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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
January 11th, 2017
Thursday, January 19, 8pm
Hodo Lounge, 101 N Broadway, Fargo
We’ve told you about Minot based musician Jeremiah James, but this time he’s bringing his NoDak honky tonk band 20 counties down, to the bright lights and the big city of Fargo. Polish your dancing shoes cats and kittens, there’s bound to be some toe tappin’ and bass slappin’ at The HoDo Thursday night!
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