october events

1 Autumn Pumpkin Party

701.433.5360 www.wfparks.org

Take part in an afternoon of fall fun at North Elmwood Park Shelter [500 13th Ave W, West Fargo] 1–3pm. Activities will include pumpkin painting, fall crafts, games & refreshments. Choose your favorite pumpkin & decorate for $3.

1, 6 & 8 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 9am–1pm at the South Elmwood Park parking lot [500 13th Ave W, West Fargo].

6 Car Seat 101 for Expectant Parents

701.234.5570 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 6:30–8pm. Space is limited. Pre-registration is necessary.

15 Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes

888.342.2383 www.diabetes.org/otmom

Grab your walking shoes & get ready to join us for a fun-filled morning of exercise, food & festivities at the Scheels Arena! Registration/check-in begins at 7:30am & you'll want to arrive early to enjoy a delicious breakfast plus other fun activities including inflatable games, face painting, free massages, Zumba® demonstrations, team photos & more. Plus, new this year, a silent auction featuring exciting products from PartyLite, Silpada, Pampered Chef & much more! Following the morning festivities, enjoy a lively walk outside or in [your choice]. Inside, walk as far as you’d like, whether it’s one lap or ten. Allow approximately 30 minutes to walk before being rallied in for the final celebration ceremony. Join the movement to Stop Diabetes!

All event listings displayed within OTMOM are carefully selected to provide diverse options for families. It is always a good idea to call ahead to confirm the information provided. Although it is not possible to list every event happening in the FM area it is encouraged organizations submit events for consideration to info@onthemindsofmoms.com

15 Hoppin’ Hoedown

701.499.7788 www.fargoparks.com

Moms, step-moms, grandmas & aunts bring your favorite cowboy to this hoedown party. $5 for adults, $3 for boys [age 4-12]. Tickets on sale Sept. 13th at the Robert D Johnson Rec [1104 2nd Ave S, Fargo].

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Parents Forever Fargo

701.241.5700 www.ag.ndsu.edu/ casscountyextension/homeand-family/parents-forever

A research-based educational program designed to help parents through the process of making informed, childsupportive decisions during separation & divorce, resulting in healthy children & positive parent-child relationships. $55 fee for this 4-hour course. Preregistration is required—class size is limited.

21 RACC Harvest Moon Fling

701.293.7273 www.raccfm.com

Support the Rape And Abuse Crisis Center with a night of fun at the Courtyard by Marriot in Moorhead from 7–11pm. Wine Tasting, silent auction, hors d'oeuvres and live entertainment will fill the night. Call or go online to purchase tickets.

22 Moonlight Monster Mash

701.499.7788 www.fargoparks.com

Vampires, ghosts & skeletons welcome at Fargo Youth Commission [2500 18th St S, Fargo] 6:30–9pm. All participants are encouraged to wear a costume & dance the night away. Explore the haunted attic, play ghoulish games & trick-or-treat for some spooky snacks. Enjoy a live DJ all night long & a spooktacular entertainment show at 7:30pm. Parental supervision required.

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Night Eyes Halloween Event

701.277.9240 www.redriverzoo.org

Come in costume & enjoy trick-or-treating throughout the Zoo along with other spooky activities from 4–7pm.