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​The Doobie Brothers

September 25th, 2019

Thursday, October 3, 8 p.m.

Fargo Civic Center, 207 4th St N, Fargo

“Listen to the music!” The iconic 70s rock group will be “Rockin’ down the highway” to grace the stage and the Fargo Civic.

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​America’s Monsters, Superheroes, & Villains: Opening Reception

September 25th, 2019

Tuesday, October 1, 5-8 p.m.

Hjemkomst Center, 202 1st Ave N, Moorhead

"America's Monsters, Superheroes, and Villains: Our Culture at Play" comes from the Minneapolis-based project SuperMonsterCity, and offers a nostalgic and insightful look at America's supernatural favorites in vintage toys, models, trailers, and posters from one of the largest private collections in the United States. Be sure to come in costume!

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​Hamlet at Theatre B

September 25th, 2019

September 27-October 20

Theatre B, 215 10th St. N, Moorhead

Shakespeare's classic tale of ambition and deception. When a king dies, his eldest son should ascend the throne: "The king is dead; long live the king!." But that's not what happens in Denmark.

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​Roughriders ink and iron tattoo expo

September 25th, 2019

September 27-29

Veterans Memorial Arena, 1201 7th Ave. E, West Fargo

RIIE is an event combining two separate genres that align when we compare the skill, artistry, and expression shared by tattoos and motorcycles. The weekend-long, all ages event features live tattooing from local and regional artists, custom motorcycles, and much more. RIIE will be donating a portion of ticket sales to Make-A-Wish North Dakota.

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​Women Behind the Plow - Television Premiere

September 25th, 2019

Thursday, September 26, 7 p.m.

Prairie Public

This 60-minute documentary tells the compelling stories of the women who settled the North Dakota prairie, and of the new generations, ages 15 to 92, who continue to work on the farm. These women embody the German-Russian expression “Arbeit macht das leben suess” … “Work makes life sweet.” The project was inspired by the book of the same name written and edited by Sue Balcom.

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Junktoberfest 2019 at Junkyard Brewing

September 18th, 2019

September 25-29

Junkyard Brewing Co. 1416 1st Ave N, Moorhead

Wednesday-Sunday, Junkyard Brewing will be celebrating Oktoberfest. You can bet your boots that each day brings different shenanigans. Whether it be beer releases, live music, history on tap, games, or food.

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Open Mic Comedy in The Cellar

September 18th, 2019

Wednesdays, 9 p.m.

The Cellar-Comedy Club, 614 Main Ave. Fargo

Whether it's your first time on the mic or you're a seasoned comedian, you're welcome to hit the stage with some of your best material. Signup starts at 8:30pm, hosted by Marquay Belcher.

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Viking Yoga

September 18th, 2019

Saturday, September 21, 10:30-11:45 a.m.

Drekker Brewing Company, 1666 1st Ave, Fargo

This isn’t your typical granola based yoga session. Think loud music, high-fives, cheers and beers. Get your sweat on and channel some viking rage. 

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Soccer Mommy with Squirrel Flower at The Aquarium

September 18th, 2019

Saturday, September 21, 8-11 p.m.

The Aquarium, 226 N Broadway, Fargo

The Nashville based "chill but kinda sad" bedroom-pop indie sweetheart makes and appearance in Fargo with support from Boston based indie singer songwriter Squirrel Flower. 

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Fargo-Moorhead Climate Strike

September 18th, 2019

Friday, September 20, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Fargo City Hall, 200 3rd St N, Fargo

From 11am to 2pm, we will join the rolling protests across every timezone. Pledge to strike with millions around the world on this global day of action. Demand that our political leaders at all levels of government address the climate crisis!

https://globalclimatestrike.net

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