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Ready to Read Storytime
2026-04-15 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | West Fargo Public Library
Join us for this free Storytime hour for kids 3 – 5 and their adults, where we read, write, talk, play, sing, and create together to practice early literacy skills.

Ready to Read Storytime at the West Fargo Public Library is designed to help preschoolers (ages 3 – 5) build the skills they need to become confident, independent readers through fun, engaging activities that kids and their grown-ups can enjoy together.
Each week, we explore a theme through books, songs, movement, crafts, and play. These activities support important early literacy skills, while also encouraging social-emotional growth, creativity, and self-expression.
Ready to Read Storytime is more than just reading together. It’s about helping kids build routines, make connections, and see how stories are part of the bigger world around them. Join us in a safe, welcoming space where learning is joyful and every child can grow through play and discovery.
Ready to Read Storytime is free and open to the public. No registration is required to participate in these events.

Little Leapers
2026-04-15 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-04-12 10:00 - 11:00 | SkyZone
Little Leapers is a fun, high-energy play adventure created for parents and little ones to enjoy together.
You’ll love watching your child bounce, climb and explore in a safe environment while interacting with similar age children and learning about sharing, teamwork, and other important social skills.
Bond, make memories and watch your Little Leaper thrive.
Tickets: $12
Adults jump FREE! *SkySocks not included
*For ages 7 & under

Storytime (Winter/Spring 2026)
2026-04-15 10:00 - 10:30 | Fargo Public Library – Carlson
The Fargo Public Library has several storytime sessions available for families to spend quality time sharing stories, learning school-readiness skills, and preparing children for a lifetime of reading. Through the use of age-appropriate stories, songs, and fingerplays in a group setting, staff help parents and caregivers learn how to foster early literacy skills that prepare their children to learn to read.
Main Library – Jan. 26 to Apr. 6 (No Storytime Feb. 16)
Mondays at 10 a.m.
Mondays at 11 a.m.
Northport Branch – Jan. 27 to Apr. 7
Tuesdays at 10 a.m.
Carlson Library – Jan. 28 to Apr. 8
Wednesdays at 10 a.m.
Wednesdays at 11 a.m.
For more information on this or any other library program, please call Children’s Services at 701.241.1495 or send Children’s Services an email.

Early Literacy / No Registration Required / Storytime / Young Children

Crafternoons
2026-04-14 15:00 - 16:30 | Fargo Public Library – Northport
Makers ages 15 and younger are welcome to stop by the Carlson or Northport Libraries twice a month to get their craft on! Crafts will be available the 2nd and 4th weeks of the month. During the scheduled weeks, the fun begins at 3 p.m. and keeps going until 4:30 so join us (note the same project will be presented at both locations). All materials provided.
Thank you to the Friends of the Fargo Public Library for their generous support of the Crafternoons program!
For more information on this or any other library program, please call Children’s Services at 701.241.1495 or send Children’s Services an email.

Craft / Families / No Registration Required

Little Sliders Club @ Slick City
2026-04-14 10:00 - 11:00 | Slick City ND, 3430 Jacks Way S, Fargo, North Dakota, 58104
Little Sliders Club is a weekly morning program at Slick City Action Park for children ages 7 and under. Kids ages 7 & under explore the Junior Jungle and our bouncy air courts. Each session features toddler-themed music. Please note: anyone over age 7 is not permitted to participate during these hours, including parents. Parents may supervise only. CitySocks are required.

Storytime (Winter/Spring 2026)
2026-04-14 10:00 - 10:30 | Fargo Public Library – Northport

Tuesdays for Toddlers at the Plains Art Museum
2026-04-14 09:30 - 11:00 | Plains Art Museum
Exciting news! We’re going on a field trip to the Plains Art Museum! A time for young children and their grown-ups to foster creativity and imagination through Librarian-led stories and songs and hands-on art activities provided by Museum Staff. Each month we will offer a unique theme and a new art project for kids to create and take home. Suggested for children ages 2 to 5. Register at www.plainsart.org for the current month. Stories and art project repeat during the month.
Plains Art Museum at 9:30 a.m.
704 1st Ave N, Fargo, ND 58102
Thank you to the Friends of the Fargo Public Library for their generous support of the Crafternoons program!
For more information on this or any other library program, please call Children’s Services at 701.241.1495 or send Children’s Services an email.

Craft / Early Literacy / Registration Required / Summer Reading Program / Young Children

Crafternoons
2026-04-13 15:00 - 16:30 | Fargo Public Library – Carlson

Monday Matinee at West Fargo City Hall
2026-04-13 13:30 - 15:30 | West Fargo Library-Satellite Location, 2515 6th St. E, West Fargo, North Dakota, 58078
A free movie screening experience at City Hall, hosted by the West Fargo Public Library.
These events are free and open to the public. However, please consider the posted movie ratings when choosing which films to attend.
Film presentations licensed through Movie Licensing USA – Swank Motion Pictures.

Storytime (Winter/Spring 2026)
2026-04-13 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-04-13 10:00 - 10:30 | Fargo Public Library (Main)

The Shark is Broken
2026-04-12 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-04-11 19:30 - 21:00 | Stage West Studio, 300 Sheyenne Street, West Fargo, North Dakota, 58078
A comedic, behind-the-scenes look into the making of Jaws written by Joseph Nixon and Ian Shaw.
The historic first summer blockbuster movie is being filmed – but no one working on the film would know it. Dive deep into the tumultuous, murky waters of the making of a major motion picture with dueling co-stars, unpredictable weather and a shark prop whose constant breakdowns are looking like an omen for the future of the movie. The short tempers and short circuits of Jaws stars Robert Shaw, Richard Dreyfuss, and Roy Scheider take center stage as they bond, argue, drink, gamble and pray for an end to the film shoot, not knowing it will change their lives forever.
The Shark is Broken contains depictions of alcohol and smoking, and includes some strong language and mild adult themes.
Performed at: Stage West Studio (300 Sheyenne St Suite 120, West Fargo, ND 58078). General Admission tickets; first-come, first-served seating.
April 10-12, 16-19, & 23-25 at 7:30pm

Attendance is limited to 60 people per performance.

Adults – $25.00
Seniors – $22.00
Students – $20.00

All seats are general admission; first-come, first-served seating.

Spring Style After Hours-Presented by SCHEELS Visa
2026-04-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Scheels Home & Hardware, 3202 13th Ave S, Fargo, ND
Spring Style After Hours is back!
Join SCHEELS Home & Hardware for an exclusive shopping experience filled with fashion, fun, and one-night-only savings.
Grab your friends and enjoy an evening featuring: Exclusive giveaways One-night-only tiered discount sale A portion of proceeds benefiting Hope Blooms
Tickets$25 per personYour ticket includes a $25 SCHEELS gift card given to you at the door.
Early Access for VISA Cardmembers:Tickets go live Tuesday, March 10th at 9:00 AM for a limited number of Cardmember purchases. To participate, log in to your account and save your SCHEELS Visa card to verify eligibility.
Not a Cardmember yet? Apply today and unlock early ticket access plus other perks: scheels.com/visacard
General Public Tickets: Thursday, March 12th at 9:00 AM
Get ready to step into spring style!

The Sound of Music
2026-04-12 14:00 - 15:30, 2026-04-11 19:30 - 21:00 | NDSU Festival Concert Hall
𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑺𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒅 𝒐𝒇 𝑴𝒖𝒔𝒊𝒄A Theatre NDSU and Challey School of Music Co-Production7:30 p.m. April 9 – 11, 20262 p.m. Sunday, April 12NDSU Festival Concert HallTickets: ndsu.showare.com or 701-231-7969
This April, Theatre NDSU and the NDSU Challey School of Music proudly present 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘚𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥 𝘰𝘧 𝘔𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘤, the iconic tale of love, hope, and resilience! The musical follows Maria, a young nun who is sent to the Von Trapp family to serve as governess for seven unruly children. While there, Maria teaches the children to sing and gradually captures the heart of Captain Von Trapp, only to have their world splintered by the invasion of the Nazis.
Based on the true story of the Von Trapp Family Singers, 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘚𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥 𝘰𝘧 𝘔𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘤 reminds us that hope can be found and transformed into courage, and with heartfelt compassion and determination, every mountain can be climbed. Come experience this beloved musical and let your heart be filled with the sound of music!
Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for seniors, and $10 for students (all ages, including children). Visit ndsu.showare.com or call the Box Office at 701-231-7969 to reserve your seats. All seating is general admission.
NDSU students get in FREE. Present your ID at the door or fill out this quick Google form to reserve them in advance (make sure you are logged into Google with your NDSU email, NOT your personal Gmail): https://bit.ly/SoundOfMusicNDSU

Beginner Sourdough Class
2026-04-12 13:30 - 15:30, 2026-04-11 13:30 - 15:30 | Fargo, Fargo, North Dakota, 58102
🍞Beginner-Friendly Hands-On Sourdough Bread Class coming to Fargo! 🍞
Hey Fargo friends! I’m excited to announce I’ll be hosting several small, intimate sourdough bread classes at a private residence in Fargo, ND! (Address will be provided upon booking!)
📅 Dates: April 7th – 12th
🕜 Time slots (choose one): 1:30 PM or 6:30 PM
👥 Group size: Only 15 spots per session (small & personal!)
💰 Cost: $59 per person
Perfect for total beginners! In this fun, hands-on class you’ll learn:
✅ Mixing, shaping, and baking your dough
✅ A stress-free method—no daily feedings, no discard. Feed your starter only when you’re ready to bake!
✅ Step-by-step instructions as we go from starter to golden, crusty loaf.
✅ A taste of warm, fresh-baked sourdough (yum!).
✅ Your very own low-maintenance starter to keep the bread baking going at home.
✅Scoring techniques for that gorgeous crust!
Walk away with dough to bake the next day at home, new skills and tools, recipe confidence, and lots of sourdough love! 🥖❤️

Neighbor Days
2026-04-12 12:00 - 17:00 | SheyWest, 225 40th Ave West, West Fargo, ND
Come and celebrate Neighbor Days with SheyWest on April 11th and 12th, 2026.
Enjoy 10% off pre-orders of trees, shrubs, and perennials.
Receive free annual flowers with a special promo coupon for May delivery.
Try our refreshments and treats from the Watering Can.
Make memories with your kiddos on our putting green!

Glow Jump
2026-04-11 20:00 - 22:00 | SkyZone
Light Up The Night
We’re different after dark. Lasers, music and blacklight transform the whole park into a crazy jumping dance club. Waivers are required for all persons entering the park during Glow.
Tickets: $30
*Ages 8+

Parents Night Out @ YMCA
2026-04-11 16:30 - 19:30 | Schlossman YMCA, 4243 19th ave S, Fargo, ND, 58103, United States
Ages 6 weeks – 14 years | 4:30 – 7:30 pm | Sat
Parents – need a night away from the kids? Take a well-deserved break and at the same time feel confident that your little ones are safe and having the time of their lives interacting in physical activities and games. They will have a blast in places like the Aquatic Center (Fercho), Climbing Wall (Schlossman), Gymnasium, PlayTown, and more! There’s an option to add a healthy meal for $7/child as well.
Please register at least one week in advance – it helps us with planning!

Members $20/child
Non-members $30/child – Call 701.293.9622 for a discount.
$5 discount for an additional child

Swedish Meatball Dinner
2026-04-11 16:30 - 19:00 | MOORHEAD MASONIC FAMILY CENTER
Come to the Moorhead Masonic Family Center, 1815 11th St N Moorhead for the Swedish Meatball Dinner on Apr 11 from 4:30-7. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for 10-5, Free 4 and under.

Stars to Starfish: Dragon Explorers Experience
2026-04-11 16:00 - 18:00 | MSUM Planetarium
Get TWO amazing experiences with just one ticket!
Join the Dragon Explorers Club to enjoy exclusive experiences found only at Minnesota State Moorhead!
The Stars to Starfish experience is geared towards early-middle elementary and up.
Feeding Frenzy Oceanarium Experience*
Step behind the scenes for an exclusive look at what it takes to care for the oceanarium’s incredible marine residents. This guided experience follows a typical feeding routine, giving participants a close-up view of animal care in action. You’ll learn how specialized diets are prepared, discover fun facts about the species in our care, and a lucky few will have the chance to assist in feeding select animals. It’s an immersive, hands-on adventure perfect for anyone curious about life beneath the waves.
*Oceanarium feedings include the use of shellfish. If you or someone you are purchasing a ticket for has a shellfish allergy please email MarineLab@mnstate.edu to discuss risks.
Stars to Starfish Planetarium Experience
Join us for our exclusive fulldome feature: Stars to Starfish JR! In this immersive underwater and space adventure, we join Starry the Starfish and Red the Lobster as they compare the exploration of our universe with the exploration of our Earth’s oceans. This program underscores the importance of our home’s last great resource.
Afterward, we will take a cosmic tour through our own night sky as we see it from right here in Moorhead. We will find some familiar constellations you can go out and look for yourselves!
Schedule:
4 pm – Show time in the Planetarium!
The Planetarium is located on the first floor of Bridges Hall, room 167.
Head there first to get taken away to the depths of the ocean and the far reaches of space!
5 pm – Wrap up at Planetarium, start heading toward the Oceanarium
The Oceanarium is located in the basement of Langseth Hall, room 005.
5 pm – Feeding Frenzy in the Oceanarium
Head there next to get your hands-on experience with the residents of the only Oceanarium in the area!
6 pm – Program end. Thank you for coming, and be sure to come back soon!

Spring Garden Social
2026-04-11 13:00 - 16:00 | Baker Garden & Gift
Ready to make this your best garden season yet? Your garden season starts here! Come spend the afternoon with us at our Spring Garden Social, a free event designed to set you up for your best garden yet.
Get the first peek at our fresh spring annuals, then swing by our Drop-In Consultations — our landscape, container design, and gardening specialists will be there all afternoon, ready to answer questions or dig into your plans with you.
Bring your ideas, your sketches, or just your questions. We’ll have supplies at our Sketch & Plan Station so you can map out your season before you leave. Coloring sheets for little ones and refreshments for everyone.

Kid Quest: Great Art Free for All
2026-04-11 13:00 - 16:00 | Plains Art Museum
It’s our final session of the season, Kid Quest: Great Art Free for All! It’s time to put all of our artistic knowledge to use as we explore the galleries again and make any project we want using our leftover art supplies from previous projects. Let’s get those creative juices flowing!
Kid Quest is a FREE family program for ages! This event features activities that help you explore the Museum galleries, local community booths, and an opportunity for artmaking in the Center for Creativity.
Community Engagement programs are made possible with funding from Xcel Energy Foundation, Alex Stern Family Foundation, Otter Tail Corporation Foundation, and Kiwanis Club of Fargo

Open Hours at MSUM Oceanarium
2026-04-11 12:00 - 16:00 | MSUM Oceanarium
Looking for a family-friendly weekend activity? Want to step out of the cold and into an oceanic world? Then look no further than our Saturday open hours!!!
Join us in the Lower Level of Langseth Hall and see our over 50 different species of organisms that make up our oceans!

When: Saturdays from 12pm to 4pmWhere: The Lower Level of Langseth Hall
$5 per person, cash or check only at door. Tickets can be purchased ahead of time at the MSUM box office. Students a part of the Metro College Alliance get in free with valid ID.
For those needing an accessible entrance, an elevator is available to bring you to the lower level.

Defy Gravi-Tea Party
2026-04-11 11:00 - 12:00 | Fargo Public Library (Main)
Have a Wicked for Good Time with other fans! Enjoy themed snacks and crafts, and test your wicked knowledge. Dressing up as, or inspired by, your favorite character is encouraged! This event is open to All Ages: Older Kids, Teens, and Adults

All Ages / Craft / Movies / No Registration Required

Spanish Language Storytime
2026-04-11 11:00 - 12:00 | Fargo Public Library (Main)
Educator Mónica Olivares will share stories, songs, and activities in Spanish that celebrate the rich cultures of Latin America. Children will build vocabulary, develop early literacy skills, and explore traditions from Spanish-speaking countries. Perfect for bilingual families and learners alike!
For more information about this program, call Children’s Services at 701.241.1495 or email Children’s Services.

Early Literacy / No Registration Required / Storytime / Young Children

Next Chapters: Book Explorers Storytime (K - 3rd Grade)
2026-04-11 10:30 - 11:30 | West Fargo Public Library
A unique storytime opportunity for young readers in grades K – 3.

Next Chapters: Book Explorers is an elevated storytime for kids in Kindergarten through Third Grade that introduces new and early readers to books that will help them continue to make successful steps in their reading journey. Easy Readers, Non-Fiction Picture Books, and Chapter Book series will be focused on in these sessions.
