In the stifling heat of this North Dakota summer, Minot buzzes with the existential fervor of a town trapped between nothingness and being. At the Blue Rider, the Jason Lee Band will unleash their musical essence, their melodies echoing the absurdity of our fleeting existence. Meanwhile, at Prairie Sky Breads, the Roast Beef + Pico sandwich stands as a culinary metaphor for life’s fleeting pleasures – a momentary respite from the void.
As we grapple with the weight of our freedom on this World Humanist Day, let us not forget the simple joys that define our authenticity. Whether it’s savoring a peach on National Peaches ‘N’ Cream Day or contemplating our reflection on National Selfie Day, we are condemned to be free, to choose our essence in each mundane act. In this sweltering heat, we are reminded that hell is not just other people, but also the relentless sun on National Daylight Appreciation Day.
Got a guess at today’s celebrity writer? It’s French philosopher and playwright Jean-Paul Sartre
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Upcoming Fun!
Check out these happenings on the horizon:
- Frontier Military Days @FortStevenson | Saturday, June 22nd
- Arts in the City – Sundays in the Park @MinotArts | Sunday, June 23rd
- Downtown Throwdown III @BlueRider | Saturday, August 3rd
Today’s Happenings!
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
Weekly Features
Lunch Specials in Surrey! @BigDogSaloon
Monday, June 17th — Friday, June 21st
Craving some mouthwatering pub food in a friendly small-town atmosphere? Head over to Big Dog Saloon in Surrey from June 17th to 21st for daily lunch specials that will leave you satisfied and coming back for more!
#PubFood #SmallTownCharm #SavorMinot
Say Savor & Save
Say Savor Minot & Save! @BudgetMusic
Monday, June 17th — Friday, June 21st
🎶🎥 Discover hidden gems at Budget Music & Video in downtown Minot! From June 17th to 21st, say “Savor Minot” and enjoy a 10% discount on an eclectic mix of music, movies, posters, jewelry, and more! #ShopLocal #MusicLovers #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
Weekly Features
Truckstop Lunch Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, June 17th — Saturday, June 22nd
Get ready for delicious Truckstop Lunch Specials at Schatz Crossroads in Minot! Enjoy two mouth-watering specials every day from June 17th to June 22nd, starting at 11:00 am—hurry in before they’re gone! #LocalEats #FoodieFinds #SavorMinot
Happy Hour
Happy Hour with a View! @1685
Wednesday, June 19th — Saturday, June 22nd
Warm up your winter evenings with stunning views and delicious bites at 1685’s Happy Hour in South Minot, happening Wednesdays through Saturdays! Indulge in Pho Fries and Buffalo Pimento Dip while enjoying the picturesque golf course scenery from June 19th to June 22nd. #HappyHour #WinterWarmUp #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
The Roast Beef + Pico Sandwich (and other Features) @PrairieSkyBreads
Wednesday, June 19th — Sunday, June 23rd
Indulge in the flavors of summer with Prairie Sky Breads’ Roast Beef + Pico Sandwich, available this week only in downtown Minot! Pair it with our refreshing PSB House Salad for the perfect meal.
#LocalEats #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Souped Up Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, June 17th — Sunday, June 23rd
Warm up your week with Schatz Crossroads’ Souped Up Specials! Enjoy a different hearty soup daily from June 17th to June 23rd in South Minot. 🍲 #SoupSeason #ComfortFood #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Jason Lee Band @BlueRider
Friday, June 21st
🎸 Get ready for an unforgettable night of live music as the Jason Lee Band takes the stage at Blue Rider this Friday, June 21st! Enjoy stiff drinks, free popcorn, and soulful tunes in the heart of Downtown Minot. #LiveMusic #DowntownMinot #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
Kids & Families
Poppin’ Puffer Fish @TaubeMuseum
Friday, June 21st
🎨🐡 Dive into creativity with your little ones at the Poppin’ Puffer Fish event at the Taube Museum of Art in Downtown Minot! Join us on June 21st for a morning of artistic adventure and make your own pop-up puffer fish. #FamilyFun #ArtForKids #SavorMinot
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