WEDNESDAY FEBUARY 15TH, 2017
By Robyn Tanzer
Palm Springs Vinyl Records and Collectibles and Demonic Pinfestation have teamed up to present MOVIE MACABRE, a once at month FREE movie night showcasing horror and cult classic pictures in vintage 16mm film format at Bart Lounge located at 67555 E. Palm Canyon Drive. The second film presentation featuring William Friedkin’s “The Exorcist” is...
March 24th, 2017
Emmy Award-winner, Saturday Night Live alumni, and celebrated funny man Dana Carvey has been a part of the fabric of American comedy since the mid-80’s and now he’s set to have audiences roaring with laughter at The Special Events Center at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino on Friday, March 24th.
Dana Carvey rose to fame during a six-year stint...
By Avery Wood
The second annual Comic Con Palm Springs has been announced and will be occurring August 25-27, 2017 and according to creator Christopher Spellman, it is going to be bigger and better than last year’s already impressive event.
After the success of the last year’s event, with 15,000 people in attendance according to the website, this year will...
Includes Popular Auction of Prizes Created by “Cabana Boys”
GirlFriend Factor, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to helping women reach their potential and achieve their goals through higher education and occupational training, will hold its annual “Club Cabana: Unleashed & Uncorked!” from 6 to 10 p.m. on February 17, at Toscana Country Club in Indian Wells.
The tropical event celebrates...
June 9-11 and August 11-13
Three Poolside Stages at the Renaissance, Riviera, and Saguaro Hotels
After Hours Returns to the Palm Springs Air Museum
Splash House returns to Palm Springs for its fifth year, June 9-11 and August 11-13. The 2017 season will be held at the familiar grounds of the Saguaro and Riviera hotels, while also welcoming the Renaissance Palm...
Saturday, Feb. 18, Palm Desert Civic Center Park
By Pamela Bieri
National recording artist/saxophonist Will Donato will perform at The Walk to End Alzheimer’s Coachella Valley 2017 on Saturday, Feb. 18, at the Palm Desert Civic Center Park.
Donato has performed at the Walk for the past several years as a tribute to his mother who had Alzheimer’s disease, and in...
By Eleni P. Austin
“Hey You! Don’t watch that, watch this/This is the heavy, heavy monster sound, the nuttiest sound around…”
If you came of age in the late ‘70s and early ‘80s, well, shit, you’re old. But you are probably thoroughly familiar with the lyrics quoted above and are currently repeating the rest in your head.
Undoubtedly for you, that era...
By Morgan James
Have you made it to the CV Open Mic Competition yet? If you love The Voice, American Idol, Live Music of all kinds... you will love this show! Each week contestants perform their best song for the crowd and interchanging weekly judges. The top three are awarded prizes such as restaurant gift cards from Stuft Pizza and...
By Patte Purcell
I interviewed this talented couple this morning at their home in Amsterdam over FB Messenger on my phone while they were making dinner. Naomi Adriaansz (tenor saxophone) and Tim Welvaars a jazz harmonica player are Amsterdam Connection. Their new CD (second for the duo) produced by multi-Grammy Award winning Paul Brown (he earned an impressive string of...
By Angela Romeo
Art has always enjoyed a relationship with recycling of material. To me, the art of up-cycling is intriguing. My jewelry line incorporates up-cycling by using something old or unwanted in a new way. To turn an unwanted item into something new is a challenge but the master of up-cycling is Christopher James.
Christopher has roots in the Coachella...
By Simeon Den
Bruce Kimerer moved to the California desert from New York nearly five years ago. Previously, his work focused on the landscape, portraying moody views of the Brooklyn waterfront and the rolling hills of rural upstate New York. Once here, his work changed dramatically. Gone were the misty atmospheres and soft edges replaced by a brightness and clarity,...
By Janet McAfee
Valentine’s Day is all about love, and that includes the love that we share with our 4-legged family members. One amazing Coachella Valley couple, David and Leigh Kirk, are bonded by their love of feline creatures and their commitment to saving them. They are the founders and operators of ForeverMeow cat rescue, a charity that saves the...
By Rick Riozza
Happy St. Valentine’s Day to you all!
And as you would expect, I write to you bringing some readily available rosés for the romantic quaffs you lovely ladies deserve! Cheers to you!
Of course, although I couldn’t resist the play in the above title (hey—after writing varied valentines articles with clever titles these past few years, I’m running...
By Simeon Den
There is a lost history being uncovered of the artist’s colony in the Cathedral City Cove, where in the 1930’s through the early 60’s, a small group of nationally renowned painters, musicians, and writers came to live seasonally and permanently to make art. The Agnes Pelton Society has been instrumental in uncovering that history and their upcoming...
at Indio location on February 14
by Judith Salkin
Jackalope Ranch, the popular barbecue restaurant in Indio, and The Chop House, newly relocated from Palm Springs, will share a special one-night-only menu to celebrate Valentine’s Day on Tuesday, February 14, 2017.
“We want our guests to have the opportunity to try something from both menus on this special night,” said Lee Morcus...
By Ellen Paris
Treat your sweetie to dinner at June Hill's Table on Valentine’s Day Tuesday, February 14. Chef Kevin Land has created an amazing menu to include:
FIRST COURSE (choice of)
Coachella Valley Sweet Corn & Potato Chowder Smoked Ham Hock, Herb Toasted Pumpernickel, Chive Creme Freiche
Local Winter Citrus Salad
Pomello, Cara Cara, Blood Orange, Goat Cheese, Mizuna Greens, Marcona Almonds &...
By Robin E. Simmons
BEAVIS AND BUTT-HEAD The Complete Collection
Attention fartknockers! Creator Mike Judge’s beloved slackers are back. When these two subversive nihilistic misfits first appeared on MTV more than a decade ago, critics dismissed them as brain dead couch potatoes who did nothing but watch TV and make lewd, juvenile jokes about bodily functions. Today we know for a...
By Heidi Simmons
There is something very special about a man with a great sense of humor. Add a high level of intelligence, artistic ability, kindness, generosity, and a full head of hair and you have a picture of the marvelous and talented Jack Mendelsohn.
If you grew up reading comic strips, comic books or watching cartoons, variety television or situation...
Did you know there are over 2 million heart attacks and strokes each year resulting in 800,000 deaths and even more depilating injuries?
Valentine’s Day is coming up, so besides the chocolate and flowers, consider the best gift you can give someone this year is a commitment to a healthy heart! This is a great gift to give (and receive)...
By Haddon Libby
People will spend on average $130 for Valentine’s Day with nearly one quarter of a billion roses given away. Two-thirds of all men will have given their partner’s roses while one-third of women will give their partner flowers.
Americans will spend nearly $20 billion on the Lover’s Holiday, with $4.5 billion spent on jewelry, $2 billion on flowers...
By Flint Wheeler
According to the folks at William Hill US, a popular Las Vegas sportsbook, the Patriots winning, covering and hitting the over led to a "fitting end to a terrible pro football season."
"For Nevada's largest sports book operator, William Hill, it was a fitting end to a terrible pro football season," a spokesman said during Monday Pregame.Com podcast....
By Dale Gribow
Super Bowl drinking resulted in many alcohol related accidents. However an accident does not mean the insurance company will make a fair settlement offer. You did not win the lottery because you were rear ended. Many potential clients do not understand why their case is not as valuable as their neighbors.
Follow these 12 steps and settle for...
By Maureen Forman
I have been a medical social worker for 30 years. We’re the folks that get called in to figure out how someone in the hospital is going to get follow up care after they are admitted in a crisis with no insurance. Yes, you may be able to get lung cancer or congestive heart failure diagnosed in...
By Bronwyn Ison
If you are a hopeless romantic you will be looking forward to Valentine’s Day with your sweetie. If you are single and ready to mingle, a singles Valentine’s party may be more to your sensibilities. Perhaps you’re exacting a holiday from relationships. Yet, you can’t tell me you don’t care to be loved and adored by others....
Week of February 9
© Copyright 2017 Rob Brezsny
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Your reputation is in a state of fermentation. Will this process ultimately produce the metaphorical equivalent of fine wine or else something more like pungent cheese? The answer to that question will depend on how much integrity you express as you wield your clout. Be as charismatic as...
By Sunny Simon
When you stop whining and take positive action, you start winning. It’s just that simple I thought as my client related the story of how unhappy she was in her current job. Realizing she had some venting to do I let her tell me all that was unjust about her work life. When she ran out of...
By Chris Clemens
Palm Desert kicks up its heels and swings into full gear again this February when the City presents the exciting second annual Swing N’ Hops Street Party – an outdoor extravaganza celebrating swing dance, craft beer, and live music in the heart of Palm Desert’s upscale shopping and dining district, El Paseo. Happening from 1 to 5...
By Heidi Simmons
The definition of a festival is: “a period of celebration.” With all the wonderful festivals in the Coachella Valley -- art, music, and film, the meaning is especially apropos to this year’s Rancho Mirage Writers Festival.
With a hunger and fervor, from early morning and into the night, the Fourth Annual Rancho Mirage Writers Festival captured the spirit,...
By Heidi Simmons
Out numbered by nonfiction authors, but nonetheless appreciated, RMWF fiction writers and poets brought color, humor, imagination and a hyper-reality to the weekend event.
At the same time Senator Barbara Boxer talked about her career, compassion and fearlessness in politics, the “Women in Fiction” panel discussed similar issues pertaining to the life of women writers.
Moderated by the colorful...
February is Black History Month in the City of Palm Springs and the entire community is invited to participate in a host of fun and educational events planned by the City’s Black History Month Committee.
Here is a list of FREE events coming up:
Black History Month Art Opening and Reception: “Intertwining the Fabric of Generations: The Quilt Work of Artist...
Boys & Girls Club of Palm Springs is pleased announce Palm Springs High School senior Gabriel Gustavson as its Youth of the Year.
The Youth of the Year is the Boys & Girls Club of Palm Springs’ premier way of recognizing one exceptional member for serving the Club and community, demonstrating academic success, exhibiting strong moral character and working toward...
By Craig Michaels
Mark your calendars! The first annual Priority Lighting Builders Expo and Art Fair is happening Wednesday Feb. 8, 2017 from 4-7p.m. at The Art Place in Palm Desert. This special event will kick off with a ribbon cutting by The Greater Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce at 4p.m. and feature live entertainment, building and construction exhibits, an...
CCPS all new website is live!!! www.comicconpalmsprings.com
And... Get Ready To Suit Up!
By Thomas Novak
Another Wednesday has come, and with it came another slew of new comic titles on the shelves for fans to dive into, all courtesy of their local Comic book shop! It’s a place that one would think by now should be held in a higher regard than...
SATURDAY, MARCH 25
Musicians and critics all over the world have dubbed Paul Rodgers “The Voice”. He led the bands Bad Company, Free, and The Firm all to international success in addition to creating a successful solo career. He is undeniably one of music’s most distinctive vocalists with some of rock’s greatest hits and he’s bringing his immense talents to...
By Eleni P. Austin
“There’s something about the soul of a song that you can’t control/It might want to kill you tonight it might want to be your friend, and if it’s a dream it might come true in the end.”
That’s Son Of the Velvet Rat, breaking down the mysterious art of songwriting on the track “Copper Hill” from their...
By Patte Purcell
What a buzz! Jazz at the Mansion delivered the first phenomenal 420 party of the year at a stunning contemporary mansion in Palm Springs. Presented by Atomic Budz/NestEggg we hosted a beautifully diverse crowd of desert goers. The guests lounged, viewed, sipped and supped on tastings of Alien Tequila (Silver, Reposado, and Anejo), wine tastings by Doray...
Saturday, February 18 from 5:30-8:30 pm
Meet Palm Springs Modernists Glen Wexler, Terry Masters and Craig Deman
Public Is Invited
The Palm Springs Modernists opening Artist Reception will be held during Palm Springs Modernism Week 2017 on Saturday, February 18 from 5:30-8:30 pm at Desertpainter Studio Gallery, 370 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. The public is invited to attend.
The Artist...
By Rebecca Pikus
Abstract Art is a painting or sculpture that does not depict a person, place, or thing in the natural world -- it is non-representational and non-literal. It is a symbolic reality, as depicted in such mediums as ancient rock paintings, and textile & pottery designs. In abstract art the colors provoke strong emotions. Brushstrokes, texture, scale, musical...
By Chris Clemens
Recognized for showcasing museum-grade art and never-before-seen artworks, Heather James Fine Art is celebrating its 20th anniversary. The gallery offers a rare look into art history’s past and present featuring a wide breadth of genres including Impressionist, Modern, Post-War, Contemporary, American, Latin American, and Old Master art. This month they debut three exciting new exhibitions including an Andrew Wyeth...
By Angela Romeo
Artists take may forms but it is substance over form that is key. Vern Chamness was born and raised in southern Illinois. His demeanor resembles that of gentleman, a breath of fresh air in a time when manners and respect are lost to vitriolic diatribes. But Vern’s work is far from gentille. His work takes on an...
By Janet McAfee
You might see these lovely feline creatures sunning themselves in vacant fields or spot groups of them scurrying through restaurant parking lots. They might include mother cats with adorable kittens, wide eyed and frightened at the sight of humans. They are the feral cats, also known as “community cats” living without human custodians, but carving out a...
By Rick Riozza
Ciao! Tutti! Greetings everyone! Last time we covered with a broad brush, the red comforting wines of winter. And as fast as the wintertime season here in the desert treks, it may well behoove us to get our bellies full with some new and diverse red wines that are produced around the world.
Let me tell you right...
Culinary Offerings (The Grove Artisan Kitchen, for reservations call 760-341-7200)
4-Course Prix Fixe Menu at The Grove Artisan Kitchen. This mouthwatering 4-course menu starts with an aphrodisiac amuse-bouche and continues with artisan farm-to-fork dishes such as Lobster Bisque with Vanilla Foam, Arugula Parmesan Crusted Lamb, and an over-the-top Strawberry Macaroon all prepared by Executive Chef Paul Hancock . Starts at...
By Robin E, Simmons
Not all these terrific films are playing locally, but keep an eye out for them at your neighborhood art theater and various streaming sites. Several of these titles were big hits art our just completed Palm Springs International Film Festival. If you missed them, keep looking. It’s worth the search and I promise you will not...
By Dee Jae Cox
283 performances on Broadway and 7 Tony Award nominations should be enough to indicate that a stage play/musical is pretty good. But this show went beyond expectation. “Baby, the musical,” with book by Sybille Pearson, music by David Shire and lyrics by Richard Maltby Jr, currently in production at the Coachella Valley Repertory in Rancho Mirage,...
As you prepare for Super bowl festivities make sure to be a good sport and keep your ‘Safety’ front and center at all times says Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna.
Are you hosting the game in your Home Field? Be a good Quarterback and avoid a false start with unhealthy foods. Keep the ‘tight end’ looking just that ‘tight’ by adding...
By Haddon Libby
Only one week after the inauguration of Donald J. Trump as the 45th President of the United States, we say goodbye to the Year of the Monkey and ‘select’ Muslim immigrations to the United States and hello to the Year of the Cock.
Why am I mentioning the ‘select’ Muslim Ban and the Chinese New Year together? I...
By Dale Gribow
"HOW IS MY ACCIDENT CASE GOING?"
This is often asked at the beginning of the case and before or while the victim is still treating. Upon signing a new accident case I give each new client my "OVERVIEW OF AN ACCIDENT CASE" that I wrote for several multipart legal columns. I explain that we initially make contact with...
BIG ED the Budtender
C.C. RELEAF’S Lead Budtender
One of the things that you will hear about once you start to study Marijuana is Terpenes or Terps.
Terpenes are a group of fragrant essential oils – secreted alongside cannabinoids like THC and CBD – that contribute to the complex aroma of cannabis. They are also generally responsible for many of the distinguishing...
By Flint Wheeler
The thing that makes the Super Bowl so entertaining for sports bettors is also what makes it soprofitable for sports books.
Gamblers love proposition wagers because they provide hundreds, if not thousands, of ways to bet on the biggest game of the year. Bookmakers love proposition wagers because many of them have a high hold percentage to increase...
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