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Lindsey Stirling To Wow Bluestem Amphitheater With Her Electric Violin

March 20, 2023

TJ Nelson,

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — She has been called one of the 21st century’s most innovative stars. Lindsey Stirling is an electronic violinist, dancer and artist. She’ll be performing Wednesday, August 23 at Bluestem Amphitheater in Moorhead. Stirling will be joined by Walk off the Earth, a Juno Award-winning multi-platinum musical phenomenon from the Toronto area. Tickets for the rain or shine…

Portrait of KVRR news anchor headed to State Historical Museum

The portrait was created by Bismarck artist Shane Balkowitsch

February 19, 2023

Alison Voorhees,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – A portrait of KVRR’s Emily Welker, created by Bismarck, North Dakota artist Shane Balkowitsch, will be part of the North Dakota State Historical Museum’s permanent collection. Balkowitsch says he created the portrait using “historic wet plate collodion process of silver on glass.” It’s entitled “Lady Of The News.” Subjects hold perfectly still for about 6 to…

Black visionary work displayed At West Acres Mall

A local visual artist is given the opportunity to put his work on display at West Acres Mall during an artist residency.

August 29, 2021

Clarissa Allen,

FARGO, ND (KVRR) — Franklin Ugochukwu is a Nigerian visual artist who uses his skills and imagination to share his voice and the stories of people through a single portrait. “The underlying message of my art and my work is love,” he said. Franklin says that it has been a heartwarming experience being able to connect with the public through…

Social Distancing: Turkeys Gone Wild

Plus, More Local Art Honoring Health Care Workers

May 15, 2020

Adam Ladwig,

I’ve really valued my afternoon runs during this pandemic. It’s a chance to forget all the doom and gloom headlines, get some fresh air, and stay fit in a way that’s pretty easy to maintain social distancing. Unless you run across a gang of these hooligans. I see a lot of turkeys when I run, but this was the…

Metro Pays Homage to Pets at Creatively Uncorked

the studio puts on the class once a month

July 28, 2019

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WEST FARGO, N.D. — It’s the perfect opportunity to tap into your creative side while also paying homage to one of the most–beloved members of the family. Creatively Uncorked in West Fargo hosts “Paint Your Pet” one Sunday a month. Whether you have been an artist all your life or have never even picked up a paint brush, artists…

Red Ball Sees Snow for the First Time After Traveling Around World

It's been to over 30 cities worldwide

October 10, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — You may have seen that big Red Ball around town this past week. Now, it sees snow for the very first time. The ball was placed in front of the Fargo Theatre for the final day of its Fargo tour. The Red Ball Project is a traveling public art piece by Kurt Perschke. It weighs 250 pounds and…

Creatively Uncorked Holds Open Studio

They have open studios in conjunction with the Red River Market

July 14, 2018

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FARGO, N.D. — Creatively Uncorked holds open studio in conjunction with the Red River Market. People can pop in and paint whatever they want. They also have classes, some of which have a theme, or an instructor can teach everyone how to create one specific painting. If you want to show your furry friends some love, there are even opportunities to…

JL Beers Coaster Contest Almost Over: Last Few Days to Submit Designs

The contest gives people a chance to show their artist talents and submit it for a chance to win a sleeve of their own coasters

May 27, 2018

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — For the second year, JL Beers is having their coaster contest and you only have until May 31st to submit your designs. The contest gives people a chance to show their artistic talents and submit it for a chance to win a sleeve of their own coasters. They also use them at the bar. This year is…

Some Big Names Coming to Bluestem Amphitheater This Summer

The nights of listening to music in the nice weather is closer than you may think

February 12, 2018

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FARGO, ND — The nights of listening to music in the nice weather is closer than you may think. Jade Presents is excited to announce their shows at Bluestem Amphitheater for the upcoming season. They will kick off the summer with Billy Currington on June 10th, then Nathaniel Rateliff on August 7th, Jason Mraz on August 29th and they…

“I Won’t Back Down: A Tribute to the Late Tom Petty” Concert Event in Fargo

Tickets for the tribute show are $15 in advance and $20 on the day of the show

January 10, 2018

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, ND — If you love the music of Tom Petty, you won’t want to miss a special tribute concert next month in Fargo. F-M artists are putting on “I Won’t Back Down: A Tribute to the Late Tom Petty” on Friday, February 2 at Sanctuary Events Center. Featured artists include Pat Lenertz Band, The Wicked Bees, The Human…