On This Day | Before We Made License Plates
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With 174 coffins on hand at the North Dakota state penitentiary, Warden Dell Patterson has shut the coffin plant down for the present . . . The casket factory was installed to give the prisoners useful work to do and to ‘cut down the cost of dying.
— August 8, 1935 | The Ward County Independent
Why We Chose It
This adds a whole new level to the Great Depression, and you know times are tough when it’s too expensive to die. :0 | 🙂
Today’s Happenings!
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Future Fun
Food Truck Spots
Poppa’s Place Food Truck @Atypical
Saturday, August 16th
Join the excitement at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks on August 16 for the Poppa’s Place Food Truck and the annual Beer Olympics in Downtown Minot. Enjoy delicious food, refreshing brews, and lively challenges—don’t miss out! #FoodieFun #CraftBeerLovers #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Project Constellation @BlueRider
Friday, August 15th
Experience stellar vibes at Project Constellation on August 15 at The Blue Rider, Downtown Minot’s go-to dive bar for live music and free popcorn. Join the fun with stiff drinks and great tunes starting at 9:00 pm! #MinotNights #MusicLovers #SavorMinot
Let’s Celebrate!
30th Anniversary Party @BlueRider
Friday, August 8th
Celebrate 30 years of the Blue Rider with live music, food, and drinks at their anniversary party in Downtown Minot on August 8th! Join us for a classic Blue F’n Night featuring performances by Joey Chrisman, Lost Horses, and Tailspin. #BlueRiderAnniversary #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Let’s Celebrate!
55th Birthday Block Party! @TaubeMuseum
Saturday, August 9th
Join the Taube Museum of Art in Downtown Minot on Saturday, August 9th, for a vibrant 55th Birthday Block Party filled with food, fun, and activities for all ages. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this exciting celebration as a sponsor, vendor, or artist! #Taube55 #BlockParty #SavorMinot
Food Truck Spots
Misfit Minis Food Truck @Atypical
Saturday, August 16th
Join the excitement at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks on August 16 for the annual Beer Olympics featuring Poppa’s Place Food Truck! Enjoy delicious food, refreshing brews, and fun challenges in Downtown Minot. #FoodTruckFun #MinotEats #SavorMinot
Food Truck Spots
Poppa’s Place Food Truck @Atypical
Friday, August 15th
Experience a perfect Friday night at Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks with Poppa’s Place Food Truck, featuring mouthwatering food, award-winning beers, and live tunes by The Cropdusters. Join us downtown on August 15th for an unforgettable evening! #FoodTruckFun #LiveMusic #SavorMinot
Play & Participate
Draft Joggers – Running Group @Atypical
Tuesday, August 19th
Join the Draft Joggers for a refreshing group run on Tuesday, August 19th, starting and ending at Atypical Brewery in downtown Minot. Afterward, enjoy a victory pint and connect with fellow runners—everyone’s welcome! #RunAndRelax #AtypicalBrewery #SavorMinot
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