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🍳 The best underrated brunch in Salt Lake
April 12, 2024
Good morning! Today, we’ve got a roundup of underrated brunch places for all you mid-afternoon diners.
What's CITY Talking About?
Former SLC Mayor Ted Wilson Dies at 84
If you’re wondering why flags are at half-staff, it’s to recognize the passing of former Salt Lake City Mayor Ted Wilson on Thursday. The mountaineer served three consecutive terms as mayor of our city from 1976-1985. His daughter, Jenny Wilson, is the current Salt Lake County mayor. [KSL]
Better Conditions at the Utah State Correctional Facility
The new Utah State Correctional Facility’s opening in 2022 was plagued with horrific issues, including a mosquito infestation. Almost two years later, advocates finally see progress. To mitigate mosquitoes, the facility is phasing out dark clothing (which attracts mosquitoes), preventing larvae from hatching, and increasing the bug repellant supply. The single biggest change, though, has been new management whose key focus is to “listen more and speak less.” [FOX 13]
Chapel Coffee Leaves Church & State
Chapel Coffee Co. (formerly known as Cafe Juniper) announced that they are relocating. They’re currently in the Church & State building. Send them a direct message if you know where they should move to. [@chapelcoffee/Instagram]
- Related: What makes a local coffee shop great? [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]
Hockey Maybe
Billboard wars are taking our city by storm. Why are even the most powerful developers shrinking violets in the face of Reagan Outdoor Advertising? Plus, buckle in for hockey (maybe) really soon. City Cast Salt Lake host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means are here to help make sense of the week’s top stories. [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]
What To Do
Friday, April 12
- 💕 Date Night at Swaner Preserve | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | $25 per couple | Park City
- 📷 Central Ninth Market Photo Showcase | 7-10 p.m. | Free entry | Central Ninth
Saturday, April 13
- 🌳 South Salt Lake Park Tours | 10 a.m. | Free | South Salt Lake
- 🛍 Strength in Shades Market | 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. | Free entry | Ballpark
- 🥳 The Neighborhood Hive Birthday Celebration | 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. | Free entry | Sugar House
- 🥁 Making Instruments for a Free Palestine | 10:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. | Free, Bring used cans/boxes to make instruments | Rose Park
- 🥟 Empanada Fest | 11 a.m.- 9 p.m. | Free entry | Poplar Grove
- 🏈 Women’s Sports Beehive Bash | 11 a.m.- 10 p.m. | $20 online, $25 at the door | Sugar House
- 👕 Gender-Affirming Clothing Event | 2-6 p.m. | Free | Downtown SLC
- 🎉 Black Hair, Black Minds: A Celebration of Black Hair & Mental Health | 3-5:30 p.m. | Free registration | University
- 🌷 Springtime Market | 4-9 p.m. | Free | Avenues
- 🎨 Workshop: Project Planning for Creatives | 5:30 p.m. | Free | Downtown SLC
- 📖 Art Exhibit Opening Reception: Bedroom Poetry | 6-10 p.m. | Free | The Gateway
Sunday, April 14
- 🛍 Black Cat Market | 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. | Free entry | Ballpark
- 🚲 Group Bike Ride | 4 p.m. | Free | 9th & 9th
- 🍸 Food Pop-up: Bitter Lovers | 5 p.m.-Sold out | Free entry | 21+ only | Central City
Monday, April 15
- ☀️ Intro to Pickleball | 6 p.m. | Free entry | 21+ only | Millcreek
- 🎥 Movie: Spider Man Mondays | 7 p.m. | $11-$12 | Downtown SLC
- 🎤 Talib Kweli | 7 p.m. | $28+ | 21+ only | Central City
Today on City Cast
Billboard Wars, Did SLC Catch a Coyote? And Consignment Strategies
The Billboard Industry reigns supreme in Utah, with signs for Minky Couture and colorful scriptures blocking our scenic mountain views. Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means break down how cities accommodate billboards and question if they’re really so bad. Plus, is Salt Lake suddenly getting its NHL team? And, tips to clean out your closet for earnings.
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