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Water Wars
Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals rules that Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians has rights to groundwater
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he U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit upheld a 2015 lower court decision that the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians has a right to groundwater in the Coachella Valley—a right that the federal government set aside for the Tribe when it created its Reservation in the late 1870s. “The Ninth Circuit’s decision today validates the Tribe’s work to protect and preserve the Coachella Valley’s most important natural resource,” says Tribal Chairman Jeff L. Grubbe. “This is another critical step toward how water will be responsibly managed in the future.” The three-judge panel affirmed the lower federal District Court’s
partial summary judgement in favor of the Agua Caliente Tribe and against the Desert Water Agency and the Coachella Valley Water District in the first phase of a lawsuit over the Tribe’s water rights. “Because the United States intended to reserve water when it established a home for the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, we hold that the district court did not err in determining that the government reserved appurtenant water sources – including groundwater – when it created the tribe’s reservation in the Coachella Valley,” the opinion states. This most recent ruling affirms what Agua Caliente has sought from the water districts for over 20 years,
which is recognition of its legitimate ownership interest in groundwater in the Coachella Valley and its interest in responsible management of the aquifer’s condition. Groundwater in the Coachella Valley aquifer is currently managed by local water districts, including Desert Water Agency and Coachella Valley Water District. For years, the rate of the water drawn from the aquifer has depleted natural levels, which is known as “overdrafting” of the aquifer. In addition, the rate of use has meant that the natural replenishment cycle has not been able to return enough water to match historic water levels. In turn, water districts began importing low-quality
water from the Colorado River to replenish the water levels in the aquifer. Instead of pre-treating this water, the water districts put the water, as is, into the aquifer, which has significantly degraded the quality of the natural groundwater. “These practices are not acceptable for long-term health and viability of the Coachella Valley water supply,” Chairman Grubbe says. “We called out this detrimental practice and brought it to the attention of the water districts over and over for years but were repeatedly ignored.” For more information about the Tribe, visit aguacaliente-nsn.gov.
Out and About March 16-19: BNP Paribas Open. Largest combined ATP World Tour Masters 1000 and WTA Premier professional tennis tournament in the world. Futuring top men and women pro players competing in a 96 singles draw and 32 doubles draw. Indian Wells Tennis Garden, 78200 Miles Avenue, Indian Wells. 800999-1585, bnpparibasopen.com. Spectrum Indian Wells. Featuring an international slate of artists and galleries. Renaissance Indian Wells Resort & Spa, 44400 Indian Wells Lane, Indian Wells. spectrum-indianwells.com. March 18: Martina McBride. 8 p.m. Multiple Grammy nominated country singer brings “Love Unleashed” tour to Spotlight 29 Casino, 46200 Harrison Place, Coachella. 760-775-5566, spotlight29.com. Pete Carlson’s Jazz for Jazz Lovers
Series. 7 p.m. The Bill Cunliffe Latin Ensemble. Pete Carlson’s Golf & Tennis, 73741 Highway 111, Palm Desert. 760-568-3263, petecarlsonsgolf.com. Art on Main Street. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Featuring original art from numerous artists, including paintings, photography, ceramics, glass, metal sculpture, jewelry, and textiles. Old Town La Quinta, 78100 Main Street, La Quinta. oldtownlaquinta.com. March 18-25: Fashion Week El Paseo. Premier fashion event presents runway shows featuring a starstudded line-up of top designers from across the country, including exciting trunk shows, and more. The Gardens, 73545 El Paseo, Palm Desert. fashionweekelpaseo.com. March 18-19: Desert Arts Festival. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Featuring 100 artists presenting their original work
in all mediums of two and three dimensional fine art. 538 North Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 818813-4478, westcoastartists.com. March 20: Los Angeles Cello Quartet. 7:30 p.m. Classic works from famous composers Bach, Piazzolla and Tchaikovsky. Dazzling highvelocity of repertoire. Palm Springs High School, 2401 E. Baristo Rd., Palm Springs. psconcerts.org. March 21-22: Mona Golabek in The Pianist of Willesden Lane. Set in Vienna in 1938 and in London during the Blitzkrieg, the performance tells the true story of Lisa Jura, a young Jewish musician whose dreams are interrupted by the Nazi regime. Mona Golabek performs beautiful piano music as she shares her mother’s riveting story of survival. McCallum Theatre, 73000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert. 760340-2787, mccallumtheatre.com.
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‘The Pleasure of Your Company Entertaining at Sunnylands’ lecture at Palm Springs Library From the Queen’s luncheon, and the Sinatra wedding to President Obama’s first visit, these and other events that took place at Sunnylands will be discussed by Anne Rowe, the Annenberg Retreat at Sunnylands Director of Collections and Exhibitions. The lecture will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the Learning Center at the main library. Walter and Leonore Annenberg are remembered as the ultimate hosts. Former Sunnylands guests reported that each and every detail of hospitality was extraordinarily custom-tailored to individual visi-
tors. If one was lucky enough to enjoy the coveted opportunity to dine, golf, visit, or stay at Sunnylands, the experience was like no other in the world. This lecture will celebrate five special events that brought people together at the estate between 1976 and 2013. The lecture begins at 6:30 p.m. in the Learning Center at the main library. The Palm Springs Public Library is located at 300 South Sunrise Way in Palm Springs. For more information, call 760322-7323 or visit palmspringsca.gov/ government/departments/library.
BRAIN TEASER
Question: You can see me in water, but I never get wet. What am I? Answer on page 18.
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Did you remember to test the batteries in your smoke alarm? Daylight saving time began Sunday, March 12, but did you remember to test the batteries in your smoke alarms? “When you turn your clocks ahead this, it’s a great time to also test your smoke alarms,” says Debbie Leahy, Regional Disaster Program Officer, American Red Cross Desert to the Sea Region. “Take a few minutes to replace your smoke alarm batteries and push the test button to make sure the alarms are working.” It’s also a good time for everyone to take these steps to make sure their household is prepared for emergencies. • Install smoke alarms. If someone doesn’t have smoke alarms, they should install them. At a minimum, put one on every level of the home, inside bedrooms and outside sleeping areas. Check local building codes for additional requirements.
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• Practice an escape plan. Make sure everyone in the household knows how to get out of every room and how to get out of the home in less than two minutes. • Get a kit. Keep disaster supplies in an easy-to-carry bag to use at home or carry in case ordered to evacuate. • Make a plan. Have all household members plan what steps they should take if an emergency occurs. • Be informed. Learn what emergencies can occur in the area and how officials notify residents should a disaster occur. The American Red Cross Desert to the Sea Region has proudly served Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino Counties for more than 100 years. For more information, please visit redcross.org/dts.
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Rare 1928 Ford Tri-Motor 5-AT-B Lands at Palm Springs Air Museum
Need help with technology? Let a teen help Need help setting up your cell phone, tablet or electronic device? Want to learn how to text or setup a Facebook account? Can’t figure out how to download pictures from your camera or cell phone? Come to the Yucca Valley Senior Center for help. A team of tech-savvy teens from the Town of Yucca Valley Youth Commission will be available to answer your questions and assist you with your technology needs. No appointment is necessary, this free drop-in service is available to seniors on a first come, first served basis at the Senior Center located at the Yucca Valley
The Liberty Ford Tri-Motor 5-AT-B lands at the Palm Springs Air Museum Saturday, March 11 around 11 am. This rare flying airplane was built in 1928, and represents the Golden Age of Aviation. The Ford Tri-Motor will be on display daily during regular museum hours, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Tri-Motor will start taking up passengers (up to 10 passengers) starting on Thursday, March 16 from 2–5 and flying 9 a.m.–5 p.m. on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, March 17, 18 and 19. Ride prices are $50 for a child and $75 for an adult. Slight discount for booking online.
Ford Tri-Motor Tour
Recall the energy, passion, and excitement of the Roaring ’20s by flying aboard the Ford Tri-Motor. Known as the first luxury airliner, the Ford Tri-Motor redefined world travel and marked the beginning of commercial flight. All ticket proceeds support the Experimental Aircraft Association, a non-profit organization dedicated to sharing The Spirit of Aviation with everyone. Our tour stops are hosted by volunteers who are passionate about sharing the Ford Tri-Motor’s stories. Affectionately
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Community Center complex. This program is offered alternating Fridays on March 24 and April 7 from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Participants are also invited to spend the afternoon at the Senior Center and enjoy the Senior Nutrition Center lunch hour at 11:30 a.m., light refreshments and games at 1 p.m. The Youth Commission strives to discover creative and effective ways to serve the community. For more information, visit yucca-valley.org or contact the Community Services Office, at 760-369-7211.
known as the “Tin Goose,” this was the largest civilian passenger aircraft of its time. The Ford Tri-Motor on display is included with museum admission which ranges from $9.50-$16.50, with a special family rate of $36 for 1 or 2 adults and 3 children age 12 and under, and a special family rate of $46 for 1 or 2 adults and up to 3 children ages 13 – 17. Free for children 5 and under and for active military with ID. 760-778-6262, www.PalmSpringsAirMuseum.org The Palm Springs Air Museum is an educational non-profit organization whose mission is to preserve and honor our veterans while educating future generations. One of the largest collections of flying WWII aircraft as well as Vietnam and Korea era aircraft, a 9,500 volume Library, flight simulators and tours through a flyable B-17 and C-47 are housed in 65,000 square feet of climate controlled exhibit space. Movies show in the Buddy Rogers Theatre continuously after 11 am. Open daily, 10 am–5 PM (closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and Feb. 16, 2018). For more information, visit www.flytheford.org or call 1-877-952-5395.
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PGA West announces plans for multi-generational sports club PGA West has announced plans to build a new four-acre, multi- generational Sports Club, opening in early 2018. Heralding a bold new era of innovation, the state-of the-art facility will feature an array of world-class amenities, including a fitness center, spa, a 25-yard lap pool, bocce ball and Petanque courts, a dog park and a drive-up movie area for golf carts. Other exciting features include tennis, pickleball, volleyball and basketball courts, plus a 22-hole putting course, restaurant and a fully stocked open-air bar with fire pit. “In order to both meet the expectations of our current Members and grow new Membership, PGA West is once again creating the vision for the future and setting itself apart from the competition,” said Jennifer Jenkins, Director of Marketing & Membership Sales. “Unique attractions like the kids splash area
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and drive-up movie theater will ensure that families enjoy PGA West together for years to come.” While golf will remain the focal point at PGA West, the new Sports Club will be open throughout the year offering curated programs and activities for all ages and interests. Construction is expected to begin in May. “My wife and I have enjoyed being Members at PGA WEST for the past 15 years,” says Dave Balducci. “Now with all of the new amenities planned, our children and grandchildren will love coming to visit us even more. We are extremely excited for this great new addition and look forward to starting new traditions with family and friends.”
The Red Hot Auction is back! in Twentynine Palms The Twentynine Palms Historical Society will host a Red Hot Auction on Saturday, March 25, at the Old Schoolhouse Museum located at 6760 National Park Drive, in Twentynine Palms. The event begins at 6:30 p.m. with light refreshments and a silent auction, followed by a live auction beginning at 7:30 p.m. The purpose of the fundraiser is to help raise funds to expand the Old Schoolhouse Museum. According to event organizer and auctioneer Larry Bowden, “Not only are we looking for you to come and bid on the many items that will be in the auction, we are also
looking for donations of items for the auction. Historical items from the Twentynine Palms area would be ideal for the auction.” To donate items, call Larry Bowden at 760-910-3886.
For more information about the Sports Club at PGA West, call the membership Office at (760) 564-7111 or send an email to pgawest@pgawest.com.
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‘You Can’t Take It With You’ introduces Palm Canyon Theatre audiences to eccentric family Just when you thought your family was “weird,” the Palm Canyon Theatre introduces audiences to an extremely eccentric family, the Vanderhof-Sycamore-Carmichael clan, as the regional repertory theatre presents You Can’t Take It With You, March 16-19. The classic comedic play, by George S. Kaufman and Moss Hart, won the 1937 Pulitzer Prize for Drama. In 1938, the adapted film won the Academy Award for Best Picture and Best Director, Frank Capra. Derik Shopinski is directing the PCT production and zany cast, which includes PCT company members Corbett Brattin, Mor-
gana Corelli, Ron Coronado, Tom Warrick, Suzie Thomas Wourms, and others. Each character in the play has a unique hobby or defining quirk, which provides the show with funny, unexpected twists. Corelli plays Penelope “Penny” Vanderhof Sycamore, the matriarch of the family, who writes plays and paints because it makes her happy, but is terrible at both. Penny is a loving mother and wife who wants to make sure everyone in the family is always happy. Brattin plays Paul Sycamore, Penny’s husband, who manufactures fireworks in the family’s basement. Warrick plays Martin Vanderhof, A.K.A. “Grandpa.” He
is Penny’s father who chose to stop working as a young man, and instead “enjoy life,” by going to the circus, collecting stamps, and doing anything else he pleases. Penny and Paul have two daughters, Essie and Alice. Alice Sycamore, played by Ashley Davies, is the only “normal” family member. She has an office job, and is somewhat embarrassed by the eccentricities of her family. Daniel Zepeda plays her fiancé, Tony Kirby, who admires Alice’s family because they accept each other for their differences and love each other, despite them. Shopinski designed the costumes for the production. Sets and lighting are by J.W. Layne, who also plays
Mr. DePinna, the iceman who came inside to speak to Paul eight years before, and never left. He helps Paul build fireworks, and moonlights as a model for Penny’s paintings! You Can’t Take It With You runs March 16-19. Show times are 7 p.m. on Thursday; 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and a Sunday matinee at 2 p.m. Tickets are $29.50. Student tickets are $15, with valid ID; student tickets must be purchased at the Box Office. For tickets, call the Box Office at 760323-5123 or order online: PalmCanyonTheatre.org. The Palm Canyon Theatre is located at 538 North Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs.
Discover the uses of native desert plants at Big Morongo Canyon Preserve Discover the abundant uses of native desert plants during this oneday field class. Daniel McCarthy, edible plants expert, will teach you about the plants historically
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harvested by the native people of Southern California for food, medicine, and utilitarian purposes. The program starts in the classroom with an overview of local Native
American tribes and how culture defines plant use. In the afternoon, the class will follow the trails for a hike to identify edible plants found in the Preserve area. No plants will
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be harvested in the Big Morongo Canyon Preserve. For more information on the March 19 class, contact 760-367-5535 or visit joshuatree.org.
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If you’re observing Lent, Friday fish dinners could be in your future, but that’s no reason to feel limited by what you can cook. Seafood pairs well with all sorts of flavors – from chili seasoning to lime extract – and bakes quickly on a sheet pan with minimal cleanup. Follow these simple tips from Dr. Wendy Bazilian, McCormick Health Advisor and Registered Dietitian, to get your family asking for good-for-you proteins like salmon and shrimp all year long: • While lemon is a great complement to seafood, think about pairing with other citrus flavors like orange and lime. Try marinating shrimp in a mixture of lite coconut milk, lime extract, ginger and red pepper. • Add colorful vegetables like zoodles or asparagus to your sheet pan to boost both seafood and vegetable servings. You don’t need a spiralizer to make zoodles because many grocery stores offer pre-made zoodles in the produce section. • Keep shrimp in your freezer to pull out for stir fries, pastas or this Coconut Lime Shrimp with Zoodles recipe. Coconut Lime Shrimp with Zoodles Prep time: 15 minutes. Cook time: 15 minutes. Servings: 4.
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• 1/4 cup Thai Kitchen Coconut Milk • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder • 1/4 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper • 1/4 teaspoon Pure Lime Extract • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined • 1 small zucchini, cut into thin noodles with spiralizer • 1 medium yellow squash, cut into thin noodles with spiralizer • 1 medium carrot, cut into thin noodles with spiralizer • 2 tablespoons oil • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1/4 teaspoon Ground • Black Pepper Heat oven to 375 F. In large, re-sealable plastic bag, mix together coconut milk, ginger, garlic powder, crushed red pepper and lime extract. Add shrimp; turn to coat well. Refrigerate 15-30 minutes. Remove shrimp from marinade. Discard any remaining marinade. In center of large, shallow, foil-lined baking pan, arrange shrimp in single layer. In large bowl, toss vegetable noodles and oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper; toss to coat well. Spread noodles around shrimp in pan. Bake 10-15 minutes, or until shrimp turn pink and are cooked through and noodles are tender. Serve shrimp over vegetable noodles.
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Neighborhood Park News: What’s new this week Joshua Springs, MHP By Joan Carroll Congratulations to the new members and returning Board of Directors. We have a new swim member— Kay S. She and husband Mike own the former Greenway home #243. She hobby is crocheting afghans. Thanks to Sharon and Jim E. for the muffins and cookies at coffee time. Have you noticed the new signs on the waterproof glassed frames for coffee making instructions and recycling bins? You can thank Maxine R. for those.
There should be a special blessing for those people who rescue animals from horrid conditions and help create a safe and healthy environment for them. I recently read that a brewery is now giving a week off for employees who have a new puppies. Cliff and Gloria J. have Cliff’s daughter Leanna visiting from Hoquaim, WA. This is the home of Greys Harbor National Wildlife Refuge. Hoquaim also has a beautiful old Victorian home that was a bed and breakfast one time. Tours are available to see the home. About 40 people were playing
Bingo on Saturday, Feb. 25. Carlena S. got to call bingo with her brand new set, that was bought for her by Stu’s daughter Theresa. Lou S. won the X formation and Betty J. won the blackout round. It was a nice afternoon of entertainment while helping raise funds for the Social Club activities. Carlena is now considering doing Bingo once a month due to popular demand. I got a visit from my family on Feb. 26. Ashley, my granddaughter brought her one-year-old Sophia. She is now in nursery school in the Montesauri school where Ashley
teaches. Ashley just started freelance writing articles about health, healthy foods, and education. My son Keith came up with a t-shirt proclaiming him to be poppa (not grandfather). Their latest plan is to relocate in Orange County where his wife Kiyomi’s son Yuto and grandson lives once the mobile home park and home in Arkansas sells. My daughter, Jacki came up with her son Casey who drove his crew cab truck. Wendy dog was very busy keeping track of Sophia so when they went home she had a long before bedtime nap.
The world’s best in culinary flock to Palm Desert Food & Wine Festival Some of the world’s best chefs, vintners, and craft brewers from across the country will embark to the seventh annual Palm Desert Food & Wine. Festival features special James Beard Luncheon hosted by Gail Simmons, Food Expert, Food & Wine’s Special Projects Director and judge on Bravo’s “Top Chef.” Experience three extraordinary days of
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culinary, wine, and craft beer tastings in the heart of the famed El Paseo shopping district. The even features a standout roaster of celebrity chef demonstrations and showcases the Coachella Valley as the ultimate culinary destination. Palm Desert Food & Wine begins kicks off the three day event with the four-course James Beard Gour-
met luncheon expertly prepared by this year’s Bravo’s “Top Chef” and celebrity chefs, which include Tory McPhail, Gale Gand, Casey Thompson, Zac Young. The luncheon is followed by two days of Grand Tastings, featuring delectable morsels from more than 40 restaurants, created by renowned chefs from all across California and the country.
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More than 60 premier wines and champagnes will be offered as well, and participants will be able to interact with the vintners and chefs to discuss in detail the offerings. The event is held March 24 through March 26 on El Paseo in Palm Desert. For tickets and information, visit palmdesertfoodandwine.com.
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CVWD releases statement regarding federal appeals court ruling in groundwater case Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) is reviewing today’s federal appeals court ruling that found the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians has impliedly reserved federal rights to groundwater in the Coachella Valley. “The CVWD board will discuss
next steps in this case that could ultimately determine control over the region’s groundwater,” said Jim Barrett, CVWD general manager. “Because this is ongoing litigation, this conversation will take place in closed session.” The litigation process began in
2013 when Agua Caliente filed a lawsuit against CVWD and Desert Water Agency (DWA) seeking unprecedented rights to groundwater. The initial ruling determined that Agua Caliente does have impliedly reserved rights, opening up the door for court-approved con-
trol of the groundwater basin. CVWD and DWA appealed that lower court ruling to the federal appeals court, which issued its ruling today. Additional information about the lawsuit is available at cvwd.org.
Frances Stevens Park hosts one hundred amazing artists this weekend One hundred amazing artists will converge in Downtown Palm Springs, at Frances Stevens Park, for the Desert Art Festival on President’s Weekend. The Desert Art Festival is scheduled for March 18-19. The Desert Art Festival will feature artists presenting their own original work in all mediums of fine art, including paintings in acrylic, oils, watercolor, photography, etchings, sculpture in clay, glass, metal, stone and wood. Each artist will be present to meet with the public and discuss their work. All work is avail-
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able for purchase. The Durden Art Studio will be featured at the festival. Durden is an artist, entrepreneur, and advocate for innovative visual storytelling. He has spent the last 16 years as a professional independent thinker, doer, and maker. It wasn’t until making Laguna Beach his permanent home in 2010 that a new focus in his own creative vision occurred and his unique smart pop-art style was born. Each original acrylic painting is hand drawn on wood panel or
canvas and finished with traditional brushes. It’s the belief that art is meant to be interactive, even challenging, that is at the core of each painting. In addition to being stand-alone works, the clotheslines are conversation pieces with a trivia component. Each clothesline is a puzzle designed to tell a story by including little Easter eggs in the form of hidden words as well as added bonus features to keep your interest as more nuances appear over time. In addition to fine art, fine crafts will also be presented. Festival pa-
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trons will find blown glass, turned wood, semi-precious jewelry, pottery, stained glass, and an array of high-quality crafts. Admission and parking for the event are free. The Desert Art Festival runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 18 and Sunday, March 19. Frances Stevens Park is located at 538 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, at the corner of Palm Canyon and Alejo. For additional information, visit westcoastartists.com or call 818-813-4478.
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Heritage Festival celebrates the cultures that led to the settlement of the Coachella Valley all in one place
Take a step back in time. Come and experience the Heritage Festival on the grounds of the Coachella Valley History Museum in Old Town Indio. The Festival provides a unique opportunity to learn about the significant cultures that led to the settlement of the Coachella Valley all in one place. The Festival showcases the personal histories of Cahuilla, Mexican-American, Anglo, Black, Japanese and Armenian families by
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means of “story boards “ that detail their time lines and presence in the Valley. In addition, foods and entertainment representing these cultures will be featured throughout the day- folkloric dancers, a Gospel Choir, fiddlers, storytellers, Barnaby Finch’s Jazzgrass band from Idyllwild and Japanese Taiko drummers, will highlight the event. Early American craft demonstrators will be on hand to share with
our audience. Visitors will enjoy watching weavers and spinners, wood carvers, potters, paper crafters, leather working and much more. Visitors can also take a jeep tour of the mural in old downtown Indio. Vintage Cars from the ’20s and ’30s will show in all of their splendor. Children can participate in old fashioned games and activities such as sack and egg races, jump rope, clothespin doll making,
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origami folding, Cahuilla crafts, dress-a-dolly, and Aunt Polly’s wash room. This family - oriented event is free to the community. The grounds of the Museum boasts many vintage exhibits and buildings. The center of the grounds has the 1927 Dr.Smiley-Tyler adobe home, surrounded by a complete blacksmith shop, farm equipment, the 1909 one-room Indio Public Schoolhouse and the Date Museum. The grounds also features a memorial Japanese garden, Dr.Carreon Desert garden, memorial rose garden, a working date garden and a Cahuilla ethnobotanical garden. The event is held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 18. Coachella Valley History Museum is located at 82616 Miles Ave. in Indio. For more information, call 760-342-6651 or visit cvhm.org.
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Do you remember what happened this week in history? March 16, 2005
After a three-month-long criminal trial in Los Angeles Superior Court, a jury acquits Robert Blake, star of the 1970s television detective show Baretta, of the murder of his 44-year-old wife, Bonny Lee Bakley.
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Paintings by the late Dutch painter Vincent van Gogh are shown at the Bernheim-Jeune gallery in Paris. The 71 paintings, which captured their subjects in bold brushstrokes and expressive colors, caused a sensation across the art world. Eleven years before, while living in Auvers-sur-Oise outside Paris, van Gogh had committed suicide without any notion that his work was destined to win acclaim beyond his wildest dreams. In his lifetime, he had sold only one painting. One of his paintings–the Yasuda Sunflowers–sold for just under $40 million at a Christie’s auction in 1987.
March 18, 1852
In New York City, Henry Wells and William G. Fargo join with several other investors to launch their namesake business.
March 19, 2003
The United States, along with coalition forces primarily from the United Kingdom, initiates war on Iraq. Just after explosions began to rock Baghdad, Iraq’s capital,
U.S. President George W. Bush announced in a televised address, “At this hour, American and coalition forces are in the early stages of military operations to disarm Iraq, to free its people and to defend the world from grave danger.” President Bush and his advisors built much of their case for war on the idea that Iraq, under dictator Saddam Hussein, possessed or was in the process of building weapons of mass destruction.
March 20, 1965 President Lyndon B. Johnson notifies Alabama’s Governor George Wallace that he will use federal authority to call up the Alabama National Guard in order to supervise a planned civil rights march from Selma to Montgomery.
March 21, 1963
Alcatraz Prison in San Francisco Bay closes down and transfers its last prisoners. At it’s peak period of use in 1950s, “The Rock, or “”America’s Devil Island” housed over 200 inmates at the maximumsecurity facility. Alcatraz remains an icon of American prisons for its harsh conditions and record for being inescapable.
March 22, 1972
The Equal Rights Amendment is passed by the U.S. Senate and sent to the states for ratification.
Get out and boogy at with the Pinch Me Band at The River’s Music Showcase The 2017 Music Showcase at The River continues on Saturday, March 18 with the Pinch Me Band performing at 6 p.m. in The River’s amphitheater. Acqua California Bistro will be offering complimentary cotton candy and popcorn, along with cocktails, beer and wine available for purchase.
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The River at Rancho Mirage is the premier shopping, dining, and entertainment destination offers an extraordinary line-up of restaurants and attractions and The Century Theatres. For more information, visit theriveratranchomirage.com.
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Author Carol Park, shares her April 29, 1992 riot experience at UCR Palm Desert Carol Park was just 12 years old, working weekends in her mother’s gas station in Compton, when the Los Angeles riots began on April 29, 1992. The bulletproof booth that shielded the young cashier from physical harm could not protect her from simmering racial tensions that ignited after the acquittal of four white and Hispanic Los Angeles police officers in the beating of a black motorist. A total of 53 people died in the riots, thousands more were injured, and damage to businesses—particularly those owned
by Korean and other Asian immigrants—and other property topped $1 billion before the violence ended on May 4. Park’s debut book, “Memoir of a Cashier,” is more than an account of a young girl’s life working in that cashier’s booth. She also tells the story of the Korean American experience leading up to and after the riots. Intricately weaving the story of her mother into the text, she provides a bird’s-eye view into the Korean American narrative from her own unique perspective. With
ies, and violence, all of which twisted her world view and ultimately shaped her life. In this narrative of transformation, Park recalls her experiences and shares the journey of finding her identity. There will be a book signing immediately following the conversation.
candor and direct language, she recounts the racism and traumatic incidents she lived through. Park bore witness to shootings, robber-
An evening with Carol Park is apart of Arts & Letters, a free series held from 6:30-8 p.m. on Wednesday, March 29. UCR Palm Desert auditorium, 75080 Frank Sinatra Drive in Palm Desert. For more information or to rsvp call 760-834-0800.
A modern centenarian “The first hundred years are the hardest. After that you just roll along,” according to 103-year-old Edward Palkot, the father of TV newsman Greg Palkot. Palkot, the younger, says his Dad is the very model of a modern
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centenarian, “living on his own, staying active with his own family and his girlfriend, Alice. He’s also stayed very much ‘plugged-in’ to the 21st century via e-mail, Facebook and even Twitter.” Palkot, the elder, is also quite busy
on a book tour, promoting the new book, Aging Gracefully, in which he’s featured along with 51 other not-so-grumpy old men of the 100plus generation. In fact, he believes that if you want to grow old gracefully, “you have to think about positive
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things. If people are ‘crabby’ that’s going to wear on you. So you should look for people who are pleasant.” The Association of Mature American Citizens is a service on issues of concern to Americans over 50.
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HOROSCOPE MARCH 16-22 ARIES (March 21-April 19). Whatever you do today, do it for you. If there’s nothing in it for you that you can think of off the top of your head, go deeper. What’s the real payoff? You wouldn’t be doing it if there weren’t one. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Your professional life will not be the only thing that flourishes as a result of your methodical, systematic and businesslike approach. Such a method will also improve relationships of all kinds. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). As for the person who helps you handle the task better than you could on your own—this person may not be the ideal partner, but he or she is certainly worthy of the props you’ll generously give today. CANCER (June 22-July 22). You know what a person is like in a particular context. Now change the context and find out more! You’ll be different, too. This process of mutual discovery is the stuff of life. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Do your detective work today. It’s not about snooping so much as it is about listening to what people tell you about their pasts, their points of view and their goals. Asking excellent questions will be half the battle. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Usually, you know right away whether an outcome is to your liking or not. With today’s project, snap judgments could hinder progress. If there’s even a small shadow of a doubt, live with the result for a few days, then decide.
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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). For a comforting feeling of belonging, hang out with people who are very much like you. But if it’s creativity or productivity you’re after, you’ll gain, give and learn more in a diverse group. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Because you’re a child at heart, you want to play. You’ll sense accurately who else wants to as well, so make the play date and follow through. This sudden need for fun will be very lucky for you. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You’ve the sneaking suspicion that you can make your life better and more interesting on your own, but a certain charismatic character can definitely put you on the fast track to this end. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). The one without direct experience in your problem will be of little or no help and, in fact, could make things worse. Don’t waste time: Go straight to the expert. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). As you search for the right person to fill a certain opening in your life, consider that while people can, technically, change, they often don’t—especially not just because you want them to. Go with current (not projected) stats. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). The rest of the world fades into the background as one person attracts you and reins you in. This feels at once like an exotic adventure and like coming home.
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Bookmarks: New and Upcoming Reads Man Overboard By J.A. Jance Available March 21
No Man’s Land By David Baldacci Available March 21
Cyber security expert Roger McGeary finally has his life back on track after struggling with depression. But when he falls from the balcony of his suite, the police quickly dismiss it as “death by misadventure.” Unsatisfied, Roger’s aunt, Julia, is determined to find answers. She contacts Roger’s childhood friend Stuart to help solve the mystery, Julia unwittingly sets up a collision course with serial killer. The team learns that the killer targets victims who have lost other to suicide. When the heartless killer and his cyber accomplice set their sights on Stuart, High Noon must race against time to save him and countless others.
John Puller’s mother, Jackie, vanished thirty years ago from Virginia. Paul Rogers has been in prison, twenty years before that, he was in Virginia. Three decades ago, Puller’s and Roger’s world collided with devastating results, and the truth has been buried ever since. Until now. A military investigator, armed with a letter from a friend of Jackie’s arrives in the hospital room of Puller’s father and reveals that Puller Sr. has been accused of killing Jackie. Puller begins a journey that will take him into his own past, to find the truth about his mother. Rogers’ time is running out. With the clock ticking, he begins his own journey.
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