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Keanu Reeves' band Dogstar is coming to Salt Lake City
Keanu Reeves' band Dogstar announced Tuesday it will perform in Salt Lake City at the Union Event Center as part of its Summer Vacation Tour 2024.Why it matters: Bassist Reeves has rapidly ascended the Dolly Parton Scale of universal likability for American celebrities.Catch up quick: It's a revival of the group Reeves co-founded in 1991, which toured with Bon Jovi and opened for David Bowie before breaking up in 2002, Blabbermouth reports.Zoom out: The North America tour includes more than two dozen stops with music from the group's latest album, "Somewhere Between the Power Lines and Palm Trees" — its first in 23 years.What's next: Limited ticket presales begin 10am Wednesday, with local presale starting 10am Thursday. General ticket sales open 10am Friday. VIP packages, including a meet-and-greet, will also be available, per a news release.
Theater-lovers cheer as city vows to support West Valley Performing Arts Center
WEST VALLEY CITY — After an abrupt announcement of the closure of West Valley Performing Arts Center, residents celebrated as the West Valley City Council approved a resolution to help subsidize the performing arts and transfer control of the arts program to an independent nonprofit. West Valley City announced...
Hogle Zoo provides video update on baby gorilla as he turns five days old
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, June 4, 2024 (Gephardt Daily) — Hogle Zoo updated the progress of their baby gorilla on the 5-day anniversary of his birth. “Some updates on our newest little troop member!” the zoo announced online Tuesday evening, noting mother Pele and baby are doing great. The little fella was born Thursday, May 30, around 6:30 p.m.
Hires Big H. and Snelgrove Ice Cream team up for specialty dessert
SALT LAKE CITY — Two Utah staples will be collaborating throughout the month of June. Snelgrove Ice Cream and Hires Big H, will be pairing up to serve the local Utah community a specialty dessert featuring Snelgrove’s Fresh Raspberry Oreo ice cream and Hires Big H’s homemade brownie, topped with whipped cream and Hires’ homemade salted caramel sauce.
From retro rewinds to classical musicals, Murray City sets the stage for summer
Journey tribute band, DSB (Don’t Stop Believin’) will perform at the Murray Amphitheater in September. (Photo courtesy of DSB) As Murray Park prepares to celebrate its centennial on June 15, Murray City ushers in a season of cultural festivity and community spirit with its annual Summer Arts in the Park series. This year, the lineup is especially poignant, marking a century of recreation, community, and cultural enrichment facilitated by the cherished park. According to Murray City Cultural Arts Director Lori Edmunds, the Centennial Celebration is a monumental event for Murray City, and the city has woven this celebration into the summer series to honor the legacy and the future of Murray Park.
Millcreek has your jam with live music options for June
Boomerang’s Down Under Bar in Millcreek has open mic for those ready to let loose on stage. (Instagram) The days are getting longer and many of us are ready to get out of the house and hear some live music. You don’t have to go far because Millcreek has plenty of options.
SLC weekend events: Chingo Bling and Urban Flea Market
There's lots to do in Salt Lake this weekend, from a stand-up show to shopping for antiques.🕺 Vibras Del LagoThis Cumbia dance pop-up is one of downtown's hottest Latin dance venues.When: 9pm ThursdayWhere: Alibi Bar & PlaceAdmission: Free🎭 Chingo BlingThe Mexican-American rapper and comedian, known for his viral comedy, is coming to town for one night.When: 7pm ThursdayWhere: Wiseguys Comedy Club at The GatewayAdmission: $25 for GA or $35 for VIP🛍️ Urban Flea MarketUtah's largest flea market is back this month, featuring vintage goods and nearly 100 vendors.When: 10am-4pm SundayWhere: The Gateway (12 South Rio Grande)Admission: $3 per person 13 years and up; only cash is accepted
Two groups from Utah performing in Normandy, France for 80th anniversary of D-Day
SOUTH JORDAN — You can learn a lot from history books and online articles at school. McKay Taylor has been reading about World War II and the D-Day landings at Normandy. “On the beaches, there were a lot of mines,” said Taylor to some of his friends at school. “They had to get through trip wires and mines.”
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