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​Fiber Arts Festival

July 31st, 2019

Aug 3-4

Hartl Building at RRV fairgrounds, Fargo

Experience our region’s fiber art community. Shop various vendors whether you’re looking for supplies or looking to shop beautifully crafted handmade items. Vendors include Dakota Fiber Mill, Vintage button trading company, The dying arts, and many more!

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​German Folk Festival

July 31st, 2019

Saturday, August 3, 12-5 p.m.

Rheault Farm, 2902 25th St S, Fargo

Experience traditional German folk craft demonstrations with everything from lace making to blacksmithing. Crafts for the kids and a beer garden for the thirsty adults--needless to say there’s something for everyone! Experience German food and dance to German music and polka the night away.

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​WE Fest

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…

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​Sky Prairie Presents: Jordash and Kerosine

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.

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​Premiere: Women Behind the Plow

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.

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​Cass County Democrati-NPL Summerfest

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

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​Yoga on the lawn

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).

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Chef’s Demo

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.

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Fargo Blues Festival

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/

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​The Same Moon reading and book signing

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...

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