Metro Lights: January 15 – 21
Author Adam J. Copeland:
Location: Zandbroz Variety Store in Fargo
Date: Jan 15
Time: 6:30pm
Cost: Free
Author Adam J. Copeland will discuss and sign copies of his new book, “Kissing in the Chapel, Praying in the Frat House: Wrestling with Faith and College.” Copeland is faculty director for faith and leadership and instructor of religion at Concordia College.
Winter Days:
Location: West Fargo (various locations)
Date: Jan 15 – 22
Time: Varies
Cost: Free
Winter Days offers activities for all ages and it is a wonderful way to get out and beat those winter blues. Some of the highlights each year include the Silver Snowflake Search, Passport to $500, the Senior Luncheon, Snow Sculpture and Coloring contest, Book Bag Sale, Sleigh Rides and Sledding Party, HockeyFest, Chili Cookoff and Salsa Contest at the West Fargo VFW and many fun activities for youth to participate in at the West Fargo Public Library. Complete schedule can be found athttp://www.wfparks.org/event/winter-days.
Games Galore “Fight the Frost” Indoor Carnival:
Location: Fargodome
Date: Jan 16 – 18
Time: Friday at 3:00pm, Saturday at 10:00am, Sunday at 12:00pm
Cost: $10 adults, $6 children 5 and younger
Over 35 inflatable games, Kiddie Land, mechanical bull, laser tag, obstacle courses, Wiped Out, NDSU Bison Bounce-N-Slide. Free parking.
Disabled American Veterans and Auxiliary Pancake and Sausage Breakfast:
Location: Super Buffet in Fargo
Date: Jan 17
Time: 7:30 – 10:30amam
Cost: Free will donation
All proceeds go to helping disabled veterans in the area.
Saturday Flicks- Winter Days Movie:
Location: West Fargo Public Library
Date: Jan 17
Time: 2:00pm
Cost: Free
Free movie and popcorn! Fun winter movie for all ages! Join the puppies on their trip to Alaska where they train to become sled dogs in “Disney’s Snowbuddies.”
Fargo-Moorhead Chamber Chorale: Cathedral Classics:
Location: St. Joseph Catholic Church in Moorhead
Date: Jan 17 – 18
Time: Saturday at 7:30pm, Sunday at 2:00pm
Cost: $15 adults, $12 seniors, $7 students
Inspired by the beautiful acoustics of St. Joseph’s sanctuary, the chamber chorale will sing music that was written to be sung in cathedrals around the world.
Soupapalooza!
Location: St. Williams Church in Argusville
Date: Jan 18
Time: 11:00am
Cost: Free will offering
A variety of soups and breads offered. All funds raised support our youth programs.
Storytime and Visit with Miss ND Jacky Arness:
Location: Dr. James Carlson Library in Fargo
Date: Jan 19
Time: 10:00am
Cost: Free
Meet Miss ND Jacky Arness and hear some of her favorite stories at a special storytime & craft event starting at 10 a.m. Kids of all ages are welcome, but this event is geared for 3 to 8 year olds. Bring your camera so you can take a photo or two with Miss ND, as well.
Hockeyfest:
Location: Scheels Arena in Fargo
Date: Jan 19
Time: 1:00pm
Cost: Free
Free event for the public with a free matinee movie, open skate and much more! Pepsi products and popcorn, while supplies last. Go to www.fargoparks.com for complete event schedule.
Friendship Day: A Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration:
Location: Plains Art Museum in Fargo
Date: Jan 19
Time: 1:00 – 4:00pm
Cost: Free
Free and open to the public. Event will include a screen-printing activity with quotes from King. Registration is required at www.plainsart.org or call (701) 551-6100.
Martin Luther King Celebration:
Location: Fargo Theatre
Date: Jan 19
Time: 6:30pm
Cost: Free
Featuring the Native American Hand Drum Honor Song, performance by Treo’ Soul, video presentations and the Fargo Human Relations Award presentations by Fargo Mayor Tim Mahoney; awards presented to Growing Together, a community gardening group; Andrea Jang, an advocate for New Americans; and Kristina Heggedal, an active young member of the F-M area in various service projects and leadership roles. All events are free and open to the public.