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What’s In My Closet? With Stevie Shock
An entire house tour was warranted with a six-page spread about Stevie Shock’s artistic background, but I came here to ask one question: “What’s in your closet?” … read more
A Happily Gay Romp to Downtown SLC’s Gay Bars
I ventured back out into SLC nightlife to seek out a spot where you come as you are, where self-acceptance and community are a fruity-kissed cocktail away. … read more
Clocking It with The Facial Femmes
The Facial Femmes hope to showcase their journey of transitioning together and become a welcoming space for all to enter and experience sisterhood. … read more
Dragon Dads: Fierce Love, Loud Support and a Community That...
The Dragon Dads, a community of fathers and caregivers who have transformed their own journeys of learning and unlearning into a powerful force for LGBTQ+ youth. … read more
Finding Community on the Trail: A Look at SLC Sapphic...
Hiking is part of the rhythm of life in Utah. But for the SLC Sapphic Hikers, it represents something larger: a pathway to community, connection and belonging. … read more
Funky, Fun & Girly: Spritz! Brings the Sparkle to Salt...
Rather than trying to replicate a high-energy nightlife environment, Jacobs envisioned something more relaxed and social for Spritz. … read more
Not So Brokeback Mountain: Jaripeo Sheds Light on Queer Rancheros
Jaripeo has stunning visuals showcasing Mexico’s culture in a way that’s different and new but gives you so little of people whose stories have so much to give. … read more
Arts | Film | Film Reviews | Sundance
Beyond Sexuality: How House of Temptaxxions Educates and Entertains
House of Temptaxxions pushes strict boundaries to get people to listen, change and hopefully, have some fun. … read more
‘Leaving the Church’: Jonathan Lovett Captures Stories from Utah’s Youth
Jonathan Lovett began creating a collection of documentary-style images following young ex-Mormons’ journeys and ultimate feelings towards the faith. … read more
Utah Queer Film Festival 2025 Showcases Local Queer Shorts
These films remind us that short doesn’t mean small and that big ideas can come from the unlikeliest places. … read more
Four Favorite Queer Books at Under the Umbrella
It is the goal of Under the Umbrella owner Kaitlyn Mahoney to one day have the largest retail selection of queer books in the universe. Luckily, they’re already well on their way, as Under the Umbrella remains one of only a handful of queer-focused bookstores in the country. … read more
Utah Pride Parade 2025: Radical Love
SLUG was proud to be one of the many local groups walking in the Utah Pride Parade. Where would we be without the local queer community? … read more
