OPEN Magazine: Issue 4 // Spring 2008

KATHLEEN ENZ FINKEN THE ART OF A DEAN

ENVIRONMENTAL FASHION with

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DAVID ADKINS

250+ WAYS TO GO GREEN! Issue 4 | Spring 2008

BRIGHT IDEAS TO IMPACT YOUR WORLD

MERITCARE AT 100

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DON LARSON

The Clear Choice for Heart Care

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hen the tests showed my heart problem would require surgery, you can bet I asked a lot of questions — and so did my family. I’m not one to go into any medical procedure uninformed. I was impressed with the MeritCare team’s responsiveness. But even more, I was impressed with the outcome. I had heart bypass surgery on Jan. 12, 2007, and 69 hours later was able to go home. Pretty amazing.”

— John

John & Anita Dobbs, Fargo, N.D.

Eight time 100 Top Heart Hospital When heart disease strikes, thousands of people from across the region turn to MeritCare Heart Center — and for good reason. For the eighth time in nine years, MeritCare Heart Center has been named a Thomson 100 Top Hospital®: Cardiovascular.

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26 David adkins From the life of a firefighter to the world of organic clothing, David Adkins is a man constantly evolving and adapting to his surroundings and abilities. Enter the world of a man that passionately shares the importance of family life, newfound community transplanted in Fargo, and a bright tomorrow.

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Georgia dawson East Central Judicial District Judge, Georgia Dawson, has nearly 20 years on the bench. A courtroom veteran, she’s full of experience and wisdom that makes her a good judge. But Georgia Dawson is more than the sum of cases she’s decided; she’s an excellent chef, an art collector, a traveler, the mother of three and the wife of a community-minded husband. And she brings those everyday, human experiences to the courtroom.

54 David martin David Martin was born into a family of educators and now as CEO of the Chamber of Fargo-Moorhead, he finds himself educating the world about what he calls “a very cool place to live.” And he does so with the enthusiasm of a school kid. He says he stays energized for his demanding job because of his supportive family, a love of learning and “the place, the people and the purpose.”

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Going green The OPEN Editorial team searched high & low throughout the city to bring an abundance of environmentally friendly advice and products. Go Green with 14 amazing pages.

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Health As MeritCare turns 100 & kicks off its centennial celebration, discover the history of this vast institution. A first look only from OPEN.

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Sports From hunting fields and fishing to the track of NDSU, find out what drives NDSU head track & field coach, Don Larson.

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Musings of Modern Goddesses Oh,the mysterious ways of love and how it all works out. Darcy Simonson and Sheila Sornsin find out what the “L” word means to various community members.

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ENTERTAINMENT GUIDE

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Event calender for the f / m area Absorb area arts and entertainment with OPEN’s week-by-week calendar of best bets and must see events.

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FOOD & LIBATIONS

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Restaurant and bar guide FMDining.com and OPEN Magazine team up to bring you the most comprehensive listing in the Fargo/Moorhead area. Discover the culinary wonders that exist within the city and expand your taste palette.

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Tracy briggs

Tracy worked as a reporter and anchor for WDAY-TV news for 17 years before taking on the role of morning radio talk show host/producer in March of 2005. She shares the mic with Paul Bougie as WDAY-AM 970’s Information Team. She received a Bachelor’s degree in journalism from UND and a Master’s degree in Communication from NDSU. She loves the creative outlet of freelance writing. Tracy is married to Mark Jensen, an associate chemistry professor at Concordia College. They have two daughters Laura (5) and Jordan (3) who are pretty sure they’re Disney Princesses.

Kristi monson

Kristi Monson is the Director of Marketing and Communications at Minnesota State University Moorhead. She’s also a freelance writer and book editor. She earned a Master’s degree in business administration and a Bachelor’s degree in mass communications, both from MSUM. She has 20 years of experience in nonprofit public relations and marketing. She and her husband, Brad, live in Fargo with their three children. Her interests include tennis, scrapbooking, cooking, running (well, sort of), watching her boys play hockey and watching her daughter do just about anything.

Catherine jelsing

Catherine Jelsing lives and works as a freelance writer on her husband’s family homestead outside of Rugby, N.D.. A former awardwinning newspaper journalist turned public relations writer, she enjoys being her own boss and finds it refreshing to write in her bathrobe with a dog on her lap. Much of her recent work has appeared in House to Home and VOW magazines.

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Jason Bordt: An M.F.A. graduate student who lives in Fargo, N.D., finishing his degree at Minnesota State University Moorhead and currently working on a novel entitled Infrared, Ultra-Violet. He teaches English Composition at MSUM and has worked as editor on book teams for New Rivers Press. He has served as a member of screening teams for the Minnesota MVP Series Reader and the Stone Coast Book Prize. His short fiction and poetry has appeared in Red Weather. He enjoys reading, writing, dancing, and traveling to remote places with Abigail.

OPENREMARK Open memories Silent film ending.

Wave good-bye. (Smiling face) Close door. (Sad face) Turn. (Slowly) Walk away.

(Head down)

The end. Of an era - of a purposeful life well lived.

When a person dies, an entire library, a collection of experiences and knowledge, leaves us. Film collector, restorer, and MSUM professor Rusty Casselton, 53, died Dec. 30 from cancer. Known worldwide as a silent film expert and locally as an activist for the Fargo Theatre and the Fargo Film Festival, he had been on our OPEN shortlist for a future story. Fortunately, he left his library and legacy behind with the hundreds of film students he taught for 22 years at Concordia and six years at MSUM as architect of the film studies major.

His students agree that Rusty’s passion for film drew them in, but at the same time, he demanded hard work and dedication. More than two hundred students have formed a Facebook site called, “God Speed Rusty.”

Coincidentally, our cover story, Kathleen Enz Finken, dean of arts and humanities at MSUM, worked with Rusty to develop the film studies major and also delivered the eulogy at his funeral. You will find inspiration reading about an art historian who uses her creative gifts as an administrator.

Also, one of our writers, Tracy Briggs, has just been awarded the Person of the Year by the Forum. Tracy and colleagues organized Honor Flights for World War II veterans to rekindle memories and show gratitude for duty, honor and loyalty to country. She sacrificed time with family to make sure the veterans’ stories were not forgotten.

Finally, as our magazine completes its first year, we are grateful to the advertisers, community and subscribers for continued support. In January, The Fargo Human Relations Commission honored OPEN with the Martin Luther King Award for diversity awareness in the community. We are both proud and humble to be associated with the vision of the Commission and Dr. King.

As spring creeps into the valley and we see green again, remember (with apologies to Kermit the Frog) that it’s “easy being green” in Fargo-Moorhead. Note the special section on environmental products as we learn to tread lightly on our community and the world.

Take care. Check out the Fargo Film Festival March 5-8. Enjoy the read.

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DON LARSON HEADCOACH, NDSU MENS TRACK AND FIELD

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Fans view success on the court and field of NDSU athletics but outside of the arena of competition, decorated coaches enjoy many of the same hobbies and pastimes their fans take part in. Here’s a piece to OPEN your world to Don Larson, a highly successful coach, husband and father who enjoys spending his precious off time outdoors.

the Division I level may not mix well with a passion for spending time outdoors, but not for Coach Larson.

“Some think coaching and hunting don’t mix too well, but I spend a great deal of time on the road recruiting and over the course of decades I’ve made friends and much of the draw for my hunting is spending time with friends and family. The hunting opportunities really come quite naturally. I have current student-athletes, assistant coaches and alumni spread out all over the place. A few years back my wife said I was going to regret not following up on some of the offers from alumni and friends for hunting. On one Fans follow a successhand it’s created a netful coach and assume his work of contacts for huntlife revolves exclusiveing and on the other hand, ly around the visible prowhat better way to catch fession; but open the door up with old friends than to a window through the sharing time hunting? The eyes of decorated NDSU actual hunting is almost an track and cross country after thought--it’s just so coach, Don Larson and much fun to connect and you’ll soon realize a pastalk with all friends and sion for work overlaps into acquaintances.” a passion for spending During the season, time hunting and fishing coaching and family activwith his family and work ities take a precedence. associates.

As luck would have it, the Don Larson, a South time between ThanksgivDakota native, has been ing and Christmas provides a mainstay at NDSU as a bit of a reprieve, and the track and cross coungiven the circumstances try coach for nearly three Coach Larson has adjustdecades. On the surface ed his hunting focus to fit it might seem coaching at in. “I really don’t get excit-

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ed about pheasant hunting until the snow flies.

With coaching and recruiting almost 365 days a year, when there is dead time you just make it fit.”

For the Larson family, his wife, Desiree and daughters Kelsey, 17, and Kira, 12, the outdoors is a family affair. “I remember a daycare lady exclaiming, ‘when it rains your kids go outside and pick worms!” a testament to the entire family’s passion for spending time fishing. “I’ve been out-fished by my daughters on a routine basis and not just in terms of enjoying it either. One daughter has landed a twelve pound walleye and three over nine pounds-- remarkable fishing at any age.”

But for dad it’s more about spending time with his kids and family, “I really don’t care if I land a fish, I really

don’t. I just love spending time with my kids in a boat or anywhere. I’ll even admit that if it’s with my kids I’ll go shopping and spend all day out with them.”

As Coach Larson enters his 29th year leading NDSU he is quick to give credit to his staff and sums it all up with the word “balance”. “My assistant coaches don’t get enough credit. They are top notch and I couldn’t do it without them. But it’s all about balance. The student athletes are here to get an education and with balance we can still have time for other things. It can be done. You can balance family, track and field successfully and still have time to spend outdoors.”

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A MESSENGER, LIGHTING A FIRE IN THE WORLD OF...

g n i h t o l C c i n a g r O Jason Bordt PHOTOS BY Nat h a n Cot é BY

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mmediately upon meeting David Adkins, it’s easy to become caught up in his passion for life and good will toward human beings. His voice bursts forth with exuberance when he speaks of past experiences and future endeavors, including the new organic clothing line he’s passionately undertaken over the last eleven months since moving to Fargo. “I’m a people person, plain and simple,” David matter-of-factly says.

David grew up in East Saint Paul, Minnesota, one of five siblings, three older brothers and a younger sister. He says, “My parents separated when I was young and I was pretty much raised by my mother. She helped us through everything.” David’s mom worked two jobs, but always found the time to be there for her children. He didn’t grow up with extravagant things, but never felt like he missed out on anything.

David says, “Family is very important. I’ve always been close to my siblings. My older brothers got me involved

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in athletics, especially football. Watching those guys, I thought to myself, I want to do that.” David graduated high school and was recruited to play for Mankato State University as a defensive back. While David dreamed of playing in the National Football League, aspirations didn’t equal reality.

Still, football pulsed in his blood like adrenaline and he soon found himself playing in an outdoor arena league for football in the Midwest. With the traveling of the football schedule, the league was very flexible since it was difficult to make much of a living off of the football alone. Ballplayers were paid, but many had fulltime jobs and careers. David remembers fondly this time of his life, citing the camaraderie of the players, traveling and the overall aspect of team play. David adds, “A lot of guys had played in the Canadian Football League and some had NFL ties and they still wanted to put the pads on but stay close to home and play.”

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t was after his fourth and final season of play, just after his team had won the championship game, when he met his wife of five years, Kimberly. He and a couple of teammates went out for a bite to eat at a local restaurant and she happened to be there with some girlfriends. He says, “I saw her across the room and I knew I had to talk to her. We started talking and the rest was history.” The couple dated for a few years and married in the summer of 2003.

While playing football, David worked as a probation officer with at risk youth in Minneapolis, but soon his passion turned to firefighting. He recalls, “Many are exmilitary, ex-athletes, or adrenaline junkies that specialize in something such as snowboarding or sky diving.”

Over three thousand applicants tried for ninety positions. David made the cut. From that day forward, the training process lasted fourteen months where he was schooled in training for medical emergencies, confined spaces, high rise training, among other things until he finally was a firefighter. David recalls those moments of emergency, “When the alarm goes off, you realize there’s a possibility that someone has just lost everything they’ve ever worked for and probably is in serious

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need of medical attention. It’s very serious and humbling.”

The life of a firefighter involves twenty-four hour shifts and an unimaginable trust for ones fellow coworkers.

David says, “It was like your second family, when you reported on at eight in the morning, you were there for an entire day and everyone becomes very close. You have to trust them with your life, build a bond amongst firefighters. The only time I ever experienced anything like that was when I played football. It truly helps you to understand in situations like that when a firefighter is next to you, they got your back. Truly they do.”

While David enjoyed the life of a firefighter, it was his family that brought him to Fargo, North Dakota, in the summer of 2006. David’s twenty-four hour shifts and the possibility of a challenging and fulfilling job for his wife, Kimberly, a North Dakota native, at Innovis as a CRNA (nurse anesthetist) made the decision to move from the twin cities an easy one. While he had made lifelong friends and had great camaraderie with his fellow firefighters, his family came first. “My wife had a great opportunity. Firefighters work twenty-four hour shifts around the country, so my schedule wasn’t going

ferent and unique, especially in 2008, people are more organic friendly and health conscious about the environment.”

The clothing line is M.N.W. which stands for Messengers of the New World. David explains, “I’m a messenger.

You’re a messenger. Everyone here is a messenger.

The T-shirts represent diversity, soul-mate preference, and freedom of religion. A messenger is someone who lives his or her life with virtue, values and morals, who sees people simply as human beings. They don’t judge someone by the color of their skin, the car they drive or the home they live in. We’re all created equal. That is a messenger.” to change. My wife worked a rotating schedule. Our schedules were horrible together. We saw each other in passing, so I decided to walk away from it for my family.”

David’s mother instilled in him beliefs and values that continue to help him with his family. He says, “I love my family. Out of everything I’ve ever done or accomplished, I can honestly say I’m a blessed man for my family – my wife Kimberly, my daughter Presley, and my son Pierce.”

David’s ideals have also spilled over into his vision for his T-shirts. He says, “They are based on life experience, on being a minority, an African American male, how I view life, how I see things.”

It had always been a dream of David’s to create his own T-shirt line. It wasn’t until he walked away from the fire department that he decided to light a fire and said, “I’m gonna do it.”

Organic means chemical free, all natural; something grown straight from the earth. His shirts are cotton, so it’s cotton picked straight from the field. It’s pure. He says, “I had known about hemp and bamboo clothing, and I really enjoyed the organic aspect because it’s dif-

The designs and messengers of the new world phrases within each shirt are incorporated in every design. Each shirt comes with the trademark M.N.W. on it. Currently, there are three T-shirts available for purchase with five more designs in the works coming at the end of February. The shirts are available in Fargo at select boutiques as well as online. Also, a number of boutiques across the country will be distributing the shirts this spring.

The process of designing shirts has been a new challenge, a new desire for David. While he has been a part of teams in past experience, in this new journey David often finds himself doing things on his own. He says, “All the public relations have been on my own. I just contact a store and let them know my idea and concept.

I tell them a little about myself. It’s a new area for me.

I’ve met a ton of people in doing this and I’m looking forward to this spring.”

A day in the life of David Adkins involves getting the kids ready in the morning and also picking them up everyday from school. David says, “That’s daddy’s job.

Mom is up and off to the hospital early. I get them breakfast and off to school. It’s a blast. I enjoy being a father.”

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avid spends his days working for Anytime Fitness, twenty four hour centers, where he does corporate sales and visits businesses and homes to talk about health and wellness. He says, “Dealing with health and wellness is something I’ve dealt with since junior high. I’m well versed in physical fitness and knowledgeable with the equipment. It gives me the flexibility to be a daddy and work on my T-shirts. My worst fear after leaving the fire department was to find a job working behind a desk. That would have probably broken my spirit.”

David’s advice to fellow visionaries, “Have a goal and be creative. The only thing that can truly stop you is yourself.” He sees himself as an adventurer on the open seas, the wind taking him whichever way it blows. “I would further suggest to people to experience new things. It helps you to grow as a person. Get to know someone different than yourself. Do something that takes you out of your comfort zone.”

Landing in Fargo, he has enjoyed his time and has been impressed with the town’s fashion scene. He recalls, “My

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wife stumbled upon a.k.a. two months after we arrived in town, so I went down there and was blown away. They have everything the modern age guy could want. They keep up on all the new styles. There are boutiques for women too and my wife and I have been very impressed with those as well. The clothing scene is just like any city.

If you’re up on styles, you’ll find it.”

David says about his new clothing line, “My dream is when I’m traveling somewhere to see someone with an M.N.W. shirt on their back of mine. That would just do it for me.”

I mention the tremendous bond he’s created with his family, fellow firefighters, and football teammates and putting all these aspects together, I suggest that it’s almost like he’s trying to bring the world into one beautifully harmonious team.

We laugh and further our bond as human beings, tolerant, caring, kind. David smiles and exclaims, “That’s what I’m trying to do! That’s what I’m trying to do.” [OPEN]

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JUDGE GEORGIA DAWSON pulls the whistling teapot off the stove, douses a couple of teabags, and while the tea steeps, gives a little history of the 1928 Tudor home she and her husband Tom purchased 23 years ago on Fargo’s historic 8th street. Casting a loving eye around the rooms, noting archways and hardwood floors, she says the house has “good bones.”

We take our steaming cups into an alcove overlooking the front lawn. An archway opens onto the living room, where a fire crackles in the hearth. Even though its been repainted a deep, warm, red Dawson explains, “we still call this ‘the green room.’” Furnished with two flowered chairs and matching ottomans, a side table and a tv, this is where she and Tom “hang.”

We settle in, Dawson sloughing off slippers, stretching her legs across an ottoman.

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With nearly 20 years on the bench, Dawson has heard it all: sex offender commitments, murder trials, corporate battles, child custody disputes, drugcases, workmen’s compensation lawsuits, abortion protesters’ pleas. Her's is an important job, but Dawson has never let her public career define her private life. Conversely, she will tell you that her life experiences are among the assets she brings to the courtroom.

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“I CAN’T BE A JOINER, BUT I HAVE FRIENDS. I GO OUT. I DO THINGS. I DON’T LIVE IN AN IVORY TOWER AT ALL.”

“Some judges of past generations believed that they had to be without a life outside the courtroom,” Dawson says.

“I can’t be a joiner, but I have friends. I go out. I do things.

I don’t live in an ivory tower at all.”

Indeed, sitting there relaxed in a tan and white twill sweater and soft slacks, Dawson appears the epitome of the well-educated Midwestern wife and mother. She’s the mom who made sure her family always had supper together at night. She’s the one who won the United Way chili cook-off at the courthouse last year. She’s the one supporting her civic-minded husband’s service to the Chamber of Commerce, Dollars for Scholars, Meritcare, and more. She’s an art collector. She’s a gourmet cook.

She’s a world traveler. And she’s one of eight district judges serving Cass, Traill and Steele counties.

DAWSON didn’t plan on becoming a judge. In fact, as a young attorney working in Jamestown, N.D., she wondered how judges could stand to sit there and listen to cases all day. Being a judge looked boring. Of course, Dawson hadn’t planned on being an attorney either.

She grew up on her parents’ farm, near Carrington, N.D., eldest of four wildly spaced offspring of Jeanette and Steve Reimers. She attended a two-room country school, where two teachers taught grades 1 through 8. Since there were so few boys, the girls were allowed to wear jeans so they could fill out the recess softball team. “It was my introduction to the idea I could do stuff boys do,” she says, “and that sitting around playing hopscotch wasn’t as much fun as getting a hit.”

This line of thinking followed her home, where she realized that while she loved and revered her mother, she believed her father was the one with the exciting life.

“He was John Wayne. He flew a

plane. He was always traveling,” she says. “That planted a seed. I think I knew fairly early on that I wasn’t going to be a traditional wife and mother.”

In 1967, she enrolled as an English major at the University of North Dakota, Grand Forks. Her goal was to teach high school English, but in the midst of her final semester of practice teaching she realized she had made a “horrific” mistake.

Dismayed by her graduation-eve epiphany, she thrashed out her options and decided her best default plan was to enroll in law school.

Only nine women began law studies at UND the fall of 1971. When Dawson graduated in 1974, only six remained, but they were an impressive half dozen, including: ‚ VIRGINIA POWELL, who became a managing partner with Hunton and Williams in Richmond, VA., one of the nation’s premier law firms; LUCY WERNER, who became an administrative law judge in Washington state; LINDA CATALANO, who became director of legal services of North Dakota; BERYL LEVINE, who became the first woman to serve on the North Dakota supreme court; and GEORGIA DAWSON, now a presiding district judge, in 1977, she became North Dakota’s first female city attorney.

UNLIKE teaching, Dawson took to lawyering right away.

She landed a job with Clint Ottmar and Dave Nething in Jamestown, assisting them on a variety of cases, including their work as city attorneys. Soon she was working for other public entities, including Stutsman County, Jamestown Public Schools, and the North Dakota State Hospital. Three years out of law school, the mayor named her city attorney.

Happy with her work, divorced, and with a preschooler at home, Dawson might have stayed in Jamestown forever, had her sister not arranged a blind date with Tom Dawson. The couple decided to meet for a game of tennis in Fargo’s Island Park. “You can learn a lot about someone while playing tennis,” Dawson says. “Tom was very honorable. He was very gracious. You could tell that he was a good guy.”

The tennis match launched a three-year courtship and lots of commuting between Jamestown and Fargo. Finally, knowing Dawson Insurance — founded by Tom’s grandfather in 1917 — would always remain in Fargo, in 1984, the couple decided to marry, bought the house on 8th Street and their family started growing.

“I had Zack already. He was 7 when we got married. Alex was born in 1985, Mike was born 12 months later in 1986, and I brought part of my practice with me,” Dawson says. “We had a full plate.”

DAWSON had been in Fargo less than two years, when Gov. George Sinner appointed Cynthia Rothe-Seeger the first female district judge in North Dakota. Soon afterward, Rothe-Seeger pulled Dawson aside at a YMCA banquet and encouraged her to run for the Cass County judge’s seat she was vacating.

Dawson campaigned for two weeks and won.

So what happened to judging being “boring?” Dawson smiles, shrugs her shoulders and says, “Maybe it was the small town.” In her six years as county judge, and thirteen as district judge, she’s never been bored. Being a judge, however, did take some getting used to.

“There is a learning curve,” she says. “You aren’t instantly a judge when they put the robe on. It’s pretty frightening, the transition [from attorney to judge]. You walk in, people stand up, and you think, ‘Wow, this is different.’ It’s very odd, but then it becomes natural.

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“I DO THINK JUDGING COMES EASY TO ME...I BRING EVERYTHING TO THIS CASE AND TO THIS DECISION...AND THAT’S THE END OF IT.” “I do think judging comes easy to me. It’s not laborious.

I do the best I can. I bring everything to this case and to this decision, I make a decision, and that’s the end of it.

I don’t second-guess myself. I don’t bring it home and chew on it, or chew on myself because of it. If I make a mistake, the Supreme Court will correct it. That’s really all I can do.”

COMPASSION empathy, an attentive ear, life experience; these are what Dawson carries between courtroom and home. They are the constant. Whether she’s in chambers deciding a complex case or in the kitchen creating a soup, the real Georgia Dawson is always present.

In her art collecting, she is democratic, sharing the same tastes and special appreciation for regional artists with her husband. Each piece — the Walter Piehl, the Catherine Mulligan, the Fritz Scholder — comes with a story. It’s easy to believe her when she says if someone took all the art out of her home, she’d be forced to start making her own.

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In the kitchen, she is more authoritarian. With a recipe book collection rivaling a law library, she is well versed in the culinary arts. Her family, friends and charitable organizations that auction off her gourmet feasts, all benefit from her passion.

On Christmas Eve, when the rest of the Dawson’s go off to church, she and son Zack make dinner together: rack of lamb, butternut squash soup, “upper crust” gratin potatoes.

Somewhat to Dawson’s dismay, the 30-year-old has become a foodie. So she feels it necessary to instruct him: “You are the sous. You will always be the sous. You will never be the chef, not in this kitchen.”

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OPENFEATURE

“MRS. O’LEARY’S COW QUESTION”

A Sitdown With David Martin Tracy briggs PHOTOS BY John borge BY

WE GET THE HONOR AND OPPORTUNITY TO GROW AND DEVELOP THIS ECONOMY. WE GET TO PACKAGE AND PROMOTE THIS REGION. IT’S PRETTY COOL!

“My grandparents lived near Island Park and they had a cow.

Can you tell me what their address was?”

As President and CEO of the Chamber of Fargo-Moorhead, Martin fields questions from a public that doesn’t always understand what a chamber of commerce is supposed to do.

Officially, as its mission statement says, the chamber is there “unifying and advancing business and community interests in our region.”

Unofficially, Martin and his staff are the information desk to the rest of the world about Fargo-Moorhead and the surrounding area. In cases like the Mrs. O’Leary cow question, Martin says he might direct the caller to one of our historical societies or libraries. Other questions will get turned over to the FM Convention and Visitor’s Bureau or to a city hall.

Educating the world about all that is Fargo-Moorhead comes naturally to a man born into a family of educators. Martin’s father was the superintendent of Pelican Rapids schools while his mother was a former schoolteacher.

Martin adds, “Three out of four of my siblings and three out of four of their spouses are even in education” He started on that path as well graduating from Moorhead State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in education in 1976. Martin

says everything just fell into place after graduation when a job opened up at Jefferson High School in Alexandria, Minnesota.

“They needed someone to put together a health education program, teach driver’s ed. and coach football and track. I majored in health ed. and minored in driver’s ed., so it all just worked,” Martin says.

But soon, Martin says he became interested in going into education administration much like his father.

He chose to pursue higher education administration at Colorado State University where he eventually obtained a master’s degree. Positions in education administration soon followed in Colorado, Texas and Nebraska. It was while serving as Acting Dean of Students at Dana College in Blair, Nebraska, however, that he and his wife Donna started feeling like they wanted to come home to North Dakota or Minnesota.

Unfortunately there were no jobs open in education administration. That’s when his mother suggested taking a career detour.

“I’ll never forget Mom saying ‘You might want to check the Sunday paper,’” That Sunday, The Forum of Fargo Moorhead was advertising a job opening for a Director of Administrative Services at Lutheran Health Systems in Fargo. Martin says it wasn’t that big a detour from education ad-

ministration.

“I was a lifelong Lutheran, I worked at a Lutheran college, I had a health education background, administrative experience and even a wife who was a nurse!” Martin got the job. Once again things just fell into place.

“That’s sort of been a theme my whole life!” Martin says.

After stints at Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota, Concordia College and Lutheran Social Services of North Dakota an opportunity presented itself in 1996, with a job opening at the Chamber of Commerce of Fargo Moorhead. He worked as Public Affairs Director for eight years before being promoted

to President and CEO in 2004.

“I had been a volunteer for the Chamber. I never dreamed I could make my living working for it.”

But it’s been a natural fit. Martin takes on his role at the chamber with childlike enthusiasm.

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SOMEONE ASKED ME AT OUR 25TH ANNIVERSARY, ‘WHAT’S THE SECRET TO STAYING MARRIED FOR 25 YEARS?’ I TOLD THEM, ‘HAVING A WIFE THAT WILL PUT UP WITH YOU FOR 25 YEARS! “We get the honor and opportunity to grow and develop this economy. We get to package and promote this region. It’s pretty cool!” he says.

He’s quick to point out everyone at the chamber enjoys being in the sidelight shining the limelight on others.

“Chambers are involved with stuff that people think just happens,” he says.

One of those things that just happened was Fargo-Moorhead’s designation as an “All-America City” in 2000, a project in which the chamber was integrally involved. The award from the National Civic League is America’s oldest and most prestigious community recognition award.

But Martin says the award is more than a matter of civic pride, it’s a chance for communities to take a good long look at what is working and what isn’t and make definite im-

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provements for the future.

He also counts among his highest achievements the Chamber’s involvement in retaining the North Dakota Air National Guard base during the Base Realignment and Closure in 2005, and the construction of the Main Avenue bridge.

Martin is also a master at bringing people and organizations together as evidenced by the 1998, merger of the once separate chambers of Fargo and Moorhead. Martin says it just made sense because business crosses the Red River daily and it’s in the best interest of all local communities to work together to promote it.

“We had to take our letter jackets off. It’s not just ‘I’m a Spud’ or ‘I’m a Bruin’ it’s ‘I’m a person doing business in this metropolitan community and I want to see it thrive,’” he said.

Martin says like in a marriage, both formerly separate chambers brought strengths to the table. It was just a matter of working together.

He’s reminded of that everyday by a poster on his wall touting “Teamwork.”

Next to the teamwork poster is Martin’s home team. A picture collage entitled “The Women in my Life,” given to him by his 20-yearold daughter Megan, a student at Concordia College. It also includes

pictures of his grandmother, mother and Donna.

“I’m incredibly lucky,” he says.

“Someone asked me at our 25th anniversary, ‘what’s the secret to staying married for 25 years?’ I told them, ‘having a wife that will put up with you for 25 years!’” He laughs.

Martin credits much of his successful career to his family who put up with plenty of nights and weekends away.

“I’ve been able to be more effective at my jobs because Megan and Donna have been so understanding.”

Martin says he doesn’t get resentful of the long hours. He adds, with a laugh, “I just get tired!”

Even so, Martin seems to be bubbling with natural enthusiasm something he credits to “the place, the purpose and the people.” He says it also helps that his job enables him to learn something new everyday.

And it seems to be paying off for Fargo-Moorhead. Under Martin’s leadership, the Chamber was named one of the top Chambers in the country in 2004, 2006 and 2007.

It’s also the only chamber to include non-profit agencies and government entities as members in addition to business members.

“Some chambers think that’s counterproductive because sometimes the business community bat-

tles city government. But we’ve always believed it makes sense to get everyone around the table,” he says.

Martin says one of the chamber’s biggest challenges continues to be one of perception. The Chamber serves Cass and Clay counties with their population of 250,000 and a metro area of 180,000. Even so the American public can be naïve.

“We have to keep telling the story. Some people still think the Pony

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Express stops over once a week and it’s cold all year long,” Martin says.

He says Fargo-Moorhead has made tremendous progress over the last ten years and it shouldn’t stop.

“We can’t rest on our laurels.

We don’t want to lose ground. The only way for things to get better is to change,” Martin says.

Martin calls it the magnet effect, “The more you get the more you attract.”

He says his vision for the future of the Chamber of Fargo-Moorhead is to continue to grow and develop and keep pace with the global economy.

“We want to maintain this as a great place to live, work, learn, play, visit and do business,” Martin says.

Maybe someone else can track down Mrs. O’Leary’s cow. [OPEN]

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uring the 61 days 6-year-old Breanna, of Bismarck, spent in the hospital for a bone marrow transplant, she discovered the story of Beauty and the Beast.

When asked what her wish would be, her thoughts went directly to the princess who helped her through it all.

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KATHLEEN ENZ FINKEN K

athleen Enz Finken, Dean of the College of Arts and Humanities at Minnesota State University Moorhead, admits she’s restless. “I can’t sit still for long. It’s not who I am,” she said.

A serious athlete who wishes she had more time to run, Enz Finken raced her way instead through the academic hierarchy, first as Chair of the Art and Design Department, then as Associate Dean, then Dean in 2004.

“I’ve jumped into the frying pan many times, and when I became dean I simply brought my innate skills and experience as a faculty member,” she said. “Nothing beats experience.”

She’s right. There are no books to read or classes to take that prepare one for the rigor, challenge and unpredictability of being a college dean. She oversees nine academic departments, four academic programs and more than 110 fulltime faculty and staff. Although she misses the daily interaction with students, her role as dean greatly influences their lives and education.

“I help faculty do their jobs the best they can so they can positively impact the lives of students,” Enz Finken said. “Our faculty is doing incredibly interesting and impor-

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tant work. Whether it’s additional resources, release time or an okay to move ahead with a project, they deserve support.”

The faculty in her college appreciates that support.

“Our department feels blessed by the cooperation and careful attention we’ve received from Dean Enz Finken,” said Rusty Casselton, Chair and Associate Professor of Film Studies. The program, begun in 2004 with 30 majors, has grown to more than 150 majors. More than $150,000 in new equipment has been provided during Enz Finken’s tenure as dean, and additional faculty members are being hired. “She understands the difficulties our growth has caused and at every turn she has supported us, not always being able to answer a need, but always offering helpful insight.”

Enz Finken learned the value of doing her best, collaborating and playing fair from her well-educated, hard-working parents. Growing up on a small, working farm in New Jersey, “there was never any differentiation between what was ‘men’s work’ or ‘women’s work,’” she said.

All six kids contributed, whether it was bailing hay, feeding cows, chopping wood or cleaning house.

“We had very little money, but we

always had a side of beef in the freezer and food on the shelves.”

An honor student and three-sport letter winner in high school, she explored the field of architecture in college, where, for the first time, she “came up against the sense that I was a woman in a man’s world,” Enz Finken said.

“On the first day of my intro to civil engineering class, the professor walked into our classroom of about 45 students, including five women, and said: ‘I don’t know why you young women are here because all you’re going to do is get married and have babies.’ I was furious,” Enz Finken remembered.

“I don’t live to battle women’s rights, but I have an important role to help other women in education see their own strengths and build their confidence so they can reach their full potential.”

Undeterred by discriminatory attitudes but disillusioned with the highly prescribed academic programs, she veered away for a semester, exploring French history, literature and art history. She found her niche—and future—in the latter.

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“I had really good professors who were dynamic women and great mentors,” Enz Finken said. “I was finally doing something that I really enjoyed and was surrounded by motivated and inspiring people.”

Enz Finken earned a Doctorate in Art History, with a Specialty in Roman and Early Christian Art and Architecture, at Rutgers University, attending school while working part time and raising two young sons.

“It was extremely hard, and I was probably sleep-deprived for the first 20 years of marriage, but my family is proud of me. I’ve lived the majority of my life without a plan, but have taken advantage of opportunities as they’ve arisen,” she said. “Now I’m at a place where I’m working on a personal career plan.”

Early into her doctoral dissertation, Enz Finken’s faculty advisor suggested she apply for some teaching positions. She applied to five schools and was offered three positions. Most impressed with the interview and the faculty at MSUM, she brought her family to Moorhead and joined the art department in 1993.

She particularly enjoyed teaching lower level survey classes, “opening students’ minds to the world and to history and inspiring them to travel,” she said. Stephanie Pryor, a 2000 alumna, said Enz Finken’s passion inspired her.

“The MSUM study abroad trip to Italy with Kathleen changed my life: before going, I was a psychology major. I returned with a passion for understanding the art of the past and the cultures from which this art came. I started taking art history courses and developed, under Kathleen’s guidance, an individualized major in classical and medieval studies with a concentration in art history,” Pryor said.

Now a doctoral candidate at the University of Missouri-Columbia, and a Council of American Overseas Research Centers Fellow studying in Amman, Jordan, Pryor says, “When I step into a classroom to teach, I often think of Kathleen and hope that someday I can affect even one student in the way that she has influenced me.”

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From inspiring teacher to energetic dean, Enz Finken has amassed a lengthy and impressive portfolio of university service and professional activity, including recent work as a representative to the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities collective bargaining team and a member of the Trustee Candidate Advisory Council for the 7th Congressional District. She also serves on her husband’s board of directors for Clinical Supplies Management. But it’s her ability to bring

people together that has served the college and the university so well.

“I’ve been fortunate to work with people who are respectful and collegial,” Enz Finken said. “I’m open about stresses in certain areas, and the faculty is helpful in making decisions about where we should allocate our resources.”

“Kathleen is the best dean that I’ve ever had the opportunity to work with,” said Steven Hoffbeck, an MSUM Professor of History. “She has clarity

of vision to see what’s happening with people and departments, and she’s always done the best she can for the history department.”

Enz Finken’s goals for the college and the university are many and true to her personality, she’d like to achieve them soon.

“When I arrived, I was surprised that people didn’t respect the arts and humanities as much as I would like to see. I vowed to help try and change that,” she said. “I want people

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to understand that our faculty members are hard-working, highly qualified teachers whose work is equally important as other fields of study.”

“Kathleen is a wonderful supporter and spokesperson for the college faculty,” said Simon Rowe, Assistant Professor of Music and Music Industry Coordinator. “She attends community performances with which I am involved and is extremely vocal in her support of my efforts and others in the department.”

Ensuring quality academic programs, fostering a culture dedicated to an excellent student experience and raising the visibility of programs in the college locally and regionally are all important goals as dean. She’s made progress addressing difficult personnel issues and hiring excellent faculty who are a good fit for the college.

While the anti-racism initiative has been a positive addition to MSUM’s campus, she said the university still has a ways to go with actual diversity. She’d like to focus more on serving the needs of local students of diverse racial and ethnic groups.

One of the biggest challenges Enz Finken faces is declining support for public education, a major obstacle facing all higher education administrators.

“For many years, Minnesota had a great reputation as an education-minded state. That is one reason I initially chose to begin my career at MSUM,” Enz Finken said. “That reputation is rather tarnished now as state funding has consistently eroded over the last decade.

Educational leaders must be advocates statewide and nationally to improve support for higher education.”

Enz Finken commended President Roland Barden, Dr. Bette Midgarden, Vice President of Academic Affairs, and Dr. David Crockett, Dean of the College of Business and Industry, for their efforts strengthening MSUM’s programs and improving facilities. Barden also stabilized the university’s financial situation. But Enz Finken says that unless the state improves its support and the university increases its own fundraising, MSUM will have to make some difficult

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decisions down the road.

“If we don’t free up money where it’s really needed, we’re risking all of our programs. The next president of this institution is going to have to lead that process because our financial outlook won’t improve any time soon,” Enz Finken said. “MSUM’s leaders must continue to be strong advocates, especially when it comes to financial stability and preserving autonomy as an institution.”

John Q. Paulsen, President of the North Dakota State Board of Higher Education, first met Kathleen when they served together on the Plains Art Museum’s Board of Directors. “Kathleen is skillful in bringing out the best in people.

She sees the future well and people respond to the strong, thoughtful and orderly approach she brings to her leadership, a style that is always delivered with sincerity and warmth,” he said. “Kathleen’s commitment to excellence is absolute and unequivocal.”

The dean, who learned at a young age on a New Jersey farm the value of collaboration and hard work, takes the same approach today.

“We must all work together with the board of trustees, the chancellor’s office and the legislature to achieve what’s best for MSUM,” she said. [OPEN]

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They came from the mountains and valleys, fjords and the rivers of Norway – immigrants whose impact in the Red River Valley would 100 years later result in the largest healthcare provider in the region, MeritCare Health System.

Dr. Olaf Sand and Dr. Nils Tronnes listened attentively as their friend, Dr. Christian Kachelmacher, told them of the many healthcare needs in North Dakota and Minnesota. Dr. Kachelmacher had been practicing in Valley City, N.D., but returned to Christiania University in Oslo, Norway, for further study in the early 1900s.

Both Dr. Sand and Dr. Tronnes were well-educated in the finest European traditions of medicine,

Norway and didn’t get it. His miff, which he later characterized as youthful vanity, contributed greatly to the decision he and his wife, Dr. Eva Sand, made to leave for the United States.

Dr. Tronnes, as Dr. Sand, knew income would remain problematic in Norway. Doctors were a last resort for most people. Dr. Tronnes was engaged and wanted to marry – but not until he could provide for Randi Larsen.

The doctors came – Dr. Sand to practice first in Pelican Rapids, Minn., in 1904, and Dr. Tronnes in Fargo. In 1905, Dr. Sand also came to Fargo, joining Dr. Tronnes in practice above Lars Christianson’s downtown drugstore. Dr. Kachelmacher now prac-

graduated with honors from Christiania University and practiced in fishing villages and mountain towns.

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ticed in Fargo, too.

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in their many endeavors, including developing healthcare in Fargo.

The community was ripe for their vision and insights. They came with life experience and brought the wisdom they gathered to share in their adopted home. As most immigrants from Norway, they assimilated, proudly becoming citizens. They treasured their home country while embracing the dreams of the fledgling Fargo.

St. Luke’s Hospital was the first fulfillment of their vision. The name was chosen in 1906, architects began work in 1907 and February 25, 1908, St. Luke’s Hospital opened.

Neither Dr. Sand nor Dr. Tronnes was able to attend opening ceremonies. They instead did two appendectomies. Within three days the hospital was filled and patients had to be turned away.

The School of Nursing, guided by the Norwegian Lutheran Deaconess House in Chicago, began in 1908, with the first three graduates in 1910.

The St. Luke’s Hospital Association 10 th annual report foreshadowed what was to come. “… St. Luke’s Hospital was destined from the very begin-

ning to become a large institution.”

Dr. Sand envisioned enhanced medical care, with specialists working together in what would become the Fargo Clinic.

This group medicine initiative would forever change patient practice. May 2, 1921, the inaugural program for the clinic was held.

Throughout, the founders’ mission remained the same. What was St. Luke’s Hospital and Fargo Clinic, St. Luke’s School of Nursing and The Neuropsychiatric Institute merged into today’s medical provider, MeritCare.

The mission: to improve health and quality of life.

Looking to the future, MeritCare’s vision continues to unfold the basic desire of those founders, to provide what the name has become. All those served merit care.

MeritCare begins a year-long celebration of its centennial in February 2008. Information in this article comes from a MeritCare history book.

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event calendar: ON GOING EVENTS

Driven Hjemkomst Interpretive Center 202 1st Ave N Moorhead, MN 701-232-5389 www.hjemkomst-center.com

2.24 – 3.31

2.24 – 5.24

Shoe Art by Women Artists Gallery 4 118 Broadway N Fargo, ND 701-232-5389 www.awp.handworks.org

Luis Jimenez Plains Art Museum 704 1st Ave N Fargo, ND Exhibit open during museum hours 701- 232-3821 www.plainsart.org

2.24 – 3.31

2.24 – 5.24

Portrait of Spirit: One Story at a Time Hjemkomst Interpretive Center 202 1st Ave N Moorhead, MN 701-232-5389 www.hjemkomst-center.com

Still: Prints by Eric A. Johnson Plains Art Museum 704 1st Ave N Fargo, ND Exhibit open during museum hours 701-232-3821 www.plainsart.org

2.24 – 3.28

2.24 – 5.24

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Keys to the Collection: Works from the Permanent Collection Plains Art Museum 704 1st Ave N Fargo, ND Exhibit open during museum hours 701-232-3821 www.plainsart.org

Walter Piehl, Jr. Plains Art Museum 704 1st Ave N Fargo, ND Exhibit open during museum hours 701- 232-3821 www.plainsart.org

2.24 – 3.30

She Arts Art Hat Project Hjemkomst Interpretive Center 202 1st Ave N Moorhead, MN 701-232-5389 www.awp.handworks.org

2.24 – 3.28 A Woman’s Perspective on Compassion: Multimedia Art Exhibition Hjemkomst Interpretive Center 202 1st Ave N Moorhead, MN 701-232-5389 www.hjemkomst-center.com

2.24 – 3.28 Quilts of Compassion Hjemkomst Interpretive Center 202 1st Ave N Moorhead, MN 701-232-5389 www.hjemkomst-center.com

2.26 – 3.28 A Woman’s Perspective on Compassion: Mary Pfeifer Nichole’s Fine Pastry 13 8th St S Fargo, ND Tue-Wed 10:00a-6:00p Thu-Sat 10:00a-10:00p 701- 232-5389 www.awp.handworks.org

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George Morrison Plains Art Museum 704 1st Ave N Fargo, ND Exhibit open during museum hours 701- 232-3821 www.plainsart.org

2.24 – 5.24 Frank Big Bear Jr. Plains Art Museum 704 1st Ave N Fargo, ND Exhibit open during museum hours 701-232-3821 www.plainsart.org

2.24 – 5.24 David P. Bradley Plains Art Museum 704 1st Ave N Fargo, ND Exhibit open during museum hours 701-232-3821 www.plainsart.org

2.24 – 5.24 Mary Cassatt Plains Art Museum 704 1st Ave N Fargo, ND Exhibit open during museum hours 701- 232-3821 www.plainsart.org

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ART EXHIBITIONS 2.24 – 3.30

event calendar: ON GOING EVENTS 2.24 – 5.24 James Rosenquist Plains Art Museum 704 1st Ave N Fargo, ND Exhibit open during museum hours 701- 232-3821 www.plainsart.org

2.24 – 5.24 0 Fritz Scholder Plains Art Museum 704 1st Ave N Fargo, ND Exhibit open during museum hours 701-232-3821 www.plainsart.org

2.24 – 5.24

2.24 – 5.24 ‚ Star Wallowing Bull Plains Art Museum 704 1st Ave N Fargo, ND Exhibit open during museum hours 701- 232-3821 www.plainsart.org

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Todd H. Strand Plains Art Museum 704 1st Ave N Fargo, ND Exhibit open during museum hours 701- 232-3821 www.plainsart.org

2.24 – 5.24 William Wegman Plains Art Museum 704 1st Ave N Fargo, ND Exhibit open during museum hours 701- 232-3821 www.plainsart.org

2.24 – 5.24

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Conversations with Photography: Paintings by John Volk Plains Art Museum 704 1st Ave N Fargo, ND Exhibit open during museum hours 701-232-3821 www.plainsart.org

3.16 – 4.6

901 8th St S Moorhead M-F 9:30a -4:30p Sun 1:00-4:00p 218-299-4623 www.cord.edu

MUSIC 2.27 – 5.21 Organ Concert

by Michael Olson American Guild of Organists First Lutheran Church 619 Broadway N Fargo, ND 12:45p-1:15p; Wednesdays 701-235-7389

2.24-5.24 Jazz Night at Basies Basies Restaurant 1635 42nd Street South, Fargo ND 7:30p – 9:30p; Thursdays 701-277-9000

Annual Juried Student Art Exhibition Concordia Cyrus M. Running Gallery

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MUSIC 2.24 English Cathedral Music FM Chamber Choral Gethsemane Episcopal Cathedral 3600 25th St S Fargo, ND 2:00p 218-233-2298

American Indian Identity,”

by Birgit Hans Larry Remele Memorial Fellowship Lecture UND Grand Forks, ND 2:00p 701-255-3360

14th Annual: Mardi Gras ’08 Mental HealthBoogie with the Beads Holiday Inn, Great Hall 3803 13th Ave S Fargo, ND 6:00p 701-237-5871 www.mhand.org

MSUM Wind Ensemble Weld Hall WE 0106, MSUM Moorhead, MN 3:00p 218.477.2101 www.mnstate.edu

2.24 Masterworks IV - Strauss, Tomasi, Saint-Saens Fargo-Moorhead Symphony Orchestra Festival Concert Hall, NDSU Fargo, ND 8:00p 218-233-8397 www.fmsymphony.org

Red River Valley Home & Garden Show FargoDome Fargo, ND 11:00a to 5:00p www.fargodome.com

Space Bus MSUM Planetarium Bridges Hall, Moorhead MN 2.24 2:00p, 2.25 7:00p 218-477-2904

Breakfast Buzz: “Employing a Diverse Work Force” Skills & Technology Training Center 1305 North 19th Avenue, Fargo, ND 7:15a – 8:30a

2.28

“The Star Quilt in the Northern Plains: A Symbol of

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MUSEUM 2.24 Brad Bachmeier: Pottery and Sculpture Rourke Art Gallery 523 4th St S Moorhead, MN 218-236-8861

2.24 – 2.25

2.28

EVENT 2.24

Red River Valley Sportsmen Show Fargodome University Drive, Fargo, ND 2.28 5p – 10p; 2.29 12p – 10p; 3.1 10a – 10p

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2.24

3.1 ‚

2.28 – 3.01

Little Black Dress for MS Luncheon Ramada Plaza Suites 1635 42nd Street South Fargo, ND 58103 11:30 - 1:00p 701-235-2678 www.littleblackdressforms.org

3.1 Western Wildlife Plains Art Museum 704 First Avenue North Fargo, ND 701-232-3821

THEATRE & PERFORMING ARTS 2.27 – 3.1 Sweeney Todd, The Demon Barber of Fleet Street Roland Dille Center for the Arts.

Hansen Theatre MSUM Moorhead, MN 7:30p 218-477-2271

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FEB 24 - MAR 1

event calendar 2.28 – 3.1 Fat Pig by Neil LaButte Theatre B 716 Main Avenue 701-729-8880 www.theatreb.org

2.28 Cinethusiasts | Film Studies Weld Hall, MSUM Moorhead, MN 5:30p

MAR 2 - MAR 8 MUSIC 3.2 Masterworks IV - Strauss, Tomasi, Saint-Saens Fargo-Moorhead Symphony Orchestra Festival Concert Hall, NDSU Fargo, ND 2:00p 218-233-8397 www.fmsymphony.org

EVENT 3.7 – 3.8 “Striving for Peace: Investing in Community” 20th Annual Nobel Peace Prize Forum Concordia College 901 8th St S Moorhead, MN 218-299-4366 www.cord.edu

3.5 Chamber Cafe: “Are You Communicating the Right Message?”

Hjemkomst Center 202 First Avenue North Moorhead, MN 11:45a - 1:00p info@fmchamber.com

SPORTS & RECREATION 2.28 0 NDSU Men’s Basketball NDSU v. Centenary Fargo, ND 7:00p www.gobison.com

3.02 Red River Valley Sportsmen Show Fargodome University Drive, Fargo, ND 10a – 6p

3.1 ) NDSU Women’s Basketball NDSU v. Oral Roberts Fargo, ND 2:00p www.gobison.com

3.1 NDSU Men’s Basketball NDSU v. Oral Roberts Fargo, ND 7:00p www.gobison.com

Springin’ for Jazz: 4th Annual Jazz Arts Fundraiser Carmen Bradford performing Holiday Inn 3803 13th Ave s Fargo, ND 5:30p 218-359-4529 www.Jazzartsfm.com

3.7 Faculty Piano Recital

by Sarah Kahl Hvidsten Hall Christiansen Recital Hall Concordia College Moorhead, MN 7:30p-9:00p 218-299-4515 www.cord.edu

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3.7 – 3.8 0 Ice Skating Revue Fargo Coliseum 807 17th Ave N Fargo, ND 7:00p 701-241-1353

3.7 Golden Plus Square Dance Weekend Student Union, MSUM Moorhead, MN 7:00p

FAMILY 3.2 ‚ Gold-N-Motion Concordia Fieldhouse Concordia College Moorhead, MN 3:00p 218-280-0400

ART EXHIBITIONS 3.10 - 3.15

THEATRE & PERFORMING ARTS 3.6 – 3.8 Box Office of the Damned Fargo-Moorhead Community Theatre 333 4th Street South Fargo, ND 58103 Vary 701-235-6778 www.fmct.org

Annual Juried Student Art Exhibition Concordia Cyrus M. Running Gallery 901 8th St S Moorhead M-F 9:30a -4:30p Sun 1:00-4:00p 218-299-4623

3.10 – 3.15 Women’s Week Exhibition Reineke Visual Arts Gallery, NDSU Fargo, ND Mon-Fri 10:00a-5:00p 701-231-2272

3.5 – 3.8 0 Fargo Film Festival Historic Fargo Theatre 314 Broadway N Fargo, ND 701-235-4152

SPORTS & RECREATION 3.8 NDSU Men’s Wrestling NCAA Division I West Regional Fargo, ND www.gobison.com

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3.6

3.8 Saturday StorytimePreschool Storytime Fargo Public Library – Carlson 2801 32nd Ave. S Fargo, ND 10:30a-11:00a www.fargolibrary.org

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MSUM Women’s Tennis MSUM v Minnesota, Crookston Courts Plus 3491 University Dr S Fargo, ND 1:00p 218-477-2622 www.msumdragons.com

3.7 MSUM Women’s Tennis MSUM v North Dakota Courts Plus 3491 University Dr S Fargo, ND 12:00p 218-477-2622 www.msumdragons.com

MUSIC 3.9 Concordia Choir Home Concert Memorial Auditorium 901 8th St S Moorhead 7:30p 218-299-4515 www.cord.edu

3.11 Concordia Jazz Ensemble Concert Orchestra Hall.North Choral Room Hvidsten Hall of Music 901 8th St S Moorhead 7:30p 218-299-4515

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3.15 The Jazz Arts Big Band featuring Mulgrew Miller Fargo Theatre 314 Broadway 8:00p 218-359-4592 www.jazzartsfm.com

MN Regional History Day Student Union CU 0227 MSUM Moorhead, MN 2:00p www.mnstate.edu

3.10 Regional History Day Weld Hall WE 0106 MSUM Moorhead, MN 4:00p www.mnstate.edu

3.15 3.11 Women’s Week Exhibition Reception Reineke Visual Arts Gallery, NDSU Fargo, ND 4:30p-6:00p

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Awesome Art Afternoon RDJ Rec Center 1104 2nd Ave S Fargo, ND 1:00p-4:00p 701-241-8160 www.fargoparks.com

“Shop Till You Drop” Moorhead Ice Show Moorhead Sports Center 324 24th St S Moorhead, MN 7:00p 218-299-5340 www.cityofmoorhead.com

MSUM Concert Choir Our Redeemer Lutheran Church 1000 14th St South Moorhead, MN 7:30p 218.477.2101 www.mnstate.edu

3.13

Faculty Trombone and Euphonium Recital by Nat Dickey Hvidsten Hall Christiansen Recital Hall Concordia College Moorhead, MN 7:30p – 9:00p 218-299-4515 www.cord.edu

FAMILY 3.9

3.14 – 3.15 º

3.13 ‚

3.14

10:00a-4:00p 701-241-8160 www.fargoparks.com

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Wine Tasting Event & “Live at the Lodge”: Pro Fusion Jazz Trio The Lodge on Lake Detroit Detroit Lakes, MN 5:30 - 10:00p 800-761-VIEW www.thelodgeonlakedetroit.com

EVENT 3.10

“Probing the Structure of Exotic Nuclei” Centennial Research Scholar Lecture Birkeland Alumni Lounge Concordia College Moorhead, MN 7:00p www.cord.edu

Watercolor for Two Plains Art Museum 704 1st Ave N Fargo, ND 1:30p-4:00p 701-232-3821 www.plainsart.org

THEATRE & PERFORMING ARTS 3.9 – 3.15 ‚ “Box Office of the Damned” Fargo-Moorhead Community Theatre 333 4th Street South Fargo, ND 7:30p 701-235-6778 www.fmct.org

FESTIVAL 3.15 Celtic Festival Hjemkomst Center 202 First Avenue North Moorhead, MN

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3.14

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Downtown 81 NDSU Department of Visual Arts and Fargo Theatre 314 Broadway Fargo, ND 7:00p

3.13 & 3.15

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“The Boys Next Door” by Tom Griffin A Senior Thesis Project Lab Theatre Concordia College Moorhead, MN 8:00p www.cord.edu

MAR 16 - MAR 22 MUSIC 3.16 Concordia Chapel Choir Home Concert Trinity Lutheran Church 210 South 7th St Moorhead 7:30p 218-299-4515

EVENT 3.20 State of the Cities Address Courtyard by Marriott and Moorhead Area Conference Center 1080 28th Avenue South Moorhead, MN 7:30a-9:00a 218-359-0511 kelli@fmchamber.com

THEATRE & PERFORMING ARTS 3.16 “Box Office of the Damned” Fargo-Moorhead Community Theatre 333 4th Street South Fargo, ND 58103 2:00p 701-235-6778 www.fmct.org

SPORTS & RECREATION 3.25 MSUM Women’s Softball MSUM v University of Mary Moorhead, MN 3:00p 218-477-2622

FESTIVAL 3.17 0

3.13 – 3.15 ) “Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” Oak Grove Musical Scheels Center 124 N Terrace Fargo, ND 7:30p www.oakgrovelutheran.com

SPORTS AND RECREATION 3.13 Fargo-Moorhead Jets Hockey Fargo v. Southern Minnesota Express Carlson Coliseum 7:30p 701-235-2354 www.fmjets.com

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St. Patrick’s Day Irish Dancers Presentation Sisters 1101 32nd Ave S Fargo, ND 218- 236-9900

FAMILY 3.16 “Shop Till You Drop” Moorhead Ice Show Moorhead Sports Center 324 24th St S Moorhead, MN 2:00p 218-299-5340 www.cityofmoorhead.com

3.22 Watercolor for Two Plains Art Museum 704 1st Ave N Fargo, ND 1:30p-4:00p 701-232-3821 www.plainsart.org

3.14 MSUM Women’s Tennis MSUM v North Dakota Courts Plus 3491 S University Fargo, ND 1:00p www.msumdragons.com

3.21 MSUM Women’s Tennis MSUM v Mary Moorhead, MN 6:00p 218-477-2622 www.msumdragons.com

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ENTERTAINMENT

3.10

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MAR 23 - MAR 29

7:30p 701-235-2354 www.fmjets.com

MUSIC 3.28 0

Concordia Senior Honors Concert Museum Auditorium 901 8th St S Moorhead. MN 7:30p 218-299-4515 www.cord.edu

3.20 MSUM Percussion Ensemble Center for the Arts CA0121, MSUM Moorhead, MN 7:30p 218.477.2101 www.mnstate.edu

NDSU Women’s Softball NDSU v UMKC Fargo, ND 12:00p and 2:00p www.gobison.com

3.29 THEATRE & PERFORMING ARTS 3.27 – 3.29 ‚ “The Little Foxes” Tin Roof Theatre Company Main Avenue Theatre 716 Main Avenue Fargo, North Dakota 7:30p 701-306-5843 www.tinrooftheatre.org

EVENT 3.27 Breakfast Buzz: Employee Retention Love the One You’re With Skills & Technology Training Center 1305 North 19th Avenue Fargo, ND 7:15a-8:30a 701- 233-1100 info@fmchamber.com

Fargo-Moorhead Jets Hockey Fargo v.Southern Minnesota Express Carlson Coliseum 7:05p 701-235-2354 www.fmjets.com

MAR 30 - APR 5 ART EXHIBITIONS 4.3 – 4.5 Baccalaureate Exhibition: Neil Anderson Reineke Visual Arts Gallery, NDSU Fargo, ND Mon-Fri 10:00a-5:00p 701-231-2272

MUSIC 4.4

3.29 MSUM Gala Concert Center for the Arts CA0121, MSUM Moorhead, MN 7:30p 218.477.2101 www.mnstate.edu

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3.29

3.29 image courtesy of concordia college

The Concordia Trio/J Cohen.

Violin, E Slezak/Cello, D Worth/Piano Hvidsten Hall Christiansen Recital Hall Concordia College Moorhead, MN 7:30p-8:30p 218-299-4515 www.cord.edu

SPORTS & RECREATION 3.25 MSUM Women’s Softball MSUM v University of Mary Moorhead, MN 3:00p www.msumdragons.com

3.28 Fargo-Moorhead Jets Hockey Fargo v Southern Minnesota Express Carlson Coliseum

Dueling Divas featuring Cynthia Lawrence & Stella Zambalis Festival Concert Hall, NDSU Fargo, ND 8:00p

4.4 Percussion Learning Bank Concert Memorial Auditorium North Gym Concordia College Moorhead, MN 10:00a & 1:00p 218-299-4515 www.cord.edu

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Concordia Days of Percussion Memorial Auditorium/Hvidsten Hall of Music 901 8th St S Moorhead, MN All day 218-299-4515 www.cord.edu

Red River International Conference on World Literature The Alumni Center North Dakota State University 1241 N. University Drive Fargo, ND TBA

4.5 Concordia Percussion Ensemble Concert Memorial Auditorium 901 8th St S Moorhead, MN 2:00p 218-299-4515 www.cord.edu

4.5 Lake Agassiz Band: Spring Concert Weld Hall WE0106, MSUM Moorhead, MN 3:00p 218.477.2101 www.mnstate.edu

EVENT 4.2 Chamber Cafe: “What’s Happening to Marketing?”

Hjemkomst Center 202 First Avenue North Moorhead, MN 218-233-1100 info@fmchamber.com

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“12 Angry Men/12 Angry Women” (in rep) Fargo-Moorhead Community Theatre 333 4th Street South Fargo, ND 7:30p www.fmct.org

4.3 Chamber Choice Spotlight Breakfast Best Western Doublewood Inn 3333 13th Avenue South Fargo, ND 7:30a-9:00a 701-233-1100 lanelle@fmchamber.com

4.4 Baccalaureate Exhibition Reception: Neil Anderson Reineke Visual Arts Gallery, NDSU Fargo, ND 6:30p-8:00p 701-231-2272

FAMILY 4.5 Kid Quest: Painting With Clay Plains Art Museum 704 1st Ave N Fargo, ND 701-232-3821 www.plainsart.org

THEATRE & PERFORMING ARTS 4.3 – 4.5 º

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ENTERTAINMENT

4.5

“The Night of the Iguana” Frances Frazier Comstock Theatre Concordia College Moorhead, MN 8:00p www.cord.edu

4.3 – 4.5 “The Little Foxes” Tin Roof Theatre Company Main Avenue Theatre 716 Main Avenue Fargo, North Dakota 7:30p 701-306-5843 www.tinrooftheatre.org

SPORTS & RECREATION 4.3 – 4.5 2008 USA Broomball National Tournament Southwest Arena 4404 23rd Ave SW Fargo, ND 58103 701-241-1350

3.30 NDSU Women’s Softball NDSU v UMKC Fargo, ND 11:00a www.gobison.com

event calendar 4.1 MSUM Women’s Tennis MSUM v Bemidji State Moorhead, MN 1:00p 218-477-2622 www.msumdragons.com

4.8 ‚

First Presbyterian Church 650 2nd Ave N Fargo, ND 4:00p 218-233-8397 www.fmsymphony.org

Mannheim Steamrollers “Fresh Aire” FargoDome 1800 University Drive Fargo, ND 7:30p 701- 241-9100

4.6 NDSU Women’s Softball NDSU v Western Illinois Fargo, ND 12:00p and 2:00p www.gobison.com

Concordia Vocal Jazz Ensemble Concert Concordia College, Christiansen Recital Hall 901 8th St S Moorhead 7:30p 218-299-4515

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4.5

4.5 – 4.13 ‚ Men’s World Curling Championship Ralph Engelstad Arena Grand Forks, ND www.worldmenscurling2008.com

4.6 Dueling Divas featuring Cynthia Lawrence & Stella Zambalis Festival Concert Hall NDSU, Fargo 2:00p

4.8 Symphonia and Handbells Concert Orchestra Hall North Choral Room Hvidsten Hall of Music Concordia College 901 8th St S Moorhead 7:30p 218-299-4515

4.11

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Trombone Masterclass featuring John Fedchock Beckwith Recital Hall NDSU Fargo, ND 218-359-4529

APR 6 - APR 12 MUSIC 4.6 Chamber Concert III A Rapturous Evening of Rave Fargo Moorhead Symphony Orchestra

4.6 ) Three Choirs Concert Concordia College, Memorial Auditorium 901 8th St S Moorhead 2:00p 218-299-4515

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4.12 Empire Brass Concordia College Memorial Auditorium 901 8th St S Moorhead 7:30p 218-299-4366

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The Jazz Arts Big Band featuring: John Fedchock Fargo Theatre 314 Broadway 8:00p 218-359-4JAZZ www.jazzartsfm.com.events_artist3. html

4.12 Wine Tasting Event & “Live at the Lodge”: Christine Rosholt, vocalist, Tim Sparks, Guitar The Lodge on Lake Detroit Detroit Lakes, MN 5:30 - 10p 800-761-VIEW www.thelodgeonlakedetroit.com

4.11 Honor Band and Collage Concert Memorial Auditorium Main Gym Concordia College Moorhead, MN 7:30p-930p 218-299-4366 www.cord.edu

MUSEUM 4.12 Vietnam War 2008 Fargo Air Museum Fargo ND Daily www.fargoairmuseum.org

FAMILY 4.11 – 4.12 0 El Zagal Shrine Circus Fargodome 1800 University Drive, Fargo, ND 12:00p-5:00p 218-235-7521 www.elzagal.org

4.12 Saturday StorytimePreschool Storytime Fargo Public Library – Carlson

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2801 32nd Ave. S Fargo, ND 10:30a-11:00a www.fargolibrary.org

THEATRE & PERFORMING ARTS 4.6 “The Night of the Iguana” Frances Frazier Comstock Theatre Concordia College Moorhead, MN 8:00p www.cord.edu

4.6 – 4.12 “12 Angry Men.12 Angry Women” (in rep) Fargo-Moorhead Community Theatre 333 4th Street South Fargo, ND 7:30p www.fmct.org

701-306-5843 www.tinrooftheatre.org

SPORTS & RECREATION 4.6 2008 USA Broomball National Tournament Southwest Arena 4404 23rd Ave SW Fargo, ND 701-241-1350

4.10 ‚ Harlem Globetrotters Fargodome 1800 University Drive Fargo, ND 7:00p

4.7 NDSU Dept of Visual Arts Fargo Theatre 314 Broadway Fargo, ND 7:00p 701-231-9564 www.ndsu.edu.finearts

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ENTERTAINMENT

4.12

4.6 “The Little Foxes” Tin Roof Theatre Company Main Avenue Theatre 716 Main Avenue Fargo, North Dakota 2:00p

4.12 NDSU Men’s Baseball NDSU v. Southern Utah Fargo, ND 4:00p www.gobison.com

APR 13 - APR 19 ART EXHIBITIONS 4.14 – 4.19 Concordia Senior Art Exhibition Cyrus M. Running Gallery 901 8th St S Moorhead 9:30a -4:30p Monday-Friday 1:00-4:00p Sunday 218-299-4623

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Concordia Band Concert Memorial Auditorium 901 8th St S Moorhead, MN 5:00p 218-299-4515 www.cord.edu

4.13 MSUM Symphony Concert Festival Hall, NDSU Fargo, ND 2:00p 218.477.2101 www.msumdragons.com

Center for the Arts CA0121, MSUM Moorhead, MN 7:30p 218.477.2101 www.msumdragons.com

4.18 MSUM Snowfire Concert Weld Hall WE0106, MSUM Moorhead, MN 7:30p 218.477.2101 www.msumdragons.com

4.19 Masterworks V - Carmina BuranaFargo Moorhead Symphony Orchestra Festival Concert Hall, NDSU Fargo, ND 8:00p 218-233-8397 www.fmsymphony.org

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4.19 º Bon Jovi ”The Lost Highway Tour” Fargodome 1800 University Drive, Fargo, ND 7:00p www.ticketmaster.com

4.15 Concordia Jazz Ensemble Concert Orchestra Hall.North Choral Room Hvidsten Hall of Music 901 8th St S Moorhead, MN 7:30 PM 218-299-4515

4.15 MSUM Jazz Ensemble Center for the Arts CA0121, MSUM Moorhead, MN 7:30p 218.477.2101 www.msumdragons.com

4.16 MSUM Jazz Guitar Ensemble

EVENT 4.17 Business After Hours Ramada Plaza & Suites and Conference Center 1635 42nd Street South Fargo, ND 4:30p-6:30p 218-359-0515 lanelle@fmchamber.com

4.19 Dragon Fire Walk for Athletics Nemzek Hall MSUM Campus 1104 7th Ave S Moorhead, MN 8:00a -12:00p 701-200-5091 walkathn@mnstate.edu http:..www.dragonwalk.com

4.12 Mrs. North Dakota International Fargo South High School Theater 1840 15th Ave S Fargo, ND 7:00p 701-232-3196 www.ndpageants.com

MUSEUM 4.13 – 4.19 Vietnam War 2008 Fargo Air Museum Fargo ND Daily www.fargoairmuseum.org

THEATRE & PERFORMING ARTS 4.13 “12 Angry Men/12 Angry Women” (in rep) Fargo-Moorhead Community Theatre 333 4th Street South Fargo, ND www.fmct.org

4.18 – 4.19 Floyd Collins by Adam Guettel & Tina Landau Askanase Auditorium, NDSU Fargo, ND 7:30p www.ticketmaster.com

4.16 – 4.19 ‚ “The Last Days of Judas Iscariot” Gaede Stage, MSUM Moorhead, MN 218-477-2271 www.msumdragons.com

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MUSIC 4.13

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SPORTS & RECREATION 4.13 NDSU Men’s Baseball NDSU v Southern Utah Fargo, ND 1:00p www.gobison.com

4.15 MSUM Women’s Softball MSUM v University of Mary Moorhead, MN 3:00p 218-477-2622 www.msumdragons.com

4.15 NDSU Men’s Baseball NDSU v Mary Fargo, ND 3:00p www.gobison.com

4.14 MSUM Women’s Tennis MSUM v Upper Iowa Courts Plus 3491 University Dr S Fargo, ND 5:00p 218-477-2622 www.msumdragons.com

218.477.2101 www.mnstate.edu

4.20 Masterworks V - Carmina Burana Fargo Moorhead Symphony Orchestra Festival Concert Hall, NDSU Fargo, ND 2:00p 218-233-8397 www.fmsymphony.org

EVENT 4.23 Kids Are Our Business Breakfast Rape and Abuse Crisis Center 317 Eighth Street North Fargo, ND TBA 701-293-7273 www.raccf.com

MUSEUM 4.20 – 4.26 Vietnam War 2008 Fargo Air Museum Fargo ND Daily www.fargoairmuseum.org

FAMILY 4.26 ‚ Garden Party Rheault Farm Bunkhouse 2902 25th St S Fargo, ND 1:30p-4:30p 701-241-8160 www.fargoparks.com

4.24 Breakfast Buzz: “5 Ways to Super Profits” Skills & Technology Training Center 1305 North 19th Avenue Fargo, ND 7:15a-8:30a 701-233-1100 info@fmchamber.com

4.24 º

APR 20 - APR 26 MUSIC 4.20 MSUM Wind Ensemble Weld Hall WE0106, MSUM Moorhead, MN 4:00p

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FESTIVAL 4.22 Earth Day Festival Lord Livingston Library, LI A300W MSUM Moorhead, MN 8:00a www.mnstate.edu

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image courtesy of fmct

Annual Days of Wine & Roses Fargo-Moorhead Community Theatre annual Fundraiser Ramada Plaza & Suites 1635 42nd Street SW Fargo, ND 6:00p-9:00p

THEATRE & PERFORMING ARTS 4.21 – 4.23 One Act Festival Advanced Directing Class Lab Theatre Concordia College

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Moorhead, MN 8:00p www.cord.edu

MSUM Jazz Composition Weld Hall WE 0106, MSUM Moorhead, MN 3:00p 218.477.2101 www.mnstate.edu

“Annie” GateCity Bank Theatre FargoDome 1800 University Drive Fargo, ND 58102 7:30p 701-241-9100 www.fargodome.com

4.24 – 4.26 “The Dead Guy” by Eric Coble Theatre B 716 Main Avenue 701-729-8880 www.theatreb.org

4.24 – 4.26 ‚

image courtesy of Shane Toutges

“Twigstock” by Pam J Gibb Moorhead Sr. High Auditorium 2300 4th Ave S, Moorhead, MN 7:30p www.moorhead.k12.mn.us

image courtesy of the fargodome

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5.3

SPORTS & RECREATION 4.23 MSUM Women’s Softball MSUM v. Bemidji State Moorhead, MN 3:00p 218-477-2622 www.msumdragons.com

4.25 MSUM Women’s Softball MSUM v Northern State Moorhead, MN 3:00p 218-477-2622 www.msumdragons.com

Concordia Commencement Concert Concordia Memorial Auditorium 901 8th St S Moorhead 7:30p 218-299-4515 www.cord.edu

EVENT 5.3 ‚ Spring Gala Thinking Spring: A Model Night Plains Art Museum 704 1st Ave N Fargo, ND 7:00p 701-232-3821 www.plainsart.org

4.26 NDSU Men’s Baseball NDSU v Oakland (Mich) Fargo, ND 1:00P & 4:00p www.gobison.com

4.22

4.26 An Evening of Dance Hansen Theatre, MSUM Moorhead, MN 7:30p www.mnstate.edu

APR 27 – MAY 3 MUSIC 4.27 Oratorio Concert Concordia College Memorial Auditorium 901 8th St S Moorhead 4:00p 218-299-4515 www.cord.edu

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Zenon Dance Company Hansen Theatre, MSUM Moorhead, MN 7:30p www.mnstate.edu

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ENTERTAINMENT

MUSEUM 4.27 – 5.3 ‚ Vietnam War 2008 Fargo Air Museum Fargo ND Daily www.fargoairmuseum.org

4.27 NDSU Women’s Softball NDSU v. IPFW Fargo, ND 12:00p www.gobison.com

MAY 4 – MAY 10 ART EXHIBITIONS 5.5 – 5.10 Juried Watermedia Exhibition Red River Watercolor Society Hjemkomst Interpretive Center 202 1st Ave N Moorhead, MN 701-293-3736 www.redriverws.org

EVENT 5.7

image courtesy of fargo air museum

Chamber Cafe: "The End Goal or the Beginning" Hjemkomst Center 202 First Avenue North Moorhead, MN 11:45a-1:00p 218-233-1100 info@fmchamber.com

THEATRE & PERFORMING ARTS 5.1 – 5.3 “The Dead Guy” by Eric Coble Theatre B 716 Main Avenue 701.729.8880 www.theatreb.org

SPORTS & RECREATION 4.27 ‚

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NDSU Men’s Baseball NDSU v Oakland (Mich) Fargo, ND 4:00P www.gobison.com

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4.29 NDSU Men’s Baseball NDSU v Concordia Moorhead Fargo, ND 2:00p www.gobison.com

5.2 NDSU Women’s Softball NDSU v Southern Utah Fargo, ND 3:00p and 5:00p www.gobison.com

5.3 NDSU Women’s Softball NDSU VS Southern Utah Fargo, ND 12:00P www.gobison.com

MUSEUM 5.4 – 5.10 Vietnam War 2008 Fargo Air Museum Fargo ND Daily www.fargoairmuseum.org

FAMILY 5.10 Share a Story Rheault Farm 2902 25th Street South Fargo, ND 10:30a-4:00p 701-241-8160 www.fargoparks.com

5.10 Saturday StorytimePreschool Storytime Fargo Public Library – Carlson 2801 32nd Ave. S Fargo, ND 10:30a-11:00a www.fargolibrary.org

event calendar THEATRE & PERFORMING ARTS 5.8 – 5.10

EVENT 5.16 – 5.17 0 Fargo Marathon: Go Far! Fargo, ND 8:00a www.fargomarathon.com

“The Dead Guy” by Eric Coble Theatre B 716 Main Avenue 701.729.8880 www.theatreb.org

MUSEUM 5.11 – 5.17

5.8 – 5.9 Silver Follies present "Li'l Abner" Fargo-Moorhead Community Theatre 333 Fourth Street South Fargo, ND Vary 701-235-6778 www.fmct.org

THEATRE & PERFORMING ARTS 5.15 – 5.17

5.9 MSUM 16mm Film Production Final Showing Weld Hall WE0106, MSUM Moorhead, MN 5:30p www.mnstate.edu

5.11, 5.15 – 5.16

ART EXHIBITIONS 5.11 – 5.17 Juried Watermedia Exhibition Red River Watercolor Society Hjemkomst Interpretive Center 202 1st Ave N Moorhead, MN 701-293-3736 www.redriverws.org

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5.7 0

MAY 11 – MAY 17

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“The Dead Guy” by Eric Coble Theatre B 716 Main Avenue 701.729.8880 www.theatreb.org

SPORTS & RECREATION NDSU Men's Baseball NDSU v Minnesota Fargo, ND 6:30p www.gobison.com

Vietnam War 2008 Fargo Air Museum Fargo ND Daily www.fargoairmuseum.org

Silver Follies present "Li'l Abner" Fargo-Moorhead Community Theatre 333 Fourth Street South Fargo, ND 5/11 2:30p; 5/15-5/16 7:30p 701-235-6778 www.fmct.org

SPORTS & RECREATION 5.15 – 5.17 NDSU Men’s Baseball NDSU v South Dakota State Fargo, ND 5/15 -6:30p, 5/16 – 3:00p & 6:00p, 5/17 – 1:00p www.gobison.com

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event calendar THEATRE & PERFORMING ARTS 5.18 ‚

ART EXHIBITIONS 5.18 – 5.24 Juried Watermedia Exhibition Red River Watercolor Society Hjemkomst Interpretive Center 202 1st Ave N Moorhead, MN 701-293-3736 www.redriverws.org

Silver Follies present "Li'l Abner" Fargo-Moorhead Community Theatre 333 Fourth Street South Fargo, ND 2:30P 701-235-6778 www.fmct.org

image courtesy of the fargo /moorhead redhawks / Li'l Abner image courtesy of fmct

ENTERTAINMENT

MAY 18 – MAY 24

Breakfast Buzz: "Making the Leap to a Brand New Future" Skills & Technology Training Center 1305 North 19th Avenue Fargo, ND 7:15a- 8:30a

MUSEUM 5.18 – 5.24 ‚

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Vietnam War 2008 Fargo Air Museum Fargo ND Daily www.fargoairmuseum.org

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EVENT 5.22

FAMILY 5.23 Redhawks Home Opener Redhawks v Gary Southshore Railcats 1515 15th Ave N Fargo, ND 7:00p 701-235-6161 www.fmredhawks.com

5.24 ) Redhawks Game Redhawks v Gary Southshore Railcats 1515 15th Ave N Fargo, ND 6:00p 701-235-6161 www.fmredhawks.com

PACODES Book Bash Benefiting the PACODES (Panyijiar Community Development Services ) effort to build and maintain the first library in Panyijiar County, Southern Sudan, Africa, and furnish the library with books.

Silent Art Auction | Entertainment | Hor d’oeuvres | Cash Bar May 22nd – 6:30p-8:30p Ramada Plaza & Suites $25 in advance, $35 at the door Tickets available at all area Hornbacher’s Stores May 1st.

sponsored by:

Cheryl Nelson Lossett Performing Arts Series VocalEssence Ensemble Singers Music that stirs the soul

Saturday, April 12, 2008 • 7:30 p.m.

Trinity Lutheran Church, Moorhead “luxuriant sound…performing with tonal purity and technical mastery.”

The Minneapolis Star Tribune

Zenon Dance Company

Fresh, creative and ever-changing Tuesday, April 22, 2008 • 7:30 p.m.

Hansen Theatre • Roland Dille Center for the Arts “Zenon’s dancers are fast, willing, often risky, and wonderfully personable; the dancing is fully committed and razor-sharp.”

The Minneapolis Star Tribune

Tickets are on sale now!

Call the MSUM Box Office for more information.

218-477-2271 • Mon-Fri 12-4 PM Minnesota State University Moorhead is an equal opportunity educator and employer and a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system.

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YOUR GUIDE TO TH E BEST IN LOC AL CR AVI NGS

THE OPEN EDITORIAL TEAM SCOURS THE CITY TO PROVIDE YOU WITH THE METRO AREA’S MOST COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO THE BEST RESTAURANTS AND BARS. FEATURES /// Nicole's Fine Pastry, Juanos Downtown Fargo, Babbs Coffee Shop, Duane's House Of Pizza, Santa Lucia, Krolls Diner NEW RESTAURANTS /// Las Vegas Buffet, Spitfire Grill, Mondo’s, New York New York Fresh Deli These listings bear no relationship to advertising in OPEN Magazine. They are a selective guide to establishments recommended by OPEN Magazine. Visits are anonymous and all expenses are paid by OPEN Magazine. New restaurants are generally allowed six weeks to establish themselves before OPEN Magazine makes a first visit. OPEN Picks are determined by food quality, menu selection, service, ambiance and value. The pricing indicator within OPEN Magazine’s restaurant listing takes into account what a typical patron might spend at the establishment. The editorial team takes into account time of day a patron is likely to visit as well as style of restaurant to determine if a typical dining experience may consist of a simple salad or sandwich to an evening dining event complete with appetizer, dinner, dessert and beverage service. PLEASE NOTE: Although some restaurants in the area are noted in the higher cost bracket, all restaurants have lower cost options that are available.

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NICHOLE’S FINE PASTRY

Melt through the seasons with truffles, tarts and other exquisite treats at Nichole’s Fine Pastry in downtown Fargo. Inspired by nature’s changing bounties throughout spring, summer, fall and winter you’ll find seasonal fruits, spices and other high quality ingredients interpreted through pastry. Make a connection with a friend over a fruit tart or cheesecake. Share a first date at an intimate table with espresso and Pétit Fours; the silky, creamy elegance of Nichole’s is intended to be shared.

13 SOUTH EIGHTH STREET | FARGO, ND | 701.232.6434

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BABB’S COFFEE HOUSE

Let Babb’s Coffee House, A Taste of Seattle, customize a beverage and invite you into their “gigantic living room” for treats and lunch options made with artistry in Babb’s kitchen. If you’re wondering why the barista asks so many questions about your coffee it is because Babb’s is fueled by creative, personalized service. Their syrups are blended by Babb’s and are made with pure cane sugar and other natural ingredients to keep your drinks balanced. Accept an invitation to Babb’s.

604 MAIN AVENUE | DT FARGO, ND | 701.271.0222

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KROLL’S DINER

Perfecting home-style cooking for 40-years, Kroll’s has the authority to tell us to “Sit down and eat!” Head to Kroll’s and taste the pride of shakes made with real ice cream –your sweet tooth will sing on Shakey, Shakey Monday when you can get two for the price of one milk shake. Bring the family to Kroll’s any time for “Burger Fest,” five burgers with trimmings, five drinks and a clan-sized order of fries for $20.00.

1033 45TH STREET | FARGO, ND | 701.492.2319 2901 MAIN AVENUE | FARGO, ND | 701.476.3090

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DUANE’S HOUSE OF PIZZA

Head to Duane’s House of Pizza to experience fresh dough made from scratch and a pizza recipe that has a following. You will feel like extended family when you taste the freshness and care that comes from the quality thin and pan crust pizzas that Duane’s has been serving up for over 47 years. Offering zesty meats to vegetarian options - call for deliveries, or stop in and sit down at either the Fargo or Moorhead location.

2223 HIGHWAY 10 EAST | MOORHEAD, MN | 218.236.0550 1629 SOUTH UNIVERSITY DRIVE | FARGO, ND | 701.232.8908

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JUANO’S DOWNTOWN

The search is over for authentic Mexican cuisine – find it at Juano’s multiple locations in Fargo, Moorhead. To celebrate food in the spirit of the Native Aztecs feast upon Chile Relleno, a de-veined Poblano pepper stuffed with cheese, lightly battered and deepfried. Or try Juano’s signature dish, El Paso, to enjoy a succulent enchilada filled with meat and cheese topped with fresh vegetables. Just a taste and you’ll know you have the real thing….seek it out at Juano’s Downtown.

402 BROADWAY | DOWNTOWN FARGO, ND | 701.232.3123

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SANTA LUCIA

Love is the inspiration making Santa Lucia as steadfast as their namesake, the first ship to sail the Mediterranean - you will see collages of family sharing life together when you walk through the doors. Bring your beloved to Santa Lucia and try genuine Greek and Italian favorites. Ask for the Chicken Corfu. The juicy chicken marinade will pop in your mouth while the crunch of filo dough with savory feta and spinach will resonate on your tongue and expand to your soul.

1109 38TH STREET SOUTH | FARGO, ND | 701.281.8656

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FAMILY :: Applebee’s, Bennigan’s, Buffalo Wild Wings, Chile’s Southwest Grill, Cold Stone Creamer y, Doolittle’s, Duane’s House of Pizza, Famous Dave’s BBQ, Granite City, Green Mill, Hu Hot, Johnny Carino’s, King House Buffet, Kroll’s Diner, Mexican Village, Moe’s Southwest Grill, North Town Grill, Old Chicago, Olive Garden, Paradiso, Passages Café – Radisson Hotel, Passage to India, Red Lobster, Ruby Tuesdays, Saffron, Space Alien’s Grill and Bar, Speak Easy, Spitfire Bar and Grill, Texas Roadhouse, TGI Friday’s, Toscana Restaurant LIVE MUSIC / DANCING :: Basie’s on 42nd Street, Big D’s, Borrowed Buck’s Roadhouse, Broken Axe, Divas and Rockstars, Fargo Cork and Cleaver, Fort Noks Bar of Gold, HoDo, Hooligans, Mr. G’s, Old Broadway, Spirit’s Lounge and Casino, The Hub ON THE GO :: Applebee’s, Atomic Coffee, Babb’s, Barbara’s 1st and Deli, Bertrosa’s on Broadway, Boppa’s Bagels, Buffalo Wild Wings, Café Muse at Plains Art Museum, Cold Stone Creamer y, Dakota Soda, Erbert’s and Gerberts, Fair Winds Café and Fitness, Green Market, Jimmy Johns, Moe’s Southwest Grill, Moxie Java, Nichole’s Fine Pastr y, Pita Pit, Qdoba Mexican Grill, Ristorante Isabella, Sandy’s Donuts and Coffee Shop LOCAL FARE :: Barbara’s 1st and Deli, Green Market, HoDo, Littlefield’s Wine Bar, Monte’s, Nichole’s Fine Pastr y, Ristorante Isabella, Sarello’s, Silver Spoon, Spitfire Bar and Grill, Toscana Restaurant PRE.NIGHT STARTERS :: Applebee’s, Bennigan’s, Big D’s, Broken Axe, Buffalo Wild Wings, Chili’s Southwest Grill, Dakota Grill Rotisserie,

Doolittles, Fort Noks Bar of Gold, Granite City, Green Mill, Grizzly’s Grill ‘N Saloon, Hodo, Hooligan’s, J.T. Cigaro, Johnny Carinos, Juano’s, Littlefield’s Wine Bar, Mexican Village, Monte’s, Mr. G’s, O’Lear y’s Pub, Old Broadway, Old Chicago, Olive Garden, Paradiso, Ruby Tuesday, Space Alien’s Grill & Bar, Speak Easy, Spitfire Bar & Grill, Spirit’s Lounge and Casino, Sport’s Bar, Stoker’s, Texas Roadhouse, TGI Fridays, The Hub, The Tur f, The Winer y LUNCH :: Applebee’s, Barbara’s 1st and Deli, Basie’s on 42nd Street, Bennigan’s, Bertrosa’s on Broadway, Boppa’s Bagels, Buffalo Wild Wings, Chili’s Southwest Grill, Dakota Grill Rotisserie, Doolittles, Erberts and Gerberts, Fair Winds Café and Fitness, Famous Daves BBQ, Fargo Cork and Cleaver, Galler y Restaurant and Café, Granite City, Grazie’s Italian Grill, Green Market, Green Mill, Grizzly’s Grill ‘N Saloon, HoDo, Hooligans, HuHot, Jimmy Johns, Johnny Carino’s, Juano’s, King House Buffet, Kroll’s Diner, Leela Thai Cuisine, Mexican Village, Moe’s Southwest Grill, Nichole’s Fine Pastr y, North Town Grill, Old Chicago, Olive Garden, Paradiso, Passages Café – Radisson Hotel, Passage to India, Pita Pit, Qdoba Mexican Grill, Red Lobster, Ristorante Isabella, Ruby Tuesday, Saffron, Season’s at Rose Creek, Silver Spoon, Space Alien Grill & Bar, Speak Easy, Texas Roadhouse, TGI Fridays, Thai Orchid, The Palace, The Tur f, Toscana Restaurant, VIP Room SPORTS CROWD :: Applebee’s, Buffalo Wild Wings, Hooligan’s, J.T. Cigaro’s, O’Lear y’s Pub, Old Broadway, Space Aliens Grill & Bar, Spitfire Bar & Grill, Spirit’s Lounge and Casino, Sport’s Bar, The Hub, The Tur f

FINE DINING :: Basie’s on 42nd Street, Fargo Cork ‘N Cleaver, Galler y Restaurant and Café, Grazie’s Italian Grill, Green Market, HoDo, Leela Thai Cuisine, Littlefield’s Wine Bar, Monte’s, Nichole’s Fine Pastr y, Passages Café – Radisson Hotel, Ristorante Isabella, Saffron, Sarellos, Season’s at Rose Creek, Silver Spoon, The Winer y, Toscana Restaurant, VIP Room LIGHT EATS :: Applebee’s, Atomic Coffee, Babb’s, Barbara’s 1st and Deli, Basie’s on 42nd Street, Bennigan’s, Bertrosa’s on Broadway, Big D’s, Boppa’s Bagels, Broken Axe, Buffalo Wild Wings, Café Muse at the Plains Art Museum, Chili’s Southwest Grill, Cold Stone Creamer y, Dakota Grill Rotisserie, Dakota Soda, Doolittle’s, Erberts and Gerberts, Fair Winds Café and Fitness, Famous Dave’s BBQ, Fargo Cork ‘N Cleaver, Galler y Restaurant and Café, Granite City, Grazie’s Italian Grill, Green Market, Green Mill, Grizzly’s Grill ‘N Saloon, HoDo, Hooligan’s, HuHot, Jimmy Johns, Johnny Carino’s, Juano’s, Kroll’s Diner, Leela Thai Cuisine, Littlefield’s Wine Bar, Mexican Village, Monte’s, Moxie Java, Mr. G’s, Nichole’s Fine Pastr y, North Town Grill, O’Lear y’s Pub, Old Broadway, Old Chicago, Olive Garden, Paradiso, Passages Café – Radisson Hotel, Passage to India, Red Lobster, Ristorante Isabella, Ruby Tuesdays, Saffron, Santa Lucia, Sarello’s, Season’s at Rose Creek, Silver Spoon, Space Alien Grill & Bar, Speak Easy, Spitfire Bar & Grill, Spirit’s Lounge & Casino, Texas Roadhouse, TGI Fridays, Thai Orchid, The Palace, The Hub, The Tur f, The Winer y, Toscana Restaurant, VIP Room

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uring the month of February, one can hardly leave their doorstep without seeing images of hearts swollen beyond the capacity of even the most voluptuous chests, or mischievous cupids with bows drawn, ready to inflict unsuspecting singles with love potion arrows.

Along with these pervasive images, comes hope for some that one day true love or a lifelong mate, will waltz into their worlds and sweep them off their feet; but not just any mate, a soul mate.

The idea of soul mates is attractive. Who wouldn’t want to spend the rest of their lives with a divinely suited counterpart, one who “completes” the other, as Jerry McGuire would say? It is reasonable to want a partner who understands you; who is your best friend and confidant; who shares your vision, sense of adventure, or interests. This said, does the often idealized soul mate image create impossible criteria for anyone to fill?

Won’t unrealistic expectations lead to real disappointment?

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ship and shared purpose. If you are not soul mates, it is because you aren’t doing enough. Some couples have euphoric beginnings but that is all it is, a beginning.”

Chris Linnares, Brazilian Psychologist, Author, Speaker and Founder of Diva Dance, says, “I do believe in soul mates. I believe that when you find your soul mate, together you have a mission to become stronger and give more back to humanity and show even more light to the world.”

First Lady of North Dakota, Mikey Hoeven, states, “I’m not sure I agree with the notion of “soul mates”.

Regardless of whom your “mate” is I believe the secret to having a successful relationship is by working at it every single day. Anything worth having is worth the investment of time, nurturing and hard work.”

artwork by Darcy Simonson

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Not all interpretations of ‘soul mate’ are idealized, however, and it seems there are as many ideas about what a soul mate is as there are souls. While we admit to having been a bit starry-eyed while young and single, with dreamy expectations of predestined love, over the years we’ve determined that all sorts of soul connections are made throughout lifetimes and that these soul mates move in and out of our lives as we navigate through karma, love and lessons. We believe these soul mates appear in many forms, including friends, lovers, and adversaries. It’s our opinion that even the most difficult relationships can be a soul mate experience, with one person holding up a mirror for the other to look into. Often what that mirror reflects are the deepest (and sometimes darkest) aspects of ourselves and once we recognize them, internal change and growth is possible. Whether the soul mate experience is positive or negative, long or short-term, all leave a gift behind, if we choose to see it.

Not surprisingly, as business partners, longtime friends and likely soul mates, we share the same perspective on the topic. We are seldom satisfied by only one perspective however, so we asked some of our community’s most interesting and influential people to share theirs: According to Dr. Val Farmer, Psychologist and Columnist, “You don’t find a soul mate but you become soul mates. You do this through cultivating a loving marriage filled with daily acts of love, teamwork, deep emotional intimacy, fun companion-

Troy Parkinson, Medium and Filmmaker says, “I believe that soul mates do exist and I know I’m married to mine, but I don’t think you only have one, and you don’t have to have a sexual connection to be soul mates. Some of my strongest soul connections are with my best friends from high school, four guys who I know are my soul mates as well.”

Randy Wimmer of Wimmer’s Diamonds, whose work entails helping committed couples select the perfect symbol of union, reflects, “Very often I find myself eternally grateful for the foundation of my life - family, friends and inspirational acquaintances (folks I may not know, but I’ve been blessed with a chance to cross their path). Among them are many, many soul mates.

Pastor Shawnthea Monroe, formerly of First Congregational United Church of Christ in Moorhead shares, “I don’t believe in soul mates in the “today I marry my friend” sort of way. Rarely have I married a couple that I thought was uniquely or perfectly suited to one another. Usually, they have a good start - common interests and values, sparks of sexual chemistry, an ability to communicate effectively on a range of topics, and a real desire to make the other person happy. Getting married is easy. Staying married is hard work. But I do believe there are connections that are made between people that are soul connections - and my experience tells me this often happens outside of marriage, within friendships. There is something profound and holy about these relationships and they are easily misunderstood.”

Seeking these opinions was a fun exercise for us and though they are both varied and alike, they offer a glimpse into the unique ways people view the topic. Still, no matter what you think of romantic relationships or soul mates, not everyone appreciates Valentines Day. As Juliet Trnka, yoga instructor and Ayurvedic Practitioner, states,

“This stems from a very narrow concept of love in our society where romantic love is seen as the pinnacle of achievement. Why not take a different view? If you are alone on this holiday you have a wonderful opportunity to begin the work of the Self: fall in love with YOU and all the other doors of love open effortlessly.”

Whether you are alone, seeking, or already in a committed relationship, when cupid peers down upon you and your grocery cart from a flotilla above, don’t think of it as an affront to your status, or a reminder of the effort involved in relationships, but appreciate it for what it represents: a reminder to love and to accept love. When you do, Cupid’s dart might just find your heart.

Darcy Simonson and Sheila Sornsin are the creators of The Grateful Goddess

Poem by Ed Schafer, former Governor of North Dakota, US Secretary of Agriculture written to his soul mate, Nancy Schafer, for their 15th anniversary. Ed creates poetry each year to express his love and appreciation.

Soul Mate (sol mat) n. [ Colloq.]

1. a person, esp. of the opposite sex, with whom one has a deeply personal relationship 2. Nancy Schafer I love to watch her sleep, but she’s tossing tonight As we move back together again The elbows, knees and sharp angles of the day melt away And her curves smooth out my rough hollows My heart aches for her I want her to sleep comfortably; to be at peace I lay awake dreaming Recounting the blessings of fifteen years together That first exciting, passionate and happy love Now deeper, warmer, more enduring I love how she comforts me with her presence My biggest supporter, I smile—my biggest critic too She holds me when I cry and skips with me when I rejoice The prism for my colors and the key for my music I know she fell asleep praying for me That gives me peace And now, for her, it is my turn to pray Her hand is warm as I slip mine beneath hers It fits perfectly

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