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  • A Celebration Of The Music Of Chicago Coming To Watford City May 2

    Jessie Veeder Scofield|Apr 19, 2023

    "Beginnings" – A Celebration of the Music of Chicago is coming to the Watford City Rough Rider Center Convention Hall on Tuesday, May 2 at 7 p.m. Beginnings is a tightly woven structure of musical talent that brings to life the original and glorious music of Chicago. They are the ultimate Chicago tribute band. Guitar riffs, hopped-up vocal melodies, and the famous brass section all make for American music that stands the test of time. Beginnings is a band of great musicians who grew up listening...

  • Long X Arts Foundation Celebrates 1st Gallery Exhibit

    Jessie Veeder|Apr 12, 2023

    The Long X Arts Foundation is pleased to announce the first exhibition in their new gallery space located in the basement of the Long X Visitor Center, 100 2nd Ave SW, Watford City. "Celebrating the Essence," is a collection of oil paintings by local professional artist Morgan Wagner. It is on display from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Saturday until April 28 and the exhibit is free and open to the public. In addition, all are welcome to the Open House event as the Long X Arts Foundation celebrates...

  • New York City Based Comedy Act Parallel Exit To Perform In Watford City Feb. 25

    Jessie Veeder|Feb 15, 2023

    The Watford City Area Concert Association is proud to bring for your evening's entertainment an action-packed show filled with comedy, tricks, song and dance. Parallel Exit will take the Watford City High School stage on Saturday, Feb. 25 at 7 p.m. Parallel Exit is a New York City-based nouveau comedy company of three, mixing song and dance with slapstick physical comedy to produce a delightful show for any audience. Performing since 1997, Parallel Exit knows how to entertain! They perform a...

  • Long X Arts Concert Series Selection Nov. 7

    Jessie Veeder Scofield|Nov 2, 2022

    The Long X Arts Association’s Concert Series Committee invites you to join them in choosing the lineup of the 2023-24 Concert Series on Monday, Nov. 7 at 5:30 p.m. at Teddy’s Residential Suites in Watford City. Free appetizers will be provided. While the 2022-23 Concert Series is in full swing, with a three more concerts in the queue, now is the time to select entertainment for the next season, which will begin in the fall of 2023. “This is one of our favorite events of the year,” said Jessie Scofield, Long X Arts Foundation’s Director....

  • Pioneer Museum Of McKenzie County To Move Exhibits To The McKenzie County Heritage Park & North Dakota Oil Museum

    Jessie Veeder Scofield|Oct 26, 2022

    The story of McKenzie County's rich history, from pre-historic to modern day oil exploration and agriculture, can soon be explored under one roof. With the opening of the McKenzie County Heritage Park and North Dakota Oil Museum's new indoor space in 2021, plans for the Heritage Park to acquire the displays and exhibits from the Pioneer Museum of McKenzie County inside the Long X Visitor Center have been in the works. Now the time has come to make the transition. "Both entities have a commitment...

  • Long X Arts Concert Series Selection Nov. 7

    Jessie Veeder Scofield|Oct 26, 2022

    The Long X Arts Association’s Concert Series Committee invites you to join them in choosing the lineup of the 2023-24 Concert Series on Monday, Nov. 7 at 5:30 p.m. at Teddy’s Residential Suites in Watford City. Free appetizers will be provided. While the 2022-23 Concert Series is in full swing, with a three more concerts in the queue, now is the time to select entertainment for the next season, which will begin in the fall of 2023. “This is one of our favorite events of the year,” said Jessie Scofield, Long X Arts Foundation’s Director....

  • (Updated 4-22-22) Crocodile Rockin'

    Jessie Veeder|Apr 20, 2022

    (Updated 4-22-22): Crocodile Rockin' has been cancelled due to weather. (Original Story) Revel in an evening of the incredible music making of Elton John and Bernie Taupin, as Elton John Tribute performer Jim Witter comes to Watford City on Saturday, April 23, 7 p.m. at Rough Rider Center. Entertaining audiences for over 30 years, Jim Witter thrives on engaging audiences in the liveliness and dynamic appeal of Elton John. Audiences will see for themselves why Elton is one of the world’s most beloved icons with his voice, his piano v...

  • Veritas To Perform In Watford City Friday

    Jessie Veeder Scofield|Apr 6, 2022

    The Long X Arts Foundation’s Watford City Area Concert Association continues the 2021-22 concert series with 5-man classical crossover vocal ensemble, Veritas performing on Friday, April 8 at 7 p.m. at the Watford City High School Performing Arts Center. Composed of 3 tenors, 1 baritone and 1 bass, the group is becoming well known on the gospel circuit, but returning to backgrounds from opera, pop, rock and Broadway. In 2012, when tenors Jeff Anderson, Andrew Goodwin and Jordan Johnson, baritone James Berrian, and bass Scott Lawrence came t...

  • Five Man Vocal Ensemble Veritas To Perform In Watford City April 8

    Jessie Veeder Scofield|Mar 30, 2022

    The Long X Arts Foundation's Watford City Area Concert Association continues the 2021-22 concert series with 5-man classical crossover vocal ensemble, Veritas performing on Friday, April 8 at 7 p.m. at the Watford City High School Performing Arts Center. Composed of 3 tenors, 1 baritone and 1 bass, the group is becoming well known on the gospel circuit, but returning to backgrounds from opera, pop, rock and Broadway. In 2012, when tenors Jeff Anderson, Andrew Goodwin and Jordan Johnson, baritone...

  • McKenzie County Launches Augmented Reality GPS Tours Of The Community

    Jessie Veeder|Jan 26, 2022

    Watford City - McKenzie County Tourism announces the launch of Yondar, a web-based product that allows visitors to virtually explore area attractions while planning their trip. In addition, once guests arrive, this revolutionary tool, built by InnovatAR, a North Dakota-based tech firm, helps visitors navigate outdoor attractions and unlock prizes for visiting points of interest right from their smart phones. Yondar virtual tours are available in downtown Watford City, Tobacco Gardens Marina & Resort, and in the north unit of Theodore Roosevelt...

  • Musical Comedy Act "Duo Baldo" To Perform, Watford City, Feb. 1

    Jessie Veeder Scofield|Jan 19, 2022

    Watford City Area Concert Association continues the 2021-22 concert series with a musical comedy team Duo Baldo! Duo Baldo is renowned violinist Brad Repp and pianist/actor Aldo Gentileschi. Their critically acclaimed performances combine virtuosic performances, theatrical humor, and pop culture. The duo is based in Italy and has delighted audiences around the world with their unique blend of virtuosity and clever comedy. They will be performing at Watford City High School Theater at 7 p.m.,...

  • Smithsonian Community Engagement Project On Implicit Bias Coming To Watford City

    Jessie Veeder Scofield|Oct 13, 2021

    The Long X Arts Foundation and Pioneer Museum of McKenzie County announced on Oct. 8, that they will host the "The Bias Inside Us" Smithsonian Exhibition Nov. 13, 2021- Jan. 3, 2022. The community engagement project from the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service (SITES) will raise awareness about the social science and psychology of implicit bias, the impact of this bias and what people can do about it. "The Bias Inside Us" features a traveling exhibition that serves as the...

  • Five Man Vocal Ensemble Veritas To Perform In Watford City Oct. 16

    Jessie Veeder Scofield|Oct 6, 2021

    The Long X Arts Foundation's Watford City Area Concert Association continues the 2021-22 concert series with a Five-man classical crossover vocal ensemble, Veritas. Composed of 3 tenors, 1 baritone, 1 bass, the group is becoming well known on the gospel circuit, but returning to backgrounds from opera, pop, rock and Broadway. In 2012, when tenors Jeff Anderson, Andrew Goodwin and Jordan Johnson, baritone James Berrian, and bass Scott Lawrence came together as Veritas, their backgrounds,...

  • Ball In The House, America's Got Talent Finalists, To Perform In Watford City Sept. 24

    Jessie Veeder Scofield|Sep 22, 2021

    Watford City Area Concert Association is kicking off the 2021-22 concert series with one of the most popular forms of musical performance – A Cappella! BALL IN THE HOUSE will visit Watford City on Friday, Sept. 24 at 7 p.m. at Rough Rider Center Convention Hall. The Concert Association is offering this as a FREE kickoff concert to encourage people to come and learn what the concert series is all about. Based in Boston, MA and having been in existence for over 20 years, Ball In The House is a h...

  • Ball In The House, America's Got Talent Finalists, To Perform In Watford City Sept. 24

    Jessie Veeder Scofield|Sep 15, 2021

    Watford City Area Concert Association is kicking off the 2021-22 concert series with one of the most popular forms of musical performance – A Cappella! BALL IN THE HOUSE will visit Watford City on Friday, Sept. 24 at 7 p.m. at Rough Rider Center Convention Hall. The Concert Association is offering this as a FREE kickoff concert to encourage people to come and learn what the concert series is all about. Based in Boston, MA and having been in existence for over 20 years, Ball In The House is a h...

  • National Grilling Show To Be Taped During Watford City Ribfest

    Jessie Veeder|Aug 4, 2021

    Come be a part of the taping of the Mad Dog and Merrill Midwest Grillin' Show on the street during Ribfest in Watford City on Aug. 13 at 12:30 p.m. With their wacky blend of barbecuing, satire and wittiness on national and regional television, Mad Dog and Merrill have brought their comedy cooking performance to home and sport shows sprinkled around the nation, and now they'll be on Watford City's Main Street, grilling and entertaining for all! Since 1983, these grilling gurus have...

  • McKenzie County Launches Augmented Reality GPS Tours Of The Community

    Jessie Veeder|Jul 21, 2021

    Watford City - McKenzie County Tourism announces the launch of Yondar, a web-based product that allows visitors to virtually explore area attractions while planning their trip. In addition, once guests arrive, this revolutionary tool, built by InnovatAR, a North Dakota-based tech firm, helps visitors navigate outdoor attractions and unlock prizes for visiting points of interest right from their smart phones. Yondar virtual tours are available in downtown Watford City, Tobacco Gardens Marina &...

  • Parking Lot Party Event at Rough Rider Center Thursday

    Jessie Veeder|Jun 9, 2021

    Long X Arts and the Rough Rider Center team up to bring you bluegrass and Americana entertainment with the Waddington Brothers and Jessie Veeder as part of their Parking Lot Party Event at Rough Rider Center Thursday, June 10 at 7 p.m., Free will donations will be accepted to benefit area arts. Welcome summer the North Dakota way - listening to great music on the tailgate of your pickup or in your favorite lawn chair surrounded by friends, good food and cold drinks. Kick up your heels with North Dakota bluegrass and Americana music in the...

  • Long X Arts & Rough Rider Center Team Up To Bring You The Waddington Brothers June 10

    Jessie Veeder|Jun 2, 2021

    Long X Arts and the Rough Rider Center team up to bring you bluegrass and Americana entertainment with the Waddington Brothers and Jessie Veeder as part of their Parking Lot Party Event at Rough Rider Center Thursday, June 10 at 7 p.m., Free will donations will be accepted to benefit area arts. Welcome summer the North Dakota way - listening to great music on the tailgate of your pickup or in your favorite lawn chair surrounded by friends, good food and cold drinks. Kick up your heels with...

  • Long X Arts And Rough Rider Center Team Up To Bring You The Waddington Brothers June 10

    Jessie Veeder|May 26, 2021

    Long X Arts and the Rough Rider Center team up to bring you bluegrass and Americana entertainment with the Waddington Brothers and Jessie Veeder as part of their Parking Lot Party Event at Rough Rider Center Thursday, June 10 at 7 p.m., Free will donations will be accepted to benefit area arts. Welcome summer the North Dakota way - listening to great music on the tailgate of your pickup or in your favorite lawn chair surrounded by friends, good food and cold drinks. Kick up your heels with...

  • Art In Business In Watford City Through Dec. 24

    Jessie Veeder|Dec 16, 2020

    The Long X Arts Foundation is combining the arts with small business this holiday season as it hosts its first ever Art in business event. The foundation has partnered with area Watford City Main Street Businesses as well as local artists to make shopping local, unique gifts and art easy and fun. Through Dec. 24, eight local artists will have their work on display and for sale in five different retail locations in Watford City. “With the pandemic taking away so many opportunities for our local artists, we thought this would be a great way to g...

  • Art In Business In Watford City Through Dec. 24

    Jessie Veeder|Dec 9, 2020

    The Long X Arts Foundation is combining the arts with small business this holiday season as it hosts its first ever Art in Business event. The foundation has partnered with area Watford City Main Street Businesses as well as local artists to make shopping local, unique gifts and art easy and fun. Through Dec. 24, eight local artists will have their work on display and for sale in five different retail locations in Watford City. "With the pandemic taking away so many opportunities for our local a...

  • Art In Business In Watford City Through Dec. 24

    Jessie Veeder|Dec 2, 2020

    The Long X Arts Foundation is combining the arts with small business this holiday season as it hosts its first ever Art in business Event. The foundation has partnered with area Watford City Main Street Businesses as well as local artists to make shopping local, unique gifts and art easy and fun. Through Dec. 24, eight local artists will have their work on display and for sale in five different retail locations in Watford City. "With the pandemic taking away so many opportunities for our local a...

  • "Voices of Dakota Prairie" Comes To Watford City Nov. 22

    Jessie Veeder|Nov 11, 2020

    "Voices of Dakota Prairie," an original play about the first homesteaders in North Dakota, comes to Watford City Nov. 22. An original play that tells the story of the first North Dakotans, in their own words, is coming to Watford City on Nov. 22 at 2 p.m. at Rough Rider Center. Voices of Dakota Prairie, written and directed by North Dakota filmmaker Daniel Bielinksi, tells the extraordinary stories of courage, perseverance, humor and faith of the first North Dakota homesteaders. This new play...

  • Long X Arts Foundation Brings More Art to Watford City in 2018

    Jessie Veeder|Jan 30, 2019

    The Long X Arts Foundation in Watford City celebrated 2018 as a year of growth, offering a record amount of programs and art opportunities for our community. The Arts Foundation believes that collaboration is the key to success. Our partnership with the Rough Rider Center has allowed us to expand our youth and community art programming, reaching more children than ever. We've also been working with the Watford City High School to offer Teen Art Club to offer weekly after school art activities fo...

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