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​Tamarac Fall Festival

September 27th, 2017

Saturday, September 30, 10am-3pm

Tamarac Wildlife Refuge, 35704 County Road 26, Rochert MN

What threatens wildlife habitats? Invasive species, lead, much more. Engaging activities for kids, crafts, puppet shows, hikes, photography display, refuge bus tours, lunch available for purchase. 62 miles from Moorhead. 218-847-2641 

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​Boomtown

September 27th, 2017

September 29-30

Dakota Magic Casino, Hankinson ND

One of the best cover bands around. “Can’t say enough about these guys and look forward to having them back soon and often,” says Pamela Leith of the West Fargo VFW. Background projection screen, also running during breaks. 701-634-3000

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James Wolberg

September 27th, 2017

Thursday, September 28, 6-7pm

Plains Art Museum, 704 1st Ave N, Fargo

FMVA presents a talk with James. “I’ll discuss the path I took from drawing to painting to ceramics -- sculpture, pottery, and public installations -- and where I’m aiming now.” We want to hear about managing a shared studio environment. 701-551-6100

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​Opening Night: ‘Wittenberg’

September 20th, 2017

Wed-Fri, September 27-29, 8pm; Sat-Sun, 2pm

Comstock Theatre, Concordia College, 901 8th St S, Moorhead

It is October, 1517, at Wittenberg University in northern Germany, where students and faculty begin another academic year. A comedy that reveals the story behind the stories of Hamlet, Doctor Faustus, and Martin Luther. Sounds like Copernicus is in there as well. 218-299-3314

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​NDSU Homecoming

September 20th, 2017

September 25-30

1340 Administration Dr, NDSU Campus

Parade, tailgating, reunions. We suggest discussion of Gov. Burgum’s conviction that universities must change radically. NDSU, we hope, will join Arizona State and Georgia State in the group of most innovative public universities. As for the game, we’re hoping for a score of zero concussions.

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​Red River Canoe Parade

September 20th, 2017

Sunday, September 24, 2-4pm

Starts from Dike East Park

A floating parade of canoes and their paddlers, decorated and in costume. Golden paddle award for best dressed vessel. Viewing areas: Heritage Park (enter from 6th Ave S in Moorhead) and river trails at 13th Ave S (enter from 12th Ave S in Fargo). Simone Wai, 701-212-2722. 

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​PBS Nerd Walk

September 20th, 2017

Saturday, September 23, registration 10am, walk 10:30

Prairie Public Downtown Studio, 207 5th St N, Fargo; 701-241-6900

Marie Offutt, you came to the right place. We are and know a great many who answer to any geek or nerd description; and, if you don’t mind, also dorks and wusses who are not only ready willing and able but also eager to tour your studio, grab your goodies, and meet your dog.

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​Junk Market

September 20th, 2017

September 22-24

Red River Valley Fairgrounds, 1805 Main Ave W, West Fargo

They were indoors, this year back out in the open. See numerous artisan repurposers of antique and other furniture. $5 admission, kids free, no age limit given. On Friday, 6-8pm, an evening of first looks and exclusive shopping, $20 admission. Many attractions. fargojunkmarket.com

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​The Rourke: Live Art Auction

September 20th, 2017

Friday, September 22, 6-8pm, auction starting at 7pm

Rourke Art Museum, 521 Main Ave, Moorhead

The Rourke’s first auction in ten years: high quality, a variety of subjects and starting prices. Register for bidding at the event or pre-register for bidding and preview the Live Auction items from 1 to 5pm on Thursday 21 September and Friday 22 September. 218-236-8861

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​Screening: ‘Warehoused’

September 18th, 2017

Thursday, September 21, 6:30-8:30pm

Lutheran Social Services, 3911 20th Ave S, Fargo

Documentary: the insurmountable challenges facing refugees; an intimate glimpse into daily life at Dadaab camp in Kenya, the largest refugee camp in the world. The camp’s inner workings through the refugees’ personal stories. 701-235-7341

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