Today is Thursday, April 11th. The sun will rise on the 23rd day of spring, and the 102nd day of the year at 7:01 AM. We will see 13 hours 30 minutes of daylight before it sets at 8:31 PM.
Currently we have clear, chilly weather. The temperature is 34 degrees. The wind is 17 mph out of the West. With wind and humidity factored, it feels like 24 degrees. Today, we are expecting cloudy and mild weather. The temperature will reach a high of 63°F with winds 10-15 mph out of the Southeast.
On This Day
On this day in 1968, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act of 1968, also known as the Fair Housing Act, into law. This landmark legislation prohibited discrimination in the sale, rental, and financing of housing based on race, religion, national origin, and other factors.
Born & Died: Antonio Meucci, (Born, 1808) Italian inventor known for developing a voice communication device similar to the telephone, Mark Teixeira, (Born, 1980) American former professional baseball player, Ethel Kennedy, (Born, 1928) American human rights advocate and widow of Robert F. Kennedy, Joss Stone, (Born, 1987) English singer-songwriter, Joel Grey, (Born, 1932) American actor and singer
Today is: National Submarine Day,National Living Donor Day,National Barbershop Quartet Day,National Eight Track Tape Day,National Pet Day,National Cheese Fondue Day,National Alcohol Screening Day
Upcoming Fun!
Check out these happenings on the horizon:
- The Hunchback of Notre Dame @WesternPlainsOpera | Friday, April 12th
- Night at the Museum @TaubeMuseum | Thursday, April 18th
- Trivia Night at Atypical Brewery! @Atypical | Thursday, April 18th
SavorMinot’s guest writer for today is Coach Ernie Pantusso from Cheers. Read and grade the results here.
Today’s Happenings!
Happy Hour
Happy Hour with a View! @1685
Wednesday, April 10th — Saturday, April 13th
Experience a unique Happy Hour with a breathtaking view at 1685 in South Minot, from April 10th to 13th. Warm up with our special Pho Fries and Buffalo Pimento Dip, alongside a menu bursting with flavors to beat the winter chill. #HappyHourHeaven #WinterWarmers #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Truckstop Lunch Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, April 8th — Saturday, April 13th
Dive into deliciousness with Schatz Crossroads’ Truckstop Lunch Specials happening April 8th to 13th in Minot! Don’t miss out—specials start at 11:00 am daily until they’re gone. #SchatzComfortFood #MinotEats #SavorMinot
Make & Create
Pop Your Pet @TaubeMuseum
Thursday, April 11th
Unleash your creativity and honor your furry friends at the “Pop Your Pet” event at the Taube Museum of Art this Thursday, April 11th! Join us for an unforgettable evening of art, fun, and celebration of our beloved pets. #SavorMinot #PopYourPet #ArtLoversUnite
Today’s Features
Nacho Average Thursday @BlueRider
Thursday, April 11th
Dive into a new Thursday tradition at Blue Rider in Downtown Minot – it’s Nacho Average Thursday! Come for the nachos, stay for the stiff drinks and vibrant conversations starting at 4 PM. #NachoThursday #DiveBarDelights #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Weekly Features! @PrairieSkyBreads
Wednesday, April 10th — Sunday, April 14th
Dive into the flavors of downtown Minot this week at Prairie Sky Breads! From the spicy kick of our Jalapeno Popper sandwich to the fresh zest of our Hummus & Cucumber toast, there’s a special taste waiting for everyone. #LocalEats #WeeklySpecials #SavorMinot
Specials & Sales
Vinyl Thursdays! @BudgetMusic
Thursday, April 11th
Dust off your record player because Vinyl Thursdays at Budget Music & Video are here to spin your world around! Swing by Downtown Minot this Thursday, April 11th, for an exclusive 20% off new & used vinyl. 🎶 #VinylLovers #RecordStoreFinds #SavorMinot
Happy Hour
Buy One Get One! (Well Drinks & Domestic Pours) @Arny’s
Monday, April 8th — Thursday, April 11th
Double the fun at Arny’s 2.0 with a Buy One Get One offer on well drinks and domestic pours during Happy Hour! Swing by Downtown Minot from April 8th to 11th before 6 PM to enjoy your favorites or explore new tastes with savings on other drinks too. #HappyHourHeaven #DowntownMinot #SavorMinot
Weekly Features
Souped Up Specials! @SchatzCrossroads
Monday, April 8th — Sunday, April 14th
Dive into a bowl of warmth at Schatz Crossroads with Souped Up Specials! From April 8th to 14th, savor a unique, hearty soup each day in South Minot. 🍲 #HeartySoups #WarmUpWithUs #SavorMinot
Monthly Features
Smokey Mountain Bacon Dip & The Hawaiian @OTV
Monday, April 1st — Tuesday, April 30th
Dive into April’s mouthwatering specials at Off The Vine in Downtown Minot – the Smokey Mountain Bacon Dip and The Hawaiian are flavors you’ll want to experience more than once! 🍍🥓 #WineAndDine #TapasTreats #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
North Dakota Student Art Show @TaubeMuseum
Tuesday, April 9th — Friday, April 26th
Discover the future of art in North Dakota at the Student Art Show, hosted by the Taube Museum of Art in downtown Minot from April 9th to April 26th. Don’t miss your chance to witness the creativity of tomorrow’s artists, open Tuesday through Saturday! #NorthDakotaArt #StudentArtists #SavorMinot
Monthly Features
Bacon Ranch Chipotle Chicken Melt @MagicCityHoagies
Monday, April 1st — Tuesday, April 30th
Dive into the flavors of downtown Minot this April with Magic City Hoagies’ mouth-watering Bacon Ranch Chipotle Chicken Melt, our Hoagie of the Month! Experience the perfect blend of chipotle seasoned chicken, pepper jack cheese, crispy bacon, and ranch, all pressed with a Parm crust. #HoagieHeaven #FlavorExplosion #SavorMinot
