Today is Friday, April 26th. The sun will rise on the 38th day of spring, and the 117th day of the year at 6:33 AM. We will see 14 hours 19 minutes of daylight before it sets at 8:52 PM.
Currently we have overcast, cool weather. The temperature is 53 degrees. The wind is 10 mph out of the Southeast. Today, we are expecting cloudy skies with a chance of light morning rain. The temperature will reach a high of 57°F with winds 10-15 mph out of the East. There is a 50% chance of rain.
On This Day
On this day in 1964, Tanganyika and Zanzibar merged to form the United Republic of Tanzania, a significant event in African history as it marked the union of two distinct regions.
Born & Died: Eugene Delacroix, (Born, 1798) French Romantic artist known for his painting “Liberty Leading the People”, Carol Burnett, (Born, 1933) American actress and comedian known for “The Carol Burnett Show”, Channing Tatum, (Born, 1980) American actor and producer known for “Magic Mike” and “21 Jump Street”, Melania Trump, (Born, 1970) Former First Lady of the United States, William Shakespeare, (Baptized, 1564) English playwright and poet known for “Romeo and Juliet” and “Hamlet”, John James Audubon, (Died, 1851) French-American ornithologist and painter known for “The Birds of America”, Marcus Aurelius, (Died, 180) Roman Emperor and Stoic philosopher
Today is: National Arbor Day,National Hairball Awareness Day,National Kids And Pets Day,National Richter Scale Day,National Pretzel Day,National Dissertation Day,National Historic Marker Day,National Audubon Day,National South Dakota Day,National Help A Horse Day
Upcoming Fun!
Check out these happenings on the horizon:
- Our Town @MinotSymphony | Saturday, April 27th
- Poppa’s Place at Atypical Brewery @Atypical | Saturday, May 4th
- Skyfest Over Fort Stevenson @FortStevenson | Saturday, May 25th
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is American children’s author and cartoonist Theodor Seuss Geisel who is better known as Dr. Seuss. Read and grade the results here.
Today’s Happenings!
Monthly Features
Bacon Ranch Chipotle Chicken Melt @MagicCityHoagies
Monday, April 1st — Tuesday, April 30th
Dive into the flavors of downtown Minot this April with Magic City Hoagies’ mouth-watering Bacon Ranch Chipotle Chicken Melt, our Hoagie of the Month! Experience the perfect blend of chipotle seasoned chicken, pepper jack cheese, crispy bacon, and ranch, all pressed with a Parm crust. #HoagieHeaven #FlavorExplosion #SavorMinot
Activities & Events
Spring Honor Dance & Powwow Celebration @MinotStateNACC
Wednesday, April 24th — Saturday, April 27th
Join us at MSU’s Native American Cultural Center for a vibrant Spring Honor Dance & Powwow Celebration starting April 24th in Minot! Enjoy cultural teachings, a book discussion with author Diane Wilson, and mesmerizing performances throughout the week. #SavorMinot #PowwowCelebration #CulturalHeritage
Activities & Events
iMagicon 2024 @Imagicon
Friday, April 26th — Sunday, April 28th
Celebrate a decade of diverse fandoms at iMagicon 2024 in Minot, starting April 26th! From cosplay to gaming, this 3-day event promises epic fun for all, plus special After Hours sessions. #SavorMinot #iMagicon2024 #PopCultureParty
Performances & Exhibitions
North Dakota Student Art Show @TaubeMuseum
Tuesday, April 9th — Friday, April 26th
Discover the future of art in North Dakota at the Student Art Show, hosted by the Taube Museum of Art in downtown Minot from April 9th to April 26th. Don’t miss your chance to witness the creativity of tomorrow’s artists, open Tuesday through Saturday! #NorthDakotaArt #StudentArtists #SavorMinot
Monthly Features
Smokey Mountain Bacon Dip & The Hawaiian @OTV
Monday, April 1st — Tuesday, April 30th
Dive into April’s mouthwatering specials at Off The Vine in Downtown Minot – the Smokey Mountain Bacon Dip and The Hawaiian are flavors you’ll want to experience more than once! 🍍🥓 #WineAndDine #TapasTreats #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
Grand Entry: Linda Whitney @NorthwestArtsCenter
Tuesday, April 2nd — Friday, April 26th
Celebrate the vibrant indigenous culture through the lens of INT’L Paperworks 2022 Best of Show award winner, Linda Whitney, at the Northwest Arts Center. Don’t miss her solo exhibition, ‘Grand Entry,’ showcasing mesmerizing mezzotint prints from April 2-25, with a special closing reception and artist talk on April 25. #IndigenousArt #MezzotintMagic #SavorMinot
Say Savor & Save
Freaky Friday! @BudgetMusic
Friday, April 26th
Dive into the unexpected this Freaky Friday at Budget Music & Video in Downtown Minot! Discover hidden deals on your favorite tunes and films—will your finds be 10%, 15%, or even 20% off? Only the counter reveals! #FreakyFridayFinds #MusicDeals #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Pop ROCKS Live! @TheOriginal
Friday, April 26th
Get ready to rock the night away with Pop ROCKS at The Original Bar and Nightclub in Minot on April 26th! Experience an electrifying live music journey through genres and eras, featuring over 30 costume changes and a parade of iconic impersonations from Katy Perry to Ozzy Osbourne. #LiveMusic #NightOut #SavorMinot
Happy Hour
Happy Hour with a View! @1685
Wednesday, April 24th — Saturday, April 27th
Experience the chill of winter with a side of warmth at 1685’s Happy Hour, featuring our unique Pho Fries and Buffalo Pimento Dip, from April 24th to 27th. Join us for a spectacular view and flavors that fight the freeze, Wednesdays to Saturdays all winter long, in South Minot. #HappyHourHeaven #WinterWarmers #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Roast Beef & Pico (And More Features!) @PrairieSkyBreads
Wednesday, April 24th — Sunday, April 28th
Dive into deliciousness at Prairie Sky Breads during Pizza Sandwich Week (And More!) from April 24th to 28th in Downtown Minot! Savor our special Roast Beef & Pico sandwich, Loaded Baked Potato Soup, and award-winning Texa-Kotan Chili among other mouthwatering offerings. #PrairieSkyBreads #FoodieFinds #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Souped Up Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, April 22nd — Sunday, April 28th
Dive into deliciousness at Schatz Crossroads with ‘Souped Up Specials’ all week long! From April 22nd to April 28th, savor a unique, hearty soup each day at our South Minot location. 🍲 #WarmUpWithSoup #TruckStopTreats #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Truckstop Lunch Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, April 22nd — Saturday, April 27th
🚚 Hungry for a midday treat? Catch the daily lunch specials at Schatz Crossroads in Minot, starting at 11:00 am from April 22nd to April 27th — get them before they’re gone! #TruckStopDelights #MinotLunch #SavorMinot
