On this day in 1577, Sir Francis Drake set sail from Plymouth, England, on his circumnavigation of the globe, becoming the first Englishman to complete the journey and significantly boosting English maritime prestige.
On this day in 1937, the Nanking Massacre began as Japanese forces captured the city of Nanjing (Nanking) in China, leading to six weeks of horrific atrocities, including mass executions and widespread sexual violence, resulting in the deaths of hundreds of thousands of Chinese civilians.
On this day in 2000, Al Gore, the Democratic candidate for U.S. President, conceded the election to Republican George W. Bush following a contentious legal battle over the Florida vote recount, marking the end of one of the closest and most disputed presidential elections in American history.
Born & Died: Taylor Swift, (Born, 1989) American singer-songwriter known for hits like “Love Story” and “Shake It Off,” Grandma Moses, (Died, 1961) American folk artist who began painting in her late 70s, Jamie Foxx, (Born, 1967) American actor and singer known for his roles in “Ray” and “Django Unchained,” Wassily Kandinsky, (Died, 1944) Russian painter and art theorist credited with painting one of the first purely abstract works, Dick Van Dyke, (Born, 1925) American actor and comedian known for “The Dick Van Dyke Show,” Steve Buscemi, (Born, 1957) American actor known for his roles in “Fargo” and “Boardwalk Empire,” Alvin C. York, (Died, 1964) American World War I hero known for his acts of bravery, Christopher Plummer, (Born, 1929) Canadian actor known for his role in “The Sound of Music,” Samuel Johnson, (Died, 1784) English writer and lexicographer known for “A Dictionary of the English Language.”
Today in Minot History
Today’s Happenings!
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is English writer and lexicographer known for “A Dictionary of the English Language” Samuel Johnson. Read and grade the results here.
Future Fun!
Taste & Experience
Christmas Buffet Brunch! @Arny’s
Sunday, December 22nd
Celebrate the holiday season with a delicious Christmas Buffet Brunch at Arny’s 2.0 in Downtown Minot on December 22nd. Enjoy the best brunch in town and indulge in savory flavors to kickstart your festive day! #ChristmasBrunch #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Ethan Armstrong @BlueRider
Friday, December 20th
Join us at Blue Rider on Friday, December 20th, for a night of live music with local cover artist Ethan Armstrong, bringing his bluegrass and country tunes to Downtown Minot. Enjoy stiff drinks, free popcorn, and no cover charge for a memorable evening! #LiveMusicMinot #BlueRider #SavorMinot
Kids & Families
Grinch Party! @MainStreetBooks
Saturday, December 14th
Join the festive fun at Main Street Books on December 14th for a Grinch Party featuring a special storytime with Miss Sara and gifts from the Grinch! Don’t miss this free, family-friendly event in downtown Minot. #GrinchParty #FamilyFun #SavorMinot
Make & Create
Zine Making! @PrairieSkyBreads
Friday, December 13th
Join us at Prairie Sky Breads in downtown Minot this Friday for an inspiring evening of zine-making hosted by Red Willow Collective. Whether you’re new to zines or a seasoned creator, come share your work, trade ideas, and enjoy the vibrant DIY community. #ZineMaking #PrairieSkyBreads #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
CPKC Holiday Train @MinotHomelessCoaltion
Tuesday, December 17th
Join the Minot Area Homeless Coalition for a festive Family Fun Night with the CPKC Holiday Train on December 17th in Downtown Minot. Enjoy live music, food, and shopping while supporting local food pantries with your donations. #HolidayCheer #SupportLocal #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
The Traveling Opry Show @DickensFestival
Friday, December 13th
Experience the magic of classic country hits with Becky Schlegel & The Traveling Opry Show at the Dickens Village Festival in Garrison on Friday, December 13th. Enjoy a nostalgic evening filled with the timeless tunes of Loretta Lynn, George Jones, and more. #CountryClassics #LiveMusic #SavorMinot
Make & Create
Snowshoe Lacing Workshop @Lewis&ClarkFortMandan
Saturday, January 18th
Join the Snowshoe Lacing Workshop at the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center & Fort Mandan on Saturday, January 18th, and learn to craft your own pair of snowshoes with expert guidance. This hands-on experience is perfect for ages 16 and up, ensuring you leave with the skills to finish your snowshoes at home. #CraftYourAdventure #WinterActivities #SavorMinot
