Folks, I tell ya, Minot’s got more going on than Ed McMahon at an open bar. Just got back from Off The Vine where they’re serving these Thai Red Curry Meatballs that’ll knock your socks clear to Bismarck. adjusts tie, slight pause The chef says they pair it with Ghost Pines Cabernet, but after two glasses, I was seeing more than ghost pines, if you know what I mean. wink
Speaking of spirits, there’s this artist from Nebraska – Don Robson – showing his work at the Northwest Arts Center. The exhibition’s called “The Space In Between,” which, pauses, looks at camera coincidentally, is what my accountant calls the gap in my tax returns.
And if that’s not wild enough for you, there’s this fellow from Tokyo at The Blue Rider – Kenmujo – making sounds with his guitar that remind me of my first wife’s reaction to the alimony settlement. tugs at collar
raises eyebrow And that’s the way it is in Minot… where the weather’s colder than a Tonight Show guest waiting in the green room.
Got a guess at today’s celebrity writer? It’s iconic Tonight Show host Johnny Carson
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Upcoming Fun!
Check out these happenings on the horizon:
- All Aces @TheOriginal | Friday, October 25th — Saturday, October 26th
- Downtown Treat Trail @DowntownMinot | Friday, October 25th
- Pups & Pints @Atypical | Saturday, October 26th
Today’s Happenings!
Monthly Features
October Features @OTV
Tuesday, October 1st — Thursday, October 31st
Indulge in Off The Vine’s October Features with Thai Red Curry and Coconut Meatballs paired perfectly with Ghost Pines Cabernet, or savor the Chicken Caesar Lavosh with Atypical’s Oh Snapricot apricot sour. Visit this downtown Minot gem for a delightful culinary experience all month long! #WineAndDine #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Happy Hour
Pull Tab Happy Hour! @BlueRider
Monday, October 21st — Wednesday, October 23rd
Get ready to test your luck at Blue Rider’s Pull Tab Happy Hour from October 21st to 23rd in downtown Minot! Enjoy stiff drinks, free popcorn, and the chance to win discounts or free drinks at North Dakota’s favorite dive bar. #PullTabFun #DiveBarVibes #SavorMinot
Play & Participate
Wednesday: The Toughest Trivia in Minot @BlueRider
Wednesday, October 23rd
Get ready to test your wits at Blue Rider’s “The Toughest Trivia in Minot” this Wednesday, October 23rd, at 7 PM. Enjoy stiff drinks, free popcorn, and a chance to win with creative team names and Jimmy’s Pizza on the menu. #TriviaNight #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Specials & Sales
Watch Battery Wednesdays @RicksJewelry
Wednesday, October 23rd
Get your watch ticking again with Watch Battery Wednesdays at Rick’s Jewelry in downtown Minot! Mention “SavorMinot” at checkout to save $2 on your battery replacement this Wednesday, October 23rd. #WatchCare #LocalDeals #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Pulled Pork Sandwich (and the rest of this week’s features) @PrairieSkyBreads
Wednesday, October 23rd — Sunday, October 27th
Indulge in Prairie Sky Breads’ featured Pulled Pork Sandwich, a delightful blend of Japanese BBQ flavors and fresh coleslaw, available this week in Downtown Minot. Don’t miss out on other delicious offerings from October 23rd to 27th. #PulledPorkPerfection #DowntownEats #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Truckstop Lunch Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, October 21st — Saturday, October 26th
Craving comfort food? Head to Schatz Crossroads in Minot for daily Truckstop Lunch Specials starting at 11:00 am, available until they’re gone! #FoodieFinds #LocalEats #SavorMinot
Say Savor & Save
Say Savor Minot & Save! @BudgetMusic
Monday, October 21st — Friday, October 25th
Discover amazing deals at Budget Music & Video in Downtown Minot! Say “Savor Minot” from October 21st to 25th and enjoy 10% off a wide range of items, including music, posters, jewelry, and more. #ShopLocal #MusicLovers #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
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
Monthly Features
Das Brat | Hoagie of the Month @MagicCityHoagies
Tuesday, October 1st — Thursday, October 31st
Get ready to savor the flavors of fall with Magic City Hoagies’ “Das Brat” Hoagie of the Month, featuring all pork bratwurst, beer cheese, sauerkraut, spicy mustard, and crispy onions. Available in downtown Minot from October 1st to 31st, this creation is a must-try for sandwich lovers. #HoagieHeaven #OctoberFest #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Kenmujo @BlueRider
Wednesday, October 23rd
Get ready for an electrifying night at Blue Rider as Kenmujo takes the stage on Wednesday, October 23rd! This explosive performer from Philadelphia, originally hailing from Tokyo, promises a wild ride of acoustic guitar-driven noise and powerful songwriting. #LiveMusic #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Kids & Families
A Start in Art! @TaubeMuseum
Tuesday, October 22nd — Wednesday, October 23rd
Join the Taube Museum of Art for “A Start in Art!” where kids can enjoy storytime, meet a mystery animal, and create fun art projects in downtown Minot on October 22nd or 23rd. Don’t miss this exciting program that runs twice a month through May 2025! #KidsArt #FamilyFun #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Hacienda Lunch Specials @Hacienda
Monday, October 21st — Friday, October 25th
Enjoy a delicious and affordable lunch at Hacienda Steakhouse in Burlington with daily specials from Grilled Ham & Cheese to Chicken Alfredo, available Monday through Friday. Don’t miss out on these savory deals! #LunchSpecials #HaciendaSteakhouse #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Souped Up Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, October 21st — Sunday, October 27th
Warm up this week with Schatz Crossroads’ “Souped Up Specials” in South Minot, featuring a different hearty soup every day from October 21st to 27th. Don’t miss out on this delicious lineup at the truck stop! #SoupSeason #ComfortFood #SavorMinot
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