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​Women of Clay

August 1st, 2018

August 2-4, 7 p.m.

Heritage Garden and Amphitheatre, Woodlawn Park, Moorhead

A free performance from an original adaptation of Greek myth, history, and folklore. Focusing on the untold stories from Greek women of antiquity to shed light on the plight of modern women and the oppression they experience. Blankets will be provided. Incense will be burnt. Parental discretion is advised. 

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Work of Art+: Legal Basics for Artists

July 25th, 2018

Thursday, August 2, 6:30 p.m.

APT, A creative arts incubator, 225 4th Ave. N, Fargo

Miguel Danielson, Attorney, Danielson Legal will lead this workshop and will help visual and performance artists find answers to legal questions and concerns such as paying sales tax to protecting yourself from third parties stealing your work. This workshop is a co-presentation of Minnesota Lawyers for the Arts and The Arts Partnership made possible by Springboard for the Arts.

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​Yoga in the park

July 25th, 2018

Wednesday, August 1, 6 p.m.

Island Park, 302 7th St S, Fargo

OK, You had us at outdoor and all level yoga. FOGA (Fargo Organization Giving through Asana) hosts yoga classes to raise money and to encourage positive change in their endeavors. Yoga in the Park is co-hosted by the YMCA of Cass and Clay Counties, Courts Plus Community Fitness, and the Fargo Park District. All donations from 2018 Yoga in the Park events benefit: YMCA Reach and Rise®, LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA, YWCA and United…

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​Three Course Culinary Demonstration and Dinner

July 25th, 2018

Tuesday, July 31, 6:30 p.m.

Hotel Donaldson, 101 N Broadway, Fargo

Demo led by Executive Chef Ryan Shearer. Limited space be sure to make your reservation soon! 

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​Lemuria at the Aquarium

July 25th, 2018

Monday, July 30, 7:30 p.m.

The Aquarium, 226 N. Broadway, Fargo

After 15 years of touring, four albums, and dozens of 7"s later the dynamic Buffalo New York based indie rock band Lemuria is ever evolving. Be sure to catch openers Dusk and Katie Ellen.

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​Artist-led Summer camps: Monster Mash

July 25th, 2018

July 30, 31, 9 a.m.

Center for Creativity at Plains Art Museum, 704 1st Ave N, Fargo

Under the eye of local artist Punchgut, refine your skill and develop your inner creature feature by spending your day filling your sketchbook with monsters. Draw, collaborate and eventually transform your drawings into stickers. Workshop is open to ages 9-12.

Cost: $52 members / $65 non-members

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​Brother Ali w/ deM atlaS, Nooky Jones & D Mills & The Thrills

July 18th, 2018

Thursday, July 26 at 5 p.m.-midnight

Fargo Brewing Company, 610 N University, Fargo

Hip hop artist, community activist, and member of Rhymesayers, Brother Ali will appear with Nooky Jones at The Fargo Brewing Company. Nooky Jones was described as "Equal parts Stevie Wonder, D'Angelo and Prince..." by Heavy Rotation on NPR. Also Keep an ear out for Fargo’s own D Mills and the Thrills.

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​Aber Days 2018

July 18th, 2018

July 21-22

816 N Broadway, Abercrombie, ND

5K run, parade, vendor blender, rodeo to support Abercrombie volunteer fire department, street dance featuring Redline and much much more. Family friendly small town fun. Be sure to check out Fort Abercrombie Historic Site while you’re there!

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​Comedy in the Cellar: Tommy Ryman

July 18th, 2018

July 20-21, 6:30 p.m.

Front Street Taproom, 614 Main Ave, Fargo

Early in his career, Ryman has opened for the likes of Louie Anderson, Maria Bamford, and Nick Swardson and was invited to perform at the Great American Comedy Festival at the Johnny Carson Theater. He was featured as one of the “Twin Cities’ Funniest People” by Metro Magazine and is signed with StandUp! Records. Fargo favorite Nathan Fulsebakke opens.

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​4th Annual Summer Art Sale

July 18th, 2018

July 20-21, 9 a.m.-

Center for Creativity at Plains Art Museum, 704 1st Ave. N, Fargo

The Summer Art Sale features unique works of art in ceramic and printmaking by emerging and professional artists from across the region. Proceeds support the participating artists and the Robert Kurkowski Ceramic Studio in the Center for Creativity. Support local art and artists .Only two blocks off Broadway on First Avenue North. 

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