Feb. 23-March 1, 2023
To list an event for May 22-June 1 email: Theextracalendar@gmail.com
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.
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.
Monday, May 19
Senior Meals: Salisbury steak and mashed potatoes/gravy. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)299-5519 for more info.
Authors In Conversation featuring Kristi Belcamino and Sarah Stonich, and Jeanne Cooney, May 19-21: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Minnesota authors Kristi Belcamino and Sarah Stonich will share their experiences writing and publishing a number of titles. Audience participation is encouraged. Cooney is the author of the popular Hot Dish Heaven Mystery series, which are set in the Red River Valley and include a humorous take on life in the Midwest, complete with references to hot dish, Jell-O and bars and including the recipes to make them at home. Lake Agassiz Regional Library in Moorhead will offer a series of enriching and entertaining programs as part of its Spring Legacy Series.
Game Night for Adults: 6 to 8 p.m. Join us to play games and chat. Bring your favorite card or board game, or try one of ours. Refreshments will be provided. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Tuesday, May 20
Senior Meals: Citrus-glazed fish and au gratin potatoes. 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.
Authors in Conversation – Featuring Kristi Belcamino and Sarah Stonich: 6 to 7 p.m. Join your library for an author visit by two Minnesota authors. They will share their experience​s writing and publishing a number of titles.​ 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 bath time. 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.
Global Market: 5 to 7 p.m. Handcrafted items, treats, musical performances, free children’s activities. Moorhead’s Hjemkomst Center, free.
Wednesday, May 21
Senior Meals: Hamburger on bun, baked beans and potato salad. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)299-5519 for more info.
Minnesota Recovery Connection office hours: 10 a.m. to noon. 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 bath time. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Memory Café: 1 to 2:30 p.m. Education: The Loneliness Epidemic with Wendy Tabor-Buth. Location: Hope Lutheran Church South, 3636 25th St. S., Fargo.
Composting 101: 5:30 to 7 p.m. Learn how to build a compost pile from start to finish, with University of Minnesota Extension Clay County horticulture educator Jillian Patrie. Moorhead Public Library, 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 Portuguese Edition: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Join us for themed conversations on a variety of topics to practice your multilingual skills. Will be dedicated to practicing Portuguese language proficiency. Moorhead Public Library, free.
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 22
Senior Meals: Chicken wild rice hotdish and steamed corn. 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 bath time. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Friday, May 23
Senior Meals: Chicken marsala and baked sweet potatoes. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)299-5519 for more info.
Saturday, May 24
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.
Michael Pink at Murphy’s Pub: 8 to 11 p.m. Stop in for an evening of great music with local musician Michael Pink, who covers country, rock and everything in between. Ph. (218)512-0310.