Explains How a Horse named Freddie Mercury Inspired her Incredible Musical Journey Ahead of her Concert at Fantasy Springs on March 15
In a recent interview from her home in Nashville, Grammy Award-winning British soul singer Joss Stone shared one of the reasons she decided to bring her incredible talent into the spotlight when she was just 13 years old,...
By Eleni P. Austin
MAD.KAT gallerist Kim A. Tolman has been painting since her teens, in her native Germany. After moving to Cologne, she began exhibiting her paintings, she also started a career in opera and theatre set design. After relocating to San Francisco, her scenic design career shifted into high gear, creating sets for over 200 sets in a...
Colin James returns to the Big Rock Pub, Saturday March 16th. Back in the ‘80s, the Saskatchewan native, along with Robert Cray and Stevie Ray Vaughan were a trio of young guitar-slingers that effectively reintroduced the Blues to a young audience, weened on Album-Oriented Rock (AOR).
Colin’s debut arrived in 1988 and over the years he has shared stages and...
Attend the tale of Sweeney Todd, an unjustly exiled barber, formerly known as Benjamin Barker, who returns to nineteenth century London, seeking revenge against the judge who framed him many years ago. Renaming himself Sweeney Todd, the now-mad man vows revenge against all who wronged him, applying his razor to unlucky customers and shuttling the bodies down to Mrs. Lovett’s...
ARTICLE & PHOTOS BY LYNNE TUCKER
Buddy Greco Jr. has been playing music for many years. He started playing the drums at the age of 3 and got his first Ludwig kit at the age of 6, he started playing the guitar at the age of 10 and the bass at the age of 11. He also started writing songs...
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It’s not every day that we hear stories of small businesses expanding at exponential rates. However, one small business in Southern California is doing just that and thriving. It is, however, every day that we see sunshine in Southern California, and this natural energy is what supports one of the Golden State’s greatest exports...
By Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna
"Good friends are like four-leaf clovers, hard to find and lucky to have." — Irish Proverb
Avoid the Paddy Wagon and meet new friends this St. Patrick’s Day weekend by staying at the beautiful Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa and enjoy the music of the Smooth Jazz Allstars featuring Guitarist Paul Brown, Bass man Brian...
The Rock Yard concert series at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino returns to the famed outdoor stage for the 2024 season with an incredible line-up of the country’s best tribute acts and premiere cover bands.
The FREE concert series kicks off on Friday, March 8 with Billy Idol tribute band, Generation Idol and cover band The Brobots opening the show with...
By Eleni P. Austin
Adrian Sutherland has just released his second solo album. But it feels as though his music has been around forever. Growing up in Attawapiskat, First Nation on James Bay, Ontario Canada, he took his musical cues from Tom Petty, The Tragically Hip, Coldplay, Bryan Adams, and Neil Young, but also drew inspiration from his life, his...
By Madeline Zuckerman
With a record crowd of over 325 loyal supporters, Desert Arc hosted its Sixth Annual Champions Of Change Recognition Awards Luncheon, which honors local individuals and companies in our Valley who champion Desert Arc’s mission. Held in the grand ballroom of Agua Caliente Resort Casino & Spa in Rancho Mirage, the luncheon raised a record $100,000 to...
Kung Fu Panda 4 (1h 34m – Rated PG) Action, Animation, Comedy
Starring Dustin Hoffman, Jack Black, Bryan Cranston, Viola Davis, David Cross, Angelina Jolie, Jackie Chan, Lucy Liu, Ian McShane, James Hong, Ke Huy Quan and Awkwafina.
After three death-defying adventures defeating world-class villains with his unmatched courage and mad martial arts skills, Po, the Dragon Warrior, is called upon...
By Rick Riozza
Okay—most of us desert dwellers know by now that the Indian Wells Tennis Garden hosts the annual international BNP Paribas tennis tournament, and the usual call is “Welcome to Tennis Paradise!” And we titled last year’s article with that phrase—so we changed it up! Paradise or Heaven—you go ahead and use the word you prefer.
But no matter...
By Janet McAfee
It was late Fall in 2023 when yet another phone call came in to Loving All Animals, the charity I work with, about a kitten in need. A senior animal lover called desperately seeking a rescue to take a small grey Tuxedo kitten in her care. The kitten had belonged to a friend of her caretaker who...
By Haddon Libby
Originally called Jeu de paume (palm game), tennis originated in France during the 12th century. Back then, it was more like handball as there were no racquets and the game was played indoors. This version of the sport has held an amateur championship since 1740 making it the oldest active trophy amongst international sports.
The name tennis came into...
In school we read about Julius Caesar and the Ides of March, a month named after the Roman God, MARS. Martius was the name of the first month in the original Roman calendar. Along with January, May, and June, March is one of several months named after a god. It was a day in the Roman calendar that corresponds to 15 March. It was marked by several religious...
BY STAN POPOVICH
Using drugs and alcohol will not take away your problems and fears. In the short run, they might make you feel better, but in the long run these addictions will only make things worse.
As a result, here are eight tips on how to manage your persistent fears and anxieties without using drugs and alcohol.
Take it one...
By Crystal Harrell
From March 2-3, Angel Light Academy commemorated its 25th anniversary with a 2-day Youth Leadership Conference teaching Valley students essential life skills and attributes. Held at Van Buren Elementary School in Indio, the Youth Leadership Conference promoted problem-solving and communication skills, leadership traits, social media awareness, bullying and drug resistance.
Julia Wilmot and her husband General Richard Wilmot...
BY MICHELLE BORTHWICK
A new trend right now is to take Ozempic and other similar drugs for quick weight loss. The startling reality behind the “miracle weight loss” is quite different than what you’ve seen online, and you are only hearing one side of the story. Drugs like Ozempic, Mounjaro and Wegovy may possibly be effective for weight loss. But...
© Copyright 2024 Rob Brezsny
ARIES (March 21-April 19): "Everyone has talent. What is rare is the courage to follow talent to the dark place where it leads." So wrote Aries author Erica Jong. Is that true? Is it hard to access the fullness of our talents? Must we summon rare courage and explore dark places? Sometimes, yes. To overcome...
BY COACH NADIA POPOVA
As we step into the first spring month, I suggest we celebrate women worldwide, as namely in March we celebrate International Women's Day, a holiday aimed at honoring the contributions and accomplishments of women in every sphere of life.
We at Send Me a Trainer are inviting you to join the celebration of women and self-care. We...
BY RUTH HILL R.N.
This week’s article attempts to provide cannabis-assisted opioid reduction research to share with your physician or other health provider. Physicians need research. The website https://phil420.com/ will take you to a “German Patient Roundtable” that quotes worldwide studies supporting cannabis use. Philip J. Cenedella IV, an international cannabis consultant, manages the website. A Roundtable Discussion on this...
By Crystal Harrell
Spring is upon us, and with the amount of winter rain the Coachella Valley has received in the last few weeks, the desert is looking a lot more green and floral. Wildflower season is finally here, and Friends of the Desert Mountains’ 18th annual Coachella Valley Wildflower Festival will take place, Saturday, March 2, from 9 a.m....
By Eleni P. Austin
Nearly 50 years ago, Punk Rock snarled, scratched, spit and elbowed its way into the cultural zeitgeist. Although it was invented in the bowels of New York and exploded in London, it truly thrived in Los Angeles. Back in the mid ‘70s, L.A. was still a bastion of sun, sand, surf and mellow vibes. But just...
Torch singer and trailblazer Peggy Lee was born Norma Deloris Egstrom in Jamestown, North Dakota in 1920. By the early ‘40s, she was performing at the famed Doll House in Palm Springs. It was there that she perfected her signature sultry vocal style, which she characterized as “softly with feeling.”
Peggy, who passed away in 2002, became one of...
By Craig Michaels
Leave your Walkman and boombox at home and get your big hair ready for 80’s FEST! Prepare to be transported back in time to the era of big hair, neon fashion, and iconic music at the 80’s FEST, taking place at The Show at Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa in Rancho Mirage, Saturday March 2nd, 2024. This...
An intensive two-day youth leadership program that teaches leadership, communication, problem solving, teamwork, social skills, coping skills and the importance of community service. Students spend time with highly trained adult and youth facilitators experiencing leadership in such a way that they can take the learning and apply it to real-life situations. During the conference students concentrate on identifying and...
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We all know them. We’ve all been taught by them. Teachers – whether those at elementary, middle, high school, college, or university. They exist, and they exist globally. Without them, we wouldn’t know about history, geography, science, how to write, how to add or subtract, nor how to be an upstanding citizen. These teachers...
BY FIRE CHIEF SAM DIGIOVANNA
“Did you know there are over 2 million heart attacks and strokes each year resulting in 800,000 deaths and even more depilating injuries?” reminds Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna.”
Have a heart and know the best gift to give someone is a commitment to:
Stop smoking. Quitting smoking is the single most important thing a person can do...
By Madeline Zuckerman
PHOTOS BY LAURA HALL
What a glorious day it was on the links as Xavier College Preparatory High School hosted its highly-anticipated 15th Annual Fairway to Heaven Golf Tournament at The Classic Club in Palm Desert on February 2. Alexis Mullinix, Event Chair, was assisted by Co-chairs Margaret Stenmoen, Chloe Folena, Laura Hall and Reggie Rover.
This year’s Golf...
By Madeline Zuckerman
PHOTOS BY MARK CIESLIKOWSKI
Olive Crest Desert Communities, has had so much exciting news to share lately, having just announced their expansion in the Coachella Valley, with the opening of their new Children and Family Resource Center on January 23, followed by their successful POWER OF ONE luncheon on February 1st at Bighorn Golf Club.
Olive Crest, known for...
Dune: Part Two (2h 46m – Rated PG-13) Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
Starring Timothée Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, Josh Brolin, Stellan Skarsgård, Dave Bautista, Stephen McKinley Henderson, Zendaya, Charlotte Rampling, Javier Bardem, Austin Butler, Florence Pugh, Christopher Walken and Léa Seydoux.
Duke Paul Atreides joins the Fremen and begins a spiritual and martial journey to become Muad'dib, while trying to prevent the horrible...
By Rick Riozza
Many of you loyal readers are aware that every once in a while, I get autobiographical and write about one of my personal scenarios of the past that are somewhat wine related. This account is a real doozy and it occurred really early on in my law practice career.
It all started when I was working in administration...
By Janet McAfee
Dear Mom and Dad,
I died today. You got tired of me and took me to the public shelter. They were overcrowded and I drew an unlucky number. I am in a black plastic bag in a landfill now. Some other puppy will get the barely used leash you left. My collar was dirty and too small, but...
By Haddon Libby
It seems hard to believe but the average American consumes 33 hours of television each week. According to Nielsen Research, the average adult consumes 10 hours of media each day with half on television. Stated differently, we spend three-quarters of our life sleeping or consuming media whether that be the television, radio, gaming device, internet, music streamer...
People don’t get injured or drive under the influence in that galaxy. However, the CV gets lots of accidents, especially around spring break, the tennis tournament and concert season. When an accident happens, how do you MAXIMIZE YOUR RECOVERY?
We forgive most at fault accident drivers because it is just that… an accident. However, the accident victim deserves to be...
BY STAN POPOVICH
Everybody deals with stress and anxiety, however the key is to know what to do when your stressed out. It is not always easy to keep your feelings from getting the best of you.
With this in mind, here are seven tips that a person can use to help manage their daily stresses and anxieties before they get...
By Aimee Mosco
We have watched the world we once knew change, in real time, at an alarming rate since the turn of the twenty-first century. Many of the unprecedented challenges humanity has faced since the dawning of this new century have blazed in like a bullet train on fire, with little or no warning. The result of the uptick...
Aluminaire House, Palm Springs, CA
ARTICLE & PHOTOS BY LYNNE TUCKER
Albert Frey (American, born Switzerland, 1903-1998) helped to establish Palm Springs as a world-recognized center for modern architecture and design. He was the first architect to design a modern International Style structure for Palm Springs and paved the way for modern architecture and the architects that followed.
The Aluminaire House was...
BY COACH NADIA POPOVA
Today I wanted to share some thoughts on an important topic of embracing self-love through fitness. As a team of personal trainers, we encourage you to remember that fitness is not just about sculpting your body or reaching a certain number on the scale. It's about nourishing your body, mind, and soul. It’s a continuous journey...
BY RUTH HILL R.N.
Under current federal law, people who use marijuana – including those who do so in compliance with state laws – are ineligible for placement in federally-funded housing. Others who are already residing in subsidized housing can be evicted, even if their use is not bothering their neighbors.
Every day people are getting kicked out on the street...
By Crystal Harrell
On February 29 through March 3, the La Quinta Art Celebration Spring 2024 will showcase the artworks of 186 top artists, including 21 first-time participants. In addition to the vast range of artistic talent on display, guests can enjoy live music, premium beverages, and gourmet food. Thousands of art lovers from across the U.S. and around the...
Photos provided by Brian Hoff and Prince Fleet Easton
You might say that the artistic team of Brian Hoff and Prince Fleet Easton is a match made in musical heaven. Their unique collaboration has produced popular original songs and musical videos. Both are highly successful writers, vocalists, actors, and savvy businessmen. They have known each other for nearly 14 years,...
Green Room Theatre Company (GRTC) is proud to present ‘Maggie Magalita’ by Wendy Kesselman (Tony nominee for The Diary of Anne Frank). This moving bilingual drama covers such topics as bullying, assimilation, and intergenerational relationships.
Directed by GRTC Artistic Director David Catanzarite, this Coachella Valley touring production features Maggie (Melissa Luna,) a teenager who upon immigrating to America, faced severe bullying in elementary school...
February 23, 2024
This should come as no surprise, but Brian Regan has always been funny. “My mom and dad and siblings were funny. It was fun making them laugh. At school, I was always doing silly stuff and making strangers laugh,” he admits. That innate sense of humor didn’t translate automatically into a career in standup comedy, though. “It...
The Coachella Valley Rescue Mission wants to publicly thank the generous sponsorships that make the 53rd Anniversary a beautiful reality on March 7.
“We are so grateful for the incredibly generous sponsorships of local businesses that will make the difference in changing the lives of our neighbors in need at the Mission,” said Executive Director Darla Burkett.
Supporting CVRM’s 53rd Anniversary Mardi Gras...
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“Victory” was the cry heard across the United States this past Sunday at Superbowl 58 when the Kansas City Chiefs defeated The San Francisco 49ers, 25-22. Mecole Hardman was the man who had the distinction of the achieving the game-winning touchdown from Patrick Mahomes with 3 seconds remaining on the clock during overtime. This...
By Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna
We can expect more rain and with that comes the risk of landslides and debris flow. This threat will remain with us for months to come reminds Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna. “Lets go back to 2005 when the La Conchita slide in Ventura and Bluebird Canyon Slide occurred after almost six months of rain.”
Awareness and Preparedness...
By Eleni P. Austin
Have I ever told you how much I love Joni Mitchell? I heard the single “Help Me” 50 years ago and I was hooked. Of course, I was still in the thrall of Donny and The Osmonds, so it was a couple of years before I purchased Court And Spark, but after that, I never turned...
Desert Hot Springs Classical Concerts continues its tenth anniversary season with the flute/guitar duo of Marley Eder and Mircea Gogoncea, who will present an energetic program of dance music from around the world on Sunday, February 25 at 4pm at Grace Church. More details and a complete schedule can be found at: https://www.dhsclassicalconcerts.org/2024 No tickets or reservations are required,...
Palm Springs
ARTICLE & PHOTOS BY LYNNE TUCKER
“African American artists have used art to preserve history and community memory as well as for empowerment. Artistic and cultural movements such as the New Negro, Black Arts, Black Renaissance, hip-hop, and Afrofuturism, have been led by people of African descent and set the standard for popular trends around the world.”
In line with...
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