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.
July 18th, 2018
Friday, July 20, 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Fargo Brewing Company, 610 N University, Fargo
Jason Kander, former Missouri secretary of state, combat veteran and President of “Let America Vote” will be paying Fargo a visit for this special fundraiser on Friday. According to letamericavote.org “Let America Vote” was created by Kander in February 2017, “to fight back against proposals across the country that make it harder for eligible voters to exercise their constitutional right…
July 18th, 2018
Tuesday, July 17, 6pm
North Dakota Museum of Art, Grand Forks
Pack a lawn chair or a or a blanket and soak up some sun along with the sounds of Frances Cone. Compelling and soulful Indie pop straight out of Nashville. Chris Erickson of The Flea-Bitten Tramps opens the show.
To purchase tickets call (701) 777-4195.
July 11th, 2018
July 14-15
Fort Ransom, State Park, Fort Ransom, ND
A true testament to horsepower. Wheelwright demo with Fargo’s own Mike Kolesar, horse powered threshing and haying demos, demos of traditional arts and crafts and insights to pioneer life. Great food and great company with a beautiful backdrop. Bring your camping supplies and explore the Sheyenne river valley.
July 11th, 2018
Saturday, July 14, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Red River Market, 409 Broadway, Fargo
Shop from over 60 local vendors. Grab brunch, sip on coffee or a drink while you're taking in live music by Eric Jacobson and The Jazz Committee. Enjoy kids activities with the Imagination Playground and YMCA of Cass and Clay Counties.
July 11th, 2018
Friday, July 13, 9 p.m.
Front Street Taproom, 614 Main Ave, Fargo
Hosted by Jan Syverson this roast puts two comedians in a head to head battle roast before a panel of three judges. Nothing is sacred on this ground and the winner walks away with $100 in their pocket and bragging rights.
July 11th, 2018
Friday, July 13, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Fargo Billiards & Gastropub, 3234 43rd St. S, Fargo
An all ages monthly gathering of North Dakota Women’s Network members and friends from across the state during Happy Hour--appetizers are half price before 6. Organized for leisurely discussion of mutual interests regarding social, political, and economic issues. If you aren’t in Fargo, look for other gatherings throughout the state in Bismarck, Dickinson, Grand Forks, Jamestown, Minot, Valley City,…
July 11th, 2018
July 12-14, 18-21, 24-28, 8:30 p.m.
Bluestem Center for the Arts, 801 50th Ave. S, Moorhead
2018 marks 40 years of Trollwood. This classic musical celebrates the romantic and comic exploits of Dolly Gallagher-Levi, turn-of-the-century matchmaker and “woman who arranges things.” Memorable music numbers include, “Put On Your Sunday Clothes,” “Ribbons Down My Back,” “Before the Parade Passes By,” “Hello, Dolly!,” “Elegance,” and “It Only Takes a Moment.”
July 11th, 2018
Thursday, July 12, 8 p.m.
Aquarium, 226 N Broadway
Musician, writer, comedian,and general man about downtown Erik Block is hitting the dusty trail for Vegas and Fargo is giving him a proper farewell via roast. See a “murderous row” of comedians get their jabs in and FUP will close out the night. Good luck Erik--you’ll be missed!
June 27th, 2018
July 5-8
Bird’s Hill Provincial Park, Winnipeg, Manitoba
Check out over 70 artists from across the globe on nine stages in beautiful Birds Hill Provincial Park. A 45-year tradition celebrating people and music immersed in nature.
This year’s lineup includes:Sheryl Crow,Bahamas,Courtney Barnett,The Strumbellas,Elle King,Phoebe Bridgers,John Butler Trio,Natalie MacMaster,A Tribe Called Red,St. Paul and The Broken Bones,Whitney,Rhye,Julien Baker and more!
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By Bryce Vincent Haugenbrycevincenthaugen@gmail.comThe High Plains Reader has compiled a guide to inform West Fargo voters about candidates and issues. On June 9, West Fargoans will elect a new mayor —who is running unopposed — as…
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By Greg Carlson The perpetually busy documentarian Morgan Neville profiles the perpetually busy producer Lorne Michaels in another of the moviemaker’s sturdy celebrity profiles. Following closely on the heels of nostalgia…
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Saturday, January 31, 6:30-9 p.m.Transfiguration Fitness, 764 34th St. N., Unit P, FargoAn enchanting evening celebrating movement and creativity in a staff-student showcase. This is a family-friendly event showcasing pole, aerial…
By Annie Prafckeannieprafcke@gmail.com AUSTIN, Texas – As a Chinese-American, connecting to my culture through food is essential, and no dish brings me back to my mother’s kitchen quite like hotdish. Yes, you heard me right –…
By Sabrina Hornungsabrina@hpr1.comNew Jamestown Brewery Serves up Local FlavorThere’s something delicious brewing out here on the prairie and it just so happens to be the newest brewery west of the Red River and east of the…
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January 31, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.Viking Ship Park, 202 1st Ave. N., Moorhead2026 marks 10 years of frosty fun! Enjoy sauna sessions with Log the Sauna, try Snowga (yoga in the snow), take a guided snowshoe nature hike, listen to live…
By Jim Fuglie Okay, here I go again, warning (whining? complaining?) about another threat to the North Dakota badlands. Sorry. Please put up with me for a few hundred more words. Now, some folks I don’t think want to put a…
