On This Day | Business is Booming Just Before the Bust
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When the Northern Produce Co. began business in Minot in 1913, the total output of butter in the city was not more than 150,000 pounds a year. Today the industry has grown to such an extent that the estimated output is upwards of four million pounds a year. The Northern Produce Co. some years ago disposed of their plant in Minot to Armours.
— October 3, 1929 | The Ward County Independent
Why We Chose It
For those who need a reminder of the financial events of 1929, Black Thursday was three weeks away; Black Tuesday followed a few after that, and much of the next decade is characterized as the Great Depression. And right before it all started, it was the best it had ever been.

Today’s Happenings!
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Future Fun
Live Music!
Sober October Benefit Concert @CitzensAlley
Saturday, October 4th
Join us for the Sober October Benefit Concert at Citizens Alley in downtown Minot on Saturday, October 4th, featuring exciting performances by THE CHOKE CHERRIES, Dakotah Faye, and Vanity Plate. Support IMC garage band scholarships and honor Brock Zavalney with a suggested entry of $5-$10. #LiveMusicMinot #SupportLocalBands #SavorMinot
Play & Participate
Draft Joggers – Running Group @Atypical
Tuesday, October 28th
Join the Draft Joggers for a fun run through Downtown Minot on Tuesday, October 28th, starting and ending at Atypical Brewery. Enjoy a victory pint and connect with fellow runners after the run—everyone’s welcome! #RunAndRelax #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Faith Kelly & Caswyn Moon @BlueRider
Tuesday, October 21st
Catch the captivating duo, Faith Kelly & Caswyn Moon, as they bring their original tunes from the Catskills to Blue Rider in downtown Minot on Tuesday, October 21st. Enjoy a night of live music at your favorite dive bar with stiff drinks and free popcorn. #LiveMusic #BlueRider #SavorMinot
In Theaters
Hazel @OakParkTheater
Friday, October 3rd
Experience the gripping tale of survival in “Hazel,” premiering at Oak Park Theater in Minot on Friday, October 3rd. Don’t miss the chance to see this thrilling story unfold on the big screen with showings at 6:00 pm and 8:30 pm. #HazelMovie #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Social & Networking
Book Club @Atypical
Tuesday, October 7th
Join Atypical Brewery & Barrelworks for a delightful evening of book discussions and craft brews at their Book Club event on October 7th in downtown Minot. Don’t miss out on this perfect blend of literature and local flavor! #BookClubNight #CraftBeerLovers #SavorMinot
Learning & Listening
The Future of Public Lands @BadlandsConservation
Wednesday, October 15th
Explore the future of public lands with the Badlands Conservation Alliance at a special film screening and Q&A session featuring Walt Dabney on Wednesday, October 15th at the North Dakota Heritage Center. Don’t miss this free opportunity to engage with experts and fellow conservation enthusiasts in Bismarck. #Conservation #PublicLands #SavorMinot
Play & Participate
Pumpkin Walk @MinotParks
Friday, October 10th — Saturday, October 11th
Experience the magic of the Minot Parks Pumpkin Walk on October 10th and 11th from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Woodland Trail. Help us light up the night with 2,000 carved pumpkins and enjoy a free, family-friendly event sponsored by JLG Architects. #PumpkinWalk #UnplugAndPlay #SavorMinot
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