Did You Know? Page 3
Halloween Safety Tips Page 6
Roasted Pumpkin Seeds Page 9
Annual Day of The Dead Page 11
Adults have hijacked Halloween, In a good way The pranks turned more sinister, and by the 1930s, young people of many origins were threatening to vandalize stores and homes. On Halloween in 1933, at the height of the Great Depression, hundreds of young men overturned automobiles, sawed down telephone poles, and taunted police. Eventually, the rabble-rousers began asking for sweets, threatening tricks unless they received treats. Twentieth-century consumerism, candy and costumes and decorations helped reduce the vandalism, so Halloween became less of an adolescent night and more of a kiddie night. But throughout the history of Halloween in America, adults have participated right alongside young people wearing costumes and playing parlor games. By Françoise Rhodes Halloween is one of my favorite holidays of the year. Not because of its scary connotation, but because gifts are not obligatory, and adults tend to relax and have fun with it. Let’s face it, we put on a costume and throw caution to the wind hoping no one will know it’s us until we make the big reveal. So how has Halloween morphed into an adult holiday, the numbers are staggering. Its official, adults have hijacked Halloween; two in three adults feel Halloween is a holiday for them and not just kids. Haunted houses
for adults are in demand this year, and some 20 percent of celebrants over the age of 18 plans to visit one. True that when the holiday was imported from Celtic nations in the mid-19th century, along with a wave of immigrants fleeing Ireland’s potato famine, it was essentially a younger person’s game. But a little research reveals that adults have long enjoyed Halloween right alongside young spooks and spirits. Back in the mid-19th century, new Americans introduced to these shores new games like bobbing for apples and harmless pranks, such as taking a neighbor’s garden gate off
its hinges, according to a National Geographic report. “Young pranksters wore masks, so they wouldn’t be recognized.”
Today more than 157 million Americans plan to celebrate Halloween this year, according to the National Retail Federation’s Halloween Consumer Spending Survey. The average person celebrating will spend $74.34, total spending on Halloween is expected to reach $6.9 billion. It’s estimated that 68 million Americans will dress up this Halloween and another 20 million pet owners will dress up their pet. Happy Halloween!
Notes from the Editor Dear Readers, As you peruse this issue, Halloween is here! In the cover story you’ll see Halloween is one of my favorite holidays, and the money spent on Halloween by Americans is staggering. There are a lot of events happening throughout the valley, I’ll be going to a few of them. My costume, a wig and my Halloween T-shirt, I’m pretty low- key. On page 6 you’ll find some Halloween safety tips for seniors, and
Dear Editor,
try the roasted pumpkin seeds recipe on page 9, it’s a good one.
Happy Halloween along with wishing you a great week! Françoise
This issue will also be the beginning of some subtle changes to the paper. The goal for me and the staff is to make each issue better than the last, and to constantly enhance the paper for a better reader experience. See what you think and don’t hesitate to send me an email or a letter; I’m one of those who enjoys receiving a letter in the mail.
Editor’s Inbox
Thank you for the It Works article about taking care of old furniture. I’m a collector of vintage wooden furniture and find it to be hearty, but sensitive to the harsh chemicals of today. I oil my furniture on a regular basis, that’s all it needs, and the wood is doing fine in the dry desert. Make sure whatever cleaner you use that is says on the container “safe on all woods, no harsh chemicals.” Sincerely, Robert S., Indio CA Send notes to the Editor to: Françoise Rhodes - Editor/Desert Mobile Home News Mail: 41-995 Boardwalk, Suite L2 , Palm Desert CA 92211 Email: news@dmhnews.com or Fax: (760) 776-5733
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Did you know? The history of pumpkin carving Halloween is based on an ancient Celtic holiday known as Samhain (pronounced “sow wan”), which means “summer’s end”. It was the end of the Celtic year, starting at sundown on October 31st and going through to sundown November 1st. It was a night to honor loved ones that had passed on since the veil between their realm and ours is at its thinnest on that night.
Pumpkins are indigenous to the western hemisphere and were unknown in Europe before the time of Columbus. In 1584, French explorer Jacques Cartier reported from the St. Lawrence region that he had found “gros melons”, which was translated into English as “ponpions,” or pumpkins. Pumpkins have been grown in America for over 5,000 years. Native Americans called pumpkins “isquotersquash.” Pumpkins are not a vegetable, they are a fruit!
On this magical night, glowing jack-o-lanterns, carved from turnips or gourds, were set on porches and in windows to welcome deceased loved ones, but also to act as protection against malevolent spirits. Burning lumps of coal were used inside for light, later replaced by candles. When European settlers arrived in American they found the native pumpkin to be larger and easier to carve.
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Senior Workshop Enhance safety awareness Join Judith Fein, Ph.D., Director of The Evolve Institute for Violence Protection at Mizell Senior Center on Tuesday, November 17 from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM for an empowering workshop that will bring a sense of security awareness to participants of all ability levels.
members. To sign-up, visit the Mizell ticket window. Mizell Center, 480 South Sunrise Way, Palm Springs. CA. 92262 or call (760) 323.5689.
It doesn’t matter who or where you are, you will be empowered and prepared to prevent and/or thwart a potential attack. Fein is the author of four books on self-defense and violence prevention, has taught the art of self-defense for over 40 years, and has a Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do. She has taught empowerment and safety awareness skills to seniors, women, Girl Scouts, the disabled, and even the California Supreme Court.
Tips for removing chocolate stains
Don’t miss this important and empowering seminar. Cost is $10.00 for members and $20.00 for non-
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It Works Gently wipe as much of the excess chocolate as you can, taking care not to push the stain deeper into the fibers. Next, flush out as much chocolate as you can using cold running water on the back of the stain. Soak in a solution of detergent and water for at least 30 minutes before washing as usual.
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Halloween Safety Tips for Seniors 1. Keep all floors, entry ways and porches free of decorations. 2. Add night lights to hallways, walkways and rooms, and keep well lit. 3. Avoid window decorations that block light or view of front entry. 4. Use only safe pumpkin carving tools, light pumpkin with flame-less votive. 5. Place carved pumpkins outside to keep decaying smell and bugs outside. 6. Plan to spend the evening with a friend or family member (get help answering the door and handing out candy if you wish).
8. There is debate on turning off porch light, which can increase security risk. 9. Don’t leave an elderly person with Dementia or physical limitations home alone on Halloween. 10. Possibly attend a community event or family home, and return home after dusk. 11. Ask a companion or professional to be with you from 4:00 to 10:00 pm or Overnight. 12. Follow dietary instructions; avoid over indulgence of chocolate or sugar.
7. When done with candy, or at dusk: Put sign on door, “Sorry No More Candy.”
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Celebrate the 15th Anniversary of the Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument The Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument was established on October 24, 2000. Covering 280,000 acres from sea level to above 10,000 feet, it is home to a broad diversity of flora and fauna, including the endangered Peninsular bighorn sheep. Come celebrate with the Friends of the Desert Mountains as they host a 15th anniversary celebration of the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument at 10 a.m. on Friday, November 6, 2015. This event is free to the public and takes place at the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National
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Monument Visitor Center located at 51500 Highway 74 in Palm Desert. There will be light refreshments and a short walk on the newly renovated Ed Hastey trail (1/6 mile trail). Major sponsors supporting the celebration include Southern California Edison, U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, and Friends of the Desert Mountains. For more information about upcoming events in the National Monument and opportunities for volunteering, visit Friends of the Desert Mountains website: www.DesertMountains.org.
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Archaeology of Joshua Tree National Park Discovery Class Discover the ancient peoples who were defined by the arid landscape of what is now Joshua Tree National Park. Anthropologist Daniel McCarthy, who has extensive experience leading archaeology field studies in Southern California, will discuss how archaeologists study human culture, history, and evolution through material remains and environmental landscapes. The class will begin with an archaeological overview including an exclusive visit to see the artifacts and archival collections at Joshua Tree National Park’s Research Museum. The course will have two sessions in the field to study how landscapes relate to the prehistoric and historic peoples who lived in this area.
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The field sessions will require short hikes in the desert and will provide students with new insights into the park’s cultural heritage. Saturday, October 31, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Sunday, November 1, 9:00 am – 4:30 pm
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Meet at: Oasis Visitor Center 75549 National Park Drive Twentynine Palms, CA Fee: $110 for JTNPA/PINE members, $120 nonmembers Joshua Tree National Park Association 760-367-5539 joshuatree.org
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Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
INGREDIENTS 1-1/2 cups pumpkin seeds 2 teaspoons melted butter 2 teaspoons melted oil (olive oil or vegetable oil work well) salt garlic powder (optional) cayenne pepper (optional) seasoning salt (optional) cajun seasoning (optional)
DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. 2. While it’s OK to leave some strings and pulp on your seeds (it adds flavor) clean off any major chunks. 3. Toss pumpkin seeds in a bowl with the melted butter or oil and seasonings of your choice. 4. Spread pumpkin seeds in a single layer on baking sheet. 5. Bake for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown.
**Send your favorite recipe to the editor and if published, win a $25 gift certificate to a local restaurant. news@dmhnews.com
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PUZZLES & HOROSCOPE
Answers: Sodoku, p.14, Crossword, p.14
HOROSCOPE • OCTOBER 29 - NOVEMBER 4 ARIES (March 21-April 19). Something that only takes a moment or two — for instance, keeping your keys in the same place consistently or writing down all appointments — will yield a huge return on your investment of attention. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). When you have the option of saying less or more (and when don’t you?), less is going to be your winning ticket. Remember, loose lips sink ships — and perhaps the most important ships of all are relationships. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). When people spend money on you, your product or service, you feel appreciated, even loved. It’s not about the dollar amount; it’s the value those dollars imply. CANCER (June 22-July 22). You’re a dancer even when there is no music. The silent language of the body will tell secrets. Lock eyes with the one you are interested in and see where it goes from there. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Borrowed items have a magical quality. That is why you may be having trouble getting someone to return what was borrowed from you. No one will want to give up the special energy infused in your things. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You pay for a lifestyle, but you can’t pay for a life. It’s something that happens beyond the monetary exchange. Tonight, don’t let the important things go unsaid. Speak your heart.
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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). The present is a gift you can only appreciate in real time. The day will bring many opportunities to wander into and out of the “now” moment, and you’ll learn something about attention in the process. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). The garden, the riverbank, the bridge over dangerous water... Maybe you won’t be there in person, but these spiritual metaphors will show up in a meaningful way today. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). The moment you decide to take responsibility for a problem, it ceases to be a problem and transforms into a duty, and a much lighter one than you thought it would be. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Dare to show your feelings, whether it seems socially acceptable to do so or not. Someone will connect with your open heart — not a person you were expecting, either. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Who would you be without the roles in life you take on? At your core there is an unchanging “you.” The better you get to know this person the better off you’ll be. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). There is no benefit to overreacting; however, you won’t be sorry if you over-respond. This will ward against future problems. Going the extra mile will help you in direct and indirect ways.
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Annual Day of The Dead Celebration The Palm Springs Cemetery District and Well in the Desert will launch their third annual Day of the Dead/ Dia de los Muertos cultural festival, with all the proceeds going to Well in the Desert, a non-profit organization that provides hot meals, supplemental and emergency food, and social services to those in need. The Dia de los Muertos celebration will be held on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2015.
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The Festival includes food vendors , Mariachi Serenata, Nuevo Amanecer, and more, Folkloric Dancers from Palm Springs, College of the Desert and Desert Hot Springs, Student Art Work Contest, A Community Altar, Face Painting.
third one that is dedicated to our veterans.
The event is FREE to the public. There will be a community altar and people are invited to bring photos of lost loved ones, and a
For more information about the event, to be a sponsor or to have an information table there please call: (760) 3278577.
The event takes place at Desert Memorial Park, DaVall Drive & Ramon Rd, in Cathedral City from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
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BRAIN TEASER
Question: What happens only in the middle of each month, in winter and spring, and happens only in the night, never in the day? Answer on Page 14
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Movie Time Buster Keaton’s “The General” Before the show, hand-tinted movie theater glass slides from the silent era will be projected. Seating is limited, early arrival is suggested to get a good seat for this performance.
For more information go to ranchomiragelibrary.org and www. meetup.com/desert-classic-filmsociety. The Library can be reached at 760-341-7323.
The City of Rancho Mirage Public Library is located at 71-100 Highway 111 in Rancho Mirage.
Rancho Mirage Public Library and the Desert Classic Film Society present the 1926 silent movie classic, THE GENERAL at 6 pm. on Wednesday, November 4 at the Rancho Mirage Public Library in Rancho Mirage, Ca. FREE ADMISSION.
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THE GENERAL is considered Buster Keaton’s masterpiece and is one of the greatest films from the silent era. The show will include live music and sound effects by the PHOTOPLAY ENSEMBLE led by the “Mad Doctor of Sound Effects,” Henry Lozano.
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Book Fine Forgiveness at the Palm Springs Public Library Tis the season and once again the Palm Springs Public Library has designated November as Fine Forgiveness month. Beginning November 1st and continuing through the end of the month at the main library only, the Library will forgive outstanding fines up to $50 (if not in collection process) in exchange for nonperishable food items which will all be donated to
The Community Food Bank @ The Center, in Palm Springs. Each nonperishable, non-expired food item donated qualifies for $1.00 off your fines. Anyone who wishes to participate must come into the Library in-person to have any fines or fees forgiven; the customer service staff will forgive fines in exchange for a food donation.
The fines must have been accumulated PRIOR to November 2015; new fines accumulated in November 2015 are not eligible. So go through your closets and cars, bring in the overdue materials, clear your account and re-activate your library card! Help yourself and help someone in need! Don’t have a fine? Please feel free to do-
nate anyway, all donations are appreciated. The Library is located at 300 S. Sunrise Way, on the corner of Sunrise Way and Baristo Road. For more information about the Library call 760322-READ (7323) or visit www.palmspringslibrary.org.
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