community calendar
April 13-19, 2023
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Thursday, April 13
Senior Meals: Salisbury steak and mashed potato/gravy. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Women’s Birding Group: The Larks: 8:30 am. MB Johnson Park at 3601 11th St. N. in Moorhead. Socialize, feel comfortable outdoors, and learn from one another at The Larks -Women’s Birding Group monthly meetup. This is an accessible and inclusive monthly outing. Bring your binoculars. The Larks, a female-centric birding group, welcomes all birders, from beginners to experts. Kids are welcome but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Baby Bounce: 10:30 am – 11:00 am. Moorhead Public Library at 118 5th St. S. Songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers. Program runs about a half hour including playtime and chatting with other caregivers. Free.
Storytime and Craft: 6:30 – 7:30 pm. Moorhead Public Library at 118 5th St. S. Join us for Storytime and a craft. Each week, we explore different themes with stories, songs, rhymes, flannel boards, special guests and more. Storytime typically lasts for an hour and is geared for children ages 3-6, although children of all ages are welcome to join the fun. Free.
Friday, April 14
Senior Meals: Tuna noodle casserole and Chateau blend veggies. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Dakota Home Care Open House: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm. 1650 45th St. S., Suite 201 in Fargo. founded in 2012, Dakota Home Care is celebrating the opening of a new office space in Fargo by holding an open house for the public.
Spring Festival of Vendors: Friday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm and Saturday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. Moorhead Center Mall. More than 50 vendors, food, and live music.
ROURKEART4ALL: 1:00 – 5:00 pm. The Rourke Art Gallery + Museum at 521 Main Ave. in Moorhead. Free.
Celebration of Nations: 4:00 – 8:00 pm. Comstock Memorial Union at Moorhead State University Moorhead. This is a family-friendly cultural celebration showcasing more than 30 of the countries that make MSUM’s campus unique and vibrant. Activities include international cuisine for sampling, country booths, art and designs, and cultural performances. $10-$12.
Saturday, April 15
Fargo Masonic Vendor & Craft Show: 11:00 am – 3:00 pm. Fargo Masonic Building at 1405 3rd St. N. in Fargo. Come to the vendor & craft show and support small businesses. The show will be from 11-3, and lunch will be served from 11-1.
Financial Freedom Course presented by CAPLP: 12:30 – 4:30 pm. Moorhead Public Library at 118 5th St. S. Learn how to achieve financial success. Join us to learn more about budgeting to create savings, debt reduction and asset building, understanding credit, building a good credit rating, consumer protection and dealing with creditors all from Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership (CAPLP). This class is offered at no cost to participants however registration is required, so save your spot today.
The Chris Hanson Tribute- A Benefit: 6:00 pm – 12:00 am. The Armory Event Center at 904 Center Ave. in Moorhead. Enjoy fantastic music from six amazing local bands: The FM Kicks Band, The Cropdusters, Fat Daddy’s, Gina Powers Band, Guys and Dahls, and Helena Handbasket are getting together for one incredible night to celebrate and raise money in honor of our good friend, Christopher Hanson. We are partnering with the organization Lend A Hand Up which is generously boosting all online gifts by adding a 20% match. In lieu of cover charge, we will ask that you donate to The Chris Hanson Memorial Fund either through the Lend A Hand Up fundraising page or via cash or check at the event.
Allen Vizzutti, Trumpet at Concordia: 7:30 – 8:30 pm. Memorial Auditorium at Concordia College. $10-$20.
Sunday, April 16
ROURKEART4ALL: 1:00 – 5:00 pm. The Rourke Art Gallery + Museum at 521 Main Ave. in Moorhead. Free.
High School Honor Band Concert: 1:00 – 2:00 pm. Memorial Auditorium at Concordia College.
Vocal Jazz Concert: 7:30 pm. Buxton/Hansen Recital Hall at Concordia College.
Monday, April 17
Senior Meals: Beef stew and creamed carrots. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Moorhead Art & Culture Commission Meeting: 4:30 pm. Hjemkomst Center at 202 1st Ave. N. in Moorhead.
Concordia Symphonia Concert: 7:30 pm. Centrum, Knutson Campus Center at Concordia College. Free.
Tuesday, April 18
Senior Meals: Pork wing and cheesy potato bake. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Clay County Commission Meeting: 8:30 am. Clay County Courthouse at 807 11th Street N. in Moorhead. Meeting Rooms A & B.
Storytime: 10:30 – 11:30 am. Moorhead Public Library at 118 5th St. S. Each week, we explore different themes with stories, songs, rhymes, flannel boards, special guests and more. Free.
The Reading List Book Club: 7:00 – 8:00 pm. Moorhead Public Library at 118 5th St. S. Help your librarians tackle their reading lists by discussing popular, classic, and personal favorite books–and then check them off your own reading list too. The genres and themes will vary; we’ve got something for everyone. Our April pick is “The Lost Apothecary” by Sarah Penner.
Concordia Jazz Bands Concert: 7:00 pm. Buxton/Hansen Hall at Concordia College. Free.
Spring Concert – Kicks Band of Fargo Moorhead: 7:30 pm. Sanctuary Events Center at 670 4th Ave. N. in Fargo. Featuring Amy Johnson, David Ferreira, Sarah Morrau, and the high-powered Kicks.
Wednesday, April 19
Senior Meals: Ranch chicken breast and smashed sweet potato Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
MBA’s Let’s Talk Business: 12:00 – 1:00 pm. Moorhead American Legion at 303 30th St. N. Featuring ft. Sid Williams, founder of Smiley’s Rescue – Cat & Dog Sanctuary.
Memory Café: 1:00 – 2:30 pm. Bethel Church at 2702 30th Ave. S. in Fargo. Topic: Lifestyle Impacts on Wellness and Longevity, Maribell Hamm, WHNP-C, Wellness District and CrossFit Fargo.
Ask-a-Techspert: 3:00 – 4:00 pm. Moorhead Public Library at 118 5th St. S. Library staff guides participants through free program navigating like phones, kindles, tablets, and laptops while assisting with tech issues. Free.
Lego Club: 6:00 – 7:00 pm. Moorhead Public Library at 118 5th St. S. Join us for a weekly program to challenge kids’ creativity as they build amazing structures using LEGOs. This event is geared towards ages 5-10. Free.