Today is Thursday, August 1st. The sun will rise on the 43rd day of summer, and the 214th day of the year at 6:21 AM. We will see 14 hours 59 minutes of daylight before it sets at 9:20 PM.
Currently we have clear, mild weather. The temperature is 64 degrees. The wind is 6 mph out of the South. Today, we are expecting sunny and extremely hot weather. The temperature will reach a high of 91°F with winds 10 mph out of the Southeast.
On This Day
On this day in 1981, MTV (Music Television) was launched, kicking off with the iconic phrase “Ladies and gentlemen, rock and roll!” and forever changing the landscape of the music industry by bringing music videos to mainstream audiences.
Born & Died: Herman Melville, (Born, 1819) American novelist best known for “Moby-Dick,” Jerry Garcia, (Born, 1942) American musician and lead guitarist of the Grateful Dead, Calamity Jane, (Died, 1903) American frontierswoman and professional scout known for her acquaintance with Wild Bill Hickok, Yves Saint Laurent, (Born, 1936) Influential French fashion designer and founder of the YSL brand, Jason Momoa, (Born, 1979) American actor known for his roles in “Aquaman” and “Game of Thrones,” Dom DeLuise, (Born, 1933) American actor and comedian known for his roles in Mel Brooks films.
Today is: National IPA Day,National Minority Donor Awareness Day,National Raspberry Cream Pie Day,International Mahjong Day,National Girlfriends Day,Respect For Parents Day
Upcoming Fun!
Check out these happenings on the horizon:
- LIVE MUSIC by Rootz Within at Atypical Brewery @Atypical | Friday, August 2nd
- Sammy QaDan @BlueRider | Wednesday, August 7th
- 35th Great Tomato Festival | The Grand Finale! @GreatTomatoFestival | Wednesday, August 14th
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is Iconic figure of the old West Calamity Jane. Read and grade the results here.
Today’s Happenings!
Kids & Families
Summer Art Camp – Morning Sessions @TaubeMuseum
Monday, July 29th — Thursday, August 1st
🎨 Spark your child’s creativity this summer at the Taube Museum of Art! Our Summer Art Camp – Morning Sessions from July 29th to August 1st in Downtown Minot offers exciting activities like printmaking, acrylic painting, and more. 🖌️ #ArtCamp #KidsArt #SavorMinot
Kids & Families
Summer Art Camp – Afternoon Sessions @TaubeMuseum
Monday, July 29th — Thursday, August 1st
🎨 Unleash your child’s creativity this summer at the Taube Museum of Art! Our Summer Art Camp – Afternoon Sessions from July 29th to August 1st offer exciting activities like printmaking, acrylic painting, and more. 🖌️ #ArtCamp #KidsArt #SavorMinot
Taste & Experience
Thursday Farmers Market @MinotFarmersMarket
Thursday, August 1st
🌾🍅 Discover the best local produce and homemade goodies at the Minot Farmers Market every Thursday in Oak Park! With over 35 vendors, it’s your go-to spot for fresh, farm-to-table delights from 9am to 12pm, rain or shine! 🌦️ #FarmersMarket #FreshProduce #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
The Caprese Melt (and other Features) @PrairieSkyBreads
Wednesday, July 31st — Sunday, August 4th
Indulge in Prairie Sky Breads’ mouthwatering Caprese Melt, featuring fresh basil pesto and gooey mozzarella, available downtown from July 31st to August 4th. Don’t miss out on this week’s delicious lineup, including our signature PSB House Salad!
#DowntownMinot #LocalEats #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
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
Happy Hour
Buy One Get One! (Well Drinks & Domestic Pours) @Arny’s
Monday, July 29th — Thursday, August 1st
Cheers to double the fun at Arny’s 2.0! Enjoy a buy one, get one free deal on well drinks and domestic pours during Happy Hour, Monday through Thursday before 6 PM in Downtown Minot. #HappyHour #DowntownMinot #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
Say Savor & Save
Say Savor Minot & Save! @BudgetMusic
Monday, July 29th — Friday, August 2nd
🎶🎥 Head to Budget Music & Video in downtown Minot from July 29th to August 2nd, say “Savor Minot,” and enjoy a 10% discount on everything from CDs and LPs to unique jewelry and Gunpla model kits! Don’t miss out on this chance to save on your favorite music, movies, and collectibles.
#ShopLocal #MusicLovers #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Lunch Specials in Surrey! @BigDogSaloon
Monday, July 29th — Friday, August 2nd
Join us at Big Dog Saloon in Surrey from July 29th to August 2nd for mouthwatering lunch specials, including a 1/3 lb burger, loaded meatloaf, and country fried steak! Experience friendly small-town vibes and discover our secret menu item. 🍔🥩 #SurreyEats #BigDogSaloon #SavorMinot
Today’s Features
Nacho Average Thursday @BlueRider
Thursday, August 1st
Get ready for a new Thursday tradition at Blue Rider – it’s Nacho Average Thursday! Join us downtown on August 1st for a night of stiff drinks, free popcorn, and all the nachos you can handle. #DiveBarDelights #NachoAverageThursday #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Thursdays Downtown! @MinotArts
Thursday, August 1st
🎶🎨 Get ready for an unforgettable summer evening with “Thursdays Downtown” hosted by the Minot Area Council of the Arts! Starting August 1st, enjoy live performances, explore unique galleries, and savor the best of Downtown Minot’s shops and restaurants. #DowntownMinot #LiveMusic #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
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
