Feb 10 Monday
“The Art of Making Do: Folk Culture and Heritage of Germans From Russia” is now on exhibit at the North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum in Bismarck.
This exhibition, showcasing the ingenuity and resilience of German Russian immigrants through their folk culture and heritage, is a partnership of the Tri-County Tourism Alliance and the State Historical Society of North Dakota. “The German Russian immigrants left an indelible mark on North Dakota and our current world,” said Bill Peterson, director of the State Historical Society of North Dakota. “We all recognize the importance of that community and the lessons they have left us if we just take the time to look.”
Before sustainability practices like repurposing, reusing, and recycling became widespread, resourceful German Russian immigrants relied on these techniques to build new lives on the prairie. “The Art of Making Do” highlights how these homesteaders transformed their surroundings through traditional skills brought from the old country, crafting textiles, embroidery, woodcarvings, and ironwork that shaped their homes and communities.
While many early folk art pieces have been lost, the traditions, trades, and skills embodied by German Russian immigrants continue to thrive. Enjoy historical and contemporary folk art and metalwork from Logan, McIntosh, and Emmons counties, and the State Historical Society collections. The exhibit will remain on view through September 2025.
The ND Heritage Center & State Museum is open Monday-Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday-Sunday, from 10 a.m.to 5 p.m. Admission is free. Find upcoming events at history.nd.gov/events.
Sign-up starts at 7:30pm
Open Mic hosted by Travis Neros
All music, readings, comedy, etc are allowed
Come hangout! :)
Feb 11 Tuesday
Each week a new game testing your knowledge in music, science, history, film, literature, geography, current events, pop culture, sports and more. With a new and unique themed twist each week.Maximum team size of 6.Beer and Pride to the top teams, and a pair of Comedy tickets given away each week to one random team.
Join Concordia Vocal Jazz at Brewhalla for an evening of jazz solo singing!
Featuring more than 20 singers from Concordia's three Vocal Jazz ensembles, you'll enjoy a wide variety of great Jazz standards.
There is no cost to attend this event. Food and drinks will be available for purchase from Drekker Brewing Company or any of the Brewhalla vendors.
Feb 12 Wednesday
February is Heart Month, and we’re celebrating with a fun-filled Preschool Discovery Hour at Gateway to Science on February 12 & 15 from 9:00 AM to 9:45 AM! Bring your little learners for hands-on activities that explore the wonders of hearts, health, and a little bit of physics, too!
Activities Include:Mobius Heart ValentinesObstacle Course with Heart Rate MeasurementsYear of the Snake Paper Chain of Goals & Dreams for 2025Static Electricity with Balloons & Heartsand more!
On Saturday, February 15, we’ll have a guest storytime reader to celebrate our founder, Frank Koch’s birthday!
Open Mic Comedy in the Cellar
Up to 25 comedians3 or 5 minute sets
Every Wednesday NightSign-up 7:30, show 8pm
Free Event!21+STAGE TIME IS NOT GUARANTEED
The CellarUnderground Comedy ClubBelow Front Street TaproomDowntown Fargo
Feb 13 Thursday
Join us for a medieval celebration of winter’s beauty and the artistry that can be created from the most magical of materials—snow! Snow Much Fun brings together talented sculptors, and nature enthusiasts for creativity, craftsmanship, and winter wonder. Watch as massive blocks of snow transform into intricate, larger-than-life sculptures that celebrate both the natural world and human imagination. Stop on out on Giving Hearts Day & grab yourself a cup of FREE hot chocolate while supplies last! Create & take home your very own sword!Be sure to tag us in all your pictures with the snow sculptures! #SnowMuchFun