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
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
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.
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.
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.
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
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
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
September 18th, 2017
Wednesday, September 20
Prairie Stone Center, 1650 45th St S, Fargo
Open all day, ribbon cutting at 2pm. New addiction management center. Will serve as a community hub, connecting people to treatment information and other resources, to help initiate and sustain long-term addiction wellness. Kristi Ulrich, 701-566-5631
September 16th, 2017
Sunday, September 17, 4:30-6pm
Fargo Public Library, 102 3rd St N
The World in Fargo-Moorhead photo and storytelling project will host a gallery talk during Welcoming Week. The talk will share the history of the project, introduce photographers and storytellers, and invite further participation. Free admission
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