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09/15/2026

We are thrilled to welcome Jake McIntire back to present at the ZAP Virtual Workshop next Tuesday, September 22, from 12:00 - 1:00 PM!

This hands-on virtual workshop is structured to help you define your organization's non-negotiables. These core operating principles work alongside your mission, vision, and values to keep your organization grounded during times of change.

As Founder and Principal of Union Creative Agency, Jake brings extensive experience in strategic planning, with a focus on meaningful stakeholder engagement and on supporting nonprofits in capacity building, organizational growth, and community impact.

Jake was one of four panel presenters at our July In-Person Workshop. If you missed it, visit our YouTube channel to catch up on that and all previous In-Person & Virtual Workshops.

09/10/2026

We are excited to announce the next in-person workshop on October 14! This workshop focuses on finding your program's story and adapting it for various stakeholders, from funders to the public.

A story that moves a funder isn't automatically the story that moves a donor or stops someone mid-scroll on Instagram. Finding what's genuinely compelling in your program's work is the first step before any of that adapting can happen.

As with past workshops, we will bring together local arts and culture leaders to share tips and tools. The day will begin with a panel presentation and Q&A, followed by small-group breakout sessions for deeper conversations on the presenters' topics.

📅 Wednesday, October 14
🕑 2:00 - 4:00 PM
📍 Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center

Our next Virtual Workshop: Defining Your Organization's Non-Negotiables is two weeks away! Call in from the comfort of y...
09/08/2026

Our next Virtual Workshop: Defining Your Organization's Non-Negotiables is two weeks away! Call in from the comfort of your couch, office, or favorite cafe; wherever you are, we hope you'll join us.

📅When: September 22, 12:00 - 1:00 PM
📍Where: Virtual WebEx Meeting - RSVP for the meeting link!
🧑‍🏫Who: Jake McIntire is back for another ZAP Workshop!
🎒What: In this workshop, we'll explore, discuss, and begin identifying your organization's non-negotiables. You'll leave with tools and discussion frameworks to carry the conversation forward with your team, so you can collaboratively define the non-negotiables that will anchor your organization.

✨🌙 A little Shakespeare, a little magic, and a whole lot of mischief! 🌲🧚This is the final week to step into the enchante...
09/05/2026

✨🌙 A little Shakespeare, a little magic, and a whole lot of mischief! 🌲🧚

This is the final week to step into the enchanted world of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, reimagined in the 1930s Appalachian mountains! From star-crossed lovers to feuding fairies and one very mischievous Puck, this classic comedy is full of music, magic, and mayhem.

🎭 A Midsummer Night’s Dream
📅 Now - Sept. 12, 2026
📍 The Empress Theatre
🎟️ Tickets on sale now at empresstheatre.com

09/01/2026

Join us for a participatory virtual workshop!

When: September 22, starting at 12:00 PM online.
To RSVP, check out the ZAP Linktree (in our bio) or visit the ZAP website.

We'll explore, discuss, and begin identifying your organization's non-negotiables: the core operating principles that work alongside your mission, vision, and values to keep your organization grounded during planned or unexpected change.

You'll leave with tools and discussion frameworks to carry the conversation forward with your team, so you can collaboratively define the non-negotiables that will anchor your organization.

🎉ONE WEEK AWAY🎉 Voces En Bloom returns to McCarthey Plaza at Eccles Theater on September 5th!Join in for a FREE night ce...
08/29/2026

🎉ONE WEEK AWAY🎉 Voces En Bloom returns to McCarthey Plaza at Eccles Theater on September 5th!

Join in for a FREE night celebrating the new wave of Música Latina featuring live performances by Chac Xol, Jazzy Olivo & Amadora, plus a mini art market, local craft b**r 🍻 and plenty of good eats nearby on Regent Street.

Música, art, comunidad y buenas vibras are taking over McCarthey Plaza and you don't want to miss it!

Launchpad's Artist Cohort application is open for three more weeks, through Friday, September 18!Launchpad is Salt Lake ...
08/28/2026

Launchpad's Artist Cohort application is open for three more weeks, through Friday, September 18!

Launchpad is Salt Lake County Arts & Culture’s new artistic incubation program, providing emerging and mid-career artists with access to venues, services, and resources to develop and perform new work.

Launchpad is also pleased to introduce Robert Scott Smith as our inaugural Fellow! Learn more about Robert at RobertScottSmith.com.

You can learn more and apply at SaltLakeCountyArts.org.

08/26/2026

We had a great time visiting the zoo last week with, a huge thank you to the Utah's Hogle Zoo for hosting our County's Arts & Culture all staff meeting! Shout out to the A&C Fun Committee for putting together a great outing for us all. 🥰

This summer our office had the privilege in working with the Mayor's Office Intern Cohort program who brought Caleb to Z...
08/17/2026

This summer our office had the privilege in working with the Mayor's Office Intern Cohort program who brought Caleb to ZAP. Now that the school year is starting back up, we are sending him off to start his final semester at the University of Utah.

We are beyond proud of Caleb and his accomplishments with the ZAP team, and we can't wait to see where you take the world Caleb!

🚨THIS WEEKEND: Another free ZAP Grantee event! 🚨The Utah Summer Dance Festival is a free live music and dance performanc...
08/14/2026

🚨THIS WEEKEND: Another free ZAP Grantee event! 🚨

The Utah Summer Dance Festival is a free live music and dance performance event showcasing the wide-ranging dance practiced in Utah and nearby states. Experience performances featuring a variety of dance styles, shop local vendors, enjoy delicious food trucks, and spend the day celebrating creativity, culture, and community!

The Utah Summer Dance Festival has been a ZAP recipient for two years now, and this event is one of their main contributions to Salt Lake County. The festival creates opportunities for student groups, emerging performers, solo artists, and established ensembles to perform in a professional public setting while reaching new audiences and building experience. Workshops offered alongside the festival expand access to dance education and encourage continued participation across age groups and experience levels.

Visit UtahSummerDanceFestival.org for more information.

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