On This Day | Monday, January 13th
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On this day in 1842, Dr. William Brydon, an assistant surgeon in the British East India Company Army, became famous as the sole survivor of the 16,000-strong British retreat from Kabul during the First Anglo-Afghan War.
On this day in 1910, the first public radio broadcast took place, with a live performance of the opera “Cavalleria Rusticana” transmitted from the Metropolitan Opera House in New York City, marking a significant milestone in the history of mass communication.
On this day in 1942, during World War II, President Franklin D. Roosevelt established the National War Labor Board to mediate labor disputes and ensure the continued production of war materials, playing a crucial role in maintaining industrial peace.
Born & Died: Orlando Bloom, (Born, 1977) British actor known for his roles in “The Lord of the Rings” and “Pirates of the Caribbean,” James Joyce, (Died, 1941) Irish novelist known for “Ulysses” and “A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man,” Julia Louis-Dreyfus, (Born, 1961) American actress known for her roles in “Seinfeld” and “Veep,” Wyatt Earp, (Died, 1929) American lawman and gambler known for his role in the Gunfight at the O.K. Corral, Patrick Dempsey, (Born, 1966) American actor known for his role on “Grey’s Anatomy,” Hubert Humphrey, (Died, 1978) American politician and 38th Vice President of the United States, Trace Adkins, (Born, 1962) American country music singer and actor, Liam Hemsworth, (Born, 1990) Australian actor known for his role in “The Hunger Games” series, Alfred Fuller, (Died, 1973) Canadian-born American businessman known for founding the Fuller Brush Company.
Today in Minot History
Today’s Happenings!
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Future Fun!
Live Music!
Ready for an OK time? @BlueRider
Thursday, January 16th
Join Blue Rider for a perfectly average but fun Thursday night with free nachos and live accordion tunes before the MOONCATS hit the stage on January 16th. Dive into downtown Minot for good times and free music! #LiveMusic #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Play & Participate
Full Flower Moon Fairy Hike @FortStevenson
Friday, May 9th — Saturday, May 10th
Join Fort Stevenson State Park for the Full Flower Moon Fairy Hike on May 9th-10th and experience a magical evening adventure under the stars. Perfect for nature lovers of all ages, this hike is part of the park’s exciting Evening Hike Series. #NatureAdventure #EveningHike #SavorMinot
Special Events & Fundraisers
Soup it Up 2025! @TaubeMuseum
Saturday, February 22nd
Mark your calendars for Soup it Up 2025 at the Taube Museum of Art on February 22nd, where you can savor a variety of soups and participate in a silent auction. Join fellow food lovers in downtown Minot for this tasty fundraiser and vote for your favorite soup! #SoupItUp2025 #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Live Music!
MOONCATS @BlueRider
Thursday, January 16th
Get ready for an unforgettable night at Blue Rider with MOONCATS taking the stage on January 16th! Enjoy cold beer, free popcorn, and stiff drinks while soaking in live music in downtown Minot’s favorite dive bar. #LiveMusic #Mooncats #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Severio Mancieri @BlueRider
Saturday, January 18th
Catch Severio Mancieri live at Blue Rider in downtown Minot on Saturday, January 18th! Enjoy a night of stiff drinks and free popcorn while experiencing the guitar magic of this regional troubadour. #LiveMusic #BlueRider #SavorMinot
Specials & Sales
10 Cent Beer Night @BlueRider
Wednesday, June 4th
Get ready for a night of nostalgia and unbeatable deals at Blue Rider’s 5th Annual Tribute to 10 Cent Beer Night this Wednesday, June 4th, in downtown Minot! Doors open at 4:00 PM, so bring your dimes and enjoy the fun at North Dakota’s favorite dive bar. #CheapDrinks #BlueRider #SavorMinot
In Theaters
Murder on the Orient Express @MouseRiverPlayers
Friday, January 17th — Sunday, January 19th
Experience the thrilling mystery of “Murder on the Orient Express” with Mouse River Players in Downtown Minot from January 17th to 19th. Join detective Hercule Poirot as he unravels the secrets aboard the snowbound train. #TheaterThrills #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
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