By Eleni P. Austin
“I’m not black or white or grey, I’m not he or she or they, I’m not gay or bi or straight, I’m just me and maybe that’s another thing to say.” That’s Ani DiFranco flouting convention and defying categorization (basically business as usual), on “The Thing At Hand,” a track off her latest album, Unprecedented Shit....
By Eleni P. Austin
Rick Shelley hails from Walla, Walla Washington, but he’s been part of the Desert Rock landscape since the mid ‘80s. He first made his bones as frontman for the gritty Glam Metal/Punk band, RagTag, which included gifted guitarist James Danielson, drummer Eric Turner and bassist Nick Oliveri. Then on vocals and rhythm guitar for Blues Rock...
Bad Boys: Ride or Die (1h 55m – R) Action, Adventure, Comedy
Starring Will Smith and Martin Lawrence.
This summer, the world's favorite Bad Boys are back with their iconic mix of edge-of-your seat action and outrageous comedy but this time with a twist: Miami's finest are now on the run.
EXPERIENCE BAD BOYS: RIDE OR DIE IN OUR NEW 270-DEGREE SCREENX...
By Rick Riozza
Am I going to break the hearts of some Sancerre lovers or what! I can hear it already: “Say it’s not true Rick—don’t give up on Sancerre! Say it’s not true!”
Well—let me start first with the fact that as your friendly neighborhood sommelier at the Palm Springs Ralphs market, we haven’t had a Sancerre wine on our...
By Janet McAfee
These brilliant dogs bravely searched for survivors on 9/11, protect our military by detecting land mines, and lovingly guard their human families. German Shepherds are my favorite breed, intelligent and loyal, majestic, and devoted. My parents adopted a German Shepherd puppy they named Boy at the time I was born, and he later saved my life. My...
By Haddon Libby
Let’s Take a Lighter Look at the News this Week
Maurizo Cattelan is an Italian visual artist. Known for his hyperrealistic sculptures and installations, many in the art world refer to him as the prankster of the art world. In one artwork, he made a solid gold toilet and titled the piece, “America”. At a recent exhibit in...
At a Palm Springs Women in Film and TV event, I overheard two women who didn’t understand the McDonald’s hot coffee case. Like most people, they assumed Stella Liebeck bought a McDonald's cup of coffee and was at fault for placing it between her legs.
The truth is that 81-year-old Stella Liebeck did spill McDonald's hot coffee on herself while...
BY STAN POPOVICH
It can be difficult for adults to take care of their families, careers, and stresses at the same time.
Many times, worry and fear can get the best of you when your overwhelmed with everything that needs to be done.
As a result, here are six work life balance tips on how to take care of your family and...
By Aimee Mosco
Have you ever wondered what your dog, cat, or horse would say to you if they could speak your language? Many of us who serve as guardians and care takers of animal companions have probably wished that our animals could talk to us in a language we understand. It would certainly make it easier to care for...
© Copyright 2024 Rob Brezsny
ARIES (March 21-April 19): What potentials should you strive to ripen as the expansive planet Jupiter glides through your astrological House of Connection, Communication, and Education in the coming months? I’ll offer my intuitions. On the downside, there may be risks of talking carelessly, forging superficial links, and learning inessential lessons. On the plus side,...
BY COACH NADIA POPOVA
The first thing that comes to mind when thinking about losing extra pounds is eating less. The good news is you don’t need to starve yourself to get slimmer. Today, I want to talk about the importance of protein in a healthy diet and ways to get enough protein more easily.
Why Does Protein Matter?
Protein is one...
BY RUTH HILL R.N.
This week Cannabis Corner (CC) will take a deep dive into the physiology of how cannabis relates to dementia treatment. Dementia is a group of progressive disorders so severe it prevents the individual from independently bathing, eating, dressing and safely ingesting their medications. Alzheimer’s (AD) is the most prevalent form of dementia. Currently there are 5.7...
By Crystal Harrell
The Coachella Valley music scene is a hub of boundless talent—fostering a supportive community of individuals seeking collaborative opportunities for the sake of their artistic craft—while creating wonderful moments of audience connection.
Local musicians Mark Wadlund and Emmelle Leyla comprise eMMELLEduo, a project they started over a year ago, with Emmelle performing vocals and Mark accompanying her on...
By Marissa Willman
Just two hours outside of the Coachella Valley, a family-friendly oceanfront oasis awaits at The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa and Mission Pacific Beach Resort in Oceanside. Capturing the essence of coastal living in Southern California, The Seabird offers a perfect blend of relaxation and recreation for families and couples alike. With its stunning views of the...
By Anna Miller
Get ready to transport back in time to the groovy era of the 1960's with Woody & The Retros®, the hippest sensation hitting the Coachella Valley music scene. This talented group of musicians is bringing the feel-good sounds of the swinging 60's to the desert, promising to take audiences on a nostalgic journey through the decade of peace,...
By Marissa Willman
Greater Palm Springs Restaurant Week is set to return from May 31 to June 9, 2024, offering ten days of culinary adventures across the desert cities. Presented by Agua Caliente Casinos, this annual event will feature over 75 top dining establishments, showcasing the best of Greater Palm Springs’ diverse and vibrant food scene.
During Greater Palm Springs Restaurant...
By Marissa Willman
Families, rejoice: The Children's Discovery Museum of the Desert (CDMoD) officially reopened its doors Memorial Day weekend after being closed for four years. With nearly 40 new exhibits designed for children ages 0 to 8, CDMoD is ready to welcome families for hands-on play and learning through exploration.
“I’m really excited to welcome our families back,” says Children’s...
By Crystal Harrell
On May 22, Mary Pickford is D’Place presented a kick-off media day event to unveil the new, ultra-premium ScreenX auditorium and showcase a special presentation of Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga in ScreenX.
ScreenX is the world’s first multi-projection theatre technology—providing moviegoers with a 270-degree panoramic viewing experience by expanding the screen onto the side walls of the...
By Marissa Willman
It wasn’t lost on me that our first getaway as a family turned out to be across the street from the very same pier where my boyfriend and I had our first beach date.
Granted, the Oceanside Pier looked a little different during our visit at the end of April—a fire had broken out just days before our...
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With summer sweeping across the golden state, the temperature is not only heating up in the atmosphere, but also inside the squared circle.
EWF is coming hot off the heels of its 28th Anniversary special celebrating almost three decades of hard-hitting, non-stop pro wrestling family entertainment. Now, as we steadily encroach upon the EWF’s...
By Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna
Did you know that 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. lives with a mental health condition? Did you know 1 in 25 adults in the country lives with a serious mental illness?
Since COVID19 and given the state of the world, anxiety, depression and other mental health issues are plaguing our world.
“May is Mental Health Awareness Month,...
By Eleni P. Austin
As a kid, I was a fan of the Staple Singers long before I knew their name. Back in the halcyon days of AM radio, a block of songs could include “Song Sung Blue,” “Dance To The Music,” “Rainy Days & Mondays” “Stairway To Heaven” and “Respect Yourself,” one after the next. It didn’t really matter...
Young Woman and the Sea (1h 40m – Rated PG) Biography, Drama, Romance
Starring Daisy Ridley.
Daisy Ridley stars as the accomplished swimmer who was born to immigrant parents in New York City in 1905. Through the steadfast support of her older sister and supportive trainers, she overcame adversity and the animosity of a patriarchal society to rise through the ranks...
By Rick Riozza
To the surprise of many, we’ve heard that referring to a wine as “super-duper” dates back all the way to Shakespearean times! There’s an account of Billy Shakespeare tasting a Port wine and commenting, “Man!—that is one super-duper wine!”
Some have questioned that account as a bit dubious since Shakespeare was a pure ale drinker, and, Shakespeare’s mom...
By Janet McAfee
What would happen to your pets in the event of an earthquake, a hurricane, fire, or a flood? In California, our greatest concern is the possibility of an earthquake. Experts predict massive traffic jams on the 10 freeway in the aftermath of an earthquake in the Coachella Valley. In last year’s blazing hot 2023 summer, fires in local...
By Haddon Libby
Facty Health, an online health and wellness website ranked the worst cities in the United States to live in over the next 30 years. Facty considered things like poverty, crime, costs to live, cultural amenities, climate change and other factors when determining the worst places to live.
Memphis, Tennessee ranked as the worst city in the United States...
Memorial Day ‘24, the summer kickoff when Americans are mandated under Federal law, to gather friends, BBQ Hot Dogs and drink lots of beer. Then they drive home under the influence …resulting in serious accidents and DUI’s.
Bill Walton who died of cancer this memorial day weekend, wasn’t the only death. The Desert Sun reported many fatal accidents this weekend...
BY STAN POPOVICH
A person can experience a panic attack when they least expect it. This can cause a great deal of fear and anxiety for the person.
Many people do not know what they should do when dealing with a panic attack.
As a result, here are eight easy steps a person can follow when a panic attack strikes unexpectedly.
Take...
BY MICHELLE BORTHWICK
Keto has become a very popular diet and lifestyle and is still a healthy way to lose weight quicky. However, I frequently get these questions:
Will I like the food and be satisfied?
What food will I eat on Keto?
How do I know I’m doing it right?
Even though Keto is a common household word …there is...
© Copyright 2024 Rob Brezsny
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Welcome to the future of your education, Aries! Here are actions you can take to ensure you are exposed to all the lush lessons you need and deserve in the coming months. 1. Identify three subjects you would be excited to learn more about. 2. Shed dogmas and fixed theories that...
BY COACH NADIA POPOVA
Fitness and natural bodybuilding have always been my passions since I moved to the U.S. And now, after a brief pause, I am competing again - now as a Wellness Athlete. You know me as a personal trainer and the founder of the Send Me a Trainer team in Coachella Valley. But I am also a...
BY RUTH HILL R.N.
Question: “Are programs about addiction protecting the youth of the nation from the dangers of drugs or protecting the pharmaceutical companies that manufacture synthetic cannabis products? Cannabis Corner (CC) will examine the drug programs in elementary schools.
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) report, prepared by the RAND Corporation, for the U.S. Department of...
By Crystal Harrell
After a very successful first run in September of last year, the Palm Springs Card Show is making a return for its second year at the Palm Springs Convention Center on June 1st and 2nd.
This family-friendly event will feature a wide assortment of sports cards, sports memorabilia, autographs, Pokemon, trading card games, Funko, comics, collectibles, and much...
BY NOE GUTIERREZ / PHOTOS BY AARON PEREZ
Approximately two months after her remarkable and jaw-dropping performance of the Billie Eilish tear-jerker, What Was I Made For? Abi Carter is the American Idol 2024! To the world, she kinda came out of nowhere endearing the hearts and captivating the ears and eyes of everyone who listened. To her family, friends...
Comedic sensation and “loveable loser” Felipe Esparza is bringing his “At My Leisure” world tour to the Special Events Center at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024. Tickets for the 8 p.m. show start at $39 and are on sale now at the Fantasy Springs Box Office, via phone (800) 827-2946 and online at FantasySpringsResort.com.
Fresh off the...
The Palm Springs International ShortFest unveiled its 2024 poster ahead of the upcoming event taking place June 18-24, 2024. Collaborating once again with renowned American artist and Palm Springs resident, Shag, this year's distinctive and varied perspective design celebrates the ShortFest’s 30th-anniversary and the singular beauty of the Coachella Valley. ShortFest passes for the 2024 event are currently available at www.psfilmfest.org/shortfest-2024.
Shag, known for...
By Eleni P. Austin
There’s a melancholy catch in Kim Richey’s voice -even when she’s singing a happy song, that pulls you in and holds you close. For nearly three decades, she has been one of Nashville’s best kept secrets. The musical cognoscenti recognized her gifts rather quickly. Her prodigious talent was on full display with her 1995 debut. But...
Signature Celluloid invites you to start Pride Month with a spectacular night of film and fun at the Palm Springs Cultural Center's Historic Camelot Theatre. Get ready for a vibrant and vivacious viewing of THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW, featuring electrifying performances by The Coachella Valley Shadow Cast!
Date & Time:
When: Saturday, June 1
Cocktails: Starting at 8:00 PM
Pre-show and...
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Vitamins are essential for life. It should be common knowledge by now, and not to sound redundant, but in summary, vitamins are found in foods, supplements, and even the sun’s rays cause a reaction on our skin which causes the body to release the hormone vitamin D.
The world is jam-packed full with activity and...
May 23 -- Rock With "The Dreamboats"
Palm Desert's Civic Center Park Amphitheater will be filled with music and fun on Thursday night, May 23, as Palm Desert’s free Concerts in the Park series continues for week 4.
The May 23 concert will take everyone on a trip back in time to the beginnings of rock and roll with "The Dreamboats." This internationally popular group...
BY FIRE CHIEF SAM DIGIOVANNA
From the Desert to the Sea, many communities are seeing wind gusts that are causing problems and concern. Fire danger is not the only hazard we have to concern ourselves with during high winds reminds Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna. Strong winds can cause considerable damage on their own, even without fires. Please follow the below safety tips:
Wind...
By Madeline Zuckerman
Mama’s House decided this season to host a two-day fundraising event for its highly-acclaimed 3rd Annual Charity Golf Classic & Dinner Show at Indian Wells Country Club. There was certainly something for everyone who participated in a fun day of golf on the renowned Cove Course, and then returned the next evening to experience the not-to-be-missed Dinner...
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (2h 28m – R) Action
Starring Anya Taylor-Joy and Chris Hemsworth.
As the world fell, young Furiosa is snatched from the Green Place of Many Mothers and falls into the hands of a great Biker Horde led by the Warlord Dementus. Sweeping through the Wasteland, they come across the Citadel presided over by The Immortan Joe....
By Rick Riozza
Besides being your beloved Vino Voice here at the CV Weekly, I am also a freelance contributing writer to the nationally published Tasting Panel Magazine. Indeed, in my first article for the publication, I reviewed Palm Springs’ Zin American Bistro and wrote about its owner Mindy Reed. And I did an article on Joannes Bacher, Owner and...
By Janet McAfee
Spaying or neutering your cat and dog is a wonderful gift you can provide your pet, your family, and your community. These minor surgical procedures not only prevent medical and behavioral problems in your pet, but they also help save the lives of homeless animals that languish in shelters and roam our neighborhoods as strays. In 2024,...
By Haddon Libby
Only one in three Americans have a will or living trust. Of the two-thirds without these documents, 43% say that procrastination is the reason. Forty percent say that they do not have enough assets for a plan to matter with the rest saying it is too expensive or they do not know how.
If you have a child,...
I am asked this question many times a week. Of course, a lawyer needs to know when and where this all took place to be sure the Statute of Limitations and Venue are protected. An attorney needs to know if this is a local case or out of state or county matter. I always tell callers they are better...
BY STAN POPOVICH
Many people who struggle with depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues sometimes have a difficult time taking care of their pets.
As a result, here are six ways on how to take care of your pets while you deal with your mental health issues.
Do what is most important: It is important that you take care of...
By Aimee Mosco
Your inner spirit is the all-knowing part of you that can see what unfolds in your life from the highest possible perspective. In fact, this higher aspect of you is responsible for coordinating the significant events, relationships, milestones, lessons, highs, and lows of your life. None of these things materialize by accident. They are always a product...
© Copyright 2024 Rob Brezsny
ARIES (March 21-April 19): In the coming weeks, you will experience uncomfortable weirdness if you do the following: 1. Meander without focus or purpose; 2. give yourself permission to postpone, procrastinate, and engage in avoidance behavior; 3. ignore the interesting though challenging truths that are right in front of you; 4. hang out with people...
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