EVENT LINK: https://larl.libnet.info/event/13745120

FEE: Free

Norwegian Heritage Series: Lefse Factories in Clay County

Tuesday, October 14
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Join us Tuesday evenings in October to learn about local Norwegian history, with Petra Gunderson-Leith. This week's presentation will be about lefse factories in Clay County, past and present!

Join us to learn about local Norwegian history with Archivist Petra Gunderson-Leith, from the Historical and Cultural Society of Clay County. This installment will be about Lefse: a nostalgic holiday treat that connects many Scandinavian Americans to their roots. For many, that connection comes from the process of making lefse, but for many others, it comes from simply eating it. For decades, lefse factories have existed locally to help keep the tradition alive. Fifty years ago, an army of local women at Norwegian Maid Lefse in Ulen kept the supply going. Today, you can get your fix from Carl’s Lefse in Hawley or Freddy’s in West Fargo.
The presentation is open to all ages, and free-of-charge. Registration is not required.

This learning series is part of the annual One Book, One Community project. For more information on this year's title and events, visit 1book1community.org/.

EVENT LINK: https://larl.libnet.info/event/14457852

FEE: Free

"The Thirteenth Crime" with author Janet Preus

The Ghosts of Injustice in Frontier Otter Tail County

Wednesday, October 15
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Minnesota author Janet Preus takes us back in time to 1887's Ottertail County and the true events surrounding the death of Lillie Field in her book "The Thirteenth Crime."

Minnesota author Janet Preus takes us back in time to 1887's Ottertail County in her book "The Thirteenth Crime." Come along as we delve into the true story of Lillie Field and her untimely death at the hands of another. Decide for yourself if Lillie's ghost still roams this plain, begging for her story to be told. Q&A and book signing to follow the presentation.

Admission is free, thanks in part to funding from the Minnesota Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.

EVENT LINK: https://fmkicksband.com

FEE: $20.00

John DiFiore Toast Concert by Kicks Band of Fargo Moorhead

The FM Kicks Band Toasts long-time Fargo-Moorhead musician and original FM Kicks Band member John DiFiore. DiFiore once lived in NYC performing with the Glenn Miller and Jimmy Dorsey Orchestras and the MAME National Tour. John is a long-time FM musician and original member of the Kicks Band, blowing with the FM Kicks since 1975.

We toast John DiFiore with his stories, friends, and music. FM Kicks Band will feature John, and all the musicians of the FM Kicks Band.

EVENT LINK: https://larl.libnet.info/event/13745226

FEE: Free

Norwegian Heritage Series - The Hopperstad Stave Churches

Tuesday, October 21
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Join us Tuesday evenings in October to learn about local Norwegian history, with Petra Gunderson-Leith. This week's presentation will be about Hopperstad Stave Churches, including a local replica.

Join us to learn about local Norwegian history with Archivist Petra Gunderson-Leith, from the Historical and Cultural Society of Clay County. This installment will be about the Hopperstad Stave Churches. There were anywhere from 900 –1000 stave churches built in Norway from the end of the Viking Age to the mid-14th century. Today, there are just 28 stave churches still standing in Norway. One of these churches is the Hopperstad Stave Church, located in Vik in the Sognefjord. Thousands of miles from the Fjords of Norway, on the banks of the Red River, is a replica of the Hopperstad, built by Guy Paulson in the 1990s. Influenced by his Norwegian heritage, Paulson spent five and a half years carving, painting, and building this unique structure.
The presentation is open to all ages, and free-of-charge. Registration is not required.

This learning series is part of the annual One Book, One Community project. For more information on this year's title and events, visit 1book1community.org/.

EVENT LINK: https://www.hcscconline.org/historyhustle5k.html

FEE: Registration— $40 for adults, $25 for children age 4 through 12, and free for children under 4

HCSCC presents History Hustle 5k

October 25, 2025
Starts at 8:30am

We are excited to announce the return of the History Hustle 5K Fundraiser on October 25, 2025, starting at 8:30am at the Hjemkomst Center.  The course begins at the Hjemkomst Center, then follows the river to Homestead Park, and concludes back at the Hjemkomst Center. This exciting event offers a unique opportunity for community members to come together in support of local history and culture while enjoying a fun and active morning. 

Participants will receive complimentary admission to the museum, an exclusive event t-shirt, and a beautifully handcrafted medal, among many other surprises. This 5K is designed to be enjoyable for everyone, whether you're a seasoned runner or simply looking for a fun way to support a good cause. We are also encouraging participants to wear costumes of their favorite historical figures! Prizes will be awarded for best costume and other categories at 10am on the day of the race.

​Check-in and walk up registration will be available from 7am to 8:15am and the 5k itself will begin at 8:30am. We also encourage families to join in. Registration for this event is $40 for adults, $25 for children age 4 through 12, and free for children under 4. All participants 4 and older will receive a t-shirt. Strollers and pets are welcomed, but we ask that participants be mindful of others. Pets are required to be on a leash at all time.  
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In addition to the race, attendees will have the chance to tour the historic Bergquist Cabin, providing a glimpse into the area's rich heritage. This event is an excellent way for families, friends, and individuals to engage with the HCSCC and learn more about the cultural and historical fabric of Clay County.

*Tickets are non-refundable after purchase, even in the event of weather cancellation. Participants will receive t-shirt and medal if event is cancelled.

Questions?

Contact Communications Manager Levi Magnuson at levi.magnuson@hcsmuseum.org

EVENT LINK: https://larl.libnet.info/event/14462766

FEE: Free

"It Took Courage: Eliza Winston's Quest for Freedom"

with Author Christopher Lehman

Saturday, October 25
11:00am - 12:00pm

Join your library to hear about the true story of Eliza Winston and how she found freedom and escaped slavery in Minnesota as chronicled in Dr. Lehman's book "It Took Courage."

In 1860, Eliza Winston secured her freedom through a legal appeal after escaping enslavement in Minnesota. In “It Took Courage: Eliza Winston's Quest for Freedom,” author Christopher P. Lehman sets the record straight, separating fact from fiction and showcasing Eliza Winston’s remarkable battle for freedom. Join your library to hear from the author about his process writing the book, methods of research and get an overview of the people and places involved in Eliza Winston’s enslavement and how slavery existed in Minnesota in the time of Eliza's captivity. 

Admission is free thanks in part to funding from the Minnesota Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.

EVENT LINK: https://www.facebook.com/events/1523178825373110/

FEE: Free and open to the public; all ages welcome.

Masquerade Reception: Art Ghoullery 8

Come dressed in your Halloween finery for a masquerade reception celebrating the eighth iteration of The Rourke's fan-favorite exhibition, the Art Ghoullery! Enjoy tarot readings from Hexe Hilde, sensory tables from Leika Sensory Creations in the Children's Gallery, Cinemacabre selections in The Rourke Micro-Theatre, adult and youth costume contests, a special pop-up installation by Ghoullery artist and theatre designer Ian Scheele, spooky vinyl sets, and more!

Refreshments will be provided. Free and open to the public; all ages welcome.

This event is presented in part by generous support from Silver Goat Media.

EVENT LINK: https://larl.libnet.info/event/13745308

FEE: Free

Norwegian Heritage Series - Speaking the Language

Tuesday, October 28
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Join us to learn about local Norwegian history with Archivist Petra Gunderson-Leith, from the Historical and Cultural Society of Clay County. This installment will be about the Norwegian language in Clay County. Generations after families immigrated to the United States, the Norwegian language continued to be spoken in communities around Clay County. The language being spoken was not stagnant or stuck in the 1800s; instead, it evolved to become a unique form of American Norwegian that varied from community to community. This phenomenon was documented by Norwegian scholars at universities in Norway and America. In Clay County, the evolution of one language group was documented by Orabel Thortvedt. Words like “fizzle-toot” meant “tattle-tale,” and an uninvited guest was called a “snultre jest.”
The presentation is open to all ages, and free-of-charge. Registration is not required.

This learning series is part of the annual One Book, One Community project. For more information on this year's title and events, visit 1book1community.org/.

EVENT LINK: https://larl.libnet.info/event/14743511

FEE: Free

Collage Workshop

Learn how to create a collage with a local artist

Tuesday, October 28
6:30pm - 8:00pm

Join us at the Moorhead Library for a Halloween-themed collage workshop, led by local artist Sacred Chaos! Check out the guest artist's work here.

Sacred Chaos creates intuitive, colorful collages from vintage magazines, comics, and books. The library will provide all collage materials, including old magazines and print, scissors, glue, and paper. Light refreshments will be provided for this free workshop. 

AGE GROUP: | Young Adults | Seniors | Adults |

Event Link: https://www.hcscconline.org

FEE: FREE and Open to the public.

Pangea: Cultivate Our Cultures 2025

November 15 from 10am to 6pm -

- Hjemkomst Center - Free

Join us for the 30th annual Pangea-Cultivate Our Cultures Festival, a free family-friendly event showcasing the cultural diversity in the Moorhead-Fargo community. Performances of music and dance from around the world begin at 10am and run through 4pm. Food from ten different cultures will be available for sale in the Food Court. Booths of artisans, cultural groups, and organizations serving newcomers will run throughout the building.

EVENT LINK: https://fmkicksband.com

FEE: $40

Portrait in Seven Shades 

Composed by Jazz at Lincoln Center reedman Ted Nash, the suite features seven movements, each inspired by a master of modern art who worked during the century that coincided with the height of jazz: Chagall, Dalí, Matisse, Monet, Picasso, Pollock, and Van Gogh.

EVENT LINK: https://www.lakeagassizwindsymphony.org

FEE: Free

TRADITIONS TRANSFORMED— Lake Agassiz Wind Symphony

Experience the magic of traditions reimagined with the Lake Agassiz Wind Symphony! Under the direction of Dr. Warren Olfert and Dr. Michael King, our talented musicians will take you on a journey where beloved classics meet fresh, new perspectives.

This exciting program features music by Percy Grainger, J.S. Bach, Oscar Navarro, and Ralph Vaughan Williams—composers whose works blend timeless tradition with vibrant transformation. From rich harmonies to lively rhythms, there’s something to captivate listeners of every age.

Admission is free—bring your family, friends, and neighbors to celebrate community, creativity, and the joy of live music!

EVENT LINK: https://fmkicksband.com/concerts/

FEE: $20

Big Band Bash

BIG BAND BASH featuring several of the area's big bands for a delightful day of jazz.

EVENT LINK: https://www.lakeagassizwindsymphony.org

FEE: Free

TRADITIONS TRANSFORMED— Lake Agassiz Wind Symphony

Experience the magic of traditions reimagined with the Lake Agassiz Wind Symphony! Under the direction of Dr. Warren Olfert and Dr. Michael King, our talented musicians will take you on a journey where beloved classics meet fresh, new perspectives.

This exciting program features music by Percy Grainger, J.S. Bach, Oscar Navarro, and Ralph Vaughan Williams—composers whose works blend timeless tradition with vibrant transformation. From rich harmonies to lively rhythms, there’s something to captivate listeners of every age.

Admission is free—bring your family, friends, and neighbors to celebrate community, creativity, and the joy of live music!

EVENT LINK: https://fmkicksband.com/concerts/

FEE: $15

All City High School Jazz Band Festival

Kicks Band of Fargo Moorhead is hosting its annual “All City High School Jazz Band Festival” featuring the local area high school jazz bands— featuring the F/M area’s upcoming young aspiring jazz musicians.

EVENT LINK: https://www.lakeagassizwindsymphony.org

FEE: Free

TRADITIONS TRANSFORMED— Lake Agassiz Wind Symphony

Experience the magic of traditions reimagined with the Lake Agassiz Wind Symphony! Under the direction of Dr. Warren Olfert and Dr. Michael King, our talented musicians will take you on a journey where beloved classics meet fresh, new perspectives.

This exciting program features music by Percy Grainger, J.S. Bach, Oscar Navarro, and Ralph Vaughan Williams—composers whose works blend timeless tradition with vibrant transformation. From rich harmonies to lively rhythms, there’s something to captivate listeners of every age.

Admission is free—bring your family, friends, and neighbors to celebrate community, creativity, and the joy of live music!