By Haddon Libby
President’s Day first became a holiday in 1885. At that time, the holiday celebrated only George Washington, our first President. Its importance was significant as it was also only the fifth national holiday, joining New Year’s Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Washington’s Birthday became President’s Day in 1968 when Congress adopted a standardized Monday holiday system. The...
Though it may not be clear to all, LA juries are composed of more wealthy and liberal jurors, who do not hold back on verdicts. In addition it is easier to get medical treatment on a lien in LA than here in the CV. Though not determinative, the more the Meds and Injuries, the more the case is worth....
BY RUTH HILL R.N.
Raphael Mechoulam, PhD, is known as the father of marijuana for his research at the Institute for Drug Research Hebrew University Jerusalem, Israel. Mechoulam research on marijuana led to the discovery of our endogenous molecules anandamide and 2-AG which are identical to Δ-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD), the molecules in the marijuana plant. In an editorial...
By Aimee Mosco
Self-care is a term that has most recently become familiar to many because mainstream media has given it the spotlight. The idea that you must fill your tank before you can drain it, is not a new concept or a passing fad though. When you are on a spiritual journey, as we all are even if we...
© Copyright 2022 Rob Brezsny
ARIES (March 21-April 19): You're slipping into a phase when stuff that has been invisible will become visible, at least to you. You will have extra power to peer beneath the surfaces and discern the hidden agendas and study the deeper workings. Your interest in trivia and distractions will dissipate, and you'll feel intensified yearnings...
BY NADIA POPOVA
CDC data shows that falls are a leading cause of death resulting from injuries by Americans 65 and up. Leading risk factors for falls are the lack of strength and balance. If you are 50 or older, this article will show you exercises to stay in shape and enjoy a quality life.
The news about falls and death...
BY MICHELLE BORTHWICK
There are many common mistakes when starting Keto but I see these quite often in my coaching practice that causes individuals to be frustrated and doubtful. They feel that they’re doing Keto wrong or that they should be getting better results. At this point they’re considering giving up because they simply don’t know what to do next...
By Crystal Harrell
From February 11 to 13, the 6th Annual Taste of Jalisco Festival will take place in downtown Cathedral City to celebrate the sights, sounds, and tastes of the state of Jalisco, Mexico. This annual celebration honors the 25-year sister city relationship between Cathedral City and Tequila, Jalisco (Mexico) through culture, cuisine, music, and fashion. Admission to the...
By Eleni P. Austin
Marshall Crenshaw’s self-titled debut arrived 40 years ago. The dayglo cover art managed to walk the line between retro and au courant. The music contained therein was a fresh, yet familiar mash-up of Rock, Soul, R&B, Rockabilly and Country wrapped in iridescent New Wave colors. Embraced by cutting edge radio stations like KROQ in Los Angeles,...
By Tricia Witkower
When I talked to Bill Medley about his upcoming show at Fantasy Springs Casino on Friday, February 11, I tell him it’s my 4th time interviewing him and we’ve talked so much that I’m running out of questions. He chuckles – even his laugh is recognizable in that deep bass-baritone that is so iconic – and tells...
By Janet McAfee
Bill and Silver Martin celebrate Valentine’s Day 2022 this month, their love enhanced by their mutual love for animals. When they first met 49 years ago, their conversation quickly led to a discovery of how they both loved horses. On their first date the following day, Silver sold Bill a horse and ended up giving riding lessons...
By Haddon Libby
With the whole controversy raging over podcasts by comedian and former Fear Factor host Joe Rogan, let’s get an idea as to the number of people he reaches and compare that to traditional media sources.
The Joe Rogan Experience is a podcast that was first launched in 2009. Recent estimates have Rogan’s show as the most popular of...
By Robin E. Simmons
As this column winds down, I’m asking that readers and film buffs participate in a dialogue about movies they love and loathe and what they hope to see on a big screen indoor venue.
What are the best and worst movies you hav seen so far this year. Did you watch at home or did you bravely...
Downtown Indio CA
ARTICLE & PHOTOS BY LYNNE TUCKER
The installation of the Colossal Cacti sculptures are now in downtown Indio.
The sculptures were made among the art pieces featured at the 2019 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, which was also held in Indio. The three pieces were created by architectural designer Andrew Kovacs.
They range in size, from nearly 14 feet...
By Rick Riozza
It’s been said that when you fall in love, it’s temporary madness. Well—I know a rash of red wine quaffers who have continually loved their juice. It seems the madness is rather permanent.
And the love affair with red wine is about as true as it comes. Sure, they’ll have a fling with Sauv blanc and share a...
By Nadia Popova
For over 9 years I have been working with women and men in helping them to live healthier and happier lives. My main focus is to inspire them to have a better relationship with their body and food, to live more and weigh less without having to diet again!
WHAT IS A DIET?
A diet is a way of...
© Copyright 2022 Rob Brezsny
ARIES (March 21-April 19): "Real love is a pilgrimage," declared author Anita Brookner. "It happens when there is no strategy, but it is very rare because most people are strategists." That's the bad news, Aries. The good news is that you have more potential than ever before to free your love of strategic maneuvering and...
By Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna
Valentine’s Days is now behind, but why not continue the celebration with “Grooves at the Westin” with the number one smooth jazz trumpet-man of our generation, Rick Braun. Rick, along with Saxman Michael Paulo February 19th 2022. Rick and Michael will certainly put on a show you won’t forget. These two highly dynamic performers that...
By Dennis Shelly
What is the difference and which one is better?
When it comes to surveillance or remote monitoring using CCTV cameras, there are industry-wide standards and preferences. So far, there are different types of cameras, but only two are worth mentioning: IP Cameras and HD-TVI Cameras. This is because, with storage capacity no longer a problem due to lower...
I am writing this missive after receiving another call last week about a sliding door that came off its hinge, hitting the V (victim) on her head. The caller asked if I had ever handled a sliding door coming off its hinge case. I realized then that the average person thinks they must hire a lawyer that has handled...
By Cara Van Dijk
It’s February. That’s one month after many people set (or think about) New Year’s Resolutions. By this time each year, many resolutions have fallen by the wayside, particularly fitness goals. Often, people find that workouts are too much “work,” said fitness expert Annmarie Lynn. She and her team of creative trainers believe they have classes that...
By Crystal Harrell
The Women Leaders Forum (WLF) will be hosting a renowned panel of local experts at their February installment of the speaker series, "Let's Interact," to discuss ideas on ways to balance work, family and love in these challenging times.
The event will be held at the Classic Club in Palm Desert on February 3 from 5:30 p.m. to...
By Eleni P. Austin
“Reunited and it feels so good
reunited cause we understood
there’s one perfect fit, and sugar
this one is it. We both are so excited
cause we’re reunited, hey, hey.”
Of course, that’s the R&B duo, Peaches & Herb, rhapsodizing about their romantic rapprochement on their 1979 hit, but it’s also a refrain that’s been running...
By Dee Jae Cox / Photos By Jim Cox
Trois versions de la vie (French for Three versions of life,) Life x3 is the fifth play by French playwright Yasmina Reza. Reza’s work has been produced internationally, including Broadway, where she won Tony Awards for best play in 1998 (Art,) and 2009 (God of Carnage.)
Live X3, currently in production at Coachella Valley...
By Dee Jae Cox
Rodgers and Hammerstein said it best in their 1949 hit musical, South Pacific, “There’s Nothing Like a Dame!” And Palm Canyon Theatre, Coachella Valley’s Broadway in the desert theatre company, is taking that sentiment and producing a Broadway concert filled with classic songs and bursting with talent.
February 9th has been the date for many historical events,...
BY BREWMASTER ED HEETHUIS
I get mail. It’s mostly local, but sometimes it arrives from faraway places like Montana.
“Hello my friend. I need your expertise. Unfortunately, I caught a weak case of Covid mid-summer. It was no big deal at first. Fast forward to November and I had lost forty pounds. It lasted months.
The good side is they were finally...
By Robin E. Simmons
Now available to buy, a torrid, engaging sizzler from the golden age of movies.
Injured and on the run from police, Lin Vanner (Lew Ayres) confesses the sordid details of his life to a priest, which includes the death of a man he’d turned over to the police.
Vanner also reveals that he fell in love with the...
By Rick Riozza
And just like that!—we’re already into the month of February. This is when all wine columnists, wine folk, foodies, and culinary groupies gather to put in their two cents, or, two hundred dollars, on the “best” wine to match for the loving day/week of St. Valentine’s Day
But no one’s complaining here! It all sounds fun & tasty. ...
By Janet McAfee
On the day before his 19th birthday in 2013, Clark Cavalier lost both his legs while serving in Afghanistan during the Gulf War. He spent the next 4 ½ years recovering at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. His injuries were so extensive that he could not be fitted with prosthetic “artificial” legs.
His life was just starting,...
By Nadia Popova
We jog, we lift weights, we do yoga, we walk, and so much more. But for those of you who have made fitness a part of your routine, tell me honestly: Is exercising something you love or hate? Maybe somewhere in between? If you exercise regardless, does it matter if you enjoy it? Yes!
Here’s why it’s so...
By Aimee Mosco
When you look at yourself in the mirror, you see what everyone else sees. You see a body. You see the vehicle that carries your inner spirit, but unless you are looking very closely, not your inner spirit itself. Your physical body only tells part of your story. You can’t see your defining moments, your wisdom, your...
© Copyright 2022 Rob Brezsny
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Aries actor Bette Davis said that if you want to improve your work, you should "attempt the impossible." That's perfect advice for you right now. I hope to see you hone your skills as you stretch yourself into the unknown. I will celebrate your forays into the frontiers, since doing so...
BY RUTH HILL R.N.
Today, I discuss how to improve your brain function with behavioral changes and cannabis. Prevention is the goal; however, neurological damage can be treated with cannabidiol (CBD) to reduce inflammation, make new connections, and improve your mental acuity. The brain compensates for something lost by neuroplasticity. Research on cannabis and brain science shows neuroplasticity is our...
February is Healthy Heart Month!
By Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna
What is heart disease?
The term “heart disease” refers to several types of heart conditions. The most common type of heart disease in the United States is coronary artery disease (CAD), which affects the blood flow to the heart. Decreased blood flow can cause a heart attack.
What are the symptoms of heart...
What is the difference and which one is better?
By Dennis Shelly
The use of video surveillance systems has become a necessity at both the business and household levels. They are used in a variety of critical and household applications to prevent crime and keep a place secure. Many people refuse to install a video surveillance system in and around their...
By Haddon Libby
According to the FDIC, nineteen banks with local branches held $10.7 billion in deposits as of the last deposit report for the fiscal year ending June 30th. This count excludes deposits in the branches of brokerage firms like Schwab, Merrill Lynch or Morgan Stanley.
Despite rampant predatory practices that led to the ousting of numerous managers and employees...
WHAT COULD A BOARDING PASS, DMV AND DOGS HAVE IN COMMON DURING COVID? THEY ARE ALL CURRENT SCAMS BEING IMPLIMENTED DURING COVID UPON OUR CV NEIGHBORS! With COVID came Stay Home orders. This meant more people are home to answer their phones. Which segment of the population is most gullible to scam calls? Why the Elderly, of course.
Like most...
By Crystal Harrell
The beauty and grand appeal of art is the notion that each work is open to interpretation and has the ability to connect with anyone. The 35th annual Southwest Arts Festival will return to the Empire Polo Grounds in Indio from January 27 to 30 to astound attendees with original art from across the country.
Nationally recognized as...
FEBRUARY 11 – 13, 2022
Festivities Include a Carnival, Car Show, Tequila Tastings, Live Entertainment, Food & More
Celebrate the sights, sounds, and tastes of the state of Jalisco, Mexico at the 6th Annual Taste of Jalisco Festival on February 11 -13, 2022 in downtown Cathedral City. This annual celebration honors the 25-year sister city relationship between Cathedral City and Tequila,...
Saturday, February 19, 2022
Modernism Week
Kings Point Tours and Palm Springs Dance Project Performance
Murray Canyon Dr., near S. Camino Real in Palm Springs
Kings Point, one of Palm Springs most architectural significant communities, designed by William Krisel, will host an epic time-capsule tour of 7 stunning mid-century homes as part of Modernism Week. Palm Springs Dance Project will be bringing...
WHAT: 30th Annual Palm Springs Winter Classic Softball Tournament
Benefiting AAP – Food Samaritans
DATE: February 4 through 6, 2022
WHERE: See schedule at pswinterclassic.com
COST: Free to the public
MORE: AAP – Food Samaritans, in cooperation with the City of Palm Springs and the Palm Springs Gay Softball League, presents the 30th annual Palm Springs Winter Classic Softball Tournament. Eighty teams and hundreds...
By Eleni P. Austin
“Special thanks from these louses to our spouses for letting us make all this racket around the houses”
That pithy tribute is found at the bottom of the liner notes for Elvis Costello’s combustible new album, The Boy Named If.
Elvis Costello burst on the British music scene 45 years ago. Part of the inaugural Punk Class...
By Dee Jae Cox / Photos By Becky Johnson
Pulitzer Prize winning Playwright Paula Vogel, once said, “We keep narrowing the definition of what a play can be. We're losing the opportunity for someone like Samuel Beckett to spring up, because we no longer want our plays messy. But my God, sometimes we need mess. These are messy times and...
Palm Springs International Airport surpassed 2 million total passengers in 2021 and set their 7th consecutive monthly passenger record in December.
The Total Passenger Count for 2021 was 2,092,943, an increase of 67% compared to 2020. In the month of December, PSP set its 7th passenger record for the year surpassing the previous record, set in 2018, by 8.6% with...
By Robin E. Simmons
With the dearth of new and worthy movies available for streaming as well as for big screen theatrical exhibitions, it would be irresponsible of me to encourage attending indoor theater venues in light of the current warning from our local health officials to continue avoiding non essential gatherings, reminding us that coronavirus transmission remains at one...
By Rick Riozza
“Wine is a long game”. Yeah—tell me about it. I remember playing the Monopoly board game when I was a kid, and I thought that was a long game.
But I’ve opened up this piece with a quote from Wine Spectator’s James Molesworth, who went on to say, “… it often takes a generation or more to learn...
By Janet McAfee
Siberian Huskies are magnificent dogs with striking facial masks and piercing blue or multi-colored eyes, incredibly intelligent in addition to being beautiful. It is incredulous to see so many of these wonderful animals in public shelters throughout Southern California. And it is heartbreaking to learn how many don’t make it out alive from those shelters. In 2022,...
ARTICLE & PHOTOS BY LYNNE TUCKER
On January 15, 2022 SoCal Adaptive Sports and Desert Recreation District celebrated their one year anniversary of an adaptive (inclusive) hiking program offered by Friends of the Desert Mountains, Desert Recreation District Adaptive and SoCal Adaptive Sports.
From a trial that began on January 9, 2021, the program has grown to include multiple hikes throughout...
By Nadia Popova
It is not a secret that many people are concerned about losing weight and getting thinner. It is not always easy to find the right way, but there are some simple rules to help you become successful at reducing body fat in a healthy way.
Eat less, and eat healthier food: Calories should be less than 2,000 per...
© Copyright 2022 Rob Brezsny
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Author Helen Hunt Jackson said that one component of happiness is "a little less time than you want." Why? Because you always "have so many things you want to see, to have, and to do" and "no day is quite long enough for all you would like to get done before...
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