This week’s events in Fargo-Moorhead: Bonanzaville is back, Rick Springfield and Preacher Lawson take the stage
The week’s forecast is looking rainy — but there’s plenty to do in spite of the weather.
From bubbles galore and Star Wars to plants and live entertainment, here is this week’s (and weekend’s) roundup of all things to-do in the area.
Tuesday, April 30
It’s jazz-on-the-patio season already. On every last Tuesday of the month, Wild Terra in Fargo is hosting outdoor music. Pups are welcome.
Wednesday, March 1
Bonanza! Wednesday marks the start of the season for Bonanzaville museum complex. Black Coffee and Waffle Bar is hosting its monthly open mic on Wednesday for any type of storyteller.
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And the second annual Barnesville Day of Caring event is Wednesday as well. It’s meant to connect senior citizens with people willing to complete yard projects for them.
Friday, March 2
Gather ‘round, children of the ‘90s and 2000s: It’s rock night at Sanctuary Events Center on Friday. Cover bands will play Limp Bizkit, Alanis Morissette, Pearl Jam and Good Charlotte.
Brewhalla hosts its Plant Bash on Friday featuring flora from Florida.
Saturday, May 4
May the Fourth be with you! A Star Wars swing dance night is upon us Saturday (costumes are a must.)
It’s also Free Comic Book Day. Paradox Comics-N-Cards is celebrating. And Star Wars: A New Hope plays at the Fargo Theatre.
State of the Heart: in Fargo. Rick Springfield is playing a show promoting aortic health.
Buttercup and Blossom, move over — this is a job for Bubbles. At The Lights on Saturday, Bubblemania will include giant bubbles, art and bubble machines. Charlie Parr is performing at Fargo Brewing Company on Saturday.
Art and tacos meet at the Rourke Gallery and Museum’s Print Fest on Saturday, with original pieces (and food!) for sale.
The Shop and Sip Small Business Crawl includes eight local shops patrons can get cards stamped at. It’s also STEM Saturday for kids at the West Fargo Library.
Kentucky Derby fans can reserve tables for the big day at Sidestreet Pub and Grille.
Sunday, May 5
A Let Music Live concert (with tacos for Cinco de Mayo) is at St. John Lutheran on Sunday. Singles Game Night is Sunday at Ascension Church.
Comedian Preacher Lawson will be at the Sanctuary Events Center as part of his tour.
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