Today is Tuesday, June 11th. The sun will rise on the 84th day of spring, and the 163rd day of the year at 5:44 AM. We will see 16 hours 1 minute of daylight before it sets at 9:45 PM.
Currently we have sunny, cool weather. The temperature is 56 degrees. The wind is 16 mph out of the West. Today, we are expecting decreasing cloudiness and hot temperatures. The temperature will reach a high of 83°F with winds 15-20 mph out of the West.
On This Day
On this day in 1963, Governor George Wallace stood defiantly at the doors of the University of Alabama to block the enrollment of African American students, only to step aside under federal pressure, marking a pivotal moment in the relentless march toward civil rights in the United States.
Born & Died: Vince Lombardi, (Born, 1913) Legendary American football coach best known for leading the Green Bay Packers to multiple NFL championships, John Wayne, (Died, 1979) Iconic American film actor known for his roles in Westerns and war movies, Gene Wilder, (Born, 1933) Celebrated American actor and comedian known for his roles in “Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory” and “Young Frankenstein,” David “Davy” Crockett, (Born, 1786) American folk hero, frontiersman, soldier, and politician, Adolphus Busch, (Born, 1839) German-born co-founder of the Anheuser-Busch brewing company, Jacques Cousteau, (Born, 1910) Renowned French naval officer, explorer, innovator, and filmmaker who pioneered marine conservation, Alexander the Great, (Died, 323 BC) King of Macedonia who created one of the largest empires in ancient history, Richard Strauss, (Born, 1864) German composer known for his operas and tone poems.
Today is: National German Chocolate Cake Day,National Making Life Beautiful Day,World Pet Memorial Day,National Corn on the Cob Day,National Call Your Doctor Day,National Forklift Safety Day
Upcoming Fun!
Check out these happenings on the horizon:
- For the love of Bees! @TaubeMuseum | Thursday, June 13th
- Thursday Downtown (Arts in the City!) @MinotArts | Thursday, June 13th
- Downtown Throwdown III @BlueRider | Saturday, August 3rd
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is the King of Rock and Roll Elvis Presley. Read and grade the results here.
Today’s Happenings!
Monthly Features
June’s Hoagie of the Month | The Picnic @MagicCityHoagies
Saturday, June 1st — Sunday, June 30th
Kick off summer with a bite of June’s Hoagie of the Month at Magic City Hoagies! Dive into “The Picnic” – a delicious blend of tangy summer sausage, American cheese, and fresh veggies, topped with crispy potato chips, available all month long in Downtown Minot. #HoagieHeaven #FreshEats #SavorMinot
Taste & Experience
Tuesday Farmers Market @MinotFarmersMarket
Tuesday, June 11th
🌿🍅 Discover the best of local produce and homemade goodies at the Minot Farmers Market every Tuesday from 4pm to 7pm in Oak Park! With over 35 vendors offering fresh, farm-to-table delights, it’s the perfect way to support local farmers and enjoy the taste of Minot. 🌽🥖
#FarmToTable #SupportLocal #SavorMinot
Kids & Families
Summer FUN & Ice Cream Dreams @MagicCitySweets
Saturday, June 1st — Saturday, August 31st
🍦 Dive into summer with a scoop of fun at Magic City Sweets! From June 1st to August 31st, enjoy free arcade games, crazy toppings, and the coolest ice cream social in downtown Minot. 🌞 #IceCreamDreams #FamilyFun #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Lunch Specials in Surrey! @BigDogSaloon
Monday, June 10th — Friday, June 14th
Looking for a tasty lunch spot in Surrey? Head over to Big Dog Saloon from June 10th to 14th for daily specials like Chicken Parmesan Sandwich, Chicken Fajita Wraps, and more in a friendly, pub-style atmosphere. #SurreyEats #PubGrub #SavorMinot
Hot, New, Fresh
The Spiked Refresher (New Product Alert!) @YourSix
Saturday, June 8th — Sunday, June 16th
🚨 New Product Alert! 🚨 The Six Bar in Downtown Minot is now serving Spiked Refreshers—perfect for non-beer drinkers looking for a gluten-free, fizzy-free option. Swing by from June 8th to June 16th, grab some wings, and try all four flavors! 🍗🍹 #NewInMinot #DrinkLocal #SavorMinot
Say Savor & Save
Say Savor Minot & Save! @BudgetMusic
Monday, June 10th — Friday, June 14th
🎶🎥 Swing by Budget Music & Video in downtown Minot from June 10th-14th, say “Savor Minot,” and enjoy a 10% discount on everything from CDs and LPs to posters and handmade jewelry! Don’t miss out on this sweet deal to snag your favorite music, movies, and collectibles! 🎸🛍️ #ShopLocal #MusicLovers #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Truckstop Lunch Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, June 10th — Saturday, June 15th
🚛🍽️ Don’t miss out on Schatz Crossroads’ Truckstop Lunch Specials from June 10th to 15th! Swing by at 11:00 am for two daily specials that are sure to disappear fast! #TruckStopEats #DailySpecials #SavorMinot
Kids & Families
Clay Creations I @TaubeMuseum
Tuesday, June 11th
🎨 Bring your little artists to Clay Creations I at the Taube Museum of Art in Downtown Minot on June 11th! They’ll learn basic ceramic techniques and craft their own pinch pots and critters, perfect for ages 6 and up. 🐾 #FamilyFun #CreativeKids #SavorMinot
Kids & Families
Clay Creations II @TaubeMuseum
Tuesday, June 11th
🎨 Unleash your child’s inner artist at Clay Creations II at the Taube Museum of Art in Downtown Minot on June 11th! Perfect for ages 6 and up, this workshop teaches advanced ceramic techniques including how to make a coil pot. #FamilyFun #ArtWorkshop #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Souped Up Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, June 10th — Sunday, June 16th
Warm up your week with Schatz Crossroads’ “Souped Up Specials” in South Minot! Enjoy a different hearty soup every day from Monday, June 10th to Sunday, June 16th. 🍲 #SoupSeason #ComfortFood #SavorMinot
Specials & Sales
Take Out Tuesday! @Atypical
Tuesday, June 11th
🍻 Take Out Tuesday just got tastier at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks! Grab your favorite barrel-aged beers this Tuesday, June 11th in Downtown Minot, and enjoy $1.00 off each can plus a stylish reusable pack holder for future discounts. #LocalBrew #EcoFriendly #SavorMinot
In Theaters
All Shook Up: A Musical Comedy @MSUSummerTheatre
Tuesday, June 11th — Sunday, June 16th
Get ready to rock and roll with “All Shook Up: A Musical Comedy” at MSU Summer Theatre, featuring Elvis Presley’s greatest hits in a town where fun is outlawed! 🎸🕺 June 11th-16th, let’s shake things up in Minot. #ElvisPresley #MusicalComedy #SavorMinot
Monthly Features
June’s Featured Drinks! @OTV
Saturday, June 1st — Sunday, June 30th
Sip into summer with June’s featured drinks at Off The Vine in downtown Minot! Enjoy a refreshing Summer Kalimotxo and a delightful Peach Cider Sparkler, perfect for those warm June days. #WineAndDine #SummerSips #SavorMinot
Taste & Experience
Hamm’s & Grilled Cheese (w/Tomato Bisque Reduction): 5$ @BlueRider
Tuesday, June 11th
Dive into comfort this Tuesday at Blue Rider in Downtown Minot! Enjoy our irresistible grilled cheese paired with a tomato bisque reduction and a classic Hamm’s beer, all for just $5. #ComfortFood #TastyTuesday #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Project Constellation @BlueRider
Tuesday, June 11th
🎶 Project Constellation returns to Blue Rider on Tuesday, June 11th for an unforgettable night of live music at Minot’s favorite dive bar! Enjoy stiff drinks, free popcorn, and good times with zero cover charge! 🌟🍿 #LiveMusic #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Timely News
Featured Minot News & Commentary @TheMinotVoice
Friday, June 7th — Thursday, June 13th
Stay in the loop with Minot’s latest news and commentary from TheMinotVoice.com, featured daily on SavorMinot! Catch up on timely updates and insightful perspectives from June 7th to June 13th. #MinotNews #CommunityUpdates #SavorMinot
Happy Hour
Buy One Get One! (Well Drinks & Domestic Pours) @Arny’s
Monday, June 10th — Thursday, June 13th
Cheers to double the fun at Arny’s 2.0! Enjoy a Buy One Get One deal on well drinks and domestic pours during Happy Hour, Monday through Thursday before 6 PM. 🍻 #DowntownMinot #HappyHour #SavorMinot
