“Dearly Departed” Performance:
Location: Fire Hall Theater in Grand Forks
Date: February 20 – March 1
Time: 7:30pm Thursday – Saturday, 2:00pm Sunday
Cost: Tickets are $15 and $12 for seniors, students and military with ID
You’ll die laughing at this hilarious comedy set somewhere between the Mason-Dixie line. And each performance will feature a different local celebrity actor: Look for Mayors Mike Brown (GF) and Stauss (EGF), as well as President Kelly from UND, among others!
Benefit for Grant Cambell:
Location: Holy Family Catholic Church at 1018 18thAve. S. in Grand Forks
Date: February 20
Time: 5:00 – 8:00pm
Cost: Freewill offering
A benefit will be held to benefit 18-year old Grant Campbell, a fall-semester UND student and 2013 Red River High School graduate. Campbell, the son of Dan and Pat Campbell, is rehabilitating in La Crosse, WI after suffering a stroke in early January while downhill skiing during a trip to visit family. The benefit features a taco-in-a-bag meal and a silent auction.
Gruesome Playground Injuries” Performance:
Location: Theatre B at 716 Main Ave in Fargo
Date: February 20 – 22
Time: 7:30pm
Cost: $5 – $20
Eight year-olds Doug and Kayleen meet in a school nurse’s office, beginning a lifelong intimacy which is revealed through the physical and emotional injuries they sustain over 30 years, a different kind of love story through sharp humor and even sharper insights into the human condition.
“Forbidden Broadway” Performance:
Location: The Stage at Island Park
Date: February 20 – 23
Time: Thursday – Saturday 7:30pm, Sunday 2:00pm
Cost: $10 – $20
The show is a cabaret revue sharply spoofing show tunes, characters and plots of contemporary and current Broadway musicals. “Forbidden Broadway” has mocked popular shows like the “Phantom of the Opera,” “Wicked,” and “Les Miserables” to name a few. It also targets famous Broadway actors, writers, composers, directors, and choreographers and producers.
Sweet Papa Dave Band:
Location: Empire Arts Center at 415 Demers Ave. in Grand Forks
Date: February 20
Time: 7:30pm
The Sweet Papa Dave Band is an exciting energy filled Variety Band! They have the ability to weave their warm personalities, outlook on life and gritty soulful Blues into a captivating performance that satisfies their crowds!
Mick Foley: Tales From Wrestling Past:
Location: Prime Comedy Club at The Hub in Fargo
Date: February 20
Time: 7:00pm
Cost: Free
WWE champion and New York Times No. 1 best-selling author, Foley showcases his unique style of surreal story-telling and his trademark blend of wildness and warmth that promises to take wrestling and comedy fans on a memorable and entertaining ride.
Steve Hall & Shotgun Red Band:
Location: Shooting Star Casino in Mahnomen, MN
Date: February 21
Time: 8:00pm
Cost: $10 – $25
10 years on TNN’s “Nashville Now,” 8 years on “Hee Haw,” 14 years on the “General Jackson Showboat” Nashville. It’s not a puppet show; it’s a great show with a puppet!
Grand Forks Men’s Show:
Location: Alerus Center in Grand Forks
Date: February 21 – 23
Time: Friday 4:00 – 8:00pm, Saturday 9:00am – 6:00pm, Sunday 10:00am – 4:00pm
Cost: $8
Anything and everything for men!
2014 Red River Valley Home & Garden Show:
Location: Fargodome
Date: February 21 – 23
Time: Friday 3:00 – 9:00pm, Saturday 9:00am – 6:00pm, Sunday 11:00am – 5:00pm
Cost: $8, children under age 13 free
The Red River Valley Home & Garden Show, now in its 53rd year, showcases the diverse products and services available in today’s building industry with quality exhibits. Exhibits include contractors, flooring, siding, spas, windows, water purification, decks, heating/air conditioning, interior decorating and design, kitchen and bath design, cabinetry, garage doors, financial lending and more. Feature presenter will be David Sheinkopf from HDTV’sDesign on a Dime.
Unglued Craft Fest:
Location: Plains Art Museum in Fargo
Date: February 21 – 22
Time: Friday 5:00 – 9:00pm, Saturday 10:00 – 7:00pm
Cost: Friday $15 in advance and $20 at the door, Saturday Free
The Unglued Craft Fest, which fills up three floors with wonderfully unique finds, is a must-do for any fan of indie crafts, handmade goods, and the DIY movement. Friday night is the Craft Gala, a ticketed event with early shopping, appetizers, and drinks. The activities on Saturday are free and include workshops for kids and adults, and live music.
Mike Birbiglia:
Location: Fargo Theatre
Date: February 21
Time: 7:30pm
Cost: $32
Award-winning comedian, author, and filmmaker Mike Birbiglia returns to the stage with more painfully awkward stories in a show about jokes, and how they can get you in trouble. Join Birbiglia as he visits Cats-a-chusetts, argues with a stranger about her nut allergy, hosts an awards show for angry celebrities, and learns that Fozzie Bear is a tough act to follow.
Sugar Valley Toy Show:
Red River Valley Fairgrounds in West Fargo
Date: February 22 – 23
Time: Saturday 9:00am – 5:00pm, Sunday 9:00am – 3:00pm
Cost: $3.50
Since 1992, Exhibitors display antique and collectible toys, tractors, trains, dolls, pressed steel, diecast, tin toys, games, models, and more.
Scheels Baseball Bat Demo Day:
Location: The Ball Yard at 1240 41st St. N. in Fargo
Date: February 22
Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm
Cost: Free
Join SCHEELS to test out the newest baseball and softball gear from all the top vendors including Easton, DeMarini, Louisville Slugger, MaxBat and Rawlings. Register to win SCHEELS Gift Cards and Autographed Twins memorabilia to be given away to those who attend.
Jay Owenhouse Magical Performance:
Location: Chester Fritz Auditorium in Grand Forks
Date: February 22
Time: 3:00pm
Cost: $31 – $59
The phenomenal touring Owenhouse show breaks new ground across the nation with a brand new, elaborate stage show called “Dare to Believe,” a mind boggling, spell-binding experience that will keep you on the edge of your seat! Jay’s new show is a theatrical event where audiences not only witness the magic they experience it! You’ll see Audience Members: Get Sawed in Half! Disappear! And Predict the Future! The Show also features Jay’s New Bengal Tigers Shekinah-A Royal White Tiger and her sister Sheena a Beautiful orange Bengal!
Benefit for Mike Lannen:
Location: Eagle’s Club at 227 10th St NW in Grand Forks
Date: February 22
Time: 5:00 – 10:00pm
Cost: Good will offering
The money raised at this benefit will be used to help Mike Lannen and his family with medical costs incurred as a result of an Aortic Dissection Mike suffered on November 24. Events include:
Free Will Spaghetti Meal, Bake Sale, Silent Auction, Face Painting: 7pm-9pm Donated by: Piles of Smiles Entertainment, Music: Provided by Josh Jones Productions.
Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus:
Location: Fargo Theatre
Date: February 22
Time: 8:00pm
Cost: $42
Men Are From Mars – Women Are From Venus LIVE!, the one-man fusion of theatre and stand-up starring Peter Story, is a light-hearted theatrical comedy based on the New York Times #1 best-selling book of the last decade by John Gray, will play The Fargo Theatre on Saturday, February 22. Moving swiftly through a series of vignettes, the show covers everything from dating and marriage to the bedroom.
Family Day at the Dike:
Location: Dike West
Date: February 23
Time: 1:00 – 4:00pm
Cost: Free
Sledding, hot dogs and beverages while supplies last.
Moulin Rouge – Royal Winnipeg Ballet:
Location: Chester Fritz Auditorium in Grand Forks
Date: February 26
Time: 7:30pm
Cost: $23.50 – $39
Moulin Rouge – The Ballet has been seen by close to 60,000 people across North America and has elicited cheers and ovations wherever it tours. Along with a rousing French soundtrack, the ballet features high-kicking choreography and a passionate story of love, ambition and heartbreak.
Fargo Force Hockey:
February 21, 7:05pm vs. Waterloo
February 26, 7:05pm vs. Sioux City
High School Sports:
Boys’ Varsity Basketball:
February 20, 7:30pm – Fargo North vs. Grand Forks Central
February 20, 7:30pm – West Fargo vs. Red River
February 21, 7:30pm – West Fargo vs. Fargo South
February 25, 7:30pm – Fargo Davies vs. Fargo North
February 25, 7:00pm – Moorhead in Section Tournament at highest seed
Girls’ Varsity Basketball:
February 21, 5:45pm – West Fargo vs. Fargo South
February 25, 5:45pm – Fargo Davies vs. Fargo North
Girls’ Varsity Hockey:
February 20 – 22 – North Dakota State Hockey Tournament at Engelstad Arena
Boys’ Varsity Hockey:
February 20 – 22 – North Dakota State Hockey Tournament at Engelstad Arena
February 22, 7:00pm – Minnesota Section Tournament in Moorhead