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Stay young by volunteering ‘reinvent summer’

By Alison Elsner For DMHN When we are young, the end of the school year usually means experiences like summer camp. Many of us remember these treasured times in our lives where we were able to meet

new friends, try our hand (or body or mind) at things like horseback-riding, swimming, art, story-telling and even help out with animals or community projects. Just because we’re grown up doesn’t mean that we can’t create new and potentially life-changing experiences.

We just have to make it happen. Some of the most fun, enlightening and beneficial activities include volunteering. The Coachella Valley is loaded to the gills with volunteer opportunities at highly worthy organizations in need, with the added advantage of staying cool in someone

else’s air conditioning during the scorching summer days. Here are some suggestions for summer fun and enlightenment: Palm Springs Air Museum: What a great chance to get up close and Continues on page 10 >>

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Lakeside Rendezvous Expect good times at Lake Arrowhead’s Rotary Art and Wine Festival Rotary Art and Wine Festival 2017 June 24-25 Tavern Bay Beach Club, San Bernardino National Forest, 28399 N. Shore Rd., Lake Arrowhead rotaryartandwinefestival.com

Wine tasting is great, but beyond all that sipping, The Rotary Art and Wine Festival in Lake Arrowhead wins high marks for its creativity, too. Morwe than 60 artists will showcase their works at the annual outing. And not just any works, either. Peruse the paintings, wood sculptures, ceramics, jewelry, photographs and glass art here and you’re bound to take something unique back home. Another popular draw: mixed media artwork. Good news: That now-famous Rotary Dog will be available, so if you’re craving a good hot dog, that’s your goto. (Don’t forget the relish.) But elsewhere, plenty of food choices abound and all of it adds to the appeal of the event, which attracts visitors from all parts of California. Let’s face it: It’s an easy drive from Coachella Valley. The food, the art, the wine … all of that helps lure crowds,

but this is also a well-established annual fundraising event, so keep that in mind. All proceeds raised are donated back to local charity groups, scholarships for local youth, and other community service projects. Win-win all around. Other things to know: General admission is $10 per person and VIP Patio with special seating tickets are also available by the lake. The VIP Patio package runs $65 per person and includes admission, souvenir wine glass, premium wine tasting and festival food. Both the general and VIP Patio admissions include a complimentary round trip boat shuttle from Lake Arrowhead Village to ALA’s Tavern Bay Beach Club. Nice. Limited parking is available adjacent to the venue.   What’s left? Did we mention craft beer? Let’s raise our mugs to that.

Moments in history this week • June 17 - 1885

• June 20 - 1975

The dismantled Statue of Liberty, a gift of friendship from the people of France to the people of America, arrives in New York Harbor after being shipped across the Atlantic Ocean in 350 individual pieces packed in more than 200 cases.

Jaws, a film directed by Steven Spielberg that made countless viewers afraid to go into the water, opens in theaters.

• June 18 - 1812 The day after the Senate followed the House of Representatives in voting to declare war against Great Britain, President James Madison signs the declaration into law–and the War of 1812 begins.

• June 19 - 1953 Julius and Ethel Rosenberg, who were convicted of conspiring to pass U.S. atomic secrets to the Soviets, are executed at Sing Sing Prison in Ossining, New York.

• June 21 - 1788 New Hampshire became the ninth state to ratify the document, and it was subsequently agreed that government under the U.S. Constitution would begin on March 4, 1789.

• June 22 - 1944 U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt signs the G.I. Bill, an unprecedented act of legislation designed to compensate returning members of the armed services–known as G.I.s–for their efforts in World War II.

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June 22, 2017

Social Security Matters: “Ask Rusty” - Remarried ex-spouse

Social Security Matters by AMAC Certified Social Security Advisor Russell Gloor, Association of Mature American Citizens Dear Rusty: I was married to my husband for 6 years when we divorced in May of 1996. Over the next year or so we felt we had resolved our differences and decided to re-marry in July of 1997. Although we both tried hard, we simply couldn’t make it work and so we divorced again for good in September 2000. I’ve never re-married, but I’m now nearly 62 years of age and wondering: since my ex-husband always made much more money than me, can I collect Social Security as his divorced spouse or do I need to take Social Security based upon my own work record? Signed: Wondering

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Dear Wondering: Social Security’s rules state that a divorcee who wants to collect retirement benefits from their ex-spouse’s work record must have been married to that person for at least 10 years, must be divorced for at least 2 years (unless your ex-spouse is already collecting benefits), must not now be married, and both the divorcee and their ex-spouse must be at least 62 years old. Your ex-spouse need not already be actually receiving benefits, but he must at least be eligible to receive either Social Security retirement or disability benefits. Your situation is somewhat unique because you meet most of the criteria, but the total length of time you were actually married to your ex-spouse in your two marriages is only 9 years - 6

the first time and 3 the second time leaving you apparently short of the 10-years-married rule. But here’s some good news: Social Security’s rules for divorced spouses also say that if you and your ex-spouse remarry before the end of the year which follows the year you were first divorced, the period of time between marriages counts toward the 10-years-married requirement. Since you first divorced in May of 1996 and then remarried in July of 1997, the time between those dates counts as though you were still married during that time, so the 10-years-married rule is satisfied. In other words, having met all of the criteria, you will be eligible to collect reduced benefits as a divorced spouse when you apply at age 62. For information, the way Social Security will calculate the benefit you are entitled to will be to first determine what you’re entitled to on your own work record. Since you are also eligible for divorced spouse benefits, and if your own benefit is less than you are entitled to as a divorced spouse, you would be “deemed” to be filing for the divorced spouse benefit too, and your benefit amount will be raised (“boost-

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ed”) to that which you are entitled to on your ex-spouse’s record. When you apply, be sure to take with you proof of both marriages to, and divorces from, your ex-husband. And be aware that if you claim your benefit at age 62, it will be permanently reduced for the rest of your life. 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. To submit a request, contact the Foundation at info@amacfoundation.com.

Tips for a waste-free lifestyle Switching to a waste-free lifestyle is an honourable endeavour that requires making some significant changes. The key to success is to ease into it by adjusting your consumption habits one at a time. Here are some tips to help you get off to a good start. Gradually eliminating your household waste production involves buying less and making smarter choices. For example: • Forget packaged goods and buy grains, cereal, dried fruit, and even nuts and bolts in bulk instead. • Choose family sizes over individual formats and opt for refillable containers for things like cleaning products and shampoos. • Forfeit bottled water — a few hours in the fridge is usually all it takes to neutralize the aftertaste of tap water, and you can always buy a filter if needed. • Prioritize durability. Disposable items like razors, paper towels, plastic bags, cleaning wipes, paper plates,

Pet of the Week “Pet Rescue”

batteries, etc., should be banished in favour of washable, reusable or rechargeable alternatives. • Borrow books, DVDs, CDs, etc., from your local library or trade them among friends. Try to purchase digital media whenever possible. • Update your wardrobe by hosting a clothing swap with your friends and family instead of going on a shopping spree. • Use your printer only when necessary, making sure to reduce the spacing and font size before doing so — and don’t forget to choose the doublesided option. Lastly, carefully evaluate your needs and only buy what’s essential to eradicate waste at the source.

Brandy: Chihuahua, Adult, Female

Hi, I’m Brandy and I’m a golden female Chihuahua mix who weighs 10 pounds. I’m about 5 to 6 years old and I have black markings around my ears and muzzle. My eyes are almondshaped and they’re very expressive. They may look a little sad right now. You see, I was thrown over Pet Rescue’s wall a couple of weeks ago and that shattered my self-confidence. I mean, how could anyone do that to me? I could have been really hurt from the fall. Even worse, it showed me that I wasn’t wanted and was thrown away like a piece of garbage. Anyone who really cared for me would never do that. I’m beginning to realize that everyone at Pet Rescue must care for me

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because everyone has been so nice. I’m held and cuddled and I’m hugged and kissed. It feels so good and I want that feeling to continue. I dream of finding my ‘forever’ home where that’s done to me all the time. Won’t you please visit me and take me into your home and heart? I don’t ever want to go through something like I did before. I’m a good and sweet girl and I get along with the other dogs too. I have a gentle soul and I’d make a great companion for you. I’m spayed, up-to-date with vaccinations, and microchpped. I’ll be looking for you and I can’t wait to meet you! - Xoxo Your Beautiful Brandy

For more information, visit www.coachellapetrescuecenter.org 83-496 Avenue 51 Coachella, CA 92236 760-398-7722 petrescuecenter@gmail.com

June 22, 2017

A Meals on Wheels Fundraiser

Help support our Valley-wide Meals on Wheels program and have a fun-filled evening on July 4th from 7:30PM to 9:30PM at Mizell Senior Center. We will have a festive BBQ by the famous Chef Kelly, live music entertainment by the Golden State Dixieland Ramblers (former Disneyland Musicians), and beverages, with fireworks at Sunrise Park presented by the City of Palm Springs at 9:15PM. You can eat and enjoy the music on our private outdoor

patio or in air conditioned comfort. When it comes time for fireworks, you can enjoy them from our patio or move closer to the Palm Springs stadium for an even closer view. Tickets for this event are $40.00 for Mizell Members and $50.00 for nonmembers. You can purchase your tickets at the Mizell ticket window or rsvp by calling Greg Murphy at 760-323-5689 x112 or gregm@mizell.org.

Dear Lord, THE grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Ghost, be with us all evermore. Amen.

Jazz/Jam Session on Wednesdays at Mizell Senior Center Do you enjoy listening to some of the classic Jazz and Dance Music Image removed by sender. Jazz Notesfrom the Golden Age of Music? Are you a retired musician, but still like to play your instrument, but don’t know where to go? Whether you are a listener or player, the Jazz/Jam Session at Mizell Senior is the place to be. Join Dick Broadie and Friends to listen or play every Wednesday morning starting at 10:00AM. If you play, don’t worry if you are a bit “rusty”. This is a great place to meet new friends and play your favorite instrument and enjoy the music. Do you like dancing? This is also the place for you. So, come on down and listen, dance or Jam with the

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Jazz/Jam session at Mizell . You will be glad you did. Cost is FREE for Mizell Members and $5.00 for guests.

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HOROSCOPE: JUNE 22-28 ARIES (March 21-April 19). You will have trouble managing your finances after stepping into a high-end boutique. A more spiritual lifestyle might be an approach worth considering.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22). If you’re thinking about renewing your mortgage or taking out a loan, you’re in an excellent position to renegotiate the terms and enjoy more financial flexibility.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You will succeed in accomplishing an extraordinary feat that will make you very proud. If you’re single, your soulmate will be present at the celebratory event. But keep an eye out — your future partner isn’t far.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21).For one reason or another, you will struggle to make an important decision. Even if your try to be rational and weigh the pros and cons, it’s your heart that will ultimately decide.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You will start taking better care of your health and will try to focus on all the good in your life instead of ruminating on the bad. This week, you will take advantage of every opportunity to relax and heal. CANCER (June 22-July 22). Not everybody is predisposed to handling stress well. Sometimes, you need to accept things for what they are instead of swimming against the current. However, don’t get discouraged: you will soon regain your creativity. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). A specific event will force you to organize an urgent meeting at work or among friends and family. Many people will count on you to steer them in the right direction. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). If you’re leaving on vacation, you’ll want to take the time to organize every last detail, especially if you’re travelling abroad or hitting the road. Don’t let the finer details slip your mind.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Concerned about your health, you will feel the need to work on your silhouette for the summer. It’s the perfect time to commit to a new diet plan. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You will be given a platform to express your ideas and deepest sentiments. There’s a good chance that what you have to say will resonate with people for a long time or go viral on the Internet. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Big projects are in store for your family. You might decide to move in with your significant other and work on adding to your blended family.

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17 ____-back (breezy)

1 Dupe

41 Trustworthiness

19 Those persons

4 Kind of code

45 Heavenly cake: 2

22 Trim, as a lawn

8 Sorrowful word

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23 One-spot card

12 “Look ____ ye leap”

47 Memorable period

24 Raleigh’s title

13 True

48 Bloom holder

25 Alien

14 Extinct bird

49 Alternative word

26 Tourist’s aid

15 Draw even with

50 Walking on ____

28 Price label

16 Lost

51 His and ____

29 Eavesdrop

18 Soup cracker

52 Elk or moose

31 Baton

20 Pile up

53 Large weight

32 Store happening

21 Males

34 Sock part

22 Fog

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23 Beasts of burden

1 Fixes the table

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26 In fashion

2 Operatic melody

38 Cowboy’s loop

27 ____ a living!

3 Lemon skin

39 Singer Johnny ____

30 Rome, e.g.

4 Military troops

40 Contribute a chip

31 Inexperienced

5 Harness controls

41 Crater

32 Cookie type

6 Relax

42 Sofa

33 Prove human

7 French peak

43 Musical group

34 ‘50s dance party

8 Second president

44 Knitter’s need

35 Loose-fitting

9 Finding

46 Gave lunch to

36 Parodied

10 Grape drinks

38 None

11 Puts down grass

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You might be tempted to express loud and clear what others keep for themselves, but your wisdom and maturity will encourage you to take a more diplomatic approach.

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BRAIN TEASER

Question: A woman shoots her husband. Then she holds him under water for over 5 minutes. Finally, she hangs him. But 5 minutes later they both go out together and enjoy a wonderful dinner together. How can this be? Answer on page 18.

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Your Cookbook Grilled Balsamic Vegetable Pops INGREDIENTS • 4 wooden skewers • 1 zucchini, cut into rounds • 1 yellow pepper, chopped • 4 mushrooms, halved • 4 cherry tomatoes • 1 ear sweet corn, cut into rounds

• 2 tablespoons Carlini Pure Olive Oil • 1 teaspoon Stonemill Iodized Salt • 1 teaspoon Stonemill Ground Black Pepper • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar PREPARATION 1. Soak wooden skewers in water for 10 minutes before grilling. Heat grill to medium-high (400-425 F.) 2. Pierce vegetables with skewers and drizzle with oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, and place on hot grill. 3. Turn frequently to prevent burning. Vegetables should be golden and tender after 10-15 minutes. Remove from heat and drizzle with balsamic vinegar.

Home Run Pancakes INGREDIENTS | SERVINGS: 4 • 1 cup all-purpose flour • 1 teaspoon baking powder • 1 teaspoon sugar • 1/4 teaspoon salt • 1 large egg • 1 cup fat free milk • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract • nonstick cooking spray • 8 strips low-sodium turkey bacon (optional) • 2-3 tablespoons raspberry or strawberry syrup (optional)

Find more tips to encourage the little eaters in your family to enjoy the nutritious bounties of summer at aldi.us.

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PREPARATION 1. Whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar and salt. Mix egg, milk and vanilla separately. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and whisk gently until just combined. 2. Heat griddle or skillet to medium heat and grease lightly with cooking spray. 3. Using 1/3-cup measuring cup for each pancake, pour batter onto pan. Cook until bubbles form and edges start to look dry then flip and cook another 30-45 seconds. 4. Cook bacon on griddle 3-4 minutes on each side, if desired, until desired crispiness is achieved. 5. Place cooked bacon next to pancakes for “baseball bats.” If desired, drizzle syrup onto pancakes to make baseball stitching. 6. Pair each serving with 8-ounce glass of milk.

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Beat the Heat! Keep your cool during extreme hot weather ! Cooling center now open! Community Action Partnership of Riverside County in coordination with The Joslyn Center and other Cool Centers provides drop-in sites for vulnerable individuals, seniors, the disabled, and others in need of temporary relief from the heat. Come in and stay cool! The Joslyn Center Cool Hours are: Monday - Thursday: 8:00 am - 5:00pm Friday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

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73-750 Catalina Way, Palm Desert 760-340-3220 The Joslyn Center is closed Saturday and Sunday. If you need a Cool Center after normal business hours or Saturdays, try: Palm Desert Community Center 43-900 San Pablo Ave, Palm Desert Monday - Friday 6:00 am - 9:00 pm Saturday 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Closed Sunday

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Reinvent summer and stay young by volunteering << Continues from page 1 personal with the North American P-51 Mustang ”Bunny” or the Fairchild C-119 Flying Boxcar while helping visitors learn about vintage World War II and Korea/Vietnam era aircraft. With 59 flyable and static planes on display inside four climate-controlled hangars, totaling 86,000 square feet inside and with more outside on the tarmac, there are always ways to help out on a volunteer basis. Fascinating duties include conducting tours inside the B-17 heavy bomber, serving as a docent in the European or Pacific Hangar, assisting patrons and staff in the gift shop or at the Visitor Services kiosk, helping guests in the operation of flight simulators, working in the aviation library, building displays or even restoring and maintaining exhibit aircraft. You may also be able to get involved in planning for one of the Museum’s special events, such as the Annual Gala or the fall Props and Hops Craft Beer Festival. In depth training will be provided for those without military experience or knowledge of piloting. To submit a volunteer application, visit their

website www.palmspringsairmuseum. org/volunteers or call 760-778-6262. Friends of the Palm Springs Animal Shelter: For anyone who loves fur babies (especially the dog, cat and occasional rabbit type) then this environment will seem like heaven on earth. This beautiful, state of the art facility, located at the east end of Demuth Park in Palm Springs, cares for hundreds of homeless animals daily and provides services to pet guardians in Palm Springs and other Coachella Valley cities. Innovative new programs have been developed to help lost and stray pets, medical treatments have been brought in-house (resulting in a substantial cost savings to care for the shelter pets) and the Pet Food Bank is helping home-bound seniors and those suffering from debilitating illness or injury to keep their pets at home by furnishing food and supplies delivered directly to them through partnerships with other local charities. Help is always needed (for a minimum of six hours per month) at this no-kill shelter in the areas of adoption and guest services, community education, animal care

and socialization, veterinary services, marketing, fostering and more. As we know, pets are people too. Volunteer applications may be found at www.psanimalshelter.org/volunteer or call 760-416-5718 ext. 6615. Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Desert: If humans are more your thing, then becoming a “Big” – as in a Big Brother or Big Sister to a young person between the ages of six and 18 - is one of the most rewarding things you will ever do both for yourself and for the “Little.” Volunteers are needed for community mentoring where Bigs and Littles get together on their own for one hour per week to share fun activities like shooting hoops, playing

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a board game, sharing a pizza, walking in the park or just visiting together. Site-based mentoring is a chance for Bigs and Littles to meet once a week at local Boys & Girls Clubs (Coachella, Indio, La Quinta and Desert Hot Springs) to read together, play sports or computer games or just talk about life and personal issues – in essence, to relate like friend. Research has shown that children in the program measure 58% improvement in school performance, 65% higher levels of selfconfidence and a 55% bump as far as a better attitude towards school. To apply to be a “Big”, visit their website www.bbbsdesert.org/volunteer or call 760-568-3977.

June 22, 2017

Applying for veteran’s aid and attendance pension Elaine Lanterman Senior Care Planning Solutions 12:20 a.m. The clock was blurry as I rubbed the sleep from my eyes to answer the phone. “Hello”, I said. A weak and frightened voice on the other end pleaded, “Melissa? Is Bryan there? I can’t get out of my chair. Could you or Bryan come over?” I sighed as I handed the phone to my husband and heard him say, “I’ll be right over, Dad.” When Bryan left, I pondered on my father-in-law, John, and his situation. John had just come out of the hospital after a serious illness and although the doctor had assured us he would be fine, we quickly learned that he was not able to care for himself. Bryan and I came over three times a day to help him with changing his clothes and to make his meals. In addition, we helped him with his bills and took him to his frequent doctor appointments. Tonight was the first time he had called to ask for help in the middle of the night. We needed to do something

different. We were both exhausted between working our jobs and caring for our four young children and constantly running out to take care of John’s needs. It was becoming more than we could handle. We realized we really needed to get him into assisted living. John lived comfortably on an income consisting of social security and a retirement pension, but as we visited different assisted living homes in our immediate area, we quickly realized that this income was not enough. Assisted living and IN Home Care are really expensive! John had served in the Navy during the Korean conflict and we had heard through a friend that veterans could receive assistance through the Department of Veteran’s affairs for health care. The catch was doing it correctly. Our friend referred us to a Veteran’s Consultant from the National Care Planning Council to provide information for the challenging task of filling out the paperwork to receive this benefit. A Veteran’s Consultant can provide

general information on how a claim is filed. Our consultant told us about all of the necessary supporting documents we would need to make sure it was approved. The paper work was pretty daunting, but we worked through each form thoroughly to be sure that we were providing all the information Veterans Affairs (VA) would need in order to expedite John’s payments. First, I obtained a medical report from John’s doctor -- the most crucial step in the process. This form would prove that John needed aid and attendance. It was, however; important to us that the doctor wrote that John was mentally capable of making his own decisions, because we did not want to go through a delaying process of having VA assign somebody who would need to pay his bills for him (VA calls this person a fiduciary). An important form was John’s original DD-214, which was the official record showing that he had been honorably discharged from the military. Fortunately, we found the original document folded in his wallet

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and we did not have to delay our process. There were several other forms to fill out and after all the paperwork was finished, my Veteran’s consultant gave us the address of where to send all of them. Our particular VA processing office was located in St. Paul, Minnesota.After about two weeks, John and I each received a letter stating that VA was working on his case and they assigned him a case file number. Within another two weeks, John received his first payment. Applying for the VA Aid and Attendance Pension was detailed, but it was not terribly frustrating because of the general information on the application process I received from my consultant. It did require extra work on my part, but it was well worth the end result of getting the care that John needed and the relief that Bryan and I needed in the end. I am grateful that we had such a wonderful resource in National Care Planning Council to help us find a capable and informative Veteran’s Consultant. Above is Elaine Lanterman’s personal experience

June 22, 2017

Maze of the Week

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Slot machines that dispense automobiles

Some car dealers will go to great lengths to put prospective customers in the driver’s seat including the creation of giant vending machines, reports the Association of Mature American Citizens. The Web site, futurism.com, recently reported that Singapore’s Autobahn Motors built one that dispenses luxury pre-owned vehicles.

Autobahn’s 15-story skyscraper has see-through slots for displaying up to 60 automobiles and “instantly” delivers cars to buyers, just like a coin-op dispenser delivers candy. It is not a new idea. Car dealer, Carvana, says it opened its five-story auto vending machine in Nashville in 2014.

Facts: Did you know? Rainforests make up less than 10% of the world’s surface but contain over 50% of the world’s animal and plant species. One foursquare-mile area, for example, can have as many as 1,500 flowering plants, 750 tree species, 400 bird species and 150 butterfly species. Here are some other facts about rainforests that you may or may not know. • Rainforests are located all over the world on every continent but Antarctica. • There are two types of rainforests: tropical and temperate. • Rainforests help control temperatures and weather patterns. • Rainforests provide much of the world’s fresh water supply–the Amazon Basin alone has onefifth of the world’s supply. • Rainforests provide all kinds of important resources from timber and coffee and cocoa beans to plants that help fight cancer. • One out of four ingredients in medicine comes from rainforest plants. • Scientists believe there are millions of plant and animal species yet to be discovered. Sadly, many of the world’s rainforests are disappearing due to unsustainable agricultural, ranching, mining and logging practices. Only 2.4 million square miles of tropical rainforests remain. Help protect the rainforests of the world. Join conservation efforts now.

‘A first date from hell’ Brandon Vezmar of Austin, TX was so annoyed that his blind date could not stop texting away on her cell phone when he took her to the movies he sued her for the $17.31 he paid for her ticket, according to the Association of Mature American Citizens. “It was kind of a first date from hell,” Vezmar told the Austin AmericanStatesman.

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1915: ‘Mother’ Nellie Coffman: a true pioneer Nellie Coffman decided that Palm Springs should be more than just a place for people suffering from asthma and arthritis. When her husband left her to go practice medicine in Indio, Nellie and her two sons added to their property, which was first built in 1909 and called The Desert Inn and Sanatorium. They added new bungalows and a new dining room. In 1926, with the construction of new mission-style buildings, The Desert Inn had become known throughout the world. Nellie was known as “Mother Coffman” by the villagers for the virtue of her strong will and personality. She was an extraordinary lady pioneer. The hotel was razed in 1966.

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• The theory of general relativity is formulated. • Release of the U.S. silent film “Inspiration,” the first mainstream movie in which a leading actress (Audrey Munson) appears nude. • In Washington, D.C. the first stone of the Lincoln Memorial is put into place. • Georges Claude patents the neon discharge tube for use in advertising. • The Rocky Mountain National Park is established by an act of the U.S. Congress. • While working as a cook at New York’s Sloan Hospital under an assumed name, Typhoid Mary infects 25 people and is placed in quarantine for life.

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Mizell Documentary Film Salon Presents Michael Wood’s Art The Mizell Senior Center Documentary Film Salon is presenting Michael Wood’s Art of the Western World -Into the 20th Century on Wednesday, June 28th at 12:30PM at Mizell. When rapid advances in science, thought, and technology led to the secessionists, fauves, and cubists - Dada rejected everything, and architecture went international. this film features Klimt, Matisse, Picasso, Mondrian, Frank Lloyd Wright and other luminaries of the 20th Century. This series is one of the finest treatments of Western Art and Art History that is available in

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multimedia with Michael Woods as host and guide. It is a series that appeals to both experienced art historians, and persons who want an introduction to art history. Bernard “Butch” Epps, MFA will facilitate a guided discussion after the screening. For more information, contact Mizell Senior Center at 760323-5689 or email: butchepps@ymail. com. Cost is $5.00 for Mizell Members and $6.50 for Non-Members. Tickets are available at the Mizell Ticket Window. For information, call 760323-5689 or email: butchepps@ymail. com.

High tech help in growing old There’s good news for the 10,000 Americans who turn 65 each day: technology will make aging a lot easier, reports the Association of Mature American Citizens. AMAC says research into the use of new technologies is being conducted at several universities.

They are looking into how best to use a variety of existing and drawing board designs such as self-driving cars, robots, a bed that converts into a wheel chair and cell phone apps that keep you connected to your doctors.

Catch up with your reading Enjoy a good read this month, suggests the Association of Mature American Citizens. After all, the Bathroom

Readers’ Institute reminds us, June is National Bathroom Reading Month.

Independence Day Fireworks at Fantasy Springs WordSearch Answer

To celebrate Independence Day, the Cabazon Bandof Mission Indians and Fantasy Springs Resort Casino would like to invite friends, family and neighbors to gather for a very special, free fireworks show. The event will take place on Monday, July 3rd with the fireworks blasting off at 8:45pm from the Eagle Falls Golf Course and accompanying music will be simulcast on The Eagle 106.9. The public is welcome to gather around the Eagle Falls Pro Shop and in the surrounding parking lot. All ages are welcome to attend this special holiday event. The public is

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encouraged to arrive at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino early to secure a good spot to watch the show. Parking for the fireworks celebration will be permitted in the gravel parking lot closest to the Eagle Falls Golf Course Pro Shop (follow signs for Eagle Falls), in the casino parking garage and in the casino’s west and north lots. The public is welcome to bring blankets and low-back folding chairs to comfortably watch the show. For more information, please call Fantasy Springs at (800) 827-2946 or log onto www.FantasySpringsResort.com.

June 22, 2017

Stars and Streets of the Desert

Bing Crosby Star: 1903-1977 Street: Bing Crosby Drive, Rancho Mirage His name was on everyone’s lips at an early age. He had one of those singing voices you instantly recognized. Bing Crosby’s amazing career dates back to Spokane, Wash., where he worked as a prop boy in a local theatre and found inspiration watching his idol, Al Jolson. Crosby toured with the Paul Whiteman band, but left for a recording deal, followed by a lifetime of hit records, radio shows, feature films and television specials. Audiences loved the crooner’s smooth and easy boy-next-door style. He was linked to his recording of “White Christmas” throughout his entire career and it remains one of the best selling singles of all time. His recording success led him to numerous starring roles in movies such as “Going My Way” (Oscar winner), “The Country Girl” and “High Society.” But his favorite thing to do (besides golf) was to work with his buddy, Bob Hope. In one of the most successful comedy pairings in history, Crosby and Hope made seven popular “Road to…” pictures together. A savvy businessman, Crosby helped transform the recording industry by being the first to pre-

record his radio shows on tape and invested in the promising Ampex Electronics company. The entire industry followed. This new technology led to the laugh track being invented on Crosby’s show. Another successful endeavor was his ownership participation in Del Mar racetrack, where the famous champion racehorse Seabiscuit ran against Argentine champion Ligaroti, a horse Crosby co-owned. (Seabiscuit won). To this day, Crosby’s song “Where the Turf Meets the Surf” is played before post time. Among his real estate holdings was an investment in Rancho Mirage’s Blue Skies Village mobile homes, named after his famous song. He created a joint venture with his show business pals, many of whom, including Jack Benny, “camped” there and whose namesakes are found throughout the Blue Skies’ street signs. Bing Crosby Drive is there. Bing Crosby was married twice and had seven children. As a member of Tamarisk Country Club, he hosted the annual Crosby Tournament.

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