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Fargo Cars & Coffee

September 4th, 2019

Sunday, September 8, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

United Automotive Tech Center, 308 1st Ave N, Fargo

Calling all car enthusiasts, Sunday drivers, and coffee lovers. Bring your car & enjoy some coffee. This event will be located in the Fargo City Hall Parking lot on the corner of 1st Ave N and 3rd St N. Cars can begin arriving at 8:30am. Coffee provided by Thunder Coffee.

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​Junkfest 2019

September 4th, 2019

Saturday, September 7, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Foster County Fairgrounds, 301 16th Ave S, Carrington, ND

Looking for a killer day trip and fantastic flea market finds? Then you won’t want to miss the classiest, sassiest flea market around! 100+ Vendors, food on site, live music, holding area for shopping convenience and easy access loading area.

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Singles Mixer

September 4th, 2019

Saturday, September 7, 8 p.m.

Drumconraith Brewing Company, 630 1st Ave N, Fargo 

Sick of the awkwardness of online dating? Want to meet people in real time but not sure how to do it? Head to Drumconraith for this singles mixer. Games, prizes, brews, music and possibly snacks.

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​Mr. Meaner Tour Kickoff

August 28th, 2019

Tuesday, September 3, 8:30 p.m.-howling

The Aquarium, 226 N Broadway, Fargo

Those good ol’ dusty boys are hitting the trail but it wouldn’t be fitting if they didn’t kick up a little dirt before they go and it wouldn’t be right if we couldn’t see them off in style so shine up your dancin’ shoes. With support from local heroes The Electric Blankets, Seriously Hot Shit, and Windsor Diets. 

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Mooncats (Campfire Folk) from Beulah ND Live at Junkyard Brewing

August 28th, 2019

Friday, August 30, 9-11 p.m.

Junkyard Brewing, 1416 1st Ave N, Moorhead

From the heart of North Dakota, Mooncats is a “Americonscious Campfire Folk” band playing music that gets the crowd moving, grooving, and thinking!

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​Closing of “Guillermo Guardia: Recent Works” at Plains Art Museum

August 28th, 2019

Saturday, August 31, 10:00 am - 5:00 p.m.

Plains Art Museum, 704 1st Ave N, Fargo

The exhibition will showcase new ceramic works by Guillermo Guardia, created since he moved to the Twin Cities in 2017. Recent Works will include sculptures from his three well-known series: Puzzle, Baby Devil, and Immigration, as well as his new series, Memories of Home. His well-crafted and richly decorated pottery will also be on display. This is an exhibition you will not want to miss!

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​2019 Northern Narratives Book Launch and Reception

August 28th, 2019

Thursday, August 29, 7-8 p.m.

Fargo Public Library, 102 3rd St N, Fargo

“Northern Narratives” is the library’s third publication of work produced by local and regional authors. This writing project is generously supported by the Friends of the Fargo Public Library. Several of the authors will be present and will read from their submitted pieces. Light refreshments will be served.

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​Underground Vintage Night

August 21st, 2019

Thursday, August 29, 6-10 p.m.

This Skateshop, 625 1st Ave. N, Fargo

Shop vintage, enjoy a complimentary drink, play some vintage board games, VHS movies will be projected on the wall. It’s predicted that it will be an epic night for all!

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​Roast Battle at the Cellar Comedy Club

August 21st, 2019

Saturday, August 24, 8-10 p.m.

The Cellar comedy club, 614 Main Ave, Fargo

Two comedians go head to head in a battle of wits for ultimate supremacy, bragging rights, and of course, cold hard CASH. These are not just simple "Ya Mama" jokes. The competitors will be getting personal with their opponent.. No topic is off-limits!! 

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​VotV Presents XXXtra Credit! A night of Books and Burlesque 18+

August 21st, 2019

Saturday, August 24, 7-10 p.m.

Red Raven Espresso Parlor, 916 Main Ave, Fargo

The Valkyries of the Valley are at it again! Frisk E. Business, Holly Handful, Sasha Savage, Michelle Pearson (Michelleaneous), Rebel Rouser, and for the first time taking a Valkyries stage, Honey Bea! College special: $5 with valid college ID

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