To list an event for January 16-26 email: Theextracalendar@gmail.com
Thursday, January 9
Senior Meals: Smothered pork chops and baked potatoes. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)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. Free.
Baby Bounce – Social and Early Literacy Activities for Children 0-3: 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Join us for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers. This week’s theme is robots. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Legal Aid 101: Noon to 1 p.m. Learn how to navigate the legal system. Help from Legal Services of Northwest Minnesota. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Friday, January 10
Senior Meals: Pot roast and parsley buttered potatoes. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)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, January 11
Spotlight Storytime: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Superhero Storyime + Craft with Miss River Valley. Join us for our new Spotlight Storytime series with local businesses and community members. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Sunday, January 12
Red River Singles: 3 to 7 p.m. Singles 20 years and older are welcome. Come and go as you please at Ascension church, 2820 12th Ave S, Moorhead. Attendees may bring food (potluck) or any game(s), crafts, or appropriate interests, but not required. A main food item is available until gone. A big screen is available. It’s a place to have fun, eat good food, relax, and meet people. No membership fees required. Free-will donations are accepted for website and use of the facility. Ph. (701)367-8186, Email: red_river_singles@yahoo.com. Web: www.red-river-singles.org.
Monday, January 13
Senior Meals: Baked chicken thighs and mashed potatoes/gravy. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)299-5519 for more info.
Lutheran Social Services for Seniors office hours: 10 to 11:30 a.m. Lutheran Social Services are here to connect you to resources in our community that help you where you need it most. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Best Sellers Book Club: 6 to 7 p.m. Join us to discuss “The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store” by James McBride. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Red River Creatives Collective Marker League: 7 to 9 p.m. It’s like a drawing club, but it’s Marker League. For more information, email redrivercreatives@gmail.com. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Moorhead Indian Education Program/Johnson O’Malley (JOM) Parent Committee Board Elections: 6 p.m. The Moorhead Indian Education program will hold an election for the Moorhead Indian Education Program/Johnson O’Malley (JOM) Parent Committee Board. Parents and/or guardians of American Indian students currently enrolled in Moorhead Area Public Schools are able to vote. The election will be at the Moorhead High School Career Academy (2800 27th Ave. S.).
Moorhead City Council meeting: 5:30 p.m. If you wish to make a comment prior to the meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office or call (218)299-5304 no later than noon the day of the meeting. Located at the Hjemkomst Center, 202 1st St. N., Moorhead.
Tuesday, January 14
Senior Meals: Bronze pork loin and scalloped potatoes. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)299-5519 for more info.
Clay County Board of Commissioners meeting: 8:30 a.m., Courthouse, 807 11th St. N., Moorhead.
CAP-LP Housing office hours: 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership (CAP-LP) helps families seeking housing assistance and more. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Storytime + Craft: An early literacy experience: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime with a fun craft to follow. This week we’ll talk about robots. This program is geared for youth ages 3-6. 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, January 15
Senior Meals: Lemon pepper fish and vegetable rice pilaf. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)299-5519 for more info.
Storytime: An early literacy experience: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Help your child develop exceptional reading skills. This week we’ll be talking about robots. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Memory Cafe: 1 to 2:30 p.m. Intergenerational Card Making Project with local artist Emily Brooks; Hope Lutheran Church South, Fargo.
The Language Exchange, Portuguese Edition: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Join us for themed conversations on a variety of topics to practice your multilingual skills. The third Wednesday of the month will be dedicated to practicing Portuguese language proficiency. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Moorhead American Legion Steak and Shrimp night: 6 to 8 p.m. Enjoy a grilled steak or shrimp, baked potato and salad for $14. Ask about combos. Location: Moorhead American Legion, 303 30th St. N.
When Opposites Attract—How Not to Repel Each Other!: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Opposites really do attract. Learn how the science of extroversion/introversion—and a little mutual understanding and grace—can reduce conflict in your relationship and help keep your bond from disintegrating. Vista Center for Education (Room 120), 2777 34th St. S., Moorhead. Cost: $19. Pre-registration required at www.moorheadschools.org/ce.
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.
Harold’s karaoke party: 8 p.m. to midnight. Choose a song to sing, get a drink, have a fun Wednesday. Location 1330 Main Ave., Moorhead, free.
Thursday, January 16
Senior Meals: Chicken and noodles and steamed baby carrots. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)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. Free.
Baby Bounce – Social and Early Literacy Activities for Children 0-3: 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Join us for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers. This week’s theme is music. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Friday, January 17
Senior Meals: Meatloaf and baked potatoes. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)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, January 18
Spanish Storytime: 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.