Today is Friday, August 2nd. The sun will rise on the 44th day of summer, and the 215th day of the year at 6:22 AM. We will see 14 hours 56 minutes of daylight before it sets at 9:18 PM.
Currently we have passing clouds. The temperature is 61 degrees. The wind is 5 mph out of the West. Today, we are expecting mostly cloudy skies and pleasantly warm temperatures. The temperature will reach a high of 83°F with winds 15 mph out of the North.
On This Day
On this day in 1990, Iraq, led by Saddam Hussein, invaded Kuwait, prompting international condemnation and leading to the Persian Gulf War as coalition forces, led by the United States, sought to liberate Kuwait from Iraqi occupation.
Born & Died: James Baldwin, (Born, 1924) American novelist, essayist, and social critic known for works like “Go Tell It on the Mountain,” Alexander Graham Bell, (Died, 1922) Inventor of the telephone and a pioneer in communication technology, Carroll O’Connor, (Born, 1924) American actor best known for his role as Archie Bunker in “All in the Family,” Peter O’Toole, (Born, 1932) Acclaimed Irish actor known for his role in “Lawrence of Arabia,” Warren G. Harding, (Died, 1923) 29th President of the United States whose term was marred by scandal, Wes Craven, (Born, 1939) American film director known for horror films like “A Nightmare on Elm Street,” William S. Burroughs, (Died, 1997) Iconoclastic American writer and key figure of the Beat Generation.
Today is: National Coloring Book Day,National Ice Cream Sandwich Day,National Water Balloon Day,International Beer Day
Upcoming Fun!
Check out these happenings on the horizon:
- Downtown Throwdown III @BlueRider | Saturday, August 3rd
- Severio Mancieri @BlueRider | Saturday, August 3rd
- Live Music! @PrairieSkyBreads | Saturday, August 3rd
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is author, essayist, and counter culture figure Ken Kesey. Read and grade the results here.
Today’s Happenings!
Monthly Features
Demon Pork BBQ (Our Hoagie of the Month!) @MagicCityHoagies
Thursday, August 1st — Saturday, August 31st
Get ready to savor summer with Magic City Hoagies’ Demon Pork BBQ, our mouthwatering Hoagie of the Month! Enjoy tender pork with Carolina Chaos Mustard BBQ Sauce, cheddar cheese, coleslaw, crispy onions, and pickles on a toasted sweet Hawaiian roll all through August. #HoagieHeaven #BBQLovers #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, July 29th — Friday, August 2nd
Join us at Big Dog Saloon in Surrey from July 29th to August 2nd for mouthwatering lunch specials, including a 1/3 lb burger, loaded meatloaf, and country fried steak! Experience friendly small-town vibes and discover our secret menu item. 🍔🥩 #SurreyEats #BigDogSaloon #SavorMinot
Say Savor & Save
Say Savor Minot & Save! @BudgetMusic
Monday, July 29th — Friday, August 2nd
🎶🎥 Head to Budget Music & Video in downtown Minot from July 29th to August 2nd, say “Savor Minot,” and enjoy a 10% discount on everything from CDs and LPs to unique jewelry and Gunpla model kits! Don’t miss out on this chance to save on your favorite music, movies, and collectibles.
#ShopLocal #MusicLovers #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
The Caprese Melt (and other Features) @PrairieSkyBreads
Wednesday, July 31st — Sunday, August 4th
Indulge in Prairie Sky Breads’ mouthwatering Caprese Melt, featuring fresh basil pesto and gooey mozzarella, available downtown from July 31st to August 4th. Don’t miss out on this week’s delicious lineup, including our signature PSB House Salad!
#DowntownMinot #LocalEats #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
Polymer Skies by Debbie Kauffman @TaubeMuseum
Friday, July 26th — Friday, August 30th
Experience the thought-provoking “Polymer Skies” by Debbie Kauffman at the Taube Museum of Art, a stunning exhibition that reveals the hidden impact of single-use plastics on our environment. Visit downtown Minot from July 26th to August 30th to see how art can open our eyes to the beauty and fragility of our home.
#ArtForChange #EcoAwareness #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
Act Three: Today’s Matinee by Kathleen Herlihy Paoli @TaubeMuseum
Friday, July 26th — Friday, August 30th
Discover the evocative oil paintings of Kathleen Herlihy Paoli at the Taube Museum of Art’s latest exhibition, “Act Three: Today’s Matinee,” running from July 26th to August 30th. Explore powerful themes like politics, the environment, and more through her unique stage-set series in downtown Minot.
#ArtExhibition #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
Threads, Folds, & Rabbit Holes by Kristy Deetz @TaubeMuseum
Friday, July 26th — Friday, August 30th
Discover the intricate beauty of Kristy Deetz’s “Threads, Folds, & Rabbit Holes” exhibition at the Taube Museum of Art in downtown Minot, from July 26th to August 30th. Dive into a world where hand-painted illusions meet the complex threads of industrial jacquard weavings. #ArtExhibition #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Food Truck Spots
Bear’s Kitchen Food Truck at Atypical Brewery @Atypical
Friday, August 2nd
Get ready for a fantastic Friday night with Bear’s Kitchen Food Truck serving up delicious eats at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks! Join us downtown for live music, award-winning beer, and great company on August 2nd. #FoodTruckFriday #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Activities & Events
Prairie Fairy Designs at Atypical Brewery @Atypical
Friday, August 2nd
Join us on Friday, August 2nd at Atypical Brewery for a night of live music, delicious food, and unique handmade jewelry from Prairie Fairy Designs! Don’t miss out on this perfect downtown Minot evening filled with award-winning beer and local creativity. #DowntownMinot #LocalArt #SavorMinot
Live Music!
LIVE MUSIC by Rootz Within at Atypical Brewery @Atypical
Friday, August 2nd
Get ready for an unforgettable evening at Atypical Brewery this Friday, August 2nd, with LIVE MUSIC by Rootz Within starting at 7pm! Enjoy non-traditional reggae rock jams, delicious eats from Bear’s Kitchen Food Truck, and unique jewelry from Prairie Fairy Designs. #LiveMusicMinot #DowntownVibes #SavorMinot
