Today is Wednesday, June 12th. The sun will rise on the 85th day of spring, and the 164th day of the year at 5:44 AM. We will see 16 hours 2 minutes of daylight before it sets at 9:46 PM.
Currently we have passing clouds. Cool. The temperature is 59 degrees. The wind is 11 mph out of the Southwest. Today, we are expecting passing showers, broken clouds, and pleasantly warm temperatures. The temperature will reach a high of 73°F with winds 5-10 mph out of the Northwest. There is a 25% chance of rain.
On This Day
On this day in 1964, Nelson Mandela and seven other anti-apartheid leaders were sentenced to life imprisonment in South Africa. Their courageous fight and unwavering moral fortitude ignited a fervent global struggle against the shackles of racial injustice.
Born & Died: Anne Frank, (Born, 1929) Jewish diarist whose writings from her time in hiding during the Holocaust are world-renowned, Gregory Peck, (Died, 2003) Iconic American actor known for his role in “To Kill a Mockingbird,” George H. W. Bush, (Born, 1924) 41st President of the United States and former Vice President under Ronald Reagan, Medgar Evers, (Died, 1963) American civil rights activist whose assassination propelled the civil rights movement, Nicole Kidman, (Born, 1967) Australian-American actress acclaimed for her roles in films like “Moulin Rouge!” and “The Hours,” David Rockefeller, (Died, 2017) American banker and philanthropist known for his influence in global finance, Jürgen Habermas, (Born, 1929) German sociologist and philosopher known for his work on communicative rationality and the public sphere.
Today is: World Day Against Child Labor,International Cachaca Day,National Peanut Butter Cookie Day,National Jerky Day,International Falafel Day,National Red Rose Day,National Loving Day
Upcoming Fun!
Check out these happenings on the horizon:
- Thursday Farmers Market @MinotFarmersMarket | Thursday, June 13th
- Poppa’s Place Food Truck at Atypical Brewery @Atypical | Thursday, June 13th
- The Death of Meriwether Lewis Opera @Lewis&ClarkFortMandan | Saturday, June 15th
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is Detective Sherlock Holmes. Read and grade the results here.
Today’s Happenings!
Happy Hour
Buy One Get One! (Well Drinks & Domestic Pours) @Arny’s
Monday, June 10th — Thursday, June 13th
Cheers to double the fun at Arny’s 2.0! Enjoy a Buy One Get One deal on well drinks and domestic pours during Happy Hour, Monday through Thursday before 6 PM. 🍻 #DowntownMinot #HappyHour #SavorMinot
Special Events & Fundraisers
Midwest Murder at Atypical Brewery @Atypical
Wednesday, June 12th
Join us at Atypical Brewery on June 12th for a live recording of Midwest Murder, the true crime podcast turned TV sensation that’s taken the world by storm! Experience the thrill of true crime storytelling in person while enjoying award-winning barrel-aged beers in downtown Minot. #TrueCrimeLive #MidwestMurder #SavorMinot
Timely News
Featured Minot News & Commentary @TheMinotVoice
Friday, June 7th — Thursday, June 13th
Stay in the loop with Minot’s latest news and commentary from TheMinotVoice.com, featured daily on SavorMinot! Catch up on timely updates and insightful perspectives from June 7th to June 13th. #MinotNews #CommunityUpdates #SavorMinot
Food Truck Spots
Poppa’s Place Food Truck at Atypical Brewery @Atypical
Wednesday, June 12th
Join us at Atypical Brewery on June 12th for an unforgettable evening with Poppa’s Place Food Truck and Midwest Murder! Savor award-winning barrel-aged beer, delicious food, and live entertainment in downtown Minot. #FoodTruckHeaven #MidwestMurder #SavorMinot
Play & Participate
Wednesday: The Toughest Trivia in Minot @BlueRider
Wednesday, June 12th
Think you can handle Minot’s toughest trivia? Head to Blue Rider this Wednesday, June 12th, for a night of stiff drinks, free popcorn, and brain-busting questions starting at 7 PM!
#TriviaNight #BlueRider #SavorMinot
Specials & Sales
Watch Battery Wednesdays @RicksJewelry
Wednesday, June 12th
Give your watch the care it deserves with Rick’s Jewelry’s #WatchBatteryWednesdays! Swing by every Wednesday in downtown Minot for a battery replacement and save $2 when you mention “SavorMinot” at checkout. #SupportLocal #MinotDeals #SavorMinot
Monthly Features
June’s Featured Drinks! @OTV
Saturday, June 1st — Sunday, June 30th
Sip into summer with June’s featured drinks at Off The Vine in downtown Minot! Enjoy a refreshing Summer Kalimotxo and a delightful Peach Cider Sparkler, perfect for those warm June days. #WineAndDine #SummerSips #SavorMinot
In Theaters
All Shook Up: A Musical Comedy @MSUSummerTheatre
Tuesday, June 11th — Sunday, June 16th
Get ready to rock and roll with “All Shook Up: A Musical Comedy” at MSU Summer Theatre, featuring Elvis Presley’s greatest hits in a town where fun is outlawed! 🎸🕺 June 11th-16th, let’s shake things up in Minot. #ElvisPresley #MusicalComedy #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Souped Up Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, June 10th — Sunday, June 16th
Warm up your week with Schatz Crossroads’ “Souped Up Specials” in South Minot! Enjoy a different hearty soup every day from Monday, June 10th to Sunday, June 16th. 🍲 #SoupSeason #ComfortFood #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
The Turkey Pepper Jack Melt (and other Features) @PrairieSkyBreads
Wednesday, June 12th — Sunday, June 16th
Indulge in Prairie Sky Breads’ mouthwatering Turkey Pepper Jack Melt and other delicious features this week in Downtown Minot! From June 12th to 16th, savor the perfect blend of community and flavor with our grilled sandwiches and fresh salads. #MinotEats #BakeryLove #SavorMinot
Kids & Families
Baby Paint and Play @TaubeMuseum
Wednesday, June 12th
🎨👶 Bring your little ones to unleash their creativity at Baby Paint and Play! Join us at the Taube Museum of Art on June 12th for a morning filled with fun painting activities designed just for babies. #FamilyFun #CreativeKids #SavorMinot
Happy Hour
Happy Hour with a View! @1685
Wednesday, June 12th — Saturday, June 15th
Warm up your winter evenings with stunning views and delicious bites at 1685’s Happy Hour in South Minot, running from June 12th to 15th. Indulge in Pho Fries and Buffalo Pimento Dip while enjoying the scenic golf course vista. #WinterWarmUp #HappyHour #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Truckstop Lunch Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, June 10th — Saturday, June 15th
🚛🍽️ Don’t miss out on Schatz Crossroads’ Truckstop Lunch Specials from June 10th to 15th! Swing by at 11:00 am for two daily specials that are sure to disappear fast! #TruckStopEats #DailySpecials #SavorMinot
Today’s Features
Wing It Wednesday! @YourSix
Wednesday, June 12th
Craving wings? Head to The Six Bar in downtown Minot for Wing It Wednesday on June 12th—buy 5 wings, and get a bonus wing on us! 🍗🔥 #WingNight #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Activities & Events
Trailblazing Series: Bird Watching Nature Hike @Lewis&ClarkFortMandan
Wednesday, June 12th
Join us for a bird-watching adventure at Fort Mandan on Wednesday, June 12th, as part of the Trailblazing Series by the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center. Enjoy hands-on learning with supplied binoculars, bird guides, and field journals – perfect for all ages!
#BirdWatching #NatureHike #SavorMinot
Say Savor & Save
Say Savor Minot & Save! @BudgetMusic
Monday, June 10th — Friday, June 14th
🎶🎥 Swing by Budget Music & Video in downtown Minot from June 10th-14th, say “Savor Minot,” and enjoy a 10% discount on everything from CDs and LPs to posters and handmade jewelry! Don’t miss out on this sweet deal to snag your favorite music, movies, and collectibles! 🎸🛍️ #ShopLocal #MusicLovers #SavorMinot
Hot, New, Fresh
The Spiked Refresher (New Product Alert!) @YourSix
Saturday, June 8th — Sunday, June 16th
🚨 New Product Alert! 🚨 The Six Bar in Downtown Minot is now serving Spiked Refreshers—perfect for non-beer drinkers looking for a gluten-free, fizzy-free option. Swing by from June 8th to June 16th, grab some wings, and try all four flavors! 🍗🍹 #NewInMinot #DrinkLocal #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Lunch Specials in Surrey! @BigDogSaloon
Monday, June 10th — Friday, June 14th
Looking for a tasty lunch spot in Surrey? Head over to Big Dog Saloon from June 10th to 14th for daily specials like Chicken Parmesan Sandwich, Chicken Fajita Wraps, and more in a friendly, pub-style atmosphere. #SurreyEats #PubGrub #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
June’s Hoagie of the Month | The Picnic @MagicCityHoagies
Saturday, June 1st — Sunday, June 30th
Kick off summer with a bite of June’s Hoagie of the Month at Magic City Hoagies! Dive into “The Picnic” – a delicious blend of tangy summer sausage, American cheese, and fresh veggies, topped with crispy potato chips, available all month long in Downtown Minot. #HoagieHeaven #FreshEats #SavorMinot
