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Nuanua Collective Creates an Ocean of Opportunities for LGBTQ+ Pacific Islanders

Posted on May 31, 2023 (May 21, 2024) by Asha Pruitt
Members of the Nuanua Collective leadership team (L–R Ma’afu Suliafu, Anita Uhi, Jakey Sala Siolo, Angela Robinson and Isaiah Asiata) stand in front of Midvale artist Kalani Tonga’s mural.

The Nuanua collective is an organization dedicated to providing resources and safe spaces for queer and trans Pacific Islanders in Utah. … read more

Posted in: Activism, Outreach and Education, LGBTQ+Tagged: community, LGBTQ+, LGBTQ+ Pacific Islanders, Nuanua collective, pride 2023

Pride Outside of Pride

Posted on May 31, 2023 (May 21, 2024) by Asha Pruitt
Find here information on four incredible events taking place throughout the summer and beyond that celebrate the best and sometimes undersung elements of Utah’s LGBTQ+ community.

Want to know what other pride events are happening around the valley this June? Here are a handful of LGBTQ+ events to attend this summer! … read more

Posted in: LGBTQ+, Local EventsTagged: LGBTQ+, pride, pride 2023, pride events

Rock Camp SLC: A New Generation of Bowie and Boy George

Posted on May 31, 2023 (May 21, 2024) by Asha Pruitt
People play the guitar on stage at Rock Camp SLC.

Rock Camp SLC provides young, aspiring musicians the opportunity to work with established practitioners. … read more

Posted in: Community, LGBTQ+Tagged: Amy Stocks, Girls Rock Camp Alliance, Hillary McDaniel, LGBTQ+, Rock Camp SLC, Shell Danis, Talia Keys, Utah LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce

SLUG Mag’s Pride Guide to Drag Shows Outside of SLC

Posted on May 31, 2023 (May 21, 2024) by Alton Barnhart
SLUG has put together a list of a few drag shows happening this summer outside of Salt Lake County to highlight how the art form is flourishing in other parts of the state!

SLUG has put together a list of a few drag shows happening this summer outside of Salt Lake County to highlight how the art form is flourishing in other parts of the state. … read more

Posted in: Activism, Outreach and Education, LGBTQ+Tagged: Drag Show, LGBTQ+, pride 2023, SLC Pride

Encircle Gallery: Art For The Community, By The Community

Posted on May 31, 2023 (May 21, 2024) by Asha Pruitt
Red house followed by Pride flag entryway.

Encircle currently has three “homes” that also serve as gallery spaces, with one each in Salt Lake City, Provo and St. George. … read more

Posted in: Art, LGBTQ+Tagged: Encircle Gallery, Fane Harris, John Williams, Jordan Sgro, LGBTQ+, LGBTQ+ art

Localized: SLUG’s All-Ages LGBTQ+ Variety Show

Posted on May 31, 2023 (May 21, 2024) by Asha Pruitt
This month's Localized will feature a variety of performers, from drag queens to queer musicians. Here is a quick profile on each of the acts you can catch this June.

This month’s Localized will feature a variety of performers, from drag queens to queer musicians. Here is a quick profile on each of the acts you can catch this June. … read more

Posted in: LGBTQ+, LocalizedTagged: June Localized, LGBTQ+, Localized, Performance Art

Noemi’s Cafe and Catering Brings Classic Chilean Cuisine to SLC

Posted on May 31, 2023 (February 14, 2024) by Alton Barnhart
Noemi’s staff (L–R Anthony Vega and Noemi Bustamante) have a kind, gentle energy. Everyone seems to help in all facets of the restaurant, from cooking and food running to working the register.

Noemi’s Cafe has a clean and casual energy with decor that pays homage to the food’s country of origin. … read more

Posted in: FoodTagged: Chilean Food, Food, Noemi's Cafe and Catering

Skinny Puppy @ The Complex 05.04

Posted on May 26, 2023 (May 25, 2023) by Asha Pruitt

Thanks to Skinny Puppy—Ogre and cEvin especially—for giving such amazing music that still sounds as new and cutting edge as it did in the ’80s. … read more

Posted in: ConcertTagged: Skinny Puppy

Glitter and Hops: A Guide to Utah’s Pride-Themed Brews

Posted on May 31, 2023 (May 21, 2024) by Asha Pruitt
An illustration of several colored beers that by Wes Wood.

SLUG is giving you all the hoppy details on a few of the hottest beers and ciders around SLC that are showing support for the LGBTQ+ community. … read more

Posted in: Beer & Spirits, LGBTQ+Tagged: Beer & Spirits, LGBTQ+, pride 2023, Pride Month

Film Review: The Little Mermaid

Posted on May 25, 2023 (May 25, 2023) by Asha Pruitt
Ariel sits on a rock and sings.

While it does manage to be an enjoyable and visually sumptuous summer blockbuster, The Little Mermaid isn’t new or great enough to be a new Disney classic. … read more

Posted in: Film ReviewsTagged: deluca marshall, Disney, halle bailey, javier bardem, Marc Platt Productions, Melissa McCarthy, the little mermaid, Walt Disney Pictures

Local Music Singles Roundup: June 2023

Posted on May 31, 2023 (May 31, 2023) by Asha Pruitt

Kick back and relax poolside with this month’s singles from incredibly talented local artists—you’ve earned it. … read more

Posted in: Local Music ReviewsTagged: June 2023, local music review, Local Music Singles Roundup

Skate Photo Feature: Cal Ross

Posted on May 31, 2023 (May 31, 2023) by Asha Pruitt

Cal Ross lands a trick perfectly on the second attempt. … read more

Posted in: SkateTagged: June Skate Feature, Skate Feature
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