The main local headline for 2019 is that Utah is officially a boom state, with no end in sight. According to U.S. News and World Report, Utah is the third fastest-growing state, just behind Idaho and Nevada. Salt Lake City was number 24 on Forbes list of fastest growing cities. Saint George appeared in the top ten fastest growing cities on two lists. Provo and … [Read more...]
Bands are Buzzing at The Beehive Social Club
For almost 10 years, Konrad Keele has operated an all-ages venue for Utah’s punk, hardcore and Ska communities. Standing at about 6’ 2”, Keele dresses casually-not with studs and bristles- and speaks with a reserved, but confident tone. Since 2016, he has owned and operated The Beehive Social Club, located on 666 South and State Street. He seeks to empower his comm … [Read more...]
Local Community of “Unloved Arts” to Present Neo-Vaudeville “All Weirdo” Revue Called “Gonzo Rising”
Vaudeville tradition of the weirdo act is making a comeback at Gonzo Rising Salt Lake City - Local performing artists and self-proclaimed “weirdos” are gathering at the historic Beehive Social Club at 666 State Street on Wednesday, January 30th to celebrate the old vaudeville tradition of the Weirdo Act. Produced by Utah’s own Clusterphoque [to rhyme with “bloc … [Read more...]
Elevate Your Wardrobe at Flight in Trolley Square
You don’t have to hop a jet to find jet-setter style. Utah’s Flight boutique is all you need to upgrade your everyday wardrobe or find a one-of-a-kind look for that special occasion. This niche boutique makes you feel right at home and swanky all at once—which is no easy task. It’s refreshing to find a shop that gives off an exclusive vibe without alienating “regular” folks. … [Read more...]
Dropping In At Quarters Arcade Bar
Ding … Ding … Ding … A pinball machine lets you know you’re a winner, and Quarters Arcade Bar lets you celebrate at the same time. Founded by Michael Eccleston and Katie Willis, the bar brings the vibrant combination of craft cocktails and beer with classic arcade games to Salt Lake City. Quarters is located in what used to be the Club Manhattan on 5 East and 400 South. The c … [Read more...]
Utah Transplants: Where Do they Come From and Why?
Jon Warner and Amanda Szabo. Photos by Braden Latimer.Utah’s population is booming—growing by 2% between 2015 and 2016, compared to nationwide population growth of just 0.7%. In 2017, an estimated 27,000 people moved to the Beehive State, which is an extra 2,250 new residents every month. At Utah Stories we know why we love calling Utah home, but we wanted to find out what’s … [Read more...]
The Streetcar of Trolley Square, It’s Back!
Over the years, when the streetcar sat quaintly beneath the Trolley Square water tower, it has been home to a number of businesses, including, Trolley Wing Company The historic streetcar’s return is just one component of a three-pronged repositioning of the area, which includes the development of a multifamily complex, renovations to the main property; and an attentive a … [Read more...]
Molise 2.0: New Digs for Venerable Caffe Molise
In the Beginning … I first reviewed downtown SLC’s Caffe Molise - named for the Molise region of Italy - back in 1994. Shelley DeProto opened the restaurant that year and it was a modest affair. The dining room was festooned with white plastic patio furniture and the menu was limited. The food, however, was excellent and I still remember how much I enjoyed Shelley’s aio e oio a … [Read more...]
Salt Lake City’s First Busker Festival
The Salt Lake City Arts Council is proud to present SLC Busker Fest - a festival to celebrate the living tradition of busking and to bring street theater to Downtown. On August 24th from 3 - 10 pm, Regent Street and Block 70 in Downtown will be transformed into SLC's first Busker Festival. Appropriate for all ages, Busker Fest will thrill audiences with musicians, dancers, … [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 and … [Read more...]