By Haddon Libby
To help our most favorite of snowbirds from the north to a little bit more at home, let’s take a look at news from Canadia this week.
On February 27th, Canada welcomed their 25,000th refugee from Syria since November. Half of these people will have all living costs covered by the government for the first year while the...
By Dale Gribow
WE ALL READ THE PAPERS AND WATCH THE NEWS AND HEAR CRIMINAL LEGAL TERMS THAT WE DO NOT TRULY UNDERSTAND............READ THIS AND THEN YOU WILL:
Acquittal: A jury verdict that a criminal defendant is not guilty, or the finding of a judge that the evidence is insufficient to support a conviction.
Admissible: A term used to describe evidence that...
Did you know that Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is the leading cause of death and disability in children and adults from ages 1 to 44 reminds Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna.
Brain injuries are most often caused by motor vehicle crashes, sports injuries, simple falls on the playground, at work or in the home. Fire/EMS Personnel respond to these injuries daily....
New Fitness Center serving North Shore is Complete
The design and installation of a new fitness center housed within the North Shore Beach and Yacht Club has been completed, and the public is invited to come see it during a grand opening next month. Desert Recreation District (DRD) enhanced the Club with a fitness center after talking with the community...
The Desert Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the “ChariTEE Classic” fundraiser on Saturday, March 19, 2016 at the renowned Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort in Rancho Mirage, CA.
“A variety of golf enthusiasts will participate in this 9-hole tournament fundraising event that will assist organizations and youth leadership programs here in the greater Coachella Valley,” said chamber...
What is a true description of Tennis Paradise?
Start with the best players in the world. Add in a venue that is arguably one of the best in the world of sports. Mix in amenities like lots of seating around the practice courts, fine dining restaurants, numerous special events and sponsor activations, and much more. And then set all of...
By Flint Wheeler
On February 4, 2015, the Syracuse Orange basketball program self-imposed a postseason ban as the NCAA came breathing down their necks. The Orangemen were in the midst of a difficult season to begin with, but the ban was seen by some as a cowardly move and a disservice to the players -- especially seniors like Rakeem Christmas....
Hi Jenny,
I have a girlfriend who I have been dating, exclusively, for 2 months. The only thing is, she has another boyfriend! He is a seaman and has been out on a boat for the entire time we have been together. She speaks with him and they email each other, but she won’t see him for another month. She...
Week of March 3
© Copyright 2016 Rob Brezsny
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Actress Blythe Baird writes about the problem that arises when her dog sees her eating a peanut butter and chocolate chip bagel. Her beloved pet begs for a piece and becomes miserable when it's not forthcoming. Baird is merely demonstrating her love, of course, because she knows that...
By Bronwyn Ison
Our fast paced society leaves most of us feeling overwhelmed, anxious and stressed. Generally the most beneficial modalities are to exercise, which relieves stress. Plus, it is beneficial for our overall health physically and mentally. Another modality being explored and gaining greater popularity in Western culture is the use of Tibetan Bowls and Gongs.
Live sound healing classes...
By Dr. Maria Lombardo
As a Cosmetic Surgeon, I hear it all the time… “It just happened overnight!” or “I saw pictures from an event I went to…. I don’t look like that!” “I don’t recognize the face I see in the mirror every morning!”
The facial aging process really begins around the age of 25. We all lose volume from...
By Sunny Simon
Stopping to enjoy the ocean view Nicole pulled into a juice bar, removed her helmet and parked her bike. Grinning broadly a stranger walked up admiring Nicole’s flashy Royal Enfield Bullet, a motorcycle reviewed as “an icon in its own right.” The two immediately engaged in a conversation about motorcycles and the crystal clear southern California day.
While...
On March 5th, 2016 taste hundreds of varieties of craft beer and wine. Plus 311 Amber Ale's California debut.
Empire Music Ventures is pleased to announce the 5th Annual Rhythm, Wine and Brews Experience on Saturday, March 5th, 2016 at the Empire Polo Club. Taste delicious craft beer and elegant fine wine in one of the most beautiful venues in the Coachella...
By Lisa Morgan
311, a band that forged its earliest foundations during the 80’s in two neighboring high schools in Omaha, Nebraska, could inarguably be considered one of the most intransigent, persevering, relentless, beloved and athletic rock bands touring today. Fans have learned that attending a 311 live show can easily turn into a marathon test of endurance. Known to...
By Uncle Ben
Unless I’m your dad, then they are definitely your dad’s rock band. Because I think they’re awesome. And if I am your dad, I’d like to say I’m sorry and nice to meet you! We should talk…
But enough about my current litigation situation (great band name, by the way), I’m here to talk about a little band...
By Esther Sanchez
Upper Class Poverty consists of a set of desert-raised brothers and two out-of-state transplants, all of whom are primed to make their mark on the Coachella Valley music scene and beyond. Recent participants in the Coachella Valley Music Showcase at the Hood Bar in Palm Desert, their high-energy sound, progressive riffs and quality vocals elicited praise from...
By Noe Gutierrez
After a brief hiatus from the airwaves, the FITZ in the Morning show is back! FITZ has returned in a big way on the Coachella Valley’s newest radio station CV 104.3 FM, in this, his 18th year on the air. FITZ proclaimed, “I will continue my tradition of waking up the valley weekdays from 6 a.m. to...
By Noe Gutierrez
The Idle Effect is a new geeky, pop culture and comedy podcast brought to you by Jerry ‘Jer’ White (Producer/Writer/Host) and Charlie ‘Chuck’ Ellis (Producer/Writer/Host), Melissa Hull (Camera operator/ Voice Over) and Makena Hull (holds up signs and make noises). It appears to be filmed and recorded in the nerdiest space possible.
The meaning behind The Idle Effect...
OUTDOOR FESTIVAL WITH FOOD, BREWS AND ENTERTAINMENT BY THE RED HOT CHILLI PIPERS ON MARCH 17, 2016
Spa Resort Casino presents “Shamrock ‘n’ Roll,” a spectacular outdoor celebration with delicious food, bar garden and a performance by The Red Hot Chilli Pipers on March 17, 2016 at the corner of N. Indian Canyon and E. Andreas Road.
Downtown Palm Springs will...
Performing at The Show at Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa on August 6 * Tickets on Sale Now!
UB40 featuring Ali Campbell with Astro and Mickey Virtue, the founding members of the legendary reggae/pop ensemble that blazed a multicultural musical path with such global hits as “Red RedWine” and “(I Can’t Help) Falling In Love With You,” will perform at...
By Lola Rossi
After their Sold Out concert last year, The Jacksons return to Fantasy Springs Resort Casino with The Commodores and take the stage this Saturday, February 27, 2016 in The Special Events Center at 8 p.m.
“I love what I do,” said Walter “Clyde” Orange of The Commodores during a telephone interview from his home in Florida. “It is...
By Patte Purcell
Brazilian jazz sung by the beautiful Gretje Anjell, with acoustic guitar by Dori Amarillo, gently opened the Celebrity Jazz Jam Latin Night on an intimate note as the full moon rose over the Desert Willow Golf Resort. The air was balmy and the Sold Out crowd swayed and danced under the moon as they listened to the...
By Tracy Dietlin & Michelle Brewer
Imagine you're a band with all your equipment loaded up in a big truck and you drove from the desert down to LA and you just pulled up in front of Seahorse Studios to record your first full-length album with a high caliber producer and just as you're struggling to park this monstrosity on...
By Eleni P. Austin
“I’m feeling young, I’m feeling new, one fire dies another burns/Was down, not out, You’ll learn what we’re about when we take on the fucking world.” That’s Bridger, throwing down the musical gauntlet, on “Young And New.” With that song and their first record, they are redefining the paradigm of Desert Rock.
By now, most everyone knows...
Folk artist Trés Taylor’s favorite medium is tarpaper, which enables him to draw freely, carving in a strong black line. Frequently he uses layers of mud, sometimes Alabama red clay, that give his paintings a rich and yet raw texture. Trés paints about spiritual seeking. He paints about love, Divine Love, peace, and joy. His work reveals his deep connection to the...
By Rebecca Pikus
The 5th Annual Cathedral City Cove Tour of Artist’s Studios has become bigger than ever. It is now a yearly must-see Event for art lovers & savvy art collectors, & is making Cathedral City the premier Art Destination in the Palm Springs area. Event highlights include visits to historic homes of artists who settled in the arts...
By Janet McAfee
Calling Coachella Valley pet seekers! Loving All Animals now takes humans to local shelters and rescues to fine their perfect canine or feline best friend. These shelter tours are popular with pet seekers who don’t know where the public and private shelters are located and/or would like to have an enjoyable experience in selecting a rescue animal. ...
By Rick Riozza
Anyone who has been keeping up with this column already knows about Dan Sullivan. He is one of the last remaining independent wine merchants in our valley. And I usually ask him to contribute to this column on his great wine deals around the holidays, and, during other times of the year.
Although we’ve been casual business friends,...
The Full Monty, The Musical, Runs February 26-March 13
By Cara Van Dijk
Based on the hit 1997 British film of the same name, the Americanized stage version of The Full Monty is sure to arouse crowds at the Palm Canyon Theatre February 26-March 13. And, yes… come the finale, they will bare all!
The story is centered around Jerry, played by Nicholas...
The Desert Rose Playhouse, the Valley’s LGBT stage company, will present COCK by Mike Bartlett, opening Friday, March 11, 2016 for a five-week run. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 PM and Sundays at 2 PM, through April 10, 2016.
COCK is an internationally acclaimed comedy that takes a lively and candid look at one man’s sexuality and the...
Dust off your boots and get ready to kick ‘em up at the Pet Rescue Center’s 18th Annual Western Barbecue Birthday Party held at J & J Ranch located at 58300 Almonte Dr. in LaQuinta on March 13th from 5 until 9 pm.
There will be a live, kick-up-your-heels band, delicious food, beer, wine, and unique auction items. You can...
You probably don’t remember me, but I remember you. At the bank, the gym, the receptionist… You were the one disgustingly sneezing, coughing and hacking without covering your mouth. Like a driver texting, you’re placing everyone else at risk. Is it just ignorance or arrogance?
Flu activity peaks between December and March resulting in more than 200,000 hospitalizations and thousands...
By Haddon Libby
Last week, Mark Cuban said, “Every tool that protects our privacy and liberties against oppression, tyranny, madmen and worse, can often be used to take those very precious rights from us. We must stand up for our rights to free speech and liberty."
Cuban was referring to the case where the federal courts supported the FBI in forcing...
By Dale Gribow
Last Wednesday I met with both FBI and IRS agents with one of my clients. I asked the agents about all the fraudulent calls from people pretending to be IRS agents... whose goal is to steal your money. They confirmed there are more caller complaints than they can handle. They have just not been able to get...
Taking place on Tuesday, March 8th 2016, at the Westin Mission Hills Resort & Spa, this year kicks off with two fun playing opportunities, the first, hosted by WTA Superstar and former World #1 Victoria Azarenka, being the ultra-exclusive, VIP "Ultimate Pro-Am Experience Package; where participants will get the chance to play with two-time Grand Slam singles champion."
The other,...
By Flint Wheeler
Match-fixing has been the talk of the tennis world at this year’s Australian Open, thanks to a joint investigation released by BBC and BuzzFeed News which alleges that prominent tennis players have been taking money from gamblers in order to lose matches, and that tennis authorities have been covering up the scandal.
Those allegations have taken on new...
Week of February 25
© Copyright 2016 Rob Brezsny
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Just one species has a big enough throat to swallow a person whole: the sperm whale. If you happen to be sailing the high seas any time soon, I hope you will studiously avoid getting thrown overboard in the vicinity of one of these beasts. The odds are...
Dear Dr. Kadile, I feel sick with a runny nose, cough and congestion. My mucus is green, do I need antibiotics? - Carol, La Quinta
Carol, this subject regarding the color of one’s mucus or phlegm determining the need for antibiotics is another one of the most frustrating medical myths primary care physicians encounter in their practices. Since we are now...
By Sunny Simon
Arnie rushed into my office, suit jacket flapping behind him. As he sat down delivering a heavy sigh my client complained of schedule overload. I giggled reminding him that he was retired. In my mind, any calendar overload was self inflicted. Shrugging his shoulders a serious look crossed his face as he checked an alert from his...
RENT DOUBLED ON COMMUNITY-CENTERED BUSINESS, FORCED TO CLOSE THEIR DOORS,MUSIC IS SILENCED
By Rich Henrich
We often speak about “community” as a sense of place, a gathering of diverse minds aligned by a shared value system to look out for one another. We take pride in our community and we work hard to build a place full of vitality and robust...
By Carissa Cascio
Boys & Girls Club of Palm Springs is pleased to announce that Palm Springs High School senior Samantha Torres will be its recipient of its 2016 Youth of the Year award. The gala, held annually to honor one student, will be Thursday, March 3, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Hilton Palm Springs (400 E. Tahquitz Canyon...
Bringing 75 Celebrities, One-of-a-Kind Music Events and a 5K to the Desert March 6-13
6th Annual Fundraising Weekend Raises Funds for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®
By Andrea Carter
The sixth annual Warburton Celebrity Golf Tournament will return to the desert from March 6-13, bringing in more than 75 stars, songwriters and rock legends for a weekend of golf and one-of-a-kind music...
SAVE THE DATE! Saturday, February 27, 2016 at 7:00 p.m.
Indio High School announces the grand opening of their new Performing Arts Center on Saturday, February 27, 2016 at 7pm. This special night will feature the dedication of the Main Stage to Circle Theatre Acting Company founder J. Roderick Basehore. Ceremonies will include remarks by Indio High School Principal Rudy...
By Craig Michaels
The Palm Springs High School Music Department consists of more than five hundred music students that encompass the band, choir, orchestra, guitar, and visual teams. In 2015, the “The Spirit of the Sands” was named a GRAMMY FOUNDATION® Signature School Community Award Winner selected from more than 2000 school across the country. More than eighty percent of...
Second show added on February 27; Discount tickets offered
Musical retelling of Beatles story through the eyes of manager Brian Epstein features the live music of renowned tribute Abbey Road; Palm Springs High String Quartet to join touring show on stage for five songs.
The February 26th showing of In My Life - A Musical Theatre Tribute to the Beatles...
By Patte Purcell
Female percussionists are rare, and to find one that is also a vocalist is even more uncommon. Beth Tschantre being young (25 years old), talented, beautiful and experienced is quite a find. This stunning young lady, who looks like a fitness model, just appeared on American Idol and even though she didn't win, she placed in the...
By Esther Sanchez
Don’t let the name fool you, she is not only sweet to look at...Noemi Rodriguez, AKA, Sugarfree is an up and coming DJ on the Coachella Valley Music scene whose candy-coated DJ sets are so delectable they might leave you with a toothache. A desert pixie with an edgy vibe, the Indio HS alumni has been making...
By Eleni P. Austin
Being a Rock & Roll wunderkind is tough business. Just ask Brian Wilson, or Michael Jackson. Early success and adulation is a heady cocktail, but the hangover can last decades.
Emitt Rhodes was born in Decatur, Illinois, but grew up in Hawthorne, California, 20 miles from Hollywood, the working class suburb also spawned the Beach Boys. By...
The 34th Annual La Quinta Arts Festival, ranked #1 Fine Art Festival the Nation for three consecutive years (2013, 2014, 2015) by Art Fair Sourcebook, is scheduled Thursday through Sunday, March 3-6, 2016 from 10 am to 5 pm at La Quinta Civic Center Campus, 78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA.
La Quinta Arts Festival, produced by nonprofit La Quinta...
Brand new four-day art event with cutting-edge artwork, entertainment, and special performances timed with tennis tournament
Spectrum Indian Wells, with presenting sponsor UBS Financial Services, is a juried contemporary art show taking place in the Coachella Valley in Southern California that will run from Thursday, March 17 to Sunday, March 20, 2016. Spectrum Indian Wells is a four-day fine art...
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