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The International Swingers

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hen the super group comprised of Clem Burke (Blondie/Eurythmics), Glen Matlock (Sex Pistols/ Rich Kids/Iggy Pop/ The Faces), James Stevenson (Generation X/The Alarm/Gene Loves Jezebel) and Gary Twinn (Supernaut/ Twenty Flight Rockers) got together over wine to form a group and a name, their only thought was to change the word “English” to “International” so as not to exclude American drummer, Clem Burke. They gave no thought whatsoever to the innocent google-er/feature writer searching for news on the newly formed rock contingent and the unsolicited education said writer would be subjected to as she researched. Still, it is befitting of the “warriors of the punk, new wave, glam era who led onslaughts upon the pop charts scoring hit songs despite being infamously banned from the radio.” Each individual member of the International Swingers has secured a place in music history, having influenced the face of rock and roll as we know it today. They come together now, for the sheer love of music and the magic that’s made when they make that music together. We can only hope that the Date Shed stage can bear up under the weight of the greatness that will be displayed on it this weekend. Glen Matlock: Matlock was the original bass player and songwriter for the infamous and ground breaking Sex Pistols, regarded as one of the most influential acts in the history of popular music. Their 1977 single God Save the Queen for which he was responsible, attacked social conformity and deference to the Crown, and precipitated the “last and greatest outbreak of popbased moral pandemonium” according to The Observer, London. The notorious Sid Vicious stood in Matlock’s place for a spell in early ’77 but the band announced its break

up by ’78 with the departure of Johnny Rotten. Vicious died of a heroin overdose in ‘79. In 1996, Rotten, Jones, Cook and Matlock reunited for the Filthy Lucre Tour and other reunion shows from 2002 on. On 24 February 2006, the Sex Pistols— the four original members plus Vicious— were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, but they refused to attend the ceremony, calling the museum “a piss stain” as reported in Rolling Stone Magazine. Glen has worked on a number of other projects including forming The Rich Kids, a new wave power pop band with Steve New and Midge Ure and has also worked with Iggy Pop, the Godfather of Punk as well as rock-a-billy icon Robert Gordon with The Damned. When asked what we can look forward to in an upcoming show, Glen said, “It’s a good fun night. The musicians are at the top of their ability; they’ve reached the top

of their technical prowess. We’ve kind of knit really well as a band. A good band is about the chemistry and having the whole be better than the sum of the parts. We’ve got that. Basically we’re a covers band, but we cover our own songs. I think we’re allowed to do that, you know?” Clem Burke: The New Jersey born drummer was passed up at an audition for Patti Smith in in 1975. Burke went on to prove that Patti’s loss was New York band Blondie’s gain. The bullish beat-smith drove Blondie straight into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and was responsible for the bands ability to play a successful fusion of punk, pop, disco, rap, and rock and roll. His signature style and rhythms are engrained into every facet of rock and roll history. During the 80’s and 90’s, while Blondie was on hiatus, Burke performed with Bob Dylan, the Eurythmics, Iggy Pop, Joan Jett, Wanda Jackson, Nancy Sinatra, The Romantics, Pete Townshend, Dramarama, The Fleshtones, and even had a short gig with the Ramones (to name a few). The BBC announced in July of 2011 that Burke was to receive an honorary doctorate from the University of Gloucestershire in response to his drumming project, an analysis of the physical and psychological effects of drumming. James Stevenson: Stevenson started his career with the London-based punk band Chelsea in 1977, while he was still at school studying for exams. He joined Billy Idol in continue to page 5

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Generation X in 1980 around the time the band’s “Dancing with Myself” single was released. After Generation X, Stevenson played for Kim Wilde, contributing to her first album Kim Wilde and second album Select. He became an MTV sensation for his performances in all Wilde’s early videos including “Kids in America” forever branding the Gibson Les Paul as his trademark. Stevenson also graced the stage with The Cult and The Alarm. In 1985 he was asked to join post-punk band Gene Loves Jezebel performing on

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I have been trying to pin Ming Bob down for an interview since he brought the infamous punk band Guttermouth and Guns and Roses’ Duff McKagan and his band Loaded to the Date Shed, expanding and enhancing my life experience in music forever. I think it was easier getting the interview with Duff than it was to secure this one, but never the less, it is just as rewarding. Ming Bob is busy promoting everyone else but himself. During my communications with his wife Jennifer, she shared with me, “I knew he was meant to do great things. I’ve encouraged him every step of the way. It’s why he now has the nick name ‘Music Monster’ when he is in work mode! The only thing I can really do is be a loving wife, make sure he is fed well (minus the cupcakes of course), be excited for his shows and go to them when I can! He really is in it just for the music and bands. People would be amazed at the amount of hard work he puts in to promoting these shows on his own free time, creating posters and flyers, handing them out all over town personally and hand delivering tickets to customers just to make it easier

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the personality that fronts The International Swingers. Prior to bringing this historic musical synthesis together, Twinn left his own footprints in music history as the front man for the glam punk rock band Supernaut. His song, “I Like it Both Ways” caused huge media hysteria and a radio ban that seemed to only propel the band into even greater popularity breaking down the barriers of a mundane Aussie music scene. I asked him if this new union was going to push the envelope like they did in their early years. He responded in his endearing Aussie accent, “Are you asking if we’re going to show up with pipes and slippers? No! We plan on giving it our all!” Begging his pardon, I rephrased my question and referred to the controversy surrounding I Like it Both Ways and asked if we would be hearing more songs along the lines of those early comfort stripping, boundary pushing, anti-establishment, lyrically poignant collections. “I was really quite naïve in those early days. I never intended or expected the song to provoke the response that it did. I had a band member whom I knew was gay and I was too shy to tell him I knew, so I wrote a song about it. It was a good thing, I guess, we broke down some barriers.... We (The International Swingers) really love playing together and put on a great show. We want the audience to come right up to the foot of the stage and ask questions... shout out requests.” Twinn was excited to hear of the intimate, up-close venue the

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the band’s albums Discover, House of Dolls, Kiss of Life, Heavenly Bodies, VII and The Thornfield Sessions co-writing many songs including the hit single “Jealous”. He also produced Gene Loves Jezebel singer Jay Aston’s solo album Unpopular Songs as well as Beki Bondage’s solo album Cold Turkey, among others. Gary Twinn: I had the pleasure of catching up with Gary after he returned from a run along the beach in Santa Monica. Pressed for time, he graciously gave me a very likeable and unhurried inside look to

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on the fans. He keeps the bands happy and is always making sure everyone has a great time!” So here it is finally ~ the interview to find out what drives this man to work so hard, bringing an incredible amount of music to our valley and helping to establish the Coachella Valley and Date Shed as a “Mecca of Music”: CVW: I know you love music. Why do you love it so much that you’ve chosen to pursue it as a career promoting it? What got you started?

Date Shed provides. According to local musician and live music promoter, Brandon Henderson, “The Date Shed is in for a real treat. When the International Swingers first came to the Coachella Valley in late June of 2012, I was honored and blown away that I had the opportunity to host them and do sound for their set at The Hood Bar in Palm Desert. They are true veterans of rock and roll, and all of them are still very on top of their game. They make young guys like me tell ourselves, ‘I need to fucking practice my instrument(s) way more.’” The International Swingers will be going into the studio in February to record some new originals. And they’ll be scheduling their tour sometime around Blondie’s tour this summer. Check out their website at theinternationalswingers.com and follow them on Facebook. But don’t waste a whole lot of time behind your computer or your smart phone. You have an opportunity to see some founding fathers of whatever rock and roll you’re listening to now. In the words of Pennie Layne, writer for LABest. com, “Catch their live set when they’re in your neck of the woods and you will indeed be a lucky one to witness first hand these living legends throwing down at what they do best and taking no prisoners!” Be sure to get there early, and if you get there early, tell them Lisa from Coachella Valley Weekly said you could have a free “I <3 The International Swingers” pin.

By Lisa Morgan

For the Music

MB: Being born and raised in the Coachella Valley, I got to see and listen to some really great music, as well as some really horrible music. I was also in the band MingTran and that pretty much had me hooked on music. Heck I love it and everything about it. When I was a kid, I only had three tapes: Iron Maiden, Bobby Mcferrin and Led Zeppelin, and a hand-medown Walkman tape player. Ultimately I began checking out all kinds of music through tapes and it had me thinking, ‘I wish these bands could play here.’ I started booking shows in backyards, warehouses, then eventually bars, clubs and even a festival. I booked pretty close to 2500 shows, give or take a few; you start to loose count after a bit. I did it for my friends who played in bands that wanted to perform for their friends. At the time, there weren’t many venues or local media to support the music. I just thrived on booking shows so people could see a great show, leave talking about how much fun they had and how they couldn’t wait until the next one. That is what kept me going. Bands mostly made up of close friends, kept asking me to book shows. Then bands I toured with

contacted me to hook them up. It grew into a huge wave. At one point, I had every bar, club and warehouse wanting me to book shows. I’ve pounded it out for sixteen years. It’s really paved the way to make live music a normal thing in our valley. CVW: How have you developed such amazing connections? MB: Man, it’s hard to explain! I have made many friends in the industry over time while touring, playing and booking shows. By word of mouth alone, it just grew into something huge. Bands, agents and record labels just had my name on a list for being the only promoter booking out here in the desert. There always have been others, but somehow, my name was on the list as the ‘go-to guy.’ CVW: If a band wants to be considered by you to open or perform as a main act, how do they make your list? MB: I’ve always had this motto: ‘If you are in a band and need a show, contact me and I will do my best to get you a show.’ That is pretty much it. I still run by it. But now a days, it seems everyone is in competition continue to page 6

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with one another and some mainly care about making money. You’ve got to earn you stripes in this town. I do what I can when I can. Timing is so very important. I know the waiting to get booked sucks, but it’s a due process. There are bands that have paid their dues. At the end of the day, I wish I could book everyone, but when you work for a venue, there are standards and expectations that have to be met. It always feels like a catch-22. CVW: What are your aspirations for the music scene here in the desert? For Date Shed? MB: My aspirations are to share as many amazing shows with everyone as possible at the Date Shed. I want to build the awareness. For a long time, we never had anything like this music venue, and now we have it in our own backyard. We all need to support it. It is about the music, not about the money. It always has been. Music speaks for its self. CVW: What is your favorite experience so far in doing this? MB: Being able to see people’s faces when they see a show with their favorite artist and watching them sing along to their favorite songs. I love helping a new band get their feet wet on a real stage with real sound. I just love the experience of making a show special for those who attend. CVW: What is the toughest part of this job?

MB: The answer to that question could go on for a while! Seriously, being in demand 24/7 would be one of the many tough things about this job. Not just anyone can do it and have the heart for it. The job is one of the hardest around. People actually think you book a band and plug in a mic or an amp, turn a few knobs and your good ~ like ‘a monkey could do it.’ Trust me it is not easy. There are a multitude of things you need to be prepared for at all times when it comes to a show. Most of all, you’re under constant watch by everyone. Someone will post their comments on social media either saying, ‘The show was awesome’ or ‘Man what a crappy show. I’m never going there again.’ I am never in it for glory. I just know that I do what I can do when the time calls on me to do it. I just hope I do it right and without fault. I am just a man making his way through life like everyone else. I am so thankful to all those who have supported and believed in me over the years. Ming Bob has been doing this for the better part of two decades with no intention of quitting. I have personally witnessed him soaking in the crowd’s response, including my own, as they are influenced forever by the music he brings them. He has accomplished so much more than one article can articulate, not to mention the number of charities that have benefited from his hard work. So the next time you see Ming Bob at a Date Shed show

of an old or new favorite artist, perhaps you can shake his hand and look him in the eye and say, “Thanks for the music Ming.” The artists’ may make the music, but Ming makes the moment.

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Here I sit at my computer pumping out articles as articulately as I can, burning the pages of my thesaurus to paint an inspiring picture of our valley’s ample supply of original musical talent. I had an entire soliloquy written for Pictures of Eden...and then I read their own description on their website, picturesfromeden.com. I was forced to delete my own words deciding that you should meet them as they introduce themselves through their own proverbial pen and verbal paint. Pictures of Eden According to Pictures of Eden: Paul Cotterell (Guitar & Lead Vocals) Born into a Greek family of goose herders, Paul found his skill of singing in the midst of consoling suicidal geese. As word made it through neighboring towns that through his voice he was able to cure the unstable minds of so many depressed animals, his presence was soon sought after by even the most noble of local farmers, including a local goat hypnotist (Eduardo) who taught Paul the art of song writing. The two spent countless hours writing such famous tunes as “Where is My Goat” and “Goats Never Leave” but it was merely a stepping stone into Paul’s musical career. Today, armed with a guitar and a rubber glove, Paul is chasing his musical career to the limit. Tom Collins (Lead Guitar) - Tom was born the son of a Chinese Acrobat who was well travelled; it must be where he acquired his talents. Tom’s first guitar was made from a splintered wagon wheel with wound horse mane (it was difficult to tune). He finally ended up with a cigar box guitar made by some Amish guy. Though his equipment has improved through the years, he’ll never forget that cigar box. Tom has played in various bands in various places, like his house and/or the neighbor’s driveway.

Dennis Gallagher (Bass Guitar & Background Vocals) - Dennis is the grandson of a Russian migrant farm worker who, after escaping the motherland during the Bolshevik Revolution, settled in the rural mountains of Mexico, far from the chaos in Juarez. His blond hair and blue eyes kept him from being fully accepted by the brown-skinned natives, although he once traded a sack of avocados for a sombrero and a machaca burrito. His first bass was a rotating clothesline which he found difficult to play on windy days. He has spent many hours playing for birds, insects and fourlegged mammals while hanging out in the woods. His is currently experimenting with harmony, melody, and rhythm all at the same time. Pictures From Eden According to Lisa

Morgan: This band is a beautiful collection of rather serious and inspired musicians despite their surface levity and obvious refusal to take themselves too seriously. Their “demo” which, in front man Paul Cotterell’s opinion, falls short in production quality from his perfectionist point of view is a very clean, well-produced and enjoyable collection of original music to this music fanatic’s ear. Paul’s vocals are reflective of the songwriting style projecting an honesty and emotion with a very 90’s alternative rock edge, a wonderful thing in my opinion. Tom Collins’ guitar drives and soars or cries and sings in the background framing each song as it demands. He has the touch of an extremely tenured player, never overplaying and always smooth. Dennis Gallagher, a guy

I know and love as my good friend, provides the steady bass reflective of his personality: dependable, positive and attentive to the music as a whole, conscientious and never self-promoting. He plays cohesively with drummer Justin Harvey creating a tasteful yet powerful rhythm section. The collective work of this band is reminiscent of the music that we 30 to 40 “somethings” (ok, maybe 40-ish “somethings”) grew up hearing in the glam rock era with a softer touch, less screaming, way better hair, and an alternative, contemporary edge. Overall, Pictures from Eden is a refreshingly intelligent coalition. I think they are going to be the perfect opening band for The International Swingers this Saturday, February 8th, at 8pm via the Date Shed in Indio. I also think that they will soon be requiring their own opening act. You can also see them at The Hood Bar in Palm Desert, Saturday night, February 16th along with Spankshaft. Lyrically poetic, the songs all carry a strong, positive perspective even when they represent pain. Paul summed up the objective of their music for me: “We have an opportunity as musicians to help a lot of people. I think music is therapy. I think people are better off with good music than a therapist sometimes. The things in my life that were transformed were usually through music. As musicians we have a responsibility, and we don’t seem to get that impact as much anymore through lyrics. I enjoy writing from a sense that I can identify with other peoples hardships because I’ve been through hard times and it’s nice to know that you can give back through music that way.” Follow them on Facebook or check out the website I stole their bio information from at picturesfromeden.com.

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s the geographical center of the Coachella Valley, the City of Palm Desert has taken those coordinates to heart and created an axis for education, retail and entertainment enhanced with a sense of art and culture. The year-round population of 48,500 residents is a community made up of retirees and families. Palm Desert does not elect a mayor but rotates a council member into the position yearly. “We are a diverse city with a strong cultural component,” said Mayor Jan Harnik. “Part of the personae of the community is the art. It reflects our quality of life. Art speaks to people of every age.” In 1986 Palm Desert drafted a public art ordinance. For 27 years, Art in Public Places has incorporated art into the fabric of the community. Amazing sculpture, colorful mosaics and original art pieces can be found in the city’s parks, street medians, shopping centers, golf courses and housing developments. There are 150 works of art in the collection. According to Deborah Schwartz, Art in Public Places’ Public Art Coordinator, there are approximately 55 works of art in the city’s permanent collection and an additional 18 sculptures on loan. Through the El Paseo Invitational Exhibition those on loan are changed every two years and new pieces of art fill the space creating a fresh new look. The way the ordinance works, residential or commercial developments with a budget over $100,000 are charged an Art in Public Places’ fee, which is a fraction of a percent of the overall budget. City projects require one percent of the budget for artwork. Once the art is selected, approved, commissioned and placed in its location, the money is

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for management and effectiveness ultimately improving chamber success and performance. Nationally recognized businesses are making Palm Desert home. A Mastro’s Steakhouse just opened on El Paseo. This year Wolfgang Puck will open a restaurant on El Paseo as well. Whole Foods and Nordstrom’s Rack are in the review process with the city and will occupy the former Best Buy and World Market space. The city is working with two high-end hotels that have shown serious interest in building in Palm Desert. One site is a two and a half acre parcel on Larkspur adjacent to El Paseo and the other is a 17-acre site in the Desert Willows Golf Resort. Palm Desert has 35 golf courses and 15,220 hotel rooms. Great entertainment in Palm Desert includes the Living Desert Zoo and Botanical Gardens, The McCallum Theater for the Performing Arts and Cinemas Palme D’Or. The City of Palm Desert celebrates an outdoor lifestyle with concerts in the park, a system of hiking trails, dog parks and new aquatic center to name a few. Twenty thousand people attend the annual Golf Cart parade. The first Friday of every month there is the new Cruise El Paseo. The event had 300 pristine classic cars that toured El Paseo. Fashion Week is an event growing in size and popularity. The eighth annual will be held March 15 -23 and will showcase new collections of top designers. Important state educational institutions College of the Desert, California State University, San Bernardino and University of California, Riverside are all located in Palm Desert. UCR recently received a medical

school accreditation. New facilities will be built on the 20-acre site. CSUSB has 200 acres for future expansion. The Palm Desert Library reopened last week after a $3.8 million renovation. The facility doubled their available computers and the system can now accommodate the technology needs of residents and students. According to Martine Alvarez, Director of Economic Development, Palm Desert has maintained a balanced budget and has made and continues to make adjustments to maintain the quality of life. With redevelopment funds they built drainage systems, parks, bridges and improved infrastructure. The loss of redevelopment funds has created challenges for all CV cities. “It’s critical to find the right matches for our community. We continue to work hard to support our businesses and do everything we can with the resources we have,” said Alvarez. This year the City of Palm Desert will turn 40. Incorporated in 1973, they will hold off on a big celebration until they turn 50. As the valley’s center, Palm Desert celebrates its growing education facilities, fine dining, shopping and the quality entertainment it provides to residents, visitors and neighbors.

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he most romantic resort in the desert, Miramonte Resort & Spa is celebrating Valentine’s Day the entire month of February with “28 Days of Love.” Love is not only in the air, but in the restaurant, the spa, the lounge, and throughout the intimate Mediterranean resort. The first event of the month is a revitalizing Spa Party at the award-winning spa, THE WELL. On Thursday February 7th from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. attendees will experience a sensorial journey of up to six mini-spa treatments featuring Germaine de Capuccini products. The event includes appetizers and a beverage for $50. Great for couples or friends. The next notable rendezvous involves learning a little “fork-play” on February 9th from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. with Diane Brown Savahge, author of “The Seduction Cookbook.” Ms. Brown teaches a cooking class that explains how to use food to create an all-important sense of romantic anticipation. The hands-on demonstration provides recipes, food sampling and a glass of wine for $25 per person or $45 per

couple. Participants depart with a copy of “The Seduction Cookbook,” and receive a 10 percent discount to enjoy Miramonte’s Amoré dinner. The “Amoré Menu” created by Executive Chef Robert Nyerick is laden with aphrodisiac qualities; giving couples the opportunity to ignite flames of passion. Crafted to entice the taste buds and excite the senses, this menu features Lobster and Shrimp Ravioli with Basil Cream, Duet of Panko Seared Sea Bass and Grilled Filet of Beef with roasted baby Root Vegetables followed by Chocolate Decadence. The “Amoré Menu” is available February 8 through the 17th for $55 per person. Reservations are recommended. Prior to dinner, or just to cast spells over one another, the Vineyard Lounge offers “Love Potions” such as The Chocolate Kiss, Queen of Hearts, Rose Water Martini, and Adam & Eve cocktails. Jazz enthusiasts will find Grooves on the Green – produced in partnership by Miramonte and the beautiful Indian Wells Golf Resort (across the highway from the resort) – a perfect setting for romance. The evening under the stars is on Saturday,

February 16th starting at 7:30 p.m. featuring world-class musicians Steve Oliver, Paul Jackson, Jr., Phil Perry and Brian Simpson. Ticket prices vary and can be purchased at www.GroovesOnTheGreen.com or by calling (760) 834-3812. Make it a Valentine’s Day “staycation” to remember by booking overnight accommodations at Miramonte that include VIP tickets to Grooves on the Green. Always a romantic gift or experience, treatments at THE WELL Spa give couples the opportunity to connect and relax together. The exclusive “Pittura Festa” Painting Party treatment begins in a private outdoor cabana with a palette of therapeutic and colorful muds and brushes that couples use to paint one another. In addition to being sexy and fun, the nourishing muds detoxify

the body and help soothe the muscles and joints. After rinsing off in the Swiss shower, couples enjoy simultaneous 60-minute Maestro massages. The “Pittura Festa” is $350 per couple. Exclusively in February 2013 at THE WELL Spa, the Sweetheart Package is an excellent value for couples. Start with a 45-minute side-by-side massage with patchouli and rose Lover’s Blend oil, followed by a 15-minute couple’s soak with champagne and take home a Cupid-approved Kama Sutra romance kit for only $225 per couple. For those in need of a little “Couples Therapy,” THE WELL Spa has the perfect remedy. The treatment begins with a 25-minute, hands-on customized massage instructional by one of our therapists teaching couples basic massage movements that can be performed on each other. Afterward the couple stays together for a 60-minute Couples’ Maestro massage for $325 per couple. To make a reservation for any of Miramonte Resort & Spa’s “28 Days of Love” specials, call (800) 237-2926 or book online at www.miramonteresort.com.

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hen it comes to Valentine’s Day Weekend, Spotlight 29 Casino has you covered with delicious dining and the smooth, romantic sounds of R&B singer, Keith Sweat on February 14th, plus the rocking sounds of Loverboy on February 16th! Begin your evening with a romantic, 4-course Valentine’s Day dinner for two at JEM Steakhouse! For just $125 per couple, you and your sweetheart will be swept away by a gourmet dinner prepared to perfection, and accompanied by a bottle of Champagne. Start with your choice of Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail, Crab Cakes or Fanny Bay Oysters. Soup or salad includes Lobster Bisque, Spinach Salad, Romaine Caesar and Heirloom Caprese Salad. And for the main course, choose a Filet and Lobster Tail, Filet Oscar Style, USDA Choice New York Strip, Half Rotisserie Chicken, or a Blackened Wild Salmon or Halibut and Garlic Shrimp. Top off the meal with one of the delicious dessert selections – Triple Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, NY Style Homemade Cheesecake with Berries or Strawberry Cheesecake. Reservations for this special February 14th event are recommended and can be

made by calling 760-775-2880. Looking for something a little more lowkey? Try Cafe Capitata! For just $20.95, from 5pm to 10pm on February 14th, you can dine on a fantastic array of Soups, Salads, Seafood, Entrees, and Dessert! Cafe Capitata’s special Valentine’s Day menu also includes a Seafood Extravaganza with Shrimp Cocktail, assorted Sushi and other fresh fare from the sea. Land-lovers will appreciate a bountiful Carving Station offering succulent Prime Rib, Roasted Turkey and Pork Loin. Other entrees include Chicken Breast Parmigiana, Slow-roasted Short Ribs, and pasta accompanied by a delicious variety of potato and vegetable dishes. When you’re finished with dinner, spoil yourself with a spectacular array of Cakes, Pies, Sugar-free treats, and even Chocolate-dipped Strawberries! Then at 8pm, join us in the Showroom for a romantic Valentine’s Day performance by R&B star Keith Sweat. This American singer-songwriter has been a Billboard chart-topper for decades. He is best known for hits like “Get Up On It”, “I Want Her”, and other singles like “Twisted” and “Nobody.” Tickets start at just $35 and are available at the box office, or through the casino website: www.Spotlight29.com.

February 7 to February 13, 2013

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Dale Gribow On The Law

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ART 5: ENTERING A PLEA ON A DUI There’s an old saying in the legal world: “. . .You win your case before the prosecutor, not the judge. . .” What does this mean to you? The prosecutor in your DUI case must determine whether they feel they have a strong or a weak case. Prosecutors may be reluctant to take a case to trial that they don’t believe they can win. If your DUI lawyer is able to present a strong defense to the prosecutor, you have a higher likelihood of settling your case and avoiding trial. Why Is This A Good Thing? Settling means the prosecution doesn’t get 100% of what it wants. It may mean reduced fines, a reduced charge from DUI to a “wet reckless”, community service instead of jail, an ankle monitor or Home Arrest, or maybe less time for your license to be suspended.

FIRST TIME DUI PLEA:

If the DMV in San Bernardino rules against you at the DMV hearing, which is normally the case, they suspend your driver’s license. On a first offense DUI you can apply for a restricted license from DMV after 30 days of suspension. After you enter a court plea on a 1st Offense DUI, the Superior Court sends a Notice to DMV in Sacramento of your PLEA. The DMV in Sacramento, if it does not fall through the cracks, will then send you ANOTHER SUSPENSION using the conviction date. They are considered 2 separate matters. Thus, depending on the timing of the plea, you could face 2 different suspension periods for the same DUI. However, after the court plea, you can go to DMV, (if you have already done everything DMV required for the DMV suspension), and the DMV will re-issue a license without a new suspension period. You do ONE 30 day suspension. The San Bernardino DMV will suspend your license for 120 days, but after 30 days of no license you can apply for a restricted license to drive to and from work and a DUI program. After you enter a plea, the Court will send Sacramento notice and they, under another code section, will SUSPEND your license. However, if you are enrolled in a DUI class you would just pay a fine to DMV to renew your license, show proof of insurance and file the SR-22 showing you have auto insurance. They will send you back your license. The Sacramento notice that comes after a plea/conviction extends the restriction time on your license so that it is 6 months

from the date of the plea/conviction. The 6 months runs concurrent with any time so that you do not add it on but rather extend the time period. However, there is only ONE 30 Day suspension and once you go to DMV and pay the re-issuance fee and show the necessary papers they should grant you a restricted license. 1st Time DUI Plea With Blood Alcohol In Excess of .15: If there is a court plea, along with the high BAC enhancement, the defendant is REQUIRED, pursuant to California Vehicle Code section 23538(b)(2) and Health and Safety Code section 11837(c)(2), to attend the extended 9 month 1st Offender DUI program (9 months/60 hrs.). The defendant can get a restricted license once enrolled in the DUI classes and the restriction will be for 10 months. Pursuant to California law DMV is NOT allowed to give you back your license unless you complete the enhanced class (for being over a .15). A .20 requires a longer 9-month class for DMV. The DMV will not tell you which class you have to take. Even if the Court does not order the 9-month class, DMV will require it to get your license back. Having said that I

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The ABC’s Of A DUI In The Indio Court

recently called the DMV Mandatory Action Unit, and was advised they look at the court form for the length of class. Lawyers joke that if you ask 3 different DMV employees the same question, you will get 3 different answers. That is why we suggest the 9-month class if you fall into this category.

2nd Time DUI:

On a 2nd time DUI (after July 1, 2010) your driver’s license is suspended for 2 years. However, after you have enrolled in the SB 38 classes it becomes a 1 year suspension. However, 90 days after your court conviction you may be able to hire an appellate attorney to file a Writ which will usually run $3,500 to $6,000, depending on the fight they encounter from DMV. The DMV does oppose these, but the law is poorly written so that they will often fold after awhile. Thus, you may be able to get an interlock on your car rather than not driving for 1 year. Of course, you have to pay the appropriate fees and show proof of SB 38 DUI classes and proof of insurance. With a Habitual DUI driver, DMV will possibly suspend the license for 5 years.

But I Did Not Get A Notice of

The California Supreme Court has ruled that people are not stupid and should know when their license is VALID. Thus California does not have to give Notice of the suspension of your driver’s license. Every state is different relative to Notice requirements. In many states they do NOT have to notify the driver that their license is suspended. After a DMV FINDING from a FIRST Time DUI hearing OR a 1st time COURT CONVICTION, the DMV suspends the DRIVER’S license for 4 months and after 30 days the driver can get a restricted license to drive if the driver can show proof of enrollment in the 1st offenders DUI’s classes, files an SR-22 and pays a reissuance fee. After a license suspension for an out-ofstate licensed DUI driver, only the driver can Request a Termination of Action from DMV to request a SET ASIDE. It is not automatic and the lawyer can no longer request it, but can represent you. DMV believes if they send the paperwork to the Driver’s out-ofstate address they know the driver will get the mail in another state and not at their local lawyers office. The basis for requesting this action is that the driver lives in another state and cannot take the DUI classes in California. With respect to notification, neither the California’s court nor DMV will contact the out-of-state DMV. Instead the California DMV (not the Court) will enter the California DUI conviction/finding into the NCIC system/ California Driver’s Record and it is up to the other state to look it up i.e., PULL IT off the record. The California DMV PULLS information on a regular basis but some states do not, though legally they are supposed to do so. That is how they get their tax dollars.

February 7 to February 13, 2013

The Ever Changing Faces of Retail

he face of retail is constantly changing. Remember MCI, Blockbuster, Borders, Circuit City and PanAm? With each, they were dominant in their field yet failed. Looking at the current retailing landscape, there are some companies thriving, others failing and others scaling back. Amazon is one of the clear winners with their success coming at the expense of many businesses that employ a lot of people such as Best Buy and Barnes & Noble. Verizon, AT&T and Apple are technologyheavy businesses experiencing strong growth at the expense of smaller cellular companies and phone manufacturers. Among traditional retailers, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Whole Foods, 7-11, Dollar Tree, Dollar General, Big Lots, Chick-fil-A and 5 Guys Burger are all growing rapidly despite a less than robust economic recovery. Each of these successful businesses have found ways to stay ahead of consumer trends. Each deliver products and services at prices desired by the shoppers they

desire. A number of other companies are expected to fail or be acquired in 2013. Leading the pack is American Airlines. While management states that they will emerge from bankruptcy as a stronger and more nimble airline, most analysts believe that US Airways will be successful in acquiring them. One of the most amazing failures has been Research in Motion (RIM). They are rolling out Blackberry 10 in hopes of countering the breathtaking defection of business users to Apple or Android phones. Most likely, the new smartphones are too little, too late as RIM’s market share has fallen from 44% to 10% over the last five years. Expectations are for an acquisition of the brand by Microsoft, HTC or Amazon. Another casualty in the cell phone wars is MetroPCS. They are finding it increasingly difficult to compete against Verizon and AT&T. With T-Mobile and Sprint also in need for more subscribers, expect one of them to acquire MetroPCS this year.

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Remember, ‘Ding, dong, Avon calling’? Troubled by falling sales, an investigation into violations of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, SEC reporting violations and numerous operational problems, it is expected that the brand will either fail or be acquired this year. With 0.2% of the auto market, Suzuki is poised to go the way of Saab and Daewoo. Plagued by low consumer quality numbers, the company is trying to bait buyers into their showrooms with 72 month 0% financing. It is not working. While those are a few of the companies facing the most dire of futures, there are many others scaling back significantly due to more nimble competition and changing consumer buying trends. JC Penney anticipates closing nearly 35% of their stores due to years of under investment in their stores, poor locations and an unsuccessful move from a deep discount shop to an everyday low price retailer. Year over year sales are down 37%. Another fading retailer is Sears/KMart.

Like JC Penny, they are plagued by under investment in their business for years along with suboptimal locations and products and pricing that are not competitive with Target, Walmart and online retailers. They will close 20% of their locations in 2013. Barnes & Noble seems to be heading the way of Borders despite the roll-out of the Nook. Up to 30% of their 689 stores may close this year. Best Buy is close on their heels with 25% of their stores slated for closure. Their problem is that many customers inspect products at Best Buy before going online or to discounters like Walmart. The one thing we can all count on is change. Nothing stays the same. Today’s cutting edge technology may be tomorrow’s typewriter. Change creates great opportunities for some and heartburn for others. The challenge is staying ahead of the curve and remaining relevant. This applies to businesses and their employees alike.

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DJ Day Gets Back to His Roots

orn at Desert Hospital in Palm Springs, DJ Day grew up in the Coachella Valley and feels a special bond to the Desert, “I love this place, it’s changed a lot over the years but there’s a vibe about this place that’s unlike anywhere else,”remarks Day. When he heard the scratching on “Rockit” by Herbie Hancock as a kid, DJ Day (Damien Beebe) knew he wanted to learn how to make those sounds. At age 13, Day began to practice on his homemade DJ system which consisted of a little one piece turntable/dual tape deck stereo he got for Christmas, jerry-rigged to some hand me down boom boxes. Eventually in 1995, the aspiring DJ got his first real set of turntable s and a mixer. His background is mostly in classic Hip Hop, funk & soul but Day confesses to playing everything from electronic and house, to 80’s and disco, it just depends on the crowd and the environment he’s in. Some of the traits of his job that have led

to his success are being well rounded with the technical side while demonstrating a wide depth of music knowledge. “My job, at its core, is to help people have a good time, but there’s a lot of ways to go about it beyond just playing Top 40,” remarks Day. During his DJ career, which has now spanned over two decades, Day followed the natural progression of many DJs who go from playing music to producing it. His gracefully transition from being a DJ/ turntablist and musician to beat maker was marked by his 2008 debut album; The Day Before, which was a collection of his previously recorded songs. As if traveling around the world playing music and juggling a personal life wasn’t enough, Day formed an artist co-op with his friend and producer/MC, Thes One, (the Co-Founder of “People Under The Stars.”) The artist collective called Piecelock 70 is how Day released his new album entitled; Land of 1000 Chances, which drops this month. Day spent many stressful hours traveling

to his Los Angeles studios of Pieclock 70, then back to the desert while making his latest album and quips, “Had I known what I was getting into I would have never set foot in the studio.” The recent years of turmoil in Day’s personal life also led to some of the inspiration for Land of 1000 Chances. “The idea for all of this was to go back to my roots and encapsulate the last few years of what was going on in my life,” notes Day. In an effort to avoid over producing and layering his tracks with the cut and paste stuff he had done before, Day kept this album simple and clean. Currently touring Europe, Day is on a 10 date tour to support his new album. When he returns, Day plans to work with Thes One on the management and expansion of the artist collective Piecelock 70 and to continue hosting his weekly party at the renowned Ace Hotel in Palm Springs ever Thursday. If you would like to contact DJ Day you can e-mail him at: day465@gmail.com

or visit his site where you can purchase his new album at http://pl70.net/ landof1000chances. Written by: Craig Michaels Musical Affair Entertainment (760) 619-3276

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ANI DIFRANCO

ome musicians spend years in their studios crafting the perfect albums. Others find their greatest artistic challenges come from live performances. For most of their careers, Brian Wilson, Arthur Lee & Love and the Innocence Mission have been creatures of the studio. While road dogs like Peter Frampton, Phish and the Grateful Dead all honed their chops through relentless touring. Ani DiFranco is definitely a road dog. DiFranco was so eager to perform that she began busking at age nine in her hometown of Buffalo, New York. Just as her parents’ marriage was disintegrating, Ani became an emancipated minor at 15 and officially began her music career. She relocated to New York City and paid her dues playing coffee houses, women’s centers and folk festivals. In 1990, armed with only her guitar and an arsenal of ever-evolving songs, Ani began criss-crossing the country in her Volkswagon bug. Her personal life was as experimental as her post-Punk Folk style. An ardent feminist, she initially identified as bisexual. With her shaved head, tattoos and piercings, she appealed to a wide variety of sub-cultures. Initially, Ani sold homemade cassettes at her gigs. Her first few CDs were also selfreleased. Big record labels began to make serious overtures, but Ani never wanted to be a cog in a giant corporate machine. Instead, she and her mentor, lawyer Scot Fisher, set up her own label, Righteous Babe. Originally it was just the two of them, but it is currently one of the biggest artistdriven labels in the country. Operating out of Ani’s hometown, the facility handles touring, retail, and music publishing. Ani has recorded 18 studio albums. Some (Out Of Range, Dilate, Little Plastic Castle,

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that remind us the effects of Hurricane Katrina are still wreaking havoc in the less lily white areas of New Orleans. (Ani has been living in the Bywater neighborhood since the early 2000s). “Life Boat” links a jazzy melody to an affecting character study of a woman who has spent her life on the streets. For Ani, the boundries between the personal and political are non-existent. Four songs here illustrate this philosophy. On “Two Little Girls,” Ani weaves an intimate tale of old lovers reuniting, just as one is in the throes of addiction. Ani’s words are cutting… “I don’t like your girlfriend I blame her, never seen one of your lovers do you so much harm/I loved you first and you know I would prefer it if she didn’t empty her syringes into your arm.” The angular attack of her guitar is visceral and primal, matching the intensity of her rebuke. Powered by blazing, bludgeoning downstroke guitar riffs, “Shameless” is a brazen declaration of sexual liberation. Conversely, “The Atom” wraps a brilliant anti-nuke diatribe into a spare acoustic reverie. Finally, “Every State Line” examines the inherent prejudice that remains prevalent in the U.S. Ani wrote the song over 20 years ago, documenting her experiences touring alone across the country. Unfortunately, the lyrics remain timeless… “Every policeman comes equipped with extended claws, there are a thousand shades of white and a thousand shades of black/But the same rule always applies, smile pretty and watch your back.”

Ever prolific, Ani offers up a couple of new tunes. “See See See” and “TRW” are both lovely odes to her tranquil lifestyle. She also includes an untitled poem illustrating her fierce feminist views remain undiminished. Other highlights from the show include the devastating one-two punch of unrequited love on “Dilate” and “Untouchable Face.” Juxtaposing those dire scenarios, “Lagtime” celebrates our inate ability to pull ourselves from the abyss by recalibrating and reinventing our lives. “Smiling Underneath” is a sunny charmer. The tune is a playful homage to her version of domestic bliss. Finally, “Reckoning” is a pensive and philosophical missive to lost loves. The album closes with a raucous version of “Which Side Are You On.” Ani is joined by her opening act, Pearl And The Beard. The tune was originally written by Folk icon Pete Seeger. Ani has retrofit the lyrics to reflect more contemporary issues. The melody has been transformed from a ‘50s folk singa-long to a rabble-rousing, New Orleans’ styled second-line jam. Throughout the proceedings, Ani exhibits a casual, easy-going rapport with her audience, offering up amusing anecdotes and caustic asides. Even after 20 + years on the road, she still has the power to beguile us with her enthusiasm and intensity. Ani DiFranco remains a singular performer. More Riot Grrrl than delicate Folk flower. You owe it to yourself to discover her music. What are you waiting for?

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Sal Frisaura

rummer, vocalist and rhythm guitarist, Sal Frisaura along with saxophonist Al Lopez and pianist Gil Quesada, are the band members performing with vocalist and very entertaining front man, Johnny Meza with guest appearance by vocalist Lola Rossi every Wednesday from 6 until 10 p.m. at Wally’s Desert Turtle, 71-775 Highway 111 in Rancho Mirage. On Wednesday, February 13, a romantic Valentine’s Gala with a prix fixe dinner and dancing is being presented. For reservations call (760) 568-9321. Every Thursday, Frisaura performs with vocalist Mike Costley and guitarist John Pagels at Three-Sixty North, 360 North Palm Canyon Drive in Palm Springs. (760) 3271773. Every Friday and Saturday, he performs from 8 p.m. until midnight in Shanghai Red’s at the Fisherman’s Market in La Quinta with PS Blues. Band members include vocalist and bassist Gil Hansen, guitarist and vocalist Devon Dean, vocalist and keyboardist Tony Patler with Ronnie Felix alternating with

Frisaura. (760) 777-1601. Born and raised in the Bronx, New York with his younger sister, Sal Frisaura was exposed to various types of music at an early age. His father played accordion, banjo and mandolin but didn’t play professionally. However, his two uncles were professional musicians. “I started playing drums when I was ten years old on a snare drum my Uncle Frankie gave me,” said Frisaura. “I continued playing in the High School Marching Band and had the opportunity to play in several parades, marching down 42nd Street.” His Uncle Jimmy Frisaura played the trumpet and valve trombone, was the section leader and the road manager for the Tito Puente Orchestra for sixty years. He recorded many albums with Puente and appeared in several movies including the “Mambo Kings”. His Uncle Frankie Ford sang, played the trumpet, saxophone and drums. He was also part of the comedy duo, Ford and Allen, who appeared on the Ed Sullivan Show four times. “During the holidays, our families would get together

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and we would all play music, it was great.” His sister Lorraine sang and played guitar for the band “Heaven” in the late 70s and 80s. Her 1976 album “Be Happy For Me” featured top musicians Randy Brecker, Will Lee, Steve Kahn, James Mtume and Don Grolnick. “One of my first gigs was at the Metropol Cafe in New York City when I was seventeen years old. We played for the go-go dancers. I met Gene Krupa during that time.” Krupa was in the Big Band performing for the cafe’s regular patrons. He would often come to sit and listen to Frisaura play drums. “I finally introduced myself to him and he told me his name. He was a really nice guy and said he liked my drumming. When I went home that night, I asked my father if he knew a guy named Gene Krupa. He said, ‘Gene Krupa! You don’t know who that is? That’s the famous drummer!’ We became close friends and he would show me how to play rolls on the drums.” He worked at The Night Owl Cafe in Greenwich Village where he would alternate with groups “The Lovin’ Spoonful” and The “Blue Magoo’s” Later both groups would record on the Mercury and Kama Sutra Record labels and have top 40 hits on the radio. In 1967, Frisaura was drafted and served four years in the Air Force as a Loadmaster for C-141 aircraft. In 1972, he received a call from his Uncle Frankie Ford to come to Palm Springs and

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Reveling/Reckoning and Knuckle Down ) are magnificent. Some are great and some are subpar. She is definitely at her peak during live performances. Ani has released two sublime live recordings, Living In Clip in 1997 and So Much Shouting, So Much Laughing in 2002. Also, to honor her most passionate followers, Ani has quietly been releasing a series of “official bootlegs” through her website.( Sometimes solo or in various band configurations.) Her newest is a very special solo effort recorded at Babeville. Babeville was originally a 19th century United Methodist Church in the heart of downtown Buffalo. It was slated for the wrecking ball until Ani and Scot Fisher intervened. Not only was the church designated a historical landmark, but Righteous Babe bought it in 1999 and completed restoration in 2006. It is now a performance space that also houses Righteous Babe headquarters. The roar of the crowd greets the listener on the opening cut, prompting Ani to exclaim, “I love you already!” She immediately kicks into “Little Plastic Castle,” the title track from her 1998 album. Both exuberant and observational, it offers up this little known nugget… “They say goldfish have no memories, I guess their lives are much like mine, and the little plastic castle is a surprise everytime/And it’s hard to say if they’re happy, but they don’t seem much to mind.” A nice metaphor for the myopic times we live in. Ani’s personal life has mellowed considerably after a number of tumultuous years. Happily settled with recording engineer Mike Napolitano and their daughter, they are expecting a second child in 2013. Her newfound stability is reflected on her last studio effort, Which Side Are You On. Several tracks are represented here. “Unworry” is a beautifully nuanced tune. Marrying filigreed, cascading guitar chords with layered introspective lyrics that chart Ani’s course from impatient enfant terrible to a serene earth mother striving for balance… “I have enjoyed my life, it’s been exciting/And I’ve become more peaceful, no more fighting.” “Promiscuity” is sprightly and Latin flavored. Here Ani observes that traditional values don’t always apply… “How you gonna know what you need, what you like/ Til you been around the block on your bike..” Both “J” and “Lifeboat” address global concerns. On the former, the melody is so infectious that it nearly camouflages lyrics

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play at the International Resorts Hotel. Frisaura stayed a short time and later moved to Las Vegas to perform with Freddie Bell in his show band at the Aladdin Hotel and Casino. “Those were the years of the show bands. We worked for an agency all over the United States. I played in that band for about five years and then shortly for Lee Greenwood, before he became famous.” In 1981, his Uncle Frankie, who was now the entertainment director for the Canyon Hotel, called him and requested he return to Palm Springs to perform in his band. Frisaura has been living, working and performing in Palm Springs since then. As a matter of fact, saxophonist Pat Rizzo performed in the Tito Puente Orchestra and knew his Uncle Jimmy and when Rizzo moved to Palm Springs, he met up with Frisaura and they have been friends ever since. On a personal note, I met Sal when I first moved to Palm Springs and was working at the House of Fabrics as a sewing machine department manager. He purchased a sewing machine from me. I later found out he was a musician in town. A most impressive moment in my memory, is when my husband and I were performing compositions from our CD on the Main Stage during the Idyllwild Jazz in the Pines. A few hours after we performed, Sal performed with Pat Rizzo’s band followed by the Sea Hawk Modern Jazz Orchestra led by Marshall Hawkins. Due to circumstances beyond control, the drummer for the orchestra was unable to perform. Without knowing any of the orchestrated music, Sal played the drums as if he had rehearsed for months. I heard later he was quite concerned because he hadn’t read drum music in a while, but the thousands of people in the audience, never knew the difference because this talented drummer has a God given talent, we are proud to call him our friend.

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Einstein Gets A Home

he rescue coordinator called to say there was another small dog in jeopardy at the county shelter. I drove up to the shelter and met a small white animal sitting quietly in his kennel. He had two interesting looking protruding teeth that resembled elephant husks. The 2-year-old dog was picked up as a badly matted stray by animal control officers from the city of Coachella. He was listed as a Shih Tzu, but appeared to be a Lhasa Apso mix. I pulled this dog for Loving All Animals, along with another male white terrier. The terrier was adopted two weeks later, an amazing adoption that reunited him happily in a home with his brother dog. However, the road home for Einstein proved to be a long one with a few twists and turns. Einstein had a bout of diarrhea when he

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went to his first foster home, and his foster mom concerned about her carpets called me to retrieve him. Einstein then joined me and my dogs at my home with tile flooring. The dog was afraid of mops and brooms, clues that he may have been abused. Einstein came with a bit of an “attitude”. He would burst out of the house for his morning walk with his head on a swivel, a character looking for trouble. He snarled at the neighbor’s dog. Trainer Sandy Miller easily corrected his conflict with Missy down the street. Sandy implemented a positive reinforcement technique having him sit and get a special treat when encountering the dog. The two dogs got to sniff each other in neutral territory while still on a leash, and surprisingly became buddies in a few minutes. A couple saw his cute adoption poster at Starbucks (he was pictured wearing spectacles and surrounded by textbooks) and wanted to try Einstein in their home. He did well with their children, but he growled at the husband who is an ardent dog lover. Einstein was returned, attended more adoption events, and kept searching for that perfect home. I had to go out of town for four days to attend the No More Homeless Pets conference sponsored by Best Friends. Ken and Carmen Bernotas did some short term dog fostering, and they readily agreed to care for Einstein a brief time. I delivered him to their lovely home, and noted how he circled the perimeter of the house and made himself at home. Expecting the phone to ring with questions or concerns while I was

away, I finally called the Bernotas’s when the conference ended. I could scarcely believe it when Ken told me, “We’re falling in love with Einstein. Is there any chance we could adopt him?” When I went over to complete the adoption paperwork, Einstein appeared happier and more relaxed than I’d ever seen him. He was clearly thriving as an only dog living with a retired couple with lots of time to dote on him. While much of a dog’s temperament may be hereditary or formed from their early experiences, it is also clear that it can be influenced and modified by their current environment - - including the actions of their owner in shaping their behavior.

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Many dogs given up at shelters have never received proper training, and many have never had an owner who showed them love. In addition, the shelter environment may aggravate behavior problems. In most cases, the combination of a loving home and proper training will result in a successful placement. Einstein does not react well to male dogs, but he has adapted quite well in a home as an only dog where he gets all the attention. Carmen describes her experience, “The thing I notice most about having Einstein is that it’s brought Ken and I closer. We have someone to share and another subject to talk about all the time! Except for having to get up early for walks, everything about having him is wonderful.” Ken reports, “We love Einstein! We realize he’s an alpha dog, but we accept him because he’s wonderful in the home with us. He loves to play with his toys and follow us around the house. Having him is a complete joy!” Once a homeless, badly matted stray dog on the streets, Einstein now enjoys a pampered life that includes lounging on their country club patio with his “folks” watching the golfers. Einstein’s new shirt says “I love my Mommy”...and his Dad! Einstein is as SMART as his name implies to get this wonderful home with Ken and Carmen. We love these happy endings! If you are interested in fostering or adopting a rescue dog, call Loving All Animals at (760) 776-9397. You just might have your own happy ending.

THE VINO VOICE

by Rick Riozza

by Janet McAfee

February 7 to February 13, 2013

A Sparkling Bouquet Of Rosés For Valentines W

hat Would St. Valentine Drink? Well—that incurable romantic, I’m thinking, would put together some kind of love potion that include the likes of roses, kisses, candy, bubbles, passion, and pop! So, voila!! Sparkling rosé wine! The scene is set: The glowing copperpink rosé effervescently graces the height of your crystal flutes glimmering from nearby candlelight, flowers sprawled across the table, and the intoxicating presence of your lover and your sparkling wine. Whoa!—did we just hear one of Cupid’s arrows whiz by? Champagne and sparkling wine get a lot of press over the holidays and New Years—and, rightly so, but it’s now time to clear off the wine bar, re-stock and redecorate it pretty in pink for the official Day of Romance. Just the word Champagne evokes beautiful wine imagery that includes the launching of ships, the toasting to newborns, emotional memories, and celebrating like its 1999. Make it a rosé sparkler and not only is love in the air—it’s in the bubbly and beating warm through our hearts. And what wine lover doesn’t readily admit that a Rosé Champagne or Sparkler in a wine glass or flute is definitely the most alluring vino to behold. The wine’s sexy shades range from warm copper to almost a pale rouge, through a muted salmonorange, to a pearlescent pink. You may even find one robed in Day-Glo pink! One big reason for these hues is the winemaker’s heartfelt decision to allow the white base wine to ferment longer than usual with the red-pigmented grape skins. The traditional match-made-in-heaven Champagne recipe is the liaison of the red Pinot Noir and white Chardonnay. With a blush sparkler, the Pinot Noir grape skins are in the mix a little longer for that desired rosé sunset tinge. Also, let’s mention the ménage a trois going on when the vintner occasionally invites red Pinot Meunier grape into the mélange. Of course the other less romantic method in the wine world is simply to pour a little tasty red wine into a brut (dry) Champagne or sparkler. Now that gets the heart thinking—what stops us from trying that out! For a fun and inexpensive blending experiment drop a dollop or so of a California Syrah or Merlot into a flute of brut Spanish Cava. Watch, taste, and fine

department, I guess you’d be grabbing the NV (non vintage) Krug Brut Rosé Champagne, refulgent with raspberry, black currant, and touches of citrus, baking spices and ginger. Complex with great balance, it carries the great price of around $300. For the rest of us still insisting on pink French bubbly, the best buys for the price would be the Charles Heidsieck’s elegant Brut Rosé Reserve NV at around $75, and, the Brut Rosé Champagne Rose Top NV from Heidsieck Monopole for about $45. Those enjoying love affairs with California Rosé Sparklers have a good thing going. So many tasty and reasonably priced bottles that include: Mumm Napa—Brut Rosé Napa Valley “rich, fresh, and lively with strawberry, cherry, crisp apple and vanilla” $24; NV Domaine Chandon Rosé is making

their best pink in years, “a distinct cherry presence with enough pastry-crust aromas to evoke a cherry turnover. It’s focused and energetic.” $22; NV Roederer Estate Anderson Valley Brut Rosé, “woodsy notes with dark stone minerality that underlines cranberry, tangerine and pear flavors, creamy vanilla notes on the finish” $27; and NV Scharffenberger Mendocino County Brut Rosé “soft and subtle with fresh apple atop creamy strawberry—a proper food bubbly” $23. What lovely wines to speak of—let alone drink! And that’s the heart of the matter! Here’s to love. Cheers! Rick Riozza is the desert’s sommelierabout-town entertaining at private and corporate wine tastings and events. He can be reached at winespectrum@aol.com

tune your own colorful concoction! Sparkling wines from that famous region of France have the exclusive right to call themselves “Champagne”—so too, they get to run with “Rosé Champagne” when they blush it up. But a good rosé sparkler by any other name would taste as tangy. Vineyards and wineries around the globe are now producing various types of rosé sparklers using all kinds of white wine as the base, and, red wine grapes doing the tinting that range from Cabernet Sauvignon to Zinfandel—that would be a “sparkling white Zinfandel” in everyday parlance. And yes, Concord grapes do make a sweet rosé sparkler from out of the Finger Lakes region of New York. The character of the wines varies also, from crisp and austere to rich and luxuriant. Even an uncomplicated rosé still sings sweet notes of fondness as long as there is a balanced acidity. To re-coin a Sarah Lee phrase, “Nobody doesn’t like Rosé Champagne”. Exquisite alone as an apéritif, it can be enjoyed through every course of your Valentine’s dinner as it goes with all types of food and is flavorful enough to stand up splendidly to the illicit foie gras, veal, duck breasts with cherries, and roast garlic chicken atop roasted heart-red beets.

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hile continuing my mission to revisit some of last season’s favorites, I took a special guest to Backstreet Bistro for dinner. We were surprised to see a completely full restaurant on a Monday and were grateful for having made a reservation. I was excited to see that we would be enjoying live entertainment on a Monday as well. My expectations were high and I had arrived with quite an appetite. Fortunately, both were fulfilled. We were seated at the last available table on the patio where we could hear the music but we did not have to speak over it. Beginning with cocktails, we took our time with the dinner menu. Included with the menu is an insert of healthy selections inspired by the “Fit in 42” lifestyle. Incorporating a diet and exercise routine, one can expect positive physical changes in 42 days of participation. Owner, Lavane, has provided entrée selections that taste amazing while not compromising one’s dietary goals. We began with the crab cake appetizer with a “secret sauce” and I wish I knew the secret because it was incredible. The

crab cakes were meaty and the pink sauce with bell peppers was so good, I would buy a jar of it if it were for sale! We followed the crab cakes with a side of sausage and peppers. The dish was perfect for me, mild and savory. Our starters were great but the entrees were simply perfection. We shared a couple selections. From the regular menu, we enjoyed linguini pasta with large shrimp, bay scallops, mussels, clams and fresh salmon in a white wine sauce. There was so much seafood in this dish that I had a great lunch the following afternoon. From the ‘Fit in 42’ menu, we shared the Chicken Bruschetta. A tender chicken breast topped with diced tomatoes, basil and garlic was served beside a mixed green salad with a vinaigrette dressing and black beans. The portions are large and the prices are shockingly affordable, making this one of the best values in the dessert. One might ask, “how could you top such a perfect meal”? The answer is easy. Order the best tiramisu this valley has to offer. It is light and airy yet rich with flavor. We also shared some cappuccino ice cream that had little malted crunchy bites throughout. The

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Movie Reviews with Robin E. Simmons

FUTURE FILMS But it was noticed. His new film is more ambitious. The story is about Dolph Springer (Jack Plotnick) who wakes up and discovers his beloved dog is missing. The rest of the film is the strange journey that unfolds as a desperate Paul tries to find his best friend. His quest radically alters the lives of several bizarre characters as his search spirals into the realm of the truly absurd. Dare to enter Dupieux’s hilarious, hallucinatory cosmos on March 29.

DARK SKIES

Director Scott Stewart delivers a movie about a menacing force that pursues a young suburban family. When Daniel and Lacey Barret (Keri Russell and Josh Hamilton) realize the disturbing events they have experienced are not meaningless coincidences, they take on the unimaginably terrifying deadly force that has targeted them and go to war to solve the mystery and save their souls. From the producer of PARANORMAL ACTIVITY, INSIDIOUS, and SINISTER. February 22.

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Writer Director Quentin Dupieux created a stir with his exceedingly strange, beautifully photographed and existentially nebulous RUBBER (2010) about a discarded tire with a life of its own that was mostly filmed in Joshua Tree. French surrealist Dupieux’s film remains open to any or no interpretation. My guess is that it was the subject of nearly no cocktail party chatter.

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by Heidi Simmons

Going Clear

TANTALIZING BIG SCREEN TEASERS

is locked as PG-13 and rumors persist that star Brad Pitt and director Marc Forster are not on speaking terms. Not only that, the original $125 million project is now said to be inching beyond $200 million. And fans of Brooks’ book are upset that the movie storyline abandons the book’s narrative structure and has been altered to one in which reluctant hero Pitt saves the world. And worst of all, now the movie is only part one of a proposed trilogy! All that being said, I predict this film will be huge and tap into a cross-cultural need to experience a global, geo-political catastrophe that unites us living humans as one family against an identifiable enemy. In my opinion, the trailer suggests an extraordinary film that defines the genre. June 21.

genius? In Native American mythology, the crow is a trickster. I am always hopeful that movies succeed and deliver on the promise of the poster’s premise. Director Verbinski struck comic gold with the brilliantly designed and executed RANGO. Team Disney’s fingers are crossed that he can do it again with Kemosabi and his comic sidekick as the latter recounts how John Reid (Armie Hammer) becomes an unlikely legend of justice. July 3.

JACK THE GIANT KILLER

Story writing guru James Bonnet makes reference to the Grimm Brother’s German folk tale of “Jack and the Beanstalk” as a metaphor for the risk of following your creative instincts to be rewarded beyond your dreams. Whether or not JACK THE GIANT KILLER is embedded with deeper meaning than an opportunity to show off cutting edge, viscerally laced 3D computer generated action on the giant screen remains to be seen. Assuming there is sly wit and unforced contemporary relevance, there is much promise here in director Bryan Singer’s reboot of the ubiquitous fable. Any movie that boasts a cast that includes Stanley Tucci, Ian McShane, Bill Nighy and Ewan McGregor must not be disregarded. The story’s premise is about a war of giants unleashed on earth and young Jack’s daring to save a kingdom, rescue a princess and stop the unstoppable and become a legend himself. IMAX 3D. June 15.

WORLD WAR Z

The epic, apocalyptic trailer attracted a lot of eyes when it was initially posted online by Paramount Pictures. Inspired by Max Brooks’ best-selling zombie novel of the same name, the troubled production has become controversial because its release date has been pushed back, major reshoots have been scheduled, its rating

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LONE RANGER

The first THE LONE RANGER trailer posted on the internet got a lot of attention. There’s no question that producer Jerry Bruckheimer and director Gore Verbinski know how to make movies that are a license to print money. Consider the billions of bucks siphoned off the PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN franchise. The first movie was hugely entertaining but the sequels were massive, mostly incomprehensible, amusement park rides. Sure, they made money, but they were widely ridiculed. And now with the second posted trailer for THE LONE RANGER, another kind of picture emerges. One Disney fan and blogger said: “It looks like an overproduced bomb -- an abysmal mess of CGI and digital doubles.” That’s pretty harsh and he may be correct. I choose to think it’s a sly, witty parody of movie excess itself. All one has to do is take a look at Tonto/Depp’s stuffed crow head ornament. Is it merely a “fascinator” as the British royals like to say? Or is it comic

This could be intense, moving and vicious. There are big expectations and strong early buzz. Kimberly Peirce, who directed BOYS DON’T CRY, is at the helm of this reboot of Stephen King’s horror masterpiece. It appears to be as much about high school angst and alienation as it is about adolescent bullying and revenge. Brian De Palma’s 1976 take on King’s bestselling first novel served it’s purpose with many jolts and a ride on a scary emotional rollercoaster that ended with a much copied final sting. The target audience related big time. This time Chloe Grace Moretz plays the shy girl with telekinetic powers who is still under the thralls of her religious fanatic mother (Julianne Moore). I can’t imagine a better choice for Carrie than Moretz. She has already proven herself with surprisingly adept and edgy performances in KICK ASS and the terrific horror thriller LET ME IN, the superior English remake of the 2008 Swedish LET THE RIGHT ONE IN (Låt Den Rätte Komma In). The release date has been pushed back from the “Spring 2013” promise on the poster. Look for it October 18. RobinESimmons@aol.com

cientology is one of those subjects that fascinates and mystifies. Going Clear: Scientology, Hollywood, & the Prison of Belief (Alfred A. Knopf, 430 pages) by Lawrence Wright is a detailed investigation of the Church of Scientology. It contains juicy celebrity revelations and in many places reads like a psychological thriller. Author Wright takes on the subject with an agenda. He says he was drawn to write the book by the questions many people have about Scientology: What makes the religion so alluring? What do its adherents get out of it? And how can rational-seeming people subscribe to beliefs that others find incomprehensible and absurd? Janet Reitman’s Inside Scientology: The Story of America’s Most Secretive Religion -- which I reviewed upon its release in 2011 -- is also a detailed account of Scientology but her telling is without a specific agenda other than defining Scientology and understanding its complex and bizarre hierarchy. She has no particular bias, judgment or analysis. Both Reitman and Wright are awardwinning journalist and do an excellent job getting into the subject and finding those who are willing to tell their stories from the inside. Wright’s approach is to answer the questions for those of us who are on the outside looking in. He mainly follows exScientologist Paul Haggis’ experience with the organization. Wright also focuses on the two men who made Scientology what

it is today: The odd and brilliant -- perhaps insane -- science-fiction writer L. Ron Hubbard who invented the religion; and his successor, David Miscavige, who has the difficult job of maintaining the “church” after the “death” of Hubbard. Scientology’s odd cosmic theology, if one can call it that as well as its peculiar jargon, is unveiled. Wright documents the organization’s concerted effort to attract celebrities such as Tom Cruise and John Travolta in the hopes that their fame and following will help market the validity of the “church” to their fans. The part I found most fantastically crazy and immensely entertaining is Wright’s reporting of Hubbard’s last days alive and Hubbard’s description of what happens when a member dies. Hubbard himself claimed to have come back to life on two or three occasions. According to Wright, there is an unstated belief that Operating Thetans (OTs - a level a person achieves in Scientology above Clear who can handle things and exist without physical support or assistance. Buddha and Jesus would be considered above Clear but not OTs) do not grow frail or lose their mental faculties. Old age and illness are embarrassing refutations of Scientology’s core beliefs. When a Thetan finds his body dead, the Thetan has to report to a “between-lives” area which for most of them is the planet Mars. There, the Thetan is given a “forgetter implant.” The preClear is then seated before a wheel, which contains pictures. As the wheel turns, the pictures go away from him. The whole effect is to give the impression that the Thetan has no past life. The Thetan is then sent back to Earth to pick up a baby’s body as soon as it is born. The baby takes its first gasp, and a Thetan picks it up. Got all that? It’s crazy. Right? And that’s just about death. Most intriguing is how Going Clear examines what fundamentally makes Scientology a religion. Is it a religion? It certainly makes you question what is religion? Wright does a good job exploring the effects of Scientology’s “religious” beliefs on the lives of its members. In doing so, he helps us look a little closer at our own beliefs -- or lack of -- and those who lead us in our thinking. I’m still not sure I understand why any rational person would join Scientology nor can I comprehend what a member gets out of it. For me it’s still not clear.

February 7 to February 13, 2013

Book Review

Going Clear: Scientology, Hollywood, & the Prison of Belief Lawrence Wright Non-Fiction

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Wine Bar

78015 Main Street #109 La Quinta, CA

Roc’s Firehouse 36891 Cook St # 10 Palm Desert, CA 92211

American

(760) 340-3222 www.rocsfirehouse.com

Tack Room 81800 Avenue 51 Indio, CA 92201

American

(760) 347-9985

www.tackroomtavern.com

Casey’s

42455 Washington Street Palm Desert, CA 92211

(760) 345-6503

www.caseysrestaurant.com

Sullivan’s 73505 El Paseo Palm Desert, CA

Seymon 6pm VILLAGE PUB; PS; 760-323-3265 3sum 9pm WESTIN MISSION HILLS; RM; 760-3285955 Art of Sax 8-11pm WOODY’S BURGER; PS; 760-230-0188 Karaokie Jo 6-10pm

TUE FEBRUARY 12

29 PALMS INN; 29P; 760-367-3505 Rojer & Bobby 6pm ACE HOTEL; PS; 760-325-9900 Ace Karaoke with Kiesha 9pm AZUL; PS; 760-325-5533 Bella da Ball Dinner Revue w/ guest performers 7:30pm (CB) BACKSTREET BISTRO; PD; 760-3466393 Jazz night 7:30-10pm BILLY REED’S; PS; 760-325-1946 DJ Party 6:30pm CASTELLI’S; PD; 760-773-3365 Joe Jaggi 6pm CUNARD’S SANDBAR; LQ; 760-5643660 Johnny Morris 6pm (PB) DESERT SAGE; LQ; 760-564-8744 Steve Denny 5-9pm ESCENA LOUNGE & GRILL; PS; 760992-0002 John Stanley King 5-9pm (JZ) (BL) FIRECLIFF; PD; 760-773-6565 Hal Sweasey 6-10pm FIRESIDE LOUNGE; PS; 760-327-1700 Red’s Rockstar Karaoke JOSHUA TREE SALOON; JT; 760-3662250 Ted Quinn’s Open Mic Reality Show Jam 8pm (VD) LAS CASUELAS TERRAZA; PS; 760325-2794 Palm Springs Sound Company LE PAON; PD; 760-610-5320 Dennis Michaels 6pm (PB) NEIL’S LOUNGE; IND; 760-347-1522 Karaoke 8-1:15am THE NEST; PD; 760-346-2314 Tim Burleson 7:45 (PB) PALM CANYON ROADHOUSE; PS; 760-327-4080 Eclectic Tuesdays. Singer/ songwriter night. All acts welcome.

American

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American

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Restaurant guide

sullivanssteakhouse.com

Babes Bar-B-Que American & Brewhouse

Charli Marrones

(760) 346-8738

(760) 625-1500

71800 Hwy 111, Rancho Mirage

42250 Jackson Street #101 Indio, CA

www.babesbbque.com

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AJ’s on the Green American

Dickie O’Neals

(760) 202-1111

(760) 325-2600

36-200 Date Palm Dr Cathedral City

ajsonthegreen@gmail.com

Western Grill

Western (760) 347-1522 Grill Restaurant & Lounge 80956 Hwy 111 Indio, CA 92201

Lavender Bistro Continental 78073 Calle Barcelona La Quinta, CA 92253

(760) 564-5353 www.lavenderbistro.com

2155 North Palm Canyon Dr Palm Springs, CA 92262

Italian

El Mexicali II 43-430 Monroe St. Indio, CA

Irish

78772 California 111 La Quinta, CA 92253 www.lamppostpizza.com

Crab Pot

70030 California 111 Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

Seafood

(760) 321-7635

www.crabpotranchomirage.com

Mexican

(760) 342-2333

Pacifica

73505 El Paseo # 2500 Palm Desert

Seafood

(760) 674-8666

www.elmexicalicafe2.com

San Miguel

Pizza

Lamppost

(760) 564-4568

www.dickieoneal.com

American

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Mexican

35 320 Date Palm Dr, Cathedral City (760) 328-9402 TAQUERIA SAN MIGUEL 72 450 Ramon Rd Mexican Restaurant Mariscos & Cantina 1000 Palms (760) 343-7340

35 320 Date Palm Dr, Cathedral City

(760) 328-9402

72 450 Ramon Rd, Thousand Palms

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by Curtis Hendricks

February 7 to February 13, 2013

Education

Yes, Your Child Needs A Tutor!

any parents have recently been asking me about tutoring for their child. The most often asked question is: “Does my child need tutoring?” My answer is always: “Yes!” All students can benefit from tutors, not just those students who are low in their grades. In my opinion, students who excel in scholastics need tutors more than students who do not. The average A+ students can quickly become bored with school. Often, teachers unwillingly neglect the students who cruise through class with a high grade because the teacher’s attention is needed by the students who struggle. The A+ students become unchallenged and lose interest in his or her studies. A good tutor helps to keep the student focused and challenged. A good tutor will connect with the student and teach within the student’s style of learning. No two students learn exactly the same way. A good tutor can quickly assess the students and know how to present the material properly. Many

tutors become more of a homework helper rather than a subject tutor. I prefer the single subject tutor. The average tutoring is between 30-40 minutes. Fitting 4-6 subjects in such a small amount of time is not only pointless to the learning process, but also frustrating to both the tutor and the student. Understanding where your child’s weaknesses are will greatly save time and money on finding the right tutor for your child. Once you have your child’s struggling subject known, find a single subject tutor for the weak subject. I have tutored many children and found that once confidence is gained in their worst subject, the student’s other subjects increase as well. Our valley has many resources for you to use. Most resources are already available at your child’s school, some at no extra charge. I highly recommend that you call your child’s school and inquire about their tutoring programs. Other programs existing around our valley include the Academic

Advantage and Sylvan Learning Center, who both have good reputations and guarantee their tutoring. My personal favorite as a mathematics teacher is Mathnasium, located in Palm Desert. With a K-12 tutoring availability, Mathinasium brings fun to math. All of these centers, and tutors for that matter, will have their own type of instructional techniques. When using these centers, make sure their instruction will suit your child, because no one knows your child better than you do. Price is always the hardest to discuss, but never be afraid to haggle. The centers are very set in their price plans, but local tutors have more room to deal with. Expect prices to be a little high. Many tutors charge between $30-$60 per hour depending on subject, preference, and distance. Be careful in you selection and remember to suit your child’s needs. If you are going to hire an inhome tutor, I suggest looking up wyzant. com. They have listings for local tutors, and you can order background checks on them.

The Buzz on the Fizz P icture yourself busting your posterior at a corporate job in national retail chains for 25 years, 12 of which you worked without a single pay raise, dealing with spread sheets and numbers and “corporate crap”, basically not having much fun at all. What do you do? Well if you’re Brian Williamson, you open up Rocket Fizz Soda Pop and Candy Shop, a nostalgic candy shop located in the center of Palm Desert’s Westfield shopping where the atmosphere is consistently cheerful, colorful and “Sweet!” “Sweet!” This is a comment Brian reads consistently on the lips of those walking up to his shop with wide eyed wonder. You can’t miss it. It is an explosion of color and sweet aromas on the mall’s lower level that reach out and hug you, magically drawing you inside. Once there, you’ll find hundreds of items that are sure to bring a rush of the childhood memories of sheer joy, when being in possession of one of these treats was the highlight of your day. Finally, now, you have a larger allowance to shop with! This store, “bright, sunny and shiny” makes Brian Williamson’s days much more fun with the chances of a raise in the near future looking very good.

Have you, like me, been looking all over for a Big Hunk? Believe it or not, my friends, Rocket Fizz has them ~ well the candy bars at least! But like all good things, you have to be quick to grab up these fine products as some of them go quite quickly. One such item is Dad’s Old Fashioned Root Beer. This 75 year old family owned staple of soda pop is made in small batches and is usually sold out within a couple of weeks of its delivery. The same goes for their cinnamon toothpicks, Slo Pokes, Sky Bars, Abba Zabba’s and Nik-L-Nips. My suggestion is to make frequent stops into the store to check out their huge reservoir of flavorful fun. Chances are you will find something new every time you visit. All of

Tutoring is a highly important necessity for any successful student. If pricing is out of your reach, many places, such as the Academic Advantage, can help by finding government programs. Do your research, be active in your child’s learning, and get all the help they need now. By the way, Colleges love tutors on applications.

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these products have a history and a story behind them. Brian and his well versed staff are more than happy to share these stories, but there are also plaques placed throughout providing a great read as you browse the vast inventory. This is the perfect place to find unique and thoughtful Valentine’s Day gifts! According to the franchise website, the Rocket Fizz Soda Pop and Candy Shops, LLC was founded several years ago by Robert (Rob) Powells and Ryan Morgan. The one company owned store known as the original “flagship” store is located in Camarillo, California. All of the other Rocket Fizz Soda Pop and Candy Shops are independently owned and operated and are licensed or franchised locations. As the creators and co-owners of the entire Rocket Fizz system, Rob and Ryan carefully select each Rocket Fizz retail store operator, which should be a good indicator about our local Rocket Fizz owner’s qualifications and character. Owner Brian Williamson says he chose the franchise because he himself enjoyed going into the store. “We have items you can’t get at the big box stores. Everybody grew up with a candy store, whether it

was in the mountains, at the beach or in the desert. We want to bring back the memories of that favorite childhood place.” Brian and his staff have been providing this wonderful experience since they opened their doors November 8, 2012. They had originally planned on opening up the store in downtown Palm Springs. But on August 28th (yes, Brian recalls the exact date) Brian and his sons found themselves having to park on the second level of Macy’s when they visited the mall. When they walked into the mall, his sons asked why it was so busy here in the middle of the summer. Brian’s reply was, “Dude, it is 78 degrees here every day!” With the built in clientele of the mall including employees from other nearby businesses and a fair and friendly deal worked out by the Westfield mall management, Brian was able to launch his Rocket Fizz Soda Pop and Candy Shop with huge initial success. Visit the store at The Westfield Shopping Mall 72840 Highway 111, Suite F196, Palm Desert, CA. You can follow them on Facebook at Rocket Fizz Palm Desert or the general website rocketfizz. com. You can also give them a call at (760) 568-9111.

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here’s a pleasurable stench coming from the Indio area and it’s not the ‘funk’ you’re thinking of. What The Funk (Hip Funk All Stars) is a band that plays funky feeling music with a wide variety of genres including old school and hip-hop. Gabe Perez or Big Boss, as he is called by his band mates, describes their music as, “Live hip-hop funk that’s feel good music. Our goal is to get you off your feet and have a good time. Most of our funk members come from different styles but that doesn’t stop us from experimenting due to our love of music.” WTF includes; Perez (Big Boss) on vocals/ percussion, Steve Zepeda (Stevie Z) on bass/ background vocals, Jaquin Rosales (Jack Rose) on drums/backup vocals, Mondo Rose on vocals/rhythm guitar, Juan Espino (Finggaz) keyboard/background vocals, Israel Andrade (Izroc) lead guitar and Hernan Hernandez (Double H) on percussion/drum program/background vocals. Funk fans have responded positively

to the more unconventional use of the name What The Funk. “People look at me different when I wear a WTF shirt,” declares Big Boss. Stevie Z jokes, “People say to me, “What the fuck?”, so I correct them and tell them it’s, “What The Funk”, get your mind out of the gutter.” Some of their musical impulse is derived from the Sugarhill Gang, Gap Band, Parliament, The Pharcyde, The Ohio Players, Bootsy Collins, the Cancino brothers, Stevie Wonder and Herbie Hancock, Bob Marley & the Wailers, Sublime, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Rage Against the Machine, and Jimi Hendrix. WTF members have showed their skills in a legion of musical groups in the Coachella Valley. Stevie Z has been in the local bands Fuse, Rake Fishin’, Kura, Zinema and the Roads of Rome. Fingazz has performed with Icarus, Heat Wave, and Lo-Cali Grown, while Jack Rose has played in Grupo Safari, Montie Rose & Sons, Mysterio, Evident and The Ashram Housing Project. Double H has performed in The Lodies

and The F13. Big Boss has consistently provided his MC skills in numerous capacities. Izroc has played in Monstro X, Dead Beat Knicks and Evident. WTF’s live show revolves around those attending to get up and dance. Gabe states, “Major emphasis. We love to see the crowd dance and interact with the band. That’s what inspires us to write good dance music.” The song “Fallen Angel” is about the loss of a close friend of Big Boss. Recently, Rosales’ father and band mate passed away bringing new meaning to the song. Big Boss states, “The song was originally written for my best friend Hernan Marquez who was taken from us at an early age and with the recent passing of our band mate and friend Mondo Rose this song has an emotional impact on the band.” “My pops Mondo Rose has been playing in bands from the age of 15. He was a musician who left a legacy in music as well as a family. Ever since I can remember I always saw my pops as a showman when he played,” shared Rosales. WTF are grounded by their kin and the

relationship they have with each other. “We are a family oriented band. As a band, we all get together with our families and have barbecues and other family functions.” In laying out WTF’s future, Big Boss clarifies, “We plan to build a large fan base here in the Coachella Valley and to work with other bands both local and Cali-wide.” When asked about what their legacy will be, Big Boss states, “To be a memorable and fun band.” WTF have definitely accommodated the need for dance music in the Coachella Valley. WTF members are willing to perform in any venue and have no qualms playing on the same bill with other local bands or solo artists. In talking about the current desert music scene, Big Boss admits, “It’s alive, alive! Lots of great talent out there.” WTF are in the process of entering the studio to record their first album. Find out more information on WTF and updates on the album release on Facebook and Reverbnation Listen to: Fallen Angel; Mamacita

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If emergency response personnel and emergency rooms are not saturated enough due to the flu, the winter vomiting bug, or called the “norovirus,” is making its rounds says Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna.” The Los Angeles City Fire Dept as well as other fire department/emergency medical services across the country are increasing ambulance service to deal with flu related calls. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that the norovirus causes about 70,000 hospitalizations and 800 deaths each year. Some of the virus’ common symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and stomach pains. The CDC points out that the norovirus is often referred to as the stomach flu, but it is unrelated to influenza. A new norovirus strain, GII.4, was detected last year in Australia. The strain hit the U.K. and sickened over a million people. “It has now reached the United States and this new strain appears to be taking over. Today, approximately 21 million illnesses are

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attributable to norovirus in the U.S. each year, reports the CDC. The norovirus can also spread quickly in closed places. The intensity of this virus may vary, but one of the most dangerous side effects is dehydration, which can be particularly deadly in the elderly and young children. Infected people should be sure to drink plenty of fluids – avoiding those containing caffeine or alcohol – to reduce this risk. Despite both a lack of vaccine to protect against and drugs to treat a norovirus infection, there are some steps you can take to reduce your chances of catching it: • Most importantly, wash your hands often with soap and warm water; alcoholbased hand sanitizers do not kill this virus. • Clean and disinfect any contaminated surface using a bleach-based cleaner. Even mixing two to 25 tablespoons of bleach in a gallon of water will work. • Wash any soiled laundry items separate from non-soiled items on the highest heat and longest cycle and dry completely.

• Do not prepare food while infected, and by the same token, do not eat food prepared by an infected person. A closing thought... Were reminded daily to exercise responsibility in our lives to prevent injuries/accidents/illness: “Don’t text and drive, don’t drink and drive, be cognizant of second hand smoke etc - all so true and certainly needs to be exercised! Remember - its equally important to

practice good hygiene and take care of ourselves. Nothing can be more uninviting than to be in a store, restaurant, gym (or any public place or work) and watch someone cough, sneeze or hack without taking proper precaution (its an unconscious act that we need to be conscious of!). Why are so many flu viruses in an epidemic? Because we mentally immune ourselves from taking proper precautions against the spread. Be responsible! Cover your mouth, excuse yourself from others, stay home until it passes... “Since influenza can spread airborne up to about six feet away when someone is sick and can also live on hard surfaces for up to two hours, it is YOUR responsibility to be considerate of others DiGiovanna Says.” This is one ‘thing’ you don’t want to meet or introduce to others. Consult your physician for additional information or if you experience “any” flu like symptoms immediately! http://www.cdc.gov/ norovirus/index.html Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna

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ARIES (March 21-April 19): “What we need is more people who specialize in the impossible,” said poet Theodore Roethke. For the foreseeable future, Aries, you could and should be a person like that. I’m not saying that you will forevermore be a connoisseur of amazements and a massager of miracles and a magnet for unexpected beauty. But if you want to, you can play those roles for the next few weeks. How many exotic explorations and unlikely discoveries can you cram into your life between now and March 1? How many unimaginable transformations can you imagine? TAURUS (April 20-May 20): North America’s most powerful and iconic waterfall is Niagara Falls, which straddles the border between the U.S. and Canada. In 1969, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers managed to shut down the American side of this elemental surge for a few months. They performed their monumental magic by building a dam made with 27,800 tons of rocks. Their purpose was to do research and maintenance on the stony foundation that lies beneath the water. I’m thinking that you Tauruses could accomplish a metaphorical version of that feat in the coming weeks: some awesome task that allows you to peer beneath the surface and make refinements that enhance your stability for a long time. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): National Geographic reports that dung beetles have an intimate relationship not only with the earth but also with the stars. Scientists in South Africa found that the bugs use the Milky Way Galaxy to orient themselves while rolling their precious balls of dung to the right spot for safekeeping. The bright band of starlight in the sky serves as a navigational aid. I nominate the dung beetle to be your power animal in the coming weeks, Gemini. It will be prime time for you, too, to align your movements and decisions with a bigger picture and a higher power. (Read about the research here: http:// tinyurl.com/GalacticBeetles.) CANCER (June 21-July 22): You should go right ahead and compare oranges and apples in the coming week, Cancerian. Honey and butter, too: It’s fine to compare and contrast them. Science and religion. Bulldogs and Siamese cats. Dew and thunderclaps. Your assignment is to create connections that no one else would be able to make . . . to seek out seemingly improbable harmonies between unlikely partners . . . to dream up interesting juxtapositions that generate fertile ideas. Your soul needs the delight and challenge of unexpected blending. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): The collection called Grimm’s Fairy Tales includes the story “The Devil and His Grandmother.” In one scene, the devil’s grandmother is petting and rubbing her grandson’s head. Or at least that’s what the English translations say. But the authors wrote in German, and in their original version of the text, grandma is in fact plucking lice from the devil’s hair. Your job in the coming week, Leo, is to ensure that no one sanitizes earthy details like that. Be vigilant for subtle censorship. Keep watch for bits of truth that have been suppressed. You need the raw feed that comes straight from the source. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): In her book Jung and Tarot, Sallie Nichols notes that the sixteenth card in most Tarot decks portrays lightning as a hostile force: “jagged, zigzag strokes that slash across the sky like angry teeth.” But there’s one deck, the Marseilles Tarot, that suggests a kinder, gentler lightning. The yellow and red phenomenon descending from the heavens resembles a giant feather duster; it looks like it would tickle and clean rather than burn. I suspect you’ll be visited by a metaphorical version of this second kind of lightning sometime soon, Virgo. Prepare to be tickled and cleaned! LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Years ago, “bastard” was a derisive term for a child born to unmarried parents. It reflected the conventional moral code, which regarded a “birth out of wedlock” as scandalous.

But I think we can safely say that this old dogma has been officially retired. According to recent statistics compiled by the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), over 40 percent of the kids born in the U.S. are to unmarried mothers. Just goes to show you that not all forbidden acts remain forbidden forever. What was unthinkable or out of bounds or not allowed at one time may evolve into what’s normal. I bring this up, Libra, because it’s an excellent time for you to divest yourself of a certain taboo that’s no longer necessary or meaningful. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): While trekking up Mount Katahdin in Maine, naturalist Henry David Thoreau had a “mountain-top experience” that moved him to observe, “I stand in awe of my body.” You’re due for a similar splash of illumination, Scorpio. The time is right for you to arrive at a reverent new appreciation for the prodigious feats that your physical organism endlessly performs for you. What could you do to encourage such a breakthrough? How can you elevate your love for the flesh and blood that houses your divine spark? SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): How do you like your caviar? Do you prefer it to be velvety and smooth, or would you rather have it be full of strong, fishy taste? If it’s the first option, beluga caviar is your best option. If the second, sevruga should be your favorite. What? You say you never eat caviar? Well, even if you don’t, you should regard the choice between types of caviar as an apt metaphor for the coming week. You can either have velvety smoothness or a strong taste, but not both. Which will it be? Set your intention. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): “Dear Astrology Guy: I have been reading your horoscopes since I was 19. For a while, I liked them. They were fun riddles that made me think. But now I’ve soured on them. I’m sick and tired of you asking me to transform myself. You just keep pushing and pushing, never satisfied, always saying it’s time to improve myself or get smarter or fix one of my bad habits. It’s too much! I can’t take it any more! Sometimes I just want to be idle and lazy. Your horoscopes piss me off! - Crabby Capricorn.” Dear Crabby: I’ve got some good news. In the coming week, you are completely excused from having to change anything about yourself or your life. Stay exactly the same! Be frozen in time. Resist the urge to tinker. Take a vacation from life’s relentless command to evolve. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Young art student Andrzej Sobiepan sneaked into Poland’s National Museum with a painting he had done himself and managed to surreptitiously mount it on one of the walls. It hung there for a while before authorities noticed it and took it down. “I decided that I will not wait 30 or 40 years for my works to appear at a place like this,” he said. “I want to benefit from them in the here and now.” This is the kind of aggressive self-expression I’d like to see you summon in the coming weeks, Aquarius. Don’t wait for the world to come and invite you to do what you want to do. Invite yourself. P.S. The English translation of Sobiepan’s Polish last name means “his own master.” What can you do to be more of your own master?

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Mind, body & Spirit by Bronwyn Ison

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uieting the mind and resting the body may seem elusive for most of us. Our lives are complex and it is likely we are not adjusting our schedules to make personal time a priority. Does this sound familiar? Welcome to how the general population reflects. Have you considered meditation? Does this practice seem out of the ordinary for you? Simply make an appointment with yourself. What is meditation? Some may believe it refers to religion. The contrary is true. Meditation is the art of quieting the mind. It can also be rejuvenating to the body. Relaxing the mind and body may seem impossible to most type A personalities. Meditation is simple when you allow yourself to be immersed. The first step is transporting your self to be in the moment. What does this mean for you? Find a quiet space. Turn off your phone. Do not allow any possibility of interruption. If meditation is new territory for you, try to sit quietly for five minutes. Five minutes may seem an eternity to you. You may ask yourself, what do I do in those five minutes? Sit with a complacent body and mind (the biggest challenge) and breath. Where should I meditate? Wherever you feel most comfortable. Perhaps you prefer indoors to outdoors or vise versa. Remember you are taking time for your self. What are the benefits to meditation?

You can develop an opportunity to improve your concentration. It mirrors a reset button. If you meditate mid-day you can recharge your mind and body. Do little things bother you? Meditation can help you be in the present. You may disregard the little things in life. Focus on the now versus what has happened or what may occur. Enhanced health may be linked to meditation. Studies have shown that stress levels decrease in those who set time aside to meditate plus anxiety levels decrease. Getting more acquainted with your self is also a benefit. Developing a sense of self is important. Here are a few tips before your begin. It is recommended you meditate sitting up rather than lying down. If you are tired you may fall asleep. This may detract you from the purpose. Focus on ONE thought. Quiet the monkey mind and be in the NOW! You can tame your mind. Do not eat a heavy meal or drink alcohol prior to meditating. Remember, baby steps in this process. Begin with five-minute sessions and work towards more time as you progress. Meditation classes with Tibetan singing bowls are offered at Evolve Yoga in La Quinta on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, 7pm-8pm. Visit www.e-volveyoga.com for a schedule of classes or join us 50991 Washington Street, La Quinta, CA 92253. (760) 564-YOGA

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Before any system can leap to a higher level of organization, says poet Susan Goldsmith Wooldridge, it has to undergo dissolution. “Unraveling or disintegrating is a vital, creative event making room for the new,” she declares. Guess what time it is for the system we all know and love as YOU, Pisces? That’s right: It’s a perfect moment to undo, dismantle, and disperse . . . as well as to unscramble, disentangle, and disencumber. Be of good cheer! Have faith that you will be generating the conditions necessary for the rebirth that will follow. “To change from one reality to another,” writes Wooldridge, “a thing first must turn into nothing.” (Her book is Poemcrazy.) Rob Brezsny Free Will Astrology freewillastrology@freewillastrology.com

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Joshua Rd

For my first installment I have to give a shout out to the newest “Hot Spot” in the desert called simply, Bar, in Palm Springs (the old J Dees Landing and Encore). If you didn’t get a chance to check them out on our Cover the week of January 17, you can go to our website www.coachellavalleyweekly.com and go to the Archives section to read the article. This Saturday night, Philip and I went to see Waxy and War Drum perform and both bands were awesome. For a smaller club, the sound and lighting is quite good. We had been there previously but had not tried the food. We were excited to try a few of their specialties and they didn’t disappoint. The Devils on Horseback (dates wrapped in bacon and stuffed with blue cheese) were absolutely melt in your mouth goodness and much better than anywhere else we have had them. The Lobster Sliders were equally satisfying and came with delicious shoestring fries. The menu has several tempting items and all for an affordable price. I must also mention the top-notch service from the staff; both servers and bartenders are there to make your time there well spent. Everyone is welcome at Bar and it truly is a mix of all types and ages of people even though the hipster crowd ages 21-32 are the dominant group, don’t feel like you won’t

fit in. It’s a cool, comfortable vibe they’ve got going on there. The only problem….they aren’t right around the corner from my house in Indio or we would be permanent fixtures. Kudos to the Funkey family for raising the Bar.

February 7 to February 13, 2013

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February 7 to February 13, 2013

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February 7 to February 13, 2013

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February 7 to February 13, 2013