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Everyone needs them, everyone has them, everyone should have them optimized. What are they? Hormones.
As we age, hormones decline. It’s just a natural way of life. However, in recent years, and due to societal demands, and food contaminants, hormones have been on a much sharper decline.
People as young as twenty can nowadays experience hormone...
Dry January Runs January 1st, 2025 - January 31st, 2025
By Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna
“Recent brush fires in Southern California have proven January is extremely dry. But there’s a different dry in January. It’s called Dry January.” reminds Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna.
Dry January is an annual challenge that encourages people to give up alcohol for the entire month of January. It has...
“Emergency Third Rail Power Trip” (Label 51 Records)
By Eleni P. Austin
The Los Angeles music scene has always been as sprawling as the city itself. In the late ‘70s and early ‘80s, Punk bands like X, The Weirdos and The Germs cheerfully coexisted alongside the soulful Power Pop of The Plimsouls and 20/20, the Roots Rock of The Blasters and...
Wolf Man (1h 43m – Rated R) Horror
Starring Christopher Abbott, Julia Garner, Matilda Firth
Blake is San Francisco husband and father, who inherits his remote childhood home in rural Oregon after his own father vanishes and is presumed dead. With his marriage to his high-powered wife, Charlotte, fraying, Blake persuades Charlotte to take a break from the city and visit...
By Rick Riozza
When it comes to savoring a delicious Pinot Noir, the only thing that comes to mind at this particular time of the (new) year is the annual “Passion 4 Pinot” Palm Springs Pinot Noir Festival that will be held from January 30th to February 2nd for the Grand Tasting, Dinner, Brunch, and Seminar Events.
Fortunately for you wine...
By Janet McAfee
Buttercup promises to greet you with a big kiss! I have visited beautiful tricolor Buttercup several times at our Riverside County Shelter in Thousand Palms, the Coachella Valley Animal Campus. This 1-yr-old Shepherd mix girl is loving, calm, and does well with the other large pup in her kennel. Big dogs are much more likely to end...
By Haddon Libby
The wave of fires in and around Los Angeles is yet another sign of climate change. Experts are concluding that strict adherence to the 2016 Paris Climate Accord is unlikely to make enough of a difference to reverse the current trajectory of the planet we call home.
If the planet stays on its dirty path, scientists believe that...
By Dale Gribow (dale@dalegribowlaw.com; 760.837.7500)
Our hearts go out to all who suffered fire losses. Patti and I had many family members and friends who were devastated by the Wildfires. Unfortunately, many defense lawyers are trained to Deny and Delay. This is as true with Wildfires as it is with the PI/Accident Cases I normally represent. Insurance Co’s hope they can...
Defenseman to Represent Firebirds at Hometown All-Star Classic
The American Hockey League announced today that defenseman Cale Fleury will represent the Coachella Valley Firebirds and the Pacific Division at the 2025 AHL All-Star Classic, presented by Spotlight 29 Casino on Sunday, February 2nd and Monday, February 3rd at Acrisure Arena.
The 2025 All-Star Classic Rosters are presented by FloHockey.
Fleury has appeared in 19 games for...
By Aimee Mosco
There is always more than one way to do things. Humanity, as a collective force, has chosen the hard path more often than the easy path for many millennia. Often times we took the hard road because the majority of humans were not spiritually awakened enough to know that there was another choice or to see what...
BY COACH NADIA POPOVA
The holiday season is a whirlwind of festivities, food, and fun. While it's a wonderful time to connect with loved ones, it can also leave you feeling tired, stressed, and a bit out of sorts.
Imagine this: You've just emerged from the holiday season, a delightful blur of festive feasts, late nights, and perhaps a few too...
BY RUTH HILL R.N.
California, with a population of more than 39 million people in 2016, was irresistible to cannabis entrepreneurs. The Golden State’s massive population meant that voters had suddenly doubled the scale of America’s market for legal marijuana by approving recreational cannabis legalization. Legal sales would take two years to launch, but capitalists wasted no time investing billions...
By Tracy Dietlin
I remember Michael Keeth when he was 16 years old as frontman of a very popular local band rocking stages across the valley at many bars before they were of age. He then went on to front another successful Coachella Valley hard rock band.
Since then, Keeth has gone on to have a very successful career spanning over...
Special performance on Saturday, January 11th
Green Room Theatre Company Coachella Valley (GRTCCV), now in its 16th successful season, brings a rapid-fire staged reading to Old Town Artisan Studios in Old Town La Quinta on Saturday, January 11, at 1 p.m. “As Y’All Like It In One Hour/Como Te Gusta En Una Hora” is adapted from Shakespeare by GRTCCV’s Artistic Director David...
By DeAnn Lubell
Photos by Lani Garfield
There is an endearing phrase in Korean culture known as Son-Nim. It means treating customers as cherished guests with respect and hospitality. The newly opened Genesis of Palm Springs adheres to this philosophy one hundred percent. Son-Nim was evident on November 14 at the evening of its grand opening party where more than 200...
BY CRAIG MICHAELS
Mark your calendar for the upcoming Wine & Design Mixer Benefiting AMP Academy of Musical Performance on Thursday, January 23 at Cambria Gallery 42210 Cook St., Palm Desert. These intimate soirées are designed to help you unlock your home’s full potential while giving back to the community. You'll have the opportunity to collaborate with top-tier local professionals...
By Eleni P. Austin
“We started out as perfect strangers, now we breathe as one, we have become two tragic lovers drunk and on the run.” That’s Luther Russell, playing out a folie a deux on “Sing This Song,” a track off his excellent new album, Happiness For Beginners.
I wish I could say I have had a musical crush...
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Let us begin by saying, Happy New Year! May your 2025 be filled with great health, joy, and fulfillment.
2024 was an undeniably wild year, but as new political powers take their stand to lead our country into a brighter future, let us pray for their strength, judgement, and courage. Most reading this article are...
By Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna
This safety article is dedicated to one of the best people in the world. My Dad Frank DiGiovanna! He loved to golf and was instrumental in helping me write this. RIP Dad, I miss you.
Now that the holidays are behind us, golf courses will be in full swing seeking warmer weatgher and trying out new golf clubs and...
The Last Showgirl (1h 29m – Rated R) Drama
Starring Pamela Anderson, Jamie Lee Curtis, Dave Bautista, Brenda Song, Kiernan Shipka, Billie Lourd
The Last Showgirl, a poignant film of resilience, rhinestones and feathers. Shelly is a glamorous showgirl who must plan for her future when her show abruptly closes after a 30-year run.
Better Man (2h 15m – Rated R) Biography,...
By Rick Riozza
Ever since this column appeared in the first issue of the CV Weekly, we’ve always contended that it’s all about the “game of wine”. Anyone who desires to choose wine intelligently, to consider the wine biz & production gracefully, and to simply enjoy and have fun with the product we’ve chosen for quaffing and for meals, we’re...
By Janet McAfee
There are more missing dogs and cats as January 2025 begins. Many escaped from homes in fear from the booming of nearby fireworks. Others escaped when holiday guests left doors and gates open. Folks who went out of town find that pet sitters not familiar with the animal's habits may accidentally let them escape during walks. When...
By Haddon Libby
An investment quilt is a visual representation that shows the performance of different asset classes or sectors over a specific period. Each "square" of the quilt represents a different sector, and its performance over the year.
For example, in the top left box under 2024, you will see a little robot and 36%. This translates to mean Technology stocks were...
It’s not a good idea to get matching tattoos on a first date or Drink/Drive and get a DUI or PI and calling a non-local, 1-800, TV/Billboard advertising lawyer. Some advertise with slogans and jingles…my lawyer got me…just call X, call for the value of your case, they will fight for you etc. Many aren’t local renting a small...
Coachella Valley Beats Ontario 4-3 on Saturday Night to Extend Point Streak to Four Straight Games
The Firebirds defeated the Ontario Reign on Saturday night at Toyota Arena by the final score 4-3. Jani Nyman, Lleyton Roed, Ryan Winterton, and Max McCormick each scored for the Firebirds while Nikke Kokko made 32 saves to record his tenth win of the...
Coachella Valley Defeats San Diego in Overtime, 3-2
The Coachella Valley Firebirds, the American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate of the Seattle Kraken, defeated the San Diego Gulls on Sunday in overtime at Acrisure Arena by the final score 3-2. Jani Nyman scored a powerplay goal one minute into the overtime period to extend the Firebirds’ winning streak to three straight...
BY MICHELLE MCLAUGHLIN
Life has a way of pulling the rug out from under us, doesn’t it? Grief, unexpected change, toxic relationships, or even losing faith in ourselves—these are the trenches where life’s battles are fought. And if you’ve found yourself stuck in survival mode, feeling small, or unsure of the next step, let me tell you this: You are...
BY COACH NADIA POPOVA
A new year often brings a renewed sense of hope and possibility. It's a time for reflection, setting new intentions, and striving for personal growth. So, how can you make 2025 your best year yet? Let's dive into goal setting and the mindset needed to achieve them.
Mindset Matters
Embrace a Growth Mindset:Believe in your...
BY RUTH HILL R.N.
In September 2024, Gov. Gavin Newsom bypassed the California legislature and arbitrarily outlawed any product with detectable levels of THC except those sold at state-licensed dispensaries. Of course, no one wants dangerous and intoxicating hemp products available to children in retail stores. With one pen stroke, Newsom used fear to arbitrarily eliminate an estimated $11.5 million...
By Crystal Harrell
With the Palm Springs International Film Festival on the horizon, moviegoers will flock to the valley for a slew of cinematic releases at various local theaters. One such venue is the newly named Festival Plaza — a commercial center formerly known as “the Courtyard” with a legacy of being a community hub in Palm Springs. The new...
BY RACHEL MONTOYA
After two decades, Wyte Gye continues to share their passion for all things Rock and Roll with their hometown following and ‘forever young’ attitudes. They will be bringing their enigmatic approach to live music on Friday, January 3rd, 2025 for a FREE SHOW at Big Rock Pub 79940 Westward Ho Drive in Indio. The band will be...
BY RACHEL MONTOYA
In just over a year of operation, Big Rock Stages has offered prime event production services across the Coachella Valley to thousands of spectators. Featuring their incredible STAGELINE SL100 MOBILE STAGE, the multi-faceted production can provide any event with a professional performance stage brought to your location and set-up for use in as little as one hour....
By Eleni P. Austin
If you came of age in the ‘60s or early ‘70s, chances are you heard The Cowsills. A family band that originated in Newport, Rhode Island, they served as the inspiration for The Partridge Family, a hit TV series that aired after The Brady Bunch on the ABC network.
Along with the rest of America, the oldest...
Coachella Valley Picks Up 14th Win of Season
The Coachella Valley Firebirds, the American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate of the Seattle Kraken, defeated the Bakersfield Condors on Friday night at Mechanics Bank Arena by the final score of 4-3. The Firebirds used two goals in each of the first two periods to help snap the team’s three-game losing skid.
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With each New Year comes new resolutions, and with resolutions attained always comes a sense of achievement, and success…
Since 2006, Clark’s Nutrition & Natural Foods Market have been involved with the lives of countless Coachella Valley residents, and during that time they have had the honor of helping many keep and attain their New...
It’s Easy to Make Them, and Often Easier to Break Them!
By Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna
According to the Cleveland Clinic, Research indicates that it is easier to start a behavior than to stop one. So instead of resolving to quit something, instead resolve to doing something else.
Psychologist Susan Albers reminds us to set realistic ‘livable goals. Choosing an unrealistic, unsustainable goal sets...
A Complete Unknown (2h 21m – Rated R) Biography, Drama, Music
Starring Timothée Chalamet, Edward Norton, Elle Fanning, Monica Barbaro, Boyd Holbrook
New York, 1961. Against the backdrop of a vibrant music scene and tumultuous cultural upheaval, an enigmatic 19-year-old from Minnesota arrives with his guitar and revolutionary talent, destined to change the course of American music. He forges intimate relationships...
By Haddon Libby
PsychicWorld asked its top astrologers, fortune-tellers and mediums to make predictions about 2025. The Psychic group states that 75% of their predictions from 2024 came true.
The psychic network states that 2025, “promises to be a year of significant changes and deep transformations in societies across the globe. The decisions that will lead to these changes will be...
Lawyers don’t mention this because they haven’t been an accident victim, and don’t understand what victims experience. They have not walked in our shoes and tied our laces. You need a lawyer, like me, who has!
With 2024, we have had many holiday accidents from Thanksgiving through New Year’s. This led to an increase of parties, drinking, driving and accidents....
By Aimee Mosco
Natural crystals mined from the Earth function as receivers and energetic information banks. When they are used for decoration, jewelry or in electronics, they are generally appreciated. When they are used for spiritual practice in these modern times, they have been known to invite criticism from those who do not understand their spiritual value. The practice of...
BY COACH NADIA POPOVA
The holiday season is a time for joy, celebration, and… let's be honest, a bit of indulgence. Between festive meals, family gatherings, and social events, it can be challenging to stay on track with your fitness goals. But don't let the holiday cheer derail your progress! Here are some tips to help you stay motivated and...
BY RUTH HILL R.N.
Perhaps the most significant development of 2024 was the Drug Enforcement Administration's (DEA) announcement that it would act on the Biden administration's call to re-schedule cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). This historic move is considered to be the biggest step towards federal legalization in more than half a...
By Rick Riozza
For the 36th time, Palm Springs is honored to host the annual Palm Springs International Film Festival from January 2-13, 2025. So, we are again so glad and happy that this world-class film festival brings together a sophisticated and diverse audience, including industry, film aficionados from across the country and filmmakers from around our cinematic planet! This...
By Janet McAfee
It was June 24, 2024 and the Petco store on Jackson Street in Indio was about to close for the day. An employee went to lock up the front door and discovered 6 brown puppies abandoned outside. They were friendly, appeared well fed, but clearly purposefully discarded. There is a serious lack of spay and neuter services...
By Crystal Harrell
Wildest Restaurant & Bar invites you to celebrate the New Year with an unforgettable evening of culinary delights, live music, and vibrant entertainment. The restaurant’s exclusive New Year’s Eve event features an extraordinary pre-theater prix fixe dinner, iconic live performances, and a dazzling midnight celebration, promising a night to remember.
Enjoy a night of elegance and flavor from...
By Crystal Harrell
To celebrate the most wonderful time of the year, Sullivan’s Steakhouse is launching an exclusive Holiday Menu for guests to savor this season. Guests can indulge in a limited-time menu at the upscale American steakhouse, spotlighting a delicious Tomahawk Trio for Two, including a 32 oz. Australian Wagyu Tomahawk Ribeye, two North Atlantic lobster tails and a...
Twenty-Fifth Show Will Feature a Record Number of Dealersand Four Airstream Trailers to Tour
The Palm Springs Modernism Show will celebrate its 25th anniversary during Modernism Week in February 2025. The popular event will feature a record 135 dealers presenting the best of vintage 20th century and compelling 21st century designs at the Palm Springs Convention Center February 14-17, 2025. Weekend admission for...
Laser Shows, Lighted Bikes, and Interactive Art to Ring in 2025
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Back by popular demand, the highly anticipated Art in the Park in the Dark will illuminate Demuth Park this New Year’s Eve. After last year’s successful event, this free, all-ages celebration of all things art and glow is moving to December 31 and will...
By Madeline Zuckerman
Although the Palm Springs area hosts many signature Golf Tournaments during season, you will not want to miss the upcoming Patriots Store’s Inaugural Patriot Women Golf For America Golf Tournament, scheduled to take place on Monday,
February 10, 2025 at Palm Valley Country Club in Palm Desert!
Palm Valley Country Club, located at 39-205 Palm Valley Drive in Palm...
You’re not alone as Seasonal Affective Disorder Effects Over 3 million People in the U.S. reminds Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of mood disorder associated with seasonal changes. Commonly seen as depression arising during the winter months, it happens due to a disturbance in the circadian system of the body.
Causes: SAD is said to occur due to...
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