Delicious edibles inundate us at this time of the year and the temptation is fierce. Each little treat you indulge yourself in can overwhelm you. With three weeks left in 2012 you may consider scaling down on what you are eating. A little here a little there may be insurmountable to burn off in 2013.
Eating healthy and being consciousness...
Year-end is a time of lists and awards where we look back over the past year and give special recognition to the best and worst at any number of things. In that spirit, let’s take a look at the best and worst businesses to work for as well as the jobs where we most trust and distrust those serving...
by Mike Livingston; Host, The Clubhouse Radio Show
Although the 2012 PGA Tour schedule has ended there are still always things going on in the world of golf. Rory McIlroy continues to dominate the news…..picking-up awards weekly, it seems. This week it was the Golf Writer’s Trophy which comes from the English press as the European PGA Tour player of...
Week of December 13
© Copyright 2012 Rob Brezsny
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Can you manage to be both highly alert and deeply relaxed? Could you be wildly curious and yet also serenely reflective? Can you imagine yourself being extra hungry to crack life's secrets but also at peace with your destiny exactly the way it is? If you can honestly...
The next coming weeks will prove to be entertaining, and give us a true sense of the winter spirit. Local schools across the valley are diligently practicing and fine tuning their winter program performances for your enjoyment. High schools, middle schools, even some elementary schools are working hard to bring that special moment to their parents, classmates, school staff,...
Born and raised in the Coachella Valley, DJ Bigster, whose real name is Mario Nuno, was really into cars like many boys going to Cathedral City high school. Bigster loved everything about cars from working on them to doing custom body work. All that changed once he graduated from high school and moved to Las Vegas to hang out...
We often read about the generous things some people do for complete strangers during the Christmas Season. But the opposite is also true. This is the time of the year when crooks come out of the woodwork. With the “down economy” many people are hurting and committing crimes they might not have performed if they had a job. Merchants...
“I don’t need no rhinestone suit, someone else can hang
it on the wall/I don’t need the marquee sign, I don’t need my
name in lights.”
That’s Ryan Bingham rejecting the trappings of Nashville
stardom and opting to follow the Outlaw trail blazed by forefathers
like Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings and Townes Van Zandt.
At the age of 31, Ryan Bingham has already weathered a...
A List of Authors, Their Books And Those Who Will Love Them
Book Review by Heidi Simmons
I love the look and feel of a bound book. The smell of the paper, the cover art and the excitement of getting involved in a compelling narrative is one of life’s great pleasures. I like having books around. Some are very good friends...
By Lisa Morgan
Next Saturday, should you see an entire herd of Santa Claus/Santa Clauses/Santa Cli running and walking along Fred Waring Drive in Palm Desert, do not panic! Santa has simply enlisted like hearted helpers like you and me to participate in the spectacular Great Santa Run and Kris Kringle Walk supporting the incredible work of the Desert Friends...
WHO: Loving All Animals
WHAT: ‘Once In a Century’ – Open House/Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
WHEN: 12/12/12 @ 12:00 noon
WHERE: BG Place, 73550 Alessandro Drive, Palm Desert
‘ONCE IN A CENTURY’ EVENT TO FEATURE THE “DIRTY DOZEN”
Loving All Animals, Inc. will hold a “once in a century” event. Join Loving All Animals at their new headquarters for “12-12-12 @ 12”. To introduce interested...
ALERT: Desert Wind Medieval Combat Group has announced plans to "raid" the opening weekend of the forthcoming "Hobbit" film!
Just who are these Desert Wind people, and how can they get away with raiding a peaceful theater?
According to their website desertwindgroup.webs.com, and their Facebook page "Desert Wind", they describe themselves this way:
"Desert Wind is a combat group associated with the...
Breakfast with Santa, Saturday, December 8, 9am-10am
Dine with St. Nick at the coolest restaurant in town! Enjoy Breakfast with Santa at Richie's Real American Diner Saturday, December 8 from 9am-10am. Kids 2-12 are just $5 for Reindeer Cakes & Red Sleighs - buttermilk pancakes & bacon with North Pole Cocoa (chocolate milk) or Melted Tree Top Snow (Apple Juice)....
February, 23rd, 2013 at Empire Polo Club
Indio, CA: The Empire Music Ventures is pleased to announce the 2nd Annual Rhythm, Wine and Brews Festival on Saturday, February 23rd, 2013. Live music will create a backdrop of rhythm and blues as guests enjoy an afternoon of wine and beer tasting at the beautiful Empire Polo Club.
American blues icon, B.B. King, will...
By H. Simmons
Molly Ringwald, the iconic teen of the eighties, is all grown up. Though still primarily known for her acting roles in the now classic coming of age films, Pretty in Pink, Sixteen Candles and The Breakfast Club, Ringwald has successfully moved on from childhood stardom.
Today, Ringwald is forty-four years old, a wife and a mother of three. ...
by Rick Riozza
As wine comes home for the holidays, you may wish to add to the fun and enjoyment with the new crop of wine-related toys, games and gifts. Purchasing a nice bottle of wine as a gift is always welcomed, and wine appreciation is so enjoyable that the other “stuff” surrounding the vino can be entertaining as well.
Just...
by Lola Rossi-Meza
In addition to performing at various venues, non-profit and private events, Entertainer Steve DiTullio has been the Emcee for The Palm Springs Voice Talent Contest over the past two months. The contest is being held at the HooDoo Lounge, 285 North Palm Canyon Drive in Palm Springs. Hundreds of people have been in attendance to watch the...
by Mike Livingston; Host, The Clubhouse Radio Show
One of the strangest years in college football in sometime became a bit clearer this past week as the SEC Championship game wrapped-up with another Alabama win against Georgia, this time on the road in the Georgia Dome. In a game where it appeared Georgia would finally break through and take what...
Have you noticed the letter ratings in the windows of places that sell food? The County of Riverside Department of Environmental Health (DOEH) has been making unannounced safety inspections of places that serve food since 1963 and assigning those letter grades.
An “A” grade is the only passing score with 100 points meaning no violations of any health code or...
COPPOLA COLLECTION DAZZLES
Lionsgate Home Entertainment has obtained the distribution rights to some of the best works from one of cinema’s most influential and iconic filmmakers. Five of Francis Ford Coppola’s films are now available for the first time together on Blu-ray. The collection includes:
APOCALYPSE NOW and APOCALYPSE NOW REDUX
Widely praised by critics and movie buffs as “one of the...
It is not unusual for someone to acquire a pet from a relative who can no longer care for them. Michelle Brewer responded with an emphatic "No" when a relative called about a small puppy she could no longer keep. The dog was an adorable terrier-poodle mix. Michelle explained to her family member that she had never before in...
Workshop Kitchen and Bar
After some good and bad dining experiences in Palm Springs, I have decided that I should do a little more research on where to find the best restaurants in the west end of our valley. With many new restaurants and some old favorites to choose from, I realize I could dine at a different restaurant in...
By: Bronwyn Ison
December is here and to some this does not mean holiday cheer. The holidays can produce a level of angst in all of us. We will be shopping for Christmas, attending parties and school functions, as well as preparing for the New Year. December is one of the busiest times of the year. Despite all the chaos...
By Lisa Morgan
There are few women on stage that can capture your attention like Kymm Galvan. Visually striking, this tall, statuesque red head has the ability to command a stage and deliver 70’s and 80’s rock and roll unlike any other among our deep well of talented local musicians. “I’ve always thought Kymm was the most talented female singer...
Back in 1932, Winston Churchill wrote that in 50 years, “we shall escape the absurdity of growing a whole chicken in order to eat the breast or wing, by growing these parts separately.” While it may be a few decades late, we are on the brink of a world where your computer and a special three-dimensional printer can ‘print’...
by Mike Livingston; Host, The Clubhouse Radio Show
Sports phraselology is often metaphorical in nature. We’ve heard the sports vernacular our whole lives……”Leaving it all on the field”. “He’s a real gamer”….”He played like his life depended on it”…..well, there’s one place where that last statement really has teeth, where it isn’t the obsurd at all. In fact, it’s the...
Week of December 6
© Copyright 2012 Rob Brezsny
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Spencer Silver was a co-inventor of Post-it notes, those small, colorful pieces of paper you can temporarily attach to things and then remove to use again and again. Speaking about the process he went through to develop this simple marvel, he said, "If I had thought about it,...
As many of you may have heard, our very own College of the Desert (COD) has been under investigation by Fiscal Crisis and Management Assistance Team (FCMAT) in an agreement with the California Community College Chancellor’s Office for the suspected irregularities in apportionment attendance reporting. The FCMAT’s data management services are used to help local educational agencies (LEAs) meet...
By Dale S. Gribow, Esq.
PART TWO: THE DMV HEARING
The DMV hearing, which in the past would take place before a plea was entered, will in most circumstances result in a ruling unfavorable to the driver/defendant. As a rule, DMV hearing officers do not care about anything but the chemical test, though THAT IS NOT THE LAW! If you lose...
Beth Orton first gained attention during the mid-nineties by
providing vocals for Electronica artists like William Orbit and the Chemical
Brothers. By 1996 she had recorded her major label debut, Trailer
Park. It was an intriguing blend of Folk and Electronica that was a hit
with both critics and the public.
Sophomore efforts are usually sink or swim time for most
musicians. (You have your...
Book Review by Heidi Simmons
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When It Happens To You
Novel
By Molly Ringwald
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Molly Ringwald’s acting career is pretty amazing. Very few actors gain iconic status as she has and live to tell about it. But even more impressive is her role as author. Her new book, When It Happens To You (It Books, 240 pages), is a novel composed of eight...
By: Bronwyn Ison
We are reminded, as the holidays are in full swing that serving others is benevolent and generous. Our hearts are softened and we may see the usual from a different perspective due to the time of year. When you serve others there is diminished focus on one’s self. In our fast driven society we have be taught...
The good news around town is that there is more and “more better” Pinot Noir on the market shelves than ever before. It’s the current craze! It’s really taken over as the predominant red wine request—at autumn and winter lunches & dinners—that Merlot used to own. Everybody wants the “Pinot” and it’s very food friendly.
As is clear, the Pinot...
by Lola Rossi-Meza
Pianist and vocalist Gil Quesada performs as part of the Johnny Meza and Company (also known as the Bada Bing Band) with Al Lopez on saxophone and Sal Frisaura on drums, with guest vocalist Lola Rossi, every Wednesday from 6 until 10 p.m. at Wally’s Desert Turtle located at 71-775 Highway 111 in Rancho Mirage. (760) 568-9321....
by Mike Livingston; Host, The Clubhouse Radio Show
This has been one wild and wacky year in college football and with that said, perhaps that’s exactly what the powers that be behind the BCS were looking for…..parody, upsets and constant change has been the only seeming constant this season as every week creates another shake-up in the polls and another...
Please share this article with any food professionals that you know who either manage, own or want to start a food business.
All workers handling food must have a food handler card that is issued by the County of Riverside Department of Environmental Health (DOEH). Additionally, all food businesses must have a minimum of one employee who has a ServSafe®...
DAVID O.RUSSEL, CHRIS NOLAN & MICHAEL CIMINO DELIVER DARING DRAMAS
SILVER LININGS PLAYBOOK
By far, David O. Russell’s quirky dramedy is among the more engaging and entertaining films I've seen in a long, long time. Maybe even the best picture of the year. I was surprised by the unfolding of the very human story of a Phillie family working out ways...
Now that Black Friday is behind us, there is something else to consider behind us during this busy time of year. There are more and more people on the road now than ever before. This is the “season” and we will likely be spending more time ourselves shopping, traveling, attending gatherings and rushing about during this time. This is...
These enchanting little dogs are the favorite of Great Britain's Queen Elizabeth since she was a young child. The Queen has always had a group of these marvelous animals by her side since her father, King George VI, brought home Dookie in 1933. Three Welsh Corgis entertained the crowd at the London 2012 Olympics in an opening ceremony video skit...
Having enjoyed my fill of holiday comfort food with friends and family, I opted to pass on leftovers and went downtown to Palm Springs for dinner with a good friend this past weekend. We ended up at a popular restaurant on the strip that always seems to be busy when I walk by but I have never had the...
By Lisa Morgan
I first heard about Jackson Cook when he and his rock band, The Regulators won the “Desert Rising Star” award produced by Marker Broadcasting, in conjunction with Golden Voice Promotions and Average Joe Entertainment. I personally didn’t hear any more about him until his name came up again this month following his performance at Stadium Club in...
With all of the hustle and bustle of the holidays, criminals are out in full force looking to have a happy holiday at your expense.
A basic holiday scam is asking for ‘charitable’ contributions whether that is in front of stores, over the phone, by mail, email or any other means that the crook can conjure up. Simply put, if...
by Mike Livingston; Host, The Clubhouse Radio Show
To say Rory McIlroy has had a good year would be a bit of an understatement. He added to that magnificent year by closing it out in style at the very lucrative Dubai World Championships on Sunday and taking home another huge check…..this one, although not an officially sanctioned event on either...
Week of November 29
© Copyright 2012 Rob Brezsny
ARIES (March 21-April 19): "They are trying to make me into a fixed star," complained religious leader Martin Luther a few centuries ago. "I am an irregular planet." I invite you to use that declaration as your own in the coming weeks. You have every right to avoid being pinned down, pigeonholed,...
In last week’s article, I discussed the Academic Performance Index (API) of the schools in Indio, CA. The information that I found shocked me. The fact that only six out of nineteen schools in the city of Indio met or passed California’s API goal of 800. As a disclaimer, many educators (including myself) believe that judging a school, district,...
Born and raised in the Coachella Valley, Austin Del Rio realized his appetite for music at the age of six with a little help from his parents. “My mother and father have always been very supportive of my music endeavors. From a young age I was put in piano lessons and dabbled in guitar and drums,” recalls Austin.
The young...
By Dale S. Gribow, Esq.
PART ONE
To save your California Driver’s License or driving privileges, you must request a DMV hearing within TEN (10) DAYS. You should also REQUEST A DMV IDENTIFICATION CARD NOW! If the court orders you into a Drinking driving program, you will have to show them your California DMV Identification Card. Do not rely on a...
When people talk about Desert Rock (or the less
appealing Stoner Rock, a term most locals abhor), inevitably the
same couple of bands are referenced: Queens Of Stone Age
and Eagles Of Death Metal. Maybe if they dig a little deeper it’s
Kyuss and the generator parties of the late 80s.
But there are plenty of Desert Rock pioneers that rarely
receive the amount of...
More Marilyn
Book Review by Heidi Simmons
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Marilyn: The Passion And The Paradox
Biography
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Amazon lists 622 search results under “Marilyn Monroe biography.” To say Marilyn Monroe is an American fascination is an understatement. She is a global phenomenon.
If you haven’t read anything about Marilyn Monroe because you think there is nothing new or significant about her life, this definitive biography will change...
By Lisa Morgan
This year, Howard’s Back Door Gallery has devoted his gallery and framing studio to showcasing the best of professional artists residing right here in our beautiful Coachella Valley. December 7th – 30th, this gracious host will be exhibiting a group of several professional, local artists and members of the Artist Council at Palm Springs Art Museum coined...
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