By Robin E. Simmons
I, FRANKENSTEIN
I’m pretty sure no one sets out to make an intentionally bad film, but you have to wonder at some of the movies that actually reach our neighborhood screens. Last week I – and many others -- had such high hopes for this reboot of the Frankenstein mythos. The notion of Aaron “Two Face”...
By Heidi Simmons
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Running With Monsters
By Bob Forrest
Memoir
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With long orange curls that tuft from under a fedora and thick, black horn-rimmed glasses, Bob Forrest is certainly someone you notice right away. He has an aura about him and it’s not just his colorful hair. You don’t have to know who he is, to know this man has a story to...
Palm Springs prepares for firsts and sophistication in celebration of Black History Month 2014
"No Dorothy you are not in Kansas anymore, you are in Palm Springs and The Palm Springs Black History Committee is set to kick off Black History Month in Palm Springs with a bang!" February is normally the official national recoginized month to celebrate Black History,...
Bruce Vilanch To Star in Musical Theatre University's Production of Hairspray
(January 31-February 2) Emmy winning actor/comedian Bruce Vilanch joins several Broadway Veterans and the students of Musical Theatre University in their very first fully-staged musical production, HAIRSPRAY. Vilanch will reprise his critically acclaimed turn as Edna Turnblad in the Tony Award winning musical, based on the cult film by...
Death and taxes - two things you can be certain of unless you are a corporation1 or a credit union.2
The IRS began accepting tax returns for the 2013 tax year on Friday, January 31st. This is one day later than last year and nine days later than the year before. This year’s delay is due to the government shutdown...
The Certified Farmers’ Markets will be celebrating Real Food Week in the Coachella Valley from February 5th through the 9th. Real Food Week is a celebration of healthy foods that are locally sourced and produced in ecologically sound and humane ways.
At the Farmers’ Markets in Palm Desert on Wednesday, Palm Springs on Saturday and La Quinta on Sunday...
By Dale Gribow
To say Justin Bieber is having “some issues” is a gross understatement. He is fortunate this DUI incident occurred in Miami, Florida rather than California. The Bieb was arrested in Florida for a DUI, not cooperating with the police and drag racing. Two of his “henchman” were blocking off the streets so there would be no traffic....
By Bruce Cathcart
January for the Coachella Valley real estate market is usually a month of recovery. Traditionally from Thanksgiving through New Year's Eve a large number of home buyers, both investors and owner occupants, take a break from shopping for houses and focus their spending on the holidays. This usually lingers for a week or two into January before...
You Can Be a Winning Player in this Year’s Super Bowl by Following this Game Plan.
As you Coach and prepare 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...
By Jennifer Tan AKA Mrs Fett
“Crafted by one of the co-creators of Call of Duty and other key developers behind the Call of Duty franchise, Titanfall is among the most highly anticipated games of 2014, having been shrouded in mystery for nearly three years. The visionaries at Respawn have drawn inspiration from their proven experience in first-person action gaming,...
KMIR, the NBC affiliate in the Coachella Valley, has revealed major reinvestment in local news. The station’s new owner, OTA Broadcasting, has announced that beginning Wednesday, January 29th, KMIR will add a one-hour newscast weekdays at 11 a.m. to be called KMIR Midday. Gloria Rodriguez and Thalia Hayden of KMIR Today will serve as anchors.
“It’s another example of our...
Week of January 30
© Copyright 2014 Rob Brezsny
ARIES (March 21-April 19): On my fifteenth birthday, I finally figured out that eating dairy products was the cause of my chronic respiratory problems. From that day forward, I avoided foods made from cow's milk. My health improved. I kept up this regimen for years. But a month ago, I decided to...
By Sunny Simon
The other night I attended a panel discussion based on Sheryl Sandberg’s book, “Lean In.” It was an interesting and lively dialogue leaving me with many valuable take-aways. One of comments that resonated with me came from a panelist named Stacy, a licensed physical therapist.
Pertaining to her treatment of stroke patients, Stacy explained if they are comfortable...
Dear Dr. Kadile, I know antibiotics do not work for the common cold, but what about when my mucus turns green?
-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 must frustrating medical myths primary care physicians encounter in their practices. Since we are now into...
By Ellen Paris
For the 28th year, the Indio Chamber of Commerce once again hosts one of the area’s oldest fine arts festivals. The 2014 Southwest Arts Festival® takes place at one of the Valley’s most beautiful venues, the Empire Polo Club in Indio. On January 24, 25 and 26th, over 250 artists will sell and showcase their work in...
By Heidi Simmons
In the Coachella Valley, human trafficking is not just in our backyard; it’s happening right under our noses. If you find that hard to believe, just ask survivors Kassandra, Alyssa and Ashley.
At a recent event held at UCR Palm Desert, sponsored by SafeHouse of the Desert, Operation SafeHouse and Kaiser Permanente, three brave women, for the first...
By Heidi Simmons
In the span of one year, the First Annual Rancho Mirage Writers Festival came to brilliant fruition.
Behind the Writers Festival idea, were Jamie Kabler and Susan Rosser. Armed with the exciting notion of seeing their favorite authors and with some seed money from friends, Kabler and Rosser went to the Rancho Mirage City Council where the idea...
By Andrea Carter
The 4th Annual Warburton Celebrity Golf Tournament will return to the Coachella Valley with a weekend of stars, songwriters, rock legends and golf on February 27-March 2, 2014. Presented by HighTower, the tournament benefits St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®– one of the world’s premier centers for research and treatment of pediatric cancer and other deadly diseases. The...
By Julie Buehler
I’ve got my bags packed and ticket punched for the celebration of Super Bowl XLVIII in New York City and I’m happy to report that the Denver Broncos and Seattle Seahawks are both joining me (or something like that).
The Broncos beat the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship game and the Seahawks beat the San Francisco...
By Flint Wheeler
Serena Williams had a back complaint she tried to conceal before Sunday, but Ana Ivonovic noticed quickly that the best serve in women's tennis wasn't coming in as fast as expected, and started taking big swipes.
The No. 14-seeded Ivanovic ended Williams' bid for a sixth Australian and 18th Grand Slam title with a 4-6, 6-3, 6-3 victory...
By Tracy Dietlin
Many of our readers and several of my columnists and feature writers have pushed me to be more vocal in 2014. So as Owner/Publisher/Editor of CV Weekly I will be bringing back my "Publisher's Pick" column as often as possible. On occasion, I run across people, places or things that really impress me, but I don't have...
By Craig Michaels
The union of this musical dynamic duo began in 1971 at the Mission Inn in Riverside. Richard Byford was the resident singer at the Glennwood Tavern, an English pub in the Mission Inn. Mary Avery came in one night with a choir group from the University of California Riverside. The group asked if Mary could sing a...
By Denise Ortuno Neil
The Coachella Valley has fast become a music mecca of sorts. With grand festivals and talent galore, locals and visitors alike are enjoying the entertainment that the desert has to offer. Now producer David Ross is bringing desert music to the visual forefront with his Net TV show, Coachella Valley Music Show.
With so many choices of...
By Noe Gutierrez
I’ve written for Coachella Valley Weekly for almost one year and have penned a considerable amount of articles on a diverse selection of musical artists in our area. From adult contemporary to metal I have done my best to showcase our preeminent performers and challenge our collective musical palette. My intent has been to progress as a...
By Robin Linn
Mike Riley, along with long-time musical partner Jason Burns, has been making music around the desert for more than two decades now. Growing older, gaining new responsibilities as an adult, and going about the business of life can detour even the most ambitious musicians from what seems to be their life-path. For Mike, the life of an...
By Eleni P. Austin
Trying to find a quick cure to combat the mid-winter blues? Call off the search, a musical elixir has arrived courtesy Sir Madam. It’s their freshly released debut, Crooked Teeth.
Following the Blues/Punk Rock paradigm pioneered by the White Stripes and Black Keys, Sir Madam is a bare-bones duo, who pack a powerful punch. But rather than...
Greater Palm Springs -- from the High Desert to the Low Desert -- all of Coachella Valley -- is fast becoming an International Cultural Destination!
We all know Palm Springs is a Mecca for Celebrity Golf Tournaments, International Tennis Championships, 5-Star Restaurants, International Polo Matches, Classic Car Shows, Billionnaire's Airport -- Palm Springs International Film Festival, Modernism Week & great...
By Janet McAfee
Last summer we visited and reported on Living Free, an idyllic 153-acre sanctuary for rescue dogs and cats located in the scenic mountains above Palm Springs in Mountain Center. Many of their animals are rescued from overcrowded public shelters where they may face euthanasia. Others are abandoned and neglected, and begin to thrive after they receive medical...
By Rick Riozza
Almost everyone in the valley has seen the large stand-alone Mediterranean-style building on the north side of Interstate 10 off of Cook Avenue in Palm Desert. Sometimes mistaken for a hotel, it is The Classic Club owned by the Berger Foundation and houses the celebrated golf club where play is on its renowned Arnold Palmer designed course....
By Raymond Bill
Twice in one week, I was asked if I had been to a new restaurant offering Gourmet Burgers and great cocktails. This is how everyone seems to refer to Eureka Restaurant in Indian Wells. I am not a burger person (though I have been known to visit the In N Out drive through a time or two),...
By Robin E. Simmons
There’s nothing like the anticipation of a new movie that connects with some spark of personal interest. We are all voyeurs hoping to share in some common dream. My impression is that at this writing, the two most talked about movies are Derek Garth’s GODZILLA (set for a midsummer release), and Christopher Nolan’s INTERSTELLAR, his sci-fi...
By Heidi Simmons
Congratulations to the planners, organizers, authors and attendees for creating a successful and delightful First Annual Rancho Mirage Writers Festival. Everyday was filled with interesting attendees and fascinating authors discussing their books and the writing experience.
With over 20 authors present, here is a taste of a few writers, their books and their talks held at...
Dona Marie Thorman Passed away on 12-22-13 after a long battle with liver disease.
She was born in Saginaw Michigan on 05-23-1954.
Dona married her husband Tom on April 22 1989 and they were still together until the end.
Dona is survived by; her husband Tom, 3 step children Tawny, Jason and Brittany, 5 grandchildren, Hayden, Holly, Logan, Emily and Nixon, her...
By Patte Purcell
CV Weekly sponsored Slim Man King of the Springs show and Slim Man Birthday Party was joined by BB Ingle's 30th Annual "Classy- Par-tee". This event is always held on the Saturday Night of the Humana Golf Tournament. Over 500 people attended.
Everyone was blown away by the gorgeous setting and venue in the Pavilion. What more is...
HAVE FUN & HELP ANIMALS! DESERT HORIZONS COUNTRY CLUB PRESENTS THE LETTERMEN IN CONCERT TO RAISE FUNDS FOR NON PROFIT ANIMAL RESCUE GROUP
Grab your guy or gal, polish your dancing shoes, and get ready for a memorable night with Reunion, formerly known as The Lettermen, for a not-to-be-missed concert that will raise much-needed funds for Keeping Animals Safe Everyday...
By Haddon Libby
Are you of the opinion that our State Legislature and Assembly in California are a bunch of do-nothings? Think again. While they may not be tackling issues like job creation, reducing bureaucratic red tape or resolving unsustainable debt levels, they were busy creating 800 new laws that went into effect with the start of the new year.
Assembly Bill...
Coachella Valley Women’s Business Center
Writing a Winning Buisiness Plan
Wednesday, January 29th
5:30PM to 7:30PM
77-806 Flora Rd, Suite A
Palm Desert, CA 92211
Cost of $20.00
Contact: Kim Scanion 760-345-9200
Your participation in this introductory workshop will set you on the road to success. Whether you are just beginning the business plan writing process, or putting on the...
By Dale Gribow
On Sunday January 19, 2014 the Desert Sun took my lead and discussed recent Scams and ID Theft schemes during this time of the year.
They used many ideas that I have written about in the past, but for those of you that did not read my earlier legal columns on this subject or do not read the...
It’s MLK, Jr Day, and many are spending the day in service to others. Writing for this publication is only one of my community efforts, and this column is being written today with some new horizons.
This week I will be interviewed by MainStreet.com on the effects of the Affordable Care Act on taxes. This time of year brings many...
Drought and extreme fire conditions in January? Generally this time of year we focus on storm preparedness, safe driving in the rain, flood safety and erosion concerns says Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna. But drought? Droughts are also persisting elsewhere. Portions of Colorado, New Mexico, Nevada, Kansas, Texas, Utah, Arkansas, Hawaii, Idaho, and Oklahoma are drought prone as well. "Will...
By Jennifer Tan AKA Mrs Fett
We all know Alice was one of the greatest titles release on PC, 10 years ago. So, with a standard set so high, it is easy to see why so many people have bashed the newly released sequel, Alice: Madness Returns. Now that I have had the chance to play, and really emerge myself...
THE WELL® Spa at Miramonte Resort & Spa Introduces Two New Treatments for 2014 to Promote Total Relaxation and Glamorously Glowing Skin
THE WELL Spa, Miramonte Resort’s award-winning luxury spa, debuts the “Sticks & Stones” massage and the “Red Carpet” facial for the new year. These therapeutic new treatments increase the range of wellness services already offered on the celebrated...
Week of January 23
© Copyright 2014 Rob Brezsny
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Actor Casey Affleck appreciates the nurturing power of his loved ones. "My family would be supportive," he says, "if I said I wanted to be a Martian, wear only banana skins, make love to ashtrays, and eat tree bark." I'd like to see you cultivate allies like that...
By Bronwyn Ison
You have a finely tuned workout routine and you are feeling pretty good about staying on task. This is rejuvenating you and you should be proud of yourself. I would venture to guess your exercise regimen does not include stretching. How important is it to add stretching to your exercise routine? In my personal and professional opinion,...
By Sunny Simon
There are various methods of attacking a goal and bringing it to fruition. One successful strategy is the “no exception rule.” A client, let’s call her Amanda is a perfect role model. By employing this philosophy, she maintains total dedication to her weight loss goal. Amanda is the only person I know who not only nixed the...
By Dr Maria Lombardo
The face ages in two distinct ways… 1) we lose volume, or fullness, leaving the face looking hollow and thin and then 2) our skin loses elasticity so it drops with gravity. The drooping skin is made to look even worse because, with the volume loss, there is less “holding up” the skin in the right,...
DR BOBBY BHASKER-RAO IS CHANGING PEOPLES LIVES ONE POUND AT A TIME, ROBOTICALLY
By TJ Johnson
Many people have New Year’s resolutions to lose weight, for many it becomes their resolution year after year. If you’re looking for a new healthier you in the New Year, you have a cutting edge solution offered by one of the best surgeons in the...
By Heidi Simmons
Dr. Ruiz is Congressman Raul Ruiz and he has been serving the 36th congressional district for just one year. Yet his service to the Coachella Valley has been for much, much longer.
Raised in Coachella, the valley’s farthest eastern incorporated city, Ruiz’s parents exemplified hard work, dedication and duty, instilling in their son a love and respect for...
By Judith Salkin
Imagine being a 22-year-old woman and, for the most part, getting your dream job from one of the first demo tapes you sent out.
But that’s pretty much what happened to Danielle Gersh who started as the weekend weather anchor at KESQ last September.
“When I was growing up my family used to come out to Palm Springs all...
By Denise Ortuno Neil
Marketing and public relations in business is essential to insure success. To get your name out there through unique and creative ways can make the difference between getting the most out of your venture or not. Andrea Carter & Associates Strategic Marketing leads the way in assisting businesses to get their message across with innovation and...
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