KEY Magazine December_2011 by Desert Key Magazine

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DECEMBER 2011

Visitor’s Guide www.keypalmsprings.com

MAGAZINE

Attractions • Events • Dining • Shopping Maps • Galleries • Things To Do

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SHOPPING One Stop Shopping for all your souvenirs

DESERT

Sales: 760.345.2163

PALM SPRINGS GENERAL STORE

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I LOVE YO

Est. 1976

Sunglasses • Hats • Sandals T-Shirts • Shot Glasses Coffee Mugs • Beach Towels You have had such a great time in Palm Springs, don’t leave without a PS I LOVE YOU souvenir.

188 N. Palm Canyon, Palm Springs 760.320.7613

Billing: 760.346.5998

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Best Consignment stores in the desert! gn i s n Co sign De

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The Art Place 41801 Corporate Way, Ste. #3, Palm Desert

4101 E. Matthew, Palm Springs

760.346.2727

760.770.1075

(behind Mercedes Dealer)

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Advertiser Listings Cardiff Limousine & Transportation 75-255 Sheryl Avenue Palm Desert / 760-568-1403 Travel in style! For excellence in your chauffeured transportation needs, call Cardiff Limousine & Transportation. In business since 1990, we have the largest and newest fleet in the desert and drivers known for their professionalism and friendliness. We’re here to serve you 24 hours a day. SEDANS, VANS, LIMOUSINES, SUVS, MINI COACHES, BUSES, AND OUR UNIQUE LIMO BUS. www. cardifflimo.com. Cold Nose Warm Heart 189 South Palm Canyon Dr. Palm Springs / 760-327-7747 You will find “Cold Nose Warm Heart” in the center of the village. A shop all dog lovers will appreciate. Dozens of high quality dog collars made from cotton, hemp and imported leathers. Quality dog beds, clothing, feed-

ing stands and bowls, and of course hand made dog treats. For the dog lover, you will find breed specific mugs, caps, shirts, hand painted tiles, Sandicast and much more. City Lites 42-218 Washington St., (next to Home Goods) Bermuda Dunes/ 760-360-5888 Three years ago City Lites under new ownership experienced a “Fashion Makeover”. Eloise Goldberg, the owners’ personal and professional life has always been about her passion ....FASHION. Her vast experiences in all aspects of the fashion industry, and personal style sense, have been essential in creating her vision at City Lites. They search for that “can’t live without” apparel, shoes and accessories that create your individual fashion perspective. City Lites will inspire you to look fabulous 24/7....REMEMBER STYLE CHANGES EVERYTHING! Continued on page 17

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At City Lites, Fashion is not Just a word, it’s a LIFESTYLE .....

Our Boutique has a unique “personality” reflected in our exceptional assortment of apparel, shoes, and fabulous accessories. All chosen to create a “fun” shopping experience. City Lites will inspire you to look fabulous 24/7. Remember style changes everything...... 42-218 Washington Street, Bermuda Dunes, CA (next to Home Goods)

760-360-5888 ST. CROIX

TORRAS OF SPAIN

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See our specially designed sport coats.

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Slack Shoppe

Corner Larkspur & Hwy 111 (In Jensen’s Shopping Center)

(760) 346-9442

and suits: fabrics in Super 120’s, 130’s & 150’s.

TORI RICHARDS

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PETER MILLAR

73-613 Highway 111, Palm Desert

Every garment in the Slack Shoppe has two prices, the price you pay in other fine stores and the direct manufacturer’s Slack Shoppe price. Slacks have been our specialty for 31 years. We feature thousands of fine woolens, feather weight micro fibers and our own elastic stretch waistband slacks. This includes golf slacks and walk shorts. Our superlative woolens are from the finest Italian mills REGULAR, LADIES, see our fine SHORT and LONG RISE Italian wool slacks available. We carry Introductory offer: hard-to-find IN-BETWEEN Buy 2 pair, SIZES 37 and 39. See our already on sale, exquisitely made sport coats

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HOWARD SCHEPP FINE ART

Gallery owners Ken Lynch and Howard Schepp (above) invite you to experience the most exciting collections of ÿ ne and diverse art the desert has to offer.

Interiors of the beautiful Howard Schepp Fine Art Gallery on El Paseo, in Palm Desert

The oil paintings of talented NYC artist Ian Marion are part of the new collection of ﬁ ne art on display at the new enlarged Howard Schepp Fine Art. “Ian Marion’s realist paintings are like a contemporary version of Old Master paintings of the seventeenth century”, Schepp says. Exceptional quailty and crisp realism deﬁ ne his work and the sheer beauty draws you in to take a closer look.

ON THE COVER “Coming Storm” 47 x 62 inches by 28 year old New York City artist IAN MARION, that can be found in the Howard Schepp Fine Art Gallery

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December also marks the exhibition of the fresh and exciting new work by 32 year old Colorado based artist Christopher Owen Nelson. His original technique of reverse carving and painting plexiglass panels creates a new medium and a highly polished new style. Whether he is working in the style he is famous for, beautiful forest scenes with aspen trees and sumptuous skies or his new contemporary line he is debuting this season in Palm Desert, the classic quality and bold talent comes apparent when viewing his work. Christopher Owen Nelson will be at the artwalk, Thursday, December 1st and can show you in person the new collection of work he has currently on display at 73300 El Paseo Suite D., Palm Desert www.howardscheppﬁ neart.com Howard Schepp Howard Schepp Fine Art 760-449-7662c www.howardscheppﬁ neart.com

“Hermes” Bronze by Sabin Howard

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El Paseo

THERE is nothing else like it in the desert. Easy to get to, easy to get around - just hop on the “El Paseo Courtesy Shuttle” and discover over

250 Shops

& Restaurants ...also FREE Curbside parking on El Paseo, plus acres of FREE parking behind every store!

Backstreet Bistro

“Where friends meet friends”

760-346-6393

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Earth Spirits Art

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Come explore our NEW LOCATION!

73-750 El Paseo Palm Desert, CA

(760) 779-8766

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• FINE ESTATE • PRIVATE CONSIGNMENT • CONTEMPORARY JEWELRY & WATCHES

On Site Jewelry Repair

• WE BUY GOLD • 73-896 El Paseo, Palm Desert (5 doors East of Bank of America)

760-568-4522 Mon.- Sat. – 10:00 – 5:00

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IF FASHION MATTERS . . . 26 year s the des in ert!

OPEN 7 DAYS M-Sat.10-6; Sun. 11-5

73-400 El Paseo, #7, Palm Desert, CA

760-674-9299

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Pampered Bath Fine Soaps & Gifts

ARCHIPELAGO Body & Bath Collection AND Baronessa CALI Collection

ALL PRODUCTS Soaps, lotions, scrubs and shower gels

20% OFF with this coupon Open 7 Days, 10am-5pm 73-560 El Paseo, Palm Desert (across from The Gardens)

760.346.6420

Park your car and use the El Paseo Courtesy Cart Shuttle The Palm Desert courtesy cart shuttle travels between shops, galleries and restaurants along El Paseo. The FREE service features two specially designed, seven-passenger limousine-style electric vehicles. The handicap accessible carts are in operation seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Courtesy Carts have no set route and pick up and drop off shoppers at any location along the nine-block shopping district.

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Set yourself apart from the rest, just be the best! At Patiells Boutique you get it all….. outstanding customer service, unique clothing for the fashion minded woman, great gifts, and accessories; shoes, belts, jewelry and even “Spanx”.

Mention this ad and recieve

10% OFF your purchase!

Located in RALPH’s SHOPPING CENTER across from Marriott Desert Springs

74-924 Country Club Dr., Palm Desert. 760-674-9591 (corner of Cook & Country Club Drive)

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1917 Dani C’s Boutique Consign/Design 73-400 El Corporate Paseo, 41-801 Way, #3 Palm Desert/ Palm Desert674-9299 / 760-346-2727 Dani C's is one of Palm Deserts' most email: consigndesign1@verizon.net distinguished boutiques on El Paseo, where Consign/Design is a new high-end consignyou can shop for the latest fashion-forward ment store, located in the heart of Palm clothes. Styles range from casual Desert and minutes from fashionable El sportswear to elegant evening attire, Paseo. Come in and browse. Quality furfeaturing unique sweaters, stylish dresses, niture, accessories and collectables from jackets, pants, and skirts ...also purses and designers and local estates are available hats and other accessories in the newest at bargain prices. Moving, remodeling or trends and colors. You will be given the changing your decor, give us a call for a fullFREE appraisal of your treasures. WE WILL personal attention of the experienced staff. Come in and treat yourself. SELL THEM FOR YOU. Whether buying or selling make Consign/Design your destinaE&J’s Designer Shoe Outlet tion. They are located at “The ART Place” off 44100 Town Center Way Hovley, between Portola and Cook. Hours: Palm Desert / 773-5053 Mon.-Fri. 10am-5pm, Saturday 10am-3pm. E&J’s Designer Shoe Outlet is a “must” for women and men who appreciate fine Dani C’s Boutique footwear. Approximately 18,000 pairs of 73-400 and El Paseo, women’s men’s designer and Palm Desert/ 760-674-9299 name-brand shoes are displayed in neatly Dani C’s is one of Palm Deserts’ most organized rows according to style. Cole distinguished boutiques on El Paseo, where Haan, Stuart Weitzman, Kate Spade, Anne you can shop for the latest fashion-forward Klein, Kenneth Cole, Johnston & Murphy, clothes. Styles range from casual sportsand Puma are just a few of the the designer and name-brands one will find. wear to elegant evening attire, featuring New shipments arrive weekly and a unique sweaters, stylish dresses, jackets, friendly sales staff is available for pants, and skirts ...also purses and hats and assistance. Mon.-Fri. 9:30am-8pm, other accessories in the newest trends and Sat. 9:30am-7pm, Sun. 11am-5pm. colors. You will be given the full personal attention of the experienced staff. Come in Emrick Jewels, Inc. and treat yourself. 73-896 El Paseo (between Portola & San Luis Rey) Earth Spirits Palm Desert / 760-568-4522 73-750 El Paseo e-mail: Palm emrickco@aol.com Desert / 760-779-8766 Rick and Emma Essman, owners of Emrick Earth Spirits is a world unto itself -building Jewels, have delighted fine jewelry a reputation for the last 20 years, focusing shoppers for over 15 years on glamorous El on handmade wearables, in unique and Paseo with their wide array of jewelry distinctive fashions to El Paseo. You will find spanning all eras. With a combination of many of the top wearable artists in textiles, 80% estate and 10% new jewelry, you’ll jewelry and accessories working with silk, find everything from antique, Victorian, linen, organic cotton, luscious yarns and retro, art deco, art nouveau, ‘50s, ‘60s, ‘70s more. Come explore their fabulous NEW contemporary. With 36 years experience location and discover the ART you were in born 2 WEAR. the jewelry business, Rick and Emma received their training working for Fred Joaillier and Laykin et Cie of Beverly Hills.Open Mon – Sat: 10:00 – 5:00. Closed Sundays. Continued on page 18

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Music Box & Clock Shoppe SWAROVSKI CRYSTAL

“Teddy Takes Requests”

Featuring Gifts, Clocks & Collectibles from SWAROVSKI, PANDORA Jewelry, LALIQUE, LLADRO, Armani, Faberge, Lenox, Hummel, Howard Miller Clocks and Musical, Animated Rhythm Clocks. 114 La Plaza Palm Springs, CA 92262 (Downtown - 3 doors east of See’s Candies)

760-322-6280 • Toll Free 888-311-4797 “We Gift Wrap & Ship Worldwide”

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COOL COTTON CLOTHING • Cruise Wear • Resort Wear • Accessories • Jewelry

E&J’s Designer Shoe Outlet 44100 Town Center Way Palm Desert / 760-773-5053 E&J’s Designer Shoe Outlet is a “must” for women and men who appreciate fine footwear. Approximately 18,000 pairs of women’s and men’s designer and name-brand shoes are displayed in neatly organized rows according to style. Cole Haan, Stuart Weitzman, Kate Spade, Anne Klein, Kenneth Cole, Johnston & Murphy, and Puma are just a few of the designer and name-brands one will find. New shipments arrive weekly and a friendly sales staff is available for assistance. Mon.-Fri. 9:30am8pm, Sat. 9:30am-7pm, Sun. 11am-5pm. Emrick Jewels, Inc. 73-896 El Paseo (between Portola & San Luis Rey) Palm Desert / 760-568-4522 e-mail: emrickco@aol.com Rick and Emma Essman, owners of Emrick Jewels, have delighted fine jewelry shoppers for over 15 years on glamorous El Paseo with their wide array of jewelry spanning all eras. With a combination of 80% estate and 10% new jewelry, you’ll find everything from antique, Victorian, retro, art deco, art nouveau, ‘50s, ‘60s, ‘70s contemporary. With 36 years experience in the jewelry business, Rick and Emma received their training working for Fred Joaillier and Laykin et Cie of Beverly Hills. Open Mon – Sat: 10:00 – 5:00. Closed Sundays.

“San Miguel” SHOES

120 La Plaza Downtown Palm Springs

760-323-9399

email: goodgauze@aol.com website: www.goodgauze.com

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4 Seasons Swimwear 73-400 El Paseo Palm Desert / 760-340-2490 4 Seasons Swimwear has a beautiful selection of the most current trends in swimwear with matching cover-ups and accessories. Separates, bikinis, long torso and mastectomy are available. Sizes from children to ladies 4-24, B thru E cups. Some of the famous brands to choose from are Gottex, La Perla, Longitude, Miracle Suit, Roxanne, Anne Cole and La Blanca. Men will be surprised to find a section devoted to them. Don’t miss our shop with “Service to Suit your needs!!”

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MEMENTO Cards, gifts & fine things

Mark Roberts • Willow Tree • Glass Fusion by Silvestri • Britto • Papyrus • Dept 56 • Kelly Rae Roberts Collection

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quality gifts and collectibles including FUNSEEKERS Swarovski crystal, Pandora 73-865 Highway 111, jewelry, Lalique, LLadró/porcelain, Armani Palm Desert 760.340.3861 sculptures, Lenox, Hummel, Faberge, An excellent way to see the desert... Rent Howard Miller clocks, Murano glass, and a Bicycle (all types), Mopeds, Segways, featuring magical motion musical clocks by Tandem Bicycles, Electric Scooters, Unicycles, Rhythm! The perfect place to find the Aquascooters, from the experts at Funseekperfect gift! Complimentary gift wrapping. ers. There are a lot of easy, flat trails and Worldwide shipping. bike paths to take. Bike rentals are guided/ self guided or customized tours. For the Nu 4 U Thrift Store adventurous, take the mountain bike tours. 69-550 Highway 111 Delivery and pick-up service to your hotel (Bldg with round window) or condo. They also have rollaway beds, Rancho Mirage / 760-770-7786 high chairs, cribs, car seats and more.... Whether you are new in town, a local www.4funseekers.com. resident, or just visiting, Nu 4 U is where

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tori, Papyrus, Dept 56, paintings by Kelly Rae Palm Springs General Store Roberts to name a few. It’s a place where 188 N. Palm Canyon customers like you, can find new surprises (Downtown Palm Springs) and unexpected treasures. Visit them in the Palm Springs / 320-7613 Nohistoric La Plaza district of Palm Springs doubt about it - if there is anything you today and discover the reason why their need while visiting the desert, you will find mementos last a lifetime. it here! From fashion T-shirts, sun glasses, bathing suits, sun screen, key chains, mugs, film, hats … to unique and tasteful gifts! With hundreds of items to choose from Palm Springs General Store is sure to satisfy each and every visitor. Don't miss this Continued on page 21 store. Open 7 days a week from 9:30 am.

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you will find the best bargains in the area. Good Gauze Women’s and men’s clothing from the 120 La Plaza FAMOUS CLOSETS of the desert. Palm Springs / 760-323-9399 Sportswear, dresses, suits, coats, shoes, Good Gauze specializes in clothing of pure jewelry etc. plus house wares, furniture and 100% cotton and has been keeping the bric-a-brac. They pride themselves on their desert’s visitors and residents cool and warm hospitality and willingness to help. Socomfortable for more than 9 years. Mix and come in and browse, you will like the match separates in all of the hottest colors prices too. 501 (c) non-profit corporation. and styles allow your body to breathe, be Open: Mon-Fri 10-5:00, free and most importantly stay cool! Good Closed Saturday Sun. 10-5. Gauze also carries accessories, jewelry and Palm Desert Tobacco pack-able, wash-able pure cotton hats with 73-580 El Paseo at Larkspur a UPF of 50+ to protect you from Palm Desert / 340-1954 the harsh summer sun! Entering Palm Desert Tobacco is like finding smoker’s heaven: greeted Memento Cards, gifts &you’re fine things by111 the La beautiful aromas of fine tobacco, Plaza (Downtown} and all around exquisitely crafted Palm Springsare / 760-325-1963 pipes, exotic cigars, custom-blended Enjoy a shopping experience like no other. tobaccos and smoking accessories such Since opening its’ doors over 10 years ago, as Memento has evolved into one of Palm Colibri, Dunhill and Dupont lighters, and a walk-in cigar humidor. The Springs most popular gift shops. Filled with friendly staff are there to help you fine, unique and distinctive gifts by Mark choose the right blend. Glass fusion by SilvesRoberts, Willow Tree,

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Music Box & Clock Shoppe 114 La Plaza Palm Springs / 760-322-6280 Located in beautiful downtown Palm Springs in the historic La Plaza shopping district for 13 years - this unique store is a “must see”. Featuring a colorful variety of quality gifts and collectibles including Swarovski crystal, Pandora jewelry, Lalique, LLadró porcelain, Armani sculptures, Lenox, Hummel, Faberge, Howard Miller clocks, Murano glass, and featuring magical motion musical clocks by Rhythm! The perfect place to find the perfect gift! Complimentary gift wrapping. Worldwide shipping. Nu 4 U Thrift Store 69-550 Highway 111 (Bldg with round window) Rancho Mirage / 760-770-7786 Whether you are new in town, a local resident, or just visiting, Nu 4 U is where you will find the best bargains in the area. Women’s and men’s clothing from the FAMOUS CLOSETS of the desert. Sportswear, dresses, suits, coats, shoes, jewelry etc. plus house wares, furniture and brica-brac. They pride themselves on their warm hospitality and willingness to help. So come in and browse, you will like the prices too. 501 (c) non-profit corporation. Open: Mon-Fri 10-5:00, closed Saturday & Sun. 10-5. Olive A Sudden 72-270 Highway 111 (Waring Plaza -next to Ross) Palm Desert / 760-565-7561 Olive A’Sudden a inviting gourmet style store offers you the opportunity to taste dozens of olive oils, specialty oils and balsamic vinegars from around the world. They also carry gift baskets, gourmet foods, cruets, French Pottery, sampler sets, Olivella beauty products, Himalaysan salt and salt plates and more. Visit them on line at www.oliveasudden.com

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22 Palm Desert Tobacco 73-580 El Paseo at Larkspur Palm Desert / 760-340-1954 Entering Palm Desert Tobacco is like finding smoker’s heaven: you’re greeted by the beautiful aromas of fine tobacco, and all around are exquisitely crafted pipes, exotic cigars, custom-blended tobaccos and smoking accessories such as Colibri, Dunhill and Dupont lighters, and a walk-in cigar humidor. The friendly staff are there to help you choose the right blend. Palm Springs General Store 188 N. Palm Canyon (Downtown) Palm Springs / 760-320-7613 No doubt about it - if there is anything you need while visiting the desert, you will find it here! From fashion T-shirts, sun glasses, bathing suits, sun screen, key chains, mugs, film, hats … to unique and tasteful gifts! With hundreds of items to choose from Palm Springs General Store is sure to satisfy each and every visitor. Don’t miss this store. Open 7 days a week from 9:30 am. Pampered Bath 73-560 El Paseo Palm Desert / 760-346-6420 For over twenty-four years, Pampered Bath has been the purveyor of fine soaps, fragrances, bath and body luxuries for the entire family. Products from Ahava, Cali, Caswell-Massey, Claus Porto, Crabtree & Evelyn, Get Fresh, Jacqua, Jack Black, Mason Pearson, Mistral, Roger & Gallet, Rance, Seda France, Votivo and Thymes fill the shop with fragrance. Gift items from jewelry to candles, diffusers, vanity trays, bathroom accessories and guest towels. Gift baskets, shipping, free local delivery. Open Mon-Sun: 10-5pm.

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For an afternoon of shopping – here are just a few of our favorite shops.

SNOOKIE’S FOOTIES

Update your wardrobe with a purple snakeskin handbag and plum suede shoes by “Annie”. They also carry resort wear, hats and accessories. 44-491 Town center Way (Best Buy Shopping center)

Palm Desert.

760-346-8882

GOOD GAUZE

These fun and easyto-wear “butterfly” pants will make you the hit at your next party. They also carry mix and match separates in all the hottest colors and styles. Located in Downtown Palm Springs, 120 La Plaza.

760-323-9399

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Pampered bath, Fine Soaps and Gifts Boutique You will find Home

Fragrances, Bath Soaps, Giftt Suites, Potpourri, TasselAires and Refreshing Oils. See their ad in this issue with 20% OFF. Located across from the Gardens at 73-560 El Paseo, Palm Desert.

760-346-6420.

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The 2012 Southwest Arts Festival速

Jan. 27, 28 & 29, 2012 - Empire Polo Club, Indio, CA

he Southwest Arts Festival速, presented by the Indio Chamber of Commerce, is showcased on the spacious grounds of the Empire Polo Club; entrances are located on Monroe Street between Ave. 51 & Ave. 52 in Indio, CA. Through the Southwest Arts Festival速 26th year history, it has earned a well deserved reputation as the largest outdoor marketplace in the Coachella Valley area for fine arts, fine crafts and collectables including Southwestern Art, Traditional and Contemporary art, paper collage, bronze sculpture, glass, jewelry, basketry, pottery and wearable art created by over 250 acclaimed artists from the United States,

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Canada, Mexico and South America. Gates open 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, Tickets $8, 2-Day Pass $12. Children 16 and under FREE. Parking at Monroe & Ave. 51. Foods, full no-host bar and entertainment. For further information call (760) 347-0676 or visit www.southwestartsfest.com. Artist Robert Ferguson has been chosen as the POSTER artist for the 26th annual 2012 Southwest Arts Festival and will be available at the festival.

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The Village Inscriber Fine Stationary • Invitations Social Accessories Handbags • Totes • Duffels Backpacks • Cosmetic Cases Travel Accessories g

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“Weekender” in Boysenberry

“The Gabby” in Baroque

• Compliments Boutique • Serena’s Boutique • Mitre & Bevel Fine Custom Framing • Value Cleaners • Angels Crossing Studio • Ralphs Fresh Fare • Tk Nail Salon • Quality Beauty Supply • Village Salon

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“The Whistler”

Village at Indian Wells Corner of Cook & Hwy. 111

760-568-4206 $5.00 OFF

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“Where the y sing While you dine.”

The Village at Indian Wells

Corner Hwy 111 & Cook Street 74-941 Hwy 111 Indian Wells, CA 92210

FamilyOwned & Operated Dinner 5p.m.

• Jay’s Jewelers ique Dining Experience” • Postal Connection 773-3080 •(760) JK 1 Hour Photo o •(Located Better Hearing System in Ralph’s Shopping Center)Tune in t en tch i K s Jan’ -NEWS • Indian Wells Chiropractic on K 3 FM 94. 1pm Clinic nNoo rdays u t a S • Indian Wells Dental CVS Street Store 1 and •Cook • Cafe Italia Restaurant Hwy 111 • Don Diego’s Restaurant

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For the Chef in you!

WE HAVE MOVED... Just 7 Doors

Down and we’ve added a new kitchen for cooking classes and

We have Apple Peelers to Zesters and everything in between!

Barware Bakeware Cookware Cutlery Gadgets Galore

74-945 Hwy. 111, Indian Wells • (760) 773-9464

FUN COOKING CLASSES www.kitchenkitchen.com .... in our NEW KITCHEN!

Fred Waring Cook St.

Highway 111 The Village at Indian Wells

A new series of cooking classes are planned every month and are conducted by locally known Chefs. - Regular FOOD TASTINGSBook Your Private Party

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28 Patiells Boutique 74-924 Country Club Dr. (Ralph’s shopping Center) Palm Desert / 760-674-9591 It has been 10 years since Patiells Boutique opened its’ doors. The owners of Patiells Boutique, Gabriele and Patti offer fabulous fashionable lines of clothing, from casual, fun, edgy to elegant, as well as shoes, jewelry, great accessories and hard-to-find gift items. Customer service is top priority at Patielle Boutique. Gabriele and Patti’s love for the business is what customers feel the minute they walk through the door...and that is why they keep coming back! Open Mon-Fri: 10-6, Sat: 10-5, closed Sundays. Shields Date Garden, Inc. 80-225 U.S. Hwy. 111 Indio / 760-347-7768 Shields Date Garden has been in operation since 1924. Specializing in Super Jumbo Royal Medjools, Deglet Noor, Blonde and Burnette dates - all beautifully packed. They also carry dried fruit and nuts. Don’t leave the desert without having one of their famous “Date Shakes” or “Date Ice Cream.” In season they have tree ripened grapefruit. A FREE MOVIE on the “Romance & Sex Life of the Date” is on-going. Open 7 days a week, 9 am-5 pm. THEY SHIP WORLDWIDE!! The Slack Shoppe For Men 73-613 Highway 111 (in Jensen’s Shopping Center) Palm Desert / 760-346-9442 Thirty one years in the desert!! Men’s wear has been their forte for forty eight years manufacturing in Italy in the same village their grandparents were born. They carry slacks, sport coats and suits made of the finest Italian fabrics, with craftsmanship that only experience offers. Come in and see their vast array of merchandise with sizes to fit all, regular, short and long rise, with hard to find in-between sizes. Customer service is their goal. They carry shirts and sweaters by Tori Richards, Peter Millar, St. Croix and Peru. They also feature ladies slacks, tailored in Italy from luxurious Italian wools. Store hours Monday-Saturday 10-5, Sunday 11-3.

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29 SJ’s Resale Boutique 71-680 Highway 111, Unit D Rancho Mirage / 760-836-9090 Discover one of the desert’s newest consignment boutiques that will gratify all those who are fashion conscious from the young hipster fashionista to the sophisticated woman. A consignment boutique like no other, SJ’s carries brand new and gently worn items at a fraction of the retail price. You will find distinctive American and European designer labels such as St. John, Escada, Isabel de Pedro, Ferragamo and Norma Kamali to name a few. Daytime and evening dresses, blouses, shorts, t-shirts, golf wear, scarves, belts, handbags, shoes and jewelry. You will love browsing at SJ’s because the “prices are too good to believe.” Hours: M-Sat: 10-4pm / Sun: 12-4pm Snookie’s Footies 44-491 Town Center Way (Best Buy Shopping Ctr,) Palm Desert / 760-346-8882 As Snookies put it...it’s a “Fun place to shop”. Myra Levine and her late sister Snookie, have been in business since 1992. The shop is brimming with resort wear, ladies shoes by ONEX, ANNIE and LA PLUME (to name a few), handbags, wallets, hats, scarves, sunglasses, jewelry and much more all at reasonable prices. The experienced staff pride themselves in the very personal service they give to everyone. They are strong supports of “Guide Dogs of The Desert”, so bring your pet, it’s FUN!!

SHOPPING

“fashion for the young fashionista to the sophisticated woman.” Evening & Casual Wear Jewelry • Shoes • Accessories • Moyuru • Ferragamo • Escada • St. John • Isabel de Pedro • Armani

OPEN Mon-Sat: 10-4 / Sun: 12-4 71-680 Highway 111, Unit D RANCHO MIRAGE

(760) 836-9090

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Tulip Hill Winery 71-800 Hwy. 111 (corner of Bob Hope & Hwy. 111) Ranch Mirage / 760-568-5678 Experience a taste of the California wine country in Rancho Mirage. Tulip Hill is proud to showcase its award winning, hand-crafted wines in a fun and interactive setting. The tasting room features an unparalleled olive oil tasting bar and exclusive lines of specialty foods and chocolates. Distinctive gifts, unique gift baskets, fine stemware and wine accessories compliment the wine tasting experience.

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shop, dine, unwind.

Located on Highway 111 and Bob Hope Drive in Rancho Mirage www.TheRiver at RanchoMirage.com

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Museum NEWS! Agua Caliente Cultural Museumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Seaweed, Salmon and Manzanita Cider: A California Indian Feast Exhibit - Was a huge success!

Michael Hammond, Executive Director and Millie Browne, Chairwoman, Board of Directors, of the Agua Caliente Cultural Museum.

Attendees to the exhibit, sampled delicious authentic Indian food (a delightful and sometimes startling compendium of Native American cuisine), viewed historic and contemporary photographs of Calif. Indian peoples gathering, preparing and enjoying traditional food. Also included were baskets and other artifacts, informative text panels, and recipes important to the lives of the Native Californians. The museum is located at 219 South Palm Canyon Drive in downtown Palm Springs, (Left) Marilyn Ravicz, museum member, between Arenas and Baristo and Dawn Wellman, curator of the Agua Caliente Cultural Museum . Road. 760.778.1079

- NEW EXHIBITION Visions of the Indian Canyons Opening DECEMBER 7, 2011 through OCTOBER 21, 2012 This exhibit is a photographic journey deep into the majestic beauty of the Indian Canyons of Palm Springs. Visitors will learn about historical controversies surrounding Tahquitz, Andreas, Murray and Palm Canyons - ancestral homes of the Cahuilla people. AGUA CALIENTE CULTURAL MUSEUM 219 South Palm Canyon in downtown Palm Springs, 760.778.1079

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SHOPPING

You have had a wonderful time in Palm Springs...

...and NOW you need souvenirs to take home. Palm Springs General Store has the answer, with â&#x20AC;&#x153;P.S. I LOVE YOUâ&#x20AC;? on cups, glasses, plates and trivets. This unique store also has hundreds of other different items to choose from; fashion T-shirts, sun glasses, bathing suits, hats, key chains and much more. Open 7 days a week from 9:30 am.

188 North Palm canyon, Palm Springs. (760) 320-7613

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GOLF CATHEDRAL CANYON COUNTRY CLUB 68311 Paseo Real, Cathedral City 27 Regulation, Par 72. 760-328-6571. DESERT DUNES GOLF CLUB 19300 Palm Drive, Desert Hot Springs 18 Regulation, Par 72. 760-251-5366 DESERT PRINCESS Country Club & Resort 28-555 Landau Blvd., Cathedral City 27 holes-Par 72 760-322-2280 DESERT WILLOW GOLF RESORT 38-995 Desert Willow Dr., Palm Desert 36 Regulation, Par 72. 760-346-0015 EAGLE FALLS GOLF COURSE AT FANTASY SPRINGS RESORT CASINO 84-245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio 18-hole, Par 72 championship golf course. 760-238-5633 EMERALD DESERT COUNTRY CLUB 76-000 Frank Sinatra Drive, Palm Desert 9 Executive, Par 31. 760-345-4770 HERITAGE PALMS 44291 Heritage Palms Drive South, Indio 18 Regulation, Par 72. 760-772-7334 INDIAN PALMS COUNTRY CLUB 48630 Monroe Street, Indio 27 Hole, Par 72. 760-775-4444 GOLF RESORT AT INDIAN WELLS 44-500 Indian Wells Lane, Palm Desert 36 Regulation, Par 72. 760-346-4653. INDIO MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE 83-040 Avenue 42, Indio 18 Executive, Par 54. 760-347-9156 LA QUINTA RESORT Mountain Course 50-200 Avenida Vista Bonita, La Quinta 18 Regulation, Par 72. 760-564-4111

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3636 MARRIOTT’S DESERT SPRINGS RESORT 74-855 Country Club Dr., Palm Desert 36 Regulation, Par 72. 760-341-1756. MESQUITE GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB 2700 East Mesquite Ave., Palm Springs 18 Regulation, Par 72. 760-323-1502 MISSION LAKES COUNTRY CLUB 8484 Clubhouse Blvd., Desert Hot Springs 18 Regulation, Par 71. 760-329-8061. PALM DESERT RESORT COUNTRY CLUB 77-333 Country Club Dr., Palm Desert 18 Regulation, Par 72. 760-345-2791 PALM ROYALE COUNTRY CLUB Fred Waring at Washington, La Quinta Par 18, Par 3, Par 54. 760-345-9701 TAHQUITZ CREEK GOLF RESORT 1885 Golf Club Dr., Palm Springs 36 Regulation, Par 72. 760-328-1005. TOMMY JACOBS’ BEL AIR GREENS 1001 So. El Cielo Rd., Palm Springs 9 Executive, Par 32. 760-322-6062 PGA WEST RESORT Nicklaus and Stadium 56-150 PGA Blvd., La Quinta 36 Regulation, Par 72. 760-564-6666. SANTA ROSA COUNTRY CLUB 38105 Portola Ave., Palm Desert 760-568-5717 SUN CITY PALM DESERT 38180 Del Webb Boulevard, Palm Desert 760-200-2100 WOODHAVEN COUNTRY CLUB 41555 Woodhaven Dr., E. Palm Desert 760-345-7636

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Eagle Falls Golf Course at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino. Log onto www.EagleFalls.com to reserve tee times online or call toll free 800.827.2946 for reservations.

Golf...

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TRAVELERS’ DIRECTORY

Photo by Suzan Marie Chin/Creative Raven Marketing

Olive A’Sudden. International Olive Oil & Vinegar Tasting Room. Located in Waring Plaza, 72-270 Highway 111, #83, Palm Desert. 760-565-7561. (All phone numbers are within the (760) area code unless printed otherwise)

VITAL SERVICES Fire Department. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 911 Police Department. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 911 Springs Ambulance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .346-7441 Desert Hospital. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323-6511 Eisenhower Medical Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340-3911 John F. Kennedy Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347-6191 Time of Day. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 853-1212 Weather Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 398-7211 LIMOUSINE/TRANSPORTATION Cardiﬂ Limousine & Transportation. . . . . . . . 568-1403 TAXICABS Palm Springs Independent Trans. . . . . . . . . . 567-2318 Yellow Cab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345-8398 Wheelchair Transportation Service . . . . . . . .360-2068 Wilson Transportation (with AIRPORT rights). . 770-1762 VISITOR’S CENTERS Palm Springs Desert Resorts Convention & Visitors Bureau . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .770-9000 Palm Springs Visitors Information Center. . . 778-8418 Palm Desert Visitors Information Center. . . . 568-1441 Santa Rosa Mountains National Scenic Area Visitors Bureau . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .862-9984 / 862-9084

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MOVIE THEATERS Camelot Theatres - Palm Springs. . . . . . . . . . 325-6565 Regal Theatres - Palm Springs . . . . . . . . . . . . 322-3456 Cinemark Movies - Cathedral City . . . . . . . . .324-7674 IMAX Theater - Cathedral City. . . . . . . . . . . . . 324-7333 Mary Pickford Theatre - Cathedral City . . . . .328-7100 Regal Theatres - Indio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .322-3456 Regal Theatres - Rancho Mirage . . . . . . . . . .322-3456 The River Theatres - Rancho Mirage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-326-3264 EXT. 917 Palme d’Or Cinemas - Palm Desert . . . . . . . . 779-0730 AUTO RENTALS Aztec Rent A Car (Palm Springs). . . . . . . . . . . 325-2842 (Palm Desert) . . . . . . . . . . .341-1981 Avis Rent A Car (Palm Springs) . . . . . . . . . . 778-6300 (Palm Desert) . . . . . . . . . . .346-7429 Budget Rent A Car . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .778-1960 Dollar Rent A Car . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325-7333 Enterprise Rent A Car. . . . . . . . . . . . (800) RENT-A-CAR AIRPORT Palm Springs International Airport . . . . . . . .323-8161

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CELLO’S Join us in our Bistro for 50% off the New Bistro menu Open at 5pm – 7 days. 760-328-5353 A symphony of taste! Cello’s gets its name for the owner’s nickname “Tommy Cello”. He gets the nick-name from his delicious and inspiring limoncello made from fresh lemons grown in Coachella Valley. Winner Best of the Best New Restaurants by Palm Springs Life Magazine and Orion Award Restaurant of the Year by Cathedral City Chamber of Commerce. Reservations are not accepted in the Bistro. May not be combined with any other offer or promotion. 35943 Date Palm Drive, Cathedral City

Cafe Des Beaux-Arts Happy Hour 4 - 6:30 p.m. House wine and well drinks $6.00 760-346-0669 Le Bar at Cafe Des Beaux-Arts features a copper top ”U” shaped bar with Maple wood trim and antique mirrors giving it an elegant European look and feel. Enjoy their “Small Bites” menu served nightly. Live Entertainment every Wednesday & Friday evening. 73-640 El Paseo at Larkspur, Palm Desert. www.cafedesbeauxarts.com

TRIO Cocktail Hour 4pm-7pm, $3 Well Drinks 760-864-TRIO (8746) An energetic, desert-casual atmosphere and great American modern food at reasonable prices, a place where anyone can come in, sit down and feel at home. Where the local’s hangout eats, drink and have fun. Dinner at 4pm, Open 7 nights a week. $19 3-course Prix Fixe dinner, offered 4 to 6pm, daily! 707 N. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs

The Falls All night, every night, from 4:30 til close. 50% off appetizers, $2 off signature martini’s and $3 well drinks. 760-416-8664 Come see why our Happy Hour and Little Plate Specials have been voted “Best of the Valley” year after year. 155 South Palm Canyon, Palm Springs

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American Cello’s An American Bistro 35-943 Date Palm Drive Cathedral City / 760-328-5353 Chosen as on of the top 10 new restaurants in the valley by Palm Springs Life Magazine received the Orion Award, for Restaurant of the Year, Cathedral City Chamber of Commerce. Serving fresh American cuisine, full bar, and patio dining. Reservations suggested 760.328.5353. www.cellosbistro.com Rick’s Restaurant 1973 N. Palm Canyon Palm Springs / 760-416-0090 A simple family run restaurant that takes only the best ingredients and makes scrumptious home-cooked meals. Finding such a restaurant is one of life’s simple pleasures ...and Rick’s Restaurant is it! The specialties you can only find at Rick’s - like the meats, Rick himself prepares on the premises - the huge, hot fluffy cinnamon rolls are made from scratch, the unforget

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table sauces and the best home-made soups in the valley. Bring the kids or grand kids and get a toy from the “Treasure Chest”. Open daily 6 am to 3 pm, for breakfast and lunch. Rick’s Desert Grill 1596 N. Palm Canyon Palm Springs / 760-325-2127 Open Daily for Dinner only 3-10pm, Happy Hour 3-5pm Vicky’s of Santa Fe Highway 111 & Club Drive Indian Wells / 760-345-9770 Come for the food, stay for the music. Vicky’s of Santa Fe Restaurant, Bar & Lounge has something for everyone. Known for its great American food and reasonable prices. You can wine and dine in the dining rooms, enjoy happy hour in their lively bar, and listen to world-class music and entertainment in the piano lounge nightly. Open daily at 5 p.m. Sunday afternoon Jazz 2-5 p.m. Visit www.vickysofsantafe.com for full schedules and menus.

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DINING

Californian

Continental

Acqua Pazza California Bistro at “The River” 71-800 Hwy. 111 (at Bob Hope Dr.) Rancho Mirage / 760-862-9800 An innovative, upscale restaurant located at “The River”. Serving everything from seafood appetizers to major entrees ... such as salmon, rainbow trout, filet mignon, lamb chops, burgers, rotisserie chicken, lasagna, soups, salads and an intriguing list of pizzas and sandwiches. The sophisticated “CRAZY WATER” bar with its sheets of water flowing down heavy plates of glass as part of the decor, features more then 100 tequilas. Dozens of beers and a wide selection of wine and spirits. Dine outdoors on their magnificent patio, this is a place to “SEE and be SEEN”.

The Bistro (located inside Fantasy Springs Resort Casino) 84-245 Indio Springs Pkwy. Indio / 760-238-5654 Open nightly for dinner, The Bistro is a classy and intimate with indoor and outdoor seating and five-seat sushi bar. The eclectic menu prepared from an exhibition kitchen features a Kobe beef burger, Lobster pizza, Rotisserie chicken, seared Salmon and much more. All of the desert’s local restaurant critics are raving about The Bistro.

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DINING

A taste of Colonial Mexico with Four Generations of Flavor in traditional Las Casuelas style.

INTERSTATE

FRED WARING Las CasueLas Quinta

WASHINGTON

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Fine Family Dining • Tropical palapa paTio • KiDs’ menu Happy Hour: mon–Fri, 4:30pm–6:30pm • live enTerTainmenT

www.LasCasuelasQuinta.com

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Sherman’s Delicatessen & Bakery 401 Tahquitz Canyon (across from the Hilton) Palm Springs / 760-325-1199 Country Club & Monterey Palm Desert / 760-568-1350 The breakfast, lunch and dinner menu features almost every traditional item available including chopped liver, latkes, Chicago knockwurst, sweet & sour cabbage soup, brisket, pastrami, and corned beef as well as Rib Eye Steak, BBQ Baby Back Ribs and Rotisserie Chicken. The breakfasts are simple or sumptuous, and the coffee is so delicious (their own blend) you will want a second cup. The Bakery-on-the-premises features fresh breads BAKED DAILY plus delicious pastries and cakes. Open 7 days 7 a.m.-9 pm.

Cafe Des Beaux Arts 73-640 El Paseo at Larkspur Palm Desert / 760-346-0669 It’s “The premier Parisian patio on El Paseo,” where you can enjoy an aromatic and inviting atmosphere on a climate-controlled patio. A French Bistro, featuring lunch standards such as Quiche Lorraine, Nicoisé Salad, crepes and Coq Au Vin sure to please French-food devotes, while creative dishes such as Seafood Couscous draw an even larger audience. The dinner menu combines delectable appetizers, entrees such as Bouillabaisse, Shrimp Provencale, Duckling a l’Orange and Roast Rack of Lamb and mouth-watering desserts. Open for breakfast Friday through Monday and for lunch and dinner daily. Full bar, French and California Wines.

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Pomme Frite Restaurant 256 South Palm Canyon Palm Springs/ 760-778-3727 “A touch of Europe” located in Downtown Palm Springs. This cozy bistro features specialties such as steamed black mussels, beef stew (Flemishstyle), prime Chateau steak, California Bouillabaise, baked French Onion soup, Belgian chocolate mousse served with Creme Anglaise. Most dishes are served with crispy pommes frites and homemade dipping sauce. Large selection of Belgian beers, plus French and California wines. Superior cuisine, bistro ambiance and attention to detail.

International POM (located inside Fantasy Springs Resort Casino)

84-245 Indio Springs Pkwy. Indio / 760-238-5655 The concept of POM is simple. Serve the freshest and healthiest ingredients, creatively prepared to pique all the senses and presented eloquently with attention to detail. Chef Rieger has fused traditional California Cuisine with tastes from Latin America and Italy, offering a global feast for the palate.

Italian Backstreet Bistro 72-820 El Paseo, (behind Staples) Palm Desert / 760-346-6393 “Where friends meet friends” .... the Backstreet Bistro is open daily for lunch and dinner, and serving breakfast on weekends. The Backstreet Bistro with its’ beautiful mountain views offers a wide variety of favorites from salads and sandwiches and homemade soups for lunch and a full italian menu along with the best fresh fish specials daily. Enjoy live jazz every Tuesday evening and Saturday afternoons on their pet friendly, misted patio. Full bar, specialty martinis and a wide variety of wines at a reasonable price. Reservations recommended. Continued on page 46

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50% OFF NEW BISTRO MENU Bistro ONLY all evening Open at 5pm - 7 days

RION AWARD Best of the Best New Restaurants Palm Srpings Life Magazine

Restaurant of the Year Cathedral City Chamber of Commerce

RESERVATIONS NOT ACCEPTED IN THE BISTRO. MAY NOT BE COMBINED WITH ANY OTHER OFFER OR PROMOTIONS.

35-943 Date Palm Drive (Corner of Date Palm & Gerald Ford Dr.)

Cathedral City, CA 92234 Open at 5 pm

760-328-5353 â&#x20AC;˘ www.CellosBistro.com

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Cafe Italia 74-901 Highway 111 (Ralphâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Shopping Center) Indian Wells / 760-773-3080 Cafe Italia is a dining experience like no other!! The northern Italian menu and wine lists are extensive. The finest ingredients are freshly prepared, and dinners include soup, salad, and a little something extra. The dining room staff sing for your pleasure! Hostesses, Servers, and Busboys entertain with Standards, Show Tunes, Opera, and Disney songs! (Dark Sundays) 74-901 Highway 111 (in Ralphâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Shopping Center), Indian Wells, CA 92210. www.cafeitaliaindianwells.com

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DINING

Ristorante Mamma Gina 73-705 El Paseo Palm Desert / 760-568-9898 “A breath of Tuscany on El Paseo” is how 2002 Zagat Survey rated Ristorante Mamma Gina. Family owned and serving the desert for 17 years, the Pierattoni family mantra is “Use only the best and don’t change authentic recipes”. Only olive oil is used for cooking. There is a bounty of skillfully prepared grilled fishes, poultry, meats and several pastas and risotto dishes. Full service bar and extensive wine list. The atmosphere is sunny, desert casual attire is acceptable. Open for lunch & dinner 7 days a week. Convenient Valet parking.

Japanese Tanpopo - Japanese Cuisine 73-540 Hwy. 111 and San Pablo Palm Desert / 760-340-1901 & 779-1499 Delight in the taste of the Orient in this charming restaurant featuring Tempura & Sushi and a casual dining room. Enjoy authentic Japanese cuisine with popular specialties such as their Combination Tanpopo Boat. Also, Tempura, Sukiyaki, Shabushabu, Udon and Soba. Open daily for dinner, lunch Mon.-Fri. Happy Hour Mon-Sat 5pm- 6pm, Mon--Thurs 10pm-11pm & Fri-Sat 11 pm-1:30am. www.tanpopo.org.

Mexican Las Casuelas Nuevas 70-050 Hwy. 111 Rancho Mirage / 760-328-8844 Dine under the stars on the most beautiful garden patio north of Mexico City or inside in their stunning hacienda-style restaurant. Specialties include crab enchiladas, pollo en mole, spicy port fajitas and the Pueblo Margarita. Try the new lighter and vegetarian selections. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Sunday- Champagne Brunch (with strolling Mariachi) is served from 10 am to 2 pm. Nightly entertainment. Tues.-Sun. Join the fun at the hottest new latin club “CARAMBA’S” at Las Casuelas Nuevas. Reservations suggested. Continued on page 48

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DINING Las Casuelas Quinta Hwy 111 & Washington La Quinta / 760-777-7715 Three fireplaces warm this colorful and inviting restaurant. Whether savoring a Margarita by the fire on the cozy outdoor palapa patio or with the sound of live nightly entertainment in the Cantina, you’re sure to feel tradition bridged with creativity. The “Quinta” kitchen serves the locals’ favorites, Chimichangas, Sizzling Fajitas and Tostada Supremas along with some “new” already popular, smoked Jalapeno Baby Back Ribs and BBQ Grilled Chicken Flautas. Open daily at 10:30am, low carb and children’s menu available. Come join the Fiesta! Las Casuelas Terraza 222 S. Palm Canyon Dr. Palm Springs / 760-325-2794 A favorite of locals and tourists alike, Las Casuelas Terraza has been serving authentic Mexican food since first opening its doors on Palm Canyon Drive in 1979. Choose from a wide array of authentic Mexican dishes and refreshing drinks. Dine in or on the Palapa patio. Las Casuelas Terraza specializes in making you feel at home, no matter where your home might be.

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Thai THAI SMILE of Rancho Mirage 42-476 Bob Hope Drive (Rancho Las Palmas Shopping Center) Rancho Mirage / 760-341-6565 For a delicious adventure discover this outstanding restaurant that brings you the flavors of Thailand, at reasonable prices. The décor is tasteful, the hospitality is genuine, and the food is SUPREME. Start with an appetizer of mee-krob or wonton soup. The entrees: Red Mountain Chicken or Shrimp, Chicken Lemon Grass, Chicken Spicy Peanut Sauce, Duck Shoo-Shee, Devil Scallops or a Veggie trio. You can also create your own entrée and choose from the many Asian beers that compliment all the dishes or select a glass of fine wine. And don’t forget dessert! Whatever you choose you are sure to leave this restaurant with a smile. Open 7 days for lunch and dinner from 11:30-9:00.

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Spotlighting Concierges: (left to right) Christine Hagen (lead concierge), John Federbusch, Jackie Maree and Andreas Galindo at the beautiful PARKER Palm Springs. Located at 4200 East Palm Canyon, Palm Springs.

he DESERT RESORT CONCIERGE ASSOCIATION would like to welcome you to the Coachella Valley! We are a professional organization of local concierges and may be found in most of our major hotels throughout the valley. With so much to see and do in the desert, time is precious! Your concierge is here to serve you, whether you need assistance with local restaurants, theater tickets, local attractions or whatever.

If you are a tourist or a local ...”your best friend away from home”, your hotel concierge is ready to help assist you with tour ideas, current events and can even help-out in a crisis. Stop by the concierge desk and you will be greeted with a smile and open arms. The DESERT HOTEL / RESORT CONCIERGE ASSOCIATION

It’s Forever “Sonny” in Palm Springs Sonny Bono, the famed celebrity/Mayor/ Congressman who died in a Lake Tahoe ski accident in January, 1998, has been honored with a life-sized bronze sculpture in downtown Palm Springs. The sculpture was created by Palm Springs’ Emmanuil and Janet Snitovsky. Sony Bono served as mayor of Palm Springs from 1988 to 1992. The sculpture is located at 155 South Palm Canyon Drive (Plaza Mercado).

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Idyllwild: A Real COOL Place Shopping, Antiques, Restaurants, Hiking Trails, Horseback and Carriage Rides and much more!

igh above the desert just far enough away from the heat is the town of Idyllwild located in the San Jacinto Mountains, a one hour drive from Palm Springs and the desert communities via California scenic Hwy. 243 or Hwy. 74 through the Santa Rosa/San Jacinto National Monument. On arriving in Idyllwild a familiar semi-Bavarian Chalet sort of architecture emerges in charming inns, restaurants, art galleries, antique shops,gift stores and outdoor-equipment stores as well. Don’t miss scenic sites such as BlackMountain Lookout, giant Jeffrey Pine or the Indian Vista Point... they are simply breathtaking.

Saturday Art Walks.

Rock climbers can enjoy Idyllwild’s renowned Lilly Rock or Suicide Rock. Remember don’t hike or climb alone!

For more information contact the Idyllwild Chamber of Commerce toll-free at 888.659.3259 or visit them on-line at www.idyllwild.com

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Indio Open-Air Market is held every Wed & Sat from 4-10 pm at the Riverside County Fair and National Date Festival grounds. 1.800.222.SHOP.

Street Fair at the College of the Desert in Palm Desert is held every weekend starting at 7 am until 2 pm with more than 250 vendors, arts & crafts, food and entertainment. Free admission & parking. Easy entry and parking off Magnesia Falls & Monterey in Palm Desert 760-773.2567. Palm Springs VillageFest is held every Thurs. evening (except holidays) on N. Palm Canyon Dr. from Baristo Rd. to Amado Rd. featuring vendors, food, entertainment and Farmers Market. VillageFest hours are 7-10pm.

La Quinta Museum 77-885 Calle Montezuma, La Quinta, CA 92253. 760.777.7170 / Wed-Sat 10am to 4pm, Sundays during season 1 pm - 4 pm. Discover the history, arts and culture of La Quinta as highlighted in this beautiful new two-story building. The facilities feature two galleries, a historic building, a must-see mural depicting the history of La Quinta and programs for all ages.

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Visit The River at Rancho Mirage! 12 restaurants, 14 screen theater complex, unique boutique shops including Tulip Hill Winery, Robannâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jewelers and many others. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s water that brings a desert to life which is why The River is more than simply a shopping and entertainment center. The River provides a park-like waterfront with an entertainment amphitheater, live music (during season), fountains and cascading waterfalls. The River is an unmatched environment of style and beauty, providing a place to spend the day and enjoy the evening. 71-800 Highway 111 at Bob Hope, Rancho Mirage. 760-341-2711 backstreet ART DISTRICT is the coolest, hippest art destination in the desert. Stroll through artist-owned galleries and working studios. Nationally and Internationally recognized artists - including paintings, sculpture, photography, jewelry, ceramics. OPEN Thursday thru Sunday, 11 am to 4 pm. Located off East Palm Canyon Drive behind the Mercedes Dealership and 2 blocks from the Parker Hotel at 2600 South Cherokee Way in Palm Springs. The Big Horse Carriage Company has opened their area to accommodate the entire Coachella Valley with a horse and carriage for weddings and special events. Located in the beautiful downtown Palm Springs giving historical tours, they run through the summer from 7pm to 12am Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday by advance reservations only. (760) 364-4430/ email: info@bighorsecc.com

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Dec 2, Christmas Tree Lighting & A Special Visit from Santa! Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. Festive music, activities for the children and... Santa! 6:00 PM Old Town La Quinta-Main Street Event Lawn. La Quinta , California 92253.

Dec. 2-3, 9, 10, 16-23, 26-31 WildLights Holiday Festival 6pm - 9pm. Celebrate nearly 20 years of holiday magic at The Living Desert's WildLights Holiday Festival. This year's event glistens with thousands of twinkling lights, dazzling displays, live music, festive games and activities, plus the new Holiday Express trackless train ride! Holidaythemed Wildlife Wonder Shows and more! For info call: 760.346.5694 ext. 2000. Dec 3, Jan 14, 10am to 4pm - Art Under the Umbrellas at Old Town La Quinta Presenting a diverse collection of over 70 artists exhibiting their original creations along Old Town La Quinta's picturesque Main Street, complimented by live music, wine tasting and art demonstrations. Free Admission. For more info: 760.564.1244 or visit www.lqaf.com. Dec 10 - Santa Fly In - He’ll arrive at the museum at 1:00 PM in a Stearman Biplane with a bag full of goodies and kid’s are invited to join him as he takes a seat in his comfy red chair in shade under the wing of our C-47; a great photo op so bring your camera. Palm Springs Air Museum 745 North Gene Autry Trail Palm Springs, California 92262 760.778.6262. www.palmspringsairmuseum.org. Dec 11, Jan 15, 29 - Salute the swingin' styles of jazz masters at The Living Desert's spectacular Jazzoo concert series. From boogie to ballads to bebop and blues, the sounds of our 28th season celebrate America's original art form in the wildest of ways. Two performances each of the above dates: early concert at 4:00pm, late concert at 6:15pm. 760.346.5694, ext. 2160 or email jazzoo@livingdesert.org. Dec 30, Patti LaBelle - Agua Caliente Casino Resort - As time continues to evolve, the soulful songbird’s name has become synonymous with grace, style, elegance and class. As she continues into her fourth decade of performing, the Philadelphia maven has returned to her roots with her latest project, The Gospel According to Patti LaBelle. 32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270. 800.585.3737 Now through May 20, 2012, The Fabulous Palm Springs Follies Kicks off its extraordinary third decade by celebrating the perpetual summer vacation with an all-new show entitled Hot! Hot! Hot! Box Office now open. 760.327.0225 or www.psfollies.com.

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Dec 2, 3 Irish Tenors Christmas Show Dec 13 The Nutcracker Dec 15 Dave Koz & Friends X-Mas Dec 16 An Evening with Rita Rudner

Dec 3 Mannheim Steamroller Dec 9 Kid Rock Dec 17 760 Christmas Show Jan 7 The Doobie Brothers

McCallum Theatre 73000 Fred Waring Drive â&#x20AC;˘ Box Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 10am - 5pm Phone: (760) 340-ARTS

Fantasy Springs Resort Casino is located north of Interstate 10 at the Golf Center Parkway exit. Phone: (760) 342-5000.

The Golden Boys

Playboy Golf Scramble

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ART GALLERIES

CODA Gallery

Bowker, Carolyne Hawley, Beverly Carrick, Tom Pinch, Stan Stokes, Steven Quartly, Ed Lupper, Jim Siegrist and Richard Danskin. Other American painters include Thomas Arvid, Fabian Perez, Michael Flohr, Eric Poulson, Charles Pabst, Robert Pejman, Dorothy Lampl, William Galvez. Others include Michael Gorban and Isaac Maimon. Bronze sculptures offered by Ron & Shiela Ruiz, Kate Hiddleson, Ramon Parmenter, Richard Thomas, Jerry Joslin, Steve Egge’s life size gentlemen, and whimsical frog sculptures by Tim “The Frogman” Cotterill. Crystal sculptures by Jack Storms and Michael Wilkinson’s acrylic sculptures both catch everyone’s eye! New for 2011 Season: Rob MacIntosh’s Route 66 paintings, new paintings by Ron & Sheila Ruiz and Don Langford. New to the gallery: Sue Averell, Gregory Sievers, Andrew Velez, HM Saffer, Will Caldwell, Carol Bailey, Stephen Dixon, from France Michel Degav and Ann Marie, and from Canada Hubert Nanzer.

CODA Gallery provides an inviting medium for modern and contemporary art in the Palm Springs Valley. Modern art is presented in an eclectic mix of painting, sculpture, glass and objects that share nothing except an extraordinary energy. The art at CODA is full of color and life. Visit our fine art gallery at 73-151 El Paseo, Palm Desert, CA 92260, 760.346.4661 or explore our art gallery Web site: palmdesert@codagallery.com.

RICHARD DANSKIN GALLERIES 73-111 El Paseo, Palm Desert 760.568.5557 www.danskingalleries.com Mon-Sat 10:00am-5:30pm, Sun 11:00am4:30p.m. Collectors have been visiting and appreciating fine art at the Gallery since 1968. Realism paintings and sculptures include many subjects and styles. Original paintings by local artists J. Lewis

ALLAN PITCHKO GALLERIES Enter this elegant showroom filled with high-end antiques, 18th, 19th and early 20th century fine art by European and American artists. There is a variety of furniture, accessories and historical finds from Georgian and Victorian furniture to sterling silver, estate jewelry, art glass and fine china. Oriental antiques including porcelain and bronze sculptures can be found here. Owners Allan and Shauna Pitchko have owned Antiques Alberta in Alberta Canada since 1988. This gallery is a designers delight!! The gallery is located at 70-125 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage. Call: 760.324.9595.

HOWARD SCHEPP FINE ART Palm Desert’s Most Exciting and Largest New Gallery! Celebrating 30 years experience in the business, this gallery offers a very unexpected and interesting

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collection of diverse artists with a common denominator of talent and quality. From highly acclaimed international artists to the finest young talent of national acclaim. Artists include Mark Bowles, Paige Bradley, Sabin Howard, Tom Swimm, Robert Cardinal, David Shipley, and over 40 more artists. 73-655 El Paseo, Suite C.,Palm Desert, (760) FINEART. www.howardscheppfineart.com

TERRA GALLERY Terra Gallery celebrates its’ 13 year in Palm Springs with a brand new location. Now located at 187 S. Palm Canyon Drive. Visit this unique gallery and see the beauty of nature and wildlife. Featuring Photography, Watercolors, Glass Art, Mixed media sculpture, Steel wall art and our “Frogs” by renowned artist “kitty Cantrell”. You will also find a collection of Jewelry featuring Trollbeads, the original since 1976 and Native American jewelry. 760.325.5202.

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41 Bob Hope Cultural Center McCallum Theatre 42 College of the Desert 43 City Hall / Police Station 44 Westfield Shoppingtown Palm Desert 45 Residence Inn by Marriott 46 Marriott's Desert Springs Resort 47 Living Desert 48 Chamber of Commerce 49 Palm Desert Public Library 50 Desert Willow Golf Resort 51 El Paseo Shopping District 52 Civic Center Park 53 Marriott Courtyard 54 College of the Desert Street Fair

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