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CELEBRATING THE RESIDENTIAL PARK COMMUNITIES FOR 63 YEARS

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THE JACKSONS SHAKE THE STAGE WITH TRADEMARK POP-FUNK AND LEGENDARY SOUL By Alison Elsner

fter forming in the mid-60s, The Jacksons, five brothers from Gary, Indiana, became one of the most popular groups in the history of music with charttoppers like “Shake Your Body (Down to the Ground)” and “Can You Feel It.” The spectacular

showmanship continues, with such songs as “I Want You Back,” “ABC” and “I’ll Be There.” The Jackson 5 made history in 1970 as the first recording act whose first four singles reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. They ultimately scored 17 Top 40 singles. In 1976, the group, except for Jermaine, left Motown

for Epic Records where they added their brother Randy and changed their name to The Jacksons. Five albums between 1976 and 1981 produced the smash hit singles “Enjoy Yourself” and “Where Did Our Love Go.” The Jacksons’ unique brand of soulful pop-funk have made them one of the most beloved musical

acts of all time and reminds guests of the legacy of mega-star Michael Jackson. The Jacksons hit the stage at 8 p.m. on Saturday, August 25 at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino located at 84245 Inidio Springs Parkway in Indio. For tickets visit fantasyspringsresort.com

Steve Martin and Martin Short in “An Evening You Will Forget for the Rest of Your Life” By Alison Elsner

ulti-talented funnymen Steve Martin and Martin Short will present new musical sketches, conversations about their iconic careers and their legendary lives in show-business and stand-up on this live stage show. They will be joined by the Grammy Award-winning bluegrass band The Steep Canyon Rangers and renowned jazz pianist Jeff Babko. Acclaimed talent Steve Martin has earned numerous honors

including an Academy Award, five Grammy Awards, an Emmy Award, the Mark Twain Award and the Kennedy Center Honors. Many of Martin’s films are considered modern classics including, “The Jerk, Planes,” “Trains & Automobiles,” “Roxanne, Parenthood,” “L.A. Story,” and “Father of the Bride.” Martin Short is a beloved comedian and actor whose career spans television, film and theater. Since his breakout on NBC’s “Saturday Night Live,” Short has become a household name with roles in feature

films including “Innerspace,” “Three Amigos” and as wedding planner Franck Eggelhoffer in the “Father of the Bride” series. Contrary to the show’s title, it’s very likely that you will remember this show for a long time to come. Steve Martin and Martin Short take the stage at 8 p.m. on Friday, August 24 at The Show at Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa located at 32250 Bob Hope Drive in Rancho Mirage. For tickets visit hotwatercasino.com

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Calendar of events THURSDAY, AUGUST 16 Summer Film Series at 6 p.m. This month’s featured free screening is the 1989 film “The Cook, The Thief, His Wife and Her Lover” directed by Peter Greenaway. Annenberg Theater, 101 Museum Drive, Palm Springs. psmuseum.org FRIDAY – SUNDAY AUGUST 17 – 19 “All You Need is Love” Brenda Moore sings the songs of The Beatles. The Atrium, 69930 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage. cvrep.org SATURDAY, AUGUST 18 Desert Stories XIII at 7 p.m. Hosted by Cheryl Montelle and featuring an exciting line-up of eclectic artists, hear more true-life experiences and a few tall tales from some of the best storytellers and some special guests. Hi-Desert Cultural Center, 61231 Highway 62, Joshua Tree. hidesertculturalcenter.org Roger Daltrey at 8 p.m. Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member

and founder of “The Who” makes a tour stop in the desert to perform “Who” hits, rarities and songs from his new album. Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio. fantasyspringsresort.com SUNDAY, AUGUST 19 Sundays in Summer Series at 2 p.m. Paul Kay sings and plays songs in “We’re Having a Heatwave” with Alex Danson on piano. Arthur Newman Theatre, 73750 Catalina Way, Palm Desert. lesmichaels.com/joslyn WEDNESDAY – SUNDAY AUGUST 22 – 26 Palm Springs International Animation Film Festival The festival is expected to screen over 250+ award-winning short and 5 feature-length animated films from over 103 countries including Oscar, Emmy and Grammywinning artists. Palm Springs Convention Center, 277 North Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs. psiaf.org

It’s called ‘elderly pluck’ You don’t want to mess with this nonagenarian. She’s 95-years-old and tough as nails, as she proved when she single-handedly bested a black bear that invaded her kitchen in British Columbia recently, not once but twice in the same day, reports the Association of Mature American Citizens [AMAC]. The second time the bear paid Anna Stady an unwelcome visit she told

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him off. “Well, now I was really cross with him, and I told him so. I said ‘I’m really angry with you. Go home and don’t come back.’ I guess he believed me, because as far as I know, he hasn’t been back.” The Association of Mature American Citizens [www.amac.us] provides the Filler Files as a service on issues of concern to Americans over 50.

Serving 110 Mobile Manufactured Home and RV Parks in the Coachella, Morongo and Yucca Valley for 63 years. The Mobile Home News is a household tradition for the 55+ manufactured home park and RV Park population. Available at clubhouses and racks in manufactured home parks. Also available in many area businesses and senior centers. Businesses or private parties interested in advertising to the 55+ community please call 760-776-5181, Fax your inquiries to 760-776-5733 Published Thursdays by Hi-Desert Publishing Company. News, photos or editorial submissions or story ideas should be sent to news@desertmobilehomenews.com All delivery issues should be directed to Desert Fox Distribution at Desertfoxdist007@aol.com or call 760-989-0882

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Trivia Test By Fifi Rodriguez

1. LITERATURE: What are the four houses at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry? 2. GEOGRAPHY: Which of the six states in Australia is the largest in land area? 3. CHEMISTRY: What is the first element on the periodic table? 4. TELEVISION: Which longrunning TV show features a business called Duff Brewery? 5. HISTORY: When did the Space Age begin? 6. CURRENCY: Whose likeness appears on the $2 bill in the United States? 7. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: On which continent did the potato originate? 8. FOOD & DRINK: What is sushi usually wrapped in? 9. MOVIES: Who won Best Director in 1980 for the movie “Ordinary People”? 10. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is a baby whale called? © 2018 King Features Synd., Inc. ANSWER TO TRIVIA ON PAGE 9

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City of Palm Springs seeks residents to discuss and help decide districts The City of Palm Springs is currently changing the way its City Council members are elected and shifting from an ‘at large’ system to a ‘by district’ system. One of the most important steps in this process is defining the new districts and deciding if there should be either four or five. The City is asking all residents to participate in the discussion to help decide how it will create these districts. It needs to know what communities of interest Palm Springs residents would like to be considered. For instance, are there specific social, cultural, ethnic, or economic interests? Should school attendance areas, single-family and multi-family housing unit areas, income levels, or areas around parks or other neighborhood landmarks be considered? To gather this information,

the City is engaging in extensive community outreach and holding several public hearings in order to ensure residents and other stakeholders – particularly Latinos and others in underserved communities – are informed about and part of the process. There are many ways people may participate in the districting process. This includes submitting written comments, attending public meetings, or even drafting a proposed district map. To help residents create these maps, the City is providing a variety of map-drawing tools, including paper-only maps, paper maps with a supplemental Microsoft Excel kit and interactive view map, or an online map-drawing tool that enables residents to draw districts just like the professional demographers. Because the online map-drawing

tool is complex, the city offers a series of short, 90-120 second, training videos, a Quick Start Guide in English and in Spanish, and a OnePage tool reference sheet in English or in Spanish. It is also currently hosting informative workshops about how to use the mapping tool, so any resident will be able to create and submit district map suggestions. All completed maps must be submitted by September 15, 2018 at palmsprings@NDCresearch.com. The City’s demographic consultant will generate the population and other demographic details for each proposed map(s). It is the City’s desire to ensure that the proposed districts reflect prevalent communities of interest and that the citizenry be engaged in this urgent matter. For more information, visit psdistricts.com

Amish Uber Uber, the ubiquitous car service has made its presence known throughout the U.S. Its presence is so pervasive that it prompted an Amish man to start a buggyfor-hire service in St. Joseph, MI, which boasts the sixth largest Amish populations in the U.S., according to the Association of Mature American Citizens [AMAC].

Timothy Hochstedler, who started what is believed to be the nation’s first on call horse-drawn taxi service, charges a flat rate of $5.00 per ride. As he described his start up to reporters: “Uber is hot right now, so we have the Amish Uber.” Problem is that if you want a ride in Hochstedler, you can’t use an app on your smart phone to call

him. His is Amish, after all, and so he adheres strictly to Amish customs. In other words, you’ll have to flag him down if and when you see him. The Association of Mature American Citizens [www.amac.us] provides the Filler Files as a service on issues of concern to Americans over 50.

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WORD SEARCH

WEEK OF AUGUST 20, 2018 BORN THIS WEEK: Your sense of what’s right can inspire others if you remember not to push too hard to make your case. Moderation works best for you.

ARIES (MARCH 21 TO APRIL 19) Impatience with those who don’t keep up with you can cause resistance, which, in turn, can lead to more delays. Best to be helpful and supportive if you want results. TAURUS (APRIL 20 TO MAY 20) A surprise announcement from a colleague could put you on the defensive. Gather your facts and respond. You’ll soon find the situation shifting in your favor. GEMINI (MAY 21 TO JUNE 20) Time spent away from a project pays off with a new awareness of options you hadn’t considered before. Weigh them carefully before deciding which to choose. CANCER (JUNE 21 TO JULY 22) Consider confronting that personal conflict while there’s still time to work things out. A delay can cause more problems. A longtime colleague might offer to mediate. LEO (JULY 23 TO AUGUST 22) Some emerging matters could impede the Lion’s progress in completing an important project. Best advice: Deal with them now, before they can create costly delays. VIRGO (AUGUST 23 TO SEPTEMBER 22) Your aspect continues to favor an expanding vista. This could be a good time to make a career move, and taking an out-of-town job could be a good way to do it. LIBRA (SEPTEMBER 23 TO OCTOBER 22) Disruptive family disputes need to be settled so that everyone can move on. Avoid assuming this burden alone, though. Ask for -- no, demand -help with this problem. SCORPIO (OCTOBER 23 TO NOVEMBER 21) Patience is called for as you await word on an important workplace situation. A personal circumstance, however, could benefit by your taking immediate action. SAGITTARIUS (NOVEMBER 22 TO DECEMBER 21) Don’t lose confidence in yourself. Those doubters are likely to back off if you demand they show solid proof why they think your ideas won’t work. CAPRICORN (DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 19) A temporary setback might cause the usually sure-footed Goat some unsettling moments. But keep going. The path ahead gets easier as you move forward. AQUARIUS (JANUARY 20 TO FEBRUARY 18) There’s welcome news from the workplace. There also could be good news involving a relationship that has long held a special meaning for you. PISCES (FEBRUARY 19 TO MARCH 20) You might still need to cut some lingering ties to a situation that no longer has the appeal it once held. In the meantime, you can start to explore other opportunities. © 2018 King Features Syndicate, Inc.

Brain Teaser

I am a word of nine letters; my first three letters is referred to a new document or window on a computer; my four lower middle letters refers to someone having the ability to do something; half of my word refers to where you would eat, work or sit at; my last four letters is used to season your food to your taste. What am I? SEE ANSWER ON PAGE 11

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Recipe of the Week

The Kitchen Diva By Angela Shelf Medearis

SUPERFOODS FOR SUPERHEROS

y family and I LOVE Marvel Comics, television shows and movies. Evidently, the comic-book “geek” gene is hereditary, because my husband, daughter and granddaughter all can recite the history of Marvel comicbook heroes. It’s a light-hearted side of my typically serious husband that provides me with a glimpse of what he was like as a little boy. Recently, we had a great time at the movies seeing the funny, action-packed adventures of “Ant Man and the Wasp.” I had a few unanswered questions about superheroes, so I talked to an authority on all things Marvel Comics, C.B. Cebulski, the new editor-in-chief. C.B. has been a world-traveler from an early age. He spent his summers as a child visiting relatives in Sweden and Greece. As part of his editorial duties for Marvel Comics, he visits comic-book artists and writers in Asia, Europe and around the U.S. He’s also well-known for his video reviews featuring restaurant dishes that he’s discovered during his travels. Since I’m also a foodie, I wondered, What do Superheroes like to eat? Fortunately, C.B. has given a lot of thought to my question. The following is a synopsis of our lively conversation and a few of C.B.’s suggestions for “Superfoods” that have been featured in some of our favorite Marvel superheroes movies: IRON MAN/TONY STARK In the Iron Man and Avengers movies, there’s always some memorable dialogue about food. According to C.B., Stark created Iron Man because of his heart condition, so typically he eats a healthy diet. However, there are a few scenes where Stark delves into unusual

food choices, from eating doughnuts while sitting inside the iconic Randy’s Doughnuts sign to a celebratory visit to a shawarma restaurant with the other Avengers after saving the world. THOR C.B. explained that Odinson (often called “The Mighty Thor”) is based on the thunder god of Norse mythology, and he has an unbridled appetite. His motto seems to be “eat first, ask questions later.” C.B. would serve Thor hunks of roasted meats, smoked fish and a large turkey drumstick. He also has a fondness for coffee! BLACK PANTHER In its 1966 debut, Black Panther’s kingdom, the mystical land of Wakanda, was inspired by the people and food of the Congo. Since 2016, award-winning author TeNehia Coates has been writing the storylines for the Black Panther comic and movie. He attributes his inspiration for Wakanda to Ethiopia and its victory over the Italian army and any attempts at colonization. Ethiopian dishes are typically served in the form of a stew with meat and vegetables, and served on top of a large flatbread called “injera,” which is made from a fermented grain called teff. ANT MAN and THE WASP Scott Lang, aka Ant Man, and his daughter Cassie have a close, playful bond. C.B. thought that pancakes would be the perfect superfood for them. Ants and wasps love sugar, and wasps are attracted to fallen apples. I included those ingredients in my recipe for Ant Man’s Applesauce Pancakes with The Wasp’s Stinger Syrup, a breakfast that both big and little superheroes are sure to enjoy!

ANT MAN’S APPLESAUCE PANCAKES • 2 cups flour, all-purpose or wholewheat white

• 1 tablespoon baking powder • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg • 1/4 teaspoon salt • 2 1/2 tablespoons light brown sugar • 2 eggs • 1 1/2 cups milk, plus more as needed • 2 tablespoon oil • 1/2 cup cinnamon applesauce 1. Mix the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt and brown sugar together in a large mixing bowl. Make a “well” or a hole in the center. Add eggs, milk, oil and applesauce to the depression in the center of the flour mixture. Stir with whisk or fork until combined. If the mixture seems too thick, add a little more milk until thinned out enough. 2. Pour 1/4 cup onto a heated griddle or large, heavy skillet. When bubbles form on the pancake, flip over and cook other side until golden brown. Serve with The Wasp Stinger Syrup recipe below. Makes about 2 dozen pancakes.

THE WASP’S STINGER SYRUP The warm spices in this recipe add a little “sting” that keeps the syrup from being overly sweet while

enhancing the cinnamon flavor. • 1/2 cup white sugar • 1/2 cup light brown sugar • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour • 1/2 tablespoon ground cinnamon • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger • 1 teaspoon vanilla • 1 cup water 1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugars, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, vanilla and water. Bring mixture to a boil on mediumhigh heat, stirring often. Continue to boil and stir until mixture thickens to syrup consistency. 2. Remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Pour syrup over applesauce pancake. Serve immediately. Angela Shelf Medearis is an award-winning children’s author, culinary historian and the author of seven cookbooks. Her new cookbook is “The Kitchen Diva’s Diabetic Cookbook.” Her website is divapro.com. To see how-to videos, recipes and much, much more, Like Angela Shelf Medearis, The Kitchen Diva! on Facebook. Recipes may not be reprinted without permission from Angela Shelf Medearis. (c) 2018 King Features Synd., Inc., and Angela Shelf Medearis

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Now Here’s a Tip By JoAnn Derson

• If you often wake up in the morning with a neckache, try a new pillow. You can get them with cooling gel inserts, or ones designed especially for side sleepers or in ergonomic shapes. There must be one that will help you wake up refreshed. • “I save the Tyvek envelopes from Federal Express and other mailings to make cheap, sturdy aprons for my children’s art projects. The material is really durable, and it doesn’t cost me a thing, so I can throw it away without washing if I have a mind to.” – A Reader via email • “It’s time to clean the window screens again, but this year I busted out my small shop vacuum to clean them without having to remove the screens from the window itself. It did a pretty good job and was easy to port around the house.” – D.L. in Pennsylvania

• “I had a super-cute sock with a hole in the toe, and although I didn’t want to wear it, I wanted to keep it. I snipped the foot portion off and now use it as a bottle warmer or a condensation catcher, depending on what is in the drinking vessel. It’s easy to slip on, and works like a charm.” – A Reader via email • Back to school hack: A little lemon juice on a cotton swab can help “erase” highlighter marks on glossy paper. • Clean your air ducts in one fell swoop by removing the grates and lining them up on a sheet outside. I use my driveway, but you could use a deck or patio. Lay the sheet flat, then line the grates up. Scrub with a brush and soapy water, then use a hose to rinse. The sheet keeps ground dirt off the grates, and the water goes right through the sheet. Let dry and replace. (c) 2018 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Trivia Answers 1. Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, Hufflepuff and Slytherin 2. Western Australia 3. Hydrogen 4. “The Simpsons”

5. Oct. 4, 1957, with the launch of Sputnik 1 6. Thomas Jefferson 7. South America 8. Edible seaweed

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