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FM Scoop: Friendsgiving at NDSU

Fill The Dome, Lasagna Love, Thanksgiving Meal

November 28, 2025

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Good afternoon, Fargo-Moorhead! Hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving Day and is traveling back safely. I also wanted to apologize for the confusion in Tuesday’s article, but thank you for sticking with us. Now let’s roll into some weekend events.

In today’s FM Scoop:

  • Fill the Dome

  • Lasagna Love

  • Salvation Army Meal

"Let’s stir things up!"

Acapella Express Presents: 70 Years of Harmony

Acapella Express, an award-winning Sweet Adelines International women's barbershop chorus, is celebrating its 70th Anniversary with a concert on Saturday, December 6th at 3pm at Trinity Lutheran Church in Moorhead, MN.

  • 🎶 We are proud to have sung for the Fargo-Moorhead community at sporting events, corporate events, nursing homes, shopping centers, holiday events, veteran’s honor events, and much more.

  • 🏆 Acapella Express has earned many awards over the years, most recently earning Third Place Small Chorus, 4th Place Overall and Most Improved Chorus at our 2025 Sweet Adelines Regional Chorus Competition.

We will be showcasing all of this and more at our 70th Anniversary celebration. Entry is a free will donation to Acapella Express. Join us as we take a look back on our rich and rewarding 70 years in the Fargo-Moorhead community and beyond.

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Scoops of the Day

Fill the Dome SOUPer Hero Drive 🥫

Students across the Fargo area teamed up for the 19th annual Fill the Dome food drive and made this year’s “Be a SOUPer Hero” theme feel spot on. The community helped bring in over 100,000 pounds of food and more than $45,000 in donations to support local families. Students from more than 50 schools participated and distributed the food through a drive-through event at Fargodome. Nearly 1,400 boxes of food were shared with close to 475 families, making this year’s effort one of the strongest yet. For more details, read the full article here.

Lasagna Love’s Holiday Kindness 🍝

Lasagna Love North Dakota brought warmth to local families this Thanksgiving with a massive lasagna-making marathon. Volunteers cooked up more than 70 meals, feeding nearly 200 people and helping ease holiday stress for those facing food insecurity. The day also included an extra-special surprise when volunteers gifted a new oven to a family whose appliance had broken earlier in the week, ensuring they could enjoy home-cooked meals again. For more details, read the full article here.

Salvation Army Thanksgiving Meal Brings Community Together 🥧

The Salvation Army opened its doors Wednesday morning to serve a free Thanksgiving meal to around 250 community members in downtown Fargo. Guests enjoyed a traditional holiday spread that included turkey, mashed potatoes, corn and pie, all made possible through generous community support. Beyond the food, the event focused on offering warmth, fellowship and a sense of belonging to individuals and families who needed a welcoming place for the holiday. 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

Open Turf at the TCU Dome ⚽ - Let the kids burn off some holiday energy at the TCU Dome’s Open Turf day on Friday, Nov. 28. For just $5 per player, families can drop in for age-based play sessions throughout the day, with everything from 10 & Under groups to middle school, high school, and an evening open-to-all slot. Soccer gear will also be available for purchase at great prices, including cleats and balls. No registration is required, so just show up ready to play.

Family Puzzle Competition 🧩 - Put your family’s puzzle-solving skills to the test at the Family Puzzle Competition on Friday, Nov. 28 from 1 to 3 p.m. Each team gets two hours to complete a 400-piece puzzle, and the top three finishers will take home prizes. Families can also bring puzzles to exchange and enjoy a fun afternoon together. Registration is free and required starting Nov. 14 by calling Children’s Services, and teams may include up to four members. This event is recommended for school-age kids and teens.

Saturday

Santa Village 🎅 - Step into the holiday magic at Rheault Farm as Santa Village comes to life with twinkling lights, cozy cottage visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus, cheerful crafts, cookies, and even Santa’s reindeer. Guests are encouraged to bring canned food, toys, or donations to support families in need, keeping the spirit of giving at the heart of the celebration. Be sure to arrive early since the line to meet Santa closes 45 minutes before the event ends, and bring your camera to capture all the festive memories.

Deuces Wild Dueling Pianos 🎹 - Catch the high-energy, crowd-pleasing Deuces Wild Dueling Pianos show at the Fargo Theatre on Saturday, November 29. Dave Eichholz and Ted Manderfeld bring their famous blend of comedy, music, and audience participation to the stage for a night of nonstop fun that appeals to all ages. Doors open at 7 p.m. with the show starting at 8 p.m., and ticket presales begin August 21 before opening to the public on August 22. Get ready to clap, laugh, and sing along with this popular touring act.

Clay Ornament Making at Rising Dawn Ceramics 🎨 - Celebrate Small Business Saturday by creating your own clay ornaments at Rising Dawn Ceramics. For $19 per person, you’ll craft two ornaments and decorate them with a white glaze that gives them a charming iced-cookie look. The studio will fire them and have them ready for pickup in about a week, complete with string included. Space is limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis, and all attendees are asked to participate since ornaments can’t be split between guests.

Sunday

Santa at Kingpinz 🎄 - The Big Guy in Red is making several festive stops at Kingpinz, offering free visits for families on Nov 30, Dec 14, and Dec 24. Guests can stop by between 12 p.m. and 6 p.m. (11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Christmas Eve) to share wish lists and snap cheerful photos. Pair your Santa visit with Sunday brunch at Barons or enjoy bowling, arcade games, and dining for a full day of holiday fun.

Crochet a Stress Blob Workshop 🧶 - Unwind and get creative with Lil' Hippie Co. during a relaxing amigurumi workshop where you’ll learn beginner crochet techniques and make your very own crocheted stress-relief buddy. Held at the Unglued Craftatorium at Brewhalla on Sunday, November 30 from 9:30 a.m. to noon, this hands-on session includes all the materials and instructions you need, making it perfect for middle schoolers through adults. Each attendee must have a ticket, and participants can expect a cozy, creative morning filled with crafting and calm.

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

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

“The Heroic Scoop” / ”A Volunteer’s Delight” / “Frozen in Time” / “A Sundae of Giving”

NDSU Friendsgiving Brings Students Together 🦃

More than 300 students gathered at NDSU’s Memorial Union for the university’s third annual Friendsgiving celebration. The event offered a full Thanksgiving-style meal along with a cozy place for students staying in Fargo over break to relax, connect and recharge. Designed especially for international, graduate and undergraduate students who remain on campus, Friendsgiving has quickly grown into a meaningful tradition that strengthens community and belonging. 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

  • Bingo | CJ’s Tavern | 12:00 pm

  • Comedy | Front Street Taproom | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

  • GDUBZ | The Aquarium | 7:30 pm - 1:30 am

  • Karaoke | Dempseys | 9:00 pm - 2:00 am

  • Barstool Prophets | The Windbreak | 9:00 pm

  • Comedy | Front Street Taproom | 9:30 pm - 11:00 pm

Sunday

  • Bingo | Pepper’s Sports Cafe | 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

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!

Thanks for catching up with us! We hope the FM Scoop has you ready for the weekend ahead. Share the good vibes, and don’t forget to check back for more updates after the weekend fun!