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Director Anne Fletcher

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Mills & Roogah

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CV Music Summit

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Joshua Tree Music Fest

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bb’s at the River

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The CV Music Awards

Contents

2015 CV Music Awards............................3 CV Music Awards Line Up........................5 Q&A with Anne Fletcher..........................6 Theatre 29................................................7 Breaking the 4th Wall- Miracle Worker....7 Don’t Be Clueless In The CV....................8 Men’s Issue Cocktail Party Photos..........9 LMS - Mills & Roogah...............................9 Tilted Kilt Open Mic...............................10 CV Music Summit...................................11 Joshua Tree Music Festival ...................12 Desert DJs - Bianca Fort........................13 Backstage Jazz - Craig Chestnut...........13 Consider This - Courtney Barnett.........14 LJP Gallery Summer Music Festival......15 Pet Place.................................................16 The Vino Voice........................................17 Club Crawler Nightlife...........................18 Pampered Palate - bb’s at the River......20 Screeners................................................22 Book Review...........................................23 Social Security......................................... 25 Haddon Libby........................................27 Dale Gribow...........................................27 Safety Tips..............................................28 ShareKitchen..........................................28 Sports Scene..........................................29 Free Will Astrology................................31 Mind, Body & Spirit...............................31 Life & Career Coach................................32 Ask The Doctor.......................................32 Weiss Cracks...........................................34

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Recognizing the best of the Valley’s independent musicians and bands on Sunday, May 17

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Publisher & Editor Tracy Dietlin Art Director Robert Chance Sales Team Alaina Majiros, Jorge Gutierrez, Edward L. Prichard III Classified Manager & Nightlife Editor Phil Lacombe Features Writer Lisa Morgan, Judith Salkin, Denise Ortuno Neil, Heidi Simmons, Kira Golden, Rich Henrich Writers/Contributors: Robin Simmons, Rick Riozza, Craig Michaels, Bronwyn Ison, Haddon Libby, Rachel Montoya, Angela Janus, Janet McAfee, Dale Gribow, Raymond Bill, Jack St. Clair, Rob Brezny, Eleni P. Austin, Noe Gutierrez, Sunny Simon, Karen Creasy, Richard Weiss, Dr. Peter Kadile, Dr. Maria Lombardo, Bruce Cathcart, Julie Buehler, Flint Wheeler, Laura Hunt Little, Rebecca Pikus, Monica Morones, Lola Rossi, Dee Jae Cox, Edward L. Prichard III, Jean Chariton, Patte Purcell, Esther Sanchez Photographers Laura Hunt Little, Scott Pam, Lani Garfield, Chris Miller/ Imagine Imagery, La Maniaca Distribution Phil Lacombe, William Westley

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ot your tix for the 2rd Annual CV Music Awards? Time is running out to get the tickets at the preevent price of $25 for the Sunday, May 17 show at the Riviera Palm Springs starting at 5 p.m.

If you wait until the day of the awards show and concert, tickets will be $35 cash at the door.

Just like national awards shows, like the Grammys or CMAs, this will be the party of the year for local musicians and bands! In only its second year, the CV Music Awards has become one of the most anticipated events on the valley’s music scene!

A special “Pioneer Award” will be presented to Sean Wheeler (Sean & Zander, Throwrag), along with “Trailblazer Awards” given to local desert rock legends Brant Bjork (Brant Bjork and the Low Desert Punks, Vista Chino, Fu Manchu, Kyuss) and Nick Oliveri (Nick Oliveri’s Uncontrollable, Mondo Generator, QOTSA, Kyuss).

This year a “Lifetime Achievement Award” has also been added and will be awarded to the amazing Trini Lopez, America’s first Latin Pop Star and longtime desert resident, whose life in music and movies include16 Top 40 songs on the charts, a role as one of the original “Dirty Dozen” on the big screen, an induction into the International Latin Hall of Fame, a Golden Halo Award and who is currently in the process of making his 66th CD. Emcees for the event include: Patrick Evans (CBS Local 2 meteorologist), Bob

Sean Wheeler

Forrest (musician, Thelonious Monster, Bicycle Thief, VH-1’s Celebrity Rehab counselor), Rachel Haden (recording artist with The Haden Triplets who recently performed Stagecoach) Jimi Fitz (DJ/ The Blend on Desert Radio Group’s new station The Breeze), Bronwyn Ison (owner Evolve Yoga, CV Weekly writer) and Julie Buehler (host of Buehler’s Day Off, KMIR Sports Analyst, CV Weekly Sports columnist).

Winners will be announced in 30 categories by celebrity presenters, and local bands Bridger, Blasting Echo, Michael Keeth & Martin Barrera, Perishment, Machin’, Rick Shelley, Wayward Sirens, Chase Huna, Gina Carey, Caxton, Tribe-O, R Buckle Rd., Spankshaft, The Rebel Noise, Thr3 Strykes, and You Know Who, will perform during the Awards show.

In addition to the awards show there is an after-party that starts at 9 p.m. with a limited number of $75 VIP party tickets available (includes the awards show entry). The VIP tix include a hosted bar that includes Crater Lake Vodka & Gin, CVB Brewing Co., wine, and food sponsored

by Smoketree BBQ (Funkey Industries) and Desert Restaurant Group will provide food from 3 of their restaurants including Maracas, The Slice and bb’s at the River.

There will also be entertainment by DJ Alex Harrington, a full set by nominated 80s cover band, Long Duk Dong and a special “Unplugged” performance by nominated Punk Band, Se7en4.

I am so excited about this year’s CV Music Awards. We have such a talented and diverse roster of performers this year. They are all so amazing. This year’s Awards will thrill and delight music lovers of all genres.

It is an event you don’t want to miss.

We even have several surprise celebrity presenters scheduled to appear including Astrella, Fashion Designer and Creator of the Musical T’s.

In addition to saluting the great independent music of the Coachella Valley, the CV Music Awards will also support Loving All Animals with a raffle.

With its own long history associated with the music and entertainment industry, the Riviera Palm Springs is the perfect spot for

Brant Bjork

Jimi FItz

Bronwyn Ison

Julie Buehler

Patrick Evans

bob forrest

Rachel Haden

this party. The midcentury hotel is located at 1600 N. Indian Canyon Dr. For tickets and information, call (760) 501-6228 or publisher@coachellavalleyweekly.com.

To book a room reservation at the Riviera for the awards night, call 866-588-8311 and mention CV Weekly Awards to get the special discount rate of $112.00.

CV Music Awards would like to thank our Title Sponsors: Renova Solar, CV Weekly, The Riviera Palm Springs and Hard Rock Hotel. Gold Sponsors: Crater Lake Vodka, CV Brewing Company, Maracas, The Slice, bb’s at The River, Smoketree BBQ, Tg Tat, Desert Wraps, Musicians Outlet, CYM Lighting and DarMar Awards.

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Trini Lopez

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Live music performances Line up 5:00 – Machin’ Performs.

5:05 – Introduction of Emcees Bronwyn Ison & Jimi Fitz.

5:10 – Gina Carey Performs.

5:15 – Emcees explain how nominees were selected.

Best Blues.

Introduce Alex Harrington as Music Awards Resident DJ. 5:25 – Rick Shelley Performs.

5:30 – Best Keyboards.

Best Event Promoter.

Best Event DJ. 5:40 – Spankshaft Performs.

5:45 – Best Live Performance Band.

5:50 – Lifetime Achievement Award to Trini Lopez.

6:00 – Chase Huna Performs.

6:05 – Best Cover Band.

Best Jazz.

6:15 – Caxton Performs.

6:20 – Best Club DJ. Best Club Promoter.

6:25 – Michael Keeth & Martin Barrera Perform.

6:30 – Introduction of Emcees Patrick Evans & Julie Buehler.

Best Duo. Best Adult Contemporary.

6:40 – The Rebel Noise Performs.

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6:45 – “Pioneer Award” to Sean Wheeler.

6:55 – Best Bass.

7:00 – Appreciation of Sponsors.

7:05 – Blasting Echo Performs.

7:10 – Best Guitar.

Best Country Band.

Best Alternative Band.

7:20 – Tribe-O Performs.

7:25 – Best Rock Band.

Best Producer.

Best Male Vocalist.

7:35 – Wayward Sirens Performs.

7:40 – Introduce Presenters David Ross, Calista Carradine and Alex Burdon-Young.

Best Reggae.

Best Rap/Hip Hop. 7:50 – You Know Who Performs.

7:55 – Introduction of Emcees: Bob Forrest and Rachel Haden.

Guess the Winners of the 2015 CV Music Awards

Keep this page and mark who you think will win in each category. Bring it to the event and turn it in with your name and phone number on it before the awards ceremony. A drawing will take place the following day from the ballots with 10 or more correct guesses. The winner will receive a package of Movie Tickets to the Mary Pickford Theatre and BluRay/dvd Combo Packs of recently released films from Universal Home Theater.

Best Band:

Best Reggae Band:

○ Tribe-O ○ Mikey Reyes Acoustic Movement ○ Irie Junctions ○ Higher Heights ○ Rasun & The Struggle ○ Mozaiq

Best Duo:

NAME: PHONE:

Best Bassist:

○ Hive Minds (Derek ○ Dan Wheat Jordan Gregg & Sean Poe) ○ Laramie Eve ○ Michael Keeth ○ Mondo Flores & Martin Barrera ○ Aaron Ramson ○ Sean Wheeler ○ Brett McLaughlin Best Cover Band: & Zander Schloss ○ Nick Oliveri ○ Long Duk Dong ○ Mikey Reyes ○ Aphrodisiac Jacket Best Drummer: & Bryanna Evaro ○ Ozzmania Best Jazz ○ Katie Cathcart ○ David Macias ○ Dude Jones ○ Mike Cancino Band/Artist: & Bri Cherry ○ 212 Band ○ Steven Hall ○ Will Donato ○ Jos Burrell

○ John Stanley King ○ Greg Saenz Best Rock Band: ○ Penny Unniversity & Rob Martinez ○ Jeff Bowman ○ Burning Bettie Best Female Vocalist: ○ John Stanley King Best New Band: ○ Tommy Winters ○ Blasting Echo ○ Chelsea Sugarbritches ○ Chase Huna ○ Wayward Sirens ○ House of Broken ○ Christina Reyes Best Keyboards: ○ Mikole Kaar ○ The Sweat Act Promises (HOBP) ○ Lisa Lynn Morgan ○ Linda Lemke Heinz ○ Gina Carey ○ The Classy Motherfu?kers ○ Rebel Noise ○ Giselle Woo ○ Christina Reyes Best Blues Band/Artist: ○ The Brosquitos ○ Deadend Paradox ○ Symara Stone ○ Jack Kohler ○ Kal David ○ The Yip Yops ○ Mighty Jack ○ Jesika Von Rabbit ○ Charlie Ellis ○ Mighty Delta-Tones ○ The Dirty X’s ○ Eevaan Tre Best Metal Band: Best Male Vocalist: ○ Bonethumpers Best Frontman: ○ Herb Lienau ○ Perishment ○ Michael Keeth ○ Barry Baughn ○ Nick Flores ○ Remnants of Man ○ Giorg Tierez Best Club DJ: ○ Bobby Nichols ○ Josh Heinz ○ In the Name of ○ Eevaan Tre ○ Alf Alpha ○ Voodoo Hustlers ○ Giorg Tierez the Dead ○ Rick Shelley ○ All Night Shoes Best Country Band/ ○ Ruben Gutierrez ○ Brain Vat ○ Josh Heinz ○ Pedro Le Bass Artist: ○ Jim Cathcart ○ Robotic Humans ○ Leo Rodriquez ○ DJ Day ○ R Buckle Road ○ John Garcia ○ Redivider ○ Femme A Best Alternative Band: ○ Wade Crawford Best Frontwoman: ○ DJ Smoke 1 Best Punk Band: ○ Parosella ○ The Hick Ups ○ Chelsea Sugarbritches Best Event DJ: ○ Se7en4 ○ CIVX ○ Kelly Derrickson ○ Lisa Lynn Morgan ○ Bridger ○ War Drum ○ Alf Alpha ○ Wayward Sirens ○ Linda Lemke Heinz ○ You Know Who ○ Caxton ○ DJ Ray Phillips ○ Rick Shelley ○ Christina Reyes ○ Accustomed to Nothing ○ Ideation ○ DJ Craig Michaels Best Adult ○ Lauri Bono ○ Facelift ○ Alchemy ○ All Night Shoes Contemporary Band/ ○ Jesika Von Rabbit ○ Boycott Radio ○ DJ Habanero Best Rap/Hip Hop Band/ Artist: Best Guitarist: ○ Desert DJ Ent. Best Live Performance Artist: ○ John Stanley King ○ Bobby Taffolla Best Club Promoter: Band: ○ Thr3 Strykes ○ Michael Keeth ○ Rudy Mendez ○ Jack Kohler ○ Machin’ ○ PharmTecs ○ Eevaan Tre & The Show ○ Mike Pygmie ○ Ming Bob ○ Blasting Echo ○ J Patron ○ Jimi Fitz ○ Bobby Nichols ○ Brandon Henderson ○ Long Duk Dong ○ Lootenant Ldoubleo ○ Gina Carey ○ Ehren Groban ○ Johnny Sugarbritches ○ Right On Right On ○ Death Merchants ○ Todd Ashley ○ Arthur Seay ○ Mr. Miami ○ Pedestrians ○ Machin’ ○ The Hellions ○ Caxton ○ Waxy ○ You Know Who ○ Blasting Echo ○ Bridger ○ Burning Bettie ○ Spankshaft ○ Perishment

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○ Thr3 Strykes ○ Spankshaft ○ Se7en4 ○ Burning Bettie ○ Bridger

Best Drummer.

Best Live Performance Venue.

8:05 – Introduce Presenter Astrella.

Best Female Vocalist.

8:10 – R Buckle Road Performs.

8:15 – Best New Band.

8:20 – “Trailblazers Awards” to Nick Oliveri and Brant Bjork.

Best Punk Band.

8:30 – Perishment Performs.

8:35 – Best Frontman.

Best Metal Band.

8:40 – Thr3 Strykes Performs.

8:45 – Best Frontwoman.

Best Album.

8:50 – Bridger Performs.

8:55 – Best Band.

9:00 – VIP Aftery Party Begins

Best Event Promoter: ○ BB Ingle ○ Steve Johns ○ P-Lab ○ Ray Phillips ○ Reggie Cameron

Best Live Performance Venue: ○ The Hood ○ Schmidy’s ○ Date Shed ○ Pappy & Harriet’s ○ Tilted Kilt ○ The Purple Room

Best Local Album:

○ Se7en4 – Let’s Get High and Fight ○ Remnants of Man – Rise ○ Perishment – Amidst the Black ○ Hive Minds – Hive Minds ○ Waxy – Chainsaw Holiday ○ Thr3 Strykes – CMNCTN BRKDWN

Best Producer:

○ Ronnie King ○ Mikey Doling ○ Brad Garrow ○ Dave Catching

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Q&A WITH “HOT PURSUIT” DIRECTOR ANNE FLETCHER

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ast Saturday, I hosted a Q&A with director Anne Fletcher after a screening of “Hot Pursuit” at Cinemas Palme d’Or, where it is playing. Here is an excerpt of that conversation.

Can you tell me a little something about your journey to directing?

In a nutshell, I came to Hollywood from Detroit to dance and met a lovely man, producer and choreographer Adam Shankman when we danced on the 1990 Oscars’ show. We became good friends and one day he said, “You should be directing.”

Later I got a call from him and he said I have a music video for you to choreograph and direct. And that’s how it started. One thing led to another...

Do you prefer movie directing to singing, acting, dancing, designing choreographer or your other creative endeavors?

It kind if is on one level because it incorporates everything. And you get to work with great people who are experts at what they do. However, performing is what I miss because I love it so much and it’s the most important thing in my life.

When you first got the screenplay, did it have another title?

Originally the movie was called “Don’t Mess With Texas.” But that phrase is copyrighted because Texas uses it for an anti-litter campaign, so we couldn’t use it.

Texans are very serious and wouldn’t let us use it under any circumstances.

How did the movie come to you?

It came through Reese Witherspoon’s production company. She’s a producer with Sofia Vergara.

Was the movie you shot the same screenplay that originally came to you?

We reshaped it a bit to fit the two stars.

In the first test screening, people wanted to like Cooper, Reese’s character, but wanted to know why she’s so weird, so we reshot some scenes including the opening. That softened her character up a bit. We added other physical comedy bits as well.

So you put a lot of value in test screenings?

I like test screening. They are my favorite part of the process. Audiences will tell you how they feel about the movie. With 400 people in the theater, there’s an energy in the room you can feel in the room. And remember, you are making the movie for them! “Hot Pursuit” is not a labor of love as in I have to make this movie that’s in my heart. I did it for fun. But when you get it in front of an audience, they will tell you what is working and what is not.

I think there’s a peculiar thing with a test screening, that audience is seeing the movie for the first time. And that’s something you can’t do after weeks of editing.

That’s absolutely true. You’re so close to it -- but when you get it in front of real people it all becomes very clear. I like to talk to test audiences and have them fill out

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forms regarding the film’s specifics.

Regarding Reese and Sofia, I thought these two women had great chemistry on screen. But when there was downtime while shooting, how did local residents react when they stumbled across these two beautiful women?

We shot in New Orleans in the dead of summer. Not only was it hotter than you can imagine it was 150% humidity! Nobody should have to experience that! On our first few days of shooting, people would just come up and take pictures of us. Sofia understands social media and really worked it. Sofia’s from Columbia and she moves from a place you don’t want to approach her. But she’s the most personable, kindest and nicest person you’ll ever meet. Mostly, people left us alone.

I was born in New Orleans and graduated high school in Dallas. And I thought maybe this film was actually shot in Texas.

That’s great. We were limited in our shooting to stay within a 30-mile radius of New Orleans. We had William Creber, a great production designer. The scene with the billboard and the truck crash with all that cocaine was an actual vintage Texas billboard.

Can you comment on being a female director in a male dominated industry? Are there special challenges?

I don’t know what it’s like being a male director. There’s definitely an imbalance in the industry, but I don’t think the higher up studio executives are thinking, “I’m not going to hire that person because she’s a woman.” I’ve never had the experience of sexism or knowing someone was chosen over me because I’m a woman. I’m hoping and praying everything is based on merit.

I’m sure I was hired for this movie because they -- Reese, Sofia and Bruna Papandrea (Reese’s producing partner) -- were intrigued to have a female at the helm. Plus they really loved “The Proposal” I think that was part of their decision, but I wasn’t the only director in the running. Women are pushing really hard and we’ll keep pushing until there’s a balance and equality.

One thing I really liked about “Hot Pursuit” is that even though a female centric team put this movie together, I never thought there was an agenda. I also liked the sense of discarding political correctness and instead just having fun.

The world is a grim place. We need silly fun just to detox!

Thank you. Sometimes we need to see a movie just to relax. When Chris Farley was alive I’d go see anything he was in. I’d just run to his movies to be silly and laugh and escape my life. Action comedies have been a male genre at its core for many years.

And I didn’t want to throw two women into the mix and say, “Just behave like men.” I wanted to make sure the women presented in the right way. We are crazy and zany and layered -- just like men. I know men will be dragged to these female centric films and I wanted to make sure there was a balance.

Hopefully it’s universal enough so everyone can enjoy it. I wanted to make sure it’s not too girlie and there’s stuff guys can relate to.

When you began this project, did you sign up for “PG-13” or “R” rating?

It was originally rated “R” mainly because of the language. But I wanted the language to fit these women, one from Colombia and one from the South. Swearing is easy and fun, but sometimes it just doesn’t fit the characters.

And it’s not necessary to be funny. At

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the same time, I didn’t want to distance or alienate any of Sofia’s huge fan base from “Modern Family.”

What’s the core audience or demographic for this film?

It’s a chick flick. Really aimed at teen girls.

According to exit polls, teen girls have given “Hot Pursuit” and “A” rating.

I wanted to be respectful of the two women in the lead because they are actually representing all women.

What’s in you future? Do you have a dream project?

I wish I had an answer. I have a few things in development. But it’s a strange thing, when you release a movie, whether it does well or not, sometimes it wipes the development slate clean. I just finished “Hot Pursuit” three weeks ago so more than anything, I really need to just unwind.

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theatre

THEATRE 29 ACCEPTING DIRECTOR’S SUBMISSIONS FOR 2016 SEASON

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heatre 29 is beginning the process of selecting plays, comedies, dramas and musicals for their 2016

season.

Area theatrical directors are being invited to submit suggested plays for consideration.

The Theatre 29 Season Selection Committee strongly suggests Directors submit two titles to allow flexibility in forming a wellbalanced season. Directors can request a particular time slot or slots but are not guaranteed their requested time frame will be available.

The Theatre 29 play selection committee

will review all requests and submit a recommended 2016 season line-up to the Board of Directors for review, the full Board will make the final determination.

Directors are reminded that Theatre 29 is dedicated to producing plays that are family-oriented and will attract a general audience. Directors submitting for the 2015 season must submit a script and an estimation of the shows budget, including, at least, estimated royalties and script costs.

Directors submitting for the first time to Theatre 29 are asked to include a directorial resume or biography of the

candidate’s theatrical background. It is strongly suggested that first-time Directors include an Assistant Director who is well accustomed to the Theatre 29 Organization and culture. Directors will be required to adhere to the Theatre 29 Code of Conduct.

The Play Selection Committee reserves the right to require and verify additional directorial qualifications on a case-by-case basis.

Theatre 29 is an all-volunteer NonProfit Community theater that operates as an independent 501(c) 3 tax exempt organization. All Directors, Performers, backstage crew and theatre staff are unpaid volunteers. Musicals are allowed a stipend budget for musicians.

Theatre 29 will present six productions during the 2016 calendar year. Each play will run 12 performances over a 5 week run.

Each play will have a Sunday Matinee the

A Stage Review of “THE MIRACLE WORKER”

second and fourth week. Matinees will be on Saturdays or Sundays at the discretion of the director. The schedule allows for a minimum seven week rehearsal cycle. All shows are produced at the Theatre 29 building at 73637 Sullivan Road in the City of Twentynine Palms.

Tentative 2016 season slots: Show: 1: January 15 – February 7 Show: 2: March 11 – April 9 Show: 3: May 6 – June 4 Summer Youth Program: – July 5 - August 6 Show: 4: August 27 – September 24 Show 5: (Halloween Specialty) October 14 - October 31 Show 6: November 25 – December 24 Directors are asked to submit their requests to: Theatre 29 Play Selection Committee c/o Gary Daigneault 6448 Hallee Road #5 Joshua Tree, Ca. 92252 Or e-mail to: z1077fm@gmail.com The deadline for submissions is June 30, 2015. Prospective Directors can review their responsibilities on the Directors page at www.theatre29.org. For further information call Theatre 29 Season Selection Committee member Gary Daigneault at 760-366-8471.

Breaking the 4th Wall

By Dee Jae Cox

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he Miracle Worker was first produced in 1959, but the story is timeless.

And some classics are most certainly worth restaging. William Gibson’s, “The Miracle Worker” is by far one of them. Set in the early part of the twentieth century, it tells the story of Helen Keller, a deaf, blind and mute child that was introduced to language and the power of critical thinking by her teacher Annie Sullivan.

It’s a moving and inspirational story and Desert Theatreworks makes a solid effort to stage this drama with the integrity that it deserves.

Patricia Cromwell as Annie Sullivan and Violet Feath as Helen Keller are a magical

duo. With the exception of a few opening night glitches, they were both captivating and engaging as the historical teacher and student who proved that miracles do happen with faith and persistence.

Cromwell’s bravado and determination showcases the true essence of who Annie Sullivan was believed to be. Her skill for dialect and her likeable demeanor give such heart to a character that had suffered more than one set back in her life. Violet Feath had me mesmerized from her first walk on to the stage. Without any really ‘lines’ in the show, she beautifully communicated the frustrations and brilliance of a child who was trapped in a dark world until given the light of language. It was a big role for a little

girl and she managed it with great talent and professionalism.

Tanner Lieser as James Keller was a favorite. While his moments of snide comments and apparent disregard for his ‘half’ sister, could seem a bit callused, Leiser played the role to perfection. And the brief insights to his own inner struggles as the ‘ignored’ son, gave great sympathy to the character. I liked Jimmy and felt for his fate as all focus was placed on Helen. Kate Keller (Mari Kerber) was a mother long on love and short on options when she brought Annie Sullivan home to teach her lost child.

And Kerber plays her with all of the inner strength and fortitude that this character deserves.

I found the staging to be a bit too busy in the first act, with the furniture seeming to be in constant motion and was happy that it settled into a steady placement by Act 2. The soundtrack voices from Annie’s past had a tin echo quality that was disturbing, though probably intentional. Overall Desert Theatreworks is a professional company who brings quality theatre to the Coachella Valley. This is a production that can be enjoyed by all who appreciate a timeless story and some real acting talent.

The Miracle Worker, a production of Desert Theatreworks, is performed at 7

p.m., Friday and Saturday; and 2 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, through May 16th, at the Arthur Newman Theatre at the Joslyn Center, located at 73750 Catalina Way, in Palm Desert.

For Reservations: call 760-980-1455, or visit www.dtworks.org.

Dee Jae Cox, is a playwright, director and producer. She is the Cofounder and Artistic Director for The Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Project and the host of KPTR 1450’s hit radio show, “California Woman 411” in Palm Springs.

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Don’t Be

CLUELESS IN THE COACHELLA VALLEY

You go girl!

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ing it out loud and proud, Guenevere: “Tra la! It’s May! The lusty month of May! That lovely month when ev’ryone goes Blissfully astray. Tra la! It’s here! That shocking time of year When tons of wicked little thoughts Merrily appear! It’s May! It’s May! That gorgeous holiday When ev’ry maiden prays that her lad Will be a cad!

It’s mad! It’s gay! A libelous display! Those dreary vows that ev’ryone takes, Ev’ryone breaks. Everyone makes divine mistakes--The lusty month of May.” Thus goes the a showstopper for singer Julie Andrews in the B’way musical “Camelot.” We may not live there, but we live in the next best spot: Paradise.

Take a look at what’s going on stage and off during our own (sing it!)“Trusty month of May. Hooray!”

Saturday, May 16, 6 - 9 PM. One Night Only! Actress/Entertainer/Legendary Blonde Carol Channing will be honored by the Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) at their upcoming Gala “One Enchanted Evening,” with the 29th l presentation of The Joseph L. Treadway Loving Care Award. It is VNA California’s way of recognizing some very special people for the extraordinary care they have given to a family member, friend, or in Carol Channing’s case, her generous philanthropic contributions to citizens of the Coachella Valley. Special Guests scheduled to attend include - Johnny Cannizzaro (“Jersey Boys”), Carolyn Hennessy (“True Blood”), Kristanna Loken (“Terminator 3”) and Omar Sharif, Jr. (“The Secret Scripture”). More special appearances to be confirmed for this special evening. Ever since her Broadway debut in Blitzsteins’ For An Answer and a Time Magazine cover story, which hailed her performance as Lorelei in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, Miss Channing has been a star of international acclaim. Her version of “Diamonds are a Girl’s Best Friend” is an iconic performance seconded only by Marilyn’s. Her Broadway credits include some of the most memorable characters in theatrical history, winning three Tony Awards® including one for her show-stopping portrayal of Dolly Levi in Jerry Herman’s Hello,Dolly!, as well as one for Lifetime Achievement. Carol’s career has been varied and continuing. (Once when she took to the stage at the McCallum to

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honor a major figure, we marveled as she effortlessly blew everyone else off the stage.)

Co-Chaired by Cynde Rusnak and Art Silva, this Annual Event will be held in the Sago Palm Ballroom at The Saguaro Hotel in Palm Springs and will include an on-site Silent and Live Auction, Cocktail Reception, Plated SitDown Dinner, Award Presentation and Live Entertainment provided by Peggy March (“I Will Follow Him”) and Drew Tablak (www.

DrewTablak.com). For more information, visit VNACalifornia.org or call 760-7736260. For table sales and sponsorship information, please contact (760) 773-6260 or Development@VNACalifornia.org. VNA California has been providing skilled nursing for home health, rehabilitative, palliative and hospice patients in their homes or places of residence since 1931. One of the oldest home health care providers in Southern California, VNA California supports 21,000+ patients each year with 250,000+ home health visits and 185,000 days of hospice care. As the only community-based non-profit to offer a complete continuum of home care, VNA California provides services throughout Riverside, San Bernardino, East Los Angeles and North San Diego Counties.

Wednesday, May 20, 7 PM. The Steinway Society of Riverside County will present the Piano Festival Winners in performance at the Rancho Mirage Public Library. Perhaps it will be the last time you will hear their “astonishing” and “inspired” piano expertise absolutely free! It’s a unique opportunity to witness some of the finest young musical talent that the Coachella Valley has to offer as these students play with pure heart and soul. Senior Winners: Marie Ananian, Yoonseo Ted Choi, Mileana Martinez, Joel Oswari and Bed Tecson; Junior Winners: RanenUnger Hicks, Matthew Gurning, Emika Saito, Lydia XU and Samuel Xu. Come early as seating is limited. The Steinway Society is authorized to use the Steinway name and logo, but receives no funding from the Steinway Piano Company. To find out how you can help them enhance the lives of children through music, please visit www.steinwayriverside.org We gratefully acknowledge donor support for this and other programs. The RMPL, 72200 HWY 111, Rancho Mirage.

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Departure Thursday, May 21 - Return Wednesday, May 27! The McCallum Theatre announces its 2015 Springtime Theatre Tour to New York in partnership with Break-Away Tours. The New York trip is 7 days/6 nights departing Palm Springs on May 21 and

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returning May 27, 2015, with guests staying at the convenient Westin Times Square Hotel. Four exciting Broadway productions are included: “The Audience” starring Helen Mirren; “The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Nighttime”; a great new revival of “The King And I” and a fourth production to be announced. This tour includes a harbor cruise, breakfast at Carnegie Deli, guided and walking tours, tours of Lincoln Center and The Players, breakfast and theatre talk, lunch at Pete’s Tavern, tours of Kykuit (Rockefeller Estate) and Union Church of Pocantico Hills ad a visit to the 9/11 Memorial Museum. Airport transfers in New York are included. This trip is $3,995 per

person, double occupancy. Applicable taxes and airport charges of approximately $100 will be added. “This is going to be one of our best tours yet,” says Judi Cohen, Manager of Special Events at McCallum Theatre. “It’s a great year for Broadway and our speciallyarranged tours are always a highlight. The guides are incredibly knowledgeable and every detail is handled. The best part is that you never have to touch your luggage.” A percentage of each trip will be donated to the McCallum Theatre, a not-for-profit organization. For more information or reservations contact: Judi Cohen, (760) 7766186, email her Jcohen@mccallum-theatre. org Enjoy the view as New York and the Great White Way welcome Spring!

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Snapshots from the 2015 Men’s issue Cocktail Party at Hard Rock

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Article & Photos By esther sanchez

PHILLIE MILLS and BUCK ROOGAH TWIN EAGLES OF THE DESERT EAGLES

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ver the past couple of decades, those of us who have paid attention have witnessed the music scene in the Coachella Valley break free from its shell of obscurity to spread its wings. For the most part, bands from rock, punk and heavy-metal style genres have been the local artists that have found success beyond the Banning pass. But, lately there have been signs that Coachella Valley has a Hip Hop scene that has been readying itself for the world to stand up and recognize.

Indio natives Phillie Mills and Buck Roogah are Twin Eagles, a hip-hop duo that are an extension of a loosely knit group of rappers, DJs, musicians, B-Boys, and their associates; most of whom have been friends since childhood. Acclaimed, local MCs and CV Music Award nominees such as solo artist J. Patron along with Joshua Fimbres and Josh Hall (Thr3 Strykes) and DJ Smoke1 are all members in good standing with the Desert Eagles.

Roogah: “Phillie and I met in 6th grade.

It’s funny because we thought we didn’t like each other at first. I don’t think we had any classes together or anything. We just knew each other from school. In fact we didn’t really start hanging out together like homies until High School.”

At this point Phillie flashes a devilish grin and interjects: “That’s because back then you were all about basketball and I was all about girls.”

It was during their years in High School that necessary bonds were formed, experiences shared, wisdom gained and skills built that would make the current existence of the Desert Eagles Crew a reality.

Roogah: “I didn’t really get into the rapping part of the scene right away. Initially, I found my place in hip hop through breakdancing. I would write a little here and there but that was it. Phillie and J. Patron were the first guys in our crew to start messing around

with music. After watching these guys doing it for a couple of years I decided to go for it. I realized I was missing out on the fun.”

It’s clear when you spend a little bit of time with these guys that they truly do have a lot of fun together. I asked the guys why, out of all of the dudes in the Desert Eagles, (with whom they regularly collaborate and share a stage) are they paired up together in an official group.

Mills: “At one point we started recording some stuff with DJ Bass at his pad for a side project that started turning into something bigger. Bass did all of the production and mixing and he came up with some really unique stuff that lead to J. Patron joining in on that project. Eventually we all started working on solo stuff but Buck and I worked together every day laying tile. We would spend hours together every day listening to music so it was only natural that this would end up happening.”

The obvious, brother-like bond and rambunctious energy between Mills and Roogah is somewhat reflective of the interactions between James Franco and Seth Rogen in any of their multiple movie collaborations. It was the relatability of those characters combined with the rappers’ shared affinity for movies that inspired the name of their new project. Franco and Rogen, a mixed-tape, is set to be released in coming months.

I asked the guys what we can expect from this new project.

Philly: “We are no holds barred about saying whatever we want. You will probably laugh most of the time because we are there to entertain you. We aren’t about taking ourselves seriously. If you come to our show and get close enough to the stage we want you make you a part of what is happening.

We want to bring you in…….engage.”

Experience Twin Eagles up close and personal with; Pharmtecs, Tip-Toe Stallone and others on May 28th at Plan B in Thousand Palms.

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Tilted Kilt Open Mic

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he kick off for the Summer Edition 2015 of The Tilted Kilt Open Mic Competition brought a great show! The $100 weekly cash prize for 1st place, fantastic prizes for 2nd and 3rd places, plus a local celebrity to judge each week kept the performers on their toes to give it their best! DJ Alex Updike kept the crowd grooving in between performances. Once everyone performed and the judge vote (50%) was tallied and added to the audience applause score (50%), it was newcomer band, Avenida, who won 1st place and the $100 cash. Avenida will now be moving on to one Semi Finals on 7/29 & 8/5. If they win there, they’ll compete in the finals 8/12 for a shot at a $500 trip to Vegas from Crater Lake Spirits, an Artist Development Workshop from Producer Ronnie King, and 8 hours of studio time plus a mix and master from JEM Pro Studio. 2nd & 3rd places were a tie and awarded to Marco Thoma and Porsia Smith who each decided to take home Desert Dining Club cards.

THANK YOU to ALL of our performers at the Tilted Kilt Open Mic Competition for putting on a great show AND for being so supportive of the other

artists: Mike Sick-boy, Daniel Scopelitis, Rick Dame, Will Kelly, Jim Holiday, Bino Sotelo, Marco Thoma, Porsia Camille, Tyler LaSalle, Ryan Alexander Diaz, Paul Vasquez, Josiah Gonzalez, Alberto Moreno, Jose Juarez, Juan Espino, Zach Woods, Jasyn Smith, Alex Oates, and Joseph Vaughn. I hope to see you all next week! Look for coverage of this week’s event and the announcement of winners in the next issue of Coachella Valley Weekly! SPECIAL THANKS to all of our sponsors: JEM Pro Studios, Ronnie King Music, Crater Lake Spirits, KAM Studios, CV Weekly, Canyon Copy & Print, DJ Alex Updike, and the Mary Pickford Theater.

Be sure to “LIKE” Facebook.com/ TiltedKiltOpenMicCompetition for updates! ALL AGES ALLOWED and YOU may compete EVERY week! PLEASE NOTE: Due to our overwhelming number of interested performers, sign in starts at 7pm and will be closed at 7:45pm. BRING YOUR FRIENDS, FAMILY and FANS and note that the competition usually ends by 10:30pm so be sure your friends and family know to stay until the end to voice their vote!!! For questions or information about sign-up, please see Facebook.com/ TiltedKiltOpenMicCompetition or contact creator and host, Morgan James at MorganAliseJames@ gmail.com or (714) 651-1911

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hanks to CV Weekly, an incredible opportunity will bridge local musicians with manufacturers and professionals in the industry for a weekend of panels, workshops, a showcase and a contest aimed at giving local bands an opportunity to connect with powerful brands. From a Whisper to a Dream is the brainchild of Brian Hardgroove, bassist for none other than, Rock and Roll Hall of Famers, Public Enemy.

The concept came about after a conversation with microphone manufacturer, Sennheiser.

The idea is about connecting talent and access outside the traditional route.

“It’s about relationships. Local bands generally don’t have the opportunities to even begin those types of relationships you need to establish with the manufacturers.

It can really make touring more profitable, even without a major record label. We want to bring this conference and showcase to the Coachella Valley to lift up the talent that exists here,” says Hardgroove.

Mr. Hardgroove, and his partner, entertainment attorney, Talia Kosh, have partnered with the CV Weekly in search of the best bands in the region. The first edition of From a Whisper to a Dream happened last year in Santa Fe, NM followed by an

invitation to NAMM, the largest trade show and association of music merchants in the world. “Being a Brand Ambassador is the first step in full endorsement. It takes more than posting photos on social media. Sean Healen, our winner from last year, was able to come to NAMM, travel costs covered, and learn what the manufacturers expect of their musicians. Plus he received over $4,000 in microphones from winning the contest that took his recordings and live performances to

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By rich henrich the next level,” stated an enthusiastic Kosh.

What is different about this contest is it is not only a showcase but also a conference focused on the musician. Brian Hardgroove explains that most contests are to the benefit of something else- they use music to sell something. “Business sells music to their benefit. This is about creating a platform to give the benefit to the musicians.” The organization will bring together leading figures in the industry to serve not only as judges for the contest but also mentors to bands and singer/ songwriters during the conference and perhaps even beyond for a select few musicians. CV Weekly Publisher, Tracy Dietlin says “I couldn’t be happier to bring this together for our local bands that deserve a shot at being able to make a living as musicians. This Valley is so full of talent.

I wanted to do something that could really showcase the level of music we have out here and help them succeed beyond what is available to them. It’s really incredible to have Brian and Talia on board to connect some of these bands to bigger opportunities. It’s exciting!”

“Our goal is to return year after year and develop these musicians even after the contest. We want these connections to endure to future events and to other manufacturers,” states Hardgroove. He is passionate about helping musicians and manufacturers not only connect but also help each other develop and create the kind of music and culture America is proud of exporting around the world. His message to manufacturers is direct and appropriate.

“They owe it to those who will never have mega-success yet still make them rich.” Stuart Copeland, the legendary drummer for The Police applauds the efforts of From a Whisper to a Dream and refers to Mr. Hardgroove as a “pillar of the (musical) community.” For many bands, the only way to fame is through a major label. However, there are other ways to make a living as a musician and create the music without the compromise. That is what this showcase, contest and conference is all about.

Talia Kosh shares her conviction for their

mission, confessing this is a “passion project.”

She emphasizes her love for the musicians as she shares her gratitude for being a part of shaping a new model for the musician/ entrepreneur. Ms. Kosh will head up the panels and workshops for the conference, bringing key industry thought leaders to the Coachella Valley. One such panel will focus on Music Licensing. “We’ll definitely look at the trends and what’s at issue for most musicians, how to make a living. We will get into the particulars of music licensing and contracts. If you don’t have the basics covered, that’s where things tend to break down.” Mr. Hardgroove adds his wisdom to the importance of such a discussion: “It’s essentially why people are rich or poor. Why even some household names are poor while unknowns have as much money as a small country!”

Hardgroove & Kosh are a firm with partners to recon with as they address what they refer to as “the downward spiral of our American music culture.” His love for music, culture and country, echoes with every word as he praises the greats that have come before him from Jazz to Pop. He notes that while music genres have constantly been segregated, the artistic output of our country has made a positive impact that is “ASTOUNDING!” His goal is to change the direction of music back to the days of producing giants like Barry Gordy and Jerry Wexler, when art was the primary goal. “What’s being lost now is the very tangible power we had due to our art,” exclaims a serious man on a mission. “This is what allowed music to be what it is. This is my attempt at raising that voice.”

From a Whisper to a Dream will take place at the Hard Rock Hotel Palm Springs and throughout other Valley venues June 4-7, 2015. CV Weekly will kick-off the event with a special night at Schmidy’s Tavern as they play host to music and a candid conversation with Brian Hardgroove. For more information, please contact (760) 501-6228.

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Esther’s Picks for Joshua Tree Music Festival

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Bianca Fort Mid-Days on KKUU, U92.7

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re you planning on attending the Joshua Tree Music Festival this weekend but have yet to take the time to do any research on performers that you might not be familiar with? No worries, Party People! I have done my homework & have graciously hand selected a few artists that I personally think nobody should miss.

Gene Evaro Jr. and the Family Out of only a handful local artists performing at JT Fest, the most popular could arguably be Gene Evaro Jr. and the Family.

John Lennon Songwriting Contest ‘Song of the Year’ winners, they were featured performers at the NAMM Show 2015, last January. As the winners of the national contest, 25 year-old Gene Jr. (vox, guitar, keys and songwriter), Tyler Sacara (drums), and Piper Robison (bass) Mitchell Arganda (Percussion) and Amanda Davis (Vox) performed a 40-minute set on the GoPro Stage in the Grand Plaza at the Anaheim Convention Center in addition to their extensive prize package that included a professional video produced by the John Lennon Educational Tour Bus, and a music gear package valued at over $9,000.

With a sound described as, “Deeplygrooved funky blues, with generous doses of folk and soul,” and a rapidly growing fanbase, Joshua Tree residents, Gene Jr. and the Family have definitely been making waves in the SoCal music scene and beyond. Recently, they have been recording their second album at local rocker/producer Robbie Waldman’s, Unit A Recording and Arts Studio (unit-a-. com), which is set to be released this Summer entitled, We’re Stoked! Catch their set on Sunday at 9:30 PM. Keep up with Gene Evaro Jr. and the Family: genejrandthefamily.com facebook.com/RoamingSounds

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Sangally Growing up as the son of well-known French blues singer and guitarist, Jean Sangally, Damien Sangally has music running through his veins. One of my favorite picks for the festival, this French performer is making a stop at the JT Festival while on a tour of the American West Coast to promote his newest release, Shaman, and we are lucky to have him.

During his adolescent years, Sangally trained intensively as a jazz saxophonist until the fateful day his father returned from a performance with a gift for his son; his first guitar. From that day forward his guitar became such an integral part of his life that it may as well be an extension of his limbs.

Everything I have ever heard from Sangally is intriguing, melodic and totally unique. Yet, as original and contemporary as his sound is, both vocally and instrumentally it is dripping with classic, old-school blues throughout.

According to Sangally, it was during an extended stay in London to do production work for other musicians that he cultivated his taste for a mix of vintage and modern styles.

Catch Sangally’s JT Fest debut on Saturday at 10:30 am. sangallymusic.com facebook.com/damien.sangally

Dirty Revival “FIVE SOULS FUSED TO BRING THE HEAT, TO MOVE THE FEET, TO GROOVE THE BEAT: WELCOME TO THE REVIVAL... THE DIRTY REVIVAL” -DIRTYREVIVAL.COMIf I were to cast a vote for who I think could be the best, all around performers to grace the desert stage this weekend I might very well go with Portland, Oregon upand-comers, Dirty Revival. This five-piece “soul-meets-hip-hop” ensemble consists of Evan ‘evv’n’flo’ Simko (guitar, emcee), Terry Drysdale (drums), Karl Ludwigsen (keys), John Shaw (bass) and the band-member I am currently obsessed with, vocalist, Sarah Clarke.

Ms. Clarke’s sexy, smoke and honey tone complements powerful belts, impressive range and stylistic diversity. Frankly, I think she is a star and the sound created her band-mates oozes with soulful funk that has become an ideal platform for her abilities.

Apparently, from basement beginnings in the not-so-distant past, DR has become one of the most sought after bands in the Pacific Northwest and has shared stages with hip hop legends such as Slick Rick, Nappy Roots and Gift of Gab, and have several Pacific Northwest tours under their belt. Now in the midst of a 12 day west-coast tour, DR is currently on the road performing at venues throughout California as they make their way towards their final destination, Joshua Tree.

No doubt that by Saturday they will be fully primed to rock that body. Don’t miss out.

Experience Dirty Revival on Saturday at 1:30 pm dirtyrevival.com facebook.com/DirtyRevival Rachel Lark Truth be told, this chick is my top pick this time around. As your trusty JT Fest guide I would not be doing my job if I didn’t tell you about my favorite artist scheduled to debut her genius this weekend at the Festival. Bay Area resident, Rachel Lark is a talented and accomplished singer/songwriter and multiinstrumentalist who happens to be the only female artist that I have ever seen utilize a technique called “live looping” during performances. Live looping is the recording and playback of a note or piece of music in real-time using either dedicated hardware devices, called loopers or phrase samplers, or software running on a computer with an audio interface. (Don’t worry if that seems confusing. See the YouTube link below.) This technology essentially allows

Lark to electronically orchestrate original instrumentals live on the spot as she sings.

(Still confused? Don’t worry, just trust me on this one.)

Lark: “I was always in bands so when I started my solo career I missed the full sound of a band.” She explained to me that some songs she wrote were best suited for her ukulele but she wanted to expand. When she performs her live-looping show there is a sense of drama, edge and fullness to the music that is completely different from her acoustical performances in almost every way.

The truth is that I only discovered Rachel Lark a few weeks ago while doing research for this article. Within minutes of watching her performance videos I become an enthusiastic fan and over the past several weeks I have found myself boldly singing the praises of Ms. Lark to anyone who will listen. A rising star in the Bay Area music scene, Lark has become a sensation for her acoustical performances of some of the smartest and most hilarious songs on taboo topics I have ever heard. Don’t get me wrong, she is no shock-artist. She isn’t merely throwing out senseless raunch for attention. If you listen closely, it becomes clear that the angel-faced performer is highly skilled at communicating radical, sometimes eye-popping messages through her songs.

Admittedly, I was briefly confused as to what exactly it is that Lark does. I couldn’t figure out whether she was a folk singer, a DJ, some sort of spoken-word performer/ activist or something else entirely. At one point, while looking through her YouTube videos I actually wondered whether or not I was watching videos of different performers who shared the same name. I soon realized that trying to define Lark and her art was a fruitless waste of time and a bit of a buzzkill.

Basically, I was missing the point. This petite, songstress is in a category all her own and if I was you, I wouldn’t miss out.

You can experience Rachel Lark on Saturday at 11:30 pm.

Watch Rachel Lark perform with live looping on YouTube @BAMM.tv Presents: Rachel Lark - “So Cold” Rachel Lark has launched a Kickstarter campaign to finance a music video for her single, “Warm, Bloody Tender.” rachellark.com facebook.com/rachel.antonylevine

orn and raised right here in the 760, Bianca Fort has been the midday personality on U92.7 for the past 7 years. Her career at the Desert Radio Group actually began 10 years ago when Bianca was still attending Palm Springs High as a freshman. As a regular listener, Bianca became pretty good at winning prizes from her current station. One day she came in to pick up a prize and wound up getting a tour of the studios. Excited to meet and learn about the voices she heard on the air, Bianca decided to enroll in a radio intern program offered at her high school. While other students were busy with sports and after school activities, Bianca began opening a door to broadcasting. After interning during her freshman and sophomore year, her big break would finally come at the age of 16 when she was hired to work the sound board for station remotes. She would eventually get her turn on the mic working weekend air shifts.

At the age of 23, Bianca’s persistence paid off when she was promoted to midday show where you can listen to her weekdays from 10am to 3pm. Bianca’s up-beat and friendly personality is very addicting to listen to. She shared with me why she feels her show is so relatable to listeners; “Before I worked in radio, I was that listener that always called in and built a relationship with the DJs. I think that helps me to connect with my listeners better.”

In addition to the mid-day show, Bianca was also given the title of music director for her station that plays top 40 music. Over the years she has had the chance to meet many of the artist she plays such as, Kanye West, Chris Brown, Drake and Pitbull just to name a few. Bianca admits staying relevant is not always easy; “The most challenging

part of doing a radio show for me is; keeping things fresh, new and interesting.

With all the different outlets for music now, you really have to give your listeners a reason to tune in each day.” But she adds, “I am truly blessed to be able to wake up every day and get paid for doing what I love to do!”

Looking to expand her audience and radio career, Bianca saw an ad in a trade magazine for a radio host in Joplin Missouri.

In addition to her current show on U92.7, she also syndicates a mid-day show on KSYN 92.5 in Joplin. When she’s not on the air, she is posting entertainment and music news on her website; www.beautieandthebeat. com. Her goal is to increase the number of syndicated shows and to become a part of a morning show.

If you want to contact Bianca you can email her at: beautieandthebeat@gmail. com.

Written by: Craig Michaels Craig Michaels Productions (760) 880-3848

Backstage Jazz

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By patte purcell

Craig Chestnut

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ho’s the debonair guy sitting behind the drums? It’s the desert’s favorite jazz drummer Craig Chestnut. Despite his youthful good looks he’s been playing for 43 years. He started in the 4th grade when he received his first set of drums passed down from his brother. Once he got behind the drums he wouldn’t leave much to the chagrin of his parents. They inevitably set up practice time from noon to 7 pm only to save the neighbors from his late night rehearsals. In Jr. High he joined the jazz band in school and ultimately the drum corp. where he learned to read music.

He studied under a drum teacher and got a drum scholarship to Southern University but passed because he fell in love (my kind of story).

His first formal band was Frankie and the Flashbacks where they played for frats and sororities which is where he got bitten by the live performance bug. At 17 he auditioned for General Cain who opened for bands including Rick James and The Gap Band, but his parents said no to him touring at his young age and instead he enlisted in the navy. He got out in 1986 and immediately got another set of drums. He ended up in LA working for some of the largest entertainment agencies and made loads of contacts. He was a member of Derrick Edmondson and “Vinyl” a band that was known as ‘The Band to the Stars’. He played with Ray Parker, Jr. Howard Hewett (of Shalimar) and even the great Stevie Wonder.

He also played and is a current member of George Whitty jazz fusion trio.

He moved to the desert after meeting his beautiful wife Carolyn when he was

performing at the Palm Springs Farmers market. They married and blended their 2 girls each into one happy family here in the desert.

Once he moved to the desert he hooked up with Johnny Meza, Doug La Desma who referred him to Chu Chito Valdez a Cuban pianist he still performs with when he comes to the desert.

Over the last year he has been performing with Slim Man and his band, Joe Baldino and his band, and Johnny Meza and ‘The Taste Brothers’. He recently performed with guest artists Peter White and Michael Paul at Carl Davis’ party as well.

He is also the proud owner of a C & C Recording studio and provides rehearsal space as well as performing on musicians recordings via the internet. Craig brings a classy look, a snappy groove, and professionalism to the Jazz music scene here in the Coachella Valley. To book him contact him at 760-902-8827.

Check him out the next 3 Wednesdays in May at Shanghai Reds from 7-10, playing with national recording artist Slim Man and his band, with Joe Baldino on smooth guitar.

You’ll be impressed!

Patte Purcell - 702-219-6777 pattepurcell@yahoo.com

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Now Barnett is back with her first fulllength album. In interviews she insists this is her real debut. “sometimes..” opens with the one-two punch of “Elevator Operator” and “Pedestrian At Best.”

“Elevator” is a tale of Oliver Paul, a corporate cog experiencing a career crisis.

Rather than spend another day staring at a computer in a cubicle, he “rips off his tie, hands it to a homeless man sleeping in the corner of the metro bus stand/He screams I’m not going to work today!”

Over a stompy backbeat and guttural guitars, a comedy of errors ensues. He winds up sharing an elevator with an aging fashionista who “looks him up and down with her botox frown.” She mistakenly assumes he’s headed to the top of the building to jump, but he reassures her he’s just looking for some peace and quiet and confides, “all I ever wanted to be was an elevator operator, can you help me please?”

As though someone has flipped the radio dial, “Pedestrian At Best”comes blasting out of the speakers before the final notes of “Elevator...” recede. Skronky feedback guitars collide with stripped-down bass fills and a jackhammer beat. The lyrics offer a self-deprecating diatribe. “Erroneous, harmonious, I’m hardly sanctimonious.../I suppose we all outgrow ourselves, I’m a fake, I’m a phony, I’m awake, I’m alone, I’m homely, I’m a Scorpio.” Rollicking and ramshackle at the same time, it’s a Kangaroo-kissin’ cousin to Bob Dylan’s epochal “Subterranean Homesick Blues.”

Four songs offer the sort of intense introspection that borders on omphaloskepsis. This sort of navel gazing would feel super self-indulgent if Barnett wasn’t so goddamn funny.

Coming on the heels of the raucous “Pedestrian At Best,” “An Illustration Of Loneliness (Sleepless In New York)” feels sleepy and soporific, but that’s the point.

Flayed, sand-blasted guitar riffs, rumbling bass lines and a see-saw rhythm underscore the profound “Lost In Translation” style disconnect. Barnett is alone and bereft in a hotel on tour, missing her girlfriend.

“I’m thinking of you too, wondering what you’re doing, what you’re listening to, which quarter of the moon you’re viewing from your bedroom.” A reptilian guitar solo snakes through the melody, rattling this tale of extreme ennui.

The loping “Depreston” is powered by jangly, tilt-a-whirl guitars and a wistful mellotron wash. The lyrics recount a househunting expedition that becomes slightly depressing when it’s revealed that the former owners died in the house. Suddenly Barnett feels like a voyeur. “I see the handrail in the shower, a collection of those canisters for coffee, tea and flour and a photo of a young man in a van in Vietnam/ Suddenly I can’t think of floorboards anymore.”

Slippery guitars and pile-driving beat (that echoes the Pretenders’ “Mystery Achievement”) anchor “Dead Fox.” Squally shards of guitar feedback punctuate this stream-of-conscious rant that touches on the benefits of organic produce, discourteous truck drivers and a road trip gone awry.

Finally, “Debbie Downer,” splits the difference between bouncy ‘80s Synth Pop and swirly ‘60s Psychedelia. Fueled by kaleidoscopic Farfisa organ fills and a bang-shang-a-lang beat, Barnett insists she has the floor; “Don’t stop listening, I’m not finished yet/I’m not fishing for your compliments.”

Anyone doubtful of Barnett’s protean talents should probably skip directly to the album’s most challenging songs, “Small Poppies” and “Kim’s Caravan, to confirm her precocity.

On the former, the guitars weave a weepy tapestry that conjures up Mexican Norteno, Hawaiian Slack Key, classic Country Western, and a hint of Santo & Johnny’s “Sleepwalk.” What begins as an offhand observation on lawn care morphs into a

urgent mea culpa. “I don’t know quite who I am but I’m trying/I make mistakes until I get it right.”

The latter begins tentatively, the instrumentation is initially bare bones.

Like the Doors’ “The End,” this is a dirge of epic proportions. The mood and tempo build slowly, guitars are cyclonic and slashing, discordant and difficult. The lyrics offer this philosophical nugget; “We either think that we’re invincible or that we are invisible, when realistically we’re somewhere between/We all think that we are nobody, but everybody is somebody else’s somebody…don’t ask me what I really mean, I am a reflection of what you really want to see, so take what you want from me.” Haunting and cathartic!

Other interesting tracks include the hooky, Punk-tastic pleasure of “Aqua Profunda.” The song is accented by rubbery bass lines, a tick-tock beat and plinky guitar licks that ping pong through a buoyant melody. Barnett gets coy and flirty, showcasing her limited athletic prowess at the public pool.

Jagged chunks of feedback propel “Nobody Really Cares If You Don’t Go To The Party.” Here, she’s arch, dismissive and vaguely indecisive as she confesses “I want to go out, but I want to stay home.”

The album closes with the slightly dour “Boxing Day Blues.” Swooping acoustic arpeggios accentuate a scene that’s brittle and bittersweet; a surprisingly diffident end to an album overflowing with selfassurance.

Courtney Barnett’s sharp songs are ably supported by Dan Luscombe on guitar, Dave Muddie on drums and Bones Sloane on bass and backing vocals. Their subtle rapport recalls the quiet-loud dynamic pioneered Neil Young’s long-time compadres, Crazy Horse. “sometimes I sit and think, sometimes I just sit,” is equal parts effervescent and laconic. Barnett deftly side-steps the curse of the sophomore slump with an album rich in detail. No doubt this record will be at the top of critics’ polls at the end of 2015.

At one point, Courtney Barnett exclaims “Oh! the humanity, I wanna disappear into obscurity.” Too late for that now.

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ut me on a pedestal and I’ll only disappoint you, tell me I’m exceptional I promise to exploit you.” That caustic admonishment comes from Courtney Barnett on her first official long-player, “sometimes I sit and think, and sometimes I just think.” It’s a difficult warning to heed, as this album is pretty amazing.

Courtney Barnett grew up in Sydney, Australia in an artistic household. Her parents exposed her to Jazz and Classical music, but she and her brother were early converts to Rock & Roll. At age 10 she picked up a guitar and never looked back.

During her teens, Barnett was honing her chops in bands with names like Rapid Transit and Immigrant Union. Later, she attended Art School in Tasmania. When she completed her studies, she made ends meet by tending bar in Melbourne.

By 2012, Barnett had recorded her first EP, I’ve Got A Friend Called Emily Ferris, and released it through her own label, Milk!

Records. A few months later, she followed with a second EP, How To Carve A Carrot Into A Rose.

Her sound was a potent combo of confessional singer-songwriter angst and Punky Garage Rock. Her droll lyrics and deadpan delivery garnered comparisons to Liz Phair, Bob Dylan and Lou Reed.

The buzz carried across the Atlantic and Barnett was invited to perform at the prestigious College Music Journal (CMJ), showcase in New York. On the West Coast, tastemaker public radio station KCRW, (particularly DJ Gary Calamar), put her music in heavy rotation.

In 2014, venerated indie label Mom+Pop Records signed her to an American deal and released her two Eps together as The Double EP: A Sea Of Split Peas. Her sardonic “Avant Gardner” song, (a dry retelling of an allergy attack that necessitated an ambulance ride), became a breakout hit. By the end of the summer Barnett was headlining at Pappy & Harriets.

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ummer in the Desert belongs to us again! The Exciting, Original Event “A Summer Music Festival” offers a 6-week series of Live Music Events along with an Exhibition of amazing Music Art! Many Musicians are also Artists -- and many Artists are also Musicians! So what could be a better combination!

Leslie Jean Porter Gallery has put together a great line-up of Musical Performers & DJs ready to animate the Dance Floor!

SCHEDULE Wed. May 20, 7-11pm: ROCK N’ ROLL Wed. May 27, 7-11pm: DISCO Wed. June 3, 7-11pm: JAZZ Wed. June 10, 7-11pm: ROCKABILLY, LINE DANCING Wed. June 17, 7-11pm: DRUM CIRCLE Wed. June 24, 7-11pm: DJ SPIN-OFF In addition, an Exhibition of MusicThemed Art opens Wed. May 20 - June 30 at the LJP Gallery. The Art Curator is yours truly - Rebecca Pikus! The creative genius for all the eclectic gallery shows is Leslie Jean Porter, of Paris, France, Beverly Hills/Los Angeles, & Palm Springs. Leslie is an Award-winning Filmmaker, Producer, Director, Photographer, Writer, Documentarian, Fashion Icon, & Fine Artist! There will be an amazing collection of Paintings, Sculptures, Photography Art,

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& Music Artifacts available for viewing and purchase: MARIO PIKUS - Music Paintings & Vintage Guitar Sculptures GARY KOTT - Modern Guitar Sculptures STEVE CONNELLY - (“Spirit of the King”) Elvis Paintings from his Palm Springs Series SIMEON DEN - Iconic Photography: Stevie Wonder, Warren Zevon, Barbara McNair PETER PALLADINO: Iconic Photography: Skye Ferriera & SURPRISE GUEST ARTISTS. The Kick-Off for the Music Event will be Sat., May 16, 7pm-12am: UNDERGROUND ELECTRONIC with DJ JAY CUE, from Palm Springs & Los Angeles, Spinning Electronic & Techno (18 yrs old & up) All Music Events will have Open Bar (over 21) (hosted by Crater Lake Vodka & Coachella Valley Brewing Company), Refreshments, Music, Art, and a lot of Dancing! Couldn’t ask for anything better. To use a Californian word: Awesome!

A Summer Music Festival happening at: Leslie Jean Porter Gallery, 68703 Perez Road, Artpark Bldg. A-16, Cathedral City, CA 92234, ljpgallery.com, Email: curator@ljpgallery.com

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oachella Valley cats have a wonderful advocate in Mary Ewing, a local resident who works tirelessly to save their lives and find them new homes. Her program, Whiskers and Purrs, supports the cat rescue operation for Loving All Animals in Palm Desert.

For animal rescuers, there is usually a defining incident that ignites our passion to save and protect them. For Mary, it was a litter of adorable squirming kittens that touched her heart. Her neighbor was fostering them for a private rescue organization, Tender Loving Critters (TLC). Mary was surprised when she learned of the need for fosters, and how there was not enough space at shelters for the incoming animals. She recalls, “We have always had cats and dogs, but I was like 95% of the population who think you simply go to a shelter or a pet store to get a new pet. I had no idea about the lack of homes and the euthanasia that still happens.”

In 1999, Mary began fostering cats in her home.

In 2012, she began volunteering with Loving All Animals, and Whiskers and Purrs was hatched.

Mary coordinates efforts with other cat rescue groups. She rescues cats from shelters, as well as saving abandoned ones that otherwise would be shelter bound. The phone calls and pleas for help are endless, so Mary diplomatically encourages others to become part of the solution. She will say to people, “We’re here, we want to help you, but we need your help too,” suggesting they foster or help

with Trap/Neuter/Return efforts.

In a nation of “pet lovers” the overpopulation of cats results in tragic consequences for our felines.

For the millions of cats that end up in our public shelter system yearly, only 25% of them make it out alive. Here’s another shocking fact of “life”…..

All underage kittens and puppies (8 weeks old or younger) are routinely euthanized at public shelters.

There are 2 reasons for this. These underage animals often require around the clock bottle feeding, and shelters cannot provide this coverage. The second reason is that state law requires all adopted animals be spayed or neutered prior to adoption, and these animals are too young for this procedure.

One Thursday evening, when our county shelter stays open till 7:00pm, standing in front of me was a woman turning in a cardboard box full of a dozen tiny kittens, just starting to open their eyes and explore the world. I could not keep quiet. I politely asked her if she could return tomorrow to drop them off, explaining that the rescue coordinator might be able to get them a foster during business hours. She shrugged her shoulders in disregard, and she might as well be dropping off a pile of garbage at the dump. Fortunately, most people who know better will do better.

Public shelters do not have the resources to house and care for the influx of animals, and the fate for these little animals is imminent: Born to die. Countless others perish in the fields in the

sweltering summer heat or fall victim to prey.

Did you know that one pair of breeding cats and their offspring can theoretically produce 420,000 kittens in 7 years? Did you know that taxpayers pay over a billion dollars per year to capture, impound, and euthanize millions of animals simply because no home can be found for them? Every time a cat enters our shelter system, it costs the taxpayers over $400.00 and sadly will probably cost that animal its life.

What can you do to help? Consider fostering a mother cat and her newborn kittens. This is the right way to teach your children about the “miracle of life” rather than producing another litter of kittens when there is a limited number of homes.

Get your pets spayed and neutered.

Mary points out that if every person did one more thing to help homeless animals, we could solve this problem. “It’s going to take a million people doing one more thing. If we could get a cat advocate in every Coachella Valley community, in every country club, at every public school, we could solve this”. Volunteer at a shelter or rescue group.

If you have no time to volunteer, send a donation.

Attend an animal charity event. Share photos of homeless animals on Facebook. Tell your friends and family to spay and neuter their pets!

Mary Ewing and Whiskers & Purrs is sponsoring a rummage sale on May 16 and 17 in Palm Springs, the proceeds from which will go towards the spaying and neutering for our community’s cats.

Mary explains, “100% of the money raised at this rummage sale goes to the Trap/Neuter/Return

Wonderful Hazel Hazel, hard working office cat, dreams of a home of her own! This 6-yr-old beautiful Tortoise Shell Calico is a real cuddle bug.

Contact Mary at Loving All Animals at (760) 834-7000.

SOnny & Ollie

The only thing more fun than a kitten is two kittens! Adopt Sonny & Ollie together. Rescued

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(TNR) program. Loving All Animals’ Whiskers & Purrs program currently pays for every feral taken into Animal Samaritans under the LAA/No Kill Coachella Valley program. This TNR program operates on a month to month basis as funding permits. Please stop by look at the beautiful items we will have for sale!”

Cash tax deductible donations are also welcome, go to www.lovingallanimals.org and specify Whiskers & Purrs. Fabulous rummage sale items include electronics, office furniture, beautiful kitchenware, home furnishings, and many other “barely used” items. The rummage sale is located at 286 N. Sunset Way, Palm Springs, this Saturday 8am to 3pm and Sunday 9am to 3pm.

Next season, Mary is planning a Motorcycle Poker Run to benefit the cats at Loving All Animals.

Participants will pick up a poker card at various locations during their ride, and the person with the best poker hand wins the 50/50 jackpot. This is about keeping it fun and keeping it creative for the “critters”.

For more information, contact Mary Ewing at Loving All Animals at (760) 834-7000. Drop by to meet Mary at the rummage sale. If you have space in your heart and in your home, consider becoming a foster parent. These magical creatures deserve all of our help as they bring us so much love, joy, and companionship.

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llons-y! C’mon—let’s get going! And get ready for pure athleticism and emotion on clay!

True to my calling as your wine, food & tennis columnist, we are on our way to the French Open tennis tournament that takes place in the city of Paris at Roland Garros Stadium beginning on May 24th.

The two week French Open is the only Grand Slam event played on a clay surface.

Clay is the slowest tennis surface and thus makes for the most physically demanding matches. Wimbledon is played on grass, the US and the Australian Open on hard courts.

The stadium is named after Roland Garros, a famous French pilot during WWI. He was the first pilot in history to shoot down another aircraft. Roland Garros also escaped a POW camp during the war, but was eventually shot down and killed in 1918.

And of course what the French Open also has going for it: French Wine!! So what we’re going to do for the next couple of articles leading up to the tournament is to fashion a roadmap to some of Paris’ famed surrounding vineyards and regions in order to taste our way to the City of Lights.

The most apt and best way to start off our excursion is to venture into and enjoy Champagne. This region is only 90 miles east of Paris. Anyone who’s been to Paris and not gone to Champagne needs to get a new travel agent. Almost all the famous champagne houses can be visited easily without a car, and there is a train station right in Charles de Gaulle airport, with regularly scheduled highspeed train service (TGV) that makes the nonstop run in as little as 31 minutes—it’s quicker to get to Champagne from the Paris airport than to a hotel in Paris!

The fast TGV service, started a few years ago, has really been a big plus. The Champagne houses and wine producers continually encourage visitations and tours.

They wish to show wine lovers their craft, rather than just embracing the glamorous image. You should visit at least one of the big houses, Moet & Chandon, Veuve Clicquot, Taittinger or Ruinart. That’s an easy way to access it and get a general overview of production and tasting.

But don’t stop there – also visit at least one of the small producers in the villages where they make the wines from their own grapes.

The three Champagne grapes that dominate are Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Meunier. And here are some terms we often see on the labels: Cuvée: The cuvée is the base wine selected to make the Champagne. The most expensive Champagnes are made from cuvées from the best “Grand Cru” vineyards in the Champagne region.

Cuvées can be from a pure grape variety,

such as Chardonnay or Pinot Noir, or can be a mixture. Chardonnay is a white grape variety with white juice, Pinot Noir a red grape variety that also produces “white” juice, and Pinot Meunier, a red grape, is a relative of Pinot Noir, also used extensively.

Blanc de noirs literally means “white of blacks”. It is a white wine produced entirely from “black grapes” (another name for red grapes, if you will), the Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier.

Blanc de blancs means “white of whites”, and is used to designate Champagnes made exclusively from Chardonnay grapes.

Rosé Champagne is produced either by leaving the clear juice of “black grapes” to macerate on its skins for a brief time or, more commonly, by adding a small amount of Pinot Noir red wine to the sparkling wine cuvée.

When it comes to describing the amount of sweetness in the wine, the terms used are the following: For dry champagne: look for “brut” on the label. Brut should taste dry with no perception of sweetness. This is the most common style of sparkling wine you’ll find in local stores.

For dry champagne that’s a little sweet, look for “extra dry” or “extra sec” on the label. Certainly a bit confusing when “extra dry” is sweeter than “brut”—but it is what it is.

For noticeably sweet champagne, look for “Sec”. For even a sweeter wine, look for “Demi-Sec”. And if you see “Doux” on the label, you know you’re knee-deep into sugar.

Back in the States, one of the best buys— “ever”—for a real French Champagne is the Nicolas Feuillatte Brut that sells for just above $30. Wine Spectator gives is 92 points stating, “rich and creamy; dried fruit, nut and spice notes of fruitcake; lemon meringue,

quince and honey flavors; clean citrusy acidity; elegant.” Definitely the wine to be toasting to the likes of Nadal, Federer, and Djokovic when these tennis champs come on to the court!

Sparkling Champagne is undoubtedly the quaff of the region. But let’s take a fun detour to the area of Bouzy—just 3 miles or so north of the Marne River. Those in the know—and that now includes you—can sip on some delicious 100% Pinot Noir still wine that has been produced there for centuries.

The celebrated “Bouzy Rouge” is the best red wine you’ll find in the Champagne region and it was King Louis the Fourteenth’s favorite.

Next time, leaving Champagne, we’ll be heading south to the famed area of Chablis, which is just 110 miles southeast of Paris.

Anyone for tennis? Culs Sec!—Bottoms up! Cheers!

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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 Karaoke w/ T-Bone 8-12am THREE SIXTY NORTH; PS; 760-327-1773 Tony DiGerlando 6:30pm VICKY’S OF SANTA FE; IW; 760-345-9770 Flyer 4-6pm, Stan Watkins 6:30-10pm VILLAGE PUB; PS; 760-323-3265 DJ Khodi Rayne 4:30-9pm, Nite Fixx 9-2am WESTIN MISSION HILLS; RM; 760-3285955 Michael Keeth 6-10pm WILLIE BOYS; MV; 760-363-3343 TBA 8pm THE WINE BAR BISTRO; LQ; 760-564-8744 Rob Martinez and Todd Ashley 7pm WOODY’S BURGER; PS; 760-230-0188 Laurie Morvan Band 6pm ZELDA’S; PS; 760-325-2375 Locals Night 9pm

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A great new mid-valley dining spot to try ou could call Jack Srebnik, owner of There was also a nice change of pace in Maracas and The Slice restaurants, the Bloody Mary, made with the bar’s inand co-owner along with Todd house mary mix. This one offers a slightly Flood of JT’s Diner, crazy. He gave up the “beefy” background flavor and less of relatively sedate life of an accountant to the sting of hot sauce, but perfect as an work for Sysco Foods and then jumped accompaniment for Sunday Brunch. into the restaurant business where over For the lunch, dinner and weekend the past 25 year he’s opened more than a brunch menus, Srebnik transferred the dozen restaurants in Santa Monica and the menu – and Chef Carlos – from the former Coachella Valley.

17th Street Café.

Srebnik owned the 17th Street Café on Menu prices are reasonable and portions Montana Avenue in Santa Monica, a popular sizes are more than ample. The menu is a hangout in the SoCal beach town, for more mix of both comfort and exotic foods that than 25 years. When his life circumstances evoke memories of the America’s melting changed more than a dozen years ago, he pot culture; a visit to bb’s at the River should exchanged the coast for the desert and be on your list of places to try. There is a he jumped into the Coachella Valley’s bit of everything on this menu – appetizers, restaurant scene. Not a man who likes to sit pasta and pizza, entrée salads and entrees still, his most recent gustatorial venture is that are big enough to share, but you might bb’s at the River, an 8,000 square foot space not want to. that was formerly occupied by Acqua Pazza.

We started out with Ahi Tartare, stacked While he’s made only a few changes to the like a poke with super-fresh fish, a layer space, bb’s at the River offers a fresh take on of creamy avocado chunks and freshly dining at the popular mid-valley shopping chopped tomatoes topped with shredded and dining center. And unlike most of the daikon radish. We paired it with the Kalbi others, bb’s isn’t a chain restaurant, and it beef appetizers, bits of cross-cut beef short has its own distinct personality. rib meat, accompanied by a fresh shredded First is the name. The restaurant was slaw of white and purple cabbage and a named, Srebnik said, as an homage to his slightly sweet soy-based dipping sauce. financial partner Barbara Boyajian, “She’s While the original intent was to sample a great lady who has always wanted to see both, we couldn’t help but finish them her name in lights.” leaving nothing but the plate and rib bones If you’re looking for a spot to relax, enjoy behind. a classic cocktail with a twist and a classic A surprise arrived at the table in the form comfort or exotic dish for dinner, bb’s can of a dish of house-made chicken-spinach offer all of the above. ravioli topped with a creamy tomato The interior of the restaurant offers a mix sauce. Little pillows of dough filled with the of tables and booths, with the central bar flavorful chicken mix with the sauce that area, and the patio, “One of the best spots brought out the sweetness of the meat. in the valley,” according to Srebnik, offers This one is available in both appetizer and the feel of a sidewalk café that offers guests entrée portions on the menu. amazing views of the nearby mountains Dinner was mix a of Balsamic Grilled while still shielding them from foot traffic of Atlantic Salmon, Pot Roast and Potatoes and the River’s busy walkway.

Roasted Lamb Loin and yes, most of each Drinks at the bar take advantage of dish came home to be enjoyed again. restaurant manager Anthony Nespoli’s long The salmon was nestled on a bed of career in the food and beverage business fluffy mashed potatoes and topped with a here in the valley. Nespoli has helped design mix of freshly sautéed veggies drizzled with the bar’s menu of classic cocktails and stock the balsamic sauce. The fish itself was light of above average well drinks. His choice and flaky, while the veggies and potatoes of on-tap beers and 20 for $20 wines is added depth of flavor vastly different from impressive for the value of the beverages. most salmon creations. “You don’t usually All Signature Cocktails are $10 and like think of serving fish with mashed potatoes the food at bb’s, portions are well-worth because they’re heavy, but this works,” the price. After talking about the selections Srebnik said. from on-top craft brews to the classic The pot roast was perfection. Fork tender cocktails, we settled on bb’s Margarita and with a great gravy and carrots roasted with bb’s Mule. The mule was made with New the meat. Pan dripping are the basis of this Amsterdam Vodka, Bundaberg’s Ginger gravy, with the small bits of the meat to be Beer and Blood Orange sodas and fresh lime found in the rich sauce. It was served with juice and garnished with a wedge of fresh perfectly sautéed Blue Lake green beans blood orange. The margarita was a different and pan-roasted potatoes. And it reminded take on this classic, with muddled cilantro me of the Shabbat dinners my sister made and cucumber, El Charro Silver tequila, when I was a child.

Ancho Reyes Licor (a fine layer of underlying The third dish was a surprise, one that’s heat) and Triple Sec. The mule offered a nice worth going back to bb’s: roasted and rolled kick of sweetness from the blood orange lamb loin stuffed with spinach, feta cheese soda and the margarita was a truly nice and pine nuts and served with garlic mashed departure from the traditional with the sweet potatoes and hand-cut steamed cucumber and cilantro flavors floating to veggies. The veggies – a mix of cauliflower, broccoli and carrots – soft in the mouth, but the top of the tongue.

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not over cooked, and the sweet potatoes had that wonderful undertone of garlic to offset a bit of the tuber’s natural sweetness.

But the lamb! Amazing! A quarter-inch thick cut of sweet lamb loin stuffed with the tangy, salty feta and spinach and just enough pine nuts to add to the mix of flavors.

To top it all off, a quartet of bb’s best desserts: a decadent flourless chocolate cake, creamy New York cheese cake with strawberry compote (on the side), tangy lemony tart with fresh whipped cream and light-as-air tiramisu (generally not a dessert I would normally order, but this one is so creamy and gently flavored I would put it on my dessert list at this dining spot).

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friendly and accommodating, and like Srebnik’s other valley eateries, it caters to all ages of valley diners. It is a valley gem that definitely should be discovered by anyone who loves good food!

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HOT CHICKS ON THE LOOSE HOT PURSUIT

Screeners No.164

a co-producer and co-star. This film is not great, but Fletcher’s adroit touch makes the most of the material at hand. Her training as a dancer helped her choreograph the nicely executed action scenes.

This film brings to mind MIDNIGHT RUN, but even as a lesser entry, it’s a passable diversion in a cool theater on a hot day.

Now playing at Cinemas Palme d’Or.

material includes new interviews with director Rydell, cinematographer Vilmos Zsigmond and of course actor Bette Midler.

This is one for the digital home library.

Criterion. Blu-ray.

Book Review

IT FROM OUTER SPACE

voluptuous widow (Sofia Vergara) of a drug boss as they race through Texas to testify in a Dallas court -- all the while pursued by crooked cops and drug cartel gangsters.

There’s undeniable, odd-couple, onscreen chemistry between Witherspoon and Vergara. They are a natural comedic team and should consider further joint ventures.

Shot in Louisiana during a particularly humid season, the film was brought in for only $35 million. Reese initially optioned the screenplay and brought in Vergara as

A lot has been written and said regarding Clint Eastwood’s hit movie about Navy SEAL sharp shooter Chris Kyle. Although Eastwood has stated for the record that this film is “anti-war,” many moviegoers who have flocked to it for repeated viewings see it much differently. Numerous posts on social media praise this film as a depiction of a true hero who efficiently slaughtered America’s fundamentalist enemy in words I cannot print here. Other, perhaps more astute viewers, see this film as a tragic story of a young American obsessively engaged in a phony war who finally suffers a strange karmic fate. It’s truly Shakespearian. But no matter how you feel or where you stand politically, Bradley Cooper’s portrayal of Kyle cannot be faulted. Neither can Eastwood’s seemingly effortless direction. For me, this film is on the opposite end of the spectrum from last year’s LONE SURVIVOR, a far more meaningful depiction of the irony of war and the puzzle of unexpected mercy. Standard bonus material goes behind the scenes during production and there’s a also “One Soldier’s Story: The Journey of American Sniper.” Warner Bros. Blu-ray.

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Mark Rydell directs Bette Midler in a stunning riff on the self-destructive life of Janis Joplin. This gorgeous new 4K transfer begs to be seen and heard. The concert footage is extraordinary. Midler is at the top of her game in this 1979 biopic. Alan Bates and Frederick Forrest co-star. Bonus

From 1958, when cheeseball sci-fi movies were still thriving, comes this classic alien monster flick that clearly foreshadows Ridley Scott’s ALIEN, that came more than 20 years later. Marshall Tompson, Shirley Patterson, Kim Spalding and Ray Corrigan star in a story about the aftermath of a rescue mission to Mars whose lone survivor claims his crew was hunted down and killed by an alien creature. Skeptical, and believing that he may have killed the crew in order to survive, the rescue captain dismisses the survivor’s explanation only to find that a hideous Martian monster has stowed away on the spacecraft and has begun hunting its human hosts!

Now look closer at the attached poster.

When this movie was initially released, there was a standing offer of $50 grand to anyone who could prove “IT is not on Mars now!” Seems reasonable enough. However, there is no such offer on the home video version. What are they afraid of? Olive Films. Blu-ray. robinesimmons@aol.com

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ard to imagine a world without mysteries, psychological thrillers and crime novels. It’s a beloved genre and a literary staple. For many, “Who Done Its” are the foray into the world of reading or, for others, the only stories worth

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Ruth Rendell Remembered

NEW FOR THE HOME THEATER: AMERICAN SNIPER

This diverting comedy has met with mixed reviews. Some of the more negative ones have singled out director Anne Fletcher for making a “mysogynistic, shrill and unfunny” movie. In a recent Q&A I hosted at Cinemas Palme d’Or, director Fletcher said she was just trying to make a fun action comedy without an agenda.” She further added, much to my surprise, that the target audience was teen girls (it’s rated PG-13).

The mixed age audience I saw this with laughed out loud more times than I could count. And sure enough, sitting in front of me was a teen girl who really laughed out loud throughout.

The conceit of the formulaic story has an uptight, boyish looking, by-the-book cop (Reese Witherspoon) trying to protect the

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reading. With over 80 published works, British author Ruth Rendell was a master of her craft.

Among Rendell’s most well-known novels are the Chief Inspector Reginald Wexford books. He is a beloved patriarchal character who searches his community not only for the bad guys, but also for an understanding of why humans can be so deadly and dangerous.

Why humans do evil is Wexford’s obsession. It secretly torments him. He believes his gruffness and excess weight protects him. Yet deep down he fears there is no explanation and he is vulnerable to bad things like everybody else.

So Wexford tries to be a regular guy. He is never jaded or cynical. He can be strong and compassionate. He uses his common sense and intelligence to solve crimes while being a devoted husband and father. Set in the fictional world of Sussex Kingsmarkham, there are 24 books in the Wexford series.

Beyond English village crime, Rendell wrote more than 40 stand-alone novels under her name and the pseudonym Barbara Vine. A departure from the Wexford stories, these novels feature a greater, more violent world of sociopaths and psychologically anguished characters without the buffer of a beloved detective.

These books leave the detailed world of police procedure and the trusted Wexford and move toward the dark side of human behavior and disturbing violence. A DarkAdapted Eye, her first book published under Barbara Vine won the Edgar Allan Poe award. Her awards are numerous both as author Rendell and Vine. The stand-alone novels are especially fascinating because they incorporate the great British mystery style, yet are in the modern world with all its harsh realities.

I only started reading Rendell when I realized there was more than the Wexford series. She won me over with her short stories. Intelligent prose with provocative psychological insight into human behavior, Rendell’s writing is surprising, clever and captivating.

Rendell has several collections of short stories and has penned three non-fiction works. Married and with a child, she wrote six books prior to her novel From Doon with Death, which sold for 74 British pounds in 1964. Thereafter she wrote a book or two almost every year.

There is a famous story of how she became a novelist. Out of high school, Rendell worked as a journalist. Assigned to cover a local event, Rendell decided she would write the story without attending based on the prepared speech, which the speaker supplied in advance.

Rendell turned in her story and the paper went to print. Unfortunately, the

speaker dropped dead in the middle of his presentation. Generating big news in the small town, Rendell quit before she could be fired. Good thing being a novelist was indeed her calling.

Ahead of her time, Rendell incorporated gay rights, environmentalism, pedophilia and racism into her stories. She believed in women’s rights and was a strong advocate for the poor. Rendell was appointed to the House of Lords in 1997 and was a major contributor to the British Labor Party.

While in office, she was influential in writing stronger laws against female genital mutilation.

Fellow Brit and mystery writer Phyllis Dorothy James, commonly known as P.D. James, died in November last year at the age of 94. The two were friends. What is in that British tea? Although these great women authors will be missed, their work will live on.

The Girl Next Door (Scribner, 288 pages) came out last fall and her final (?)

Dark Corners (Scribner) will be released in December 2015. I look forward to reading these books. I will know doubt appreciate and treasure her way with words and the tormented and twisted lives she so adroitly portrays. Rendell was 85. Rest In Peace.

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Service members are also eligible for Medicare at age 65. If you have health insurance from the Department of Veterans Affairs, or under the TRICARE or CHAMPVA programs, your health benefits may change, or end, when you become eligible for Medicare. Learn more about Medicare benefits at socialsecurity.gov/medicare.

In acknowledgement of those who died for our country, those who served, and those who serve today, we at Social Security honor and thank you.

Maria M. Miranda is Social Security District Manager in Palm Springs, CA

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hile the Coachella Valley is a second or third home to many of the nation’s most affluent people, many of our full-time residents struggle financially. Only 17% of our communities have income levels above the state or county averages. Meanwhile, nearly one in five or over 70,000 of our neighbors live in poverty. The Department of Health and Human Services defines poverty as one person living on less than $226 per week or a family of four having less than $466 per week.

Worth noting, 6.2 million of the state’s 38.7 million residents are living in poverty.

Riverside County has 374,000 of its 2.3

million residents living in poverty. With 370,000 people calling Coachella Valley their full-time home, we represent 1% of the state population and 16% of the County.

Only Indian Wells ($83,884), Rancho Mirage ($77,526) and La Quinta ($67,723) exceed the state or county median incomes.

The median income is the number where half of all people are above or below that number. California as a whole has a median income of $61,094 while Riverside County is $56,529.

Our poorest towns are Desert Hot Springs ($32,473), Coachella ($40,965), Cathedral City ($44,406) and Palm Springs ($45,198).

Unincorporated areas like Oasis ($23,291), North Shore ($25,833) and Mecca ($26,908) are some of the poorest places in the state.

If you are a regular reader of this column, you know that the “official” unemployment rate is not reality. A best estimate as to the real unemployment rate uses the 1970 definition where people who are out of work and want a job are considered unemployed - a crazy definition, right? Also, if you are working a part-time job but want a full-time job, you were considered unemployed. Using this more accurate definition, a doubling of the official unemployment rate gets us

closer to a real unemployment rate. We can cross check this number with poverty rates to make sure that our estimates are closer to reality than the redefinition preferred by government economists.

In the unincorporated areas of the Valley, the highest poverty rates are in Oasis (51.4%), Mecca (47.1%) and Thermal (45%). While unemployment rates were not available for most of the unincorporated areas, Mecca has one of the highest unemployment rates in the nation at 34%.

What do all of these numbers tell us? First and foremost, there is a direct correlation between more education and less poverty.

The numbers also tell us that the Coachella Valley is behind most of the state

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and county when it comes to good paying jobs. Our snowbird residents give a false impression as to the economic vitality of the region. Hospitality/restaurant, retail, agriculture and landscaping jobs do not create the wealth necessary to create a vibrant economy and more good paying jobs.

The medical field and government create the largest numbers of jobs with wages and benefits that exceed the state average.

Is there a near-term solution? Probably not…as there are no significant efforts underway to attract the types of businesses that can improve our economy. This is why local leaders need to rally the support of other elected officials outside of our region in securing the resources needed to improve economic opportunities for all in the Coachella Valley.

Haddon Libby, Managing Partner at Winslow Drake and co-founder of ShareKitchen, can be reached at hlibby@ winslowdrake.com.

Statistics are from the State of California Assembly Committee on Jobs, Economic Development and the Economy - Eduardo Garcia, Chairman.

Dale Gribow On The Law PALM DESERT LAWYER EXPOSES CLIENTS TYPICAL Personal Injury QUESTIONS

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ver the last year you have stated that law is an information gathering game. Why is that true for an auto accident? - Susan from Palm Springs In my radio show “Accidentally Yours” I informed my listeners it is important to memorialize everything in order to gather information your lawyer will later need. Use your cell phone to take pictures of the damage to both cars involved, your observable injuries, and the accident scene. In addition provide the date/time/location of the accident and the name, address, phone number and emails of all witnesses and give it to your lawyer. This will be very helpful to later prove liability.

You should immediately go to the ER or Urgent Care to check you out. When injured going by ambulance is better than your driving to the hospital, as it validates the seriousness of the injury and provides the information your lawyer will later need to get you a fair settlement. Unfortunately many accident victims are concerned about spending their money for the hospital, ER or an ambulance because they do not realize they should get it back in the settlement.

The documentation and information discussed herein is necessary to increases the value of the case so that you recover the full value for your injuries. If you do not go to the doctor/hospital/urgent care the same day, many lawyers will not accept your case.

Not contacting a lawyer right away is another reason to reject a client that calls 10 days later.

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The victim who talks to the defense lawyer puts his potential lawyer at a disadvantage as it provides INFORMATION to the defense. A client does not always remember what they told the adjuster and it is not just what they said but what the adjuster THOUGHT he heard them say.

Why do you suggest taking down your social media? - Antonio from Indio Social Media is here to stay and is the latest trick used by the defense in both accident and DUI cases. The adjuster or defense lawyer will Google you and go to your Facebook to get information on the injured party. They may contact your Facebook friends to get negative information about you.

For instance IF you post you were just in an accident and thus were 1 hour late for golf or tennis it arguably suggests you were not hurt that badly. If you blog/post about going dancing, to the beach or on a ski vacation while you are still seeing a doctor this might suggest you were ok and thus faking your injuries…..or so the defense would argue. We all know one can be injured and still play tennis or golf, but with some pain.

After my accident I waited a week to see my family doctor who said “go home and soak in a hot bath and come back in a month or two.” The next month he said the same thing and I returned 2 months thereafter. After 3 visits over 6 months I was discharged with a bill of $600 and the insurance company is only offering me $1000. Isn’t my case worth a lot more since I was in pain for 6 months and am

still hurting? - Dave from La Quinta If you don’t see a doctor within a very short period of time, the value of any future treatment is lowered substantially and the case may not be financially worthwhile for an attorney. In other words, the insurance company would argue that if you were really injured you would have taken a bus, got a ride from a friend or walked to get medical attention at a county medical facility.

Let the doctor give you a full exam. It is often a good idea to see a doctor you have never seen before so there are no skeletons in your closet when this doctor prepares a medical report. In addition you need to treat with a doctor that knows how to write a medical/legal reports.

I have lectured on that subject at medical conferences and there is a big difference between saying I have seen Dave and there is a 50% chance he will be fine versus I have seen Dave and there is a 50% he will have further problems.

When you delay treatment, the insurance company will argue the treatment you finally received may not have been from this accident.

For instance, how does the adjuster, judge or jury know if the problems for which you were treating, were from the accident. Maybe you slipped and fell while running around the pool or fell in your shower.

The insurance company considers that you may have said to yourself, “I was in an accident a few weeks ago, so, why shouldn’t I say this injury was from the auto accident?” The insurance company assumes that everyone is lying and

trying to take advantage of them to cash in.

If the insurance company has a 10% to 30% chance of convincing a jury of this argument, then the value of your case is diminished by 10% to 30%. The longer you wait to treat, the more your case is damaged by these possible defense arguments.

DALE GRIBOW TOP LAWYER - Palm Springs Life 2011-2016 Perfect AVVO Perfect 10.0 Peer Review Rating “Preeminent” Rating by Martindale Hubbell Legal Directory Selected Rue’s “Best Attorneys of America” (Limited to Top 100 Attorneys per State) 2015 Client Appreciation Award/ 2015 Martindale Hubbell Client Distinction Award For more than 30 years Gribow has been committed to protecting client’s civil and criminal constitutional rights. Regardless of whether the matter concerns a Serious Accident, DUI, Business, Real Estate or Estate Planning issue, every case is diligently handled with the utmost of respect and care. Gribow offers clients decades of experience and success, thus making him the attorney of choice for thousands of clients.

If you have any questions or ideas for future columns please contact Dale Gribow at 760 837 7500 or dale@dalegribowlaw.com

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WILDFIRE AWARENESS

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ational “Wildfire Awareness Week” is declared the first week in May. Approximately 95 percent of all wildfires are sparked by the activity of people, which means that almost all wildfires are preventable. “With a record dry and warm winter Californian’s fire activity has been nearly double what it normally is for this time of year,” says Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna. “Our firefighters continue to meet the challenges posed

by California’s historic drought, but we all must do our part to ensure our homes are prepared for wildfire and that residents and

visitors to our state take extreme caution to avoid sparking a wildfire.”

One of the leading causes of wildfires is outdoor powered equipment. Use powered equipment before 10 a.m. and never on hot and windy days. When clearing dead or dying grass don’t use a lawn mower or weed trimmer with a metal blade.

Residents looking for additional information on how to prepare themselves, their families and their homes for wildfire can contact their local fire department and visit www.ReadyForWildfire.org.

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sharekitchen HOW TO MARKET ON A SHOESTRING BUDGET

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hareKitchen and the Coachella Valley Women’s Business Center are collaborating to bring you an incredible speaker for our upcoming workshop on “How to Market on a Shoestring Budget”. You don’t want to miss this energetic ball of fire, Dr. Gayle Carson, CSP, CMC, aka the Spunky Old Broad on May 20th at ShareKitchen from 5:30-7:30pm.

When business is slow the first thought is to cut expenses and sometimes this means cutting your marketing dollars. Although this may seem necessary, as a small business owner you still need to get the word out about your business. This event will give you 25 ‘NO to LOW’ cost marketing tools you can implement right away to keep customers coming in!

Attendees will also conduct a SWOT Analysis (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats) on their own current businesses or future business ideas and develop their own USP (unique selling proposition). We really have a treat for you with Dr. Carson.

You will walk away with more than 25 affordable ways to market your business, a SWOT Analysis and USP. You’ll learn how to spend less time making a larger impact, how to utilize PR and how to market your business well for the least amount of money.

Dr. Gayle is an expert advisor and coach

to CEO’s, developer of the cable TV series “Business Today”, has been featured in USA Today, the Wall Street Journal and Newsweek and has been a guest on the Larry King radio show, ABC, CBX, NBC, and Fox. She has also written for Entrepreneur Magazine and hosted their “Women in Business” radio show. Don’t miss this low cost workshop!

Reservations are required so please contact Kim Scanlan at kscanlan@cvwbc.org or call 760.345.9200 to RSVP today!

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ll I knew was that I wanted to spend some time with my sister-in-law, Carli.

We decided a hike would be fun.

I knew there was this Cross on top of a hill and I knew it was in Palm Desert. So I Googled “Palm Desert Cross Hike” and the address 72500 Thrush Street came up on my phone.

Ok. Sounds like a solid Sunday morning. A hike, my sis and some sunshine.

I had no idea how important this hike would become and what it meant to so many people.

Once parked, we traversed the desert landscape of rocks and sand and brush and brown and I explained to Carli how much life was just like this: You have to walk through the ordinary or ugly to get to the top and enjoy true perspective.

So we hiked and talked and learned more and more about each other and as we navigated the terrain I was simply thankful to have such a wonderful sister-in-law, health and a nice day to enjoy it all.

I don’t know how long the hike is but I can tell you it doesn’t matter, what you find at the top is worth a journey of 10,000 miles.

Once Carli and I got to the Cross, with it’s big, goofy light bulbs in the daytime belying the beauty it shines over the valley at night, we sat in awe and overlooked the Coachella Valley. We talked about the irony of bright green golf courses in wake of crippling drought. We remembered the rocky road of sand and brush and brown on our way up that was now just a tan canvas painted with an entire community of people and friends and families.

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else caught my eye.

There was a mailbox nailed to the back of the Cross. Stuffed inside were a couple leather-bound journals, notes, spiral notebooks and messages. As an instinctively curious person, I initially thought, “Gosh, how cool” it was like a time capsule or message in a bottle that we hear about in great adventure novels.

And when I began to read what others had written, I realized what an adventure life is for everyone.

I opened a journal that said “Thoughts and Wisdom” on the front.

First page I opened to: “Our son is a miracle in Jesus Christ. 4 years ago he was diagnosed with a brain tumor and necrosis of the brainstem. Today he hiked all the way to the cross at 6 years old. We are eternally thankful for his health and happiness.

Hope for Isaiah.” 3/18/15 On 3/31/15 a gal from New Jersey, Regina, she spelled her name in cursive, wrote: “This place is beautiful and thought-provoking! It is a glorious lookout to help find inner peace and enjoy nature at its best state… pure and untouched. Thank you for this wonderful experience! I will enjoy it through photos! Love from New Jersey, Regina” Someone who’s name is illegible left a powerful message just pages after Regina: “At my lowest, I came up here for my first time and experienced this beautiful Cross and see how many people leave a little of themselves behind. I am blessed.”

On the same page, Jackey, I think that’s the name, wrote, “I hope to find inner peace to be able to love myself the way I am and allow someone else to love me.” And then two lines beneath Jackey, a

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man named DPF wrote some days later, “I pray for my wife to be happy with herself…”

I turned the page.

“Please pray for my wife, Pamela, she is recovering and battling leukemia. I love her more every day! Josh” There are messages for brothers and sisters and moms and dads and grandmas and grandpas and prayers for peace and health and change.

It’s pages and pages of hope.

It’s your neighbor and mine leaving their most vulnerable messages at the top of a mountain where only those who understand the journey required to get to the top will be reading them.

It’s the true heartbeat of our community.

Open those pages and you’ll read about the rejoicing of a parent’s prayers answered and just pages later, feel the heartbreak of a husband who’s only course of action for his wife was etching a simple line of language requesting strangers send prayers up on her behalf.

I felt honored to share those moments with strangers. I welled with love and sent up my thoughts and prayers for those hurting and agreed with the messages of gratitude. It was profound to connect with others in such a meaningful, albeit anonymous, way.

Except they aren’t anonymous anymore.

To Josh: my prayers are with your wife Pamela!

May her recovery be swift and her life a testimony to strength.

To DPF: I pray your wife loves herself as much as you love her and I hope she can pass that message to others.

To Jackey: May your prayers be fulfilled and your peace restored and may you see how much others love you for who you are.

To Regina: Thank you for sharing your appreciation for our valley! We love it too!

To Isaiah’s Mom: Your son is a gift. And so is your faith! May it grow stronger every day.

And to the person who’s name remains a mystery: We are all so blessed to share this experience with one another.

I hiked back down the mountain with immense pride in our community and those who shared parts of themselves with a pure heart.

Nothing like a nice hike, some sunshine and inspiration on a Sunday afternoon.

Julie Buehler hosts the Coachella Valley’s most popular sports talk radio show, “Buehler’s Day Off” every day from 2-4 on 1010 KXPS, the valley’s all sports station. She can also be seen every morning between 6-7am on KMIR sharing the coolest stories in sports. She’s an avid gym rat, slightly sarcastic and more likely to recite Steve Young’s career passing stats than American Idol winners. Tune in M-F 2-4 pst at www.team1010.com or watch “Buehler’s Day Off” on Ustream and KMIR.com for her sports reports.

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Bradyhe&league Patssuspended face NFL headache, Still Super Bowl Champs the Super Bowl suspension to Commissioner Roger Goodell was handed out regardless of whether the

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MVP Monday for the first four games of the season, fined the New England Patriots $1 million and took away two draft picks as punishment for deflating footballs used in the AFC title game.

“Each player, no matter how accomplished and otherwise respected, has an obligation to comply with the rules and must be held accountable for his actions when those rules are violated and the public’s confidence in the game is called into question,” NFL executive vice president of football operations Troy Vincent wrote to Brady.

The Patriots lose next year’s first-round pick and a fourth-round choice in 2017. The $1 million fine for Patriots ties league record.

Brady would miss the season’s showcase kickoff game on Sept. 10 against Pittsburgh, then Week 2 at Buffalo, a home game against Jacksonville and a game at Dallas. He will return the week of a Patriots-Colts AFC championship rematch in Indianapolis.

He would be replaced by Jimmy Garoppolo, a 2014 second-round selection from Eastern Illinois who won the Walter Payton award as the best player in the FCS. He has thrown 27 NFL passes, including one touchdown.

Brady has three days to appeal the

or his designee. His agent, Don Yee, said “the discipline is ridiculous and has no legitimate basis” and that Brady will appeal.

“And if the hearing officer is completely independent and neutral, I am very confident the Wells Report will be exposed as an incredibly frail exercise in fact-finding and logic,” Yee said in a statement.

The league also indefinitely suspended the two equipment staffers believed to have carried out the plan, including one who called himself “The Deflator.”

Vincent wrote letters to the team and Brady saying a league-sponsored investigative report established “substantial and credible evidence” that the quarterback knew the employees were deflating footballs and failed to cooperate with investigators.

The investigation by attorney Ted Wells found that Brady “was at least generally aware” of plans by two Patriots employees to prepare the balls to his liking, below the league-mandated minimum of 12.5 pounds per square inch.

The Patriots defeated the Indianapolis Colts 45-7 and went on to beat the Seattle Seahawks in the Super Bowl.

Vincent told the Patriots the punishment

flatter footballs - which can be easier to grip and catch - affected the outcome of the blowout win over the Colts. Vincent said the flattening of balls probably began much earlier.

“While we cannot be certain when the activity began, the evidence suggests that January 18th was not the first and only occasion when this occurred, he wrote.

“It is impossible to determine whether this activity had an effect on the outcome of games or what that effect was.”

In his 243-page report released by the league last week, Wells found that the team broke the rules again, this time by deflating the game footballs after they had been checked by officials. Although the report did not conclusively link the four-time Super Bowl champion to the illegal activity, text messages between the equipment staffers indicated that Brady knew it was going on.

“It is unlikely that an equipment assistant and a locker room attendant would deflate game balls without Brady’s knowledge and approval,” the report said.

The NFL allows each team to provide the footballs used by its offense - a procedure Brady played a role in creating - but it requires

them to be inflated in that range of 12.513.5 pounds per square inch. Footballs with less pressure can be easier to grip and catch, and Brady has expressed a preference for the lower end of the range.

Brady said last week that the scandal hasn’t taken away from the team’s 28-24 Super Bowl win over Seattle - its fourth NFL title since the 2001 season.

“Absolutely not,” he said at a previously planned appearance in Salem, Massachusetts, last Thursday night. “We earned everything we got and achieved as a team, and I am proud of that and so are our fans.”

Fans chanted “Brady” and “MVP,” then gave him a standing ovation as he entered the arena in the town made famous by the colonial witch trials. Since the airing of the scandal in the hours after the Colts game, New England fans have been unwavering in their support for the team, blaming the investigation on grudges by opponents jealous of the team’s success.

You have to love the patriots. They do anything to win a Super Bowl. No one can take that away.

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ARIES (March 21-April 19): The danger of resisting a temptation too strenuously is that the temptation might depart. I suggest that you prevent that from happening. Without throwing yourself at the mercy of the temptation, see if you can coax it to stick around for a while longer. Why? In my view, it’s playing a useful role in your life. It’s motivating you to change some things that really do need to be changed. On the other hand, I’m not yet sure that it should become anything more than a temptation.

It might serve you best that way, not as an object of your satisfied desire.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): My astrological colleagues discourage me from talking to you Bulls about financial matters. “Most Tauruses know ten times more about the mystery of money than you will ever know,” said one. “Their excellent instincts trump any tips you could offer.” Another astrologer concurred, noting, “The financial advice you give Tauruses will at best be redundant and at worst simplistic.” A third colleague summed it up: “Offering Tauruses guidance about money is like counseling Scorpios about sex.” So although I’m shy about providing recommendations, I will say this: The next five weeks will be a favorable time to set in motion the plans to GET RICHER QUICKER! GEMINI (May 21-June 20): “Endings to be useful must be inconclusive,” wrote science fiction novelist Samuel R. Delany. I endorse that theory for your use in the coming weeks. Interweave it with this advice from playwright Sam Shepard: “The temptation towards resolution, towards wrapping up the package, seems to me a terrible trap. Why not be more honest with the moment? The most authentic endings are the ones which are already revolving towards another beginning.” In other words, Gemini, don’t be attached to neat finales and splashy climaxes. Consider the possibility that you can simply slip free of the complicated past and head toward the future without much fanfare.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): In mythic terms, you should be headed for the winner’s circle, which is inside the pleasure dome. The parade in your honor should follow the award ceremony, and let’s hope you will be on the lead float wearing a gold crown and holding a real magic wand while being sung to by a choir of people you love and who love you. If for any reason you are not experiencing some version of these metaphors, I urge you to find out why. Or better yet, get busy on planning a homecoming or graduation party or award ceremony for yourself.

From an astrological perspective, you have a mandate to be recognized and appreciated for the gifts you offer the world.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): British Field Marshal Arthur Wellesley was a brilliant military commander. Renowned for his ability to beat larger armies, he also had great skill at minimizing loss of life among his own troops. His most famous triumph took place in 1815, when he led the forces that defeated Napoleon Bonaparte at Waterloo. In the aftermath, the French tyrant lost his power and went into exile. What was the secret of Wellesley’s success? “Bonaparte’s plans were made in wire,” he said. “Mine were made in string.” In other words, Wellesley’s strategy was more flexible and adaptable. As circumstances changed, it could be rearranged with greater ease. That’s the approach I recommend for you in the coming days.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You may not be strong enough to take a shot at a daunting challenge that’s five levels beyond your previous best. But I think you are at least ready to try a tricky challenge that’s one level higher than where you have been operating. And that, in my opinion, is a more practical use of your courage. I think it would be a waste of your energy to get wrapped up in grandiose fantasies about impossible perfections.

As long as you don’t overreach, you can accomplish small miracles.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): I suspect you are about to experience some prime contenders for The Most Unusual Adventures of 2015. Are you thoroughly

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prepared? Of course not. There’s no way you can be totally ready to adapt to unpredictable wrinkles and change your mind at a moment’s notice. But that’s exactly what will make these experiments so fun.

That’s why they will be effective in building up your resilience and willpower. For best results, apply your nighttime thinking to daytime activities, and vice versa. Spend minimal time on responsibilities that don’t teach you noble truths about your fellow madmen and madwomen. Now here’s my big question: How can you tap into the extra power you will need during your rite of passage?

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Many modern astronomers are allergic to astrology, but from my perspective there is no inherent conflict between the two fields. Four of history’s greatest astronomers were practicing astrologers, after all: Johannes Kepler, Galileo Galilei, Tycho Brahe, and Pierre Gassendi. One of my friends in college, a Scorpio woman named Martha Maiden, is a firstrate astrologer who got a degree in astronomy and became a top scientist at NASA. In the spirit of finding reconciliation between apparent opposites, I’m happy to say that you are now a virtual virtuoso in your ability to reconcile both apparent opposites and actual opposites. I invite you to use this aptitude with flair and daring.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Sagittarian Matt Stutzman competes in the sport of archery.

He’s the world’s record holder for longest accurate shot, having hit a target 230 yards away. What makes his accomplishment so extraordinary is the fact that he was born without any arms. He holds each arrow in his mouth and grasps the bow with his right foot and the help of a chest harness. In the spirit of this armless archer, and in accordance with your current astrological omens, I invite you to initiate an attempt to triumph over one of your so-called disadvantages.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Long before Lou Reed recorded the song “Walk on the Wild Side,” Nelson Algren wrote a novel titled A Walk on the Wild Side. It depicts the luxuriant depravity of New Orleans’ French Quarter in the 1930s. One of Algren’s most enduring bits of spiritual advice goes as follows: “Never, ever, no matter what else you do in your whole life, never sleep with anyone whose troubles are worse than your own.” What do you think of that, Capricorn? Even if you don’t regard it as a universal rule that you should unfailingly obey, I suggest you observe it in the coming weeks. For the sake of your mental hygiene, be extra discerning about what influences you absorb -- not just in bed, but everywhere.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): The cosmos has authorized you to be hungrier than usual. You may also feel free to respond to your enhanced hunger with an extra aggressive quest to be fed. Therefore: Be voracious! Risk being avid, ardent, and even agog. Fill yourself up with pudding, pleasure, praise, peace, perks, and privileges. Anything else you’d like to engorge? If some unenlightened person questions your right to claim the biggest piece and the sweetest taste and the best fuel, inform them that your astrologer says you have ultimate permission.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Is there an interesting ally whose path rarely crosses yours?

Do you draw inspiration from a like-minded dynamo who is not fully available? Has fate kept you and a friend from getting as close as you would wish? According to my reading of the astrological omens, relationships like these could become more substantial in the coming weeks. The dream of a more robust connection could ripen into an opportunity to actually collaborate. So be alert for the openings, and be prepared to do what’s necessary to go deeper.

Homework: Imagine that everything important you know is condensed into a single symbol or image. What is it? FreeWillAstrology.com.

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MUSIC: SOUL SOOTHING W

hat is it about music that strikes cords of emotions within us?

Music has been a part of our culture for as long as we can remember.

Researchers have been able to explain of late the correlation as to why music is a catalyst to soulful emotion. Generally, music makes us feel good, happy, excited and we want to move. On occasion it can induce depression. We can all relate how a song can retrieve a memory or specific time in our lives.

Overall, music makes us feel good.

What is it about music that stimulates?

Neuroscientists, Anne Blood and Robert Zatorre of McGill University, Montreal in 2001 conducted a study and were able to reveal an answer. The researchers say, “using magnetic resonance imaging they showed that people listening to pleasurable music had activated brain regions called the limbic and paralimbic areas, which are connected to euphoric reward responses, like those we experience from sex, good food and addictive drugs. Those rewards come from a gush of a neurotransmitter called dopamine. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter.

It is used when the brain sends a signal to the muscles. Our body moves and/or it can make a person feel good. Thus, another reason we are attracted to music.

Of course not all music sends good vibrations to our soul. A song can trigger an unpleasant time or memory. Or, perhaps it can remind you of happier times that you wish you could relive. Music can also provoke feelings of anxiety, anger and boredom.

Plus, our diverse cultures may appreciate certain styles of music differently. What may sound pleasing to Western Europeans may not be in sync with Eastern Europeans.

Simply due to both cultures use different scales and tuning.

While attending college and to this day I choose to listen to classical music when attempting to complete a mentally

engaging task. I feel relaxed and my mind lucid. Researchers found those who listened to classical music while studying scored higher on their math exams. Classical music with 60-70 beats per minute was germane in helping improve test scores as much as twelve percent. Classical music, like Beethoven’s Fur Elise, helps students retain more information and study endurance.

Some researches may argue that the best environment to consummate a task is a quiet one. While others argue that you can select songs specific to what you are attempting to achieve.

If you are on a mission to achieve a task that requires mental focus it may be beneficial to listen to classical music. Yet, if you need to get to business and clean your house, car or garage… it may be a good idea to crank up your favorite tunes that motivate you. This way you can successfully hit every note. Music, very well, may be an elixir in society.

Bronwyn Ison is the owner of Evolve Yoga. e-volveyoga.com 760.564.YOGA

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by Sunny Simon

Playing Your Hunch

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few weeks ago I attended a speech contest. One of the contestants gave a very humorous speech about surviving a harrowing adventure while on vacation. His so called exciting escapade turned out to be a giant scam. Our hero admitted his naiveté in ignoring the red flags (and there were many) he experienced early on. In fact, he titled his speech, “Beware of Red Flags,” as a lesson for the audience.

We all know what those red flags are.

We’ve felt them. It’s that queasy, uneasy feeling signaling our brain something is not quite right. When those crimson warnings arise, the most prudent thing to do is heed them. Often we ignore these caution signals and forge full steam ahead. As was the case of the speaker, the man was just too pumped up to stop and think, eventually finding himself in a heap of trouble. The end result was a hefty hit to his bank account.

Red flags pop up in a myriad of life experiences. Take the dating scene for example. Remember that guy you started seeing last year? Your best friend warned you something was amiss, your mom was not a member of his fan club and in the end, you wasted six months on a relationship going nowhere. Or what about that “win-win” financial investment your cousin said was a

sure thing? You probably knew at the time it was a long shot, but wanting a quick windfall so badly you took an unsafe risk and it cost you, big time.

Avoid tripping over red flags by tapping into your intuition and observing what your body is trying to tell you. The phrase “gut reaction,” is an accurate description of a distress warning exhibited physically. Experiencing a sour or churning stomach when faced with a decision is the internal red flag cautioning danger.

We are all blessed with intuition. Even Bill Gates, who is no doubt surrounded by highly paid talented advisors admits, “Often you have to rely on intuition.” Individuals who are successful in developing this internal insight do make better decisions.

Try it out this week. Place a moratorium on making snap decisions and pay attention to early warning signals. Tune in to the wisdom of your psyche and physical reactions as you consider which path to take. View a hunch as not just a fleeting thought but a valuable piece of information. After considerable reflection, you can turn those red flags green and feel more confident in making decisions and accomplishing your goals.

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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by dr peter kadile

Dr. Peter M. Kadile is Board Certified in Family Medicine. He has an integrative, osteopathic medical practice and is also known as the local, house call doctor; Desert House Call Physician. He is on staff at Eisenhower Medical Center and medical director for Serenity Hospice. His office is located in beautiful Old Town La Quinta, 78-100 Main Street, Suite 207, La Quinta, CA 92253. (760) 777-7439. DesertHouseCalls@aol.com. www.deserthousecalldoc.com.

For whatever ails you..

Hey Dr. Kadile, my son frequently gets ear infections after being in the pool for awhile. Will he have to get tubes for his ears? - Kathy, Desert Hot Springs

Kathy, your son most likely has frequent outer ear infections (otitis externa), commonly know as “swimmers ear”. The outer ear is the area from the eardrum to the outside of the head. The infection is caused by water that stays in the ear commonly after swimming. The water contains bacteria that invade the skin of the ear canal. Most cases of swimmers ear can be treated with antibiotic ear drops. An important part of the treatment is to keep the affected ears dry, so no more swimming until the infection has fully cleared. Plugging the ear canal with a cotton ball coated in vaseline will help keep the ear dry when bathing. The placement of tubes in the ear is a form of treatment for chronic middle ear infections (otitis media), NOT treatment for outer ear infections.

Dr. Kadile, The recent winds have really flared up my allergies. What is the best medication you recommend for allergies. -Linda, Desert Hot Springs

effective in the prevention and treatment of symptoms, but can have side effects, commonly drowsiness. Make sure you read the labels of the various OTC allergy medications to educate yourself on the possible side effects.

Dr. Kadile, can chicken soup really help with a cold or flu? - Steve, Indio

Steve, the old fashioned remedy of chicken soup may actually be better than over the counter cold and flu medications.

There have been several scientific studies that show that chicken soup may have some medical benefits. Ingredients in chicken soup can help reduce the symptoms of upper respiratory cold/flu symptoms. Hot chicken soup has been shown to be more effective than hot water in increasing the movement of nasal mucus and the soup also improves function of cilia, the protective projections in the nose that prevent germs from entering the body. Chicken soup is also a good source of nutrition and hydration when you’re sick.

Linda, the high winds kick up all sorts of nasty allergens, dust, sand and irritants which can cause the itchy, watery eyes, congestion, runny nose, cough, sore throat and sneezing associated with allergic rhinitis.

Staying well hydrated, supplementing with vitamin C, vitamin D and omega 3 fish oils can help boost your immune system and help reduce allergy flare ups. Irrigation of the nasal passages with an over the counter neti pot can help reduce the congestion and runny nose associated with allergy symptoms. Over the counter (OTC) medications, usually antihistamines, can be

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