Hot Purple Energy – with a focus on the “Energy”— is partnering with other Palm Springs entities to support National Bike Month with a variety of bike specific events taking place throughout the month.
This Saturday, May 10th from 8 a.m. to Noon, is a Bike Festival at Sunrise Park. Hot Purple Energy is providing a photo booth for the...
By Bruce Cathcart
April is a great month to be here in the Coachella Valley. It seems to be the month to “party” here in the east end of the valley with two weekends of “Coachella” and one weekend of “Stage Coach”. We usually get a little spring cleaning done at our home thanks to the pounding bass drums from...
By Haddon Libby
While most people are focused on the racist views and plantation mentality of Los Angeles Clippers owner, Donald Sterling, there are other disturbing societal statements embedded within the story.
For Sterling, he has lived in a segregated society for much of his life. When looking at country clubs where the affluent play golf and socialize, people who are...
By Dale Gribow
You do not need a lawyer to prepare a Will. You can prepare an entirely handwritten Holographic Will .A business letterhead, hotel stationary or date stamp would invalidate the Will. It must be dated, signed and show a TESTAMENTARY INTENT by stating “This is My Last Will and Testament, dated May 7, 2014 in Palm Desert California.”
You...
"Prom and graduation season is here again - this is a time for celebration," says Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna. "Unfortunately, these happy occasions sometimes involve underage drinking which can result in tragedy. It is therefore critical that parents keep the lines of communication open when it comes to talking to their kids about the dangers of underage drinking and...
The Environmental Working Group (EWG) recently completed their 2014 listing of the safest and dirtiest fruits and vegetables to eat. Their annual study is based on FDA and USDA tests of pesticide residues on produce when it reaches the consumer.
EWG’s biggest concern at present is that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is not complying with a Congressional mandate to publish an annual guide that helps people identify...
By Mrs. Fett
Last week SledgeHammer Games gave us the first sneak peek into the next Call of Duty installment. Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare will be the first next-gen powered title in its franchise’s history. Their captivating and intriguing trailer stars Kevin Spacey as Jonathan Irons – One of the most powerful men in the world and most likely...
BY DIANE MARLIN- DIRKX
A message from Alice’s White Rabbit: They’re late! They’re LATE! Note these very important dates just in to our newsroom: Tomorrow evening, Friday, May 9, 7pm, The Coachella Valley Symphony season finishes on a high note with “Music on the Move,” at the McCallum Theatre with headlining guest soprano Dr. Lisa Lindley performing hits from opera...
By Denise Ortuno Neil
Ever since Palm Springs was discovered in the 1853, it has been a source of fascination for both visitors and residents alike. The history of this desert oasis has the makings of a sizzling novel or block buster movie ten times over, and the best part of it is, is that the stories that line Palm...
By Sarahyah Yisrael
The Futurenomic Resources' program and Mayor Adam Sanchez brought the DHS Got Talent event to the Coachella Valley and it was the most successful talent showcase to hit Desert Hot Springs! Adon Icon invited three judges, R.C. “Cooley” Carrier, Mr. Billy Tuchscher, and Alvin Taylor. The winner will be selected at the FINALE of the 'DHS Got Talent' show on...
Week of May 8
© Copyright 2014 Rob Brezsny
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Fireworks displays excite the eyes and lift the spirit. But the smoke and dust they produce can harm the lungs with residues of heavy metals. The toxic chemicals they release may pollute streams and lakes and even groundwater. So is there any alternative? Not yet. No one has...
By Bronwyn Ison
Mothers around the world will be celebrated on Sunday the 11th day of May. According to Wikipedia, Mother’s Day is a proclamation honoring mothers and celebrating motherhood. The influence of mothers on society is preeminent.
In the United States, Mother’s Day commenced approximately 150 years ago. An Appalachian homemaker, Anna Jarvis originally proclaimed, “Mother’s Work Day.” This was...
By Sunny Simon
As I plunked down my groceries during an early morning food run, the clerk apparently full of caffeine and a dose of the daily news began his tirade. He proceeded to bombard me with a laundry list of negative world happenings as my grocery items were scanned and tallied. I scrutinized his troubled face as I mentally...
By Dr Peter Kadile
As a physician and a musician in the local band, The Refills, I will sometimes get asked for medical advice by my fellow musicians. With the Coachella Valley Weekly Music Awards coming up on Sunday, May 18th, I would like to take this opportunity to discuss a few medical issues that are common among musicians.
Tennis Elbow...
“Saving Wildlife, One Beer at a Time” on May 3rd
By Rebecca Brown
Over 50 restaurants and premium beverages are sponsoring and participating in The Living Desert’s 5th Annual “Brew at the Zoo” on Saturday, May 3rd from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. By supporting this event, those involved make it possible for The Living Desert to provide care for over 400...
By Lisa Morgan
The best part of every Stagecoach experience I have ever had, has mostly taken place at the two smaller stages just south of the Mane stage. The lesser known bands, along with older musicians, who have long since made a debut on commercial top 40 radio stations, are seen in the beautifully, intimate setting of the Mustang...
BY BRYAN MCKINNEY
I had the rare opportunity to see the Stagecoach Festival from a vantage point that most people will never get a chance to experience. My photographer pass allowed me to walk right up to the front of the main stage for the first three songs by each artist.
The very first act I had the pleasure of seeing...
By Julie Buehler
The truth shall set you free.
In Donald Sterling’s case, the truth of his dark personality and racist views has set off a chain reaction that might free him from NBA team ownership.
The fact that the Clippers’ owner had a 20-something girlfriend and his estranged wife was suing her should have been enough for the NBA to look...
By Flint Wheeler
The NBA Playoffs is a totally different ball game. After a long 82-game season, fans think they know the teams enough and turn into experts who make predictions as to who they think would win a series or win it all. I'm no different. It's been a game that I keep on playing with myself over the...
Goldenvoice Partners Paul Tollett, Skip Paige & Bill Fold to be Honored as “Businesspersons of the Year” at Palm Springs Chamber Installation and Awards Luncheon April 28, 2014
By Amy Blaisdell
Palm Springs is undergoing a historic renaissance as the hippest, most happening resort destination in Southern California and beyond – and much of the city’s success would not be possible...
June 19th, doors open at 6pm, show time 8pm.
On Thursday June 19th at 8pm, The Palm Springs Copa, in association with Some Fabulous Leo's, will present some very funny comedians while raising money for CASA for Riverside County, Inc.. CASA is a non-profit organization which advocates for the rights of abused and neglected children placed in Riverside County’s foster...
THE MAN BEHIND UNIT A RECORDING & ARTS AND THE INTRINSIC DESERT ROCK BAND
By Robin Linn
ROBBIE WALDMAN is a native desert son, deeply entrenched in the art of desert rock, a genre that stretches far beyond geographical borders. He is founding member of the acid rock desert band Waxy and owner of Unit A Recording & Arts studio in...
By Eleni P. Austin
God bless the Power Trio. A genre devised in the late ‘60s, when new amplifier technology made it possible for guitar and bass and drums to achieve a massive sound without rhythm guitar and keyboards.
Cream and Jimi Hendrix Experience were the progenitors. In America, Blue Cheer and Grand Funk achieved the same heavy-osity with less finesse....
By Rebecca Pikus
Danny Heller is a young "emerging" artist who, at an early age, has already achieved national & worldwide recognition for his iconic paintings. He quickly became fascinated with automobiles & architecture, retro & mid-century modernism found in American culture. "I paint the reality of the American environment: how structures once revered for their groundbreaking ideas in design...
By Janet McAfee
As a general rule, you should not feed your dog people food, inspire of his pleading looks at the dinner table. Several foods are extremely toxic to dogs including onions, chocolate, grapes, raisins, processed foods, garlic, macadamia nuts, avocados, and unbaked bread dough. Xylitol artificial sweetener, used in sugar free gum and candy, can also be very...
By Rick Riozza
When you’ve left your heart in San Francisco and you miss that New York state of mind, there’s no better therapy in Palm Springs than to meet, greet, and eat at the newest, most authentic gastropub in the valley.
We’re talking about Appetito Cal-Italian Deli, Bar and Eatery that’s located just off Hwy 111 adjacent to Koffi and...
By Raymond Bill
Working in a fine dining restaurant, I often hear clientele speaking of their experiences at other dining venues and how they compare. The best advertising in the Coachella Valley is Word of Mouth. One name that repeatedly catches my attention is a little Belgian restaurant named, Si Bon. This quaint bistro is located in a shopping center...
By Robin E. Simmons
THE OTHER WOMAN
I so wanted Nick Cassavetes revenge comedy of THE OTHER WOMAN to work. It’s been a while since we’ve had a workable riff on this modern genre but TOW is more an endurance test than a comedy. That is, until about halfway through when Sports Illustrated model and cover girl Kate Upton lights up...
By Heidi Simmons
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Labyrinth
by David Ulin
Fiction
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Every day and every week, Los Angeles Times Senior Book Critic David Ulin must contemplate, consider and critique what he reads and then carefully articulate his thoughts for publication. His seniority has allowed him to pick and choose the books that most appeal to him. His interests are wide and eclectic, making his...
By Sarahyah Yisrael
For those interested in gaining firsthand knowledge of the music industry process, applications for the 2014 Futurenomic Resources Arts Program are now available. Established in 2003, the program provides college students and individuals interested in music careers the opportunity to work as full-time F.R.I. staff members. "Although it's an internship for 11 months, the work experience is...
With an added celebration for military moms, who eat free
Miramonte Resort & Spa, by Destination Hotels & Resorts, pampers mom with a lavish brunch, live entertainment and luxurious spa treatments for Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 11th. In addition military moms receive a special thanks with a free brunch.
In addition to the traditional breakfast fare, brunch specialties include Eggs Benedict,...
By Haddon Libby
May represents one of the most important months of the year for television broadcasters as it is the last ‘ratings sweeps’ period for the broadcast year. Rating sweeps are the time of year when the Nielsen ratings service does a large study of what Americans are watching on television. Viewership is typically tracked via a paper book...
By John Paul Valdez
In June, Desert Hot springs voters will be asked about a ballot initiative referred to as Measure F, a proposed vacant parcel tax increase from $36 per acre to $360, or about 1000 percent. Those in favor of the measure are saying that alternatives do not exist, and that bankruptcy is virtually certain if the measure...
Cinco de Mayo is upon us and it has become a celebration of food, friends and alcohol. Unfortunately, too often the party ends with alcohol-related crashes, injuries and fatalities when people don’t use good judgment and drive after drinking reminds Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna. Make sure you look after yourself and Compadres and have a designated driver or take...
By Dale Gribow
Q: Leaving Stagecoach the wind blew sand in my eye. I swerved and the police stopped me and arrested me for a DUI? Is that legal? It doesn’t seem fair! Steve R, Los Angeles
A: The police need only have probable cause or a reasonable cause to approach you. If you commit a traffic infraction like weaving,...
May in the desert marks a time when many start planning trips outside the area for escape during our hottest months. In determining what to do or where to go, we looked at Zagat’s survey of 224,000 diners in compiling their list of America’s Top 20 Restaurants.
Sushi Ota grabbed the top spot in San Diego. With an average price...
Volunteer actors and others to reach an additional 2,000 Coachella Valley Students
The Alliance for a Healthier Generation has announced its partnership with Coachella Valley BookPALS (Performing Artists for Literacy in Schools) for a new health-based literacy program, “FitKids” to be launched May 5, 2014.
"The Alliance works with more than 80 schools in Coachella Valley, empowering students and staff to...
BY DIANE MARLIN- DIRKX
No, it wasn’t a tsunami that was caused by the desert denizens’ collective exhale as the “Season” trickled down to a precious few events of fundraising folderol, that always includes the clatter of stiletto heels at luncheons, swank cocktail parties, or homey watering hole meet-and greets, appreciative award hand-offs, amusing speechifying about a celebrity or a...
Glamour and golf unite for The Links and Laces Golf Tournament Finals on Eagle Falls Golf Course at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, May 15-17th. The Ultimate Golf Event is open to all golfers in a scramble-format and includes the gorgeous Girls of Golf, celebrity hostesses and professional athletes, nightly pool and themed parties, and awards ceremony.
Space is limited for...
By Karen Creasey
Fear is an intimidating instinct. It almost has a life of its own. It talks to us; it makes our heart beat faster and even at times it controls our choices. Fear is a vital reaction to danger. It helps us protect ourselves from legitimate threats, it keeps us safe. But sometimes, what we fear is far...
Week of May 1
© Copyright 2014 Rob Brezsny
ARIES (March 21-April 19): "Dear Astrologer: We Aries people have an intense fire burning inside us. It's an honor and a privilege. We're lucky to be animated with such a generous share of the big energy that gives life to all of nature. But sometimes the fire gets too wild and strong...
By Bronwyn Ison
You are on the go and eager to grab a quick snack. Pausing for fast food is convenient yet unhealthy. You ponder --- what can be a quick and healthy snack? As a mother and yoga instructor I am on the move and in need of a quick nutritional snack several times a day. A handful of...
By Sunny Simon
Ever watch two kids get in a tussle and be given a time out? I witnessed this occurrence recently. Sentenced to separate spaces two little boys tearfully dragged their tiny feet to the appointed corner to wait out the clock. What happened next can only be attributed to the blissful innocence of childhood. Thirty seconds into the...
By Dr Maria Lombardo
We often hear patients complain that the cost of doing the cosmetic procedures they want is more expensive than they feel they can afford. Botox, for example, needs to be injected more than twice per year to maintain the desired effect. Very often a patient will try (and love!) a product like Botox but won’t come...
Third Generation Country Music Standing on Her Own Two Feet
by Lisa Morgan
Her grandfather's name is carved into the very foundations of country genre and culture. Her father's reputation for rebellion is as widely known and celebrated across the globe as his unique brand of music. One might assume that the granddaughter and daughter of these great American icons would...
Tougher than Others
by Lisa Morgan
I remember the first time I heard Shelby Lynne's effortlessly controlled, rich in range and depth, velvet voice floating over the airwaves of my radio. It was a song about two people calmly dividing up their belongings on the brink of their separation, only to ask the question, "What About the Love We Made? She's...
By Bryan McKinney
The first thing that popped into my mind when I heard that Katey Sagal was bringing her band “The Forest Rangers” to sing at the Stagecoach music festival last year was a picture of Peg Bundy wailing in her nasally voice while gyrating up on stage in a too tight skirt. Who could blame me? The name...
By Lisa Morgan
As with Coachella, I have my "Top 5 Must See" artists at this annual buffet of diverse American music. The selections vary from commercial, cross-genre, radio-pop (i.e. the fast food and dessert items) to traditional roots Americana (the meat and potatoes). Just as there was some heated debate at Coachella regarding EDM vs Rock, and DJ vs...
By Lisa Morgan
We've all heard the admirable term "a Man's Man". Eric Church's reputation goes beyond that in Nashville. There, in the city that represents the best of the best, Eric Church has made himself known as a "Songwriter's Songwriter". That was the message I heard loud and clear as I spoke to co-writers on the single "Dark Side"...
The iconic Budweiser Clydesdales are coming to Indio, CA, this Friday, April 25, through April 27. To celebrate their 81st anniversary with Anheuser-Busch this year, the Clydesdales will appear at multiple community events while in Indio. This week, the world-famous red wagon and team of eight Budweiser Clydesdales will appear at events such as the Stagecoach Music Festival on...
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