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Local Gift Ideas for the Caffeinated Creative with Clay-Caked Nails

Posted on November 29, 2023 (November 30, 2023) by Asha Pruitt
A composite image with a wrapping paper background that says "Local Gift Ideas" and features three photos of Kings Peak Coffee, Atelier and Workshop SLC.

What could you possibly gift the person who hand-makes everything they need? Luckily, SLUG has rounded up a number of local spots that are sure to impress your local creative. … read more

Posted in: CommunityTagged: Atelier, gift guide, kings peak coffee roasters, workshop slc

Local Gift Ideas for the Main Character who Always Crits on their Wisdom Saving Throw

Posted on November 29, 2023 (November 29, 2023) by Alton Barnhart
A composite image with a wrapping paper background that says "Local Gift Ideas" and features three photos of The Legendarium, Dragon's Keep and Dr. Volt's.

A hero must rise to purchase the greatest nerd paraphernalia for the geekiest of their friends and family! Shop locally this season at some of SLC’s best gamer hotspots. … read more

Posted in: Shop LocalTagged: Dr. Voltz Comic Connection, Dragon's Keep, gift guide, The Legendarium

Local Gift Ideas for the Mystical Healer who Reads Tarot and Talks to Plants

Posted on November 29, 2023 (November 29, 2023) by Asha Pruitt
A composite image with a wrapping paper background that says "Local Gift Ideas" and features three photos of Crone's Hollow, Orchid Dynasty and Renourish Kombucha Tap Room.

You certainly wouldn’t know it at first glance, but Salt Lake City holds a litany of gifts for your local witch and healer. Find three local harbors outfitted with any gifts you may need. … read more

Posted in: CommunityTagged: Crones Hollow, gift guide, Orchid Dynasty, Renourish Kombucha

Local Music Singles Roundup: December 2023

Posted on November 29, 2023 (November 29, 2023) by Asha Pruitt
A composite image of the single art for SLUG's December 2023 Local Music Singles Roundup

This month’s hand-picked blend of dream pop, shoegaze and psychedelic rock from local artists pairs perfectly with the changing seasons. … read more

Posted in: Local Music ReviewsTagged: A Deeper Heaven, Bad Luck Brigade, Crewless, Damn Dirty Vultures, December 2023, KJ!, Local Music Singles Roundup, The Gontiks

SLUG Localized: Stand-Up Comedy Showcase 2023

Posted on November 29, 2023 (November 17, 2025) by Asha Pruitt
(L–R): Tanner Nicholson, Tré Lamb, Hollie Jay and Michael Davis

Tré Lamb, Tanner Nicholson, Hollie Jay and Michael Davis will perform at Urban Lounge on Thursday, December 21 for a hilarious edition of SLUG Localized. … read more

Posted in: LocalizedTagged: Hollie Jay, Michael Davis, SLUG Localized, Tanner Nicholson, Tré Lamb, Wiseguys Comedy Club

Lost Acorn Gallery: For Anyone With Something to Share

Posted on November 29, 2023 (November 29, 2023) by Alton Barnhart
Parker Thompson and Mitchell Harned stand side by side in Lost Acorn Gallery.

Since 2021, Lost Acorn Gallery has been a place for digital art, graffiti, painting, dancing and anything else the community can dream of. … read more

Posted in: ArtsTagged: Lost Acorn Gallery, Mitchell Harned, Parker Thompson

Film Review: Run Nixon

Posted on November 29, 2023 (November 28, 2023) by Asha Pruitt
Three men stand together in warm, bundled clothing. One of them points a gun at another. Still from Run Nixon.

Run Nixon’s quieter moments show its true subtext and give personality to an otherwise dull experience. … read more

Posted in: Film ReviewsTagged: dreux pierre frederic, jordan lee brown, run nixon, sicily cameron, skydirects, skyflix

The Ultimate Foodie Gift Guide from The Neighborhood Hive

Posted on November 29, 2023 (November 29, 2023) by Asha Pruitt
(L–R): Jennifer Williamson and Tiffany Rainwater stand in The Neighborhood Hive marketplace.

SLUG has compiled a list of some of the greatest edible products you can pick up from The Neighborhood Hive this holiday season. … read more

Posted in: Food: Interviews & FeaturesTagged: cache toffee, crown fine foods, dough lady take, dromme calm, heaven's best, jennifer williamson, mim's bakery, neighborhood hive, tiffany rainwater, your favorite bartender

Action Speaks Louder Than Words for John Woo

Posted on November 28, 2023 (November 27, 2023) by Asha Pruitt
John Woo on the set of his film Silent Night

20 years after his film Paycheck, John Woo is back in America for the holiday-revenge thriller Silent Night, which notably includes no spoken dialogue. … read more

Posted in: Film InterviewsTagged: gun fu, hard boiled, joel kinnaman, john woo, marco beltrami, Patrick Gibbs, red cliff, silent night, the killer

My Week with Epic Brewing Co.’s Big Bad Baptists

Posted on November 29, 2023 (November 29, 2023) by Alton Barnhart
Cans of Epic Brewing's Big Bad Baptist sit in a line together.

The holidays are here and Epic Brewing Company has left a present under our tree. Six new varieties of the Big Bad Baptist are now available in 16 oz. cans. … read more

Posted in: Beer & SpiritsTagged: Beer feature, Big Bad Baptist, Epic Brewing Co.

Contributor Limelight: Elle Cowley

Posted on November 29, 2023 (August 30, 2024) by interncalendar
Black and white headshot of Elle Cowley

As an Editorial Intern, Copy Editor and Contributing Writer, Elle Cowley is an incredible asset to the SLUG team in more ways than one. … read more

Posted in: SLUG Contributor LimelightTagged: elle cowley

Contributor Limelight: Eli Bye

Posted on November 29, 2023 (November 29, 2023) by Asha Pruitt
Black and white headshot of Eli Bye

An expert driver who knows his way around downtown SLC, Eli Bye has been slinging magazines to cool spots around the city for over a year. … read more

Posted in: SLUG Contributor LimelightTagged: Eli Bye
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