Community Calendar

Party for the Planet™ is AZA's signature Earth Day event and the largest combined Earth Day celebration in North America!
Party for the Planet at the Red River Zoo features a variety of Earth-friendly conservation activity stations, environmental demonstrations, and educational presentations.
In addition to our activities, Party for the Planet's goal is to increase public awareness of the conservation efforts of local organizations.
Join us from 11am-4pm for a fun day of earth-friendly activities!
As always, Red River Zoo members receive free admission to this event and do not need to pre-purchase tickets.

Traditional American folk dances: Reels, barn - dance squares, circle mixers and more... All are welcome: families, singles, couples
All dances are taught and easy to learn!
Note: this is an after hours event, come early if you would like to order from the menu.

Starry Night: A Celebration of Hope
Presented by Bartlett & West

Join us for an unforgettable evening of elegance, inspiration, and impact at Starry Night: A Celebration of Hope a semi-formal fundraising event benefiting Dream Center Bismarck.

Saturday, April 25 | Dream Center Bismarck | 1805 Park Avenue | Doors Open at 6 PM

Enjoy an elegant dinner, an inspiring program, live and silent auctions, and live music by OVEReducated. This special evening brings our community together under the stars to celebrate hope and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

More than an event, it’s an opportunity to change lives.

Purchase tickets online at: DreamCenterBismarck.org

For more information: 701.955.2150 Ext. 10 Doreen@DreamCenterBismarck.org

Dress semi-formal and come ready for a night that shines bright with purpose.

Traill County Arts Coalition set to exhibit the artwork of late Hillsboro artist John Carroll Pederson (1928-2025) April 16th – May 16th at “The Arts House” in Hillsboro, ND.

Hillsboro, ND – April 9th, 2026

The Traill County Arts Coalition will exhibit the work of the late Hillsboro artist John Carroll Pederson (1928-2025) April 16th- May 16th at “The Arts House” in Hillsboro, ND. The exhibit will feature a selection of Pederson’s work that will be for sale through silent auction during the exhibit. Proceeds from the auction will go towards an arts scholarship in John’s name.
John Carroll Pederson (1928-2025), a self-taught artist from Hillsboro, North Dakota, was a man whose life revolved around his passions for drawing and painting. From a young age, he was deeply inspired by the "homespun American life" depicted on Norman Rockwell's Saturday Evening Post covers. This admiration led to a defining moment in his life: a pilgrimage to Rockwell's home in Massachusetts, where he was welcomed as a guest and learned from the famous artist. John considered this week a high point of his life.
John's career was a tapestry of artistic pursuits. After serving in the Army, where he did some illustration work, he spent 15 years at Dakota Photo Engraving Co. in Fargo. He also applied his artistic skills to commercial work, painting billboard signs along I-29 and creating logos and nameplates for local newspapers. Around 1971, he began making a living as a full-time painter and taught adult education classes in Hillsboro. His fine art subjects were diverse, ranging from Abraham Lincoln and old comedians to airplanes and local Red River Valley landscapes.
“An Art-Filled Future” Artworks by John C. Pederson
April 16th – May 16th, 2026
Showings by Appointment Only
Open Houses: April 16th 10:00am-5:00pm
May 16th Reception 2:00pm – 4:00pm with Bidding Closing at 5:00pm

For More information contact:
Eric A. Johnson
Phone: 701-799-6518
Email: tcac701@gmail.com
Website: www.TraillCountyArts.com

FARGO, ND – Amped School of Music is excited to announce the launch of two new immersive, four-week rock band crash courses designed to get musicians playing live on stage. The new programs, the Nirvana Rock Band Crash Course and the Billie Eilish Rock Band Crash Course, are now open for registration and culminate in a live performance at the Troll Lounge in Fargo.
Both ensembles are geared towards teens and adults, with the suggested ages of 13+. Musicians under 13 who have demonstrated the proficiency to perform in a rock band are also welcome to join. The bands will meet for weekly Sunday rehearsals from April 12th through May 3rd, with the final performance scheduled for Thursday, May 7th.
The courses are open to vocalists, guitarists, bassists, drummers, pianists, and other instrumentalists with a basic knowledge of their instrument. Enrollment is not limited to current Amped students; any musician with a passion for live performance is welcome to join.
Registration for both courses is limited to ensure a quality experience for all participants. Interested musicians can find more details and secure their spot by visiting www.ampedschoolofmusic.com/rockband. The deadline to register is Wednesday, April 8th.

The Nature Record is the first comprehensive, independent, evidence-based assessment of how nature is doing in the United States and how changes in nature are shaping our lives, communities, and economy.

The public comment period for The Nature Record Assessment is now open. Come visit North Dakota's Gateway to Science to participate in nature based activities and add your voice to a public conversation with the authors of The Nature Record Assessment.

Traill County Arts Coalition set to exhibit the artwork of late Hillsboro artist John Carroll Pederson (1928-2025) April 16th – May 16th at “The Arts House” in Hillsboro, ND.

Hillsboro, ND – April 9th, 2026

The Traill County Arts Coalition will exhibit the work of the late Hillsboro artist John Carroll Pederson (1928-2025) April 16th- May 16th at “The Arts House” in Hillsboro, ND. The exhibit will feature a selection of Pederson’s work that will be for sale through silent auction during the exhibit. Proceeds from the auction will go towards an arts scholarship in John’s name.
John Carroll Pederson (1928-2025), a self-taught artist from Hillsboro, North Dakota, was a man whose life revolved around his passions for drawing and painting. From a young age, he was deeply inspired by the "homespun American life" depicted on Norman Rockwell's Saturday Evening Post covers. This admiration led to a defining moment in his life: a pilgrimage to Rockwell's home in Massachusetts, where he was welcomed as a guest and learned from the famous artist. John considered this week a high point of his life.
John's career was a tapestry of artistic pursuits. After serving in the Army, where he did some illustration work, he spent 15 years at Dakota Photo Engraving Co. in Fargo. He also applied his artistic skills to commercial work, painting billboard signs along I-29 and creating logos and nameplates for local newspapers. Around 1971, he began making a living as a full-time painter and taught adult education classes in Hillsboro. His fine art subjects were diverse, ranging from Abraham Lincoln and old comedians to airplanes and local Red River Valley landscapes.
“An Art-Filled Future” Artworks by John C. Pederson
April 16th – May 16th, 2026
Showings by Appointment Only
Open Houses: April 16th 10:00am-5:00pm
May 16th Reception 2:00pm – 4:00pm with Bidding Closing at 5:00pm

For More information contact:
Eric A. Johnson
Phone: 701-799-6518
Email: tcac701@gmail.com
Website: www.TraillCountyArts.com

Traill County Arts Coalition set to exhibit the artwork of late Hillsboro artist John Carroll Pederson (1928-2025) April 16th – May 16th at “The Arts House” in Hillsboro, ND.

Hillsboro, ND – April 9th, 2026

The Traill County Arts Coalition will exhibit the work of the late Hillsboro artist John Carroll Pederson (1928-2025) April 16th- May 16th at “The Arts House” in Hillsboro, ND. The exhibit will feature a selection of Pederson’s work that will be for sale through silent auction during the exhibit. Proceeds from the auction will go towards an arts scholarship in John’s name.
John Carroll Pederson (1928-2025), a self-taught artist from Hillsboro, North Dakota, was a man whose life revolved around his passions for drawing and painting. From a young age, he was deeply inspired by the "homespun American life" depicted on Norman Rockwell's Saturday Evening Post covers. This admiration led to a defining moment in his life: a pilgrimage to Rockwell's home in Massachusetts, where he was welcomed as a guest and learned from the famous artist. John considered this week a high point of his life.
John's career was a tapestry of artistic pursuits. After serving in the Army, where he did some illustration work, he spent 15 years at Dakota Photo Engraving Co. in Fargo. He also applied his artistic skills to commercial work, painting billboard signs along I-29 and creating logos and nameplates for local newspapers. Around 1971, he began making a living as a full-time painter and taught adult education classes in Hillsboro. His fine art subjects were diverse, ranging from Abraham Lincoln and old comedians to airplanes and local Red River Valley landscapes.
“An Art-Filled Future” Artworks by John C. Pederson
April 16th – May 16th, 2026
Showings by Appointment Only
Open Houses: April 16th 10:00am-5:00pm
May 16th Reception 2:00pm – 4:00pm with Bidding Closing at 5:00pm

For More information contact:
Eric A. Johnson
Phone: 701-799-6518
Email: tcac701@gmail.com
Website: www.TraillCountyArts.com

The 18th Annual Bis-Man Earth Day Festival is open to the public and will have activities for all ages. Admission is free. Some of the fun activities for youth include a family scavenger hunt, balloon animals, and make and take projects. There will also be door prizes, free trees, educational booths, and more. Enter your art in the recycled art contest for a chance at a prize. Make plans to be there and learn about what you can do to help our environment.

Check us out at https://www.facebook.com/BisManEarthDayFestival. For more information, contact Josh Steffan at josh.steffan@nd.gov or 701-328-5346.

Traill County Arts Coalition set to exhibit the artwork of late Hillsboro artist John Carroll Pederson (1928-2025) April 16th – May 16th at “The Arts House” in Hillsboro, ND.

Hillsboro, ND – April 9th, 2026

The Traill County Arts Coalition will exhibit the work of the late Hillsboro artist John Carroll Pederson (1928-2025) April 16th- May 16th at “The Arts House” in Hillsboro, ND. The exhibit will feature a selection of Pederson’s work that will be for sale through silent auction during the exhibit. Proceeds from the auction will go towards an arts scholarship in John’s name.
John Carroll Pederson (1928-2025), a self-taught artist from Hillsboro, North Dakota, was a man whose life revolved around his passions for drawing and painting. From a young age, he was deeply inspired by the "homespun American life" depicted on Norman Rockwell's Saturday Evening Post covers. This admiration led to a defining moment in his life: a pilgrimage to Rockwell's home in Massachusetts, where he was welcomed as a guest and learned from the famous artist. John considered this week a high point of his life.
John's career was a tapestry of artistic pursuits. After serving in the Army, where he did some illustration work, he spent 15 years at Dakota Photo Engraving Co. in Fargo. He also applied his artistic skills to commercial work, painting billboard signs along I-29 and creating logos and nameplates for local newspapers. Around 1971, he began making a living as a full-time painter and taught adult education classes in Hillsboro. His fine art subjects were diverse, ranging from Abraham Lincoln and old comedians to airplanes and local Red River Valley landscapes.
“An Art-Filled Future” Artworks by John C. Pederson
April 16th – May 16th, 2026
Showings by Appointment Only
Open Houses: April 16th 10:00am-5:00pm
May 16th Reception 2:00pm – 4:00pm with Bidding Closing at 5:00pm

For More information contact:
Eric A. Johnson
Phone: 701-799-6518
Email: tcac701@gmail.com
Website: www.TraillCountyArts.com