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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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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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