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Mile High Escape to Idyllwild
Food, shopping, art and recreation in clean mountain air
By Alison Elsner
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visit to Idyllwild is like a tempting, bountiful buffet…there are so many cultural and recreational options that you’ll probably need a future visit (or two) to sample everything you want. Located 60 miles from the Coachella Valley, one mile above the desert floor, Idyllwild is nestled in the Manzanita and ponderosa pines of the San Jacinto mountains. The unincorporated community overflows with art, music, theater, dining, shopping and recreation. Idyllwild has earned the designation as one of the 100 Best Small Art Towns in America in a book by John Villani, and it was also voted L.A.’s Best Mountain Getaway by L.A. Weekly.
Once the summer home for Cahuilla Indians who migrated to the area to escape the heat of lower deserts, the Cahuilla’s grinding slabs can still be seen in the town. Today, a visit up the hill still makes for the perfect way to cool off, commune with nature and reconnect with your inner self. Lodging runs the gamut. Quaint bed and breakfasts, such as Creekstone Inn, Quiet Creek Inn and Idyllwild Bunkhouse are not only a skipping stone’s throw from Strawberry Creek but also are top performers on Trip Advisor. More upscale, The Grand Idyllwild Lodge is an amalgam of Craftsman and modern architecture, offering a luxury spa, deck views of surrounding Lily Rock and Tahquitz Peak, close proximity to the main village and daily gour-
met breakfast. If you opt for a private vacation rental, you can bunk in a rustic log cabin, cuddle up in a charming mountain home or live the life of Riley in a hillside estate. Here’s an overview of popular attractions and activities:
Dining Highly rated restaurants include Café Aroma (live music and local artists’ works on display), Restaurant Gastrognome (dining room ambiance and a cozy fireplace), Higher Grounds Coffee House (coffee is organic and fair trade) and Ferro (delicious pizza, lasagna and steak). All are situated in the village on or adjacent to the main streets of N. Circle Drive and Village Center Drive. Most restaurants are pet friendly,
and the downtown village is close to Strawberry Creek for an after-lunch stroll for both you and your pup.
Arts, Music and History Best known for the annual “Jazz in the Pines” festival each August, performers like David Benoit and Lee Ritenour have headlined here on the Idyllwild Arts Academy campus under a canopy of tall trees and a backdrop of fresh artwork. The Idyllwild Arts Academy is a world-renowned performing arts boarding school for high school students which frequently offers theatrical productions, concerts and art exhibits.
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Palm Desert Concert in the Park Featuring live performance by L.A.vation delivers the most accurate tribute to U2. Concerts are free. Palm Desert Civic Center Park, 43900 San Pablo Ave., Palm Desert. palm-desert. org /events/concerts-in-the-park.
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El Paseo Cruise Night Cars start arriving around 3:15 p.m. at the upper level of parking structure behind The Gardens on El Paseo. Visitors are welcome to view the cars and meet the owners. After a few welcoming remarks, cruisers hit El Paseo at 4:30 p.m. El Paso, Palm Desert. elpaseocruisenight.com. “Rhapsody & Blues” starring Diane Schuur and performance by pianist, Paul Cracchiolo. Presented by Coachella Valley Symphony. McCallum Theatre, 73000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert. 760-340-2787, mccallumtheatre.com.
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Train Day at The Living Desert Enjoy train chats, crafts, train adopts, a scavenger hunt and more! The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, 47900 Portola Ave., Palm Desert. 760-346-5694, livingdesert.org. Pete Carlson’s Jazz for Jazz Lovers Series 7 p.m. Performance by the Christian Jacob Trio. Pete Carlson’s Golf & Tennis, 73741 Highway 111, Palm Desert. 760-568-3263, petecarlsonsgolf.com. Palm Springs Cruisin’ Association’s Cruise-In Viewing of 150 classic cars, muscle cars, hot and street rods, corvettes, customs, antiqued and much more. Free to the public. Westfield Palm Desert, 72840 Highway 111, Palm Desert. palmspringscruisinassociation.com.
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Arthur Lyons Film Noir Festival Featuring an eclectic mixture of land-
mark and obscure vintage movies from the classic film noir era. Each year the festival showcases the best of film noir accentuated by an array of movie stars who appear on stage for Q&A discussions, autographs and book signings. Camelot Theatres, 2300 East Baristo Road, Palm Springs. arthurlyonsfilmnoir.ning.com.
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Palm Desert Concert in the Park Featuring live performance by the Amanda Castro Band, performing an eclectic mix of upbeat jazz appeals to all audiences. Concerts are free. Palm Desert Civic Center Park, 43900 San Pablo Ave., Palm Desert. palm-desert. org /events/concerts-in-the-park.
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Films on the Green Lawn 7:30 p.m. Featuring the film “Stand By Me” based on the Stephen King short story “The Body,” film is directed by Rob Reiner. Sunnylands Center and Gardens, 37977 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. 760-202-2222, sunnylands.org.
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Palm Desert Woman Honored During Holocaust Survivor Ceremony in Sacramento
Rita Dukker Mazer and Assembly Republican Leader Chad Mayes Assembly Republican Leader Chad Mayes (Yucca Valley) honored Rita Dukker Mazer during the Holocaust Remembrance Ceremony at the State Capitol. Mazer was born in the Netherlands in 1938. For her protection, her parents
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gave her “away” to an organization that located hiding homes for Jewish children. After spending a short period of time in three different homes, Mazer was taken in by a young couple who hid her for the next three years until the war’s end. “Rita is a true survivor and I am honored to have her join me today in the somber remembrance of a terrible and shocking chapter of human history,” says Mayes. “Only by keeping the memories of the six million people we lost alive in our hearts and minds can we truly ensure that such horrible acts never happen again.” Mazer lost both of her parents in the Holocaust and was taken in by her biological aunt following the war. In 1960, Mazer moved to the United States and took up residence in the Coachella Valley in 1969. After putting herself through school, she became a kindergarten teacher. Mazer is now retired and resides in Palm Desert.
AARP Smart Driver Program at Mizell Senior Center Springs. This course is presented by AARP and is licensed by the State of California Department of Motor Vehicles to provide training to persons 55 years of age and older. This comprehensive training will: Help you learn how to remain a safe, competent driver, save money on your car insurance. Also help you learn about new features on cars and learn about new laws and how they affect you. The ever popular AARP Smart Driver Program is scheduled from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. for Monday and Tuesday, May 8 and 9 at Mizell Senior Center, located at 480 S. Sunrise Way in Palm
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Cost for this course is $20 for AARP Members and $25 for non-members. These classes sell out early, so be sure to get your reservation in for this August class. For additional information, call 760-323-5689.
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Question: Can you name three consecutive days without using the words Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, or Sunday? Answer on page 14.
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Mile High Escape to Idyllwild
<<Continues on page 1 Visitors to Idyllwild can design and paint pottery and kitchen tiles at the Earth ‘n Fire studio, and the Idyllwild 2nd Saturday Art Fair features over 35 artists and musicians between May and October, with an abundance of ceramics, jewelry and original artworks for sale. The Idyllwild Area Historical Society and Museum displays stories, photos and memorabilia of Native Americans, loggers, pioneers, and miners.
Shopping Bring your cookie jar money, because there are so many treasures - including cookies. Friendly village stores offer antiques, home accessories, candles, jams and jellies, clothing, gifts and art galleries galore. Favorites include the funky bazaar (oh-so bohemian), The Sage & the Butterfly (organic clothing, jewelry and accessories), Merkaba Tea (teas, herbs and spices) and Nomad Ventures (for hikers).
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Recreation and Wellness An expansive category, this is where that repeat visit might kick in, with hiking, biking, camping, horseback riding, rock climbing, bird and wildlifewatching, and even kayaking, boating and fishing on nearby Lake Hemet and Lake Fulmor. Both lakes stock rainbow trout and have largemouth bass, catfish and bluegill. The Idyllwild Nature Center offers fascinating exhibits and educational programs about mountain ecology, habitats, flora, fauna and native Cahuilla culture. Acupuncture at Idyllwild Community Acupuncture promotes healing and increased blood flow to alleviate pain. An Idyllwild excursion is a true getaway, whether you decide on a day trip or an overnight stay, pushing your athletic limits or leisurely relaxing in the mountain air. For more information and travel guides, visit idyllwildcalifornia.com, idyllwildvisitorscenter.com, or idyllwildchamber.com.
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Lucky Powerball ticket worth more than $600,000 sold in Cathedral City
There are more than two dozen retailers in Cathedral City where you can buy California Lottery tickets – and a significant number of these businesses are located along Date Palm Drive. With so many choices on this street to stop and play the Lottery, it’ll be interesting to learn why one lucky player chose the Circle K (35472 Date Palm Drive) to purchase a Powerball ticket for the April 26, 2017 draw. That’s
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because this mystery person’s ticket matched five of the six winning numbers to win $628,737. While we still don’t know who the winner is, we do know this person matched the numbers 1-15-18-26 and 51, missing only the red Powerball number 26. Had they matched that number, they would have won the estimated $100 million jackpot. The California Lottery urges last
night’s winner to immediately sign the back of their ticket in ink, keep it in a safe place, then visit any of the nine Lottery District Offices as soon as possible. The winner has 180 days from the date of their draw to claim their prize. Otherwise the money will be redirected to supplement California public schools.
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A word to the wise It was Oscar Wilde who said, “With age comes wisdom.” Most of the research on the topic shows there is truth to Mr. Wilde’s observation, says the Association of Mature American Citizens. But, there is at least one study that shows seniors may not be that wise, after all. Australian researchers challenged participants in one study to make a set of hypothetical decisions and found that the over-65 participants were more inconsistent than their teenage counterparts. But, then again, as Socrates put it, “The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing.” The Association of Mature American Citizens amac.us provides the Filler Files as a service on issues of concern to Americans over 50.
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Garden planning tips for extreme climates planning successful landscaping projects in less-than-forgiving weather conditions.
Knowledge is power
If you live in an extreme climate, maintaining a healthy, varied garden can seem like an uphill struggle. Whether your main challenge is permafrost or perma-drought, here are some tips for
If you haven’t done so already, find out which plant hardiness zone you’re located in by visiting planthardiness.ars. usda.gov. Being aware of your zone is a good place to start your search for suitable plants to include in your garden, but the system isn’t without its flaws. A variety of other factors, including chill hours and sunset times, can narrow down local climate particularities that affect plant survival. Other characteristics to consider when researching
plants hardy to your region include: • Soil type (clay, loam, silt) • Volume and nature of precipitation (heavy rain or snowfall, frequent droughts) • Average seasonal temperature variation • Severe weather risk level
A fighting chance Sure, you’ll impress your neighbors if you manage to grow a notoriously fickle exotic flower in your Alaska garden, but your chances of success are slim. Instead of fighting Mother Nature, work with her by favoring species that
are native to your area. Rest assured that native doesn’t have to mean boring: you’d be surprised at the variety of species that thrive in seemingly hostile conditions. Cacti aren’t the only drought-resistant plants, and there’s more to Arctic flora than the odd coniferous shrub. Ask a local pro about their preferences. Finally, if your area is experiencing a drought, heat wave or polar vortex, it’s best to either delay planting, or start your seedlings indoors. PC: Don’t let harsh climate conditions get in the way of your green thumb— embrace them!
Fitness opportunities at Palm Desert Aquatic Center for summer Although the pool-side spin classes end in May, there are still plenty of other opportunities to work on your fitness at PDAC. Restorative Yoga is available on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:15 to 9:15 a.m., and Chair Yoga on Friday
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from 10 to 10:45 a.m. Fun water exercise classes, including Shallow Water Exercise, Deep Water Exercise, Deep Water Boot Camp, and a Basic Arthritis and Injury Rehab Water Exercise class are also available. For those look-
ing to get a workout in without joining a class, practice your favorite stroke in the lap lanes. Just make sure to check lap lane availability online before putting on that swim cap. View schedules and fees at pdpool.com.
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For more information, class schedules and fees, and to reserve space, visit pdpool. com. Palm Desert Aquatic Center is located at 73751 Magnesia Falls Drive in Palm Desert, behind Civic Center Park, and can be reached at 760-565-7467.
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Social Security’s Windfall Elimination Provision
Social Security Matters by AMAC Certified Social Security Advisor Russell Gloor Association of Mature American Citizens Dear Rusty: I turn 62 this June. I collect a State Teachers Retirement and have been told I face a windfall reduction in my SS benefits if I have less than 30 service years in SS. Social Security claims that the years listed below do not qualify as years worked because the income is too low. Having researched SS regulations it stated that prior to 1978, quarters were earned if you made $50 in a quarter. If this is correct can you tell me why these years listed below would not count? SS claims I am three years short of 30 because of these years: 1971 (earned $636); 1972 (earned $799); 1973 (earned $2175). Thank you for your help. Signed: Retired Teacher Dear Retired: What you’re referring to is Social Security’s Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) which applies when a person has a pension from an employer who did not withhold Social Security payroll tax, as well as income from an employer who did withhold Social Security payroll tax. In this case the question isn’t really whether your income was enough to earn a “quarter credit” toward the required 40 credits to be eligible for Social Security benefits, but rather whether your income for those years met what Social Security calls their “substantial earnings” test. In order to qualify as substantial earnings in the formula for computing the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) your Social Security earnings each year must meet or exceed a substantial earnings test. Social Security’s substantial earnings minimums for the years you wrote about were: 1971 - $1950; 1972 - $2250; 1973 - $2700.
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So as you can see, you did not meet or exceed their Substantial Earnings requirement for the years 1971 through 1973 because you only earned $675, $799 and $2175 respectively in those years. Those three years are what made the difference between having your Social Security benefit reduced because you have only 27 years of “substantial Social Security earnings”, and being exempt from WEP because you have 30 or more years of Social Security income. What this means in terms of your benefit computation is that instead of applying a 90% factor to the first $885 (“first bend point”) of your average indexed monthly earnings amount, they will instead apply a 75% factor. In terms of 2017 dollars, that means that instead of that first “bend point” contributing $796.50 to your Social Security benefit amount, it would contribute $663.75 or $132.50 less. But since for anyone first eligible for Social Security in 2017 the maximum WEP reduction for 27 years of substantial earnings is $128.40, that is the amount your Social Security benefit would be reduced as a result of the Windfall Elimination Provision. The information presented in this article is intended for general information purposes only. The opinions and interpretations expressed in this article are the viewpoints of the AMAC Foundation’s Social Security Advisory staff, trained and accredited under the National Social Security Advisors program of the National Social Security Association, LLC (NSSA). NSSA, the AMAC Foundation, and the Foundation’s Social Security Advisors are not affiliated with or endorsed by the United States Government, the Social Security Administration, or any other state government. Furthermore, the AMAC Foundation and its staff do not provide legal or accounting services. The Foundation welcomes questions from readers regarding Social Security issues.
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Add a Tex-Mex Favorite to Your Menu A tortilla plus a tasty filling makes a household favorite – a taco. This simple, casual, versatile, fun food knows no boundaries. Tacos can be right for breakfast, lunch, dinner and even snacks and dessert, depending on the filling. For tacos with a unique, delicious twist on tradition, try these Chicken Soft Tacos with Pickled Beet Salsa that are ready in 30 minutes. The antioxidant-rich Aunt Nellie’s Pickled Beets lend color, as well as a refreshing sweet-tangy flavor that’s complementary to the lime juice, cilantro and red onion in the salsa. This sassy salsa is a perfect partner for rotisserie, roasted or grilled chicken, arugula and a dollop of jalapeno mustard-sour cream sauce nestled inside a soft flour tortilla. For your taco fiesta, just set out the tortillas, salsa and other toppings and let everyone help themselves to a fun and delicious dinner. For other versatile recipes, visit AuntNellies.com.
Chicken Soft Tacos with Pickled Beet Salsa Prep time: 25 minutes / Servings: 4
Salsa: • 1 jar (16 ounces) Aunt Nellie’s Baby Whole Pickled Beets • 2 tablespoons chopped red onion
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• 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh cilantro leaves • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice • 1/4 teaspoon salt • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Tacos: • 1/3 cup sour cream • 1 tablespoon jalapeno mustard • 4 soft flour tortillas (6-inch diameter) • 2 cups fresh arugula • 2 cups chopped cooked rotisserie chicken (hot or cold) • 1/4 cup crumbled queso fresco To make salsa: drain beets and chop. In medium bowl, combine beets, onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt and pepper. To make tacos: In small bowl, stir together sour cream and mustard; set aside. On one half of each tortilla, place equal amounts of salsa, arugula, chicken and cheese. Top with dollops of mustard-sour cream. Fold over. Substitution: Sliced pickled beets or three single-serve cups of Aunt Nellie’s Diced Pickled Beets may be substituted for baby whole pickled beets. Nutritional information per serving: 380 calories; 20 g protein; 28 g carbohydrates; 20 g total fat; 650 mg sodium; 80 mg cholesterol; 1 g dietary fiber; 2 mg iron; 0.15 mg thiamin; 460 IU vitamin A; 4 mg vitamin C.
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Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Summer Pass returns A secret local residents have known is that the coolest spot during the hot summer months is just a 10-minute tram ride away—to the alpine forest atop the majestic San Jacinto Mountains. The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway’s Summer Pass makes “beating the heat” easy—and affordable—for everyone now that passes are on sale. Valid through August 31, the Summer Pass includes unlimited Tram admissions for the pass-holder, 10percent discount on additional Tram admissions, 10 percent discount at Peaks Restaurant or Pines Café, and
unlimited free parking. Cost of the Summer Pass is $80 for adults and seniors (65+) and may be purchased at the Tram’s Valley Station or at pstramway.com. The first Tram up Monday through Friday is 10 a.m. and the first Tram up Saturday and Sunday is 8 a.m. The last Tram up daily is 8 p.m. and the last Tram down, 9:45 p.m. For more information, please call 888515-TRAM or 760-325-1391, or visit pstramway.com
Five stimulating water activities to try at your local pool Do you like water, physical activity and group classes? Chances are your community pool has just what you’re looking for. Take the plunge! Here are five stimulating aquatic activities for you to discover this season. 1. Aqua-yoga. This combination of yoga poses and stand-up paddle boarding (SUP) helps improve balance and flexibility while strengthening your stabilizing muscles. 2. Aqua-jogging. This type of exercise involves jogging in place (in the deep end!) using a flotation device to help keep your head out of the water. You get all the benefits of a vigorous run without the added strain on your joints. 3. Aqua-boxing. Inspired by martial arts, this demanding discipline requires flexibility, endurance and rapid execution. Performing the different drills underwater is an excellent way to strengthen muscles of the arms and legs. 4. Aqua-spinning. You guessed it!
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This cardiovascular workout is the aquatic equivalent of a standard spin class. Pedaling underwater significantly improves muscle definition and blood circulation — not to mention you’ll benefit from an invigorating aquatic muscle massage! 5. Aqua-Zumba. If you like Zumba and aquatic fitness, this upbeat — but nonetheless challenging — activity is just for you! Escape the daily grind and tone your body to the rhythms of the Caribbean.
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PUZZLE PAGE
“ODDS ARE”
HOROSCOPE: MAY 4-10 ARIES (March 21-April 19). Though necessity is the mother of invention, many inventions are not directly linked to the exploration of a necessity. For example, light bulbs were not the result of a study of candles. Think broadly across many subjects and disciplines. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Shakespeare said the best safety lies in fear, yet that kind of safety leads to cowering and hiding, whereas the safety found in preparation and a good defense will lead to far more adventurous experiences. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). To set the rules of the environment will be in no way an inconvenience or affront to others; rather. it will have a most favorable effect. The limits you establish will help all to relax and dwell within the boundary of the place and moment. CANCER (June 22-July 22). Though the proceedings are friendly in tone, the interaction today is more about an exchange of practical knowledge than it is about relationship building. It goes best when you stay focused and stick to business. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You’ve something very sincere and heartfelt to get off your chest. For this, you’re better off avoiding the kind of conversational partner who thinks that the opposite of talking is waiting. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). There’s just no time to be self-conscious, because you’re so focused on experiencing all you can. You may even dare to spontaneously and publicly sing and dance.
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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You’ll be inspired by a very self-made and highly motivated person. You’d like to direct yourself similarly, and in many ways you already do. You’re already planning your future involvement with this good influence. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You may fret over what to wear, what topics of conversation to keep at the ready and what to eat. These are the worries of a classy person who cares about smooth interactions and winning impressions. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). In the same way that it’s silly to saddle the horse if you’re not going to ride it, it’s a waste of energy to make grand resolutions that are too hard to keep. You’ll thrive setting small goals; you’ll conquer them quickly. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Home is an emotional state. It exists as much in your imagination as it does in physical space. If you are at home but you do not feel at home, don’t let the dynamics drag on. They can and should be fixed today. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). The situation you create and re-create is nothing more than a habit. It may feel like more of a kneejerk reaction than a choice, but that’s only because the pattern is so ingrained. You can keep or change any part of it you want. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). There are certain memories, keepsakes and traditions you draw on for sustenance. You’ll do well to make the ritual more deliberate, perhaps by adding something to it or just by recognizing its importance.
Across 1 “___ show time!” 4 Graze 7 Trickery 10 Capp and Capone 13 Vet 14 Panting dog, e.g. 16 Upholstery problem 17 “I’m impressed!” 18 Insulin regulates the amount of it in the blood 19 Nashville-based awards org. 20 “You choose”
47 Orange juice feature
21 Slangy denial
48 Harem rooms
22 Kind of stand
49 Car ad abbr.
23 Pillbox, e.g.
51 Hardly a he-man
24 Volcano output
52 1955 Marilyn Monroe movie, with “The”
28 Wind up on stage?
56 Chopper
30 All: Prefix
57 Better 58 Publicity, slangily 61 Hula hoop? 62 Early MP3 sharing site 63 Ninny 64 Summer hrs. in D.C.
29 Earthen pot 32 Nights before 33 Those opposed 34 Numbskull 37 Overnighted, perhaps 38 “Eureka!”
65 “___ luck?”
39 Workbench attachment
66 Common ID
40 Body substances
67 Big Apple inits.
41 Huge 42 Banquette item
23 Meteorological effects
Down
25 Kind of grass
1 Phrase of commitment
44 007, for one
26 Some small batteries
2 Extremely
45 Key on some registers
27 Rush job notation
3 Librarygoer
49 “Homey!”
28 “Alley ___!”
4 Nips
50 Full of energy
30 Heavy water, for one
5 1968 folk album
51 Unsmiling
31 Classic children’s nursery song
6 ___ de force
53 Columbus ship
7 Football’s ___ Bowl
35 Remote abbr.
54 Goes bad
8 Change, as a clock
36 “I got an ___ my test!”
9 Early smartphone
55 “Concord Sonata” composer
37 1970 Jack Nicholson film
10 Extremely old
59 “Uh-uh”
11 Citrus drink
60 No Clue
45 Some grape sodas 46 Put to work
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12 Spread out 15 Cousins of squids
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City of Palm Springs to keep citizens safe and informed with community alerts
The City of Palm Springs is utilizing Everbridge (everbridge.com) to keep residents, business owners, staff and emergency personnel safe and informed with quick and reliable emergency notifications and public service announcements. The City of Palm Springs will transition from CodeRED to Everbridge Community Alerts to communicate with citizens and businesses during emergencies and other critical incidents. Residents and business owners are encouraged to register immediately to receive these alerts: http://www.ci.palm-springs.ca.us/ government/departments/fire-department-home-page/emergency-alertsign-up. Registration allows Community Members to set up preferred contact paths for messages such as cell phone, home phone, email, and more—to ensure real time access to potentially lifesaving information. Residents and business owners listed in the White
and Yellow pages will be automatically subscribed to alerts by phone, but Everbridge allows citizens to self-register, provide additional contact information or opt into non-emergency messaging provided by the City. Community members that have opted into Nixle will be brought into the new Everbridge system for general Community notifications. “We have a commitment to ensure public safety, community awareness and emergency response. To uphold this, when critical information and public service announcements are available, we need to reach our residents as quickly and reliably as possible,” says Kevin Nalder, Fire Chief. “The Everbridge emergency notification system allows the City of Palm Springs to disseminate this information across all types of devices, ensuring residents have access to real-time public information when they need it the most.”
Living Desert announces birth of Giraffe Calf On Friday, April 28 at approximately 9:30 am, The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens welcomed a male giraffe calf to the herd - born to mother, Tuli, and father, Hesabu. The yet-to-be-named male calf, weighs in at 185.9 pounds and stands 6 feet 3 inches tall. The calf is the largest giraffe born at The Living Desert. This is the second calf for Tuli, and eighth calf for Hesabu—their first calf together, Ayo, was born July 2, 2015. The Living Desert is now home to a herd of eight giraffe, six males and two females. The calf will continue to bond with mom behind-the-scenes, and his exhibit debut will be announced soon. Visitors can get up-close and personal with these majestic animals by
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participating in the giraffe feedings from 11 a.m. to noon and 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. The cost is $5 per person or $4 for members. For more information, call 760-346-5694 or visit livingdesert.org.
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Moments in history this week May 4, 1970 In Kent, Ohio, 28 National Guardsmen fire their weapons at a group of antiwar demonstrators on the Kent State University campus, killing four students, wounding eight, and permanently paralyzing another. May 5, 1862 During the French-Mexican War (1861-1867), a poorly supplied and outnumbered Mexican army under General Ignacio Zaragoza defeats a French army attempting to capture Puebla de Los Angeles, a small town in east-central Mexico. Victory at the Battle of Puebla represented a great moral victory for the Mexican government, symbolizing the country’s ability to defend its sovereignty against a powerful foreign nation. May 6, 1994 In a ceremony presided over by England’s Queen Elizabeth II and French President Francois Mitterand, a rail tunnel under the English Channel was officially opened, connecting Britain and the European mainland for the first time since the Ice Age. May 7, 1997 Norway’s most famous painting, “The Scream” by Edvard Munch, was recovered almost three months after it was stolen from a museum in Oslo. Thefragile painting was recovered undamaged at a hotel in Asgardstrand, about 40 miles south of Oslo, police said. May 8, 1998 Stella Nickell is convicted on two counts of murder by a Seattle, Washington, jury. She was the first person to be found guilty of violating the Federal Anti-Tampering Act after putting cyanide in Excedrin capsules in an effort to kill her husband.
England’s Queen Elizabeth II and French President Francois Mitterand May 9, 1950 Lafayette Ronald Hubbard (19111986) publishes Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health. With this book, Hubbard introduced a branch of self-help psychology called Dianetics, which quickly caught fire and, over time, morphed into a belief system boasting millions of subscribers: Scientology. May 10, 1869 The presidents of the Union Pacific and Central Pacific railroads meet in Promontory, Utah, and drive a ceremonial last spike into a rail line that connects their railroads. This made transcontinental railroad travel possible for the first time in U.S. history. No longer would western-bound travelers need to take the long and dangerous journey by wagon train, and the West would surely lose some of its wild charm with the new connection to the civilized East.
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AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING Evaporative Cooler Service, Repair & Installation Metal Duct Fabrication. 24 Yrs Exp. Senior Disc. Advanced Mechanical. Mike 760-228-2934 Lic#880070
Mark Speer Automotive & Roy’s Tires taking applications for Tire Installer. Experience preferred. 4082B Adobe Rd. 29 Palms 760-367-0222.
Furn. Rm utils incl. cable, kitchen. Short/long term $450mo. Joshua Tree. Call 760-221-6551
YUCCA VALLEY
ALTERNATORS - Starters & Alternators for anything. Auto Electric - RV’s, Trailer Brakes, Interstate Batteries “No Appointment Needed” Call 760-365-5489 APPLIANCES- Blair’s HiDesert Appliance Repair - All Major Brands. Parts, Repairs & Sales. $49.95 Service Call FREE w/Repair. Serving Morongo Basin 20+ Yrs. Military & Senior Discounts. Call Wade Blair 760-369-2504 or 774-0487
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Center for Healthy Generations is looking for dedicated volunteers to serve our participants in pool & land exercise classes. Training provided. Contact Cindy @ 760-365-9661
HELP WANTED HAIRSTYLIST NEEDED Shear Glam Salon is looking for a talented humble & motivated team player eager for continual growth in a busy high-end salon. Drop-off resume to Shear Glam Salon. NOW HIRING! Medical office now hiring Certified Medical Assistant, exp required. Fax resume to 760-366-0500 Tire/lube tech, experience a plus, clean dmv apply in person tues thru sat big o tire 57672. 29 palms hwy Yucca Valley or apply online at www.Bigotires.com/career Part-Time Property Manager Needed Experienced Only. Need Apply Email Resume to: info@sheric.net
May 4, 2017
Maintenance and Front Desk positions available. Apply in person at Travelodge in Yucca Valley.
LOTS & ACREAGE Great location for recreation! 5 Acres. Vacant Land. EZ access far enough away for fun. Johnson Valley, California APN 0454-331100000. $8500, owner will carry. Call the Basin Wide Foundation. 760-365-7219 Yucca Valley - For Sale by Owner, two parcels – one commercial two 1/2 acres. old town yucca valley. $40,000. one on hwy 247 w/ power 2 acres lucerne valley $20,000, owc w/ 25% down. Call Jerry 760-964-4777
MOBILE HOME SALES Yucca Valley - NEW PRICE!!! Spacious 3bd/2ba, New kitchen cabinets and counters, carpet floors, fresh paint inside and out. Nice deck & yard area. Park amenities included. Pool & Laundry. $42,500 obo (760) 365-5571 or (760) 288-1091 Owner will carry with 20% down
APT. & DUPLEXES Quail Spring Apts. Ask about our MOVE-IN SPECIALS!!! 2bd/2ba, single story, private patios, pool, spa, clubhouse, small pet okay. Apartments in joshuatree.com. Call 760-366-3388 HALTER SUNSET VILLAGE APTS 50+ Community 6036 Sunset Rd.Joshua Tree, CA.For more info. Call 760-366-3218 or visit us online at: www. halterhousing.com. E-mail: sunsetvillage@verizon.net ONE BEDROOM. 1 BATH FOR ONLY $729 PER MONTH
Clean 2bd 1ba with appliances, on spacious lot. $650 29 Palms.760-831-7447 Studio - 29 Palms. 760-898-6648 near Stater Bros, sml yard, newer carpet & appl $490+dep Spacious 1 bd, 1ba in town enclosed yard, water & trash paid, $495. 29 Palms. (949) 637-1128 2bd 1ba appt, fridge with ice maker, and garage, $650. 29 Palms. 760-831-7447 Lg 2bd 2ba, fridge w/ ice maker, laundry room, $675. 29 Palms. Call 760-831-7447
ROOMS FOR RENT Bdrm $350, furnished, walk-in closet, house priv, internet,util, ktn, 1 person. Morongo Valley 760-323-0602
COMMERCIAL FOR RENT 57990 29 Palms Hwy Suite # 3 - $12,000 57019 Yucca Trail $2,768 - $2,941 55555 29 Palms Hwy - $1200 7355 Church Street Unit #D $963 71757 29 Palms Hwy # F & # G $855 73501 29 Palms Hwy Unit # C $800 73475 29 Palms Hwy $800 760-228-RENT(7368) cbroadrunner.com BRE# 0151713
HOMES FOR RENT 29 PALMS 46969 Mesquite Springs Rd.3/2 - $1140 6676 Cahuilla 3/2 - $1200 73567 Didsbury 2/1.5 - $1200 6443 Monte Vista4/2 - $1100 5335 Abronia 2/2 - $950 74835 Alta Loma 2/1 - $725 6630 Adobe Rd#2 1/1 - $625 6664 Adobe Rd.#4 0/1 - $500 (760) 361-3080 cbroadrunner. com BRE# 01517134
56789 Carlyle2/1.5 - $950 760-228-RENT (7368) cbroadrunner.com BRE# 01517134
JOSHUA TREE 61923 Plaza Rd 2/1 - $675 760-228-RENT (7368) cbroadrunner.com BRE# 01517134
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