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By KMIR News Staff CATHEDRAL CITY, Ca. -There have been multiple reports from viewers in regards to Immigration Customs and Enforcement running some kind of operation in the desert.

Reports have been sent in saying people have seen them ask for ID, load up a van, and hit the highway.

We were able to get an interview with one witness that said, a border patrol like SUV pulled up and two officers got out of their vehicle and asked two random people walking near Cardenas for their identification. Those two people eventually walked away.

ICE Western Regional Communications Director/

Spokesperson, Virginia Kice had this to say, “U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) deportation officers conduct targeted enforcement actions every day around the country as part of the agency’s ongoing efforts to uphold public safety and border security. These activities involve existing, longstanding ICE

By Kitty Alvarado/KMIR INDIO, Ca. - People are already waiting in line for tickets to the biggest show in town, the Riverside County Fair and Indio Date Festival.

Fair regular Larry Rees has some good advice for first timers, “You gotta try every food and you got to make sure you hit the concerts and the monster trucks and just enjoy the rides.”

It’s a time when adults can be kids again.

“I’ve got four kids and so riding the rides is most exciting for us,” says Rees.

And of course most people come for the food.

“All the friend stuff with you know the Snickers, that’s deep fried and ... the dates

you know of course you’ve got to get some of the dates from the Date Festival,” says Rees.

“The cinnamon rolls are the best so I usually come for the cinnamon rolls and to see the pageant because my uncle will be in it,” says Karina Rodriguez.

The first Date Festival was all about dates says Kimberly Wright, the fair’s marketing manager, “It started off as The Date Festival in the City of Indio Park as a small community event that celebrated the harvest.”

But when it was 16 years young they partnered with the county and drew 5,000 people. Now they average about 300,000.

Wright says even after 71 years you can expect to

find your old favorites and something new, “We have Robosaurus brand new coming to the fair closing weekend it’s a big 40 foot fire breathing dinosaur that transforms from a truck so that’s going to be really cool and exciting ... and we have Just in Time Circus the family fun circus the big top and everything ... all kinds of cool desserts they have a brand new Oreo churro, I’m dying to try ... and of course you’ll find the oldies but goodies.”

The 71 Annual Riverside County Fair and Indio Date Festival February 17-26, 2017 they’re open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. everyday rain or shine!

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Fugitive Operations Teams.”

However rumors currently being circulated, many on social media, claiming the agency is operating checkpoints or conducting sweeps that target aliens indiscriminately are entirely false. These reports create panic and put communities and law enforcement personnel

in unnecessary danger. Any groups or individuals falsely reporting such activities are doing a disservice to those they claim to support.

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Indio Date Fest is Back Rain or Shine

Palm Springs Rescinds Vacation Rental Ordinance

By Vince Marino/KMIR PALM SPRINGS, Ca. -This morning Councilman J.R. Roberts and Geoff Kors said they are scratching the original ordinance for one that they say is a better compromise for both sides of the argument in the ongoing disagreement of Palm Springs vacation rentals.

“We’re passing a new and different ordinance that we negotiated in good faith with the vacation rental industry as well as our neighborhoods. So it has significant changes, but it also has additional protections for our neighborhoods,” said Palm Springs City Councilman Geoff Kors.

Changes to the original ordinance include the grandfathering of all permits.

In other words, those that have more than one permit

will be allowed to reapply annually and keep their permits until they sell the property or have a change of title.

“What were doing now is allowing people to have vacation rentals setting rules and preventing future multiple ownership. And we’re not allowing people to use these as full time hotels anymore,” said Kors.

The new ordinance requires rental owners to pass an education and testing process every year so they are well versed in the rules of the ordinance.

Neighborhood groups who are opposed to vacation rentals aren’t convinced the new ordinance will change their concerns.

“For us it’s more of the same old thing. Since 2008

the industry has been driving the bus here. They couldn’t care less about the neighbors or our neighborhoods, it’s all about short term profit,” said Mike Ziskind.

The ordinance will require a live meet and greet between

guests and vacation rental owners and managers.

Guests will be read the rules of the house and the city requirements and then asked to sign an agreement.

Vacation rentals are in important part of our economy

and I think it’s all about enforcement so the city is continuing the conversation with stake holders, with everybody for a compromise and I think that’s a good thing,” said Kelly McLean, vice president of McLean Company. Source KMIR

By Desert Star Staff The IRS will no longer reject tax filings of those who do not have health insurance under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) in direct response to President Donald Trump’s executive order to “ease the burden of Obamacare.”

Under the ACA mandate, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) was in charge of ensuring that taxpayers either maintained qualifying health coverage, qualified for an exemption or paid a tax penalty known as the “shared responsibility payment.”On Wednesday, the IRS announced that taxpayers would not need to fill out line 61 on form 1040, indicating that they are covered by qualified health insurance under the ACA mandate.

Last year, taxpayers who did not fill out line 61 were forced to pay a tax penalty equal to 2.5 percent of household income or

as much as $695 per adult and $347.50 per child under 18.

Taxpayers who did not fill out the line or include an exemption form were labeled as “silent” returns in agency parlance, and they were rejected for processing.

Starting this year, taxpayers that leave line 61 blank or do not have an attached exemption form included, will no longer be automatically rejected.

The IRS says it was acting in direct response to Trump’s executive order. “The recent executive order directed federal agencies to exercise authority and discretion available to them to reduce potential burden,” the IRS said in a statement.

“Consistent with that, the IRS has decided to make changes that would continue to allow electronic and paper returns to be accepted for processing in instances where a taxpayer

doesn’t indicate their coverage status,” the agency wrote.

The agency said the change was also made to reduce the strain on taxpayers.

“Processing silent returns means that taxpayer returns are not systemically rejected by the IRS at the time of filing, allowing the returns to be processed and minimizing burden on taxpayers, including those expecting a refund,” the agency wrote in their statement.While federal law gives the Trump administration the authority to provide exemptions from the mandate, “it does not allow the administration not to enforce the mandate, which it appears they may be doing here,” Michael Cannon, health policy director at the libertarian Cato Institute told Reason.

“Unless the Trump administration maintains the mandate is unconstitutional, the Constitution requires them to enforce it.”

The IRS reinforced this

sentiment in its statement, saying, “legislative provisions of the ACA law are still in force until changed by the Congress, and taxpayers remain required to follow the law and pay what they may owe.”

In 2014, the first year that penalties were issued, approximately 7.5 million Americans reported paying a total of $1.5 billion in individual shared responsibility payments, according to IRS commissioner John Koskinen.

The average penalty for not having health insurance that year was around $200, 40 percent of the payments were under $100 and about 95 percent of payments were under $500.

In 2016, Koskinen said that around 6.5 million Americans reported paying a total of $3 billion in penalties, with an average payment of around $470. Only 7 percent of payments were under $100, about 70 percent of payments were under $500.

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are creating a dangerous environment for residents that falls under the Los Angeles and law enforcement alike.”

Field Office of ICE Enforcement We reached out to Ralph and Removal Operations.

DeSio, U.S. Customs and That said, my operational Border Protection Office of colleagues are not aware of Public Affairs - Media Division any arrests conducted today who has this to say, “This in those specific communities area belongs to the El Centro you named. Per my email…

Sector Border Patrol and for the last two weeks we’ve it’s Indio Station. However, have been inundated with they informed me that they reports about purported ICE do NOT have any operations enforcement activities that going on in that area.” turned out to be false. I don’t We will have updates want to speculate about and more details to why people are spreading come. Source KMIR rumors, but their actions Continued from Page 1

The incredible Yosemite ‘firefall’

By Desert Star Staff The incredible Yosemite ‘firefall’ phenomenon has struck again, and with astounding results. The anomaly takes place once a year in February,

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but isn’t guaranteed every year as it needs exactly the right conditions to fall into place first. Each year, when weather conditions look favorable for a potential sighting of the

phenomenon, photographers and spectators rush to the El Capitan rock formation in Yosemite Valley in the early hours of the morning, hoping to witness it firsthand.

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Steve Martin comedy gets a facelift and it shines

By Jack Lyons Theatre and Film Critic Memories come and go, including mine. But if memory serves me right, the version of “Picasso at the Lapin Agile”, production I saw at the Westwood Playhouse back in 1994 (now called the Geffen Playhouse), wasn’t quite what I witnessed on the Shiley Stage at San Diego’s venerable Old Globe Theatre last week.

Twenty three years later, we’re immersed in a culture with innovative ideas and creative ways to bring them to today’s theatre audiences.

When the Old Globe Theatre

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appointed Barry Edelstein its Artistic Director in October of 2012, the bridge from the past to an exciting and innovative new era became a reality. The last five years of Edelstein’s stewardship has been nothing short of theatrical excellence, in all its forms: old, new, and its experiments with the classics, the standards, and, now, the many challenging stories the twenty-first century will present to its audiences.

The revival production of Steve Martin’s “Picasso at the Lapin Agile”, now on the Shiley stage, benefits from the close working association between Erna Finci Viterbi play director Barry Edelstein and playwright Martin. This production marks the third play to grace the boards of the Old Globe that have been written by Martin; the other two being the 2014 musical “”Bright Star”, and the 2016 sophisticated comedy “Meteor Shower”.

Edelstein, has gathered for this revival version of “Lapin Agile”, an outstanding group of actors, comedians, and farceurs, all with impeccable timing who generate enough on-stage energy to light half of San Diego.

The story in short, is set in 1904 Paris at the Lapin Agile Bar, a beloved watering hole to struggling artists and would-be geniuses.

The regulars prepare for the arrival of two soon-tobe legends Albert Einstein and Pablo Picasso who are scheduled to drop in for one extraordinary night where the two ego maniacs, as big as their intellects, spar with the patrons and each other about art, science, inspiration, love, and the promise of the 20th century. Toss into this mix a character known only as “the visitor”, and one is in for brilliant, witty, and a highly entertaining evening in the theatre. Steve Martin wasn’t known as a ‘wild and crazy guy for nothing.

Like the pizza man – he delivers. Actually, he’s a very intelligent and accomplished writer, playwright, actor, and musician, and an allround Renaissance Man. The stellar cast ‘in order of appearance’ (remember this notation it will produce a laugh later) includes: Donald Faison, as Freddy, the owner/ bartender of the Lapin Agile, Hal Linden as Gaston, the old gent with a weak bladder problem who delivers loads of zingers, Luna Velez as Germaine, the girlfriend/ philosopher of Freddy, Justin Long as Albert Einstein, the world’s, at this moment in time, is a youthful, confident, and oddly appealing genius in waiting, Liza Lapira as the sexy Suzanne, a one-nightstand partner of Picasso, Ron Orbach as Sagot, the slick art dealer, Philippe Bowgen

(from left) Hal Linden as Gaston, Philippe Bowgen as Pablo Picasso, Justin Long as Albert Einstein, Donald Faison as Freddy, and Luna Veléz as Germaine as Pablo Picasso, in all his preening and womanizing self, Marcel Spears as Charles Dabernow Schmendiman, a self-proclaimed business genius with a touch of P.T. Barnum in his resume, and Kevin Hafso-Koppman as the mysterious ‘visitor.

The ‘visitor’ maybe mysterious, but it’s no mystery as to why this production just soars. When nine highly talented actors are directed by the brilliant and inventive Mr. Edelstein, there can be only be one result: a first class production. The stage literally becomes a kaleidoscope of color along with comedyinsight, thanks to the talents of Scenic Designer John Lee Beatty, and Lighting Designer Russell H. Champa, who both recreate and pay homage to the City of Light, just as this terrific ensemble cast does. Costumes designed

by Katherine Roth with original music and sound designed by Lindsay Jones, complete the technical team.

As a side bar: The Old Globe nabbed the Outstanding Resident Musical Award last week for their production of “October Sky” at the prestigious Craig

(from left) Philippe Bowgen as Pablo Picasso and Justin Long as Albert Einstein Noel Awards ceremonies hosted by the San Diego Theatre Critics Circle.

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Desert Hot Springs Classical Concerts

Fund raising party in Holt’s back yard. Photo by Murray Ross

By Shirley Brenon Classical music has arrived in Desert Hot Springs by way of professional musician Danny Holt, who is a classicallytrained pianist, percussionist and composer. Holt moved to Desert Hot Springs in 2010.

He said, “I fell in love with the awe-inspiring landscape and the serenity I felt in the desert.

I am endlessly fascinated by the region, and I am so happy to call the desert home.”

Soon after arriving, he noticed a lack of arts and entertainment in his new community and decided he could contribute. So far, since 2014, he has produced 10 free classical concerts and has four more set up for the 2017

season. He said, “I’m extremely excited about the new season because of the high caliber of the performers we are bringing in. All the artists are seasoned professionals and are great at bringing the music to life for our audiences by sharing stories about the music and the composers. Because of that, those unfamiliar with classical music find themselves very comfortable at the concerts.”

These classical music concerts are being supported by a grant from the City of Desert Hot Springs Community and Cultural Affairs Commission, local businesses and private donors. Holt is doing all he can to sustain them as free entertainment

by volunteering his services, making deals with his professional musical friends and holding fundraisers. He also raised money to repair the piano at Christ Lutheran Church and just in time for the season-opening concert.

Recently, 17 classical music fans helped the cause by spending a delightful afternoon in his patio located in the foothills of the Little San Bernardino Mountains.

What more could you ask for but home-baked cookies, coffee, tea and Holt playing some intriguing pieces on his grand piano. He played some works written by relatives of famous composers, namely J.S.Bach’s son,

By Pam Price Game Day for Life presented by Heather James Fine Art and Bighorn BAM “Behind Miracle”), a philanthropic organization providing funding to aid in the diagnosis, treatment, research and services for those affected by breast cancer, took place on Feb. 6 at Heather James Fine Art in Palm Desert, one of the desert’s preeminent art galleries. Diane Gershowitz

and Susan Goldfine, co-chairs, welcomed 185 guests seated at tables in four different gallery sections where they were enveloped by fine art. The event transformed Heather James Fine Art into a lively card party and had to be one of the most cultural card games ever to take place in an art gallery!

Guests were all abuzz as they found their places at tables of four or more, intent on playing canasta among other card

games, and enjoyed a luncheon catered by Lulu California Bistro, elegantly displayed on the patio. The playful ambiance was enhanced by lavish displays of jewelry from The Jewelry Bar, Frasca Jewelers, Joe Vilaiwan Fine Jewelry and El Paseo Jewelers on El Paseo to art from Coda Gallery and Leisa Austin and Imago Galleries.

This unique fundraising event charged $125 person, bolstered by donations from supporters,

Danny Holt. Photo by Murray Ross Mozart’s son and Shuman’s wife, which was thoroughly enjoyed by the crowd.

The 2017 concert season will begin with the Blakemore Trio on Saturday, February 18 @ 6 pm at Christ Lutheran Church, 64565 Pierson Blvd, Desert Hot Springs. Nashville’s premiere piano trio (violin, cello, piano) will include work

by Mozart, Shostakovich, and Los Angeles composer Adam Schoenberg.

These concerts are open to the public, and admission is free. You are encouraged to bring donations of nonperishable food items (for

Food Now, the local food bank administered by Family Services of the Desert), and cash donations are also welcome at the door to benefit the church’s flood recovery fund. Audience members are encouraged to arrive about 10 minutes early, and seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.

The concerts are approximately an hour long, and audience members are invited to meet the artists immediately following the concert.

Web site for complete concert details – http://dannyholt.net/ dhs-classical-concerts/

ultimately raising $35,000. This project has been instrumental in the Schnitzer/Novak Breast Center at Eisenhower Medical Center in Rancho Mirage becoming one of the premier breast centers in the US. Those attending the party were surrounded by art such as an arrangement of food inspired lithographs, dated 1971

by Salvador Dali. Apparently, he was impressed by images discovered in a cookbook.

Taking it to the next level, he created a series of lithographs he called “Nocturnal Delights.”

In addition, on the show, artworks by Mary Cassatt, Pablo Picasso, Camille Pissarro and Andrew Wyeth. The diversity of Heather James Fine Art was obvious with a trio of paintings by John William, a Victorian Neo-classicist with a talent for painting “beautiful women in studied poses.”

Playing cards amid a worldclass art collection “wasn’t a gamble,” remarked art smart patron Phyllis Eisenberg, adding the “Heather James Gallery was overwhelming in the support of BAM; their gracious hospitality was apparent from the moment your car was valeted parked to their stunning transformation of galleries into a grandiose card room.” Among those making the event, a success was Art Donors Toni Ackerman, Charlene Lane, Annette Lerner, Andrea Raft, Sylvia Torres, Debra Star and Meg Walling.

Thanks to Heather James Fine, Art the art of playing cards was a win-win for a charitable cause.

Game day for life at Heather James fine art a winner

Susan Goldfine, Shelley Dunham & Diane Gershowitz. Photo by Pat Krause

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Allison Sachs, Lynda Yachimec & Joan Masterson. Photo by Pat Krause February 17, 2017

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‘The Lion’ Roars at Geffen & ‘Circus-1903’ Thrills at Pantages The show is inspiring, uplifting and filled to the brim with original music, beautifully played. Note: After the performance, you have the opportunity to purchase a CD that features Scheuer’s songs from “The Lion.”

“The Lion,” at the Audrey Skirball Kenis Theater at the Geffen Playhouse runs through February 19. For tickets call 310-208-5454 or GeffenPlayhouse.org/The-Lion.

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‘Circus-1903’ Photo by Mark Turner “The Lion,” written and performed by Benjamin Scheuer, under the direction of Sean Daniels, is a profoundly moving musical memoir.

Scheuer’s story, told through original songs connected by dialogue, detail his life’s journey from boyhood to the present day. The stage is basically bare, adorned only by two chairs, two microphones and the six guitars he plays throughout. From beginning to end he brings you into his world, and the emotions he evokes to connect you to his life in a very meaningful way.

In a recent interview with Amy Levinson he paraphrased lyricist Yip Harburg, who wrote, “Somewhere Over the Rainbow, noting that according to Harburg, “Words are how we think and music is how we sense so songs allow us to think our emotions and sense our thoughts.”

He learned to love music from his father, a complex man who taught Ben how to play

on a homemade “Cookie-tin Banjo” with rubber bands for strings. He still has that little banjo tucked away. Two other songs at the beginning of the show, “The Lion” and “Dear Dad,” are a tribute to his late father. And even though their relationship was a complicated one, he is forever grateful to his dad for giving him the gift of music, which has been a constant comfort to him throughout his life.

Many of the songs performed in “The Lion” are played on alternate tunings.

“That,” says Scheuer, “means the different guitars are tuned differently to different chords.

This is the reason there are six guitars on stage. Also the songs in the show often employ a technique called ‘hybrid picking’ where the right hand is playing three different melodic lines at once: bass with the pick, chords with the middle and forefinger and melody with the pinky.

It’s challenging to do.”

Scheuer is a very ingratiating young performer who draws you into his personal story as he explores his relationship with his father, mother and his two brothers as well as other challenges he has faced throughout his life.

The long reign of Ringling Brothers Circus will soon come to an end, and Cirque du Soleil is performed with high-flying stars and acrobats, but no animal acts.

However, at the turn of the 20th century, the circus had it all. In “Circus 1903,” arriving at the Hollywood Pantages on Valentine’s Day, you and your family will get a taste of those good old days when the circus came to town with all sorts of amazing acts.

‘The Lion’ Benjamin Scheuer. Photo by Matthew Murphy.

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By Desert Star Staff The estate was built by the “ great Alexander” as their landmark. They built the city of Palm Springs and were the major developers after world war ll in the early 1950s. The unique design is one of the three famous round houses.

One is the James Bond aka the Elrod house; the other is the Bob Hope house. It consists of four concentric circles lifted on the rocks in its Majesty overlooking the valley on the cul de sac. There is not a square room at the house almost as if it elevates from its foundation. It is 5500 sf mansion. The Double-Decker London bus visits two or more times daily and the walking tour stops in front. People come all over the world to see it. The

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In “Circus 1903,” the producers of a best-selling magic show have teamed up with the award-winning “War Horse” puppeteers to create a turn of the century circus experience with a large cast of unique, exciting and sometimes dangerous circus acts from all four corners of the world. The performances will range from strong men and contortionists to musicians, knife throwers, high-wire acts and much more including the largest ever performing elephant created and handled by master puppeteers. So come soon and be transported to the exciting world of the Circus circa 1903 at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre from Feb. 14 to Feb. 19 only. For tickets and information: call 866-755-2929 or HollywoodPantages.com.

Coming soon to the Pantages: “Finding Neverland,” Feb. 21-March 12 and the beautiful musical “An American in Paris” March 22 to April 9. 2017.

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media tributes include: antique road show, time. Architectural Digest, Fodders, Wall Street Journal, Condi Naste, Marie Clair, travel channels, westways AAA, Fuji and Japanese TV. The Desert Sun states it is the number-one place to have your picture taken. You will understand why Elvis Presley chose to live there in 19661967 and honeymoon there with Priscilla May 1,1967, which gives it’s other names the “ Elvis honeymoon hideaway. You must see and visit it to make your Palm Springs visit complete.

TOURS are available daily at 1 pm and 3:30 pm daily but special appointments can be made. Call 760 322 1192 or visit Elvis Honeymoon Hideaway - Home.

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Coachella Valley Radio Control Club Jet Jam

By Shirley Brenan This is president’s week, and the Coachella Valley Radio Control Club has some exciting events scheduled for the whole family. The Coachella Valley Jet Jam is on February, 16, 17 and 18 at their flying field at 54th Ave. and Pierce St. in Thermal. (Please go to their

web site at CVRCClub.com for accurate directions to the event, so you don’t end up in the middle of a cauliflower field and miss the fun!) Parking is free but they are requesting a donation of $5 per adult who will be granted to Rebuilding Americas Warriors (RAW).

This flying club with 150

members is expecting about 40 jet pilots to arrive with their 1/5 to ¼ scale models of P-80’s, F-86s, Vipers, A-10 Warthogs, F-14 Tomcats and other exciting aircraft.

Children love the speed and noise of these planes that race across the runway at 200 miles per hour and

parents and grandparents often feel nostalgia at seeing these planes in action.

Club President Dan Metz and their board of directors are looking forward to this event. For the last two years President Obama, has arrived to play golf during President’s week, which meant their event was under a TFR (temporary flight restriction) so they couldn’t fly higher than 1000 feet. Good news for this year - no president and no restrictions.

Metz said, “This is actually our fifth Jet Jam, and the jet pilots love to come into our field as their jets fly best in dense air, which we have here at sea level. We are a 501 (C3) but continue to take pride in helping other organizations.

We have received service awards yearly from the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) for our work.”

Anyone interested in the hobby can generally get started for $200, which

Story and Photos by Pat Krause The Steinway Society of Riverside County presented the Doctors Concert Gala Luncheon, on February 12th at the Thunderbird Country Club. There was a live auction and a raffle to raise money for, Bringing Music to Children. Ruth Moir founded the Steinway Society in 2002 to bring classical music to schools. Ruth Moir and her colleagues bring concerts and

art education to our youth in the Coachella Valley. Guests were treated to a champagne reception and a delicious lunch before the concert.

Ruth Moir gave the welcoming speech to the guests, and the awards were given. Honorees were Dr. Celeste L. Amaya, Dr. Anthony Bassanelli and Dr. Ranier Bergmann. A surprise honor was given to Phyllis Eisenberg for her valued support for the

Steinway Society. Each of the honorees gave a performance for the guests. Dr. Amaya played a Fantastic Impromptu and Song of India, Dr. Bassanelli played, Rhapsody in Blue, and Dr. Bergmann played, Prelude Selections.

The young pianist, Jadon Wu, played “Impromtu in E Flat Major” like a professional, and he is only 10 years old. He is an amazing pianist already

and loves to perform. He is the 2016 Steinway Society Junior Competition winner. He said he would like to be a piano-playing doctor like the honorees today. The other entertainment included the Village Klezmer Band and Doc Reid Group.

There was a Guitar Essay Contest Winner Presentation that went to Cole Kruz.

There was a surprise performer who was really

Pilot Freddy Jones from Phoenix being interviewed about his Excalibur jet plane. Photo by Murray Ross

purchases an already-builtplane (ARB) and a radio.

However, the planes you will see at this event cost from $2,000 to tens of thousands, as they are equipped with miniature jet engines, which require special skills to build, maintain and fly.

Jet Jam 101 Here is some information for those who are not familiar with this type of event.

Spectators can bring a chair or sit in the small grandstand to watch the model jet planes as they take off, execute some fancy aerobatics or turn on the smoke to perform sky writing. Also, club members will offer guided tours so visitors can see the intricate workings of the planes.

Also, bring a hat, water, camera and binoculars.

Catering by Cone Zone is available only on the 17th and 18th. The best time to go is between 8 am and 3 pm. Visit the web site at CVRCClub.com

a surprise for the guests. It turned out to be the founder of Steinway Society, Ruth Moir, when she performed before the audience with the band. Raffle winners were announced before the end of the concert. The Society offers many free music programs in schools and even offers private lessons for talented children in need of financial assistance.

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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). Pub February 10, 17, 24, March 3, 2017. DSW17-1028

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: MADISON POWELL & ASSOCIATES, 12155 MAGNOLIA AVE STE 3C, RIVERSIDE, CA 92503. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: CW POWELL AND ASSOCIATES INC., 17680 STREAMSIDE LANE, RIVERSIDE, CA 92503/CA. Business is conducted by: COPARTNERS. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct.

(A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: KARRIEM HASSAN MADISON, SECRETARY. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on January 19, 2017. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201700794. 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). Pub February 17, 24, March 3, 10, 2017. DSW17-1031 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: ONNCOM, 6469 WELLS SPRINGS ST., EASTVALE, CA 91752. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: MOHAMMAD AMIN IFTIKHAR, 6469 WELLS SPRINGS ST., EASTVALE, CA 91752; LAM THANH BUI, 16234 WINDHAM RD., RIVERSIDE, CA 92503. Business is conducted by: CO-PARTNERS. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct.

(A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: MOHAMMAD AMIN IFTIKHAR. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on January 23, 2017. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201700983. 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). Pub February 17, 24, March 3, 10, 2017. DSW17-1030 STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following fictitious business name(s) VAUGHAN TRUCKING LLC, 904 GARRETT WAY, SAN JACINTO, CA 92583. Riverside County has been abandoned by the following person(s): VAUGHAN TRUCKING, LLC, 1600 S. SAN JACINTO AVE SPACE#68 SAN JACINTO, CALIFORNIA 92583/CA. This business is conducted by: LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. The fictitious business name(s) referred to above was filed in Riverside County on: 06/27/2016. 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: CARL VAUGHAN HEINE, PRESIDENT. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County, signed by, Peter Aldana Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder on February 8, 2017 File No. R-201608189 Pub February 10, 17, 24, March 3, 2017. DSW17-1029 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: CREATIVE DESIGN LANDSCAPE, 13101 ROBERTS RD., DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: MARIA ODILA BELTRAN, 13101 ROBERTS RD., DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240; ANGEL JUNIOR BELTRAN, 13101 ROBERTS RD., DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Business is conducted by: MARRIED COUPLE. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 11/2007.

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: MARIA ODILA BELTRAN. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 7, 2017. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201701923 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

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: BUMPER PROS INC., 68-713 PEREZ RD B-4, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: BUMPER PROS INC., 68-713 PEREZ RD B-4, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234/CA. Business is conducted by: CORPORATION. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 12-10-13. 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: RODOLFO GONZALEZ, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on January 12, 2017. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201700510 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). Pub February 10, 17, 24, March 3, 2017. DSW17-1027 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: DIAMOND’S CAR WASH, 85091 BAGDAD AVE APT 5, COACHELLA, CA 92236.

Riverside County. Full name of registrant: MAGALI- -RODRIGUEZ, 85091 BAGDAD AVE APT. 5, COACHELLA, CA 92236. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct.

(A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: MAGALI- -RODRIGUEZ. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 6, 2017. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201701861. 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). Pub February 3, 10, 17, 24, 2017. DSW17-1026 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: KNAPP & SONS DRAIN CLEANING SERVICE, 44478 SAN PASCUAL AVENUE SPC D., PALM DESERT, CA 92260. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: GARY DOUGLAS KNAPP, 44478 SAN PASCUAL AVENUE SPC D, PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA 92260. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: GARY DOUGLAS KNAPP. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 6, 2017.

Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201701862 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).

Pub February 3, 10, 17, 24, 2017. DSW17-1025 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: TIMELY SERVICES, 48-373 STEEN COURT, INDIO, CA 92201. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: MIKE HONZ ENTERPRISES, INC., 82-774 BOSTON COURT, INDIO, CA 92201/ CA. Business is conducted by: CORPORATION. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 2-1-17. 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: MICHAEL DAVID HONZ, PRESIDENT. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 3, 2017. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201701776 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). Pub February 10, 17, 24, March 3, 2017. DSW17-1024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: RAM LIGHTING & MORE, INC., 73369 PARADISE AVE., DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92241. Riverside County; 320 NORTH PALM CANYON DR., PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262. Full name of registrant: R&M LIGHTING & MORE,

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INC., 73369 PARADISE AVE., DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92241/CA. Business is conducted by: CORPORATION. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct.

(A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: JESSE MICHAEL MILLS, PRESIDENT. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on January 17, 2017.

Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201700639 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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not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: ROBERT DAVID MURRAY, PRESIDENT. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on January 25, 2017. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County ClerkRecorder File No. R-201701186 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).

Pub February 3, 10, 17, 24, 2017. DSW17-1019 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: THE ART ROOM, 68845 PEREZ RD, SUITE H6, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234.

Riverside County. Full name of registrant: MARK BARRETT DAVIS, 205 S. BELARDO RD, UNIT D, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92264. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: MARK BARRETT DAVIS. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on January 31, 2017. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201701496 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). Pub February 3, 10, 17, 24, 2017. DSW17-1018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: SUB-CITY SYMPHONY, 66445 2ND ST., #7, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240.

Riverside County. Full name of registrant: GERHARD- -HELMUT, 66445 2ND ST., #7, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240 Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct.

(A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: GERHARD- -HELMUT. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 6, 2017. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201701790 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). Pub February FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI3, 10, 17, 24, 2017. DSW17-1022 NESS AS: H&M USED CARS, 82642 MOUNTAIN FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE VIEW, INDIO, CA 92201. Riverside County; 82642 FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI- MOUNTAIN VIEW, INDIO, CA 92201. Full name NESS AS: 7 ARTS, 72510 PITAHAYA ST., PALM of registrant: ANAI RODRIGUEZ HERNANDEZ, DESERT, CA 92260. Riverside County. Full name 82642 MOUNTAIN VIEW, INDIO, CA 92201. Busiof registrant: BORIS- -MARTINOVICH, 72510 PI- ness is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has TAHAYS ST., PALM DESERT, CA 92260. Business not yet begun to transact business under the is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant com- fictitious business name(s) listed above. I declare menced to transact business under the fictitious that all the information in this statement is true business name(s) listed above on 03/28/2008. I and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, declare that all the information in this statement information which he or she knows to be false, is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares is guilty of a crime). Signed: ANAI RODRIGUEZ as true, information which he or she knows to HERNANDEZ. This statement was filed with the be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: BORIS County Clerk of Riverside County on January MARTINOVICH. This statement was filed with 19, 2017. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerkthe County Clerk of Riverside County on Janu- Recorder File No. R-201700800 NOTICE — THIS ary 17, 2017. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201700642 NOTICE EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATE- FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. MENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEIT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY MENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES TIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE).

UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW Pub January 27, February 3, 10, 17, 2017.

(SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND DSW17-1016 PROFESSIONAL CODE). Pub February 10, 17, 24, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE March 3, 2017. DSW17-1021 FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSIFICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE NESS AS: THE JOSEPHSON GROUP, 19 LYON FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI- ROAD, RANCHO MIRAGE, CA 92270. Riverside NESS AS: DICK VAN DAM DAIRY, 3180 COT- County; PO BOX 831, RANCHO MIRAGE, CA TONWOOD AVENUE, SAN JACINTO, CA 92582. 92270. Full name of registrant: SANFORD HALE Riverside County. Full name of registrant: GLEN JOSEPHSON, 19 LYON ROAD, RANCHO MIALAN VAN DAM, TRUSTEE OF THE VAN DAM RAGE, CA 92270; BRONYU ANNE JOSEPHSON, FAMILY TRUST DATED 10-28-2009, 3190 COT- 19 LYON ROAD, RANCHO MIRAGE, CA 92270.

TONWOOD, SAN JACINTO, CA 92582; JENNIFER Business is conducted by: MARRIED COUPLE. ANN VAN DAM, TRUSTEE OF THE VAN DAM Registrant has not yet begun to transact business FAMILY TRUST DATED 10-28-2009, 3190 COT- under the fictitious business name(s) listed above.

TONWOOD AVENUE, SAN JACINTO, CA 92582; I declare that all the information in this statement DONALD DICK VAN DAM, FRANCIS L. VAN DAM, is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares TRUSTEE OF THE DONALD DICK REVOCABLE as true, information which he or she knows to FAMILY TRUST, 3180 COTONWOOD AVENUE, be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: SANFORD SAN JACINTO, CA 92582; FRANCES LORETTA HALE JOSEPHSON. This statement was filed with VAN DAM, TRUSTEE OF THE DONAL DICK & the County Clerk of Riverside County on JanuFRANCES L. VAN DAM, REVOCABLE FAMILY ary 23, 2017. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County TRUST 3180 COTTONWOOD AVENUE, SAN Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201700980 NOTICE JACINTO, CA 92582. Business is conducted — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEby: GENERAL PARTNERSHIP. Registrant com- MENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE menced to transact business under the fictitious IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY business name(s) listed above on 01/01/2017. I CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME declare that all the information in this statement STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES as true, information which he or she knows to be NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: GLEN ALAN STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VAN DAM. This statement was filed with the VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER County Clerk of Riverside County on January UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW 11, 2017. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk- (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND Recorder File No. R-201700488 NOTICE — THIS PROFESSIONAL CODE). Pub January 27, FebruFICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT ary 3, 10, 17, 2017. DSW17-1015 EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATE- THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE ING BUSINESS AS: THE ART OF STAGING FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF PALM SPRINGS, 435 N. CALLE ROLPH, PALM AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTI- SPRINGS, CA 92262. Riverside County. Full name TIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE of registrant: JUDITH DIANE SUTHERLAND, 435 RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE N. CALLE ROLPH, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262.

OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. RegSEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). istrant has not yet begun to transact business Pub February 3, 10, 17, 24, 2017. DSW17-1020 under the fictitious business name(s) listed above.

I declare that all the information in this statement FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DO- as true, information which he or she knows to be ING BUSINESS AS: MODERN ESCROW, A false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: JUDITH DIANE NON-INDEPENDENT BROKER ESCROW, 3771 SUTHERLAND. This statement was filed with ARLINGTON AVENUE, RIVERSIDE, CA 92506. the County Clerk of Riverside County on JanuRiverside County. Full name of registrant: MUR- ary 18, 2017. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County RAY REAL ESTATE, INC., 3771 ARLINGTON Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201700710 NOTICE AVENUE, RIVERSIDE, CA 92506/CA. Business — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEis conducted by: CORPORATION. Registrant has MENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE

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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). Pub January 27, February 3, 10, 17, 2017. DSW17-1014 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: DESERT HOT SPRINGS CANNABIS OIL EXTRACTION EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES, 14080 PALM DRIVE, SUITE D UNIT 435, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: HOWARD TOUREL PORTER, 46E PENINSULA DRIVE, ROLLING HILLS ESTATES, CALIFORNIA 90274. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 01/01/2017. 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: HOWARD TOUREL PORTER. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on January 23, 2017. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201701044 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). Pub January 27, February 3, 10, 17, 2017. DSW17-1013 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE File No. 7367.23806 Title Order No. NXCA-0242782YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 01/31/2014. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in §5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee.

The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. Trustor: JOHN C. NABBEFELD A MARRIED MAN, AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Recorded: 02/05/14, as Instrument No. 2014-0050396, of Official Records of Riverside County,California.

Date of Sale: 02/23/17 at 9:00 AMP lace of Sale: In front of the Corona Civic Center, located at 849 W Sixth Street, Corona, CA The purported property address is: 66886 FLORA AVENUE, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240Assessors Parcel No. 641-162-036-9The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice ofSale is $85,294.98.If the sale is set aside for any reason, the purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid, plus interest. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the beneficiary, the Trustor or the trustee. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off maybe a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority and size of outstanding liens that may exist on thisproperty by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property,you may call 877-4849942 or 800-280-2832 or visit this Internet Web site www.USA-Foreclosure.com orwww.Auction. com using the file number assigned to this case 7367.23806. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: January 31, 2017NORTHWEST TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC., as Trustee Candice Yoo, Authorized Signatory 2121 Alton Parkway, Suite 110, Irvine, CA 92606 866-387-6987 Sale Info website: www.USA-Foreclosure.com or www.Auction.com Automated Sales Line: 877484-9942 or 800-280-2832 Reinstatement and Pay-Off Requests: (866) 387-NWTS THIS OFFICE IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NABBEFELD, JOHN CORDER # 7367.23806: 02/03/2017,02/10/2017,02/17/20 17. DSW17-1017

Russia boosts US Treasury bill holding after Trump’s election win

By Desert Star Staff The Central Bank of Russia bought significantly more American Treasury securities in the two months after Donald Trump was elected president, according to data from the US Treasury Department published on Thursday.The data from the Treasury shows that in November and December Russian investment in US government debt soared by

15 percent to $86.1 billion.

Before Trump’s election win, Russia had been steadily selling off US T-bills.

From January to October last year, Russian holdings slumped from $96.9 billion to $74.6 billion.

The increase in November was the largest monthly purchase since relations between Moscow and Washington deteriorated over the Ukrainian crisis. For

comparison, in April 2014, Russia held US Treasury bills worth $116.4 billion.

The last time the Russian Central Bank made such investments in US debt was in August 2011, when it bought $11.8 billion worth of American bonds.

The two largest holders of the US debt, Japan, and China, significantly reduced their holdings after Trump’s election. Japan

sold off $40 billion, while China cut its holdings by $57 billion to the lowest level in almost six years.

However, China had slashed its US debt holdings in the six months before Trump’s election to prop up the falling yuan, selling off $180 billion in 2016.

“China is a massive player in our market and can move the markets whether they are a buyer or seller. If

10-year yields are going to trade to 3 percent this year, China will be the catalyst,” Tom di Galoma, managing director of government trading and strategy at Seaport Global Holdings told Bloomberg. On Thursday, the yield on the US 10-year note was 2.477 percent.

VIP-Steve Chase Party 2017

Kevin McCausland, Anthony Psano, Greg Sadolan and former co-chair of Steve Chase Gala, Jim Casey. Photo by Pat Krause Story and Photos by Pat Krause The 23rd annual Steve Chase held its VIP pre-party at the fabulous Pond Estate.

This VIP party was exclusively for major donors, sponsors and award recipients. The event was presented by Patti and Jack Grundhofer and the Eisenhower Medical Center.

Several hundred people took part in this special party. Guests were treated to valet-parking for their cars as there was no room near the estate to park.

The estate was all lit up, and the outside garden area was made ready for the hundreds that came on Feb. 10th.

There was an art sale with paintings and sculptures that lined the walls and the pool area inside the home. A few of the artists were on hand to tell about their works of art to the prospective buyers.

The art ranged from the more realistic to abstract and some modernistic style. An art style for everyone’s taste.

Steven Sole, Doug Woodmansee, Kathleen Bennett and Marshall Perry.

Photo by Pat Krause

Juan Manuel Alonso spoke lovely about his painting while explaining its meaning. Artist Sunn said he had donated a very large 10 foot tall painting with various mediums, including bits of glass of Elizabeth Taylor that was to be auctioned off at the Gala.

I talked with several of the guests, and some said they have been a part of the Steve Chase event and have donated for many years to Desert AIDS Project, DAP;

Partners for Life are some of the biggest donors to DAP, and I talked with one couple that have been donating time and money since 1984. They did entertainment for the parties to encourage people to give to this worthy charity that has grown to help so many people over the years. This VIP Party DAPs way of saying, thank you to so many people for all their support. Guests enjoyed cocktails and appetizers in this remarkable estate.

Steve Chase 2017 Awards Gala

The Pointer Sisters singing group and Barry Manilow.

Photo by Pat Krause Story and Photos by Pat Krause The Annual Steve Chase Humanitarian Awards Gala was held on February 11th at the Palm Springs Convention Center. This is the 23rd yearly event for Desert AIDS Project, DAP. Gala co-chairs were Patrick Jordan, Dave Morgan and Dr. Suzanne Quardt. Guests arrived on a very long Red Carpet that was surrounded by large colorful animal art works by Tony and Karen Barone. Guests were shown to another Red Carpet area where they were photographed and some chosen to speak to the local TV crew and interviewed by Bianca Rae. Photographers and videographers were busy as donors, awardees and special guests arrived.

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The last guests on the Red Carpet were the Pointer Sisters and Barry Manilow.

The first award was given to Elizbeth Taylor, who passed away several years ago and was an avid advocate for HIV/ AIDS research and support.

Our own celebrity, Barry Manilow, spoke lovingly about his friendship with Taylor and her undying efforts for this cause. He stated she spent many hours and days in her quest to eradicate HIV/AIDS. Two of her Grandchildren were on hand to accept the award in her honor. They said she would be very proud of this, Partners For Life Award, and that people remembered her, her legacy and her work for this cause.

The second award was the Science and Medicine

Guests arrived to a huge display of roses that gave a wonderful scent to the entire room. Guests remarked about the beauty of the estate, and this was their first visit to be able to see the Pond Estate in all its glory. The weather cooperated nicely because it was a nice warm night for an outdoor event. A portion of the Proceeds from the sale of the paintings was given to DAP.

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Honoree-G. Aubrey Serfling, Lori Serfling, Honoree-Martin J. Massiello and Jeff Wyant. Photo by Pat Krause Award that were given to G.Aubrey Serfling, President and CEO of Eisenhower Medical and Martin J. Massiello, VP and COO of Eisenhower Medical Center for their constant support in the fight against HIV/AIDS. The award was presented by Harold Matzner, who is known for his white tennis shoes and dress suits. Serfling took the opportunity to also wear white tennis shoes in Honor of Matzner. A bit of fun for the night. Serfling said that because he had watched so many of his friends, and patients die from HIV/AIDS that it changed his life and his desire to find a cure along with Massiello, who said it was an honor to work along side against his friend and February 17, 2017

boss in this endeavor.

The last award was given to Barbara Keller, who received the 100 Women Award for her continued support in this and many other causes because of her big heart.

Keller serves on many boards, chairs many fundraisers, won many awards, is an author and was co-chair for the Steve Chase gala for 7 years.

Carolyn Caldwell-CEO Desert Regional & Tenet Health Care, who was inspired by Annette Bloch’s donation last year, announced a three milliondollar donation to DAP for their continued help to people and families of HIV/AIDS. Guests eagerly awaited the arrival of the Pointer Sisters, who were the evening’s entertainment, and they were

not disappointed. They had the guests on their feet dancing right away and many just stood by the stage in awe. There was an after party with dancing and entertainment by La Bouche.

There were four professional dancers on platforms. Close to 1500 people attended this spectacular event. President and CEO of DAP, David Brinkman, said they hope to completely eradicate HIV/ AIDS by 2020. They are on the road to accomplish that because of all the support that people have given. They hope people would continue to donate as there are more and more people that need medical and other kinds of assistance that DAP provides.

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