November 9th, 2017
Wednesday, November 15, 8-10pm
Old Broadway, 22 Broadway N, Fargo
We could use a few laughs on Wednesday night, and maybe you could too. Long-form improvisation with Krissy Skajewski, Topher Williams, Reid Strand, Ben Baukol, Michelle Pearson, Rachel Geinert, and W. C. Lies (his name, really). 701-237-6161
November 9th, 2017
Sunday, November 12, 10:45am-1:30pm
Kringen Lodge 25 Sons of Norway, 722 7th Ave N, Fargo
Uffda! If you haven’t checked out the Sons of Norway--this would be the time to do so. Great food, great company, $16 adults/$8 ages 6-12
November 9th, 2017
Saturday, November 11, 11am-4pm
Plains Art Museum, 704 1st Ave N, Fargo
Showcases Native American artists from all over the Upper Midwest in a juried competition. Unique handmade gifts in time for Christmas. All ages welcome; an adult must accompany children age 9 and younger. Free, open to the public. 701-476-4076
November 9th, 2017
Thursday, November 9, 8-11pm
HoDo Lounge, 101 Broadway N, Fargo
Jazz with two horns, a bass and drums. “Chamber music discipline,” but “joyous,” say the reviews. We would add “originality,” and that when they jam, it works. Something worth hearing and hanging out at the HoDo, our idea of a night out. 701-478-8888
November 8th, 2017
Thursday, November 9, 6-9pm
Plains Art Museum, 704 1st Ave N, Fargo
The economist and environmentalist who exposed forced sterilization of indigenous women, founded the support for tribal land claims, and was an anti-DAPL water protector, gives a talk at the Art of the Resistance exhibition. 701-406-4076
November 3rd, 2017
Thursday, November 9, 6pm
Comstock House, 506 8th St S, Moorhead
Every Thursday this fall at 6pm, light refreshments and tours of the historic Comstock House. 7pm, classical music recitals by the talented students of the Concordia College Music Department. Child-friendly, 25 seats only. To reserve, call 218-291-4211
November 3rd, 2017
Wednesday, November 8, 7-10pm
Sanctuary, 670 4th Ave N, Fargo
Genre-hopping six-piece celebrates the Day of the Dead. Wiseass wisdom, sharp songwriting honed over a decade on the road. Butcher Babies, from Los Angeles, depart from the overplayed, are noted for their explosive stage show. 701-404-9006
November 3rd, 2017
Tuesday, November 7, 5:30-9pm
Ecce Art Gallery, 216 Broadway North, Fargo
Senator Olympia Snowe will be the featured speaker of the evening. Exemplary Leadership Award Recipient will be awarded to Dina Butcher and the Woman on the Move Award will be presented to Danielle Pinnick. 701-361-7067
November 3rd, 2017
Monday, November 6, 6:30-9pm
Fargo Public Library, 102 3rd St N, Fargo
A documentary film about wild rice harvesting on the White Earth Reservation; a community of agriculturists that still harvest rice and practice traditional ways. Edifying, leaves you in a good mood which is not bad these days. 701-241-1472
November 2nd, 2017
Saturday, November 4, 8am-4pm
Living Waters Church, 4451 40th Ave S, Fargo
Handmade high quality crafts and art. Sweets as well! Melissa Hudson is working on Christmas pieces and ornaments. Cortnee Jenson is excited about bringing her jewelry. 16 fine artists and crafters, vintage items as well. 701-282-0530
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