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Barn Dance with October Road

November 26th, 2019

Friday, November 29, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

Arthur’s Barn, 1907 155th Ave SE, Arthur, ND

Whether you are an expert swing dancer and line dancer or just a beginner, give it a whirl on the dance floor. October Road will be on stage 

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​Newvember Group Exhibition | 8th Annual

November 26th, 2019

Friday, November 29, 6-9 p.m.

Ecce Gallery, 210 N Broadway suite 101, Fargo

8th Annual Newvember Group Show in a fantastic new space on broadway. New works for the new year. Featuring over 20 pieces by local and regional talent.

Meghan Duda. Syed Hosain. Warren Kessler. Kelly Thompson. Zhimin Guan. Dan Jones. Andrew David Stark. Kelli Nelson. Cole LaRocque. Bridget Leigh Solsaa. Andi Messerschmidt. Mollie Douthit. Mitchell Scott Hoffart. Bob Crowe. Sara Woster. Amber Fletschock. Mike…

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​Rake in the rent

November 20th, 2019

Friday, November 22, 7-9:30 p.m.

HoDo, 101 North Broadway, Fargo

Plants for Patients is, a local non-profit that runs in partnership with the Red River Women's Clinic, and they are hosting a fundraiser. The evening will include appetizers, a cash bar, a raffle, and live music.

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​Legalize it Fest 2

November 20th, 2019

Friday, November 29, 8 p.m.-1:30 a.m.

The Aquarium, 226 N Broadway, Fargo

Legalize It Fest 2 is a fundraiser for Legalize ND's efforts to legalize cannabis in North Dakota. Featuring the talent of Gorgatron, El Supremo featuring members of Egypt, Anomic & Widow. All for the low, low admission of a $7 minimum donation.

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​Climate Action Town Hall Meeting

November 20th, 2019

Wednesday, November 27, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Fargo City Hall, 225 4th St N, Fargo

Do you have comments or concerns about climate issues? Would you care to offer suggestions for local action? Then you’re invited to bend the ears of local leaders this special listening session at the new City Commission Chambers. Speakers will be limited to three minutes and the meeting will be televised on local access. 

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​BOOTS Thanksgiving Hootenanny!

November 20th, 2019

Wednesday, November 27, 9 p.m.-12 a.m.

Dempsey’s Public House, 226 N Broadway, Fargo

BOOTS is a group of four of Fargo’s favorite musical minds coming together to sing songs, pick like hell and entertain the folks of the frozen North. Drawing from folk, bluegrass, blues, gypsy jazz, and outlaw country, the band shows a wide range of influences and tastes.

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Friendsgiving at the Pride Center

November 20th, 2019

Saturday, November 23, 12-4 p.m.

The Pride Collective 

Celebrate Thanksgiving with chosen friends and family at the Pride Collective this weekend. Bring your favorite dish, play some games, or just hang out. Turkey and beverages will be served. There may be a craft for the kids/kids at heart, too. The Collective is also collecting gently used coats and winter gear to donate to Youthworks and the Stepping Stones Resource Center.  

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​TDOR: Transgender Day of Remembrance

November 13th, 2019

Wednesday, November 20, 7-9 p.m.

First Congregational United Church of Christ Moorhead, 406 8th St S, Moorhead

Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) is an annual memorial observance on November 20th that honors the memory of those whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence. The names of this year's victims will be read during a service, candles will be lit to remember the fallen and members of the community will speak. 

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​Carterfest ‘19

November 13th, 2019

November 19-20

Red Raven Espresso Parlor, 916 Main Ave, Fargo

Two days and a number of bands from throughout the region just waiting to rock your socks off. $10/day or $15 for a two-day pass. Talent includes: Closet Witch, Cascades, High Hopes, Swing Low, Mr.Meaner, Maul, Baltic to Boardwalk, Heart to, Gold, Anomic, Body by Torture, Straight-line Arrival, Half Empty, Pass the Flask, The Permanent Vacation, Home Invasion, and Seriously Hot Sh*t.

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​Intro to photography class

November 13th, 2019

Monday, November 18, 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Fargo Photoworks, 510 10th Ave. N, Fargo

The 101 on understanding how and why to use the basic controls of your camera. Class size is limited to ensure more one on one for this three-evening class!

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