Community Calendar

Checkmate meets charcuterie for a night of STEM and fun.

Join us on Tuesday, September 15, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM at North Dakota’s Gateway to Science for an evening of chess, learning, and light charcuterie.

What to Expect:
Learn Chess – Get lessons and tips from Todd Wolf, whether you’re new to the game or looking to sharpen your skills.
Put Your Skills to the Test – Practice what you’ve learned and challenge others to a game.
Enjoy Charcuterie– Relax and enjoy light charcuterie throughout the evening.

Pre-Registration Required
This Gateway After Dark event is for ages 18+

$25 per person

Author and historian Bill Bleyer presents an illustrated lecture tracing the Roosevelt family's first summers at Oyster Bay through the building of Sagamore Hill, the house T.R. designed as his ideal home - and the place that served as his Summer White House. Free and open to the public.

The Study's Fall Virtual Humanities Programs
September–November 2026

Learn from nationally recognized scholars, bestselling authors, historians, and educators this fall through The Study's live virtual humanities programs. Choose from multi-week classes, lectures, book talks, living history performances, and Study Clubs exploring history, literature, democracy, philosophy, writing, science, and the arts. Attend from anywhere in North Dakota via Zoom.

The Study's Fall Virtual Humanities Programs
September–November 2026

Learn from nationally recognized scholars, bestselling authors, historians, and educators this fall through The Study's live virtual humanities programs. Choose from multi-week classes, lectures, book talks, living history performances, and Study Clubs exploring history, literature, democracy, philosophy, writing, science, and the arts. Attend from anywhere in North Dakota via Zoom.

An inclusive program with a specifically designed adaptive curriculum, ADC provides children of all abilities with a therapeutic dance experience. Students are given the tools for a successful exploration of dance while being in a safe environment. Students will gain increased body awareness, develop fundamental motor skills, improve self-esteem, concentration and focus, and have fun expressing themselves creatively.

Adaptive Dance Dates - Fridays 5:45-6:15
Session 1: 9/4-10/9 - no class 9/25
Registration Required - $47
https://northernplainsdance.org/adaptive-dance/

We’re excited to celebrate International Observe the Moon Night with families and Moon enthusiasts of all ages! Join us for an evening of lunar science, space exploration, and hands-on activities as we celebrate our closest celestial neighbor.

Take a closer look at the Moon through telescopes, learn more about NASA’s upcoming Roman Space Telescope mission, and discover the science behind space exploration.

Event Highlights:
Telescopes and Moon viewing
Planetarium dome shows
Roman Space Telescope activities
Moon Mission challenges and scavenger hunt
And more!

Date & Time: September 18, 6:00–8:00 PM
Location: North Dakota’s Gateway to Science

Free to the public | Come look up, learn more, and celebrate the Moon with us!

Make your first dance unforgettable with professional wedding dance lessons designed to turn a meaningful tradition into a moment you’ll truly remember. Our 4-week Wedding Dance Workshop series introduces a different dance style each week, giving you the opportunity to explore what feels natural, comfortable, and right for you as a couple. Whether you’re envisioning something romantic, classic, or a little more playful, each session is designed to help you discover your perfect fit for the big day.

No experience is necessary—our lessons are thoughtfully paced for all levels and focused on helping you feel confident, comfortable, and connected every step of the way. You’ll be guided in a supportive, encouraging environment where learning feels easy and enjoyable, not stressful or intimidating.

By the end of the series, you’ll walk away with more than just choreography—you’ll have a first dance that feels authentic to you and a shared experience that sets the tone for your wedding celebration. Reserve your spot today and create a first dance that’s truly your own.

8/28-9/18- Fridays 6:30-7:30

Registration required - $60 for an individual or $120 for couples

https://northernplainsdance.org/adult-classes/

The Study's Fall Virtual Humanities Programs
September–November 2026

Learn from nationally recognized scholars, bestselling authors, historians, and educators this fall through The Study's live virtual humanities programs. Choose from multi-week classes, lectures, book talks, living history performances, and Study Clubs exploring history, literature, democracy, philosophy, writing, science, and the arts. Attend from anywhere in North Dakota via Zoom.

The Family History Workshop is a one-day genealogy workshop. Breakout sessions run in four concurrent tracks, including a Beginner Track for those new to or interested in genealogy, a featured main speaker, and everything in between, giving attendees a wide variety of topics to choose from.

The registration fee includes session attendance, a workbook containing outlines and handouts from all sessions, vendor booths, light refreshments, and a catered lunch.

Join us downtown Fargo for the Red River Market. Shop from 60+ local vendors, including produce, meat, eggs, bakery, pantry items, household goods, and art.

Visit the Market:
Saturdays*, 10am-2pm
July 11- October 31
Broadway Square
201 Broadway, Downtown Fargo
*Except July 18th - the market will take place on Sunday, July 19th due to the Downtown Street Fair

Red River Market’s mission is to create a place where all people can experience the joys of local food.

We accept SNAP/EBT and match up to $15 per person! Visit the Red River Market information booth to learn more.

Visit redriver.market to view updates to programming and vendors.

*This event is a program of Folkways - a community nonprofit creating belonging in the Fargo-Moorhead Area.