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EVENT GUIDE
• FM’s largest area guide to entertainment.
THE HOTLIST
• The best dining, shopping, nightlife and fun!
LETTER FROM THE PUBLISHER his month marks a very special month in our business. Our company made a very big expansion move that will allow us to become a larger and more diverse publishing company. Now, not only will we produce FM Spotlight and FM Stride, we recently acquired Bison Illustrated and Outdoor Design and Living Guide. These four publica-
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tions allow us to staff more team members, learn at a faster pace and provide new resources. Together we will print 522,000 copies in a year and reach about two million readers. I am excited to have this opportunity and challenge. My goal is to use this situation to learn more about the area we live in and how I can help make a positive impact on the community. Now about this month! July is probably
FAIR BANDS
• We caught up with four of the acts at the RRVF.
the most fun time of the year in this neck of the woods. Not only does Fargo-Moorhead have an amazing number of opportunities, we also have the lake area fun to add to the excitement. The preparation of the July issue was very fun this month with all of our exclusive interviews and photoshoots. I especially enjoyed the behind the scenes look at the FM RedHawks. That is a great organization
FM Spotlight Magazine is published 12 times a year and free. Copies are available at over 500 Fargo-Moorhead locations along with digital versions at www.fmspotlight.com JULY 2012 Edition Publisher SPOTLIGHT MEDIA INC.
BEHIND THE SCENES
• Take a look behind the scenes of the FM RedHawks.
and a blast of a time. We also packed this issue with musician interviews with four national musicians and one of my favorite musicians from this area, Russ Peterson. I hope you enjoy our event calendar, live music schedule and Hotlist as well. We feel that information is a necessity to the happiness of this community.
MIKE DRAGOSAVICH
FARGO HORSE PARK
• After a two year hiatus the North Dakota Horse Park is open.
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Happy Birthday USA 4th at 10 a.m.
Children’s Museum at Yunker Farm Celebrate the 4th of July at Yunker Farm.
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MSUM 4th of July Celebration 4th at 6:30 p.m.
MSUM’s Nemzek Field Ice cream social, rides, parade and one of the biggest fireworks display in the area!
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Cruisin’ Broadway 5th at 5 p.m.
Downtown Fargo Check out all the cool classic cars right in the heart of Fargo. e
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The Venue @ the Hub This progressive bluegrass band has been around for over 10 years and still knows how to give a great show. An all ages show with doors opening at 8 p.m. Tickets: www.tickets300.com.
HFM RedHawks 7th - 10th
Newman Outdoor Field Watch as the RedHawks
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Cody Conner Benefit 8th at 5 p.m.
Downtown Fargo NO COVER — minimum $5 donations suggested. Six downtown bars, 30+ music, comedy and variety acts Bars include: Dempsey’s, The Aquarium, VFW, HoDo Lounge, Sidestreet Grille and Pub and Pickled Parrot. Entertainment includes: Sovereign Sect, The Moody River Band, Carmen the Cac-
2012 Community O tus, Inside Out Strings, San Haven Chuckle, O’Fosho, The Fillers, Bad Weather Burlesque, Cat Sank Trio, The Vistas, Toby Beatbox, Dirty Hurlers, Blue Wailers, FM Scratch Dungeon, Ciro and Topher, Less than Organic, Pat and Nickie Lenertz, Darrin Wentz, Rob Ashe, Dann K and Black Casket, Dustin Ellingson, Tom Johnson, Chillin Villains, Amanda Standalone, Rustic Rhythm, C.O.D. and more! There will also be a silent auction in the VFW basement.
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Red River Valley Fair 2-Day Camp 10th - 11th at 1 p.m.
Red River Valley Fairgrounds Kids enjoy a carnival ride, tour the barns, visit the grandstand and take part in arts and crafts activities. $35 for kids ages 7 to 12.
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RiverArts 10th at 5:30 p.m.
Memorial Park Horse drawn carriage rides, games and activities for kids, handmade arts and craft vendors, food vendors and a live concert. A River Keepers fishing clinic will also take place. e
Arch Allies 10th at 8 p.m.
Red River Valley Fair Grandstand Be prepared for one epic night of rock with the greatest hits from this high-octane cover band. e
Arsenic and Old Lace 10th - 13th
Gaede Stage, MSUM This comic farce is one of the most popular plays in the history of American theatre. Ticket info: www. mnstate.edu/strawhat.
HRonald McDonald House Golf Tournament 11th
Rose Creek Golf Course Enjoy a game of golf while supporting a great cause. The RMH golf tournament
will raise money to support the Ronald McDonald House in Fargo. To register online go to www. rmhcfargo.com. e
Eli Young Band and Kip Moore 11th at 8 p.m.
Red River Valley Fair Grandstand The Eli Young Band received their first platinum record for “Crazy Girl� and have sold over 1.5 million downloads of the track.
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Legally Blonde the Musical 12th - 14th, 18th - 21st, 24th - 28th Trollwood Outdoor Broadway-style musical production featuring local and professional performers.
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Clay County Fair 12th - 15th
Barnesville Check out the 99th annual
EVENT CALENDAR Clay County Fair. There will be midway shows, entertainment, exhibits, livestock and even donkey races!
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Community Play Day 12th at 9 - 11 a.m. and 1 - 3 p.m. Rheault Farm Enjoy yard games, crafts, music and sunshine.
HFM RedHawks 12th - 15th
Newman Outdoor Field Watch as the RedHawks take on Grand Prairie. e
Hairball 12th at 8 p.m.
Red River Valley Fair Grandstand AC/DC, KISS, Van Halen, Poison, Bon Jovi and all rock in between.
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Cork and Canvas Wine Walk 12th at 5 p.m. Downtown Fargo
Sample wines, go from shop to shop and watch artists create right before your eyes!
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Bike Night 12th at 5:30 p.m.
Moorhead Center Mall East Parking Lot Check out custom bikes and motorcycles from all areas including the newest bikes from Fargo Harley Davidson, Wheels Inc., U Motors, Moorhead Marine and Indian Triumph of Fargo.
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Meet the Dogs 12th at 6 p.m.
PetSmart Visit the dogs available for adoption. You might find your new best friend!
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Curator Conversation with Christina Schmid 13th at 7 p.m.
Plains Art Museum Marjorie Schlossman and curator Christina Schmid discuss the artists robust career and approach to her work along with her community involvement.
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Fargo Theatre The country music singer and pianist will be stopping by the Fargo Theatre for a night of entertainment. Tickets: www.tickets300.com
Shooting Star Casino Walker has earned four platinum and two gold albums over the past decades. Tickets: www.starcasino.com.
Ronnie Milsap 13th at 8 p.m.
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Jerrod Neimann 13th at 8 p.m.
Red River Valley Fair Grandstand This 2011 ACA New Artist of the Year is sure to put on a great show.
Clay Walker 13th at 8 p.m.
HUSA Wrestling 14th - 21st
Skateboarding Clinic/ Summer Grind 14th
Dike West Skate Park Learn new tricks with the clinic from 9 a.m. to noon then show off those skills with Summer Grind at 3:30 p.m. More info: www.fargoparks.com. e
Fargodome Check out the ASICS/ Vaughan Junior and Cadet National Championships. Single session tickets and all-tournament passes will be available July 14 at the Fargodome box office.
Chevelle 14th at 8 p.m.
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Red River Valley Fair Grandstand Get your hard rock moves ready to roll with Chevelle who recently released their sixth full-length album.
The Fillers Last Show 14th at 10 p.m.
Dempsey’s Come out for a raging good time, The Filler’s last show ever! They will be celebrating nearly five years of awesome memories and music at Dempsey’s.
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Streets Alive 15th at Noon
Downtown Fargo/ Moorhead Bike, run, walk and enjoy the downtown areas.
EVENT CALENDAR
Red River Valley Fair
10th - 15th Red River Valley Fairgrounds Live music, corn dogs and deep fried donuts, a petting zoo, a beer garden – what more could you ask for? It’s fair time! Photo courtsey of Visit Fargo-Moorhead
Shinedown 13th at 7:30 p.m.
The Venue This American rock band has sold more than 10 million albums worldwide. Tickets: www.jadepresents.com.
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Dairy Land Donkey Races 15th at 6 p.m.
Clay County Fair Grandstand Making its first appearance at the fair, watch Wisconsin donkeys race around the grandstand. e
Justin Moore 15th at 8 p.m.
Red River Valley Fair Grandstand This 2012 Semi-Finalist for the Academy of Country Music New Artist of the Year is a must not miss at the fair.
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Demolition Derby 16th at 5:30 p.m.
Clay County Fair Grandstand What’s cooler than watching cars get destroyed? e
Chamber Challenge Golf Outing 18th at 12:30 p.m.
Edgewood Golf Course Golfers can register in foursomes or individually. Entry fee includes 18 holes of golf, cart, food and drinks, 19th hole happy hour so-
cial, on-course contests and give-aways from sponsors. More info: www.fmwfchamber.com.
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Hawaiian Beach Blast 28th at 5:30 p.m.
Rendezvous Park Barrel car rides, inflatable games, beach volleyball, face painting and beach party music with the Front Fenders. Don’t forget to wear your best Hawaiian gear.
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Downtown Street Fair
EVENT CALENDAR
19th - 21st
Downtown Fargo Check out the booths, hand-made arts and crafts and awesome food and entertainment.
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Watermelon Festival 19th at 2 p.m.
Gooseberry Park Large Shelter Inflatable games, face painting, prizes and fresh watermelon.
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Red 5K 19th at 6 p.m.
Fargo Scheels North Parking Lot Runners and walkers of all ages are invited to “Run for the Red” in support of the American Red Cross. Medals will be awarded in eight age and gender categories. Register online at www.active.com. n
My Fair Lady 19th, 20th, 24th - 27th
Hansen Theatre, MSUM Watch as the actors at MSUM bring the popular musical to life. e
Halestorm 19th at 6:30 p.m.
The Venue This rock band has had two top 10 singles and has appeared on Jay Leno and Late Night with Jimmy Fallon. Tickets: www.jadepresents.com.
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Hjemkomst Voyage 30th Reunion 21st at 12 p.m.
Hjemkomst Center Learn more about the Hjemkomst voyage at the Historical and Cultural Society of Clay County with an open house, panel discussion and public reception with the crew, followed by a raffle drawing. e
Gillian Welch 21st at 8 p.m.
Fargo Theatre American musician, Gillian Welch, will be performing at the Fargo Theatre. Tickets are $27.50.
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Movie Night in the Park 23rd at Dusk
Island Park Take the family to a movie in the park.
HFM RedHawks 24th - 26th
Newman Outdoor Field Cheer on the RedHawks as they take on Sioux Falls.
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Steve Earle and The Dukes 24th at 8 p.m.
Fargo Theatre Known for his rock, folk and Texas Country music, Steve Earle is a must see at the Fargo Theatre. Tickets: www.tickets300.com.
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Farmers’ Market 28th at 10 a.m.
Dike East Park A variety of garden produce, breads, cookies, jams, jellies and salsa will be for sale.
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Midwest Waterfowl Fest 27th - 28th
Scheels Parking Lot Events include guest speakers, a free youth education seminar on waterfowl, youth duck and Canadian goose calling contests, an adult open duck and Canadian goose calling contest and the North Dakota State Duck Calling Championships (national qualifier). There will also be K-9 competitions including Super Air and Super Launch Challenges and Vertical Leap Competition.
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German Folk Fest 29th at 11 a.m.
Rheault Farm German music, dancing, presentations and crafts. Check it out!
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Champions Sprint Cars 28th at 7 p.m.
Red River Valley Speedway The All Star Sprints rumble into Fargo to compete for over $20,000 in prize money.
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188th Army Band 30th at 7 p.m.
North Elmwood Park The 188th Army Band of the North Dakota Army National Guard has provided music to the citizens and soldiers of North Dakota for over 120 years. The event is free and family friendly. e
Mary Chapin Carpenter 31st at 8 p.m.
Fargo Theatre Carpenter is the only artist to have won four consecutive Grammys for Best Female Country Vocal Performance. Tickets: www.tickets300. com.
Blues Festival 27th - 28th
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Newman Outdoor Field Check out the awesome lineup this year: Friday: Blues Tonic, Everett Smithson Band, Harper, Smokin’ Joe Kubek and Bnois King, Ronnie Baker Brooks, Shemekia Copeland. Saturday: The Levee, Bluedog Blues Band, Lightnin’ Malcolm Band, Eddie Shaw and The Wolfgang, Bernard Allison, James Cotton.
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EAT Find something for even the pickiest eater at Usher’s House
If you’re looking for a wide variety of food and a kid friendly menu then Usher’s House is the place for you. With happy hour everyday from 3 - 6 p.m. you can enjoy half off appetizers and dollar off drinks. 700 1st Ave N, Moorhead
Don’t forget your appetite for Chumley’s steak night Stop by for the best deal on a Thursday night — just $5 for an 8 oz. steak or $9.50 for a steak and a pitcher to wash it down. The steak is cooked to your liking and served with two sides and a pitcher of your choice. 1608 Main Ave., Moorhead
Entertainment in Fargo is hot. Check out these hotspots around town to make sure you’re always on top of the coolest happenings.
Music at Cork and Cleaver
This casual southwestern steakhouse offers some of the best steaks, seafood, pasta and prime rib around. Every Thursday they have live music. Get down there and grab a good meal and listen to some good tunes. 3301 South University Dr., Fargo
Date night at Altony’s Italian Café
A hot deal for your next hot date. Tuesday is date night at Altony’s Italian Café. All for $30, a couple can get two entrees, a bottle of wine and a dessert to share. So make your next romantic evening a memorable one at Altony’s! 3201 Hwy 10 E., Moorhead
Seafood Paella at Maxwells
This traditional Spanish dish with fish, shellfish, meat, rice,
clams and mussels is half price every Wednesday evening from 4 to 6 p.m. in the bar. 1380 9th St E West Fargo
Stand up un Eat with Kroll’s truck
Kroll’s Diner is rolling out a new food truck that will spend the summer dolling out their knoephla soup along with speciality hot dogs, burgers and more! Can’t find the truck? You can track its location through Twitter, @krollsdiner, and Kroll’s Facebook page. www.sitdownandeat.com.
Fix your appetite at Sickies Garage Stop in to test out the taps right at your table, explore the 50 brews or try out the great menu! Check out one of our favs; the Sickies burger with bacon, a fried egg, pulled pork, BBQ sauce, American Cheese and topped with onion tanglers and a splash of Frank’s hot sauce followed up by jalapeño cheese curds! You can even bring the kids; they’re family friendly until 9 p.m.! 2525 9th Ave SW (Next to the Hub)
DRINK Billiards at Speck’s Bar
Start your week off with $2.85 Windsor and Black Velvet drinks from 4 p.m. to close. Make sure to bring your buddies, because games of darts and pool are free from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. to close. 2611 Main Ave, Fargo
Mug Night at The Turf
Spice up your Wednesday evening, with a cold mug of beer at The Turf. You’ll leave this bar with good memories and a happy wallet. Mugs are only $5.25 with a fill and refills cost just $3.25. 1211 North University Dr., Fargo
Thursday Night at Bar Nine
Looking for a new Thursday night spot, with a great atmosphere? Check out Bar Nine for $3 Pinnacle Vodka drinks, $3 Crown Royal drinks and $10 domestic beer buckets from 8 p.m. to midnight. 1440 Prairie Parkway, West Fargo
Friday night at Sportsbar Located in the heart of downtown Fargo, you’ll feel the excitement that this bar has to offer. With half priced pitchers of beer and $3 Jagbomb and Chuck Norris shots from 7 to 10 p.m. this is a great place to start off your Friday fun! 619 N.P. Ave N, Fargo
Get your swim on at Pepsi Appreciation days
Cool off with a nice swim at several of FM’s public pools on July 10 at Northside Rec. Pool, July 12 at Southwest Rec. Pool, July 16 at Madison Pool, July 17 at Island Park Pool, and July 19 at Davies Rec. Pool. These events are free to the public and hot dogs will be provided.
Enjoy the summer sun at Waterama
Splash around with your friends in the hot summer heat at Waterama. Sponsored in part by Sanford, you’ll be able to participate in contests, win prizes and children under the age of 5 will be able to enjoy a bubble area. This is a free event, taking place at Madison Pool on July 16, Island Park Pool July 17 and Davies Rec. Pool July 19.
A safe bet with the North Dakota Horse Park
After two years of no activity, Fargo’s horse track is finally open. The two weekends of racing on July 14 – 15 and July 21 – 22 will feature eight
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to nine races each day, concessions, beer and all for the low price of $3. Bring your kids, because all children under 12 receive free admittance. 5180 19th Ave. N., Fargo
Rock and pig out at the Red River Valley Fair:
From July 15 – 20 the area’s biggest fair is back with some of its biggest acts. Eli Young Band, Hairball, Jerrod Niemann and Chevelle. In addition, there will be local acts, a beer garden, rides and some of the best fair food you can get. This
Wine and shopping with Cork and Canvas: Art and Wine Walk!
The second Thursday of each month (July 12) brings one of our favorite downtown events; the Cork and Canvas: Art and Wine Walk! From 5 to 9 p.m. take in the local art scene and sample select wines at a variety of downtown businesses with on-site servers. Go online to www.downtownfargo.com for a list of businesses where you can get your wristband to join in the fun!
The lake’s best clothes from Lake Girl
Women’s Clothing at MODE
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Looking for an awesome pair of jeans, for an awesome price? Then look no further, MODE carries designer jeans for closeout prices. This store is perfect for any fashionista on a budget, and also offers a variety of designer tops, dresses, shoes and accessories. 4302 13th Ave. S, Fargo
Indulge at Shannalee
Shannalee is a cute, little boutique that carries many high-end brands such as, Tommy Bahama, Michael Kors, Ralph Lauren and
much more. Besides a wide variety of clothing, they have many adorable trinkets that make wonderful gifts for family and friends. Shannalee has new items arriving weekly. 313 Broadway, Fargo
Go Crazy at Moorhead Center Mall
Crazy Dayz are here. Get to the Moorhead Center Mall July 25 and 26, for unique stores you’ll love and no sales tax on shoes and clothing! www.moorheadcentermall.com
Lake Girl provides some of the coolest clothes for anybody heading out to the lakes. Check out their website, www. lakegirl.com for their awesome clothes.
Open air shopping at the Street Fair
Go downtown for the 37th Annual Fargo Street Fair, which runs from Thursday, July 19 to Saturday, July 21! Get your shopping shoes on for a stroll down Broadway with the best in handmade arts and crafts or explore the sales at the array of downtown stores. www.downtownfargo.com
Look your best at Smashbox Cosmetics This legendary cosmetic line has finally arrived! Stop in to Hair Success to see why this line is used by an array of starlets and models around the world! Known for meeting the demanding needs of photo shoots you’ll find everything from primers and foundations to lip gloss and plumpers. 1638 32nd Ave South
a.m. seven days a week. 702 N University Dr, Fargo
Get Cultured at Virtual Rurulality Portraits in wood by Fred Cogelow
NEW Dress for success at White House | Black Market Find your favorite at Smiling Moose Deli
Smiling Moose Deli opened its doors on June 14. They serve a wide variety of sandwiches, soups, salads and much more! They have sandwiches for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stop in and give one of their Mighty Mo’s a try! 2877 45th St. S, Fargo
No need to head to the cities for this one, look for this newly opened women’s clothing store in West Acres! To help get your hands on this sophisticated style head to their Facebook page, sign up and enjoy a 10 percent discount off your next purchase! West Acres
Eat pizza at Deeks Pizza
Up late? Hungry? Call Deeks Pizza! Offering both single topping and specialty pizzas, you will be sure to find something to satisfy your growling stomach. They’re open from 4 p.m. - 3
The newest exhibit to grace the Plains Art Museum will catch your eye with amazing life-size portraits carved out of wood. The artist, Fred Cogelow, who is a Wilmar, MN native, starts the sculptures by using green logs, and transforms them into rural people and even some celebrities. If you’re looking for something different to do with your day, you won’t want to miss out on this exhibit! 704 1st Ave N, Fargo
Think we missed a hotspot? Email andrew@ fmstride.com your favorite place to eat, drink, play or shop and we’ll include it in our August magazine.
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LIVE MUSIC J U L Y
DEMPSEY’S
13th – San Haven Chuckle 14th – The Fillers 20th – Poitin 27 – Tune In Tokyo 28th – Killer Spin
EMPIRE TAVERN 5th – Face For Radio 20th – Carmen The Cactus
MAXWELL’S
5th, 12th, 19th, 26th – Dave Ferreira Trio
FAIR HILLS RESORT
7th – Fat Cats 14th – Silverado 21st – Billy D and The Crystals 28th – Post Traumatic Funk Syndrome
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JT CIGARRO
3rd – The Kat Trio 4th – Anthem, Dirty Word & Cal Ecker 5th – The Arthurs 13th, 14th Back for More 17th – Open Mic Night 26th – Dueling Duo 27th – Relevant 28th – Journey for Jen Benefit Concert 31st – Open Mic Night
OLD BROADWAY 19th – Tripwire
USHER’S 12th – Pat Lenertz
RICKS
14th – S.O.P. 27th, 28th – Wicked Drive
THE AQUARIUM 1st – Jason Isbell & 400 Unit 5th – Bad Weather Burlesque 7th – Haley E & the Rydells 9th – The Young 10th – Dent May 13th – The Mallard 14th – The Brew 16th – Youth Lagoon & Father John Misty 17th – The Coathangers 18th – Emmure 20th – Kipp G & Tony the Butcher 21st – Rev Peyton’s Big Damn Band 24th – Goddamn Gallows 25th – AU 27th, 28th – Fargo punk rock reunion weekend 30th – Heartless Bastards 31st – Screaming Females
PICKLED PARROT
3rd – Luke Hranika 5th – The Move Groovement 6th,7th – Tune in Tokyo 10th – Luke Hranika 12th – The Move Groovement 13th, 14th – GC and the Sideways 17th – Luke Hranika 19th – The Move Groovement 20th, 21st – Old Vern 24th – Luke Hranika 26th – The Move Groovement 27th, 28th – Blues Fest After Party 31st – Luke Hranika
THE AVALON 3rd – Russ Peterson 10th – Jeff Mooridian 31st – Nick Gruber
HODO
12th – Bill Lempe and Flatlands 19th – Heavy is the Head 26th – Max Johnk Septet
VFW WEST
6th, 7th – Sideline 13th, 14th – Measures 20th, 21st – Joy Ride 27th, 28th – Work Release
CADILLAC RANCH 6th – Silverado 13th – The Roosters 20th – Thunder Ridge 27th – October Road
BIG D’S
13th, 14th – Brat Pack Radio
SPIRIT LOUNGE (HOLIDAY INN)
13th, 14th – Carmen The Cactus 20th, 21th – Triple Play 27th, 28th – Hometown Hero
THE NEW DIRECTION
9th – Darkness Divided 15th – This is Hell 21st – Daytrader and Major League 29th – Urban Wolves
RED RAVEN
18th – Hillary Reynolds Band & Less than Organic 24th – Chet Vincent & the Ten Day Trio 26th – Free Celtic Jam 30th – Nalani Proctor & Emily Black
O’KELLY’S 20th – Plow Boyz
VFW DOWTOWN 7th – Rustic Rhythm 13th – Heavy is the Head 14th – Ciro & Topher 29th – Aiden Parker Band 28th – Rustic Rhythm
Justin Moore Spotlight: Have you ever been to Fargo? Moore: You know what, I honestly don’t know. We go to so many places. We’ve been up in that direction but I’m not sure if I’ve actually been to Fargo. We’re looking forward to coming up there, that way we know we’ve been there. (Laughs) Spotlight: What’s your favorite fair food? Moore: Corn dogs without a doubt. I’m obsessed. Those things are dangerous. Everytime we have those for food after a show I plow through about three or four of them. Spotlight: You’ll be playing outdoors at the Red River Valley Fair. Do you have a preference of playing indoors or outdoors? Moore: I don’t necessarily have a preference. I enjoy both. Although in the summertime, there’s nothing like playing outside in the beautiful weather. We enjoy both. Spotlight: What’s your favorite concert story? Moore: I’ve got thousands of stories. The one that is kind of funny and weird is when we played in Lincoln, NE with Miranda
Lambert. I walked right off the front of the stage. I was playing guitar and I wasn’t paying attention… I fell about 10-feet. Thank God I didn’t get hurt that bad. Spotlight: Your career is still pretty young. What do you have planned and hope for the future? Moore: We have the same aspirations as every other artist. We’ve been fortunate to be on a lot of major tours as the support act. That’s the ultimate goal, to be able to headline arenas like just a few other people are doing. We’ve been really, really fortunate. We have two albums that are close to being gold, five or six hits on the radio. We just have to keep doing it and adding to our fan base. Spotlight: What song is going to get the crowd going the most? Moore: Off the new album it would definitely be “Bait A Hook.” “If Heaven Wasn’t So Far Away” is also a huge one, but obviously “Bait A Hook” has been a huge concert song. Off the last album “Small Town USA”, “Backwoods” and “I Could Kick Your Ass” are all good ones.
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Spotlight: Have you ever been up to Fargo or played here? Mike Eli: No, we’ve been in the area, but we’ve never played there. It will be nice to get up to the Dakotas again. Spotlight: So what’s your favorite fair food? Mike Eli: I’m a sucker for the funnel cake, but the problem with the funnel cake is that I heard it’s not all that good for you. It’s hard to steer away from, that’s for sure! Not too long ago we were playing the state fair in Texas, and they had fried beer. It seems intriguing, you wanna like it, you really do, you wanna taste this fried beer, and say, ‘man what a great idea’…horrible idea! One of the worst things I’ve ever had (laughs).
Spotlight: So how are you guys handling your recent success? Mike Eli: We’re feeling pretty good these days. We’ve always felt really lucky. These days with our success it’s been really nice to feel like we’re getting to that next level...the last year and a half have been pretty big steps. Having a number one record really changes everything. Spotlight: What’s your favorite song to
perform? Mike Eli: Well I think right now “Even if it Breaks Your Heart,” is a huge highlight of the show. Getting up on stage and starting that song and then feeling the energy in the crowd, when we start singing that first note, it is incredibly satisfying. I would have to say that song right now is my favorite song to play. Spotlight: So what do you guys have planned in the near future? Mike Eli: Well we just started the Rascall Flatts tour. We’re doing that for the next four months with some of our own shows kind of sprinkled in, and then we’re gonna start a new record come January. We’ll keep releasing singles off of our current record, but you’ve gotta kind of think ahead. We start recording that next record in January. Hopefully the middle of next year sometime that record will come out. Spotlight: What’s your favorite concert story? Mike Eli: There’s been so many. You know, playing the Grand Ole Opry was a huge moment. I remember being a kid and watching the Grand Ole Opry with my grandparents and thinking to myself ‘man I really want to play that stage someday.’ Many years later we got to play it, and we’ve played it a few times.
Happy Hairball jerrodfrom niemann Spotlight:What What’s favorite fair food? Spotlight: doyour you think of Fargo? Happy: Don’t do a have lot of afair food, I amwith very Niemann: I actually connection high octane, loud. I willLover” eat acame funnelout Fargo becauseI live when “Lover, cake once a while. the label toldinme that to this day, per capita more people have downloaded that song You’ll be any playing at the inSpotlight: Fargo, N.D. then placeoutdoors else in the Red River Fair. you have a prefercountry. So Valley I love to go Do to Fargo. ence of playing indoors or outdoors? Happy: Pros cons both, you have Spotlight: Talk and about the tosuccess of “Shinin’ more control of anupcoming indoor situation, On Me” and your album, with “Freepyro lighting and stuff. Outdoors are the biggest The Music.” shows and“Shinin’ if weather good its great. You Niemann: On is Me” is the first single can predict album, what will make show off ournever sophomore “Free Thea Music,” great.comes out Oct. 2. It’s got some really which unique instrumentation and recording techSpotlight: are Hairball like? niques that What were really fun and concerts challenging. Happy: Having a good time and getting together isYou’ve what been Hairball shows are for all about. Spotlight: writing songs I’m trying keep that alive. We are Explain more years, eventowriting for Garth Brooks. thanwriting some guys playingand cover why is important talksongs, aboutitsworkabout intensity of how it is delivered. You ing withthe Brooks. can’t scriptSongwriting it, you haveistosomething have the that attitude Niemann: I to throwturn down. can’t off. It’s just something that consumes my existence. I love to write. My first big Spotlight: YourI was career is still pretty break was that fortunate enoughyoung. to play you havetoplanned and hope aWhat few ofdomy songs Garth Brooks, and for he the future? called us both and invited us out to his house. Happy: shownow stuff,I’ve in the process of For aboutNew 11 years known Garth, designing morewhat, presentation stuff. We and I’ll tell you I’m so grateful for want all it tohelp be more what you’d Some the Garththan got me with my expect. songs but at sayend music is for theI’m ears the eyes, I like the of the day so not grateful to know
music because to evokehe’s a spirit and attitude. There’s Garth somebody that has donea certain attitude … I am a slave everything and isthat thecomes best atout everything and to rock shows. I lovehuman to attack all the senses he’s still such a great being. It gives on all the fronts. you somebody to look up to. Spotlight:You’re Whatknown song isforgoing get of thehuSpotlight: your to sense crowd the most? mor withgoing your jokes during a performance or Happy: Umm, there is(Your no particular song, your double entendres first album, Judge its all and doneThe on Hung a dynamic Jerrod Jury). curve, Why issometimes humor certain songs will give you a breather, that’s important to you? why ballads work show, Niemann: Doing a well showinisakind of most like aof the songs don’t to me, as long as the conversation withmatter people. They’re coming crowd going. Its songs amazing to watch out thereisand these connect with Chris them. Queen. I am always in awe this watching I do want them to undestand where music Bob do Gene and who AC/DC. came from, whySimmons it exists and it came from so I want the personalities to show Spotlight: How manyfunny different do through. I love writing songsbands and douyouentendres…I’m cover and which is your to ble so glad theyfavorite exist (laughs.) I perform? love going to concerts that are entertaining, Happy:it’s In from a given you are probably whether the night, lights and the mirrors or going to see 16 20 characters. We a comedian standing on stage. For me,are I say capable 35music - 40 characters.It’s often hard let’s just doofour and talk to these people to pick are our the family, best things to play that that are what here like because that’s night,Country it’s hardmusic to choose. what is, it’s a giant family. I’ll
admit I’ve said a few things in the mic I probSpotlight: Where you get the costumes? ably shouldn’t have.do(Laughs) Are they custom made? Happy: They sureyour are,favorite gotta whole lab of Spotlight: What’s fair food? mad scientists. The costumes Niemann: I might have to stickhave with accumuthe lated over corn manydog, years they just getfrybetter old school justand because they over time. everything now. 32
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Spotlight: What Spotlight: What do do you you think thinkofofFargo? Fargo? Niemann: I actually have a connection with Fargo because when “Lover, Lover” came out the label told me that to this day, per capita more people have downloaded that song then any place else in the in Fargo, N.D. than country. So I love to go to Fargo.
Spotlight: Talk Spotlight: Talkabout aboutthe thesuccess successofof“Shinin’ “Shinin’ On Me” and your your upcoming upcomingalbum, album,“Free “Free The Music.” Niemann: “Shinin’ On Me” is the first single off our sophomore album, “Free The Music,” which comes out Oct. 2. It’s got some really unique instrumentation and recording techniques that were really fun and challenging. Spotlight: You’ve Spotlight: You’vebeen beenwriting writingsongs songsforfor years, even Explain years, even writing writingfor forGarth GarthBrooks. Brooks. why writing important and talk about workExplain whyiswriting is important and talk ing with Brooks.with Brooks. about working Niemann: Songwriting is something that I can’t turn off. It’s just something that consumes my existence. I love to write. My first big break was that I was fortunate enough to play a few of my songs to Garth Brooks, and he called us both and invited us out to his house. For about 11 years now I’ve known Garth, and I’ll tell you what, I’m so grateful for all the help Garth got me with my songs but at the end of the day I’m so grateful to know
Garth because he’s somebody that has done everything and is the best at everything and he’s still such a great human being. It gives you somebody to look up to.
Spotlight: You’re Spotlight: You’reknown knownforforyour your sense sense of of humor withwith humor youryour jokes jokes during during a performance a perfor- or your double mance or your entendres double(Your entendres first album, (Your Judge first Jerrod and album, Judge The Jerrod Hung Jury). and The WhyHung is humor Jury). important Why is humor to you? important to you? Niemann: Doing a show is kind of like a conversation with people. They’re coming out there and these songs connect with them. I want them to understand undestand where where this this music music came from, why it exists and who it came from so I want the personalities to show through. I love writing funny songs and double entendres…I’m so glad they exist (laughs.) I love going to concerts that are entertaining, whether it’s from the lights and the mirrors or a comedian standing on stage. For me, I say let’s just do our music and talk to these people that are here like our family, because that’s what Country music is, it’s a giant family. I’ll admit I’ve said a few things in the mic I probably shouldn’t have. (Laughs) Spotlight: What’s Spotlight: What’s your yourfavorite favoritefair fair food? food? Niemann: I might have to stick with the old school corn dog, just because they fry everything now.
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THE HORSE PAR Great galloping jockeys! This July the North Dakota Horse Park in Fargo is finally opening after two years of slumber. On July 14 – 15 and July 21 – 22 the horse park will host eight to nine races each day. The first races begin at 1 p.m. and the gates open at 11 a.m. This is a family, friendly event. There will be theme days and events for the kids. Don’t forget about the fun for the adults, there will be 15 live teller stations and two self betting kiosks. The Horse Park has been closed for the last two years because of financial problems but now that
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the track is open it will play host to jockeys and horses from Montana, Wyoming, Manitoba, South Dakota and other places from across the Midwest. Some of the purses for the jockeys may be as large as $10,000 so they have plenty of motivation to race. According to the President of the North Dakota Horse Park Board of Executives, Mike Cichy, they used to average around 1,100 people a year and with tickets only $3 and free admittance for children 12 and under, he hopes they can beat those numbers in the two weekends this year.
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H E S C E NES Every summer memories are made at RedHawks games. Kids cheer on the RedHawks with their parents, best friends have a beer and hot dog together. Young and old gather together at Newman Outdoor Field for a mutual love of the game. The RedHawks are truly Fargo-Moorhead’s team. However, not many people know what it takes to make the games run smoothly. Take a look behind the scenes to see what makes Fargo’s summer pastime run smoothly.
5,250 The amount of people Newman Outdoor Field can hold with standing room only tickets sold.
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THE LOCKER ROOM In order to be the best, the FM RedHawks need to get ready in the best. That’s why in their locker rooms they have a laundry room, showers, lockers, a training room and equipment storage. Plus, that’s where the lounge is as well. Hey, baseball players need to relax too.
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THE CONCESSIONS
1,500
Number of hot dogs sold on an average game night.
Baseball and concessions are as old as... well, baseball. Shoving your face with hot dogs, pop and cotton candy is as much of a tradition as the seventh inning stretch. During RedHawks games there are two main concession stands and 15 satellite stands including Hi Ho burgers, Taco Shop, Cotton Candy, CAPs Stand and Dippin’ Dots. There’s something for everyone.
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Number of people who work the concession stands.
THE BEER GARDEN We all know baseball can be a bit boring at times. Well that’s what the beer garden is for. With over 11 different beers on tap you’re sure to find something to quench your thirst. Plus the RedHawks have installed a new dispensing system for their beer called a Bottoms Up Tap, which can fill four beers at a time from the bottom up.
24,000 Ounces of beer sold on an average game night.
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$400,000 Cost of the new video screen scoreboard.
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Twelve people man the media booth for the RedHawks. These guys and gals are responsible for making everything run smoothly. This year the RedHawks installed a new $400,000 Daktronics 15mm LED video screen scoreboard that adds a whole new element to RedHawks games. Games are also simulcast on their website, www.fmredhawks.com. The media booth follows a minuteHow far the RedHawks games by-minute script leading up to reach through 740 AM The the first pitch and a script every Fan. The games also reach two half inning. Everyone must work Canadian providences. carefully with each other to create a fun, flawless experience.
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RedHawks games are a tradition in FargoMoorhead. Tickets are only $9 if they’re bought in advance so anybody can go to the games. Newman Outdoor Stadium also plays host to events such as Blues Fest and the 81 on 81 relay race. Making RedHawks games run smoothly is not an easy feat. There are 10 full time staff and 10 interns. In addition, there are over 200 seasonal employees that work during the summer months.
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Number of home games played each year in Fargo.
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Eight individuals are employed by the RedHawks who work to make the field playable. These groundskeepers make sure the field is up to the quality that fans and players expect.
10 hours How long before a game the groundskeepers start prepping for that evenings game.
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WHAT’S DIFFERENT? Sickies has over 50 tap beers, the most in the area. However, what truly makes this place different is the taps on each of the booths. Each booth has four taps where you can pour your own beer. You no longer have to wait 10 minutes for a refill. Pour at your leisure. Next to the taps is an electronic display that will record how many ounces you drink. It’s as cool as it sounds.
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Spotlight: Did you always know that you wanted to make music your life? Peterson: Definitely. I always knew when I was a kid. It was all I was ever into.
Peterson: That’s my day job. If I didn’t have all those students I would have a lot more gigs. (Laughing) Seriously though, I love teaching and I love working at Concordia. They’re happy to have their faculty out doing what they do. They’re happy to see us out performing around town, regionally or even internationally. Concordia sponsored a trip to Scotland and Italy for my saxophone, flute and piano trio called the Excelsior! Trio. We’ll be playing at St. Andrews, Scotland at the World Saxophone Convention, and from there we’re flying down to Italy and we’ll be the featured group at the Faenza Saxophone Festival.
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Spotlight: What started your interest in music? Peterson: I’m not sure. I was always into music and I loved ’70s and ’80s rock bands. I played a lot of guitar back then so going into music was between saxophone and guitar. For me, I thought that being a professional guitar player would be irresponsible so I chose the saxophone.
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you think of the music scene in Fargo? Peterson: I have been more and more impressed with how the music scene has been growing. I’m impressed with the level of good musicians in this town and the amount of good work that’s available and the opportunities that you can make happen.
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Spotlight: How does teaching fit into your life?
Spotlight: Can you rank teaching, writing and performing in your life? Peterson: I love doing all three. I’m totally ADD so the great thing is that I get to spend a week or two writing a piece, then I teach and then one night I get to perform with Post Traumatic Funk Syndrome, and the next night I’m playing the bassoon with the FM Symphony. When I eat I like to eat a potato chip, chocolate then pasta. I like one little bite of everything at one time. It’s so cool that I can do that in Fargo-Moorhead.
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Spotlight: Since you’ve played with so many bands at so many venues, is there one that stands out that still makes you say, ‘Wow, that was cool!’? Peterson: I’m lucky. I’ve gotten to do performances in European concert halls. Back in 1995 I won an international saxophone competition in Geneva, Switzerland. I got to perform with a Swiss orchestra in this beautiful hall, and a week later I got to run up to L’Orchestra de la Suisse Romande and Collegium Musicum, Basel and I got to play with their orchestra in a huge concert hall with 3,000 seats. If you’re playing with a good band you can be playing in somebody’s basement and it would rock.
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Spotlight: What do you have planned in your future? Peterson: We have this Europe trip in July for two weeks. I also teach at the International Music
Camp up in Dunseith, N.D. I do a lot of classical writing. I’ve finished up two pieces this year. I’m writing a piece for the FM Chamber Chorale, they’ve commissioned me to write a piece for choir, piano and saxophone. I’m also writing a trombone concerto for Assistant Professor Nathaniel Dickey for trombone and band. And THEN I’m writing ten new pieces for FM Symphony and Post Traumatic Funk Syndrome for the show “Symphony Rocks.”
OF A How does a guy get your attention? Make me laugh!! Any guy with a personality and a sense of humor definitely gets my attention. What do you like doing on a first date? I’ve honestly been on 2 dates in my whole life! But I would say pick something fun! Save the fancy dinners for later. If asked to compare your sex life to a sport, what would it be? Football for sure. Big muscular guys trying to make a pass at you. Hopefully they know how to play the field! You have been brunette and blonde, who really has more fun? I’m going to have to say blondes. I felt like an unstoppable force.
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So Jesus walks in to the bar and he says, “I’ll just have a water.”
I like the interaction with people. I wouldn’t want to sit at a desk all day. I also enjoy the craft of mixing drinks. I work with talented chefs who keep work interesting. And here at Ushers, we basically have the freedom to run the bar the way we see fit.
Duma's Summer Recommendations: Beer: Summer Wheat by Fargo Brewing Company Wine: Evolution Number 9 – it’s refreshing and suits any palate. Mixed Drink: Check out our Mojito Menu – we have over 10 different mojitos.
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Mike Wald at Maxwells 1. Executive Chef at Maxwells. 2. Has Worked as a chef for 15 years.
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dish to cook? Wald: One of my favorite things to make is soups. It’s fun to go through the coolers, and to start digging through ingredients to create something unique. It all starts with making a great stock then matching flavors and textures.
5. Best part of the job?
Wald: No day is ever the same. What I love about my job is that you have to make quick and accurate decisions throughout the day. It’s a rush and a sense of accomplishment. A sound decision will benefit the restaurant, the customers and my crew.
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