Life + Culture

The Stories We Share

A big thank you to everyone who makes this magazine possible. Article by Ogden City Lifestyle Team Thank you for being a part of our story. When we look back at the articles we’ve shared, the businesses we’ve highlighted, and the people we’ve met, one thing stands out: this magazine has never been about us. It’s been about the people who make the community special. First, we would like to give a big thanks to all of our partners. Without them, we wouldn’t be able to share these stories...

Education

Where Every Student Belongs

Kindness Chronicles: PALS is making magic through movement Article by Evana Mauriz Dance has a magical way of bringing people together. It gives us a chance to express ourselves and have fun.  Performing Artists Lengthening Strides (PALS) is an inclusive dance program that brings people of all ages and abilities together. It is a safe space to learn, perform, and experience the joy of movement in a welcoming environment. For nearly 18 years, PALS has served the Ogden area by giving students...

Education

Together, We Preserve

Celebrating the beauty of Ogden Valley and the shared responsibility to protect it Article by Evana Mauriz | Photography by Evana Mauriz & Walt Fuller Preservation often begins with appreciation. By helping people experience the land in meaningful ways, the Ogden Valley Land Trust encourages a deeper understanding of what makes our valley special and why protecting its future matters. Established in 1998, OVLT is a local nonprofit that works to protect the natural diversity and beauty of the...

Life + Culture

Letter from the Mayor: Gratitude Changes What We See

How gratitude can inspire us to see others and serve our community Article by Benjamin Nadolski I’ve come to believe that gratitude is more than a feeling. It is a way of seeing the world and, ultimately, a way of serving it. Gratitude causes us to notice. We notice the people who quietly show up every day. The neighbor helping a neighbor. The teacher staying a little longer. The volunteer giving away a Saturday. The first responder answering another call. The parent doing everything...

Food + Beverage

Experience the Heart of Xalisco's

Authentic Mexican flavors and Jalisco roots meet vibrant Ogden culture. Article by Katrina Hammond Nestled in the heart of the community, Xalisco Tequila Bar and Restaurant offers a celebration of heritage, family, and local culture. Owned by brothers David and Luis Lopez alongside family friend Kerry Gibson, this local hotspot is deeply rooted in a rich family story. The Lopez family originally moved to Ogden from Tequila, Jalisco, Mexico. Today, they have successfully woven the vibrant...

Food + Beverage

The Winemaking Pioneers of Utah

Behind the scenes at Purple Sky Winery and Restaurant, where meticulous winemaking meets fresh ingredients, elevated dining, and exceptional hospitality. Article by Evana Mauriz | Photography by Angel Ferreira Behind every bottle at Purple Sky Winery lies an intense, round-the-clock operation. Under the guidance of Head Winemaker/General Manager David McKieve, the winemaking process is a meticulous science that begins long before sunrise. Harvest begins under the cover of darkness...

Health + Wellness

Kindness Chronicles: Life Lived Fully

Sometimes kindness means giving yourself permission to live your life, regardless of its obstacles. Article by Molly Harper Life Is Meant to Be Lived: A Podcast  People often ask me how I do everything I do while living with cystic fibrosis. My sarcastic answer has always been, “Well, there’s no other option but to lay around and be sad all day.” Of course, I learned to say it a little more kindly: life is meant to be lived. At first, it was just a phrase I started saying. But the more I...

Travel

A Taste of Spain

A journey through the simple flavors and traditions of central Spain Article by Evana Mauriz I’d like to take you on a journey thousands of miles away to a small town in the heart of Spain. This is the pueblo of Tudela de Duero, where the Duero River has shaped the land, culture, and lives of families for generations. While its roots date back to the Roman era, Tudela began taking shape in the 12th century. Then, around the 16th century, tomatoes arrived from the Americas, eventually becoming...

Local Services

70 Years of Trust

Generations of Ogden families have trusted Farr’s for jewelry, cameras, craftsmanship, value, and personal service. Article and Photography by In 1956, Vern Farr opened Farr & Company in an upstairs showroom on Washington Boulevard, when downtown Ogden was the center of shopping for northern Utah. Department stores, theaters, restaurants, jewelers, and busy sidewalks surrounded the young business. Vern built Farr’s around a simple idea: offer quality merchandise at a fair price, stay...

Shopping

THE ONE

Curated gowns for every style of bride Article by Kelley Lord | Photography by Provided by Sparkles & Gowns Before you see anything at Sparkle and Gowns, you see the sparkle. When owner Janelle opened the door, the first thing that caught my eye was her glittering boots. We sat down to chat about brides, and that’s when I noticed the sparkle in her eyes, too. Nicknamed “Sparkles” by friends and family, Janelle drew inspiration from the nickname when naming her boutique and from the feeling...