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BNP Parabas Winners It was the 38th meeting between four-time BNP champ Roger Federer and last year’s champ Novak Djokovic. Story and Photos by Pat Krause What a tremendous BNP Parabas Open Tennis Tournament this year with the top names competing against each other in the finals. Amazing tennis play by everyone and that included the up and coming tennis stars. Each match brought out the best
in play for both the winner and the one who lost but would be back another day to win. Doubles matches held a few surprises when the Number 1 Bryan brothers lost to the finals doubles winners Vasek Pospisil and Jack Sock. Doubles finals were held on Sat. to a sold out crowd. Martina Hingis and Sania
Merza won women’s doubles. Fast play is one of the things I like about doubles matches as players are all over the court. The Semi Finals brought a relative newcomer from Canada to face Federer. Milos Raonick served up some of the fastest aces out there with speeds in the 140 miles per hour
Eggstravaganza at Living Desert By Desert Star Staff PALM DESERT/INDIAN WELLS, CA -- (March 23, 2015) – Egg-cellent family fun awaits you at the annual two-day Easter “Eggstravaganza” at The Living Desert on Saturday and Sunday, April 4th and April 5th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Over 10,000 eggs will be hidden in Gecko Gulch for one of the biggest Easter egg hunts in the area. There will be four different hunts offered each day, as well as a special egg hunt for adults only. Adult egg hunt winners can walk away with tickets to Brew at the Zoo, special zoo tours and more. One of the highlights of each egg-citing day is a visit from the Easter Bunny. The Easter
Bunny along with his friends will be strolling the zoo and taking pictures with guests. A variety of entertaining activities are planned including Easter crafts, face painting and a photo booth. There are plenty of chances to win fabulous prizes like free zoo admission, animal plush toys and more, with the always-entertaining peep-eating contest. Kids will also enjoy the bounce houses and a special animal encounter. T h e L i v i n g D e s e r t ’s “Eggstravaganza” is free for members and included with paid admission to the park for nonmembers. Parking is always free. Easter “Eggstravaganza” Schedule April 4 and April 5: 10 a.m.: Egg Hunt (ages
2-8) at Gecko Gulch 11 a.m.: Egg Hunt (ages 9 -12) at Gecko Gulch 12 p.m.: Tortoise and Hare Race followed by the Easter Parade 12:15 p.m.: Adult Egg Hunt 12:30 p.m.: Egg Hunt (ages 2-12) at Gecko Gulch 1:30 p.m.: Egg Hunt (ages 2-12) at Gecko Gulch 1:45 p.m.: Peep Eating Contest at Discovery Center All Day Face Painting, Bounce Houses, Photo Booth, Crafts, Corn Hole, Maze The Living Desert is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, visit www. LivingDesert.org or contact 760346-5694.
range. He will be one to reckon with in a couple years. Djokovic won his semi-final match easier against Andy Murray. Then it was up to the top two men to fight it out for the win and fight they did. The crowd was behind Federer as they would stand and cheer and clap loudly after he won a tense volley. One match went to
a tiebreaker with Federer winning that one but Djokovic came out the winner for the fourth time at the BNP Parabas. A real feat in itself to win here so many times and tying Federer for that title of four wins here at the BNP. Djokovic won back to back to tie Continues on Page 4
‘Stars Among Us Gala’ at the Mizell Center
Story and Photos by Pat Krause The Mizell Center held its 10th anniversary “Stars Among Us Gala” at the Palm Springs Air Museum on March 21st. The theme this year was, An Evening At The Apollo, and presented by Eisenhower Health and Harold Matzner. The event honored several deserving people and charities. Guests entered the Air Museum through a hallway with draped curtains on the wall. The Dining area was decorated the same with drapery all over the walls. The reception was held in another room filled with beautiful lights and decorated tables. The Entertainment was by Hitzville-The Show and a Motown iconic couple, Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr. The night was a trip down memory lane with a Motown revue, One-Night Souled Out. McCoo and Davis hail from the 5th Dimensions group and said the group had never played the Apollo Theatre, but that they had. The duo has had great success as a couple and have had many gold and platinum records and received seven Grammys. As emcees, they told about the wonderful work Mizell does with its Meals on Wheels program along with all the other work they do for Seniors. A video was shown with all the well-known artists that had played at the Apollo over the years. The Stars Among Us 2015 was Chris O’Hanlon, who received the Shining Star Award, and The Gold Star
Achievement Award were given to the Desert AIDS Project and were accepted by Barbara Keller. Modernism Week was given the Galaxy Award, and the award was accepted by Lisa VosslerSmith. These three exceptional honorees were chosen for the fantastic work they do in the whole Coachella Valley. CoChairs for the Gala were Dr. Ronald and Carol Fragen and Eric Rudolph and Bob Iles. Hundreds of guests enjoyed the superb entertainment along with a delicious meal. Mizell Center provides 140,000 Meals on Wheels each year along with over 40,000 meals at senior centers. The Center has over 3000 active members and co-chairs Dr. Ron and Carol Fragen with Eric Rudolph and Bob Iles provides another 170 programs yearly. They strive to keep seniors healthy and active with a list of services that goes on and on and has been doing it for over 40 years. Seniors spoke about how the Mizell Center has kept them alive and well and don’t know where they would be without the help they get from Mizell. Mizell prides itself by serving more seniors in one day than other charities do in one year. There is no waiting list for assistance as they help all who are in need. One 94-year-old woman told the guests that Mizell had given her back her life as she now has many friends, Seated are Lori and G. Aubrey Serfling with Jeff Weyant, Marty Marilyn McCoo, Billy Davis Jr and Mizell Ex. Director and good health and activities Massiello and Palm Springs Palm Springs council woman, Ginny Foat she enjoys at the Center.
ACT for MS Beach Party II
Story and Photos by Pat Krause ACT for MS, <Multiple Sclerosis> held its Beach Party II at the Renaissance Esmeralda Resort Spa’s Esmeralda’s Ballroom on March 20th. The event honored the memory of Singer Frankie Randall, who passed away just a few months ago as Frankie was a huge supporter of ACT for MS. Honorary Chairs were Rhonda and Ray Smith as their son is a victim of MS and support ACT for MS. They underwrote the band and the invitations for the evening. A special thank you went to the Auen Foundation that has supported ACT for MS since the beginning. Gala cochairs were Suz Hunt, president and Gloria Greer, founder. Funny man Scott Record does amazing impressions and had the audience in a happy laughing mood for the entire evening. He has so many talents as a singer, dancer, actor, musician and comedian that it is hard not to love his showmanship. Dean Torrence from “Jan and Dean” with the Surf City Allstars performed for
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the guests. They had the guests with MS. The programs help with out dancing before they finished self-esteem and balance with the first song. The dance floor exercise classes, massages and was full all the time and guests much-needed help in many other even would dance by themselves areas. They work to make lifeor tap their feet at the table. changing experiences, positive Everyone loves their music attitudes and best knowledge of as they were asked to come the disease. back after last year by popular demand. Guests wore beach attire and were given headbands, rings and necklaces with flashing lights. What a fun party, that also raised money for ACT for MS. Gloria Greer founded ACT for MS when her daughter Norma was diagnosed with MS. She wanted to help others cope with the challenges dealing with MS. They provide muchneeded services in the Coachella Valley and wish to help bring a better quality of Lead singer, Dean Torrence, from “Jan and Dean” fame life to those afflicted March 27, 2015
Norma Fishkind, Gloria Greer, founder of Act for MS, and Ann Greer
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BY THEDA KLEINHANS REICHMAN
‘Cinderella’ Enchants at the Ahmanson and On Screen “Cinderella” is back in town—on stage and screen— and in each case, the beloved fairytale seems fresh and new because the writers went back to the original French version by Charles Perrault, who penned “Cinderella” in the 18th century. In the original story, but not in the English and American translations, Cinderella and the prince meet and admire one another long before the palace ball and the fairy godmother is an old beggar woman Cinderella
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has been kind to, never knowing she is actually a magical presence. In the Tony Award winning musical “Cinderella,“ now at the Ahmanson Theatre, playwright Douglas Carter Beane has updated the original book by Oscar Hammerstein II, adding plot twists and plenty of contemporary comedy without losing the fairytale’s charm and magic. And speaking of magic, the costume design by William Ivey Long is totally amazing; particularly in Cinderella’s wardrobe transformation in Act I when the fairy godmothers Marie (Kecia Lewis) tells Cinderella (Page Faure) to believe. In the blink of an eye, her ragged dress becomes a dazzling white floor length ball gown. How did they do that? And it happens again in Act II when her tattered togs to suddenly turn into a gorgeous form fitting golden frock. The scenic design by Anna Louizos also bedazzles, from the tall trees in the forest surrounding the quaint cottage where Cinderella lives in the palace and ballroom settings. Adding to the fun is the transformation of a pumpkin into a glimmering coach and a raccoon and fox into a footman and driver. In the original Rodgers and Hammerstein musical the prince was urged to marry by his parents, the king and queen. In this revised version Prince Topher (Andy Huntington Jones), like Cinderella, is an orphan. According to Beane, “ I made them both feel that they were alone in the world “ making them kindred souls in more ways than one. Another twist, dating back to the original Perrault plot, is one stepsister; Gabrielle (Kaitlyn Davidson) actually likes Cinderella who upsets Cinderella’s stepmother played by Fran Drescher. Adding to the comedy is the very round stepsister Charlotte (Aymee Garcia) who belts out the musical lament “Why Would a Fellow Want a Girl Like That?” bemoaning the fact that the prince has chosen the slender mystery maiden at the ball. On opening night there were plenty of little girls dressed in princess gowns, but you don’t have to be a child to fall under the spell of this totally captivating production filled with music and lyrics by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II. And the two leads not only can sing, they dance divinely. “Cinderella” is a wonderful way to spend an evening. Cinderella,” at the Ahmanson Theatre at the Music Center, 135 N. Grand Ave, Downtown L.A. runs through April 26th. For tickets and information go to www.CenterTheatreGroup.org
Richard Madden as Prince Charming and Lily James as Cinderella or call (213) 972-4400.
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The newest Disney film version of “Cinderella” stars Lily James (Cousin Rose on TVs “Downton Abbey”) and she is a breath of spring. It’s easy to see why the prince (Richard Madden) is charmed by her when they meet by chance in the forest. She finds him attractive as well, but rides off without telling him her name. She has won his heart by her sweetness and kind manner, but before he can find her again his father (Derek Jacobi) decides to host a royal ball so his son can meet a suitable princess and marry. As the film begins we meet Ella and her loving parents. Sadly, when she is quite young, her mother dies. After many years, her father (Ben Chaplin) marries a widow (Cate Blanchett) who has two daughters of her own, Drisella (Sophie McShane, Daisy on “Downton Abbey“) and Anastasia (Holliday Grainger). They are cute, but also vain, greedy and very unpleasant to their stepsister following the death of her beloved father. As a child Cinderella was taught to be kind and courageous, and she lives up to these high standards despite the constant cruel treatment inflicted on her by her cold and calculating stepmother. Her real mother also told her she would be protected by a fairy godmother who turns out to be a beggar woman Cinderella has been kind to, played with gusto by Helena Bonham Carter. And like the Perrault classic, there is intrigue in the court as the Grand Duke (Stellan Skarsgard) attempts to become the power behind the throne following the death of the king. The story is beautifully directed by Kenneth Branaugh March 27, 2015
who takes us through the lush countryside and into the hearts and emotions of two special sweethearts. The movie is perfect for this upcoming holiday season, and like the Disney animated feature of long ago, there are those adorable mice who live with Cinderella in her attic bedroom. I saw “Cinderella” at the beautiful El Capitan Theater on Hollywood Blvd. Prior to the film, there was a stage show featuring the singing, dancing snowman from “Frozen” and a colorful series of lights and forms projected around the theater. If you see “Cinderella” at the El Capitan, bring along a
camera or smartphone so you can photograph the costumes which are displayed in the lobby and downstairs at the theater. You can also register to win a Blue Ball gown worth hundreds of dollars that are similar to the one Cinderella wears in the film. Chances of winning this beautiful dress are a lot better than winning the lottery, and it’s free to enter. Before the show, there is an organ concert featuring Disney’s music. After the show visit the soda fountain and gift shop next to the theatre. Enjoy a sundae or banana split and receive a sample of their delicious Ghirardelli chocolates. Yum!
Lily James as Cinderella
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BY ROBERT KINSLER
New Music DVD Titles are First Rate A number of new DVDs (several also available on Blu-ray) celebrate the far-flung corners of the musical universe in essential, bonus material-loaded packages.
Artist: Kansas Title: Miracles Out of Nowhere (Epic Records / Legacy Recordings) You might like if you enjoy: Kansas, Rush, Queen Tell me more: Phil Ehart, Dave Hope, Kerry Livgren, Robby Steinhardt, Steve Walsh and Richard Williams are not well known names but together their collective efforts as Kansas racked up scores of gold and platinum albums along with iconic singles such as “Carry On Wayward Son” and “Dust in the Wind.” On the newly-released 78-minute documentary “Miracles Out of Nowhere” the Topeka-spawned troupe finally gets a long-overdue celebration with archival footage, band interviews and assessments from the far-flung likes of Brian May (Queen), Garth Brooks and producer Brendan O’Brien (Pearl Jam, Bruce Springsteen). An accompanying audio CD features includes some choice dialogue
from the documentary, as well as deep album tracks from Kansas including an outstanding live performance of “Can I Tell You” recorded on “Don Kirshner’s Rock Concert in February 1974. The title also includes a wonderful 24-page fully-illustrated booklet. Information: KansasBand.com
Artists: Paul McCartney, Coldplay, Norah Jones, Neil Young, more Title: A MusiCares Tribute to Paul McCartney (Shout! Factory) You might like if you enjoy: Paul McCartney, Coldplay, Dave Grohl, James Taylor Te l l m e m o re : P a u l McCartney’s legacy as singersongwriter/multi-instrumentalist and live performer looms so large that a special event featuring the powerful likes of Neil Young & Crazy Horse, Coldplay, James Taylor and Diana Krall, Duane Eddy, Alicia Keys, Alison Krauss & Union Station and others performing some of his masterworks only scratches the surface of the 18time Grammy winner’s expansive songbook. But on Feb. 10, 2012, Sir Paul was honored as the
2012 MusiCares Person of the Year with a memorable benefit concert that is now available on DVD or Blu-ray. Highlights include Neil Young & Crazy Horse’s fiery reworking of “I Saw Her Standing There,” Coldplay’s gentle version of “We Can Work It Out” and Alicia Keys’ piano-anchored “Blackbird”; the icing on the cake is that McCartney and his top-tier band join in the fun to perform a blistering “Magical Mystery Tour” and “Junior’s Farm” early in the event, and team up with “Dave Grohl and Joe Walsh for an epic “Golden Slumbers / Carry That Weight / The End” to top things off. Proceeds from the sale of “A MusiCares Tribute to Paul McCartney” will go to MusiCares, an organization that ensures that musicians and music industry professionals have a place to turn in times of financial, medical and personal need. Information: ShoutFactory.com. Artist: Joe Bonamassa Title: Muddy Wolf at Red Rocks (J&R Adventures) You might like if you enjoy: Joe Bonamassa, Alvin Lee, Muddy Waters, Howlin’ Wolf
Tell me more: Joe Bonamassa is one of the world’s greatest living blues guitarists, and like many of the genre’s modern-day proponents he is always looking for an opportunity to honor the greats who paved the way for him. The newly-released “Muddy Wolf at Red Rocks” (available DVD and audio CD) honors both Muddy Waters and Howlin’ Wolf via a special concert filmed at Red Rocks Amphitheater over Labor Day weekend in 2014. The event is divided into three sections; the first section features a tribute to Waters, the second features reworkings of Wolf’s most beloved material, and a six-song third act puts the focus on Bonamassa’s original work. The uptempo “Tiger In Your Tank,” “I Can’t Be Satisfied” (with its slow intro and accelerating course complete with burning guitar and harmonica) and “All Night Boogie” (with Bonamassa and Kirk Fletcher trading lead guitar work) are among the many standout performances on the highly-recommended release. Information: jbonamassa.com. Title: Mystery Science Theater 3000: XXXII
(Shout! Factory) You might like if you enjoy: Mystery Science Theater 3000, Svengoolie, RiffTrax Tell me more: Although the long-running “Mystery Science Theater 3000” was widely recognized for its groundbreaking skewing of bad movies, music (courtesy of both original songs as well as the use of a wide-range of references and even sung bits) was always was an important part of the Satellite of Love’s trajectory. Shout Factory’s ongoing series of four-episode sets of the series includes season five’s “Hercules,” the Steve Reeves-starring 1958 film scored by the great Italian composer Enzo Masetti. That memorable episode also features astronaut Joel Robinson and his robot pals referencing everybody from Tom Jones and Pete Townshend to the Thompson Twins, Michael Bolton and John Lennon. They even use one of their skits to celebrate the soft rock legacy of early ‘70s hit makers Hamilton, Joe Frank & Reynolds. Information: ShoutFactory.com.
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Federer for that title. The ladies match between Jalena Jankovic lasted well over 2 hours. The long volleys between the two were heart wrenching to watch as each player looked exhausted after a long run before one would make a mistake and win. Simona Halep fought hard to win and become another first time winner at the BNP. Jankovic said she was just happy to be in the finals after a leg injury before the BNP. They both said they are looking forward to returning next year. A college tournament was held during the last few days on the practice courts and other stadiums. The main stadium was saved for the singles and
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doubles final matches. It’s hard to beat watching this caliber of tennis play. It’s no wonder that record attendance was broken again this year with 456,672 people attending. Day match records were broken too with over 16,000 at the finals on Sunday. A lot of the matches were sold out in advance and there were only a few seats in the top tier that were empty. Cheers rang out for the players and flags were waved from their seats. Some would chant ROGER ROGER and they were louder than cheers for Djokovic. This tournament grows faster each year as more and more improvements are made to delight the fans with talks brewing of a third stadium in the near future.
Roger Federer March 27, 2015
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Festival of the Desert Launches Event at Sunnylands
At the launch of The Festival of the Desert at Sunnylands Center and Garden in Rancho Mirage, CA are Phillippe Jordan, Music Director with Nina Kotova and Barrett Wissman, Co-Founder and Director.
Geoffrey Cowan, Diane DeShong, Barrett Wissman, Michael Kaiser and David Hallberg By Pam Price The Festival of the Desert, an ambitious one-day program of classical music, cuisine, and a session on The Future of Arts in America’s launch on March 18th at Sunnylands Center & Gardens with Philippe Jordan, Festival Music Director welcoming guests. Barrett Wissman followed him. Chairman of IMG Artists is the event’s co-founder and director. Mr. Wissman thanked the principal benefactors, Gregory and Regina Weingarten and the Annenberg Foundation, Harold Matzner and Marc and Eva Stern. Following the opening
remarks a morning concert entitled “The Genius of the Emigre Composer” was performed. This was an exploration of the works of the great emigre composers of the 20th century and their influence on the American music tradition. The performance featured Angel Romero, guitar, Christopher, piano, Mikhail Korzhev, piano, Ilana Davidson, soprano and the Rosseti Spring Quartet. Lunch in the gardens of the estate followed featuring a menu designed by Spencer’s Restaurant ( in Palm Springs) with specialties such as local Indio melon soup with fresh mint and edible garnish of flowers. The program concluded with a
‘talk & discussion’ focused on the Future of the Arts in America presented by Michael M. Kaiser the former President of the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. The Festival Advisory Board included Steven Biller, Geoffrey Cowan, Renee Fleming, Anne Taubman and Steve Pougnet, Palm Spring’s mayor. This innovative program was precisely curated linking the past to the present as the hours moved on. After Renee Fleming and Philippe Jordan’s concert at the McCallum Theatre in Palm Desert, a Gala Reception was held at Sunnylands Center & Gardens with musical performances
curated by Quincey Jones and a dance program curated by David Hallberg featuring dancers Veronika Part and Maria Kowroski. The dinner “curated by Cat Cora” was also a work of art featuring some of her specialties, such as orange and chili rubbed beef tenderloin with Basque Style “fresh herbs” green sauce. Barrett Wissman was enthusiastic about the launch of the Festival of the Desert on many levels and what makes it unique. “I think the idea of cross collaborations between art forms and having a great singer (Renee Fleming) with a great actor or a fantastic chef with a wonderful
visual artist. His opinion of Palm Springs as the epicenter of the event went further. “Palm Springs has a wonderful air and spirit. One feels that immediately, it is neither excessively large nor too small, and there is audience already there. At the same time, it has an intimacy of a place away from the traffic and noise of everyday life. It is in this ambiance one can enjoy the arts.” Pamela Price serves as the Vice Commissioner for the Cathedral City Public Art Commission
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Palm Canyon Theatre Presents a Lush “Secret Garden” Musical
By Jack Lyons Theatre and Film Critic The Layne Family of Palm Springs and founders of the Palm Canyon Theatre (PCT) hit two home runs in one week. On March 13th the family was honored by Bob Marshall, President of the Palm Springs Walk of Stars who presented its 382nd Star to theatre founder and family patriarch Dr. William Layne, in a ceremony attended by 100 patrons, supporters, and invited guests. The permanent plaque honoring the Layne family’s contributions to the Valley Arts Scene over the last eighteen years, was placed squarely at the entrance to the theatre, located at 538 North Palm Canyon Drive. The second home run came one week later on March 20th with the opening of the musical “The Secret Garden”, lovingly directed by Dr. William Layne that features members of his family: his eight year-old granddaughter Ava and his ten year-old grandson Wyatt Tethal, his daughter and theatre Managing Director/coartistic director and Actor Se Layne, and son J.W. Layne, the theatre’s resident Scenic Design www.desertstarweekly.com
wizard and co-artistic director. “The Secret Garden” with music by Lucy Simon and lyrics and book by Marsha Norman is a timeless tale of a special place where magic hope and love reside. Boasting a cast of twenty-two performers led by Lyric-Baritone Chris Sands and Baritone Mark Almy, the production features a talented company of actor-singer-dancer performers. Based on the 1911 novel of the same name by Frances Hodgson Burnett, the Palm Canyon Theatre production is the story 10 year-old Mary Lennox, a young English girl (Ava Tethel) born and raised in In India and the daughter of English Captain Lennox and his wife Rose (Angela Delaire). When a cholera outbreak strikes, Mary is left an orphan and is sent back to Yorkshire, England to live with Archibald Craven (Chris Sands) and Neville Craven (Mark Almy), two uncles she has never met. Eventually her own personality blossoms as she and Dickon, the young gardener (wonderful played by Nicholas Sloan) bring not only new life to a neglected
garden on the estate but also brightens up the dreary manor house owned by her two uncles. Mary also brings a healing breath of fresh air to her sickly cousin Colin Craven (played by Wyatt Tethal, her real-life brother) and she generally lights up the dark and musty corners of the manor house much to the servant’s delight; especially Martha, the chambermaid and friend to Mary (nicely played and sung by Alisha Bates; last seen at PCT in “A Chorus Line” as Diana Morales). With a cast this large it’s not possible to list everyone, however, there are always standouts in every successful production. And this show is no exception. The musical numbers from Norman and Simon are lush and rich, and in the hands of Sands, Almy, and Tethal they still resonate today. Especially the touching and haunting numbers by Sands and Sylvia Tethel who plays the beautiful Lily in “A Girl in the Valley” and “I Heard Someone Crying”. Also, the penultimate moving duet “Lily’s Eyes” in the first act between Sands and Almy: is a poignant number that March 27, 2015
displays the range and power of these two splendid singers. Nicholas Sloan’s comedy garden number, “Winter’s on the Wing”, is a folksy number that’s delivered with wit and energy. In the second act, Sands’ “Race You to the Top of the Morning” along with “Where in the World”, and the musicalending duet “How Could I Ever Know” with Tethal as Lily, are all show stoppers. Which brings me to the astonishing, just-turnedeight-year-old, adorable budding actress Ava Tethal. The part of Mary is usually played by an actor who is 11 or 12. The character is on stage almost 75% of the time. Her performance is nothing short of amazing. I see TV agents and managers and a career in show business if mommy and daddy allow. And the same goes for 10 year-old brother Wyatt, as well. In the technical department, the scenic and lighting design by J.W. Layne renders a veritable onstage garden with woods, secret doors, and flowers, and plenty of room for the singers and dancers as well as actors in the interior scenes. The costumes designed by Se Layne are beautiful, bright,
and eye-appealing. It’s visually apparent that former costume designer Derik Shopinski is back in the desert. Musical Direction in community or Regional theatre is a skill set in itself. Don Kelley has assembled a lovely score that compliments the performers and this impressive production. In the sound department, however, a little work needs to be done. Sound designs in the Palm Canyon Theatre have always been tricky when it comes to balancing the audio level for the audience to be able to hear the dialogue or lyrics, and the need of the singers to hear the music in order to remain on-key. It’s a thorny problem to be sure. The night I attended, the floor in row three literally vibrated when the singing and the music, and the microphones all came on at the same time. Surely there must be a way to solve this problematic auditorium sound balancing act. “The Secret Garden” is a family-pleasing, audience entertaining evening in the theatre. For reservations and ticket information call the box office at 760-323-5123.
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Mance Media Unveils 4K Ultra HD Plans By Desert Star Staff HOLLYWOOD, CA Mance Media, a global film and television distribution company based at Sunset Gower Studios in Hollywood, CA, today announces that it is distributing a collection of 4K Ultra HD films exclusively via BitTorrent Bundle. For the first time in history, movie studio Mance Media delivers 4K Ultra HD movies with 5.1 surround sound right to your home. By shrinking the file size without jeopardizing quality, 4K Ultra HD movies are quick to download and have never looked better. Watch the 4K Ultra HD content on any 4K televisions or on your computer with the VLC media player. Fans are able to download trailers from each of Mance Media’s 4K Ultra HD titles for free. For $5-6, fans can unlock the full 4K Ultra HD features in 5.1 surround sound & the official movie poster in high resolution. The breaking news: not only has Mance Media been able to shrink a 90 minute 4K movie file size from 300 GB to under 3 GB, it has also figured out how to embed 5.1 surround sound within the file. Mance Media has been researching, testing and perfecting the 4K workflow for over 12 months. This 4K breakthrough will now pave the way for 4K Ultra HD physical media (to coexist alongside the
yet-to-be-released 4K Ultra Bluray later this year). It is worth noting that all of Mance Media’s titles were shot in native 4K and have not been unconverted. As of today, the following 4K Ultra HD movies are available to BitTorrent’s 170 million monthly users: Title: The Toy Soldiers 4K Download Bundle: https:// bundles.bittorrent.com/bundles/ thetoysoldiers4k Genre: Drama MPAA Rating: R Logline: On one evening in a decade of sex, drugs and rock ‘n’ roll, the innocence of youth and family unravels. Starring: Najarra Townsend (Me and You and Everyone We Know, Contracted), Chandler Rylko (Not Another Celebrity Movie), Constance Brenneman (Love & Other Drugs), Samuel Nolan (Last Call with Carson Daly), Nick Frangione (Strapped), Jeanette May Steiner (Delivered) Directed By: Erik Peter Carlson
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Simon Kitchen At Hard Rock Hotel Unveils New Menu
Spicy Rock Shrimp By Desert Star Staff Simon Kitchen + Bar at Hard Rock Hotel Palm Springs is pleased to unveil new and exciting items to their menu starting on Monday, March 30, 2015. A departure from conventional hotel restaurants, Simon Kitchen + Bar offers a contemporary spin on comfort foods. The innovative menu, which was created by famed celebrity Chef Kerry Simon, will continue
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Bone-in Ribeye to emphasize the popular small plate offerings to be shared, while adding delicious new entrees, sandwiches, flat bread sections and desserts. “We’re excited to be launching our new, seasonal menu, filled with bold flavors and playful interpretations bonded together through classic techniques,” said Executive Chef Jeremy Saccardi. Diners will enjoy such mouthwatering “Social Plates” such
Roasted Chicken
as Veal Meatballs Parmigiana with Rapini and Burrata, Pulled Pork Sliders with Chile Verde, Pickled Cactus and Panela, and Wok Charred Edamame with Togarashi. Meat lovers will savor the flavors of the new 22-ounce or 36-ounce Bone-In Rib Eye prepared with Marrow Butter and special steak sauce; or the new Double-cut Pork Chop accompanied by a Bacon & Apple Relish and fresh Cornbread. March 27, 2015
Homemade Stone Oven Flatbread selections include Mama’s Meatballs with Crispy Eggplant, Ricotta and Pickled Zucchini, Wild Mushroom with an Asparagus-Walnut Pesto and Cabrales Blue Cheese, and Spicy Rock Shrimp with Chile Fonduta, Roasted Poblanos and Avocado. Save room to try one of the delectable desserts like the Mixed Berry Cobbler, which is infused with Grand Marnier and Meyer Lemon, and served with
Crème Fraiche Ice Cream. Simon Kitchen + Bar, which opened in the fall of 2014, was given a highly coveted “Diners’ Choice” Award from diners using OpenTable to make reservations. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days a week. A happy hour menu, “Simon’s Five @ Five,” is offered Sunday through Thursday from 5 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
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Suite B Indio, CA. 92201. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: Kurt A. Spurgin Chiropractie, Inc. 80545 Highway 111, Suite B Indio CA 92201. Business is conducted by: Corporation. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: Kurt Spurgin, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on March 12, 2015. Larry W. Ward, signed by L. Quintero File No. I-2015-00684 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub March, 20, 27, April 3, 10, 2015. DSW15-7064 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: FUNCTIONAL FITNESS 31375 AVENIDA ALVERA CATHEDRAL CITY. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: BLAKE ROBERT BUTIN 31375 AVENIDA ALVERA CATHEDRAL CITY CA 92234. Business is conducted by INDIVIDUAL: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: BLAKE BUTIN. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on MARCH 19, 2015. Larry W. Ward, signed. L. QUINTERO File No. I-201500743. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub March 27, April 3, 10 17, 2015. DSW15-7071 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: Paradise Guest Ranch 19150 Kris Ave Sky Valley Ca 92241. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: Consuelo-Vasquez 19150 Kris Ave Sky Valley CA 92241 Business is conducted by: Individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: Consuelo-Vasquez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on March 17, 2015. Larry W. Ward, signed by D. Perez File No. I-2015-00720 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub March, 20, 27, April 3, 10, 2015. DSW15-7068 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: A2Z Catering Biz (1) A2Z Remodeling Biz 73670 Oak Flats Drive, Palm Desert, CA 92260. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: Patricia- -Illingworth 73670 Oak Flats Drive, Palm Desert, CA 92260. Business is conducted by: Individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: Patricia Illingworth. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 24, 2015. Larry W. Ward, signed by LT. Brimmer File No. I-2015-00502 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub March, 20, 27, April 3, 10, 2015. DSW15-7067 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: Pacific Aquatic Techs 67596 Yagui Lane Desert Hot Springs, CA 92241. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: Ismara Socorro Luevano 67596 Yagui Lane Desert Hot Springs, CA 92241. 2b. Jose Luis Luevano 67596 Yagui Lane Desert Hot Springs, CA 92241. Business is conducted by: Married Couple. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: Ismara Socorro Luevano. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on March 18, 2015. Larry W. Ward, signed by T. Brimmer File No. I-2015-00722 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub March, 20, 27, April 3, 10, 2015. DSW15-7066 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME, CASE NO. PSC 1405179, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 3255 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92263, COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Amy Robinson filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: 1a. Present Name: Amy Robinson to Proposed Name: Bennett Kingston 2.THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: April 29, 2015 Time: 8:30 a.m., Dept.: PS3, b. The address of the court is: 3255 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262, County of Riverside 3.a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county (specify newspaper): Desert Star Weekly 13-279 Palm Drive, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 Dated: March 3, 2015, Judge of the Superior Court, Pub March 20, 27, April 3, 10, 2015. DSW15-7065
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: Xpressions Unlimited Hair & Beauty Supply 13313 Palm Dr. Ste C, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: Danitra Nicole Jackson 65924 6th St Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240. Business is conducted by: Individual. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on January 26, 2015. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: Danitra Jackson. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on March 4, 2015. Larry W. Ward, signed by T. Brimmer File No. I-201500600 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub March, 20, 27, April 3, 10, 2015. DSW15-7063
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Full name of registrant: LSO COOPERATIVE, INC. 33850 VIA ALTAMIRA CATHEDRAL CITY CA 92234. Business is conducted by CORPORATION: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious names) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: MICHAEL JAMES DETVAY, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on March 2, 2015. Larry W. Ward, signed. B. URIAS File No. I-2015-00560. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub March 6, 13, 20, 27, 2015. DSW15-7056 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: MEDINA POOL PLUMBING 44711 JACKSON ST INDIO CA 92201. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: MEDINA POOLS INC. 44711 JACKSON ST INDIO CA 92201. Business is conducted by CORPORATION: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious names) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: FERNANDO “P: MEDINA PRESIDENT. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 17, 2015. Larry W. Ward, signed. N. MEDINA File No. R-2015-01486. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub March 6, 13, 20, 27, 2015. DSW15-7055
AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: ABRAHAM & KENNEDY REALTORS 594 S. CAMINO REAL, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92264. Mailing Address: P.O. BOX 5729 PALM SPRINGS CA 92263. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: STEVEN MARK ABRAHAM 594 S. CAMINO REAL PALM SPRINGS CA 92264. Business is conducted by INDIVIDUAL: Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on January 8, 2010. 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: STEVEN MARK ABRAHAM. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on JANUARY 7, 2015. Larry W. Ward, signed. L. QUINTERO File No. I-201500052. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub January 9, 16, 23, 30, 2015, Amended 3/6, 13, 20, 27, 2015. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DSW15-7002 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: NEW BOHEMIA PRODUCTIONS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE 860 EAST GRACE CIRCLE PALM SPRINGS CA FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI92262. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: NESS AS: DUSTY’S ATTIC 73282 HWY 111 STE PATRICK VINCENT BONOMO 860 EAST GRACE 104 PALM DESERT CA 92260. Riverside County. CIRCLE PALMSPRINGS CA 92262. Business Full name of registrant: DUSTY LEE UGALDE is conducted by INDIVIDUAL: Registrant com- 72506 DESERT FLOWER DR. PALM DESERT CA menced to transact business under the fictitious 92260.Business is conducted by INDIVIDUAL: business name(s) listed above on 3/1/2015. I Registrant has not yet begun to transact business declare that all the information in this statement under the fictitious names) listed above. I declare is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares that all the information in this statement is true as true, information which he or she knows to and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: PATRICK information which he or she knows to be false, is VINCENT BONOMO. This statement was filed with guilty of a crime). Signed: DUSTY LEE UGABLE. the County Clerk of Riverside County on March This statement was filed with the County Clerk of 10, 2015. Larry W. Ward, signed. Y.R. CRUZ. File Riverside County on February 10, 2015. Larry W. No. I-2015-00645. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS Ward, signed. A. CHAVEZ File No. I-2015-00385. BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FIC- DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE TITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHO- THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT RIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND March 13, 20, 27, April 3, 2015. DSW15-7061 PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub February 27, March 6, 13, 20, 2015. DSW15-7051 AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-14DOING BUSINESS AS: ON SITE DRAPERY & 634940-CL Order No.: 730-1405036-70 YOU BLIND CLEANING 67928 AVA CT DESERT HOT ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST SPRINGS CA 92240. Riverside County. Full name DATED 8/16/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACof registrant: 2a. CARLOS- -TORRES JR 67928 TION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY AVA CT DESERT HOT SPRINGS CA 92240. Busi- BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED ness is conducted by INDIVIDUAL: Registrant AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE commenced to transact business under the ficti- PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD tious business name(s) listed above on 5/23/05. CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the I declare that all the information in this statement highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares a state or national bank, check drawn by state or as true, information which he or she knows to be federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: CARLOS TOR- or federal savings and loan association, or savings RES JR. This statement was filed with the County association, or savings bank specified in Section Clerk of Riverside County on OCT 1, 2014 Larry 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do W. Ward, signed J. MENDOZA File No. I-2014- business in this state, will be held by duly ap02523. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS pointed trustee. The sale will be made, but withNAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub 10/3, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24. 11/28, 12//5,12/12,12/19./2014, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3/2015. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: THIS GUY CLEANING 503 E. CAMINO PAROCELA, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92264. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: Miguel— Monroy 503 E. Camino parocela palm springs ca 92264. Business is conducted by individual: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious names) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: MIGUEL MONROY. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on March 11, 2015. Larry W. Ward, signed. V. BOYZO-SAUCEDO. File No. I-201500669. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub March 13, 20, 27, April 3, 2015. DSW15-7062
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out covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): Gary F. Thompson and Joanne Thompson, husband and wife as joint tenants Recorded: 8/23/2007 as Instrument No. 20070543546 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of RIVERSIDE County, California; Date of Sale: 4/29/2015 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: 2410 Wardlow Road #104, Corona, CA 92880, in the Auction.com Room Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $1,063,912.38 The purported property address is: 47160 CRYSTAL LOOP, INDIAN WELLS, CA 92210 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 623-143-027-0 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800-280-2832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-14-634940-CL . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800-280-2832 Or Login to: http:// www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-14-634940-CL IDSPub #0079497 3/27/2015 4/3/2015 4/10/2015. DSW15-7069 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-14644459-JB Order No.: 8492320 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/3/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): RICHARD L. RANDS AND CHARLENE R. RANDS, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 12/8/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-1014430 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of RIVERSIDE County,
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: RED VELVET CAFÉ 12125 DAY ST #302 MORENO VALLEY CA 92557. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: DENISE DARDEN (CHERIE) 10225 FERNLEAF DR. MORENO VALLEY CA 92557. Business is conducted by INDIVIDUAL: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious names) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: DENISE DARDEN. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 26, 2015. Larry W. Ward, signed. L. MONTES File No. R-2015-01962. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub March 6, 13, 20, 27, 2015. DSW15-7057
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI- BUSINESS AS: LIVEMEDS 33850 VIA ALTAMIRA NESS AS: Spurgin Seminars 80545 Highway 111, CATHEDRAL CITY CA 92234. Riverside County.
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California; Date of Sale: 4/3/2015 at 9:00:00 AM Place of Sale: At the front steps to the entrance of the former Corona Police Department, at 849 W. Sixth Street Corona, CA 92882 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $546,855.70 The purported property address is: 3 TRAFALGAR SQUARE, RANCHO MIRAGE, CA 92270 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 676-530-011-7 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-573-1965 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-14-644459-JB . 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. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-573-1965 Or Login to: http:// www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-14-644459-JB IDSPub #0078734 3/13/2015 3/20/2015 3/27/2015. DSW15-7060
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Can We Wait on the NFL in Los Angeles? LOS ANGELES – Los Angeles has not housed an NFL franchise since the mid 90’s. Over the last half decade, however, the idea of bringing the NFL back to Southern California has picked up more momentum than Jerome Bettis on first and goal. Not just bring one NFL team, though, bring TWO teams. On Tuesday, the owner of the current NFL champion New England Patriots, Robert Kraft said he believes Los Angeles would have two NFL franchises by 2016. Kraft is someone with a lot of pull. When the owner of a dynasty like the Patriots says something, it usually carries a lot of weight. Kraft is not the first person to think two teams are a viable option. Earlier in February, reports cam out of the Rams and the Chargers working out a deal to both move to Los Angeles. It appears as if moving two teams to Los Angeles is actually a thing of consideration among the NFL’s elite. There is a notion among the Los Angeles media that fans have would more than
love to have a team to call their own, but is that really the case? There are complications that no one is really considering. The Rams and the Raiders left for a reason, right? Los Angeles will always be a Lakers and Dodgers town. Will the busy people of LA want to take time on their Sunday to drive on the same congested freeways that they take to work five days a week? Lets not forget why the NFL left in the first place People in Los Angeles would like to have pro football back but Angelino’s have been doing fine without it. With the emergence of fantasy football and things like the NFL Package on DirecTV, fans would rather watch from their couch or tablet. With a come-late-leave-early reputation, what will happen if the future NFL team or teams are unsuccessful? No one in Los Angeles is going to want to drive and pay high prices for tickets to watch a losing product. Additionally, is there really enough people to support two teams in Los Angeles? Why cant the NFL
just try one and see how it goes first? Having virtually no stadium for multiple teams to play in is problem, too. There have been plans and ideas in the previous weeks but there is no actual stadium, yet. Downtown has the Coliseum and Pasadena has the Rose Bowl but those are not permanent or even good options for an NFL franchise. Do not forget that tailgating – a huge part of football – will likely be impossibility in Los Angeles. Lastly, and most importantly, if Los Angeles receives its football team and it fails again. That’s it; a team will likely not come back for a third go-round in a huge but distracted market. Despite the aforementioned concerns, the NFL and Los Angeles together makes too much sense not to happen. Let’s just hope that all issues will be resolved before hastily hauling a team Southwest. For more on sports in the Coachella Valley, follow Dan on Twitter @
Finance Tips Every College Student Should Know
By Desert Star Staff When the acceptance letter arrives from a college or university, it’s cause for celebration. But it’s also time to do some serious number crunching and take steps to mitigate potential educationrelated debt. The Institute for College Access and Success (TICAS) estimates that the average
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student leaves higher education with a diploma in hand, and a debt load of more than $26,0001. Even families who have saved for postsecondary education for years find themselves looking at ways to manage expenses as the cost of tuition, books and room and board add up. Exploring both traditional and non-traditional sources of financial aid can help
make those mounting expenses more manageable. Schedule a meeting with financial aid. As soon as you have settled on which school you’ll attend, contact the financial aid office and request an appointment with an advisor. If you’re within a drivable distance, it’s a good idea to meet in person and develop a relationship with someone who March 27, 2015
can help you identify potential aid sources you might not have considered otherwise. Closer to home, do the same with your high school counselor, who can keep an eye open for scholarships that match your credentials. Explore association scholarships. Many professional associations and member-based organizations offer competitive scholarship programs. Check with the major employers in your area, particularly any in your chosen field, to find out if they offer any scholarship or grants. You can also check with family members to determine what organizations they belong to and whether you are eligible for any funds. For example, Foresters(tm), an international financial services provider committed to family well-being, offers the Foresters Competitive Scholarship2, which awards up to 250 tuition scholarships worth up to $8,000 each for eligible members, their children and their grandchildren in the United States and Canada. Learn more about the scholarship opportunities awarded by Foresters at www. foresters.com. File for federal aid. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), even if you don’t think your financial circumstances make you eligible for a grant. You may be surprised by what is available. In addition, research national grants such as Pell Grants that can help defray
your expenses. Secure a career-relevant job or internship. While classes, studying and enjoying a healthy social life are all important aspects of the college experience, gaining experience in your future career field is valuable too. Consult with your school’s career center or an advisor in your area of study to uncover paid internship opportunities that will help you develop your resume and bolster your bank account. Making the most of potential resources to pay for your degree lets you keep your focus squarely on your studies so your next big cause for celebration can be your college diploma. Foresters(tm) is the trade name and a trademark of The Independent Order of Foresters, a fraternal benefit society, 789 Don Mills Road, Toronto, Canada M3C 1T9; its subsidiaries are licensed to use this mark. 1Institute for College Access and Success - Project on Student Debt report; 2013 2This program is administered by International Scholarship and Tuition Services, Inc. Foresters member benefits are non-contractual, subject to eligibility requirements and limitations and may be changed or cancelled without notice. For details, visit www.foresters.com.. (Family Features)
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