Around Our Table

Saturday, April 18, 2026
Calvary Lutheran Church, 1405 S 9th St,Grand Forks, ND
Doors open at 9 A.M. to 12 P.M.

The Valley Senior Living Foundation host's the 11th Annual Around Our Table. This church and individual sponsored event will consist of beautifully decorated tables.

Join us online for our Third Annual Quilt Online Silent Auction from April 10th - April 18th.

All proceeds support the Chaplaincy Ministry Program at Valley Senior Living. Pastoral Care and the Chaplaincy Ministry Program at Valley Senior Living were born out of a strong tradition of spirituality, At Valley Senior Living we are committed to the wellness of the body and spirt. This commitment to the spirituality of our residents sets Valley Senior Living apart form similar organizations. It is an essential part of the bond which holds our care communities together. 

Our Chaplaincy Program provides these services to residents and family members:
- Worship Service
- Support At End Of Life
- One-On-One Visits
- Bible Studies
- Advances Healthcare Directives

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Building a Brighter Future, One Family at a Time

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  • Formula and Diapers

  • Transportation

  • Laundry

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  • Other basic needs

Working together to meet the needs of Grand Forks and East Grand Forks community members.

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Helping Community Members meet their basic needs

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SPUD-Tacular Baked Potato Feed

The annual East Grand Forks Music Booster fundraiser Spud-Tacular will be held on Monday, March 2, 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the East Grand Forks Senior High School gym and cafeteria. Enjoy student performances throughout the evening. Free will donation for potato bar. Pies sold by the slice and themed raffle baskets and baked goods are also available. (Food served from 4:30 - 7 p.m.) Proceeds benefit the East Grand Forks music program.

Red State Christians

United Lutheran Church invites the community to read and discuss the book Red State Christians by Angela Denker, a pastor in Minneapolis.  United is bringing Rev. Denker to Grand Cities for a weekend in April.  Gretchen has purchased several copies of the book for us to share.  Let her know if you would like to read and gather to discuss.

UND Interfaith and Worldview Week

January 25-31

UND Interfaith and Worldview Team invites the community to a week of learning and celebration.  Family of God will participate in several ways.

Sunday, January 25

  • Evening presentation on Separation of Church and Hate (book by John Fugelsang) at Christus Rex

Monday, January 26, 4:45-6:30 p.m.

  • Lotus Meditation Center at Family of God

Tuesday, January 27, 4:30 p.m.

  • Meditation at Christus Rex

  • Evening panel presentation on the week’s theme

Thursday, January 28, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

  • Interfaith Fair at Memorial Union

  • Family of God will share a table with others who use our building

  • Christus Rex and Gretchen will host a space to walk a labyrinth during the fair and throughout the afternoon

Saturday, January 31, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

  • Lotus Meditation Retreat at Family of God.  The retreat will focus on the practice of Metta or Loving Kindness and will be free to all.  There will be short talks, time for meditation,  and a closing vegetarian potluck.

Loving Kindness

Join Lotus Meditation Center for a (free!) retreat Saturday, January 31, 9 am - 1 pm, at Family of God.  The theme will be Loving Kindness (metta) and sending our thoughts into the world.  There will be brief teaching talks, silent meditation and guided meditation.  The event will end with a vegetarian potluck.  Spread the word!

Live Well Grand Cities

You are invited to an upcoming event that will celebrate Grand Forks as what might be the very first Blue Zones Certified Community in North Dakota and re-introduce Live Well Grand Cities, a local coalition that we're growing to become the future of critical wellbeing work and advocacy in our region. 

Date: Thursday, November 6th 
Time: 6 - 8 PM doors open at 5:45
Location: The Career Impact Academy
Address: 4201 Career Drive Grand Forks, ND 58203

The Blue Zones Project in Grand Forks was a three-year initiative, and we are coming up on the end of that timeframe this November. So much good has happened through so many local partnerships. We are so pleased to share with you all that has happened over the last few years and show you our vision for what comes next.

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No Kings

"No Kings" protest is scheduled in Grand Forks for Saturday, October 18, 2025

.The nationwide "No Kings" demonstrations are organized to protest the Trump administration. A similar protest was held in Grand Forks on June 14, 2025. 

Details for the upcoming protest

  • Date and Time: Saturday, October 18, 2025, at 11 a.m. CDT.

  • Location: Town Square Grand Forks, at 1 South 3rd Street.

  • Organizer: Indivisible.

  • Focus: The movement is committed to nonviolent action and is holding demonstrations across the country.  

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Grand Forks Pride

Grand Forks Pride is an annual event that celebrates the diversity of Greater Grand Forks. Join us in celebrating the LGBTQ+ community with events open and inviting to all.

Grand Forks Pride will take place from September 7th through September 14th, celebrating the LGBTQ+ community with a week full of exciting events. On September 13th, we will host Pride in the Park—a fun vendor fair and community gathering—followed by a dance in the evening, which we are hoping to hold at the American Legion in East Grand Forks. The week will culminate with the very first-ever Grand Forks Pride Parade on September 14th in downtown Grand Forks. Join them for this historic and vibrant celebration of unity, pride, and inclusivity! Learn more here:

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PRIDE Worship
Sep 07, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Christus Rex Lutheran Campus Center and Tabula Coffehouse, 3012 University Ave, Grand Forks, ND
A welcoming Pride-themed worship service with participation from multiple local churches, followed by a community meal.

Library Craft Night – PRIDE Beads
Sep 08, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
2110 Library Cir, Grand Forks, ND
Come get creative with Perler beads! Make pride-themed bead art and take home your creations. Supplies provided.

Trans Panel
Sep 09, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Family of God Church, 327 5th Ave SE, East Grand Forks, MN
Hear directly from trans individuals in the Grand Forks area. Panelists will share experiences, answer questions, and offer insight on local trans issues.

PRIDE Bingo
Sep 10, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Christus Rex Campus Center, 3012 University Ave, Grand Forks, ND
Join us for a fun-filled Pride Bingo evening packed with laughter, connection, and community! Whether you’re a bingo pro or playing for the very first time, this event is all about coming together and enjoying quality time.

PRIDE BBQ & Open Mic Night
Sep 12, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Christus Rex Lutheran Campus Center and Tabula Coffehouse, 3012 University Ave, Grand Forks, ND
BBQ and community meal outside, with open mic performances inside. Share your voice, poetry, music, or stories in a supportive space.

PRIDE in the Park
Sep 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Kittson Ave, Grand Forks, ND

18+ PRIDE Mixer
Sep 13, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
American Legion, 1009 Central Ave NW, East Grand Forks, MN
Dance the night away at this Pride-themed party! Music, lights, and fun for LGBTQIA+ adults and allies.

PRIDE Parade
Sep 14, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:10 PM
1 S 3rd St, Grand Forks, ND

PRIDE Drag Show
Sept 20, 7:00 PM
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Good Trouble Lives On: A National Day of Action

Never, ever be afraid to make some noise and get in good trouble, necessary trouble.

-JOHN LEWIS

Plan to join us on the evening of July 17, 6:00 PM, as we protest near the Town Square to honor civil rights icon Congressman John Lewis on the anniversary of his death. 

Our goals are to demand an end to:

  • The extreme crackdown on civil rights by the Trump administration, 

  • The attacks on Black and brown Americans, immigrants, trans people, and other communities,

  • The slashing of programs that working people rely on, including Medicaid, SNAP, and Social Security.

Good Trouble Lives On is being supported by a range of other groups including the 50501 Movement, which also helped organize the "No Kings" demonstrations.

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World Refugee Day

Global Friends Coalition is recognizing World Refugee Day in Grand Forks on Saturday, June 14, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at Town Square Farmer’s Market (1 South 3rd Street).

The program begins at 10 a.m. with remarks from area leaders, amazing cultural performances from you, and programming from our community partners.

You help make Grand Forks ‘home’ for newcomers. Help us continue to welcome and support refugees.

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Giving Hope, Growing Love

Hope thrives where love is nurtured—and in a world where LGBTQ+ lives are under relentless attack, we need both now more than ever. That’s why the Open and Affirming Coalition of the United Church of Christ is proud to participate in Give OUT Day 2025, the only national day of giving dedicated to LGBTQ+ causes.

Early giving begins May 22. Give OUT Day is June 5.

Together, we can transform lives and create a world where all are welcomed, affirmed, and celebrated. Every $10 gift strengthens the movement for LGBTQ+ inclusion in church and community, ensuring that love and justice prevail over fear and discrimination.

Every gift, every share, and every friend you invite helps us give hope and grow love.

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