Fargo Monthly January 2014

A FARGO+MOORHEAD+WEST FARGO CITY MAGAZINE

COMPLIMENTARY

JAN. 2014

SENATOR & FORMER GOVERNOR

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TALKS NORTH DAKOTA AND FARGO IN 2014

ND WOMEN’S STARTUP WEEKEND PG. 36

COVER STORY

8 INFLUENTIAL FIGURES TALK FARGO IN 2014 PG. 12

ENTERTAINMENT

COMMUNITY

BUSINESS

BREWING BEER WITH THE FARGO BREWING COMPANY PG. 44

THE FM BALLET PG. 56

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Fargo 3.0

I’m on a personal mission to make sure everyone understands how amazing this community is.

Whether you’re a lifelong Fargoan or you’re new to town, I think you understand that this city is booming. I would love to take this opportunity to say, “I told you so!” Haha.

Four years ago I created a little digest-sized magazine called “FM Spotlight” to expose the cool happenings in Fargo-Moorhead. It came as no surprise, but I have seen other people share my excitement for Fargo over the years, and now more than ever. A motivating factor to increase the size, circulation, staff and content for this magazine was that I want to see more impact. I want to hear more feedback. I want to see people using this magazine as something that accelerates happiness. I am going to put in everything I have to make that happen this year. Read through the magazine today and I think you can see how much effort and passion we are putting into this; all I ask is for you to do the same when you engage in it. Help me help you, and give us information and feedback. Go Fargo!

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Contents

A Look Ahead We interviewed some of the biggest public figures in Fargo to find out what we can look forward to in 2014.

34 Growing - Growing - Gone?

The Fargo School district has been growing in leaps and bounds. Find out what’s going to happen next.

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Culinary Spotlight Eric Watson, our food columnist, talks meatballs.

You’ll be hungry after reading it. Trust us.

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Seth Holden, our music columnist, tells you how to finally become that rock star you’ve always wanted to be.

The Science Of Brewing Beer

Local musician Alex Schaleben is receiving national attention. He’s only been making music for less than a year. Not too shabby.

It looks like a chemistry lab, but it’s where the Fargo Brewing Company cooks up all of their wonderful drinks.

Music Spotlight

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Live Music Find out where your favorite band is playing with our live music calendar.

On The Cover John Hoeven was gracious enough to take time out of his busy schedule to do a photoshoot for us. Because of scheduling, this shot was actually taken in a conference room at the Holiday Inn. You can read the interview with Senator Hoeven on page 16.

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Event Calendar Don’t get bored this month.

Check out our event calendar to stay on top of what’s happening.

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Mega Bites Read about two guys who followed their dreams and ventured out as entrepreneurs.

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Startup Weekend It’s time for women to take over the North Dakota Startup Weekend. Find all the details here.

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Fargo Winter Board Game It’s cold. It’s miserable. It’s winter in Fargo. Play our game to find out how you can make the most of it.

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New In Town Stay on top of what’s coming to town with our new business section.

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Be Scene We hit the town and stopped at some parties around town. See if you were at any of the same parties as us.

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Hot Stuff It’s cold outside, but we found you some of the hottest winter fashion accessories.

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Fashion Takeover Fashion has found a new home at the Hub with Josef’s Annual Fashion Awards.

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The FM Ballet Did you know that Fargo has a professional ballet company? Surprise. Learn about it here.

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Italian Guru Read about how native Italian Mirco Marganti, head chef at Toscana, ended up in Fargo.

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Bartender of the Month: Chris Herner Stay classy as bartender Chris Herner teaches you how to make some great cocktails.

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Go Food Fargo is a food town. That much is obvious. We celebrated this fact by finding some great eats.

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Don’t Call It a Comeback The band At The Emporium is back. Read about what this band has been up to the last couple of years.

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tory time. When we started planning for this month’s magazine we weren’t entirely sure what we wanted to do. We knew we were going to step it up a notch in terms of content and really mature what we cover. As we talked, many different ideas were tossed around.

We eventually decided that we wanted to take a look ahead at 2014. The only question was, how do we exactly do that?

We got on the phone and started going down our list of our top candidates to feature in the magazine.

One by one, they began to fall in place. We were amazed. December was a short month because of the holidays. Where we normally have several weeks to get all of our work done, we only had two weeks to wrap it all up. It was truly an honor to be able to interview North Dakota’s great senators. I was blown away with how much Doug Burgum knew about the town, and his vision for Fargo is truly inspiring.

Mayor Walaker is always a treat to interview, and every time his laidback demeanor impresses me. Paul Richard, the President of the San-

ford Medical Center Fargo, showed me how complicated this healthcare debate is and that Sanford is doing their best to adapt to it. It was fun to talk to Carl Peterson of Peterson Farms Seed. I spent a lot time during my childhood around my grandparents, great aunts’ and uncles’ farms and it never ceases to amaze me how much farming has changed. Charley Johnson with the Fargo-Moorhead Convention and Visitors Bureau is always willing to share some exciting happenings and inform me about what’s coming up for Fargo. Finally, Pat Traynor of the Dakota Medical Foundation inspired me with the tale of how he went to school to be a lawyer and decided to work with nonprofits so that he could make a greater impact on people’s lives.

I am still amazed at how well this magazine turned out. It was an honor to work with each of these individuals. I look forward to covering what’s important to this community and showing off all it has to offer.

May 2014 be your best year yet!

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E d i to r ’ s R e s o lu t i o n s

The start of a new year is so exciting. It brings so much possibility and opportunities.

Here’s what I want to do in Fargo this year.

Cooking Class I may be well out of college, but I admit that I still cook like a college student. Sandwiches are a staple in my diet. I hope to change that by taking a cooking class at Square One Kitchen.

Run the Fargo Half Marathon I’ve ran the full Fargo Marathon twice. I’m excited that it’s coming downtown this year, so I’m going to run the half marathon so I can really enjoy it.

Concordia Christmas Concert Every year I say I’m finally going to see the Concordia Christmas Concert. Another year has gone by and I failed to go. Next year I AM GOING! Fe e d b a c k ANDREW@SPOTLIGHTMEDIAFARGO.COM

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BE A GREAT YEAR IN FARGO AND NORTH DAKOTA

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he New Year is officially here. 2013 was a great year, but we’re excited about what 2014 holds. There are exciting developments underway like the new Sanford campus in Moorhead, the Fargo Marathon moving downtown and the continued development of the best economy in the country. We talked with some people who know what’s happening. Keep reading to find out why 2014 is going to be the best year yet for Fargo-Moorhead.

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“We can be energy independent in this country within less than five years and tell OPEC to take a hike.”

JOHN HOEVEN SENATOR

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2014 // Policies

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oeven served as the Governor of North Dakota from 2000 to 2010. Before that, he acted as President and CEO of the Bank of North Dakota. He is now one of North Dakota’s U.S. Senators.

At the Senate, he serves on several different committees including the Committee on Appropriations, Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry and Committee on Indian Affairs.

SHORT TERM GOALS FOR 2014

LONG TERM GOALS FOR 2014

Water Resources Development Act

Energy plan for the country

This act provides water conservation and development of resources. This would provide permanent flood protection as well as bring water from Lake Sakakawea to the Valley.

Senator Hoeven proposes that a state-first energy plan is the best way to reduce energy dependence in the U.S. He believes North Dakota is a great example of how energy development should take place in the U.S.

Hoeven’s Take “It provides authorization for permanent flood protection for the diversion with the Red River Valley… We need permanent flood protection. Not just for Fargo, but for the Valley.”

Unmanned Aerial Systems The Federal Aviation Administration is working on developing six test sites to fly manned and unmanned aircraft. Senator Hoeven hopes the Grand Forks Air Force Base will be one of those.

Hoeven’s Take “This is a big part of the aviation in the country. This is really big for not only North Dakota and Minnesota, but the whole Valley.”

Hoeven’s Take “We can be energy independent in this country within less than five years and tell OPEC to take a hike.

We’ve got to have the kind of plan I’m laying out and North Dakota is showing the country how to do it.”

Debt deficit According to the U.S. Treasury, the U.S. is $17 trillion in debt. Senator Hoeven believes that is a huge obstacle to overcome and will shape the future of the U.S.

Hoeven’s Take “We’re really pushing with others to try and get a balanced budget, and finding more savings and reforms combined with economic growth will get us out of this deficit and start to reduce this debt. That’s an absolute huge priority.”

What are some of your Favorite things to do in Fargo?

“Go to NDSU Bison Football games. I mean, the program is just awesome…

There are some really great athletes, but also great young people. They’re a ton of fun to watch. You can’t go to the BisonDome and not have a great time.”

North Dakota was ranked as the best-run state. Give us your opinion on why that is.

“I think when you look at why North Dakota is ranked as the best-run state, it really comes back to these things: having a strong position. We have no debt. We have reserves and we’re lowering taxes. We’re constantly making it a better place to do business. We’re now the fastestgrowing state in the country. We have the highest percentage of people who are in their 20s… I think those are some of the keys that go with a well-run state. The other thing is being willing to work with everybody — local, state and federal being able to work together and get things done in a bipartisan way.”

Learn more about Senator Hoeven at hoeven.senate.gov.

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eitkamp hails from the small town of Mantador, ND. On Jan. 3, 2013, she was sworn in as the first female Senator from North Dakota. Before her role as Senator, she acted as an attorney where she battled drug dealers, sexual predators and tobacco companies. She sits on the Senate Agriculture Committee and Committee on Indian Affairs and serves on the Banking, Small Business and Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs committees.

MAIN GOALS FOR 2014

Energy Independence Like Senator Hoeven, Senator Heitkamp believes that when it comes to energy development, there should not be a one-size-fits-all solution. She also believes North Dakota is a prime example of energy independence for a state.

Heitkamp’s Take “A lot of the talk about policies coming out of Washington regarding energy… It’s not good for our state, but equally not good for the country as we pursue the goal of energy independence for North America.”

Education for Native America Children Senator Heitkamp has recently introduced a plan she hopes will find solutions to the issues facing Native American children. The bipartisan legislation would create a commission to study all of those issues.

Heitkamp’s Take “It’s a concern I think I share with many, especially families on the reservations, that we need to do better for our Native American kids.”

Veterans Senator Heitkamp wants to ensure our veterans are thanked appropriately. She wants to ensure

they have the right opportunities both in and out of service.

Heitkamp’s Take “A lot of programs will look at jobs, education, housing opportunities and healthcare. We need to be sure that the American people thank all of our veterans appropriately.”

Housing Shortage There has been a housing boom in North Dakota, but it has not kept up with the demand. Throughout the state, especially out west, there is a housing shortage that Senator Heitkamp believes needs to be addressed immediately.

Heitkamp’s Take “We’re looking at national housing policies that we’ve been part of in Washington DC, developing new models for Fannie (Mae) and Freddie (Mac), or replacements for Fannie and Freddie, and taking a look at how we can continue the 30-year fixedrate mortgage, which makes home ownership so affordable for young families.”

Debt Deficit Like Senator Hoeven, Senator Heitkamp believes that the debt deficit needs to be addressed immediately. With the country $17 trillion in debt, something needs to happen soon.

Heitkamp’s Take “(It’s important) to have those discussions that move us forward on resolving the fiscal crisis in the country and getting us back to regular orders so that we can appropriately manage our debt deficit.”

What is the general sentiment about Fargo and North Dakota in DC? “Beyond the movie? (Laughs) I think they’re really curious about what’s happening here. What I try and do is go beyond just what’s happening in energy, which they hear the most about, and talk about research that NDSU is doing. Talk about what we’re doing with our unmanned aircraft, and that we’re on the cutting edge of that technology up in Grand Forks. Talk about what North Dakota is providing in terms of Microsoft and the things that we do in Bismarck, Fargo and North Dakota that go beyond what people would traditionally see. We’ve got a great story to tell in North Dakota.”

What are some of your favorite things to do in Fargo?

“I always feel bad if I leave Fargo and I haven’t gone to Zandbroz. I love Zandbroz. There’s also all of downtown, really. There are wonderful restaurants.

I’m a big fan of the Red Pepper. I would tell anyone who wanted to hear, that the Red Pepper in Fargo is as good as the Red Pepper in Grand Forks.”

Learn more about Senator Heitkamp at heitkamp.senate.gov.

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“We need to be sure that the American people thank all of our veterans appropriately.”

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“When I look toward 2014, I see a lot of things around the continued resurgence of downtown.”

DOUG BURGUM FOUNDER/CHAIRMAN

KILBOURNE GROUP 20

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2014 // Economic Growth

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urgum’s passion for downtown Fargo has helped to fuel the revitalization of our city’s core. He is the Founder and Chairman of Kilbourne Group, a company committed to revitalizing downtown Fargo. Since forming the group, Burgum and his team have saved, renovated and built several properties including The Lofts on Roberts, 300 Broadway, The Loretta Building, 102 Broadway and more.

MAIN GOALS FOR 2014 Burgum can sum up 2014 in two words: optimism and gratitude. He’s optimistic about where the world and Fargo have gone recently, and he’s grateful to be in a strong and healthy community.

Burgum’s Take “There is a growing realization around design and how to build a smarter community as opposed to a wide, flat, sprawling community, which has sort of been the pattern of development in America for the last 50 years. I think we’re starting to see a move toward the center, which is really positive economically.

When I look toward 2014, I see a lot of things around the continued resurgence of downtown.”

Moving Inward Burgum maintains that the least economically sustainable communities are the ones that are spread across a large geographical area. When a community stretches across a wide expanse, it becomes more costly to maintain the infrastructure. Burgum noted that Fargo’s city limits are 49 square miles, which is more than dense cities like Boston or San Francisco.

Burgum’s Take “If you look 20 years out, I think a community like Fargo is going to have a vibrant core with lots more density, which means more tall and mixed-use buildings, more offices, more residential, more restaurants. I think we’re going to have a redeveloped waterfront.

We’ll embrace the river and the diversion will be in place. There will be investment at the core as opposed to investment at the edge.

That’s super exciting for me because I think long-term that a denser, vibrant, mixed-use community is more economically sound and secure.”

St. Mark’s Lutheran Church Kilbourne Group has recently bought the historic St. Mark’s Lutheran Church at 670 4th Ave. N, in downtown Fargo. They are currently exploring ideas of what it should become and are receiving input from the public.

Some of the suggestions include an entertainment center, artists residence, grocery store, regional history archive museum and, believe it or not, a Ping-Pong venue.

end up with two uses, if not three, because there are really three spaces. One is the sanctuary itself.

Then there’s the classic church basement that has some nice light and windows and already has an established kitchen, so there’s an option for something related to food. They have an education wing…

It’s likely that we would end up with multiple uses even within that church complex.”

Why should the proposed new convention center be downtown?

“Studies show that when people come to a convention, they want to spend their money on a local and differentiated experience, and they want to be able to walk from their hotel room to the convention. They also want to be able to walk from there to where they shop and have a unique local dining experience.”

What are some of your favorite things to do in Fargo?

“Saving historic buildings in downtown Fargo, and watching the Bison win playoff games.”

Burgum’s Take “We think that for this, we’ll likely

Learn more about Doug Burgum and his work at kilbournegroup.com.

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alaker took over as Fargo mayor in 2006. He was re-elected in 2010. This Fargo native graduated from Leonard High School in 1959 and attended North Dakota State University.

Walaker started his career with the ND Department of Transportation and began working for the city of Fargo in 1974 as a civil engineer. He eventually worked his way up to Fargo’s Director of Operations for Fargo.

MAIN GOALS FOR 2014

Whether to run for Mayor Mayor Walaker’s term ends in 2014.

He has been serving as the Mayor of Fargo since 2006. He needs to decide this year whether he will run again for the mayoral position.

Walaker’s Take “I’m leaning towards running again for one more term. I’d like to be here when we start the diversion.”

Flooding Flooding has been one of the biggest issues of Mayor Walaker’s term. He has helped the city fight through some of the biggest floods in history.

Many people still refer to him as Fargo’s hero after the 2009 flood.

Walaker’s Take: “Flooding has been a big part of my life and preparing for those types of events. Flood diversion’s probably the number one thing that we’re looking forward to starting in 2014.”

Getting water to the Red River Valley A steady water supply to the Red River Valley is a major concern for Mayor Walaker. It’s important we get water from the Missouri River to Lake Ashtabula to ensure Fargo has enough water.

Walaker’s Take “There’s a Task Force from the State Water Commission right now that the Governor put together to do a site review and an engineering review of getting water to the Red River Valley.”

A New City Hall A committee has decided that a new City Hall should be built in downtown Fargo. According to Mayor Walaker, this is a project that is overdue as different sections of the city government are spread across town.

Walaker’s Take “One of the other issues is that we can hopefully break ground for a new City Hall. This City Hall has seen its better days. It needs to be replaced.

When we do that, we need to come up with the right concept.”

Homelessness According to Mayor Walaker, there are 875 people on the homeless list in Fargo. Although it’s less than one percent of the population, it represents a major problem that Mayor Walaker says needs to change.

Walaker’s Take “What we need to do is create a place for these people to learn new job skills so they can go out and become part of our community. One of the things about the homeless that everyone has to realize is that nobody wants to be one.”

You receive calls from the national media about Fargo.

What are you telling them?

“We’ve increased the per capita income in North Dakota. I take downtown Fargo as the perfect example of changing the face of our community.

The Renaissance Zone has succeeded the dreams of the people that have initiated the legislation to allow us to create a Renaissance Zone. We’ve gone from an assessed evaluation of $20 - $30 million and we’ve increased it to over $200 million. That’s what this is all about. Not only does it provide renovated buildings with opportunities for housing – look at GameDay. What a perfect example of putting the best side of Fargo forward.”

What are some of your favorite things to do in Fargo?

“I definitely like the variety of places to take my family out. We have a mixture of locally owned and chains in our restaurants so people have a lot of choices… I’m a big movie fan. When they went digital, it’s phenomenal. I like the FM Symphony. My wife participates in what’s called the Marimba Percussion Group at Concordia. I have two grandsons that live in this community and they’re the joy of our lives as far as that is concerned. I have a job where I want to improve, if I can, lifestyle and opportunities.”

Learn more about Mayor Walaker at cityoffargo.com/CityInfo/Mayor.

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“I have a job where I want to improve, if I can, lifestyle and opportunities.”

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“I think 2014 is really going to be a transitional year for how the country views healthcare.”

PAUL RICHARD PRESIDENT

SANFORD MEDICAL CENTER FARGO 24

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2014 // Health

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ichard has been preparing for this job for the last 42 years.

The Horace, ND, native started working for what was then St. Luke’s in 1971 as a file clerk. He eventually went to law school at the University of North Dakota. From 1979 to 1998 Richard was in private practice while still doing legal work for the clinic and hospital. At the beginning of December 2013, he was offered the position as President of the Sanford Medical Center Fargo.

Healthcare Reform

New Sanford Hospital

2013 saw many changes for healthcare. This complicated issue has created a national conversation about how healthcare is provided and people are insured. Sanford has been changing quickly to keep up on the changing nature of hospitals and health. (Go to fargomonthly.com to read Richard’s entire interview on the healthcare debate.)

By I-94 and Veterans Boulevard a massive project has begun. This $494 million, one million square foot hospital will be 11 stories tall, hold 384 beds, have 51 ER bays and is expected to be completed around the end of 2016. Fifty-eight percent of Sanford patients come from across the region, so this new hospital hopes to act as an important regional hospital.

Richard’s Take “I think 2014 is really going to be a transitional year for how the country views healthcare. Whether the Affordable Care Act and healthcare.gov works is a technical issue but the reality is that I think how consumers interact with the healthcare system, how they buy their healthcare insurance, how we as providers live in this world (is going to change)... There are many unknowns for all of us, both on the consumer side and the provider side. Overnight things aren’t going to happen, but clearly things are changing. … We have been preparing for it and we are adjusting to things on the fly.”

Richard’s Take “We’ve been down here (downtown Fargo) since 1908. We have about 12 acres downtown, and there we have 109 acres. Ultimately there was this long-term vision that there would be, for lack of a better term, a new campus out there. We are very excited that we’re able to move that forward now.”

has driven a lot of those changes. I still remember when I got my first computer on my desk as a lawyer in 1987 and I didn’t really know what to do with it. Now I couldn’t live without it… It’s an honor to be in this role, and I will do my best to serve the organization and the community in the best way I can.”

What are some of your favorite things to do in Fargo?

“I have three kids so between attending hockey, football and soccer games, I’ve probably been to every venue there is in town.

You’re probably going to think this is weird, but actually my favorite spot is sitting in my backyard. The other place I really like to hang out at is Scheels Home and Hardware.

(Laughs)”

What’s it like to be President of the Fargo branch of Sanford?

“I know the organization and I’ve grown up with the organization. I recognize the changes that have occurred over 42 years… Like every other business in the last 40 – 50 years, you’ve had to change and evolve with things. Technology

Learn more about Paul Richard and Sanford at sanfordhealth.org.

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raynor is dedicated to nonprofits. Originally from Fargo, he went to law school at the University of North Dakota. After practicing law for a while, he moved to Bismarck and worked at the North Dakota Workers’ Compensation Bureau. In 2000 he took the job as President of Dakota Medical Foundation where he helps nonprofits achieve their ultimate potential.

Giving Hearts Day Giving Hearts Day is a 24-hour givea-thon. On Feb. 13, 2014, anyone can go to impactgiveback.org to donate to almost 250 charities. Dakota Medical Foundation started this “give-a-thon” in 2008 and received 1,452 gifts and raised $325,000. Last year they received 16,989 gifts and raised over $3.6 million.

Connected; 100 Percent Accountable; Attitude of Gratitude; Live to Give; The Time is Now.

Traynor’s Take “People are becoming aware. What’s so fun about it is that it’s not just us. It’s all these groups. Don’t kid yourself. They’re out connecting with donors and would-be donors.

On average, over 30 percent of the donations that they receive on Giving Hearts Day are brand new to the organization, which is a gold standard. It means that they got someone else interested in their important cause.”

Fundraising Training for Nonprofits One of the main goals for 2014 for the Dakota Medical Foundation is to continue to educate nonprofits on how to fundraise. They hope to have seminars, luncheons and a summit this year that will teach nonprofits how to fundraise as best as possible and achieve their maximum impact.

Seven Mindsets The Dakota Medical Foundation is working directly with the book “Seven Mindsets To Live Your Ultimate Life” to promote healthy choices and create empowerment. DMF will be working with area schools and the YMCA to teach these to children.

The seven mindsets are: Everything is Possible; Passion First; We Are

Traynor’s Take “Can you imagine if we all felt that everything was possible? It’s incredible. We are our mindset. We end up living out our mindset. This is a phenomenal program.”

Traynor’s Take “Our philosophy is to build the capacity of our partner charities to produce a better impact in our community. That’s a leverage strategy, because if we were trying to go out and do this on our own, we’re not nearly as impactful as if we help all these kinds of groups to be exceptional in fundraising. Our philosophy is ‘Teach people how to fish and they’ll eat for a lifetime’ as opposed to ‘Hand them a fish and they’ll eat for a day.’”

Why did you end up working for nonprofits even though you went to Law School?

“I wanted to be in a role that could have a significant impact in serving the community, serving others and making a difference. I felt that rather than helping one client with their legal issues, you could impact a lot more people in this role through helping others to serve. I’m in a role where we help nonprofits in their ability to serve. That improves the results of many… I saw it as a way to scale impact and make a greater difference while I’m on the Earth.”

What are some of your favorite things about Fargo?

“I love that we’re big enough to do a lot, but small enough to know a lot of folks. It’s a community that definitely cares about one another.

What I really like to do in Fargo is to connect people that love to do good for others. It’s really easy to do that in this community because this community really, really does want to help each other.”

Learn more about Pat Traynor and the DMF at dakmed.org.

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“I love that we’re big enough to do a lot, but small enough to know a lot of folks. It’s a community that definitely cares about one another.”

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“I’m not nostalgic for going back to a lot of hand labor... I am extremely excited for the future.”

CARL PETERSON PRESIDENT

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2014 // Agriculture

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eterson’s family members have lived and worked on their farm for almost 100 years. (2018 will mark 100 years since his grandfather purchased the land.) He is now the President of Peterson Farms Seed. In this role, he ensures that Peterson Farms Seed continues to produce seeds that provide a quality and effective yield year after year. He is very passionate about how to feed the seven billion people on the planet.

Technology in agriculture Farming is not what it used to be 50, 25 or even 10 years ago. Technology is constantly innovating the way farming is done. Now GPS steers tractors. Combines measure the yield of each field. Genetically modified seeds are allowing greater yields with less pesticide and water used, and increasing nutrition value and production. Peterson believes this boom in agriculture technology will allow the world’s burgeoning population to be fed.

Peterson’s Take: “There are seven billion people in the world today, and we’re expecting nine billion by 2050. In addition to that, there are millions of people every day who are climbing out of abject poverty and into a more middle-class lifestyle.

The first thing that you do when you’re living in poverty and you move to more of a middle-class lifestyle is you want to upgrade your diet. That means less rice, more beef and pork. In order to do that, it requires more grains, which is the factor that drives the ag economy.”

Disconnect between farmers and the public When you sit down for your evening supper, you probably don’t give a thought to how it got to your plate.

Although everyone is dependent on the work that farmers do, there has been a disconnect between farmers and the rest of the population.

Peterson’s Take: “You would expect people in New York, Chicago or big cities to be disconnected from agriculture, but it’s even here. I attend church in Fargo at one of the larger churches, and I visit with people, and their impression of what a farmer is and how things really work is often – not always, but often – rooted in a recollection of ‘my grandfather had a farm’ or something like that. A lot of times that’s a generation or a generation-and-a-half out of date.”

Your farm has been in your family for almost 100 years so you’ve seen agriculture change.

Do you ever get nostalgic for the small farms?

“My father grew up in the depression, and he used to talk about how, when they would haul beets, migrant workers would essentially pull the beets out by hand and hack the tops off of them and put them in windrows ... they used to come along with a potato fork, him and his brother, and load trucks by hand or horses ... picking corn by hand or running a Caterpillar and running all night in late October when it was cold and

there was no heat. He would say, ‘They call those the good ol’ days?’ No. I’m not nostalgic for going back to a lot of hand labor and uncomfortable working conditions, and I am extremely excited for the future.”

What are some of your favorite things do in Fargo?

“I’ll answer it this way. We have three kids, and six or seven years ago, we spent a better part of a week in New York. We went to Broadway plays and we went to restaurants and the Statue of Liberty and all that kind of stuff. We got home and sat around the table… and I said, ‘Ok. We’ve just been to the place that bills itself as the greatest city in the world. Tell me, what can we get there that we can’t get 20 minutes from our house?’ Here’s what we came up with. Well, we can’t have Broadway plays. That’s true, although we did just attend a production down at Theatre B last night. It was enjoyable – obviously it wasn’t a Broadway play, but it was nice. We don’t have the Statue of Liberty or those kinds of tourist attractions. Other than that ... more ethnic restaurants in New York City and Broadway plays were about all we could come up with.”

Learn more about Carl Peterson and Peterson Farm Seeds at petersonfarmsseed.com.

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ohnson knows what’s happening in Fargo. At the FMCVB, his primary job is to market the region for tourism, conferences and conventions. Before joining the FMCVB in June of 2013, he acted as a longtime TV personality. He worked as General Manager for KVLY and KXJB covering the Red River Valley. His most current job was as an anchor at WDAZ in Grand Forks.

Some exciting things coming up: The Fargo-Moorhead Visitors and Convention Bureau works on events far in the future. Here are a few things Johnson is excited about.

Agriculture Biotech International Conference: The Ag Biotech Conference brings together some of the best minds in the business to come up with solutions to solve global problems in agriculture. The 2016 conference will be coming to Fargo.

Johnson’s Take: “That’s the first time it’s ever been in the United States.

It’s the kind of thing that we really like to see, because it sort of fits into the wheelhouse of what goes on in the community. It’s a great thing for NDSU, because they do research, so we’re really happy to get that.”

2019 World Ploughing Contest: OK. They usually don’t work this far ahead, but there is a possibility that Fargo will host the 2019 World Ploughing Contest. What is a ploughing contest you ask? Well, it’s pretty much what it sounds like.

Farmers compete in different plowing events “to foster and preserve the art

and improve the skill of ploughing the land.”

Johnson’s Take: “It’s usually 31 countries and 62 teams, so a lot of people come. It’s an event that the people who participate in it do on a pretty regular basis both at national and international contests.”

New hotel rooms: On Fargo’s busiest weekends it can be difficult to find a hotel room. During the weekend of the Fargo Marathon, thousands of people flock to town. It is virtually impossible to find a hotel on that weekend. There are several plans for new hotels to open in the near future.

Johnson’s Take: “We have 4,600 plus hotel rooms in Fargo, Moorhead and West Fargo and by the end of next year – if construction season goes well – there should be 800 more.”

big events, but it’s cursed with the wonderful problem that it’s so busy that it’s really hard for us to get any access to it.

That’s one of the things that I’m looking forward to most in 2014 is the discussion going somewhere about the convention center. I don’t really care where it goes – downtown or at the FargoDome. We need it at either place. We can make it work at either place. Hopefully wherever it goes, it will have a hotel attached to it.”

What are some of your favorite things to do in town?

“There are so many good restaurants I wouldn’t want to insult any one of them by picking one of them in particular. There are a number of nice restaurants downtown, but there are also a number of great restaurants around the city and in Moorhead.”

What are your thoughts on a new convention center?

“Here at the CVB we strongly endorse the concept of a new convention center because there are quite a number of things that we could get to come here, but we don’t have space…

The FargoDome is a great place for

Learn more about Charley Johnson and the FMCVB at fargomoorhead.org.

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“Here at the CVB we strongly endorse the concept of a new convention center.”

CHARLEY JOHNSON PRESIDENT/CEO

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Business

Rick Berg and Sean Maki Rick Berg and Sean Maki are the masterminds behind the new search engine optimization and search engine-marketing agency in Fargo.

Words by Andrew Jason | Photo by J. Alan Paul Photography

Mega Bites

They’re young and they’re ambitious. It’s the recipe for success. Rick Berg, 30, and Sean Maki, 23, started Ad Shark Marketing last August. In the last couple of months, the company has taken off and shows no sign of stopping.

The Beginning of Internet Marketing

Berg started dealsnd.com in June 2011 and eventually sold it to savecoin.com.

That’s how he got started in Internet marketing. In January, Berg began working with Myriad Devices to do marketing for them. Word got out about his work and other companies began approaching him. Maki ran a company called Fargo Web Strategy. They merged their companies together and Ad Shark was born.

What is Internet Marketing?

Ad Shark offers two different areas of Internet marketing: search engine optimization (SEO) and paid advertising. With SEO they help companies achieve higher rankings on their website. (After all, a website is useless if nobody sees it.) They do paid advertising through Google Ad Words, Bing, Yahoo and social media ads. This is a great way to attract new visitors to your page. “If a customer has visited a website we can drop a tracking pixel on their browser and retarget them through ads on other websites,” said Berg.

Why Internet Marketing?

Some may wonder, why in the world do I need to market on the web? We’re glad you asked. Berg gave us the lowdown on why it needs to be done. “In terms of marketing, Internet is definitely very important because what we’re seeing now is that more and more people are using the Internet to make their purchases. A lot of time what happens is that they’re going to go to Google or Bing and search for what they’re looking for. It’s very important for a business to be visible online and have that presence.

They have to be able to be found by their customers otherwise it’s going to be difficult for them to gain them as a customer.”

CHECK THEM OUT YOURSELF

Their website has all of their information and will tell you everything that you need to know about the company.

adsharkmarketing.com facebook.com/adsharkmarketing twitter.com/AdSharkFargo

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Education

GROWING-GROWING-GONE?

The Balancing Act -

Fargo’s Enrollment Increase

By Sarah Tyre | Photos by Ben Gumeringer

Growth on the south and southwest sides of Fargo means tricky strategizing for the Fargo Public School District.

Juggling overcrowding, maintenance and enrollment predictions is a carefullyplanned balancing act.

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he Fargo Public School Board promises that their Long Range Facility Plan will cater to the need for new schools and maintain existing ones, while keeping a close eye on plans for future housing developments.

A recent demographic study conducted by Kansas-based RSP and Associates predicted that Fargo’s Public Schools will increase enrollment by 150-200 students per year for the next five years. These estimations bring the construction of a new elementary school

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in the Bluemont Lakes district at Ed Clapp Park, as well as plans for a second elementary school around 72nd Ave. S. in the next five to six years.

“If the economy remains robust as it is and continues to grow, if interest rates remain low, if the developers continue to see this as an opportune time to build not only homes but also commercial properties, we will continue to see the growth. If something were to happen – a major blow to the economy – that could change everything,” said Dr. Jeff Schatz, Fargo Public School District Superintendent.

Each year the school board is re-engaging the demographic study to ensure that the growth increase is still as predicted. “We will monitor and watch it closely for the next four or five years to make sure that if there’s changes in the trajectory of growth, either up or down, we make the appropriate adjustments that we need to for our operations,” Schatz said. Right now all indications are that the school district will continue to grow from the current 11,000 students to 12,000 in the next five years.

”If something were to happen – a major blow to the economy – that could change everything.”

Dr. Jeff Schatz is the Superintendent of Fargo Public Schools. He’s been in that position since July of 2012.

“As we move south, we want to make sure that we do two things,” Schatz said. “First: move with the growth, not be the reason for the growth. Second: make sure wherever we place new schools, we place them in areas where it’s considered to be the neighborhood school, and try to hold true to that concept.”

Dinah Goldenberg is the Fargo School Board President. She’s been the President since 2006.

The neighborhood school model is based on the older, smaller schools in North Fargo: 450-500 students, smaller class sizes and geographically close to neighborhoods with a lot of families.

The Ed Clapp Park Area stuck out as a condensed area in need of a neighborhood school. The proposed elementary school at that location will serve to alleviate the overcrowding that’s currently at Kennedy, Lewis and Clark and several other schools that are showing they will be at their limit in the coming years. The Ed Clapp Park School is scheduled to open in the fall of 2015.

“People in that area are excited to have a school their kids can walk to and is truly a neighborhood school,” said Dinah Goldenberg, School Board president.

A promise to keep the older schools on the North side open means repairs and updates to those schools. The most immediate updates include air conditioning systems for six district schools. A 10 year plan has been put into effect, budgeting maintenance and repairs in each of the district’s 22 buildings. “We are trying to be proactive rather than reactive,” Goldenberg said.

“We are trying to be proactive rather than reactive.”

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Education

Calculating the heat of a school district HEAT MAP This population density map shows student “heat� determined by calculating the number of students that are clustered within close proximity of one another. Most of the schools in the district are North of I-94, while growth continues on the far south end of town.

Showing the growth of a school district BAR GRAPH A demographic study predicted that the Fargo Public School District will continue to grow by 150 - 200 students per year for the next five years. That will bring the current 11,000 students up to 12,000 in just a handful of years.

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DOWNTOWN FARGO | (701) 232-2491

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StartUp Weekend THE POPULAR EVENT NOW FOR WOMEN | JAN. 24 | DAKOTA MEDICAL FOUNDATION

By Andrew Jason | Photos by J. Alan Paul Photography

It takes brains, courage and innovation to begin a startup. The North Dakota Women’s Startup Weekend is looking for women who have just that.

A Weekend for Women

SPEAKERS

This year Sherry Deutschmann and Kari Block will be the speakers. They are both successful entrepreneurs.

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Last March 60 technical, business and creative minds competed in a weekend long event to pitch business ideas and follow through with those ideas. One of the lead organizers, Susan Mathison, believes that it’s important that this time around it’s strictly for women. “We got to thinking that it might be a good idea to put on a women’s startup weekend. Sometimes women of all ages can have confidence problems. In a women’s only

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setting sometimes they feel more comfortable. This is to get people exposed to the idea of startups and entrepreneurs and interact with other participants,” Mathison said.

How it Works There have been over 400 Startup Weekends in 100 countries since 2011. This will only be the third ever women’s startup weekend.

The event will take place the weekend of Jan. 24. They are looking for 20 technical people (coders, developers, engineers), 20 designers

(graphics and web) and 20 business people (financial, marketing, public relations). At the start of the weekend everyone will pitch their idea for a company. Those ideas are then narrowed down to eight ideas and everyone forms teams.

Over the next 56 hours the teams frantically work together to design, code and market their product. At the end of the weekend, the teams will pitch their ideas and judges will vote on the winner.

Last year’s event Last March the first North Dakota Startup Weekend took place. It involved 60 men and women trying to come up with the next big thing.

The Speakers Along with the collaboration and brainstorming there will also be two guest speakers. Sherry Deutschmann is from Nashville and is the founder of LetterLogic, a lettershop company. Her company has been recognized as one of the 50 fastest growing companies in Tennessee. Kari Block, a North Dakota native, will also speak. In 1995 she founded Earthkind, a company dedicated to developing and manufacturing natural alternatives to eliminating pests and odors.

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To sign up, go to northdakota. startupweekend. org but hurry because spots are going quickly.

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New in Town

NEW Words by Sarah Tyre

Businesses in Fargo-Moorhead

From restaurants to fashion, business is booming in Fargo. We have the scoop on the new kids on the block, so you can get out and try them.

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Bottle Barn

Bangkok Corner

RETAIL Over 800 different domestic and import beers line the coolers of Bottle Barn on University. Wine connoisseurs can stop by the full-time wine tasting station. The in-store wine chiller makes any bottle the perfect temperature before arriving at your table.

DINING Roll on in to this Thai kitchen and sushi bar! The menu includes everything from Volcano Eruption Salad to fresh sushi rolls. Bangkok Corner specializes in bringing authentic Thai cuisine to the Fargo area.

2515 University Dr. S, Fargo | bottlebarnliquors.com

1450 25th St. S, Fargo | bangkokcornerfargo.com

Submit your new business to info@spotlightmediafargo.com.

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New in Town

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Grain Designs

Mindak Gold Exhange

HOME DECOR Three NDSU grads formed this modernindustrial home furnishing company in September, 2013. They specialize in crafting hand-made custom furniture out of salvaged materials. Check out their designs at facebook.com/graindesigns or @graindesignsfargo on Instagram.

RETAIL This gold exchange shop is actually a fully licensed precious metals dealer, so you can feel confident about the quality of service you are getting. They pay cash for all things gold and silver.

514 Broadway, Fargo | 701-566-5012

666 Main Ave. W, Ste. 3, West Fargo | graindesignsfargo.com

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Sweeto Burrito

Wurst Bier Hall

The beloved food truck is putting up a brick and mortar location in downtown Fargo. Now you don’t have to freeze while waiting for your burrito. The expanded menu will be sure to pique your interest. The food truck will still be stationed around town in the spring and summer.

If the German in you is craving beer and sausage, a stop at Wurst Bier Hall is in order. With 36 tap beers, a supple supply of sausage flavors and a full restaurant, this pub will have you saying “zum wohl” (cheers).

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DINING

630 1st Ave. N, Fargo

109 Broadway, Fargo | Search Sweeto Burrito on Facebook

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Shotgun Sally’s

89.1 - KNNZ FM

DINING The old Big D’s building transformed into something a little bit country and a little bit rock n’ roll.

Art is served on a plate and on stage. This bustling entertainment spot has something for the enthusiastic concert-goer as well as the experienced diner.

MUSIC Ken’s FM is a locally owned, public radio station dedicated to playing local music. The local music hour “Modern Rock World Wide” airs Saturdays midnight to 4 a.m. Various artists are broadcast throughout the week. To listen to Ken’s FM online go to kensfm.com.

1515 42nd St. S, Fargo | facebook.com/bigdsbarandgrill

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Brewery

The Science of

BREWING BEER {Fargo Brewing Company}

It may look like chemistry lab, but inside the Fargo Brewing Company’s brewery there’s a science behind what they’re doing.

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By Andrew Jason | Photos by Ben Gumeringer

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MATERIAL

It takes a lot to be able to brew as much as the Fargo Brewing Company. When we visited they had around 10,000 pounds of grain. How much they order at one time depends on what they are brewing.

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2. MASHING

3. BOIL KETTLE

4. WHIRLPOOL

Once all the necessary materials are gathered, the malted grains are thrown into a Mash Lauter Tun. Basically this means that all the ingredients will be mashed together. This becomes what is known as wort, an unfermented beer, which is basically sugar water.

After that it is moved into a Boil Kettle. This will boil the wort at 207 degrees, which sanitizes and stabilizes everything. It boils for 80 90 minutes. During this process they also add the hops. How much hops they add depends on the type of beer. “The earlier you put in the hops, the more bitterness you’ll get out of it, and the later in the process the more aroma and flavor,” said Aaron Hill, one of the founders.

The entire process is internally plumbed.

The wort goes to the Whirlpool. This process gets rid of any of the solids left.

For this particular brew, it will yield about 20 barrels or 700 gallons. They will also add more hops here for hoppy beers.

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Brewery 7. CONDITIONING TANKS

Once the beer reaches the conditioning tanks it matures and is artificially carbonated. This is where beer takes on the form you recognize.

The brew will sit in the conditioning tanks for one to three days.

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8. CANNING LINE Fargo Brewing Company’s canning machine is capable of canning up to 2,100 cans per hour, or 35 cans per minute. They have to sort and line up the canned beers by hand after it is canned.

Last February

we were at the Fargo Brewing Company’s new brewery the day after they purchased the building. Take a look at the transformation that has occurred in the last 11 months.

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6. THE FERMENTER

This is the part that takes the longest. It can last anywhere from five to seven days.

During this process the yeast is added. They usually ferment the wort at 62 degrees for three to four days before crashing it, which means they run a cooling agent through the jacket of the fermenter.

This drops the temperature to 35 degrees and the yeast is separated.

fargobrewing.com WANT A TOUR? Most Saturdays, the Fargo Brewing Company offers tours of their brewery at 610 University Dr. N, Fargo.

You must register on their website, fargobrewing.com.

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Photos

A NIGHT OF SONG & DANCE

Fargo Monthly hit the town to find out what was happening. We stopped by the FM Opera’s Gala at the Hilton Garden Inn last month for a night of wonderful music and great people.

2nd Annual Snowball Gala

To learn more about the FM Opera, go to fmopera.org.

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Photos

FLINT’S CLIENT HOLIDAY PARTY

Last month Flint Communications, AdFarm and Media Productions threw a heck of a party.

The theme for the event was fire and ice. It got hot as hundreds of people packed the Plains Art Museum for the fun environment and delicious food.

Fire and Ice Party

Photos by mjoy Photography

To learn more about Flint Communications, go to flint-group.com.

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Photos

GOLF ADDICTION

The New Golf Addiction

Hate that you can’t play golf six months out of the year? Golf Addiction can fix that problem now. We were at their party last month. Check them out for yourself at 4474 23rd Ave. S, Fargo.

Photos by J. Alan Paul Photography

To learn more about the Golf Addiction, go to golfaddiction.biz.

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Fashion

Hot

Stuff

Winter in Fargo is the stuff of legends.

When winter rears its ugly head in the Valley, the last thing you want to be is unprepared. Local boutiques gave us some insight to this year’s winter trends, showcasing everything from boot socks with bows to fur vests, so you won’t be caught off guard this season.

Text and photos by Meagan Pittelko

Lot 2029 PEEK-A-BOOT SOCKS These boot socks sport buttons, lace and frills for added fashion flair. Available in a variety of colors, the socks spice up any outfit (and keep your legs warm on long walks across campus or to work!).

612 Main Ave, Fargo | lot2029.com

Apricot Lane Fashion scarves are good for most winter days, but when the windchill hits negative double-digits, you’ll want one of these cozy scarves keeping your neck warm. These scarves, which come in a variety of patterns at a variety of prices, are a wardrobe must-have.

WINTERY SCARVES

West Acres Mall | apricotlanefargo.com

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Kittson BOOTIES These winter booties are perfect for wearing around your house, apartment or dorm on cold nights.

They’re affordable and come in fun wintery prints, so grab a pair for your sister or best friend while you’re at it!

610 Main Ave, Fargo | shopkittson.com

Kittson POM POM HATS Whether you’re having a bad hair day or have a long trek across the frozen valley this winter, these warm and stylish hats will keep your ears nice and toasty all season long.

610 Main Ave, Fargo | shopkittson.com

One World SWEATER MITTENS These sweater mittens are handmade by a local artist. Not only are they thick and cozy, but the mittens come in every color and pattern imaginable. Whether you like brightly colored stripes or subtle neutrals, there’s bound to be a pair of mittens to suit your personality.

614 Main Ave, Fargo | facebook.com/OneWorldBoutique

Lot 2029 Fleece lined leggings in solid colors are, according to Lot 2029, all the rage this year.

The leggings come in multiple colors and are sure to keep your legs warm on long walks across campus or to work.

FLEECE LINED LEGGINGS

612 Main Ave, Fargo | lot2029.com

What’s you’re favorite winter fashion? Email info@spotlightmediafargo.com.

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JAN. 31 AT 7 P.M. AT THE HUB

BY ANDREW JASON | PHOTOS BY LOLA VISUALS

Fashion has found its new home. On Jan. 31 the Josef’s Annual Fashion Awards, more lovingly referred to as JAFA, is returning to The Hub for its ninth show. It continues to grow year after year. Read on to learn about the most fashionable show in Fargo you may have never heard of.

This wild outfit and makeup was created by student Danae Vansickle and modeled by Sarah Korpi.

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Katie Lynnes created this fun hairstyle and dress.

Sarah Whitaker modeled it.

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Shelby Tagestad designed this and Michelle Pierce modeled this outfit.

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What it is JAFA is a student competition that hopes to provide motivation and inspiration for students as well as professionals. Josef’s School of Hair Design’s three campuses will compete against each other, bringing almost 100 students together. There will be individual competitions, and one school will then be awarded a traveling trophy. Along with the students, 30-40 professionals will compete. Three students and one alumnus will win an all-expense paid trip to the TIGI Academy in New York City.

What you can expect Did you watch the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show last month? If so, you know what to expect. (Sorry guys. The models won’t be at JAFA.) This will be a full-out fashion show. A production team from Minneapolis is coming to choreograph dances and models, and there will be videos and DJs to ensure an exciting show. According to Elaine Olivieri, co-owner of Josef’s School of Hair Design, “the atmosphere is electric.”

What they do This year, the competition will be broken up into different categories: women’s cut and color, makeup (which is dollthemed this year), and two avant-garde categories: jungle and sci-fi. The students must compete in at least one category and choose what other categories to compete in.

What you need to know Some years they have to turn people away from The Hub because it’s so crowded. They usually see a crowd of 2,000 people at the shows. Olivieri recommends that if you’re going, get there early. Along with the show, there will be several guest judges. The Global Creative Director for TIGI Professionals, Nick Irwin, will also be coming for the show this year.

josefsschoolofhairdesign.com facebook.com/jsohd twitter.com/Josefs_School

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Entertainment

The FM Ballet

By Andrew Jason // Photos by J. Alan Paul Photography

Bourreé. Plié.

Frappé. No, these aren’t drinks served at your favorite coffee shop. These are all ballet moves, which can be seen on display at any of the FM Ballet performances.

That’s right, FargoMoorhead has its own professional ballet company. It’s time to get to know the FM Ballet.

The Beginning In 2005, Matt Gasper, Artistic Director of the FM Ballet, started the troupe with only five members.

Today, the number has grown to 16 professional dancers. The troupe includes dancers of all ages — from the six-year-olds in their children’s ballet, to older dancers in the advanced troupe. The goal is to get as many people involved as possible.

on to professional ballet companies in other cities.

Supporting a Ballet Company As with most arts companies, one of the biggest challenges for the FM Ballet is funding. Last month’s Nutcracker Suite cost around $45,000 to produce. However, interest in the FM Ballet has

notably increased since the inception of the ballet company. “Fargo’s come a long way from the earlier days and the number of people who come to see the shows and how receptive they are to ballet as an art form of theatre,” said Jessie Johnson, president of the Board of Directors.

The Start of a Career The FM Ballet is often used as a starting point for peoples’ career. “One of the neat things is that it allows a lot of high school students to dance a lot, and then they go off to college,” said Mikal Kenfield, one of the original members of the FM Ballet. Some members have even moved Mikal Kenfield, Matt Gasper and Jessie Johnson take a break from rehearsal of the Nutcracker Suite.

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Full food menu served 10am-10pm Daily (11am Sunday)

Practice Makes Perfect

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The FM Ballet rehearses at Gasper’s School of Dance in Fargo.

701.271.0092 Importance of a Ballet Company “Fargo, as it grows, needs a ballet company because it helps employ so many people beyond just the dancers as artists. People don’t understand how it (the arts) affects the overall economic development of the community. Whether it’s the orchestra, opera or ballet company, people don’t understand that it helps economic growth by paying the artists. The artists then in turn buy things in the community, and then in return support other functions, and it’s an ongoing cycle.”

– Matt Gasper, Artist Director for the FM Ballet

Last month the FM Ballet was hard at work perfecting their art for their performance of Nutcracker Suite.

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Toscana specializes in cuisine that is as close to traditional Italian as you can get without being in Tuscany.

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Restaurant & Bar

Chris Herner Herner is a bartender at Mezzaluna in downtown Fargo. Make sure you stop by and check out the Grey Goose tap there. It’s the only one in the state.

MIXOLOGIST Bartending is so much more than making a rum and Coke; it’s an art. Chris Herner, a bartender at Mezzaluna, showed off his skills and gave us some insight into the sciBy Andrew Jason | Photos by J. Alan Paul Photography ence of properly slinging drinks.

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sweet and sugary, but now there is a resurgence of the classic cocktail. “We like to bring our own spin to the classics, even with liqueurs like Absinthe and Chartreuse, and playing around with those. I find that people enjoy a cocktail like it’s a nice glass of wine.”

That freedom has led to a lot of experimentation at Mezzaluna. For a long time, drinks have been focused on all things

Herner’s love for the job doesn’t end with the creative freedom, though. He also loves the social interaction with the regulars. “It really feels like the ‘Cheers’ bar of Fargo, although a little more aesthetically pleasing.” He prides himself on the fact

erner has been bartending at Mezzaluna for the last year.

He worked at corporate bar/ restaurants before coming to Mezzaluna. That transition was, in his words, a “relief.” “We all have a lot of creative freedom here,” he said. “I’m allowed to create my bitters and everything. The creative freedom is very nice.”

that he gets to know his clientele. “It’s nice when they come in, to go around and give them a handshake and ask, ‘How was your day?’ It’s also great to find someone who’s never been here and make them a regular.”

When you break it down, it doesn’t have to be rocket science. “Simple can be very elegant. Take, for instance, a Manhattan: bourbon or brandy, bitters and sweet vermouth. Easy as that. Stir it or rock it, but it’s simple to do and delicious.”

DRINK LIKE A PRO

Herner made us one of the cocktails he came up with himself. See if you can replicate the drink yourself.

The Other Word 1 oz. Grey Goose Citron ¾ oz. Chartreuse ½ oz. St. Germain Elderflower ¾ oz. Lime Juice Combine the ingredients in a cocktail shaker.

Shake it all together with ice and pour into a champagne coup glass.

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Excludes pitchers and discounted drinks or specials. One drink per person, per day.

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Dining

Lobster Mac ‘N’ Cheese

Pubsteak Sandwich

Want to have mac n’ cheese like you’ve never had before? Green Mill is your place. The trottole pasta comes with sauteed langostino lobster, MontArmore cheese and toasted bread crumbs along with a creamy cheese sauce.

In the front of Usher’s is Monk’s Pub, where you can get their awesome Pubsteak Sandwich. If you just want to relax but get the same amazing food, sit at the bar with a brew and order this delicious sandwich that comes with a 6 oz. flank steak with red onion, spinach and bleu cheese and served open faced on rustic Italian bread.

Green Mill

Monk’s Pub

3340 13th Ave. S, Fargo greenmill.com/fargo-nd

Beer Cheese Soup

Cannoli

Known for its awesome daily specials, Bertrosa’s also features great staple lunches. Their beer cheese soup is a customer favorite and is served with croutons for dipping.

This traditional cannoli is dipped in chocolate and stuffed with a sweet ricotta chocolate chip cream cheese. Can you say “yum?”

Bertrosa’s

Find them on Facebook 118 Broadway N, Fargo

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ushershouse.com/ monkspub (connected to Usher’s) 700 1st Ave. N, Moorhead

Santa Lucia

santaluciainc.com 1109 38th St. S, Fargo

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BURGER

OF THE MONTH!

Bacon Cheeseburger From grilled mushrooms to pickles, this bacon cheeseburger is packed with a bit of everything. And there’s more – customers can also choose from extras like jalapenos and Bar-B-Q Sauce.

With so many options, there’s no way to go wrong. This burger is sure to satisfy your hunger all the way.

Five Guys

fiveguys.com

2877 45th St. S. #100, Fargo

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PIZZA

OF THE MONTH! T-Rex This was the five-time winner of “Grand Forks Best Pizza.” This award winning pizza made the move with Rhombus Guys down to Fargo and we love it!

Rhombus Guys

rhombuspizza.com 606 Main Ave, Fargo

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Mighty Mo

Deep fried potato salad

Are you hungry? If so, the Mighty Mo is the right meal for you. This cheeseburger grinder is filled with a 1/2 pound of chopped sirloin, melted cheese, diced tomatoes, banana peppers and so much more. It’s a must have.

Another odd one from Sickies, but you can’t beat how good this tastes. Deep fried with panko crumbs, the inside of these little balls of yummy are filled with cool tangy potato salad. And it is even 1/2 off during their Happy Hour!

Smiling Moose

smilingmoosedeli.com 2877 45th St. S, Fargo

Sickies Garage

sickiesnd.com

2525 9th Ave S, Fargo

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SANDWICH

OF THE MONTH!

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Grilled Veggie Panini This yummy looking sandwich is for all those vegetarians out there. Four slices of cheese are grilled on whole grain bread and it’s filled with the finest green pepper, onion, tomato, cucumber and olives.

Josie’s Corner Bakery Find them on Facebook 524 Broadway N, Fargo

Italian Beef Sandwich Check out Bertrosa’s overflowing beef sandwich. You may get the meat sweats afterward, but it’s well worth it.

Bertrosa’s Find them on Facebook 118 Broadway N, Fargo

Popovers Pop on over to the Doublewood Inn and try their best treat, freshly baked popovers. They’re made continually throughout the day so each breakfast, lunch and dinner rush gets a new batch of fluffy goodness.

Bistro 13 (Doublewood Inn) doublewoodinn.com/dining 3333 13th Ave S, Fargo

Peanut Butter Pizza Trust us, it’s good. Actually, it’s great. Peanut butter, pepperoni, jalapeno and pineapple. Somehow, it all works.

Xtreme Pizza Kitchen

xtremepizzakitchen.com 1404 33rd St. SW, Suite D, Fargo

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Dining

Barbecue Glazed Bison Meatloaf This is a new take on the classic meatloaf. The bison meatloaf is so soft, it melts in your mouth. It comes with roasted corn salsa and crisp onions that are so good, you can eat them on their own.

Mezzaluna

dinemezzaluna.com 309 Roberts St. N, Fargo

Lobster Corndogs This before-dinner treat is lobster tail meat served with their house aioli sauce that’s made with Sriracha, roasted garlic and honey. It’s worth checking out.

Beefsteak Club

bscfargo.com 612 1st Ave N, Fargo

Coconut and Cashew encrusted Walleye Fish never tasted so good until the day you ordered this unique dish from Monte’s. It’s savory and paired with great sides. Make sure to order one of their refreshing cocktails to finish your meal.

Monte’s

montesdowntown.com 220 N Broadway Dr, Fargo

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Musicians

At The Emporium Kurtis Karn and Adam Jones were part of the original At The Emporium and have produced their new album “Driving Eleanor.”

Don’t Call It A Comeback!

It started with the movie “Dazed and Confused.” If you’re a fan of the movie, you may remember that the Emporium is the name of the pool hall where all the seniors hang out.

It was a natural fit for the new band that Adam Jones and Kurtis Karn were forming. At The Words by Andrew Jason · Photo by J. Alan Paul Photography Emporium was born.

Their Heyday

The band first got together in 2008 and for three years rocked Fargo-Moorhead.

During the heyday of their career, they performed for thousands of people at the Hub, constantly filled venues like the Windbreak and Big Ds and they traveled across North Dakota and Minnesota performing their exciting covers and fun original music.

Rising from the Ashes

All good things must come to an end, and in 2011 the real world began to catch up with the band and kids became a part of their lives. They split up… until now. Like the

Phoenix rising from the ashes or Britney Spears’ music career, they are making a comeback.

Jones and Karn, two original members of the band, have been working on an album for the last two and a half years.

“We never really stopped making music. We stopped performing,” said Karn.

Driving Eleanor

Their new album is titled Driving Eleanor. (For those who are wondering, Eleanor is Karn’s Buick Century.) The album features 10 original songs. It can be found on iTunes, Amazon and Spotify. More information on their work can be found at attheemporium.com.

Some of the bands At The Emporium takes influence from are Mayday Parade, New Found Glory, Senses Fail and All Time Low.

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TREBELLION Without A Cause

Sovereign Sect member Alex Schaleben has been getting national attention for his solo project, TRebellion. Until recently, his identity was concealed. We were pleased to sit down with the Fargo native to talk about his recent success on Electronic Dance Music (EDM) websites like trapmusic.net and edmsauce.com.

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Music

SETH HOLDEN’S

MUSIC SPOTLIGHT In my 20 years as a musician, including over a decade in the business, I have learned a few things I think every aspiring young musician should know. If you want to make your passion your career, you will have to make some sacrifices. Times will get tough, but if the end result is that you get to do what you love and make a career out if it, the hard work and struggle will pay off. These are by no means all it will take; just a few things I’ve learned that I think will help.

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Practice, practice, practice! If you want to play music for your career and you’re no good at it, good luck.

A huge part of making it in the music business is being at the right place at the right time. But, if you have no talent or skill, no one will care about you after your five minutes of fame are up. A perfect example is Vanilla Ice. He was at the right place at the right time but couldn’t rap to save his life. How’s he doing?

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Have a strong work ethic. This career will be no different than any other career. The promoters that will hire you and the agents that will sign you are looking for people that are willing to put the time, work and effort into being successful. If you don’t have a strong work ethic, you won’t get far in any career, especially music.

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Learn to live on the bare minimum of expense. You’ll always be broke. Spend wisely. The little you do have, put it in the right place, otherwise you may be forced into a dilemma with my next point.

If you want to make your passion your career, you will have to make some sacrifices.”

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Never attach yourself to anything you’re not willing to give up in the blink of an eye when your opportunity comes knocking. If this is what you want to do, then DO IT! A job, college, girlfriend/boyfriend could potentially cause you to throw a golden opportunity away. I’m not saying you should panhandle, practice celibacy or not educate yourself, but you need to be free to take opportunities. They don’t come around that often, so make sure everything else in your life can wait, or you’ll find yourself waiting for an opportunity that may never come again.

Make connections and learn the business. Start collecting people and make as many connections as you can. Go to other band’s shows, go to festivals, spend time with other musicians and seek out mentors who can help you understand the business.

Make this your education. The music business is all about who you know, not what you know. Meeting the right people and learning the business could help you with my next point.

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Never fully trust an agent or a promoter. Their passion is for money and yours is for music.

Most of the time, all they want is to make money off you. Unfortunately, they are a necessary evil so BE CAREFUL.

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Surround yourself with likeminded people. If you take the points above to heart, you need to make sure your bandmates do too.

Being in a band is very much like being in a marriage in the fact that neither will last very long if those involved don’t have the same goals, direction or willingness to do what it takes to make it successful. The creative differences that you will have with your mates will be difficult at times, but if everyone has the same goal, this will be the point you can all come back together and agree on. All for one and one for all.

Never stop having fun, and be grateful. Remember that playing music is fun and when it’s your “job” you will never really work, you’ll just be one of the fortunate ones that gets paid to share their art with the rest of the world. Never forget how lucky you are if you make it, there are a million people that would give anything to take your place!

I hope this will help, now go make it happen!

Reach Out... seth@spotlightmediafargo.com SETH HOLDEN IS A LOCAL PROMOTER AND DRUMMER FOR SEVERAL LOCAL BANDS. HE IS ALSO THE CIRCULATION MANAGER FOR FARGO MONTHLY’S PARENT COMPANY, SPOTLIGHT MEDIA.

Music Calendar

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LIVE MUSIC

January 2014 | Live Shows

The Aquarium

226 BROADWAY, 2ND FLOOR (ABOVE DEMPSEY’S) DOWNTOWN

2nd - Brookdale 3rd - Post Traumatic Funk Syndrome 4th - Royal Canoe 9th - LabRat 10th - GhostHandPunch 11th - Sovereign Sect 17th - Go Murphy 18th - More than Lights 23rd - Har Mar Superstar 26th - BoomBox

Bar Nine

1405 PRAIRIE PKWY #301, WEST FARGO

Cadillac Ranch

2525 9TH AVE. S. (INSIDE THE HUB) SOUTH FARGO

WEST FARGO

15th - The Pony show 22nd - The Vinegar Strokes 24th - Ciro & Topher 29th, 30th - David Lee

3rd - Troubadour 10th - Silverado 17th - Rhyme or Reason 24th - Boomtown 31st - Jared Blake

The Key to the Music City. Tell us who your favorite local act is by emailing info@spotlightmediafargo.com.

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Dempseys

226 BROADWAY, FARGO DOWNTOWN

10th - Poitin 24th - San Haven Chuckle 31st - Poitin

Maxwells

1380 9TH ST. E, WEST FARGO WEST FARGO

2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th - Dave Ferreira Trio

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Hotel Donaldson

101 BROADWAY, FARGO

JT Cigarro

4554 7TH AVE. S, FARGO WEST FARGO

DOWNTOWN

2nd - Auratone 9th - Blu Wailers 12th - Singer Songwriter Night 16th - Jackie Myers Band 23rd - Heavy is the Head

O’Kelly’s

3800 MAIN AVE, FARGO

3rd - Back 4 more, 4th - Arena, 10th - Roosters, 11th - SOL, 17th - Boomtown, 18th - Cats and Dogs 24th - 40 Watt, 25th - Ciro and Topher Show 31st - Rhyme or Reason

Pickled Parrot

505 3RD AVE. N, FARGO

SOUTH FARGO

10th - Blues Valley Band 17th - Plow Boyz Unplugged 24th - Blind Joe 31st - C.O.D.

DOWNTOWN

3rd, 4th - Contention 10th, 11th - Loy Ave 17th, 18th - Ska Skank Redemption 24th, 25th - Scotty G & The Follow Me 31st, Feb 1st - Mourning After

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Red Raven

916 MAIN AVE, FARGO DOWNTOWN

Speck’s

2611 MAIN AVE, FARGO SOUTH FARGO

3rd - Brat Pack Radio 4th - Urban Myth 10th - Boomtown 11th - Tripwire 17th - Save Me CJ 18th - October Road 24th - Slamabama 25th - Contention 31st - Shane Martin

3rd, 4th - C.O.D. 10th, 11th - Twice as Hard 17th, 18th - Hometown Zero 24th, 25th - Road Trip Radio

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Spirit Lounge

3803 13TH AVE. S, FARGO SOUTH FARGO

3rd, 4th - The Coolers 10th, 11th - Fuse 17th, 18th - Helena Handbasket 24th, 25th - S.O.L 31st, Feb. 1st - San Haven Chuckle

Windbreak

3150 39TH ST. S, FARGO DOWNTOWN

VFW Downtown

202 BROADWAY, FARGO DOWNTOWN

VFW: West Fargo

308 SHEYENNE ST, WEST FARGO WEST FARGO

3rd, 4th - Anthony Chaput 10th, 11th - C.O.D 17th, 18th - The Groove Tones 24th, 25th - Fancy That 31st- Neptune Men

4th - The Roosters 10th, 11th - Hollywood Knights 17th, 18th - Silverado 24th, 25th - The Coolers

Mike Dragosavich Front Fenders

2nd, 3rd - Slamabama 4th, 5th - Feedback 9th - Save Me CJ 10th - Chris Brooks 11th, 12th - 8th Hour 16th - 24Seven 17th - Hitchville 18th - Sell Out Stereo 19th - October Road 23rd, 24th - The Roosters 25th - Iron Horse 26th, 30th - Redline 31st - Tripwire

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Event Calendar

EVENTS EVENTS EVENTS January 2014 | Event Calendar

Community

Music

Artist Opening Reception: Amber Fletschock ART

3rd from 7 - 9 p.m.

Fletschock’s first solo exhibition features exploratory paper cut assemblages that contain both whimsy and a subtle richness. The event runs through Feb. 3rd, 2014. For more information go to ecce216.com. ecce art + yoga 2 16 B r o a d w a y N , F a r g o

Nightlife

Sports

The New Year’s Revue – Gems of Broadway COMMUNITY

Art

Family

Dakota Territory Gun Collectors COMMUNITY

3rd and 4th at 7:30 p.m. & 4th and 5th at 2 p.m.

The Fargo Moorhead Community Theater will ring in the New Year with its annual New Year’s Review. They will celebrate some of the best Broadway musicals ever written. Go to fmct.org for tickets to this allages show.

The Stage at Island Park

4th 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. & 5th 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.

Buy, sell and trade firearms, optics, knives and reloading components. This show will also feature rare gems collections, WWI and WWII memorabilia, and Western memorabilia. For more information call Bill at 701-642-6970.

Fargo Civic Center

Michael Johns – Hypnotist

My Generation: Let’s Take It Over! FM Emerging Artists

207 4th St. N, Fargo

333 4th St. S, Fargo

State of the Cities COMMUNITY

NIGHTLIFE

ART

9th from 8 to 9:30 a.m.

The mayors of Fargo, West Fargo, Moorhead and Dilworth will all be in attendance to answer your questions and discuss their visions for the cities and how your business will be affected by changes and growth. Go to fmwfchamber.com for more information.

Hilton Garden Inn

9th, 10th & 11th at 8 p.m. & 10:30 p.m.

Come out and see the famous Vegas hypnotist for a show that will keep you hilariously entranced. Tickets are $8 Thursday and $15 Friday and Saturday. Go to courtneyscomedyclub.com for more information.

Courtney’s Comedy Club at the Days Inn 600 30th Ave. S, Moorhead

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9th

9th from 6 to 10 p.m.

This opening reception and after party will feature a chat with the curator, music by Supercruiser and The Alleles, and of course, artwork by up-an-coming local artists. Go to plainsart.org for more information.

Plains Art Museum 704 1st Ave. N, Fargo

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9th Myriad Mobile Downtown Party

Photo by Ben Gumeringer

NDSU Women’s Basketball vs.

Fort Wayne

Photo by J. Alan Paul Photography

American Genius COMMUNITY

SPORTS COMMUNITY

9th from 4 to 5:30 p.m.

Myriad Mobile is throwing a re-naming party and you’re invited! Come to ecce art + yoga to celebrate in an evening of free food, drinks and fun on Myriad.

Go to myriaddevices.com for more information. ecce art + yoga

9th at 7 p.m.

This will be the Summit League home opener for NDSU. The Mastodons, who finished 13 – 17 last year, will travel to the Bison Sports Arena to take on the women’s basketball team.

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11th at 7:30 p.m. & 12th at 2 p.m.

This masterwork is third in a series by the FM Symphony. It will feature works

by Leonard Bernstein, John Adams, Aaron Copland and Jonathan Leshnoff.

For ticket information go to fmsymphony. org or stop by the WDAY tower.

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Twins Winter Caravan SPORTS

10th at 5 p.m.

The 54th annual Winter Caravan will stop in nearly 50 Twins loving communities. Some of the players and broadcasters who are tentatively scheduled to appear at this event include Anthony Swarzak, Trevor Plouffe, Terry Steinbach, Bert Blyleven and Dave St. Peter.

The Venue at The Hub 2525 9th Ave S, Fargo

P!NK MUSIC

11th at 7:30 p.m.

The Truth About Love Tour, originally scheduled for Oct. 27 but postponed due to P!nk having vocal cord issues, will be at the FargoDome. P!NK's sixth studio album spent three weeks at the number 5 spot on The US Billboard Hot 100 Charts. More information at fargodome.com.

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Awesome Art Afternoon FAMILY

11th at 1 p.m.

If you have a young crafter in your family, save a trip to the hobby store and bring them to this creative event for kids.

All materials are provided, and kids can take home what they make. Adult supervision is required; all ages welcome.

No admission charge. Visit fargoparks. com for more information.

Robert D. Johnson Recreation Center 11 0 4 2 n d A v e . S , F a r g o

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16th KVLY Bridal Prevue COMMUNITY

Kids Klub FAMILY

12th from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

If there are wedding bells in your future you will want to be sure to check this bridal show out! Hundreds of vendors will be showcasing all of today’s hottest fashions, trending venues and ideas for your big day! There will be door prizes given out all day, a fashion show and of course the grand prize -- a wedding package valued at over $15,000! For more information go to bridalprevue@ valleynews.com.

Fargo Civic Center

13th at 6:30 p.m.

It’s time for kids to learn about nutrition.

This class will be taught by Mariah Prussia of Xtreme Measures. This class is for kids age 4 to 12 and will be held at the Scheels store on 45th St. Scheels

Pint-Size Explorers: I Like to Move It!

Fargo Force Coaches Pool Party

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Youth Ice Fishing Derby FAMILY

15th at 1 p.m.

Bundle up, grab your fishing pole and see what you can catch at this ice fishing event. South Woodhaven Pond is stocked with perch, bluegill and northern pike. Holes will be pre-drilled for this all-ages event; competitors must be 15 and under. Registration is at 12:30 p.m., no admission charge. Visit fargoparks.com for more information.

Woodhaven South Park & Fishing Pond 4802 Woodhaven Dr. S, Fargo

207 4th St. N, Fargo

NDSU Men’s Basketball vs. Omaha

FAMILY FAMILY

15th from 3:15 to 4:45 p.m.

Different feet, bodies and tails all move differently. Come to the Red River Zoo to find out how animals like to move it, move it! Warm up with some hot chocolate, make your own animal tracks to take home and find out why animals don’t need to wear boots in the winter.

Admission is $10 for members and $15 for nonmembers. Go to redriverzoo.org for more information.

Red River Zoo

SPORTS

15th from 4:30 – 7 p.m.

This will be a fun family event for Force Fans that will be broadcasted live on 740 AM The Fan! Swim with the players from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. Dinner will be served from 6 - 7 p.m. Tickets are $8 for adults, and $5 for kids. For more information visit fargoforce.com, or e-mail whitney@fargoforce.com.

Shipwreck Bay Pool Area at the Holiday Inn

16th at 7 p.m.

In the Bison’s Summit League home opener the NDSU Men’s Basketball team will take on the Mavericks.

Tickets can be purchased at gobison. com.

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17th

Photo by Ben Gumeringer

17th Fargo Force vs. Indiana Ice SPORTS

18th Improvised Shakespeare Company

Lady Antebellum MUSIC

COMMUNITY

17th at 7:05 p.m.

Throwback Night! Fargo Force will be sporting the FM Sugar Kings team jerseys circa 1973 - 1975. A live jersey auction will follow the game. It’s also Youth Hockey Night: $7.95 for all youth hockey players. More information at fargoforce.com.

Scheels Arena 5 2 2 5 31 s t Ave . S , F a r g o

17th at 7 p.m.

You would think that performing Shakespeare is hard enough but Concordia’s Improvised Shakespeare Company will create a fully improvised play in Elizabethan style. Go to concordiacollege. edu for more details and to purchase tickets.

Concordia's Frances Frazier Comstock Theatre

18th at 7 p.m.

The Take Me Down Tour with Kip Moore & Kacey Musgraves was originally scheduled for Nov. 19, but has been rescheduled for Jan. 18. Tickets are still available at fargodome.com.

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Fargo Force vs. Indiana Ice SPORTS

18th at 7:05 p.m.

It’s Ag Appreciation and Boy Scout Night at the Scheels Arena while the Fargo Force play against Indiana Ice. For more information, visit fargoforce. com.

Scheels Arena 5 2 2 5 31 s t Ave . S , F a r g o

Hockeyfest FAMILY

20th at 1:30 p.m.

Bring the hockey fanatics in your family to this all-ages event. There will be a movie, open skating and carnival games set up for all lovers of this sport.

No admission price; just bring your skates and have fun. Visit fargoparks. com for more information.

Scheels Arena 5 2 2 5 31 s t Ave . S , F a r g o

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Comedian Eric O’Shea NIGHTLIFE

21st at 7 p.m.

Eric O’Shea has over four million hits on YouTube and was nominated six times for the National Comedy Performer of the Year by Campus Activities Magazine. Check out ndsu.edu/campusattractions/special_events for more information.

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23rd

24th The Fab Four MUSIC

24th

Red River Valley Boat & Marine Product Show COMMUNITY

23rd at 8 p.m.

Far elevated above every other tribute group, The Fab Four will have you thinking you are watching the real Beatles.

The band showcases every stage of The Beatles ever-changing musical styles through all the favorite songs and three costume changes. Doors open at 7 p.m. for this all-ages show. For more information go to jadepresents.com.

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YPN Happy Hour: Fargo Brewing Company COMMUNITY

24th from noon to 9 p.m., 25th from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. & 26th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For all you anglers and future anglers out there this is a show you won't want to miss. Featured Seminar Speakers Jim Carroll & Dave Csanda will be giving tips and pointers. There will also be a live trout pond for the kids! Adult tickets are $7.50, kid tickets are $2.50, five and under are free. For more information go to fargodome.com.

The FargoDome

23rd from 5:15 to 7:30 p.m.

Fargo's Young Professionals Network invites you to come see what the Fargo Brewing Company is all about. This is a free event and no registration is required. Appetizers will be provided, drinks are on your own nickel. Go to fmwfchamber.com for more information.

Fargo Brewing Company

Lance Thorn: Cloudscapes Opening Reception

The Singers

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Fargo Force vs. Waterloo BlackHawks SPORTS

24th at 7:05 p.m.

It’s Men’s Night at the Force game! All you can drink draft beer mugs will be available for $15 for men 21 plus.

TGI Fridays will also be giving away coupons at the game. For more information, visit fargoforce.com.

Scheels Arena 5 2 2 5 31 s t Ave . S , F a r g o

24th from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Meet Minnesota artist, Lance Thorn. His exhibition, Cloudscapes offers a diverse variety of digital photos that invite the viewer to see cloudscapes as a poetic extension of the landscape. The exhibit runs through March 9. For a glimpse of Thorn’s work go to lancethorn.com. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for seniors and free for children 12 and under.

The Rourke Art Museum 521 Main Ave, Moorhead

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24th at 7 p.m.

The Singers are an ensemble based out of Minneapolis and will be performing at Concordia’s Memorial Auditorium.

They’re dedicated to performing worldclass choral literature. More information on the group can be found at singersmca.org and you can learn more about the concert at concordiacollege. edu.

Concordia College’s Memorial Auditorium 9 01 8 t h St . S , M o o r h e a d

Photo by Ben Gumeringer

Women’s Basketball vs.

South Dakota State SPORTS

Fargo Force vs. Waterloo BlackHawks SPORTS

25th at 2 p.m.

In the classic rivalry, the Bison will face off against the Jackrabbits. This will be a tough game as South Dakota State has been playing well this year. Purchase your ticket at gobison.com.` Bison Sports Arena 16 0 0 U n i v e r s i t y D r . N , F a r g o

25th at 7:05 p.m.

It’s T-Shirt Giveaway night courtesy of CI Sport. Tshirts will be given away at the door. Be sure to arrive early, you don’t want to miss out on this event.

For more information, visit fargoforce.com Scheels Arena 5 2 2 5 31 s t Ave . S , F a r g o

Music of the Sun MUSIC

25th at 7:30 p.m.

The pioneering string quartet band Ethel will perform with Grammy winning Native American flutist Robert Mirabal in a stunning program inspired by the sun mythology of Native America. Tickets are $28 at mnstate.edu/perform or 218236-2126.

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Max Fights SPORTS

25th at 6:30 p.m.

The best live MMA fighting in the upper plains returns to The Venue.

Be sure to come out for a night of feuding fun.

Find all the information at thehubfargo.com. Tickets can be purchased at tickets300.com.

The Venue at The Hub 2525 9th Ave. S, Fargo

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31st

31st,Feb. 1st & 2nd Liquid Ice Midwest Promo Girl Competition MUSIC

29th at 9 p.m.

Ladies in Fargo can enter to compete weekly at the Wild Vine for travel and cash prizes. The Liquid Ice Midwest Promo Girl Competition will run from Jan. 29 to Feb. 26. The competition consists of three categories: Liquid Ice Logo Wear, Evening Wear and Anything Goes. Each week, two winners qualify to compete in the final competition in March. More information available at thehubfargo.com.

The Wild Vine at The Hub

Feb 1st Lake Winnipeg Ice Fishing seminar

Midwinter Piano Festival MUSIC

COMMUNITY

30th at 7 p.m.

Planning a trip to go fishing on Lake Winnipeg? The experts at Scheels will teach you how to catch those elusive greenback walleye. Sign up for the seminar by calling the store at 701298-2918, or stopping by the fishing shop.

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30th, 31st from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. & Feb. 1st from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

This festival will showcase several great piano concerts. David Viscoli from Minnesota State University Mankato will perform on Thursday at 7:30 p.m., Concordia’s own John Roberts will perform Friday at 7:30 p.m., Concordia’s Dr. David Worth will present a lecture on Saturday at 10 a.m. and there will be a Concordia piano students recital at 1 p.m. on Saturday.

Concordia’s Christiansen Recital Hall in Hvidsten Hall of Music 9 01 8 t h St . S , M o o r h e a d

Fargo Force vs. Omaha Lancers

Monster Jam FAMILY

SPORTS

31st at 7:05 p.m.

It’s season ticket holder appreciation night at the Force game, courtesy of Buffalo Wild Wings! For more information, visit fargoforce.com.

Scheels Arena 5 2 2 5 31 s t Ave . S , F a r g o

31st at 7:30 p.m. and Feb. 1st at 2 & 7:30 p.m.

Bring the kids out to see the biggest performers on four wheels! Watch as monster trucks soar over and smash through obstacles. Tickets range from $46 to $11. For more information go to fargodome.com.

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Trampled By Turtles MUSIC

Feb. 1st at 9 p.m.

The Duluth natives return to Fargo for a show full of banjos, guitars and lovelorn fiddles. Doors open at 8 p.m. for this all-ages show. Go to jadepresents.com for more information.

The Venue at The Hub 2525 9th Ave. S, Fargo

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Feb 2nd Cross Country Ski Race SPORTS

Feb 1st Family Winter-ific Day FAMILY

Feb. 1st at 9 a.m.

Break out your skis and beat the winter blues with some cross country exercise.

Race in a recreational 5K or go for the 6K and 9K; youth can compete in a 1K or 3K. $15 for adults and $10 for kids (17 and under) gets you a spot in the race, lunch, and a T-shirt. For more information and to register visit fargoparks.com.

Edgewood Golf Course

Feb. 1st at 1 p.m.

The Fargo Park District is hosting an outdoor day of fun for all families. Take a sleigh-ride, race each other on your sleds or rent some cross-country skis and get your exercise in. Activities and rentals are free for this all-ages event. Visit fargoparks.com for more information.

Edgewood Golf Course

Frozen Fantasy Family Dance

Fargo Pond Hockey Classic – Youth

NDSU Women’s Basketball vs.

Denver SPORTS

Feb. 1st at 2 p.m.

NDSU will faceoff against Denver for the first time at the Bison Sports Arena.

Tickets can be purchased by gobison. com.

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FAMILY

Feb. 1st from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

This all-ages semi-formal dance is sure to make some winter memories for you and your family. Dance to the DJ, enjoy refreshments and get a keepsake photo taken at the professional photographer's booth. Tickets sold at RDJ Rec Center and at the door: $8 for adults, $4 for kids 3-18, 2 and under get in free. Visit fargoparks.com for more information.

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Feb. 2nd to 3rd at 10 a.m.

Teams of six can register and compete for the title of best rag-tag hockey team at this annual event. Co-ed teams are welcome; kids 14 and under can participate. Registration must be in by Jan. 29. The $110 fee covers a guaranteed four games, Fargo Force tickets and a tournament T-shirt. Visit fargopondhockeyclassic. com for more information.

Outside Scheels Arena 5050 30th Ave. S, Fargo

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