Entertainment
Free Tribute Concert Series at Spotlight 29 Casino
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potlight 29 Casino is proud present another incredible lineup of tribute bands and artists for the upcoming 2016 Free Tribute Concert Series. The wildly popular free shows take place in the Spotlight 29 Casino’s Spotlight Showroom, offering the premiere entertainment experience in the Coachella Valley. On Saturday, January 16, Kenny Metcalf makes a return appearance to the Spotlight Showroom with his tribute to Elton John. Metcalf has the voice and appearance of Elton John from rhinestones to sequins; every detail has been meticulously recreated. He will play all of Elton John’s hits including “Rocket Man,” “Crocodile Rock” and “Bennie & The Jets.” Country fans won’t want to miss Vegas Country, a tribute to Shania Twain and
Tim McGraw, on Saturday, January 30. The show pays homage to Twain, the “Queen of Country Pop,” and the bestselling female artist in country music, having sold over 86 million records. Expect to hear No. 1 hits “Any Man Of Mine,” “From This Moment On” and “Whose Bed Have Your Boots Been Under?” The other half of this dynamic show focuses on the music of McGraw, who has 25 No. 1 hit songs including “It’s Your Love,” “Just To See you Smile,” and “Live Like You Were Dying.” Showtime for all of the FREE tribute concerts is 8 p.m. The concerts are held in the Spotlight Showroom, which offers open seating, full-service bar and dance floor. Guest must be 21 years and older. For more information, call 760-775-5566 or visit www.spotlight29.com.
Kenny Metcalf as Elton John
This Week 4 Town Square Art Affaire
5 Pippin at McCallum Theatre 6 Taste of La Quinta
7 Calendar: Events & Performances 9 Jazz for Jazz Lovers Concert Series 10 Curtain Time 12 5K Color Run in Palm Desert 16 The Buzz: News Around the Desert 18 Dining: The Palm House 21 Film Review: Daddy’s Home 24 Art Documentary Series at UCR Palm Desert Frenchie Davis at Copa, page 20
25 Nightlife
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On Stage
The Peking Acrobats
at McCallum Theatre The Peking Acrobats’ ability to perform the astounding is rooted in centuries of Chinese history and folk art. Records of acrobatic acts at court can be found as early as the Ch’in Dynasty (221 B.C. to 207 B.C.). According to Fu Qifeng, author of Chinese Acrobatics Through the Ages, acrobatics originated from daily lives, drawing experiences in work, war and sacrificial rites. Acrobatics became widespread during the Warring States Period in China (475 B.C. to 221 B.C.). During the Han Dynasty (207 B.C. to 220 A.D.), acrobatics flourished and were incorporated into court entertainments The Peking Acrobats have played to sold-out houses around the world and earned rave reviews during their previous twenty-eight theatre tours. Their engagement on Broadway in New York City made headlines with three sold-out weeks.
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he City of Rancho Mirage presents the return engagement of The Peking Acrobats at the McCallum for one performance on Sunday, January 10, at 3 p.m. Since their debut in 1986, The Peking Acrobats have redefined the perceptions of Chinese acrobatics with their amazing contortion, flexibility and control. The Peking Acrobats, a troupe of China’s most gifted tumblers, contortionists, jugglers, cyclists and gymnasts complemented by live musicians playing traditional Chinese instruments, will bring their 2,000-year-old tradition of acrobatics to North America for their 29th tour. As an added treat, the Acrobats are joined by drum and percussion virtuosos, Jigu! Thunder Drums of China. Hailing from the Shanxi Province, this worldrenowned company of drummers, percussionists and musicians have toured North America many times and entertained audiences around the globe.
The Peking Acrobats have appeared on numerous television shows and specials, including NBC’s “Ring in the New Year” holiday special and “Ellen’s Really Big Show” hosted by Ellen DeGeneres. The Acrobats set the world record for the Human Chair Stack on Fox’s “Guinness Book Primetme” when they balanced six people atop six chairs, 21’ in the air without safety nets. The Peking Acrobats also appeared in the hit film Ocean’s 11. Qin Shaobo, an Acrobat alumnus, appeared in Ocean’s 12 and Ocean’s 13. The City of Rancho Mirage presents The Peking Acrobats at the McCallum Theatre on Sunday, January 10, at 3 p.m. Tickets are $47, $37, $27 and $22. Tickets for residents of Rancho Mirage (with ID) are $42, $32, $22 and $17. Tickets are available at www.mccallumtheatre.com, or by calling the box office at (760) 3402787. The McCallum Theatre is located at 73-000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert.
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Art Up
Town Square Art Affaire in Cathedral City
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he Town Square Art Affaire will be held at Cathedral City Town Square on Saturday and Sunday, January 9-10. The Town Square Art Affaire will feature numerous artists presenting their original work in all mediums of two and three dimensional fine art, including paintings in acrylic, oils and watercolors, photography, etchings and sculpture. Artists will be present to meet with the public and discuss their work.
Art by Patricia Stanton
West Coast Artists’ shows, with over 30 years of experience, are distinguished by their scope of diversity and the wide variety of fine art. Presented are innovative works in differing styles of contempo-
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rary, traditional, modern, and southwest art for the discriminating individual or corporate collector. Talented artists, numerous and varied, are proud to personally present their unique work. Contemporary craftsmen present unique styles of individually handcrafted functional and decorative pottery, raku, turned wood vessels and gourd art. Among the objects of art you may find at any one of the many shows are oneof-a-kind works of sculpture in a variety of media. Gifted artisans present their original custom designed and fabricated jewelry, art furniture, stained glass and weavings. There is something for every taste and budget.
West Coast Artists’ shows are truly unique fusion of art, culture and living. They are like visiting numerous galleries at the same place and time, in a beautiful outdoor setting. The goal is to bring to appreciative new audiences a wealth of ever-changing art from accomplished artists and craftsmen. The Town Square Art Affaire will be held at the Cathedral City Town Square, located at City Hall, 68-580 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Cathedral City. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Admission and parking are free. The event is handicap accessible. The Town Square Art Affaire is presented by West Coast Artists. For additional information visit www. westcoastartists.com or (818) 813-4478.
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On Stage
‘Pippin’
at McCallum Theatre
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he McCallum Theatre presents Pippin for eight performances, Tuesday, January 12 through Sunday, January 17. Pippin, the most nominated Broadway show of 2013, won four 2013 Tony Awards including Best Revival of a Musical; four Drama Desk Awards; seven Outer Critics Circle Awards; and the Drama League Award. The new reinvention of Pippin uses a circus setting to create a high - flying, death - defying musical full of extraordinary acrobatics, wondrous magical feats and soaring songs from the composer of Wicked. Back for the first time since it thrilled audiences 40 years ago. Pippin tells the story of a young prince on a death - defying journey to find meaning in his existence. Will he choose a happy but simple life, or will he risk everything for a singular flash of glory? Following its acclaimed run at Boston’s American Repertory Theater, this captivating new production comes straight from Broadway, directed by Tony winner Diane Paulus (Hair and The Gershwin’s Porgy & Bess). It features sizzling choreography in the style of Bob Fosse and breathtaking acrobatics by Les 7 Doigts de la Main, the creative force behind the nationwide sensation Traces.
Pippin is noted for many Broadway standards including “Corner of the Sky,” “Magic To Do,” “Glory,” “No Time at All,” “Morning Glow,” and “Love Song.” With a book by Roger O. Hirson and music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz, Pippin features music supervision and arrangements by Nadia DiGiallonardo, orchestrations by Tony Award - winner Larry Hochman, scenic design by Tony Award winner Scott Pask, costume design by Dominique Lemieux, lighting design by Tony Award - winner Kenneth Posner, sound design by Jonathan De ans and Garth Helm. Performance times for Pippin are: • Tuesday, January 12 at 8 p.m. • Wednesday, January 13 at 2 and 8 p.m. • Thursday, January 14 at 8 p.m. • Friday, January 15 at 8 p.m. • Saturday, January 16 at 2 and 8 p.m. • Sunday, January 17 at 2 p.m. Ticket prices range from $57 to $107, depending on performance time and seating and are available online at www. mccallumtheatre.com, or by calling the McCallum Theatre Box Office at (760) 340-2787. The McCallum Theatre, located at 73-000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert.
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Special Event
Taste of La Quinta in Old Town
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on’t miss first major event of 2016! The Seventh Annual Taste of La Quinta is back and better than ever. Saturday, January 9, 2016, 1 to 4 p.m. in Old Town La Quinta.
It Up Mongolian Grill, Deli on Miles, El Mexicali Café, El Ranchito, LQ Brewing Company, La Quinta Baking Company, La Rue Wine Bar, Mario’s Italian Kitchen Stuft Pizza Bar & Grill and many more.
Join us in Old Town for food and wine tastings from all of your favorite restaurants. Back by popular demand is entertainer Will Donato and the Art of Sax. Unwind with your neighbors, sway to the music, enjoy a live radio remote, and soak up the beautiful weather we experience here in La Quinta.
Early bird pricing is available until January 8 at 5 p.m. $20 for Unlimited Wine Tasting; $25 for Unlimited Food Tasting; $45 Combo Ticket (food & wine); or for $100, a Fast Pass Combo Ticket (food & wine). Wine tickets include a commemorative wine glass to keep. Tickets at the event are slightly higher, so reserve in advance and save some money.
Sponsored by the La Quinta Chamber of Commerce, this annual event attracts residents and visitors from across the valley. Restaurants reserved to date include: Adobe Grill, Arnold Palmer’s, The Broken Yolk, California Ocean Grill, CJs Stir
For reservations, call the La Quinta Chamber at (760) 564-3199 or go online to www.lqchamber.com.
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Calendar
Events & Performances January 7 thru January 15 ONGOING ACTIVITIES
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Certified Farmers’ Markets
Section 14: The Other Palm Springs Exhibition explores life experiences of people who lived on this historic tract in the ‘40s - ‘60s. Section 14 was the home of diverse cultures, races, & ethnicities. It became a battle ground over Tribal Sovereignty and conflicting political and economic interests that forever changed the fabric of community life. 219 S. Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs. (760) 778-1079 or, www.accmuseum.org. Palm Springs Historical Walking Tours 7 different walking tours including tours of downtown Palm Springs, historic neighborhoods with high concentrations of celebrity homes, mid-century modern commercial properties as well as inns. Visit www.pshistoricalsociety.org for description of tours, days and times. 221 S. Palm Canyon Dr. in the Village Green, Call for more information (760) 323-8297. Reservations required.
Certified Farmers’ Markets Fruits, vegetables, artisan food vendors and other products from California certified farms. Locations: Palm Springs, Saturdays at 8 a.m., 2300 Baristo Road. La Quinta, Sundays at 8 a.m., Old Town La Quinta at 78100 Main Street. Palm Desert, Wednesdays at 8 a.m. to noon, 72-599 Highway 111. VillageFest Every Thursday, 7 to 10 p.m. Live entertainment, arts and crafts, food, farmers’ market, downtown Palm Springs on Palm Canyon Drive. Stores along the street stay open late. (760) 320-3781. Palm Springs Vintage Market First Sunday of the month, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Experience a diverse gathering of merchants selling vintage, retro and mid century merchandise. Camelot Theatres, 2300 E. Baristo, Palm Springs. Visit www.palmspringsvintagemarket.com for more details.
FOR BAR, LOUNGE ENTERTAINMENT, SEE NIGHTLIFE ON PAGE 25. FOR THEATER LISTINGS, SEE CURTAIN TIME ON PAGE 10.
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1/07 - 1/11
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27th Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival A well-established reputation as one of the most prestigious and well-attended film festivals in the country. Features more than 180 films from over 70 countries. The Festival’s glamorous centerpiece, the Awards Gala, honors the year’s brightest talents including Matt Damon, Michael Fassbender and much more www.psfilmfest.org.
Todd Rundgren 8 p.m. A successful performer since hitting the music scene as a solo artist in the early ‘70s. Spotlight 29 Casino, 46200 Harrison Pl, Coachella. (760) 7755566, www.spotlight29.com.
1/07 - 1/08 Night Fever and ABBA MANIA 8 p.m. Party like it’s 1977! McCallum Theatre, 73-000 Fred Waring Dr., Palm Desert. (760) 340-2782, www.mccallumtheatre.com.
The Pete Christlieb Quintet 8 p.m. Free admission for students and active military, tickets $25. Pete Carlson’s Golf & Tennis, 73-741 Highway 111, Palm Desert. (760) 568-3263, www.petecarlsonsgolf.com. John Pizzarelli 8 p.m. Guitarist and vocalist John Pizzarelli is one of the modern interpreters of the Great American Songbook. McCallum Theatre, 73-000 Fred Waring Dr., Palm Desert. (760) 340-2782, www.mccallumtheatre.com. The Gardens on El Paso Concert Series 5 p.m. Barry Black, benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Desert. Tickets on sale at 3:30 p.m. 73545 El Paseo, Palm Desert. www.thegardensonelpaseo.com.
1/08 Brent Fischer Sextet Ensemble 8 p.m. Free admission for students and active military, tickets $25. Pete Carlson’s Golf & Tennis, 73-741 Highway 111, Palm Desert. (760) 568-3263, www.petecarlsonsgolf.com.
The F-104 Starfighter, Missle with a Man in it 5 p.m. Hear from Col. Bob Lilac, a pilot who flew this cutting edge piece of military hardware to the very limit of the atmosphere. Palm Springs Air Museum, 745 N. Gene Autry Trail, Palm Springs. (760) 778-6262, www.psam.org.
7th Annual Taste of La Quinta 1 to 4 p.m. Enjoy food and wine tasting from all of your favorite restaurants. Entertainment by Will Donato and the Art of Sax. Old Town La Quinta, 78-100 Main St., La Quinta. (760) 5643199, www.lqchamber.com.
1/09 - 1/10 Town Square Art Affaire 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Featuring numerous artists presenting their original work in all mediums of two and three dimensional fine art. Artists will be present to meet with the public and discuss their work 68-580 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Cathedral City. www.westcoastartist.com.
1/10 The Peking Acrobats 3 p.m. They have redefined the perceptions of Chinese acrobatics. They are masters of agility and grace with their amazing contortion, flexibility and control. McCallum Theatre, 73-000 Fred Waring Dr., Palm Desert. (760) 340-2782, www. mccallumtheatre.com.
1/12 The Real Robinson Crusoe 2 p.m. Discover the true story of this castaway and learn how his story evolved into Defoe’s famous tale. Welwood Murray Memorial Library, 100 S. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs. (760) 323-8296, www.welwoodlibrary.org.
1/12 - 1/17 Pippin Broadway’s high-flying, deathdefying hit musical! Full of extraordinary acrobatics, wondrous magical feats and soaring songs, Pippin will lift you up and leave you smiling. This new production is the winner of four 2013 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival. McCallum Theatre, 73-000 Fred Waring Dr., Palm Desert. (760) 340-2782, www.mccallumtheatre.com.
1/13 Preserve Your Family Photos & Papers 6:30 p.m. A librarian will showcase several practices, online tools and resources to help you preserve your important family photos and papers. Palm Springs Public Library, 300 S. Sunrise Way, Palm Springs. (760) 322-7323, www.palmspringslibrary.org.
1/15 Marking Time: Voyage to Vietnam Opening Reception 6 to 8 p.m. Exhibit presents the stories, through graffiti left on a troopship’s bunk canvases, of young American soldiers and Marines. Palm Springs Air Museum, 745 N. Gene Autry Trail, Palm Springs. (760) 778-6262, www.psam.org. The Clay Jenkins Sextet 8 p.m. Free admission for students and active military, tickets $25. Pete Carlson’s Golf & Tennis, 73-741 Highway 111, Palm Desert. (760) 568-3263, www.petecarlsonsgolf.com.
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Crossword
“PARTY TIME” Across 1 Beast of burden 4 1/1 game 8 Kick out 13 Very 15 Shock jock né Gregg Hughes 16 Regard highly 17 Poker declaration 18 Periscope part 19 DeGeneres of TV 20 Song to be sung at midnight 23 Fliers in V’s 24 Snack 25 Stinger 28 Venerable 29 ___ public 33 Marshy area 34 Early priest 35 Bonkers 36 They’re often exchanged on January 1 41 Many a navel 42 Togetherness 43 Slog (through) 44 ___ Yards (Baltimore section) 46 French beverage
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Jabber Unruly head of hair None of the above Annual greeting Round after the quarters 60 Wagered 61 Mama’s man 62 2002 Olympics venue 63 Jazzy Fitzgerald 64 Supply-and-demand subj. 65 Cosmetician Elizabeth 66 Come across as 67 It’s a blast
Down 1 Pungent cheese 2 Justice Alito 3 Said “cheese” 4 Gaucho’s weapon 5 Store sign 6 Chicken order 7 Minor 8 Javelin, e.g. 9 Low area 10 Not well 11 Billiards stick 12 Prime time time 14 Heels 21 Delaware Indian 22 “I’m so glad!”
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Objections Bridge seat They can be inflated “... ___ mouse?” Dress (up) Per ___ (yearly) Landing In the thick of “I’m busy!” Ape Maui dance Above Rear Kinship Bluecoat Some computers 1977 Liza Minnelli musical Add to a pile Straying Kind of jar Sort Queen’s residence Bush’s alma mater Shade of blue Dutch treat Place for sweaters Goof In style
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Entertainment
Two Evenings of World Class Jazz at Jazz for Jazz Lovers Series
Clay Jenkins
Bruce Babad
riday, January 15 at 8 p.m. the talented Clay Jenkins Sextet will perform at Pete Carlson’s Golf & Tennis Jazz for Jazz Lovers Series. Clay Jenkins on trumpet, Kim Richmond on saxophone, Joey Sellers on trombone, Dave Szabo on piano, Trey Henry on bass, and Joe LaBarbera on drums. Clay Jenkins jazz professor at Eastman School of Music has performed world-wide and toured with Stan Kenton, Harry James, Buddy Rich and many others. Clay has nine recordings as leader and has worked with many major jazz artists.
the only person in history to receive the Gil Evans, Sammy Nestico, and Julius Hemphill Jazz Composition Awards.
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Saxophonist Kim Richmond is a band leader, session player, arranger and conductor, and has worked with Stan Kenton, Clare Fischer, Louie Bellson, Lalo Schifrin and many more. Kim has eight recordings as a leader and is an active jazz educator. Trombonist Joey Sellers leads his own jazz aggregation, composes for jazz and classical music, arranges and teaches at Saddleback College. Joey has played with many jazz big bands and combos and is
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Pianist Dave Szabo studied at the Lizst Academy of Music and is also an award winning jazz educator and won many prizes in jazz and classical piano competitions.
ers Series. Bruce Babad on saxophone, Ed Czach on piano, Luther Hughes on bass, and Paul Kreibich on drums. This jazz quartet is a tight knit group that plays together under the leadership of Luther Hughes. All of the musicians are part of the Cannonball-Coltrane Project. Saxophonist Bruce Babad has played with many jazz, blues, R&B and pop artists. He has played on over 75 recordings.
lerton Colleges, Saddleback College, Jazz Masters Workshop and has recorded five CDs as the leader of the Cannonball-Coltrane Project.
Pianist Ed Czach, graduate of Eastman School of Music, is known as Groove Dog by his associates complimenting his talented abilities. Ed has played with Clark Terry, Mel Torme, Chuck Mangione, and has directed many musical artists.
Non-profit concert proceeds support music education for young musicians in the Coachella Valley. Two world-class live jazz concerts, Friday and Saturday January 15 and 16 at 8 p.m. at Pete Carlson’s Golf & Tennis. 73-741 Hwy 111 Palm Desert. (760)568-3263 or visit www. petecarlsonsgolf.com.
Bassist Luther Hughes has worked with many jazz greats and teaches at both Ful-
Drummer Paul Kreibich has worked with many jazz greats and led his own jazz groups, having played with Ray Charles, Carmen McRae, Nancy Wilson, and many other jazz greats.
Bassist Trey Henry has worked with most of the top music ensembles including the LA Philharmonic, Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, Academy and Emmy Shows and has recorded on eight CDs with Tierney Sutton’s Band. Trey has worked with many of the best jazz big bands. Drummer Joe LaBarbera has worked with Woody Herman, Chuck Mangione, Bill Evans and many jazz greats. Joe is a jazz educator and co-creator of Jazz Compass independent record label that allows him to record music that is close to his heart. On Saturday, January 16 at 8 p.m. the Bruce Babad Quartet will perform the music of Paul Desmond at the Jazz Lov-
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Curtain Time
‘My Life on Broadway’ in Palm Desert By Gary Walker For Desert Entertainer
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onductor/composer Wayne Abravanel shines the spotlight on himself for a change when he presents Wayne Abravanel: “My Life on Broadway,” 2 p.m. Sunday afternoon, January 17, at the Palm Desert Community Center MultiPurpose Room, 43-900 San Pablo Ave., Palm Desert. Abravanel has conducted for several Broadway, national, regional and local musicals, including “West Side Story,” “Nunsense,” “Side by Side by Sondheim,” “Chicago” and “Cabaret.” Locally, he was musical director for Derrik Lewis’ Musical Chairs, performed with the Desert Symphony, was musical director of the Coachella Valley Symphony, arranged and accompanied Kaye Ballard and other locally based headliners and is now the full-time teacher of chorus and piano at Coachella Valley High School. Curtain Time: Wayne Abravaenl: “My Life on Broadway,” 2 p.m. Sunday,
The Lyris Quartet perform the H.J. Meyerman Memorial Concert January 17, Palm Desert Community Center Multi-Purpose Room, 43-900 San Pablo Ave., Palm Desert. Free admission.
“Jazz Legend” Marilyn Maye has won every possible cabaret award and appeared on stages from New York’s Lincoln Center to the Riviera Hotel in Las Vegas. She now brings her inimitable stylings to Palm
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Springs’ Annenberg Theater Saturday evening, January 16. She has been named an “Official Jazz Legend” by The American Jazz Museum in Kansas City, MO. She grew up in Kansas and began her career in live concerts and on radio. She moved to Chicago after high school and drew the attention of Steve Allen, who gave her first major
career start on his “Steve Allen Show,” then “The Tonight Show,” for which he was the first host. She signed a recording contract with RCA and received a Grammy nomination as “Best New Artist” of 1965. Her musical theatre credits included leads in “Can-Can,” “Mame” and “Hello, Dolly!”
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Curtain Time Maye was listed as one of the Best Performers of the Best Compositions of the 20th Century by The Arts Council of the Smithsonian Institute for her recording of Alan J. Lerner and Burton Lane’s of “Too Late Now” in the MGM 1951 musical film “Royal Wedding.” You can preview some of her cabaret performances on her website, www.marilynmaye.com. Curtain Time: “An Evening with Marilyn Maye,” 8 p.m. Saturday, January 16, Annenberg Theater, Palm Springs Art Museum, 101 Museum Drive. Ticket info: (760) 325-4490.
Lyris Quartet Classical music returns to Palm Springs’ Annenberg Theater Friday evening, January 22, when The Lyris Quartet performs the H.J. Meyerman Memorial Concert. Daniel Schlosberg accompanies on piano. He was an award-winning Yale alumnus when he performed with the Cantata Profana. The Los Angeles-based quartet consists of violinist Alyssa Park, the youngest prizewinner in the history of the Tchaikovsky International Competition; violinist
Shalini Vijayan, a previous member of two Grammy-nominated groups; violist Luke Maurer and cellist Timothy Loo. Performing scores from Haydn and Schubert, this special benefit program honors Palm Springs Art Museum’s late Chairman of the Board H.J. Meyerman. Curtain Time: The Lyris Quartet and Daniel Scholsberg, 7 p.m. Friday, January 22, Annenberg Theater, 101 Museum Drive, Palm Springs. Ticket info: (760) 3254-4490 or www.annenbergtheater.org.
“Magic of Love” The Desert Friends of the Developmentally Disabled have announced their 4th Annual Afternoon Tea and Fashion Show, “The Magic of Love,” honoring Western University, Sunday afternoon, Feb. 21, at Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa in Rancho Mirage. Besides the fashion show, the special guests will be KMIR’s Manny the Movie Guy and Magic by McHugh & Co. Curtain Time: “The Magic of Love,” presented by Desert Friends of the Developmentally Disabled, Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa, 32-250 Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. For more information contact Marianne Benson, (442) 666-8964.
Box Office • “The Reunion of the Champagne Music Makers,” featuring alumni of “The Lawrence Welk Show,” 8 p.m. Tuesday, January 19, McCallum Theatre, Monterey Ave. and Fred Waring Dr., Palm Desert. (760) 340-2787 or www.mccallumtheatere.com. • “Suicide Dogs” by Jess Honovich, World Premiere 7:30 p.m. Friday, January 22; with following Friday and Saturday evening performances also at 7:30 p.m.; 2:30 matinees Saturday - Sunday, through Sunday, January 31, Dezart Performs, Pearl McManus Theater, Palm Springs Woman’s Club, 314 S. Cahuilla Rd., Palm Springs. (760) 322-0179 or www.dezartperforms.org. • “Pippin,” Tuesday, January 12-Sunday, January 17, McCallum Theatre, Monterey Ave. and Fred Waring
Drive, Palm Desert. (760) 340-2727 or www.mccallumtheatre.com. • The Desert Symphony and “Under the Streetlamp,” 8 p.m. Wednesday, January 20, McCallum Theatre, Palm Desert. (760) 340-2787 or mccallumtheatre.com. • “Riverdance,” 8 p.m. Saturday, January 23; 2 p.m. Sunday, January 24, McCallum Theatre, Monterey Ave. and Fred Waring Dr., Palm Desert. (760) 3402787 or www.mccallumtheatre.com. • “Anything Goes,” Friday, January 22 - Sunday, February 7, Palm Canyon Theatre, 538 Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. (760) 323-5123 or www. palmcanyontheatre.org.
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Special Events
5K Color Run in Palm Desert
kowsky Sculpture Garden on Saturday, January 9, from 8 to 10 a.m. Runners, families, enthusiasts (and dogs) of all ages can jump start their healthy New Year’s resolutions during this colorful event taking place on a USA Track and Field certified course. All are invited to burn off calories while being doused from head to toe in different colors while traversing the neighborhood and trails.
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he Galen New Year’s Resolution 5K Color Run begins and ends at Palm Springs Art Museum in Palm Desert, The Galen and the Faye Sar-
Concluding the run, awards will be presented by age category and all registered participants will receive a commemorative shirt and bag. Even the canine participants are recognized and get a special bandana. In addition, a free post-event
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Resolution Celebration follows with museum admission, live entertainment, food and special activities in the beautiful Faye Sarkowsky Sculpture Garden. The Galen New Year’s Resolution 5k is produced by Klein Clark Sports to benefit ongoing education and community programs at Palm Springs Art Museum in Palm Desert. Online registration is now open. The cost to participate is $40 for adults age 18-64, $15 for children ages 6-17, free for children age 5 and under, and $30 for military, veterans, and adults 65 and up. For more information call (760)346-5600 or to register visit www. galenresolution5k.com.
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La Quinta Cliffhouse 78-250 Highway 111 760-360-5991 www.laquintacliffhouse.com
ITALIAN
Sizzling fajitas agave at Fresh Agave Mexican Bar & Grill
AMERICAN
AMERICAN
AJ’s on the Green 36-200 Date Palm Dr., Cathedral City (760) 202-1111 www.ajsonthegreen.com
Solanos Bistro 78-075 Main St., Suite 105, La Quinta (760) 771-6655 www.solanosbistro.com
The Grill on Main 78-065 Main Street, La Quinta (760) 777-7773 www.thegrillonmainlq.com
Stuft Pizza Bar & Grill 78-015 Main Street, Suite 100 Old Town La Quinta (760) 777-9989 www.stuftpizzabarandgrill.com
Jem Steakhouse at Spotlight 29 46-200 Harrison Place, Coachella (760) 775-5566 www.spotlight29.com La Rue Wine Bar 78-015 Main St., Suite 109, La Quinta (760) 296-3420 www.laruewinebar.com Old Town Coffee Company 78-100 Main St., Suite 102, La Quinta (760) 564-5233 Rick’s Restaurant & Bakery 1937 N. Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs (760) 416-0090 www.ricksrestaurant.biz
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Woody’s Burgers 317 N. Indian Canyon Dr., Palm Springs (760) 230-0188 www.woodysburgersps.com Rick’s Desert Grill 1596 N. Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs (760) 325-2127 www.ricksrestaurant.biz Goody’s Cafe 72246 Varner Rd., Thousand Palms (760) 343-7710 Vicky’s of Santa Fe 45100 Club Dr., Indian Wells (760) 345-9770 www.vickysofsantafe.com
MEXICAN La Suerte at Spotlight 29 46-200 Harrison Place, Coachella (760) 775-5566 www.spotlight29.com
Riccio’s Steak and Seafood 495 N. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs (760) 325-3111 www.ricciossteakandseafood.com
Fresh Agave Mexican Bar & Grill 73325 Highway 111, Palm Desert (760) 836-9028 freshagavemexicanbarandgrill.com
Alberto’s Ristorante 71-416 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage (760) 346-3221 www.albertos-ristorante.com
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Bucatini Trattoria 46660 Washington Street, La Quinta (760) 777-9007 www.bucatini.biz Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill 265 S. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs (760) 320-8041 www.sammygsrestaurant.com Trilussa Ristorante 68-718 E. Palm Canyon Dr. Cathedral City (760) 328-2300 www.trilussarestaurant.com
MEXICAN El Ranchito 78-039 Calle Estado, La Quinta (760) 564-0061 Las Casuelas Terraza 222 S. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs (760) 325-2794 www.lascasuelas.com
Monsoon Indian Cuisine 555 S. Sunrise Way, Palm Springs (760) 325-2700 www.monsoonindiancuisine.com India Oven 35-875 Date Palm Dr., Cathedral City (760) 770-3918 www.india-oven.com
SEAFOOD Pacifica Seafood Restaurant 73-505 El Paseo, Palm Desert (760) 674-8666 www.pacificaseafoodrestaurant.com Fisherman’s Market and Grill www.fishermans.com 235 S. Indian Canyon Dr., Palm Springs (760) 327-1766 44250 Town Center Way, Palm Desert (760) 776-6533 78575 Highway 111, La Quinta (760) 777-1601
Tortillas Restaurant 32-123 Cathedral Canyon Drive, Cathedral City (760) 324-8070
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Hiking & Biking Trails Hiking Palm Springs
Hiking La Quinta
Andreas Canyon Trail
Boo Hoff Trail to Lake
Tahquitz Canyon
Cahuilla Loop
Palm Springs Art Museum Trail
For directions, maps and information visit www.playinlaquinta.com.
Murray Canyon Trail Araby Trail South Lykken Trail North Lykken Trail For directions, maps and information visit www.visitpalmsprings.com.
Hiking Rancho Mirage Bighorn Overlook Trail Butler-Abrams Trail Chuckwalla Trail Clancy Lane Trail Jack Rabbit Trail Road Runner Trail For directions, maps and information visit www.ranchomirageca.gov.
Hiking Palm Desert Hopalong Cassidy Trail
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around the desert
Biking Palm Springs Las Palmas Loop Downtown Loop Citywide Loop Tahquitz Creek Loop Deepwelll Loop Canyon Country Club Loop Gene Autry Bikeway Whitewater Trail For directions, maps and information visit www.visitpalmsprings.com.
Biking La Quinta Bear Creek Trailhead Cove Oasis Trailhead Fritz Burns Park
Randall Henderson Trail
Fred Wolff Bear Creek Nature Preserve
Herb Jeffries Trail
La Quinta Library
For directions, maps and information visit www.cityofpalmdesert.org
La Quinta Park Sports Complex
Hiking La Quinta
Boys and Girls Club
Bear Creek Trailhead to Cave, Cave to Palm Oasis
For directions, maps and information visit www.playinlaquinta.com.
Cove to Lake Cahuilla
The Buzz
Camp Pendleton Cup at El Dorado Polo Club The American Polo Association kicks off an exciting 2016 season with a charity military tournament, the Camp Pendleton Cup, on Saturday, January 9 and Sunday, January 10 at El Dorado. Commissioner Michael Farah will host four Branch Service teams – Army, Navy, Air Force and the Marines. Tournament will commence on Saturday at 11 a.m., followed by a second game at 12 p.m. The games continue Sunday with consultation game beginning at 10 a.m. and final championship game will follow at 11:30 a.m. For more information visit www. americanpoloassociation.com.
Hike with Joshua Tree Park Superintendent The National Park Service turns 100 years old this year. In recognition and celebration of this milestone, Joshua Tree National Park Superintendent, David Smith will be leading hikes up five different peaks in the park. The schedule is as follows: Pinto Mountain, 9 miles - January 9, (Meet at Turkey Flats Backcountry Board 0900, all day) • Monument Mountain, 6 miles – February 6 (Meet at Cottonwood Visitor Center 0830, half day) • Eagle Peak, 10 miles – March 5, (Meet at Cottonwood Visitor Center 0830, all day) • Queen Mountain, 4 miles – April 2, (Meet at Joshua Tree Visitor Center 0800, half day) • Quail Mountain, 12 miles – April 30, (Meet at Joshua Tree Visitor Center 0700, all day). These hikes are all challenging and participants should be fit and in good health. Bring appropriate footwear for hiking as well as a hat, sunscreen, food and water. (760) 367-5502 to RSVP.
CVHM to restore 1921 Water Tower The Coachella Valley History Museum recently launched a fundraising campaign to restore its historic M.H. Whittier Company water tower and collection of antique farm implements. The museum’s goal is to raise $50,000. For more information about the water tower project, visit www.cvhm.org/water-tower.html or call (760) 342-6651.
VisitPalmSprings APP Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism and Civic Resource Group (CRG) announced the availability of the new “VisitPalmSprings” App on iTunes. The joint collaboration achieves the goal of delivering a mobile solution that provides instant, multi-aspect navigation data. Residents, visitors planning trips and tourists in the City of Palm Springs now have instant access to a broad range of information about the city on their mobile device.
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Entertainment
Charitable Concert Series returns to El Paseo
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he Gardens on El Paseo will help raise funds for several Coachella Valley charities when it kicks off its 18th Annual Concert Series. Held on Saturday evenings, performances run from January 9 through February 27.
• February 6 – The Myx (benefiting Fuller Center for Housing)
“Our concert series has brought together music and giving to unite the community for nearly two decades,” says Patrick Klein, general manager of The Gardens on El Paseo. “This year, we will raise funds for eight vital charities, but since the inception of the series, we have raised more than $1 million for those in need.”
• February 27 – John Stanley King Band (benefiting YMCA of the Desert)
• February 13 – Patrick Sieben (benefiting VNA California) • February 20 – Desert Sol (benefiting Angel View)
For more information, visit www.thegardensonelpaseo.com/events.
This year’s musical lineup will consist of blues, rock and roll, contemporary and jazz genres. The series kicks off with vocal reality star Barry Black, and includes local favorites like the John Stanley King Band. The one-hour concerts take place on Saturdays at 5 p.m. on the center lawn in front of Saks Fifth Avenue. Tickets go on sale at 3:30 p.m. at the Center Lawn and are $15, which includes two glasses of wine and light bites courtesy of The Gardens on El Paseo and El Paseo Village restaurants. $10 from each ticket sold will benefit a local charity as listed in the schedule below.
18th Annual Concert Series schedule includes: • January 9 – Barry Black (benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Desert) • January 16 – Heatwave Jazz and Show Band (benefiting Braille Institute) • January 23 – John Stanley King Band (benefiting Eisenhower Medical Center Memory Care Center) • January 30 – The Trebles (benefiting Women Leaders Forum)
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Dining
The Palm House
a great match of music and menu By Lucinda Sue Crosby For Desert Entertainer
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n December 4, long-time (and colorful) Coachella Valley restaurateur Wayne “Woody” Woodliff softopened what promises to be a hot new eatery – the Palm House. Besides a total renovation of the building formerly occupied by Tony Roma’s, Woody also expanded and refit the kitchen and spruced up the décor, doing much of the physical labor on his own. “Who better to realize my vision than me?” He asked with a laugh. “Especially since I’ve had a lot of reno experience and feel capable of building things exactly as I see them in my head.” The style is rustic contemporary with interesting touches like lamps and sconces created by local artist Susan Dorazo, expansive booths, recycled brick and tables dressed to please in white cloths and black napkins. A spacious patio near the entrance propels you through French doors into a large dining room anchored
The Palm House 450 South Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs Dinner 5 to 9:30 p.m. Daily featuring live jazz Bar Menu Wednesday - Saturday 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. featuring live dance music Happy Hour: 4 to 6 p.m., Daily (760) 537-5833 www.thepalmhousepalmsprings.com
Grilled Rack of Lamb served with cremini mushrooms, onions, spinach and garlic drizzled with Cabernet sauce by a stage and then on into a separate bar area. The effect suggests casual fine dining in a relaxed atmosphere – a perfect setting for a night out in our gorgeous desert … all pulled together by an obviously savvy owner/designer/manager. Indeed, Woody comes by his handson mojo honestly as he is also the successful proprietor of Woody’s Burgers, which was borne of an object lesson he sketched out to educate his sons. “They had an easier road growing up than I did and I thought laying out a detailed business plan for a restaurant was an impactful way to share some practical knowledge.” Weeks later, when an interesting space just happened to come available in downtown Palm Springs, Woody’s background in property flipping combined
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with his training at the American Institute of Baking ensured he was prepared to take advantage of a unique opportunity. He pulled the trigger on Woody’s Burgers and has never looked back. It’s not surprising then that, several years down the road, when an additional space with a great location and history presented itself, Woody recognized the potential and dove in. “I loved the Palm House space the minute I saw it,” Woody said. As you know, restaurants face fierce competition here. When it comes to enticing and keeping customers, Woody’s long-haul philosophy has been proved true: quality ingredients that are supplied by local vendors whenever possible coupled with an upscale All American
menu and a welcoming and friendly staff – that’s the secret of creating repeat business. “I believe in serving great food at an affordable price,” Woody said. “I want to demonstrate to my guests how much I appreciate their patronage.” Which is why, for the price of an entrée, you will enjoy a complete meal. The Palm House specializes in steaks, seafood, chops and pasta – a simple yet satisfying menu I characterize as elegant yet familiar. Standout entrees would include the meaty Rib-Eye steak (a value at $22) and the Grilled Salmon and Asparagus (flaky, delicate and moist salmon and al dente spears finished with citrus butter and lemon sauce). If you’re a fish lover, I recommend this dish.
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New York Steak served with tempura dipped onion rings a whole roasted garlic clove and choice of sauce ing which all cool cats who gig in this area are welcome to bring their instruments and sit in. And they do, brother. For you night owls who complain when sidewalks roll up too early, step on into live late night dance music Wednesday through Sunday from 9:30 p.m. till closing.
Wayne “Woody” Woodliff Tasty appetizers abound, with the Spinach Artichoke Dip (a creamy classic accompanied by crusty, warm French bread – easily enough for four as a starter) and Pan Roasted Shrimp (with coconut rum and pineapple flourish) both particularly flavorful. The late night Bar Menu best-sellers include the Pan Roasted Blue Mussels (ocean fresh, served with a sun-dried tomato/basil/garlic/lemon sauce) and the New York Steak Sandwich (succulent beef, thinly sliced, smothered in sweet onions and drizzled with melted cheese). And we haven’t even discussed the coolest thing about the Palm House – the live music seven evenings a week! Woody, who LOVES music and has dabbled in bass guitar for decades alongside luminaries like high school friend Brad Gillis of Ozzy Osbourne fame, invites you to grab a table and dine while listening to the smooth sounds of supper club jazz from 5:30 to 9 p.m., when the tunes are often provided by David Ring’s quartet. On Sundays, beginning at 3 p.m., the Palm House presents the Sunday Jazz Jam, dur-
As a restaurant writer, I often hear of a need for more music in the Valley – a place to dance into the wee hours. Wayne “Woody” Woodliff has heard your wish and is happy to be of service. Get your dancing shoes on, grab your appetite and check the Palm House. Grand Opening on January 13.
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oody Woodliff is vigorously entrepreneurial. His other desert eatery, the 1950s retro-themed Woody’s Burgers, is located at 317 N. Indian Canyon, Palm Springs. A great place to dig some classic tunes and bring to mind mid-century memories, the food also happens to be great – his burgers have won a slew of awards to prove it. And the onion rings! How fragrant and crisp! As the sun sets, more delights are in store. Even without knowing the password, you are guaranteed entry into an intimate speakeasy-type back room known as Woody’s After Dark where top jazz and blues artists make their musical magic. There is no cover charge but reservations are highly recommended. Woody’s Burgers is open seven days a week, 11 a.m. to closing. (760) 230-0188. To view the menu or entertainment schedule visit www.woodysburgersps.com
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Entertainment
Frenchie Davis at Copa
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ongbird Frenchie Davis was born in Washington, D.C., and raised in Los Angeles, where she started her musical journey performing in plays throughout her school years, eventually deciding to audition for the second season of FOX’s “American Idol.” Her success on the show launched the Howard Universityalum’s rise to fame rather quickly and she has been progressing ever since. Frenchie moved on to join the Broadway cast of the hit show “Rent” and played the role of Effie White in “Dreamgirls,” leading to four wonderful years on Broadway, eventually becoming a Grammy-nominated artist for her involvement in the revival of “Ain’t Misbehavin.”
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Recently, the singer joined Team Chris-
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tina on NBC’s hit show “The Voice,” becoming one of the top four finalists. Her cover of “When Love Takes Over” landed at #3 on the iTunes Dance Chart, launching her undeniable talent into the national spotlight yet again. Frenchie has now ventured out and established her own label Frenchie Davis Music Group, with the help of her longtime agent, Stephen Ford of Diva Central, Inc. She teamed up with international singer/songwriter Janice Robinson to record her first smash single “Love’s Got A Hold of Me,” produced by rising star Marco Borrero. The song is featured on Frenchie’s debut dance pop EP. An epic “Mad Max” style video accompanied the single. The song reached #14 on the Bill-
board charts and won the “Best Dance/ Electronica” award at the 2012 OUT Music Awards. Frenchie’s debut CD, “Finally Frenchie” is now available. With a career most people only dream about, a loyal fan base that increases every day, and a passionate love for life, Frenchie is a beacon of positivity wherever she goes. “I want to live my life to inspire people to be brave and courageous,” says Frenchie, “to believe in themselves and never take no for answer.” Frenchie Davis takes the Copa Stage January 16 at 8 p.m. and January 17 at 7:30 p.m. Copa is located at 244 E. Amado Road, Palm Springs. For tickets visit www.copapalmsprings.com or call (760) 322-3554.
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Film Review
Daddy’s Home high-spirited co-parenting comedy By Neil Pond
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hat do families need more — fathers or a dad?”
That’s the question posed at the beginning of Daddy’s Home by Brad (Will Ferrell), who wants more than anything else to be a dad — because he can’t become a father, at least biologically. Since an unfortunate snafu in a dental office years ago rendered him sterile, stepdad Brad is working hard to become part of the household — and the world — of Sarah (Linda Cardellini) and her two young children. It’s not easy. And it certainly gets harder when the kids’ real father, Dusty (Mark Wahlberg), shows up — and sets up the “good, old-fashioned dad-off” hijinks of this high-spirited holiday comedy. Motorcycle-riding Dusty is scuffed boots, big belt buckles and bulging biceps. Minivan-driving Brad is button-down blue Oxfords, neckties and the smooth jazz of the middle-of-the-road radio station at which he’s a mild-mannered middle exec. Her ex is “crazy and wild: like Jesse James and Mick Jagger had a baby,” offers Sarah. Ever-optimistic Brad is unfazed — at first. “He sounds like a rascal,” he says. “But I don’t think he’s anything I can’t handle.” That’s before Dusty takes over Brad’s home-improvement projects, his home and even his job, triggering all sorts of comedic shenanigans — dueling bedtime stories, a gonzo backyard tree house, a visit from “Santa” in April, a fertility-clin-
“Daddy’s Home” Will Ferrell, Mark Wahlberg and Linda Cardellini Directed by Sean Anders Rated: PG-13 Theaters: UltraStar Mary Pickford, Regal Cinemas Rancho Mirage Stadium 16, Cinémas Palm D’Or, Regal Cinemas Indio Metro 8 & Regal Palm Springs Stadium 9, Century Theatres La Quinta.
Mark Wahlberg and Will Ferrell ic fiasco and a wild motorcycle ride that turns Brad into a wall-piercing projectile. Ferrell and Wahlberg, who worked together previously in the shoot-’em-up cop comedy “The Other Guys,” are two very funny guys. It’s nice to see them both back in a PG-13 setting, especially after Wahlberg’s raunchy excursions with his furry, foul-mouthed teddy-bear friend Ted 2, and Ferrell’s crude 2015 prison-comedy with Kevin Hart, “Get Hard.” And it’s good to see them in something this funny. Much credit goes to director Sean Anders and his tight, bright screenplay collaboration with Brian Burns and John Morris, which keeps the laughs coming and works many gags for “overtime” payoff later. Keep your eyes peeled as well for L.A. Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant, actor-comedian Paul Scheer, and a cameo at the very end that puts the ideal capper on all that’s come before. But there’s a soft, sweet spot in “Daddy’s Home,” too, about parents and kids and the realities of divorce — about how it takes teamwork to make a family, how parenting is hard work and no two dads are the same. Brad tries to see beneath Dusty’s tough exterior. “I think, in here,” he says, pointing to his heart, “there’s a creamy center.” Daddy’s Home has one, as well, and it gives this rollicking co-parenting comedy a burst of sweet, flavorful feel-good that could make it a new seasonal repeat long after its theatrical run is done.
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Astrology
Horoscopes January 7 - 13
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Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
Agua Caliente Cultural Museum History, culture of Cahuilla Indians, baskets, artifacts, photographs. Wednesday through Sunday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. 219 South Palm Canyon, Palm Springs. (760) 778-1079. www.accmuseum.org. The Best of the Best Tours. We have been in business for over 20 years. The original PS Windmill Tour Company, 15 years now 9 a.m., 11:30 a.m. or 2 p.m. with our famous Ken Huskey, the master of Wind Energy. The original Rich & Famous City Celebrity Tour 9 to 11:30 a.m. or 2 p.m. and our Indian Canyons. 9 a.m. everyday. Call (760)320-1365 or visit www. thebestofthebesttours.com. Moorten Botanical Garden. 1701 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. Open daily 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., closed on Wednesdays. For more information call (760) 3276555 or visit www.moortengarden.com. Cabot’s Pueblo Museum. 67616 East Desert View Avenue, Desert Hot Springs. For more information call (760) 329-7610 or visit www.cabotsmuseum.org.
Palm Springs Air Museum. One of the world’s largest collections of flyable Worl War II aircrafts and memorabillia, vintage automobiles, large-scale model ships. Open daily year round 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., last admission at 4 p.m. 745 North Gene Autry Trail, Palm Springs, www.palmspringsairmuseum.org. Coachella Valley History Museum. Open Thursday - Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. 82616 Miles Avenue, Indio. For admission information call (760) 342-6651 or visit www.cvhm.org. Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. World’s largest rotating tram provides breathtaking views of the Coachella Valley as it ascends Mt. San Jacinto. Monday - Friday. First tram up 10 a.m. Last tram up Sunday - Thursday 8 p.m., last tram down 9:45 p.m. Last Tram up Friday - Saturday 9 p.m. and last tram down 10:30 p.m. Highway 111 and Tram Road, Palm Springs. For info, (760) 325-1391. www. pstramway.com.
he key to staying emotionally buoyant during this connection of the moon and Mars in intense Scorpio is to fully engage in the situation at hand and then disengage when you need to recharge. Make sure the others know that when you disengage, it shouldn’t be taken as a personal rejection. It’s a matter of self- preservation. ARIES (March 21-April 19). There’s a little mean- ness in you. It’s necessary. This is your fighting edge, your competitive spirit, your warrior’s heart. You appreciate the Capricorn or Cancer who can tame you today. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You’ll be deciding be- tween interesting options. The squeaky clean choice appeals for obvious and shiny reasons. You’re probably better off with the option that has more texture to it, though. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). The mysteries of life don’t want to be solved; they want to be danced with. Try not to rush to conclusions. There won’t be a prize for it today, anyway. It’s a time to slow down and try to take more in. CANCER (June 22-July 22). You’re 100 percent real and you’re around when they need you. Because they can count on you, they will. You’ll be busy, but you’ll also love being in the thick of it.
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LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). There is no arguing for personal taste, though a few around you may try to do so. The best way is not to get into it, to smile and ac- cept the differences as interesting but not as relevant to the outcome as some seem to think. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Impatience has the po- tential to work against you. Checking on something takes a lot of time and misplaces your energy. Let the pot boil, so to speak. Set the timer and come back to it. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). It’s back to the process of getting to know who you are, touching the faults and glories, wishes and dreams. This never really ends. It’s good that you take the time to keep up the relationship. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). The stories you weave in your head are like spells. They have real power and your real-life plot will spiral forth from the conclusions and intentions you come to in these. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). It’s probably the case that your enthusiasm will be far more abun- dant than your energy. That’s where your support system comes in. With people who feed your spirit, you can prevent burnout. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You’re more courageous in conflict than most people, and yet the smartest way is still to avoid it if you can. Most of it isn’t worth fighting over and, besides, tomorrow will bring a change in the landscape. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Routines can be boring or brilliant. You’re building one now and this stage is perfect for putting in a few quirky, special stops to keep it on the “brilliant” side. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You’re protecting your- self and it’s the right thing to do for the moment. Your current exaggerated level of vulnerability may disallow you to share your love in an attractive manner that invites fair exchange. But there’s always tomorrow!
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Entertainment
Art Documentary Series at UCR Palm Desert
of lines and geometric shapes to create works of remarkable complexity. This film takes as its focus the retrospective of LeWitt’s wall drawings at MASS MoCA in North Adams, Massachusetts, which opened for a 25 year run in November 2008. The exhibition includes 105 works from 1968-2008, installed posthumously, on roughly 40,000 square feet of old mill wall surface - the most expansive view of LeWitt’s oeuvre in a single space.
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his series is a partnership between UCR Palm Desert and the City of Palm Desert’s Public Art Department, featuring the fascinating stories of artists and their memorable artworks. These free movies are screened at UCR Palm Desert on the third Thursday of the month, and they are open to the public. A Q&A follows each film. To RSVP by phone, call (760) 837-1663. Sol LeWitt: Wall Drawings. Thursday, January 21 at 6 p.m. During the four decades of his career, Sol LeWitt produced more than 1200 wall drawings using a deliberately limited repertoire
Calder –Sculptor of Air. Thursday, February 18 at 6 p.m. Unique modern artist Alexander Calder (1898-1976) revolutionized the art of sculpture with his distinctive modernism, freeing sculpture from its stand and adding movement to the art itself. He rose to fame in the 1930s with his renowned Miniature Circus, but his modernist creativity skyrocketed with his wire sculptures, an invention he dubbed “drawing in space.” This film retraces this unique quest and explores the masterpieces that have marked the history of 20th century art. UCR Palm Desert is located at 75-080 Frank Sinatra Drive, Palm Desert. To RSVP call (760) 837-1663.
Range Riders Free Live Country Concert
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ayne Landes and Southland join Range Riders Tuesday January 12 in Concert Tuesday, January 12 Range Riders are joined by Wayne Landes and Southland at Miracle Springs Resort for a live Country show. Southland has appeared with many top performers throughout their 30 year career. Wayne Landes, lead singer and founding member of the group has appeared on numerous shows including the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson. Range Riders, host of this musical event, represent decades of musical history beginning in the ‘30s and
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ranging to the present day. The group performs across the U.S., bringing their unique family-style music and humor to audiences of all ages. Doors will open at 6 p.m. on Tuesday January, 12 at Miracle Springs Resort, 10-625 Palm Drive, Desert Hot Springs. Admission if free donations will be received at the door. A $5 donation is suggested to help offset the evening’s expenses. The concert starts at 7 p.m. Performers and their music products will be available following the concert. For additional information call (760) 329-0189 or (800) 600- 3082
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Nightlife
Nightlife
January 7 thru January 13 Entertainment sometimes changes after press deadline. Please check with venue to confirm the evening’s entertainment.
THURSDAY - 1/07 AJ’s on the Green Francesca Amari Jazz Duo, 7 to 10 p.m. 36-200 Date Palm Dr, Cathedral City (760) 202-111 www.ajsonthegreen.com Indian Wells Resort Hotel Frank Disalvo from 6 to 9 p.m. 76-661 Highway 111, Indian Wells (760) 345-6466 www.indianwellsresort.com La Rue Wine Bar Entertainment at 6:45 p.m. 78-015 Main Street, La Quinta (760) 296-3420 www.laruewinebar.com Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill Evaro Brothers in the lounge at 8 p.m. 265 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (866) 365-6500 www.sammygsrestaurant.com Vicky’s of Santa Fe The band Flyer from 4 to 6 p.m. Carolyn Martinez & Trio, 6:30 to 10 p.m. 45100 Club Drive, Indian Wells (760) 345-9770 www.vickysofsantafe.com
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Woody’s Burgers Laurie Morvan Band at 6:30 p.m. 317 North Indian Canyon, Palm Springs (760) 230-0188 www.woodysburgersps.com
FRIDAY - 1/08 AJ’s on the Green Siobhan! from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Drag Divas at 9:30 p.m. 36-200 Date Palm Dr, Cathedral City (760) 202-111 www.ajsonthegreen.com The Grill on Main The Rockaholics at 9 p.m. 78-065 Main Street, La Quinta (760) 777-7773 www.thegrillonmainlq.com Indian Wells Resort Hotel Frank Disalvo from 6 to 9 p.m. 76-661 Highway 111, Indian Wells (760) 345-6466 www.indianwellsresort.com La Rue Wine Bar Entertainment at 6:45 p.m. 78-015 Main Street, La Quinta (760) 296-3420 www.laruewinebar.com Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill Evaro Brothers in the lounge at 8 p.m. 265 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs
Rose Mallett at Woody’s every Friday night (866) 365-6500 www.sammygsrestaurant.com Solano’s Bistro Live music from 6 to 9 p.m. 78-075 Main St, La Quinta (760) 771-6655 www.solanosbistro.com Spotlight 29 Casino DJ at Blue Bar, 8 p.m. The Slick Tickets in the Hot Spot, 9 p.m. DJ Chase Martinez at Groove, 7 p.m.
46200 Harrison Place, Coachella (760) 775-5566 www.Spotlight29.com Trilussa Italian Restaurant Julius & Sylvia from 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. 68-718 Highway 111, Cathedral City (760) 328-2300 www.trilussarestaurant.com Tortoise Rock Casino Live DJ’s at Shelly’s Lounge 73-829 Baseline Road, Twentynine Palms
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Nightlife FRIDAY - 1/08 (760) 367-9759 www.tortoiserockcasino.com Vicky’s of Santa Fe Meet the Corwins from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. John Stanley King & A Band of Four from 8 p.m. to Midnight 45100 Club Drive, Indian Wells (760) 345-9770 www.vickysofsantafe.com Woody’s Burgers Rose Mallett Trio at 6:30 p.m. 317 North Indian Canyon, Palm Springs (760) 230-0188 www.woodysburgersps.com
SATURDAY - 1/09 AJ’s on the Green Cabaret Open Mic with Les Michaels & Wayne Abravanel, 7:30 to 10 p.m. 36-200 Date Palm Dr, Cathedral City (760) 202-111 www.ajsonthegreen.com The Grill on Main Rob Martinez & Friends at 9 p.m. 78-065 Main Street, La Quinta (760) 777-7773 www.thegrillonmainlq.com Indian Wells Resort Hotel Frank Disalvo from 6 to 9 p.m. 76-661 Highway 111, Indian Wells (760) 345-6466 www.indianwellsresort.com La Rue Wine Bar Entertainment at 6:45 p.m. 78-015 Main Street, La Quinta (760) 296-3420 www.laruewinebar.com Las Casuelas Terraza Palm Spring Sound Company 1 to 5 p.m. 222 S. Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs (760) 325-2794 www.lascasuelas.com Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill Evaro Brothers in the lounge at 8 p.m. 265 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (866) 365-6500 www.sammygsrestaurant.com Spotlight 29 Casino DJ at the Blue Bar, 8 p.m. The Slick Tickets in the Hot Spot, 9 p.m. 46200 Harrison Place, Coachella.
(760) 775-5566 www.Spotlight29.com Trilussa Italian Restaurant Julius & Sylvia from 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. 68-718 Highway 111, Cathedral City (760) 328-2300 www.trilussarestaurant.com Tortoise Rock Casino Live DJ’s at Shelly’s Lounge 73-829 Baseline Road, Twentynine Palms (760) 367-9759 www.tortoiserockcasino.com Woody’s Burgers Stanley Butler Band at 6:30 p.m. 317 North Indian Canyon, Palm Springs (760) 230-0188 www.woodysburgersps.com
SUNDAY - 1/10 AJ’s on the Green Shelley Yoelin and Bill Casale from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. 36-200 Date Palm Dr, Cathedral City (760) 202-111 www.ajsonthegreen.com Indian Wells Resort Hotel Ted Herman Big Band at 6 p.m. with Frank DiSalvo, Larry Capeloto & Lee Hartley 76-661 Highway 111, Indian Wells (760) 345-6466 www.indianwellsresort.com Las Casuelas Terraza Palm Spring Sound Company at 12 p.m. 222 S. Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs (760) 325-2794 www.lascasuelas.com Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill Eddie Gee in the lounge from 6 to 10 p.m. 265 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (866) 365-6500 www.sammygsrestaurant.com Vicky’s of Santa Fe John Stanley King & Trio, 6 to 9:30 p.m. 45100 Club Drive, Indian Wells (760) 345-9770 www.vickysofsantafe.com Woody’s Burgers Smooth Brothers at 6 p.m. 317 North Indian Canyon, Palm Springs (760) 230-0188 www.woodysburgersps.com
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Nightlife MONDAY - 1/11 AJ’s on the Green Piano Bar with Bill Marx from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. 36-200 Date Palm Dr, Cathedral City (760) 202-111 www.ajsonthegreen.com Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill Randy Seymon in the dining room from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. 265 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (866) 365-6500 www.sammygsrestaurant.com Solano’s Bistro Live music from 6 to 9 p.m. 78-075 Main St, La Quinta (760) 771-6655 www.solanosbistro.com Vicky’s of Santa Fe Heatwave Jazz & Show Band from 6 to 9 p.m. 45100 Club Drive, Indian Wells (760) 345-9770 www.vickysofsantafe.com Woody’s Burgers Trish Hatley & Barney McClure at 6 p.m. 317 North Indian Canyon, Palm Springs (760) 230-0188 www.woodysburgersps.com
TUESDAY - 1/12 AJ’s on the Green Rotating Piano Bar from 7 to 10 p.m. 36-200 Date Palm Dr, Cathedral City (760) 202-111 www.ajsonthegreen.com Indian Wells Resort Hotel Michael D’Angelo 6:15 to 9:15 p.m. Dance lessons by Van Spencer, 5:45 p.m. 76-661 Highway 111, Indian Wells (760) 345-6466 www.indianwellsresort.com Las Casuelas Terraza Palm Spring Sound Company, 6:30 p.m. 222 S. Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs (760) 325-2794 www.lascasuelas.com
Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill Randy Seymon in the dining room from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. 265 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (866) 365-6500 www.sammygsrestaurant.com Vicky’s of Santa Fe Janis Mann from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. 45100 Club Drive, Indian Wells (760) 345-9770 www.vickysofsantafe.com Woody’s Burgers John Bolivar and Barney McClure, 6 p.m. 317 North Indian Canyon, Palm Springs (760) 230-0188 www.woodysburgersps.com
WEDNESDAY - 1/13 AJ’s on the Green Jazz Jam with Mikole & Friends from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. 36-200 Date Palm Dr, Cathedral City (760) 202-111 www.ajsonthegreen.com Indian Wells Resort Hotel Rich Bono & Poupee Boccaccio, 6 p.m. 76-661 Highway 111, Indian Wells (760) 345-6466 www.indianwellsresort.com Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill Eddie Gee in the lounge from 6 to 10 p.m. 265 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. (866) 365-6500 www.sammygsrestaurant.com Solano’s Bistro Live music from 6 to 9 p.m. 78-075 Main St, La Quinta (760) 771-6655 www.solanosbistro.com Vicky’s of Santa Fe Lizann Warner from 6:30 to 10 p.m. 45100 Club Drive, Indian Wells (760) 345-9770 www.vickysofsantafe.com Woody’s Burgers Deanna Bogart at 6:30 p.m. 317 North Indian Canyon, Palm Springs (760) 230-0188 www.woodysburgersps.com
Venues and entertainers: email information at least two weeks in advance to news@desertentertainer.com
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INDIAN WELLS
COACHELLA
Vineyard Lounge, Miramonte Resort and Spa, 45-000 Indian Wells Lane. (760) 3341-2200. Drink and appetizer specials, Thursday 5-8 p.m.
Spotlight 29 Casino, 46-200 Harrison Place. (760) 775-5566. Happy hour at the Hot Spot inside Spotlight 29 from 2 - 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. to closing.
Agave Sunset at Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort & Spa, 44600 Indian Wells Lane. (760) 3411000. Daily happy hour from 4-6 p.m.
PALM SPRINGS
Vicky’s of Santa Fe, 45-100 Club Dr. (760) 345-9770, www.vickysofsantafe.com. Happy Hour, Wednesday thru Sunday, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
PALM DESERT Fresh Agave , 73325 Highway 111. (760) 836-9028. Daily, 3-5 p.m. Pacifica Seafood Restaurant, 73505 El Paseo, (760) 674-8666, www. pacificaseafoodrestaurant.com. Daily happy hour, 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday and Sunday, 3 p.m. to closing.
LA QUINTA Fisherman’s Market & Grill, 78575 Highway 111. (760) 777-1601. Happy hour: Monday - Friday, 4 to 6 p.m. Late night happy hour 8 p.m. to close. All day Sunday. La Quinta Cliffhouse, 78-250 Highway 111, (760) 3605991, www.laquintacliffhouse.com. Daily happy hour, 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. All day Sunday. Stuft Pizza Bar & Grill, 78015 Main St Ste 100. (760) 777-9989, www. stuftpizzabarandgrill.com. Daily happy hour from 3 to 6 p.m.
Shanghai Reds Bar & Grill ,235 S. Indian Canyon Dr. (760) 322-9293. Happy Hour: Monday-Friday, 4 to 6 p.m. All day Sunday. 8 p.m. to closing happy hour. Rick’s Desert Grill, 1596 N. Palm Canyon Dr. (760) 325-2127. Daily happy hour, 3-10 p.m. all day Monday. Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill, 265 S. Palm Canyon Drive. (760) 320-8041. Daily happy hour from 4 to 8 p.m. Woody’s Burgers, 317 North Indian Canyon Drive. (760) 230-0188. Daily happy hour from 4-6 p.m. Las Casulas Terraza, 222 S. Palm Canyon Dr., (760) 325-2794. Monday - Friday happy hour, 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
CATHEDRAL CITY Trilussa Ristorante, 68-718 East Palm Canyon Drive. (760) 328-2300. Happy hour, Sunday thru Thursday from 3 to 6 p.m. Bar area only. AJ’s on the Green, 36-200 Date Palm Drive, inside Date Palm Country Club. (760) 202-111. Daily happy hour, 2 to 7 p.m., 9 to close in bar and lounge.
Entertainment
‘Hot Spot’ at Spotlight 29 announces new entertainment
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potlight 29 Casino is excited to announce a brand new lineup of live entertainment acts coming to Hot Spot! A variety of incredible bands and entertainment acts, embracing a different genre every week, will be performing live every Friday and Saturday night from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Hot Spot offers guests a large size dance floor and state-of-the art surround sound system to dance the night away or to enjoy a cocktail at the full-service bar.
The Slick Tickets
On January 8 and 9, The Slick Tickets will sing Billboard chart-topping music from the ‘50s through today. Groove Kitty brings out the funk on January 15 and 16 with an array of R&B favorites mixed in with some top 40 hits. Get
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Groovin’ will have the crowd on their feet January 22 and 23 singing recognizable songs from Amy Winehouse, Tina Turner, Heart and more. Don’t miss the classic and contemporary Country and Blues sounds from the Just Dave Band on January 29 and 30.
“Hot Spot” Entertainment Schedule:
On February 5 and 6, Pop Vinyl Band will sing some of the most popular party songs of all time from “Play That Funky Music” to “Get Down Tonight” and “Holiday” and “Loveshack,” as well as current songs from Katy Perry and Maroon 5. Celebrate Valentine’s weekend with The Reall Deall Band on February 12 and 13. Be entertained with music from today, as well as the old-school classics.
• February 5 & 6 - Pop Vinyl Band
• January 8 & 9 - The Slick Tickets • January 15 & 16 - Groove Kitty • January 22 & 23 - Get Groovin’ • January 29 & 30 - Just Dave Band • February 12 & 13 - The Reall Deall Band Showtime for all of the free, live music in Hot Spot is 8 p.m. Guests must be 21 or older. For more information: www.spotlight29.com or (760) 775-5566.
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