Today is Sunday, August 11th. The sun will rise on the 53rd day of summer, and the 224th day of the year at 6:35 AM. We will see 14 hours 29 minutes of daylight before it sets at 9:04 PM.
Currently we have clear, cool skies. The temperature is 49 degrees. The wind is 0 mph out of the North. Today, we are expecting mostly sunny and pleasantly warm weather. The temperature will reach a high of 81°F with winds 10 mph out of the Southeast.
On This Day
On this day in 1942, actress Hedy Lamarr and composer George Antheil received a patent for their frequency-hopping spread spectrum invention, which later contributed to modern wireless communication technologies.
Born & Died: Chris Hemsworth, (Born, 1983) Australian actor known for his role as Thor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Hulk Hogan, (Born, 1953) American professional wrestler and television personality, Viola Davis, (Born, 1965) American actress known for her roles in “Fences” and “How to Get Away with Murder,” Enid Blyton, (Born, 1897) English author of children’s books including the “Famous Five” series, Jerry Falwell, (Born, 1933) American televangelist and founder of Liberty University, Stuart Rosenberg, (Born, 1927) American film director known for “Cool Hand Luke,” Alex Haley, (Born, 1921) American author known for his novel “Roots,” Steve Wozniak, (Born, 1950) American co-founder of Apple Inc., Joe Rogan, (Born, 1967) American podcast host and comedian, Robin Williams, (Died, 2014) American actor and comedian known for his roles in “Good Will Hunting” and “Dead Poets Society”.
Today is: National Spirit Of ’45 Day- Second Sunday In August,Play In The Sand Day,Global Kinetic Sand Day,National Raspberry Bombe Day,National Presidential Joke Day,National Son’s and Daughter’s Day
Upcoming Fun!
Check out these happenings on the horizon:
- 35th Great Tomato Festival | The Grand Finale! @GreatTomatoFestival | Wednesday, August 14th
- St. Patrick Swayze Day @BlueRider | Saturday, August 17th
- La Bohème @WesternPlainsOpera | Friday, September 6th — Saturday, September 7th
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is Vampire Hunter Abraham Lincoln. Read and grade the results here.
Today’s Happenings!
Weekly Features
The Vampire Slayer (Weekend Pizza Feature) @PrairieSkyBreads
Saturday, August 10th — Sunday, August 11th
Sink your teeth into Prairie Sky Breads’ Vampire Slayer pizza this weekend, loaded with roasted garlic and savory sausage on a creamy alfredo base. Join us downtown on August 10th and 11th for this garlicky delight that’s sure to ward off any vampires! #GarlicLovers #WeekendPizza #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Chipotle Chicken Sandwich (and other Features) @PrairieSkyBreads
Wednesday, August 7th — Sunday, August 11th
Indulge in Prairie Sky Breads’ mouthwatering Chipotle Chicken Sandwich and other delicious weekly features from August 7th to 11th in Downtown Minot! Don’t miss out on their fresh, community-driven flavors and cozy atmosphere.
#PrairieSkyBreads #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Souped Up Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, August 5th — Sunday, August 11th
Warm your soul with a new hearty soup every day at Schatz Crossroads from August 5th to 11th! Don’t miss out on these delicious daily specials in South Minot. 🍲 #SoupSeason #TruckStopEats #SavorMinot
Taste & Experience
Brunch! @Arny’s
Saturday, August 10th — Sunday, August 11th
Get ready to brunch in style this weekend at Arny’s 2.0! Join us downtown on August 10th and 11th for delicious food and refreshing mimosas that will make your mornings (or afternoons) unforgettable. #BrunchVibes #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Today’s Features
Sweetly Sour Sundays! @Atypical
Sunday, August 11th
🍻 Get ready for Sweetly Sour Sundays at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks in downtown Minot! Enjoy $1 off all sour beers this Sunday, August 11th, with live music and food trucks to keep the good vibes flowing. 🎶🍺
#CraftBeerLovers #SundayFunday #SavorMinot
