To list an event for August 15-24 email: Theextracalendar@gmail.com
Thursday, August 8
Senior Meals: Sweet and sour pork, brown rice. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Senior Social: Meet up with friends at Moorhead Public Library for a weekly social hour to connect over coffee, play games, and chat. 10 to 11:30 a.m., Moorhead Public Library, free.
Senior Social Special Event Bunco Tournament: We’ve been practicing, so join us for a Bunco tournament with St. Joseph’s youth group, who will bring prizes for the winners. 10 to 11:30 a.m., Moorhead Public Library, free.
Baby Bounce: Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3. Join us on Thursday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers. This week’s theme is the outdoors. 10:30 to 11:15 a.m., Moorhead Public Library, free.
Gardening sessions: These sessions are a wonderful way to learn about gardening, be active, and experience the many additional benefits of community gardening at the Library Learning Gardens. All ages are welcome (children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian) and no registration is required. 10 a.m., Dr. James Carlson Library, 2801 32nd Ave. S., Fargo, free.
Summer Concert featuring Tucker’d Out: 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.
Sunset on the Riverfront: This outdoor event will feature live music, food, artist market and family activities. Located at American Crystal Sugar Co., 101 3rd St. N., Moorhead, 6 to 9 p.m.
Friday, August 9
Senior Meals: Country meatballs, mashed potatoes/gravy. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Saturday, August 10
Curious About Careers storytime: What do you want to be when you grow up? Meet Moorhead heroes, 10 a.m. to noon, Moorhead Public Library, free.
Vic’s Bar and Grill karaoke: Grab and drink and some friends for karaoke at Vic’s, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., 1608 Main Ave., Moorhead, free.
Crafting Luck: A Dice Artistry workshop with Tiffany Ross. This immersive two-day class (Aug. 10 and 17), is a comprehensive journey from safety to creativity, designed to empower participants with the art of handmade dice creation.Ages 16 and over. $150 fee. 4 to 6 p.m. both sessions, Rourke Art Gallery, 521 Main Ave., Moorhead.
Author talk with Kao Kalia Yang: An award-winning Hmong-American author, teacher and speaker from Minnesota. 10 to 11 a.m., Downtown Fargo Library, 101 4th St. N., free.
Monday, August 12
Senior Meals: Chicken wild rice hotdish, steamed corn. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Lutheran Social Services for Seniors office hours: Connect to resources in our community that help you where you need it the most. 10 to 11:30 a.m., Moorhead Public Library, free.
Doggy Dip: Let your dog enjoy swimming in a city pool. $5 per dog, 3:30 to 7:30 p.m., Dogs should have collar, ID/tags, vaccinated and in good health. Proceeds benefit Moorhead dog parks. Northeast Wading Pool, 1817 8th Ave. N., Moorhead.
Tuesday, August 13
Senior Meals: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes. 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.
Best Sellers Book Club: “The Thursday Murder Club” by Richard Osman. Discuss this latest best seller at the Moorhead Public Library, 6 to 7 p.m., free.
Storyime – An Early Literacy Experience: Help your child develop exceptional reading skills. This week we’re talking about babies. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Moorhead Public Library, free.
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 babies. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Moorhead Public Library, 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.
Addie’s Royal Dessert Table: Meet your favorite princesses, villains, superheroes and real-life queens. Hundreds of desserts including cupcakes, brownies, cookies and donuts. All sales will benefit Spread Your Sunshine to support local kids. 3 to 5:30 p.m. Location: First International Bank and Trust, 865 37th Ave. S., Moorhead.
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, August 14
Senior Meals: Citrus glazed fish, au gratin potatoes. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Memory Cafe: Storytelling with wood-carved Norwegian characters, Storyteller, Jerry Ness. Moorhead’s Hjemkomst Center, 1 to 2:30 p.m., free.
River Paddling Excursion: Gentle Mind of the Red River: Hjemkomst Landing, 202 1st Ave. N., Moorhead. All skill levels are invited! Each session begins at 6 p.m. with basics of canoeing and kayaking. Please arrive at 5:30 pm. Pre-registration is required, and vessel rentals are first-come, first-served. Registration closes at 20 vessels/excursion.
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.
Thursday, August 15
Senior Meals: Sloppy joe/bun, baked beans. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Senior Social: Meet up with friends at Moorhead Public Library for a weekly social hour to connect over coffee, play games, and chat. 10 to 11:30 a.m., Moorhead Public Library, free.
Baby Bounce: Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3. Join us on Thursday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers. This week’s theme is babies. 10:30 to 11:15 a.m., Moorhead Public Library, free.
Classics Book Club: Join us to discuss William Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night.” All are welcome to drop in and share their reading experiences. 7 to 8 p.m., Moorhead Public Library, free.
Romkey Park Groundbreaking: Celebrate the groundbreaking of the Reimagine Romkey – Pool Replacement and Park Renovations project. (900 19th St. S). A social with refreshments will begin at 1 p.m., with a short program to begin at 1:30. Groundbreaking will happen immediately after. Free admission to the pool and activities for children and families.
Friday, August 16
Senior Meals: Chicken marsala, baked sweet potatoes. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Saturday, August 17
Vic’s Bar and Grill karaoke: Grab and drink and some friends for karaoke at Vic’s, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., 1608 Main Ave., Moorhead, free.