Today is Saturday, August 24th. The sun will rise on the 66th day of summer, and the 237th day of the year at 6:52 AM. We will see 13 hours 48 minutes of daylight before it sets at 8:40 PM.
Currently we have low clouds. The temperature is 69 degrees. The wind is 12 mph out of the Southeast. Today, we are expecting mostly cloudy skies and hot temperatures. The temperature will reach a high of 87°F with winds 15 mph out of the Southwest.
On This Day
On this day in 79 AD, Mount Vesuvius erupted, burying the Roman cities of Pompeii, Herculaneum, and several other settlements under ash and pumice. The catastrophic eruption preserved these sites for centuries, providing invaluable archaeological insights into ancient Roman life.
Born & Died: Cal Ripken Jr., (Born, 1960) American former Major League Baseball shortstop and third baseman known for his record-breaking consecutive games played streak, Simone Weil, (Died, 1943) French philosopher, mystic, and political activist, Rupert Grint, (Born, 1988) British actor best known for his role as Ron Weasley in the “Harry Potter” film series, Richard Attenborough, (Died, 2014) British actor and director known for his roles in “Jurassic Park” and directing “Gandhi,” Anne Archer, (Born, 1947) American actress known for her roles in “Fatal Attraction” and “Patriot Games,” Yasser Arafat, (Born, 1929) Palestinian political leader and Nobel Peace Prize laureate.
Today is: National Waffle Day,National Peach Pie Day,National Maryland Day
Upcoming Fun!
Check out these happenings on the horizon:
- LeeWok Adventure Race @RunWithHeart | Saturday, September 7th
- Double D-Haw 2024 @DoubleDHaw | Saturday, September 21st
- Caesar Fest @CompanionsForChildren | Sunday, September 22nd
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is the optimistic theme park developer from the first Jurassic Park movie John Hammond played by Richard Attenborough. Read and grade the results here.
Today’s Happenings!
Taste & Experience
Brunch! @Arny’s
Saturday, August 24th — Sunday, August 25th
Join us at Arny’s 2.0 this weekend for a delicious brunch experience with mimosas in Downtown Minot! Whether you’re an early riser or a late-night reveler, we’ve got your Saturday and Sunday mornings covered. #BrunchVibes #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
It’s Brie-Licious (and other Features) @PrairieSkyBreads
Wednesday, August 21st — Sunday, August 25th
Indulge in the Brie-Licious Turkey Melt at Prairie Sky Breads this week, featuring turkey, brie, granny smith apple slices, and dijon mustard on PSB bread. Don’t miss out on this and other delicious weekly features in downtown Minot from August 21st to 25th.
#MinotEats #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Chicken Caprese (Weekend Pizza Feature) @PrairieSkyBreads
Saturday, August 24th — Sunday, August 25th
Indulge in Prairie Sky Breads’ Chicken Caprese Pizza this weekend! Enjoy fresh mozzarella, basil, tomatoes, chicken, and a balsamic reduction on our signature crust, available only on Saturday and Sunday. #PizzaLovers #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Hot, New, Fresh
Not Your Father’s Root Beer Float @Capone’s
Sunday, August 18th — Saturday, August 24th
Cool off with Capone’s Birreria’s Not Your Father’s Root Beer Float, featuring a 5.9% abv twist and three scoops of vanilla. Available downtown from August 18th to 24th. #CraftBeer #SummerTreats #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
Community Rocks 2024 @CommunityRocks
Saturday, August 24th
Get ready for Community Rocks 2024 on August 24th in Minot! Enjoy classic rock under the stars while supporting local charities—tickets available now! #RockForACause #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Car & Bike Show @BlueRider
Saturday, August 24th
Rev up your engines and head to Blue Rider’s 3rd Annual Car & Bike Show this Saturday, August 24th! Enjoy live music by the Artificial AI’s, delicious food truck fare, and a chance to win trophies and prizes in multiple categories. #CarShow #LiveMusic #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
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
Taste & Experience
Saturday Farmers Market @MinotFarmersMarket
Saturday, August 24th
🌽🍞 Discover the best of local produce and homemade goodies at the Minot Farmers Market this Saturday, August 24th! Join us at Oak Park from 9am to 12pm and experience the pride of Dakota, rain or shine! 🌧️☀️
#FarmToTable #SupportLocal #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
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
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
Live Music!
Artificial AI’s @BlueRider
Saturday, August 24th
Get ready for an unforgettable night with the Artificial AI’s at Blue Rider on Saturday, August 24th! Enjoy live music, stiff drinks, and free popcorn in the heart of Downtown Minot. 🎶🍻🍿 #LiveMusicMinot #BlueRiderVibes #SavorMinot
