Today is Tuesday, August 27th. The sun will rise on the 69th day of summer, and the 240th day of the year at 6:57 AM. We will see 13 hours 37 minutes of daylight before it sets at 8:34 PM.
Currently we have passing clouds. The temperature is 58 degrees. The wind is 3 mph out of the Northwest. Today, we are expecting showers late with afternoon clouds and warm temperatures. The temperature will reach a high of 80°F with winds 20 mph out of the Southeast. There is a 60-65% chance of rain.
On This Day
On this day in 1859, the first successful oil well in the United States was drilled by Edwin Drake near Titusville, Pennsylvania, leading to the birth of the modern petroleum industry and significantly impacting global energy production.
Born & Died: Lyndon B. Johnson, (Born, 1908) 36th President of the United States who signed the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Stevie Ray Vaughan, (Died, 1990) Influential American blues guitarist who died in a helicopter crash, Aaron Paul, (Born, 1979) American actor best known for his role in the TV series “Breaking Bad,” Sarah Chalke, (Born, 1976) Canadian actress known for her roles in “Scrubs” and “Roseanne,” Haile Selassie, (Died, 1975) Emperor of Ethiopia who played a key role in modernizing the country, Tom Ford, (Born, 1961) American fashion designer and filmmaker known for revitalizing Gucci, Daryl Dragon, (Born, 1942) American musician and member of the musical duo Captain & Tennille.
Today is: National Pots De Creme Day,National Just Because Day,National Peach Day
Upcoming Fun!
Check out these happenings on the horizon:
- Second (breakFEST)/BookFEST 2024 @PrairieSkyBreads | Friday, August 30th — Saturday, August 31st
- The Everly Experience! @SibylCenter | Saturday, August 31st
- Lantern Hike (Evening Hike Series) @FortStevenson | Saturday, August 31st
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is comedian Rodney Dangerfield. Read and grade the results here.
Today’s Happenings!
Happy Hour
Pull Tab Happy Hour! @BlueRider
Monday, August 26th — Wednesday, August 28th
Get lucky at Blue Rider’s Pull Tab Happy Hour from August 26th to 28th! Enjoy stiff drinks, free popcorn, and a chance to win discounts or free drinks in downtown Minot. #DiveBarFun #HappyHourDeals #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
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
Happy Hour
Buy One Get One! (Well Drinks & Domestic Pours) @Arny’s
Monday, August 26th — Thursday, August 29th
Don’t miss out on Arny’s 2.0 Happy Hour in Downtown Minot! Enjoy a buy one, get one free deal on well drinks and domestic pours from Monday to Thursday before 6 PM. #HappyHour #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Truckstop Lunch Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, August 26th — Saturday, August 31st
Don’t miss out on the Truckstop Lunch Specials at Schatz Crossroads from August 26th to 31st! Enjoy two daily specials starting at 11:00 am—get them before they’re gone! #LocalEats #LunchTime #SavorMinot
Taste & Experience
Tuesday Farmers Market @MinotFarmersMarket
Tuesday, August 27th
Discover the freshest local produce and handmade goods at the Minot Farmers Market every Tuesday in Oak Park from 4pm to 7pm. Support local farmers and artisans while enjoying a vibrant community atmosphere. #FarmToTable #SupportLocal #SavorMinot
Say Savor & Save
Say Savor Minot & Save! @BudgetMusic
Monday, August 26th — Friday, August 30th
Head to Budget Music & Video in downtown Minot from August 26th to 30th, say “Savor Minot,” and enjoy a 10% discount on a wide range of items including CDs, LPs, posters, and more! Don’t miss out on this special offer and explore unique collectibles and handmade jewelry by Wild Ruby. #ShopLocal #MinotDeals #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Souped Up Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, August 26th — Sunday, September 1st
Warm up your week with daily hearty soups at Schatz Crossroads from August 26th to September 1st! Don’t miss out on these delicious specials in South Minot. #SoupSeason #ComfortFood #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
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
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
Taste & Experience
Hamm’s & Grilled Cheese (w/Tomato Bisque Reduction): 6$ @BlueRider
Tuesday, August 27th
Indulge in a delicious combo of grilled cheese with tomato bisque reduction and a Hamm’s beer for just $6 every Tuesday at Blue Rider in downtown Minot. Don’t miss out on this unbeatable deal at your favorite dive bar! #FoodieFinds #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Specials & Sales
Take Out Tuesday! @Atypical
Tuesday, August 27th
Swing by Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks this Tuesday for Take Out Tuesday and enjoy $1 off per can! Plus, get a swanky reusable pack holder for even more discounts on future visits. #LocalBrewery #TakeOutTuesday #SavorMinot
