Coachella Valley Weekly - July 30 to August 5, 2015 Vol. 4 No. 19

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Musicians Outlet

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Desert Lightning

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Open Mic Poetry Night

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Avenida

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BARDOT NIGHTCLUB SET TO OPEN FRIDAY, JULY 31 AT HARD ROCK HOTEL PALM SPRINGS Hollywood Hotspot Brings New Nightlife Experience to Palm Springs

By laura hunt little

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

Contents Bardot Nightclub at Hard Rock.......... 3 Backstage Jazz - Summer Jazzfest.... 4 7 Sixty Automotive Group................. 5 Musicians Outlet Reopens................. 5 Desert Lightning................................. 6 Open Mic Poetry Night....................... 7 Open Mic Competition....................... 8 LMS - AMP Rocks The Valley............... 9 LMS - Avenida...................................... 9 Consider This - Brandi Carlile...........10 Art - Shaktima Brien.........................11 Pet Place............................................12 The Vino Voice...................................13 Club Crawler Nightlife......................14 Pampered Palate - Las Casuelas......16 Screeners ..........................................18 Book Review .....................................19 Haddon Libby...................................21 Dale Gribow......................................21 Safety Tips ........................................22 Sports Scene.....................................22 Free Will Astrology...........................23 Mind, Body & Spirit..........................23 Life & Career Coach...........................24 Sports Scene.....................................24

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Dave Dean (left) owner of Bardot and Andy Carpiac (right) owner of Hard Rock Hotel Palm Springs are bringing a new “smile-inducing” nightlife experience to the CV in the form of the new French-DiscoPalm-Springs-Chic Bardot Nightclub.

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he highly anticipated opening of Bardot Nightclub at the Hard Rock Hotel Palm Springs offers locals and visitors a unique, upscale club experience in the heart of Downtown Palm Springs.

Beginning at 9 p.m. on Friday, July 31, the club will welcome guests into a destination where music, service and fun converge to create a setting unlike any other in the area.

Bardot mixes French disco décor and Palm Springs chic with state-of-the-art sound and lighting installations to create a captivating nightlife space, complete with VIP booths, bottle service and DJs known for getting people out on the dance floor.

“We’re excited to partner with the Hard Rock Hotel to bring the Bardot experience to Palm Springs,” said Dave Dean, representing the Bardot and Avalon nightclub brands.

“We’ve heard from locals and visitors that there was a need for a dedicated nightclub destination in the city, so we set out to provide that. We’re thrilled with the outcome and we’re really excited to unveil it to the city.”

What can club-goers expect from the new destination? It’s not your average nightclub. For starters, a dress code will be strictly enforced. No ball caps, sandals or athletic wear. Bardot is all about style. It is a place to see and be seen. Fashionistas will fit in perfectly.

Fun and funky furnishings of high-backed chairs and chaises are being installed to set the upscale, arty tone of the club, and

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no doubt, spots for selfies of club goers.

Textures abound across the walls with bold and swirling patterns, blended perfectly with metallic surfaces and broken up with lighting installations and surround sound.

Expect great music of the EDM variety; but, not too hip-hop. Featured DJ’s will set a pulsing tone to bring guests to their feet on the dance floor. EDM mash-ups and remixes will mesmerize and take guests on a journey of sound throughout their evening experience. The latest audio visual technology will sync a light show to the music of the DJ in an atmosphere unparalleled in Palm Springs.

Already a go-to destination in Hollywood, the opening of Bardot in Palm Springs brings a new generation of nightlife to the city, welcoming club goers, music fans and experience seekers alike. For years in Hollywood, Bardot has attracted A-listers as a destination for the quality of the experience. Bardot in Palm Springs is set

to do the same.

One beautiful addition being installed just in time for the opening is an original mural by artist Stuart Patterson of Colorola Studios. The mural is a bold graphic of three Palm Springs chic modern flappers against a brightly patterned design. The ten-foot high art can be seen from the entrance as well as from the bar.

Book a VIP table at Bardot to get the full effect of the top-notch service being offered.

Setting up bottle service for your party is red carpet all the way. Your reservation will be personally confirmed by the VIP Host. When your party arrives, you will be escorted to your table and assigned a personal server for the evening. Bottle service includes mixers and exclusive location on the edge of the dance floor.

Expect a general admission cover charge of $10 per person on a standard evening at Bardot, with the fee waived if you arrive early, that is, before 11pm. On occasions when there is a special performer, ticket prices will be set accordingly.

With the opening of Bardot, Hard Rock will revamp the activities in its lobby to offer an entirely different vibe for hotel guests.

Previously the location for pulsing music, Hard Rock’s Lobby Bar will now offer a chill lounge, perfect for a rendezvous or mellow cocktail.

Bardot will be open regularly Friday and Saturday nights from 9 p.m. until 2 a.m.

Located within the Hard Rock Hotel Palm Springs at 150 S. Indian Canyon, Bardot is also available for private events. Table reservations are highly recommended and can be made online. For more information, or to book a VIP Table, visit www. hrhpalmsprings.com/bardot.

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Summer Jazzfest 2015

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ow, I’m still overwhelmed at the response from Summer Jazzfest.

I’ve been getting calls, texts, and emails raving about the party, the bands and begging me to do more events and I’m happy to say I am! Stay tuned for an announcement shortly. Not only am I going to do parties on a regular basis but I’m going to do a full-fledged jazz festival next summer. I already have backers that have contacted me to make sure that it happens.

I want to say thank you to all the sponsors who made this all possible. Coachella Valley Weekly you rock! Oasis 95.9 radio thank you so very much! Sheree Lillie Lillie Pr, Ruth Ruiz RR Class Act Entertainment, Carol Corcoran, Coachella Valley Brewery, Crater Lake Spirits, Tesla Motors, Don Vincent Store for Men, Westin Mission Hills Resort, Renova Solar, Bogle Wine, Daniel James Ryan, Canyon Copy and Print (who did the Red Carpet step and repeat) and a very very special thank you to Randy Hewitson of Musicians Outlet who provided the sound equipment despite his store burning down only days before (he opened in his new location yesterday in Palm Desert).

Joe Baldino thank you for handling getting the sound done, you are an amazing artist and a great human being. It’s a privilege to work with you. You did such an amazing job and the addition of Deanna Bogart, Chase Huna and Joey Navarro made your show rock!

Slim Man, thanks for your great performance. I loved the energy!

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A special thank you to Greg and Andrea Adams and East Bay Soul. What an amazing line up of talent, it is humbling. The people that attended were blown away and I had goose bumps. I love really good music and I’m so thrilled to be able to do work that I love in bringing these talented artists the attention they deserve.

Thank you Michael Paulo (Grooves at the Westin series) for inviting your people to my event. I appreciate it.

Thank you to the Hacienda Cantina and Beach Club and their great management, staff, servers, and owners. Everyone raved about the food, everyone!

I also want to thank everyone that attended. I loved your energy; you were in the flow and the euphoria of this great music.

I cherish all of your beautiful comments and your hugs and kisses. You made my day!

Putting this together took a lot of energy and passion and I loved doing it. Thank you all, my dear friends.

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7 Sixty Automotive Group

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ndreas Somogyi’s passion for cars began at a very young age. His very first sketch was the outline of a car, and so began a lifetime of love and admiration for a car’s bold design, curvaceous lines, and streamlined looks. He has worked in the automotive industry since he was 16 years old, gaining experience in various tuning facilities along the way with hands on training in both street and racecar applications.

Over the last decade Andreas was part of the hit television series on The Discovery

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Channel called “Overhaulin’,” working in conjunction with top fabricators in the automotive industry including Chip Foose.

While working side by side with Chip and the A-team, Andreas perfected his craft and became lead fabricator on the show.

With 11 years and 104 episodes under his belt, Andreas decided it was time to start his own shop which is located in the heart of the Coachella Valley. Here he continues to express his passion by building custom cars and creating large scale automotive racing paintings and metal sculptures.

Andreas is collaborating with the Sip coffee house and juice bar to share with others their love and passion of vehicles, and to gather for fun and stories amongst car and motorcycle enthusiasts.

Cars & Coffee events are held on the first Saturday of every month at Sip Coffee House & Juice Bar located at 44100 Jefferson St. on the corner of Fred Waring in Indio. Check them out this Saturday, August 1 from 6-9am.

You can find Andreas Somogyi at his business 7 Sixty Automotive Group at 43010 Madison St., Indio, CA 92201 or call 714.743.9260.

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Musicians OuTlet re-opens in new location

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n Monday night, July 20, at around 9:30pm Musicians Outlet caught on fire. The store was located on San Pablo in Palm Desert and had been there for 24 years. Prior to that, owner Randy Hewitson had a smaller store a few doors down for 5 years. It was devastating to watch almost 30 years of blood, sweat and tears go up in flames in just a few minutes.

Hewitson’s wife Cindy stated that they lost over 90% of their inventory. They were in the process of moving the store back to the smaller original store 5 doors down when the fire happened. “We only had moved a few items,” shared Randy. “We pretty much lost everything. Some items are irreplaceable like a signed guitar that Billy Gibbons from ZZ Top had given me. And my good friend Johnny Andreasen, who passed away a few

years ago, had given his daughter a special guitar that had sentimental meaning and I was keeping it safe for her.”

The new store was set to open this week on Monday, July 27. With only a dozen or so guitars and a couple horns, the Hewitson’s opened for business in the new location.

“We are accepting consignments, repairs and special orders until we can get some inventory dialed in,” shared Cindy. “We’ve had some loyal customers that have already brought in consignments.”

While the store’s merchandise was insured, we all know how long it can take for a claim to be paid or even an advance to come through. During this time the Hewitson’s still have to pay to keep open a store with bare bones inventory and pay employees, while not having the ability to make money to

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cover the business’ expenses much less pay their own bills.

With that said, CV Weekly has partnered with Schmidy’s Tavern to have a benefit to raise money for Musician’s Outlet. It will take place on Saturday, August 29 from noon until closing that night. Many bands have already rallied around offering to perform and help support Randy as he has done for this music community for all these years.

There will be a $10.00 charge at the door however you can give more if you wish, with all money going directly to Musicians Outlet.

All bands are donating their time as are all promoters, media, sound and stage people.

When you pay your$10 at the door you will receive a paper brick that you can sign your name on and they will all be hung on the

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wall at the new Musicians Outlet. It’s like the community helping to rebuild this business one brick at a time.

There will also be a raffle to raise additional funds. Anyone interested in donating prizes, helping with the benefit, performing at the benefit, please contact me at 760-501-6228. It takes a village and we need as many people working together to help Musicians Outlet get back on their feet. I went with Randy and opened a special bank account where people can also donate money directly. Bank info: California Bank & Trust at 73-301 Hwy 111, Palm Desert, CA 92260. Musicians Outlet Fire Fund Account# 5790626674.

Bands performing to be announced in next week’s issue.

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“Desert Lightning” Strikes Life Into Valley Businesses

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row your dreams” is the slogan for the newly formed Desert Lightning, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, that helps valley residence start or rehabilitate a business.

“What Desert Lightning has done is combine elements of an incubator, a mixuse campus, financial programs, inspiration, mentorship, training and lots of different things to start, grow and repair business,” said Steven Slomkowski Chief Business Development Officer of Desert Lightning.

“Not a single government program has done as well at getting people on the right path to business. If we can change a few lives, maybe 100 or 1000 over the next six months, then we change our communities in a positive way.”

With an office in Desert Hot Springs located at Palm Drive and Two Bunch Palms Trail (sharing the wall with the giant ocean mural of swimming Orcas), Desert Lightning has created a business center where anyone is welcome to come in, talk about their entrepreneurial dreams and maybe even set up shop.

After just three months in operation, Desert Lightning has partnered with local, state and federal organizations to bring support and resources that will help impact and improve the communities with the greatest needs.

Last week, Desert Lightning signed the US Small Business Administration’s Strategic Alliance Memorandum, which solidified a commitment to help start, maintain and expand small businesses in the CV. The memorandum grants a wider partnership allowing for broader opportunities.

Present for the signing of the memorandum were: Adalberto Quijada, District Director of the US Small Business Administration; Kyle Wagner, Director of the Coachella Valley Small Business Development Center; Joe Wallace, IHub executive and Interim President of Coachella Valley Economic Partnership; Michelle Skiljan, Coachella Valley Women’s Business Center; and Heather Coladonato, President and CEO of Desert Lightning.

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Adalberto Quijada & Heather Coladonato

Others on board with Desert Lightning include: Riverside County Supervisor John Benoit, Assembly Member Eduardo Garcia, Senator Jeff Stone and Congressman Raul Ruiz.

“This is a big, positive moment for the City of Desert Hot Springs,” said Coladonato, who is also CEO of the Desert Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce. “We have a distinct strategy behind DHS as our first location and main office. We want to change the conversation.

This brings positive representation and focuses on the business community at large.

From DHS, we are serving the entire desert region that includes both San Bernardino and Riverside counties.”

According to Coladonato, there are currently 24 companies actively involved with Desert Lightning. She said that one company is looking to make a $1.8 million investment in DHS. Under a temporary nondisclosure agreement, Coladonato could not say who the business is while it moves through the process and considers feasibility, but was optimistic about the possibilities.

“Of the 24 businesses in the Desert Lightning database, they are either in the process of developing, growing or repairing,” said Slomkowski. “The poorest communities need the most attention and we plan to measure our success by increasing the odds.”

Statistics show that nine out of 10 businesses fail the first year. Desert Lightning plans on monitoring their results and hopes to reduce that figure to six. “And with those six, we want to help them rethink their business and go with the next best thing,” said Slomkowski. “Beyond increasing the chances for businesses, our goal is to measure our success by positively changing the lives, homes and families in the community.”

Part of Desert Lightning’s focus is on minorities and women. “If we can change the central female figure in homes with something as minor as a little money, a machine and some guidance, then we are lifting that family out of poverty,” said Slomkowski.

Desert Lightning programs include working with Middle and High school kids by inspiring and training young entrepreneurs and emerging leaders. Involvement with Desert Lightning also requires a commitment to give back to the community.

The organization is currently working out details to put together a program that

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events OPEN MIC POETRY NIGHT, PART ONE AT COACHELLA VALLEY ART CENTER

HOSTED BY DEANTWANN JOHNSON

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would include assisting 12 DHS women, who, along with their dream of being in business, will each develop a business plan and raise between $800 and $1,000. Desert Lightning and their partners will contribute $4,000 or more to kick-start their businesses with hands-on help and support.

Desert Lightning was a dream of Coladonato’s for over five years as the CEO of the DHS Chamber of Commerce. After pitching to the Chamber’s board the idea of a foundation that could make it easier for small businesses to start and flourish throughout the desert region, they allowed her to nurture the vision to fruition.

“They saw the idea right away,” said Coladonato. “The Chamber’s designation is very member centric, which focuses on areas of business support services and advocacy. I knew we had to broaden that and open it up to everybody.”

Kent Helser serves on the board of the DHS Chamber and is Chairman of the Desert Lightning Foundation. “Heather had this vision for years. We saw that this organization could impact the city as well as all the businesses in the community,” said Helser. “We wanted to get past all the negative impressions people have about the city and build something positive. This is what we need to do to grow the community. It’s going to be phenomenal.

It’s all about working together to accomplish our goals.”

Helser and his partner Floyd Barten lease their building to Desert Lightning and the DHS Chamber of Commerce offices. They own and operate the adjacent UPS Store. Of the 54 UPS Stores in the Inland Empire, they are number one in monthly volume printing.

Helser and Barten have been in DHS for over two and a half years and what started with only the two of them running the store has grown to five employees -- along with their popular rescue dog, “Buddha.”

When Luis Fausto found a Desert Lightning brochure at the DHS Starbucks, it immediately got his attention. As a branding consultant and web designer, he noticed right away the polished graphics and bulletpoint programs about starting, growing and repairing business. His communications business, Creativo, is now a client of Desert Lighting.

“I live in DHS but work across the valley.

Knowing that I and so many others will now have quality resources for business closer to home, really highlights the modern and personal take Desert Lightning is bringing,” said Fausto. “As my company grows, there are business related areas where I lack experience and need help navigating the intricacies of business management. So having the hands-on consulting and resources of Desert Lightning is invaluable. I have expert support and guidance to further build and expand my business as I need it. It feels good to know that I can drop in, use the space for work and get feedback as well.”

In Spanish or English, Coladonato and Slomkowski welcome and encourage anyone looking to improve or begin a business to come to Desert Lightning and have a conversation. Coladonato and Slomkowski are friendly, cheerful, enthusiastic and eager to help.

Desert Lightning offers an “Application Station” where an application to participate in programs can be filled out in the office.

One can also visit the website at www. desertlightning.org to apply. Business analysis, support and mentoring services are all free.

“Desert Lightning is about creating positive energy for business and community,” said Coladonato. “We share a passion to teach and empower. There is great reward in trying to build a business that includes selfreliance, self-worth and wealth. We are here to help grow your dreams.”

he Coachella Valley Art Center will hold Open Mic Poetry Event, Part One, on Friday, August 7, 2015 starting at 7pm.

The event will be hosted by DeAntwann Johnson and is part of the W.O.W. (Works of Wonder) series that takes place monthly at the CVAC, located at 45140 Towne St, Indio CA 92201. The event is free of charge. Reservations may be made by visiting coachellavalleyartcenter.org, by calling 760-799-4634, or by emailing bill@ coachellavalleyartcenter.org.

DeAntwann Johnson started writing poetry as a teenager in Indiana, where he was born. He initially started writing poetry as a means of distraction from a difficult childhood. His writing allowed him to establish a voice of redemption and restitution.

When DeAntwann moved to California, he continued to hone his poetry skills under the leadership of friend and brother-inspirit Antonio “Paz 1” Appling, who was the host of the Long Beach poetry spot, “The Definitive Soapbox”. DeAntwann has hosted and performed at numerous open mics, including the famed “Da Poetry Lounge (DPL)” in Los Angeles. He was also was instrumental in starting a poetry movement at the University of La Verne by hosting open mics, launching a poetry club, and introducing the campus to a number of wellknown poets. He inspired the University to host a college poetry slam, and he helped assemble the University’s first poetry slam team.

Johnson says, “I love being involved with poetry because gives people a platform to speak where they otherwise wouldn’t be able to express themselves.”

ABOUT THE CVAC: The Coachella Valley Art Center (CVAC) is

an innovative non-profit facility for the arts to provide access to artists on all levels: the established professional, the beginner, and the student working toward an arts future.

The mission of the CV Art Center is “to enhance the creative vitality of the Coachella Valley.” CVAC is headquartered in a 17,000 square foot building that has been a part of Indio’s downtown for decades.

Along with cultivating artistic growth and exposure within the community, CVAC also showcases and preserves the founding ideas and history of art’s creative ancestors through gallery exhibits and a wide range of educational programs, symposiums, lectures, dramatic readings and workshops.

Currently the CVAC studios host several working artists whose creative areas include painting, photography, glass, printmaking and performance alongside the central area of gallery/exhibition space. Art classrooms and meeting and office space inside CVAC are utilized by and available for the Coachella Valley and Riverside County region, including programs for schools and collaborative partners.

CVAC Executive Director, Bill Schinsky, says, “CVAC was designed to cultivate introductions – new concepts, new art, artists, community, history – all crosspollinating in an atmosphere of inquiry and accomplishment, where new intersections of art and culture emerge. Our society and our community is relying on the Arts more than ever before as a way to balance what is often harshness and strife in our everyday lives.”

The Center is happy to work with members of the public to schedule tours, studio use or performances. The Coachella Valley Art Center’s address is: 45140 Towne Street, Indio CA 92201. coachellavalleyartcenter.org

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Local Music Spotlight

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Kids of A.M.P. ROCK THE VALLEY!

Open Mic Competition

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he twelfth and final qualifying week of the CV Open Mic Competition Summer edition 2015 entertained the large audience it brought! Schmidy’s Tavern in Palm Desert was packed with musicians trying to win the last qualifying spot in the upcoming Semi Finals. Fans cheered for the steep competition and DJ Alex Updike kept us groovin’ in between performances! After each performer gave it their best shot and the judge vote (50%) was tallied and added to the audience applause score (50%), it was The Classy Mother Fu?kers who pulled through and took home 1st place and $20 to Record Alley. Joseph and Jasyn, of the band, will now be moving on to one Semi Finals on 7/28 or 8/4. If they win there, they’ll compete in the finals 8/11 for a shot at a $500 trip to Las Vegas from Crater Lake Spirits, an Artist Development Workshop from Producer Ronnie King, and 8 hours of studio time plus a mix and master from JEM Productions. A very close 2nd place went to Trenches, who took home a one hour vocal lesson from KAM Studios. 3rd place was awarded to Shaman Rock who chose a $20 certificate to Record Alley.

THANK YOU to our performers at the CV Open Mic Competition for putting on a great show AND for being so supportive of the other artists: Jon Gayler, Aaron Gayler, Daniel Gayler, Antonio Silva, Miguel Castro, Paul Vasquez, Ryan Diaz, Jazzy Joel Dominguez,

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John Montez, Will Kelly, Rick Dame, Joseph Vaughan, Jasyn Smith, Donovan Doran, Jacob Garcia, Tanya Nunez, Mike Sick-boy, Marco Thoma, Dave the bassist, Matthew Maloney, Daniel Scope, Gustavo Gonzalez, Jim Holiday, Manic Mike, James Velasquez, Rick Eisenhart, Rebecca Hertsgaard, David Hertsgaard, Bijan Johnson, Juan Martinez, Wes Salacup, Trillion Drummond, Andrew Russell, Juan Espino aka Razor J, and Giorg Tierez. I hope to see you all next week TUESDAY at SCHMIDY’S TAVERN in Palm Desert to watch our Semi Finals! Look for coverage of this week’s event and the announcement of winners in the next issue of Coachella Valley Weekly!

SPECIAL THANKS to all of our sponsors: JEM Productions, Ronnie King Music, Crater Lake Spirits, KAM Studios, CV Weekly, Canyon Copy & Print, DJ Alex Updike, and the Mary Pickford Theatre. ALL AGES ALLOWED and YOU may compete EVERY week! PLUS Schmidy’s has a HOUSE DRUM SET you can use! PLEASE NOTE: Due to our overwhelming number of interested performers, sign in starts at 7pm and will be closed at 7:45pm. BRING YOUR FRIENDS, FAMILY and FANS and note that the competition usually ends by 10:30pm so be sure your friends and family know to stay until the end to voice their vote!!! For questions or information about sign-up, please “LIKE” and see Facebook.com/CVOpenMicCompetition or contact creator and host, Morgan James at MorganAliseJames@Gmail.com or text/call (714) 651-1911

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our weeks ago, these kids were pretty reserved on stage,” shared Greg Vincent, one of the panel members that weighed in on auditions for these perspective applicants. “The transformation has been absolutely amazing! Some of these kids will blow your mind.” He was right. My mind was sufficiently blown as I saw kids giving all they had, without reservation, as they did something that had only been a dream a month prior. The community turned out in droves to witness it as well. “I would estimate we had about 350-400 people at the show,” shared Kate Spates, Academy of Music Performance (AMP) Promotions Director and Coachella Valley Community Trust (CVCT) member.

The Academy of Musical Performance (AMP), a program created by the Coachella Valley Community Trust (CVCT) and funded

by Goldenvoice, celebrated the end of their four week training session with a final performance by all 36 students who auditioned and were accepted into their program. Having practiced 5 days a week, all day, the students performed a concert of songs in the bands they were placed into at the beginning of the camp.

This program that introduced these kids to all aspects of the music business was originally created with a $1,500 tuition.

But Goldenvoice stepped in, and these kids were able to have the learning experience of a lifetime at no extra cost to their families. Schools throughout the valley were represented, even as far as North Shore.

Brother and sister, Josmar and Yevalea Zepeda took the bus from the Salton Sea area every day, to and from Indio, in order to participate in the program.

Many kids played several different roles on stage, going from piano, to guitar and then to percussion at times. Exceptionally strong, original songs were performed as well as

solid tributes to rock classics. Every part of this show was produced by the kids of AMP, from the background music being played, to the documentary video that was shown and continued to be filmed. Sound, lights... you name it, these kids rocked it.

I stood back and watched Alfredo Hernandez (drummer for desert rock bands Whiskey & Knives, Kyuss, Queens of the Stone Age, Mondo Generator, Brant Bjork & The Bros) watch his son, Ivan, demonstrate his own mind blowing potential. Micah Hughes, son of desert musician Jesse Hughes (Eagles of Death Metal, Boots Electric), also was involved by running the sound board. It’s interesting to watch some of our own desert music legends passing the torch to their children.

Many families were there cheering loudly for the ones they love, but so were members of the media. I ran into many people in the local music scene who were just as inspired as I was. “I was totally amazed and pleasantly entertained by these fantastic kids,” shared Andy Cahan, who has played with the likes of The Turtles, Jimi Hendrix, Little Richard, Chuck Berry and Harry Nilsson. “They were so professional and so good, my jaw dropped to the ground. They are all going to be very happy musicians when they grow up.”

So what is next for these kids and AMP? “Plans are underway for another camp next year,” says Spates happily. “Our wrap-up meeting is late in August and we’ll start the planning. Goldenvoice has pledged to do another camp next summer, and we are working out the details. Many of the bands are staying together, and I heard that one band, “The Originals”, are actually scheduled to play at the Date Festival! By all accounts, their lives were changed for the better with this 4 week investment. It was truly amazing.”

For more info about CVCT or AMP, please visit cvcommunitytrust.org/AMP or call (760) 863-2333.

AVENIDA

July 30 to August 5, 2015

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Rockers with Heart and Soul

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f you have visited The River in Rancho Mirage, the Palm Springs Village Fest, The Purple Room or any of a dozen or so venues and events throughout the Coachella Valley over the past year or so, you may have had the privilege of checking out the winners of 93.7 KCLB’s 2015 Battle of the Bands, Avenida.

That is because, although this four-man crew of early twenty-somethings has only been an official band for less than a year, within that time-span they have garnered quite a bit of well-deserved attention throughout the valley for their undeniable talents as performers.

That being said, the average Joe who stumbles upon and enjoys an Avenida gig is most likely oblivious to the causes and passions that motivate them to do what they do.

Avenida’s current members include the Gonzales brothers, Samuel (lead-vox and bass), Vincent (vox, guitar and harmonica) and Josiah (keys), along with drummer Jose Juarez. Not only do they play music together, they all work together at the non-profit organization, Desert Arc which exists to improve lives and provide opportunities for individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

I had a chat with eldest brother and keyboardist, Josiah Gonzales about what these guys are actually up to and why. Frankly, what he told me simultaneously blew my mind and melted my heart. Gonzales: “The art program at Desert Arc has been in existence for about 8 years now under Director, Ken Boone and currently, it is being fully funded by the proceeds earned by our band from gigs we pick up throughout the desert. The art program runs weekly after normal program hours, and we usually have around 30 or so clients participating in activities such as expressive painting and mural projects under the guidance of volunteers. Some of our clients’ artwork has been featured in local galleries and art shows which is great.”

Let’s be honest…...when you ask the average 20-something year-old rockers what their inspiration was for starting a band, there are a few typical responses that most of us would expect to hear such as, “for the love of the music” and of course, “for the love of the girls.” However, it isn’t every day that you hear about young musicians who are using

their rock-band status to promote and fund a program for charity. But, after getting to know Avenida and the history of the band-members, it isn’t difficult to comprehend what kind of background and upbringing has fostered such an unusually generous and conscientious group of guys.

Josiah Gonzales: “We still double as the worship-team for our church. My parents are pastors of a small, Spanish-speaking congregation that meets at King’s School in Palm Springs called, Agape. My dad got my siblings and I training in music when we were kids so, although the Avenida project is relatively new, we have been playing music together for most of our lives.”

I have first-hand experience at what it is to live the life of a pastor’s kid, AKA, “PK.” Josiah and I spoke at length about what it is to grow up in a life centered around ministry. For those who aren’t familiar with the lifestyle, let’s just say that, when your parents run a church, its more than likely that you end up wearing many, many hats over the years.

Josiah Gonzales: “When you grow up as a PK, it becomes second-nature to just do whatever needs to be done.”

Not only are the guy’s from Avenida, doing what needs to be done in order to fund the arts program at Desert Arc, they are doing it well. In addition to their recent victory at the battle of the bands competition, they have also earned a spot in the semifinals for the current openmic competition at Schmidy’s Tavern (formally held at the Tilted-Kilt), hosted by CV Weekly’s own, Morgan James. Josiah Gonzales: “We participated in the first round of competition last March and won. We will come back to play up against the other semi-finalists on July 28th.

The winners are chosen by judges scores and audience response so hopefully we will get a good group there for support.”

Find out when and where to experience Avenida on facebook and Twitter! facebook.com/littlestreetmusic twitter.com/avenida_music If you are interested in contributing to the amazing programs at Desert Arc, give them a call or contact them on their website.

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Firewatcher’s Daughter” (ATO Records) BRANDI CARLILE “The

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et you didn’t know that Brandi Carlile is a band. Well, it’s true. Not in a Jethro Tull kind of way, where no one in the band was named Jethro, nothing that confusing.

The band is comprised of twins Phil and Tim Hanseroth, and centered around the astonishing vocal prowess of Brandi Carlile.

Brandi Carlile was born and raised in Ravensdale, Washington, a tiny town 40 miles outside Seattle. It was an isolated upbringing that allowed Brandi, and her siblings, Jay and Tiffany plenty of outdoor activities like hiking, fishing and building forts. But music was an early obsession.

Her mother, Teresa, had been a singer, so Classic Country was a constant presence growing up. As a child, Brandi was captivated in equal measure by Patsy Cline and Elton John. She made her singing debut at age eight, performing Johnny Cash’s “Tennessee Flat Top Box.” By her teen years, Brandi had learned guitar and began to haunt the Seattle bar scene, playing anywhere she could. (This included a gig as a back-up singer in an Elvis Presley Tribute band.)

It was during this time she met Phil and Tim Hanseroth. The twins had been playing in a band called the Flying Machinists. Impressed by their vocals, musicianship and songwriting talents, she promised them “if you start a band with me, I’ll get us signed and on the road within a year.”

In 2003, Dave Matthews caught the band’s performance at the Sasquatch Music Festival and became an ardent supporter. The following year they signed with Columbia Records and Brandi Carlile’s self-titled debut arrived in 2005.

The album was warm and intimate, powered by Brandi’s protean vocals, the Twins’ instrumental prowess and the trio’s combined songwriting skills. Publications like Rolling Stone, Interview and Paste proclaimed her an “artist to watch.” Their profile was raised considerably after a series of opening gigs with heavy-hitters like Dave Matthews, Shawn Colvin and Chris Isaak.

The band’s talents attracted the attention of T-Bone Burnett. An accomplished musician and producer, Burnett got his start touring with Bob Dylan’s Rolling Thunder Review. He has recorded several critically acclaimed solo albums, but his

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métier is production.

Burnett has been behind the boards for seminal albums from Los Lobos, Elvis Costello, Counting Crows, Wallflowers, Sam Phillips and Gillian Welch. His production on soundtracks like “O’ Brother Where Art Thou,” “Cold Mountain” and “Crazy Heart” have garnered multiple Grammy and Academy Award nominations, culminating in a “Best Song” Academy Award in 2010.

Burnett produced Brandi Carlile’s second effort, The Story in 2007. It successfully avoided the dreaded sophomore slump by building on the themes of the debut. Then presenting them in a more brooding and dramatic fashion. Again critical acclaim was nearly unanimous, and the album peaked at #41 on the Billboard charts.

Suddenly Brandi Carlile’s music was everywhere; Toyota commercials, “Grey’s Anatomy” episodes and cheesy Nicholas Sparks movies. For their third album, Rick Rubin took the production reins.

A superstar producer in his own right, Rubin has worked with everyone from LL Cool J and the Beastie Boys to Tom Petty, Slayer, the Red Hot Chili Peppers and the Dixie Chicks He is credited with single-handedly reviving the career of Johnny Cash. His stripped- down recording style has benefitted recent releases from Neil Diamond, ZZ Top and Black Sabbath.

The resulting record, Give Up The Ghost arrived in 2009. Accented by a warmer sonic palette, the album included contributions by Heartbreaker Benmont Tench and Red Hot Chilli Pepper, Chad Smith. It also featured a genuine duet with childhood idol, Elton John. This time they peaked at #26 on the charts.

Between their third and fourth studio albums, Brandi Carlile found time to record a live effort.

Live At Benaroya Hall With The Seattle Symphony was released in 2011. Along with their compelling originals, the recording included knowing covers of classics by Simon & Garfunkel, Elton John and Leonard Cohen.

Having experienced the majesty of performing with a symphony orchestra, their next album was a stylistic 180. Bear Creek was a bare-bones affair.

Named after the rural recording studio/barn in tiny Woodinville, Washington. The sound was equal parts ballsy and bucolic. It was also Brandi Carlile’s final album for Columbia Records.

With a sweet nod to serendipity, Brandi Carlile is now signed to ATO Records, the boutique label

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co-owned by Dave Matthews. ATO offers a more artist-friendly atmosphere than a corporate behemoth like Columbia. Their first album for the label is The Firewatcher’s Daughter.

The first two tracks, “Wherever Is Your Heart” and “The Eye,” offer testament to the versatility of this band. On “Wherever...” rapid-fire acoustic arpeggios accompany Brandi’s solitary pledge of romantic allegiance, until the Twins kick the tune into overdrive with a pile-driving rhythm, pliant bass lines and gritty guitar.

The mood pivots on a dime with “The Eye.” Hushed Gospel harmonies and liquid guitar licks underscore lyrics that offer a former flame spiritual succor as a panacea to crippling addiction. “It really breaks my heart to see a dear old friend go down to the worn out place again/I am a sturdy soul and there ain’t no shame in lying down in the bed you made, can you fight the urge to run for another day?”

Four tracks jettison the Folk flavor of past albums for a more rollicking, Rock & Roll sound.

Wordless vocalese rides roughshod over a loping rhythm and snap-back strummy guitar on “The Things I Regret.”

The introspective lyrics catalog past sins and offer contrition, “It’s hard moving on from the things you’ve done wrong, when they play in your head like an old fashioned song/When you’re wearing on your sleeve all the things you regret, you can only remember what you want to forget.”

“Mainstream Kid” blends Punky, raucous guitar riffs with a pummeling back-beat. The lyrics take a swipe at the band’s former label and its need to pre-package and pigeonhole their unique talents. “You can own me, you control me, individuality has never stood a chance with you/Jump into the mainstream.”

Brandi’s vocals pivot between yodel and war cry, perfectly matching her defiant mien. She howls and yowls over an instrumental break that can be best described as a Psychedelic Hoedown.

The lyrics on “Blood, Muscle, Skin & Bone” are a naked plea for some emotional rescue; “I need somebody strong for when I’m feeling weak, with an open heart that can listen/For when my soul is too tired to speak.” The message is nearly eclipsed by the quirky arrangement and rip-roaring instrumentation, an irresistible mix of jaunty hand-claps, Stonsey guitar chords, plus a soaring guitar solo that recalls “Joshua Tree”-era U2.

Finally, “Alibi” is a swivel-hipped Rockabilly Rave-Up that crackles with electricity. Skeletal percussion and boomerang bass lines provide ballast for twangy guitar licks and Brandi’s

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flirtatious and cajoling lyrics.

The action slows for three songs, highlighting the trio’s individual songwriting skills. “Beginning To Feel The Years,” by Phil Hanseroth is a quiet piano ballad accented by ukulele, cello and slide guitar. The lyrics are a quiet encomium to enduring love; “As long as you’re beside me along the way, I’m going to make it through the night and into the light.”

The cello also figures prominently on Tim Hanseroth’s “Wilder (We’re Chained).” Although Phil and his wife, (Brandi’s sister), Tiffany, and Brandi and her wife Catherine are all new parents, it is Tim who has written a tender invocation to the newest members of the family. “You came into the world with eyes as clear as water, you didn’t look a thing like your grandmother’s daughter/With a heart so heavy and beating like a drum, neither did you look like your grandfather’s son.”

Finally, Brandi’s “I Belong To You” is powered by fleet fretwork, lonesome pedal steel, cello and ethereal harmonies. Sweet and funny lyrics illustrate the symbiosis that occasionally accompanies married love; “Today I sang the same damn tune as you, it was ‘Lady In Red’ I hate that song and I know that you do too.” The end of the track gathers speed as Brandi repeats the title like a mantra.

Other interesting songs include restless farewell of “Heroes And Songs” and “The Stranger At My Door.” The latter is a torch and twang extravaganza that concludes with a fiery “Johnny Comes Marching Home Again” coda.

The album closes with a surprisingly buoyant cover of the Avett Brothers’ slightly macabre “Murder In The City.” Lush strings and a lone acoustic guitar shadow lyrics that imagine a homicidal end.

Self-produced, with assistance from veteran producer, Trina Shoemaker, The Firewatcher’s Daughter was recorded quickly at Bear Creek Studio. Brandi’s wife, Catherine, was eight months pregnant when the process began and the album was delivered just a couple of days before their daughter.

Freed from the constraints of a giant corporate label, the trio skipped the demo process and mostly wrote and recorded on the spot. The spontaneity and sense of urgency shines through.

Ten years in, the songs feel richer, the arrangements more intricate, and the harmonies more familial. Life experience has deepened their sound, and this band just gets better and better.

he bricks and mortar location of Gallery 446 was lost to make room for a hotel complex. But today the world moves in virtual time and Gallery 446 continues its mission to showcase art that matters. The current on line exhibition, Surreal Visions Online Painting & Photography Exhibition runs through September 8, 2015.

Artist in Residence, Shaktima Brien, curated the exhibition. Shaktima is currently involved writing and producing her film noir, Mirages.

The Surreal Art movement was born out of the Dada Movement. It began to take hold in the early 1920s. The movement sought to “resolve the previously contradictory conditions of dream and reality.” Surrealist works contain elements of surprises juxtapositions of real and fantasy. The driving force of the movement, André Breton stated that Surrealism was a revolutionary movement. For some, the movement seemed illogical, nonsensical fraught with disturbing images. For others, surrealism was the dictation of thought in the absence of all control exercised by reason. Freud, free association, dream analysis were tantamount to the Surrealist manifesto.

Surreal Visions showcases the work of 33 artists. “My intent,” stated Shaktima, “was to put out a call for artists, to review and select pieces for the show. As the submissions came I found myself in a quandary. The relevance and talent of these artists astounded me.”

“I hope that people will receive these new visions as timeless reflections from the soul, deep consciousness, existential wholeness, and psychological insights on the human condition. For example, works such as Where I am (Angela Romeo) and The Minotaur Sheds Her Secrets (Sarah Stone), refer to mythology to remind us the organic environment we share.”

“The Surreal Visions show was a challenging task. As with curating any exhibition several submissions resonated with deeper layers in the universal psyche for the ensemble or their work. In the Art category, two artists share ex-aequo the honors: Marie Chantal Le Breton for a paradoxical worldview, where disorder reigns with style, and Robert R. Bradshaw for his one-act play pieces that aren’t actually recording a fact so much as creating an effect.

His images engage the viewer, to expand his or her imagination.”

In photography, Dale O’Dell took the honor. “He impressed me with his landscapes that exist outside the laws of physics, logic and normalcy. That’s what I call ‘surreal,’” stated Shaktima.

Gallery director, Dimitri Halkidis, continues his constant dedication in supporting and promoting the arts in the Coachella Valley. “Without Dimitri’s support, this exhibition would not have been possible,” said Shaktima. “It is important that we as a community continue to support local galleries like Gallery 446. Art needs to be seen and it is imperative that we support galleries that support our Coachella artists.”

Surreal Visions Online Painting & Photography Exhibition, juried by Shaktima Brien, runs through September 8. The work can be seen and purchased at www. gallery446.com/collect/shaktima.html. For more info on the virtual world of Gallery 446, visit www.gallery446.com or search for them on facebook.

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PET PLACE

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ur pets are part of our family, and we want to do everything possible to help them live long and healthy lives. My special cat Isis lived for 24 years with good vet care that included homeopathy and healthy diet. Small dogs can easily live for 17 years or longer. Large breed dogs have a life span of 12 to 15 years.

What are some of the things you can do to increase the time your treasured pet spends on this earth?

1. FEED A HIGH QUALITY DIET Pets that are fed a high quality pet food have shiny coats, healthy skin, and bright eyes. They have a stronger immune system, good intestinal health, better mental acuity, and healthier muscles and joints. Some pet owners are opting to make their own pet food. Healthy recipes are available on the internet by Googling “healthy pet food recipes”. My favorite local specialty pet shops are Cold Nose Warm Heart and Pet Oasis where knowledgeable staff can direct you to the best brands for particular animals. PetSmart and PetCo carry a wide variety of the healthier brands.

Some dog owners are switching to “grain free” products which they believe lessens

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the risk of food allergies. Grain free dog food more closely mimics a dog’s ancestral high protein diet. Avoid some of the multicolored “cheap grocery store” brands filled with dyes and unhealthy additives.

2. WATCH YOU PET’S WEIGHT! Overweight cats and dogs are at higher risk of disease and health issues. Obesity puts a strain on joints, and causes severe knee and back conditions. The risk of heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and other serious illnesses medical problems is increased for overweight animals. Don’t give in when Fluffy pleads for extra treats. Not all animals can monitor themselves when you “free feed”.

3. GET REGULAR VETERINARY CARE Ensure that your pets receive their annual vaccinations. An annual visit to your vet for a routine examination may uncover unknown health issues that need to be treated, and an early diagnosis will enhance your pet’s recovery.

4. KEEP YOUR PET’S MOUTH CLEAN Oral health issues can cause your pet pain and make it difficult for him to eat.

Untreated oral issues can lead to heart and kidney disease. Teeth cleaning performed

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under sedation by your veterinarian, is an option if you can afford it. Meanwhile, pick up toothpaste and a brush kit made specially for cats or dogs and learn to brush their teeth. Seek advice on what dental treats to purchase.

5. DON’T LET YOUR PET ROAM FREE The life expectancy of cats is greatly reduced if they are allowed outside. Pets that roam the neighborhood are susceptible to many dangers including predators, theft, automobile accidents, exposure to poisons, and exposure to contagious disease.

PHOTO OF JOHN AND SCHOEP John Unger and his 19-yr-old shepherd mix dog, Schoep, became a Facebook sensation due to this lovely photo. Schoep loved his dips in Lake Superior, and the warmth and buoyancy of the water soothed his arthritis. John asked his friend Hannah Stonehouse Hudson to take a photo as a tribute to the dog because he feared the end was near. The photo of Schoep in John’s arms touched the hearts of animal lovers everywhere, and donations poured in to provide Schoep with expensive laser treatment and daily glucosamine pills.

Scheop lived another 20 months, enjoying their walks through the Wisconsin woods.

Meet Zanni Raven coated Zanni is one special pup! This Lab mix girl is 80 pounds of happy energy. Just 1 ½ years old, she was rescued by Loving All Animals.

Adoption donation.

Call (760) 834-7000.

mEET jazza Jazz up your summer with Jazza! Rescued by ForeverMeow. Contact (760) 335-6767 to adopt Jazza or one of her buddies.

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In July, 2013, John posted, “I breathe, but I can’t catch my breath. Schoep passed away yesterday.” John set up the Scheop Legacy Foundation to help low income pet owners with the remaining donations.

State of the art medical care helped extend Schoep’s life. This dog’s longevity was also a result of the loving bond that John and Schoep shared. Provide your pet with loving attention, and the bond you share will nurture his spirit and keep his body healthy.

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think we’d get through the month of July without commenting on the most famous extreme bicycle race—La course cyclist—around the country of coqau-vin and wine? Of course not, thank you— Vous-êtes tres doux!

Hopefully, you wine & cyclist enthusiasts caught a few if not many of the 21 stages of races of the La Tour de France which just completed last Sunday. Simply watching the final race into Paris on the famed Avenue des Champs-Élysées gets the wine a-flowing for the celebration anywhere you’re at!

It’s been a busy summer, so if you missed out on the three-week event and/or forgot to DVR the final surge into Paris—not to worry.

I know there are still some wine & Tour de France snobs around who would want us to get the total race experience with partying and festivities. But our local wine-wise guy, Costa Nichols, owner of the Palm Springs Desert Wines & Spirits, which sits inside GoDeli Market, has us riding high—back-in-thesaddle again!

This last weekend, Costa hosted a terrific Tour de France wine tasting at the store. As is always the case with his late-afternoon Saturday tastings, he was spot-on with an array of excellent wines, this time, selected from French wine country that are perfect for summer consumption, light, refreshing and of course quite charming.

And with you CV readers and vinophiles especially in mind, he’s made sure to have kept plenty of stock for you to enjoy a gustatory La Tour de France at your own time and leisure. Allons-y! All of the below listed wines are available at Desert Wine & Spirits with the special sale price that you won’t find anywhere else. Take it away—Costa...

2012 Dopff & Irion Pinot Blanc, Alsace.

Lists at $15; Sale price $13.95 The Dopff and Irion family traces its vineyard origins in Alsace to the 16th century. This winery located near the Rhine produces lovely dry Pinot Blanc with enjoyable fruit. This wine with a pale yellow color is fresh and fruity showing white plum and peach, with some smoked flavors.

It is round and soft, well balanced, with a nice freshness; an easy-drinking crisp wine.

2014 Millet Freres Sancerre, Loire. List $28.00; Sale $24.95 The upper Loire Valley is known for two iconic wine growing subregions: Pouilly Fumé, and Sancerre. Nearly all wine cultivated in these areas are from the Sauvignon Blanc variety. Crisp, appropriately acidic, and aromatic, these wines are an amazing experience on both the nose and palate. They also tend to be somewhat more expensive compared to Sauvignon Blancs from other regions, for good reason.

2013 Minuty Rosé, Côtes de Provence.

List $16; Sale $13.95 Château de Minuty is located on the St Tropez Peninsula, with

its vineyards virtually overlooking the Mediterranean. This rosé is quintessential of the local style, with the blend employing the little-known Tibouren grape, a variety grown almost exclusively in Provence. The aromatic harmony of Grenache and Cinsault, too, are much in evidence, with notes of peach and candied orange. The wine offers a clean nose of citrus fruit, offset by subtle floral and candied notes. Fresh acidity makes for an incisive and lively palate, with a rounded feel.

The mouth is fresh and round.

2014 Château du Puget, Côtes de Provence. List $16.00; $Sale13.99 The climate at Puget is Mediterranean and along with the terroir makes typical Côtes de Provence rosés that are fresh and fruity. This pale orange-pink colored wine offers ripe fruits, spice and a tangy orange and pepper

character. The Grenache, Cinsault and Rolle blend is full-bodied and rounded, offering a good opportunity to be paired with food.

2013 Kermit Lynch Red Côtes du Rhône List $13.50; Sale $11.75 Louis Barruol is actually the winemaker of this delightful red. He is the fourteenth generation in his family to be making wine in this sixteenth-century Domaine in Gigondas.

He selects the best parcels he can find from his own and from other northern Rhône producers, then Kermit shows up and either has a cuvée bottled unfiltered, or he blends to find the assemblage that satisfies his esthetic criteria. Sounds like fun.

2014 Domaine de Cristia Grenache, Vin de Pays. List $29; Sale $23.99 The property of the Grangeon family for many generations, Domaine de Cristia is located in Courthézon, on the eastern sector of Châteauneuf-du-Pape and spreads over 58 hectares. This 100% Grenache is from vieilles vignes—old vines, 65 years old. It overdelivers for the price.

All right then Costa…thanks much for your time and your Tour de France picks. And I’d like to remind everyone that his Saturday wine tastings are $10 per customer, with $5 credited towards purchase of the featured wines of the day.

Desert Wines & Spirits 611 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Suite #22, Palm Springs, 92264 760327-7701 This was the 102nd annual Tour de France covering a total distance of nearly 2,100 miles including seven mountain stages with 5 summit finishes. It was the 21st time that the race began in another country besides France and the 6th time from the Netherlands— which is a record.

This year’s winner was the Brit Chris Froome for a second title. British riders have won three of the last four Tour de France races.

And the official Champagne Chris Froome toasted with was the Champagne de Castelnau Brut Réserve Tour de France Limited Edition 2015 The brand’s limited edition yellow and black bottle design pays homage to this great race and the famous jersey worn by the winning cyclist. Cheers & Félicitations!

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HOODOO COCKTAIL GARDEN @ THE HYATT; PS; 760-322-9000 Bill Ramirez 6:30pm HUNTER’S; PS; 760-323-0700 Live VJ 9pm INDIAN WELLS RESORT HOTEL; IW; 760345-6466 Frank DiSalvo 6pm JOSHUA TREE SALOON; JT; 760-366-2250 Live DJ 8:30pm KOKOPELLI’S; YV; 760-228-2589 Larry James Band 8pm LAS CASUELAS TERRAZA; PS; 760-3252794 Palm Springs Sound Company in the afternoon, Hot Rox in the night LIT@FANTASY SPRINGS; IND; 760-3452450 Opposite Attraction 9pm THE LOUNGE; AGUA CALIENTE; RM; 888999-1995 DJ 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 Mark Gregg & The Horde 9pm PAPPY & HARRIET’S; PT; 760-365-5956 The Farmers 8pm PJ’S SPORTS LOUNGE; YV; 760-228-1199 T.B.A. 9pm PLAN B LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AND COCKTAILS; TP; 760-343-2115 Red’s Rockstar Karaoke 9pm PURPLE ROOM@CLUB TRINIDAD; PS; 760327-1161ext.230 Palm Springs JUMP ! 7pm RED BARN; PD; 760-346-0191 91 Octane 9pm RIVIERA RESORT & SPA; PS; 760-327-8311 Martin Ross Starlite Lounge 7pm, Hot Wyre Sidebar Lounge 10pm SAMMY G’s; PS; 760-320-8041 Evaro Brothers 8pm SCHMIDY’S; PD; 760-837-3800 CV Weekly Presents: Bound By Years, Contortion and Redivider 9pm SHANGHAI RED’S @ THE FISHERMAN’S MARKET; PS; 760-322-9293 Barry Baughn Blues 8-11pm SHANGHAI RED’S @ THE FISHERMAN’S MARKET; LQ; 760-777-1601 Smooth Brothers 8-11pm SHELLY’S LOUNGE@TORTOISE ROCK CASINO; 29 Palms; Rojer Arnold & Bobby Furgo 9pm SMOKIN’ BURGERS; PS; 760-883-5999 Ron James 6pm SOUL OF MEXICO; IND; 760-200-8787 Latin Rock 10pm

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SAT AUGUST 1 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 Aaron Castle & Friends noon poolside, Aaron Castle & Friends 10pm AGAVE LOUNGE@THE HYATT REGENCY; IW; 760-674-4080 Art of Sax 8pm AJ’S ON THE GREEN; C.C.; 760-202-1111 Cabaret on the Green Open Mic w/ Les Michaels and Wayne Abravanel 7:30pm AZUL; PS; 760-325-5533 Denise Carter 7:30pm BAR; PS; 760-537-7337 Jesika Von Rabbit and The Voodoo Organist 9pm BART LOUNGE; C.C.; 760-799-8800 DJ and Dancing open 6pm-2am BISTRO 60 @TRILOGY; LQ; 760-501-0620 The Carmens 6pm BLUE BAR; SPOTLIGHT 29; IND; 760-7755566 DJ PWee BLUEMBER; RM; 760-862-4581 Gina Carey 6-10pm CASCADE LOUNGE, SPA RESORT CASINO; PS; 888-999-1995 DJ Michael Wright 9-1am DHS SPA LOUNGE; DHS; 760-329-6787 Karaoke w/ DJ Scott 9pm EL MEXICALI CAFÉ 2; IND; 760-342-2333 Cesar Daniel Lopez on the harp 6-9pm FIRESIDE LOUNGE; PS; 760-327-1700 T.B.A. 9pm THE GRILL ON MAIN; LQ; 760-777-7773 T.B.A. 8:30pm

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LAS CASUELAS TERRAZA OFFERS SPECIAL SUMMERTIME MENU ITEMS

TRY THE TASTY NEW COCHINITA PIBIL TORTA AND COOL PASSIONFRUIT MARGARITA Las Casuelas Terraza is a downtown Palm Springs landmark with its two outdoor patios, high arched ceilings and world-class Mexican food and remains one of the most popular destinations in the Coachella Valley with its outdoor palapa bar, live music and dancing under the desert stars, nightly.

With nearly 100 tequilas and mescals offered from its Tequila Hall of Fame, a large selection of Mexican beers and an extensive menu offering award-winning MexicanAmerican cuisine, Las Casuelas Terraza is popular with locals and visitors dining in Palm Springs. Additionally, the full menu is offered “to-go” from the kitchen door, at Pronto behind the main restaurant.

To reach Las Casuelas Terraza or Pronto for take-out, please dial 760-325-2794.

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The cochinita pibil torta (translated in both Mayan and Spanish as “underground roasted pork sandwich”) is a tropical Mexican classic. The tender pork meat is marinated in annatto seeds, fresh citrus, spices, and finished with a mango salsa, black beans, avocado, lettuce, tomato, and red onion served on a house baked bolillo roll. Offered with fries, it’s on the menu for $12.95.

To cool down on a hot summer day or evening under the palapa on the patio at Las Casuelas Terraza, a passion fruit margarita is being poured with the ultra-premium Casamigos Blanco Tequila and house made passion fruit liqueur and fresh lime juice.

This refreshing and tasty cocktail is offered for $8.95.

“Our summer specials are light and refreshing,” said Patrick Service, general manager of Las Casuelas Terraza. “There’s nothing better than a delicious sandwich and a cold margarita on a hot summer day.”

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Movie Reviews with Robin E. Simmons

CRUISE CONTROL

Screeners No.175

motions, including the now de regueur highrisk stunts that at first have a visceral impact but finally add up to an eyeball numbing sensation. When it’s all over, like most of this summer’s diverting popcorn pics, or a thrill ride at an amusement park, it all melts away like so much cotton candy left in the sun too long. Now playing everywhere.

NEW FOR THE HOME THEATER: WHITE GOD

MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: ROGUE NATION I’m not a big fan of Tom Cruise or his movies because it’s hard for me to separate the actor’s highly publicized private life -including his outspoken Scientology beliefs -- from the characters he plays on screen.

That said, his latest big screen extravaganza is a lot like the previous four outings in the MI oeuvre. There’s no question that Cruise’s Ethan Hawk appears surprisingly fit and clearly nowhere near retiring in this solid, action-packed entry that will surely gobble up big box office hauls wherever it plays around the world. As per usual, the fate of

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Meanwhile, Hagen is captured and sent to the pound where he seizes an opportunity to escape and lead a rebellion against the human race. This beautifully photographed revenge fantasy set in Budapest is a tough movie to watch at times but it’s balanced with supremely rootable human and dog protagonists. Made me think a little of Hitchcock’s THE BIRDS but with fur instead of feathers WHITE GOD set a new world record for the jaw-dropping number of dogs used in filming. All the dogs in the movie came from shelters or the streets. After filming ended, they were all placed in loving homes. Interesting extras include a behind the scenes featurette about the remarkable training of the huge number and variety of dogs. Magnolia. Blu-ray.

PAUL BLART: MALL COP 2

the free world hangs in the balance in this most impossible of all missions -- so far.

Director (and co-writer) Christopher McQuarrie has fashioned a tense, superficially relevant story about the threat from an organization called the Syndicate that’s triggering terrorist attacks in order to establish a New World Order. Too bad the IMF has been disbanded, leaving Ethan Hawk “out in the cold,” as we say in the spy biz. But -- no surprise here -the ever resourceful Hawke puts the old team together and joins forces with the wonderfully named Ilsa Faust (Rebecca Ferguson) an alienated British agent who may not be all that she seems.

A series of terrific, eye-popping set pieces –- that I will resist describing here so as not to spoil the movie experience -- makes this worth seeing on the big screen. Action fans will not be disappointed in the state-ofthe art cinematic craftsmanship on display.

Cruise determinedly goes through all the

Hungary’s official submission for the 2015 Academy Award® for Best Foreign Language Film and Winner of the Un Certain Regard Award at the 2014 Cannes Film Festival, Kornél Mundruczó’s startling film about dogs rebelling against mankind for equality has already developed a rabid (no pun intended) following.

A new set of Hungarian laws favor pedigree and purebred dogs, placing harsh tax on those who own mixed breeds. These severe mandates have real consequences, especially for 13-year-old Lili (Zsófia Psotta).

Already a pawn in her parent’s bitter divorce, she can’t understand why her dog, Hagen, is less important than other dogs. When her enraged father leaves Hagen in the streets, heartbroken Lili sets out to find him.

Silly, feel good family films are always worth noting. Kevin James has found a welcome niche with his lovable, brave, bloated, inept mall cop character Paul Blart.

In many ways, James reminds me of the late and much missed Jim Varney. Not so much as a similar character, but as a godhearted, lovable goof. This franchise could go on forever as there’s a seemingly infinite number of crimes to solve and criminals to confront. Blart, unarmed and at the bottom rung of law enforcement, never the less has his dreams and his integrity. In this outing, single father Blart is on a Vegas vacation with his teen daughter who is about to head off to college. While Blart deals with personal father-daughter issues and attends a security guard convention, a major art heist is underway at the posh hotel. Naturally, Blart rises to the occasion and, against great odds -- most of them due to his physicality, lack of a lethal weapon and basic training -- saves the day and resolves his controlling issues with his cutely plump daughter (a wonderful Rain Rodriguez). The direction

by Andy Fickman is just right, especially in the tightly choreographed fight and action sequences. ). If you’re feeling down, check out Blart’s latest adventure. It will lift your spirits without offending your sensibilities.

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Book Review Magical Birds and A Rehab Warrior

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ho isn’t awed by those little flying creatures that dart around our azure blue sky and hover while taking nectar from desert blossoms? Beyond their amazing flying skills, their magnificent colors dazzle our eyes with flashes of electric purple, luminescent magenta or neon tangerine.

Speed, beauty and intelligence are only a few things to discover about the amazing hummingbird in Terry Masear’s Fastest Things on Wings: Rescuing Hummingbirds in Hollywood (Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, 320 pages). What is most significant in this labor of love – both for the birds and the writing of the book -- is the effect hummingbirds have on human beings.

Author Masear is a hummingbird rescuer and rehabilitator. She, her husband, several cats and nearly a hundred hummingbirds live in their West Hollywood home just blocks from the Pacific Design Center in the heart of the overpopulated Los Angeles sprawl.

From April to August, Masear takes time off from her job as an English professor at UCLA to tend orphaned and injured hummingbirds.

Whether the birds are brought to her home or she picks them up, each bird gets a name, attention and specialized care. Her singular objective is to release a healthy bird back into the wild.

Every season she receives over 2,000 calls about the little darlings. But being a

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hummingbird rescuer and rehabilitator is not a self-designated title. It is a Federal crime to keep hummingbirds or any wild animal without a permit. Masear got all the required licenses and permits for wildlife-rescue. Further, she had to acquire all the equipment, cages, feeders and incubators before she could pass a state inspection.

Masear’s book covers one season in which she shares colorful stories of the people and hummingbirds with whom she comes in contact.

Masear travels to a Holmby Hills mansion, a movie set and coaches a Malibu resident how to save a nest of fledglings on a branch hanging over a cliff above the Pacific Ocean. All types of people, from Goths to gardeners, at all hours day and night, do what they can to help the little birds.

Woven into each chapter are the amazing facts about these marvelous creatures. For instance: A hummingbird’s baseline body temperature is 105 degrees; the color of a nest and its construction style identifies the type of

hummingbird; hummingbirds don’t eat ants and do eat over 400 fruit flies a day; there are 330 species of hummingbirds in North America and they only exist in the Western Hemisphere; 16 species breed in the US; they can dive at over 65 mph, weigh less then 4 grams, migrate up to 7,000 miles, and can impale the heart of an adversary in combat with their sword-like beaks!

Throughout the narrative, Masear shares the ongoing story and rehabilitation of Gabriel, the first hummingbird she saved before becoming a rehabber. Years later, the same bird shows up once again requiring her help adding to the mystery and magic of life.

LA rehabbers take in over 400 hummingbirds in a season. Along with the encounters of birds and humans, Masear has a very good rehab success rate. Of the 160 birds Masear cares for, 135 are released. But, it is what she learns about herself and others as she nurtures the birds to health that is equally compelling and inspiring.

The humans who bring in the birds, more often than not, require nurturing as well.

With regular close contact and a deep compassion for the birds, Masear has come to know the subtle messages the birds relay through vocalizations and body language. Her close observations have made her an expert at analyzing their behavior and condition. The bird relationships force her to reconsider her own human condition and behavior.

The author shares not only her journey but how being a rehabber changed her life. Masear writes that she had an “…insidiously creeping midlife sense of disillusionment and lack of purpose to feeling gifted and necessary.” A black belt, Masear often turns to Lao Tzu for insight, patience and understanding for both birds and humans. This helps her cope with the stress of life, death and extreme rehab fatigue.

In the Los Angeles metropolitan area, thousands of hummingbirds have to coexist with

18 million residents. Hummingbirds die and get injured. State-sponsored and private non-profit wildlife organizations admit more than 1,000 hummingbirds into Southland rescue facilities.

This book is much more than just about hummingbirds. It’s a wonderful tale about the care and keeping of the wild creatures that exists around us and what they can teach us when we take time to not only observe and listen, but to show compassion.

I am incredibly impressed at the strength of character and resilience Masear musters to work with dying, injured or orphaned hummingbirds.

It makes me appreciate the good work CVW columnist Janet McAfee and organizations like Loving All Animals do for the needy creatures in our valley.

Masear says at the end: “My job is to harness callers’ unchecked emotions, refine them, and turn them back out as something productive and purposeful, something that, despite man’s carelessness and nature’s indifference, reintroduces the beauty of life into our fallen world.”

Besides rehabilitating hummingbirds, Masear is rehabilitating people by helping them be more empathic, compassionate and conscious of all living things.

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Westcoastless Crew, Spankshaft, The Dirty X’s and Higher Heights 9pm SHANGHAI RED’S @ THE FISHERMAN’S MARKET; PS; 760-322-9293 Barry Baughn Blues 8-11pm SHANGHAI RED’S @ THE FISHERMAN’S MARKET; LQ; 760-777-1601 Smooth Brothers 8-11pm SHELLY’S LOUNGE@TORTOISE ROCK CASINO; 29 Palms; Rojer Arnold & Bobby Furgo 9pm SIDEWINDER GRILL; DHS; 760-329-7929 Karaoke w/ Milly G 6pm SMOKIN’ BURGERS; PS; 760-883-5999 Ron James 6pm SOUL OF MEXICO; IND; 760-200-8787 Latin Music 10pm SULLIVAN’S STEAKHOUSE; PD; 760-3413560 Dude Jones 6pm TACK ROOM TAVERN; IND; 760-347-9985 TBA 9pm THREE SIXTY NORTH; PS; 760-327-1773 Darci Daniels 6:30pm TILTED KILT; PD; 760-773-5458 T.B.A. 9pm TRILUSSA ITALIAN RISTORANTE; PS; 760-328-2300 Julius & Sylvia Music Duo 6-10pm VIBE, MORONGO CASINO; CAB; 951-7555391 DJ Hektik 10pm 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 Chris Lomeli 8pm WESTIN MISSION HILLS; RM; 760-3285955 Courtney Chambers 6pm WILLIE BOYS; MV; 760-363-3343 TBA 8pm WOODY’S BURGER; PS; 760-230-0188 Stanley Butler Band 6:30pm ZELDA’S; PS; 760-325-2375 DJs 9pm

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Haddon Libby Donald Trump and Grumpy Old Man Syndrome

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rumpy Old Man Syndrome. We all know someone who suffers from it. He complains about everything and nothing all at once.

Donald Trump is the poster curmudgeon for Grumpy Old Man Syndrome. The other day while Trump was chastising fellow grouch John McCain for his poor record on veterans of war services, he had to embellish the critique by saying that McCain was, “a war hero because he was captured…I like people that weren’t captured.”

Grumpy Old Man Syndrome is an actual condition caused by a mix of lowered testosterone, health problems and longterm psychological and emotional problems that become most evident between the ages of 60 and 70. It is thought that nearly 70% of men over 70 struggle due to various degrees of man-opause.

The natural male behavior of ‘fight or flight’ often becomes anger as we age… which explains the appeal amongst many elder males to the shouting heads at Fox ‘News’.

It also explains why literally every woman on Fox ‘News’ is blonde, attractive and under 45 years of age - exposure to attractive women has a positive affect at increasing testosterone.

Testosterone is the most important

male hormone. It is in large part why men behave like men. As men age, they produce less testosterone and more estrogen, a key hormone to women. From the age of 60, testosterone drops quickly. Where a woman suffering through menopause might cry, man-opause means that men will yell.

The Mayo Clinic states that supplements are not the answer to dealing with this male life change.

Michael Gurian, author of “The Wonder of Aging: A New Approach to Embracing Life After Fifty” has extensively studied the condition. In his findings, he found that men over fifty need to begin shifting to more age appropriate identities. Gurian cites a personal example where it became

increasing difficult to play soccer after he turned 50. He came to realize that he had to shift away from the sport he loved to activities that he could better manage.

So how can one avoid becoming a Grumpy Old Man? Most importantly, do things that make you happy and vital to society. This will help deal with the psychological and emotional issues that occur because of a loss of identity due to the end of a work career.

Dr. Michael Hart, an expert in male aging, urges his patients to get in shape as overweight and out of shape men have far less testosterone than their fit counterparts.

Get eight hours of sleep in a dark room.

Poor sleep patterns rob men of testosterone.

Get plenty of sex and think about sex when you are not having it.

Eat foods rich in Vitamins C and E as well as zinc as those reduce environmental toxins that rob men of this key hormone.

Keep stress levels low. Also, do not eat a low fat diet but eat the healthy fats found in avocado, nuts and olive oil.

Maintaining the highest testosterone possible is the key to feeling better. As such, stay away from soy and flaxseed both are rich in phytoestrogens. Licorice is an estrogenic food so avoid it. So is spearmint.

Whole grains have gluten and gluten has prolactin which lowers testosterone. As such, men should live with gluten-free diets.

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Do not drink from plastic bottles as those bottles leak phthalates or BPA into the beverages and phthalates mimic estrogen.

As soft drinks are typically acidic, the acids help draw the phthalates into the liquid.

Lastly, beer has 300,000 IUs of estrogen per 100 grams of hops. Hart states that when you drink, drink vodka in moderation as alcohol turns testosterone into estrogen.

Men do not all have to become grumpy as they age - simple lifestyle and dietary changes can help men live happier, more fulfilling lives.

Haddon Libby is Managing Partner of Winslow Drake, an investment management and advisory firm, and can be reached at hlibby@winslowdrake.com.

Dale Gribow On The Law

ATTORNEY REVEALS WHY YOU DO NOT NEED A LAWYER TO PREPARE A WILL

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ost people do not know that you do not need a lawyer to prepare a will.

Yes, that is correct: you can prepare what is called a Holographic Will by writing it out in your own handwriting with nothing else on the paper. You cannot use a letterhead from a business or hotel and you cannot use a date stamp for the date let alone typing anything on it!

Any of the preceding items would make the proposed WILL invalid. A Holographic Will has to be dated and signed as part of the writing and show that it was meant to be a will. In other words that it had TESTAMENTARY INTENT. Your holographic should state “This is My Last Will and Testament, dated July 29, 2015 in Palm Desert California.”

The question is not whether you can prepare a will on your own, but rather, whether you should hire a lawyer to prepare a will for you. The answer is a clear YES. You should not do it yourself. A Will is not that expensive for an attorney to prepare. In addition the consequences of failing to prepare it right are very serious.

For instance say you want to leave $1,000,000 to each of your two boys and you give one son a $1,000,000 bequest and the other a diamond or home worth a million. What happens if the diamond or home is sold before you die? The answer is that the son to whom you left the diamond or home gets nothing because it is no

longer in existence. The other son still gets his $1,000,000.

In addition you may need estate planning that goes beyond the need for a will. You may want to put a home in a trust or buy life insurance to pay the estate taxes. Legal advice can be invaluable in those circumstances. A few years ago I had a radio program and I opened each show with the saying “People Don’t Plan to Fail, They Fail to Plan”. Many well educated and famous people whose names you know did not plan ahead.

When U.S. Senator Robert Kerr of Oklahoma died he left an estate valued at $20,000,000. The IRS immediately demanded $9,000,000 from his astonished heirs. However market conditions at the time meant the family would have to sell various stocks and real estate at a substantial loss…just to pay the sudden taxes.

They liquidated what they could but could only raise $3,000,000. Thus they had to borrow the other $6,000,000. In the end most of the estate went to interest payments and the IRS and not to the beloved family and very frustrated heirs. The family went into debt.

If this can happen to the $20,000,000 fortune of a well-educated U.S. Senator (and long standing member of the Senate Finance Committee), then if could happen to anyone.

And it does!

In addition, many famous people have died without Estate Planning and their estate was

a mess. Walt Disney, Marilyn Monroe, Elvis Presley, J.P. Morgan and John D. Rockefeller are a few who did not plan ahead. They failed to plan.

When I have lectured and asked the question “Have you completed an estate plan?” I get answers as follows: Widow: “I don’t really have an estate; I only have some money in a checking account, some personal jewelry and my dog Bella.”

Domestic Partner: “I don’t really have an estate. Kevin and I have a house in joint tenancy so, when I die, it will bypass Probate and pass directly to Kevin... isn’t that right?”

Grandparent: “I made a Will about 10 years ago before having grandkids. I’m sure it covers everything.”

Well, the good news is that, whoever you are, however old you are and regardless of how little or how much money or other assets you have, YOU DO HAVE AN ESTATE!!! The bad news is that, UNLESS YOU TAKE THE TIME to ensure that both you and what you have is safely monitored; your community estate could be a mess.

What if you should become INCAPACITATED? Do you have an Advanced Health Care Directive?

Is it on file at Eisenhower, Desert Regional or JFK Hospital?

In April 2012 I took my mother in law to Eisenhower and was surprised when they asked her if she had her Health Care Directive on File with the hospital. I had a copy in my office but not at the hospital.

We didn’t realize at the time, that it would help if you filed it at the hospital before the need

arises. Then you would not have to go home to get it. Eisenhower now has a health care directive on file for our entire family.

Every reader should put this Coachella Valley Weekly down now and do the same…today. A health care directive is VERY INEXPENSIVE in our office because we do not want to see our neighbors in the CV have problems because they did plan ahead and later became terminally ill… so contact me TODAY at 760-837-7500 or email dale@dalegribowlaw.com.

To be sure your family does not have to face these problems with death, remember not to get behind the wheel and be involved in a fatal auto accident (whether it is your fault or not) or get arrested for a DUI…I don’t need the extra business.

DON’T DRINK AND DRIVE, CALL A TAXI OR UBER…IT IS A LOT CHEAPER THAN CALLING ME DALE GRIBOW TOP LAWYER - Palm Springs Life 2011-2016. For more than 30 years Gribow has been committed to protecting client’s civil and criminal constitutional rights. Regardless of whether the matter concerns a Serious Accident, DUI, Business, Real Estate or Estate Planning issue, every case is diligently handled with the utmost of respect and care. Gribow offers clients decades of experience and success, thus making him the attorney of choice for thousands of clients.

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by Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna

Week of July 30

We’ve Seen Fire And We’ve Seen Rain – And Were Going To See More!

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e feel the impact every day.

Warm temperatures and lack of rain continue to increased drought conditions. With greater evaporation, particularly during the summer and fall, this will and is exacerbating drought conditions resulting in an extremely high increase of wildfires. Fires are spreading at a phenomenal rate of spread.

A deadly and disastrous rate that impacts us all!

“Though we have had monsoonal rains, and many are forecasted in the near future, it’s important to remember most of the fuels that surround us are what’s known as ‘one hour fuels’ reminds Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna. What this means is it takes only about one hour to completely dry out our vegetation and ready to burn even after a rain storm. The conditions out there because of the drought have caused

all of the fuel and vegetation to become extremely dry and readily available to burn.

The fuel moisture ‘content’ is critically low so it’s definitely contributing to how quickly fires spread.”

This is a double edged sword so don’t be fooled. The national weather service continues to show evidence of additional rain through both summer and winter months. Expect fire and expect rain. Both will be at dangerous levels. Where ever you live, prepare for both.

They will have a profound impact on all of us!

For more info contact your local fire department and visit: readyforwildfire.org w a t e r. c a . g o v / f l o o d s a f e / c a - f l o o d preparedness/fpw-day5.cfm Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna

Training Camp Hype: To Believe Or Not To Believe? Part I

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very year there’s a steady stream of training camp storylines that football fans love to wrap their hope around.

But please realize that with the 24-7 sports media cycle, it’s a requirement to post religiously and rigorously and keep feeding the voracious appetite of said football fans. And so, ladies and gentlemen, we have the yearly ritual not uniquely called “Training Camp Hype.”

It’s like the whole NFL has HBO Hard Knocks personnel waltzing through their camps with pen and paper ready to jot down any complimentary phrase or reason to believe YOUR team is going to be THE team THIS year.

So the next few weeks I’ll be here to let clue you in on some training camp storylines more likely than Hollywood breakups and ones that are as real as a Kardashian marriage.

Hype To Believe: 1) The Raiders Will Be Good. Sure they’ve been bad, really bad, pathetically bad actually, for the past decade plus. And sure, there’s been some level of optimism in year’s past.

(DISCLAIMER: Mainly by deranged Raider fans who don’t know the difference between a football and an actual animal bladder.) But this year IS different. First, the team has a quarterback that actually puts the football where his receiver is rather than where the defense is. So that’s like the difference between life before and after Edison invented the light bulb- there can be light at the end of the tunnel! Derek Carr is a solid- not great- but solid quarterback that has a gifted receiver in Amari

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Cooper, revamped offensive line and a Trent Richardson, formerly known as a first-round running back. While I’m not endorsing any hype around Richardson in particular (and there will be some, that’s how you know it’s training camp), I am endorsing the hype around the Raiders new secondary, second-year linebacker Kahlil Mack and new head coach Jack Del Rio. Now before you think I’ve been spending too much time watching The Bachelorette, please consider that Del Rio took the Jaguars to the playoffs. The Jaguars. And then never accuse me of watching that terrible show again. Ever.

I’m not saying the Raiders will be a playoff team, but they can say good bye to being a laughing stock and depending on how well the new pieces gel, it would not surprise me to see them as a playoff team.

2) Adrian Peterson Will Be Good. See Alex Rodriguez. Actually ARod is more of an anomaly than what Peterson could do this year.

ARod, beofre his remarkably productive year, took a whole year off coming down from ‘roids and recovering from injury. Peterson took the year off after a child-abuse scandal rocked the NFL and he was placed on the Commissioner’s Exempt List- i.e. the NFL didn’t know what else to do but pay him to be out of the public eye.

Point is, he’s going to be fresh, motivated and reports are coming out of Vikings’ camps that his workload will get “heavy.” And why not, those legs haven’t been trucking through the NFL for a year. Additionally, his quarterback should be making large strides in improvement

by Julie Buehler as well. Teddy Bridgewater was the highest rated passer over the last 5 games of the season and considering his college stats, where he improved in every major statistically category year in and year out, and you can understand why there’s so much optimism in the humiditydrenched summer headlines. Feel free to believe it.

3) Jen Welter As The First Female Coach In The NFL. I love, LOVE, this story. Sure it gives me hope that one day I’ll be hired as the linebackers coach for my beloved 49ers, but more importantly, Dr. Jen Welter is HIGHLY deserving of this hire regardless of gender. I’ve known Dr. Welter for years and she is one of the rarest of individuals who is the same person whether she’s talking to a 5th grader grabbing a slurpee at a 7-11 or breaking down her path to a doctorate degree in a room of academics. She’s real, authentic, kind and intensely passionate about football. And she’s that way with every breath, not just when there’s cameras on. It’s not surprising that the Arizona Cardinals head coach, Bruce Arians, a man whose integrity is unquestioned and who’s irreverence to convention is unbridled, would be the man to hire the NFL’s first female coach.

It’s currently an internship, but don’t be surprised if Dr. Welter opens a number of doors for other women whose intense passion and love for football catapults them through and beyond any glass ceiling. She’s certainly someone to root for. I always have and will continue to do so.

sports Scene Next week’s column we’ll cover some stories about Hype That’s Just Hype: 1) Tim Tebow Has New Throwing Motion.

Yeah, and I’ll give up my beer on Sundays.

Some habits diehard (like beer and football) and some habits don’t die (like a decade-plus of a bad throwing motion).

2) Anything With Jameis Winston In The Headline. Not only is Winston willingly fanning any flames of hype, but the Buccanears’ franchise has been so starved for so long of a franchise savior, they wouldn’t know one if Mike Alstott ran him over.

3) The Broncos “Running Game” Will Change Peyton Manning’s Game. This one makes me laugh. Last year he threw the 3rd most attempts of his career. So yeah, he’ll throw less, but that’s like saying a Ferrari is faster than a 6-Series BMW. So tune in next week for Part II of Training Camp Hype: To Believe Or Not To Believe?

In the meanwhile, catch me on KMIR News every night. We hope to be your home for high school in the fall and the best local sports features you can find!

Julie Buehler hosted the Coachella Valley’s most popular sports talk radio show, “Buehler’s Day Off” every day for 3 years, but now she can be exclusively seen on KMIR sharing the coolest stories in sports. She’s an avid gym rat, slightly sarcastic and more likely to recite Steve Young’s career passing stats than American Idol winners. Tune in to KMIR’s nightly news or KMIR.com for her sports reports.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): “I am very much in love with no one in particular,” says actor Ezra Miller. His statement would make sense coming out of your mouth right about now. So would this one: “I am very much in love with almost everyone I encounter.” Or this one: “I am very much in love with the wind and moon and hills and rain and rivers.” Is this going to be a problem? How will you deal with your overwhelming urge to overflow? Will you break people’s hearts and provoke uproars everywhere you go, or will you rouse delight and bestow blessings?

As long as you take yourself lightly, I foresee delight and blessings.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): In her io9.com article on untranslatable words, Esther Inglis-Arkell defines the Chinese term wei-wu-wei as “conscious nonaction . . . a deliberate, and principled, decision to do nothing whatsoever, and to do it for a particular reason.” In my astrological opinion, the coming days would be a favorable time to explore and experiment with this approach. I think you will reap wondrous benefits if you slow down and rest in the embrace of a pregnant pause. The mysteries of silence and emptiness will be rich resources.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): “I always liked sidepaths, little dark back-alleys behind the main road -- there one finds adventures and surprises, and precious metal in the dirt.” The character named Dmitri Karamazov makes that statement in Fyodor Dostoyevsky’s novel The Brothers Karamazov.

And now I’m thinking that you might like to claim his attitude as your own. Just for a while, you understand. Not forever. The magic of the side paths and back-alleys may last for no more than a few weeks, and then gradually fade. But in the meantime, the experiences you uncover there could be fun and educational. I do have one question for you, though: What do you think Dmitri meant by “precious metal in the dirt”? Money? Gold? Jewelry? Was he speaking metaphorically? I’m sure you’ll find out.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): “Sometimes the road less traveled is less traveled for a reason,” says comedian Jerry Seinfeld. His implication is that rejecting traditional strategies and conventional wisdom doesn’t always lead to success. As a professional rebel myself, I find it painful to agree even a little bit with that idea. But I do think it’s applicable to your life right now. For the foreseeable future, compulsive nonconformity is likely to yield mediocrity. Putting too much emphasis on being unique rather than on being right might distract you from the truth. My advice: Stick to the road more traveled.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): I expect you to be in a state of constant birth for the next three weeks. Awakening and activation will come naturally. Your drive to blossom and create may be irresistible, bordering on unruly. Does that sound overwhelming? I don’t think it will be a problem as long as you cultivate a mood of amazed amusement about it. (P.S. This upsurge is a healthy response to the dissolution that preceded it.)

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Expiration dates loom.

Fond adieus and last laughs and final hurrahs are on tap. Unfinished business is begging you to give it your smartest attention while there’s still time to finish it with elegance and grace. So here’s my advice for you, my on-the-verge friend: Don’t save any of your tricks, ingenuity, or enthusiasm for later. This is the later you’ve been saving them for. You are more ready than you realize to try what has always seemed improbable or inconceivable before now. Here’s my promise: If you handle these endings with righteous decisiveness, you will ensure bright beginnings in the weeks after your birthday.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): A company called Evil Supply sells a satirical poster that contains the following quote: “Be the villain you were born to be. Stop waiting for someone to come along and corrupt you. Succumb to the darkness yourself.”

The text in the advertisement for this product adds, “Follow your nightmares... Plot your own nefarious path.” Although this counsel is slightly funny to me,

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I’m too moral and upright to recommend it to you -- even now, when I think there would be value in you being less nice and polite and agreeable than you usually are. So I’ll tinker with Evil Supply’s message to create more suitable advice: “For the greater good, follow your naughty bliss. Be a leader with a wild imagination. Nudge everyone out of their numbing routines. Sow benevolent mischief that energizes your team.”

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): “Every time you resist acting on your anger and instead restore yourself to calm, it gets easier,” writes psychologist Laura Markham in Psychology Today. In fact, neurologists claim that by using your willpower in this way, “you’re actually rewiring your brain.” And so the more you practice, the less likely it is that you will be addled by rage in the future. I see the coming weeks as an especially favorable time for you to do this work, Scorpio. Keeping a part of your anger alive is good, of course -- sometimes you need its energy to motivate constructive change. But you would benefit from culling the excess.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Much of the action in the world’s novels takes place inside buildings, according to author Robert Bringhurst. But characters in older Russian literature are an exception, he says. They are always out in the forests, traveling and rambling. In accordance with astrological omens, I suggest that you draw inspiration from the Russians’ example in the coming days. As often and as long as you can, put yourself in locations where the sky is overhead. Nature is the preferred setting, but even urban spots are good. Your luck, wisdom, and courage are likely to increase in direct proportion to how much time you spend outdoors.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Has a beloved teacher disappointed you? Are there inspirational figures about whom you feel conflicted because they don’t live up to all of your high standards? Have you become alienated from a person who gave you a blessing but later expressed a flaw you find hard to overlook? Now would be an excellent time to seek healing for rifts like these. Outright forgiveness is one option. You could also work on deepening your appreciation for how complicated and paradoxical everyone is. One more suggestion: Meditate on how your longing for what’s perfect might be an enemy of your ability to benefit from what’s merely good.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): French and Italian readers may have no problem with this horoscope.

But Americans, Canadians, Brits, and Aussies might be offended, even grossed out. Why? Because my analysis of the astrological omens compels me to conclude that “moist” is a central theme for you right now. And research has shown that many speakers of the English language find the sound of the word “moist” equivalent to hearing fingernails scratching a chalkboard. If you are one of those people, I apologize. But the fact is, you will go astray unless you stay metaphorically moist. You need to cultivate an attitude that is damp but not sodden; dewy but not soggy; sensitive and responsive and lyrical, but not overwrought or weepy or histrionic.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Which signs of the zodiac are the most expert sleepers? Who best appreciates the healing power of slumber and feels the least shame about taking naps? Which of the twelve astrological tribes are most inclined to study the art of snoozing and use their knowledge to get the highest quality renewal from their time in bed? My usual answer to these questions would be Taurus and Cancer, but I’m hoping you Pisceans will vie for the top spot in the coming weeks. It’s a very favorable time for you to increase your mastery of this supreme form of self-care.

Homework: Express gratitude for the enemy who has taught you the most.

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Mind, body & Spirit

by Bronwyn Ison

IT’S TIME FOR A VACATION

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et’s face it; we dwell in a stressed society. One of the best gifts to self is an occasional vacation. We often hear or make excuses that we do not have time to get away. Furthermore, we cannot afford to leave our jobs or we simply do not have the funds.

While all of these extraneous concerns may have some validity, it is time to make vacation a priority.

Stepping away from your daily routines and changing your atmosphere will be exceptionally beneficial. You would be pleasantly surprised that a little time away from the mundane, may spark a new idea. Studies indicate vacations may promote creativity. It is a time to reconnect with yourself and/or your family.

Most Americans are burning the candle at both ends. We are rarely finding time for self, family or social activities. If you are recognizing a disgruntled employee or co-worker it may be time they take a break. Workers who take regular vacations are less likely to burnout on the job. When one returns to work they are more creative, productive and ebullient in the workplace.

Taking a vacation once or twice a year may also promote your overall well-being and health. Studies have also indicated, a person’s mood and physical health improved as compared to prior a vacation. Those who partake in personal time on vacation indicated overall satisfaction as many as five weeks later.

Living in a stressed out society it should come as no surprise that a good vacation may decrease a person’s stress level. However,

most of us take our work with us on the road, laptops, cell phones, iPads. It is a good idea to disconnect while you are on vacation. Or, be sure to set boundaries with yourself. Decrease the time you spend on work. With this being said, decrease or diminish your social media activity also. You should be enjoying yourself without technology continually at your fingertips.

Since chronic stress is generally the reason we need a vacation you should also understand the toll your body takes when overly agitated.

Our body will find it challenging to resist infection, maintain vital functions and we are more susceptible to injury. If you are stressed and tired you are more likely to become ill, your arteries take a beating, you may not sleep well and food can be difficult to digest. Mentally it is difficult to function at your full capacity as you may be irritable, depressed or anxious.

When you are ready to take a vacation be sure to plan ahead. Allow yourself plenty of time to get to your next destination. Exact, research on your accommodations. Plan activities for yourself, mate and/or family. This will eliminate the stress of wondering what to do when you arrive. Plus, you may be able to make reservations for your favorite things to do.

If you have not yet sojourned from our desert heat, it’s not to late to break away.

Kick back, relax and enjoy a little time away.

You deserve it!

Bronwyn Ison is the owner of Evolve Yoga. e-volveyoga.com 760.564.YOGA(9642)

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The Candle and the Mirror

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ost people have a superhero or a strong role model. Who is the person you look up to and admire?

For me, it’s Carol. Ever since I met her over 20 years ago I decided I want to be like her when I grow up. My dilemma is I don’t think I’ll ever catch up. Although I keep evolving, she is still light years ahead of me.

What’s so special about Carol? In addition to being the most positive person I know, she is incredibly resilient. Although I suspect she is not perfect, I am at a loss to identify her human flaws. She is “Carol the Wonder Woman” as my group of friends affectionately dubbed her.

Just the other day she did a back summersault flip off her patio (a purely freak accidental happening) and sustained some serious damage to her body. She is now safely out of the woods and in a rehab center. When I call her to check in, is bright and cheerful as if she were sipping cocktails on the beach in Malibu rather than drinking watered-down hospital broth. Carol views her rehabilitation as a fascinating learning experience. I’m sure when she is released the staff will present her with a Miss Congeniality trophy as they say tearful good-byes. She is the kind of person you want to hang out with in the hopes her

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admirable qualities will rub off and cling to you.

Here’s the thing about hanging with positive people. They do make you better. When I first met Carol we worked in the HR department of a telecommunications company. I studied her as if she were a science project. Each morning I watched her step through the office threshold and beam her dazzling smile at everyone she encountered. She reminded me of the Edith Wharton quote: “There are two ways of spreading light: to be the candle or the mirror.”

Somehow, she is both.

Carol’s office was a revolving door.

Managers sought her out for advice and counsel. Observing them leave I could sense their burdens lifting. For two years I watched, learned and became a better version of myself.

So who are you hanging out with these days? Is there a Carol in your life? If the answer is yes, continue to kindle the relationship.

Need a positive role model? Be optimistic.

Send out bright vibes and extend your love outward. The positive energy you create will attract exactly the kind of person you want as a role model.

Sunny Simon is the owner of Raise the Bar High Life and Career Coaching. More about Sunny at www.raisethebarhigh.com

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by Flint Wheeler

NBA Summer League Rookie Ranking..

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e spend a lot time in the NBA world wondering whether or not draft picks are going to pan out.

We won’t know how the 2015 class measures up for a few years, but now that the summer league season has come and gone, we’ve finally gotten a glimpse into how these prospects look in pseudo-NBA game action. Bear in mind, every bit of summer league success or failure comes with a gigantic grain of salt, but there are indicators, and what better time to start picking apart what we like, and don’t like, about these guys’ games?

So here we go. A Top 5, tier-by-tier ranking of the summer league rookies -- from the Top 5 picks to the rest of the lottery, the remaining first-rounders, second rounders and undrafted surprises.

Top 5 Picks 1. Karl-Anthony Towns, Minnesota Timberwolves (No. 1 overall): The No. 1 pick in the draft is also the top rookie of this section.

His 12 points, 7.8 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.8 blocks per game were good. His 39.6 shooting percentage wasn’t. However, he was one of the few players facing constant double teams and it allowed him to show off his passing ability.

Defensively, he was a little foul happy as he admittedly learned what he could and couldn’t get away with when it comes to officiating. He communicated well on defense and did a solid job of protecting the rim.

2. D’Angelo Russell, Los Angeles Lakers (No. 2 overall): Russell had a nice debut, followed by some real struggles out there. However, he capped off the week with a strong finish when he scored 21 points on 10 of 20 from the field.

Overall, he made just 37.7 percent of his shots while having 10 more turnovers than assists in five games. You even started to hear people wonder if he was showing us similar issues we saw from Evan Turner - another No. 2 pick out of Ohio State. Had one of them gone to a different college than Ohio State, I don’t think that comparison would even be made.

Russell will have to work to find his rhythm in both getting his points and creating points for

others. I still think we saw enough good out of him this week to be excited about his career moving forward.

3. Kristaps Porzingis, New York Knicks (No. 4 overall): Aside from missing a few open shots in his final summer league game, Porzingis was incredibly consistent with his play during the summer stint. That’s tough to do for rookie big men trying to get their feet wet because guards hold so much control over the game. What we found out about him is he really does have some skill. He can shoot the ball, he’s good at drawing fouls, he seemed to play within the construct of the offense nicely, and he was able to use his length and timing to block shots, even though he got pushed around. He wasn’t a good rebounder and he needs to get stronger, but this was a nice showcase in limited minutes.

4. Jahlil Okafor, Philadelphia 76ers (No. 3 overall): I wouldn’t freak out about me having Okafor behind Porzingis. The big man was good throughout moments of summer league (both Las Vegas and Salt Lake), but I just thought Porzingis had a better experience in his games.

Part of that could be that defensive attention was much more concentrated on Okafor. He showed off some good rebounding and skill in the post. We saw a good touch on the jumpers.

But other than that, the defense was bad, he turned the ball over a ton, he missed a lot of shots inside, free throw shooting was worse than advertised (which already wasn’t good), and it just didn’t feel like he left his mark. I still love how he projects long-term.

5. Mario Hezonja, Orlando Magic (No. 5 overall): We only got two games out of Mario Hezonja, but he had some really fun moments in both games. He hit a big shot to help his Magic split squad win their first game, and then he unleashed some impressive dunks in his next game. He didn’t shoot the ball well and went just 4 of 14 from 3-point range, but he didn’t get a lot of opportunity to find a rhythm. He’s one of the rookies I’m most excited to watch develop as this first season goes along. Once he develops a little more comfort on the court, he’ll have a big presence.

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