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Thursday, December 11
Senior Meals: Smothered pork chops and baked potatoes. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)299-5519 for more info.
Holiday Sing-along – Senior Social Special Event: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Join us to sing along with classic holiday tunes, accompanied by piano students from MSUM. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Baby Bounce: 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Social and early literacy activities for children ages 0-3. Join us for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers. This week’s theme is winter. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Artist Group for Seniors: 1 to 3 p.m. Location: Hjemkomst Center, free.
Friday, December 12
Senior Meals: Meat sauce/pasta and steamed broccoli. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)299-5519 for more info.
Saturday, December 13
Cookie and Candy Walk: 10 a.m. Catholic Daughters of the Americas will be selling a variety of homemade Christmas cookies and candies during our annual Cookie and Candy Walk. Premade trays will also be available. Various sizes available for purchase. Location: St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 1005 Second Ave. S., Moorhead. https://www.facebook.com/events/1155685736674105
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.
Sunday, December 14
Red River Singles: 3 to 7 p.m. Jingle Mingle Christmas party. All are welcome. Potluck, and optional bring a gift wrapped $5 gift and as many unwrapped gently used gifts for games. Location: Ascension Lutheran Church, 2820 12th Ave. S., Moorhead. Website: www.red-river-singles.org.
Monday, December 15
Senior Meals: Baked chicken thighs and mashed potatoes/gravy. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)299-5519 for more info.
Chair Yoga at the Hjemkomst: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Join us for this chair yoga class featuring classical yoga postures and breath awareness. Verbal cues offered during class will help develop better alignment and cultivate mind-body-spirit connection.
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, December 16
Senior Meals: Baked ham/raisin sauce 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. The singing group is looking for substitute piano players for an as-needed basis. If interested, please call Hope at (218)299.5514. Location: Hjemkomst Center.
Red Cross Blood Drive: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Moorhead Public Library is partnering with the Red Cross for another blood drive! Sign up to help save lives this holiday season.
Easy-to-Follow Tai Chi at the Hjemkomst: 1 to 2 p.m. This gentle, slow, flowing form of exercise can be done seated as well as standing by people of all ages and abilities. No right or left, no right or wrong.
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: 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 winter. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Wednesday, December 17
Senior Meals: Herb-baked fish and brown rice. 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 winter. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Memory Café: 1 to 2:30 p.m. Christmas Concert with Sarah Morrau and Rebekka DeVries. Location: Hope Lutheran Church – South Campus, 3636 25th St. S., Fargo.
Origami Club: 6 to 7 p.m. Join us at the Moorhead Public Library for an origami club. All are welcome to come and practice this paper folding skill. Free.
The Language Exchange – Portuguese Edition: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Join us for themed conversations on a variety of topics to practice your multilingual skills. The third Wednesday of the month will be dedicated to practicing Portuguese language proficiency. Moorhead Public Library, free.
USA Dance Inc – Northern Lights Dance Club: 7 to 9 p.m. Singles and couples welcome. Potluck, appetizers and treats. 7 p.m. Zydeco lesson, followed by general dancing to other music. No previous dance experience required. Cost: USA Dance members and students: $5, non-members $10. Location: Sons of Norway, 722 Second Ave. N., Fargo. Website: https://www.northernlightsdanceclub.com
Thursday, December 18
Senior Meals: Tarragon chicken and parsley-buttered potatoes. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)299-5519 for more info.
Morning Stretch at the Hjemkomst: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Stretching and breathing exercises have shown to reduce anxiety and stress. This class will guide you through simple stretches and breathing meditations to help start your day.
Baby Bounce: 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Social and early literacy activities for children ages 0-3. Join us for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers. This week’s theme is winter. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Artist Group for Seniors: 1 to 3 p.m. Location: Hjemkomst Center, free.
Friday, December 19
Senior Meals: Chili/crackers and baked potatoes. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)299-5519 for more info.
Saturday, December 20
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.