CALENDAR OF EVENTS Holiday

DECEMBER 5

JAWS PAWS AND LUNCH WITH SANTA CLAUS

Enjoy a delicious lunch in the Zoo’s carousel pavilion with a special appearance from Santa Claus. Each family receive a professional photo taken with Santa. Kids will have the opportunity to ride the carousel and learn about some of the Zoo’s critters.

$15 for adults and, $10 for children. RRZ Members $13 Adult and $10 Children. Advance tickets required as seating is limited.

11 A.M. -1:30 P.M. Red River Zoo 4255 23rd Ave S www.redriverzoo.org

DECEMBER 5

6TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY CRAFT & VENDOR FAIR

40 - 50 craft & vendor booths. Admission: Canned food items for Daily Bread Program. Complimentary bars, cookies, appetizers and beverages. Door prizes drawn each half hour.

10 A.M. - 3 P.M.

Holy Cross Catholic Church

2711 7th St E, West Fargo (South of Costco) (701) 282-7217

DECEMBER 5

BONANZAVILLE'S CHRISTMAS ON THE PRAIRIE

Visit Mrs. Claus' Kitchen to decorate gingerbread houses and cookies, listen to carolers and enjoy hot chocolate, apple cider and food provided by the Bonanza Belles. Enjoy the Winter Wonderland, get your picture taken with Santa and call the elves at the North Pole. “We’re in the Christmas Mood” Dinner & Show! Call for tickets.

Adults: $30, Children 12 and under: $15

Ticket price includes admission to Christmas on the Prairie and “We’re in the Christmas Mood”

1-6 P.M.

Bonanzaville

DECEMBER 5

BONANZAVILLE'S

1351 West Main Ave, West Fargo | (701) 282-2822 | bonanzaville.org

December 11

Hoops For Hospice

During the Dec. 11 Mayville State University men’s basketball game versus Bellevue University fans can donate in support of HRRV, an independent, not-for-profit hospice that serves Mayville and the surrounding communities. Register to win door prizes, and participate in the halftime shooting contests. Donations will benefit Hospice of the Red River Valley.

Lewy Lee Fieldhouse at Mayville State University, Mayville, N.D. 7:30 P.M.

DECEMBER 11

LADIES ONLY - BEGINNER SHOOTING

Ladies, if you’d like to. . .

• Learn how to safely handle, load and shoot a firearm

• Learn in the company of other women

• Learn in a safe, friendly environment . . . then Ladies Only! Beginner Shooting is right for you.

Join us at the Red River Regional Marksmanship Center on Friday, November 13th where NRA Certified trainers will be on-hand to offer tips and training for beginner shooters. We’ll even provide the guns and ammunition. The cost is only $10 and pre-registration is necessary. Simply go to RRRMC.Com to sign up. (No personal firearms will be allowed.)

6 - 9 P.M.

Red River Regional Marksmanship Center

640 16th St NE, West Fargo www.rrrmc.com

DECEMBER 12 & 13

THE CHRISTMAS CANTATA “BREATH OF HEAVEN”

Created by Russell Mauldin and Sue C. Smith. It features musicians including choir, orchestra, and handbells! A free will offering will be collected during the performance with proceeds benefiting Holy Cross Catholic Church music ministry. A reception will follow each performance.

7:30 P.M. AND SUNDAY, DEC. 13 AT 4 P.M

Holy Cross Catholic Church

2711 7th St E, West Fargo 282-7217

DECEMBER 12

JAWS PAWS AND LUNCH WITH SANTA CLAUS

Enjoy a delicious lunch in the Zoo’s carousel pavilion with a special appearance from Santa Claus! Each family receive a professional photo taken with Santa. Kids will have the opportunity to ride the carousel and learn about some of the Zoo’s critters.

$15 for adults and, $10 for children. RRZ Members $13 Adult and $10 Children. Advance tickets required as seating is limited.

11 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.

Red River Zoo

4255 23rd Ave S www.redriverzoo.org

DECEMBER 12

AWESOME ART AFTERNOON

Love art but hate the mess? Bring your child to these interactive art programs to have fun while building a variety of take home projects. All creative materials will be provided.This program is free thanks to a grant from Xcel Energy. Adult supervision required.

1:00-3:00 P.M.

Robert D. Johnson Recreation Center

1104 2nd Avenue S fargoparks.com

DECEMBER 13

SERVICE OF LOVE AND REMEMBRANCE

Boulger Funeral Home invites you to a Service of Love and Remembrance on Sunday, December 13 at 4:00 p.m. This service offers inspiration and hope as we reflect on and remember our deceased loved ones. We recognize that this season of celebration may be difficult for those who are grieving. The Service of Love and Remembrance will focus on the comfort and promise of God’s love. Coffee and hor d’oeurves at 3:00 p.m

SERVICE AT 4 P.M.

123 10th St S, Fargo boulgerfuneralhome.com

DECEMBER 15

FIRSTLINK'S GIVING TREE OF HOPE AND CONNECTION FAIR

FirstLink's Giving Tree of Hope and Connection Fair will be held on December 15. Doors will be open from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Giving Tree of Hope will be distributing toys to children and gifts to adults with special needs, who would not otherwise receive a gift during the holiday season.

9 A.M. - 3 P.M.

Salem Evangelical Free Church

1111 30th Ave S, Moorhead fargo-nd.toysfortots.org

DECEMBER 18

HOLIDAY PARENT’S NIGHT OUT

We want to help ease your holiday worries by offering you a night out, kid free! While your away, your children will enjoy Christmasthemed games in the gym, have access to our Xerzone and Kids’ Gym, and be able to enjoy our Playstation!

Y Mbr: $15 first child, $10 add. & Non-Mbr: $25 first child, $15 add.| Register online or call 701.293.9622. Ages 6 weeks-11 years

5:30-9:00PM

Fercho Y ymcacassclay.org

DECEMBER 18

FARGO FORCE VS. SIOUX FALLS

Take the entire family down to the Scheels Arena to cheer on the Fargo Force.

7:05 P.M.

Scheels Arena

5225 31st Ave S

(701) 356-7656

DECEMBER 18 & 19

THE BONNIE HANEY SCHOOL OF DANCE & PERFORMING COMPANY CELEBRATING THEIR 28TH YEAR OF THE NUTCRACKER & HOLIDAY SHOW

The Bonnie Haney School of Dance’s version tells the story of a young girl, Clara, who has a fantastic dream after a Christmas party. She witnesses a struggle between her favorite toy, the Nutcracker, and the King of the Mice. The Nutcracker transforms into a handsome prince and takes Clara to the Land of Sweets where we feature dances of the Arabian Dance, Chinese Dance and Russian Cossaks Dance. The Holiday Show is a unique show that includes Holiday Tappers, Hip Hoppers, Swing Dancers, and Celtic dancers.

DECEMBER 18TH AT 7:00 P.M AND DECEMBER

19TH AT 1:00 P.M.

West Fargo High School Auditorium

801 9th St E, West Fargo www.bonniehaneydance.com | (701) 232-9900

DECEMBER 27

FARGO FORCE VS. SIOUX CITY

Take the entire family down to the Scheels Arena to cheer on the Fargo Force!

5:05 P.M.

Scheels Arena

5225 31st Ave S

(701) 356-7656

DECEMBER 31

ZOO YEARS EVE

Ring in the New Year at the Zoo! This familyfriendly celebration includes animal encounters, Zoo year’s resolutions, and a countdown to the New Year every hour.

1 P.M. - 5 P.M.

Red River Zoo

4255 23rd Ave S www.redriverzoo.org

JANUARY 2

SPRING SEASON OF GIRLS ON THE RUN CASS COUNTY REGISTRATION

Registration opens Jan 2. All 3rd-5th grade girls wanting to take part in community projects, cooperation and confidence based youth development program with running games, a 5K and healthy snacks should register at www.GOTRfargo.org. Practice begins Mar 7, 2016. Scholarships available - see website or email danielle.irving@girlsontherun.org with inquiries

JANUARY 5

PINT-SIZED EXPLORERS: NAPTIME (AGES 4-6)

Humans can’t sleep through the yucky winter weather, but you can come to the Zoo and pretend you do. We will learn about hibernation by pretending we are prairie dogs. We’ll also meet other animals that hibernate

$10 RRZ Members, $15 non-members. Space is limited, so preregistration is required.

3:15 - 4:45 P.M.

Red River Zoo

4255 23rd Ave S www.redriverzoo.org

JANURARY 8

PARENTS' NIGHT OUT! A NOCTURNAL ADVENTURE (AGES 3-12)

Parents can have a great night out while the kids enjoy a wild time at the Zoo with a night full of fun, games and activities! Children will go on a Nocturnal Adventure through the zoo. Adventures take energy, so a snack will be provided.

RRZ Members: $20 first child, $10 each additional child

Non-Members $30 first child $15 each additional child

This is consistently a SOLD-OUT event, so pre-registration is required.

6 P.M. - 9:30 P.M.

Red River Zoo

4255 23rd Ave S www.redriverzoo.org

JANUARY 9

FARGO FORCE VS. CHICAGO

Take the entire family down to the Scheels Arena to cheer on the Fargo Force!

7:05 P.M.

Scheels Arena

5225 31st Ave S

(701) 356-7656

JANUARY 15

MOMS'

Caf While Kids Play

Guest speaker Krystle McNeal, a registered dietitian with the ChildcareAlive! program, will share a few practical strategies for introducing new foods to children, including a simple cooking demonstration with moms and their children. Children who learn to become adventurous tasters are more likely to grow into adventurous eaters. See how to encourage children to taste (and hopefully eat) healthy foods! Open to all MOMS Club of Fargo/Moorhead-IR members & welcome to interested newcomers. All are encouraged to attend meetings & to share their thoughts & ideas. We are a non-profit, non-denomination, immunization required group. Kids are welcome to play in the nursery during the meeting. Snacks provided.

10 - 11 A.M.

Lower level of UCC Congregational Church

1101 17th Ave S, Fargo www.facebook.com/MomsClubFargo

JANUARY 18

BLIZZARD BASH

Free event for the public with a free matinee movie, open skate and much more! Pepsi products and popcorn will be served, while supplies last.

1 - 5 P.M.

Scheels Arena

5225 31 Ave S fargoparks.com

JANUARY 19

WORK-LIFE RESET WITH FAWN GERMER

In celebration of The Chamber's one-year anniversary of Women Connect, we are thrilled to announce Fawn Germer as our national speaker!

“Work-Life Reset” is the same name of Germer’s most recent book. At this session, Germer will share lessons learned from her own groundbreaking work on leadership and performance dynamics. She’ll speak to how to deal with obstacles, then drill down and deliver.

3 - 5 P.M., WITH A SOCIAL TO FOLLOW

Ramada Plaza & Suites and Conference Center

1635 42nd St S, Fargo

Register by calling (218) 233-1100 or online at fargomoorheadmncoc.weblinkconnect.com/External/ WCPages/WCEvents/EventDetail.aspx?EventID=4245

JANUARY 22

PARENTS' NIGHT OUT! A WINTER ADVENTURE (AGES 3-12)

Parents can have a great night out while the kids enjoy a wild time at the Zoo with a night full of fun, games and activities! Children will go on a Winter Adventure, learning about how animals survive the coldest time of year through games, activities and a trip through the zoo. Adventures take energy, so a snack will be provided.

RRZ Members: $20 first child, $10 each additional child. Non-Members $30 first child $15 each additional child. This is consistently a SOLD-OUT event, so pre-registration is required

6 P.M. - 9:30 P.M.

Red River Zoo

4255 23rd Ave S www.redriverzoo.org