Good morning, Fargo.

Chutikun 'Chuti' Kanjanaruch, a doctoral student in animal sciences, received the Mary McCannel Gunkelman Award on May 2 at the Harry D.

McGovern Alumni Center (an honor given each year to someone who creates a friendly campus atmosphere). She said the award affirmed her efforts to bring kindness to others while supporting her research and community work.

Fargo Public Schools confirmed that Davies High School principal Troy Cody is stepping down to become an investment advisor at GoalQuest Financial Group in Fargo.

He led the school since 2012 and said his time there was the greatest honor of his career—leaving behind a legacy of academic excellence.

Today, the Audubon Society and Fargo Park District host a bird festival at Forest River Park where attendees use binoculars to spot migratory species+ including Baltimore orioles, glossy ibis, and winged warblers along the central flyway.

The event highlights the spring migration that adds to the 325 species living in the region year-round.

Fargo Police and Oversight Board held their first formal meeting of 2025 after an informal brown bag session on January 15 at Gateway Commons in the Fargo Police Department building.

The board discussed the possibility of changing to a citizen advisory committee, but no decision was made—City Commission will review the proposal on June 9.

Fargo Fire Chief Steve Dirksen will deliver his final annual report to the Fargo City Commission at its meeting on Monday at 5 p.m. at City Hall — outlining key department updates, and he will review new hires, retirements, planning goals — plus details from International Association of Firefighters Local 642 in 2024.

Fargo Police and Oversight Board met formally this year and held an informal brown bag session on January 15 at Gateway Commons in the police building to discuss a possible change to a citizen’s advisory committee that would allow the board to engage directly with the public.

No decision was made at the meeting — the Fargo City Commission will discuss any changes on June 9 with the final call made by the City Council.

Hail The Sun Concert

7-10 p.m. — The Aquarium — Tickets available — Experience the dynamic post-hardcore sound of Hail the Sun live on stage.

Find Your Kind 5K & Youth Run

BIO Girls’ 6th Annual Find Your Kind 5K & Youth Run is proudly presented by BCBSND Caring Foundation. Open to the community, register to run, walk or jog to support the BIO Girls mission of improving the mental health of adolescent girls across the Midwest.

Springtime Bluebirds Crafting Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Brewhalla — Registration includes all materials — Create your own colorful bluebird in this fun, beginner-friendly needle felting class.

Stained Glass Mountain Scene Workshop

3:30-5:30 p.m. — Brewhalla — Supplies included — Create a beautiful stained glass mountain scene while learning from an expert glass artist.

NDSU Spring Commencement

10 AM & 2 PM — FARGODOME — Free entry — Celebrate the achievements of graduates as they receive their degrees in a momentous ceremony.

FM USBC Annual Meeting & Awards Banquet

6-9 p.m. — Avalon Events Center — $35 before May 9th — Celebrate achievements with awards, dinner, and Hall of Fame induction.

Night at the Museum with Unglued: Crafting Experience

6-8 p.m. — Plains Art Museum — Ticket required — Get creative with candles and collages while enjoying the vibrant artwork of Anne Labovitz with a cash bar available.

Asian Night Market

4:30-9 p.m. — Fargo Air Museum — Free entry — Celebrate the vibrant spirit of AAPI culture with local vendors and traditional night market ambiance.

Stained Glass Hummingbird Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Brewhalla — Ticket required — Create a beautiful stained glass hummingbird to brighten your home this spring.

Fargo Marathon Festivities

7 PM — 33 17th Ave N, Fargo, ND — Free admission — Celebrate marathon weekend with an all-day family-friendly bash full of fun and festivities.