To list an event for May 16-25 email: Theextracalendar@gmail.com
Thursday, May 9
Senior Meals: Chicken alfredo/pasta and steamed baby carrots. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Baby Bounce: 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. Songs, stories, and action poems for infants through age 6 and their caregivers. Moorhead Public Library at 118 5th St. S. Free.
Senior Social Hour: The Moorhead Public Library will host a weekly social hour for seniors to connect over coffee, play games and chat. 10 to 11:30 a.m., no registration, free.
National Stuttering Association: The Moorhead Chapter of the National Stuttering Association (NSA) will meet at 6 p.m. in Murray Hall on the MSUM campus. This is a live event with a Zoom option. The discussion topic will be “A new course in stuttering therapy for children.” Anyone who stutters, supports people who stutter or has an interest in stuttering is welcome. Free parking (after 5 p.m.) is available in the parking lot directly east of Murray Hall. Please text Bruce at 701-261-9734 to receive the Zoom link.
Friday, May 10
Senior Meals: Egg bake and sausage links. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Saturday, May 11
Curious About Careers Storytime: Meet our local Moorhead heroes to discuss “What do you want to be when you grow up?” 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Moorhead Public Library, free.
Monday, May 13
Senior Meals: Ranch chicken thigh and baked potatoes. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Lutheran Social Services for Seniors: Office hours from Lutheran Social Services are here to connect you to resources in our community that help you where you need it most. 10 to 11:30 a.m., Moorhead Public Library, free.
Mental Health Awareness Month: Re-think Mental Health, Changing the narrative on mental health and suicide. Learn how to change the narrative on mental health and suicide, with information about identifying risk factors, how to respond to someone in distress, and more. 6:30 to 8 p.m. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Moorhead City Council meeting: 5:30 p.m. Hjemkomst Center at 202 1st Ave. N., Moorhead.
Tuesday, May 14
Senior Meals: Cabbage rolls and parsley baked potatoes.. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Storytime + Craft: An early literacy exprience. Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. Afterward, kids can create simple crafts to take home. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Moorhead Public Library, free.
Best Sellers Book Club: Discuss the latest best sellers at the Moorhead Public Library. Discuss “The House in the Cerulean Sea” by TJ Klune. 6 to 7 p.m.
Clay County Board of Commissioners meeting: 8:30 a.m., Courthouse, 807 11th St. N., Moorhead.
Wednesday, May 15
Senior Meals: Cheeseburgers and potato salad. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Storytime: An early literacy exprience. Help your child develop exceptional reading skills. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Moorhead Public Library, free.
Memory Cafe: Emotional Aspects of a Dementia Diagnosis; Dr. Kristen Juhl and Dr. Lindsey Dahl – Hope Lutheran Church – South Campus, 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Swing into Spring Party: A vibrant and joyous occasion that brings together the community to welcome the season of new beginnings. Lunch is a delicious cheeseburger, potato salad, calico beans, chocolate cake, and root beer float. Enjoy a live performance by Gina Powers. Her timeless classics and soothing melodies evoke fond memories where dancing or singing along are encouraged. Noon to 1:30 p.m. At Moorhead’s Hjemkomst Center. Register by calling (218) 299-5519. Price is $7/person and includes lunch from Concordia Catering.
Thursday, May 16
Senior Meals: Sweet and sour meatballs and brown rice. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Baby Bounce: 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. Songs, stories, and action poems for infants through age 6 and their caregivers. This week’s theme is food. Moorhead Public Library at 118 5th St. S., free.
Classic Book Club: Discuss “Pride and Prejudice” by Jane Austen. All are welcome to drop-in and share their reading experience. 7 to 8 p.m., Moorhead Public Library, free.
Senior Social Hour: The Moorhead Public Library will host a weekly social hour for seniors to connect over coffee, play games and chat. 10 to 11:30 a.m., no registration, free.
Friday, May 17
Senior Meals: Chicken Kiev and scalloped potatoes. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
NEEDTOBREATHE: The Caves World Tour ft. Judah & the Lion: Presented by Essentia Health. 6:30 to 10:30 p.m., Bluestem Amphitheater, 801 50th Ave. S., Moorhead. Tickets: $29.50 to $89.50. For info: www.Jadepresents.com or (866) 300-8300.
Saturday, May 18
Spanish Story Time with Sra. Monica Oliveras: Join us for Spanish immersion story time. Spanish speakers and learners alike are welcome. 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Moorhead Public Library, free.
A Special Princess Story time with Miss Whitney McClain. Learn how to be kind to yourself when things get difficult. Join Moorhead’s royalty Miss Whitney McClain as she encourages young children to know they are always enough. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Moorhead Public Library, free.