Despite the fact that Minot poultry processors report a serious shortage of help in picking turkeys and chickens, several carloads of these dressed birds have been shipped to eastern markets.
The Ward County Independent, November 18, 1943
Why We Chose It
Locally raised, locally processed, and shipped to market. It’s remarkable how much our local food processing has changed. How far away do you think our Thanksgiving turkey will come from this year?
Today’s Happenings!
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is The chaotic President of the Galaxy from “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy.” Zaphod Beeblebrox. Read and grade the results here.
Future Fun!
Play & Participate
Magic City Turkey Trot @MCFSC
Thursday, November 28th
Lace up your running shoes and join the Magic City Synchro for the 10th annual Magic City Turkey Trot in Downtown Minot this Thanksgiving morning! Enjoy a fun 1-mile or 5k run/walk with prizes for the best costumes and free T-shirts for early registrants. #TurkeyTrot2024 #ThanksgivingRun #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
Captain Fantastic | The Magic of Elton John @DickensFestival
Friday, December 6th
Get ready to be dazzled by Captain Fantastic, the ultimate Elton John Tribute Show, at the Dickens Village Festival in Garrison on Friday, December 6th. Experience stunning recreations of Elton John’s iconic hits and mesmerizing costumes in a spectacular musical journey. #EltonJohnTribute #Rocketman #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
A Renaissance Christmas Feast @MinotChamberChorale
Friday, December 6th — Saturday, December 7th
Experience a magical evening with the Minot Chamber Chorale’s Renaissance Christmas Feast, featuring classic holiday tunes and new compositions in downtown Minot. Join the festivities at the Regency Event Center on December 6th and 7th at 7 p.m. #RenaissanceFeast #MinotChorale #SavorMinot
In Theaters
Cinderella @MouseRiverPlayers
Friday, November 29th — Sunday, December 1st
Experience the magic of Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella with Mouse River Players in Downtown Minot from November 29th to December 1st. Don’t miss this enchanting Broadway adaptation where dreams come true and classic songs come alive! #CinderellaOnStage #MinotTheater #SavorMinot
Let’s Celebrate!
Dickens Village Festival 2024 @DickensFestival
Friday, November 29th — Saturday, November 30th
Step back in time at the Dickens Village Festival in Garrison, where the town transforms into a charming Victorian village inspired by Charles Dickens. Enjoy live entertainment, unique events like the Fruticake Toss, and the Piccadilly Square Craft Vendor Show starting Thanksgiving week. #DickensVillageFestival #VictorianChristmas #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
A Kat Perkins Christmas @DickensFestival
Friday, November 29th
Experience the magic of the holidays with “A Kat Perkins Christmas” at the Dickens Village Festival in Garrison on November 29th. Enjoy a festive evening of traditional and original Christmas songs, audience participation, and a special young star performance. #ChristmasConcert #FamilyFun #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Lila Bea @BlueRider
Friday, November 22nd
Experience the soulful sounds of Lila Bea at Blue Rider on Friday, November 22nd, as she blends country ballads with classic rock. Enjoy a night of live music, free popcorn, and stiff drinks in downtown Minot. #LiveMusic #LocalTalent #SavorMinot
