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Palm Canyon Theatre to steam youth spring concert
alm Canyon Theatre’s Youth Program will stream a Spring Concert, featuring students ages 12-21. The concert is the culmination of two-months of training that PCT offered as part of its ongoing live stage education. For nearly 25 years, students participating in PCT’s youth program receive real-world experience by working alongside professional actors on mainstage productions. Today, with stages across the nation closed to live audiences, training was done virtually and in small groups at the Palm Springs theatre. Instruction was offered at no cost by talented actors, vocalists and directors who volunteered their time to prepare a troupe of 22 young performers. Singing classes began on Zoom in mid-January, and then transitioned to small groups in the PCT auditorium. Students and teachers wore masks and socially distanced during all rehearsals. Once small cohorts were rehearsed, a few full cast sessions were run in order to record portions of songs that included the entire group. Now that the entire concert is
1. U.S. PRESIDENTS: The poem “O Captain! My Captain!” was written after the death of which president? Photo courtesy of Palm Canyon Theater
recorded, it will be featured as a streaming event for 2 days only, March 30-31. Local youth performing in the concert are: Ava Tethal, Fabrizio Ibanez, Noah Arce, Matthew Pichler, AJ Fernandez, Kaiya Treash, Elizabeth Eldar, Isabella Morrison, Aidan Bosworth, Nathan Bosworth, Abel Rodriguez, Makayla Smith, Emma Walker, Diego Huerta, Victoria Herrera, Alice Steepleton, Audrey Steepleton, Imani Rachel, Amanda Miranda, Christopher Lopez, Mariana Robles, and Kristina Panagiotaros. The show was directed by Se Layne
and Paul Grant with musical direction by Jaci Davis. Costuming by Derik Shopinski. Lights by Wyatt Tethal. Videography and post production by Nick Wass. Tickets for this streaming show are $15 and are available for 2 DAYS ONLY on Showtix4U.com, which is also the platform to view the recorded production. PCT’s Youth Spring Concert is available for streaming for a 48-hour period between 12 a.m. on March 30 through 11:59 p.m. on April 2. Purchase at: showtix4u.com/event-details/46332. All proceeds from this concert will benefit future educational programming.
One man’s trash is another man’s treasure The previous owners of a small bowl may have thought they were lucky to have gotten $35 for it at their yard sale. But, says the Association of Mature American Citizens, the anonymous buyer must have been more than delighted
• One dung beetle can drag 1,141 times its own weight. • Italian banker Gilberto Baschiera was a modern-day Robin Hood. Over a period of seven years, he secretly diverted 1 million euros from wealthy clients to poorer ones so they could qualify for loans. He made no profit from
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Seniors Center Closed?.......................2 Getting to Know Succulents.................3 Green Beans with Lemon & Garlic.......5 Stroke Patient Support Group..............8
when he found out that the bowl is likely to bring in as much as $500,000 at auction. I didn’t take long for the folks at the Sotheby’s auction house to come to that conclusion when they identified it as “an exceptionally rare 15th-
century Chinese antique” from the Ming dynasty.
these dealings and avoided jail in 2018 with a plea bargain.
floss. But the benefits extend beyond your teeth. Researchers have discovered that flossing can also help your memory. It prevents gum disease, which prevents stiff blood vessels, which in turn cause memory issues.
• In 2006, a Coca-Cola employee offered to sell Coca-Cola secrets to Pepsi. Pepsi took the high road and responded by notifying Coca-Cola. • Ever wonder why there’s no period in “Dr Pepper”? It was removed because the old logo font made it look like “Di: Pepper.” • For years your dentist has no doubt advised you to be sure to
The Association of Mature American Citizens [www.amac.us] provides the Filler Files as a service on issues of concern to Americans over 50.
• The future Queen Elizabeth II’s wedding dress was entirely paid for with ration coupons. • American children are given an average of $3.70 per lost tooth. (c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc.
2. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What is the weight of a U.S. quarter? 3. MOVIES: What was the name of the skyscraper in the drama “Die Hard”? 4. TELEVISION: What city was the setting for the sitcom “Mork and Mindy”? 5. SCIENCE: What is the study of knowledge, reality and existence called? 6. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What are male blue crabs called? 7. GEOGRAPHY: What is the highest point in Japan? 8. FOOD & DRINK: The acai berry is native to which continent? 9. LITERATURE: Who wrote the “Winnie-the-Pooh” book series for children? 10. MEASUREMENTS: What is an angstrom? © 2021 King Features Synd., Inc. ANSWER TO TRIVIA ON PAGE 6
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Is your senior center still closed? Most of them are, which means that we haven’t experienced our typical routines for a very long time. Mostly it’s the social aspect we miss. A show of hands: How many of us, if given the opportunity, would show up at the senior center for an in-person gathering even if it was held outside? In the parking lot? It’s being done in some parts of the country, even in cold weather, so it’s possible if those who run your senior center are willing to do the work of spacing chairs 6 feet apart and making coffee in thermoses so it stays hot and pushing around a trolley of cookies. With spring officially here, chances are that if you and others approach the staff of the senior
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center to express interest, social gatherings like these could be made to happen. An hour once a week would go a long way toward reconnecting with friends and checking in with others to see -- in person -- how they’re really doing. Besides the loss of social interaction, it’s the classes many of us miss: budgeting for living on Social Security, cooking for one, journaling ... and especially the hands-on classes about electronic devices. Those device classes are the very classes we need now that could help us to interact with others on video calls. To their credit, some senior centers have figured out that, if nothing else, they can show video exercise classes we can follow from home. And many of them have stepped forward with volunteers who can help get us signed up online to get the COVID vaccine. From what I hear, though, it’s the in-person social interactions that we seniors miss the most. Even a once-a-week gathering, in a parking lot, would be very welcome. (c) 2021 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Getting to know succulents Succulents can be just what indoor or outdoor gardens need. Even though succulents are becoming more popular, there are still some people who are unaware of their attributes. By learning more about succulents, people may become devotees of these unique plants. The word “succulent” brings to mind juicy, savory foods. But succulents aren’t meant to be consumed. In fact, they get their mouth-watering name from their uncanny ability to store water in fleshy stems or leaves. That means they do not require frequent watering like other plants might. Succulents also may prove more durable in the face of drought and are a handy plant for forgetful gardeners or those who travel often and want something more hands-off in their gardens. According to the succulents resource Succulents and Sunshine,
most succulents prefer warm temperatures and are not very coldtolerant. However, there are some varieties that can survive freezing temperatures. Still, for most succulents, it’s best if they are kept in warm, moderately sunny conditions. The DIY Network says succulents grow best in bright light, but not always in full, hot sun. Succulents also may attract gardeners thanks to their diverse
looks. Better Homes & Gardens says that color variations of succulents are quite varied and include green, yellow, burgundy, white, blue-green, pink, red, and variegated combinations. Their shapes can be just as diverse, with many having pointy, rounded, spiky, or ruffled leaves. People may be particularly familiar with one type of succulent: cacti. These traditional desertdwellers are prized for their water-retention abilities, but some seem downright scary with their prickly exteriors. While all cacti are succulents, it’s important to note that not all succulents are cacti. Less needle-like succulents include aloe, jade, snake plant, and agave. Hens and chicks (sempervivum) and wax plant (hoya) are other succulents to consider. Searching for succulents online is another great way for gardeners to discover these wonderful plants.
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A truly comfy bean dip The pandemic has devastated businesses, big and small and they’ll go to extremes in an effort to attract customers, says the Association of Mature American Citizens. Take the Los Toros Mexican Restaurant in Chatsworth, CA, a suburb of Los Angeles. It’s the favorite eatery for Hollywood stuntman, Hunter Ray Barker, who volunteered to participate in an odd publicity stunt in an effort to gain attention by spending a day and a night in a giant bowl of bean dip. Why did he do it? Barker says that Los Toros is his favorite restaurant and he wanted to “turn a few more people into lifelong customers.” The Association of Mature American Citizens [www.amac.us] provides the Filler Files as a service on issues of concern to Americans over 50.
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25. One point east of due south 28. Businessmen may have one 29. Grass part 31. Running back Gurley 33. Unwavering 36. Options 38. Annoy 39. Greek mountain 41. Pastas 44. Fishes 45. Wrap 46. Potentially a criminal (slang) 48. Seize 49. The Constitution State 51. Upset 52. 1991 men’s Wimbledon champ 54. Central Chinese province
56. Predisposition 60. A notice of someone’s death 61. One-time Kentucky Rep. 62. Swiss river 63. Dried-up 64. Finger millet 65. __ Allan Poe 66. German river 67. Brew 68. Kenyan river
DOWN 1. Millisecond 2. Acts as military assistant 3. Knot in a tree 4. Husband-and-wife industrial designers 5. The Ocean State 6. Point the finger at 7. Parts in a machine
8. Midway between northeast and east 9. Portray precisely 10. Blister 11. Mental illness 12. Nose of an animal 14. What students receive 17. Semitic peoples 20. Beats per minute 21. Family of drugs 23. Atrocious 25. Type of microscope (abbr.) 26. __ or bust 27. Icelandic poems 29. A citizen of Pakistan 30. Very pale 32. Metric linear unit 34. Sea eagle 35. Biblical judge of Israel 37. Isaac’s mother (Bib.) 40. Sino-Soviet block (abbr.) 42. Cool! 43. Large hotel room 47. Type of boat (abbr.) 49. Picked 50. Type of hookah 52. Attack 53. Directs 55. Belgian WWII resistance fighter 56. Finished negotiation 57. Heroic tale 58. Middle Eastern country 59. Protein-rich liquids 61. Malaysian Isthmus 65. Spielberg’s alien
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The Zombies are coming!
Is the Centers for Disease Control [CDC] warning us to prepare for the nightmare of a “Zombie Apocalypse?” The short answer is no, reports the Association of Mature American Citizens. So, what is the “Zombie Preparedness” page on its Website all about? The CDC explains it this way: “As it turns out what first began as a tonguein-cheek campaign to engage new
audiences with preparedness messages has proven to be a very effective platform. We continue to reach and engage a wide variety of audiences on all hazards preparedness via “zombie preparedness.” The Association of Mature American Citizens [www.amac.us] provides the Filler Files as a service on issues of concern to Americans over 50.
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Brain Teaser
I weaken all men for hours each day. I show you strange visions while you are away. I take you by night, by day take you back. None suffer to have me, but do from my lack. What am I?= See Answer on page 6
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• Buff out small scratches in glass with toothpaste. Apply a small dab and rub in circles lightly, then wipe away. • If an egg spills on the floor, sprinkle it with salt. Egg can be very slippery, and the salt will help keep it in place so that it is easier to clean up. • Give your garbage disposal some love and clean her out! Add a handful of baking soda and some crushed ice, then a cup of vinegar or lemon juice and follow up with hot water.
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• “Label storage bins on all sides so that no matter how you stack them, or which direction you shove them in, you can always see at a glance which are which. Recently, I went searching through my attic for a particular box, and several boxes were moved out of the way. I had to spend much more time turning them to face the right way so that the labels would be visible.” — R.F. in Ohio (c) 2021 King Features Synd., Inc.
Green beans with lemon & garlic • 2 1/2 pounds green beans, trimmed • 2 tablespoons olive oil • 2 cloves garlic, crushed with side of chef’s knife • 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly grated lemon peel • 3/4 teaspoons salt • 1/4 teaspoons ground pepper 1. In 12-inch skillet, heat 1-inch water and 1 tsp. salt to boiling over high heat. Add green beans; heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low; simmer, uncovered, 5 to 10 min., until beans are tender-crisp; drain. Wipe skillet dry. 2. In same skillet, heat oil and garlic 1 minute over medium heat. Add lemon peel, pepper and 1/2 tsp. salt, and cook 1 min longer. Return beans to skillet and cook until beans are hot, about 5 min. Makes 12 servings. Each serving: About 55 calories, 3g total fat, 7g carbohydrate, 3g fiber, 2g protein, 150mg sodium. (c) 2021 King Features Syndicate, Inc.
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WordSearch Answer
CryptoQuip Answer
I noticed a sheepdog puppy eating cantaloupe, so I called him my melon collie baby.
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Crossword Answer
Stickelers Answer They are all the same.
Inspirational Quote “You can talk with someone for years, everyday, and still, it won’t mean as much as what you can have when you sit in front of someone, not saying a word, yet you feel that person with your heart, you feel like you have known the person for forever.... connections are made with the heart, not the tongue.”
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— C. JoyBell C. —
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Trivia Answers 1. Abraham Lincoln 2. 0.2 ounces 3. Nakatomi Plaza 4. Boulder, Colorado 5. Philosophy 6. Jimmies
7. Mount Fuji 8. South America 9. A.A. Milne 10. One ten-billionth of a meter, used to measure very small distances
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Brain Teaser Answer Sleep!
Yet Another VA Secretary We have a new Department of Veterans Affairs secretary, the 10th acting or permanent VA secretary in the past 10 years. Dennis McDonough has a degree in Foreign Service. He was an aide on the Committee on Foreign Affairs. Later he was a national security adviser and chief of the National Security Council. He’s a public policy professor at Notre Dame’s school on global affairs and was a fellow at Carnegie’s International Affairs program under the International
Peace endowment. He used to be President Barak Obama’s White House chief of staff. Those who inspired him in early life included a football coach who’d served in World War II, troops and wounded warriors he’d met, as well as his grandfather who’d been a Marine. His wife co-founded Vets’ Community Connections, a group that assists veterans and their families. OK, I’m concerned. I see a lot of security and international affairs in that bio. In multiple online versions of his bio, the word “veterans” doesn’t come up once. Except for his wife’s work, I’m not seeing any connections with veterans. There were visits to Iraq and Afghanistan, yes, plus visits to Walter Reed hospital. In Afghanistan and Iraq, he was there
to talk to coalition partners and military leaders about security issues and draw down. Maybe he sat down to a meal with the troops. But where’s the real veteran experience? Where’s the commitment to our country with a job that can take you into harm’s way? Or an assignment where your family can’t go? The bad pay? The person above you who can make or break your career? The bad decisions you remain silent about. The terrible duty stations? Those are the hard, very real things I’m just not seeing in McDonough’s history. I wish him well ... for all our sakes. But excuse me if I withhold the kudos. At least for now. (c) 2021 King Features Synd., Inc.
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On March 25, 1933, the newly commissioned USS Sequoia becomes the official presidential yacht. Previously, the Department of Commerce had used the Sequoia as a decoy to catch Prohibition lawbreakers. On March 26, 1920, “This Side of Paradise” is published, immediately launching 23-year-old F. Scott Fitzgerald to fame and fortune. While in Europe, Fitzgerald finished his masterpiece, “The Great Gatsby” (1925). On March 27, 1973, actor Marlon Brando declines the Academy Award for Best Actor for his performance in “The Godfather” as a protest against Hollywood’s portrayal of Native Americans in film. The first performer to turn down a Best Actor Oscar was George C. Scott, for “Patton” in 1971.
On March 28, 1958, William Christopher Handy, the famous blues musician known as W.C., dies in New York City. Jazz standards “The Memphis Blues” and “St. Louis Blues” are his most famous compositions, but his musical legacy can be heard in works of composers as varied as George Gershwin and Keith Richards. On March 29, 1973, the last U.S. combat troops leave South Vietnam as Hanoi frees the remaining American prisoners of war held in North Vietnam. America’s direct eight-year intervention in the Vietnam War was at an end. On March 30, 1981, President Ronald Reagan is shot in the chest outside a Washington, D.C., hotel by a deranged drifter named John Hinckley Jr. Hinckley had a pathological obsession with the 1976 film “Taxi Driver,” in which the main character attempts to assassinate a fictional senator. (c) 2021 Hearst Communications, Inc. All Rights Reserved
They paid it backward, with love The driver pulled up to pick up his order and pay at the local Dairy Queen, not just for himself but also for the customers in the next car in line. When that auto got its turn at the drive-through window, he said, “how much,” to which the cashier responded that the guy ahead of him had picked up his tab. And that’s how it all started – a $10,000 pay-it-backward trend in the town of Brainerd, MN that lasted three days, reports the As-
sociation of Mature American Citizens. As Shauntel Pulak, one of the drivers who was there, told CBS News: “Anytime you have the chance to do something nice, just think what that person is going through and how much of an impact you might have on their life.” The Association of Mature American Citizens [www.amac.us] provides the Filler Files as a service on issues of concern to Americans over 50.
Alzheimers Coachella Valley offers a new stroke patient support group Starting in April, Alzheimers Coachella Valley launches a new Stroke Patient Support Group facilitated by Sam Johnson, a longtime volunteer at Desert Regional Medical Center and a stroke patient himself. The support group will meet live streaming the second and fourth Fridays of the month at 8:30 a.m.to 10 a.m. and is designed to open communication with other stroke patients. “Having survived a stroke in 2016, and learning to readjust my life, I feel it is extremely important to talk to other stroke patients for them to realize they are not alone, offer encouragement, inspire them to find their new normal and not shut themselves off from society,” said Johnson. “We are pleased to expand our support groups to include this new one for stroke patients,” said Dom
Calvano, Alzheimers Coachella Valley board president. “It fits well under our umbrella of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s support groups as our mission is to provide support and services for Coachella Valley residents living with impaired cognition, no matter what the cause.” As with all Alzheimers Coachella Valley’s programs currently, it will start as a live streaming meeting and transition to meeting together in the classroom at their offices as soon as the county’s COVID-19 restrictions allow in-person gathering. Social distancing, face masks and other safe and sanitary protocols will be in effect. To register for the session, please call 760-776-3100 or email info@cvalzheimers.org to receive the Zoom link to join the meeting. This program is offered at no charge and is open to those who are recovering from a stroke.
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