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December 12, 2018 Vol. 12 No. 99

The Illusionists Blockbuster Theatrical Show Dazzles Sold-Out Audiences Worldwide coming to Fantasy Sprinngs Resort Casino in March

By Desert Star Staff INDIO, CA - On the heels of a highly successful multi-city tour and run on Broadway, the world’s bestselling touring magic show, THE ILLUSIONISTS - LIVE FROM BROADWAY™ (www.theillusionistslive. com), will play The Special Events Center at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino on Friday, March 29, 2019.

Full of hilarious magic tricks, death-defying stunts and acts of breathtaking wonder, The Illusionists has s ttered e re rds worldwide and thrilled audiences of all ages with a mind-blowing spectacular showcasing the jaw-dropping talents of six of the most incredible illusionists on earth.

Creative Producer Simon Painter said, “We can’t wait

By Desert Star Staff SACRAMENTO, CA – Newly sworn into his third term of service, Assemblymember Eduardo Garcia (D – Coachella) is keen to pick up an early childhood education agenda with his colleague Assemblymember Kevin McCarty (D – Sacramento).

These two lawmakers head ed t s introduced a series of three bills that would make highquality preschool programs universally accessible for California children.

This legislative package puts forward a comprehensive

three-pronged approach to this issue 1) AB 123: Pre-K for All: Targeted Universal Access, implementing targeted universal preschool; 2) AB 124: Preschool Facilities, creating new preschool facilities; and 3) AB 125: Reimbursement Rate Reform, addressing reimbursement rate reform across early childhood education (ECE) programs.

“Prioritizing investments in early education establishes the necessary foundation for building a robust economy and an overall thriving California,”

to bring this electrifying show to Fantasy Springs Resort Casino for a truly entertaining experience for the whole family. The Illusionists is the most non-stop and powerful mix of outrageous and astonishing acts ever to be seen on the live stage.”

The Times of London has declared that The Illusionists is “Magic’s Cirque du Soleil,” The Daily Telegraph of Sydney

says that “It’s deliciously, selfknowingly over the top and brain-bendingly spectacular – genuinely satisfying family entertainment that should not be missed,” and The Toronto Sun gives The Illusionists four stars, declaring that the show is, “Dramatic, genius, deathdefying and laugh-out-loud funny!” The Special Events Center at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino has never seen

a show like The Illusionists and audiences will love it!

Tickets for the 8pm The Illusionists performance on Friday, March 29, 2019 go on sale Friday, December 7th for $59, $49 and $29 at the Fantasy Springs Box e te e e 827-2946 or online at www.

FantasySpringsResort.com.

Assemblymember Eduardo Garcia Sworn into Third Term

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Holiday Socks 2018

Founder David Rothmiller, Sanctuary Client-Jacob, and Rob Woronoff.

Photo by Pat Krause Story and Photos by Pat Krause The 3rd annual Holiday Socks event was held on Sunday, December 2nd at Spencer’s Restaurant. Over e e ed t e st rs Bougainvillea room. There was a huge silent auction and as I walked around looking it seemed like almost every item had bids and some a lot higher than the item cost.

Real support for Sanctuary of Palm Springs. Holiday

s s ed e e t for Sanctuary of Palm Springs. Sanctuary provides transitional housing programs for LGBTQ foster youth.

The home has private rooms for each young person that is like a real home setting.

They have programs that help them adjust to life after foster care. They work and live alongside others who are LGBTQ individuals. They help with going out into the

Founder L D Thompson, Steve Henke, Maude, Ron Wilson, Daren Tucci, and Dennis Pleng. Photo by Pat Krause

world with skills they didn’t learn in foster care and knew that there is help out there if they need it. There were several residents at the party.

Spencers provided Cocktails, Lavish Hors D’oeuvres with sliders, french fries, mini sandwiches and appetizers from waiters that walked around the room. Always tasty food at Spencer’s. They held a fun live auction that brought a

lot of laughter along the way.

Entertainment was furnished by an American Idol Alum., Von Smith. He showed why e s st er Idol with his rendition of some very famous songs. He has a great voice, and I heard he would be singing at One Night Only event in April.

Founders David Rothmiller and L D Thompson spoke to the guests. David talked about how they are making a

difference by helping young people transition out of foster care. He said it takes a village to make a charity event. Sanctuary cannot survive without its supporters.

He told about where all the money goes that is donated.

They are hoping to make Sanctuary a Model for other cities. Hosts Dottie and Maude from Las Dames du Soleil were all dressed in Red gowns to greet the guests.

Trisha Yearwood Celebrates McCallum Theatre’s Anniversary Gala

By Pamela Price The McCallum Theatre celebrated their 31st anniversary on December 5 at their Annual Gala featuring Trisha Yearwood. The platinum-selling, multiple Grammy Country Award and Academy of Country Music Award-winning vocalist considered a “world class interpreter of emotion” with hits ranging from “She’s in Love with the Boy in 1991 to Let’s be Frank, representing a collection of her favorite Frank Sinatra songs. Event Co-Chairs were Helene Galen, Harold Matzner and Jan Salta who opened

the evening by honoring the H.N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation, its Board of Trustees and President Ronald M. Auen honoring their donating nearly $6 million supporting the Theatre’s community and education initiatives. This has impacted the escalation of McCallum’s image as a world-class stateof-the-art theatrical facility.

The sponsorship of this evening’s Gala was made possible by a circle of Patrons in Diamond, Gold, Silver, Bronze levels with The H.M. and Frances C. Berger Foundation as The Diamond Circle sponsor followed by

the Gold Circle, Helene Galen, Donna J. MacMillan, Harold Matzner and Jan Salta.

Silver Circle supports were Harold and Joyce Frank, Barbara Fremont/Fremont Foundation, Harry and Joy Goldstein, R.D. and Joan Dale Hubbard, Mary Lester, Stacey, and Greg Renker and Arlene and Jordan Schnitzer.

The H. N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation continues to provide grant throughout the desert community and has gifted more than $5.8 million to the McCallum Theatre.

Mitch Gershenfeld, Mc Callum Theatre President

and CEO said of Trish Yearwood, “twenty-seven years ago, a young woman from Monticello, Georgia hit the big times with a selftitled debut album shooting to the top of the charts producing a massive hit, “She’s in Love with the Boy,” and audiences have been in love with her ever since.”

During the 30th Anniversary year, 20172018 season The McCallum Theatre is remembered for one of the best rosters from The Great White Way, with sold-out shows that included A Chorus Line, Dirty Dancing, Rodger’s + Hammerstein’s

Honoree, Berger Foundation Director.-Christopher McGuire, McCallum President and CEO-Mitch Gershenfeld, Honoree, singer, Trisha Yearwood. Photo by Pat Krause Chairman of the Board of Berger Foundation-Ronald M. Auen and Co-chair Harold Matzner. Photo by Pat Krause

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Cinderella and Cabaret.

The opening Gala ushering in the 31st season was another successful event as Trisha Yearwood concluded her performance with a stunning rendition of the classic song, Somewhere Over the Rainbow. Ushering in the McCallum Theatre’s 2019 season are performances of the Jersey Boys, The Story of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, Bernadette Peters, Paul Anka, Catskills on Broadway, Golden Dragon Acrobats, The Wizard of Oz, and violinist, Joshua Bell.

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Tips in taking Required Distributions (RMDs) From Retirement Savings

By Janice Gough 10. Owners of Roth IRAs do not have to take RMDs. Roth owners can leave the money in there for their heirs to enjoy if they so desire. Roth accounts are funded with after-tax dollars; therefore, when the time comes during retirement that you do need the money, you can withdraw all contributions along with earnings, tax-free. Now, with heirs: some rules govern their withdrawals from an inherited Roth, and they will be subject to taxes on the money and are subject to RMDs.

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9. RMDs must begin before April 1 of the year after the owner turns Age 70 ½.

In other words, if you turn 70½ some- time this year, you’ll have to begin taking money from your retirement account(s) before April 1 of 2019, unless you haven’t yet retired. If you are a 5 percent owner of the business sponsoring the retirement plan, RMDs must begin once you turn 70½, even if you haven’t yet retired. But if you are not a part owner of the business and you have retired, eed t t e t t rst before next April 1, the RMD you take before April 1 of 2019 is for the tax year 2018; and on December 31 of 2019, you have to take another RMD, for the tax year 2018. This is because once you’ve turned 70½, the deadline changes and withdrawals must be made by December 31st of all subsequent years or you must pay a 50 percent penalty on the amount of the withdrawal.

8. RMD Rules Apply to All Employer-Sponsored Retirement Plans. That des r t s r 401(k), 403(b) and 457(b) plans. The rules also apply to traditional IRAs and IRAbased plans such as SEPs, SARSEPs and SIMPLE IRAs.

7. The IRS provided Tables used to calculate the amount of the RMD for each account.

You must calculate the RMD for each retirement account you have. The tables provided by the IRS are for life expectancies: The Joint and Last Survivor Table is what se t e s e e e r of the account is your spouse and your spouse is more than ten years younger than e ed et e Table is used if your spouse s t rs e e e r or your spouse is not more than ten years younger. The Single Life Table is used if re e e r account (an inherited IRA).

6. Calculation of RMDS must be done separately; however, you can take all the Money from a Single account.

At least, you can use for IRAs and 403(b)s. While you have to go through the work of separate calculations for each account, you don’t have to take as many withdrawals as you have accounts; instead, you can opt to take the money from one or more accounts. RMDs required from Group retirement plans, such as 401(k) and 457(b) plans, do have to be taken separately from each of those

plan accounts, this is due to administration of Group plans.

5. You are accountable if the calculation is not correct right. Your IRA custodian or retirement plan administrator may calculate the RMD, however, You, as the account owner, are the one who’s ultimately responsible for calculating the amount of the RMD, thus make sure you check your work.

4. Remember. It is Required Minimum Distribution That means you can take more than that if you want, or need to. But you can’t take less. You may not apply the extra to next year’s RMD, which starts the clock ticking again.

3. The Time Schedule Must be met! If you fail to take an RMD on time, you’ll be hit with a penalty of 50 percent on the amount that should have been withdrawn, which means that if you were supposed to take $10,000

by December 31 and didn’t, you’d get penalized $5,000 for the omission. This is money that can go up in smoke 2. There are ways to get the Penalty waived. If you can convince the IRS that

your failure to withdraw the full and correct amount “was due to reasonable error and that reasonable steps are being taken to remedy the shortfall,” you might be able to avoid the penalty. To qualify, though, you et e r d attach a letter of explanation.

1. RMDS are Taxed at your Regular Tax Rate.

The percentage you’ll be paying is based on your income tax bracket.

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Giving Our Board a (Financial) Break

By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. CCAL Dear Mr. Richardson, We just received a set of amended bylaws and CC&Rs presented to us for a vote. One section concerns us, it says that the board can vote itself a waiver of monthly assessments if the HOA is self-managed.

The board states that the documents have been approved by an attorney they hired to help them with updating these documents.

You wrote previously that if an association has no professional manager, it is probably innocently violating many laws.

Your column is awesome!

Sincerely, D.W., Goleta

Dear D.W.: The Davis-Stirling Common Interest Development Act has become so complicated and changes so often that it is quite d t r ss t st er te t t ed and competent professional manager (either general managers on-site or portfolio managers working through

a company). To operate completely in compliance with the law and its extensive disclosures and procedures, a volunteer in a self-managed association will normally work so many hours that it seems unfair. Indeed, when I see associations having great d t se ts t er board, it is usually because one or two directors work 20 or more hours a week on HOA business and potential board candidates are unable or unwilling to commit to that amount of time.

One idea which comes up occasionally is to give the d re t rs re since they are working for free for the community.

Nothing in the Davis-Stirling ts e s st e HOA cannot compensate volunteers. So, paying volunteers is not illegal.

Most HOA bylaws have a provision banning HOAs from compensating a director for board service but allowing it to reimburse the director for out of pocket costs incurred on behalf of the HOA. It may seem fair to help the hard working volunteers serving on the board, and there are many ways of December 12, 2018

compensating directors, such as assessment discounts or credits, rebates, or outright salaries. However, giving a director compensation in any form is a very bad idea.

California law provides some very powerful protections for volunteer directors. The “Business Judgment Rule” of Corporations Code Section 7231.5, which protects a volunteer director from liability so long as the director acts in good faith, seeking the best interests of the association, and with reasonable care.

Take any compensation, even a dollar, and that immunity from the Business Judgment Rule is gone.

The Davis-Stirling Act contains another powerful protection for volunteers at Civil Code 5800. If the association has directors and ers s r e coverage in place (different from the HOA’s normal liability insurance) in the prescribed amounts, volunteer directors are personally immune (protected) from liability for their actions, so long as they act within their role, in good faith, and are not acting deliberately or

grossly negligently. Directors receiving any compensation for their service are no longer volunteers and lose this important legal protection.

Some may argue that volunteers taking on management duties are not acting as a director, but are simply unpaid managers.

However, managers, paid or unpaid, are not covered by the immunities described here.

It’s not worth it. Don’t accept compensation.

Preserve that volunteer status and the immunities which come with it. Hire a manager to keep current and handle the many tasks now being handled by the overworked and unpaid volunteers.

Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. is a Fellow of the College of Community Association Lawyers and Senior Partner of Richardson Ober PC, a California law firm known for community association advice. Submit potential column questions to Kelly@Richardsonober. com. Past columns at www.

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California Moves to Open Medi-Cal to Undocumented Immigrants

Supporters of Medi-Cal for undocumented immigrant adults gathered at a rally at the California Endowment in Los Angeles on Wednesday. (California Immigrant Policy Center)

By Desert Star Staff SACRAMENTO, Calif.

– California lawmakers have just introduced a pair of bills that would extend Medi-Cal coverage to low-

income, undocumented immigrant adults.

A recent University of California, Berkeley study found California has three million uninsured adults

– and 1.4 million of them are undocumented and could apply if they meet the income requirements.

Assemblymember Joaquin Arambula – D-Fresno County

– is a former emergency room doctor. Arambula introduced Assembly Bill 4, and he says he’s seen the suffering that comes with having no access to health insurance or preventive care.

“When you care about them, you make the costeffective investments into the community to keep them healthy, rather than allowing them to deteriorate and become sick because of preventable causes,” says Arambula.

The Senate version was sponsored by State Senators Ricardo Lara – D-Bell Gardens – and Maria Elena Durazo – D-Los Angeles.

Arambula sees health care as a human right and wants to move toward universal health care.

Opponents say such a system would be too expensive.

In 2015, California extended MediCal to 250-thousand

undocumented children.

Opponents also argue that the prospect of free health care would attract many more undocumented immigrants to the state and become unsustainable. But Arambula notes that California’s diversity and pool of hardworking immigrants has been one of its strengths.

“California has long had a history of incorporating those who are new to America,” says Arambula. “And it’s in our DNA, as a state and a country, to recognize the importance that immigrants play in our community.”

If it passes, California d e t e rst st te t e nation to make such a move.

During the last legislative session, two similar but more modest bills didn’t make it st t e s e se s would have extended Medi-Cal to undocumented immigrants between ages 19 and 26, and to those over age 65.

Christmas Tree Growers Lose Workers to Immigration Restrictions

By Desert Star Staff ELKTON, Md. – Christmas trees will be available this holiday season, although growers say they’ve had a tougher time getting Balsam, r s er d t er r tree varieties out for purchase – and one reason is the U.S. immigration crackdown.

President Donald Trump’s effort to restrict legal and illegal immigration at the nation’s borders has meant e er r t r ers tree farms with the seasonal labor they need. Gary Thomas, who is president of the Maryland Christmas Tree Association, says the lack of workers has an impact on tree availability nationally, and he expects to see shortages in some parts of the country.

“I’ve talked to farmers in North Carolina, as well as out in the Midwest, as well as in t e est rt est

says Thomas, “that we don’t have enough help.”

Thomas said he’s seen some of the largest Christmastree-growing states along the East coast, such as North Carolina and Pennsylvania, suffer the most from the immigrant restrictions. Some farms that used to employ 25 workers are now trying to get by with about ten.

Another issue is smaller numbers of trees on the market. Since Christmas trees take eight to 10 years to mature, this year’s harvest was planted during the Great Recession, which hit the industry hard. But Thomas says the lack of workers to harvest them has had the biggest impact.

He predicts it will affect more than just trees in the coming year.

“This is hurting farmers across the country,” says

The primary species of Christmas trees grown in Maryland are Scotch Pine, White Pine, Blue Spruce and three fir species: Douglas, Fraser and Canaan. (LloydTheVoid/Pixabay) Thomas. “And wait until there’s no food on the table or in the grocery stores because we don’t have people to pick it.”

Thomas says negative

environmental impacts should keep people from t r t rt trees s they eventually end up in d s dt e e rs

to decompose. He adds for every live tree his industry provides, two or three others are planted in its place.

Palm Springs philanthropist donates $100,000 for wildfire recovery

By Desert Star Staff PALM SPRINGS, Calif.

(Dec. 10, 2018) -- Jackie Autry, widow of “Singing Cowboy” Gene Autry, is donating $50,000 to the American Red Cross and the Autry Foundation will match that gift for a total of $100,000 for California d re re e e rts The Camp Fire, now the largest and deadliest d re st te st r burned more than 14,000

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structures, killing nearly 100 with several hundred residents unaccounted for from the town of Paradise and the surrounding communities. The American Red Cross has been on the ground in the area providing shelter, meals, health services and mental health counselors to the affected residents and their families.

“Gifts like these will help the Red Cross help our neighbors who are facing the long road to recovery,” said

Lois Beckman, executive director, American Red Cross serving Coachella Valley/ Morongo Basin “We are thankful for this generous gift and her continued support of the Red Cross.”

To help people affected by disasters big and small, visit redcross.org, call 1-800 RED CROSS or text the word REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10 donation.

Donations enable the Red Cross to prepare for, respond December 12, 2018

to and help people recover from these disasters.

About the American Red Cross The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families.

The Red Cross is a not-

r r t r t t t depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission.

The American Red Cross Desert to the Sea Region has proudly served Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino Counties for more than 100 years. For more information, please visit redcross.org/ dts or cruzrojaamericana. org, or visit us on Twitter at @ RedCrossDTS or Facebook at facebook.com/RedCrossDTS. www.desertstarweekly.com

5 Tips for Coping with Chronic Pain

to achieve, such as exercising for 30 minutes three days a week or cleaning at least one room in the house twice a week and track your progress toward reaching them.

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By Desert Star Staff Pain can impact nearly every aspect of your daily life from cleaning the house to going to work or playing with your kids. In fact, according to the Institute of Medicine, 100 million Americans, or more than 30 percent of the population of the United States, suffer from chronic pain, which is pain lasting 3-6 months or longer.

Most often, chronic pain is treated using prescription opioids. However, the National Institutes of Health estimates 2 million people in the U.S. suffer from substance use disorders related to prescription pain relievers, while 60 people die

every day as a result of opioid overdoses, according to the National Safety Council.

“The country is facing intertwined crises of opioid misuse and chronic pain management. Non-opioid, non-pharmacological treatments such as acupuncture and other similar interventions can be essential in handling patients’ pain management as a complement to lessen dependency on opioid prescriptions and serve as a more effective holistic therapy for chronic pain,” said Dr. Kory Ward-Cook, chief e e t e er t e t ert t ss r Acupuncture and Oriental

Medicine (NCCAOM). “The care provided by NCCAOM t rd ert ed Acupuncturists is essential in continuing the movement toward greater integrative and complementary pain care, especially as a nonpharmaceutical alternative to harmful opioid prescriptions.”

To help treat your pain with a non-opioid solution, consider these tips:

Use Relaxation Techniques There are a variety of techniques, including meditation and deep breathing, that can help your body relax by slowing breathing, lowering blood pressure and instilling feelings of well-being. Giving your muscles a chance to relax can release tension, which may ease pain. Practicing yoga or tai chi, which involve a series of physical postures in addition to breathing and relaxation techniques, may also help reduce pain.

Consider NonPharmaceutical Treatment Options With concerns mounting about the prevalence of opioid use and abuse in the U.S., complementary, natural treatments such as acupuncture can help alleviate pain and reduce the number of opioids prescribed.

Using practices derived from traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncturists stimulate Set Goals for Yourself s e ts t e d Setting realistic, most often by inserting thin measurable goals that focus on functional health and quality needles through the skin. For of life is essential to managing example, National Boardert ed t r sts r t es e whose credentials can be measurable goals you hope

er ed t r t e re r ed t et e education and training necessary to competently deliver acupuncture services.

To learn more about how acupuncture can help with pain management or addiction, rt d r t t er your area, visit nccaom.org.

Focus on Nutrition A well-balanced diet is vital to overall health and well-being and can also e e r s food choices can increase r de re se t which leads to many chronic diseases, consider a diet low in sugar and carbohydrates that includes fresh, organic fruits and vegetables; lean, grass-fed meats; legumes; nuts; whole grains; and organic dairy products.

Keep Track of Progress To effectively manage and treat your pain, consider keeping a journal to note your pain level on a scale of 1-10 each day. Also track your activity during the day – including time on your feet, exercise and even sitting at your desk – so you can identify patterns based on what you do and how you feel afterward.

Then use the connections you’ve made to modify your environment and schedule as necessary. Family Features

Give Your Eyes a Rest - Tips to reduce digital eye strain

By Desert Star Staff Imagine how strained and tired your arms would feel if you carried around a 10-pound rock for 12 hours.

That’s essentially what you’re doing to your eyes when you focus on digital devices all day.

If you’re experiencing headaches, eye fatigue, burning, stinging, redness, watering, blurred vision or even pain in the neck and shoulders after extended time on your devices, you may be experiencing digital eye strain.

A 2018 study from e ee e e ts Unum found that nearly 40 percent of adults in the United States spend more than 12 hours a day looking at various digital devices, such as smartphones, tablets, laptops and television screens. In the same study, 34 percent of respondents said they feel they spend too much time on their devices.

In today’s always-on digital culture, it can be hard to escape the need to stay connected, but making a few slight adjustments can have a positive impact on your overall well-being.

Dr. Chris Wroten, an www.desertstarweekly.com

optometrist and partner at Bond-Wroten Eye Clinic, suggests a simple, easyto-remember rule of thumb for relaxing your eyes.

“Every 20 minutes, shift your eyes to look at an object at least 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds,” he said.

“This 20-20-20 rule can help relax the eyes and allow them to focus on non-digital objects in the distance.”

Other tips to reduce digital eye strain include: ed e t e r t ess or contrast on your screen to a comfortable level. You d t ese tr s t e settings of your phone or tablet and on the monitor or keyboard of your computer. r ss s ree is prone to glare, consider an anti-glare protector to red e re e ted t r d st t e e t light around you. Strategically placed lamps can produce the proper lighting and result in less visual fatigue than res e t r t s t d st re and adjust your seating to assure you’re viewing screens at the proper angles and distances. The top of your

Photo courtesy of Getty Images computer monitor should sit just below eye level at about an arm’s length away from your face. s re r res r t is up to date, especially if you wear corrective lenses. If it’s been longer than a year since your last eye exam, consider making an appointment with your eye doctor.

Good visual health should be a component of maintaining your overall health and wellbeing. While the frequency of visits to your eye doctor typically varies for individual needs, most healthy adults December 12, 2018

should receive a comprehensive eye exam every year or two, which is included in most vision insurance plans. Eye exams can detect vision problems and allow you to adjust with corrective lenses, if necessary.

This visit can also allow you to discuss any symptoms you may be experiencing, including eye strain.

Many employers offer vision insurance, and your human resources department can usually provide information about vision plan options.

Vision insurance can be an affordable solution and offer

e e ts t t ded in a health insurance policy. It can cover routine eye exams, st e er e e t r corrective lenses and may provide discounts for additional lens options. Some vision carriers, like Unum, also offer online tools or mobile apps to e e r e e ts d d ed et r eye doctors in your area.

For more information about digital eye strain, consumer research regarding device dependence or vision insurance, visit unum.com/ vision. Family Features

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PS Concert’s Stellar New Season

By Desert Star Staff When PS Concerts was rst r ed d e t rese t rst e ss concerts in Palm Springs, Elvis still lived here. The year was 1958. We are the oldest performing arts organization in the Coachella Valley.

Some say it was another great musical performer who actually inspired our founders.

That would be Van Cliburn, the talented young pianist from Texas who shocked the musical world by winning the Tchaikovsky International Piano Competition in Moscow that year.

It’s been an inspiring 60

year run through the mystery and magic of the musical arts for PS concerts. All of the classical artists we have presented have been exceptional and some have had careers bordering on historic. On January 28, 2019 we begin a new season of four stellar performances.

We invite you to join us as we bring you our new selection of outstanding performing artists at prices that welcome everyone.

Please visit the website psconcerts.org - to learn more about the presenters and our slate of outstanding musical artists.

Coyote Stageworks announces three additional “Play Dates”

By Desert Star Staff PALM SPRINGS, CA –Coyote StageWorks, the Coachella Valley-based award-winning Actors’ Equity professional theater company, announced that it had added three more FREE plays to its popular free “Play Dates” Reader’s Series. Play Dates is a free Educational Community Outreach Program that features fresh or classic, compelling scripts read by new and established actors and are offered at the Camelot Theatre/Palm Springs Cultural Center. The upcoming new Play Dates are “Eugene Walter At Large.” (a new, original work) On December 16, “Lips Together, Teeth Apart” (a revisiting of a modern classic on the 25th anniversary of its original Off-Broadway production) on February 24, and “A Doll’s House, Part 2” (a 2017 Tony Award winner and recently listed as “The most produced play of the season in the US.”) on June 2. All events start at 2 PM and are free and open to the public. Tickets are available on the day of the reading at the Palm Springs Cultural Center/ e t e tre rst e rst ser ed ss The Play Dates series is a chance to explore plays not often seen in the Coachella Valley that Coyote StageWorks feels should be heard or revisited. These thoughtful and thrilling play readings enable Coyote StageWorks to present exciting and compelling works that would usually be too cost-prohibitive to produce and enables the theater company to explore the works for possible Main Stage productions. The series was launched in 2013 with Laurence Luckinbill performing “Clarence Darrow Tonight!”

Last season, it was nominated for 15 Desert Star Awards and won for

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“The Velocity Of Autumn” (Outstanding Production, Staged Reading) and “The Understudy” (Outstanding Direction, Staged Reading, Chuck Yates). “The Understudy” was so well received that Coyote StageWorks included this production as the opening play of its tenth Main Stage season. Laurence Luckinbill’s “The Abraham & Larry Show” played to a standing-roomonly crowd in June. John P. Monahan generously underwrites the PlayDates series and sponsored by The Palm Springs Cultural Center/Camelot Theaters and The Monkey Tree Hotel.

“The community has responded to our FREE PlayDates staged readings,” said Chuck Yates, Founding Artistic Director of Coyote StageWorks. “Audience members have described the PlayDates series as Palm Springs best kept theatrical secret. Providing these for free to the community is our way of giving back to the many people who have supported us through the years, and exposes our audiences to many different theatrical voices and plays.”

Besides, the Coyote StageWorks Main Stage theatrical season continues with “Honky Tonk Laundry”

by Roger Bean. This new musical from the creator of “The Andrews Brothers” and “The Marvelous Wonderettes” will run for nine performances from February 1-10, 2019.

The tenth anniversary season will conclude with a production of “Greater Tuna”

by Jaston Williams, Joe Sears, and Ed Howard. This popular play about a small Texas town is the production te t e r s rst mounted ten years ago. It will run for nine performances, running from March 22-31,

2019, and will attempt to “Make Tuna Greater Again.”

Tickets for Coyote StageWorks’ staged productions are $45 – $55 for matinees and $50 – $60 for evening performances.

A Q&A session with cast members will follow Thursday matinees and each Play Date. To purchase individual tickets or subscriptions, call 760-325-4490 or visit annenbergtheater. org. For group sales, call 760-318-0024.

About the PlayDates Series “Eugene Walter At Large” Written & performed

by Joel Vig An exciting, new work Sunday, December 16, 2 PM “Eugene Walter At Large” illuminates one of America’s unique literary voices, Eugene Walter, a man who George Plimpton called “the most famous writer you’ve never heard of.” Walter met and forged friendships with contemporaries such as Truman Capote and Harper Lee. In New York in the late 1940s, Walter took art classes with Andy Warhol, stalked Greta Garbo and was given a memorable souvenir from legendary stage star Tallulah Bankhead. In the 1950s, Walter was connected to a s t ter r e and living in France. Trading recipes with Alice B. Toklas, sharing poems with Isak Dineson and Allen Ginsberg, championing new works by Muriel Spark and Gore Vidal, Walter was in the center of the literary expatriate community in post-war Paris. Moving to Rome put Eugene in the center of the golden age of Italian cinema where he worked in front of and behind the camera for legendary ers d r e re d eder e December 12, 2018

His legendary parties were populated with friends like Anna Magnani and Leontyne Price. Perhaps his most famous party was for iconic st r d r d s rt before her untimely death.

Playwright and actor Joel Vig have put together this one-person performance as a tribute performance to celebrate this great American writer known as the Renaissance Man of Mobile.

charades, and biting jabs at each other and the boys next door, Sally and Sam and d e d tt e t celebrate about themselves or their country on its birthday.

“A Doll’s House, Part 2”

by Lucan Hnath A first look at the TonyAward Winning and most produced play in the U.S. in 2018 Sunday, June 2, 2 PM t e s e e “Lips Together, Ibsen’s 1879 groundbreaking Teeth Apart” masterwork, Nora Helmer

by Terrence McNally makes the shocking decision A re-visitation on the to leave her husband and play’s 25th Anniversary children, and begin a life Sunday, February 24, 2 PM on her own. This climactic A gay community in Fire event—when Nora slams Island provides an unlikely the door on everything in her setting for two straight life—instantly propelled this couples who are discovered world drama into the modern lounging poolside, staring out age. In “A Doll’s House, Part to sea. Sally, married to Sam, 2,” many years have passed a New Jersey contractor, since Nora’s exit. Now, there’s has inherited the house a knock on that same door. from her brother who died Nora has returned. But why? of AIDS. Sam’s hyperkinetic And what will it mean for those sister, Chloe, and her smug, she left behind? This work aristocratic husband, John, was nominated for eight Tony have come out for the Fourth Awards in 2017. Attendees of July weekend. Amidst the do not need to know Part seemingly mundane activities, One to laugh at Part Two. it becomes apparent that David Lee generously the two men despise each sponsors the 2018-2019 other because John has had Coyote StageWorks an affair with Sally; Sally is season. Earlier this year, panicked and melancholy David Lee also issued a because she is pregnant and $30,000 challenge grant fears miscarriage, and Chloe that doubled any donation seems determined to drive the company received. them all mad with her constant e r t e e ts chatter and enthusiasm for from the expert leadership of musical comedies. Through its Business Advisory Board, monologues unheard by comprised of Barbara Keller, the others, the characters David Lee, Dorothy Lefkowitz, reveal a desperate sense of John P. Monahan, Ann Sheffer, individual isolation. The only and Martin Wiviott. It also people these four characters e e ts r t e s ts d re e re t e and advice from its Artistic men partying in the houses Advisory Board, comprised on either side of them. As of Lucie Arnaz, Gloria Loring, they divert themselves from Laurence Luckinbill, and Lorna their mortality with food, Luft. Source: Bob Bogard cocktails, The New York Times r ss rd e re r s www.desertstarweekly.com

Spike Lee to Receive Career Achievement Award

By Desert Star Staff Palm Springs, CA– The 30th annual Palm Springs International Film Festival (PSIFF) will present Spike Lee with the Career Achievement Award at its annual Film Awards Gala. The Film Awards Gala, hosted by Mary Hart and Entertainment Tonight, and presented by American Express, will be held on Thursday, January 3 at the Palm Springs Convention Center. The Festival runs January 3-14.

Award to Spike Lee.” Lee joins previously announced honorees Glenn Close, Bradley Cooper, Alfonso Cuarón, Regina King, Rami Malek, Melissa rt dt e ree Book. Past recipients of the Career Achievement Award include Annette Bening, Kevin Costner, Bruce Dern, Robert Duvall, Clint Eastwood, Sally Field, Morgan Freeman, Holly Hunter, and Samuel L. Jackson. r s r er Spike Lee comes the incredible true story of an American hero. It’s the 1970s, and Ron Stallworth (John “Spike Lee has been an d s t s t e rst outstanding warrior for equal African-American detective rights while creating an iconic to serve in the Colorado d d te e s work over his 30-year career,” Springs Police Department. said Festival Chairman Harold Determined to make a name Matzner. “In BlacKkKlansman, for himself, he bravely sets out on a dangerous mission: Lee directs one of his best tr te d e se t e d st r t e s Ku Klux Klan.

The young about an African-American detective soon recruits a detective and a white more seasoned colleague, detective who are determined Flip Zimmerman (Adam t tr te d e se t e Klux Klan in Colorado Springs. Driver), into the undercover It is our great honor to present investigation of a lifetime.

Together, they team up to the Career Achievement

take down the extremist group as it aims to sanitize its violent rhetoric to appeal to the mainstream. The s e t res the Grand Jury Prize at the Cannes Film Festival.

Spike Lee’s three-decade career includes She’s Gotta Have It, School Daze, Do The Right Thing, Mo’ Better Blues, Jungle Fever, Malcolm X, Crooklyn, Clockers, Girl 6, Get on the Bus, He Got Game, Summer of Sam, Bamboozled, 25th Hour, She Hate Me, Inside Man, Miracle at St. Anna, Red Hook Summer, Old Boy, and Chi-Raq. Lee’s outstanding feature documentary work includes the double Emmy Award®-winning If God Is Willing and Da Creek Don’t Rise, a follow-up to his HBO d e t r e t e Levees Broke: A Requiem in Four Acts and the Peabody Award-winning A Huey P Newton Story. In the television arena, Lee is currently in postproduction on Season 2 of his et r er es es Gotta Have It, a contemporary d te t e ss

Assemblymember Eduardo Garcia Sworn into Third Term Continued from Page 1

stated Assemblymember Garcia. “Universal preschool will help ensure our children can enter elementary on an equal footing and empower our communities with the means to curb poverty cycles.”

Garcia, who has been a longtime proponent of universal preschool, also expressed his gratitude to Assemblymember McCarty for his diligent efforts on this issue as well as for visiting his district on multiple occasions to meet with local stakeholders.

“Preschool is a proven difference-maker—breaking cycles of intergenerational poverty, addressing our education achievement gap and keeping kids out of our juvenile justice system,” said Assemblymember McCarty.

These measures have already received support from the California Federation of Teachers as well as Early Edge California, and they are expected to run complementary with Governorelect Newsom’s own early education platform. r s rst ee in session, Assemblymember Garcia has already rolled up his sleeves and set straight to work introducing and adding his name onto a handful of bills geared to support his district including: AB 55, (E. Garcia): Department of Veterans Affairs: veterans’ services www.desertstarweekly.com

AB 56, (E. Garcia): Central Procurement AB 11, (Chiu/E. Garcia): Affordable Housing and Infrastructure Financing Agency AB 10, (Chiu/ E. Garcia): Low Income Housing Tax Credit AB 17, (Salas/E. Garcia): Vote by Mail AB 39, (Muratsuchi/ E. Garcia): Local Control

Funding Formula ACA 1, (AguiarCurry/ E. Garcia): Local Government Financing Assemblymember Eduardo Garcia (D-Coachella) serves as the chairperson of the Assembly Committee on Water, Parks, and Wildlife. He represents the 56th district, which comprises the cities

and communities of Blythe, Brawley, Bermuda Dunes, Calexico, Calipatria, Cathedral City, Coachella, Desert Hot Springs, El Centro, Holtville, Imperial, Indio, Mecca, Oasis, North Shore, Salton Sea, Thermal, Thousand Palms, and Westmorland.

PALM SPRINGS Jazzville PS Presents An

Evening of Be-Bop and Swing of the 50s and 60s Cinema Francais: Palm Springs French Film Festival at The Cultural Center Dec. 31 Baloney – San Francisco’s Gay All Male Live Revue Outlandish – Dec. 8 @ 8:00 PM Air Museum – For Love of Life & Country Dec. 29 @ 1:00 PM Fit After Fifty Exercise for Seniors at the Mizell Senior Center Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, & Fridays 8:00 am to 9:00 am Tuesdays & Thursdays 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm For more information, 760-323-5689 New Year’s Eve Partyes rt re r s show and concert Dec. 31 8:00pm Jazzville New Year’s Eve Extravaganza! Feat. Bob Desena Latin Jazz Group Dec. 31, 2018 The Club at hotel ZOSO Elvis Christmas Gospel Show Dec. 15, 2018 First Southern Baptist Church Palm Springs Hanukkah Party! Feat. Yiddish Super Group, Klezmer Music Dec. 9, 2018 Tea & Coffee Tasting Recurring weekly on Friday until Jan. 25, 2019 Wabi Sabi Japan Living

PALM DESERT LeAnn Rimes Christmas

Tour at the McCallum Theatre Dec. 15 @ 8:00 PM Celebrate The Season With Santa and His BrandNew Workshop at e est e d Now - Dec. 26 2018 All Day Long Palm Desert Center Street Photography: “On and Off The Street” at UCR UCR Palm Desert Campus Now - Jan 19 2019 All Day Mildly Wild New Year’s Eve Party Dec. 31, 2018 The Living Desert Time: 6:00 PM Great Russian Nutcracker Dec. 17, 2018 McCallum Theatre 8:00PM

LA QUINTA

This past Spring, my mother Lisa Rivera one of Desert Hot Springs favorite Postal Employee, was diagnosed with Cancer. She’s fought hard and has yet to give up, and with the Grace of God is recovering tremendously. Unfortunately, my mother has been off of work for a long time as well as her husband who has been by her side, caring for her every second of the day. If you could take some time to help donate to her and continue your prayers, that would be a real blessing.

Thank you! Joseph Rivera

https://www.gofundme.com Search bar: Lisa Rivera

Study the Word at La Quinta Library Sundays at 3 p.m. Email: Graceofgodworshipcenterchurch.com Winter Fun Night at the Library Bring the family for a winter night of stories, music, a craft, game, and hot chocolate! Dec. 19 @ 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Gingerbread Lane Dates: 12/1/2018, 12/8/2018, 12/15/2018, 12/22/2018 Old Town Artisan Studio Time: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM Free Continued on page 18

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HOROSCOPES ARIES

You’re out and about, in and of the world. All the world, its people, events, food, travel, adventures, mountain peaks, plains, cultures, civilization – call you to participate.

Perhaps you’ll consider writing a book, perhaps publishing becomes interesting or travel. Think deeply on your goals. Create more. Ponder upon this statement, “I see the goal, I reach that goal and then I see another.”

TAURUS I ask that you also think on the statement at the end of Aries. And then observe the many and varied goals, dreams, hopes & wishes that ter t r r de day. There’s not enough time, day or night, to accomplish all the inside and outside work, preparation and plans before you. There’s also the issue of money, which may be uncomfortable, yet is most important to consider. You have many resources yet untapped.

GEMINI What are your holiday plans?

Will you prepare with your s t t ers r t e particular? I suggest you plan with the one closest to you.

The last new moon’s silver path shines on your relationships, especially one in particular. A new intimacy is being called for.

Is it with love, sex, marriage, money, one or all this together?

DECEMBER 12 – 18, 2018 ASTROLOGICAL FORECAST BY RISA D’ANGELES

You and another need to travel somewhere. Make plans.

CANCER Your health at this time is most important. Focusing on this, and not much else, is best because you have the capacity to heal more quickly now. Appropriate and healthful foods also must be a focus. You’re considering preparing foods to give as gifts? Simultaneously, endless tasks and responsibilities keep appearing. Decline most of them. You need rest, good natural light, a plant and a few good books to read.

LEO You need a bit more adventure, fun, play and being tended to in a most creative way. You need to accept invitations, go to parties and festivities, be with friends, attend plays, art shows, galleries, dances, and visit other people’s homes.

You need both a Christmas tree and a Hanukkah bush with lights and candles everywhere. You need to be loved, cared for, recognized and then loved some more.

Who can do this best?

VIRGO You’re the light bearer to your family this year. You’re the one who must connect them, one to the other, create festivities of domestic comfort and care. You must begin to plan a large gathering so

those who have no family can feel at home (where you are).

You must merge realities that are separated, unify what is opposed, and synthesize all the parts and pieces. You love being given these tasks.

LIBRA Being out and about in neighborhoods, dropping in on neighbors, driving around town to view holiday lights, charitable parties with friends, unboxing holiday de r t s d re t trim the tree (Hanukkah bush), seeing relatives, phoning, sending emails, holiday cards, having dinners – you love and cherish these festivities, looking forward to the beauty of the season all year. We wish we could join you.

SCORPIO For the next several weeks it seems a light is shining upon you. You’ll feel lucky, capable, resourceful, wealthy, emotionally supported. Don’t run out and buy everything you fancy, anything that sparkles brightly, unless it’s for loved ones. Then be lavish.

However, most appreciated would be your heart offered to another. Even simply to a friend. We think of you as internal, hidden, watchful.

Give a little more for a while.

SAGITTARIUS All parts of you are active, energetic, hopeful (we hope).

You also become a bit more impulsive, quick to anger, impatient, wanting your own way (for a time). We see you as being more assertive, daring like a warrior. You become very attractive. However, be careful with communicating, driving, walking running, using tools, implements.

Things red, hot and sharp (all of which, to some, you are) might attack. You’re laughing.

That’s good. Caution.

CAPRICORN You may be in need of rest.

Soon you’ll need to be out and about in the public more, so take this time to draw back, do less work. You can still plan agendas and consider creative goals. However, don’t act upon them immediately, instead make health, rest, and well-being your central focus. Allow these thoughts to direct your actions for at least a month. Blend grassfed whey in raw or nut milk for protein and strength. Add a bit of chocolate, something green (parsley, kale, etc.) a banana and a date or two.

Pay all bills promptly, don’t worry about money. You’re beginning to thrive differently, in so many alternate ways.

PISCES You become more public with leadership qualities naturally emerging. A forum or group recognizes, invites and accepts your gifts of communication, intelligence and knowledge.

You prepare. However, you are aware that at any time in the life of Pisces, things dissolve away.

So you are hopeful, patient, accepting, yet you’re also wary, cautious, circumspect, careful and coiled like a snake in preparation, which is good enough and right (for now).

Risa D’Angeles is the founder and director of the Esoteric & Astrological Studies Research Institute: Risa’s Esoteric Astrology. She can be reached at risagoodwill@gmail.com.

AQUARIUS Everything personal and professional has the green light. You have energy and enthusiasm, hopes and wishes along with opportunities and invitations. Amidst the many possibilities, attend only one or two at a time, bringing them to successful conclusions.

Then focus on several more.

Feds Push for More Drilling, Weaken Protections for Sage Grouse

An Interior Department proposal would eliminate about 80 percent of sage grouse habitat currently protected under the 2015 conservation plan. (Nick Myatt/Oregon Dept. of Fish and Wildlife)

By Desert Star Staff PORTLAND, Ore. – The Trump administration wants to ease protections on sagegrouse habitat across the West, opening up millions of acres to drilling, mining and other resource extraction.

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has released proposals in seven of the 11 states, including Oregon, where the 2015 Sage-Grouse Conservation Plan is currently in place.

According to Ken Rait, project director of The Pew Charitable Trusts’ Public Lands Program, the proposal

eliminates 80 percent of the 11 million acres of habitat protected from oil and gas development under the current plan.

“This administration is focused on reducing any kinds of restrictions on energy development, and now we December 12, 2018

see tens of millions of acres of sage-grouse habitat falling victim,” says Rait.

The protected habitat is important for about 350 western species in the socalled sagebrush sea. The Interior Department says the move comes at the request of states for more e t ds The agency will accept public comments on amending the 2015 plan through Jan. 8, 2019.

Matt Holloran, a leading sage-grouse scientist with the r er t ser t says it took several years to develop the 2015 plan. He says a wide range of interests came together, including conservation and sportsmen’s groups, farmers and livestock producers, and local, state and federal governments.

Holloran believes the Trump administration is throwing all that collaboration away with its new proposal.

“It’s a mistake,” says Holloran. “I don’t think they

e s e t ss for making the changes.

They’re losing a range-wide, landscape-scale perspective on grouse conservation, which I think was the critical role that the federal plans played beyond the state plans.”

The new plan would open up millions of acres to energy producers. But Rait notes the 2015 plans did not eliminate oil and gas development – and points out that only onet re s t ed to high potential for drilling overlap sage-grouse habitat.

“The BLM is choosing to e ds e t sed locally supported plans to e e t t e e er de e e t industry, for whom fourt s t e ds re not enough,” says Rait.

The sage grouse has lost 95 percent of its historic population across its 11-state range.

Support for this reporting was provided by The Pew Charitable Trusts. www.desertstarweekly.com

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BY THEDA KLEINHANS REICHMAN

Give A Gift Of Entertainment Christmas is just around the corner. If you are still shopping for a stocking stuffer or a fun gift for a friend here are a few entertaining ideas to consider.

The DVD for “Crazy Rich Asians” is delightful, and you don’t have to be Asian to appreciate this charming take on the Cinderella story based on Kevin Kwan’s 2013 best seller. Directed by Jon M.Chu, with a screenplay by Peter Chiarelli, this romantic comedy deals with the relationship between Rachel Chu (Constance Wu), a sweet Asian American economics professor and Nick Young (British Malaysian actor Henry Golding) the son of a super wealthy family in Singapore. Rachel has no idea how rich Nick is but ets e e t e rst class to Singapore to attend his best friend’s wedding. Nick also wants his family to meet Rachel, but things don’t go well at all when his mother Eleanor (Michelle Yeoh) thinks her son might want to marry her. It turns out that his beloved grandmother, who raised him (Chinese American actress Lisa Lu) also is not pleased.

She wants him to marry a real Asian, not an Asian American.

His whole family disapproves of their relationship, except

his charming, very beautiful and super-rich cousin Astrid (Gemma Chan).

On the plus side, Rachel also receives comfort and much-needed information from her college friend Goh Peik Lin s ret r ed to live with her family in Singapore. You, the audience, will root for Rachel who truly loves Nick, but will their relationship be able to endure when pitted against so much family disdain and distrust?

DVD special features include commentary by director Jon M. Chu and novelist Kevin Kwan, deleted scenes and a gag reel. Rating: PG-13 for some suggestive material and language. Running time will be 2 hours, 1 minute.

For the kids on your list, there’s the animated “Small Foot,” a musical tale about the adventures of a young Yeti (voiced by Channing Tatum) and his new found friend, a human newscaster (James Corden). To each of them, the other does not exist--that is until they make contact with one another and eventually form a friendship. The Yetis do not believe in human beings but know if they do exist they will be dangerous. The same

“Crazy Rich Asians” holds for the humans who dwell at the base of the huge mountaintop where the Yetis live. What happens next is fun for the whole family--especially t e sters e features music by Zendaya and Common. Added extras on the DVD include a Yeti Set Go SingAlong, a mini-movie and more.

Rated PG for some action, rude humor, and thematic elements.

For theatre buffs on your gift list, give them tickets to see “Come From Away” now playing at the Ahmanson Theatre in downtown L.A. until

Jan. 6, 2019. This uplifting, joyous musical is based on actual events that followed after 9/11 when planes unable to land in New York were diverted to Newfoundland.

Passengers were welcomed with open arms, friendship and plenty of good food. Lasting friendships were formed and are celebrated in this joyous musical. If you want to love the world again in these trying times, this is a mustsee show that will make your heart sing. Prices range from $30 to $135 for tickets and

information call (213) 628-2727 or centertheatregroup.org.

For kids of all ages, from 8 to 80, there’s the musical “Wicked” at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre through January 27, 2019. Find out what happened in OZ after Dorothy and her little dog leave and return to Kansas. The show has music, drama and fascinating characters that include a not-so-wicked witch r t ets d information call (800) 982-2787.

Happy Holidays! And Happy Holiday Shopping!

Palm Springs Opera Guild Of The Desert Hosts Annual Vocal Competition

By Desert Star Staff PALM SPRINGS, CA -The Palm Springs Opera Guild’s 35th Annual Dorothy Nocita Memorial Vocal Competition was a huge success. The Vocal Competition was held at a new venue this year, Cal State University San Bernardino Palm Desert Campus, with over 200 supporters.

Preliminary auditions were held on November 10 and 11 and singers from all over

the western United States from as far away as Houston competed for the eight positions for the competition held on December 2, 2018.

With over 70 talented singers vying for one of the eight slots, the preliminary judges opted to add a 9th competitor t t e st e Jacquelynne Fontaine, a former Miss California, and winner of the Palm Springs Vocal Competition

in 2010 served as Mistress of Ceremonies with the contestants accompanied

by LA Opera and Chapman University pianist, Dr. Paul d e rst e er was Carlos Enrique Santelli, a 26-year old tenor; second place was awarded to Grace Kahl of Utah, a 28-year old soprano; third place to Taylor Haines, a 25-year old soprano and rounding out the top four contenders was baritone,

Ben Lowe, a 32-year old from Southern California.

The aspiring artists received monetary scholarship awards from Palm Springs Guild members Ron Lavo, Peggy Cravens, Charles Nylund Memorial Fund, W. Harvey Hoeppner & Robert A. Richards, Jerome & Mary Angel, Marc Byrd Memorial Fund, Karlheinz Kling & Richard McArdle, Stephen Lind, Thomas Patrick, Barbara Pomar & Craig Salsbury, Rosemarie Vacano, and Terry Hendrix totaling $42,500.

The judges were Dominic Domingo, Director of Artistic

Administration for the San Diego Opera and Associate Producer for his legendary grandfather, Plácido Domingo’s Operalia Competition, David Bennett, General Director of the San Diego Opera, and Susanne Sheston of the Santa Fe Opera.

Palm Springs Opera Guild of the Desert encourage and support young singers t ss st e d performance opportunities and to promote opera. For more information about Palm Springs Opera Guild, visit palmspringsoperaguild.org.

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Gingerbread Men Cookies

Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 8 minutes Servings: 24

3 cups flour 2 teaspoons McCormick Ground Ginger 1 teaspoon McCormick Ground Cinnamon 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon McCormick Ground Nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) butter, softened 3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar 1/2 cup molasses 1 egg 1 teaspoon McCormick Pure Vanilla Extract

In large bowl, mix flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, nutmeg and salt. Set aside.

In separate large bowl, using electric mixer on medium speed, beat butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add molasses, egg and vanilla; mix well.

Gradually beat in flour mixture on low speed until well mixed.

Press dough into thick, flat disk.

Wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.

Heat oven to 350 F. Roll out dough to 1/4-inch thickness on lightly floured work surface. Cut into gingerbread men shapes with 5-inch cookie cutter. Place 1 inch apart on ungreased baking sheets.

Bake 8-10 minutes, or until edges of cookies are set and just begin to brown. Cool on baking sheets 1-2 minutes. Remove to wire racks; cool completely.

Decorate as desired.

Gingerbread Men Cookies

Triple Chocolate Gingerbread

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ith 334 days leading up to December, make the most of the season by enjoying the holiday’s quintessential flavors like gingerbread, peppermint and cinnamon – with double the festive treats to please every taste.

Transform one vibrant holiday flavor into two festive treats that family and friends are sure to love. Nothing signals the holiday season like the sweet and spicy snap of gingerbread. Enjoy this must-have flavor in freshly baked Gingerbread Men Cookies or a Triple Chocolate Gingerbread cake.

Peppermint offers a refreshing, sweet taste that’s perfect for gifted treats like Peppermint Crunch Popcorn and Peppermint Bars. Also, cinnamon stars twice as nice in a Peanut Butter Snickerdoodle Tart with Cinnamon Peanut Crust and decadent Cinnamon Caramel Swirl Bars.

Find more gingerbread, peppermint and cinnamon treats at McCormick.com.

Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 50 minutes Servings: 16

1 package (2-layer size) chocolate cake mix 1 package (4-serving size) chocolate instant pudding mix 4 eggs 1 tablespoon McCormick Ground Ginger 1 teaspoon McCormick Ground Cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon McCormick Ground Allspice 1/2 cup sour cream 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1/2 cup molasses 1/2 cup water

1 cup miniature chocolate chips nonstick baking spray

with flour Heat oven to 350 F. In large bowl, using electric mixer on low speed, beat cake mix, pudding mix, eggs, ginger, cinnamon, allspice, sour cream, vegetable oil, molasses and water until moistened, scraping sides of bowl frequently. Beat on medium speed 2 minutes until well blended. Stir in chocolate chips.

Pour into 10-cup Bundt pan prepared with nonstick spray.

Bake 50 minutes, or until cake pulls away from sides of pan and springs back when touched lightly. Cool in pan 15 minutes. Invert cake onto wire rack.

Cool completely.

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Peppermint Bars Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes Servings: 36

Brownies: 1 family-size package fudge brownie mix Peppermint Filling: 5 cups confectioners’ sugar 14 tablespoons butter, melted 2 tablespoons heavy cream 1 teaspoon McCormick Pure Peppermint Extract 1/8 teaspoon McCormick Food Color & Egg Dye, Red

Peppermint Bars

Peppermint Crunch Popcorn Prep time: 10 minutes Servings: 16

Chocolate Glaze: 12 ounces semi-sweet baking chocolate, coarsely chopped 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter crushed peppermint candies (optional)

To make Brownies: Heat oven to 350 F. Prepare brownie mix according to package instructions. Spread on greased, foil-lined, 15-by-10-by-1inch baking pan.

Bake 15 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out almost clean. Cool in pan on wire rack.

To make Peppermint Filling: In large bowl, using electric mixer on medium speed, beat confectioners’ sugar, melted butter, cream, peppermint extract and food coloring until well blended and smooth.

Spread evenly over cooled brownies.

Refrigerate 30 minutes.

To make Chocolate Glaze: In large, microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate and butter on high 2 minutes, until butter is melted. Stir until chocolate is completely melted. Spread over top of chilled brownies. Sprinkle with crushed peppermint candies, if desired. Cut into bars.

Peanut Butter Snickerdoodle Tart with Cinnamon Peanut Crust

Peanut Butter Snickerdoodle Tart with Cinnamon Peanut Crust Prep time: 30 minutes Cook time: 8 minutes Servings: 8

1 1/2 cups lightly salted roasted peanuts, lightly crushed 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar 3 tablespoons butter, melted 1 teaspoon McCormick Ground Cinnamon, divided 3 tablespoons chocolate milk 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, coarsely chopped 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter 2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk 1 teaspoon McCormick Pure Vanilla Extract 1/2 cup heavy cream

6 cups plain popped popcorn 1 bag (12 ounces) candy-coated chocolate pieces 12 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped 1 teaspoon McCormick Pure Peppermint Extract 1 tablespoon red and green sprinkles In large bowl, mix popcorn and candy-coated pieces. Line large, shallow baking pan with wax paper. Set aside.

Melt white chocolate according to package instructions. Stir in peppermint extract. Pour over popcorn mixture. Toss to coat evenly. Spread in single layer on prepared pan. Sprinkle evenly with red and green sprinkles.

Let chocolate cool and harden completely. Gently break into clusters. Package in cellophane bags with ribbons for holiday gifting.

Heat oven to 350 F. In medium bowl, mix peanuts, sugar, butter and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon.

Remove 1/4 cup and spread on small baking sheet. Divide remaining peanut mixture among four (4-inch) tart pans with removable bottoms. Press firmly onto bottom and sides of each pan.

Bake tart crusts and peanut mixture together 8 minutes. Cool on wire racks.

In medium microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate milk on high 45 seconds. Add chocolate; stir until completely melted and smooth. Set aside.

In large bowl, using electric mixer on medium speed, beat peanut butter, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla and remaining cinnamon until smooth. Add heavy cream; beat until soft peaks form. Spread in prepared tart crusts. Spread chocolate mixture over top.

Refrigerate at least 1 hour, or until ready to serve. Cut each tart in half. Sprinkle with toasted peanut crumble.

Cinnamon Caramel Swirl Bars

Cinnamon Caramel Swirl Bars Prep time: 25 minutes Cook time: 35 minutes Servings: 24

Peppermint Crunch Popcorn

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1 1/2 cups flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 2 teaspoons McCormick Ground Cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon salt

1 1/2 cups firmly packed brown sugar 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted 2 eggs 1 tablespoon McCormick Pure Vanilla Extract 1 cup coarsely chopped pecans 1 package (14 ounces) caramels, unwrapped 1/4 cup milk

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Heat oven to 350 F. In medium bowl, mix flour, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. Set aside.

In large bowl, mix brown sugar, butter, eggs, vanilla and pecans until well blended. Add flour mixture; mix well. Reserve 1 cup batter. Spread remaining batter into lightly greased, foil-lined, 13-by-9-inch baking pan.

Bake 15 minutes, or until firm.

In microwavable bowl, microwave caramels and milk on high 2-3

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Men of the Desert Fashion Show and Charity Luncheon

Ellen Wolf, Barry Manilow, Lorna Luft. Photo by Pat Krause Story and Photos by Pat Krause The 9th Annual Men of the Desert Fashion Show and Charity Luncheon was held on Sunday, December 2nd at the Westin Mission Hills Resort and Spa. The event e e ts rt s who celebrated their 40th anniversary improving the lives of animals and people. Event rs ere r er and Patrick Mundt. Events like this take a lot of people to make it happen successfully.

Volunteers sometimes make all the difference.

The lobby was full of local pet lovers, some with dogs, who perused the long list of silent auction items. Nearly 50 items were up for bid that

included a lot of items for pets — other items catered to people and pet owners.

Susan Stein was the producer for the style show. Stein is the Fashion and Scene Editor of Palm Springs Life Magazine.

She chose creations for each model for his style which went from casual to a more dressed up look. Stein said always to wear what makes you comfortable in your style.

The models included Eric Bennet, Host of HGTV’S Desert Flippers, Richard DeSantis who is president and CEO of Event Management Productions and Dennis Flaig, Manager of Sak’s Fifth Avenue. Bryan Gallo, KMIR Weathercaster, Don Genhart, Founder of Men of the Desert

David Morris, Brian Gallo, Susan Stein, Mike Thompson, Gerald Green.

Photo by Pat Krause.

Fashion Show and Albert Gonzalez from Eight4Nine Restaurant. Gerald Greene, Keller Williams Realty, Scott Histed, Bennion Deville Homes, Al Jones, President CSU Palm Desert Campus Advancement Board. Gary Kief, President, and CEO, Stiletto Entertainment, Robert McCarthy, FounderCA Health and Fitness plus founder of 3-D bodywork and David Morris, MD, Chief ed er r e list continues with Nate Otto, President of Hot Purple Energy, David Romness MD, who is Eisenhower Health Emergency Department Operations Director, Mike Thompson, CEO of the LGBT Community Center of the Desert and Brian Tilles,

Founder-Corvette Specialties.

All these busy and professional men took time out of their busy days to walk the runway with a dog or dogs. The e e re se er t ts as they walked the runway with all sizes and breeds of dogs.

Several of the men walked with more than one dog. One model walked with three dogs wearing red antlers, a real feat.

The dogs did cooperate most of the time but occasionally got a laugh from the crowd when they misbehaved a bit. The fashions they wore were from Saks Fifth Avenue. There was a winner of the Desert Handsome Hound photo contest which was Jack Schultz.

Eisenhower was the

presenting sponsor. Susan Stein was the Fashion Show Producer, and Richard DeSantis was the event producer and model. The event started with a champagne reception followed by a delicious lunch. A video was shown about the programs and adoption events at the NO KILL shelter for abused and lost animals. It was a time to honor the two key founders for their love and devotion in starting this shelter. Grete Cox and Barbara Flanagan took to the stage to accept the award.

They thanked all those who support and work for Animal Samaritans. The star of the show was a three-legged dog named Cleo who helped raise funds for Animal Samaritans.

The Desert Classic 60th Media Day Golf Tournament Story and Photos by Pat Krause The Desert Classic Media Day was unique as it is the golf tournaments 60th anniversary.

Media day is held to bring the latest news to members of the media. They hear this great news at a press conference early in the morning. They learned that they have a new presenting Sponsor, Workday, which was needed as Career Builders was sold and could no longer be a sponsor for the tournament. The tournament has had several sponsors since it was called the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic. The new name this year is just The Desert Classic. To most Desert residents and me it will always be the Bob Hope Classic.

Bob Hope will still be a part of the tournament with its own spaces and of course the Bob Hope golf cart. He made the tournament years ago when he would invite a lot of his A-list celebrity friends to play golf with him. The tournament is charity based with millions donated each year to local charities. The former champion, Jon Rahm has committed to playing again this year. His wins this www.desertstarweekly.com

year have catapulted him up in the standings. In a video conference call, he said he had played here as an amateur and loved the valley. He said this tournament is a worldclass tournament and it is on world class golf courses One of the most well known PGA golfers, Phil Mickelson, will again be host to the tournament. He will also be playing as he has won several times here in the past.

Mickelson and other PGA golfers have a relationship with Workday. They are happy to be involved with the tournament as its the First PGA event in the West Coast Swing. Pat McCabe started by saying we lost a great president, Gerald Ford, who played here om the tournament in 1995 with President Clinton and President Ford.

McCabe introduced Tournament Executive Director, Jeff Sanders, a LaQuinta native. He said they are going to continue with Entertainment with Sammy Hagar and Band Co. who will perform on Friday and Saturday nights. Its a great deal for a small $30 Ticket. Albertsons Vaughn

Media day winners-John Bertram, Brent, Greg, and Mark Middleton. Photo by Pat Krause pavilion will also allow all ticket holders inside. It will be an enjoyable time for Golf fans, foodies, families and music lovers. It will be bigger and better than last year as ticket sales have increased already.

Almost 80 media personnel played golf in Media Day. Winners were John, Bertram, Brent, Greg, and Mark Middleton.

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Locarno, Switzerland –- Hidden Gem With Endless Hours of Sunshine PART 2

hotel. An easy uphill stroll, stops along the winding path DAY 3: rt ed t included the Tea Garden, Tea most satisfying breakfast I was Plantation, a Japanese Tea ready to greet this day with House, and a Zen Garden, great enthusiasm for what a perfect setting for a quiet lay ahead on my itinerary. t e t re e t t ret Stefania Casellini, my guide for somewhat mystical or spiritual part of the day, picked me up presence, the back lawn is at the Hotel Garni Du Lac at the site of “Chiara’s Rainbow,” precisely 10:00 am. Anyone a path consisting of curving who knows me can vouch for lines that were constructed on the fact that I am extremely the basis of the relationship punctual, almost to a fault, between people’s physical sometimes arriving an hour and mental health. As I slowly before the appointed time. walked the maze, I could feel My theory is I’d rather be early energy emanating from the than arrive late with adrenalin earth below, which culminated coursing through my veins. I at the rather large Mandala, know they secretly make fun said to be the point with of me behind my back but the highest electromagnetic I’ve never missed a curtain, radiation representing the train, plain, bus, etc., so being dawn of consciousness early has quite a bit of merit. d r t t e Ah. Now back to the subject soul. Although I could not at hand. The lovely Stefania r t s st d whisked me away in her car that the Locarno region is and we were off to visit the situated where the Teutonic quaint town of Ascona in the plates of Europe and Africa district of Locarno where we meet and is one of the strolled along the promenade vortex centers in Europe. adjacent to beautiful Lake Being the gracious

Strolling along the path adjacent to Lake Maggiore, one can stop at a charming cafe for wine or an espresso and take in the beauty of the colorful Mediterranean-style buildings dotting the promenade.Courtesy photo.

During your stay in Locarno, you must put this oasis of tranquility on your list of es t e e e tuned Swiss watch, Lorenza Scamara, the dedicated representative from AsconaLocarno Tourism who looked after me during my stay, was at the site at the precise

The unique interior of Termali Salini & Spa is designed both horizontally and vertically so the cascading water flows from one level to the next. Courtesy photo.

Maggiore. Along the way, we stopped at one of the charming cafes that dotted the path for a glass of wine.

While enjoying our beverages, I admired the beauty of the surrounding buildings with their warm Mediterraneanstyle architecture. As we strolled along, we encountered a vendor from ARO Trend who was selling whimsical sculptures made out of stone and metal. I did restrain my instinct to buy a piece when I realized I couldn’t e e t er already jammed suitcase.

Although we were not there at sunset, one could only e t e t sight that would be.

Back in the car, we now headed to the hilltop iconic Monte Verità in the town of Ascona, which began as a colony for artists and intellectuals in the early 20th century. Today, it is a conference center and

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hosts that Ascona-Locarno Tourism are, I was treated to a soothing “time-out,” a wonderful break in the packed schedule to enjoy a luscious massage at the gorgeous Termali Salini & Spa. Upon entering the building, which overlooks Lake Maggiore, one is immediately struck with the relaxing aromas that please your senses. This unique modern, somewhat abstract structure incorporates the feel of the Ticino river valleys and features alcoves, caves and waterfalls that you can enjoy while feasting your eyes on the vistas that lie before you. What sets this center of relaxation apart from other spas is that the interior differs in that it is laid out not only horizontally, but also vertically so that you can bathe in cascading waters, which r e e e t t e next. If you want to get the feel of swimming in an ocean, saltwater pools are outside.

appointed hour to retrieve a most relaxed me and we were off for yet another delicious dinner where we enjoyed a lively conversation about the day’s events and reviewed the itinerary for the next day.

DAY 4: Today I would say goodbye to the wonderful staff of Hotel Garni du Lac – a t ree st r te t e st r hospitality. Lorenza arrived shortly after breakfast and off we went to the 5-Star Hotel Belvedere, reachable by car or by funicular, a much more scenic form of transportation.

We were greeted by Gloria Spagnoli, the hotel’s sales and marketing manager, who gave us a brief tour of the rooms. I do have to admit that there is a marked difference in the number of stars awarded to a hotel and Hotel Belvedere deserves everyone of those coveted stars. Director, Michele Rinaldini, who took over hotel operations less than a year ago, joined us for lunch in the hotel’s Restaurant La Fontana. I asked him what inspired him to take this challenging position and he said, “I’ve been in the hotel business for 30 years and was looking for a new challenge.” He shared that he would be very measured in making changes before getting to know the staff, adding, ‘With the enormous demands made on one’s time, you have to be passionate and willing to give the long hours required of this work.”

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MUSIC

BY ROBERT KINSLER

Collections enhance legacy of groundbreaking artists

Without a doubt, 2018 has seen a slew of amazing reissues and retro-minded collections that rank among the most essential titles of the year. In this column I highlight three astounding releases worthy of exploration by music fans.

Artists: The Bangles, The Three O’Clock, The Dream Syndicate, Rain Parade Title: 3 X 4 (Yep Roc Records) You might like if you enjoy: The Bangles, Steve Wynn Tell me more: Los Angeles’ so-called “Paisley Underground” was an exciting genre blending garage rock, jangly power pop and psychedelic rock that emerged at the dawn of the 1980s. The movement’s best-known proponents – the Bangles, Rain Parade,

the Dream Syndicate and the Three O’Clock – have joined forces on a musthear collection where each group performs one song from each of the other three t ts e e t e e er title “3 X 4.” Every cut on the 12-track disc is fantastic, capturing the individual talents of the groups and strength of the songwriting. The Dream Syndicate brings an almost Neil Young and Crazy Horse muscular approach to Rain Parade’s “You Are My Friend.” Rain Parade brings a Beatlesque touch to Three O’Clock’s atmospheric “As Real As Real.” Susanna Hoffs’ shimmering lead vocals help propel the Bangles’ lovely take on Rain Parade’s dreamy “Talking In My Sleep.”

The Dream Syndicate offers up a rollicking take on the Bangles’ classic “Hero Take

a Fall,” the version bolstered by the lush harmonies of Vicki Peterson and Linda Pitmon. The melancholydre ed e rd ds Rain Parade bringing new depth to the Bangles favorite.

“3 X 4” is one of the most glorious releases of 2018.

Information: YepRoc.com.

Artist: Ten Years After Title: Live At The Fillmore East (Chrysalis Records) You might like if you enjoy: Jimi Hendrix, Jeff Beck, Eric Clapton Tell me more: Although Ten Years After is best known r t e r er er r e of “I’m Going Home” at Woodstock in August 1969 and the 1971 radio hit “I’d Love to Change the World,” the British blues rock band released a score of Top 40 albums on the UK Albums

Chart and US Billboard 200 in the late 1960s and early ‘70s. Now one of the British quartet’s best live albums has been reissued and sounds better than ever. “Live At The Fillmore East” is a two-disc concert recording (originally released in 2001) drawing a dozen tracks from the band’s performances at the Fillmore East in New York City on Feb. 27 and 28, 1970. Those who loved Ten Years After’s exhilarating approach in concert will want to get this live set featuring singer-guitarist Alvin Lee and company’s extended takes on many of their best early material including an ampedup take on the 1930s blues standard “Good Morning Little School Girl,” breathtaking 11-minute run through “I’m Going Home,” a blistering version of Chuck Berry’s “Roll Over Beethoven” and the marathon drum solo “The Hobbit” featuring Ric Lee. Listening to this amazing collection is to be reminded why Alvin Lee ranked with Jimi Hendrix, Jeff Beck and Eric Clapton as one of the greatest electric guitarists of his generation. Information: ChrysalisRecordings.com.

Artist: Prince Title: Piano & A Microphone 1983 (Warner Bros. Records) You might like if you enjoy: Prince Tell me more: Die hard fans of Prince likely picked up “Piano & A Microphone 1983” the instant it was released, but casual fans of the artist may have somehow overlooked this fascinating glimpse at another side of Prince. Recorded in 1983 at the artist’s Kiowa Trail home studio in Minnesota, “Piano & A Microphone” spans a mere 35 minutes but immerses the listener with every creative bend. In addition to early versions of his own “17 Days,” “Purple Rain” and “Strange Relationship,” the intimate re rd ds t e rt st performing a soulful version of Joni Mitchell’s “A Case of You” and a raw version of the traditional 19th century spiritual “Mary Don’t You Weep.” The home studio cassette recording has been lovingly enhanced, and the simple teaming of Prince’s vocals and accompanying piano is mesmerizing from st rt t s r t r e s

Hanukkah Candle Lighting Takes Place at the Holocaust Memorial in Palm Desert

By Desert Star Staff Hanukkah, meaning “dedication,” is a holiday that commemorates the r t d reded t of the Jewish Holy Temple following its Greek occupation during the second century B.C. Also known as Festival of Lights, the holiday lasts eight days and is celebrated at home by kindling candles.

Unlike many Jewish holidays, Hanukkah is not mentioned in the Bible.

On Wednesday, December

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5th, 2018, a public Menorah (candelabra) lighting, organized

by Chabad of Palm Desert, took place at the Holocaust Memorial in Palm Desert’s Civic Park. The site was chosen since it celebrates the forces of light over darkness.

Mayor Sabby Jonathan and City of Palm Desert staff joined in the celebration.

The Holocaust Memorial, dedicated in 1995, was created by Joe Brandt and Earl Greif, to commemorate the 11 million men women

and children murdered during the Holocaust – 6 millions of whom were Jews.

At the center of the e r re res s ted by artist Dee Clements, representing the different aspects of the Holocaust. e re s de t man symbolizing resistance to Nazi tyranny. On his left forearm the number A17874 is tattooed, the same number Joe Brandt bore.

Today the site is maintained by the Jewish

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Federation of the Desert.

In 2009, Earl Greif established the Tolerance Education Center in Rancho Mirage with the intention of telling the history of past atrocities so future generations will work to prevent acts of

hatred and racism. The center hosts an average of 5,000 school students every year.

The educational program includes a speaker - Holocaust survivor, Cambodian Killing Fields, Japanese Internment Camp, LGBT, and more.

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Last Chances to Weigh in on New State Aging Plan

By Desert Star Staff CONCORD, N. H. – People in New Hampshire have a chance to comment on a new State Plan on Aging – but not for much longer.

The last listening sessions as the state creates its new four-year plan are taking place this month, and the deadline for comments in an online survey is Jan. 15, 2019.

Roberta Baker, the “Silver Linings” columnist who covers aging issues at the New Hampshire Union Leader, says caregiving has been one of the top concerns in the listening sessions so far.

“Everyone’s complaining about needing more caregivers and more types of support that enable them to stay in their homes, safely,” says Baker.

AARP New Hampshire says it will advocate in the legislature for increased rates for providers of

home- and communitybased services, hoping to help address the workforce shortage around caregiving.

Doug McNutt, advocacy director for AARP New Hampshire, thinks the best outcome would be for the governor to include funding to raise pay rates for workers in home- and community-based services in the state budget.

“What we would hope would happen is the governor would put something like this in his budget, which he’ll produce, and he’ll put out in February,” says McNutt.

There’s a listening session this morning in Brentwood, and one on Dec. 20 in North Conway. Sessions for LGBT seniors and families are Dec. 10 in Claremont and Dec. 13 in Portsmouth.

According to McNutt, real results have come from these listening sessions.

“The current ServiceLink

The staff at AARP New Hampshire is working with state lawmakers to improve home- and communitybased caregivers’ pay, to help stem a worker shortage in those fields. (AARP NH) network, which exists all around the state to help people get services, is something that came out of the listening sessions almost

20 years ago,” says McNutt.

ServiceLink is a state program that helps connect people to services and resources related to

aging and disability. e dr t t e State Aging Plan is expected to be released in July.

Opioids Aren’t Always the Answer for Chronic Pain Patients

Alternative treatment options for chronic pain are helping patients like Justin Minyard

By Desert Star Staff Decorated veteran Justin Minyard struggled for years with chronic back pain. And though his prescribed opioids provided only minimal relief, he developed a dependency on them. Unfortunately, such circumstances are common, as a growing number of patients are struggling with a choice between addictive pills or the thought of living with debilitating pain.

The American Chronic Pain Association found that one in three Americans suffers from chronic pain, pain that persists for months and sometimes years. As the number one cause of disability in adults in the U.S., chronic pain costs

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as much as $635 billion yearly, more than the cost of cancer, heart disease or diabetes.

What’s more, chronic pain is often treated with opioid pain pills, which are highly addictive and result in 115 overdose deaths in the U.S. per day.

Minyard initially sustained back injuries while serving as rst res der d injuries during two tours of service in Afghanistan and Iraq further damaged his spine, rupturing multiple discs.

“When I returned home, I needed a wheelchair and I developed an opioid addiction from my treatment, which severely impacted my life and the lives of my entire family,” says Minyard. “While surgery

got me out of a wheelchair, the pain persisted until I found an alternative treatment option called spinal cord stimulation.”

Spinal cord stimulation (SCS), an FDA-approved, drug-free treatment option, is a surgically implanted medical device that has helped patients manage their chronic pain without addictive pain pills for over 40 years. Most commonly used to treat low back and lower extremity pain, SCS sends electrical pulses that stimulate the spinal cord, masking the pain message traveling to the brain.

Recent technology advances have allowed SCS systems to offer more precise and personalized treatment that better targets individual pain. In particular, the Spectra WaveWriter SCS System from st e t s t e rst d only system to simultaneously provide pain relief with a light tingling sensation (paresthesiabased therapy) or without that sensation (sub-perception therapy). Patients like Minyard can choose to combine both t er es t t r et e s e area of pain or use each as needed to best manage multiple areas of pain. Using a remote control, patients provide realtime feedback for personalized, targeted pain management. e e t t s treatment has the ability to offer patients successful therapy that other forms of pain management cannot,” says Dr. Louis Raso, a pain specialist at The Pain Center in Jupiter, Florida, who recommended a trial of the Spectra WaveWriter SCS system to Minyard. “When patients take real-time control December 12, 2018

of their therapy, they can better manage their pain across multiple areas of the body.”

Minyard, who has been off opioid pain medication s e s rst s ste implant over eight-and-ahalf years ago, has noticed s t r e e t in managing his pain with the latest technology and is encouraging all chronic pain patients to talk to their doctors about therapeutic alternatives

to addictive painkillers.

To learn more about SCS and chronic pain, visit controlyourpain.com, a res r e r st e t who sponsored this message.

At a time when opioid abuse has reached epidemic proportions, having a greater understanding of alternative treatment options for chronic pain is critical for doctors, patients and their families. StatePoint

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: CHARLES WAYNE COEN CASE NO. PRIN1802713 e rs e e r es red t rs t e t red tors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of CHARLES WAYNE COEN. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been ed t e er r rt California, County of RIVERSIDE. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that STEVEN E. COEN be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available re t t e e e t t e rt PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person es e t t t e et t ds s d cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: JANUARY 14, 2019 at 8:45AM in Dept.

PS3 located at 3255 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262 . IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and st te r e t s r e r tte e t s t the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, st e r t t e rt d copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months r t e d te rst ss e etters t e er ers re rese t t e s de ed se t of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in Calir t e e e t t e court. If you are a person interested in the estate, e t t e rt e est r e t e r t e e t r d appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: JULIA E. BURT, 73-200 EL PASEO, SUITE 1B, PALM DESERT, CA 92260 (760) 340-0034. Publish December 12,19, 26, 2018, DSW18-1362.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME, CASE NO. PSC 1807231, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 3255 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92263, COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. ROXY ed et t t t s rt for a decree changing names as follows: 1a. Present Name: ROXY ROSARIA D’ALONZO to Proposed Name: ROXY D’ALONZO 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 t t e e es des r ed e st e 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 e r ted r tte e t s t e ed t e court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: January 25, 2019 Time: 8:30 a.m., Dept.: PS4, 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): THE DESERT STAR WEEKLY 13279 PALM DRIVE SUITE 5, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Dated: November 28, 2018, Judge of the Superior Court, DSW18-1357 Publish December 12, 19, 26, 2018, January 2, 2019.

Superior Court Of California, County Of Riverside ESTATE OF RICHARD W. METCALFE, aka RICHARD WILLIAM METCALFE CASE NUMBER PRIN 1801308 CORRECTED NOTICE OF HEARINGDECEDENT’S ESTATE OR TRUST TO: Trustee of the RICHARD W. METCALFE Trust. This notice is required by law. This notice does not require you to appear in court, but you may attend the hearing if you wish. NOTICE is given that SIDNEY HUGH s ed TERMINE TITLE TO AND REQUIRE TRANSFER OF re er t t e ed documents for more information. (Some documents ed t t e rt re de t the matter will be held as follows: Date: 12/19/18, Time: 8:45 A.M. Dept: PS3. Address of court: 3255 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262.

Attorney for petitioner: Martina Kang Ravicz, A Professional Law Corporation, 74-075 El Paseo, Suite C-5, Palm Desert, CA 92260. (760) 776-4800.

Publish December 5, 12, 2018. DSW18-1352 NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to California Civil Code Section 798.56a and California Commercial Code Section7210 that the following described property will be sold by Sky Valley Mobile Homes, Inc.(Warehouse) at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, in lawful money of the United States, or a cashier’s check payable to Sky Valley Mobile Homes, Inc., payable at time of sale, on Thursday, December 27, 2018, at 10:00AMat the following t d r e esert Hot Springs, CA 92241. Said sale is to be held without covenant or warranty as to possession, e r es r t er se s is”, “where is” basis.The property which will be sold is described as follows: MANUFACTURER: 09985 Baron HM IncTRADENAME: Baron HM YEAR: 1986 H.C.D. DECAL NO.: LAJ9493SERIAL NO.: CB3656A, CB3656B. The current location of the subject property is: 74711 Dillon Road, Space 407, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92241The public auction will be made to satisfy the lien for storage of the above-described property that was deposited byJim Tomlin aka Jim Boke Tomlinwith Sky Valley Mobile Homes, Inc.. The total amount due on this property, including estimated costs, expenses and advances as of the date of the public sale, is $9,580.72. The auction will be made for the purpose of satisfying the lien on the property, together with the cost of the sale. Dated: December 5, 2018HART, KING By: Ryan J. Egan, Esq.Authorized Agent for Sky Valley Mobile Homes, Inc.Contact: Julie Veliz (714) 432-8700 ( Publish12/05/18, 12/12/18 IFS# 11186) DSW18-1344 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: BARBARA FLORENCE HENDERSON CASE NO. PRIN1802060 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both of BARBARA FLORENCE HENDERSON. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by RIVERSIDE COUNTY PUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR in the Superior Court of California, County of RIVERSIDE. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that

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RIVERSIDE COUNTY PUBLIC ADMINISTRATOR be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available re t t e e e t t e rt PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person es e t t t e et t ds s d cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: DECEMBER 21, 2018 at 8:45AM in Dept.

PS3 located at 3255 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262 . IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and st te r e t s r e r tte e t s t the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, st e r t t e rt d copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months r t e d te rst ss e etters t e er ers re rese t t e s de ed se t of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in Calir t e e e t t e court. If you are a person interested in the estate, e t t e rt e est r e t e r t e e t r and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250.

A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: TONI EGGEBRAATEN, Esq., 77564 Country Club Drive, #191, Palm Desert, CA 92211 760-772-4292. November 28, 2018, December 5, 12, 2018. DSW18-1348 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: MCA TRUCKING, 84471 AVE 51 APT E103, COACHELLA, CA 92236. Riverside County.

Full name of registrant: MARTIN CANDELARIO CORONEL AISPURO, 84471 AVE 51 APT E103, COACHELLA, CA 92236. Business is conducted

by INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on. 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: MARTIN CANDELARIO CORONEL s st te e t s ed t t e t Clerk of Riverside County on DECEMBER 5, 2018.

Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201816491. 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 PROFESSIONAL CODE). Publish December 12, 19, 26, 2018 January 2, 2019. DSW18-1361 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: DANACO LANDSCAPING, 15005 AVENIDA FLORENCITA, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Riverside County P.O BOX 2014, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92235. Full name of registrant: ADALBERTO--ACOSTA, 13895 RAMONA DR, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240; DANIEL--ACOSTA MARTINEZ, 15005 AVENIDA FLORENCITA, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240.

Business is conducted by :CO-PARTNERS. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under t e tt s s ess e s sted e 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: ADALBERTO--ACOSTA. s st te e t s ed t t e t er Riverside County on NOVEMBER 20, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201815894. 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 PROFESSIONAL CODE). Publish December 12, 19, 26, 2018 January 2, 2019. DSW18-1360 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: BE AT EASE! HEALTHCARE ADVOCACY, 35800 LAJUNE ST UNIT 2, MURRIETA, CA 92562. Riverside County; PO BOX 2542, TEMECULA, CA 92592. Full name of registrant: DANA MICHELLE THOMPSON, 35800 LAJUNE ST UNIT 2, MURRIETA, CA 92562. Business is conducted by INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transt s ess der t e t t s s ess es listed above on. 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 DANA s st te e t s ed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on DECEMBER 6, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. R-201816559. 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 PROFESSIONAL CODE).

Publish December 12, 19, 26, 2018. January 2, 2019. DSW18-1359 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: RAMIREZ GARDENING AND SERVICES, 31821 AVENIDA LA GAVIOTA, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: EDUARDO--RAMIREZ CABRERA, 31821 AVENIDA LA GAVIOTA, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Business is conducted by INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has t et e t tr s t s ess der t e t tious business name(s) listed above on. 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: EDUARDO--RAMIREZ s st te e t s ed t t e t Clerk of Riverside County on DECEMBER 6, 2018.

Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. R-201816552. 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 PROFESSIONAL CODE). Publish December 12, 19, 26, 2018. January 2, 2019. DSW18-1358 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: RUBBERFOOT US, 11138 VERBENA DRIVE, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: SEAN KEVIN

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FLECK, 11138 VERBENA DRIVE, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Business is conducted by INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact s ess der t e t t s s ess e s sted above on. 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: SEAN KEVIN s st te e t s ed t t e t Clerk of Riverside County on DECEMBER 3, 2018.

Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. R-201816355. 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 PROFESSIONAL CODE). Publish December 5, 12, 19, 26, 2018. DSW18-1356 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: MICHAELS HAIR DESIGN, 73091 COUNTRY CLUB DR #A7, PALM DESERT, CA 92260. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: JASMINE MARLEN RODRIGUEZ, 66765 IRONWOOD DR UNIT #2, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Business is conducted by INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business der t e t t s s ess e s sted e on. 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: JASMINE MARLEN ROs st te e t s ed t t e t Clerk of Riverside County on NOVEMBER 15, 2018.

Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. R-201815699. 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 PROFESSIONAL CODE). Publish December 5, 12, 19, 26, 2018. DSW18-1355 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: FLAWLESS EXTRACTS, 68735 SUMMIT DRIVE, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: AXION DYNAMICS, LLC 68735 SUMMIT DRIVE, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234/CA. Business is conducted by LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. Registrant has not yet begun t tr s t s ess der t e t t s s ess name(s) listed above on. 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: DIEGO LUIS REGUERO, MANAGING s st te e t s ed t t e t Clerk of Riverside County on NOVEMBER 27, 2018.

Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. R-201816082. 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 PROFESSIONAL CODE). Publish December 5, 12, 19, 26, 2018. DSW18-1354 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: CLASSIC MOBILE CAR WASH AND DETAIL, 81092 ARROYO PL., INDIO, CA 92201. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: NATHANIEL GRAHAM WHITLOW, 81092 ARROYO PL., INDIO, CA 92201. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business der t e t t s s ess e s sted e on. 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: NATHANIEL GRAHAM s st te e t s ed t t e t Clerk of Riverside County on NOVEMBER 28, 2018.

Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. R-201816182 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 PROFESSIONAL CODE). Publish December 5, 12, 19, 26, 2018. DSW18-1351

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: DELICIAS MEXICAN CUISINE, 44491 TOWN CENTER WAY, SUITE G, PALM DESERT, CA 92260. Riverside County; 13766 OCOTILLO RD, UNIT B, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Full name of registrant: MARTHA ANGELICA DENICIA GUTIERREZ, 13766 OCOTILLO RD, UNIT B, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240; JOSE ARMANDO OLVERA CUATETA, 13766 OCOTILLO RD, UNIT B, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Business is conducted by :INDIVIDUAL. Registrant commenced t tr s t s ess der t e t t s s ess name(s) listed above on 03/01/2019. 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 MARTHA ANGELICA DENICIA GUTIs st te e t s ed t t e t Clerk of Riverside County on NOVEMBER 28, 2018.

Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201816163. 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 PROFESSIONAL CODE). Publish December 5, 12, 19, 26, 2018. DSW18-1350

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: JAIMES CONCRETE RESTORATION, 30145 CALLE JESSICA, THOUSAND PALMS, CA 92276. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: YAHAIRA--LOZANO SANCHEZ, 30145 CALLE JESSICA, THOUSAND PALMS, CA 92276; JAIME ANTONIO CASTRO DE LA VEGA, 30145 CALLE JESSICA, THOUSAND PALMS, CA 92276. Business is conducted by: MARRIED COUPLE. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under t e tt s s ess e s sted e 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: YAHAIRA--LOZANO s st te e t s ed t t e t Clerk of Riverside County on NOVEMBER 20, 2018.

Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. R-201815908 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 PROFESSIONAL CODE). Publish November FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE 28, December 5, 12, 19, 2018. DSW18-1345 FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: TOUCHSTONE INVESTIGATIONS, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE 77725 MARLOWE COURT, PALM DESERT, CA FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI92211. Riverside County. 78206 VARNER ROAD, NESS AS: SO CAL GRAFIX, 68435 E RAMON #2, #D285, PALM DESERT, CA 92211 Full name of reg- CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Riverside County. istrant: KATHERINE JEAN JORGENSEN-KAHLER, Full name of registrant: ADRIAN ROSARIO REN77725 MARLOWE COURT, PALM DESERT, CA DON, 19199 TUMBLEWEED TRL, DESERT HOT 92211. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. SPRINGS, CA 92241; CHRISTIAN--RENDON, Registrant has not yet begun to transact business 65882 4TH STREET, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA der t e t t s s ess e s sted e 92240. Business is conducted by :CO-PARTNERS. on. I declare that all the information in this statement Registrant commenced to transact business under e s sted e is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as t e t t s s ess true, information which he or she knows to be false, TEMBER 2018. I declare that all the information in is guilty of a crime). Signed: KATHERINE JEAN this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who s st te e t s ed declares as true, information which he or she knows with the County Clerk of Riverside County on NO- to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: ARDRIAN s st te e t s ed t VEMBER 19, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. R-201815864 NOTICE — the County Clerk of Riverside County on NOVEMTHIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT BER 14 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201815641. NOTICE — FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATE- EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS MENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEAUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTI- MENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE TIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTIOR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. TIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE Publish November 28, December 5, 12, 19, 2018. OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE).

DSW18-1349 Publish November 21, 28, 2018 December 5, 12, STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FIC- 2018. DSW18-1343 e tt s business name(s) LOURDES CAKE SUPPLY, 32220 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE RANCHO VISTA DR. SUITE 104, CATHEDRAL CITY, FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSICA 92234 COUNTY: RIVERSIDE. Riverside County NESS AS: BE WARM, BE WARM EVENTS, BEE has been abandoned by the following person(s): MA WARM, BEE WARM EVENTS, 500 W YORBA RD, LOURDES MONSON DE CORRALES, 9629 PU- PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262. Riverside County.

ESTA DEL SOL PLACE, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Full name of registrant: SHEILA MARIE JOSEPH, CA 92240. This business is conducted by: INDI- 500 W YORBA RD, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262. e t t s s ess e s re erred t Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the e s ed ers de t t t s s ess e s sted e de re I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as that all the information in this statement is true true, information which he or she knows to be and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, false is guilty of a crime. Signed: MA LOURDES information which he or she knows to be false, is s st te e t s ed guilty of a crime). Signed: SHEILA MARIE JOSEPH. s st te e t s ed t t e t er with the County Clerk of Riverside County, signed by, Peter Aldana Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder Riverside County on NOVEMBER 16, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. on November 14, 2018 File No. R-201702594.

Publish November 28, 2018 December 5, 12, 19, R-201815818. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS 2018. DSW18-1347 FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI- BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED NESS AS: ALL MEDIA SERVICES, 31684 VIA BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEPARED, THOUSAND PALMS, CA 92276. Riverside MENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN County. Full name of registrant: ROBERT KNUT THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME REISTAD, 52660 AVE MARTINEZ, LA QUINTA, IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER CA 92253. Business is conducted by INDIVIDUAL. UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW Registrant has not yet begun to transact business (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND der t e t t s s ess e s sted e PROFESSIONAL CODE). Publish November 21, 28, on. I declare that all the information in this state- 2018 December 5, 12, 2018. DSW18-1342 ment is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: ROBERT KNUT FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSIs st te e t s ed t t e t NESS AS: AMERICAN LENDERS, ALA CONNECT, Clerk of Riverside County on NOVEMBER 20, 2018. HABITAT LENDING, 500 W YORBA RD, PALM Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File SPRINGS, CA 92262. Riverside County. Full name No. R-201815923. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS of registrant: AMERICAN LENDERS ANNEX, 500 W BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YORBA RD, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262/CA. BusiYEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE ness is conducted by: CORPORATION. Registrant e ed t tr s t s ess der t e t t s OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE business name(s) listed above on 1998. I declare FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS that all the information in this statement is true and STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, informaUSE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS tion which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF AN- crime). Signed: SHEILA MARIE JOSEPH, PRESIs st te e t s ed t t e t OTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON

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Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201815819. 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 PROFESSIONAL CODE). Publish November 21, 28, 2018 December 5, 12, 2018. DSW18-1341 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: VITAL TRAINING SOLUTIONS, 29722 NORTHSHORE ST, MENIFEE, CA 92584. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: ANTHONY EDWARD CROSSMAN, 29722 NORTHSHORE ST,

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MENIFEE, CA 92584. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transt s ess der t e t t s s ess es listed above on. 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: ANTHONY s st te e t s ed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on NOVEMBER 9, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201815525. 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 PROFESSIONAL CODE).

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There are literally thousands of animals of all breeds and ages looking for loving homes.

Consider adopting a pet that needs a home from a local shelter or adoption event.

“When you consider an option like adoption, you can make sure one less dog or cat is spending the holiday season in a shelter while also providing the gift of unconditional love to a furry friend in need,” said David Haworth, DVM, Ph.D., president of PetSmart r t es e s d forever homes and families for more than 500,000 shelter pets each year. “As a way to make adoption more

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Publish November 21, 28, 2018 December 5, 12, OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS 2018. DSW18-1340 BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEFICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE MENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI- THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME NESS AS: EL ROI SHOP, 37954 WOODLEAF ST, IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER MURRIETA, CA 92562. Riverside County. Full UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW name of registrant: SAVANNAH IVY MEHEGAN, (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND 37954 WOODLEAF ST, MURRIETA, CA 92562. PROFESSIONAL CODE). Publish November 21, 28, Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant 2018 December 5, 12, 2018. DSW18-1338 has not yet begun to transact business under the t t s s ess e s sted e de re FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE that all the information in this statement is true and FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSIcorrect. (A registrant, who declares as true, infor- NESS AS: DIVERSIFIED TACTICAL SECURITY, mation which he or she knows to be false, is guilty 7257 GREYLOCK AVE., RIVERSIDE, CA 92504. of a crime). Signed: SAVANNAH IVY MEHEGAN. Riverside County; 3410 LA SIERRA AVE F-283, RIVs st te e t s ed t t e t er ERSIDE, CA 92503. Full name of registrant: RONRiverside County on NOVEMBER 14, 2018. Peter ALD PAUL GUILLIAMS, 7257 GREYLOCK AVE., Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. RIVERSIDE, CA 92504. Business is conducted by: R-201815653 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSI- INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transNESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS t s ess der t e t t s s ess es FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE listed above on. I declare that all the information in

Bring a Pet Home for the Holidays The holiday season and the lead-up to it - is a popular time to bring home a new puppy or kitten.

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Know that pet parenting is a lifetime commitment. That oh-so-sweet puppy or kitten stage only lasts so long, so be sure that you’re prepared to give a lifetime of loving care. Nurturing the bond, you create during the early months can create a foundation for lifelong companionship. s der d t rst

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accessible, we work with local adoption partners to host regular adoption events at the Every Day Adoption Centers in nearly every PetSmart store nationwide.”

Select an appropriate pet.

Integrating a pet into your household, especially for a rst t e et er t e some work. It’s important to consider factors like how often you travel, whether your work schedule will allow a visit home during the day for a potty-training puppy and if you’re willing to provide necessary care, such as daily brushing for a long-haired animal. Also consider whether

you truly want a puppy or a kitten; an adult pet offers er s e e ts s s potentially being house-trained already and more resilient for play with small kids.

Be realistic about the big reveal. Picturesque as it may be, the classic image of a puppy or kitten making a surprise leap from a box under the tree isn’t always as simple as it may appear, especially if kids are involved.

Start by setting expectations with children so they don’t startle their new pet with a burst of excitement that can be scary for a small animal.

Rather than putting the pet in a box, for an easier solution consider bringing the pet home before the excitement of the big day, and instead wrapping

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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: RONALD s st te e t s ed t t e County Clerk of Riverside County on NOVEMBER 15, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County ClerkRecorder File No. R-201815709 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 PROFESSIONAL CODE).

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up supplies like a leash and feeding bowl to place under the tree and putting a festive collar on the new pet.

Prepare for pet parenting.

The sweet kisses and cuddles are fun, but a new pet requires some preparation. Stock up on items like age-appropriate food and toys. Look into tr sses d d veterinarian you trust for regular checkups. Also take time to pet-proof your home, removing items that may pose a health threat or create temptations for undesirable behaviors.

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Locarno, Switzerland - Hidden Gem With Endless Hours of Sunshine 5:00 am the next morning.

Although we didn’t have time to explore the neighboring outdoor site of the Locarno Lugano or Bellinzona, the Film Festival where I had the capital of Ticino, I would pleasure of walking the Red de te tt t r st r et e t te e when you book your trip. was the international premiere DAY 6: As I mentioned of Ethan Hawke’s “Blaze,” a in Part 1 of this feature on sed t e e tr Locarno, I found taking three musician Blaze Foley, which trains with my luggage, carryHawke co-wrote, starred on, and a purse just a bit in and directed. He was too much to navigate. Also, feted with the festival’s 2018 anyone who knows me knows ee e rd r s t t e de te de t DAY 5: With my trip when it comes to a sense of winding down tomorrow, direction and indeed, usually today was a rather light go in the opposite direction day. Ethan Hawke gave of where I need to be. So, I a press conference which didn’t want to face the same journalists from around challenge that I had on arrival the world attended. He in Zurich, which was taking was quite humble and very an elevator and traversing open about the personal ts st rs t dt e psychological challenges three tracks. To alleviate my he faced on his journey to anticipated stress, I made success. He talked about his arrangements with a lovely de e s t r d young woman to accompany how it was somewhat tied me back to Zurich where to a director’s view of him. If she deposited me safely a director believes in him, at the check-in counter of “I become the best version American Airlines. It was of myself,” and conversely worth the extra expense to if he doesn’t get that from a end my delightful Locarno director, “I become less than adventures with a most whom I can be.”* The rest pleasant, stress-free train ride. of the day was a relaxing Just a reminder, I strongly stroll around town, shooting urge you to avoid the photos, and enjoying another de r rt s r rst delicious dinner and lively port of entry. After I retrieved conversation with wonderful my luggage and went through Lorenza. After dinner it customs, I found there was was back to the Belvedere no conveyer belt to recheck to pack for my departure the luggage to my connecting

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Verzasca Valley Dam, also known as the Contra Dam, one of Europe’s tallest - an eye-popping 720-foot soaring structure where only the bravest of the brave bungee jump from the world’s highest fixed bungeejumping platform. Courtesy photo. tt dt t three terminals away which sd t e er forget the image of this Indian family – husband, wife and three children – all schlepping luggage – and searching for the connecting terminal. A nightmare, so avoid it at all costs. The unpleasant reentry into the U.S. did not in any way alter my very special Ascona-Locarno experience and the gracious manner in which I was treated. The region is aptly referred to as “The Mediterranean Soul of Switzerland” and, indeed, it truly is.

*More details of that interview to come.

To refresh your memory regarding the material covered in Part 1, here’s a link: Grotto della Fontana Via Madonna della Fontana Ascona, Switzerland 6612 Phone: +41 91 791 12 09 https://www. saporiedissapori.ch Termali Salini & Spa Via G. Respini 7, L Locarno 6600, Switzerland Phone: +41 91 786 96 96 http://www.termalisalini.ch/

Hotel Belvedere Via ai Monti 44, 6600 Locarno, Switzerland Phone: +41 91 751 03 63 https://www. belvederebellagio.com/en Verzasca Dam ‪Gordola | Diga Verzasca, Locarno 6596, Switzerland Phone: +41 91 780 78 00 www.illagomaggiore. com/en Ascona-Locarno Tourism https://www.asconalocarno.com/

These 5 Home Design Ideas Will be Trending in 2019

By Desert Star Staff Usher in the new year with a crop of inspiring fresh ideas across home design.

To help you keep up with the latest décor trends, celebrity interior designer, Taniya Nayak, has pulled t et er t e t e e design trends for 2019 to provide inspiration no matter your personal taste.

1. Natural and Organic.

Bring a touch of Mother Nature into your home with this trend that accentuates earthy, organic elements.

Nayak recommends adding layers of textures, like natural raw jute, and incorporating muted tones, such as terra cotta, moss green or mustard, to achieve this nature-inspired style.

2. Feminine and Free.

This style embraces a pastel palette of pale blue, pink and cream to achieve a romantic and glam look. Infuse this trend into your space by creating a striped accent wall with soft-hued tones or alternate different paint s es s se s e d satin, in the same color for a dimensional effect. Bring the look to life with fresh greenery and indoor plants.

3. Eclectic and Bold.

Nayak says “own your own style and show it off…make a statement!” An easy way to achieve this bold trend is

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to paint a door, an accent piece or even a ceiling in a bright color, like Jester Red or Ceylon Yellow. Unsure if bold colors are for you?

Take a look in your closet to see which shades you tend to gravitate toward most.

And when it comes to achieving clean, sharp paint lines, one of Nayak’s go-to tools is a premium painter’s tape like FrogTape brand painter’s tape that delivers the sharpest paint lines possible.

Treated with patented PaintBlock Technology, FrogTape is a foolproof way to get professional-looking results and eliminate the need for touch-ups.

4. Fluid and Fashionable.

Create a space that exudes effortlessness by infusing re et t e tter s d d transitions of the same color.

According to Nayak, the best way to incorporate varying shades of a single color is to use a paint sample strip e t d t t supply store as guidance to achieve a serene look throughout the space.

Otherwise, stick to a single shade and carefully play with patterns. For example, pair striped dining room chairs with a patterned rug for a fashion-forward statement.

5. Luxe Modern. A little design secret to keep in mind: mixing metals is back and in a big way. Nayak encourages

DIYers to complement metallic accents, instead of matching them. She suggests creating a palette of two to four metal tones and distributing them throughout the space in ways that are intentional and maintain balance. For a look that is glam, yet modern, consider pairing rose gold with pewter or brushed gold and stainless steel.

Visit FrogTape.com/ Trends for more trend information and ideas.

Ingenious and easy to achieve, these rising trends for 2019 will provide the necessary inspiration to update your home’s interiors. StatePoint

Border Patrol Stops Tractor-Trailer, Finds 9 Immigrants Inside

By Desert Star Staff CAMPO, Calif. – El Centro Sector Border Patrol agents arrested two individuals attempting to smuggle nine undocumented immigrants locked in the bed of a tractortrailer Monday evening.

The incident occurred at approximately 8:30 p.m., when agents were conducting surveillance on a white 2010 Volvo Tractor Trailer and a 2015 White Dodge Durango traveling westbound on Interstate 8. Subsequently, agents lost visual of the Durango and followed the tractor-trailer as it approached the Campo Border Patrol checkpoint on Interstate 8.

During primary inspection, Border Patrol agents conducted an immigration check on the driver. During this inspection, a Border Patrol canine detection team alerted to the rear cargo area of the trailer and was referred to secondary for further inspection.

After further inspection of the cargo area, Border Patrol agents discovered nine undocumented immigrants inside the bed of the trailer.

The nine undocumented immigrants were locked

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inside the trailer with no way to extricate themselves.

Agents were able to safely remove all nine individuals.

“This human smuggling technique is extremely callous,” said Chief Patrol Agent Gloria I. Chavez.

“We’ve seen all too often when people are locked inside tractor-trailers like this with no means of escape, they are at the mercy of malicious smugglers. Smuggling cases such as these are a high priority for prosecution in the El Centro Sector.”

The male driver, a Mexican citizen and all nine undocumented immigrants were placed under arrest.

Later that evening, agents observed the driver of the Dodge Durango making unusual driving patterns on Interstate 8.

Through questioning agents determined that the male driver, a Mexican citizen was a co-conspirator in the smuggling event. The Campo Border Patrol Station assisted El Centro Sector agents with the tractor-trailer and the Durango incidents.

Both drivers are in federal custody pending felony alien smuggling charges.

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‘Twas the Night Before (the HOA’s) Christmas”

By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq., CCAL [Apologies to Clement Clarke Moore] ‘Twas the night before the HOA’s Christmas, and through the community Not a complaint was heard, there appeared just pure unity; The thank-you notes were placed by the bulletin board with care, In hopes that the board and manager would soon see them there;

They told him that tenants had nothing to say, The jolly man disappeared as quickly as he came here, Amid the sound of eight snorting… reindeer?

In a moment came another, without much ado, He arrived with a viewpoint needed and new, e s t was manager, Nick.

He knew what was needed and he brought it quick,

The homeowners were nestled all snug in their beds, No worries of paint or roofs bothering their heads, And the Vice President in her condo, and I in mine too, Had just settled down for a break from reviewing the dues,

He exclaimed “Now, Member! now, Neighbor!

Now, Bylaws and Covenant, Please read the rules before bringing your comment.

Now back to your homes, and back to your castles, Please, just for today, have a cease to the hassles” He said “you by choice When out in the courtyard bought in a community, there arose such a clatter, Which works at its best I sprang to my balcony when all live-in unity, to see what was the matter.

Remember that your Away to the railing board serves you for free, e e s and consider joining Only to see neighbors a committee - or three. with gripes to rehash.

“You have no busy elves, and HOAs thrive d t re t when all work as a team, in the dark of the night If all think only of selves, a Exactly what they thought nightmare soon it will seem. gave them the right, Your association is much But I knew from my time like a large but rowed boat, on the homeowners board, If each rows as a solo, Our meetings these t r t t neighbors had always ignored, Amidst headshakes and handshakes, the e s courtyard then cleared, noticed a visitor, And I hoped that above Who tried to join that st e se de t group of inquisitors impatient reindeer.

He wore a red fur coat No reindeer or jolly elf’s over an ample belly, and labors returned to the site, His hearty laugh made But folks reached to it shake as it were jelly, their neighbors, and started His smile quickly faded treating them right. as they all turned away, A different air began to

take hold in the complex As the Golden Rule became our theme and our text.

Manager Nick surveyed the scene, pleased, Knowing the group a happy future had it seized. d s er aside of his face, He ran toward his car as if in a race;

heading home in a dash, And away he drove s s s But I heard him exclaim, ere he drove out of sight, HAPPY CHRISTMAS TO ALL, AND TO ALL A GOOD-NIGHT!

Kelly G. Richardson CCAL is a Fellow of the College of Community Association Lawyers and Senior Partner of Richardson Ober PC, a California law firm known for community association advice. Send questions to kelly@richardsonober. com. Past columns at www.HOAHomefront. com. All rights reserved®.

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