Adult Coloring Show! – Get Your Coloring Sheets Now!
Location: West Fargo Public Library
Date: Jan 7
Time: 10:00am
Cost: Free
Pick up a free coloring sheet beginning Monday, December 28, color, and return to the library by 9 pm Wednesday, January 13. Receive a free hot cocoa packet and register for a prize when you return your finished project. The meeting room will also be stocked with coloring supplies if you wish to do your coloring at the library or plan to join others on Coloring Night, Thursday, January 7, 6-8 pm, in the meeting room. Open to adults and high school students. One entry per person please. Finished projects will be on display from January 18 through the end of February.
Paint Samson’s Portrait:Art workshop with Ellen Jean Diederich:
Location: Fargo Public Library Carlson Branch
Date: Jan 7 and 9
Time: Thurs at 4:00pm, Sat at 10:00am
Cost: Free
Learn drawing and watercolor techniques as you create a portrait of Samson, star of local artist and author Ellen Jean Diederich’s newest picture book “Samson’s Gift.” Children ages 7 to 12 years old are welcome to join us for an afternoon of creative fun as she shares her inspirational techniques for creating your very own watercolor masterpiece. All program materials will be provided. Space is limited. Advance registration is required. Register online or call (701) 241-1495.
Fargo Talk Radio:
Location: The Stage at Island Park in Fargo
Date: Jan 7 – 10
Time: Thurs and Fri at 7:30pm, Sat at 2:00pm and 7:30pm, Sun at 2:00pm
Cost: $10 – $100
Presented by Bare Stage Theatre, based on humorous news stories from North Dakota. The all-female cast plays multiple roles including Cathy and Kathy in the morning presenting all the local news, the church basement ladies as they prepare for the annual hotdish and lutefisk social, the local sheriff’s report and live call-ins from listeners. Tickets range from $10 for students to $100 for VIP at www.thestageatislandpark.org.
Parents Night Out! A Nocturnal Adventure:
Location: Red River Zoo in Fargo
Date: Jan 8
Time: 6:00pm
Cost: $10 – $30
Parents can have a great night out while the kids enjoy a wild time at the Zoo with a night full of fun, games and activities! Children will go on a Nocturnal Adventure, learning about the animals that are out and about at night through games, activities and a trip through the Zoo. Adventures take energy, so a snack will be provided. RRZ Members: $20 first child $10 each additional child; Non-Members $30 first child $15 each additional child. This is consistently a SOLD-OUT event, so pre-registration is required. For more information and to register, go to redriverzoo.org or call the Zoo at 701-277-9240.
Fargo Force Hockey:
Location: Scheels Arena in Fargo
Date: Jan 8
Time: 7:05pm
Cost: $9.95 – $24.95
Force vs. Chicago Steel. Game sponsored by Little Caesars.
Fargo Marathon Indoor Kickoff Run:
Location: Fargodome
Date: Jan 9
Time: 7:30am
Cost: $25 – $30
Get your first 5K or 10K of the year in the warmth of the Fargodome, learn about Fargo Marathon charities, get expert advice on training, clothing, door prizes and more; registration costs are $25 for the 5K, $30 for the 10K, register at www.fargomarathon.com/KICKOFF.html.
Red River ValleyWoodcarvers Class:
Location: In the Chips in Moorhead
Date: Jan 9
Time: 9:00am – 4:00pm
Cost: $45
Barry Kutzer will teach painting techniques using acrylic paint as they apply to woodcarvings, including pre-paint preparations, washes, stains, shading, highlighting, sealing and more. Register at www.rrvwoodcarvers.wordpress.com.
Adult Cooking: Freezer Meals:
Location: Family Wellness in Fargo
Date: Jan 9
Time: 10:00am
Cost: To be determined
You bring the meat, we’ll provide the rest! We will assemble healthy meals like chicken fajitas, chicken chili, balsamic beef roast, and chicken cacciatore! Stock your freezer for busy nights ahead! Cost will be determined by number of participants and cost of supplies. Participants will be notified before class about what they need to bring to class.
Fargo Force Hockey:
Location: Scheels Arena in Fargo
Date: Jan 9
Time: 7:05pm
Cost: $9.95 – $24.95
Force vs. Chicago Steel. Season Ticket Holder Appreciation Night.
Scholastic Chess Tournament:
Location: Moorhead Center Mall
Date: Jan 9
Time: 10:00am
Cost: $5
Chess tournament for children in grades K-12. Divisions as follows: K-3, 4-5, 6-8, 9-12. Registration from 10 – 10:30 a.m. Contact Roger Buerkle at rogerb@berggrain.com or (701)371-5077 for more information.
Xcelerate! Awesome Art Afternoons:
Location: Robert D. Johnson Rec Center in Fargo
Date: Jan 9
Time: 1:00pm
Cost: Free
Love art but hate the mess? Bring your child to this interactive art program to have fun while building a variety of take home projects. All creative materials will be provided. This program is free thanks to a grant from Xcel Energy. Adult supervision required. No registration required.
I’ll Never Let You Go Storytime:
Location: Barnes and Noble in Fargo
Date: Jan 9
Time: 11:00am
Cost: Free
When you love someone, you stand by him or her no matter what happens. In this month’s Picture Book of the Month, I’ll Never Let you Go; we celebrate the beauty of unconditional love. Storytime and activities to follow.
Pancake Breakfast:
Location: Masonic Family Center at 1815 11th St. N. in Moorhead
Date: January 9 (Every Saturday)
Time: 7:00 – 11:00am
Cost: $7
Dine in or carry out. Swedish and buttermilk pancakes, sausage, eggs, orange juice and coffee, a la carte available. Mini-bazaar and home-baked items weekly. Proceeds benefit local charities.
Norway to America: The Viking Route:
Location: Hjemkomst Center in Moorhead
Date: Jan 10
Time: 2:00pm
Cost: $0 – $10
Talk and slide show by Paul Hesse and Mark Hilde two of the original crewmembers of the Hjemkomst voyage to Norway.
Tjugonde Knut:
Location: Messiah Lutheran Church in Moorhead
Date: Jan 10
Time: 4:00pm
Cost: Free
The Fargo-Moorhead Swedish Society’s celebrates the end of Christmas by tossing out the Christmas tree, along with the pea soup, followed by dancing. Those attending are asked to bring treats to share.
2016 World Religion Day Observance/Chili Feed & Emergency Food Pantry Benefit:
Location: Fargo Public Library – Carlson Branch
Date: Jan 10
Time: 4:00pm
Cost: Free
2016 World Religion Day Observance/Chili Feed & Emergency Food Pantry Benefit
The purpose of World Religion Day is to promote understanding and dialogue between the followers of all religions, to call attention to the common foundation of their spiritual principles, and to emphasize that “Religion must be the cause of unity.” Warm your belly & your heart! Bring a personal care product or nonperishable food item for the Emergency Food Pantry. Program includes a peace lantern lighting vigil!
Open Computer Practice:
Location: Moorhead Public Library
Date: Jan 11
Time: 2:00pm
Cost: Free
Come to an open computer lab to practice your technology skills. Staff will be available to assist and answer questions. Feel free to bring your own electronic devices.
Kids: Sweet Potato Nachos:
Location: Family Wellness in Fargo
Date: Jan 11
Time: 6:00pm
Cost: $10 – $18
We will make a healthier version of a family favorite by baking sweet potato chips, using low-fat cheese, beans instead of meat and topping it with fresh avocado and tomatoes! Ages 5+, 5-7 needs to be accompanied by an adult- Up to 2 kids per adult.
Origami Club:
Location: Moorhead Public Library
Date: Jan 11
Time: 6:30pm
Cost: Free
All ages and abilities are welcome to come practice the skill of paper folding with fellow Origami enthusiasts every Monday. Basic materials provided.
Cookies Storytime:
Location: Barnes and Noble in Fargo
Date: Jan 13
Time: 10:00am
Cost: Free
Join us for stories and activities about COOKIES!