PSP FOCUS FLAGGING IN THE DESERT RETURNS TO RUTH HARDY PARK

On Saturday, February 18th DJ Randy Bettis from New York will provide an exciting soundtrack to dance, flag, or just watch. This free event will be in Ruth Hardy Park at 700 Tamarisk Road in Palm Springs. There is an instructional class preceding the event at 11 AM and the DJ starts at noon. While the event is free, we hope you will donate what you can to our local charity. This event benefits The Transgender Health & Wellness Center. There will also be a silent auction of donated flags. The music continues until 4 PM.

The weather should be warm but not overwhelming. As always, prepare with sunscreen, and as it’s a public park, some footwear is encouraged. We will provide ice and water so bring something to sit on, pack a lunch/snack, and bring other beverages. Well-behaved furry friends are also welcome.

Desert Flagger is the local organization that sponsors the event. They have a variety of events that are listed on their webpage at www. desertflaggers.com. These include classes, weekend flagging in various parks, social events, fundraisers, and flash mobs. They can be seen every Sunday as they open t-dance at OSCAR’S.

The art of flagging is the spinning of flags rhythmically to music. Silk flags are usually dyed in vibrant, ultraviolet fluorescent colors, creating an almost hypnotic spectacle when spun rhythmically. They are made by adding curtain weights sewn onto the edges of two sides of the fabric to make it possible for flaggers to spin them through the air.

Flags are as fun to watch as they are to spin! The basic moves are easy, fun, and visually stunning. Flow Flags are easy to pick up and soft on your body when you make mistakes. Come at 11 AM for our novice class and then enjoy the afternoon. Loaner flags are available.

11TH ANNUAL “HOLLYWOOD’S BIGGEST NIGHT” PARTY BENEFITING AAP –FOOD SAMARITANS

Not held since 2019! In celebration of the 95th annual Academy Awards, TRIO Restaurant in Palm Springs will host the eleventh annual “Hollywood’s Biggest Night” Oscar night party to benefit AAP-Food Samaritans at 4 pm on Sunday, March 12, 2023. The glittering evening hasn’t been held since 2019! In celebration of the 95th annual Academy Awards, TRIO Restaurant in Palm Springs will host their eleventh annual “Hollywood’s Biggest Night” Oscar party to benefit AAP-Food Samaritans at 4 pm on Sunday, March 12, 2023.

The glittering evening will include TRIO’s signature ‘orange carpet’ arrivals featuring a group of paparazzi, and a special greeting from dynamic hostess and local celebrity, Bella da Ball. The Oscars® preshow and awards presentations will be viewed on special screens throughout the restaurant.

“It’s a magical evening of festive dining, cocktails, and the greatest awards show on earth,” said Tony Marchese, owner of TRIO.

“Starting with the searchlights and the Hollywood-style greeting as guests walk our celebrated orange carpet, the energy in the room is electric. We’re elated to bring this event back for the first time since 2019.”

“TRIO is the best place in the Valley to experience the magic and excitement of Oscar night,” said Mark Anton, CEO/Executive Director of AAP-Food Samaritans. “Their exceptional staff makes everyone feel like an A-list celebrity, and we are extremely grateful that AAPFood Samaritans is once again the beneficiary of this entertaining and highly anticipated event.”

Now in its 31st year of service to the community, AAP- Food Samaritans remains dedicated to providing nutritional support to improve the quality of the lives of people living with HIV/AIDS and other chronic illnesses – helping the people in our community who need it the most. For more information, please call 760-325-8481 or visit aapfoodsamaritans.org.

IF YOU GO:

DATE: Sunday, March 12, 2023

TIME: 4 PM (show begins at 5 PM)

WHERE: TRIO Restaurant 707 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs Tickets may be purchased in advance at aapfoodsamaritans.org or by calling 760/325-8481.