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We’ve Got You Covered Miranda Lambert, George Lopez, “Sordid Lives,”and The Dinah highlight this September.

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

Curtain Time Discover where the curtains will rise this month.

Things to Do Upcoming events in the high and low desert.

Nightlife Roundup Festive nighttie outings unfold.

Happy Hour Relax, unwind, chill-out. Discover a new hangout or check in on an old favorite.

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

Cover Photos: Miranda Lambert photo courtesy of Coachella Crossroads. George Lopez courtesy of Fantasy Springs Resort Casino. “Sordid Lives” courtesy of www.IMDB.com. Macy Gray photo courtesy of Concrete Communications.

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s cities in both the high and low deserts start to open more businesses and venues based on the California reopening plan, we are pleased to list a number places

to visit inside this issue. Many have stepped up their Covid compliance and safety protocols to be open, so we still recommend double checking the venue or business websites for

hours and possible COVID restrictions and vaccine requirements. Most importantly, enjoy our desert cities safely and bring your mask.

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Miranda Lambert “Wildcard” Tour sweeps the stage at Coachella Crossroads By Alison Elsner

n immediate glance at petite, blond country music singer and songwriter Miranda Lambert, it’s easy to conclude she’s made of sugar and spice. Once she starts belting out songs, however, the assessment switches over to a tough cookie with steelyresolve - an empowered woman who can take care of herself. Top hits that bear this out include “Gunpowder and Lead,” which became her first top 10 entry on the country music charts in 2008, and the album “Kerosene” (2005), which was certified Platinum in the United States with four of the album’s singles reaching the top 40 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. This powder keg of talent will be performing as part of Coachella Crossroads, and the audience can expect to hear trademark tunes from albums such as “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend,” which was released in 2007, “Revolution,” released in 2009, and “Platinum,” which won the Grammy Award for Best Country Album in 2014 and treated fans to the lead single, “Automatic,” which reached the top five on the country charts. Her sixth studio album, “The Weight of These Wings,” was certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Her seventh studio album, “Wildcard,” was released in 2019 and went on to win the Grammy Award for Best Country Album in early 2021. Three singles from the album reached the top 20 of the country music charts, and the album’s second official single “Bluebird” became Lambert’s first song to top the Billboard Country Airplay Chart as a solo artist since 2012. In 2021, she announced her upcoming collaborative record, “The Marfa Tapes,” with fellow singer-songwriters Jon Randall and Jack Ingram, released on May 7, 2021. It was met with vast critical acclaim, given its departure from Lambert’s usual sound and its acoustic, stripped-back feel. Lambert’s demonstrative style and ability to captivate her audiences are especially wellsuited for the Coachella Crossroads venue, a 50-acre outdoor entertainment complex located adjacent to Spotlight 29 Casino in Coachella and developed by The Twenty-Nine Palms Band of Mission Indians.

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H C S E R Miranda Lambert “Wildcard” Tour Saturday, September 25 7:30 p.m. Coachella Crossroads 46605 Dillon Road Coachella Tickets $229, $179, $175, $159, $109 and $80 @coachellacrossroads

coachellacrossroads.com

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George Lopez delivers pure hilarity with his OMG Hi! Comedy Tour By Alison Elsner George Lopez OMG Hi! Comedy Tour Saturday, September 18 8 p.m. Fantasy Springs 84245 Indio Springs Pkwy Indio Tickets $99, $79 and $59 @fantasysprings @georgelopez

760-342-5000 fantasyspringsresort.com

unnyman George Lopez usually doesn’t shy away from topics that stir people up, including politics, race, culture and immigration, which explains why his stage performances not only leave audiences rapt but also in stitches, doubled over in laughter. He has a knack for turning painful experiences into hilarious commentary. The Grammy-nominated comedian, actor and TV host has teamed with Bill Burr and Al Madrigal’s “All Things Comedy” to release his new podcast, “OMG Hi! With George Lopez,” after which is current tour is named. Lopez’ multifaceted career encom-

passes television, film, standup comedy and late-night television. He scored with his 2020 Netflix comedy special “We’ll Do It For Half,” and he has been featured in four HBO specials: “The Wall” (2017), “It’s Not Me, It’s You” (2012), Grammy-nominated “Tall, Dark and Chicano” (2009) and “America’s Mexican” (2007). His acclaimed comedy concert, “Why You Crying?”, debuted on Showtime in 2004, and he’s a prolific television presence. His live shows share his abundant genius, in this case to the delight of ticket holders who were originally set to catch the April 2021 show before it was rescheduled.

Photo courtesy of Fantasy Springs Resort Casino.

‘Sordid Lives’ celebrates white trash and the bond of unconditional love By Alison Elsner Sordid Lives 7 p.m., 8 p.m., and 2 p.m. Thursday, Friday & Saturday September 24 through October 3 Palm Canyon Theatre 538 N. Palm Canyon Dr. Palm Springs Tickets: $36 adult, $32 senior and $15 student @thepalmcanyontheatre

760-323-5123 palmcanyontheatre.net

his cult favorite, created, written and directed by Del Shores, tells the story of unconditional love, acceptance and “coming out” in a Texas family, as they converge for the matriarch’s funeral. The original stage play premiered in Los Angeles in 1996 and ultimately won 14 Drama-Logue Awards. This is the eighth time the show has hit the stage at the Palm Canyon Theatre. This year, many favorite performers reprise their roles, including Judith Chapman as Latrelle; Se Layne as Dr. Eve; Mike Hadley as Brother Boy; Morgana Corelli as Juanita; Tiffani

LoBue as LaVonda; Francesca Amari as Bitsy Mae; Ralph Strangis as G.W.; Michele Davis as Sissy; Laurie Holmes as Noleta; David Brooks as Wardell; Sean Timothy Brown as Ty; and Nick Edwards as Odell and Rev. Barnes. The eccentric characters’ lives intertwine in storylines that include a mother in denial over her gay son; a barfly/singer at the local watering hole; a cheating heart with wooden legs; and his wife who tries her hand at revenge therapy. Audiences will appreciate the twists, turns and similarities to many of our own family experiences and challenges.

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The Dinah all-girl music festival plans to party in the water and on the dance floor By Alison Elsner The Dinah September 29 through October 3 Palm Springs Convention Center 277 N. Avenida Caballeros Hilton Palm Springs 400 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way AsiaSF Palm Springs 1555 S. Palm Canyon Dr. Tickets $20-$1,000 @thedinahshore

1-888-92-DINAH thedinah.com

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he Dinah, the largest all-girl music festival and pool party in the world presented by ClubSkirts, is back on track for a festive five-day event with Top Ten Billboard headliners, rising pop stars and celebrities. Full COVID-19 vaccination or negative COVID-19 test results are required. Known for its diverse, eclectic, and multi-genre line-ups, this longest running LGBTQ+ women’s party brings a massive line-up of pop, R&B and Hip-Hop music including Grammy-award winner Macy Gray, known for her unmistakable rasp and unshakable grasp on soul. Sharing the

stage will be another Grammy-award winner, Yung Baby Tate, a pop star on a meteoric rise. Additionally, MK xyz, actress, singer, songwriter and dancer, will perform at the Black and White Ball, and making a splash at the Girl Spot Pool Party will be leading non-binary artist and actor Kat Cunning with her traffic-stopping voice and powerful presence. The Dinah will be celebrating its 30th anniversary, and attendees can expect fun, freedom, and cultural harmony under the desert sun, in the water and on the dance floor, paying tribute to the global tapestry of women.

Macy Gray Photo courtesy of Concrete Communications.

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

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Valley cuisine to relish Cathedral City 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 Bubba’s Bone & Brews BBQ: Lunch and dinner. An American BBQ gastropub, where locals go to enjoy food, craft beers, spirits, wine and happy hour in a lively atmosphere. 68525 Ramon Road, Cathedral City. 760-699-7231, bubbasbonesandbrews.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 Indian Oven Indian: Lunch and dinner. The restaurant features the finest meats and freshest vegetables cooked with the best spices to bring out the true flavors of authentic Indian cooking. The menu offers a wide selection of dishes using both traditional and modern recipes. 35875 Date Palm Dr., Cathedral City. 760770-3918, indiaovenps.com Nicolino’s Italian Restaurant Italian: Lunch and dinner. Traditional Italian restaurant with a full menu like pizza, grilled chicken, bruschetta, specialty dishes and hamburgers. 35325 Date Palm Drive, Cathedral City. 760-324-0411, nicolinos.com Pollo Doky’s Peruvian: Lunch and dinner. Serving delicious and freshly made Peruvian cuisine and their popular rotisserie chicken. Other menu items include filet mignon, chicken and vegetarian dishes. 68718 Ramon Road, Cathedral City. 760-832-6878, pollodokys.com Pizzeria Bambinos Italian: Lunch and dinner. The menu features hot wings, fried raviolis, salads, pasta, sandwiches, calzones to classic pies and more. 69040 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Cathedral City. 760-770-0505, pizzeriabambinos.com

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Tony’s Burgers American: Breakfast, lunch and dinner. The menu features American food with a combination of Mexican-American flavors, like nacho fries, huevos rancheros, exotic burgers and more. 35903 Date Palm Dr., Cathedral City. 760-832-7794, tonysburgers.com

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DINING Coachella

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Indian Wells

Andy’s No. 5 Burgers Diner: Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Known for their wide selection of burgers the restaurant also features sandwiches, salads, Mexican food including burritos, tacos, quesadillas, toastadas, taquitos, hot dogs, chilli fries and more. 49950 Highway 111, Coachella. 760-398-2933

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

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. 760341-7200, miramonteresort.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 tasty tacos, burritos, enchiladas and more. 1605 6th Street, Coachella. 760-398-7113, quierojalisco.com

The Cottage Too American: Breakfast and lunch. Serving a variety of omelettes, pancakes and their famous biscuits and gravy. Lunch items include sandwhiches, chili and burgers. 66230 Pierson Blvd., Desert Hot Springs. 760-329-4044, thecottagetoo.com

Mariscos El Capitan Mexican: Lunch and dinner. Fresh dishes prepared with traditional Mexican and seafood recipes. 52565 Harrison Street, Coachella. 760-600-7575, mariscoselcapitan.com

South of the Border Mexican: Lunch and dinner. Offering traditional Mexican fare such as tacos and burritos, to tender and flavorful carnitas and camarones al mojo de ajo. 11719 Palm Drive, Desert Hot Springs. 760-251-4000

Taco Mark Mexican: Breakfast, lunch and dinner. The restaurant features traditional Mexican and diner food. Menu items include hot dogs, camarones a la diablo, chicken wings, street tacos, burritos, tortas, taquitos and combination plates. 49615 Harrison Street, Coachella. 760-391-5200

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Sushi Bella Japanese: Lunch and dinner. Offering traditional Japanese appetizers, sushi rolls, bento specials, noodle dishes, sashimi and more. 13440 Palm Drive, Desert Hot Springs. 760-219-1533.

Don Diego’s of Indian Wells Mexican: Lunch and dinner. Serving authentic Mexican cuisine featuring Tia Maria chile relleno, green corn tamales, or sizzling fajitas. 74969 HIghway 111, Indian Wells. 760-340-5588, dondiegoiw.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 Vue Grille & Bar at Indian Wells Golf Resort American: Lunch and dinner. 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

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DINING 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 El Mexicali Cafe II Mexican: Breakfast, lunch and dinner. The menu offers a variey of traditional dishes featuring chile verde, tacos, enchiladas, sopes, carne asada, flautas, and more. 43430 Monroe Street, Indio. 760-342-2333, elmexicalicafe2.com Heirloom Craft Kitchen American: Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Featuring delicious scratch made soups, salads, small plates, sandwiches featuring local and organic produce. 49990 Jefferson Blvd., Indio. 760-773-2233, heirloomcraftkitchen.com Sloan’s American: Breakfast, lunch and dinner. The food is done country style with many items to choose from like chorizo meatloaf breakfast, chicken fried steak, chicken and waffle, all american cheeseburger, baby back ribs, roasted turkey with stuffing. 81539 Highway 111, Indio. 760-347-3923, sloansrestaurant.com

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uniQue bite eatery American: Lunch and dinner. The menu is a mixture of gourmet plates, sandwiches, seafood and vegetarian dishes like house smoked pork, pot roast, spaghetti ground beef, stuffed chicken, spicy sausage sandwich. 82900 Avenue 42, Indio. 760-3429286, uniquebiteeatery.com

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. 760-3665414, 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, flame grilled 16 oz. bone in ribeye and more. 61835 Twentynine Palms Highway, Joshua Tree. 760-366-2250, joshuatreesaloon.com The Natural Sisters Café American: Breakfast and lunch. The menu features food made with kindness, focus and love such as sausage and egg sliders, veggie and hummus wrap, warm curried rice wrap, avocado black bean burger, juices and

smoothies. 61695 Twentynine Palms Highway, Joshua Tree. 760-366-3600, naturalsisterscafe.com Royal Siam Cuisine Thai Restaurant Thai: Lunch and dinner. Indulge yourself in one of the 15 lunch specials, the menu also features soup, salad, curry, noodles, seafood, rice dishes and entrees. 61599 Twentynine Palms Highway, Joshua Tree. 760-366-2923

La Quinta The Grill on Main American: Lunch, dinner and happy hour 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 great wine list. 78065 Main Street, Old Town La Quinta, 760-777-7773, thegrillonmainlq.com La Quinta Brewing Company Old Town Taproom & Grill Pub: Lunch, dinner and “hoppy” hour. Expanded new Old Town location now offers pub food favorites including burgers, sandwiches, nachos, salads, soft pretzels and more. Their award-winning selection of taps has even more variety and patio dining with great mountain views. 78100 Main Street, Old Town La Quinta, 760-972-4251, laquintabrewing.com

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DINING La Quinta Okura Robata Grill and Sushi Bar Japanese: Dinner Offering Japanese and California fusion cuisine like shrimp stuffed jalapeños, robata grilled spare ribs, shrimp skewer, tiger roll, the classic rainbow roll, sashimi and lots more. 78480 Highway 111, La Quinta. 760-564-5820, okurasushi.com RD RNNR Libations, Pints & Plates Craft American: Lunch, dinner and happy hour. RD RNNR (it’s pronounced Roadrunner!) offers Craft American fare made with fresh ingredients, great value, creative cocktails and a wellbalanced 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: Lunch, dinner and happy hour. Popular hotspot with uber-loyal, local following. Award-winning fresh pizza and menu featuring 100 items including prime steaks, seafood and great salads. Super-generous portions and friendly, energetic atmosphere. Great bar, wine-list. 78015 Main Street, Old Town La Quinta, 760777-9989, stuftpizzabarandgrill.com TQLAS Agave Bar & Grill Mexican: Lunch, dinner and happy hour Traditional, home-style Mexican food & creative cocktails, great atmosphere. Open daily noon to 9 p.m. ; Saturday & Sunday: 11am to 9pm after Labor Day. 78015 Main Street, Old Town La Quinta, tqlas.com 442-256-4059

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. 760-774-8387, athena-gyro.com 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 Fisherman’s Market & Grill Seafood: Lunch and dinner. Dedicated to serving the absolute freshest fish, with the most unique recipes; they maintain the highest standards that simply can’t be beat. 44250 Town Center Way, Palm Desert, 760-776-6533, fishermans.com Flor de Jalisco Mexican: Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy authentic, fresh and delicious Mexican cuisine made from recipes that have been passed down through generations like toastada de ceviche, chile relleno, minerva burrito, torta de pollo and more. 42215 Washinton Street, Palm Desert. 760-636-0380, flordejalisco.com Gastro Grind Burger American: Lunch and dinner. Serving fresh homemade burgers like the classic backyard burger and oinker burger, along with fries and milkshakes. 73850 Highway 111, Palm Desert. 760-404-0300, gastrogrindburgers.com Kitchen 86 + Bar American Fusion: Lunch and dinner. Offering small plates giving guests the ability to enjoy a variety of flavors without the need to overindulge. 73130 El Paseo, Palm Desert. 760-890-1586, kitchen-86.com

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DINING Palm Desert Paradise Cove Cafe American: Breakfast and lunch. Enjoy pancakes, oversized omelettes, burgers and more at this familyowned cafe with patio seating. 44150 Town Center Way, Palm Desert. 760-779-1617, paradisecove.cafe Shogun Restaurant Teppanyaki: Dinner Master chefs dazzle you with Samurai-like swordsmanship as they skillfully slice, dice, juggle and entertain you while preparing steaks, chicken, seafood, and veggies right in front of you on a sizzling Teppanyaki grill. Craving sushi? The chefs prepared fresh fish and seafood will satisfy your craving. 74225 Highway 111, Palm Desert. 760-346-1223, restaurantshogun.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 North Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-320-1501, 1501uptown.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 Bar Cecil American/European: Dinner The bistro menu nods to the great American and European bistro experience. Entrees include roasted Gonestraw Farm chicken, pan seared halibut, smoked bone-in pork chop. 1555 S. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs. 442-332-3800, barcecil.com Al dente Trattoria Toscana Italian: Lunch and 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. 760-325-1160, aldentepalmsprings.com Eight4Nine Restaurant and Lounge American: Breakfast, lunch and dinner. The menu focuses on both presentation and flavor, incorporating diverse culinary influences while utilizing the freshest produce, seafood and meats. 849 N. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs. 760-325-8490, eight4nine.com El Patio Mexican: Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Family run restaurant serving authentic Mexican dishes like chile verde, shrimp ceviche, pozole, enchiladas, mole, carnitas, tacos and so much more. 139 E. Andreas Rd., Palm Springs. 760-832-6332, elpatiopalmsprings.com Happy Sushi Japanese: Lunch and 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 South Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-318-0717, happysushipalmsprings.com King’s Highway American: Breakfast, lunch and dinner. The menu features steak and eggs, pannequet, tacos, burgers, sandwiches and salads. 701 East Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-969-5777, kingshighwaydiner.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. 555 South Sunrise Way, Palm Springs. 760323-9487, natureshealthfoodcafe.com

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DINING Palm Springs Riccio’s Steak and Seafood Italian /American: Dinner. It’s an ideal spot to sip a Bellini and savor the house lobster martini, a chilled appetizer made of Maine lobster and mango chunks, drizzled with mango rum, served up in a martini glass and then ponder the medley of choices on Riccio’s Mediterranean-focused menu. 495 N. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs. 760-325-3111, ricciossteakandseafood.com Rick’s Desert Grill Cuban & American: Breakfast, lunch & dinner. Offering a huge selection of items for all appetites. Ample beer and wine. Great food with a Cuban influence. 1596 North Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-325-2127, ricksdesertgrill.com

Rancho Mirage Babe’s Bar-B-Que and Brewhouse American: Lunch and dinner. Babe’s menu highlights include mouth-watering steaks, hickory bbq, sandwiches and a full bar. The River, 71800 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage. 760-346-8738, babesbbqandbrewhouse.com Joyce’s Sushi Japanese: Lunch and dinner. Freshly prepared specialty rolls, soups and udon noodles. 36101 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. 760-202-8186, joycessushiranchomirage.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

Twentynine Palms Kitchen in the Desert Café Caribbean & American: Lunch and dinner The menu pulls from Trinidadian family recipes, making all of the dishes and sauces with whole, raw ingredients to standards that respect authentic island food. 6427 Mesquite Avenue, Twentynine Palms. 760865-0245, kitcheninthedesert.com Mexican Street Tacos Mexican: Lunch and dinner. The authentic Mexican menu offers nachos, quesadillas, burritos and street tacos. 73768 Gorgonio Drive, Twentynine Palms. 760-865-0808, mexican-street-tacos.business.site

Yucca Valley 2 Guys Pies Brick Oven Pizza Italian: Lunch and dinner. Offering creative pizzas with daily made dough, hearty sandwiches, salads, pasta, dessert, beer and wine. 56969 Yucca Trail, Yucca Valley. 760-418-5075, 2guyspies.com All Star Burgers Café American: Breakfast, lunch and dinner Offering omelettes, breakfast burritos, sandwiches, Mexican favorites and the freshest burgers in town. 55692 Twentynine Palms Highway, Yucca Valley. 760-418-5671, allstarburgerscafe.com The Roost at Hawk’s Landing American: Breakfast, lunch and dinner. The menu features French toast, breakfast burritos, burgers, paninis, salads, fresh Atlantic salmon, all available to-go or dine on the patio over-looking the golf course. 55100 Martinez Trail, Yucca Valley. 760365-0033, hawkslandinggolf.com

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Explore and Enjoy

the Coachella Valley

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Discover where the curtains will rise this month Curtain time sometimes changes after press deadline. Please check with venue to confirm the performance time, date COVID-19 policies. By Gary Walker

ward-winning Judith Chapman and local favorite Michael Pacas co-star in Palm Canyon Theatre’s season-opening “The Guys” by Ann Nelson, Sept. 11-12 only. It’s a touching and intriguing collection of individuals’ trying to come to grips with the tragedy that was the terrorists’ destruction of the World Trade Center, Sept.11, 2001. Check out her video on YouTube. It has some readings of the play. Award-winning Judith Chapman has a healthy resume of film, theatre and television, but she is probably best remembered for her roles in some of the top soap operas: “As the World Turns” (Natalie Bannon Hughes), “Ryan’s Hope” (Charlotte Greer), “General Hospital” (Ginny Blake Webber), “One Life to Live” Sandra Montaigne), “Days of Our Lives” (Anjelica Deveraux Curtis) and “The Young and the Restless” (Gloria Abbott Bardwell). Michael Pacas co-starred with Judith Chapman in PCT’s productions of “Blithe Spirit,” also“Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” He has starred in other local theaters’ productions of “The Great American Trailer Park Musical” (Desert Rose Playhouse); “The Woman in Black,” “The Sound of Music,” “The 39 Steps” and “Hairspray” (Desert Theatreworks) and “On the Twenty-First Century” (Desert Theatre Ensemble). Curtain Time “The Guys” by Ann Nelson, Palm Canyon Theatre, 538 N Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs. 8 p.m. Saturday, September 11; 2 p.m. Sun. Sept. 12. Tickets $29.50, student tickets $15 with a valid ID and purchased at the box office. Additional info: 760-323-5123 or pct.org.

Dezart Performs’ 14th Season

Dezart Performs’ Founding Artistic Director Michael Shaw is delighted to finally announce their 14th season, kicking it off Michael Shaw with their first musical, the critically acclaimed “Girlfriend,” running October 27-30 at the Rancho Mirage Amphitheater. “We’re thrilled that Eddie Vona, star of last season’s ‘Hand to God’ will be joined by Broadway actor Patrick Ortiz for our season opener and post-COVID reopening,” said

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Judith Chapman

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Shaw.“This special under-the-stars event will be a memorable, fun and emotional welcome back for all of us.” The “Girlfriend” Dinner & Show option includes a catered dinner by Acqua California Bistro for 4-6 guests per table with three courses, a glass of wine and an up-close experience of the smash-hit rock musical. Tax and gratuity are included in the $115 per person price. Reserved table purchase required. General admission tickets are $45 for show only. Following “Girlfriend,” the company returns to its traditional home at the Pearl McManus Theater at the historic Palm Springs Woman’s Club, 314 S. Cahuilla Road, Palm Springs, with Katori Hall’s “The Mountaintop” (January 14-23), a bold reimagining of Dr, Martin Luther King Jr.’s final night. The rest of the season:

ed a new production, “Springtime for Hitler,” which is so badly written, acted, produced and directed that it will be a massive flop (on purpose), causing Max to keep the 150% oversold investments from“angels”/investors (it’s a tax thing). Oops. Surprise! It’s a hit! Here’s the 2021-2022 season:

Heidi Schreck’s “Grand Concourse” (March 4-13)

“Neil Simons’ I Ought to Be in Pictures,” February 11-March13

“Every Brilliant Thing” (April 1-10) by Duncan Macmillan and Jonny Donahoe

“Little Shop of Horrors,” book & lyrics by Howard Ashman, music by Alan Menken, March 18-April 10.

Season packages ($102-$135) are on sale online (dezartperforms.org) or by calling 760-3220179. Individual tickets go on sale September 14.

“Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner,” by Todd Kreidler, based on the screenplay, April 22-May 8

Desert TheatreWorks New Season

Kidworks’ Performance Workshop, a musical performed by youth ages 8-18, May 14-15

Desert TheatreWorks opens its new season with a splash – Mel Brooks’ “The Producers,” October 8-31, at the Indio Performing Arts Center (IPAC), Indio. The iconic Broadway hit tells the tale of scamming producer Max Bialystock and nebbish accountant Leo Bloom, who have creat-

“The Producers” by Mel Brooks. October 8-31. “Murder at the Howard Johnson’s,” by Ron Clark and Sam Bobrick, November 5-21 “Winter Wonderettes,” by Roger Bean, featuring classic holiday pop hits from the ‘50s and ‘60s, December 3-23 “Always, Patsy Cline,” by Ted Swindley, January 7-February 6

Artworks Contemporary Play Festival, play readings and one-act plays, May 21-22. Desert TheatreWorks, IPAC, 45175 Fargo St., Indio. Tickets and info: dtworks.org. or 760-647-3727.

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CURTAIN TIME Theatre 29’s Opening Musical

The High Desert’s Theatre 29 has announced the cast for its first musical production of the 2021-2022 season, “A Gentleman Guide to Love and Murder,” Oct. 1-24 in Twentynine Palms. With book and lyrics Robert L.Freedman and music and lyrics by Steven Lutvak, it’s the story of Monty Navarro, black sheep of the D’Ysquith family, finding out he is ninth in line to inherit a dukedom, decides to eliminate the other eight standing in his way. The “delightfully deadly production” stars veteran comedic actor Graham Cooley, with Sabrina Olson, Lisa Goldberg, award-winners Charles Harvey and Kathryn Ferguson, who also designs the costumes. Also in the cast playing multiple roles (60) are Scott Clinkscales, Joseph Rigo, Ian Ferris, Cindy Daigneault, Anna Alkire and AnnaPollnow. Gary Daigneault directs, Scott Clinkscales is musical director and Lisa Goldberg handles the choreography. Curtain Time “A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder,” Theatre 29, Twentyine Palms. October 1-24. For tickets and info: theatre29.org or 760-361-4151.

Desert Ensemble Theatre Moves

Artistic Director and popular actor/singer Jerome Elliott will be moving his Desert Ensemble Theatre to the Palm Springs Cultural Center from the Palm Springs Woman’s Club, beginning with the 11th season opener, a benefit concert for its theater internship and scholarship program, October 22-24. The program will include performances by vocalists Keisha D, Charles Herrera and Darci Darci Daniels Daniels. At the end of each season, the company grants scholarships to graduating high school seniors who have completed internships and are pursuing higher education in theatre arts. Desert Ensemble Theatre was founded in 2011 by prolific playwright/director/producer Tony Padilla. The new season features director Judith Chapman and will include the following stage productions: “The Beebo Brinker Chronicles,” December 10-12 & December 17-19 “Artificial Mortality,” January 21-23 and January 28-30 “Salty,” February 18-20 and 25-27 “All This Intimacy,” March 25-27 and April 1-3 Desert Theatre Ensemble tickets and info: dtworks.org or call 760-647-3727.

“Little Mermaid” Auditions

Desert Theatricals will hold auditions (ages 7-17) for its production of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid Jr.” Sept. 7-9, at the Rancho Mirage Library. The production will be staged at the Rancho Mirage Amphitheater November 20-21. This will be a complete production with fully orchestrated Broadway music, professional scenery and props, amazing costumes and instruction from award-winning theatre professionals. For all information and audition specifics, go to their website at desert-theatricals.com.

Welcome Back, Steve Fisher

One of the most prolific performers in the Coachella Valley is award-winning Steve Fisher, who has been named the new Artistic Director for Script2Stage2Screen, following the stellar leadership of Gina Bikales. Steve has won awards as an actor, director, producer and writer for several decades. He is Steve Fisher one of the first theatre professionals I met when we arrived in 1986. His skills, intelligence and personality will be put to good use when the company ends its COVID-related absence in a couple of months. More later.

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THINGS TO DO THIS MONTH

Calendar

Spotlight on 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 and covid policies.

Weekly The All Summer Long Sing-Along Join host Rosemary Galore, Palm Springs Gay Men’s Chorus, and other songbirds as you spontaneously sing-along to the film “Fiddler on the Roof” (9/4), and “Mamma Mia!” (9/11). Dress for the songsational occasion. 6 p.m. social hour, 7 p.m. sing-a-long. Palm Springs Cultural Center, 2300 East Baristo Road, Palm Springs. 760-325-6565, psculturalcenter.org Bazaart Nights The summer-long indoor fair takes place every Friday features arts, crafts, food, jewelry, clothing, and more sold by local artists. The market also includes an eclectic silent film series, reasonably-priced spirits, a misted relaxation station, outdoor food vendors, classic and exotic cars. 6 to 10 p.m. YVArts Center, 58325 Highway 62, Yucca Valley. 760-366-3777, yvarts.org Caliente Comedy Each show is 90 minutes and features a roster of comedians that include Jerry Garcia (9/3), Jamie Kennedy (9/10), Justin Martindale (9/17), and Ocean Glapion (9/24). 8 p.m. Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs, 401 East Amado Road, Palm Springs. 888-999-1995, sparesortcasino.com Indoor Farmers’ Market A gathering place where local farmers and vendors can offer fresh agricultural and related products. Every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Palm Springs Pavilion, 401 South Pavilion Way, Palm Springs. 844-732-7628, certifiedfarmersmarkets.org

Wynonna Judd with the Big Noise to perform at Pappy & Harriet’s on September 9

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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 Josh Nelson & Kevin van den Elzen Quintet (9/2), Tony Guerrero Quintet (9/9), Stardust Revue (9/16), Die Sauerkrauts: Oktoberfest Party Band (9/23), and Munir Hossn (9/30). 6 p.m. Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs, 401 East Amado Road, Palm Springs. 888-999-1995, sparesortcasino.com The Judy Show! An evening of hysterical comedy and outstanding music explodes into a night of belly laughs, glamor, and high camp, as celebrated entertainer Michael Holmes parodies Judy Garland. The show features special guests. 5 to 8:30 p.m. Purple Room, 1900 East Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-322-4422, purpleroompalmsprings.com Joshua Tree Farmers Market Support local farmers and sustainable farming practices. Get to know the farmers who grow your vineripened produce direct from the farm to you. Enjoy shopping local arts and crafts. Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Downtown Joshua Tree. Open Air Market This night market is open every Wednesday and Saturday evening with vendors offering fresh from the field produce and something for the entire family. Regional cuisine and various snack foods are offered. 4 to 10 p.m. 46350 Arabia Avenue, Indio. maclinmarkets.com/indio.html 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 Drive, Palm Springs. 760-3224800, psmuseum.org Palm Springs Flea Market and Food Fest The market features a farmers market, vendors selling antique jewelry, vintage clothing and modern art, food trucks, and live performances. Open Saturday, 5 to 10 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 675 Crossley Road, Palm Springs. palmspringsfleamarketandfoodfest.com

Palm Springs VillageFest The Thursday night street fair shuts down Palm Canyon Drive between Amado Road and Tahquitz Canyon. Stroll through the vendors selling art, crafts, food, and stop to enjoy live entertainment. Downtown Palm Springs on Palm Canyon Drive. villagefest.org Rancho Mirage Certified Farmers Market Shop for fresh produce, food, and products every Friday. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Atrium, 69930 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage. 951-551-6233, facebook.com/ranchomiragecertifiedfarmersmarket 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

September 3 Caifanes The rock en español band hails from Mexico City. Their style can be described as a hybrid of British new wave, progressive rock, and Latin percussion underscored by deep, somber, and Latin American-MexicanSpanish-influenced lyrics. 8 p.m. The Show at Agua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage, 32250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. 888-999-1995, hotwatercasino.com Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real One of the most talented, in-demand rock ensembles bring their powerful, joyous show to the hi-desert, featuring songs from their criticallyacclaimed new album, “A Few Stars Apart.” 8 p.m. Pappy & Harriet’s Pioneertown Place, 53688 Pioneertown Road, Pioneertown. 760-228-2222, pappyandharriets.com.

September 3-4 Sam Harris: The Return Singer, songwriter, and actor on Broadway, film, and television has nine studio albums to his credit and was on the Rolling Stone magazine Top 100 vocalist of all time. 6 to 9:30 p.m. Purple Room, 1900 East Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-322-4422, purpleroompalmsprings.com

Photo courtesey of Wynonna & The Big Noise

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THINGS TO DO THIS MONTH Snoop Dogg v.s. DJ Snoopadelic at El Grito on September 17.

September 11 Joshua Tree Night Market Come hang out under the stars and shop exclusively individually made items, from art to food to performances, with a few movies, throw in for a warm summer night. 5 to 10 p.m. 61877 Twentynine Palms Highway, Joshua Tree. joshuatreenightmarket.com. Jump! This musical revue pays tribute to the legendary stars who called Palm Springs home or performed in Palm Springs—from Bob Hope, Frank Sinatra, and Bing Crosby to Lucille Ball, Keely Smith, Elvis Presley and more. 6 to 9:30 p.m. Purple Room, 1900 East Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-322-4422, purpleroompalmsprings.com

Photo courtesey of Coachella Crossroads.

September 3-5

September 8

Night Sky Festival This three-day event celebrates Joshua Tree National Park’s night sky. The festival includes daytime and evening activities, plus special photography workshops, arrow and leather pouch workshops, and more. Joshua Tree National Park. nightskyfestival.org.

Islands Acclaimed modernist pop band makes a tour stop in the hi-desert with Menno Versteeg. 8 p.m. Pappy & Harriet’s Pioneertown Place, 53688 Pioneertown Road, Pioneertown. 760-228-2222, pappyandharriets.com.

September 4 Felipe Esparza The seasoned wild-haired comedy veteran won NBC’s “Last Comic Standing” in 2010. You may have seen him on television shows including “The Eric Andre Show,” “World’s Dumbest…,” and “Super Store.” Spotlight 29 Casino, 46200 Harrison Place, Coachella. 760-775-5566, spotlight29.com. Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo The duo that forged the undeniable chemistry and unique sound that created some of rocks most memorable hits including “We Belong,” “Invincible,” “Love is a Battlefield,” and “Heartbreaker.” 8 p.m. The Show at Agua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage, 32250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. 888-999-1995, hotwatercasino.com Tyler Rich The country star known for his chart-topper gold-certified single “The Difference” and “Leave Her Wild,” and “Feels Like Home” makes a tour stop in the Coachella Valley. 8 p.m. Agua Caliente Casino Cathedral City, 68960 East Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City. 888-999-1995, aguacalientecasinos.com/cc

September 9 Wynonna Judd and the Big Noise Respected by millions of fans who are drawn to Wynonna’s music and talent, her rich commanding voice has sold over 30-million albums. 8 p.m. Pappy & Harriet’s Pioneertown Place, 53688 Pioneertown Road, Pioneertown. 760-228-2222, pappyandharriets.com.

September 10 Elvis: The Early Years with Scot Bruce The performance features songs made famous by the king of rock n’ roll, including “Hound Dog,” “Burning Love,” “Love Me Tender,” and “Suspicious Minds.” 6 to 9:30 p.m. Purple Room, 1900 East Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760322-4422, purpleroompalmsprings.com.

September 10-11 Paul Cauthen This 21st century Texas outlaw who has a soulful, spiritual spin on hardcore country music makes a hi-desert tour stop with Kirby Brown. 8 p.m. Pappy & Harriet’s Pioneertown Place, 53688 Pioneertown Road, Pioneertown. 760-228-2222, pappyandharriets.com.

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Circle Jerks West Coast hardcore punk legends are celebrating the 40th anniversary of their debut album, “Group Sex” with Negative Approach. 8 p.m. Pappy & Harriet’s Pioneertown Place, 53688 Pioneertown Road, Pioneertown. 760-228-2222, pappyandharriets.com.

Chicago They have thrilled audiences with their signature blend of rock, jazz, classical, R&B, and pop for more than half a century. 8 p.m. Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio. 800-827-2946, fantasyspringsresort.com.

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Lucha Libre Mexicana Featuring wrestling superstars Solar, Pirata Morgan, Psychosis, Extreme Tiger, Rey León, Viva Van, “El Snowflake” from Nacho Libre, Baronessa, and more. 7 p.m. Agua Caliente Casino Cathedral City, 68960 East Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City. 888-999-1995, aguacalientecasinos.com/cc Tower of Power & Average White Band A night filled with electrifying sounds guaranteed to funkifize, energize, and take you back. 8 p.m. The Show at Agua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage, 32250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. 888-999-1995, hotwatercasino.com

September 16 Brian Wilson American musician, singer, composer, and record producer who co-founded the Beach Boys. He is widely acknowledged as one of the most innovative and significant songwriters of the 20th century. Morongo Casino Resort Spa, 49500 Seminole Drive, Cabazon. 800-252-4499, morongocasinoresort.com

September 17 La Septima Banada A large 17-piece group that plays a variety of regional Mexican music, from bandas and cumbias to rancheras and their specialty, narcocorridos. Morongo Casino Resort Spa, 49500 Seminole Drive, Cabazon. 800-252-4499, morongocasinoresort.com. Little Big Town The Grammy, ACM, CMA, and AMA award-winning group emerged on the country music scene more than 20 years ago with the hits “Boondocks,” “Bring It On Home,” “Good As Gone,” and “Little White Church.” 8 p.m. Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio. 800-8272946, fantasyspringsresort.com

September 17-18 El Grito Music Festival Celebrates Mexican Independence Day Featuring an array of popular performers, including Snoop Dogg, Ramon Ayala, Gerardo Ortiz, Los Rieleros Del Norte, and other significant musical artists. Coachella Crossroads, 46605 Dillon Road, Coachella. coachellacrossroads.com

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THINGS TO DO THIS MONTH September 17-18 Liberace & Miss Peggy Lee: Coming out of Covid They have had their shots and are venturing out into public and perform live after nearly a year of isolation and questionable food choices. 6 to 9:30 p.m. Purple Room, 1900 East Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-3224422, purpleroompalmsprings.com

September 18 Car Show The High Desert Pregnancy Clinic will be hosting a car show, featuring hot rods, custom, muscle, trucks, rat rods, classic, and antiques. The day promises to be great fun with a live DJ, vendors, and food. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Hi-Desert Publishing, 56445 Twentynine Palms, Yucca Valley. 760-369-8512. Styx The legendary rock band, best known for the hit songs “Lady,” “Come Sail Away,” “Too Much Time on My Hands” and “Renegade,” will rock the night away. The Show at Agua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage, 32250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. 888-999-1995, hotwatercasino.com

September 19 Gary Numan Celebrated for cult classics like “Down in the Park” as he is for his mainstream ‘80s superhit “Cars.” 8 p.m. Pappy & Harriet’s Pioneertown Place, 53688 Pioneertown Road, Pioneertown. 760-228-2222, pappyandharriets.com.

September 24-26 Thunder & Lightning Pow Wow The Morongo Band of Mission Indians invites everyone to the 30th annual Pow Wow, a celebration of Native American culture and heritage. Join them for food, music, dancing, and loads of fun! Morongo Casino Resort & Spa, 49500 Seminole Drive, Cabazon. 951-849-3080, morongopowwow.com

September 24-25 Jane Monheit A vocalist with remarkable virtuosity and innate interpretative skills, she puts her unique touch on beloved jazz standards, classic songs, and contemporary pop. 6 to 9:30 p.m. Purple Room, 1900 East Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-322-4422, purpleroompalmsprings.com

September 25 Michael Carbonaro Best know as the star of the hit series “The Carbonaro Effect” on truTV, brings fresh new magic to his latest tour. 8 p.m. The Show at Agua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage, 32250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. 888-9991995, hotwatercasino.com

Michael Carbonaro

Pony Bradshaw A singer/songwriter with a soulful voice who spins thoughtful, atmospheric tales that live somewhere between country, rock, and blues. 10:30 p.m. Pappy & Harriet’s Pioneertown Place, 53688 Pioneertown Road, Pioneertown. 760-228-2222, pappyandharriets.com.

September 29 Algiers This transcontinental trio formed in Georgia, playing an urgent hybrid of gospel, blues, and noisy post-punk. 8 p.m. Pappy & Harriet’s Pioneertown Place, 53688 Pioneertown Road, Pioneertown. 760-228-2222, pappyandharriets.com. For up-to-date events follow us on Facebook or Instagram. To submit an event, email news@desertentertainer.com.

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NIGHTLIFE

Nightlife Roundup Entertainment sometimes changes after press deadline. Please check with venue to confirm the evening’s entertainment and time.

Monday Arnold Palmers Restaurant Mark Linford, 5 to 9 p.m. 79164 Avenue 52, La Quinta 760-771-4653 arnoldpalmersrestaurant.com Oscar’s Latin Drag Show, 9 p.m. 125 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs 760-325-1188, oscarspalmsprings.com The Roost Lounge Karaoke, 6:30 to 9 p.m. 68718 East Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City 760-507-8495, theroostcc.com Toucans Tiki Lounge & Cabaret Latin Drag Review with Jesus Coria, 10 p.m. 2100 North Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 760-416-7584, toucanstikilounge.com

Tuesday Agave Caliente Tequila Bar Salsa Performers, 6 p.m. Agua Caliente Casino 68960 East Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City 888-999-1995 aguacalientecasinos.com Arnold Palmers Restaurant Mark Linford, 5 to 9 p.m. 79164 Avenue 52, La Quinta 760-771-4653 arnoldpalmersrestaurant.com Brad’s Pad at Fantasy Springs Brad Mercer and his 8-Piece Band, 7 p.m. 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio 760-342-5000 fantasyspringsresort.com Neil’s Lounge Cornhole Tournament, sign-ups 5:30 p.m. 80956 Highway 111, Indio 760-463-0387, facebook.com/DesertCornhole Purple Room Rose Mallett, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. 1900 East Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 760-322-4422, purpleroompalmsprings.com

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Tuesday The Roost Lounge Karaoke, 6:30 to 9 p.m. 68718 East Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City 760-507-8495, theroostcc.com

Wednesday Arnold Palmers Restaurant Mark Linford, 5 to 9 p.m. 79164 Avenue 52, La Quinta 760-771-4653 arnoldpalmersrestaurant.com Noches De Fuego at Fantasy Springs 9/1 Latin Soul Band, 7:30 p.m. 9/8 Fresh, 7:30 p.m. 9/15 Nacho Bustillos, 7:30 p.m. 9/22 Son Doux, 7:30 p.m. 9/29 Chalito, 7:30 p.m. 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio 760-342-5000 fantasyspringsresort.com Purple Room Michael Holmes & Darci Daniels, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. 1900 East Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 760-322-4422 purpleroompalmsprings.com

Thursday AMP Sports Lounge Drag Bingo, 6 p.m. 68718 East Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City 760-699-87090, ampcatcity.com Arnold Palmers Restaurant Mark Linford, 5 to 9 p.m. 79164 Avenue 52, La Quinta 760-771-4653 arnoldpalmersrestaurant.com Country Night at Fantasy Springs 9/2 Neil Morrow, 7 p.m. 9/9 Carrie Underwood tribute, 7 p.m. 9/16 The Doo-Wah Riders, 7 p.m. 9/23 Sara Winchester, 7 p.m. 9/30 Whiskey Tango, 7 p.m. 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio 760-342-5000 fantasyspringsresort.com Dringk Eatery + Bar Live DJ, 9 p.m. 71800 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage 760-888-0111, dringkbar.com Libation Room DJ Set, 9 p.m. 73750 El Paseo, Palm Desert 877-869-8891, libationroom.com

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Happy Hour

Relax, unwind, chill-out. Discover a new hangout or check in on an old favorite Cathedral City Bubba’s Bones & Brews Serving up daily happy hour from 3 to 6:30 p.m. 68525 Ramon Road, Cathedral City. 760-699-7231, bubbasbonesandbrews.com JAX Bar + Dining Come and enjoy the happy hour menu and beverage selections daily from 3 to 6 p.m. Cathedral Canyon Golf Course: 68111 Paseo Real, Cathedral City. 760-328-6572, jcgolf. com/jax-bar-and-dining/ The Roost Lounge Serving up daily happy hour from 3 to 5 p.m. 68718 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Cathedral City. 760-507-8495, theroostcc.com

Indian Wells 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. 760340-5588, dondiegoiw.com Vue Grille & Bar Happy hour offered from 3 to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. 44500 Indian Wells Lane, Indian Wells. 760-8343800, indianwellsgolfresort.com

Indio Tack Room Tavern Daily happy hour features discounted appetizers, $1 off all draft beers and wines by the glass. $6 well cocktails from 3 to 6 p.m. 81800 51st Avenue, Indio. 760-347-9985, tackroomtavern.com Tu Madres Cantina & Grill Happy hour is served daily, 4 to 5:30 p.m. 49990 Jefferson, Indio. 760-837-7787, tumadrescantina.com

La Quinta The Grill on Main Daily happy hour specials, 3 to 6 p.m. $4 taco Tuesday, 3 to 6 p.m. 78065 Main Street, La Quinta. 760-777-7773, thegrillonmainlq.com Stuft Pizza Bar & Grill Daily happy hour specials, 3 to 6 p.m. 78015 Main St., La Quinta. 760777-9989, stuftpizzabarandgrill.com RD RNNR Libations, Pints & Plates Daily happy hour, 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.. 78075 Main Street, La Quinta. 442-400-3255, roadrunnerlq.com La Quinta Brewing Company - Old Town Taproom & Grill “Hoppy” hour from 3 to 6 p.m.

Monday-Thursday. 78100 Main Street, La Quinta. 760-972-4251, laquintabrewing.com TQLAS Agave Bar & Grill TueSun happy hour from 3 to 6 p.m. Closed Mon. 78015 Main Street, La Quinta. 442-256-4059, tqlas.com

Palm Desert La Fe Wine Bar Happy hour offered Tuesday through Saturday from 5 to 7 p.m. 73900 El Paseo, Palm Desert. 760-565-1430 Sullivan’s Steakhouse Offering happy hour from 3 to 5 p.m. every Monday through Thursday. Featuring $7 bar bites, martinis and craft cocktails. 73505 El Paseo, Palm Desert. 760-341-3560, sullivanssteakhouse.com/palm-desert/ Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Marlin Bar Daily happy hour from 3 to 5 p.m. 73595 El Paseo, Palm Desert. 760-836-0188, tommybahama.com

Palm Springs Moxie Palm Springs Happy hour served Monday through Friday from 3 to 7 p.m. 262 S.Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-318-9900, facebook.com/moxiepalmsprings Paul Bar/Food Daily happy hour from 4 to 7:15 p.m. 3700 East Vista Chino, Palm Springs. 760-656-4082, thepaulbarps.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. 760-8835999, smokingburgers.com Toucans Tiki Lounge & Cabaret Happy hour every Monday, Thursday and Friday from 5 to 7 p.m. 2100 North Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-416-7584, toucanstikilounge.com

Rancho Mirage 360 Sports Happy hour from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday through Thursday. Late night bites 10 to 11 p.m. and drink specials 10 p.m. to 12 a.m. Agua Caliente Resort Rancho Mirage, 32250 Bob Hope Dr., Rancho Mirage. 888-999-1995, hotwatercasino.com O’Caine’s Irish Pub Happy hour is served Monday-Tuesday and Thursday-Sunday, 3 to 6 p.m. 36101 Bob Hope Dr., Rancho Mirage. 760-202-3311, ocainesirishpub.com

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Friday

O’Caine’s Irish Pub Live music, 6 to 9 p.m. 36101 Bob Hope Dr., Rancho Mirage 760-202-3311, ocainesirishpub.com

Oscar’s Latin Drag Show, 9 p.m. 125 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs 760-325-1188, oscarspalmsprings.com

Purple Room Shaeron Sills, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. 1900 East Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 760-322-4422 purpleroompalmsprings.com Toucans Tiki Lounge & Cabaret Drag show with special guest host, 9 p.m. 2100 North Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 760-416-7584, toucanstikilounge.com

Friday Agua Caliente Casino Cathedral City Nacho Bastillos & Quinto Menguante, 9 p.m. 68960 East Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City 888-999-1995 aguacalientecasinos.com AMP Sports Lounge Karaoke, 8 p.m. 68718 East Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City 760-699-87090, ampcatcity.com Arnold Palmers Restaurant Mark Linford, 5 to 9 p.m. 79164 Avenue 52, La Quinta 760-771-4653 arnoldpalmersrestaurant.com Classic Club Eddie G & Des Charat, 5 to 8 p.m. 75200 Classic Club Blvd., Palm Desert 760-601-3600, classicclubgolf.com Dringk Eatery + Bar Live DJ, 9 p.m. 71800 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage 760-888-0111, dringkbar.com Libation Room DJ Set, 9 p.m. 73750 El Paseo, Palm Desert 877-869-8891, libationroom.com LIT at Fantasy Springs 9/3 The Dudes of San Diego, 9 p.m. 9/10 Steel Rod, 9 p.m. 9/17 The Reel Band, 9 p.m. 9/24 Vice Versa, 9 p.m. 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio 760-342-5000 fantasyspringsresort.com O’Caine’s Irish Pub Live music, 6 to 9 p.m. 36101 Bob Hope Dr., Rancho Mirage 760-202-3311, ocainesirishpub.com

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Rock Yard at Fantasy Springs 9/3 Fleetwood Mac tribute, 7 p.m. 9/10 Foreigner tribute, 7 p.m. 9/17 Grateful Dead tribute, 7 p.m. 9/24 Pat Benetar tribute, 7 p.m. 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio 760-342-5000 fantasyspringsresort.com Sideline Stage at Morongo Casino 9/3 Tre’sure, 9 p.m. 9/10 Eevaan Tre, 9 p.m. 9/17 Common Ground, 9 p.m. 9/24 B.I.G., 9 p.m. 49500 Seminole Drive, Cabazon 951-849-3080 morongocasinoresort.com Toucans Tiki Lounge & Cabaret Drag show with Jazmyn Simone, 9 and 11 p.m. 2100 N. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs 760-416-7584, toucanstikilounge.com Twelve Cocktails Above at Fantasy Springs Mark Gregg & Misty Howell, 8 to 11 p.m. 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio 760-342-5000 fantasyspringsresort.com

Saturday Ace Hotel 9/4 Megan Louise, 12 to 5 p.m. 701 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs 760-325-9900, acehotel.com Agua Caliente Casino Cathedral City DJC, 2 to 7 p.m. Alf Alpha, 7 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. 68960 East Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City 888-999-1995 aguacalientecasinos.com Arnold Palmers Restaurant Mark Linford, 5 to 9 p.m. 79164 Avenue 52, La Quinta 760-771-4653 arnoldpalmersrestaurant.com Classic Club Eddie G & Des Charat, 5 to 8 p.m. 75200 Classic Club Blvd., Palm Dedert 760-601-3600, classicclubgolf.com

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NIGHTLIFE Saturday Dringk Eatery + Bar Live DJ, 9 p.m. 71800 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage 760-888-0111, dringkbar.com LIT at Fantasy Springs 9/4 The Dudes of San Diego, 9 p.m. 9/11 Steel Rod, 9 p.m. 9/18 The Reel Band, 9 p.m. 9/25 Vice Versa, 9 p.m. 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio 760-342-5000 fantasyspringsresort.com O’Caine’s Irish Pub Live music, 6 to 9 p.m. 36101 Bob Hope Dr., Rancho Mirage 760-202-3311, ocainesirishpub.com Oscar’s Male Strip Show, Noon 125 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs 760-325-1188, oscarspalmsprings.com Rock Yard at Fantasy Springs 9/4 Prince tribute, 7 p.m. 9/11 Van Halen tribute, 7 p.m. 9/18 Godsmack tribute, 7 p.m. 9/25 AC/DC tribute, 7 p.m. 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio 760-342-5000 fantasyspringsresort.com

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Sideline Stage at Morongo Casino 9/4 Tre’sure, 9 p.m. 9/11 Eevaan Tre, 9 p.m. 9/18 Common Ground, 9 p.m. 9/25 B.I.G., 9 p.m. 49500 Seminole Drive, Cabazon 951-849-3080 morongocasinoresort.com Toucans Tiki Lounge & Cabaret Drag show with host Kickxy Vixen, 9 & 11 p.m. 2100 North Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 760-416-7584, toucanstikilounge.com Twelve Cocktails Above at Fantasy Springs Mark Gregg & Misty Howell, 8 to 11 p.m. 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio 760-342-5000, fantasyspringsresort.com

Sunday Arnold Palmers Restaurant Mark Linford, 5 to 9 p.m. 79164 Avenue 52, La Quinta 760-771-4653, arnoldpalmersrestaurant.com Cascade Lounge Nacho Bustillos & Quinto Menguante, 9 p.m. Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs 401 East Amado Road, Palm Springs 888-999-1995, sparesortcasino.com

Dringk Eatery + Bar Live Band, 5 p.m. 71800 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage 760-888-0111, dringkbar.com Noches De Fuego at Fantasy Springs 9/5 Pitbull Tribute, 7:30 p.m. 9/12 Juan Gabriel Tribute, 7:30 p.m. 9/19 Orchestra Los Ibarra, 7:30 p.m. 9/26 Los Garza’z, 7:30 p.m. 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio 760-342-5000, fantasyspringsresort.com Oscar’s Drag Brunch, 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. 125 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs 760-325-1188, oscarspalmsprings.com Palm Canyon Roadhouse Jam Session, 6 p.m. 535 South Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 760-327-4080, palmcanyonroadhouse.com Sideline Stage at Morongo Casino 9/5 Orchestra Los Ibarra, 6 p.m. 9/12 Son Doux, 6 p.m. 9/19 Son Doux, 6 p.m. 9/26 Orchestra Los Ibarra, 6 p.m. 49500 Seminole Drive, Cabazon 951-849-3080, morongocasinoresort.com Toucans Tiki Lounge & Cabaret Drag Revue with Tommi Rose, 8 and 10 p.m. 2100 North Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 760-416-7584, toucanstikilounge.com

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Golfer’s Guide Take a swing at these public courses

The following golf courses are open under restricted social distancing guidelines. Masks are required to enter the facilities. Please call or visit website for tee times and hours.

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. 760-328-6571, jcgolf.com

Desert Hot Springs Mission Lakes Country Club The 18-hole course’s final four holes are considered to be the toughest holes in the desert and an exciting challenge for low-handicap golfers. The course’s 11th tee perches 1,500 feet above the valley floor, offering a striking, eye-level view of the mountains. 8484 Clubhouse Blvd., Desert Hot Springs. 760-329-6481, missionlakescountryclub.com

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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. Courses have hosted Golf Channel’s “Big Break” and the PGA’s Skins Game. 44500 Indian Wells Lane, Indian Wells. 760-346-4653, indianwellsgolfresort.com

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 largest is located between the 9th and 18th hole. 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 East Murray Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-833-8700, indiancanyonsgolf.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. 800-7429378, 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

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. 760-328-5955, marriott.com

Yucca Valley Hawk’s Landing Golf Club This 12-hole course was designed by awardwinning 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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