Thursday, September 21
Senior Meals: Baked chicken thighs and baked potato. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Moorhead Business Association’s Non-Profit Connect: 7:30 – 8:30 am. Village Inn at 940 Holiday Dr. in Moorhead.
Baby Bounce: 10:30 am – 11:00 am. Moorhead Public Library at 118 5th St. S. Songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers. Free.
Folkways Night Bazaar – Magic: 6:00 pm. Broadway Square in Downtown Fargo. Free.
Friday, September 22
Senior Meals: Honey BBQ beef patty on a bun and smashed sweet potato. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Build-A-Ton-aThon: 1:00 – 4:00 pm. Viking Ship Park at 202 1st Ave. N. in Moorhead. Come join FMCT staff, Moorhead residents, volunteers, and local organizations unite to enhance the city’s charm and character. At the Build-a-Ton-aThon, you’ll be part of a collaborative effort to construct installations which will later be moved to pre-identified areas around the city, breathing new life into underutilized spaces and creating vibrant community gathering points that embody the essence of Moorhead. Friday is Volunteer Group Night. Free.
Saturday, September 23
Build-a-Ton-aThon Opening Ceremony: 10:00 am. Viking Ship Park at 202 1st Ave. N. in Moorhead. Mayor Shelly Carlson will speak at 10:00 am. Hands-on building activities begin from 11:00 am – 5:00 pm. Food, music, activities, and games will be available throughout the day in the park. Free.
Fall in Fargo Festival: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Saturday and 12:00 – 5:00 pm Sunday. Rheault Farm at 2902 25th St. S. in Fargo.
The Red River Market: 10:00 am. Broadway Square in Downtown Fargo. Free.
Sugar Fest: 11:00 am start. Halstad, MN. Activities throughout the day include car show, parade, ATV & horse rides, bean bag tournament, bouncy houses and more. Smoked turkey dinner served from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm. Food trucks at 5:00 pm and dance to Silverado at 8:00 pm. Sweetness Contest at Halstad Lutheran Church. All entrants should drop off goodies by 11:00 am. Three categories: cookies, bars, and cupcakes.
Minnesota in the Vietnam War: 1:00 – 3:00 pm. Moorhead Public Library at 118 5th St. S. Witness the history of the Vietnam War come to life with a presentation by historian and educator Arn Kind. Using maps, artifacts, and more, Kind will bring history alive with a colorful and realistic portrayal of the conflict, including the increasing commitment of five US presidents and the rise of anti-war protests at home. Geared for audiences ages 13 and up. Free.
Movies at The Square: Dig Art Series – Sidemen: Long Road to Glory: 7:00 – 9:00 pm. Broadway Square in Downtown Fargo. Free.
Sunday, September 24
Moorhead Spud Football Spaghetti Feed & Silent Auction: 11:00 am. – 2:00 pm. Moorhead American Legion at 303 30th St. N. in Moorhead. Free will donation.
Build-a-Ton-aThon Grand Reveal and Block Party: 12:00 pm. Viking Ship Park at 202 1st Ave. N. in Moorhead. Builds will be finished and assembled from 12:00 – 3:00 pm. The grand reveal and block party will run from 3:00 – 5:00 pm. The newly created installations will be unveiled. The block party is open to the public and features food, music, and camaraderie. Free.
Monday, September 25
Senior Meals: Pork chop and creamed potatoes. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Midtown Bike & Pedestrian Trail Ribbon Cutting: 2:00 pm. Heritage Garden and Amphitheater on 1st St. S. between 5th and 6th Ave. S. in Moorhead. Join your friends and neighbors for a ribbon cutting followed by a celebratory walk, run, or roll (bring your own wheels) on the newly completed Midtown Trail.
Boat Ramp at MB Johnson Park Ribbon Cutting: 2:00 pm. MB Johnson Park at 3601 Oakport St. N. in Moorhead. Come for the ribbon cutting and see the fully completed dock, boat launch and ramp that provides easy access for all to the Red River.
Moorhead City Council Meeting: 5:30 pm. Hjemkomst Center at 202 1st Ave. N. in Moorhead.
Lego Club: 6:30 – 7:30 pm. Moorhead Public Library at 118 5th St. S. Join us for weekly LEGO build challenges where we work on problem solving, engineering, and critical thinking. This event is geared towards ages 5-10. Free.
Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia: 6:30 – 7:30 pm. Moorhead Public Library at 118 5th St. S. Join us for a presentation by the Alzheimer’s Association Minnesota-North Dakota Chapter to learn about the impact of Alzheimer’s, the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, stages and risk factors, current research, treatments available for some symptoms, and Alzheimer’s Association resources. Free.
Tuesday, September 26
Senior Meals: Beef cabbage casserole and herbed green beans. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Moorhead Business Association’s Let’s Talk Business: 7:30 – 8:30 am. Village Inn at 940 Holiday Dr. in Moorhead. Featuring Andy Cooper, Owner Cooper Commissioning.
Clay County Commission Meeting: 8:30 am. Clay County Courthouse at 807 11th St. N. in Moorhead.
Public Open House – Library Project Update: 11:30 am and 4:30 pm. Moorhead Public Library at 118 5th St. S. The Moorhead Community Center and Public Library is reaching a new milestone in the design process. Mark your calendars for the next open house events to hear the latest progress updates. Free.
Moorhead Farmers’ Market: 3:30 – 6:30 pm. Hjemkomst Center at 202 1st Ave. N. in Moorhead.
Storytime + Craft: 6:30 – 7:30 pm. Moorhead Public Library at 118 5th St. S. Join us for Storytime and a craft. Each week, we explore different themes with stories, songs, rhymes, flannel boards, and more. Storytime typically lasts for an hour and is geared for children ages 3-6, although children of all ages are welcome to join the fun. Craft supplies are provided free of charge.
Dancing at The Rourke with Lindy of the North: 7:00 – 9:00 pm. The Rourke Art Gallery + Museum at 521 Main Ave. in Moorhead. This is a free event for the community and begins with a basic swing dance lesson at 7 pm. Donations are welcome to support Lindy of the North and the museum. No experience or partner required.
Wednesday, September 27
Senior Meals: BBQ chicken breast and scalloped potatoes. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Storytime: 10:30 – 11:15 am. Moorhead Public Library at 118 5th St. S. Free.
Memory Café of the Red River Valley: 1:00 – 2:30 pm. 1122 1st Ave. N. in Fargo. Topic: Caregiver Café. Free.
Ask-a-Techspert: 3:00 – 4:00 pm. Moorhead Public Library at 118 5th St. S. Free.
Thursday, September 28
Senior Meals: Herb crusted fish and vegetable rice pilaf. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Baby Bounce: 10:30 am – 11:00 am. Moorhead Public Library at 118 5th St. S. Free.
Movies at The Square: Dig Art Series – The High Note: 7:00 – 9:00 pm. Broadway Square in Downtown Fargo. Free.
Friday, September 29
Senior Meals: Hamburger/bun and baked beans. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.