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Volume 1 Issue 3 COVER WHITE PARTY XTREME FEATURE TEXAS BEAR ROUND-UP: TBRU 18 CASINO BEAR ROYALE PSP FOCUS PALM SPRINGS TRENDS SKIN CARE , TECH , FASHION , FITNESS , EPICUREAN CALENDAR LOCAL , NATIONAL , INTERNATIONAL 3’D’S DINE, DRINK & DANCE

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PERSPECTIVE WHITE PARTY

RESPECTING AND CELEBRATING OUR DIVERSITY You couldn’t live in Palm Springs without noticing that there were certain times of the year when the city was completely over-run with men! The White Party is the preeminent annual event where you see a ton of handsome men with toned and tanned bodies; often walking hand in hand with what at times appears to be a clone.

I was always fascinated by these sights but still I knew little about the event itself. It was my third year on council and my tenth year in the city and my sixth year in my first gay relationship.

It was during a council meeting that then mayor (Will Kleindienst) made very strong comments about the White Party and the activities that took place there. Even though it was a gay event and I was gay I felt helpless to defend it because I had never attended and knew very little about it. What I did know was that the Hotel Association overwhelming supported the event because it brought in millions to our local economy. The mayor said that event should be cancelled because of the drugs and illicit sexual activity. I stated in that council meeting that I would meet with the event promoter, Jeffrey Sanker and that I would attend the event myself to see first hand what was going on.

Jeffrey Sanker and I met with law enforcement and the fire department to make sure that all of our efforts were coordinated and that the concerns voiced in the council meeting were addressed. The concerns about drug overdoses were addressed and the sexual acting out all but disappeared. What I discovered when I attended the White Party was that it was just like going out any Saturday night to the local clubs only certain behaviors that you witnessed were simply multiplied by the number of people attending the event. Some people drink too much, some you figured were too animated to for alcohol while others were involved in high levels of PDA but the overwhelming number of attendees were just dancing and enjoying their friends. My observations made the opposition suspect to me. Why discuss cancelling an event that brought so much value to our community when the concerns were so easily addressed?

One of the things that a lot of people don’t realize and it is the fact that most of the people who come that weekend may not attend any of the official White Party events. However these visitors sleep in our hotels, shop in our stores and eat in our restaurants and those activities bolster our local economy. It has become a time of celebration and reunion for members of the gay community for all over the world.

There are a lot of people in the city who support the White Party but they don’t like the fact that if would fall on Easter Weekend. There have been concerted efforts to avoid Easter Weekend and starting next year the goal is to make White Party the fourth weekend in April to avoid most conflicts.

White Party (like me) has come of age and will be 25 next year!! Plans are already under way for a huge celebration!!! Inclusiveness is the hallmark of who we are as a city and I believe that we will continue to live up to our history of respecting and celebrating our diversity. I am proud to be a citizen of such a progressive and dynamic city!

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WHITE PARTY 2013 X-TREME

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DJs from left to right: DANNY VERDE, PETER RAUHOFER & ANDY ALMIGHTY

WHITE PARTY 2012 / photos by PHIL LOBEL Recognized the world over for its legendary performers, leading edge DJ talent, mind-blowing production and the hottest array of men imaginable, White Party Palm Springs has become synonymous with setting the trends that all other events follow. Always a step ahead of the curve, visionary producer Jeffrey Sanker takes March 29 - April 1, 2013 (Easter Weekend) to the Xtreme! It’s his biggest international line-up of DJs ever assembled for the largest gay dance music festival weekend in the world.

Get ready for the heat as thousands of men gather from every corner of the globe for a weekend that can only be titled “Xtreme!”

Year after year, producer Jeffrey Sanker’s passion for music remains undiminished as he seeks out those that will ignite the desert valley into a fiery passion of powerful beats. With past live performances from Lady Gaga, Robyn, Ke$ha, Jennifer Lopez and Mary J. Blige, White Party Palm Springs has earned a global reputation for bringing out the best of the best – in DJ’s, talent, music & men!

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Said Sanker, “For each event I’ve tried to re-envision and re-imagine every element and detail, from the entertainment - to the music – to the most cutting edge sound and lighting, advanced special effects and full-surround LED video walls.

White Party Fans are already buzzing about European powerhouse DJ Danny Verde, remix master for Mariah Carey and Lady Gaga, direct from Milan, bringing his beats to the desert for the first time ever at White Party. Also headlining at Saturday night’s main event, Grammy award-winning DJ/Producer Peter Rauhofer, known as one of club land’s most innovative and influential musical forces, will unleash a throbbing shockwave across WP’s jam-packed massive dance floor for a performance destined for the history books.

Back by overwhelming demand, the imitable DJ Andy Almighty (7th Heaven), the musical mastermind who helped define the sound of gay dance music, returns to drench Sunday’s pool party with a tidal wave of epic anthems.

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Adriana Moura (Queen of White Party 2013), Jaymes Vaughan (Official Ambassador 2013) & Diva Madame (Dame of the White party 2013)

WHITE PARTY 2012 / photos by PHIL LOBEL Jeffrey Sanker, the “high priest of gay parties,” announced he will be crowning Miami Real Housewife Adriana De Moura as Queen of White Party 2013, anointing Amazing Race runner-up & Chippendales star Jaymes Vaughan as Official 2013 Ambassador and bestowing the title of Dame of White Party 2013 to the diva Madame. Together they will host and provide color commentary for the White Carpet VIP arrivals at White Party 2013 on Saturday night, March 30, at the Palm Springs Convention Center.

“In keeping with our love affair with Bravo’s Real Housewives, we are thrilled to have Adriana De Moura as our 2013 Queen of White Party,” said Sanker. Also during the course of weekend events, De Moura will perform an extravagantly produced sexy samba version of her song, “Feel the Rush,” the theme from season two of The Real Housewives of Miami.

“We are also very excited to have incredibly talented Jaymes Vaughan serving as our first-ever official White Party Ambassador,”

Sanker added. Vaughan is the runner-up in the hit CBS series The Amazing Race. He is also known world-wide as an out and proud member of the Chippendales at the Rio All-Suite Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas.

Joining them on the White Carpet will be the world’s most infamous diva, Madame. The turbaned temptress of countless TV shows, from Laugh-In to Hollywood Squares, will bring her biting wit to White Party for the very first time – introducing a whole new generation of boys to her sassy (puppetry) style! And says Sanker,“I can’t wait to bestow unto her the title of ‘DAME!’” White Party 2013’s X-treme DJ line-up once again delivers a sizzling roster boasting what has been described as “a perfect blend of DJ circuit royalty and the best of the up and coming DJ’s of the world.” Every White Party event features full throttle sets from at least two world-class DJs, making each event its own landmark musical experience.

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WP SCHEDULE FRIDAY SPLASH POOL PARTY: DJ RYAN KENNEY White Party Weekend begins Friday, poolside, with Los Angelesbased DJ Ryan Kenney. After spinning for such high-profile clients as Elton John & David Furnish, David Geffen, Joel McHale, Perez Hilton, Lance Bass, and hundreds of club goers around the world, Kenney finally brings his fresh style of music to the desert, setting the stage for what promises to be a weekend of fun, sun, and energy.

FRIDAY BULGE UNDERWEAR PARTY: DJS DAVE & GERARDO, DANI TORO At Friday’s Bulge Underwear party, size will most definitely matter.

In fact, this party is expected to be so big that three DJs are required.

First up, from New York is the DJ team of Dave & Gerardo, also known as D&G. A team in every sense of the word, these talented and sexy guys are not just DJs and producers – they are also lovers. Also lined up is DJ Dani Toro. A talented DJ and producer based in Barcelona, Spain. Toro promises to spice things up with his special blend of Tribal, Progressive, and mainstream House. With three smokin’ DJs spinning for a sea of sexy men, this is one party not to be missed.

SATURDAY SPLASH POOL PARTY: DJS PORNSTAR & GRIND From West Hollywood, DJ Pornstar is set to work the masses into a sweat during Saturday’s Splash Pool Party at the Renaissance. Noize magazine ranked DJ Pornstar as one of the top 5 sexiest American DJs in 2012. After a quick Google image search, you will see why. Joining Pornstar will be up-and-coming circuit DJ Grind from San Francisco. DJ Grind has headlined some of the biggest circuit events across the country – including White Party Palm Springs – with his super sexy beats. Get those speedos ready!

SATURDAY WHITE PARTY XTREME: SEAN O’GRADY, DANNY VERDE, AND PETER RAUHOFER. DJ Sean O’Grady will kick off Saturday’s main event. Originally from Wyoming, O’Grady got his start as a go-go dancer, but his passion for Dance music eventually drew him to the DJ booth. O’Grady’s highenergy sets make him the perfect DJ to usher in the night. Following O’Grady, superstar DJ Danny Verde will command the decks and no doubt lead the crowd into that magical White Party journey that has become legendary. As a DJ, songwriter, producer, and vocalist, Verde is the whole package and he is sure to deliver. Following Verde, another superstar DJ, Peter Rauhofer, promises to lead the crowd to the next level. A Grammy-winning producer, Rauhofer has produced hits for the biggest names in Dance music. If you go to only one party this weekend – this is the one!

SATURDAY SMARTWATER OUTDOOR LOUNGE: LEONARDO GLOVIBES DJ/producer Leonardo GloVibes will perform at the SmartWater Outdoor Lounge. GloVibes was raised in Italy, but now lives in London and

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performs regularly at local mega clubs like Ministry of Sound, The Egg, AkA, Fire, A:M, Area, Heaven, and Barcode.

CLIMAX AFTERPARTY: DJS PAULO & JACKINKSKY For those who don’t want the party to end, DJs Paulo & Jackinksky will be there to keep it going at the Climax Afterparty. With the intent of creating a fresh sound for the club and circuit scene, Los Angeles-based DJ Paulo and Montreal-based Alain Jackinsky have decided to join forces. As individuals, each of these DJs possesses a unique sound. But bring these two musical powerhouses together and the result is pure magic. Expect the magic at this party to last until sunrise.

SUNDAY POOL PARTY: DJ ANDY ALMIGHTY & CASEY ALVA For those wanting to recover poolside on Sunday, DJs Andy Almighty and DJ Casey Alva will be on hand to provide the Sunday soundtrack. Almighty is a mainstay of the gay clubbing scene in London, having graced the decks at the area’s legendary clubs like Love Muscle, Anthem at Crash, XXL/Fusion at the Arches, DNA at Fire, Loverboy at The Coliseum, G-A-Y at the Astoria, and Heaven. Here in the States, he is best known for his hugely popular remix productions. Casey Alva is a Billboard-reporting DJ and producer from West Hollywood. With long established residencies at Here Lounge and San Diego’s Montage nightclub, Alva knows how to keep the groove alive.

SUNDAY T-DANCE: DJS MANNY LEHMAN & WAYNE G Besides Saturday night’s White Party, the Sunday T-Dance is probably one of the most anticipated and talked-about parties of the entire weekend. The vibe at T-Dance has traditionally focused on fun and dancing and with a DJ duo like Manny Lehman and Wayne G set to perform, that tradition is likely to continue. Lehman is one of the most well-known, and liked, DJ/producers on the circuit. His success goes back to the 1990s, when he helped launch the career of Cece Peniston.

Wayne G is another long-time circuit DJ and producer whose credits include remixes for Cher, Madonna, Lady Gaga, Kylie Minogue, Katy Perry, Scissor Sisters, Deborah Cox, Whitney Houston, and many more.

SUNDAY CLOSING PARTY: TONY MORAN & ROSABEL How else to close a massive weekend like White Party Palm Springs than with three powerhouse DJs? Sunday’s closing party will feature veteran circuit DJs Tony Moran and Rosabel. Moran’s classic beats have resonated throughout clubs and arenas around the world, and have dominated the Billboard dance charts for decades. DJ Abel and Ralphi Rosario – collectively known as Rosabel – are instantly recognizable for their uplifting anthems. The duo has hit number one on the Hot Dance Music/Club Play chart five times, most notably with their mega-hit with Jeanie Tracy, “Cha Cha Heels.”

For the latest information on event schedules, DJs, performers and to purchase passes, accommodations and book travel visit: WWW.JEFFREYSANKER.COM.

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Q&A CATCHING UP WITH WHITE PARTY’S FIRST EVER AMBASSADOR

Jaymes Vaughan

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You’ve seen him bumping and grinding on stage as part of the world-famous Chippendales dance troupe. He made it all the way to the finals last season as runner up on CBS-TV’s “Amazing Race.”

More recently, he launched a campaign to help fund his own father’s fight against cancer. Now Jaymes Vaughan will serve as the first ever White Party Ambassador for Uber-party producer Jeffrey Sanker’s annual desert extravaganza, White Party Palms Springs, California March 31-April 1.

For more information, visit: www.jeffreysanker.com We were able to catch up with the booty-shaking, globetrotting, philanthropist to find out a little bit more about what makes him one of the hottest out and proud stars on the scene today.

Here’s what he had to say….

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Your moves seem so effortless on stage, but what’s the most difficult part of being a Chippendales dancer?

Well I’m the host and singer of the show so unfortunately my “moves” aren’t what I’m known for (I’m so not sexy). Yes there’s a singer in Chippendales. I know it takes a second to adjust to the fact that it’s not the same show it was back in the 80’s with guys in leopard print thongs greased up workin’ a stripper pole, but it’s actually a full-scale multi-million dollar production show with a singer, rapper, musicians, and of course those world famous Chippendales. So don’t worry, you still see skin. Just in a different much, much better way.

As far as the hardest part of being a Chippendale...without a doubt that is having to look like a Chippendale. I grew up mad dorky with everything a teenage kid doesn’t want against them. Bad teeth, bad hair, bad skin, and was about 140lbs soaking wet (at 6’4”). So having to fight that off, when that’s still the kid I see in the mirror every

Q&A day is definitely the hardest part...

Yup, hardest part of being a Chippendale...having to look like the photo -shopped version of me. That damn guy.

I can’t dress myself...at all. So I’m open to suggestions. Maybe I’ll just find a white bow tie since that’s what I’m used to wearing to work at Chippendales.

What advice would you give other gay men or lesbians hoping to compete on “The Amazing Race?”

A race around the world is not about your sexuality. So don’t stress that element. Its 2013, be yourself and go kick ass. I went on the race with my best friend who has a girlfriend. I on the other hand, have a boyfriend. And that difference plays ZERO in your ability to race well. We both were just as good, and unfortunately at times just as bad at is as one another. The only thing you really need to know is to fully love yourself and who you are, so you can be yourself without any reservation. Because that is when you be able to be your best and compete your best.

Do you run your own twitter account? Will you be tweeting LIVE from White Party? (Here is a chance to shamelessly plug all your social media!)

Of course I run all my own social media. I ain’t cool enough to have somebody do that for me. I’ll definitely be keeping everyone posted who isn’t there, but then again, why would anyone not be there?!

So follow me! Twitter: @JaymesV Facebook.com/JaymesVaughan

What was your reaction when Jeffrey Sanker asked you to be his “White Party Ambassador?”

Holy Crap, Jeffrey Sanker knows who I am? THE Jeffrey Sanker?

Pretty sure I said “yes” before he even finished asking the question.

Are you a White Party virgin?

I have never been to White Party before. So I have absolutely no idea what I am getting myself into...but I’m really excited about it!

Are you looking forward to working with your White Carpet co-host, Adriana de Moura (Real Housewives of Miami) & “MADAME? We hear they are BOTH VERY excited to meet you!

Wait, they know who I am too? That’s probably the coolest part.

That Adriana who has millions of fans and is on TV every week and Madame who was hugely iconic in her own time knows who I am and wants to meet me? I still am definitely not used to this 10 million people a week watched me on TV thing...so having anyone at all know who I am is beyond flattering and so damn cool. People come up to me at Burger King and are like “I’m sorry can I take a picture with you?” and I’m like “Are you kidding me? Don’t apologize, this is so cool!”

I kinda feel like a Kardashian.

How long will you be staying White Party weekend? Will you be enjoying all that Palm Springs has to offer?

I’ve never been to Palm Springs or White Party so of course I want to check it all out!

Will your White Party white carpet outfit be as revealing as what you wear on stage?

What are you most looking forward to at this year’s White Party Palm Springs?

The energy - I hear from friends who have performed at White Party in the past that the best part about it is the atmosphere.

Everyone is there to have a great time...and this guy loves to have a great time.

How is your Dad doing? How is his cancer treatment going?

Thanks for asking. It means so much knowing our community has his back, and I think those positive energy and prayers really do help.

Dad’s a fighter. That’s the best answer I can ever give anyone.

Because it’s a down day in and day out fight. But that’s what my Dad does best, FIGHT. And he has such an amazing attitude about it. He’s still fighting, so we are still fighting doing everything we can to help emotionally and financially through forgetcancernow.com because after all that’s the whole reason James and I even went on The Amazing Race. To help my Dad. And that’s what we are gonna do.

What’s next for Jaymes Vaughan?

My new single “Tonight” comes out in February and I’m pretty stoked about that because music is and always will be my number one passion. But amazing, amazing things have come our way since the race ended and I’m so blessed and grateful to have them. James and I’s own show will hopefully be on your TV screens by the Fall Season as well. It’s called “What the Hell do we do here?” and from the episodes we’ve already shot I can tell you it’s a lot of fun.at least to make it. Hopefully it’s just as fun for y’all to watch. .

And finally, what all of our readers will want to know if they meet you White Party Weekend - are you single or taken?

I truly believe there is someone for everyone and I waited a long time to be able to say this but I’m 100% without a doubt head over heels fairy tale kind of love, taken. I’m a very, very lucky guy.

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FEATURE

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TBRU 18 CASINO BEAR ROYALE

Intrigue, adventure, martinis, exotic locales, sexy men; sounds like an installment of a gay James Bond movie? Actually it’s the theme of this year’s Texas Bear Round-UP, TBRU 18 “Casino Bear Royale” March 14 – 18 in Dallas Texas ( exotic locale? Not so much).

If the old adage that says everything is bigger in Texas, then this year’s TBRU event will sure prove that right. Casino Bear Royale is sponsored by the local charity brotherhood the Dallas Bears, and by the looks of things it’s shaping up to be the biggest and best thus far with attendance that promises to surpass last year by an anticipated 1700 to 1900 bears, cubs and admirers.

All weekend local bars will be having fun events, costume contests, accommodating shuttles to and from events from all the participating hotels and locations, a game room and comfortable sober zones for dry attendees. The Hospitality Room located at the host hotel is one of the largest in the circuit. All this and more served up with a heaping portion of Texas sized hospitality that one can expect from the Lone Star State.

One highlight of the weekend will be BearDance. BearDance is

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once again partnering with TBRU to bring you the largest fundraising event of the weekend that cannot be missed. Last year this event raised a mind boggling $30,000 in donations, and this year with attendance expected to surpass last year, records are bound to be broken. The venue is Station 4 (S4) and is phenomenal. Hang out in one of the many social spaces, belly up to any of the countless bars for your favorite libation or just dance the night away with other sexy shirtless bears to the best light show and sound systems around.

The weekend is all about having some serious fun for a cause.

Proceeds from the events are given to charity; three to be exact; Youth First Texas, Sharon St. Cyrs Fund and Resource Center of Dallas Food Pantry. So remember that while you are having a blast you are also giving back to the community.

FEATURE Here is just a glimpse of what awaits those attending.

THURSDAY Hospitality - TBRU is famous for its Texas Sized Hospitality Room Kick-Off Party & Costume Contest City Excursion: Texas Winery Tour Night Splash! - Join us for our first pool party of the weekend.

SUNDAY TBRU Texas BBQ “Church” at the Hidden Door Official After-Party - T-Dance for the Bear

ENTERTAINMENT LINE-UP THE AUSTIN BABTIST WOMEN Created in 1986, the Austin Babtist Women have become an incredibly entertaining, and highly-respected, charitable force. This group of talented men take on the personas of little old church ladies and stage elaborately choreographed, side-splitting routines. In the past years, their antics have helped to raise more than $6 million for charities throughout the United States.

FRIDAY City Excursion: Dallas Cowboys Stadium Spa Excursion: Club Dallas BearDance® TBRU Comedy Night – Paul J. Williams SATURDAY City Excursion: South Fork Ranch Bears Bingo TBRU Underwear Auction TBRU Dinner and Activities MR. TBRU Contest

PAUL J. WILLIAMS Paul J. Williams has used hit wit and impeccable comedic timing to keep audiences laughing for more than 20 years. His career as an entertainer includes theatrical appearances on stages throughout Dallas, a television comedy special on the MTV/LOGO network, and countless comedy gigs around the world.

BEARAPALOOZA Bearapalooza celebrates its 10th Anniversary with a second appearance at TBRU. Featured artists are Freddy Freeman, Jeff Rockcub, Kendall Kelly, Sean Kagalis and Jay Freeman.

For a complete schedule of times and dates for all happenings visit www.TBRU.org and come on down to Dallas for a Big Bear Hug.

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PSP FOCUS FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL PALM DESERT™

FEATURED CHEFS, WINE EXPERTS & SCHEDULE OF EVENTS The Food & Wine Festival Palm Desert™ 2013 announces this year’s award-winning celebrity chefs, wine experts, and highly-rated estate wines from around the world with educational presentations by master vintners. The event takes place March 22-24, 2013.

The Food & Wine Festival Palm Desert brings together the brightest and most inspired chefs from throughout the United States for three extraordinary days of culinary events and food and wine tastings under the “Big White Tent” in Palm Desert, CA. This event is uniquely educational and benefits the Friends of the James Beard Foundation, The Culinary Institute of America’s Endowed Scholarship Fund, and Les Dames d’Escoffi. Culinary experts scheduled to appear: Michael Green, Wine & Spirits Expert, Luciano Pellegrini – James Beard Award Winner and Executive Chef, Valentino, The Venetian, Chef Andre Carthen – Kathy Ireland Worldwide Design Ambassador, Sharone Hakman – Finalist, “MasterChef”, Alejandra Schrader – Owner Cucina Cocina and Finalist, “MasterChef”, Sean Kanan – Author, Lead Character on ABC’s “General Hospital”, Tanya Holland –

Author and Executive Chef/Owner of Brown Sugar Kitchen and B-Side BBQ. Schedule of events include: FRIDAY, MARCH 22, 2013: Food & Wine Festival Palm Desert James Beard Luncheon SATURDAY, MARCH 23: Food & Wine Festival Palm Desert Grand Tasting SUNDAY, MARCH 24: Day Two of the Food & Wine Festival Palm Desert Grand Tasting To purchase tickets or for a complete list of participating chefs, restaurants, wineries and sponsors visit www.palmdesertfoodandwine.com.

DANCE FOR LIFE RETURNS TO PALM SPRINGS IN SUPPORT OF AIDS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Dance for Life, a celebratory evening of dance in support of AIDS Assistance Program and The Dancers’ Fund, is returning to Palm Springs for a highly anticipated encore performance on Saturday, March 9, 2013, at 7 pm at the Annenberg Theater in Palm Springs.

“Last year’s Dance for Life event is still being talked about as one of the most entertaining, vibrant, and exciting cultural events in recent memory, and we know that tickets for this encore performance will sell quickly,” says Mark Anton, Executive Director of AIDS Assistance Program. “We are grateful that the producers of Dance for Life have once again chosen our organization as their beneficiary here in Palm Springs, and are thrilled that several renowned dance companies are returning to Palm Springs for another wonderful night.”

Over the last two decades, Dance for Life has raised more than four million dollars for Chicago’s HIV/AIDS community. Dance for Life has grown to become the largest dance performance based HIV/AIDS fundraising event in the Midwest. Since its founding, every

annual performance has sold out. Now also in Palm Springs, this spectacular event brings together renowned national dance companies for one spectacular evening of dance.

A portion of the proceeds from Dance for Life will also help support The Dancers’ Fund, providing immediate financial assistance for those facing life-threatening illness, injury, or circumstance. In the past, The Dancers’ Fund has provided assistance to qualified applicants dealing with HIV/ AIDS, leukemia, various forms of cancer, and traumatic injury.

The evening begins with a cocktail reception at the Palm Springs Art Museum from 5 to 6:30pm, followed by the spectacular Dance for Life performance inside the Annenberg Theater at 7pm. Tickets for the event start at $150 per person, and sponsorships are also available. To purchase tickets; contact AIDS Assistance Program at 760/325-8481 or by visiting www.aidsassistance.org.

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PSP FOCUS CANCER SURVIVORS PAUL MAHONEY, CHRIS HERMANN TO BE HONORED BY AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY’S DESERT SPIRIT XXIV GALA APRIL 7 Now in its 24th year, the Desert Spirit Gala is well established and a much anticipated fundraising event for the American Cancer Society in the desert communities. With more than 400 guests attending the gala annually, fresh event themes each year depict the excitement and camaraderie that guests have come to enjoy at Desert Spirit.

The Desert Spirit XXIV Gala – “The Art of Healing” will be held at the Palm Springs Air Museum at 5:30 p.m. Actress Jenni Pulos, who can be seen on Bravo’s “Flipping Out and this season’s new “Interior Therapy,” will be the Gala’s auctioneer. Popular KESQ News Channel 3 News anchor Karen Devine will be the M.C. The event promises to be an exciting evening at the Palm Springs Air Museum. Guests will enjoy cuisine from the desert’s finest restaurants including Cliffhouse Grill & Bar, El Mirasol, Kaiser Grille, Le Vallauris, Over the Rainbow Desserts, Pacifica Seafood Restaurant, Spencer’s Restaurant, Trattoria Tiramisu and Wally’s Desert Turtle.

“This is the first time we are honoring two courageous men, who are husbands and fathers, who overcame incredible odds to win their battles with cancer,” said Melissa Neiderman, event chair with cochair Francene Fisher.

This year’s honorees are Paul Mahoney, president/CEO of PMA

Advertising, Inc., a Palm Springs full service advertising and public relations agency and a partner in Aunt Effie’s Gardens and Chris Hermann, president/CEO of Hermann Design Group, a landscape architectureplanning–project management firm, and CEO of Aunt Effie’s Gardens - the only privately-held garden center in Palm Springs. Hermann is a cancer survivor of an aggressive form of testicular cancer that had advanced into his lymph nodes. After surgery, he has been cancer free since 1988. Mahoney is celebrating his first year of being cancer free after a high tech robotic operation to treat an aggressive, lifethreatening prostate cancer. Mahoney and Hermann have been lifetime friends for 25 years.

Your contribution to the American Cancer Society’s mission by sponsoring and participating in the Desert Spirit Gala will help to save lives from cancer by providing much needed funding for research, education, advocacy and patient services.

To date, Desert Spirit has raised over $ 1 million for the American Cancer Society. Tickets are available now for $300 per person. To purchase tickets and for information table sponsorship, please contact Karli Tanner, event director at karli.tanner@cancer.org or Melissa Neiderman, event chair, at 760-459-4115 psmelissa@aol.com or visit online at www.desertspirit.net

NATIVE AMERICAN JEWELRY SHOW Exquisite Native American jewelry will be featured at the Native American Jewelry Show presented by Agua Caliente Cultural Museum.

Designs of this jewelry for men and women are crafted using authentic Native American techniques and an array of materials, textures, and colors. Each piece accents individuality and compliments any style of attire. These elegant designs will dress up everything from formal wear to your favorite T-shirt.

In addition to representatives of the Navajo Arts & Crafts Enterprise, we welcome JT Willie of JT Willie Designs – awardwinning beader of the Taabaaha (Waters Edge People) and born for the Tachiinii (Red Running into the Water People). Mr. Willie recently won First Place & Best of Show for Contemporary Native American

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Clothing at the SWAIA Santa Fe Indian Market Native American Clothing Contest.

The style of his beadwork reflects a variety of tribal influences, the majority of which are from the Southern Tribes of the United States. Commenting on his craft, he noted, “Beadwork is a way to express many feelings and thoughts from each moccasin to bracelet made. Silverwork adds to the value of that beadwork, by forming the silver around the beadwork design. My beadwork is always center for each design and it is the silver that protects that beadwork centralized in each piece.”

Whether you attend to view or purchase, don’t miss this special Native experience!

Saturday & Sunday March 23 & 24 10:30am – 3:30pm Spa Resort Casino Hotel 100 N. Indian Canyon Drive PS.

Schedule of Events Thursday, March 21st 7:00 p.m.

Warhol’s World in Song - Musical Snapshots of the 60’s. Excerpts from the written words of Andy Warhol, accompanied by musical pieces from the works of Sondheim, Bernstein, Sondheim, Satie, Laitman & more.

Featuring sopranos Shana Blake Hill and Suzan Hanson, accompanied by OperaArts Music Director, Victoria Kirsch. A reception of wine, champagne & appetizers will follow the program. $40.00 per person. Monies go to support the music & educational programs for the children of the Coachella valley. Seating is limited. Call (760) 323-8353 for reservations.

Held at the Michael H. Lord Gallery, 1090 N. Palm Canyon, Palm Springs.

Saturday, March 23rd , 7:00 p.m.

An Evening of the Phantom. A delicious evening of comraderie and music, featuring Julie Rosser & Paul MacKey. Wine and desserts reception followed by music program. $40.00. Call: (760) 340-2439 to make reservations.

Held at Temple Sinai, 73251 Hovely Lane, Palm Desert.

Sunday, April 14th, 12:30-4:30 p.m. 4th Annual Festival of Opera & Art., “Vive Verdi. Exciting opera artists accompanied by a 33 piece orchestra will present some of the finest selections from the opera world, along with orchestral overtures and violin virtuosity. Maestro Gualtiero Negrini returns to conduct this world class orchestra, and Music Director Victoria Kirsch once again brings to the audience the best in voice and operatic selection.

Gale Enger will once again play selections of classical, opera and Broadway from 1:00 -2:00. The main Opera show will begin at 2:00.

Karen Riley, from SCRAP Gallery, along with Bill Schinsky, President of the Coachella Valley Arts Alliance, will curate the artists who will involve children and adults alike in interactive art, and who will have their different forms of art work on display.

The Café at Shields Date Garden , Big Mama’s, E & E Pel’s, and Desserts by Elise & Jackie will be present with food, desserts, lemon/orange & coffee slushes for sale, and non-alcoholic beverages.

This Festival is FREE to the public. It is suggested that people bring blankets, chairs and umbrellas to the park.

A shuttle will be provided. More information will be available.

Palm Desert Civic Center Park & Amphitheater, San Pablo and Fred Waring.

Sunday, April 21st. 6:30 – 9:00 p.m.

4th Annual Opera Under the Stars. Delicious sit-down dinner, no host bar, wine on your table, and one of the most exciting opera and operetta performances you will hear. $125.00 per person. Tables of 8, $1,000.00.

Receiving the St. Cecilia Patron of Music Award will be Wells Fargo, for their many years of supporting Opera programs throughout the Valley. Robin Hought will accept the award on behalf of Wells Fargo.

Held at Renaissance Esmeralda Resort and Spa in Indian Wells.

TBA: OperaArts will also be presenting a Cabaret performance by well-known Musicologist, musician and singer, Alan Chapman, along with Karen Benjamin, Soprano, performing some of Broadway’s best, and more.

TBD (760) 323-8353.

For more information about events and/or to make reservations please go to:

www:operaartspalmsprings.org OperaArts, P.O. Box 5433, Palm Springs, CA, 92263 Tax ID# 30-0540629 (760) 323-8353 MARCH, 2013 19

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The brief drew 278 signers, including more than 200 companies, many of whom also signed on to a brief announced yesterday asking the court to strike down California’s Proposition 8 and similar state bans on same-sex marriage.

The companies said that DOMA “forces us to treat one class of our lawfully married employees differently than another, when our success depends upon the welfare and morale of all employees.”

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principles reflect, in the truest sense, our business judgment.

By force of law, DOMA rescinds that judgment and directs that we renounce these principles or, worse yet, betray them.

Among the signatories were many of the nation’s largest corporations, including Amazon.com, Apple, Bank of New York, CBS, Cisco Systems, Citigroup, Deutsche Bank, Facebook, Google, JetBlue,

Johnson & Johnson, Levi Strauss & Co, Liberty Mutual, Marriott International, Microsoft, Morgan Stanley, NIKE, Pfizer, Starbucks, Twitter, Viacom, Walt Disney Company and Xerox.

Also included were numerous financial institutions, medical centers, health care providers and of health-care coverage, airlines, builders, energy and high technology businesses, manufacturers, media companies, insurers, along with pharmaceutical companies, law and professional groups.

Joining the filing as well, according to lead counsel, Boston litigator Sabin Willett, were the cities of Baltimore, Bangor, Boston, Cambridge, Hartford, Healdsburg, Los Angeles, New York, Northampton, Portsmouth, Providence, San Francisco, Santa Monica, Seattle, and West Hollywood.

The ACLU reported that additional supporters, including religious leaders, retired military personnel, children’s rights groups and former cabinet secretaries are expected to file their briefs soon.

CHRISTIAN ACTIVISTS: LONDON MAYOR’S BAN ON ‘EX-GAY’ ADS STIFLING FREE SPEECH

LONDON — A Christian group that promotes ex-gay therapy took the Mayor of London to court last week, alleging he violated their right to free speech when he banned their billboards from London buses and in the city’s transportation hubs.

The advertisements by the group Core Issues Trust, which claimed that gays could be “reoriented” through prayer and therapy, were banned by Mayor Boris Johnson in April 2012.

Johnson called the group’s message “clearly offensive to suggest that being gay is an illness that someone recovers from.”

The ads read, “Not Gay! Ex-Gay, Post-Gay and Proud. Get over it!” and were in response to an earlier campaign by Stonewall UK, Britain’s leading LGBT advocacy group, which read, “Some people are gay. Get over it!”

Dr. Mike Davidson, founder of Core Issues Trust, who had his membership in British Psychodrama Association (BPA) revoked over his support for the controversial therapy, told the British press that his supporters will go to London’s High Court to claim that the mayor’s ban of their campaign should be reversed on the grounds that he unlawfully stifled free speech.

Among his responsibilities as mayor, Johnson oversees Transport for London, which is responsible for approving advertising on buses in the city.

Davidson argues that since other advertising campaigns — including Stonewall’s, and campaigns featuring underwear models — have been allowed by Transport for London, including a 2009 British Humanist Association ad, which some Christians found offensive. The ad read: “There’s probably no God. Now stop worrying. And enjoy your life.”

“This is all about being free to talk about these issues,” said Davidson, who claims has had a homosexual past, but now claims gays can become heterosexual through counseling and prayer.

Andrea Williams, director of the Christian Legal Centre, which is supporting Davidson’s case, said the ban on Core Issues’ ads was “the beginning of a kind of reverse discrimination which threatens to obliterate debate in the public sphere.”

A spokesman for Transport of London told The Telegraph that “the advertisement breached TFL’s advertising policy as in our view it contained a publicly controversial message and was likely to cause widespread offense to members of the public.”

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skin care

HOW MEN CAN AVOID FIVE COMMON SKINCARE PITFALLS

Dermatologist offers skincare advice to help save guys from irritation and discomfort

TIPS

Before shaving, try using steam or hot water to help open pores.

If you want to keep the skin around your eyes looking younger, get used to wearing your shades in all seasons - squinting is not a good look anyway.

(BPT) - Let’s face it, skincare isn’t always a priority for most guys.

However, the path to healthy, comfortable skin is not as difficult as one might think. For men with skin issues, relief is only a few simple steps away. San Diego-based dermatologist Dr. Jeffrey Benabio lists five common skincare pitfalls guys face and how each can be easily avoided.

1. USING THE WRONG STICK Half of men experience some form of underarm discomfort or itching and believe this is the price they have to pay for using a powerful deodorant. Those experiencing underarm irritation should try an antiperspirant or deodorant that is specifically formulated to be nonirritating just like Dove (R) Men+Care (R) Aqua Impact Antiperspirant

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and Deodorant. Designed to be tough on sweat, not on skin, DoveMen+Care-helps combat dryness while providing advanced 48-hour protection against odor and wetness.

2. WEARING INAPPROPRIATE WORKOUT CLOTHES While long workouts are great for your body, they can be tough on your skin if you’re wearing clothes that absorb moisture. Change into clothes that wick sweat away so you can avoid the excess moisture, which allows bacteria to thrive and can cause skin problems.

3. FORGETTING ABOUT THE SOAP Guys don’t usually spend a lot of time in drug store aisles, and

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4. SHAVING MISTAKES Before shaving, try using steam or hot water to help open pores.

Also, while there’s nothing wrong with keeping your facial hair under control and maintaining a clean-shaven look, it’s not a bad idea to let your facial hair grow occasionally. This break can help unclog your pores and reduce ingrown hairs.

5. FORGETTING THE SHADES Next time you run out of the house without your sunglasses, think again. One of the leading causes of wrinkles around eyes, or crow’s feet, at an early age is sun damage. If you want to keep the skin around your eyes looking younger, get used to wearing your shades in all seasons squinting is not a good look anyway.

they often get whatever soap they’ve been using for years or go with whatever is cheapest. Little do they know that those soaps are often too harsh and strip their skin of essential oils. Next time, grab an allin-one solution like Dove Men+Care Clean Defense Body and Face

While it can simply take a small lifestyle change to solve recurring skin problems, it’s important to see a dermatologist if problems persist. For more skincare tips and products that can help, visit www.dovemencare.com.

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SMALL BUSINESSES ACCELERATING GROWTH IN 2013 WITH CLOUD COMPUTING Kevin Lisota, CEO and co-founder of findwell, a real estate startup in Seattle, makes comprehensive use of Microsoft Exchange Online for its shared calendars, support for multiple email boxes and mobile messaging. “Our agents need to be able to send and receive email on all sorts of devices from anywhere they happen to be,” Lisota says. “The sync capabilities of Exchange Online mean that I can easily enable my employees to get email on all their phones and computers from any Web browser.”

(BPT) - Small businesses seem optimistic about increasing sales and hiring in 2013 and are looking to squeeze more productivity out of limited time, staffing and resources.

For these reasons, finding the right business tools that can grow with you but also work well with the tools you already use are essential to helping your business focus on what you do best - serving your customers.

Having the right tools - such as business-class email, online meetings, remote access to documents, shared calendars and shared contacts - to create, collaborate, connect and help manage day-today tasks can help cut costs and increase productivity.

Naturally Me, a small company in Durham, N.C., that makes natural beauty products, uses Microsoft Office 365 to hold regularWeb conferences. “I downloaded the trial version and fell in love,” says Chaundra Smith, founder of Naturally Me. “I had no hesitations moving Naturally Me to the cloud because it’s from Microsoft, so it felt safe and secure.” The company also collaborates on documents by using Microsoft SharePoint Online, and sales consultants use it to support their sales efforts. “They don’t have to print out paper catalogs anymore. Instead, they bring a portable computer and use SharePoint Online to present our products to party guests.”

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Imagination Yoga, a small, family-owned business in Portland, Ore., teaches a “kindness-based” curriculum instructing children on yoga concepts and storytelling to spark their creativity and get them exercising. “Like most small businesses, we thought that the tools available with a service like Office 365 would be outrageously expensive and impossible for us to attain on our own,” says Jon Hopkins, co-founder of Imagination Yoga. “But that’s definitely not the case with Office 365, which makes everything easy to set up and use at an affordable price.”

Having the right tools to improve communication and collaboration can make even the most challenging things, such as increasing that bottom line, seem more manageable. A cloudpowered small business is more nimble and prepares you to adapt to changing business needs - now and in the future. To help get your business on track for 2013, 90-day free trials of Office 365 are available through the end of February.

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STILL TEXTING WHILE DRIVING? QUITTING MIGHT BE EASIER THAN YOU THINK

(BPT) - Most Americans know texting and driving is dangerous but it continues to be a problem, especially for young drivers. While 97 percent of teens agree that texting and driving is dangerous, 43 percent still admitted to continuing to do it, according to a recent survey.

The 2012 AT&T survey of teen drivers also found 75 percent of teens say texting while driving is common among their friends and the majority of respondents said they have texted when stopped at a red light and often glance at their phones while driving. While teens might be the worst offenders when it comes to texting and driving, plenty of adults are guilty too. As the evidence continues to mount concerning the dangers of texting while driving, 39 states have made it illegal. Whether it’s legal or not in your state, here are three good reasons to quit once and for all: * Texting drivers are 23 times more likely to be in an accident, according to Virginia Tech Transportation Institute research.

simple touch. These small tags can be put on a dashboard or a set of car keys and allow you to change your phone’s settings for driving by simply touching your NFC-enabled smartphone to the tag.

Smartphone applications can make this process even easier.

When paired with AT&T’s free Drive Mode app, you can automatically disable your phone’s texting and calling capability. The app can also be programmed to include an automatic message that’s sent to anyone who texts you while you’re behind the wheel, letting that person know that you’ll respond when you are finished driving. You can program this app to run when you tap your phone to your SmartTag, while also setting your phone up to automatically run GPS programs and engage your car’s Bluetooth system for both safety and convenience.

While messages from your friends and family are important, nothing should take precedence over safely getting yourself and your passengers to your destination. To help make your driving experience safer, outfit your car with tools such as SmartTags, which you can learn more about at www.sonymobile.com, and don’t forget to take the pledge to never text and drive again at www.itcanwait.com.

* Texting while driving is distracted driving. Distracted driving is a factor in 15 to 25 percent of all crashes, according to the Governors Highway Safety Association. * Each day, an average of more than 15 people are killed in crashes that result from distracted driving, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

HOW TO STOP TEXTING WHILE DRIVING To help people break the perilous habit of texting and driving, technology companies are coming up with unique and practical solutions for drivers. For instance, Xperia SmartTags by Sony give you the ability to turn off all distractions from your smartphone with just a

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LONG TIME AGO WHEN

WE WERE FAB

BY GEROLAMO VIOLA

When you turn the last page of a book you loved very much, what else is there to do? 3 things: mourn and cry desperately, knowing that it’s going to take you weeks, even months before you find another interesting one; which is usually the case with me. Maybe you run to the closest library and histerically continue the search for a new book that can replace it. Finally you give up and wait until the last hint of orgiastic thrill from that book you just finished runs through your spine and is completely gone. In the meantime you take cold showers to refrain from hurting yourself.

Closing a book can be compared to the end of an era: Maybe the new one that is coming is going to be better than the one just passed or maybe not!

Such is the case of Truman Capote’s Black and White Ball.

Forget about the location: the Ballroom at the Plaza in New York City, forget about the years: the 60’s.

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Do you remember, when mom used to read you a page from your favorite fairy tale everynight, so you would go to sleep? Well, this was a fairy tale for grown ups, for those like me, who weren’t actually there to experience that night, for those who still believe in the power of magic and evocation.

In the past, only the rich and powerful people dressed in white, because the color indicated the status of a person: if you dress in white it means you don’t have to work, you don’t have to get involved in dirty jobs, manipulate things, adjust greasy stuff. Since that moment, white took its distance from black. Black and white are part of the same scheme. Black will always be a passe par tout non color, the easy way to pull off a night out, the impersonal color that blocks all feeling and cuts transmission of emotion.

White became a muse color for the fashion establishment.

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unconventional and stylished “Le Smoking”, just to prove he hadn’t chosen a simple naive central american girl.

Loulou de la Falaise married Thade’ Kosslowsky in white and red, in a ceremony that preceded a beautiful party organized “par Yves et Pierre’”. where white orchids were placed everywhere.

The Black and White Ball needs a whole page to be described. This event was about the opening of an era that will lead directly to the Studio 54 era, where in most cases, we can find most of the people who populated all those previous historical parties. And then, we give way to what we have currently: the White Party. There’s really nothing to say about it other than every year, here in Palm Springs, a different singer with an unmentional name and a poor repertoir (unless we are talking about Our Lady Cher) performs for a group of men who,the next morning, usually won’t remember the night before. That’s the cold truth about it...magic and class come in totally different shape and that’s a whole different story.

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FITNESS LOOK YOUR BEST FOR YOUR NEXT EVENT

BY DENNIS MASON, C.P.T.

No matter what event you plan to be part of this year, you need to prepare in advance in order to look your best. It doesn’t matter if you are planning a cruise, an audition, a competition, a photo shoot or a White Party event. Of particular interest is your physique. Do you need to drop a few pounds of body fat, add a few pounds of muscle or just refine and define what you already have? No matter what the case or the event, there are some helpful tips you can use that most physique competition athletes as well as fitness models use for just such times in their careers.

First of all, start your body shaping program well in advance of your event. It’s not uncommon to start the process 8 to 12 weeks out from the event. In some instances the more work there is to do, the farther out you must begin. Your body doesn’t like to change things in a hurry. So, work WITH your body, not against it.

Next you must visualize how you wish to appear. Do you want to be lean and ripped, full and muscular, or whatever strikes your desire. It’s all up to you. YOU are the ‘artist’ and YOU are the ‘canvas’. It is most important for you to hold onto this visualization all the way up to and through the event. With the correct application of work, your body will follow through to develop the image you visualize.

Now the ‘work phase’ begins. For most of us, hitting the gym on a regular basis is the most convenient method to make a change in our physique. Adjust your workout program to lead you to the results you have visualized and STICK WITH IT. Excuses will not work to your benefit.

Along with the ‘work phase’ you must pay special attention to your dietary intake. This is even more important than the workout program. See, about 30% of your finished project will be due to the actual workout routine, while 70% will come via correct nutritional planning. The reason most people don’t see the results they want is that they have the two percentage numbers backwards. Ask any fitness model or competitor and you will get the same answer. So, listen up and structure your plan of action by using the correct strategy.

As the event nears, shift your workout program to one that eases off on the resistance (poundage) and increases the number of repetitions. This will allow more blood flow into the muscles to increase the ‘pump’ or fullness of the muscles. It will also increase the vascularity of your blood vessels to give you that lean and toned physique appearance.

Finally, re-adjust your dietary plan to cycle down your carbohydrate intake over a few days, followed by an increase in carbs over the next few days. This method is called ‘carbo-depletion/carbo-loading’. It is

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designed to clear the body of excess body fat and fluid, then flood the body back to ‘fill out’ the muscles and make them look ‘full’ instead of ‘flat’. You will wind up with a full yet totally ripped physique. Try to time this method to coincide with your event time for best results.

Got questions or need help? Contact me from the info below.

Dennis Mason is a certified personal trainer & fit-lifestyle coach with over 30-years experience; an NPC bodybuilder; cyclist; sports massage therapist; Aqua-Pilates instructor; health and fitness motivational speaker; author and internet radio & video host. Tel 760-219-5877; On the Web at www.DennisMasonFitness.com; email at dennis@DennisMasonFitness.com; and on facebook as Dennis Mason Palm Springs.

TRENDS ENTERTAINING THE WHITE WAY epicurean

- why it gott’a be white

BY CHEF ANDRE CARTHEN

If your thoughts of white food are pasty, bland, starchy, boring, ordinary and tasteless, think again. We’re talking White Party Weekend; try thick, white, creamy, sticky, and sweet, hot…oh now I have your attention.

People often think that all there is to white party entertaining, is putting on some tidy whities or a billowing white kaftan, while sitting around the pool and sipp’n on some cocktails. Of course there’s nothing wrong with that…I might even join you.

But it’s all about the spread baby, in more ways than one.

Our White Menu is flavorful, elegant and a little decadent.

TROPICAL COCONUT CUPCAKES from the fabulous Over the Rainbow Cupcakes co-owner and Chef Roman Blas White Chocolate Mousse w/ a hint of Creame de Cacao Cauliflower Popcorn – Janet Jackson’s NY Times #1 best seller list “True You” Creamy Ranch Dip White Endive White Asparagus Jicama Sticks Fromage Blanc White Chocolate Mint Cookies Meringue Cookies …and of course you need something to wash down the white stuff Powder Doughnut Martini Cake Batter Martini

POWDERED DOUGHNUT MARTINI they’ll be asking where did that white powder come from 2 ounce cake vodka 2 ounce whipped cream Powdered Sugar Rim a glass with Powdered Sugar Garnish with mini powered sugar doughnuts SHAKE all ingredients with ice and fine strain into chilled glass.

CAKE BATTER MARTINI have your cake and drink it too 1 ounces cake vodka 1 ½ ounces vodka (Pinnacle whipped cream) 1 ½ ounces creme de cacao 12 oz. Godiva white chocolate liqueur 1 oz heavy cream Place all ingredients (except sprinkles) in a shaker with ice Pour into Martini glasses WHITE CHOCOLATE MOUSSE with a hint of Creame de Cacao Also great layered with some sliced strawberries and presented in parfait glasses.

8 ounces good-quality white chocolate (such as Lindt or Baker’s), finely chopped

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TRENDS 1 2/3 cups chilled whipping cream 4 tablespoons Creame de Cacao Stir white chocolate and 2/3 cup cream in heavy medium saucepan over low heat until chocolate is melted. Transfer chocolate mixture to large bowl add 2 tablespoon of Creame de Cacao stir.

Let stand until mixture is cool and just beginning to thicken, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes.

Beat remaining 1 cup cream in medium bowl until stiff peaks form add the other 2 tablespoons of Creame de Cacao, mix in.

Fold into cool chocolate mixture in 2 additions.

Cover; chill mousse at least 2 hours. Please in dessert cups to serve. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep chilled.)

Makes about 4 cups CAULIFLOWER POPCORN as seen in Janet Jackson’s NY Times #1 best seller True You 4-inch segment of a thin day-old baguette 1 medium head of cauliflower, washed extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 teaspoon salt Preheat oven to 400 degrees and place racks in the middle. place baguette in a food processor until you have textured, nottoo-fine bread crumbs.

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epicurean Trim the cauliflower. Get rid of the big stalks and stems and strive for uniform, bite-sized little florets.

In a big bowl toss the cauliflower with a few generous tablespoons of olive oil and the salt. Toss until the cauliflower is well coated and then place it in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet.

You are going to bake for about 25-30 minutes total.

There will be some residual olive oil in the big bowl you used to toss the cauliflower. If not, add another tablespoon or two. Add the bread crumbs, Mix. After the cauliflower has been baking for about 15-20 minutes anything in contact with the pan should be nicely browned. Pull the pan out of the oven, rotate each piece of cauliflower so that another side will get some color, and then sprinkle the entire pan with the breadcrumb mixture. Return the pan to the oven and finish with another ten minutes or so. The cauliflower should be tender throughout and the breadcrumbs nicely toasted.

Serve immediately; it really isn’t half as delicious after it has been sitting on the counter getting cold. Serves 4.

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TOTALLY LAUGHABLE!

HOLLYWOOD OR LUST AN IRREGULAR, MONTHLY COLUMN BY COMEDIAN SHANN CARR Hollywood or Lust is a salacious Palm Springs “tell-all” and I mean that in the nicest way! Author Robert Julian says “I couldn’t not tell!”

After his last book, Postcards from Palm Springs flared the ankles of some of the most brightly colored Capri-pants in town; you’d think he’d shy away from baring his neighbor’s secrets. But, for a selfproclaimed Mensa member he’s not “that” kind of smart.

“I know the California statutes on defamation, start to finish, line by line,” he said. And he’d better, because he names names in local politics, the police department, social circles and in his own Warm Sands neighborhood association. With all the judgmental snarkyness of an adult, gay man who suffered a lifetime of bullying and won’t stand another moment of oppression, he lets unabridged cattiness fly on the wings of his own vanity, and he tells.

I do speak that language, that specifically middle-aged gay male voice, so I really enjoyed the read. It’s like the fey love child of the local police blotter and Craigslist’s “Rants and Raves” without the raves. That is, if that love child was conceived by two men in the bushes outside a Warm Sands neighborhood resort.

This book follows two threads as they backstitch through the fabric of Julian’s life. The dark thread shines a light on a seemingly homophobic Police Chief who planned a sex sting in the gay resort area of Palm Springs. A sting the police seemed bent on making sure would bring life-long, sex-offender penalties to anyone who made advances to the police decoys.

The shiny thread illuminates the dark side of Hollywood’s predictable “Come here-go away” treatment of Robert’s desire to bring his first book to the small screen. That, coupled with his somewhat more successful desire to bring himself, as an actor, to a stage or screen somewhere, anywhere.

While interviewing him on my patio, I could see Robert’s roots as a newspaper man on the front lines, writing for the San Francisco Sentinel about the early AIDS crisis. He learned to speak truth to power.

He followed the story of this sex sting because he wanted to see justice done for the men who were being unjustly persecuted. It is clear that he doesn’t want public sex on the sidewalks of his own neighborhood, but overt homophobia and exaggerated sentencing was a nightmare story Julian felt had to be told.

Robert remembers seeing his mother, a union organizer in Detroit, throw salt at the scabs who crossed her picket line. His father, a Detroit factory worker, made his family’s extra money by loan-sharking. As an only child, Robert had no trouble finding strong role models with the balls to step up and speak out… and that was just the balls his Mom had!

Robert Julian is like so many of my gay male friends and their mothers; He believes that he’s more fit, more insightful, better dressed,

wittier and smarter than the people around him. With that sense-ofself in his pocket, Julian “reads” every single character’s mental acuity, accountability and most importantly what they’re wearing… badly. I adore the admittedly stereotypical recounts of the time he spends in the gym, and laughed out loud when he went into a bit about an injury caused by years of high impact aerobics. I could picture the leotard (he never mentioned) immediately.

Hollywood or Lust is all the things that gay men are famous for, or embarrassed by depending who you ask. If you ask me, I had fun with it. I zoomed through it at light speed, and then passed it on to a friend who lives in Warm Sands. Soon, I’m sure he’ll pass it on to another friend with the same hushed, gossipy, excitement! Hushed gossip is the most effective PR Palm Springs has ever seen!

P.S. Look for Robert Julian in the Canadian reality series Golden Gays which filmed here in PS and will premiere soon.

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BEAR WEAR ETC.

WHEN YOU WANT TO WEAR MORE THAN JUST FUR

BY WESLEY COLE

Men and clothing come in all sizes. In Palm Springs there is one store that reaches out to a special target market‌BEARS. Bear Wear Etc. is located on Arenas Avenue in Palm Springs, CA, a very popular Gay business and bar area. Don and Rick opened their store in March, 2003.

The six years previous to that, they sold their clothes and accessories at Bear events across the nation and also at many city Pride events.

Much of their merchandise has well known embroidery logos they designed. These designs have been very well accepted across the United States and abroad. They expanded their inventory to cover resort wear, swim wear, casual wear, leather wear, Nasty Pig uniform wear, underwear, cock rings and accessories for men.

They carry sport shirts in sizes from small to 5XL, while tank-tops and t-shirts go all the way to 6XL. Recently, I sat down with them and asked a few questions.

the climate and the large number of gay people living in the Palm Springs Area. There was a retail location on Arenas, a popular area for gay hangouts. We decided it would be perfect for a year round store.

Do you still do festivals if so which ones?

DON: Along with our business location we sell at a few resorts in Palm Springs. We have sold at the leather events and nude events but we stopped doing pride events when we moved here. We needed a little bit less travel.

For my readers, Do you recommend festivals as a way to get into the retail business and why or why not.

RICK: Back when we started doing the festivals we would of said yes, but after 911 we were unable to fly our merchandise to the events. It may be a little better now, but it is difficult and expensive unless you ship.

Q: Where and when did you first start doing festivals and fairs?

DON: We started doing festivals and fairs in 1996 the first one being a bear event in Dallas (Texas Bear Roundup). We then spread out doing prides, rodeos and bear events in many cities in the United States.

What is next for Bear Wear Palm Springs?

DON: We will definitely continue having our retail store in operation as long as the economy increases business each year.

Q: How many did you do each year?

RICK: We did a lot‌anywhere from 12 to 26 events a year.

Bear Wear Etc. is located at 319 E. Arenas Road, Palm Springs, CA 92262 and their website is WWW.BEAR-WEAR.COM

Q: What was the turning point that made you decide you needed to go to a retail location? And why Palm Springs?

RICK: Well, we moved to Palm Springs in 2002 because we liked

Wesley Cole owns www.PalmSpringsInsider.us Check out Bear Wear and other Palm Springs businesses on his video directory site.

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EVENTS CALENDAR NAKED BOYS SINGING! THE INTERNATIONAL SENSATION CELEBRATES 13TH ANNIVERSARY WITH PALM SPRINGS DEBUT AT PALM CANYON THEATRE MARCH 26 -31 “The three greatest words in the English language – Naked Boys Singing!” - Kelly Ripa, “Live With Regis & Kelly”

NAKED BOYS SINGING! the fifteen-song celebration of the male form will soon hit yet another milestone: the show will make its long awaited debut in PALM SPRINGS, CA for a 6 performance limited engagement.

NAKED BOYS SINGING! Takes center stage at the PALM CANYON THEATRE, Tuesday, March 26 through Sunday, March 31, 2013.

Curtain is set for 8:00 P.M. An equally strong draw for the LGBT community as well as alternative theatre buffs, NAKED BOYS SINGING! originated in Los Angeles/West Hollywood in early 1999.

Soon after, it became a New York City mainstay, opening at The Actor’s Playhouse in July 1999 and settling into a 12 year run, notching up over 3,000 performances and making it the second-longest running musical in Off Broadway history behind THE FANTASTICKS. The Boys have enjoyed annual summer engagements in Provincetown, MA as well as recently marking a year run in Las Vegas. The show went international with successful, long standing runs in London’s West End, Melbourne, Australia’s Gasworks Theatre with upcoming editions planned for New Zealand and South Korea.

NAKED BOYS SINGING! is directed and conceived by Robert

Schrock and choreographed by Jeffry Denman. Schrock and a team of 12 writers -- Stephen Bates, Marie Cain, Perry Hart, Shelly Markham, Jim Morgan, David Pevsner, Rayme Sciaroni, Mark Savage, Ben Schaechter, Trance Thompson, Mark Winkler and two-time Emmy Award winning Bruce Vilanch -- created a bouncy (pun intended) and fabulous musical revue that reminds us that clothes alone do not make the man. The film version was released in 2008 by TLA Releasing and remains one of their top sellers on DVD. REACTION PRODUCTIONS, a Los Angeles based production entity with regional offices in Palm Springs is presenting NAKED BOYS SINGING! direct from it’s New York engagement. The PALM CANYON THEATRE is located at 538 North Palm Canyon Drive in downtown Palm Springs. The show runs at a lean, tight 70 minutes without an intermission. Tickets are $50 for VIP Limited Seating and $35 Reserved Seating. For additional show information and ticket purchases, please contact Palm Canyon Theatre Box Office at (760) 323-5123 www.palmcanyontheatre.org.

Also, for more info visit www.NakedBoysSinging.com

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NOW THRU JUN 2 Beg, Borrow and Steal. Beg Borrow and Steal is the first exhibition at the Palm Springs Art Museum to be installed simultaneously in both the Palm Springs and Palm Desert locations. Originally organized by the Rubell family for an immense, annual installation from their permanent collection that coincides with the international art scene surrounding Art Basel in Miami, the exhibition has been refined to accommodate the museum’s galleries.

Palm Springs Art Museum. 760-322-4800 www.psmuseum.org

MAR 23 Black & White Fundraiser at Villa Fontana in the Movie Colony in Palm Springs Mar 23, 2013 5:30 PM. Become a Legend at the Photography Collection Council Fundraiser at the Villa Fontana in the Movie Colony, on Saturday, March 23, 2013, from 5:30 pm. until 8:30 pm. This event was inspired by Truman Capote’s glamorous 1966 Black & White Masked Ball.

Glamour! Cocktails! Lights! Action! Canapes!

The attire for the evening is Black & White.

Diamonds and masks are optional but FUN! Info call Michael Hinkle 760-322-4858 or mhinkle@psmuseum.org

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MAR 29 Blue Man Group performs at the McCallum Theatre Palm Desert Mar 29, 2013 - Mar 30, 2013.

Blue Man Group will thrill Palm Desert with its high-octane theatrical experience.

Escape the ordinary and surround yourself in an explosion of comedy, music and technology. If you’ve never seen Blue Man Group, it’s a Must-see. If you’re already a fan, don’t miss it.

Visit www.mccallumtheatre.com or call 760-340-ARTS for more info.

MAR 23 Uptown Design District Late Night Event in Palm Springs Mar 23, 2013 6:00 PM. The Uptown Design District is hosting a Late Night Sale during Fashion Week on March 23, 2013 from 6-9pm. Over 30 modern home furnishing stores, exceptional clothing shops, art galleries and restaurants will be open late for a fun night of design, art, fashion and food! The Uptown Design District is located in North Palm Springs between Alejo and Tachevah and now is expanding further north.

MAR 8 Sunset Boulevard at Palm Canyon Theatre Friday Mar 8, 2013 - Sunday Mar 24, 2013. Sunset Boulevard is a musical with book and lyrics by Don Black and Christopher Hampton and music by Andrew Lloyd Webber. Based on the 1950 film of the same title, the plot revolves around Norma Desmond, a faded star of the silent screen era, living in the past in her decaying mansion on the fabled Los Angeles street. For more info call 760-323-5123 or visit www.palmcanyontheatreonline.info

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EVENTS CALENDAR

APRIL 5,6 & 7 More than 200 award winning artists showcasing their fine art and quality craft will transform the magnificent path-lined plaza of the Indian Wells Tennis Garden – home of the BNP Paribas Tournament - into a spectacular festival experience. Indian Wells is conveniently located in the heart of the Southern California - Palm Springs/ Desert Resort communities. The Indian Wells Arts Festival celebrates its 11th year and is ranked one of the 100 Best Fine Art Shows in the country (2011, 2010, 2009) by Sunshine Artist magazine. The Festival takes place Friday through Sunday, April 5 – 7, 2013 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Parking is free and Valet is available. www.indianwellsartsfestival.com

THE PALM SPRINGS VILLAGEFEST THURSDAY EVENINGS.

MARCH 9 Dance for Life. Dance for Life Palm Springs is a celebratory evening of dance in support of AIDS Assistance Program and The Dancers’ Fund. Since 1992, Dance for Life has raised more than four million dollars for Chicago’s HIV/AIDS community.

Now in its second year in Palm Springs, this highly anticipated event brings together renowned national dance companies for one spectacular evening of dance. 7pm at the Annenberg Theater at the Palm Springs Art Museum. 760-325-4490 www.aidsassistance.org/dance-for-life

TROPICALE - LIVE JAZZ every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30 pm www.thetropicale.com

MAR 15-23 Fashion Week El Paseo. The eighth annual Integrated Wealth Management Fashion Week El Paseo 2013 unfolds March 15-23, 2013 under the “Big White Fashion Tent” in the heart of Palm Desert’s most celebrated shopping district: El Paseo. Fashion Week El Paseo showcases the newest collections by top designers as well as fresh ideas by emerging designers and is the premier West Coast fashion event. The event has supported over 20 desert-based charities and boasts attendance of around 11,500.

760-325-2333 www.fashionweekelpaseo.com

ESCENA - ENJOY LIVE MUSIC! 5 pm – 9 pm Tues thru Thurs for more info www.escenagolf.com

Coming Soon: Full Monthly Event Calendar at thestandardps.com

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MAR 6 - 11

MIAMI - WINTER PARTY FESTIVAL Don’t miss out on the Winter Warm Up! January 18th - 20th, 2013. REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN. See below the registration form for more details on the events of the weekend. Start making your plans now, click here for access to our special group rate at the Hilton. Also, take a look at this video for a recap of last year’s Winter Warm Up. www.ngpa.org

MAR 22 - 24

NEW YORK - THE BLACK PARTY One of gay New York’s largest attended, most anticipated and highly promoted events.

It is considered the Father of all large circuit parties with more than 4,000 attendees and remains one of the biggest gay dance parties in the world. It is known and respected world-wide for its notorious productions and continues to retain its reputation for cutting edge innovation and staging, superstar international DJs, world class performances and its legendary “strange live acts”. http://www.blackpartyexpo.com

APR 4 - 7

VARIOUS LOCATIONS - WASHINGTON D.C CHERRY is a high-energy weekend dance benefit with many social events and an all-night dance party that is popular with local and visitors alike. Funds generated from the events benefit a number of local nonprofits with an incredible line up of international gay DJ’s. For more info go to www.cherryfund.org

MAR 13 - 17

MAMMOTH LAKE CA ELEVATION : MAMMOTH Held in one of the most beautiful settings in the country; more than 2,500 riders and skiers come to the High Sierras for Mammoth Lake’s favorite event of the year. When you come to Elevation, you experience some of the best spring skiing and snowboarding on the planet, at a world-class resort that has with one of the highest average snowfalls in the country. You also get more options than just big dance parties. Our signature apres-ski events are more social, “cocktailoriented” events, where you can meet (and buy drinks for) friendly guys from all over the country and all over the world. www.mammothgayski.com

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MAR 29 - APR 1

PALM SPRINGS CA - WHITE PARTY Recognized the world over for its legendary performers, leading edge DJ talent, mindblowing production and the hottest array of men imaginable, White Party Palm Springs has become synonymous with setting the trends that all other events follow. Always a step ahead of the curve, visionary producer Jeffrey Sanker takes March 29 - April 1, 2013 (Easter Weekend) to the Xtreme! It’s his biggest international line-up of DJs ever assembled for the largest gay dance music festival weekend in the world. www.jeffreysanker.com

APR 6 - 7

PHOENIX ARIZONA - PHOENIX PRIDE Phoenix Pride is a festival with musical entertainment, dancing, street fair and more. The parade steps off at 10am at 3rd St. from Thomas to Indian School on Saturday the 16th. Afterwards, check out the festival, open Saturday and Sunday (6th & 7th) from noon-9pm. For a complete line-up of entertainment and events visit www.phoenixpride.org

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MAR 27 - 31

PUERTO VALLARTA, MEXICO - GAY PRIDE & CARNIVAL SITGES The Puerto Vallarta Gay Pride and Carnival Parade this year will be part of the larger festivities and celebrations of the Spring Fever Carnival 2011. Spring Fever will include parties every night with international DJs, guest performers and lots of fun Club Papi dancers. For more info please go to www.vallartafever.com

28 MAR - 2 APR

BERLIN - LEATHER & FETISH WEEK VARIOUS LOCATIONS Berlin turns into fetish for the wildest and most kinky week ever. Gays from all over Europe pack there leather, rubber, skin gear, uniform or other fetish clothing and fly to Berlin for the BLF | ECMC Leather & Fetish WEEK. In 2013 BLF is celebrating the 15th anniversary and that means the members will organize the biggest meeting ever with many new surprises. Lots of parties and events are on the agenda this week including Fetish- and Sex parties, the traditional BLF Leather dinner at AXEL Hotel, the Town Rally, the BLF Leather Boat and of course the TWO HIGHLIGHTS, the official contest of GERMAN MR. LEATHER 2013 and WILD BOAR, the Mega DanceCruise-Fetish Party at GOYA. www.blf.de

MAR 14 - 17

TEXAS - TBRU 18 CASINO BEAR ROYALE Great big Texas sized welcome to 2013 TBRU Casino Bear Royale, March 14-17, 2013. Come and let your inner spy out at Casino Bear Royale, the mystery, intrigue, and thrill of secret bear agents, international men, spies, sexy bears, casinos and passionate encounters await you. We have a great weekend planned with entertainment, food, activities, contest, and transportation to all our events and bars, our famous hospitality room and of course a thousand plus bears, cubs, admirers and more! For more info go to www.tbru.org

MAR 23 - 30

FRENCH ALPS - EUROPEAN SNOW PRIDE 2013 TIGNES Europe’s most incredible winter sports festival gathering hundreds of gay men from all over Europe and beyond. A gay ski week taking place in the gay friendly, world class and snow sure resort of Tignes, in the Espace Killy (300km of slopes culminating at 3450m). www.europeansnowpride.com

MAR 27 - APR 1

BARCELONA SPAIN - BEARCELONA 2013 BEARcelona 2013: international bears meeting; highlights include welcome party, bear bar, pool party, Barcelona city tour, dinners and clubbing, so be ready for your bear impulse to roar and be released. www.bearcelona.org

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the3D’s RESTAURANTS

DINE | DRINK | DANCE { Coachella Valley }

BARS AND NIGHT CLUBS

WANG’S IN THE DESERT 424 S Indian Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA 92262 Phone: (760) 325-WANG (9264) www.wangsinthedesert.com

LAS CASUELAS TERRAZA 222 S Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA Phone: (760) 325-2794 www.lascasuelas.com

ZIN AMERICAN BISTRO 198 S Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA Phone: (760) 322-6300 www.pszin.com

HUNTERS NIGHTCLUB 302 East Arenas Road, Palm Springs, CA 92262 760-323-0700 www.huntersnightclubs.com

NATURE’S HEALTH FOOD & CAFE 555 S Sunrise Way Suite 301 Palm Springs, CA Phone: (760) 323-9487 www.natureshealthfoodcafe.com

LULU CALIFORNIA BISTRO 200 S Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA Phone: (760) 327-5858 www.lulupalmsprings.com

BIRBA 622 N Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA Phone: (760) 327-5678 www.birbaps.com

TOUCAN’S TIKI LOUNGE 2100 North Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA 92262 760-416-7584 www.toucanstikilounge.com

POMME FRITE 256 S Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA Phone: (760) 778-3727 www.pomme-frite.com

CHEEKYS 622 N Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA Phone: (760) 327-7595 www.cheekysps.com

RAINBOW BAR AND GRILL 216 South Indian Canyon Palm Springs, CA 92262 760-325-3989 www.rainbowbarngrill.com

RIO AZUL MEXICAN BAR AND GRILL 350 S Indian Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA Phone: (760) 992-5641 www.rioazulpalmsprings.com

EL MIRASOL 140 E Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA Phone: (760) 323-0721 www.elmirasolrestaurants.com

TRIO RESTAURANT 707 N Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA 92262 Phone: (760) 864-8746 www.triopalmsprings.com

THAI SMILE PALM SPRINGS 651 N Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA Phone: (760) 320-5503 www.thaismilepalmsprings.com

HAMBURGER MARY’S BAR & GRILLE 415 N Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA Phone: (760) 778-6279 www.hamburgermarysps.com

STUDIO ONE 11 COCKTAIL LOUNGE 67-555 East Palm Canyon Drive, Suite A103, Cat. City CA 92264 760.328.2900 www.Studio-One-11.com

TRIO RESTAURANT 707 N Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA Phone: (760) 864-8746 www.triopalmsprings.com

RICK’S RESTAURANT 1973 N Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA Phone: (760) 416-0090 www.ricksrestaurant.biz

THE TOOL SHED 600 E. Sunny Dunes Road, Palm Springs, CA 92262 760.320.3299 www.toolshed-ps.com

THE TROPICALE 330 E Amado Road Palm Springs, CA Phone: (760) 866-1952 www.thetropicale.com

PINOCCHIO IN THE DESERT 134 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262 760-322-3776 www.pinocchiops.com

SPURLINE VIDEO LOUNGE 200 Indian Canyon Drive Palm Springs CA 92262 760-778-4326 www.spurline.com

SHERMAN’S DELI & BAKERY 401 E Tahquitz Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA Phone: (760) 325-1199 www.shermansdeli.com ACQUA PAZZA / THE RIVER at Rancho Mirage 71800 Highway 111 Suite A167 Rancho Mirage, CA Phone: (760) 862-9800 www.acquapazzabistro.com AZUL RESTAURANT 369 N Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA Phone: (760) 325-5533 www.azultapaslounge.com CASA DE FRIDA 450 S Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA Phone: (760) 459-1681 www.casadefrida.com COPLEY’S ON PALM CANYON 621 N Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA Phone: (760) 327-9555 www.copleyspalmsprings.com

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Don’t miss the desert’s premier gala to fight cancer

An American Cancer Society Gala The American Cancer Society and Event Chairs Melissa Neiderman and Francene Fisher invite you to join the fight against cancer by becoming an event sponsor or underwriter for the Desert Spirit XXIV gala. Your contribution will support local programs and services vital to families facing cancer.

Sunday, April 7, 2013 Palm Springs Air Museum 745 N. Gene Autry Trail ~ Palm Springs, California 92262

“Celebration of Life” Award Honorees

CHRIS HERMANN

Hermann Design Group, Inc. and cancer Survivor

PAUL MAHONEY

PMA Advertising & Public Relations, Inc. and cancer Survivor

Join us for our lavish silent and live auctions, great music and dancing.

Invest in your American Cancer Society and join the fight against cancer.

Sponsorship opportunities ranging from $1,500 - $50,000 are available.

Individual tickets are $300.

For more information or to reserve your tickets, please contact Melissa Neiderman via email at psmelissan@gmail.com or call (760) 459-4115.

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