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in this issue 4

On The Cover “Escape to Margaritaville,” La Quinta Art Celebration, BNP Paribas Open, and Reba McEntire highlight this March.

The Galleri Classic PGA Tour Champions will test legends and spectators on the green.

Entertainment and events sometimes change after press deadline. Please check with venues to confirm the date and times.

Foodies Come Hither Delve into our roundup of some of the valley’s best dining venues.

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Curtain Time Discover where the curtains will rise this month.

Map It Out Need to pinpoint where you are and where you want to go?

Attractions There’s no shortage of things to do. Check out this list of local attractions.

Daniel Tosh Get ready for a night of laughter.

Things to Do Events in the high and low desert.

Hiking Places to stretch your legs in the desert.

Golfer’s Guide Public courses worth taking a swing at.

Nightlife Roundup Festive nighttime outings unfold.

Happy Hour Relax, unwind, chill-out.

Cover Photos: “Escape to Margaritaville,” courtesy of Desert TheatreWorks. La Quinta Art Celebration courtesy of SCOPE Events, LLC. BNP Paribas Open coutesy image. Reba McEntire courtesy of Acrisure Arena.

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Escape to Margaritaville March 10-31 Thursday - Saturday, 7:30 p.m. Sunday, 2 p.m. Tickets $40 general admission. $38 seniors and students. Indio Performing Arts Center 45175 Fargo Street, Indio @dtwipac

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Escape to Margaritaville The combination of Jimmy Buffett’s music and a talented cast is the perfect recipe for the party show of the season! By Crystal Harrell

esert TheatreWorks will be presenting an upbeat and energetic new show featuring the audience’s favorite Jimmy Buffett classics including “Volcano,” “Fins,” “Cheeseburger in Paradise,” and of course “Margaritaville.” With a tropical island theme, “Escape to Margaritaville” is a heartwarming musical and the party you’ve been waiting for at the Indio Performing Arts Center. “If you’re looking for an escape, look no fur-

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ther than DTW’s “Escape to Margaritaville.” The combination of Jimmy Buffett’s music and insanely talented cast of singers/dancers is the perfect recipe for the party show of the season! If you’re searching for your lost shaker of salt or dreaming of a cheeseburger in paradise, you’ll find it in this fun-filled talentpacked musical,” said Rebecca McWilliams, Director of “Escape to Margaritaville.” Desert TheatreWorks is pleased to announce that singer/songwriter Steve Knill will be starring as Tully in DTW’s production of

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“Escape to Margaritaville” this Spring. Steve most recently appeared on Kelly Clarkson’s team on season 17 of NBC’s “The Voice.” He has always wanted to expand his horizons and explore musical theatre, but wasn’t sure if there was a place for him in this genre. When Steve heard about the opportunity to appear in a musical featuring the music of singer/ songwriter Jimmy Buffett, he felt he’d found his place. “Desert TheatreWorks is extremely honored to be one of the few small theaters in America to be granted theatrical rights for Jimmy Buffett’s “Escape to Margaritaville.” And not only is this show infectiously fun, but it’s filled with so many of Mr. Buffett’s signature tunes. Audiences can expect a tropical party from the moment they enter the theater. All attendees are asked to wear their tropical best. The show features a live band (including a steel drum) and stars Steve Knill from NBC’s The Voice Season 17 leading a wonderfully talented cast. This is a must-see theatrical event!” shared Lance Phillips, artistic director of “Escape to Margaritaville.”

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200 artists from across the U.S. and world to participate in La Quinta Art Celebration

By Crystal Harrell La Quinta Art Celebration March 2-5 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Civic Center Campus 78495 Calle Tampico La Quinta Tickets $25. Children 12 and under free. @laquintaartcelebration

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a Quinta Art Celebration returns with 200 top domestic and international artists participating in the event at the 13.5 acre La Quinta Civic Center Campus. The indoor/ outdoor show features the stunning landscape and architecture of the venue. This is the first of two high profile Art festivals in La Quinta in 2023, and the Coachella Valley’s signature art event presented by SCOPE Events, LLC, with the full support of the City of La Quinta, the premier sponsor. The artists exhibit their original artworks in styles ranging from classical to whimsical and spanning 12

media categories: 2D Mixed Media, 3D Mixed Media, Ceramics, Digital Art, Drawing &amp; Pastel, Fiber, Glass, Jewelry, Painting, Photography, Sculpture and Wood. Featured artist include Chris Dellorco, Tom Boatright, and Kue King. The celebration will complement the creative feast by offering gourmet dining from esteemed local restaurants. Premium beverages will be served at Celebration Bistro, Champagne Bar, Winery Experience, The Oasis Lounge, Palm Tree Bar Lounge and lakeside at the Don Julio Margarita Bar. Live music will enhance the art filled experience.

Photo courtesy of La Quinta Art Celebration.

BNP Paribas Open debuts a new era of tennis paradise as Swiatek and Fritz defend their titles

By Alison Elsner BNP Paribas Open March 6-19 Day and evening sessions Indian Wells Tennis Garden 78200 Miles Avenue Indian Wells Daily grounds passes $10 and up. Box seats and packages $230-$5,000 @bnpparibas

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his year’s BNP Paribas welcomes defending champions Iga Swiatek – the current World No. 1 - and World No. 8 Taylor Fritz headlining the players’ list for two weeks of thrilling tennis action. Three-time Indian Wells Champion Rafael Nadal also enters the field, in addition to World No. 2 Carlos Alcara and 2023 Australian Open Finalist Stefanos Tsitsipas. World No. 4 Jessica Pegula and World No. 6 Coco Gauff headline the list of top-ranked American hopefuls aiming to become the first U.S. female champion here since 2001. The event will feature numerous upgraded amenities - think

drinking, dining and shopping. Hollywood staple Pink’s Hot Dogs, Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream and Chef Tanya’s Kitchen will be on site. Local Ristorante Mamma Gina will return, moving to Stadium 2, near restaurant neighbors Nobu and Fresh Agave Mexican Bar & Grill. Maestro Dobel will be the official tequila, and their signature Ace Paloma has been named the “Official Cocktail of the BNP Paribas Open” at their shaded bar. And this year features the first-ever BNP Paribas Open Junior Championships, free of charge. Something for everyone to “love”, indeed!

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Reba McEntire rules the stage with top country hits that span four decades By Alison Elsner Reba McEntire Friday, March 31 6:30 p.m. Acrisure Arena 75702 Varner Road Thousand Palms Tickets start at $49.75 @reba @acrisurearena

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he Queen of Country will bring her flaming locks and familiar twang to the live stage at the sparkling new Acrisure Arena. Since the 1970s, McEntire has placed over 100 singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, 25 of which reached the number one spot. She is an actress in films and television, including her starring role in the television series, “Reba,” which aired for seven seasons. McEntire will perform with special guests Terri Clark and The Isaacs. The award-winning entertainer will deliver top hits such as, “Consider Me Gone,” “Turn on the Ra-

dio,” “Whoever’s in New England,” “What Am I Gonna Do About You,” “The Last One to Know” and many more. McEntire has sold over 56 million albums worldwide and is a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Hollywood Bowl Hall of Fame. She has won 15 American Music Awards, 13 ACM Awards, nine People’s Choice Awards, seven CMA Awards, three Grammy Awards and one ACM Career Achievement Honor. She is also one of only four entertainers in history to receive the National Artistic Achievement Award from the U.S. Congress. Photo courtesy of Acrisure Arena.

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CHAMPIONS

The Galleri Classic

PGA Tour Champions will test legends and spectators on the green

Ernie Els

John Cook

John Daly

Mark O’Mera Photos courtesy The Galleri Classic.

By Alison Elsner

he Galleri Classic golf tournament will be swinging its way into the Coachella Valley March 20-26, filling the void left at Mission Hills Country Club with the departure of The Chevron Championship, a.k.a. the ANA Inspiration LPGA tournament, to Houston, Texas. The Galleri Classic will feature 78 PGA Tour Champions professionals, including World Golf Hall of Fame members 50 years of age and older, who will play 54 holes of stroke play for

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a purse of $2.2 million on the Dinah Shore Tournament Course. Many of the competitors have played The American Express (PGA Tour) in its previous iterations such as the CareerBuilder Challenge, the Humana Challenge and the Bob Hope Desert Classic. The tournament will be the latest addition to the PGA Tour Champions’ annual schedule. Galleri is a cancer-detection test developed by GRAIL, a healthcare company whose mission is to detect cancer early through its blood test for cancers not commonly screened for,

especially for those over 50 years old. Proceeds will benefit six valley charities dedicated to cancer prevention, support and treatment, including American Cancer Society (Palm Desert), Desert Cancer Foundation, Eisenhower Health, Hanson House, Pendleton Foundation and Shay’s Warriors Life After Cancer. In addition to daily and weekly grounds passes, a VIP spectator experience is available in The Champions Club on 18, an all-inclusive ticket option during competition rounds March 24-26 with complimentary food and full bar service and situated beside the island green at the historic, par-5 18th hole, next to the legendary Poppie’s Pond. For those seeking to play, golf enthusiasts can take part in a customized experience of joining PGA Tour Champions professionals on the course. Each pro-am foursome is paired for a round of golf with a pro player on either March 22 or 23 and players receive a deluxe package of activities. The Galleri Classic will be the ultimate bucket list experience for players as well as spectators, offering inspiration for cancer treatment and support. The Galleri Classic is held at Mission Hills Country Club, 34600 Mission Hills Drive, Rancho Mirage. Passes are $30 daily, $65 weekly. Clubhouse access is $75 single day, $150 weekly. Tickets available at thegallericlassic.com.

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DINING The Grill on Main’s California turkey burger with imported Swiss, house guacamole, pickled red onions and chipotle aioli.

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Valley cuisine to relish Cathedral City Bangkok Noodles Thai: Lunch and dinner. Experience the authentic taste of pho, pad thai, curry and vegetarian dishes. The menu also includes entrees like ginger mushroom, garlic pepper, hot chili paste with your choice of protein. 35911 Date Palm Drive, Cathedral City. 760-324-3533, bangkok-noodles.com Barrel District Gastropub: Lunch and dinner. The neighborhood gastropub and bar serves a variety of pizzas, appetizers, burgers, salads, vegetarian options and a wide selection of beers. 35939 Date Palm Drive, Cathedral City. 760-537-7431, barreldistrictpizza.com Desert Thai Thai: Lunch and dinner The menu highlights authentic home style dishes including kung pao, lemongrass eggplant, sweet pork, crispy fish, spciy seafood, pad thai, pad see-ew and curry dishes. 68718 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City. 760832-8561, desertthai.com Hamachi Sushi Japanese: Lunch and dinner. Family-owned eatery serving classic and creative sushi rolls and Japanese entrees such as teriyaki. 31855 Date Palm Drive, Cathedral City. 760-832-6160, hamachisushicc.com La Tablita Restaurant Mexican: Lunch and dinner. Featuring traditional dishes from the Los Altos region, like slow-cooked shredded lamb and traditional enchiladas suizas. 68369 East Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City. 760-321-5935, latablita.menutoeat.com Luchador Brewing Company Brewery: Lunch and dinner. Housemade with cervezas paired with Tijuana-style street food that includes tacos, wings, esquites, and bacon-wrapped dogs all served from a full-size food truck built into the space. 68510 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City. 760-797-2337, luchadorbrew.com Sol Y Sombra Spanish Tapas: Dinner (Thursday-Sunday) Located inside the historic mission-style adobe The Paloma Resort. The menu invites hotel guests and the public alike to enjoy its signature paella menu, shareable small plated, range of and custoom tableside cocktail service. The Paloma, 67670 Carey Road, Cathedral City. 760-864-1177, thepalomaresort.com/dining The Southern Belle Café Southern: Breakfast and lunch. The Southern menu features gator bites, beignets, soft shell crab po’ boy, cajun fried chicken strips, hickory pork ribs and much more. 35400 Date Palm Drive, Cathedral City. 442-615-0344, southernbellecafecc.com

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DINING Coachella Andy’s No. 5 Burgers Diner: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Known for its wide selection of burgers the menu also features sandwiches, burritos, tacos, quesadillas, taquitos, chili fries, and more. 49950 Highway 111, Coachella. 760-398-2933 C’los Restaurant Diner: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The family-owned restaurant serves a variety of food such as huevos rancheros, Mexican skillet breakfast, sopes, salads, soups, pupusas, burgers, sandwiches, and more. 51335 Harrison Street, Coachella. 760-391-5055 Cross Road Grill Mediterranean: Lunch and dinner. A tantalizing aroma of grilled meats and mouth-watering flavorsome plates that include shish tawook sandwich, shish kabob, gyro beef platter, creamy mushroom chicken, and whole grilled chicken. 83103 Avenue 48, Coachella. 760-863-4032, crossroadgrill.com Jalisco Restaurant Mexican: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The first Mexican restaurant in Coachella since 1971. Try the famous tortas, birria, and chavelas, as well as the tacos, burritos, and enchiladas. 1605 6th Street, Coachella. 760-398-7113, quierojalisco.com

Desert Hot Springs Casa Blanca Mexican: Breakfast, lunch and dinner. The menu features over thirty dishes such as enchilada breakfast, huevos con jamon, carnitas, enchiladas suizas, fajitas, tortas, burgers and sandwiches, a wide selection of seafood dishes. 66370 Pierson Blvd, Desert Hot Springs. 760-251-5922, casablancamenu.com The Cottage Too American: Breakfast and lunch. Serving a variety of omelets, pancakes to their famous biscuits and gravy. Lunch items include sandwiches and burgers. 66230 Pierson Blvd., Desert Hot Springs. 760-329-4044, thecottagetoo.com Rocky’s New York Style Pizzeria Italian: Lunch and dinner. Serving fresh Italian cuisine featuring pasta, subs, grinders, egg and chicken parmigiana and fresh hand-tossed pizza crust made to order. 12856 Palm Drive, Desert Hot Springs. 760-329-1467, rockyspizzadhs.com The Spread Sandwiches: Lunch & dinner. Featuring fresh ingredients and veggies provided by Farmer in the Dale. Menu highlights include buffalo chicken, pesto chicken, ham, and cheddar, veggie, and avocado. 66169 Pierson Blvd., Desert Hot Springs. 442-484-8881, spreaddhs.com Thai Palm Restaurant Thai: Lunch and dinner. An exotic taste of authentic Thai food, offering seafood, lamb and Sia noodles with a harmonious blend of spicy, subtle flavors both sweet and sour. 12070 Palm Drive, Desert Hot Springs. 760-288-3934, thaipalmdhs.com Zapopan Mexican Food Mexican: Lunch, dinner, weekend breakfast. The menu features food that is prepared with high-quality ingredients that include tortas, tacos, carnitas, birria, menudo, and home-made salsa. 14207 Palm Drive, Cathedral City. 760-288-2401, zapopanmexicanfood.com

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DINING Indian Wells Citrus and Palms at Miramonte Resort & Spa American: Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Featuring fresh local cuisine like pumpkin seed French toast to stir-fried snap peas to bluefin poké, the menu is sure to impress. 45000 Indian Wells Lane, Indian Wells. 760-341-7200, miramonteresort.com Eureka! American: Dinner. Gourmet burgers, sandwiches, fresh salads, locally sourced produce and ultra-premium craft beer and whiskey. 74985 Highway 111, Indian Wells. 760-834-7700, eurekarestaurantgroup.com The Nest American: Dinner. A full-service restaurant with American cuisine that offers spicy ahi tostadas, simple grilled Scottish salmon, shrimp scampi and much more. 75188 Highway 111, Indian Wells. 760-346-2314, gotothenest.com The Pink Cabana at Sands Hotel & Spa Mediterranean: Breakfast, lunch and dinner. The ingredient-driven restaurant features Mediterranean cuisine with a Moroccan influence. The menu features filet mignon, harissa chicken, prime ribeye, appetizers, shareable bites and more. 44985 Province Way, Indian Wells. 760-321-3771, sandshotelandspa.com Vue Grille & Bar American: Lunch and dinner. Award-winning cuisine from an expert culinary team, the menu features bourbon buffalo wings, margherita flatbread, half pound turkey burger, fish and chips, crispy pork shank. 44500 Indian Wells Lane, Indian Wells. 760-834-3800, indianwellsgolfresort.com

Indio China Bistro Chinese: Lunch and dinner. Offering authentic gourmet Chinese cuisine. The menu features wonton soup, crab rangoon, sesame chicken, Szechwan garlic chicken, bbq pork, beef and broccoli, crispy orange beef, noodles and vegetarian dishes. 45765 Towne Street, Indio. 760-342-7288, chinabistroindio.com Sloan’s American: Breakfast, lunch and dinner. The food is done country style with many items to choose from like the southwest ranch breakfast, chorizo meatloaf breakfast, chicken fried steak, chicken and waffle, all american cheeseburger, baby back ribs, fish tacos, roasted turkey with stuffing. 81539 Highway 111, Indio. 760347-3923, sloansrestaurant.com Soul of Mexico Mexican: Lunch and dinner. This family-owned and operated restaurant serves authentic MichoacanMexican dishes. Menu highlights include tamales, chicken achiote, sopes, enchiladas Michoacan and so much more dishes. 44100 Jefferson Street, Indio. 760-200-8787, soulofalmademexico.com Sushi Bento Japanese: Lunch and dinner. The menu offers delicious handmade specialty and classic sushi rolls, nigiri sushi, sashimi, ramen, miso and udon soup. 82280 Highway 111, Indio. 760-775-3444, sushi-bento-pan-asian-restaurant.business.site TKB Bakery & Deli American: Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Sandwich shop and deli serving cookies, scones, muffins and deli sandwiches made with freshly baked breads, crisp greens and savory meats. 45334 Golf Center Parkway, Indio. 760-775-8330, tkbbakery.com

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DINING Joshua Tree Crossroads Café American: Breakfast and lunch. The café offers items like huevos rancheros, scrambles, grilled portabello burger, turkey club, tuna meltdown, tacos, salads, and more. 61715 Twentynine Palms, Joshua Tree. 760-366-5414, crossroadscafejtree.com Joshua Tree Saloon American: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This unique, one-of-a-kind western saloon features a large variety to choose from; southwest garden burger, flamegrilled 16 oz. bone-in ribeye and more. 61835 Twentynine Palms Highway, Joshua Tree. 760-366-2250, joshuatreesaloon.com Sky High Pie Italian: Lunch and dinner. The menu offers artisan Italian style pizza with traditional fermented and proofed overnight dough, appetizers, fresh salad, wine and craft beer. 61740 Twentynine Palms Highway, Joshua Tree. 760-974-1050, clover.com/online-ordering/sky-high-pie

La Quinta The Grill on Main American: Lunch and dinner Chef Brett Maddock delivers an exciting new approach to American fare. Choose from a wide variety of appetizers, crisp salads, seafood, steak and pasta dishes, along with specialty sandwiches and burgers. Full bar includes microbrews and a exceptional wine list. Open daily: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. 78065 Main Street, Old Town La Quinta, 760-777-7773, thegrillonmainlq.com La Quinta Brewing Company Pub: Lunch and dinner. Enjoy pub food favorites including burgers, sandwiches, nachos, salads, soft pretzels and more. Their award-winning selection of taps has even more variety. 78100 Main Street, Old Town La Quinta, 760-972-4251, laquintabrewing.com Main Street Coffee Coffee Shop Offering a delicious way to start your day with a freshly baked muffin to pair with your favorite coffee or tea beverage. Open 7 days a week: 6:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. 78100 Main Street, Old Town La Quinta, 760-289-6283, mainstreetcoffeelq.com RD RNNR Craft-American: Lunch and dinner Offering craft American fare made with fresh ingredients, great value, creative cocktails, and a well-balanced selection of rotating taps in an invigorating, casual dining atmosphere. 78075 Main Street, Old Town La Quinta, 442-400-3255, roadrunnerlq.com Stuft Pizza Bar & Grill Italian, American & Vegetarian: Lunch & dinner.

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Popular hotspot with award-winning fresh pizza and menu, featuring 100 items including steaks, seafood and salads. Super-generous portions and friendly, energetic atmosphere. Great bar, winelist. 78015 Main Street, Old Town La Quinta, 760-777-9989, stuftpizzabarandgrill.com TQLAS Agave Bar & Grill Mexican: Lunch, dinner, & happy hour Enjoy complimentary chips and house made salsa, the newly curated fusion Mexican menu, and of course premium margaritas! Their spacious inviting patio, dining room and full bar has got exactly what you need to relax and recharge. 78015 Main Street, Old Town La Quinta. 442-256-4059, tqlas.com YES PLEASE Cafe & Desert Shop: Breakfast & brunch. Cafe California is now called YES PLEASE, serving the same great breakfast and brunch all day, and lunch starting at 11am. Come in to grab a fine cup of Joshua Tree Organic Coffee that complements our house-made buttermilk biscuits, cakes, and desserts. Open Monday - Thursday from 7 a.m. - 2 p.m. and Fridays and Saturdays from 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. 78065 Main Street, Old Town La Quinta, 760-296-1425

Palm Desert Athena Gyro Mediterranean: Lunch and dinner. Featuring authentic cuisine with traditional spices and flavors that make each dish an opportunity to experience classics and delicacies in new exciting ways. 73121 Country Club Dr., Palm Desert. 760774-8387, athena-gyro.com Billy Q’s Pizzeria: Lunch and dinner. The restaurant only uses whole milk mozzarella, fresh ingredients on their pizza’s and even make salad dressings and sauces from scratch. Menu also features wings, nachos, chicken tenders, sandwiches and pasta. 36901 Cook Street, Palm Desert. 760404-0681, billyqs.net Casa Luna Mexican: Lunch and dinner. The family-owned restaurant offers a unique and regional touch to traditional Mexican cooking. The menu features huevos rancheros, tortas ahogada, pozole rojo, menudo, enchiladas, fajitas and seafood dishes. 72355 Highway 111, Palm Desert. 760-340-3468, casalunarestaurant.us City Wok Chinese: Lunch and dinner. The casual restaurant offering authentic, upscale Asian cuisine using only the freshest meats, seafood and produce available. 72840 Highway 111, Palm Desert. 760-3411511, citywok.com

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DINING Palm Desert Daily Grill American: Lunch and dinner. This eatery will tantalize your senses with every meal offering unique appetizers, crisp salads, fresh seafood, Angus beef and homemade desserts. 73061 El Paseo, Palm Desert. 760-779-9911, dailiygrill.com Dragon Sushi Sushi Bar: Lunch and dinner. Indulge in Latin fusion sushi, menu features appetizers, sashimi, nigiri sushi, classic sushi rolls like the California roll and the Philidalphia roll. Specialty rolls include the popular tiger and ninja roll. 72261 Highway 111, Palm Desert. 760-820-7690, dragonsushi.com Fisherman’s Market & Grill Seafood: Lunch and dinner. Dedicated to serving the absolute freshest fish, voted the No. 1 Best Seafood Restaurant for eight consecutive years; they maintain the highest standards that can’t be beat. 44250 Town Center Way, Palm Desert, 760-776-6533, fishermans.com Gastro Grind Burger American: Lunch and dinner. Serving fresh, never-frozen homemade burgers like the classic backyard burger, the roma, bison and oinker burger, along with fries, drinks and

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milkshakes Other menu items include salads, small plates. 73850 Highway 111, Palm Desert. 760-404-0300, gastrogrindburgers.com Guillermo’s Restaurante Mexican: Early dinner. The restaurant serves the highest quality, fresh Mexican dishes in a warm, friendly environment. 72850 El Paseo, Palm Desert. 760341-0980, guillermosrestaurante.com

Palm Springs 1501 Uptown Gastropub American: Brunch and dinner. The menu offers a range or seasonal freshly prepared food like pan roasted wild mahi mahi, shepherds pie, pressed pastrami “Ruben” and comprehensive drinks. Brunch served Saturday and Sunday. 1501 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-320-1501, 1501uptown.com

Pacifica Seafood Restaurant Seafood: Lunch and dinner. The innovative menu features a variety of fresh seafood and flavorful steak dishes complemented by their international vodka menu and wine list. 73505 El Paseo, Palm Desert. 760674-8666, pacificaseafoodrestaurant.com

533 Viet-Fusion Vietnamese Fusion: Dinner. The menu features local sourced ingredients, house made sauces and a wide range of traditional Vietnamese dishes, gluten-free and vegetarian dishes. 1775 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs. 760-778-6595, 533vietfusion.com

Sullivan’s Steakhouse American: Lunch and dinner. Serving mouth watering hand cut steaks and succulent fresh seafood broiled to perfection. 73505 El Paseo, Palm Desert. 760-341-3560, sullivanssteakhouse.com

Al dente Trattoria Toscana Italian: Dinner. A quaint cucina with a decidedly European atmosphere, an extensive menu of beef, veal, pasta and fresh seafood entrées. 491 North Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-3251160, aldentepalmsprings.com

Wildest Restaurant + Bar American/Plant Base: Dinner Health inspired casual fine dining features wild caught seafood, grass fed meats, locally sourced produced. Plant based options with all plant based meats made in house. 72990 El Paseo, Palm Desert. 760-636-0441, wildestrestaurant.com

Bill’s Pizza Italian: Lunch and dinner. Try one of 22 creations: Carol’s white pizza, pesto, bbq chicken, blue moon, or choose your ingredient combinations. 119 South Indian Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-3255571, billspizzapalmsprings.com

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DINING Palm Springs Chef Tanya’s Kitchen Vegan: Lunch and dinner. Plant-based kitchen featuring a vegan menu with items like el cubano and chupacabra chick’n sandwich, sriracha cheesy panini, Moroccan roasted cauliflower salad, Tanya’s lasagne and caprese powerburger. 706 S. Eugene Rd., Palm Springs. 760-832-9007, cheftanyaskitchen.com Eight4Nine Restaurant and Lounge American: Lunch and dinner. The menu focuses on both presentation and flavor, incorporating diverse culinary influences while utilizing the freshest specialty produce, seafood and meat available. 849 N. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs. 760-325-8490, eight4nine.com Happy Sushi Japanese: Lunch & dinner Serving regular rolls, deep fried and baked rolls, poke bowls, sashimi, chef special rolls, rice bowls, ramen, and traditional Japanese dishes, as well as a selecion of sake, beer and wine. 155 S. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs. 760-318-0717, happysushipalmsprings.com Johnny Costa’s Ristorante Italian: Dinner Head Chef Vince Costa continues the family tradition, perfectly executing the family recipes and delighting customers with a

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dining experience that is amazing. It’s no wonder Frank Sinatra was a regular. 440 S. Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs. 760-325-4556, johnnycostaspalmsprings.com

campechanas and crab enchiladas. You’ll also find pasta and surf and turf selections on the menu. 241 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs. 760-325-8800, rubenandozzys.com

La Perlita Mexican: Lunch and dinner. Indulge in some of our popular dishes, such as the chile rellenos or the Perlita shrimp, and of course, anything else on the menu will not disappoint you. 901 Crossley Road, Palm Springs. 760-778-8014, laperlitamexicanfood.letseat.at

Smokin Burgers’ American: Lunch and dinner. The menu offers a variety of fresh salads and sandwhiches, fish and chicken tacos, chicken wings, calamari and of course handcrafted burgers that are made with 100% never-frozen angus beef. 1775 East Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-883-5999, smokinburgerslounge.com

Monsoon Indian Cuisine Indian: Lunch and dinner. Serving up quality Indian food such as tandoori chicken, lamb seek kabob, paneer makhani, naan, a wide selection of biryanis, prawn vindaloo and more. 555 S. Sunrise Way, Palm Springs. 760-325-2700, monsoonindianrestaurant.com Nature’s Health Food and Cafe American: Breakfast and lunch. A vegan/vegetarian cafe that uses organic produce and products with over 100 items on the menu that include, lentil burger, veggie delight sandwich, eggplant wrap, vegan stirfry, and more 555 S.Sunrise Way, Palm Springs. 760-323-9487, natureshealthfoodcafe.com Ruben and Ozzy’s Oyster Bar & Grill Seafood: Lunch and dinner. Specializing in seafood dishes like shrimp buckets, oyster shooters, clam chowder,

Rancho Mirage Babe’s Bar-B-Que and Brewhouse American: Lunch and dinner. Babe’s menu highlights include amazing mouthwatering steaks, hickory bbq and sandwiches that rival the best gastropubs and a full bar. The River, 71800 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage. 760346-8738, babesbbqandbrewhouse.com Catalan Mediterranean Restaurant Mediterranean: Dinner. Paella and tapas are served at this lively farmto-table spot with a European-style decor and courtyard. 70026 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage. 760-770-9508, catalanrestaurant.com Enzo’s Bistro & Bar Italian: Dinner. Dishes at this elegant and authentic Italian

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DINING restaurant are carefully prepared in-house. The delicious homemade pasta, sauce, and selection of meats pair perfectly with the extensive wine list. 70030 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage. 760-321-7635, enzosbistroandbar.com Norma’s Italian Kitchen Italian: Lunch and dinner. Experience authentic Italian cuisine with specialties entrees in poultry, veal and much more. 42418 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. 760-834-8738, normasitaliankitchen.com O’Caine’s Irish Pub Sports Pub: Lunch and dinner. A genuine Irish public house with a private dining room, gift shop, dart boards, live music, sports, crafted Irish cocktails and chef-prepared cuisine inspired by flavors of Ireland. 36101 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. 760-202-3311, ocainesirishpub.com Shame on the Moon American: Dinner. This fine dining restaurants tantalizing menu features steaks, a diverse selection of seafood, pasta dishes and in-house made deserts. Paired with a handcrafted martini or a selection from the extensive wine list makes for a memorable date night, birthday or anniversary celebration. 69950 Frank Sinatra Drive, Rancho Mirage. 760-324-5515, shameonthemoon.com

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Yard House American: Lunch and dinner. The menu features more than 130 items including salads, pastas, sandwiches, tacos, pizza, burgers, seafood, steaks and more. The River, 71800 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage. 760779-1415, yardhouse.com

Twentynine Palms Grnd Sqrl American: Lunch and dinner. A desert gastropub that specializes in scratchmade eats that include pork sando, herbivore burger, sank house salad and stellar craft beer. 73471 Twentynine Palms Highway, Twentynine Palms. 760-800-1275. Rocky’s Pizza Italian: Lunch and dinner. The pizzeria serves traditional quality Italian dishes from family recipes. The menu features pizza, calzone, sandwiches, hot pasta dishes, appetizers, and cold antipasto platters. 73737 Twentynine Palms Highway, Twentynine Palms. 760-367-9525, rockyspizza29.com

Yucca Valley 2 Guys Pies Brick Oven Pizza Italian: Lunch and dinner. Offering creative pizzas with daily made dough, hearty sandwiches, salads, pasta, des-

sert, beer and wine. 56969 Yucca Trail, Yucca Valley. 760-418-5075, 2guyspies.com Aki Sushi Japanese: Lunch and dinner. The menu offers teriyaki bowls, noodle soups, stir fried noodles, bento, sushi and sashimi, Japanese ramen, tempura and salads. 57045 Twentynine Palms Highway, Yucca Valley. 760365-7755, akisushi.site.mobi La Palapa Mexican Restaurant Mexican: Breakfast, lunch and dinner. This authentic Mexican restaurant offers enchiladas, tacos, burritos plus a full bar of margaritas, beer and wine. 57173 Sunnyslope Drive, Yucca Valley. 760228-0312 The Roost at Hawk’s Landing American: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The menu features French toast, breakfast burritos, burgers, paninis, salads, steak, fish, and more, all available to-go or dine on the patio. 55100 Martinez Trail, Yucca Valley. 760365-0033, hawkslandinggolf.com The Tiny Pony Bar: Brunch, lunch, and dinner. Unique bar food including loaded yuca fries, duck confit nachos, tiny pony burger, crispy chicken sandwich, blackened pork porterhouse, flat iron steakand drink. 57205 Twentynine Palms Highway, Yucca Valley. 442205-0163, thetinypony.com

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Discover where the curtains will rise this month By Gary Walker

latinum Award-winning “Human Nature,” Australia’s biggest-selling boy band, will headline “Stepping Out for COD” Thursday evening, March 30, at the McCallum Theatre. COD Foundation’s most important fundraiser of the year, “Stepping Out” presents one of Motown’s favorite groups, Human Nature, who won 27 Platinum Awards, charted 18 Top 40 singles and five Top 10 hits worldwide. The program also will celebrate the organization’s 40th Anniversary and their raising over $100 million in the past four decades to support student enrichment programs and services at College of the Desert. Curtain Time: “Stepping Out for COD,” 7 p.m., Thursday, March 30, McCallum Theatre, Palm Desert. Tickets ($75, $100, $125); and information: 760-340-2787 or mccallumtheatre.com.

‘A Funny Thing…’

No, it’s not THAT show, it’s the show with the longest title (I believe): “A Funny Thing Happened on the way to the Gynecologic Oncology Unit at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center of New York City” by Halley Feiffer. You can thank Dezart Performs for presenting this show March 3-12 in Palm Springs. A foul-mouthed, twenty-something comedian and a middle-aged man embroiled in a nasty divorce are brought together unexpectedly when their cancer-stricken mothers become hospital roommates. Curtain Time: “A Funny Thing…,” March 3-12, Dezart Performs, Pearl McManus Theater, 314 S. Cahuilla Road, Palm Springs, Fridays 7:30 p.m., Saturdays 2 and 7:30 p.m. and Sunday 2 p.m. For tickets and information 760-3220179 or dezartperforms.org.

PCT’s ‘Daddy’s Dyin’…’

Palm Canyon Theatre’s next production is Del Shores’ “Daddy’s Dyin’, Who’s Got the Will?” a hilarious and touching story about the rebirth of a family unit’s spirit in Shores’ traditional fast-paced fashion. Curtain time: “Daddy’s Dyin’ Who’s Got the Will?” Palm Canyon Theatre, 538 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. Show times: 7 p.m. Thurs., 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday, March 17-26. Tickets: $38 adults, $34 seniors, $17 students. For tickets or more info: palmcanyontheatre.org or 760-323-5123.

‘Kafka’s Joke’ at DET

Desert Ensemble Theatre presents the World Premiere of the West Coast Original play “Kafka’s Joke,” by Rich Rubin.

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Human Nature

Halley Feiffer writer of “A Funny Thing...”

‘Sex Tips for Straight Women from a Gay Man’

The place is Prague in 1924. On his deathbed, 40-year-old Franz Kafka begs his best friend, Max Brod, to burn all his unpublished manuscripts. Brod, however, thinks his friend is an unappreciative genius and refuses to carry out Kafka’s wishes. Despite Kafka’s lack of interest in his works, Brod makes it his life’s work to raise the world’s estimation of the writer. Curtain Time: “Kafka’s Joke” by Rich Rubin: 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday, March 10-12 & 17-19. Desert Ensemble Theatre, Palm Springs Cultural Center, 2300 Baristo Rd., Palm Springs. Tickets: $35 ($38.59 with service fee), 760-565-2476 or desertensembletheatre.org.

‘Sex Tips…’

Ron & Lance Phillips announce the launch of Bus Stop Productions (BSP), opening with “Sex Tips for Straight Women from a Gay Man,” Fridays and Saturdays through March 18, at the Margaritaville Resort Tropics Lounge, 1600 N. Indian Canyon Road, Palm Springs. Ron and Lance identified a need for “a more diverse selection of entertainment, especially in the West Valley.” They say that BSP will present “a wildly popular comedy direct from Las Vegas as its inaugural production.” They also noted that this show was voted “Best Comedy for Couples” which is “an inventive romantic comedy.” Curtain Time: “Sex Tips for Straight Women from a Gay Man,” 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., FridaySaturday thru March 18, The Margaritaville Resort Tropics Lounge, 1600 N. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs. Tickets: $59-$70, info: 760-3348382 or busstopps.com.

S2S2S2S Presents

Script2Stage2Screen’s next production will be “Prepping for Widowhood” Friday-Saturday, March 24-25 in Rancho Mirage. Written by Robert Dames and directed by Morgana Corelli, the play is a fun, touching and engaging story about four ladies, best friends from college days, who often refer to themselves as the Four Seasons. They are navigating the changes in their lives as they enter their seventies. With each other and one of their daughters, they examine their past, present and future with wit, satire and caring. Curtain Time: “Prepping for Widowhood,” 7:30 p.m., Friday-Saturday, March 24-25, Script2Stage2Screen, Unitarian Universalist Church of the Desert, 72425 Via Vail, Rancho Mirage. Tickets are $10, and can be purchased at the door by cash or check, by PayPal, or at script2stage2screen.com. NOTE: Check their website for COVID restrictions.

Opera Launch

Nickel City Opera West will launch its Coachella Valley Inaugural Gala Dinner and Puccini opera night this month: Tuesday, March 14, Palm Springs Women’s Club, 314 Cahuilla Road, Palm Springs. 6 p.m. Cocktails & Hor d’oeuvres, 7 p.m. Dinner & Entertainment. $125 per person. Tickets: 760-374-7680 or nickelcityoperawest.org. Sunday, March 26, Nickel City Opera West presents “An Evening of Puccini” at Richards Center for the Arts at Palm Springs High School, 2248 Ramon Rd., Palm Springs. 5 p.m.; tickets: 760-374-7680 or nickelcityoperawest.org.

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CURTAIN TIME ‘Hand to God’ at CVRep

Coachella Valley Repertory (CVRep) presents the Broadway hit “Hand to God” by Robert Askins March 28-April 9. The play received five Tony nominations, including Best New Play. Tormented by feelings of lust and loss, an unhappy teenage boy tries to please his mother by performing with a puppet for her church ministry program. However, things don’t go to plan. Tackling the nature of Coachella Valleyt Repertory’s good and evil, “Hand to “Hand of God” God” is a metaphor for getting to the “crux of matters.” Audience members should note that this dark comedy contains sexualized scenes, violence, profanity and puppet nudity. Curtain Time: “Hand to God,” Tuesdays-Sundays, March 28-April, CVRep, Tuesdays-Saturdays, 7 pm; Saturday and Sunday matinees 2 pm. 68510 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Cathedral City. Tickets: $58, $63, 760-2962966, ext. 115 or cvrep.org.

Desert Theatricals

The following Desert Thearicals productions include “Beauty and the Beast” (March 17-19) and “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat” (April 14-16). For tickets and additional information, visit deserttheatricals.com.

Theatre 29

Theatre 29 director Ian Ferris and his creative team announce their upcoming production of “Peter and the Starcatcher,” which runs three weekends starting Friday, March 17. The play is a beautiful, theatrical prequel based on Dave Berry and Ridley Pearson’s novels, telling the story of a young orphan boy who becomes the stuff of storybook legends. Curtain Time: “Peter and the Starcatcher,” Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m., with Sunday matinees at 2:30 p.m., March 17-April 2. Tickets and info: 760-361-4151 or theatre29.org.

DWFB Concert

The Desert Winds Freedom Band’s Spring Concert will be “The Sky’s the Limit,” Saturday-Sunday, March 25-26, at the Jewish Community Center in Palm Springs. The Concert Band will perform two exciting selections by guest composer Richard Saucedo, “Into the Clouds,” and “Shooting Stars.” Also, there will be special arrangements of “Star Trek” and “Over the Rainbow.” The Jazz Band will play “Orange Colored Sky” and “Blue Moon,” among other works. Curtain Time: Desert Winds Freedom Band Spring Concert,7 p.m. Saturday, March 25; 2 p.m. Sunday, March 26. Jewish Community Center, Bochner Auditorium, 332 West Alejo Road, Palm Springs. Tickets: $30, 760-7762700 or desertwindsfb.org.

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EV Charging Stations

Camelot Theatre 2300 E. Baristo Road, Palm Springs

Tower Market 33441 Date Palm Drive, Cathedral City

Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs (Payment Required) 410 E. Amado Road, Palm Springs

Downtown Public Parking Structure 275 S. Indian Canyon Drive, Palm Springs

Walgreens 30015 Date Palm Drive, Cathedral City

Cathedral City Public Parking 68500 Avenue Lalo Guerrero, Cathedral City

Agua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage (Payment Required) 32250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage

Palm Springs Art Museum 101 N. Museum Drive, Palm Springs Palm Springs Public Library 300 S. Sunrise Way, Palm Springs

Agua Caliente Casino Cathedral City (Payment Required) 68950 Highway 111, Cathedral City

Rancho Mirage Public Library 71100 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage

The Gardens on El Paseo 73545 El Paseo, Palm Desert

La Quinta Civic Center 78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta

Palm Desert City Hall 73510 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert

La Quinta Park 79120 Blackhawk Way, La Quinta

Desert Crossing Shopping Center 72399 Highway 111, Palm Desert The Shops in Palm Desert 72840 Highway 111, Palm Desert

La Quinta Wellness Center 78226 Avenida La Fonda, La Quinta Walmart Supercenter (Payment Required) 82491 Avenue 42, Indio

Tesla Shuper Charger (Payment Required) 42100 Jackson Street, Indio Tower Market (Payment Required) 83482 Avenue 50, Coachella Coachella City Hall (Payment Required) 1515 6th Street, Coachella For more charging stations, visit plugshare.com

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The Babies Located across the street from the Palm Springs Art Museum, 101 N. Museum Drive, Palm Springs. @pspublicart #palmspringsbabies

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Repose Located at 73785 El Paseo, Palm Desert @melissamorgansculpturegarden #melissamorgansculpturegarden @melissamorgansculpturegarden melissamorganfineart.com Artist: Anthony James

The Flamingos Located at 74855 Country Club Dr, Palm Desert @ desertsprings #jwmarriottdesertsprings @JWMarriottDesertSpringsResortSpa marriott.com

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Cabot’s Pueblo Museum A unique Hopi inspired pueblo, Cabot’s Pueblo Museum is a multi-level building that includes 35 rooms, 150 windows and 65 doors all crafted from found materials. The museum houses Native American pottery, 20th-century photographs and artifacts. 67616 Desert View Avenue, Desert Hot Springs. 760-329-7610, cabotsmuseum.org Covered Wagon Tours Experience the Colorado Sonoran Desert as the pioneers did on a mule-drawn covered wagon. Your expert, onboard naturalist will entertain and educate you as you explore the rugged desert wilderness. As you return to the ranch you will be greeted with live, western music and the smell of barbecue. The evening continues with a barn dance (lessons provided), games and roasting marshmallows over an open campfire.This unique tour is the most enjoyable way to see, taste and immerse yourself in the Sonoran Desert. 29200 Thousand Palms Canyon Road, Thousand Palms. 760-347-2161, coveredwagontours.com The Living Desert Representing the desert environments of North America and Africa. With more than 1,200 protected acres, 450 wild animals, live animal shows, kids’ play park, tranquil gardens, model train exhibit, hiking trails, tram rides and more, visitors experience an oasis of family fun. 47900 Portola Ave., Palm Desert. 760-346-5694, livingdesert.org Moorten Botanical Garden Home to more than 3,000 desert cacti and other plants, the garden is a hidden treasure. You’ll find thousands of species of succulents and cactus growing together from all over the world. 1701 S. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs. 760-327-6555, moortenbotanicalgarden.com

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway The world’s largest rotating tram car travels over two-and-one-half miles along the breathtaking cliffs of Chino Canyon, transporting riders to the pristine wilderness of the Mt. San Jacinto State Park. During your approximately ten-minute journey, tram cars rotate slowly, offering picturesque and spectacular vistas of the valley floor below. Once you reach the Mountain Station—elevation 8,516 feet— enjoy two restaurants, observation decks, natural history museum, two documentary theaters, gift shop and over 50 miles of hiking trails. 1 Tram Way, Palm Springs. 760-3254537, pstramway.com Palm Springs Art Museum Architecture and Design Center Located in the historic Santa Fe Savings & Loan bank is the creative hub for midcentury architecture and design exploration. Featuring exhibitions, and educational and community programs, as well as research space. 300 South Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-322-4897, psmuseum.org Palm Springs Art Museum The museum’s extensive permanent collection includes significant works by western, contemporary and glass artists, and features temporary exhibitions from internationally acclaimed artists. 101 Museum Drive, Palm Springs. 760-3224800, psmuseum.org Salvation Mountain Probably one of the most photographed and unique desert art discoveries, the mountain began as one man’s vision of artistic expression. While religion may have been the catalyst for this creation, the true inspiration, made clear by creator Leonard Knight, was pure love. Visitors can climb parts of the massive sculpture and peek into rooms, or admire the additional found art items, such as painted cars, placed around the base. 603 Beal Road, Niland. salvationmountaininc.org

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COMEDY.O

Laugh it up with

Daniel Tosh

By Crystal Harrell

et ready for a night of laughter as Daniel Tosh is set to perform at the The Show at Agua Caliente Casino on March 10 at 8 p.m. Daniel Tosh is an American comedian, writer, and producer. Tosh moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career in comedy. His career accelerated in 2001 after a performance on the “Late Show with David Letterman.” He would go on to appear in other national shows, leading to his own 30-minute special on “Comedy Central Presents” two years later. From 2009 to 2020, Tosh was the host of Comedy Central series “Tosh.0,” a showcase of popular Internet video clips with the addition of Tosh’s narrative comedic dialogue. There are no refunds or exchanges permitted for the show and there is a six ticket limit on sales. Seats in Section 302 Row H, Section 303 Row G Seats 3-20, and Section 304 Row H are directors chairs and do require a step up. Please call 1-800-514-3849 with questions before purchasing tickets. No cans, bottles, or weapons of any kind are allowed at the event, as well as no smoking of any kind, no photography, and no video recording allowed inside The Show at Agua Caliente Casino. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older. Guests must also be 25 months old with a ticket to enter, under 25 months is not permitted. Ticket prices are as follows: $175.00 for Orchestra Front Rows, $125.00 for Orchestra, $100.00 for Loge, $90.00 for Mezzanine, and $80.00 for Balcony seating. Doors will open at 7 p.m. Audiences can experience the hottest live entertainment at The Show. Located at Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage, The Show is a premier concert venue in Palm Springs. With headliners ranging from Steven Tyler, Duran Duran, Sting, Theresa Caputo and more, there’s always an exciting show to see. To reserve tickets, visit aguacalientecasinos.com.

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Upcoming events in the high and low desert The following events are scheduled to take place as of press time. Please call or visit the venues’ website for showtime hours.

Weekly Caliente Comedy Each show is 90 minutes and features a roster of comedians that include Saul Trijillo (3/3), Madison Sinclair (3/10), Sandro Iocolano (3/17), JB Ball (3/24), and Jackie Kashian (3/31). 7 p.m. This is a 21+ show. Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs, 401 E. Amado Road, Palm Springs. eventspalmsprings.com

Desert X returns to the Coachella Valley, March 4

Certified Farmer’s Market This family fun and friendly experience has something for everyone to enjoy, from the freshest locally grown flowers, fruits, eggs, honey, and vegetables to gourmet chef-prepared foods and one-of-a-kind Artisan goods. Every Sunday, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Old Town La Quinta, 78100 Main Stree, La Quinta. oldtownlaquinta.com Coachella Valley Firebirds The 32nd team of the American Hockey League and an affiliate of the NHL Seattle Kraken take the ice at home against Calgary Wranglers (3/1), Henderson Silver Knights (3/8 & 3/25), Texas Stars (3/11-12), Iowa Wild (3/15 & 3/17), San Diego Gulls (3/19), and Bakersfield Condors (3/29). Acrisure Arena, 75702 Varner Road, Palm Desert. (888) 695-8778, acrisurearena.com Desert Blues Revival Enjoy authentic blues, soul, R&B, and rock from all over the globe, featuring American Mile (3/1), Sugarmil Slim (3/8), Len Rainey & The Midnight Players (3/15), History of Women in Blues (3/22), and Dyversity (3/29). 6 p.m. This is a 21+ show. Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs, 401 E. Amado Rd., Palm Springs. eventspalmsprings.com/blues The Gardens Concert Series Music and giving unite during these outdoor concert, featuring music by Slim Man benefiting Coachella Valley Volunteers in Medicine (3/4), John Stanley King Band benefiting Family YMCA of the Desert (3/11). 73545 El Paseo, Palm Desert. thegardensonelpaseo.com Jazzville Step back in time to when all the cool cats came to play. Experience the hip vintage vibes that put Palm Springs on the map. Featuring Gunhild Carling (2/2), Kristen Korb Trio (2/9), The Jive Aces (2/16), and Cathy Segal-Garcia Quintet (2/30). Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs, 401 East Amado Road, Palm Springs. jazzvillepalmsprings.com Joshua Tree Farmers Market Support local farmers and sustainable farming practices. Get to know the farmers who grow your vine-ripened produce direct from the farm to you. En-

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Art on Main in Old Town La Quinta, March 11 & 25

joy shopping for local arts and crafts. Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Downtown Joshua Tree at Turtle Island. joshuatreefarmersmarket.com Outdoor Market/Fair in Joshua Tree Experience this unique vendor-run outdoor market, enjoy creative adult beverages or vendors’ street tacos, gourmet shrimp, crafted coffees, and more—while perusing locally handmade goods, arts, clothing, and more. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 61231 Twentynine Palms Highway, Joshua Tree. mojavedesertmarkets.com Open Air Market This night market is open every Wednesday and Saturday evening with vendors offering fresh produce and something for the entire family. Regional cuisine and snack foods are offered. 4 to 10 p.m. 46350 Arabia Avenue, Indio. maclinmarkets.com/indio.html Palm Desert Certified Farmers Market Shop for fresh produce, food, and products every Wednesday. 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 72559 Highway 111, Palm Desert. certifiedfarmersmarkets.org

Find your vintage treasure at Palm Springs Vintage Market, March 5

Palm Springs Rewind A film retrospective featuring the early classics of director Terry Gilliam; featuring “Brazil” (3/2) and “The Adventures of Baron Munchausen” (3/16). 7 p.m. Camelot Theatres, 2300 East Baristo Road, Palm Springs. 760-325-6565, psculturalcenter. org/pscc Palm Springs VillageFest The Thursday night street fair, 7 to 10 p.m., shuts down Palm Canyon Drive. Stroll through the vendors selling art, crafts, food, and enjoy live entertainment. Downtown Palm Springs on Palm Canyon Drive. villagefest.org Rancho Mirage Certified Farmers Market Join 40+ local artist, chefs, food vendors and farmers every Friday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Rancho Mirage Community Park, 71560 San Jacinto Drive, Rancho Mirage. cvcfm.org

Palm Springs Art Museum The museum offers free admission every Thursday night to view a myriad of diverse and eclectic art. Tickets must be reserved in advance online. 5 to 7 p.m. 101 Museum Dr., Palm Springs. 760-322-4800, psmuseum.org

Street Fair at College of the Desert The open-air shopping experience features merchandise and services for all ages and any budget, offering over a thousand items for sale from artisans, home goods, fashion, furniture, farmer’s market, live entertainment, gourmet food, and much more. 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. 43500 Monterey Avenu, Palm Desert. codaastreetfair.com

Palm Springs Certified Farmers Market Shop for fresh produce, food, and products every Saturday. 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Palm Springs Cultural Center, 2300 E. Baristo Road, Palm Springs. certifiedfarmersmarkets.org

Twentynine Palms Farmer’s Market The place to be every Saturday morning for fresh produce, live music, and local arts and crafts. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. 73484 Twentynine Palms Highway, Twentynine Palms. visit29.org

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Sheryl Crow, March 4

March 2-5 La Quinta Art Celebration Named the No. 1 fine art and fine craft art event in the nation by Art Fair SourceBook 2022. Featuring jury-selected, world-class artists from across the nation and globe exhibiting their original artworks. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. La Quinta Civic Center, 78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta. laquintaartcelebration.org

March 3 Bronco Their modern take on the Norteño style in the 80s and 90s helped earn them a number of international hits, including “Que No Quede Huella,” Sergio el Bailador,” and “Si Te Vuelves a Enamorar.” 8 p.m. The Show, 32250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. 800-514-3849, aguacalientecasinos.com

March 4 Ana Gabriel She has performed emotional pop ballads and solidly traditional ranchera, she’s sung duets with a veritable who’s who of musical stars. Gabriel brings her latest tour “Por Amor a Ustedes” to the desert. 8 p.m. Acrisure Arena, 75702 Varner Road, Palm Desert. 888-695-8778, acrisurearena.com Sammy Hagar & The Circle One of rock music’s dynamic artists has set the tone for some of the greatest rock anthems like “ I Can’t Drive 55,” “Right Now,” and “Why Can’t This Be Love.” 8 p.m. The Show, 32250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. 800-514-3849, aguacalientecasinos.com Sheryl Crow Her fresh, updated spin on classic roots rock made her one of the most mainstream rock artists of the 90s. “All I Wanna Do,” “Leaving Las Vegas,” “My Favorite Mistake,” and “Picture” are some of her best known tunes. 8 p.m. Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio. 800-827-2946, fantasyspringsresort.com

March 4 - May 7 Desert X Eleven artists from Europe, North America and South Asia present poetic and immersive works that span sculpture, painting, writing, architecture, design, film, music, performances, chereography, education, and environmental activism at sites across the Coachella Valley. desertx.org

March 5 Palm Springs Vintage Market Come experience a diverse gathering of merchants selling vintage, retro, and mid-century modern merchandise. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Palm Springs Culture Center, 2300 East Baristo Road, Palm Springs. palmspringsvintagemarket.com

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THINGS TO DO March 6-19 BNP Paribas Open The largest ATP tour and WTA tour fetaures the best players in world including, Rafael Nadal, Carlos Alcaraz, Stefano Tsitsipas, Aryna Sabalenka, Jessica Pegula, Coco Gauff, Iga Swiatek, and Taylor Fritz. Indian Wells Tennis Garden, 78200 Miles Avenue, Indian Wells. bnpparibasopen.com

March 7 Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reef Band Soak in the full Margaritabille experience featuring hits songs “It’s Five O’ Clock Somewhere,” “Margaritaville,” and “Come Monday.” 8 p.m. Acrisure Arena, 75702 Varner Road, Palm Desert. 888-695-8778, acrisurearena.com

March 8 Jon Secada His romantic sound have resulted in numerous hits in English and Spanish that include, “El Ultimo Adiós,” “Just Another Day,” and “Angel.” Secada will be accompanied by The Desert Symphony. 5 p.m. The Show, 32250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. 800-514-3849, aguacalientecasinos.com

March 9 Herb Alpert and Lani Hall The husband and wife duo infuse an eclectic blend of jazz, world and American pop standards with their unique sound. 7 p.m. McCallum Theatre, 73000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert. 760-340-2787, mccallumtheatre.com

March 10 Bonnie Raitt After 20 years as a cult favorite, the singer, songwriter and guitarist broke through to the top in the early 90s with her Grammy-award winning albums, “Nick of Time” and “Luck of the Draw,” which featured hits, “Something to Talk About” and “I Can’t Make You Love Me.” 8 p.m. Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio. 800-827-2946, fantasyspringsresort.com Daniel Tosh The comedian, writer, and producer has been seen stand up specials “People Pleaser” and “Happy Thoughts” and the host of “Tosh.0.” 8 p.m. The Show, 32250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. 800514-3849, aguacalientecasinos.com Ginuwine and Jon B Two of R&B’s hit makes share the stage for a special evening filled with top chart hits including, “ Pony,” “Toxic,” “Differences,” “Mercy Mercy Me,” “They Don’t Know,” and “Are U Still Down?” 8 p.m. Morongo Casino Resort & SPa, 49500 Seminole Drive, Cabazon. 951-849-3080, morongocasinoresort.com

March 10-12 David Foster & Katherine McPhee This intimate show with the powerhouse duo will be packed with David’s hits from Chicago, Whitney Houston, Celine Dion, Josh Groben, Michael Bublé etc. and Kat’s biggest songs from American Idol, Smash, and Waitress. McCallum Theatre, 73000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert. 760-340-2787, mccallumtheatre.com

March 11 Art on Main Street at Old Town La Quinta Featuring over 100 artists showing and selling their paintings, jewelry, mixed media, photography, ceramics, glass, woodwork, and more. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission and parking. 78100 Main Street, La Quinta. oldtownlaquinta.com Banda Maguey The regional Mexican band brings its latest tour to the desert. Best known for their hits “Tu Eterno Enamorado,” “El Alacrán,” and “Eva Maria.” 8 p.m. Morongo Casino Resort & SPa, 49500 Seminole Drive, Cabazon. 951-849-3080, morongocasinoresort.com

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THINGS TO DO Baby,” to reach the Top 40 charts. 8 p.m. The Show, 32250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. 800-514-3849, aguacalientecasinos.com Tusk: The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute They leave no stone unturned in replicating the music of one of best-loved and top-selling bands. 8 p.m. McCallum Theatre, 73000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert. 760340-2787, mccallumtheatre.com

March 18 No Duh! at Second Saturday, March 11

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Dancing with the Stars: Live 2023 See the ballroom brought to life in this brand-new production featuring Alan, Alexis, Brandon, Britt, Emma, Gleb, Kateryna, Sasha, plus special guest Gabby Windey and Daniel Durant. 8 p.m. The Show, 32250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. 800-514-3849, aguacalientecasinos.com

Celebrating Elvis’ Records from Sun Studios Tyler Hilton, who was cast to play Elvis Presley in the biopic “Walk the Line” has teamed up with Hot Club of Cowtown to bring Elvis’s hits from the Sun Studio years to life. 7 p.m. McCallum Theatre, 73000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert. 760-340-2787, mccallumtheatre.com

Second Saturday This free community concert series for all ages features activities, local food vendors, craft beer, and live music. This month’s concert features a tribute to No Doubt by No Duh! 6 to 9 p.m. 82868 Miles Ave., Indio. eventspalmsprings.com/indiocenterstage

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The Beach Boys One of the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful bands of all time, with 36 songs that include, “Surfin’ USA,” “I Get Around,” and “Don’t Worry

Grupo Arriesgado They’ve taken over social media with smash hits, “El Fugitive” and “Los Mitotes” now they’re taking over the Coachella Valley. 8 p.m. Acrisure Arena, 75702 Varner Road, Palm Desert. 888-695-8778, acrisurearena.com Marie Osmond Spend an evening with the iconic singer, television perfomer & talk show host, actor, author, entrepreneur & public speaker. 8 p.m. The Show, 32250 Bob Hope Dr., Rancho Mirage. 800-514-3849, aguacalientecasinos.com Tanya Tucker A defining voice of a modern-day legend, the two-time Grammy-award winner continues to inspire artist today. The legendary singer brings her latest tour to the desert. 8 p.m. Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio. 800-8272946, fantasyspringsresort.com

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Intocable The two-time Grammy and seventime Latin Grammy-award winning Mexican-American group, with a unique, genderbending Tejano/Norteño sound that includes hits “Fuete No Soy,” “¿Y Todo Para Qué,” and “Soñador Eterno.” 8 p.m. Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio. 800-827-2946, fantasyspringsresort.com

Legends of Sports Speaker Series Spend a special evening with boxing legend and sixtime world champion Sugar Ray Leonard as he shares stories from his career. 7 p.m. The Show, 32250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. 800-5143849, aguacalientecasinos.com

March 20 Three Pianos, Six Hands Featuring Palm Springs International Piano Competition artists John Bayless, Scott Cuellar, Norman Krieger, and Lisa Nakamichi performing solos, duos, and trios on three pianos. 5:30 p.m. McCallum Theatre, 73000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert. 760-773-2575, psipc.org

March 20-26 The Galleri Classic Featuring 78 legends competing for a $2.2 million purse, this marks the first time PGA Tour Champions has hosted a tournament in the Coachella Valley since 1993. Mission Hills Country Club, 34600 Mission Hills Drive, Rancho MIrage. 760-808-8606, thegallericlassic.com

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March 24 Freestyle Explosion Throwback Jam The concert features Stevie B, Lisa Lisa, Taylor Dayne, The Cover Girls, Lil Suzy, The Jets, Trinere, Rob Base, Freestyle and MC Shy D. 7:30 p.m. Acrisure Arena, 75702 Varner Road, Palm Desert. 888-695-8778, acrisurearena.com Iliza Shlesinger The multi-faceted comedian brings her latest tour “Back in Action” to the Coachella Valley. 8 p.m. Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio. 800-827-2946, fantasyspringsresort.com Kool & The Gang One of the most inspiredand influential funk units during the 70s, and one of the most popular R&B groups of the 80s after their breakout hit “Celebration.” Other hits include, “Get Down On It,” “Cherish,” and “ Ladies Night.” 8 p.m. Spotlight 29 Casino, 46200 Harrison Place, Coachella. 760-775-5566, spotlight29.com

Three Pianos, Six Hands, March 20

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Australia’s Thunder from Down Under, March 31

March 24 Zeppelin USA In the world of tribute bands, they stand out by boldly shedding the wigs and costumes and letting the music do the talking with passionate stage performances, and state of the art visual technology. 8 p.m. The Show, 32250 Bob Hope Dr., Rancho Mirage. 800-514-3849, aguacalientecasinos.com

March 25 Art on Main Street at Old Town La Quinta Featuring over 100 artists showing and selling their paintings, jewelry, mixed media, photography, ceramics, glass, woodwork, and more. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission and parking. 78100 Main Street, La Quinta. oldtownlaquinta.com Jay Leno The hardest working man in show business and former host of “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno” brings his brand of comedy to the desert stage for an evening of laughs. 8 p.m. The Show, 32250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. 800-514-3849, aguacalientecasinos.com Stewart Copeland’s “Police Deranged for Orchestra” A high energy orchestral evening bursting with The Police’s music and biggest hits “Roxanne,” “Don’t Stand So Close To Me,” and “Message In a Bottle.” 8 p.m. Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio. 800-827-2946, fantasyspringsresort.com

March 30 Human Nature Brotehrs Andrew and Michael Tierney along with Tony Allen will perform “Get Ready,” “Tracks of My Tears,” “Uptight,” “Stop in the Name of Love” and many more favorites. Concert benefits College of the Desert Foundation. 7 p.m. McCallum Theatre, 73000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert. 760-340-2787, mccallumtheatre.com

March 31 Australia’s Thunder from Down Under The number one male revue in the world is not the type of show you just sit and watch – a fully interactive experience with chiseled bodies, seductive dance routines, cheeky humor and boy-next-door charm. 8 p.m. The Show, 32250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. 800-514-3849, aguacalientecasinos.com Charo The multi-talented singer, musician, comedian, stage and screen performer known for her high energy live concerts will be joined by the delightful Mariachi Divas. 8 p.m. McCallum Theatre, 73000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert. 760-340-2787, mccallumtheatre.com Palm Springs Speakers Spend an evening with Al Franken. As the only speaker on the lecture circuit who has won five Emmy-awards, written four New York Times No. 1 best-sellers, two Grammys, and served as a United States Senator. Franken brings a unique voice to the stage. 7 p.m. Richards Center for the Arts, 2248 Ramon Road, Palm Springs. palmspringsspeaks.org Reba McEntire One of the most successful female recording artist will perform a string of hits, including “Does He Love You,” “The Night The Lights Went Out IN Georgia,” and “Fancy” along with special guest Terri Clark. 6:30 p.m. Acrisure Arena, 75702 Varner Road, Palm Desert. 888695-8778, acrisurearena.com

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THE GREAT OUTDOORS

Let’s Hike Places to stretch your legs in the high and low desert

Don’t forget to bring plenty of water for your hike!

Joshua Tree Joshua Tree National Park A sweeping array of nature and fitness treks greets guests across the 1,250 square mile breadth of space, which makes Joshua Tree among the most popular hiking, camping and rock climbing attractions to locals and visitors. For leisurely hikes, check out the 3-mile 49 Palms Oasis hike or the 4-mile Lost Horse Mine and mountain hike. 6554 Park Blvd.

La Quinta Bear Creek Canyon Trail After cruising through a flat, sandy wash for the first 30 minutes, the gain hits all at once around the two-mile mark. But the steep trek through the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountain National Monument is well worth it, and is a prime spot for a picnic. Access trail near the intersection of Calle Tecate and Avenida Madero. Cove to Lake The first part of the 6.4-mile path is relatively flat, cutting through wideopen sandy terrain at the base of the Southern Santa Rosa Mountains before transitioning to more ups and downs. The path veers away from private property and heads towards Lake Cahuilla. Access the trailhead on Calle Tecate.

Morongo Valley Canyon Trail This 8.34-mile round trip hike descends gradually from the higher, cooler Mojave Desert down the canyon to the warmer Colorado Desert climate. This trail is a favorite of many local hikers and horseback riders. Big Morongo Canyon Preserve, 11055 East Drive. Yucca Ridge Trail This moderate to difficult .72-mile trail fetures vegetation of the desert scrub, including creosote bush, Mojave yucca,

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Mormon tea, numerous species of cacti and even club moss clinging to the cool sides of the rock surfaces. View white dikes of aplite intruding into an ancient outcrop of gneiss that is over one billion years old and one of the oldest exposed rock formations in California. Big Morongo Canyon Preserve, 11055 East Drive.

Palm Desert Art Smith Trail After one mile of the roundtrip 10-mile trek, the sights and sounds of the city of seem to disappear. By mile three, a cluster of palm trees pop up out of nowhere and the trail is surrounded by otherworldly rock formations. Trailhead can be found across from the Santa Rosa San Jacinto National Monument Visitors Center on Highway 74. Bump and Grind Loop A moderate 3 -mile hike scaling the Northern Santa Rosa Mountains, this is one of the most popular outings for hikers, runners and cyclists. The steep trail climbs 960 feet and intersects other routes along the way. Trailhead is behind the Desert Crossings shopping center. The Cross This local landmark is beloved by hikers, bikers and their leashed pups who make the 2.2-mile trek through the lower reaches of the Santa Rosa Mountains. The 689-foot climb feaures a giant lit-up cross with stunning vistas of the valley floor. Parking is available in the unpaved lot off Thrush Road.

Palm Springs Andreas Canyon A scenic foot trail leads through the canyon, passing groves of stately skirted palms, unusual rock formations and the perennial Andreas Creek. This tranquil setting is excellent for photography, bird-watching or a picnic at one of the tables along the trail. 38520 S. Palm Canyon Drive indian-canyons.com Tahquitz Canyon Home to a spectacular seasonal 60-foot waterfall, rock art, ancient irrigation systems, native wildlife and plants. 38520 S. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs. indian-canyons.com Museum Trail Only a 1.7-mile hike, is a hard uphill hiking test with steep incline and rocky ground. With breathtaking views of the city of Palm Springs unfolding just 10 minutes into the hike, the path levels off at a nice resting point with picnic tables. Trail begins at the back corner of the Palm Springs Art Museum parking lot. Do not park in the museum parking lot.

Thousand Palms Coachella Valley Preserve The 17,000 acre site is home to 25 miles of hiking trails and several palm oasis that stay full of water thanks to water seeping out of the San Andreas Fault. The McCallum Pond at the Thousand Palms Oasis is a fairly easy mile hike. 29200 Thousand Palms Canyon Road, Thousand Palms.

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Golfer’s Guide Take a swing at these public courses Cathedral City Cathedral Canyon Golf Club The 18-holes championship golf course challenges golfers of all skill levels by taking advantage of the naturally rolling terrain. Amenities include grass driving ranges and short game areas. 68311 Paseo Real, Cathedral City. 760-3286571, jcgolf.com

Desert Hot Springs Desert Dunes Golf Course The course was crafted by legendary golf course architect Robert Trent Jones Jr. The course hosted U.S. Open and PGA Tour qualifying events. 19300 Palm Dr., Desert Hot Springs. 760-251-5370, desertdunesgc.com

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PAR Indian Wells Indian Wells Golf Resort The resort features two courses The Celebrity Course and Players Course have been ranked in the Top 25 Best Municipal Course in the United States by Golfweek Magazine. 44500 Indian Wells Lane, Indian Wells. 760-346-4653, indianwellsgolfresort.com

Indio The Lights at Indio The only night-lighted course in the desert. Experience one of the longest par 3 golf courses in the country, with holes ranging from 110 to 240 yards. The 18-hole course is a stiff test for the best golfer. 83040 Avenue 42, Indio. 760-391-4049, indiogolf.com

La Quinta PGA West The resort features six legendary course that you can play six days a week on 109 holes of championship golf designed by five golf legends; Arnold Palmer, Tom Weiskopf, Pete Dye, Greg Norman and Jack Nicklaus. 56150 PGA Blvd., La Quinta. 800-742-9378, pgawest.com

Palm Desert J.W. Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa The Desert Springs Golf Club features two 18-hole championship golf courses that welcome players of all levels. Test your skills

on the challenging fairway while taking in the beauty of the resort. 74855 Country Club Drive, Palm Desert. 760-341-2211, marriott.com

Palm Springs Indian Canyons Golf Resort Featuring two 18-hole courses. The North Course is a par 72, 6,943-yard course with six challenging water hazards. The South Course is a par 72, 6,582-yard championship course that has four large lakes that come into play on six of the holes. 1097 E. Murray Canyon Dr., Palm Springs. 760-833-8700, indiancanyonsgolf.com

Rancho Mirage The Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort & Spa The Gary Player course plays to 7,062 yards at a par 72. This course is praised as being “difficult, well-designed and joyful.” 71333 Dinah Shore Dr., Rancho Mirage. 760328-5955, marriott.com

Yucca Valley Hawk’s Landing Golf Club This 12-hole course was designed by award-winning architect Cary Bickler. Designed with two 6-hole loops, golfers can play 6-holes on a lunch break, 12-holes when they have a bit more time or add another 6 hole loop to complete a full 18 holes. 55100 Martinez Trail, Yucca Valley. 760-365-0033, hawkslandinggolf.com

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NIGHTLIFE

Nightlife Roundup

Festive nighttime outings unfold Entertainment sometimes changes after press deadline. Please check with venue to confirm entertainment and time.

Monday Lavender Bistro Abbie Perkins, 4 p.m. 78073 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta 760-564-5353, lavenderbistro.com Toucans Tiki Lounge & Cabaret Latin Fever with Jesus Coria, 10 p.m. 2100 N. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs 760-416-7584, toucanstikilounge.com Vicky’s of Santa Fe Richard “88 Fingers” Turner, 6:30 p.m. 45100 Club Drive, Indian Wells 760-345-9770, vickysofsantafe.com

Tuesday Agave Caliente Tequila Bar Salsa Nights, 6 to 10 p.m. Agua Caliente Cathedral City 68960 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City 888-999-1995, aguacalientecasinos.com Lavender Bistro Abbie Perkins, 4 p.m. 78073 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta 760-564-5353, lavenderbistro.com Rock Show at Fantasy Springs HWY 111, 8 p.m. 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio 760-342-5000, fantasyspringsresort.com Toucans Tiki Lounge & Cabaret Drag Show hosted by Sabryna Williams, 9 p.m. 2100 N. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs 760-416-7584, toucanstikilounge.com Vicky’s of Santa Fe The Slim Man Band, 6 p.m. 45100 Club Drive, Indian Wells 760-345-9770, vickysofsantafe.com

Wednesday Hotel Zoso Karaoke Night, 7 to 11 p.m. 150 S Indian Canyon Dr., Palm Springs 760-325-9676, hotelzosopalmsprings.com Jolene’s Karaoke and DJ Night, 6:30 p.m. 74868 Country Club Dr, Palm Desert 760-610-1837, jolenespalmdesert.com Lavender Bistro Mark Guerrero, 4 p.m. 78073 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta 760-564-5353, lavenderbistro.com Wild West at Fantasy Springs 3/1 South 65, 6:30 p.m. 3/8 Neil Morrow, 6:30 p.m. 3/15 Rob Staley Band, 6:30 p.m. 3/22 Sarah Winchester Band, 6:30 p.m. 3/29 Doo Wah Riders, 6:30 p.m. 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio 760-342-5000, fantasyspringsresort.com

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NIGHTLIFE

Oasis De Noche with Nacho Bustillos at Agua Caliente Casino Cathedral City, Fridays

Metallica tribute band Damage Inc. at The Rock Yard, March 18

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Friday

Vicky’s of Santa Fe John Stanley King’s Cowboy Songs, 6 p.m. 45100 Club Drive, Indian Wells 760-345-9770, vickysofsantafe.com

Agua Caliente Cathedral City Oasis De Noche: Nacho Bustillos, 9 p.m. 68960 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Cathedral City 888-999-1995, aguacalientecasinos.com

Thursday

Agua Caliente Palm Springs Dance Party, 10 p.m. 401 E. Amado Road, Palm Springs 888-999-1995, aguacalientecasinos.com

Agave Caliente Tequila Bar Caliente Country Nights, 7 p.m. Agua Caliente Cathedral City, 68960 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City 888-999-1995, aguacalientecasinos.com Dringk Eatery + Bar Live DJ, 9 p.m. 71800 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage 760-888-0111, dringkbar.com The Cantina Karaoke with DJ Noe, 7-11 p.m. 50950 Madison Street, Indio 442-300-2097, thecantinarestaurant.com Jolene’s 3/9 Desert Crows Band, 6 p.m. 3/16, 3/23,3/30 Rebecca Clark, 6 p.m. 74868 Country Club Dr, Palm Desert 760-610-1837, jolenespalmdesert.com Larkspur Grill Live Music, 6 p.m. 45400 Larkspur Lane, Palm Desert 760-340-6069, larkspurgrill.com Lavender Bistro Mark Guerrero, 4 p.m. 78073 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta 760-564-5353, lavenderbistro.com Pretty Faces Nightclub Live DJ, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. 150 S. Indian Canyon Dr., Palm Springs 760-325-9676, hotelzosopalmsprings.com

Dringk Eatery + Bar Live DJ, 9 p.m. 71800 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage 760-888-0111, dringkbar.com Rock Yard at Fantasy Springs 3/10 Journey Tribute, 7 p.m. 3/17 US Tribute, 7 p.m. 3/24 The Who Tribute, 7 p.m. 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio 760-342-5000, fantasyspringsresort.com Jolene’s 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/31 Patrice Morris, 7 p.m. 3/24 Desert Crows Band, 6 p.m. 74868 Country Club Dr, Palm Desert 760-610-1837, jolenespalmdesert.com La Quinta Brewing Co. Live Music, 6 to 9 p.m. 78100 Main Street, La Quinta 760-972-4251, laquintabrewing.com Larkspur Grill Live Music, 6 p.m. 45400 Larkspur Lane, Palm Desert 760-340-6069, larkspurgrill.com Lavender Bistro Jeff Bonds, 4 p.m. 78073 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta 760-564-5353, lavenderbistro.com

Toucans Tiki Lounge & Cabaret Drag show with host Sabryma Williams, 9 p.m. 2100 N. Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs 760-416-7584, toucanstikilounge.com

LIT at Fantasy Springs 3/3 Tyghtship, 9 p.m. 3/10 Eclectik, 9 p.m. 3/17 Thee Champagne Band, 9 p.m. 3/24 Tre’sure, 9 p.m. 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio 760-342-5000, fantasyspringsresort.com

Vicky’s of Santa Fe John Stanley King Trio, 6 p.m. 45100 Club Drive, Indian Wells 760-345-9770, vickysofsantafe.com

Pretty Faces Nightclub Live DJ, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. 150 S. Indian Canyon Dr., Palm Springs 760-325-9676, hotelzosopalmsprings.com

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Toucans Tiki Lounge & Cabaret Drag show with Jazmyn Simone, 9 & 11 p.m. 2100 N. Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs 760-416-7584, toucanstikilounge.com Twelve Cocktails Above at Fantasy Springs Live entertainment, 7 and 10 p.m. 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio 760-342-5000, fantasyspringsresort.com Vicky’s of Santa Fe John Stanley King Show, 7:30 p.m. 45100 Club Drive, Indian Wells 760-345-9770, vickysofsantafe.com

Saturday Agua Caliente Cathedral City 1/7 - The Dreamboats, 8 p.m. 68960 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City 888-999-1995, aguacalientecasinos.com Agua Caliente Palm Springs Dance Party, 10 p.m. 401 E. Amado Road, Palm Springs 888-999-1995, aguacalientecasinos.com Dringk Eatery + Bar Live DJ, 9 p.m. 71800 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage 760-888-0111, dringkbar.com Rock Yard at Fantasy Springs 3/11 Beastie Boys Tribute, 7 p.m. 3/18 Metallica Tribute, 7 p.m. 3/25 Pink Floyd Tribute, 7 p.m. 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio 760-342-5000, fantasyspringsresort.com Jolene’s 3/4 Desert Crows Band, 6 p.m. 3/11, 3/18, 3/25 Fun with Dick & Jane, 7 p.m. 74868 Country Club Dr, Palm Desert 760-610-1837, jolenespalmdesert.com Larkspur Grill Live Music, 6 p.m. 45400 Larkspur Lane, Palm Desert 760-340-6069, larkspurgrill.com Lavender Bistro Jeff Bonds, 4 p.m. 78073 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta 760-564-5353, lavenderbistro.com

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NIGHTLIFE Saturday LIT at Fantasy Springs 3/4 Tyghtship, 9 p.m. 3/11 Eclectik, 9 p.m. 3/25 Tre’sure, 9 p.m. 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio 760-342-5000, fantasyspringsresort.com

Happy Hour

Relax, unwind and chill-out

Pretty Faces Nightclub Live DJ, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. 150 S. Indian Canyon Dr., Palm Springs 760-325-9676, hotelzosopalmsprings.com

Hours sometimes change after press deadline. Please check with venue to confirm happy hour time and day.

Toucans Tiki Lounge & Cabaret Drag show with host Kickxy Vixen, 9 & 11 p.m. 2100 N. Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs 760-416-7584, toucanstikilounge.com

Bubba’s Bones & Brews Daily happy hour, 3 to 6:30 p.m. 68525 Ramon Road, Cathedral City. 760-699-7231, bubbasbonesandbrews.com

Twelve Cocktails Above at Fantasy Springs Live entertainment, 7 and 10 p.m. 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio 760-342-5000, fantasyspringsresort.com

San Miguel Mexican Restaurant Happy hour specials served Monday-Thursday, 3-6 p.m. 35320 Date Palm Dr., Cathedral City. 760-328-9402, taqueriasanmiguel.com

Vicky’s of Santa Fe Rose Mallett’s Company, 5 p.m. John Stanley King Show, 7:30 p.m. 45100 Club Drive, Indian Wells 760-345-9770, vickysofsantafe.com

Trilussa Ristorante Daily happy hour is available at the bar from 4 to 7 p.m. 68718 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City. 760328-2300, trilussarestaurant.com

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Indian Wells

Sunday Agua Caliente Cathedral City Karaoke, 4 to 8 p.m. 68960 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Cathedral City 888-999-1995, aguacalientecasinos.com

Eureka! Daily “hoppy” hour, 2-6 p.m. and 9 p.m.-close. 74985 Highway 111, Indian Wells. 760-834-7700, eurekarestaurantgroup.com

Agua Caliente Palm Springs Latin Nights, 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. 401 E. Amado Road, Palm Springs 888-999-1995, aguacalientecasinos.com

Don Diego’s Serving up daily happy hour from 3 to 6 p.m. Food specials end at 5:30 p.m. 74969 Highway 111, Indian Wells. 760-340-5588, dondiegoiw.com

Jolene’s Desert Crows Band, 6 p.m. 74868 Country Club Dr, Palm Desert 760-610-1837, jolenespalmdesert.com La Quinta Brewing Co. Live Music, 3 to 7 p.m. 74714 Technology Dr., Palm Desert 760-200-2597, laquintabrewing.com Lavender Bistro Scott Carter, 4 p.m. 78073 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta 760-564-5353, lavenderbistro.com

Vue Grille & Bar Happy hour offered from 3 to 5 p.m. Monday-Saturday. 44500 Indian Wells Lane, Indian Wells. 760-8343800, indianwellsgolfresort.com

La Quinta The Grill on Main Daily happy hour, 3 - 6 p.m. 78065 Main Street, La Quinta. 760777-7773, thegrillonmainlq.com

Palm Desert Casa Luna Happy hour Monday-Friday, 3 to 5 p.m. 72355 Highway 111, Palm Desert. 760-340-3468, casalunarestaurant.us La Katrina Urban Cantina All day happy hour everyday featuring drink and food specials. 73155 Highway 111, Palm Desert. 760-610-5444 Piero’s PizzaVino All day happy hour Sunday-Thursday, 3-4:40 p.m. Friday-Saturday. 73722 El Paseo Drive, Palm Desert. 760568-2525, .pizzavinotogo.com Solano’s Bar & Grill Happy hour, Monday-Sunday, 3-5 p.m. 37029 Cook Street, Palm Desert. 760-565-1786, solanosbarandgrill.com

Palm Springs Brickworks Daily happy hour from 2 to 5 p.m. 155 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-778-6000, brickworksbistro.com Boozehounds Happy hour from 3 to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday. 2080 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-656-0067, boozehoundsps.com The Lounge at Hotel Zoso Daily happy hour, 2 to 6 p.m. 150 S. Indian Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-325-9676, hotelzosopalmsprings.com The Reef Hula happy hour, Monday-Thursday, 1-5 p.m. 411 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs. 760-656-3839, thereefpalmsprings.com Shanghai Reds Daily happy hour from 4 to 6 p.m. 235 S. Indian Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-322-9293, fishermans.com Smokin’ Burgers & Lounge Offering two happy hours a day from 3 to 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight. 1775 East Palm Canyon Drive #220, Palm Springs. 760-883-5999, smokingburgers.com

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Melvyn’s Restaurant & Bar Sunday Jams, 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. 200 W. Ramon Rd, Palm Springs 760-325-0046, inglesideinn.com

La Quinta Brewing Company - Old Town Taproom & Grill “Hoppy” hour, 3 to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday. 78100 Main Street, La Quinta. 760-9724251, laquintabrewing.com

Noches De Fuego at Fantasy Springs 3/5 Bohemio, 7:30 p.m. 3/12 Los Kapitanes, 7:30 p.m. 3/19 Selena Tribute, 7:30 p.m. 3/26 Kandela Nueva, 7:30 p.m. 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio 760-342-5000, fantasyspringsresort.com

RD RNNR Libations, Pints & Plates Daily happy hour Sunday-Thursday: 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. 78075 Main Street, La Quinta. 442-400-3255, roadrunnerlq.com

O’Caine’s Irish Pub Happy hour is served Monday through Tuesday and Thursday through Sunday from 3 to 6 p.m. 36101 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. 760-202-3311, ocainesirishpub.com

Stuft Pizza Bar & Grill Daily happy hour, 3 to 6 p.m. 78015 Main St., La Quinta. 760-777-9989, stuftpizzabarandgrill.com

Si Bon Happy hour available in the bar from 3-5 p.m. daily. 40101 Monterey Ave., Rancho Mirage. 760-837-0011, sibon-sogood.com

TQLAS Agave Bar & Grill Tuesday-Sunday happy hour, 3 to 6 p.m. 78015 Main Street, La Quinta. 442-256-4059, tqlas.com

Yard House Happy hour, 3 to 6 p.m. 71800 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage. yardhouse.com

Pretty Faces Nightclub Live DJ, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. 150 S. Indian Canyon Dr., Palm Springs 760-325-9676, hotelzosopalmsprings.com Toucans Tiki Lounge & Cabaret Drag revue with host Tommi Rose, 9 & 11 p.m. 2100 N. Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs 760-416-7584, toucanstikilounge.com

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MARCH 2023

Dringk Eatery + Bar Daily happy hour from 5 to 7 p.m. 71800 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage. 760-888-0111, dringkbar.com

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