Entertainment
Happy Together Tour at Spotlight 29 Casino
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potlight 29 Casino is proud to present the Happy Together Tour, featuring classic rock music from iconic bands from the ‘60s on Saturday, March 26, at 8 p.m. Tickets are on sale now at www.Spotlight29.com. Spotlight 29 Casino’s Spotlight Showroom offers the premier entertainment experience in the Coachella Valley. Named after The Turtles’ hit single “Happy Together,” the tour, which be-
Happy Together Tour Saturday, March 26 at 8 p.m. Spotlight 29 Casino 46-200 Harrison Pl. Coachella (800) 585-3737 www.Spotlight29.com
gan in 1984, brings together The Turtles featuring Flo and Eddie, The Buckinghams, The Grass Roots and Gary Lewis and the Playboys for a night of fun music and upbeat songs. The Turtles, Howard Kaylan and Mark Volman, also known as Flo & Eddie, will entertain with notable tunes like “She’d Rather Be With Me,” “It Ain’t Me Babe,” “You Showed Me” and their biggest and best known hit “Happy Together.” The Buckinghams were one of the most popular acts in the late ‘60s with such hits like “Kind Of A Drag,” “Don’t You Care” and “Hey Baby,” to earn them “The Most Listened to Band in America” by Billboard Magazine (1967).
pers including “Midnight Confession,” “Temptation Eyes” and “Let’s Live for Today.” Gary Lewis & The Playboys is led by front man Gary Lewis, son of comedian Jerry Lewis. The band had a string of hits starting with the No. 1 hit single “This Diamond Ring,” followed up by “Count Me In,” “Save Your Heart For Me” and “Everybody Loves A Clown.” Enjoy the ‘60s flashback with hit after hit at the Happy Together Tour in the Spotlight Showroom on March 26 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $35, $45, and $55, and are available at www.spotlight29.com, Star Tickets (800) 585-3737, or the Spotlight 29 Box Office and Gift Shop. Doors open at 7 p.m. The show starts at 8 p.m.
Guests can expect to hear The Grass Roots perform many of their chart top-
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Desert Art Festival
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Third Annual Family Fun Fest
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Events and Performances
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Curtain Time
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‘Every Face Has a Name’ Film Screening
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The Buzz: News Around the Desert
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Heritage Festival
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Dining: Monsoon Indian Cuisine
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Basket Identification, Desert Plants & Artifact Replicas
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Two World-Class Jazz Concerts at Jazz for Jazz Lovers Series
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Film Review: “10 Cloverfield Lane”
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Culture Weekend at Cabot’s Pueblo Museum
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Nightlife
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Free Tribute Concert Series
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Entertainment
Classical Mystery Tour
with The Desert Symphony
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lashback to February 4, 1964 ... The Beatles made their American debut on The Ed Sullivan Show. More than half a century later, audiences still remember where they were when they watched the Fab Four declare “I Want To Hold Your Hand!” On the 52nd anniversary of this defining moment in American musical history, the original cast of the Broadway sensation Beatlemania returns to your Desert Symphony to perform more than twenty classic Beatles hits on Thursday, March 24, at 8 p.m. Audiences will experience live performances of many Beatles tunes that were never performed live by The Beatles themselves, and great care has been taken to ensure that every note will be performed exactly as it was on the original recordings. Imagine the piccolo trumpet of “Penny Lane”; “Eleanor Rigby” featuring the lush tones of the full string section; and the climax of “A Day in the Life” with the full orchestra in a cacophonous crescendo. “I grew up listening to Beatles songs, and they are one of the main reasons I fell in love with music,” stated Nancy Tapick. Music Director, Gary Berkson shares his feelings “I’m so excited to have the chance to perform this music live.” Classical Mystery Tour features Jim Owen (John Lennon) on rhythm guitar, piano and vocals; Tony Kishman (Paul McCartney) on bass guitar, piano and vocals; David John (George Harrison) on
lead guitar and vocals; and Chris Camilleri (Ringo Star) on drums and vocals. The four musicians in Classical Mystery Tour look and sound just like The Beatles, but Classical Mystery Tour is more than just a rock concert. The show presents more than two dozen Beatles tunes transcribed note-for-note and performed exactly as they were originally recorded. Hear “Penny Lane” with a live trumpet section, experience the beauty of “Yesterday” with an acoustic guitar and string quartet, and enjoy the classical/rock blend on “I Am the Walrus.” Classical Mystery Tour is the best of The Beatles – from early Beatles music on through the solo years – like you’ve never heard them before. Many have called it “the best show the Beatles never did!” If you’ve never experienced a live Beatles show, Classical Mystery Tour with the The Desert Symphony allows you go back in time 50 years and sing along to “Hey Jude,” “Eleanor Rigby,” “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band”and more. Performance takes place on Thursday, March 24, 8 p.m. at The McCallum Theatre, 73-000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert. Tickets are $87, $67 and $47 and are available for purchase by calling The McCallum Theatre box office at (760) 3402787 or visit www.mccallumtheatre.com, or The Desert Symphony at (760) 7735988 or visit www.desertsymphony.org.
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Art Up
Desert Art Festival
at Frances Stevens Park
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he Desert Art Festival will be held at Frances Stevens Park on Saturday and Sunday, March 5 and 6, in Downtown Palm Springs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Desert Art Festival 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, sculpture in clay, glass, metal, stone and wood. Each artist will be present to meet with the public and discuss their work. All work is available for purchase. 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 contemporary, 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 one-ofa-kind works of sculpture in a variety of media such as bronze, clay, blown glass, paper, metal, stone and wood. Gifted artisans present their original custom designed and fabricated jewelry, art furniture, stained glass, and weavings. There is something for every taste and budget, be it a simple gift or the keepsake of a lifetime. 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. Our goal is to bring to ap-
“Open Book” by featured artist Richard Curtner preciative new audiences a wealth of everchanging art from accomplished artists and craftsmen. Our artists provide their patrons a finer appreciation that comes from sharing time and space with a piece of art, watching the sun color and shade a work over the course of an afternoon. Frances Stevens Park is located at 538 N. Palm Canyon Drive in Palm Springs, at the corner of Palm Canyon and Alejo. The hours of the event are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Admission and parking are free. The event is handicap accessible. The Desert Art Festival is presented by West Coast Artists and benefits a local arts related Non-Profit Organization. For additional information visit our website at www.westcoastartists.com.
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Special Event
Family Fun Fest
at Palm Springs Stadium
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he Palm Springs Public Library is once again presenting a Family Fun Festival to the Community during the public school district’s spring break. Partnering with several other community organizations and businesses the 3rd Annual Family Fun Fest will take place on Wednesday, March 23, 2016 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Palm Springs Stadium. Each organization will have a booth with a fun craft or game and here will also be a petting zoo, a bouncy house, and more! Helping us celebrate at the event will be radio station MIX 100.5 broadcasting live during the festival. Other participating organizations include:
• AfterSchool Magazine • Agua Caliente Cultural Museum • The Center • Children’s Discovery Museum of the Desert • Desert Water Agency • FIND Food Bank • LifeStream Blood Donation • Mizell Senior Center • Palm Springs C.E.R.T. • Palm Springs Power Baseball • Palm Springs Public Arts Commission • Palm Springs Sustainability Commission • S.C.R.A.P. Gallery • SunLine Transit Agency This is a FREE event for the community to come and enjoy, bring the kids and have some fun! Everyone is welcome. “The Library has enjoyed spearheading this free event for the community during spring break”, said Library Director Jeannie Kays, “it is a fun way for all of us to promote our programs and services and the library gets to preview our upcoming summer reading program.” The Library will be giving away free books in their booth, while supplies last. The Library is located at 300 S. Sunrise Way, on the corner of Sunrise Way and Baristo Road. For more information call (760) 322-7323 or log on to www.palmspringslibrary.org.
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Calendar
Events & Performances March 17 thru March 26 ONGOING ACTIVITIES
Agua Caliente Cultural Museum IndiVisible: African-Native American Lives in the Americas Smithsonian traveling exhibition focusing on the seldomviewed history and complex lives of people of dual African American and Native American ancestry. Fee admission and free parking. Agua Caliente Cultural Museum, 219 S. Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs. (760) 778-1079, 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.
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BNP Paribas Open The world’s best tennis commences, play out by stars and legends of the sport, on a stage at the foot of mountains. Indian Wells Tennis Gardens, 78-200 Miles Ave., Indian Wells. www. bnpparibasopen.com.
Eli Young Band 8 p.m. Country music sensation. A not to be missed concert for all country music lovers. Spotlight 29 Casino, 46200 Harrison Pl, Coachella. (760) 7755566, www.spotlight29.com.
3/17 Colin James 8 p.m. Canadian Music Hall Of Fame. Winner of six Juno Awards. 17 Maple Blues Awards and 2013 “ Entertainer of the Year.” McCallum Theatre, 73-000 Fred Waring Dr., Palm Desert. (760) 340-2782, www. mccallumtheatre.com.
3/18 The Geoffrey Keezer Trio 8 p.m. Enjoy world class jazz performed by some of the worlds most talented jazz musicians. Non-profit concerts. Pete Carlson’s Golf & Tennis, 73741 Highway 111, Palm Desert. (760) 568-3263, www. petecarlsonsgolf.com.
3/19 The Tom Ranier Quartet 8 p.m. Enjoy world class jazz performed by some of the worlds most talented jazz musicians. Non-profit concerts. Pete Carlson’s Golf & Tennis, 73741 Highway 111, Palm Desert. (760) 568-3263, www. petecarlsonsgolf.com.
Desert Plants and Artifact Replicas 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. A funfilled learning experience with opportunities to see and touch plants and artifact replicas, even create your own Cahuilla Village. Agua Caliente Cultural Museu, 219 S. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs. (760) 833-8169, www.accmuseum.org. Art Under the Umbrellas 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Over 80 artists participate. Located along the closed-off streets of this charming outdoor venue. 78100 Main Street, Old Town La Quinta. Live entertainment, free admission and parking. www. lqaf.com, (760) 564-1244. Basket Identification 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. If you have a family heirloom basket and would like more information about them, bring them to the Museum to be examined by two experts on Cahuilla and Mission-style baskets. Agua Caliente Cultural Museu, 219 S. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs. (760) 833-8169, www.accmuseum.org.
Heritage Festival 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Take a step back in time! Festival showcases the personal histories of Cahuilla, Mexican-American, Anglo, Black, Japanese and Armenian families. Food, entertainment, old fashion games and activities. Coachella Valley History Museum, 82-616 Miles Ave., Indio. www.cvhm.org.
3/19 - 3/20 Desert Art Festival 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Featuring 100 artists presenting their original work in all mediums. Artists will be present to meet with the public and discuss their work. Frances Stevens Park, 538 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. www.westcoastartists.com.
3/20 Music in the Park: Restless Heart 6:30 p.m. One of the most successful careers in Country Music history, placing over 25 singles and six consecutive #1 hits. Free concert. 71-560 San Jacinto Drive, Rancho Mirage. www.ranchomirageca.gov.
3/23 Third Annual Family Fun Fest! 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Free fun for the whole family! Includes games, crafts, petting zoo, entertainment and more! Palm Springs Stadium, 1901 E. Baristo Rd., Palm Springs. www.palmspringslibrary.org.
3/24 Classical Mystery Tour with The Desert Symphony 8 p.m. What would the Beatles have sounded like if they had a chance to perform live in concert with a symphony orchestra? Find out when Classical Mystery Tour; A Tribute to the Beatles performs live with Your Desert Symphony. McCallum Theatre, 73000 Fred Waring Dr., Palm Desert. (760) 340-2782, www.mccallumtheatre.com.
3/25 Jeff Hamilton Trio 8 p.m. Enjoy world class jazz performed by some of the worlds most talented jazz musicians. Non-profit concerts. Pete Carlson’s Golf & Tennis, 73741 Highway 111, Palm Desert. (760) 568-3263, www. petecarlsonsgolf.com.
3/26 Happy Together Tour 2016 8 p.m. Featuring classic rock music from iconic bands from the ‘60s including; Flor and Eddie of the Turtles, The Buckinghams, The Grass Roots and Gary Lewis and the Playboys. Spotlight 29 Casino, 46200 Harrison Pl, Coachella. (760) 7755566, www.spotlight29.com. The Peter Erskine Trio 8 p.m. Enjoy world class jazz performed by some of the worlds most talented jazz musicians. Non-profit concerts. Pete Carlson’s Golf & Tennis, 73741 Highway 111, Palm Desert. (760) 568-3263, www. petecarlsonsgolf.com.
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Crossword
“PAIRS” Across 1 ___ Flynn Boyle 5 Appliance wire 9 Fan part 14 Come from ___ 15 Field of study 16 One with no friends 17 Components in a store building 20 Boy in the family 21 Mom’s sister 22 YA reader 23 Duff 24 “Say ___” 25 Unmask 28 It’s in a jamb 29 Laudatory lines 32 “You beat me” 33 Zippo 34 Guest editorial 35 Spending very little money 38 Command to Fido 39 “___ & Allies” 40 Parson’s home 41 Sushi fish 42 Lines of verse 43 Indian dresses
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Nerve Total losers The media Concluding bit Shad ___ Beautifully clear Just the same “Gotcha” Against Mulligans Blemish Google’s thermostat
Down 1 Places for experiments 2 Big bushy do 3 April forecast 4 Long bomb’s trajectory 5 “No tie needed” 6 Praying figure 7 Monthly expense 8 Mom’s beau 9 Hair dryer 10 “Two Women” Oscar winner 11 Bet 12 Dorm overseer 13 Flub up 18 Martial arts 19 Ore.’s highest peak 23 Like flies
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Dictionary stuff Wash cycle Bluebloods Not shy Jeans material Sound off Thick Noses (out) 3-D graph lines Actor Sharif et al. Chinese philosopher Self-identification in some Apple computer ads 42 Shoves 43 All of a ___ 44 Geico lizard 45 Dumb mistake 46 Brazilian soccer legend 47 DEA movement 48 Madrid home 49 Mr. Descartes 50 Breakfast cereal choice 51 Give off 52 Golf course figure 53 “Have a seat” 54 Tried for the Presidency
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Art Up
Art Under the Umbrellas
season finale in Old Town La Quinta
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pring is (unofficially) here, marking the inevitable circumstance that yet another magical desert season has flown by. And with it, our population of Coachella Valley Snowbirds will soon ready themselves to fly away to cooler climates. But there is still time for one more trek to meet up with old friends and take in the sights at Art Under the Umbrellas on Saturday, March 19, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Old Town La Quinta. Admission and parking is free. Almost half of the 80 exhibitors scheduled were participants in La Quinta Arts Festival 2016 which concluded earlier this month, giving Coachella Valley art lovers one last opportunity to view and purchase artwork from these highly respected artists, along with a wealth of other talented Art Under the Umbrellas exhibitors before they all hit the road for the summer art festival circuit. Two of these marvelous Festival exhibitors are being spotlighted as featured artists for the March 19 event. Marcus Thesing – Glass (Laguna Beach) Born and raised in Southern California, Thesing apprenticed with master glassblower John Barber in Laguna Beach for three years to explore the medium and assist him in making works of art. Marcus stayed on with Barber for six more years to develop his skills before going out on his own to design his own work in his own glassblowing studio. Marcus’s love for nature has very much influenced his artwork, and through developing his own line of work, nature played a big part in color patterns, and in shapes of the glass, together forming a very organic look. Victor & Yaneth Yurivilca – Jewelry (Cathedral City). Master jewelry designer Victor Yurivilca is of Peruvian Incan descent. He works with his wife Yaneth to create remarkable jewelry combining sterling silver with various stones and shells from around the world. Whether
Glass art by featured artist Marcus Thesing it is a pair of earrings, a ring, a pendant or a bracelet, he devotes himself completely to the challenge of working out each unique design. For him, knowing precisely when each piece is complete and ready to be let go, is the joy and the challenge of his expression. There will be dancing in the streets! Back from their recent engagement at La Quinta Arts Festival will be the incomparable Steve Madaio Band, featuring the vocals of Horace Miller, and Bobby O’Connor on keyboards. This group is a wildly popular component of Art Under the Umbrellas, providing its patrons engaging entertainment as they browse the artist booths. This is your last chance this season to share a cultural and always fun Saturday at Art Under the Umbrellas with friends. Old Town La Quinta is located in the Village of La Quinta. Take Washington Street south, go west on Calle Tampico two blocks; Old Town La Quinta will be on the left. For more information visit www.LQAF.com or call (760) 564-1244.
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Curtain Time
‘Art’
presented by Coyote StageWorks By Gary Walker For Desert Entertainer
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f you think a lot of theatre is just some people standing around and talking a lot, you’re right. There’s some pretty sedentary stuff out there. But one of them NOT “Art” by French playwright Yasmina Reza.
A w a r d winning Coyote StageWorks presents 11 performances of this cleverly written three-hander beginning Friday evening, March 25, at the Annenberg Theater in the Palm Springs Art Museum. It won the 1998 Tony Award for Best Play and raises questions about art and friendship. Co-starring are company Founding Artistic Director Chuck Yates and founding members Larry Raben and David Engel, all of whom have won several Desert Theatre League awards. Says Yates, “Throughout the course of the play, the characters wonder how they all became friends and whether their friendship is truly worth all the tension. It’s exciting to me that we have three long-rime friends playing three longtime friends. “The play begins with Marc (Yates) telling the audience that his old friend Serge (Raben) purchased a white painting. A disagreement regarding its artistic value ensues, with each man trying to convince their mutual friend Ivan (Engel) to their point of view. Ivan’s desire to remain neutral angers the two friends instead.”
The production is directed by Don Amendolia, known for his work in film and television (“The Secret of My Success,” “Boogie Nights” and “Law and Order,” to name a few). Curtain Time: “Art,” by Yasmina Reza, 2 p.m. matinees; 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Friday; 8 p.m. Saturday, beginning Friday, March 25, Coyote StageWorks, Annenberg Theater, Palm Springs Art Museum, 101 Museum Way. For tickets and information call, (760) 325-4490 or visit www.annenbergtheater.org.
The Beatles Redux The Desert Symphony has invited Classical Mystery Tour to join in for its March 24 Tribute to the Beatles concert at the McCallum Theatre. The Tour’s members are Jim Owen (John Lennon) on rhythm guitar, piano and vocals; Tony Kishman (Paul McCartney) on bass guitar, piano and vocals; David John (George Harrison) on lead guitar and vocals; and, Chris Camilleri (Ringo Starr) on drums and vocals. Desert Symphony Musical Director Gary Berkson opens the evening’s program with selections from “West Side Story” (Leonard Bernstein), Dave Brubeck’s “It’s About Time,” Henry Mancini’s Theme from “Peter Gunn,” Georges Bizet’s Prelude to “Carmen” and selections from Meredith Willson’s “The Music Man.” Magical Mystery Tour’s selections include “Imagine,” “Penny Lane,” “All You Need Iis Love,” “Yesterday,” “A Hard Day’s Night,” “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band,” “Come Together” and many more. Curtain Time: “Classical Mystery Tour” and The Desert Symphony, 8 p.m. Thursday, March 24, McCallum Theatre, 73-000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert.
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Restless Heart at the City of Rancho Mirage’s Music in the Park series Call the McCallum Box Office for tickets: (760) 340-2787 or visit www.mccallumtheatre.com.
Restless Heart The City of Rancho Mirage’s Music in the Park series continues Sunday afternoon with Country Music stars at the Rancho Mirage Amphitheatre at Rancho Mirage Community Park.
Restless Heart has enjoyed one of the most successful careers in Country Music history, placing over 25 singles on the charts – with six consecutive No, 1 hits. Four of their albums have been certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America. Curtain Time: Restless Heart, 6:30 p.m. Sunday, March 20, presented by
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Curtain Time the City of Rancho Mirage, Rancho Mirage Amphitheater at Rancho Mirage Community Park. Free admission, open seating. Free parking nearby. Info: www. ranchomirageca.gov.
“Beauty and the Beast” “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast,” Broadway’s smash hit, is coming back to the McCallum Theatre for five performances March 25-27. Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film, this richly layered musical has won the hearts of millions of people worldwide. The classical love story of inner beauty winning out has lavish sets and costumes, dazzling production numbers and loads of singalong hits, especially “Be My Guest.” Curtain Time: “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast,” 8 p.m. Friday, March 25; 2 and 8
Beauty and the Beast at the McCallum Theatre p.m. Saturday, March 26; 2 and 7 p.m. Sunday, March 27, McCallum Theatre, 73-000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert. Tickets and info: (760) 340-2787 or www. mccallumtheatre.com.
Box Office • Disney on Broadway, 3 p.m. Sunday, March 26, presented by the City of Rancho Mirage, Rancho Mirage Amphitheater at Rancho Mirage Community Park. Free admission, open seating. Free parking nearby. Info: www. ranchomirageca.gov. • “The Laramie Project,” 7 p.m. Friday - Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday, March 18-20, Theatre Too, College of the Desert, presented by COD Performing Arts. Tickets and information (760) 773-2565 or www.collegeofthedesert. ticketleap.com. • “Sugar” (musical version of “Some Like It Hot”), March 25-April 3, Palm Canyon Theatre, 538 Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Desert. Info: (760) 3235123 or www.palmcanyontheatre.org. • Sarah Chang with the Wild Up Orchestra, 7 p.m., Saturday, March 26. Presented by the City of Rancho Mirage, Rancho Mirage Amphitheater at Rancho Mirage Community Park. Free admission, open seating. Free parking nearby. Info: www.ranchomirageca.gov.
• “Art,” by French playwright Yasmina Reza, Wednesdays - Sundays at 2 p.m.; Wednesdays and Fridays at 7:30 p.m.; Saturdays at 8 p.m. Presented by Coyote StageWorks at The Annenberg Theater, 101 Museum Drive, Palm Springs. Ticket information at www.annenbertheater. org or (760) 325-4490. • “I Love You, Marilyn!,” A one woman comedy show starring ASTRIDiva and her Marilyn Puppet. Saturdays in March at 4 p.m., Step by Step Dance Studio Theater, 316 N. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs. Tickets: (760) 778-6192. • “Altar Boyz,” April 8 - 10, 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday. 2 p.m. Sunday. Palm Canyon Theatre, 538 Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Desert. For more information, call (760) 323-5123 or www.palmcanyontheatre.org. • “Piano Men - Tribute to Elton John & Billy Joel” and The Desert Symphony, 8 p.m. Thursday, April 7, McCallum Theatre, 73000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert. McCallum Box Office for tickets: (760) 340-2787 or www.mccallumtheatre.com.
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Entertainment
‘Every Face Has a Name’ at Camelot Theatres
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esert Film Society presents the southern California premiere of “Every Face Has a Name,” screening at Camelot Theatres on Saturday, March 19, at 9 a.m. Film introduction at 9:20 a.m., screening is free to Desert Film Society member, $15 at the door. Discussion follows the film. The crowd welling out on the docks in Malmö on April 28, 1945 was a cross section of humanity: Norwegian resistance men, Polish mothers with new-born babies, British spies and Jewish survivors. All are united in this moment of libera-
tion. Now, 70 years later, they tell their stories reliving the happiness, confusion and insecurity of that extraordinary day when life began again. “Every Face has a Name” has been nominated for the Swedish Academy Awards in the Best Documentary category. View the trailer at www.everyfacehasaname.com. For more information call, (760) 770-0507 or visit www.desertfilmsociety.com. Camelot Theatres is located at 2300 E. Baristo Rd., Palm Springs.
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The Buzz
News
around the desert VillageFest 25th Anniversary If you’re looking for some St. Paddy’s Day fun next Thursday, March 17 come on down to Palm Springs VillageFest for the 25th anniversary celebration of the Coachella Valley’s popular street fair along with some great music from the Red Hot Chili Pipers. The festivities kick off at 6 p.m. A live performance from the group of fusion rock bagpipers takes place at 6:30 p.m. on the main VillageFest stage, located at the corner of Tahquitz Canyon Way and Palm Canyon Drive. Beginning at 7 p.m. Free birthday cupcakes will be passed to the crowd. For more information, visit www.villagefest.org.
2016 ‘Evening Under the Stars’ Honorees AIDS Assistance Program – Food Samaritans (AAP) is pleased to announce several community leaders will be honored at the 23rd annual Evening Under the Stars gala, scheduled for Saturday, April 30, at 6 p.m. at the O’Donnell Golf Club in Palm Springs. The 2016 honorees include: Senator Barbara Boxer (Jeannette Rockefeller Humanitarian Award), Terri Ketover (Gloria Greene Inspiration Award), Cathy MacNaughton (Herb Lazenby Community Service Award) and Jane Wagner (Joanna Jakway Community Hero Award). The new Corporate Angel Award will be given this year to Walgreens. For more information or tickets to Evening Under the Stars visit www. aidsassistance.org or call (760) 325-8481.
Inspiring Women in Sports Conference ANA Inspiration has announced the Inspiring Women in Sports Conference, held Tuesday, March 29. Featuring special guests; Arianna Huffington, Missy Franklin, Abby Wambach, Lindsey Vonn, Kristi Yamaguchi, Jessica Long, Julie Foudy and Annika Sorenstam. Limited seating available, for full event details visit wwww. anainspiration.com/conference.
Living Green Lecture Series
It’s so easy to be green! People and the Environment: Eco-Volunteerism in the Coachella Valley lecture will be held at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, March 23. Think you can’t make a difference? Think again! This lecture will be an interactive and in-depth exploration of Citizen Science and Green Volunteerism in the Coachella Valley. An engaging panel of experts will explain how each of us can play a role in making science happen. You’ll leave knowing how you can have an impact on your community, your environment, and the world. To RSVP contact (760) 834-0800, lecture is held at UCR Palm Desert, 75-080 Frank Sinatra Drive in Palm Desert.
El Mexicali Café Celebrates 35 Years
El Mexicali Café has become the destination for Mexican fare for locals, celebrities and visitors, alike. Traditional and family recipes keep El Mexicali’s customers coming back for more, especially their famous shrimp-stuffed yellow peppers. A celebration is planned for Saturday, March 19, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Everyone is invited to come and join the festivities. DJ, Mariachi, prizes and fun is in store for those who join the celebration. El Mexicali Café is located at 82-720 Indio Boulevard, Indio. For more information call (760) 3471290 or visit www.elmexicalicafe.com.
Hook a Fish and Win Big Cash
Big Bear Visitors Bureau officials announced today that anglers have more chances to win cash prizes at this year’s Fishin’ for $50K+ Trout Derby. In fact, there will be a total of 80 trout planted into the lake with tags on their dorsal fin. The 80 tagged trout are all worth various cash prizes including five grand prize tagged trout worth $10,000 each. Fishin’ for $50K+ is Saturday, June 11 and Sunday, June 12. For rules and regulations or to register visit www.bigbear.com or call (800) 424-4232.
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Astrology
Horoscopes March 17 - March 23
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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. Call for the Lowest and Best Tours in the Valley. We have been in business for 20 years now. The original PS Windmill Tour Company. Tours daily, 9 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. The original Rich & Famous City Celebrity Tour, Tours daily, 9 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m., Indian Canyon Tour, Daily at 9 a.m. Also offering Combination Tours. Call for reservations at (760) 320-1365 or visit www.thebestofthebesttours.com. 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.
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, (760) 327-6555 or visit www.moortengarden.com. 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. Cabot’s Pueblo Museum. 67616 East Desert View Avenue, Desert Hot Springs. For more information call (760) 329-7610 or visit www.cabotsmuseum.org.
ercury and Pluto are not in agreement as to the correct way to show you care. For this reason, think twice before trying to fix things with your wallet. Tomorrow throws more luck into the equation, probably in the form of keener insights and better information. If you can hold off on making a purchase, do so — you’ll be glad you stalled. ARIES (March 21-April 19). You are like Michelangelo today, chipping and chiseling away at the marble so you can liberate the angels inside. Truly, when you create, you are the most alive. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Your mind doesn’t work alphabetically — no one’s does. The associations you make to keep things straight will amuse you and anyone lucky enough to share ideas with you, too. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Conversation helps you flex your creative muscles. You might be surprised at what certain people say. It’s not what you would have predicted, but then again, you have a way of bringing unusual things out of people. CANCER (June 22-July 22). What comes automatically to you would require a great effort from another person. This is a perk you get to enjoy because long ago you put in the time and energy necessary to obtain some good habits.
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LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). What you’re conscious of is only a small portion of the story. This is one more reason why you shouldn’t worry so much about the things you said. It wasn’t about your word choices. There’s quite a lot going on right now. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You’ve come a long way, and now you’ll be retracing some of those steps. You’re not exactly in the place you wanted to land, but you’re close. Once you back up, you’ll see where you needed to turn. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Will the person be able to meet your expectations or do you need a change of cast? You could just ask! You might not get a completely honest answer, but you’ll get the answer you need to make a decision. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). It’s natural to create a buffer around yourself. It’s a matter of protection, really. You prefer to control how involved you are with others. You don’t always want to be so intimately known. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Sure, there are things you could be doing better, and in time you’ll get to the place you want to be. But for now, celebrate where you’re at. You are doing so many things right. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You don’t want the same things as the people around you want, yet you still feel like you’re in competition for some reason. Maybe it’s because you simply thrive on challenge. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Because you have higher standards, you’ll be held to them. This will be true regardless of whether you share your expectations or not. You’re in your own category. Really, this can’t be helped. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Someone approves of you, another person disapproves — no matter what you do, you can’t please everyone. Work on making yourself happy and you’ll be just fine.
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Special Event
Heritage Festival at Coachella Valley History Museum
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ake a step back in time! Come and experience the Festival, Saturday March 19 on the grounds of the Coachella Valley History Museum in Old Town Indio. The Festival provides a unique opportunity to learn about the significant cultures that led to the settlement of the Coachella Valley.
and much more. Children can participate in old fashioned games and activities such as sack and egg races, jump rope, clothespin doll making, origami folding, Cahuilla crafts, dress-a-dolly, and Aunt Polly’s wash room. Vendors with handcrafted products provide an opportunity not seen in most festivals.
The Festival showcases the personal histories of Cahuilla, Mexican-American, Anglo, Black, Japanese and Armenian families by means of “story boards “ that detail their timelines and presence in the Valley. In addition, foods and entertainment representing these cultures are featured throughout the day- folkloric dancers, gospel choirs, fiddlers, storytellers, a bluegrass band and Japanese Taiko drummers, will highlight the event.
This family - oriented event is free to the community. The grounds of the Museum boasts many vintage exhibits and buildings. The center of the grounds has the 1927 Dr. Smiley-Tyler adobe home, surrounded by a complete blacksmith shop, the 1909 one-room Indio Public Schoolhouse and the Date Museum. The grounds also features a memorial Japanese garden, Dr. Carreon Desert garden, memorial rose garden, a working date garden and a Cahuilla ethnobotanical garden. For more information visit www.cvhm.org, museum hours are Thursday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m. The Museum is located at 82-616 Miles Ave., Indio.
Early American craft demonstrators will be on hand. Watch a real blacksmith in action, weavers and spinners, wood carvers, potters, paper crafters, vaquero horsemanship demonstrations, quilters
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Dining
Monsoon Indian Cuisine perfected family recipes By Lucinda Sue Crosby For Desert Entertainer
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h exotic India! Land of the Taj Mahal. Home of the holy Ganges River, the Himalayan Mountains, Bollywood’s bustling film production and the Lotus Temple. A vast array of cultural influences across a huge expanse of territory add individuated flourish and color to centuries of fashion, tradition, industry, music and dance, art and food … especially the food.
Monsoon Indian Cuisine 555 S. Sunrise Way, Suite 107 Palm Springs Monday-Sunday Lunch 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lunch Buffet Seven Days a Week Monday-Friday Dinner 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday-Sunday Dinner 5 to 10 p.m. (760) 325-2700
www.monsoonindiarestaurant.com
For those who already adore Indian cuisine and for those looking to establish a closer relationship, allow me to recommend Monsoon Indian Cuisine. Tucked away in a compact outdoor mall near the corner of Ramon and Sunrise Way, the restaurant bespeaks simple décor, with wafting ceiling fans, large windows and glass tops over off-white table cloths. On the right as you walk in, a sideboard setup takes center stage, full of specialties of the house prepared for the locally famous daily luncheon buffet. Parents Sam Singh and Gurdev Kaur, along with sons/brothers Jodh and Harpreet, have owned and operated Monsoon for the past two years, having purchased it from relatives. Yes, this enterprise is surely a family affair with each member pitching in to create an ambience of warmth and welcome … and let’s not forget the food! Harpreet’s smile reaches me before his offered handshake. As we sit to chat, the regular mid-day crowd begins to wander in. After acknowledging his guests, he shares with me some of the tasty details of the menu. “My father is our chef,” Harpreet says. “He got his cooking experience in Punjab, where he was born and grew up, and refined his technique in Philadelphia and San Francisco. Of course, we use family recipes here, per-
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Tandoori chicken fected by my father over time.” I learn that the spices, one of the most important aspects of Indian food, are ground by hand on site. Harpreet discusses the complexity of taste his father strives for as well as the concept of proportion. “Punjabi food is sweet, pungent and savory,” he says, “and can be seasoned with various amounts of saffron, turmeric, cloves, ginger, garlic, asa-
fetida powder …” I get the picture: with so many seasonings to choose from, the proper balance for a particular effect is everything. Harpreet then places in front of me a dish called Navratan Korma (carrots, red bell pepper, cauliflower, green beans, peas, zucchini, etc. in a light gravy constituted of onions, cashews and al-
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Dining
From left to right; Gurdev Kaur, Jodh, Sam Singh and Harpreet owners and operaters of Monsoon
Garlic naan bread
Chicken Vindaloo
monds). Though I have never had this dish before, it immediately registers high on my comfort food scale. Mellow and almost delicate in the mouth, it is somehow familiar and calming. I took an order home with me and enjoyed it again over Basmati Rice.
house special sauce for which the HEAT can be dialed up or down according to your preference).
Harpreet swears by the garlic cauliflower appetizer (sautĂŠed in a sweet and sour garlic sauce). It is bright red, crispy and rich as any meat dish. Customer favorites include the Chicken Tikka Masala (boneless oven-roasted white meat with a creamy tomato-based gravy) and the Tandoori Chicken (Tandoori means baked in a clay oven; the meat is marinated overnight in ginger, garlic, yogurt and a secret combination of spices).
Finish up with a very traditional dessert called Gajar Halwa, which is crafted on sight (shredded carrots seasoned with cardamom seeds and garnished with pistachios) and Masala Tea. Kendall Jackson wines are available as is a nice beer menu featuring well known American brands and brews from the Old Country like Taj Mahal Premium Lager or the sweetly malty Flying Horse Royal Lager. Sometimes, a meal off the beaten path can also be rather like a visit to a far off land. The Singhs, who so enjoy cooking for and serving their guests, old and new, invite you to explore the Punjabi Province of India.
Curry lovers should consider the fish curry (salmon/cat fish cooked in the
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Attraction
Basket Identification, Desert Plants & Artifact Replicas at Agua Caliente Cultural Museum
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n Saturday, March 19, Agua Caliente Cultural Museum will present two simultaneous events related to the culture of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians. Both events will be held at the Museum from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Outside, on the lawn in-front of the Museum, Education Outreach Specialist Jona Kalayjian has planned a fascinating and fun-filled learning experience with opportunities to see and touch plants and replicas of artifacts used by the Cahuilla people of this region over thou-
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sands of years. Adults and children are welcome. Inside the Museum, David Salk and Justin Farmer – two experts on Cahuilla- and Mission-style baskets – will be available to consult with owners of Native baskets brought to the Museum for examination. The combined expertise of these two experts is sure to increase your understanding of baskets in your possession. Stop by the Museum anytime between 10:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Admission to the Museum and both events is free.
Agua Caliente Cultural Museum is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., so there will be ample time to also view the Smithsonian traveling exhibition now on display, IndiVisible: African-Native American Lives in the Americas. Information about this exhibition is available online at www.accmuseum.org. The Agua Caliente Cultural Museum is located at 219 South Palm Canyon Drive in downtown Palm Springs. For more information, call (760) 833-8169 or e-mail cvictor@accmuseum.org.
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Entertainment
Two Talented Jazz Groups at Jazz for Jazz Lovers Series
Jeff Hamilton
Peter Erskine
ppearing at Pete Carlson’s Golf & Tennis’ Jazz for Jazz Lovers Series will be two great drummer led jazz trios. Performing Friday evening March 25 is the world-renowned Jeff Hamilton Trio. Tickets are $30. Performing Saturday, March 26 is two time Grammy Award winning drummer Peter Erskine and the Lounge Art Ensemble. Tickets are $20. Concerts begin at 8 p.m. Pete Carlson’s is located at 73-741 Hwy ighway 111, (760)568-3263, www.petecarlsonsgolf.com. Non-profit concert proceeds support music education for young musicians in the Coachella Valley.
with Paul McCartney, Patrick Williams Big Band, Graham Dechter, James Morrison, and numerous others.
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Friday, March 25 the talented Jeff Hamilton Trio will take center stage led by Jeff Hamilton on drums, Tamir Hendleman on piano, and Christoph Luty on bass. Hamilton was influenced early on by pianist Oscar Peterson. Jeff also was influenced by drummers Gene Krupa, Buddy Rich, Mel Lewis, Philly Jo Jones, and Shelly Manne. After college Hamilton went on the road with the Tommy Dorsey Band. Jeff proceeded to play with Lionel Hampton, Woody Herman, The LA Four, Ella Fitzgerald, Rosemary Clooney, and others. Hamilton is co-director of the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra, and together with John Clayton received the LA Jazz Society Musicians of the Year Award in 2006. Jeff performed on the PBS special “Unforgettable” with Natalie Cole, and on the documentary tribute to Oscar Peterson “Life in the Key of Oscar.” Jeff has recorded recently as a side man
Memebers of the Jeff Hamilton Trio include the award winning pianist Tamir Hendleman, and bassist Christoph Luty, who plays with a big, full, lyrical sound. Saturday, March 26 two time Grammy Award winning drummer Peter Erskine leads the Lounge Art Ensemble comprised of Bob Sheppard on saxophone, and Darek Oles on bass. The group plays contemporary jazz in the horn trio context with sets of well-known standards, plus originals based on jazz classics. This repetory group is dedicated to open-blowing, and swinging. Erskine is known for his versatility and love of working in different musical contexts. Erskine has played with Stan Kenton, Maynard Ferguson, Weather Report, and other greats. Peter has received The Best Drummer of the Year Award 10 times by Modern Drummer magazine. Erskine has authored several books, the latest is “No Beethoven” and autobiography and chronicle of his time with the band Weather Report. Other memebers include the multiwoodwind specialist Bob Sheppard, and bassist Darek Oles. Don’t miss these two world-class live jazz concerts on Friday and Saturday March 25 and 26 at 8 p.m. at Pete Carlson’s. See you there!
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Film Review
10 Cloverfield Lane there’s big trouble above and below By Neil Pond
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aking to consciousness after a car crash on dark highway, a young woman, Michelle (Mary Elizabeth Winstead), finds herself on a pallet in a leg brace, hooked up to an IV drip—and chained to the wall of a subterranean concrete bunker.
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“Please let me go,” she fearfully, tearfully begs when she meets the man who brought her there as he delivers a tray of food. “There’s nowhere to go,” Howard (John Goodman) calmly tells her. “Everyone outside of here is dead.” There’s been an attack, he explains, a big one—maybe chemical, maybe nuclear, maybe Russians, maybe Martians. “Luckily,” he reassures her, “I’m prepared.” So begins 10 Cloverfield Lane, the “little” movie—with a small ensemble cast of three, filmed almost entirely in a tight, enclosed set—that comes with such big expectations. Beginning as a script called The Cellar, it later enlisted the writer-director of the critically lauded Whiplash, Damian Chazelle, to “whip” the screenplay into something with a bit more bite. When Midas-touch superstar producer
10 Cloverfield Lane
Starring: Mary Elizabeth Winstead, John Goodman & John Gallagher Jr. Directed by Dan Trachtenberg 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.
John Gallagher Jr. as Emmett, Mary Elizabeth Winstead as Michelle and John Goodman as Howard J.J. Abrams came onboard, fresh off the blockbuster buzz of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, and changed the title, fans went crazy with frenzied speculation: How would this movie connect to Cloverfield, the 2008 surprise-hit monstermovie smash about an extraterrestrial attack, that he also produced? Questions abound in (and about) 10 Cloverfield Lane, and if you want them answered, well—you’re just like the characters. And also like them, you’ll have to stick around to the end of the film, a terrifically tense, tightly wound underground psychological thriller that eventually explodes wildly, violently upward and outward. Is Howard an overzealous doomsday prepper, a conspiracy-theorist nut-job, a grieving father, a U.S. Navy vet who went off the deep end, all of those, none of those, or something else entirely? Why was Michelle in such a hurry to leave town that night? And what about Emmett (John Gallagher Jr.), the other guy in the bunker? What are those noises? Cars? Helicopters? Spaceships? Is the air outside really as contaminated as Howard says?
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The mysteries mount, the clues pile up, the screws turn tighter and tighter, the distrust deepens, and claustrophobia and paranoia permeate every frame. Debut feature director Dan Trachtenberg, working with cinematographer Joe Cutter and production designer Ramsey Avery, creates an underground mini-labyrinth that teems with the details of Howard’s scarily obsessive mind—like a show home stocked from the Armageddon bargain bin of Bed Bath & Beyond. Howard, Emmett and Michelle eat meals, play old board games, work jigsaw puzzles and listen to classic rock on an old jukebox in an artificial, increasingly edgy loop of normal domestic life. Frankie Valli’s “Venus” and Tommy James’ “I Think We’re Alone Now” never sounded so ominous and foreboding. When things really break loose, in the movie’s final sequence, fans of the original Cloverfield will finally be able see just how this movie connects to the previous one. And as the address in the title suggests, monsters can come in all shapes and sizes, in all kinds of places, above us, below us and even right beside us.
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Art Up
Culture Weekend at Cabot’s Pueblo Museum
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abot’s Pueblo Museum is honored to host artisans from Oaxaca, Mexico, as part of their upcoming Cultural Weekends: Artistry + Ancestry | Show + Sales, March 18-20, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Cultural Weekend held at the museum, is free and open to the public. Continuing Cabot Yerxa’s vision of bringing Native American culture to the modern day community, visitor’s will experience the process, energy, and fine art of Master Artists on-site at Cabot’s Pueblo Museum. Experience the Artistry + Ancestry of Oaxaca artists. This is an opportunity to observe and engage first-hand with these carefully-selected, award winning artists as they use the pure, authentic, handcrafting techniques that have been passed down through generations. Watch as a weaver, painter, wood carver, silver jeweler, and a potter create one-of-kind works of art. A percentage of your purchase helps to fund Cabot’s vision of bringing art, culture, and people together. Cabot Yerxa was an artist, adventurer and writer. He was one of the original homesteaders in the Coachella Valley and is recognized as the man who discovered the hot and cold aquifers for which the region is famous. He embraced many cultures and beliefs and was a true friend to the Native Indians living in the region. As a community advocate he helped found the city of Desert Hot Springs and was instrumental in bringing visitors
and residents to the region. Cabot was a man before his time, believing that water should be used at least three times, and in building the Pueblo he used only recycled, reclaimed or reused materials. He began construction of his Pueblo, in 1939 and continued adding to the 5,000 square foot structure until shortly before his death in 1965. Now operated as a nonprofit museum Cabot’s Pueblo Museum is dedicated to promoting the life and accomplishments of Cabot Yerxa. Cabot’s Pueblo Museum is located at 67616 E. Desert View Avenue, Desert Hot Springs. Open Tuesday through Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $13. Group tours are available. For information visit www.cabotsmuseum.org or call (760) 329-7610.
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On Stage Craig Chaquico at Westin Mission Hills Resort & Spa
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he Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort & Spa continues its premier “Grooves at the Westin” concert series featuring famed guitarist Craig Chaquico on Saturday, March 26, at 7:00 p.m. The concert takes place under the stars at the resort’s Masters Plaza. Chaquico will also be raffling off an autographed guitar to support Heatwave, the local Boys & Girls Club band opening for Chaquico. Chaquico is touring throughout the world in 2016, which marks Jefferson Starship’s 40th anniversary. His performances, including this one, will include Starship songs as well as his solo releases from the past 23 years. He has garnered 20 Platinum and Gold records, and notably was the only member of the band to appear in every Starship recording, album, tour and music video over the course of the ban’s tenure in the rock and roll scene. Playing a 20-minute opening set for Chaquico at The Westin is the local Boys & Girls Club band, Heatwave. A portion of every ticket sold for this concert will support the band’s participation in the upcoming Monterey Music Festival in September. In addition, raffle tickets will be sold at the concert for the opportunity to win a guitar autographed by Chiquico, with all proceeds going to the band. Tickets are available at www.westinmissionhills.com/grooves. Each ticket purchaser will receive a raffle ticket at check-in for the autographed guitar, and additional raffle tickets can be purchased. The Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort and Spa is located at 71-333 Dinah Shore Drive in Rancho Mirage.
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Nightlife
Nightlife
March 17 thru March 23 (760) 296-3420 www.laruewinebar.com Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill The Evaro Brothers from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. 265 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 320-8041 www.sammygsrestaurant.com Shanghai Reds Bar & Grill Barry Baughn Blues Band at 8 p.m. 235 S. Indian Canyon Dr., Palm Springs (760) 322-9293 www.fishermans.com Solano’s Bistro Live music from 6 to 9 p.m. 78-075 Main St, La Quinta (760) 771-6655 www.solanosbistro.com
Frank DiSalvo at Indian Wells Resort Hotel every Thursday, Friday and Saturday Entertainment sometimes changes after press deadline. Please check with venue to confirm the evening’s entertainment.
THURSDAY - 3/17 AJ’s on the Green St. Patricky’s Day Celebration, 7 to 10 p.m. 36-200 Date Palm Dr, Cathedral City (760) 202-1111 www.ajsonthegreen.com
Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill Evaro Brothers from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. 265 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 320-8041 www.sammygsrestaurant.com Shanghai Reds Bar & Grill Smooth Brothers, 7 p.m. to closing 235 S. Indian Canyon Dr., Palm Springs (760) 322-9293 www.fishermans.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
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
La Rue Wine Bar Entertainment at 6:45 p.m. 78-015 Main Street, La Quinta (760) 296-3420 www.laruewinebar.com
Woody’s Burgers Laurie Morvan Band at 6:30 p.m. 317 North Indian Canyon, Palm Springs (760) 230-0188 www.woodysburgersps.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
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FRIDAY - 3/18 AJ’s on the Green The Gilmore and Bryan Show, 7 to 10 p.m. The Divas Drag Show, 10 p.m. to Midnight
36-200 Date Palm Dr, Cathedral City (760) 202-1111 www.ajsonthegreen.com Fisherman’s Market & Grill The Carmens, 7 p.m. to closing 78575 Highway 111, La Quinta (760) 777-1601 www.fishermans.com
Spotlight 29 Casino DJ at Blue Bar, 8 p.m. DJ at Groove, 7 p.m. 46200 Harrison Place, Coachella (760) 775-5566 www.Spotlight29.com Trilussa Italian Restaurant Julius and Sylvia from 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. 68-718 Highway 111, Cathedral City (760) 328-2300 www.trilussarestaurant.com
The Fisherman’s Grotto Live music from 4 to 7 p.m. 44250 Town Center Way, Palm Desert (760) 776-6534 www.fishermans.com
Vicky’s of Santa Fe Meet the Corwins from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. John Stanley King & A Band of Four 8 p.m. to Midnight 45100 Club Drive, Indian Wells (760) 345-9770 www.vickysofsantafe.com
The Grill on Main Entertainment at 9 p.m. 78-065 Main Street, La Quinta (760) 777-7773 www.thegrillonmainlq.com
Woody’s Burgers Rose Mallett Trio at 6:30 p.m. 317 North Indian Canyon, Palm Springs (760) 230-0188 www.woodysburgersps.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
SATURDAY - 3/19 AJ’s on the Green Cabaret Open Mic with Les Michaels and Wayne Abravanel, 7:30 to 10 p.m. 36-200 Date Palm Dr, Cathedral City (760) 202-1111 www.ajsonthegreen.com
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Nightlife SATURDAY - 3/19 Fisherman’s Market & Grill The Carmens, 7 p.m. to closing 78575 Highway 111, La Quinta (760) 777-1601 www.fishermans.com The Fisherman’s Grotto Live music from 4 to 7 p.m. 44250 Town Center Way, Palm Desert (760) 776-6534 www.fishermans.com The Grill on Main Entertainment 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 from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. 265 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 320-8041 www.sammygsrestaurant.com Shanghai Reds Bar & Grill Barry Baughn Blues Band at 8 p.m. 235 S. Indian Canyon Dr., Palm Springs (760) 322-9293 www.fishermans.com Spotlight 29 Casino DJ at the Blue Bar, 8 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
Vicky’s of Santa Fe The Carmens, 6:30 to 10 p.m. 45100 Club Drive, Indian Wells (760) 345-9770 www.vickysofsantafe.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 - 3/20 AJ’s on the Green Jazz Brunch with Carolyn Martinez, 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. 36-200 Date Palm Dr, Cathedral City (760) 202-1111 www.ajsonthegreen.com Indian Wells Resort Hotel Ted Herman Big Band at 6 to 8 p.m. 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 The Palm House Jazz Jam with David Ring Trio, 5 to 9 p.m. 450 S. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs (760) 778-3520 www.palmhousepalmsprings.com Three-Sixty North Bar and Grill The Chris Gore Group Pro Jam, 7 p.m. 360 N. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs (760) 327-1773 www.threesixtynorth.com Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill Eddie Gee in the lounge from 6 to 10 p.m. 265 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 320-8041 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 - 3/21
265 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 320-8041 www.sammygsrestaurant.com
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) 202-1111 www.ajsonthegreen.com
Vicky’s of Santa Fe Mike Costly & Trio from 6:30 to 10 p.m. 45100 Club Drive, Indian Wells (760) 345-9770 www.vickysofsantafe.com
Indian Wells Resort Hotel Larry Capeloto, 6 to 9 p.m. 76-661 Highway 111, Indian Wells (760) 345-6466 www.indianwellsresort.com
Woody’s Burgers John Bolivar and Barney McClure, 6 p.m. 317 North Indian Canyon, Palm Springs (760) 230-0188 www.woodysburgersps.com
The Palm House David Ring Jazz, 6 to 10 p.m. 450 S. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs (760) 778-3520 www.palmhousepalmsprings.com Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill Randy Seymon from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. 265 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 320-8041 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 Woody’s Burgers Trish Hatley & Barney McClure at 6 p.m. 317 North Indian Canyon, Palm Springs (760) 230-0188 www.woodysburgersps.com
TUESDAY - 3/22 AJ’s on the Green Piano Bar with Eric Lindstrom 7 to 10 p.m. 36-200 Date Palm Dr, Cathedral City (760) 202-1111 www.ajsonthegreen.com Indian Wells Resort Hotel Terri Olsen and Michael D’Angelo, 6 p.m. 76-661 Highway 111, Indian Wells (760) 345-6466 www.indianwellsresort.com The Palm House Peter Curtis Henry Franklin, 6 to 10 p.m. 450 S. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs (760) 778-3520 www.palmhousepalmsprings.com Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill Randy Seymon from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m.
WEDNESDAY - 3/23 AJ’s on the Green Jazz Jam with Shelley Yoelin Jazz group from 7 to 10 p.m. 36-200 Date Palm Dr, Cathedral City (760) 202-1111 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. (760) 320-8041 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 Chuck Alvarez All-Star Session , 6:30 p.m. 317 North Indian Canyon, Palm Springs (760) 230-0188 www.woodysburgersps.com
Venues and entertainers: Please 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. Daily happy hour from 4 to 7 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
Free Tribute Concert Series at Tortoise Rock Casino
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ive at the Rock is back at Tortoise Rock Casino! The free Friday Concert Series kicks off Friday, March 18 and continues through October. Concerts will be performed on the outdoor stage at Tortoise Rock Casino and will feature exciting tribute bands and artists. All concerts are free, and take place on Friday nights beginning at 8 p.m. These concerts are presented by Z107.7 FM. In its the third year, the popular concert series begins on Friday, March 18 with a musical tribute to one of the
Kissed Alive: A Tribute to KISS most successful bands of all time, U2. The Joshua Tree has been performing the music of U2 for over nine years. With a playlist of hits, that include songs like “Mysterious Ways,” “One,” “Beautiful Day,” “Sunday Bloody Sunday,” and “I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For,” this show is not-to-be-missed. On Friday, March 25, experience Kissed Alive: A Tribute to KISS. Kissed Alive honors KISS with full make-up and costumes, playing material from the band’s entire catalog and taking concertgoers on a journey through “Kisstory.” The crowd will be rocking to “Rock And Roll All Nite,” “Shout It Out Loud,” “I Was Made For Lovin’ You and more. Live at the Rock continues in April with five more electrifying shows including tributes to The Beatles, Tom Petty, Johnny Cash, The Cars and Ozzy Osbourne. Before enjoying the concert at Live at the Rock, start off the night with a bite to eat at Oasis Grille or enjoy a cocktail at Shelly’s Lounge. Tortoise Rock Casino can be found by taking a right on Adobe Road at Highway 62 going east. Everyone 18 years of age and over can join the nonstop sizzling gaming action at Tortoise Rock Casino. For more information, visit www.tortoiserockcasino.com.
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