LOCAL AREA

West Acres Shopping Center is located a few blocks North of Staybridge Suites near the intersection of Interstate 29 and 94. It is the largest mall in North Dakota and includes four major anchors, nearly 130 stores, and a 750 seat food court.

NDSU is a public university in Fargo. It is the largest university in ND. NDSU offers 360 separate academic options from Bachelor's degree to doctoral level including 108 bachelor's, 75 minors, 59 master's, 42 doctoral, and 3 professional degrees.

Over 100 celebrity signatures, handprints and footprints in cement, from Richard Simmons to Bill Gates. Best to visit in spring, summer or fall. CLOSED during Winter months.

The North Dakota Horse Park features exciting live horse racing and is a regional host for a variety of equine-related events. Enjoy live horse racing on weekends during the months of July and August. Website: www.hrnd.org

Exhibits depict the history of our area. Handbuilt replica of the Hopperstad Stave Church with beautiful, intricate wood carvings. Home of the Hjemkomst Viking Ship, which sailed to Norway in 1982. Website: www.info.co.clay.mn.us/history

This historic turn-of-the-century village, representing the bonanza farm era, includes authentic log cabins, a schoolhouse, church, train depot, bonanza farm mansion filled with period furnishings and artifacts. Website: www.bonanzaville.com

FMCT presents comedies, dramas, youth shows and musicals from September through June at its beautiful playhouse in Island Park, downtown Fargo. Acting classes are also offered, as well as opportunities tovolunteer on and off stage.

This museum features operating WWII aircraft as well as aviation history and memorabilia from North Dakkota and the surrounding area. Admission: $6 adults, $5 seniors 60+/Military, $4 ages 5-12, 4 & under free. Website: www.fargoairmuseum.org

The Fargo Theatre is the area's vintage movie palace restored to the 1937 art deco period with a vaudeville stage. It is open daily for film, live productions, tours and more. Website: www.fargotheatre.org

Live professional baseball games played at Newman Outdoor Field. Schedule varies so call for more information or visit www.fmredhawks.com

The largest art museum in North Dakota, it features regional and national exhibits, a large permanent collection of contemporary art and ethnographic objects, classes, events, performances, a cafe and store. Website: www.plainsart.org

This 16-acre zoo features 80 species of animals in their natural habitats. Enjoy special areas designed for up-close contact with animals. Come ride the 1928 restored carousel. Visit www.redriverzoo.com for more information.

Exhibits, memorabilia and video of our hometown hero and Yankee superstar. Admission free. Visit www.rogermarismuseum.com for more information.

World's largest all-sports store located in Fargo. Focal point of this store is 45 foot ferris wheel located in the center of the store. Visit www.scheelssports.com for more information.

Recognized as one of the top 25 children's museums nationwide. The Children's Museum provides a unique and "hands-on" earning experience for children and families year-round. Visit www.childrenmuseum-yunker.org for more information.

Outdoor fun park with adventure: mini golf, go-karts, arcade and batting cages. Admission prices vary. Open May-October. Call for hours

Each summer, TPAS is the home of hundreds of young people striving to reach their full potential through classes and performances in theatre, music, dance, video production, design, writing and technical theatre.