Coachella Valley Weekly - November 14 to November 20, 2019 Vol. 8 No. 35

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CONTENTS

Props & Hops Craft Beer Fest at the Palm Springs Air Museum ...................3 Breaking The 4th Wall - Stage Review of 'Dinner With Friends'....................... 5 Breaking The 4th Wall - Hand To God... 5 The Bermuda ........................................... 7 He Films The Clouds ............................... 7 Kevin Henry............................................. 8 Lindsey Webster...................................... 8 Sara Evans at Fantasy Springs............... 9 Consider This - The Magpie Salute...... 10 Business Profile - Cord Media's Jonah Udcoff & Jaci Fitzsimonds ...... 11 Art Scene - Giving Gifts Of Art.............. 11 Pet Place ................................................ 12 The Vino Voice ...................................... 13 Club Crawler Nightlife .................... 14-15 Good Grub - Schnitzelhaus ...................16 Brewtality ............................................... 17 Screeners ............................................... 18 Book Review.......................................... 19 Safety Tips ..............................................19 Haddon Libby ........................................ 21 Dale Gribow........................................... 21 Don't Be Clueless in the CV .................. 22 Sawg For The Soul................................. 24 Free Will Astrology ............................... 24 Cannabis Corner - Bird Valley Organics... 26

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n Saturday, Nov 23, 2019 from 1:00 until 5:00 PM, over 25 new and returning California craft breweries will be at the Palm Springs Air Museum for the 8th Annual Props & Hops Craft Beer Fest. This year’s fest takes place again in the new 20,000 square foot General Ken Miles Korea and Vietnam Hangar, replete with its own inside restrooms and on the tarmac. The hangar also contains the valley’s largest indoor LED screen, 18 feet x 10 feet.

Presenting Sponsors are Babe’s Brewery, Hot Purple Energy, Palm Springs Resorts, and LULU California Bistro. Media sponsors are The Desert Sun and NBC Palm Springs.

Back by popular demand: VIP ticket early entrance hour with rare beer pairings supplied by Babe’s Brewery and LULU’s.

VIP ticket holders enter through their own special door. Early entrance is from 12 noon until 1 pm.

VIP Receive 12 tasting tickets instead of 8.

Live entertainment by Desert Sol, The Alley Cats & DJ Alex Harrington.

Food trucks from In ‘n Out Burger, Meatball Syndicate, The Cone Zone and Fries Galore.

Vintage Warbird Rides for Sale, special $99

rate for C-47.

CONFIRMED BREWERIES are Absolution, Babe’s, Ballast Point, Belching Beaver, Boochcraft Komchaka, Bootlegger’s, Brewcaipa, Calidad, Charlie’s, Coachella Valley Brewing, Coachella Valley Homebrewer’s Club, Desert Beer, Drake’s, Fig Mountain, Firestone Walker, Hangar 24, Inland Empire Homebrew Club, King Harbor, La Quinta, Lost Abbey, Malapinta, Mojave Desert Brewers’ Guild, Palm Springs Brewing, Refuge, SLO Brew, Speakeasy, Stone Church, Thorn Street, and more!

Aircraft flying and selling rides include the P-51 Mustang, the C-47 Skytrain, the T-28 Trojan and the T-33 Shooting Star Jet. P-51 advance ride ticket purchase includes one VIP admission ticket to the Craft Beer Fest. Rides may be purchased in advance through the Props and Hops website, PSPropsHops.com Other General Admission facts of the day’s events include: Eight 4-ounce tastings & event glassware (while supplies last) included with admission – advance tickets on sale for $40, $50 at the door; PSPropsHops.com $99 flights on the C-47 (10 passengers per flight) are recommended to be paid in

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Flight exhibitions throughout the afternoon

by P-51 Mustang, the C-47 and the T-28 Trojan Additional beer tasting tickets sold for cash on site No one under age 21 admitted to the Festival – no exceptions!

People’s Choice Brewery Award announced at 3:30 All attendees must have valid proof of age and must be over 21 years of age. Tickets to the Props& Hops CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL include entrance to the beer tasting areas only, separate admission needed for the rest of the museum, located at 745 N. Gene Autry Trail, Palm Springs, between Vista Chino and Ramon Road. Friendly pets on leash welcome.

The Palm Springs Air Museum is an educational non-profit history and aviation museum, dedicated to educating future generations, honoring our veterans, and preserving our aviation history. Located at 745 N. Gene Autry Trail, Palm Springs, CA 92262, the main phone number is 760-778-6262. The main website is PSAirMuseum.org.

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A STAGE REVIEW OF ‘DINNER WITH FRIENDS’

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inner With Friends, Donald Margulies’, Pulitzer Prize winning drama sets the table for what could be an in depth and interesting character study. Currently in production at the Coachella Valley Repertoire, this play, written in 1998, tells the story of Gabe and Karen, (Jennifer Sorenson and Scott Golden,) a happily married, middle-aged couple, who are professional chefs and food connoisseurs. They are best friends with Tom and Beth, (Christopher Wallinger and Corryn Cummins,) another married couple, whom they had first introduced to each other years twelve earlier. While having dinner at Gabe and Karen’s home, Beth tearfully reveals that she is getting a divorce from Tom, who has been unfaithful. When Tom learns that

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Beth has already shared the news with their friends, he rushes over later that night to tell his version of events. Time passes and we see the results of their split on both Tom and Beth, as well as their friends, Gabe and Karen who are forced to introspectively evaluate their own relationship along the way.

Unfortunately, rather than witnessing the anticipated growth and arc of these characters, we are left with the painfully dull melodrama of deflated balloons and streamers that remain discarded on the floor when the party is over. None of the characters are exceptionally likable, but Gabe’s selfcentered rationalization for leaving his wife for another woman is downright nauseating.

Being forced to watch the petty arguing between Beth and Tom is uncomfortable and

‘HAND TO GOD’

and to God, is a southern expression that is often used in an effort to get others to believe that what is being said, is the absolute truth. It is also the title for Robert Askins’ award winning comedy currently kicking off Dezart Performs twelfth season.

Self-described as ‘where the exorcist meets Sesame Street,’ “Hand To God,” tells the story of several devoutly religious characters living in Cypress, Texas. Margery, (Yo Younger,) is a widow whose husband has recently died.

To keep her occupied, her minister, Pastor Greg, (Roy Abramsohn,) has asked her to run the puppet club, which is often used in Fundamentalist Christian congregations to teach children how to follow the Bible and avoid Satan. Margery’s son Jason, (Eddie Vona,) Jessica, (Brenna Williams,) the sweet girl next door and only seemingly normal person, and Timothy, (Danny Gomez,) the neighborhood troublemaker, all attend the Puppet Making class as a part of their church

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education. Religious values weigh heavy on these characters. Unrealistic expectations require they hide their dirty laundry a little deeper. Everyone’s life is thrown into turmoil when suddenly Jason’s Puppet, Tyrone, takes on a life of his own, announces that he’s Satan and begins to vomit out all of the well-guarded secrets that will most certainly destroy their pious images.

Hand to God, has some of the finest actors to cross a stage. Younger, is mesmerizing in just about any role, but she really portrays Margery, the widow on the edge of a breakdown, with such realism that, like an oncoming car crash, it will be impossible to look away.

Vona, as the good son Jason, is absolutely riveting when Tyrone, the demon puppet, possesses him and lets the mouth and words of a deranged psychopath take control. His ability to switch voices between the good Christian teen and the devil incarnate, will have you watching from the edge of your

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painful.

I had read this script in a playwriting class years ago and was not initially impressed with it. But as most will say, a play should be seen, not just read. So it was with this belief that I held off with any judgement. Given CV Rep’s reputation as a stellar producer of professional theatre, I thought that if anyone could present this dreary drama in a positive light, it would be them. Unfortunately, even CV Rep could not find the magic in this slowmoving script.

Golden, Sorenson, Cummins and Wallinger all give remarkable performances.

They make unlikable characters, somewhat interesting even if their relationships lack any sparkle or real chemistry. Proof that good actors can make a boring script better. Darin

Anthony directed this show. Jimmy Cuomo’s set design, Moira Wilkie Whitaker’s lighting and Warren Davis’ sound were truly the only interesting aspects to this production.

Theatre should inspire or inflame the senses, it should never bore. Fortunately the dullness inflicted by this script is a rarity.

“Dinner With Friends,” is running through November 9th at CV Rep’s new location, 68510 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City.

For Information on upcoming shows: call 760-296-2966, or visit www.cvrep.org.

Dee Jae Cox is a playwright, director and producer. She is the Cofounder and Artistic Director for The Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Project. losangeleswomenstheatreproject.org palmspringstheatre.com

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seat. Williams, Abramson and Gomez round out this incredible cast. Together they all display some wonderful chemistry.

Michael Shaw is a very talented director and he brings his A game to this production with such ease. Thomas L. Valach’s Set Design, Derrick McDaniel’s lighting and Aalsa Lee’s costumes all contributed to the topnotch professionalism of the show.

While the production and performances for this show are top quality, it’s the script I struggle with. I love a good laugh and part of any culture is often humor. We laugh at others misfortunes and ideas that are different from our own. And it’s acceptable to take humor with a grain of salt, even when it’s offensive and disturbing. Hand to God, certainly accomplishes that.

But we have also learned that there are some topics in our society that are no longer funny to make jokes about. Racism has fallen into that category. We have finally arrived at a time when there is a common agreement that insulting jokes about race are no longer funny. Unfortunately, we seem not to have

arrived at that point when it comes to blatant sexism. The idea of calling women derogatory names and insulting their bodies still seems to be a line that writers feel is acceptable to cross. I don’t. Theatre is a reflection of our culture and our communities. Women have a long history of subjugation and degradation and being the butt of the joke. Hand to God, is extremely sexist and as we approach the year 2020, it seems that the idea of women’s degradation should be a topic that we no longer find to be an acceptable form of humor or a reflection of our community.

Hand To God, is running through November 17th. For Mature Audiences.

Dezart Performs, located at the Palm Springs Women’s Club, 314 S Cahuilla Rd, Palm Springs, CA For show/ticket info: dezartperforms.org Dee Jae Cox is a playwright, director and producer. She is the Cofounder and Artistic Director for The Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Project. losangeleswomentheatreproject.org palmspringstheatre.com

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LOCAL MUSIC

THE BERMUDA – THE MADD GIANTS

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he colossal new EP from The Bermuda, THE MADD GIANTS, will be released on Saturday 11/16/2019. Friends since middle school, IvytheGiant and MaddHatter are prepared to drop their first new music in over three years and declare that it’s their best to date. Always focused on the “big picture,” the duo’s first two releases, The Chronicles and Backyard Hooligans, have compelled them to the release of THE MADD GIANTS. The album features performances from desert natives Porsia Camille, Razor J, and King Serrano of Irie Junctions. The EP was recorded at The Index Room in Palm Desert, CA and mixed and mastered by Crooks. Production on the album came from all over the world. The Bermuda used producers from Kansas City, Canada and the United Kingdom as well. The artwork and all direction of the project was facilitated by the MADD GIANTS themselves.

Below is the Coachella Valley Weekly review of THE MADD GIANTS.

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1). Pow! – The intro goes POW! with muted trumpet and a swank drum beat. If Beastie Boys were to release an album now, this is how I would also imagine their intro. Lyrics: “if you ain’t fucking with us, don’t tell us what to do”.

This is a punch in the mouth for the naysayers and a notice to supporters to stick around.

2). Lewis and Clark – The two euphonious explorers go on a rhythmic adventure on this forceful tune. It starts with background voices and piano. It’s strongly worded and has attitude.

Lyrics: “Ravage through the night, ravage through the night. We some bad motherfuckers in the frame now. Ravage through the night, ravage through the night. Raise your motherfuckin’ hands if you here now”. Songs like this really separate the meek from the bold.

IvantheGiant and Maddhatter are assassins here leaving no one standing.

3). Temptations (feat. King Serrano of Irie Junctions) – The cruising feel-good song on the album; put the top down and blast this song.

Lyrics: “Everything’s gonna be okay, everything’s gonna be alright. Everything’s gonna go my

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rogressive and Metalcore band He Films the Clouds consists of four members, vocalist Xavier Hernandez, Antonio Ocegueda on drums, Jacob Garcia on guitars, and Jeremy Napier on guitars.

Going up against some significant contenders in the ‘Best Metal’ category like House of Broken Promises, Death in Pretty Wrapping, Robotic Humans, Ormus, Brain Vat, When Tides Turn, Instigator, In the Name of the Dead and Murkocet, the band was up against all the odds, but with their ascendancy over the last year and the success of their EP Grace Patterns, it makes sense that they are reaping the reward of ‘Best Metal’ artist for 2019. Garcia shared, “I feel grateful. We put a lot of work into doing what we do and it’s nice that people appreciate the end result.” It’s that kind of integrity that has earned HFTC a space at the Hard Rock/Heavy Metal table.

HFTC is conscious of the legacy of the desert Metal scene while making an effort to pursue new avenues for the genre. Garcia explained, “We’ve played with a few bands on that list before; we’re all friends. I can confidently say that each of our shows are an opportunity for us to express ourselves; to escape the monotony and stressors of day-to-day life. There’s no hierarchy, everyone is doing the same thing in different ways, and we’re huge advocates of that.” The self-esteem of the band is clear

after seeing them perform live or watching a handcrafted video like the one for the song “Hopeless.”

HFTC pride themselves on having a DIY approach to everything they do. Whether it’s live sound, lighting, mixing, mastering, writing or artwork, most of the work is done by one of the band members. Their admirable 2018 EP Grace Patterns was no different and received a lot of online praise from music review sites like Circle Pit. Garcia shared the brainwork behind Grace Patterns, “The album explores a theme of coming to terms with one’s shortcomings in the wake of realizing and being aware of the cost that comes with anything that is worth having on a personal level. Whether it’s chasing your ambition, personal growth, or trying to mitigate the grey areas of both your faults and your redeeming qualities, there’s no simple way to carving out your own self-image. It paints a picture of the moment you seek redemption, not the end result. There’s beauty in the ugliness of life, and there’s ugliness in its beauty.” The band does not shy away from intricate and emotional subject matter. The album is multifaceted and their most beautifully domineering work to date.

HFTC has continued to develop a working sound that parallels their musical disposition at the time. Garcia shared that the new music is

way, especially when it’s my life”. King Serrano’s smooth Roots Reggae vibe makes this song the ‘dealing with everyday life’ jam and a great mix of Reggae/R&B and Rap/Hip-Hop. It’s an ‘arch over’ hit and radio ready.

4). Home – Slower tempo that seems to share about trials and challenges of life and the desire to “go back home” after a series of unfortunate happenings. The truth is there is no going back home. Bad things happen to all people. Although the song appears to seek selfpity, I believe the opposite is true. Home is what you make it no matter the circumstances.

5). Rugged – Lyrics: “We rugged, we rugged, we bring the fuckin’ ruckus”. It’s in your face and aggro with a ‘doomy’ bass line. Similar to how Naughty By Nature pulled off the balancing act of releasing big, instantly catchy anthems while maintaining their street-level credibility among the Rap and Hip-Hop faithful, The Bermuda do that with this song and others on the album. The flow is on point.

6). Luminous – Jaunty guitar intro sets the coloration of Luminous. All the right lyrics to

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no different. “Musically it’s much more dense.

A lot has changed since our first release, and Grace Patterns was a reflection of that. We are using totally different instruments now, incorporating different genres together, and experiment with unorthodox ideas.” HFTC has actually uncomplicated their approach to the music. “So, the first album was written for 8 string guitars and 6 string bass. While this was incredibly fun and provided me endless range, it was pretty inconvenient at times. So I had set a goal for myself to write music with the same intensity, but with fewer options (strings). I wanted to be able to pick up any guitar and jam

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7). Celebration (feat. Porsia Camille & Razor J) – With a lead-in sample from the Bobby Caldwell hit What You Won’t Do For Love, the song takes that snippet to build a potential R&Blaced hit. Featured here is the sultry inflection of CV songbird Porsia Camille, who is seductively notorious for her enrichment of the Hip-Hop and Rap scene. Guitarist and magician Razor J closes out the last 45 seconds with his blazing fretwork.

The Aggregate THE MADD GIANTS is a triumphant return for The Bermuda. The production and thoughtfulness of the chapter and verse of each song easily surpasses their previous work and matches recently released music from Provoked, Willdabeast and Thoughts Contained. It rigorously touches on every aspect of Hip-Hop and Rap and connects bridges to their not-so-distant cousins Jazz and Rhythm & Blues. If you’re looking to get lost in the next imminent sound, look no further than The Bermuda. Let’s hope the pair use this EP as a springboard to more frequent releases.

UPCOMING SHOWS – Sat. 11/30 BART Lounge - Cathedral City

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our songs, without the worry of having to take these complicated instruments everywhere,” Garcia explained.

As with all artists, HFTC will be evaluated by their most recent music. We asked the band if they plan to release the new music in 2020.

“Absolutely, and maybe even before the end of this year. Keep up with us online and you’ll be the first to know.” Follow HFTC on their website or on social media to receive updates.

UPCOMING SHOWS Sat. 11/23 - “New Venue” - Santa Ana, CA Fri. 12/20 - The MSC - Murrieta, CA www.hefilmstheclouds.band.

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t’s astonishing that the 2019 CVMA for ‘Best Adult Contemporary’ artist is Kevin Henry’s first music award after 40 years of performing in the Coachella Valley. Although the list of nominees is impressive, Trio NV, Calista Carradine, Gina Carey, John Stanley King, Michael D’Angelo, Frank D’Salvo, Patricia Welch, Keisha D and Barry Minniefield, it’s equally remarkable that one of the hardest working men in the desert has not received more accolades. Along with his lovely with Dodi, they own and operate the immensely popular restaurant and night club The Nest on 75188 Highway 111 in Indian Wells, California.

Henry performs every Sunday and Monday from 7:30PM to midnight and Wednesday through Saturday from 7 to 8PM. Originally from Detroit, Michigan, Henry stands out as one of the Motor City’s highly talented entertainers. From the Motown sound of the sixties, to the gospel soul of Aretha Franklin, to the rockin’ hits of Bob Seger, and the sultry Jazz of Anita Baker, Henry’s repertoire and passion for music has brought him both critical acclaim as well as popular success. Deeply involved with music since childhood, Henry studied guitar at age 13 with yet another Detroit success story, Earl Klugh, who encouraged him to play

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music throughout high school in several local bands. Henry continued his music studies at the University of Michigan and at Boston’s prestigious Berklee College of Music where he received formal training in composing, arranging, voice, and keyboards, and emerged a proficient, well-rounded musician.

After relocating to the Palm Springs area with his mother CeCe Grant, a talented entertainer who had performed all over the world, Kevin began performing with her in major hotels and nightclubs throughout California. However, it was when he hosted a

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nfluenced by everyone from Mariah Carey and Christina Aguilera to Steely Dan and Earth Wind and Fire, there is an honesty and authenticity that reverberates through Lindsey’s smoky, rich honey-toned pipes. In 2016 and 2017, Lindsey was named Billboard’s #1 Contemporary Jazz Artist of the Year. In the same year, she scored a #1 hit with her soulful original, “Fool Me Once.”

This #1 was the first vocally driven song to top Billboard’s Contemporary Jazz chart since 2010 when Sade did it!

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Sunday night jam session at a local nightclub, that Kevin started playing his music with many of the area’s best musicians and put together his own bands including Tonal Eclipse, SavoirFaire, and Jumpstreet. Kevin and his bands have performed all over the world in luxury resorts, on prominent cruise ships, in Las Vegas casinos, and at the legendary Palace Nightclub in Hollywood.

Throughout his career, Kevin has had the opportunity to perform with many of the industry greats. Famed Jazz guitarist, Phil Upchurch recognized Kevin’s full musical potential and utilized his vocal, keyboard and writing abilities on his record Revelation.

The album includes two of Kevin’s original compositions, “When and if I Fall in Love,” and “Light of Love.” Also, as a keyboardist and vocalist, Kevin backed British recording artist Robert Palmer on his Super Heavy Nova Tour throughout Canada and the United States.

Now, Kevin brings his musical expertise to entertain the guests at The Nest.

Coachella Valley Weekly spent some time with Henry after a long night of performing.

On His Musical Philosophy “I toured with Robert Palmer in the 80’s as a member of his band. We rocked. What I loved about Robert was that he was very eclectic. He could perform all genres. He was influenced by all the R&B singers like Otis Redding. It’s the same thing down here. People just love the music they know. So we mix it up. We do the 50’s to the 90’s and up to current stuff and as long as it’s upbeat and fun they love it.

You keep it fun with songs that people know and everyone has a good time. Whether it’s a venue of 25,000 people with Robert Palmer or if it’s 25 people on a slow night you got to give it the same effort. As long as you’re willing to do that and have fun doing it then it never gets old.”

On His Sons “Nicholas just graduated from UCLA. He and his brother started their own music business in Los Angeles. They’re part of Drake’s management team and now they’re doing stage production and personal management; a lot of different things. It’s great they’re all working together.”

On ‘Kevin The Circus’ “The Nest goes 7 days a week. Somebody once said, ‘I don’t go to the circus, I am the circus!’ It’s crazy here every single night. Even though it’s Monday, the dance floor is full and everybody is partying like it’s Saturday. It never stops. We were busy all summer with Canadians. When the beach gets its June gloom we get the San Diego/Orange County people all summer long so it never really slows down.”

On His Special Guests “We’ve had Michael Bolton and Taylor

BY NOE GUTIERREZ Dayne get up and sing with us. Jack Jones comes in all the time. We had Tommy Thayer from KISS come up and jam on guitar. KC from KC and the Sunshine Band got up there. It’s just fun stuff all the time. I always tell them, no pressure. Here’s the mic, I’m not going to ask you to come up but if you get inspired to come up here’s the mic and 9 times out of 10 they get up. We even had Too Short get up and rap one night. I’ve had Drake, The Weeknd and G-Eazy in here, it’s crazy the scope of people that come through here.”

On the Time Machine of Music “That’s the beauty of music; when you own a restaurant the business side is hard but when I’m performing I’m in my happy place. For me, I call music the ‘time machine’ because you realize that every song you play takes your audience back to when they heard it first.

Tonight, I was playing Creedence Clearwater Revival and it took everyone back to that moment. That’s what keeps me going.”

“I’ve been singing down here for 40 years.

You can’t have a favorite if you’re doing it every night, you have to love it all. Whether I’m doing Frank Sinatra, The Weeknd or Bruno Mars, you gotta love it all and you gotta give it your all.”

On His Mother Ce Ce Grant “I started with my mom CeCe Grant. She’s the reason I’m here. She sang at all the hotels and clubs down here way before me and sang for Sinatra and Bob Hope. She worked at the Gene Autry Hotel and all the great venues back in the day. She’s the reason I came here. The Evaros’ uncle Charlie was her drummer. We go back generations with that family.”

Ronnie King on Kevin Henry “Kevin and I go way back. When I was 17 years old I was watching he and his mom CeCe Grant perform. I went on to back CeCe Grant at one point. She was a wonderful lady. The fondest memory I have of Kevin is his Sunday jam sessions at Ruben’s in Palm Desert.

They used to have some amazing impromptu sessions and we used to wear these long jackets from the Howard Jones era. He comes from a beautiful family. I have a lot of love for both of them. His kids are doing great things in music as well. With his kind of quality in the desert we can continue to have a really great existence.”

Henry emphatically shared that without his mother he would not be where he is today.

CV Weekly congratulates Kevin Henry on his CVMA win for ‘Best Adult Contemporary’ artist.

Kevin Henry Performance Schedule The Nest 75188 Hwy 111 Indian Wells, CA Sunday and Monday 7:30PM-12AM Wednesday thru Saturday 7-8PM gotothenest.com

‘BORN TO FLY’ SINGER SARA EVANS

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ara Evans has notched five No. 1 singles, sold millions of albums worldwide and won some of the most prestigious awards in country music. Playing close to 100 shows per year, the “Born To Fly” singer is at the top of her game and is set to perform at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino’s Special Events Center on Friday, November 15th at 8 p.m. Tickets ($69, $49, and $39) can be purchased at the Fantasy Springs Box Office, via phone (800) 827-2946 and online at www.FantasySpringsResort.com.

Evans continues to forge a bold creative path with her upcoming ninth studio album and a well-received side project with her daughter Olivia and son Avery. Calling from her once-again hometown of Nashville, the platinum-selling singer discussed the importance of family, why she detests Bro Country, and what the country needs now.

FELCI: You grew with a large family on a farm in New Franklin, Missouri. How did your upbringing shape you as a person and as an artist?

EVANS: “I think growing up in a large family shaped me as a person by putting an extremely important emphasis on family.

You know, the importance of family and making family a priority always. I think it made me a better mom because I helped raise my younger siblings. My mom was always in the house cooking three meals a day. Every Sunday night you could show up at my mom’s if you wanted to and she would have dinner made. And I try to do all those things with my family that lives here in Nashville. Being raised in a big family teaches you to share. It makes you feel like you have a lot of support. And it definitely makes me feel loved and never alone.”

FELCI: Early on in your career you established friendship with Martina McBride. How did that come about and how has your relationship grown over the years?

EVANS: “We were on the same record label, she got signed a year before me.

So by the time I got on the label she was already a star. And so I looked up to her

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and she’s always been like a big sister to me. Our backgrounds are so similar. She grew up performing in Kansas, so she’s from the Midwest and also grew up on a farm.

Everything she did was just a little ahead of me. I got to watch her and learn from her.

I remember when I was pregnant with my oldest, one night I was sitting there panicked, thinking, “what am I going to do when I have the baby? How am I going to manage this career and travel and all that?” So I called Martina and she said, “hire a nanny and take the baby on the road.” And I was like, yeah. Duh. So we just formed a friendship way back then, and you know, didn’t see each other for a long time because I moved to Birmingham and lived there for 10 years.

When I moved back to Nashville recently, Martina was one of the first people I wanted to reconnect with.”

FELCI: Speaking of Nashville, you’d been there for almost decade by the time your mainstream commercial breakthrough, Born to Fly, was released in 2000. What did that teach you as an artist about perseverance?

EVANS: “Well in this career and especially dealing with country radio, you sort of have that carrot dangling in front of you at all times and it’s always just within reach. But country radio makes it incredibly difficult to actually get it. And so it was easy for me to get the record deal compared to most people. I mean, most people live here [in Nashville] for years without ever getting a deal — especially these days. It’s so hard to break through, especially if you’re a woman.

So I got my record deal pretty quickly and easily. Then I made my first album, Three Cords and the Truth, and it didn’t really have any radio success but it did have a lot of critical acclaim. So I felt like I was making it.

And then I had my first No. 1 with “No Place That Far,” and that took me to another level.

Then after my first child was born I had this awakening, or I don’t know what you’d call it.

I was just so unbelievably happy and settled after becoming a mom. And it changed me and made me feel super confident. My whole vibe and outlook on everything changed. I was like, ‘I’m going to change everything I’m

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doing in my career. I’m going to take it over.

I’m going to grow my hair long and become this sexy young mom.’ I just gained all this confidence. I felt like, now that I have this child I have nothing to lose because now that I have this child that’s what I’m truly living for. So I’m going to take a lot more risks in my career. That’s how Born to Fly came to be and it’s all been history from there.”

FELCI: Your son Avery and daughter Olivia perform with you in The Barker Family Band. Tell us about that “Partridge Family”-type experience.

EVANS: “It came about because Avery started playing guitar for me after he graduated high school. I always have two guitar players in my band, and when one of my guitar players left I asked Avery to step in. I thought the fans would probably love to hear me do something with the kids. At that time my youngest, Audrey, was in junior high and wasn’t really interested in singing or music. She’s an amazing dancer and that’s kind of her world, however now she’s starting to sing and it’s awesome. But at the time, it was just Avery and Olivia that were more into the music. So I went to my manager and said, “I think we should do a little limited tour and call it The Barker Family Band — sort of like the Carter Family.” Then we went into the studio and made a little EP. We did like six shows and it was awesome. We recorded the last show we did, in Nashville, and released it to iTunes. It was an awesome experience in terms of music — my brother plays bass, my

sister sings harmony. We had a great time and got to do all these cool cover tunes that we’d never done before.”

FELCI: When you look at country music today, what do you like about it? Who inspires you?

EVANS: “I feel like the music is opening up a lot. I’ve just been in the studio for the last four weeks straight working on my new album. And I met a bunch of new musicians and new producers and new engineers who are making waves in Nashville, but not the Bro Country stuff. So that’s super inspiring.

I worked with a guy named John Davidson who’s the lead singer for The Brummies, their album [Eternal Reach] is just absolutely amazing. I’ve been working with Ruston Kelly’s producer, his name is Jarred K — he’s phenomenal and they’re all extremely talented. It’s not the old Nashville way. So that’s awesome for me because I detest Bro Country and frankly it’s embarrassing.

I like great music and it’s inspiring because it’s really rapidly coming into Nashville.

They’re making some great music that I consider to be true country/Americana/ great songwriter-type music.”

FELCI: You’ve been always been outspoken about your political beliefs.

How do you feel about the direction of the country and what would you like to see change?

EVANS: “I feel like everybody needs to just chill and stop fighting so much. There’s so much negativity and fighting. Everybody should be allowed to believe what they want. And everybody should be able to say what they believe and what their opinions are, and not be afraid to do that. But I think we’re still at a point where you can’t really say much because there’s no middle ground for some people. There’s no room to be like, ‘well I like this and I don’t like this. So I’m not going to just label myself one way or the other.’ And everybody needs to stop being so mean about other people’s opinions.

That’s what I’d like to see.”

FELCI: What can your fans expect from your performance at Fantasy Springs on November 15th?

EVANS: “I’m going to be singing all the hits. You know, I’ve got some amazing musicians on stage with me who so honored and proud to perform with. I tell some funny stories, or what I think are funny stories, and I’ve got some great music. My prayers are always that people leave my shows inspired and happy and on a high.”

Tickets for Sara Evans start at $39, on sale at the Fantasy Springs Box Office, via phone (800) 827-2946 and online at www.

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onventional Rock N’ Roll wisdom insists that an artist or band has their whole life to create their first album, and maybe 18 months to make a follow-up.

Chances are, that one will suck. Led Zeppelin “II” shot that theory to shit, as did Adele’s 21, the Beastie Boys’ Paul’s Boutique, Nirvana’s Nevermind and Amy Winehouse’s Back To Black. Joining that august list is The Magpie Salute’s Highwater II album.

The Magpie Salute rose from the acrimonious ashes of The Black Crowes. The Crowes formed in Murrieta, Georgia in the late ‘80s, the brainchild of the Robinson Brothers.

Chris, the eldest, was the charismatic front man, Rich played lead guitar. Originally a fivepiece, their sound combined the swagger of bands like the Stones and the Faces, along with more homegrown influences like the Southern Fried R&B found at Stax-Volt and Muscle Shoals and the Blues/Jam aesthetic of the Allman Brothers.

The band signed with Rick Rubin’s (Def) American label and their 1990 debut, Shake Your Money Maker was a smash success, achieving critical acclaim and commercial success. A string of (successful) albums, and myriad personnel changes followed as well as solo efforts from both Chris and Rich. But somewhere in 2015, it all came to a grinding halt. The brothers suffered a rancorous split, each offering wildly different accounts as to what tore them apart. But the result was the same, the Black Crowes were done.

Left to his own devices, Rich quickly assembled The Magpie Salute. He recruited former Crow compadres guitarist Marc Ford, bassist Sven Pipien and Eddie Harsch on keys. Rich didn’t have to search far for a magnetic front-man. He first crossed paths with British musician John Hogg, when John and Sean Genocky’s band Moke were tapped as an opening act for the Black Crowes in the late ‘90s. In 2002, Rich and John briefly collaborated on a project called Hookah Brown, but it was short-lived. Sadly, before The Magpie Salute’s inaugural tour, Eddie Harsch passed away rather suddenly. He was replaced by Matt Slocum. When drummer Joe Magistro joined, the line-up was complete.

At the beginning of 2017, The Magpie Salute booked three shows at New York’s Grammercy Theatre. When those dates quickly sold-out they added a fourth show, and not long after, scheduled a full-fledged U.S. tour. To commemorate their inaugural tour, the band released a self-titled, limited edition live recording. A year later, their first official long-player, High Water 1 arrived. The record offered a master class in economical song craft, coupled with instrumental acumen and Soulful, authentic vocals. It was a potent combo-platter, allowing Rich to fully step out of his brother’s shadow. It managed to land at the top of several “Best Of 2018” lists.

Now after several successful months on the road, The Magpie Salute have released Highwater II. Although it was recorded during the same sessions as the first album, the plan was always to release them separately. HW II’s first four tracks blast out of the speakers, something like a high-powered fusillade. Each

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cut detonates like a smart bomb. The rapid fire “Sooner Or Later” is anchored by a punishing triple-time meter that echoes the Jazz-tinged percussive paradigm of Hendrix’s “Manic Depression.” Shards of guitar, prowling bass and cobwebby keys are salted in the mix as lyrics detail a return from a Homeric (possibly chemically enhanced) journey; “Tales of the unexpected following, trails of rainbow swallowing, time, before it bursts now into fragments of consciousness through the perforated shine/Sooner or later I’ll make it back home again.” The action slows on the break as willowy piano notes cascade over a static-y guitar solo and the melody careens back toward the sweet chorus.

If Sly and the Family Stone ever collaborated with the Allman Brothers and the Rolling Stones, it might sound something like “Gimme Something.” A walloping backbeat, barbed wire bass lines, pinwheeling guitars and Honky-Tonk piano all conspire to take you higher. The lyrics seem to be angling for a distraction from reality; “This world could be such a beautiful baby, but the real politik disease keeps driving us underground…

Gimme something to take me far away from here, gimme something to lift this cloud.” By the time the song reaches the middle eight, the arrangement achieves Gospel heft, lyrics reveal “Peace comes your way, when you live by love and harmony,” before launching into a cataclysmic denouement.

The juggernaut continues as “Gimme...” folds into “Leave It All Behind,” which amps up the urgency up to 11. Explosive rhythms propel the chorus and are neatly juxtaposed by the slow-cooked groove of the verses.

Lyrics yearn to break the ties that bind; “All around me there is sadness again, I see it in their eyes, in people’s eyes/Burning fires, and I won’t shed a tear for them anymore, because I’m sinking deep, deep down inside, yes I am.”

A shuddery, Psychedelic guitar solo erupts on the break, flanked by fluid acoustic licks, lithe bass lines, Hammond B3 textures and plinking piano, before the whole operation stops on a dime.

Closing out the raucous first quarter of the record is “In Here,” a thick slab of Southern Boogie, driven by a kinetic backbeat and stately piano. Even as lyrics like “Grifters abound, creepy unveiled, try to soak up the sound that surrounds you,” seem to acknowledge times are tough in the 21st century, John’s whiskey-soaked rasp remains warm and inviting. As the instrumentation expands, it envelopes the melody with thrumming bass runs, a brace of horns and soaring electric guitar. The song concludes with this empowering couplet; “Open up, pull yourselves around, look up at the stars and feel the wind in your hair/It’s golden and it’s fine to feel afraid, happy and sadness, you’re only human.”

Highwater II is stacked with killer cuts, but three songs truly stand out. “Mother Storm” offers some good old country comfort.

Slipstream acoustic riffs wash over fluttery piano notes, bramble-thick bass and a seesaw groove, all in service to a glorious, minor key melody. Slightly cryptic lyrics insist it’s

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time to put away childish things; “Gone the days of looking up to name the clouds, dream away, you see yourself among the stars/How long will it take for you to grab that lead? So long, pack up your jacks it’s time to leave, pull it back within the heart, time to settle in and start to start.” Acoustic guitars rev on the instrumental break as Hammond B3 colors dot the margins, stentorian electric riffs are layered in, but everything cedes the spotlight to Matt’s gossamer piano notes. It’s all too lovely for words.

“Turn It Around” is a bit of a Glam/Glitter hoedown. Sinewy guitars, jagged bass lines and full-throttle keys ride roughshod over a pummeling beat. Lyrics leapfrog from declarations of narcissism; “I’m a needle that punctures, an explosion in slow-motion, a light never-ending, watch as I sparkle…So what if my life starts to get in your way? My vision is beautiful is all I can say,” to moments of doubt and reflection; “Voices in my head, all those things that you said, obscure and obtuse, now you got me wondering, you got me wondering, Honey, what’s the use?”

But all the bluster and introspection, take a backseat to the arrangement’s Glam-tastic Stomp. Snake-charmer guitars slither through a wash of instrumentation, quickly unleashing a phased and dusted solo on the break.

Finally, there’s the calibrated chaos of “Doesn’t Really Matter” which opens with protean, Chuck Berry-flavored riffs, angular piano, blitzkrieg bass and a chunky beat; a kaleidoscopic carpe diem, the arrangement consistently shapeshifts. Strafing guitars connect funky bass lines, Blaxploitation keys

and a muscular rhythm. Just as quickly, the whole enterprise powers down to a Bluesy pas de deux between Hammond B3 and guitar. Then revving up and accelerating into the finish as a spiky and spectral guitar solo fades into the sunset.

Other interesting tracks include the bottleneck Blues of “You And I,” the expansive Soul-shake of “A Mirror” and the swaggering “Life Is A Landslide.” Most songs here are either Rich Robinson compositions or joint efforts between Rich and John. The outlier here is “Lost Boy,” a collaboration from Rich and guitarist Marc Ford. Echoing the rotogravure gravitas of The Band, as well as Tom Petty’s austral beginnings, the song features Americana superstar Alison Krauss on vocals and fiddle.

The album closes with the sanctified crunch of “Where Is This Place.” The gutbucket groove is accented by sparkling piano, gnarled guitar chords, pliant bass fills and a fractious beat. John’s flinty vocal notes are shaded by Rich and Marc’s authoritative growls. The lyrics confront an errant lover; “Your voice is clear and your emotions they sting me, why don’t you look into my eyes see into your soul look into mine.” (Yeah, you wanton Jezebel! You do that). Betrayal would seem more bitter, were it not wrapped in this baddass Bluesbreaker.

News has just broken that the Robinson Brothers have apparently declared a temporary cease fire. Rich and Chris have agreed to $hake their Money Makers for a 2020 tour commemorating the 30th anniversary of their debut. Hopefully this will only sideline The Magpie Salute temporarily, as commerce must be served.

Highwater II adds new colors and textures to The Magpie Salute’s sonic paint box. Lines brilliantly blur between Country, Folk, Rock and Soul, and the result is equally economical and expansive. In the song “In Here,” they note; “We stand alone in our creation, and lay it out for you.”

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inding the right person to spend the rest of your life with is a blessing on its own, but being able to grow together through shared passions and career paths only strengthens the bond you have created together. Jonas Udcoff and Jaci Fitzsimonds have proved this to be the case as the owners of Cord Media—a full-service advertising, public relations and marketing agency that serves many clients throughout the Coachella Valley and beyond.

The couple has been together since 2007 after meeting at work, and got married in 2010. “We needed jobs and had some opportunities with some local businesses such as Teserra and Griffin Ranch to run their advertising and marketing. Prior to Cord Media, we both worked for Desert Television – CBS 2 in Thousand Palms,” explained Udcoff.

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Although their backgrounds are slightly different, Fitzsimonds, having a degree in Interior Architecture from North Dakota State University and Udcoff with a degree in Broadcast Journalism and Public Relations from Illinois State University, the two have successfully managed to lead Cord Media into the powerhouse status it has today.

Currently, Cord Media serves Coachella Valley clients like The Living Desert, Spotlight 29 Casino, Leeds and Son, Family Development, Desert Vein, BIGHORN, The Reserve, PGA West, and Tamarisk, just to name a few. The company also has a presence in cities like Seattle (Muckleshoot Casino, Trailside Homes, Port of Everett, Port of Vancouver), Chicago (LG Development), and Fresno (Tachi Palace).

The couple considers winning their first Telly award and being able to raise considerable amounts of money for charities as the highlights of their career so far.

Recently, the couple put on the All-Star Jam Benefit for Martha’s Village and raised almost

$90,000, with the hope of making this an annual event in the future.

“It was a lot of work, but we were able to pull together Spotlight 29 Casino and Martha’s Village, along with our contacts in the music business. The first year we did this, nearly $90,000 was netted for Martha’s just in time for the holidays,” explained Udcoff.

The two are also big supporters of St. Jude and the Warburton Golf & Music Event held in March. Fitzsimonds serves on the board of the Warburton Charity event for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital—a cause very near and dear to her heart.

“It is extremely rewarding, especially coming from a family where my three year-old nephew was diagnosed with cancer and lived in a hospital for nearly two years. Thankfully he pulled through and is now a healthy 18 year-old,” said Fitzsimonds.

In terms of the future, Jonas and Jaci hope to maintain a creative and successful space at Cord Media with the help of their hardworking

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allery 500 will be the host of the Giving Gifts of Art. Opening on November 21, with a reception from 5pm to 7pm, nine local artists have joined together to create a unique experience where “gifts” are not a generic after-thought. The work presented represents individual creations that are as unique as the artist behind the creation.

“What’s better than a handpicked, hand crafted, creative gift just for you?” noted local photographer Terry Hastings. Known for his thematic work that centers around the elements – Fire, Earth, Wind and Water, Terry’s work explores both sides of the equation, what may be reality and what may be only illusionary. For example, Terry’s recent show, The Planets, offered a different take on the planets and the myths that surround them.

Terry’s photography has been incorporated on fabric, wood, metal and, yes, paper. A chance to gift one of these works is a gift worth giving.

The other artists in this opportunity bring their creative expression to the art of gift giving. The works are original and range in price.

Artist Karin Skiba began to show her work at Barnsdall Park Art Center, LACMA, Security Pacific as well as galleries in LA, Oregon, Chicago, and Detroit. Her work is multimedia and draws often on the feminine face. Her work is thought provoking with sensitivity that

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draws the viewer in the psyche of the face that stares back from the work.

Andrea Raft is an award-winning artist skilled with acrylic paints, textured layering, Asian and New Age themes. She began her journey to expressiveness at the Brentwood Art Center in Los Angeles. It is the texture that removes the simplicity of her the imagery into a new level of conversation. Her work seems to be a response rather that a reaction to the modern world. There is a disquieting calm and a sensuality of surreal that makes Andrea’s work stand out.

Nathan Allen has over 20 years’ experience in interior design and offers clients a full service, high-end experience from concept to completion. He has successful merged the business side of art with the art of art.

Emerging artist Carole Hatcher brings her African-inspired assemblage to the event. She was previous represent by Colliding Worlds Fine Art Gallery and has had her work shown at UCR and Palm Springs Artist Council Group Show.

The detailed mastery of the work of Diane Morgan cannot be understated. She graduated from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree, major in painting.

After a successful career in advertising, she now paints full-time. She is also one the Valley’s most sought-after art teachers. Diane has won numerous accolades for her work. No piece, from smaller to large scale, escapes her

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attention to the details. Whatever the image, it pours off the canvas in the real world.

Lori Worby-Krebs was a high school counselor who encouraged teens to follow their dreams. Now following her own dream, she focuses on her creative energy to communicate her observations about what connects us as human beings. For her work has to have meaning – the painting a static still-life is devoid of “meaning”. Her work searches for the spirituality that lives within us.

Photographer Kasey Scott uses her work as a means of communication when words failed.

Kasey immerses herself in everything from a chaotic mixed media piece to a lazy sketch.

Her work is literally capturing a moment in time – a moment that is lost as a new moment

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staff. They also want to continue with servicing local clients in the Coachella Valley—a strategy they wish they had enforced early on in their careers. “[We would have instead planned] on staying in the desert versus always trying to plan leaving very early on in our careers. And for Cord Media, we had difficulty at first as we were not selective enough with the clients that we were working with,” said Udcoff.

It’s not always business with this couple, however. When they’re not on the job, Jonas and Jaci enjoy attending concerts and music festivals together, both having a penchant for country, rock, and the Grateful Dead.

“It can be difficult [working as a couple], but we have been doing it for so long we do not know any different. It is rewarding, and it is great to be working toward a common goal for the same company versus having very separate lives,” stated Udcoff.

Sounds like a match made in media heaven.

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takes hold. Poignant and playful, Kasey brings a sense of joie de vivre in the most unexpected ways.

Ulrike brings her world of Magical Realism into the mix. Her work is reminiscent of Henri Rousseau. For both the flatness of primitive style, lends a calming innocence to her wok of animals. Recently tow large works of Ulrike were permanently installed at the Loma Linda University Transplant Institute in San Bernardino.

The Opening Reception on November 21, from 5 to 7pm is free to the Public. Shopping events are scheduled for Sunday, December 8 and December 14 from Noon to 3pm. Gallery 500 is located at 500 South Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs CA.

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he holidays are right around the corner, and many travelers will take their beloved dogs along with them.

Traveling with pets has become easier with more businesses happily accommodating them once they discovered that this meant more revenue. It is estimated that 75% of dog owners include them in holiday celebrations, and 22% include them in travel to holiday trips and events.

Dogs love to travel! Chances are your dog races to go with you when you gather up your car keys. Dogs are natural nomads, traveling in packs in the wild. They are curious creatures who love seeing new places and meeting new friends.

Some restaurants have “doggie” menus with special cooked items for canines. Many major hotel chains including Marriott’s

MEET HURRICANE This handsome German Shepherd boy would love to go home with you for the holidays!

Just 1 ½ years old, Hurricane is at the Coachella Valley Animal Campus shelter, 72-050 Pet Land Place, Thousand Palms, www.rcdas.org, (760) 343-3644

MEET ANABEL Beautiful female Calico cat hopes for a home for the holidays!

Come meet sweet 2-yr-old Anabel at the Coachella Valley Animal Campus shelter. She is cat ID#A1544312. Shelter located at 72050 Pet Land Place, Thousand Palms, www.rcdas.org, (760) 343-3644.

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Residence Inn, The Fairmont, Motel 6 and Best Western allow pets. The Red Roof Inn hotel chain is among the many that don’t charge a nightly fee or deposit for pets. The La Quinta Resort and Club advertise PAWS La Quinta Pet Experience that includes stainless steel food bowls, plush pet beds, pet massages, and acres of lawns and pet friendly hiking. Campgrounds are full of welcome family pets.

CAR TRAVEL - A host of new products ensure the comfort and safety of your dog during car trips. Cool pads inside his carrier cool down his temperature during hot weather. Tiny sunglasses with UV protection guard against sun damage to the eyes and block dust and debris. Car harnesses protect your dog if you have to stop suddenly.

Lisa Knox, television presenter and

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volunteer extraordinaire with Loving All Animals, advises, “When I travel with my own dogs, I secure them in seat-belted crates lined with their blankets. My dogs are all rescues.

Rescue dogs are so grateful when they get to bond with you on travel adventures.” Familiar toys and bedding will help your pet feel more comfortable and at home.

NEVER LEAVE YOUR DOG IN ALONE IN A CLOSED VEHICLE, even with the windows cracked. The temperature inside can soar in a matter of minutes. Unattended animals inside cars are at risk of being stolen. It takes less than a minute for someone to break a window and steal your pet. If you are traveling alone with your dog and can’t find a responsible person to watch him, no one will object if you take him into a public restroom.

Drive through restaurants and outdoor cafes with dog friendly seating are perfect for meal

stops.

AIRLINE TRAVEL - A health certificate from your veterinarian is required for airline travel. Bring copies of shot records including rabies. Check in advance with your airline as pet requirements can differ. If you have a small dog under your airline’s weight limit, it is recommended you take them in a carrier in the passenger cabin where they travel under your seat. Some groups advise against shipping your pet in the cargo area due to instances of loss, injury and even death. If you must ship an animal below cabin, book a direct flight. Your trusted veterinarian can decide if sedation will make his flight easier.

TRAIN TRAVEL - Amtrak does not allow pets other than service animals. Smaller regional rail companies are more hospitable, but call first to find out about crating and other restrictions. Some transit companies don’t allow animals during crowded rush hours. Short leashes are recommended.

A wonderful resource, “U.S and Canada Dog Travel Guide,” can be ordered online at dogfriendly.com. Great resources can be found on BringFido.com. Grab the car keys, hit the road, and double your holiday fun with Fido onboard.

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THE VINO VOICE

ne of the easiest wines to recommend for the up-coming holiday tables are those from the famed Cakebread Cellars. Most of you California wine lovers know well of the renowned Napa Valley winery, and truth be told, Cakebread has a huge fan base here in the desert. Our shelves at the store run out of the Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay on a regular basis. Note to self: Order extra cases for the holidays!

Although this column attempts to enlighten our wine folk to wines that are under the radar and can use some coverage, from time to time it’s great to talk about a wine that’s great!

Further the Cakebread story is a true family winery story: the family has been involved in every aspect of farming, wine production and hospitality. And breaking news! After almost 20 years in planning and building, Cakebread has just announced the opening of their new Napa Valley Visitors Center.

Well—we’ve just tasted through their current line-up and this column will do its share to inform our readers of the opportunity to treat themselves to some fantastic quaffs!

And that’s with the especial attention to the word “treat”. Most of us drink wine on a regular basis, and, that translates to seeking practical deals all the time. No one’s been naughty here, so it’s time to be nice and enjoy one of California’s premium wines.

To briefly bring you up to speed, over

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the course of more than 45 years, since its founding in 1973, two generations of the Cakebread family have created one of the most successful and respected wineries in America. As I just mentioned above, it has everything going for it: owns world-class estate vineyards; the winery and tasting room are known for their warm hospitality, and, there’s a determined focus on sustainable vineyard and wine making practices in their continual pursuit to produce premium wines.

Kind of a funny side note: more than a few people have come into my wine department asking for “Cakebread” when they mean to say “Cupcake”. I’ll show them the bottle and they shake their heads and say, “no—that’s not the label and that’s not the price I’m used to either!” (Cupcake wines sell for an average of $7 a bottle). No one desiring a bottle of Cakebread has made the mistake of asking for

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“Cupcake—go figure.

Let’s now discuss Cakebread’s flagships wines on the shelves right now standing ready for your holiday tables: Cakebread Cellars Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc ($29.99) You Sauv Blanc fans generally form into two different groups. One enjoys the zippy Kiwi stuff primarily but can cross-over to the rounder fruits of California as long as it’s not cloyingly sweet; the other group seems to detest New Zealand Sauv Blanc and drinks only the California white.

If one of each group shows up at your holiday meal, you’ll make them a very happy pair! For all of the fanfare Cakebread continually receives for its Sauv Blanc, we are still surprised by their fresh, vivid aromas of white flowers, ripe melon and citrus fruit. Next, we have rich flavors of zesty pink grapefruit, melon and guava, that leads to a long, crisp finish of bright acidity and refreshing citrus mineral tones.

It’s a perfect starter for the varied Thanksgiving table that will also work as a cleanser between dishes. We recently enjoy this Sauv Blanc with an array of Vietnamese plates inundated with so many fresh herbs— the pairing was the bomb!

Cakebread Cellars 2018 Napa Valley Chardonnay ($39.99) This wine was bottled just a few months ago, so you Chardonnay devotees are in for a delicious treat. The wine opens with aromas of ripe golden apple, white peach, orange blossom and notes of oak. That’s a winner already! On the palate, there’s a marvelous balance between a mild buttery & toasty mouthfeel, apple pie, pear & lemon notes, and fresh acidity of stone fruit flavors. The

finish is clean, with appealing mineral notes.

Full disclosure: this Cakebread Chard will be on our Thanksgiving table.

Cakebread Cellars 2016 Two Creeks Vineyard Pinot Noir ($49.99) Last year, if I were to gauge the sales of a red wine prior to Thanksgiving, Pinot Noir would win hands-down. The news is out that a soft Pinot serves well the Turkey dinner and all the trimmings and fixtures. And when one thinks about it, there is that cozy harvest smell & flavor to that wine.

This Two Creeks Vineyard opens with a bouquet of strawberry, black cherry, raspberry, rose petals, lavender and wet straw. The same fruits move to the palate with all their fresh notes; it’s medium-bodied with layered complexities, with a nice dry finish. Again, full disclosure: this Cakebread Pinot will be on the table.

Cakebread Cellars 2016 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon ($79.99) We just enjoyed this Napa California Cab last night with a rare-cooked New York and sautéd mushrooms atop. It was as good as it gets!—that classic match of steak and red wine. And as you California Cab lovers know, Cakebread has always been one of the best that you’ve tasted.

It’s classic stuff! It’s what brought you that epiphany wine moment. You’re tasting a big, boldly structured Cabernet with deep concentrated black fruits with intriguing dusty, loamy, and mineral-y accents in the mix; particular blackberry, dark cherry, cassis, Mission fig, all plush and proper. I treat myself to a Cakebread Cab, probably only once or twice a year, and I’m still a happy camper!

As mentioned above, Cakebread Cellars have just opened the door to a new re-built Visitor Center. So many of us get up to Napa once and a while and this center will be on your schedule. Their recent press release states: “Cakebread’s focus on providing an immersive guest experience and connection to the wine making process truly sets it apart.”

There are various tasting rooms, winery rooms, lab rooms, and tank rooms for every visitor to enjoy. cakebread.com/visit-ournapa-winery. Cheers!

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29 PALMS INN; 29 Palms; 760-367-3505 Bobby Furgo & Co 6pm ACE HOTEL; PS; 760-325-9900 Mr. Goodboy 9pm AJ’S ON THE GREEN; C.C.; 760-202-1111 Bill and Doug Duo 6:30pm ALIBI; PS; 760-656-1525 Luna Negra 8:30pm BART LOUNGE; C.C.; 760-799-8800 DJ 7pm BERNIE’S; RM; 760-202 4499 Horace Miller, Brian Dennigan and Leon Bisquera 6:3010pm BLUEMBER; RM; 760-862-4581 John Stanley King 6-10pm THE CASCADE LOUNGE, AGUA CALIENTE; RM; 888-999-1995 Ladies Night w/ Bianca from 92.7 9pm CASTELLI’S; PD; 760-773-3365 Patrick Tuzzolino 5:30pm CATALAN; RM; 760-770-9508 George Christian 6-9pm CHEF GEORGE’S PICASSO LOUNGE; PD; 760-200-1768 Michael D’Angelo 6:309:30pm, DJ 9:30pm COPA NIGHTCLUB; PS; 760-866-0021 MOD Squad Variety Show w/ Francesca Amari, Jeff Stewart and Wayne Abravanel 5:30-7:30pm, Lipstick hosted by Bella Da Ball 8pm, DJs Banks and Ax 10pm CUNARD’S SANDBAR; LQ; 760-564-3660 Bill Baker 6pm EUREKA; IW; 760-834-7700 Live Music 8-10pm FISHERMAN’S GROTTO; PD; 760-776-6534 Barry Baughn Blues Band 5:30-8:30pm HENRY’S SPORTS BAR AND GRILL; CC; 760-656-3444 DJ 10pm THE HOOD; PD; 760-636-5220 Red’s Rockstar Karaoke 9pm

HOODOO COCKTAIL GARDEN @ THE HYATT; PS; 760-322-9000 Chris Lomeli 7pm HOTEL PASEO; PD; TBA 4-7pm LA QUINTA RESORT; LQ; 760-564-4111 Steppin Out 6-9pm LAS CASUELAS TERRAZA; PS; 760-3252794 Hot Roxx 6:30pm LAVENDER BISTRO; LQ; 760-564-5353 Mark Guerrero Fireside Lounge, Scott Carter Patio 5:30pm LIT@FANTASY SPRINGS; IND; 760-3452450 Country Night w/ Just Dave Band 7pm MASTRO’S; PD; 760-776-6777 Finesse 6:3010:30pm MELVYN’S RESTAURANT & LOUNGE; PS; 760-325-2323 Ron Greenip 8pm NEIL’S LOUNGE; IND; 760-347-1522 Karaoke 8pm THE NEST; PD; 760-346-2314 Kevin Henry 6-8pm Tim Burleson 8pm PAPPY & HARRIET’S; PT; 760-365-5956 Jet Dread Stone 8pm PLAN B LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AND COCKTAILS; TP; 760-343-2115 Intimate Acoustics w/ Before the Funeral, The Sieve and the Saddle, Rob Lawrence and more.. 9pm PURPLE ROOM; PS; 760-322-4422 Keisha D 6:30-9:30pm SAMMY G’s; PS; 760-320-8041 Evaro Brothers 7:30pm SHANGHAI RED’S @ THE FISHERMAN’S MARKET; PS; 760-322-9293 VooDoo Hustlers 7pm STACY’S; PS; 760-620-5003 Matt Coleman 7pm TACK ROOM TAVERN; IND; 760-347-9985 Karaoke 8pm VICKY’S OF SANTA FE; IW; 760-345-9770 Lisa and the Gents 6:30-10pm THE VINE WINE BAR; PD; 760-341-9463 Aaron Alexander 6-9pm WOODY’S PALMHOUSE; PS; 760-230-0188 Yve Evans and Rick E. Taylor 6:30pm

COPA NIGHTCLUB; PS; 760-866-0021 Viva Friday’s w/ DJ Banks 9pm CUNARD’S SANDBAR; LQ; 760-564-3660 Bill Baker 6pm DESERT BEER CO.; 760-360-5320 TBA 7-9pm DESERT FOX; PD; Danny Gutierrez and Aaron Merc 10pm DRINGK; RM; 760-888-0111 DJ 9pm ELECTRIC SPORTS LOUNGE; YV; 760-2281199 DJ Ceddy Cedd 9pm EL MEXICALI CAFÉ 2; IND; 760-342-2333 Cesar Daniel Lopez on the harp 6-9pm FISHERMAN’S GROTTO; PD; 760-776-6534 Gina Carey 5:30-8:30pm GADI’S BAR & GRILL; YV; 760-820-1213 E.O.E.-001 8pm HENRY’S SPORTS BAR AND GRILL; CC; 760-656-3444 Karaoke w/ KJ Marjovi 9pm THE HOOD; PD; 760-636-5220 Trap/House and Dubstep 9pm HOODOO COCKTAIL GARDEN @ THE HYATT; PS; 760-322-9000 Keisha D 7pm HOTEL PASEO; PD; Michael Keeth 6-9pm HOT SPOT@SPOTLIGHT 29; Coachella; 760-775-5566 Adrian Crush 8:30pm INDIAN WELLS RESORT HOTEL; IW; 760345-6466 Bob Allen 6pm JOSHUA TREE SALOON; JT; 760-366-2250 Karaoke w/ Troy Michaels 7pm KOKOPELLI’S; YV; 760-228-2589 Karaoke 8pm LANDMARK LOUNGE; LQ; 760-289-6736 Barflys 8:30-11pm LA QUINTA BREWERY; PD; 760-200-2597 Mario Quintero and John Quinn 7pm LA QUINTA RESORT; LQ; 760-564-4111 Steppin Out 6-9pm LAS CASUELAS TERRAZA; PS; 760-3252794 Hot Roxx 7:30pm LAVENDER BISTRO; LQ; 760-564-5353 Mark Guerrero Fireside Lounge, Scott Carter Patio 5:30pm LIT@FANTASY SPRINGS; IND; 760-3452450 Vice Versa 9pm MASTRO’S; PD; 760-776-6777 TBA 6:3019TH HOLE; PD; 760-772-6696 TBA 8pm 11pm 29 PALMS INN; 29 Palms; 760-367-3505 Bill MELVYN’S RESTAURANT & LOUNGE; PS; and Bob Duo 6:30pm 760-325-2323 Ron Greenip 8pm ACE HOTEL; PS; 760-325-9900 DJ Pedro Le MOXIE; PS; 760-318-9900 Eevaan Tre Bass 10pm 6-9pm, DJ Pedro Le Bass 9:30pm AGAVE LOUNGE@THE HYATT REGENCY; NEIL’S LOUNGE; IND; 760-347-1522 IW; 760-674-4080 Avenida 7-11pm Karaoke 8-1:15am AJ’S ON THE GREEN; C.C.; 760-202-1111 THE NEST; PD; 760-346-2314 Kevin Henry Live Music 6:30pm 6-8pm Tim Burleson 8pm ALIBI; PS; 760-656-1525 DJs Glitter and O’CAINES; RM; 760-202-3311 DJ Tone 10pm Sand 8:30pm PALM CANYON ROADHOUSE; PS; 760-327BART LOUNGE; C.C.; 760-799-8800 DJs 4080 TBA 9pm Dxsko, Addemup and Sxclsv 7pm BERNIE’S; RM; 760-202 4499 Parick Morris, PALM DESERT COUNTRY CLUB; pd; 760345-0222 Off Da Cuff 6:30pm Brian Dennigan and Leon Bisquera 6:30PAPPY & HARRIET’S; PT; 760-365-5956 10pm Onerepublic 7pm BIG ROCK PUB; IND; 706-200-8988 Cars, PEABODY’S CAFÉ; PS; 760-322-1877 Stars and Rock “N” Roll 8am-10pm BLUEMBER; RM; 760-862-4581 The Stanley Karaoke 7:30pm PLAN B LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AND Butler Trio 6-10pm COCKTAILS; TP; 760-343-2115 Red’s THE CASCADE LOUNGE, SPA RESORT Rockstar Karaoke 9pm CASINO; PS; 888-999-1995 DJ Chase PURPLE ROOM; PS; 760-322-4422 Black Martinez 9pm Market Trust 8pm CASTELLI’S; PD; 760-773-3365 Patrick RED BARN; PD; 760-346-0191 TBA 9pm Tuzzolino 5:30pm RENAISSANCE; PS; 760-322-6000 Live CASUELAS CAFÉ; PD; 760-568-0011 The Music 6-9pm Myx 7pm RIVIERA; PS; 760-327-8311 Michael Keeth CATALAN; RM; 760-770-9508 George 8-11pm Christian 6-9pm ROCKYARD@FANTASY SPRINGS; IND; CHEF GEORGE’S PICASSO LOUNGE; PD; 760-345-2450 Sonic Boom and Gypsy (Stevie 760-200-1768 Michael D’Angelo 6:309:30pm, DJ 9:30pm Nicks Tribute) 7:30pm

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SAMMY G’s; PS; 760-320-8041 Derek Jordan Gregg 12-4pm, Evaro Brothers 8:30pm SHANGHAI RED’S @ THE FISHERMAN’S MARKET; PS; 760-322-9293 Barry Baughn Blues Band 8-11pm SHANGHAI RED’S @ THE FISHERMAN’S MARKET; LQ; 760-777-1601 The Smooth Brothers 8-11pm SHELLY’S LOUNGE@TORTOISE ROCK CASINO; 29 Palms; Rojer Arnold & Bobby Furgo 9pm SONOMA GRILLE@EMBASSY SUITES; PD; 760-340-6600 Denny Pezzin 6-9pm SOUL OF MEXICO; IND; 760-200-8787 Latin Rock 10pm STACY’S; PS; 760-620-5003 Krystofer Do 4:30-7pm, Mark Lee 8pm TACK ROOM TAVERN; IND; 760-347-9985 The Refills 9pm TRILUSSA ITALIAN RISTORANTE; PS; 760328-2300 Julius & Sylvia Music Duo 6-10pm TWELVE ACOUSTIC UNPLUGGED; IND; 760-345-2450 Mark Gregg and Misty Howell 7pm VICKY’S OF SANTA FE; IW; 760-345-9770 Meet the Corwins 5:30-7:30pm, John Stanley King Show 8pm THE VINE WINE BAR; PD; 760-341-9463 Vinny Berry 7-10pm WANG’S; PS; 760-325-9264 DJ Galaxy 5pm WOODY’S PALMHOUSE; PS; 760-230-0188 Cynthia Thomas 6:30pm

GADI’S BAR & GRILL; YV; 760-820-1213 TBA 8pm HENRY’S SPORTS BAR AND GRILL; CC; 760-656-3444 DJ Ray 9pm THE HOOD; PD; 760-636-5220 The Sol Suns and E.A.S. 9pm HOODOO COCKTAIL GARDEN @ THE HYATT; PS; 760-322-9000 The Carmens 7pm HOT SPOT@SPOTLIGHT 29; Coachella; 760-775-5566 Adrian Crush 8:30pm INDIAN WELLS RESORT HOTEL; IW; 760345-6466 Bob Allen 6pm KOKOPELLI’S; YV; 760-228-2589 Karaoke 8pm LANDMARK LOUNGE; LQ; 760-289-6736 JB and Rob Martinez 8:30-11pm LAS CASUELAS TERRAZA; PS; 760-3252794 PS Sound Company 1pm, Hot Roxx 8pm LAVENDER BISTRO; LQ; 760-564-5353 Abie Perkins Fireside Lounge, Mark Guerrero Patio 5:30pm LIT@FANTASY SPRINGS; IND; 760-3452450 Vice Versa 9pm MELVYN’S RESTAURANT & LOUNGE; PS; 760-325-2323 Ron Greenip 8pm MIRAMONTE; IW; 760-341-2200 Trio Envy 6-10pm MOXIE; PS; 760-318-9900 Derek Jordan Gregg 6-9pm, DJ Pedro Le Bass 9:30pm NEIL’S LOUNGE; IND; 760-347-1522 Karaoke 8pm THE NEST; PD; 760-346-2314 Kevin Henry 6-8pm Tim Burleson 8pm O’CAINES; RM; 760-202-3311 DJ Tone 10pm PALM CANYON ROADHOUSE; PS; 76019TH HOLE; PD; 760-772-6696 TBA 8pm 327-4080 6th Annual Rock 4 Prostate Benefit 29 PALMS INN; 29 Palms; 760-367-3505 Concert 5pm Bev and Bill 6:30pm PALM DESERT COUNTRY CLUB; PD; 760ACE HOTEL; PS; 760-325-9900 DJ D Rad 345-0222 On The Rocks 6:30pm noon poolside, and 9pm PAPPY & HARRIET’S; PT; 760-365-5956 AGAVE LOUNGE@THE HYATT REGENCY; Brian Whelan 8pm IW; 760-674-4080 Steppin’ Out 7-11pm PEABODY’S CAFÉ; PS; 760-322-1877 AJ’S ON THE GREEN; C.C.; 760-202-1111 Karaoke 7:30pm Cabaret on the Green Open Mic 7:30pm ALIBI; PS; 760-656-1525 The Midnight Hour PLAN B LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AND COCKTAILS; TP; 760-3432115 Red’s and DJ Day 8:30pm Rockstar Karaoke 9pm BART LOUNGE; C.C.; 760-799-8800 DRIP! PURPLE ROOM; PS; 760-322-4422 Todd w/ DJs Ax and Wall-E 7pm Murray 8pm BERNIE’S; RM; 760-202 4499 Horace Miller, Brian Denigan and Leon Basquera 6:30-10pm RED BARN; PD; 760-346-0191 TBA 9pm ROCKYARD@FANTASY SPRINGS; IND; 760BIG ROCK PUB; IND; 706-200-8988 Cars, 345-2450 Hollywood Blonde and Generation Stars, and Rock “N” Roll 8am-midnight Idol (Billy Idol Tribute) 7:30pm BLUEMBER; RM; 760-862-4581 Gina Carey SAMMY G’s; PS; 760-320-8041 Derek Jordan 6-10pm Gregg 12-4pm, Evaro Brothers 8:30pm CASCADE LOUNGE, SPA RESORT CASINO; SHANGHAI RED’S @ THE FISHERMAN’S PS; 888-999-1995 DJ Michael Wright 9pm MARKET; PS; 760-322-9293 Barry Baughn CASTELLI’S; PD; 760-773-3365 Patrick Blues Band 8-11pm Tuzzolino 5:30pm SHANGHAI RED’S @ THE FISHERMAN’S CASUELAS CAFÉ; PD; 760-568-0011 The MARKET; LQ; 760-777-1601 The Smooth Myx 7pm Brothers 8-11pm CATALAN; RM; 760-770-9508 George SHELLY’S LOUNGE@TORTOISE ROCK Christian 6-9pm CASINO; 29 Palms; Rojer Arnold & Bobby CHEF GEORGE’S PICASSO LOUNGE; PD; Furgo 9pm 760-200-1768 Abie and Natasha 6:30SONOMA GRILLE@EMBASSY SUITES; PD; 9:30pm, DJ 9:30pm 760-340-6600 Denny Pezzin 6-9pm COPA NIGHTCLUB; PS; 760-866-0021 DJ SOUL OF MEXICO; IND; 760-200-8787 Banks and Mr. Miami 9pm Latin Music 10pm CUNARD’S SANDBAR; LQ; 760-564-3660 STACY’S; PS; 760-620-5003 Jessica Bill Baker 6pm Bridgeman 8pm DRINGK; RM; 760-888-0111 DJ 9pm TACK ROOM TAVERN; IND; 760-347-9985 ELECTRIC SPORTS LOUNGE; YV; 760-228Derek Jordan Gregg 9pm 1199 DJ Ceddy Cedd 9pm TRILUSSA ITALIAN RISTORANTE; PS; 760EN VIVO@SPOTLIGHT 29; Coachella; 760328-2300 Julius & Sylvia Music Duo 6-10pm 775-5566 Banda Sin Nombre 9:30pm TWELVE ACOUSTIC UNPLUGGED; IND; FISHERMAN’S GROTTO; PD; 760-776-6534 760-345-2450 Mark Gregg and Misty Howell Jack Ruvio and Tony Bolivar 5:30-8:30pm 7pm

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VICKY’S OF SANTA FE; IW; 760-345-9770 Rose Mallett 5-7pm, Kal David, Lauri Bono and the Real Deal 7:30-11pm THE VINE WINE BAR; PD; 760-341-9463 The Desert Crows 7-10pm WANG’S; PS; 760-325-9264 Live Music 6:30pm WESTIN; RM; 760-328-5955 Michael Keeth 6-10pm WOODY’S PALMHOUSE; PS; 760-230-0188 The Stanley Butler Band 6:30pm

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29 PALMS INN; 29 Palms; 760-367-3505 Bob Garcia 6pm ACE HOTEL; PS; 760-325-9900 Intoxica Radio Live w/ Howie Pyro 9pm AJ’S ON THE GREEN; C.C.; 760-202-1111 Sunday Brunch w/ Live Music 11am ALIBI; PS; 760-656-1525 Hoover iii and Salt Lick 8:30pm BART LOUNGE; C.C.; 760-799-8800 Noche Latino w/ DJ LF 7pm BERNIE’S; RM; 760-202 4499 Patrice Morris 6:30-10pm BIG ROCK PUB; IND; 706-200-8988 Cars, Stars, and Rock “N” Roll 10am-6pm BLUEMBER; RM; 760-862-4581 Michael Keeth 5-9pm CASCADE LOUNGE, SPA RESORT; PS; 888999-1995 Latin Night w/ Nacho Bustillos and Quinto Menguante 9pm CASTELLI’S; PD; 760-773-3365 Patrick Tuzzolino 5:30pm CHEF GEORGE’S PICASSO LOUNGE; PD; 760-200-1768 Paul Douglas 6-9pm COACHELLA VALLEY BREWING CO; TP; 760-343-5973 Acoustic Afternoon w/ J.R. Junior, James Velasquez and Courtney Chambers 2-5pm continue to page 20

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erman specialties abound with authentic flavors at Schnitzelhaus in Palm Desert.

I’ve passed by this popular Bavarian spot on many occasion on my way to the gym, but didn’t stop in until the other night, and oh have I been missing out. Open for lunch and dinner, the cozy gem opened 4 years ago, offering the best in traditional German dishes, from schnitzels to sausages to strudel, and so much more.

Upon our arrival, a congenial Bavarian costumed server greeted us, and with the weather being so agreeable, my boyfriend and I decided to take a seat in their quaint patio, with wood slatted tables and twinkle lights. The owner Michael, came by and helped guide us through the menu. I ordered one of their finest German beers, and took

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into consideration his description of the menu items, to influence my decision as to which selection would win my favor.

Equipped with his knowledge, and our motivated appetite, we landed on what would be two seriously satisfying choices.

My boyfriend went for the Nuemberger Brats, with mild sauerkraut, mustard and roasted potatoes. Although, instead of the potatoes, he switched them out for their Spätzle (a type of pasta), which Michael said they were famous for. I ordered the Bavarian Schweinsbraten, roasted pork, with deep brown beer gravy, red cabbage and roasted potatoes.

Okay, first of all, let me say that the roasted pork was off the chain tender, no knife needed AT ALL! This dish was amazing,

seriously the best roasted pork that I have ever had. The pork’s gravy served as a warm rich blanket, and the red cabbage was, need I say, the best red cabbage ever! It was absent of that sometimes vinegary flavor that the side dish can adopt, but rather, was smooth in its profile. It’s no surprise that I cleaned my plate.

My boyfriend’s Brats were delicious in their own right, with a mild flavor, accented perfectly with the robust mustard, and balanced sauerkraut, and the Spätzle was as good as Michael said it would be.

Now, I’m not partial to ordering dessert when I dine out, as I’m more savory than sweet ( I’m talking about my taste buds, not my personality). But for the sake of this article, I made the sacrifice and ordered their

BY DENISE ORTUNO Apple Strudel. The warm dessert was meaty with dense apples, raisins and walnuts, lightened with some dollops of whipped cream and vanilla ice cream. It put me over the top, and claimed the small space that was left in my stomach.

Dining at Schnitzelhaus was a real delight, and I look forward to visiting them again soon, for some more exquisite bountiful Bavarian dishes!

Schnitzelhaus is located at 77-932 Country Club Dr., Palm Desert 92211 schnitzelhouse-palmdesert.com

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hile the point of independent craft has always been to give the consumer an alternative to the mass marketed industry standards, the idea of what defines craft has always been to stay small, boutique; and most importantly, bucking the mainstream. When fizzy, yellow lagers made with corn, rice, and nary a hop were pretty much the only thing you could pick up from the grocery store, micro brewed beers marked themselves as bold, bittered ales in all colors of the spectrum except pale straw.

While the American lager was defined by its restrained flavor and adjunct use, American craft ale adhered to the Reinheitsgebot (the German purity in brewing act) as a show of superiority, with the American pale ale being the microbrew standard by the mid-1980’s.

Unfortunately, many microbrewers were amateurs without a deep understanding of brewing science, and the general public quickly became wary of brew pubs that sold poorly made or infected beer. Imported beer became a big trend, with college kids choosing to explore the flavors of European styles rather than domestic offerings. By the 1990’s, American craft had come to appreciate and co-opt the European style, with Belgian-style ales being particularly attractive to create.

With recipes that call for fruit, nuts, sugars and spices, Belgian ales are the antithesis of the German brewing style. While there are many small, American breweries that now specialize in Belgian and Abbey ales,

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TJ’S WEIRD BEER REVIEW: 2019 VINTAGE SPICED ALE

the Trader Joe’s chain of stores has carried a house Belgian for years now, and it is as far from the Reinheitsgebot as you can get.

Chambly, Quebec, Canada’s Unibroue specializes in Belgian-style ales, and became popular stateside in the mid to late 90’s when imports were the biggest trend. Formed in 1992, the brewing company has been creating Trader Joe’s annual Vintage Ale series for over 13 years, creating appreciation amongst fans who collect verticals of the series to drink after years of aging. Each 760 mL bottle is packaged in the traditional style of being “on lees” in wine terms, or in regular beer talk, unfiltered and containing yeast sediment in the bottle.

This isn’t a practice limited to Belgian ales or wine, Sierra Nevada Pale Ale is famous for

having a light ring of sediment at the bottom of every bottle. That sediment is also lees, a signature move that still set’s Sierra Nevada Pale Ale apart from other domestic craft.

It’s been a tradition of mine to try a bottle of Trader Joe’s Vintage Ale every year, and just like any vintage, there are noticeable changes with each batch. This year’s version features HUGE herbed character, with sage being the most dominant flavor with each sip. Intensely earthy and woody, the unlikely flavor of dark cherry follows the sage, making for a very complex combination. Coriander is a very common spice in Belgian ales and it’s present here as well, showing up alongside the cherry and sage. The spice character in this beer isn’t subtle, in fact it’s almost a little overwhelming for my taste. Trader Joe’s promo for this beer touts’ flavors of malt and cocoa, with notes of citrus, ginger and baking spices. The ginger is redolent in the aftertaste, along with the faint taste of orange peel. Cocoa and baking spices are nowhere to be found, swallowed up by the almost oppressive sage. I have never cellared a bottle of TJ’s Vintage Ale, and I’m wondering if time will temper the heavy sage character, revealing the other flavors that might be sitting beneath it.

With companies like California’s Lost Abbey and Monkish both creating fantastic Belgianstyle ales domestically, the import craze is not what it used to be, yet it’s a testament to the skill and ingenuity of Unibroue that their beers continue to have a foothold in the US market.

BY AARON RAMSON Their contract with Trader Joe’s is a mutually beneficial arrangement, allowing the company to be exposed to a wider audience who in turn gets to try a product that’s simply outstanding for the price point. At $5.99 a bottle, Trader Joe’s Vintage Ale remains possibly the best house beer they carry, and one that’s worth every penny it costs.

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NOW PLAYING: DOCTOR SLEEP

Here’s the bottom line on this unexpectedly satisfying film: if you read Stephen King’s 1977 novel and his recent follow-up novel “Doctor Sleep” and also enjoyed Stanley Kubrick’s film adaptation of “The Shining,” than you will be swept away by not just the story, but also the artful and

SHINE ON

extraordinary craftsmanship that went into the creation of this compelling horror film that is in essence a true sequel to Kubrick’s iconic 1980 film that also masterfully incorporates both books.

Director Mike Flannagan is an unabashed Kubrick and King fan and has gone to great pains to capture the themes, mood and tone of both artists and their seminal works.

It is well known that King was not fond of Kubrick’s film. In fact, he said he hated it.

Pretty strong words. He thought it was too cold emotionally.

But he has gone on record as liking Flanagan’s adaptation that melds images, moments and emotions from the original film (not clips but astonishing recreations) into the continuing story of Danny Torrance’s search for some semblance of peace forty years after the trauma of the horrifying events he was subjected to, and permanently scarred by, as a child at the Overlook Hotel.

The adult Dan’s encounter with Abra, a brave teen with her own potent ESP (the “shine”), who seeks his help against a merciless adversary known as “Rose the Hat” – a terrific Rebecca Ferguson – foreshadows a looming and brutal life-ordeath battle. But when Dan calls on his own powers to help Abra and her followers, he must face his own fears as he awakens the ghosts of his past.

This good-looking movie has a deliciously slow but steady build; some very good jolts and a tremendously satisfying pay off.

Recommended.

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BY ROBIN E. SIMMONS

NEW FOR THE HOME THEATER: THE FAR COUNTRY (1954) An archetypal example of its genre, this beautiful film is one of five superb westerns James Stewart made with highly regarded director Anthony Mann (this was Mann’s final film).

The story is about Jeff Webster (Stewart) and his sidekick Ben Tatum (Walter Brennan), two stoic adventurers driving cattle to market from Wyoming to Canada who come to loggerheads with a corrupt judge (John McIntire) and his henchmen.

Ruth Roman plays a sultry saloonkeeper who falls for Stewart’s character and teams up with him to take on the errant lawman.

This epic saga set during heady times of the Klondike Gold Rush captures the stunning visual grandeur of northern Canada’s icy glaciers and snow-swept mountain in vivid Technicolor. Mann’s insightful direction expertly steers the film to an unorthodox and unexpected, yet thrilling gun-blazing finale on the imposing, impassive landscape.

This two disc set, both new4K restorations from original film elements (disc one is in the alternate original aspect ratio of 1.85:1 and disc two is 2.00:1). Both discs are loaded with extras, featurettes, a feature length documentary, a fascinating commentary, a limited edition booklet and a reversible sleeve with newly commissioned artwork by Graham Humphreys. ARROW FILMS. For more info: MVDb2b.com robin@coachellavalleyweekly.com

BOOK REVIEW

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"AMERICAN SPY"

BY LAUREN WILKINSON FICTION

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hat are America’s interests globally? Human rights? Freedom?

Corporate expansion? In Lauren Wilkinson’s American Spy (Random House, 295 pages) a young woman discovers the United States government’s point of view on the world may not align with her own.

The story takes place in the mid 1980s. The cold war is heating up and America is expanding its corporate influence across the planet. Marie Mitchell is a young black woman working for the FBI. Top in her class, she struggles to get the best assignments. White men dominate the organization and she is often treated like a mere secretary rather than a competent Federal agent.

When the CIA needs a beautiful black woman to “compromise” a popular African dictator, Marie is offered the job. Fully aware of what they are requesting of her, she declines, but eventually takes the job.

Upon meeting the “dictator” she realizes he is beloved for the radical changes he has made in favor of the poor people in his country.

He made health care available, dug wells, opened schools to girls, and outlawed genital mutilation. He believes in the development of products and resources within his country -- for his country.

On top of putting his country first, he’s well-

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read, loves jazz and is a man of principle. Marie does her best to seduce the President, but he will not compromise his position knowing there are people who want to end his leadership.

Marie finds herself attracted to him and respects the work he is doing to help the people in his country. Unfortunately, the CIA sees him as a problem for the whole region and wants Marie to kill him – or be killed herself.

American Spy is an atypical and compelling spy thriller. The protagonist grew up in middleclass, black America, and worked twice as hard as her white counterparts to rise to the top of her field only to be held down as a person of color and a woman. She’s intelligent, but lets her ambition to make a difference in the world motivate her to take the CIA job. She wants to prove herself.

Marie’s real strength and true character is revealed when she is faced with a moral dilemma. The privatized operative she is working for under the CIA has an agenda that she cannot live with. He preaches that it is in the best interest of America, but she sees what it really is – unbridled greed and a lust for power and control.

I enjoyed the debate between the African dictator and Marie. They discuss the importance of democracy and when it is right for a country, and when it is nothing but a power grab to keep people in place.

The story is told in the first person. Marie is sharing her life and experience in a journal so her twin boys will know their mother – and their father. The novel opens with Marie being attacked and nearly killed. Someone is after

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her. She has to stop them before they kill her and her family.

The author does a beautiful job of developing the real world Marie lives in, and

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her interior world. She is strong, independent and heroic. But she is also haunted. She is an American woman and her values are consistent with the morals of a person who is in service to better mankind. Only, that’s no longer the American way.

American Spy is a fictional narrative based on real people and events. This book is poised for a sequel. Marie is going rogue and I look forward to seeing the geo-political world through her eyes once again. Is this United States of America or America Inc.?

FROM THE CHIEFS CORNER

BY FIRE CHIEF SAM DIGIOVANNA

FLU SEASON AND FIRE SEASON

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hat Does the Flu Season and Fire Season Have in Common? They both can spread very rapidly with dangerous and deadly consequences!

This is the time of year we remind communities in the wildland/urban interface of the dangers of wildland fires. Though fire season is year-round, when the deadly Santa Ana Winds come, the risk skyrockets. So we use the fall season to remind residents to follow the “Ready, Set, Go” model of wildfire preparation.

But there’s another dangerous season out there we need to be aware of.

Flu season is among us and, as with fire, it’s important to take preventive measures and prepare your resources (you) to fight off and prevent colds and the flu. When it comes to being exposed to airborne and bloodborne pathogenic germs, firefighters are among the most at risk.

And this is not just a little inconvenience that one or two sick days can cure. Between December and April, emergency rooms become saturated with people suffering from the flus. Harvard Medical School estimates that 36,000 people die and more than 200,000 are hospitalized each year in the U.S. due to flu.

Have you and your family members received the flu vaccine? How about those you work with? Are you stocked up on over-the-counter medications?

If you think about it, firefighting and “flu fighting” are very similar. Both start out small, but if not rapidly attacked, they develop into a much worse situation. Let’s look at this similarity a little more closely.

Incipient Fire — This first stage begins when heat, oxygen and a fuel source combine and have a chemical reaction resulting in fire. This is also known as “ignition” and is usually represented by a very small fire that hopefully goes out on its own before severe stages are reached. Recognizing a fire in this stage provides your best chance at suppression or escape.

Cold/Flu — The incipient stage is the incubation period, or the time it takes for a person who has been exposed to the virus to become infected (think of infection as ignition). The Merck Manual’s Online Medical Library section on influenza reports the incubation period may be from one to four days (first stage), averaging about 48 hours from exposure.

Free Burning Fire — As the fire grows, the structure’s fire load and available oxygen are used as fuel for the fire. The fire starts rapidly spreading to other parts

of the building, creating more damage. It is during this shortest of the four stages when a deadly “flashover” can occur, potentially trapping, injuring or killing firefighters.

Cold/Flu — The U.S. Library of Medicine defines communicability as the time it takes an infectious agent to be transmitted from an infected person to another person (spreading rapidly). Once infected with influenza-type illnesses, the affected person may begin shedding the virus to others one day before signs and symptoms occur and continue to be contagious after symptoms begin. Prevention is all but impossible at this stage of the disease.

Fully Involved Fire — When all combustible materials have been ignited, a fire is considered fully developed.

This is the hottest phase of a fire and the most dangerous for anybody trapped within it. At this point our efforts are generally focused on protecting endangered structures. We surround the fire, apply massive amounts of water and let the contents burn themselves out.

Cold/Flu — Fighting a fully developed flu virus is not much different. You position yourself in a safe place (usually your bed!) and “surround and drown” with fluids and rest. You generally cannot do much except protect exposures (others) by limiting your contact with them.

Flu Prevention Bureau If fighting the flu has similarities with fighting fire, we can extend the metaphor a little further.

In the fire service we rely on our Fire Prevention Bureau to educate the public as to the common causes of residential fires. We understand that a little education goes a long way in preventing fires.

Well, the flu is no different, except this time we’re educating ourselves! So, following are a few tips from your friendly Flu Prevention Bureau: Wash your hands. The most important prevention measure for preventing colds and flu is frequent hand washing. Rub your hands with warm soapy water for at least 20 seconds to slough germs off the skin.

Get a flu vaccine. Within two weeks of getting a flu vaccine, antibodies develop in the body and provide protection against flu. Children receiving the vaccine for the first time need two doses delivered one month apart.

If you get exposed or get sick, take action. Give yourself time to recover, with plenty of fluids and lots of rest. Seek medical help if your symptoms don’t improve. Antiviral medicine may also help prevent flu if you have been exposed to someone with flu symptoms.

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29 PALMS INN; 29 Palms; 760-367-3505 Bill and Bob Duo 6pm ACE HOTEL; PS; 760-325-9900 Ace Karaoke 9pm AJ’S ON THE GREEN; C.C.; 760-202-1111 TBA 8pm BART LOUNGE; C.C.; 760-799-8800 House Party Tuesdays w/ DJS LF, Ax and Tanner 7pm BERNIE’S; RM; 760-202 4499 Chris Lomeli 6:30-10pm CASTELLI’S; PD; 760-773-3365 Patrick Tuzzolino 5:30pm CHEF GEORGE’S PICASSO LOUNGE; PD; 760-200-1768 Lizann Warner 6:30-9:30pm, DJ 9:30pm CUNARD’S SANDBAR; LQ; 760-564-3660 Bill Baker 6pm FIRESIDE LOUNGE; PS; 760-327-1700 Red’s Rockstar Karaoke 9pm HENRY’S SPORTS BAR AND GRILL; CC; 760-656-3444 Karaoke w/ KJ Danny 9pm THE HOOD; PD; 760-636-5220 Drag Queen Bingo 9pm HUNTER’S; PS; 760-323-0700 Karaoke 9pm JOSHUA TREE SALOON; JT; 760-366-2250 Ted Quinn’s Open Mic 7pm KOKOPELLI’S; YV; 760-228-2589 Karaoke 7pm LAS CASUELAS TERRAZA; PS; 760-3252794 PS Sound Company 6:30pm LAVENDER BISTRO; LQ; 760-564-5353 Abie Perkins Fireside Lounge, Mark Guerrero Patio 5:30pm LIT@FANTASY SPRINGS; IND; 760-3452450 Brad’s Pad 7pm MASTRO’S; PD; 760-776-6777 Finesse 6:30-10:30pm

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29 PALMS INN; 29 Palms; 760-367-3505 Daniel Horn 6pm AJ’S ON THE GREEN; C.C.; 760-202-1111 Jazz Jam w/ Doug MacDonald & Friends 7pm BART LOUNGE; C.C.; 760-799-8800 Gamer Night w/ DJs 7pm BERNIE’S; RM; 760-202 4499 Chris Lomeli 6:30-10pm BIG ROCK PUB; IND; 706-200-8988 Smooth Brothers 7-10pm BLUEMBER; RM; 760-862-4581 Michael Keeth 6-10pm CASTELLI’S; PD; 760-773-3365 Patrick Tuzzolino 5:30pm CHEF GEORGE’S PICASSO LOUNGE; PD; 760-200-1768 Barry Minniefield 6:309:30pm, DJ 9:30pm COACHELLA VALLEY BREWING CO; TP; 760-343-5973 Uncle Ben’s Open Mic 6-8pm

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WHEN BLACK FRIDAY COMES

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National Retail Federation survey of 7,782 adults found that the average consumer will spend $1,048 over the 2019 holidays, a 4% increase from last year. This equates to approximately $730 billion over the holiday shopping season. Despite recent tariff wars between the United States and China or the E.U., retailers are importing the record levels of merchandise. While imports are expected to grow by only 0.9% for 2019, it marks the tenth consecutive year of growth.

Consumer spending is expected to be split between gifts (63%), non-gift purchases like greeting cards or food (22%) and nongift purchases made for yourself because of a holiday deal (15%).

The survey found that younger shoppers were providing the momentum for a strong holiday season. More than half of all people between the ages of 25 and 34 expect to buy presents for work colleagues while 82% will give gifts to friends.

The item that’s atop 59% of all shopping lists is gift cards followed by clothing/ accessories at 52%, books/media 35% and electronics at 24%. Other popular gift categories include home décor (24%), jewelry (23%) and personal care items (21%). Two in three women would like a gift card for the holidays while half of men would prefer a gift card to a gift.

In a telling finding that shows how times

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have changed, nearly six in ten shoppers are expected to shop online while slightly more than half will visit a mall. Three in four shoppers will use their smart phone to research a purchase.

One in eight people start shopping for the winter holidays before Labor Day while 43% of us make our first purchase during November. Three percent of folks wait until the last two weeks of December.

If you like to give or receive technology gifts, Consumer Reports (CR) recently released their list of the top options that cost less than $100. Their list is based on price and performance as tested in their labs.

When it comes to Streaming Media Device, CR’s top choice at $99.99 is the Roku

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Ultra 2018. In addition to its 4K compatibility and a wide array of channels to select from, this device will search for the least expensive option when purchasing a movie or TV show. The coolest feature to most is that the device has a button on it that helps you in finding a lost remote control. Other users especially like the headphone jack located in the remote for private listening at night.

Tablets: By far the best deal is the Amazon Fire HD 8 2108 edition with 16GB which are selling for $79.00. With a subscription to Amazon Prime, your tablet provides access to a massive warehouse of books, movies, magazines and music in addition to online access and apps like Words With Friends.

Smart Speaker: The third generation Amazon Echo Dot topped the list at a price

of $49.99. This device serves as a perfect device for listening to background music or talk radio but should not be considered as an alternative to higher end audio components.

As part of the Amazon universe of products, Alexa is incorporated into the device meaning that you can do things like adding items to a shopping list that resides on your phone, turn on/off other smart devices in your home, serves as an intercom between rooms and so much more.

Looking for a more powerful wireless speaker? Consumer Report testers found that two JBL Bluetooth speakers ($79.99 each) fills the room with better sound than the higher priced one speaker units.

Haddon Libby is the Founder and Managing Partner of Winslow Drake Investment Management. For more information on their services, please visit www.WinslowDrake.com or email HLibby@ WinslowDrake.com.

LEGAL REPRESENTATION OF THE INJURED & CRIMINALLY ACCUSED

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE: DID IT REALLY HAPPEN?

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ast week I wrote that not every Domestic Violence Arrest involves a guilty defendant. I received many emails and calls from my article suggesting if someone was arrested they must be guilty. I know this would be my mother’s reasoning too. My readers felt that the police would not arrest an innocent party.

Of course, the police wouldn’t make a false arrest... on purpose. However, it happens on a regular basis... or at least the victim wants the court to think that is the case.

You have to understand the police and DA are between a rock and a hard place.

If they don’t arrest and prosecute, then if the abuser does it again and someone dies, the lawyer for the deceased may file a lawsuit against them for negligence. The argument would be if they did their job the abuser would be in custody or subject to a Restraining Order that would somehow have protected the victim.

The victim in these cases is often the spouse who continues to live with the party that hit her. She reasons they need the husband working to put food on the table as they are living month to month. Thus they sometimes represent to the lawyer, the DA or the court that nothing happened.

The DA’s are reluctant to dismiss a case like this knowing the request to drop the charges is not necessarily because the

incident did not happen, but rather for the family’s financial security.

Another similar case of mine was a wellrespected woman, who was a “cutter” and worked for a large company in the CV. She told the police her husband hit her over the head and showed the police the red mark.

She said she did not want him arrested but just wanted him out of the house. Again he was arrested and $50,000 bail was set.

The next morning the husband and wife showed up in my office. The wife explained she is a cutter and abuses herself and just wanted her husband out of the home that night and thus hit herself over the head with a frying pan. She paid his legal fees out of her business account.

I asked her to provide a declaration, and she agreed. I called my paralegal in and she took down the info from the wife and typed it up. The wife read it and said it was correct but she wanted to take it home to sleep on it. The next morning she called and said if this confession that admitted she was a cutter surfaced, she would be fired from her job.

I presented the DA with the unsigned declaration my paralegal had typed up along with my paralegal’s declaration that the victim gave this info to us. I included a copy of the wife’s retainer check. I included my declaration along with that of the

paralegal which explained, under oath as an officer of the court, that the wife had read it and agreed the info was correct but wanted to sleep on it. I convinced the DA to drop the case.

These are examples of bad cases, but clearly not the majority of the cases that are righteous DV cases.

Remember: Silence is Golden and Handcuffs are Silver so DON’T TALK to POLICE without your lawyer’s permission.

FUTURE ARTICLE IDEAS? CONTACT DALE GRIBOW 760-837-7500/ dale@ dalegribowlaw.com.

DALE GRIBOW - REPRESENTING THE INJURED AND CRIMINALLY ACCUSED “TOP LAWYER” - California’s Prestige Magazine, Palm Springs Life (PI/DUI) 201120 “TOP LAWYER” - Inland Empire Magazine 2016- 2019 PERFECT 10.0 AVVO Peer Rating “DON’T DRINK AND DRIVE OR TEXT AND GET A DUI OR ACCIDENT. CALL A TAXI, LYFT OR UBER. THEY ARE A LOT CHEAPER THAN CALLING ME”. SO DRIVE SOBER OR GET PULLED OVER.

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COMEDY

BY STEPHANIE GREEN

CALENDAR FOR NOVEMBER 14-20, 2019 CASINOS

Fantasy Springs Sara Evans Friday, Nov. 15 8pm Tickets 39.00, 49.00, 69.00 (800) 827-2946 or fantasyspringsresort.com The “Born To Fly” singer has notched five No. 1 singles, sold millions of albums worldwide and won the most prestigious awards in country music.

Each ticket includes $10 in FREE Slot Play!

Morongo Casino 94.7 The WAVE presents Eric Darius Thursday, Nov. 14 8pm Tickets FREE 800-252-4499 morongocasinoresort.com Darius has shared the stage with Grammy award-winning artists Prince, Mary J. Blige, David Foster, Carlos Santana, Babyface, George Benson, and many others. Win tickets at 947thewave.com! While supplies last.

Spotlight 29 Casino Los Rieleros Del Norte Saturday, Nov. 16 8pm Tickets 40.00, 50.00, 60.00 760-775-5566 - spotlight29.com The three-time Grammy nominated norteño band has released over 50 albums and a number of Billboard topping songs including “Te Quiero Mucho,” “Amor Prohibido,” “Una Aventura,” and “Copa Sin Vino.”

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THEATRE

Palm Canyon Theatre Priscilla Queen of the Desert Thursday, Nov. 14 7pm Friday, Nov. 15 8pm Saturday, Nov. 16 8pm Sunday, Nov. 17 2pm Tickets 32.00, 36.00 760-323-5123 palmcanyontheatre.org Based on the hit movie, the musical is the heartwarming adventure of three friends who take their show to the middle of the Australian outback.

Songs include “I Will Survive,” “Finally” and many more.

CVRep Playhouse Dinner With Friends Thursday, Nov. 14 7:30pm Friday, Nov. 15 7:30pm Saturday, Nov. 16 2pm & 7:30pm Sunday, Nov. 17 2pm Tuesday, Nov. 19 7:30pm Wednesday, Nov. 20 7:30pm

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Tickets 58.00 760-296-2966 - cvrep.org Donald Margulies’ Pulitzer Prizewinning 1998 play about two married couples who have been friends for many years. Both couples struggle with questions of loyalty, individuality, and commitment.

Desert Theatreworks Murder on the Orient Express Thursday, Nov. 14 7:30pm Friday, Nov. 15 7:30pm Saturday, Nov. 16 7:30pm Sunday, Nov. 17 2pm Tickets 25.00, 30.00, 32.00 760-980-1455 - dtworks.org Brand-new adaptation of Agatha Christie’s popular tale by awardwinning playwright Ken Ludwig.

Annenberg Theater An Evening with Renee Elise Goldsberry Saturday, Nov. 16 6pm Tickets 95.00, 265.00, 295.00 760-325-4490 - psmuseum.org 17th Annual Opening Night Benefit Concert. The Tony Award-winning actress, singer and songwriter’s Broadway credits include “Rent,” “Hamilton,” “The Color Purple,” and “The Lion King.”

Annenberg Theater Coachella Valley Symphony: Falling in Love Sunday, Nov. 17 3pm Tickets 45.00, 55.00, 65.00 760-325-4490 - psmuseum.org The 27th season opens with music

by Manuel de Falla, Sergei Prokofiev, Henry Mancini, and James Horner.

McCallum Theatre Mandy Patinkin in Concert: DIARIES Saturday, Nov. 16 8pm Tickets 70.00, 100.00, 135.00 760-340-2787 mccallumtheatre.com The acclaimed actor/singer/ storyteller is presented in his most electrifying role: concert performer.

With Adam Ben-David on piano.

McCallum Theatre The Kingston Trio Sunday, Nov. 17 3pm Tickets 25.00, 45.00, 65.00 760-340-2787 mccallumtheatre.com In celebration of 60 years of music, the legendary folk group will perform timeless classics such as “Where Have All The Flowers Gone?” and “Tom Dooley.”

hotel ZOSO Selene Luna & Friends Saturday, Nov. 16 7pm Tickets 20.00 760-325-9676 hotelzosopalmsprings.com Presented by Palm Springs International Comedy Festival. Fresh off her role as the voice of Tía Rosita in Disney-Pixar’s “COCO,” Luna hosts a lineup of both rising and established comedians.

Theatre 29 Improv Comedy Saturday, Nov. 16 7pm Tickets 5.00, 7.00, 10.00 760-361-4151 - theatre29.org Theatre 29 Improvisational Comedy Troupe.

The Amigo Room at Ace Hotel & Swim Club Belly Flop Wednesday, Nov. 20 9pm Tickets FREE 21+ 760-325-9900 acehotel.com/palmsprings Weekly stand-up comedy series featuring Brooks Whelan (cast member of SNL, #1 comedy album on iTunes, Conan, Seth Myers, Comedy Central).

Moxie Palm Springs Foxie at Moxie Sunday, Nov. 17 7pm Tickets 10.00, 20.00, 25.00. FREE Standing Room is available at the door.

Limited first-come, first-served basis.

760-318-9900 moxiespalmsprings.com Join Morgan McMichaels, Delta Work, Ethylina Canne and Mayhem Miller for one fierce drag show with a rotating cast of super Queens! Local performers, national entertainers and guests from RuPaul’s Drag Race.

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ART/MUSEUMS

Coachella Valley History Museum Flight Plan: The Birds of Sunnylands Thursday, Nov. 14 10am – 4pm Saturday, Nov. 16 10am – 4pm Sunday, Nov. 17 1pm – 4pm Tickets FREE 760-342-6651 - cvhm.org This exhibition features birds that reside throughout the valley — or touch down along their migratory route.

Over 145 species have been identified at Sunnylands. Photographed by Tim Laman (National Geographic).

Hi-Desert Nature Museum Hi-Noon Museum Lecture Thursday, Nov. 14 12noon – 1pm Tickets 5.00. FREE for museum members/sponsors.

760-369-7212 hidesertnaturemuseum.org David Bacon’s latest book, “In the Fields of the North” documents the

lives of farm workers in photographs and narratives. Co-published by the University of California Press (Berkeley). Beverages will be served.

Palm Springs Art Museum Barbara Stauffacher Solomon.

Breaking all the Rules.

Thursday, Nov. 14 12noon – 8pm Friday, Nov. 15 10am – 5pm Saturday, Nov. 16 10am – 5pm Tickets 14.00 Adults 11.00 Seniors (62+) 6.00 Students/Teachers. Always free for children under 18, active duty military and their family. Free admission every Thursday from 4pm – 8pm.

760-322-4800 - psmuseum.org Solomon’s iconic style of mixing Swiss Modernism with West Coast Pop pioneered a fresh, new look that came to be called California Cool and is recognized as a seminal moment in the history of graphic design.

Palm Springs Art Museum Brave New Worlds: Explorations of Space Thursday, Nov. 14 12noon – 8pm Friday, Nov. 15 10am – 5pm Saturday, Nov. 16 10am – 5pm Tickets 14.00 Adults 11.00 Seniors (62+) 6.00 Students/Teachers. Always free for children under 18, active duty military and their family. Free admission every Thursday from 4pm – 8pm.

760-322-4800 - psmuseum.org Brave New Worlds: Exploration of Space invites you to enter the creative universes of five contemporary artists through sculpturally immersive installations.

Palm Springs Art Museum Contrasts: Promised Gifts from the Kaplan-Ostergaard Glass Collection Thursday, Nov. 14 12noon – 8pm Friday, Nov. 15 10am – 5pm Saturday, Nov. 16 10am – 5pm Tickets 14.00 Adults 11.00 Seniors (62+) 6.00 Students/Teachers. Always free for children under 18, active duty military and their family. Free admission every Thursday from 4pm – 8pm.

760-322-4800 - psmuseum.org Contrasts brings together a selection of promised gifts from the collection of David Kaplan and Glenn Ostergaard that exemplify glass as an artistic form.

Palm Springs Art Museum Haus of Sages: Opening + Tea Ceremony Thursday, Nov. 14 5:30pm Tickets FREE 760-322-4800 - psmuseum.org Artist-in-Residence. The ceremony includes pottery, handmade dyed textiles, photography, poetry, and wood carvings all dedicated to the idea of One Encounter, One Chance.

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HEALTH/FITNESS

Westin Mission Hills Health, Wealth & Wellness EXPO Friday, Nov. 15 3pm – 6pm Tickets FREE 760-568-9351 ranchomiragechamber.org Explore the latest in health care, fitness, nutrition and more at the inaugural event. Tastings by Westin Mission Hills, Pastry Swan, Haus of Poke, Clark’s Nutrition, Ben & Jerry’s, Juniper Table and more!

Desert Institute at Joshua Tree National Park Citizen Science: Rock Art Recording Workshop Saturday, Nov. 16 8am – 4pm Tickets FREE 760-367-5535 - joshuatree.org Archaeologist Daniel McCarthy will lead participants on an ancient petroglyph site that needs mapping, recording and photographing. Located within the Rodman Mountains Wilderness Area.

Hike Level: Moderate.

Desert Institute at Joshua Tree National Park Women’s Get-Away Weekend Saturday, Nov. 16 8am – 5pm Tickets 35.00, 45.00 760-367-5537 - joshuatree.org Discover the Wonderland of Rocks.

Please come prepared for some easy rock scrambling as you navigate through uneven, rocky terrain during the exciting exploration of this unique and special landscape.

Desert Institute at Joshua Tree National Park Women’s Get-Away Weekend Sunday, Nov. 17 8am – 4pm Tickets 120.00, 130.00 760-367-5537 - joshuatree.org Join Gabriela and Caroline on hikes; learn camping and backpacking tips and more! Unplug, get away, learn new skills and enjoy the company of like-minded women. Classes will be held at the Lost Horse Campground.

Civic Center Park Coachella Valley Heart Walk Saturday, Nov. 16 9am Tickets FREE 951-384-7776 - www2.heart.org The American Heart Association’s premiere event for raising funds to save lives from heart disease and stroke. Promotes physical activity and heart-healthy living in a fun environment. Rewarding for the entire family.

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COMMUNITY

The Joslyn Center VIP Open House Thursday, Nov. 14 5pm – 7pm Tickets FREE 760-340-3220 - joslyncenter.org

Tour showcasing some of the senior center’s available programs.

29 Palms Historical Society Sky’s The Limit Why Do We Look Up Friday, Nov. 15 7pm – 9pm Tickets FREE, but space is limited.

Reserved seating is available for 10.00.

760-490-9561 - skysthelimit29.org Join guest astronomer Jim O’Connor for a fascinating trip through the cultural development of astronomy.

29 Palms Visitor Center 29 Palms Certified Farmers’ Market Saturday, Nov. 16 8am – 1pm Tickets FREE 760-401-0028 - 29chamber.org Fresh, local, and organic produce, baked goods, great food vendors, plus arts and crafts!

Turtle Island Joshua Tree Certified Farmers’ Market Saturday, Nov. 16 8am – 1pm Tickets FREE 760-420-7529 joshuatreefarmersmarket.com Meet your local farmers and buy fresh produce for the week. Live music and local arts and crafts.

Sky’s The Limit Observatory & Nature Center Star Party Saturday, Nov. 16 After Sunset Tickets FREE 760-365-7897 - skysthelimit29.org Free public star-viewing event!

Beatnik Lounge “Teddy” Talks Saturday, Nov. 16 6pm – 8pm Tickets FREE facebook.com/beatniklounge Hosted by Ted Quinn. The lecture series is designed to facilitate community by offering a platform in TedX style for JT area lovers.

The 15th Annual Greater Palm Springs Economic Summit Tuesday, Nov. 19 8am – 11am Tickets 110.00 760-340-1575 visitgreaterpalmsprings.com Whether you are a business leader in the region or looking into moving or expanding your business here, this year’s Summit program will demonstrate why Greater Palm Springs is one of the best places to work and live!

Rancho Mirage Library Speaker Series Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2pm – 3pm Tickets FREE 760-341-7323 ranchomiragelibrary.org Climate change is threatening our homes, lifestyles, and wildlife and wild-lands. Allen Monroe, President and CEO of The Living Desert will detail these changes, and also share reasons why we should be hopeful.

FOOD/WINE/BEER

Stuft Pizza Bar & Grill Tap Night at Westfield Palm Desert Tuesday, Nov. 19 4:30pm – 8:30pm Tickets FREE 760-610-7990 stuftpizzabarandgrill.com Are you a beer lover? Then you’ll love Stuft Pizza Bar & Grill’s #tapnightuesday events featuring craft beer tastings, specials and fun giveaways.

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SPORTS

Indian Wells Tennis Garden Mixers Thursday, Nov. 14 6pm – 8pm Tickets FREE for Members, 10.00 for Non-Members.

760-200-8200 indianwellstennisgarden.com Mix it up Tennis Paradise style!

Share the court with your desert companions and ace the competition in this weekly adult mixer.

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FESTIVALS

Camelot Theatres Bow Wow Film Festival Friday, Nov. 15 6pm – 9pm Tickets 10.00, 25.00, 50.00 psculturalcenter.org Short films for the LOVE of DOGS. The Palm Springs Animal Shelter and the Palm Springs Cultural Center are teaming up to host the inaugural festival. All Coachella Valley pet owners are invited to enter the photo contest.

Big Rock Pub Cars Stars & Rock ‘n’ Roll Friday, Nov. 15 10am – 12am Saturday, Nov. 16 9am – 12am Sunday, Nov. 17 10am – 7pm Tickets 10.00, 25.00 All Three Days 888-296-0528 thebigrockpub.com A three day festival featuring classic car and memorabilia auctions, and live music.

Cabot’s Pueblo Museum Desert Hot Springs Pride Festival Saturday, Nov. 16 10am – 5pm Tickets FREE diversitydhs.org The third annual festival features live entertainment, food vendors, exhibitor booths and more!

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and operating expenses of the senior center. Open to the general public.

Roadrunner Dunes Golf Course “Toys For 29” Mayors Golf Tournament Saturday, Nov. 16 7am Tickets 55.00 + a toy or additional 10.00 donation for a toy.

760-367-6799 ci.twentynine-palms.ca.us Presented by Mayor Steve Bilderain and Mayor Pro Tem Joel Klink. Includes 18 holes with cart, food and prize money.

Ironwood Country Club Corks & Cuisine Saturday, Nov. 16 6pm – 10pm Tickets – Tax-Deductible Donation 760-773-6554 desertcancerfoundation.org Join Desert Cancer Foundation for an unrivaled pairing of food, wine, craft cocktails and entertainment.

Temple Sinai David Syme Concert Monday, Nov. 18 7pm Tickets 50.00, 100.00 760-568-9699 - templesinaipd.org The internationally-renowned pianist’s repertoire includes Bach and Chopin. He has recorded 20 CDs with orchestras, such as the Royal Philharmonic. A portion of proceeds will support Sinai’s education programs.

Indian Wells Golf Resort Putting Party with a Purpose Wednesday, Nov. 20 5pm – 8pm Tickets 100.00, 1,000.00, 1,500.00 760-836-1160 - bgcofcv.org The Friends of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Coachella Valley invite you to experience “Shots in the Night,” a glow in the dark extravaganza!

Vicky’s of Santa Fe Jersey Gold Wednesday, Nov. 20 6:30pm – 9:30pm Tickets 100.00 760-345-9770 vickysofsantafe.com The performers pay tribute to Broadway’s hit “Jersey Boys” and the music of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons! A portion of proceeds benefit Assistance League Palm Springs Desert Area’s arts scholarship program.

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CHARITY EVENTS

Cathedral City Senior Center “Pasta Suprema!”

Thursday, Nov. 14 6pm – 8:30pm Tickets 45.00 760-321-1548 - theccsc.org The fourth annual benefit dinner is generously provided by Nicolino’s Famous Italian Restaurant. The event helps underwrite special programs

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BY AIMEE MOSCO

FILLING YOUR RESERVOIR WITH LOVE

“The energy of love holds the highest vibratory frequency and boasts of untold riches.” –Gratitude + Forgiveness x (LOVE) = Happiness, by Aimee Mosco and Donald L. Ferguson, page 70. t is not a big secret that love feels better than anything else. It is also not hard to believe that throwing love at any situation yields greater results than anger or sarcasm delivered in its place. These are not great mysteries revealed.

What happens when what you do and what you know about love are not intersecting?

When you lose your mind and yell at a snarky salesperson, or when you criticize your mate, whom you truly love, for no reason other than that you are in a bad mood from a long day. How do you set yourself back on a path of love? How do you reconnect with love in a moment when it feels like it’s out of reach?

The unmanaged, subconscious conversations that go on between you and your inner self have a way of inspiring you to act or speak from places where love doesn’t live. The repetitive circulation of unfavorable thought forms born in moments of frustration, anger and disappointment have a way of prompting you to speak words you later regret, or not speak words you wish later you would have spoken.

A simple solution to this dilemma begins by actively raising your consciousness in relation to the thoughts you are generating.

Take greater charge of the subconscious conversations that happen in the forums of your mind. Set your intent to listen to your inner voices and put the brakes on thoughts that reinforce negativity. Redirect yourself when you tap into thoughts that lead you away from love. This practice has the power to impact on your words and actions.

If you find this is difficult, you may gain benefit from filling your reservoir with love.

Set aside a space in your mind that is solely dedicated to receiving and distributing the

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energy of love. It helps to visualize a beautiful room, library or your favorite scene in nature.

This is a space in your mind you will fortify with love when you are feeling calm, joyous or generous.

When you are naturally connecting with an emotion based in love without trying too hard, take some of that emotion and make a deposit in your reservoir. Let it collect there. When you feel yourself succumbing to an unsavory thought that may turn into an unsavory exchange, tap into your reserves and let the love you have stock-piled take over.

In my pursuit to help you stay aligned with love, I invite you to join Facebook group Evolve through Love hosted by Elizabeth Scarcella, BB Ingle and me. Go to facebook. com/groups/evolvethroughlove and share with us your experiences.

Aimee Mosco is an Author, Intuitive Channel, Global Ambassador for SpeakingfromOurHearts.org, and Co-Founder of Intentional Healing Systems, LLC. Aimee’s passion for helping others inspired her book “Gratitude + Forgiveness x (LOVE) = Happiness”. For more information, find Aimee at www.ihsunity.com.

FREEWILL ASTROLOGY

Week of November 14

ARIES (March 21-April 19): If there are any potential Aries heroes or leaders or saviors out there, the coming weeks will be a favorable time for you to fully bloom and assert your practical magnificence. The lessons you have learned while improvising workable solutions for yourself are ripe to be applied to the riddles that are puzzling your tribe or group or gang. I want to let you know, however, that to achieve maximum effectiveness, you should be willing to do good deeds for people who may not be able to pay you back.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You’re entering a phase of your astrological cycle when it’s crucial that your receptivity be as robust as possible. To guide you in this delightful but perhaps challenging work, here are good questions for you to pose. 1. Do you know what help and support you need most, and are you brave and forthright enough to ask for it? 2.

Is there any part of you, perhaps unconscious, that believes you don’t deserve gifts and blessings? 3. Do you diligently cultivate your capacity to be refreshed and restored? 4. Are you eagerly responsive when life surprises you with learning experiences and inspirations?

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): “Many people will not be honest because they fear loss of intimacy and togetherness,” writes self-help author Henry Cloud. But the truth, he adds, is that “honesty brings people closer together,” because it “strengthens their identities.” Therein lies the tender paradox: “The more you realize your separate identities, the closer you can become.” Living according to this principle may not be as easy or convenient as being deceptive and covert, but it’s ultimately more gratifying. Henry Cloud concludes, “Telling loved ones what is really on your mind and telling others what you really think is the foundation of love.”

CANCER (June 21-July 22): “Maturity is having the ability to escape categorization,” said poet Kenneth Rexroth. That’s the opposite of the conventional wisdom. For many people, the process of growing up and becoming a seasoned adult means trying to fit in, to find one’s category, to be serious and steady and stable. Rexroth, on the other hand, suggested that when you fully ripen into your potentials, you transcend standard definitions; you don’t adhere to others’ expectations; you are uniquely yourself, outside and beyond all pigeonholes and classifications. The coming weeks will be an excellent time for you to practice and cultivate this sacred art.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Is there an event from your past that would be empowering for you to remember in detail? Is there a neglected but still viable dream you could resurrect, thereby energizing your enthusiasm for the future? Are there old allies you’ve lost touch with but who, if you called on them, could provide you with just the boost you need? Is there a familiar pleasure you’ve grown numb to but could reinvigorate by visualizing the original reasons you loved it? The coming weeks will be a favorable time to meditate on these questions.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Catholic saint St. Francis (1181–1226) loved animals and the natural world. According to one folkloric tale, he was once traveling on foot with several companions when they came upon a place where the trees were filled with birds. Francis said, “Wait for me while I go preach to my sisters the birds.” He proceeded to do just that. The birds were an attentive audience for the duration of his sermon, apparently captivated by his tender tones. Seven centuries later, author Rebecca West offered a critique of the birdwhisperer. “Did St. Francis preach to the birds?” she asked. “Whatever for? If he really liked birds he would have done better to preach to the cats.” In the coming weeks, Virgo, I encourage you to do the metaphorical equivalent of preaching to both the birds and the cats.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Every now and then I authorize you Libras to shed your polite, tactful personas and express the angst you sometimes feel but usually hide. That’s now! To egg you on,

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read this mischievous rant by Libran blogger Clary Gay (claryfightwood.tumblr.com): “We Libras are constantly thinking about how to make everyone else comfortable and happy. There’s not a minute going by when we’re not worrying about radiating a soothing and comforting aura so everyone can have a good time. If a Libra is cranky, it’s because they snapped! Because of some non-Libra who doesn’t appreciate them! If a Libra is mean to people, it’s their own damn fault!”

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Poet Robert Bly tells us that the door to the soul is unlocked. You don’t have to struggle through any special machinations to open it or go through it. Furthermore, the realm of the soul is always ready for you. Always!

It harbors the precise treasure you need in order to be replenished and empowered. I bring this to your attention, Scorpio, because I think that during the next two weeks, you should abide as much as possible in the soul’s realm—the cornucopia of holy truths and ever-fresh riches.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): In my estimation, what you’ve experienced lately has been akin to a fermentation process. It’s as if you’re undergoing a transformation with resemblances to the way that grapes turn into wine or milk becomes yogurt or dough rises before being baked into bread.

You may have had to endure some discomfort, which is the case for anything in the midst of substantial change. But I think you’ll ultimately be quite pleased with the results, which I expect will be ready no later than ten days after your birthday— and quite possibly sooner.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Many books have been written about Joan of Arc, a fifteenth-century teenage peasant girl whose improbable ascent to military leadership, under the guidance of her divine visions, was crucial in France’s victory over the English. Among the many miraculous elements of her story was the fact that less than a year before she led troops into battle on horseback, she didn’t know how to ride a horse. She learned by riding around her father’s farm astride his cows. I foresee an equivalent marvel in your future, Capricorn. By this time next year, you will have developed an aptitude that might seem unimaginable now. (P.S. There’s evidence Joan was a Capricorn.)

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): The Divine Comedy is one of history’s greatest literary works. Its author, Dante Alighieri, was 43 when he began writing the Inferno, the first part of his three-part masterpiece.

Up until that time, he had published just one book and a few poems, and had also abandoned work on two unfinished books. Early on in the Inferno, the not-yet-renowned author presents a fictional scene in which he meets with the spirits of antiquity’s most famous authors: Virgil, Homer, Horace, Ovid, and Lucan. Those illustrious five tell Dante he is such an important writer that he ranks sixth, after them, in his excellence. I’m going to encourage you to dare indulging in behavior like Dante’s: to visualize and extol—and yes, even brag about—the virtues and skills that will ultimately be your signature contribution to this world.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): The Latin word for sea is mare. Flustra is the calm sea. Undisonus means “resounding with waves.” Caeruleus is the sea’s deep shade of blue, aestus is the tide, and aequoreus means “connected with the sea.” My hope is that as you meditate on these lyrical terms, you’ll be moved to remember the first lakes, rivers, and oceans you ever swam in. You’ll recall your time floating in your mother’s womb and your most joyous immersions in warm baths and hotsprings. Why? It’s a favorable time to seek the healing and rejuvenating powers of primal waters—both metaphorically and literally.

Homework: “How easy it is to make people happy when you don’t want or need anything from them,” said Gail Godwin. Give an example.

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BY MICHELLE ANN RIZZIO

BIRD VALLEY ORGANICS

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V Weekly: How did you get into the cannabis industry?

Kam: It began when I was 21 and struggling to find something to treat my chronic pain. My aunt, a cancer patient, gave me some of her flower which did wonders for me. Then I worked in 215 delivery for 10 years, also trimming, growing, making my own topicals/tinctures etc. After recreational, I helped to open up a micro business and finished there as a Shift manager/Events coordinator.

CVW: Can you tell me more about the company you work for and the products you carry?

Kam: I work for a distribution, Bird Valley Organics. We represent three other brands; Coastal Sun Farm, Santa Cruz Canna Farms and Creme De Canna. Each brand is unique, providing us with a variety of Santa Cruz cannabis that lives up to its reputation.

CVW: Can you tell me more about the cultivation of your products?

Kam: BVO provides full spectrum cannabis oil that is Envirocann certified organic. It is Edible, topical and dabable. There are four varieties; Indica CBD, Sativa CBD, Pain Relief 1:2 and High CBD. Our FSO comes from our Envirocann Organic certified farm in Hugel Kultur mounds that will continue to increase our yield over time while protecting the integrity of the soil and promoting healthy plants that are extremely healing.

Santa Cruz Canna Farms is right on the Pacific coast in Watsonville, CA. The team is led by Steve Weisser and master breeder Steve Sallyer. Bioponic greenhouses are cooled by steam pipes throughout. The Craft cannabis is estate grown, with high levels of terpenes and

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even signature bred strains.

Creme De Canna is premium flower and concentrates. The Creme team is extremely dedicated to producing the highest quality flower and concentrates available. The extraction team is constantly brainstorming and upgrading as the business expands.

Coastal Sun grows bioponic Envirocan Certified organic cannabis with a passion for cultivating healthy plants that heal humans. They achieve the most terpene and phytonutrient rich cannabis in the market and love to share it. Keep an eye out for our patient appreciation days!

This is a passionate group of people who are like family. Each person shines in their position and supports the group as a whole. The Santa Cruz cannabis community is redefining agriculture and overcoming cannabis stigma with education and a respect for the earth.

CVW: Where is your product cultivated?

Kam: Watsonville, CA in Santa Cruz county.

CVW: Where can readers find your products?

Kam: Many desert dispensaries.

Easily find your closest location at www. birdvalleyorganics.com/find-us.

CVW: Do you have upcoming customer appreciation events happening this week?

Kam: Yes, come see me at the Lighthouse Palm Desert Nov. 7th 3-5pm, Or Nov 9th in the morning 11am-1pm at Iguana Collective in Cathedral City.

CVW: Can readers follow your brands on social media? Where?

Kam: Find us on FB/SNAP/IG: @birdvalleyorganics @coastalsunfarm @santacruzcannafarms @cremedecanna.ca

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