To do this week in Fargo-Moorhead: Cat show, ABLE Games, circus, flea market

Sixty degrees, is that you? Not quite yet — but the Fargo-Moorhead area is enjoying a sunny high of 56 Thursday, rising to 58 and 59 in the next couple days.

News

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Events

The ABLE Games are Friday and Saturday, showcasing athletes of all abilities.

The El Zagal Shrine Circus runs Friday through Sunday at the Fargodome.

vintage and flea market is at the Ivy and Rose Warehouse on Friday.

Mikk-Kota’s 50th annual cat show is this weekend at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds.

It’s STEM Saturday at the West Fargo Library for elementary schoolers. Learn about dog sled racing at Fargo’s main library on Saturday.

Breaking the Ice Summit is Saturday. Exhibitors will touch on wellness topics in diverse communities.

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