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6 Spotlight: Avalon Events Center 8 Socializing Your Dog: Patios, Taprooms, and More 10 The Red River Valley's Craft Brewery Scene 14 Arbor Day: A Celebration of the Lives of Trees 16 National Library Week
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22 Garden Party & Kite Day - Celebrating All Things Spring 24 Music & Events Sponsored by: Property Recourses Group
26 Job Guide 28 Tattoo Parlors: More Than Just Ink
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by Rachelle Gordon If you’re looking for the ideal setting for your wedding or event, The Avalon Events Center is the perfect choice. Located minutes from downtown Fargo, the property has a staggering seven ballrooms, meaning it can accommodate anything and everyone - including multiple events at once!
“It caterers to all types of gatherings; from corporate
“If anyone has attended an event they always talk
conventions to beautiful weddings, from 25 people
about the food! Our Executive Chef is second to
to 2,500 people,” explains Brett Colliton, Director of
none!” exclaimed Colliton.
Sales & Social Media at The Avalon. We run the event center like a five-star hotel - nothing is overlooked!”
Planning the perfect wedding or event is simple with The Avalon - their professional and friendly staff
The Avalon Events Center is not only versatile but
will ensure your special day is everything you ever
also features state-of-the-art technology that is
dreamed of.
unmatched in the area. Each and every room at The Avalon is outfitted with large projection screens
“We truly try to streamline the process of booking
or televisions, easy to use connections for your
and setting up your event,” says Jackie Bruenjes, The
computer and devices, multiple microphones for your
Avalon’s Social Events & Marketing Manager. “We are
presentation or panel discussion, and color changing
detailed and have a team that works together to have
ambient LED lighting all included. There are also
a very successful event from start to finish.”
movie theatre quality screens with surround sound. Additional touches include theatrical mood lighting, “We have a different look and feel than most event
drive-in loading docks for ease of delivery, large on-site
centers,” says Joe Gudding, Food & Beverage Manager.
parking accommodations, ticket office, and so much
“We have the newest technologies that we can offer
more that you’ll have to see to believe - The Avalon
to our weddings, events, and corporate parties.”
even has a glamorous way home for event-goers.
The food and drink is another big draw for those
“We offer limo rides free of charge to our guests from
looking to create the perfect meal for their event.
9:00 pm to 1:00 am who are staying in hotels in our
The Avalon offers one-of-a-kind dining experiences
area. Guests are very appreciative of this service,”
that can cater to any group.
said Gudding.
We have great signature dinners, lunches, and
The Avalon Events Center is the perfect venue for
breakfasts that our executive chef specializes in,”
any wedding, corporate party, or special event.
explains Gudding. “We are able to hold a very large
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4 To 8 Weeks Out F F F F F F F F F F
Mail All Invitations and RSVPs (8 weeks) Apply for Marriage License-Bring Proper Documents Order Tuxedoes for Groom and Groomsmen Meet with the Caterer to go Over Menus, Wine Selections, etc. Do a Hair and Makeup Run-Through (Include Veil) Finalize Honeymoon Arrangement Decide on Rehearsal Dinner Outfit Make Honeymoon Packing List Finish Bridal Shower Thank-Yous Finalize Ceremony Readings
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Buy Bridesmaids, Groomsmen, Parents & Children Gifts Work on Seating Chart Finish Writing Vows Finalize Ceremony Outline & Programs Create Weekend Outline Send Out Rehearsal Reminders Make Nail and Spa Appointments Buy or Make a Day-of-Emergency Kit Schedule Final Fitting for Bride and Bridesmaids Dresses Finalize and Confirm Arrangements for Out of Town Guests
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Confirm Details with the Photographer, Florist and Other Vendors Finalize Wedding Day Transportation Arrange to Change Name on License, Social Security Card, etc. Finalize Guest Numbers with Caterer Order Wedding Rings Confirm Wedding Ceremony and Reception Music Compile All Lists of All Vendors and Wedding Party with Contact Information Confirm Payments with Vendors Write Your Rehearsal Dinner Toast Wrap and Write Cards for Groomsmen, Parents & Children’s Gifts
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Confirm Receipt of Marriage License Arrive Early at Rehearsal Bring Attendants Gifts Enjoy Rehearsal Dinner Gather Something Old – Symbolizing Continuity with Family & Heritage Gather Something New-Symbolizing Optimism & Hope for the New Life Ahead Gather Something Borrowed-An Item from a Happily Married Friend or Family Member Gather Something Blue-Symbolizing Love and Fidelity Decide on Perfume for the Day Confirm Wedding Day Details with Wedding Party
Day Of Your Wedding F F F F F F F F F F
Bring Wedding License Eat Lightly In the Morning Have Hair and Makeup Done Start Dressing 1 to 2 Hours Before Ceremony Relax and Remain Calm at All Times Have Personal Attendant Next to You for Touchups, Extra Lipstick, Water, etc. Eat Lightly In the Afternoon Prior to Ceremony Starting, (about 15 Minutes) Take Quiet Time with Your Wedding Party Smile at Your Future Partner! Enjoy This Beautiful, Once-in-a-Lifetime Day Surrounded by Friends and Family!
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Confirm Honeymoon Arrangements & Make Copy of Itinerary for Emergencies Pack for Honeymoon Check Size and Fit of Rings Arrange for Pickup of Wedding Attire Enclose Any Fees Due on Wedding Day in Envelopes for Distribution Appoint a Trustworthy Person to Bring Important Items (cake knife, toasting glasses, etc.) to Reception Put Tip Money Aside for Vendors Double-Check all Details with Photographer, Videographer, Florist, etc. Arrange Photographer, Videographer and Attendants Arrive 2 Hours Before Ceremony Arrange Music to Begin ½ Hour Prior to Ceremony
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Socializing Your Dog:
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Grassroots taprooms and breweries are popping up on almost every street corner, offering amazing brews and signature sips. With your friends at your side and a drink in your hand, what more could you need? Well…your dog, for starters. There are many dog-friendly businesses, so you could your pup to a friendly pool game or trivia night. A great idea -- until he yanks the leash out of your hand, knocks over a tray, and trips the server carrying precious pints to parched patrons. The
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shatter of a once full beer glass is the saddest sound in the English language. To keep this disaster from becoming a reality, make sure your pup is appropriately socialized and trained for this kind of outing. If your dog isn’t a puppy any more, you can still teach an old dog new tricks. It all comes down to what they’re used to.
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Regular Exposure The best way to get your dog used to being in public is to expose them to strange people and places on a regular basis. Make a point to regularly bring your good boy or girl to parks, pet supply stores, and anywhere else they can meet new people. This will also give you an idea of where they are in their training and socialization. When your pup is used to new situations, your time at the taproom together may be nearly at hand.
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If your dog eats before going out they will be less likely to drool over each new smell that wafts by. Also, go for a walk or play fetch before arriving. Exercise beforehand will mitigate their energy level and help keep them calm. But do keep them on a leash at all times! No matter how perfect your pup may be, no one is above an occasional excited outburst.
Know When to Opt Out No one knows your dog better than you. If you know your dog isn’t going to fit in where you’re going, then it’s better for them to stay home and safe no matter how they look at you with their big brown eyes. But don’t lose hope -- with enough time, consistency, and exposure, your pup will soon be ready to join the team for your next trivia night!
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The Red River Valley’s
Craft Brewery Scene by Jamee Larson
Beer is Fun, Act Accordingly! We have indulged in our love of beer for thousands of years.
Craft breweries are classified as small, independent
It is one of the civilization’s oldest beverages, dating all the
brewers that produce fewer than 6 million barrels of
way back to ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia. Today beer is
beer annually. Several breweries in the greater Fargo-
the most popular alcoholic drink in the world and the third
Moorhead are part of the craft brewery movement that
most popular beverage after water and tea. More than 35
has exploded in the past few years. This is your guide
billion gallons of beer are sold each year, accounting for
to the major players.
global revenues in excess of $300 billion. Much of this beer is sold by craft breweries.
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Jesse Feigum, co-founder of Drekker Brewing Company, grew up in nearby Barnesville, MN. Together
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with three friends, Jesse started making beer by experimenting with home brewing, eventually pooling their funds to purchase a small brewing system. “Like most home brewers, we talked a lot about what we’d do if we had our own brewery, and the more we talked the more realistic it seemed,” Jesse explained. “Pretty soon our brewing sessions were also business strategy meetings, and we realized that we each had a different skill set that would be essential to starting a brewery.” REAL
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Drekker Brewing has enjoyed taking part in such an exciting and burgeoning industry. “I think that there’s a growing movement where people are seeking out authenticity in whichever products they buy,” Jesse said. “This definitely isn’t a new phenomenon, but it’s a big part of the reason that small breweries are opening at such an amazing rate.” Jesse believes that creating a product that customers can connect with is the key to a successful brewery. “Today people seek out that connection and want to know where their beer comes from,”
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On the other side of the river from Dekker sits Junkyard Brewing Company. When co-owner Aaron Juhnke decided it was time to figure out what to do with his life, he turned to what he loved. “I didn’t know very many other people who were really into craft beer, so I figured there must be a ton of folks out there who could discover and fall in love with the huge spectrum of beer flavors like I had,” he said. When Aaron’s brother Dan graduated from college the duo decided they “either needed to make something
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beer, because the attitude of most breweries is very approachable as they try to be take part in their communities, because there is a general trend in our economy to favor local producers and products, and because breweries have historically held a significant place in the composition of their local cultures.” At Junkyard, the focus is on the customer -- the part of the job Aaron enjoys the most. “I like the people who are into breweries and craft beer. They’re honestly some of the best customers that any business could hope to have,” he said. “I don’t know what it is about beer people, but they’re pretty much all great people.”
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Co-founder Jared Hardy has helped grow Fargo Brewing Company into one of the largest in the area. “Fargo Brewing is the oldest and largest brewery in North Dakota with distribution across North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, and Western Wisconsin,” he explained. “In 2017 we
shopdinelive.net will make over 40 varieties of beer and package over 12 styles in cans.” As a testament to its growth, the company opened Fargo Brewing Ale House in South Fargo where customers can find a few beers not currently available at their North Fargo taproom. “The increase of breweries in the region is a reflection of the communities we represent,” Jared observed. “Customers are increasingly looking for local, quality products, and beer is no exception.” Jared also points out that North Dakota’s regulatory changes that allow limited, direct sales to customers have made introducing new beers to customers easier than ever. Like other brewmasters, Jared’s love of brewing is part science, part art. “The best thing about my job is that there is always something new to learn; I’m always learning about new ways to improve processes and solve problems in the brewery, which is a lot of fun,” he said. “Seeing the results of those new processes and programs that have been implemented is very rewarding.”
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Opening August 2017 Kilstone Brewing is one of the newer players in the area’s craft brewing scene. Marketing and Events Coordinator Paul Hankel is excited about the direction of the industry. “By the end of this year there will be seven or eight of us, which is following a national trend,” he said. “People are getting over more mainstream beer and falling in love with small batch craft.” According to Paul, one of the best aspects of Kilstone is its size. “We are able to do a little more experimentation,” he said. “We have a two-barrel system rather than the larger 16-barrel variety, so we can experiment. If a batch doesn’t turn out right, dumping it isn’t too costly.” Paul is excited to see where the growth of breweries is going to take Kilstone. “I’d like to see a snapshot of three to five years from now,” he said. “I’d be
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importance of trees and get as many planted
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as possible. Morton understood that trees
vague memory of some type of tree-related
were necessary to provide windbreaks to
event they attended in elementary school.
prevent soil erosion, materials that could be
Yes, Arbor Day has to do with trees, but
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what is the real purpose of the holiday?
On January 4, 1872, he proposed the first tree-planting holiday to the State Board of Agriculture. He named the holiday Arbor Day. Almost a century later, President Richard
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DeMarais, the upcoming Arbor Day will
thought of more often in regards to projects,
see a planting at Madison Elementary. “The
stewardship, and community impact.”
Park District, City of Fargo, River Keepers, and some other partners collaborate on the effort,” he explained. “About 300 middle school kids will join us to help plant 100 trees and learn about their significance.” Thanks to the efforts of DeMarais and others like him, Fargo has been designated a Tree City as part of the Arbor Day Foundation’s Tree City USA program. To receive that designation, a city must have an Arbor Day celebration, a legally responsible representative of the city’s trees, a tree care ordinance, and at least $2 per capita allocated toward tree care. There are currently only about 3,400 cities
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ne of the most prominent buildings in any community is the library. For decades libraries have served as the great equalizer,
bringing together people of all races, genders, and religions. Superb literature does not discriminate; it can transform anyone or anything in an instant. Many people thought the library was headed for a quick demise with the invention of the e-book. Why visit a physical library when you can
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press a few buttons and start reading a book in the comfort of your own home? The answer has been decisive – there is something about a library that engages people in a way not possible through a screen. In other words, libraries are not going anywhere. April 9th through 15th is National Library Week, an annual observance that was first sponsored in 1958. The theme of 2017 is “Libraries Transform,” a concept Jenny Rodgers intuitively understands. As the public services supervisor for the Moorhead Public Library, Rodgers sees firsthand how impactful a library can be to the community it serves.
“We really try to provide programs that the community needs or wants in
“People can bring in whatever device they are using, or use one of our
the moment,” she said, adding that she believes libraries exist to make life
computers, and ask any questions they want specific to that device or
easier for their users. Although Rodgers got her Masters in Library Science
program,” Rodgers explained. “We have some amazing stories of people
to work in archives, she soon found herself drawn another direction. “I like
getting on Facebook or Skype to have more access to their grandkids or
the community impact that we can have in public libraries,” she explained.
finding someone they lost touch with a long time ago. It’s really gratifying
Rodgers understands that e-books have drawn some people away from the
to help people discover personal information like that.”
library, but she doesn’t see the role it plays in the community changing any
The library has a wide variety of programming geared for people of all ages.
time soon. “The most important mission for libraries is to provide equal
According to Rodgers, Baby Bounce is a particular favorite as are drop-in
access to everyone, and that will never change with the format,” she said.
programming like Chess Club, Origami Club, and Lego Club, where people
Rodgers believes that e-books and physical books can coexist harmoniously without one replacing the other. “I liken e-books and physical books to
can just sit down and play. “It’s a great way to be creative and meet new people without the pressure of a class or structured event,” she said.
electricity and candles,” she explained. “Just because we don’t need candles to
The Moorhead Library will be celebrating National Library Week on Friday,
survive day to day, doesn’t mean we’ve stopped using them. In fact, there are
April 14th. “We’re hosting a Customer Appreciation Day with snacks and
still candles in just about every home.”
prizes to say thank you to all of our amazing customers,” Rodgers said. “I
Different generations react to new technology differently, a reality that is apparent in libraries as well as mainstream society. “For my millennial generation, we spend our entire lives online through work and social
am also on the One Book, One Community committee and the local public and academic libraries usually announce our community’s selected title that week, which is always exciting.”
media,” Rodgers explained. “The last thing we want to do is read an
Rodgers invites everyone to the library. “If you have no other number in
entire book online; we’d much prefer a physical book.” She believes the
your phone, make sure you have the library’s number. If we can’t help you
Baby Boomer generation, on the other hand, has embraced the ease and
find the answer, we will find someone who can,” she explained. “And be
flexibility of e-books.
vocal about what you want. If you see an event or an item that you want,
Rodgers and the rest of the staff at the Moorhead Public Library are always willing to change and adapt to the needs of the community. That includes developing programs that provide a benefit to those in need. Of particular interest in the recent past involves technology. The library currently has “Ask a Techspert” on Mondays, a sort of digital drop-in. 16
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Planning a wedding is hard. It’s stressful, overwhelming, complicated, and somehow gets increasingly expensive as the big day draws near. It’s no big deal -- only the most important day of your life, right? But no matter how reasonable you think you are, planning a wedding can turn anyone into a “bridezilla” if they’re not cautious. So to keep yourself from biting off any heads, try these ideas to keep the bridezilla at bay!
Guest List - Be Real! A study published in 2014 suggests that the more people you invite to your wedding -- and the less you spend -- the more successful your marriage will be. While these two factors don’t directly impact your marital bliss (or lack thereof), they speak to a larger issue: are you valuing the people in your life, or the things in it? No matter our place in life, this is always an important question we should ask ourselves.
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Keep it Short Make the engagement as short as possible. This may seem counterintuitive, but if you have a shorter time limit, it will force you to make otherwise difficult decisions. You won’t have any time to second-guess your choices, which is great given the staggering number of them you’ll face.
Your marriage won’t be perfect, and neither will your wedding day.
Delegation, Delegation, Delegation The less you are personally responsible for, the easier your planning will be. If you trust the taste and judgment of your family and friends, kindly ask them for help as often as you can. If releasing control is difficult for you, bear in mind that you won’t remember most of your wedding day. You won’t even notice the minor details you’re sweating over right now. Just let them go!
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Embrace the Imperfections Your marriage won’t be perfect, and neither will your wedding day. After weeks of searching for the perfect pair of pants for our groomsmen, one of them showed up on the day of the wedding wearing the wrong color pants. I could have freaked out and sent him back to Kohl’s to find the right pair, but then my wedding wouldn’t have been our wedding. Idiosyncrasies will make your day unique rather than imperfect.
Keep Perspective Throughout the planning process, fill a little notebook with all the reasons you’re excited to marry your fiancé. When you’re frustrated, irritated, or about to lose your mind, flip through a few pages and remind yourself of the real reason you’re doing all this. Then, after the wedding, give the book to your new husband to read. It’s not the wedding day that matters so much -- it’s every day afterward. So take a deep breath and try to enjoy the process. It doesn’t feel like it, but the big day will be here before you know it!
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Personalized Vows Couples who choose to write their own wedding vows recognize how special such personal gestures are. Writing one’s own vows can impart a personalized and special touch to the ceremony. But as anyone who has stared down a blank piece of paper or blinking cursor can attest, a case of writer’s block may encourage couples to abandon the idea of writing their own vows.
Writing vows can be nerve-wracking. Many couples are unaccustomed to speaking in front of crowds, and then there is the challenge of turning life-altering feelings into language that will appeal to the masses.
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Skip the schtick. Jokes may pop up in speeches
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Decide on a mutual structure for the vows. If you and
throughout the evening, but wedding vows can be
your spouse will not be writing the vows together,
your chance to truly speak from the heart. Humor
agree on a format that you both will follow. Otherwise,
may come across as insincerity. Rather, list the words
you might be writing about your unending love, and he
that describe your feelings for your future spouse, and
or she may be promising to keep updated on favorite
build on that.
sports teams or television programs. You want the tone and style of the vows to be cohesive.
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Tell a story. If you need inspiration, look to a moment in your relationship when you really knew this was
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the person with whom you wanted to share your life.
hope your life to be in 10 or 20 years. Explain all of the
Relay the story, but keep it brief. Try to be as specific
reasons you want to be together for the duration.
as possible, and recognize that it’s acceptable to be playful with your words. When it’s really coming from
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the heart and not the head, you’ll know it.
Read the vows several times. Read over your work and make sure the language is clear and there are no glaring errors. It may take a few versions to get the
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Borrow from traditional words. Take traditional vows
final version right where you want it.
and tweak them to make them your own. This works especially well for those who have trouble getting
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Get a second opinion. Ask someone you trust to listen
started or are unsure of which format to follow.
to the vows and offer feedback. This needs to be a
Incorporate key words, such as “partners,” “love,”
person who will be honest and not just tell you what
“friends,” “joy,” and “forever.”
you want to hear.
Be sure the officiant is on board. Depending on the type of ceremony, the officiant may have final say over what can or cannot be included in your vows. Religious ceremonies, for example, may be limited to certain scripture readings and traditional vows. Before you devote any time to writing vows, ensure that it’s alright to include them. Otherwise, save personalized sentiments for a special toast at the wedding reception.
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Garden Party & Kite Day Celebrating All Things Spring by Jamee Larson
Garden Party
New to this year’s Garden Party will be an introduction to “seed bombing,” a technique of introducing vegetation to land by throwing or dropping seed balls. According to McCormick, the Growing Together Community
The Garden Party will take place at Rheault Farm and provide people of all ages with a chance to get down and dirty like nature intended. Few things signify the changing seasons like gardening. “For many years now, this free event has been a sign that spring has arrived,” explained Katie McCormick, marketing specialist for the Fargo Park District.
Gardens will be on hand to help kids make their own seed bombs. Families will also be able to take home their own seedlings from Probstfield Farm. Other activities at the Garden Party include making bird feeders with the Audubon Society, learning about local foods with Ugly Food of the North, visiting with Don Carey the Bug Man and his creepy crawlies, and meeting plenty of live animals. There will also be a plant walk, face painting, crafts,
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Kite Day The following weekend, join others at Lindenwood Park and celebrate the freedom and exhilaration of flying kites. Now in its 19th year, Kite Day has been a favorite spring activity for nearly two decades. “Kite Day is a wonderful family-friendly event where both kids and adults can take advantage of those North Dakotan winds and enjoy a fun pastime,” explained McCormick. You don’t have to be a kite flying expert to participate in Kite Day -- you don’t even need to fly at all! “It’s just a great time to get out of the house with the family and enjoy some time together,” McCormick said. “If you’re not a seasoned kite flyer, come to the event to watch all the kites swooping and soaring over Lindenwood Park.” In addition to the flying, prizes will
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Kids Book Club
APRIL 7
Springtime Cake Pops Class
South Dakota State Jackrabbits at North Dakota State Bison Baseball
APRIL 12
6:00 pm, Square One Kitchens, Fargo
6:30 pm, Moorhead Public Library, Moorhead, MN
6:30 PM, Newman Outdoor Field, Fargo
APRIL 4
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Art Program “Everything is Coming up Daisies”
International Potluck - Encountering Each Other
10:00 PM, The Aquarium, Fargo
Alm Park, Moorhead
El Zagal Shrine Circus
Rummage Sale
STOP Domestic Violence Training
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5:00 PM, Olivet Lutheran Church, Fargo
8:00 am, St. Anne’s Guest Home, Grand Forks
Biscuits & Gravy Breakfast & Bake Sale
Child care Event - Creative Time
Kids Dream Spring Film Series
8:00 AM, West Fargo Police Department, West Fargo
7:30 AM, Super Buffet, Fargo
Rustad Recreation Center, West Fargo
10:00 am, Marcus West Acres Cinema, Fargo
Everybody Dance Now!
Currents: Conversations on Water
6:00 PM, Heritage Center, Moorhead, MN
6:00 pm, Plains Art Museum, Fargo
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Beginner Skate Class,
Sweet Freedom Dessert Social and Fundraiser
Sol Seed 8:00 PM, Detroit Lakes Regional Chamber of Commerce, Detroit Lakes
9:00 am, Skate City, Fargo
APRIL 2 FM Opera Presents “The Pirates of Penzance” Take on Wallstreet 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM, Festival Concert Hall, NDSU, Reineke Fine Arts Center, Fargo
7:00 pm, Hjemkomst Center, Fargo
APRIL 5 Minot State Beavers at North Dakota State Bison Baseball 5:00 PM, Newman Outdoor Field, Fargo
8:00 PM, The Aquarium, Fargo
Opening of Senior Art Exhibition at Cyrus M. Running Gallery
The Wizard of Oz
Cyrus M. Running Gallery, Moorhead, MN
2:00 PM, Fargo Theater, Fargo
APRIL 6
El Zagal Shrine Circus
JKosha Dillz
Omni W/ Affiney and Gneil
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8:00 PM, The Aquarium, Fargo
APRIL 3
50th Annual Hawley Art Show & Sale
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9:00 PM, The Aquarium, Fargo
Family Nature Night
El Zagal Shrine Circus
6:00 pm, East Grand Forks Campbell Library, Grand Forks
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Viking Yoga with Crossfit Icehouse 10:30 am - 11:30 am, Drekker Brewing Co. Fargo
APRIL 9 South Dakota State Jackrabbits at North Dakota State Bison Baseball 6:30 PM, Newman Outdoor Field, Fargo
Casting Crowns Concert 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Fargodome, Fargo
Justin Moore and Lee Brice Concert 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Fargodome, Fargo
APRIL 11 Minnesota Golden Gophers at North Dakota State Bison Baseball 6:30 PM, Newman Outdoor Field, Fargo
Easter Egg Hunt 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm, Veterans Memorial Arena, West Fargo
Vajra 8:00 PM, The Garage Bar Presents, Fargo
Fargo Whiskey Fest Sanctuary Events Center, Fargo
APRIL 13 LET’S MAKE POTS!!! 7:00 PM, Plains Art Museum, Fargo
FM Power Lunch 11:30 AM, Bethel Church, Fargo
Art Program “Everything is Coming up Daisies” Alm Park, Moorhead
APRIL 14 Lee Brice & Justin Moore 7:00 PM, Fargodome, Fargo
Date Night: Chicago Deep Dish Pizza 6:30 pm, Square One Kitchens, Fargo
Magic Men Live 8:00 PM, Fargo Theatre, Fargo
Darin Karnes- Eighth Hour 8:00 PM, M & J Brand Saloon, West Fargo
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Easter Eggstravaganza Children’s Museum at Yunker Farm, Fargo
APRIL 15 Paula Poundstone
APRIL 24
The Mental Health Zone 5K
Opening of Spring Art Exhibit at Trollwood
Geek Day - Don’t Panic 5K
Trollwood Performing Arts School, Moorhead
APRIL 27
8:00 PM, Fargo Theatre, Fargo
Parlor Talks: The Brave Women of WW1
The Big Wu
6:30 PM, Comstock House, Moorhead
8:00 PM, Sanctuary Events Center, Fargo
Kids N’ Canvas
Darin Karnes- Eighth Hour
Rustad Recreation Center, West Fargo
8:00 PM, M & J Brand Saloon, West Fargo
Rally Trials Red River Zoo, Fargo
Easter Eggstravaganza Children’s Museum at Yunker Farm, Fargo
APRIL 28 The Beach Boys & The Temptations 7:30 PM, Scheels Arena, Fargo
Machine Gun Kelly 8:00 PM, Sanctuary Events Center, Fargo
APRIL 16
Megan Hamilton Album Release Party
Boston Strong Half Marathon/10k/5k/1k
10:00 PM, The Aquarium, Fargo
Fargo
Rustad Recreation Center, West Fargo
Easter Eggstravaganza Children’s Museum at Yunker Farm, Fargo
APRIL 17 Boston Strong Half Marathon/10k/5k/1k Fargo
Kids N’ Canvas The Traveling Sauna Hjemkomst Center, Moorhead
APRIL 29 See the World A Different Way 5K 1:00 PM, Fargo- VIRTUAL, Fargo
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1:00 PM, Fargo- VIRTUAL, Fargo
9:00 PM, The Aquarium, Fargo
The Traveling Sauna
Boston Strong Half Marathon/10k/5k/1k
Hjemkomst Center, Moorhead
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Hjemkomst Center, Moorhead
Knuckle Puc
MAY 1
5:30 PM, The Aquarium, Fargo
Summer Food Service Program
YWCA Women of the Year
3:00 PM, Holiday Inn, Fargo
5:30 PM, Ramada Plaza Suites and Conference Center, Fargo
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The Harlem Globetrotters 7:00 PM, Scheels Arena, Fargo
Jucifer W/ Gorgatron, Brutalur and Benefactor 9:00 PM, The Aquarium, Fargo
APRIL 21 Aces High Band 8:00 PM , Johnson’s Barn, Fargo
DIY Workshop: Succulent Planter Rivers Bend Park, West Fargo
APRIL 22 Earth Day 5K & 10K 1:00 PM, Fargo- VIRTUAL, Fargo
Eco Chic Design Conference: Ree Drummond 10:00 AM, Scheels Arena, Fargo
Gigantic Rummage Sale 7:00 am - 1:00 pm, Veterans Memorial Arena, West Fargo
APRIL 23 WWE: Live 5:00 PM, Fargodome, Fargo
Beach Slang 9:00 PM, The Aquarium, Fargo
MAY 3 The Odyssey 7:30 pm, Askanase Auditorium at NDSU, Fargo
Open Mic Night: Music, Poetry & Stories 6:30pm, Memorial Union Gallery, Fargo
MAY 4 Jazz Night at Basie’s 7:00 pm, Ramada Plaza and Suites, Fargo
Billy Elliot the Musical 7:30 pm, The Stage at Island Park, Fargo
The Odyssey 7:30 pm, Askanase Auditorium at NDSU, Fargo
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19th Annual Kite Day 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm, Lindenwood Park, Fargo
Extraordinary Expectations with Susie Larson 9:00 am, First Assembly of God Church, Fargo
Making Mother’s Day Brunch for Mom Cooking Class 2:00 pm, Square One Kitchens, Fargo
MAY 7 Junk Market Scheels Arena, Fargo
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MAY 18 Essentia Health & Fitness Expo Fargodome, Fargo
Fargo Marathon Fargodome, Fargo
Jazz Night at Basie’s 7:00 pm, Ramada Plaza and Suites, Fargo
Rocking to the Oldies 7:30 pm, The Stage at Island Park, Fargo
MAY 19 Essentia Health & Fitness Expo Fargodome, Fargo
Fargo Marathon Fargodome, Fargo
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Closing of Senior Art Exhibition at Cyrus M. Running Gallery
Fargodome, Fargo
Cyrus M. Running Gallery, Moorhead
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Billy Elliot the Musical
Pepsi Outdoor Archery Challenge
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Movie Matinee
Mother + Daughter Date 7:00 PM, Red Raven, Fargo
Party in the Park 5:30 pm, Jefferson School Park, Fargo
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Jazz Nickel Combo 7:00 pm, Basie’s (In The Ramada), Fargo
MAY 12 Volumes All Ages 5:30 PM, The Aquarium, Fargo
Josh Turner 8:00 pm, Shooting Star Casino, Mahnomen, MN
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Morel Fest 2017 6:00 pm, La Ferme, Alexandria, MN
Rocking to the Oldies 7:30 pm, The Stage at Island Park, Fargo
Quick 56 9:30 pm, Hooligan’s, West Fargo
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Pepsi Outdoor Archery Challenge 8:00 am, Forest River Property, Fargo
Plainsmen Black Powder Club Rendezvous 9:00 am, Southwest of Kindred, Kindred, ND
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7:00 am - 12:00 pm, Forest River Property, Fargo
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Nature Adventure 12:00 pm, Forest River Property, Fargo
Kat Perkins Concert 7:30 pm, Top Hat Theatre, Ulen, MN
MAY 14 Heart-n-Soul Community Café 11:00 am, Josie’s Corner Café and Bake Shop, Fargo
MAY 15 Essentia Health & Fitness Expo Fargodome, Fargo
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Party in the Park 5:30 pm, Lewis & Clark, Fargo
MAY 25 Jazz Night at Basie’s 7:00 pm, Ramada Plaza and Suites, Fargo
MAY 26 Darin Karnes- Eighth Hour 8:00 PM, Shotgun Sally’s Rock & Roll Saloon, Fargo
Post Traumatic Funk Syndrome Tribute to Chicago
Essentia Health & Fitness Expo
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Fargodome, Fargo
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Party In the Park
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5:30 pm, Centennial Park, Fargo
Billy Elliot the Musical
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Drone Focus Conference 2017
Fargodome, Fargo
8:00 AM, Fargo Civic Center, Fargo
Pinochle Tournament 10:00 am, West Fargo VFW, West Fargo
MAY 6 Junk Market Scheels Arena, Fargo
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5 Things Highly Successful People Do Every Monday by kevin daum of inc. - themuse.com Monday can totally feel like a drag. You just had a great weekend of fun and play, and now it’s back to the work week. Even those who love their job can find Mondays a real buzz kill. But Monday can also be an exciting beginning. With the right approach, it can stimulate efficiency and productivity for the entire week. It takes a strong constitution to start the week with focus and determination, yet, this is exactly what the most productive people do. Here are five key ways they use Monday to their advantage. 1. THEY START WITH A POSITIVE ATTITUDE So much time and energy is used
Super productive people assess the entire week so they can manage their
up by a bad mood. Super productive people don’t like to waste any energy,
resources accordingly. That gives them the ability to meter out the week
and they certainly don’t want the week to lag from a bad start. They focus
and adjust as necessary. Make your lists and calendar your time. It will free
their mind on joyful productivity from the moment their feet hit the ground
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Instead of lamenting going to work, focus on where you truly want to be and what will take you forward.
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unknown speed bumps into their plan, so that when the inevitable happens,
will put you behind schedule for the entire week. Super productive people
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they will use Monday to set up their own week. Super productive people take into account the human resources required and schedule appointments right away so they don’t have to chase people later in the week. A colleague asked early for help is much more likely to respond and act than someone who is
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Tattoos have long been a means of expressing individuality, but the art form has become more mainstream in recent years. It is no longer unacceptable to have one or even multiple tattoos, and you will see tats prominently displayed on the bodies of people in virtually every walk of life. Why have tattoos become so popular? What is it about them that draws people in? I visited with a few experts in the area’s tattoo industry to see if I could find out.
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Maher has seen the transformation of the tattoo industry firsthand. “It’s really become mainstream. It all started way back when Miami Ink was on TV,” she said. “It got in people’s faces and the industry exploded.” At Tailwind, Maher sees more women than men embracing tattoos. “I think women are just more used to used to changing their appearance often,” Ellie speculated. “It seems to me that most guys are more reluctant to make a sudden change, but that’s only my theory.” Ellie sees people initially drawn to tattoos based on the desire to commemorate a life experience, such as the loss of a loved one,
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achieving a goal. “Once they get that meaningful tattoo out of the way, the next ones become more about what’s pleasing to the eye,” she said. Along with her husband, Aaron, Ellie believes they can tattoo any style. “Aaron and I tattoo differently and we match our clients with the better person for the job,” she said. “We’re not in it to compete with each other; we’re in it together.” Ellie likes the personal accountability that comes from having only two artists. “We’re solely responsible for each tattoo that walks out of here.” More information on Tailwind Tattoo can be found at tailwindtattoo.com.
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shopdinelive.net Addictions Tattoo & Piercing Trent Balvitsch is one of three owners of Addictions Tattoo, one of the most popular tattoo parlors in the region. Although Trent has always been into art, he was initially resistant to becoming a part of the tattoo industry. It wasn’t until a relative got Trent a job judging a tattoo competition in Minneapolis that he became hooked. Trent has also watched the industry transform itself. “It’s definitely changed since the 80s and 90s,” he said. “You get to see all walks of life, all ages, basically everyone is getting tattooed now and it’s definitely not as taboo as it once was, which is a great thing.” For Trent, the job is all about the people. “You get to meet quite a few interesting individuals working in this industry and we wouldn’t have it any other way,” he explained. The ability of a tattoo to express the individuality of an individual is the part of tattooing that intrigues Trent the most, and why he thinks people are so drawn to tattoos. “It is the uniqueness of the tattoos themselves and the fact that no one can take away the meaning of a specific tattoo,” he explained. “Whether it’s for remembrance or because you really like that cartoon character, it all means something different to different people.” Addictions has been operating in Fargo for 21 years. It is the family atmosphere of the shop that keeps customers coming back. “We’ve always had such a steady staff that loves to make our clients feel like they belong,” Trent said. “There’s no reason you should walk into a business and feel like the odd man out.” More information about Addictions Tattoo & Piercing can be found at addictionstat2.com.
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Noy Bounvongxay has been a tattoo artist for over 18 years and is the coowner of Golden Dragon Tattoo. He is admittedly “crazy about art,” and has used that passion to build a shop that is one of the most popular in the city. Like Ellie and Trent, Noy believes it is the act of expression that brings so many people through the doors of Golden Dragon. “It’s all about the art,” he explained. “If you have a passion for art, you have to love the art of tattooing.” Although Noy admits that some people use tattoos to advertise negative things like gang affiliation, he sees most people as coming from a place of sincerity and sentimentality. Golden Dragon prides itself on treating its customers like family. “We want everyone to feel at home when they come here,” Noy said. “We talk to them and share ideas so we can get to know everyone as our friends.”
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Noy believes that it is that friendly touch that drives their customer base and keeps people coming back. “All of our customers are part of the Golden Dragon family.” More information about the Golden Dragon Tattoo Parlor can be found at facebook.com/goldendragontat.
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