December 2020
About The Cover: In support of local businesses, SLUG illustrator Sam Sherrill scales spirited characters to the sizes of their hearts as they shop small, uplifting independent shops this holiday season. Little details celebrate the fine commercial fabric of SLC. Find more of Sherrill’s work on Instagram @samsherrill.
Three Pines Coffee and District Coffee Co.: Preserving Community in...
Three Pines Coffee and District Coffee Co. are among the many local businesses that have found creative ways to weather the pandemic. … read more
Local Music Singles Roundup: December 2020
Here, find four reviews of new singles from local artists, a set of music that showcases the breadth of our state’s artistic offerings. … read more
Skate Photo Feature: Isaiah Sanchez
When the photos come out like this photo of Isaiah Sanchez, it has CJ Anderson getting excited to go out and shoot photos again! … read more
Mike Brown: Walmart, Y’all!
Since this is a local-business issue for SLUG, Mike Brown thought it would be best if he would write about why not to spend time at Walmart. … read more
Beer of the Month: Sierra Nevada Narwhal 2020
When it comes to “stout season,” Sierra Nevada’s annual release of their Narwhal imperial stout is something we like to pick up every year. … read more
Oasis Games: A Smorgasbord of Board Games
Oasis Games Owner and Director Alex Sittner talks what board games offer during the darker months and which games you can pick up at Oasis. … read more
For the Love of Print: Half Pint Studio
Owned and operated by Allison and Skye Bitzer, Half Pint Studio is the definition of a modern ma-and-pa local print shop. … read more
Tailored Design: Himalayan Arts
Nestled in historic Trolley Square, Himalayan Arts is a reflection of Yeshi Shekhang and both her Tibetan and Indian heritage. … read more
SLFS@Home: The Digital Arthouse Theater
SLFS@Home replicates the authentic arthouse experience, complete with concessions packages that can be picked up curbside from Broadway. … read more
A Little of a Lot at Central Book Exchange
Community-building and heart-to-heart interactions that take place within the store are the all-important essence of Central Book Exchange. … read more
The Stockist: Quality Over Quantity
It’s the what, the how and the where of what they sell that creates the value of The Stockist and shopping local as a whole. … read more
Eating Fast, Casually and Deliciously at Real Taqueria
Next time a Mexican-food craving hits, stop at Real Taqueria, perfect for a Saturday picnic that is both low-key and a pleasure to eat. … read more
