On This Day | Cold Water Shock Claims a Life
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Thorwald Christianson, aged about 50, a tailor in the shop of Novak and Texel, was drowned Sunday afternoon about two o’clock in what is known as the “Soo Swimming Hole” west of the city. This was the first accident of its kind here this year.
— May 16, 1929 | The Ward County Independent
Why We Chose It
It was believed the cold water caused a heart attack. It’s a reminder that spring and summer swimming in North Dakota often carries a risk beyond drowning. Better to get a feel for the water first before leaping directly. Also, imagine how common were drowning stories that they earn a rather ho hum title like this one…
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Future Fun
In Theaters
The Play That Goes Wrong @MouseRiverPlayers
Friday, May 16th — Sunday, May 18th
Get ready for a night of laughter and chaos with Mouse River Players’ final production of the season, “The Play That Goes Wrong,” running from May 16th to 18th in downtown Minot. Don’t miss this hilarious farce where everything that can go wrong, does! #TheaterComedy #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Special Events & Fundraisers
2nd Annual Syttende Mai Klub-Off! @BlueRider
Saturday, May 17th
Get ready for the 2nd Annual Syttende Mai Klub-Off at Blue Rider, where you can enjoy stiff drinks, free popcorn, and the best Klub in town on May 17th! Join the fun in downtown Minot with celebrity judges and vote for your favorite Klub. #DiveBarFun #CelebrateSyttendeMai #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Mythtickle @BlueRider
Saturday, May 17th
Get ready for a night of eclectic tunes and good vibes at Blue Rider with Myth Tickle on Saturday, May 17th. Enjoy live music featuring accordion, nylon guitar, and possibly drums, along with stiff drinks and free popcorn! #LiveMusic #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Kenmujo @BlueRider
Tuesday, May 20th
Experience the explosive energy of Kenmujo at Blue Rider on Tuesday, May 20th, as this Philadelphia-based performer brings his unique fusion of acoustic guitar and noise performance to Downtown Minot. Don’t miss this chance to feel the universal power of music that transcends boundaries. #LiveMusic #Kenmujo #SavorMinot
Happy Hour
City Council Meeting BING(O) @BlueRider
Monday, May 19th
Join Blue Rider for a unique happy hour on May 19th with City Council Meeting BING(O)! Enjoy free popcorn, stiff drinks, and a chance to win a free drink while playing bingo during the meeting. #MinotEvents #HappyHourFun #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Peyton Lily @BlueRider
Saturday, May 24th
Get ready for a night of live music as Peyton Lily returns to the Blue Rider in downtown Minot on Saturday, May 24th! Enjoy her award-winning country tunes with cold beer, free popcorn, and no cover charge. #LiveMusic #CountryVibes #SavorMinot
Special Events & Fundraisers
Double D-Haw 2025 @DoubleDHaw
Saturday, September 6th
Join us for Double D-Haw 2025, Minot’s biggest breast cancer fundraiser, featuring a seafood boil, art auction, pink beer, and more at The Blue Rider on September 6th. All proceeds support breast cancer detection and treatment at Trinity Health. #BreastCancerAwareness #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
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