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Cool Sounds

Free fall concerts return to Palm Desert

First exclusive entertainment magazine established in 2003 and published for locals and visitors to the desert communities in the Coachella Valley. Content in the magazine and online provides readers with information that helps them have an exciting desert experience—from dining, gaming, events, art, attractions, nightlife, shopping and theater. Staff Deb Geissler Publisher dgeissler@desertentertainer.com

Left to right: Dead Man’s Party, The Debonaires and The Reelers

he approach of autumn brings cool temperatures and even cooler sounds to Civic Center Park with the return of Palm Desert’s free Fall Concerts where Palm Desert residents and visitors can enjoy live music under the stars and taste tempting treats from food trucks. The excitement kicks off at the Civic Center Park Amphitheater at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 6, with a performance by Oingo Boingo tribute band Dead Man’s Party. Featuring some of Southern California’s finest musicians, the eight-piece band was formed to recreate the same level of performance that made Oingo

Boingo a phenomenon. The band consists of a lead vocalist, lead and rhythm guitar, bass, drums, tenor and baritone sax, trumpet, and keys. On stage from 6 to 7:30 p.m. every Thursday in October, the Fall Concerts will feature a variety of talented musical acts designed to please music lovers of all ages and tastes. The City extends its thanks to the Desert Recreation District for its support of this year’s Fall Concert Series. Other concert series performances include traditional Irish and folk music from The Reelers (Oct. 13), fun reggae and ska beats from The Debonaires (Oct.

20), and the unique and heartwarming indie pop sounds of Leftover Cuties (October 27). The debut of Fall Concerts also means the return of food trucks to Civic Center Park. Concertgoers are encouraged to sample the trucks’ mouth-watering mobile culinary creations or bring picnic baskets along with their blankets or lawn chairs to enjoy the shows. Alcoholic beverages and smoking are prohibited. Civic Center Park is located on the northeast corner of San Pablo Avenue and Fred Waring Drive. For more information, please call (760) 346-0611, ext. 416.

This Week Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at The Living Desert, page 5

Horror Classics at Sunnylands, page 18

Cinema Diverse

Hispanic Heritage Month at The Living Desert

Author Kirk Frederick at Palm Springs Public Library

Calendar of Events & Performances

Curtain Time

“The Music Man” at Palm Canyon Theatre

The Buzz: News Around the Desert

Horror Classics at Sunnylands

Yacht Rock at Hard Rock Hotel

Day Trip: Joshua Tree National Park Exhibit at Hi-Desert Nature Museum

History: Celebrating 100 Years of the Desert

Nightlife

Film Review: “Blair Witch”

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special event

Cinema Diverse

Includes films with local connection

he 2016 edition of Cinema Diverse: The Palm Springs LGBTQ Film Festival, Sept. 22-25, has a number of films with local connections, beginning with this year’s opening night film, “Lazy Eye.” “Much of ‘Lazy Eye’ was filmed at a house in the desert near Joshua Tree,” said Michael C. Green, Festival Director. Another film, “Diane from the Moon,” which is one of this year’s short film selections, was shot entirely in Palm Springs. Local viewers will recognize several locations along Palm Canyon Drive, and scenes which were filmed on several of the hiking trails around Palm Springs. Other films, while not being filmed locally, nevertheless have local connections—either through local full or parttime filmmakers themselves or through their family members. This year’s closing

night film, “Stonewall: The Movement,” was created by historian Ron Williams, a Palm Springs resident, “Two Soft Things, Two Hard Things,” a feature length documentary was made by Canadian filmmaker, Mark Kenneth Woods, whose family lives in La Quinta, the mother of “Political Animals” filmmaker, Christopher Panizzon, lives in the Coachella Valley, and another filmmaker’s in-laws live here. “It’s really amazing to see all the local connections,” Green continued. “And it’s not only the filmmakers and their families. We also have writers, producers, executive producers and directors who live here. One executive producer has had a film featured in at least four of the last film festivals. Generally we don’t even find out he’s involved until after the film has been selected and we’re gather-

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ing the names of guests who will be coming to the screenings.” Fans who attend Cinema Diverse every year are sure to recognize some familiar faces when it comes to the filmmakers attending this year’s festival. That’s because no less than ten of the filmmakers have had films featured in Cinema Diverse in the past. “Independent filmmakers, especially those who are producing films with LGBTQ content, tend to submit to the same festivals each year,” Said Green. “And the really good ones end up being selected again and again. We have one filmmaker from the United Kingdom who has had a short in the festival for the last three years. We were one of the first festivals to select his first short. This year, his new short was featured at Frameline and OUTfest.

“I Am Michael” starring James Franco and Zachary Quinto For a full schedule of films or to purchase tickets online visit www.cinemadiverse.org. Cinema Diverse will be held at Camelot Theatres, 2300 Baristo Road, Palm Springs.

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Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration at The Living Desert

he Living Desert is proud to honor Hispanic Heritage Month from Sept. 22 through Oct. 15. The celebration of culture at the zoo includes one free child admission for every paid adult on each Saturday and Sunday throughout and culminates in the annual La Gran Fiesta on Saturday, Oct. 15. “The Living Desert is proud to honor Hispanic Heritage Month,” said Allen Monroe, President/CEO of The Living Desert. “We invite everyone to learn more about our conservation efforts, take advantage of the weekend discount, and enjoy La Gran Fiesta.” Visitors are also invited to attend La Gran Fiesta on Oct. 15, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The big party is free with paid admission. Party-goers will enjoy musical entertainment from Mariachi groups to

youth Folklorico dancers, arts and crafts, face-painting, as well as authentic Mexican cuisine including tacos and churros. Scavenger hunts near the Mexican wolf, el lobo Mexicano, the jaguar, the caracara, sometimes called the Mexican Eagle and other animals important in Hispanic culture, along with and a variety of games and giveaways also be highlights of the day’s celebrations. As a special gift, the first 1,000 guests will receive a pepper plant cultivated and grown at The Living Desert. The Living Desert, located at 47-900 Portola Ave, in Palm Desert is open daily through Sept. 30 from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and Oct. 1 to May 31 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information call (760) 346-5694 or visit www.LivingDesert.org.

Villagio Italian Kitchen Announces Bicycle Poolside Delivery

illagio Italian Kitchen has partnered with local hotels which do not offer their own restaurants to introduce poolside delivery to guests – pedaling pizza and other Italian favorites to the Hampton Inn and Homewood Suites nearby via a custom delivery bicycle. The delivery service is promoted at the hotels’ pool areas on large stanchion signs which refer guests to the restaurant’s website or the front desk

for menus. Orders can be called in. Bike delivery allows for expedited delivery times, and is environmentally friendly. Villagio Italian Kitchen is open daily at 11 a.m. for lunch and dinner, with Happy Hour from 4 to 6 p.m. daily except Wednesdays which feature All Night Happy Hour. For more information, go to www.pizzeriavillagio.com or call (760) 779-5050.

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special event

‘Write That Down!’

Author Kirk Frederick to be interviewed at Palm Springs Public Library

uthor Kirk Frederick will be interviewed by veteran syndicated Hollywood reporter Blll Harris about his new book “Write That Down! The Comedy of Male Actress Charles Pierce” at the Palm Springs Public Library at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 1. USC Professor Chris Freeman will also be present to MC the discussion. The event is free but seating is limited, first-come, firstseated until room capacity is met. The softcover book provides a humorous and insightful glimpse into the fascinating life and 40-year career of selfdescribed “Male Actress” Charles Pierce, who created outrageously funny impersonations of legends Bette Davis, Mae West, Katharine Hepburn and many other twentieth century movie stars. In addition to the interview, rare video segments spanning Pierce’s career will be shared, and a general question-and-answer session will follow. Books will be for sale courtesy and Kirk will be available to autograph the books following the presentation. Frederick served as Charles Pierce’s producer, manager and dresser for the last 20 years of Pierce’s career. In “Write That Down!” Frederick captures the essence of the man’s comic genius by recounting his hilarious material, most of which Pierce wrote himself, or improvised on stage. On the occasions when these ad-libs generated particularly exuberant audience response, Pierce would call out to Frederick backstage to “write that down.” He did. It inspired this book. “I had the pleasure of working closely with Charles Pierce in many roles,” said Frederick. “As early as 1973, Charles had already become a kind of voice for the gay community, and I wanted to preserve his incredible impact. His spot-on impersonations helped memorialize some of Hollywood’s biggest legends and made people laugh for more than forty years. That is a legacy any performer would be proud to have.” Pierce helped pioneer the art of female

impression in the ‘50s and ‘60s. His roles included Bette Davis, Mae West, Tallulah Bankhead, Gloria Swanson, Carol Channing, Katharine Hepburn, and Joan Crawford. His act was centered on wit rather than accurate mimicry, though it was often said that he looked more like Joan Collins than did Joan Collins herself. “Write That Down!” is the first authorized biographical tribute to Charles Pierce, the foremost “male actress” of the 20th century. “Write That Down!” captures the essence of Pierce in a thoroughly entertaining, revealing, and funny biographical tribute, as only someone who knew him on and off the stage could. It features a foreword by renowned author Armistead Maupin. The Library is located at 300 S. Sunrise Way, on the corner of Sunrise Way and Baristo Road, one of the anchors of Sunrise Park and a destination for residents and visitors alike. For more information call 760322-READ (7323) or log on to www.palmspringslibrary.org.

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Events & Performances September 22 through October 9 ONGOING ACTIVITIES

Palm Springs Historical Walking Tours 7 different walking tours including tours of downtown Palm Springs, historic neighborhoods with high concentrations of celebrity homes, mid-century modern commercial properties as well as inns. Visit www.pshistoricalsociety.org for description of tours, days and times. 221 S. Palm Canyon Dr. in the Village Green, Call for more information (760) 323-8297. Reservations required.

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Cinema Diverse: The Palm Springs LGBTQ Film Festival Celebrating its ninth year, dedicated to presenting the best in LGBT Cinema. www.cinemadiverse.org.

Yucca Mesa Fall Festival 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Chili cookoff, Horseshoe competition, Craft fair, food vendors, craft beer garden, children activities and live music . Yucca Mesa Community Center, 3133 Balsa Ave., Yucca Valley. (760) 3643525, www.yucamesa.org.

Y Be Fit Palm Desert Challenge 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. Runners/ Walkers and Triathletes of all skill levels welcome. Reverse mini-triathlon, 5K run/walk, 1K color run, health and fitness fair, booths, activities and music. (760) 341-9622, www. ybefitpdchallenge.org.

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Certified Farmers’ Markets IndiVisible: African-Native American Lives in the Americas Smithsonian traveling exhibition focusing on the seldomviewed history and complex lives of people of dual African American and Native American ancestry. Fee admission and free parking. Agua Caliente Cultural Museum, 219 S. Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs. (760) 778-1079, www.accmuseum.org.

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Certified Farmers’ Markets Fruits, vegetables, artisan food vendors and other products from California certified farms. Locations: Palm Springs, Saturdays at 8 a.m., 2300 Baristo Road. La Quinta, Sundays at 8 a.m., Old Town La Quinta at 78100 Main Street. VillageFest Every Thursday, 7 to 10 p.m. Live entertainment, arts and crafts, food, farmers’ market, downtown Palm Springs on Palm Canyon Drive. Stores along the street stay open late. (760) 320-3781. Palm Springs Vintage Market First Sunday of the month, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Experience a diverse gathering of merchants selling vintage, retro and mid century merchandise. Camelot Theatres, 2300 E. Baristo, Palm Springs. Visit www.palmspringsvintagemarket.com for more details.

FOR BAR, LOUNGE ENTERTAINMENT, SEE NIGHTLIFE ON PAGE 23. FOR THEATER LISTINGS, SEE CURTAIN TIME ON PAGE 8.

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Squeeze 8 p.m. Popular British band, came to prominence in the United Kingdom during the new wave period of the late ‘70s, and continued recording successfully in the ‘80s and ‘90s. Spotlight 29 Casino, 46200 Harrison Place, Coachella. (760) 775-5566, www.spotlight29.com. Films on the Great Lawn: Horror Classics 7 p.m. The Innocents: This 1961 film, an Edgar Allen Poe Best Picture winner, stars Deborah Kerr as an emotionally fragile governess who comes to suspect there is something very wrong with her young charges. Sunnylands, 37-977 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. (760) 202-2222, www. sunnylands.org.

9/23 - 9/24 Ninth Annual Desert Stars Festival 12 p.m. Three stages featuring performances by Dinosaur Jr., And You Will Know Us By The Trail of Dead, Sebadoh, Moon Duo, Strawberry Alarm Clock, Sloan and many more! Pappy & Harriets Pioneertown Place, 53-688 Pioneertown Road, Pioneertown. (760) 365-5956, www.pappyandharriets.com.

9/25 Rewind at the Pool: Yacht Rock Edition 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. A day of laid back grooves and nautical vibes features the ultimate captains in music, DJ Shaun Slaughter, DJ Paparazzi and guest DJ Brody Jenner spinning yacht rock and soft rock tunes. Hard Rock Hotel, 150 S. Indian Canyon, Palm Springs. (760) 969-6650, wwwhrhpalmsprings.com.

9/28 Films That Make You Go Hmmmm: ‘Resistance’ 6:30 p.m. Not all germs are created equal; this film explores the prevalence of antibiotics and their effects. Palm Springs Public Library, 300 S. Sunrise Way, Palm Springs. (760) 322-7323, www.palmspringslibrary.org.

9/30 A Tribute to Keith Urban 8 p.m. Free concert series featuring tribute artist Urban Skies. Tortoise Rock Casino, 73-829 Baseline Road, Twentynine Palms. (866) 377.6829, www.tortoiserockcasino.com.

9/30 Films on the Great Lawn: Horror Classics 7 p.m. The Haunting: One of cinema’s best haunted house movies, director Robert Wise received a Golden Globe nomination for exploring the tale of a mansion teeming with supernatural forces. Sunnylands, 37977 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. (760) 202-2222, www. sunnylands.org. A Tribute to The Pretenders 8 p.m. Free concert series featuring tribute artist Contenders. Spotlight 29 Casino, 46-200 Harrison Place, Coachella. (760) 775-5566, www.spotlight29.com.

10/1 - 10/2 21st Annual Orchid Festival Free admission. Judged Orchid Show, Orchid Care Classes, Chaparral artist art show, wine and cheese tasting, jazz music, food and vendor booths. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 2200 Belfield Blvd., Landers. www. sunsetrotary.org. Desert Hot Springs Fall Festival 2 to 10 p.m. Fireworks show, festival of music featuring Gin Piston, The BrosQuitos and Desert Country, petting zoo, kid rides, arts and crafts, food trucks and bbq. Mission Lakes Marketplace, 64-949 Mission Lakes Bld., Desert Hot Springs. www.dhsdaily.com/event/desert-hot-springs-fall-festival-2/

10/3 WWE Live 7:30 p.m. See your favorite WWE Superstars: Dean Ambrose, AJ Styles, Randy Orton, Bray Wyatt, The Miz, Dolph Ziggler, Becky Lynch, Natalya, and many more of your favorite superstars. LIVE! Palm Springs Convention Center, 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs. www.wwe.com/wwe-live-29.

10/6 Palm Desert Free Fall Concerts 6 p.m. Featuring Oingo Boingo tribute band Dead Man’s Party. Bring picnic baskets, blankets and lawn chairs. Food trucks onsite. Civic Center Park, 43900 San Pablo Ave., Palm Desert. www.palm-desert.org.

10/6- 10/9 Joshua Tree Music Festival A family friendly global music experience featuring performances by Tyler Bryant and the Shakedown, Mark Farina, Mokoomba, House of Hamsa, Dynohunter, Gene Evaro Jr., and many more. www.joshuatreemusicfestival.com.

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curtain time

‘David Sings Cole’

Seattle singer brings cabaret show to Palm Desert By Gary Walker For Desert Entertainer

eattle singer David Duvall returns to Palm Desert Sunday afternoon, Sept. 25, for his cabaret show, “David Sings Cole,” at Joslyn Center. According to Sundays in Summer Cabaret Series producer Les Michaels, the lively one-man musical cabaret concert features Duvall at the piano performing Cole Porter tunes in his version of the famous 1971 recording of “Bobby Short Loves Cole Porter.” Duvall is a music and voice teacher in Seattle, as well as wearing his hats as musical director, arranger, director, writer, composer and producer. Curtain Time: “David Sings Cole” starring David Duvall, 2 p.m. Sun., Sept. 25, Arthur Newman Theatre, Joslyn Center, 73750 Catalina Way, Palm Desert. Tickets: $11 cash at the door, (760) 3252731or lesmichaels.com/joslyn.

Dean Regan’s “Regards” LA singer Dean Regan has made quite a name for himself on Broadway and brings some of that luster and limelight

to Palm Desert’s Joslyn Center Sunday afternoon, Oct. 2, when he performs his favorite cabaret concert, “Give My Regards to Broadway.” Among the shows in which he co-starred are “Man of La Mancha,” “Company,” “Pirates of Penzance,” “Cabaret” and “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying.” “The Los Angeles Times” heralded him as “stunning and poignant,” saying “When Dean Regan makes an entrance, you know you’re in for a thrilling ride.” Pianist Charlie Creasy is Regan’s musical director. Curtain Time: “Give My regards to Broadway,” starring Dean Regan, with pianist Charlie Creasy, 2 p.m. Sun., Oct. 2, Arthur Newman Theatre, Joslyn Center, 73750 Catalina Way, Palm Desert. Tickets: $11 cash at the door, (760) 3252731or lesmichaels.com/joslyn.

Date Festival Pageant Auditions The Annual Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival in Indio will audition talent Sat.-Sutn., Oct. 1-2 for its 71st show to run Feb. 17-26. The call is for singers, dancers, actors and specialty performers. The nightly Musical Pageant Auditions will be held at the Riverside County Fairgrounds, Fullenwider Auditorium,

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curtain time mance resume, and actors should expect to “cold read.” Singers should bring an instrumental track on CD/MP3 or sheet music and specialty performers should prepare a short routine. For more informationa: (760) 8952786 or email questions to DatePageant@ aol.com.

Fall Concerts

Seattles singer David Duvall 46350 Arabia St. (enter Gate 2 and go far right in front of building). The audition location is Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival, 82-503 Hwy 111, Indio. To help make the process faster and easier, fill out an application online at www.datepageantinfo.com. Everyone should bring a brief, informal perfor-

The City of Palm Desert’s free Fall Concerts every Thursday in October return to the Civic Center Park with the following 6-7:30 p.m. programs: > Oct. 6: Oingo Boingo tribute band Dead Man’s Party > Oct. 13: Traditional Irish and folk music from The Reelers > Oct. 20: Fun reggae and ska beats from The Debonaires > Oct. 27: Unique and heartwarming indie pop sounds from Leftover Cuties You can either bring your own picnic basket or choose from the various food trucks on site. Don’t forget your blanket and chairs. Alcoholic beverages and smoking are prohibited. Civic Center Park is located on the northeast corner of San Pablo Ave. and Fred Waring Drive. For more info: (760) 346-0611, ext. 416.

Box Office • “The Secret Garden,” thru Sept. 24, Theatre 29, Twentynine Palms. Tickets: $8-$15, (760) 361-4151 or theatre29.org.

2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 30-Oct. 23, Desert Rose Playhouse, 69620 Hwy 111, Rancho Mirage. Tickets: $32-$35, (760) 2023000 or www.desertroseplayhouse.org.

• “Drag Me to Brunch,” comedy drag show and Broadway tunes, noon3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 25, Ace Hotel & Swim Club, The Commune, 701 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. Tickets: $25, (760) 325-9900.

• “Life Without” by Pam Munter, 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Oct. 7-8, Script2Stage2Screen, Unitarian Universalist Church of the Desert sanctuary, 72425 Via Vail, Rancho Mirage. Tickets: $10, (760) 772-2391 or www.script2stage2screen.com.

• “The Music Man,” Sept. 30-Oct. 9, Palm Canyon Theatre, 538 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. Tickets and info: (760) 323-5123 or www. palmcanyontheatre.org. • “POZ,” a stylish gay comedy by Michael Aman, 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday;

• Dinner in the Canyons, Saturday, Oct. 8, featuring artists Dark Water Rising and a live auction, in celebration of Agua Caliente Cultural Museum’s 25th Anniversary. Tickets: $300, (760) 778-1079 or www.accmuseum.org.

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Fall Concerts

Box Office • “The Secret Garden,” thru Sept. 24, Theatre 29, Twentynine Palms. Tickets: $8-$15, (760) 361-4151 or theatre29.org.

2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 30-Oct. 23, Desert Rose Playhouse, 69620 Hwy 111, Rancho Mirage. Tickets: $32-$35, (760) 2023000 or www.desertroseplayhouse.org.

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on stage

Strike Up The Band

‘The Music Man’ at Palm Canyon Theatre

ore than 30 kids and teens from the Coachella Valley will take the stage following a “pied piper,” as he sells them on the idea of drumming up a boys’ band. The story of “The Music Man,” a musical by Meredith Willson, follows a fast-talking traveling salesman, Harold Hill, as he cons the people of River City, Iowa into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys’ band he vows to organize – this despite the fact he doesn’t know a trombone from a treble clef. Hill is played by Paul Grant, a musical theatre veteran who frequently shares his talents with Palm Canyon Theatre audiences. Professor Hill – as he refers to himself – is foiled with his plans to skip town with the cash, when he falls for Marian the librarian, played by Se Layne, who is also the Palm Canyon Theatre’s co-artistic director. “The Music Man” is directed by Steve Fisher. Musical Director Steven Smith will lead an ensemble of professional, local musicians in live music throughout the production. Derik Shopinski is both choreographer and costume designer. Sets and lighting design are by J.W. Layne, coartistic director of PCT. The cast includes many local actors, including a talented gaggle of kids as young as seven-years-old and several budding teen stars including Jake Mule, who plays Tommy Djilas. Kate Antanov plays Zaneeta Shinn. 11-year-old A.J. Fernandez plays Winthrop, the librarian’s much younger brother. Other PCT company members include Morgana Corelli, as Mrs. Paroo; Jake Samples, as Marcellus; Ava Tethal, as Amarylis; Stan Jenson, as Mayor Shinn; and Karen Schmitt, as Eulalie Shinn. The cast is complete with a brood of pick-alittle ladies, pecking at the town’s gossip, and a harmonizing quartet of synchronized school board members, which in

Se Layne and A.J. Fernandez Photo by Paul Hayashi reality is an established Palm Springs area quartet called Lightning Bolt. Its oldest member is 92, creating an 85-year spread in this intergenerational cast. “The Music Man” is the Palm Canyon Theatre’s second show of its 20th Anniversary Season, opening Friday, Sept. 30, and running two weekends through Sunday, Oct. 9. Show times are 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 6. Sunday matinees start at 2 p.m. Tickets are $32-$36. Student tickets are $15, with valid ID; student tickets must be purchased at the Box Office. For tickets, call the Palm Canyon Theatre Box Office at (760) 323-5123 or order online www.PalmCanyonTheatre.org. The Palm Canyon Theatre is located at 538 North Palm Canyon Drive, at the corner of Alejo Road and Palm Canyon Drive, across from Koffi inside The Corridor. Box Office hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information call (760) 323-5123.

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the buzz

News

Around the Desert PSIFF Appoints Michael Lerman Artistic Director

vid Smith said, “We are always hesitant to close any area in the park, however when certain factors warThe Palm Springs Inrant, it becomes necessary ternational Film Festival to preserve the flora and (PSIFF) has announced fauna we are charged with the hiring of Michael protecting”. Rangers adLerman as Artistic Direcvise hikers to bring plenty tor. Currently, Lerman of water, sunscreen and serves as Acting Head of appropriate clothing and Programming and Priheadgear. Also the public metime Programmer for is reminded that dogs are the Toronto Film FestiMichael Lerman not allowed on trails in val, which concludes its 11-day run on Sept. 18, as well as the Ar- the park and are particularly vulnerable tistic Director for the Philadelphia Film to desert heat. For more information visit, Society, where he has worked since 2005. www.nps.gov/jotr. Lerman will oversee all artistic decisions for the 28th annual Palm Springs International Film Festival that runs from Jan. 2-16, 2017. For more information on the Palm Springs International Film Festival, call (760) 322-2930 or (800) 898-7256 or visit www.psfilmfest.org.

Joshua Tree National Park’s 49 Palms Oasis Reopens Park officials announced that the popular 49 Palms Oasis has been reopened for park visitors. Park biologists state that cooler temperatures, additional forage and the impact of recent rain activity in the area, create conditions favorable for reopening the oasis, which has been closed since the end of June. Superintendent Da-

WWE Live Returns to Palm Springs WWE LIVE will return to the Palm Spring Convention Center on Monday, Oct. 3. This will be your chance to see your favorite WWE Superstars LIVE! SEE: Dean Ambrose, AJ Styles, Randy Orton, Bray Wyatt, Intercontinental Champion The Miz, Dolph Ziggler, Becky Lynch, Natalya, and many more of your favorite superstars. WWE offers the best value in entertainment, with tickets starting at $15. Tickets are currently on sale and are available at www.NXTTickets.com and charge-by-phone (877) 840-0457.

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Hiking & Biking Trails Hiking Palm Springs

Hiking La Quinta

Andreas Canyon Trail

Boo Hoff Trail to Lake

Tahquitz Canyon

Cahuilla Loop

Palm Springs Art Museum Trail

For directions, maps and information visit www.playinlaquinta.com.

Murray Canyon Trail Araby Trail South Lykken Trail North Lykken Trail For directions, maps and information visit www.visitpalmsprings.com.

Hiking Rancho Mirage Bighorn Overlook Trail Butler-Abrams Trail Chuckwalla Trail Clancy Lane Trail Jack Rabbit Trail Road Runner Trail For directions, maps and information visit www.ranchomirageca.gov.

Hiking Palm Desert Hopalong Cassidy Trail

Biking Palm Springs Las Palmas Loop Downtown Loop Citywide Loop Tahquitz Creek Loop Deepwelll Loop Canyon Country Club Loop Gene Autry Bikeway Whitewater Trail For directions, maps and information visit www.visitpalmsprings.com.

Biking La Quinta Bear Creek Trailhead Cove Oasis Trailhead Fritz Burns Park

Randall Henderson Trail

Fred Wolff Bear Creek Nature Preserve

Herb Jeffries Trail

La Quinta Library

For directions, maps and information visit www.cityofpalmdesert.org

La Quinta Park Sports Complex

Hiking La Quinta

Boys and Girls Club

Bear Creek Trailhead to Cave, Cave to Palm Oasis

For directions, maps and information visit www.playinlaquinta.com.

Cove to Lake Cahuilla

astrology

Horoscopes

September 22 - October 5

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway

Agua Caliente Cultural Museum History, culture of Cahuilla Indians, baskets, artifacts, photographs. Wednesday through Sunday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. 219 South Palm Canyon, Palm Springs. (760) 778-1079. www.accmuseum.org. The Best of the Best Tours. Call for the Lowest and Best Tours in the Valley. We have been in business for 20 years now. The original PS Windmill Tour Company. Tours daily, 9 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. The original Rich & Famous City Celebrity Tour, Tours daily, 9 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m., Indian Canyon Tour, Daily at 9 a.m. Also offering Combination Tours. Call for reservations at (760) 320-1365 or visit www.thebestofthebesttours.com. Palm Springs Air Museum. One of the world’s largest collections of flyable Worl War II aircrafts and memorabillia, vintage automobiles, large-scale model ships. Open daily year round 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., last admission at 4 p.m. 745 North Gene Autry Trail, Palm Springs, www.palmspringsairmuseum.org.

Moorten Botanical Garden. 1701 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. Open daily 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., closed on Wednesdays. For more information, (760) 327-6555 or visit www.moortengarden.com. Coachella Valley History Museum. Open Thursday - Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. 82616 Miles Avenue, Indio. For admission information call (760) 342-6651 or visit www.cvhm.org. Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. World’s largest rotating tram provides breathtaking views of the Coachella Valley as it ascends Mt. San Jacinto. Monday - Friday. First tram up 10 a.m. Last tram up Sunday - Thursday 8 p.m., last tram down 9:45 p.m. Last Tram up Friday - Saturday 9 p.m. and last tram down 10:30 p.m. Highway 111 and Tram Road, Palm Springs. For info, (760) 325-1391. www. pstramway.com. Cabot’s Pueblo Museum. 67616 East Desert View Avenue, Desert Hot Springs. For more information call (760) 329-7610 or visit www.cabotsmuseum.org.

ptimism may not be your go-to emotion. Anyone who sees so deeply into things can’t possibly be happy about all of them. Yet... these are the times. Best or worst, this is it. With a special not-so-optimistic brand of optimism, we’re the ones responsible for making it great. This message is brought to you by the practical Taurus moon. ARIES (March 21-April 19). Celebrate the fact that you think faster than you talk. This afternoon you’ll get into a position to win or lose someone’s esteem. Thinking twice or three times before you utter a word is advised. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You resist the task, but you know that it’s something you just have to do. Hunker down and do it, no complaints. It will go quickly once you quiet your mind and get to work. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Some days are more special than others. You’ll reach out to people who are going through times of heightened emotion and intensity, and you’ll make it better for them. CANCER (June 22-July 22). What you are naturally is enough. So much will be offered to you in the way of enhancements. They would be hard-pressed to make you better; you’re so good today.

CROSSWORD ANSWERS

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). What is gorgeous? Without the soul’s intention of being loving and beautiful, there is no gorgeous. It’s only a superficial alignment of elements. Gorgeous is as gorgeous does — and gorgeous does as gorgeous thinks. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You’re a masterful organizer and your flawless logic in this regard will be executed to perfection. Still, the wild gypsy in your soul wants to be free — of possessions, psychic bonds and other people’s definitions. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Achieving a certain goal might change what you do with your days, but that will not automatically change who you are inside. It takes emotional work to alter your emotional resonance. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You don’t want anyone to see what goes into the task of making you seem super at what you do. This isn’t shame; it’s professionalism. Keep your own secrets. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). To start a fire is one of the most elemental basic skills of human survival, and yet most humans haven’t learned to do it. Your fire-sign instincts will kick in today on an emotional level. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). The most intriguing person may not be doing the things that you think are very intriguing at all, and yet it’s the way this person approaches life. It’s all in the way. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Mistakes are common, to be expected and definitely a highlight of the adventure. You have to wonder if that person trying so hard to avoid a mistake has something against fun. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Your original intent was to help others, restore justice and make the world a better place. It’s not your fault that you will now reap an enormous benefit from the events your action has set in motion.

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entertainment

Horror Classics Invade the Great Lawn of Sunnylands “The Village of the Damned” to be screened on Friday, Oct. 7

orror classics claim the spotlight in the newest Films on the Great Lawn movie series at Sunnylands Center & Gardens. The free outdoor screenings, featuring three

of the most unnerving films of the 1960s, take place on three consecutive Fridays starting Sept. 23, one day after Sunnylands opens for the season. The films, presented in partnership with the Palm Springs International Film Festival, are scheduled as follows: Sept. 23 – “The Innocents”: This 1961 film, an Edgar Allen Poe Best Picture winner, stars Deborah Kerr as an emotionally fragile governess who comes to suspect there is something very wrong with her young charges. Sept. 30 – “The Haunting”: One of cinema’s best haunted house movies, director Robert Wise received a Golden Globe nomination for exploring the tale of a mansion teeming with supernatural forces. Oct. 7 – “The Village of the Damned”: Adult actors are upstaged by the platinum-haired, glowing-eyed, zombie-like children who upend the British town of Midwich with what appear to be extraterrestrial powers. Released in 1960, the movie is one of the most influential science fiction films of the decade. All movies start at 7 p.m. at Sunnylands Center & Gardens, 37-977 Bob Hope Drive in Rancho Mirage. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. Filmgoers are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and small picnics. Large coolers, alcohol, smoking, and pets are not permitted. With limited parking, carpooling is strongly advised. Admission is free.

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entertainment

Yacht Rock Vibe

Brody Jenner performs DJ set at Hard Rock Hotel

ard Rock Hotel keting, Matthew Watts, Palm Springs is and is available at www. excited to anhrock.co/YachtRock nounce that Brody Jenner Hard Rock Hotel Palm will be performing a guest Springs encourages guests DJ set at Rewind at the and yacht rockers to come Pool: Yacht Rock Edition dressed in nautical, sailing from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on and/or yacht-like attire. Sunday, Sept. 25. The bar will be serving up The television persondelicious and refreshing ality and model is known drink specials, including for his roles on hit realpiña coladas, lava flows, ity shows including MTV’s sea breezes and more. CaGuest DJ Brody Jenner “The Hills” and E!’s “Keepbanas and daybeds are ing Up with the Kardashialso available for rent. For ans.” Jenner currently has a residency at more information about cabana and dayHarrah’s Resort in Atlantic City, and has bed rentals, call (760) 325-9676. been a DJ at such Vegas hot spots like TAO Nightclub, Hyde Bellagio and The Bank Tickets are $40 per person and will be Nightclub. available at the door on the day of the event. Jenner joins DJ Shaun Slaughter and DJ Spend Saturday night at the hotel and secure Paparazzi for a day of laid-back grooves a late check out on Sunday after the party, and nautical vibes featuring music from and two tickets to Yacht Rock. A Sunday “Yacht Rockers” like Michael McDonald, night stay will include an early check in beKenny Loggins, Christopher Cross, Hall fore Yacht Rock as well as two tickets to the and Oates and Toto. event. For more information or to book a stay For those looking to get the Yacht Rock at Hard Rock Hotel Palm Springs, please visit vibe started early, a specially procured us at www.HRHPalmSprings.com. The Hard playlist has been created by Hard Rock In- Rock Hotel Palm Springs is located at 150 S. ternational’s director of music and mar- Indian Canyon Drive, Palm Springs.

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day trips

Joshua Tree National Park Experience ‘The Science Laboratory in Your Backyard’ exhibit

he Hi-Desert Nature Museum presents the temporary exhibition, “Joshua Tree National Park: The Science Laboratory in Your Backyard.” Joshua Tree National Park provides a destination where locals and tourists enjoy the tranquility and serene beauty of the local desert. The Park, being a place for cutting edge science, conducts studies in archaeology, botany, environmental science, geology, paleontology, zoology, and more. In celebration of the National Park Service Centennial Year, a new exhibit at the Hi-Desert Nature Museum allows visitors to explore our National Park behind the scenes. The new exhibit will open with a reception beginning at 5 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 30, Keynote Speaker, Michael Newland,

from Sonoma State University will present at 7 p.m. introducing the audience to archaeology options in Joshua Tree National Park. The Park has some of the most fascinating archaeology found anywhere in the United States and was home to several Native American cultures who lived there for centuries and continue to view many areas of the park as sacred. Archaeologists have made remarkable finds that have changed science’s understanding of California prehistory. Newland’s presentation will highlight several discoveries, and research. A discussion will be held on the challenges Joshua Tree National Park and tribal advocates face in preserving this remarkable heritage for future generations. Exhibit is on display from Sept. 30 to Dec. 17.

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The Hi-Desert Nature Museum is operated by the Town of Yucca Valley and is located in the Yucca Valley Community Center Complex at 57-116 Twentynine Palms Highway. The Museum is open Thursday through Saturday

from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free; donations support the educational mission of the Museum. For more information, contact the Hi-Desert Nature Museum at (760) 369-7212 or visit www.hidesertnaturemuseum.org.

21st Annual Orchid Festival

ave you ever wanted the thrill of going up in a hot air balloon and viewing the desert from over 100 feet in the air? As part of the 21st Annual Orchid Festival will offer tethered balloon rides on Saturday, Oct. 1. Mark your calendars to come out to Gubler Orchids, 2200 Belfield Blvd. in Landers. The Orchid Festival runs from Saturday, Oct. 1, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and

Sunday, Oct. 2, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. In addition to the Saturday-only tethered balloon rides, breakfast items can be purchased between 7:30 and 10 a.m. Both days feature greenhouse tours, orchid classes, an American Orchid Society judged show, food, wine tasting, live music, and vendor booths. Admission and parking are FREE. Visit www. sunsetrotary.org.

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AMERICAN AJ’s on the Green 36-200 Date Palm Dr., Cathedral City (760) 202-1111 www.ajsonthegreen.com

AMERICAN Simon Kitchen + Bar at Hard Rock Hotel 150 S. Indian Canyon Dr., Palm Springs (760) 325-9676 www.hrhpalmsprings.com/simon

Jem Steakhouse at Spotlight 29 Casino 46-200 Harrison Place, Coachella (760) 775-5566 www.spotlight29.com

Goody’s Cafe 72246 Varner Rd., Thousand Palms (760) 343-7710 www.goodyscafe.com

Escena Lounge & Grill 1100 Clubhouse View Dr., Palm Springs (760) 992-0002 www.escenagrill.com

Mélange at The Chateau 78-120 Caleo Bay, La Quinta (760) 564-7332 www.thechateaulakelaquinta.com

Rick’s Restaurant & Bakery 1937 N. Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs (760) 416-0090 www.ricksrestaurant.biz

Trio 707 N. Palm Canyon, Palm Springs (760) 864-8746 www.triopalmsprings.com

The Palm House 450 S. Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs (760) 778-3520 www.palmhousepalmsprings.com La Rue Bistro 78-015 Main Street, La Quinta (760) 296-3420 www.laruebistro.com Woody’s Palm House 450 S. Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs (760) 230-0188 www.woodysburgersps.com Lost on 111 Grill 79-410 Highway 111, La Quinta (760) 564-8601 www.loston111.com Rick’s Desert Grill 1596 N. Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs (760) 325-2127 www.ricksrestaurant.biz

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ITALIAN Riccio’s Steak and Seafood 495 N. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs (760) 325-3111 www.ricciossteakandseafood.com Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill 265 S. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs (760) 320-8041 www.sammygsrestaurant.com Trilussa Ristorante 68718 E. Palm Canyon Dr, Cathedral City (760) 328-2300 www.trilussarestaurant.com Nicolino’s Italian Restaurant 35-325 Date Palm Dr., Cathedral City (760) 324-0411 www.nicolinos.com

Cuban Sandwich at Rick’s Desert Grill in Palm Springs

ITALIAN

INDIAN

Bucatini Tratoria 46-660 Washington St., La Quinta (760) 777-9007 www.bucatini.biz

Monsoon Indian Cuisine 555 S. Sunrise Way, Palm Springs (760) 325-2700 www.monsoonindiancuisine.com

Norma’s Italian Kitchen 42-418 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage (760) 834-8738 www.normasitaliankitchen.com

India Oven 35-875 Date Palm Dr., Cathedral City (760) 770-3918 www.india-oven.com

MEXICAN El Ranchito 78-039 Calle Estado, La Quinta (760) 564-0061 Tortillas Restaurant 32-123 Cathedral Canyon Drive, Cathedral City (760) 324-8070 www.trilussarestaurant.com Fresh Agave Mexican Bar & Grill 73325 Highway 111, Palm Desert (760) 836-9028 freshagavemexicanbarandgrill.com

SEAFOOD Fisherman’s Market and Grill www.fishermans.com 235 S. Indian Canyon Dr., Palm Springs (760) 327-1766 44250 Town Center Way, Palm Desert (760) 776-6533 78575 Highway 111, La Quinta (760) 777-1601

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history

CELEBRATING

100 YEARS OF THE DESERT 1923 Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa

32-250 Bob Hope Dr, Rancho Mirage (760) 321-2000 | www.hotwatercasino.com

Augustine Casino â€“ Closed For Remodel 84-001 Avenue 54, Coachella (760) 391-9500 | www.augustinecasino.com

Cahuilla Casino

52-702 California 371, Anza (951) 763-1200 | www.cahuillacasino.com

Fantasy Springs Resort Casino

Oasis Hotel designed by Lloyd Wright

earl McCallum McManusâ€™s Oasis Hotel in downtown Palm Springs was designed by Lloyd Wright, the talented architect son of the famous Frank Lloyd Wright. It was constructed in a slip-form concrete style developed by Lloyd Wright. The Oasis Hotel was one of the earliest modern hotels built in Southern California. The hotel had a dramatic bell tower which remains today. In the 1950s, local architect E. Stewart Williams designed a cluster of desert modern buildings around the property.

84-245 Indio Springs Dr., Indio (760) 342-5000 | www.fantasyspringsresort.com

Morongo Casino Resort

49-500 Seminole Dr., Cabazon (951) 849-3080 | www.morongocasinoresort.com

Red Earth Casino

3089 Norm Niver Road, Salton Sea Beach (760) 395-1200 | www.redearthcasino.com

Spa Resort Casino

401 E. Amado Rd., Palm Springs (760) 883-1000 | www.sparesortcasino.com

Spotlight 29 Casino

46-200 Harrison Pl., Coachella (760) 775-5566 | www.spotlight29.com

Tortoise Rock Casino

73-829 Baseline Road, Twentynine Palms (760) 367-9759 | www.tortoiserockcasino.com

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nightlife

Nightlife

September 22 through October 5 Entertainment sometimes changes after press deadline. Please check with venue to confirm the evening’s entertainment.

THURSDAY - 9/22 AJ’s on the Green Jazz trio with Francesca Amari, Bill Marx and Doug MacDonald, 7 to 10 p.m. 36-200 Date Palm Dr, Cathedral City (760) 202-1111 www.ajsonthegreen.com Ace Hotel & Swim Club DJ Victor Rodriguez, 9 p.m. 701 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs (760) 325-9900 www.acehotel.com/palmsprings La Rue Bistro Entertainment at 6 p.m. 78-015 Main Street, La Quinta (760) 296-3420 www.laruewinebar.com La Quinta Brewing Company Caxton at 8 p.m. 78-065 Main St., La Quinta (760) 972-4251 www.laquintabrewing.com Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill Evaro Brothers from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. 265 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 320-8041 www.sammygsrestaurant.com Shanghai Reds Bar & Grill Smooth Brothers, 7 p.m. to closing 235 S. Indian Canyon Dr., Palm Springs (760) 322-9293 www.fishermans.com

FRIDAY - 9/23 AJ’s on the Green Siobhan! from 7 to 10 p.m. 36-200 Date Palm Dr, Cathedral City (760) 202-1111 www.ajsonthegreen.com Ace Hotel & Swim Club The Sleep Over, 9 p.m. 701 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs (760) 325-9900 www.acehotel.com/palmsprings Fisherman’s Market & Grill The Carmens, 7 p.m. to closing 78575 Highway 111, La Quinta (760) 777-1601 www.fishermans.com The Fisherman’s Grotto Live music from 4 to 7 p.m. 44250 Town Center Way, Palm Desert (760) 776-6534 www.fishermans.com Indian Wells Resort Hotel Entertainment, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. 76-661 Highway 111, Indian Wells (760) 345-6466 www.indianwellsresort.com La Rue Bistro Slim Man at 6 p.m. 78-015 Main Street, La Quinta (760) 296-3420 www.laruewinebar.com Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill The Evaro Brothers from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. 265 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 320-8041 www.sammygsrestaurant.com

Trilussa Italian Restaurant Julius & Sylvia from 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. 68-718 Highway 111, Cathedral City (760) 328-2300 www.trilussarestaurant.com

Shanghai Reds Bar & Grill Barry Baughn Blues Band at 8 p.m. 235 S. Indian Canyon Dr., Palm Springs (760) 322-9293 www.fishermans.com

Woody’s Palm House Yve Evans at 6 p.m. 450 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 778-3520 www.palmhousepalmsprings.com

Spotlight 29 Casino DJ Chase Martinez at Groove, 7 p.m. 46200 Harrison Place, Coachella (760) 775-5566 www.Spotlight29.com

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The Evaro Brothers performing at Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill Trilussa Italian Restaurant Julius and Sylvia from 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. 68-718 Highway 111, Cathedral City (760) 328-2300 www.trilussarestaurant.com Woody’s Palm House Rose Mallett at 6:30 p.m. 450 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 778-3520 www.palmhousepalmsprings.com

SATURDAY - 9/24 AJ’s on the Green Cabaret Open Mic with Les Michaels and Wayne Abravanel, 7:30 to 10 p.m. 36-200 Date Palm Dr, Cathedral City (760) 202-1111 www.ajsonthegreen.com

Ace Hotel & Swim Club DJ Day, 9 p.m. The Sleep-Over, 12 p.m. 701 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs (760) 325-9900 www.acehotel.com/palmsprings Fisherman’s Market & Grill The Carmens, 7 p.m. to closing 78575 Highway 111, La Quinta (760) 777-1601 www.fishermans.com The Fisherman’s Grotto Live music from 4 to 7 p.m. 44250 Town Center Way, Palm Desert (760) 776-6534 www.fishermans.com

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nightlife SATURDAY - 9/24

MONDAY - 9/26

Indian Wells Resort Hotel Rich Bono & Pouppe Boccaccio, 6:30 p.m. 76-661 Highway 111, Indian Wells (760) 345-6466 www.indianwellsresort.com

AJ’s on the Green Bill Marx from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. 36-200 Date Palm Dr, Cathedral City (760) 202-1111 www.ajsonthegreen.com

La Rue Bistro Entertainment at 6 p.m. 78-015 Main Street, La Quinta (760) 296-3420 www.laruewinebar.com

Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill Randy Seymon from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. 265 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 320-8041 www.sammygsrestaurant.com

Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill Evaro Brothers from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. 265 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 320-8041 www.sammygsrestaurant.com

Woody’s Palm House Barney Mcclure at 6 p.m. 450 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 778-3520 www.palmhousepalmsprings.com

Shanghai Reds Bar & Grill Barry Baughn Blues Band at 8 p.m. 235 S. Indian Canyon Dr., Palm Springs (760) 322-9293 www.fishermans.com

TUESDAY - 9/27

Spotlight 29 Casino DJ at the Blue Bar, 8 p.m. 46200 Harrison Place, Coachella. (760) 775-5566 www.Spotlight29.com Trilussa Italian Restaurant Julius & Sylvia from 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. 68-718 Highway 111, Cathedral City (760) 328-2300 www.trilussarestaurant.com Woody’s Palm House Stanley Butler Band at 6:30 p.m. 450 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 778-3520 www.palmhousepalmsprings.com

SUNDAY - 9/25 Ace Hotel & Swim Club Skemaddox+Justin Cornwall at 11 a.m. DJ Howir Pyro, 9 p.m. 701 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs (760) 325-9900 www.acehotel.com/palmsprings Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill Eddie Gee in the lounge from 6 to 10 p.m. 265 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 320-8041 www.sammygsrestaurant.com Woody’s Palm House Smooth Brothers at 6 p.m. 450 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 778-3520 www.palmhousepalmsprings.com

La Quinta Brewing Company Trivia Night at 7 p.m. 78-065 Main St., La Quinta (760) 972-4251 www.laquintabrewing.com Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill Randy Seymon from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. 265 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 320-8041 www.sammygsrestaurant.com Woody’s Palm House John Bolivar at 6 p.m. 450 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 778-3520 www.palmhousepalmsprings.com

WEDNESDAY - 9/28 AJ’s on the Green Doug MacDonald Trio, 7 to 10 p.m. 36-200 Date Palm Dr, Cathedral City (760) 202-1111 www.ajsonthegreen.com Ace Hotel & Swim Club DJ Night at 9 p.m. 701 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs (760) 325-9900 www.acehotel.com/palmsprings Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill Eddie Gee in the lounge from 6 to 10 p.m. 265 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. (760) 320-8041 www.sammygsrestaurant.com

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nightlife WEDNESDAY - 9/28 Woody’s Palm House Deanna Bogart at 6:30 p.m. 450 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 778-3520 www.palmhousepalmsprings.com

THURSDAY - 9/29 AJ’s on the Green Jazz trio with Francesca Amari, Bill Marx and Doug MacDonald, 7 to 10 p.m. 36-200 Date Palm Dr, Cathedral City (760) 202-1111 www.ajsonthegreen.com La Quinta Brewing Company Right On Right On at 8 p.m. 78-065 Main St., La Quinta (760) 972-4251 www.laquintabrewing.com Trilussa Italian Restaurant Julius & Sylvia from 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. 68-718 Highway 111, Cathedral City (760) 328-2300 www.trilussarestaurant.com Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill Evaro Brothers from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. 265 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 320-8041 www.sammygsrestaurant.com Shanghai Reds Bar & Grill Smooth Brothers, 7 p.m. to closing 235 S. Indian Canyon Dr., Palm Springs (760) 322-9293 www.fishermans.com Woody’s Palm House Yve Evans at 6 p.m. 450 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 778-3520 www.palmhousepalmsprings.com

FRIDAY - 9/30 AJ’s on the Green Sharon Sills, 7 to 10 p.m. 36-200 Date Palm Dr, Cathedral City (760) 202-1111 www.ajsonthegreen.com Ace Hotel & Swim Club The Gloomies, 10 p.m. 701 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs (760) 325-9900 www.acehotel.com/palmsprings

Fisherman’s Market & Grill The Carmens, 7 p.m. to closing 78575 Highway 111, La Quinta (760) 777-1601 www.fishermans.com The Fisherman’s Grotto Live music from 4 to 7 p.m. 44250 Town Center Way, Palm Desert (760) 776-6534 www.fishermans.com Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill The Evaro Brothers from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. 265 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 320-8041 www.sammygsrestaurant.com Shanghai Reds Bar & Grill Barry Baughn Blues Band at 8 p.m. 235 S. Indian Canyon Dr., Palm Springs (760) 322-9293 www.fishermans.com Spotlight 29 Casino DJ Chase Martinez at Groove, 7 p.m. 46200 Harrison Place, Coachella (760) 775-5566 www.Spotlight29.com Trilussa Italian Restaurant Julius and Sylvia from 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. 68-718 Highway 111, Cathedral City (760) 328-2300 www.trilussarestaurant.com Woody’s Palm House Rose Mallett at 6:30 p.m. 450 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 778-3520 www.palmhousepalmsprings.com

SATURDAY - 10/1 AJ’s on the Green Cabaret Open Mic with Les Michaels and Wayne Abravanel, 7:30 to 10 p.m. 36-200 Date Palm Dr, Cathedral City (760) 202-1111 www.ajsonthegreen.com Ace Hotel & Swim Club Dan Digs & Frank Foreal DJ Set, 11 a.m. Narcissus and Echo, 7 p.m. Nina Tarr DJ Set, 10 p.m. 701 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs (760) 325-9900 www.acehotel.com/palmsprings Fisherman’s Market & Grill The Carmens, 7 p.m. to closing 78575 Highway 111, La Quinta (760) 777-1601 www.fishermans.com

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nightlife SATURDAY - 10/1

PALM SPRINGS Ace Hotel & Swim Club, 701 E. Palm Canyon Drive. (760) 325-9900. Happy Hour Tuesday from 3 to 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday 11 p.m. to 1 a.m. Amigo Room. Shanghai Reds Bar & Grill ,235 S. Indian Canyon Dr. (760) 322-9293. Happy Hour: Monday-Friday, 4 to 6 p.m. All day Sunday. 8 p.m. to closing happy hour. Rick’s Desert Grill, 1596 N. Palm Canyon Dr. (760) 325-2127. Daily happy hour, 3-10 p.m. all day Monday. Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill, 265 S. Palm Canyon Drive. (760) 320-8041. Daily happy hour from 4 to 8 p.m. Woody’s Palm House, 450 S. Palm Canyon Drive. (760) 230-0188. Daily happy hour from 4-6 p.m. Las Casulas Terraza, 222 S. Palm Canyon Dr., (760) 325-2794. Monday - Friday happy hour, 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.

LA QUINTA Fisherman’s Market & Grill, 78575 Highway 111. (760) 777-1601. Happy hour: Monday - Friday, 4 to 6 p.m. Late night happy hour 8 p.m. to close. All day Sunday. La Quinta Cliffhouse, 78-250 Highway 111, (760) 3605991, www.laquintacliffhouse.com. Daily happy hour, 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. All day Sunday.

Stuft Pizza Bar & Grill, 78015 Main St Ste 100. (760) 777-9989, www. stuftpizzabarandgrill.com. Daily happy hour from 3 to 6 p.m.

INDIAN WELLS Vineyard Lounge, Miramonte Resort and Spa, 45-000 Indian Wells Lane. (760) 3341-2200. Drink and appetizer specials, Thursday 5-8 p.m. Agave Sunset at Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort & Spa, 44600 Indian Wells Lane. (760) 3411000. Daily happy hour from 4-6 p.m.

PALM DESERT Fresh Agave Mexican Bar and Grill , 73325 Highway 111. (760) 836-9028. Daily, 3-5 p.m.

COACHELLA Spotlight 29 Casino, 46-200 Harrison Place. (760) 775-5566. Happy hour at the Hot Spot inside Spotlight 29 from 2 - 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. to closing.

CATHEDRAL CITY Trilussa Ristorante, 68-718 East Palm Canyon Drive. (760) 328-2300. Daily happy hour from 4 to 7 p.m. Bar area only. AJ’s on the Green, 36-200 Date Palm Drive, inside Date Palm Country Club. (760) 202-111. Happy hour , Monday, Wednesday - Saturday, 2 to 7 p.m., 9 to close in bar and lounge.

MONDAY - 10/3

The Fisherman’s Grotto Live music from 4 to 7 p.m. 44250 Town Center Way, Palm Desert (760) 776-6534 www.fishermans.com

AJ’s on the Green Bill Marx from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. 36-200 Date Palm Dr, Cathedral City (760) 202-1111 www.ajsonthegreen.com

Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill Evaro Brothers from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. 265 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 320-8041 www.sammygsrestaurant.com

Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill Randy Seymon from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. 265 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 320-8041 www.sammygsrestaurant.com

Shanghai Reds Bar & Grill Barry Baughn Blues Band at 8 p.m. 235 S. Indian Canyon Dr., Palm Springs (760) 322-9293 www.fishermans.com

Woody’s Palm House Barney McClure at 6 p.m. 450 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 778-3520 www.palmhousepalmsprings.com

SUNDAY - 10/2 Ace Hotel & Swim Club DJ Jimi Hey, 11 a.m. Daiana Feuer DJ Set, 10 p.m. 701 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs (760) 325-9900 www.acehotel.com/palmsprings Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill Eddie Gee in the lounge from 6 to 10 p.m. 265 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 320-8041 www.sammygsrestaurant.com Woody’s Palm House Smooth Brothers at 6 p.m. 450 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 778-3520 www.palmhousepalmsprings.com

TUESDAY - 10/4 Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill Randy Seymon from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. 265 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 320-8041 www.sammygsrestaurant.com Woody’s Palm House John Bolivar at 6 p.m. 450 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 778-3520 www.palmhousepalmsprings.com

WEDNESDAY - 10/5 AJ’s on the Green Doug MacDonald Trio, 7 to 10 p.m. 36-200 Date Palm Dr, Cathedral City (760) 202-1111 www.ajsonthegreen.com Sammy G’s Tuscan Grill Eddie Gee in the lounge from 6 to 10 p.m. 265 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. (760) 320-8041 www.sammygsrestaurant.com Woody’s Palm House Entertainment at 6:30 p.m. 450 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 778-3520 www.palmhousepalmsprings.com

Venues and entertainers: Please email information at least two weeks in advance to news@desertentertainer.com

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film review

‘Blair Witch’

Young documentarians return to haunted woods

By Neil Pond

itches have been around for centuries, and the “Blair Witch”—well, she’s been on the scene since 1999, when a modestly budgeted little flick called “The Blair Witch Project” became a spectacular $250 million worldwide hit and created an entire genre of “found footage” horror films in its wake. “Found footage” movies came to follow a certain format: Someone documents something unsettling with a video camera then mysteriously vanishes, leaving their baffling “footage” behind for someone else to discover—and decipher. The footage can shape the entire movie, or—as in the original “Blair Witch Project”—be the movie. In this latest “Blair Witch” spawn, nearly 18 years later, another group of attrac-

Blair Witch

Starring James Allen McCune and Callie Hernandez Directed by Adam Wingard Rated: R Theaters: UltraStar Mary Pickford, Regal Cinemas Rancho Mirage Stadium 16, Regal Cinemas Indio Metro 8, Palm Desert 10 Cinemas, Regal Palm Springs Stadium 9, and Century Theatres La Quinta.

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tive young people ventures into the same haunted woods in Maryland that claimed the original movie’s victims. Apparently, they’ve seen the “footage,” if not the original film. James (James Allen McCune) is looking for clues to the disappearance of his big sister, who never came back from that fateful trip. He brings along three of his friends, one of whom (Callie Hernandez) is working on a student-documentary project for her college class—so she rigs everyone with every kind of recording gizmo conceivable. The group picks up another pair, a rather odd young couple (Wes Robinson and Valorie Curry) who found the original footage and posted it online. They claim they can be their guides into the Black Hills Woods—a place steeped in legends of a 17th century witch lynching, a cursed town and modern serial-killer madness. In addition to “traditional” hand-held cameras, everyone has mini-cams that clip to their ears. They also carry portable units that can be mounted on branches, heads or sticks, and there’s even a drone that lets them see what’s going on from high above. The result is that everything gets recorded—and I mean everything. We see the group drinking in the bar the night before they leave, eating weenies around a campfire, crawling into their tents to sleep. We get to watch as one pees on a tree. On the upside, all the cameras “explain” why, and how, we’re seeing what

we see; this is this movie’s “found footage.” And when the scares start to roll in and ramp up, all the different shots—the jumpy, jerky cuts between cameras, the glitches and bleeps as audio and video signals cut in and out—add to the sense of extreme disorientation, especially when things get all weird and time-warpy. But the gotchas aren’t anything novel, particularly frightful or ghastly, or anything you haven’t seen before; they just come via new gadgetry. Important takeaways: Don’t get too attached to any of the characters. Beware, as always, of the “stick men,” the Blair Witch’s handmade calling cards. Don’t go wandering off at night by yourself. Take proper care of all puncture and slash

wounds, lest something hideously creepy happen to them. Keep hands and fingers away from the whirring blades of drones lodged in the tops of tall trees. In eerie, deserted houses in the middle of haunted forests, for God’s sake, stay out of attics and basements. And never look directly at the Blair Witch: “No one’s ever seen her and lived to talk about it,” warns one character. That may indeed be true. But after seeing how upset she particularly seems to be at this group of kids invading her ancient dark space with their arsenal of high-tech recording devices, I’m wondering if the grumpy ol’ gal just simply isn’t in the mood to be photographed and uploaded to Facebook, Instagram, YouTube or anything else. She doesn’t strike me as the social media type.

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