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​B-B-BRRR Winter Classic

January 25th, 2017

Sunday, January 29, 1 - 4 PM

Great Rides Fargo, 425 Broadway N, Fargo

B-B-BRRR is a one of a kind bike race that embraces the freezing winter temperatures and celebrates bike riding. There will be a couple of new features this year including a 5K Fun Ride for beginners and a Kid Zone. The race starts at the Community Gardens and all racers receive a meal, beverage and t-shirt for participation. Entry fee: $25 on or before January 26, $35 afterward.

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​North Dakota Museum of Art Dinner and Silent Auction

January 25th, 2017

Saturday, January 28, 6:30 - 9 PM

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

The 26th Annual Benefit Dinner and Silent Auction will have the theme of “Rainbow Gardens” this year to celebrate Jo Ewen (1931-2016) who supported the benefit for years by buying five tables for her and her friends from May-Port. The silent auction will consist of artwork from local, regional and national artists. Black Tie optional. Valet Parking available. $125

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​Animal Lover at Hawk’s Nest

January 25th, 2017

Friday, January 27, 8 PM - 1 AM

The Hawk’s Nest Antarctic Substation

Animal Lover will be playing at the Hawk’s Nest this Friday for the first time in quite a while. There will also be multiple opening performances by Gals, Triple Deke, Free Truman, and The Knotties.

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​A Capella Night: Six Appeal

January 18th, 2017

Friday, January 20, 8:30- 10 PM

The Centrum (Concordia College), 901 8th St S, Moorhead

A Capella Night at Concordia is featuring Six Appeal, a world class vocal ensemble infused with sharp comedic timing and the energy and vitality of a rock band. Concordia’s own a capella group, Voce Hominum will also open the show.

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​John Wayne and The Pain CD Release Party

January 18th, 2017

Friday, January 20, 7 PM- 2 AM

The Garage Bar Presents, 3108 9th St S, Moorhead

A party celebrating the release of John Wayne and The Pain’s new album. The party will be hosted by Big Zach and will feature Jason Hann of String Cheese Incident / / EOTO and West Coast hip hop legend Zion I Crew. Tickets are $17.

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​Inauguration Day Noise Show

January 18th, 2017

Friday, January 20, 10 PM- 1 AM

Seagrave Studios, 914 Main Ave, Fargo

The facebook event page says it all, “Collapsing the meaning of music while the republic collapses around us,” a variety of area noise bands includingThe Slipstream a project stemming from the mind behind Braindeer, the dark ambiance of Hope Chest,Support Unit, AIM - P.E.,Suspicion, and Dakota Magick a community noise collaboration. All for the suggested donation of $5. 

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​Conscious Creation: A Yoga and Writing Retreat

January 18th, 2017

Saturday, January 21, 2- 6PM

225 4th Ave N, Fargo

Local yoga instructor Andrea Krejci Paradis and creative writer Tessa Torgeson join together to explore the connection between writing and yoga through asana, Yoga Nidra, writing activities and prompts, sensory immersion experiences, and discussion. No yoga or writing experience is necessary. $50

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​Choice Desserts

January 18th, 2017

Friday, January 20, 7- 10PM

Avalon Events Center, 2525 9th Ave S, Fargo

A silent auction fundraiser for ND WIN Abortion Access Fund, a non-profit organization that helps women who are seeking reproductive healthcare services in North Dakota. Decadent desserts will be auctioned off so you might go home with a delicious treat. $20 admission or $15 with student ID.

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​Hot Club of CowTown

January 18th, 2017

Saturday, January 21, 7:30 PM

Gaede Stage (Roland Dille Center for the Arts) MSUM, 1104 7th Ave S, Moorhead

Hot Club of CowTown mixes western swing and hot club jazz to create music you’ll want to dance to. The band trio consisting of a bassist, guitarist, and fiddler will be providing a concert that you won’t soon forget. Tickets are available at MSUM Box Office Monday-Friday noon-4 PM or at the door.

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Eric Santwire Reception

January 11th, 2017

Thursday, January 12, 4- 7 PM 

Kaddatz Gallery, 111 W Lincoln Ave, Fergus Falls

A reception for Eric Santwire’s exhibition “Distortions: Filters and Refractions (and Other Aberrations)”. The reception introduces the exhibition to the public and will be held in Studio K.

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