Lady Danburry: Thinking in shapes, sewing the details

April 9, 2012

Reading Time: 2 minutes In looks and demeanor, Lynette Danburry is a living version of Disney’s Snow White. But this lady has left the singing to her prince and husband, Drew, owner of Drew Danburry Barber Shop, and instead uses her talents to create her one-of-a-kind clothing line. Raised by a ballet costume-mistress mother, sewing and art have always […]

Utah County construction update April 6-12

April 6, 2012

Reading Time: 2 minutes While nighttime general lane restrictions are possible along the entire length of the I-15 corridor, Utah Department of Transportation has issued its weekly list of specific expected activity. Below are some of the hot spots that may affect the UVU population:   University Parkway I-15 lane through American Fork and Lindon Orem 800 North Orem […]

Getting Oriented

February 27, 2012

Reading Time: 2 minutes   The scent of ginger wafts through the air. Dim lights hover above tables and glow in the dark wooden floor. The décor, as well as the cuisine, is a masterful blend of modern and traditional aesthetics.   Sora Asian Dining, owned and operated by David and June Kang, opened its doors for the first […]

Punk music in Provo

February 20, 2012

Reading Time: 2 minutes Shock-value isn’t the only facet of punk rock that makes it so appealing.   The ability to get lost in the music—to watch your troubles disappear in the sound—holds a certain appeal.   Muse Music will host its third Punk-O-Rama on Feb. 25, where six punk bands from across the state are scheduled to perform—Apocalypse […]

Salsa Chocolate: Provo’s best-kept social secret

February 17, 2012

Reading Time: 2 minutes The art of dance is often described as an escape from reality, a tool for individual expression and even the window to one’s soul. But to this man, it’s more than just business and pleasure.   Arieh Alexander Steinlauf is the current owner of the historic Southworth Hall in downtown Provo.  He was born in […]

Writing groups flourish in Utah Valley

February 17, 2012

Reading Time: 5 minutes Heads bent and pens poised, passing papers in a circle: helping each other’s writing grow. Learning from published authors, networking in the industry. Simply having fun, enjoying a sense of community. These are writers of Utah Valley, coming together in writing groups to learn and grow in their art.   Stretching across Utah Valley, groups […]

Breathe, Bend, and Be- The 3 B’s of Yoga

February 9, 2012

Reading Time: 2 minutes Yoga is not just a word or practice, but a choice and a lifestyle.   “Yoga is for everyone; there is no exclusiveness or hierarchy. If you can breathe, you can do Yoga,” said Amy Williams, owner of the 3B Yoga Studio in The Shops at Riverwoods.   Besides the obvious health benefits of yoga, […]

Losing yourself in Rocks

February 9, 2012

Reading Time: 3 minutes Throughout history, mankind has demonstrated a longing for perspective.   Vast overlooks and mountaintops bring clarity like little else can. Rock climbing serves this purpose for many people.   And Utah Valley has a growing collection of rock climbers with their own culture and lifestyle. Richard Harrison, employee at Hansen Mountaineering, described this culture with […]

Getting drawn into Art Therapy

February 6, 2012

Reading Time: 3 minutes Life is a journey of mountains and molehills and rainstorms and rainbows. Sometimes when the going gets rough, a helping hand makes all the difference. Help can come in the form of therapy or counseling. People seek therapy for many reasons: support for trauma, disorders or to empower and better themselves.   Therapy, more specifically […]

Utah County construction update Feb. 3-9

February 3, 2012

Reading Time: 2 minutes According to UDOT, the I-15 CORE project has reached 70 percent completion. While the end may be in sight, drivers still have yet to endure the all-too-familiar construction. Hot spots this week include:   University Parkway at Sandhill Road Orem Center Street Provo 820 North and Center Street Provo University Avenue Spanish Fork Main Street […]