Today is Thursday, August 22nd. The sun will rise on the 64th day of summer, and the 235th day of the year at 6:50 AM. We will see 13 hours 54 minutes of daylight before it sets at 8:44 PM.
Currently we have low clouds. Mild. The temperature is 67 degrees. The wind is 0 mph out of the East. Today, we are expecting sunny and hot weather. The temperature will reach a high of 86°F with winds 10-15 mph out of the Southeast.
On This Day
On this day in 1851, the American yacht “America” won the first America’s Cup race, defeating a fleet of British yachts. The victory established newfound international prestige for American yacht racing.
Born & Died: Ray Bradbury, (Born, 1920) American author known for his dystopian novel “Fahrenheit 451,” Tori Amos, (Born, 1963) American singer-songwriter and pianist known for her emotive music style, Kristen Wiig, (Born, 1973) American actress and comedian known for her work on “Saturday Night Live” and in films like “Bridesmaids,” Michael Collins, (Died, 1922) Irish revolutionary leader and politician who played a key role in the struggle for Irish independence, Cindy Williams, (Born, 1947) American actress best known for her role in “Laverne & Shirley,” Paul Molitor, (Born, 1956) American former professional baseball player and Hall of Famer, Alexandre Dumas, fils, (Died, 1895) French author and playwright known for his novel “La Dame aux Camélias.”
Today is: National Pecan Torte Day,National Surgical Oncologist Day,Never Bean Better Day,National Be An Angel Day,National Bao Day,National Tooth Fairy Day
Upcoming Fun!
Check out these happenings on the horizon:
- Artificial AI’s @BlueRider | Saturday, August 24th
- Second (breakFEST)/BookFEST 2024 @PrairieSkyBreads | Friday, August 30th — Saturday, August 31st
- LeeWok Adventure Race @RunWithHeart | Saturday, September 7th
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is French novelist and playwright Alexander Dumas. Read and grade the results here.
Today’s Happenings!
Live Music!
Luke Hendrickson @BlueRider
Thursday, August 22nd
Catch Luke Hendrickson live at Blue Rider this Thursday, August 22nd! Enjoy a night of live music, cheap shots, and free popcorn in downtown Minot. #LiveMusic #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Taste & Experience
Thursday Farmers Market @MinotFarmersMarket
Thursday, August 22nd
Get ready to fill your basket with the freshest local produce and handmade goods at the Minot Farmers Market this Thursday, August 22nd! Join us at Oak Park from 9am to 12pm and support our local farmers, makers, and bakers. 🌿🍞 #FarmToTable #SupportLocal #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
It’s Brie-Licious (and other Features) @PrairieSkyBreads
Wednesday, August 21st — Sunday, August 25th
Indulge in the Brie-Licious Turkey Melt at Prairie Sky Breads this week, featuring turkey, brie, granny smith apple slices, and dijon mustard on PSB bread. Don’t miss out on this and other delicious weekly features in downtown Minot from August 21st to 25th.
#MinotEats #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Hot, New, Fresh
Not Your Father’s Root Beer Float @Capone’s
Sunday, August 18th — Saturday, August 24th
Cool off with Capone’s Birreria’s Not Your Father’s Root Beer Float, featuring a 5.9% abv twist and three scoops of vanilla. Available downtown from August 18th to 24th. #CraftBeer #SummerTreats #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
Say Savor & Save
Say Savor Minot & Save! @BudgetMusic
Monday, August 19th — Friday, August 23rd
Head to Budget Music & Video in downtown Minot from August 19th to 23rd, say “Savor Minot,” and enjoy a 10% discount on a wide array of items including CDs, LPs, posters, and more! Don’t miss out on this special offer to save on all your favorite collectibles and unique finds. #ShopLocal #MinotDeals #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
Today’s Features
Nacho Average Thursday @BlueRider
Thursday, August 22nd
Get ready for Nacho Average Thursday at Blue Rider on August 22nd! Dive into delicious nachos, stiff drinks, and free popcorn starting at 4 PM in Downtown Minot. #NachoAverageThursday #BlueRider #SavorMinot
Happy Hour
Buy One Get One! (Well Drinks & Domestic Pours) @Arny’s
Monday, August 19th — Thursday, August 22nd
Enjoy a great deal at Arny’s 2.0 with their Buy One Get One offer on well drinks and domestic pours, Monday through Thursday before 6 PM. Don’t miss out on this downtown Minot happy hour! #HappyHour #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Drew Hanson & Rick Watson @BlueRider
Thursday, August 22nd
Catch Drew Hanson & Rick Watson live at Blue Rider on Thursday, August 22nd! Enjoy great music, pizza, and drinks while supporting Independence Inc. #LiveMusic #SupportLocal #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
Live Music!
Thursdays Downtown! @MinotArts
Thursday, August 22nd
Experience the vibrant arts scene at Thursdays Downtown with live music, local vendors, and activities for all ages in downtown Minot on August 22nd! Enjoy a night out with adult beverages and fun stops at your favorite Main Street businesses. #ThursdaysDowntown #MinotArts #SavorMinot
