The asphalt ribbons that once guided restless souls across this vast land have faded, but the spirit of adventure still pulses through Minot’s veins. As the sun climbs higher, painting the prairie in hues of gold, the city awakens to a symphony of possibility. Down on Main Street, the air thrums with the promise of art and music, a kaleidoscope of creativity spilling onto the sidewalks for “Arts in the City: Thursdays Downtown.” Thebeat of live tunes mingles with the aroma of fresh-baked pizzas wafting from Blue Rider, where Rick & Missy’s melodies will soon fill the air.
But before night falls, there’s a whole day to savor. Maybe it’s time to don those shades and hit the farmers market, where the earth’s bounty overflows in a riot of colors and textures. Or perhaps the soul craves a different kind of nourishment – the kind found in the pages of a good book, read lazily in the park while savoring the sweetness of an ice cream cake. Whatever path you choose, remember: in Minot, every moment is a chance to find that elusive pearl of wisdom hidden in the ordinary. So grab life by the hand and give it a hearty shake – today’s the day for it, after all.
Got a guess at today’s celebrity writer? It’s novelist and poet Jack Kerouac
Grade our Guest Writer!
Upcoming Fun!
Check out these happenings on the horizon:
- The Spicy Stro! (Weekend Pizza Feature) @PrairieSkyBreads | Saturday, June 29th
- Lions, Tigers, and Bears! @TaubeMuseum | Tuesday, July 2nd
- Summer Art Camp – Afternoon Sessions @TaubeMuseum | Monday, July 29th
- The Loves of Theodore Roosevelt by Edward O’Keefe Book Signing @MainStreetBooks | Tuesday, July 9th
Today’s Happenings!
Live Music!
Rick & Missy @BlueRider
Thursday, June 27th
🎶 Rick & Missy are back at Blue Rider this Thursday, June 27th, for a night of live music, stiff drinks, and free popcorn! Join us downtown for pizza, beer, and a chance to support Independence Inc. with your generous donations. 🍕🍻 #LiveMusicMinot #SupportLocal #SavorMinot
Kids & Families
Fantastic Fairies! @TaubeMuseum
Thursday, June 27th
🧚✨ Unleash your inner fairy at the Taube Museum of Art this Thursday, June 27th! Perfect for kids aged 5 and up, come join us downtown for a magical transformation. #FantasticFairies #FamilyFun #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
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
Say Savor & Save
Say Savor Minot & Save! @BudgetMusic
Monday, June 24th — Friday, June 28th
🎶✨ Say “Savor Minot” at Budget Music & Video from June 24th to 28th and enjoy a 10% discount on everything from CDs to handmade jewelry! Dive into a treasure trove of music, movies, posters, and more in downtown Minot. #ShopLocal #MusicLovers #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Lunch Specials in Surrey! @BigDogSaloon
Monday, June 24th — Friday, June 28th
Get ready for a week of mouthwatering lunch specials at Big Dog Saloon in Surrey from June 24th to June 28th! Enjoy a friendly small-town atmosphere with daily delights like Cheesy Beef and Potato Burritos and Country Fried Steak, plus a secret menu item you won’t want to miss. #SmallTownCharm #PubGrub #SavorMinot
Today’s Features
Nacho Average Thursday @BlueRider
Thursday, June 27th
Get ready for Nacho Average Thursday at Blue Rider! Swing by Downtown Minot on June 27th for a night of stiff drinks, free popcorn, and all-you-can-eat nachos starting at 4 PM.
#NachoAverageThursday #BlueRiderMinot #SavorMinot
Happy Hour
Buy One Get One! (Well Drinks & Domestic Pours) @Arny’s
Monday, June 24th — Thursday, June 27th
Cheers to double the fun at Arny’s 2.0! Enjoy a Buy One Get One offer on well drinks and domestic pours during Happy Hour from June 24th to June 27th, before 6 PM. #DowntownMinot #HappyHour #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Thursday Downtown (Arts in the City!) @MinotArts
Thursday, June 27th
Experience the vibrant heart of Minot every Thursday night with “Arts in the City: Thursdays Downtown”! Starting June 6th, join the Minot Area Council of the Arts on Main Street for an evening filled with music, theater, and visual arts, celebrating our local culture at its best. #LiveMusic #MinotArts #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
Taste & Experience
Thursday Farmers Market @MinotFarmersMarket
Thursday, June 27th
Discover the best of local produce and handmade goods at the Minot Farmers Market every Thursday from 9am to 12pm in Oak Park! With over 35 vendors offering farm-fresh delights, it’s the perfect place to fill your basket and support local farmers and artisans.
#FarmToTable #SupportLocal #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
Share it via email!