Community Calendar

“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.

Set in turn-of-the century New York City, Newsies is the rousing tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy and leader of a band of teenaged "newsies." When titans of publishing raise distribution prices at the newsboys’ expense, Jack rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions and fight for what's right!
Inspired by the true-life Newsboy Strike of 1899 and adapted from the 1992 Disney film, Newsies features a Tony Award-winning score by Alan Menken (Little Shop of Horrors, The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast). Newsies is packed with non-stop thrills and a timeless message, perfect for the whole family and every audience.
June 22-26 & 29-July 2 at 7:30pm
TICKETS
VIP Tables
Includes tickets, a sharable charcuterie appetizer, and drink vouchers for four (must purchase entire table).
$240 - Seats for Four
Reserved Seating
Assigned chairs in reserved sections 100, 200 & 300
Adult - $28
Senior (65+) - $24
Student - $20
General Admission Seating
Non-assigned seating/placement; first-come, first-sat. Must bring own chair (no blankets allowed).
Adult - $18
Student/Senior (65+) - $15
Venue Info
NEWSIES will be performed at the Essentia Health Plaza at The Lights (3150 Sheyenne Street, West Fargo, ND, 58078). A public parking ramp is located on the north side of the venue.
Gates to the plaza will open at 6:45pm each night, showtime is at 7:30. Drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and concessions will be available before and during the performance.

Sign-up starts at 7:30pm

Open Mic hosted by Travis Neros

All music, readings, comedy, etc are allowed

Come hangout! :)

“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.

YFC peaches are tree ripened and hand-picked then shipped directly to Fargo for superior flavor. The microclimate creates concentrated flavor and sugar, making these peaches taste better than any other. Eat these juicy, plump peaches fresh or transform into pies, crisp, cobblers, smoothies, eat on top of ice cream, pancakes and French toast. Endless possibilities. Cinnamon roasted pecans are also available. Pre-order on our website. https://redriveryfc.com/event/peaches/ or just stop by the peach truck between 11-6. Your purchase supports local at-risk youth. Thank You!

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.

Set in turn-of-the century New York City, Newsies is the rousing tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy and leader of a band of teenaged "newsies." When titans of publishing raise distribution prices at the newsboys’ expense, Jack rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions and fight for what's right!
Inspired by the true-life Newsboy Strike of 1899 and adapted from the 1992 Disney film, Newsies features a Tony Award-winning score by Alan Menken (Little Shop of Horrors, The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast). Newsies is packed with non-stop thrills and a timeless message, perfect for the whole family and every audience.
June 22-26 & 29-July 2 at 7:30pm
TICKETS
VIP Tables
Includes tickets, a sharable charcuterie appetizer, and drink vouchers for four (must purchase entire table).
$240 - Seats for Four
Reserved Seating
Assigned chairs in reserved sections 100, 200 & 300
Adult - $28
Senior (65+) - $24
Student - $20
General Admission Seating
Non-assigned seating/placement; first-come, first-sat. Must bring own chair (no blankets allowed).
Adult - $18
Student/Senior (65+) - $15
Venue Info
NEWSIES will be performed at the Essentia Health Plaza at The Lights (3150 Sheyenne Street, West Fargo, ND, 58078). A public parking ramp is located on the north side of the venue.
Gates to the plaza will open at 6:45pm each night, showtime is at 7:30. Drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and concessions will be available before and during the performance.

“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.

YFC peaches are tree ripened and hand-picked then shipped directly to Fargo for superior flavor. The microclimate creates concentrated flavor and sugar, making these peaches taste better than any other. Eat these juicy, plump peaches fresh or transform into pies, crisp, cobblers, smoothies, eat on top of ice cream, pancakes and French toast. Endless possibilities. Cinnamon roasted pecans are also available. Pre-order on our website. https://redriveryfc.com/event/peaches/ or just stop by the peach truck between 11-6. Your purchase supports local at-risk youth. Thank You!

Set in turn-of-the century New York City, Newsies is the rousing tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy and leader of a band of teenaged "newsies." When titans of publishing raise distribution prices at the newsboys’ expense, Jack rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions and fight for what's right!
Inspired by the true-life Newsboy Strike of 1899 and adapted from the 1992 Disney film, Newsies features a Tony Award-winning score by Alan Menken (Little Shop of Horrors, The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast). Newsies is packed with non-stop thrills and a timeless message, perfect for the whole family and every audience.
June 22-26 & 29-July 2 at 7:30pm
TICKETS
VIP Tables
Includes tickets, a sharable charcuterie appetizer, and drink vouchers for four (must purchase entire table).
$240 - Seats for Four
Reserved Seating
Assigned chairs in reserved sections 100, 200 & 300
Adult - $28
Senior (65+) - $24
Student - $20
General Admission Seating
Non-assigned seating/placement; first-come, first-sat. Must bring own chair (no blankets allowed).
Adult - $18
Student/Senior (65+) - $15
Venue Info
NEWSIES will be performed at the Essentia Health Plaza at The Lights (3150 Sheyenne Street, West Fargo, ND, 58078). A public parking ramp is located on the north side of the venue.
Gates to the plaza will open at 6:45pm each night, showtime is at 7:30. Drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and concessions will be available before and during the performance.