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Thursday, October 17
Senior Meals: Hamburger on bun and rosemary-roasted potatoes. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
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. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Baby Bounce: 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3. Join us for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers. This week’s theme is nighttime. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Seniors Breakfast Club: 8:45 a.m., EasTen Fryn’ Pan, 2920 Highway 10 East, Moorhead. Guest speaker starts at 9:30 a.m. Each month features a guest speaker 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. Register by calling Hope at (218)299-5514.
Warriors in the North: Local Veterans’ Stories of Healing. 6 p.m. Presentation and discussion by Dr. Margo Norton from the Fargo VA. Fargo Public Library main building, free.
Classics Book Club: Discuss “Dracula” by Bram Stoker. 7 to 8 p.m. All are welcome to drop-in and share their reading experience. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Friday, October 18
Senior Meals: BBQ chicken thighs and basked potatoes. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Vic’s Bar & Grill karaoke: 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Grab a drink and some friends for karaoke at Vic’s, 1608 Main Ave., Moorhead, free.
Saturday, October 19
Red River Market: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Broadway Square in downtown Fargo. Food, beverage and artisan vendors, as well as live music, free.
Spanish Storytime with Sra. Mónica Olivares: 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.
Fall Festival: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Grace United Methodist Church, 1120 17th St. S. in Moorhead. “Pay as you are blessed” rummage sale, coffee with donuts, silent auction, crafts, donuts, bake sale, and lunch served 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Contact Phyllis at (701)361-2745 for more info.
Seed Collection and Exchange Event: 9 to 11 a.m. University of Minnesota Clay County Extension and United Prairie Foundation are hosting a seed collection event at M.B. Johnson Park in Moorhead. Come learn more about native plantings in the area and why they are important for healthy ecosystems. Location: 3601 11th St. N., Moorhead. For more information or questions about these events, please contact Extension educator, Jill Patrie at (218)299-7338 or by email at patri350@umn.edu.
FMCA Concert Series: What Goes Around … 4 to 5 p.m. A ‘revolutionary’ program featuring music on circular, cyclical, and spherical themes. “Will the Circle Be Unbroken.” “Ezekiel Saw de Wheel” and Joni Mitchell’s “The Circle Game” will be featured alongside the world premiere performances of “Sunburst!” and “The Peaceful Sound of Silent Stars” by Robert S. Cohen. Ross Lee Finney’s Spherical Madrigals and music by Susan LaBarr, Williametta Spencer, Timothy Takach, David Brunner and Jennifer Lucy Cook will round out the program. Location: Trinity Lutheran Church, Moorhead, 210 7th St. S., free.
Raspberry Jam: A Carole King Tribute event. 7 to 8:30 p.m. TAK Music Venue, 1710 Center Ave., Dilworth, Minn. Nearly two dozen tunes in a 90-minute set will be presented by the Raspberry Jam Band. Tickets: Eventbrite.com, $20
Vic’s Bar & Grill presents The Front Fenders: 8 p.m. to midnight. Dance to live music of The Front Fenders as they play classic songs new and old. Vic’s is at 1608 Main Ave., Moorhead. Free.
Monday, October 21
Senior Meals: Tater tot casserole and California blend. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Moorhead City Council meeting: Located in the Auditorium at the Hjemkomst Center, 202 1st Ave. N., 5:30 p.m.
Game Night for Adults: 6 to 8 p.m. Join us to play games and chat during the chilly months. Bring your favorite card or board game, or try one of ours. Refreshments will be provided. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Tuesday, October 22
Senior Meals: Chicken Veronique and smashed 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.
Storytime + Craft: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. 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. We’ll be talking about monsters. Moorhead Public Library, free.
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, October 23
Senior Meals: Seasoned pork roast and baked sweet potatoes. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Memory Cafe: Support group meetings: 9:30 a.m. – Moving Ahead: Life After Loss; 1 p.m. Caregiver Cafe, 1122 First Ave. N., Fargo, Linger Laugh & Learn Center, free.
Storytime: An early literacy experience. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. We’ll be talking about monsters. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Quilting group: 12:30 to 4 p.m. Socialize with other quilters while working on your own project. Individuals come together to share their knowledge, ideas and techniques. All skill levels welcome. At Moorhead’s Hjemkomst Center, free.
Silent Specimens: A Night with Kevin Zepper. 6 to 8:30 p.m. Poet, writer, and MSUM professor Kevin Zepper, will be reading from his latest series of works, collectively entitled “Silent Specimens.” Location: Swing Barrel Brewing Co. in Moorhead, 21+, free.
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, October 24
Senior Meals: Chicken alfredo/pasta and steamed baby carrots. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Senior Social: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Meet up with friends for a weekly social hour to connect over coffee, play games, and chat. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Baby Bounce: 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Social and early literacy activities for children 0-3. Join us for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers. This week’s theme is monsters. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Journal-Writing Workshop with Kevin Zepper: 6 to 8 p.m. A One-Book, One-Community program. Join us to gain some guidance on effective personal journaling, from MSUM professor and author Kevin Zepper. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Friday, October 25
Senior Meals: Egg bake/sausage links and country potatoes. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call 299-5519 for more info.
Vic’s Bar & Grill karaoke: 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Grab a drink and some friends for karaoke at Vic’s, 1608 Main Ave., Moorhead, free.
Saturday, October 26
Red River Market: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Broadway Square in downtown Fargo. Food, beverage and artisan vendors, as well as live music, free.
Author visit with Kao Kalia Yang: 2 to 3 p.m. Featuring her latesyt book “Where Rivers Part.” Hear about “The Latehomecomer” author Kao Kalia Yang’s experience writing across genres and for different audiences. Moorhead Public Library, free.
38th Annual Harvest Festival Supper: 4 to 7 p.m. A delicious meal of honey-glazed ham with all the trimmings, including dessert. Prices: Adults $18, Children ages 6-10 $10, preschool donation. Take-out orders available. Order ahead and/or pick up at the ticket sales table. Contact Christ the King Lutheran Church at (218)236-7576 or stop in for tickets (9-4 Monday-Thursday, 9-12 Friday). Tickets also available online at www.ctkmhd.org. Location: 1900 14th St. S., Moorhead.
November 22-23
Junkin Market Days at Red River Valley Fairgrounds. Butler Building 1805 Main Ave West, West Fargo. Boutique Clothing, Home Décor, jewelry, Gourmet Foods, One-Of-A-Kind Finds.