Charlie's Place Closing

New Dunkin Donuts, Property Tax Credit, Fargo Library Celebrates 125 Years

January 09, 2026

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Good afternoon, Fargo-Moorhead! Your weekend FM Scoop is fresh out of the freezer and ready to serve. We’ve stacked this edition higher than a triple scoop on a hot day, with local events, good news, and plenty of reasons to make the most of Friday through Sunday. Grab a spoon, settle in, and let’s take a look at what’s happening around town this weekend 🍦

In today’s FM Scoop:

  • Property Tax Credit

  • New Dunkin Donuts

  • Fargo Library Celebrates 125 years

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Scoops of the Day

Homeowners Reminded to Apply for Property Tax Credit 🏠

North Dakota homeowners are being urged to apply for the Primary Residence Credit Program, which can reduce a property tax bill by up to $1,600. The program, created in 2023 and expanded in 2025, is available to residents who own and live in their primary home. The application portal opened January 1, and more than 55,000 homeowners applied within the first six days, showing strong interest statewide.

State Tax Commissioner Brian Kroshus encouraged residents not to wait until the April 1 deadline, noting that delays often lead to missed opportunities. Some homeowners who combine this credit with other programs, such as military housing credits, may end up paying little to nothing in state property taxes. Applications are submitted online through the state tax website. For more details, read the full article here.

Dunkin Proposed Inside South Fargo Walmart ☕

A Dunkin location may be coming to Fargo. Public records show an application has been submitted to add a Dunkin inside the Walmart at 3757 55th Avenue South. The proposal outlines new tenant space within the store. The application lists a projected construction cost of $275,000 and an occupancy load of 18 people. No opening date or additional details have been announced at this time. For more details, read the full article here.

Fargo Public Library to Celebrate 125 Years 🎉

The Fargo Public Library is marking its 125th anniversary in 2026 with a public celebration on Saturday, January 10. The event will run from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and include historical photographs, memorabilia, book themed crafts, live music, and behind the scenes tours, giving residents a chance to explore the library’s past and present. The anniversary will also be celebrated through a series of special programs in the coming months, including a history themed trivia night on January 26, a Bookworm Birthday Bash and live performance by the JT Kennelly Band on February 28, and a presentation on the history of public libraries in North Dakota on March 24. These events aim to honor the library’s long standing role in the community. For more details, read the full article here.

The stories featured in FM Scoop are summarized with the assistance of AI and reviewed for accuracy. We do not claim credit for the original reporting. Our goal is to keep you informed about the latest happenings in the Fargo-Moorhead area while respecting the work of local journalists. For the full articles and details, please follow the provided links.

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A Swirl of Events

(Concerts, Community Events, Local Markets, Etc.)

Friday

CreativeMornings Fargo: Innovation ☕ – CreativeMornings Fargo hosts a morning talk on innovation at the Plains Art Museum, featuring speaker Jack Yakowicz, Director of Operations at AdShark. Coffee is served before the program, and the free event is open to anyone interested in creativity, curiosity, and new ideas.

Stick It to Cancer Hockey Games 🏒 – Catch a full slate of North vs Davies hockey games featuring JV at 4:45 pm at FUIC, Girls Varsity at 4:45 pm at Scheels, and Boys Varsity at 7:00 pm at Scheels. The night also includes a silent auction and bake sale, with the community coming together for a great cause.

Saturday

Youth Ice Fishing Derby 🎣 – The annual Youth Ice Fishing Derby takes place at South Woodhaven Pond and is free for kids ages 15 and under, with registration beginning at 1:30 pm and fishing running from 2:00 to 3:00 pm. The pond is stocked, holes are pre drilled, and participants just need to bring their own rod and tackle, with adult supervision required.

Kid Quest: Weaving Together 🎨 – Kid Quest returns to Plains Art Museum with a free, family friendly session focused on collaboration and creativity, inviting participants to help create a shared woven art installation in the Center for Creativity. The event also includes gallery exploration, local community booths, and hands on artmaking activities for all ages.

Women’s Self Defense Seminar 💪 – Empower Mind Body Soul in Fargo is hosting a three hour women’s self defense seminar on Saturday, January 10 from 8:00 am to 11:00 am, led by Mariah Prussia, a former professional MMA fighter and boxer. The seminar focuses on situational awareness, de escalation, and practical techniques for staying safe, with an emphasis on prevention and confidence rather than fighting.

Saturday + Sunday

Peter Pan Live on Stage ✨ – Take flight into the story of Peter Pan with a magical stage production filled with Lost Boys, fairies, pirates, and plenty of whimsy for all ages. Performances include two shows at 1:00 pm and 6:00 pm on January 10 and a 1:00 pm show on January 11, with reserved seating tickets available online or at the door, ages 4 and up priced $18–36 and children 3 and under free as a lap child.

Sunday

Skullastic Book Fair 📚 – Relive the glory days at this throwback book fair at Brewhalla, featuring books from More Than Words, nostalgic vibes, and adult beverages. Fargo Public Library will also be hosting a silent reading party on the second floor from 2:00 to 4:00 pm, making it a fun mix of childhood memories and grown up fun.

“Silent” Reading Party 📚 – The Silent Reading Party connected to the Skullastic Book Fair will take place at the Drekker Brewing loft area, inviting attendees to bring their own book or pick from librarian selected titles. Find a cozy spot, enjoy a beverage, and read alongside others while librarians offer snacks, recommendations, and library account help. This is an all ages event running from 2:00 to 4:00 pm and does not require tickets.

For all the details on these events, be sure to click the hyperlinked event titles.

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Last Chance to support Charlie’s Place

Charlie’s Place Coffee Shop in Fargo is preparing to close its doors after nearly a year in business, citing ongoing financial challenges. The shop employs about a dozen workers with cognitive disabilities and is operated by the nonprofit Art and Soul: Adults with Disabilities. Owner Val Olson said the business has consistently fallen short of what is needed to cover daily operating costs, leading to the difficult decision to close, likely next week.

Despite the closure, the impact of Charlie’s Place has been significant for both employees and the community. Workers described the shop as a place where they found purpose, confidence, and meaningful connections, while managers emphasized the capabilities and value of employees with disabilities when given the opportunity. Although the coffee shop is closing, Olson confirmed that Art and Soul will continue its mission of supporting adults with disabilities in other ways. For more details, read the full article here.

The stories featured in FM Scoop are summarized with the assistance of AI and reviewed for accuracy. We do not claim credit for the original reporting. Our goal is to keep you informed about the latest happenings in the Fargo-Moorhead area while respecting the work of local journalists. For the full articles and details, please follow the provided links.

The Evening Delights

(Trivia, Music, Bingo, Comedy, Etc.)

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

For the latest updates and any last-minute changes, click the event links hyperlinked in the titles.

Rest assured, nothing in this section is sponsored. We'll always be transparent and let you know when something is.

Enjoy the Weekend!

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