Good morning, Fargo.

Due to cold weather, the Skate with Santa event was moved indoors to Veterans Memorial Arena in West Fargo.

It ran from 1 to 3 yesterday and offered skating, letter writing, free hot chocolate plus cookies along with a toy drive donation opportunity.

Matt Perdue was elected by delegates at Saturday’s annual convention in Bismarck to lead the North Dakota Farmers Union; he is the 10th+ youngest president in its history and farms with his family near Ray.

Lil' Jimmy's, a gaming lounge on Kirsten Lane — which soft launched a month ago — held its grand opening weekend event from December 11 to 13, offering drinks for a dollar off and spins on the prize wheel that entered patrons into a grand-prize drawing.

On Saturday, Dec. 14, former Spirit Room patrons gathered at The Fine Arts Club for a final farewell event, sharing a lunch and program organized by Executive Director Dawn Morgan as the space closed after over 25 years of cultural programming (with hopes for future use).

The Classic Nutcracker

7 p.m. — Fargo Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience the magic of this beloved holiday classic brought to life on stage.

Post-Traumatic Funk Syndrome’s Have Yourself a Funky Little Christmas!

Post-Traumatic Funk Syndrome’s Have Yourself a Funky Little Christmas! returns to the Sanctuary Events Center on Friday, December 19 — a beloved Fargo holiday tradition powered by their iconic 12-piece horn band and festive, feel-good classics. If you can't make it to Friday, don't worry; they bring the groove back for a second night on Saturday, December 20.

Christmas Pop-up Painting Party

6-9 PM — THE ART BAR — Pre-registration required — Paint an adorable 'Christmas Highland Cow' with a community group on a 16x20 canvas.

Gnome Craft Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Unglued Craftatorium at Brewhalla — Registration required — Create your own festive gnome while learning about Norwegian folklore in a fun crafting experience.

Stained Glass Mosaic Gnome Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Unglued Craftatorium — Costs vary — Create colorful stained glass mosaic gnomes in this hands-on art class.

2025 Essentia Health West Fargo Winter Classic

10 a.m. — Essentia Health Plaza — Check event details for entry fees — Experience thrilling competition as top teams from North Dakota and Minnesota battle it out in the Winter Classic.

Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve

3-5 p.m. — FARGODOME — Tickets on sale starting September 12 — Experience the spectacular holiday fusion of rock and classical with a tribute to Beethoven's Last Night.

Fargo Force vs Lincoln Stars

6:05-7:35 p.m. — Scheels Arena — Cost info not provided — Catch the thrilling hockey action between the Fargo Force and Lincoln Stars on FloHockey.

Hygge Charm Jewelry Workshop

6-12 p.m. — Unglued Craftatorium — Ticket required — Create a cozy charm necklace or bracelet while embracing the Danish concept of hygge.

Nice Boy Haircut Concert

9:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. — Dempsey's Public House — Free entry — Enjoy a polished, high-energy cover band that keeps the dance floor moving all night long.