Coachella Valley Weekly - May 22 to May 28, 2014 Vol. 3 No. 9 by CV Weekly

News Community NEWS MUSIC Music ART EVENTSMovies MOVIES DININGDining SPORTS HEALTH &BEAUTY BUSINESSEvents COMMUNITY www.coachellavalleyweekly.com • May 22 to May 28, 2014 Vol. 3 No. 9

MAY 30TH TO JUNE 8TH

Valley Murals

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Rasun

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Burning Bettie

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CVMAs

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Smoke Tree Supper Club

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2014 Coachella Valley Music Awards

May 22 to May 28, 2014

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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

CVMA Highlights.............................. 3 Valley Murals..................................4 Pet Place.........................................6 The Vino Voice................................7 Cover Story - Restaurant Week.....8 Events - Jim Jefferies.....................9 LMS - Shawn Mafia.......................10 Event - Joshua Tree Memorial.....11 LMS - Rasun..................................11 LMS - Burning Bettie.....................12 Consider This................................14 Art - Juan-Manuel Alonso.............15 CVMAs Winners and Thanks........16 Club Crawler Nightlife.................18 Pamp Palate -Smoke Tree SC......20 Screeners......................................22 Book Review ................................23 Sports Scene................................25 Sports / It’s Your Nickel.................26 Haddon Libby: It’s All Local.........27 Dale Gribow.................................27 Safety Tips....................................28 ShareKitchen................................28 Don’t Be Clueless in the CV.........29 Baby Jaguars................................30 Theatre 29....................................30 Free Will Astrology......................31 Health & Fitness...........................31 Life & Career Coach......................32 Ask The Doctor.............................32 Comics - Weiss Cracks..................34

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Murals in the Coachella Valley

by heidi simmons

t the North Shore, set against the backdrop of the vast Salton Sea, a landscape with a scattered population and sparse community, there on the side of a small, family owned market, is a mural. In the center of the painted wall is a majestic maiden flanked by two snake-baring muses. The title is “Shesha Sand Storm” by artists Fin DAC and Angelina Christina. The mural boldly binds the sky to the earth elevating the remote unincorporated location to a place of artistic gravity. “Murals bring a lot of life to communities,” said Christina. “Where you have otherwise a blank wall, with a mural you have a whole other world that inspires people. It’s beautiful.” When Christina first saw the North Shore market’s plain wall, she immediately wanted to paint. It was something she just had to do. The market’s owner was happy to accommodate her compulsion to create something meaningful. He paid her and DAC in snacks, sodas and heart-felt gratitude. From the east of the Coachella Valley to the west, quality murals have become a part of the CV’s growing artistic signature. Coachella, Desert Hot Springs, Indio are a few of the cities who have embraced murals as

important public art. Besides the painting of walls, many cities have covered utility boxes with colorful images creating points of artistic interest on busy corners. Murals have become a way for cities to express personality, tell a story, share history, engage visitors, kindle ideas, deter vandals, stimulate economy, generate pride and bring color into their community. All eight of the valley’s cities have a process to incorporate art into their neighborhoods. And murals are finding their place.

The financing of public murals is done in many creative ways. There are grants, art collectives and organizations that contribute to mural projects. There are business and private sponsorships. Cities can contribute monetarily with funds set aside for public art. Artists are hired for their original ideas or on a commission. More often than not, the artist takes a token payment. Many street artists donate their skills as well as materials. For Coachella Valley cities, Art in Public Places (APP) is a program that each has embraced as a way to finance art projects within city limits. APP is intended to “promote the general welfare of the public through the acquisition and installation of public artwork for the betterment of a community.” APP is one source for the funding of murals. Palm Desert was the first valley city to have an APP program. The way the ordinance works is residential or commercial developments with a budget over $100,000 are charged an APP fee, which is a fraction of a percent of the overall budget. Once the art is selected, approved, commissioned and placed in its location, the money is refunded and the property owner then maintains the art. Palm Desert has been a model for the APP ordinance. Local governments use Development Impact fees in varying ways. But by law, APP funds can only be spent for public art. “The APP program is a way to incorporate

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art into the fabric of the community,” said Deborah Schwartz, the Art in Public Places Coordinator. “Each city has an identification through art work. Different art work fits the flavor of the city.” The only mural in Palm Desert is at the Desert Crossings Shopping Center. Tucked in the back corner, the mural is a trompe l’oeil -- French for ‘deceives the eye.’ It depicts a modern woman gazing into a Moroccan courtyard as a veiled woman peers down from a villa window. The collection of fees for the sake of art certainly enriches a community. Cities with more development of course have greater APP budgets. But it speaks volumes that each city, regardless of size, has embraced the APP ordinance. Each city decides the use of APP funds as well as the procedure to obtain or create the art. In addition, all the incorporated CV cities have a process to approve art whether it is publicly funded by APP or paid for privately. City by city the mural process for approval varies. Most cities have specific commissions made up of residents, most of whom volunteer. Some cities include subcommittees with members from the community who are more “experienced” with art as a way to speed up the recommendation process. With most CV cities, the job of commissions, committees, and subcommittees is to make recommendations to the governing body above them. All cities have codes and ordinances -- some more than others when it comes to public placement of art and the painting of murals. Gallery owner and artist Debra Mumm selected Palm Springs for a four-mural project to coincide with the 2014 Coachella Art and Music Festival -- an enterprise that brings over 160,000 visitors to the valley. Mumm’s objective was to have internationally known muralists paint specific walls during the two weeks of the festival. Business supported, the murals were to be all privately funded on privately owned space. “I picked Palm Springs because they seemed open and the easiest municipality for art approval,” said Mumm. “The idea was to develop an annual event.” With walls matched to artists, the Palm Springs “mural festival” generated an early

www.coachellavalleyweekly.com buzz. But before anyone could touch paint to plaster, the project was halted. With no mural code or ordinance, the city wanted time to put a review process and approval procedure in place. “I couldn’t believe it. I said ‘You can’t stop us now.’ And they said, ‘Yes we can’.” And they did. Two weeks ago, Palm Springs passed a “Mural Approval” process and ordinance. The new code requires that a mural applicant begin with the Planning Commission to determine if the mural is a “sign” or “art.” If it is considered art, the drawing goes to the Public Arts Commission for input. The artwork must then be reviewed by the community and surrounding neighborhoods for feedback before a recommendation can be made. Finally, only the Palm Springs City Council can approve a mural. Mumm was hugely disappointed to lose the momentum of the Palm Springs mural project. But now she says, “I’m hopeful it will be an easy process. I don’t know. I believe the city wants it. So we’re going to try again.” The owners of Lulu California Bistro, along with the artist Apex, still intend to move ahead with their mural project. Lulu may be the first to submit a mural plan to the city. “In all my research, I’ve found that there’s no downside to public art,” said Mumm. “Public art is just beneficial. So it’s an easy cause to get behind. It took years to get a sign ordinance in place and the city got the mural ordinance through in one month. I think it shows they really want it. And that means a lot.” As of today, there are just two murals in the city. Donavan Funkey owns Bar on Palm Canyon where a mural titled “The Mountain Charmers” covers the façade. It is of two beautiful women in face paint embraced by a huge California King snake. The art covers the entire front of the building. Funkey did not set out to have a mural on the front of his establishment, but when he was introduced to Christina and DAC, he saw the quality of their work and decided to let the artists “have at it.” After a brief conversation with a member of the Public Arts Commission, Funkey believed he was free to go ahead with the mural. When it came to the subject matter of the mural, Funkey said, “I let the artists do their thing.” He made no suggestions allowing the blank wall to inspire the artists. Once the mural was painted on Bar, people started taking notice. As good art often does, it stimulated conversation -- and some controversy. Whether being funded privately or publicly, it quickly became apparent that Palm Springs had no approval process for the painting of murals in public spaces. However, Funkey is not worried about the future of the mural on Bar. “I think what Palm Springs is doing is great,” said Funkey. “It’s good that they [the city] acted so quickly and took proactive steps to get something done. I’m excited to see what other murals will come of it.” Funkey trusts the approval process will be fair and reasonable when deciding about murals. “You don’t want just anyone painting a

mural,” Funkey said. “Forty thousand people have to look at it on a regular basis. A mural may be considered street art, but it rides the line of fine art.” But the existing Palm Springs murals are not in the clear. According to Patrick Sheehan, Chairman of the Palm Springs Art Commission, Bar’s mural and the north Palm Springs mural by artist James Hunt, will not be grandfathered in with the new ordinance. Bar’s “The Mountain Charmers” will have to go through the new process to ultimately gain approval by the Palm Spring City Council. With a similar idea of celebrating art and highlighting their community during Coachella Fest, the City of Coachella began the “Wall Project.” Local artists Armando Lerma and Carlos Ramirez of Date Farmers brought their idea to the city as a revitalization project in Coachella’s Downtown Pueblo Viejo District. Six artists from around the world are participating in the ongoing mural project. Acclaimed artists include El Mac and Andrew Hem. The Date Farmer artists participated in a similar project in Florida called “Wynwood.” As often happens, a blighted community was changed after the murals were completed. The area turned into a hip arts and culture center with coffee shops, theaters and art galleries. The City of Coachella is excited about its mural project. Its dynamic contribution to the community has already generated positive results. The city contributed $25,000 of APP money to the project for artist accommodations and materials. The artists all volunteered their time. Three of five murals have been completed and the city plans on producing more. One of the valley’s oldest murals is in Cathedral City on Date Palm near Highway 111. It’s a trompe l’oeil of two fire engines parked inside a fire station. A Dalmatian sits nearby waiting patiently for the next call, while a boy admires the truck, his hands clasped behind his back. The artist is Gerry High. It was painted in 1999 and acquired in partnership with the “Paint the Town Program” and private donations. The painting was restored in 2011. A restoration video is on the city’s website. Cathedral City now has an APP program. It has no mural requirements or ordinance. But the city has a Public Arts Commission and a mural projects subcommittee. When Mumm lost the opportunity to paint in Palm Springs, Cathedral City reached out to her as a place to be considered. Besides the fire station, there is a mural that was privately financed and city approved on a bakery off Ramon Road. Two more private murals will be going up on highway 111. “We are keenly excited about the mural projects the city has on the horizon,” said Jim Cox, Chairman of the Public Arts Commission. “The private murals are just one phase. We have more mural projects we are considering now.” In phase two, the city intends to use APP funds for a portrait of singer Lalo Guerrero. It will be a “pedigree” mural – allowing accomplished artists to apply for the project. Appropriately, the mural will be on Lalo

Guerrero Road on the parking structure next to city hall. Guerrero was a resident of Cathedral City. Cox hopes phase three will be a student mural on the city’s Public Works building. “Murals are more impactful and cost effective when using APP funds,” said Cox. “They get a lot of attention.” Artist John Coleman is painting his third mural in Desert Hot Springs. His first mural is a city favorite on the new Save A Pet clinic on Palm Drive. Besides the murals, he has painted four utility boxes around the city with one more awaiting approval. The city has 111 boxes and so far 22 have been painted. The murals have been privately funded and the boxes have been paid by APP money. “The city is easy to work with,” said Coleman. “There is a process that takes several weeks, but everybody wants to make the city more beautiful.” Coleman believes the artwork generates community pride. He is currently working on a mural for the restaurant South of the Border also on Palm Drive. It’s of the mission San Juan Capistrano. Restaurant owner Fernando Guerrero said, “It’s not even done and people come in to say how much they like it.” Guerrero was happy the city approved the art. “I think murals are a nice addition to the community. They need to be done in good taste.” As yet, Indian Wells has no murals. According to Warren Morelion, Marketing and Communications Director, the city has been collecting funds for their APP program. They are currently in the processes of developing two projects, although neither are murals. The city has no arts commission per se and anything related to art would be considered under the Planning Department or the Architecture Commission. La Quinta is a community that takes great pride in its public art programs. The La Quinta Art Festival has been nationally recognized and the La Quinta Art Foundation is the only city to offer valley wide art scholarships. “The city identifies itself with art and culture. It’s a big deal here,” said Edie Hylton, Community Services Director of La Quinta. “We have a lot of artists in the community and see ourselves as a cultural city. We want to use the APP money so everyone can see it.” La Quinta has five murals. There are three outdoor murals done in large tiles – one at the carwash and two in Old La Quinta. The indoor murals are located in the Senior Center and the La Quinta Museum. The city has also painted all the signal boxes as part of APP. The City of Indio has nine murals. On the city’s website, under Art in Public Places, the murals are listed and marked on a map for a self-tour. The murals can be viewed on the website and include the artist’s name, location, size and medium. Nicole Ponsler painted mural number nine, “Rebirth,” in 2013. It is spectacular color pallet of hummingbirds in motion seeking nectar from local flora. The mural is on the side of a Quick & Easy store on Miles Avenue facing Kings Street. “I love mural painting because of the challenge, because of the epic nature of the

May 22 to May 28, 2014 work and because of its accessibility,” said Ponsler. “I really believe in the power of art to heal, to inform and to effect change. The surrounding neighborhoods have a sense of pride and ownership in “Rebirth.” That, to me, is the greatest reward.” There is little doubt that quality murals improve communities. Whether privately funded or when a city uses APP money, art makes an impact on the people who live in and visit a community. “To create epic compositions intended for a diverse audience on a monumental scale, requires tenacity, a broad skill-set, vision, patience and fortitude,” said Ponsler. “Many things happen along the way, and yet somehow we succeed!” Ponsler credits all involved for the successes of public murals. No doubt murals are a way of communicating directly with the public at large. Street art has grown in popularity and quality turning some artists into rock stars. It is a medium that represents freedom and ideas. Its nature is spontaneous. The big question is: How will the committee approval process affect the art? “As street artists-muralists, we put everything we have into our work,” said Christina. “We don’t have a lot of time and money to do all the footwork required by some cities. If we have help from organizations or nonprofits that might be different, but as a solo artist just doing a piece, it reduces the inspiration and slims the availability and opportunity significantly.” In other words, it’s a buzz kill! Christina understands that artist can be political or controversial, but she would prefer that a city paint over the art if they don’t like it, rather than “censorship by committee.” She has other concerns: “What if three people love it, but four don’t?” Although Christina certainly understands the reasoning on both sides, she worries the process will impact the integrity of the artistic work. She believes that artists should be embraced and not treated as a threat. “In certain ways, murals are the strongest and the most meaningfully art because it’s the only art that is fully accessible to everyone,” said Christina. “No matter who you are -- education, background -- you have the opportunity to experience it in the same place as everyone else. That’s the most powerful thing about street art. It’s unconditional.” Christina has painted murals all over the world and has observed, “The cities that are hungry for change, are hungry for art.” She’s found that ordinary people in Europe and South America embrace art with joy and passion. They are open to ideas and honored to have an artist paint on their walls. “The North Shore painting would not have happened had it gone through a commission,” said Christina. “It was conceived on sight. The window of creativity, the organic beauty, would not have existed if the mural were planned.” Murals are a remarkable form of art and communication. Hopefully, Coachella Valley cities are getting and sending the message: Public art is essential!

May 22 to May 28, 2014

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PET PLACE Shane’s War.. Bringing Hope to our Shelter Animals O

ur Coachella Valley Animal Campus shelter, operated by Riverside County, opened this past Monday morning with fanfare. Two local television news crews were at the Thousand Palms facility to film a special weeklong adoption event The animals stirred, tails wagging, expectations high that someone strolling past their kennels would take them on that dreamed of “freedom ride” off to a loving home. Shane’s War is fighting to ensure that will happen for each of them. The Shane’s War campaign raises awareness about euthanasia of shelter animals. Shane and Janet Smith travel from their home state of Georgia to animal shelters throughout the country that agree to an official “Pardon”, a week without euthanizing animals. All the animals covered by that week’s pardon will be tracked to ensure they get adopted or go to private rescues. The lobby of the shelter in Thousand Palm has a table containing copies of the pardon for local animal lovers to sign. Shane explains why he’s promoting shelter pardons, “There are simply more

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This lovely kitty will make a “purrfect” pet for some lucky Coachella Valley resident. This 1-yr-old girl is 7 pounds of playful joy. She’s cat ID#A1108461 at the Coachella Valley Animal Campus, 72-050 Pet Land Place, Thousand Palms, (760) 343-3644. Cat adoptions $15

animals coming into shelters than going out for adoption. We don’t yet know how the full week will go, but we just hope that every day gets better for the animals. It’s going to take a big team that includes the entire community.” This couple has conducted 13 pardons during the past three years, adding their voices and energy to the “No Kill” movement that is spreading across our land. Shane is pictured here visiting with one of the beautiful dogs at the shelter. You can almost feel the warm bond between man and “man’s best friend,” the dog instinctively sensing Shane’s love for him. Dogs have an innate ability to detect our moods and the intent of our hearts. Director Rob Miller was on hand to officially sign the pardon. He stated, “The whole concept of Shane’s War and the idea of using the term ‘pardon’ brings awareness about the euthanasia in public shelters throughout our country. It creates a critical conversation in our community that is needed to help animal services move forward to lower the euthanasia rate.” In the county’s press release, Miller explains, “An open-admission

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shelter, such as the Coachella Valley Animal Campus, accepts all pets people bring and all the pets our officers save from the streets..... With that in mind, we are forced to perform humane euthanasia and sometimes people forget about that - - or they want to forget about it.” Shane and Janet staffed the “war room” in a back conference area where they arranged for transports to relocate some of the dogs to “pet friendlier” parts of our country. Rich Bennett, one of their assistants, adopted a small, adorable, brown Chihuahua puppy. Rich, who lives in New York, explains, “They have very few Chihuahuas available in New York state. We arrange to fly Chihuahuas and other breeds in demand into that state where they are quickly adopted.” One week of a Pardon won’t solve the Coachella Valley’s problem of homeless animals. However, it creates a ripple effect and an awareness that will linger and inspire others to follow in their footsteps. Shane and Janet will be at the shelter through Saturday, May 24, bringing in the media, local celebrities, politicians, and more potential adopters. By midweek, there were already increased adoptions and pulls by rescue

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This precious Chihuahua mix pup has that “take me home” look. This little 3-yr-old, 10 pounder is a sweet, affectinate girl. Dog ID#A1107958 at the Coachella Valley Animal Campus, 72-050 Pet Land Place, Thousand Palms, (760) 343-3644.

This 6-yr-old girl could be you could be your next best play pal during the day, and your sweet cuddlebug at night. Honey is dog ID#A1102294 at the Coachella Valley Animal Campus, 72-050 Pet Land Place, Thousand Palms, (760) 343-3644.

groups. They contacted a private rescue group in Van Nuys that agreed to take in 21 cats and kittens. What can you do to help? (1) Adopt your next pet from a shelter or rescue, (2) Volunteer at the Coachella Valley Animal Campus shelter, (3) Educate your family and friends on the importance of spaying and neutering, (4) Foster a shelter animal, (5) SHARE shelter animals on Facebook, or (6) Donate to a local animal charity. Shane’s message is clear. “We came here to support the shelter. Don’t come here to see us or to support us. Continue to support this shelter long after we are gone. Send everyone you know up here when they are looking to adopt. We can’t do this alone.” Shane operates several Facebook pages to maintain contact with all the animal advocates he’s met throughout the country. Shane’s War needs an “army” of animal advocates if they are going to win the battle to save our homeless pets. What is unique about our Coachella Valley Pardon? Shane was quick to respond, “The shelter staff here are awesome! They are good with the animals, and they do everything they can to get them into homes”. The animals will continue to come into the shelter once Shane’s War pardon has ended. We must step up to give these innocent, loving creatures a second chance. To learn more about Shane’s War, go to their website at www.pawsforhopeandfaith.org and their Facebook page “Shane’s War”. Come out and meet the wonderful animals at the Animal Campus, 72-050 Pet Land Place, Thousand Palms. The shelter is open Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri and Sat. 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, and Thurs 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Call (760) 343-3644 or visit their website at www.rcdas.org. THIS IS YOUR SHELTER. WITH YOUR HELP, WE CAN BUILD A “NOKILL” COACHELLA VALLEY. jmcafee7@verizon.net

May 22 to May 28, 2014

by Rick Riozza

The White Wines of Summertime

t’s always one of my favorite wine stories. Either I’m conducting a wine tasting at a wine bar or I get invited over to a residence that’s having a wine tasting party. Invariably I’ll run into someone who only drinks red wine. They are very happy to be drinking only red wine, and they don’t particularly like people—as I’m wont to do—telling them how good this or that white wine can be. They are not interested in hearing about white wine because they’ve either had a bad experience with it (I mean how traumatic could things be?—it’s just wine) or they honestly don’t like the taste of white but love, love, love the taste of red. Okay—I got it, leave these nice red wine drinkers alone. But I can’t. I even make bets with these people—that if they don’t find anything redeeming in the wine I’m offering, I’ll gladly pay up!—LOL. But still, some will not even put the glass to their lips. Apparently these individuals have sworn an oath never to even taste—let alone sample—a glass of white wine. So I try another technique—I join their red club—to infiltrate. I truthfully tell them that, I—myself, am a die-hard red wine drinker. And if I could have only one type of wine forever (and why someone is making me this offer I can’t refuse—I don’t know), it absolutely would be a red. However my favorite Châteauneuf-du-Pape from the Rhône or a Barolo from Piemonte gets a bit heavy this time of year. Just last month I wrote about the ultimate pizza wine being a Barbera—and I could be happy consuming that Italian match-up forever. Well—the club’s happy to hear all that, but there’s still no way they’re letting me sneak in a white. We desert dwellers have again just witnessed the sliver of springtime slipping by as we ushered in the sunshine of summer. Thus, immediately, our wine cravings have us reaching for those lighter, refreshing

wines that are chilled-up, crisp, lower in alcohol, that can both relax us and revitalize us, and keep us more hydrated. And whites take on this task naturally, smoothly, and fluently. Summer fare gets just as exciting in our fecund Coachella Valley where we get to pair tasty white wine with fresh and crunchy crudités, citrus-laden summer salads with sensational seafood, perfect al dente pastas, and sandwiches fixed with sustainably raised meats and cheeses with inventive tapenades on artisanal chewy bread, which all span an array of flavors and textures, making a wine’s mission of matching the menu an exciting undertaking in itself. And the summertime patio pool party or picnic with its grilled foods, tangy sauces, and the latest hot and spicy pepper in town all gets washed down with a thirst quenching quaff of your favorite white wine. Of course we’re all wine lovers here, and we more than welcome a chilled rosé as well to the party—no worries! Let’s play a quick wine game—let me guess: your favorite chilled wine of the summer is a...Champagne or Sparkling wine! Mais Oui! There you go! No need to spend any time deciding on a Sauv Blanc or a steely Chard or wondering what your friends want: The world loves Champagne and loves the party it brings. If there is any wine in the universe that goes well with anything you’re cooking up, it’s a brut sparkler. In its simplest arrangement, a bowl of Lay’s potato chips and some chilled Champagne with its tiny bubbles tickling the tongue and bathing your taste buds with creamy minerality, high acidity, and hints of citrusy melons, makes any gathering happy. And let me diagnose—you’re suffering from...Pinot envy! I know—it’s really spreading around with all the likes of Pinot Bianco, Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc, and Pinot Meunier all ready to take a fresh contagious jump into your wine glass. This wine condition surely brings on the confusion

as to which pinot goes with what, where &when, how & why? Here’s the cure: keep reading this column for the summer and you’ll become the coolest and smartest wine bibber on your block. To get a head start on the heat (eh—too late) CV Weekly is on board to help you steer through summer fare without fail, with a quick reminder of the panoply of Pouilly-Fuissés, Pinot Grigios, Pigatos, and the whole line-up of white wine to chill with. And how fortuitous! Our rendition coincides with the Seventh Annual Palm Springs Desert Resorts Restaurant Week to be held Friday, May 30 through Sunday, June 8, 2014 throughout the Coachella Valley, where some of the best eateries

prepare delicious 3-course meals for your dining pleasure at $26 or $38. Actually, your sommelier-about-town is already out and about meeting with the local chefs on their particular vino bianco that pairs wonderfully with their creative cuisine. So take a cool seat and nestle down with a crisp glass of white wine and enjoy a few of my next columns as we take a culinary landscape trip through Hwy 111 and its environs. No surprises here—Rick is your sommabout-town working hard for you. Contact winespectrum@aol.com

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By Judith Salkin

Restaurant in Palm Desert and Chef Aaron Kiefer of Sessions at the Hard Rock Hotel in Palm Springs all agree: “It’s the customers who make out like bandits.” “In the first year or two, Restaurant Week was only in Palm Springs,” said Paulina Larson, of Palm Springs Life’s Special Events and Marketing Department, the company that now manages Restaurant Week. “But as we’ve broadened the area, we’ve been able to bring in more restaurants and dining experiences for our guests,” she added. Even well-known restaurants that have come on board in recent years have seen the value in participating in Restaurant Week. “Last year was the first year for Wally’s (Desert Turtle),” Larson said. “It was so successful for them in bringing in customers, they’re back again.” At most, Restaurant Week has seen 80 or so participating restaurants. And that, Larson said, isn’t likely to change. “The restaurant has to be able to offer a real value for the diners,” she added. “A $26 meal has to offer a value of $32 for dinner or a value of at least $50 for the $38 meals. Seeing that they are getting that kind of value is what keeps them trying new places.” “And now with all the deals at hotels, attractions and the spas it’s better!” Copley-Manion added. “It’s a great time for customers who come here to escape the June gloom and for residents, especially people who’ve moved here recently, to try everything we have to offer without the season crowds.” Restaurant Week is also a way for restaurants to celebrate anniversaries or to introduce more than just the food to the public. On Monday (May 26, 2014), Castelli’s Restaurant celebrates its 26th anniversary of serving fine Italian food, but this will be the dining scene staple’s first venture into Restaurant Week. “Early on our philosophy was that we had an amazing product that would speak for itself,” Altman said. “Today everything has changed. People are going on Yelp and they’re looking for restaurant reviews online. We’ve seen the success Restaurant Week has had in the past and thought it was time we became part of it.” Yes, Castelli’s management believes that the special appetizer, entrée and dessert meals will bring people into the building. “It’s the off-season and we have a lot of families that come out to try new places,” he said. “But once they’re here we honestly believe that when they see the menu and how we’re willing to specialize their meals, they’ll continue to come back,” he said. Boutique gems like the Viceroy in Palm Springs or the legendary Two Bunch Palms Resort and Spa in Desert Hot Springs are often thought of as being out of the reach of “regular” customers or that they offer spa

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services that aren’t available to the general public, but that’s no longer the case. Even hot spots like the Ace Hotel and Swim Club or the Hard Rock can get in on the fun. The Hard Rock Hotel opened earlier this year and every part of the hotel from the pool to Sessions Restaurant has been bangin’ since opening day. “But this is a way for us to reach out to people who haven’t walked in the doors because they have a preconceived notion of what we are,” said Executive Chef Aaron Keifer. The menu at Sessions is a mix of contemporary cuisine with a rock’n’roll flair. Like a lot of restaurants, Sessions is taking Restaurant Week to try out new dishes mixed with menu favorites, like the Mexican Street Corn with chile-lime butter, micro cilantro, caramelized shallot and topped with Cotija cheese paired with 9-ounce flat iron steak with spring onions, wild ramps, heirloom fingerling potatoes, wild mushroom ragout and shallot Bordelaise sauce and a carrot cake puzzle for dessert. “When we first opened we had a lot of

locals,” Keifer said. “But we’ve been so busy, what I want is for people to come back and see what we have here. We have a great product that changes with the seasons. I’d really like people to keep coming back and this is one way to do that.” Where to Eat, See, Stay Find everything you want to know about Restaurant Week at www. palmspringsrestaurantweek.com. Restaurant Week runs from Friday, May 30 through Sunday, June 8 at nearly 80 restaurants throughout the Coachella Valley. EAT: This tab will lead you to all the participating restaurants. It includes info on the restaurant, links to their websites and Restaurant Week menus and what they are charging for the meal. SEE: Find out which Coachella Valley attractions and spas are participating in Restaurant Week and download coupons or book your spa experience here. STAY: Want a mini-vacation at one of the Coachella Valley most exclusive hotels? This is where you’ll find the deal and will lead you to the website link.

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t’s almost June and from San Diego to L.A., residents who live in coastal areas are getting ready for the coming foggy, gloomy days of June and complaining about the weather. While we wait for the muggy, gross dog days of summer to rear its humidity-laden head, in June we will all revel in the return of Restaurant Week here in the Coachella Valley! Those beautiful 10 days when the best eateries from Desert Hot Springs to Indio offer up special menus that allow us to sample their culinary delights at prices that lure customers in to discover the joys of what our eateries have to offer. According to Copley’s on Palm Canyon owner and Restaurant Week founding member, Juliana Copley-Manion, “For us, it’s a way to say ‘thank you’ to our regular customers and to invite everyone else to try our wonderful food.” After more than a decade of bringing together the best restaurants, attractions, spas and hotels in the valley to offer incredible deals, Restaurant Week has become a staple in the Coachella Valley’s arsenal of ways to attract visitors to the area in a time of year when it was traditionally much quieter. But, for area restaurants, it has become quite possibly the time for new and long-time residents to discover just how incredible the restaurant scene is in this valley. “It’s a great value for customers who know what we have to offer,” Copley-Manion said of the special $26 and $38 menus. “And it gives people who haven’t tried us a reason to come in.” And in the time of year when most valley businesses are beginning to see the summer slow-down creep in, “It’s a great time to do something to bring in new business.” Copley-Manion, Brian Altman of Castelli’s

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and Canada, Jefferies has also headlined in Asia, South Africa, Europe and the United Kingdom to sold-out crowds, proving time and again he has no difficulty charming audiences foreign and domestic. His riotous comedy specials include “I Swear to God,” “Alcoholocaust” and “Fully Functional,” which have garnered him the reputation as one of the fastest rising, stand-out talents of this generation. His newest comedy special titled “Day Streaming” is sure to deliver the same blue, anecdotal and observational comedy that has brought him so much success. Be sure to witness Jeff Jefferies’ uncanny ability to entertain diverse audiences at the Spotlight Showroom. Tickets are $25 and $35 and they are available at www. Spotlight29.com, Star Tickets (800) 5853737, or the Spotlight 29 Box Office and Gift Shop. Doors open at 7 p.m. The show starts at 8 p.m. ADDITIONAL UPCOMING SHOWS May 24 Mariachi Extravaganza June 7 America June 14 Roberto Tapia July 5 A Celebration of Rod Stewart July 12 Intocable July 26 A Celebration of Neil Diamond August 2 A Celebration of Creedence Clearwater Revival August 9 A Celebration of The Beatles August 16 Polo Polo August 30 A Celebration of Johnny Cash September 13 Ramon Ayala November 29 Jim Jefferies

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Gutter Candy vs 10 Cent Thrills, and the Sonic Adventures of Shawn Mafia T

hrow out everything you thought you ever knew about Shawn Mafia & the 10 Cent Thrills. The sarcastically powerful, serious rocking blues (and somewhat furry) foursome that has been rocking the desert, high and low, is no more. Fans (or cops) will no longer search, Google, tickle, applaud or share medicinal marijuana with Shawn Mafia & the 10 Cent Thrills ever again (insert moment of silence here)..... Now go back and get all that stuff I just told you to throw out, you silly kids. You know better! Just slap a new, cool name on the group that encompasses these desert troubadours as a unit, add a few more inches of hair to their lovable Yeti, and you’ve got all the lyrically poignant, loud rocking anthems, and entertaining personalities you have come to know and love. Only now, you will love them as Gutter Candy. With a career inspired by early punk and Tom Waits, Shawn Mafia recorded his first album more than a decade ago and the world famous De La Luna recording studio. He explained the recent change: “I decided to take a hiatus form my 10 year solo career as Shawn Mafia/Shawn Mafia and the Ten Cent Thrills to form Gutter Candy as a last ditch attempt at rock ‘n roll immortality.” Mafia continues to front the band that includes the same well known cast of Joshua Tree Ten Cent shredders: Ricky Rehab on lead face-melter/guitar, “The Desert Yeti”, Big Dave Johnson, on bass guitar, and Sin Balls on drums (legal names have been withheld to protect the not so innocent). If you haven’t come to know them yet, it’s about time you did. Gutter Candy

is “testosterone driven art rock.” They perform a loud, “punk infused, indie glam, rock cabaret style show that is an amalgamation of original material, cover songs and humorously edgy comedy monologues,” says Shawn. “We are a tripletreat of entertainment; a musical Swiss army knife, if you will.” Mafia is a dynamic teller of well written tales backed by rhythmic brothers he lovingly calls “Tweedledee and Tweedledum,” who drive the music with “the most sound rhythm section in the history of rock and roll,” Mafia explains, “We are four lovable losers that somehow

survived the late 80s and 90s as wanna be rock legends that never were.” Their music is created to move you, ranging from tongue and cheek sarcasm riding on tide of raging rock and/or blues to soulfully played, lyrically poetic, ever so brief, moments of seriousness. One might assume that this band doesn’t really take themselves seriously. But once you hear them perform their craft, one would be reminded what assuming makes of a person. These guys are heart and soul, all about the music and putting it all out there for whoever is listening. No one ever leaves a show performed by these guys without a smile on their face and profound respect for their skill as musicians. You’ll have an opportunity to see them live at the 13th Annual Concert in the Cemetery at Joshua Tree Memorial Park. Gutter Candy will be accompanied by a crew of well-respected high desert artists: Jesika Von Rabbit: Yucca Valley’s princess of Electronica/Pop/Dance will be performing songs from her new solo endeavor, stepping away from a ten year history with her wildly popular Joshua Tree based band, Gram Rabbit. Jesika absolutely shines as a solo artist. facebook.com/jesikavonrabbitmusic Ted Quinn & the Merciless Beat: Ted (Teddy) Quinn, a prolific singer/songwriter and host of Monday nights at Pappy & Harriet’s will be performing with high desert super-group featuring lead guitarist Leslie Mariah Andrews (Small Wonder Experience), Thom Merrick (The Sibleys) on bass, and drummer Tim Chinnock (Adobe Collective).

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13th Annual Joshua Tree Memorial Park Memorial Day Observance, Free Community BBQ, and Concert in the Cemetery.

facebook.com/tedquinnsrealityshow Shadow Mountain Band: You’ll be entertained with classic bluegrass, country and gospel stylings along with their own hard-charging original compositions. “Steeped in tradition and blending the old with the new, you’re as likely to hear a Stanley Brothers or Hank Williams song as something by Buffalo Springfield or Amos Lee, all rich with American acoustic string instruments such as guitar, mandolin, Dobro and upright bass along with their 4-part harmony vocals.” facebook.com/shadowmountainband Wicked Jed: “Wicked JED’s stylishly crafted music produces a cutting edge sound with devastating licks that captures the soul and reanimates the human experience. At the same time, their lyrics are comments on some of today’s issues like economics, social inequality and of course all things Sex, Drugs, and Rock n Roll!” facebook.com/ WickedJEDband/info Ray De La Muerte: Ray is the former front man for Orange County based bands Recked and Project Spiral. He’s opened for Dogstar and LA Guns back in the day. These days, Ray can be found at Oceanside Mortuary as an Embalmer and funeral Director. He performs a solo acoustic act as Ray De La Muerte, the Singing Embalmer, a perfect addition to this cryptic event. Concert in the Cemetery is a free show for all ages at Joshua Tree Memorial Park, 60121 29 Palms Hwy, Joshua Tree, CA. It will be held this Monday, May 26th, from Noon to 4 PM. You can call (760) 366-9210 for more information.

oshua Tree Memorial park is proud to announce its 13th annual Memorial Day Observance, Community BBQ, and Concert in the Cemetery. For over a decade, this quiet, little desert cemetery has been hosting a unique annual event that continues to grow in attendance and popularity. All ages, from the surrounding communities and beyond, are invited to attend these events on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26th starting at 11a.m. Located along the outside basin of the Joshua Tree National Park since 1968, Joshua Tree Memorial Park, formerly known as Mountain Valley Memorial Park, has been hosting an annual Memorial Day to pays homage to the fighting men and women of the United States Armed Forces, both past and present, by commemorating and acknowledging their service, dedication, bravery and sacrifice. This year’s event will feature an hour long formal observance that includes a memorial wreath placing ceremony, a special reading

of active duty fallen heroes from our local marine base, a white dove release, a color guard, rifle salute, and much more. We are honored to welcome Colonel Andrew Kennedy and Chaplain Lieutenant Donald Baker from Twentynine Palms Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, as our guest speaker. The event will again feature a diverse line up of musical acts that follow the Memorial

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Day Observance. Flag ship performer Shawn Mafia, who has been performing for the event since 2004, will make his annual appearance fronting his new hard rock band, Gutter Candy. Other acts include Shadow Mountain Band, Ted Quinn & the Merciless Beat , Jesika Von Rabbit, Ray De La Muerte and Wicked Jed. Joshua Tree Memorial park will begin the Memorial Day Observance ceremony

exaggerate. The story, the music, the heart and soul of what is about to take place here in our own Coachella Valley, has the potential to send sonic shock waves across the planet, with the desert at it’s epicenter. I will touch on that story now, and look forward to bringing you the full account in the very near future. Rasun was raised in Sonoma, California, and began singing with his father’s band, “Strictly Roots”, at the age of 12. By 14, he was playing drums for the group full time. With the passing of his father in 1998 the torch was passed to Rasun to become lead vocalist for the band. Five years later, Rasun and brother Don Juan Cartel signed their first record deal. Having recorded with such artists as Shock G, O.A.R., Beenie Man, Crooked I, The Jacka and Glasses Malone, they have also been featured in over 35 singles, including “Program Director” by OAR, “Independence Day” by Fiji, and “Hard to Walk Away,” for TJ Records. With all their accomplishments in a genre that has only seen limited commercial success in America since the passing of Bob Marley, Rasun is poised to make a big difference with the release of their newest album. At the urging of their manager, they chose to relocate after spending the large part of the last decade in Miami. I spoke to Rasun. His voice was smokey and thick, with an accent not native to California, but the result of a life steeped in more than a genre, but in the lifestyle that he was raised in. He showed no

Monday, May 26th, at 11:00 a.m. Live music and family friendly activities will immediately follow at 12:00 p.m. and will continue on until 4:00 p.m. From 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. the cemetery will provide a community barbeque. Specified food and beverages will be free to all that attend during that time. Alternate vendors for food and beverage purchases will be available. Family friendly games, large inflatable jumpers, local area vendor booths and much, much more will be on hand. Event admission and parking is free. Joshua Tree Memorial Park will also be raffling off many great prizes, donated by local area businesses, during the event to help raise funds for the Morongo Basin NoKill Shelter and 29 Palms Little League. For more information on the Memorial Day Observance Ceremony please call Joshua Tree Memorial Park at (760) 366-9210 or visit them in person at 60121 29 Palms Hwy., Joshua Tree, California 92252, or on the web at www.joshuatreememorialpark. com. For more information on the musical line up for the Concert in the Cemetery, and to access specific scheduled times for any of the acts performing, please visit Joshua Tree Memorial Park’s page on Facebook.

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Internationally Known Reggae Makes It’s Home in the Desert

t seemed as though rumors of an amazing reggae band coming to the desert blew into the valley like a distant, stray, thunder storm. In one week, I had sat down with three different people and had heard the name “Rasun”. People tell you a lot of things when you write about music, and at times it’s hard to decide what is worth investigating. And besides, we have a lot of incredible music being made here, in all genres. But when Cameron Chaney, great grandson of Lon Chaney (old Hollywood’s “Man of 1000 Faces”), owner of Phantom Productions and award winning producer called me, I had to take notice. He MADE me take notice. First message: “Hey listen, Lisa. I’ve got some friends that are new in town. They are reggae, and I mean, they are bad ass! They’re going to blow it up out here, and you need to interview them. They are number one in Jamaica for the last two years, and are an icon. They live here now! They are two white brothers who have a recording studio next to mine. Call me! You’ve got to hear their songs. They have a good story.” Second message: “Please don’t forget about my friends. You have no idea how good their new album is. I know you guys are busy, Lisa, but guaranteed, they’re the best story here.” After a bit of phone tag, I had Rasun Jahmal Dinoto on my phone. I have to say that my friend Cameron did not, in the least,

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signs of arrogance or impatience at my busy schedule that had delayed our conversation. Instead, he humbly and openly shared the little things that were significant to the day, and passionately expressed his goals and hopes to be heard and make a difference. “We have an office and studio. Everything is looking good. I am looking forward to working here with the full band, and hopefully what we do here will get us around the world. As soon as we got to town, we met Ronnie King (local success story and head of A&R at EMG Dream Loud in Los Angeles). He told us, ‘You’re perfect here! You’ve got to stay.’ He has been super supportive. A lot of cool stuff is happening in a really short time. We have three singles and an album coming out as soon as late summer. We have some international dates in Africa and Spain, and if all goes well, our album, ‘Love

Another Day’ will be ready for release before the end of this year.” The new single “No Turning Back” off of the highly anticipated upcoming album Love Another Day will be available on iTunes, June 3rd, and can be pre-ordered NOW. The album was produced by Don Juan Cartel and will be released through DonRa Music/Zojak Worldwide. Love Another Day is the follow-up to Rasun’s praised EP, Mixed Emotions. That EP featured two hit singles, “Hard to Walk Away” and “Love You the Way I Do.” It’s been nearly two years since the release of Mixed Emotions and fans of the American-born, reggae artist have been eager to hear his latest material. The conversation we shared made it clear that Rasun is focused on making this desert his home and growing some Southern California roots. He also showed strong, instinctive business savvy. But as the conversation came to a close, he gave a statement that I believe captures the spirit of what this artist is all about. We were discussing the spiritual aspects of reggae when he shared, “Guaranteed, the right thing to do, you know, is to spread a little love. There’s enough of everything else going around. We gotta put our little two cents out there, and try to bring something positive. That’s the stuff.” You can check out the music and the artist at the following links: Love You The Way I Do youtube.com/watch?v=Rlz6nWhobOs Hard To Walk Away youtube.com/watch?v=TH5Vo0TvKwM

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he ensemble that is Burning Bettie has performed a great deal since their inception in 2012. Leading the charge is their inconspicuous front man Giorg Tierez. Many of us in the desert music scene are familiar with this character by now. With a style all his own, Tierez cannot be missed with his embellishment of a beard and all-over tattoos. When Frank Michel, the band’s guitarist, first met Tierez they composed two songs. Michel recalls how Tierez was a work in progress, “Giorg was more raw and developed from there. I saw the potential. He produced music from the heart.” That graciousness within the music shines through in Burning Bettie’s music. Despite the lack of recognition at this year’s Coachella Valley Music Awards, Tierez and the rest of Burning Bettie continue to progress under the radar with new music and the drive to succeed without the need for nominations or awards. They welcome refinement and the change that is inevitable in any band. The change I speak of is the addition of rhythm guitarist James Eaton. Tierez is excited at the prospect of playing guitar per diem and freeing himself to focus on being the front man and expand his vocal abilities and range as well as engage the audience more. Already a showman, Tierez has the desire to improve his stage presence even further with Eaton to his right. Eaton is originally from Reno, Nevada. He is the newest member and was initially a fan of the band. He was discreetly introduced at their show recently at The Hood Bar &

Pizza performing five songs. In a band of multi-instrumentalists Eaton fits right in. His love for Led Zeppelin and early 90’s rock fills any void that may have needed filling. “We wanted to make the band more solid and occupy our sound,” guitarist Frank Michel shares. “Having James compliments what we already had.” If you recall, Burning Bettie gained notoriety as the band that was formed through Craig’s List. Their devotion to music led them to the fellowship they share today. The story line reads like a future music biopic. Instead of a “Where Are They Now?” they will prevail with a “Behind The Music”.

Michel and Josh Ballard, the band’s drummer, compose a majority of the tunes while Tierez writes the lyrics. Ballard and Michel are both prolific on the piano and keyboard. Although they don’t use keyboards in the live setting they utilize these skills to develop their music. Ballard and Michel plan to co-produce their debut album using Ballard’s home studio. So far 23 songs have been written and approximately 15 “jam” songs are currently in development. Having an ample amount of music is a blessing for some bands. Burning Bettie may find it difficult to whittle them down to an album’s worth. Tierez states his

displeasure for recording, “I don’t like the recording process. I’m a perfectionist and don’t want to settle for less. That becomes a problem in the studio.” Michel is less a perfectionist and more of a muse to the rest of the band. That is no coincidence given that Michel was once in a Muse tribute band. “Frank is the idea guy,” Ballard admits. “We build off of what he’s doing.” Michel started as a percussionist and drummer and only began playing the guitar several years ago. “My song ideas are developed in the moment. I don’t think long and hard,” Michel professes. Shawn Fisher is the band’s bassist and tallest member. He and Ballard have been friends since childhood. Fisher is excited about the future of the band. “We’re getting ready to record and make the time to continue to progress and improve.” Despite the presence of these strong personalities, Burning Bettie is a selfdirected entity. “None of us are afraid to speak our mind,” Giorg states. “We explore all of our options and use a democratic process when working together.” Michel further stipulates the sense of cohesion, “We all have our roles and we can all depend on each other without hesitation.” Recently, the band began to sell Burning Bettie t-shirts through Jacob Williams their merchandise producer. The shirts are a hit with their fans and are available through the band’s Facebook page. In the works is a Burning Bettie podcast that will feature the recording process and include everything that goes into maintaining Burning Bettie. You will be able to access the podcast through iTunes. Burning Bettie will be performing next at Schmidy’s Tavern in Palm Desert on June 6th along with Long Duk Dong and Elektric Lucie. There is no cover charge for this event.

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THE STRYPES

o teenage bands like One Direction and 5 Seconds Of Summer make you weep for the future? Does Justin Bieber make you slightly bilious? Fear not, there is a remedy for these uncomfortable sensations: The Strypes. The Strypes formed in their hometown of Cavan, Ireland back in 2008. Josh McClorey, (lead guitar, vocals) had just hit puberty when he hooked up with pals, Pete O’Hanlon (bass) Evan Walsh (drums). Heavily influenced by their parents’ record collections, the teens began woodshedding. Along with school mates Conor Bates and Jack Hayden they made their live debut at a primary school Christmas concert. By 2012, Bates and Hayden had dropped out of the band, so The Strypes recruited 15-year-old Ross Farrelly on lead vocals and harmonica. Inspiration stretched back half a century. From Rock progenitors like Bo Diddley and Chuck Berry, to seminal Blues artists like Willie Dixon and Muddy Waters. Brian Jones-era Rolling Stones, well as the Yardbirds figured prominently, along ‘70s era Pub Rock-ers Rockpile and Dr. Feelgood. And as they began to write their own songs, Elvis Costello and Nick Lowe (the Cole Porter and George Gershwin of the Punk era), served as touchstones. Testing the waters, The Strypes released a four-song home recording on itunes. Covering Bo Diddley, Slim Harpo, Billy Boy Arnold and Motown’s Eddie Holland, the EP shot to the top of itunes’ Blues chart, remaining #1 for six weeks. Not only did the EP prompt a bidding war between record labels, (they signed with Mercury in the U.K., Virgin/EMI in the U.S.) but some world class musicians took notice. Elton John, Jeff Beck, Roger Daltrey, Paul Weller, Dave Grohl and Noel Gallagher were all singing the praises of these teenage sensations. When it came time to record their fulllength debut, the band enlisted veteran

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producer Chris Thomas. Boasting an impressive CV that began back in the 60s, Thomas was on hand for the Beatles White Album and Pink Floyd’s Dark Side Of The Moon, as well as the Sex Pistols’ incendiary debut and essential albums from the Pretenders and Pete Townshend. The sound that opens Snapshot, The Strypes’ first long-player, is 20 seconds of sustained feedback. A ballsy move, but these lads have the goods to back it up. The feedback segues into the opening track, “Mystery Man.” Angular shards of guitar wash over a pummeling beat as Farrelly alternates between Punky vocals and razor sharp harmonica fills. While their melodies are strippeddown and tensile, The Strypes’ lyrics are crystalline and rich in detail. “Blue Collar Jane” is anchored by an urgent hand-clap rhythm, guitars that pivot between sweet jingle jangles and slash & burn riff-age and fluttery harmonica. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a the femme-fatale next door… ”Blue Collar Jane lives in 54, always has a teacup when she knocks upon my door/

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She just wants some milk and sugar, but all I want is her.” Both “What People Don’t See” and “What A Shame,” take a gimlet-eyed look at the pitfalls of early success. The former employs the same sonic blueprint the Yardbirds’ “Certain Girl.” Jagged, guitars collide with a jittery, stop-start rhythms and wailing harmonica. The verdict is swift and succinct: “You’re today’s sensation but tomorrow’s looking bleak.” The latter is more expansive: A verbose treatise on compromising one’s values for instant celebrity. The song moves at a twitchy pulse that accelerates to a frenetic crescendo on the instrumental break. The track is a 21st century companion to Tom Petty’s “Into The Great Wide Open.” Basically record labels love you, until they sign you, then they can’t wait to change you...“They said his hair could be better, if he colored it black/And he wouldn’t sound harsh if he could tone it all back.” Every song is a winner here, but the stand-out tracks are “Perfect Storm,” “Hometown Girls” and “I Don’t Want To

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Know.” “Perfect Storm” matches yowling vocals to rumbling bass lines and a walloping backbeat, the lyrics extend the “sex as weather” metaphor. On “Hometown Girls” Farrelly’s stuttery delivery is an backhanded tribute to the Who’s “My Generation.” Gangly guitar licks connect with a crackling drum pattern. Farrelly summarily spits out his dilemma…”I reek of sweat and teenage innocence.” Finally, “I Don’t Want To Know” is powered by a triple-time tattoo, rattlesnake shake guitars, roiling bass lines and careening harmonica. It’s a kindasorta mash-up of Elvis Costello’s turbocharged “Lipstick Vogue,” and the chaotic psychedelia of the Yardbirds’ “Over Under Sideways Down.” The whole thing collapses into a stinky, sodden satisfying heap. Of course the band adds a few telling covers, there’s a menacing version of Bo Diddley’s “I Can Tell.” Willie Dixon’s “You Can’t Judge A Book By The Cover” jettisons the classic Chess/Chicago blues style, opting for an amphetamine fueled rush closer early Who, Rolling Stones and the Jam. The Strypes transform Nick Lowe’s “Heart Of The City” from a playful plea for love into a raucous rollercoaster ride. Other interesting tracks include the clever and corrosive “She’s So Fine” here, the lads’ flip the infamous Muhammad Ali quip, insisting a girl is so fine because she “floats like a bee and stings like a butterfly.” The grinding Blues of “Angel Eyes” is as close as these Cavan swains get to a slow song. Swaggering and boastful, Farrelly allows that he’s a villain and a thief, but he “ain’t no Lee Van Cleef.” (The badass from “The Good, The Bad And The Ugly.”) The album closes with a fuzz-tastic take on “Rollin’ And Tumblin’ “ that owes as much to McKinley Morganfield, (ne’ Muddy Waters) as it does to Pub-Rockers Dr. Feelgood. Frenzied staccato guitar riffs ride roughshod over a locomotive rhythm, blistering harmonica breaks and Farrelly’s authoritative growl. Snapshot is the perfect title for this album, “an informal photograph taken quickly,” it captures a moment in time for these prodigious whiz kids. Surely they will progress to bigger and better things. But you can say you knew them when.

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uan-Manuel Alonso definitely stands out in a crowd -- in fact a head taller than most people ...He’s tall, handsome, graceful, & a very avant-garde sought-after Model even today. His long mane of (now) white hair makes him the iconic figure of an artist that he is! Juan-Manuel is charming & brimming over with exotic Cuban liveliness & personality -- and, everyone loves him! Juan himself is a work-of-art! -- as are his lively, incredibly bright & colorful (almost Tribal) paintings. Born in Cuba, Juan grew up and spent a large portion of his life in New York City. Following graduation from CCNY and The Fashion institute of Technology, he taught design at F.I.T., Miami Dade, College of Fine Arts, FIDM and Design and Architecture. Throughout his career Juan has been associated with major design houses such as Tiffany’s, Nino Cerruti, and Willi Smith to name a few. His extensive travels throughout Europe, the Middle East, India, and Asia have had a major influence on his artistic sensibilities. After driving across country from Miami, Juan settled in Palm Springs where he currently lives with Nynja, his exotic Xoloitzcuintli, while continuing his art at Bungalow 1 Studio, mentoring students from Palm Springs High School, and volunteering for Desert AIDS Project. Several years ago Juan-Manuel almost succumbed to a life-threatening illness -- but he fought the good fight & won -- out of this experience came his Award-winning painting shown at the Palm Springs Art Museum entitled “Am Still Here”.

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“I pluck ideas like fields of wild flowers from North Africa to the thrift shops of the West Coast. I arrange objects how I see them in my imagination. What I see in objects is their beauty not their value. Arranging them is what makes them worthy of their beauty.” Some of Juan-Manuel’s past Exhibits include: “Cafe” Gallery of Contemporary Art at the University of Colorado; “Revisiting Cuba - Legacy of a Diaspora” Gallery of The College of the Desert; Metamorphosis Gallery - Arizona; Gallery 446, Palm Springs, Ca. His Private Collections can be seen in Barcelona, Paris, New York, San Francisco, Berkley, Los Angeles, Palm Beach, Palm Springs, Portland, & Colorado Springs. Juan-Manuel Alonso’s paintings are currently on exhibition at Jorge Mendez Gallery-Contemporary Latin American Art, 756 N. Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA. info@jorgemendezgallery.com www.jorgemendezgallery.com; (760) 656-7454. Juan-Manuel lives in Palm Springs, Ca. & can be contacted at mdeljcadekuba@gmail.com ArtofJuan-ManuelAlonso.com Tel: (760) 318-4931

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May 22 to May 28, 2014

2014 Coachella Valley Music Awards Winners

And the WINNERS of the CV Muisc Awards are: Best Rock Band: (tie) House of Broken Promises & The Hellions Best Metal Band: Remnants of Man Best Reggae band: Tribe-O Best Punk band: Se7en4 Best Country Band: R Buckle Road Best Rap/Hip Hop: Thr3 Strykes Best Cover Band: Long Duk Dong Best Live Performance Band: Machin’ Best New Band: Bridger Best Jazz Band/Artist: John Stanley King Best Blues Band/Artist: John Stanley King Best Adult Contemporary Artist: Lola Rossi Best Duo: Mikey Reyes & Bryanno Evaro Best Female Vocalist: Christina Reyes (Caxton) Best Male Vocalist: Michael Keeth Best Drummer: Katie Cathcart (Bridger) Best Bass: Dan Wheat (Remnants of Man & Bridger) Best Guitar: Rudy Mendez Best Frontman: Nick Flores (Se7en4) Best Club DJ: Alf Alpha Best Event DJ: Craig Michaels Best Promoter: BB Ingle Best Live Performance Venue: Pappy & Harriet’s Best Band: Caxton

Olive Lalli, on behalf of Mario Lalli The Pioneer Award

Caxton - Best Band

Erica & Zach Huskey - Trailblazer Award

Machin’ - Best Live Performance

Long Duk Dong - Best Cover Band

Bridger - Best New Band

John Stanley King - Best Jazz Artist, Best Blues Artist

Lola Rossi - Best Adult Comtemporary

Thr3 Strykes - Best Hip Hop

Christina Reyes - Best Female Vocalist

Rudy Mendez - Best Guitarist

Katie Cathcart - Best Drummer

Michael Keeth - Best Male Vocalis

BB Ingle - Best Pomoter

Michael Reyes & Bryanna Evaro Best Duo Hewitson from Musician’s Outlet/SIR for our backline and donating the electric guitar for the raffle. Thank you to my co-host Caroldean Ross. Thank you to all of our sponsors: Crater Lake Vodka (Kathy Schriefer & Jim Bendis), Tilted Kilt (Russ Dalgetty), Coachella Valley Brewing Co., BAR, Giuseppe’s (the Funkey Family), Discount Hydroponics (Michael Hess), Guitar ER (Jimmy Palmer), Tg Tat (Sean Wood), Desertwraps.com - vehicle wraps (Shelly Sheppard & Soto Desertwraps), Loving All Animals Org (Lorie Loftis & Lindi Biggi), Palm Springs Riviera (Shauna Aguirre) for being an amazing venue. And thanks to our presenters: David Ross, Calista Carradine, Bianca Rae, David Aguilera & Daniel Vega from Maphia Management, Tarver Marsh & Valerie McClure from VM Management, Krista Allen, Christian Sesma, Jesika von

DJ Alf Alpha - Best Club DJ

Unsound - Trailblazer Award

Se7en4 - Best Punk Band

Remnants Of Man - Best Metal Band

R Buckle Road - Best Country Band

Daniel Wheat - Best Bassist Tribe-O - Best Reggae Band

House Of Broken Promises - Best Rock Band

The Hellions - Best Rock Band

would like to THANK EVERYONE who came out to the CV Music Awards this past Sunday night at the Riviera in PS. A good time was had by all and there are many THANKS I would like to extend in print: Congratulations to all the Nominees AND Winners! A BIG thank you to all of the bands that performed: Se7en4, Bridger, Blasting Echo, Remnants of Man, HOBP, Michael Keeth & Martin Barrera, John Stanley King, Long Duk Dong, Perishment, Machin’, The Hellions, Thr3 Strykes, Hive Minds, Mighty Delta-Tones and Inner Planetary Monks. A HUGE Thank you to Kevin Swank of CYM Lighting, Pat Connelly from All Star Sound, Brandon Henderson our Stage Manager and Greg Little our Production Manager, (Basically My DREAM TEAM!!) for making everyone sound and look SO AWESOME!!! and Randy

Rabbit. And thank you to Bruce Fessier, Herb Lienau, Sean Wheeler and Josh Heinz for presenting special “Trailblazer Awards” to the band, Unsound, and, Zach &Erica Huskey, and the “Pioneer Award” to Mario Lalli. Thanks to our amazing photographers Chris Miller and Laura Hunt Little. Thanks to DJ JF Discord (Jeremy Ferguson) and Lola Rossi. Thanks to Robert Chance and Mae Jones for running the front check in, Curtis Hendricks and Sarah Hendricks for helping with the trophies, Kurt Schwanker, Lisa Lynn Morgan, Josh, Pablo and Nigel for doing security, Judith Salkin, Rebecca Pikus, Michelle Brewer, Michael Brewer, Marissa Willman and My Man...Phil Lacombe for being my awesome partner in everything I do. And a good time was had by all. Thanks so much to all those in attendance :):)

May 22 to May 28, 2014

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Club Crawler Nightlife

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THUR MAY 22 29 PALMS INN; 29 Palms; 760-367-3505 Rojer & Bobby 6pm ACE HOTEL; PS; 760-325-9900 Reunion w/ DJ Day Amigo Room 10pm AJ’S ON THE GREEN; C.C.; 760-202-1111 Paul Elia 7-10pm AZUL; PS; 760-325-5533 Paula Prince 7pm BLUEMBER; RM; 760-862-4581 John Stanley King 6-10pm CASTELLI’S; PD; 760-773-3365 Patrick Tuzzolino 5:30pm CLINIC BAR & LOUNGE; PS; 760-864-4119 Spotlight hosted by Symara Stone 9pm CORK TREE; PD; 760-779-0123 Live Entertainment 6pm CUNARD’S SANDBAR; LQ; 760-564-3660 Bill Baker 6pm DESERT FOX; PS; 760-325-9555 Derek’s B-day Party w/ The Hive Minds 7pm DHS SPA LOUNGE; DHS; 760-329-6787 Karaoke w/ DJ Scott 9pm ESCENA LOUNGE & GRILL; PS; 760-9920002 Lola Rossi, Rob Carter and Denise Motto 5-9pm FIRECLIFF; PD; 760-773-6565 Sonny Evaro 6pm THE GRILL ON MAIN; LQ; 760-777-7773 Rob Martinez & Todd Ashley 8:30pm HARD ROCK HOTEL; PS; 760-325-9676 Industry Night w/ Karaoke in the Lobby 7pm THE HOOD; PD; 760-636-5220 Locals Night w/ DJ Smoke 1 9pm INDIAN WELLS RESORT HOTEL; IW; 760345-6466 Frank Di Salvo 6pm KOKOPELLI’S; YV; 760-228-2589 Karaoke w/ Roberto 8pm LAS CASUELAS TERRAZA; PS; 760-325-2794 Hot Rox LAVENDER BISTRO; LQ; 760-564-5353 Bob Allen in the lounge and Tom on the patio 6pm LIT@FANTASY SPRINGS; IND; 760-345-2450 Country Night w/ Shotgun Wedding 8pm THE LOUNGE, AGUA CALIENTE; RM; 888999-1995 Nash with Quinto Menguante 8-1am MARGARITA’S; PS; 760-778-3500 Live Music 6pm MELVYN’S RESTAURANT & LOUNGE; PS; 760-325-2323 Ron Greenip 8pm MIRAMONTE RESORT; IW; 760-341-7200 “Sassy & Sultry” featuring Gina Carey 5-8pm NEIL’S LOUNGE; IND; 760-347-1522 Karaoke 8pm-1:15am

THE NEST; PD; 760-346-2314 Kevin Henry 6-8pm Tim Burleson 8pm PAPPY & HARRIET’S; PT; 760-365-5956 Dan Bern 8pm PURPLE ROOM@CLUB TRINIDAD; PS; 760327-1161ext.230 Steve Ditullio’s Rat Pack 7pm RIVIERA RESORT & SPA; PS; 760-327-8311 Martin Ross Starlite Lounge 8pm SAMMY G’s; PS; 760-320-8041 Evaro Brothers 8pm SCHMIDY’S; PD; 760-837-3800 Red’s Rockstar Karaoke 9pm SULLIVAN’S STEAKHOUSE; PD; 760-3413560 Dude Jones 6pm TACK ROOM TAVERN; IND; 760-347-9985 Karaoke w/ T-Bone 8-12am VICKY’S OF SANTA FE; IW; 760-345-9770 Carolyn Martinez & The Trio 6:30pm VILLAGE PUB; PS; 760-323-3265 DJ Khodi Rayne 4:30-9pm, Nite Fixx 9-2am VUE GRILLE & BAR; IW; 760-834-3800 Casey 5:30pm, Slim Man Solo Show 7-10pm WESTIN MISSION HILLS; RM; 760-328-5955 Michael Keeth 6-10pm WOODY’S BURGER; PS; 760-230-0188 Bill Saitta & Friends 7pm ZELDA’S; PS; 760-325-2375 DJs 9pm

FRI MAY 23 29 PALMS INN; 29 Palms; 760-367-3505 Dana Larson 6pm 19TH HOLE; PD; 760-772-6696 Karaoke w/ T Bone 9pm ACE HOTEL; PS; 760-325-9900 Ladypills 10pm AJ’S ON THE GREEN; C.C.; 760-202-1111 Karaoke w/ AJ The KJ 8-12am AZUL; PS; 760-325-5533 Nash 8pm BAR; PS; 760-537-7337 Live Music 10pm BILLY REED’S; PS; 760-325-1946 Live Music 6-10pm BLUE BAR, SPOTLIGHT 29; INDIO; 760-7755566 DJ PWee 8pm BLUEMBER; RM; 760-862-4581 The Stanley Butler Trio 6-10pm CASCADE LOUNGE, SPA RESORT CASINO; PS; 888-999-1995 DJ Michael Wright 9-1am CASTELLI’S; PD; 760-773-3365 Patrick Tuzzolino 5:30pm CLINIC BAR & LOUNGE; PS; 760-864-4119 DJ 9pm CORK TREE; PD; 760-779-0123 Live Entertainment 6pm CUNARD’S SANDBAR; LQ; 760-564-3660 Bill

Baker 6pm DATE SHED; IND; 760-775-6699 DICKIE O’NEALS IRISH PUB; PS; 760-3252600 Lassie Jo’s Best Damn Karaoke 7pm EL MEXICALI CAFÉ 2; IND; 760-342-2333 Cesar Daniel Lopez on the harp 6-9pm FIRECLIFF; PD; 760-773-6565 Sonny Evaro 6pm THE GRILL ON MAIN; LQ; 760-777-7773 House Band 8:45pm HAMILTON’S; LQ; 760-698-8303 T.B.A. 8:30pm HARD ROCK HOTEL; PS; 760-325-9676 DJ Colourvision 9pm Lobby, DJ Shasta & MC Esjay 11pm Lobby THE HOOD; PD; 760-636-5220 Blasting Echo, You Know Who and The Hellions B-day Bash 9pm INDIAN WELLS RESORT HOTEL; IW; 760345-6466 Frank Di Salvo 6pm JOSHUA TREE SALOON; JT; 760-366-2250 Live DJ 8:30pm KOKOPELLI’S; YV; 760-228-2589 T.B.A. 7:30pm LAS CASUELAS TERRAZA; PS; 760-3252794 Palm Springs Sound Company,in the afternoon,Hot Rox,in the night LAVENDER BISTRO; LQ; 760-564-5353 Bob Allen 6pm LIT@FANTASY SPRINGS; IND; 760-345-2450 New Breed 9pm THE LOUNGE; AGUA CALIENTE; RM; 888999-1995 Hindsite 9pm MARGARITA’S; PS; 760-778-3500 Live Music 6pm MELVYN’S RESTAURANT & LOUNGE; PS; 760-325-2323 Ron Greenip 8pm NEIL’S LOUNGE; IND; 760-347-1522 Karaoke 8-1:15am THE NEST; PD; 760-346-2314 Kevin Henry 6-8pm Tim Burleson 8pm PALM CANYON ROADHOUSE; PS; 760-3274080 T.B.A. 9pm PALM DESERT COUNTRY CLUB; PD; 760345-0222 Meltdown 6:30pm PAPPY & HARRIET’S; PT; 760-365-5956 The Bastard Sons of Johnny Cash 7:30pm, Farmer Dave’s B-day Bash w/ The Allah Las, FD & The Hot Pacific Band and The Tyde and many more…11:30pm PJ’S SPORTS LOUNGE; YV; 760-228-1199 The Hive Minds 9pm PLAN B LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AND COCKTAILS; TP; 760-343-2115 Red’s Rockstar Karaoke 9pm PURPLE ROOM@CLUB TRINIDAD; PS; 760327-1161ext.230 The Gand Band 6pm RED BARN; PD; 760-346-0191 T.B.A. 9pm RIVIERA RESORT & SPA; PS; 760-327-8311 Martin Ross Starlite Lounge 6pm, Sister Speak Sidebar Patio 7pm, Mercedes Moore Sidebar Lounge 10pm, DJ J Dean Starlite Lounge 10pm SAMMY G’s; PS; 760-320-8041 Evaro Brothers 8pm SCHMIDY’S; PD; 760-837-3800 9pm SHANGHAI RED’S @ THE FISHERMAN’S MARKET; LQ; 760-777-1601 Barry Baughn Blues 8-11pm SOUL OF MEXICO; IND; 760-200-8787 Latin Rock 10pm

SULLIVAN’S STEAKHOUSE; PD; 760-3413560 Demetrious and Co. TACK ROOM TAVERN; IND; 760-347-9985 Trill 9pm TILTED KILT; PD; 760-773-5458 Tilted@Night 10pm TRILUSSA ITALIAN RISTORANTE; PS; 760328-2300 Julius & Sylvia Music Duo 6-10pm VIBE; MORONGO CASINO; CAB; 951-7555391 The Rick Whitfield Band 10pm VICKY’S OF SANTA FE; IW; 760-345-9770 Pat Rizzo & All That Jazz Band 6:30pm VILLAGE PUB; PS; 760-323-3265 T.B.A. 1:304:30pm, Nite Fixx 9-2am, DJ Anwaar Hines 9-2am VUE GRILLE & BAR; IW; 760-834-3800 Slim Man Solo Show 5:30pm, John McCormick & The Mac Band w/ DJ Randy Johnson 9:30pm WILLIE BOYS; MV; 760-363-3343 Country Night w/ R Buckle Road and Big John 5:30pm THE WINE BAR AT OLD TOWN; LQ; 760-5642201 Rob & jb 7-10pm WOODY’S BURGER; PS; 760-230-0188 Rose Mallet 6:30pm ZELDA’S; PS; 760-325-2375 Girl’s Night out w/ The Men on the Hollywood Strip 9pm

SAT MAY 24 29 PALMS INN; 29 Palms; 760-367-3505 Bev & Bill 6pm 19TH HOLE; PD; 760-772-6696 Karaoke w/ T-Bone 9pm ACE HOTEL; PS; 760-325-9900 Stronghold Reggae presents Reggae Sol noon poolside, Hot Pacific DJs 10pm amigo room AJ’S ON THE GREEN; C.C.; 760-202-1111 Cabaret on the Green w/ Les Michaels & Joel Baker 7-10pm AZUL; PS; 760-325-5533 T.B.A. 7:30pm BAR; PS; 760-537-7337 Live Music 10pm BILLY REED’S; PS; 760-325-1946 Live Music 6-10pm BLUE BAR; SPOTLIGHT 29; IND; 760-7755566 DJ PWee BLUEMBER; RM; 760-862-4581 Live Music 6-10pm CASCADE LOUNGE, SPA RESORT CASINO; PS; 888-999-1995 DJ Michael Wright 9-1am CASTELLI’S; PD; 760-773-3365 Patrick Tuzzolino 5:30pm CLINIC BAR & LOUNGE; PS; 760-864-4119 House Party w/ The House Whores 9pm CORK TREE; PD; 760-779-0123 Live Entertainment 6:30-9:30pm CUNARD’S SANDBAR; LQ; 760-564-3660 Bill Baker 6pm DATE SHED; IND; 760-775-6699 DHS SPA LOUNGE; DHS; 760-329-6787 Karaoke w/ DJ Scott 9pm DICKIE O’NEALS IRISH PUB; PS; 760-3252600 Alyce Bowie 8pm EL MEXICALI CAFÉ 2; IND; 760-342-2333 Cesar Daniel Lopez on the harp 6-9pm FIRECLIFF; PD; 760-773-6565 Sonny Evaro 6pm FIRESIDE LOUNGE; PS; 760-327-1700 T.B.A. 9pm THE GRILL ON MAIN; LQ; 760-777-7773 The Refills 8:45pm THE GROOVE LOUNGE; SPOTLIGHT 29;

INDIO; 760-775-5566 DJ 8pm HAMILTON’S; LQ; 760-698-8303 Eevaan Tre 8pm HARD ROCK HOTEL; PS; 760-325-9676 DJ Colourvision w/ DJ Kid Wonder, 11am poolside, 9pm Lobby, BB’s Annual Memorial Weekend party 9:30pm THE HOOD; PD; 760-636-5220 Black Uhuru w/ Tribe-O 8pm INDIAN WELLS RESORT HOTEL; IW; 760345-6466 Frank Di Salvo 6pm JOSHUA TREE SALOON; JT; 760-366-2250 T.B.A. 8pm KOKOPELLI’S; YV; 760-228-2589 T.B.A. 6pm, Karaoke w/ Roberto 8pm LAS CASUELAS TERRAZA; PS; 760-3252794 Palm Springs Sound Company,in the afternoon,Hot Rox,in the night LAVENDER BISTRO; LQ; 760-564-5353 Bob Allen 6pm LIT@FANTASY SPRINGS; IND; 760-345-2450 New Breed 9pm THE LOUNGE, AGUA CALIENTE; RM; 888999-1995 Hindsite 9pm MELVYN’S RESTAURANT & LOUNGE; PS; 760-325-2323 Ron Greenip 8pm MARGARITA’S; PS; 760-778-3500 Live Music 6pm NEIL’S LOUNGE; IND; 760-347-1522 Karaoke 8-1:15am THE NEST; PD; 760-346-2314 Kevin Henry 6-8pm Tim Burleson 8pm PALM CANYON ROADHOUSE; PS; 760-3274080 T.B.A. 9pm PALM DESERT COUNTRY CLUB; PD; 760345-0222 The Roadrunners 6:30pm PAPPY & HARRIET’S; PT; 760-365-5956 Freaks for the Festival w/ Chris Robinson Brotherhood 2pm, The Shadow Mountain Band 5pm, The Bastard Sons of Johnny Cash 8pm PJ’S SPORTS LOUNGE; YV; 760-228-1199 T.B.A. 9pm PLAN B LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AND COCKTAILS; TP; 760-343-2115 T.B.A. 9pm PURPLE ROOM@CLUB TRINIDAD; PS; 760327-1161ext.230 The Gand Band 9pm RENAISSANCE PALM; PS; 760-322-6100 Art of Sax featuring Sax Man Will Donato & Eddie Reddick 7-10pm RED BARN; PD; 760-346-0191 Striking Viking Celebration Party w/ Machin’, TJ Nasty and Johnny Elsewhere 9pm RIVIERA RESORT & SPA; PS; 760-327-8311 DJ Shasta, Bikini Bar noon, Martin Ross, Starlite Lounge 6pm, Sister Speak, Sidebar Patio, Mercedes Moore,Sidebar Lounge 10pm, DJ Shasta, Starlite Lounge 10pm ROCKYARD@FANTASY SPRINGS; IND; Hunter & The Dirty Jacks and Purple Reign ( Tribute to Prince ) 7:30pm SAMMY G’s; PS; 760-320-8041 Evaro Brothers 8pm SCHMIDY’S; PD; 760-837-3800 9pm SHANGHAI RED’S @ THE FISHERMAN’S MARKET; LQ; 760-777-1601 Barry Baughn Blues 8-11pm SIDEWINDER GRILL; DHS; 760-329-7929 Karaoke w/ Milly G 6pm SOUL OF MEXICO; IND; 760-200-8787 Latin Music 10pm

May 22 to May 28, 2014

SULLIVAN’S STEAKHOUSE; PD; 760-3413560 Dude Jones 6pm TACK ROOM TAVERN; IND; 760-347-9985 9pm TILTED KILT; PD; 760-773-5458 Long Duk Dong 9pm TRILUSSA ITALIAN RISTORANTE; PS; 760328-2300 Julius & Sylvia Music Duo 6-10pm VIBE, MORONGO CASINO; CAB; 951-7555391 DJ Hektik 10pm VICKY’S OF SANTA FE; IW; 760-345-9770 Pat Rizzo & All That Jazz Band 6:30pm VILLAGE PUB; PS; 760-323-3265 Rob & JB 1:30-4:30pm, Nite Fixx 9-2am, DJ Anwaar Hines 9-2am VUE GRILLE & BAR; IW; 760-834-3800 Jeff 5:30pm, Slim Man 9:30pm WILLIE BOYS; MV; 760-363-3343 Walt Young 6pm, Red’s Rockstar Karaoke 9pm THE WINE BAR AT OLD TOWN; LQ; 760-5642201 Rob & jb 7-10pm WOODY’S BURGER; PS; 760-230-0188 Stanley Butler Band 7pm ZELDA’S; PS; 760-325-2375 DJ PJ 9pm

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29 PALMS INN; 29 Palms; 760-367-3505 Bob & Allison 6pm ACE HOTEL; PS; 760-325-9900 Valida noon poolside, Slacker Sunday w/ Matt Harris 10pm AZUL; PS; 760-325-5533 The Judy Show 7:30pm BLUEMBER; RM; 760-862-4581 Steve Madaio 6-10pm CASCADE LOUNGE, SPA RESORT; PS; 888999-1995 Nash with Quinto Menguante 9pm CASTELLI’S; PD; 760-773-3365 Joe Jaggi 6pm DHS SPA LOUNGE; DHS; 760-329-6787 Karaoke 9pm EL MEXICALI CAFÉ 2; IND; 760-342-2333 Cesar Daniel Lopez on the harp 6-9pm FIRECLIFF; PD; 760-773-6565 Hal Sweasey 6pm HARD ROCK HOTEL; PS; 760-325-9676 DJ Colourvision w/ Kid Wonder 11am poolside INDIAN WELLS RESORT HOTEL; IW; 760345-6466 Ted Herman’s Big Band w/ Frank DiSalvo 6pm JOSHUA TREE SALOON; JT; 760-366-2250 Open Jam 6pm LAS CASUELAS TERRAZA; PS; 760-3252794 Palm Springs Sound Company,in the afternoon,Hot Rox,in the night LAVENDER BISTRO; LQ; 760-564-5353 Bob Allen 6pm MELVYN’S RESTAURANT & LOUNGE; PS; 760-325-2323 Sunday Jam 4-8pm NEIL’S LOUNGE; IND; 760-347-1522 Golden Era Karaoke 4-7pm, Karaoke 8pm-1:15am THE NEST; PD; 760-346-2314 Kevin Henry 7:30pm THE NEW YORK COMPANY RESTAURANT; PS; 760-778-7789 Lili Rose 7pm PALM CANYON ROADHOUSE; PS; 760-3274080 Longest Running Jam Session in the valley. Hosted by JB, Sign up 6pm

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The Pampered Palate

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May 22 to May 28, 2014

By Raymond Bill

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enjoy dining out in great local restaurants and I also enjoy cooking at home. I don’t intend to brag but I can hold my own in the kitchen, just ask my kids. All kidding aside, there is a new restaurant in Palm Springs that allows the guest to be both chef and customer by letting guests cook their own meal. Well, sort of. Smoke Tree Supper Club is a new dining venue where guests are seated at community tables that surround a large grilling station. While the restaurant’s chef will prepare your salads, appetizers and side dishes, the guest is encouraged to grill his or her own protein. Whether you want steak, chicken, pork or seafood, grab some tongs and have some fun!

We arrived early and began with cocktails on their covered patio. Seating is outside with the exception of a private dining area and a few high top tables near the bar. Like most restaurants, there are daily specials and we began with one suggested by our server. A Pork Belly appetizer arrived with a sweet and tangy mustard sauce. Three thick pieces of pork belly were placed on crisp bread and drizzled with the grain mustard sauce. It was truly incredible. We also shared a wedge salad with candied pecans, bacon and crumbled bleu cheese. Both were impressive and well portioned. Now comes the fun part. Our server presented to us our selected entrees, ready to be grilled: a fresh salmon fillet and a beautifully marbled Rib-eye Steak. We had many questions but our server was quick to answer them all with a smile. A colorful chalk board is on display with each protein selection and its appropriate cooking time, based on one’s preference. We seasoned our salmon and steak before placing it on the grill. I do love to hear that sizzle! This was an ideal time to enjoy another cocktail. The Chef was there to guide us and suggest

when to rotate and when to flip, though it was completely up to us. The result was a perfect medium rare Rib-eye and a meltin-your-mouth tender fillet of salmon. We also enjoyed a green peppercorn cream sauce with the steak and an herb butter for the fish. Not to pat ourselves on the back, but our meal was perfection! There are many side dishes to accompany your meal and all are intended for sharing. We paired our entrees with their Asiago Scalloped Potatoes and we definitely made the right choice! The evening was complete with a very creamy slice of cheesecake with a raspberry coulis and bread pudding to die for! The desserts were rich with layers of flavor. This was an experience that will not soon be forgotten. I highly recommend this restaurant to those who are willing to roll up their sleeves and make some new friends. Smoke Tree Supper Club is located in the Smoke Tree shopping center at Palm Canyon and Sunrise Way. Stop in and see for yourself why everyone is talking about this place or visit them online at www. stsupperclub.com

May 22 to May 28, 2014

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Movie Reviews with Robin E. Simmons

WWII BRIT PROPAGANDA IS A SMASH

Screeners No.113 THE MONUMENTS MEN

Maybe the best movie I’ve seen all summer was recently broadcast on Turner Classic Movies for the first time 70 years after it was initially released. Based on a 1940 Graham Greene short story (“The Lieutenant Died Last”), this rarely seen, brutal, unexpected and unnerving home front propaganda is front loaded with a visceral paranoia that is much more than a mere wartime conspiracy thriller or a Tarantinoesqe black-comic nightmare. On the surface it is a surrealist masterpiece about a troop of English-appearing army types who are in fact Nazis in the process of taking over the quaint English village of Bromley Greene in 1942. The title comes from the opening line in

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WENT THE DAY WELL?

a familiar English poem frequently used to honor the dead of WW I and later WW II. Went the day well? We died and never knew. But, well or ill, Freedom, we died for you. The film begins with a drive into town and the genial town gravedigger recollecting to the camera the Battle of Bromley Greene. He stands by a memorial in the 13th century church’s cemetery honoring the dead and reflects on the battle of some years past before Hitler was conquered (even though the film was made in the midst of war.) The quiet confidence of good conquering evil is breathtaking. The opening reminded me of the narrator in the play “Our Town.” The film was released in America as FORTY-EIGHT HOURS, but in fact the story covers 72 hours during the ill-fated German invasion. The movie opens with Nazi officer Ortier (Basil Sydney) parachuting into Bromley and contacting local turncoat Oliver Wellsford (Leslie Banks). They use the movie’s title as a password. Slowly the villagers pick up inadvertent and seemingly benign clues (an Austrian chocolate bar, numbers on a note written in the Continental manner, etc.) about the strange behavior of the British uniformed men living among them. When Mrs. Collins, the postmistress-telephone operator, alerts some of her fellow townspeople, they slowly and methodically are whipped into action, finding ways to subvert the enemy and alert the authorities. The tension and action explode when a group of villagers worshipping in the church are held hostage and the vicar is shot dead when he defiantly rings the church bell as an alarm.

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As directed by Alberto Cavalcanti, the big surprise is the savagery of the action, especially after the mild opening in the bucolic setting. Suddenly, Home Guard soldiers are shot on a patrol, and a group of children are set up to be shot in an cold-blooded effort to punish adults for disobeying orders. The resourcefulness of the townspeople in the defense of their land and homes is relentless and shocking. A Bromley woman sweet talks a German, then throws pepper in his eyes and whacks him with the only weapon handy -- an axe. And we root for her. As we do when a society woman grabs a grenade in a willing self-sacrifice to save the lives of others. There’s a righteous vengeance in the improvised, extensive combat that seems very modern – at least in cinematic terms. Ealing Studios was famous for its comedies in the 1930s. WENT THE DAY WELL? was planned as a piece of simple propaganda to warn the British public about the looming threat of a Nazi invasion. Even though that particular threat had diminished somewhat by the time of the film’s 1942 released, the movie was like an emotional injection that encouraged resilience, vigilance and courage. But even more than that, it celebrated their common bond of “pluck, fortitude and community spirit” on which the Brits prided themselves throughout the war. Watching it today, one is reminded of the sanctity and sacred place we call home and that real evil can lurk on our borders. And it is not a paranoid fantasy to be alert to those who, for whatever reason, within or outside our borders, wish to take that away from us. And sometimes the enemy can look almost like us. The movie was filmed (the cinematographer was Wilkie Cooper) in picturesque Turville in Buckinghamshire (just off the B482, if you’re headed there). It’s remains relatively unchanged and is still used occasionally as a movie location. If you have a region free Blu-ray player, there’s crisp clean transfer available on Amazon’s UK site. A DVD is available in the U.S. Ealing Studios. Blu-ray Region 2.

Good intentions and a real historical event that underscored the nobility of our Allied intentions during WW II do not necessarily make a memorable film. This is not one for the ages. This surprisingly weak action drama about a platoon rescuing great art from Nazi thieves never really kicks into overdrive. All the elements are in place: A great cast (George Clooney, Matt Damon, Bill Murray, John Goodman, Jean Dujardin, Bob Balaban, Hugh Bonneville, and Cate Blanchett) trapped behind enemy lines with 1,000 years of culture that Hitler has ordered destroyed in the wake of his falling Reich. There’s too much of an OCEAN’S 11 vibe here in what is not a caper comedy drama. Hmmm, wonder how that happened? Clooney directs from a screenplay by himself and regular writing partner Grant Heslov based on the book by Robert Edsel. Worth seeing but if the subject is of interest, read the superior book for the incredible true story. Sony. Blu-ray. POMPEII

It’s a bummer when your girlfriend is forced to marry a corrupt politician and it’s 79 A.D. and you’re a slave who’s become a gladiator and you suddenly realize Mount Vesuvius is blowing its top and you’re out of time to survive the arena, rescue your girl and escape the volcano’s wrath. Or not. This classic sword ‘n’ sandal epic delivers on the premise and it’s in pretty impressive 3D that really kicks in when the mountain goes nuts. Kit Harington and Emily Browning are the good-looking, empathetic leads in this big budget action adventure based on a real volcano that gave “no warning and no escape,” just like the poster says. Sony. Bluray. robinesimmons@aol.com

ith a colorful menagerie of outpost and out-law characters, Carl Hiaasen’s, Bad Monkey (Knoff, 317 pages), is a south Florida tale that delivers humor and mystery that makes one laugh and cringe. The story is about Andrew Yancy who has been demoted from the police department after an obscene attack on his lover’s husband with a cordless vacuum cleaner in front of a crowded cruise ship. Yes, Yancy has anger management issues as well as problems with women. Living in the Florida Keys, his lover is a fugitive wanted in Oklahoma for having sex with her minor student. Something Yancy decided to overlook as a cop because of the great sex. The small community of Big Pine Key and most of Monroe County is corrupt – not because they’re evil people, but because of the laid back nature of the place. They’re lazy, it’s hot and it won’t make much of a fucking difference. To avoid an embarrassing public trial, Yancy is given a plea deal for his act of cordless sodomy. He is ordered not see the wife and he must give up his badge. Neither goes away very easily. Stuck at home smoking pot and drinking rum, he is seething. It is not

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bad monkey By Carl Hiaasen fiction over the vacuum incident, but rather the construction of a 7,000 square foot spec home that is blocking his sunset view. The builder bribed code enforcement and the house is nine feet higher than allowed. Yancy secretly does his best to sabotage the property before prospective buyers enter the premises. After a local food inspector dies of food poisoning, the position is offered to Yancy as a way to keep his salary. He is encouraged to take the job as a means to possibly be reinstated with the police department some day. As the new food inspector, he refuses to be bribed and is not intimidated to shut down filthy restaurants. He quickly

looses weight because he won’t eat -- afraid of food after what he sees during routine inspections. When tourists on a charted fishing trip pull a human arm out of the sea while, the Sheriff asks Yancy, as a favor, to get rid of it. For the sheriff, the arm is too much trouble and not worth the paper work. Yancy is instructed to lose it somewhere. But the good cop in Yancy can’t dispose of evidence and he decides to take the arm to the Miami coroner. The coroner is a beautiful spitfire. Soon, she and Yancy become involved with the mystery of the arm and each other. Out of Miami’s jurisdiction and unable to discard the arm, Yancy keeps it stored in his freezer until one day the widow comes to collect it for burial. Yancy is suspicious and believes there is far more to the story. Turns out, before her husband died, he was wanted for insurance fraud. He was bilking the U.S. government out of millions of dollars selling motorized wheelchairs to people who never ordered them. On his own, in hopes to get back into the good graces of the police department, Yancy investigates what he believes is certainly a murder. Using only his food inspector’s badge as identification, he pursues bad guys and follows dangerous clues. He and his coroner girlfriend go to the Bahamas where they hope to get answers to break open the case in order to get the attention of those who can actually make arrests. Something a food inspector just cannot do. There, they get far more than what they expected and all hell breaks loose. On a small Bahamian island, they meet a bad monkey, a nympho voodoo queen, a cauliflower-eared barbarian, a beach bum, a drug smuggler and a serious hurricane. Crazy shit happens and in the end, Yancy

gets the bad guy, the girl, his view, but not his police job. The beauty of a story like Bad Monkey is the joy of meeting people who want to be good, but find it too damn challenging. These are people who need a “grey area” because it’s the only way to get what you want. It is a matter of survival. What’s the harm of a little compromise? Right? The protagonist, Yancy, isn’t a real bad guy per se; he indeed has a moral barometer. It’s just that he hates injustice and well, sometimes you just have to cross a line to balance the scales. Who can’t relate to that? The reader is easily manipulated to understand Yancy’s motivation. Can’t really blame the guy. Or can we? As Yancy delves deeper into the mystery, he discovers there is perhaps moral justice. The “badder” one acts, the worse the punishment -- and it has nothing to do with law enforcement. There is a cosmic justice and that is something Yancy can live with. Bad Monkey is witty and satirical. We enter not only a quirky world, but also a weird sub-culture and loose lifestyle. Hiaasen’s humor comes naturally. The many kooky and unlikely characters are tied together in unusual ways making the story a wild ride. It is somewhat predictable, but there are plenty of pleasant surprises. The bad monkey in the story is the former primate movie star from the film series Pirates of the Caribbean. But the little Capuchin has hit rock bottom. His owner deliberately “surrenders” him in a domino game. He lost his acting job and most of his fur all because he lacks selfcontrol. The monkey fights and scratches his way through life hoping someone will love him just the way he is. I believe this is Andrew Yancy’s story as well. He’s the real bad monkey.

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by Julie Buehler

Opportunity: The Greatest Gift

ou should know the name Amanda “Hot Hands” Harker. I gave her that nickname, and I’m hoping it sticks, because I’m hoping she sticks with football. Harker is a sophomore at Xavier College Preparatory High School and decided to punt playing volleyball and try out for the football team. She discovered the game as the team manager last year, but after seeing how much fun the fellas were having, she decided to strap on pads and run routes. It’s not an easy road, and right now, Harker says there’s still much to learn: route trees, a new language, a new way of training, a different mindset and, oh yeah, being the only girl on the team. Harker’s coaches love her tenacity and despite being under the weather, she still practices. Just like any other committed player would. Harker came on my radio show and said the physicality of football is a little daunting. Her parents thought she was joking when she told them she wanted to switch sports, but she wasn’t. There was an opportunity in front of her and she took it. Whether “Hot Hands” Harker becomes a star player or fails to make the team is irrelevant to me. She has the opportunity to let her athleticism, passion and work ethic decide that. That was an opportunity that I was not aware of when I was growing up or even in high school. But as famous speaker Nido Qubein pointed to, “Change brings opportunity.” Our society is changing and the once “male-dominated” sports world is opening its doors to women in a way that creates opportunity for all to dream and pursue new goals. And that is the greatest gift of all: to lift the veil of stereotypes and allow the individual to pursue their passion to the best of their abilities. Einstein once said, “All that is valuable in human society depends upon the opportunity for development accorded the individual.” That development is no longer relegated to gender stereotypes. And what’s entirely remarkable is: kids already get it. Adults need to catch up. Monday, I spoke to some 450 middle school students at Palm Desert Charter Middle School Career Day. I had a blast discussing sports talk radio, the media, the Super Bowls, NFL Drafts and Hall of Fame inductions I’ve covered and interestingly enough, in each class, I was asked if I ever dreamed of playing football as a kid. As much as I love the game, my answer was no. I played soccer and that was as close as I could get, or so I thought.

In fact, there really weren’t girls playing football when I grew up. I dressed up at Steve Young for Halloween when I was their age, but I never envisioned myself in game action because I’d never seen any other woman do it and I suppose the idea never crossed my mind. That’s why Harker’s experience is so inspiring. It’s irrelevant if she makes the team or not, I hope she does, but I’m proud of the fact Xavier’s coaching staff is letting her talent decide that, because she’s not alone. This is just the beginning. I sat next to a 9-year-old girl on a flight to Seattle last month. She saw my football research and announced to me, “I want to play football. I’ll be just like Patrick Willis.” “God bless you,” I said. She then outlined why she’s the next great linebacker, and even pointed out that her ponytail could easily fit under a helmet. Her confidence in what would have been considered ridiculous a decade ago was charming and inspiring and profound. She understood an opportunity existed in her future that I did not comprehend when I was her age or even beyond. And while I’m in sports media and therefore more keenly aware of the changes that are sweeping this industry, it’s encouraging that kids have embraced the changes and are moving into exciting lives without petty societal roadblocks to impede their dreams. And as the great Yoda said, “Do, or do not. There is no try.” No longer do women have to try to fit in sports because they’ve had brothers or some connection to testosterone. The narrative is changing so everyone can be equal in the world of sports because they love sports as much as we all do. 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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while Social Inclusion was another 6 1/2 lengths. California Chrome bounced out of the gate running, with jockey Victor Espinoza moving the colt into the clear. Pablo Del Monte, a 34-1 shot, charged to the lead and was soon joined by filly Ria Antonia. Espinoza tucked California Chrome into third, an ideal spot behind the leaders. They stayed there until making their move approaching the final turn.

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Raising revenues without Measure F

or many years before Palms Springs offered trash cans to their residents, those lucky enough to live in DHS had those wonderful large cans on rollers distributed and paid for up front by Desert Valley Disposal. The company has done an excellent job in servicing the community. Trash is always picked up as scheduled, additional days are announced for special pickups, and mailings and printed materials are bilingual in every aspect of the services rendered. This is an example of a service that doesn’t often get much media attention, but deserves it for a job well done here. In an extraordinary example of public/ private cooperation at a very successful level, the private company has recently decided to extend a one million dollar investment into their partnership and has received an extension on their contract. Fair is fair. This is a win/win for residents and the city’s budgetary and fiscal needs just at a moment when DHS city council is trying to raise money. Measure F attempts to raise taxes, but there are many ways to raise revenue that have not been responsibly explored. This agreement has brought significant relief to a fiscally tied city. Although other suggestions like a much smaller increase in the parcel tax, or a

Haddon Libby:It’s alllocal

by Flint Wheeler

History In The Making as California Chrome wins second leg of Triple Crown.. alifornia Chrome repelled one challenger and then put away another in the stretch to win the Preakness on Saturday, setting up a Triple Crown try in three weeks. The chestnut colt with the four white feet will attempt to sweep the Kentucky Derby, Preakness and Belmont Stakes, something that hasn’t been done since Affirmed in 1978. Since then, 12 horses have won the first two legs and failed to complete the sweep; the last was I’ll Have Another two years ago. Maybe the horse with the modest pedigree and average Joe owners is the one. California Chrome defeated Ride On Curlin by 1 1/2 lengths at Pimlico, covering 1 3/16 miles in 1:54.84. He’s now won six straight races by a combined 27 1/2 lengths for 77-year-old trainer Art Sherman. “It’s quite a thrill,” Sherman said. “I knew we had to run harder this race.” mentally than physically. I see another horse go to the front. I was going to sit second... I sit back, as soon as the other horse got clear of me, it worked out perfect.” California Chrome paid $3, $3 and $2.40. Ride On Curlin returned $5.60 and $3.80,

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small increase in the sales tax have been proposed, this column has made it a point to propose medical dispensaries on many occasions. After much refusal by the city council to undertake serious consideration of this badly needed revenue, a new attitude has suddenly overcome local government. It is finally understood that the additional $2M million dollars of annual revenue would not represent one cent of additional tax on residents, simply additional revenue to the city. Since DHS residents already make these purchases in Palm Springs, the

California Chrome made a move for the lead, catching Pablo Del Monte while Social Inclusion joined the chase. Pablo Del Monte soon dropped back along the rail, and California Chrome sprinted away from Social Inclusion at the top of the stretch. But there was one more challenge to come. Ride On Curlin, next-to-last in the 10-horse field, ranged up and briefly appeared ready to overtake California Chrome. Once again showing his class, California Chrome denied the threat. “It’s an awesome feeling,” Espinoza said. “Today it was just a crazy race. I got more

Political Bedfellows tired back in third and paid $3.40 as the 5-1 second choice.” General A Rod was fourth, followed by Ring Weekend, Pablo Del Monte, Dynamic Impact, Kid Cruz, Bayern and Ria Antonia. California Chrome became the first California-bred to win the Preakness since Snow Chief in 1986. Some fun California Chrome facts: Lucky number 13? California Chrome is 13th horse to win both Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes since last Triple Crown in 1978. - SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) California Chrome joins Big Brown (2008) & Smarty Jones (2004) as the only odds-on favorites to win the Preakness since 1980. ESPN Stats & Info (@ESPNStatsInfo) California Chrome is the 1st horse to win the Preakness from the No. 3 post position since Prairie Bayou in 1993. - ESPN Stats & Info (@ESPNStatsInfo) California Chrome is a favorite to win the Triple Crown (-130 at Sportsbook.ag) - rest of Belmont field +100 - RJ Bell (@RJinVegas) Now with executives at Belmont allowing California Chrome to continue to wear her nasal strip, prepare for history as California Chrome takes the Triple Crown.

Bonnie Garcia has raised most of her money from corporations, Indian tribes and unions. Elected officials have supported Garcia more than either of the other two other candidates with local notables including Brian Nestande and John Benoit. Garcia is far and away the choice of people currently serving in the State Senate. Glenn Miller’s largest contributor is Alex Haagen, the owner of the Polo Gardens where the Coachella Music Festival is held and where Miller serves as councilman. Other significant financial support comes from the Houston family and a few unions. Electeds who have given money include Doug Hanson of Indian Wells and Dana Hobart of Rancho Mirage. Miller has significant support amongst members of city councils across the Coachella Valley with the only exception being Indian Wells, a place where he once worked. Jeff Stone who hails from the Temecula

the Agua Caliente Tribe as well as teacher and police unions. Endorsements include former congresswoman Mary Bono Mack and numerous elected city council people across the Coachella Valley. Worth noting, one significant contributor is Los Angelesbased land developer, Global Investment and Development which is owned by Aaron and Joseph Rivani. In 1992, the Los Angeles Times questioned a potentially improper land deal by the City of Lancaster and Joseph Rivani, someone who has been on the state’s list of top tax deadbeats. In 2005, the Cibola County Tax Assessor in New Mexico was investigated on bribery accusations related to her dealings with Joseph Rivani. While Rivani has been dogged by questions over the years, no charges appear to have ever been filed. Nevertheless, Jeandron is his choice. Finally, in the contentious race for District Attorney between incumbent District Attorney Paul Zellerbach and Deputy District Attorney Mike Hestrin, those in charge such as the Riverside Board of Supervisors and many police chiefs support Zellerbach. The rank and file sheriff’s deputies and deputy district attorneys support Hestrin heavily with money and volunteers.

Dale Gribow On The Law With Memorial Day This Weekend…This may be the most important thing you have ever read

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taxes and fees are simply being put into the wrong city’s account. This estimate is made on existing records of current sales levels to persons listing 92240 as their residence. This source of funding should be explored before new taxes are sought. What is so amazing with this kind of out of the box thinking is that it is so appropriate to raise revenues from these dispensaries to pay for the protection of the city by the currently owned and faithful police and fire departments. As written, the measure does not guarantee any particular service

n June 3rd, about 14% of Californians will be going to the polls to vote in the primaries. While the election is called a primary, if a candidate for a seat gets more than 50% of the vote, there will be no run-off in November. If no one reaches 50%, the top two vote getters with indifference to party affiliation will be on the November ballot. While most candidates stand for and against many important things, you can potentially learn quite a bit by knowing who their largest financial backers are. Would a union support a union crusher? Would the status quo support a reformer? Ideally, everyone simply supports the person that they feel is the best candidate for the job. Nevertheless, as Ralph Waldo Emerson once said, “Show me who a man’s friends are and I will tell you who he is.” By looking at the largest financial contributors and backers for each candidate in the upcoming State Senate, State Assembly and District Attorney races we might learn more about the candidates than we learn from campaign slogans and bulk mailers. For the State Senate seat, the top three candidates are Bonnie Garcia, Glenn Miller, Jeff Stone.

area has few large donors like the other candidates. His support comes primarily from Temecula Valley wineries, small businesses and individuals that reside principally outside of the Coachella Valley. Like Miller, when it comes to endorsements, Stone boasts strong support in the Temecula Valley. In the race to replace State Assemblyman Brian Nestande who is not running due to term limits, the top candidates are two Republicans - Chad Mayes and Gary Jeandron. Chad Mayes is financially supported by some of the Indian Tribes, police and firefighter unions and Burrtec Waste Management. Mayes is endorsed by the entire Riverside Board of Supervisors as well as many on the San Bernardino Board of Supervisors. Gary Jeandron finds his greatest financial support from The Chandi Group, owners of many ARCO stations in the Coachella Valley,

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level by any department. These are being contracted out to the county as well as others as needed which will likely be more the case soon. Many people have been misinformed about the level of debt DHS carries, and the current budget needs. Even without Measure F, the city is not forced into bankruptcy. There is a need for revenue, but increasing revenue does not have to mean such enormous new taxes as written under Measure F. Also, there is some gossip of disincorporation and even confusion between bankruptcy and disincorporation. The two are completely separate. The city filed a bankruptcy about 10 years ago, and it was not required to dis-incorporate. Debt from the decisions made at the time is still pending, so there is plenty of long term debt on the books. Strategy is the making of financial plans, not raising taxes suddenly because you don’t have a plan and are desperate. That is the antithesis of strategy. Everyone is eager to see those plans come to fruition soon. Please vote your own mind on June 3! Questions and comments may be sent to: JohnPaulValdez@gmail.com

DON’T DRINK AND DRIVE IT IS A LOT CHEAPER TO TAKE A TAXI THAN HIRING ME

GIVE THIS CARD TO ARRESTING OFFICER Upon advice of my Attorney, Dale Gribow, I exercise my right to remain silent until you call him at (760)837-7500 and he okays it. My attorney has advised me that the VOLUNTARY FIELD SOBRIETY TESTS and BREATH TESTS at the scene are OPTIONAL (unless I am on probation), thus I elect not to take them. I am happy to take a Blood test.

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. For your own DUI CARD call 760 837 7500 or email dale@dalegribowlaw.com

May 22 to May 28, 2014

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CLUELESS IN THE COACHELLA VALLEY

by Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna

Make it Memorable!

hile next Monday we will be remembering the men and women who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces, Memorial Day can be thought of as one of the most important holidays in the U.S. Observed annually every last Monday of May, people usually take some time off from their work and other activities to reflect on the significance of this allimportant celebration and enjoy many outdoor activities and events. Make this Memorial day memorable by following some of these safety tips. Avoid food poisoning by cooking fresh poultry and beef properly and to instruction. Thoroughly clean the grill of any grease or dust. Do not use a grill indoors, near hazardous vegetation or near any surface that can catch fire. To prevent drowning, avoid alcohol when swimming or boating. Wear a lifejacket whenever you are on a boat. Make sure young children are supervised at all times when near the beach, on a boat, or by a pool or hot tub. Don’t swim alone. Wear sunscreen with at least an SPF of 15 or higher and apply it generously throughout the day. Wear a hat outdoors.

Drink plenty of water, especially when in the sun or if you are sweating heavily. Do not drink and drive. Wear your seatbelt at all times. Make sure your vehicle has been properly serviced and is in good condition before a long road trip. Be patient! “Many of the factors that will determine your safety over Memorial Day weekend or any time this summer will come down to good decision-making and common sense says Chief DiGiovanna. As someone who sees the consequences up close, my best advice is, know your limits, be mindful of certain risks and stay smart.” For more safety information visit: www.usa.gov/Topics/Memorial-Day.shtml Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna

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e’re in for a Fabulous week. Let us count the ways: Musical Flourishes are the embellishment of a serious romance with chocolate Bon-Bons its ornamentation (if you’re wise); “Flower Drop” is a rather unromantic term until you think of flowers dropping like pennies from heaven on Memorial day –a lovely sight in remembrance of those who helped freedom to bloom for us; Flights of Angels wearing “Kinky Boots”---what a thought—Angel View has put the “fun” into “fun”draiser; No Flim-Flam hereabouts when the Palm Springs International ShortFest comes to town and shows us the art of turning globally-acclaimed short films into long treasures, worthy of collectors’ archives; Trot your Fifi or Fido to the Pet s on Parade fundraiser –you know how much they’ll enjoy it; If that’s inaccurate, head for an artful Fling in the hills of Spain, and hide out in an old citadel for nine exquisitely romantic nights. Did we “sigh?” May we “ditto” that?

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MAYO FOR MEMORIAL DAY!

t’s Memorial Day weekend, the official start of the summer season! A simple way to make any potato salad, salad dressing or hamburger taste better is by making your own mayonnaise. It’s actually quite easy. First, you need pasteurized eggs. As most grocery stores do not sell pasteurized eggs, you should do this yourself. This is very important as trace amounts of salmonella can be on the outside of eggshells. The last thing that you want to do is give your family and friends a case of food poisoning. To pasteurize an egg, all you have to do is remove your eggs from the refrigerator for twenty minutes before submerging them in a pan of water heated to 140 degrees. Leave the eggs in for four minutes. Don’t worry your egg will not cook. Once pasteurized, return the egg to the refrigerator. Simple, right? To make one cup of mayonnaise, you will need about one cup of light olive oil, one egg yolk, one tablespoon of fresh lemon juice or white vinegar and a pinch of salt. For additional flavor, you might want to add a touch of mustard or cayenne pepper. It is important to remember to whisk in the oil at a slow and steady pace. If you have

not made mayonnaise before, plan on ten minutes of whisking or blending. If you go too fast, the mixture will break down and become a puddle of a mess that should be thrown out. If the mayonnaise looks too thick, add a teaspoon of water as you want this mixture to be thick and fluffy. Once done, your homemade mayonnaise has a refrigerated shelf life of about two weeks. You will be surprised how much better things taste when using homemade mayonnaise over the store bought versions. Happy Memorial Day!

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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, 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 which are serving 20,000 students 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.

Sponsor, joining returning sponsors H.N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation and the Houston Family Foundation. The Fair will again feature flight exhibitions, the 82nd Airborne Re-enactors, the Heat Wave Jazz Band, food vendors and a Beer Garden with local craft beers, served by the Rotary Club. Forest Lawn Memorial Park returns as Flower Sponsor of the 3,000 carnations dropping from a vintage World War II B-25 Mitchell Bomber. NEW this year is the commemoration of the 70th Anniversary of the Landing at Normandy on D-Day, June 4, 1944. Special guest of honor will be the Deputy Consul from the French Consulate in Los Angeles. Both the French and U.S. national anthems will be heard. The 1:30pm flower drop honors and memorializes all veterans who lost their lives defending the US. The white carnations are in honor of those who fought in WWI, WWII, Korea and Vietnam. The red carnations are in honor of those who died in more recent conflicts including the Persian Gulf, Desert Storm, Iraq and Afghanistan. Most programs are included with regular admission to the museum which ranges from $8 to $15. Active Military and children 5 and under are free. No discounts on Holidays. More info, call 760-778-6262.

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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 760320-2440 for tickets; 760- 413-3432 for sponsorships.

Tuesday, June 17 thru Monday, June 23. Only 7 days, but the Palm Springs International ShortFest – Short Film Festival & Film Market is long on talent, powered up on creative vision and one of the most acclaimed short film showcases in the world. Now in its 20th year, the ShortFest in Palm Springs will unspool over 300 short films from more than 50 countries. The Short Film Market will feature more than 3,000 films to buyers industry and press, with nightly receptions, seminars, master classes, scheduled one-on-one meetings, free to filmmakers who attend. For more info, call 760- 322-2930. Email: info@ psfilmest.org

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Monday, May 26, 10am. Palm Springs Air Museum 16th Annual Memorial Day Flower Drop & Air Fair Commemorates the 70th Anniversary of the Landing at Normandy on D-Day. Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians is a first time Presenting

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

May 22 to May 28, 2014

Sunday, July 13, 11:30 – 2:30pm You’ll want to save the Date for the Annual Pets on Parade luncheon at the Desert Princess Resort benefiting the Humane Society of the Desert and The Pegasus Riding Academy! And submit your POP Ad by June 20, 2014, for the Pets on Parade Book. Naturally, your Fido, Fifi, stallion, macaw, four-or- clawfooted, furred or feathered beastie is the cutest, smartest, lovingest pet in the parade on this Earth. So, put your honey where the money is. Enter the Pets on Parade “cutest

pet” photo contest to benefit two non-profit 501(C)(3) organizations, namely Pegasus Riding Academy for the Handicapped, and the Humane Society of the Desert. The Winner of the Cutest Pet Contest will be featured at the 16th annual luncheon honoring animal activist Lindi Biggi, and on the August 2014 cover of Palm Springs Life. For more information, call 760-636-9400, 760-329-0203 or 760-770-0424.

Friday, October 24 – Sunday, November 2, 2014. Join an Art Tour Spain and Morocco with the Contemporary Art Council of the Palm Springs Art Museum for extraordinary nine-night, custom-designed art tour to three cities: Barcelona, Marrakesh, and Madrid. Experience exclusive destinations and enjoy encounters with artists, architects, collectors, and curators. The tour begins on October 24 with check-in at Majestic Hotel in Barcelona and concludes on November 2 with check-out of the Ritz Hotel in Madrid. Barcelona is a city of surprises as cutting-edge art, bold fashion, and eccentric architecture merge to create the country’s most cosmopolitan city. Marrakesh, nicknamed the “Red City” is the most important of Morocco’s four imperial cities balancing the ancient and classic characteristics with a burgeoning contemporary art and design scene. Madrid had undergone dramatic renovations and architecturallysignificant transformations where traditional design has received a contemporary makeover - including the triad of exalted museums housing Spain’s treasures. The tour price includes airfares from Barcelona to Marrakesh and to Madrid. (International airfare from USA to Spain is not included.) $8,800 per person, double occupancy. Open to all museum members. Limited space. For further information please contact Gabby R. Gomez at cac@ psmuseum.org or 760-322-4823. “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 22 to May 28, 2014

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It’s Twins: The Living Desert’s Jaguar Gives Birth

ookeepers at The Living Desert have confirmed that Magia, the four-year-old Jaguar, has given birth to two cubs, announced Allen Monroe, President/CEO, The Living Desert. In preparation for her maternity, a darkened den was constructed between the off-exhibit yard and the inside holding stall. During maternity watch, only the jaguar’s two primary zookeepers were allowed to enter the holding area to provide food and water. “It’s extremely important that Magia feel safe. If she feels threatened, she may abandon or harm her cubs,” said Monroe. “Since April 26th, Magia has been in her specially built den, only giving zookeepers quick glimpses of her cubs through a small peephole.” In the coming weeks, Magia will be temporarily moved out of the den so a zookeeper can quickly and safely enter to assess the weight and sex of the cubs. In another month, the offspring will be removed for a comprehensive medical examination and vaccinations. “We are being very cautious with this ‘first time’ mother and want to give her the time she needs before we allow staff near,” said Monroe. The name Jaguar comes from the Native American word “yaguar” which means “he

who kills with one leap.” They are the largest carnivorous mammals in the Americas and the third largest feline species after the tiger and lion. Unlike most big cats, jaguars love the water and often swim and bathe, play and hunt in streams. A few intriguing facts about the world of Jaguars: · A baby jaguar is called a cub. · Litter size usually ranges between one and

four cubs with two being the most common. · Baby jaguars weigh about one and a half to two pounds at birth. · Jaguar cubs are born blind and gain sight after two weeks. · Jaguar mothers will not tolerate the presence of males after birth due to the risk of infanticide (killing of offspring), which is also common in tigers. · Cubs are weaned at three months.

THEATRE 29 ACCEPTING DIRECTOR’S SUBMISSIONS FOR 2015 SEASON

heatre 29 is beginning the process of selecting plays, comedies, dramas and musicals for their 2015

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

The Theatre 29 play selection committee will review all requests and submit a recommended 2015 season line-up to the Board of Directors for review, the full Board will make the final determination. Directors are reminded that Theatre 29 is dedicated to producing plays that are family-oriented and will attract a general audience. Directors submitting for the 2015 season must submit a script and an estimation of the shows budget, including, at least, estimated royalties and script costs. Directors submitting for the first time

to Theatre 29 are asked to include a directorial resume or biography of the candidate’s theatrical background. It is strongly suggested that first-time Directors include an Assistant Director who is well accustomed to the Theatre 29 Organization and culture. Directors will be required to adhere to the Theatre 29 Code of Conduct. The Play Selection Committee reserves the right to require and verify additional directorial qualifications on a case-by-case basis. Theatre 29 is an all volunteer NonProfit Community theater that operates as an independent 501(c) 3 tax exempt organization. All Directors, Performers, backstage crew and theatre staff are unpaid volunteers. Musicals are allowed a stipend budget for musicians. Theatre 29 will present seven productions during the 2015 calendar year. Each play will run 12 performances over a 5 week run. Each play will have a Sunday Matinee the second and fourth week. Matinees will be on Saturdays or Sundays at the discretion of the director. The schedule allows for a minimum seven week rehearsal cycle. All shows are produced at the Theatre 29 building at 73637 Sullivan Road in the City of Twentynine Palms. Tentative 2015 season slots: Show: 1: January 9 – February 7 Show: 2: February 27 - March 28

NEWS · Jaguars have no formal breeding seasons. Magia and the male, Memo, were recently celebrated at The Living Desert’s annual Zoobilee Gala, a fundraising event that highlighted their dramatic history. The Living Desert will continue to keep the public informed on the latest with Magia and Memo and their new cubs. “These two jaguars were brought together as part of the Species Survival Plan and it is great to see this success,” said Monroe. “Although it will be several months before the cubs are allowed out into the exhibit, we will have baby pictures on our website.” The Living Desert is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with last admission at 4 p.m. General admission is $17.25 Adults; $15.75 Seniors and Military; $8.75 Children 3-12; Children under 3 Free. About The Living Desert: The Living Desert is an AZA-accredited zoo and gardens that is dedicated to conservation and education. It is a familyfriendly place to explore nature and create meaningful experiences for guests that are remembered for a lifetime. For more information: (760) 346-5694 or visit www. LivingDesert.org. The Living Desert is located at: 47900 Portola Avenue, Palm Desert, CA 92260.

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Show: 3: April 10 – May 9 Show: 4: May 29 – June 27 Summer Youth Program: – July 13 August 1 Show: 5: August 21 – September 19 Show 6: October 2 - October 31 Show 7: November 20 – December 19 Directors are asked to submit their requests to: Theatre 29 Play selection committee c/o Gary Daigneault 6448 Hallee Road #5 Joshua Tree, Ca. 92252 Or e-mail to: z1077fm@gmail.com The deadline for submissions is June 30, 2014. Prospective Directors can review their responsibilities on the Directors page at www.theatre29.org. For further information call Theatre 29 Season Selection Committee member Gary Daigneault at 760-366-8471.

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FREE WILL ASTROLOGY Week of May 22

ARIES (March 21-April 19): I believe your persuasive powers will be stronger than usual in the weeks ahead. The words coming out of your mouth will sound especially interesting. I also suspect that your intelligence will get at least a temporary upgrade. The clarity of your thoughts will intensify. You will see truths you have been blind to in the past. Innovative solutions to longrunning dilemmas are likely to occur to you. The only potential snag is that you might neglect to nurture your emotional riches. You could become a bit too dry and hard. But now that I’ve warned you of that possibility, let’s hope you will take steps to ensure it won’t happen. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): If there was a Hall of Fame for scientists, physicist Isaac Newton (16421727) would have been the charter member. He was like Elvis Presley and Chuck Berry were to rock and roll, like Babe Ruth was to baseball. The theory of gravity and the three laws of motion were his gifts to the world. He made major contributions to mathematics and optics, and was a central figure in defining modern science. There is also a legend that he invented the cat door, inspired by his pet felines. Whether or not that’s true, it serves as an excellent metaphor for this horoscope. It’s an excellent time for you to apply your finest talents and highest intelligence to dream up small, mundane, but practical innovations. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): During the next 12 months you will have exceptional opportunities to soak up knowledge, add to your skill set, and get the training you need to pursue interesting kinds of success in the coming six to eight years. What’s the best way to prepare? Develop an exciting new plan for your future education. To get in the mood, try the following: make a list of your most promising but still unripe potentials; meditate on the subjects that evoke your greatest curiosity; brainstorm about what kinds of experiences would give you more control over your destiny; and study three people you know who have improved their lives by taking aggressive steps to enhance their proficiency. CANCER (June 21-July 22): The moon shows us a different phase every 24 hours, which makes it seem changeable. But in fact, not much actually happens on the moon. It has no atmosphere, no weather, no wind, no plant life, no seasons. There is some water, but it’s all frozen. Is there anything like this in your own life, Cancerian? Something that on the surface of things seems to be in constant motion, but whose underlying state never actually shifts or develops? According to my analysis, now would be an excellent time for you to revise the way you understand this part of your world, and then update your relationship with it. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Have you thought of organizing a crowdfunding campaign to boost your pet project or labor of love? I suggest you get serious about it in the next four weeks. This coming phase of your cycle will be a favorable time to expand your audience, attract new allies, and build a buzz. You will have a sixth sense about how to wield your personal charm to serve your longterm goals. More than usual, your selfish interests will dovetail with the greater good -- perhaps in unexpected ways. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Years ago I had a Virgo friend who was a talented singer. She had technical skill, stylistic flair, and animal magnetism, making her worthy of being a lead vocalist in almost any great band. And yet when she was asleep and had dreams of performing, she often found herself standing in the shadows, barely visible and singing tentatively, while her back-up singers hogged the spotlight at center stage. Moral of the story: Some of you Virgos are shy about claiming your full authority. It doesn’t always come easy for you to shine your light and radiate your power. And yet you can most definitely learn to do so. The coming weeks will be an excellent time to make progress in this direction. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): “There is always an

enormous temptation in all of life,” writes Annie Dillard, “to diddle around making itsy-bitsy friends and meals and journeys for itsy-bitsy years on end . . . I won’t have it. The world is wider than that in all directions, more dangerous and bitter, more extravagant and bright.” Your assignment in the coming weeks, Libra, is to transcend whatever is itsy-bitsy about your life. The alternative? Head toward the frontier and drum up experiences that will thrill your heart and blow your mind. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): “We are all searching for someone whose demons play well with ours,” writes novelist Heidi R. Kling. That’s good advice for you to keep in mind these days, Scorpio. Those little imps and rascals that live within you may get you into bad trouble if they feel bored. But if you arrange for them to have play dates with the imps and rascals of people you trust, they are far more likely to get you into good trouble. They may even provide you with bits of gritty inspiration. What’s that you say? You don’t have any demons? Not true. Everyone has them. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): “When people tell you who they are, believe them,” writes blogger Maria Popova (Brainpickings. org). “Just as importantly, however, when people try to tell you who you are, don’t believe them.” Those suggestions are especially crucial for you to keep in mind these days. You are entering a phase when your best relationships will be up for review and revision and revitalization. To foster an environment in which intimacy will thrive, you’ve got to be extra receptive, curious, tolerant, and tender. That’s all! Not hard, right? A good place to start is to proceed as if your allies know who they are better than you do -- even as you ask them to return the favor. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): “Kludge” (pronounced klooj) is a slang word that refers to a clumsy but effective fix for an engineering problem. It’s a cobbled-together solution that works fine, at least temporarily, even though it is inelegant or seems farfetched. Let’s use this concept in a metaphorical way to apply to you. I’m guessing that you will be a kludge master in the coming days. You will be skilled at making the best of mediocre situations. You may have surprising success at doing things that don’t come naturally, and I bet you will find unexpected ways to correct glitches that no one else has any idea about how to fix. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): I hesitate to compare you to your fellow Aquarian Kim Jongil. When he was alive and ruling North Korea, he was an egomaniacal tyrant. You’re definitely not that. But there are certain descriptions of him in his official biography that remind me of the kinds of powers you may soon exhibit. He was called The Great Sun of Life and Highest Incarnation of Revolutionary Comradely Love, for instance. Titles like that might suit you. It is said that he invented the hamburger. He could command rain to fall from the sky. He once shot eleven holes-in-one in a single round of golf, was a master of gliding down waterslides, and never had to use a toilet because he produced no waste. You may be able to express comparable feats in the coming weeks. (Do it without falling prey to excessive pride, OK?) PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Even if you had a sensitive, nurturing mommy when you were growing up, and even if she continues to play an important role in your life, now would be a good time to learn how to mother yourself better. You are finally ready to appreciate how important it is to be your own primary caregiver. And I’m hoping you are no longer resistant to or embarrassed about the idea that part of you is still like a child who needs unconditional love 24/7. So get started! Treat yourself with the expert tenderness that a crafty maternal goddess would provide. Homework: Name a beautiful thing you were never capable of doing until this past year. http:// RealAstrology Rob Brezsny Free Will Astrology freewillastrology@freewillastrology.com

May 22 to May 28, 2014

Mind, body & Spirit

PROSPERITY M

by Bronwyn Ison

anifesting true abundance and developing prosperity in your life is a realistic goal. Each of us desires to have success. You may be looking to attain prosperity in different areas in your life. Perhaps you are seeking financial gratification. You may also be seeking physical and mental reward as well. There isn’t any reason why you cannot have it all. However, this will take patience, time and diligence. Zig Ziglar says, “People are basically the same the world over. Everybody wants the same things – to be happy, to be healthy, to be at least reasonably prosperous, and to be secure. They want friends, peace of mind, good family relationships, and hope that tomorrow is going to be even better than today.” Possibly you have and are achieving everything desired by you. This must be sustained and requires nurturing. If you are aiming towards a more prosperous life there are avenues in achieving your goals. It is important to be clear about what you want out of life at any given moment. Ask yourself, “What would my life look like if I had everything I envisioned?” Sometimes we find it easier to discover what we do not want rather than focusing on our true desires. Try cuing in to your intuition. The voice within can alert you at times about what feels right or wrong. Go with your gut especially if this voice is strong and speaking to you. Writing down your goals, visions and dreams may provide you a clear map of what you need in your life. Consider writing or voicing positive affirmations to your self. Visualize yourself achieving your biggest goal. What does this look and feel like? Pray and meditate. Ask for guidance from God or a Higher Power. When praying or meditating be clear about your intentions. Listen for wisdom. Be sure to “take ACTION.” Do not fear the unknown. Remember nothing ventured, nothing gained. Goethe, the epic lyrical poet says, “Whatever you can do,

or dream you can, begin it. Boldness has genius, power and magic in it.” Making any change in your life often feels uncomfortable at first. Continue to take action. Small steps count. Put the energy to create new things in your life out into the world. The Universe will respond! Be sure to heed your thoughts. They are meaningful. Pay close attention. Ask yourself, “What do I want to create in my life?” Keep in mind life has ebbs and flows. Unfortunately life doesn’t always go in a straight line. Be ready to adjust a little. Life will throw a few twists and turns to ensure you are paying attention. Act on what you are passionate about in life. What excites you? What is fun? What do you know will not fail? Lastly, and one that tops my list… LET GO OF WHAT DRAINS YOU! Negative people and circumstances can hold us back. Minimize the clutter, which includes unnecessary distractions including people. Each of us deserves the best in this very short time here on earth. Do and be your best and good things will likely follow. Now is your time to prosper. Bronwyn Ison is the Owner of Evolve Yoga. www.e-volveyoga.com or 760-564YOGA

May 22 to May 28, 2014

Life & career Coach

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by Sunny Simon

Sunday Can Be a Great Turnoff!

ears ago I lived in Canada for a short time. What I remember most about that period of my life were the long and lazy Sundays. It seemed as if that glorious day went on forever and ever. There was time for worship, a drive out to the country to pick up fresh corn, an invigorating hike with my lover, or a day spent curled up by the fire reading a good book. One of the factors I believe contributed to making Sunday a day of luxurious respite from the hectic day-today pace was the community shut-down. The only place open for business was a minute grocery store called “Mac’s Milk.” It served as an emergency outlet in case you needed milk for the kids’ cereal on Monday morning or bread for lunches. Now if I were to revisit that Canadian town on a Sunday I could shop at the mall, pick up my dry cleaning, drive-through a Starbucks for a non-fat cappuccino or complete my weekly grocery shopping. These activities are of course identical to what I could accomplish in the valley or just about anywhere. It took some reminiscing about my Canadian experience to realize somewhere along my life’s journey I overlooked the magic of designating a day to things totally unrelated to my ever increasing “to do” list. I decided it

was time to turn back the clock. It does not take a supreme amount of effort for me to forego a mall visit or a trip to the supermarket for provisions on Sunday. What tends to invade my solitude is an overriding technology connection. Recouping the sanity of a relaxing day with no agenda other than to ponder and dream in blissful peace meant imposing a technology ban. For me it meant no tweeting, no checking in with my Facebook friends, or making new LinkedIn connections. I had a serious discussion with myself about shutting off my cell phone and refusing to boot-up my laptop no matter how much it called to me. It worked! During the course of last Sunday I found time to take a brief power nap, a leisurely bike ride to nowhere, treat my dog to a park visit and putter around the kitchen which I find highly therapeutic. Of course I DVR’d the Goodwife and quickly stashed the remote to avoid temptation. Want to reclaim your day of rest? Follow suit by powering down and calling it a day off with benefits. 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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Ask The Doctor

May 22 to May 28, 2014

by dr peter kadile

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

Dr. Kadile, I’ve been hearing a lot about MERS on the news. Isn’t it like SARS, except from the Middle East instead of China? -Jake, DHS

ake, MERS (Middle East respiratory syndrome) and SARS (Severe acute respiratory syndrome) do have some similarities. MERS is a respiratory disease caused by a virus from the same family (coronavirus) as the common cold and SARS. This virus appears to be circulating throughout the Arabian Peninsula and first appeared in Saudi Arabia in 2012. It is thought to have come from camels. The symptoms of MERS are typically fever, shortness of breath and cough. Pneumonia commonly develops and diarrhea can also be present. The symptoms can become severe, requiring hospitalization. Respiratory failure and organ failure may occur in some patients. Approximately 27% of patients with MERS have died. MERS is more severe in the older population, those with weakened immune systems, cancer diabetes and lung disease. The infection is contagious and it appears to pass from an infected person to another person in close contact. As of May 19, 2014, there have been three reported cases of MERS in the United States. Two of the cases are from people who had traveled to the Middle East. They did become ill but have since recovered. The third case is a person who had come into contact with one of those travelers but did not become ill. SARS is a very serious form of pneumonia that is also caused by a virus from the coronovirus family. This disease caused an epidemic in 2003 when it spread from small mammals in China. The symptoms of SARS were cough, difficulty breathing, fever, chills, headache and muscle aches. Diarrhea and nausea/vomiting also occurred. Many of the infected people’s symptoms

worsened and required hospitalization and developed heart failure, liver failure and/ or respiratory failure. Unlike MERS, where the spread of the disease appears to be from close contact, SARS can be contracted when an individual breathes or touches infected droplets coughed or sneezed from an infected person. SARS might also spread by hands and other objects the droplets have touched. The virus can live on hands, tissues and other surfaces for up to 6 hours. SARS is fatal in 9-12% of people diagnosed, and much higher (50%) in people over the age of 65. There have been no reported cases of SARS since 2004. Like the common cold, there is no cure for MERS and SARS. It is unclear if antiviral medication will help. Antibiotics are used for the bacterial pneumonia that may develop and steroids may help decrease the inflammation in the lungs. Supportive treatment may be needed in the hospital such as oxygen, mechanical ventilation and IV hydration. SARS was a global epidemic in 2003. Time will tell if MERS becomes a worldwide problem.

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