Today is Saturday, June 29th. The sun will rise on the 10th day of summer, and the 181st day of the year at 5:47 AM. We will see 16 hours 2 minutes of daylight before it sets at 9:49 PM.
Currently we have mostly cloudy skies. The temperature is 49 degrees. The wind is 11 mph out of the Northwest. Today, we are expecting partly cloudy and pleasantly warm weather. The temperature will reach a high of 74°F with winds 15-20 mph out of the Southeast. There is a 20-25% chance of rain.
On This Day
On this day in 1613, London’s Globe Theatre, famously associated with William Shakespeare, burned to the ground during a performance of “Henry VIII” after a theatrical cannon misfired and ignited the thatched roof.
Born & Died: James Van Der Beek, (Born, 1977) American actor known for his role as Dawson Leery on the TV show “Dawson’s Creek,” Slim Pickens, (Died, 1983) American actor and rodeo performer known for his role in “Dr. Strangelove,” Jayne Mansfield, (Died, 1967) American actress and sex symbol known for her roles in the 1950s and 1960s, Gary Busey, (Born, 1944) American actor known for his roles in “The Buddy Holly Story” and “Lethal Weapon,” Harmon Killebrew, (Born, 1936) Hall of Fame American baseball player known for his time with the Minnesota Twins, Henry Clay, (Died, 1852) American statesman and politician known for his role as Speaker of the House and efforts to broker compromises on slavery.
Today is: National Waffle Iron Day,International Day of the Tropics,International Ragweed Day,National Camera Day,National Almond Buttercrunch Day
Upcoming Fun!
Check out these happenings on the horizon:
- The Addams Family Musical @MSUSummerTheatre | Tuesday, July 9th
- Lions, Tigers, and Bears! @TaubeMuseum | Tuesday, July 2nd
- The Loves of Theodore Roosevelt by Edward O’Keefe Book Signing @MainStreetBooks | Tuesday, July 9th
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is Shakespeare’s witty, roguish knight Sir John Falstaff. Read and grade the results here.
Today’s Happenings!
Taste & Experience
Brunch! @Arny’s
Saturday, June 29th — Sunday, June 30th
Get ready for the ultimate brunch experience this weekend at Arny’s 2.0 in downtown Minot! Whether you’re an early riser or a late-night reveler, we’ve got your brunch and mimosas waiting for you on June 29th and 30th. 🍳🥂 #BrunchVibes #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Souped Up Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, June 24th — Sunday, June 30th
Warm up your week with Schatz Crossroads’ Souped Up Specials in South Minot, featuring a new hearty soup every day from June 24th to June 30th! Don’t miss out on these delicious daily delights at the truck stop! 🍲 #SoupSeason #ComfortFood #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
The Pizza Sandwich! (and other Features) @PrairieSkyBreads
Wednesday, June 26th — Sunday, June 30th
Indulge in Prairie Sky Breads’ mouthwatering Pizza Sandwich, a delightful fusion of your favorite flavors, available downtown Minot from June 26th to June 30th. Don’t miss out on this week’s delicious features, including the refreshing PSB House Salad! 🍕🥗 #PizzaLovers #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
The Spicy Stro! (Weekend Pizza Feature) @PrairieSkyBreads
Saturday, June 29th — Sunday, June 30th
Get ready for a flavor-packed weekend with Prairie Sky Breads’ Spicy Stro pizza, featuring a zesty blend of pepperoni, Italian sausage, and a medley of peppers! Available only this Saturday and Sunday in Downtown Minot, don’t miss out on this fiery delight. 🌶️🍕 #WeekendEats #LocalFlavor #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Truckstop Lunch Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, June 24th — Saturday, June 29th
🚚🍽️ Craving comfort food? Head to Schatz Crossroads in Minot from June 24th to 29th for daily lunch specials starting at 11:00 am—get them before they’re gone! #TruckStopDelights #DailySpecials #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
The 39 Steps @MSUSummerTheatre
Tuesday, June 25th — Sunday, June 30th
Get ready to dive into a whirlwind of mystery and comedy with MSU Summer Theatre’s production of “The 39 Steps” from June 25th to June 30th in Minot! Experience a Hitchcock masterpiece like never before with nonstop laughs, a cast of four playing over 150 characters, and much more. #The39Steps #LiveTheatre #SavorMinot
Taste & Experience
Saturday Farmers Market @MinotFarmersMarket
Saturday, June 29th
Join us this Saturday, June 29th, at the Minot Farmers Market in Oak Park for a delightful morning of fresh, local produce, handmade goods, and community spirit! With over 35 local vendors, it’s the perfect way to support our farmers and enjoy the best of farm-to-table offerings.
#FarmersMarket #ShopLocal #SavorMinot
Learning & Listening
Hoppy Habitats @Atypical
Saturday, June 29th
Join us at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks on June 29th for Hoppy Habitats, a fun and educational event for pet owners hosted by Wonderland Animal Services and Northern Grooming. Enjoy live presentations on dog training, pet massage benefits, and more while sipping award-winning brews in downtown Minot! #PetEducation #LocalBrews #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