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12 Bars of Christmas Crawl - Fargo

November 28th, 2018

Saturday, December 1, Noon - 8 p.m.

Pickled Parrot, 505 3rd Avenue N., Fargo

This event will be a blast! There will be ugly sweaters, Santa hats, drink specials, and more. For more info, see the 12 Bars of Christmas Crawl - Fargo event page on Facebook.

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Julian Davis

November 28th, 2018

Saturday, December 1, 9 - 11 p.m.

Junkyard Brewing Company, 1416 1st Avenue N., Moorhead

Come out for an evening of Bluegrass and Folk music. Julian Davis was a finalist on America’s Got Talent in 2016 and is a Kansas mandolin and flat-picking champion.

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Mr. Kingsmen: Thirstgiving Drag Party

November 28th, 2018

Friday, November 30, 9:30 p.m.

Sidestreet Grille & Pub, 404 4th Avenue N., Fargo

This Thirstgiving will be filled with amazing performances by Landon Mckock, Fifi Nyxx, Jack Lament, Tequila Mockingbird, and more. Cover charge for this even is $10 and doors open at 8 p.m.

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Kim (Lang) Kankelfritz ‘89 Benefit

November 28th, 2018

Friday, November 30, 5 - 9 p.m.

Nativity Church of Fargo, 1825 11th Street S.

Earlier this year, Kim was diagnosed with stage 3 lung cancer and is currently undergoing treatment at Roger Maris Cancer Center. Kim is a wife and mother of two children. Come out and show your support for Kim and her family.

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Classic Film Series: Home Alone

November 28th, 2018

Thursday, November 29, 5 p.m.

Fargo Theatre, 314 Broadway N.

Kevin McCallister was left home alone and must defend his house from two would-be robbers. Don’t miss your chance to watch this holiday classic on the big screen. Tickets are just $5.

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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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