JUNE JULY

JUNE 5

TROLLWOOD BOX OFFICE OPENS for Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Tickets available at the Trollwood box office, trollwood.org or 218-477-6502.

10:00 AM

Bluestem Center for the Arts

801 50th Ave S | Moorhead

JUNE 10

SHARE A STORY FAMILY LITERACY EVENT

Kids and parents are invited to SHARE A STORY, a free family event that encourages literacy and fun. Kids can get a photo with PBS Kids character Jet from "Ready Jet Go!" and sing and dance along with stage acts, hear stories from different cultures, do art and science projects, play with the Fargo Fire Department Knock-down House, get free lunch and books, and much more.

9:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Rheault Farm

2902 25th St S | Fargo prairiepublic.org/events

JUNE 15

CURRENTS: CONVERSATIONS ON WATER

Wren Walker Robins: Exploring the Intersections of Science, Spirit, and Water

This series of conversations explores the social, ecological, and poetic power of water, inspired by Truman Lowe’s exhibition Cultural Confluence. Free and open to the public.

6:00 – 7:00 PM

Plains Art Museum

704 First Ave N | Fargo

701-551-6100

QUOTABLE

"For I know the plans I have for you, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. Then you will seek me and find me: when you seek me with all your heart, I will be found by you, declares the Lord." — JEREMIAH 29: 11-14

JUNE 28

SUN CELEBRATION

Join us for an outdoor family picnic and experience a wide variety of performances from the entire roster of Trollwood summer programs. It’s summer fun for the whole family. For tickets call 218-477-6502 or visit the front desk. Quantities limited.

$8 IN ADVANCE, $10 AT THE DOOR

5:00 – 10:00 PM

Bluestem Center for the Arts

801 50th Ave S | Moorhead

JULY 11–16

Gooseberry Park Players presents JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT.

With theatrical hits such as “Close Every Door,” “Go Go Joseph,” and “Any Dream Will Do,” Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Weber is one of the most enduring musicals of all time. Gooseberry will tell this timeless story in a new modern light.

7:30 PM

Hansen Theatre, MSUM

1104 7th Ave S | Moorhead gooseberryparkplayers.org

JULY 14, 15, 18–22, 25–29

TROLLWOOD MAINSTAGE MUSICAL:

DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

Trollwood Performing Arts School is proud to present Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. “Be our guest” for a live musical experience you won’t want to miss! Group ticket sales open now.

8:30 PM

Bluestem Center for the Arts

801 50th Ave S | Moorhead

Tickets at trollwood.org or 218-477-6502

JULY 22

MOMENTUM DANCE CONVENTION

Founded in 2013, MOMENTUM Dance Convention was created to bring dancers from around the region to dance together to learn from experienced instructors. The convention has classes for mini/junior, teen and senior level dancers. Classes range from ballet, tap, musical theater, jazz, contemporary and more. For details and registration visit momentumdanceconvention.com.

Bluestem Center for the Arts

801 50th Ave S | Moorhead musiC By AlAn menken lyriCs By howArd AshmAn & tim riCe

Book By lindA woolverton

July 14, 15, 18-22, 25-29 • 8:30pm

July 15 & July 21

Bluestem Center for the Arts tiCkets www.trollwood.org reservAtions & Group sAles 218-477-6502

GenerAl Admission on sAle June 5 and at the gate

JUNE 7-10

HAPPY HARRY'S RIBFEST

It's back! Happy Harry's RibFest at the FARGODOME and we are excited for this year's entertainment line up. Hitting the stage on June 7: Collective Soul; June 8: Night Ranger; June 9th: Diamond Rio; June 10: Little Texas. ADMISSION $5 AT THE GATE.

11:00 – 11:00 PM EACH DAY

FARGODOME

1800 North University Drive | Fargo happyharrysribfest.com

JUNE 19-20

ALL CITY WOMEN’S GOLF TOURNAMENT

JUNE 8-17

RESTAURANT WEEK

Go on a foodie adventure with 10 days of dining deals at some of the best local culinary establishments in the Fargo, Moorhead and West Fargo area. 701-282-3653 fmrestaurantweek.com

Women with a handicap compete in a two-day event. For more information call Kari at the Fargo Country Club 701-237-6746. Sign up at Edgewood, Fargo Country Club or online find entry form at golfwithlisa.com.

8:00 AM

Edgewood Golf Course and Fargo Country Club Fargo

JULY 30

PIE & ICE CREAM SOCIAL 35th Pie and Ice Cream Social. Homemade pie, ice cream, lemonade and coffee for $5.

1:00 – 4:00 PM

First Congregational UCC Church 406 8th St S | Moorhead 218-236-1756

JUNE 9 & JULY 14

DEVELOPMENTAL SCREENING

Early Intervention Partners free developmental screening. Any age or concern. Walkins welcome, appointments appreciated.

8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Pediatric Therapy Partners Building

3060 Frontier Way S | Fargo 701-364-3945

JUNE 17

CCRI SUPERHERO 5K & SIDEKICK YOUTH RUN

This family-friendly event is perfect for runners, casual walkers, people of all abilities and children of all ages. Start a team and recruit friends and family to join you, or register as an individual. There will be a costume contest, free picnic, and family activities. Make your miles count while supporting kids and adults with disabilities. SuperHero support makes the difference between a house and a home, a van ride and an adventure, a gathering and a celebration, an existence and a life. Join us to provide opportunities that help people with disabilities achieve their potential and thrive as members of our community.

5:30 PM REGISTRATION OPENS

6:15 PM SIDEKICK YOUTH RUN

6:25 PM COSTUME CONTEST

6:30 PM SUPERHERO 5K FUN RUN

Gooseberry Park

100 22nd Ave S | Moorhead creativecare.org

JUNE 21

WOMEN’S FUND BREAKFAST RISE UP: SIDELINES TO CENTER COURT

Join us for breakfast and discover how local nonprofits are transforming lives of women and girls in our community. Keynote speaker Amy Ruley will share her message on leadership. This fundraising event supports the mission of the FM Area Foundation Women’s Fund of improving the quality of life for all people by enriching the lives of women and girls in the Fargo-Moorhead area communities. Tickets $40. Visit womensfundbreakfast.eventbrite.com.

7:30 – 9:00 AM

Courtyard By Marriott

1080 28th Ave S | Moorhead

June 22

SANFORD MEDICAL CENTER FARGO COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSE

Join Sanford Health to see firsthand how health care in our region will change forever with the opening of the new medical center. Bring the whole family for tours, games and fun. Parking is limited. Free shuttel services will be provided from Scheels Arena.

10:00 AM — 8:00 PM

NEW Sanford Medical Center Fargo

5225 23rd Ave S | Fargo sanfordhealth.org

JUNE 25–26

Roger Maris Celebrity Golf

TOURNAMENT

The 34th Annual Roger Maris Charity Golf Tournament will take place June 25–26 at Rose Creek Golf Course. To view the schedule of events or to register to golf, visit rogermarisgolf.com. Proceeds support Hospice of the Red River Valley, Shanley High School and the Sanford Roger Maris Cancer Center.

Rose Creek Golf Course | Fargo

June 27

GO HAWAIIAN FOR HOSPICE

Choice Financial invites the community to “Go Hawaiian for Hospice.” Join us for the fifth annual luau lunch. For a suggested donation of $5, attendees will feast on a pig roast, baked potato, fresh pineapple, Hawaiian Punch and a frozen treat. All proceeds directly benefit Hospice of the Red River Valley. See you at the luau!

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Choice Financial, 4501 23rd Ave S | Fargo

JUNE 8 & JULY 20

MUSIC MONTAGE

Join in an interactive evening of music outside on the park plaza. An open mic format invites talented local musicians to perform to a crowd of all ages. Get your shot up on the stage or just enjoy the up and coming talent in our community.

7:00 – 9:00 PM

Great Northern Park

June 11

Classical Music Festival

Experience the sounds of excellence while enjoying a wonderful afternoon outside. Listen to free performances from the FM Kicks Jazz Band, Fargo Moorhead Choral Artists, Lake Agassiz Concert Band Post Traumatic Funk Syndrome and Penny and Pals. Try your luck in the “Music Listening Contest” and experience the “Instrument Petting Zoo.” This event also features additional family activities and concessions.

1:00 – 6:00 PM

Rheault Farm

Concert In The Park

Local bands will entertain families with lively music. Get your face painted, jump in the bouncy castle and take home a craft project. This is a free event and there will be limited concessions for sale.

JUNE 14, Trollwood Park

JUNE 28, Village West Park with Dog Park (Band: Someday Hero)

JULY 12, Roosevelt Park (Band: Ditching Delmer)

JULY 26, Island Park (Band: Winter Park)

7:00 – 8:30 PM

June 16

TEDDY BEAR PARADE

The Teddy Bear Parade is held at Island Park. VFW Post 762 will lead the parade with their Honor Guard and hand out flags. In 2016, over 500 kids and adults walked the short half-mile course with their favorite Teddy Bear Buddy. Bring a canned food item to benefit the Great Plains Food Bank and decorate your wagon, bike or stroller. FREE REGISTRATION 10:00 AM, PARADE 10:30 AM

Dike West

June 16

MIDWEST KID FEST

Island Park will be filled with music, laughter, and bright colors as children play and learn. The fest hosts 30 interactive educational booths, many carnival games, an entertainments stage, petting zoo, inflatables, and strolling entertainment. FREE

11:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Island Park

June 21

SKATE BOARDING DAY

Come out for the annual Skateboarding Day where you can celebrate with free food and pop while supplies last. Enjoy a day of skateboarding with your friends and listening to music.

4:00 – 5:30 PM | Dike West

June 25

BMX JAM

Bikers, show off your tricks at the BMX Jam. Twin Cities 3rd Lair will judge the competition and show off their skills. Skill levels: beginners, intermediate and advance. The top three in each age group will go home with awesome prizes. Equipment required: bike and helmets.

1:00 PM

Dike West

July 9

SUMMER GRIND

Come out and win great prizes while showing off your skills! Equipment: Bring your own skateboard and helmet. Helmets are required to compete in the event.

4:30 PM

Dike West

PEPSI APPRECIATION DAY

Free pool admission all day. Free Pepsi products and hot dogs will be served at the beginning of the first session while supplies last.

JUNE 26, Island Park Pool

JUNE 28, Southwest Recreational Pool

JUNE 27, Northside Recreational Pool

JUNE 29, Davies Recreational Pool

JULY 10, Madison Pool and Splash Pad

June 12

TROUT FEST

Youth age 15 and under will learn about fly fishing, casting, entomology, conservation, equipment demonstrations, and more at Trout Fest. An awards presentation will follow the derby. Trout Fest is a catch and release event. Bring your own rod and reel. Night crawlers are provided. Complimentary Pepsi products available, while supplies last. Adult supervision is recommended.

REGISTRATION 5:30 PM, DERBY 6:15 PM

Woodhaven North Park and Fishing Pond

TIME: 1:30 – 4:30 PM (or 5:00 PM at some locations) and 6:00 – 8:00 PM

Waterama

Spend an afternoon having fun with water. Play water games and do all sorts of activities that involve water and getting wet.

JULY 10, Madison Park

JULY 31, Clara Barton Park

NOON – 3:00 PM

PARK IT!

Meet the Xcellent Art staff at the park and create take home arts and crafts. The fun travels weekly to different neighborhoods. All supplies provided. This program is free thanks to a grant from Xcel Energy. Adult supervision required. FREE

JUNE 8, Village West Park with Dog Park

JUNE 15, Brunsdale Park

JUNE 22, Bennett Park

JUNE 29, Roosevelt Park

JULY 6, Jefferson West Park

DATE: JULY 13, Clara Barton Park

JULY 20, Elephant/Percy Godwin Park

JULY 27, Kennedy Park

1:00 – 4:00 PM

Party In The Park

Join us in a different park each Tuesday night for an evening of family fun. Sing your favorite karaoke song, play in the bounce house, create a craft project, get your face painted and take home a balloon animal. Enjoy free hot dogs and Pepsi products while supplies last. All are welcome.

JUNE 6, Roosevelt Park

JUNE 13, Clara Barton Park

JUNE 20, Osgood School Park

JULY 11, Westgate Park

JULY 18, Bennett Park

JULY 25, Trollwood Park

5:30 – 8:00 PM

July 29 German Folk Festival

Dance and socialize with German music. Additional German American stage performance held throughout the day. Explore German displays, presentations and crafts. German/ American foods available for purchase.

11:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Rheault Farm

Movie Night

Bring a blanket, pillow or lawn chair and enjoy a starlit night of fun. The featured film will be announced closer to the event date. The fun starts when the sun goes down and the show starts. Complimentary popcorn and Pepsi products will be available while supplies last.

JUNE 19, Island Park

JUNE 26, Trollwood Park

JULY 10, Island Park

JULY 31, Island Park

TIME: DUSK

Chelsea Thorson

OCCUPATION: Owner / Director, Make Room ROLE MODELS

My sisters, my mom, my grandmas and my great-grandmothers all are, and were, strong, creative women. Nobody ever really told me, "You can be anything you want," but I witnessed them being just that.

In The Now

My commutes to and from work are majorly meditative. I bike or walk all year long, taking the time to breathe and be present before entering into a workday or before returning home.

Closet Musician

I love music, singing and playing instruments, but I have never really performed for anyone besides my cats in the last 10 years.

IT'S HER BUSINESS

A wise businesswoman friend of mine always says that taking risks is fi ne, as long as you can aff ord to lose. So I never put myself in a situation in business where I'd be devastated by the losses. I haven't borrowed a dime, and I have gotten most of my supplies and tools from friends.

THE APPLE DOESN'T FALL FAR

My grandma Shirley is my hero, and I hope I end up just like her. She is strong, creative, a little goofy, and defi nitely marches to the beat of her own drum.

"THERE'S NO SUCH THING AS A NON-CREATIVE PERSON"

…there's just a person who has not yet learned to trust their own inner creativity. It’s necessary for survival, and you wouldn't be here if it weren't for your creative ancestors. Young and old, we all have a story to tell, and art can help us communicate about ourselves and our world in a way that language can't.