On This Day | The New Swimming Pool!
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Attendence records at the Roosevelt Park swimming pool were threatened this week as 90 degree temperatures encouraged thousands of Minot youngsters to grave their swimming suits and head for the city pool.
— July 21, 1955 | The Ward County Independent
Why We Chose It
What a difference a day makes! 😉 Yesterday in this column (and 5 years earlier in the real timeline), the Mayor of that moment was lamenting Minot’s lack of suitable swimming areas. Apparently he was person who knew how to get things done!

Today’s Happenings!
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Future Fun
Let’s Celebrate!
Hot Tots After Party! @BlueRider
Saturday, July 26th
Celebrate the end of every Hot Tots home game at the legendary Blue Rider dive bar in downtown Minot. Enjoy Hot Tot Shots, ice-cold beer, and occasional live music in true Minot style at the official Hot Tots After Party on Saturday, July 26th. #HotTotsAfterParty #BlueRiderVibes #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
Downtown Throwdown IV @BlueRider
Saturday, August 2nd
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of high-octane wrestling action at Downtown Throwdown IV, happening at Blue Rider on August 2nd at 7:00 PM! Experience the thrill as Minot’s downtown transforms into a wrestling arena, promising a night of excitement for fans of all ages. #DowntownThrowdown #WrestlingAction #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
Play & Participate
Draft Joggers – Running Group @Atypical
Sunday, July 27th
Join the Draft Joggers for a refreshing group run on Sunday, July 27th, starting and ending at Atypical Brewery in downtown Minot. Celebrate your run with a victory pint and connect with fellow runners—everyone’s welcome! #RunAndSip #AtypicalBrewery #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Doc Elliot @BlueRider
Saturday, July 26th
Join us at Blue Rider in Downtown Minot on July 26th at 9:00 pm for an unforgettable night of country music with Doc Elliot, who brings his Texas charm and captivating tunes to the stage. Enjoy stiff drinks, free popcorn, and a lively atmosphere that will have you dancing all night long! #DiveBarVibes #LiveCountryMusic #SavorMinot
Live Music!
REVERSE COVER NIGHT w/ J. Charmichael @BlueRider
Tuesday, July 29th
Get ready for a unique twist at Blue Rider’s Reverse Cover Night on July 29th, where J. Charmichael will serenade you with soulful ballads and the bar will pay you $5 to enjoy the show! Enjoy stiff drinks, free popcorn, and a night of unforgettable live music in downtown Minot. #LiveMusic #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Let’s Celebrate!
Hot Tots After Party! @BlueRider
Monday, July 21st
Join the ultimate celebration at Blue Rider for the Hot Tots After Party on July 21st, where fans enjoy fiery Hot Tot Shots, ice-cold beer, and live music in Minot’s legendary dive bar atmosphere. Don’t miss out on the fun and free popcorn as you party the night away downtown! #HotTotsAfterParty #BlueRider #SavorMinot
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