By Stephanie Green
CASINOS
Fantasy Springs
Sara Evans
Friday, Nov. 15 8pm
Tickets 39.00, 49.00, 69.00
Call (800) 827-2946 or go to www.fantasyspringsresort.com
The “Born To Fly” singer has notched five No. 1 singles, sold millions of albums worldwide and won the most prestigious awards in country music. Each ticket includes $10 in FREE Slot Play!
Morongo Casino
94.7 The WAVE presents Eric Darius
Thursday, Nov. 14 8pm
Tickets FREE
Call 800-252-4499 or go to www.morongocasinoresort.com
Darius has shared the stage with Grammy award-winning artists Prince, Mary J. Blige, David Foster, Carlos
Santana, Babyface, George Benson, and many others. Win tickets at 947thewave.com! While supplies last.
Spotlight 29 Casino
Los Rieleros Del Norte
Saturday, Nov. 16 8pm
Tickets 40.00, 50.00, 60.00
Call 760-775-5566 or go to www.spotlight29.com
The three-time Grammy nominated norteño band has released over 50 albums and a number of Billboard topping songs including “Te Quiero Mucho,” “Amor Prohibido,” “Una Aventura,” and “Copa Sin Vino.”
THEATRE
Palm Canyon Theatre
Priscilla Queen of the Desert
Thursday, Nov. 14 7pm * Friday, Nov. 15 8pm * Saturday, Nov. 16 8pm * Sunday, Nov. 17 2pm
Tickets 32.00, 36.00
Call 760-323-5123 or go to www.palmcanyontheatre.org
Based on the hit movie, the musical is the heartwarming adventure of three friends who take their show to the middle of the Australian outback. Songs include “I Will Survive,” “Finally” and many more.
CVRep Playhouse
Dinner With Friends
Thursday, Nov. 14 7:30pm * Friday, Nov. 15 7:30pm * Saturday, Nov. 16 2pm & 7:30pm * Sunday, Nov. 17 2pm * Tuesday, Nov. 19 7:30pm * Wednesday, Nov. 20 7:30pm
Tickets 58.00
Call 760-296-2966 or go to www.cvrep.org
Donald Margulies’ Pulitzer Prize-winning 1998 play about two married couples who have been friends for many years. Both couples struggle with questions of loyalty, individuality, and commitment.
Desert Theatreworks
Murder on the Orient Express
Thursday, Nov. 14 7:30pm * Friday, Nov. 15 7:30pm * Saturday, Nov. 16 7:30pm * Sunday, Nov. 17 2pm
Tickets 25.00, 30.00, 32.00
Call 760-980-1455 or go to www.dtworks.org
Brand-new adaptation of Agatha Christie’s popular tale by award-winning playwright Ken Ludwig.
Annenberg Theater
An Evening with Renee Elise Goldsberry
Saturday, Nov. 16 6pm
Tickets 95.00, 265.00, 295.00
Call 760-325-4490 or go to www.psmuseum.org
17th Annual Opening Night Benefit Concert. The Tony Award-winning actress, singer and songwriter’s
Broadway credits include “Hamilton,” “The Color Purple,” “Rent,” and “The Lion King.”
Annenberg Theater
Coachella Valley Symphony: Falling in Love
Sunday, Nov. 17 3pm
Tickets 45.00, 55.00, 65.00
Call 760-325-4490 or go to www.psmuseum.org
The 27th season opens with music by Manuel de Falla, Sergei Prokofiev, Henry Mancini, and James Horner.
McCallum Theatre
Mandy Patinkin in Concert: DIARIES
Saturday, Nov. 16 8pm
Tickets 70.00, 100.00, 135.00
Call 760-340-2787 or go to www.mccallumtheatre.com
The acclaimed actor/singer/storyteller is presented in his most electrifying role: concert performer. With Adam Ben-David on piano.
McCallum Theatre
The Kingston Trio
Sunday, Nov. 17 3pm
Tickets 25.00, 45.00, 65.00
Call 760-340-2787 or go to www.mccallumtheatre.com
In celebration of 60 years of music, the legendary folk group will perform timeless classics such as “Where Have All The Flowers Gone?” and “Tom Dooley.”
COMEDY
hotel ZOSO
Selene Luna & Friends
Saturday, Nov. 16 7pm
Tickets 20.00
Call 760-325-9676 or go to www.hotelzosopalmsprings.com
Presented by Palm Springs International Comedy Festival. Fresh off her role as the voice of Tía Rosita in Disney-Pixar’s “COCO,” Luna hosts a lineup of both rising and established comedians.
Theatre 29
Improv Comedy
Saturday, Nov. 16 7pm
Tickets 5.00, 7.00, 10.00
Call 760-361-4151 or go to www.theatre29.org
Theatre 29 Improvisational Comedy Troupe.
The Amigo Room at Ace Hotel & Swim Club
Belly Flop
Wednesday, Nov. 20 9pm
Tickets FREE 21+
Call 760-325-9900 or go to www.acehotel.com/palmsprings
Weekly stand-up comedy series featuring Brooks Whelan (cast member of SNL, #1 comedy album on iTunes, Conan, Seth Myers, Comedy Central).
Moxie Palm Springs
Foxie at Moxie
Sunday, Nov. 17 7pm
Tickets 10.00, 20.00, 25.00. FREE Standing Room is available at the door. Limited first-come, first-served basis.
Call 760-318-9900 or go to www.moxiespalmsprings.com
Join Morgan McMichaels, Delta Work, Ethylina Canne and Mayhem Miller for one fierce drag show with a rotating cast of super Queens! Local performers, national entertainers and guests from RuPaul’s Drag Race.
ART/MUSEUMS
Coachella Valley History Museum
Flight Plan: The Birds of Sunnylands
Thursday, Nov. 14 10am – 4pm * Saturday, Nov. 16 10am – 4pm * Sunday, Nov. 17 1pm – 4pm
Tickets FREE
Call 760-342-6651 or go to www.cvhm.org
This exhibition features birds that reside throughout the valley — or touch down along their migratory route. Over 145 species have been identified at Sunnylands. Photographed by Tim Laman (National Geographic).
Hi-Desert Nature Museum
Hi-Noon Museum Lecture
Thursday, Nov. 14 12noon – 1pm
Tickets 5.00. FREE for museum members/sponsors.
Call 760-369-7212 or go to www.hidesertnaturemuseum.org
David Bacon’s latest book, “In the Fields of the North” documents the lives of farm workers in photographs and narratives. Co-published by the University of California Press (Berkeley). Beverages will be served.
Palm Springs Art Museum
Barbara Stauffacher Solomon. Breaking all the Rules.
Thursday, Nov. 14 12noon – 8pm * Friday, Nov. 15 10am – 5pm * Saturday, Nov. 16 10am – 5pm
Tickets 14.00 Adults 11.00 Seniors (62+) 6.00 Students/Teachers. Always free for children under 18, active duty military and their family. Free admission every Thursday from 4pm – 8pm.
Call 760-322-4800 or go to www.psmuseum.org
Solomon’s iconic style of mixing Swiss Modernism with West Coast Pop pioneered a fresh, new look that came to be called California Cool and is recognized as a seminal moment in the history of graphic design.
Palm Springs Art Museum
Brave New Worlds: Explorations of Space
Thursday, Nov. 14 12noon – 8pm * Friday, Nov. 15 10am – 5pm * Saturday, Nov. 16 10am – 5pm
Tickets 14.00 Adults 11.00 Seniors (62+) 6.00 Students/Teachers. Always free for children under 18, active duty military and their family. Free admission every Thursday from 4pm – 8pm.
Call 760-322-4800 or go to www.psmuseum.org
Brave New Worlds: Exploration of Space invites you to enter the creative universes of five contemporary artists through sculpturally immersive installations.
Palm Springs Art Museum
Contrasts: Promised Gifts from the Kaplan-Ostergaard Glass Collection
Thursday, Nov. 14 12noon – 8pm * Friday, Nov. 15 10am – 5pm * Saturday, Nov. 16 10am – 5pm
Tickets 14.00 Adults 11.00 Seniors (62+) 6.00 Students/Teachers. Always free for children under 18, active duty military and their family. Free admission every Thursday from 4pm – 8pm.
Call 760-322-4800 or go to www.psmuseum.org
Contrasts brings together a selection of promised gifts from the collection of David Kaplan and Glenn
Ostergaard that exemplify glass as an artistic form.
Palm Springs Art Museum
Haus of Sages: Opening + Tea Ceremony
Thursday, Nov. 14 5:30pm
Tickets FREE
Call 760-322-4800 or go to www.psmuseum.org
Artist-in-Residence. The ceremony includes pottery, handmade dyed textiles, photography, poetry, and wood carvings all dedicated to the idea of One Encounter, One Chance.
HEALTH/FITNESS
Health, Wealth & Wellness EXPO
Friday, Nov. 15 3pm – 6pm
Tickets FREE
Call 760-568-9351 or go to www.ranchomiragechamber.com
Explore the latest in health care, fitness, nutrition and more at the inaugural event. Tastings by Westin Mission Hills, Pastry Swan, Haus of Poke, Clark’s Nutrition, Ben & Jerry’s, Juniper Table and more!
Desert Institute at Joshua Tree National Park
Citizen Science: Rock Art Recording Workshop
Saturday, Nov. 16 8am – 4pm
Tickets FREE
Call 760-367-5535 or go to www.joshuatree.org
Archaeologist Daniel McCarthy will lead participants on an ancient petroglyph site that needs mapping, recording and photographing. Located within the Rodman Mountains Wilderness Area. Hike Level: Moderate.
Desert Institute at Joshua Tree National Park
Women’s Get-Away Weekend
Saturday, Nov. 16 8am – 5pm
Tickets 35.00, 45.00
Call 760-367-5537 or go to www.joshuatree.org
Discover the Wonderland of Rocks. Please come prepared for some easy rock scrambling as you navigate through uneven, rocky terrain during the exciting exploration of this unique and special landscape.
Desert Institute at Joshua Tree National Park
Women’s Get-Away Weekend
Sunday, Nov. 17 8am – 4pm
Tickets 120.00, 130.00
Call 760-367-5537 or go to www.joshuatree.org
Join Gabriela and Caroline on hikes; learn camping and backpacking tips and more! Unplug, get away, learn new skills and enjoy the company of like-minded women. Classes will be held at the Lost Horse Campground.
Coachella Valley Heart Walk
Saturday, Nov. 16 9am
Tickets FREE
Call 951-384-7776 or go to www2.heart.org
The American Heart Association’s premiere event for raising funds to save lives from heart disease and stroke. Promotes physical activity and heart-healthy living in a fun environment. Rewarding for the entire family.
COMMUNITY
The Joslyn Center
VIP Open House
Thursday, Nov. 14 5pm – 7pm
Tickets FREE
Call 760-340-3220 or go to www.joslyncenter.org
Tour showcasing some of the senior center’s available programs.
29 Palms Historical Society
Sky’s The Limit Why Do We Look Up
Friday, Nov. 15 7pm – 9pm
Tickets FREE, but space is limited. Reserved seating is available for 10.00.
Call 760-490-9561 or go to www.skysthelimit29.org
Join guest astronomer Jim O’Connor for a fascinating trip through the cultural development of astronomy.
29 Palms Certified Farmers’ Market
29 Palms Visitor Center
Saturday, Nov. 16 8am – 1pm
Tickets FREE
Call 760-401-0028 or go to www.29chamber.org
Fresh, local, and organic produce, baked goods, great food vendors, plus arts and crafts!
Joshua Tree Certified Farmers’ Market
Turtle Island
Saturday, Nov. 16 8am – 1pm
Tickets FREE
Call 760-420-7529 or go to www.joshuatreefarmersmarket.com
Meet your local farmers and buy fresh produce for the week. Live music and local arts and crafts.
Sky’s The Limit Observatory & Nature Center
Star Party
Saturday, Nov. 16 After Sunset
Tickets FREE
Call 760-365-7897 or go to www.skysthelimit29.org
Free public star-viewing event!
Beatnik Lounge
“Teddy” Talks
Saturday, Nov. 16 6pm – 8pm
Tickets FREE
For more info go to facebook.com/beatniklounge
Hosted by Ted Quinn. The lecture series is designed to facilitate community by offering a platform in TedX style for JT area lovers.
The 15th Annual Greater Palm Springs Economic Summit
Tuesday, Nov. 19 8am – 11am
Tickets 110.00
Call 760-340-1575 or go to www.visitgreaterpalmsprings.com
Whether you are a business leader in the region or looking into moving or expanding your business here, this year’s Summit program will demonstrate why Greater Palm Springs is one of the best places to work and live!
Rancho Mirage Library
Speaker Series
Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2pm – 3pm
Tickets FREE
Call 760-341-7323 or go to www.ranchomiragelibrary.org
Climate change is threatening our homes, lifestyles, and wildlife and wild-lands. Allen Monroe, President and CEO of The Living Desert will detail these changes, and also share reasons why we should be hopeful.
FOOD/WINE/BEER
Stuft Pizza Bar & Grill
Tap Night at Westfield Palm Desert
Tuesday, Nov. 19 4:30pm – 8:30pm
Tickets FREE
Call 760-610-7990 or go to www.stuftpizzabarandgrill.com
Are you a beer lover? Then you’ll love Stuft Pizza Bar & Grill’s #tapnightuesday events featuring craft beer
tastings, specials and fun giveaways.
SPORTS
Indian Wells Tennis Garden
Mixers
Thursday, Nov. 14 6pm – 8pm
Tickets FREE (Members). 10.00 Non-Members.
Call 760-200-8200 or go to indianwellstennisgarden.com
Mix it up Tennis Paradise style! Share the court with your desert companions and ace the competition in this weekly adult mixer.
FESTIVALS
Bow Wow Film Festival
Camelot Theatres
Friday, Nov. 15 6pm – 9pm
Tickets 10.00, 25.00, 50.00
For more info go to www.psculturalcenter.org
Short films for the LOVE of DOGS. The Palm Springs Animal Shelter and the Palm Springs Cultural Center are teaming up to host the inaugural festival. All Coachella Valley pet owners are invited to enter the photo contest.
Big Rock Pub
Cars Stars & Rock ‘n’ Roll
Friday, Nov. 15 10am – 12am * Saturday, Nov. 16 9am – 12am * Sunday, Nov. 17 10am – 7pm
Tickets 10.00, 25.00 All Three Days
Call 888-296-0528 or go to www.thebigrockpub.com
A three day festival featuring classic car and memorabilia auctions, and live music.
Desert Hot Springs Pride Festival
Cabot’s Pueblo Museum
Saturday, Nov. 16 10am – 5pm
Tickets FREE
For more info go to www.diversitydhs.org
The third annual festival features live entertainment, food vendors, exhibitor booths and more!
CHARITY EVENTS
Cathedral City Senior Center
“Pasta Suprema!”
Thursday, Nov. 14 6pm – 8:30pm
Tickets 45.00
Call 760-321-1548 or go to www.theccsc.org
The fourth annual benefit dinner is generously provided by Nicolino’s Famous Italian Restaurant. The event helps underwrite special programs and operating expenses of the senior center. Open to the general public.
“Toys For 29” Mayors Golf Tournament
Roadrunner Dunes Golf Course
Saturday, Nov. 16 7am
Tickets 55.00 + a toy or additional 10.00 donation for a toy.
Call 760-367-6799 or go to www.ci.twentynine-palms.ca.us
Presented by Mayor Steve Bilderain and Mayor Pro Tem Joel Klink. Includes 18 holes with cart, food and prize money.
Corks & Cuisine
Saturday, Nov. 16 6pm – 10pm
Tickets – Tax-Deductible Donation
Call 760-773-6554 or go to www.desertcancerfoundation.org
Join Desert Cancer Foundation for an unrivaled pairing of food, wine, craft cocktails and entertainment.
David Syme Concert
Temple Sinai
Monday, Nov. 18 7pm
Tickets 50.00, 100.00
Call 760-568-9699 or go to www.templesinaipd.org
The internationally-renowned pianist’s repertoire includes Bach and Chopin. He has recorded 20 CDs with orchestras, such as the Royal Philharmonic. A portion of proceeds will support Sinai’s education programs.
Indian Wells Golf Resort
Putting Party with a Purpose
Wednesday, Nov. 20 5pm – 8pm
Tickets 100.00, 1,000.00, 1,500.00
Call 760-836-1160 or go to www.bgcofcv.org
The Friends of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Coachella Valley invite you to experience “Shots in the Night,” a glow in the dark extravaganza!
Vicky’s of Santa Fe
Jersey Gold
Wednesday, Nov. 20 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Tickets 100.00
Call 760-345-9770 or go to www.vickysofsantafe.com
The performers pay tribute to Broadway’s hit “Jersey Boys” and the music of Frankie Valli and the Four
Seasons! A portion of proceeds benefit Assistance League Palm Springs Desert Area’s arts scholarship program.
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