On this day in 1911, Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen and his team became the first humans to reach the South Pole, achieving a major milestone in the history of exploration and beating the British expedition led by Robert Falcon Scott.
On this day in 1962, NASA’s Mariner 2 spacecraft made a successful flyby of Venus, becoming the first spacecraft to conduct a successful planetary encounter and providing valuable data about the planet’s atmosphere and surface.
On this day in 2012, a tragic mass shooting occurred at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut, where a gunman killed 20 children and six adult staff members, sparking a national debate on gun control and school safety in the United States.
Born & Died: Nostradamus, (Born, 1503) French astrologer and physician known for his prophecies, George Washington, (Died, 1799) First President of the United States and a Founding Father, Vanessa Hudgens, (Born, 1988) American actress and singer known for her role in “High School Musical,” Peter O’Toole, (Died, 2013) Irish actor known for his role in “Lawrence of Arabia,” Patty Duke, (Born, 1946) American actress known for her roles in “The Miracle Worker” and “The Patty Duke Show,” Shirley Jackson, (Died, 1965) American author known for her works of horror and mystery, including “The Lottery,” Roger Maris, (Died, 1985) American baseball player known for breaking Babe Ruth’s single-season home run record, Andrei Sakharov, (Died, 1989) Russian nuclear physicist and human rights activist.
Today in Minot History
Today’s Happenings!
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is French astrologer, physician, and future forecaster Nostradamus. Read and grade the results here.
Future Fun!
Live Music!
Vanity Plate Vinyl Release Party @BlueRider
Saturday, December 14th
Celebrate Vanity Plate’s first vinyl release at the Blue Rider on Saturday, December 14th, with live music from Dude Clicky and other local artists. Doors open at 8:30 pm, and records are available for $25. #LiveMusic #VinylRelease #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
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
Performances & Exhibitions
Hoiday Magic! @MinotSymphony
Saturday, December 14th
Experience the enchantment of the holiday season with the Minot Symphony Orchestra’s “Holiday Magic!” on December 14th, featuring timeless classics and beloved film scores like A Christmas Carol, The Grinch, and Home Alone. Join us for an unforgettable evening of music and cheer in Minot. #HolidayMagic #MinotSymphony #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
Seasonal Sales & Celebrations
Sing for Your Savings! @Koselig
Saturday, December 14th
Unleash your inner singer and score some savings at Koselig: The Cozy Shop’s “Sing for Your Savings” event on December 14th in Downtown Minot! Embrace Nordic warmth and local artisanship while enjoying a fun-filled day of music and discounts. #CozySavings #NordicWarmth #SavorMinot
Social & Networking
Christmas Eve @BlueRider
Tuesday, December 24th
Celebrate the holidays with a festive toast at Blue Rider’s Christmas Eve gathering from 2-6 PM. Enjoy stiff drinks and free popcorn at your favorite downtown dive bar. #HolidayCheers #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
