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​Public Opening: Mark Elton

June 27th, 2018

Sunday, July 1, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

The Rourke Art Gallery, 521 Main Ave, Moorhead

"Menagerie II : Animal Portraiture by Mark Elton" is an exhibition of digital paintings by Mark Eric Elton presented in partnership with The Red River Zoo. Gallery talk starts at 2 p.m. and is free and open to the public.

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​Summer soiree with Bad Weather Burlesque

June 27th, 2018

Saturday, June 30, 9 p.m.-12 a.m.

The Sanctuary Bar and Bistro, Kragnes, MN

Hot Mess Harlots and Bad Weather Burlesque are teaming up to bring you one hot summer soiree! Performances by Lena Luxe, Jack Fantom, Miss Kitty, Leah Aaliyah, special guest Ida Summer Garden and much, much more to be announced! Drag, burlesque, games, drinks--Ole!

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​Folkways presents: Night Bazaar

June 27th, 2018

Thursday, June 28, 5-9 p.m.

Broadway Garage, 409 Broadway, Fargo

Check out live music from DJ AP, Matty J of the Human Element, Conor Lee Trio, and the Stovepipes. Visitors can grab a drink from Front Street Taproom to enjoy during the event. Check out handmade goods from local makers and maybe even get a henna tattoo or tarot reading. Also be on the lookout for food trucks, a mini pinball arcade and live hooping and fire dance performances!

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​The Flaming Lips with Net

June 20th, 2018

Monday, June 25, 7 p.m.

Sanctuary Events Center, 670 4th Ave N, Fargo

It’s no surprise that Q magazine dubbed The Flaming Lips one of the "50 Bands to See Before You Die," with their elaborate stage shows and multi-layered psychedelic sound. These Oklahoma City natives have been in business since 1983 and have gained a cult like status. 

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​Summer Throwback: featuring Bone Thugs N Harmony and Naughty by Nature

June 20th, 2018

Sunday, June 24, 5 p.m. - howling

Bluestem Amphitheater, 801 50th Ave S, Moorhead

You down with OPP? Naughty by Nature coined that phrase. See them and the fast pace rapping and rock solid harmonizing of Bone Thugs. 

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Art on Bluestem Prairie

June 20th, 2018

Sunday, June 24, 5 - 6 p.m.

Buffalo River State Park, Glyndon MN

BYO art supplies or use those provided as we join SNA (Scientific areas and natural areas) naturalist on a prairie adventure for art’s sake through Buffalo River State Park. Just a hop skip and a 10 mile jaunt east of Fargo. All ages and skill levels welcome!

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​Scandinavian Hjemkomst & Midwest Viking Festival

June 20th, 2018

June 22 and 23, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Hjemkomst Center, 202 1st Ave. N, Fargo

The Historical & Cultural Society of Clay County and Nordic Culture Clubs are bringing you the 41st Scandinavian Hjemkomst & Midwest Viking Festival complete with an international collection of chefs, artists, musicians, storytellers, historians, and vendors to fully immerse you in Nordic traditions!

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​Station House Benefit

June 20th, 2018

Friday, June 22, 5 - 10 p.m.

Red Raven Espresso Parlor, 916 Main Ave, Fargo

Pop quiz… What does the Red Raven do best? Coffee, camaraderie and their support for local art and music...duh! Check out all of the above and a silent auction to boot. All proceeds will cover upkeep and maintenance costs for the Station House building, home of both Seagrave Studios and Red Raven Espresso Parlor. Be sure to stick around for the after party at Seagrave for local experimental music.

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​Har Mar Superstar sings Sam Cooke

June 20th, 2018

Friday, June 22, 8 p.m. - 12 a.m.

The Aquarium, 226 N Broadway, Fargo

Har Mar Superstar started out as a one-man show in 1999, but the Minneapolis native now has a full backup band. Known for his soulful R&B pop styling, it only makes sense that he pays tribute to the soulman himself this round--namely Sam Cooke.

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​Jake Ingamar Band

June 13th, 2018

Thursday, June 21, 8 p.m.-11 p.m.

Hotel Donaldson, 101 N Broadway

Jake Ingamar may be best known as a solo acoustic, indie singer-songwriter/pedal steel player. For the very first time, he’s plugging in and is going full blown electric with a three piece rock band! Arranged for this exclusive summer solstice night he will be joined by Dustin Ellingson (of the Cropdusters) on bass and Russ Pfaff (of Helena Handbasket) on percussion (plus a few special guest performers).

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