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Thursday, April 10
Senior Meals: Chicken a la king and breadsticks. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)299-5519 for more info.
CILMOOG Housing Stabilization Services office hours: 10 a.m. to noon. 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 gardens. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Spotlight Storytime with Moorhead Mayor Shelly Carlson: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Join us for our Spotlight Storytime series with local businesses and community members. April will highlight Mayor Shelly Carlson as our guest reader. Moorhead Public Library, free.
56th Annual Hawley Art Show & Sale (April 10-13): At the Hawley Community Center, Hawley, Minn.
The Moorhead Chapter of the National Stuttering Association (NSA) meeting: 6 p.m. at Murray Hall on the MSUM campus. This is a live event with a Zoom option. Text Bruce Hanson at (701)261-9734 to receive the Zoom link.
Friday, April 11
Senior Meals: Egg bake and sausage and cubed potatoes. 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 “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” (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.
Saturday, April 12
Red River Market Moorhead Day at Concordia: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Join us at Concordia College’s Olson Forum for a Spring Farmers Market & Moorhead Day. Enjoy a cozy morning with coffee, community, and local shopping! Browse from 35+ local vendors offering hot food, fresh bakery items, pantry staples, household goods, art and more. Join us for a Concordia Alumni Social.
Bookmarked! Celebration of the Arts: Noon to 10 p.m. Join the Friends of the Moorhead Public Library for a National Library Week celebration including a flash tattoo fundraiser and beer launch party at Swing Barrel Brewing at 814 Center Ave., Moorhead.
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.
Cully Durand Benefit: 4 to 10 p.m. Barbecue dinner, silent auction, raffle, wine pull and bake sale to raise funds to help Cully and Ollie Durand, Moorhead boys with rare incurable conditions, with medical expenses, mobility devices and travel to medical centers. Location: TAK Music Venue, 1710 Center Ave. W., Dilworth.
Sing Joyfully! The Byrds and the Bs: 4 to 5:30 p.m. SECOND PERFORMANCE 2 p.m. April 13. Location: Trinity Lutheran Church, 210 Seventh St. S., Moorhead.
Sunday, April 13
Red River Singles: 3 to 7 p.m. Singles 20 years and older are welcome. Come and go as you please at Ascension church, 2820 12th Ave S, Moorhead. Attendees may bring food (potluck) or any game(s), crafts, or appropriate interests, but not required. A main food item is available until gone. A big screen is available. It’s a place to have fun, eat good food, relax, and meet people. No membership fees required. Free-will donations are accepted for website and use of the facility. Ph. (701)367-8186, Email: red_river_singles@yahoo.com. Web: www.red-river-singles.org.
Chris Mortenson: The Air, thin and eager like this. Exhibit Opening: 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Gallery talk at 2 p.m. Located at The Rourke Art Gallery + Museum, 521 Main Ave., Moorhead in April. For more details, please visit: therourke.org/calendar
Monday, April 14
Senior Meals: Ranch chicken thighs and baked potatoes. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)299-5519 for more info.
Lutheran Social Services for Seniors office hours: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Office hours from LSS are here to connect you to resources in our community that help you where you need it most. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Best Sellers Book Club: 6 to 7 p.m. Join us to discuss “The Housemaid” by Freida McFadden. Moorhead Public Library, free.
I Cheerfully Refuse Author Visit with Author Leif Enger, April 14-16: 7 to 8 p.m. Minnesota author Leif Enger will share about his latest book, I Cheerfully Refuse, as well as his experiences as an author. Lake Agassiz Regional Library in Moorhead will offer a series of enriching and entertaining programs as part of its Spring Legacy Series, free.
Marker League: 7 to 9 p.m. Join us for Marker League, hosted by the Red River Creatives Collective. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Tuesday, April 15
Senior Meals: Cabbage rolls and parsley-buttered potatoes. 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.
Zippity Zingers Group Singing: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Hjemkomst, free. Call 299-5519 for more info.
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 – 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’s theme is birds. 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.
Wednesday, April 16
Senior Meals: Sweet and sour meatballs and brown rice. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)299-5519 for more info.
2nd Moorhead Business Association Job Fair: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sponsored by American Crystal Sugar Co. at MSUM Barry Auditorium inside the Alumni Center. Come and network, connect with top professionals, and explore exciting job opportunities. For more information, call MBA at (218)284-4643.
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 birds. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Memory Café: 1 to 2:30 p.m. A free social gathering located in the Fargo Moorhead area where people experiencing memory loss, and their care partners, come together in a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment. Indoor Mini Herb Garden Session with Brenda and Dr. Ed Deckard, Hope Lutheran Church – South Campus (3636 25th St. S., Fargo). Contact phone (701)404-6712.
Sneak Peek with Theatre B – Featuring “Pride and Prejudice:” 5:30 to 6 p.m. Join us for a sneak peek of Theatre B’s performance of “Pride and Prejudice.” by Kate Hamill. The performance is a fresh twist on the classic novel by Jane Austen, followed by time for Q&A. Moorhead Public Library, 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: 7 p.m. Each month we learn a new style of dance. Join us on Wednesdays in April to learn how to Waltz. Singles and couples are welcome. No previous dance experience required. Admission includes group dance lessons. USA dance members: $5; Nonmembers: $10; College students and youth, $5. Location: El Zagal, 1429 Third St. N., Fargo.
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, April 17
Senior Meals: Pulled pork on bun and steamed corn. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)299-5519 for more info.
CILMOOG Housing Stabilization Services office hours: 10 a.m. to noon. 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 birds. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Lyrical Listening with John Trelstad – It’s About the Songs: 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, April 18
Senior Meals: Chicken Kiev and scalloped potatoes. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)299-5519 for more info.
Collage Workshop: 4 to 5:45 p.m. Learn how to create a collage with a local artist. Join local guest artist Sacred Chaos for a collage workshop at the Moorhead Public Library, free.
Story Time in the Children’s Gallery: 4-4:45 p.m. Located at The Rourke Art Gallery + Museum, 521 Main Ave., Moorhead in April. For more details, please visit: therourke.org/calendar
Saturday, April 19
Spanish Storytime with Sra. Mónica Oliveras: 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.
420 Brunch with Sol Ave. and Drekker: Noon to 4 p.m. We will be doing a cannabis-friendly brunch with our friends from Drekker Brewing. Special menu along with new bevvies to enjoy. Must be 21 to enjoy products. Location: 1408 First Ave. N., Moorhead.
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.