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Carnival, Car Show, Tequila Tastings, Live Entertainment, Food & More • In the 1800s, popcorn was often eaten as a cereal with milk and sugar. • Players of the video game “Call of Duty” have spent more hours thus engaged than the entire course of human existence. • The longest surgical procedure in history, in which doctors separated a pair of Nepalese conjoined twins who were born with a shared brain cavity, took place in Singapore in 2001 and lasted 103 hours. • Valentine’s Day weddings are apparently 18-36% more likely to end in divorce. • “Guerrilla grafting” is the illegal process of turning city-maintained sterile fruit trees into fruit producers by splicing compatible branches onto the sterile trees with branches from the fruiting trees. • Alexander the Great loved his horse, Bucephalus, so much that when it died in 326 B.C., he named the town of Bucephala for it. • A Harvard study found that a person’s IQ can drop by as much as 13 points when they are under financial stress, due in part to the amount of brain power used to think about such burdens that causes distraction. (c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.
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elebrate the sights, sounds, and tastes of the state of Jalisco, Mexico at the 7th Annual Taste of Jalisco Festival, February 3 -5, in downtown Cathedral City. This annual celebration honors the 26-year sister city relationship between Cathedral City and Tequila, Jalisco (Mexico) through culture, cuisine, music, and fashion. The weekend includes a family-friendly carnival, artisan craft vendor market, tequila tastings, authentic Mexican cuisine, car show, and daily entertainment. Festivities kick off Friday, February 3 beginning at 4 p.m. and features the raising of the flags, a proclamation reading from Cathedral City Mayor Rita Lamb, followed by live entertainment and the opening of the carnival and tequila tasting garden. Along Ave Lalo Guerrero, more than 25 boutique vendors selling authentic Mexican arts & crafts and
fun, unique products will add to the festive atmosphere. Admission to the vendor market and access to the carnival is free. Tickets are required and sold onsite for carnival rides and games. A highlight of the weekend will be entertainment from the Jalisco Community Stage featuring local and regional musical groups and live acts celebrating Mexican art and culture. The lineup includes multiple folklorico dance troupes, Las Tias, Dreaming of You (Selena tribute), Outlaw Mariachi, Corazon de Mana (Mana tribute), and a Saturday night headline performance by Grupo Control. Event hours are Friday 4 to 10 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Sunday 11 a.m. to 8 pm. Festivities are held downtown Cathedral City, 68600 E. Palm Canyon Drive. Parking is free. For more information visit tasteofjalisco.com.
Fascinating facts about Bubble Gum • If you are chewing on gum while cutting onions, this will stop your eyes from watering. The science behind it? While chewing on gum you will breathe through your mouth rather than your nose so the irritation caused by the onion scent will reach the lachrymal gland in smaller amounts. • Have you ever wondered why most chewing gum is pink? Well, the inventor was desperately trying to create the perfect bubble gum, and by the time the recipe reached perfection, the only colour he had left to use was pink! • We all grew up being told that if you swallow chewing gum, your intestines will get clogged up and your intestines will get stuck together. Sound familiar? Well in actual fact, this is actually quite rare. If you swallow chewing gum, it will be in your system for a
few days, before your body will get rid of it. As gum base can’t be digested, you will eliminate it as a whole. • Studies have shown that when you chew on gum you become more alert, your muscle tension is reduced and you are able to focus better on the activities you are working on.
1. GEOGRAPHY: Where is Mount Fuji located? 2. MOVIES: What is the material used in Captain America’s shield? 3. MUSIC: Who wrote the lyrics to the 1961 “West Side Story” movie? 4. SCIENCE: Which color has the longest wavelength? 5. HISTORY: When did the United States outlaw child labor? 6. TELEVISION: Who played the leading role in the legal series “Ally McBeal”? 7. AD SLOGANS: Which fast-food chain tells customers that “We have the meats”? 8. LITERATURE: What is the setting for the “Divergent” novel series?
• The first name for chewing gum was “BlibberBlubber”. Can you imagine if that stuck? It’s a bit of a mouthful to say the least.
9. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: Which animal represents the 2023 Chinese zodiac year?
• Another useful fun fact about chewing gum is that you can remove it from your hair using peanut butter. You will have to separate the area from the rest of your hair, cover it in peanut butter and start rubbing it out. This is due to the oil found in peanut butter which helps to separate the gum.
10. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is a group of butterflies called? (c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc. Answer on page 6
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Calendar of events February 2 WindSync A vibrant chamber ensemble performing wind masterworks by standard as well as contemporary composers. 7:30 p.m. Richards Center for the Arts, 2248 Ramon Road, Palm Springs. psconcerts.org February 3-4 One More for the Road Starring Bob Anderson, who truly embodies the essence of “Ol’ Blue Eyes” himself. Fans will be able to experience Sinatra and his music at the peak of his career. McCallum Theatre, 73000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert. 760-340-2787, mccallumtheatre.com February 3-4 Pete Carlson’s Golf Expo The largest golf event of the year features over 20 manufacturers and representatives on-site, custom fitting, Joey-O trick shot exhibition, Al Geiberger & Sons golf clinic, and more. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. C.O.D. Golf Center Driving Range, 43500 Monterey Ave., Palm Desert. petecarlsonsgolf.com February 3-5 7th Annual Taste of Jalisco Festival This event celebrates the state of Jalisco, Mexico through, a familyfriendly carnival, artisan craft vendor market, tequila tastings and competitions,
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authentic Mexican cuisine, car show, and entertainment. Admission is free. Downtown Cathedral City, 68600 E. Palm Canyon Drive. tasteofjalisco.com February 4 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 February 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 February 7 Chelsea Chen The organist has recently performed with the Singapore Chinese Orchestra, Montreal Symphony Orchestra, the San Diego Symphony, and in New York’s famous St. Thomas Church. 7 p.m. St. Margaret’s, 47535 Highway 74, Palm Desert. 760-346-2697, dfom.org Serving 110 Mobile Manufactured Home and RV Parks in the Coachella, Morongo and Yucca Valley for 69 years. The Mobile Home News is a household tradition for the 55+ manufactured home park and RV Park population. Available at clubhouses and racks in manufactured home parks. Also available in many area businesses and senior centers. Businesses or private parties interested in advertising to the 55+ community please call 760-365-3315. News, photos or editorial submissions or story ideas should be sent to news@desertmobilehomenews.com Titles registered and all contents copyright 2023 by Gold Mountain California News Media Inc. All rights reserved.
ACROSS 1. Shed tears 5. Luxury jewelry designer 10. Goddess of wisdom 12. Convert into a particular form 14. Working-class people 16. It borders Canada (abbr.) 18. A princess can detect its presence 19. Red-brown sea bream 20. Defunct retail empire 22. Vase 23. Demeter’s equivalent 25. Monetary unit of the Maldives 26. French and
Belgian river 27. Small amount 28. High schoolers’ test 30. Animal’s foot 31. Some is red 33. Per __: each 35. Swedish jazz pop duo 37. Plate for Eucharist 38. Train line 40. Russian pop duo 41. Stake 42. Plant by scattering 44. Female sibling 45. City of Angels hoopsters (abbr.) 48. Popular cookie brand 50. Group of Niger-Congo languages 52. A team’s best pitcher 53. Vomits
55. 19th letter of Greek alphabet 56. Men’s fashion accessory 57. Its capital is Pierre (abbr.) 58. Expensive cut of steak 63. Popular James Cameron film 65. A __: relating to knowledge gleaned from deduction 66. Kids’ snow toys 67. Flip side to yin
DOWN 1. Global public health agency 2. Snake-like fish 3. Midway between northeast and east 4. Dabbed
5. TV show 6. Folk singer DiFranco 7. Canadian flyers 8. Of the dowry 9. Commercial 10. The act of imitating 11. Equipment used to broadcast radio or TV signals 13. Lands of an emir 15. Swiss river 17. Island 18. Monetary unit of Afghanistan 21. One who surrenders under agreed conditions 23. Garfield is one 24. A baglike structure in a plant or animal 27. Small boats used in the Black Sea 29. Small savory Spanish dishes 32. Body part 34. Touch lightly 35. Popular grilled foods on a stick 36. __ Hess: oil company 39. Antelope with a reddish coat 40. Pharaoh of Lower Egypt 43. Pink Floyd’s Roger 44. Short and thick 46. Small, sac-like cavities 47. Performer __-Lo 49. Entrails of animal used as food 51. __ King Cole, musician 54. Where construction is done 59. Chap 60. Investment vehicle 61. Often mixed with tonic 62. Holiday beverage egg __ 64. Against Answers on page 6
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Ways to Train Your Brain
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There are several “brain support” online programs out there, but many cost more than we’d like to pay. Lumosity (lumosity.com) comes in seven languages and has games that promote memory, attention, flexibility, problem-solving and more. After you sign up, you’ll get three free games per day, and the Brain Performance Index monitors your progress. There is a subscription plan, of course, if you want access to more areas of the site, and you can pay by the month or the year. Test the free version first to see if you like it. BrainHQ (brainhq.com) is another cognitive training program that you can access online. Their exercises explore brain speed, memory, attention and more. And you can design your own program. Their goals are to help you think faster, focus better and remember more. You can try it out by subscribing to their email newsletters, which have free daily ex-
ercises to sample. As for me, I’ve found books that don’t cost much and are good at putting my brain through its paces on a daily basis. The New York Times series of puzzle books begins with the Monday editions, which are the easiest of the week. (The crossword puzzles get increasingly difficult as the week progresses.) I found the whole series of spiral-bound puzzle books on Amazon. Then there are the online jigsaw puzzles at TheJigsawPuzzles.com.
The puzzles (a new one every day) can be set in any number of ways, including the number of pieces in a puzzle. I’ve found that the 100-pieces level is plenty challenging when viewed on a computer monitor. And then there is online chess, for those of us who used to play back in the day but would be embarrassed to lose to a small child now without serious brushing up of our skills. Try this for free at chess.com and play against their computer.
Utility assistance If you’re having problems paying your utility bills, some good news is on the horizon. Starting Tuesday, February 7, Mizell Center will be hosting Utility Assistance Clinics on the First and Third Tuesday of every month from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. These are being done for free. Call 951-955-4900 to register. Bring identification, Social Security Card, proof of income, and your utility bills. Mizell Center is located at 480 S. Sunrise Way, Palm Springs. Visit mizell.org for more information.
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Tour de Palm Springs ANSWER ON PAGE 6
Duh? Criminals can be cunning but then again, once in a while, the police come across bad guys and gals who virtually turn themselves in. For example, a pair of burglars who apparently were having a tough time carrying off their loot called 911 for help. The Associated Press reports that “while talking to deputies, the female suspect told them that she had called 911 for the purpose of having law enforcement help them move their belongings from the house they were burglarizing. They also wanted to get a ride to the airport so they could spend the weekend in New York,” according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
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The 25th annual Tour de Palm Springs returns to the Coachella Valley Friday and Saturday, February 10 and 11 in downtown Palm Springs. The event honors our first responders and veterans including former NBA Los Angeles Clippers star Pooh Richards and Palm Springs Police Chief Andy Mills. Vendor expo will be held on Friday from 12 to 8 p.m. featuring a beer garden which will include a jazz band, registration and entertainment. Residents are welcomed to march with the Palm Springs High School 40-member mini marching band at 3:45 and 4:45 p.m. The march begins at S. Palm Canyon and Tahquitz. Vendor expo continues on Saturday from 2 to 8 p.m. Saturday features the 100 mile ride start time 6:30 a.m. 50 mile start time 8 a.m., 25 mile start time 9 a.m., 10 mile and 1 and 3 mile walk 10 a.m. Walkers will be led by the Palm Springs Air Museum Pipe Band and a fire engine. If you would like to participate or would like more information, please visit tourdepalmsprings.com.
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Easy Chicken Flautas Prep Time: 30 mins, Cook Time: 20 mins Servings: 8 • 1/4 cup butter • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour • 1/4 cup minced onion • 1/4 cup chopped black olives • 2 tablespoons lemon juice • 1 tablespoon oil • 1/4 teaspoon ground paprika • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper • 1/8 teaspoon salt • 1 1/2 cups cooked shredded chicken • Oil for frying, or as needed • 8 flour tortillas • toothpicks 1. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat;
stir in flour until smooth. Add onion; cook and stir until onion is softened, 5 to 10 minutes. Add black olives, lemon juice, 1 tablespoon oil, paprika, black pepper, and salt; cook and stir until heated through, about 2 minutes. Stir in chicken; remove the skillet from heat and cover. 2. Heat oil in a large, heavy saucepan or deep fryer over medium-high heat. 3. Fill tortillas with chicken mixture. Roll tortilla around filling and secure with a toothpick. 4. Working in batches, fry rolled tortillas in hot oil until browned, about 2 minutes. Use a slotted spoon or tongs to transfer tortillas to a paper towel-lined plate; serve warm.
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from sinking down to the bottom of the pan.
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• Bathroom fan reminder: When you leave your bathroom fan running excessively, you are pumping heat out of your house. Set a timer for 10 minutes maximum, and then turn it off.
• To store asparagus, trim the ends and wrap them in a few paper towels that you have dampened. Keep it in the fridge for two days max. This will keep it very fresh.
• If your bathtub has a grainy or rough texture, try soaking the bath in vinegar, either by adding a large bottle to some water and plugging it up, or by laying down a towel and soaking it in vinegar. Scrub and remove.
• If you add dried fruit or raisins to your batter for cakes or muffins, roll them or shake them in flour first. This will prevent them
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QUESTION OF THE WEEK ‘Amarelle’ is a type of what small stone fruit?
INSPIRATIONAL QUOTE OF THE WEEK “Attitude is the ‘little’ thing that makes a big difference.” — Winston Churchill
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California Winter League swings into Palm Springs Baseball is back in Palm Springs for the 2023 season as the Power Baseball Organization begins its 14th year of the California Winter League. Over 200 players from around the world will come to Palm Springs to compete this winter. Each team plays upwards of 20 games from when the season kicks off on January 26th to when it concludes on February 19th. All stadium games will be live, and free to stream on YouTube. On average, 40% of California Winter League players receive a professional contract during or following the season. The
CWL saw three alumni make their Major League debut in 2022: Logan Gillaspie with the Orioles, Bubby Rossman with the Phillies, and Luke Barker with the Brewers. General admission for games is $10, and parking at both the pavilion and library is always free. This year’s campaign is loaded with promotions to enhance the fan experience. Every Monday is Locals Day, where anyone with a Coachella Valley ID gets a general admission ticket for just $5.Two-for-Tuesday, which includes a 2-for-1 GA ticket deal for fans. All Wednesdays are Wine Wednesday,
featuring $4 wines on tap. Thursdays are Out-of-Towners Day, where anyone who comes to the ballpark with an out-of-state ID gets a $5 ticket. The weekdays round out with Canada Day on Fridays, meaning a $5 ticket for all with a Canadian ID. On the weekends, come enjoy Suds Saturday at Palm Springs Stadium, and grab yourself a $2 beer or two. Sundays are Family Day, brought to you by Jack in the Box, where all kids under 12 are free. Tickets for all others are just $5. All game times and promotions can be found at californiawinterleague.com
Fun ways for seniors to stay active
Physical activity is an important component of overall health. Health experts advise that exercise can increase lean body mass, prevent conditions like diabetes and cardiovascular disease, improve balance, and positively affect mental health/cognition. Exercise also can foster socialization with others, helping people overcome
boredom and isolation. As individuals get older, they may not be able to participate in all of the activities they enjoyed as youths, but that doesn’t mean older adults must resign themselves to sedentary lifestyles. There are plenty of entertaining ways to remain physically active that can accommodate any limitations a person may have. Explore these methods for staying active. Explore senior center offerings Community senior centers often fill calendars with a vast array of activities, some of which can include physical activities. Hikes, walking tours, dances, and other activities all serve as entertaining ways to get out and
about while meeting some fitness goals. Garden or do yard work The Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotions says adults should get 150 minutes of moderate exercise per week. Raking leaves, mowing the lawn, digging in flower beds, trimming bushes, and other outdoor tasks could help a person meet this quota in a way that doesn’t seem like exercise at all. Play games with grandchildren Little kids may inspire older adults to be more active, as it can be difficult to keep up with those youngsters. Take infants or toddlers for walks or push them in strollers. Attach a child seat or towing carriage to a bicycle and ride around the neighborhood.
Play games that require movement, such as hide-and-seek or Marco Polo in the pool. If it’s snowing, have a snowball fight or make a snowman in the yard. Take up a new hobby Find hobbies that incorporate physical activity. Perhaps learning to salsa dance or taking Zumba™ will be fun? Pickleball has caught on across the nation. The sport is a mix of tennis, racquetball and badminton that caters to all ages. Joining a bowling team is another way to get active and meet new people. Physical activity is important at any age. Seniors can explore fun ways to stay in shape and be active to reap all the benefits of exercise.