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​Red Raven Comedy Anniversary

June 13th, 2018

Tuesday, June 19, 9 p.m.

Red Raven, 916 Main Avenue, Fargo

Can you believe that the Red Raven has been hosting comedy night for seven years? What can we say? Time flies when you’re having fun! Come out and see old and new faces on the scene. $5 suggested donation.

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​Moon Hooch

June 13th, 2018

Monday, June 18, 8 p.m.-12 a.m.

The Aquarium, 226 N Broadway, Fargo

This bombastic horn and percussion heavy trio has gone from playing on New York City subway platforms to touring with the likes of Beats Antique, They Might Be Giants, and Lotus, as well as selling out their own headline shows in major venues around the country.

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​Michael Rault with Gneil

June 13th, 2018

Sunday, June 17, 8-11 p.m.

The Aquarium, 226 N Broadway, Fargo

With a retro psych,garage, R&B style it’s no wonder that this Toronto based musician caught the ear of Burger Records early on in his career. His latest release through Wick Records (the rock imprint of legendary Daptone Records) is creating quite a buzz. Dig out your dancing shoes and see what it’s all about.

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​Comedy in the cellar with Bryan Miller

June 13th, 2018

June 15 and June 16, 7 p.m.

Front Street Taproom, 614 Main Ave, Fargo

Former editor cumm comic Bryan Miller made his network television debut by catching the eye of Craig Ferguson and was invited to do a spot on CBS’s The Late Late Show. He has since participated in multiple comedy festivals, is a recurring opener for Minnesota Public Radio’s comedy variety show Wits, and has appeared on a number of radio broadcasts and podcasts.

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​Women’s Self Defense

June 6th, 2018

Sunday, June 10, 1-4 p.m.

MPX Fargo, 3955 40th Ave. South, Fargo

Learn verbal confrontation skills, safety strategies and physical techniques that may aid you to escape and defend yourself and potentially prevent violent attacks. 

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​Fargo Pridefest Brunch

June 6th, 2018

Sunday, June 10, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Holiday Inn Fargo, 3803 13th Ave, S

Celebrate Sunday funday in style with a bottomless brunch. Pancakes, hasbrowns, eggs, ham, bacon, sausage, pastries, fruit… along with top notch drag performances, what more can you ask for? 

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​Gasper’s Spring Dance Gala

June 6th, 2018

Saturday, June 9, 2 p.m. or 6 p.m.

Gasper’s School of Dance and Performing Arts, 524 7th St N, Fargo

Two shows, one day come see what’s cooking at Gasper’s. See the progression of wee ballerinas to adult performances in ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical, hip hop dance and more.

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​Yoga on the farm

June 6th, 2018

Saturday, June 9, 5:30-9 a.m.

Solberg Farms, 11680 36th St. S, Horace

Grab some coffee and salute the sun at the Solberg Farm. Just ten minutes out of Fargo, have an enlightening yoga experience with a light breakfast to follow.

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​Jon Wayne and the Human Element with Wayne Suchy

June 6th, 2018

Friday, June 8, 8 p.m.-howling

The Aquarium, 226 N Broadway, Fargo

Join Jon Wayne minus the Pain, on this night he’ll be backed by Fargo’s heroes The Human

Element. Be sure to check out Wayne Suchy as well!

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​Creative Voices Talk: John Hitchcock

June 6th, 2018

Thursday June 7, 6-7 p.m.

Plains Art Museum, 704 1st Ave. N, Fargo

Wisconsin based Artist in Residence and printmakerJohn Hitchcock talks about his practice, and his series currently on view at the museum. Also pencil in his upcoming Print Blitz workshop on June 26.

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