This page features a list of upcoming rallies and grassroots resources curated by KRCL’s RadioACTive team. Featured events ≠ endorsement. Information adapted and abridged from public listings posted by organizers. All times Mountain unless otherwise indicated. Check with the organizer for the latest info on rallies and resources in this list. *******Many events are held by organizations seeking donations or raising funds for their causes. KRCL neither vets nor endorses them, so follow best practices when evaluating such requests, consult your advisors, and proceed at your own risk.*******
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Throughout July:
4th Annual Shí awéé’ Diaper and Hygiene Drive. Donations will be collected during the month of July. All items will be distributed to Indigenous children in foster care. Amazon wish list for the 4th Annual Shí awéé’ Diaper and Hygiene Drive.
Dropoff locations:
Monday, July 29:
National Buffalo Soldiers Day Commemoration, 6:00-7:30 p.m., 41st Floor, Saltair Room, Olpin Union Building, University of Utah, 200 S. Central Campus Dr., SLC. Event by Sema Hadithi African American Heritage and Culture Foundation: "Did you know that Buffalo Soldiers were stationed in Utah? Not only were they stationed here but TWO units were assigned here: 24th Infantry and 9th Calvary. At this event we will have a presentation of the NEW upcoming Buffalo Soldiers Historic Trail we are working on with the Utah State Preservation Office, as well as Buffalo Soldier artifacts and a Buffalo Soldier exhibit." FREE. Due to LIMITED SEATING please click here to register.
Tuesday, July 30:
Thursday, August 1:
Thurs-Fri, Aug. 1-2:
Capaw Presents: 2024 PIK2AR Regional Conference in SLC at Zions Bancorporation’s Midvale Technology Center, 7860 Bingham Junction Blvd., Midvale. "Tickets are on sale now for our 2024 CAPAW x PIK2AR Regional Conference. This Women of Color Regional Conference will be highlighting Oceania Communities. Join us for a special day of inspiration and 'Rising Together: Engaging and Uplifting Thriving Communities'. This gathering is a collaboration and creation between The Center for Asian Pacific American Women (CAPAW), Pacific Island Knowledge 2 Action Resources (PIK2AR), and Asian/Pacific Islander American Chamber of Commerce & Entrepreneurship (National ACE)." For tickets, click here.
Friday, August 2:
Utah Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons Peaceful Picket, 11:00 a.m. outside offices of Ensign Peak, 60 E. South Temple St., SLC. "What church invests in killing machines? Come picket peacefully. Ensign Peak (EP) is the entity pushing tithes into the coffers of warmongers like Raytheon, Lockheed-Martin, General Dynamics and Northrop Grumman. Remind EP that supporting violence with member donations is just wrong."
Pacific Islander Skate Night, 6:00-10:00 p.m. at Millcreek Common, 1354 E. Chambers Ave., Millcreek. "We are thrilled to announce Millcreek’s 2nd Annual Pacific Islander Skate Night, a cornerstone event, kicking off celebrations of Utah's 12th Annual Pacific Islander Heritage Month. This vibrant celebration will take place on August 2nd at Millcreek Common and promises to be an unforgettable evening filled with cultural pride, community spirit, and family-friendly fun. Free Admission, Free parking, Free skating for the first 450 people, cultural food, entertainment, splash pad, rock climbing, and more!"
Saturday, August 3:
Fri-Sun, Aug. 9-11:
The 16th Annual Craft Lake City DIY Festival Presented By Harmons @ Utah State Fair Park, 155 N. 1000 W., SLC. "The DIY Festival features hundreds of local artisans, STEM exhibitors, vintage vendors, foodies and performers, with workshops, a kids' area, VIP lounge and more." For tickets and info, click here.
Various, Aug. 11, 17, 22, 24 & 27:
Friday, August 16:
Sat-Thurs, Aug. 24-29:
38th National Veterans Golden Age Games, Salt Lake City. "The VA Salt Lake City Health Care System and National Veterans Golden Age Games are looking for nearly 2,000 volunteers to give back to our Veterans as they go for the gold in Salt Lake this summer. Nearly 1,100 Veterans from across the country will descend on Salt Lake from August 24-29 for the 38th National Veterans Golden Age Games. The Golden Age Games serve Veterans 55 and older who receive care at VA medical centers. We are looking for volunteers of all ages. The only restrictions are ages 5-13 must be accompanied by a parent and 14-17 must have parental permission." To register to volunteer, click here.
Fri-Sat, Sept. 27-28:
SAVE THE DATE: 7th Annual PANDOS Defend the Sacred Powwow, Dow James Park, 438 W. 400 N., Tooele. Grand Entry Friday at 6:30 p.m.; 12:00 & 5:00 p.m. Saturday. Miss PANDOS Pageant Saturday at 10:00 a.m. Questions? Email Dave John, davejohn64@hotmail.com.
Sat-Sun, Sept. 14-15:
Saturday, September 21:
Saturday, October 5:
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Dr. Dave is back to walk #theradicalmiddle with Rep. Kera Birkeland and Kris Campbell, the incumbent and challenger, respectively, in the race for Utah State House District 4. Plus, meet the neighbors: Giv Group. And Crate Digging, the collector's edition.
READ MOREVolunteer Host Nick Burns returns with a round of Music Meets Activism with Catherine Weller of the League of Women Voters of Utah. Plus, Lake Effect, and another round of Crate Digging with Eric P. Nelson.
READ MOREVolunteer Host Risshan Leak returns with a Roundtable Tuesday back-to-school panel discussion with SLEA teachers. Plus, meet the neighbors: Rise Up School of Dance, Crate Digging Prince-style, and school lunch in Moab.
READ MOREA Labor Day special with John Arthur, 2021 Teacher of the Year. Plus, a Magnify Utah mash-up with Music Meets Activism, featuring Sen. Jani Iwamoto and Dr. Jeanette Misaka on the Japanese Community: Healing, Resilience, and Organizing. And Eric P. Nelson with a blues preview of KRCL's record sale.
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