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​Artist Talk: Kent Kapplinger and Anna Johnson

February 27th, 2019


Thursday, March 7, 2019 at 6 – 7 p.m.

Plains Art Museum, 704 1st Ave N, Fargo

Meet local printmakers Kent Kapplinger and Anna Johnson. Listen as they discuss their exhibitions, Beautiful Recollections: The Changing Seasons and Northern Lights by Kent Kapplinger and Layer by Layer: Recent Works by Anna Johnson.

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​David Allan at Junkyard

February 27th, 2019

Wednesday, March 6, 7-9 p.m.

Junkyard Brewing Company, 1416 1st Ave N, Fargo

Straight up North Dakota outlaw country reminiscent of Waylon, Willie, and Johnny Cash. A perfect accompaniment for beer-drinkin' and cigarette smokin’ (though if you do indulge in cigarettes be sure to be 20 feet away from the entrance. Candy cigarettes are acceptable.)

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​March FM Sustainability Network Gathering

February 27th, 2019

Monday, March 4, 5:30-7 p.m.

Front Street Taproom, 614 Main Ave, Fargo

This event is open to the public and all are welcomed and encouraged. The purpose of The Network is to create a platform for individuals interested and/or involved in local sustainability initiatives.This month’s speaker will be Mike Bush, Engagement Coordinator for Audubon Dakota. Mike will be speaking on behalf of Audubon's Urban Woods and Prairies Initiative. This is a project where unused riparian land (often…

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​Love Wins

February 20th, 2019

Saturday, February 23, 9 p.m.-12 a.m.

Fargo Elks, 3435 Broadway, Fargo

The Hot Mess Harlots are at it again! Performances by Mia Starr, Fifi Nyxx, Landon McKock, Miss Kitty, Heidi Mi-Feelings, with the debut of Michelleaneous and headliner Androgyna Galaxy. Hosted by SHEa Hazard. 18+ 

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​Sculpt your way out of your frozen prison

February 20th, 2019

Sunday, February 24, 12-2 p.m.

Red Raven Espresso Parlor, 916 Main Ave.

Turn those winter blues into something beautiful. The Red Raven is holding a sculpture contest in their courtyard. Free to enter free to spectate. Sculptors have one hour to create and can win a $10, $15, $20 or $25 gift certificate. 

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​Benefit for Shannon Neece hosted by Jesse Hughes

February 20th, 2019

Saturday, February 23, 4 p.m.-howling

The Bowler, 2630 University D. S, Fargo

Hosted by Eagles of Death Metal frontman Jesse Hughes, be prepared for a night of food, comedy and music for a cause. Shannon Neece is battling Ankylosing Spondylitis, an autoimmune disease which causes the body to produce new bone and that fuses together making it extremely painful. Medication and treatment for this disease is extremely expensive - just one of Shannon's treatments costs $6,000 per month.…

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Fargo-Moorhead Comic-con 9

February 20th, 2019

February 22-23, 9 a.m.

Ramada Fargo, 3333 13th Ave S, Fargo

Featuring comics writer Eliot Rahal, DC/Marvel Comic Creator Joel “Mojo” Moen, and local comic hero Noel “Scotch” Anderson and so many more. Look for vendors of all things comics, memorabilia, jewelry and trinkets. Keep an eye out for games and video game tournaments. FMCC will also feature an assortment of panels and workshops, films and videos and a costume contest for kids (Saturday, 2pm) and costume contest for adults…

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​Classic Film: City Lights

February 20th, 2019

Thursday, March 21, 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Fargo Theatre, 314 N Broadway, Fargo

This silent classic stars the iconic Charlie Chaplin as a lovable tramp who falls in love with a beautiful blind girl. One night only!

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​Unwined February

February 13th, 2019

Thursday, February 21, 5:30-8:30 p.m.

650 40th Ave S, West Fargo

The area’s premier evening of Yoga, wine, cheese and community. Luna Fargo restaurant owner and wine/cheese expert, Nikki Berglund, will select 3 pairings to follow a yoga session. 14 yr (1200 hr) veteran instructor Sarah Piersol, has carefully selected yoga poses (asanas) guaranteed to relax and unwind. 

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​Small Houses with Jake Ingamar, Walker Rider and Plumslugger

February 13th, 2019

Sunday, February 17, 8-11:30 p.m.

The Aquarium, 226 N Broadway, Fargo

Small Houses is a solo indie folk project based out of Austin Texas, featuring the songs, photos and poems of Flint, MI native, Jeremy Quentin. Audiences can anticipate finger-style guitar playing and 35mm renderings. 

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