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A Show for Joe

November 15th, 2018

photograph courtesy of Barb SwegartenSunday, November 25, 3-10pm

Sanctuary Event Center, 670 4th Ave. N, Fargo

A special benefit show for Joe Swegarten and his family. Joe sustained injuries from a hit and run accident this summer. Musicians from across the FM area band together for a night of music and a silent auction. Sets include Pat Lenertz and Dan Thorby, FM Beatbox, Ethan David and more!

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Take a Load Off: An Evening of ‘The Last Waltz’

November 14th, 2018

Thursday, November 29, 7 – 11 p.m.

Sanctuary Events Center, 670 4th Avenue N., Fargo

Pat Lenertz Band and friends will be paying tribute to The Band. This is a 21 and up event.

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Santaland Diaries

November 14th, 2018

November 23 - December 15

Theatre B, 215 10th St N, Moorhead

This unconventional holiday production is an adaptation of the iconic essay by David Sedaris. “Santaland Diaries” is the tale of an out of work slacker protagonist who finds a holiday gig as a Macy’s Christmas elf.

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Xcel Energy Holiday Lights Parade

November 14th, 2018

Tuesday, November 20, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Gallery 4, 114 Broadway N., Fargo

Starting in Moorhead and working its way north on Broadway in Fargo, this parade is adored by thousands of people every year. This year’s theme is “Let Your Light Shine.” Bring your friends and family for this fun event!

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​Carol Kapaun Ratchenski and Kevin Zepper Poetry Reading

November 14th, 2018

Sunday, November 18, 2-3pm

Zandbroz Variety, 420 N Broadway, Fargo

Carol Kapaun Ratchenski and Kevin Zepper, two friends and fellow poets share the floor at Zandbroz.

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Pangea — Cultivate Our Cultures

November 14th, 2018

Saturday, November 17, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Historical and Cultural Society of Clay County, 202 1st Avenue N., Moorhead

This annual event is an opportunity to learn about the diverse cultures in our community! There will be dancing, food, live music, and much more. This is an all ages event

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Willy Wonka Kids

November 7th, 2018

November 8 – 11, Times Vary

Oak Grove Lutheran School, 124 North Terrace N., Fargo

Sing along to your favorite Willy Wonka tunes at this delicious musical! Follow Charlie Bucket as he visits Mr. Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory. Performance times vary through the weekend.

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Lev Snowe at the Red Raven

November 7th, 2018

Saturday, November 10, 7 p.m.

Red Raven Espresso Parlor, 916 Main Avenue, Fargo

Manitoba’s Lev Snowe will be in town this weekend for a one-of-a-kind musical experience! Joining them will be Grand Forks surf punk band, Hangtime, as well as Relive, and So Sad. Don’t miss it!

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Conversation with Author Jon Krakauer

November 7th, 2018

Wednesday, November 14, 7 p.m.

Centrum, Knutson Campus Center, Concordia College, 901 8th Street S., Moorhead

Nonfiction author Jon Krakauer will be speaking on writing and his latest book, the best-selling Missoula. Missoula documents the experiences of five sexual assault victims in Montana. Aspiring nonfiction authors will not want to miss this event.

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Women’s Empowerment Event

November 7th, 2018

Saturday, November 10, Noon – 4 p.m.

EHP CrossFit, 1400 25th Street S., Moorhead

Make a difference and take a stand. This event is meant to empower women to become physically and mentally strong. Proceeds from this event benefit the Empowerment Scholarship to help survivors of abuse become empowered at EHP.

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