Community Calendar

Hillsboro, ND – November 3rd, 2025

The Traill County Arts Coalition will exhibit the work of the late Hillsboro artist John Carroll Pederson (1928-2025) November 13th- December 13th 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 Legacy” Artworks by John C. Pederson
November 13th – December 13th, 2025

Showings by Appointment Only

Open Houses: November 15th 10:00am-5:00pm
December 13th 10:00am-5:00pm
Reception 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Bidding Closes at 5:00pm December 13th

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

Join Prairie Public for a free documentary screening of the Academy Award-nominated film, “Porcelain War.”

🎬 About the film

As war ravages their homeland, three artists choose to stay in their native Ukraine, armed with their art, their cameras, and for the first time in their lives, their guns. A stunning tribute to the resilience of the human spirit, embodying the enduring hope and passion of ordinary people living through extraordinary circumstances.

✨WHEN: Thursday, December 4, at 6 p.m.

✨WHERE: North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum

This program is made possible by a grant from American Documentary | POV, with funding provided by the National Endowment for the Arts.

Join us for a family-friendly holiday tradition! Fraser, Ltd.’s Festival of Trees highlights Christmas trees sponsored and/or decorated by community businesses, organizations, and families. This event brings the community together to provide Christmas trees for families in need and helps financially support Fraser, Ltd.

Don’t miss:

🎅 Santa’s Mailbox – Bring your kids to drop off their letters to Santa in the big red mailbox. All ages are welcome!
🧤 The Art of Humanity Glove Drive – This holiday season, donate new adult warm gloves to support homeless youth and young adults. Donations can be dropped off at The Art of Humanity Tree during our festival or at Fraser, Ltd. (2902 South University Drive, Fargo).

Hillsboro, ND – November 3rd, 2025

The Traill County Arts Coalition will exhibit the work of the late Hillsboro artist John Carroll Pederson (1928-2025) November 13th- December 13th 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 Legacy” Artworks by John C. Pederson
November 13th – December 13th, 2025

Showings by Appointment Only

Open Houses: November 15th 10:00am-5:00pm
December 13th 10:00am-5:00pm
Reception 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Bidding Closes at 5:00pm December 13th

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

Folkways invites you to celebrate the holiday season at Christkindlmarkt! Join us for TWO WEEKENDS of festive cheer in the Outdoor Winter Wonderland, Gift Market, and Bier Hall with Drekker Brewing Company.

With food, live musical performances, art demonstrations, holiday treats, and activities for the kids, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Entry is $10 per adult, allows unlimited re-entry throughout both weekends. Kids 17 and under enter FREE. Tickets are valid for all six event days.

November 21st, 22nd, 23rd
Friday 12 - 9 pm
Saturday 12 - 9 pm
Sunday 12 - 6 pm

November 28th, 39th, 30th
Friday 12 - 9 pm
Saturday 12 - 9 pm
Sunday 12 - 6 pm

Full Event Schedule coming soon! Stay up to date and find more info on our website folkways.org/christkindlmarkt

Healing Harvest Market

Hosted by Valley Vital Medicine
First Friday of Every Month | 3-6 PM

Experience the Healing Harvest Market, a monthly community event celebrating faith, health, and the power of local nourishment. Join us at Valley Vital Medicine, Fargo’s trusted functional medicine clinic, for an afternoon filled with purpose, connection, and wholesome living.

Each month, the Healing Harvest Market brings together local farmers, artisans, and wellness-focused small businesses who are passionate about providing clean food, handcrafted goods, and resources for a healthier lifestyle. Shop fresh, connect with like-minded people, and support local families on their healing journeys, including those facing cancer and chronic illness.

Enjoy:
• A vibrant marketplace of local vendors and makers
• Health and wellness education from Valley Vital Medicine
• Opportunities to give back and make a difference in our community

We believe that wellness thrives when shared. Come gather around wholesome food, intentional living, and God’s creation and experience what it means to be part of a community that truly cares.

Invite your friends, family, and neighbors to join us for an uplifting market experience where faith, health, and community grow together.

The Masonic Building is having their pancake breakfast from 7-11 am. Cost is $10 for all you can eat buttermilk and swedish pancakes, sausage, and eggs at the Moorhead Masonic Family Center, 1815 11th St N Moorhead.

Join us for a family-friendly holiday tradition! Fraser, Ltd.’s Festival of Trees highlights Christmas trees sponsored and/or decorated by community businesses, organizations, and families. This event brings the community together to provide Christmas trees for families in need and helps financially support Fraser, Ltd.

Don’t miss:

🎅 Santa’s Mailbox – Bring your kids to drop off their letters to Santa in the big red mailbox. All ages are welcome!
🧤 The Art of Humanity Glove Drive – This holiday season, donate new adult warm gloves to support homeless youth and young adults. Donations can be dropped off at The Art of Humanity Tree during our festival or at Fraser, Ltd. (2902 South University Drive, Fargo).

Hillsboro, ND – November 3rd, 2025

The Traill County Arts Coalition will exhibit the work of the late Hillsboro artist John Carroll Pederson (1928-2025) November 13th- December 13th 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 Legacy” Artworks by John C. Pederson
November 13th – December 13th, 2025

Showings by Appointment Only

Open Houses: November 15th 10:00am-5:00pm
December 13th 10:00am-5:00pm
Reception 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Bidding Closes at 5:00pm December 13th

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

🎄 Step into a world of winter magic at the Red River Zoo’s Santa’s Snowfari! Santa will be visiting from 11a-2p just for you on two very special Saturdays in December! Bring your family and friends for a cozy, festive celebration full of fun activities, warm treats, and our amazing animals.

Red River Zoo members receive FREE admission. Santa Snowfari is a special event series and we will not be honoring membership reciprocity with other Zoos and Aquariums during the event.

For all others, adults are only $14.95, and children ages 2 to 14 are only $12.95. Children under 2 are free.

Event Highlights:

Meet Santa Claus! Share your holiday wishes and snap a picture!
📬 Letters to Santa: Write your letter to Santa, seal it, and send it off to the North Pole!
🛷 Sledding (if it snows!): Bring your sled for a whoosh down our snowy hill!
🐾 Animal Encounters: Meet some of our coolest animals up close!
🎁 Watch the Animals Open Their Gifts: See our animals unwrap their special holiday treats!
✨ Making Animal Enrichment: Craft fun items to engage and delight our animals!
🔥 Patio Fire & S’mores: Warm up by the fire and toast your own marshmallows for a gooey treat!
🎶 Christmas Music: Enjoy music around the zoo to set the holiday mood.
📖 Story Time: Gather ’round for heartwarming holiday tales with our storytellers.
🍿 Concessions: Tasty treats and warm beverages will be available for purchase!
Don’t miss the chance to make magical memories with your family at Santa’s Snowfari! Our animals and staff are excited to celebrate this joyful season with you. 🌟