april events

Child Abuse Prevention Month www.stopchildabusend.com, www.pcamn.org

Help strengthen families and prevent child abuse and neglect.

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Happy Easter Chocolate bunnies, jelly beans & egg hunts!

7 Carseat 101

701.234.5570 www.meritcare.com

For expecting parents and grandparents this class would be one time a month, from 7:00 pm–8:00 pm. Recommended for moms 6–7 months into their pregnancy, but welcome during any month of pregnancy. Geared for "Newborns". Call to get registered. FREE.

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John Mayer

701.241.9100 www.fargodome.com

8:00 pm showtime for Mr. Cool!

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Bean Inspiration

701.232.3821 www.plainsart.org

Been inspired by beans lately? Here's your chance to view the bean and seed mosaic portraits in the Individual to Icon exhibition and have a go at creating your own recipe for inspiring art.

Our Family is Having a Baby!

701.234.5570 www.meritcare.com

Designed for "brothers and sisters to be", ages 3 to 7 years to aid in adjusting to the addition of a new baby in the family. Class include: characteristics and actions of a newborn, feeding the new baby, care of a newborn using demonstrations, doll play and a tour of the Family Birth Center. One or both parents should accompany child to class. 6:30 pm–8:00 pm. Call to register.

MS Walk

701.235.2678 www.walkms.org

Walk because you can. Check-in opens at 8:00 am; Walk starts at 10:00 am at the Bison Sports Arena–NDSU.

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CPR Class

701.234.5570 www.meritcare.com

Learn the ABCs of CPR and receive an American Heart Association participation card. Class is from 9:00 am–Noon. Classes are subject to availability. Call to register.

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Butterfly Ball

701.241.8160 www.fargoparks.com

ATTENTION DADS! Spend a special evening with the little princess in your life! Bring your daughters, ages 4–12, to a father/daughter prom. It is truly a special night as this is a chance for dads, step dads, uncles, or grandpas to be able to spend some quality time with their daughters creating a lifetime of memories. The Butterfly Ball is now held two different nights, choose the night that works best for you and your little girl. It is a semi-formal event, with music, dancing, photo opportunities, and a mini “grand march” for other family members to take pictures of the father/daughter couple. Snacks & punch will be served. Location: Ramada Plaza Suites Time: 7:00 pm–9:30 pm Fee: $10 person.

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Raise Safe Kids: One Stage at a time

701.234.5570 www.meritcare.com

As infants and children go through a series of developmental stages, their different behavioral, cognitive, and physical capabilities can put them at increased risk for injury. In an environment designed for adults, children have a poor understanding of risks and danger. 6:00 pm–7:30 pm. Register online.

21 Kids Are Our Business Breakfast

701.293.7273 www.raccfm.com

Join the Rape and Abuse Crisis Center for breakfast at the Holiday Inn at 7:30 am and help out a great cause. Seating s limited so call today. Cost: $65 individual tickets.

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Bumble Bee Brunch

701.241.8160 www.fargoparks.com

Join in a fun, bug-themed brunch. There will be craft projects and spring-themed activities. At Rheault Farm Bunkhouse from 9:30 am–11:00 am. Fee: $3 for ages 12 & under & $5 for ages 13 & up. Tickets need to be purchased before.