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Tru-Hero group for little boy Truman who is battling cancer. Photo by Pat Krause Story and Photos by Pat Krause The 54th Annual Golf Cart Parade was held on October 28th. What a great way to spend a Sunday in the Desert. Thousands of people lined the streets of El Paseo. The theme this year was Super Heroes, in honor of all the service men and women and all the people who have earned the title of heroes. It was fun to see all the
kids that were dressed as a favorite superhero that was not a part of the parade but was just spectators to the fun day. Those that enter a float or a golf cart work hard to be recognized with the six awards handed out to the best of the day with a monetary prize and trophy. Heroes can come in all forms such as cops, firefighters, soldiers, teachers, doctors
By Desert Star Staff PALM SPRINGS, CA – Palm Springs Art Museum (PSAM) is pleased to announce the launch of its 2018-2019 Art Studio Classes and Workshops, taught by leading professional artists and drawing from a variety of influences and genres, including creative painting, storytelling, collage and printmaking. “These interactive classes and workshops offer diverse learning opportunities that go beyond the traditional classroom setting and into the Museum itself,” says Leonardo Bravo, Palm
Springs Art Museum Director of Education. “The goal is to inspire students of all levels to explore their creative abilities while providing both the instruction and environment to further develop their artistic skills.” The Art Studio Classes and Workshops schedule is as follows: Creative Painting with Kwok Wai Lau, November 12-16 (also February 1822 and April 15-19), $450 members, $500 nonmembers. This five-day course will help intermediate
astronauts, and all comic book heroes. Other heroes are those fighting cancer and other diseases like a small boy, Truman, that brought out a lot of people with Tru-Hero t-shirts that were part of the parade. Other heroes were the leaders of the parade like Mrs. Powell whose husband was a congressional medal winner and the teacher of the
year. Heroes of all forms were in abundance with costumes as part of the parade. There were almost 80 participants in this year’s parade. Awards are handed out before the start of the ceremony. A plane flew overhead to start the parade. Police officers patrolled the parade route, and the Honor Guard was the first to go. There were the usual
bands to enliven the ceremony with colorful outfits and splendid music. There was an assortment of golf carts holding dignitaries of the Desert and political figures. Local floats and carts were showing their support for the Valley and the parade. Even Santa was a part of the Parade and of course Harpo Continues on Page 5
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USA Networks ‘Real Country’ announces contestants
Sets Stagecoach Country Music Festival And Grand Ole Opry Winner Performances
By Desert Star Staff NEW YORK, NY –– USA Network revealed the 21 artists competing in its new music showcase series REAL COUNTRY and the prizing they will be vying for. Set to premiere November 13 at 10/9, each contestant was hand-selected by the show’s permanent panel of artists – five-time GRAMMY Award®-winning trailblazer Shania Twain, platinum-selling singer-songwriter Jake Owen and GRAMMY Award®-winning music legend Travis Tritt. In every episode, three artists will compete for $10,000, a performance at Stagecoach – California’s Country Music Festival, and a spot in the grand finale where they will then vie for a chance to win $100,000 and a highly coveted performance at Nashville’s iconic Grand Ole Opry, which has been a launching pad for many of today’s top country superstars.
Kylie Frey Hometown: Opelousas, Louisiana Social: Twitter: @ kyliefrenchfrey /Instagram: @kyliefrenchfrey Fun Facts: A former rodeo queen with multiple championships, Frey had a passion for music at a young age. When she was in kindergarten, she dressed up as Shania Twain for career day and never looked back. Frey has a nationally recognized single, “Too Bad,” featuring Randy Rogers and produced by the Grammy, CMA, and ACM Award winning Paul Worley, and her debut album included two Top 10’s and her first #1, “Rodeo Man,” on Texas Regional Radio Report Charts.
Riley Thompson Hometown: Mabank, Texas Social: Instagram: @ rileythompsonmusic Billie Jo Fun Facts: At just 15-yearsHometown: Emory, Texas old, Thompson is fresh on the Social: Twitter: @ music scene with a unique billiejotxmusic /Instagram: voice necessary to the country @billiejotxmusic music genre today. Thompson’s Fun Facts: Billie Jo is a most notable experience to singer, songwriter and recording date has been competing in the artist blending traditional country Texas Music City Songwriter vocals with honest songs. Competition where she finished She is on the cusp of success in the top five with two of her after winning numerous local songs written in the same singing competitions. While she week they were performed. is extremely passionate about her music career, Billie Jo’s Tiera most important role is being a Hometown: Gardendale, mother to her four children. Alabama Social: Twitter: @tieramusic The Davisson Brothers Band /Instagram: @tieramusic Hometown: Harrison Fun Facts: With a rich County, West Virginia and soulful voice, Tiera taught Social: Twitter: @ herself how to play guitar at davissonbroband / 13-years-old using online Instagram: @davissonbros tutorials. From that moment Fun Facts: The Davisson on, she began to play at local Brothers Band has been hailed festivals across the state and as Rolling Stone Country’s eventually in Nashville, including “10 New Country Artists You at the iconic Bluebird Café. Need To Know” and have had a massively successful #1 hit in Micah Woods Australia with their single “Po’ Hometown: Murrieta, Boyz.” Two of the members California of the band are brothers and Social: Twitter: @ within their family they have 133 micahtwoods /Instagram: musically inclined first cousins. @micahtwoods
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Fun Facts: The moment Woods discovered powerhouse vocalists such as Dolly Parton at a young age, he was immediately drawn to music and found his passion in life. As fate would have it, he was performing at a hotel in New York City when Shania Twain heard him and selected him to perform on the show. The Young Fables Hometown: Maryville, Tennessee Social: Twitter: @ theyoungfables /Instagram: @theyoungfablesofficial Fun Facts: The Young Fables are an award-winning modern traditional country duo comprised of Laurel Wright and Wes Lunsford. The duo has appeared with country stars Lauren Alaina, Josh Turner, Rascal Flatts, The Band Perry, The Charlie Daniels Band and more. In 2018, the duo released their sophomore record, produced by the Grammy Award winning Mitch Dane, to critical acclaim. JAKE OWEN’S PICKS: ADAIRS RUN Hometown: Salem, Virginia and Princeton, West Virginia Social: Twitter: @Adairsrun_ music /Instagram: @ adairsrun_music
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Fun Facts: This duo was formed in 2009 by Todd Hanchock and Pat Pollifrone and began their musical journey in acoustic dive bars and local festivals across West Virginia and neighboring states. Over the years they have grown to find success opening for and playing with Brett Michaels, Jason Aldean and Florida Georgia Line. With big personalities and a great sense of humor, Adairs Run highlights the authenticity of storytelling and the grit of rock-and-roll.
Nashville. Currently, she writes music for other recording artists, film and television during the day all while waiting tables at night. As her own independent publisher, Floyd wrote “The Blade,” a duet between Ashley Monroe & Miranda Lambert, which served as the title track of Monroe’s Grammy nominated album – making her a “Grammy Nominated Waitress.”
Savannah Keyes Hometown: Sandy, Utah Social: Twitter: @ SavannahKeyes /Instagram: Jaida Dreyer @SavannahKeyesMusic Hometown: Nashville, Fun Facts: When Keyes Tennessee was 13-years-old she appeared Social: Twitter: @jaidadreyer on The Ellen Degeneres show /Instagram: @jaidadreyer and has grown into a successful Fun Facts: Dreyer is country/pop artist. Keyes is a currently one of Nashville’s most radio host and correspondent sought after co-writers. Her for Radio Disney Country, and eclectic writing style has had her last year she teamed up with penning songs across genres Taylor Guitars and American and for multiple hit television Girl Doll as a spokesperson shows, including “Nashville.” for the new Taylor Guitar built She recently celebrated a multi- for their singer/songwriter week #1 writing Luke Bryan’s doll, Tenney Grant. “Home Alone Tonight” featuring Little Big Town’s Karen Fairchild. Frank Ray Hometown: Las Cruces, Larry Fleet New Mexico Hometown: White Social: Twitter: @ Bluff, Tennessee frankraymusic /Instagram: Social: Twitter: @ @frankraymusic Lfleet /Instagram: @ Fun Facts: A former police larry_fleet_music officer, Ray left the force after Fun Facts: Influenced 10 years of service to pursue by traditional sounds, Fleet his music career full time. A grew up listening to gospel, triple-threat songwriter, singer bluegrass and country. By the and guitarist, Ray wrote all the age of seven he was invited to songs on his debut EP, which perform at the world famous has spawned two top-ten hits Ryman Auditorium, where he on Texas Country Radio. played guitar in a Bluegrass group. A full time electrician, Regan Stewart Fleet was discovered by Jake Hometown: Auburn, Alabama while he was out on tour, Social: Instagram: @ and he immediately knew he reganstewart needed him on this show. Fun Facts: Stewart has been immersed in the music Jamie Floyd world her entire life. She began Hometown: West Palm writing songs at 8-years-old and Beach, Florida quickly made a name for herself Social: Twitter: @ in Nashville when she joined jamiefloydmusic / the female-driven songwriter’s Instagram: @jamiefloyd showcase, Song Suffragettes, Fun Facts: Floyd was which has led to her being signed to a record deal at Continues on Page 4 11-years-old before moving to www.desertstarweekly.com
Disney Festival of Holidays, ‘Believe … in Holiday Magic’
By Desert Star Staff ANAHEIM, Calif., -At the Disneyland Resort, the Holidays begin here, bringing seasonal magic to the Happiest Place on Earth Nov. 9, 2018, through Jan. 6, 2019. Throughout the holiday season, traditions are shared, memories are made, and the spirit of the season shines even brighter throughout the resort. The festivities include favorite holiday experiences and entertainment, including Disney Festival of Holidays and the “Believe … in Holiday Magic” fireworks spectacular. The heartwarming Festival of Holidays, which honors the sights, sounds and tastes of Christmas, Navidad, Hanukkah, Diwali and Kwanzaa and Three Kings Day, is celebrated at
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Disney California Adventure Park for an additional two days, running through Jan. 8, 2019. Guests plan their seasonal visits year after year to experience beloved holiday traditions and all the festive cheer at Disneyland Resort, from snowfall on Main Street, U.S.A., to glistening décor, Disney-themed treats, holiday entertainment and the one-of-a-kind transformations that create “it’s a small world” Holiday and Haunted Mansion Holiday. At Disney California Adventure Park Disney Festival of Holidays brings the spirit of the season to life through special entertainment, along with delicious food at the Festive Foods Marketplace, which features a mix of holiday dishes and beverages that bridge many diverse cultures and family traditions. Festival of Holidays entertainment includes musical and dance performances by the mischievous Holiday Toy Drummers, Mostly Kosher, Blue13 Dance Company, The Sound, and the GRAMMY® Award-winning Mariachi Divas. The Three Caballeros host the popular “Disney ¡Viva Navidad!” street party celebration, featuring folklórico and samba dancers, live musicians, and Mickey and Minnie in their fiesta best. Princess Elena’s Musical Grand Arrival welcomes the adventurous and kindhearted Princess Elena of Avalor, her magical friend Skylar and royal dancers as they share the joy of the holidays in this charming musical celebration. The residents of Cars Land decorate for the holidays, too. Each address along Route 66 – Flo’s V8 Café, Fillmore’s
Taste-In, Cozy Cone Motel, Luigi’s Casa della Tires and more – gets a holiday makeover that reflects the personality of its “Cars” character resident. Plus, two attractions put the holiday cheer into overdrive, transforming into Luigi’s Joy to the Whirl and Mater’s Jingle Jamboree. Guests can enjoy special holiday-themed activities with Santa Claus and his sleigh full of mischievous elves at Santa’s Holiday Visit at the Redwood Creek Challenge Trail through Dec. 24. From Dec. 25 through Jan. 6, guests may encounter Santa Goofy in this festive location. When night falls, guests may stroll through the Grizzly Peak area to experience a magical touch of winter, with an occasional snowfall! A dazzling, 50-foot Christmas tree adorns Carthay Circle along Buena Vista Street. The tree and surrounding buildings, inspired by Los Angeles as it appeared when Walt Disney arrived in the 1920s, are decorated with
vintage-style ornaments. At Disneyland Park Sleeping Beauty’s Winter Castle enchants from day to night with its shimmering icicles and twinkling lights. After dark, “Believe … in Holiday Magic” fireworks spectacular and its magical snowfall finale create lasting holiday memories. Mickey, Minnie, Disney Princesses and Santa celebrate the season in “A Christmas Fantasy”parade, a daily procession with floats, music and marching “tin soldiers.” Guests will be amazed by the 60-foot tall Christmas tree in Town Square, Main Street, U.S.A., a picturesque sight where friends and family gather to take holiday photos each year. This year, the tree includes new lighting and décor, with 3,500 multi-color lights, 1,500 Victorian-inspired ornaments and 100 faux candles that range from 12 to 22 inches tall. Disneyland guests definitely will want to experience the popular seasonal transformations of these park attractions:
“it’s a small world” becomes “it’s a small world” Holiday with dolls and toys representing children around the world enjoying the distinctive holiday traditions of their countries. Haunted Mansion becomes Haunted Mansion Holiday, * with Jack Skellington and his friends from “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas” causing a collision between Christmas and Halloween. The Downtown Disney District shopping, dining and entertainment promenade and the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort also join the holiday festivities with twinkling lights and ornaments, holiday displays, special entertainment and holidayinspired eats and treats. For special holiday offers and bookings, please visit www.disneyland.com, and to give the gift of a Disneyland experience, visit www. disneyland.com/gifting. *Haunted Mansion Holiday is inspired by “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas.”
KMIR News Staff Author, Singer, Actress and Local Resident Lorna Luft Named Celebrity Grand Marshal of 26th Annual Palm Springs Festival of Lights Parade. Modernist Architect Hugh Kaptur and NBC Palm Springs Anchor Gino Lamont Named Community Grand Marshals Nov. 1, 2018. The New York Times best-selling author, singer, actress and Palm Springs resident Lorna Luft will lead the festivities along Palm Canyon Drive as this year’s Celebrity Grand Marshal for the 26th Annual Palm Springs Festival of Lights Parade, the City’s signature holiday event, which every year brings more than 100,000 residents and visitors to downtown on the first Saturday in December to celebrate the beginning of the holiday season in the Coachella Valley. Lorna Luft, the daughter
of legendary entertainer Judy Garland, Luft may be best known for her performances in the hit film Grease 2 and the television drama Extremities with Farrah Fawcett. She has also performed on Broadway and is the author of two best-selling books: Me and My Shadows: A Family Memoir and her latest with co-author Jeffrey Vance, A Star is Born: Judy Garland and the Film that Got Away. Joining Luft in this year’s parade is famed Palm Springs modernist architect Hugh Kaptur along with Gino Lamont, news anchor for NBC Palm Springs, who will serve as Community Grand Marshals. Garfield the Cat will also make an appearance, serving as the parade’s Children’s Grand Marshal. The holiday lights spectacular kicks off on Saturday, Dec. 1 at 5:45 p.m. on Palm Canyon Drive at Ramon Road — and
heads north concluding at Tamarisk. Once again, the parade will be broadcast live on NBC Palm Springs. Coverage begins at 6 p.m. Featuring twinkling floats, magnificent marching bands, huge Macy’s-style holiday balloons and Santa Claus, the parade is a much loved holiday tradition that is not to be missed! Visit www.psfestivaloflights. com for more information.
“The Palm Springs Festival of Lights Parade has become one of Southern California’s most beloved holiday events and an important part of the magic that makes our destination, like no place else,” according to Mary Jo Ginther, Director of the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism. “Bring the whole family and join us in downtown for what is sure to be a night to remember!” Source KMIR
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2019 California Teachers of the Year By Desert Star Staff SACRAMENTO—State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson today named five extraordinary educators as the 2019 California Teachers of the Year. Torlakson, who began his career as a science teacher and coach, said he is pleased to honor five outstanding and talented teachers who have made a great impact in their schools and communities. “These five remarkable teachers deserve thanks and admiration for their deep commitment, hard work, and creativity,” he said. “They make profound differences in their students’ lives and provide students the tools they need to succeed. They’re an inspiration and an example of the exceptional work going on in California schools.” Presented by California Casualty and the California Teachers of the Year Foundation, the California Teachers of the Year Program began in 1972 to honor outstanding teachers and encourage new teachers to enter the profession. The 2019 winners are: Rosie Reid who teaches
English to ninth through twelfth grade students at Northgate High School, Mount Diablo Unified School District in Walnut Creek, Contra Costa County. Torlakson also nominated Reid as California’s representative for the National Teacher of the Year competition. Reid will compete against other state nominees, and a 2019 National Teacher of the Year will be named in the spring. Erica Boomer who is a ninth through twelfth grade agriculture teacher at Upper Lake High School, Upper Lake Unified School District in Upper Lake, Lake County. Kim Holz who is a fourthgrade multi-subject teacher at Opal Robinson Elementary, Manhattan Beach Unified School District in Manhattan Beach, Los Angeles County. Michael Henges who is a twelfth-grade government and economics teacher at Redondo Union High School, Redondo Beach Unified in Redondo Beach, Los Angeles County. Angel Mejico who is a seventh and eighth grade art teacher at El Cerrito Middle School, Corona-Norco Unified School District in Corona, Riverside County.
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two youngest. Brown uses his music platform to advocate for veterans and adoption.
Torlakson, who launched a “Make the Switch: Become a Teacher” campaign this year, said these teachers will be great ambassadors for the profession. Due to California’s teacher shortage, he said, it is important to get the word out about the rewards of being a teacher. “Great teachers are the backbone of our education system. Teaching is a commitment to your community, your students, and most of all, a commitment
to the future,” he said. Visit the Teach California website for more information. County offices of education nominate California Teachers of the Year winners through their county-level competitions. A state selection committee reviews candidates’ application and conducts site visits to evaluate the teachers’ rapport with students, classroom environment, presentation skills, and teaching techniques. The teachers are interviewed by the
California Department of Education (CDE). The State Superintendent then selects the five awardees. The 2019 California Teachers of the Year, finalists, and semifinalists will be honored by Torlakson at a gala to be held in Sacramento on December 10, 2018. For more information on the award program, please visit the CDE’s California Teachers of the Year web page.
Dave Kennedy Hometown: Chattanooga, Tennessee Social: Twitter: @ davekennedyjr /Instagram: @davekennedymusic Fun Facts: With a voice like a runaway freight train, Kennedy has been a singer/songwriter for nearly a decade and has influences of both old and new country, mixed with a little rockand-roll. Although his wife and daughter keep him longing for home, Kennedy recently toured with country artist Drake White and is starting to work on his first full-length solo album.
CodyPurvisMusic /Instagram: @codypurvismusic Fun Facts: Following in the country music footsteps of his parents, Purvis is a more traditional singer who is influenced by a myriad of country music legends. He moved to Nashville when he was 15-yearsold and has opened for the likes of Trace Adkins and Darius Rucker. He has performed at the historic Ryman Auditorium and is doing everything he can to grind in Music City in order to get his big break.
led by husband and wife Cole Michael Porter and Kendra Porter, met singing karaoke. They are two old souls who’ve spent the last decade traveling the country together playing their music everywhere from dive bars and honky tonks to festivals and theaters.
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USA Networks ‘Real Country’ announces contestants featured in Rolling Stone, Taste of Country, CMT and many others. Her unique voice has the Copper Chief potential to infuse a new style Hometown: Mineral into the country music genre. Wells, Muenster, and Richmond, Texas TRAVIS TRITT’S PICKS: Social: Twitter: @copperchief Bri Bagwell /Instagram: @copperchief Hometown: Las Cruces, Fun Facts: Copper Chief New Mexico is a central Texas band with Social: Twitter: @bribagwell deep roots and even deeper /Instagram: @bribagwell brotherhood consisting of three Fun Facts: Bagwell has country artists – Mike Valliere, grit, passion, perseverance and Rio Tripiano and Justin Lusk. talent. After touring with her Their passion for music runs band - “The Banned” - over 180 deep as they all gave up their days per year for seven years, day jobs, including being a this six-time Texas Regional lawyer, to pursue this dream. Radio Female Vocalist of the Since the release of their debut Year has continued to grow self-titled album - “Copper her grass-roots and begun to Chief” - the guys have been earn the respect of her peers burning a path all across Texas in the Nashville music scene. and the surrounding states to steadily growing crowds. Scooter Brown Hometown: Littleton, Tony Jackson Colorado Hometown: Richmond, Social: Twitter: @ Virginia ScooterBrownBND/ Social: Twitter: @ Instagram: @ tjacksoncountry /Instagram: ScooterBrownBND @tonyjacksonmusic Fun Facts: Brown is an Fun Facts: A former marine, American singer-songwriter. Jackson fell in love with country After four years in the Marine music as a young man after Corps with two tours overseas, seeing Randy Travis perform he moved to Texas to pursue on an army base in Spain. He music before leaving for is a true singer/songwriter with Nashville. Brown now tours a passion for the traditional across the country, headlining country music sound. His original and opening for acts like The music reaches millions of fans Charlie Daniels Band and The across his social channels, Marshall Tucker Band, among with his George Jones tribute many others. He is a father of hitting over 38 million views. four children, and adopted his
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Cody Purvis Hometown: Charlottesville, Virginia Social: Twitter: @ November 2, 2018
Porter Union Hometown: Springfield, Missouri Social: Twitter: @porterunion /Instagram: @porterunion Fun Facts: Porter Union,
From Wilshire Studios, the eight-part series has Twain, Nicolle Yaron, Stijn Bakkers and Leslie Garvin set to executive produce. For more information on REAL COUNTRY or the artists, please visit http://www. usanetwork.com/realcountry.
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‘Ant-Man and the Wasp’ Takes Flight on DVD
When you think about Marvel Comics heroes, you think big. Big like the Incredible Green Hulk. However, in the Ant-Man movies the two heroes, Ant-Man and the Wasp, are at their mightiest when they don their superhero suits and shrink to the size of a mighty insect. And it is excellent fun to watch them down-size when necessary, then return to full standard human size when danger is averted. However, for the bad guys, they are at their mightiest when they are tiny and can buzz off at will. The Ant-Man sequel, like
the first Ant-Man film in 2015, is directed by Peyton Reed and is now available on DVD and Bluray. If you didn’t see the first Ant-Man film you would still be able to figure out the characters and their back history pretty well--although it would be helpful if you saw the first movie. I did not, so at times I found myself a bit confused, especially about the current conflicted relationship between Dr. Hank Pym (Michael Douglas), the inventor of the Ant-Man suit and technology and Scott Lang, aka Ant-Man (an easy-going Paul Rudd).
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was also there for a price. There was a golf cart show for all the the clown thrilled the little ones. golfers in the desert to admire. A The day started early with parade needs lots of sponsors, the Palm Desert Rotary Pancake and the list of local businesses Breakfast at 8:00. The was a was endless. Food vendors Kids Zone compliments of the kept parade-goers from going Berger Foundation that allowed hungry or thirsty, and there was free play and activities for the even a beer and refreshment little ones and families. The Auen tent. This parade is one of the Foundation provided Senior longest-running parades, and and disability seating with early from the size of the crowd, you seat reservations. VIP seating can judge for yourself why.
As the film begins, Scott is under a two-year house arrest in his San Francisco home for something that happened in connection with Captain America. Randall Park plays the S.H.I.E.L.D agent assigned to keep an eye on Scott at all times until his confinement time is up. Under no circumstances is Scott allowed to leave his house, but he can have visits from his adoring daughter, Cassie (Abby Ryder Fortson), her mom (Judy Greer) and stepdad (Bobby Cannavale). He also can while away his time was playing the drums
and doing magic tricks. So things aren’t all that bad. Things heat up when Dr. Pym’s long-lost wife (Michelle Pfeiffer) appears to Scott in a dream. She has been shrunk to the molecular level and is missing in an inner-space region known as the quantum realm. When Scott awakens, he calls Pym and his daughter Hope (Evangeline Lilly) the Wasp and describes the dream Thinking this is a sign that his wife is still alive the doctor agrees to meet with his former colleague, Ant-Man. Things are not going well for the brilliant scientist and his equally gifted daughter. They have gone into hiding and have created a car so small it can not be detected by evil forces who want to steal his technological knowledge for their devious purposes. The good Doctor can also shrink his laboratory at will and carry it around like a suitcase. All these gimmicks are great fun to watch as the story unfolds. When Ant-Man makes contact with Pym and his daughter he has to leave his confinement secretly. This could get him into big trouble if the usually friendly S.H.I.E.L.D. agent ever finds out that he has
left the confines of his home. His clever escape maneuvers add to the fun of the plot. Ant-Man’s malfunctioning suit also gives way to plenty of sight gags when his size drastically changes from big to small or small to gigantic at very inconvenient times. To save Dr. Pym’s miniature, portable laboratory from the clutches of Sonny Burch (Walton Goggins) AntMan and the Wasp work together. They also have to protect themselves from Ava, also known as Ghost (Hannah John-Kamen) who has fantastic, potentially destructive powers coupled with unbearable physical pain as a result of an experiment that has gone wrong. She is starting to fade away and will do anything to save herself. All these plot points speed along at a merry pace that will keep you on your toes. Along with suspense, there is plenty of humor embedded in this sci-fi flight of fancy with two strange sci-fi bugs, Ant-Man, and the Wasp. “Ant-Man and the Wasp” is rated PG-13 for some scifi action violence, Running time: 2 hours, 5 minutes.
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Harpo the clown with Washington Charter school children in the parade. Photo by Pat Kause
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to advanced artists develop their own unique style in watercolor, acrylic, oil and collage, with demonstrations, discussion and assignments. Your Mythic Journey: Storytelling with Michael Kass, December 3-5, $250 members, $300 nonmembers. This three-day intensive course explores the ancient art of storytelling and personal mythology as a way to reconnect with an inherent sense of purpose and belonging and build community. Electrolyte Etching with Bernard Hoyes, December www.desertstarweekly.com
15-16, $150 members, $100 non-members. This two-day workshop explores nontoxic etching with a master printmaker. Each participant will learn this technical process and produce a successful print. Neosurrealism: Crafting Contemporary Art in Context Using Symbolism with Anne Faith Nicholls, January 1920, $150 members, $100 non-members. Participants in this two-day course will explore symbolism and context to create their own surrealistic painting, inspired by Salvador Dali, Frida Kahlo and Rene Magritte. Reflecting Upon Other Artists’ Works with Mark
Leonard, January 28-31, $350 members, $400 non-members. In this four-day workshop, participants will explore the process of looking deeply at a work of art in order to develop an intimate understanding of how it was created, and use that knowledge as a springboard for reinterpretation and reflection to create a work of their own. Creating an Abstract Painting From the Ground Up with Gwen Fox, February 4-8, $450 members, $500 non-members. This fiveday workshop will guide participants through the process of creating an abstract painting from November 2, 2018
conception to completion. Modified Tapestry Weaving: A 3D Design with Nora Lou Rolf, March 9-10, $150 members, $100 non-members. This two-day workshop will take participants through the complex process of building a pulled warp tapestry weave. Memory and History Through Contemporary Painting with Mara De Luca, March 25-29, $450 members, $500 non-members. This five-day workshop explores the fundamental aspects of painting viewed through an art historical and contemporary lens, inspiring an examination of value, color, application, mark making
and atmospheric effects. Weekday classes and workshops are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., weekend classes and workshops are from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Artists Council Center on the lower level of the Palm Springs Art Museum, 101 N. Museum Drive, Palm Springs 92262. Tickets are available through the box office at (760) 325-4490. For information about Art Studio Classes and Workshops, contact Hilary Roberts at hroberts@psmuseum. org or (760) 322-4850.
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“Steambath” at the Odyssey Theatre Runs Out of Steam in Short Order
L-R: John Moskal as “Oldtimer” and Jeff LeBeau as “Tandy.” Photo: Enci Box Bruce Jay Friedman’s satirical black comedy “Steambath,” which made its Off-Off-Broadway debut in 1971, is considered one of the greatest plays of the last century, receiving uniformly rave reviews. It has been resurrected, and under the direction of Ron, Sossi is currently on stage at the Odyssey Theatre. Unfortunately, this revival simply does not work. The premise of this old chestnut is God as a wisecracking Puerto Rican steambath attendant. This particular steam bath is a holding area where the newly deceased dwell until they tell
their stories before God after which they are commanded to walk through a door to the next level which appears to be a corridor illuminated by a bright white light. God mops the floor, wipes down the damp tiles, and puts out clean towels. In between his custodial duties, he issues a string of deadly commands to his gibberish-speaking computer, raining down havoc on the world below with car crashes and other life-ending catastrophes. Exquisitely played by well-known standup comedian Paul Rodriquez, who lights up the stage with his megawatt presence, God has a moment of compassion
when he sees an old woman who is heartbroken because her bird flew away and commands the wayward bird to fly home. He also feels sorry for a kid who was beaten up by the cops, so he decides to send him on a long vacation to Copenhagen. At one point, he makes reference to his son, the carpenter. God eats and drinks and is dutifully served by his butler Gottlieb, wonderfully played by Yusuf Yildiz, who not only serves as his devoted servant but also does an occasional tap dance when a distraction is needed. At one point God says, “I can get any food I want up here except lox – I can’t get fresh lox.” So who are the dead inhabitants of this steam bath representing the afterlife? Well, there’s the very talkative Oldtimer (John Moskal,) the Stock Broker (Brian Graves,) a pair of gay Young Men (Peter Pasco) and (Devan Schoelen) who sing and dance and hold hands. Apparently, they both loved the same man who spurned the two of them, so they committed suicide. Perched on a high step is Bieberman (Robert Lesser) who annoys Oldtimer by some of his disgusting habits such as belching, farting, spitting out orange pits, and clipping his toenails. The latest arrival is Tandy (Jeff LeB Eau) and a bit later Meredith (Shelby Lauren Barry) both of who very slowly realize they are dead. Meredith says she has to go home because “I have to pay my Bloomingdale’s bill!” and Tandy insists that he has to go back because he’s totally turned his life around and everything is in place for a new start, including writing a book on “Charlamagne” and his perfect new girlfriend. The Tandy character is the voice of doubt and keeps asking God
L-R: Jeff LeBeau as Tandy, (rear step) Robert Lesser as Bieberman, John Moskal as Oldtimer, and Shelby Lauren Barry as Meredith. Photo: by Enci Box
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for proof of who he is, which he responds to by doing a card trick. This brings me to my next point. The first third of Act I is loaded with laugh lines that should have resulted in laughter from the audience. Instead, those lines landed like lead balloons, and the play didn’t come to any semblance of life until the Rodriguez entered the stage. He’s a real pro with impeccable comic timing which only served to spotlight the lack of energy from the rest of the cast, with Miss Barry’s performance as
to go through the door, he begs for his life, stating all the reasons why he deserves to live but as he reviews his past, he plays his own Devil’s advocate, questioning his reasoning for being spared. Another idea, with which the playwright dabbles, is the disorientation of people from a different generation who are stuck in their own time warp. Despite a less than satisfying production, one can understand what drew Ron Sossi to this provocative material. As Artistic Director
With God (Paul Rodriguez) watching in the background, DJ Kemp and Devan Schoelen play two gay friends in love with the same man. Photo: Enci Box Meredith more suited to a high school production. She should really work with a coach to rid herself of her strident vocal delivery. Rounding out the cast are Anthony Rutowicz and Shay Denison who make brief appearances in Act II. What is excellent about this production are the technical aspects including Gary Guidinger’s set design, Chu-Hsuan Chang’s lighting design, Christopher Moscatiello’s sound design, and Mylette Nora’s towel costumes. The shower sequences in Act I and II were especially well done with dense fog nicely masking naked bodies. The more subtle philosophical ideas put forth by the playwright are deftly revealed as the characters review their lives and come to surprising revelations. When it’s time for the Tandy character
of the Odyssey Theatre Ensemble, he has been one of the amazing pioneers of outstanding, avant-garde works and we certainly look forward to his next production. ODYSSEY THEATRE ENSEMBLE 2055 South Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90025 A Run: Wed.: 8:00 pm (Nov. 28 & Dec. 5th only) Thurs.: 8:00 pm (Nov. 8 only) Fri.: 8:00 pm (Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Dec. 7, 14) Sat.: 8:00 pm (Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24; Dec. 1, 8, 15) Sun.: 2:00 pm (Nov. 4, 11, 18, 25; Dec. 2, 9, 16) Tickets: $32-$37 Box Office: 310-477-2055 ext 2 boxoffice@ odysseytheatre.com www.odysseytheatre.com www.desertstarweekly.com
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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission will conduct a Public Hearing, in which they will consider a request for a one-year Time Extension for Conditional Use Permit No 13-16. The meeting will be held as follows: DATE: Tuesday, November 13, 2018 TIME: 6:00 P.M. (or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard) LOCATION: Carl May Community Center 11711 West Drive, Desert Hot Springs, California, 92240 CASE(S): Time Extension - Conditional Use Permit No 13-16 LOCATION: The project is located on the south side of Two Bunch Palms Trail, approximately 725 feet east of Little Morongo Road and within the Light Industrial (I-L) Zone.
APPLICANT/REPRESENTATIVE: Ocean Springs Tech, Inc. Armando Rodriguez. PROPOSAL: Request for a one-year time extension (from October 11, 2018 to October 11, 2019) for Conditional Use Permit No 13-16; a project to repurpose an existing metal warehouse building (approximately 6,609 square feet) for an indoor cannabis cultivation facility on a previously developed 1.07-acre parcel (APN 665-030-053). ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: On October 11, 2016 the Planning Commission approved the Ocean Springs Tech Cannabis Cultivation Project and in doing so certified the CEQA Exemption for the project as a Class 1 Exemption, under Section 15301(a)(d)(e)(f) Existing Facilities. Pursuant to Section 15162(a) of the CEQA regulations, no further review is required once an environmental determination (Exemption, in this case) has been certified for a project, and there are no substantial changes to the project or new impacts that would warrant additional review. The Planning Commission only needs to make a finding that the request for the One-Year Time Extension is consistent with the original project and the CEQA Exemption, and that no substantial changes are being proposed, no additional impacts are being introduced, and no new mitigation measures are required. INTERESTED PERSONS MAY appear and be heard, or written comments may be submitted prior to the Public Hearing(s). Written comments will be made a part of the public record. If this matter should at some future date go to court, court testimony may be limited to only those issues raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Desert Hot Springs, at or prior to, the public hearing. QUESTIONS AND INQUIRIES regarding this matter or to review information for the above-described project: Contact Person: Patricia Meza Mailing Address: Community Development Department 65950 Pierson Boulevard, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 Phone: (760) 329-6411, Ext. 243 Email: pmeza@ cityofdhs.org Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (760) 329-6411 or via email at jsoriano@cityofdhs. org. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled meeting(s) will enable the City to make reasonable accommodations to ensure accessibility. November 2, 2018 DSW18-5190 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission will conduct a Public Hearing to consider 1) a project exemption to CEQA under section 15612(b)(3), General Rule, and applications for 2) Zone Map Amendment No. 01-18; and 3) General Plan Amendment No 02-18. The Public Hearing will be held as follows: DATE: Tuesday, November 13, 2018 TIME: 6:00 P.M. (or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard) LOCATION: Carl May Community Center 11711 West Drive, Desert Hot Springs, California, 92240 CASE(S): Zone Map Amendment 01-18 & General Plan Amendment 02-18 LOCATION: Zoning Map Amendment (ZMA) 01-18, and General Plan Amendment (GPA) 02-18. Applications to change the Zoning & General Plan Land Use Designation from R-R (Rural Residential) to C-N (Commercial Neighborhood) on a 9.1 acre site located at the southwest corner of Palm Drive and Claire Avenue. APN: 657-050-003 APPLICANT/REPRESENTATIVE: Chester Allen PROPOSAL: The proposed Zone Map & General Plan Amendments seek to change the allowable uses on the property to allow for potential, future development of the site with mixed neighborhood commercial uses. The applicant has indicated that they plan to develop the property with a possible
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gas station, drive-thru restaurants, retail commercial, service commercial, and a business park with offices/small warehousing throughout the back portion of the property. ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: Pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) & Section of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, staff has determined that the Zone Map & General Plan Amendments are exempt by the general rule that CEQA applies only to projects which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. Where it can be seen with certainty, (as in the case of a Zone Map & General Plan Amendment which only changes the designation and does not propose any construction or require any improvements) that there is no possibility that the activity in question (ZMA/GPA) may have a significant effect on the environment, the activity is not subject to CEQA. The Planning Commission, at the public hearing or during deliberations, may approve, deny, or propose changes to the project or to the environmental determination. INTERESTED PERSONS MAY appear and be heard, or written comments may be submitted prior to the Public Hearing(s). Written comments will be made a part of the public record. If this matter should at some future date go to court, court testimony may be limited to only those issues raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Desert Hot Springs, at or prior to, the public hearing. All information regarding the proposed project is available for public review at the City of Desert Hot Springs City Hall, 65950 Pierson Boulevard, during regular business hours (Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM). QUESTIONS AND INQUIRIES regarding this matter or to review information for the above-described project: Contact Person: Scott Taschner Mailing Address:Community Development Department 65950 Pierson Boulevard, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 Phone: (760) 329-6411, Ext. 251 Email: staschner@cityofdhs.org Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (760) 329-6411 or via email at jsoriano@cityofdhs.org. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled meeting(s) will enable the City to make reasonable accommodations to ensure accessibility. November 2, 2018 DSW18-5191 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission will conduct a Public Hearing to consider 1) a project exemption to CEQA under section 15612(b)(3), General Rule, and applications for 2) Zone Map Amendment No. 02-18; and 3) General Plan Amendment No 03-18. The Public Hearing will be held as follows: DATE: Tuesday, November 13, 2018 TIME: 6:00 P.M. (or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard) LOCATION: Carl May Community Center 11711 West Drive, Desert Hot Springs, California, 92240 CASE(S): Zone Map Amendment 02-18 & General Plan Amendment 03-18 LOCATION: 2) Zoning Map Amendment (ZMA) 02-18, and General Plan Amendment (GPA) 03-18. Applications to change the Zoning & General Plan Land Use Designation from R-R (Rural Residential) to I-L (Light Industrial) on an approximately 83-acre site located on the east side of Palm Drive south of Dillon Road and north of the Desert Dunes Golf Course. APNs 657-230-009; 657230010; 657230017; 657230020; 657230022
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or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Desert Hot Springs, at or prior to, the public hearing. All information regarding the proposed project is available for public review at the City of Desert Hot Springs City Hall, 65950 Pierson Boulevard, during regular business hours (Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM). QUESTIONS AND INQUIRIES regarding this matter or to review information for the above-described project: Contact Person: Scott Taschner Mailing Address:Community Development Department 65950 Pierson Boulevard, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 Phone: (760) 329-6411, Ext. 256 Email: staschner@cityofdhs.org Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (760) 329-6411 or via email at jsoriano@cityofdhs.org. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled meeting(s) will enable the City to make reasonable accommodations to ensure accessibility. November 2, 2018 DSW18-5192 NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA MECKLENBURG COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DIVISION Shawn Dennis V. Anitra Dennis18-CVD-17643 Attention “Anitra Dennis” Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above entitled action. The nature of the relief being sought is as follows: Dissolution of Marriage (Divorce) You are required to make defense to such pleading not later than November 28, 2018 and upon failure to do so the party seeking service against you will apply to the court for sought relief. This the 18th day of October, 2018 Shawn Dennis PO BOX 481410 Charlotte, NC 28269 Publish October 19, 26, 2018 November 2, 2018 DSW18-5178 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME, CASE NO. PSC1805779, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 3255 E. TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY, PALM SPRINGS, CA. 92262, COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. ORKUT AVCI filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: 1a. Present Name: ORKUT AVCI to Proposed Name TUKRO AVCI. 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: November 21, 2018 Time: 8:30 a.m., Dept.: PS3. 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 13279 Palm Drive Suite 5, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 Dated: September 26, 2018, Judge of the Superior Court, October 19, 26, November 2, 9, 2018 DSW18-5176 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME, CASE NO. PSC1806034, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 3255 E. TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY, PALM SPRINGS, CA. 92262, COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. ANANDA CHARLES REEDS filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: 1a. Present Name: ANANDA CHARLES REEDS to Proposed Name: CHARLES FARRELL. 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: November 28, 2018 Time: 8:30 a.m., Dept.: PS3. 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 13279 Palm Drive Suite 5, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 Dated: October 4, 2018, Judge of the Superior Court, October 12, 19, 26, November 2, 2018 DSW18-5172 AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: WORKLIFEHEALTH.DESIGN, 20364 HARVARD WAY, RIVERSIDE, CA 92507. Riverside County. P.O. BOX 55623, RIVERSIDE, CA 92517. Full name of registrant: JACQUELINE SPIRIT ASHLEY, 20364 HARVARD WAY, RIVERSIDE, CA 92507./ WILLIAM LEONARD ASHLEY II, 20364 HARVARD WAY, RIVERSIDE, CA 92507. Business is conducted by: MARRIED COUPLE. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: JACQUELINE SPIRIT ASHLEY. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on September 21, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201813232. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Publish October 3, 10, 17, 24, 2018. November 2, 9, 16, 23, 2018 DSW18-1280
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THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: CONCRETE SPECIALIST, 69827 BROOKVIEW WAY, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: JESUS “M” IBARRA, 69827 BROOKVIEW WAY, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: JESUS “M” IBARRA. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on October 19, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201814661. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Publish November 2, 9, 16, 23, 2018. DSW18-5179 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: PHILEMON MARKETING SOLUTIONS, 31790 ROBERT ROAD, THOUSAND PALMS, CA 92276. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: RICHARD EDWARD GONZALEZ, 31790 ROBERT ROAD, THOUSAND PALMS, CA 92276. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: RICHARD EDWARD GONZALEZ. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on October 15, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201814372. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Publish October 19, 26, November 2, 9, 2018. DSW18-5175 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: J’S BARBER SHOP, 28200 AVENIDA LA VISTA; SUITE C, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: JUAN MANUEL AGUILAR JR, 66296 8TH STREET DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240; JUAN CARLOS AGUILAR, 66296 8TH STRET, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Business is conducted by: CO-PARTNERS. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: JUAN MANUEL AGUILAR JR. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on October 1, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201813704. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Publish October 12, 19, 26, November 2, 2018. DSW18-5173 AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: ANDREW J. IMBILLI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, 73-411 HILLTOP ROAD, SKY VALLEY, CA 92241. Riverside County. Full name of registrant ANDREW JOHN IMBILLI, 73-411 HILLTOP ROAD, SKY VALLEY, CA 92241. Business is conducted by INDIVIDUAL. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above on JUNE 1981. 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 ANDREW JOHN IMBILLI. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on AUGUST 28, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No.R-201811925. 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 IOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). AUGUST 24, 31, SEPTEMBER 7, 14, 2018. OCTOBER 12, 19, 26, NOVEMBER 2, 2018 DSW18-5153
APPLICANT/REPRESENTATIVE: My Desert Garage PROPOSAL: The proposed Zone Map & General Plan Amendments seek to change the allowable uses on the property to allow for development of the site with mixed commercial uses along the Palm Drive frontage and a high-end RV storage facility in the back. ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: Pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) & Section of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, staff has determined that the Zone Map & General Plan Amendments are exempt by the general rule that CEQA applies only to projects which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. Where it can be seen with APN: 667-240-020-3 TS No: CA07000581-18-1 TO certainty, (as in the case of a Zone Map & General No: 180256014-CA-VOI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S Plan Amendment which only changes the designaSALE (The above statement is made pursuant to tion and does not propose any construction or CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(1). The Summary require any improvements) that there is no possibility will be provided to Trustor(s) and/or vested owner(s) that the activity in question (ZMA/GPA) may have a only, pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d) significant effect on the environment, the activity is (2).) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF not subject to CEQA. On November 13, 2018 the TRUST DATED December 9, 2014. UNLESS YOU Planning Commission, at the public hearing or durTAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, ing deliberations, may approve, deny, or propose IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU changes to the project or to the environmental NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE determination. INTERESTED PERSONS MAY apPROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD pear and be heard, or written comments may be CONTACT A LAWYER. On November 21, 2018 submitted prior to the Public Hearing(s). Written at 09:00 AM, Auction.com Room, 2410 Wardlow comments will be made a part of the public record. Road #104, Corona, CA 92880, MTC Financial Inc. If this matter should at some future date go to court, Trustee Corps, as the duly Appointed Trustee, court testimony may be limited to only those issues FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT dba under and pursuant to the power of sale contained raised at the public hearing described in this notice,
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in that certain Deed of Trust recorded on December 15, 2014 as Instrument No. 2014-0477549, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Riverside County, California, executed by ANA C. FLORES AND ALONDRA I. CERVANTES, REGISTERED DOMESTIC PARTNERS AS COMMUNITY PROPERTY WITH RIGHT OF SURVIVORSHIP, as Trustor(s), in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. as nominee for SIERRA PACIFIC MORTGAGE COMPANY, INC. as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 62473 NORTH STARCROSS DRIVE, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $206,226.84 (Estimated). However, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. 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. 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 Auction.com at 800.280.2832 for information regarding the Trustee’s Sale or visit the Internet Web site address www.Auction.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, CA0700058118-1. 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: October 11, 2018 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA07000581-18-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 Phone:949-252-8300 TDD: 866-660-4288 Myron Ravelo, Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ONLINE AT www. Auction.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: Auction.com at 800.280.2832 Trustee Corps may be acting as a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained may be used for that purpose.ISL Number 50722, Pub Dates: 10/19/2018, 10/26/2018, 11/02/2018, DESERT STAR WEEKLY. DSW18-5177
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Iowa Faith Leaders Rebuke Rep. King After Synagogue Massacre
By Desert Star Staff AMES, Iowa – In the wake of the shooting deaths of 11 people at a Pittsburgh synagogue, faith leaders are speaking out about Iowa Republican Rep. Steve King, known for endorsing Nazi sympathizers and tweeting white nationalist rhetoric. Letters have been sent to the state’s newspapers signed by 60 Iowans of various religions who called on elected officials to “stand
with Iowa’s Jewish community, denounce King’s actions and hold him accountable.” John Pleasants, president of the Ames Jewish Congregation, says King’s offensive rhetoric has diminished the state’s reputation. “For some of us, he has gone too far a long time ago, but I think a lot of his supporters kind of tolerated some of the statements that he’s made,” Pleasants states. “Really this time he has gone too far.”
In August, King met with far-right Austrians with historical Nazi ties while on a trip funded by a Holocaust memorial group. That led companies including Purina, Intel and Land O’ Lakes to end financial contributions to King. The National Republican Congressional Committee also announced it will not help fund King’s re-election bid. The congressman has called the attacks “fake news.” The Anti-Defamation
League, an organization that tracks anti-Semitism around the country, says the number of anti-Semitic incidents was nearly 60 percent higher in 2017 than 2016. Pleasants says no one is trying to directly link King to what happened in Pittsburgh, but he believes anti-Semitic statements can indirectly contribute to hate crimes. “It’s not just the Jewish community that’s gotten upset by this,” he stresses. “Our
Christians, Jews, Muslims, Buddhists – they’re very saddened and concerned by the events in Pittsburgh and believe that there’s some link between the two of them.” For the first time, King’s hometown newspaper – the Sioux City Journal – endorsed King’s Democratic challenger in next week’s midterms. King has held his seat since 2012, and won his last two reelection bids with more than 60 percent of the vote.
Selkirk Sport Re-Signs Morgan Evans
By Pamela Price The link between the Marion Davies Estate in Rancho Mirage and the Marion Davies Guest House on the beach in Santa Monica is strong — they share a similar history, each reflecting Hollywood heritage, but in different glamorous styles. The Marion Davies Estate on Frank Sinatra Drive in Rancho Mirage was built in 1952 for actress Marion Davies, the lifelong mistress of William Randolph Hearst, and was recently renovated, right down to the chandeliers. It debuted this year as the Villa de Martini, welcoming special events, from weddings to private getaways. Marion Davies, who resided here in the 1950s, is remembered by an impressive life-size portrait placed over the fireplace, with a grand piano off to the left. Ten elegantly decorated bedrooms, all with private bathrooms, reflect mid-century glamour with lavish imported bedding to set the stage. The door to each bedroom suite echoes the memory of a Hollywood film star, from Marion Davies herself to Audrey Hepburn, Clark Gable, and Elizabeth Taylor. For events, contact www.villademartini. com, (760) 899-1782 This legendary Hollywood era resonates 165 miles to the west in Santa Monica where the original 7,000 square-foot oceanfronts Marion Davies Guest House and Beach House has survived and is now under the stewardship of the Santa Monica Conservancy. It’s adjacent to the Annenberg Community Beach House at Santa Monica State Beach. There are complimentary docent tours Thursday through Sunday at 11am, 12pm, and 1pm. These tours are limited to 15 guests, and walk-ins are welcome as reservations are not required. Find more details at www.annenbergcommunitybeachhouse.com Private events are welcome and held year-round; call (310) 4584904 for more information. The décor is memorable with an impressive gallery of black and white photographs recalling Hollywood film personalities and thoughtfully installed throughout the twostory Guest House. Several bathrooms on the second floor reveal exquisite mosaic tile work that has been faithfully restored, such as one of a Portuguese-inspired sailing ship. The antique chandeliers at the home’s foyer are original as well. It’s a discreet spotlight that shines on the actress and eventually philanthropist Marion Davies, who is best known for captivating the heart of William Randolph Hearst, the wealthy, influential newspaper publisher. As the story goes, he was infatuated with Davies after having seen her perform at a New York theatre in 1917. From
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that moment, their legendary relationship blossomed. He was 54 years old, she was twenty. As their relationship developed, she eventually starred in silent films during the 1920s, later investing in real estate and involving herself with philanthropic projects. History also credits her for the terrific comedian as well. Marion Davies’ mesmerizing photographs are curated to perfection throughout the Marion Davies Guest House revealing her glamorous lifestyle while paying tribute to the aforementioned philanthropic contributions. The legend of Marion Davies is now brought to life expertly by docents who conduct tours that include a look at the fascinating black and documented in blue binder notebooks. Marion Davies’ legacy lives on in both mansions, at the Villa de Martini in Rancho Mirage encircled by the San
Docents from the Santa Monica Conservancy at the Marion Davies Guest House welcome visitors for tours. Photo by Alexandra Oliveira Jacinto mountains capturing the essence of a desert oasis, and at the Marion Davies Guest House, with stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. From sand to sea, the inimitable Marion Davies had a starring role in Hollywood cinema history.
The edgy glamour of 20th century Hollywood endures at both Marion Davies estates. Grace Robbins, author of the Hollywood-inspired book Cinderella and the Carpetbaggers say “ having an event at the former
residence of Marion Davies, reflecting Hollywood history so carefully curated, adds drama to any event, whether it be a wedding, philanthropic event or themed party. “
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