Coachella Valley Weekly - May 15 to May 21, 2014 Vol. 3 No. 8 by CV Weekly

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CV Weekly’s Music Awards recognizes the Best of the Valley’s independent musicians and bands on May 18

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Publisher & Editor Tracy Dietlin Art Director Robert Chance Sales Team Raymond Bill, Brian Michaelz, Lisa Morgan Classified Manager & Nightlife Editor Phil Lacombe Features Writer Marissa Willman, Judith Sulkin, Denise Ortuno Neil, Heidi Simmons, Lisa Morgan Writers/Contributors: Robin Simmons, Rick Riozza, Lola Rossi, Craig Michaels, Bronwyn Ison, Haddon Libby, Rachel Montoya, Angela Janus, Janet McAfee, Heidi Simmons, Dale Gribow, Raymond Bill, Jack St. Clair, Rob Brezny, Amanda Dorta, Eleni P. Austin, Curtis Hendricks, Noe Gutierrez, Jill Coleman, Jennifer Tan, Sunny Simon, Richard Weiss, Dr. Peter Kadile, Dr. Maria Lombardo, Bruce Cathcart, Patte Purcell, Julie Buehler, Flint Wheeler, John Paul Valdez, Laura Hunt Little, Eric Robertson, Scott Pam, Brian Michaelz, Robin Linn, Rebecca Pikus,, Richard Noble, Karen Creasy, Trooper Ramsey Photographers Laura Hunt Little, Lani Garfield, Chris Miller/ Imagine Imagery Distribution Phil Lacombe, William Westley

Contents

CVMAs............................................... 3 CVMA Nominees............................6 Gay Man’s Chorus..........................6 Unsound.........................................6 Zach & Erica Huskey......................7 Sports Scene ..................................8 Sports ............................................9 LMS - As Blood Runs Black..........11 Community - Live2Die.................11 PD Concert Series..........................12 Desert DJs - Red’s Rockstar..........12 Tom O’Donnell / HPE.....................13 Consider This................................14 Art - Alexander Koleszar...............15 Pet Place........................................16 The Vino Voice .............................17 Club Crawler Nightlife.................18 Pamp Palate - Giuseppe’s............20 Screeners......................................22 Book Review ................................23 Desert Arc Golf Tournament.......25 Splash House/Hacienda B.C...........26 Haddon Libby: It’s All Local.........27 Dale Gribow.................................27 Safety Tips....................................28 ShareKitchen................................28 It’s Your Nickel..............................28 Don’t Be Clueless in the CV.........29 Health & Fitness...........................30 SELMA Grows...............................30 Free Will Astrology......................31 Health & Fitness...........................31 Life & Career Coach......................32 Beauty..........................................32 Comics - Weiss Cracks..................34

ot your tix for the CV Music Awards? Time is running out to get the tickets at the pre-event price of $25 for the Sunday, May 18 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 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 CVMAs has become one of the most anticipated events on the valley’s music scene! In addition to the awards show there is an after-party that starts at 9 p.m. with a limited number of $25 VIP party tickets available (in addition to the awards show). The VIP tix include a hosted bar sponsored by Crater Lake Vodka & Gin, Coachella Valley Brewing Co., wine sponsored by Tilted Kilt, and food sponsored by BAR and Giuseppe’s (Funkey Industries) and DaKine, along with entertainment by DJ JF//Discord and a special performance by 2013 Best Band winner Jesika Von Rabbit performing her new solo project – a winner with fans and critics alike.

In addition to announcing winners in 24 categories by celebrity presenters, including actress Krista Allen and other surprise guests, local bands Se7en4, Bridger, Blasting Echo, Remnants of Man, House of Broken Promises, Michael Keeth & Martin Barrera, John Stanley King, Long Duk Dong, Perishment, Machin’, The Hive Minds, Might Delta-Tones, The Hellions and Inner Planetary Monks will perform during the evening.

A special “Pioneer Award” will be presented to Mario Lalli (Fatson Jetson, Yawning Man) who was one of the original musicians who started the “desert rock genre” with his generator parties back in the 80s and 90s. Also on hand to receive a special “Trailblazer Award” are Zach and Erica Huskey who recently celebrated 20 years with their band Dali’s Lama and owning their own record label. Another “Trailblazer Award” will be presented to the band Unsound who formed here in the desert in 1988 and are still going strong as they recently performed at Schmidy’s to a standing room only crowd. The Coachella Valley Music Awards are the brain-child of CV Weekly Publisher Tracy Dietlin, a writer and music-lover who believes in promoting the independent bands and music venues across the valley. “I am so excited about this year’s CVMAs!,”

she said. “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.” In addition to saluting the great independent music of the Coachella Valley, the CVMAs will also support Loving All Animals with a music lovers’ raffle. The grand prize package includes a Dean MAB3 SVB grey and black electric guitar, that retails for $548.75 from Musician’s Outlet, drum skin and sticks signed by Dave Lombardo of Slayer & Philm; massage and beauty package; tattoo certificate from Tg Tat; along with other surprises. With its own long history associated with the music and entertainment industry, the Riviera Palm Springs is the perfect spot for this party. The midcentury hotel is located at 1600 N. Indian Canyon Drive. For tickets and information, contact Dietlin at (760) 501-6228 or publisher@ coachellavalleyweekly.com. CV Music Award Sponsors: Discount Hydroponics Desert Wraps Crater Lake Vodka & Gin CVB Tilted Kilt BAR Smoketree Supper Club Musicians Outlet & SIR Loving All Animals Guitar ER Tg Tat Riviera Palm Springs DaKine

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And The Nominees are..

Best Rock Band: Blasting Echo Pictures from Eden House of Broken Promises The Hellions Drop the World Best Metal Band: Remnants of Man Perishment In the Name of the Dead Redivider Brain Vat Best Reggae Band: Mikey Reyes Acoustic Movement Tribe-O Soul Opus Irie Junction Best Punk Band: Se7en4 You Know Who Bridger Spankshaft Whiskey & Knives Best Country Band: R Buckle Road The Sibleys Black Roses Chris Unck Wade Crawford Best Rap/Hip Hop:

Thr3 Strykes A.Vox J. Patron Egoflow Abel Lujan Best Cover Band: Long Duk Dong John Stanley King Dude Jones Wyte Gye The Refills Best Live Performance Band: Se7en4 Pedestrians Blasting Echo Machin’ Bridger Best New Band: Hive Minds CIVX Bridger The Yip Yops Sun & Sail Club Best Jazz Band/Artist: Penny Unniversity Will Donato Mikole Kaar John Stanley King Brian Nova Best Blues Band/Artist: Kal David

The Mighty Delta-Tones John Stanley King The Bonethumpers Agua Blues Masters Best Adult Contemporary: Kevin Henry Lola Rossi Slim Man Steve Ditullio Martin Ross Best Duo: Derek Jordan Gregg & Sean Poe Michael Keeth & Martin Barrera Mikey Reyes & Bryanna Evaro Giselle Woo & David Macias Sean Wheeler & Zander Schloss Best Female Vocalist: Chelsea Sugarbritches Lisa Lynn Morgan Giselle Woo Christina Reyes Nicky Vallee Best Male Vocalist: Michael Keeth Paul Cotterell John Stanley King Josh Heinz Derek Jordan Gregg

Best Band: Blasting Echo Se7en4 Machin’ Caxton The Hellions Pictures from Eden Parosella House of Broken Promises Rebel Noise Tribesmen Dali’s Llama Waxy Best Drummer: Steve Hall Mike Cancino Katie Cathcart Benny Cancino Jr. Alfredo Hernandez Best Bass: Armando Flores Laramie Eve Dan Wheat Mike Smith Joe Mora Best Guitar: Arthur Seay Bobby Nichols Rudy Mendez Pete Burquez Jon Arnold

Palm Springs Gay Men’s Chorus Presents: GALA 15 and the Palm Springs Premiere of Emmy® Award Winning Actor/Comedian Leslie Jordan’s “SHOW PONY” Hotel is downtown’s new ideal destination for events. Best known for his movie roles in “Sordid Lives,” “Southern Baptist Sissies” and “The Help” as well as his sidesplitting TV role as Beverly Leslie on “Will And Grace,” Mr. Jordan will tell the hilarious tale of how life was supposeticketd to be after reaching one of the highlights in his career, winning the Emmy® in 2006, in his new one-man smash hit “Show Pony.” As an incredible addition to the evening’s program, live auction and master of

ceremony duties, will be performed by San Francisco Police Inspector, Lenny Broberg. Known for his long-time commitment to charity work, he’ll bring his wit, charm and effervescent smile to the stage. $250 INCLUDES • VIP Dress Circle limited seating • Complimentary valet parking • 6:00pm exclusive private preview of silent auction with passed hors d’oeuvres • Two complimentary cocktails • Exclusive VIP dessert reception with Leslie Jordan

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Best Frontman: Nick Flores Joe Lynn Jim Cathcart Josh Heinz Zach Huskey Best Club DJ: All Night Shoes DJ Angelique Alf Alpha JF//Discord Ron Cameron Best Event DJ: DJ Ray DJ Craig Michaels DJ Day DJ Habenero DJ Smoke Best Promoter: BB Ingle Ray Phillips Brandon Henderson Steve Johns Jeremy McCormick Best Live Performance Venue: Date Shed The Hood Pappy & Harriet’s The Show The Rockyard

Community $150 INCLUDES • Front orchestra reserved seats • Admission to silent auction at 6:30pm • Passed hors d’oeuvres • One complimentary cocktail $85 INCLUDES • Rear orchestra reserved seats • Admission to silent auction at 6:30pm • Passed hors d’oeuvres For more information on how to support the Palm Springs Gay Men’s Chorus or to purchase tickets for Gala 15, visit www. psgmc.com.

he Palm Springs Gay Men’s Chorus (PSGMC) will present Gala 15 and the Palm Springs premiere of Emmy® Award winning actor/comedian/ stage performer Leslie Jordan’s new show titled “Show Pony.” The Hard Rock Hotel will be the spectacular location for this GALA evening Saturday, May 17 at 6:30p.m. filled with special guests, live entertainment and fabulous auction items all to benefit antibullying efforts and community activities. Located in the heart of Palm Springs at 150 South Indian Canyon Drive, the Hard Rock

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Desert Legends…Pioneers…and Trailblazers

Reese and Josie. Another desert legend, Billy Cordell, stepped in on bass to honor Killen. During an interview before that show I spoke with Killen’s close friend and Unsound band mate, Brian Maloney. “Britt had just found out the month before that he had heart problems. He only told his wife and one of his patients that he drove to treatments. He was an EMT. It really came as a shock to everyone. So now we just want to do what we can to help raise some money to help his family. Britt would’ve done the same for any one of us. He was a great friend and was always there when you needed him.” That show was a big success and raised a nice amount of cash for Killen’s daughters. Maloney and Killen were band mates in Scabies Babies before forming Unsound back in 1988, which included members; Maloney on guitar, Killen on bass, Ian Taylor on vocals & guitar and Jeff Bowman on drums, who took over for Tony Brown around 1990. Maloney says that Unsound performed their punk rock music everywhere for many years before taking a break. “Back in the day we were even a bigger band here in the desert than Kyuss was. Unsound owned the desert for a long time,” he stated proudly. “It was Dead Issue and then us.” Fast forward to Saturday, May 3, 2014 when Unsound took the stage at Schmidy’s Tavern and blew everyone away. Together since 1988, they rarely do shows anymore, but you would never know it by their performance that night. This band was tighter than some bands that play every week. They feed off each other and create a magic that is rare. The place was packed like I had never seen it before and it was great to see so many familiar faces that I hadn’t seen in years. During the show at Schmidy’s I kept hearing so many people say that it was “like being at their high school reunion” as Unsound was one of the bands that played back in the generator party days. Many of the people that

attended that night only come out for a show like Unsound. This was only the second time I had watched them perform but was so impressed with their musicianship and electrifying performances along with the fact that they can come out and play a show once in a blue moon and it be “the show” of that year with people that have been loyal fans for years coming out in droves to support them. That is why I chose Unsound to receive the “Trailblazer Band Award”. I spoke with lead singer Ian Taylor about what all of this means to him. CVW: So how did Unsound start? Ian Taylor: Well the other guys were already playing in a band called Scabies Babies and I showed up and told them I had been singing in all kinds of other bands where I used to live even though I really hadn’t and I kind of told them I was going to be their singer. Then after Tony left and we were looking for a drummer, this little kid, well he was younger than us anyway, Jeff Bowman showed up and he knew all the songs so he was in. CVW: So Unsound rarely plays. Was the Schmidy’s show the first one you have done since theBrittstock show 2 years ago at the Date Shed? IT: Well we had gotten together and did a 20 year reunion tour right before Britt passed and then did that show and we did a show with Kyuss Lives at The Hood a few years ago. CVW: So everyone else lives here in the desert but you live in San Diego. Since you don’t play together that often how do you come out and do a show that’s so spot on? IT: Well we get together and do 2 or 3 rehearsals and we’ve been playing these songs for years so we know them really well and they come right back to us. And we all play in other bands so we’re still playing music. I’ve been touring with Nick Oliveri in Mondo Generator for about 8-9 years. CVW: So how was it bringing Billy Cordell on to replace Britt after all those years? IT: Well Britt had moved to upstate NY for a while and we did a couple shows without him and he knew that Billy was a shredder and he

actually said that “Billy is the only guy I will let replace me.” So he comes Britt approved. CVW: So talk to me about what it was like playing back then compared to now? IT: Back then there was Across the River and Scabies Babies and Sean Wheeler was always playing in bands and he was a little older and I was like the new kid. I look back and it was Unsound, Yawning Man and Kyuss and they were the kids even younger than us. We were always doing shows at the Nude Bowl or we would start practicing at someone’s house and it would turn into a show and Mario would show up with a generator and we’d have a party. And this was all before the internet or anyone had cell phones so it was all by word of mouth and there would end up being 500 people out in the middle of the desert for a generator party. CVW: So who of the desert legends from back then do you most respect? IT: You know it’s funny because all of the musicians that we’ve been talking about from back then are all still playing music and touring and in some really successful bands. I think that’s really cool and I don’t think that happens in a lot of towns. But I think Brian Maloney deserves more credit than he’s gotten. When I look back on it Brian was like the team leader and Mario of course. And all the Kyuss kids really blew up into a bunch of different bands. And I didn’t really get it until I started touring over in Europe with Nick and I was like “whoa” these people are really into the desert music. And they always ask me too ‘what was it like back then?’ It’s kinda crazy. The whole desert stoner rock thing is funny too because we were punk rock and not all the guys even smoke marijuana (laughing). But it is what it is. CVW: So in closing what one line do you think defines Unsound? IT: We used to have stickers and shirts that said “Unsound…Play Hard. Play Loud. Play Fast” Watch Unsound receive the CV Music Awards “Trailblazer Award” on Sunday, May 18 at the Riviera.

ecades ago, in the heyday of big corporate record labels, 14 year old Zach was beginning his own music adventure. That journey, with best friend and future wife Erica, would ultimately declare an audible “Fuck You” to the suits that held many other music makers and dreamers hostage. Rocking the paint off the walls at the old J.C. Frey building with musicians of kindred passion, the ideals and attitudes of that Punk Rock era of music would resonate in their very soul, and become a way of life for the Huskey’s. Always a pioneer and entrepreneur, Zach published a music magazine on his parents xerox machine. He could be seen handing them out to anyone with green hair or who showed any signs of interest in his music. For him, it was just another form of expression. Zach and Erica have carved their own path ever since, answering to nothing but the voice in their soul. These independent, “DIY” (Do It Yourself) artists were grafting the grooves to the vinyl of their music career long before it was a common industry term symbolic of being executors of their own authenticity. These artists are receiving CV Weekly’s Trailblazer award for more than just their incredible body of work done self- produced and promoted, but for the ideal and spirit of independence that they embody with absolute integrity and the inspiration it has ensued.

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Honored at the CV Music Awards Sunday, May 18 at the Riviera in Palm Springs. Interview with Ian Taylor of Unsound. e have movie legends, sports legends, music legends and here in the CV we have the pioneers of the desert rock movement who we consider “Desert Rock Legends”. Herb Lienau, Alfredo Hernandez, and Zach Huskey are a few of the musicians who some say haven’t gotten enough credit for their huge contributions to the scene, while others like Josh Homme, Nick Oliveri, John Garcia, Brant Bjork, Sean Wheeler, Arthur Seay and Jesse Hughes have received much notoriety and fame- justifiably so. Mario Lalli is referred to by many as the Godfather of Desert Rock, partly because of his generator party days and also for his immense talent and likeability. Gary Arce, Tony Tornay and Scott Reeder also belong on the pioneer list as well as many others not mentioned here. This year the CV Music Awards is proud to honor a few of these amazing musicians. Mario Lalli has been chosen to receive the “Pioneer Award” for not only his generator party notoriety but for the fine human being that he is and for his undeniable talent. Lalli has played in many bands over the years including Dead issue, Yawning Man and of course Fatso Jetson to name a few and has left an indelible mark on the desert musicscape. We will have a full interview in next week’s CV Weekly with Mario Lalli so stay tuned. These musicians are also Trailblazers and together in many different bands have created a whole music genre itself “desert rock” or “desert stoner rock” however you want to look at it the bottom line is these musicians are to the desert what Nirvana, Soundgarden and Pearl Jam were to the Seattle grunge scene. Amongst those Trailblazing bands is Unsound, who lost their bass player, Britt Killen on October 22, 2011, at the young age of 44 to heart failure. On April 7, 2012 at The Date Shed in Indio, many of these desert legends came together to help raise money for Killen’s wife Loren and his daughters

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Erica: “When we started out, there was no internet phone directory. We were writing down addresses from the back of magazines.” Zach: “Now the market is over saturated. It’s common for people to do their own. There are people who have been on labels all their life, doing it themselves now, and they’ll call and ask me, ‘How’d you do the printing? Where’s the mastering done? I won’t mention any names, but these are some well-known people. I always tell them, ‘Don’t ask me, I just write the music’ and hand the phone to Erica. I’m a great delegator,” he grinned. I asked Zach for his observations and perspective of music and the DIY method, and the music industry that he has watched change drastically over the last 30 years. “I think, first of all, the idea that you’re gonna make money and be rich and famous, catering your music to that goal, is ridiculous in the first place. Songwriting and music well, it’s an expression. You either have to do it or you don’t. And if you have to do it, why not have full control over it. It’s harder. You have to have money. You have to work. You can’t party as much, and have to save your money for studio, for the release, advertising and whatever else. It’s a little bit different than way back when, where you’d have to pay for it to be in a magazine. But if it’s real, you just do it. Now days there’s a bunch of indie labels. At the big shows like SXSW, you can’t even really tell who’s the independent, garage, rock real kid, from the big indie labels there promoting their racks... and some of them aren’t independent anymore. They’re a subsidiary to a major label. It’s just another guy in a suit and tie.” “Today DIY is easier, definitely. Back in our early years, we worked on tape. You had to go to a studio; you weren’t doing it in your house. At the same time, because everyone can do it, the market saturated with crap. You really have to dig through all the stuff to find the good stuff. A lot of the kids are so techy they don’t even play instruments anymore.

Or their sorta good on guitar, but that’s not what they really want to do. Back in the 80’s punk rock bands, there were shining guitar, bass players and drummers.” “I see a lot of catering to crowds, rather than doing their own music, whether the ‘crowd’ likes it or not. In my opinion, you write and play a certain way because you’re influenced by some music, and you have 4 friends who like it. You reach other people by just constantly doing it. I’m really bothered by the music that caters to a crowd that’s already built in. All of a sudden, everybody’s a grunge or stoner rock band. That’s NOT the way to do it. I never made money at it. After 20 albums, we’ll never make the money back. But the reason we did it was to document where we were at in that place and time. It’s like an expensive picture of what you were like at a certain time, and you share that picture the best way you can. That’s the way you do it.” “For example, Jim Morrison: is he a poet because he published his own stuff? Of course! Is he very good? Who knows...but he did it, and you didn’t so fuck you. If you think some guy in a suit, representing a label and wants to make money off of you will think, ‘Oh! You’re doing this to express yourself!’ You are wrong. You’re a product. What you put out is a product. And if you’re a product it’s like being an inmate; they don’t care. You

separate yourself from that by creating your own music, even more so when you start your own label.” “I don’t know the gimmicky thing to do to get your music out there. I guess the best ‘gimmick’ is to be the best at what you do. What’s the gimmick behind Nirvana? There is no gimmick. It’s just the songs.” As my interview with Zach came to a close, he voiced that he felt there were a lot of other artists doing a lot to earn the title of “Trailblazer”. I asked him if he wanted to name them. He laughed and asked, “How many do I get! There’s Herb Lienau, Sean Wheeler, Tony Brown, Alfredo Hernandez, Scott Reeder, Dan Lathom, Mark Anderson, Joe Dillon, John Summers...” The list went on faster than I could type. Bottom line, Zach is no egocentric rock star. He has a deep admiration for his fellow sojourners who bleed their music for the sole purpose of leaving their unique sonic footprint and this arid landscape. But these very people will be the first to concede that Erica and Zach Huskey are executors of their own musical authenticity. Those who take the time to listen to the arsenal of music they have created will hear the sonic pictures they have captured. In all, their work screams, “Zach and Erica Huskey were here! This is what it sounded like.” I suggest you play it loud.

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The Difference Between What We Want And What We Get

was a kid, about 9. It was a gorgeous summer day and the ice cream truck came around the corner; melodiously announcing it’s arrival. My older brother and I hurdled the couch, darted outside and ran it down. As I remember, he and I arrived at the same time, but he placed his breathless order before I could place mine. “One Firecracker please.” It happened to be the ice cream truck’s last Firecracker. That left me with a crappy grape popsicle. I looked at my older brother’s delicious Firecracker, looked at my sad, purple twopegged thing and mumbled to him, “I wanted a Firecracker…” His response was immediate and unsympathetic, the kind of delivery that suggested he had received this same response from an authority at one time and was happily passing the wisdom to me. “What we want and what we get are two different things,” he said smiling a red and blue smile. Last week I wrote in this space that NBA Commissioner Adam Silver made a strong stance by banning Donald Sterling for life and fining him $2.5 million dollars. The press conference lasted roughly 20 minutes as the newly anointed commissioner levied the heaviest penalty he possibly could under NBA by-laws. And the public thought it was getting what it wanted: A resounding resolution to an emotionally charged, and nuanced controversy. The punishment was severe and breathtakingly final, or so we thought, as Commissioner Silver outlined how the NBA would seek to oust Sterling as owner by convincing the other 29 owners to vote to seize his stakes in the team. But the reality and legality of Silver’s announcement is now being processed, digested and analyzed. And it’s messy. Messier than a 9-year old holding a purple popsicle on a hot summer day. Sterling’s wife came forward saying she will fight the NBA’s attempt to seize her 50% ownership. She sat down with Barbara Walters and also suggested her husband could be suffering from dementia. New wrinkle: this could be a key in Sterling’s defense. “The most universal sign of early dementia is not memory loss, but personality change,” said Dr. Igor Galynker, associate chairman of research at Mt. Sinai Beth Israel in New York City, who has written several papers on dementia. “Two basic characteristics not related to memory are apathy and indifference or callousness. People become withdrawn and disinterested in other people to the point of being rude.” With the NBA relying on vague language, and wide-sweeping power that could require a judge to interpret the application of the bylaws and constitution, a wrinkle such as intent, another interpretive gray area, could be key in

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deciding Sterling’s and the Clippers fate. Add to an already brooding cesspool, an investigation into V Stiviano and her motives, whether she was trying to blackmail or entrap Sterling and this creates muddy waters the NBA is going to send it’s legal team swimming in. The question deserves to be asked: Had Silver banned Sterling for a year and levied the heavy fine, would the public had received sufficient resolution without the NBA becoming embroiled in a massive legal battle. Some people think the NBA would NOT have imposed such punishment if they hadn’t been sure it was well within their legal rights. I’m not so confident. The NCAA, NBA, NFL, MLB and other such massive institutions often forge new paths assuming their overreaching power and vague language offers the kind of authority required. But the courts see it differently at times. Nothing is guaranteed when relying on another person’s interpretation. Beyond 80 years of life, and having a reputation of court room battles and victories, Donald Sterling and his wife are comfortable in the type of confrontation that’s about to ensue... is the public? The NBA continues to reassure the public that their stance is on firm legal footing, but as I learned from my older brother, what we want and what we get are two different things and when the distinction lies in the interpretation of vague, wide-sweeping language, the only thing we know we’ll get, is a mess on our hands. Julie Buehler hosts the Coachella Valley’s most popular sports talk radio show, “Buehler’s Day Off” every day from 3-6 on 1010 KXPS, the valley’s all sports station. 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 3-6 pst at www.team1010.com or watch the show on Ustream.

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NFL Draft Gone bad.. Oh, and good..

he draft bust is much more heralded than the draft steal, but names on each list should be familiar for the most part. We’ve looked at the guessing game that is the NFL draft, and as promised, it’s time to take a look at the most notable draft busts and steals. BUSTS 5. Andre Ware QB Detroit (7th overall in 1990) - The Heisman winner was another holdout quarterback who just couldn’t adjust to the NFL. He played in just 14 NFL games and started only six. He now works on the radio for the Houston Texans. Ware completed just 83 passes for 1,112 yards and five touchdowns in the NFL, giving him a guaranteed place on this list. 4. Heath Shuler QB Washington (3rd overall in 1994) - Holding out in his rookie season did damage, and he never became the great passer that scouts had anticipated. He tossed only 15 touchdown passes and amassed 33 interceptions in his career, and his ’97 in New Orleans cemented his bust status as he threw 14 picks and two touchdowns. Shuler went into real-estate after his NFL career, and is seeking election as the Democratic candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives in a North Carolina district. 3. Tony Mandarich OT Green Bay (2nd overall in 1989) - Drafted ahead of Barry Sanders, Derrick Thomas, and Deion Sanders, Mandarich did little in the pros. The dreaded ‘S’ word—steroids—came up as a reason for his poor performance, but Mandarich has always denied those allegations. He played three decent seasons for the Colts in the late 90s, and served as an analyst for a sports network in Canada in 2005, but is now off the sporting map entirely. 2. Akili Smith QB Cincinnati (3rd overall in 1999) - Another tough quarterback selection. Smith attended the same high school as Marcus Allen and Terrell Davis, but could not make it at the NFL level, as those running backs did. He started just 17 games, completed less than half of his passes, and totaled five touchdowns to 13 interceptions. 1. Ryan Leaf QB San Diego (2nd overall in 1998) - It often goes unmentioned, but the Chargers traded two 1st round picks, a 2nd round pick, Eric Metcalf, and Patrick Sapp to move up just one spot to grab Leaf. And while the draft picks traded away didn’t amount to much in the long run, those picks might have been put to better use by the Bolts. Leaf currently works as the quarterbacks coach for West Texas A&M University, as of today. Don’t fret NFL fans. Though the NFL draft appears a hopeless endeavor because of the busts, there is still hope for your team at the draft. STEALS 5. Tedy Bruschi LB New England (86th

overall in 1996) - Bruschi, a Pro Bowl linebacker, has become a hard-nosed defensive leader in New England, and is known as one of the top linebackers in all of football. Bruschi has a nose for the ball and has been an integral part of three Super Bowl teams. He suffered a minor stroke in February and even that couldn’t keep him from getting on the field for nine games last season. 4. Rudi Johnson RB Cincinnati (100th overall in 2001) - Replacing Corey Dillon is no easy task, but Rudi Johnson is finding his stride. Paired with quarterback Carson Palmer, Johnson has found life a bit easier, and has taken every opportunity to post strong numbers. 3. Joe Horn WR Kansas City (135th overall in 1996) - For a junior college player who had just six dollars to his name—he claims to have bought a Jerry Rice workout video for $3.99 with the money—at one point in time, Horn has become one of the top receivers in the game. Since signing with New Orleans, he has been selected to three Pro Bowls and posted over 1,200 yards receiving in four separate seasons. 2. Zach Thomas LB Miami (154th overall in 1996) - Thomas is known as a defensive leader and has been a fixture of the Miami defense since he entered the league in ’96. He’s been credited with less than 128 tackles only once, when he missed five games 2000 and still posted a total of 99. His career total of more than 1,400 credited tackles is eyeopening, and he has also been a member of six Pro Bowl teams. Thomas is considered probably the best linebacker in Dolphins’ history, and will likely have a place in Canton. 1. Tom Brady QB New England (199th overall in 2000) - He is always in the discussion when it comes to NFL draft steals. In almost five seasons as a starter, he has over 18,000 passing yards to go with 123 touchdowns and only 66 interceptions. His record as a starter is a whopping 58-20. Still only 29 years old, Brady has plenty of football left in him.

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Local Music Spotlight

By noe gutierrez

As Blood Runs Black/Remnants of Man/SANGRE

eathcore kingpins As Blood Runs Black will be headlining the Remnants of Man album release party this Saturday May 17th at The Hood Bar & Pizza in Palm Desert. Opening the show will be bloody metal heavyweights Sangre then Remnants of Man will besiege the stage in support of their newest release, Rise. The event is co-sponsored by Coachella Valley Weekly and V/M Management. The first 100 people wearing a Remnants of Man t-shirt will be allowed free entry, otherwise the cover charge is $10. There will also be Remnants of Man t-shirts available for sale at the point of entry for those of you not adorned with one. Remnants of Man and Sangre are huge fans of ABRB. In listening to ABRB there are no doubts that they consistently deliver hardcore metal at a sky scraping altitude. They are from the Los Angeles area and recently performed at the ‘Wild Wild Fest’ in Orange County where they were reacquainted with the elements. Bassist Nick Stewart summarizes, “It was hot as shit!” Their show this Saturday at The Hood will mark their first performance in the Coachella Valley thanks to their long time friend Tarver Marsh and V/M Management. ABRB is Christopher Bartholomew on vocals, Greg Kirkpatrick and Dan Sugarman on guitars, Nick Stewart on bass and Hector “Leche” Santiago on drums. The Hood constituency can expect a high energy onslaught of metal from ABRB. The double-kick mastery of ‘Leche’ (actual name Hector) and the deep bellow of Chris are what protrude for me. Although, the guitars and bass are intricately interwoven, manifesting the equivalent of one monstrous instrument

as they blaze through the verse, chorus and bridge of each song harmoniously. Their first album Allegiance was released in 2006 to solid positivity and praise. Their video for the song “My Fears Have Become Phobias” has garnered over 3.3 million views on YouTube thus far. Their subsequent album Instinct was released in 2011. They are currently readying a press release that will undoubtedly detail the release of their highly anticipated third fulllength album, Ground Zero, which is being mixed and mastered at the time of this publication. For ABRB, this weekend’s Hood show is a warm-up to two shows in Makassar and Jakarta, Indonesia on 5/29 and 5/31 respectively. Stewart shares his experience in performing overseas, “We have to prepare to play a lot longer because set times are more drawn out. We play a lot more older songs. Plus we have to remind our singer that there is no need for banter in between songs. About 75% of the time they don’t speak English so they don’t understand a word but are waiting for the next song to be played.” ABRB long terms plans include touring the states in support of the long-awaited album. According to Stewart, “We’re ready to gear up, ramp up and hit it hard!” We here at CV Weekly hope you “hit it hard” this Saturday night as we bring you THE metal event of the year. Consider this a three-course meal of metal that will further establish the desert as a haven for heavy music. Horns up! You can find the music of ABRB on iTunes Remnants of Man - ‘RISE’ now available on iTunes and cdbaby.com SANGRE will be releasing a new EP this summer and touring throughout the United States and Mexico

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May 15 to May 21, 2014

by Curtis Hendricks

Live2Die Helps Our Youth and Our Community

ive2Die is a clothing and logo line born in the Coachella Valley during 2011, and given life by one local, Anthony Bauer. The Live2Die brand is a unique style of clothing that bares the Live2Die logo in various styles and positions, all created by Bauer. The brand includes hats, shirts, and various items such as stickers, temporary tattoos and decals. You may have read a previous article in the Coachella Valley Weekly on Bauer and his business, but I want to focus on the opportunities he gives to our community, and those he helps through sponsorship. With his mantra “Get busy living, or get busy dying,” Bauer attacks life and lives it to its fullest. The outdoors are a second home to Bauer. He was brought up to have a love for fishing and hunting. This love led to his charter boat The Dominator. With high tech deep sea fishing, this 65 foot boat can handle the most intense fishing situations, which is exactly what Bauer likes. This boat is in no way used as a symbol of success or money, rather a message and a tool. Bauer takes his boat out during the worm weather once a month and offers fishing trips to kids. Not just any fishing trip, but a trip that only The Dominator can supply with its many amenities. Bauer finds local sponsors to help drive the cost down so local kids can step away from their game systems and computers, and start experiencing a whole new form of life. When I talked to Bauer, he showed great concern about how kids rarely go outside like his generation did. Now, Bauer is not that old, but he did reminisce about what life was like when kids where gone all day outside exploring, and had to be home before the streetlights turned on. Bauer wants to use his company for more than to sell his products. He wants to create opportunities for kids to participate in activities. Bauer prides himself as a sponsor of various athletic groups and fighters. Bauer, as a Palm Desert High School (PDHS) alumnus, helps the PDHS wrestling team with his sponsorship and love for the sport. One PDHS

wrestler Bauer is very proud of is freshman Anthony Mantanona. With accomplishments such as five time youth state champion in wrestling, and five time Gi and No Gi world champion in Jiu Jitsu, just to name a couple, Mantanona is a great competitor and a great example of the type of sponsorship that Bauer wants to give. The Live2Die brand also makes a strong presence in the UFC fighting sport sponsoring fighters like Steve Swanson, Daniel Valdez, Dashon Johnson, and Pat Cummins (Durken). Cub Swanson is another UFC fighter that is sponsored by Bauer, although, Swanson has his own way of giving back to the community as well. Swanson is the owner of the TRU MMA, which is a school that helps local kids learn the sport of MMA. As a local boy himself, graduating from Cathedral City High School, Swanson holds his own outreach for the community. Bauer also sponsors the Coachella Valley Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Bauer has not just taken his Live2Die brand to a successful hold around many sporting events, but is helping to build good people who are in turn helping back through the community. Bauer boasts how these hard fighters come join him on The Dominator with the community kids and have a great time. Bauer is a great community member and cares much for our youth. If you are interested in any fishing events, or have questions, please feel free to contact Bauer at abauer@live2diegear.com. The Live2Die Take a Kid Fishing event for May 18th is $45 per person. You may bring a kid or sponsor a foster kid from the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program. Bauer has already sponsored 4 kid spots on the boat. Also, Bauer would like to open his business mind up to any event suggestions you may have. He is always looking for new ideas and adventure. Don’t forget to check out the Live2die gear at live2diegear.com. Check out the whole Live2die team and events. Also check out a previous article in the Coachella Valley Weekly on Bauer and his business, written by Denise Ortuno Neil.

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PALM DESERT’S FREE SPRING CONCERTS CONTINUE Red’s Rock Star Karaoke WITH COUNTRY/ROCK FROM R BUCKLE ROAD By craig michaels is Everywhere

alm Desert’s free Spring Concerts in the Park continue on Thursday, May 15, at 7:30 p.m. with a live performance by R Buckle Road. A locally based, original, alternative, Country and Rock band, R Buckle Road has been has been nominated for Best Country Band in the CV Music Awards. Palm Desert’s Spring Concerts take place under the stars from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. every Thursday night in May in the beautiful grass lined amphitheater at Palm Desert’s Civic Center Park, 73510 Fred Waring Drive (northeast corner Fred Waring Drive and San Pablo Avenue). The concerts offer a variety of talented acts designed to please music lovers of all

ages and tastes including high-energy pop and rock favorites from Instant Replay (May 22); and a stirring series finale concert by the Palm Desert High School Jazz Ensemble (May 29). In addition to exciting live music, Family YMCA of the Desert will be leading children’s games and activities before each show. Concertgoers are encouraged to bring picnic baskets, blankets, and lawn chairs. Beverages and snacks will also be available for purchase. Alcoholic beverages and smoking are prohibited. For more information, please call 760346-0611, ext. 416.

o say Red loves karaoke may be an understatement. One look at him and it’s obvious to see how he got his stage name. With a personality to matches his flowing red hair, Red loves hosting karaoke so much he doesn’t mind working six nights a week. He grew up in Dallas with a passion for music all his life. At the age of 16, Red decided to get together with friends and buy some equipment and start his own band. Red was the vocalist in the group which was a rock cover band. The group was called Malice and played together for about five years before breaking up. After moving here almost 15 years ago from Dallas where he had been bartending, Red picked up a job tending bar locally. He became friends with Warren the “Spin Doctor” who was the host of the karaoke night at the bar he was working at. About six years ago Warren asked Red if he was interested in learning how to run the karaoke equipment in case he was not available. The rest is history, Red began filling in as the karaoke host while still holding down his bartending duties a few nights a week. He soon began to gather a loyal crowd of local singers and would eventually buy his own karaoke equipment and start his own company- Red’s Rock Star karaoke. Red credits his friends for the success of his karaoke business; “I think what sets me apart is for one I am truly blessed to be surrounded by amazingly awesome friends, I completely love the desert and everyone out here and I get really involved with all the singers.” Being an ex-singer, Red realizes the important of good sound. Making each singer feel comfortable is key when he does his show; “I really concentrate on trying to make people sound as good as possible, after all everyone’s voice is different and

why would they come back if the sound is bad,” explains Red. Besides making singers sound good, Red is constantly posting special celebrations and giving accolades on his Face Book page to his karaoke groupies. Hosting a nightly karaoke show in a pub or a bar is generally not quite as lucrative as doing a private party but it’s not all about the money with Red. Although he has been offered a lot more money to do private gigs he has turned them down if they conflict with his regularly scheduled shows. Loyalty to his employers is more important than money and they treat him great. “I’m blessed to be a part of their establishment and plan on ridin’ till the wheels fall off,” Red comments. Red has become one of the most sought after KJs in the valley. You can catch Red’s karaoke show on Tuesdays at the Fireside Lounge in Palm Springs. On Wednesdays and Fridays, Red performs at Plan B in Thousand Palms. Thursdays he is at Schmidy’s Tavern in Palm Desert, Saturday at Willie Boys Saloon in Morongo Valley and Sunday at Neil’s Lounge in Indio. If you would like to contact Red about his karaoke shows you can call him at (760) 676-6085. Written By: Craig Michaels Musical Affair Entertainment www.musicalaffair.com

did you know? The Story Behind the Wall

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By Denise Ortuno Neil

t looks like it could be something reminiscent of a castle from long ago, or a wall guarding something of great value, or perhaps a look out to the vast desert valley below for a person with means to build it. In a way, the mysterious wall that sits on the foothill of San Jacinto just above the famed O’Donnell Golf Course is all of those things, and a precious part of Palm Springs history. It is the wall that Tom O’Donnell built. Tom O’Donnell didn’t actually haul the materials up the hill and literally use his hands to build the iconic wall himself, but he did have it built out of his vision. Tom O’Donnell was an oilman man of great wealth who came to Palm Springs along with his wife in the 1920’s, lured like so many before him by the areas inviting serene beauty and warm weather that benefitted his respiratory ailment . O’Donnell spent his early time visiting Palm Springs at the Desert Inn, owned by one of the town’s most prominent pioneers, Nellie Coffman. O’Donnell and Coffman became fast friends, so much so that when O’Donnell wanted to purchase the land up the hill from Coffman’s hotel to build a home, she struck a deal with O’Donnell, leasing the property out to him for 50 years in exchange for his assistance in expanding her business. The deal was made and construction began, the most beautiful house in the desert at the time was completed in 1925. The 4,100 square foot villa was named Ojo del Desierto,

Eye of the Desert, and it truly was. The expansive view from the home spanned the desert valley floor as far as ones vision could take them. The O’Donnell’s were avid golfers, often golfing on a limited green at the Desert Inn. The inadequate make shift course would not suffice and so O’Donnell purchased land below his new home and the O’Donnell Golf Course was conceived. The 9 hole private golf course opened in the winter of 1926 and was the first golf course in the desert. The golf course has hosted an elite group of members throughout the years and continues to be one of the most exclusive courses in the desert and certainly the most historic. It was later in the 1930’s that O’Donnell set his sights on the star of this story….. his mysterious wall. It is said that the wall was built as assistance to those men who were systematically unemployed by the depression. Although Palm Springs was not as hard hit by the country’s economic plight, the impact still left a mark on valley workers. In his benevolent manner, O’Donnell employed these men to build his wall. The wall, with gothic inspired style, was to be the

perimeter for his second home that was to be built on the mountain side not far from his first home, the Ojo del Desierto. After completion of the wall, O’Donnell’s health declined, and maneuvering up to the new house’s intended site proved difficult. He decided to have his second home on the ground level near his golf course instead. But O’Donnell was not done with the mountain yet, he truly loved the desert and wanted to be buried here…in the mountain. He commissioned a crypt to be built not far from the wall. The crypt was built into the mountain and has an unfinished 12 foot square room with a 10 foot ceiling. The large archway was intended to be fitted with ornate bronze doors, but they never came to fruition. Instead, wooden doors covered the crypt, but over time because of vandals, the wooden doors gave way to a cement enclosure and that is how it stands today. O’Donnell was never buried in the crypt as California law prohibited being buried on private land. During the time of the walls hay day, radio speakers were placed at the base of the wall, which would play music during the holidays,

UNITING POWER: HOT PURPLE ENERGY SUPPORTS UNITED WAY GALA AT RITZ CARLTON WITH THE DEADBEAT DADDIES

ot Purple Energy – with a focus on the “Energy”— provides its locally recognized All-Stars band to perform for the May 16th Annual VIP Gala, “Build a Pathway Out of Poverty.” The Deadbeat Daddies have joined the AllStar line-up and will perform at this first public event taking place at Ritz Carlton to support United Way’s mission of improving lives by mobilizing the caring power of the community to address health and human care needs. The Deadbeat Daddies are recognized for a unique mix of swing, jazz, jump blues and rock featuring an incredibly upbeat tempo. Phil Maag, the lead singer and rhythm guitar player, fronts the band with superb vocals while Patrick Sakamoto handles the lead guitar and backing vocals. Aaron Mercado handles the sax and backing vocals and Sheridan Lundy plays the upright bass. The Hot Purple Energy All-Stars – a rotation of supporting bands and musicians – keep a full schedule, donating time and talent to various non-profit causes across the valley. The band uses no electricity and is run by the HPE “solarator,” a quiet, solar

powered portable generator, complete with solar panels. “We are thrilled to be a part of this evening shortly following the highly anticipated opening of the Ritz,” said CEO Nate Otto. “United Way’s cause is an important one for our community and we are excited to donate the energetic entertainment for this special and important event for the organization.” Throughout the year, HPE has donated more than $15,000 worth of entertainment to local charities and events including providing the All-Star band for the Palm Canyon Theater, The Living Desert’s Brew at the Zoo, Desert Contractors Association, Mizell Senior Center, Palm Springs Animal Shelter, Rancho Mirage Women’s Club, Desert Sampler, and the Desert Woman’s Show, to name a few. Hot Purple Energy is more than just a leader in providing alternative energy in the form of commercial and residential solar installations. They are advocates for sustainable living, involved community partners, and dedicated to making the progression to alternative energy interesting and fun.

Giving back to the local community is part of the company’s culture and mission – but they do so with a twist. Through its involvement with local organizations, Hot Purple Energy (HPE) demonstrates that one can have an entertaining lifestyle and still be sustainable. HPE has created a niche in the marketplace with its eclectic company persona, and has become known for raising energy use awareness in new, exciting,

but unfortunately those also became victims of vandalism. Tom O’Donnell was one of Palm Springs most revered citizens, donating his efforts to the desert city that he loved with his wealth and his heart. I have had the occasion to go up to the wall many years ago; it is as mysterious in person as it is from afar (massive steel gates forbid entrance now). Perhaps it was because I didn’t know the wall’s story at the time, and the energy I felt was derived from my imagination, but I definitely felt a presence. It is after all very possible that the energy I felt was real and from O’Donnell’s sincere love for Palm Springs, still loving it from beyond….still having his eye on the desert. For more information about Tom O’Donnell visit pshistoricalsociety.org

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and different ways. As a comprehensive energy solutions company, HPE is available for complimentary consultations for an energy efficiency overview, providing recommendations and solutions for shortand long-term energy use. The company is revered for designing tailored solutions to meet the needs cost effectively for homes and businesses. For more information about HPE, please visit www.hotpurpleenergy. com or call (760) 322-4433.

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by Eleni P. Austin

ALOE BLACC

n 2010, HBO premiered a half-hour comedy series called “How To Make It In America.” The title made it sound like an earnest immigrant saga. In reality, it was a show about Ben Epstein and Cam Calderon, two young and talented hustlers trying to make it in the New York fashion scene. Kind of a hip, NYC cousin to “Entourage,” it was funny, cutting edge and obviously fashion-forward. But the best thing about the show was the theme song, “I Need A Dollar,” which introduced the masses to Aloe Blacc. Gritty and soulful, it sounded like the best Bill Withers/Curtis Mayfield collaboration you never heard. Aloe Blacc was born Egbert Nathaniel Hawkins III in 1979. His parents came from Panama, but Blacc grew up deep behind the Orange curtain in Laguna Hills, California. He began learning the trumpet in grammar school. Early exposure to RUN DMC cemented his interest in music. In high school Blacc and his friend, DJ Exile created the rap duo Emanon, (“No name” spelled backwards), inspired by a Dizzy Gillespie song. As a straight A student, Blacc won a scholarship to USC where he majored in Communications and Linguistics. Following college, he worked for financial consultants Ernst & Young. But his passion for music could not be denied. In 2003, Blacc left the corporate world to pursue a career in music. He changed his name to Aloe, (because he is “smooth as lotion”) and distanced himself from Hip-Hop. The socially conscious Rap that had inspired him, like De La Soul and A Tribe Called Quest, had been supplanted by beats and rhymes that simply glorified violence and misogyny. After recording a couple of EPs, Blacc was signed to the influential Stones Throw Records. The L.A. label is home to Rap visionaries, J Dilla, Madlib and MF Doom. His long-playing debut, Shine Through, arrived in 2006. But it was his 2010 sophomore effort,

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Good Things that put Aloe Blacc on the map. Along with “I Need A Dollar,” this warm and soulful album included the upbeat “Green Lights,” the bittersweet “Miss Fortune,” and a surprisingly passionate cover of the Velvet Underground’s “Femme Fatale.” In 2013, Blacc provided lead vocals and co-wrote “Wake Me Up” with Swedish DJ, Avicii. The song saturated the airwaves and dance clubs, reaching #1 in 22 countries. Unfortunately, Avicii (ne’ Tim Bergling), rarely acknowledging Blacc’s collaboration, making it seem as though Blacc was merely a featured vocalist. Blacc is back, front and center on his third record (his first for major label, Interscope), entitled “Lift Your Spirits.” The album kicks off with the one-two punch of “The Man,”

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and “Love Is The Answer.” The opening track, “The Man” swaggers with self-confidence. Built around the infectious “you can tell everybody” refrain (nicked, with permission from Elton John’s “Your Song”), the melody is a majestic, and Gospel-inflected. Blacc is boastful, but never arrogant. Co-written with superstar-producer, (and dapper haberdasher) Pharrell Williams, “Love Is The Answer” is anchored by killer bass lines, (that recall Queen’s “Another One The Bites The Dust”) insistent handclaps, and a buttery horn section. Along with Blacc’s fiery vocals all of the above divert attention from the trite sentiments of the lyrics. As likable as Lift Your Spirits is, there are a couple of truly awful tracks here. In Avicii’s hands, “Wake Me Up” felt unctuous and cloying. Blacc’s version is more organic and acoustic, with jangly guitar and gospel-y piano. Unfortunately, even the spare arrangement can’t deflect from the jejune and generic lyrics. “Here Today” sports an interesting

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By rebecca pikus

OF THE SHADOWS ALEXANDER KOLESZAR OUT

see-saw rhythm and bright piano chords that thread through the melody. But that cannot camouflage the clichéd “count your blessings” sentiments…“Been from five star hotels to cockroach motels, and Rodeo Drive retail to thrift store resale/ We ain’t promised tomorrow, so I’m going to live for today.” Each affirmation is punctuated by a hey, whoa or yeah. Yuck “Can You Do This,” “Chasing” and “Ticking Bomb,” all feel like missed opportunities. “Can You Do This” is a thrilling Jackie Wilson/James Brown pastiche, wedding a swivel-hipped melody to sinewy guitar. But the song suffers from instrumental overload and Blacc’s manic vocal delivery. “Chasing” echoes the smoky smoothness of Sam Cooke and Marvin Gaye. Had Blacc kept it simple with fluttery guitar fills the song would be irresistible. Unfortunately, an overly busy arrangement, coupled with slightly misogynist lyrics painting women as gold diggers diminishes the delight. Finally, the war-cry melody of “Ticking Bomb” sounds like an unlikely mash-up of the Temptations’ “Papa Was A Rolling Stone” and Paul Revere & The Raiders’ “Indian Reservation (Cherokee People).” But the lyrics fall flat. The good news is the album’s three remaining songs, “The Hand Is Quicker,” “Red Velvet Seat” and “Owe It All,” kind of make up for the mis-steps. “The Hand… pivots on a stompy rhythm, syncopated horns and funkified guitar. Blacc’s vocal delivery dominates as he calls an unfaithful lover to task…”You used to call me sweetheart, you used to hold my head/ You’ll get what’s coming to you, I’ll get my sweet revenge.” Blacc takes the opposite tack on “Red Velvet Seat. “ A sweet and seductive slow jam, his velvety flow is cushioned by plinky guitar licks, fluttery piano and a fingersnapping groove. The album closes with “Owe It All.” Over a breezy melody, the lyrics offer sanctified praise to a mother’s unconditional love. Lift Your Spirit isn’t as persuasive as Good Things, but chalk that up to growing pains. It’s obvious that Aloe Blacc has plenty of talent and ambition. Hopefully on the next album he will drop the gimmicks and just let his old soul shine through.

lexander Koleszar is indeed a commanding figure -- his intense artist’s gaze is softened by his friendly, generous smile. He is a painter in the tradition of Dali & Magrite. Alexander (Alex) grew up in Michigan where early on he showed a great talent and passion for painting. He completed 30 oil canvases from age 11 through 14, & his art was exhibited at Birmingham Michigan’s City Hall when he was in the 7th grade. But as children can sometimes be cruel, Alex was taunted for his creativity & began to mask his interest in painting to avoid further negative attention. 20 years later, in the midst of the AIDS epidemic, Koleszar witnessed most of his friends at the time become ill and die. He found himself at a personal crisis point in his own life -- and as part of his physical and emotional recovery, he made a personal commitment to rededicate himself to his lost passion of working as an artist. In his first year of returning back to painting, Alex concentrated on works that reflected the AIDS crisis surrounding him & claiming so many of his friends’ lives. One of his paintings came to the attention of a curator at the Los Angeles County Museum. In 1992 the curator displayed Alex’s work in observance of “A Week Without Art” starting on Dec. 1 - World AIDS Day. The painting, “Returning Home” was one of only two works of art selected for that event. In spite of the quick recognition of Koleszar’s talent, he made the decision in 1994 to become firmly grounded in classical painting & drawing techniques. He studied with a classical painting tutor, Dutch-born L.A. artist Deny Ponty and a classical drawing tutor, Margaret Caldwell. Alex proceeded to continue painting to build up a cohesive body of work. From 1996-1999 he was again invited to exhibit artwork at the Los Angeles County Museum’s Art Rental & Sales Gallery. He was tagged as a “New & Emerging Artist” and was invited to participate in a Biennale in Florence, Italy. Alex began to have collectors from across the United States and Europe.

Koleszar is by no means timid to deal with critical issues. In addition to his 9/11 painting, his portfolio contains works of art in response to the Enron scandal (“The Great Leveler”) and the rush to war during the Bush Administration (“Bosch Americana”). He has created art in response to potential motives for war (“The Point of War”) and art regarding key issues of addiction & recovery (“Ceci N”est Pas Une Pipe” and “The Committee”). In 1999, Alex’s path as an artist was again disrupted while he tended to the needs of the person he had loved for over 18 years -- Dr. Scott Hitt, renowned AIDS czar under President Clinton. Alex’s ability to focus on his art was severely impacted, but in spite of the emotional challenges, Alex continued again to create his powerful paintings. Unfortunately his partner of 26 years at that point, succumbed to his illness. After a very dark and painful mourning period, Alex decided to move from Los Angeles to Palm Springs, Ca, Alex has come out from the shadows of his past, to share with the world his love & passion for Art, Science, & Politics. Alex has flourished here in our beautiful Palm Springs & desert area, and we are incredibly fortunate to have him here among us! “I consider myself to be an abstract painter; more than Vermeer, yet less than Pollock on any given day. We are all abstract artists. The only realist artist is nature itself....” Alexander Koleszar’s paintings can be seen at Archangel Gallery, 1103 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, Ca 92262, tel (760) 3204795. Alex’s work can also be viewed on his website: www.Ajkart.com. Alex’s telephone (310) 625-5930

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by Janet McAfee

Shane’s War Comes to the Coachella Valley!

hane’s War is heading out to the Coachella Valley Animal Campus the week of May 19 through May 24. This public shelter, operated by Riverside County Department of Animal Services, is tucked away on the north side of the 10 freeway in an industrial section of Thousand Palms with little traffic. The facility houses stray and unwanted cats and dogs from every city in our Valley (except for Palm Springs which has its own shelter). Shane’s War, inspired by a beautiful abused dog named Hope, is an effort to place a spotlight on all the wonderful rescue animals needing homes. This is your chance to meet other animal lovers, and visit with the terrific animals at YOUR county shelter. What is a Shane’s War PARDON? It is a week-long adoption event hosted by Shane and Janet Smith for a public shelter, the media, local politicians, animal welfare organizations, and local citizens to put aside all their differences and unite to help the animals. The director of the municipal shelter signs an agreement that no animal will be euthanized during that time. The word PARDON is used not to imply the animals did anything wrong. Their only “crime”

lovely Luna Meet the fabulous cats and kittens available for adoption at the Coachella Valley Animal Campus, 72-050 Pet Land Place, Thousand Palms. Lovely Luna will be there to greet you with a loving purr, she’s cat ID# A1103135. Their special adoption rate is $15. Call (760) 343-3644.

is that they do not have a home. The pardon saves those who would have been euthanized during that week, gives them more exposure, and the opportunity to be adopted by a private party or rescued by an animal welfare organization. How did this couple get started with the shelter pardon effort? Shane Smith is a guitarist for St. Citra Chamber rock n’ roll band. Janet Smith volunteered for a rescue group in Macon, Georgia where the couple resides. One day they spotted an emaciated dog with a wire wrapped around her neck sitting at the back of her kennel at a shelter. They did everything possible to save Hope, and she had 19 days of loving care before she succumbed to her injuries. The person who abused her was prosecuted. Shane and Janet always loved animals, but experiencing Hope’s forgiving and sweet spirit, changed their lives forever. Shane and Janet went to another shelter to get another rescue dog. They were shocked to see hundreds of dogs and cats languishing there, and were heartbroken to learn few people went to the shelter to adopt an animal. Shane couldn’t get the picture of all the

beautiful animals out of his mind, and came up with the idea of a “pardon”. He returned to the shelter to propose they do this, and was told there was no way the shelter director would ever agree. Shortly thereafter, Shane saw on the local news that the animal shelter director was fired. He returned to the shelter and reminded the kennel supervisor, “Remember you told me that you would sign a pardon if you were ever in charge!” That was the beginning of Shane’s War, and after a week of intense media coverage, the shelter kennels were miraculously empty from adoptions. Shane is pictured here with Olive, one of the grateful shelter dogs who found a loving home. What began as a tragic story about an abused dog name Hope is now the inspiration for Shane & Janet Smith to travel throughout the country to rescue abused, neglected and unwanted animals in shelters. Even though Hope crossed over the Rainbow Bridge after just 19 days with the Smiths, she has touched more souls than thought “humanly” possible. The Smiths have now hosted 12 Pardons at shelters throughout the country, and many more are scheduled. What brought Shane’s War to the Coachella Valley? Local animal advocate Cindy Sorenson met the Smiths when they did a pardon week at the nearby San Bernardino City Shelter. Cindy asked them to come out to our Riverside county shelter in Thousand Palms. Shortly thereafter, Shane received a phone call from Robert Miller,

Adorable Terrier

Aye Chihuahua

Fabulous & friendly, this girl got a new spiked hairdo for her meet & greet with you! This 1-yr-old love bug weighs just 8 lbs. She is dog ID#A1106193, at the Coachella Valley Animal Campus, 72-050 Pet Land Place, Thousand Palms, call (760) 343-3644.

This tiny 4-lb fellow is a cute as a bug! He’s a long haired 1-yr-old Chihuahua weighing just 4 lbs. Dog ID#A1106216 at the Coachella Valley Animal Campus, 72-050 Pet Land Place, Thousand Palms, call (760) 343-3644.

director of Riverside County Department of Animal Services, and an agreement was quickly made for Shane’s War to come here May 19 through May 24. Drop by the Coachella Valley Animal Campus and meet Shane and Janet Smith. Bring your family members and friends to meet some of the animals at this fun and uplifting event. These animals are part of our community, and YOU can help solve the problem of their homelessness. Shane and Janet will be there interacting with the animals, and along with the staff, they can help you select that perfect pet. Meet and network with other animal lovers. There will be lots of media coverage, and you never know what celebrities might drop by. Shane modestly explains, “It’s not about this couple coming to town. We’re just simple people. It’s going to take a big team that includes the entire community to pull together. People will connect during our event. We’ve had new rescue organizations form during our pardons. Everyone in the Coachella Valley needs to be part of the solution.” I personally know the staff at the shelter, and they are dedicated to getting homes for these animals. Now it’s time for our citizens to step up, visit the shelter, and learn how they can solve our homeless pet problem. The Coachella Valley Animal Campus is located at 72-050 Pet Land Place in Thousand Palms. You can call them at (760) 343-3644, and view their adoptable animals at www.rcdas.org. Take the Bob Hope exit from the 10 freeway and head north (away from the Aqua Caliente Casino). The shelter is open Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri, and Sat 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Thursday hours are 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Need help getting to the shelter? On Wednesday, May 21, Loving All Animals will drive you there in our doggie decorated limousine...space limited so call now for reservations (760) 834-7000. To learn more about this remarkable effort for animals, go to www.pawsforhopeandfaith. org and “Like” their Facebook page “Shane’s War Coming to Coachella”. Hugs and wags to everyone! jmcafee7@verizon.net

May 15 to May 21, 2014

by Rick Riozza

Organic Wine Exchange

n theological circles, the debate still rages on whether sinful man has the honest free will to choose to love a Holy God—or is it God who does the choosing first. On a much lighter note, there is no question that we have free-volition to decide or not, what wine to drink tonight: one made with organically grown grapes or not. But of course, what was I thinking. Actually, I was thinking of meeting Annie Arnold, owner of the Organic Wine Exchange, over at some Mexican restaurant to celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a Marguerita or a Michelada. Instead, we met up over at the Palm Greens Café which is a well-loved eatery known for their organic cuisine and great veggie fare. The menu there looks terrific! We laughed about making it a very healthy Cinco de Mayo—we’d take a raincheck on Mexican stuff at a later date—and then quickly decided to enjoy a delightful Sauvignon Blanc from Chile. The wine was quite delicious and was a perfect thirst quencher for the hot day. And, it was made from organically grown grapes. No pesticides, insecticides, nor fungicides nor other toxic stuff would be interfering with our quaffing. Call if a quiet conundrum, if you will, where so many foodies, vegans, and intelligent healthy eaters simply disregard and/or neglect the same well-being standards from their beverage, especially wine. The last time I was up in the modish Marin County, I was invited to a lovely patio dinner party. The hosts were absolutely gracious and they were very proud to causally (and to continue to) inform us guests that everything in this banquet was organically grown and sustainably raised. No pesticides and no growth hormones here! And just as impressive—as would any upstanding Marin resident provide—was the wonderful array of Napa and Sonoma county wines available for our meal. Without any agenda on my part—just simple conversation, I causally asked the hosts if, also, the wine on the table was made with

organically grown grapes. If looks could kill! And I guess that meant—“no”. But it sure took the immodest wind out of their sails. You could see it throughout the dinner—and hey, I felt bad too for bringing it up—so I laid it on thick with how tasty the wine was. But the reason they felt a little guilty was that they apparently knew that wine grapes are often and continually the victims of pesticide and insecticide spraying—the bad stuff that tags along in the wine making progress. But they conveniently and rather paradoxically let that info go from their minds and just focus on produce and meats. What this confirms, is that “Beverages are off the radar when it comes to organics,” says Annie. “The beverage industry is definitely forgotten … people aren’t concentrating on it.” Annie Arnold took her family’s wine and liquor store online in 2010, where she set her focus on organic wines to establish a mark in the wine trade and to become the herald for healthy and intelligent wine consumption. In creating this niche, most of the wineries that Arnold represents has a natural element to them, with many of them pursuing more sustainable and organic practices. One of the predominant roles that Organic Wine Exchange participates in is education. “That’s why “exchange” is in the title of the company. We have a really important exchange of ideas, attitudes and

facts surrounding this huge and important issue of healthy consumption. Just like all the information that was finally disseminated on organic and sustainable foods & farming helped to fuel the food revolution, Annie is looking to the Organic Wine Exchange efforts to help educate consumers and stimulate the “organics” conversation in the wine industry. For Arnold, it’s about making an intelligent choice. As I’ve written in articles before, the subject of organic wines is huge. It is no longer the wine topic of the future—it is now and forever. You know, organic wine was forever back in the day. In Biblical times, in the Middle Ages, and for so long in wine consumption history, man has been enjoying natural biodynamic wine. Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson loved their French organic wines. But as “progress” would have it, “better life through chemistry” became the slogan and it was no secret that many farmers and vintners use pesticides, herbicides or fungicides to rid their farms of pests, mold and other unwanted problems. In my discussion with wine lovers, they are all up with the idea of “organic wine” but

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they seem to treat them as another type of varietal on the market. They will now add “Organic Wine” to their mental list of wines to know, such as Chardonnay, Syrah, Merlot, Pinot Grigio and the like. They have yet to have the mindset that every varietal on earth can be organically grown. For those who already eat organically, you might want to try going organic with your wine, however, current wine labeling laws make it difficult to determine the wine’s contents. There are a lot of terms out there: natural wine, biodynamic, sustainablyproduced, and of course, organic. At the Organic Wine Exchange, Annie is able to offer hundreds of wines to consumers and give them the resources they want to learn more about the organic wine industry. OrganicWineExhange.com, 949.945.7083 We’ll continue to discuss “organics” in upcoming articles—so stay tuned. Look for some of Annie’s selection of wine in the Organic Wine section at Go Deli Market in Palm Springs. And you’ll find many of her wines on the menu at Copleys, Dish, Johannes, 3rd Corner Bistro, Lulu & Aqua Pazza, Si Bon as well as many other fine eateries. Cheers!

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May 15 to May 21, 2014

By Raymond Bill

Giuseppe’s

ith the hot summer rapidly approaching, many of my favorite restaurants will be closing or limiting their hours of operation. There are a few places that will not only be open through the off season, but will also flourish. One particular restaurant that caters to locals and tourists alike, offering high quality Italian cuisine at a casual price, is Giuseppe’s Pizza and Pasta in Palm Springs. This cozy eatery features true Chicago style comfort food that will leave you craving more! On a recent visit, I was able to try a few different menu items and I was not disappointed. A few close friends have been raving about Giuseppe’s for a couple years now and I was very skeptical that one could find authentic Chicago Style pizza here in the desert. I considered this a challenge. My date and I would arrive at prime time to find a full restaurant, with the aromas of garlic

and herbs in the air. I was in heaven. We were seated inside to admire the framed pictures of scenic Chicago hanging on the walls. We were promptly greeted by our server and offered a beverage. Giuseppe’s offers a full bar with specialty cocktails, like the delicious Moscow Mule I enjoyed, as well as a very reasonably priced wine list. We took our time with our drinks before sharing a few appetizers. The Calamari is crispy and surprisingly tender for such big pieces. One appetizer

that stood out was the Bruschetta. Unlike the ever familiar yet traditional approach of topping bread with tomatoes, garlic and herbs, this dish was prepared in a bowl and served with slices of a thin pita bread. The tomatoes were sweet yet savory with roasted garlic and a chiffonade of basil. Delicious! We followed our appetizers with small dinner salads. The Caesar was perfect and the house salad was complete with julienned beets, garbanzo beans and red onion. We were filling up but I had to try the pizza and pasta. Our eyes widened as our entrees were placed before us. Eggplant Parmesan and Chicken Picatta, both with spaghetti and vegetables, were our selections. The Eggplant was incredible! Cheesy, melty goodness! The chicken was very tender and the picatta sauce was delicate with just a touch of lemon. We would also taste a couple pastas including the Bolognese with large chunks of ground meat in a tomato sauce. The Tiger Shrimp Scampi was rich with flavor and had just the right amount of spice in it. The entrees were not only delicious but the prices are half of what you would expect at a fine Italian restaurant.

Who needs a white table cloth anyway? But wait! What about the pizza? Well although we were full, we ordered a small pie to try and then take with us. Topped with Italian sausage, this pizza was spot on! My girlfriend felt like she was back in Chicago from the first bite! The food and service were both deserving of two thumbs up! We finished our meal by sharing an order of Tiramisu, and it was quite impressive! Creamy and sweet, this dessert alone is worth the trip. Giuseppe’s is the sister property of Bar and the new Smoketree Supper Club (which I will be visiting very soon) as they share the same owner. Giuseppe’s is located in the Smoketree shopping center at Palm Canyon and Sunrise. Open for lunch and dinner, this will be your new favorite spot for true Chicago style Italian favorites! Check out their menu at www.giuseppesps.com

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Movie Reviews with Robin E. Simmons

KING OF BEASTS, TASTY TREATS & A DARK DRIVE GODZILLA

In 1954 King Kaiju first stomped his way into our collective cinematic consciousness. Sixty years and 28 incarnations later, Gareth Edwards and Legendary Pictures deliver an origin story that incorporates a contemporary sensitivity with cutting edge technology that does not betray all that has gone before with the mighty Gojira. Simply put, this GODZILLA is spectacular and satisfying. As stunning as it is, it has soul. It’s rare when a movie’s trailers and posters create unwieldy expectations that are in fact exceeded by experiencing the film itself. From the eye-popping opening to the unforgettable finale, this monster movie -- though not message-laden -- dabbles with some big concerns, notably nuclear power and environmental collapse. With all the spectacle, we remain rooted in the real world with an emphasis on human

emotions. I was surprised at the attention to the character arcs of the human characters and really enjoyed Bryan Cranston’s hypedup Joe Brody, a nuclear facility worker who realizes the recently uncovered monsters crave radioactive energy. There’s a nice moment with Joe and Sandra Brody (Cranston and Juliette Binoche). The significant cast includes Bryan Cranston, Elizabeth Olsen, Ken Watanabe, David Strathairn, Juliette Binoche and Sally Hawkins. They are all fine, but the character who gets the most screen time and with whom we identify is Aaron Taylor-Johnson as the Brody’s adult son after a 15 year jump from the opening scene. I’m not going to recount the plot here, but in many ways it reflects the serious and rather grim structure of the 1954 film (now available in a restored version from Rialto). There’s a lot of cinematic foreplay in the first half before the big action, but know that when the monsters finally wreak havoc and do battle, you will get your money’s worth. The 3D version was formatted in post-production and looks good but the extra dimension is not necessary. However, the deep bass rumble of the beasts’ roar will rattle your solar plexus in either version! The sound mix is terrific. This apocalyptic story plays with movie myths as much as it does religion and belief. There’s a lot we don’t know and a lot to fear regarding the future. We go to movies to not only be thrilled but to safely face those fears. Whether you notice or not, visual metaphors are the lifeblood of big summer tent pole films. After all, Godzilla is part Savior and Destroyer. Now playing at Cinemas Palme d’Or. LOCKE Thom Hardy is a marvel in this suspenseful, dramatic one-man show! Writer-director Stephen Knight has fashioned a clever story about a man making crucial a night drive from Birmingham to London. The movie unfolds in real time and the always-compelling Hardy -- a master of tiny gestures, expressions and inflections

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-- is the only face on screen. Hardy is Ivan Locke who must make important, difficult, decisions on the most important night of his professional and personal life. His whole world is at stake -- his job, his marriage and family and perhaps his very soul. Other voices participate in the drama as he drives and chats -- using a soft Welsh accent -- on his car phone. The movie was a technical and creative challenge. It was rehearsed for a week and shot over five days, from beginning to end, three times a night for five nights. Multiple cameras were set up inside and on the car and the other actors participated via phone from a hotel room. The cameras were operated remotely. The final results were edited into a thrilling drama that may not sound engaging but is in fact absolutely riveting. Don’t miss this one. Now playing at Cinemas Palme d’Or. CHEF If memory serves, Jon Favreau’s last directorial effort was COWBOYS & ALIENS, the cleverly titled but commercial and critical big-budget fail from the summer of 2011. With his new film, the low budget, indie produced CHEF, he’s returned to his small film roots with a zesty, feel-good movie in which he plays Carl Casper, a chef at a trendy eatery who loses his job and reclaims his life via a food truck and its Cuban menu. The great cast, besides Favreau, includes Sofia Vergara, John Leguizamo, Dustin Hoffman, Oliver Platt, Scarlett Johansson and Robert Downey, Jr. Most have brief but memorable moments. The Latin flavored score is a perfect match for multitudinous, mouth watering on screen food preparations. There’s something about seeing succulent dishes served on the big screen that creates not only a visceral reaction, but also a lot of good will in the audience. The movie’s a tad long and if you think about it too much, there are a number of unanswered questions and vague plot holes, but so what? It’s a charming film with a terrific Latin flavored

score. The underlying theme is about how doing what you have a passion for can save your life. The last third of the film finally gets on the road and serves Tweet alerted customers, thanks to Carl’s semi estranged young son along for the ride, from Miami, through New Orleans, Austin to Venice, California and a happy ending. Now playing at Cinemas Palme d’Or. NEW FOR THE HOME THEATER: HER

Part cautionary fable, part love story, and part sci-fi fantasy, Spike Jonze’s decidedly quirky comedy is about a lonely misfit (Joaquin Phoenix) who falls in love with his smart phone’s operating system voiced by Scarlet Johansson. It’s funny, sad and scary with the notable addition of odd, high wasted wardrobe for Phoenix. No doubt his first use of Apple’s Siri was an inspiration for Jonze when writing the screenplay. But the deeper theme seems to be that our desire to connect in our hi-tech age, can in fact separates us. Or as Alexander Graham Bell said in the first phone conversation, “What hath God wrought.” Nice production design hints at a sterile but bright future (it was partly filmed in Shanghai). The disc has a trio of interesting featurettes. Warner Bros. Blu-ray. Correction: Last week’s column incorrectly identified MALEFICENT as not from Disney. It is indeed a dark, atypical Disney film. robinesimmons@aol.com

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Conflict of Interest W

ith over 37 million people in the state, California is a melting pot of characters each living out a story. For author Kem Nunn, it is a rich environment that he has found irresistible in his work. In Nunn’s sixth novel, Chance (Scribner, 336 pages) the setting is San Francisco and in the moody, foggy city, one regular guy will redefine his narrative. Eldon Chance is a forensic neuropsychologist, MD, who has carved out a niche for himself as an expert witness. He spends his days evaluating patients who have suffered from violent crimes or terrible accidents. After a psychological trauma, it is Chance’s job to succinctly articulate his patient’s current state of mind. He does not treat the patients, only takes notes and makes recommendations for legal proceedings. Just an ordinary guy, Chance is in the middle of a crisis. His less than average wife finds him boring. She cheated on him with a personal trainer and filed for divorce. His teenage daughter blames him for the split and is angry that her life has been turned upside-down. If that were not enough, the IRS wants big money and he is forced to live

Chance By Kem Nunn fiction in a tiny shit-hole apartment. However, Chance does find comfort in his work. Everyday he sees the clients whose lives were destroyed by random accidents, criminal violence or abuse. At least he doesn’t have their crippling disabilities that are both mentally and physically debilitating. Hard pressed for money and living space, Chance decides to sell his replica antique French furniture set. The dealer, who will sell the desk and tables, suggests they can get twice as much if they claim it’s authentic. He introduces Chance to Big D, who can make the furniture look genuine.

Big D is a huge guy, ex-military and martial artist. He lives at the back of the antique shop as an all-purpose “fixer.” Chance assumes D has post-traumatic stress syndrome and likely several other problems as well. D keeps his place tidy and has a small collection of books. He is a quiet dude and pseudo philosopher. Chance recognizes he is the antithesis of Big D, which frightens and intrigues Chance. Jaclyn Blackstone, a beautiful and educated woman, comes to Chance for an evaluation. She believes she has a second personality, Jackie, who continues to have sex with her estranged husband – a jealous, corrupt, homicide detective who refuses to set her free. Poor Chance becomes infatuated with Jaclyn and finds himself in a clandestine sexually charged relationship with the married woman. Soon the husband threatens, and then blackmails Chance. Meanwhile the furniture sells for more than expected to a Russian gangster. Chance feels his world quickly spinning out of control and wants to set it straight again. But it’s too late. The seller and D won’t let him out of the deal. Chance shares his misconduct and the threats by the husband with D. D tells Chance to man-up and takes him on a walk where he witnesses D’s explosive violence on some Tenderloin muggers. With D’s help -- philosophical and physical -- Chance makes a plan to rid Jaclyn of her husband and hopefully her personality disorder. The husband only sees Chance as a ridiculous fellow, weak and cowardly and in way over his head. That may be true, but it doesn’t stop Chance from having the best sex of his life with “Jackie” the hot alter personality. Chance has crossed so many professional and moral lines that murdering the husband seems the logical next step. After all, the husband is a bad guy. Chance gets his opportunity to kill the husband. When the moment comes, all goes black. Finally, Chance himself has become a victim of violence, trauma and a serious brain injury. An evaluation of Chance by the

courts suggests he will never be the same. But this is okay with Chance. He likes the person he’s become. And when he returns to his practice, he intends to get even more “personally” involved. Chance is a meaty psychological thriller. San Francisco creates a perfect noir backdrop as characters lose self-control and behave badly. Dr. Chance, like many ordinary citizens, may have thought of himself as a regular, law-abiding guy who avoids drama at all cost, but turns out he indeed is corruptible and subject to bad choices. The read is captivating as the good doc loses his way. The story keeps the reader guessing and surprised. Chance is certainly not a noble protagonist and for most of the story he is unsympathetic. But the unlikely pairing of Chance and Big D energizes the story. The two men find something in the other that gives them strength and comfort. The dangerous D is a fascinating, damaged, character who sees the world differently than most. He believes those who intentionally do harm must pay a price and that violence is the great equalizer. Ultimately, Chance learns about himself –- how far he’ll go and just what he is capable of. For the first time, he accepts who he is. He learns that to feel alive one must take risks. At times, Nunn’s sentences can be challenging. The voice of the character is so internal, it sometimes requires another read to fully comprehend the meaning. The author successfully delves into the dark recesses of people where the inner conflict finally takes its toll. Rich or poor, everyone struggles to keep it together. Sometime we only get it right by chance.

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A Leisure Game of Golf: Desert Arc and The First Tee Tournament

hen most non-profits get together for a golf tournament, it’s to draw big crowds and raise big money. But on this perfect day in May, with temperatures in the low 70s and a cool breeze blowing over the ponds and putting greens of the Annenberg Retreat at Sunnylands, the tournament is simply for big fun. “Today is about sports and wellness,” said Tonya Chiu, For Your Independence instructor and participating coach with Desert Arc. “It’s about getting outdoors and being active.” Desert Arc is a non-profit organization serving mentally disabled adults by providing social services, life skills, vocational training and employment opportunities. This is the sixth annual Desert Arc – First Tee Golf Tournament matching Desert Arc clients and First Tee members. The First Tee is a non-profit that uses the game of golf to develop character and teach life-enhancing values to young people. Madelyn Gonzalez is from Indio and has been golfing with First Tee for five years.

She’s ten years old. She and her friend, Aiyanna Co are playing with six Desert Arc clients and their coaches. “It’s very special,” said Gonzalez. “I like thinking about the presidents who have played this course. It’s fun. The disabled players are hitting long shots and are getting better and better every hole.” Co lives in La Quinta and has been playing golf for four year with First Tee. She plays four times a week. Co is also ten years old and hopes to someday play golf professionally. “It’s an honor to play here,” said Co. “Everyone has a good time and I’ve learned that the disabled can have a passion for golf.” Behind the pink walls of the Annenberg 200 acre estate, 36 Desert Arc clients, their coaches and 18 First Tee players walked the course. Across the beautiful grounds, nine groups played Scramble golf using the nine-hole course as they pleased. Scramble makes the game fun to play because anything goes and everyone is a winner. On a putting green, Barbara Baillie, 50, waits her turn. She approached me and

introduced herself, offering her hand and shaking mine with a strong grip. “I’ve been playing golf for 25 years,” Baillie proudly said, getting confirmation of the years from her Desert Arc coach. “I started with Dennis Foster and watched golf on TV.” Baillie lives in Palm Desert and has been a Desert Arc client for 25 years. When it’s her turn, she takes the shared putter from the last player and with relaxed control, confidence and ease, hits the ball straight into the hole. Turns out, Baillie regularly plays golf in the Special Olympics and has participated in all six of the Desert Arc-First Tee Tournaments. This is the third time the tournament has been played at the Annenberg Retreat at Sunnylands. As part of their community outreach, the Annenberg foundation invited the tournament to the private course where world leaders and celebrities have played – most recently, President Obama. Desert Arc and First Tee were the first organization in the estate’s history to play on the private course. Only two other groups – veterans and police – have since played on the sprawling grounds. The golf course is mainly reserved for those staying at the Annenberg Retreat. Built in the 1960s, the estate was owned by Ambassador Walter Annenberg and his wife Leonore. After their death, they left the property intact to be used as a “Camp David West.” Its main focus is a place where the President of the United States and Secretary of State can bring together world leaders to promote peace and international agreement. The Annenbergs are entombed on the property. “I know this would make my grandmother so happy,” said Leonore Deshong, a trustee and member of the Annenberg Foundation Trust at Sunnylands. “This is what she envisioned the property be used for: To help people and government, anything that makes the world a better place.” Deshong’s mother, Diane, and brother, Howard, attend to the global events, while Deshong prefers the community outreach and programming. “My mom and brother do the high-level retreats, I do more community functions,” said Deshong. “I’m not into politicians. I think if you are going to use a foundation, it has to be a representation of everyone. Any group that can be helped, and to make a difference is what a foundation should be about. ” Since the grounds became part of the Foundation, the family no longer personally uses the estate. Once a year, the trustees have a retreat to consider events and make plans. Deshong lives in Los Angeles and came to Sunnylands to oversee the Desert Arc-First Tee Tournament. “The event is a good growing experience and this is a healing place,” said Deshong. “To help the children and to help the adults is very important to me.” Deshong gave credit

to all the people who made the event happen, grateful for all they do. She does not golf, but loves to watch people play the game. Deshong has fond memories of her grandparents playing the course. “We look forward to this event all year long,” said Mitch Blumberg, Deputy Executive Director of Desert Arc. “First Tee is a great organization. Kids volunteer and are matched with our clients. I love that part about the tournament. The kids are phenomenal.” This tournament has nothing to do with fundraising for the organization. The Italian Festival, held every November, is Desert Arc’s biggest fundraiser. Last year 6,000 people attended. Part of the Desert Arc program is finding jobs for their clients and Sunnylands has four Desert Arc placements - a landscape crew and a person in the visitor’s center. Marcos Mesa, Lenox Lopez and Ulisses Cervantes work with Henry Smith their Desert Arc Landscape Instructor. They have been working together as a team since 2011. They work five days a week, six hours a day. “It’s beautiful here,” said Cervantes. “It’s pretty cool. I like the peace and quiet. It’s a nice work environment.” The crew works both on the estate and on the 15-acre Sunnylands Visitor Center and Gardens. They like cutting grass and using the weed eater. They are given a task and enjoy getting the work done. The tournament included lunch and awards for the participants. Tall and skinny, Phillip Duval, 22 stood facing the flag, made a firm hit sending the ball directly at the hole only just missing it – a little too much speed. The group all cheered “Good job!” Duval has never played golf before. When I asked him what he thinks about golf and being on the course at Sunnylands, the Desert Arc client said with a smile, “It’s pretty good.”

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SPLASH HOUSE ANNOUNCES LINEUP FOR PALM SPINGS’ POOL & MUSIC WEEKEND RETURNING JUNE 13-15

Acts Include: Moby, Claude VonStroke, Tycho, Kaytranada, Toro y Moi, XXYYXX, Neon Indian, Les Sins, Poolside, Anna Lunoe, Bixel Boys, Sweater Beats, Justin Jay & more!

PLASH HOUSE, a Palm Springs Pool Festival, returns to the desert June 13-15, to usher in the summer season with some of the world’s coolest tastemakers. With live acts and DJ sets,SPLASH HOUSE will present some of the most cutting edge names in electronic music all aimed toward maximizing your poolside pleasure. SPLASH HOUSE returns to The Saguaro Hotel and will be taking over two new venues The Hard Rock Hotel Palm Springs and Hacienda Beach Club. From June 13th to the 15th leading Southern California promoters Goldenvoice and LED present a weekend of poolside entertainment across three stages sure to captivate a diverse array of dance music fans.

Underpinned by serious grooves, Splash House offers a totally unique musical retreat – think mountain sunsets, palm trees and jamming poolside to some of the world’s most innovative and dynamic electronic performers. SPLASH HOUSE offers attendees access to the three simultaneous pool parties by continually running shuttles between the venues. Opening June 13-15. Guests must be 21+. For more information, visit www. splashhouse.com or find us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Performing this year at SPLASH HOUSE: AC Slater MNDR (Live) Amtrac Moby (DJ set) Anna Lunoe Neon Indian (DJ set) Bag Raiders (DJ set) Penguin Prison (DJ set) Bixel Boys Plastic Plates Claude Von Stroke Poolside (DJ set) Giraffage Posso Jason Bentley Purity Ring (DJ set) Justin Jay RAC Kaytranada Sango Kygo Sweater Beats Lemaitre Toro y Moi (DJ set) Les Sins Treasure Fingers Little Boots (DJ set) Tycho (DJ set) MANIK XXYYXX About The Saguaro Palm Springs The Saguaro is a 245-room hotel located in Palm Springs, CA. Designed to reflect the

colorful vibrant spirit of the Southwest, The Saguaro Palm Springs is the second in an expanding collection of Saguaro hotels managed by Joie de Vivre Hotels. The bold Southwestern color palette is the work of renowned architects Peter Stamberg and Paul Aferiat, of New York-based Stamberg Aferiat Architecture, who have infused the property with hues that reflect the indigenous flowers of the Colorado Desert. The three-story structure, originally constructed in 1977, features an expansive pool located within a lush center courtyard, and Tinto, an innovative restaurant run by celebrity chef Jose Garces. Visit our website at: http://www. jdvhotels.com/hotels/california/riversidehotels/the-saguaro-palm-springs About Hard Rock Hotel Palm Springs Hard Rock Hotel Palm Springs is a luxury 163-room resort located in the heart of downtown Palm Springs, California. This

orget what you think you know about Palm Springs – Frank Sinatra impersonators, purple rinses, piano lounges – Hacienda Beach Club is set to usher in a new phase in the desert’s entertainment offerings. By day Hacienda Beach Club is a music driven desert lover’s paradise. Picture dancing to some of the world’s best DJs barefoot in a grassy palm tree shaded oasis.

But forget Vegas Bottle Service EDM Bros, Hacienda is all about mountain sunsets, and jamming poolside to some of electronic music’s freshest State of the art cabanas provide private retreats, bocce ball courts a playful aside, while after-dark outdoor firepits and illuminated fountains set the mood for nocturnal moments. Throughout it all revelers can indulge in an extensive cocktail menu, featuring over 75 tequila options, and fresh juices blended on property. A sunny vaulted ceiling patio and dining room complete with ceviche, crudo and made-to-order Bloody Mary

sustainable cuisine. Example menu items include Sea Bass Vera Cruzana with onion, garlic, jalapeños, olives; Braised Short Ribs with cilantro chimichurri, and chipotle chiles; Grilled Salmon with cilantro crema, cucumber escabeche and red chiles. Haceinda Beach Club was designed by the award-winning architect Chris Pardo, whose work is best encapsulated as simply modern. He was named one of Worldwide Architecture’s top 40 under 40 in 2011, was a commendation award winner from the American Institute of Architects, and has received numerous local awards in Seattle and Palm Springs, where his offices are based. www.haciendabeachclub.com raw bar, ushers you into the deliciously contrasting Day Of The Dead inspired interior of Hacienda. Whether you choose to dine, grab a drink at one of the three bars, hang in the lounge, or dance to a late-night DJ set, this Mexican Noire inspired interior makes it easy to while away an evening. Hacienda’s unique menu is overseen by Santa Fe’s Rob Wepplo. Dishes are cooked from scratch, and are inspired by New Mexico, California and the Slow Food ideals of local, seasonal, fresh and

beautiful, music-inspired hotel offers comfort, style, and sophistication in an atmosphere that is anything but uptight. Its location just two hours from Los Angeles makes it the perfect getaway, with yearround sunshine, a Rock Spa, shimmering pool with cabanas, plus fine dining and entertainment served up with a cool, laid back vibe. Hard Rock Hotel Palm Springs is owned by Kittridge Hotels & Resorts, LLC. For more information visit www. HRHPalmSprings.com, or find us on Facebook and Twitter. About Hacienda Hacienda Cantina & Beach Club is a stylish and upscale one of a kind Palm Springs food, drink, entertainment and swimming venue. By day we are a hip sun lovers paradise with an intimate desert inspired pool scene with outdoor bar, cabanas with bottle service and live DJ music. At night we are a chic restaurant, bar and lounge that synergistically combines to serve up fresh, organic and responsibly sourced high quality chef created Mexican Cuisine. All drinks are masterfully hand crafted with fresh juices and natural sweeteners. Late night the party continues in our posh Vegas style lounge or if you choose you can venture over to our DJ driven dance room. For cabana rentals or private parties, concierge@haciendacantina.com

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Hacienda Beach Club Debuts In Palm Springs Day Life Dancing Hits The Desert In Conjunction With LED and Goldenvoice

Summer Season Kicks Off On Memorial Day Hacienda Beach Club Host Splash House June 13-16

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Haddon Libby:It’s alllocal

May 15 to May 21, 2014

IRS Getting Aggressive on Gratuity Taxation

f you own or work at a business where tips are part of the compensation, know that you are increasingly likely to be audited by the IRS due to suspicions related to the underreporting of tip income. Penalties are significant. As one example, San Francisco restaurant Fior D’Italia paid a fine of $23,000 on top significant legal bills, past due payroll taxes and interest penalties while their employees also found themselves in trouble with the IRS for the underreporting of tip income. Many restaurants and their staffs do not have the resources to handle that type of

financial hit. When the IRS comes in and finds underreporting, they typically reach back three years in the assessment of taxes, fines and back interest. It is estimated that tax underpayments are more than $5 billion a year from restaurants, hotels, valets, hair salons, casinos, taxicabs, massage parlors and other tip receiving businesses. Moving forward, owners and management teams at all other tip receiving businesses are personally liable for not accurately tracking or fraudulently reporting tip income. As a general rule of thumb, the IRS expects 15% or more of tip income from the employees of most full service restaurants based on extensive and detailed surveys. Estimates are increasingly easy for the IRS as approximately one-third of restaurants and bars have voluntarily agreed to the Tip Rate Determination Agreement (TRDA). This means that those restaurants do spotchecks on all cash and credit payments received over an extended period of time in order to set the estimated tip rate on their businesses over the course of that year. In a place like the Coachella Valley where business is highly seasonal, a predetermined tip rate like this has the potential to cause an overpayment on taxes for the business and employees during periods of

the year when they can least afford it. For those who think that they can fool the IRS with tricks like 8% or 10% tip rates, think again. The Supreme Court has ruled that the IRS can estimate tip rates when suspicion of fraudulent underreporting exists. With onethird of restaurants voluntarily reporting, the IRS has a strong database from which to estimate expected tip income from any restaurant type. Payment processing specialist, CardFlex, has created and patented the only tip tracking system that is in full compliance with IRS standards. Termed TipCentral, their tip reporting system integrates into existing Point-of-Sale systems so that shift managers can quickly and simply cash-out servers and tip-out those who the servers share tips with. Employees receive all tips whether cash or credit immediately at the end of their shifts. Additionally, the employees are protected from audit risks or

the overpayment of taxes of their personal taxes because of tip-outs to others. At a cost of only pennies a transaction, business owners and their accountants love this service as it removes one of the messier and more difficult management aspects of the service industry. With information that is easily sorted, a manager or owner can differentiate good servers from poor servers or quickly identify servers who might not be truthfully reporting cash tips. TipCentral reduces cash management time and cash miscount losses while providing easy reconciliations, robust reporting and protection from the IRS with audit ready records. While employees might pay more taxes due to the elimination of fraudulent underreporting of income, they will receive higher social security and unemployment payments over time while having their earnings available to them at the end of every shift. For full disclosure, I have joined top Food & Beverage Industry professionals in the United States in rolling out this product. For more information on TipCentral, call 213.596.8399 or email info@winslowdrake. com.

Dale Gribow On The Law

WHY SHOULD I REQUEST AN ADMINISTRATIVE PER SE DMV HEARING ON A DUI?

DMV administrative per se hearing presumes a driver is per se under the influence if the DUI CHEMICAL RESULTS (PAS aka Preliminary Alcohol Screening or Blood), show the driver to be .08 or higher. Thus if you are stopped for a possible DUI, in order to save your California Driver’s License or driving privileges, you must request a DMV hearing within TEN (10) DAYS. You should also REQUEST A DMV IDENTIFICATION CARD at the same time as you will need some form of proof with a picture during this process! The 10 day time limit begins running from the issuance/arrest date on the Pink Order of Suspension/Temporary Driver’s License Endorsement: i.e. the Administrative Per Se form. This is true whether you have a California Driver’s License or an out of state driver’s license. The Administrative Per Se/ Order of Suspension/Temporary Driver’s License Endorsement is the 8 x 10 PINK DMV form PS360 (sometimes white) that the officer gave you when he/she took your license. It gives you the right to drive for 30 days before your right to drive in California is suspended for 4-5 months. This Pink Temporary Driver’s License Endorsement is good for only 30 days from the issue date. If the DMV hearing is requested within 10 days, your driving

privileges can be extended by requesting a STAY, which freezes the suspension. The suspension is thus delayed until the outcome of your DMV hearing in about 60 days. After requesting a stay, you receive a white piece of paper which is a Temporary Driver’s License via mail...and it will be sent to the address on your license. It is only valid for the time listed on the paper. Many clients do not realize that a DUI

creates 2 SEPARATE PROCEEDINGS that both must be addressed and not confused. One is the Court and the other is the DMV hearing. The outcome of one does not necessarily affect the other. When DMV suspends your license, it is for a four month period. If you ask for a restricted license, the suspension is for 5 months. Sometimes, we have clients who enter a plea in Court to something BEFORE the DMV hearing. Even though the court does not suspend your license as part of the plea, the court will notify DMV that the driver pled to a DUI or reckless etc., and that the driver is sentenced to attend a drinking driving program. That notification will trigger a letter from DMV in Sacramento called an Order of Suspension. The Order of Suspension is for 6 months. If the court orders you into a Drinking driving program, you will have to show them your California DMV Identification Card. Do not rely on a telephone call to DMV alone… let your lawyer make the request. It is well-known that when the DMV employee tells you, “You’ll be contacted later”, that something will go wrong. All drivers with a DUI should go to DMV and request ask a printout of their DMV driving record. You will need to show this to the Riverside County Drinking Driving Program if you are ordered to attend a DUI class.

DON’T DRINK AND DRIVE, CALL A TAXI… IT IS A LOT CHEAPER THAN HIRING ME! Dale Gribow has been “Rated” TOP LAWYER by Palm Springs Life Magazine from 2011-2015 and has a Superb AVVO Legal Rating by his fellow attorneys. Dale Gribow has been Man of the Year 7 times including the City of Palm Desert and the City of Hope and Dale Gribow Day has been declared 4 times. He is the only attorney appointed in December 2013 to the Coachella Valley Association of Government’s Public Safety Ad Hoc Blue Ribbon Committee addressing Drunk Driving. This group consists of the police chiefs from every city and the mayor of each city as well as the Sheriff of Riverside County and the head of the CHP and Border Patrol. In addition Gribow is the only attorney asked to be part of the Clinton Foundation’s Clinton Health Matters Committee addressing Drunk Driving. Gribow is also one of the founders of Shutdown Drunk Driving formed upon the death of his client who was recently killed by a drunk driver while jogging. If you have any questions regarding this column or ideas for future columns please contact Dale Gribow Attorney at Law at his NEW number 760 837 7500 and or his new email: dale@dalegribowlaw.com

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by Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna

No Stroke!

Smoking doubles the risk of stroke. It damages blood vessel walls, speeds up artery clogging, raises blood pressure and makes the heart work harder. Alcohol use has been linked to stroke in many studies. Drink only in moderation. Cholesterol is a fatty substance in blood that is made by the body. Many people with diabetes have health problems that are also stroke risk factors. A doctor and dietician can help manage diabetes. Excess weight strains the circulatory system. Exercise five times a week. Maintain a diet low in calories, salt, saturated and trans fats and cholesterol. For additional stroke information talk to your physician and visit: http://www.cdc. gov/stroke/stroke_awareness_month.htm Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna

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troke is the leading cause of serious, long-term disability in the United States. It is the third leading cause of death. Each year, approximately 795,000 people suffer a stroke. “However, studies show that up to 80 percent of strokes can be prevented by working with a healthcare professional to reduce personal risk says Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna.” May is National Stroke Prevention month and the following Stroke Prevention Guidelines will help you learn how you may be able to lower your risk for a first stroke. Talk to your Doctor about high blood pressure. High blood pressure is a major stroke risk factor if left untreated.

it’s your nickel

o everyone outside of the Coachella Valley, this area is known as Palm Springs. It doesn’t bother most visitors that we have townships all up and down the valley. At the heart of all the new excitement in the new Coachella Valley is resurgent Palm Springs which is currently enjoying a real boom in economic activity. Some of this shows signs of forming a more permanent base and real long term growth. This year had the largest Coachella Music Festival ever. Even spread over two weekends instead of one weekend seemed to make little or no difference on demand. Both weekends were enormously successful. Dinah Shore before that, and Stagecoach and White Party afterwards were all the biggest they’ve ever been. This past weekend promised to be the slowest in a series of five or six sell out weekends, but that wasn’t the case. The black tie at the O’Donnell Golf Course and the Gay Rodeo had the whole city a buzz again with restaurants and hotels as busy as ever. Several prominent weddings were also having events around town. People often forget that a wedding includes about 5 separate events. The showers, the rehearsal dinner, the civil ceremony, the religious one, the reception and other related events are all often booked at separate venues and that means more economic stimulus to the area as well. I have seen several bachelorette parties around town at booked restaurants seeing their girlfriends off into married life with a fantastic send-off party. What is also true is that the demographics of our population are spreading out. Formerly the domain of the elderly, retired, and snowbird vacation spot that split the city into a seasonal destination, the newer demographic is younger and hipper and reflects that groups of younger people pick the valley. This is especially true if they are choosing between a more expensive Sand Diego or Los Angeles. AirBnB picked Palm Springs as the third most popular destination in the US for

summer 2014. That’s amazing when you think that larger cities and places like Miami are competing for those visitors. UBER and other new businesses are making the valley cities all much more accessible as well. With the economy in general picking up, we may have a new boom in the Palm Springs area not seen for about ten years, and very welcome indeed. Everywhere from DHS to Coachella seems to be enjoying a piece of that better economic outlook, not so much from fantastic city management, but from being at the right place at the right time. Some of the best things happening here in the valley are run or backed by those who have come here from elsewhere to make their home in this welcome destination, and that is very good news indeed for everyone who makes this their home or their favorite vacation spot. Please send your questions and comments to: JohnPaulValdez@gmail.com

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Don’t Be

CLUELESS IN THE COACHELLA VALLEY

EVENT CALENDAR

e attended a very spiffy and sartorially special luncheon the other day at one of our splendid desert eateries known for its toque-worthy chef, as well as its people-watching gustatory groupies. The head-swirling at the tables was mind-boggling. We were there to watch the roll-out of a new fashion collection labeled Grayse, designed by Marie Gray, iconic cofounder/designer of the Southern California fashion house St. John, and daughter creative director/signature model Kelly. Luncheon fashion shows starring congenial models skirting tables, encouraging the touchy-feel of fabrics, and so on, is a common and successful marketing ploy all season at upscale (literally) restaurants hereabouts to women, who mostly, live, eat and breathe fashion. You know that’s true. And don’t tell us your mantra-musing come morning is “Got to dust that fichus soonest,” when we know it’s “What am I going wear today?” All our gal-pals looked easy-breezy and ate heartily as if they meant it. Herewith, more events that encourage a dress code that’s summer-easy, coolly-confident. Life is good.

Friday, May 16, 8pm. Leave it to La Quinta! Why? Because they have the summer all planned out for family togetherness with activities that fill the bill for fun and for FREE starting with no-charge screenings of box office hit movies at various parks around La town unreeling at 8pm or later depending on when the sun slips behind the mountains for best viewing of all the action on the silver screen. Movie-delicious snacks are available and don’t forget to tote blankets, lawn chairs, a pillow or two for snuggling. Here’s the movie marquee line-up: “The Nut Job ,” May 16, Monticello Park at Fred Waring Dr., and Jefferson St., “Captain America – First Avenger,” July 11, Fritz Burns Pool, Ave. 52 and Avenida Bermudas, “The Avengers,” July 25, Fritz Burns Pool, “Man of Steel,” August 6, Fritz Burns Pool, “The Amazing Spiderman,” August 22, Fritz Burns Pool. For additional information put the Community Services Department at 760-777-7090 on speed dial, or go to www. communityservices@la-quinta.org. Saturday, May 17, Cocktails, 6 p.m.; dinner, 7:15 p.m. A romantic tribute in the lengthening shadows of his Hopiinspired museum will be celebrated as the legacy of Coachella pioneer Cabot Yerxa at “An Evening at the Pueblo.” The gala is the eighth annual event and this year will

honor philanthropist/business leader Jim Casey, and community leader Lorraine Becker. Named to the National Register of Historic Places in 2012, the funds raised this evening will support the mission and its unique collection of historical artifacts, as well as the programs of Cabot’s Museum Foundation. Dress code? “Desert Chic,” including trendy flats recommended. Required? Only a joy for cultural education, a desire to salute historical significance and those who generously donate to its importance, stimulated by music for dancing, and a delicious dinner. Cabot’s Pueblo Museum, 67616 E. Desert View Drive, Desert Hot Springs. Tickets are $150, reservations required; limited seating is available. Sponsorships, $1,000-$10,000. For more info, call 760-329-7610, or go to www.cabotsmuseum.org.

Wednesday, May 21, 6pm. “I can’t explain it,” said Johnny Carson. He was talking about “Llyn Foulkes One Man Band, aka “The Most Famous Artist You’ve Never heard of.” Perhaps the biopic film that will be unspooled at the Palm Springs Art

May 15 to May 21, 2014

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Museum with Q & A and special personal appearances of artist Llyn Foulkes, directors Tamar Halpern and Chris Quilty will be able to elucidate and expand on Johnny’s mysterious statement. Starring in the film with Foulkes is the late at-a-loss-for-words talk show host Carson, late actor/artist Dennis Hopper, Paul Schimmel and George Herms. During the seven years chronicled in the film, artist and musician Llyn Foulkes uses hammers and saws to create, destroy, and recreate a pair of large-scale, threedimensional paintings, one that costs him his marriage, while trying to keep afloat in the fickle art market. The film reconstructs Foulkes’s uncompromising, see-saw career as he walked away from success. With music written and performed by Foulkes on “The Machine.” Emerging Collector’s Reception, 7:30 – 9pm with light supper and hosted bar, following the film. Ticket, $25. Purchase online or at Box Office, call 760-325-4490. Palm Springs Art Museum, 101 Museum Dr., Palm Springs.

Wednesday, May 21, 7pm. New York City not on your summer itinerary? Never mind, the award winning Cabaret Theatre West, now in its 5th season of performances to show-stopping applause, will take you across the country and back in time to the infamous Copacabana nightclub to be entertained by their production of a “At The Copa,” featuring familiar and new cast members, 40 fabulous songs from the heyday of the renowned and celebrated club and memories of Tony Bennett, Patti Page, Ella Fitzgerald, Frank “Ol’ Blue Eyes” Sinatra, and a ten-piece orchestra who know how to raise the rafters with music. Only 150 seats, so make reservations now. Seating tables of 8-10, with waiter service for dinner, cocktails, and at intermission. Group discounts, reservations, call Jane Treacy at 760-469-3366. Desert Willow Resort, 38-995 Desert Willow Dr., Palm Desert. For more info, call 760-346-0015, or www.desertwillow/cabaret. Sunday, May 25, 3pm. Another chance at romance as the Steinway Society of Riverside County present violinist Clayton Haslop and pianist John Robilette performing two romantic sonatas by Brahms, ending with a finale by Liszt, (Sigh.) Clayton Haslop joined the professional world of music as a teenager when he was invited by Sir Neville Mariner to join the 1st violin section of the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra. John

Robilette made his debut at the Kennedy Center in 1984. The Steinway Society is “Enhancing the Lives of Children Through Music Education” providing music classes in schools serving 20,000 each year. The allvolunteer 501 (C) (3) organization depends on donations at www.steinwayriverside.org or call 760-341-4130. General admission, $25. Student, $10. So Cal Piano, 74111 Hwy 111, Palm Desert.

Sunday, June 8, 4 – 6pm. ) Big night for Broadway! Big afternoon for Angel View! Toucan’s Tiki Lounge and Angel View will present the first annual pre-Tony Awards Party benefiting Angel View Outreach, a program providing free benefits and support to children living with disabilities. The party takes place before the live Tony’s telecast begins. “Last year, “Kinky Boots” garnered top awards for the best musical,” notes Walter Johnson, MD, president of Angel View. “The inspirational true story had a tagline that inspired us, ‘When you change your mind about someone, you can change your whole world.’ That’s so relevant for people who live with disabilities! Tickets are $35 to include a hosted bar, hors d’oeuvres, and entertainment; for $50, guests also get a walk down the runway and the chance to win the “Kinky Boots” trophy. Everyone is encouraged to decorate their highest heels, dress in “Kinky Boots” attire or desert casual. Each ticket includes a 20% coupon good from any Angel View Resale Store. Toucan’s Tiki Lounge, 2100 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. More info, call 760-320-2440 for tickets; 760- 413-3432 for sponsorships. “Don’t Be Clueless” wants to remind you that press releases for inclusion should be in to the Coachella Valley Weekly at least two weeks ahead of the scheduled event! Thanks!

May 15 to May 21, 2014

Health &Fitness

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by Personal Trainer Karen Creasey

Boredom-The Enemy to Good Health

Week of May 15

ften I have swimmers ask me what they can do to take the boredom out of a swim workout or any workout for that matter. Exercise boredom is not exclusive to swimming. Even the most eager and dedicated fitness enthusiast gets bored with exercise. It is common to find a workout niche and stay in it until boredom sets in. Many of us get comfortable in a particular workout routine and we become habitual with what it takes to accomplish the exercise and familiar with the way the workout makes us feel. Boredom however is the enemy to good health. It leads to workout slumps filled with lack of inspiration, poor excuses that keep us away from the pool or out of gym, low motivation, and sometimes the desire to quit exercise practice all together. Here’s a word of advice. Don’t quit. Instead, change it up. For a challenging swim workout keep your heart rate at around 80% of your max for as much of your workout as possible. To ensure you’re staying in the zone, stop every 15 laps or so and use the clock to count your pulse for six seconds; tack a zero onto the number to calculate your beats per minute (BPM).

Incorporate training tools into your swim workout. Use hand paddles, fins, a pull buoy, or a kick board to make it more fun. These tools assist in strength training and muscle toning, and correct positioning as well. Alter the pace of the swim workout. Add a sprint here and there. Nothing burns calories better than swimming fast. Try swimming four lengths easy, with a

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long stretch and a gentle pace and then two lengths fast with a vigorous kick and a powerful pull for instance. Or divide your workout into two or three segments swimming one or two fast laps at the end of each. Changing up a workout-routine is essential for not only our physical bodies, but also our mental state-of-mind. The more

we challenge our bodies to try new things, the further we get away from the exercise rut of boredom and the better we feel. For additional boredom reducing exercise tips call the Palm Desert Aquatic Center (760)565-7647 and talk to a trainer.

by Sarahyah Yisrael

Arts Charities Expand Board & Staff ”Where Dreams Come Alive!”

upport and Education for Local Music and Arts (S.E.L.M.A.) continues to see the value in promoting the growth of local non-profit organization, Futurenomic Resources (F.R.I.). F.R.I. is breaking down the barriers created by cultural/social economic status’ and the decrease of music and arts education. Through music and dance, F.R.I. has been “Making Dreams Come Alive” nationwide for almost ten years. Whether one desires to become musically trained, learn performance techniques or record a professional demo, F.R.I. has become the place to go for music production in the Coachella Valley. After a successful collaboration with Desert Hot Springs Mayor Sanchez, F.R.I. and S.E.L.M.A. will be offering arts classes and recording

services to all desert cities as soon as possible. Group and individual production sessions are available immediately at the Desert Hot Springs facility. F.R.I. recently welcomed new board members and staff to execute the vision. “We are proud have these (new) creative forces join the team,” says Adon Icon; the Artistic Director for F.R.I. Adon Icon has played a pivotal role in the creation of F.R.I. As a Record Producer, Singer, Philanthropist and the Founder/CEO of Pop Icon Records, Icon has continued to produce music for upcoming and industry artists since 1997 and is also credited for the creation of Southwest Bounce, a style of street edge pop music characterized with synthesizer-based, uptempo, bounce beats. Adon’s musical background is a tapestry of experience and talent for creating, orchestrating and finding “hit song” material, and has become the key to F.R.I.’s success. Gregory Watton has also joined the F.R.I. Advisory Board, assisting with booking shows and branding. As a platinum selling songwriter from Los Angeles, California, he has worked with the likes of Timbaland, One Republic, Justin Timberlake and Missy Elliot. Will Champlin also joins as one of the Top 3 Finalist of NBC’s THE VOICE Season 5,

along with Mr. Watton, who has cemented himself as a force to be reckoned with in the music industry. Watton has even teamed up with Mike Abrams at Klik Events to bring unforgettable music and arts opportunities to the Coachella Valley. Support and Education for Local Music and Arts and Futurenomic Resources also shines the Local Limelight on their newest member, Cornel Popa, who has joined the F.R.I./ and S.E.L.M.A. teams as a music equipment consultant and instructor (Pro Tools & Ableton certified). Popa is also a writer, producer, DJ, Mixing Engineer and Mastering Engineer. He graduated from Berkley College of Music in Boston, MA, which happens to be the #1 university in the nation for music education. With a Master’s degree in Music Production & Technology, Popa accommodates to any genre and style

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of music, although he has a current interest in Dubstep. Popa shares, “I use all the latest and greatest gear including Waves & UAD Plug-ins to mix and master.” “On behalf of F.R.I and the...(Support for Education of Local Music and Arts teams), all our amazing artists and our supportive community members, we would like to THANK YOU all for continuing to...(support local music and art)...(We are) all amazing in our own ways, and it is our privilege to cultivate and showcase Coachella Valley’s talent. Keep up the good work!” says Sarahyah Yisrael, S.E.L.M.A. Grows Chapter 2 President at College of the Desert, and F.R.I. Co-founder. For more info visit www.futurenomic.org. www.selmagrows.org

ARIES (March 21-April 19): When the path ahead divides in two, Aries, I am hoping you can work some magic that will allow you to take both ways at once. If you do master this riddle, if you can creatively figure out how to split yourself without doing any harm, I have a strong suspicion that the two paths will once again come together no later than August 1, possibly before. But due to a curious quirk in the laws of life, the two forks will never again converge if you follow just one of them now. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): I see you as having more in common with a marathon runner than a speed racer. Your best qualities tend to emerge when you’re committed to a process that takes a while to unfold. Learning to pace yourself is a crucial life lesson. That’s how you get attuned to your body’s signals and master the art of caring for your physical needs. That’s also how you come to understand that it’s important not to compare yourself constantly to the progress other people are making. Having said all that, Taurus, I want to recommend a temporary exception to the rule. Just for now, it may make sense for you to run fast for a short time. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): If you fling handfuls of zucchini seeds on the ground of a vacant lot today, you shouldn’t expect neat rows of ripe cucumbers to be growing in your backyard in a couple of weeks. Even if you fling zucchini seeds in your backyard today, you shouldn’t expect straight rows of cucumbers to be growing there by June 1. Let’s get even more precise here. If you carefully plant zucchini seeds in neat rows in your backyard today, you should not expect ripe cucumbers to sprout by August. But here’s the kicker: If you carefully plant cucumbers seeds in your backyard today, and weed them and water them as they grow, you can indeed expect ripe cucumbers by August. CANCER (June 21-July 22): “If we want the rewards of being loved,” says cartoonist Tim Kreider, “we have to submit to the mortifying ordeal of being known.” How are you doing with this trade-off, Cancerian? Being a Crab myself, I know we are sometimes inclined to hide who we really are. We have mixed feelings about becoming vulnerable and available enough to be fully known by others. We might even choose to live without the love we crave so as to prop up the illusion of strength that comes from being mysterious, from concealing our depths. The coming weeks will be a good time for you to revisit this conundrum. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): There’s a piece of art on the moon: a ceramic disk inscribed with six drawings by noted American artists. It was carried on the landing module of the Apollo 12 mission, which delivered two astronauts to the lunar surface in November 1969. One of the artists, Leo maverick Andy Warhol, drew the image of a stylized penis, similar to what you might see on the wall of a public restroom. “He was being the terrible bad boy,” the project’s organizer said about Warhol’s contribution. You know me, Leo. I usually love playful acts of rebellion. But in the coming weeks, I advise against taking Warhol’s approach. If you’re called on to add your self-expression to a big undertaking, tilt in the direction of sincerity and reverence and dignity. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): The planet we live on is in constant transformation. Nothing ever stays the same. To succeed, let alone survive, we need to acclimate ourselves to the relentless forward motion. “He not busy being born is busy dying,” was Bob Dylan’s way of framing our challenge. How are you doing with this aspect of life, Virgo? Do you hate it but deal with it grudgingly? Tolerate it and aspire to be a master of it someday? Whatever your current attitude is, I’m here to tell you that in the coming months you could become much more comfortable with the ceaseless flow -- and even learn to enjoy it. Are you ready to begin? LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): “It isn’t that I don’t like sweet disorder,” said English author Vita SackvilleWest, “but it has to be judiciously arranged.” That’s

your theme for the week, Libra. Please respect how precise a formulation this is. Plain old ordinary disorder will not provide you with the epiphanies and breakthroughs you deserve and need. The disorder must be sweet. If it doesn’t make you feel at least a little excited and more in love with life, avoid it. The disorder must also be judiciously arranged. What that means is that it can’t be loud or vulgar or profane. Rather, it must have wit and style and a hint of crazy wisdom. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): I have three sets of questions for you, Scorpio. First, are you anyone’s muse? Is there a person who draws inspiration from the way you live? Here’s my second query: Are you strong medicine for anyone? Are you the source of riddles that confound and intrigue them, compelling them to outgrow their narrow perspectives? Here’s my third inquiry: Are you anyone’s teacher? Are you an influence that educates someone about the meaning of life? If you do play any of these roles, Scorpio, they are about to heat up and transform. If you don’t currently serve at least one of these functions, there’s a good chance you will start to soon. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): According to my reading of the astrological omens, you should draw inspiration from this Chinese proverb: “Never do anything standing that you can do sitting, or anything sitting that you can do lying down.” In other words, Sagittarius, you need extra downtime. So please say NO to any influence that says, “Do it now! Be maniacally efficient! Multitask as if your life depended on it! The more active you are the more successful you will be!” Instead, give yourself ample opportunity to play and daydream and ruminate. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): In Raymond Chandler’s pulp fiction novel Farewell, My Lovely, his main character is detective Philip Marlowe. At one point Marlowe says, “I needed a drink, I needed a lot of life insurance, I needed a vacation, I needed a home in the country. What I had was a coat, a hat and a gun.” In accordance with your astrological omens, Capricorn, I’m asking you to figure out how you might be like Marlowe. Are there differences between what you think you need and what you actually have? If so, now is an excellent time to launch initiatives to fix the discrepancies. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): There’s a slightly better chance than usual that you will have a whirlwind affair with a Bollywood movie star who’s on vacation. The odds are also higher than normal that you will receive a tempting invitation from a secret admirer, or meet the soul twin you didn’t even know you were searching for, or get an accidental text message from a stranger who turns out to be the reincarnation of your beloved from a previous lifetime. But the likelihood of all those scenarios pales in comparison to the possibility that you will learn big secrets about how to make yourself even more lovable than you already are. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Author Eva Dane defines writer’s block as what happens “when your imaginary friends stop talking to you.” I suspect that something like this has been happening for you lately, Pisces -- even if you’re not a writer. What I mean is that some of the most reliable and sympathetic voices in your head have grown quiet: ancestors, dear friends who are no longer in your life, ex-lovers you still have feelings for, former teachers who have remained a strong presence in your imagination, animals you once cared for who have departed, and maybe even some good, oldfashioned spirits and angels. Where did they go? What happened to them? I suspect they are merely taking a break. They may have thought it wise to let you fend for yourself for a while. But don’t worry. They will be back soon. Homework: What’s the thing you lost that should stay lost? What’s the thing you lost that you should find? FreeWillAstrology.com. Rob Brezsny Free Will Astrology freewillastrology@freewillastrology.com

Health &Fitness

“Just Add Swim”

May 15 to May 21, 2014

by Judith Salkin Photos by Kim Kirker

Free Event on May 10 Featured US Olympic Swim Champions Teaching Water Safety to Families

ith accidental drowning listed as one of the top causes of childhood deaths, several Coachella Valley non-profits banded together including the Family YMCA of the Desert and Swim to Win Foundation, to offer free swim lessons to families and children on Saturday, May 10 at the Palm Desert Aquatic Center (PDAC), which is owned by the City of Palm Desert. In its second year, the free event hosted more than 1,000 kids for swim lessons and safety tips from Olympic champions and the Center’s lifeguards. The YMCA staff and volunteers helped get everyone signed up and moving through the stations, and assisting throughout the day with cold bottled water and snacks. “It was great seeing all the kids and parents coming out to learn about pool safety and swimming,” stated Karen Creasy, Aquatic Manager for PDAC. “All of our pools were in use, and everyone had a great time getting to know the Olympic swimmers and enjoying the picture-perfect day.” Steve Little, the CEO of the Swim to Win Foundation is passionate about the mission of this event. “I don’t ever want to hear of another child dying because they don’t know how to swim,” he said, “And this is what I can do to stop that from happening.” Little, a former competitive swimmer, worked through his foundation, Swim to Win, to bring in Olympic swimmers to encourage

and inspire the participants. US Olympic Swimmers who attended included Rowdy Gaines (1984), Janet Evans (1988 and 1992), Kaitlin Sandeno (2004) Aaron Peirsol (2000, 2004, 2008), Jason Lezak (2000, 2004, 2008, 2012), Chloe Sutton (2008, 2012) Rada Owen (2000) and Rancho Mirage native Lynette Lim, who was on the Singapore Olympic team in 2012. “When you see the face of kid who is scared of the water, and then watch as they gain confidence and begin to have fun, it’s just so rewarding,” said Olympian Kaitlin Sandeno. “And swimming is such a great sport because once you can swim competently, you can do it your entire life both for fun and exercise,” she concluded. Rowdy Gaines noted, “Getting kids into the pool early is the best tip I can give any parent,” he said. “Although I didn’t start swimming competitively until I was 17, my mom had me in the pool at nine months. I grew up in the water.” Tips from Rowdy Gaines and his fellow Olympians include: 1. Introduce children to pool safety as soon as they can walk. 2. Start with baby classes. “If you child can walk, they can learn to swim,” Gaines said. 3. For older children, try group swim lessons. 4. Never leave children alone in or near the pool. Overall, Just Add Swim was a successful and fun day both in and out of the pool. The Olympians have pledged to return next year, and are all committed to continuing the mission of the Swim to Win Foundation; teaching every child how to swim and be safe in a pool. For more information about the Swim to Win Foundation, visit www. SwimtoWin.org or call Steve Little at 760636-6789.

May 15 to May 21, 2014

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by Sunny Simon

If the Shoe Fits, Run with It!

he other day a friend asked me to name one thing for which I am grateful. I consistently express gratitude over multiple blessings; however, the first thing that came to mind at that moment was my work. The ability to align my skills with a fulfilling career is the backdrop of my professional life. Some individuals know from age 12 exactly which path to take. Others are secure about making that decision in college when declaring a major. Yet another section of our population can meander for a decade or so continually changing jobs or career paths until something clicks. Kids who claim a career passion at 12 are indeed a fortunate lot. People who eventually experience the ideal career match in their late thirties will probably tell you the journey was worthwhile. Time spent ruling out the wrong profession is both a learning and growth experience. If you are reading this article thinking you still haven’t found the career that makes your heart sing, it’s time for some serious reflection. Perhaps in your gut you realize you have settled for an ill-fitting mismatch. Remaining in the wrong job is like walking a mile in a pair of shoes two-sizes too small. It’s painful. Here’s another hint: If all you think about as you hit the office door on Monday

morning is a Friday evening happy hour, it’s time to make a change. Some of my clients struggle with a career match in their early twenties while others, completely happy with their chosen profession for decades, decide that change is imminent. Creating a second or third act midway through work-life is not uncommon. As elementary as it sounds the key to uncovering a career aligned with your interests, talents and passions is selfexamination. Like the onion, continue to peel back the layers while asking yourself what type of work would bring fulfillment. Get out a notebook or pull up a blank screen on your computer. Then commence a crossexamination with your alter ego. Begin by listing your skills, the activities you enjoy during your leisure time, and areas that hold fascination. Then delve into your core values. For example, let’s assume you are passionate about helping others and much of your time is spent volunteering at a food kitchen. Whether that points to a career in the culinary arts or social work keep up your investigation. Finding your dream job can be just a few questions away. 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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May 15 to May 21, 2014

by dr maria lombardo

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