Best Bets

​Suedes Spring Swap Meet

May 30th, 2018

Sunday, June 3, 7 a.m.-12 p.m.

Topend Dragways, Sabin

Are you working on a summer auto project but can’t find the right parts? The Suedes, one of Fargo’s favorite car clubs is hosting their annual swap meet at the drag strip. Whether you’re a vendor, an enthusiast, or looking for something specific they just might have what you’re looking for. Word on the street is...Suedes RULE.

Read more...


​Cosmic Serenity, New Reb & Justin Chittams

May 30th, 2018

Friday, June 1, 9 p.m.

The Aquarium, 226 Broadway, Fargo

Uprooted from Galveston Texas, making music with a side of comedy. Armed with a folksy funky sound that will be sure to keep your heads bobbing and your feet tapping.

Read more...


​Fargo Feminist First Friday

May 30th, 2018

Friday, June 1, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Fargo Billiards and 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,…

Read more...


​Mental Health Exhibit and Reception

May 30th, 2018

Thursday, May 31, 5-7 p.m.

APT a creative incubator, 225 4th Ave. N, Fargo

APT and The Arts Partnership believe that exposure to art improves quality of life. Sometimes it can even save a life. This exhibit was curated to highlight local artists who use art as therapy. The reception will include a reading from ooet Emily Vieweg and a talk from professional clinical counselor Ashley Stielow. Stielow provides therapy services to children, adolescents, and adults experiencing a variety of…

Read more...


​Dakota Fine Art: Grand opening reception

May 23rd, 2018

Thursday, May 31, 5-9 p.m.

11 8th St S, Fargo

Nine regional artists join forces in Fargo’s newest artist collective gallery. Along with the core group of artists, art enthusiasts can anticipate guest artists and great opportunities to network and connect with local artists and enhance their lives with art.

Read more...


​Diplo

May 23rd, 2018

Thursday, May 31, 8 p.m.

Sanctuary Events Center, 670 4th Ave N, Fargo

Musician, DJ, producer Thomas Wesley Pentz aka Diplo is a force to be reckoned with. “Pentz has 235+ show dates under his belt in 2015 alone, and three 2016 Grammy Nominations including Producer of the Year, Best Dance Recording, and Best Dance/Electronic Album.” Not to be confused with Diplo aka Ethan Hawke.

Read more...


​Drone Focus Conference

May 23rd, 2018

May 30-31, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Fargo Civic Center, 207 4th St N, Fargo

This two day event will feature main stage speakers, interactive workshops, focused lunches, and more. Connect and network with experts, enthusiasts and leaders in the drone industry. Check out: https://dronefocuscon.com/ to learn more.

Read more...


​Full Moon Yoga with Oils

May 23rd, 2018

Tuesday, May 29, 5:45-6:30 p.m.

Moorhead Massage and Wellness, 202 8th St S

Yoga with “Practice designed with nature’s rhythms in mind.” Oil diffusers will be filled with astrology inspired oil selections. We’re intrigued--what does it all mean? Come and find out! Open to all levels.

Read more...


​Hot Mess Harlots present: A Night at the Movies

May 23rd, 2018

Saturday, May, 26, 9 p.m.

The Sanctuary Bar and Bistro, 9816 21st St. N, Moorhead

Drag performances inspired by your favorite songs and movie moments along with movie trivia and prizes. See Best of the Best award winner Tequila Mockingbird in action!

Read more...


​Studio 6 Broadway Open House

May 23rd, 2018

Thursday, May 24, 5-7 p.m.

Studio 6, 6 N Broadway, Fargo

The space will serve as an FMCT expansion featuring an 80-100 seat performance venue, a large rehearsal hall, and small practice spaces. The space will be an expansion of educational offerings for students and adults starting this fall and will be used as a secondary rehearsal space for FMCT’s ten show production schedule for next season.

Read more...


Tracker Pixel for Entry 7Clans Tracker Pixel for Entry Bismarck1 Tracker Pixel for Entry Farrms Tracker Pixel for Entry Aquarium Tracker Pixel for Entry EmpireAUG2021 Tracker Pixel for Entry NewSalem1

Recently in:

By Alicia Underlee NelsonMore than 1,000 pro-worker events are planned for Thursday, May 1 across the country, including rallies in Fargo-Moorhead, Grand Forks, Minot and Jamestown. East Grand Forks and Bismarck will host protests…

From concerts and car shows to Japanese art and Juneteenth celebrations, there's so much going on around the region this summer. This year's High Plains Reader Summer Events Calendar is back and bigger than ever. It's packed with…

Saturday, May 24, 7 p.m.The Aquarium above Dempsey’s, 226 N. Broadway, FargoBe a part of a 20+ year tradition: ten bands enter The Aquarium and just one leaves with the ultimate prize — 300 cans of Hamm’s beer and the coveted…

By John Strandjas@hpr1.com One description that perhaps aptly describes the mental state of many lately is that they feel they are attached to a string. Or several strings. Call it the notion that people are played like puppets,…

By Ed Raymondfargogadfly@gmail.comPerhaps it was by IVF — the Know-Nothings are “concepting” notzeesIn the middle of the 19th century the Republican Party morphed to the Know-Nothing Party for a short time. Members quickly…

By Rick Gionrickgion@gmail.com Holiday wine shopping shouldn’t have to be complicated. But unfortunately it can cause unneeded anxiety due to an overabundance of choices. Don’t fret my friends, we once again have you covered…

By Rick Gionrickgion@gmail.com After a very inspiring conversation with Kayla Houchin of Sonder Bakehouse a few weeks ago, I decided that it’s an appropriate time to write a column about some of the sweet people who are involved…

Mooncats and Pert Near Sandstone play Empire TheatreBy Sabrina Hornungsabrina@hpr1.comThe MoonCats describe themselves as “Americonscious Campfire Folk.” They have a clear acoustic folk sound with a sense of whimsy — think…

By Greg Carlsongregcarlson1@gmail.com Of the many photographs that help tell the story “I Know Catherine, the Log Lady,” the one of David Lynch dressed as FBI Regional Bureau Chief (and later Deputy Director) Gordon Cole saying…

By Raul Gomez Modern Man was a gentle soul. If you were down or just wanted a friend, he’d be there for you. I remember the first day I met Modern Man. It was Jeremiah Fuglseth and me. He wanted to write about this legendary…

By John Showalterjohn.d.showalter@gmail.comHigh Plains Reader had the opportunity to interview two mysterious new game show hosts named Milt and Bradley Barker about an upcoming event they will be putting on at Brewhalla. What…

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…

By Ellie Liveranieli.liverani.ra@gmail.com There appear to be differences in the incidence of mental illnesses between men and women. For example, women are more likely to be diagnosed with depression, post-traumatic stress…

By Alicia Underlee NelsonProtests against President Trump’s policies and the cuts made by Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) are planned across North Dakota and western Minnesota Friday, April 4 and…

By Vern Thompsonvern.thompson.nd7@gmail.com Our trucking business has me driving almost daily from gas plants in western North Dakota's oil patch to Canada. I haul natural gas liquids (NGLs) products we used to see flared off at…