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Calendar of Events - Bismarck/Dickinson Region

Phone numbers and web sites are provided when possible. Area code is (701) unless otherwise stated. Please call phone numbers listed for tickets and/or more information on each event and/or exhibit.

For additional events, exhibits, venue and artist information, visit: www.culturepulse.org. **(Bismarck Region) CulturePulse Southwest is now live!** Entering your event and profile information is a snap. Just click on "Submit" and enter your information. Tutorials are available on the site.

Beach Events:

For a current list of shows at the Bijou Show house, visit: www.beach-movie.com

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Bismarck Events:

Nov 20 - Bismarck Mandan Symphony presents Sights and Sounds, 7:30pm. Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker, Handel’s Messiah and other holiday pieces, Belle Mehus, Adults $18-$30, Seniors $12-$30, Students $7. 258-8345

Nov 21 - Bismarck Art & Galleries Association’s Festival of the Arts "Road to Rio" 6pm. Dinner with wine and entertainment; Tango/Foxtrot exhibition; Live and slient auctions. Radisson Hotel

Nov 21 - Jubilate of Central Dakota Children’s Choir performs at Bismarck State College Choirfest, 4 pm, Belle Mehus

Nov 22 - University of Mary Department of Music Woodwind & Brass Chamber Concert. Dr. Michelle Kiec & Dennis Gowen, Directors. 3pm, R.M. Heskett Hall Clairmont Center for Performing Arts. Free and open to the public. For more info, call 355-8301 or email music@umary.edu

Dec 3 - The North Dakota Council on the Arts, along with the Governor’s Office and Facility Management, invites the general public to the Lighting Ceremony for the North Dakota State Christmas Tree. The ceremony will be conducted by Governor John Hoeven and First Lady Mikey Hoeven on Thursday, at 5pm in the Memorial Hall of the Capitol Building in Bismarck. Live entertainment will be provided Suzuki School of Music. The ceremony is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served following the ceremony

Dec 3-6 & 9-13 - A Christmas Cactus. 7:30pm Thurs-Sat; 2pm Sun, at Dakota Stage, 412 E Main Ave. For more information visit www.dakotastageltd.com or call 258-4998

Dec 11-13 - Northern Plains Ballet presents "The Nutcracker" at the Belle Mehus City Auditorium. If the music sounds sweeter than sugarplums, the dancers seem lighter than air, and the snowflakes sparkle more brightly than ever before, you’re not dreaming. Featuring elaborate scenery, stunning choreography and vibrant costumes, Clara’s magical adventure captures the imaginations of all ages.  The holidays aren't complete without this classic family story. Performances are at 7:30pm Fri & Sat; with a Sun matinee at 2:30pm. For more information or tickets visit www.northernplainsdance.org, or call 530-0986

Dec 12 - BAGA's 9th Annual Cookie Walk, 10am-3pm, Bismarck Art & Galleries Association Gallery

Dec 16 - Jubilate and Bel Canto of Central Dakota Children’s Choir Bismarck Public Schools SIPs Concert, Morning, Belle Mehus

Dec 17-18 - Central Dakota Children’s Choir Christmas Concert, All Choirs, 7:30 pm, Belle Mehus, for ticket information call 258-6516. www.aboutcdcc.org

Dec 19-20 - Bismarck Art & Galleries Association presents The Blender Holiday Concert, Sat, 7:30pm; Sun, 2pm. Belle Mehus Auditorium

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Jan - TBA, Missouri Valley Chamber Orchestra presents violin virtuosi Paul Rosenthal. He will be returning to Bismarck to play Tchaikovsky’s Concerto for Violin in D for the “Winter Rhapsody” concert.  Two works by Beethoven, Egmont Overture and Symphony #1 will also be performed at this concert at Trinity Lutheran Church. 426-9536

Jan 28-31 & Feb 3-7 - The Cemetery Club. 7:30pm Thurs-Sat; 2pm Sun, at Dakota Stage, 412 E Main Ave. For more information visit www.dakotastageltd.com or call 258-4998

Feb 6 - Bismarck Mandan Symphony presents Youth and Vigor, Guest Artist Eric Haugen, 7:30pm. St. Saen’s Concerto No. 1 for Cello and Orchestra, Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7, Offenbach’s Overture to “Orpheus in the Underworld” Belle Mehus, Adults $18-$30, Seniors $12-$30, Students $7. 258-8345

Feb 14 - The Society for the Preservation of the Former Governors’ Mansion will be holding the third annual Governor Arthur A. Link Fiddle Contest. Violin students from throughout North Dakota are invited to participate in this event, which honors former Governor Arthur A. Link, who served as the state’s 27th chief executive from 1973 to 1981. For additional information and entry form visit the State Historical Society’s website at www.history.nd.gov

Feb 27-28 - Northern Plains Ballet presents "Choreographers Showcase: Sinatra to Swan Lake." Performances are at 7:30pm Fri & Sat; with a Sun matinee at 2:30pm. For more information or tickets visit www.northernplainsdance.org, or call 530-0986

Mar 9 - Poetry Out Loud: North Dakota State Finals. Poetry Out Loud was created by the National Endowment for the Arts and The Poetry Foundation and is administered in partnership with the North Dakota Council on the Arts to encourage our nation's youth to learn about great poetry through memorization and performance. By encouraging high school students in grades nine through twelve to memorize and perform great poems, this exciting program helps students master public speaking skills, build self-confidence, and learn about their literary heritage. To learn more about Poetry Out Loud or to register for materials, visit www.nd.gov/arts/whatsnew/POL.html, call 328-7593 or Email: lehreth@nd.gov. The State Competition is free and open to the public. North Dakota Heritage Center

Mar 18-21 - ACC, Artists Celebrating Christ (two weeks prior to Easter) will take place at the University of Mary’s Benedictine Center. Included in the event will be juried visual art from artists across the upper Midwest, Handbell Choir Workshop and Concert, Drama Workshop, Liturgical Art, Student art with art classes and tours of the exhibits, Quick Draw/ Reception/ Art Auction to benefit The GOD’S CHILD Project. ACC looks forward to serving the community with this unique event. For more info call 255-7312, Email: info@accartshow.com, or visit www.accartshow.com

Mar 18-21 & 24-28 - Crimes of the Heart. Dakota Stage, 412 E Main Ave. For more information visit www.dakotastageltd.com or call 258-4998

Mar 20-21 - Bismarck Mandan Symphony Electricity and Edge – Orff’s Carmina Burana,  Mar 20, 7:30pm; Mar 21, 2:30pm. Belle Mehus, Adults $18-$30, Seniors $12-$30, Students $7. 258-8345

Apr 11 - Back by popular demand, Missouri Valley Chamber Orchestra will hold their final concert of the season for young and old audience members alike at the Heritage Center. This concert, “Magical Melodies in Motion” is free to the public and includes music from the Harry Potter movies and Peter and the Wolf.  The music will be brought to life by local visual artist Ali LaRock as well as by the Dancers of Northern Plains Ballet with the return of Peter and the Wolf  by Sergei Prokofiev. 426-9536

Apr 17- Bismarck Mandan Symphony presents Mimes & Marvels, 7:30pm. Family Concert with Dan Kamin, mime. Belle Mehus, Adults $18-$30, Seniors $12-$30, Students $7. 258-8345

May 6-9 & 12-16 - Married Alive! 7:30pm Thurs-Sat; 2pm Sun, at Dakota Stage, 412 E Main Ave. For more information visit www.dakotastageltd.com or call 258-4998

May 21-22 - Northern Plains Ballet presents "Peter Pan ." Performances are at 7:30pm Fri & Sat; with a Sun matinee at 2:30pm. For more information or tickets visit www.northernplainsdance.org, or call 530-0986

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Carrington Events:

For more info email Alison Schumann at alison@daktel.com, Putnam House 533 Main Street

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Center Events:

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Dickinson Events:

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Hazen Events:

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Mandan Events:

Dec 2 - Join the Mandan Art Association for an evening of Wine, Cheese, and Art. This event features wine from Captain Jack's Liquor Land and Gallo Family Vineyards, Northwest Beverages; cheese and desserts from Central Market; and finger sandwiches from Mysteria Theater. There will be art displays, a silent auction of art, and Quick Draw featuring local artists. Musical entertainment will also be provided. Tickets are $8/single, $15/couple. Event takes place 5-7pm at the Mysteria Theater, 210 West Main Street. Call 751-2983 or 751-0796 for more info

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Medora Events:

For information on events in Medora, visit: www.medorand.com/calendar.asp.

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Washburn Events:

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