Today is Tuesday, August 6th. The sun will rise on the 48th day of summer, and the 219th day of the year at 6:28 AM. We will see 14 hours 44 minutes of daylight before it sets at 9:12 PM.
Currently we have clear, cool skies. The temperature is 49 degrees. The wind is 3 mph out of the Southeast. Today, we are expecting partly sunny skies with a chance of rain tonight. The temperature will reach a high of 78°F with winds 15 mph out of the South. There is a 20% chance of rain.
On This Day
On this day in 1945, the United States dropped an atomic bomb on Hiroshima, Japan, during World War II, leading to unprecedented destruction and loss of life, and significantly influencing the end of the war and global nuclear policy.
On this day in 1997, Microsoft and Apple announced a partnership where Microsoft would invest $150 million in Apple, a crucial move that helped the struggling company regain stability and ultimately thrive in the tech industry.
Born & Died: Lucille Ball, (Born, 1911) American actress and comedian known for her role in “I Love Lucy,” Andy Warhol, (Born, 1928) American artist known for his pop art, Marvin Hamlisch, (Died, 2012) American composer and winner of Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony awards, John Hughes, (Died, 2009) American director and screenwriter known for movies like “The Breakfast Club” and “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off,” Rick James, (Died, 2004) American musician known for the hit song “Super Freak,” Edith Roosevelt, (Born, 1861) First Lady of the United States and wife of President Theodore Roosevelt, Alexander Fleming, (Born, 1881) Scottish biologist and pharmacologist who discovered penicillin, Abbey Lincoln, (Born, 1930) American singer and actress known for her films and jazz performances, Robert Mitchum, (Born, 1917) American actor known for his roles in films like “Cape Fear”.
Today is: National Root Beer Float Day,National Night Out Day,National Wiggle Your Toes Day,National Fresh Breath Day
Upcoming Fun!
Check out these happenings on the horizon:
- Second (breakFEST)/BookFEST 2024 @PrairieSkyBreads | Friday, August 30th — Saturday, August 31st
- Festival on Main! @DowntownMinot | Saturday, September 14th
- Gaelic Storm and The Texas Tenors @Høstfest | Wednesday, September 25th
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is Lucille Ball’s iconic television and character Lucy Ricardo. Read and grade the results here.
Today’s Happenings!
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 5th — Thursday, August 8th
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. 🍻🥂 #DowntownMinot #HappyHour #SavorMinot
Taste & Experience
Tuesday Farmers Market @MinotFarmersMarket
Tuesday, August 6th
Discover the best of local produce and handmade goods at the Minot Farmers Market every Tuesday from 4pm to 7pm in Oak Park! With over 35 vendors offering fresh, farm-to-table delights, it’s the perfect way to support local farmers and makers. 🌽🍞 #FarmersMarket #ShopLocal #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Lunch Specials in Surrey! @BigDogSaloon
Monday, August 5th — Friday, August 9th
Treat yourself to a week of delicious lunch specials at Big Dog Saloon in Surrey! From mouth-watering hamburgers to comforting shepherd’s pie, there’s something for everyone from August 5th to 9th. #PubGrub #SmallTownCharm #SavorMinot
Say Savor & Save
Say Savor Minot & Save! @BudgetMusic
Monday, August 5th — Friday, August 9th
🎶🎥 Unlock 10% savings at Budget Music & Video by simply saying “Savor Minot” from August 5th to 9th! Dive into a treasure trove of music, movies, posters, and unique collectibles in downtown Minot. #ShopLocal #MusicLovers #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Truckstop Lunch Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, August 5th — Saturday, August 10th
Craving comfort food? Head to Schatz Crossroads in Minot from August 5th to 10th for daily lunch specials starting at 11:00 am—get them before they’re gone! #TruckStopEats #DailySpecials #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
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 6th
Indulge in the ultimate comfort combo every Tuesday at Blue Rider: a perfectly grilled cheese with a savory tomato bisque reduction, paired with a classic Hamm’s beer for just $6. Don’t miss out on this delicious downtown Minot experience! #GrilledCheeseHeaven #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Specials & Sales
Take Out Tuesday! @Atypical
Tuesday, August 6th
Swing by Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks this Tuesday for Take Out Tuesday and enjoy $1 off per can, plus score a swanky reusable pack holder for extra discounts on future visits! Don’t miss out on this eco-friendly deal in downtown Minot.
#TakeOutTuesday #DrinkLocal #SavorMinot