Today is Friday, September 6th. The sun will rise on the 79th day of summer, and the 250th day of the year at 7:10 AM. We will see 13 hours 4 minutes of daylight before it sets at 8:14 PM.
Currently we have clear skies. The temperature is 45 degrees. The wind is 12 mph out of the West. Today, we are expecting increasing cloudiness and pleasantly warm weather. The temperature will reach a high of 79°F with winds 5-10 mph out of the South.
On This Day
On this day in 1901, U.S. President William McKinley was shot by anarchist Leon Czolgosz at the Pan-American Exposition in Buffalo, New York. McKinley succumbed to his injuries eight days later, making Theodore Roosevelt the 26th president.
Born & Died: Roger Waters, (Born, 1943) British musician and co-founder of the rock band Pink Floyd, Akira Kurosawa, (Died, 1998) Influential Japanese film director known for movies like “Seven Samurai,” Jane Addams, (Born, 1860) American social worker and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, Idris Elba, (Born, 1972) British actor known for his roles in “Luther” and “The Wire,” Luciano Pavarotti, (Died, 2007) Renowned Italian tenor known for his powerful voice, Jeff Foxworthy, (Born, 1958) American comedian known for his “You might be a redneck” jokes, Rosie Perez, (Born, 1964) American actress and choreographer known for her roles in “Do the Right Thing” and “White Men Can’t Jump.”
Today is: National Food Bank Day,National Coffee Ice Cream Day,National Read A Book Day,National Chianti Day,National Lazy Mom’s Day
Upcoming Fun!
Check out these happenings on the horizon:
- LeeWok Adventure Race @RunWithHeart | Saturday, September 7th
- The Great Open (Artist Workshop) @NorthwestArtsCenter | Saturday, September 7th
- Forest Ray @BlueRider | Sunday, September 15th
Today’s Happenings!
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is Teddy Roosevelt. Read and grade the reults here.
Performances & Exhibitions
La Bohème @WesternPlainsOpera
Friday, September 6th — Saturday, September 7th
Experience the timeless story of love and friendship with Western Plains Opera Company’s production of La Bohème on August 6th and 7th. Don’t miss this captivating opera that inspired the Broadway hit, Rent! #OperaLovers #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Monthly Features
September Features @Arny’s
Sunday, September 1st — Monday, September 30th
Celebrate September at Arny’s 2.0 with a drink menu that offers everything from the crisp kick of Jim Beam & Coke to the sophisticated blend of Patron Silver & Soda. Whiskey lovers can enjoy Elijah Craig, Basil Hayden, or a classic Old Fashioned twist. #DowntownMinot #LateNightEats #SavorMinot
Say Savor & Save
Say Savor Minot & Save! @BudgetMusic
Monday, September 2nd — Friday, September 6th
Swing by Budget Music & Video in Downtown Minot from September 2nd to 6th, say “Savor Minot,” and enjoy a 10% discount on music, movies, posters, jewelry, and more! Don’t miss out on this special offer to save on a wide variety of unique items. #ShopLocal #MinotDeals #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Truckstop Lunch Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, September 2nd — Saturday, September 7th
Enjoy delicious lunch specials at Schatz Crossroads from September 2nd to 7th, starting at 11:00 am daily. Don’t miss out—when they’re gone, they’re gone! #TruckStopEats #LocalFlavors #SavorMinot
Taste & Experience
IKEA Delight (Hoagie of the Month) @MagicCityHoagies
Sunday, September 1st — Monday, September 30th
Experience the taste of Scandinavia with Magic City Hoagies’ September special, the IKEA Delight! Enjoy Swedish meatballs topped with fries, pickled cucumbers, and lingonberry sauce in honor of Norsk Høstfest. #ScandinavianFlavor #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Kids & Families
Ice Cream Social & Milkshake Bar @MagicCitySweets
Sunday, September 1st — Monday, September 30th
Join us at Magic City Sweets Ice Cream Shop in downtown Minot for a month-long Ice Cream Social & Milkshake Bar, featuring a build-your-own hard scoop experience and free retro arcade games. Rated the chillest place downtown, it’s the perfect family-friendly hangout! #FamilyFun #IceCreamLovers #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Souped Up Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, September 2nd — Sunday, September 8th
Warm up your week with “Souped Up Specials” at Schatz Crossroads in South Minot! Enjoy a different hearty soup every day from Monday, September 2nd to Sunday, September 8th. 🍲 #SoupSeason #MinotEats #SavorMinot
