The Fargo Beat Fargo-Moorhead Social & Word of Mouth Network April 28, 2011

“The most important single ingredient in the formula of success is knowing how to get along with people.” -Theodore Roosevelt

SOCIAL th • 8 ANNUAL ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY EXPO – April 28, 2011, with a Pre-conference Workshop on April 27, 2011 in Fargo, ND. The day includes a morning of presentations by AT providers and vendors. There is a registration fee of $30 for these sessions and lunch. Scholarships are available to individuals with disabilities on a first-come, first serve basis. The AT Expo runs 11:00am-6:00pm and is free and open to the public . Over 60 vendors and service organizations are expected. More information on presentations, vendors, and how to register for this event can be found at www.atexpo.org or by contacting Jenny Davis at 1-877-760-2939 (701-526-3454) or email [email protected] . • Red Raven Espresso Parlor Grand Reopening Celebration – Sat 4/29, 916 Main Ave, Fargo. Full espresso bar, weekly events, a used book store, gallery and more. Events include a seed and plant exchange at 6pm, a group bike ride at 8pm, and music from 9- 11pm. • Valley Vintage Car Show – Sat 4/30 10am-8pm and Sun 5/1 10am-4pm, Fargo Civic Center. $7 at the door, kids 12 and under free. • Musical May Basket: Tribute to Frank Sinatra – Sun 5/1, 4pm, Fargo Theatre. Nostalgic, romantic sounds of the FM Kicks Big Band and David Ferreira’s tribute to the songs of Frank Sinatra. Tasty bites provided by Ramada Plaza & Suites following the concert in the theatre Lobby, complimentary with ticket purchase. Cash bar available. $20 Reserved tickets. Ringadingding, baby. • Japanese Earthquake & Pacific Tsunami Relief Dinner – Wed, May 4, 6 pm, The HoDo Restaurant. A Japanese-influenced menu with proceeds going to the Red Cross. Call 478.1000 for reservations – search on Facebook to find the menu. • University of Mary Fargo Alum Networking Social – Thurs 5/5, 5-7pm,The Winery. For just $5/alum or $7/non-alum, you’ll get the opportunity to network with other U-Mary alum from around the Fargo area while enjoying some free appetizers and wine.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Through the weekend • B.T. and Jamey Stone – 4/28, 4/29, & 4/30 Courtney’s Comedy Club. College and military “half-off” night Thurs 4/28.

Thursday April 28 • Apache Dropout – 10pm, The Aquarium • Alison Scott – 8:30pm, The HoDo • At the Emporium & Tripwire – 9pm, Windbreak Saloon

Friday, April 29 • Gabriel Iglesias – Fri 4/29, Fargo Theatre. – SOLD OUT • Monroe Crossing w/ Tucker’d Out – 7pm, Fargo Moorhead Community Theatre • Carmen the Cactus – 9pm, Spirits Lounge at the Holiday Inn Fargo • Down Lo with Deploi – 9pm, The Nestor • Skyline – 9pm, Big D’s • Poitin – 10pm, Dempsey’s

Saturday, April 30 • Leo Kottke – 8pm, Fargo Theatre • Carmen the Cactus – 9pm, Spirits Lounge at the Holiday Inn Fargo

FARGO THEATRE www.fargotheatre.org for show times • The Company Men (R) – This inspiring, humorous and heartwarming film follows a downsized corporate high roller (Ben Affleck) as he redefines himself as a husband, father and as a man. Also stars Kevin Costner, Chris Cooper, and Tommy Lee Jones. • Jane Eyre (PG-13) – Mia Wasikowska (Alice in Wonderland) and Michael Fassbender (Inglourious Basterds) star in a bold new adaptation of Charlotte Bronte’s timeless story.

PLAINS ART MUSEUM th • The 15 Annual Spring Gala, “Masterpiece Masquerade” – Sat., 5/7, 7pm–1am. Go incognito with an evening of masks, costumes, and spectacle. Wines by Happy Harry’s, food by Mosaic Foods, music by Betty Does, and lots more. Get your tickets by 4/22 and save $10. http://www.plainsart.org .

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS NETWORK www.fmwfchamber.com/ypn www.ndyp.net • YPN New Member Social – Wed 5/11. Holiday Inn. Whether you are new to the YPN or you’ve been a member for a while, this event is a great opportunity to build relationships with other young professionals while learning how to make the most of your YPN membership. Attendees will:
Find ways to get involved with the program
Network with other young professionals in a relaxed environment
Have the opportunity to market their business, products and services There is no cost to attend this event, but registration is required. • YPN Happy Hour – Wed 5/11, 5:15pm, Spirits Lounge located inside the Holiday Inn. Mingle with other young professionals in this relaxed, social setting. Complimentary appetizers, beverages are on your own. Free to attend. • YPN Tour of the North Dakota Center for Sleep – Thurs 5/12, 4 to 5:30 p.m. Join us as we learn about one of the most important parts of our lives: sleep! We will learn about what healthy sleep actually means, what could be preventing you from a good night’s rest, things to try at home and when to seek professional help for sleep problems. We will also explore what poor sleep does to our health and economy. The North Dakota Center for Sleep will provide attendees with complimentary appetizers and beverages. The tour is free and for current YPN members only. Registration is required. • Corporate Cup – Thu 5/26, 4-9pm, MSUM – LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER YOUR TEAM IS APRIL 30 – Join the area business community and engage in some friendly competition. Get your team of 15 or less people together and prove your business has what it takes! There will be two divisions this year: Competitive (hardcore competitors) and Recreational (fun-loving competitors). Please indicate which division you would like your business to participate in when you sign up at the Chamber’s website. www.fmchamber.com • 2nd Annual Great Plains Young Professionals Summit – 6/15-6/17, Fargo. Preparing our work force for the future is a priority of The Chamber. We are proud to host the 2011 Great Plains Young Professionals (GPYP) Summit with the North Dakota Young Professionals Network, held right here in Fargo Moorhead. The Summit will bring together hundreds of young professionals and area leaders from around the region and feature keynote speaker, Bill Rancic, one of the world’s most extraordinary and respected entrepreneurs. Since hearing "You’re Hired" and becoming Donald Trump's original Apprentice, Rancic has gone on to a conduct a highly-successful business career. Early Bird Registration - $99 by 5/1, $119. Detailed info at: www.GPYPsummit.com

SPORTS www.gobison.com www.msumdragons.com www.gocobbers.com www.fargoforce.com www.fmderbygirls.com • Rock City Riot Championship bout! – Sat 4/30, Alerus Center in Grand Forks. The men of Rock City Riot will be bouting on April 30th to determine who the champion of the 2010-2011 season is! Will it be the "Hip Check Murphy's" or the "Quad Brawlers"? It's really anyone's bout as both teams are tied in the season record!! The Riot will be skating in a double header at the fantastic Alerus Center in Grand Forks with a start time of 6:30 p.m. After the men's bout you'll want to catch Fargo Moorhead's very own Fargo Furies of FMDG vs. the Grand Forks Sugar Beaters. Tickets are $12 in advance or $15 at the door. http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/06004670B490B944?artistid=1492381&majorcatid =10004&minorcatid=205

SHAMELESS PLUG • Rock City Riot is recruiting skaters! If you're 21+ and interested in playing in North Dakota's premier Men's Roller Derby League, You're in luck! Rock City Riot is recruiting skaters!! Come to Skateland (3302 Interstate Boulevard South, Fargo) Wednesday nights at 8 p.m. to check out a practice and meet some of the current Riot men. If you have questions about Rock City Riot and getting involved, you can email Juan 2 Many at [email protected] . "Like" them on Facebook and you call follow their every move! / Rock City Riot • Building Basics with Lowes and Habitat for Humanity – Sat 4/30 10-11:30am, Fargo Lowes. In the days leading up to Mother’s Day, construction crews of female volunteers will be pounding nails and raising walls at Habitat for Humanity construction sites across the country in recognition of National Women Build Week, 4/30–5/8. To help volunteers get a jump-start on their building skills, Lowe’s, underwriter of Women Build and sponsor of National Women Build Week, is hosting “how-to” clinics about power tool safety, roof shingling and siding installation. Free to attend and open to public. Families welcome. RSVP encouraged by visiting www.lakeagassizhabitat.org and registering on Volunteer Up or e-mail [email protected] • Old Car Seat and Bike Helmet Exchange – Fri 4/29 3-7pm and Sat 4/30 10am-2pm, Kohl’s. Bring your used, unsafe car seats and bike helmets and receive a $10 Kohl’s gift card for each car seat. Also, you will receive a new helmet (with $10 donation) for each old helmet you bring.

SHOUT OUT • The HoDo’s Sky Prairie on The Roof bar will open this Friday 4/29! (Pending clear skies.) • Congrats to the folks at Absolute Marketing Group! They recently won two gold awards at the AAF district 8 competition in Minneapolis. They were the only company from AAF-ND to win a gold award at the competition. Snaps!! (Plus they are celebrating their 5th birthday this week. So big!) • Looking at building a house or just want some decorating ideas? Check out the Spring Parade of Homes going on April 30 through May 8. More information at http://www.hbafm.com .

GOOD CAUSE • Philanthropy by Design – Thurs 5/5, 5-7:30pm, Northern Home Furniture, 505 N. Broadway, Fargo. Bring your girlfriends and enjoy an evening of wine and hors d’oeuvres while bidding on fabulous silent auction items. All proceeds from Philanthropy by Design support the work of the Women’s Fund Endowment, a permanent component of the FM Area Foundation. The Women’s Fund Endowment awards grants each year to area non-profits that support three areas of focus: children in the need of care, economic well-being of women and their families, and opportunities for women in leadership. Tickets are $40 and can be purchased at Northern Home Furniture, through Women’s Fund volunteers, or online at www.areafoundation.org . • The Red River Valley Asperger – Autism Network is having a charity ride on 6/12 and is in need of sponsors and donations. For more info, contact [email protected] .

DOWN THE ROAD • Pitch, Hit, and Run Competition – Sun 5/8, 1-5pm, MSUM. Hosted by the Fargo Jaycees, the Pitch, Hit, and Run competition is intended to encourage youth participation and emphasize the “fun” element of baseball competition. There is no registration fee, so every boy and girl, ages 7-14 will have a chance to complete. Participants will compete in three important aspects of baseball/softball: pitching, hitting, and running. For more information or to register your child, please email [email protected] . • Diva Dance Workshop – Sat 5/14, 1800 21 st Ave S, Fargo. More info at www.divadance.com . • Fargo DigiGirlz Camp – 8/2 – 8/4. A summer camp for girls in grades 7 – 10. www.ustechsregister.com/digigirlz2011/registrationselect.aspx?ev=4800 .

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