Today is Thursday, September 12th. The sun will rise on the 85th day of summer, and the 256th day of the year at 7:19 AM. We will see 12 hours 43 minutes of daylight before it sets at 8:02 PM.
Currently we have clear skies. The temperature is 62 degrees. The wind is 13 mph out of the East. Today, we are expecting sprinkles early with broken clouds and pleasantly warm weather. The temperature will reach a high of 79°F with winds 15 mph out of the Southwest. There is a 55% chance of rain.
Today is: National Hug & High 5 Day,Day Of The Programmer,National Day Of Encouragement,National Video Games Day,National Just One Human Family Day,National School Picture Day,National Chocolate Milkshake Day,National Report Medicare Fraud Day
On This Day
On this day, the federal government acted to enforce desegregation proving that not all states exercise noble rights. A political dynasty had a big day. Early newspapers were discovered. And in North Dakota, we had a visit from a well-known adopted son.
Read More About Today in Minot History Here
Upcoming Fun!
Check out these happenings on the horizon:
- Jantzonia @BlueRider | Friday, September 13th
- Birthday Party Luau! @Arny’s | Friday, September 13th — Saturday, September 14th
- Festival on Main! @DowntownMinot | Saturday, September 14th
Today’s Happenings!
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is country music outlaw and “man in black” Johnny Cash. Read and grade the reults here.
Kids & Families
Ice Cream Social & Milkshake Bar @MagicCitySweets
Sunday, September 1st — Monday, September 30th
Join us at Magic City Sweets Ice Cream Shop in downtown Minot for a month-long Ice Cream Social & Milkshake Bar, featuring a build-your-own hard scoop experience and free retro arcade games. Rated the chillest place downtown, it’s the perfect family-friendly hangout! #FamilyFun #IceCreamLovers #SavorMinot
Taste & Experience
Last Chance for Corndogs! (And Italian, Too) @Straight’sCornDogs
Thursday, September 12th — Saturday, September 14th
Don’t miss your last chance to savor the Colossal Corndog, Italian rope sausage, and Cloverdale’s Polish at Atypical Brewery this weekend! Join us downtown from September 12th to 14th for this tasty experience. #MinotEats #FoodieFinds #SavorMinot
Taste & Experience
IKEA Delight (Hoagie of the Month) @MagicCityHoagies
Sunday, September 1st — Monday, September 30th
Experience the taste of Scandinavia with Magic City Hoagies’ September special, the IKEA Delight! Enjoy Swedish meatballs topped with fries, pickled cucumbers, and lingonberry sauce in honor of Norsk Høstfest. #ScandinavianFlavor #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Let’s Celebrate!
National Video Game Day! @Arny’s
Thursday, September 12th
Join us at Arny’s 2.0 in downtown Minot this Thursday at 8:00 PM to celebrate National Video Game Day! Bring your game face and get ready for a night of fun and surprises. #VideoGameDay #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
Old Gold: Steel & Wood @TaubeMuseum
Tuesday, September 10th — Thursday, October 10th
Discover the beauty in the forgotten at the Taube Museum of Art’s exhibit Old Gold: Steel & Wood, open from September 10th to October 10th. Don’t miss the artist’s reception on September 12th! #ArtExhibit #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Taste & Experience
Thursday Farmers Market @MinotFarmersMarket
Thursday, September 12th
Join us at the Minot Farmers Market on Thursday, September 12th, for fresh produce and local delights from over 35 vendors! Experience the best of farm-to-table in Oak Park from 9am to 12pm. #FarmersMarket #FreshProduce #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
The Great Open: Photographs from North Dakota @NorthwestArtsCenter
Friday, August 9th — Saturday, September 21st
Explore the essence of North Dakota through the lens of Alex Webb and Rebecca Norris Webb at the Northwest Arts Center’s ‘The Great Open’ exhibition, running from August 9 to September 21. Don’t miss this captivating visual journey at the Walter Piehl Gallery. #NorthDakotaArt #PhotographyExhibition #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
Old Gold: Steel & Wood | Artist Reception @TaubeMuseum
Thursday, September 12th
Join us at the Taube Museum of Art on Thursday, September 12th, from 5:00 – 7:00pm for the “Old Gold: Steel & Wood” artist reception featuring the works of Rich Solberg and Joe Lukach. Discover the beauty in the forgotten and overlooked as you meet the artists and explore the gallery. #ArtExhibition #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Souped Up Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, September 9th — Sunday, September 15th
Warm up your week with Schatz Crossroads’ Souped Up Specials! Enjoy a different hearty soup every day from September 9th to 15th at South Minot’s favorite truck stop. 🍲 #SoupSeason #ComfortFood #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Truckstop Lunch Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, September 9th — Saturday, September 14th
Don’t miss the Truckstop Lunch Specials at Schatz Crossroads in Minot from September 9th to 14th! Enjoy two delicious specials starting at 11:00 am daily—hurry before they’re gone! #LocalEats #FoodieFinds #SavorMinot
Say Savor & Save
Say Savor Minot & Save! @BudgetMusic
Monday, September 9th — Friday, September 13th
Head to Budget Music & Video in downtown Minot from September 9th to 13th, say “Savor Minot,” and enjoy a 10% discount on CDs, LPs, posters, jewelry, and more! Don’t miss out on this fantastic deal on all your favorite collectibles and unique items.
#ShopLocal #MinotDeals #SavorMinot
Monthly Features
Smokey Mountain Bacon Dip @OTV
Sunday, September 1st — Monday, September 30th
Warm up your fall at Off The Vine with their Smokey Mountain Bacon Dip, a delicious blend of bacon jam, cream cheese, onions, and cheddar. Pair it with a glass of Fini Merlot for just $10 and enjoy this September special downtown. #WineAndTapas #FallFlavors #SavorMinot
Today’s Features
Nacho Average Thursday @BlueRider
Thursday, September 12th
Join us at Blue Rider this Thursday, September 12th, for Nacho Average Thursday! Dive into delicious nachos and great conversations in the heart of Downtown Minot starting at 4 PM. #DiveBarDelights #NachoAverageThursday #SavorMinot
Happy Hour
Buy One Get One! (Well Drinks & Domestic Pours) @Arny’s
Monday, September 9th — Thursday, September 12th
Cheers to Happy Hour at Arny’s 2.0! Enjoy a buy one get one free deal on well drinks and domestic pours from Monday to Thursday before 6 PM. #HappyHour #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Monthly Features
September Features @Arny’s
Sunday, September 1st — Monday, September 30th
Celebrate September at Arny’s 2.0 with a drink menu that offers everything from the crisp kick of Jim Beam & Coke to the sophisticated blend of Patron Silver & Soda. Whiskey lovers can enjoy Elijah Craig, Basil Hayden, or a classic Old Fashioned twist. #DowntownMinot #LateNightEats #SavorMinot