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April 3, 2015 Vol. 8 No. 26

Fashion Week at El Paseo

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Story and Photos by Pat Krause The 10th annual Fashion Week El Paseo continues to grow and grow. The event is held under a couple of huge white tents on Larkspur Lane off of El Paseo in the heart of the Valley’s most famous shopping district. Over 40 shops on El Paseo held in store events all week. The Shops

offer a preview of new collections, trunk shows, designer shows, food and wine samplings, hair and makeup techniques, food and refreshments by many of the shops and there is even a day to adopt a pet. There are discounts on purchases and styling events to make every woman feel more beautiful. Some shops had only

a one-day event while most held daily events the whole week. The event runs from March 21st to March 28th with even a few specials after parties. On Sat. March 21st, they held the 10th anniversary reception and show with designers from past years featuring their new collections on the runway.

Christopher Meloni on Career & Family By Beverly Cohn Christopher Meloni cut his teeth on episodic television beginning with his breakout role on “NYPD Blue.” Following that series, he had a recurring role on HBO’s “Oz” where he played a bisexual serial killer.

Doing a ‘360’ in the character he portrayed, he then co-starred with Mariska Hargitay in “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” where he played Detective Elliot Stabler for twelve seasons, leaving the show in 2011. He also had a continuing role on the popular “True Blood” series where he played a vampire named Roman Zimojic. Moving seamless from television to film, Meloni has racked up a number of credits including, “Man of Steel,” “Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas,” “Twelve Monkeys,” “Runaway Bride,” “Nights in Rodanthe,” “Wet Hot American Summer,” “Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle,” “Harold & Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay,”

“They Came Together,” “Man of Steel,” “Small Time,” “42,” and “Sin City: A Dame to Kill For.” His latest film, “The Diary of a Teenage Girl,” is scheduled for an August 2015 release. Meloni recently sat down with your reporter for an exclusive interview and the following has been edited for content and continuity. I’ve been asked by a lot of people to tell you that you are very missed on “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” and that it’s just not the same without you. Meloni: Thank you for saying that. Continues on Page 6

Sunday was the Canine Fashion show, and Monday was the El Paseo Runway Fashion Show that featured the newest fashions from 15 stores on El Paseo. Tuesday was the meet and greet of 5 of TV’s Project Runway designers hosted by Michael Costello and Susan Stein. The designers showed

their collections on Tuesday night with Costello bringing in a few of his new fashions. Wednesday, Costello held his own Spring and Summer collection with a trunk show earlier in the day with his fellow designers. Costello had his fashions worn by Beyonce, Lady Continues on Page 5

Charles Krauthammer Q&A

Story and Photos by Pat Krause Title sponsor, The H.N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation, presented its final speaker at Desert Town Hall. Charles Krauthammer, Pulitzer Prize winner, Author, Columnist, Political Commentator and Fox News Analyst spoke to the guests at the sold out series. The event was held at the Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa on March 25th. Krauthammer first greeted guests for a one on one and then went into a room full of 150 high-school students at Desert Youth Town Hall. Krauthammer did not give a speech to the students but instead answered their questions in a Q&A. Questions by the students included topics on Obama’s care, Immigration, his happiest moments and what is needed to get into a political news career. One of the main things he told the students was to always say what you believe, tell the truth, never lie, and you will be doing your country a service. He seemed pleased with the questions by the students who came from Coachella Valley High Schools. He spoke to the audience after an introduction by Brian Harnik and Indian Wells Mayor Ty Peabody. His speech was very much about politics and his views on the state of the country under the Obama Administration. I was truly amazed at his sense of humor throughout his speech as he had the audience laughing every few minutes. He mentioned that Mitt Romney would have

made a great President but was a weak candidate. He mentioned several names that are up for the nomination for President in 2016. When he mentioned Chris Christy, the audience was silent. He said that what could hurt Christy was the bear hug he gave President Obama that was more like a lap dance. He criticized Obama’s care, foreign policy and entitlements under Obama. He said the public was lied to about Obama’s care as its intrusive, arrogant and was shoved down the throats of Americans. He also said it would take years to undo the damage done to our foreign policies. We are lacking in the trust of our allies and have lost the fear from our enemies. The beheadings show a real contempt for us and they have no fear of retaliation. Every time the U S withdraws from an area, there is a gap, and it is always filled with someone looking to do us harm. He said the good news is we just have 21 months left of Obama, and the bad news are we still have 21 months left. He said if we close the border, there would merely be a trickle of illegal’s to cross our borders. He felt there should be a way for immigration to be fair, so they can work here. He feels that we are becoming a European liberal nation, and we should not help people by giving them handouts but by helping them stand on their own. He spoke about ISIS, Israel, Arab nations and the pullout of our troops and the damage it

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Charles Krauthammer caused. He joked, he was happy to be in the Desert as it snowed again in the East and if global warming keeps up, we will all freeze to death, and that drew a lot of laughs. He said he was very honored to be here and mentioned his new book that is sold on Amazon. He told us his thoughts on the liberal overreach of the current

government. He Indian Wells Mayor Ty Peabody thinks that Foreign Policy will be a huge debate in the next election. He said President because Hillary Clinton is a weak Obama would use executive candidate, but they must find the action in order to pass legislation right man for the job. The great now that the Republicans have national debt, education, energy, control of the Congress. He regulations and foreign policy will feels the Republicans have a real be the main topics soon by the chance to win the next election candidates for Presidents.

Health Science at Eisenhower Med. Center

Story and Photos by Pat Krause The Jim Cook Day of Hope for Diabetes and Wellness was held at the Annenberg Center for Health Sciences at Eisenhower Med. Center. Guest speaker’s Actor, Dancer, Singer, Ben Vareen and Etie Moghissi MD spoke in the Helene Galen Auditorium during the event. There were so many vendors and testers in the Annenberg Classroom that guests took advantage of all the benefits offered. A1C Testing for those with Diabetes, blood pressure tests, BMI results and new diets and treatment’s Vendors. This event is a full day of information for those with diabetes or at risk for diabetes and for families and friends. There were extensive items, and services displayed that were geared or better manage the disease. The practical advice from this product fair was invaluable to make better choices with Diabetes. Melinda Read and President of the Desert Diabetes Club, Ron Cochran, welcomed the guests early in the day. Classes were held to discuss

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Melinda Read, Ben Vareen, Etie Moghissi and Ron Cochran brand new technology, latest research developments and unknown frontiers in Diabetes management all day during the event on March 28th. Ben Vareen is a Tony and Emmy award winner and found he had type 2 diabetes in 07. It was not talked about in his

generation, and it was a fear he had to deal with. He learned it was not a death sentence but something that can be controlled with diet, Exercise and medication. He has become an advocate for those living with Diabetes. He and his daughter have made a CD he says is fun April 3, 2015

Ben Vareen and sexy for older adults. This CD can be used with people that have a limited mobility as well as those who are more able physically. He spoke about the need for education for both young and old for the prevention and living with the disease. It is

something few people talk about in everyday circles. Etie Moghissi MD spoke about creating a balance in Diabetes management and minimizing hypoglycemia risks. www.desertstarweekly.com

FILM

BY THEDA KLEINHANS REICHMAN

Disney’s ‘Newsies’ and DVDs for Holiday Fun On opening night “Newsies” was greeted with cheers throughout in appreciation for some of the most spectacular dance numbers you will ever see performed on stage. The TonyAward winning choreography is by Christopher Gattelli with a Tony Award-winning score by eight-time Academy Award winner Alan Menken (“The Little Mermaid,“ “Beauty and the Beast,” “Aladdin”) and lyricist Jack Feldman. The show’s book, inspired by the real-life Newsboy

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Strike of 1899 led by newsboy Kid Blink against Pulitzer, Hearst and other powerful newspaper publishers, was written by fourtime Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein (“Kinky Boots”). The original film “Newsies,” starring Christian Bale as Jack Kelly, leader of the newsboy strike, was not a success at the box office, but when it was released on home video it developed a cult following. Young viewers responded to the grit and daring of these young teens who fought against the unfair practices of the major newspaper publishers who raised distribution prices at their expense. In 1899 these struggling boys had to pay for the papers they sold to the public and the rate hike, even though small, was crushing for them. The stage version of “Newsies,” now at the Pantages, introduces seven brand-new songs by the original film team of Menken and Feldman and includes a song written specifically for the tour called “Letter from the Refuge” sung by Crutchie (Zachary Sayle). Dan DeLuca, as Jack Kelly, opens the show on a New York rooftop singing “Santa Fe,” a song about a better place where he can live his dreams. When Jack rallies his fellow Newsies to strike he’s befriended by a young newspaper journalist, Kate (Stephanie Styles) who sings and dances with ease. Angela Grovey plays songstress Medda Larkin, a feisty lady who can belt out a song. She, like Kate, is impressed not only by Jack’s spunk and drive, but also by his artistic talents. The imaginative scenic design by Tobin Ost, with the original Broadway projection design by Sven Ortel, creates the feel of New York skyscrapers and city streets. And there is never a lull in the high-energy action under the direction of Jeff Calhoun. Everyone on stage is dynamic and the dancers, too numerous to mention, are absolutely amazing as they leap, jump, tap and flip. The dance numbers throughout are show stoppers. “Disney Newsies” at the Hollywood Pantages, 6233 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles through April 19, 2015. Individual tickets start at $25, subject to change. For tickets: online at HollywoodPantages.com or Ticketmaster.com or call 1-800982-2787.

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D re a m Wo r k s p e p p y. perky, playful “Penguins of Madagascar” is now available on Blu-ray + DVD + Digital HD-just in time for the upcoming holidays. The deluxe package www.desertstarweekly.com

Dan DeLuca (Jack Kelly) (center) and the original North American Tour company of NEWSIES. ©Disney. Photo by Deen van Meer. comes with the movie plus two Poppin’ Penguins. The little toys are absolutely adorable. One is popping out of an Egg. The other little wind-up guy has already hatched and is ready to jump about for your pleasure. Hey, you don’t have to be a kid to want these two penguin toys. Kids of any age would enjoy finding this delightful DVD package in their Easter basket. This new film, from the creators of “Madagascar,” features your favorite superspies, Skipper, Kowalski, Rico and Private who join forces with the elite North Wind team to save the world. Together they prove that global espionage is truly for the birds. Lots of family fun. The Blu-ray version also includes: Top Secret Guide to Becoming an Elite Agent, “He is Dave” Music Video, Flipper Slap, Shake Waddle and Roll, “Celebrate” Music Video by Pitbull, deleted scenes and more. Rated PG for mild action and some rude humor.

copes with her father‘s new girlfriend. She also develops a crush of her own. In each of these heart-warming films, the Mills family remind us how import and kindness, community and family are in our lives.

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Bible stories come to life in “Greatest Heroes of the Bible.” The three DVD series focuses on heroes from the Old Testament. Volume 1 deals with Moses and the Ten Commandments, Samson and Delilah, David and Goliath and the story of Noah. In Volume 2, the stories are about

Moses, Joshua and Jericho, Esther and Abraham’s Sacrifice. In Volume 3 learn about The Tower of Babel, Sodom and Gomorrah, Jacob’s challenge and Joseph in Egypt.

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“Peter and the Magic Egg” is an Easter tale about Mama and Papa Doppler that are in danger of losing their farm, but their son Peter and his animal friends save the day. This old-fashioned animated film also features Mother Nature, the Easter Bunny and plenty of colorful eggs.

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Celebrate family and tradition with a two-film collection: “The Easter Promise” and “Addie and the King of Hearts.” Each film features the Mills family. Addie Mills (Lisa Lucas) is a spunky young girl who adds fun and variety to the lives of her stern and serious father, James (Jason Robards) and her quirky Grandma (Mildred Natwick). In “Easter Promise,” Addie befriends a famous, but down-on- her luck actress (Jean Simmons) and encourages her to give back to the community by hosting the school fashion show and having dinner with one of her old schoolmates—James. Love is in the air in “Addie and the King of Hearts“ as Addie April 3, 2015

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MUSIC

BY ROBERT KINSLER

Eagerly-Awaited Returns Highlight Crop of New Releases

Stellar returns from Toto and Ringo Starr, a breathtaking debut from Striking Matches and outstanding reissue from Game Theory have all been released in March 2015.

Artist: Toto Title: Toto XIV (Frontiers Records) You might like if you enjoy: Asia, Toto’s classic ‘70s and ‘80s albums, Steve Lukather Tell me more: With the possible exception of Hall & Oates, few artists have received the kind of well-deserved reassessment afforded Toto over the past few years. On the Los Angeles outfit’s first new studio album since 2002, Toto confirms their full-length “Toto XIV” is one of the best albums of early 2015. Unleashing musical chops that bring recent efforts by Rush and Asia to mind, those virtuoso displays come in the service of outstanding songs such as the hard rocking “Running Out of Time,” wistful power ballad

“Burn” and the dynamic progrock closer “Great Expectations.” The deluxe edition of “Toto XIV” includes a bonus DVD on the making of the album and a fully-illustrated 24-page booklet. Information: TotoOfficial.com

more modern rocker with “You Bring the Party Down” featuring some incendiary guitar work from Steve Lukather. Other standouts on the outstanding effort include the romantic Beatles-mining title track co-written by Starr and Todd Rundgren, the tender country ballad “Not Looking Back” Artist: Ringo Starr (featuring especially emotional Title: Postcards From vocals from Starr), reggae-styled Paradise (Universal “Island in the Sun” and infectious Music Enterprises) guitar-anchored rocker “Let Love You might like if you enjoy: Lead.” Information: RingoStarr. Ringo Starr, The Beatles Tell me more: At 74, Ringo com. Starr is entitled to look back and celebrate his legacy as the Artist: Striking Matches world’s best-known drummer Title: Nothing But the and a member of the world’s Silence (I.R.S. Nashville) greatest-ever rock band. On his You might like if you newly-released “Postcards From enjoy: The Civil Wars, T Paradise” the legendary artist Bone Burnett, “The New kicks things off with “Rory and the Basement Tapes” Hurricanes,” paying homage to Tell me more: Striking the troupe where he developed his Matches are one of the first professional chops before joining young artists in memory that John, Paul and George in August seem poised to bridge the 1962. But Starr turns things on insurmountable gap that divides a dime, to deliver a decidedly Americana and modern country

audiences. While the talented duo (Sarah Zimmermann and Justin Davis) harmonize with the magic of The Civil Wars, they are both bona fide guitar virtuosos who deliver infectious song craft and authentic music making that will likely appeal to lovers of both genres. Whether unleashing energetic roots acoustic songs (“Trouble Is As Trouble Does,” “Miss Me More”), singing bittersweet ballads (“When the Right One Comes Along”) or accessible radio-ready jewels (“What a Broken Heart Feels Like,” “Like Lovers”) and harmony filled rockers (“Missing You Tonight”), the duo’s skills as singer-songwriters and musicians shine across their T Bone Burnettproduced debut. Information: StrikingMatches.com. Artist: Game Theory Title: Real Nighttime (Omnivore Recordings) You might like if you enjoy: Big Star, the Dream Syndicate, the Three O’Clock

Tell me more: Thirty years after its original release, Game Theory’s second full-length album “Real Nighttime” has been reissued in a deluxe edition that includes the original 12-track album, as well as 13 essential bonus tracks. Although the Scott Miller-led Game Theory never received the commercial sales and widespread acclaim they deserved, time has been kind to the legacy of the band as evidenced by the artistic reach and depth of the collection. This wide-ranging album features the melodic synthtinged power-pop masterwork “If And When It Falls Apart,” urgent “Curse Of the Frontier Land” and driving title track. The release comes with a 20-page illustrated booklet highlighted by a discussion between reissue coproducer Pat Thomas and original album producer Mitch Easter. Information: omnivorerecordings. com.

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Pitbull in Concert

Camila at Fantasy Springs

By Desert Star Staff INDIO, CALIF – Without a doubt, one of the most important pop bands in Latin music, Camila bring their anthems “Abrázame,” “Coleccionista de canciones,” “Todo cambió” and from their latest album Elypse, the two smash singles, “Decidiste Dejarme” and “Perdón to the Fantasy Springs Resort Casino Special Events Center on Saturday, May 16th.

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Camila has soared to the top of the charts in Mexico and beyond. Their songs boast more than two million copies sold and have earned them three Grammy awards, three Billboard Awards as well as Diamond and Platinum certifications. They have played hundreds of shows in 18 countries in front of more than two million fans. In 2014, Camila released their third studio album, Elypse,

transforming itself from trio to duo. Today it is Mario Domm and Pablo Hurtado who make up this group that is so loved by its loyal public as they write a new chapter of success. Tickets for the May 16th 8PM Camila performance go on sale Friday, March 27th for $79, $59, $39 at the Fantasy Springs Box Office, via telephone (800) 827-2946 or online at www. FantasySpringsResort.com. April 3, 2015

By Desert Star Staff INDIO, CALIF – Miami-native Pitbull aka Mr. Worldwide and Mr. 305, a globally successful musician, performer, fashion icon and actor continues to take the music scene by storm. On Saturday, May 9th the global sensation brings his high-energy live performance to Fantasy Springs Resort Casino. Pitbull has #1 hits in more than 15 countries and his videos have been viewed more than 7 billion times, his music video for the single “Give Me Everything” has alone received over 300 million views on YouTube. His career sales exceed 5 million albums and 40 million singles worldwide. Globalization, Pitbull’s eighth studio album, features an all-star line-up of featured performers such as Ne-Yo, Sean Paul, Chris Brown, Jason Derulo and many more. Pitbull’s single, “Feel This Moment” featuring Christina Aguilera, from his critically acclaimed album Global Warming became a global hit. It

was the highly anticipated followup to Planet Pit, which earned critical acclaim and enjoyed massive commercial success with sales of more than 1.7 million albums and 19 million singles. “Don’t Stop The Party” was released on the heels of Pitbull’s 2 million-selling single “Back In Time,” the chart-topping anthem from the action-adventurecomedy Men In Black 3. Pitbull’s new single “Time Of Our Lives” featuring Ne-Yo is another worldwide smash. His world tours have sold out concerts in United States, Canada and Europe, before bringing the party to the Japan, China, Latin America and Australia. T ickets for the 8PM performance go on sale Tuesday, March 31st for $129, $99, $89, $69 at the Fantasy Springs Box Office, via telephone (800) 827-2946 or online at www. FantasySpringsResort.com.

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The 4th Annual American Documentary Film Festival Opens

Peter Bogdanovich and Bill Teck at the Opening Night of the American Documentary Film Festival, March 27th before the screening of One Day Since Yesterday: Peter Bogdanovich & The Lost American Film. Photo by Pat Krause. By Pam Price Documentaries covering diverse topics from the California Premier of the 27-minute Swift Water Place to a 66-minute film

from Greece’s delving into the impact of Turkish soap operas gave you an idea of what makes this yearly five-day film festival so popular. “There is a documentary

for every interest,” said Grace Robbins, author that shared a hot dog with Brenda Vaccaro, actress seated by Joel Douglas, second son of Kirk Douglas and

brother to Michael Douglas. His body of work includes eight documentaries, three episodic television series, and 175 commercials. This year the spotlight was on Peter Bogdanovich American filmmaker. His latest film, One Day Since Yesterday: Peter Bogdanovich & The Lost American film screened on March 26, opening night at the Camelot Theatre in Palm Springs to an audience who obviously thrives on esoteric films, whether they are 8 minutes ( The Surreal and the Self ) or a Bogdanovich masterpiece entitled Directed by John Ford. This 110-minute documentary delving into the legendary directors’s genre defining westerns. This year’s selections brought approvals from serious film fans, such as Marilyn Sue Will who said she planned her documentary itinerary to the Festivals finale, a “mystery screening- that was the closing

night film from Switzerland.” Teddy Grouya, Festival Director said this documentary “is one of the best verite films that break down the barriers between documentary and narrative works.” The film menu reads like a travel log with documentaries submitted from the UK, Slovania, Netherlands, United Arab Republic, Cyprus, Argentina, Italy, Norway, Brazil and Romania. The Presenting Sponsor of the event was Renova. Solar and the official lodging partner, the Saguaro in Palm Springs. Additional sponsors making this year’s AMDOC’s a success was Brandini Toffee, Rancho Mirage Public Library and Destination PSP, products for the Palm Springs Lifestyle. The catering for the opening reception was presented by the Culinary Arts Food Education Academy from Rancho Mirage High School Pamela Price is the vice chairman of the Cathedral City Public Arts Commission

The 10th annual Fashion Week at El Paseo Continued from Page 1 Gaga, Katy Perry and an A-list of Celebrities. Events always have a reception prior to the fashion show on the long runway with guests seated on both sides for viewing these fabulous fashions. Thursday brought eleven FIDM Design Graduates to debut their collections. These are rising stars in the fashion world that are in their third year at FIDM, Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising, Friday saw Saks Fifth Avenue present Roberto Cavalli with his 2015 Spring Couture Design collection. Saturdays Fashion Week event held its Finale with

fashion designer Gemma Kahng, who is known for her edgy and feminine styles to the Runway. Some of the shows benefit local charities such as Humane Society of the Desert, Girlfriend Factor, Junior League of Palm Springs Desert Communities, Women Leaders Forum and Fashion Group International of Palm Springs. Each day of Fashion week shows had almost been standing room only as the tent was filled with men and women wanting to see the latest fashions and maybe even buy an article of clothing at one of the many trunk shows or discounts at local shops.

Michael Costello with his creations worn by Lady Gaga and Beyonce

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Project Runway Designers, Michelle Lesniak, Michael Costello, Dom Streater, Daniel Esquivel and Patricia Michaels. April 3, 2015

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Food and Wine Festival Story and Photos by Pat Krause The Aqua Caliente Casino Resort Spa sponsored the Food & Wine Festival during Fashion Week on March 27th thru the 29th. The event started with a 4-course luncheon on Friday the 27th. The Friends of James Beard luncheon showcased female celebrity chefs that gave demonstrations of the courses of food served to the guests. This is the fifth year this event has been held in the big white tent on Larkspur in Palm Desert. Co-producers for the festival were Dominic Peterson and Tony Marchese with the theme, A Salute to Women. Female Chefs, Cat Cora, Brooke Williamson, Lulu Powers and Gale Gand treated the guests to some of the fabulous dishes they are known for. Four different wines were served with each course provided by Wine Australia that are to enrich the pallets of the guests. Cat Cora from the Food Network, Award winning Pastry chef, Gale Gand with Restaurant owner Brooke Williamson and Author and

caterer LuLu Powers each described the portion of the meal that was served. The guests enjoyed the music of the Michael Holmes Trio while they ate. Catering was provided by chef Scott Robertson of New Leaf Catering. Saturday and Sunday of the event will be two days of grand tasting of foods and Wines. Wineries, Cat Cora, Cossi Houegban, Chef at Two Bunch Palms in DHS and Tony Marchese and Dominic Peterson - co-producers Brooke Williamson local restaurants and chef demonstrations will be enjoyed by more than 3000 people. There is a market place for purchase of the wines tasted. 25 chefs will give demonstrations and wineries will explain wine blending with the foods served. Serving the correct wine with a meal is an art most people are not aware of. Chef demonstrations will give guests a new incite into the preparation of foods. Each chef is an owner, executive chef, restaurateur, and author or TV celebrity. Over 45 restaurants and over 100 wineries Lori Serfling, Stephanie Landis,with chef, LuLu Powers and a friend participated in this 3-day event.

Christopher Meloni on Acting and Balancing Career With Family Continued from Page 1

The first episode of “Law & Order” was aired in September of 1990 and has been continuously successful for almost 24 years, spinning off several other shows. To what do you attribute the success of this franchise? Meloni: I think it’s the genius of Dick Wolf who came out of advertising and had a clear idea of what pushed people’s buttons. You have to

get your message across in thirty seconds and you have to make things snappy so people recognize it. It’s almost like a jingle that brings people back. I think he brought that concept into the series. But you have to have great story telling and his process was to make it intellectually stimulating. The stories were ripped from the headlines, which the audience instantly recognized. I think that’s what drew them in.

You move seamlessly from television to film to stage. Which discipline is the most difficult? Meloni: Without question the stage is the most difficult so it better be a project that you truly love because it’s a tough grind. When I did the Dublin gig, my family came to visit. We had plans to explore Ireland, but I couldn’t do it. I needed my off day to rest. I felt bad, but I couldn’t help it. (He played Eddie Carbone in Arthur Miller’s “A View From the Bridge at Dublin’s Gate Theatre) Was there a pivotal point in your life when you knew you had to be an actor and did you parents support you career choice? Meloni: My parents were surprisingly cool. They always encouraged me to make my own decisions. As I got through my teen years it was “What college do you want to go to?’ Your decision.” “What do you want to major in? Your decision.” “I want to be an actor. Your decision.” When I graduated college, I denied that acting was a viable career. I called a friend on a lark and asked him what he was doing with his life. He told me he was going to New York to study acting. I said, “Me too.” Where are you going to study? “The Neighborhood Playhouse.” I said, “Great. What’s the number?” Once I committed, that was it.

Christopher Melon, daughter Sophia Eva Pietra and son Dante Amadeo

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Meloni: I just remember the simplicity of it. As an actor, when you’re starting out, they throw so much at you that you become “angsty.” Meisner would say answer. “Just answer.” If you say but I’m not feeling it, he would say “who gives a shit. Just answer.” Then all of a sudden you realize it’s action, reaction, action, reaction. When you’re developing a character, do you have a specific technique or is it different for each character. Inside out? Outside in? A physical life? Meloni: It’s always different within an underlying structure behind it. You have to find out what strikes you about the character. For example, Robert Duvall was trying to figure out his character of Mac Sledge in “Tender Mercies.” He found himself on the set on the first day, still clueless as to how to play this guy. He slipped on the cowboy boots and went “ohhh.” That always struck me and I’ve come to realize that’s the way it is for me. What strikes you is the small things and off of that you try to make connections. Where is he from? Why this? Why do you think this right for the character?

and your profession? Meloni: Ahh. Keep breathing and appreciate. It’s very Zen and I often fail at it, but I do believe that the tenets are there for a purpose and are right and true. Just keep breathing. Appreciate the moment. Be in the moment. Are you a hands-on dad? Meloni: Yes. I’m assistant coach of my son’s football and basketball teams. I also go to my daughter’s swim meets and her acting gigs. It’s taken me a while to be calm and take in the moments I have with my children, but I’m very clear how important it is. I was under the impression that you live on the East Coast. Did that change recently? Meloni: I’ve been here a year. You didn’t call me to tell me? (Laughs) Meloni: Sorry. You didn’t pick up. (Laughs)

What’s on tap for you? Meloni: I want to pick a good next project so that requires that I just don’t take anything that comes across my desk, and that’s difficult for me

Do you do a back-story? Meloni: Yup. Very often I I’ve got one more question. do it more almost as an exercise Is that true that you’re a card of comfort because very often it shark? gets thrown out and just kind of Meloni: (Laughs) Nope. It’s lie. It’s floating around and gets in the way of freedom. it’s a lie and you can put that in You studied with the famous You’ve got this incredible print. I’m actually the guy you Sandy Meisner. What was the career. You’re married and want to play cards with because one thing that stuck in your have three children. How do I have no feel for it. (Laughs) brain? you balance husband, father, April 3, 2015

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: HIGH END AUTO REPAIR 68375 RAMON RD. UNIT C., CATHEDRAL CITY CA 92234. Riverside County. 68350 RISUENO RD. , CATHEDRAL CITY CA 92234. Full name of registrant: SERGIO-CAMBRON 68350 RISUENO RD. CATHEDRAL CITY CA 92234. Business is conducted by INDIVIDUAL: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: SERGIO CAMBRON. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on MARCH 19, 2015. Larry W. Ward, signed. L. QUINTERO File No. I-2015-00781. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub April 3, 10 17, 24, 2015. DSW15-7072 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: FUNCTIONAL FITNESS 31375 AVENIDA ALVERA CATHEDRAL CITY CA 92234. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: BLAKE ROBERT BUTIN 31375 AVENIDA ALVERA CATHEDRAL CITY CA 92234. Business is conducted by INDIVIDUAL: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: BLAKE BUTIN. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on MARCH 19, 2015. Larry W. Ward, signed. L. QUINTERO File No. I-2015-00743. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub March 27, April 3, 10 17, 2015. DSW15-7071 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: Paradise Guest Ranch 19150 Kris Ave Sky Valley Ca 92241. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: Consuelo-Vasquez 19150 Kris Ave Sky Valley CA 92241 Business is conducted by: Individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: Consuelo-Vasquez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on March 17, 2015. Larry W. Ward, signed by D. Perez File No. I-2015-00720 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub March, 20, 27, April 3, 10, 2015. DSW15-7068 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: A2Z Catering Biz (1) A2Z Remodeling Biz 73670 Oak Flats Drive, Palm Desert, CA 92260. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: Patricia- -Illingworth 73670 Oak Flats Drive, Palm Desert, CA 92260. Business is conducted by: Individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: Patricia Illingworth. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 24, 2015. Larry W. Ward, signed by LT. Brimmer File No. I-2015-00502 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub March, 20, 27, April 3, 10, 2015. DSW15-7067

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a decree changing names as follows: 1a. Present Name: Amy Robinson to Proposed Name: Bennett Kingston 2.THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: April 29, 2015 Time: 8:30 a.m., Dept.: PS3, b. The address of the court is: 3255 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262, County of Riverside 3.a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county (specify newspaper): Desert Star Weekly 13-279 Palm Drive, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 Dated: March 3, 2015, Judge of the Superior Court, Pub March 20, 27, April 3, 10, 2015. DSW15-7065 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: Spurgin Seminars 80545 Highway 111, Suite B Indio, CA. 92201. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: Kurt A. Spurgin Chiropractie, Inc. 80545 Highway 111, Suite B Indio CA 92201. Business is conducted by: Corporation. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: Kurt Spurgin, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on March 12, 2015. Larry W. Ward, signed by L. Quintero File No. I-2015-00684 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub March, 20, 27, April 3, 10, 2015. DSW15-7064 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: Xpressions Unlimited Hair & Beauty Supply 13313 Palm Dr. Ste C, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: Danitra Nicole Jackson 65924 6th St Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240. Business is conducted by: Individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on January 26, 2015. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: Danitra Jackson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on March 4, 2015. Larry W. Ward, signed by T. Brimmer File No. I-201500600 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub March, 20, 27, April 3, 10, 2015. DSW15-7063 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: THIS GUY CLEANING 503 E. CAMINO PAROCELA, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92264. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: Miguel— Monroy 503 E. Camino parocela palm springs ca 92264. Business is conducted by individual: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious names) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: MIGUEL MONROY. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on March 11, 2015. Larry W. Ward, signed. V. BOYZO-SAUCEDO. File No. I-201500669. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub March 13, 20, 27, April 3, 2015. DSW15-7062

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: NEW BOHEMIA PRODUCTIONS 860 EAST GRACE CIRCLE PALM SPRINGS CA 92262. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: PATRICK VINCENT BONOMO 860 EAST GRACE CIRCLE PALMSPRINGS CA 92262. Business is conducted by INDIVIDUAL: Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 3/1/2015. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: PATRICK VINCENT BONOMO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on March 10, 2015. Larry W. Ward, signed. Y.R. CRUZ. File No. I-2015-00645. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE March 13, 20, 27, April 3, 2015. DSW15-7061 FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: Pacific Aquatic Techs 67596 Yagui Lane TSG No.: 730-1406466-70 TS No.: CA1400263604 Desert Hot Springs, CA 92241. Riverside County. FHA/VA/PMI No.: APN: 650-251-012 Property Full name of registrant: Ismara Socorro Luevano Address: 31255 SAN MIGUELITO DRIVE THOU67596 Yagui Lane Desert Hot Springs, CA 92241. SAND PALMS, CA 92276 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S 2b. Jose Luis Luevano 67596 Yagui Lane Desert SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF Hot Springs, CA 92241. Business is conducted TRUST, DATED 12/06/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE by: Married Couple. Registrant has not yet begun ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT to transact business under the fictitious name(s) MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED listed above. I declare that all the information in AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD who declares as true, information which he or she CONTACT A LAWYER. On 04/27/2015 at 09:00 knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: A.M., VERIPRISE PROCESSING SOLUTIONS Ismara Socorro Luevano. This statement was LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and purfiled with the County Clerk of Riverside County suant to Deed of Trust recorded 12/12/2006, on March 18, 2015. Larry W. Ward, signed by T. as Instrument No. 2006-0910304, in book NA, Brimmer File No. I-2015-00722 NOTICE — THIS page NA, , of Official Records in the office of the FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT County Recorder of RIVERSIDE County, State EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS of California, executed by: ARLETTE VAZQUEZ, FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A SINGLE WOMAN, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATE- AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, MENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTI- (Payable at time of sale in lawful money of the TIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE United States) AT THE FRONT ENTRANCE OF RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE THE FORMER CORONA POLICE DEPARTMENT OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. AT 849 W. SIXTH STREET, CORONA, CA. All right, SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). title and interest conveyed to and now held by it Pub March, 20, 27, April 3, 10, 2015. DSW15-7066 under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: AS MORE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED NAME, CASE NO. PSC 1405179, SUPERIOR DEED OF TRUST APN# 650-251-012 The street COURT OF CALIFORNIA 3255 E. Tahquitz Can- address and other common designation, if any, of yon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92263, COUNTY OF the real property described above is purported to RIVERSIDE TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. be: 31255 SAN MIGUELITO DRIVE, THOUSAND Amy Robinson filed a petition with this court for

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PALMS, CA 92276 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $132,058.39. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust has deposited all documents evidencing the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust and has declared all sums secured thereby immediately due and payable, and has caused a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be executed. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (916)939-0772 or visit this Internet Web http://search.nationwideposting.com/propertySearchTerms.aspx, using the file number assigned to this case CA1400263604 Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Date: VERIPRISE PROCESSING SOLUTIONS LLC 750 Hwy 121 BYP STE 100 Lewisville, TX 75067 VERIPRISE PROCESSING SOLUTIONS LLC IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE FOR TRUSTEES SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL (916)939-0772NPP0244949 To: DESERT STAR WEEKLY 04/03/2015, 04/10/2015, 04/17/2015. DSW15-7073 Trustee Sale No. : 00000004229936 Title Order No.: 140040019 FHA/VA/PMI No.: NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 09/08/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 09/19/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0690059 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of RIVERSIDE County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: EUGENE DORMER AND SANDRA DORMER, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by California Civil Code 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 04/23/2015 TIME OF SALE: 9:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: AT THE FRONT ENTRANCE OF THE FORMER CORONA POLICE DEPARTMENT AT 849 W. SIXTH STREET, CORONA, CA. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 28 COLUMBIA DRIVE, RANCHO MIRAGE, CALIFORNIA 92270 APN#: 688-180-015-7 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $656,908.21. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved

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in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site www.nationwideposting.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 00000004229936. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: NATIONWIDE POSTING & PUBLICATION A DIVISION OF FIRST AMERICAN TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY 5005 WINDPLAY DRIVE, SUITE 1 EL DORADO HILLS, CA 95762-9334 916-939-0772 www.nationwideposting.com BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP IS ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP as Trustee Dated: 03/26/2015 NPP0244833 To: DESERT STAR WEEKLY 04/03/2015, 04/10/2015, 04/17/2015. DSW15-7070 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-14634940-CL Order No.: 730-1405036-70 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 8/16/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): Gary F. Thompson and Joanne Thompson, husband and wife as joint tenants Recorded: 8/23/2007 as Instrument No. 20070543546 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of RIVERSIDE County, California; Date of Sale: 4/29/2015 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: 2410 Wardlow Road #104, Corona, CA 92880, in the Auction.com Room Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $1,063,912.38 The purported property address is: 47160 CRYSTAL LOOP, INDIAN WELLS, CA 92210 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 623-143-027-0 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800-280-2832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-14-634940-CL . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to at-

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tend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800-280-2832 Or Login to: http:// www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-14-634940-CL IDSPub #0079497 3/27/2015 4/3/2015 4/10/2015. DSW15-7069

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Coachella Valley Hosts 53rd Annual Rotary Baseball Tourney COACHELLA VALLEY – It is not quite the Max Preps Holiday Classic basketball showcase that took over the desert a few months back, but the Coachella Valley is in for another treat of excellent competition with the return of the 53rd annual Coachella Valley Rotary Baseball Tournament. The tournament runs from Monday to Friday, with a total of twelve teams playing three games against different teams between Monday and Wednesday. On Thursday, two semifinals will take place between the top three teams from groups A, B and C and the best second-place team. Friday, the winners will square off in the championship. Resident Palm Desert Aztecs, Indio Rajahs, Xavier Prep Saints, Cathedral City Lions, Coachella Valley Arab, Shadow Hills Knights, Desert Christian Academy Conquerors and La Quinta Blackhawks were scheduled to join the 2014 Rotary champion Palos Verdes Peninsula Panthers in the tourney. Unfortunately, the Panthers double-booked and are participating in the Anaheim Lions Tournament instead of an

opting to defend their title. In addition to most of the desert schools, the Simi Valleybased Royal Highlanders, the Riverside-based Notre Dame Titans, the Perris Panthers and the San Jacinto Tigers have all signed on to be a part of the long-running baseball event. Because it falls in the middle of the season, the tournament acts as the final, or among the final preparatory matches before league-play really takes off. This will be a great opportunity for the Aztecs, a team with to-the-moon expectations, to show how they stack up against good opponents in a high-stress, something-toplay-for atmosphere. Palm Desert head coach Darol Salazar is looking to build off this tournament and improve some little things heading into the DVL season. “We like to play at a certain level,” Coach Salazar said, “and it doesn’t matter who we play. We want to work on some things.” Not just a learning experience for some, the baseball meet will also serve as a measuring stick and a preview of which DVL teams are the contenders and which are pretenders.

Wednesday’s Rotary Tournament Schedule Palm Desert vs. San Jacinto @ Palm Desert High School – 11 am Indio vs. Cathedral City @ Indio High School – 11 am La Quinta vs. Shadow Hills @ La Quinta High School – 11 am Royal vs. Xavier Prep @ Xavier Prep High School – 11 am Coachella Valley vs. Perris @ Coachella Valley High School – 12 pm Desert Christian Academy vs. Notre Dame @ Coachella Valley High School – 3 pm DVL Baseball Standings Indio Rajahs Palm Desert Aztecs Coachella Valley Arabs Palm Springs Indians Xavier Prep Saints Cathedral City Lions La Quinta Blackhawks

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Overall records 7-4 7-5 9-2 7-4 6-7 2-10 3-7-1

DVL Batting Average Leaders (min. 34 plate appearances) 1. Michael Munoz – Jr. (Rajahs) �� .465 2. Saul Sandoval – Sr. (Arabs). �� .462 3. Dominic Huerta – Sr. (Rajahs) �� .452 4. Travis Moniot – Sr. (Aztecs) �� .450 5. Josh Celaya – Sr. (Saints) �� .433 6. Daniel Torres – Fr. (Rajahs) �� .405 DVL Runs Batted In Leaders (min. 34 plate appearances) 1. Juan Siqueiros – Sr. (Rajahs) �� 14 2. Steven Lopez – Sr. (Rajahs) �� 11 3. Michael Munoz – Jr. (Rajahs) �� 9 4. Chris Burciaga – Sr. (Rajahs) �� 8 5. Sheldon Borson – Sr. (Saints) �� 8 6. Andrew Bash – Sr. (Aztecs) �� 7 For more on sports in the Coachella Valley, follow Dan on Twitter @dsmarine7. * - Scores not available at press deadline.

Navy Petty Officer Joshua Kouma, serves aboard Littoral Combat Ships

By Desert Star Staff SAN DIEGO – A 2001 West Valley High School graduate and Hemet, California native is serving in the U.S. Navy as part of a capable crew working aboard one of the country’s most versatile combat ships. Petty Officer 1st Class Joshua Kouma is a mineman and a member of Mine Warfare Detachment 2, which can serve aboard both variants of littoral combat ships based in San Diego.

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Kouma is part of a 20-person crew, one of three detachments that assist in the manning of both the Independence class and Freedom class of the littoral combat ship. Each detachment has a specific mission once they are aboard the LCS platform. MIW Det. 2 is responsible for mine search and destroy missions that the LCS platforms are able to conduct. The LCS has a unique crewing concept called “3-2-1,” where three crews serve aboard two

different littoral combat ships, one of which is deployed. This innovative manning concept allows the LCS to spend more time forward deployed without overtaxing the crew. As a 32-year-old with numerous responsibilities, Kouma is learning about himself as a Sailor and a person. He is also getting a firsthand look at the LCS, and its ability to deliver a lethal punch while operating in coastal regions as well as on open oceans. April 3, 2015

Designed to defeat threats such as mines, quiet diesel submarines and fast surface craft, The USS Freedom is 388 feet long and 58 feet wide and weighs nearly 3,400 tons fully loaded. Twin gas-turbine engines push the ship through the water at more than 40 knots. “So far, I have been on three mine hunting ships, been assigned to two repair facilities and been forward deployed one time,” said Kouma. The path to becoming an LCS Sailor is a long one. Following an 18-month training pipeline, Sailors have to qualify on a simulator that is nearly identical to the ship. This intense and realistic training pipeline allows sailors to execute their roles and responsibilities immediately upon stepping onboard. “I am trained as a remote operated vehicle and a sonar operator. I have also completed the standard LCS training as well,” said Kouma. But more than just their primary job, Kouma said it’s important for Sailors to work together and often do work outside their normal tasks. As a crewmember aboard one of the Navy’s newest ships, Kouma said he knows they are

building a legacy that will last beyond their lifetimes. “The Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) is designed to provide war fighting capabilities and operational flexibility that contribute to maritime dominance and provide improved access for the joint force,” said Capt. Warren Buller II, Commodore of Littoral Combat Ship Squadron One (LCSRON 1), based in San Diego. “The ship requires the addition of a mission package comprised of the primary mission module plus the mission module crew and aviation detachment to conduct its primary missions. The Sailors assigned to them, epitomize the ‘can do’ spirit of LCS.” Kouma said it is an exciting time to be in the Navy, but that it’s not an easy path to take. “I love seeing different cultures and travelling around the world. I enjoy trying new foods and opening my eyes to see what is out there,” said Kouma. Through innovative planning, the design of systems, and crew requirements, the LCS platform allows the fleet to increase forward presence and optimize its personnel, improving the ability of the Navy to be where it matters, when it matters. www.desertstarweekly.com