By Denise Ortuno Neil
On the streets of the Coachella Valley, under bridges and in camps, there are people living a different life than most. They have come on hard times for a multitude of reasons and no two stories are the same. But thanks to the dedication of the Street Life Project, this population of the Coachella Valley has...
By Denise Ortuno Neil
It’s not well known to most, but behind the scenes of the foster care system there are people at work insuring the rights of children who are sometimes left without a voice. They are the advocates at CASA, Court Appointed Special Advocates, and they are introducing new board members and a special fundraising event in January...
By Phil Lacombe
Name: Raymond Thi Gomez .... I go by (SAVAGE).
Where you tat: I currently tattoo out of Art & Ink Tattoo Studio in Coachella and Indio.
Why you started tattooing: I’ve always drawn, but I started by drawing pics for people when I was 17 and they would get them tatted. A year went by when I turned 18...
2ND ANNUAL SANTA PAWS 5K RUN/WALK TO BENEFIT GUIDE DOGS OF THE DESERT
Spread the cheer-Santa Claus is coming to town! Join us for the 2nd Annual SANTA PAWS 5K, Saturday, December 21st in Palm Springs-BENEFITTING GUIDE DOGS OF THE DESERT. Awesome fun event -Santa suit, event shirt, Santa photo, goodie bag and milk and cookies at the finish line....
By Julie Buehler
Let’s say you’re Mr. or Ms. Most Eligible Bachelor/Bachelorette in your hometown.
Let’s say you think rather highly of your well-dressed, Audi-driving, Harvard-educated self and are seeking a new special someone in your life.
Let’s say you think most members of the opposite sex would drop their current partner for a chance to call you their one-and-only.
Now, let’s shift...
By Flint Wheeler
If you have watched any of the major tennis tournaments on TV the few past years, you may be wondering, “Where are all the Americans?” Sadly, the majority of them have either packed their bags and gone home, or moved on to the next tour stop before even reaching the second round. There has been much talk...
By Eleni P Austin
Has it really been 22 years since Pearl Jam released their debut, Ten? It seems like only yesterday when the Seattle five piece (along with Soundgarden and Nirvana) introduced the Pacific Northwest Grunge scene to mainstream America.
There’s a bit of a “Cinderella” element to Pearl Jam’s origin story. Guitarist Stone Gossard and bassist Jeff Ament rose...
By Janet McAfee
Two little dogs in the Coachella Valley are still waiting for a home, two years after they were rescued from high kill shelters. While other dogs dream of a new bone or a squeaky toy in their Christmas stockings, Johnny and Shawna's hope is for a family and a home where they belong. Maybe this season their...
By Rick Riozza
It’s always fun to imagine spending the holidays in Italy—but getting the entire family over there defies logistics. Of course, San Francisco isn't too far away and they've got great Italian fare & haunts all around town at the best restaurants and at great hole-in-wall places; and think about North Beach and at the Wharf. But sometimes...
By Raymond Bill
One of the most enticing amenities Palm Springs has to offer is its variety of boutique hotels and restaurants. As a local, one can indulge in a mini vacation to include spa packages and fine dining without leaving the valley. A new favorite of mine is the Colony Palms Hotel on Indian Canyon Drive downtown Palm Springs....
By Robin E. Simmons
Some seasonal thoughts on the sacred and the profane
Before recorded history, there’s little doubt that our ancestors celebrated and probably sacrificed their kinsmen, virgins and enemies (among other living things) at the time of the winter solstice. This was done in the hope that the “sun would return” and once again the land will blossom. Every...
By Heidi Simmons
It’s that time of year when the obligation of gift giving can take the fun out of the holiday. But there is a simple solution for the “giver” who is challenged with a variety of finicky “receivers.” And it only takes one shopping trip – to the great bookstore Barnes & Noble.
Books are a wonderful gift idea....
By Haddon Libby
This week’s article is going to be mediocre. Hopefully it will rally toward the end although I wouldn't count on it.
I sort of wanted this week’s article to be better but with holiday obligations and not getting enough sleep and business obligations and some personal stuff, I’m just not feeling it…not to mention does anyone really care...
By John Paul Valdez
In order to understand what a Bitcoin is one has to have some understanding of currencies in general. First, "Bitcoin" is a brand name. There are several decentralized virtual currencies, which is what a Bitcoin is, but this brand has most of the market as it pushed the idea to where it is becoming more of...
By Dale Gribow
Thieves are very inventive during the Christmas Holiday Season. Here are some scams going around as of December 2013.
REMEMBER WHAT YOUR PARENTS TAUGHT YOU: If it SOUNDS too good to be true it is a SCAM.
For instance:
You did not win the lottery in Spain, The Netherlands, Canada or anywhere else. You didn’t buy a ticket did you?
A...
By Bruce Cathcart
Many years ago I had a real taskmaster for a stepdad. Being the “Tom Sawyer of fence painting” type of kid, he would always say to me, “give a lazy man a job and he will find the easiest way out of it!” The good thing about holiday home traditions is that that by definition they involve...
Were all kids at heart, but one of the first questions you should ask “is the Toy age appropriate says Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna.” It's essential to adhere to the age guidelines indicated on toy packaging, because even a toy for a 3-year-old could have parts too small for a 2-year-old to handle properly. Are there any small, loose...
Last Tuesday, December 10th, the Riverside County Board of Supervisors voted 5-0 in support of lifting the ban on food trucks across the County. Riverside County was the last county in the state banning this type of business. The lifting of this ban was due to the hard work of Supervisor Kevin Jeffries who represents cities such as Riverside...
By Jennifer Tan AKA Mrs Fett
Anyone who knows me knows I have a borderline stalker obsession with Little Big Planet. So, when Media Molecule (creators of Little Big Planet) came out with Tearaway, I bought it. I also bought a PS Vita, JUST to play Tearaway. And it was worth it!
You play as a You. Not you as in...
By Patte Purcell
I'm impressed! I have written restaurant and club reviews for years but for the first time, I must begin with an accolade. As I stepped into VUE Grille & Bar located in the Indian Wells Golf Resort, I noted a refreshing hip ambiance. The trendy yet luxurious interior gives a nod to the colors and feel of...
Week of December 19
© Copyright 2013 Rob Brezsny
ARIES (March 21-April 19): "Life is best organized as a series of daring ventures from a secure base," wrote psychologist John Bowlby. Some of you Aries enjoy the "daring venture" part of that formula, but neglect the "secure base" aspect. That's why your daring ventures may on occasion go awry. If you...
By Bronwyn Ison
As we approach the years end we generally like to rejuvenate. New Year’s proclamations are set and often kept. Yet, many are broken because we place unrealistic expectations for ourselves. Planning realistically the changes you would like to make will determine your success. Commencing with short-term goals may be a route you should...
By Sunny Simon
When I first heard about vision boards, the right and left side of my brain began a battle. My right lobe knew I was attracted to magazines with glossy colorful pictures. Since childhood I loved the process of cutting, pasting and day-dreaming so why not create a vision board? The left side of my brain countered that...
Dear Dr. Kadile, I’m trying to eat healthy during this holiday season and increase my fruits and vegetables. That includes fruitcake, right?
-Scott, Bermuda Dunes
Scott, the classic fruit cake associated with the holidays may contain a lot of fruit, but it also has plenty of sugar, butter, corn syrup and sometimes alcohol such as rum. A slice of fruitcake may...
By Tracy Dietlin
Cover an Photos by Chris Miller (Imagine Imagery). Taken at the Riviera Hotel in Palm Springs
During my first interview, I sat down with Astrella, her husband Jason Rothberg (producer), Tommy Flanagan (“Chibs” on Sons of Anarchy), Rob Patterson (guitarist OTEP, Korn, solo projects),and Dean Karr (photographer of Astrella’s fashion shoot that day, for her soon to be...
By Heidi Simmons
Heading north bound on Palm Drive just after Two Bunch Trail, the clear wide sky and pristine shadowed hills of Desert Hot Springs become tangible on the exterior wall of the new Save-A-Pet Animal Hospital. Here a loyal German Shepard, a playful Orange tabby cat and a lumbering tortoise greet passers-by.
“So many people honk and wave,” said...
By Robin Linn
If you like your music heavy, and you insist upon master musicianship.....you don't want to miss House of Broken Promises featuring guitarist and frontman Arthur Seay, drummer Mike Cancino and bassist/vocalist Joe Mora. The presentation is fiery and the music is in your face....not for the faint of heart. My predisposition for heavy music has made Arthur...
COMEDY NIGHT AT AZUL STARRING LA’S HOTTEST COMICS
DECEMBER 14, 2013
Comedy Night at Azul Starring LA's Hottest Comics announces its Saturday, December 14, show featuring comic stars CARLEASE BURKE of Showtime’s Shameless, ABC Family’s Switched at Birth and Fox’s The Mindy Project, CINDY BURNS, recently selected by Joan Rivers as the “Next Breakout Star”, and of The Tonight Show...
At Indio Chamber of Commerce. 500 Artist Signed Posters On Sale Now
The Indio Chamber of Commerce recently unveiled the 28th Annual 2014 Southwest Arts Festival® Poster at the Chamber offices. Chamber members and board members, local business owners, media and the public attended. This was an exciting event for fans of the Southwest Arts Festival® who have collected the...
By Julie Buehler
The 16-0 New England Patriots set the 2007 NFL season a blaze with new records, scorching previously held highs and were approaching a perfect season in Glendale, Arizona for Super Bowl XLII. Tom Brady and Wes Welker and Randy Moss and some other dudes no one remembers because they played on the other side of the ball...
By Flint Wheeler
Tiger Woods still has Jack Nicklaus' record of 18 major wins in his sights, even though he has not been able to add to his own tally of 14 for five years.
Woods, 37, once looked like a lock to sail past Nicklaus' mark and set new standards in the sport but after he returned from injury to...
By Denise Ortuno Neil
Holiday giving meets party time when Tg Tattoo in Cathedral City conducts a toy drive for Toys for Tots on Friday, December 13th, in association with The Outpost Tavern.
The Tattoo Gallery is in their 5th year of business as a premier tattoo shop in Cathedral City, providing the best in tattoo services by expert artists. “We...
By Phil Lacombe
Name: James Haun
Where you tat: I currently tattoo at Adornment in Palm Springs.
Why you started tattooing: When I was 15 years old I got a tattoo by a girl who was also 15 and I remember seeing her "kitchen magician" tattoo setup and thinking to myself ‘wow I could do that.’ Turns out I was right. After...
Each December, lovers of Christmas music from all corners of the Coachella Valley flock to the California Desert Chorale’s holiday concert… a Christmas present that brings joy to everyone.
This year, the Chorale presents “Handel-ing The Holidays,” a festival of traditional Christmas favorites, glorious selections from Handel’s “Messiah” and other special treats guaranteed to make your season bright.
The foremost mixed-voice...
Article and Photos By Scott Pam
Calling on their roots in heavy metal, grunge, hip-hop, punk and funk, Skitzo Attack has created their own niche in the realm of rock. With followers around the world and over 36 live performances under their belts at some of the larger venues in Southern California, they are getting the attention of those looking...
By Eric The Red
Hardcore, Deathcore, Math Metal, Djent. There are a lot of names being thrown around the metal scene that can be used to classify bands. Preferring to be categorized as Deathcore, Beneath The Veil is the epitome of ferocity. With down-tempo, syncopated rhythms and vocals that would terrify a yeti, Beneath The Veil is staking their claim...
By Eric The Red
I’ve been handed, for the second time, an interview that I am completely ecstatic about. This week, I had the great privilege to interview Henry Sanchez, the vocalist for Sangre. These guys were playing metal when I was still in grade school. From Sanchez, I got the lowdown on the band’s favorite venues, what they consider...
By Eleni P. Austin
It’s hard to believe Jonathan Rice is 30 years old. This kid has the best of both worlds, his fresh-faced countenance means he will probably spend the next ten years being carded at bars, but his youthful appearance belies a lifetime of experience.
Jonathan Rice was born in Virginia to Scottish parents. His youth was split between...
By Janet McAfee
I hesitate to call them the "Vick" dogs, not wanting to use the name of the man who tortured and brutally killed their kennel mates in one of the nation's most notorious dog fighting rings. They are better described as the Victory Dogs, animals that overcame the most horrendous of conditions to heal and triumph over their...
By Rick Riozza
Just when we thought we had the wine list covered for Christmas and New Year’s, it hits us that we may need a bit more. And when we think more—what comes to mind? Well—it’s that behemoth of a wine store that’s taller than City Hall; wider than the Indian Wells Tennis Garden; longer than a locomotive train,...
On December 13th One-of-a-kind Franciscan “Blending” Reception and Dinner
Miramonte Resort & Spa continues “Le Serate di Vino” wine dinner series with custom blended wines from Napa Valley’s Franciscan Estates on December 13. Known for Bordeaux varietals with refreshing character and bold expression, the world-class Franciscan wine will be paired with the culinary specialties of Executive Chef Adam Votaw.
Guests will...
It's official. There is now a new VUE in Indian Wells.
VUE Grille and Bar debuted Dec. 5 at the Indian Wells Golf Resort and now offers an updated seasonal farm-to-table menu designed by Executive Chef Cale Falk, and new craft cocktails and beers in the bar, along with spectacular views of the surrounding desert and Santa Rosa Mountains.
More than...
By Robin E. Simmons
LONE SURVIVOR
Brutal and intense, writer-director Peter Berg’s superb combat film, based on the vivid New York Times bestselling tale of heroism, takes a look at the 19 American deaths – and lone survivor – of an ill-fated incident in the Hindu Kush region of Afghanistan.
Bloody and poetic, the incredible true story follows four Navy SEALS on...
By Heidi Simmons
A thousand books a week are submitted to the Los Angeles Times for possible review. The editorial staff of four looks at every book submitted from mainstream and independent publishers. For now, self-published books are not covered.
David Ulin is currently lead Book Critic for the LA Times and served as editor of the Sunday Book Review section...
By Haddon Libby
What differentiates a successful entrepreneur from the rest?
Amy Morin, a noted psychotherapist who is published widely on mental health issues says that the key differentiating factor is mental toughness. Mental toughness is more than tenacity and hard work. It definitely does not include acting rude, treating others with disrespect or behaving like a bully. As much as...
Founded in 1984, this family-owned business started as one pizzeria in Portland, Oregon. Over the last twenty-nine years, HotLips has grown to 135 employees across five pizzerias, a number of food trucks, a shared commissary kitchen and a bottling operation for its award-winning micro-brewed sodas.
HotLips has united with ShareKitchen in expanding their products into the Southern California market. ShareKitchen...
Yes you can and will receive Jail as part of your sentence!!!
By Dale Gribow
During the holidays many of our neighbors will attend the office or neighbor’s party without thinking about the consequences. They, as well as tourists, will drink and not use good judgment. These drivers will drink more than they should or more than they realize and many...
By Bruce Cathcart
A friend of mine called me the other day and said he thought his wife might be going crazy. I quickly put on my amateur psychiatrist hat and asked, “What seems to be the problem?” He told me that his wife kept waking him up in the middle of the night and telling him that she could...
By John Paul Valdez
You would think the answer is obvious, but it is more subtle than you’d imagine at first glance. When you hear about seven percent unemployment right now, they are referring to the percent of the population that would normally be working right now. The elderly, retired persons, disabled people, persons that are not documented, and the...
“Now that the outdoor decorations are in place, let’s look at a few indoor safety tips says Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna.” When purchasing an artificial tree, look for the label “Fire Resistant.” When purchasing a live tree, check for freshness. When setting up a tree at home, place it away from fireplaces and radiators. “Heated rooms dry live trees...
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