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Ready for the holidays

he holiday season, with its festive events and, of course, Black Friday and other shopping specials, is just around the corner. Before the snow really flies, it’s the perfect time to enjoy everything offered in the Magical City of Minot.

Not only the perfect city for family getaways and couples’ weekends, Minot is also a shopping and tourism mecca for Canadians, especially those from southern Saskatchewan.

Statistics Canada estimates there were 358,600 total person-visits from Saskatchewan to North Dakota in 2012 (the most recent year figures are available), with most of them (65.5 per cent) traveling for pleasure. More than half the visits were same-day trips.

While there are no direct flights from Canada to Minot, many people spend a day or two in Minot on their way to or from other destinations. The new passenger terminal at the Minot International Airport makes that option even more attractive. The airport offers excellent parking, and many Minot hotels also offer parking for those travellers, along with shuttle service to the airport.

The main way to get there from here is by road. If you drive yourself, it’s an easy afternoon’s drive of 244 miles or 393

kilometers from Regina to Minot. There are numerous border crossings dotting what is the longest undefended border in the world, several of them in Saskatchewan.

After spending some time at the recently renovated Dakota Square Mall, with its more than 100 stores, you can head down to Main St., and Minot’s historic downtown shopping district. There you will find a wide selection of shopping enticements, cooking shops, specialty clothing shops and jewelry stores you won’t find in Canada.

Minot has lots to offer, yet even with all the opportunities to sightsee and shop, there will still be room at an inn for visitors, with a total of more than 2,600 sleeping rooms available.

There’s a wealth of information on the Visit Minot website www.visitminot.org. Visitors can use the My Map feature of the website to select the places they are interested in visiting and add them all to a personalized map of Minot. The map includes contact information for each venue and is printable so it can be taken on the trip.

Don’t fret if you didn’t plan far enough ahead to print the map. Visitors can access the handy mobile site from anywhere.

The mobile site is very easy to navigate and can be accessed from any mobile smartphone or tablet device.

The website also features a link to valuable coupons, information on events happening in Minot, and information specific to Canadians at http://visitminot.org/canadian-info/.

And coupon books and all the information a visitor might need are also available at the Visitors Center.

There’s little point in shopping if you can’t take it home with you, and Canadians staying more than 24 hours can take advantage of some exemptions to the duties levied on For more information, visit www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/menueng.html.

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Just say ‘no’ - really Marijuana may be legal in Canada, but not so in North Dakota.

While recreational use of the drug is legal is several U.S. states, North Dakota is not one of them. In the Nov. 6 mid-term elections, North Dakotans voted down Measure 3, which would have legalized recreational marijuana use. The use of medical marijuana was approved in 2016, but the system is still not in place.

Canadian police are being diligent about checking for drivers impaired by drug use, and there may be longer waits than usual at the border.

To be on the safe side, just leave the hooties at home.

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inot’s merchants are rolling out the black carpet for holiday shoppers to take advantage of great deals on Black Friday.

Traditionally the Friday following the U.S. Thanksgiving is the day shoppers line up for a range of low-price deals on everything from toys to major electronics. This year, Thanksgiving is on Thur. Nov. 22, with the Black Friday shopping spree on Fri. Nov. 23.

The term “Black Friday” was first used way back in 1869 to describe a day the United States stock market crashed. Its modern connotation is quite a bit more upbeat — it’s now used in marketing to indicate the onset of the Christmas holiday shopping season. Ever since the start of the modern Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in 1924, the Friday after Thanksgiving has been known as the unofficial start to the holiday shopping season. The name “Black Friday” originated in the 1960s and refers to retailers moving from the “red” in their finances, to “black.” It references the days before computer spreadsheets, when accounting records were kept in written form and red indicated a loss; black a profit.

As retailers began to realize they could draw big crowds by discounting prices, Black Friday became the day to shop, even better than those last-minute Christmas sales. In Minot, many stores be opening their doors early and staying open late to meet their customers’ needs.

Canadians heading down to the Magic City of Minot will be sure to find that perfect gift or decorating item at the numerous stores at the Dakota Square Mall or in its historic downtown.

Black Friday kicks off with the annual Holiday Open House starting at 3 p.m. downtown. The event, sponsored by the Downtown Business and Professional Association, will feature more than 30 stores who will open their doors for the first sights, sounds and scents of the holiday season.

The Dakota Square Mall gets in the spirit with extended hours throughout the holiday season.

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and prizes. The first shoppers in line in the JCPenney Court will receive a retailer gift to kick-start their shopping. And, of course Santa will be there (see story ‘Santa at the Mall’).

Santa is a busy guy this time of year, and will also be downtown during the Open House. There will be various festivities at local businesses including pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus, dinner with Santa and Mrs. Claus at All Saints Episcopal Church, 301 S Main St., from 5 to 5:45 p.m., a candlelight procession with carolling down Main Street from 5:45 to 6 p.m., plenty of holiday goodies and beverages along Main Street, good old-fashioned hayrides from 3 to 8 p.m. and much more.

“The streets will all be decorated and the stores will have their lights on. They will have warm drinks, welcoming our shoppers downtown,” says Eric Hansen, a member of the board of the Minot Downtown Business & Professional Association.

A big attraction is the tree lighting ceremony taking place at 6 p.m. on Main St. just north of Central Ave., where the street will be blocked off for the event. It’s a major attraction says Hansen, adding there were more than 3,500 people in attendance last year. “It’ll be a festive occasion,” says Hansen.

Festive and fun, combined with Black Friday sales and events, make Minot the place to go this holiday season.

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Santa at the Mall That merry old elf himself, Santa Claus, will be at the Dakota Square Mall to the delight of young and old, and even their furry friends.

Santa will pose for photos and update his naughty or nice lists from Sat. Nov. 10 through to Mon. Dec. 24 in the JCPenney Court. He will be there Mon. to Sat. from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and on Sun. from 12-6 p.m. Except he will end his evenings early, at 7 p.m. on Nov. 10, 17, 24, Dec 1 & 8. Please note that Santa takes a break to feed the reindeer from 1 to 2 p.m. and from 5 to 6 p.m., Mon. through Sat., and from 3 to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Photo packages range in price from $24.99 to $49.99 (US).

Furry family members can even give Santa their lists for those desired chew toys on Monday, Nov. 13, 20 and 27, and Dec. 3 and 10 from 6-9 p.m. All pets must be on a leash or in a carrier.

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inot has room for you! There are currently 27 hotels/motels and a one-of-a-kind bed and breakfast, together offering over 2,600 sleeping rooms. Each property has its own unique amenities to suit your fancy and many of the long-standing properties have undergone complete

renovations to help you feel more at home.

The easy-to-use hotel availability feature on the Visit Minot website at www.visitminot.org can be big help when planning a trip. Catch a great deal on your next overnight stay on the Visit Minot website, http://visitminot.org/deals.

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A perennial favourite is Sleep Inn & Suites, which offers 176 deluxe guest rooms, 56 of which are suites, as well as the Splashdown Dakota Super Slides Water Park and a state-ofthe-art Convention Center, all connected to Dakota Square Mall.

With its addition in 2007, the hotel is now the largest in its chain, Choice Hotels. All rooms include a refrigerator and microwave, full access to Splashdown Dakota Super Slides Water Park, deluxe “Morning Medley” continental breakfast and free high speed wireless internet access. And, Fido and Missy are as welcome as their human friends, as the hotel is also pet friendly.

Seven meeting rooms include twin multi-media banquet/ event rooms, twin boardrooms with executive chairs and a presentation theater with seating for 60 classroom style. For those looking to relax, “The Best Kept Secret Lounge” is open every day except Sunday.

The Splashdown Dakota Super Slides feature three-storeyhigh waterslides, a children’s play pool, a 2,500-square foot activity pool and a 48-person hot tub.

A big bonus is that the Sleep Inn & Suites is connected to the Dakota Square Mall, making it easy to take in all the amenities and store at the recently renovated and expanded mall.

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id you know that, in addition to all its other attractions, Minot also offers many types of winter recreation activities all season long?

If you have the need for some winter recreation, Minot has it! Every winter the Souris Valley Golf Course and Oak Park are converted into one of the largest cross-country trails in the state of North Dakota. Its geographic design has a great mix of hills, straightaways and valleys to give skiers of all ages and levels of expertise a great experience.

Nestled in the middle of the Souris Valley, the golf course is a great place to experience the outdoors, while located in the heart of Minot.

Cross-country skis are available for rent by the Minot Park District. Those interested in renting skis can do so at Corbett Field in the warming house starting Dec. 15. Skis can be rented between the hours of 4 and 9:30 p.m. on Mon., Tues., Thu. and Fri. On Saturdays and Sundays, the skis can be rented between the hours of 2 and 9:30 p.m. The ski rental warming house is closed on Wednesday.

The Minot Park District warming house is located at 13th Street S.E. and the East Burdick Expressway (behind Corbett Field). Rental skis are to be used on Minot Park District Property only and cost $7 skis. Trails are groomed at the Souris Valley Golf Course, Oak Park and the Bison Plant when snow conditions allow.

Looking to try your skills on the ice? Minot has indoor and outdoor ice rinks for all your skating desires! Stop by the Maysa Arena to skate indoors during its public skating hours. Those interested in renting skates can do so at the Maysa for just $4.

Be sure to check the Park District website at http:// minotparks.com for available indoor rink times.

The Roosevelt, Corbett Field and Polaris park rinks all feature an outdoor ice skating rink. Patrons can bring their own skates and take to the ice for free! On Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday the outdoor rinks are open from 4 to 9:30 p.m.

On Saturdays and Sundays, patrons may skate outdoors from 2 to 9:30 p.m. and the outdoor rinks are closed on Wednesday. The Roosevelt Park rink is located across from Roosevelt School on 215 2nd Street S.E. Corbett rink is behind Corbett Field at 13th Street S.E. and the East Burdick Expressway, and the Polaris Park rink is located at 712 26th Ave N.W. The three outdoor facilities are open from Dec. 15 to Feb. 15, weather permitting.

If you are looking to ride a snowmobile during the winter months, then the city of Minot has your fix! Travelers to the ‘Magic City’ are encouraged to check out the many sno-trails in and around

Minot. These sno-trails have a total of 351 miles moving through the many counties in our region.

From early December through the end of March, trails are open contingent on rideable snowfall. For information on the latest trail conditions check out the North Dakota interactive trail map online to see when trails were recently groomed. (http://www. parkrec.nd.gov/recreation/snowmobile/wheretoridesnow.html) From cross-country skiing to ice skating and snowmobiling, Minot has the outdoor recreational activity for you. Brighten up the winter season with laughs and memories in Minot!

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While there are currently no direct flights from Regina to Minot, Rick Feltner, airport director says many Canadians drive down to catch their holiday or business flights.

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to the two major carriers’ hubs in Minneapanad Train olis (United) and Denver (Delta), while Allecould giant provides direct flights to Las Vegas, across North Phoenix, Miami and other hot spots.

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Driving from Saskatchewan to Minot isthat we, and an easy afternoon trip, and making con-are doing ac nections to elsewhere is now even easierCP presiden and more pleasant than ever before with The train the opening of the new passenger terminaland Canada food banks, in 2016.

Almost three years after the grand open-of hunger is ing of the new terminal, the Minot International Airport still gleams.

“We’re really proud of the new facility and we’ve worked really hard to ensure it stays sparkly and new,” Feltner says.

Work on the multi-million dollar new facility was completed in Feb. of 2016. With approximately 125,000 square feet, it is the newest and largest terminal building in the state of North Dakota. It has been welcoming increasing numbers of travellers since it opened; in 2017, the airport served more than 298,600 passengers.

“It’s really a state-of-the-art facility in many ways,” says Feltner.

In addition to its six gates, the new ter-kilometres minal also offers numerous amenities, in-150 commu cluding a restaurant and bar, free wirelessMinot on Su Internet, more than 1,400 parking spacesMain Street with plug-ins available in the long term lot,www.cpr.ca through Fac and even a video arcade.

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The train that helps feed the hungry

anadian Pacific Railway’s (CP) Holiday Train is the little engine that not only could, but does, help feed communities across North America, including North Dakota.

Minot has a rich history relating to railroads and soon a train of a truly modern sort will stop in the Magic City. Since 1999, two special Holiday Trains — one in Canada and one in the U.S. — have travelled the tracks during the holiday season to raise awareness of the fight against hunger and the importance of nutritious food, and to collect food and dollars for those in need. Last year, it’s estimated that more than $1.5 million (CDN) and 300,000 pounds of food were raised for local food banks and food shelves. Everything raised in each community stays in that community, and CP also makes donations at each stop The Holiday Train program began as an CP employee initiative, and the two special trains have raised more than $14.5 million (CDN) and 4.3 million pounds of food since their inaugural journeys back in 1999.

“The momentum we see in the Holiday Train from year-to-year reinforces the good that we, and our partners at the food banks, are doing across North America,” Keith Creel, CP president and CEO said in a news release.

The trains chug across the United States and Canada raising money and food for local food banks, and helping increase awareness of hunger issues. They travel roughly 10,000

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Mac McLeod, the executive director of the Minot Area Homeless Coalition, says the train provides a valuable service.

“Though many people come out to see the

Though many people come out to see the train because of its uniqueness, decked out in all the lights, which is amazing, it is more so to raise awareness of the hunger need that exists.

Mac McLeod kilometres each year, visiting more than 150 communities. The U.S. train will stop in Minot on Sun., Dec. 16 at 6:30 p.m. at the Main Street crossing. Details are available at www.cpr.ca/holiday-train/united-states, and through Facebook and Twitter.

train because of its uniqueness, decked out in all the lights, which is amazing, it is more so to raise awareness of the hunger need that exists,” he says.

Last year, CP donated $6,000 to the Coalition, and more than 1,500 pounds of food

was donated. The Coalition doesn’t keep the largesse collected, but passes it along to a number of organizations.

“Instead of it going to one organization, it goes out to 11 different organizations that receive the blessing that comes from CP Rail and that way you get to more people than doing it just one place. So, yes, that cheque that they present to us, that $6,000 (US) would go a long way, but we believe in collaboration, and we work with every one of these organizations,” McLeod says.

Last year, the food donation went to the Lord’s Cupboard Food Pantry; this year it will go to the Salvation Army.

MacLeod says, it is unfortunate that what are called soup kitchens are still needed, and the donations from the Holiday Train will help ensure that there is heartier food provided instead of just soup and a sandwich.

“It helps us to continue to do what we’ve been doing, but to do it at a higher rate than we were doing before. People get a whole meal, it’s not just soup and a sandwich; it’s a meal,” he says. All of the organizations the

Coalition contributes to are all not-for-profit organizations and not government funded.

And, he points out that the need is yearround, not just during the holiday season.

Each Holiday Train is about 1,000 feet long, and is made up of 14 rail cars decorated with hundreds of thousands of technology-leading LED lights and holiday designs.

Each has one modified boxcar that has been transformed into a travelling stage for performers. This year’s performers will be The Trews and Willy Porter. The concerts are free, but attendees are encouraged to make

a donation to the local food bank — either a non-perishable food item or a cash donation.

The arrival of this Holiday Train is eagerly awaited by everyone, with families and friends bundling up and heading down to the tracks to see the train, enjoy a festive evening and donate money or food for the food bank to directly help their neighbours.

It’s the Christmas spirit and the North Dakota sense of community all wrapped up into a heart-warming bundle of Yuletide joy.

Santa may have to trade in his reindeer and take the train!

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Upcoming Events

November 17 Festival of Trees North Dakota State Fair Center, 2005 Burdick Expy. E, Minot, 6-9 p.m.

An evening on the town with an auction for superbly decorated trees along with some amazing gift packages. All proceeds go to benefit the Dakota Hope Clinic.

November 17 Holiday Peddlers & Vendors Minot Municipal Auditorium, 420 3rd Ave. SW, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

A number of different vendors gather for a gigantic vendor event. Includes crafters, handmade, and handcrafted items, home-based business vendors, food, beer garden and wine tasting and more.

Join the Downtown Merchants to celebrate Christmas at the annual Christmas tree lighting, Santa, hay rides, carollers, sidewalk sales, music and much more.

November 17 HighAir Ground Trampoline Park Celebrates Two Years HighAir Ground Trampoline Park 1210 4th Ave. NW, 10: 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Help celebrate with cake, ice cream floats, games, and door prizes $10 jumps all day and $6 for kids ages 7 and under. Sun., Nov. 18, is Buy 1 pass get the 2nd at half price.

November 17 and 18 Studio X presents How The Grinch Stole Xmas Minot State University Ann Nicole Nelson Hall, 500 University Ave. W, 2 p.m.-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.

Come see what these girls, boys and instructors have worked so hard for. Prices vary.

Nov. 23, 25 and 30, Dec. 1 and 2 Mouse River Community Players Present A Christmas Story 115 1st St. SE. Humourist Jean Shepherd’s memoir of growing up in the midwest in the 1940s. Prices vary.

Nov. 17 and 24, Dec. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Make Your Mark, Buy a Brick Roosevelt Zoo Fundraiser Roosevelt Park Zoo 1219 Burdick Expy. E, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Do you have someone hard to buy for? Get them the gift of a memory at the Roosevelt Park Zoo. 4x8 in. brick for $100; 8x8 brick for $200.

All proceeds go toward the new habitats for tigers and lions.

November 17 to December 27 Santa Claus at Dakota Square Mall Dakota Square Mall, 2400 10th St. SW, Mon. to Sat. 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun. 12-6 p.m.; until 7 p.m. on Nov 10, 17, 24, Dec 1 & 8 Visit Santa in the JC Penney Court Pet Nights: 6-9 p.m. on Mon., Nov. 13, 20, 27, Dec. 3 & 10.

November 17 Minot HOG Chapter Hosts Annual Santa Rides a Harley Magic City Harley-Davidson, 6701 Hwy 83 S., 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Have your picture taken with Santa and his Harley-Davidson. $10 suggested donation gets you either (1) 8x10 or (2) 5x7 photos. Proceeds go to the Domestic Violence Center in Minot.

Toys and non-perishable food items will be collected for the Domestic Violence Center.

Children ages 12 and under can register to win a new bicycle.

November 18 Lutheran Campus Ministry 10th Annual Chili Feed & Auction Christ Lutheran Church, 502 17th St. NW, 5-7 p.m.

Come support LCM’s ministry at Minot State University. Freewill offering at the door. Live auction begins at 5:45 p.m. There’s a silent auction, too.

Eat delicious chili and vote for your favourite.

November 19-21 Minot State University’s Northwest Arts Center presents Bashful Vessels Minot State University Northwest Arts Center, 500 University Ave. W, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

The Center presents Bashful Vessels, ceramic sculpture by Wansoo Kim, Americas 2017: All Media Best of Show winner, in the Walter Piehl Gallery November 19-21 Minot State University’s Northwest Arts Center presents Energy And Flow Minot State University Northwest Arts Center, 500 University Ave. W, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

The Center presents Energy and Flow, paintings by Hooshang Khorasani, in the Walter Piehl Gallery.

November 22 2018 Magic City Turkey Trot Location to be announced, 9-11 a.m.

Magic City Figure Skating Clubs Synchro teams host the 5th Annual Trot, a 1-mile fun run/walk and 5k run/walk. This is an un-timed, fun run/walk.

November 23 A Merry Downtown Christmas Open House Downtown Minot, 3-8 p.m.

November 23 Black Friday Sales and events in various locations.

November 24-25 Minot’s Annual Gun Show North Dakota State Fair Center 2005 Burdick Expy.

E, Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Join the Minot Rifle & Pistol Club and Longshots for the 47th Annual Minot Gun Show. Admission is $5; children age under 12 enter free. Food available.

November 24 Minot’s 1st Annual Christmas Luau Sleep Inn & Suites, 2400 10th St. SW, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Shop from over 40 booths at the Luau Craft and Vendor Show.

November 24 Bee Gee’s Tribute Band: Staying Alive Canada Minot State University Ann Nicole Nelson Hall 500 University Ave. W, 7-10 p.m.

The Minot State University Choir hosts Staying Alive Canada, a Bee Gee’s tribute band. Prices vary.

November 25 The Preacher’s Daughters Sweet Hymns of Joy North Dakota Tour First Baptist Church 200 3rd St. SW, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Amanda & Korissa will share favourite Christmas songs and hymns, along with stories to delight.

Everyone welcome. Offerings to the Preacher’s Daughters ministry accepted.

November 28 SIX APPEAL Holiday Performance Minot State University Ann Nicole Nelson Hall, 500 University Ave. W, 7-8 p.m.

Minot State University and MSU Life welcome SIX APPEAL, an a cappella vocal band, for a holiday performance. This event is free and open to the public.

November 29 Late Night Thursdays Downtown Minot Downtown Minot, 5-8 p.m.

Many of your favourite Downtown merchants are now open late on Thursdays.

November 29 and 30, December 1 Minot Chamber Chorale Renaissance Christmas Feast North Dakota State Fair Center 2005 Burdick Expy.

E, 7-9:30 p.m.

Join Lady Pamela, Lord Eric, and the royal court as they kick off the Christmas Season with music, carols, festive skits, and lots of fun and laughter. Doors open at 6 p.m. for the silent auction, cash Bar, and coffee bar. Tickets are must be purchased in advance.

November 30 Magic City Drift Busters Snowmobile Club Convention & Vendor Show Clarion Hotel & Convention Center 2200 Burdick Expy. E, 5-10 p.m.

The vendor show, featuring crafts, foods, snowmobiles and more is free to the public.

December 1 and 2 Minot Flea Market North Dakota State Fair Center, 2005 Burdick Expy. E., Sat. 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

The Flea Market is the biggest of its kind in the state of North Dakota. Featuring antiques, collectibles, homemade crafts, products, and foods. Admission is $1, children ages 10 and under enter free.

December 1 Magic City Misfits Presents: Santa Claus Conquers The Martians Sleep Inn & Suites 2400 10th St. SW, 7-10 p.m.

Come and celebrate the Christmas spirit with the screening of Santa Claus Conquers The Martians in the Theater Room at Sleep Inn and Suite. Tickets are $5.

December 4 and 5 Magical Medora Christmas in Minot Minot State University Ann Nicole Nelson Hall, 500 University Ave. W, 7:30-9:30 p.m.

The show will feature vocal performances by Emily Walter, Jared Mason, Job Christenson, and Chad Willow.

December 8 Christmas At The Zoo Roosevelt Park Zoo, 1219 Burdick Expy. E, 1-4 p.m.

The day will feature Santa, crafts, hayride, zoo keeper chats and more.

December 8 Minot Symphony Orchestra Concert Minot State University Ann Nicole Nelson Hall 500 University Ave. W, 7:30-9:45 p.m.

Celebrate the holidays with our annual Holiday Pops concert.

December 16 Lorie Line 2018 Holiday Concert Tour Minot State University Ann Nicole Nelson Hall 500 University Ave W, 3-4:30 p.m.

Lord of Lords is a sequel to last year’s show and features the Pop Chamber Orchestra and a guest vocalist along with her concert grand piano at centre stage.

December 16 CP Holiday Train Main Street crossing, 6:45-7:15 p.m.

Featuring, The Trews and Willy Porter.

December 27 Winter Zoo Camp Roosevelt Park Zoo 1219 Burdick Expy. E, 9 a.m.-12:59 p.m.

Brace yourself for Roosevelt Park Zoo’s Winter Zoo Camp January 18-20 Fight The Frost Indoor Inflatable Carnival North Dakota State Fair Center 2005 Burdick Expy.

E, Minot, Fri. 3-9 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Kids of all ages will enjoy three days of jumping on inflatables. Featuring more than 25 inflatables, including six obstacle courses and a designated kiddie land. Prices vary.

January 30 to February 1 47th KMOT Ag Expo North Dakota State Fair Center 2005 Burdick Expy.

E, Wed. and Thur. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

This the midwest U.S. largest indoor farm show. Free.

For an updated calendar of events and more information about Minot: http:// visitminot.org.

While every effort is made to ensure that the information in this listing is correct, details may be subject to change. Please confirm dates, times and admission fees before attending.

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