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Thursday, May 8
Senior Meals: Chicken and noodles and steamed baby carrots. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)299-5519 for more info.
CILMOOG Housing Stabilization Services office hours: 10 a.m. to noon. Helps seniors, people with disabilities, and people in disabling conditions find and maintain stable housing in Minnesota. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Senior Social: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Meet up with friends at Moorhead Public Library for a weekly social hour to connect over coffee, play games and chat, free.
Baby Bounce – Social and Early Literacy Activities for Children 0-3: 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Join us for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers. This week’s theme is being me. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Canoe Restoration and Adventures with Rollie Johnson, May 8-15: Johnson will bring attendees along as he details some of his most exciting journeys, as well as his experience canoe-building and restoring a 115-year-old canoe. Lake Agassiz Regional Library in Moorhead will offer a series of enriching and entertaining programs as part of its Spring Legacy Series.
Friday, May 9
Senior Meals: Meatloaf and baked potatoes. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)299-5519 for more info.
Free Friday Movies at the Dr. James Carlson Library: 1 p.m. Join us for “Thelma (PG-13)” and popcorn in the community room. Free popcorn is served. Adults must accompany children age 9 and younger. Located at 2801 32nd Ave. S., Fargo.
One Book / One Minnesota Author Visit: 1:45 to 2:45 p.m. With Diane Wilson and John Coy. Authors of 2025’s One Book | One Minnesota selection will read their work and discuss “Where We Come From.” Moorhead Public Library, free.
Saturday, May 10
Coffee and Critique: 10 a.m. to noon. Event at The Rourke Art Gallery + Museum, 521 Main Ave., Moorhead. For more details, please visit: therourke.org/calendar
Spotlight Storytime: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Join us for the Spotlight Storytime series featuring local businesses and community members. In May we will welcome local police officer Scott Kostohryz and the PALS program. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Conversation Corner – Practice for English language learners: 3 to 4:30 p.m. Join us for friendly, informal meetings for those learning English to practice their conversational skills. English language-learners of all proficiencies are welcome. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Monday, May 12
Senior Meals: Potato chip-breaded fish on bun and baked sweet potatoes. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)299-5519 for more info.
Lutheran Social Services for Seniors office hours: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Office hours from Lutheran Social Services are here to connect you to resources in our community that help you where you need it most. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Moorhead City Council meeting: 5:30 p.m. Location: Auditorium of Hjemkomst Center, 202 First Ave. N., Moorhead.
Best Sellers Book Club: 6 to 7 p.m. Discuss the latest best sellers with the Moorhead Public Library. This month we’ll meet to discuss “Project Hail Mary” by Andy Weir, free.
Marker League Special Event: 7 to 9 p.m. “Make Your Mark for Mental Health.” Join us for a special edition of Marker League (hosted by Red River Creatives Collective) to recognize Mental Health Awareness Month. Collaborate on a shared piece that will be hung up at the Moorhead Public Library, free.
Tuesday, May 13
Senior Meals: Lutheran hotdish and steamed peas. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)299-5519 for more info.
Clay County Board of Commissioners meeting: 8:30 a.m. Clay County Courthouse at 807 11th St. N., Moorhead.
Zippity Zingers Group Singing: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Hjemkomst, free. Call 299-5519 for more info.
CAP-LP Housing office hours: 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership (CAP-LP) helps families seeking housing assistance and more. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Storytime + Craft – An Early Literacy Experience: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime with a fun craft to follow. This week’s theme is ocean. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Think Barrel Trivia: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Seven unique rounds, 65 questions, win prizes. Location: Swing Barrel Brewing Co., 814 Center Ave., Moorhead. Ph. (218)284-2121.
Red Hen Trivia League: Teams of up to eight players, 7 p.m. start. Win beer/$25 gift card. Location: Red Hen, 1710 Center Ave. W., Dilworth. Ph. (218)227-5380.
Wednesday, May 14
Senior Meals: Tarragon chicken and parsley-buttered potatoes. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)299-5519 for more info.
Minnesota Recovery Connection office hours: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Minnesota Recovery Connection seeks to strengthen the community and support long-term recovery through peer-to-peer support services, education, and advocacy. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Storytime – An Early Literacy Experience: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. This week’s theme is ocean. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Memory Café: 1 to 2:30 p.m. Memory Cafe Art Show. Location: Hjemkomst Center, Moorhead.
Origami Club: 6 to 7 p.m. Join us at the Moorhead Public Library for a twice monthly origami club. All are welcome to come and practice this paper folding skill, free.
Moorhead American Legion Steak and Shrimp night: 6 to 8 p.m. Enjoy a grilled steak or shrimp, baked potato and salad for $14. Ask about combos. Location: Moorhead American Legion, 303 30th St. N.
The Language Connection – the Italian Edition: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Join us for themed conversations on a variety of topics to practice your multilingual skills. The first Wednesday of the month will be dedicated to practicing Italian language proficiency. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Waiting for Outlander Book Club: 7 to 8 p.m. Join us to discuss the works of Diana Gabaldon and books similar to the “Outlander” series. This month, we are discussing “Her Knight at the Museum” by Bryn Donovan.
Northern Lights Dance Club: 7 to 10 p.m. Each month we learn a new style of dance. Join us on Wednesdays in May to learn how to Foxtrot, followed by general dancing to a variety of music. Singles and couples are welcome. No previous dance experience required. Admission includes group dance lessons. USA Dance members: $5; Nonmembers: $10; College students and youth, $5. Location: Sons of Norway, 722 Second Ave. N., Fargo. For updates, visit our website: https://www. northernlightsdanceclub.com
Mick’s Office trivia: North Star Trivia in person at Mick’s Office in downtown Moorhead. Begins right after $1.50 burger night. Starts at 8:30 p.m., free.
Harold’s karaoke party: 8 p.m. to midnight. Choose a song to sing, get a drink, have a fun Wednesday. Location 1330 Main Ave., Moorhead, free.
Thursday, May 15
Senior Meals: Sweet and sour pork and brown rice and mixed veggies. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)299-5519 for more info.
CILMOOG Housing Stabilization Services office hours: 10 a.m. to noon. Helps seniors, people with disabilities, and people in disabling conditions find and maintain stable housing in Minnesota. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Senior Social: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Meet up with friends at Moorhead Public Library for a weekly social hour to connect over coffee, play games and chat, free.
Baby Bounce – Social and Early Literacy Activities for Children 0-3: 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Join us for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers. This week’s theme is ocean. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Lyrical Listening with John Trelstad: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. It’s about the songs. John Trelstad of Tucker’d Out performs a variety of tunes by various songwriters, and discusses some of the stories that play out in the lyrics. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Friday, May 16
Senior Meals: Country meatballs and mashed potatoes/gravy. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)299-5519 for more info.
Storytime in the Children’s Gallery: 4 to 4:45 p.m. Event at The Rourke Art Gallery + Museum, 521 Main Ave., Moorhead. For more details, please visit: therourke.org/calendar
Saturday, May 17
Spanish Storytime with Sra. Mónica Olivares: Spanish speakers and learners alike are welcome for a Spanish Storytime at the Moorhead Public Library. Join local Spanish Immersion teacher Sra. Mónica Olivares for stories and language exchange, free.
Conversation Corner – Practice for English language learners: 3 to 4:30 p.m. Join us for friendly, informal meetings for those learning English to practice their conversational skills. English language-learners of all proficiencies are welcome. Moorhead Public Library, free.