Good morning, Grand Forks.

The CPKC Holiday Train will make eight stops this December across the region to offer free shows with holiday lights and music—stops include Hankinson, Enderlin, Carrington, Alexandria, Detroit Lakes, Mahnomen, Plummer, and Thief River Falls where performers Lanco and Tiera Kennedy will appear and donations are encouraged.

The Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary will hold their Annual Turkey Bingos on November 6, 13, and 20 at 7:00 PM (each card costs $2 for 15 Games) at the Grand Forks County Office building’s 6th floor.

Funds raised will support projects for disabled veterans (and their families).

John D. Odegard, the visionary founder behind UND’s School of Aerospace Sciences, has been selected for induction into the National Aviation Hall of Fame in Dayton—making him the second North Dakota aviator honored after UND alumnus Carl Ben Eielson in 1985.

He started the college in 1968 with two aircraft and later expanded it to include over 2,000 students and 500 staff with one of the largest civilian fleets in North America.

Altru Health System appointed Hector Campbell, MD to its board in October; he is known for pioneering TMR surgery for amputees and said he will bring a patient-first view to local healthcare + serving both patients and providers.

This move aims to strengthen care in the region.

Gabriel Iglesias: Stand-Up Comedy Show

8-10 p.m. — Alerus Center — Ticket prices vary — Laugh along with one of the world's most beloved comedians, Gabriel 'Fluffy' Iglesias.

World Ballet Company's The Great Gatsby

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Chester Fritz Performing Arts Center — Tickets from $83 — Experience the elegance of ballet reimagining the classic tale in Grand Forks.

Haunted Stacks

2-5 p.m. — Grand Forks Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy crafts, games, and spooky surprises as you celebrate Halloween with treats and tunes from DJ Patrick.

Sensory Storytime

10-10:45 a.m. — Grand Forks Public Library — Free entry — Engage in storytime, crafts, and playground fun for children of all abilities.

MercyMe Concert

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Alerus Center — Tickets starting at $35 — Experience an uplifting evening of live Christian music with MercyMe.

Monster Mash Bash

8:00 PM — The Opal Event Center — Check ticket price — Get ready to dance the night away at the Monster Mash Bash, where spooky beats and wicked fun await!

North Dakota Fighting Hawks Women's Basketball vs. Youngstown State Penguins

1-4 p.m. — Betty Engelstad Sioux Center — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy an exciting matchup between the Fighting Hawks and the Penguins in women's basketball action.

Randy Travis: More Life Tour

7-9:30 p.m. — Chester Fritz Performing Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience the legendary Randy Travis alongside James Dupré as they perform classic hits live.

Styx & Loverboy Concert

1:30-9 p.m. — Alerus Center — Tickets required — Experience an unforgettable night with rock legends Styx and Loverboy performing classic hits from the 70s and 80s.