To list an event for July 18-27 email: Theextracalendar@gmail.com
Thursday, July 11
Senior Meals: Pulled pork on bun and steamed corn. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Senior Social special event: Join us as St. Joseph’s youth group returns to play games and offer tech help. Coffee, games and chat. 10 to 11 a.m., Moorhead Public Library, free.
Baby Bounce: Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Free magic show: The Moorhead Public Library will host a Magic Show for youth featuring Minnesota performer Magic Bob, inviting youth to blast off on an amazing adventure and experience the art of magic. Attendees will learn how reading can take them on an incredible adventure and Magic Bob explores planets, meets outrageous aliens and helps youth discover how they can do extraordinary things. 2 to 2:45 p.m., free.
11th Street underpass public update: The Minnesota Department of Transportation is holding public events monthly to update residents on the progress of the 11th Street underpass project. They’re scheduled for 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. in the Willow Room of the Hjemkomst Center.
Summer concert featuring Lonely Pines: Don’t miss free outdoor concerts at the Moorhead Public Library featuring local bands, door prizes, food trucks and more. Audience members are encouraged to bring lawn chairs for seating. 6 to 8 p.m., free.
Friday, July 12
Senior Meals: Chicken Kiev and scalloped potatoes. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Stand-up Comedian: Amazon Prime comedian Zane Lamprey at Swing Barrel Brewery, 814 Center Ave., Moorhead, 8 to 9:30 p.m. General doors open at 7:30, VIP doors at 7 p.m. Tickets on Eventbrite.com, $25 to $40.
Saturday, July 13
Book signing: “Sins of the Mother” by author Chris Stenson from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Words to Live By Bookstore, 813 Center Ave., Moorhead.
Curious About Careers storytime: Featuring Hawkeye from the F-M RedHawks baseball team. What do you want to be when you grow up? Join us for the Moorhead Public Library’s “Curious about Careers” Storytime series. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., free.
Summer Music and Food Truck: Gordon Christensen and Maria’s Homestyle Mexican, at Swing Barrel Brewery, 814 Center Ave., Moorhead. 7 to 10 p.m.
Sunday, July 14
Pie and Ice Cream Social: Homemade pie, ice cream and beverages- $8/person. Cakewalk: $1 per chance. 1 to 4 p.m., First Congregational United Church of Christ, 406 8th St. S., Moorhead.
Monday, July 15
Senior Meals: Herb-baked fish and au gratin potatoes. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Gardening and Pesticides: Learn about options for controlling common garden and yard pests in this informational workshop featuring an educator from the University of Minnesota Extension in Clay County. 5:30 to 7 p.m., Moorhead Public Library.
Tuesday, July 16
Senior Meals: Beef stroganoff and egg noodles. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Clay County Board of Commissioners meeting: 8:30 a.m., Courthouse, 807 11th St. N., Moorhead.
Storytime+Craft: An early literacy experience. Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. Afterward, kids can create simple crafts to take home. This week we’re reading about zoos. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Summer Storytime: Storytime is happening weekly at the Dr. James Carlson Library in Fargo. No registration is required, and all storytime sessions are open to kids ages 2 to 6 years old. 10 a.m., address is 2801 32nd Ave. S., free.
Moorhead Farmers Market: A great place to Get Fresh and Go Local. Open Tuesdays, June-September, the market offers fresh vegetables, fruit, baked goods, honey, jams, jellies, pet products, hand-crafted items and more. The market takes place downtown in Viking Ship Park.
Think Barrel Trivia: Seven unique rounds, 65 questions, win prizes. Tuesdays 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., 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, July 17
Senior Meals: Braised pork chop and sweet baked potatoes. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Memory Cafe: Meet and Greet Local Resources From North Dakota Aging and Disability Resource Link. 1 to 2:30 p.m., Hope Lutheran Church – South Campus.
Storytime: An Early Literacy Experience. Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. This week we’re talking about zoos. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Moorhead Public Library, free.
Summer Storytime: Storytime is happening weekly at the Main Library in downtown Fargo. No registration is required, and all storytime sessions are open to kids ages 2 to 6 years old. 10 a.m., address is 101 Fourth St. N., free.
FM Kicks Band summer park concert: Sharing the Joy of Jazz with classic and contemporary big band vocals and instrumentals of iconic jazz masters and local big band composers. Our 17-piece adult big band will thread together the genres of funk, rock and swing. 6 p.m., First Lutheran Outdoor Stage.
Safe City Nights at Ellen Hopkins Elementary School, 2020 11th St. S., and Safe City Nights at Queens Park, 3201 20th St. S., sponsored by Moorhead Police Athletics and Activity League. Meet first responders and tour emergency vehicles from Moorhead Police and Fire Departments, Red River Valley SWAT, Sanford Ambulance and more. Games and activities led by Moorhead Police Volunteers. 6 to 8 p.m., free pizza and soda.
Thursday, July 18
Senior Meals: Rosemary orange chicken and parmesan potatoes. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Senior Social: Join us for coffee, games and chat. 10 to 11:30 a.m., Moorhead Public Library, free.
Baby Bounce: Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3. 10:30 to 11:15 a.m., Moorhead Public Library, free.
In-Person Outer Space Drawing Class & Watch Party: Streamed live with cartoonist Rick Stromoski. 2 to 3 p.m., Moorhead Public Library, free.
Breakfast Club: Guest speaker (Essentia Health Stroke Education this month) with various topics pertaining to the needs and interests of adults 55+. Breakfast will be on your own, ordered off the menu. Space is limited. EasTen Fryn’ Pan, 2920 Hwy. 10 East, Moorhead. Breakfast starting at 8:45 a.m. Guest speaker starts at 9:30 a.m. Register by calling Hope at (218) 299-5514.
The Viking Age with Minnesota Historian Arn Kind: Skol! Learn all about the Viking Age with a living history presentation showcasing the Scandinavian heritage claimed by many Minnesota immigrants. 6 to 8 p.m., Moorhead Public Library, free.
Classics Book Club: “The Three Musketeers” by Alexandre Dumas, chapters 35 – End. Join us to discuss different classic books. All are welcome to drop-in and share their reading experience. 7 to 8 p.m., Moorhead Public Library, free.
FM Kicks Band summer park concert: Sharing the Joy of Jazz with classic and contemporary big band vocals and instrumentals of iconic jazz masters and local big band composers. Our 17-piece adult big band will thread together the genres of funk, rock and swing. 7 p.m., Gooseberry Park, Moorhead.
Join Clay County Master Gardeners: Embark on a learning garden tour in Moorhead and Dilworth communities. Stops include a community garden, local resident’s yards, a rose trial garden, plus a horticulture business. Each site will have a host to share information on the garden as you get a closer look at all these great gardens in your local community. Tour is held rain or shine, 1 to 7 p.m. Addresses will be emailed closer to the tour date and the tour will officially start at an unspecified location for packet pickup if paper copies are needed. Cost is $10. Sign up at Moorhead Community Education.
Friday, July 19
Senior Meals: Swedish meatballs and mashed potatoes/gravy. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.