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The 5th Anniversary Santa Paws 5K Gets Tails Waggin’
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urn off the holiday meals—before you consume them. And for a good cause to boot.
Expect to witness about 700 costume-clad Santas and Elves on a stunning course through the fabulous Las Palmas neighborhood of Palm Springs. Take One of the area’s most beloved note: each participant receives annual events returns with a five-piece Santa suit, which vigor. The Palm Springs Mara- can be worn during the event. thon Runners invites locals and Best of all, the costume can be visitors to join in the fun for its kept. (And maybe used again for 5th Anniversary Santa Paws 5K. next year.) That includes a jackPresented by The Palm Springs et, pants, belt, hat and beard. Lions Club, this dog-loving fun In addition, participants also run/walk benefits the revered receive a holiday tech T-shirt, Guide Dogs of the Desert. The memorable finisher medal with event takes place Dec. 17. sublimated ribbon, finisher
and posed photo downloads. It would not be complete without milk and cookies at the finish line. All funds raised benefit Guide Dogs of the Desert, itself a powerful entity in the Valley. Most recently locals helped make it possible for 30 new graduate guide dog teams to begin a more independent life together. Interesting to note is the far reach of the organization across the United States, and the impact has been felt in terms of
providing safely guiding and giving mobility. Meanwhile, The Palm Springs Marathon Runners have been bringing races to Palm Springs for the past decade. All of its races support charities and provide their participants with state-of-theart T-shirts, awards, and other notables. The event takes place 9-11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 17 at American Legion, 400 N. Belardo, Palm Springs. Call 760-413-6508 or visit runpalmsprings.com.
The Holiday Survival Guide You’ve Been Waiting For As the classic song goes, the holidays really are “the most wonderful time of the year.” Between the cozy scent and warmth of the fireplace, festive holiday parties and catching up with loved ones—the merriment of the season is endless. Preparing for the holidays, however, can be a different story. From crowded malls to impressing houseguests, this holiday survival guide can help you get more out of the season while maneuvering the process with impressive ease. Master the Mall. Don’t let the fear of large crowds, retail prices and packed stores stop you from completing your holiday shopping list. If you want to avoid long lines, try visiting the mall when it first opens in the morning and plan which stores to visit first. However, if you are only available during prime shopping hours, the holiday lights and decorations can make the trek to the mall worth your time.
Go Digital. Embrace technology as your shopping companion and download an app to uncover unbeatable sales to ensure you please your little elves without breaking the bank. Beyond shopping apps, download others that are great on-the-go, like the Clorox myStain App, which shows you how to tackle stains – at home or while out and about – so you can keep your festive clothing as bright as the holiday itself. Prepare for Anything. Every savvy holiday host knows to expect the unexpected. Plan a few activities for outof-town guests so your house never feels too cramped. Create a master schedule of everyone’s travel plans so you always know who will be home at any given time. Make a list of what you want your main holiday meal to look like, and give yourself extra time to prep and adjust ahead of time if
anyone requires special accommodations. By making sure all of your ducks are in a row before the festivities begin, you will be able to get the most out of the holidays with minimal stress. Don’t Stress the Mess. Holiday parties are a great occasion to break out a vibrant red lipstick or festive cocktail, but can also lead to smudges and spills on your clothes. Holiday stains know no bounds, but with Clorox 2 Stain Remover & Color Booster, holiday messes are no match. When paired with your favorite detergent, you can pretreat to remove four times more stains than using detergent alone. These four simple steps can help you accomplish everything on your list so you can enjoy a stress and stain-free holiday season. For more tips and tricks to get more out of the holidays, visit clorox.com.
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Gelson’s Rancho Mirage hosts memorable holiday Event Marking its first holiday season under the Gelson’s name, the company’s new Rancho Mirage store will host a special event Sunday, Dec. 18.
Additionally, there will also be a variety of special holiday foods and drinks as well as a multi-prize raffle—customers need not be present to win.
The thing that may make this holiday event memorable, however, is that it will feature Charlie Chaplin impersonator Audrey Ruttan, who will guide shoppers through the store. Add the musical stylings of concert pianist Scott Beaty and harpist Lynn Lookwood to the mix and this screams: fun outing. Did we mention that there’s a prize wheel from Spa Resort Casino, which patrons can spin to win prizes and redeem at the resort?
Its first Coachella Valley-area store, located at 36101 Bob Hope Drive, Gelson’s Rancho Mirage originally opened at the beginning of the year. Gelson’s purchased the store and seven other Southern California locations from Haggen after it filed for bankruptcy in late 2015. The Rancho Mirage store will be further remodeled in 2017. The event takes place from 2-5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 18. For more information about Gelson’s, please visit gelsons.com.
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Thought-provoking Film to be Screened at Palm Springs Library’s Learning Center The subjects of “Before You Know It” are no ordinary senior citizens. They are go-go booted bar-hoppers, love struck activists, troublemaking baton twirlers, late night Internet cruisers, seasoned renegades and bold adventurers. That’s enough to turn heads and, perhaps, lure in some of the area’s 55+ crowd. But the subjects of the thought-provoking film by PJ Raval also happen to be among the estimated 2.4 million lesbian, gay and bisexual Americans over the age of 55 in the United States, many of whom face heightened levels of discrimination, neglect and exclusion. The film screens at 6:30 p.m.Wednesday, Dec. 21 at The Learning Center. Raval’s follows a cross-dressing loner, a flamboyant owner of a gay bar and a gay rights activist and their different approaches to living out their retirement years.
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But “Before You Know It” is not a film about cold statistics and gloomy realities, it’s a film about generational trailblazers who have surmounted prejudice and defied expectation to form communities of strength, renewal and camaraderie—whether these communities be affable senior living facilities, lively activist enclaves or wacky queer bars brimming with glittered trinkets and colorful drag queens.
these men have witnessed unbelievable change in their lifetimes: from the Stonewall Riots and gay liberation to the HIV/AIDS pandemic and Queer Nation to gay marriage and Lady Gaga. They have lived to become part of an unprecedented “out” elder generation.
“Before You Know It” focuses on the lives of these three vibrant seniors, and reminds us that while LGBT elders face a specific set of issues, aging and its challenges are universal. “Before You Know It” screens at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 21 at The Learning Center
Take note: Dennis is a gentle-hearted widower in his 70s who begins exploring his sexual identity and fondness for dressing in women’s clothing under the name “Dee. Meanwhile Ty is an impassioned LGBT activist who hears nothing but wedding bells once gay marriage passes in New York. And then there is Robert, “The Mouth,” a feisty bar owner who presses on when his neighborhood institution comes under threat. Born before the Civil Rights era,
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Plan early, ring in 2017 at The Living Desert’s ‘Mildly Wild Celebration’ It’s just a few weeks away, which makes planning for it all the more important. We’re talking about 2017, that is. Perhaps ringing in the new year with a roar at The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens’ inaugural “Mildly Wild New Year’s Eve Party” is something to place on top of your new year’s plans. The popular event, perfect for the entire family, unfolds from 5-10 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 31 in the Palm Garden of The Living Desert. The celebration includes a scrumptious surf and turf dinner followed by live entertainment and dancing. Guests will experience all of the fun and excitement of New Year’s Eve earlier, as The Living Desert will offer a complimentary champagne toast when the ball drops on the East coast at 9 p.m. The evening also features animal encounters and a special performance of the big band sounds of Dave Damiani and The No Vacancy Orchestra playing the styles of Frank Sinatra, Count Basie, Jamie Cullum, among other fa-
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vorites. Based in Los Angeles, Damiani and his professional orchestra can be found playing in major venues across the country. “We are excited to offer members and guests a fun, entertaining and exciting place to celebrate New Year’s Eve,” says Allen Monroe, President/CEO of The Living Desert. “The Palm Garden is a beautiful setting to enjoy to great food, music, dancing and ring in the new year along with New York.” In honor of Year of the Cheetah, the zoo’s year-long effort to raise awareness and funds for the endangered animals, attendees are encouraged to wear their best cheetah print outfit. Tickets for the “Mildly Wild New Year’s Eve Party” are $125 per person and can be purchased online at: Livingdesert.org/ event/mildly-wild-new-years-eve. For more information call (760) 346-5694. Ticket admission includes: champagne toast (21+), one complimentary drink ticket, dinner, and dancing.
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Memorable Stocking Stuffers and Unique Takes on Gift-giving During a Festive Season Millions of people visit Greater Palm Springs and take a part of the oasis back home with them. It’s not hard to do—the area is chock full of memorable gifts unique to the destination, all of which make the perfect stocking stuffers for the holidays. But not just for visitors. From edible treats to giraffes (yes, giraffes!), here’s a list of special souvenirs that can add zest to your gift-giving this year. Wild Gifts for Nature Lovers / Palm Desert Palm Desert For the ultimate stocking stuffer, give the gift of a giraffe, mountain lion or any number of desert animals from The Living Desert, Palm Desert’s number one attraction. The amazing zoo and botanical gardens is home to 450 wild animals, shows and exhibits. Animal adoption is a one-of-akind gift, and with a minimum $50 adoption donation, visitors will receive a stuffed animal that will snugly fits into any stocking. Visit the livingdesert.org Homemade Body Polish / Rancho Mirage Greater Palm Springs is a pampering destination where visitors truly decompress at the dozens of spas rooted in place. The custom-made body butters and scrubs are blended using oils inspired by indigenous ingredi-
ents like prickly pear and desert jojoba, then jarred up for the perfect gift. Visit ritzcarlton.com Delicious Dates / Indio One of the most visited attractions in the oasis, Shield’s Date Farm has been producing its legendary Medjool dates since 1924. The historic landmark grows these highly sought after, California dates without fertilizers or pesticides, and the farm has become a hot spot for casual lunches. It’s sacrilege to leave the farm without a gift box of their rich and creamy Super Jumbo Royal Medjool dates, which make the perfect treats over the holidays. Visit shieldsdatefarm.com Retro Candles / Palm Springs Palm Springs is famous for its midcentury modern architecture and design, and it’s not uncommon for visitors to become so obsessed they want more than a photograph of a landmark building. Most retro enthusiasts make a beeline downtown, where shops overflow with midcentury themed design shops. A favorite boutique stop is the Christopher Kennedy Studio & Showroom, where the designer’s famed interior decor is on full display. Locals love Kennedy’s candles, known for their oh-so-Palm Springs design. Visit christopherkennedy.com
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Diversify With Your Gift Giving critical times of the year, by donating time, money or material items you may reap positive benefits of your own, such as feeling better about yourself, instilling generosity and a sense of giving in your children or family members, or finding a cause that truly inspires you. These tips can help you find a meaningful way to give this holiday season.
With the season of giving in full swing, try turning your attention away from gift-giving in the traditional sense and instead focus on a whole different kind of giving. Charitable giving comes in many forms, and there are numerous causes in nearly every community that accept donations of more than just money. In addition to giving back to those in need during one of the most
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Give Money Vivid red kettles and the tinkling of jingle bells are icons of the holiday season. The kettles, which are found outside retail locations throughout communities nationwide and are staffed by both volunteer and paid bell ringers, are part of The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign, one of the country’s oldest and largest charitable campaigns. Donations to The Salvation Army stay in the local community where the donation is made, and you can feel extra good about how your money is used within the organization; 82 cents of every dollar is used to support social services that fight hunger, provide shelter and en-
sure Christmas assistance for families in 5,000 communities nationwide. Give Time During the holiday season and all year long, non-profit organizations thrive on the contributions of volunteers. If you have a special skill or service, check to see if the organization you favor could benefit from your expertise. Many other agencies offer ongoing training so you can easily learn what you need to know to contribute. Remember that the holiday season brings a spike in volunteering each year, so making a pledge to continue giving your time after the holidays have passed (and your schedule is less hectic) is truly the gift that keeps on giving. Give Food Hunger is a problem that numerous non-profit groups work to answer year-round, but the holiday season is a time when that need is pronounced. Giving non-perishable food items or donating money toward an organization that supplies food to those in need are important gestures. A hearty
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holiday meal is a special blessing for families of all sizes and circumstances, and a relatively meager donation can make a big difference for numerous families in need. Give Items You may not realize it, but there is actually value to the unwanted items you have laying around. Items like automobiles, furniture, household goods and clothing can be donated and converted into cash to benefit charities. Larger items can be picked up at the curb and are often sold at auction with the proceeds going back to the charitable organization. Smaller items may go directly to retail facilities, such as thrift stores, where sales also go to benefit the charity. Some organizations also allow you to provide new toys and gifts for kids in need specifically during the holidays like The Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program. Find more ways to give back this holiday season and throughout the year at redkettlereason.org.
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Dance, Dance, Dance Local celebs brighten ‘Dancing With The Desert Stars’ Eight local celebrities will compete in the 2016 Dancing Desert Stars at the Palm Springs Convention Center on Saturday, Dec. 17. The celebrities are busy training with their professional dance partners so they can dazzle the audience in this highly anticipated event that brings cheering fans together while benefiting Desert AIDS project. ”We always look for ways to raise the bar and fans and friends of the celebrities will not be disappointed,” notes Dave Morgan, president of Reaction Productions, who created the fundraising event for Desert AIDS Project in 2011. “Mayor Rob Moon has been secretly training for months and really wants to win, but his got some strong competition.” The audience chooses their “Fan Favorite”—via audience donations—so we never know if the judges and the audience will choose the same contestant.” This year’s event will also add some holiday surprises to the night to ring in the season. Eight competitors (four women and four men) will each dance
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twice during the event with their respective professional dance partners. This year’s line-up includes: Alexandra Pierce, reporter/ weekend anchor KESQ/Local Channel 2. Jill Glover, Director of Mental Health, The LGBT Community Center of the Desert. Erin Scott, Manager of Marketing & Public relations at The Living Desert. Rebecca Webb, Practice and Billing Manager at Desert AIDS project. Mayor Robert Moon, City of Palm Springs. Christopher Kennedy, Christopher Kennedy Home Furnishings & Interior Design. Rick Manzano, Owner of Creative Take Medical. Dr. Naren Chandrashekar, Partner, Coachella Valley Nephrology & Kidney Institute of the Desert.
says Ron Willison, Resource Development Events Manager at Desert AIDS Project. “This event benefits client Services at Desert AIDS Project and it’s a fun way for the community to get together for an evening of entertainment” That’s where you come in. The community is invited to join the fun at the P alm Springs Convention Center, beginning with cocktails at 6 p.m. while local celebrities warm-up for the competition at 7:30 p.m. VIP tickets are available for $150 – or $1,500 for a table of ten. Preferred tickets/tables are available for $100/$1,000 and general admission seating is $40/$400. Purchse tickets at desertaidsproject.org/event-view/dancing-withthe-desert-stars/ or by calling 760992-0445. Hats off to Desert AIDS Project (DAP), which continues
to serve the community with primary and HIV-specialty services, including medical care, case management, and social services, including food, housing, and counseling. DAP also provides HIV prevention education and free and confidential HIV testing at dozens of community test sites and events through its Get Tested Coachella Valley campaign. They also offer The DOCK, a sexual health clinic, whose services include STD testing and treatment; PEP & PrEP education and referral to treatment; free and confidential HIV testing; and well woman exams. With new advances in treatment, improved access to care through health reform and new prevention technology, including preexposure prophylaxis (PrEP), DAP remains committed to bringing the HIV epidemic to an end. Learn more at desertaidsproject.org or thedockclinic.org.
“Every year, fans of the dancers make signs and bring noise makers to cheer on their favorite dancer”
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The holiday season brings friends and family from far and wide, and that often means you’ll be rolling out the welcome mat to guests who drop by unexpectedly. Whether you encounter a surprise visit or well-intentioned plans get shifted in the hustle and bustle of the season, make-ahead dishes will let you go with the flow and have fuss-free snacks and meals on hand, ready to serve your loved ones no matter when they arrive. Ease your mind one step further and ensure each recipe comes out perfectly by using the right equipment during preparation. For example, Anolon Gourmet Cookware is designed for superior performance, lasting durability that stands up to rigorous kitchen use and easy maintenance. With sturdy ergonomic handles for lifting and leverage, the equipment is both comfortable to hold and aesthetically pleasing. Explore more pots, pans and cookware options from Anolon Gourmet Cookware at anolon.com to make it easy to welcome unexpected guests this holiday season. Sausage, Cheddar dough Strata
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1/2 teaspoon dried basil 1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced butter Anolon Vesta 9-by-13-inch Baking Dish 1
sourdough baguette (12 ounces), cut into 1/2-inch slices
4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded 8 large eggs 2 cups milk 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Heat skillet over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until no longer pink, 7-8 minutes, breaking into smaller pieces with wooden spoon. Transfer to bowl with slotted spoon. Add oil to skillet; stir in onion, garlic, thyme and basil: cook 2 minutes. Add bell pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 5-6 minutes; remove from heat. Butter baking dish. Place single layer of bread on bottom; top evenly with onion mixture and sprinkle with sausage and cheese. Top with remaining bread slices. Whisk together eggs, milk, salt and pepper until well combined. Slowly pour mixture over top layer of bread. Cover with plastic wrap and place heavy objects (e.g., canned food) on top to weigh it down. Refrigerate at least 2 hours, or up to overnight. Heat oven to 350 F. Remove baking dish from refrigerator and uncover. Bake until strata is puffed and browned, and eggs are set, about 40-50 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool 5 minutes before cutting into serving pieces.
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Jumpstart on Health at Mizell Senior Center Most people pen in Jan. 1 or 2 as the best times to begin a new health regime, but there’s nothing wrong with getting a jumpstart on good health before New Year’s. Mizell Senior Center continues the progress it has made over the years offering diverse classes and forums for seniors in the area. Some of it’s ongoing health-related classes are worth noting. Beginning Tai Chi for Health: Yang Family Long Form 108 & Qigong Organ Exercises This class will teach the Yang Family Long Form 108 along with Qigong organ exercises. It will begin with learning standing postures, breath control and breath control in movement. It will also include Tai Chi walking and preparation for the organ exercises. There is no competition in this class.; all movement will be modified to suit your current
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abilities and/or limitations. This exercise will help to improve those with arthritic conditions that currently are causing less mobility and less activity. Other benefits are improved balance, improved circulation, the lowering of blood pressure, increased flexibility and enhanced breathing. This is also a great program for relaxing the mind in preparation for meditation as the form itself is a moving meditation. Taught by Neal Arida.
ing choreographed body movements. Learn to enhance vitality, improve overall health and reverse aging through Qigong (Chi Kung). Among its many health benefits are lowering of blood pressure, improved circulation, better balance, flexibility, enhanced breathing, clearing the mind, and lifting of the spirit. Taught by Neal Arida.
3-4 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. $35 a month for members, $65 for nonmembers. Drop-in fee: $10 per class for members, $15 for non-members.
Mizell Senior Center is located at 480 S. Sunrise Way, Palm Springs. For more information, call 760-323-5689 or visit mizell.org.
2-3 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. $35 a month for members, $65 for nonmembers. Drop-in fee: $10 per class for members, $15 for non-members. Intermediate & Advanced Tai Chi for Health Take the challenge of learning and practicing these ancient Chinese arts of self-defense and health restoration by combining breath control with rhythmic, slow mov-
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HOROSCOPE DECEMBER 15 - 21 ARIES (Mar. 21 – Apr. 19) Progress lags on some projects at home. Time to stop and regroup, Aries. You may need to reprioritize tasks. A colleague comes through.
LIBRA (Sept. 23 – Oct. 22) Just say it, Libra. You’ve been holding your peace for far too long. Share your wisdom with others, and the changes you seek will occur. A report is due.
TAURUS (Apr. 20 – May 20) Life is a feast for the eyes this week, Taurus. Everywhere you turn there is something new to buy. Money is not nearly as plentiful, so spend carefully.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21) A move is on the horizon. Make sure you’re ready, Scorpio. You do not want to get left behind. The gag order is lifted at work. Let it out.
GEMINI (May 21 – June 21) Travel is on the agenda, Gemini. Short trip or long, you will have fun, if you let yourself. A career move is in the works. Someone has their eye on you.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 – Dec. 21) Gifts get the home fires brewing. Plan a night out, Sagittarius. You deserve it. A conversation gets heavy. Don’t run away. There is much to learn.
CANCER (June 22 – July 22) In a fix, Cancer? No problem. A little elf has the answer. An outline is a big step in the right direction at work. You will soon see where all of the holes are.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 – Jan. 19) An old pal drops by with some news. Receive it with care, Capricorn. Don’t let your face reveal what you are really thinking. A challenge is made.
LEO (July 23 – Aug. 22) Feel like you are taking on more than you can handle, Leo? That’s because you are. You can’t bow out. You can look for some helpers, however.
AQUARIUS ( Jan. 20 – Feb. 18) Dreams grow with the arrival of fresh faces. Set some goals now and create a plan of action, else you may never see anything come to fruition, Aquarius.
VIRGO (Aug. 23 – Sept. 22) It’s water under the bridge, or is it, Virgo? Some people have been known to carry grudges. A group activity gets off to a great start with an icebreaker.
PISCES (Feb. 19 – Mar.20) Feeling merry, Pisces? If not, you’re about to as a blast from the past comes rolling into town. Enjoy the walk down memory lane. A memo validates a theory.
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“PAIRS” Across 1 ___ Flynn Boyle 5 Appliance wire 9 Fan part 14 Come from ___ 15 Field of study 16 One with no friends 17 Components in a store building 20 Boy in the family 21 Mom’s sister 22 YA reader 23 Duff 24 “Say ___” 25 Unmask 28 It’s in a jamb 29 Laudatory lines 32 “You beat me” 33 Zippo 34 Guest editorial 35 Spending very little money 38 Command to Fido 39 “___ & Allies” 40 Parson’s home 41 Sushi fish 42 Lines of verse 43 Indian dresses 44 Nerve
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Not Retired—Yet New platform offers ‘retired’ professionals options to find part-time gigs on their own time
Quality of life continues to be a running theme in conversations that revolve around people 65 and over. Especially intrepid individuals who don’t consider the age of 65 to have to be the age of “retirement.” That’s where Southern California-based technology entrepreneur Deoné Sulgatti comes in. Sulgatti introdcued a new technology plat-
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form that is generating buzz because it allows retired professionals to find part-time job opportunities in their city. More than 50 different job industries are available ranging from childcare to CPA consulting, and many more.
matched with available job opportunities in their city. Each member will have the opportunity to select their area of expertise, availability, and rates. Tengia’s official iPhone and Android app is set to debut early 2017.
Founded in July of 2016, the company’s mission is to create jobs and purpose for the vast majority of retired individuals throughout the United States who wish to continue working by matching them with skill based opportunities.
“Ever since the skyrocketing number of forty million plus Baby Boomers have officially become seniors, the United States faces an increasing graying population, many of whom are retired or out of work,” says Sulgatti. “I was compelled to create Tengia to offer a way for recently retired individuals to find something meaningful to do in their retirement, generate job growth for the economy, and even supplement their fixed income.”
Retired professionals and prospective employers can register online at Tengia.com. Tengia’s unique technology focuses on flexible employment opportunities at competing rates. Once registrants upload their expertise of professional experience and create a profile on the website portal, they are
Sulgatti is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Tengia, where she oversees the company’s vision
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and growth strategies. Previously, Deoné held marketing positions at several leading businesses including AMI Paperless, Employment Research Institute and The Dreslyn, where she developed and refined her digital marketing and design, content strategy and sales acumen. She also serves as the Director of Business Development for The Code Solution, a prestigious Los Angeles-based real estate development firm, where she has elevated its national reputation with her talents in account management, acquisitions, feasibility, land use, sales and marketing. Tengia has long believed that America’s 65-plus community should be given more than just senior discounts or “over the hill” novelties. Learn more at tengia.com.
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This Week in History December 15, 2001 Italy’s Leaning Tower of Pisa reopens after a team of experts spent 11 years and $27 million to fortify the tower without eliminating its famous lean. December 16, 1773 In Boston Harbor, a group of Massachusetts colonists disguised as Mohawk Indians board three British tea ships and dump 342 chests of tea into the harbor. December 17, 1903 Near Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, Orville and Wilbur Wright make the first successful flight in history of a self-propelled, heavier-than-air aircraft. Orville piloted the gasolinepowered, propeller-driven biplane, which stayed aloft for 12 seconds and covered 120 feet on its inaugural flight. December 18, 1620 The British ship Mayflower docked at modern-day Plymouth, Massachusetts, and its passengers prepared to begin their new settlement, Plymouth Colony. December 19, 1998 After nearly 14 hours of debate, the
House of Representatives approves two articles of impeachment against President Bill Clinton, charging him with lying under oath to a federal grand jury and obstructing justice. Clinton, the second president in American history to be impeached, vowed to finish his term. December 20, 1957 While spending the Christmas holidays at Graceland, his newly purchased Tennessee mansion, rockand-roll star Elvis Presley receives his draft notice for the United States Army. Dcecember 21, 1988 Pan Am Flight 103 from London to New York explodes in midair over Lockerbie, Scotland, killing all 243 passengers and 16 crew members aboard, as well as 11 Lockerbie residents on the ground. A bomb hidden inside an audio cassette player detonated in the cargo area when the plane was at an altitude of 31,000 feet. The disaster, which became the subject of Britain’s largest criminal investigation, was believed to be an attack against the United States. One hundred eighty nine of the victims were American.
Ken Dahleen and the Big Band Staff Brighten Rancho Mirage Public Library Cole Porter never fails to inspire. The same can be said for Rancho Mirage Public Library, whose ongoing community events always seem to rally locals together. The season may be packed with activities, however “Ken Dahleen and the Big Band Staff’s Tribute to Cole Porter” should be place atop your must-experience list. The event takes place Wednesday, Dec. 21. Many a familiar melody or popular show tine are the work of prolific composer and songwriter Cole Porter. Ken Dahleen’s Big Band Staff celebrates the musical legacy of Peru, Indiana’s favorite son who became the toast of Broadway and cafe so-
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ciety. Porter provided a vast array of songs for Ken and his Big Band to choose from: “Anything Goes,” “Love for Sale,” “From This Moment On,” “What is This Thing Called Love,” “Night and Day,” “Just One of Those Things,” and “I Get a Kick Out of You” to name but a few. Fall in love with Cole Porter all over again.
The event takes place from 4-5 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 21 at Rancho Mirage Public Library, 71100 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage. For more information, call 760-341-7323 or visit ranchomiragelibrary.org.
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760.218.9417 - Gloria
ROYAL PALMS 2000 Champion 3bed/2bath 24x40 Valulted ceilings, spacious eat in kitchen. Deck with mountain views. 2 sheds, extra large yard. Includes all appliances, furniture.
$52,000
Immediate possession. Serial 0900220011973A/B Updated 1979 2bed/2bath 24x40. Great corner lot with exceptional view. Spacious kitchen with lots of storage, laundry/craft area. Good size bedrooms. Tandem parking, new a/c, low maintenance yard. Ready to move in now!
$39,900
Serial A5SC1760A/B
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