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​Lesson and Social Dance at Island Park

August 14th, 2019

Tuesday, August 20, 7:00 pm - 10:00 p.m

Island Park Gazebo, Fargo

Who’s up for a little Swing Dance 101? In this two Week Series start with the basics! Learn the fundamentals of swing, refine your dancing, improve your comfort and make friends along the way. A little bird also told us that Tuesday night dances at the gazebo are in the works now too!

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​10th Annual Summer Beer Dabbler

August 14th, 2019

Saturday, August 17

CHS Field, 360 N Broadway, St. Paul, MN

A unique craft beer event featuring over 130 breweries sampling over 400 beers. This craft beer festival takes place at the home of the St. Paul Saints. This event will also feature live music and ballpark fare.

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Maker’s Market at 4e Winery

August 14th, 2019

Sunday, August 18, 12-5 p.m.

4E Winery, 3766 156th Ave SE, Mapleton

Check out the wares of countless makers featuring artisan food, drink, arts and crafts. Curious on who’s going to be there? Check out the 4E facebook page for vendor spotlights. 

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​YEE (haw) FEST

August 14th, 2019

Sunday, August 18, 6:30-10:30 p.m.

Red Raven Espresso Parlor, 916 Main Ave, Fargo

Cowboys and cowgirls join in co-hoots this is gonna be one fest for the books! Arachnid, Mr. Meaner, Hangtime, Walker Rider, Shrug, Jackie Kelsh, Disappear Forever and more. This will be an open garage show on the south side of the building. Games, comics, and lots of vegan food available!

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​Fargo Food Truck Festival

August 7th, 2019

August 16-18

North Dakota Horse Park, 5180 19th Ave N, Fargo, ND

For the best food on two, three, or four wheels you won’t want to miss this festival!

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Festival of Sail Duluth

August 7th, 2019

August 11-August 13 Duluth, MN  

Stand on the shore of the Greatest Lake and experience the Festival of Sail Duluth 2019 for a rare chance to see, step aboard, and even set sail on some of the grandest ships of yesterday. Learn about the region’s history featuring ship tours, day sails, food, drinks, and entertainment for all!

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​August Books & Brews

August 7th, 2019

Thursday, August 15, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Zandbroz Variety, 420 N Broadway, Fargo

Please join us on Thursday, August 15th for our Books & Brews book club. This month we will discuss 'The Clockmaker's Daughter' by Kate Morton. Murder, mystery, art, love and loss, who could ask for anything more? Purchase your book at Zandbroz and receive 15% off! Books are available now.

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​Singer Songwriter Sunday feat. Nate Pitcher + Steve Burket

August 7th, 2019

Sunday, August 11, 7 p.m. – 10 p.m.

Hotel Donaldson, 101 N Broadway, Fargo

Whether you’re looking to cap off your weekend on a high note or start out your week on the right foot -- do it to the sound of killer live music!

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​The Men’s room presents: Queen and King Show

August 7th, 2019

August 9-10, 9 p.m.

Fargo VFW, 202 N Broadway, Fargo

Friday starts out with drag King performances featuring Nic Fitz, JJ King, Mik, Ric O’Shay and Deon. Entertainment on Saturday features North Dakota grown queens Kara Fiyera and River Styx as well as North Dakota legends Lady King and Nic Fitz . Burgundy Sativa Sweets Brown will be making her debut with Azalia Selena Cruz of the twin cities playing host both nights!

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​Catwalk: Celebrating Counter-Culture in Rural MN Reception

August 7th, 2019

Friday, August 9, 6-8 p.m.

Kaddatz Galleries, 111 W Lincoln Ave, Fergus Falls, MN

Catwalk: Celebrating Counter-Culture in Rural Minnesota is photographic documentation of the budding drag show scene currently happening in Otter Tail County. There will be an artist talk, refreshments and a live performance.

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