May 11th: Excellence in the Community Concert Series with Better Off With the Blues at 7pm. The concert series is free to the public. For all dates click here. May 11th: Yellowstone to Uintas Connection - Wildlife Migration Corridors. Presented by Wasatch Packtivists at the Salt Lake City Public Library, 210 E 400 S in Library Room B. This presentation is about the work to … [Read more...]
Archives for May 2017
How Single-Origin Coffee Roasters are Saving the World
Most of the world’s best coffee is grown near the equator in countries like Guatemala, Kenya, Ethiopia, Brazil. There are a total of 65 countries growing coffee to keep up with western demand. Most of these places are considered “third-world,” which basically means there are just two classes of people: very rich and very poor. The rich have control of labor, capital, and land … [Read more...]
Find Nostalgia and Style at Cosmic Wolf Vintage
Cosmic Wolf Vintage is a vintage shop founded by Kristin Thomas in 2011. It’s located on the second floor of Unhinged in Sugar House (2165 Highland Drive). Thomas’ interest in selling vintage clothing is heavily influenced by the music of the ‘60s and ‘70s. “The biggest thing for me is the music,” says Thomas. “I feel like the music inspired me with the clothing and the … [Read more...]
Ramen Comes to Broadway
In a culture known for coining new phrases, professional foodies, Caleb Cannon and Max Motter, have cooked up a new description for the dining atmosphere they’re creating: progressive casual. The owner-chef duo are as well-matched in their enthusiasm as they are in experience. Caleb, who is also the business catalyst for downtown Salt Lake City’s Tinwell bar, has been a … [Read more...]
Editorial – What will Happen to the Affordable Care Act?
A storm is coming to the United States if her people's health care is maligned by congressional Republicans and the Donald Trump presidential administration, private sector experts say. The effort to pass the American Health Care Act and gut the Affordable Care Act in the federal budget failed, there is still plenty of talk from lawmakers with regards to repealing or replacing … [Read more...]
Making a Fresh Start? Salt Lake City is the Place.
Salt Lake City has made Eyewitness Travel’s top 20 Best Cities For Making a Fresh Start. Coming in at #5, the list cites that Salt Lake City not only offers one of the highest employment rates in the nation, but is also a great place for the young and single, particularly with its close proximity to several world-class ski resorts. Read the story here. … [Read more...]
What is Mystery Escape Room? And Why it’s such a big hit with families?
To prevent disappointment, my expectations were low. I had planned on 60 minutes of suffering to escape from a room I was not familiar with. I was prepared to accept whatever fate awaited me in order to provide my nephews with a unique real-world (non-video game) experience—something truly lacking in the lives of kids these days. Upon entering Dr.Frankenstein's Chamber, it … [Read more...]
The Secret of Blue Iguana
The word “hidden” holds real significance here. Blue Iguana is tucked in between two buildings directly west of the Capitol Theatre. As you come through the alley and walk down the stairs, you are immediately transported into a festive atmosphere with an inviting aroma. Kris Cappaert has been the proprietor here since shortly after Blue Iguana’s inception 19 years ago. A … [Read more...]