may events

April 30–May 8

Parade of Homes www.hbafm.com

Checkout some of the beautiful homes available to tour noon-5:00pm weekends and 6:30pm–8:30pm weekdays.

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Philantropy by Design

www.areafoundation.org

Bring your girlfriends to Northern Home Funiture and Design [505 N Broadway] & enjoy an evening of wine and hors d’oeuvres while bidding on fabulous silent auction items. Tickets are $40 & all proceeds support the work of the Women’s Fund Endowment, a permanent component of the FM Area Foundation. The Women’s Fund Endowment awards grants each year to area non-profits that support three areas of focus: children in the need of care, economic well-being of women and their families, & opportunities for women in leadership.

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Children's Mental Health Fair & Training

701.526.1565 www.halfachild.com

Come join us at the Hilton Garden Inn [ 4351 17th Ave S, Fargo] as we showcase children’s mental health resources in our community by more than 20 agencies/ groups at the fair. Suzette Scheele [National Alliance on Mental Illness] will provide information on warning signs, how to talk with parents about concerns and strategies for improving behaviors in children. The fair is open to the public 4:30pm–7:30pm & training is 6:00pm–8:30pm. $10 fee.

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Youth Journeys

800.237.4629 www.hrrv.org

Youth Journeys is a program for young people, ages 6-18, who have lost a loved one through death. Adults are encouraged to accompany children. The class will held at Hospice of the Red River Valley [1701 38th St S, Fargo] 9:00am–4:00pm. Registration is required by May 2nd. For for information or to register, contact the Journeys Department at 800.237.4629.

7 & 14 B.L.A.S.T Babysitter's Day Camp

701.364.1704 www.fmambulance.com

The initial course for teens and pre-teens on the responsibilities of caring for children. They will learn CPR and first aid for children, as well as diaper changing techniques, also learn about when to call 911 and what will happen if they do need emergency assistance. The course is designed for young babysitters ages 11–15. Limited space. Register online.

7 Kite Day

701.241.8160 www.fargoparks.com

Come show off your kite flying skills at Ed Klapp Park [2801 32nd Ave S, Fargo] 12:30pm-3:00pm. Prizes will be given to winners in youth and adult categories.

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Unraveled Crafters

701.476.5977 www.fargolibrary.org

All interested crafters are invited to the Dr. James Carlson Library [2801 32nd Ave S, Fargo] , 1:00–3:00pm, for some unraveled fun! If you are new to knitting or crocheting, they'll teach you!

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Favorite Things

Spring Concert

Come to the Trinity Lutheran Church [210 7th St. S., Moorhead] for the Lake Agassiz Girls Chior 20th Anniversary Spring Concert. Silent Auction starts at 6:00pm followed by the concert at 7:00pm. Tickets are $10 for adults & children under 12 are $5.

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YMCA Breast Cancer Walk www.fmbreastcancerwalk.org

Three mile walk beginning & ending at West Acres to raise funds for breast cancer research & help find a cure.

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Are your Kids Riding Safely?

701.234.7233 www.north.sanfordhealth.org

Did you know that 80% of children are riding incorrectly. This class will give you the education to correctly use and install a car seat, as well as learn about child passenger safety laws, airbags & bus safety. Make an appointment be at the Sanford Auditorium [801 Broadway North, Fargo] between 6:00pm–9:30pm. Space is limited & pre-registration required. $30 fee.

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Every Stitch Tells a Story www.catholiccharitiesnd.org

The Catholic Charities Heirloom Quilt Auction at the Fargo Country Club will help benefit Pregnancy, Parenting & Adoption Services of their agency. The event will feature machine or hand-quilted heirloom quality quilts made by local quilters in live and silent auctions.

Community Block Party

701.241.8160 www.fargoparks.com

Meet your neighbors at this fun family event 5:30–8:00pm. Sing your favorite karaoke song, play on inflatable games, take home a craft project and get your face painted. Enjoy free food while supplies last. May 11th @ Lindenwood Park [1701 5 Ss S, Fargo] , May 18th @ Jefferson Park [315 16 St S, Fargo] & May 25th @ Roosevelt Park [1220 9th St N, Fargo]

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Nature Adventure

701.241.8160 www.fargoparks.com

Bring the family out for a fun evening outdoors at the Lindenwood Rotary Shelter [1701 5th St S, Fargo] , 6:00pm–8:30pm. This is a FREE event with hands-on cooking, crafts, games & nature activities.

Car Seat 101 for Expectant Parents

701.234.7233 www.north.sanford.org

Are your car seats installed correctly? Don't take the chance! This class is designed for expectant parents and focuses on infant car seats for newborns. Make an appointment be at the Sanford Auditorium [801 Broadway North, Fargo] between 6:30pm–8:00pm. Space is limited. Preregistration is necessary.

19, 20 & 21 Fargo Marathon

www.fargomarathon.com

This year you can Run Fargo & Rock Fargo at the 2011 Fargo Marathon! Known by thousands for being one of the Fastest & Friendliest races on the calendar, they’ve added a Fun twist….Fargo Rocks! Bands at EVERY mile & a post race concert are part of mix.