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View this week’s MCAM TV schedule at www.Moorheadaccess.org

Thursday, Sept 19:
Opening Reception — Keri Pickett: “Track Record,” 4:00 pm @ Rolland Dille Center for the Arts at MSUM. Free.

Volunteer to Teach English to New Americans, 6:00 pm @ Dr. James Carlson Fargo Public Library at 2801 32nd Ave. S. in Fargo. This event will provide information to the public about volunteer opportunities and techniques for teaching English to New Americans in the Fargo-Moorhead area.

Pop Lit Book Club, 7:00 pm @ Moorhead Public Library at 118 5th St. S. Join the Pop Lit Book Club as we read “Virgil Wander” by Leif Enger ahead of the author’s visit to the Moorhead Library on October 16. This all-American tale is sure to draw in fans new and old, particularly those who enjoyed Enger’s previous bestseller “Peace Like a River.” Free.

MHS Varsity Girls Volleyball Game, 7:00 pm vs. Detroit Lakes at Moorhead High School.

Forget Who, Learn How: A Discussion on the Current Immigration Crisis, 7:30 pm @ Knutson Campus Center at Concordia College. Presentation and discussion on the current immigration crisis in the southern border of the United States, and how as neighbors, we need to do better in being welcoming, empathetic, and understanding. This event is being hosted by the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission of Concordia College

Cheryl Nelson Lossett Performing Arts Series Special Event: “Live Bird, 7:30 pm @ Gaede Stage at MSUM. Live Bird is a one-man play celebrating the life of jazz legend and alto saxophonist Charlie “Bird” Parker. Set in a small jazz club in Harlem NYC, the play was written by playwright, director, actor, and saxophonist Jeff Robinson. $12-$28.

Friday, Sept 20:
Lunch with MHS Class of 1952, 11:30 am @ Speak Easy Restaurant in Moorhead.

Faculty Recital, 7:30 pm @ Christiansen Recital Hall at Concordia College. Sonja Bosca-Harasim on violin and viola and Jay Hershberger on piano.

Saturday, Sept 21:
West Fest Community Celebration, all day Saturday and Sunday. For a complete listing of events, visit www.westfargond.gov/westfest.

Movie Matinee, 2:00 pm @ Moorhead Public Library at 118 5th St. S. Join us on the 3rd Saturday of the month for a family film and free popcorn. The library will be screening “The Public,” ©Universal Pictures, rated PG-13. Free.

Fry Bread Taco Fiesta, 4:00 pm @ Moorhead Masonic Family Center at 1815 11th St. N. Come and enjoy all you can eat fry bread tacos, Spanish rice, beans and dessert. $1 of each ticket will be used for student scholarships. $5-$10.

Monday, Sept 23:
Ask a Techspert, 2:00 pm @ Moorhead Public Library at 118 5th St. S. Do you have a phone, tablet, laptop, iPad, Kindle or other device that you’re struggling to use? We can help. Come to an open session to learn more about your device, plus learn how to download eBooks and eAudiobooks free of charge from OverDrive. Free.

Moorhead City Council Meeting, 5:30 pm @ City Hall in the Moorhead Center Mall.

Moorhead School Board Meeting, 6:00 pm @ Probstfield Center for Education.

Origami Club, 6:30 pm @ Moorhead Public Library at 118 5th St. S. All ages and abilities are welcome to come practice the skill of paper folding with fellow Origami enthusiasts. Basic materials are provided. Free.

Moorhead High Homecoming Coronation, 7:00 pm @ Moorhead High School Auditorium.

The Arc Minnesota Dances, 7:15 pm @ Ellen Hopkins Elementary School at 2020 11th St. S. in Moorhead. Everyone is welcome to dance and socialize. DJ provides the music. No charge. Sponsored by The Arc Minnesota, West Central Region.

Tuesday, Sept 24:
Moorhead Public Housing Board Meeting, 11:30 am @ River View Heights at 800 2nd Ave. N. in Moorhead.

10th Annual Roers/Keller Williams Chili Feed for United Way, 11:30 am @ Roers Shop at 4402 2nd Ave. S. in Fargo. Join us for the 10th anniversary bash, where there will be 50 chilies to try, an abundance of desserts to fix your sweet tooth, and a warm fuzzy feeling in the air because we are raising money for those in need. All proceeds benefit the United Way. Come have lunch for a free will donation.

Chess Club, 6:30 pm @ Moorhead Public Library at 118 5th St. S. Join chess players of every level for a chess skill share. Chess boards and books will be provided. Free.

Community Speaker: Active Shooter Prep, 6:30 pm @ Grace United Methodist Church at 1120 17th St. S. in Moorhead. This community program is presented by Moorhead Police Dept.
The public is invited to hear Lt. Chris Carey share the history of the active shooter and lessons we learned from past events. The program is for high school students and adults. Free.

MHS Varsity Girls Volleyball Game, 7:30 pm vs. D-G-F at Moorhead High School.

Wednesday, Sept 25:
Senior Safety Academy: 9-1-1 What is Your Emergency: What Seniors Need to Know About Strokes and Heart Attacks, 9:00 am @ Senior Connections – Hjemkomst Center at 202 1st Ave. N. Hear from experts from Sanford on strokes and heart attacks and a Walgreens pharmacist who will answer some common medication questions. Watch a demonstration on hands-only CPR, visit vendor booths, enjoy a complimentary lunch, courtesy of Sanford Health, and bring your insurance card to get your flu shot. Free.

MBA’s Let’s Talk Business, 12:00 pm @ Speak Easy Restaurant in Moorhead. Speaker ~ Nikki Berglund, Owner Sol Ave. Kitchen.

The History of Florence Klingensmith, 6:30 pm @ Moorhead Public Library at 118 5th St. S. Mark Peihl, Archivist from the Historical and Cultural Society of Clay County will give a presentation on Florence Klingensmith, a Clay County girl who found success and fame in aviation at a time when pilots were the superstars of the day and women faced discrimination we can hardly imagine. This event is offered as part of the Fargo-Moorhead area’s 2019 One Book, One Community series.

Coffee with the Mayor and 1st Ward Council Members, 7:00 pm @ Robert Asp Elementary School at 910 11th St. N.