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DrekkerFest 5 with RED FANG

September 11th, 2019

Saturday, September 14, 12-11:30 p.m.

Drekker Brewing Company (Brewhalla), 1666 1st Ave N, Fargo

Games to Go bouncy houses & obstacle course, food available from Blackbird Woodfire,Pico Food Truck, and Usher's House.Treats available from Sweet Dreams Mini Donuts and Northern Brain FreezeAmarok Tattoo Studio will be here doing custom flash tattoos.Triple Ax will be there with their mobile axe throwing rig.Face Painting & a giant Bubble Station for the kiddos.Punchgut, the man behind all of…

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​Wild Outdoor Women (WOW) Event-Fall

September 11th, 2019

Friday, September 13, 12 p.m.

Lake Metigoshe State Park, Bottineau ND

his event is primarily for ladies 16 years of age or older looking to learn or improve on skills related to various outdoor recreational activities. Fall event offers canoeing, kayaking, archery, OHV safety and so much more! Ladies have the ability to register for the number of sessions they wish to take part in. Lodging and meals are available at the park during the event. For more information email: aschimetz@nd.gov 

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Closing Party: misterfox, Lauryn Lesley & Grandpa’s Closet

September 4th, 2019

Thursday, September 12, 6-11 p.m.

HoDo, 101 N Broadway, Fargo

The last of the parties for the rooftop season! Lots of electro funk and saturated house vibes with some surprises planned for you beautiful folks. A night for the homies, old and new, featuring special guest, Grandpa’s CLoset from Minneapolis.

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Public Opening: Mortenson/DuBord

September 4th, 2019

Sunday, September 8, 1:30 p.m.-4 p.m.

The Rourke Art Gallery and Museum, 521 Main Ave, Moorhead

You won’t want to miss the public opening of “Tumulus”—an exhibition of photographs by Chris Mortenson—and "It's Always Something"—an exhibition of lithographs by Annette DuBord. Mortenson’s Gallery Talk starts at 2pm and DuBord’s Gallery Talk at 3 p.m.!

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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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