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​Hiking / Backpacking Expo

April 5th, 2017

Monday, April 10, 6 - 8:30 PM

Unitarian Universalist Church, 121 9th St S, Fargo

Come and join the Dakota Prairie Chapter of the North Country Trail Association for the Hiking/Backpacking Expo. The Expo will consist of two open house sessions filled with seven different hands-on stations as well as a two-part presentation from 6:30 to 7:30 about the hiking essentials and general information about backpacking.

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​Suspension/Journey with my Jewishness

March 31st, 2017

Sunday, April 2, 2 - 5 PM

North Dakota Museum of Art, 261 Centennial Dr, Grand Forks

This event is an exhibition and concert collaboration project between two siblings, Amit Peled a cellist and Zemer Peled an artist. Zemer’s “site-specific environment tilted” Suspension will be presented alongside Amit’s cello program in order to provide a “physical composition in dialogue with Amit’s musical compositions.” Concert tickets: $20 for members, $25 for non-members, $15 for…

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​Public Opening: Cameron Peterson

March 31st, 2017

Sunday, April 2, 1:30 - 4 PM

The Rourke Art Gallery Museum, 521 Main Ave, Moorhead

Come to the Rourke for the opening of “AmeriCAM Purrrphect.” This exhibition will feature new monotypes, Cam-o-types, and linocut prints of Cameron Peterson. There will be a talk with Peterson at 2 PM and the event is free and open to the public.

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​Toppers 59th Annual Car show

March 31st, 2017

Saturday and Sunday, April 1-2

Veterans Memorial Arena, 1201 7th Ave E, West Fargo

Come and look at all of the amazing vintage cars that have aged so well! This year, Dave Kindig will be making an appearance so make sure to stop by and meet Kindig as well as take as many pictures as you possibly can. Show starts at 9 AM on Saturday and goes until 5 PM on Sunday.

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Minnkota Feline Club Cat Show

March 31st, 2017

Saturday and Sunday, April 1-2 

Red River Valley Fairgrounds, 1201 W Main Ave, West Fargo 

It’s the perfect weekend for cat lovers! Come watch all of the cats participate in the cat show. Cats are all different breeds and are being judged by a variety of categories. There will also be commercial vendors selling products and accessories. Admission charge.

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​Anniversary Pole Showcase

March 31st, 2017

Saturday, April 1, 7 - 10 PM

Zero Gravity Alternative Fitness, 3350 35th Ave S, Fargo

Performances will be given by Zero Gravity clients as well as staff in the first Zero Gravity anniversary showcase. Light refreshments will be served and there will be prizes given away throughout the night. Tickets in advance, $15.

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​Hand to God

March 22nd, 2017

March 16-30, 7:30 - 9:30 PM

The Broadway Theatre Garage, 409 Broadway, Fargo

A dark comedy play about the God-fearing children of Cypress, Texas, who go to a local church and practice their Christian puppet ministry. But when one boy discovers that his puppet has a mind of its own, everything changes. The puppet, Tyrone, is foul-mouthed and scandalous. He shocks the congregation with outrageous insinuations and prompts everyone to fight with their primal natures while teaching them about…

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​Carnage the executioner, freestyle rap battle, and comic roast

March 22nd, 2017

Saturday, March 25, 8 PM - 2 AM

Aquarium above Dempsey’s, 226 N Broadway

The night will start out with a friendly roast among local comedians followed by some of the area’s finest hip hop acts, who will be taking the stage to compete for prizes and bragging rights. Sounds provided by local hero Shawn Who. The night will close with Minneapolis based Beat Boxer, Emcee, Producer, and hip hop veteran Carnage the executioner. 

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​Minneapolis Noise Night

March 22nd, 2017

Saturday, March 25, 10 PM - 2 AM

Seagrave Studios, Fargo

Minneapolis Noise Night is presented by Black Ring Rituals Records and will consist of performances by Minneapolis stars Anthony Amelang, Grin, and Salts. There will also be performances by some local bands: Pretty Girl Problems, Salmari, and Violent; No Regard. $5.

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​El Jefe Chronicles Album Release Party

March 22nd, 2017

Saturday, March 25, 7 - 10 PM

The Bomb Shelter, 325 10th St N, Fargo

Lenny Alanis is releasing his first album. He’s been making music since 2009 with mentors like Charlie Mizza, Coolie, Ken C, and Lost Angel Crew. The party will consist of performances by THE LAW, Young Therobreds, Thee United Empire, and Coolie.

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