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Thursday, February 13
Senior Meals: Egg bake and sausage links. 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 free weekly social hour to connect over coffee, play games and chat.
CILMOOG Housing Stabilization Services office hours: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Helps seniors, people with disabilities, and people in disabling conditions find and maintain stable housing in Minnesota. Moorhead Public Library, 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 kindness. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Giving Hearts Day: The annual local fund drive goes all day. Please visit the Giving Hearts Day website, or submit checks to HCSCC with GHD in the memo line. Please drop off at the gift shop in the Hjemkomst Center in Moorhead by the end of day on Feb. 13. Location: 202 First Ave. N., Moorhead.
Giving Hearts Day Open House at Moorhead Public Library, 4-8 p.m. Free reception with performance by Tucker’d Out, 6:30-7:30 p.m.; mini book sale; activities and refreshments.
The Moorhead Chapter of the National Stuttering Association (NSA): 6 p.m. Meeting at Murray Hall on the MSUM campus. This is a live event with a Zoom option. The discussion topic will be “Stutter-Affirming Therapy.” Text Bruce at (701)261-9734 to receive the Zoom link.

Friday, February 14
Senior Meals: Meatballs with marinara sauce on hoagie bun and seasoned green beans. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)299-5519 for more info.
Free Friday Movies at the Dr. James Carlson Library: 1 p.m. Join us for “The Wild Robot (PG)” and popcorn in the community room. Free popcorn is served. Adults must accompany children age 9 and younger. Located at 2801 32nd Ave. S., Fargo.
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, February 15
Spanish Storytime with Sra. Mónica Oliveras: 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.
Women in the Director’s Chair Film Series: Winter’s Bone (Debra Granik, 2010, rated R). 2 p.m. The job of film director was a man’s job for decades. Join us as we honor four female directors who broke the glass ceiling and made terrific films. Local film critic Matt Olien hosts the film series and leads a short discussion following each screening. Movies in the community room at the downtown Fargo Library. Free popcorn too! Adults must accompany children age 9 and younger. Contact Lori at (701)476-5977 for details.

Monday, February 17
(Presidents Day)
Senior Meals: Ranch chicken thighs and baked potatoes. Meals are served at the Hjemkomst, call (218)299-5519 for more info.
Moorhead garbage/recycling picked up Feb. 18; City offices closed. Monday garbage/recycling will be picked up on Tuesday. All other garbage/recycling pickup that week will be on normal days. The change may cause early or delayed collection on Tuesday; set your trash out by 4:00 am to ensure it is collected. MATBUS Routes will run normally, and the Ground Transportation Center will be open. Administration offices will be closed.
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.
Gardening from the Ground Up (Feb. 17-21): 1 to 2:30 p.m. “Gear up for the growing season by joining U of M local educators from across Minnesota for Gardening from the Ground Up.  This five-day webinar series will cover information on a variety of topics that gardeners can use at home. Register by visiting the website: z.umn.edu/GardenUp

Tuesday, February 18
Senior Meals: Cabbage rolls and parsley buttered 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.
Storytime + Craft: An early literacy experience: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. This program is geared for youth ages 3-6. Moorhead Public Library, free.
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.
Peace Corps Speaker Series 2025: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Explore the world with presentations at your local library. Join us for presentations by Peace Corps volunteers in our community. Jennifer Sweatman will speak on the Republic of Kiribati. All are welcome. 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, February 19
Senior Meals: Sweet and sour meatballs and brown rice. 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 narwhals. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Memory Cafe: 1 to 2:30 p.m. “My Way: Crafting a Personalized Care Plan’ – Abby Husar, MS, OTR/L, Hope Lutheran Church South (3636 25th St. S.) 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. 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.
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, February 20
Senior Meals: Pulled pork on bun and steamed corn. 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 free weekly social hour to connect over coffee, play games and chat.
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 narwhals. Moorhead Public Library, free.
CILMOOG Housing Stabilization Services office hours: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Helps seniors, people with disabilities, and people in disabling conditions find and maintain stable housing in Minnesota. Moorhead Public Library, free.
Abraham Lincoln: The Night Before Gettysburg: 6 to 7 p.m. Join us for a historical reenactment of Abraham Lincoln the night before his famous Gettysburg address, including a performance, history lesson, and Q&A, all provided by Chuck Johnson from Perham, Minn. Moorhead Public Library, free.

Friday, February 21
Senior Meals: Chicken Kiev and scalloped 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, February 22
Beginning African American Genealogy Research – the First Steps: 1 p.m. Presented by African American genealogist Elyse Hill at the Moorhead Public Library as a part of Black History Month, free.
Women in the Director’s Chair Film Series: Zero Dark Thirty (Kathryn Bigelow, 2012, rated R) 2 p.m. The job of film director was a man’s job for decades. Join us as we honor four female directors who broke the glass ceiling and made terrific films. Contact Lori at (701)476-5977 for details.

Sunday, February 23
FM Kicks Band’s Big Band Bash: 1:30 to 5 p.m. An afternoon filled with big band jazz, featuring 90 musicians performing in five different groups. Highlights of the event include performances by the El Zagal Shrine Big Band from Fargo, the Beachfront Big Band from Detroit Lakes, the Dakota Jazz Band from Fargo, the Classic Swing Band from Grand Forks, N.D., and the FM Kicks Band. Where: The TAK Music Venue, 1710 Center Ave. W., Dilworth. Tickets at the door: Adults $20; college students $10 w/ID; 18 and under free.