⚡ SLC-BTC vs Utah Crypto Club Debate Night ⚡ 📅 May 6th [DATE CHANGE] 📍 Brewvies Cinema Pub (Salt Lake City) ⏰ Meetup: 5:45 PM \| Debate starts: \~6:15–6:30 PM Join us for an exciting evening as SLC-BTC goes head-to-head with the Utah Crypto Club in a live debate on the future…
## **SLC-BTC March Meetup: Bitcoin & Taxes** Screw the IRS and screw taxes. Unfortunately, this position can land you in jail. Join us at **Brewvies** on **March 4th at 6:00 PM** for a deep dive into the various ways to hold Bitcoin or gain price exposure. Whether you’re…
## **Monetary Wars: Are We Progressing to a Bitcoin Standard?** As global economies shift and traditional financial systems face unprecedented pressure, the question is about the future of money itself. Join us for the February **SLC-BTC Meetup** as we dive deep into the…
### **SLC-BTC Meetup: January** Join us for a low-key evening with the Salt Lake City Bitcoin community. This month, we’re skipping the presentations to connect and hangout in the lobby. *** ### **Event Details** * **Time:** 6:00 PM * **Location:** Brewvies * **Activities:**…
**Celebrate Christmas season with your favorite SLC-Bitcoin family!** SLC-BTC is hosting a Bitcoin Christmas Potluck party chock-full of giveaways and grub. (kids allowed) **What to bring:** \- Food\! \- Beverages of any type \- A happy have\-fun attitude \- Your seed phrase…
**Salt Lake City Bitcoin Meetup – December Bitcoin Bar Trivia Night** **Where**: Brewvies Cinema Pub **When**: Wednesday, December 3rd at 6:00 p.m. **What**: Bitcoin Bar Trivia — team-based trivia night **Teams**: 2–5 players **Prizes**: Jade Plus hardware wallets, DIY block…
First time was such a success, we're doing it again! Square terminals roll out Bitcoin Payments for ALL merchants on November 10th! We are going to meet at the Wing Coop, November 10th at 6:30pm for chicken wings and beer! Matt, the owner of The Wing Coop, is a local Bitcoiner…
Hello everyone! This month’s discussion focuses on how to transition out of traditional retirement and investment accounts with a thoughtful approach to taxes and long-term financial sovereignty. **Ryan** will walk through what he calls the levels of “fiat hell”, from the most…
Great news everyone! [The Wing Coop](https://wingcoop.com/) has joined the Square payment beta program to accept Bitcoin via Lightning! We are going to meet at the Wing Coop, Wednesday 13th at 7pm for chicken wings and beer! Matt, the owner of The Wing Coop, is a local Bitcoiner…
At this month’s SLC-BTC Meetup, Brock will be giving a presentation on how **denominations like sats, bits, and mBTC can make Bitcoin more usable and intuitive**. We’ll discuss why breaking Bitcoin into denominations matters, how different units shape perception and adoption,…
**September SLC-BTC Meetup** Join us for the September SLC-BTC meetup! This month, Cody will give a presentation on how to get started with home mining and how to make use of the heat as a valuable byproduct of Bitcoin mining. We’re also excited to announce that **Solo Satoshi…
**Bitcoin just broke into a new all-time high**! What's driving this historic move, and what could come next? Join us for the August edition of the SLC-BTC Meetup where we’ll break down the macro and micro forces behind Bitcoin’s explosive rise. Whether you're a longtime…
Join us for the final **SLC-BTC Brunch** on **Friday, July 19th at 11am**! Please bring **a dish** or **a snack** or **a drink** or **a bag of chips!** This month’s brunch is a special one, our friend and brunch regular **Arron** is moving away. Come hang out, share a meal, and…
**Hello SLC Bitcoiners!** We’ve got a special meetup this month! Join us on **Wednesday, July 2nd at 6:00 PM** at **TnT Gun Range** as we celebrate two powerful freedoms, **Bitcoin ownership and the right to bear arms.** We’ll meet in the lobby at 6:00 PM and head into the range…
Join us for the SLC-BTC Bitcoin Brunch on Saturday, June 21st at 11am. It’s a laid-back chance to hang out with fellow Bitcoiners, chat about what’s going on in the space, and enjoy some good food together. Whether you're deep into Bitcoin or just getting started, all are…
**Join us for the SLC-BTC June Meetup!** We’re keeping it chill in the lobby with drinks, pool tables, and Bitcoin conversation. No presentation in the theater this month, just good hangs. Whether you're a seasoned Bitcoiner or just curious and new, swing by, say hey, and meet…
**Join us for Bitcoin Pizza Day at Este Pizza in Sugarhouse!** Celebrate the first Bitcoin transaction with your SLC-BTC pals! On May 22nd 2010, a developer paid 10,000 BTC for two large pizzas! Now worth... a ton of money! We will be celebrating by enjoying **pizza** and…
**Month of May Bitcoin Brunch!** **When:** Starting at 11:00 AM **Where:** Message Garrett for the address – 832-216-4494 Join us for another round of food, fun, and Bitcoin-flavored conversation. Bring a dish or snack or just bring good vibes, you're welcome here. Come hang…
**Howdy Bitcoiners!** For May’s **SLC-BTC Meetup**, we’re switching things up with **Bar Trivia: Bitcoin Edition!** Meetup at 6pm; Trivia starts at 6:30pm. This month, we’ll be **skipping the presentation** and staying in the bar area to **test our Bitcoin knowledge.** **Teams…
**Bitcoin vs. Crypto Debate: The Ultimate Showdown!** **SLC-BTC (Salt Lake City Bitcoin Meetup)** partners with the **Utah Crypto Club** for a lively, friendly debate that’s equal parts education and entertainment! Whether you’re a **Bitcoin maxi**, an **altcoin enthusias**t, or…
**Bitcoin Brunch – Saturday, Feb 22nd @ 11 AM** Join us for a **Bitcoin Brunch** on **Saturday, April 19th at 11 AM**! Enjoy great food, good company, and relaxed conversations about Bitcoin. Whether you're a hardcore Bitcoiner or just curious about the space, this is the…
**SLC-BTC Presents: Bitcoin Happy Hour Social** 🗓 **When:** Wednesday, April 16th @ 6:30 PM 📍 **Where:** In the basement o**f** **Craft by Proper** – Sugarhouse Join us for a relaxed evening with fellow Bitcoiners at one of Sugarhouse’s coziest basements! Whether you’re a…
Welcome to Aprils Bitcoin Meetup! 🔥 This month, we're diving into the latest tools and strategies for **accumulating, sending, receiving, and storing Bitcoin**. Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned Bitcoiner, come share your thoughts and learn from the community. We'll also…
Join **Swan CEO Cory Klippsten** along with **Swan Bitcoin Experts Alec Bakhouche** and **Jason Bassett** for an engaging happy hour **with cash bar** at **Level Crossing Brewing Co.** Located in the new post district of Salt Lake City, Level Crossing Brewing Co. offers award…
**SLC-BTC March Meetup**: Where TradFi and Bitcoin Intersect Dive into the dynamic fusion of traditional finance and Bitcoin at our upcoming meetup. **Matt** will be giving on presentation of why traditional finance should/would be getting in to Bitcoin. Whether you're a curious…
**Bitcoin Brunch – Saturday, Feb 22nd @ 11 AM** Join us for a **Bitcoin Brunch** on **Saturday, February 22nd at 11 AM**! Enjoy great food, good company, and relaxed conversations about Bitcoin. Whether you're a hardcore Bitcoiner or just curious about the space, this is the…
Join us for an exciting SLC-BTC meetup where we’ll dive into the world of **Bitcoin-driven travel.** Garrett will host an interview and Q'n'A with SLC-BTC member, Justin, to hear about traveling with Bitcoin in mind. Justin will share stories his trips to El Salvador, the first…
***\*We’re not a political group, but we’re about to talk politics\**** Happy New Year, Bitcoin fam! With a new year and the right side of the boot steps in to the U.S. political regime, Bitcoin is front and center like never before. Here’s what’s on the table: * **Trump has…
**Celebrate Christmas vibes with your favorite SLC-Bitcoin family!** SLC-BTC is hosting a Bitcoin Christmas Potluck party chock-full of giveaway and games. **What to bring:** -Food! -Beverages of any type -A happy have-fun attitude -Your seed phrase written on a napkin (jk)…
**2024: A Landmark Year for Bitcoin** Join SLC-BTC for our December meetup as we reflect on a year that redefined the Bitcoin landscape. Whether you’ve been stacking sats for years or you’re just learning about Bitcoin, this event is for YOU. We'll be diving into the major…
*Dirty Coin* is a thought-provoking documentary that delves into the controversial world of Bitcoin mining, presenting it as a potential solution to the global energy crisis. The film challenges conventional wisdom about the environmental impact of Bitcoin and explores how this…
Uptober finally pulled through, price is up and vibes are high. Come on down to the Salt Lake City Bitcoin meet-up and learn about the best money the world has even known. We will be talking about some hot topics including self-custody, institutional adoption, and some of your…
So you own bitcoin... on an exchange!? Then you don't own SH\*T! This month we will be learning about a fundamental aspect of bitcoin, SELF-CUSTODY. What does that mean? Why is it important? Come have fun and learn! Presentation by Alec Bakhouche! If your new to bitcoin or…
This months meetup we will be watching the short documentary (15 minutes) 'Immutable Democracy'. Learn about bitcoin unique ability to audit elections using the unchangeable time stamp feature. If you are new to bitcoin or new to the meet up, please come join and learn about the…
bUt wHy wOuLd i sPeNd mY BiTcOiN?!?!? Some Bitcoiners lean into the idea that they shouldn't spend their bitcoin because it will be worth more later.......so instead I'll spend my Dollars and save my Bitcoin. See [Gresham's Law](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gresham%27s_law).…
This month we will have a presentation on Chaumian E-Cash! This old technology(1980's) is making a major comeback and being used on top of Bitcoin and the Lightning network to provide cheap and privacy improved transactions........but there are tradeoffs as always. Come find out…
This month we are talking about Bitcoin Mining with the Legendary Pleb Miner Zack Bomsta. Zack has developed some of the most game changing hardware in the pleb mining space and continues to break trail and make home mining possible for people all over the world. We will cover a…
Fresh out of The Halving and a Bitcoin fees are high! This month we are going to discuss several topics that are top of mind for most Bitcoiners. As always people of all levels of Bitcoin knowledge are welcome and we will try our best to keep the discussion out of the deep…
The Halving is near!!! This only happens once every \~4 years so don't miss it. Although The actual Halving will likely happen in the early morning(\~12-1am), we will be celebrating with a BBQ just a few hours later. The BBQ will be provided by members our great community, so if…
Last Meetup Before the Halving!!! Don't know what The Halving is...come find out! This month we are going to be doing a "BitPlebs" style talk. We will have a panel of local Bitcoiners discussing the latest happenings in Bitcoin. This type of talk is intended to have a lot of…
This month we are excited to have a guest speaker giving a presentation called **The Beautiful Simplicity of Bitcoin**: A non technical take for the every-person. SLC-BTC tries to cover a variety of bitcoin topics and this months presentation will be focusing on fundamentals of…
Why Bitcoin Only? With what seems like a Bull Run starting we are going to talk this month with a few Bitcoiners that have been around the block(pun intended). Over the years we have seen many "Bitcoin Killers" and huge amounts of hype from ICO's(we'll explain) to Dapps and…
Digital Sovereignty will be our topic of discussion this month. There has been a growing movement to take back control of your digital experience. Things like running a bitcoin node, password manager and even personal clowd data storage can now be run from simple to use home…
Bring your friends and play what we're calling "Bit Block Bingo" There will be SLC-BTC swag and other prizes for the lucky winners. Prizes will be given to those who show notable Christmas/Bitcoin spirit as well :) Itinerary: 7:00-7:30pm Meet at Curry Fried Chicken and support…
Yes this was the same topic as last month, but we were faced with extreme technical difficulties and couldn't give the presentation. So we will have reboot this month. See you there!!! **Getting Started with Nostr** Join us as we delve deep into the world of decentralized social…
**Getting Started with Nostr** Join us as we delve deep into the world of decentralized social networks with a focus on the Nostr protocol. The age of centralization is fading and the new era of social networking is more democratic, transparent, and user-centric. Dive into the…
In the 1990's some of the same cypherpunks that were working to create what would eventually become Bitcoin were waging a war to protect computer code as speech. The U.S. Government tried to ban this speech and eventually lost. Reason has a great article…
This month we will go back to fundamentals and have a presentation on Self Custody. We will cover a host of questions pertaining to Self Custody including: What is Self Custody? Why is Self Custody important? What does "Not your Keys, Not your Coins" mean? What if I don't Self…
This month we will discuss Bitcoin current events in a "BitDevs" style. We will go over current news and developments to Bitcoin as well as anything people want to discuss. Crowd involvement is highly encouraged. Bring a question or a topic you want to find our more about, or…
Paul Itoi founder of Sphinx.chat and Stakwork will join us this month to catch us up on the state of the lightning network. Paul has been a visionary in the Lightning space and has recently been exploring the role Lightning will play in the brave new world of AI. The…
This month we will be hosting a panel discussion about Bitcoin Mining. Matthew Schultz, Executive Chair/Co-Founder of [Cleanspark ](https://www.cleanspark.com/)will join us to discuss mining on a large scale and how CleanSpark approaches this complicated industry. Zack Bomsta of…
Dear Elizabeth Warren..... This month we will be watching "Follow the Money #3- Dear Elizabeth Warren" This is a documentary by Peter McCormack exploring the much misunderstood Bitcoin mining industry. We will be watching on the big screen so get some free popcorn and bring a…
This month we will be having a talk about "Coin Control" and how the Bitcoin in your wallet looks under the hood. This topic applies to anyone who has bitcoin or is interested in the basics of how it works! We will be using live Mobile examples that you can follow along with on…
We are super excited by the steady growth of the Meetup and are looking forward to trying a new format! The idea will be to go over beginner Bitcoin topics in the first block(pun intended) then have a break where people can step out and continue the conversation in the bar while…
Meet at Curry Fried Chicken(accepts Bitcoin) for a quick bite and then walk to Brewvies to talk Bitcoin, shoot pool and unwind. This is a casual meetup meant for networking, discussion and having some fun. If its your first time, members will be sure to send you some free sats…
We have moved locations!! We are super excited to be hosting the meetup at [Brewvies](https://brewvies.com/). This month we are going to discuss the fundamentals of Bitcoin by reviewing a recent [twitter thread](https://twitter.com/FinneJay/status/1623316361412853761) which…
Meet at Brewvies to talk about Bitcoin, shoot pool and unwind. This is a casual meetup meant for networking, discussion and having some fun. If its your first time members will be sure to send you some free sats (the smallest unit of a bitcoin)! This is also a good place for…
This month we are going to be diving into safely backing up your Bitcoin. 12-24 word [seed phrase](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cc7faLQ3Chk)s are the standard for backing up your bitcoin wallet. We will talk about various strategies for protecting and safely storing these all…
Our December Meetup will focus on Giving with Bitcoin, and how Bitcoin is a tool for building a better world. We will highlight a number of charities that are using bitcoin to help under privileged and oppressed people around the world. We will be giving away…
We are doing Bitcoin Q&A this month! Please come with a question to ask the panel. It can be anything relating to bitcoin, no questions are too basic or too advanced(we'll try our best). [Bitrefill ](https://www.bitrefill.com/buy)will be sponsoring the drinks and some pizza! So…
This month we are going explore bitcoin nodes. What is a Bitcoin Node? What does a node do? Should I run a "Bitcoin Full Node"? What benefits are gained through running a node? This discussion like all of our discussions will be accessible to beginners and experts alike. Super…
Why should I spend my Bitcoin? Where can I spend my Bitcoin? Which wallets work best? How can I accept Bitcoin at my business? Join us in a discussion about using Bitcoin Every Day and how you can help create a Bitcoin circular economy. Azte.co Bitcoin Vouchers will be for sale…
We are excited to announce that we will be putting on a Live Action(bitcoin) Role Play. If this sounds super nerdy at least hear me out! [Bitrefill…
Privacy is a complicated topic in general and its no different with Bitcoin. Some questions we will try and answer: What tradeoffs has bitcoin made in regard to privacy? What tools are currently available to increase Bitcoin Privacy? What might the future of Bitcoin privacy look…
We will be discussing new developments to Lightning and the Bitcoin ecosystem on a monthly basis. Please note that this event aims at a technical audience. A general expectation is that people are somewhat familiar with the design, security, and specification of Bitcoin.…
The Lightning Network not only allows for faster and cheaper bitcoin payments, it also is rapidly evolving into a platform that may be used to move Stable Coins and NFT's and even browse the internet. What are the limits of the Lightning Network? What effect will these changes…
This Meetup is intended for those who are convinced about Bitcoin, but want help learning the ins and outs of practical usage. If you are interested in the "why" of bitcoin, please attend our regular meetups on the first Thursday of each month. At this event, we will focus on…
Where did Bitcoin come from? Who controls it? Is Bitcoin still changing? What is a "Hard Fork"? This Meetup we will dig into the history of Bitcoin, from the White Paper to The Fork Wars to Taproot and what lies ahead for the worlds best money. This will be for Bitcoiners of all…
Bitcoin mining is one of the most asked about and least understood aspects of Bitcoin. There is a huge amount to cover but we will focus on the following. What is Bitcoin mining? Why is mining necessary? Who "mines" Bitcoin? Demystifying Bitcoin's energy use. Refreshments…
This MeetUp we will focus on how Bitcoin can and is being used to fund protests around the world. Bitcoin knows no borders, requires no permission, and can't be stopped or frozen. It's not just Dictatorships and developing countries that will freeze your bank account anymore.…
Welcome to the Lightning Network! Paul Itoi founder of sphinx.chat and stakwork.com will be talking about all things Lightning Network. We look forward to onboarding all attendees to a lightning wallet of their choosing. Refreshments courtesy of Sphinx.chat and Stakwork!
"Proof of Keys Day" is a minor Bitcoin holiday celabrating the mining of the Genesis Block and serves as a reminder to hold you own key and be your own bank. This will be a low key hands on demo of various methods of storing your Bitcoin. Bring a laptop and try out some a…
Bitcoin Trivia Night!! Come join us for a night of questions and answers. We will have questions covering all aspects of Bitcoin, and Bitcoin culture. If you don't know anything about Bitcoin come and change that! There will be prizes for the winning teams!
This will be our first meetup!! We are going to be talking about the importance of "holding your own keys" and how to do it. We will show you a few ways to send and receive Bitcoin. And discuss different ways to store your Bitcoin off exchange. If you already know all of this,…