July 31st, 2019
August 1-3
Detroit Lakes, MN
36 years and growing strong--can you believe WE Fest is one of the leading country music festivals in the nation? Shape up your cowboy hat and polish your boots because there’s dancin’ to be done. Chris Stapleton, Brooks & Dunn, Keith Urban, Leann Rimes, Billy Currington and many more…
July 31st, 2019
Thursday, August 1, 6-10 p.m.
Hotel Donaldson rooftop, 101 N Broadway, Fargo
Can you get enough techno? Heck no! Check out the talents and sounds of downtown’s newest weekly techno event. The Sky Prairie will be hosting live DJ events every Thursday.
July 24th, 2019
Wednesday, July 31, 7-8 p.m.
Fargo Theatre, 314 N Broadway, Fargo
Prairie Public, the NDSU Libraries' Germans from Russia Heritage Collection, and the Tri-County Tourism Alliance are celebrating their 10th documentary in the award-winning Germans from Russia series: Women Behind the Plow. This 60-minute documentary was inspired by a book of the same name written by Sue B. Balcom, and tells the compelling story of women who settled the prairie and those who work on farms today.
July 24th, 2019
Tuesday, July 30, 5:30-8 p.m.
Oak Grove Park, Main Shelter
CCDem-NPL’s annual picnic with burgers, brats and beverages grab a beer chat and enjoy live music. Can't attend but would like to donate? Go to https://secure.actblue.com/donate/cass-county-dem-npl-1
July 24th, 2019
Monday, July 29, 6 p.m.
Comstock House, 506 8th St. S, Moorhead
Amanda Nordick is leading outdoor yoga classes each Monday until August 26. Each class is designed for all levels of ability on the Comstock House lawn. A limited number of yoga mats will be available, but it’s encouraged that you bring your own. Classes will be canceled in case of rain or low temps (below 60 degrees).
July 24th, 2019
Monday, July 29, 6:30-9 p.m.
Hotel Donaldson, 101 N Broadway, Fargo
HoDo’s Executive Chef Ryan Shearer will be preparing a three course culinary demonstration and dinner. Complete with take home recipes to impress your friends and family. Space is limited so be sure to make a reservation at (701) 478-8888.
July 24th, 2019
July 26th - 27th
Newman Outdoor Field, Fargo
A summer tradition going on 24 years strong. Featuring some of the top blues acts from across the country. For full festival lineup stay tuned to http://www.fargobluesfest.com/
July 17th, 2019
Thursday, July 25, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Zandbroz, 420 N Broadway, Fargo
Author Sarah Coomber will be making an appearance at Zandbroz for a reading and signing of her recently released memoir, "The Same Moon." Recently wed and soon divorced Coomber became disillusioned with her life in Minnesota and took a teaching gig in Japan to reflect and heal. She soon found out that Japan was nothing like she expected...
July 17th, 2019
Thursday, July 25, 5-7 p.m.
Dakota Fine Art, 11 8th St S, Fargo
Known for his paintings and drawings Stark is switching from 2D to 3D. Stark says, “ceramic material serves as an extension of concepts exploring the fleeting nature of action, layers of internal depth and transience. The work involves multiple reoccurring thematic references including, creation, nostalgia, loss, meditation, anxiety, calm, transcendence, time, identity, and isolation.” Exhibit runs through August 2019.
July 17th, 2019
July 18-21
Aurora Knolls, Anamoose, ND
Six miles north of Anamoose North Dakota, a three day festival that revolves around music, camping and nature. Art and food vendors will also be onsite. Featuring the talents of The Quarterly, The Pat Lenertz Band, The Shaky Calls, The Moon Cats, Wissota and many more!
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