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june events
7, 14, 21 & 28
Park It!
701.241.8160 www.fargoparks.com
Meet the Xcellent Art teacher at the park & create take home arts & crafts 1-4pm. This is a FREE event. June 7th @ Elephant Park [100 19th Ave N, Fargo], 14th @ Clara Barton Park [1451 6 St S, Fargo], 21st @ Trollwood Park [3664 Elm St N, Fargo] & 28th @ Madison Park [3010 11th Ave N, Fargo].
8, 15, 22 & 29
Community Block Party
701.241.8160 www.fargoparks.com
Meet your neighbors at this fun family event 5:30–8pm. 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. June
8th @ Village West Park [4415 9th Ave Circle S, Fargo] & 15th @ Madison Park [3010 11th Ave N, Fargo], 22nd @ Rheualt Farm [2902 25th St S, Fargo] & 29th @ Courts Plus [3491 S University Dr, Fargo].
8–12 RibFest 2011 www.fargoribfest.com
Great food, live entertainment & fun for the whole family. Riblet Fest for the kiddos offers free admission from 11am–2pm June 11th.
9
Community Play Day
701.499.7788 www.fargoparks.com
Take a FREE Play Day at Rheault Farm [2902 25th St S, Fargo], 9–11am & 1–3pm! Play yard games, do a take home craft, climb on the playground & move to music outside in the sunshine!
11
The Jack Attck on SMA www.fsma.org/jackattack
Head to Lindenwood Park for Round 7 of The Jack Attack & help us develop a treatment & cure for Spinal Muscular Atrophy! Registration begins at 9am with the walk starting at 10am. $15 for adults, kids 13 & younger FREE. Remember, we walk RAIN or SHINE! 100% of proceeds raised go directly to help find a treatment or cure for SMA. Together we will "KNOCKOUT SMA!"
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Fargo Rock Concert
701.499.7788 www.fargoparks.com
Punk, Rock, Metal! Two bands! Three different nights! All ages welcome & it’s FREE! Get your friends and come out to see the areas up and coming musicians at Dike West, 7–9pm.
14
Care for Kids Thunder Road
701.234.6620 www.sanfordhealth.org/ about/foundation
Enjoy a day at Thunder Road Family Fun Park & support the Children's Miracle Network! Tickets will be sold for a discounted price & half of all proceeds will help Children’s Miracle Network Hospital in Fargo.
14 RiverArts
218.299.5340 www.cityofmoorhead.com/parks
Celebrate summer at RiverArts in Memorial Park [210 8th St N, Moorhead] from 5:308:30pm! Bring the whole family for an outdoor concert, horse drawn carriage rides, shopping, farmers market & kid’s activities. FREE admission.
16
Car
Seat 101 for Expectant Parents
701.234.5570 www.sanfordhealth.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 6:30–8:00pm. Space is limited. Pre-registration is necessary.
16
Infertility Support Group for Women
218.329.2048 www.livinghopecounseling.wordpress.com
The group, meeting at 7:30–8:45pm, will focus on educating and supporting women through the often uncharted waters of infertility—grief, anger, dealing with everyday life issues that are unique to infertility, ways to be proactive about the waiting process, dealing with doctor's appointments, etc. Call Heather Bjur with Living Hope Counseling at 218.329.2048 for more information & to register.
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Midwest Kid Fest & Teddy Bear
Parade
701.241.8160 www.fargoparks.com
Island Park [302 7th St S, Fargo] will be filled with music, laughter & bright colors 11am-7pm as children play & learn. Bring a teddy bear to the Dike West Parking Lot and begin the day with a march in the parade starting at 10:30am. All activities are free!
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Tour de Cure
1.888.DIABETES (342-2383) www.tour.diabetes.org
Start a chain reaction and join the American Diabetes Association as we cycle for a cure this summer! The Tour de Cure is a ride, not a race, with routes designed for everyone from the avid cyclist to the recreational rider
18 & 25
Town Square Farmers Market
218.779.1382 www.tsfarmersmarket.com
Every Saturday, June 18-September 24, the Town Square [3rd St & DeMers Ave in Downtown Grand Forks] will be filled with a variety of vendors selling everything from fresh produce & homebaked goods to handmade jewelry & clothing.
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Sooner Than You Think...
701.237.5902 www.makeasoundchoice.com
Head to the Holiday Inn, Fargo at 7:00pm for the opportunity to listen to Mary Flo Ridley discuss simple answers to challenging questions. Mary uses age appropriate content, encourages parents with a positive appropriate content, encourages parents with a positive approach to determine what they want their children to know about sex and inspires and equips parents to become your child's loving authority and resource on sexual matters. This is a FREE community event sponsored by Make a Sound Choice, a positive youth development program of FirstChoice Clinic.
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CPR for Family & Friends
701.234.5570 www.sanfordhealth.org
Participants will learn the ABCs of CPR, how to manage airway obstruction, and will receive an American Heart Association participation card at Sanford Health [1711 University Dr S, Fargo] 6-9pm. Preregistration required.
22
Wild West Jamboree
701.433.5360 www.wfparks.org
Enjoy a Rootin’ Tootin’ good time of activities including music with “The Roosters,” free carriage rides, gunny sack races, barrel car rides, a petting zoo, roping demos, face painting & other western games at Rendezvous Park [1055 32nd Ave W, West Fargo] 5:30–7:30pm. Pony rides will be offered for $2. New York Life will be printing Child I.D. cards for each parent or guardian free of charge. Hotdogs, chips and beverage will be available for $1.00. Bring your lawn chair or blanket.
24 & 25
Scandanavian Hjemkomst Festival
218.299.5452 www.nordiccultureclubs.org
Celebrate all things Scandanavian at the 34th annual Scandanavian Festival at the Hjemkomst Center [202 1st Ave N, Moorhead], 10am-5:30pm. $10 for adults, 18 & under free.
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Reel Movies for Real Needs
701.461.8902 www.marcustheatres.com
Sometimes it is difficult or uncomfortable for families with special needs children to attend movies together. Century Cinema offers a welcoming and comfortable environment—lower sound, lights up—where families with children who need accommodations will be able to share the experience of seeing family friendly films at a theatre. Be there at 10:30am to see Cars 2!
27
Movie Night
701.241.8160 www.fargoparks.com
Come to Island Park [302 7th St S, Fargo] at dusk for some fun in the park at the annual Summer Movie Nights! Free Pepsi & popcorn while supplies last.
28
Neighborhood Park Party
218.299.5340 www.cityofmoorhead.com/parks
Join your neighbors for a party in the park at Morningside Park [455 Oakway, Moorhead] 6–8pm! Join Moorhead Parks and Recreation for music, games, crafts, face painting, balloon sculpting, and playing in the Games Galore Bounce-N-Slide. FREE admission!
2, 9, 16, 23 & 30
Town Square Farmers Market
218.779.1382 www.tsfarmersmarket.com
Every Saturday, June 18–September 24, the Town Square [3rd St & DeMers Ave in Downtown Grand Forks] will be filled with a variety of vendors selling everything from fresh produce & homebaked goods to handmade jewelry & clothing.
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Grand Cities Fun 4th & Fireworks
701.746.0052
Enjoy an Independence Day celebration in Downtown Grand Forks filled with tons of fun events including a kiddie parade, games, prize giveaways, concessions, live entertainment & an amazing fireworks display over the Red River.
4
MSUM 4th of July Celebration
218.236.2011 www.mnstate.edu/july4/events/
Proud to be an American? MSUM's annual celebration at Nemzek Hall will not disappoint. Events kick off at 8am with a 5K, 10K & kid's run, followed by parades, music, food & family fun. Evening entertainment begins at 7:30pm with fireworks display at dusk. For more event info, visit online.
5 & 21
CPR for Family & Friends
701.234.5570 www.sanfordhealth.org
Participants will learn the ABCs of CPR, how to manage airway obstruction, and will receive an American Heart Association participation card at Sanford Health [1711 University Dr S, Fargo] 6–9pm. Preregistration required.
6, 13 & 20
Family Fun Concert
701.499.7788 www.fargoparks.com
Here’s your chance to bring the whole family out to the park & be entertained with lively music from local bands. There will be arts and crafts, face painting, a bouncy castle and great music. These FREE concerts will be from 7pm–8:30pm July
6th @ Roosevelt Park, July 13th @ Village West Park, & July 20th @ Trollwood Park.
7 & 21
Infertility Support Group for Women
218.329.2048 www.livinghopecounseling.wordpress.com
The group, meeting at 7:30–8:45pm on the 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month, will focus on educating and supporting women through the often uncharted waters of infertility—grief, anger, dealing with everyday life issues that are unique to infertility, ways to be proactive about the waiting process, dealing with doctor's appointments, etc. Call Heather Bjur with Living Hope Counseling at 218.329.2048 for more information & to register.
7 Community Play Day
701.499.7788 www.fargoparks.com
Take a FREE Play Day at Rheault Farm [2902 25th St S, Fargo], 9–11am & 1–3pm!
Play yard games, do a take home craft, climb on the playground & move to music outside in the sunshine!
7, 14, 21 & 28 Farmers' Market & Beyond
701.433.5360 www.wfparks.org
Fresh produce, berries, herbs, meats, jellies, flowers, hand-crafted items & agriculture products will be available for purchase 4–7pm at the South Elmwood Park parking lot [500 13th Ave W, West Fargo].
8–16
Red River Valley Fair
800.456.6408 www.redrivervalleyfair.com
It's that time again! Nine days of family fun at the fair. For daily events check online.
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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.
11, 12 & 14
Fantastic Fantasy Safari
701.232.3821 www.plainsart.org
Kiddos entering grades 2–5, be megainspired by the HUGE artwork in the Big Country: FMVA Scale the Plains exhibition. Your fearless camp leader will be Big Country artist Kaylyn Gerenz, who will guide you through the adventurous process of creating fantastical animals in various media, 9am–Noon.
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RiverArts
218.299.5340 www.cityofmoorhead.com/parks
Celebrate summer at RiverArts in Memorial Park [210 8th St N, Moorhead] from 5:30–8:30pm! Bring the whole family for an outdoor concert, horse drawn carriage rides, shopping, farmers market & kid’s activities. FREE admission.
12 & 14
Waterama
701.499.7788 www.fargoparks.com
Spend an afternoon having fun with water Noon–3pm @ Island Park Pool on July 12th & Madison Pool on July 14th! Play water games, join in contests & win prizes at this FREE event. There will be a bubble area for children ages 5 & under.
14–16
Fargo Downtown Street Fair
701.241.1570 www.fmdowntown.com
Check out area artist and crafters in ND's largest FREE event. Booths open at 10:00am.
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Reel Movies for Real Needs
701.461.8902 www.marcustheatres.com
Sometimes it is difficult or uncomfortable for families with special needs children to attend movies together.Century Cinema offers a welcoming and comfortable environment—lower sound, lights up— where families with children who need accommodations will be able to share the experience of seeing family friendly films at a theatre. Be there at 10:30am to see Winnie The Pooh!
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Fargo Rock Concert
701.499.7788 www.fargoparks.com
Punk, Rock, Metal! Two bands! Three different nights! All ages welcome & it’s
FREE! Get your friends and come out to see the areas up and coming musicians at Dike West, 7–9pm.
19-23
Cinderella-the World's Favorite Fairy Tale
219.299.3314 www.gooseberryparkplayers.org
Gooseberry Park Players present a pop musical version of “Cinderella—the World’s Favorite Fairy Tale”. Recommended for all ages, head to the Frances Frazier Comstock Theatre on the campus of Concordia College in Moorhead July 19–23 at 7:00pm & July 23 & 24 at 1:00pm.
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Watermelon Festival
218.299.5340 www.cityofmoorhead.com/parks
Come out for an afternoon of fun, sun, and watermelon at Gooseberry Park [100 22nd Ave S, Moorhead] from 2–4pm! Fresh watermelon will be served while supplies last, Games Galore inflatable games, face painting, balloon sculpting, games & much more. FREE admission.
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German Folk Fest
701.499.7788 www.fargoparks.com
Dance & socialize with an authentic German Band at Rheault Farm 11am–5pm with additional German American stage performances held throughout the day. Explore German displays, presentations & crafts. FREE admission.
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Neighborhood Park Party
218.299.5340 www.cityofmoorhead.com/parks
Join your neighbors for a party in the park at Ridgewood Park [1818 31st St S, Moorhead] 6–8pm! Join Moorhead Parks and Recreation for music, games, crafts, face painting, balloon sculpting, and playing in the Games Galore Bounce-N-Slide. FREE admission!
27 Furball
701.277.9240 www.redriverzoo.org
Enjoy the tastes of local restaurants & support the Red River Zoo at their 10th Annual fundraiser, 6–11pm.
