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🎥 Where was ‘Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ shot?
May 15, 2025
Hey, Salt Lake! Today’s the first day of Kilby Block Party. If you’re going, who are you looking forward to seeing?
What's CITY Talking About?
Surprise! More Money for the Sports District
Utah lawmakers approved an additional $300 million in taxpayer funding for Salt Lake City’s sports and entertainment district. The money was added late in the legislative session with minimal public discussion. [Salt Lake Tribune]
Astra Tower
The Astra Tower, Salt Lake City’s tallest building, is officially open. At 451 feet tall, it surpasses the next tallest building (Wells Fargo) by 29 feet. [FOX 13]
- Catch up: How Astra Tower is changing downtown. [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]
Getting the Olympic Ball Rolling
Utah Olympic organizers are launching a statewide listening tour starting May 19 in Ogden to hear from local leaders about how the 2034 Winter Games can benefit their communities. [KUER]
Another Title Makes the Banned Books List
Utah has added Sara Gruen’s bestselling novel “Water for Elephants” to its list of banned books from public schools, bringing the total to 18 titles (16 of which are authored by women). [Axios Salt Lake City]
How to Actually Meet Your Neighbors in SLC
You've seen them, you've maybe heard them, but have you ever actually met your neighbors? Turns out, it just might be the antidote to this loneliness epidemic we're in. Here's advice for how to cut through the awkwardness and just say hi. [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]
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Test Your Salt Lake Knowledge
In honor of the Season 2 premiere of “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” tonight, we have a SLoMW-themed quiz for you. Can you guess the Salt Lake locations in the show?
1. Where is this?
Neighborhood Shoutouts
City Cast Salt Lake Neighbors know what makes our city shine. Here’s what they’re loving this week.
📣 Angie C. wants to shout out Canada Chiropractic in Liberty Wells for providing quality care with small business charm.
📣 Jonathan C. gets his caffeine fix at Buzzed Coffee Truck in Rose Park.
📣 Chuck L. loves Mobile Moon Co-op, a collective led by mostly queer folks who educate communities on ecology and botany.
Want to participate in this love fest? Become a City Cast Salt Lake Neighbor, and your shoutouts will be featured in our newsletter and podcast.
What To Do
Thursday, May 15
- 🎨 Intro to Sculpture (3-Day Workshop)| 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | $595 | South Salt Lake
- 🎵 Kilby Block Party | 4 p.m. | $115+ | Fairpark
- 🏳️🌈 Queer Spectra Arts Festival | 6:30 p.m. | Free entry | Glendale
- 🍷 SLC Cookbook Club Wine Night | 6:30 p.m. | Free RSVP | 21+ only | Downtown SLC
- ➰ Fundraiser: Curltastic Bingo Night | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | $20+ | Downtown SLC
Friday, May 16
- 🌏 Living Traditions Festival | 5-10 p.m. | Free entry | Downtown SLC
- 🌳 Sissy Potluck | 6-8 p.m. | Free, bring a dish to share | For QTPOC | Glendale
- 🚂 Vintage Fashion Shoot Train | 6-8:30 p.m. | $25 | Heber City
- 🖼️ Salt Lake Gallery Stroll Reception | 6-9 p.m. | Free | East Central
- 🍊 Citrus Stamped Tea Towels | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | $25 | Provo
- 🎶 MCYCLE Throwback Latino Ride | 7 p.m. | $20 | Downtown SLC
- 🤫 “Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” Outdoor Screening | 8 p.m. | $5 | Murray
- 🎥 Movie in the Park: “Mighty Ducks” | 8-11 p.m. | Free | West Jordan
Later, dudes.
— Terina Ria
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