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Hotdish Presents Fargo.Live Gallery and Live Music Showcase

January 16th, 2019

Saturday, January 19, 6-10 p.m.

Red Raven Espresso Parlor, 916 Main Ave, Fargo

Featuring an exhibition of photography by Gary Ussery the man behind Fargo.Live and Live Music from 13th Chapter, Cascades, and Grazing.

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​Minn-Dak Woodturners Association Winter Extravaganza

January 16th, 2019

Saturday, January 19, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

In the Chips, 303 21st Street North, Moorhead

Fargo-Moorhead Area’s chapter of the American Association of Woodturners will be demonstrating a number of projects and techniques. Attendees can get hands-on experience at a lathe and can register to win fabulous hand-turned door prizes. The Minn-Dak Woodturners consist of approximately 75 turners and meet roughly once a month.

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Max Johnk & Connor Lee Present: Dual Album Release Show!

January 9th, 2019

Wednesday, January 16, 6 p.m.

The Aquarium, 226 Broadway N. Fl. 2, Fargo

Come out and support local jazz artists! Johnk and Lee will both have their new albums available for purchase at the event. This is a 21 and up event.

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Purrsday Thursday at the Raven

January 9th, 2019

Thursday, January 10, 6 - 8 p.m.

The Red Raven Espresso Parlor

This event is for people who would like to meet some of the cats available for adoption at Cat’s Cradle Shelter. Come out and see if one of the cats would fit into your family. Cats will not be available for adoption at the event.

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Make Your Own Dragon Egg

January 9th, 2019

Dragon egg photo courtesy of the Whimsy Hollow Facebook event pageFriday, January 11, 7 - 8:30 p.m.

The Whimsy Hollow, 203 7th Street S., Moorhead

Come out and make your very own dragon egg. You will be provided with the necessary tools to make your egg and you will be able to take it home when you are finished. This is an all-ages event, but there will be sharp tools used.

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An Evening with Dr. Temple Grandin

January 9th, 2019

Dr. Temple Grandin photo courtesy of An Evening with Dr. Temple Grandin Facebook pageTuesday, January 15, 5:30 - 9 p.m.

DoubleTree by Hilton, 825 E. Beaton Drive, West Fargo

Dr. Grandin is a world-renowned advocate for autism. She brings her personal experiences to the stage as she discusses the challenges of autism and how others can face their own challenges in a positive way. Those attending will have the opportunity to get a picture and book signing with Dr. Grandin.

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Wasted! The Story of Food Waste Free Film Screening

January 9th, 2019

Sunday, January 13, 2 - 5 p.m.

The Fargo Theatre, 314 Broadway N., Fargo

Learn how your scrap food can be used to create incredible dishes. This film was produced by Anthony Bourdain and includes a discussion panel about the themes of the film.

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TAK Music Venue Grand Opening

January 9th, 2019

Thursday, January 10, 6 p.m.

1710 Center Avenue, Dilworth, MN

There is a brand new music venue in the area, and you are invited to the grand opening. Post Traumatic Funk Syndrome will be on stage pumping out the jams. This is a free event open to all ages.

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The Scooter Brown Band with David Allen at the Aquarium

December 19th, 2018

Thursday, January 10, 8pm-11pm

The Aquarium, 226 N Broadway, Fargo

According to their bio, “After 4 years and 3 months, 2 tours overseas with 1 tour of combat in Iraq as a United States Marine, Scott Brown traded his guns in for guitars and hit the road.” This four-piece taste of Texas outlaw country is guaranteed to get your boots scootin’ and your toes tappin’.Remember palominos -- the show starts at eight so don’t be late!

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Office Appreciation Party

December 19th, 2018

Tuesday, January 1, 11 a.m.

Mick’s Office Moorhead, 10 8th Street S., Moorhead

Come be appreciated! This New Year’s Day party will feature door prizes, free snacks, drink specials, and more. There will also be a meat raffle at 3 p.m.

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