_{By Michael Luce}

May 26, 2024. An announcement went out that shook the Provo underground: ThriftRx, the community- and sustainability-focused thrift shop in downtown Provo, would no longer be able to host live music as they had done for the previous two years. Petitions were organized and community members rallied around the space, but the verdict was final: No more music.

However, 2025 has brought a new chapter: a new location, and with that new location, music once again ringing out from ThriftRx.

How? Well, the thrift shop recently relocated a few doors down to 56 W on Center Street in Provo. While the new spot doesn’t have quite the same lived-in and long-loved feel of the original yet, owner Quincy Anne is confident that will come — especially with some renovations to the shop that will capture the essence of the former space.

But renovations aren’t easy or cheap to do, and that’s where Zack Halisky (aka HASLISKI) and Jon Jon Chen come into the picture. Seeing the new ThriftRx storefront got their wheels turning on how they could contribute to the new location’s success. “When JonJon and I checked out the new spot we were immediately fascinated with the space and potential,” said Zack, commenting on the nostalgia it stirred for past ThriftRx shows. “We figured it was time to bring that energy back in the form of a fundraiser in order to help with much needed renovations.”

So, the pair teamed up with Quincy and Jackie Solis (aka JACKSDGAF) to plan the FundRaver: A night of music, fun, and fundraising, with the entry fee being a donation for the store. “Quincy has built something really special — ThriftRx has become such a key part of Provo culture. For me, this event was about celebrating that,” said Jon Jon.

And celebrate they did. Artists from Utah and beyond played at the May 30 event, including Colindross, Seine, Danbanbam, turntabletyson, AUXO., and gexex, plus Jackie, Zack, and Jon Jon themselves. “It felt like a really strong reunion — and a revival of what the music scene here has been,” Jon Jon continued.

“The night had an incredible energy and high attendance from start to finish!” recalled Zack. “The community really showed out for ThriftRx and clothing donations were getting impossible to stack by the end of the night.”

“It took me over a week to get through all the donations,” Quincy gushed, expressing her gratitude. “We had a really good turnout!”

Later in June, ThriftRx also hosted an “Others and Allies” open mic night. Quincy once again credited the success to the community-building efforts of the open mic organizer, Amber Jay. “I love that her audience was very much a community. … It’s like a whole family around here. Which I love! I love to see that.”

While there aren’t immediate plans for the next event, Quincy is excited for what the future holds after the renovations. “Right now I don’t have a precise timeline of when the venue will be up and running,” she said. “But the plan is to do more shows, to expand ThriftRx and our operations to open it back up to be a community space in some sort of capacity. Whether that’s music, whether that’s art, whether that’s other vendors, or open mics.”

Quincy wants the new ThriftRx to be a place where all can feel welcome, much like the original location was. And for her, a big part of that is making it a space where art can flourish. “I’m a lover of art and the support of the arts. So, whatever comes my way I want to have a place for it.”

At its heart, ThriftRx and any events are about being a place for growth and building a better future. “It’s a space where people can show up as they are — whether that means trying out a new sound or just being part of a safe space. That combination of music, sustainability, and safety is rare here, and it’s something worth preserving and growing,” said Jon Jon.

Zack added, “I think music and environmentalism go hand-in-hand. So much music we enjoy is inspired by the landscapes around us, especially right here in Utah! Even something as simple as sustainable shopping helps keep clothes out of landfills and less demand from fast-fashion corporations.”

For Quincy, the opportunities are limitless. Letting herself daydream a bit, she laughed, “Personally I would love to see a jazz club in Utah and on Center Street.” (If anyone out there is looking for a space to host a jazz night, you might be in luck!)

You can support ThriftRx’s mission for sustainability and community building in a simple way: “Donations, donations, donations! Bring clothes by; bring physical media; anything! Anything and everything, and if you’re not sure you can message us,” said Quincy.

Be sure to check out the new ThriftRx at 56 W on Center Street, Provo and be sure to follow the shop on Instagram for updates! In the meantime, check out “Per Sua Sive” from HALISKI off RavePal, Vol. 3.