On This Day | Thursday, February 13th
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On this day in 1633, Galileo Galilei arrived in Rome to face trial before the Inquisition for advocating the heliocentric model of the solar system, which contradicted the teachings of the Catholic Church.
On this day in 1945, Allied forces began the bombing of Dresden, Germany, during World War II, resulting in widespread destruction and significant civilian casualties, and sparking controversy over the tactics used in the air raid.
On this day in 1991, the original “Silence of the Lambs” film, based on the novel by Thomas Harris and starring Jodie Foster and Anthony Hopkins, was released in the United States, becoming a critical and commercial success and winning multiple Academy Awards.
Born & Died: Chuck Yeager, (Born, 1923) American test pilot known for being the first to break the sound barrier, Richard Wagner, (Died, 1883) German composer known for his operas such as “The Ring Cycle,” Peter Tork, (Born, 1942) American musician and actor known as a member of The Monkees, Henry Rollins, (Born, 1961) American musician and actor known for his work with Black Flag, Stockard Channing, (Born, 1944) American actress known for her role in “Grease” and “The West Wing,” Waylon Jennings, (Died, 2002) American country music singer known for his role in the Outlaw Country movement, Peter Gabriel, (Born, 1950) English musician and singer-songwriter, Mena Suvari, (Born, 1979) American actress.
Today in Minot History
Today’s Happenings!
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Future Fun!
Live Music!
It Was Her Idea @BlueRider
Friday, March 21st
Join us at Blue Rider on March 21st for a night of live music with “It Was Her Idea,” celebrating 8 years of tunes and supporting Independence Inc. Enjoy stiff drinks, free popcorn, and help empower individuals with disabilities. #LiveMusicMinot #SupportLocal #SavorMinot
Special Events & Fundraisers
Chili Bowl 2025 @IndependenceInc
Thursday, March 6th
Warm up your taste buds at the 9th Annual Chili Bowl hosted by Independence Inc. on March 6th at the Grand Oasis Hotel in Minot. Enjoy a night of delicious chili tastings and support a great cause! #ChiliBowl2025 #SupportLocal #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Legion of Sound @BlueRider
Saturday, February 22nd
Rock out with Legion of Sound at Blue Rider on February 22nd for a night of live music and good vibes! Enjoy free entry, stiff drinks, and all your favorite rock covers in the heart of downtown Minot. #LiveMusicMinot #DiveBarVibes #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
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
Play & Participate
Leprechaun’s Gold Geocache @FortStevenson
Monday, March 17th
Embark on a thrilling adventure at Fort Stevenson State Park this March 17th as you hunt for the elusive Leprechaun’s Gold in a multi-cache geocaching event. Solve puzzles and outsmart the leprechaun to discover the hidden Pot of Gold! #GeocachingAdventure #LeprechaunsGold #SavorMinot
In Theaters
After Ever Happily @MSUPerformingArts
Friday, February 14th — Sunday, February 16th
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a romantic comedy at MSU Theatre’s “After Ever Happily,” running February 14-16 in the newly renovated Aleshire Theater. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy this delightful show and explore the theater’s impressive new features! #ValentinesDate #TheaterLovers #SavorMinot
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