Metro Lights: April 16 – 22

Location: Prairie St. John’s in Fargo

Date: April 16

Time: 12:00pm

Cost: Free

Sponsored by the Red River Valley Asperger/Autism Network, panel will include caregivers, educators and adults with Asperger’s who will answer your questions. Free lunch will be served.

Ultimate Diva Expo:

Location: Canad Inns in Grand Forks

Date: April 16

Time: 5:00 – 9:00pm

Cost: Free

Sip! Enjoy refreshments while you shop. Drink specials throughout Canad Inn Shop! Experience stress-free shopping with over 60 vendors & crafters from all around the region! A great night out with friends! Swim! Children can swim at Splashers at the special rate of only $6.

Creative Voices: Native American Artists:

Location: Plains Art Museum in Fargo

Date: April 16

Time: 6:30pm

Cost: Free

Monte Yellow Bird Sr., or Black Pinto Horse as he also known in the art world, will speak about his work as a professional artist, including his extensive work as an artist educator providing presentations and artist residencies across the nation.

Ron Campbell Exhibit:

Location: Boerths Gallery in Fargo

Date: April 17

Time: 12:00pm

Cost: Free

He will be exhibiting his original Beatles cartoon art and will be painting new works during his appearance, he will also exhibit artwork featuring other cartoon characters that encompass his 50-year career in children’s television such as Scooby Doo, Smurfs, Rugrats, Winnie the Pooh, Flintstones, Jetsons and more, all works available to purchase.

ArtSee:

Location: Empire Arts Center in Grand Forks

Date: April 17

Time: 4:30pm

Cost: $3

The tenth annual ArtSee, hosted by the Greater Grand Forks Young Professionals.

Showcasing both up-and-coming and distinguished artists, ArtSee gives guests the opportunity to view art from a variety of mediums, mingle with talented local and regional artists, and purchase one-of-a-kind pieces in a fun and social atmosphere. Both newcomers and art enthusiasts alike can experience the art scene in the relaxed and creative environment.

Recovery Drumline Self-Help Group:

Location: reGROUP in Moorhead

Date: April 17

Time: 6:30pm

Cost: Free

Drumming using pads and sticks that also brings wellness. Feel yourself come alive through drumming. Make new friends in a safe environment. Equipment provided. Lead by Randy Stetson, LADC.

Native American Artist Professional Development Training:

Location: Plains Art Museum in Fargo

Date: April 17 – 18

Time: All Day

Cost: Free

Sponsored by First Peoples Fund, this two-day workshop is free and open to Native artists and covers pricing art, marketing, portfolio creation and business budgeting, to register call (605) 348-0324 or online at www.firstpeoplesfund.org.

Gigantic Rummage Sale:

Location: Veterans Memorial Arena in West Fargo

Date: April 18

Time: 7:00am

Cost: $1

Items for Sale: Crafts, Antiques, collectibles, garage sale items. Free Parking.

The Fifth MN Company D Civil War Reenactors:

Location: Moorhead Public Library

Date: April 18

Time: 1:00pm

Cost: Free

The Fifth MN Company D Civil War Reenactors Come to the Moorhead Library to learn about an important piece of Minnesota history: The Fifth MN Company D Civil War Reenactors will be presenting on Civil War era training camps and artillery.

Thomas Bradley Sandvig – Honor Ceremony:

Location: Jon L. Wanzek Center for Scouting in Fargo

Date: April 18

Time: 1:00pm

Cost: Free

Please join us after the ceremony for a reception honoring Troop 232’s newest Eagle Scout.

Spring Pork Loin Dinner and Bake Sale:

Location: St. John’s Lutheran Church in Barnesville

Date: April 19

Time: 11:00am – 1:30pm

Cost: $10 adults, $5 ages 6-12, free for 5 and younger

Pork loin, baked potato, baked beans, corn, coleslaw, bread, coffee, milk and bars, take-out orders available; also for sale baked goods, quilts, cutlery and cards by church women’s missionary league. Proceeds benefit St. John’s Benevolence fund.

WDAY Honor Flight Fundraiser:

Location: American Legion Post 21 in Moorhead

Date: April 19

Time: 12:00 – 3:00pm

Cost: Freewill offering

Pig roast, salad, beans, bread and desserts, freewill donations accepted. There will also be a silent auction of military/patriotic items. Hjemkomst Center currently has a World War II exhibit and is offering half price admission for all veterans on April 19.

Deutsches Fest:

Location: Centrum, Knutson Campus Center at Concordia

Date: April 19

Time: 2:00pm

Cost: Free

Sponsored by Concordia College’s German Club and German Program, students will display their enthusiasm for German culture through short skits, performances and presentations. There will also be food and music.

The Greatest Generation: Sounds from the WWII Era:

Location: Fargo Theatre

Date: April 20

Time: 7:00pm

Cost: Free

The Touchmark Choir will honor military veterans and celebrate some of their timeless music with a fun, energetic and patriotic show; free and open to the public.

NDSU Saddle and Sirloin Club Kiddie Days:

Location: Sheppard Arena at NDSU

Date: April 20 – 24

Time: Mon-Thurs 9:00am – 3:00pm, Friday 9:00am to 12:00pm

Cost: Free

Displays of beef, dairy, horse, sheep, goats, pigs, chickens and other ag products, an educational and interactive petting zoo for preschoolers, kindergarten and day care children in the F-M area. To register for a time slot call (701) 231-7641.

FMVA BIG Art Show Reception:

Location: Hjemkomst Center in Moorhead

Date: April 21

Time: 5:00pm

Cost: Free

Join FMVA for their public reception of their latest BIG Art show. This event features the work from arts educators, emerging artists and established artists from our region. Free and open to the public.

Backyard Birding:

Location: Fargo Public Library – Main

Date: April 21

Time: 7:00pm

Cost: Free

Are you interested in trying bird watching as a hobby? Join us for a presentation by local birding expert Ron Miller as he covers the basics of backyard bird watching. Learn tips and find out what tools can help you start identifying birds in your own backyard. Find out about the regular visitors you can get to your feeders, birdbaths and birdhouses.

Golden Oldies Spring Tour:

Location: Touchmark at Harwood Grove in Fargo

Date: April 22

Time: 2:00pm

Cost: Free

Featuring Gene Okerlund and Dewey Possehl and the music of Frank Sinatra and New Orleans Dixieland.

An Evening of Dance:

Location: Hansen Theater at MSUM

Date: April 22

Time: 7:30pm

Cost: Free

Featuring the work of student dancers and choreographers, dances featuring ballet, hip-hop, modern, lyrical, musical theatre styles and tap.

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