August 2025
Craft Lake City DIY Festival
SLUG previews the local artisans, vintage vendors, craft foodies, STEM exhibitors and performers to look out for at the festival! On this month’s cover, mixed media artist and DIY Fest veteran Shelby Pence (@shelbyartifacts on Instagram) layered linoleum block prints onto a Gelli plate textured background and topped it off with a hand-drawn font.
There’s Something for Everyone at the Utah State Fair
The fair is actually older than the state of Utah itself. What started as an agricultural showcase has slowly and steadily morphed into a reflection of Utah’s evolving identity. … read more
Localized: Whisperhawk
On Wednesday, August 20, join SLUG for a pared-down, bluesy rock show that will touch your heart and set you free. … read more
Localized: Kirk Dath Band
On Wednesday, August 20, join SLUG for a pared-down, bluesy rock show that will touch your heart and set you free. … read more
The Salty Pineapple: Food Truck Roots, Big Island Bites
If you’re looking to mix it up Hawaiian style, The Salty Pineapple will “tropic” like it’s hot when you’re ready because, when it comes to this spot, ohana means FLAVOR. … read more
Local Music Singles Roundup: August 2025
Summer is winding down, but let me tell ya, that doesn’t mean our local musicians stop putting out unforgettable projects or creating excellent shows. … read more
Mike Brown: Artificial Intelligence!
Mike Brown would never use ChatGPT to write his articles… would he? Definitely not. But he does support the idea of using AI to create robot DoorDashers. … read more
Contributor Limelight: Alegra Zuchowicz
Alegra Zuchowicz uses her marketing expertise to forge partnerships with Utah businesses that align with SLUG’s mission. … read more
Contributor Limelight: Marzia Thomas
Marzia Thomas is a passionate and prolific music reviewer, covering pop, indie, rap and punk with a voice that balances pithy observations and poetic flourishes. … read more
