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​A jazz history of WWI

January 30th, 2019

Tuesday, February 5, 6-7:30 p.m.

Historical and cultural center of Cass County, 202 1st Ave. N, Moorhead

FM music veteran Bill Law and the voice behind the radio show “The Law of Jazz” on Prairie Public will lead a discussion on the intersections of World War I and American jazz music. A number of prominent historians have said that jazz may have been one of America’s greatest gifts to the world.

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NDMOA 2019 benefit dinner

January 30th, 2019

Saturday, February 2, 6:30-9:30 p.m.

North Dakota Museum of Art, 261 Centennial Drive, Grand Forks

Hors d’oeuvres begin at 6:30 p.m., followed by a Far North Spirits toast and dinner at 7:30 p.m. Attendees may purchase art from the “This Week Only,” an invitational exhibition showcasing the works of artists from throughout the region. After January 23, tickets are $125 per person. $880 for full table of eight

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Conversation with the Artist: Zoran Mojsilov

January 23rd, 2019

Thursday, January 31, 6 - 7 p.m.

The Plains Art Museum, 704 1st Ave. N, Fargo

Yugoslavian born now Minneapolis based sculptor Zoran Mojsilov discusses work in the Time Machine exhibition and beyond with Associate Curator Tasha Kubesh. Hear artist and curator discuss his various influences, inspirations and genuine concern for humankind. 

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Beer & Cheese Dinner with Luna Fargo

January 23rd, 2019

Monday, January 28, 6 - 7:30 p.m.

Junkyard Brewing Company, 1416 1st Ave. N, Fargo

Beer & Cheese pairings selected by Chef Ryan Nitschke from Luna and Allison Slavik of Junkyard Brewing Co. Each person will get four 1/2 pint tulips of beer paired with cheeses from Luna and various other tasty treats.

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The Human Element’s “Reflections in the Dark” Release Party

January 23rd, 2019

Friday, January 25, 9 p.m.

The Aquarium, 226 N Broadway, Fargo

Fargo based band, The Human Element releases their second album, “Reflections in the Dark.” “The album, lyrically, is a bit darker than our previous record which is why we named it, ‘Reflections in the Dark.’ Ironically, the music itself is much lighter than most of the lyrics that accompany it. I guess that even though we write about some darker subject matter, our positive nature still comes out in what we do…

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New Year’s Resolution Salsa/Bachata Party III

January 23rd, 2019

Friday, January 25, 8-11 p.m.

Spirit Room, 111 N Broadway, Fargo

Learn to salsa and bachata and dance the night away. No partner? No problem!

8:00pm-8:40pm Salsa Lesson, 8:45 p.m. - 9:15 p.m. Bachata Lesson and 9:15 p.m. Social Dance

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Pat Ferguson and the Sun Down at HoDo

January 23rd, 2019

Thursday, January 24, 8 - 11 p.m.

Hotel Donaldson,101 N Broadway, Fargo

Pat Ferguson is a singer-songwriter based out of Madison Wisconsin, his sound is deeply influenced by his Upper Mississippi River musical roots. If one would categorize his sound, think Americana, bluegrass, or folk.

Pat Ferguson and the Sun Down are currently on tour promoting their latest album "Light of Day / Dark of Night." The album features members of Yonder Mountain String Band, Hard Working Americans,

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​North Dakota Human Rights Arts Festival and artist talk

January 16th, 2019


Wednesday, January 23, at 6-8 p.m.

Plains Art Museum, 704 1st Ave. N, Fargo

Meet featured artists and learn about the Human Rights Arts Festival. The North Dakota Human Rights Arts Festival is a traveling juried exhibition that welcomes 2D, 3D and live performance artists to explore human rights as defined by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the Geneva Conventions and additional Protocols and other similar declarations and treaties.

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​MLK Jr Day celebration, Reflections on the common good

January 16th, 2019

Monday, January 21, 6:30 p.m.

Fargo Theatre, 314 N Broadway, Fargo

Fargo Human Relations Commission is hosting their annual celebration of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Grab some popcorn and enjoy a night of entertainment and reflection.

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​Fargo Moorhead women’s march

January 16th, 2019

Saturday, January 19, 1-3 p.m.

Fargo Civic Center, 207 4th St N, Fargo

This one’s for the ladies...and well, everyone really! As the Planned Parenthood North Dakota Advocate facebook page states, “It might be cold outside but the speakers will warm your heart!” Rally will take place on the main level of the civic center. The keynote speaker will be Heidi Heitkamp as well as a handful of others. Make your voice heard and your presence known.

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