Coachella Valley Weekly - November 16 to November 22, 2017 Vol. 6 No. 35 by CV Weekly

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LOU FERRIGNO TO HULK OUT AT 4TH ANNUAL LEGACY EXPO

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publisher@coachellavalleyweekly.com coachellavalleyweekly.com facebook.com/cvweekly twitter.com/cvweekly1 Publisher & Editor Tracy Dietlin Art Director Robert Chance Sales Team Domingo Winstead Club Crawler Nightlife Editor Phil Lacombe Feature Writers Lisa Morgan, Rich Henrich, Heidi Simmons, Denise Ortuno Neil, Morgan James, Avery Wood, Tricia Witkower Writers/Contributors: Robin Simmons, Rick Riozza, Eleni P. Austin, Noe Gutierrez, Craig Michaels, Bronwyn Ison, Janet McAfee, Haddon Libby, Dale Gribow, Laura Hunt Little, Jason Hall, Raymond Bill, Sam DiGiovanna, Rob Brezny, Sunny Simon, Dr. Peter Kadile, Bruce Cathcart, Flint Wheeler, Dee Jae Cox, Patte Purcell, Rebecca Pikus, Esther Sanchez, Angela Romeo, Jenny Wallis Photographers Robert Chance, Chris Miller, Esther Sanchez, Laura Hunt Little, Lani Garfield, Scott Pam, George Duchannes Website Editor Bobby Taffolla Distribution Phil Lacombe, William Westley

CONTENTS Ferrigno Legacy Fitness Expo............. 3 Benefit Concert For Alex Antonio.......... 5 Heart & Stroke Walk............................ 6 Senior Classes at Joslyn Center.......... 6 Pros & Hops Craft Beers Festival........ 7 Mario & Rebecca Pikus Receive Star... 7 Thanksgiving Dining........................... 8 Third Eye Blind at Fantasy Springs..... 9 Consider This - Robert Plant............. 10 Art Scene - ACE Awards..................... 11 Pet Place............................................. 12 The Vino Voice ................................... 13 Club Crawler Nightlife....................... 14 Screeners ........................................... 18 Book Review ...................................... 19 Safety Tips ..........................................19 Haddon Libby.................................... 21

ow in it’s fourth year, the massive multi-sport fitness expo, known as the FLEXPO, a 130k square foot fitness and entertainment extravaganza returns to the Coachella Valley, November 17-20th at the Palm Springs Convention Center and Agua Caliente Resort. This year’s Ferrigno Legacy, produced by managing partner Christopher Minnes, Lou Ferrigno, Lou Ferrigno Jr. and the Ferrigno Family, welcomes a diverse array of fitness celebrities, including a personal meet and greet with the legend himself, Lou Ferrigno. Other bodybuilding legends include Tom Platz, 4x Ms. Fitness Olympia, Oksana Grishina, the first Classic Physique Mr. Olympia, Danny Hester and Men’s Physique Mr. Olympia, Mark Anthony. The expo will also celebrate social media stars like Lexy Pantarra, the Queen of Twerk, Brad Castleberry and Tianna Gregory to compliment the expanded format for this year’s show, organized around themed “neighborhoods.” “Bodybuilding saved my life because I overcame a difficult stage. I got picked on for the way I talked and called a deaf mute and other names. I was small, thin and afraid to fight back. I was fascinated with power, and then I decided to take that direction (bodybuilding at age 13) because I knew that it would make me feel good about myself,” says the former Mr. Universe. An avid fitness advocate, Mr. Ferrigno and his family have developed a www. FerrignoFIT.com, a website with a mission to improve lives through health and fitness. Ferrigno FIT is a lifestyle brand that celebrates positive, healthy living. “We combine behavioral science, education, and entertainment with the fundamentals of health & fitness to build personalized transformation programs aimed at helping individuals achieve their fitness goals,” says the fitness guru. This year, the event expands its format into a true sports expo including over 500 athletes in a fun, entertaining and family friendly environment. “This is a real class act event, the best show in the West, with great judges and no politics,” states actor, entrepreneur and California Reserve Deputy Sheriff Ferrrigno. “It’s a great event and Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley are wonderful places to relax and be with family and friends,” he adds. One unique duty he will perform this weekend is presiding over a wedding. Yes, The Hulk, also an ordained minister, can marry you. It’s probably best to keep those vows, too! Fans will have opportunities to interact with Lou at a free coffee Q&A and a formal Meet & Greet event. Ferrigno Legacy anticipates over 10,000 attendees for the expo and competition and will offer the first 500 seats free for all military on Saturday, November 18th. “It’s really important for us to support our country’s military for all the work they do for us. We would love to

see them join us for this great event,” beams Mr. Ferrigno. He says this year will have more of a focus on fitness and self-education on the positive impacts a healthy lifestyle can have on all ages. A couple themes that reach a broader audience include Food Technology and AntiAging. The event adds unique events with the addition of Pole Dancing fitness and a slackline National Championship. When asked what advice he has for people struggling with their fitness goals, the legend says “Rome wasn’t built in a day. Be patient, be consistent and connect the mind and the body for complete success and come to the Ferrigno Legacy event and learn from all the experts.” For more details, go to www.ferrignolegacy.com and www.FerrignoFIT. com. FERRIGNO LEGACY 2017 EXPO SCHEDULE HIGHLIGHTS (Full details and complete schedule available at www.FerrignoLegacy.com) Friday, November 17, 2017 3-4PM: IFBB Check Ins with Lou Ferrigno – Athletes and VIP Ticket Holders Only (IFBB Group Photo in Built track suits at 3:55PM) – FLEXPO - P.S.C.C. 3-5PM: IFBB Pro Bodybuilder Press Conference – Open to Public Saturday, November 18, 2017 9:30AM: Expo Opens for VIP, Competitors & Premier Tickets – FLEXPO - P.S.C.C. 9:30AM: BoxLife SoCal Throwdown – BoxLife CrossFit Arena 9:30AM: USAPL Meet – Power Stage 10AM: Doors for General Admission – FLEXPO - P.S.C.C. 10:30 - 11:30AM: Coffee with Lou with Special Guest Rich Gaspari – Seminar Stage 11AM: ASP – Slackline National Championships – Slackline 11:30AM: Lexy Panterra – Twerkout Dance Class – Seminar Stage 12PM: Oksana Grishina Pole Fitness Classic – Fitness Fashion Stage 1:15PM: Figure Posing with IFBB Olympian Bojana Vasiljevic – Seminar Stage 1 - 5PM: IFBB Pre-Judging – Bodybuilding Stage 2PM: Halo Neuroscience – Seminar Stage

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3PM: Equinox Job Fair – Seminar Stage 3:30PM: Bang & VPX Fashion Show – Fitness Fashion Stage 4PM: Kim & Angie get married by LOU! – Seminar Stage 5PM: EXPO ENDS 6:30PM: Doors Open & Red Carpet – View confirmed the celebrities – Agua Caliente Resort – Rancho Mirage 7:30PM: IFBB Finals with over 150 IFBB Pros and an original guest performance by Ms. Fitness Olympia, Oksana Grishina – Agua Caliente Resort – Rancho Mirage Sunday, November 19, 2017 8:30AM: VIP & Premier Ticket Entry – FLEXPO - P.S.C.C. 9AM: Doors Open to EXPO – FLEXPO - P.S.C.C. 9:30AM: NPC Pre-Judging – All Classes – Bodybuilding Stage 9:30AM: Group Fitness Class with World Gym Palm Desert – Seminar Stage 9:30AM: Men’s Physique Posing with IFBB Olympian & former Ferrigno Legacy Champ James Hurst – Power Stage 10AM: Bikini Posing with IFBB Olympian’s Tamara Haddad & former Ferrigno Legacy Champ Sabrina Martinez – Seminar Stage 10:30AM: Lexy Panterra – Twerkout Workout – BoxLife Arena 11AM: Beyond the Myth with Tom Platz & Sergio Jr – Power Stage 11:30AM: Master Dance Class with Ms. Fitness Olympia Oksana Grishina – Fitness Fashion Stage 11:30AM: Halo Neuroscience – Seminar Stage 12PM: Bodybuilding & Classic Physique Posing Seminar with Mr. Olympia, Danny Hester – Power Stage 12:30PM: Interactive Cyr Wheel Demo with guru Sam Tribble – Fitness Fashion Stage 12:30PM: Group Fitness with EOS Palm Springs – Seminar Stage 1PM: ASP – Slackline National Championships – Slackline 1 - 3PM: Snatch Clinic with Anthony Pomponio – Open to all – BoxLife Arena 1PM: KC Mitchell “That 1 Leg Monster” World Record Deadlift Attempt introduced by Lou! – Power Stage 1:30PM: Understanding Hormones with Dr. Carr – Seminar Stage 2PM: Fitness Fashion Show with host Lauren Abraham – Fitness Fashion Stage 2:30PM: P-Knot myofascial tissue release and trigger point therapy – Seminar Stage 3PM: Equinox Job Fair – Seminar Stage 4PM: EXPO ENDS 4:30PM: NPC Doors Open – Agua Caliente Resort – Rancho Mirage 5PM: NPC Finals begin – Agua Caliente Resort – Rancho Mirage

Dale Gribow....................................... 21 Sports Scene...................................... 22 Cannabis Corner................................ 22 Free Will Astrology............................ 23 Mind, Body & Spirit........................... 23 Ask The Doctor................................... 24 Life & Career Coach............................ 24

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November 16 to November 22, 2017

BY TRACY DIETLIN

BENEFIT FOR ALEX ANTONIO PEREZ SAT. NOV. 18 AT THE HOOD. $5 SUGGESTED DONATION AT

THE DOOR AND A RAFFLE WITH ALL MONEY GOING TO ALEX

lex is the lead singer of the band Hollace and formerly of Deadend Paradox. He was diagnosed with Glioblastoma Brain Cancer last October of 2016. I recently interviewed Alex’s wife Jennifer about the year long journey they have been on trying to beat brain cancer. CVW: First I would like to start by asking about the specifics of the date Alex had his first seizure, surgery, chemo, radiation, etc.? Jennifer Perez: “Alex had his first seizure while at band practice with Hollace October 26, 2016. He stepped outside for some fresh air in between songs and when the guys noticed he hadn’t returned in a while they came outside and found him on the ground and incoherent. The guys acted quick and got him in the car to take him to the ER, I received a frantic call from Shawn aka Stretch informing me that Alex may have had a stroke and they were on their way to the ER. The first scan found a large mass in his brain and at that point we were hoping and praying for the best but were soon told the most heartbreaking news of our lives. After multiple tests were completed, we were met with the information that Alex needed to have a craniotomy and resection performed ASAP and just like that he was scheduled for surgery first thing Halloween morning 2016. After the surgery took place the surgeon came out and told us that it was in fact a very aggressive type of cancer called Glioblastoma and that they successfully removed over 90% of the tumor. I insisted I be the one to tell Alex the news and after a few days of recovering from surgery and when I felt he was able to understand what I was telling him, I undertook the most difficult task of my life and told the love of my life that he has brain cancer. After a few weeks recovering in the hospital and after extensive rehabilitation (physical, occupational and speech therapy) he was released home to my care. He endured 6 long weeks of radiation which were completed January 12, 2017. He had been taking chemotherapy drugs at home for the past 10 months. He was introduced to a very new and remarkable treatment called Optune Therapy which uses magnetic arrays to prevent future cancer cell growth.” CVW: He had shown progress and was even able to perform with Hollace at the CV Music Awards the end of July. Can you tell us what happened recently that put him back in the hospital? Jennifer Perez: “Alex received MRIs every 2-3 months to check on progression of the disease and up until his last MRI in late August of 2017, there had been no progression of the disease. This was great news considering the highly aggressive type of cancer it is, but still not good enough for us, so we started him on a CBD Oil regimen, holistic supplements and a special diet. You name it, we’ve tried it. Alex had seizures during this time, on average about 1 per month. The seizures are a common side effect of this type of brain tumor. They were terrifying for Alex and we were always

on standby. Through medication, we had the seizures under control for the most part. Alex woke me up early in the morning on October 21st (just a few weeks ago) because he could feel a seizure coming on. At this point, I was so used to him having seizures that the most important thing I could do other than keep him safe, was to stay calm and to pass that calm energy onto him. A few minutes after the first seizure subsided, he started having a second seizure which then turned into a third seizure and 911 was called, the medics came and on the way to the ER Alex had a 4th seizure in the ambulance and a 5th and 6th while in the ER. Immediately after he was stabilized, he was taken for a CT scan which showed us an undeniable growth. Over the course of less than 2 months, his tumor had spread to the right side of his brain and had more than tripled in size. Surgery was imminent and was scheduled ASAP.” CVW: What is the prognosis at this point? What are the doctors saying from here moving forward? Jennifer Perez: “After having a 2nd brain surgery the plan now is to begin a different chemotherapy drug, this one is administered intravenously and will begin on Monday, November 20th. He will start back up with the Optune therapy in December after his brain has had some time to heal. We will have MRIs every 2 months and continue with treatment as long as it is working successfully. We haven’t come close to exhausting our resources so we continue to FIGHT! There are other treatments out there, both traditional and non-traditional, and we are willing to try whatever we can to beat this cancer!” CVW: I know everything is on a day to day basis right now. Is Alex able to get up and walk? How about talking and communicating? Jennifer Perez: “Alex stayed in an acute rehabilitation center for in depth physical, occupational and speech therapy. He was discharged on November 4th and has been receiving therapy at home. He’s getting continue to page 6

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ALEX BENEFIT continued from page 5 stronger every day and within 1 week was able to graduate from a wheelchair to a walker and now to a cane. He’s experienced right sided weakness and the use of his right arm is very limited at this point but with therapy, should continue to grow stronger and hopefully return to his baseline. His biggest difficulty right now is communication. He has expressive aphasia which essentially means that although he understands what is being communicated to him, he has great difficulty expressing himself and communicating to others. I have to translate for him majority of the time. It takes a great deal of patience, but is terribly frustrating for him because he knows exactly what he wants to say but can’t get the correct words out.” CVW: I know how much Alex loved performing. How hard has it been for him not being able to perform during all this? Jennifer Perez: “After the first surgery, Alex’s goal was to be able to do what he loves most in this world, write, play and perform music. Hollace has been so supportive of Alex during this whole process and while Alex was unable to play shows for a while, they still rehearsed almost every week. This brought such joy to Alex’s life! Alex feels most at home when he is on stage, everything else disappears, all worries and problems are gone. He can be his true self, and

express himself freely. It’s been very difficult for him to not be able to perform during all of this but knowing that his bandmates are supporting him and there waiting for him to get strong enough to get behind the microphone again is very encouraging to him.” CVW: What else makes him happy or gives him any peace or comfort while going through all this? Jennifer Perez: “Laughter is key! Whether it’s watching movies, stand-up comics or silly animal videos on YouTube, we try to keep him laughing! Alex finds peace and comfort through his family and friends that have shown an overwhelming amount of love and that support him in his fight against this horrid disease.” CVW: You and Alex also got married during this past year. Jennifer Perez: “Alex and I have been dating for 13 years, living together for 10 years and married for 6 months. The day before his first surgery, we decided it was finally time to get married. I think Alex finally realized that if I would stay by his side through all of this, then I’m really not going anywhere. So we planned an intimate wedding in my parent’s backyard and entered into the covenant of marriage.” CVW: What do you do to stay strong for him? Jennifer Perez: “Alex and I have been

BY CRAIG MICHAELS

HEART & STROKE WALK AT PALM DESERT CIVIC CENTER PARK

ound up your friends, family and co-workers for the Coachella Valley Healthy for Good Heart & Stroke Walk this Saturday, November 18 at the Civic Center Park Amphitheater in Palm Desert. The Expo opens at 7:00 am with health exhibitors from the around the valley. The opening ceremonies and warm up begin at 8:30 am followed by the walk at 9:00 am. Individuals, teams and companies can sign up in advance at www.heart.org/ cvheartwalk.org for the non-competitive, three-mile walk. The Coachella Valley Healthy for Good Heart & Stroke Walk is locally sponsored by Desert Regional Medical Center, JFK Memorial Hospital, and Hi Desert Medical Center.

The Healthy for Good Heart & Stroke Walk is a fun way to invest in your health and that of future generations, while honoring those who have been impacted by heart disease, stroke and congenital heart defects. Organizers are encouraging participants to keep ‘heartwalking’ throughout the year. Heartwalking is more than raising money for the cause or going for a walk, it’s an ongoing, personal commitment to move more by taking small, consistent steps to being Healthy for Good. Walking or participating in any exercise that raises your heartrate can boost your energy, strength and mood, while fending off serious health issues like obesity, high blood pressure, poor cholesterol and bone loss. The American Heart Association recommends at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity per week for adults and 60 minutes of physical activity per day for children. Research has shown adding more steps to your day could add years to your life The Healthy for Good Heart & Stroke Walk is a 5K (3.1 mile) non-competitive walk. This year’s Heart & Stroke Walk features a Kids Zone and food tent with light refreshments in the festival area for all participants. Dogs are also welcome, with a watering hole being provided for our K9 friends. There will also be a participant water station along the walk route and one within the festival area. Written By: Craig Michaels Productions (760) 880-3848

through so much before we even came down this road and we’ve each helped each other out of some very dark places. Of everything that we’ve been through, this is the most physically and emotionally difficult experience of our lives. We’ve always balanced each other out, when one of us is down, the other will pick us back up. My role is to get him through this. I’m not sure why this happened, no it isn’t fair but there is no point in dwelling on the obviously shitty situation. This universe presented us with this challenge for whatever reason and I find peace in knowing that everything, no matter how fucked up it is, happens for a reason. We just haven’t figured out why yet. We have the most amazing family and friends that have been so incredibly supportive.” CVW: You mentioned that Alex needs 24/7 care right now. Can you share about the financial stress of all of this? Jennifer Perez: “When I heard the diagnosis, I knew it was going to be a long and treacherous road and that I needed to do whatever I physically and emotionally could to keep him strong and focused on fighting. I quit my job and we are so lucky that we were able to move in with family where we’ve been living for the past year. We have a lot of support from both family and friends, but not working for the past year has been taking a toll on our finances. Alex and I have always been so independent and have always refused to

ask for help, but at this point in time, we need it. It’s beyond humbling that so many people have reached out to us to show their love and support, it means so much to us.” We look forward to seeing as many people as possible this Saturday night at The Hood to raise money to help Alex and Jennifer through this difficult disease. The suggested donation is only $5.00 at the door but you certainly can donate more. There will also be a raffle with awesome prizes to raise more money. If you can’t make it to the event you can donate: gofundme.com/alex-antonio-perez-cancerfund.

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GET PREPARED! FREE EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS EVENT AT THE JOSLYN CENTER

Local seniors are invited to participate in a morning of important information and preparation at the Joslyn Center. Join the Joslyn Center staff and volunteers as we host local emergency resources: Southern CA Edison, The Gas Company, Riverside County Sheriff, Riverside County Fire, Cal Fire, Coachella Valley Water District and the Office of Emergency Services to name a few! Free presentations on how to be prepared, question & answer session, light refreshments and a free gift to the first 100 participants to start your home safety kit off on the right foot! Learn what you can do yourself prepared if disaster. This important event will take place on Tuesday, November 21st from 9 AM- 11:00 AM. All programs and services are free to seniors. For more information contact Daniel Coover at 760-340-3220, Ext. #102. So join us for a day of knowledge, resources and fun!

FREE TECHNOLOGY WORKSHOP FOR SENIORS!

Are you a senior who is looking for support on how to use your cell phone, tablet or laptop? Join us for a FREE workshop provided by the City of Palm Desert Youth Committee. Young adults will be here to assist you with the latest technology challenges. Who: Adults and seniors requiring technology assistance What: Free hands on training and coaching Where: The Joslyn Center main lobby-73750 Catalina Way, Palm Desert When: 3:30 PM Bring your working technology with you – cell phone, tablet or laptop and have this wonderful group share the how to’s and shortcuts of your own devices. For more information or to RSVP, contact Deborah Glickman at 760-937-1664.

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November 16 to November 22, 2017

6TH ANNUAL PROPS & HOPS CRAFT BEER FEST AT PALM SPRINGS AIR MUSEUM EVENTS

n Saturday, Nov 18, 2017 from 12 noon til 5 PM, twenty new and returning California craft breweries will be at the Palm Springs Air Museum for the 6th Annual Props & Hops Craft Beer Fest. This year’s fest takes place in the New Miles Korea and Vietnam Hangar, replete with its own inside restrooms. The hangar also contains the valley’s largest indoor LED screen, 18 feet x 10 feet. Confirmed breweries at press time are Absolution, Ballast Point, Belching Beaver, Boochcraft Kombucha, Bootlegger’s, Charlie’s, Coachella Valley, Drake’s, Fig Mountain, Firestone Walker, Hangar 24, King Harbor, Lagunitas, La Quinta, Refuge, Stone Church, Thorn Street, and more are expected! Other new aspects to this year’s event include In ‘n Out Burger, G’s Taco Spot on Wheels, and the Knights of Columbus Pizza. Music is provided by David Macias (formerly known as Machin) and CV Weekly’s 2016 Best Club DJ Alex Harrington. Aircraft flying include the P-51 Mustang, and the return of the DC-3 and Stearman selling rides. Attendees can buy the DC-3 rides in advance through Brown Paper Tickets – the link is on

the PSPropsHops.com website. Only the DC-3 Rides purchased in advance include Festival admission. Stearman rides can be purchased after entry into the festival. NEW this year will be the large B-25 Executive Sweet selling rides! To purchase B-25 rides, call 805-377-2106. Other facts of the day’s event include: • Eight 4-ounce tastings & event glassware (while supplies last) included with admission – advance tickets on sale $40, $45 at the door; www.PSPropsHops. com

• Bucket List flights on the DC-3 (limited to two flights with 14 spots per flight) – must be paid in advance - $195 – this fee does include admission to the Craft Beer Festival – www.PSPropsHops.com • Flight exhibitions throughout the afternoon by P-51 Mustang, the Stearman Bi-Plane and the B-25 Executive Sweet • Additional beer tasting tickets for sale on site • Must be age 21 or older for admittance

to the Festival – no exceptions! • People’s Choice Brewery 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.

MARIO AND REBECCA PIKUS - P.S. WALK OF STARS DEDICATION - SATURDAY, NOV. 18

he Palm Springs Walk of Stars will honor Artist, Humanitarians and Coachella Valley residents, Mario Pikus and Rebecca Pikus, with the 420th Star Dedication. The Dedication Ceremony will be held on Saturday, November 18, 2017 at 11am in front of Eight4Nine Restaurant located at 849 N. Palm Canyon Dr. The ceremony is open to the public and the media. The After-Party will also be at Restaurant 849. Mario and Rebecca Pikus are a dynamic couple who are artists and humanitarians -- they have made huge contributions to every community in which they have lived. In New York City they were responsible for the Loft Law which protected the rights of over 100,000 artists to live and work in their lofts. Mario was appointed to serve on Community Board #1. Their loft was a constant meeting place for art and cultural events embracing the artistic communities of Soho, Noho, and Tribeca. Mario won his first art award at 8 years old! When he arrived to NYC from Argentina, Jacques Lipchitz, the famous Cubist sculptor, became his mentor. Mario had numerous Gallery shows throughout NYC, including the infamous “Pictures of an Eviction” exhibit in Soho. In Los Angeles they were active in AIDS Project-L.A., The New Wilshire Art District, and the Museum of Tolerance. After receiving her Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology, Rebecca was appointed as Director of The Women’s Center, active in domestic violence shelters, and organized Women’s Wellness Fairs. For many years they did fundraising for “The Love Ride” - an annual celebrity motorcycle event which raised millions for Muscular Dystrophy. Some of their celebrity

friends at the Love Ride have included Peter Fonda, Dennis Hopper, Larry Hagman, David Crosby, and Jay Leno. Mario had many prestigious exhibits in Los Angeles. In 2002, they moved to Rancho Mirage, Ca. Here they support Fundraising and Volunteer work for many causes and charities: Desert Arc, Wounded Warriors, LGBT, Family Health Support Network, Palm Springs Symphony Orchestra, Animal Samaritans, the Tolerance Education Center, Stanley Kramer Film Festival, to name a few. Mario began making sculptures out of “found materials” - discarded Harley Davidson motorcycle parts and small airplane parts. He called this new art form “Harley-ism”. Mario recently donated the first sculpture to be installed in the Agnes Pelton Sculpture Garden. Mario’s sculpture “The New Ride” was awarded Best of Show at the Palm Springs Art Museum’s ACE, and he won Best of Show at the Palm Springs 13th Annual Juried Art Show. His huge metal sculptures “Crazy Horse 2” and “Thunderhorse” were selected for the 2015-2016 El Paseo Sculpture Exhibition. Rebecca was the founder of the Annual Rancho Mirage Tour of Artists Homes, and owner of Rebecca Fine Art Gallery in Cathedral City, which showcases both local and international artists. She is an active promoter of the Perez Rd. Art District, and has worked diligently to make Greater Palm Springs an international arts and cultural destination. She created the Fabulous Ladies Lunch, which is a support and networking forum for business women. She is also a top realtor here in the desert. Rebecca also writes a weekly art column for Coachella Valley Weekly magazine. The US House of Representative, Guy

V. Molinari, a member of Congress, in his letter addresses the dedication by Mario and Rebecca and the eventual success of the Loft Bill which protected tenants against unfair and unlawful eviction from their loft and homes in New York. The Bill was named after Mario Pikus. In a letter from Sondra Austin, CEO of Family Health Support Network, Inc., she discusses Rebecca’s unbending dedication to improving the conditions of people in all walks of life. Trini Lopez (Celebrity): “Mario and Rebecca are humanitarians in every sense of the word. They organize events to bring the community together without receiving any financial rewards...The events and parties they have promoted and organized for charities have been very successful for the community. They have a wide circle of friends and colleagues

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and they encourage everyone to work together to make our desert a better place.” Mayor Harvey Gerber: “Rebecca has been a very active positive influence in our community....she has given freely of her time volunteering assistance to functions of the City and fundraising for local charitable organizations.” Yara De Silva-Heying (Golden Star Productions): “Mario and Rebecca are catalysts, they bring the community together with their charismatic personalities and they also give the example that it is through dedication, hard work and networking they can build a pleasant environment for all of us.” “We are very proud to honor Mario Pikus and Rebecca Pikus with a star on the Palm Springs Walk of Stars” said Bob Alexander, President of the Palm Springs Walk of Stars. Guest Speakers include Star recipients Janie Hughes, Dan McGrath, Al Dimora, and Alfie Pettit. Guest Performers include Kristi King, Alex Santana, Mikole Kaar, Calista Carradine, and Lola Rossi. The Palm Springs Walk of Stars, founded in 1992, has honored 419 individuals with a Golden Palm Star placed on the sidewalks of Palm Springs. Show business honorees must have made an impact worldwide in the area of show business. All other star honorees must have contributed to the charm, worldwide prominence and name recognition of Greater Palm Springs. More information available at www.palmspringswalkofstars.com. P.S. Walk of Stars dedication - Saturday, Nov. 18, 11:00AM - 12 Noon -- After-Party at Restaurant 849 -- Free Event, Open to the Public and the Media For more Info: (760) 534-5888

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DESERT DINING OUT FOR THANKSGIVING

BY DENISE ORTUNO

here’s nothing quite like the comforting aroma of roasted turkey permeating the house on Thanksgiving Day. Equally, there is nothing quite like all of the preparing, cooking, cleaning and stress that comes along with hosting the holiday as well. So, if you’re thinking that all of that work is for the birds, perhaps dining out for turkey day is more your speed. Thankfully, there are plenty of dining spots with a variety of styles and prices throughout the Coachella Valley to satisfy your inner “Turkaconist”, and make your Thanksgiving extra thankful.

Desert Willow Golf Resort: Leave all of your Thanksgiving duties behind and dine golf course side at this gorgeous venue in Palm Desert. A full throttle buffet will be offered from noon-4pm with impressive fare including appetizers (seafood display, international cheeses, soups, salads, etc.), a carving station (roasted turkey with cranberry and gravy, slow roasted brisket with onion soubis), varied side dishes (yellow squash ravioli with hazelnut cream sauce, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, etc.) and of course plenty of dessert (pies, cheesecake, crepes suzette, chocolate cake, etc). A complementary glass of champagne as well as coffee, tea, and orange juice will also be offered. The cost is $49.99 for adults and $19.99 for kids 6-12 and little ones under 5 eat free. This popular buffet is in demand and books up fast. Call 760-346-0015 ext.100 for reservations and visit www.desertwillow. com for more information.

Vue Grill and Bar: For a Thanksgiving with a view, pull up a seat at a table at the elevated Indian Wells restaurant where a hearty buffet awaits. The Vue’s buffet offered form 12-8pm, will have cold and hot selections (including, cold: smoked salmon, fresh fruit, Caesar salad, etc. hot: Yukon mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, sausage cornbread stuffing, smoked sausage with shrimp/rice, seabass with toasted caper cream, etc.), a carving station (herb roasted turkey, pineapple ham, prime rib, trimmings) and sweet tooth satisfying desserts (pumpkin pie, pecan pie, pumpkin or New York cheesecake, double chocolate cake). The price for all of this holiday delight is $44.95 for adults and $19.95 for kids 12 and under. For reservations call 760-3464653 and visit www.indianwellsgolfresort. com for more information.

chowder, wild mushroom, minestrone), salads (red pear, Caesar, autumn lentil, sweet potato kale & veggie cake), entrée’s (turkey, turkey pot pie, glazed ham, etc.), and desserts (pumpkin pie, sweet potato cheesecake, etc.). The holiday fare is $39.99 for adults and $19.99 for kids 12 and under, offered from 1-9pm, with a special Holiday Happy Hour menu in the bar. For those who would rather take their meal home, the restaurants offer Thanksgiving pickup orders, which can also be delivered for an extra charge. For reservations call 760327-5858 for Lulu’s and 760-862-9800 for Acqua. Check out their full holiday menu at www.lulupalmsprings.com.

Spotlight 29 Casino: If you like to mix in some gambling with your turkey dinner, then Coachella’s premier casino is your best bet. The Capitata Buffet will be serving up traditional turkey dinner items as well as other buffet favorites (prime rib, ham, pork shanks, a seafood station, soup, salads, Mexican and Asian dishes and much more) and a fabulous dessert station too, from 11am to 9pm. All of the deliciousness is priced moderately at only $23.95 per person. Guests can extend their experience on through the holiday weekend with Black Friday give-a-ways, and a Fleetwood Mac tribute band on Saturday, November 24th. For more information call 760-775-5566 or visit www.spotlight29.com.

The Ritz Carlton: Feeling a bit ritzy this holiday season? Then head up to one of the most beautiful hotels in the Coachella Valley, and certainly the one with the best view, The Ritz Carlton in Rancho Mirage. The glorious hotel will be putting out an amazing spread at their State Fare Bar + Kitchen from noon-8pm. The decadent offerings match the luxurious surroundings, with sumptuous items including a breakfast section (omelet station, etc.), appetizers (Dragon Seafood Bar, charcuterie and cheeses, etc.), carving station with added entrée’s (turkey, ham, prime rib, Pacific Halibut, organic chicken), pasta’s (lobster

ravioli, wild mushroom risotto), and scrumptious dessert’s (pies, cranberry and orange crème brulee, etc.) The price tag for all of the glitz at the Ritz is $120 for adults, $60 for kids 7-12 and free for kiddies 5 and under. For reservations call 760-321-8282 and visit www.ritzcarlton.com for more information.

JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa: The oasis in Palm Desert has revved up holiday fun this year! The epic property offers a Pumpkin Bar and Lounge with a humongous pumpkin centerpiece and cozy fall décor. Guests can try out a complimentary glass of sparkling pumpkin punch as they gaze at all of the autumn awesomeness around them. Rockwood Grill invites guests to indulge in Thanksgiving dinner delights with a turkey carving station (sage and date stuffed turkey, roasted tarragon mustard and thyme ham, trimmings), and desserts galore. Holiday dinner runs from 10am to 8pm and is $72 for adults and $28 for children. For reservations call 760-3412211 and visit www.marriott.com.

Acqua and Lulu California Bistros: These sister restaurants will be bringing Thanksgiving to guests in style in Palm Springs and Rancho Mirage. The mirrored four course menus (choose one of each) offers soups (traditional pumpkin, corn

Copley’s: This beautiful Palm Springs restaurant oozes cozy warmth with historic significance as the former guesthouse of Cary Grant. Their three-course Thanksgiving dinner presents an appetizer (choice of, roasted butternut squash soup, Caesar salad, baby green, arugula and beet salad, three cheese tortellini) an entrée (free range turkey, smoked and grilled pork chop, grilled Scottish salmon, grilled prime New York steak, sesame seed crusted tofu) and a dessert sampler of pumpkin pie, chocolate pecan torte and vanilla bean ice cream. Price for holiday dinner at Copley’s is $70 per person. For reservations call 760-3279555 and for more information visit www. copleyspalmsprings.com.

Arnold Palmer’s: One of La Quinta’s best dining venues, and the only one with its own putting green, will be bringing forth Thanksgiving dinner with a hearty threecourse menu. Their holiday dinner is offered from 2:30-7:30pm, with choice of appetizer (shrimp cocktail, CV date skewers, wedge salad, potato leek soup, date and strawberry salad) entrée (free range turkey, prime rib, filet mignon, herb roasted salmon, diver scallops) and a choice of desserts (pumpkin pie, apple pie, flourless chocolate cake). Arnold Palmer’s Thanksgiving dinner is $54.95 for adults and $ 34.95 for kids 14 and under. For reservations call 760-7714653 and for more information visit www. arnoldpalmersrestaurant.com.

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The Nest: At this legendary establishment in Indian Wells, you can indulge in a threecourse Thanksgiving dinner, and then dance away those pesky calories in their lounge. Their holiday menu offers a first course selection (carrot soup, Kevin & Dodi salad, wedge salad or Caesar) an entrée selection (traditional roasted turkey, prime rib, Scottish salmon, porcini ravioli, or rack of lamb) and for dessert, pumpkin or apple pie. They also offer a special children’s menu as well. Thanksgiving dinner is $39.95 from 1-3pm and $47.95 from 3pm on. For reservations call 346-2314 and for more information visit www.gotothenest.com.

Cuistot: Thanksgiving with a French twist will be served at this elegant Palm Desert restaurant. A four course menu will be offered, dine inside in the grand dining room or outside on the lovely terrace by the stone fireplace. The first course starts with a Scottish salmon and celery root salad, then for the second course a choice of, carrot and ginger puree soup, Caesar salad or their famous farfalle pasta. Entrée selections include, roasted free range chicken, English cut New York Sirloin of Beef, grilled seasonal seabass or organic quinoa with vegan chili and edamame. For dessert, choose from flourless chocolate cake with raspberries, Susan Dervieux’s Famous Pumpkin Pie, Cuistot Vanilla and Chocolate Sundae, or a fresh trio of sorbets. Holiday dinner price ranges from $53.50 to $58.50, depending on the entrée selected. Cuistot also offers their holiday dinner catered to go. For reservations call 760340-1000 and for more information visit www.cuistotrestaurant.com.

Fantasy Springs Resort Casino: Acclaimed chefs, led by Executive Chef Freddy Rieger, have assembled a beautiful menu to serve your entire family this Thanksgiving. On Thursday, November 23rd Fresh Grill Buffet, POM and The Bistro will create the perfect atmosphere to celebrate the holiday and give thanks with friends and family. Autumn favorites are combined with Thanksgiving staples from around the world at the Fresh Grill Buffet, which is open from 11am to 9pm on Thanksgiving.

Adults are $31.99 and children ages 3 to 11 are $16.99. Children under 3 are free. The all-you-can-eat buffet begins with the soup and salad bar, where Chef Freddy has prepared classic light fare of grilled shrimp and chicken Caesar salad, Autumn mixed greens with sun-dried cranberries, golden beets and goat cheese, and North Coast shrimp and orecchiette pasta salad. These will be matched with palate teasers such as butternut squash bisque and Amish chicken and corn chowder. Hearty entrees will include chilled seafood on ice and carving board favorites like maple roasted turkey breast, prime rib and honey-mustard glazed Virginia ham. The Chef’s Specialties will feature baked Atlantic salmon with lemon-dill butter sauce, seafood jambalaya, bacon-wrapped stuffed pork tenderloin with spinach and local dates and cornbread stuffing with maple roasted sausage. Ending on a sweet note, diners can indulge in the Fantasy Springs Signature Chocolate Fountain, pumpkin pie, warm raisin bread pudding and much more. The Bistro takes a more traditional approach to Thanksgiving, providing families with favorites that are sure to remind them of home. The a-la-carte menu includes an autumn mixed green salad or butternut squash bisque for $8.00, a lovely main course of roasted Tom turkey, cheddar whipped potatoes and gravy, country-style cornbread stuffing with maple and sausage, asparagus with wild honey hollandaise, candied sweet potatoes and cranberry sauce for $28.00. A warm French baguette and whipped butter are served with every meal. And for dessert, a deliciously comforting homemade pumpkin pie with cinnamon whipped cream is available for $8.00. The Bistro serves Thanksgiving dinner from 3pm-10pm. The Bistro’s regular menu will also be available. Reservations are recommended for The Bistro and may be made via telephone at (760) 342-5000 or online at www.FantasySpringsResort.com. Rounding out the abundance of Thanksgiving options at Fantasy Springs, POM brings the classics straight from Grandma’s kitchen. The a-la-carte menu begins with Amish chicken and corn chowder or autumn mixed green salad for $7.00. For $26.00, diners can feast on a main course of fresh roasted Tom turkey, cornbread stuffing with maple roasted sausage, candied sweet potatoes, buttered broccoli amandine, cranberry sauce and warm dinner rolls with whipped butter. Homemade pumpkin pie with cinnamon whipped cream complete the meal for $7.00. This Thanksgiving special is served all day on November 23rd from 12 noon to 11pm, and POM’s regular menu will also be available. Keep in mind that restaurants book up quickly for the holidays, so try to make your reservations soon if you go. No matter if you choose to dine out, have it catered, or get into the trenches and cook it yourself, we wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving.

EVENTS

November 16 to November 22, 2017

BY TRICIA WITKOWER

15 MINUTES WITH THIRD EYE BLIND

y interview with Stephan Jenkins, Third Eye Blind lead singer, begins with a lesson: believe very little of what you read online. I tell him I read that he was born in Indio, where he’s performing this Saturday at Fantasy Springs, and welcome him back. He corrects me that he was born in Redlands, not Indio. You can’t believe anything you read on the Internet, I say. He agrees, you really can’t. Nevertheless, he loves the desert and is excited to play here. “I can sing in the desert,” he tells me. He’s on the last hour of a 14-hour drive from Seattle down to San Francisco, so I promise him I’ll make it short and sweet. CVW: I’m always curious what musicians listen to. When you aren’t making your own music, whose are you listening to? SJ: “I listen to all kinds of stuff. I’ve been liking some post-punk stuff. Kind of post-punk industrial derivative of Joy Division and New Order. There are some artists I really love, like Bon Iver, but a lot of times these days I’m more interested in songs than bands. I saw this movie called The Bad Batch and at the end of the movie there’s a song called “Fifty on Their Foreheads” by this group White Lies and I just thought it was great. I love desert rock, too, like Queens of the Stone Age. I listen to a lot of different kinds of music.” CVW: What was the first concert you ever went to? SJ: “I was a little kid and my older brother took me to Thin Lizzy. During the show, he did this gesture with his hand and I didn’t know what he meant at all. But the girls did and they rushed forward. I didn’t understand but I knew I wanted to be involved.” CVW: You are in a somewhat of a unique position of having released your debut album at a time when everyone bought CDs. Since your album was so good, people listened to the whole thing and not just the radio hits. Lots of people I know, myself included, have particular memories of what we were doing in our lives when we first binge-listened to your self-titled debut. So, in that way, your music right out the gate became woven into millions of people’s lives. How do you honor what people loved about your music from the start while continually evolving as an

artist over a successful 20-year period? SJ: “Well, you know it’s not hard for me. The joy people take in hearing songs from our catalogue keep those songs alive, so it’s easy. Dopamine and We Are Drugs are better records than my first record. The biggest problem I have is we get about two hours and that’s when you really get going. You’ve got the full energy of everyone involved. It’s hard to fit everything into a set. There are some staples that people really want to hear. I want to please them. But I also want to play lots of different songs and create different colors. So, how has my music evolved? I don’t know. Music is not very much about self awareness, it’s an emotional process. I make music from the standpoint of things that make an indent on me emotionally, whatever it may be. I respond to something that makes an impact and account for it musically. So it’s only after the fact that it tells me who I am and what I’m about. It’s more about self-discovery after the fact, than coming from self-knowledge. That’s so intellectually dense.” (chuckles) CVW: The last time you were at Fantasy Springs, you did an acoustic set in their 12th Floor Lounge. What can fans expect out of your show this Saturday? SJ: “It’s much more of a rock set. After this Saturday, we’re gonna take basically everything off until next summer when we play some of the festivals. You’ll see a band that’s really connected with each other. Really loose and flexible. No sequences and backing tracks. We’re a real rock band who can move and flow. That’s something I always want to be in. It’s an exciting thing. They can expect a really good rock show.” To see this really good rock show yourself, head to Fantasy Springs this Saturday, November 18. Third Eye Blind takes the stage at 8 p.m. For tickets: fantasyspringsresort. com.

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November 16 to November 22, 2017

CONSIDER THIS

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ROBERT PLANT AND THE SENSATIONAL SPACE SHIFTERS “CARRY FIRE” (NONESUCH RECORDS) “Lay down in sweet surrender, your love So warm and tender…” obert Plant opens his new record with this melodic instruction/request. And really, if the Golden God of Rock desires your presence in a supine position, who among us can resist? Robert Anthony Plant is a self-proclaimed “Black Country Boy,” born in West Bromwich, Staffordshire, he grew up Kidderminster, Worcestershire. He became obsessed with Elvis Presley early on and by his teen years began delving into American Blues musicians like Willie Dixon and Robert Johnson. He jettisoned conventional career plans to be an accountant, instead diving head first into the vibrant Midlands Blues scene. He sang in a series of bands, some included protean drummer John Bonham. By the time he was 20 he had fronted two local bands, the Crawling King Snakes and Band Of Joy. When ex-Yardbird guitarist Jimmy Page was starting a new band, he recruited multiinstrumentalist John Paul Jones, and initially hoped to enlist Blues-belter Terry Reid as his vocalist. But Reid had embarked on a promising solo career and he demurred. He also recommended that Page consider Robert Plant for the job. At their very first meeting, Page and Plant played records and bonded over mutual influences. Robert suggested John Bonham on drums, the band’s line-up was complete, Led Zeppelin was born. Their sound quickly coalesced, a heady brew of Blues and Psychedelia, it also contained elements of Folk, World, Funk and Reggae. Of course, Led Zeppelin went on to become one of the most influential bands in Rock N Roll History. (Second only to the Beatles). Their all-encompassing sound was matched by the hedonistic excess on the road. Although their music was woefully under-appreciated by critics, (most famously Rolling Stone), their commercial success was astounding. Sadly, the years of decadence and sybaritic debauchery took its toll. In 1977, tragedy struck when Robert Plant’s five year old son Karac died from a stomach infection. Three years later, following a night dipsomaniacal drinking, John Bonham was found dead at age 32. He had fallen asleep and choked on his own vomit. Suddenly an unstoppable

juggernaut had ground to a halt. From 1968 until 1980, Led Zeppelin ruled the world. Following the untimely death of their drummer, heartbroken and griefstricken, the remaining members quietly called it quits. Two years later, Robert Plant tentatively launched a solo career. His first solo album, Pictures At Eleven came in 1982. He quickly followed up the next year with The Principle Of Moments. Neither traded on the bombastic crunch of his Zeppelin sound, instead his music offered a quieter, more nuanced approach. Working on his own allowed him to follow his myriad influences. From the swivel-hipped Rockabilly of Elvis Presley, to the Delta Blues of Bukka White, to the Modal vocalese of Oum Kalthoum, the Egyptian woman widely regarded as the greatest female Arabic singer in history. Even though he continued to concentrate on his solo career, Robert Plant occasionally reunited with Jimmy Page. In 1984 they collaborated as the Honeydrippers, recording an EP of ‘50s era Rock N’ Roll. The album topped the charts. Ten years later MTV asked the pair to participate in their “Unplugged” series. Naturally the duo couldn’t limit themselves to a strictly acoustic format. Instead, their performance featured a full orchestra, mandolin, hurdy gurdy, electric guitar and Hozam Ramzy’s Egyptian Ensemble. The live set was released on CD as No Quarter, and they followed up with a world tour as well as a full-fledged (albeit less interesting), duo album, 1998’s Walking Into Clarksdale. Robert’s solo career moved at its own meandering pace. From 1985 to 1990 he released Shaken N’ Stirred, Now And Zen and Manic Nirvana. 1993 saw the arrival of Fate Of Nations. His first solo record of the 21st century, Dreamland, hit stores in 2002 and Mighty ReArranger, appeared in 2005. Two years later he took another detour, when producer T-Bone Burnett suggested he collaborate with Bluegrass superstar Alison Krauss. The album, Raising Sand, was an enormous critical and commercial success, netting the pair five Grammy awards, including Album Of The Year. As the Robert and Alison were readying a world tour, he was asked to participate in a Zeppelin reunion headlining a benefit concert

in the memory of Atlantic Records founder Ahmet Ertegun. Jason Bonham, son of John, and an acclaimed drummer in his own right, was recruited to take his dad’s place behind the kit. Plant, Page and Jones, had reconvened two times previously, at Live Aid in 1985 and for Atlantic Records’ 25th anniversary. Both performances were underwhelming at best. This time out they took no chances. The fourpiece woodshedded extensively, and the performance at London’s 02 Arena was an artistic triumph. Of course fans and promoters clamored for a Led Zep world tour, but Robert Plant had already planned a tour with Alison Krauss. He insisted he was interested in exploring new vistas, not excavating the past. His next musical adventure involved resurrecting the name of his pre-Zep group, Band Of Joy. It also took him down a deeper Americana path. He enlisted multi-instrumentalists, (and well-known musicians), Buddy Miller and Darrell Scott, as well as bassist Byron House, drummer Marco Giovino. Best of all, acclaimed singersongwriter Patty Griffin also joined the lineup. The eponymous effort, released in 2010, didn’t scale the commercial Heights of Raising Sand, but it did garner a Grammy nomination. Off-stage Robert and Patty struck up a romantic collaboration and set up house together in Austin, Texas. The relationship lasted more than four years, cratering on geographical differences and his self-described “Black Country character.” His next record, Lullaby And…The Ceaseless Roar, released in 2014, reconfigured his 2005 Strange Sensation band as The Sensational Space Shifters. It also dealt with the emotional fallout from his break-up with Patty. A cinematic effort, it contained some of his most beautiful and poetic imagery. Now, 35 years after the release of his first solo record, Robert has returned with the Space Shifters and his 11th solo venture, Carry Fire. The album opens with an insistent Djembe beat and the seductive North African groove of “The May Queen.” Lush and hypnotic, the track layers the sinewy scratch of a stylus hitting vinyl, over strummy acoustic guitar and sawing violin. Much like Bob Dylan’s “Lay Lady Lay,” this Black Country Bob is warm and inviting, confiding “Inside my waves are breaking…oh light of my salvation, I’m seeking love and glory, just like I always do.”

Robert Plant’s music has rarely concentrated on current events, in fact, during his Zeppelin years, his lyrics centered on misty mountains Hobbit-y depths of Mordor and Tangerine Queens. But three songs here feel explicitly political. “New World….” is fueled by chunky power chords and a rock steady beat. A shimmery roundelay, the swirly melody and serpentine guitars nearly camouflage lyrics that rail against the white patriarchy, colonization and slavery; “Educate the ‘noble savage’ the great white father’s word is law, subjugate them to liberate them the poison pen, the bloody sword” “Carving Up The World Again…a wall and not a fence,” is an brittle excoriation of Brexit and the current White House occupant. It’s built on a roiling Watusi rhythm that hopscotches over snaky guitars and slithery keys. The lyrics take aim at recent anti-immigration policies; “Emperors and sultans, kings and presidents, dictators and ambassadors engaged in our defense/A lifetime of great service, of selfless good intent guaranteed immunity ‘behind a wall and not a fence’.” On the instrumental break, slip-stitch rhythm guitar jousts and parries with an acrid lead guitar that stings as it swings. Meanwhile, the melody of “Bones Of Saints” blurs the lines between American Rockabilly and Algerian Rai. A stutter backbeat and gamboling guitar dance around trenchant observations like “To ask a leading question from where the money comes?/Who buys the bullets? Who sells the guns?” As he slips in this sly exegesis on senseless gun violence, the tune downshifts on the bridge and his vocals lock into a patented Golden God wail that underscores his frustration. Nearly 50 years ago, Robert Plant expected the ladies to “squeeze my lemon ‘til the juice runs down my leg.” These days his love language is a little more refined. On “Season’s Song,” he is particularly tender. Rustling percussion connects with plangent acoustic guitar, as he proclaims “Oh my love, when all is said and done I hear the sound of heaven in your wondrous season’s song.” “Dance With You Tonight” is a poignant love letter to his bygone Zeppelin days and the fans that flamed the fire. Liquid arpeggios circle a hip-sway beat that feels positively Intime. He seems to address Page and Jones as he notes “We shared a world forever changing through dancing days and wondrous nights/I offered up the secret places, reveal a magic of the land, all bound by blood and lipstick traces ‘til time conspired to steal our crown.” On the piano-driven “A Way With Words,” this self-confessed Black Country brooder seems to reach out to a former love. Anchored by a stuttery bendir beat and whispery keys, it’s tempting to assume he’s addressing a certain raven-haired, Texas-based singersongwriter with contrite mea culpas like “All we built is falling down, all we knew has hit the ground I know/Blame the tears, the lonesome sound, hopes and fears that burned the ground I know.” The album’s best songs are “Carry Fire” and “Keep It Hid.” The title track is a modal masterpiece. It opens with an extended continue to page 20

ART SCENE

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November 16 to November 22, 2017

BY ANGELA ROMEO

ACE 2017 THE PEGGY VERMEER & BARONE SCULPTURE AWARDS

he annual Palm Springs Art Museum Artist Council Exhibition (ACE) continues to December 13. Five artists were acknowledged for their work. Two award recipients are Veralee Bassler, recipient of the Karen and Tony Barone Award for Sculpture, and Beth Adams, recipient of the Peggy Vermeer Award. Veralee Bassler is the recipient of the Karen and Tony Barone Award for Sculpture, sponsored by Karen and Tony Barone, for her work Danzante #2. Bassler, 82 years old, began her journey in clay in high school and believes that she and clay are “good old friends”. Using the pinch clay technique, (where the work in “pinched” into form) Bassler created her winning piece. “My objects are direct, virtuosity not being my way. As for influences, some are rocks, some are cacti (hence, Danzantes), some are the richly painted and ancient weathered walls of Oaxaca, Mexico,” she noted in her statement. “We have the privilege of sponsoring the Karen & Tony Barone Sculpture Award each year. It is important to us to recognize, encourage, and inspire other sculptors who put their hearts and souls into producing works of art that will enrich the public,” said artist/philanthropists Karen and Tony Barone. (I was honored to be the first recipient of the Barone Sculpture award for my piece, 4 fame). Peggy Vermeer moved to the desert in 1962 and her indelible mark is hard to miss. She continues to give much to the community, as a teacher, artist, museum docent and inspiration. She is the first local artist to have a piece, Medea, purchased and donated to the museum’s permanent collection. It should be no surprise that the piece was purchased and donated by philanthropist Donna MacMillan. “The Artists Council started the Peggy Vermeer Award in 2016 to honor our longest serving member and a great supporter of local art and artists. Peggy was one of the early leaders of the Artists Council and served on the Board for many years. She was also one of the first docents at the museum. The award is sponsored

by contributions from individual Board members,” noted artist council president Maryanne Sutherland. “This year Beth Adams received the Peggy Vermeer Award.” This year’s award is especially poignant with the recent passing of Peggy Vermeer. She was 93 years old. Her passing leaves a void in the local art community as well as to the Artist Council. The award, created during her lifetime, is testament to her contributions to the arts community. Beth Adams, recipient of the Vermeer award, created Waterfall/Window. The piece is 48 in. x 30 in., acrylic on canvas. In her description, Adams stated, “Waterfalls can be symbols of impermanence, of continuous evolution and fluidity. The downward movement is derived from the still center, immutable, infinite potentiality. Waterfalls are emblems of continued motion; water is the symbol of unconscious energy. Waterfalls are ever changing, renewing: representing openness, flexibility, power, form, and spirituality. Water is one of the four crucial elements for life. For me, my waterfall paintings symbolize continuous creation and life.” Continuous creation and life – an apt description of Peggy Vermeer. Thank you Peggy for the light you gave to the art community. For more information contact ArtistsCouncil@psmuseum.org or go to www.psmuseum.org/artists-council.

November 16 to November 22, 2017

PET PLACE

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BY JANET McAFEE

PAWS & HEARTS, DOGS DISPENSING LOVE

alling Coachella Valley dog lovers! Mark your calendar now for a wonderful event on Saturday, November 25 where you and your dog can enjoy a beautiful walk and raise money for a deserving charity. Paws & Hearts is a local nonprofit organization that benefits hospitalized humans and the precious dogs that perform a wonderful service. Their canines make the rounds at local hospitals and nursing homes happily healing hearts and dispensing love. Paws and Hearts were founded in 2000 by a 4-legged pup named Lucky. This joyful dog always went to work with his human, Richard Waxman. They found their calling after a chance meeting with the nursing director at Valencia Palms Nursing Center in Indio. Lucky became a popular visitor at Valencia Palms for his remaining 12 years of life, curling up on patients’ laps and chests offering love and comfort. Richard Waxman, pictured here with Scruffy and Maddie, states, “We are about to start our 18th year of service to the Coachella Valley. We have a great team of volunteers, humans and canines. Our annual dog walk is a great way to celebrate another outstanding year.” Today, dozens

MEET TJ & MILLER This pair of bonded brother kittens are 5 months old and full of antics. Miller and TJ say, "Two cats are more fun than one! Adopt us both and double the joy." Rescued by C.A.N. (Coachella Animal Network) (760)250-8181

MEET OPHELIA This gorgeous 4-yr-old girl is a Huskie/Shepherd mix, 50 lbs of doggie love. Ophelia would like to be the only dog in your home. Rescued by www.lovingallanimals. Call (760) 834-7000.

of volunteer teams and their dogs follow in Lucky’s pawprints, bringing comfort and healing to the sick and infirm in dozens of Coachella Valley hospitals and assisted living centers. Scientific studies confirm that dogs lower blood pressure, decrease anxiety and depression, and they have a healing impact for many medical disorders. A 2007 study documented that patients in critical care after heart failure have a significant decrease in cardiopulmonary pressure and anxiety levels upon receiving animal assisted therapy. For patients confined to an assisted living center, a visit from one of these canine Ambassadors may be the highlight of their day. What does it take to become a therapy dog? Richard Waxman has temperament tested over 1,000 dogs and only half of those have passed his evaluation. He explains, “More often the problem is the human owner. This is not a program where you get to brag about your dog. Nor is it about how cute he is. We’re looking for dogs that are outgoing and friendly. The dog has to immediately make a friendly overture to the patient. You will never be more proud of your dog than when a patient tells you ‘Your

Their annual Dog Walk Fundraiser is Saturday, November 25, with registration beginning at 9:00 am. The walk commences at 10:00 am at the beautiful Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort & Spa in Rancho Mirage. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on hand for holiday photos of you and your dog. Continental breakfast and t-shirts will be provided to all walkers. A minimum donation of $30 per person or $50 per couple is appreciated. For more information, contact Paws & Hearts at (760) 836-1406. Have a fun day with your dog. This event promises be a tail-waggin’ good time! Jmcafee7@verizon.net

dog made my day’ when he kisses their hand or takes a cookie from them.” There is no formal certification program required to become a therapy dog. Every organization does their own evaluation. Paws & Hearts relies on donations. You can make a tax deductible donation on their website at www.pawsandhearts.org or mail a check to 74-133 El Paseo, Suite 7, Palm Desert, CA 92260.

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THE VINO VOICE

BY RICK RIOZZA

GOOD TIMES & THANKSGIVING WINES

on’t we just love the comradery between those who plan and structure the holiday meals and those who imagine the wines to complete the banquet? Often times we’re blessed to joyously share both those devotions; and the more souls involved in the thought processes—the better! Indeed—its sounds like a great idea to gather those so interested at a pre-prepping table, laid out with some cheeses & breads and a little wine to coax our culinary campaigns. If some of your family and friends are not in town yet, well I’m sure there’s a willing proxy who’ll sample the table and share their two cents or so. Everyone knows that the Thanksgiving table has the potential panoply of various tastes, textures, flavors and aromas. A daunting task for some perhaps—others with a little cheese and wine in their bellies are game and looking forward to it. So here’s the spread—kind of sort of: From appetizers to white and dark turkey meat, ham, mashed potatoes, yams, herb-filled stuffing or dressing, cranberry relish, green vegetable mélange with different sauces, a surprise dish here, a traditional portion there, all the way to pumpkin, apple or pecan pie. Goodness gracious—I am ready for that menu du jour again. Now we can spoil all the hunt and drama of working through and pondering what wine will succeed and keep the guests happy, by simply suggesting one fine wine that’s reasonably priced. So if you don’t have the time to glean through this article, let’s cut to the chase: A rosé bubbly, because sparkling wines bring both elegance and phenomenal foodpairing versatility to virtually any meal. There’s a decent dose of acidity, which amps the pairing potential, while adding a festive flair to the table—it gets everyone smiling!. Of course it will be a brut sparkler, for its cleansing nature, and, why not make it a dry (brut) rosé bubbly; we know rosés can pretty much pair well with any dish, so too— rosé sparkling wine. And a good rosé sparkler is a happy meeting point between your red wine and white wine aficionados A couple of years ago I tried this out: All I provided to our Thanksgiving guests was the Louis Bouillot Crémant Du Bourgogne Brut Rosé, which sells for about $18 a bottle. Chilled up all day, it was a great choice for a pre-Thanksgiving aperitif: The alcohol level is low and worked for watching football, munching and talking without the bloat of a beer; next, for the meal itself, it was bold enough to pair with the poultry and comfort dishes; the wine’s strawberry, raspberry and cranberry notes were perfect for the fruit side of things; and again, an ideal cleanser to the rich gravies and meats. To boot! I served this rosé sparkler as a beverage dessert on its own. I heard no

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complaints of desiring a red or white— everyone was grateful for a festive bubbly all day long. On the other side of things, we vino enthusiasts also love trying some wines we’ve been thinking about and now it’s a perfect time to share. And most vino guests will indeed bring over a bottle or two to share their likes as well. Just mention it, and most will be eager to contribute. For certain, there are some tried and true favorite wines that perform well on Thanksgiving. Let me mention some of the red and white varietals and the reasoning therein. Pinot Noir: A traditional favorite for Thanksgiving. Its subtle earthy undertones and often mushroom-inspired flavors surround the fruit of the wine and complement the traditional flavors of both dark & white turkey, stuffing, and cranberry flavors. Good deals everywhere! Zinfandel: A heartier red wine than a pinot noir that still maintains a balancing effect on many traditional Thanksgiving side dishes. Look for this wine to amplify spices such as clove, cinnamon, and allspice, working bitter and sweet flavors. It often adds a touch of smokiness to the taste profile, thus pairs well with dark meat turkey. I recommend the medium-bodied Zins from Dry Creek Valley in Sonoma.

Syrah/Shiraz: The Syrah grape can bring a spicy edge or a meaty character to the table, often increasing the complexity but handling the cornucopia of flavors of the holiday meal. The peppery notes of Syrah partner well with the herb-infused stuffing and both the white and dark turkey meat. Firestone Winery produces a nice Syrah for just a few bucks. Beaujolais: This is a wonderful and perhaps a serendipitous choice for the perfectly timed arrival of Beaujolais Nouveau on the 3rd Thursday in November. The mildly trendy “Nouveau” is more a party wine—the Beaujolais, Beaujolais-Villages, and the Cru Beaujolais are the recommended, from the Gamay grape with similarities to Pinot Noir. It pairs exceptionally well with wild rice, salads, roasted squash, and cranberries. It balances the dinners that have a high sweetness factor (yams, etc.) with savory and earthy quality. Its lighter and less tannic style works well with white meat turkey. Look for a 2015 vintage. For a “Cru” selection, find a Fleurie, Brouilly, or Morgon A part from their favorite Sauv Blanc and Chardonnay (enjoyed throughout the year) white wine lovers will often choose a Riesling or Gevurst for this occasion. Riesling: A white wine that can either be bone dry—German Kabinetts, or the variedly sweet, such as the Washington State labels that will indicate sweetness. Excellent with any dishes that are spicy, salty, or, sweet— dessert! Riesling’s innate flavors of apple, apricot and honey and its clarifying acidity give it a significant pairing edge with the likes of sweet potatoes, turkey meat, and spiceladen or herb-filled stuffing. Gewurztraminer: Definitely for wine enthusiasts, and the “dry” version for the wine liberals in our rank who dare for aromatic gusto & spiciness, like lychee notes; ties in the turkey and gravy, bringing out the best in both. And, as we always mention: The most important thing to bring to the table, of course, is a humble and grateful heart. Bon Appétit! & Cheers!

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SCREENERS

GODS & HEROES

NOW PLAYING: Comic books and the culture that creates, expands and nurtures a modern mythology that satisfies our craving for heroes that can solve or at least confront issues on our real, pre-apocalyptic (my term) planet are finding huge acceptance -- and gargantuan profits -- on the big screen in stunning movie adaptations of extraordinary craftsmanship. I get letters from mostly adults (?) asking for simple plot explanations of the often-complex storylines. I assume these writers are not up to speed on their comic book superhero lore and have little or no emotional investment in the admittedly engaging, colorful and larger than life characters beyond Batman and Superman. They want to know if the new super hero movies can be enjoyed by those who are ignorant of the relevant back stories or have not seen previous iterations of the DC or Marvel film franchise (if that’s even possible in today’s world). My simple answer is a big, bold yes, but with this caveat: it helps to know a minimal amount of the hero’s bio. Two “comic book” films currently playing up the ante not only for dazzling

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No. 291 The main plot has Bruce Wayne, with the help of his new ally Diana Prince, recruiting a team of meta-humans to fight a new threat. But despite this incredible team of super heroes, it may be too little too late to stop an assault of apocalyptic proportions. Big fun. Recommended NEW BLU FOR THE HOME THEATER: GUN FURY 3D (1953)

production values but also for tapping into meta themes that resonate with our fragile, fractured and dangerous global zeitgeist. THOR: RAGNAROK Dancing on the edges of being a flat out comedy, this hugely entertaining and unexpected take blends traditional, and classic Thor mythos with contemporary tropes that include dysfunctional family issues and a deadly sibling rivalry. Thor, you may remember, is the Norse god of thunder. He is mainly known for his hammer and flowing locks. Ragnarok is literally translated as “the final destiny of the gods.” In the brief time since it’s premier, the movie has struck a nerve

with a global audience raking in more than a half a billion dollars! So clearly, there’s something here that connects with our human concerns and fascination. The plot has Thor (Chris Hemsworth) trapped in an alien realm fighting a deadly and spectacular fight with the Hulk (Mark Ruffalo), his former avenger ally. The desperate struggle for survival sends Thor on a race against time to prevent Hela, the goddess of death, (a wonderful Cate Blanchett), from destroying his home world and the entire Asgardian civilization. Spoiler alert: Thor gets his locks shorn and loses his hammer. I know, that sounds like a “Leave it to Beaver” episode, but like the beloved TV show, there’s a moral to the story. Along the way, Thor discovers that it’s not one’s costume, weapon or hair that makes a hero. Now showing at refurbished DPlace Entertainment, Mary Pickford 14. Recommended. JUSTICE LEAGUE There’s major anticipation for this new cinematic superhero installment mainly due to the promised big screen debut of iconic pop culture characters The Flash, Aquaman and Cyborg. Director Zack Snyder has assembled a terrific cast: Bruce Wayne/Batman (Ben Affleck), Clark Kent/Superman (Henry Cavill), Diana Prince/Wonder Woman (Gal Gadot), Barry Allen/The Flash (Ezra Miller), Lois Lane (Amy Adams), Arthur Curry/ Aquaman (Game of Throne’s Jason Mamoa) and Cyborg (Ray Fisher).

Classic film director Raoul Walsh (“High Sierra,” “The Man I love”) gives us his only 3D movie: a hard driving revenge western. After a stagecoach hold up, Frank Slayton’s notorious gang leave Ben Warren (Rock Hudson) for dead and head off with his fiancée (Donna Reed). In fact, Warren is very much alive. He sets out after the men who tried to kill him (Philip Care, Neville Brand and a young Lee Marvin). He follows them and tries to get help but none of the local townspeople he encounters are able or willing, but he finally recruits two others who have sworn revenge on the pitiless Slayton. Don’t miss the rough and ready Technicolor excitement in one of the golden age of 3D’s most compelling westerns, pitting Rock Hudson against bad men Lee Marvin and Neville Brand in hell-for-leather 1080p hi def. Walsh creates carefully articulated compositions that had been a defining feature of his singular style since the early 1930s. Twilight Time Movies. Bluray 3D. Comments? robin@coachellavalleyweekly.com

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JUST FABULOUS FOR THE HOLIDAYS

he Coachella Valley continues to be a playground for the rich and famous. Hollywood elite have homes here and celebrity remains a big part of the area’s culture and color. Celebrating the fun, glamor and spirit of Palm Springs’ past and present, bookstore and gift shop Just Fabulous will host authorsigning events. Just Fabulous will feature books by high profile personalities and celebrities. The public is invited to these free and fun events. Just Fabulous will provide light refreshments for these special occasions. And, with the holidays at hand, Just Fabulous is ready to help. Staff can preorder, or reserve copies of the featured books, have books signed with personalized inscriptions, wrap the books in colorful paper and ship

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them anywhere in the world for a modest fee. Purchases can be made over the phone*. Here is the Just Fabulous schedule of authors: Saturday, November 25, 2pm – 4pm – Daughter of the late, great, comedienne Joan Rivers, Melissa Rivers along with coauthor Scott Currie, will sign “Joan Rivers Confidential: The Unseen Scrapbooks, Joke Cards, Personal Files and Photos of a Very Funny Woman Who Kept Everything” (Harry N. Abrams, 336 pages). Told with humor and affection, the book reveals an obsessively organized woman who took her comedy very seriously. Saturday, December 2, Noon – 3pm – Author Kathryn Sermak, once the personal assistant to Bette Davis, reveals her extensive archives as a close friend and confidant to the

iconic actress in her book “Miss D and Me” (Hachette Books, 288 pages). Sermak has had a long career as a professional personal assistant to the rich and famous. Sunday, December 3, Noon – 2pm – Daughter of Hollywood royalty, Robert Wagner and Natalie Wood, Natasha Gregson Wagner and co-author Manoah Bowman will share their book “Natalie Wood: Reflections of a Legendary Life” (Running Press, 320 pages). This is the first family-authorized photographic study of Wood’s film career and private life as a wife and mother. Sunday, December 3, 2pm – 4pm -Authors Jay Jorgensen and Manoah Bowman have compiled a visual biography that looks at Grace Kelly’s successful, but all too brief career in Hollywood, revealing the complicated and inspiring truth behind her seemingly fairytale life in “Grace Kelly: Hollywood Dream Girl” (Dey Street Books, 288 pages). Friday, December 8, 3pm – 5pm – Madelyn Morgan author of “Mad About Men: A MENmoir” (Red String Music) shares her personal story of trying to find love as a promiscuous single mom. Saturday, December 9, Noon – 3pm – Bestselling authors Anne Rice and Christopher Rice have collaborated with “Ramses The Damned: The Passion of Cleopatra” (Anchor Books, 320 pages) which is part of the longawaited Ramses series. The mother and son duo devise a fantastical romp through ancient times and the 1914 Edwardian Era after the former pharaoh reawakens in London! Sunday, December 10, 2pm – 4pm -Petrine Mitchum author of “Snout About Town Starring Buster Keaton Brown: A Tale

for Precocious Canines and Their Personal Assistants” is the daughter of famous actor, Robert Mitchum. Growing up in Hollywood with many canine companions, the author shares her love for dogs in this colorfully illustrated book dog lovers will appreciate. Friday, December 15, 2pm – 4pm -Actress and author, Joyce Bulifant shares her personal life in the entertainment industry both on and off screen in her book “My Four Hollywood Husbands” (Tilton Bass Publishing, 292 pages). Saturday, December 16, 1pm – 3pm -Renowned photographer David Wills will sign “Vegas Gold” (HarperCollins, 240 pages) a book with 125 of his photographs capturing the glamorous golden years of Las Vegas. Wayne Newton wrote the forward and Donny & Marie Osmond wrote the afterword. Just Fabulous is located at 515 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, at the corner of N. Palm Canyon Drive and Alejo Road in the Uptown District’s classic Corridor complex. Management recommends arriving early for book signing events since author meet and greets generate long lines of fans. Just Fabulous has something for everybody, and features coffee table, art and specialty books you won’t find at Barnes and Noble. But, be aware that some books cater to “mature and open-minded” readers. *For more info on ordering and purchasing books in advance call: 760-864-1300.

SAFETY TIPS

BY FIRE CHIEF SAM DIGIOVANNA

LET’S TALK TURKEY!

hen most of us think about Thanksgiving, images of turkey, stuffing and time spent with loved ones typically come to mind, not fire hazards. However, an increased risk of fire is, in fact, a reality of Thanksgiving. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), three times as many home cooking fires occur on Thanksgiving as on a typical day. Unattended cooking is the leading cause of home cooking fires. Here are NFPA’s top five tips for cooking with fire safety in mind on Thanksgiving and beyond: Remain in the kitchen while you’re cooking, and keep a close eye on what you fry! Always stay in the kitchen while frying, grilling or broiling food. If you have to leave the kitchen for even a short period of time, turn off the stove. Regularly check on food that’s simmering, baking or roasting, and use a timer to remind you that you’re cooking. Keep things that can catch fire such as oven mitts, wooden utensils, food packaging, towels and curtains away from the cooking area.

Be alert when cooking. If you are sleepy or have consumed alcohol, don’t use the stove or stovetop. If you have a small (grease) cooking fire on the stovetop and decide to fight the fire: Smother the flames by sliding a lid over the pan and turning off the burner. Leave the pan covered until it is completely cooled. For an oven fire, turn off the heat and keep the door closed. If you’re cooking a turkey using a disposable aluminum pan, consider doubling up and using two pans to avoid a puncture, as dripping turkey juices can cause an oven fire. For more Holiday cooking safety visit: onsafety.cpsc.gov/blog/2009/11/25/ holiday-cooking-tips Happy Thanksgiving! Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna

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ROBERT PLANT continued from page 12 Taxim that weaves a tapestry of loud, electric and acoustic guitar, dobro and pedal steel over tensile percussion. As the arrangement gathers steam, Robert’s vocals are lithe and elastic, bending notes and shading the instrumentation. Murmuring one second and davening the next, he bares his soul and takes an oath of fealty, offering emotional reparations for past transgressions. “I’m reaching out for you across the broken days/ All through the gathering years beyond these lonely ways, I carry fire for you.” “Keep It Hid” is the album’s biggest surprise, taking a hard left turn away from his Sub-Saharan influences, veering toward a Beatnik Bossa Nova/Acid Jazz style popularized by Italian producer/arranger Nicola Conte. Fluttery electronic percussion and flinty electric guitar add ballast to this gossamer groover. No longer the penitent reprobate, the lyrics flip the script and he embraces his carnal conquistador reputation. The album closes with the one-two punch of “Bluebirds Over The Mountain” and “Heaven Sent.” The former drastically recasts the Rockabilly standard, (written by Ersel Hickey and popularized By Ritchie Valens and the Beach Boys), as a duet with Chrissie Hynde. A stroppy, static-y rhythm and seesaw violins gives the tune a jittery, caffeinated edge. Meanwhile, Chrissie and Robert quaver and curl their lips, each offering up their best King Of Rock N’ Roll Presley pastiche. Finally, the latter is a sprawling ballad that is equal parts philosophical and ecclesiastic. Shuddery keys cast a spell over a somnolent

melody. The lyrics impart this piece of hard won wisdom; “All that’s worth doing is seldom easy done, all that’s worth the winning is never easy won.” With the exception of “Bluebirds...” each song here was co-written with the Sensational Space Shifters. The five-piece includes John Baggott on keys, Moog, loops, drums brass arrangement, T’Bal, snare drum, slide guitar, piano, electric piano and bendir. Billy Fuller tackles bass, keys and drum programming. Justin Adams plays acoustic guitar, Oud, E-Bow quartet, percussion, snare drum and tambourine. Dave Smith handles Bendir, tambourine, djembe and drum kit. Finally, Liam “Skin” Tyson adds dobro, acoustic guitar, pedal steel and 12 string guitar. On the cusp of 70, no one would fault Robert Plant if he wanted to retire, spending his golden (God) years enjoying the English countryside, cheering his favorite football clubs and pulling pints in local pubs. In fact, following his last record, he hinted that he may be at the end of the “musical wanderlust and the wonderful carousel” he’s been on. He’s definitely lived life to the fullest, from the hedonistic highs to soul-crushing Lows. On “The May Queen,” he confides that he’s still “seeking love and glory, just like I always do.” Conversely, he also speaks of “the dimming of my light.” But he needn’t worry, that flame isn’t even close to extinguishing. Carry Fire is the most fully realized album of his solo career. Rather than bask in the afterglow, it feels like Robert Plant shows no signs of slowing down.

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POST-ELECTION NEWS

s new political realities settle in following the contentious 2016 elections, let’s take a look at some of the lesser reported stories of the Election Season: Brussels, Belgium: The European Union (EU) held an emergency meeting related to the election of Donald Trump as President yet France, the United Kingdom and Hungary did not attend thus muting the impact of the meeting. EU leadership wanted to send a ‘strong message’ to Trump regarding their expectations for trade agreements. A stronger message related to the demise of the EU is emerging due to the probable exodus of the United Kingdom and rumors that other nations like France may be considering a departure as well. Chicago, Illinois: Rhonda Crawford was elected to be a judge in Cook County despite being under indictment and having had her law license suspended for impersonating a judge by hearing traffic cases for the Cook County courts. The Illinois Supreme Court has barred her from taking the bench until her legal proceedings have cleared. If she is found guilty as many expect, the Supreme

Court will appoint another person to fill the seat. Hooksett, New Hampshire: Republican State Representative Dick Marple won reelection to a fifth term and was arrested on the same day. His offense? Driving without a license and failing to show up for a hearing. Marple is the same representative that said that women cannot legally become President and called the terrorists who bombed a nightclub in Paris, “diaper heads”. Oceanside, California: Voters in Oceanside elected Gary Ernst to be City Treasurer despite having died of

complications related to diabetes in September. The City Council now needs to decide whether to appoint someone to the position or hold a special election. San Diego, California: Leading into the presidential elections, the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church of San Diego sent out a flyer saying, “It is a mortal sin to vote Democrat…immediately after death the souls of those who die in a state of mortal sin descend into hell.” Subsequently, a church spokesman denounced the flyers and stated that they had nothing to do with the flyers that went out to parishioners. This was not the first time such statements mysteriously emanated from church flyers. Midlothian, Virginia and San Sebastian, Spain: Clayton Litten is a lifelong Republican who is dying of lung cancer. While in the bathroom on the Friday before the election, he saw the image of President-Elect, Donald Trump, in a bathroom tile. “What are the odds?” states Litten. “One in a trillion?” Litten is not the only one to see Trump’s image in inanimate objects. Google Engineer Matt Cutts saw Trump in a frosted churro while on holiday in San Sebastian, Spain. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania: On Election Day, Judge Darrin Farmer was arrested for

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failing to deliver polling equipment to a local precinct as he was supposed to do. After dropping off his wife at the store to buy refreshments and snacks for volunteers at the polling station, Farmer took the rest of the day to work as a driver for an Uberlike taxi service for the day. Cleveland, Ohio: In non-election news, remember the “You’ve Got Mail” voice for AOL? His name is Elwood Edwards and he is now an Uber driver. Recently retired from a local news station, Edwards was paid $200 to record that now infamous line. Deltona, Florida: Residents of a senior living community are under siege… by squirrels. Twice in less than a week, squirrels have been attacking residents. Fighting back, a staff member armed with a BB gun thwarted the most recent at attack killing the varmint at the scene of the event. More than four residents have been accosted by the tree-dwelling rodents. Haddon Libby is a Financial Advisor and Managing Partner at Winslow Drake and can be reached at HLibby@WinslowDrake. com or 760.449.6349.

DALE GRIBOW ON THE LAW

IMPOSTER SCAM CALLS

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Long-distance lover: “During these weeks of chatting I have fallen in love with you. If you send money for a plane ticket I will catch the next plane and then the magic will happen” Military Rep: “I’m from the VA, and you are entitled, as an ex-soldier, to benefits from this program. I just need to know...” Social Media Scams: With online shopping scams, ads are posted for too-good-to-be-true deals on hot items, like designer eyewear. The ads can show up as a legitimate sponsored post, or in a friend’s Facebook timeline (a sure sign their account has been hacked). The goal is to get your credit card information to charge you for phony goods and steal your personal information for identity theft. Genealogy site scams: The scammers are trying to trick people with lookalikes of legitimate sites, or offering ancestry research for free. The site directs you to submit personal information with the goal of stealing your identity. BEWARE, as Low prices for hot items are a red flag. Clicking on the ad leads to imposter social media pages resembling popular brands and companies. Be wary of sponsored ads that appear to feature well-known genealogy websites – even if the advertised link looks legitimate. It is very easy to change the name of links to appear that they are coming from a reputable source. If an ad appears on your profile, change your password immediately. Also, remove all suspicious apps from your account that can

automatically post content. If you paid for a product through one of these scam sites, alert your bank or credit card company to cancel the transaction. Before signing up to find out about your ancestors, search for the name of the company, and verify its reputation on genealogy forums and Facebook groups. Report Fraud and ID Theft: Inspector General 1-800-269-0271 or via oig.ssa.gov/report. Fraud alert hotline: 855-303-9470 or www.aging.senate.gov/fraud-hotline FTC ID Theft Hotline 877-ID-Theft/ www. consumer.gov/idtheft SS hotline 800-269-0271/ www.ssa.gov/ oig Equifax: 800-525-6285/ www.equifax.com Experian: 888-397-3742/ www.experian. com

Transunion: 800-680-7289/ www. transunion.com Keep the above numbers and information. They say “Forewarned is Forearmed!!!!” and “People Don’t Plan to Fail, They Fail to Plan”. So Plan Ahead and be aware of your surroundings. Ideas for future columns? 760-837-7500 or dale@dalegribowlaw.com. DALE GRIBOW “TOP LAWYER” - Palm Springs Life-201118 “TOP LAWYER”- Inland Empire Magazine Nov 2016 PERFECT 10.0 AVVO Peer Rating

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SPORTS SCENE

BY FLINT WHEELER

NCAA BASKETBALL GIVES EARLY OPPORTUNITY TO PROFIT

very great and powerful foe has one small weakness. The Gremlins had bright lights, the Wicked Witch of the West had water, and sportsbooks have earlyseason college basketball totals. The Over/Under lines on NCAA hoops games in the first couple months of the season are the most vulnerable you will find bookmakers at any point in the sports calendar. And they’ll be the first ones to tell you. “Early (season), middle, late. Honestly, they’re all a nightmare,” Craig Tallway, of Tilted Sports Radio. “The hardest thing for books to beat are totals. It’s a weakness for us all year round. But in the beginnings, the players have the edge.” It’s a combination of elements that make early college hoops totals the books’ kryptonite. The recent trend of one-and-done players, since the NBA installed its sticky rules, has been a headache for oddsmakers with the constant turnaround of talent at major programs. With rosters switching up year-toyear, it’s tough to base any odds on last year’s production. Add to those unknowns a massive schedule featuring more than 350 different schools (10 years ago sportsbooks didn’t

book small conference games, sticking to the major conferences), coaches trying to find chemistry in their lineups, and the sheer volatility to predicting how a bunch of college kids will perform. Other problems prove to be unpredictable, pointing to different officiating crews around the country. Each game you have different refs from different conferences who are told how to call fouls or not to call fouls from a particular conference. And to make matters worse, the only people betting college basketball at this point in the schedule are the wiseguys, who can smell the blood in the water. In fact, when talking to my buddies in Vegas, the public really doesn’t have an influence on the NCAAB odds until the NCAA tournament begins in mid-March. That leaves line managers to go toe-to-toe with sharps for more than four months. “During the regular season, the sharps are probably over 90 percent of your total (NCAAB) handle,” says Mr. Tallway. It’s no wonder, with all those factors having a say and the wolves at the door each night, that sportsbooks protect themselves against college hoops totals with extremely low limits in the early goings. According to the Westgate Las Vegas Superbook, college totals have a

CANNABIS CORNER

hat are trichomes? Those are the sticky little crystals that cover the cannabis nuggets. Their function is vital to cannabis. They play a crucial role in its psychoactive effects. Without trichomes, we’d have no reason to consume marijuana. These tiny “hairs” seem to be the most common indication of a healthy and potent plant. While trichomes do not always signal a successful crop, they are essential in developing top-shelf marijuana. Although all growers know trichomes to be important, most do not understand why the cannabis plant produces them in the first place. This is crucial to grasp if you want to achieve those deliciously resinous buds. Biologically, trichomes are used for self-defence. They’re the best natural way that female cannabis plants protect themselves from pests and pathogens. With “aggressive” aromas and tastes from terpenes and other compounds secreted by trichomes, insects tend to stay away from flowers. Trichomes also help coat the buds, defending them from harmful UV rays. By providing shadows, the plant can better control the amount of light it lets into flowers. There are two predominant factors that influence a plant’s yield and general health: genetics and environment. I can’t stress enough how crucial genetics are to start off with. If you want to achieve the best and most trichomes you can, choose genetics that are known to produce an abundance of them. LIGHTING - This will be the most important environmental factor to consider regarding trichome development. Light exposure has a heavy influence on a plant’s trichome yield.

TRICHOMES

Cannabis tends to develop more resin when grown in equatorial regions. These are areas with high exposure to UV rays. As mentioned above, cannabis uses trichomes to protect the buds from too much light. By exposing the plant to UV-B light for 2-3 weeks, you’ll be able to observe a difference in trichome yield. LEDs might also be an option for upping trichome production. These lamps don’t produce any UV-B light, but some growers believe that with just enough stress, trichome proliferation will still increase. This might be a risky option, but it could work. When exposing your plant to low-impact forms of stress, you should constantly check for signs that they are still healthy. While some stress can be beneficial for boosting trichomes, too much will bring your plants past the point of no return. HARVESTING AT THE RIGHT TIME - For the best yields, it’s crucial that you know how to identify when it’s time to harvest by the colour of the trichomes. This is something you should

limit of $500 until March Madness, when they can go to $1,000 or higher – depending on the game. Oddsmakers also prioritize games, and not just for the ones being played in major conferences. Exposure factors into how much time is spent sharpening the number, so a nationally televised matchup – like that between Kansas and Kentucky in the Champions Classic earlier this month – will get the bulk of the attention due to the appeal it has over another non-conference clash between programs from notable leagues. Games with big teams that are constantly on TV and under the nation’s magnifying glass are a lot easier to handle. Most of the industry deals totals for TV games only for the majority of the season but that starts changing deeper into the season. So, now that you know where the oddsmakers are weakest, you’re probably wondering how to exploit that soft spot. Funny enough, books aren›t shy about telling you. “There’s a lot that goes into it, and a lot of that is coaching styles,” admits Tallway. “You have to know the tempo and the offense they run. It’s the same as other sports. Some coaches like to run up-tempo and others don’t.”

You can find great value in college basketball totals when you have a mismatch in pace of play: a fast team versus a slow team. It is very difficult for oddsmakers to set totals on these games. If you can accurately predict and handicap which team will be able to dictate the pace and tempo, you can often find value with both the side and total in this type of game. One last tip for betting college hoops Over/Unders is to get the number early. As mentioned, the only ones betting NCAAB totals at this time of the season are the wise guys, who quickly hit a weak number hard and force oddsmakers to dramatically adjust those numbers. College basketball totals are for the most part the latest odds on the board, when compared to other sports, often times not showing up until just hours before game time. It’s nothing to see a college basketball Over/ Under quickly move double digits before tipoff. It’s those types of radical line moves that show just how difficult a job coming up with college basketball totals can be for sportsbooks. Unlike football, At least you don’t have to worry about the weather. G’Luck!

BY PATTE PURCELL start doing in the last couple weeks of the flowering stage. Since trichomes cannot be seen by the naked eye, they must be looked at with a magnifying glass or jeweler’s loupe. If the trichomes are still translucent, they are not ready. At this point, they’re still producing cannabinoids, something you don’t want to interrupt. Buds will grow exponentially in the last 2 weeks, so be patient. When trichomes start turning milky white, it’s an indication they’re close. The buds still won’t be ready, but this is the time to be most attentive. Around half of the pistils should’ve darkened to an amber-brown colour by now. The trichomes will transition from a milky white to a cloudy white tonality. Harvesting during this stage will give the most psychedelic/ mental effects, but it will yield less hash than if you wait. It all depends on the grower’s preference. When trichomes finally start to turn amber, there’s no more time to waste. Harvesting during this stage will create more of a body high associated with indica strains. There is a short, yet manageable window to achieve a good mental and physical high combination. When the trichomes still display a cloudy white colour, but are already turning slightly amber, harvesting will result in a nice mix of effects. A good time to chop is when ¼ of the trichomes have turned amber, while the others remain cloudy. OTHER FACTORS YOU SHOULD CONSIDER - Humidity and temperature can also alter the trichome yield of a cannabis plant. With the right combination of these, you can simulate a more stressful environment where the plant believes it should increase trichome production.

In the last 2-3 weeks of flowering (around the same time you should increase UV-B exposure), toggling humidity and temperature will be key. Try decreasing the relative humidity (RH) levels to around 30%. Some very resinous plants grow in the Middle East where the weather is quite dry and arid. Although, this being the case, your temperature should not surpass 80°F. Having higher temperatures won’t affect your trichome yield, but it will ruin their potency. That’s something you definitely don’t want. To verify that temperatures are correct, give your buds a good smell. If you encounter a very pungent aroma, it might be an indication the temperature is too high. This will gradually degrade your trichomes, so be careful. Routine checks are necessary for growers of all experience levels. Always monitor your plants for any nutrient deficiencies. Nutrient uptake will seriously contribute to your frosty buds and the overall health of the plant. Even factors like airflow and proper watering practices are essential concerns for proper trichome development. You’ll have to put in the work if you want a healthy, resinous, and potent plant. It’s not going to be easy, but hopefully this is something you truly love and take pride in doing. Be sure to show your care when harvest season comes along. Take all of the above into consideration when you plant. Just remember, “where there’s a will, there’s a way.” Good luck with your next crop! Patte Purcell - Muze Muzic pattepurcell@yahoo.com 1-702-219-6777

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FREE WILL ASTROLOGY

Week of November 16

ARIES (March 21-April 19): “Many people go fishing all their lives without knowing that it is not fish they are after,” observed Henry David Thoreau. The spirit of Thoreau’s observation is true about every one of us to some extent. From time to time, we all try to satisfy our desires in the wrong location, with the wrong tools, and with the wrong people. But I’m happy to announce that his epigram is less true for you now than it has ever been. In the coming months, you will have an unusually good chance to know exactly what you want, be in the right place at the right time to get it, and still want it after you get it. And it all starts now. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): I predict that during the next ten months, you will generate personal power and good fortune as you ripen your skills at creating interesting forms of intimacy. Get started! Here are some tips to keep in mind. 1. All relationships have problems. Every single one, no exceptions! So you should cultivate relationships that bring you useful and educational problems. 2. Be very clear about the qualities you do and don’t want at the core of your most important alliances. 3. Were there past events that still obstruct you from weaving the kind of togetherness that’s really good for you? Use your imagination to put those events behind you forever. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You may be entertaining an internal dialog that sounds something like this: “I need a clear yes or a definitive no... a tender revelation or a radical revolution... a lesson in love or a cleansing sex marathon -- but I’m not sure which! Should I descend or ascend? Plunge deeper down, all the way to the bottom? Or zip higher up, in a heedless flight into the wide open spaces? Would I be happier in the poignant embrace of an intense commitment or in the wild frontier where none of the old rules can follow me? I can’t decide! I don’t know which part of my mind I should trust!” If you do hear those thoughts in your brain, Gemini, here’s my advice: There’s no rush to decide. What’s healthiest for your soul is to bask in the uncertainty for a while. CANCER (June 21-July 22): According to storyteller Michael Meade, ancient Celtic culture believed that “a person was born through three forces: the coming together of the mother and father, an ancestral spirit’s wish to be reborn, and the involvement of a god or goddess.” Even if you don’t think that’s literally true, the coming weeks will be a favorable time to have fun fantasizing it is. That’s because you’re in a phase when contemplating your origins can invigorate your spiritual health and attract good fortune into your life. So start with the Celtic theory, and go on from there. Which of your ancestors may have sought to live again through you? Which deity might have had a vested interest in you being born? What did you come to this earth to accomplish? Which of your innate potentials have you yet to fully develop, and what can you do to further develop them? LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): I predict that starting today and during the next ten months, you will learn more about treating yourself kindly and making yourself happy than you have in years. You will mostly steer clear of the mindset that regards life as a numbing struggle for mere survival. You will regularly dream up creative ideas about how to have more fun while attending to the mundane tasks in your daily rhythm. Here’s the question I hope you will ask yourself every morning for the next 299 days: “How can I love myself wth devotion and ingenuity?” VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): This may be the most miscellaneous horoscope I’ve ever created for you. That’s apropos, given the fact that you’re a multifaceted quick-change artist these days. Here’s your sweet mess of oracles. 1. If the triumph you seek isn’t humbling, it’s not the right triumph. 2. You may have an odd impulse to reclaim or recoup something that you have not in fact lost. 3. Before transmutation is possible, you must pay a debt. 4. Don’t be held captive by your beliefs. 5. If you’re given a choice between profane and sacred love, choose sacred.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): The next ten months will be an ideal time to revise and revamp your approach to education. To take maximum advantage of the potentials, create a master plan to get the training and knowledge you’ll need to thrive for years to come. At first, it may be a challenge to acknowledge that you have a lot more to learn. The comfortloving part of your nature may be resistant to contemplating the hard work it will require to expand your worldview and enhance your skills. But once you get started, you’ll quickly find the process becoming easier and more pleasurable. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): “Everything that can be invented has been invented.” - Charles H. Duell, Director of the U.S. Patent Office, 1899. “Heavierthan-air flying machines are impossible.” - Lord Kelvin, President, Royal Society, 1895. “All the music that can be written has already been written. We’re just repeating the past.” - 19th-century composer Tschaikovsky. “Video won’t be able to hold on to any market it captures after the first six months. People will soon get tired of staring at a box every night.” filmmaker Darryl F. Zanuck, commenting on television in 1946. I hope I’ve provided enough evidence to convince you to be faithful to your innovative ideas, Scorpio. Don’t let skeptics or conventional thinkers waylay you. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Of all the signs in the zodiac, you Sagittarians are most likely to buy a lottery ticket that has the winning numbers. But you’re also more likely than everyone else to throw the ticket in a drawer and forget about it, or else leave it in your jeans when you do the laundry, rendering the ticket unreadable. Please don’t be like that in the coming weeks. Make sure you do what’s necessary to fully cash in on the good fortune that life will be making available. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): In the game of basketball, if a player is fouled by a member of the opposing team, he is given a “free throw.” While standing 15 feet away, he takes a leisurely shot at the basket without having to deal with any defenders. Studies show that a player is most likely to succeed at this task if he shoots the ball underhanded. Yet virtually no professionals ever do this. Why? Because it doesn’t look cool. Everyone opts to shoot free throws overhand, even though it’s not as effective a technique. Weird! Let’s invoke this as a metaphor for your life in the coming weeks, Capricorn. In my astrological opinion, you’ll be more likely to accomplish good and useful things if you’re willing to look uncool. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): In 1991, Aquarius rock star Axl Rose recorded the song “November Rain” with his band Guns N’ Roses. It had taken him eight years to compose it. Before it was finally ready for prime time, he had to whittle it down from an 18-minute-long epic to a more succint nine-minute ballad. I see the coming weeks as a time when you should strive to complete work on your personal equivalent of Axl’s opus. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Thomas Edison was a prolific inventor whose work led to the creation of electric lights, recorded music, movies, and much more. When he was 49 years old, he met Henry Ford, a younger innovator who was at the beginning of his illustrious career. Ford told Edison about his hopes to develop and manufacture low-cost automobiles, and the older man responded with an emphatic endorsement. Ford later said this was the first time anyone had given him any encouragement. Edison’s approval “was worth worlds” to him. I predict, Pisces, that you will receive comparable inspiration from a mentor or guide or teacher in the next nine months. Be on the lookout for that person. Homework: Is there a belief you know you should live without, but don’t yet have the courage to leave behind? FreeWillAstrology.com ---------------------------------------Rob Brezsny Free Will Astrology freewillastrology@freewillastrology.com

November 16 to November 22, 2017

MIND,BODY & SPIRIT

ALTRUISM

BY BRONWYN ISON

ast week while I was driving my girls to school my youngest shared when she grows up she wants to have a learning center. She wants to help children who may not have the opportunity to go someplace and learn. I know she was inspired by her latest visit to feeding the homeless. There were small children at the shelter who are not getting the opportunity to go to school. My heart goes out to these families. Yet, I loved that my daughter had it in her heart to want to help. November is friendly reminder that it’s the time of year we’re giving to others. Lending a hand, volunteering and charitable donations are generally in abundance. One of the greatest gifts you can share is that of giving back to others. An act of kindness renders positive for both you and the receiver. There is so much to gain when you give back… Make friends: When you lend a helping hand and volunteer it’s a great opportunity to connect with your community and

meet new people. Plus, you are meeting like-minded people who share the same interests as you. It’s a win win. Improve Your Health: Yes, you can improve your health by giving back. Studies have shown helping others can decrease your stress levels, manage chronic pain and physically make you feel better. Improve Your Skills: You can improve and/or hone existing skills. You may also gain new skills that lead to positive opportunities . While all of what I mentioned sounds like all to your gain… think about the others who are benefiting from you too. You have a lot to share and give. If you do not have the financial means you can always share your time. Truly, there is nothing better than giving to those who need a little extra HOPE in their life. How can you make a difference? Do at least one act of altruism this month. I think you’ll LOVE IT! Bronwyn Ison is the owner of Evolve Yoga and www.bronwynison.com 760-564-YOGA (9642)

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SUCH A PAIN IN THE GUT

n appendicitis and a gallbladder attack are common conditions that can cause severe abdominal pain. What’s the difference? Appendicitis usually presents as progressively worsening abdominal pain that will not resolve to come back again at a later date. The incidence of appendicitis occurs in 6% of the population, usually between the ages of 10-30 years old. The appendix is a small, narrow tube with one closed end and the other end opening into a part of your large intestine. This part of your large intestine is called the cecum and is generally located in the right lower region of your abdomen. The opening of the appendix may get blocked by mucus, stool or swelling of its lining. If the blockage does not clear, the area becomes inflamed and infected, developing into an appendicitis. The inflamed appendix may actually burst or perforate causing the infection to spread throughout the abdominal cavity. An appendicitis can be life threatening and requires surgery. Initial symptoms of an appendicitis may present as diffuse, generalized abdominal pain along with loss of appetite. As the condition worsens, the pain becomes more severe and may localize to the right lower quadrant of the abdomen, generally between the front of the right hip bone and the belly button. Fever, nausea and vomiting may also develop. Sometimes the presenting symptoms aren’t that clear and careful observation by your physician is needed. Your physician may order laboratory testing along with radiological imaging to help with the diagnosis. A gallbladder attack is typically caused by gallstones. Gallstones are hardened forms of digestive fluid in your gallbladder. The gallbladder is a small pear shaped organ located on the right side of your abdomen

just below the liver. Most gallstones are formed from cholesterol. Risk factors for developing gallstones are: - being female - age greater than 60 - obesity - poor diet, high in fat, high in cholesterol, low in fiber - family history - diabetes Gallstones may cause no symptoms, but if they get lodged in the duct leading out of the gallbladder, it may cause right sided upper abdominal discomfort to severe pain. If the stone does not get dislodged and gets “stuck”, a severe infection can develop called cholecystitis or possibly an infection of the pancreas (pancreatitis). Treatment for symptomatic gallstones is usually surgery. Small gallstones may pass through the duct and into your small intestine, so it is possible to “pass” a gallstone with a bowel movement, but generally these stones don’t cause symptoms. Dietary changes can help and I encourage modifications such as limiting high fat and high cholesterol foods. Some medications and supplements may dissolve gallstones, but not immediately, it may take several months.

LIFE & CAREER COACH BY SUNNY SIMON

WHY SOFT SKILLS ARE VITAL TO CAREER SUCCESS

hile interviewing a client during a resume writing session, I suggested we talk about his soft skills. Shooting me a quizzical look he said with a smirk, “But I’m an engineer.” I laughed getting the joke. He typically didn’t want to talk about what he considered “touchy-feely” stuff, however, Joel was starting to warm up to the session and surprised me by relating this joke. “How do you tell the extravert engineer from an introverted engineer? The extraverted engineer is looking at your shoes. The introvert is looking at his own.” Okay folks, don’t get excited, I’m not picking on engineers, nor am I writing a column about introverts. My point is, success in business is not solely dependent on technical skills and expertise. In order to be hired and retained by an employer, individuals must cultivate a host of other attributes referred to as soft skills. If you are wondering what exactly is a soft skill, think attitude, communication, leadership and conflict management as a start. For example, one of the best engineers I’ve ever met was a man named Andy. During his career he rose through the ranks to the vice president level due to a combination of both technical and soft skills. Andy knew to fit into a work group, and

be perceived as a leader, he needed more than an master’s degree in engineering. Andy developed an eye for talent and learned how to create winning teams. He became an astute problem solver who could navigate his way through dealing with thorny situations and difficult people. Andy never took himself too seriously, admitted to his mistakes and learned to develop a good sense of humor. The key words here are learned and developed. In fact, my engineer friend once admitted to me that early in his career he would listen to comedy shows and practice telling jokes to his carpool buddies on their way to work. (Wish I’d been in that car pool. They laughed all the way to the office.) The good news is, soft skills can be learned. The objective is behavioral change. Ready to begin? Start by creating a list of the characteristics you need to improve upon. Want to hone your decision making skills? Create some “what if” scenarios and work through them. Arrive at a logical bottom line decision by thoughtful process and some research. All it takes is focus and practice. You can do this! I’ll be waiting for you to use your soft skills on me. Sunny Simon is the owner of Raise the Bar High Life and Career Coaching and the author of the blog www.lifeonthesunnyside.net

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