Coachella Valley Weekly - January 4 to January 10, 2018 Vol. 6 No. 42 by CV Weekly

coachellavalleyweekly.com • January 4 to January 10, 2018 Vol. 6 No. 42

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LiveWell Festival

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El Ranchito

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House Of Broken Promises

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Wildest Greens

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BY LYNN BREMNER EMPIRE POLO CLUB ANNOUNCES OPENING DAY AND THE 2018 POLO SEASON SCHEDULE SUNDAY POLO DEC. 31ST, 2017 – APRIL 1ST, 2018

publisher@coachellavalleyweekly.com coachellavalleyweekly.com facebook.com/cvweekly twitter.com/cvweekly1 Publisher & Editor Tracy Dietlin Art Director Robert Chance Sales Team Domingo Winstead Club Crawler Nightlife Editor Phil Lacombe Feature Writers Lisa Morgan, Rich Henrich, Heidi Simmons, Denise Ortuno Neil, Morgan James, Avery Wood, Tricia Witkower Writers/Contributors: Robin Simmons, Rick Riozza, Eleni P. Austin, Noe Gutierrez, Craig Michaels, Bronwyn Ison, Janet McAfee, Haddon Libby, Dale Gribow, Laura Hunt Little, Jason Hall, Raymond Bill, Sam DiGiovanna, Rob Brezny, Sunny Simon, Dr. Peter Kadile, Bruce Cathcart, Flint Wheeler, Dee Jae Cox, Patte Purcell, Rebecca Pikus, Esther Sanchez, Angela Romeo, Jenny Wallis Photographers Robert Chance, Chris Miller, Esther Sanchez, Laura Hunt Little, Lani Garfield, Scott Pam, George Duchannes Website Editor Bobby Taffolla Distribution Phil Lacombe, William Westley

CONTENTS Empire Polo Club Opening Day.......... 3 Theatre - The Fifth Of July................... 5 PSIFF - Student Screening Day........... 6 PSIFF - True Stories: "Mankiller"...... 6-7 Palm Desert's LiveWell Festival.......... 7 GCVCC Business Profiles..................... 8 Good Grub - El Ranchito...................... 8 H.O.B.P. Record Release Party w/ Brain Vat/ Aboleth/ Sleazy Cortez.... 9 Top Music Picks of 2017 ...................... 9 Consider This - U2.............................. 10 Art Scene............................................ 11 Pet Place............................................. 12 The Vino Voice ................................... 13 Club Crawler Nightlife....................... 14 Pampered Palate- Wildest Greens.....16 Screeners ........................................... 18 Book Review ...................................... 19 Safety Tips ..........................................19 Haddon Libby.................................... 21 Dale Gribow....................................... 21 Sports Scene...................................... 22 Cannabis Corner................................ 22 Free Will Astrology............................ 23 Mind, Body & Spirit........................... 23 Cannabis Corner................................ 24 Life & Career Coach........................... 24

mpire Polo Club is pleased to announce their 2018 Polo Season schedule, which began on Sunday, December 31st and continues through April 1st, 2018. Sunday Polo kicked off on with a soft opening on Sunday, December 31st with two featured matches, one at 12:00 noon and the second at 2:00 p.m. The official “Opening Day & Hat Day” at Empire Polo Club is scheduled for Sunday, January 7th, 2018. What’s New This Season? Spectators will enjoy upgraded and expanded VIP seating this season. Decorative stone has been installed on the terraces along with additional shaded seating areas. The lunch menu has been updated and will offer a variety of savory selections. Sunday Polo games are scheduled every week from December 31st through April 1st, 2018. Sunday Polo games are at 12 noon and 2 p.m. The polo club will be closed on Sunday, January 14th and again on Sunday, March 4th. General Admission is FREE with a $20 parking fee for all Sunday afternoon polo games. Tailgaters are welcome; space along the sidelines is available on a first come, first served basis. Bleacher seating is also available in the General Admission area. Spectators are welcome to bring their own food and beverages into the General Admission area. Food and beverage service

is also available for purchase. VIP Admission is $30 per person and includes parking, VIP seating and a complimentary Champagne Divot Stomp. The VIP seating area is located in front of the Olympic-peaked tents on the west side of the main polo field and offers field-side covered seating. Spectators can also watch Sunday football games while enjoying polo at the VIP Sports Lounge and Bar, located adjacent to the VIP seating area. The Sports Lounge offers viewers three flat screens featuring Sunday football games and other popular sports. Reservations for VIP seating are highly recommended. Food and beverage service is available onsite during Sunday matches. For VIP reservations or group rates please call 760-393-7298 or email tonyschieffer@ empirepolo.com. No outside food or beverages are allowed in the VIP area. The entrance for Sunday games is on Ave. 50 between Monroe St. and Madison St. Empire Polo Club offers Friday night “Polo Under The Lights” on select dates in February and March. Admission, tailgating and parking are free on Friday nights. Spectators are welcome to bring their own food and beverages to this event. If you plan to tailgate, be sure to arrive early to get a good spot. Bleacher seating is

also available. There is beverage service onsite during the Friday night games. The entrance for Friday night games is on Ave. 50 between Monroe St. and Madison St. 2018 Friday Night “Polo Under the Lights” Game Schedule 5:30 PM Friday, February 9th 5:30 PM Friday, February 23rd 6:30 PM Friday, March 16th 6:30 PM Friday, March 30th Admission and parking are free on Friday nights. There isn’t any VIP seating on Fridays, so all parking and tailgating are on a first come, first served basis. Outside food and beverages are allowed (bring a picnic and tailgate) Beverage service is available on the east side of the field Bring chairs and blankets Tailgating spots are available on a first come, first served basis Permanent restrooms are available at the field Dogs are welcome on a leash General Information What to Wear? This is the one of the most frequently asked questions by spectators. We suggest “hats and flats,” as heels sink in the grass and the sun is always shining here in the desert. Polo is a casual affair at Empire Polo Club, so please wear whatever you feel comfortable in. You will see spectators wearing everything from shorts, jeans and flip-flops to sundresses, khakis and button-down shirts. If you plan to attend a Friday night “Polo Under The Lights” game, dress warmly. Why Watch Polo? It’s a great way to spend your Sunday afternoon. Imagine sitting field-side, overlooking a series of continue to page 5

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PSIFF 2018 continued from page 3 immaculate polo fields surrounded by majestic mountains in the distance, while watching one of the fastest team sports on earth. Polo is never boring. Eight players travel at speeds up to 30 miles per hour while riding-off other players, hooking their opponent’s mallets and hitting the ball at full speed. It’s a great spectator sport and general admission is FREE. You can’t beat that! Directions - The entrance for polo games is on Ave. 50 between Madison St. and Monroe St. Polo Entrance - From Interstate 10 take

the Monroe St. exit. Head south on Monroe St. Take a right on Ave. 50 and you will see the Empire entrance gates on the left side of the road. Use the middle gate for tailgating access and General Admission parking. If you are a cabana holder, have VIP reservations for a table or if you are part of a group with reservations, use the third gate to access the VIP parking area. For Friday night games use the middle gate on Ave. 50 to access tailgating on both sides of Field 3. There are no VIP seats for Friday night games. About Empire Polo Club - Established in 1987, Empire Polo Club is one of the largest and most beautiful polo clubs in the country. Empire Polo Club’s facilities

include 12 polo fields, stabling for more than 500 horses and an indoor arena and polo school. Empire hosts polo tournaments for all levels of play. About Polo - Empire Polo Club is a worldclass, international polo club. Players from Canada, Mexico, Argentina, New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, France, Germany, England and other countries travel to the desert to play polo at Empire Polo Club. Players’ ages range from young up-andcomers in their early teens to practiced seniors in their sixties.

FIFTH OF JULY BY LANFORD WILSON

OUR 2017-18 GAY HERITAGE PRODUCTION

studio. Also desiring the property is “Ken’s” eccentric “Aunt Sally”, who wishes to scatter the ashes of her late husband on their land. As the play progresses, past affiliations are explored through dialogue that is sharp and funny and, in the final essence, deeply revealing of lost hopes and dreams and of the bitterness that must be conquered to perceive the good that life can offer. The Desert Rose Playhouse production features the Valley debut of actor Brent Anderson as “Ken”. The high desert’s Ann Van Haney plays “June” and local high school student Monique Burke as the precocious “Shirley”. DRP favorite Jason Hull plays “Jed”, with popular company actors Melanie Blue and Michael Pacas returning from last season’s Clark Gable Slept Here and this year’s Times Square Angel as promising vocalist “Gwen” and her manager/husband “John”. Also returning to our stage is veteran actress Alden West as batty “Aunt Sally” and Times Square Angel chorus boy James Owens as “Wes Hurley”, Gwen’s guitarist. Jim Strait is directing, Robbie Wayne designs the set and costumes, and Phil Murphy is designing the lights. “This is one of the most incredibly wellwritten, beautifully acted, profound and moving and often hilarious plays it has ever been my privilege to see in the American theater.” -NY Daily News “Few contemporary playwrights are

Polo is a pro-am sport and co-ed. Men and women compete together on teams that are handicapped by the total sum of its players’ handicaps. Each player has a handicap, similar to golf. Handicaps range from -2 to 10, with 10 being the best in the world. Teams compete in tournaments that are categorized by handicap level. Empire Polo Club 81-800 Ave. 51, Indio, CA 92201 VIP & Group Reservations: 760-393-7298 www.EmpirePolo.com

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THE DESERT ROSE PLAYHOUSE PRESENTS he Desert Rose Playhouse, the Coachella Valley’s LGBTQ+ Stage Company, will present Lanford Wilson’s Fifth of July as our sixth season’s Gay Heritage Production, opening Friday, January 12, 2018, for a four-week run. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 PM and Sundays at 2 PM, through February 4, 2018. Playwright Wilson was one of the pioneers of LGBT Theatre in New York and went on to a Pulitzer-Prize winning career with many Broadway and film credits. Previous DRP Gay Heritage productions include The Boys in the Band, Love! Valour! Compassion! and Angels in America, Part One. Fifth of July is set in the 1970s in a sprawling farmhouse in Lebanon, Missouri. It is the home of “Ken Talley”, a disabled gay Viet Nam veteran, and his botanist lover, Jed. They are visited by Ken’s sister, June, and her precocious teenage daughter Shirley, and by Gwen and John—the former a hard-living, pill-popping heiress who aspires to be a rock star, the latter her wary-eyed husband and manager. All are old friends from their rebellious UC Berkeley college days in the 1960’s where they were protestors and political activists who worked for what they hoped would be a better world. The action of this play, one of a trilogy of plays exploring varied facets of the Talley family, centers on Gwen’s offer to buy the Talley farm to convert it to a recording

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as humane, or as wise as Lanford Wilson. There aren’t many plays to see that are as interesting and absorbing and feeling and funny as this.” - Cue Magazine “The characters are mostly flamboyant, their dialogue crackles with laugh-inducing lines and we find ourselves dazzled by Wilson’s virtuoso writing.” - The Hollywood Reporter The Desert Rose Playhouse is a project of Desert Rose Productions, Inc., a 501(c)

(3) non-profit corporation. Fifth of July continues Desert Rose Productions’ mission to produce and present literate, relevant and entertaining plays and musicals for LGBTQ and Gay-Friendly theatregoers in the Coachella Valley. Tickets are $37 for evening performances and $34 for matinees, which includes a $2 per ticket Facility Fee. Go online at www.desertroseplayhouse. org or call 760-202-3000 to order tickets. Calendar: Fifth of July, by Lanford Wilson, Our Gay Heritage Production Where: The Desert Rose Playhouse, 69620 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 When: January 12 – February 4, 2018; performances Friday and Saturday evenings at 8 PM; Sundays at 2 PM. Tickets: $37.00 Friday & Saturday evenings and $34.00 Sundays matinees, including a $2 facility fee To order: Online at www. desertroseplayhouse.org or call 760-2023000.

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PSIFF: STUDENT SCREENING DAY

he Palm Springs International Film Festival is produced by the Palm Springs International Film Society, a not for profit organization. The Film Society’s mission is “to cultivate and promote the art and science of film through education and cross-cultural awareness.” That’s what makes the PSIFF “Student Screening Day” such an important component of the festival. And, it is the screening most anticipated by students throughout the Coachella Valley. The event screens two films and provides lunch for 1,300 students from 10 different high schools. Now in its 11th year, the PSIFF has expanded the program to two days holding screenings at both Palm Springs High School and Indio High School. Student Screening Day will present films from the 29th Annual PSIFF catalogue to give CV kids the opportunity to interact after the screening and learn firsthand from the director, cast, and creators of the films. High school teens love this event! They arrive at the auditorium at 8:30am, meet organizers and then see the first movie followed by a Q&A. They break for lunch, catered by local favorite Aspen Mills, and then see the final film and participate in the

Q&A. It is a day full of new ideas, cultural stimulation and creative expression. Every year, students are exposed to world cinema and a culture different than their own. The films in the student program include: “Stumped” (Documentary, 72 Minutes) When Will Lautzenheiser’s arms and legs are amputated following a bacterial infection, his life is derailed and he turns to stand-up comedy as a therapeutic and creative outlet. In the meantime, a world-famous medical team is performing transplants that restore bodies to unprecedented levels. Despite grave risks, Lautzenheiser agrees to undergo an experimental double-arm transplant in the hope of reclaiming his independence. Guests: Director Robin Berghuas and Will Lautzenheiser, subject of the documentary, will be in attendance for post screening Q&A! “Ayla, The Daughter of War” (Narrative Feature, 125 Minutes) An exploration of family, sacrifice, and love tells the heartwarming true story of a young Turkish soldier who takes in a stranded five-year-old discovered on the battlefields of the Korean War. Guests: Director Can Ulkay, Producer

PSIFF TRUE STORIES: “MANKILLER”

eople may not be aware that the Coachella Valley’s desert floor was divided like a checkerboard to separate the Native residents from their land. It has taken decades for local tribes to regain their sovereignty and restore a semblance of tribal life. Under the United States government, Native Americans across the country were forced onto reservations and stripped of their human rights and dignity. Globally, indigenous people continue to suffer. In the True Stories segment of the Palm Springs International Film Festival, the documentary “Mankiller” shares the amazing life, vision and commitment of Wilma P. Mankiller, who returned to her homeland in Oklahoma to become the first woman Principle Chief of the Cherokee Nation. Directed by Valerie Red-Horse Mohl, the 74-minute feature includes archival film footage, photos and interviews with Mankiller and those who knew her best. Told without the use of a narrator and using Mankiller’s own words and voice, the documentary reveals a heroic and humble leader. Gale Ann Hurd is the Executive Producer of “Mankiller.” Known for producing highenergy, testosterone-driven, mega-fun adventures like “The Walking Dead,” “The Terminator” trilogy, “Aliens,” “The Abyss,” and “Tremors” to name but a few, CVW wanted to know why a powerful blockbuster Hollywood producer was interested in making a little documentary about the life of Wilma Mankiller.

Did you know Wilma Mankiller? “I did not. She passed away in 2010 and we started the project in 2011. Her daughters Gena and Felicia, her husband Charlie Soap were co-producers and very involved in the project.” How did you get involved with the documentary? “This is my third documentary about Native American subjects. My partner in all three is Valerie Red-Horse Mohl who is half Cherokee. When I was chair of the Academy Nicholl Fellowship, I read a script about code talkers. I was interested in doing a narrative film about the Navajo Code Talkers and I reached out to Native Americans, one was Valerie. They ask ‘why are you telling a fictional story? Why not tell the real story and do a documentary.’ So that’s where it started. We did “True Whispers” about the Navajo code talkers in WWII and “Choctaw Code Talkers” in WWI.

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Mustafa Uslu, Actor Kim Seoul and other cast members will be in attendance for post screening Q&A. The Film society’s vision is to “strive for a world in which enlightenment, knowledge and tolerance prevail.” They believe film as an art form has the power to bridge cultures and illuminate the universality of the human experience. Coachella Valley students are provided an opportunity through film to experience the greater world and identify with those who are different.

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In the code talker films, we chose to have a narrator, but for the “Mankiller” documentary we realized that narration would compromise the integrity so we thought Wilma should tell her own story.” What did you learn about Wilma that most surprised you? “Her perseverance. That has inspired me every day since. Wilma survived a forced relocation from her home in Oklahoma to San Francisco. They lived in poverty. Wilma found community everywhere she went. She was fearless. Wilma returned to her ancestral land and in a short period of time, went from living in a car with her daughters on Mankiller Flats

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The film society “aims for a leadership role in providing an extensive forum for multicultural exchange in the Coachella Valley and beyond.” The Student Screening Day is the first step in achieving this mission and vision. “Stumped” and “Ayla, The Daughter of War” are also screening for general audiences as part of the wider festival. Be sure to check venues, dates, times and availability. For tickets, schedules and more information go to www.psfilmfest.org or call 800-898-PALM.

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to being first Deputy Chief and then Chief in less than seven years. It’s such a remarkable journey. So whenever we’re having a bad day, we only have to think about what Wilma went through and what she was able to achieve. I think that’s why she was one of the icons for the women’s march on Washington last January.” Wilma overcame many obstacles and worked hard to serve her people before she became Chief. As a successful Hollywood producer, working in a male dominated environment much like Wilma, how did you relate to her drive and leadership?

www.coachellavalleyweekly.com “What’s so remarkable about Wilma is that she looked at herself as a servant leader; as someone who put the best interests of her community and nation first. In the Hollywood environment that’s very important, because every film, every TV series, every project is a collaboration. I think it’s very similar. You need to be someone who can inspire, cajole and persevere, and find a way to reach a consensus. Wilma was able to lead in a bipartisan fashion even being a liberal Democrat. She was asked to run with Chief Ross Swimmer, who today, is a conservative Republican. That shows that people all get along regardless of their beliefs if they can share a common work ethic and a belief in servant leadership.” Wilma operated with a clear moral imperative, had a great sense of compassion and led selflessly. It was never about her, but about helping those she

served. Was Wilma unique this way or is there a secret to living a life of service? “Wilma serves as a great role model because we’re seeing more and more politicians these days who seem to go into politics only out of their own self-interest or in the interest of the very powerful and the very rich. Yet, there have been many servant leaders in the past like Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt, who really did put the community and nation first. I’m hoping this documentary will remind people how important it is to put their constituents first.” What do you want the audience to take away from Wilma’s incredible story? “To keep Wilma’s legacy alive. It’s important to know that servant leadership is incredibly difficult. She was attacked for many reason --gender, political nature, people with their own private agendas and agendas different from hers. But

START YOUR NEW YEAR ON THE RIGHT FOOT WITH PALM DESERT’S LIVEWELL FESTIVAL

et the New Year off on the right foot at the desert’s largest health and wellness event, the 2nd annual Palm Desert LiveWell Festival in the Palm Desert Civic Center Park (43900 San Pablo Ave Palm Desert, CA 92260) on January 6, 2018 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Palm Desert’s LiveWell Festival, brings together more than 100 of the most inspiring entrepreneurs, healthcare leaders, scientists, doctors, and health transformers in Greater Palm Springs. The event is an all-inclusive mindbody-spirit wellness festival. It serves as an education forum focused on healthy living, physical fitness, proper nutrition,

bodywork, spiritual peace, and medicine. Guests will experience all of the fun and excitement, as MyCityEveryday.com will provide complimentary live entertainment, interactive fitness exhibits, a health & wellness awards and free admission to all festival attendees. The festival also features a huge 1.5 K color run and has special musical performances by local artists. “We are excited to offer the community a fun, entertaining and exciting place to jumpstart New Year’s resolutions and provide resources for attendees to achieve longterm fitness goals,” said Seth Cash, Founder/Creative Director of The LiveWell Festival.

what I love about Wilma is she listened to all sides before she made a decision. She would always go in with an open mind. And because of that, she really enjoyed the trust of the Cherokee nation, Native tribes around the world and the US government. We held screenings in Washington DC. We had Adam Shift, a Democrat, and Tom Cole, who is a Republican and a member of the Chickasaw Nation. They both presented the film and then spoke to the creative caucus in a bipartisan way. There was Judy Chu, a Democrat, and Republican, Doug Collins. It was important to Valerie and me to present the documentary to honor Wilma’s sense of bipartisanship. It’s another way to recognize Wilma, the Cherokee and the many tribes across the country.” What is your connection to Palm Springs? “I grew up in Palm Springs. My father retired and moved to Palm Springs when I

BY TRACY DIETLIN In an effort to raise awareness and encourage a healthy lifestyle, The LiveWell Festival is teaming up with the American Cancer Society and 10 other desert charities to sell the LiveWell Band for $25 per person. The LiveWell Band provides special perks, freebies, and discounts to the over 100 exhibitors at the LiveWell Festival. The perks last for the entire month of January. (Over $6,000 in perks). 50% of the proceeds benefit the charities and schools of the Coachella Valley. LiveWell Bands can be purchased online at www. LiveWellFestival.org. “I’m so excited to see the LiveWell Festival become an annual routine for the Valley to start the new year off on the right foot,” shared Co-Executive Producer,

January 4 to January 10, 2018 was ten. It was a very different place then. Very different. I went to Palm Valley, then Nellie Coffman and Palm Springs High School. I graduated in 1973. I received permission from the tribe to ride my horse and hike in the Indian canyons -- Murray and Palm Canyon. I have a particular love for the canyons and desert ecology. I remember when the Indians opened it to the public, and suddenly there was litter and trash. It was sad. I like to sit in at screenings of “Mankiller” and I’m often amazed at the reactions. Sometimes I think we are right back at the beginning again. When you see what’s happening at Bears Ear Monument in Utah, or the Keystone pipeline, I think indigenous rights and treaties are being trampled once again. Through Wilma’s example, we have to take inspiration from her and persevere and not give up or get disillusioned because Wilma endured a lot more.” ----------------------------------------------------Hurd will be at all the PSIFF “Mankiller” screenings to talk about the documentary. Director Red-Horse Mohl will be present on the January 5 and 6 screenings only. Fri., Jan. 5, 8:00pm Regency Theater Sat., Jan. 6, 5:30pm Regency Theater Sat., Jan. 13, 11:00am Mary Pickford Be sure to check all the dates, times and availability. For tickets, schedules and more information go to www.psfilmfest.org or call 800-898-PALM.

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Alexandra Miklosova. “It’s a special thing really, to have the community come together, celebrate wellness and share a day in the park,” said Cash. The LiveWell Festival is sponsored by The City of Palm Desert, Renova Energy, The Living Desert, Laser and Skin Center, Massage Trilogy, and Enchanted Memories, it is also the featured Palm Desert First Weekend event. The LiveWell Festival is partnering with many desert charities including American Cancer Society, Desert Cancer Foundation, Cancer Partners (Formally Gilda’s House) and many others. For more information, go to www.LiveWellFestival.org or call (760) 424-2002.

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GCVCC BUSINESSPROFILE CABINETS OF THE DESERT – AMERICAN MADE & COST COMPETITIVE QUALITY CABINETRY

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abinets of the Desert is not just another cabinetry company. Their principal was a successful remodeling contractor who saw a need for a different kind of cabinet company and now cabinetry is all they do. Cabinets of the Desert offers limitless design options for quality built customizable cabinetry for kitchens, bathrooms, bars and entertainment centers. They offer a vast selection of door styles with a very large selection of finishes. Cabinets of the Desert features all American made cabinets to the client’s specifications. With a full hands-on appreciation of all of the construction elements touched upon by cabinetry, Cabinets of the Desert has the broad practical and design experience to be truly responsive to the cabinetry needs of their clients. You can rely upon the Cabinets of the Desert team for a quick response to initial contact, fast quotes, professional design by Kitchen & Bath Designers, fast turnaround, friendly customer service, communication & follow-up as well as predictable delivery and expert installation. If you are considering updating your cabinets call or visit Cabinets of the Desert for innovative design and quality cabinetry. The dedicated team at Cabinets of the Desert will work with you every step of the way to create your new dream kitchen, bath or cabinet project.

Visit the Cabinets of the Desert showroom which is centrally located at 73700 Dinah Shore Dr. Su. 302 Palm Desert, CA 92211, contact Cabinets of the Desert at 760-770-3322 or visit their website at www. cabinetsofthedesert.com.

DESERT DIGITAL MEDIA

esert Digital Media is the Coachella Valley’s Digital Media and Social Media Agency, Google Partner. For small to mid-sized businesses there are opportunities to grow by leveraging a modern and updated online presence to get more visibility without having to spend thousands of dollars on traditional advertising. There are several social media channels that make up the digital landscape and as a Google Partner they will manage everything from your new mobile 1st website, Facebook, Twitter, Google, Yelp and more! Of course having social sites activated is only as valuable as the content, graphics, photos and videos you are posting or

sharing, which is why their services are indispensable! DDM was founded by local investors and technology entrepreneurs that asked themselves…”What’s missing in the Coachella Valley?” The answer was new technology and resources would help local businesses grow. Their in-house support, design and tech team are professional and creative! Their photographers, videographers, graphic designers and Drone Pilot services can really capture the true image of any business. Being owned by local investors gives their digital media agency a real family feel, and makes them more passionate about having a positive impact on the local business community.

GOOD GRUB

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EL RANCHITO REVISITED

ith almost 30 years of serving delicious Mexican dishes, the family owned El Ranchito in the La Quinta Cove keeps their success going, as one of the Coachella Valley’s favorite local restaurants. I remember when I first went to El Ranchito in La Quinta. It was a couple of years after the restaurant opened, and Old Town La Quinta was nothing like it is now. There were few dining spots around in the La Quinta Cove back then, such as the exclusive Robi’s, Chez Monique’s, and Cunards Sandbar. In the mix of it all, was El Ranchito. I recall driving up to the restaurant which stood relatively alone on Calle Estado back then, and with exception of some grown up shrubbery, it looks pretty much the same today. In the early days, they didn’t have a full bar, and offered beer and wine margaritas. But that has long since changed, and with their full bar, there’s no need for a margarita stand in when you can order the real thing. One thing that hasn’t changed is their fantastic food. On my recent visit, seated in their airy patio, I was re-introduced to the flavors of El Ranchito. For my starter, I selected their Ceviche Tostada with marinated shrimp in lemon juice, tomato, onion, cucumber, carrots, and cilantro, all served atop a crispy tortilla. First off, the portion was very ample, it’s really enough for two lovers of Ceviche. And if you do love Ceviche, you will adore El Ranchitos. The shrimp were tender and wore the marinade in a refreshing, tart manner. Excellent! Other starters include, Flautas (three rolled flour tortillas, stuffed with shredded beef, served with lettuce and tomato, topped with cheese and sour cream on the side), or their creative take on Chili Gueros (stuffed yellow peppers with a mix of Al Pastor, Carne Asada, and shrimp, topped with melted cheese with mayo and their special sauce on the side), plus many more. I honestly would have been happy with another order of their Ceviche, but I needed to expand my experience and move on to another selection. I chose a one item combination plate, with their Pork Tamale

with rice and beans. The tamale had a respectable masa to meat ratio and came with a side of rich mole sauce for dipping. The accompaniment of their fluffy Mexican style rice and silky smooth, “I want more” refried beans completed the plate. El Ranchito offers many other menu items, such as a variety of Burritos which include Carne Asada (guacamole and tomatillo sauce), Shrimp (sautéed rice, ranchero salsa, chipotle dressing), Chili Verde (pork slow cooked in tomatillo sauce with beans) and many others. Or try house specialties such as the Carnitas (Michoacán style, with guacamole, rice, beans and tortillas), or Carne Al Chipotle (steak strips simmered in house made chipotle sauce, served with rice, beans and tortillas) just to name a few. El Ranchito also has breakfast, served all day with selections like Machaca (shredded beef, eggs, bell pepper, onion, rice and beans), Huevos Ranchero (two corn tortillas, two eggs, and ranchero sauce) among other items. Besides their La Quinta Cove location, El Ranchito also has their Taco Shop spot off of Hwy 111 in the Stater Brothers shopping area in La Quinta. It’s a great place for a quick bite, or to-go food (I love their Grilled Chicken Salad). There’s no question why El Ranchito has long been a valley favorite. With delicious traditional Mexican food, cozy cove location and family owned dedication, it’s certainly possible that they will be around for another 30 years. El Ranchito is located at 78-039 Calle Estado, La Quinta El Ranchito Taco Shop is located at 78540 Hwy 111, Ste A1-3, La Quinta For more information visit www. elranchitolq.com.

LOCAL MUSIC SPOTLIGHT

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January 4 to January 10, 2018

BY NOE GUTIERREZ

BRAIN VAT ALBUM RELEASE ‘MULTIVERSE’ ABOLETH AND SLEAZY CORTEZ TO SUPPORT HOUSE OF BROKEN PROMISES EP RELEASE ‘TWISTED’ HAPPY NEW YEAR 2018 FROM ARTHUR SEAY, THE HOOD AND DESERT MUSIC!

ouse of Broken Promises, Brain Vat, Aboleth and Sleazy Cortez will be performing at The Hood Bar & Pizza on Saturday, January 6, 2018 for a token $5 admission fee. HOBP will be celebrating the release of their EP TWISTED as well as showing the premiere of their first single and video from the EP for “TORANADO.” Also commemorating new music is Brain Vat, who recently dropped the fulllength album MULTIVERSE. Both bands will be performing full sets with support from Seay’s friends Aboleth and Sleazy Cortez. You can find MULTIVERSE on iTunes, Spotify, and all other digital music outlets. What’s more, we will be celebrating Arthur Seay’s birthday on this night. Hosting the evening will be Seay himself as well as the Moderator of Metal, Phil Lacombe, of Coachella Valley Weekly and Mystic Avalanche Entertainment. DJ Arty Love will be spinning metal in the main room and DJ streetdrugsdtla out on The Hood courtyard. HOBP just returned from a highly successful European tour that saw them annihilate countries like Italy and Belgium. Mike Cancino, drummer for HOBP exclaimed,

“We are international!” Our “homeboys” are ready to rock their homecoming show. HOBP will have 12 inch vinyl records and CDs for sale as well as a new T-shirt design for this show. houseofbrokenpromises.com heavypsychsounds.com ABOLETH - Based out of Los Angeles, the aberration that is Aboleth is epic fuzz, stoner doom metal from the high California desert. Their brand of heavy desert rock will be displayed to support HOBP and Brain Vat’s releases. In Dungeons & Dragons ‘aboleths’ are some of the most ancient beings in existence. They are a fictitious race of sinister, eel-like oddities with paranormal

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What were your top 3 Albums of the Year? Rick Shelley- Hope Wrapped In Razor Wire, Ani DiFranco-Binary and Derrick Anderson- A World Of My Own Top 3 Singles of the Year? Sharon Jones “Rumors, “Robert Plant “Carry On” & Chris Price “Stop Talking” Top 3 Breakout Artists/Bands of the Year? Bedouine, Rick Shelley, Adobe Collective

Top Concert of the Year? Elvis Costello at the Greek Theatre. What artist surprised you the most this year? Jimmer Podrasky What artist disappointed you the most this year? Beck Top 3 Local Bands/Artists of the Year? Rick Shelley, Teddy Quinn, Son Of The Velvet Rat Favorite Local Concerts/Music Events? Jasmine Rodgers & Rick Shelley, Dali’s Llama and Adobe Collective.

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Top 3 Albums of the year? Fever Ray – Purge, L.A. Witch- L.A. Witch, Run The Jewels - RTJ3 Top 3 Break out artist of the Year? Superorganism. I’ve only heard “Something For My Mind,” but I love it. All Souls. Look them up!

abilities. After listening intently to their ‘EpI Single’ which includes the varying tunes, “No Good,” “Corpsehunter” and “Captain Cheese,” their sound is beyond their years and parallel’s the aboleth characterization. I hear southern slide blues, a lot of fuzz, a strong drum presence, soaring vocals over the top of the tuned down guitars. It’s the perfect melding of heavy music and tragic melodic vocals that bring the synthesis of Janis Joplin and Ronnie James Dio to mind. Instagram: @abolethband Vocals: Brigitte Roka Baguitar: Collyn McCoy aboleththeband.bandcamp.com SLEAZY CORTEZ is Derek Timmons on bass/voice, Luiz Carranza on drums and Nick Hales on guitar. Coachella Valley Weekly spoke with Sleazy Cortez bassist and vocalist Derek Wade Timmons. CVW: Who are you and where are you from? DWT: “I also play in Death In Pretty Wrapping and am a former member of Robotic Humans, Town Troubles and The Monopoly. I’m a Midwest transplant and desert rock nerd. I love old country, funk, and ‘merica.”

Purterbator. Satanic 80’s synth. Top Concerts of the year? Desert Daze. Sleep, earthlings?, Jesika Von Rabbit, Deap Vally, JJUUJJUU, Iggy Pop, John Cale... need I say more? Desert Generator. Brant Bjork, Earthless, Orchid, The Shrine, Yawning Man, and Black Rainbows. SO MUCH FUZZ! BOC benefit. Mojave Lords, Mark Lanegan, Chris Goss, surprise Nick Oliveri performance, and super surprise Eagles Of Death Metal set! Super-secret Fireball Ministry show that may or may not have happened, but if it did happen, I was there. RTC Mobile Vinyl opening show. I got all of my favorite local bands to play and got Sean Wheeler to MC. Black Pussy and Waxy at The Hood. Both bands sounded amazing. Even with a random dude doing sound. What artist surprised you the most this year?

CVW: Sleazy Cortez sounds like a dingy, dark and seedy Mexican taqueria. Where do you guys eat your tacos? DWT: “Filthy McNasty’s, a little joint in TJ where we once were employed in a monthlong residence, playing three hour sets every night, getting paid in tacos and Sol Chavelas. Also Del Taco, El Mexicali Cafe II.” CVW: Describe the Sleazy Cortez sound. DWT: “Bang your head slow, with a funky jerk. If Grand Funk and 70’s ZZ Top had a baby where the mom drank too much while pregnant, but did pipe some Primus into the womb.” CVW: What makes making music in the desert different than any other part of the world? DWT: “An overabundance of talented and creative musicians. Plus that Snowbird Golf Course Sound.” CVW: What’s coming up for Sleazy? DWT: “Bargain bin lo-fi cd-r’s, The Piss Drunk Punk EP, more shows, and bloating our three-piece performance to a laser-light fueled amalgam of backing tapes and go-go dancers. Also I’ve been working on my bass player joke routine.” CVW: What does 2018 mean to you? DWT: “In the Mayan calendar, 2018 is the Year of The Lot Lizard.” This show bolsters the belief that heavy, hard and metal music remains alive in the Coachella Valley. These musicians are happy with what they are doing and pursuing something they love. Come experience the passion of their performance. A thriving scene requires the support of its community. We look forward to seeing you there! sleazycortez.bandcamp.com

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All Souls. Tony Tornay’s new band is unbelievably good. earthlings?. I always loved them, but their Desert Daze performance was perfection. Jessika Von Rabbit. Her full band brought new levels of awesomeness to her show. What artist disappointed you the most this year? QOTSA. The new album Villains. Still great, just not as good as expected. LCD Soundsystem. Just wow. Complete crap out of the speakers with the new album. Top 3 Best Local Bands? You Know Who. Come on... you really do know who. The Hellions - Almost 20 years of straight up butt kicking Rock n Roll. Tribesmen - mind blowing instrumental band of younger dudes from Coachella. Their set at Campout was the best set at the show.

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BY ELENI P. AUSTIN

“SONGS OF EXPERIENCE” (ISLAND RECORDS)

f you came of age in the early ‘80s, chances are you remember U2 as one of the most vital, exciting and innovative bands of that era. These days, your kids probably view them as the musical equivalent of Mom Jeans. The Dublin four-piece, which features vocalist Bono, (ne’ Paul Hewson), bassist Adam Clayton, drummer Larry Mullen, Jr. and the Edge (ne’ Dave Evans) on guitar, formed 42 years ago. 14 year old Larry placed a notice on their school bulletin board in search of musicians. Initially, the Edge’s older brother, Dik was also in the group, (rather briefly as the Larry Mullen Band), along with friends Ivan McCormick and Peter Martin, first known as Feedback, and they primarily covered Beatles and Stones songs. By 1977, they were down to a quartet; their sound was heavily influenced by the burgeoning Punk movement, as it fell in line with their limited musicianship. Within months they played their first official gig as The Hype, but by 1978 they settled on the U2 moniker. In their final year of high school, they competed in, and won a talent contest sponsored by Guinness. First prize included time in a real recording studio. Pretty soon they were being represented by Stranglers’ manager Paul McGuiness, who lined up a few gigs in London. As their fan base increased, they were offered a record deal with Island Records, home to Bob Marley, Traffic and Nick Drake. It was a heady time for four Catholic lads still in their late teens. Their debut, aptly entitled Boy, arrived in late 1980. Produced by Steve Lillywhite, it offered a surprisingly expansive sound. Razor sharp, it drafted off Punk’s explosive energy, lyrically, it never shied away from the band’s ecumenical outlook. Soon U2 was opening for kindred spirits like the Talking Heads and their record had inched into the Billboard Top 100. Their sophomore effort, October, arrived in late 1981. It achieved even more commercial success. In Great Britain it peaked at #11 on the charts. MTV, then in its infancy, began showcasing the band’s videos, it felt as though they were on the brink of greatness. 1983 proved to be their watershed year. In the Spring they released their iconic War album. It hit the U.K. charts at #1 and quickly gained traction in the U.S. A brilliant distillation of Punk spirit, epic instrumentation and trenchant lyrics, it catapulted the band to arena headliners. A live EP recorded at Red Rocks cemented U2’s status as one of the most popular and important bands

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in the world. Their ascendance moved at lightning speed. U2 became an unstoppable juggernaut. For their fourth long-player, they were hoping to shake things up, so they sought out producer Brian Eno. The former Roxy Music mastermind had shepherded David Bowie’s game changing Berlin Trilogy in the late ‘70s. Along with Daniel Lanois, he helped shape 1984’s The Unforgettable Fire, which generated their first Top 40 hit in America, a graceful and heartfelt ode to Martin Luther King entitled “Pride (In The Name Of Love).” But it was their fifth effort, Joshua Tree, that propelled U2 to worldwide superstar status. Released in 1987, the record achieved universal critical acclaim. They tackled themes of mortality and redemption, cloaking them in rich melodies and sweeping arrangements. Proclaimed a masterpiece, it was an unstoppable force earning them their first #1 record in America. They closed out the ‘80s with a double live effort, Rattle & Hum, which was accompanied by an earnest, yet pretentious concert documentary. As the ‘90s dawned, U2, along with Eno and Lanois had set up camp in a Berlin studio recording their sixth album. Inspirations included David Bowie’s icy Teutonic triptych, Low, Heroes and Lodger, as well as Punk/Poet priestess Patti Smith, and the thriving Madchester scene in England. After a lengthy gestation they released Achtung Baby. Critical Acclaim was matched by commercial success, the mammoth Zoo TV Tour followed and it seemed like U2 could do no wrong. Creatively, they hit a wall with their final two albums of the 20th century. Both were glaring mis-steps. 1993’s Zooropa, felt mired in torpid dance and techno sounds. Side projects, and one-off singles kept the band semi-active for the next four years. Then in 1997, the Pop album jettisoned their anthemic guitar style, delving deeper into Electronica, Ambient sounds and the nascent Drum & Bass movement. Longtime fans were underwhelmed, and ultimately the record was viewed as a disappointment. As the 21st century dawned, the band reunited with Eno and Lanois to record their 10th album. All That You Can’t Leave Behind seemed like a bracing return to form. The album was actually won seven Grammy Awards, and the ensuing “Elevation” tour broke records grossing $110 million dollars. In 2004, they reunited with Producer Steve Lillywhite and released How To Dismantle An Atomic Bomb. Guitar driven and urgent, it offered tart meditations on love, death and spirituality. The album went on to win nine Grammy Awards. Naturally, following two well-received, albeit conventional, records, U2 veered wildly off course again. 2009’s No Line On The Horizon felt dull and derivative. In fact, the lead single, “Get On Your Boots,” felt wholly lifted from Elvis Costello’s epochal Punk standard, “Pump It Up.” After the requisite world tours another five years lapsed before they released their 13th studio effort, Songs Of Innocence; the record practically screamed mid-life crisis. Not only was the album produced by a rotating cast of “hip” producers, (Danger Mouse, Paul Eppworth and Ryan Tedder), the band committed the extreme tactical error of partnering with Apple and the entire record would come pre-loaded on the new iPhone 6 smart phone. It was also added, Big Brother style, to every Apple user’s digital library, sans

permission. The backlash was swift and merciless. Millennials didn’t give a shit about U2 music, and the download was characterized as musical “junk mail.” The promotional gambit completely overshadowed the album’s content, but the reviews were mixed at best. Critics complained the music drafted off newer hit makers like Imagine Dragons and Airborne Toxic Event. It felt as though U2 was chasing its tail. Now, after a three year absence, the band has returned with Songs Of Experience, characterized as a companion piece to Songs Of Innocence. Whereas …Innocence concentrated their teenage beginnings, …Experience focuses on the world at large and the myriad changes that have accompanied the last few years. The first three tracks, attack, in classic U2 fashion. “Love Is All We Have Left,” serves as a breathless overture, awash with cinematic strings, Bono’s croon-y vocals and lyrical platitudes that seem bumper sticker-ready. (“Nothing to stop this from being the best day ever”). On “Lights Of Home,” shards of metallic guitar collide with tensile bass lines, crashing drums and expansive piano. The lyrics tap into that rugged brand Of Christianity U2 practically pioneered. The search for soul-salvation Is prickly, yet predictable; “Oh Jesus if I’m still your friend, what the Hell, what the hell you got for me?” A spatial guitar solo and Gospel choir coda bring it all back home. Bono’s stentorian vocals are out in front of “You’re The Best Thing About Me,” followed closely by the Edge’s scattershot riff-age and a crunchy backbeat. Muscular verses fold into sweet choruses, as tightrope bass lines underscore incendiary guitar pyrotechnics on the instrumental break. The song echoes their epic ‘80s heft, rendering it nearly irresistible. The album feels front-loaded with crowdpleasers, and the next two tracks, “Get Out Of Your Own Way” and “American Soul” are casually intertwined. The melody and arrangement of the former shares the same emotional and ecclesiastic uplift they perfected on their “City Of Lights” song from 2004. Gossamer Synths glitter beneath a propulsive beat and layered guitar. The lyrics seem address and encourage the heterogenerous protest movements that have sprung up in the wake of America’s reality star presidency; “Fight back, don’t take it lying down you have to bite back, the face of liberty is starting to crack/She had a plan until she got a smack in the mouth and it all went south.” A combustible sermon, delivered with fire and brimstone by Kendrick Lamar, (arguably the most interesting Hip-Hop artist on the planet these days), connects “Get Out…” to “American Soul.” The latter kicks into gear with Mastodon

power chords and a bludgeoning beat. It quickly accelerates into a Glam-tastic stomp. A cautious love-letter to America (this country has been a decades-long obsession for these Dublin lads), the lyrics contend “It’s not a place, this is a dream the whole world owns/The pilgrim’s face, it had your heart to call her home.” Sweetly inclusive sentiments if you forget Native American genocide. Despite a corny chorus, this yelp-y call to arms has its heart in the right place, and the Punky instrumental break features strafing staccato guitars, air raid synths and a cataclysmic rhythm. The best songs here are “Summer Of Love,” “The Showman (A Little More Better),” and “Red Flag Days.” “Summer…” doesn’t refer to the 50 year old phenomenon that occurred in San Francisco, that popularized (and ultimately killed) the hippie movement. Modal guitar notes crest over a slip-stitch rhythm and see-saw strings, locking into a slinky cha-cha-cha. Although Bono’s mien is seductive and intimate his concerns are geo-political, focusing on Syrian refugees; “I’ve been thinking of the West Coast, not the one that everyone knows/In the rubble of Aleppo, flowers blooming in the shadows for a summer of love.” Strummy acoustic guitars lock into a Latin lilt on “The Showman…” effortlessly echoing Dublin’s hometown heroes, Thin Lizzy. Bono sounds appealingly humble as he confesses “It is what it is, but it’s not what it seems, this screwed Up stuff is the stuff of dreams/I got enough low self-esteem to get me where I want to go.” Swaggering power chords announce the arrival of “Red Flag Days,” buttressed by a kinetic martial cadence. It’s a sleek kissin’ cousin to “Sunday Bloody Sunday.” Striving to be anthemic, the lyrics feel stirring and passionate, about, umm…surfing? Or maybe sex, the metaphor is unclear, but the arrangement is compelling enough to overlook it. Other interesting tracks include the atmospheric melancholia of “The Little Things” and the fluttery encomium of “Landlady.” The rumbly tesla coil spark of “The Black Out,” is a dystopian manifesto that takes a snotty swipe at the Cheeto-in-chief; “Statues fall, Democracy is flat on its back, Jack/We had it all, and what we had is not coming back, Zac/A big mouth says the people they don’t want to be free For free.” The album closes with “13 (There Is A Light).” Funereal keys lap over a stripped-down arrangement that highlights Bono’s plaintive voice. An unvarnished paean to a higher power, the lyrics offer hope and comfort in these very dark times; “I know the world is done, but you don’t have to be, I’ve got a question for the child in you before it leaves/Are you tough enough to be kind? Do you know your heart has its own mind? Darkness gathers around the light, hold on, hold on.” Yes, Kendrick Lamar is featured on this record, as is Lady Ga-Ga and even those droopy Haim sisters, thankfully, they don’t really alter U2’s tried and true sound. Their need to remain au courant nearly sabotages their hit-making instincts. Speeding toward age 60, these guys must realize they’ll never be the scrappy upstarts that threw down the musical gauntlet with War. That was 35 years ago! It’s about time U2 embraces their elder statesmen status. Songs Of Experience is a step in the right direction.

ART SCENE

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January 4 to January 10, 2018

BY ANGELA ROMEO

ART IN THE NEW YEAR

he New Year is here and art continues to thrive in the Coachella Valley and the High Desert. With its usual fanfare The Palm Springs International Film Festival is in full swing. This festival runs through January 15th. Showcasing works from around the globe the festival is seen as a barometer to Cannes Film Festival and the Academy of Arts OSCAR® awards. All information is available at www.psfilmfest. org.

Fusion Art has two open calls for artists. Fusion Art will host its third annual Artist Spotlight juried art competition. This competition happens four times per year and from each competition nine artists are selected. While there is no theme or media restriction, artists must have a cohesive body of work with a minimum of five and a maximum of twenty pieces of art. Artist Spotlight is designed to highlight those artists who have a cohesive, quality, and body of work to showcase. The Artist Spotlight applications will close on January 20, 2018. Nine winners will be selected and notified of their acceptance as an Artist Spotlight winner by January 22, 2018. The Artist Spotlight exhibitions will open on February 1, 2018 and continue for three months. In addition, Fusion Art is hosting submissions for its 3rd Annual Leaves & Petals online juried art exhibition for the month of February 2018. Artists are encouraged to share their artistic vision and interpretation of flowers, leaves, herbs, plants, shrubs, bushes, hedges and other botanical or floral subjects. The artwork can range from realism to surrealism to abstraction. Awards will be given in awards in two categories - “Traditional” Art and “Photography & Digital” Art. Information on these competitions is available at fusionartps.com. JTAG Gallery continues its tradition of bringing unique art to the High Desert. In January JTAG will present new work by Artist Blake Baxter. Entitled Form and Void Baxter’s work will feature a series of sand-

based paintings in which black and white are the only paint colors used. The artist stated that “(T) these pieces are constructed with minimal materials: washed sand, acrylic paint, polymer, & varnish. I follow a repeatable process of sequenced steps that yields variation regardless of my efforts to minimize the same. This variety evidences a reliable pattern of change. The result is a communication of unstructured data, which, when met by perception, seeks to establish form. The values in the data, like the materials, are minimal: color, geometric composition, texture, reflectivity, size. Defining the relationship of these values requires some interpretative consideration. One might see a single piece recreated over and over, or individual pieces grouped by common values (whole field vs. broken field compositions, for example), or wholly unique objects defined by their relative distances from each other in time and space. As such, these are exercises in the interpretative power of consciousness; through mindful observation, one might be left to question the supposition that seeing is indeed, believing.” Information on this and upcoming JTAG Shows is available at joshuatreeartgallery. com. The Palm Springs Public Art Commission is accepting entries for its yearly Adult Art show. This year’s theme is Bold & Bright. The prospectus states that the juried show is looking for work that is “not timid. Instead, works that boldly declare a creative vision and challenges the viewer to wake up, rise to their feet, activate levels of energy, and view the world in bright, vivid, exciting Technicolor — even if the art is created in black and white.” Entries are due on Monday January 29. Application and other information is available at www.palmspringspublicart.org. Art continues to make the Coachella Valley a destination. The year 2018 already shows that we will not be disappointed.

January 4 to January 10, 2018

PET PLACE

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BY JANET McAFEE

ANIMAL HOARDING AND A TRANSFORMATION

oarding is a horrible form of animal cruelty, affecting almost 300,000 animals every year. These cases can involve hundreds of animals, and when discovered, overburden our already crowded public shelters. Animal hoarding is characterized by an obsessive collecting of animals, and the inability to provide minimal levels of nutrition, sanitation, and veterinary care. Hoarders are in denial as to the lack of care for the animals. Animal hoarding is covered implicitly under every state animal cruelty statute, but cases are often difficult to prosecute. The victims can’t testify, and our crowded court system prioritizes crimes against humans. These two Inland Empire hoarding cases happened back in 2014, but sadly cases like it surface every year. On the July 4th holiday that year, over 50 dogs and cats were seized from a property in the high desert city of Phelan as part of an ongoing animal neglect investigation. They were surrendered to San Bernardino County Animal Care and Control and taken to their shelter at Devore, already crowded with animals fleeing holiday fireworks. The vast majority of them were Shih Tzus, a highly prized small breed of dogs.

MEET WINTER This gorgeous kitty could be your “purrfect” match, animal ID#A1383160. Meet Winter and the other beautiful cats at the Coachella Valley Animal Campus, 72050 Pet Land Place, Thousand Palms. www.rcdas.org Call (760) 343-3644.

MEET SNOWY Sweet Snowy was rescued from a local hoarding situation by Loving All Animals. He is now groomed, neutered and ready to meet you. He’s a 13 pound cutie pie, but we are still trying to guess his breed. Contact www.lovingallanimals.org. (760) 834-7000

I was shocked when I went to see the dogs. They looked like little alien creatures, their fur in dreadlocks full of feces, debris and food, almost unrecognizable as canines. It looked like fecal dreadlocks hanging down from their faces. Their horrific odor permeated the facility. It was heartbreaking to see how they struggled to move about with their “helmet like” matting. Doug Smith, Supervising Animal Control Officer at the Devore shelter, described the dogs, “They went through an amazing transformation once they were groomed. Initially they barely moved. The dogs didn’t seem to like water, but after they were groomed they became engaged with each other and wanted to interact with people.” The shelter staff worked diligently to promote their adoption. The San Bernardino county shelter in Devore, about one hour from Palm Springs, is located at 19777 Shelter Way, San Bernardino. Call (909) 386-9820, or check their website at www. sbcounty.gov/acc. Loving All Animals in Palm Desert rescued one of the Shih Tzu’s, a 3-yr-old pup we named Piper who is pictured here. Dogs usually trust quickly, and have a remarkable resilience to overcome the worst of

backgrounds. Piper proved that theory true, a bit timid at first, but soon transforming into a loving and happy creature. Her foster mom describes Piper, “I expected a dog from a hoarding situation to be shy, frightened and uncomfortable around humans. But when I first picked her up she was ready to be hugged and caressed.” Piper wants lots of human touch, perhaps making up for the unbearable years when she didn’t receive this. Dramatic stories grab the attention of the media and the public. The holiday Shih Tzu seizure story went viral on Facebook generating over 30,000 contacts. Media outlets covering this story included KCBC, KTLA, KABC, the Associated Press, the LA Times and the San Bernardino Sun. Adopters and private rescue groups responded to the call, and in a happy update all the dogs went

to new homes or rescue partners. Another case that year also involved hoarding of a specific breed when 61 Shetland Sheepdogs (Shelties) were discovered during a home fire in Riverside. The residents relinquished custody of the dogs to Riverside County Department of Animal Services. The dogs were in good health, though some were fearful. A popular breed, the Shelties were quickly adopted. Our local Riverside county shelter, the Coachella Valley Animal Campus, is located at 72-050 Pet Land Place, in Thousand Palms. Call (760) 343-3644 or view their animals at www.rcdas.org. What can you do to help animals victimized by hoarding? Be vigilant. Contact your local animal control office if you suspect animal abuse or hoarding. If the hoarder is a friend or relative, get them mental health treatment. Sadly, most perpetrators will start collecting animals again after their animals are seized, and even after a criminal conviction. Please be a voice for these animals that cannot call out for help. And of course, if you are seeking a pet this year, please visit your local animal shelter or rescue group. Jmcafee7@verizon.net

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THE VINO VOICE

A NEW YEAR IN CALIFORNIA

appy New Year folks—and welcome, as we look ahead to more cheerful days of wine and rosés. Last time I surprised our valley with California sparkling wine recommendations without a sign of French or Italian in the mix. For the valley’s Europhiles, not to worry, you know we always work internationally here. However, California is so blessed with stellar bubbly that we wish to continue to mention some of these sparkling wines to keep the season satiated. Again, I linger on as a true Champagne lover and all that related French & Italian bubbly; but through the years these delicious sparkling wines I’m discussing below always share the spotlight as the hit of festivities, parties, meals, and intimate times alike: Schramsberg: I became a big fan of these bubblies after fortunately meeting Jack and Jamie Davies, some twenty-five years ago or so, at a wine tasting event held at the venerable and beloved Sycamore Inn located in Rancho Cucamonga. Also present at the tasting was their young—heir apparent—son, Hugh Davies who later became the full-time winemaker at the passing of his parents. Jack Davies was a sparkling wine pioneer producing world-class wine at the time American bubbly wasn’t taken too seriously. Back in 1972, Schramsberg was put on the map when it became the first U.S. wine to be utilized at a state event: the 1969 Schramsberg Blanc de Blancs was the toasting sparkler on hand when President Nixon normalized diplomatic relations with China. Thereafter, a slew of famous Champagne houses came to California to set up shop—you know the names! Even today, the winery’s Blanc continues to bolt out the marketplace, often selling out before the new vintage arrives. Winemaker Notes: “The 2014 Schramsberg Blanc de Blancs has bright and fresh aromas of green

apple, apricot and orange blossom. The fruitful fragrance intermingles with hints of honey and lemon zest. Freshly sliced peaches, pear, and bright pineapple flavors carry vibrant length on the palate.” Wine.com has gone absolutely ga-ga over this Schrams, “One of the world’s best sparkling wines, the 2014 Blanc de Blancs its all of the bells and whistles. This wine exhibits bright core fruits, a hint of floral notes, and an almost-creaminess on the palate.” I’m enjoying a glass of the Blanc right now; of course let me add that, again, I’m utilizing the Riedel Veritas Champagne Wine Glass, which continues to amaze with the quality of the quaff: aromas and flavors simply catapult with both the nuances and complexities of the wine. Take that glass out for a test drive and you’ll agree that your favorite bubbly deserves the best. As to the 2014 Blanc we’re discussing, I find it dry but full-flavored with ripe fruits and balanced with crisp citrus notes that is indeed creamy on the palate. It’s a winner as usual. If I’m allowed to recommend three Cal bubblies in one fell swoop, I’m going with Roederer, Gloria Ferrer, and Scharffenberger. All three of these wineries simply produce wonderful sparklers at such reasonable prices. Here are Wine Spectator’s comments on some of my favorite labels: The Roederer Estate Brut Anderson Valley is a non-vintage bubbly that’s “voluptuous and expressive, with floral red apple, brioche and cinnamon spice aromas and rich vibrant flavors.” $24 For a treat, I’m more than happy to enjoy my neighbor’s Roederer’s 2009 Brut Anderson Valley L’Ermitage, $45, “A luxurious sparkler with toasted brioche, mineral and lemon brûlée aromas and rich complex flavors of crisp apple and raspberry.” And speaking of Blanc de Blancs, Gloria Ferrer does a great job with their non-vintage

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Blanc de Blanc Carneros version, $22, “sleek and plush, offering lemon tart aromas, with expressive flavors of creamy pear and spiced vanilla. As to the Gloria Ferrer Blanc de Noirs (meaning there’s Pinot Noir in the cuvée), “Vibrant floral strawberry and gingerbread aromas pair with crisp apple and spice flavors that bounce along the finish.” One of the things you love about the Scharffenberger bubbly is the name. It was the original name, which for strange marketing reasons, was changed to “Pacific Echo”. Fortunately the name is back. I’m always recommending this non-vintage sparkler, Scharffenberger Brut Mendocino County Excellence, $20. It’s creamy and lively, offering festive flavors of apple and spice.” Customers all agree it’s a good pick. Finally, I’d like to add a word and recommendation for the 2016 Korbel Brut California Organic Grapes, $16. Showing and praising this wine to customers is almost vexing—but surely droll, in the sense that so many wine folk judge a wine by the name & price—even though someone is sensibly commenting that it’s pretty good stuff.

Okay—Korbel generally isn’t on the lips of those speaking of world class wine. And, at some wine stores, the Brut Organic Grapes incredibly sells for as low as $12! So we can appreciate the hesitation of considering the wine for a special celebration. The deal is, however, that not only little ole me, but Wine Spectator, Wine Enthusiast and a host of other publications rate this wine at 89 points and above! This is pretty good stuff! “Alluring apple and floral cherry aromas lead to supple, fruit-forward flavors of Meyer lemon and fresh ginger.” Chill-lax & enjoy. Please note: A couple of columns ago, we spoked of the California wildfires that tore through Sonoma and Napa wine country. Also mentioned was that our friend, Tom Gore, grape farmer and winemaker, had suffered some personal property losses. Thank goodness we misstated this fact: fortunately all is well with Tom and his vineyard properties. Unfortunately, though, so many have been impacted by this year’s devastating disaster, and our thoughts and prayers continue to go out to all so affected. We are looking forward to hearing from Tom in an upcoming column on the area’s recovery efforts and his participation with the #Sonomastrong movement and other relief endeavors. Here’s to a vino good year!—Cheers!

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THUR JANUARY 4

29 PALMS INN; 29 Palms; 760-367-3505 Bobby Furgo & Co 6pm ACE HOTEL; PS; 760-325-9900 Discoteca w/ DJ Victor Rodriguez 9pm AJ’S ON THE GREEN; C.C.; 760-202-1111 Francesca Amari, Bill Marx and Doug MacDonald 6:30pm AZUL; PS; 760-325-5533 Piano Bar 6pm BART LOUNGE; C.C.; 760-799-8800 DJ and Dancing 9pm BERNIE’S; RM; 760-202 4499 Barry Minniefield 7pm BLUEMBER; RM; 760-862-4581 John Stanley King 6-10pm CASTELLI’S; PD; 760-773-3365 Patrick Tuzzolino 5:30pm CATALAN; RM; 760-770-9508 George Christian 6-9pm CHEF GEORGE’S PICASSO LOUNGE; BD; 760-200-1768 Denny Pezzin 7-10pm CORKTREE; PD; 760-779-0123 Michael Keeth 6-9pm CUNARD’S SANDBAR; LQ; 760-564-3660 Bill Baker 6pm DHS SPA LOUNGE; DHS; 760-329-6787 Karaoke w/ DJ Scott 9pm FISHERMAN’S GROTTO; PD; 760-7766533 Barry, Bob and Riz 6:30pm GADI’S RESTAURANT AND BAR; YV; 760365-6633 Open Mic Night 7pm THE HOOD; PD; 760-636-5220 Red’s Rockstar Karaoke 9pm HOODOO COCKTAIL GARDEN @ THE HYATT; PS; 760-322-9000 Chris Lomeli 7pm HUNTER’S; PS; 760-323-0700 Open Mic 9pm JOSHUA TREE SALOON; JT; 760-366-2250 Punk Rock Night 9pm

LA QUINTA OLDTOWN TAPROOM; LQ; Giselle Woo 8-11pm LAS CASUELAS TERRAZA; PS; 760-3252794 Hot Rox LIT@FANTASY SPRINGS; IND; 760-3452450 Country Night w/ Rye Brothers 8pm THE LOUNGE, AGUA CALIENTE; RM; 888999-1995 Quinto Menguante 8-1am MELVYN’S RESTAURANT & LOUNGE; PS; 760-325-2323 Ron Greenip 8pm NEIL’S LOUNGE; IND; 760-347-1522 Karaoke 8pm THE NEST; PD; 760-346-2314 Kevin Henry 6-8pm Tim Burleson 8pm PAPPY & HARRIET’S; PT; 760-365-5956 Davis 8pm PLAN B LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AND COCKTAILS; TP; 760-343-2115 9pm RED BARN; PD; 760-346-0191 DJ Worden 9pm SAMMY G’s; PS; 760-320-8041 Evaro Brothers 8pm SHANGHAI RED’S @ THE FISHERMAN’S MARKET; PS; 760-322-9293 The Smooth Brothers 7pm SULLIVAN’S STEAKHOUSE; PD; 760-3413560 Dude Jones 6pm TACK ROOM TAVERN; IND; 760-347-9985 T-Bone Karaoke 8pm THREE SIXTY NORTH; PS; 760-327-1773 Wayne Boyer 6:30pm VICKY’S OF SANTA FE; IW; 760-345-9770 Robert Salisbury 5-7pm, Tony Patler Project 7:30-11pm WANG’S; PS; 760-325-9264 Alex Santana 5-8pm THE WINE EMPORIUM; LQ; 760-565-5512 DJ 7pm WOODY’S PALMHOUSE; PS; 760-2300188 Linda Peterson 6:30pm ZELDA’S; PS; 760-325-2375 DJ 8pm

FRI JANUARY 5

29 PALMS INN; 29 Palms; 760-367-3505 Joel Daniel 6:30pm ACE HOTEL; PS; 760-325-9900 Desert Daze presents: Feels 10pm AGAVE LOUNGE@THE HYATT REGENCY; IW; 760-674-4080 Art of Sax 8pm AJ’S ON THE GREEN; C.C.; 760-202-1111 The Carmens Duo 6:30pm AZUL; PS; 760-325-5533 Friday Night Sour Hour w/ Pink Lemonade Drag Show 9pm BART LOUNGE; C.C.; 760-799-8800 Alf Alpha, Captain Osiv, Rich Brandon, Cielo High, Imdead, Addemup and Amavida DJ Sets 9pm BERNIE’S; RM; 760-202 4499 Barry Minniefield 7pm BIG ROCK PUB; IND; 706-200-8988 Southbound and Co. 8:30pm BLUE BAR, SPOTLIGHT 29; INDIO; 760775-5566 DJ Double A 8pm BLUEMBER; RM; 760-862-4581 The Stanley Butler Trio 6-10pm CASCADE LOUNGE, SPA RESORT CASINO; PS; 888-999-1995 DJ Michael Wright 9-1am CASTELLI’S; PD; 760-773-3365 Patrick Tuzzolino 5:30pm CATALAN; RM; 760-770-9508 George Christian 6-9pm CHEF GEORGE’S PICASSO LOUNGE; BD; 760-200-1768 Denny Pezzin 7-10pm CUNARD’S SANDBAR; LQ; 760-564-3660 Bill Baker 6pm DESERT FOX; PD; TBA 8pm

ELECTRIC SPORTS LOUNGE; YV; 760-2281199 DJ Ceddy Cedd 9pm EL MEXICALI CAFÉ 2; IND; 760-342-2333 Cesar Daniel Lopez on the harp 6-9pm FISHERMAN’S GROTTO; PD; 760-7766533 Gina Carey 6pm THE GRILL ON MAIN; LQ; 760-777-7773 The Myx 8:30pm THE HARD ROCK HOTEL PS; PS; 760-3259676 Esjay Jones Presents: Acoustic Sessions w/ Matthew Phillips and Chill Magnet 8pm THE HOOD; PD; 760-636-5220 Cafecito Presents: Slipping Into Darkness w/ Killjoi, Alchemy and After Two 9pm HOODOO COCKTAIL GARDEN @ THE HYATT; PS; 760-322-9000 Keisha D 7pm HUNTER’S; PS; 760-323-0700 Live VJ 9pm INDIAN WELLS RESORT HOTEL; IW; 760345-6466 Bob Allen 6pm JOSHUA TREE SALOON; JT; 760-366-2250 Dana Larson 5-7pm KILO’S CANTINA; T.P.; 760-835-1363 January Jello Shots w/ DJs The Walkman, Fathom and John Paul 9pm KOKOPELLI’S; YV; 760-228-2589 TBA 8pm LAS CASUELAS TERRAZA; PS; 760-3252794 Palm Springs Sound Company in the afternoon, Hot Rox in the night LIT@FANTASY SPRINGS; IND; 760-3452450 The Fave 9pm THE LOUNGE; AGUA CALIENTE; RM; 888999-1995 DJ Jerry 9pm MELVYN’S RESTAURANT & LOUNGE; PS; 760-325-2323 Ron Greenip 8pm MOXIE; PS; 760-318-9900 TBA 5-8pm NEIL’S LOUNGE; IND; 760-347-1522 Karaoke 8-1:15am THE NEST; PD; 760-346-2314 Kevin Henry 6-8pm Tim Burleson 8pm PALM CANYON ROADHOUSE; PS; 760327-4080 Barflys 9pm PALM DESERT COUNTRY CLUB; PD; 760345-0222 Hotwyre 6:30pm PAPPY & HARRIET’S; PT; 760-365-5956 Rose’s Pawn Shop 8pm PEABODY’S CAFÉ; PS; 760-322-1877 Karaoke 7:30pm PLAN B LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AND COCKTAILS; TP; 760-343-2115 Red’s Rockstar Karaoke 9pm PURPLE ROOM; PS; 760-322-4422 Keisha D 8pm RED BARN; PD; 760-346-0191 Live Music 9pm RIVIERA; PS; 760-327-8311 Michael Keeth 7:30pm SAMMY G’s; PS; 760-320-8041 Evaro Brothers 8pm SHANGHAI RED’S @ THE FISHERMAN’S MARKET; PS; 760-322-9293 Barry Baughn Blues 8-11pm SHANGHAI RED’S @ THE FISHERMAN’S MARKET; LQ; 760-777-1601 The Smooth Brothers 8-11pm SHELLY’S LOUNGE@TORTOISE ROCK CASINO; 29 Palms; Rojer Arnold & Bobby Furgo 9pm SMOKIN’ BURGERS; PS; 760-883-5999 Ron James 6pm SOLANO’S BISTRO; LQ; 760-771-6655 Michael Madden 6-9pm SOUL OF MEXICO; IND; 760-200-8787 Latin Rock 10pm SULLIVAN’S STEAKHOUSE; PD; 760-3413560 Demetrious and Co. 6pm TACK ROOM TAVERN; IND; 760-347-9985 Crimson Crow 9pm THREE SIXTY NORTH; PS; 760-327-1773 Pat Rizzo & Dennis Michaels 6:30pm

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THE WINE EMPORIUM; LQ; 760-565-5512 DJ 7pm WOODY’S PALMHOUSE; PS; 760-2300188 The Stanley Butler Band 6:30pm ZELDA’S; PS; 760-325-2375 DJs 9pm

TRILUSSA ITALIAN RISTORANTE; PS; 760328-2300 Julius & Sylvia Music Duo 6-10pm VENUS DE FIDO; PD; 760-834-7070 Michael D’Angelo 6-9pm, Carl Davis Dance Lesson 7pm VICKY’S OF SANTA FE; IW; 760-3459770 Meet the Corwins 5:30-7:30pm, John Stanley King Show 8pm WANG’S; PS; 760-325-9264 Boys Night Out w/ DJ House Whores 7pm WESTIN MISSION HILLS; RM; 760-3285955 Michael Keeth 5-7pm WILLIE BOYS; MV; 760-932-4300 TBA 8pm THE WINE EMPORIUM; LQ; 760-5655512 Rob Martinez and Todd Ashley ft. Lisa LaFaro Weselis 6:30-10pm WOODY’S PALMHOUSE; PS; 760-2300188 Rose Mallett 6:30pm ZELDA’S; PS; 760-325-2375 DJ 9pm

THE HOOD; PD; 760-636-5220 HOBP Record and Video Release Party w/ Brain Vat, Sleazy Cortez and Aboleth 9pm HOODOO COCKTAIL GARDEN @ THE HYATT; PS; 760-322-9000 The Carmens 7pm HUNTER’S; PS; 760-323-0700 Live VJ 9pm INDIAN WELLS RESORT HOTEL; IW; 760345-6466 Bob Allen 6pm JOSHUA TREE SALOON; JT; 760-366-2250 TBA 9pm KOKOPELLI’S; YV; 760-228-2589 Karaoke 7pm LAS CASUELAS TERRAZA; PS; 760-3252794 Palm Springs Sound Company,in the afternoon,Hot Rox,in the night LIT@FANTASY SPRINGS; IND; 760-3452450 The Fave 9pm THE LOUNGE, AGUA CALIENTE; RM; 888999-1995 That’s My Jam 9pm MELVYN’S RESTAURANT & LOUNGE; PS; 760-325-2323 Ron Greenip 8pm NEIL’S LOUNGE; IND; 760-347-1522 29 PALMS INN; 29 Palms; 760-367-3505 Karaoke 8-1:15am Bev & Bill 6:30pm THE NEST; PD; 760-346-2314 Kevin Henry ACE HOTEL; PS; 760-325-9900 French 6-8pm Tim Burleson 8pm Toast w/ DJ William Reed 11am poolside, PALM CANYON ROADHOUSE; PS; 760Highlife w/ DJ Day 10pm 327-4080 Heavy Revel 9pm AGAVE LOUNGE@THE HYATT REGENCY; PALM DESERT COUNTRY CLUB; PD; 760IW; 760-674-4080 Art of Sax 8pm 345-0222 Road Runners 6:30pm AJ’S ON THE GREEN; C.C.; 760-202-1111 PAPPY & HARRIET’S; PT; 760-365-5956 Cabaret on the Green Open Mic 7:30pm Shadow Mountain Band 5pm, Brian AZUL; PS; 760-325-5533 Denise Carter Whelan 8pm 7:30pm PEABODY’S CAFÉ; PS; 760-322-1877 BART LOUNGE; C.C.; 760-799-8800 Karaoke 7:30pm Airglow EDM w/ DJs Sugarfree, Sethis, Gary PLAN B LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AND Stewart, Disco Jesus, Bass Nurds, Sammi B COCKTAILS; TP; 760-343-2115 Red’s and Loveday 9pm Rockstar Karaoke 9pm BERNIE’S; RM; 760-202 4499 Barry PURPLE ROOM; PS; 760-322-4422 Minniefield 7pm Jonathan Karrant 8pm BIG ROCK PUB; IND; 706-200-8988 HiFi RED BARN; PD; 760-346-0191 Live Music Academy 8:30pm 9pm BLUE BAR; SPOTLIGHT 29; IND; 760-775- RIVIERA; PS; 760-327-8311 TBA 6pm 5566 DJ 9pm SAMMY G’s; PS; 760-320-8041 Evaro BLUEMBER; RM; 760-862-4581 Gina Carey Brothers 8pm 6-10pm SHANGHAI RED’S @ THE FISHERMAN’S CASCADE LOUNGE, SPA RESORT MARKET; PS; 760-322-9293 Barry Baughn CASINO; PS; 888-999-1995 DJ Michael Blues 8-11pm Wright 9-1am SHANGHAI RED’S @ THE FISHERMAN’S CASTELLI’S; PD; 760-773-3365 Patrick MARKET; LQ; 760-777-1601 The Smooth Tuzzolino 5:30pm Brothers 8-11pm CATALAN; RM; 760-770-9508 George SHELLY’S LOUNGE@TORTOISE ROCK Christian 6-9pm CASINO; 29 Palms; Rojer Arnold & Bobby CHEF GEORGE’S PICASSO LOUNGE; BD; Furgo 9pm 760-200-1768 Denny Pezzin 7-10pm SIDEWINDER GRILL; DHS; 760-329-7929 CHILL BAR; PS; 760-327-1079 TBA 9pm Karaoke w/ Milly G 6pm CUNARD’S SANDBAR; LQ; 760-564-3660 SMOKIN’ BURGERS; PS; 760-883-5999 Bill Baker 6pm Ron James 6pm DESERT FOX; PD; Angel & Buddy Greco Jr. SOUL OF MEXICO; IND; 760-200-8787 9pm Latin Music 10pm DHS SPA LOUNGE; DHS; 760-329-6787 SULLIVAN’S STEAKHOUSE; PD; 760-341Karaoke w/ DJ Scott 9pm 3560 TBA 6pm ELECTRIC SPORTS LOUNGE; YV; 760-228- TACK ROOM TAVERN; IND; 760-347-9985 1199 DJ Ceddy Cedd 9pm The Buck and Bo Road Show 9pm EL MEXICALI CAFÉ 2; IND; 760-342-2333 THREE SIXTY NORTH; PS; 760-327-1773 Cesar Daniel Lopez on the harp 6-9pm Dennis Michael 6:30pm FISHERMAN’S GROTTO; PD; 760-776TRILUSSA ITALIAN RISTORANTE; PS; 6533 Jack Ruvio 6pm 760-328-2300 Julius & Sylvia Music Duo FOX & THE FIDDLE; PD; 760-888-0111 Live 6-10pm Music 7pm VIBE, MORONGO CASINO; CAB; 951-755GADI’S RESTAURANT AND BAR; YV; 760- 5391 DJ 10pm 365-6633 Dana Larson 5-8pm VICKY’S OF SANTA FE; IW; 760-345-9770 Rose Mallett & Co. 5-7pm, Kal David, Lauri THE GRILL ON MAIN; LQ; 760-777-7773 Bono & The Real Deal 7:30-11pm TBA 8:30pm WANG’S; PS; 760-325-9264 TBA 7pm THE GROOVE LOUNGE; SPOTLIGHT 29; INDIO; 760-775-5566 DJ 8pm WESTIN MISSION HILLS; RM; 760-328THE HARD ROCK HOTEL PS; PS; 760-325- 5955 Michael Keeth 6pm 9676 Esjay Jones Presents: Global Sessions WILLIE BOYS; MV; 760-932-4300 5th Town w/ David Macias, Rafi and Porque Si 8pm and Ornament 8pm

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SUN JANUARY 7

29 PALMS INN; 29 Palms; 760-367-3505 Bob Garcia 6pm ACE HOTEL; PS; 760-325-9900 DJ 11am poolside, Courtney Chambers 7pm AJ’S ON THE GREEN; C.C.; 760-202-1111 Jazz Brunch w/ Trish Hatley and Barney McClure 11:30am AZUL; PS; 760-325-5533 The Judy Show 7:30pm BART LOUNGE; C.C.; 760-799-8800 Bartland w/ DJ LF and Friends 9pm BERNIE’S; RM; 760-202 4499 Brian Denigan 7pm BLUEMBER; RM; 760-862-4581 TBA 6-10pm CASCADE LOUNGE, SPA RESORT; PS; 888-999-1995 Nash with Quinto Menguante 9pm CASTELLI’S; PD; 760-773-3365 Patrick Tuzzolino 5:30pm CHEF GEORGE’S PICASSO LOUNGE; BD; 760-200-1768 Lori Yeary 6-9pm CORKTREE; PD; 760-779-0123 Michael Keeth 6-9pm DHS SPA LOUNGE; DHS; 760-329-6787 Radio 60 3-6pm EL MEXICALI CAFÉ 2; IND; 760-342-2333 Cesar Daniel Lopez on the harp 6-9pm GADI’S RESTAURANT AND BAR; YV; 760365-6633 Dana Larson 6-9pm THE HOOD; PD; 760-636-5220 CV Music Showcase Round 2 w/ Frank Eats the Floor, Razor J 7 The Blades, Mega Sun and Sleazy Cortez 9pm

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WILDEST GREENS TO OPEN ITS DOORS ON JANUARY 15 IN PALM DESERT

enise DuBarry Hay Brings FirstOf-Its-Kind Fresh Fare Restaurant to the Coachella Valley Offering Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Along with Bar Service Featuring Organic Beers, Wines, Coffees & Teas Local actress, philanthropist and business leader – Denise DuBarry Hay – announced today the Grand Opening of her new all-organic restaurant, Wildest Greens, on January 15, 2018. Wildest Greens – located in the old Clementine’s space in Palm Desert, between Highway 111 and El Paseo just west of Monterrey – will offer highlyskilled fusion techniques using organic, nutritious ingredients. Patrons will be able to order fresh cold-pressed juices and organic coffees, teas, beers and wines plus

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house-made kombuchas on tap along with gourmet menu items to fit every diet – such as raw, vegan, gluten-free, paleo and macrobiotic. It will also feature flavor-filled salads with inventive dressings such as Sesame Soy Ginger-Turmeric – incorporating freshjuiced turmeric from the DuBarry Hay family farm in Kauai – guilt-free versions of burgers and pizzas (that don’t sacrifice great taste), house-made soups and bone broth, as well as delicious desserts with natural sweeteners and the promise of no white sugar or white flour. “This restaurant is born out of my love of health and wellness, as I fervently believe our bodies are at their optimum when we eat clean, detoxify and incorporate exercise into our daily lives,” said DuBarry Hay. “I’m inspired by the Hippocrates quote, ‘Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.’ Wildest Greens will be a place to get delicious, healing foods.” Denise’s pursuit in sharing this passion with the community started when she opened Bikram Yoga Plus in January 2011, inspired by her 35+ years of experience in the yoga industry. The Palm Desert yoga studio offers yoga for all levels as well hot pilates, trapeze yoga and booty barre classes. Since then, Denise recognized there

Points preventative food safety system – the highest standard of food safety in the industry. “Our tagline is ‘fulfill your fresh food fantasies’ – and I think our customers will really do that here,” explained DuBarry Hay. “At Wildest Greens, our food will taste good but it will also be superior fuel for your body that will help it operate at its optimum.” Wildest Greens is located at 72990 El Paseo, #3, Palm Desert, CA 92260. For more information, go to www.WildestGreens.com or call (760) 636-0441.

were very few restaurants dedicated to fresh and organic farm-to-table fare. A selfdescribed “serial entrepreneur,” Denise is always looking for her next venture, and felt called to bring the Coachella Valley a dining option modeled after her own kitchen – offering the kind of healthy and delicious foods and beverages that she and her family have fueled their bodies with for years. The restaurant’s cold-pressed juices will be bottled in glass containers, preserving them for a 2-4 day shelf life. Customers can bring their bottles back in for recycling, and receive a recycling credit. “I want to do this right, and I’m all about doing my part to save our environment with food being so contaminated now,” added DuBarry Hay. Because the restaurant’s menu is raw, fresh and organic, Denise has implemented the Hazard Analysis and Critical Control

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SCREENERS

RUNNIN’ WILD

NOW PLAYING: JUMANJI: Welcome to the Jungle A winning cast charms in this lightweight and fun reboot of the 1995 fantasy adventure film based on the beautifully illustrated 1981 children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg . The set-up has Spencer, Fridge, Martha and Bethany, four high school kids, finding and playing an old video game that’s new to them. Suddenly, they are literally sucked into the game’s alternate jungle world (a CGI marvel). Each player morphs into one of the game’s avatars of their choosing.

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No. 298 NEW BLU FOR THE HOME THEATER: FOREVER AMBER (1947)

Jack Black’s popular teen Bethany steals the show. Wallflower Martha’s (Karen Gillan) badass warrior incarnation is a delight and just right for the times. Spencer becomes a daring adventurer (Dwayne Johnson). Football jock “Fridge” (Kevin Hart) becomes an Einstein and popular girl Bethany becomes a middle-aged male professor (a scene stealing Jack Black). The players realize quickly that you don’t just play Jumanji -- you survive it! However, to beat the game and return to the real world, they have to go on the most

dangerous quest of their lives and discover what gamer Alan Parrish left behind 20 years ago or they’ll be stuck in the game forever. They can only be free when they change the way they think about themselves and embrace their newly earned empowerment. Even though action substitutes for character development, the life lessons are still valid and propel the story. Director Jake Kasdan’s attention to detail and pacing keeps it all eye-catching and engaging. His knack for cool set pieces is a saving grace considering the something so broad and meaningless. But if you’re looking for a thrilling amusement park ride that is bloodless and funnier than expected, this nostalgia packed high-spirited adventure’s for you. “Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” is the definition of a satisfying family film. Adults won’t be bored and kids will love it.

Decked out in gorgeous hi-def for it’s 70th Anniversary; the celebrated Technicolor® tale of a spirited peasant beauty’s scandalous rise as a 17th century courtesan. This lavish box-sensation starring a truly radiant Linda Darnel in the title role was directed by the formidable Otto Preminger literally reverberates with a lush Oscar© nominated score by David Raskin. Preminger’s lush adaptation of Kathleen Winsor’s controversial best seller -- it was condemned by the Catholic Church! -- brings alive the notorious tale of Amber St. Claire, an opportunistic wench who, hopping from bed to bed, rises to become the mistress of the roguish King Charles II (a terrific George Sanders). Meanwhile she can only briefly hold on to her true love, the cavalier Bruce Carlton (Cornel Wilde), although she tries her best, through the traumas of the bubonic plague and the Great Fire of London. A nice extra is the featurette “Linda Darnell: Hollywood’s Fallen Angel.” The wonderful Raskin score can be enjoyed as an isolated track on this limited edition collectible (only 3,000 units). Twilight Time Movies. Blu ray. robin@coachellavalleyweekly.com

BOOK REVIEW

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BY HEIDI SIMMONS

HONORABLE LEADER AND WISE CHIEF -----------------------------------------------------

“MANKILLER: A CHIEF AND HER PEOPLE” BY WILMA MANKILLER WITH MICHAEL WALLIS MEMOIR

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ore than ever, we need to be inspired. Great acts of selflessness, compassion, and moral fortitude are rare these days. It is a challenge to find reallife heroes, living or dead. “ManKiller: A Chief and Her People” (St. Martin’s Griffin, 384 pages) is a personal tale of a humble woman who stepped up to make a difference. Wilma Pearl Mankiller begins her story living a full and rich life on her family’s ancestral land near Tahlequah, Oklahoma. Half Cherokee and half white, Wilma and her 11 siblings lived without amenities like running water and electricity. They shared hand-me-downs and ran around the forest barefoot. She did not know hunger or poverty. In the mid 1950s, the United States government relocated Indian families to large American cities. The Mankiller family moved to San Francisco where they lived in a small apartment. Wilma was only ten years old. It was there that Wilma, for the first time, experienced poverty. It was a strange world where the sounds of nature she was use to were replaced by the constant hum of a large bustling city. Wilma shares the details of her life and

growing up in Oakland, California where she got enmeshed with local community centers. As a young woman, she worked with the Black Panthers and other organizations trying to make a difference. Yet Wilma always felt like an outsider. She struggled to fit in. In her 20’s, Wilma married an Ecuadorian man and had two daughters. Inspired by the activism of the 60s, Wilma continued her service and became involved in the Indian movement to take back Native American land that had been abandoned by the US Government. Wilma camped out at Alcatraz Island in protest. With a renewed spirit, Wilma suddenly felt her calling. She wanted to go home and help the Cherokee people. Wilma, now divorced and with her daughters in tow, drove back to her family’s land where they slept in her car until she could rebuild the old homestead. To restore her land, Wilma became involved with local government agencies. As Wilma worked to restart her life in Oklahoma, she saw the needs of the Cherokee people were not being met. Wilma went to work helping others. She found innovative ways to solve problems big and small. Eventually, Wilma would put together a project to bring water to a remote, poverty stricken area called Bell. With her own hands in digging in the dirt, she inspired a community of Native Americans and whites to construct a pipeline together that would supply them with fresh water.

Wilma’s private life was complicated. She killed her best friend in a horrific auto accident. Her injuries were so severe doctors said she would never walk again. She fell in love with her best friend and associate Charlie Soap. Through it all, Wilma was asked to run as Deputy Chief of the Cherokee Nation by Ross Swimmer the Principle Chief. And when President Ronald Regan asked Swimmer to work for him, Wilma took his place becoming the first woman Principle Chief. The following election Wilma won with 85 percent of the vote. Wilma continued to solve problems for her community and restore Cherokee sovereignty. This is an incredible memoir of a woman simply recounting the beats of her life and the events that shaped her as a person. She shares the story not to boast, brag or say ‘look at me and what I did’, but to bring the history of her people – ancient and current -- to life. Through her personal story, Wilma shares important moments in American history. She also brings to light the history of the Cherokee people who were among the first to have a written alphabet, an education system, a matriarchal society, and a form of operational

government with US treaties. The treaties were eventually broken and the Cherokee were forced off their land onto the “Trail of Tears.” “Mankiller” is a compelling read. It is beautifully told, descriptive and moving. There are turning points in Wilma’s life that could have gone in so many directions, but she was determined to make a difference and persevered even during the darkest hours of her life. Within the pages of “Mankiller” you see the extraordinary woman she becomes taking shape. We get to understand who she is and how that came about. The subtext reveals those who were good and bad influences in Wilma’s life, and we see why she is moved to serve. There is a new edition of “Mankiller” that includes her private and public life after the 1994 publication. It is rare to see how heroes are formed and understand their drive. I had the good fortune to know Wilma. Wise, kind and a good listener, Wilma drew out the best in people. She was strong, compassionate and refused to be bullied. We need real-life heroes now more than ever. I can say for sure, Wilma Mankiller is a hero of mine. If you have or haven’t read the book, the 29th Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival will show a documentary called “Mankiller” about the life and leadership of the first woman Principle Chief of the Cherokee Nation. (See CVW PSIFF True Stories: “Mankiller” on page 6 for screenings.)

SAFETY TIPS

BY FIRE CHIEF SAM DIGIOVANNA

BEST IN 2017: JOYCE’S SUSHI

love good food and good ambiance. There are no shortages of that in the Coachella Valley. But I have to say my “all-time favorite and most frequented” in 2017 was Joyce’s Sushi Japanese Restaurant in Rancho Mirage. The food is consistent and always fresh. Though everything is good, my favorite is the Moon Roll and Protein Roll. While the food is certainly great, I like the employees who welcome you upon arrival and always make you feel special. One favorite in particular is Hanny who is very kind and always ensuring you are satisfied. I asked Hanny how did they come up with the name Joyce’s? “Joyce’s is named after the owners’ first born daughter. After working so many years in the restaurant business, the owners finally decided to work for themselves and opened their very first restaurant business. We work so closely together trying our best to provide great customer service that we are becoming like family. Our food is always great! It’s traditional and we offer a great variety of foods including cooked from our

kitchen, raw; straight from our sushi bar, or even a combination of both!” shared Hanny. I couldn’t have said it better than that! Something unique that Joyce’s Sushi displays and believes in is “In God We Trust.” It seems we have gotten away from this way of thinking. Something I value and appreciate seeing that others still honor and respect. Joyce’s Sushi Japanese Restaurant is a comfortable atmosphere and tucked away in the heart of Rancho Mirage off of Bob Hope & Gerald Ford in the Gelsons shopping center. Come by, have a bite of great food, meet some nice people and In God We Trust!

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THE HOOD; PD; 760-636-5220 Open Mic hosted by Josh Heinz 8pm HUNTER’S; PS; 760-323-0700 Live VJ 9pm JOSHUA TREE SALOON; JT; 760-3662250 Live Music LAS CASUELAS TERRAZA; PS; 760-3252794 Hot Rox MELVYN’S RESTAURANT & LOUNGE; PS; 760-325-2323 Mikael Healey 8pm NEIL’S LOUNGE; IND; 760-347-1522 Karaoke 8pm-1:15am THE NEST; PD; 760-346-2314 Kevin Henry 6-8pm Tim Burleson 8pm PALM CANYON ROADHOUSE; PS; 760327-4080 Roger & Friends 7pm PJ’S SPORTS LOUNGE; YV; 760-2881199 Karaoke w/ KJ Ginger 8pm PLAN B LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AND COCKTAILS; TP; 760-343-2115 Red’s Rockstar Karaoke 9pm SAMMY G’s; PS; 760-320-8041 Eddie Gee 8pm SULLIVAN’S STEAKHOUSE; PD; 760341-3560 The Myx 6:30pm TACK ROOM TAVERN; IND; 760-3479985 Cinch 6pm THREE SIXTY NORTH; PS; 760-327-1773 Katheryn White 6:30pm TJ’S; PD; 760-345-6744 Derek Jordan Gregg 9pm VICKY’S OF SANTA FE; IW; 760-3459770 Barbara Morrison Piano 4:30-6pm, Barry Minniefield 6:30pm WANG’S; PS; 760-325-9264 Mikole Kaar 5-8pm THE WINE EMPORIUM; LQ; 760-5655512 DJ 7pm WOODY’S PALMHOUSE; PS; 760-2300188 Valerie Geason 6:30pm

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HOW DID YOUR INVESTMENTS PERFORM IN 2017?

017 was one of the best years for investors since the Great Recession of a decade ago. At the time of the Great Recession, 62% of Americans had investments in the stock markets. Today, only 54% have stock investments although this number rises to 89% for those earning more than $100,000 a year. Those invested in the U.S. stock market saw returns of 21.5% for the year. While impressive, U.S. stock returns for the year were half those of Chinese stocks which were up 42.5%. Topping China was India with an increase of 47.5%. Most people invest using mutual funds via their 401(k) plans and often use ExchangeTraded Funds (ETFs) for their personal investment accounts. ETFs are typically less expensive and can be sold at any point in the trading day while Mutual Funds settle after the close of the trading day and typically cost more. If you invested $1,000 in the top performing ETF in 2017 you would now have $15,570! That is not a typo – your money would have gone up 1,557%! The high-flying ETF responsible for the extraordinary returns was the Bitcoin Investment Trust (GBTC). At the other end of the return spectrum was UNG, the United States Natural Gas ETF, down 38%.

Looking across the Mutual Fund universe, Neuberger Berman’s Greater China fund (NCEIX) had a 66% return and was the best performer with results that more than justified their 1.5% cost. Like their ETF counterparts, the Fidelity Natural Gas fund (FSNGX) was the weakest performer, off 15.6% at a cost of 0.87% - such a deal! A style-based way to think of investments is to categorize them as growth-oriented, valueoriented or a blend of both. From there monies are split between large, medium and smallsized companies located domestically and abroad. According to Morningstar, large cap growth-focused funds posted the best average returns at 31%! The best performing large cap growth fund was Quantified STF Investor (QSTFX) posting a whopping 69% return for 2017. This fund debuted in 2016 when it was the worst performing fund in this style losing 14%. Amongst the better-known companies, Morgan Stanley’s Multi-Cap Growth fund (MCRTX) had a 48% return for the year which was 35% better than Legg Mason’s Clearbridge large cap growth fund which posted the weakest results in this style at 13%. Amongst large cap growth ETFs, the best performer

DALE GRIBOW ON THE LAW

GOOD BYE SANTA AND WELCOME 2018

he holidays bring thousands of visitors to our desert, resulting in drinking with abandon and meeting members of the Black and White Fraternity called the Riverside Sheriffs. The nervousness from this encounter causes drivers to develop Black and White Fever...especially if they have had a drink or two. Seeing police behind us we wonder if we did something wrong and whether we were about to be stopped. Then the driver becomes the most careful driver on the road and starts to get nervous and sweat. When stopped, Black and White fever causes you to need multiple deodorant pads while worrying about being cited for speeding, let alone a DUI... if you had been drinking. Imagine how you would feel if you were being followed by a Black & White Patrol Car and HAD BEEN DRINKING..... though not drunk? You think of the consequences of an arrest, conviction and loss of your driver’s license. That is when the “fever” kicks in. In the Coachella Valley we have more DUI DEATHS per capita than anywhere else in California. We have all read in the Desert Sun and heard on our local stations of the many recent fatalities. I have represented many families pursuing a Wrongful Death against the DUI driver...and it is terrible... for all sides. Law enforcement looks for drinking drivers and police set up Checkpoints during the year. However Riverside Sheriff is even more vigilant during the holidays that bring in visitors from all over the world. I have had DUI clients that I have never met from all over the States,

Europe and Japan too. Golden Rules you must follow when stopped for a possible DUI? 1. Think carefully about what you say, your movement, body language and emotions. Please understand that you have a right, in a courteous way, to NOT TALK. 2. You don’t have to submit to a breath test at the scene or Field Sobriety Tests. They are optional! Explain that you understand these tests are not mandatory and thus you elect not to take them. Explain you are happy to cooperate and take a blood test at the station. Many professionals believe that way your reading will be going down.. 3. Don’t argue with the police. Remember, anything you say or do can be used against you...and it is not what you say but what they thought they heard you say. 4. Keep your hands where the police can see them. 5. Don’t run. 6. Don’t touch any police officer. 7. Don’t resist cuffs, even if you believe you are innocent. 8. Don’t complain at the scene or tell the police they are wrong and that you are going to file a complaint or that you know the Mayor etc....it will be in the report. 9. Request a lawyer immediately upon your arrest. 10. Remember the officer’s badge and patrol car numbers. 11. Write everything down that you can remember immediately upon being released.

was iShares Momentum Factor ETF (MTUM) posting a 37.6% return at a thrifty price of 0.15% per annum. The weakest style was small value-oriented companies, up a modest 8.6%. Countries like China, India and Russia are considered ‘emerging markets’. Emerging market bond funds recovered from years of poor performance to earn a 13.6% return – the best in the fixed income space. Long-term bond funds also surprised most by posting returns of 9.6% on average. Despite the strong performance, investors were fleeing longdated bond and high yield funds at year-end as risks associated with rising interest rates more than offset lofty returns. When we look at the various business sectors, technology companies once again set

the bar with a 35% return. Healthcare had the second-best sector results at 24.4% followed closely by Industrial stocks which were up 23.3%. Industrials benefitted greatly by the inclusion of Boeing which Morningstar states was the best performing Dow stock in 2017 with an 82% return for the year. The clear laggard for the year was General Electric, down 40% in 2017. Limited Partnerships in the Energy field were the weakest sector, down 6.1% on the year. Natural Gas continued to suffer with many funds that focused on this commodity down more than 20% for the year. Looking forward to 2018, most market watchers are optimistic that the global recovery will continue with vigor albeit at a far more tempered rate. Haddon Libby is Managing Director and Founder of Winslow Drake Investment Management and can be reached at 760.449.6349 or Hlibby@WinslowDrake. com. For more information, please visit www. WinslowDrake.com. Disclaimer: Any stocks, mutual funds or ETFs mentioned in this article do not constitute a recommendation of any kind.

12. Try to find witnesses and their names and phone numbers. 13. If you are injured TAKE Pix of the injuries as soon as possible, but make sure you seek medical attention first. Remember: Silence is Golden and Handcuffs are Silver so DON’T TALK to POLICE without your lawyer’s permission. Though often referred to as a DUI criminal defense lawyer, I choose to not view my DUI clients as “criminals”. I prefer to view them, and more importantly to treat them, as good, honest people that have found themselves in a scary and unfortunate situation after screwing up. I look upon my job as protecting the Constitutional Rights of every American who drinks and drives and gets in an accident or arrested for a DUI. I do however “Change Hats” when I SUE

Drunk Drivers for damages to my Injured or Deceased (Wrongful Death) clients. DON’T DRINK AND DRIVE, CALL A TAXI, LYFT OR UBER.........THEY ARE A LOT CHEAPER THAN GETTING IN AN ACCIDENT OR ARRESTED AND CALLING ME. LAW ENFORCEMENT WARNS “DRIVE SOBER OR GET PULLED OVER” Suggestions for future columns contact Dale Gribow 760-837-7500 or dale@dalegribowlaw. com. DALE GRIBOW “TOP LAWYER” - Palm Springs Life 20112018 (PI/DUI) “TOP LAWYER” Inland Empire Magazine Nov 2016 10.0 AVVO Perfect Peer Rating

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SPORTS SCENE

BY FLINT WHEELER

CLEVELAND MAKES HISTORY WITH 0-16 SEASON…

et’s start with what we know: The Browns are bad. They’ve been pretty bad since their 1999 resurrection, but never more so than this season, when they were historically bad. They played 16 games, and won none of them. 0-16. They scored the fewest points of any team in the NFL, and allowed the second most. Even if you take a step back from this failure of a season, the Browns don’t get any better to look at. Ten teams in NFL history have finished with 15 losses. One of them was the 2016 Browns, meaning that by failing to win a single game this year, not only did Cleveland record one of the worst campaigns in football history, but it also completed the worst twoyear stretch of all time. It’s incredibly difficult to go 0-16. Losing games is easy. Losing every game isn’t. It takes not only a constant stream of poor decisionmaking and execution, but all-around disastrous luck. And that’s exactly what Cleveland had. Injuries throughout the defense and along the offensive line thinned the Browns depth chart, and they faltered in every close game they played.

The Browns lost six one-score games this year, starting with a 21-18 defeat at home against Pittsburgh to open the season. A costly interception deep in Steelers territory and an inability to stop Pittsburgh’s final clock-chewing drive doomed DeShone Kizer’s debut. Two weeks later, they lost to the lowly Colts, 3128, as another comeback attempt sputtered. Kizer threw two second-half interceptions in Indianapolis territory, and a third deep in his own on the game’s final drive. And the same happened again in Week 5, when the Browns lost a second-half lead to the Jets and never recovered in a 17-14 loss. Even when trying to improve, the Browns managed to make themselves the punch line. On Halloween, just minutes before the 4 p.m. ET trade deadline, Cleveland reportedly failed to send second- and third-round picks in the 2018 draft to the Bengals for backup quarterback A.J. McCarron. First reports suggested the Browns were so elated over the agreement that they forgot to confirm the deal with the league office. Later investigations indicated that they’d sent the right paperwork to Cincinnati, only for the

CANNABIS CORNER

saw the most interesting show on AWE network called Marijuana, Miracle Cure: ‘Wired for Weed’ (of course that caught my eye) but when I actually watched it my jaw dropped. We have an ‘endocannabinoid system’ like we have a ‘respiratory system’. We have actual cannabinoid receptors in our body. This was first discovered in 1988 and has since been expanded. Now some say that marijuana in a drug and should not be consumed, but in the face of this reality that our body actually has a system JUST to receive ‘supplements’ of cannabis and cannabis is the only plant in the world that has cannabinoids shouldn’t that be reconsidered? Do you see why I’m so astonished? It’s part of our anatomy! So exactly what is an Endocannabinoid system and what does it do? According to NORMAL: “The endogenous cannabinoid system, named after the plant that led to its discovery, is perhaps the most important physiologic system involved in establishing and maintaining human health. Endocannabinoids and their receptors are found throughout the body: in the brain, organs, connective tissues, glands, and immune cells. In each tissue, the cannabinoid system performs different tasks, but the goal is always the same: homeostasis, the maintenance of a stable internal environment despite fluctuations in the external environment. Cannabinoids promote homeostasis at every level of biological life, from the sub-cellular, to

Bengals front office to fax the wrong documents to New York. But the most gut-wrenching moment would come in Week 14, when Cleveland wasted a vintage Josh Gordon performance in a loss to the Packers. After holding a 14-point advantage early in the fourth quarter—their largest lead of the season—the porous Browns defense allowed Brett Hundley to slice them up not once, but twice. When DeShone Kizer attempted to lead a game-winning drive in overtime, he was intercepted. Six plays later, Hundley found Davante Adams, and the Packers scored again. Despite trying week after week to finally notch a victory, their efforts earned the same final record the team would’ve had if it had forfeited every Sunday. When the Lions completed their 0-16 season, the Lions desperately tried to stop the losing, but they failed. When the Browns

WIRED FOR WEED

the organism, and perhaps to the community and beyond. Here’s one example: autophagy, a process in which a cell sequesters part of its contents to be self-digested and recycled, is mediated by the cannabinoid system. While this process keeps normal cells alive, allowing them to maintain a balance between the synthesis, degradation, and subsequent recycling of cellular products, it has a deadly effect on malignant tumor cells, causing them to consume themselves in a programmed cellular suicide. The death of cancer cells, of course, promotes homeostasis and survival at the level of the entire organism.” What this means in a nutshell, is that cannabinoids supplement your cells in a way that makes them healthy while killing off cancer cells, wow! What Are Cannabinoid Receptors? “Sea squirts, tiny nematodes, and all vertebrate species share the endocannabinoid system as an essential part of life and adaptation to environmental changes. By comparing the genetics of cannabinoid receptors in different species, scientists estimate that the endocannabinoid system evolved in primitive animals over 600 million years ago.” What does this mean for us? It means that she share this system in our body with all vertebrates. “Cannabinoid receptors are present throughout the body, embedded in cell membranes, and are believed to be more numerous than any other receptor system. When cannabinoid receptors are stimulated, a variety of physiologic processes ensue. Researchers have identified two cannabinoid receptors: CB1, predominantly present in the nervous system, connective tissues, gonads, glands, and organs; and CB2, predominantly found in the immune system and its associated structures. Many tissues contain both CB1 and CB2 receptors, each linked to a different action.

limped into the locker room Sunday, losers for a 16th and final time, it’s likely they felt the same. Their last effort ended on the Pittsburgh 27, when Corey Coleman dropped a wide-open ball on fourth-and-2, sealing Cleveland’s sixth onescore loss of the year. In the end, Cleveland lost every game because that’s what it was built to do. After losing all but one game in 2016, the Browns made only minimal alterations to a bad roster. Instead of drafting a quarterback like Deshaun Watson, they settled on DeShone Kizer. Rather than giving Myles Garrett a defensive partner, they gave Haden away for nothing. Maybe if Gordon came back sooner, or Thomas had stayed healthy, or Haden had stayed around, or the trade for McCarron had gone through, they’d have finished at least one game as winners. But they didn’t. And the Browns didn’t. The legacy of this Browns team—like many before it, and possibly many to come—is failure. And based on what they showed this season, it will be some time until that changes.

BY PATTE PURCELL

Researchers speculate there may be a third cannabinoid receptor waiting to be discovered. Endocannabinoids are the substances our bodies naturally make to stimulate these receptors. The two most well understood of these molecules are called anandamide and 2-arachidonoylglycerol (2-AG). They are synthesized on-demand from cell membrane arachidonic acid derivatives, have a local effect and short half-life before being degraded by the enzymes fatty acid amide hydrolase (FAAH) and monoacylglycerol lipase (MAGL). Phytocannabinoids are plant substances that stimulate cannabinoid receptors. Delta9-tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, is the most psychoactive and certainly the most famous of these substances, but other cannabinoids such as cannabidiol (CBD) and cannabinol (CBN) are gaining the interest of researchers due to a variety of healing properties. Most phytocannabinoids have been isolated from cannabis sativa, but other medical herbs, such as echinacea purpura, have been found to contain non-psychoactive cannabinoids as well. Interestingly, the cannabis plant also uses THC and other cannabinoids to promote its own health and prevent disease. Cannabinoids have antioxidant properties that protect the leaves and flowering structures from ultraviolet radiation - cannabinoids neutralize the harmful free radicals generated by UV rays, protecting the cells. In humans, free radicals cause aging, cancer, and impaired healing. Antioxidants found in plants have long been promoted as natural supplements to prevent free radical harm.” What this means is that our bodies have the cannabinoid receptors which have an identical structure to those of the cannabis plants. “As we continue to sort through the emerging science of cannabis and cannabinoids, one thing remains clear: a functional cannabinoid system is essential for health. From embryonic

implantation on the wall of our mother’s uterus, to nursing and growth, to responding to injuries, endocannabinoids help us survive in a quickly changing and increasingly hostile environment. As I realized this, I began to wonder: can an individual enhance his/her cannabinoid system by taking supplemental cannabis? Beyond treating symptoms, beyond even curing disease, can cannabis help us prevent disease and promote health by stimulating an ancient system that is hard-wired into all of us? I now believe the answer is yes. Research has shown that small doses of cannabinoids from cannabis can signal the body to make more endocannabinoids and build more cannabinoid receptors. This is why many firsttime cannabis users don’t feel an effect, but by their second or third time using the herb they have built more cannabinoid receptors and are ready to respond. More receptors increase a person’s sensitivity to cannabinoids; smaller doses have larger effects, and the individual has an enhanced baseline of endocannabinoid activity. I believe that small, regular doses of cannabis might act as a tonic to our most central physiologic healing system.” What this means folks, is feel free to light up, consume edibles and other THC and CBD products. It’s all good for you! Happy New Year! 2018 is going to be a great year to grow your own and save the up to 70% tax they are planning to impose on medical marijuana patients and recreational clients. Patte Purcell produces 420 events. The next on is Monday Jan. 22, from 4:20 to 7:20 with 3 national musical acts and 20 sponsor/vendors. To get on the invite text your email address and name to 1-702-219-6777.

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FREE WILL ASTROLOGY

Week of January 4

ARIES (March 21-April 19): In 2018, your past will undergo transformation. Your memories will revise and rearrange themselves. Bygone events that seemed complete and definitive will shimmy and shift, requiring new interpretations. The stories you have always told about how you became who you are will have to be edited, perhaps even rewritten. While these overhauls may sometimes be disconcerting, they will ultimately be liberating. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): In 2018, people will be drawn to you even more than usual. Some will want you to be their rock -- their steady, stable source of practical truth. Some will ask you to be their tonic -- their regular, restorative dose of no-nonsense. And others will find in you a creative catalyst that helps them get out of their ruts and into their grooves. And what will you receive in return for providing such a stellar service? First, there’ll be many opportunities to deepen and refine your integrity. To wield that much influence means you’ll have to consistently act with high-minded motivations. And secondly, Taurus, you’ll get a steady supply of appreciation that will prove to be useful as well as gratifying. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Influences that oppose you will fade as 2018 unfolds. People who have been resistant and uncooperative will at least partially disengage. To expedite the diminishing effects of these influences and people, avoid struggling with them. Loosen the grip they have on your imagination. Any time they leak into your field of awareness, turn your attention instead to an influence or person that helps and supports you. Here’s another idea about how to collaborate with the cosmic rhythms to reduce the conflict in your life: Eliminate any unconscious need you might have for the perversely invigorating energy provided by adversaries and bugaboos. Find positive new ways to motivate yourself. CANCER (June 21-July 22): I predict that in 2018 you will figure out how to get your obsessions to consistently work for your greatest good. You will come to understand what you must do to ensure they never drag you down into manic self-sabotage. The resolute ingenuity you summon to accomplish this heroic feat will change you forever. You will be reborn into a more vibrant version of your life. Passions that in the past have drained and confused you will become efficient sources of fuel for your worthiest dreams. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Just because you have become accustomed to a certain trouble doesn’t mean you should stop searching for relief from that trouble. Just because a certain pain no longer knocks you into a demoralized daze for days at a time doesn’t mean it’s good for you. Now here’s the good news: In 2018, you can finally track down the practical magic necessary to accomplish a thorough healing of that trouble and pain. Make this the year you find a more ultimate cure. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Have you ever nursed a yearning to speak Swahili or Chinese or Russian? The coming months will be an excellent time to get that project underway. Do you fantasize about trying exotic cuisines and finding new favorite foods? I invite you to act on that fantasy in 2018. Is there a form of manual labor that would be tonic for your mental and physical health? Life is giving you a goahead to do more of it. Is there a handicraft or ball game you’d like to become more skilled at? Get started. Is there a new trick you’d like to learn to do with your mouth or hands? Now’s the time. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Before the fifteenth century, European nations confined their sailing to the Mediterranean Sea. The ocean was too rough for their fragile, unadaptable ships. But around 1450, the Portuguese developed a new kind of vessel, the caravel. It employed a triangular sail that enabled it to travel against the wind. Soon, exploratory missions ventured into the open sea and down along the coast of West Africa. Eventually, this new technology enabled long westward trips across the Atlantic. I propose that we make the caravel your symbol of power for 2018, Libra. According to my reading

of the astrological omens, you will find or create a resource that enables you to do the metaphorical equivalent of effectively sailing into the wind. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): The Aztecs were originally wanderers. They kept moving from place to place, settling temporarily in areas throughout the land we now call Mexico. An old prophecy told them that they would eventually find a permanent home at a site where they saw an eagle roosting on a cactus as it clutched a snake in its talons. There came a day in the fourteenth century when members of the tribe spied this very scene on an island in the middle of a lake. That’s where they began to build the city that in time was the center of their empire. I bring this to your attention, Scorpio, so it can serve as a metaphor to guide you in 2018. I suspect that you, too, will discover your future power spot -- the heart of your domain for years to come. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Not every minute of every day, but when you have had the time, you’ve been searching for a certain treasure. With patience and persistence, you have narrowed down its whereabouts by collecting clues and following your intuition. Now, at last, you know its exact location. As you arrive, ready to claim it, you tremble with anticipation. But when you peel away the secrets in which it has been wrapped, you see that it’s not exactly what you expected. Your first response is disappointment. Nevertheless, you decide to abide in the presence of the confusing blessing and see what happens. Slowly, incrementally, you become aware of a new possibility: that you’re not quite ready to understand and use the treasure; that you’ll have to grow new capacities before you’ll be ready for it in its fullness. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Soulful beauty will be a major theme for you in 2018. Or at least it should be. But I suppose it’s possible you’re not very interested in soulful beauty, perhaps even bored by it. Maybe you prefer skin-deep beauty or expensive beauty or glamorous beauty. If you choose to follow predilections like those, you’ll lose out on tremendous opportunities to grow wilder and wiser. But let’s hope you make yourself available for a deeper, more provocative kind of beauty -- a beauty that you could become more skilled at detecting as the year unfolds. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): “Let your freak flag fly” was an expression that arose from the hippie culture of the 1960s and 1970s. It was a colorful way to say, “Be your most unique and eccentric self; show off your idiosyncrasies with uninhibited pride.” I propose that we revive it for your use in 2018. I suspect the coming months will be a favorable time for you to cultivate your quirks and trust your unusual impulses. You should give yourself maximum freedom to explore pioneering ideas and maverick inclinations. Paradoxically, doing so will lead to stabilizing and enduring improvements in your life. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): In accordance with the astrological omens, I suggest you start compiling a list entitled, “People, Places, Ideas, and Things I Didn’t Realize Until Now That I Could Fall in Love With.” And then keep adding more and more items to this tally during the next ten months. To get the project underway in the proper spirit, you should wander freely and explore jauntily, giving yourself permission to instigate interesting mischief and brush up against deluxe temptations. For best results, open your heart and your eyes as wide as you can. One further clue: Act on the assumption that in 2018 you will be receptive to inspirational influences and life-transforming teachings that you have never before been aware of. Homework: I’d love to see your top five New Year’s resolutions. Share by going to RealAstrology. com and clicking on “Email Rob.” ---------------------------------------Rob Brezsny Free Will Astrology freewillastrology@freewillastrology.com

January 4 to January 10, 2018

MIND,BODY & SPIRIT

EVOLVE INTO 2018

BY BRONWYN ISON

ach year offers each of us a fresh start. Or, at least many of us envision doing away with the previous year with hopes a better year ahead. I’m always amazed at how time passes by so quickly. While preparing breakfast, this beautiful New Year’s Day, a houseguest asked me, “What do you want?” While it may be an openended and loaded question it afforded me the opportunity to ask you… “WHAT DO YOU WANT?” Fortunately, I’ve been very clear (in my personal and professional goals) as to what I want. Setting goals and dreaming are one thing and both valid. However, have you considered journaling what it is you want? Short-term and long-term goals are more effective if you write them down. Also, setting a start and end date is powerful. Holding yourself accountable (or delegating someone else) for your future endeavors will assist in keeping you on track. It’s likely you’ve not moved forward in your goals and dreams because of fear. My ongoing goal, which I set in place a couple of years ago, is to approach everything without fear. Fear is our biggest deterrent from achieving anything. Fear, to me, is nothing more than a big bully holding you back from

all you are capable of achieving. Pastor Joyce Meyer, is one of my personal inspirations encouraging me, “TO DO IT SCARED!” I adopted this sound and very wise advice and my life has become smoother and sweeter ever since. Everything I’ve been scared to do in the last two years I’ve stepped forward blindly… yet, with confidence and achieved all I’ve been set to accomplish. What did I learn? Once I stepped out of fear I fell into victory and realized it wasn’t as bad or hard after all. If there is something you have always wanted to try, achieve, go after… go for it and do it scared. Failure isn’t really failing rather it’s an opportunity to grow and learn. We may not always hit the mark but at least you tried… and the good news… try again, and again and you’ll be closer and closer to hitting the sweet spot. Here’s to your 2018. I wish to you the most amazing and prosperous year. May you be healthy and wiser in the year to come.

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January 4 to January 10, 2018

CANNABIS CORNER

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BY RUTH HILL R.N.

RECREATIONAL CANNABIS: WHAT NOW?

he biggest event this week in Coachella Valley is possession of recreational cannabis/marijuana is now legal. Unlike WA state, medical cannabis/ marijuana will not only be available, but many new products will fill up space on dispensary shelves. Do not get rid of your medical recommendation. It entitles you to less taxes on your product. Plus, many dispensaries give seniors a discount. In the past it has been difficult to find CBD in higher doses, i.e. 30-40mg a capsule or 10-20mg per spray. Now these higher dose/ capsules, and suppositories for menstrual cramps, or prostate or colon cancer pain will become readily available. Regulations will require all ingredients to be noted. Together these various ingredients magnify the therapeutic benefits of the plant’s individual components—so that the medicinal impact of the whole plant is greater than the sum of its parts. Medical grade products may become costly for those on fixed incomes. The user must ask themselves if their goal of coming off toxic pharmaceuticals is primary. Children of the elderly can play a crucial part in their parents’ medical condition. What can be more generous and respectful than giving a parent money for cannabis over another gift they may not use. Long term cost will drive users to smoke shops for medicinal cannabis. Recreational cannabis will be everywhere. As my previous article on WA state demonstrated recreational products will not have the potency, terpenes, type of molecule (i.e. CBD, CBC, CGN, THC, THCa), or ratio of CBD:THC. Buyers need to ask dispensaries for the lab tests. Per Dr. Kymron deCesare, twenty-five percent of products tested have pesticides, one third have mold. Do not use a product that does not have a label, or lot number. While it is almost impossible to take cannabis, and suffer a toxic response, it does not negate the possibility of death due to a product contaminated with mold or pesticides. There are validated documented cases of cancer patients dying from a respiratory mold infection obtained from a cannabis product. The cannabis industry does not like to talk about these cases. Opening the

recreational market will bring on operators who will convince the user their product is safe, but is it food/drug grade quality? Because of the myriad cultivation of cannabis in the past fifty years, indica vs sativa, is no longer relevant. Cross breeding by cultivators has changed the original ratios found in the natural plant that existed 100 years ago. They are all hybrids now with thousands of strains. Constant research is being conducted by medical physicians who test their own hybrids that target specific diseases. Previously mentioned is Myra Gordon MD, who treats cancer patients. Dr. deCesare is another researcher at Steep Hill Labs, located in seven states, two are in CA. There are chemicals taken in the body that if you load the system of this chemical the body will be damaged and the respiratory and circulatory system will shut down. Alcohol, morphine and other opiates, digoxin, blood pressure medications, all can load the body of chemicals that depress life support. Cannabis on the other hand has over 1000 different chemicals including terpenes that do not react toxically in the body because there are no receptors in the life support area of the brain for these chemicals. Cannabis is not an intrinsic life supporting part of the body. In contrast opiates do have receptors in the life supporting area of the brain that support life. Overloading these receptors with toxic opiates are lethal. In review, side effects of cannabis include dislike, bad taste, sleepiness, headache but no life supporting toxicity. Studies in the EU have shown that rashes noted with taking cannabis are from the terpenes not the CBD, or THC. (Contact Dermatitis. 2009 Jan;60(1):32-40. doi: 10.1111/j.16000536.2008.01471.x). Terpenes are in many supplements. Per Dr. DeCesare, the EU, where the research on terpene allergies was developed, is the only place in the world that regulates supplements. In conclusion legal recreational cannabis will be both a bane and a boon to the cannabis industry. It will be up to the user to demand food/drug grade quality products. For questions contact hilruth@gmail.com

LIFE & CAREER COACH BY SUNNY SIMON

LAUGHING MY WAY THROUGH 2018

very year, right after Christmas, I hole up in my office reflecting on the past year and creating my goals for the next twelve months. Wait! Don’t stop reading, I’m not going to bore you with what you already know about how to create a list of things you want to accomplish in 2018. Instead, I’d like to share some information about one item on my list. Next year I’m aspiring to the status of humorholic. The inspiration came to me by reading a rather dated book filled with wisdom. In 1998, humorist, Larry Wilde, published “When You’re Up to Your Eyeballs in Alligators: How to Use Your Sense of Humor for Unlimited Success, Better Health & Staying Sane When the World Gets a Little Crazy. Larry’s book regaling the multiple benefits of humor convinced me to develop this skill. We all know that laughter is a timeless wonder drug, but listen up all you people who join a gym, Jenny Craig or Weight Watcher’s every January. (All good things of course). But, did you know that during a solid belly laugh we lose 35 calories? Just think, if you do that internal jogging brought on by tickling your funny bone 15 times/day you can burn 525 calories. (As Larry puts it, “You can laugh your ass off.”) Another prominent by-product of humor is enhanced immunity. Scientific evidence indicates there are physical and chemical

links between the mind and the immune system. Back in 2012, studies at Loma Linda University revealed that watching a comedy video strengthens your immune system in measureable ways. How about reducing your stress level? There is nothing silly about the fact that laughter reduces hormones that cause stress. Perhaps the reason most optimists are healthy people is a positive state of mind keeps healthy people well and also speeds up the recovery process in those who are ill. For those of you placing extra focus on your career in the coming year, note a study done by executive recruiting firm Robert Half International revealed individuals with a sense of humor do better at their jobs than those with little or no active funny bone. Looking to get that promotion? In addition to all your hard work, try making your boss and your peers laugh more. Lastly, don’t be afraid to laugh at yourself. (Being blonde, that one’s a no-brainer for me.) Self-deprecating humor is a powerful force in bonding with others. So, if your convinced becoming a humorholic will improve many areas of your life, add it to your list just like I did. Sunny Simon is the owner of Raise the Bar High Life and Career Coaching. More about Sunny at www.raisethebarhigh.com.

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