A person can marvel at the wonders of the world when they’re watching a sunset, but what does it take to find the same awe in a piece of Deseret Industries tchotchke like a ceramic clown or that big screen TV that hasn’t worked since the Clinton administration? That’s easy. The awe comes from smashing the hell out of these things. Of returning creation back into nothingness, or … [Read more...]
Punch Bowl Social: SLC’s newest IRL social network opening at The Gateway
The Punch Bowl Social grand opening: Raise your hand if you crave bona fide cordial interaction. Now, imagine a lively, welcoming and innovative location in which you can enjoy such interaction, and eat noteworthy food, and drink ingeniously mixed beverages, and play a wide range of good-clean-fun games. This is what Punch Bowl Social delivers, and they are celebrating their … [Read more...]
Sassy Sunday, Viva La DIVA Brunch @The Marriott
The Original SLC Divas This past Sunday I attended the most enjoyable brunch ever, and I’ve been to plenty of them. No, it wasn’t as opulent a brunch spread as you’d find at The Grand America, Stein Eriksen Lodge, or Tuscany. But this one had something no other does: The Viva La DIVA Show! Viva La DIVA is said to be Salt Lake City’s “first and only professional celebrity … [Read more...]
Twilite Lounge Nights: Music that Fits the Mood
Every Wednesday and Sunday night starting at 9pm, Twilite Lounge is home to live music hosted by David Payne of The Red Bennies. Wednesday typically features musicians playing traditional instruments such as guitar, keys and bass. Sundays is geared toward creative electronica and DJs Lord British, Falchion B and Twin Bee. During these respective nights, Payne hosts through his … [Read more...]
May Activities and Theater
May Activities May 10—Train Day: Celebrate the anniversary of the driving of the golden spike. 10am to 8pm at This is the Place Heritage Park. Admission is $5 per person/children 2 and under are free. See their webiste for more information. May 12—Draper City Arts and Crafts Festival: Draper’s sixth annual festival will be open from 10am to 4pm at Draper Park, 12500 S 1300 … [Read more...]
Five Utah Hot Springs Reviewed
Where to go and what to avoid in finding the best geothermal natural spa treatments by Paige Wiren If you’re looking for a departure from your customary pastimes, consider taking in some of Utah’s geothermal mineral waters. Offered here is a taste of the flavor of accessible non-commercial and commercial soaking experiences along the greater Wasatch Front. Ogden River … [Read more...]