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Thursday, March 13
Senior Meals: Chicken and noodles and steamed baby carrots. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)299-5519 for more info.
CILMOOG Housing Stabilization Services office hours: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 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 the moon. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Age-Friendly Moorhead Listening Session: 6 to 8 p.m. Share your ideas for making Moorhead friendly and accessible for all. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Friday, March 14
Senior Meals: Lemon-pepper fish and vegetable rice pilaf. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)299-5519 for more info.
Free Friday Movies at the Dr. James Carlson Library: 1 p.m. Join us for “It Ends With Us” (PG-13) and popcorn in the community room. Free popcorn is served. Adults must accompany children age 9 and younger. Located at 2801 32nd Ave. S., Fargo.
Discover the DNA of Strawberries: 3 to 4 p.m. Featuring the Fargo-Moorhead Science Museum. Uncover the mysteries of DNA. Participants can build a DNA model and extract the DNA of strawberries to see the genetic material that makes up all living things. Geared for youth in grades 3-6. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Vic’s Bar & Grill karaoke: 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Grab a drink and some friends for karaoke at Vic’s, 1608 Main Ave., Moorhead, free.
Saturday, March 15
Celtic Festival: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., doors open at 9:30 a.m. Enjoy the intriguing history, arts and traditions of Brittany, Cornwell, Isle of Man, Galicia, Ireland, Scotland and Wales at the annual Celtic Festival. Live music, demonstrations, storytelling, food and more. $5 admission, kids 10 and under are free. Located at Moorhead’s Hjemkomst Center.
Spanish Storytime with Sra. Mónica Olivares: 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. 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: 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, March 17
Senior Meals: Tarragon chicken and parsley-buttered potatoes. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)299-5519 for more info.
Gardening Basic with Clay County Extension: 5:30 to 7 p.m. Join us as Clay County Extension Educator Jill Patrie shares the basics on starting seeds, prepping and tending a garden, and all the tips and tricks you need to have a bountiful harvest. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Game Night for Adults: 6 to 8 p.m. Join us to play games and chat during the chilly months. Bring your favorite card or board game or try one of ours. Refreshments will be provided. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Tuesday, March 18
Senior Meals: Lutheran hotdish and steamed peas. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)299-5519 for more info.
Clay County Board of Commissioners meeting: 8:30 a.m., Courthouse, 807 11th St. N., Moorhead.
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.
Skills for Job Seekers – Building a Resume and Cover Letter: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Join us for a series of informative presentations with Samantha Ramirez, Job Counselor at Rural Minnesota CEP (Concentrated Employment Program, Inc.). 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 we’ll talk about spring. This program is geared for youth ages 3-6. 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.
Zippity Zingers Group Singing: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Hjemkomst, free. Call 299-5519 for more info.
Wednesday, March 19
Senior Meals: Potato-chip breaded fish on bun and baked sweet potatoes. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)299-5519 for more info.
Storytime: An early literacy experience: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Help your child develop exceptional reading skills. This week we’ll be talking about spring. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Dementia Workshop Part 2: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. First Lutheran Church is set to host an educational series presented by Hospice of the Red River Valley. Location: First Lutheran Church, 619 Broadway, Fargo. A light lunch will be provided at each session. For more detailed information, please visit: https://www.hrrv.org/first-lutheran-church-education-series/ For any questions, please email questions@hrrv.org.
History Harvests in Clay County (Garrick Theatre in Hawley): 1 to 4 p.m. The Historical and Cultural Society of Clay County is pleased to announce a series of History Harvests planned for the communities of Barnesville, Hawley, Ulen, and Moorhead. For more information, email Maureen.Jonason@HCSmuseum.org or call Maureen at (218)299-5511, Ext 6732. Location: 509 Front St., Hawley, Minn., 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 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. Dedicated to practicing Portuguese language proficiency. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Northern Lights Dance Club: 6:30 to 7 p.m. Advanced Tango lessons; 7 to 9 p.m. Tango lessons, followed by general dancing to a variety of music. Singles and couples all welcome. No previous dance experience required. Admission includes group dance lessons. Cost: USA dance members: $5; Nonmembers: $10; College students: $5. Location: El Zagal, 1429 Third St. N., Fargo. 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, March 20
Senior Meals: Sweet and sour pork and brown rice. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)299-5519 for more info.
“Farm Business Transition: Where Do I Begin?”: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This workshop through the University of Minnesota Agricultural Business Management Team will cover topics related to farms transitioning to new hands and estate planning. Lunch is provided. Location: RDO in Hawley, Minn. To register please visit https://extension.umn.edu/event/farm-transition-and-estate-planning-hawley Or call Heather Dufault (218)280-1129 or Jillian Patrie (218)299-7338.
CILMOOG Housing Stabilization Services office hours: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 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 spring. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Lyrical Listening with John Trelstad: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Join us as John Trelstad of Tucker’d Out performs a variety of tunes by various songwriters, and discusses some of the stories that play out in the lyrics. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Friday, March 21
Senior Meals: Country meatballs and mashed potatoes/gravy. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)299-5519 for more info.
Like Totally ‘80s Moorhead Ice Show: Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m., Sunday at 1 p.m. Moorhead Parks and Recreation’s Learn to Skate and Advanced Skaters, with a special performance by three-time National Championship Participants, Linzy Fitzpatrick and Keyton Bearinger. Moorhead Sports Center, 2400 Fourth Ave. S., Moorhead. Tickets: $9 for age 12+, $6 for age 3-11, children 2 and under free. Tickets may be purchased in advance at the Moorhead Parks & Rec office or at the door 90 minutes before the show.
Pruning Apple Trees Workshop: 1 to 3 p.m. Join University of Minnesota Extension and learn about the fundamentals of pruning dormant apple trees in this hands-on workshop. Location: MB Johnson Park (3601 11th St. N., Moorhead). Cost is $10. Register here https://extension.umn.edu/event/apple-pruning-workshop-moorhead
Vic’s Bar & Grill karaoke: 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Grab a drink and some friends for karaoke at Vic’s, 1608 Main Ave., Moorhead, free.
Moorhead Ice Show: 7:00 pm Moorhead Sports Center 2400 4 Ave S Moorhead
Saturday, March 22
St. Patrick’s Day Parade: Parade begins at 11 a.m. 8th Street and Center Avenue to Fargo. Those looking to do a packet pickup for the 5k and 10k at Swing Barrel should enter the side alley street on First Avenue and Eighth Street just north of the Napa Auto Parts store and exit east on Center Avenue.
United Hearts for Haiti Chili Cook-Off: 2-5 p.m. Fundraiser to support our school in Haiti. Located at Bridgepoint Community Church, 121 17th St. N. More information: (701)540-1383. $15 suggested donation. Contact email: PRPAUL2005@gmail.com.
Engaging LGBTQIA+ History Exhibit: 2 to 3:30 p.m. Telling Queer History, an 11-year LGBTQIA+ organization centering oral storytelling and community building, is concluding its final year of operations by touring an exhibit with both retrospective and new works to five locations in Minnesota. The exhibit is titled “We Live On: Stories of Radical Connection.” Moorhead exhibit runs from March 22 to April 3, at the Red Raven in Moorhead, free.
Conversation Corner: 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.