Today is Friday, August 30th. The sun will rise on the 72nd day of summer, and the 243rd day of the year at 7:01 AM. We will see 13 hours 27 minutes of daylight before it sets at 8:28 PM.
Currently we have clear skies. The temperature is 58 degrees. The wind is 15 mph out of the Southwest. Today, we are expecting mostly sunny and pleasantly warm weather. The temperature will reach a high of 78°F with winds 15-20 mph out of the Northwest.
On This Day
Born & Died: Mary Shelley, (Born, 1797) British novelist best known for writing “Frankenstein,” Charles Bronson, (Died, 2003) American actor famous for his roles in “Death Wish” and “The Magnificent Seven,” Cameron Diaz, (Born, 1972) American actress known for her roles in “There’s Something About Mary” and “Charlie’s Angels,” J.J. Thomson, (Died, 1940) British physicist who discovered the electron and won the Nobel Prize in Physics, Lewis Black, (Born, 1948) American comedian and actor known for his angry rant style of comedy, Ted Williams, (Born, 1918) American Hall of Fame baseball player known for his career with the Boston Red Sox.
Today is: National Grief Awareness Day,National College Colors Day,National Beach Day,National Toasted Marshmallow Day
Upcoming Fun!
Check out these happenings on the horizon:
- Norsk Høstfest 2024 @Høstfest | Wednesday, September 25th — Saturday, September 28th
- Gaelic Storm and The Texas Tenors @Høstfest | Wednesday, September 25th
- Church of Cash @Høstfest | Wednesday, September 25th
- The Fab Four @Høstfest | Thursday, September 26th
- Trace Adkins @Høstfest | Thursday, September 26th
- Jay Leno @Høstfest | Friday, September 27th
- Garrison Keillor | 50 Years of a Prairie Home Companion @Høstfest | Sunday, September 29th
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is Brittish novelist and author of “Frankenstein” Mary Shelley. 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
Truckstop Lunch Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, August 26th — Saturday, August 31st
Don’t miss out on the Truckstop Lunch Specials at Schatz Crossroads from August 26th to 31st! Enjoy two daily specials starting at 11:00 am—get them before they’re gone! #LocalEats #LunchTime #SavorMinot
Say Savor & Save
Say Savor Minot & Save! @BudgetMusic
Monday, August 26th — Friday, August 30th
Head to Budget Music & Video in downtown Minot from August 26th to 30th, say “Savor Minot,” and enjoy a 10% discount on a wide range of items including CDs, LPs, posters, and more! Don’t miss out on this special offer and explore unique collectibles and handmade jewelry by Wild Ruby. #ShopLocal #MinotDeals #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Roast Beef & Pico (and other Features) @PrairieSkyBreads
Wednesday, August 28th — Sunday, September 1st
Head to Prairie Sky Breads in downtown Minot this week to try their featured Roast Beef & Pico sandwich, packed with fresh ingredients and bold flavors. Don’t miss out on their PSB House Salad, perfect for a light and tasty meal. #MinotEats #LocalFlavors #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Souped Up Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, August 26th — Sunday, September 1st
Warm up your week with daily hearty soups at Schatz Crossroads from August 26th to September 1st! Don’t miss out on these delicious specials in South Minot. #SoupSeason #ComfortFood #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
Live Music!
Second (breakFEST)/BookFEST 2024 @PrairieSkyBreads
Friday, August 30th — Saturday, August 31st
Get ready for a weekend of Midwest music, books, and delicious breakfast at Prairie Sky Breads’ Second (breakFEST)/BookFEST 2024! Join us in Downtown Minot on August 30th & 31st for live performances, tasty treats, and literary delights. #MidwestVibes #BookAndBreakfast #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
