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| What Salt Lake's Talking About |
| | | Tightening SLC’s Camping Rule | The Salt Lake City council will vote to tighten police enforcement of illegal camping, particularly with unsheltered Utahns. [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧] | | Don’t Water Your Lawn, Yet | With Utah’s record-low snowpack, the Utah Division of Water Resources is advising residents to wait until May 15 to start watering your lawns. Officials say conserving water now can make a big difference. [KSL] | | Trevor Lee Accused of Fraud, Abuse of Power | Two businessmen are accusing Utah Rep. Trevor Lee of past check fraud and, more recently, using his position to try to secure a government contract for a company in exchange for money. Lee admits to past misconduct but denies the newer allegations, which are now under review by legislative leaders. [ABC4] | | DA Won’t Prosecute Reality Star | The Salt Lake County District Attorney declined to file charges against “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” star Taylor Frankie Paul over alleged domestic violence incidents involving her ex-boyfriend, citing insufficient evidence. [FOX 13] |
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| Where To Make Friends in Salt Lake City |
|  | Pick up a new hobby, maybe table tennis, and meet new people. (Dragon Images/Getty Images) |
| It’s hard to make new friends as an adult. But the good news: Salt Lake is booming with social clubs based on shared interests, a convenient way to meet like-minded peeps. Here are some for you to try! | | | Make friends with other dog parents. The next trail run is on Tuesday, April 21. If you’re not much of a runner, no sweat, they also host occasional dog walks. | | | A place to meet fellow needlepointers, crosstitchers, and embroiderers. Join them for a night of mahjong and stitching on Thursday, April 23 at 21 Mercantile. BYOP (bring your own projects). | | | A social bike club for women of color. It’s beginner friendly and they meet every other Saturday. The next event is Saturday, April 25. | | | This one goes out to the book-loving introverts. This month is a great time to join, they’re having a potluck on Saturday, April 25 at Fairmont Park. | | | Move over tennis and pickleball, it’s time for table tennis. Don’t miss their very first USA Table Tennis-sanctioned tournament on Saturday, April 25 in Millcreek. | | Do you have a social club you think we should know about? | | |
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| | | Spend a night under the stars at Red Butte Garden & Arboretum's Outdoor Concert Series, featuring more than 30 shows packed with world-class music. There's no better way to spend your summer. Enjoy stunning views, a garden setting, unparalleled sound, and a picnic-with-friends vibe at the city’s premier outdoor venue. See the lineup now at redbuttegarden.org/concerts | |
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| | | | - 🎟️ The Art of Spirits: Tour, Tasting, & Bottle Painting with Sugar House Distillery | April 25 | Sugar House Distillery
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Thank you to our newest City Cast Salt Lake Neighbors: Amy N., Karen B., Brian T., Amy C., Ellen S., Chloe R., Emily D., Pam H., Jeanine M., Myra G., Jessica M., and Janine D. We’re so grateful for you. | | Here’s why Ellen S. joined: “Listening to City Cast has made it feel more like home. The local recs, events, and political breakdowns are unmatched. It makes a big city feel like a small community.” | | Do you feel the same way? Become a member today! | | — Terina Ria |
| City Cast Salt Lake podcast host Ali Vallarta edited the newsletter this week. |
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