Today I found myself at this establishment they call Magic City Hoagies, where they serve what they name “The Pilgrim” – a curious American invention that torments me with its abundance. How can one justify such decadence? Turkey, stuffing, gravy… all pressed between bread, as if mocking those who go without. Yet I stood in line, trembling slightly, and ordered one.
Later, seeking refuge from my thoughts, I wandered into the Blue Rider where a man named Marty plays his guitar. The music – simple, honest – brought tears to my eyes. Why tears? Perhaps because in its simplicity lies all the complexity of human existence.
Now I sit, contemplating whether to attend this “Chamber Concert” with the SubZero Winds. The intimacy of it frightens me – to be so close to the musicians, to see their every expression, every bead of sweat. It’s almost indecent, this proximity to art. Yet isn’t this closeness what we secretly yearn for, even as we fear it? The French melodies will surely pierce my soul, but isn’t that preferable to feeling nothing at all?
Got a guess at today’s celebrity writer? It’s Russian novelist Fyodor Dostoevsky
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Upcoming Fun!
Check out these happenings on the horizon:
- Acoustic Eidolon @InternationalArtistSeries | Monday, November 18th
- Magic City Turkey Trot @MCFSC | Thursday, November 28th
- A Kat Perkins Christmas @DickensFestival | Friday, November 29th
Today’s Happenings!
Kids & Families
Ice Cream Social & Milkshake Bar @MagicCitySweets
Friday, November 1st — Saturday, November 30th
Join Magic City Sweets Ice Cream Shop in downtown Minot for a month-long Ice Cream Social & Milkshake Bar, where you can create your own ice cream masterpiece and enjoy free retro arcade games. Experience the ultimate family-friendly hangout with crazy toppings and fun vibes from November 1st to 30th! #FamilyFun #IceCreamLovers #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Pickin’ & Grinnin’ @BlueRider
Saturday, November 16th
Get ready for a night of live music and good vibes at Blue Rider’s “Pickin’ & Grinnin'” event on Saturday, November 16th in downtown Minot. Enjoy cold beer, stiff drinks, and free popcorn while Marty Malachowski takes the stage. #LiveMusic #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
The Space Between @NorthwestArtsCenter
Thursday, October 10th — Saturday, November 23rd
Explore the captivating works of Nebraska artist Donald Robson at “The Space In Between,” now on display at the Northwest Arts Center’s Walter Piehl Gallery in downtown Minot until November 23rd. Don’t miss this chance to experience the award-winning art of the All Media 2022 Best of Show recipient. #ArtExhibition #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
Animal Alphabet Alliteration @TaubeMuseum
Wednesday, October 16th — Friday, November 22nd
Explore the whimsical world of Greg Walter’s watercolor paintings at the “Animal Alphabet Alliteration” exhibition, running from October 16th to November 22nd at the Taube Museum of Art in Downtown Minot. Perfect for kids and free to the public, this exhibit brings a playful twist to the ABCs. #ArtForKids #FamilyFun #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Roast Beef & Pico (Weekend Pizza Feature) @PrairieSkyBreads
Saturday, November 16th — Sunday, November 17th
Indulge in the unique flavors of Prairie Sky Breads’ Roast Beef & Pico Pizza this weekend in downtown Minot. Savor the delicious blend of mozzarella, roast beef, and pico de gallo on their signature crust. #PizzaLovers #WeekendTreat #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Featured Soups & Sunday Specials @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, November 11th — Sunday, November 17th
Warm up your week with a daily dose of hearty soups at Schatz Crossroads in South Minot, and don’t miss out on special Sunday treats! Let us handle the cooking from November 11th to 17th. #SoupSeason #SundaySpecials #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Blue & White Grilled Cheese (+ all this week’s features) @PrairieSkyBreads
Wednesday, November 13th — Sunday, November 17th
Indulge in Prairie Sky Breads’ Blue & White Grilled Cheese, a delightful blend of caramelized onions and a trio of cheeses on freshly baked bread, available this week in Downtown Minot. Don’t miss out on this and other delicious features from November 13th to 17th. #GrilledCheeseLovers #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
Close Encounters With Musicians @MinotSymphony
Saturday, November 16th
Experience the magic of live music up close at Minot Symphony Orchestra’s Chamber Concert featuring The SubZero Winds on November 16th. Enjoy an intimate evening of beautiful French melodies in downtown Minot. #LiveMusic #ChamberConcert #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Truckstop Lunch Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, November 11th — Saturday, November 16th
Get ready for delicious lunch specials at Schatz Crossroads in Minot, available from November 11th to 16th! Enjoy two daily specials starting at 11:00 am—hurry in before they’re gone! #TruckStopDelights #LocalEats #SavorMinot
Taste & Experience
The Pilgrim (Thanksgiving on a roll) @MagicCityHoagies
Friday, November 1st — Saturday, November 30th
Indulge in the flavors of Thanksgiving with The Pilgrim Hoagie at Magic City Hoagies in Downtown Minot, available throughout November. Enjoy warm turkey breast, sage sausage stuffing, and tangy lemon cranberry sauce in every bite! #ThanksgivingOnARoll #HoagieHeaven #SavorMinot
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