In the grand tapestry of human creative expression, even our smallest communities mirror the cosmic dance of creation and destruction, of order emerging from chaos. Tonight in Minot, at the venerable Taube Museum, artists will gather to explore the remarkable phenomenon of gel plate printing – a process that, like the formation of galaxies, begins with seemingly random elements coming together to create patterns of extraordinary beauty. How fascinating that we, beings made of star-stuff, use simple materials and found objects from our pale blue dot to create impressions that sometimes resemble the very nebulae from which we emerged.
As evening descends, The Brothers Burn Mountain will perform at Atypical Brewery, their Afro-Cuban rhythms echoing the fundamental vibrations of our universe – a reminder that music, like the cosmic microwave background radiation, surrounds us, penetrates us, binds our galaxy together. In their melodies, one might hear whispers of the billions and billions of stories our species tells through art.
We are all connected; the nitrogen in the free popcorn at Blue Rider was cooked in ancient stellar furnaces billions of years ago.
Got a guess at today’s celebrity writer? It’s astronomer and planetary scientist Carl Sagan
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Upcoming Fun!
Check out these happenings on the horizon:
- Drew Hanson & Rick Watson @BlueRider | Thursday, November 14th
- Close Encounters With Musicians @MinotSymphony | Saturday, November 16th
- Acoustic Eidolon @InternationalArtistSeries | Monday, November 18th
Today’s Happenings!
Live Music!
Slamabama @TheOriginal
Friday, November 8th — Saturday, November 9th
Get ready to rock with Slamabama as they return to Minot’s Original Bar & Nightclub for two unforgettable nights of live music on November 8 & 9! Don’t miss your chance to sing and dance to all your favorite hits. #LiveMusic #MinotEvents #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
Live Music!
The Brothers Burn Mountain @Atypical
Saturday, November 9th
Get ready for an unforgettable night of live music at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks with The Brothers Burn Mountain on Saturday, November 9th. Experience their unique blend of afro-cuban rhythms, blues, and folk while enjoying award-winning barrel-aged beers. #LiveMusic #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Todd Kieffer @BlueRider
Saturday, November 9th
Get ready for a night of live music with Todd Kieffer at Blue Rider in Downtown Minot on Saturday, November 9th! Enjoy stiff drinks, free popcorn, and no cover charge for a rocking good time. #LiveMusic #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
The Olympus (Weekend Pizza Feature) @PrairieSkyBreads
Saturday, November 9th — Sunday, November 10th
Indulge in the ultimate pizza experience this weekend with Prairie Sky Breads’ special feature, The Olympus, loaded with unique toppings like goat cheese and sun-dried tomatoes. Join us downtown for a slice of this delicious creation on November 9th and 10th. #PizzaLovers #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Featured Soups & Sunday Specials @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, November 4th — Sunday, November 10th
Warm up your week with a daily dose of hearty soups and Sunday specials at Schatz Crossroads in South Minot, from November 4th to 10th. Let us handle the cooking while you enjoy the flavors! #WeeklyFeatures #SoupSeason #SavorMinot
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
Weekly Features
Roast Beef & Pico (+ all this week’s features) @PrairieSkyBreads
Wednesday, November 6th — Sunday, November 10th
Head to Prairie Sky Breads in downtown Minot this week to try their featured Roast Beef & Pico sandwich, a delicious blend of roast beef, cotija cheese, and fresh pico de gallo on their signature bread. Don’t miss out on their other weekly features like the refreshing PSB House Salad. #LocalEats #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
Truckstop Lunch Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, November 4th — Saturday, November 9th
Don’t miss out on the delicious Truckstop Lunch Specials at Schatz Crossroads in Minot, available from 11:00 am until they’re gone! Enjoy two mouthwatering specials every day from Monday, November 4th to Saturday, November 9th. #LocalEats #ComfortFood #SavorMinot
Make & Create
Gel Plate Printing w/ Rob Anderson @TaubeMuseum
Saturday, November 9th
Discover the art of gel plate printing with Rob Anderson at the Taube Museum of Art on November 9th. This beginner-friendly workshop in downtown Minot invites you to explore creativity using various textures and objects. #ArtWorkshop #DowntownMinot #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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