Today is Saturday, September 7th. The sun will rise on the 80th day of summer, and the 251st day of the year at 7:12 AM. We will see 13 hours 0 minutes of daylight before it sets at 8:12 PM.
Currently we have clear skies. The temperature is 45 degrees. The wind is 5 mph out of the South. Today, we are expecting partly cloudy and hot weather. The temperature will reach a high of 87°F with winds 5 mph out of the West.
On This Day
On this day in 1822, Brazil declared its independence from Portugal, with Prince Pedro becoming Emperor Pedro I. This event is celebrated as Dia da Independência or Independence Day in Brazil.
Born & Died: Buddy Holly, (Born, 1936) Pioneering American rock and roll musician known for hits like “Peggy Sue,” Keith Moon, (Died, 1978) British drummer for the iconic rock band The Who, Gloria Gaynor, (Born, 1943) American singer famous for her hit song “I Will Survive,” Warren Zevon, (Died, 2003) American rock singer-songwriter known for songs like “Werewolves of London,” Shannon Elizabeth, (Born, 1973) American actress known for her role in “American Pie,” Karen Blixen, (Died, 1962) Danish author known for “Out of Africa” under the pen name Isak Dinesen, Eazy-E, (Born, 1964) American rapper and founding member of the group N.W.A., Edward Teller, (Died, 2003) Hungarian-American physicist known as the “father of the hydrogen bomb,” Chrissie Hynde, (Born, 1951) American musician and lead singer of The Pretenders.
Today is: National Acorn Squash Day,National Neither Snow Nor Rain Day,National Grandma Moses Day,National Beer Lover’s Day,National Play Outside Day,National Tailgating Day,National Grateful Patient Day,National Salami Day,National New Hampshire Day
Upcoming Fun!
Check out these happenings on the horizon:
- Steel Magnolias @MouseRiverPlayers | Friday, September 13th — Sunday, September 15th
- Festival on Main! @DowntownMinot | Saturday, September 14th
- Picklicious 2024! @MinotFarmersMarket | Tuesday, September 17th
Today’s Happenings!
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is musician and songwriter Buddy Holly. Read and grade the reults here.
Taste & Experience
Brunch! @Arny’s
Saturday, September 7th — Sunday, September 8th
Kick off your weekend mornings (or afternoons) with a delicious brunch at Arny’s 2.0 in downtown Minot! Join us on September 7th and 8th for great food and mimosas. #BrunchVibes #DowntownMinot #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
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
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
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
Play & Participate
LeeWok Adventure Race @RunWithHeart
Saturday, September 7th
Gear up for an exhilarating morning at the LeeWok Adventure Race by Run With Heart & Sole! Join us on September 7th for a costume-encouraged 5K or 10K run at Black Butte, where fun meets competition and the best costume wins a prize. #AdventureRace #GetActive #SavorMinot
Monthly Features
Smokey Mountain Bacon Dip @OTV
Sunday, September 1st — Monday, September 30th
Warm up your fall at Off The Vine with their Smokey Mountain Bacon Dip, a delicious blend of bacon jam, cream cheese, onions, and cheddar. Pair it with a glass of Fini Merlot for just $10 and enjoy this September special downtown. #WineAndTapas #FallFlavors #SavorMinot
Make & Create
The Great Open (Artist Workshop) @NorthwestArtsCenter
Saturday, September 7th
Discover the artistry of Alex Webb & Rebecca Norris Webb at The Great Open (Artist Workshop) on Saturday, September 7th at 10 a.m. in MSU Hartnett Hall. RSVP with Ryan Stander to secure your spot for this unique opportunity to learn about photographic books and exhibitions. #ArtInMinot #CreativeWorkshops #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
Taste & Experience
Saturday Farmers Market @MinotFarmersMarket
Saturday, September 7th
Join us at the Minot Farmers Market on Saturday, September 7th, for fresh produce and local goods from over 35 vendors! Experience the best of farm-to-table in Oak Park from 9am to 12pm. #FarmersMarket #ShopLocal #SavorMinot
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
