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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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​Join the River Ravens—Viking Age

March 22nd, 2017

Saturday, March 25, 1 PM

Hjemkomst Center, 202 1st Ave N, Moorhead

The River Ravens is a Viking Age living history group in Fargo-Moorhead. The group is looking to expand their memberships by finding others who are interested in Viking Age Scandinavia. They are looking for people who would like to participate in their annual public events and as long as you participate in at least one, your membership is free.

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Grass: John Borge and Jonathan Rutter

March 22nd, 2017

Friday, March 24, 6 - 8 PM

The Rourke Art Gallery Museum, 521 Main Ave, Moorhead

Rourke members and friends are welcome to come out to the special opening reception of “Grass” this Friday. The show is a two-person exhibition. There are photographs by John Borge and paintings by Jonathan Rutter. Both artists capture the prairie lands of Minnesota. “Grass” will be held in the Main Gallery and refreshments will be provided.

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​Horseshoes & Hand Grenades with BOOTS

March 15th, 2017

Wednesday, March 22, 9pm

The Aquarium (Dempsey’s upstairs), 226 Broadway, Fargo

In 2010, they got drunk together, played music all night and decided they were made for each other. See if you agree. You sure as frack will -- they are nationally recognized, play some of the best bluegrass in the land. $13, 21+

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​International Sugar Beet Institute

March 15th, 2017

March 22, 9am-5pm; March 23, 9am-3pm

FargoDome, 1800 University Dr N, Fargo

They picked the right place for this one -- not the Oil Patch or the Coal Hole but right here in the Beet Bog! Trade show with many exhibits, bringing together sugar beet growers and allied industries. Free admission and free parking.

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