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The Ghostlight Project – Theaters Creating Brave Spaces
By Dee Jae Cox
Theater has reflected the attitude and perspectives of cultures across the world and across the centuries. It is the keeper of...
POETIC DRIVER
By Robin E. Simmons
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PATERSON
I loved this beautiful, satisfying and touching film. It’s easily one of writer/director Jim Jarmusch's most accomplished, if not his...
Unborn Secrets
By Heidi Simmons
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Nutshell
by Ian McEwan
Fiction
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Human procreation is a miracle. When it comes to awareness, there is still so much we don’t know about...
General Leia Organa (19 BBY – 41 ABY)
We have the power to make tomorrow our world, for our neighbor and for ourselves. For what We want. Go straight ahead with what...
Strains, Strains, Strains And More Strains
By BIG ED the Budtender
C.C. RELEAF’S Lead Budtender
Have you ever wondered what the big deal is with all the different names and types of...
More Rain Headed Our Way!
More needed rain is forecasted, but some storms may cause serious and dangerous problems. Here are a few tips for preparing for storms, and...
Orange is the New Black
By Haddon Libby
With the transition of power from Barack Obama to Donald Trump, there is a mix of euphoria and catatonic astonishment amongst Americans. ...
Holiday 2016 Con Victim?
By Dale Gribow
If you were in town during December 2016, you noticed there were more articles in both the Desert Sun and local TV...
CV Background Screening & Drug Testing
One of the fastest growing business services in the U.S. is background, drug and aptitude/integrity screening. CV Background Screening & Drug Testing has just...
Empire Polo Club to Dedicate Sunday Polo Field In Honor of...
General Patton was an avid polo player and experienced equestrian
Emcee: Sylvester Stallone
Guest Speaker: Helen Patton – Honorary Chair of the General Patton Museum
On Sunday,...
Sports Gambling in California Around The Corner?
By Flint Wheeler
With Trump It’s A Strong Possibility.
Legalized sports betting might expand over the next four years as President-elect assumes the White House and...
“Can you find anyone worth while over the Internet?”
By Jenny Wallis
Dear Jenny,
I have been dating, well, it seems like forever! I have been actively dating for over seven years. I just cannot...
FREE WILL ASTROLOGY
Week of January 19
© Copyright 2017 Rob Brezsny
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Are you more attracted to honing group dynamics or liberating group dynamics? Do...
Why Everyone Should Have A Pet
By Doug Morin
Executive Director of CV Volunteers In Medicine
The UCLA Health People Animal Connection (PAC) Program has found that owning a pet can benefit...
Have You Tried Counting Sheep?
By Dr. Peter Kadile
Dear Dr. Kadile, my friend takes melatonin to help her sleep. Does it really work? - Lyn, La Q uinta
Lyn, melatonin is...
When is Enough Enough?
By Sunny Simon
One of my favorite clients came to me with a problem many of us share. In her quest for producing a stellar...
Diamond Anniversary of the DESERT WOMAN’S SHOW
The Desert Woman's Show is celebrating its fabulous diamond anniversary on January 14 & 15 at Agua Caliente Casino, Resort & Spa and promises...
THE EL GATO CLASSIC LEGENDS WEEKEND RETURNS TO PALM SPRINGS January...
The popular music, art, and skateboarding event plans even more exciting surprises for fans.
The El Gato Classic Legends Weekend returns to Palm Springs for...
El Gato Classic: Eddie “El Gato” Elguera
By Gilbert Ward Kane
CV Weekly: You are a legend and innovator in vert. What got you into skating?
Eddie "El Gato" Elguera: "I started back...
El Gato Classic – Lance Mountain
By Gilbert Ward Kane
Coachella Valley Weekly: What was it about skateboarding that interested you?
Lance Mountain: I was about 10, so you're trying to find...
El Gato Classic – Steve Caballero
By Gilbert Ward Kane
Coachella Valley Weekly: What got you interested in skating?
Steve Caballero: "Probably the fact that it was pretty popular in the mid-1970s. ...
Q&A WITH PSIFF ARTISTIC DIRECTOR Michael Lerman
By Heidi Simmons
The Palm Springs International Film Festival is at full-speed with screenings throughout the day at six venues. Filmmakers from around the world...
LGBTQ at PSIFF
By Heidi Simmons
The Palm Springs International Film Festival consistently presents and celebrates a line-up of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer films. Over the...
Sand Storm Lacrosse Festival Set to Host 330 Teams
Record Setting 9th Annual Tournament attracts 18,000+ to Valley
Synapse Sports has announced the ninth annual Sand Storm Lacrosse Festival, being held Jan. 16-17,...
CV Music Showcase – Round 3
Rap/Hip Hop Night
By Tracy Dietlin
It was another great night at The Hood this past Sunday when the CV Music Showcase had four rap/hip hop...
The BrosQuitos
By Noe Gutierrez
The BrosQuitos are the All-American band that we can all be proud of. Four young men who have developed an indie/pop sound...
THE FOUR TOPS
This Saturday, January 15, 2017 at Fantasy Springs Casino Special Events Center, two of the best Motown groups to come out of Detroit will...
Get ready for the “Tony Orlando Experience” at Spotlight 29
By Lola Rossi
With over 55 years in the entertainment business, superstar Tony Orlando takes the stage at 8 p.m. this Saturday, January 14, 2017,...
HOPE SANDOVAL & THE WARM INVENTIONS “Until The Hunter” (Tendril Tales...
By Eleni P. Austin
Hope Sandoval never seems to be in a hurry. That works within the confines of her music, which can be languid,...
Michael Paulo
By Patte Purcell
I had a great interview with one of the most successful jazz promoters/musicians in the desert and also one of the nicest,...
CV Open Mic Competition: The Semi Finals
By Morgan James
The Semi Finals of The CV Open Mic Competition at The Block Sports Bar & Grill in Cathedral City brought well over...
Improv Comedy Series Returns to Fantasy Springs Casino
By Craig Michaels
Whether you chuckle, snort or giggle, life is better when you’re laughing! Grab some friends or make it the perfect date night...
Kevin Nierman and the Complexity of Simple
By Angela Romeo
The beauty of simplicity lies in its complexities. Such is the case with Artist Kevin Nierman’s work, Vertimo.
Vertimo, a named derived from...
JULIE KENDALL, FOSTER MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE
By Janet McAfee
Bennett was never allowed inside a house before, and I shudder to think how he suffered through the scorching Coachella Valley summer. ...
The World’s Best Wines?
By Rick Riozza
Each year since 1988, Wine Spectator has released its Top 100 list, where their editors select the most exciting wines from the...
TASTE OF LA QUINTA RETURNS TO OLD TOWN
Popular Event Has Become One Of The Largest Taste Events In The Valley
The Annual Taste of La Quinta will again return to Old Town...
DO THE MATH
By Robin E. Simmons
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Last week at the PSIFF someone asked me, “Do movies matter?” I said, “Yes, absolutely. We need stories to understand...
A MAN OF SPIRIT: Huston Smith 1919 – 2016
By Heidi Simmons
So much of the world’s most serious troubles are centered around differing religious beliefs. Unfortunately, there are religious extremists and fanatics in...
Flu Season and Fire Season
Though fire season is pretty much over, during this time of year we remind families the importance to change their smoke detector batteries, advise...
Retail Struggles
By Haddon Libby
The Limited is closing all of its stores, while Macy’s is cutting more than 100 of their 700 stores in a move...
WHEN I CAN’T ACCEPT AN ACCIDENT CASE I WANT TO CRY
By Dale Gribow
Contrary to popular opinion, many lawyers do have a heart. I truly feel like crying every time I reject a victim's case...
Happy New Year!
By Bruce Cathcart
Happy New Year! For many the New Year is an opportunity for a whole new start… out with the old and in...
Las Vegas Raiders Becoming more and more a reality…
By Flint Wheeler
With the recent approval of $750 million in public money for a new football stadium in Las Vegas, Mark Davis, the owner...
Make a New Year’s Evolution!
By Maureen Forman
As we embrace a new year, many of us pledge to be a nicer person, to be kinder, less negative, more compassionate....
Desert AIDS Project Receives $15,000 from The Elizabeth Taylor Aids Foundation in...
Desert AIDS Project (D.A.P.) has been awarded a grant for $15,000 from The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation (ETAF) in partnership with Macy’s. The grant...
JASON DUFNER HEADLINES CAREERBUILDER KICK-OFF EVENT
CareerBuilder Defending Champion To Speak At Chamber Event
Jason Dufner, in addition to defending his CareerBuilder Challenge title this year, will also be interacting with...
FREE WILL ASTROLOGY
Week of January 12
© Copyright 2016, 2017 Rob Brezsny
ARIES (March 21-April 19): In Norse mythology, Yggdrasil is a huge holy tree that links all...
Evolving Goals
By Bronwyn Ison
The onset of a New Year generally encourages people to set resolutions. Some may prefer to reference these as goals or aspirations....
What the heck is a “Mommy Makeover”?
By Dr. Maria Lombardo
Women often complain that their bodies change after having children. After pregnancy and breast feeding, the breast and belly often have...
A Wise Investment
By Sunny Simon
While terminating a recent phone call I experienced a warm and fuzzy feeling. I just completed a resume for a new client....
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