Fargo Monthly July 2016

JULY 2016

COMPLIMENTARY

Why sports in FargoMoorhead is about far more than just the game

Patio Guide Trollwood Perfoming Arts School A Preview of TEDxFargo 2016

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ADDITIONAL FEATURES 44 TIPS FOR BISON TAILGATING Bison Illustrated Editor Joe Kerlin gives a few tips and what to look forward to when it comes to Bison tailgating this fall.

53 INSIDE LOOK: BLVD PUB We got an inside look at this new bar and restaurant on Veterans Boulevard as they were preparing for their late June opening.

59 PATIO GUIDE Looking to grab a drink or some grub on one of Fargo-Moorhead's great patios? We've got the perfect list for you.

COVER STORY

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FROM THE BLEACHERS

We caught up with a few of our local teams to talk about their sports from the view of the bleachers, and to find out why they're so dedicated to making their fan experiences top notch for the community.

64 THE ARTS PARTNERSHIP'S ANNUAL CHALKFEST 2016 Take a look at a few different reasons why you should attend this great event for the arts this summer.

68 TROLLWOOD PERFORMING ARTS SCHOOL After 38 years of serving the local arts, many don't realize how much Trollwood goes above and beyond the stage and what their role is in the community.

72 PREVIEW: TEDXFARGO 2016 TEDxFargo keeps getting bigger and better each year and as one of Fargo-Moorhead's staple events, we wanted to provide a preview on what you can expect from the various speakers and the exciting activities that will be taking place at the event this month.

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RESOURCES Anticipation Index Event Calendar Live Music Calendar Drink Specials Monthly Finds: Outdoor Entertainment & Grilling 119 Go Fargo Jobs 92 95 103 107 116

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COVER BLOOPERS We’d like to give a shout-out and a huge thank you to one of the FM RedHawks mascots, Ole, for being on our cover this month. We had a blast doing the photo shoot and I think it’s obvious he had some fun with it too. Thanks again Ole!

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ou know, I’m not the biggest sports nut you’ll ever meet. But in the stories you’re about to read, you’ll learn why I think our sports leagues are another reason FargoMoorhead is a great community to be a part of.

Sometimes, I think people can pay too much attention to certain individuals or the scoreboard and forget about the traditions and camaraderie that come with these sporting events, especially in Fargo-Moorhead. We live in a city where many residents don’t have to think twice about going to a game. It’s just tradition. That’s what we do around here. And why is that?

Is it because we have the best teams around? Is it because our teams are winning all of the time? Probably not.

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go to great lengths so that you have a good time, no matter what is happening on the field or the ice, and I think that’s pretty neat.

When I was talking to Fargo Force Vice President of Business Operations Whitney Baumgartner, she talked about how this past season they had a benefit game in honor of fallen Fargo police officer Jason Moszer and the overwhelming response of the community.

She told me, “That night, tickets sold out in advance for the game, which I think speaks to this community and how people rally around that kind of stuff. That’s what’s great about FargoMoorhead and having a team here.

The community is so tightly knit and you can really tell.”

And I think, as you’re reading these stories, you’ll realize that statement sums things up pretty well.

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From The Bleachers Some might say that it's all about the game, but that's not exactly the case when it comes to Fargo-Moorhead's unique sports leagues. We caught up with a few of our local teams to talk about their sports from the view of the bleachers, and to find out why they're so dedicated to making their and fan experiences top notch for the community. When it comes down to it, local tradition goes far beyond just the game.

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July Promotions July 7

Back Pack Giveaway! The first 1,000 fans receive a RedHawks Back Pack thanks to North Dakota State College of Science.

July 14 Business Day Game! 12:30 p.m. first pitch brought to you by Budweiser & D-S Beverages. Post-game concert presented by NetWork Center, Inc.

July 8

Post-game FIREWORKS thanks to Buffalo Wild Wings.

July 22 Post-game FIREWORKS!

July 9

Scarf Giveaway! First 1,000 fans receive a RedHawks Scarf thanks to AmericInn. Inflatables in the playground thanks to Games Galore.

July 10 Kids run the bases after the game thanks to Erbert & Gerbert’s.

July 11

$1 Klement’s Hot Dog Night!

July 12 The Sweet Right Brothers return!

This dynamic duo will have you laughing all night. Check them out at sweetrightbrothers.com. Brought to you by The Stadium Vendors.

July 13 Post-Game Autographs! All RedHawks players will sign autographs down the 3rd base line after the game. College Night!

Students with valid college ID get $3 GA tickets!

July 23 T-Shirt Giveaway! The first 1,000 fans will receive a RedHawks Red T-Shirt thanks to Algorithme.

July 24 Children’s Day and Hawkeye’s Birthday brought to you by Sanford Children’s. First 1,000 fans (17 and under) receive a RedHawks draw string bag.

July 25 $1 Klement’s Hot Dog Night!

July 26 First 500 Kids 17 and under receive a free Kids

Meal thanks to Klement’s Sausage Co. and the first 500 fans (18+) receive a free appetizer voucher from Ruby Tuesday.

July 27 PBR Night and Koozie Giveaway! First 1,000 fans 21+ will receive a RedHawks PBR Can Koozie. Enjoy a special price on Pabst Blue Ribbon all night long!

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FM RedHawks Fargo-Moorhead’s Minor League Baseball Team You might have heard that they’ve got the bases covered for fun, and it’s definitely true. The FM RedHawks have been keeping their baseball traditions strong in the community for the last 21 years, and it goes beyond just the sport itself.

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Tradition

For those unfamiliar with one of FargoMoorhead’s most notable sports franchises, the FM RedHawks is an independent minor league baseball team that was started in 1996 as a member of the Northern League. Before transitioning to the American Association four years ago, the RedHawks claimed five league championships in the Northern League.

And in their 21st season this summer, they’re still going strong when it comes to not only bringing the great American pastime of baseball to Fargo-Moorhead, but engaging with fans and the community to keep them coming back for more every summer.

New Additions

With being a staple part of FargoMoorhead events, the FM RedHawks and Newman Outdoor Field have to keep things fresh with new elements each season. It might be promotional giveaways, theme nights or new between-inning games for fans, but this year they are implementing something special.

This season marks the grand opening of brand new party decks at the stadium that are currently available for booking.

The Armadillo Party Pavillion along the

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right field foul line, and the Third Base Party Deck are essentially like the suites that are seen in the upper decks of the stadium, but bigger. The party decks hold a couple hundred people and have their own beer taps, making it the perfect spot to host private events for large groups of people.

“If a company wants to do, let’s say, an employee or customer appreciation type of event, they can mingle with each other and not disrupt other fans.

They have their own source of drinks and food comes with the ticket,” said Director of Promotions and Merchandise Karl Hoium. “It’s been a long time coming and something I’ve been fighting for the last few years, and so far the fans have been very excited and forthcoming about it.”

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The Fan Experience

There’s a reason why attending a RedHawks game is a summer must for most residents, and it’s because of the unique and exciting game experience that has been in place since day one.

“I think definitely, in the beginning, they did a great job of getting themselves

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out there and recognized,” said Hoium.

“There’s a great baseball history in this town to begin with, and that helps, but the fact that on a beautiful summer day, where can you go to be entertained, be

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adults can’t go wrong with planning a fun night out at a game.

outside, and have some drinks and a good time? Or take your entire family?

Either way, it’s good for everybody. I think that’s a huge draw.”

The FM RedHawks and Newman Outdoor Field seek to do just that, to be an outdoor entertainment destination for people of all sorts. One unique aspect is the family-oriented atmosphere of games at the stadium, and it comes from a whole lot more than just the friendly energy of the mascots like HawkEye, Ole and the superfan.

If the kids can’t sit still, you can let them play on the stadium’s playground or have them jump it out in the blowup bounce house along the right field foul line. Not to mention that anyone in the audience can participate in games played on the

field between innings, trivia that goes throughout the course of the game or simply catch some apparel from the t-shirt cannon. The overall entertainment value is unique in how it satisfies and engages a wide variety of people. Plus, there’s a firework show on Friday night games, and who doesn’t love to watch fireworks in the summertime?

“I don’t think there are many places in town you can bring a family of four and probably get entertained and fed for under $30 or $40, so we’re pretty proud of its affordability,” said Hoium.

But again, RedHawks games are for everyone, not just kids and families, and you don’t have to even understand baseball that much to have a good time.

Many like to spend a nice summer day outdoors with a cold beverage in one hand and a hot dog in the other. With a designated Beer Garden, an upper-level bar and plenty of tasty ballpark fare,

“As far as outdoor entertainment in this area goes, I think we’re unique. The fact that we’re outside is the best part about us. I always hear people refer to Target Field as the best outdoor bar in Minneapolis, and I think we could probably argue that we are here. So that’s always cool. And the addition of the party decks will be huge for us,” said Hoium.

There are also many ways that the FM RedHawks get out there in the community to give back to their fans.

Whether it’s working with groups such as Cully’s Kids or area Babe Ruth teams, having players visit schools and libraries, aiding area groups and teams in fundraising work, or even the mascot, HawkEye’s, offseason reading program for kids, the RedHawks have exemplified what it means to give back to the community that keeps them going.

The FM RedHawks are doing something right when it comes to keeping their fan experience alive and growing, which is why most residents don’t even have to think twice about going to games every summer. In Fargo-Moorhead, it’s tradition, plain and simple.

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Fargo Force

Fargo-Moorhead’s Junior Hockey Team

When the temperatures outside start to drop, many residents know that means it’s time to head indoors to watch the Fargo Force hockey team play at the SCHEELS Arena. Not a game goes by that the Fargo Force and everyone behind the scenes of the team aren't working hard to create an unforgettable experience for fans, regardless of what’s happening on the ice.

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Many tend to confuse the Fargo Force with other professional hockey leagues, but there are obviously some differences.

To clear things up, The Fargo Force was founded in 2008 and is one of 17 teams in the Tier 1 United States Junior Hockey League.

“It’s pretty much the top of the line that players can go to before they head to college,” said Vice President of Business Operations Whitney Baumgartner. “A lot of guys that come to our team once they make it, they’re either already committed or hoping to get into a Division I college commitment. Some players have also been drafted in the NHL or are up to be drafted.”

The age range of players is 16 to 20, and many of them attend high school locally at Fargo South High. Another mistake commonly made by the public is thinking that the players are paid, but they’re not, otherwise they loose their NCAA eligibility. Between two-a-day practices

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and full days of school, plus traveling, these players keep extra busy.

The Fan Experience

At the end of each season, the business team behind the Fargo Force and the SCHEELS Arena hold meetings to discuss promotions and fan engagements to find out what works and what doesn’t, because they value what their fans think. And they know that the more interactive they are, the more excited people get about being there.

“We know that not everyone that comes here is going to be a hockey fan. We want to make it a full entertainment experience from the second someone walks in the door to when they leave,”

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said Baumgartner. “You definitely don’t want to take away from the product on the ice or the game either. But we do want to try to attract those fans that might just be looking for a fun night out with friends or with family.”

And they do that in more ways than you can count. The Fargo Force works closely with plenty of sponsors to give away a number of notable prizes every game with crowd intermission games such as “Chuck a Puck,” “Dance for your Dinner” or “Fired-Up Fans” and so much

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more. There’s something going on at every possible moment to engage fans in more ways than just what’s happening on the ice. And heck, if you don’t want to dance to get a pizza delivered to your seat, you could simply be picked as a random member of the crowd to win a prize.

“We’re all about the fan experience. We really focus on families. That’s our main target market,” said Baumgartner. “Even in years past we’ve had a couple of losing seasons but we didn’t really see

our fan base drop too much, so I think that’s just a testament to how much we do focus on that fan experience. That we want to make sure it’s not all about the game, it’s about everything all together.”

Giving Back

The Fargo Force stops at nothing to give back to the community and the fans that support them. Whether that’s by working with Cully’s Kids, having an elementary school reading program, having players visit schools and hospitals, holding a Teddy Bear Toss for local day cares and hospitals or raising funds through themed games such as Hometown Heroes night

or Purple & Pucks night for local charities– and the list truly goes on and on–it’s obvious that the Fargo Force is always doing something for a good cause.

“Last year we did about 300 hours of different community events and we were also able to raise just over 60 thousand dollars for different charities that we support,” said Baumgartner. “We definitely try to give back as much as we can and help out the community too, which is what many other teams here do and I think everybody does a really good job at that. I think that’s what's great about Fargo-Moorhead and having a team here, the community is so tight knit.”

So, maybe you’re looking to have a fun night out with friends to escape the cold, or maybe you want to do something fun with the entire family. Maybe you don’t even like hockey, or maybe you eat, sleep and breathe it. No matter who you are, there’s a way for everyone to have a good time being a fan, or even a casual spectator, at a Fargo Force hockey game.

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Jade Johnson is the all-star on the team, averaging two goals a game.

FC Fargo Fargo-Moorhead’s Semi-Professional Soccer Team

Tim Singleton and the team at FC Fargo are hoping to bring soccer into the mainstream in Fargo-Moorhead. With only one loss through the month of June, if they keep up their winning streak, that might not be as hard to do as you would think.

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Head Coach Tommy Nienhaus Roster 26 with seven countries represented

The Diverse Makeup

With seven countries represented in their roster, FC Fargo is a melting pot for Fargo-Moorhead. Players hail from countries ranging from South Sudan, England and Benin. However, they all have one common goal: a desire to play soccer.

“We had a fair amount of people come back from last season, probably a little less than half,” said Singleton, Founder of FC Fargo. “They are from all over and all sorts of different types of backgrounds but they seem to be gelling together nicely, as the results on the field have shown.”

However, it’s a local guy who’s stealing the show. Jade Johnson is originally from West Fargo. He is currently averaging two goals a game and is in the lead for the Golden Boot, the award

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given to the player with the most goals at the end of the season.

“He lives in Jamestown now and he commutes to practice everyday,” said Singleton. “In fact, the first game of the year, he ran a marathon in the morning and then scored a goal in the game that night. He’s an amazing dude.”

Keeping The Dream Alive

Playing in the American Premier League, FC Fargo faces off against teams like Duluth FC, Minnesota TwinStars and Granite City FC. Many of the players on FC Fargo are chasing their dream of playing professional soccer. Players like forward Archie Suah

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came all the way from Philadelphia to play. Midfielders Fiaz Musa and Mach Choul are both from South Sudan but are now living in Des Moines, I.a.

They came up to Fargo to play for the season.

It’s not uncommon for Singleton to receive emails from people across the world who are looking to play for FC

Fargo. Singleton has received emails from people in Ghana, Jamaica, Gibraltar and Greenland. He always responds, “If you can get here, you can try out.”

“Once you get your name on the map, there’s a finite amount of teams so they want to come play and keep the dream alive,” said Singleton.

The Fan Experience

FC Fargo has an unofficial motto.

“Act as if…” What Singleton hopes to impress on his staff and players is that they try to act as if they’re a professional organization, even though

they might not have the same resources as other organizations out there. FC Fargo is trying to create a professional soccer team in Fargo.

“The quality on the field is amazing,” said Singleton. “These guys are worth paying to see. We more than likely could beat a handful of division four teams and it’s 100 percent the team that we’re supporting. If you like good soccer, Fargo has a very good soccer team. I think we’re putting a very good product out on the field.”

It’s not just on the pitch that FC Fargo is shining, though. The team is trying to get involved in the community by

participating in community events such as a soccer tournament in September.

They also volunteered at the Fargo Marathon, handing out waters to the participants. Singleton also promises to be giving away plenty of kids’ tickets to their next home game on July 16.

There are also ways for the community to become involved with FC Fargo, though. Anyone can join the Founders Club, which will get you season tickets, concession coupons, free gear and more. For a $25 joining fee plus $10 a month, you can help FC Fargo continue to grow. Go to fcfargo.com/essentialgreen-founders-club to join.

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Fargo Invaders Fargo-Moorhead's Semi-Pro NSFL Football Team

If you were to know one thing about the Fargo Invaders football team, it’s that they truly put the “pro” in semi-pro football. With heaps of college ball experience among the players, a dedicated coaching staff and a noble board of directors, it’s safe to say that this local team is far more than just backyard football.

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History

The Fargo Invaders were founded in October 2013 by current President Matt Petznick and Shane Stephenson, who were, at the time, captains on a local team called the FM Lumberjacks as an extension out of Brainerd, Minn.

“It was a guy from Brainerd trying to do all of the work for the team in Fargo and Brainerd so we kind of said, ‘Okay, we can try to do something local with the captains we have and create our own local presence,’” said Petznick. “So, we just took the idea of semi-pro football and wanted to make it ours instead of an extension of Brainerd.”

And the Fargo Invaders were born.

They created a managing organization with a board of directors, got the logo designed, placed an order for jerseys, held a combine and got accepted into the Midwest Premier Football League, which is now known as the Northern States Football League after some rebranding a few years back.

The Invaders went on to play their first game in May 2014, went 8-2 that year and won their league championship.

They’ve been going strong ever since, with plenty of wins and players leading league records.

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Head Coaches Brent Lundgren, Derek Bakken Roster Approximately 58 active players League Northern States Football League

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With the Invaders’ season being in the summer, that means they hold an NFL-like combine for team tryouts every November and December. The only real criteria for the team is that players must be above 18 years of age, but Petznick says that college experience is pretty crucial to them at this point.

“Our oldest guy is 42 and our youngest is 19, so it’s a pretty big age range. But

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really, it’s a lot of guys in their mid-20s who came out of college ball and are looking to just keep playing or get more tape to move on somewhere else,” said Petznick. “It’s a bunch of guys with good character and a lot of talent.

We’ve got a couple of great former NDSU players such as Jeremy Gordon, Tony Stauss, Josh Gatlin, which is cool for us and for football fans around here.”

The team starts practice in January every year with practice once a week until the league games start in May when there are games every weekend.

There are 10 regular season games and playoffs set up like the NFL with semifinal and championship games.

Many teams in the same league as the Fargo Invaders are based out of places such as St. Cloud, Minn.; the Twin

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Cities, Willmar, Minn. and Duluth, Minn., but every now and then the Invaders will play cross-league bowl games with teams out of Bismarck or Grand Forks.

The Fan Experience

The Fargo Invaders have their fair share of fan engagement strategies with things such as halftime game activities for fans, a cheerleading squad and ticket giveaways, but their fan engagement goes far beyond the bleachers at the Shanley High School stadium where they play.

As a certified 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization, the football team is also dedicated to giving back to the community and being active with fans and local organizations. Lately, they’ve been working with organizations

such as the Muscular Dystrophy Association, Roger Maris 61 for 61 and Big Brother Big Sister to raise community awareness at their games, in addition to doing outside volunteer work at events.

At the end of the day, the Fargo Invaders are giving back to their loyal fans and maintaining a caring role in the community. And even though they average around 500 fans at home games, Petznick said they’re still working on growing the team’s recognition throughout the city to create an even bigger fanbase.

“We would love for it to be as big as something like the RedHawks and have it be on everyone’s mind when it comes to what they want to do on the weekends when we have games,” said Petznick. “It’s just word of mouth I guess. We don’t really compete with any other football events in the area, and there are definitely enough football fans here, too.”

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The Fargo-Moorhead

Roller Derby Teams FM Derby Girls & Rock City Riot

These Fargo-Moorhead roller derby teams will bring you nothing short of an action-packed good time at one of their bouts, and that’s why these lean, mean (just during matches) skating machines are doing everything that they can to make sure everyone in the community knows not to miss out on the fun.

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Fundamentals

The FM Derby Girls started in 2008 and became a member of the WFTDA league (Women’s Flat Track Roller Derby Association) in 2012. That means that the team plays under a very specific set of rules and they play teams within their range of rankings based on a world scale. The Rock City Riot men’s team started in 2010 with the instrumental help of the women’s league to get if off the ground. They’re a part of the MDRA league (Men’s Roller Derby Association), which works closely with WFTDA and essentially shares the same structure and set of rules.

When it comes to making one of the derby teams, it’s no cake walk. Naturally, you have to be 18 or older to be a member of each team, but it also takes a strong body and mind. That’s why the leagues hold a three-month class of “fresh meat” practices, which they are currently involved in now, to find who’s properly cut out for the rink. At the end of the class, skaters have to pass a minimum skills test to make it on the teams.

“Right now we do a good amount of combined activities and sometimes we’ll do double-header bouts in a night, but we’re completely separate entities,” said FM Derby Girls President Samantha “Seducci” Adducci. “And right now the Derby Girls is just one full team. In the past we’ve had a top traveling team and then a few others we would split up into, so we plan on doing that in the future again.”

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Rosters Currently in “fresh meat” tryout process, league allows 20 chartered and 14 skaters on a roster for a game Leagues WFTDA (Women’s Flat Track Roller Derby Association), MDRA (Men’s Roller Derby Association)

The derby season lasts from November to May each year with the occasional traveling bouts outside of the season, and all home bouts take place at their current turf of Skate City in South Fargo.

Starting from Scratch

“When roller derby first started in Fargo, we didn’t have our first bout until like 2009 or 2010 because we had to practice and build the team. But we

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used to have a huge fan base and we sold out every time we played at the Civic Center,” said Adducci.

The FM Derby Girls have stayed strong, not just for taking punches during matches, but for the adversity they’ve faced in the last few years. A couple years back, the team suffered a blow when they discovered that a rogue team member was embezzling funds from the team.

“People thought we died off. Since that happened, a lot of people fell out of it and some people moved or retired, but we’re working hard to build that back up and remind people that we’re still here.

We’ve done as much as we can, like doing more things in the community and doing more events that will get our name out there,” said Adducci.

“We’re kind of in a different boat. It’s different with men’s derby, it’s one of

base in general, there’s a good chance you’ll see these skaters out at plenty of citywide events to show tribute to their fans and the community. the few sports where women are the dominant side of things and it’s really unique,” said League Liaison Cal “Cal Cutta” Olson. “There are a lot of people that don’t even know the men’s team exists. It’s just one of those things where we ride the coattails of the girls a little bit.”

The Fan Experience

It’s no secret that the fan experience at a derby bout is going to be unlike anything seen at a typical sporting event.

You’ll see plenty of action with fights, punches, falls and more. And like most sporting events, the derby girls will have themed nights for their bouts, offer group discounts, hold contests, host mixers all over the region and will engage guests with crowd interaction games during breaks.

But since the FM Derby Girls are building their fan base back up with the men’s team doing the same to get a bigger fan

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Both the men and women’s derby teams frequently skate the trails at StreetsAlive! every summer. They like to be involved with as many outdoor events that they possibly can, especially with walks or runs where they can help set up or cheer from the sides. They’ve also been involved with reading programs at the local libraries.

“We’re slowly trying to get our name back out there, but we’re not exactly in the position to spend big bucks and plaster our name everywhere. We’re basically building ourselves from the ground up,” said Adducci.

To this day, the fan experience is there in full force at every bout. The FM Derby Girls are stronger than ever with the Rock City Riot following suit. Nothing is going to stop these folks from hitting the rink and proving to their loyal fans and everyone else that they’re here to stay.

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Parking Lot Party Bison Style We’re two months away from kicking off another season of Bison football. But who’s counting? Want to be a part of the festivities this year? Of course you do. Here are some tips and tricks to enhance your tailgating experience.

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Some Guidelines

Rules are generally for the military and school, but there are several you should keep in mind so you can enjoy your experience without getting booted out of the tailgating festivities.

• If you’re under 21, don’t drink. There’s security walking around the lot and they will bust you. Don’t get a ticket, be smart • If you are over 21 and you’re drinking, conceal your beverage in a plastic cup or mug so no one bothers you.

• Drinking and driving is still against the law.

• This isn’t a music festival. Clean up after yourself.

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Getting in the Lot

It’s important to distinguish that there are two separate lots for fans to park their tailgating rigs in. But just because there are drastic differences in terms of acquiring your spot, that doesn’t mean you can’t mingle with whoever you want while tailgating at the Fargodome.

• Reserved Lot. Good luck getting a pass in there because the spots are pretty much filled with people who have had reserved spots for over 10 years.

The reserved lots are E, F and G (north).

• General Admission tailgating lot, Lot G (south), opens five hours before kickoff. It’s on a first come, first serve basis. Get there early to lineup on 17th Avenue North. And if you have a set time you think will be early enough, go even earlier. The line tends to form the Friday night before games.

Quick Tips

What’s on the Menu?

If there’s one thing that matters more than having a good time with your Bison brethren, it’s what’s on your plate. The food around the tailgating lot is extravagant and the smells while wandering the rows of Bison trucks and trailers are mouth-watering good. But you need to have a plan for what’s going on the grill/smoker throughout the season. Some fans like to theme their dishes around the Bison opponent. Rabbit soup, for example, is a popular dish during South Dakota State week. Here’s a rough look at what’s on my tailgating menu for the 2016 season.

• Aug. 27 Charleston Southern – Stuffed Meat Loaf • Sept. 10 Eastern Washington – Casserole Roulette • Oct. 1 Illinois State (Homecoming) – Whiskey Egg Nog French Toast • Oct. 15 South Dakota State – Smoked Rabbit (Steak) Chili • Nov. 5 Youngstown State – Deer Sausage w/ Cloverdale meat sampler • Nov. 12 Indiana State – Thanksgiving Dinner

• Go even if you don’t have a ticket to the game. Plenty of people in the tailgating lot don’t have tickets and will migrate with you to watch the game on TV. Remember, the lot does close 30 minutes prior to kickoff.

• Don’t be a mooch. Bring a rolling cooler to transport your own beverages, and have some extra cash on you to donate to the tailgaters that are nice enough to feed you.

• Good luck making a phone call. If you need to meet your friends somewhere, go to the alley that cuts down the middle of the lot.

• Thundar Alley and the Bison Corral are two great spots to congregate if you don’t have a spot in the lot.

• Make the opposing fans feel welcome.

It's your responsibility to uphold NDSU's reputation. Plus, we're probably going to win anyway, so what's the point?

• Move around. The best way to experience Bison tailgating is to check out other tailgating spots and visiting friends all over the lot.

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EAT & DRINK Break out of your normal dining routine and try something new this month from a few great local bars and restaurants.

thai chicken pizza This pizza is full of bold and refreshing flavors with its housemade sweet chili sauce, mozzarella cheese, fresh peppers, red onion, snap peas and fireroasted chicken. And it's topped with a special housemade peanut sauce and fresh cilantro for the perfect touch.

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smokehouse a la carte With the new NoBull Smokehouse menu, you can build your own platters and dishes with their various a la carte options. This one has tasty dry-rub ribs and a smoked sausage complemented by sides of "Best Beans" mac 'n' cheese, homemade sweet pickles and your choice of sauces.

NoBull Smokehouse

609 NP Ave. N, Fargo nobullfargo.com

peach-o If you're a fan of that popular peach gummy candy, then this might be your new favorite drink to sip on. This enticing cocktail on Pounds' new drink menu is perfectly fruity and refreshing, and makes for a great beverage to enjoy outdoors on the patio.

Pounds

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pork belly flatbread Perfect as an appetizer to share or keep to yourself as a filling entrĂŠe, this pork belly flatbread is sure to satisfy.

The flatbread itself is the perfect combination of soft and fluffy with a hint of crispy, and is topped with pickled jalapaĂąo, cheddar cheese, refreshing slaw and a tangly pieces of pork belly doused in a Texas BBQ sauce. This dish a regular menu item at Sazerac Alley, as well as a featured Happy Hour dish.

Sazerac Alley

220 Broadway N, Fargo sazeracalley.com

sickies burger As the winner of a few local burger awards, we don't want you to forget about this hot number at Sickies Garage. It's stacked with a juicy patty, peppered bacon, a fried egg, pulled pork, American cheese, onion rings and topped with hot sauce and a Budweiser BBQ sauce. The variety of ingredients is hefty and nothing short of perfection when it comes to flavor pairings.

Sickies Garage

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Mixologist of the Month

a summer kick from

adam nehk @ barbacoa 3241 42nd St. S, Fargo barbacoafargo.com facebook.com/BarbacoaFargoND

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artender Adam Nehk at Barbacoa in South Fargo knows a thing or 10 about mixing up a delicious cocktail that’s got familiar ingredients, but with a fun twist that’s still approachable for everyday customers. And if you’re in the mood for a tasty Spanish cocktail that’s light and refreshing, you’ll want to pay him a visit this summer and enjoy one of his unique drinks on the Barbacoa patio.

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How long have you been working in the bar and restaurant industry?

“About six years. I started at Mexican Village when I was 19 years old and I’ve sort of been all over town. I was one of the original bartenders at Rhombus Guys. I’ve been through the Green Mill, Bulldog Tap and Spitfire.

Right now at Barbacoa I’m doing a little bit of everything with bartending and serving plus doing some cross training in the kitchen now too. And I’ve been here for six months.”

Where did you draw inspiration for this drink?

“It’s based mostly on the ingredients we have here at Barbacoa to work with. We’ve got 33 different kinds of tequila, so we like to use those whenever we can. People come here and they often think that we’re a Mexican restaurant, but we blow that out of the water as soon as they leave. We’re always coming up with new cocktails that are fresh and can still stick with the Southwestern barbeque theme of the restaurant.”

Why would customers like this cocktail creation?

“It’s super refreshing for the summer.

I think people wouldn’t be afraid to try it because it has ingredients in it that people are usually familiar with. Plus, I think this one would be a great one to enjoy on our patio.”

Where do you get your inspiration for new cocktails?

“It all depends on the ingredients that we have behind the bar, and I like to play around and experiment but also see what others are doing.

We have incredibly fresh ingredients and if we want to use something in the kitchen for a drink, we can.

There’s the cocktail bars that you go to that typically are a lot more experimental with ingredients that maybe your everyday customer wouldn’t recognize, but what we’re doing here is really approachable. We do lots of classic cocktails with our own Barbacoa twist.”

“Spanish Lemonade” • 1 1/2 oz. Leyenda del Milagro Silver Select Barrel Reserve Tequila • 1 slice cucumber • 3 basil leaves • 1 1/4 oz. simple syrup • 1 oz. fresh-squeezed lemon juice • Casillero del Diablo Reserva Merlot, Chile

What’s a piece of advice you’d give another mixologist who’s just starting out?

“Keep messing around with things. As long as you’re at a place where your employer allows you to be creative, just run with it. “

Put tequila, cucumber and basil leaves into a glass. Muddle cucumber and basil in the simple syrup and add lemon juice.

Shake, strain into a Collins glass filled with ice and top off the rest of the glass with the merlot (float on top). Garnish the edge with a cucumber slice.

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Make Yourself At Home At

BLVD PUB

Veterans Boulevard in West Fargo is flourishing with new businesses, but one that has caught the public’s attention and curiosity throughout its construction is the new blvd Pub. We got an inside look at the bar and restaurant with general manager and co-owner Joe Wavra as the final touches were being put into place for their late June opening. BY Erica Rapp | PHOTOS BY J. Alan Paul Photography 53

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ne thing that’s obvious about the space the second you walk in the door is the highly detailed and well thought-out interior design. From the rock-filled wall cages and the hydrant-like beer taps to the intricate metal work and vintage bikes hanging from the ceiling, the spectacular overall architecture mimics that of what Wavra described as a “downtown city warehouse.” Add in the heavy dose of natural light from the large windows and the open air between floors, and it’s safe to call blvd a welcoming and comfortable place for anyone to spend their time.

On the first level surrounding the main bar is plenty of high-top level seating and with 19 TVs, you’re sure to find a good place to sit and watch the game. Wavra also mentioned that the ceilings to the west of the bar were designed to be sound deadening. “I like to think of it as different sections of where you can come

and sit, so the sound is going to be really good in this area with that ceiling like that. We focused on that early on,” said Wavra.

“One of our most important things is service. We really just want that laidback, fun atmosphere no matter who you are. We just want people to come in and be comfortable,” said Bar Manager Kathryn Olson.

To the east of the main bar is a more casual space with a mix of high and lowtop seating, more TVs, a cozy fireplace and an entrance to an enclosed outdoor patio with another stunning fireplace.

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Southwest Salad Boat, artisan Romaine lettuce wedges filled with toppings and ingredients.

Loaded Tots with cheese, bacon, jalapeño, green onion and a fried egg.

Upstairs

The Menu

“We feel like the outdoor patios will be a big draw. We’re excited about the food, the upstairs area and the neighborhood in general. This is going to be a great place for anyone to come and hang out, especially with all of the great places going up around us,” said Wavra.

“I tried to create a cocktail list that was pretty simple and flavor intensive.

We’re going to be a fast-paced bar, so I wanted to have simple cocktails that were unique, but not super labor intensive,” said Olson.

The upper level of the establishment is truly unique, with its own selection of craft beers, more TVs and plenty of seating, not to mention the spacious balcony bar with a scenic view. If you’re looking to be more secluded from the hustle and bustle of the downstairs atmosphere, you can come upstairs to enjoy a scaled-down version of it.

Blvd Burger 40 percent pork belly patty, cheddar cheese, bacon and a fried egg. Pictured with a side of homemade mac ‘n’ cheese.

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“Right now we’re starting out fairly small to get up and running but we’ve got a wide variety of burgers, appetizers, salads, wraps, stuff like that. We tried to put as much variety on there as we could without making the menu too extensive for the startup. As time goes on, we’ll do featured items and a monthly burger special,” said Wavra.

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ROASTED VEGETABLES:

BEYOND CRUD

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s a caterer, I have prepared many crudité platters over the years. I can tell you that the one constant regarding a platter of raw vegetables is that exactly one out of 100 people attending the party will actually be happy that it’s on the buffet, especially in the Midwest.

Carnivores need a better reason to eat vegetables than simply the notion that their health may be at risk.

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Like many food items, even the most experienced cooks fail to create a well-balanced and colorful roasted vegetable platter.

I always tell my cooks that any vegetable platter they create, raw or roasted, should have the finished effect of a living garden.

A garden full of dead vegetables isn’t appealing, so why would a drab-looking vegetable platter

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TIPS FOR ROASTING VEGETABLES 1. Select seasonally, or at least be very selective in terms of quality.

2. Select a variety of color and textures.

3. Always roast vegetables separately from one another. You’ll use more pans, but every vegetable will cook evenly on it’s own.

4. Don’t overload pans. You want to roast them, not steam them.

5. Peel vegetables before roasting to ensure good caramelization.

6. Most vegetables should be cut into appropriate serving sizes before roasting. This will expose more surface area for increased caramelization and flavor.

7. Don’t over-oil. Too much oil will saturate the vegetables rather than enhance.

8. Think high temperature. 400 to 500 degrees will ensure good caramelization.

9. Don’t over cook. A little bite (al dente) is ideal.

Procedure: 1. Peel all vegetables and prep as needed (i.e. remove seeds, stems, etc.)

2. Cut into desired shape (all shapes should be as consistent as possible).

3. Season with good quality olive oil, salt and fresh ground pepper.

4. Spread evenly on individual baking sheets.

5. Place in a hot oven for approximately 8 to 12 minutes. (Time depends on efficiency of oven and size of vegetable.) Don’t overload the oven.

One or two pans at a time.

DITE´ be any different? A vegetable platter should resemble a wellcrafted art piece. All should flow in an appropriate direction and the colors should contrast and compliment rather than clash with one another.

A roasted vegetable platter can be made in advance, allowing you to focus on the higher-

6. Remove from oven and allow to cool to room temperature.

7. Arrange on platters and serve with sauces of your choice.

**Vegetables will taste and look their best at room temperature shortly after roasting.

priced items that require more last-minute attention. Beyond that, everyone in attendance will be impressed by the large array of colors and textures laid before them. And considering that they’re roasted, half the folks there might actually feel the desire to eat them.

Eric Watson is the owner of Mezzaluna, Rustica Tavern and Mosaic Foods in Fargo. He is also the founder and president of the Fargo branch of the American Culinary Federation.

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PATIO PARTY What better way to spend our short time with warm weather than outside?

Better yet, add a refreshing cocktail or a tasty dish to your table and let the sun beat down on your face at one of Fargo-Moorhead’s patio environments.

Check out this list of establishments with outdoor dining options, have yourself a patio party and you’ll probably see us there.

By Erica Rapp and Lauren Wilson Photos by Tiffany Swanson, Paul Flessland, J. Alan Paul Photography and Repor Photography

DOWNTOWN THE HOTEL DONALDSON 101 Broadway N, Fargo hoteldonaldson.com

An extensive list of cocktails and martinis combined with a rooftop patio and a scenic view of Broadway – you can count us in.

FORT NOKS BAR OF GOLD 52 Broadway N, Fargo fortnoks.com

the boiler room

Stop by any weekday for some killer Happy Hour specials from 4 – 7 p.m. Monday - Friday. Plus, there's a convenient outdoor bar right on the patio.

THE BOILER ROOM

SAZERAC ALLEY

TOASTED FROG

Take advantage of the shade on a hot, summer day at The Boiler Room’s secluded, relaxing patio area.

Munch on a delicious snack from their delicious Happy Hour food menu and sip on an original New Orleans cocktail in their secluded alley patio section.

Toasted Frog's hidden alley patio is a downtown gem with it's perfect amount of shade when it's just a little too sunny and an incredible twilight ambience with perfectly placed rope lights.

210 Broadway N, Fargo boilerroomfargo.com

VINYL TACO

520 1st Ave. N, Fargo vinyltaco.com

Chow down on a savory taco and check out Vinyl Taco’s daily brew and margarita specials, all while enjoying their streetside seating.

220 Broadway N, Fargo sazeracalley.com

WÜRST BIER HALL 630 1st Ave. N, Fargo wurstfargo.com

Grab your friends, finish off a boot full of beer and fill your stomach with German food on a warm summer night at the back alley patio. * Dog friendly

305 Broadway N, Fargo toastedfrog.com

NOBULL SMOKEHOUSE 609 NP Ave. N, Fargo nobullfargo.com

NoBull's half enclosed, open container patio is unlike any other in the area, which means you're sure to have a great experience all afternoon and evening while enjoying their great food and Happy Hour drink specials. * Dog friendly

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NICHOLE'S FINE PASTRY 13 8th St. S, Fargo nicholesfinepastry.com

Don't think that you just have to enjoy a cold brew in the great outdoors this summer. At Nichole's Fine Pastry, you can take your lunch, dessert and coffee to their relaxing patio right on the shop's front sidewalk. * Dog friendly

RHOMBUS GUYS

606 Main Ave, Fargo rhombuspizza.com

Relax, have a slice of your favorite gourmet pizza and sip on a refreshing drink at Rhombus Guys' impressive rooftop patio and bar.

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* Tables out front are dog friendly, patio upstairs is not.

SPICY PIE

322 Broadway N, Fargo fmspicypie.com

At Spicy Pie's downtown location, you can enjoy your fresh slice of pie and a cold beverage right off of Broadway at their corner patio spot. * Dog friendly

BREWS ON BROADWAY

409 Broadway N, Fargo facebook.com/brewsonbroadway

What used to be the Schumacher Goodyear building in Downtown Fargo has turned into a pop-up patio with live

music and local beer from Fargo Brewing Company every Thursday and Friday evening all summer long.

POUNDS

612 1st Ave. N, Fargo poundsfargo.com

Pounds has great summer cocktails on their list that you won't want to be on a patio without. Order yourself a summer drink, or heck, check out their sweet deals on pounders and forties, and find a spot outside on their sidewalk patio along First Avenue.

FARGO LUCKY'S 13

4301 17th Ave. S, Fargo luckys13pub.com

End your long week of work on Lucky's 13 patio with happy hour drink specials from 3 - 6 p.m. on Fridays and pair it with a stellar burger selection. * Dog friendly

SICKIES GARAGE 3431 Fiechtner Dr. sickiesnd.com

With over 50 burgers and brews to choose from, you're sure to have a good time at their outdoor dining area. Stay updated for summer events, such as family fun, hot rod and bike nights to top off the outdoor experience. * Dog friendly

CHILI'S

3902 13th Ave. SW, Fargo chilis.com

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With their location at the West Acres Mall, you can get all of your shopping done and relax outside with a juicy margarita available in numerous tasty flavors.

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SHOTGUN SALLY'S

DOOLITTLES WOODFIRE GRILL

This is the ultimate patio setting that can be enjoyed all night long with their full outdoor bar, couch seating and fire pits.

Dive into the aroma of summer grilling and enjoy your evening outdoors at Doolittles with happy hour specials on weekdays from 3 - 6 p.m.

1515 42nd St. S, Fargo shotgunsallys.com

PARADISO

801 38th St. S, Fargo paradiso.com

Those free chips aren't the only great things about this restaurant. Sit outside, relax and enjoy your favorite authentic Mexican dishes with a tasty cocktail or beer.

2112 25th St. S, Fargo doolittles.com

TAILGATORS SPORTS CAFÉ 1322 Main Ave., Fargo

Stop in to watch the game and take it outside afterward for some outdoor happy hour drinks and late night specials. * Dog friendly

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OLD CHICAGO

2551 45th St. S, Fargo oldchicago.com/locations/fargo

The possibilities are huge at Old Chicago with their world-class beer selection, so pair it with a pizza and share it all with your friends.

JL BEERS

518 1st Ave. N, Fargo 4240 32nd Ave. S, Fargo 810 13th Ave. E, West Fargo 2902 US-10, Moorhead jlbeers.com

Take advantage of this comfy place for burgers and brews on a hot summer day. With their large list of beer, you'll have to stay for more than one. * Dog friendly

BUFFALO WILD WINGS

1515 19th Ave. N, Fargo 1501 42nd St. S, Fargo 2201 1st Ave. N, Moorhead buffalowildwings.com

Take your wing experience to a whole new level and enjoy them outside with a nice, cold beer. The North Fargo location even has a rooftop patio for the ultimate view.

BASIES RESTAURANT & LOUNGE 1635 42nd St. S, Fargo basiesfargo.com

Sip your Saturdays away while enjoying the fresh air of the patio, complete with

irresistible cocktail and wine specials on the weekends. * Dog friendly

BARBACOA

3241 42nd St. S, Fargo barbacoafargo.com

One of the nice things about Barbacoa's patio is its placement. You wont' be staring into direct sunlight, but you will be able to feel the perfect amount of the summer heat. Order one of their Spanish-influenced craft cocktails and you're set.

D'WOODS LOUNGE

3333 13th Ave. S, Fargo (Baymont Inn & Suites) baymontfargo.com

Just because it's attached to a hotel doesn't mean it's just for the guests.

The D'Woods lounge has plenty of great daily specials, including their Happy Hour special from 4 - 7 p.m. Monday through Friday with $1 off taps and halfprice apps.

pit or you can dine on the beautifullylandscaped patio and enjoy the relaxing sound of babbling creek. Not to mention, the creek and patio create a pretty great vibe when they're lit up at night.

GRANITE CITY

1636 42nd St. S, Fargo gcfb.com/location/fargo-north-dakota

Get your hands on tap specials, handcrafted cocktails, wine, spirits bottomless mimosas (on Sundays) and more. Then take it out to Granite City’s shaded patio for a ultimate relaxation.

MEXICAN VILLAGE

3155 45th St. S, Fargo mexicanvillage.com

What better way to enjoy Mexican Village’s signature margaritas than outside in the sun? Plus, they're half price every day from 4 - 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. - close and all day on Tuesdays.

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PORTER CREEK HARDWOOD GRILL

3234 43rd St. S, Fargo fargobilliards.com

You have multiple options to take your dining experience outdoors at Porter Creek Hardwood Grill. You can have a drink at the full outdoor bar with a four seasons porch for near year-round enjoyment, sit around an outdoor fire

FRANK'S LOUNGE

1555 44th St. S, Fargo portercreek.com

When you’re done playing your friends in pool, grab your beers and head outside to Gastropub’s outdoor dining and bar area. If you don’t want to just sit around, you can also play your friends in volleyball or bean bag toss.

2640 52nd Ave. S, Fargo franksloungefargo.com

Frank's Lounge is a welcoming neighborhood bar in South Fargo inspired by the classic Pink Pussycat Lounge of Downtown Fargo's yesteryears. Its patio is very spacious and inviting, so don’t hesitate to take one of their signature cocktails, or try their lavosh, outdoors.

WEST FARGO/MOORHEAD BLVD PUB

3147 Bluestem Dr., West Fargo blvdpub.com

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If one patio wasn't enough for you, the new blvd Pub in West Fargo has two beautifully-designed patios, one of them

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HOOLIGANS BAR & GRILL

3330 Sheyenne St., West Fargo hooligansbarandgrill.net

Grab the gang for some pizza, appetizers and drinks outdoors or bring it inside and enjoy live music on various nights of the week.

O'LEARY'S PUB

808 30th Ave. S, Moorhead olearysmoorhead.com

Stop by on the weekends for Happy Hour drink specials from 1 -7 p.m. That gives you plenty of time to get your fix of cold beverages on the patio.

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USHER'S HOUSE

701 1st Ave. N, Moorhead ushershouse.com

being a spacious rooftop patio with a grand view. And the lower level patio even has a fireplace for the summertime bonfire vibe.

specially seasoned pork and beef, there's plenty here to help entice you to one of the largest patios in the area.

SPITFIRE BAR & GRILL

1910 9th St. E, West Fargo blarneyirishpub.com

1660 13th Ave. E, West Fargo spitfirebarandgrillfargo.com

Bring your friends and have a little fun while you enjoy your cocktail and woodfired food on Spitfire's classy, shaded patio.

There's nothing like a signature cocktail and some fine dining out on a relaxing patio with a riverside view. * Dog friendly

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BRICKHOUSE TAVERNS

Choose from an extensive beer and cocktail list and have a refreshing drink in this fun, Irish atmosphere with multiple rooms and environments, including a stellar brick patio.

The patio, pizza, beer and cocktails at Brickhouse Taverns are calling your name. Stop by on a Tuesday night for handcrafted specialty teas or check out their various specials on woodfired pizzas.

935 37th Ave. S, Moorhead brickhousetaverns.com

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Why You Shouldn’t Miss Out On

THE ARTS PARTNERSHIP’S

2016 Thursday, August 11 1 – 8 p.m.

theartspartnership.net Red River Zoo 4225 23rd Ave. S, Fargo

We sat down with Dayna Del Val, Executive Director of The Arts Partnership, to get the details on this fun, free public event for the arts.

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2016 Sponsors Livewire Media, Xcel Energy, Red River Zoo, MidContinent Foundation, Arctic Audio, McDonald’s, Rhonda and Bernie Ness

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halkFest started almost four years ago, when an intern at The Arts Partnership was challenged to find a way to engage her peers. She had done chalk-drawing contests at her high school, so the idea for ChalkFest was born. This summer will mark the fourth year of ChalkFest, an annual community-wide artmaking event hosted by The Arts Partnership with the help of the Red River Zoo and various community sponsors. The event encourages people of all sorts to come to the Red River Zoo and participate in a day’s worth of chalk drawing and other various activities, and here’s a few awesome reasons why you should attend.

IT’S FREE. “It’s a free event, and that means it’s a free day at the zoo. That alone tends to bring 6,0008,000 people. Our intention is to make sure that it is always a free event. It’s open to everybody,” said Del Val.

IT’S FOR EVERYONE. The purpose of ChalkFest is to have it be a communitywide art making event that people can not just attend, but participate in. It’s for all ages, all types of people and it doesn’t matter if you’re artistic. It’s about having fun with art no matter who you are.

“It’s a non-threatening way to start art and be a part of it. It’s across all generations, statuses and language barriers. We like to say, ‘It’s from strollers to wheelchairs’ and we really do get a lot of both,” said Del Val. 65

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“I encourage people of all ages to come. It really is not just a kids’ event. It’s great that kids are there, but it’s a family, singles, couples, dates, pals, full community event."

-Dayna Del Val, Executive Director of The Arts Partnership

IT KEEPS GETTING BIGGER. In its first year, Del Val said that they were hoping to get around 50 people in attendance at the Great Northern Bicycle Co. plaza, but got 450 instead.

The next year, she claims, they wanted to be more intentional about the event. They moved the event to Island Park for more concrete space, brought in food trucks and they had one thousand people show up.

Last year, The Arts Partnership teamed up with the Red River Zoo to make ChalkFest an even longer and bigger event with more drawing space, live music, food vendors, yoga at the zoo, animal talks with zoo staff and more.

“That first year was an incredible turnout. It was like watching ants come out of an anthill because people just kept coming. So we’ve been trying to grow it each year, and last year it rained on and off all day but we still had 3,000 people come,” said Del Val.

YOU CAN BASICALLY DRAW WHEREVER YOU WANT. “The cool part about the zoo is that they were super open about people covering every square inch of that space. Kids drew on the benches, they drew up the walls, the cement light pillars, and the zoo was great with it. It’s a really easy place for people to feel comfortable,” said Del Val.

YOUR BUSINESS CAN DO A LITTLE CORPORATE COMPETITION. Local businesses and organizations can bust out their artistic side in a little friendly chalk-drawing competition. Teams of four from any business can buy a square for $100 and can create whatever they want.

Then it’s judged and the winner gets the “Rock the Chalk” trophy.

“It’s a great way to do some community building inside corporations, to have a little bit of competition and get a few sponsorships in a really fun way,” said Del Val.

THERE’S MORE THAN JUST CHALK INVOLVED. Chalk drawings are a great way to get people to come together through this event, but there’s more than just that. There will be food, live entertainment from local bands all day and the zoo staff will be doing zoo talks for various animal exhibits. While Del Val says that they are still putting the final touches on extra activities, in past years ChalkFest has had face painting, caricature drawings, yoga at the zoo and more.

“We’re hoping to have bands all day and do some of the stuff we did last year, so it’s kid-friendly stuff during the afternoon and then moves into more of a family-friendly thing so more adults can make it out to watch the bands,” said Del Val.

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Trollwood Performing Arts School’s Important Role in the Metro For 38 years, Trollwood Performing Arts School has shaped the arts community of FargoMoorhead. Although it’s most well known for its annual summer Mainstage Musical, Trollwood does much more for the community that goes far beyond the stage.

Beyond The

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The Essentials In order to fully understand Trollwood’s impact on the community, it's important to describe its organizational priorities.

Executive Director Kathy Anderson shared its three main organizational objectives. These include providing arts education, providing high quality entertainment and serving as an events center utilizing the venue of Bluestem Center for the Arts for private and public event rentals and community festivals.

Trollwood teams up with numerous partners that share similar goals, which help make these priorities successful.

Partnerships “Bluestem Center for the Arts is a unique and exciting collaboration between our parent organization, Fargo Public Schools, the City of Moorhead and our generous donors,” said Anderson. “The City of Moorhead owns the property, the school district leases

are an asset to the entire community.

We love working together to make Bluestem a great outdoor music venue, in addition to the home of our school.

It is an outstanding partnership and we make a superb team.”

the property from the City, our team at Trollwood manages and programs the venue and our donors make it all financially possible.”

One of Trollwood’s premiere partners is local promoter Jade Presents. The partnership with Jade for the annual summer concert series has been a longstanding one for the organization, as they have been working together since the first season of Bluestem in 2009. “I’ve had the pleasure of working with Jade Nielsen for many years," Anderson said. "Jade and his team

Heart & Soul In addition to providing quality entertainment, Trollwood aims to provide arts educational opportunities to our community’s youth.

“The heart and soul of everything that we do centers on our programming for youth. We’ve been serving students for 38 years with thousands of young people participating in our youth arts programming,” said Anderson.

Trollwood offers a wide variety of programs and countless classes for kids ages six through high school seniors.

There are numerous opportunities for

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Events

BOYZ II MEN WITH EN VOGUE August 10th at 7 p.m.

Jade Presents Concert Bluestem Center for the Arts

“A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM” July 7 and 8 at 7:30 p.m. and July 9 at 2 p.m.

Actors Collaborative Theatre production with FMCT FMCT – The Stage at Island Park

“WEIRD AL” YANKOVIC August 12 at 7 p.m.

Jade Presents Concert Bluestem Center for the Arts

Trollwood has a busy summer. Here are a few of the many events you’ll want to check out.

MAINSTAGE MUSICAL: DISNEY’S “THE LITTLE MERMAID” July 14-16, 20-23, 26-30 at 8:30 p.m.

Bluestem Center for the Arts TOTALLY TROLLWOOD MUSICAL: “THE MUSIC MAN JR.” August 2 at 2 p.m. and August 3rd at 7 p.m.

Fargo North High School Theatre MOMENTUM DANCE CONVENTION July 23 and 24 Marcil Commons, Bluestem Center for the Arts

students during the summer months, including both performing and production arts classes ranging from one-week commitments to nine-weeklong commitments. Many people think that in order to participate in Trollwood, they must give up their entire summer. However, there is a little bit of something for everyone, whether

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SYMPHONY ROCKS: WILD WILD WEST August 18 at 5:30 p.m. (Pre-concert BBQ) and 8 p.m. (Show time) FM Symphony Concert Bluestem Center for the Arts GREATER MOORHEAD DAYS: MIDCONTINENT KIDSFEST September 13 at 5:30 and 7:30 p.m.

Bluestem Center for the Arts BRET MICHAEL’S ROCK FEST September 25 at 5:30 p.m.

Jade Presents Concert Bluestem Center for the Arts Visit trollwood.org and jadepresents.com for full event lineups and ticket information.

they want to be there for a shorter time duration or spend their entire summer learning and growing in the arts.

Trollwood also seeks to make arts education attainable for every student, regardless of financial status. They do this through their STAR program, which is a special program designed to serve

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at risk youth. Trollwood provides adult mentorship for students who might be struggling emotionally or academically and also provides transportation, meals and instructional supplies to youth in need. Additionally, Trollwood partners with various organizations in the community who work with at-risk youth to provide more help to students who would benefit in the arts.

Trollwood is also excited to collaborate on a performance program with the Fargo Moorhead Community Theatre (FMCT) to bring a brand new program to life this year. “We are happy to offer the Actor’s Collaborative this year. We call it LAB for short,” said Marketing and Communications Specialist Matt Wright. “Working with FMCT is a great example of the kinds of collaborations that are possible in our metro’s wonderful arts community.”

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Full Circle The list goes on and on for Trollwood’s involvement in the city. But since lack of funds is sometimes an obstacle, many fail to realize that Trollwood relies heavily on the support of the community in order to make their organization’s efforts come full circle.

It’s not just about one organization, but everything that Trollwood puts into its partnerships and programs revolves around giving back.

“An important message that we would like to share with everyone in our

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community is to think of the venue of Bluestem Center for the Arts as a collective community treasure that we can all enjoy together. We rely heavily on the generosity of those in the community who believe strongly enough in the work we do through Trollwood at Bluestem to join with us in financial partnership so we can continue providing all of these opportunities for the entire community and surrounding region,” said Anderson.

So, if you’re out to see “Disney’s The Little Mermaid” on the mainstage this summer or you are enjoying a nice summer evening concert at Bluestem Center for the Arts, remember that something as simple as buying a soft drink or a bag of popcorn makes you an important piece of the puzzle that keeps Trollwood going and growing.

A little bit goes a long way for such a staple organization in this city.

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Accelerating the community TEDxFargo 2016

GET READY TO BE INSPIRED, FARGO, BECAUSE ONE OF THE BIGGEST TEDX EVENTS IN THE COUNTRY IS HAPPENING AGAIN IN FARGO THIS SUMMER. THIS YEAR’S TEDXFARGO EVENT IS GOING TO BE ONE FOR THE BOOKS, AND YOU’RE GOING TO WANT TO BE THERE. WE TALKED TO EVENT CO-ORGANIZER MARK STAPLES ABOUT THIS YEAR’S PLANS AND ALSO GOT THE CHANCE TO TALK WITH A FEW OF THIS YEAR’S INSPIRATIONAL SPEAKERS.

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ince 1984, TED has been sweeping the nation and bringing people together. For those unfamiliar, TED is a nonprofit organization devoted to spreading ideas. It is most well known for TEDx events – local, self-organized events that bring people together to talk about a variety of topics, problems and passions.

In 2012, Greg Tehven,

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TEDxFargo 2016

July 21 (all day) Fargo Civic Center 207 4th St. N, Fargo

Get your tickets today at tedxfargo.com or visit facebook.com/TEDxFargo Check out extended interviews on fargomonthly.com.

“Greg (Tehven) and Dr. Sue Mathison (co-organizer) sat down and asked, ‘OK, what are some problems in our community that we want to solve?’” said Staples. “It’s more problem-based and then finding a solution, and who in the nation or world would have the best solution to that problem, and trying to get them to come and talk.”

Transforming The Civic Center TEDxFargo has an almost festival-like vibe. Anyone who walks into the Civic Center, thanks to Livewire Entertainment, will be greeted with an entirely different space. Although plans are still being finalized, Staples claims that guests will be impressed.

co-founder of Emerging Prairie, brought the first TEDx event to Fargo with a total attendance of 100 people.

This year, according to co-organizer Mark Staples, TEDxFargo is shooting for 2,400 people, a significant growth from last year’s 1,800.

In addition to 20 speakers again, Staples also stated that speakers were chosen a little differently in comparison

to years past, which sticks with this year’s theme of acceleration in the community.

“It’s breathing new and exciting life into the Civic Center that usually isn’t there,” said Staples. “I’ve been to a few TEDx events around the country and I think what we really do is take a lot of time and dedicate it to planning out the experience for people.”

“We focus a lot on making it a worldclass event that just so happens to be in Fargo.”

Mark Staples, co-organizer

Surrounding Events One of the unique aspects of TEDxFargo is the auxiliary events that will be happening outside of the main event schedule. Staples explained that they are planning on hosting various activities with the speakers so more local organizations can get involved and attendants can get more out of the event.

“We’re trying to set up these auxiliary events so that we can maximize the impact of having these speakers in town, so we’re increasing the number of those this year,” said Staples.

“Those surrounding events are really what’s going to make it unique to Fargo in comparison to other cities.

It’s a great opportunity to do things right and apply ideas into the community while those people are here.”

Whether it’s a special lunch, a night market, panel conversation, alleyway festival or maybe even a marshmallow roasting like last year, there’s going to be quite a few ways for people to get actively involved with the individuals that will be sharing their ideas.

In addition to the surrounding events of TEDxFargo, Staples said they are including unique ways to get attendants to do something in town that they wouldn’t normally do on a regular basis, such as using the Bike Share to get to all of the activities with a special TEDxFargo discount or having guests park outside of Downtown Fargo and use the LinkFM bus to get to the Civic Center. The list truly goes on and on, and one can only discover the possibilities that TEDxFargo holds simply by attending.

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the minimalists TEDxFargo Speaker Preview

WHEN JOSHUA FIELDS MILLBURN AND RYAN NICODEMUS

What do you hope for Fargoans to gain out of your talk at TEDxFargo?

Joshua Fields Millburn: “Fargo is one of my favorite cities on Earth, and I would have never said that five years ago but, ever since I’ve been involved with the folks over at Misfits there …

They asked us to speak at their very first conference and I had no idea what it was. And we went out and found an amazing community there with the Misfits, but realized that it was really an extension of the great Fargo community. So I met

What would you say was the No. 1 change you experienced when you started leading a life of minimalism?

Ryan Nicodemus: “I guess, the old Ryan of yesteryear, like six years ago, I was someone who was very busy, but not necessarily focused.

If you would have asked me when I was in my mid-20s what my priorities where, I would have maybe said my house or my relationships.

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were approaching age 30, they had six-figure jobs, luxury cars and large houses but realized they weren’t satisfied with their lives, nor were they happy. In 2011, they left their corporate careers to pursue a life of minimalism in order to make more time for what matters most to them and live a more meaningful life without all the clutter. Three books, multiple worldwide tours, hundreds of essays and online sessions, a health podcast, countless TV show appearances, many speaking events, a No. 1 theatrical documentary and much more later, this duo is working to spread the idea of minimalism around the world in hopes that it changes lives like it did theirs.

people like Greg (Tehven, TEDxFargo founder) and all sorts of people in the Fargo community there. What I learned is that there is a lot of culture per capita in a place like Fargo, it’s like a very big small town. What I love about the culture there is that it seems very connected, and what I hope to bring to the table is another perspective really. Ryan and I, that’s what we master in, is providing a new perspective and a new template. It’s about realizing that the American dream is simply a path, but it is not THE path for a more meaningful life.

What we hope to do is try to communicate what our values are and then show people one of the paths, which we call minimalism.”

Instead of spending time with the people that mattered most to me, I was spending more time with co-workers and networking buddies and other influential people in the community. But what I learned through this practice of minimalism is that our priorities are not always what we say we do. Our priorities are what we actually do with our time. I think what minimalism does is that it allows us to clear the clutter out of the way to not only make room for important things and finding out what our priorities are, but it also allows us to find the time and ways to give those priorities our attention. That’s kind of where minimalism has led me.”

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JMF: “The fundamental lesson that I’ve learned is to love people and use things, because the opposite never works. That was a small but a profound ship that I learned in my life, realizing that I had given so much meaning to my stuff. But the stuff only had the meaning that I gave it. I was so focused on success, achievement and the accumulation of trinkets that I lost sight of what was important. There was a point in my late '20s where I was living the American dream, but I realized that it wasn’t my dream. It got to the point where I had everything I ever wanted, but it took getting there to realize that everything I ever wanted wasn’t actually what I wanted at all. I couldn’t keep chasing happiness. I think if we just keep chasing happiness, it will lead to discontent. If you can lead a meaningful life, then happiness is a beautiful byproduct.”

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church and a couple of other people in town got together and they wanted to know how to better assimilate the new American population in Fargo and make them feel comfortable. One of the things that they felt that they all loved to do was garden.

They said that they have this friend who really knows a lot about gardening, which was me. From there, it has grown.

We have six gardens and we have over 200 families that garden with us.”

Tell us about the work that Growing Together does.

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WHEN JACK WOOD GOT STARTED

with Growing Together, he didn’t know what he was helping create. Ten years ago, eight families and a team of volunteers came together in an attempt to help new Americans feel more connected to the community.

Attempting to build relationships over gardening, Growing Together brings a group of local volunteers to work with new Americans in community gardens. At the end of the year, anybody who worked at least 16 hours gets a portion of the produce.

Wood and the team at Growing Together are working on bringing this revolutionary

idea to other communities, and Wood is bringing this idea to the TEDxFargo stage.

Take me back through your background and how you got involved with Growing Together.

“Ten years, pretty much to the day, we started our first community garden with eight families on a property on 25th Street and 17th Avenue South. It started because the principal of Lewis and Clark and the minister at our

“Last year, our gardens produced 46,000 pounds of food out of our six gardens.

Another thing that Growing Together has been very influential in is helping other organizations start gardens.

Last year, we helped the New Life Center start a garden. We helped Churches United start a garden. This year, we’re working with Bridgepoint Church in Moorhead to help them start a garden. We also work at a local elementary school. We work at Bennett Elementary with two of the fourth-grade classes. They plant a garden down there.”

Talk about what this means to new Americans.

“I think the biggest thing to new Americans is that it’s a very safe setting. Number two, it’s a very social setting.

For them, to find out that Fargo people are not that bad. They’re actually a pretty good crowd of people. We’ve seen a lot where the families have, like Anita who’s a

To get involved, email Wood at jackstomatoes@gmail.com Facebook: Growing Together ~ A Community Garden Ministry Go to fargomonthly.com to read an extended interview!

core volunteer, where she’s actually invited the people from Liberia and Somalia into her home to teach them how to can. We’ve also had young parents who have children work with the other children to make sure they’re going to music camps and different things.”

Give us a preview of your TED talk.

“The tone for the whole thing is accelerate. What I look at is that we started with eight gardeners and we could have been happy just staying with the eight gardeners. What we saw was that more of Fargo needed these gardens so we decided to let our gardens grow. Especially in the early days, a lot of our core volunteers said, ‘Let’s not get too big because we won’t know everybody.’ I said, ‘You know what, as we get bigger, we’ll just have more core volunteers and get to know more people.’

“Those people who had those reservations have bought into the program.

They see the need for helping more and more people.”

Do you have your eyes set beyond Fargo?

“What we’re starting to think about now is more globally because we feel that this model could work everywhere. I guess what we look at is, we look at gardens that are a 100-by-100-foot garden that are just gardened by a normal gardener that could probably produce two to three thousands pounds of food, which is a lot of food. We feel out of that same garden, with the right management, we could increase the yield to 10 to 12 thousand out of each one of those gardens.

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FOR ABOUT 30 YEARS, KAITLIN HOPKINS was a

professional actress on and off Broadway doing musicals and plays in addition to appearing in various television shows, soap operas and films. It runs in her blood, too. Her mother is award-winning actress Shirley Knight, her father was a theatre producer and her stepfather was a screenwriter, so she’s no stranger to the struggles of being an artist and a performer. Seven years ago, Hopkins took the opportunity to design a Bachelor of Fine

Arts musical theatre program from scratch at Texas State University, and has been teaching and directing there ever since. However, she noticed that mental health was a serious problem with many of her students and decided to take action.

Can you give us a preview about what your TED talk will be about?

“My TED talk is about stress and mental health with young artists, and about brain science and the science of stress and what happens to our bodies chemically when they are under stress.

I believe very strongly in a

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holistic approach to training artists. I believe in training the whole artist, like vocal health and physical health and nutrition, which, as you know, many performing artists are athletes in the same way football players are. It’s extremely stressful and a lot of wear and tear on the body.

The first couple years here, it didn’t actually occur to me to train them in mental wellness and how to handle their stress in response to their bodies. What I discovered is that I had students that were struggling with eating disorders or addiction issues or depression and anxiety disorders.

“My demographic is a particularly high-risk demographic, high risk for suicide or bipolar and all kinds of things. So knowing that, I was very concerned with what I was seeing students struggle with. I grew up in an industry where that was very familiar. It’s no secret that artists, musicians and actors struggle with mental health – people like Robin Williams, Heath Ledger, Phillip Seymour Hoffman – how many more examples do we need to give?”

When did you realize you needed to start addressing mental health issues with your students?

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“When I discovered that I had these students that were really struggling and needed help, I reached out to colleagues at other universities and the mental health center and asked if they were experiencing these kinds of things too. What I heard from them is, ‘Oh, you’ll get used to it. That’s just the way it is.' So why aren’t we doing something to prevent it? What the

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university was saying was, ‘Once it gets to crisis mode, we can do something about it.’ Mental illness is the only disease in this country that we wait until we’re in stage four. If you have cancer, you don’t wait that long to treat it.

“The curriculum and research we’re working on here is significantly improving in students’ ability to manage their mental health and their stress. There’s so much information, science and tools that are out there now to help students and young people have more clarity, confidence and creativity in what they do. Obviously with my background, I’m not an expert on brain science.

However, I will be talking about the science of the brain and how that research has influenced the curriculum that I’ve created with the help of psychologist Dr. Bill Crawford to help train our performing artists.”

What kind of results are you seeing from working mental health awareness into your curriculum?

“In the years that we’ve been able to take significant action and implement changes, curriculum and workshops to train these students in mental health, … the results we’re seeing are staggering.

I mean, I can’t even tell you.

What we’ve noticed is that they retain things better, their attention spans are better, they say they’re happier and not as stressed out.

We’re able to communicate better about issues before it gets to crisis mode. We can take action before it gets there. You can change your body chemistry just by understanding your brain and what to do.”

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sona Mehring TEDxFargo Speaker Preview

personal need when she first created CaringBridge. She recognized that people going through a medical event need support more than ever. However, it's hard to reach out to everybody when you are going through such a tough time. That’s why CaringBridge was created.

This website allows people to create their own site while in the hospital or going through a health journey.

The patient or caregivers can then communicate the whole journey to family and friends. Since its founding in 1997, more than half a million CaringBridge websites have been created and one in nine people in the United States have used CaringBridge.

Mehring gave us a preview of her upcoming TED talk.

CaringBridge is going on 19 years and counting. When you first started it, did you ever think it would end up where it’s at now?

“I knew that it had such potential to have a big impact. I knew how much it was needed and how much people who are going through a health event need to be connected. What’s been amazing over the last 19 years is watching all the changing ways of technology and the ways that people are communicating and how relevant CaringBridge has remained throughout the last 19 years.”

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SONA MEHRING WAS SOLVING a

Take our readers through your personal experience and how CaringBridge came about.

“My background is technology. I’m a true lover and early adopter of technology. In the '90s, I was using the internet and the very early World Wide Web as part of what I was doing for my day job. Great ideas come from personal need.

Two very good friends of mine had a premature baby.

One of the most important things that they needed to do was to communicate with their friends and family.

Making those phone calls, not only took up a lot of time, but just the emotional energy.

The light bulb went up that I should create a website.

In fact, the same night their baby Bridget was born on June 7, 1997, CaringBridge was born.”

Tell us what exactly CaringBridge provides for the people going through a health journey.

“It provides an array of things that helps their journey. The first thing is that you’re able to control that communication. It’s that very practical of not making those phone calls that are very time consuming and just emotionally draining, to be able to control that

North Dakota Stats • In 2015, half a million people from North Dakota visited and/ or created a CaringBridge site (2 in 3 people in the state) • In 2015, nearly 200,000 people from the Fargo-Moorhead area visited and/or created a CaringBridge site (1 in 3 people in the metro area)

communication and let people know what’s going on. It really empowers the patient, if you will, and the caregiver that’s right there.

It reduces isolation for them and really be connected to the friends and family.

can sign up to do anything from helping with a fundraiser to shoveling the sidewalk to making sure that rides are given, etc.”

“On the other side, for the visitors of a CaringBridge site, that community that can be activated, they know that they have an ability to help, to be able to understand what’s going on, visit a CaringBridge site, leaving those messages of love and support or even more tangible steps of being able to sign up through our planner of things that they

“One thing I’ve learned over the last 19 years is the power of technology as we have been connected. In the last 20 years, our ability to connect in technology has just exploded. To me, this idea of using this technology has provided more ways than ever to connect in a very responsible way and to strengthen those connections and make a positive impact.

There’s still a lot of negativity around how technology has affected life. I want to convey that idea that we need to use it in a very positive way.”

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why I believe the drone industry is taking off

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Greg Tehven is an entrepreneur advocate and one of the original founders of Emerging Prairie.

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afety. Security. Privacy.

Good or bad? What role do drones play in society? Will they deliver me pizzas? Will they know what I'm doing at home on a Saturday afternoon in my backyard? Will they fly into a building and wreak havoc?

There is no doubt that there is a tremendous amount of concern with the potential of drones taking up our airspace. There is also a tremendous amount of potential in North Dakota

for an industry to be established that could energize our economy, activate hundreds of entrepreneurs and technologists and redefine our region.

Last month, our team at Emerging Prairie hosted the second annual Drone Focus Conference. The event helped me realize five reasons why I believe this is an industry that will transform North Dakota, and why all of us need to pay attention.

Railway leaders believe drones can help with safety, potentially preventing loss of life and severe damage. Technologies are being created to have solo flight with a drone, where ordinary citizens could jump in their own vehicle and travel much quicker than cars.

Key lesson: It is obvious that some of the smartest people in the world are exploring how drones can improve lives, create a safer world and increase our efficiencies.

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Collaboration is happening.

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The technology is fascinating.

Consider these situations. Your child is lost on a camping trip with friends deep in the mountains. A railroad has track damages near your city and a supply train filled with crude oil is headed in your direction. You have 20 minutes to get from Fargo to Grand Forks for a key meeting that you need to be at and there is no way your car can get you there in time, likely meaning you'll be let go from your job.

All of these scenarios could have a solution with the help of drones.

Students from the University of Nevada in Las Vegas are exploring how drones could help with search and rescue.

While searching for speakers for the conference, I learned about some incredible collaboration happening in the area. Folks at the University of North Dakota are partnering with a utility company to explore how drones can make an impact in a blizzard. Farmers are teaming up with entrepreneurs to test the role software, cameras and video can play in turning data into actionable information. Artists and creatives are partnering with national leaders in this space to create breathtaking video and photography.

Key lesson: More folks than I would have ever guessed are paying attention, participating and exploring the possibility of this space.

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used drone to take pictures with at the lake this summer. I would have never guessed that Brent was overly interested in the drone industry, yet now he sees how he can capture memories with his family at the lake.

Key lesson: As consumers get more comfortable and explore the possibility of drone technology, the adoption and comfort of ordinary citizens could increase very quickly.

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Activation of consumers.

Have you stopped by Scheels or Best Buy lately? Both have a consumer drones section with gadgets and toys for hobbyists. The fact that big box retail is active in this space is a key indication of the growth of the sector.

While visiting with an executive at a large retailer, he shared with me that the biggest draw of his team to attend the nationally famous Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas was to explore the new consumer drone technology.

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Politicians are engaged.

Drone Focus Conference was kicked off by long time industry champion, United States Senator John Hoeven.

He shared about the impact the North Plains UAS Test Site has had on developing new technologies and engaging new corporations in our state.

Lieutenant Governor Drew Wrigley stopped by and talked about North Dakota's investment in entrepreneurial programs as a way to launch companies. Future Governor Doug Burgum attended and encouraged folks from out of state to consider opening up labs and offices in the region and to collaborate with our current companies. State Representative

Joshua Boschee joined us and visited with folks about legislation and the role state government can play to support citizens.

Key lesson: These busy folks stayed, participated and engaged. I watched them take a copious amount of notes and participate. I believe they truly care.

North Dakota is positioning itself as a hub of innovation and networking in the drone industry.

Key lesson: Anyone is a candidate to speak in Fargo. Although we were turned down from a Senator in New Jersey, a key executive at Microsoft and an editor of the New York Times, these folks showed interest and considered the opportunity as they recognize the energy and activity in our community.

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Folks are willing to come to Fargo to learn and share.

Drone Focus Conference grew from 140 people in year one to 330 people in year two. Folks came from Silicon Valley, Boston, D.C., Minneapolis and more. Leaders from large organizations such as Union Pacific Railroad attended in hopes of learning. Rear Admiral Stuart Munsch of the United States Navy who works at the Pentagon discussed with our community how the Department of Defense addresses problem solving with technology.

Students from Nebraska, Syracuse and University of Nevada - Las Vegas competed with local students from North Dakota State University and University of North Dakota in a student pitch contest.

For 10 plus years, the state of North Dakota has played an active role in exploring the drone industry. They've partnered with the folks at UND, our Air National Guard and many others to push the potential of our region.

In Fargo, we are experiencing a wide variety of organizations collaborating to bring this industry to life, from the Fargo Jet Center to RDO, from startups such as Flight Pros to more established companies like Bayer CropScience.

The potential of the drone industry is only limited by our imagination and willingness to work together. With world class talent, a trust in one another and a spirit of curiosity, we will become leaders in drone technology that I firmly believe will improve the human condition for folks around the world.

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BY Ashley Sornsin | PHOTOS BY Laura Cramer

FIT (life in) FARGO with Ashley Sornsin

sleepless in...Fargo?not anymore!

spent in bed.” They build your bed in their store when you purchase it, so it’s a custom process for you to get you the restful sleep your body needs.

leep is a crucial part of a healthy lifestyle. If you ask me, it makes up the trifecta of a healthy and fit life: nutrition, exercise and sleep. This year I made a resolution to not only get more sleep, but better sleep. I had my workouts down, my nutrition on point, but was neglecting myself of enough “good” sleep.

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I headed to speak to a couple local

experts to get their take on the importance of sleep and why it’s important to living a fit and healthy lifestyle. My first stop was Beds by Design to talk to the mattress expert, Paul Talley. Beds by Design is a local mattress factory and Talley is definitely an expert in helping customers find the right mattress that fits them. Talley said, “We spend one third of our lives in bed, meaning if you live to 75, that’s 25 years

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“Never mistake your eyes closed for eight hours to be good sleep. Sleep and rest are different. We want restful deep sleep, when you wake up rested with energy. The quality of your rest affects the quality of your life,” said Talley.

“The three things that make you toss and turn and prevent restful sleep are temperature, pressure and support.”

They address all of these issues in the beds they design, giving active bodies the pressure and support they need and using materials that allow your body to stay cool. The beds they make are not your typical bed. They have addressed the issues preventing restful sleep to ensure the body is able to properly recover and repair itself, which is of utmost importance to athletes and any active body.

Next, I went to a locally-owned and operated nutrition store, H&I Nutrition, where I talked to the store’s expert, Thomas Hastad. I asked Hastad about why he believes sleep is important to living a fit and healthy lifestyle. “Sleep is

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the most important time for your body to repair and recover. As we sleep, our bodies produce growth hormones, which assist in repair, recovery, fat loss and muscle growth. Sleep is necessary to allow the brain and other vital organs to re-store to normal function,” said Hastad. I also asked Thomas for a few products that he recommends for customers who want to increase their restful sleep. He suggested the following.

ZMA (Nature’s Purest): An important blend of zinc, magnesium and vitamin B-6. For athletes, that is a nighttime anabolic formula developed specifically to enhance recovery by improving sleep efficiency.

Natural Calm (Natural Vitality): A relaxing magnesium/ calcium anti-stress drink that helps to restore these levels which are critical to fully experience good health. This blend allows the body to work effectively, allowing muscle relaxation and plays a key role in the body’s response to stress.

Casein Protein Powder (Dymatize): This is the slowest absorbing protein that helps to sustain and nourish your muscles as you sleep and aids in muscle recovery.

A casein protein powder is designed to feed your muscles over extended periods of time to allow the body to continue building and repairing muscles. Hastad said, “We experience a greater metabolic rate while sleeping.

Casein will keep your body anabolic by Beds by Design 4505 13th Ave. S, Fargo

slowly being digested in your intestinal tract. This allows your body to stay in protein synthesis throughout the night.

When we sleep, our body will break down protein stored in our body to help it recover for the next day. This is why Casein protein is crucial to take before bed.”

Personally, I use a casein protein powder before bed, as it’s important to me to prevent my body from going anabolic and eating away muscle that I’ve worked so hard in the gym to create. I create what I call protein ice cream by blending one scoop of casein with a handful of ice and a small amount of water. It’s something I look forward to each night and it helps my body recover after tough workouts. I also use Natural Calm to help relax my muscles and mind.

These are two products that are part of my healthy restful sleep regiment. I also recently purchased a bed at Beds

By Design and it fits me perfectly, and recently upgraded my pillows to their Omni-flow pillows and I have honestly never experienced such restful sleep.

The quality of my sleep has had a tremendous effect on my active lifestyle.

I have more energy when I wake up and my body is properly recovered and repaired upon waking. This statement from Talley really resonated with me: “It’s no longer just sleep, it’s sleep science.”

Make sure you’re taking care of each part of the puzzle when it comes to living a fit and healthy lifestyle: nutrition, exercise and sleep. You will reap the rewards of a healthy lifestyle by putting effort into making quality sleep a priority. Sweet dreams and sleep well!

H&I Nutrition 1801 45th St. S. Ste. R, Fargo

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ast month, more than one thousand people joined us at the Great Northern Bicycle Co. Plaza for our third annual Burgers, Bourbon and Beer Festival. Ten area restaurants grilled up tasty burger sliders, plus there were beer samples courtesy of DS Beverages and Drekker Brewing Company, bourbon samples courtesy of Republic National Distributing and a stellar live performance by local funk masters Post Traumatic Funk Syndrome. Congrats to Shotgun Sally's, who won the judges' pick with their Hawaiian Special burger, and to Mezzaluna, who won the People's Choice Award for their Seoul Burger. We hope you can join us next year for even more fun!

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What are you looking forward to this month? Here's what we've got on our radar and what we're excited about. Check out our full event calendar on page 95 and on fargomonthly.com for more event happenings in the area.

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July 17th According to nationalcalendarday.com, in 1984, President Ronald Reagan proclaimed July as National Ice Cream Month and established National Ice Cream Day as the third Sunday in the month of July. So, be prepared to celebrate this tasty dessert for an entire month or, if one day is enough for you, take yourself out for a nice ice cream treat on July 17 for National Ice Cream Day. Try some of the incredibly delicious gelato at Sweet Dreams Confections, where all of the ingredients come straight from Italy and the owner was even trained by a professional Italian gelato maker.

Sweet Dreams Confections 4101 13th Ave. S, Fargo

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Red River Valley Fair

12th - 17th all day Turn it up at this year's annual Red River Valley Fair with tons of exhibits, livestock, auto racing, food stands and plenty of exciting carnival rides and shows. There will also be quite a few live music acts that will be performing at the Beer Gardens and the Grandstand every day including Hairball, Three Days Grace, Big & Rich and more, plus a handful of great local and regional acts. redrivervalleyfair.com Red River Valley Fair (Fairgrounds) • 1805 Main Ave. W, West Fargo 92 | JULY 2016 | FARGOMONTHLY.COM

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21st all day This popular idea-spreading event that stems out of the famous TED talks is back, and is planned to be bigger and better than ever. With a spike in attendance growth each year, an extensive list of inspirational speakers from all over the country, plenty of surrounding activities and lots of opportunities to get involved in the community, this year's TEDxFargo is sure to inspire and impress. This year's incredible festival-like event will focus around the theme of acceleration and how we can better our community by putting new ideas from the speakers into place. tedxfargo.com Fargo Civic Center 207 4th St. N, Fargo

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Trollwood's Mainstage Musical: "The Little Mermaid"

14th - 16th, 20th - 23rd, 26th - 30th at 8:30 p.m.

For their 38th annual mainstage musical production, Trollwood Performing Arts School will be taking on the Disney classic "The Little Mermaid" for a spectacular performance under the sea.

With an elaborate set, fantastic costumes and a talented cast, this year's musical is sure to stun the thousands of audience members that come out to the Bluestem Amphitheater. trollwood.org Bluestem Center for the Arts • 801 50th Ave. SW, Moorhead

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9th at 8 p.m.

Well-known rap artist Sir Mix-A-Lot, most famous for his 1993 hit "Baby Got Back" will be performing in Fargo at the Sanctuary Events Center. Tickets are general admission and are available online. Doors will open at 7 p.m. jadepresents.com The Sanctuary • 670 4th Ave. N, Fargo

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STAY UP TO DATE WITH WHAT’S GOING ON IN THE AREA.

FARMER'S MARKET & BEYOND

Every Monday and Thursday from 3:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Established in 2007, this farmers' market will run until the beginning of October, giving locals a chance to buy and sell homegrown fruits and vegetables and homemade crafts. wfparks.org South Elmwood Parking Lot

500 13th Ave. W, West Fargo

CARRIE'S TWISTED ART

Every Thursday from 7 - 9 p.m.

"THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK MUSICAL"

5th - 7th at 8 p.m., 8th and 9th at 8 p.m. and 10 p.m.

Fargo-Moorhead's theatre company Experience Blur is back and bringing you their summer performance of "The Great American Trailer Park Musical," which is described by director Ryan Domres as a PG-13 mix of "South Park" meets "Desperate Housewives." This crazy, funny and captivating story is about a stripper named Pippi who moves to a trailer park in Florida and shenanigans quickly ensue.

Stay updated with Experience Blur's Facebook page and website for more dates to be added. experienceblur.com Brews on Broadway/Experience Blur (Former Schumacher Goodyear Building)

1 MILLION CUPS

Every Wednesday from 9:15 - 10:15 a.m.

Join the vibrant entrepreneurial community of Fargo-Moorhead and Emerging Prairie by participating in an event filled with guest speakers, tons of coffee, ideas and excellent networking opportunities.

1millioncups.com/fargo The Stage at Island Park

333 4th St. S, Fargo

MIXOLOGY LAB

Every Sunday at 7 p.m.

Every Sunday until Memorial Day at the Boiler Room, you can participate in a mixology lab to learn about different spirits and even try your own hand at creating one yourself. Two area award-winning mixologists host the class and registration includes four hand-crafted cocktails plus appetizers for $30.

These public classes are a great place to learn painting techniques of all different types while working with a variety of materials. With a fun learning atmosphere, you can create many things your heart desires at the cost of just $30 per person each class. Red River Coffee Co.'s menu will also be available for purchase during the event. Call 701-540-8712 to register, seating is limited. carriestwistedart.com Carrie's Twisted Art Studios

300 Main Ave., Ste. 110, Fargo

TRANS MENTOR PROGRAM

Every Saturday from noon - 4 p.m.

This is a group through the Pride Collective and Community Center that is led by Faye Seidler and offers advice and support for individuals within the trans community or who have questions about it. There is also a free clothing drive during this time as well where anyone can come by and pick out clothes, and try them on in a gender neutral environment, as they would like. pridecollective.com Pride Collective and Community Center

1105 1st Ave. S, Fargo

boilerroomfargo.com The Boiler Room

210 Broadway N, Fargo

409 Broadway N, Fargo

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movement. Special events, demonstrations and vendor booths will be featured along the route to help bring streets to life. People may join in the activities at any point along the route, and the maps can be found online. fmstreetsalive.org Downtown Fargo

MOVIE NIGHT IN THE PARK 11th at 9:15 p.m.

SIR MIX-A-LOT 9th at 8 p.m.

Well-known rap artist Sir MixA-Lot, most famous for his 1993 hit "Baby Got Back" will be performing in Fargo at the Sanctuary Events Center. Tickets are general admission and are available online. Doors will open at 7 p.m. jadepresents.com Sanctuary Events Center

670 4th Ave. N, Fargo

CRUISIN' BROADWAY 7th from 5 - 9 p.m.

Broadway in Downtown Fargo will be filled with classic cars and bikes that will be cruising down the street every first Thursday of the month this summer. Park your ride to show it off or just take a walk and enjoy the sights. downtownfargo.com Broadway - Downtown Fargo

FM REDHAWKS VS. ST. PAUL

7th and 8th at 7:02 p.m., 9th at 6 p.m. and 10th at 1 p.m. fmredhawks.com Newman Outdoor Field

1515 15th Ave. N, Fargo

MOORHEAD FARMERS MARKET

"A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM"

Get fresh and stay local with plenty of great Items for sale at the Moorhead Farmers Market, including fresh produce, berries, herbs, breads, jams, jellies, syrup, canned goods and much more. The Farmers Market is open to area produce growers, home crafters and other agriculture products.

Vendor fee is $40 for the season. The market is sponsored by Moorhead Parks and Recreation and the Moorhead Center Mall and is a member of the Minnesota Farmers’ Market Association.

This production of a William Shakespeare classic is the result of the hard work in collaboration between Trollwood Performing Art School and Fargo Moorhead Community Theatre as a part of their new LAB community theatre program.

Every Tuesday from 3 - 7 p.m.

moorheadparks.com Moorhead Center Mall (Parking Lot)

510 Center Ave., Moorhead

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7th and 8th at 7:30 p.m. and 9th at 2 p.m.

trollwood.org The Stage at Island Park

333 4th St. S, Fargo

STREETSALIVE!

10th from noon - 5 p.m.

Join StreetsAlive! in a monthly event to promote movement and activity in FargoMoorhead. Three miles of streets through both cities will be closed to cars in order to encourage running, walking, biking, rollerblading, dancing and other forms of

Bring the whole family and enjoy a movie night in the great outdoors. Watch a family movie in the middle of Island Park and don't forget to bring a blanket or a lawn chair. Pepsi products and popcorn are available at no cost while supplies last. All movies start at dusk and are free and open to the public. fargoparks.com Island Park

302 7th St. S, Fargo

FM REDHAWKS VS. GARY

11th - 13th at 7:02 p.m. and 14th at 12:30 p.m. fmredhawks.com Newman Outdoor Field

1515 15th Ave. N, Fargo

PARTY IN THE PARK

12th from 5:30 - 8 p.m.

Come out and be a part of a fun evening at one of Fargo's many parks. From karaoke to bouncy houses to face painting, there is something for everyone to enjoy, and you can even enjoy a free hot dog and some pepsi products while supplies last. A full list of dates and locations is available online. fargoparks.com Rabanus Park

4315 18th Ave. S, Fargo

THE JAYHAWKS 12th at 7:30 p.m.

Founded in 1985, the Jayhawks are an alternative and country rock band from the Twin Cities. After nine albums and two hiatuses, the group is back together and touring to promote their 2016 album Paging Mr. Proust. Tickets for the 21+ show are general admission and cost $26. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. jadepresents.com Sanctuary Events Center

670 4th Ave. N, Fargo

MOORHEAD RIVERARTS 12th from 5:30 - 8 p.m.

Join the Moorhead Parks and Recreation Department at the annual RiverArts festival, where you can celebrate art, music and the community. There will be an outdoor concert with a local band along with other activities such as a petting zoo, horse-drawn carriage rides, inflatable games, arts, crafts, food vendors and more. moorheadparks.com Davy Memorial Park

210 8 St. N, Moorhead

RED RIVER VALLEY FAIR

DOWNTOWN FARGO STREET FAIR 14th - 16th all day

The streets of Downtown Fargo will be filled with entertainment, booths and vendors selling tasty food, crafts, art and everything in between. Enjoy the beauty of downtown Fargo and celebrate the world of handmade at this great annual event. downtownfargo.com Downtown Fargo

12th - 17th all day

Turn it up at this year's annual Red River Valley Fair with tons of exhibits, livestock, auto racing, food stands and plenty of exciting carnival rides and shows. There will also be quite a few live music acts that will be performing at the Beer Gardens and the Grandstand every day including Hairball, Three Days Grace, Big & Rich and more, plus a handful of great local and regional acts. redrivervalleyfair.com Red River Valley Fair (Fairgrounds)

1805 Main Ave. W, West Fargo

CHAMBER CHALLENGE GOLF OUTING 13th from noon - 7 p.m.

One of the most fun summer events is back and it’s going Hollywood. Join the Chamber for a day of Hollywood glam and golf for the 2016 Chamber Golf Tournament. Be among the stars and make new connections while having fun on the green. Awards are given for men’s and women’s team best score and individual prizes for closest to the pin and longest drive, best-themed tee box sponsor

and best themed-dressed team. Entry fee includes 18 holes of golf, cart, food and drinks (provided by sponsors) on the course, 19th Hole Happy Hour Social, on-course contests and giveaways from sponsors.

Throughout the event, there will be activities from sponsors at various holes. fmwfchamber.com Edgewood Golf Course

19 Golf Course Ave. N, Fargo

CLAY COUNTY FAIR 14th - 17th all day

There's something for everyone to enjoy at the annual Clay County Fair. Get your fix of fair food, carnival rides and games, farming activities, a full schedule of contests and livestock shows and entertainment from live bands. mnclaycountyfair.com Clay County Fairgrounds

620 Main Ave. E, Barnesville, Minn.

MINIONS MOVIE AFTERNOON 14th from 1 - 3 p.m.

Come catch a matinee movie featuring the favorite movie "Minions." The movie will be shown on the big screen, so bring your lawn chair and blankets. Free soda, water and popcorn will available while supplies last. moorheadparks.com Moorhead Sports Center (Moorhead High School)

324 24th St. S, Moorhead

AN EVENING WITH MARTY STUART 14th at 7 p.m.

For over 40 years, the five-time Grammy winning singer, songwriter, photographer and historian Marty Stuart has been building a legacy in the world of country music, mixed in with a little bit of rockabilly and honkey tonk. In his 20s, Stuart toured with Johnny Cash and also played with other legends such as Bill Monroe, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins. This is a 21 plus event. Doors will open at 7 p.m. with a show time of 8 p.m. jadepresents.com Sanctuary Events Center

670 4th Ave. N, Fargo

JIM NORTON 15th at 8 p.m.

Jim Norton is an American comedian, actor and radio personality with a history of regular appearances on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, the Late Show with David Letterman and Jimmy Kimmel Live. He has been a part of multiple HBO comedy specials and played a cameo part in movies such as "Spiderman" and "Courting Condi." As part of his "Mouthful of Shame" tour, Norton will be hosting a show at the Fargo theatre with tickets available online. Doors open at 7 p.m. jimnorton.com Fargo Theatre

1200 Harwood Dr., Fargo

USA WRESTLING NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS

16th at 2 p.m., 17th - 19th at 9 a.m., 20th and 21st at 9:30 a.m., 22nd at 9 a.m. and 23rd at 10 a.m.

Tickets are available at the door (which opens one hour before the events start) each day of this week-long freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling competition. fargodome.com The Fargodome

1800 University Dr. N, Fargo

TROLLWOOD'S MAINSTAGE MUSICAL: "THE LITTLE MERMAID" 14th - 16th, 20th - 23rd, 26th 30th at 8:30 p.m.

For their 38th annual mainstage musical production, Trollwood Performing Arts School will be taking on the Hans Christian Andersen and Disney classic "The Little Mermaid" for a spectacular performance under the sea. With an elaborate set, fantastic costumes and a talented cast, this year's musical is sure to stun the thousands of audience members that come out to the Bluestem Amphitheater each summer. trollwood.org Bluestem Center for the Arts

801 50th Ave. SW, Moorhead

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RARE BEER PICNIC 18th from 4 - 8 p.m.

For the final day of the Fargo Street Fair, Junkyard Brewing Company, Usher's House and Bottle Barn Moorhead are teaming up to host the Rare Beer Picnic. This 21+ beer festival focuses on locally made aged, soured and infused beer and will also have lots of great food, music and yard games. The $28 tickets are available online and include your admission, beer sampling, a ticket for a brat/ burger and a souvenir pint glass. fmbeer.com Davy Memorial Park

210 8th St. N, Moorhead

HOLLYWOOD VAMPIRES 18th at 7 p.m.

Joining the Hollywood Vampires–a musical supergroup consisting of legendary rock musicians Alice Cooper and Joe Perry of Aerosmith, plus famous actor Johnny Depp– on tour will be their rock star musician friends and modern day Vampires Matt Sorum of Guns N’ Roses on drums, Robert DeLeo of the Stone Temple Pilots on bass, Tommy Henriksen on guitar and Bruce Witkin of The Kids on piano, percussion and guitar. Since their worldwide television debut at the 2016 Grammy Awards, the Hollywood Vampires have reached a global audience of almost 25 million people.

around for the sixth annual Great American Picnic. This event is free, but registration is required. fmwfchamber.com Lindenwood Park - Rotary Shelter

1905 Roger Maris Dr. S, Fargo

STARTUP DRINKS

20th from 5:30 - 7 p.m.

Engaging conversations, connections and community building. That's what Emerging Prairie's monthly Startup Drinks is all about. This event is open to all people with an interest or involvement in the startup community in the Red River Valley. There's a cash/credit bar of wine and beer and just good times, in general. emergingprairie.com Prairie Den

122 1/2 Broadway N, Fargo

WEST FARGO CRUISE NIGHT 21st from 4:30 - 8 p.m.

Sheyenne Street in West Fargo will be filled with classic cars and bikes that will be cruising down the street every third Thursday of the month this summer. Park your ride to show it off or just take a walk and enjoy the sights. topperscarclub.com

Sheyenne Street - West Fargo

jadepresents.com SCHEELS Arena

MUSIC MONTAGE

HOMEWARD ANIMAL SHELTER PAWS WALK

Come out and participate in the open mic format of Music Montage, or sit back and enjoy the talent of local musicians at the outdoor park plaza.

5225 31st Ave. S, Fargo

19th from 6 - 8 p.m.

Come on down to Rheault Farm for the 26th annual Paws Walk fundraiser. All proceeds from this charity event directly benefit shelter animals in the Fargo-Moorhead area. The event will also include catering, Games to Go, vendor booths and a photo booth. homewardonline.org Rheault Farm

2902 25th St. S, Fargo

YPN NEW MEMBER SOCIAL 20th from 4:30 - 5:15 p.m.

New to YPN (Young Professionals Network)?

Thinking about joining YPN? Then this event is for you. Connect with new and current members, learn more about the program and all the ways that you can be involved. YPN always make time to do some networking so don’t forget your business cards. Then stick

21st from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

fargoparks.com Great Northern Bicycle Co. Plaza

425 Broadway N, Fargo

CORKS & CANVAS 21st from 5 - 9 p.m.

Enjoy an evening walk through Downtown Fargo while sampling select wines, live music and artists and great shopping at the local businesses. Wristbands are $20 and can be purchased from any of the participating businesses (found online). downtownfargo.com Downtown Fargo

THE TALLEST MAN ON EARTH 19th at 7:30 p.m.

Kristian Mattson, a Swedish singer-songwriter perhaps better known by his stage name The Tallest Man on Earth and often compared by critics to artists like Bob Dylan, will be in Fargo as part of his "Dark Bird is Home" tour. The show is 21+ and the doors will open at 6:30 p.m. jadepresents.com Sanctuary Events Center

670 4th Ave. N, Fargo

FM REDHAWKS VS. SIOUX CITY

22nd at 7:02 p.m., 23rd at 6 p.m. and 24th at 1 p.m. fmredhawks.com Newman Outdoor Field

1515 15th Ave. N, Fargo

LEVEL 2 COMEDY

22nd and 23rd at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.

Get ready for some drinks and laughs at the upper-level bar of the Radisson hotel in Downtown Fargo. Comedians Mike Brody and Trevor Anderson will be performing two shows per night at the Level 2 Comedy Club.

Get your tickets in advance for good seats. facebook.com/level2comedy Radisson

201 5th St. N, Fargo

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FARGO BLUES FESTIVAL 29th-30th at various times

Celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, the Fargo Blues Festival will be hosting 12 worldclass bands. Come on out to enjoy some great music, food and beverages. fargobluesfest.com Newman Outdoor Field

1515 15th Ave. N, Fargo

CRUISIN' BROADWAY

August 4th from 5 - 9 p.m.

Broadway in Downtown Fargo will be filled with classic cars and bikes cruising down the street every first Thursday of the month this summer. Park your ride to show it off or just take a walk and enjoy the sights. downtownfargo.com Broadway - Downtown Fargo

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TEDXFARGO

21st from 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

This popular summer event that stems out of the famous TED talks is back, and is planned to be bigger and better than ever. With a spike in attendance growth each year, an extensive list of inspirational speakers from all over the country, plenty of surrounding activities and lots of opportunities to get involved in the community, this year's TEDxFargo is sure to inspire and impress. This year's incredible festival-like event will focus around the theme of acceleration and how we can better our community by putting new ideas from the speakers into place. tedxfargo.com Fargo Civic Center

207 4th St. N, Fargo

GERMAN FOLK FESTIVAL 23rd from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Come explore German culture at Rheualt Farm in Fargo as the Park District hosts the German Folk Festival. With plenty of free food, crafts and demonstration, there is sure to be something for everyone. fargoparks.com Rheault Farm

2902 25th St. S, Fargo

FM REDHAWKS VS. WINNIPEG 25th-27th at 7:02 p.m. fmredhawks.com Newman Outdoor Field

1515 15th Ave. N, Fargo

ZOO BREW WITH TRIPWIRE 28th from 7 - 10 p.m.

All party animals 21 and over are invited to have a brew while jamming to live music from popular local band Tripwire. Admission is $25 for zoo members and $30 for nonmembers.

It's that time of year again. Country music stars and fans will be flooding into Detroit Lakes, Minn., for the 34th annual WE Fest Country Music Festival. This year's lineup includes Eric Church, Kid Rock, Tim McGraw, Lee Brice, Billy Currington, Steven Tyler and many more. Ticket, parking and camping info and sales can all be found online. wefest.com Soo Pass Ranch

25526 Hwy. 22, Detroit Lakes

SUPERHERO 5K WALK/RUN August 6th at 8 a.m.

Come out and be a true superhero in this 5K walk/run as all proceeds are going to support the prevention of child abuse. Participants are encouraged to dress up as their favorite superhero, but if you don't, wear your race shirt, which is guaranteed if you register before July 15. Individual registration is $25 and family registration is $50 with up to two adults per family. ndtourism.com Oak Grove Park

170 Maple St., Fargo

redriverzoo.org Red River Zoo

4255 23rd Ave. S, Fargo

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MUSIC JULY 6TH - 7TH

WEDNESDAY, JULY 6TH Sub:Culture (Free EDM) - The Aquarium Silversyde with Theody & Anomic Garage Bar Diane MIller - Junkyard Brewing Company Crab Legs (Tour Kickoff), Noise Complaint, Low Speed Chase, Klasm, Independent Study - The New Direction THURSDAY, JULY 7TH The Blues Band - Empire Tavern Matt Johnson - Junkyard Brewing Company The Maension - The New Direction Prophets of Addiction - Rick's Bar October Road - Shotgun Sally's Blue English - Tailgators Redline - The Windbreak High Five - The HoDo

JULY 8TH - 9TH FRIDAY, JULY 8TH Go Murphy (Album Release Party) The Aquarium Boots with Hard Travelin' - Dempsey's Tom Peckskamp and Matt Aakre (Double Header) - Junkyard Brewing Company ‘68, Red Sweater Lullaby, Anomic, Boxcutter Kids - The New Direction Broke & Thirsty - Rick's Bar Mick $ Rich - Speck's Bar October Road - Shotgun Sally's Gina Powers Band - VFW: Downtown Tripwire - The Windbreak

SATURDAY, JULY 9TH Sex Knuckle - The Aquarium D Mills & The Thrills - Dempsey's Brady Perl - Junkyard Brewing Company Broke & Thirsty - Rick's Bar Mick $ Rich - Speck's Bar Phoenix Rises - Shogun Sally's Gina Powers Band - VFW: Downtown Six to Midnight - The Windbreak

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SUNDAY, JULY 10TH Beer & Hymns with The Cropdusters Junkyard Brewing Company Lars and Joe Pony Show - The Windbreak Celebration of Women Summer House Concert with Diane Miller - (Please contact Bobbi at bobbisolien@gmail.com for location/more information.)

MONDAY, JULY 11TH Al Scorch - The Aquarium Jan Severson - Junkyard Brewing Company TUESDAY, JULY 12TH The Cropdusters (Classic Motorcycle Night) - Junkyard Brewing Company Mick Klein (Patio Party) - Shotgun Sally's WEDNESDAY, JULY 13TH Sub:Culture (Upstairs), Zen People (Downstairs) - The Aquarium Jacob Cummings - Junkyard Brewing Company From the Eyes of Servants, Problem of Pain, Atrocities, Swing Low, Baltic to Boardwalk - The New Direction

STAY ON THE SCENE WITH OUR GUIDE TO FARGOMOORHEAD’S LOCAL MUSIC.

THURSDAY, JULY 14TH The Vistas - Empire Tavern davis? - Junkyard Brewing Company Old Time Jam - The Red Raven Boomtown - Shotgun Sally's Zach and Terry Show - Tailgators Two Way Crossing - The Windbreak Retrolution - The HoDo

JULY 15TH - 16TH FRIDAY, JULY 15TH Megan Hamilton and the Bermudas The Aquarium Tin Can Gin with Carrie Nation and the Speakeasy - Dempsey's Heavy is the Head - Empire Tavern Beach Party: Cheesy surf movie clips with limbo contest and surf rock Junkyard Brewing Company Pretty Tricky - Rick's Bar Flashback - Speck's Bar Pop Rocks - Shotgun Sally's Blue Grit - VFW: Downtown Two Way Crossing - The Windbreak Celebration of Women Summer House Concert with Sarah Morrau and Bekka DeVries - (Please contact Bobbi at bobbisolien@gmail.com for location/more information.)

SATURDAY, JULY 16TH Inter Arma - The Aquarium iPod DJ Dance Party - Dempsey's Matthew Griswold - Junkyard Brewing Company All Ages Dance Party - The New Direction Pretty Tricky - Rick's Bar 24 Seven - Shotgun Sally's Blue Grit - VFW: Downtown Feedback - The Windbreak

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SUNDAY, JULY 17TH The David Wax Museum - The Aquarium Beer & Hymns with Gina and Janson Junkyard Brewing Company Butters Toast & Jam Band - The Windbreak

MONDAY, JULY 18TH Tom Peckskamp - Junkyard Brewing Company TUESDAY, JULY 19TH Matt Johnson - Junkyard Brewing Company Hip Hop Night - The New Direction Zach and Terry (Patio Party) - Shotgun Sally's

LOCALMUSIC VENUES

NEED TO FIND THE HOTSPOT? LOOK NO FURTHER THAN THIS HELPFUL GUIDE. THE AQUARIUM

JUNKYARD BREWING COMPANY

SPECK’S BAR

DEMPSEY’S

THE NEW DIRECTION

TAILGATORS SPORTS CAFE

EMPIRE TAVERN

THE RED RAVEN

THE HODO LOUNGE

GARAGE BAR

RICK’S BAR

VFW: DOWNTOWN

JC CHUMLEY’S

SHOTGUN SALLY’S

THE WINDBREAK

226 Broadway N, Fargo (Above Dempsey's) 226 Broadway N, Fargo 424 Broadway N, Fargo ​​3108 9th St. S, Moorhead 1608 Main Ave., Moorhead

1416 1st Ave. N, Moorhead 14 Roberts St. N, Fargo 916 Main Ave., Fargo 2721 Main Ave., Fargo 1515 42nd St. S, Fargo

SIDESTREET

404 4th Ave. N, Fargo

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2611 Main Ave., Fargo 1322 Main Ave., Fargo

101 Broadway N, Fargo 202 Broadway N, Fargo 3150 39th St. S, Fargo

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WEDNESDAY, JULY 20TH Sub:Culture (Free EDM) - The Aquarium The Cropdusters (Junkyard Dash 5k) Junkyard Brewing Company Strengthen What Remains, New Heart, Spirit of Youth, The Deal - The New Direction THURSDAY, JULY 21ST Zach & Terry Acoustic Show - JC Chumley's Megan Makever and Amanda Ikeman - Junkyard Brewing Company Celtic Jam - The Red Raven Contention - Shotgun Sally's Pete-Sam-Pris Show - Tailgators October Road - The Windbreak Celebration of Women Summer House Concert with Peggy Bartunek - (Please contact Bobbi at bobbisolien@ gmail.com for location/more information.)

Hobo Nephews of Uncle Frank - The HoDo

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FRIDAY, JULY 22ND Victor Shores - The Aquarium Poitin - Dempsey's Pat Lenertz - Junkyard Brewing Company Sidewinder - Rick's Bar Devon Worley Band - Shotgun Sally's Road Trip Radio - VFW: Downtown October Road - The Windbreak SATURDAY, JULY 23RD Bear Hands - The Aquarium The Shuttles - Dempsey's

Tom Peckskamp - Junkyard Brewing Company Rabble Rouser - The New Direction Liquored Up - Speck's Bar The Boys of Summer - Shotgun Sally's Road Trip Radio - VFW: Downtown Silverado - The Windbreak

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SUNDAY, JULY 24TH Beer & Hymns with Good Shepherd Band - Junkyard Brewing Company Butters Toast & Jam Band - The Windbreak MONDAY, JULY 25TH Zach Thomas - Junkyard Brewing Company Pierre, Alleys, The Deal - The New Direction

Valley Band - Tailgators Broseph E. Lee - The Windbreak Jackie Meyers - The HoDo

JULY 29TH - 31ST FRIDAY, JULY 29TH The Road To Digital Rising - The Aquarium Heart & Soul - Dempsey’s Zoso (The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Tribute) - Garage Bar Lonesome Dan Kase - Junkyard Brewing Company Broken Bow - The New Direction Wicked Drive - Rick’s Bar 8th Hour - Shotgun Sally’s Frostfire - VFW: Downtown Broseph E. Lee - The Windbreak

WEDNESDAY, JULY 27TH Sub:Culture (Free EDM) - The Aquarium Diane Miller - Junkyard Brewing Company

SATURDAY, JULY 30TH Pretty Tricky - Dempsey’s Billy Lurken - Junkyard Brewing Company Broke & Thirsty - Rick’s Bar Licensed 2 Thrill - Shotgun Sally’s Frostfire - VFW: Downtown Groovetones (Downtown VFW Community Picnic 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.) - Trollwood Park Celebration of Women Summer House Concert with Hannah Christianson (Please contact Bobbi at bobbisolien@ gmail.com for location/more information.)

THURSDAY, JULY 28TH Aaron Kamm and the One Drops - The Aquarium The Alkis - Junkyard Brewing Company 8th Hour - Shotgun Sally's

SUNDAY, JULY 31ST Beer & Hymns with The Cropdusters Junkyard Brewing Company Butters Toast & Jam Band - The Windbreak

TUESDAY, JULY 26TH Russell T. Nutz - Junkyard Brewing Company Rick Adams (Patio Party) - Shotgun Sally's

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Acapulco 1150 36th St. S, Fargo

Domestic bottles $1.99, Malibu $2.25, Select Whiskey drinks $2, $.99 tap beers 2-6 pm

Import bottles $2.25, Bombay Sapphire and Hendrick’s Gin $2, Select Rum $1.99, $.99 tap beers 2-6 pm

Select wine by the glass $2.50, Absolut Vodka $2.50, Homemade Sangria $4, $.99 tap beers 2-6 pm

Happy hour 11 am-2pm and 6-9 pm, Margaritas $5, Domestic beer $1.99, select Tequilas $4.50

Happy hour 11 am-2 pm and 6-9 pm, Margaritas $5, Import beer $2.25, select Tequilas $4.50

Happy hour 11 a -2 pm and 6-9 pm, Margaritas $5, $1 off specialty drinks, select tequilas $4.50

All day $1.50 off cocktails and beers, Bloody Mary Special $2.50

Alibi Lounge & Casino 1340 21st Ave. S, Fargo

2 for 1 every day Noon - 7 pm

2 for 1 every day Noon - 7 pm

2 for 1 every day Noon - 7 pm

2 for 1 every day Noon - 7 pm

2 for 1 every day Noon - 7 pm

2 for 1 every day Noon - 7 pm

2 for 1 every day Noon - 7 pm

Applebees 4 area locations

Happy Hour from 3-6 pm and 9 pm-close and $6.99 domestic pitchers

Happy Hour from 3-6 pm and 9 pm-close and $2 wells

Happy Hour from 3-6 pm and 9 pm- close and ½ Price Bottles of Wine, $3 Bud Light Ritas

Happy Hour from 3-6 pm and 9 pm-close and $2 Long Island Teas

Happy Hour from 3-6 pm and 9 pm-close and $5 Mucho Drinks

Happy Hour from 3-6 pm and 9 pm-close and $5 Sangrias

Happy Hour from 3-6 pm and 9pm-close and $6.99 domestic pitchers

Bison Turf 1211 University Dr. N, Fargo

Happy Hour drink specials All Day

Mini Mug Night

Mug Night

$3.75 Stoli’s $5.75 domestic pitchers

$2.75 Windsors, Morgans, Bacardis, Smirnoffs, Jim Beams and domestic bottles

$3.50 Bloody Mary/ Caesars 11 am - 4 pm, Mug Night, $3.50 Jack Daniels and $3.75 premium pints

$3 wells and $3.75 32oz domestic draws

$2 Pounders 3-6 pm

$2 Pounders 3-6 pm

$2 Pounders 3-6 pm

Happy Hour 4-6 pm and 10 pm to midnight

Happy Hour 4-6 pm and 10 pm to midnight

Happy Hour 4-6 pm and 10 pm to midnight

Happy Hour 4-6 pm and 10 pm to midnight

Happy Hour 4-6 pm and 10 pm to midnight

Happy Hour 4-6 pm, 10 pm -midnight, Service Industry Night: 50% off all drinks 8 pm to close

College ID Night: $7 cover with free taps and wells 9 pm-midnight

Ink & Drink Night: $4 pitchers from 9 pm-close

3 for 1s 9 pm-midnight

3 for 1 drinks 9 pm-midnight

2 for 1 appetizers until midnight

Blackbird Woodfire 206 Broadway N, Fargo The Boiler Room 210 Broadway N, Fargo

Happy Hour 4-6 pm, 10 pmmidnight, Service Industry Night: 50% off all drinks 8 pm to close

Bomb Shelter 2 for 1 appetizers 325 10th St. N, Texas Hold ‘Em Fargo tourney 7:30 pm Borrowed Buck’s Roadhouse 1201 Westrac Dr., Fargo

Birthday Buckets

Mug Night

$.50 taps $1 Morgans $1 Teas 8 pm-Midnight

2 for 1 domestic bottles, Jack and Jack Honey 8 pm-Midnight

$2 tall taps $2 Morgans $2 bomb shots 8-11 pm

$2 tall taps $2 Morgans $2 bomb shots 8-11 pm

The Bowler 2630 University Dr. S, Fargo

$3 Captain Morgan/ Barcardi/Chuck Norris & Ninja Turtle Shots, $3.50 Tito’s Vodka, $4 Jack Daniels & Crown Royal, Happy Hour: $1 off all drinks

$3 Captain Morgan/ Barcardi/Chuck Norris & Ninja Turtle Shots, $3.50 Tito’s Vodka, $4 Jack Daniels & Crown Royal, Happy Hour: $1 off all drinks

$3 Captain Morgan/ Barcardi/Chuck Norris & Ninja Turtle Shots, $3.50 Tito’s Vodka, $4 Jack Daniels & Crown Royal, Happy Hour: $1 off all drinks

$3 Captain Morgan/ Barcardi/Chuck Norris & Ninja Turtle Shots, $3.50 Tito’s Vodka, $4 Jack Daniels & Crown Royal, Happy Hour: $1 off all drinks

$3 Captain Morgan/ Barcardi/Chuck Norris & Ninja Turtle Shots, $3.50 Tito’s Vodka, $4 Jack Daniels & Crown Royal, Happy Hour: $1 off all drinks

$3 Captain Morgan/ Barcardi/ Chuck Norris & Ninja Turtle Shots, $3.50 Tito’s Vodka, $4 Jack Daniels & Crown Royal

$3 Captain Morgan/Barcardi/ Chuck Norris & Ninja Turtle Shots, $3.50 Tito’s Vodka, $4 Jack Daniels & Crown Royal

Buffalo Wild Wings 3 area locations

Happy Hour All Day

2 for 1 wells 9 pm - midnight, Happy hour 3-6 pm and 9 pm-midnight

Happy Hour from 3-6 pm and 9 pm-midnight

$3 Long Island Iced Teas all day, Happy hour 3-6 pm and 9 pm-midnight

$4 margaritas on the rocks, $4 Mexican pints and $4 Mexican bottled beer all day

$4 Bloody Marys and Caesars form 11 am-5 pm

$3 you-call-its from 9 pm-midnight

Bulldog Tap 4265 45th St. S. Ste. 161, Fargo

$3.50 tall domestic taps 6 pm-close

$2.75 domestic bottles 8 pm-midnight

$3.50 UVs and Bacardis 8 pm-midnight

$3.25 Morgans $3.75 Crowns 8 pm-midnight

$3.75 Stolis and Jack Daniels 8 pm-midnight

$3.50 Smirnoffs and Windsors 8 pm-midnight

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Chili’s Grill and Bar 3902 13th Ave. S, Fargo

$3 tall domestic drafts, wine and margaritas 5 for $10 buckets of beer 3-6 pm

$3 tall domestic drafts, wine and margaritas 5 for $10 buckets of beer 3-6 pm

$3 tall domestic drafts, wine and margaritas 5 for $10 buckets of beer 3-6 pm

$3 tall domestic drafts, wine and margaritas 5 for $10 buckets of beer 3-6 pm

$3 tall domestic drafts, wine and margaritas 5 for $10 buckets of beer 3-6 pm

Chub’s Pub & Package Place 421 University Dr. N, Fargo

Big Mug Mondays: $5.95 New Mug & $3.95 Refills

$2.50 You Call It, “Top Shelf Excluded”

Big Mug Wednesdays: $5.95 New Mug & $3.95 Refills, $2.95 Morgans

$1 Taps, $2.95 Icehole and Fireball

Domestic beer & a shot For $7, Old School Teas & Stumplifters $2.95

$2.95 Bloody Mary’s & Caesars 8 am – Noon, $3.25 Jack Daniel’s, $2.95 PBR Tall Boy’s

Sunday Funday, $1 Off Drinks In Your Chub’s Sweatshirt

Dempsey’s 226 Broadway N, Fargo

$2.75 Old Style, $3 well drinks, $4 Jameson, $4.50 import or specialty taps from 4 pm-7 pm

$2.75 Old Style, $3 well drinks, $4 Jameson, $4.50 import or specialty taps from 4 pm-7 pm

$2.75 Old Style, $3 well drinks, $4 Jameson, $4.50 import or specialty taps from 4 pm-7 pm and $3 premium wells

$2.75 Old Style, $3 well drinks, $4 Jameson, $4.50 import or specialty taps from 4 pm-7 pm

$2.75 Old Style, $3 well drinks, $4 Jameson, $4.50 import or specialty taps from 4 pm-7 pm

$2.75 Old Style, $3 well drinks, $4 Jameson, $4.50 import or specialty taps from 4 pm-7 pm

Happy Hour drink specials 4 pm-close

D’Woods Lounge 3333 13th Ave. S, Fargo

$2.75 domestic bottles $3 Bacardis

$2.75 domestic bottles $1 off martinis

$3.50 Stolis $3.50 domestic taps

$3.50 Crown Royals $3.50 taps

$3.75 teas $3 Windsors

$3 Smirnoffs $3 Morgans

Half off all bottles of wine 4-11 pm, $1 off all tap and bottled beer, cocktails and wine by the glass for Happy Hour 3-6pm and 9pm-close

$2 off Beer flights 3-9 pm, $1 off all tap and bottled beer, cocktails and wine by the glass for Happy Hour 3-6pm and 9pm-close

$2 off Crafted cocktails 3-9 pm, $1 off all tap and bottled beer, cocktails and wine by the glass for Happy Hour 3-6pm and 9pm-close

$3 off wine flights 3-9 pm, $1 off all tap and bottled beer, cocktails and wine by the glass for Happy Hour 3-6pm and 9pm-close

$1 off all tap and bottled beer, cocktails and wine by the glass for Happy Hour 3-6pm and 9pm-close

$1 off Bloody Marys, Mimosas and Screwdrivers 12-5 pm

$1 off Bloody Marys, Mimosas and Screwdrivers 12-5 pm

$3.50 Crown Royals

$2.95 Bacardis

$2.75 Windsors

$2.95 Morgans, $3.95 Jack Daniels

$3.50 Stoli, $3.25 Jim Beams

$3.50 import and craft bottles, $3.95 Jagermeisters

$2.75 vodkas and Windsors

$4 pints from 4-6 pm

$4 pints from 4-6 pm

$4 pints from 4-6 pm

$4 pints from 4-6 pm

Fort Noks Bar of Gold 52 Broadway N, Fargo

Happy Hour 4-7 pm $4.25 Margarita’s, Long Island Ice Tea’s & $15 buckets of beer

Happy Hour 4-7 pm $2.25 taps

Happy Hour 4-7 pm, $2.75 select whiskeys, import bottles and micro domestic beers

Happy Hour All Day

Happy hour 4-7 pm, $3.25 Stolis, $3.25 Goldschlager and Icehole and $2 wells and bottles from 8-10 pm

$3.50 Bloody Mary 2-6 pm, $3.25 Bacardis, Morgans, Malibus, All Day, $3.25 Chuck Norris shots & $2 wells and domestic bottles from 8-10 pm

Any special throughout the week is honored all day long

Frank’s Lounge 2640 52nd Ave. S, Fargo

Happy Hour 4-6 pm and 9 pm-midnight: $1 off spirits, wine and beer

Happy Hour 4-6 pm and 9 pm-midnight: $1 off spirits, wine and beer and half price wine glasses and bottles

Happy Hour 4-6 pm and 9 pm-midnight: $1 off spirits, wine and beer

Happy Hour 4-6 pm and 9 pm-midnight: $1 off spirits, wine and beer and $1 off bottles and cans of beer

$4 Grey Goose and Crown Royal drinks, $5 off any Frank's apparel

$5 build-yourown Bloody Mary or Mimosa bar 11 am-4 pm

$5 build-yourown Bloody Mary or Mimosa bar 11 am-4 pm, All day Happy Hour, half price tap beer all day

Golf Addiction 4474 23rd Ave. S, Fargo

Mulligan Monday – Twofers on all taps

Twosday $2 domestic bottles

Apple Winesday - ½ Priced appetizers & wine

Thirstday $2 Green Cup Fills

$5 domestic pitchers

$2 Green Cup Fills

$1 PBR Pounders & $2 Green Cup Fills (22oz of beer in a Green Golf Addiction Cup)

Granite City $5 cocktails 1636 42nd St. S, from 3-6 pm and 9 pm-close Fargo

$5 cocktails and $6.75 growler fills and $7.50 pitchers from 3-6 pm and 9 pm-close

$5 cocktails from 3-6 pm and 9 pm-close

$5 cocktails and $6.75 growler fills and $7.50 pitchers from 3-6 pm and 9 pm-close

$5 cocktails from 3-6 pm and 9 pm-close

$1 off wine, beer and drinks, $3 mimosas, Herd and Horns $3 PBR pounders 1414 12th Ave. N, and $3.50 Snortie Brew Pints all Fargo day, Monday night Football specials

Happy Hour 3-6 pm and 9 pm-close, $2.50 domestic pints, $3 craft/import pints, $2.50 Snortie Brew Pints and $3 mimosas all day

Happy Hour Happy Hour 3-6 pm and 3-6 pm and 9 pm-close, 9 pm-close, Thursday night $3 mimosas, Football specials, $3 mimosas, $3 PBR pounders $3 PBR pounders and $2.50 and $2.50 Snortie Brew Snortie Brew pints all day pints all day

Doolittles Woodfire Grill 2112 25th St. S, Fargo

Empire 424 Broadway N, Fargo ​Fargo Brewing Company 610 University Dr. N, Fargo

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Happy hour 3-6 pm, $2.50 Snortie Brew Pints, $3 PBR pounders and $3 mimosas all day

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SUNDAY

$3 tall domestic drafts, wine and margaritas 5 for $10 buckets of beer All Day

Bottomless mimosas from noon to 5pm for $7.99 $5 Bloody Mary bar 9 am-4 pm, $3 Bud Light Pounders during the game, $3 screwdrivers, $3 PBR pounders, $3 mimosas and $3 Snortie Brew Pints all day

$5 Bloody Mary bar 11 am-4 pm, Happy Hour 3-6 pm and 9 pm-close, $3 mimosas, $3 screwdrivers, $3.50 craft pounders and $3 domestic pounders all day

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Kilstone Brewing 764 34th St. N, Fargo

WEDNESDAY

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SATURDAY

Happy Hour 3-6pm with $1 pints

Happy Hour 3-6pm with $1 pints

Happy Hour 3-6pm with $1 pints, Super Awesome Funtime Game Night from 7-9pm

Happy Hour 3-6pm with $1 pints

SUNDAY

Labby’s Grill & Bar 1100 19th Ave. N, Fargo

$2.95 Morgans, $3.95 margaritas, $12.50 buckets of beer

32oz Mug Night - All tap beer and select liquor

$3.50 jumbo Long Island Teas, $5.25 top shelf Long Island Teas

Poor boy pounder night

$1 off all bottled beer and drinks 9 pm-close

$3.95 Mimosas, Screwdrivers, and Bloody Marys from 9 am - 3 pm

$2.95 pounders

Lucky’s 13 Pub 4301 17th Ave. S, Fargo

$2.25 short domestic beers

Half off Margaritas and $2.50 Coronas

$3 tall domestic taps 3 pm-close

½ price bottles of wine $2 PBR bottles 3 pm-close

Happy Hour 3-6 pm

9 am-2 pm $2.50 Mimosas and Bloody Marys

Happy Hour all day – $1.25 off all drinks & $2.50 mimosas 12-4 pm

Luna Fargo 1545 University Dr. S, Fargo

1/2 price tap beers, wine by the glass and cheese plates from 5-6 pm and 9-10 pm Service industry night: 1st glass of wine or tap beer on the house

Mezzaluna 309 Roberts St. N, Fargo

* This is not a full list of specials. Specials subject to change. For updated and entire list of specials, go fargomonthly.com.

The Northern 325 10th St. N, Fargo

1/2 price tap 1/2 price tap 1/2 price tap 1/2 price tap 1/2 price tap beers, wine by beers, wine by beers, wine by beers, wine by beers, wine by the glass and the glass and the glass and the glass and the glass and cheese plates cheese plates cheese plates cheese plates cheese plates from 5-6 pm and from 5-6 pm and from 5-6 pm and from 5-6 pm and from 5-6 pm and 9-10 pm 9-10 pm 9-10 pm 9-10 pm 9-10 pm Happy Hour 4 - 6 pm and 9 - 11 pm: $3 tap beer, $2 off select cocktails, $1 glass of wine

Happy Hour 4 - 6 pm and 9 - 11 pm: $3 tap beer, $2 off select cocktails, $1 glass of wine

Happy Hour 4 - 6 pm and 9 - 11 pm: $3 tap beer, $2 off select cocktails, $1 glass of wine

Happy Hour 4 - 6 pm and 9 - 11 pm: $3 tap beer, $2 off select cocktails, $1 glass of wine

Happy Hour 4 - 6 pm and 9 - 11 pm: $3 tap beer, $2 off select cocktails, $1 glass of wine

Happy Hour 5-7 pm

Happy Hour 5-7 pm

Happy Hour 5-7 pm

Happy Hour 5-7 pm

Happy Hour 5-7 pm

Happy Hour 10 pm-close with 2-for-1 drinks

Happy Hour 10 pm-close with 2-for-1 drinks

$3 UV Vodka

$3 Bloody Marys and Caesars with UV Vodka until 4 pm

Pay The Day Taps 8-10 pm College Night $2.75 select drinks 9-11 pm

$3.50 pitchers 8-10 pm, College Night $2.75 select drinks 9-11 pm

Happy Hour 5-7 pm

NoBull Country Club 609 NP Ave, Fargo O’Kelly’s 3800 Main Ave., Fargo

$3 Long Island Iced Teas and 23oz. domestic taps

Rum Monday: $3 Malibu and Captain Morgan

Whiskey Wednesday: $3 Bison Ridge and Windsor

Barcardi Party: $3 Barcardi White, Limón or Black Razz

Old Broadway City Club 22 Broadway N, Fargo Old Broadway Grill 22 Broadway N, Fargo

OB Sport Zone 22 Broadway N, Fargo

Ticket Tuesday $3.50 Mugs 6-10 pm Happy Hour 3-6 pm with 2-for-1 drinks

Happy Hour 3-6 pm with 2-for-1 drinks

Happy Hour 3-6 pm with 2-for-1 drinks

Happy Hour 3-6 pm with 2-for-1 drinks, College Night: $2.75 select drinks 9-11 pm

$2.95 Bloody Marys/mimosas & select drinks 11 am-2 pm, College Night $2.75 select drinks 9-11 pm

$2.50 domestic bottles and wells, $4 domestic jars and WuTangs

$3 Captain Morgan, Tootsie Pops and Dr. McGillicuddy; $4 domestic jars

$4 Water Moccasins, $7 craft jars, $8 well jars

$3.50 Fireball and Kinky, $4 Crown Royal and $5 domestic jars from 4-10 pm

4-10 pm $4 Jack Daniels, Chuck Norris and Long Island Teas; $5 domestic jars

Half price bottles of wine 3pm-close, $1 off cocktails, beer and wine for Happy Hour 3-6 pm and 9pm-close

$2 off wine and liquor flights 3pm-close, $1 off cocktails, beer and wine for Happy Hour 3-6 pm and 9pm-close

$2 off culinary cocktails 3pmclose, $1 off cocktails, beer and wine for Happy Hour 3-6 pm and 9pm-close

$1 off cocktails, beer and wine for Happy Hour 3-6 pm and 9pm-close

$1 off cocktails, beer and wine for Happy Hour 3-6 pm and 9pm-close

Pickled Parrot 505 3rd Ave. N, Fargo

Porter Creek Hardwood Grill ​1 555 44th St. S, Fargo

$2.95 Bloody Marys/ mimosas/SkipN-Go Naked 11 am-2 pm

Wine Club Night from 4-10 pm

$5.95 Pitchers ($8.95 Craft and Import) all day & 2-for-1 drinks from 3-6 pm

Half price draft beer 3pm-close, $1 off cocktails, beer and wine for Happy Hour 3-6 pm and 9pm-close

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Happy Hour all day

$1 off cocktails, beer and wine for Happy Hour 3-6 pm and 9pm-close

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Happy Hour 4-6 pm and 9 pmclose with $2 off appetizers, $1 off taps and well drinks.

Happy Hour 4-6 pm and 9 pmclose with $2 off appetizers, $1 off taps and well drinks.

Happy Hour 4-6 pm and 9 pm-close with $2 off appetizers, $1 off taps and well drinks.

Happy Hour 4-6 pm and 9 pmclose with $2 off appetizers, $1 off taps and well drinks.

Happy Hour 4-6 pm and 9 pmclose with $2 off appetizers, $1 off taps and well drinks.

Top Shelf Tuesday: $2 off all top shelf liquors

Wine Wednesday: $2 off all glasses of wine and half price bottles

Tap Thursday: $3 crafts and imports, $2 domestics and $1 off taps

Free pint of Rhombus Beer with a Rhombus Growler fill from 6 pm-close

Half off glasses and bottles of wine starting at 6 pm

$4 pints of Rhombus beer starting at 9 pm

Late Night Happy Hour from 10 pm-close

$4 craft beer pints starting at 9 pm

Bloody Mary Bar from 11 am-4 pm, $5 well vodka, $6 premium vodka,$3 youcall-its for service industry all day

$3.05 Morgans $3.45 tall domestic taps 4:30 pm-close

$3.75 Crown Royals $3.95 Crown Blacks

$2.95 Bacardis/ domestic bottles 4:30 pm-close

Mug Club Night $3.75 Jack Daniels/teas

$3.25 UV vodkas

$3.25 import and specialty bottles $3.25 Ice Hole shots

$3.35 tall domestic taps All Day $2.75 well drinks 4:30 pm-close

Rooter’s Bar 107 Broadway N, Fargo

$2 12oz domestic draws All Day

$2.50 domestic bottles All Day

$2.50 Morgans & Windsors All Day

$2.50 teas $7.50 domestic pitchers

Happy Hour from 4:30-6:30 pm (2 for 1 drinks)

$2.50 Homemade Bloody Marys w/ beer chaser 10 am-4 pm

Shotgun Sally’s Rock and Roll Saloon 1515 42nd St. S, Fargo

$1 off drinks from 3-6 pm and 9 pm-midnight

$1 off drinks from 3-6 pm and 9 pm-midnight

$1 off drinks from 3-6 pm and 9 pm-midnight and ½ price bottles of wine

$1 off drinks from 3-6 pm and 9 pm-midnight and $1 wells, $2 domestic bottles and $3 domestic beers/ premium wells

Ladies Night: $5 all you can drink from 9 pm-midnight

$7 bottomless mimosas/bloody marys/domestic taps from 10 am-2 pm

$3 Bloody Marys and $7 bottomless mimosas from noon-6 pm

Sickie's Garage 3431 Fiechtner Dr. S, Fargo

$2 Sailer Jerry and Absolut, $3 Jack Daniels and Redbull shots, Happy Hour 3-6 pm and 9-11 pm with $2.50 domestic taps and wells

Big 98.7 Happy Hour 4 - 6 pm with $.98 domestic taps, Q105 $1.05 drink tickets 7 - 9 pm, $2 Sailer Jerry and Absolut, $3 Jack Daniels and Redbull shots, Happy Hour 3-6 pm and 9-11 pm $2.50 domestic taps and wells

Rock 701 $1.07 drink tickets 5 - 7 pm, $2 Sailer Jerry and Absolut, $3 Jack Daniels and Redbull shots, Happy Hour 3-6 pm and 9-11 pm with $2.50 domestic taps and wells

$2 Sailer Jerry and Absolut, $3 Jack Daniels and Redbull shots, Happy Hour 3-6 pm and 9-11 pm with $2.50 domestic taps and wells

$2 Sailer Jerry and Absolut, $3 Jack Daniels and Redbull shots, Happy Hour 3-6 pm and 9-11 pm with $2.50 domestic taps and wells

Happy Hour 3-6 pm with $2.50 domestic taps and wells

Happy Hour 3-6 pm and 9-11 pm with $2.50 domestic taps and wells

Sidestreet Grille & Pub 301 3rd Ave. N, Fargo

$3.75 Jamesons, $.75 off craft bottles

College night with ID All Day Happy Hour

$3 Windsors $2.50 domestic pints $3 Leinenkugels and Nordeast pints

$3 rums $.75 off domestic bottles and micro craft pints, $5 perfect storms

$3.50 Stolis, $3.75 Summit pints

$3.75 Jack Daniels, Jack Honeys and Jim Beams $3.75 New Belgium bottles

$2 off all pitchers $3 rail vodkas $1 off you-call-its Service Industry Night

Slammer’s Sports Bar & Grill 707 28th Ave. N, Fargo

$3.15 Miller High Life bottles $3.40 Bacardi Limon and Sailor Jerrys

$3.15 Bud and Bud Light Bottles

$3.15 Bud and Bud Light bottles $3 white zin and merlot wines

$3.15 Coors Light and Mich Golden Light bottles

$3.15 Bud and Bud Light bottles. $3.40 Morgans

$3.75 Bloody Marys and Caesars, All Day well specials $2.75

$2.80 All wells, $5.25 Busch Light pitchers

$2.95 pounders

$3 Bacardis and Jim Beams

$2.95 Morgans $3.95 Jack Daniels

$2.95 whiskeys and Barefoot wines

$3.25 import and craft beers, $3.25 Smirnoffs

$3.25 UV drinks

$2.75 wells, $3.35 20oz taps

$4 Stoli all day, $1 selected drafts until keg is done, $3 jumbo domestic beers and $1 well pours from 4-7 pm

$3 jumbo domestic beers and $1 well pours from 4-7 pm

$3 jumbo domestic beers until 4 pm

$3 jumbo domestic beers all day

Mondays Suck Burger Day: Burger, fries and Pounds beer for $10 Happy ​6 12 1st Ave. N, Hour 4-6 pm and 9 pm-close with Fargo $2 off appetizers, $1 off taps and well drinks Radisson (Lobby Bar) 201 5th St. N. Fargo

Martini Monday: $2 off all martinis

Rhombus Guys Pizza 606 Main Ave, Fargo Rick’s Bar 2721 Main Ave, Fargo

Speck’s Bar 2611 Main Ave, Fargo Spirits Lounge 3803 13th Ave. S, Fargo

$2.50 Captain Crown Royal 2-for-1 cocktails $3 Morgan and and $4 Jameson $3.50 Malibu all all day, $3 jumbo all day, $3 jumbo day, $3 jumbo domestic beers domestic beers and $1 well pours domestic beers and $1 well pours and $1 well pours from 4-7 pm from 4-7 pm from 4-7 pm

Sports Bar 619 NP Ave. N, Fargo

$2.50 tap beer pints, $3.50 talls

Tailgators Sports Cafe 1322 Main Ave, Fargo

$3.50 Crown Royal, $3 UV Vodka Flavors, Football Night: $3.50 Bud & Bud Light aluminum bottles 6 - 10 pm

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$2.50 Stolis & $3.50 Stolis with energy drink

College Night: ½ price domestic pitchers

$2.95 Jack Daniels, Captain Morgan, Bombay Sapphire and Grey Goose

½ off pitchers 7 - 10 pm

½ off pitchers 7 - 10 pm

$3 pounders, $3.50 Bloody Marys

$3 domestic bottles, $3 Captain Morgan

$8 domestic pitchers, $2.50 Schnapps, $2.75 well drinks

$3.50 import bottles and gator teas, $2.50 Schnapps, Football Night: $3.50 Bud & Bud Light aluminum bottles 6 - 10 pm

$3 Bacardi, $2.75 Windsor, $3 Chuck Norris shots and Jag Bombs

$3.99 Bloody Marys, $1 off whisky, $3.25 domestic pints and bottles, $3.25 Wonder Woman

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$3 Captain Morgan

$6 domestic pitchers

$3 Windsor

$3 domestic pounders and bottles

$3 teas

Happy Hour 11 am-5 pm

Happy Hour All Day

$2 off jumbo 32 oz. Margaritas

$2 PBR Pounders, $1 off Almond-Ritas

$1 off Padre’s Root Beer Float

$2 off all tequila shots

$1 off Cadillac Margaritas, $2 Margaritas 9pm-close

$1 off Lavender Lemonades, $1 off Sangria, $2 Margaritas 9 pm - close

The Windbreak 3150 39th St. S, Fargo

$1 off drinks from 4-7 pm and 9-11 pm, 32oz.

Captain Morgan pitchers for $10 all day

$1 off drinks from 4-7 pm and 9-11 pm, 32oz.

Captain Morgan pitchers for $10 all day

$1 off drinks from 4-7 pm and 9-11 pm, 32oz.

Captain Morgan pitchers for $10 all day

Ladies Night: Ladies drink free from 9 pm midnight, Guys $2.50 from 9-11 pm, $2 select bomb shots 9-11 pm

$2 drinks 4-7 pm and 9-11pm, $2 select bombs shots 9-11pm

Woody’s Bar 1550 32nd Ave. S, Fargo

Happy Hour All Day ($1 off all drinks)

$3.30 Captain Morgan, $3.30 Bacardi and Flavors

$3.30 Deep Eddy Vodka, $3.30 Glasses of Bota Box Wine

$3.85 Crown Royal, $3.85 Jack Daniels

$3.30 Captain Morgan, $3.50 Long Island Iced Tea

$3.30 Bloody Mary and Caesars, $3.30 import bottles

$3.30 Bloody Mary and Caesars, $6 domestic pitchers, $8 import pitchers

Bar Nine $3 tall domestics, $3 Stolis and 1405 Prairie $3 Jack Daniels Pkwy, West Fargo 8 pm

$2 domestic pints and wells 8 pm

Mug night 8 pm $5 mugs

$2.50 domestic bottles, $3 well specials 8 pm

$2.50 Morgans and Bacardis 8 pm

$3 teas and bomb shots 8 pm

$6 domestic pitchers and $2.50 Icehole All Day

Blarney Stone 1910 9th St. E, West Fargo

Happy Hour 3-6 pm and 9 pm-close, $1 off drafts, $1 off bar pours, $1 off house wines

VIP Day: Mug club members get an extra $1 off discounted beer, Happy Hour 3-6 pm and 9 pm-close

$2 off popsicle drinks, Happy Hour 3-6 pm and 9 pm-close

VIP Day: Mug club members get an extra $1 off discounted beer, Happy Hour 3-6 pm and 9 pm-close

Happy Hour 3-6 pm and 9 pm-close, $1 off drafts, $1 off bar pours, $1 off house wines

Free trip through the Bloody Mary bar or free mimosa with purchase of breakfast entrée, Happy Hour 9 pm-close

Happy Hour all day, VIP Day: Mug club members get an extra $1 off discounted beer

Hooligans 3330 Sheyenne St, West Fargo

$2.50 domestic bottles All Day

$3 domestic talls All Day

$3.50 well margaritas, $3 Corona and Dos Equis

$2.50 Morgans and Bacardis All Day

$3 well drinks 7 pm - close

$3 bomb shots 8 pm - midnight

$3 Captain Morgan, domestic bottles, Bloody Marys and Caesars all day

Happy Hour 4-8 pm, $3 Jack Daniels, $5 domestic jars and Martinis

$3 Crown Royal and domestic bottles, Happy Hour 4-8 pm with $3 domestic bottles and wells, $5 domestic jars, $2 off martinis, $3 Ice Hole and $5 off bottles of wine

Happy Hour 4-8 pm, $2.50 Captain Morgan, $4 Parrot Punch, $7 craft jars; $3 Ice Hole

Happy Hour 4-8 pm; $4 Fireball, Jameson and Water Moccasins; $6 domestic jars; $3 Ice Hole

Happy Hour 4-8 pm; $3 Tito's Vodka and Bacardi, $4 craft bottles and WuTangs; $3 Ice Hole

Happy Hour 4-8pm; $2 SKYY Vodka, Windsor, Captain Morgan, Bacardi

$3.50 Morgan and Bacardi

$3.50 Jack Daniels, Jim Beam and Jameson, $4.50 Crown Royal

$3.50 UV, Wave and Titos

$3.50 Windsor, $3.00 Solo Cups: Bud Light Coors Light Miller Lite

$3.00 Solo Cups: Bud Light Coors Light Miller Lite

Happy Hour All Day Service Industry Night: $3.50 youcall-its

$3 Jag and Jack Daniels, $7.50 Miller Lite Pitchers

$3 Windsor, Canadian Club, Jack Daniels and $14 bucket of domestic beers

$3 Captain Morgan, Bacardi and domestic bottles

$3.50 bomb shots and Tito’s Vodka

Bloody Mary and Caesar specials all day, $3 Fireball and Tuaca

$7.50 Coors Light pitchers, $3.50 Crown Royal, Bloody Mary and Caesar specials all day

Happy Hour from 4:30-6:30 pm

Happy Hour from 4:30-6:30 pm

Happy Hour from 4:30-6:30 pm

Happy Hour from 4:30-6:30 pm

Happy Hour from 4:30-6:30 pm

Happy Hour from 4:30-6:30 pm

Happy Hour from 4:30-6:30 pm

Speedway Steakhouse 680 Main Ave. W, West Fargo

Happy Hour 4-7 pm with $3 25oz. domestic beers; $2 16oz. domestic beers, rail drinks and domestic bottles

Happy Hour 4-7 pm with $3 25oz. domestic beers; $2 16oz. domestic beers, rail drinks and domestic bottles

Happy Hour 4-7 pm with $3 25oz. domestic beers; $2 16oz. domestic beers, rail drinks and domestic bottles

Happy Hour 4-7 pm with $3 25oz. domestic beers; $2 16oz. domestic beers, rail drinks and domestic bottles

Happy Hour 4-7 pm with $3 25oz. domestic beers; $2 16oz. domestic beers, rail drinks and domestic bottles

Happy Hour 4-7 pm with $3 25oz. domestic beers; $2 16oz. domestic beers, rail drinks and domestic bottles

Happy Hour 4-7 pm with $3 25oz. domestic beers; $2 16oz. domestic beers, rail drinks and domestic bottles

Spicy Pie 745 31st Ave. E. Ste. 110, West Fargo

$1 off 20oz taps or $.75 off 16oz taps

$3 you-call-its

$6 domestic and $7 import pitchers

$2 whiskey drinks

$2 rum drinks

$2 vodka drinks

$3 Bloody Mary’s and/or Caesars

Mug night

$3 off all pitchers 7 pm-close

Tall beers for the price of short 7 pm-close

½ price bottles of wine, $5 classic and $8 top-shelf martinis 7 pm-close

$3.50 Jameson and $1 off bottled beer 8 pm-close

$3.50 Bloody Marys, Caesars and Mimosas, $5 teas and $6 Patron margaritas 8 pm-close

Happy Hour All Day

VFW: Downtown 202 Broadway N, Fargo Vinyl Taco 520 1st Ave. N, Fargo

$1 off drinks 4-7 pm, 2-for-1's from 9 pm to midnight

WEST FARGO

Pickled Parrot West 1410 9th St. E, West Fargo

Pub West 3140 Bluestem Dr, West Fargo

$3.50 tall domestic beer, $4.50 tall craft beer

Rookies 715 13th Ave. E, West Fargo Silver Dollar Flying Pig 221 Sheyenne St, West Fargo

Three Lyons Pub 675 13th Ave. E, West Fargo

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Town Hall Bar 103 Main Ave. W, West Fargo

$3 Captain Morgan, $3.50 Crown Royal, $3.50 Washington Apples from 7-11 pm

$3 32oz domestic Mongo Mugs, Ladies night $1 off drinks, $3 shots from 7-11 pm

Hump Day Happy Hour 3-7 pm, Windsor $3, Wu Tang Shots $3 from 7-11 pm

Rum Night $3 Cristal & Limon, Domestic Pitchers $6 from 7-11 pm

Fireball Friday $3, Extended happy hour 3-8 pm from 7-11 pm

Sex with Strangers $3, 10 am-1 pm $4 Bloody Marys & Caesars from 7-11 pm

$2.75 pounders all day, Service Industry Special: well drinks & domestic beer $2 from 7-11 pm

​VFW: West Fargo 308 Sheyenne St, West Fargo

$2.50 regular domestic beers and Windsor

12 inch pizza and a pitcher of beer for $11

$3 Barcardi, Morgan, Mike’s Hard Lemonade or Wine Coolers

$3.50 25oz tap beers, $3 25oz amber tap beers and import/ premium bottles

Work Zone 701 Main Ave. E, West Fargo

$3 Jag shots, $3 Tuaca, Mug Special $6.50 with $3.50 refills

$3 Bacardi and Ice Hole

$3 Dr. Mac shots, Mug Special $6.50 with $3.50 refills

$3 Morgan, Malibu and Jag

$3 Jack and Jims

$3 Bloody Marys and Caesars, $3 craft and imports

$5.50 domestic pitchers, $3.50 Buccas, $3 Bloody Marys and Caesars

Dave’s Southside Tap 803 Belsly Blvd, Moorhead

Happy Hour from 3 - 6 pm, $3.50 tall domestic taps from 7 pm-close

Happy Hour from 3 - 6 pm, $2.50 domestic bottles and wells 7 pm-close

Happy Hour from 3 - 6 pm, $3 Captain Morgan and Fireball from 8 pm-close

Happy Hour from 3 - 6 pm, $6.50 domestic pitches from 8 pm-close

Happy Hour from 3 - 6 pm, $3.50 Stolis and Bacardis from 8 pm-close

$3.50 Long Island Teas and Crown Royals 8 pm- close

$3.50 tall domestic taps and import bottles all day

JC Chumley’s 1608 Main Ave, Moorhead

Happy Hour 5-6:30 pm, $4 domestic mug fills 8 pm midnight, $2.50 Captain Morgan 8 pm-close

Happy Hour 5-6:30 pm, $4 domestic mug fills, $3 Smirnoff

Happy Hour 5 - 6:30 pm, $3.50 import pints 8 pm midnight, $4 bomb shots 8 pm-close

Happy Hour 5 - 6:30 pm, $3.50 Fireball 5 pm - midnight, $2.50 domestic bottles and Captain Morgan 8-10 pm

$5.25 Bloody Marys and Caesars, $5 endless Mimosas 11 am- 4 pm, $4 Busch Light mug fills with student ID 8 pm - midnight, $8 domestic pitchers

$2.50 domestic bottles and wells 11 am-close

$2.50 pounders, $2.50 youcall-its 8 pm - midnight

$2.75 wells, $4 domestic mugs, $3 Busch Light and Old Style mugs, $2.50 panty shots

$2.75 pounders, $3 Ice Hole 8pm - midnight

Bloody Marys and Caesars starting at $5.25, $6.50 domestic pitchers 11 am - 4 pm, $4 domestic pitchers 4 pm midnight

Happy Hour all day, $.50 off all drinks, $4 Bloody Marys and Caesars, 2 for $5 Miller Lite Pounders

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$2.50 Captain Morgan, Mick’s Office $3 import taps, 10 8th St. $4 domestic mug fills, $4 bomb S, Moorhead shots 8 pm midnight

$3 domestic pints, $3.50 select import pints 8 pm - midnight

Happy Hour 4-6 Happy Hour 4-6 Happy Hour 4- 6 Happy Hour 4-6 Happy Hour 4-6 pm and 9- 11 pm: pm and 9-11 pm: pm and 9-11 pm: pm and 9- 11 pm: pm and 9-11 pm: $3 tap beer, $2 off $3 tap beer, $2 off $3 tap beer, $2 off $3 tap beer, $2 off $3 tap beer, $2 off select cocktails, $5 select cocktails, $5 select cocktails, $5 select cocktails, $5 select cocktails, $5 woodfire pizzas woodfire pizzas woodfire pizzas woodfire pizzas woodfire pizzas

Rustica Tavern 315 Main Ave, Moorhead

O’Leary’s Pub 808 30th Ave. S, Moorhead

Happy Hour 5- 6:30 pm, $2 domestic bottles and wells 5 pm - midnight

Happy Hour from 1 - 7 pm and $5 domestic mugs, $6 import mugs (8 pm - midnight)

Happy Hour from 1-7 pm and $4 scratch teas

Happy Hour from 1 pm-midnight

Happy Hour from 1 - 7 pm, $5 all you can drink for ladies from 9 pm - midnight, $3 pounders (all day) $2 Morgans and $3 bomb shots (9 pm-midnight) $2.75 22oz grande beers, $4 Sam Adams, Red’s Apple and Bells specials from 4-6 pm

$6 pitchers of Bud Light, Shock Top, Miller Light, Coors Light and Nordeast, drink specials 4-6 pm

$6 pitchers of Bud Light, Shock Top, Miller Lite, Coors Light and Nordeast 9 pm-2 am

Grand beers $2.75 (all day)

$5 pitchers All Day

Bloody Mary special

Happy Hour from 1 - 7 pm, $3 perfect pint of Guinness and Irish car bombs (9 pm-12 am)

Happy Hour from 1 - 7 pm, $10 all you can drink (11 am-2 pm) Mimosas, Bloodys and domestic taps

Happy Hour from 1-7 pm and $5 domestic pitchers

Speak Easy 1001 30th Ave. S, Moorhead

2 for 1 drink specials from 4 - 6 pm and $2 domestic bottles from 7 pm-midnight

2 for 1 drinks from 4-6 pm

$5.25 pitches of Budweiser, Mich, Amber Boch, Bud Light, Miller Light and Foster, drink specials from 4-6 pm

Vic’s Bar & Grill 427 Center Ave, Moorhead

$2.75 Morgans

2-for-1's 8-11 pm

$2.75 whiskeys

Ladies night 8 - 10 pm $5 pitchers

Late night Happy Hour 9 pm-midnight

$4 Crown Royal all day; Happy Hour 3-6 pm with 2-for-1s on house wine, domestic short taps and rails plus half-priced appetizers

$4 Crown Royal all day; Happy Hour 3-6 pm with 2-for-1s on house wine, domestic short taps and rails plus half-priced appetizers

$4 Crown Royal all day; Happy Hour 3-6 pm with 2-for-1s on house wine, domestic short taps and rails plus half-priced appetizers

$4 Crown Royal all day; Happy Hour 3-6 pm with 2-for-1s on house wine, domestic short taps and rails plus half-priced appetizers

$4 Crown Royal all day; Happy Hour 3-6 pm with 2-for-1s on house wine, domestic short taps and rails plus half-priced appetizers

REGIONAL Holiday Beach Bar & Grill (Holiday Inn On The Lake) 1155 Hwy. 10 E, Detroit Lakes, Minn.

2-for-1s all day, $4 Crown Royal

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WHALE SALAD TONGS Salads don't have to be boring, especially if you're serving them in a fun way. Let this pair of wooden whales assist in dishing out your tasty food to your friends. $28 McNeal & Friends 506 Broadway N, Fargo facebook.com/mcnealfriends

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KENTUCKYAKI This Kentucky-style Teriyaki sauce will be perfect for all of your meat masterpieces, not to mention that it's a bourbon barrel-aged sauce so you know you're getting ultimate flavor. $12.99

KATE SPADE PILLOWS These durable indoor/outdoor pillows are perfect for accenting lawn furniture, or for use as a floor seat when it comes to outdoor lounging. Stack a few around a patio table and you and your friends can have a casual night of drinks in ultimate comfort.

20" x 20" $125 32" x 32" $155 McNeal & Friends 506 Broadway N, Fargo facebook.com/mcnealfriends CHILEWICH PLACE MAT This wicker placemat will be the perfect tabletop accent to setting your outdoor dining table. Plus, they're easy to clean and durable for all sorts of spills and weather.

You'll want to get yourself quite a few for your next deck party. $16 McNeal & Friends 506 Broadway N, Fargo facebook.com/mcnealfriends

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WICKER SERVING TRAYS Impress your guests by presenting their food in the snazziest of serving dishes. These Calaisio dishes look like they might just be ordinary baskets, but they're made of tough wicker and some of them come with glass inserts, so you don't have to worry about losing your food.

Large Roaster (Glass included) $110 Bowl (Glass included) $50 Small Roaster $48

ILLUME CANDLE To set the perfect outdoor table, you'll need to have some refreshing candles to set the mood. Plus, there's nothing wrong with making the dining atmosphere smell wonderful for your guests. $24.50

McNeal & Friends 506 Broadway N, Fargo facebook.com/mcnealfriends

Zandbroz Variety 420 Broadway N, Fargo zandbroz.com

LOCAL SPICES Show some love for Fargo and North Dakota by sprinkling your steaks with these great blends at Pinch & Pour. They've got plenty of options for you to spice up your meals.

2.4 ounce - $5.50 10 ounce - $19.99 Pinch & Pour 210 Broadway N, Fargo pinchandpour.com

FAUX CERAMIC DISHES Looks can be deceiving, and in this case, that's a good thing. These dishes are made of a special material that looks like fancy ceramic, but it's lightweight and almost feels like plastic. That way you can eat in style without having to worry about breaking the good dishes.

Small plate $ 10.50 Large plate $13.50 Bowl $8.95 Zandbroz Variety 420 Broadway N, Fargo zandbroz.com

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Here you’ll find...

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Brand yourself to get a leg up

By Rick Berg, Founder, Go Fargo Jobs • Photo by J. Alan Paul Photography

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f you think about the term "branding", you’ll likely think about companies and marketing. However, as a job seeker, focusing on building your personal brand can give you a significant advantage in your search for your next position or your dream career.

What is personal branding?

When referring to branding for companies, the brand is what consumers perceive, feel or think about a particular brand. The same holds true for personal branding. It doesn’t matter what you think or know about yourself but how others perceive you, whether they know you well or not.

Why is it important?

If you think about the branding of the top companies, they’ve built appeal or a connection to consumers and have established themselves as a trusted brand. You can do the same by highlighting your strengths, accomplishments, skills, experience and expanding your personal network. Establishing a strong personal brand can be a major differentiator when employers are looking to hire.

What can you do about it?

Get in the right mindset.

Start thinking of yourself as a brand. You should be marketing yourself to the role you want, not just submitting an application and cover letter. Whatever it is you’re trying to do, own it and focus on consistent personal growth.

Get involved in your industry.

Find events related to your industry and attend them. You could even take it a step further and get involved. There are many events or groups that you can join, volunteer for or even join as a board member.

Audit your web/social media presence.

This should be common sense in 2016, however, if you’re entering the job market, review your social media accounts and online presence from an outsider’s perspective. Ask yourself if this is how you want employers, or even those you’re networking with, to see you.

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your own social profiles. Get your LinkedIn profile in order and clearly express your skills, accomplishments and experience. Just as a business would want positive customer reviews, try to obtain recommendations and endorsements.

Appearance and body language.

Do a self-analysis of your personal appearance or ask someone else that appears to have their appearance together for their opinion.

Everything from your clothes, hair, facial hair (for males), etc. Do you appear to be organized, reliable, professional and trustworthy? If not, consider revising your look.

Studies show that 55 percent of communication is visual (body language) and 38 percent is auditory (pitch, speed, volume, tone of voice). Try to be self-aware about what your body language may tell people. Do you appear confident, make eye contact, have good posture, etc? There are many things to consider when trying to improve your body language. Do some research on the subject and work to improve.

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Heather Ostrowski's

8 things to know for creating your personal brand

By Heather Ostrowski, Client Relations Manager, Preference Personnel Photo by J. Alan Paul Photography

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et’s take a mental trip back to high school for a minute. Just for a minute. Don’t be afraid. Think about all the things you did back then for free: the clubs you were in, the sports you played, the cooking classes or any other extracurriculars in which you participated. For the most part, these were things we were able to choose to do. And for the most part, they cost us nothing.

Now, please step back into today and ask yourself this one question: what is it, as an adult, that I enjoy doing by choice?

Usually when I ask people this question, they haven’t thought about it and have a hard time answering it. But I believe it is key to understanding your personal brand.

Here you will find what a personal brand is, along with a simple, four-step process to beginning to create yours.

Personal branding is the practice of people marketing themselves and their careers as brands.

Step 1 Determine what makes you uniquely you. Consider taking a personality test such as DISC or StrengthsFinder to add clarity and language as you develop your personal brand.

Heather Ostrowski is the client relations manager at Preference Personnel, an employee-owned staffing company in Fargo. She is an active member of the FM business community and passionate about helping people discover and develop their personal brand.

Or try this.

Ask five to 10 people who know you well to write about a time they witnessed you “at your best." Circle the key, similar words to find your strengths and attributes.

Step 2 Don't be afraid to brag. What are you an expert at? Or what subject do

five years.

you simply know more about than others? Also, what problems can you solve with your expertise?

Step 3 Write it all out.

Create an elevator pitch to get clear about who you are. Say it out loud and sound like you mean it. Practice it.

Step 4 Live with great focus and intention once your personal brand is discovered. Focus on where you want to be in

Getting clear about who we are, how we are gifted and what we would do for free allows us to use our natural strengths in a meaningful, rewarding career!

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Above all, know yourself.

I think people disregard what takes place on social media. I think they also assume that those sources are private, and they're just not. Often times, I'll encourage a person to Google their name just to see what is coming up. It's hard to be consistent, however, if you don't know what you're trying to be consistent about.

You have to identify who you are. What is your brand? And it should really serve uniquely you. You can't copy somebody else. You can certainly be inspired by other people, but you have to figure out what it is you stand for and stand on. And the more you can tap into that, the more naturally that consistency will just happen.

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You're more than your job.

There's an autor named Catherine Kaputa who says, 'If you can really look at yourself as a brand and get into that self-brand mindset, it's a completely different mindset than who you are for your employer or for that next job.'

When I talk to people about, 'Let's create your elevator pitch,' they always tie it to their work. Who are they in their work?

And it really limits who you can really be.

So you have to change that mindset. It's not about your résumé. It's about your marketing plan. It's about really looking at where you want to be in five years.

Some people will joke that, in an interview, that's not a good question. Because the interviewer is going to want to hear you say, 'I'm going to be here. I want to grow in the company.' But if you're really being true to yourself and your personal brand, you should be pretty open to where you're going to be in five years.

Also, stop looking at job descriptions and start looking at companies. Look at companies, look at their cultures, think about what's important to you, as a person.

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It's okay to be yourself.

You can be professional without being robotic.

I had a time in my career where I was very disconnected to my strengths and I found myself working out of my comfort zone daily. While I grew tremendously as a person, it was tough to come out of that feeling that I was not serving how I was designed to serve. My confidence suffered a lot as a result, and I started to lose my personal identity. Thankfully, I worked with a team who was able to coach me through that time and help create a job description that honored my natural strengths. Working with a company that allows for that flexibility is crucial, especially for our younger generation that is still figuring out where they are happiest and thrive on feeling connected to their work.

4

Be a chamber of commerce for others.

People are always afraid of bragging. I help people create their resumes and they're always so hesitant to do it. But you have to. But when you're bragging, you do have to back up what you're saying.

On your résumé, the more numbers you can have on there to show what you've done, the better.

However, here's what I think is more powerful than a brag. There was a speaker at Fargo Connect last year named Marcus Sheridan. My favorite thing he said, and I've tried to hold to it since he said it, is, 'Be the chamber of commerce for your people on social media.' Shine the light on everyone else but do it selflessly and do it because you want to support and celebrate your network of people.

Guaranteed, if you do that, it will come back to you.

I have two recommendations on LinkedIn, which isn't many, but how many have I given? Probably two. So what if I became more intentional about giving recommendations, again, selflessly, because I truly believe in this person and I want to shine the light on them and I want to see them be successful. And if you're really leading with that kind of a heart and that kind of a mindset, it will come back to you.

5

Don't post just to post. Do it with intention.

I recently came across this social media calendar and what's really cool about it is it has all seven days of the week and it says, 'What's the message you want to post? Who's your audience? What do you want to capture? What's the purpose of it?' and 'Where do you want to post it?'

I think it's not just being intentional about the number of times you're posting, but what it is. Maybe you can be the chamber of commerce for people three times a week, be funny once a week, post some nonsense and then maybe be boastful once a week. And where? Is it Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn? So many people are complaining right now about people out there self-promoting constantly. They will de-friend you in a second. I would say a good rule of thumb is that about two-thirds of the time it should be about someone else.

6

You're only as good as the company you keep.

There's another book I've been reading called 6 Months to 6 Figures, and one of the things the author says is, 'If you want to be a millionaire, you have to hang out with billionaires. That's the quickest way to get there.' And he even encourages people to think about the five people they hang out with. He says to add up their

income, divide it by five and he bets your income is sitting right in there. So who are you hanging out with and who are you getting ideas from? Whether it's in chat rooms, social media, local groups, wherever.

I just graduated from the Chamber leadership program and one of our speakers is a lieutenant with the Moorhead police department. And he said that the advice his dad gave him still holds strong today. If you are in the middle of two clowns walking down the street, no one's going to say, 'There are two clowns and one okay person.' They're going to say, 'There's a group of clowns.' And that absolutely applies to the professional world, too.

8

Believe it. Be it.

There's a woman in town, who I won't name, but I met her right when she was beginning her business and her personal brand. And I'll never forget it. I met her at an event and she told me what she did and who she was. And I was like, 'Really?'

But here's the thing. She said it as if she already existed, like she was already this person. And that was a few years ago.

That's the thing about your personal brand. When you decide who it is that you are, say it and be it right now. Even if it's not true. Say it until it's true. And this girl, she did that. Set your eye on your prize and step toward it every day.

7

Just show up.

I'll never forget one event last year. It's after work. I'm exhausted. I have young children at home. My husband's at home.

It was rainy and snowy out. I just wanted to go home. So I called my husband and said, 'I don't want to go to Women Connect tonight.' And he says to me, 'Heather, you love Women Connect, and you come home every time fired up, excited about who you met and excited about the connection. And I promise you, no one is going to knock on our door tonight asking for you to connect with them.' And I'm like, 'You're right.'

So I went. And that's the thing. You have to show up, whether it's a lunch date or an event. I rarely have lunch alone.

However, it is important that you be true to brand by identifying where you want to spend your time and with whom. If your activity, acquaintance or time spent is not serving your learning to say "no" to these things because they're an important tool to protect your brand.

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