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On The Cover The Ten Tenors, Thrillville, Modernism Week, and Jersey Boys highlight this February.

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McCormick’s Classic Car Auction Takes car enthusiasts on the ride of their life.

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Map It Out Need to pinpoint where you are and where you want to go?

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Things to Do Events in the high and low desert.

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Nightlife Roundup Festive nighttime outings unfold.

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Foodies Come Hither Delve into our roundup of some of the valley’s best dining venues.

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Golfer’s Guide Public courses worth taking a swing at.

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Happy Hour Relax, unwind, chill-out.

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Curtain Time Discover where the curtains will rise this month.

Attractions There’s no shortage of things to do.

Check out this list of local attractions.

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Hiking Places to stretch your legs in the desert.

Cover Photos: The Ten Tenors courtesy of McCallum Theatre. Thrillville courtesy of Thrillville.

Frank Sinatra House, photo by Jake Holt courtesy of Modernism Week. “Jersey Boys” courtesy of McCallum Theatre.

Call ahead for up-to-date info!

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s cities in both the high and low deserts start to open more businesses and venues based on the California reopening plan, we are pleased to list a number places

to visit inside this issue. Many have stepped up their Covid compliance and safety protocols to be open, so we still recommend double checking the venue or business websites for

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hours and possible COVID restrictions and vaccine requirements. Most importantly, enjoy our desert cities safely and bring your mask.

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COVER FEATURE

Ten Tenors The

Our Greatest Hits delights audiences with powerful anthems from the past 25 years

By Alison Elsner

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ust in time for Valentine’s Day, The Ten Tenors takes the McCallum stage with a show featuring their greatest hits from the past 25 years. One of Australia’s greatest entertainment success stories, this popular music ensemble has attracted an international fan base, having been seen by more than 90 million people worldwide witnessing their unmistakable charm, camaraderie and vocal

prowess. Following over two decades of sellout performances across the globe, including more than 2,500 headline concerts, The Ten Tenors have cemented their place as Australia’s premier classical-crossover group.

Celebrated for their colorful repertoire, breathtaking arrangements and powerful live performances, The Ten Tenors respectfully tip their hats not only to the great classical composers but also to contemporary music’s most popular artists. From Queen to Bowie, and from Lennon to Winehouse, The Ten Tenors are guaranteed to surprise and delight featuring their unmistakable tenpart harmonies.

Amidst their own explosive live concert experiences and remarkable achievements— including six platinum and gold records and more than 3.5 million concert tickets sold— The Ten Tenors have performed alongside countless music legends, including Andrea Bocelli, André Rieu, John Travolta, Nicole Kidman, Geoffrey Rush, Keith Urban, Rod

Stewart, Alanis Morissette, Sarah Brightman, Willie Nelson, Katherine Jenkins and Christina Aguilera.

They’re no strangers to television, either, with appearances on some of the world’s biggest broadcast events, including performing exclusively for talk-show queen Oprah Winfrey on Oprah’s Ultimate Australian Adventure, the Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon for an audience of 32 million viewers, The Today Show and Poland 2012 UEFA Cup in Warsaw.

Long-time member Michael Edwards is also the touring musical director of The Ten Tenors. Edwards said, “It’s such a thrill to listen to each tenor dominate their solos night after night. Listen for Queen, Puccini and even Ed Sheeran. There truly is something for everyone in this show.”

Whether delivering operatic arias or soulful ballads, The Ten Tenors are creating musical magic with their dynamic and choreographed performances. The power of ten has never been so impactful.

The Ten Tenors: Our Greatest Hits February 9-14 2, 3, 7, and 8 p.m. depending on day/performance McCallum Theatre 73000 Fred Waring Drive Palm Desert Tickets $100, $80 and $50 @thetentenors

760-340-2787 mccallumtheatre.com

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Modernism Week celebrates midcentury modern as the foremost showcase of vintage culture

By Alison Elsner Modernism Week February 17-27 Check website for event days, times and locations CAMP Headquarters 285 N. Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Tickets $12 to $65 Many events are free @modernism_week

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he annual festival that highlights the midcentury modern movement with visual, tactile and educational offerings throughout the Palm Springs area returns.

Favorites feature the Premier Double Decker Architectural Bus Tours, the Modernism Show & Sale, the Vintage Travel Trailer Show and tours of Sunnylands, Frey House II and famous homes formerly owned by Frank Sinatra, William Holden, Kirk Douglas and others. Also on the schedule will be a classic car show, garden tours, fashion events and walking and biking tours.

This year there will also be over 70 fascinating talks during the 11-

day event, such as “Surfacedesign on Modern Landscapes: California and Beyond,” “Palm Springs Modern Dogs at Home,” “Santa Fe Modern, Where the Ancient and the up-to-the-Minute Define Place” and many others.

For the first time during the event, visitors can tour Palm Desert’s Shadow Mountain area (with homes by Albert Frey and William Krisel), the 1960’s boutique community Calypso Palms in Palm Springs, eclectic midcentury homes in Magnesia Falls Cove in Rancho Mirage and other discoveries.

A portion of ticket proceeds benefits the nonprofit Modernism Week and other local preservation and neighborhood groups.

Modernism Bus Tour

Photo by David A. Lee. Courtesy of Modernism Week

Thrillville comes in Indio for 10 days of family fun and live entertainment

By Alison Elsner Thrillville February 18-27 Opening times vary by day Riverside County Fairgrounds 46350 Arabia Street, Indio Admission $10. Children under 5 and seniors 65 and older, free. @ thrillvillefun

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he name of the event pretty much describes the non-stop excitement that can be expected at this high energy production.

Thrillville will set up shop for 10 days at the Riverside County Fairgrounds, offering numerous fair favorites, including adrenaline-pumping carnival rides, games and food booths serving all the best fair treats as well as a huge array of entertainment.

Loads of activity options include live shark encounters, comedy performances, magic shows, music and more. The band Metalachi will perform live on stage, showcasing their groundbreaking act marked by

heavy metal Mariachi. Metalachi is best known from their appearances on Season 10 of “America’s Got Talent.” The Flying Royals Circus will also amaze audiences as this troupe of elite flying trapeze artists perform on a criss-crossing trapeze rigging. The Cartoon Poodles show demonstrates just how beautiful and intelligent these canines are, with more than a dozen colorful and playful poodles flying in the air, dancing and strutting their furry stuff in a conga line.

This magical exhibition delivers fun and frolic to all ages. Get ready to return multiple days to experience it all!

Photo courtesy of thethrillville.com

Jersey Boys takes audiences behind the nostalgic scenes of Franki Valli and the Four Seasons

By Alison Elsner Jersey Boys February 25-27 2, 7:30, and 8 p.m.

Depending on day/performance McCallum Theatre 73000 Fred Waring Drive Palm Desert Tickets $135, $95 and $65 @mccallumtheatre

760-340-2787 mccallumtheatre.com

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his 2004 jukebox musical has grown into an international phenomenon, with music by Bob Gaudio, lyrics by Bob Crewe and book by Marshall Brickman and Rick Ellice. The story dramatizes the formation, success and eventual break-up of the 1960’s rock ‘n’ roll group The Four Seasons.

The musical is structured as four “seasons”, each narrated by a different member of the band.

Audience will members find themselves singing along to muchloved tunes, including “Big Girls Don’t Cry”, “Sherry,” “December 1963 (Oh, What A Night),” “My

Eyes Adored You,” “Stay,” “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” “Walk Like A Man,” “Who Loves You” and “Working My Way Back to You,” among others.

The musical ran on Broadway from 2004 to 2017, and since its debut has toured globally. Jersey Boys won four 2006 Tony Awards including Best Musical and it received the 2009 Laurence Olivier Award for Best New Musical.

You won’t want to miss this account of four young men who had a look, an attitude and a sound like no other but who also remind us of our shared American past.

Photo courtesy of McCallum Theatre.

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McCormick’s

Classic Car Auction

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ars, cars and more cars. McCormick’s Rare Car Auction is back on the scene in its 35th year with Auction 72 ready to welcome classic car admirers as well as serious bidders and buyers. Attendees will be able to see roadsters, convertibles, muscle cars, trucks, wagons and more. Featured vehicles – 580 of them - set to cross the auction block include a 1959 Chevrolet Corvette, a 1969 Plymouth Roadrunner, a 1969 Chevrolet Corvette 427, a 1970 Ford Mustang, a 1930 Ford Roadster, a 1961 Chevrolet Impala and many other unique finds on wheels.

Past events have seen sales including a 1956 Jaguar XK140MC that sold for $169,600, a 1966 Shelby GT350H that sold for $138,860 and a 2018 Dodge Demon sold for $128,260.

Opening day Friday is free and open to the public and on Saturday and Sunday admission is $15 per day or $25 for both.

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For a teaser of some of the most impressive vintage autos in the country, guests are invited to stop by McCormick’s year-round show room at 244 North Indian Canyon Drive in Palm Springs.

1960 Plymouth Roadrunner

McCormick’s Palm Springs Collector Car Auction is held on February 25-27 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Held at the Palm Springs Convention Center, 277 North Avenida Caballeros in Palm Springs.

Free admission on Friday.

Saturday and Sunday, $15 per day or $25 for both days.

Vehicle entry and bidding fees are separate. For more information, call 760-320-3290 or visit classic-carauction.com.

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DINING RD RNNR’s favorites, featuring ceviche, ahi tuna nachos, adult mac with bacon and Tijuana salad.

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Valley cuisine to relish Cathedral City Bangkok Noodles Thai: Lunch and dinner.

Experience the authentic taste of pho, pad thai, curry and vegetarian dishes. The menu also includes entrees like ginger mushroom, garlic pepper, hot chili paste with your choice of protein. 35911 Date Palm Drive, Cathedral City.

760-324-3533, bangkok-noodles.com Barrel District Gastropub: Lunch and dinner.

The neighborhood gastropub and bar serves a variety of pizzas, appetizers, burgers, salads, vegetarian options and a wide selection of beers. 35939 Date Palm Drive, Cathedral City.

760-537-7431, barreldistrictpizza.com Bubba’s Bone & Brews BBQ: Lunch and dinner.

An American BBQ gastropub, where locals go to enjoy food, craft beers, spirits, wine and happy hour in a lively atmosphere. 68525 Ramon Road, Cathedral City. 760-699-7231, bubbasbonesandbrews.com.

Hamachi Sushi Japanese: Lunch and dinner.

Family-owned eatery serving classic and creative sushi rolls and Japanese entrees such as teriyaki. 31855 Date Palm Drive, Cathedral City. 760-832-6160, hamachisushicc.com Indian Oven Indian: Lunch and dinner.

The restaurant features the finest meats and freshest vegetables cooked with the best spices to bring out the true flavors of authentic Indian cooking. The menu offers a wide selection of dishes using both traditional and modern recipes. 35875 Date Palm Dr., Cathedral City. 760770-3918, indiaovenps.com La Tablita Restaurant Mexican: Lunch and dinner.

Featuring traditional dishes from the Los Altos region, like slow-cooked shredded lamb and traditional enchiladas suizas. 68369 East Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City. 760-3215935, latablita.menutoeat.com Nicolino’s Italian Restaurant Italian: Lunch and dinner.

Traditional Italian restaurant with a full menu like pizza, grilled chicken, bruschetta, specialty dishes and hamburgers. 35325 Date Palm Drive, Cathedral City. 760-324-0411, nicolinos.com

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The Southern Belle Café Southern: Breakfast and lunch.

The Southern menu features gator bites, beignets, soft shell crab po’ boy, cajun fried chicken strips, hickory pork ribs and much more. 35400 Date Palm Drive, Cathedral City. 442-615-0344, southernbellecafecc.com

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DINING Coachella Andy’s No. 5 Burgers Diner: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Known for their wide selection of burgers the restaurant also features sandwiches, salads, Mexican food including burritos, tacos, quesadillas, taquitos, hot dogs, chilli fries and more. 49950 Highway 111, Coachella.

760-398-2933 El Pecado Crafted Mexican Food Mexican: Breakfast and dinner.

All of the dishes are handcrafted. The chef focuses on turning typical Mexican dishes into works of art. The menu features vegetarian dishes with strong heritage flavors. 48975 Grapefruite Blvd., Coachella. 442215-4929, elpecadocraftedfood.com Jalisco Restaurant Mexican: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

The first Mexican restaurant in Coachella since 1971. Try the famous tortas, birria, and chavelas, as well as the tasty tacos, burritos, enchiladas and more. 1605 6th Street, Coachella. 760-398-7113, quierojalisco.com Mariscos El Capitan Mexican: Lunch and dinner.

Fresh dishes prepared with traditional Mexican and seafood recipes.

52565 Harrison Street, Coachella. 760-600-7575, mariscoselcapitan.com Taco Mark Mexican: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

The restaurant features traditional Mexican and diner food. Menu items include hot dogs, camarones a la diablo, street tacos, burritos, tortas, taquitos and combination plates. 49615 Harrison Street, Coachella. 760-391-5200

Desert Hot Springs Casa Blanca Mexican: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

The menu features over thirty dishes such as enchilada breakfast, carnitas, enchiladas suizas, fajitas, tortas, burgers and a wide selection of seafood dishes. 66370 Pierson Blvd, Desert Hot Springs. 760-251-5922, casablancamenu.com The Cottage Too American: Breakfast and lunch.

Serving a variety of omelettes, pancakes and their famous biscuits and gravy. Lunch items include sandwhiches, chili and burgers. 66230 Pierson Blvd., Desert Hot Springs. 760-329-4044, thecottagetoo.com Rocky’s New York Style Pizzeria Italian: Lunch and dinner.

Serving fresh Italian cuisine featuring pasta, subs, grinders, egg and chicken parmigiana and fresh hand-tossed pizza crust made to order. 12856 Palm Drive, Desert Hot Springs. 760-329-1467, rockyspizzadhs.com The Spread Sandwiches: Lunch and dinner.

Featuring fresh ingredients and veggies provided by Farmer in the Dale.

Menu highlights include buffalo chicken sub, pesto chicken sub, ham and chedder sub, veggie and avocado sub. 66169 Pierson Blvd., Desert Hot Springs. 442-484-8881, spreaddhs.com South of the Border Mexican: Lunch and dinner.

Offering traditional Mexican fare such as tacos and burritos, to tender and flavorful carnitas and camarones al mojo de ajo. 11719 Palm Drive, Desert Hot Springs. 760-251-4000 Thai Palm Restaurant Thai: Lunch and dinner.

An exotic taste of authentic Thai food, offering seafood, lamb and Sia noodles with a harmonious blend of spicy, subtle flavors both sweet and sour. 12070 Palm Drive, Desert Hot Springs. 760-288-3934, thaipalmdhs.com

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DINING O’Caine’s Irish Pub’s bangers and masha

Gastro Grind Burgers “The Oinker”

Indian Wells Citrus and Palms at Miramonte Resort & Spa American: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Featuring fresh local cuisine like pumpkin seed French toast to stir-fried snap peas to bluefin poké, the menu is sure to impress.

45000 Indian Wells Lane, Indian Wells. 760341-7200, miramonteresort.com Don Diego’s of Indian Wells Mexican: Lunch and dinner.

Serving authentic Mexican cuisine featuring Tia Maria chile relleno, green corn tamales, or sizzling fajitas. 74969 HIghway 111, Indian Wells. 760-340-5588, dondiegoiw.com Eureka!

American: Dinner.

Gourmet burgers, sandwiches, fresh salads, locally sourced produce and ultra-premium craft beer and whiskey. 74985 Highway 111, Indian Wells. 760-834-7700, eurekarestaurantgroup.com The Nest American: Dinner.

A full-service restaurant with American cuisine that offers spicy ahi tostadas, simple grilled Scottish salmon, shrimp scampi and much more. 75188 Highway 111, Indian Wells.

760-346-2314, gotothenest.com The Pink Cabana at Sands Hotel & Spa Mediterranean: Lunch and dinner.

The ingredient-driven restaurant features Mediterranean cuisine with a Moroccan influence. The menu features filet mignon, harissa chicken, prime ribeye, appetizers, shareable bites and more. 44985 Province Way, Indian Wells. 760-321-3771, sandshotelandspa.com Vicky’s of Santa Fe American: Dinner.

The dinner menu offers choices of prime steak, fresh seafood, pork chops and rack of lamb that can be paired with any number of savory sides, such as twice-baked potato or classic mac ‘n’ cheese. 45100 Club Drive, Indian Wells. 760-345-9770, vickysofsantafe.com

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Vue Grille & Bar at Indian Wells Golf Resort American: Lunch and dinner.

The menu features bourbon buffalo wings, margherita flatbread, half pound turkey burger, fish and chips, crispy pork shank. 44500 Indian Wells Lane, Indian Wells. 760-834-3800, indianwellsgolfresort.com

Hamachi Sushi’s loca roll

Indio The Cafe at Shields American: Breakfast and lunch.

Guests can expect to find a variety of delicious items including signature dishes featuring dates, salads topped with homemade dressings, sandwiches served on homemade bread, authentic Mexican cuisine. 80225 Highway 111, Indio. 760-775-0902, shieldsdategarden.com China Bistro Chinese: Lunch and dinner.

Offering authentic gourmet Chinese cuisine.

The menu features wonton soup, crab rangoon, sesame chicken, Szechwan garlic chicken, bbq pork, beef and broccoli, crispy orange beef, noodles and vegetarian dishes. 45765 Towne Street, Indio. 760-342-7288, chinabistroindio.com El Mexicali Cafe II Mexican: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

The menu offers a variey of traditional dishes featuring chile verde, tacos, enchiladas, sopes, carne asada, flautas, and more. 43430 Monroe Street, Indio. 760-342-2333, elmexicalicafe2.com Golden Dragon Chinese: Lunch and dinner.

The restaurant serves traditional Chinese cuisine, bbq pork spare ribs, won ton soup, kung pao shrimp, general Tso’s chicken, string bean beef, twice cooked pork, chop suey, ma po tofu. 81944 Highway 111, Indio. 760-775-9888

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Heirloom Craft Kitchen American: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Featuring delicious scratch made soups, salads, small plates, sandwiches featuring local and organic produce. 49990 Jefferson Blvd., Indio. 760-773-2233, heirloomcraftkitchen.com Rincon Norteño Café Mexican: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Delicious, authentic north Mexican cuisine featuring a full bar, menudo, machaca, chilaquiles, carne asada, combination plates, tamales and seafood. 83011 Indio Blvd., Indio.

760-347-4754, rinconnorteno.com Soul of Mexico Mexican: Lunch and dinner.

This family owned and operated restaurant serves authentic Michoacan-Mexican dishes.

Menu highlights include tamales, chicken achiote, sopes, enchiladas michoacan and so much more dishes. 44100 Jefferson Street, Indio. 760-200-8787, soulofalmademexico.com

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DINING Indio TKB Bakery & Deli American: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Sandwich shop and deli serving cookies, scones, muffins and deli sandwiches made with freshly baked breads, crisp greens and savory meats. 45334 Golf Center Parkway, Indio.

760-775-8330, tkbbakery.com uniQue bite eatery American: Lunch and dinner.

The menu is a mixture of gourmet plates, sandwiches, seafood and vegetarian dishes.

82900 Avenue 42, Indio. 760-342-9286, uniquebiteeatery.com

Joshua Tree Crossroads Café American: Breakfast and lunch.

The café offers items like huevos rancheros, scrambles, grilled portabello burger, turkey club, tuna meltdown, tacos, salads and more.

61715 Twentynine Palms, Joshua Tree. 760-3665414, crossroadscafejtree.com Joshua Tree Saloon American: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

This unique, one of a kind western saloon features a large variety to choose from; southwest garden burger, flame grilled 16 oz. bone in ribeye and more. 61835 Twentynine Palms Highway, Joshua Tree. 760-366-2250, joshuatreesaloon.com

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JT Country Kitchen American: Breakfast and Lunch The menu offers traditional breakfast, omelettes, biscuits n’ gravy, breakfast burritos, burgers, salads, homemade chili and milkshakes. 61768 Twentynine Palms Highway, Joshua Tree. 760-366-8988, jtcountrykitchen.com The Natural Sisters Café American: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner The menu features food made with kindness, focus and love such as sausage and egg sliders, egg bagel, chop salad, veggie and hummus wrap, warm curried rice wrap, avocado black bean burger, juices and smoothies. 61695 Twentynine Palms Highway, Joshua Tree. 760366-3600, naturalsisterscafe.com

La Quinta Fortun’s Kitchen + Bar American: Dinner.

The eatery boasts a diverse, mouth-watering menu of classic all-American family favorites with a distinct gourmet edge. Every item on our menu is made with fresh ingredients and hand built to order. 78085 Avenida La Fonda, La Quinta. 760-564-8744, fortunskitchen.com The Grill on Main American: Lunch, dinner and happy hour Chef Brett Maddock delivers an exciting new approach to American fare. Choose from a

wide variety of appetizers, crisp salads, seafood, steak and pasta dishes, along with specialty sandwiches and burgers. Full bar includes microbrews and a exceptional wine list. Open Monday-Friday, 11:30 a.m. to Close; Saturday & Sunday 11 a.m. to Close. Happy Hour: 3-6 p.m. 78065 Main Street, Old Town La Quinta, 760-777-7773, thegrillonmainlq.com La Quinta Brewing Company Old Town Taproom & Grill Pub: Lunch, dinner and “hoppy” hour.

Enjoy pub food favorites including burgers, sandwiches, nachos, salads, soft pretzels and more. Their award-winning selection of taps has even more variety and patio dining with great mountain views. Sunday-Thursday: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday-Saturday: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. 78100 Main Street, Old Town La Quinta, 760-972-4251, laquintabrewing.com RD RNNR Libations, Pints & Plates Craft American: Lunch, dinner & happy hour.

RD RNNR offers Craft American fare made with fresh ingredients, great value, creative cocktails, and a well-balanced selection of rotating taps in an invigorating, casual dining atmosphere. Sun -Thurs: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Fri: 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.; Happy hour daily: 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. 78075 Main Street, Old Town La Quinta, 442-400-3255, roadrunnerlq.com

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DINING La Quinta Stuft Pizza Bar & Grill Italian/American: Lunch, dinner & happy hour.

Popular hotspot with award-winning fresh pizza and menu, featuring 100 items including steaks, seafood and great salads. Super-generous portions and friendly, energetic atmosphere.

Great bar, wine-list. Mon-Sat: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sun: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Happy Hour: 3 to 6 p.m.

78015 Main Street, Old Town La Quinta, 760777-9989, stuftpizzabarandgrill.com TQLAS Agave Bar & Grill Mexican: Lunch, dinner and happy hour Traditional, home-style Mexican food and creative cocktails, great atmosphere. Daily 11 a.m.9 p.m.; Happy hour 3-6 p.m. 78015 Main Street, Old Town La Quinta, tqlas.com 442-256-4059

Palm Desert Athena Gyro Mediterranean: Lunch and dinner.

Featuring authentic cuisine with traditional spices and flavors that make each dish an opportunity to experience classics and delicacies in new exciting ways. 73121 Country Club Dr., Palm Desert. 760-774-8387, athena-gyro.com BaBaLoo Lounge Cuban/Peruvian: Lunch and dinner.

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create their authentic dishes like saltados, ceciches, Peruvian sashimi, rice bowls, burgers, sandos and more. 73833 Highway 111, Palm Desert. 760-895-4186, babaloolounge.com Blue Orchid Thai Bistro Thai: Lunch and dinner.

Exceptional, authentic Thai food that uses only the best quality herbs, spices and ingredients in dishes like pad thai, pineapple fried rice, phuket seafood combo. 73030 El Paseo, Palm Desert. 760-776-6610, blueorchidpd.com Daily Grill American: Lunch and dinner.

This eatery will tantalize your senses with every meal offering unique appetizers, crisp salads, fresh seafood, Angus beef and homemade desserts. 73061 El Paseo, Palm Desert.

760-779-9911, dailiygrill.com Fisherman’s Market & Grill Seafood: Lunch and dinner.

Dedicated to serving the absolute freshest fish, with the most unique recipes; they maintain the highest standards that simply can’t be beat. 44250 Town Center Way, Palm Desert, 760-776-6533, fishermans.com French Corner Café French: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

An authentic French bakery with unique pastries that also offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. 72423 Highway 111, Palm Desert. 760568-5362, frenchcornercafe.com

Fresh Agave Mexican Bar & Grill Mexican: Lunch and dinner.

Serving a variety of chicken, beef, pork and seafood dishes including fajitas, chiles rellenos and enchiladas. 73325 Highway 111, Palm Desert.

760-836-9028, freshagavemexicanbarandgrill.com Gastro Grind Burger American: Lunch and dinner.

Serving fresh homemade burgers like the classic backyard burger and oinker burger, along with fries and milkshakes. 73850 Highway 111, Palm Desert. 760-404-0300, gastrogrindburgers.com Kaiser Grille American: Lunch and dinner.

The menu offers all natural, hormone-free USDA prime beef, free range organic chicken, sustainable/wild seafood, and fresh, local produce. 74040 Highway 111, Palm Desert. 760779-9888, kaisergrillepalmdesert.com Mastro’s Steakhouse Steakhouse: Dinner The menu is famous for its hand-cut prime steaks and selection of the freshest seafood.

73405 El Paseo, Palm Desert. 760-776-6777, mastrosrestaurants.com Paradise Cove Cafe American: Breakfast and lunch.

Enjoy pancakes, oversized omelettes, burgers and more at this family-owned cafe with patio seating. 44150 Town Center Way, Palm Desert.

760-779-1617, paradisecove.cafe

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DINING Palm Desert Pacifica Seafood Restaurant Seafood: Dinner.

The innovative menu features a variety of fresh seafood and flavorful steak dishes complemented by their international vodka menu and wine list. 73505 El Paseo, Palm Desert.

760-674-8666, pacificaseafoodrestaurant.com Ramen Musashi Japanese: Lunch and dinner.

The chefs created a ramen recipe that combines seasonal ingredients and traditional methods. The menu focuses on traditionally made soup, fresh noodles, savory topping including succulent braised pork belly chashu. 44491 Town Center Way, Palm Desert.

760-674-7299, ramenpalmdesert.com Ristorante Mamma Gina Italian: Dinner.

Enjoy an authentic Italian dinner made from recipes straight from Italy. Highlights include, spaghetti alla carbonara, gnocchi al gorgonzola, gamberoni scampi, and more. 73705 El Paseo, Palm Desert. 760-568-9898, mammagina.com Sherman’s Deli and Bakery American: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

NYC-style deli serving kosher fare from morning to night, with specialty cakes and other baked goods. 73161 Country Club Drive, Palm Desert. 760-568-1350, shermansdeli.com

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Shogun Restaurant Teppanyaki: Dinner Master chefs dazzle you with Samurai-like swordsmanship as they skillfully slice, dice, juggle and entertain you while preparing steaks, chicken, seafood, and veggies right in front of you on a sizzling Teppanyaki grill. Craving sushi? The chefs prepared fresh fish and seafood will satisfy your craving. 74225 Highway 111, Palm Desert. 760-346-1223, restaurantshogun.com Wildest Restaurant + Bar American/Plant Base: Dinner Health inspired casual fine dining features wild caught seafood, grass fed meats, locally sourced produced. Plant based options with all plant based meats made in house. 72990 El Paseo, Palm Desert. 760-636-0441, wildestrestaurant.com

Palm Springs 1501 Uptown Gastropub American: Brunch and dinner.

The menu offers a range or seasonal freshly prepared food like pan roasted wild mahi mahi, shepherds pie, pressed pastrami “Ruben” and comprehensive drinks. Brunch served Saturday and Sunday. 1501 North Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-320-1501, 1501uptown.com Al dente Trattoria Toscana Italian: Lunch and dinner.

A quaint cucina with a decidedly European atmosphere, an extensive menu of beef, veal,

pasta and fresh seafood entrées. 491 North Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-325-1160, aldentepalmsprings.com Azúcar at La Serena Villas American: Lunch and dinner.

Tucked away inside La Serena Villas, Azucar features a modern spin on tapas and Mediterranean plates. This is a 21 and over smoke-free property. 339 South Belardo Road, Palm Springs. 844932-8044, azucarpalmsprings.com Bar Cecil American/European: Dinner The bistro menu nods to the great American and European bistro experience. Entrees include roasted Gonestraw Farm chicken, pan seared halibut, smoked bone-in pork chop. 1555 S. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs. 442-332-3800, barcecil.com Birba Italian: Dinner The innovative menu features Italian wood-fire pizzas, pasta, salads, braised meats and homemade desserts. 622 North Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-327-5678, birbaps.com Bill’s Pizza Italian: Lunch and dinner.

Try one of 22 creations: Carol’s white pizza, pesto, bbq chicken, blue moon or choose your own ingredient combinations. 119 S. Indian Canyon Dr., Palm Springs. 760-325-5571, billspizzapalmsprings.com

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DINING The Grill on Main’s 6 ounce petite filet mignon served with herb roasted fingerlings, house bacon, brussel sprouts, blue cheese and peppercorn sauce

Palm Springs Chef Tanya’s Kitchen Vegan: Lunch and dinner.

Clean, fun food for everyone. Plant-based kitchen featuring a vegan menu with items like el cubano and chupacabra chick’n sandwich, sriracha cheesy panini, Moroccan roasted cauliflower salad, Tanya’s lasagne and caprese powerburger. 706 South Eugene Road, Palm Springs.

760-832-9007, cheftanyaskitchen.com Copley’s on Palm Canyon American: Dinner.

Located in the historic Cary Grant estate, award winning chef Andrew Manion Copley’s cuisine features the finest meat, seafood and fresh produce prepared with innovative flair. 621 North Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-327-9555, copleyspalmsprings.com Eight4Nine Restaurant and Lounge American: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

The menu focuses on both presentation and flavor, incorporating diverse culinary influences while utilizing the freshest produce, seafood and meats. 849 N. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs. 760-325-8490, eight4nine.com El Patio Mexican: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Family run restaurant serving authentic Mexican dishes like chile verde, shrimp ceviche, pozole, enchiladas, mole, carnitas, tacos and so much more. 139 E. Andreas Rd., Palm Springs. 760-832-6332, elpatiopalmsprings.com Happy Sushi Japanese: Lunch and dinner.

Serving regular rolls, deep fried and baked rolls, poke bowls, sashimi, chef special rolls, rice bowls, ramen, and traditional Japanese dishes, as well as a selecion of sake, beer and wine. 155 South Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs.

760-318-0717, happysushipalmsprings.com

The Roost’s menu offers something for everyone, featuring California breakfast burrito, The Roost special burger, prime rib on Fridays and much more.

Jake’s American: Lunch, dinner & weekend brunch.

A hip and casual bistro serving fresh innovative fare and comfort food favorites like the Miami Vice salad, chicken milanese sandwhich, crab cakes, monte cubano, rigatoni, meatloaf, along with a full bar. 644 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-327-4400, jakespalmsprings.com Johannes Austrian: Dinner Featuring award-winning, inventive cuisine with a global twist from creative chef Johannes Bacher. Delight in the eclectic and delicious menu selections such as pork tenderloin medallions, chicken or shrimp curry, crispy roasted maple leaf half duck and weiner schnitzel. 196 South Indian Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-778-0017, johannespalmsprings.com Nature’s Health Food and Cafe American: Breakfast and lunch.

A vegan/vegetarian cafe that uses organic produce and products with over 100 items on the menu. 555 South Sunrise Way, Palm Springs. 760323-9487, natureshealthfoodcafe.com Riccio’s Steak and Seafood Italian /American: Dinner.

It’s an ideal spot to sip a Bellini and savor the house lobster martini, a chilled appetizer made of Maine lobster and mango chunks, drizzled with mango rum, served up in a martini glass and then ponder the medley of choices on Riccio’s Mediterranean-focused menu. 495 N. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs. 760-325-3111, ricciossteakandseafood.com

Eight4Nine’s burger with beef tenderloin, Beecher’s white cheddar, butter lettuce, ripe tomato with applewood bacon on a brioche bun

Rooster and the Pig Vietnamese: Dinner.

Stylish, industrial-chic eatery serving Vietnamese fare (check website for current menu), plus craft cocktails. 356 South Indian Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-832-6691, roosterandthepig.com

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DINING Rancho Mirage Acqua California Bistro American: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

The casual bistro offers varied Californian cuisine, plus an all-day happy hour. The River, 71800 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage. 760-8629800, acquaranchomirage.com Babe’s Bar-B-Que and Brewhouse American: Lunch and dinner.

Babe’s menu highlights include mouth-watering steaks, hickory bbq, sandwiches and a full bar.

The River, 71800 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage.

760-346-8738, babesbbqandbrewhouse.com Norma’s Italian Kitchen Italian: Lunch and dinner.

Experience authentic Italian cuisine with specialties entrees in poultry, veal and much more. 42418 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage.

760-834-8738, normasitaliankitchen.com O’Caine’s Irish Pub Sports Pub: Lunch and dinner.

A genuine Irish public house with a private dining room, gift shop, dart boards, live music, sports, crafted Irish cocktails and chef-prepared cuisine inspired by flavors of Ireland. 36101 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage.

760-202-3311, ocainesirishpub.com Shame on the Moon American: Dinner This fine dining restaurants tantalizing menu

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features steaks, a diverse selection of seafood, pasta dishes and in-house made deserts. Paired with a handcrafted martini or a selection from the extensive wine list makes for a memorable date night, birthday or anniversary celebration. 69950 Frank Sinatra Drive, Rancho Mirage.

760-324-5515, shameonthemoon.com

Twentynine Palms Kitchen in the Desert Café Caribbean & American: Lunch and dinner The menu pulls from Trinidadian family recipes, making all of the dishes and sauces with whole, raw ingredients to standards that respect authentic island food. 6427 Mesquite Avenue, Twentynine Palms. 760-865-0245, kitcheninthedesert.com The Rib Co. Barbecue: Lunch and Dinner The menu offers a wide variety of selections including ribs, seafood, salads, sandwiches, burgers and some house favorites such as lamb chops and meatloaf. 72183 Twentynine Palms Highway, Twentynine Palms. 760-3671663, theribco.com Mexican Street Tacos Mexican: Lunch and dinner.

The authentic Mexican menu offers nachos, quesadillas, burritos and street tacos. 73768 Gorgonio Drive, Twentynine Palms. 760-8650808, mexican-street-tacos.business.site

Yucca Valley 2 Guys Pies Brick Oven Pizza Italian: Lunch and Dinner Offering creative pizzas with daily made dough, hearty sandwiches, salads, pasta, dessert, beer and wine. 56969 Yucca Trail, Yucca Valley. 760-418-5075, 2guyspies.com Aki Sushi Japanese: Lunch and Dinner The menu offers teriyaki bowls, noodle soups, stir fried noodles, bento, sushi and sashimi, Japanese ramen, tempura and salads. 57045 Twentynine Palms Highway, Yucca Valley. 760365-7755, akisushi.site.mobi Frontier Café American: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Coffee shop and café serving breakfast, lunch and coffee. Outdoor seating available. 55844 Twentynine Palms Highway, Yucca Valley. 760820-1360, cafefrontier.com The Roost at Hawk’s Landing American: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

The menu features French toast, breakfast burritos, burgers, paninis, salads, fresh Atlantic salmon, all available to-go or dine on the patio over-looking the golf course. 55100 Martinez Trail, Yucca Valley. 760-365-0033, hawkslandinggolf.com

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Happy Hour

Relax, unwind and chill-out Hours sometimes changes after press deadline.

Please check with venue to confirm happy hour time and day.

Cathedral City Bubba’s Bones & Brews Daily happy hour, 3 to 6:30 p.m. 68525 Ramon Rd., Cathedral City. 760-699-7231, bubbasbonesandbrews.com Trilussa Ristorante Daily happy hour is available at the bar from 4 to 7 p.m. 68718 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City. 760-3282300, trilussarestaurant.com San Miguel Mexican Restaurant Happy hour specials served Monday - Thursday from 3 to 6 p.m. 35320 Date Palm Dr., Cathedral City.

760-328-9402, taqueriasanmiguel.com The Roost Lounge Serving up daily happy hour from 3 to 5 p.m. 68718 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Cathedral City. 760-507-8495, theroostcc.com

Indian Wells Eureka! Daily “hoppy” hour, 2 to 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. to close. 74985 Highway 111, Indian Wells.

760-834-7700, eurekarestaurantgroup.com The Nest Offering happy hour from SundayThursday, 4 to 5:30 p.m. 75188 Highway 111, Indian Wells. 760-346-2314, gotothenest.com Vue Grille & Bar Happy hour offered from 3 to 5 p.m. Monday-Saturday. 44500 Indian Wells Lane, Indian Wells. 760-834-3800, indianwellsgolfresort.com

Indio June Hill’s Table Enjoy specials on drinks, pizzas and starters every Wednesday through Saturday from 1 to 5 p.m. 51750 Polo Club Drive, Indio. 760-797-7229, mytrilogylife.com Tack Room Tavern Offering daily happy hour from 3-6 p.m. 81800 51st Avenue, Indio.

760-347-9985, tackroomtavern.com Tu Madres Cantina & Grill Happy hour is served daily, 4 to 5:30 p.m. 49990 Jefferson, Indio.

760-837-7787, tumadrescantina.com

La Quinta The Grill on Main Daily happy hour, 3 to 6 p.m. $4 taco Tuesday, 3 to 6 p.m. 78065 Main Street, La Quinta. 760-777-7773, thegrillonmainlq.com

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Stuft Pizza Bar & Grill Daily happy hour, 3 to 6 p.m. 78015 Main St., La Quinta. 760-7779989, stuftpizzabarandgrill.com RD RNNR Libations, Pints & Plates Daily happy hour, 2:30-5:30 p.m. 78075 Main Street, La Quinta. 442-400-3255, roadrunnerlq.com La Quinta Brewing Company - Old Town Taproom & Grill “Hoppy” hour, 3 to 6 p.m. Monday-Thursday. 78100 Main Street, La Quinta. 760-972-4251, laquintabrewing.com TQLAS Agave Bar & Grill Tuesday-Sunday happy hour, 3 to 6 p.m. Closed Monday 78015 Main Street, La Quinta. 442-256-4059, tqlas.com

Palm Desert La Fe Wine Bar Happy hour offered Tuesday -Saturday, 5 to 7 p.m. 73900 El Paseo, Palm Desert. 760-565-1430, facebook.com/LaFeWineBar Larkspur Grill Happy hour, WednesdaySunday, 3 to 5 p.m. 45400 Larkspur Lane, Palm Desert. 760-340-6069, larkspurgrill.com Little Bar Enjoy discounts on cocktails and food daily until 6 p.m. 73560 N. Palm Desert Drive, Palm Desert. 760-565-1965, little-bar.com Pacifica Seafood Restaurant Daily happy hour at the bar, 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. all night Sunday and Wednesday. 73505 El Paseo, Palm Desert. 760-674-866, pacificaseafoodrestaurant.com Solano’s Bar & Grill Happy hour, MondaySunday, 3 to 5 p.m. 37029 Cook Street, Palm Desert. 760-565-1786, solanosbarandgrill.com

Palm Springs Boozehounds Happy hour from 3 to 5 p.m.

Monday-Friday. 2080 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-656-0067, boozehoundsps.com El Jefe at The Saguaro Palm Springs Come enjoy happy hour, Monday-Friday from 2 to 6 p.m. 1800 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs.

760-323-1711, thesaguaro.com/palm-springs Paul Bar/Food Daily happy hour from 4 to 7:15 p.m. 3700 East Vista Chino, Palm Springs.

760-656-4082, thepaulbarps.com The Reef Palm Springs Hula happy hour, Monday-Thursday, 1 to 5 p.m. 411 E Palm Canyon Rd., Palm Springs. 760-656-3839, thereefpalmsprings.com Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Marlin Bar Daily happy hour from 3 to 6 p.m. 111 North Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760778-0019, tommybahama.com

Rancho Mirage Dringk Eatery + Bar Daily happy hour from 5 to 7 p.m. 71800 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage. 760-888-0111, dringkbar.com O’Caine’s Irish Pub Happy hour is served Monday-Tuesday and Thursday through Sunday, 3 to 6 p.m. 36101 Bob Hope Dr., Rancho Mirage. 760-202-3311, ocainesirishpub.com Yard House Happy hour, 3 to 6 p.m. 71800 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage. yardhouse.com

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CURTAIN TIME

Discover where the curtains will rise this month

By Gary Walker

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opular actress and director Judith Chapman will host Palm Canyon Theatre’s “There’s Nothing Like a Dame” Broadway Concert, featuring the Divas from Palm Springs, one-night only, 7 p.m., Wednesday, February 9.

Some of the favorite Palm Canyon Theatre Divas scheduled to perform are Pamla Vale Abramson, Francesca Amari, Morgana Corelli, Keisha D, Jaci Davis, Mary Ewing, Jana Giboney, Se Layne, Virginia Sulick and many others.

Curtain Time: “There’s Nothing Like a Dame” featuring the Divas of Palm Springs, 7 p.m., Wednesday, February 9, Palm Canyon Theatre, 538 North Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs.

Tickets: $30. For info and tickets, call 760-3235123 or visit palmcanyontheatre.org.

Neil Simon at DTW

Desert Theatreworks presents Neil Simon’s “I Ought to Be in Pictures,” which won the Tony Award for Dinah Manoff as Best Featured Actress in a Play, runs February 11-March 13, at the Indio Performing Arts Center (IPAC).

The three-character comedy involves Herbert Tucker, a struggling screenwriter with writer’s block who abandoned his New York family 16 years earlier.

His daughter Libby arrives at the West Hollywood home of her father, whom she barely remembers. She believes he can give her the Hollywood acting career she desires. Libby not only forces Herb to deal with fatherhood, but to come to terms with his on again/off again relationship with his girlfriend Steffy.

Among the reviews: “A finely tuned theatrical blend of hilarity, honesty, directly and deeply felt emotion.”

Curtain Time: Neil Simon’s “I Ought to Be in Pictures,” February 11-March 13, 7:30 p.m., Thursday-Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday, Indio Performing Arts Center, 45175 Fargo St., Indio. For tickets and info, visit dtworks.org.

CVRep’s Childers Luncheon

Michael Childers

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For 16 years, he’s had one of the major events in the Coachella Valley with sold-out performances of “One Night Only.” This year’s production at the McCallum Theatre will be held Wednesday, November 9, and will benefit the Barbara Sinatra Children’s Center.

He has gathered several of his celebrity friends to share anecdotes about his life photographing high-profile actors, musicians, artists and authors, including actress Stephanie Powers, fashion designer and costumier Bob Mackie, photographer Greg Gorman, lyricist and director David Zippel and actress, singer, voiceover art-

ist, writer, producer and director Julie Garnye.

Music director will be Todd Schroeder, voiceover artist Gary Shaw will announce the program and KESQ-TV Weekday Anchor and Reporter Peter Daut will interview his friend Michael. Photographer David Crotty will immortalize the Luminary Luncheon.

Curtain Time: CVRep Luminary Luncheon Honoring Michael Childers, noon, Thursday, February 17; 11:15 a.m. special sponsor reception, Westin Mission Hills, Rancho Mirage. Individual tickets are $125, 760-296-2966 ext. 115. For more info, visit CVRep.org.

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CURTAIN TIME ‘Almost Love’ at Theatre 29

Director Liyan McNeltier says, “This isn’t your usual Valentine’s Day themed Cabaret. Sure, you’ll hear songs about love… but it’s not going to be the stuff that dreams are made of. No, this cabaret is dedicated to the rest of us, the ones unlucky in love. Because some of us can’t even get a happy beginning, let alone a happy ending.”

This romantic comedy cabaret show at Theatre 29 will showcase the anti-hero lovers of Liyan McNeltier Broadway musicals as performed by the talented cast of Haley Kooyman, Jericho McNeltier, Jasmine Shaffer, Scott Clinkscales, Liyan McNeltier, Graham Cooley, Audra Puccio Nagby, John Pollnow, Lisa Goldberg, and Ian Ferris.

Curtain Time: “Almost Love,” February18-20; Friday and Saturday 7 p.m. and 2 p.m. Sunday. Theatre 29, 73637 Sullivan Road, Twentynine Palms.

Tickets are available at theatre29.org or by calling 760-361-4151.

S2S2S Changes Program

Due to COVID precautions, Script2Stage2Screen has moved “I’m Not Rick Springfield,” originally scheduled for Jan. 21-22, has been moved to May 20-21. Artistic Director Steve Fisher said the company now plans to stage “A Night in Puglia” written by local playwright David Wolgin, February 25-26.

Curtain Time: “A Night in Puglia,” Friday-Saturday, February 25-26, S2S2S, Unitarian Universalist Church of the Desert, 72425 Via Vail in Rancho Mirage.

Tickets $10, for more info, visit script2stage2screen.com or call 760-774-5513.

McCallum‘s February Picks Kristin Chenoweth “For the Girls,” a heart-felt tribute to the great female singers throughout history. 8 p.m., Friday-Saturday, February 18-19. Tickets: $65-$135.

Storm Large and Le Bonheur. Musician, actor, playwright, author and “awesome” Storm has performed with Pink Martini, Michael Feinstein and her own band, Le Bonheur. This six-foot stunning songstress has become a McCallum favorite with her beautiful, familiar, tortured and titillating love songs from the Great American Songbook. 7 p.m., Monday, February 21. Tickets: $45-$85.

“Straight No Chaser,” The Open Bar Tour. The male singers in the a cappella group are the real deal, the captivating sound of nine unadulterated human voices coming together to make extraordinary music…and with a sense of humor.7 p.m., Wednesday, February 23. Tickets: $60-$100.

Curtain Time: McCallum Theatre, 73000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert.

For tickets, visit mccallumtheatre.org or call 760-340-2787.

Les Michaels’ Cabaret

Producer Les Michaels continues his Cabaret series artists in February: February 6 Keisha D, February 13 Thom McMorris, February 20 Earl Mitchell, and February 27 Kevin Wood.

Curtain Time: Sundays at 3 p.m. The Arthur Newman Theatre at Joslyn Center, Palm Desert. Tickets are $15 cash only. For info, visit lesmichaels.com.

Mae West’s ‘The Drag’

The dramatic play written by Mae West under her pen name Jane Mast.

The play see’s its here is a closeted gay socialite, Rolly Kingsbury, who comes from one of the finest families and is trapped in a loveless marriage.

Rolly’s father is a homophobic judge, his father-in-law a therapist who specialises in gay conversion. The final scene consists of a giant drag ball!

Curtain Time: “The Drag,” Februry 16-March 6. Showtimes are WednesdayThursday 7 p.m. 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. Desert Rose Playhouse, 611 S. Palm Canyon Drive in Palm Springs. For tickets 760-2023000, desertroseplayhouse.org

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Explore and Enjoy

the Coachella Valley

THINGS TO DO THIS MONTH

Calendar

Upcoming events in the high and low desert The following events are scheduled to take place as of press time. Please call or visit the venues website for showtime hours and covid policies.

Weekly Caliente Comedy Each show is 90 minutes and features a roster of comedians that include Chad Kroger & JT Parr (2/4), Adam Hunter (2/11), Nicole Aimee Schreiber (2/18), and Bobby Miyamoto (2/25). 8 p.m. Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs, 401 East Amado Road, Palm Springs. 888-999-1995, sparesortcasino.com

Palm Springs VillageFest

Indio Certified Farmer’s Market The market features certified produce, fresh hot and cold chef-prepared food, live music, and artisan crafts every Sunday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Town Street between Bliss and Oasis Street, Indio. indio.org Jazzville Step back in time to when all the cool cats came to play. Experience the hip vintage vibes that put Palm Springs on the map. Features Barbara Morrison (2/3), Alpha Rhythm Kings (2/10), Michael Ragonese Quartet (2/17), and Adryon de León (2/24).

Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs, 401 East Amado Road, Palm Springs. 888-999-1995, sparesortcasino.com Joshua Tree Farmers Market Support local farmers and sustainable farming practices.

Get to know the farmers who grow your vineripened produce direct from the farm to you.

Enjoy shopping local arts and crafts. Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Downtown Joshua Tree.

La Quinta Certified Farmers Market Shop for fresh produce, food, and products every Sunday. 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Parking and admission are complimentary. Old Town La Quinta, 78100 Main Street, La Quinta. certifiedfarmersmarkets.org Outdoor Market/Fair in Joshua Tree Experience this unique vendor-run outdoor market, enjoy creative adult beverages or vendors’ street tacos, gourmet shrimp, crafted coffees, and more—while perusing locally handmade goods, arts, clothing, and more. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 61231 Twentynine Palms Highway, Joshua Tree. mojavedesertmarkets.com Open Air Market This night market is open every Wednesday and Saturday evening with vendors offering fresh produce and something for the entire family. Regional cuisine and various snack foods are offered. 4 to 10 p.m. 46350 Arabia Avenue, Indio. maclinmarkets.com/indio.html

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Nicole Aimee Schreiber brings the laughs to Caliente Comedy

Palm Desert Certified Farmers Market Shop for fresh produce, food, and products every Wednesday. 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 44710 San Pablo Ave., Palm Desert. certifiedfarmersmarkets.org Palm Springs Certified Farmers Market Shop for fresh produce, food, and products every Saturday. 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Camelot Theatres, 2300 East Baristo Road, Palm Springs. certifiedfarmersmarkets.org Palm Springs Art Museum The museum offers free admission every Thursday night to view a myriad of diverse and eclectic art. Tickets must be reserved in advance online. 5 to 7 p.m. 101 Museum Drive, Palm Springs. 760-3224800, psmuseum.org Palm Springs VillageFest The Thursday night street fair, 6 to 10 p.m., shuts down Palm Canyon Drive. Stroll through the vendors selling art, crafts, food, and enjoy live entertainment. Downtown Palm Springs on Palm Canyon Drive. villagefest.org Rancho Mirage Certified Farmers Market Shop for fresh produce, food, and products every Friday. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Atrium,

Eevan Tres is set to perform at the 24th Annual Concert Series on February 12

69930 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage. 951-5516233, facebook.com/ranchomiragecertifiedfarmersmarket Twentynine Palms Farmer’s Market The place to be every Saturday morning for fresh produce, live music, and local arts and crafts.

8 a.m. to 1 p.m. 73484 Twentynine Palms Highway, Twentynine Palms. visit29.org 24th Annual Concert Series The one-hour concerts help raise proceeds to local charities; featuring Chris Farmer (2/5), Eevan Tres (2/12), Slim Man (2/19), and Lisa Lynn and the Broken Hallelujahs (2/26). The Gardens on El Paseo, 73545 El Paseo, Palm Desert. thegardensonelpaseo.com

February 1 Bernadette Peters In an evening of songs from the Broadway shows she’s received accolades for, as well as from her Grammy Awardwinning and nominated albums including standards, Rodgers & Hammerstein, Stephen Sondheim, among others. 7 p.m. McCallum Theatre, 73000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert.

760-340-2787, mccallumtheatre.com

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THINGS TO DO THIS MONTH February 2 The Highwaymen Live The originals consisted of Kris Kristofferson, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, and Johnny Cash. This musical tribute of that amazing, band continues the legacy of perhaps the greatest supergroup in country music history. 7 p.m. McCallum Theatre, 73000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert.

760-340-2787, mccallumtheatre.com Rock the Park This monthly tribute band concert will feature a performance by TLR: Experience the Eagles Music. The concert is free, bring beach chairs and blankets. 7 p.m.

Belardo Road and Museum Way, Palm Springs. pschamber.org

February 3 The Ultimate Elvis Tribute Shawn Klush is renowned as, the closest thing to the king in concert. He portrayed Elvis in Martin Scorses and Mick Jagger’s HBO series, Vinyl. Klush will be accompanied by The Desert Symphony. 8 p.m. McCallum Theatre, 73000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert. 760-340-2787, mccallumtheatre.com

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Dinosaur Jr. The American rock band injected the late-‘80s alternative rock with monumental levels of pure guitar noise. Best known for songs “Feel the Pain,” “Start Choppin’,” and “Just Like Heaven.” 7 p.m. Pappy + Harriet’s, 53688 Pioneertown Road, Pioneertown.

760-228-2222, pappyandharriets.com

February 4 Theresa Caputo Live! The Long Island Medium will share personal stories about her life and explain how her gift works. She will deliver healing messages to audience members. 8 p.m. Agua Caliente Casino, 32250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. 800-514-3849, aguacalientecasinos.com Ginuwine The R&B artist known for “Pony,” “Differences,” and “In Those Jeans” brings his latest tour to the desert. 9 p.m. 49500 Seminole Drive, Cabazon. 951-849-3080, morongocasinoresort.com Jason Boland & The Stragglers The group leads in the red dirt scene, a grassroots movement that mixes honky tonk, outlaw, and contemporary country, known for songs “Pearl Snaps,” “Shades of Gray,” and “Mariano. 8 p.m.

Pappy + Harriet’s, 53688 Pioneertown Road, Pioneertown. 760-228-2222, pappyandharriets.com

Lisa Donahey...with a Side of Ranch The singer/actress has captivated the audience with her critically acclaimed performances that tap into her passion for everything from class Top 40 Pop, R&B, Rock, Great American Songbook to musical theatre, country, and her colorful mashup style, Jazzbaret. Oscar’s Palm Springs, 125 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs. 760325-1188, oscarspalmsprings.com

February 4-5 Sam Harris The singer/songwriter, Broadway actor, and Star Search winner brings his powerhouse pop, gospel, and theater-influenced vocals to the stage. 6 p.m. Purple Room, 1900 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-322-4422, purpleroompalmsprings.com

February 5 Il Divo Following the tragic passing of member Carlos Marin, the remaining members of the multi-national group will proceed with their tour in tribute to Marin along with a special guest, Steven LaBrie. 8 p.m. Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio. 800-827-2946, fantasyspringsresort.com

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THINGS TO DO THIS MONTH February 5 Andrew Schulz An American standup comedian, actor, television producer, and podcaster can be seen in “Schulz Saves America” on Netflix brings his Infamous Tour to the desert. 8 p.m. Spotlight 29 Casino, 46200 Harrison Place, Coachella. 760-775-5566, spotlight29.com Johnny Mathis Best-known for his supremely popular hits like “Chances Are,” “It’s Not For Me To Say,” and “Misty” brings his legendary talent to the desert. 8 p.m. The Show at Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage, 32250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. 800-514-3849, aguacalientecasino.com El Coyote Y Su Banda The regional Mexican/Tejano group is best known for songs “Arboles De La Barranca,” “Para Impresionarte,” and “Mi Ranchito.” 9 p.m. 49500 Seminole Drive, Cabazon. 951-849-3080, morongocasinoresort.com Art on Main Street at Old Town La Quinta Featuring over 100 artists showing and selling their paintings, jewelry, mixed media, photography, ceramics, glass, woodwork, and more. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission and parking. 78100 Main Street, La Quinta. oldtownlaquinta.com Built to Spill One of the most popular indie-rock acts of the ‘90s take the stage with Prism Bitch and Itchy Kitty. 7 p.m. Pappy + Harriet’s, 53688 Pioneertown Road, Pioneertown. 760-228-2222, pappyandharriets.com

February 6 Palm Springs Vintage Market Come experience a diverse gathering of merchants selling vintage, retro, and mid-century modern merchandise. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Palm Springs Culture Center, 2300 East Baristo Road, Palm Springs. palmspringsvintagemarket.com

February 7 Keyboard Conversations with Jeffrey Siegel Combined with virtuosity and poetry of world-class pianist with entertaining commentary creates a magical concert experience. Some of Beethoven’s famous compositions will be featured. 7 p.m. McCallum Theatre, 73000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert. 760-340-2787, mccallumtheatre.com

February 8 Illuminati Hotties The Indie rock band is best known for “You’re Better Than Ever,” “Pool Hopping,” and “The Sway.” 7 p.m. Pappy + Harriet’s, 53688 Pioneertown Road, Pioneertown. 760-228-2222, pappyandharriets.com Motown Motor City Revue From its humble beginnings to what became one of the biggest record labels of all time, we will tell the story through song in how Berry Gordy and Smokey Robinson teamed up to create this musical empire. 6:30 p.m. Vicky’s of Santa Fe, 45100 Club Drive, Indian Wells. 760-345-9770, vickysofsantafe.com

February 9-14 The Ten Tenors The show features their greatest hits from the past 25 years. From “Waltzing Matilda” to “Nessun Dorma,” this will be a show you won’t forget. McCallum Theatre, 73000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert. 760-340-2787, mccallumtheatre.com

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February 11-12

The Righteous Brothers One of the most successful duos in pop music history is bringing that lovin’ feelin’ back to the desert. 8 p.m. Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio. 800-827-2946, fantasyspringsresort.com

Tour de Palm Springs Bicycle tour through the Coachella Valley with proceeds benefitting local nonprofit organizations. The event also features a vendor expo and a fun walk. bikereg.com/tour-de-palm-springs

Bronco The Mexican group’s modern take on the Norteño style in the ‘80s and ‘90s helped earn them a number of international hits, including “Que No Quede Huella,” “A Qué Le Tiramos,” and “No Nos Vamos a Olvidar.” 8 p.m. The Show at Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage, 32250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. 800-5143849, aguacalientecasino.com Jake Simpson: The Standards Enjoy a evening of fresh & soulful arrangements from the American Songbook, classic Jazz & R&B Standards, and your favorites. 6 p.m. Purple Room, 1900 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs.

760-322-4422, purpleroompalmsprings.com The Beths New Zealand indie rock group takes the stage with Linda Lindas and Lunar Vacation. 8:30 p.m. Pappy + Harriet’s, 53688 Pioneertown Road, Pioneertown. 760-228-2222, pappyandharriets.com

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February 11-13 Taste of Jalisco Festival The 6th annual event celebrates the 25-year sister city relationship between the cities of Cathedral City and Tequila, Jalisco through music, fashion, spirits, culture, and cuisine. Downtown Cathedral City. tasteofjalisco.com

February 12 Pitbull The Grammy-winning superstar is known for hits such as “Time of Our Lives,” “Timber,” and “Give Me Everything” brings his latest tour to the Coachella Valley. 8 p.m.

Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio. 800-827-2946, fantasyspringsresort.com Chadwick Johnson Performing his new show “When Love Starts Talkin’,” Johnson weaves together classic and modern songs of

love, with his unique, soulful sound and interpretation. 6 p.m. Purple Room, 1900 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-322-4422, purpleroompalmsprings.com Jimmie Allen Country music singer and songwriter brings his “Down Home Tour” to the desert along with Neon Union and Chayce Beckham. 8 p.m. Spotlight 29 Casino, 46200 Harrison Place, Coachella. 760-775-5566, spotlight29.com Air Supply They have proved to be impressively timeless, their blockbuster hits from the ‘80s still stand up as strongly as ever with mellow, melodic charm. The hits include, “All Out of Love,” “Lost in Love” and “Every Woman in the World.” 8 p.m. The Show at Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage, 32250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. 800-514-3849, aguacalientecasino.com Caliente Doo-Wop Sock Hop Dance to all of your favorite ‘50s and ‘60a tunes under the stars. The evening features music by The Dreamboats and DJ Mod bringing swank, sophistication, and sparkle to end the night. 7 p.m. The Show at Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage, 32250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. 800514-3849, aguacalientecasino.com

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Art on Main Street

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February 12-13 Desert Art Festival Talented artists are proud to showcase their unique works in different styles of contemporary, traditional, modern, and southwest art. Admission and parking are free. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Village at Indian Wells, 74895 Highway 111, Indian Wells. westcoastartists.com

February 14-16 Beth Leavel She has received Tony, Drama Desk, NY Outer Critics Circle, and L.A. Drama Critics Awards for her performance as the title character in “The Drowsy Chaperone.” 6 p.m.

Annenberg Theater, 101 Museum DrivePalm Springs, 760-322-4800, psmuseum.org

February 15-17 The Classics of Rock & Soul This live 90-minute musical tribute to Elvis, Aretha Franklin, and Chuck Berry. Hosted by Las Vegas MC Curtis B. Palm Springs Cultural Center, 1:30 p.m. 2300 Baristo Road, Palm Springs. psculturalcenter.org

February 17-27 Modernism Week An eleven-day long event that features tours, events, and parties.

The Palm Springs Modernism Show & Sale, featuring over 40 premier national and international decorative and fine arts dealers. modernismweek.com

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Coheed and Cambria Incorporating aspects of progressive rock, pop, heavy metal, and post-hardcore that are known for songs “Welcome Home,” “A Favor House Atlantic,” and “The Suffering” will be joined by Sheer Mag. 5 p.m. Pappy + Harriet’s, 53688 Pioneertown Road, Pioneertown.

760-228-2222, pappyandharriets.com

Thrillville Featuring carnival rides, circus shows, live shark encounters, poodle shows, fair food, live music, and much more. Riverside County Fairgrounds, 46517 Arabia Stree, Indio. thethrillville.com/Indio

February 17 The Microphones The American indie-folk, rock, and experimental band known for “I Want Wind to Blow,” “The Moon,” and “I Felt Your Shape.” 7 p.m. Pappy + Harriet’s, 53688 Pioneertown Road, Pioneertown. 760-228-2222, pappyandharriets.com

Kristin Chenoweth In her live show, the acclaimed star brings iconic songs from her best-known shows like “Wicked,” “Glee,” and “On the Twentieth Center” – as well as popular standards and classics from Broadway, Hollywood, and beyond. 8 p.m. McCallum Theatre, 73000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert.

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The Beach Boys As vanguards of the California surf rock sound belting out beach-themed, summertime lyrics backed by harmonized vocals, they personify surf culture, popularizing it worldwide with chart-topping hits “Surfin’ U.S.A.,” “Sloop John B.,” and “Kokomo.” 8 p.m. The Show at Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage, 32250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. 800-5143849, aguacalientecasino.com

Ricardo Montaner A Latin music legend known for peerless romantic balladry, best know for his hits “El Ultimo Adiós,” Tan Enamorados,” and Aunque Ahora Estés Con El.” 7 p.m. Spotlight 29 Casino, 46200 Harrison Place, Coachella. 760-775-5566, spotlight29.com

Elvis: The Early Years Scot Bruce performs as the early 50s Elvis with his ability to sing, strum a guitar, and swivel his hips just like the King himself . 6 p.m. Purple Room, 1900 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-3224422, purpleroompalmsprings.com Watchhouse The American folk duo is best known for songs like “Wildfire,” Amsterdam,” and “Golden Embers.” 6 p.m. Pappy + Harriet’s, 53688 Pioneertown Road, Pioneertown.

760-228-2222, pappyandharriets.com

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Art on Main Street at Old Town La Quinta Featuring over 100 artists showing and selling their paintings, jewelry, mixed media, photography, ceramics, glass, woodwork, and more. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission and parking. 78100 Main Street, La Quinta. oldtownlaquinta.com Greater Palm Springs Food and Wine Festival The event brings out some of the Coachella Valley’s best local restaurants and established chefs, winemakers, and breweries.

The Classic Club, 75200 Classic Club Drive, Palm Desert. greaterpalmspringsfoodandwine.com

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Desert Art Festival returns to Rancho Mirage

February 19 Grooves Jazz at The Westin Featuring Smooth jazz trumpet man, Rick Braun along with saxman Michael Paulo. Westin Mission Hills, 71333 Dinah Shore Drive., Rancho Mirage. groovesatthewestin.com

February 19-21 Desert Art Festival Talented artists are proud to showcase their unique works in different styles of contemporary, traditional, modern, and southwest art. Admission and parking are free. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The River, 71800 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage. westcoastartists.com

February 20 Jay Leno He captivated living rooms across the world for over 20 years with charisma, comedy, and charm as the host of “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.” See Jay do what he does best and laugh it up for two special shows. 3 and 7 p.m. McCallum Theatre, 73000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert. 760-340-2787, mccallumtheatre.com Palm Springs Vintage Market Come experience a diverse gathering of merchants selling vintage, retro, and mid-century modern merchandise. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Palm Springs Culture Center, 2300 East Baristo Road, Palm Springs. palmspringsvintagemarket.com Cursive The American indie rock band takes the stage with No Devotion + The Appleseed Cast. 7 p.m. Pappy + Harriet’s, 53688 Pioneertown Road., Pioneertown. 760-228-2222, pappyandharriets.com

February 21 Storm Large and Le Bonheur The musician, actor, playwright, and author is a local favorite, whether performing with Pink Martini, Michael Feinstein, or with her band, Le Bonheur. 7 p.m. McCallum Theatre, 73000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert. 760-340-2787, mccallumtheatre.com

February 22 35th Annual City of Palm Springs Black History Month Parade and Town Fair The parade takes place at 10 a.m. on Palm Canyon Drive and ends at Frances Stevens Park where the Town Fair will be held. palmspringsblackhistory.org

February 23 Straight No Chaser The captivating sound of nine unadulterated human voices coming together to make extraordinary music that is moving people in a fundamental sense…and with a sense of humor. On the road, they have built a reputation as an unforgettable live act. 7 p.m.

McCallum Theatre, 73000 Fred Waring Dr., Palm Desert. 760-340-2787, mccallumtheatre.com

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THINGS TO DO THIS MONTH February 23 John Smith The English folk guitarist and singer is best known for hits “Far Too Good,” Save My Life,” and “Eye to Eye.” 7 p.m. Pappy + Harriet’s, 53688 Pioneertown Road, Pioneertown.

760-228-2222, pappyandharriets.com

February 24 Steve Tyrell The Grammy Award-winning vocalist has reinvented and re-popularized classic pop standards for a modern audience.

7 p.m. McCallum Theatre, 73000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert. 760-340-2787, mccallumtheatre.com

February 25 ZZ Top The legendary rock band known for their blues-infused rock music like “Tush,” “I Thank You,” and “Gimme All Your Lovin’”, bawdy lyrics and long, beards leave the audience feeling like they just left a jam session with close friends. 8 p.m. The Show at Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage, 32250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. 800-514-3849, aguacalientecasino.com An Intimate Evening with Marilu Henner The American actress, producer, radio host, singer, podcaster, and author best known for her role in “Taxi” will her outlandish and rare total recall memory abilities and have some fun with the audience. Oscar’s Palm Springs, 125 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs. 760-325-1188, oscarspalmsprings.com Jimmy James: Lasting Impressions The Award-Winning entertainer will bring his Legendary Voice Impressions to the desert. 6 p.m.

Purple Room, 1900 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs. 760-322-4422, purpleroompalmsprings.com Gary Numan The English musician, singer, songwriter, composer, and record producer will perform his hit songs “Cars,” “Music for Chameleons,” and “Tois Gymnopedies.” 6 p.m. Pappy + Harriet’s, 53688 Pioneertown Road, Pioneertown.

760-228-2222, pappyandharriets.com

February 25-27 McCormick’s Palm Springs Collector Car Auctions During this event 500 classic, sports, antique, and special interest autos are sold across the auction block. Admission for the public is free on Friday. Palm Springs Convention Center, 277 North Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs. 760-320-3290, classic-carauction.com

February 26 Toto The legendary rockers known for hits such as “Africa,” “Rosanna,” and “Stop Loving You” bring their “Dogz of Oz Tour” to the desert. 8 p.m. Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio. 800-827-2946, fantasyspringsresort.com

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Coheed and Cambria to perform at Pappy & Harriet’s

Abbacadabra brings the music of ABBA to the Show

vices, nationally recognized fitness experts, a rock climbing wall, walk on water and more. palmspringshealthrun.com

Steve Tyrell returns to the McCallum Theatre

Cate Le Bon The Welsh songwriter brings her distinctive voice to the Hi-Desert. 7 p.m.

Pappy + Harriet’s, 53688 Pioneertown Road, Pioneertown. 760-228-2222, pappyandharriets.com

February 27 Jim Caruso’s Cast Party A hilariously impromptu variety show/open mic where showbiz superstars and up-and-comers deliver jaw-dropping musical performances and razzle-dazzle. You just never know WHO will show up. 6 p.m. Purple Room, 1900 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-322-4422, purpleroompalmsprings.com Abbacadabra: The Music of ABBA They have entertained audiences worldwide with over four decades of some of the greatest pop songs in history by the group ABBA. Abbacadabra is as close as you’ll ever hear to the real thing. 8 p.m. The Show at Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage, 32250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage.

800-514-3849, aguacalientecasino.com Palm Springs Health Run & Sports Expo The expo features a USATF certified 10K, 5K, and 1K for kids, more than 100 health and wellness booths provide giveaways and ser-

Desert Winds Freedom Band “Isn’t It Romantic!” The concert and gala fundraiser includes music by the Jazz Band and vocalist Francesca Amari, Kim Halter, Lizzie Schmelling, and Siobhan Valarde. 4 p.m. Jewish Community Center, 322 West Alejo Road, Palm Springs.760-776-2700, desertwindsfb.org

February 28 National Geographic Live: A View from Above Gain a deeper understanding of our planet’s beauty, climate, and place in the universe from former International Space Station Commander Terry Virts. 7 p.m. McCallum Theatre, 73000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert.

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Nightlife Roundup

Festive nighttime outings unfold Entertainment sometimes changes after press deadline. Please check with venue to confirm the evening’s entertainment and time.

Monday Oscar’s Kal David, 6 to 9 p.m.

125 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs 760-325-1188, oscarspalmsprings.com Toucans Tiki Lounge & Cabaret Latin Drag Review with Jesus Coria, 10 p.m.

2100 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 760-416-7584, toucanstikilounge.com

Tuesday Brad’s Pad at Fantasy Springs Brad Mercer and his 8-Piece Band, 7 p.m.

84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio 760-342-5000, fantasyspringsresort.com Jazz on the 2nd Floor Leanna and Miguel with Special Guest, 5 p.m.

Camelot Theatres, 2300 E. Baristo Rd., Palm Springs psculturalcenter.org

Wednesday Agua Caliente Casino Cathedral City Cornhole Tournament, 6 p.m.

68960 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City 888-999-1995, aguacalientecasinos.com Noches De Fuego at Fantasy Springs 2/2 Son Doux, 7:30 p.m.

2/9 Los Garza’z, 7:30 p.m.

2/16 Nacho Bustillos, 7:30 p.m.

2/23 Xzol De Maya, 7:30 p.m.

84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio 760-342-5000, fantasyspringsresort.com Pívat Cigar Lounge Live Entertainment, 6 to 9 p.m.

Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage 32250 Bob Hope Dr., Rancho Mirage 888-999-1995, aguacalientecasinos.com Purple Room Michael Holmes, Charles Herrer, and Darci Daniels, 6:30-9:30 p.m.

1900 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs 760-322-4422, purpleroompalmsprings.com Vicky’s of Santa Fe John Stanley King’s Cowboy Songs, 6-9:30 p.m.

45100 Club Drive, Indian Wells 760-345-9770, vickysofsantafe.com

Mitch’s on El Paseo Alex Santana, Noon to 2:30 p.m.

73951 El Paseo, Palm Desert 760-779-9200, mitchsonelpaseo.com Pívat Cigar Lounge Live Entertainment, 6 to 9 p.m.

Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage 32250 Bob Hope Dr., Rancho Mirage 888-999-1995, aguacalientecasinos.com

Thursday Agave Caliente Tequila Bar Caliente Country Nights, 6 p.m.

Agua Caliente Casino Cathedral City 68960 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City 888-999-1995, aguacalientecasinos.com

Purple Room Rose Mallett, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

1900 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs 760-322-4422, purpleroompalmsprings.com

Country Night at Fantasy Springs 2/3 Country Nation, 6:30 p.m.

2/10 Doo-Wah Riders, 6:30 p.m.

2/17 Nitro Express, 6:30 p.m.

2/24 South 65, 6:30 p.m.

84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio 760-342-5000, fantasyspringsresort.com

Vicky’s of Santa Fe Slim Man Band, 6 to 9:30 p.m.

45100 Club Drive, Indian Wells 760-345-9770, vickysofsantafe.com

Dringk Eatery + Bar Live DJ, 9 p.m.

71800 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage 760-888-0111, dringkbar.com

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O’Caine’s Irish Pub Live music, 6 to 9 p.m.

36101 Bob Hope Dr., Rancho Mirage 760-202-3311, ocainesirishpub.com

Cascade Lounge Live DJ Set, 7 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs 401 E. Amado Road, Palm Springs 888-999-1995, sparesortcasino.com

Pívat Cigar Lounge Live Entertainment, 6 to 9 p.m.

Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage 32250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage 888-999-1995, aguacalientecasinos.com

Copa Nightclub Filth Drag Show, 8 p.m.

244 E. Amado Road, Palm Springs 760-330-5003, apps.copapalmsprings.com

Purple Room Shaeron Sills, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

1900 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs 760-322-4422, purpleroompalmsprings.com

Dringk Eatery + Bar Live DJ, 9 p.m.

71800 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage 760-888-0111, dringkbar.com

Tommy Bahamas Alex Santana, 5 to 8 p.m.

111 N. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs 760-778-0019, tommybahama.com Toucans Tiki Lounge & Cabaret Drag show, 9 p.m.

2100 N. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs 760-416-7584, toucanstikilounge.com Vicky’s of Santa Fe John Stanley King Trio, 6-9:30 p.m.

45100 Club Drive, Indian Wells 760-345-9770, vickysofsantafe.com

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LIT at Fantasy Springs 2/4 Tre’Sure, 9 p.m.

2/11 Eclectik, 9 p.m.

2/18 Thee Champagne Band, 9 p.m.

2/25 Forward Motion, 9 p.m.

84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio 760-342-5000, fantasyspringsresort.com

Mitch’s on El Paseo Alex Santana, Noon to 2:30 p.m.

73951 El Paseo, Palm Desert 760-779-9200, mitchsonelpaseo.com Nicolino’s Italian Restaurant Live entertainment, 6 p.m.

35325 Date Palm Drive, Ste 111, Cathedral City 760-324-0411, nicolinos.com

O’Caine’s Irish Pub Live music, 6 to 9 p.m.

36101 Bob Hope Dr., Rancho Mirage 760-202-3311, ocainesirishpub.com Oscar’s Divas Divinas, 9 p.m.

125 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs 760-325-1188, oscarspalmsprings.com Sideline Stage at Morongo Casino Live Entertainment, 9 p.m.

49500 Seminole Drive, Cabazon 951-849-3080, morongocasinoresort.com Toucans Tiki Lounge & Cabaret Drag show with Jazmyn Simone, 9 & 11 p.m.

2100 North Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 760-416-7584, toucanstikilounge.com Tommy Bahamas Alex Santana, 5 to 8 p.m.

111 N. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs 760-778-0019, tommybahama.com Twelve Cocktails Above at Fantasy Springs Mark Gregg & Misty Howell, 7 p.m.

Steel Rod After Dark, 10:30 p.m.

84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio 760-342-5000, fantasyspringsresort.com

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NIGHTLIFE Friday Vicky’s of Santa Fe Kal David Trio, 4:30-6:30 p.m.

John Stanley King Show, 7-10 p.m.

45100 Club Drive, Indian Wells 760-345-9770, vickysofsantafe.com

Saturday Agua Caliente Casino Cathedral City Alf Alpha & Friends, 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.

68960 East Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City 888-999-1995, aguacalientecasinos.com Cascade Lounge Live DJ Set, 7 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs 401 East Amado Road, Palm Springs 888-999-1995, sparesortcasino.com Dringk Eatery + Bar Live DJ, 9 p.m.

71800 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage 760-888-0111, dringkbar.com LIT at Fantasy Springs 2/5 Tre’Sure, 9 p.m.

2/12 Eclectik, 9 p.m.

2/19 Thee Champagne Band, 9 p.m.

2/26 Forward Motion, 9 p.m.

84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio 760-342-5000, fantasyspringsresort.com Rose Mallet performs at The Purple Room and Vicky’s of Santa Fe

Mitch’s on El Paseo Alex Santana, Noon to 2:30 p.m.

73951 El Paseo, Palm Desert 760-779-9200, mitchsonelpaseo.com Nicolino’s Italian Restaurant Live entertainment, 6 p.m.

35325 Date Palm Drive, Ste 111, Cathedral City 760-324-0411, nicolinos.com O’Caine’s Irish Pub Live music, 6 to 9 p.m.

36101 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage 760-202-3311, ocainesirishpub.com Oscar’s Male Strip Show, 11:30 a.m.

125 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs 760-325-1188, oscarspalmsprings.com Sideline Stage at Morongo Casino Live Entertainment, 9 p.m.

49500 Seminole Drive, Cabazon 951-849-3080, morongocasinoresort.com Toucans Tiki Lounge & Cabaret Drag show with host Kickxy Vixen, 9 & 11 p.m.

2100 North Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 760-416-7584, toucanstikilounge.com Tommy Bahamas Alex Santana, 5 to 8 p.m.

111 N. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs 760-778-0019, tommybahama.com

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Twelve Cocktails Above at Fantasy Springs Mark Gregg & Misty Howell, 7 p.m.

Steel Rod After Dark, 10:30 p.m.

84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio 760-342-5000, fantasyspringsresort.com Vicky’s of Santa Fe Rose Mallett’s Company, 4:30-6:30 p.m.

John Stanley King Show, 7-10 p.m.

45100 Club Drive, Indian Wells 760-345-9770, vickysofsantafe.com

Sunday Agave Caliente Tequila Bar Karaoke, 4 to 8 p.m.

Agua Caliente Casino Cathedral City 68960 East Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City 888-999-1995, aguacalientecasinos.com Cascade Lounge Nacho Bustillos & Quinto Menguante, 9 p.m.

Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs 401 E. Amado Road, Palm Springs 888-999-1995, sparesortcasino.com Noches De Fuego at Fantasy Springs 2/6 Reel Band, 7:30 p.m.

2/13 Latin Soul Band, 7:30 p.m.

Forward Motion is set to perform at LIT on Saturday, February 26

2/20 Flamingo Band, 7:30 p.m.

2/27 Tania Y Su Nueva Era, 7:30 p.m.

84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio 760-342-5000, fantasyspringsresort.com Oscar’s Drag Brunch, 10 a.m. and 12 p.m.

Sunday T-Dance, 4 p.m.

125 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs 760-325-1188, oscarspalmsprings.com Toucans Tiki Lounge & Cabaret Drag Revue with Tommi Rose, 8 & 10 p.m.

2100 North Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs 760-416-7584, toucanstikilounge.com Tommy Bahamas Alex Santana, Noon to 3 p.m.

111 N. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs 760-778-0019, tommybahama.com Vicky’s of Santa Fe John Stanley King JazzTime, 6-9:30 p.m.

45100 Club Drive, Indian Wells 760-345-9770, vickysofsantafe.com To submit your nightlife information, email news@desertentertainer.com.

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Golfer’s Guide

Tahquitz Creek Golf Resort

Take a swing at these public courses Photo courtesy of tahquitzgolfresort.com

The following golf courses are open under restricted social distancing guidelines. Masks are required to enter the facilities. Please call or visit website for tee times and hours.

Cathedral City Westin Mission Hills’ Gary Player golf course.

Cimarron Golf Resort Featuring two 18-hole courses. The Boulder Course is a challenging but friendly layout that provides a great test for the lower handicappers but a rewarding experience for the weekend player. The Pebble Course is very popular with couples, juniors and skins games, not to mention you have 17 chances to make a hole in one. 67603 30th Avenue, Cathedral City. 800-701-1656, cimarrongolf.com Desert Princess Country Club Featuring a 27- hole championship golf course. Each nine offers a slightly different style of golf challenge.

The course offers a challenging experience for golfers of all abilities. 28555 Landau Blvd., Cathedral City. 760-322-2280, desertprincesscc.com

Desert Hot Springs Mission Lakes Country Club The 18-hole course’s final four holes are considered to be the toughest holes in the desert and an exciting challenge for low-handicap golfers. The course’s 11th tee perches 1,500 feet above the valley floor, offering a striking, eye-level view of the mountains. 8484 Clubhouse Blvd., Desert Hot Springs.

760-329-6481, missionlakescountryclub.com

Indian Wells

Photo courtesy of Westin Missin Hills Golf Resort & Spa

Indian Wells Golf Resort The resort features two courses The Celebrity Course and Players Course have been ranked in the Top 25 Best Municipal Course in the United States

by Golfweek Magazine. Courses have hosted Golf Channel’s “Big Break” and the PGA’s Skins Game. 44500 Indian Wells Lane, Indian Wells. 760-346-4653, indianwellsgolfresort.com

Indio Eagle Falls Golf Course This 18-hole, 6,715 yard par 72 challenge will test the low handicapper, but provide an enjoyable and fair test of golf for the average player. Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio. 760-238-5633, fantasyspringsresort.com

Hawk’s Landing Golf Club in Yucca Valley

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The Lights at Indio The only night-lighted course in the desert. Experience one of the longest par 3 golf courses in the country, with holes ranging from 110 to 240 yards. The 18-hole course is a stiff test for the best golfer. 83040 Avenue 42, Indio. 760-391-4049, indiogolf.com

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PAR La Quinta La Quinta Resort & Club Play the 5 legendary courses named in ‘Golf’s’ Top 100 Best Courses in North America. 49499 Eisenhower Drive, La Quinta. 760-564-4111, laquintaresort.com PGA West The resort features six legendary course that you can play six days a week on 109 holes of championship golf designed by five golf legends; Arnold Palmer, Tom Weiskopf, Pete Dye, Greg Norman and Jack Nicklaus. 56150 PGA Blvd., La Quinta. 800-742-9378, pgawest.com SilverRock Resort The Arnold Palmer Classic Course is a challenging 7,239-yard sprawling over 200 acres with massive native bunkers and stunning water features. SilverRock is the former home course of the PGA Tour’s Bob Hope Classic from 2008-2011. 79179 Ahmanson Lane, La Quinta. 760-777-8884

Palm Desert Classic Club This Arnold Palmer designed course offers terrific views and challeging play for golfers at every skill level. Featuring rolling terrain, wide landing areas, 30 acres of water features. Voted Top 10 Best Desert Courses

by Desert Golf. 75200 Classic Club Blvd., Palm Desert. 760-601-3600, classicclubgolf.com

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J.W. Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa The Desert Springs Golf Club features two 18-hole championship golf courses that welcome players of all levels. Test your skills on the challenging fairway while taking in the beauty of the resort. 74855 Country Club Drive, Palm Desert. 760-341-2211, marriott.com Shadow Mountain Golf Club The par 70 golf course challenges golfers of all abilities and rewards them who shape their shots and use their head more than their driver. With over 600 mature palms, the fairways are well defined and the challenging greens are protected by well placed sand bunkers. 73800 Ironwood St., Palm Desert. 760-346-8242, shadowmtgc.com

Palm Springs Indian Canyons Golf Resort Featuring two 18-hole courses. The North Course is a par 72, 6,943-yard course with six challenging water hazards; the largest is located between the 9th and 18th hole. The South Course is a par 72, 6,582-yard championship course that has four large lakes that come into play on six of the holes. 1097 East Murray Canyon Drive, Palm Springs. 760-833-8700, indiancanyonsgolf.com Mesquite Golf Club A traditional and mature 18-hole championship course features breathtaking views, five lakes, mature tree

lined fairways and provides a challenge for players of all skill levels. 2700 E. Maquite Ave., Palm Springs. 760-323-9377, mesquitegolfcc.com Tahquitz Creek Golf Resort Featuring two spectacular 18-hole course, both offering gorgeous views of Palm Springs and the San Jacinto Mountains. Amenities include a driving range, putting area and short game area along with golf lessons and clinics. 1885 Golf Club Drive, Palm Springs. 760-328-1005, tahquitzgolfresort.com

Rancho Mirage The Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort & Spa The Gary Player course plays to 7,062 yards at a par 72. This course is praised as being “difficult, well-designed and joyful.” 71333 Dinah Shore Dr., Rancho Mirage. 760-328-5955, marriott.com

Yucca Valley Hawk’s Landing Golf Club This 12-hole course was designed by award-winning architect Cary Bickler. Designed with two 6-hole loops, golfers can play 6-holes on a lunch break, 12-holes when they have a bit more time or add another 6 hole loop to complete a full 18 holes. 55100 Martinez Trail, Yucca Valley. 760-365-0033, hawkslandinggolf.com

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ATTRACTIONS

It’s time for adventure Attractions worth adding to your itinerary

Nia the eastern black rhino at The Living Desert

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway

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xperiencing something new is what traveling is all about. From the normal to the odd and eccentric, these can’t-miss, curious attractions are celebrated for keeping the Greater Palm Springs and surrounding desert region utterly unique.

Cabot’s Pueblo Museum A unique Hopi inspired pueblo, Cabot’s Pueblo Museum is a multi-level building that includes 35 rooms, 150 windows and 65 doors all crafted from found materials. The museum houses Native American pottery, 20th-century photographs and artifacts. 67616 Desert View Avenue, Desert Hot Springs. 760-329-7610, cabotsmuseum.org

The Living Desert Representing the desert environments of North America and Africa.

With more than 1,200 protected acres, 450 wild animals, live animal shows, kids’ play park, tranquil gardens, model train exhibit, hiking trails, tram rides and more, visitors experience an oasis of family fun. 47900 Portola Ave., Palm Desert. 760-346-5694, livingdesert.org

Coachella Valley History Museum The museum seeks to share the unique history of the desert, Cahuilla Indians and pioneers who forged through the difficult environment to create the community it is today. Featuring a date museum, memorial date and Japanese garden and the oldest cork oak tree in the desert. 82616 Miles Avenue, Indio. 760-342-6651, cvhm.org

Moorten Botanical Garden Home to more than 3,000 desert cacti and other plants, the garden is a hidden treasure. You’ll find thousands of species of succulents and cactus growing together from all over the world.

1701 South Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs.

760-327-6555, moortenbotanicalgarden.com

Escape Games at The River It may look like an ordinary room, but it’s actually a real life adventure game designed for small groups of friends, families and co-workers. Find the hidden objects, figure out the clues and solve the puzzles to earn your freedom and “Escape the Room.” 71800 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage.

760-668-9041, escapegamesattheriver.com Escape Room Palm Springs Choose from six themed rooms, good for all ages. You have 60 minutes to search for clues, solve puzzles and achieve your goal before time runs out.

2500 North Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs.

760-779-8888, escapeps.com Get Air Trampoline Park A combination of amusement and exercise in a spacious indoor trampoline park. Featuring wall-to-wall trampolines, foam pits, dunk lanes and a ninja course. 34450 Gateway Drive, Palm Desert.

760-206-7211, getairpalmdesert.com

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Palm Springs Air Museum Visitors can get up close to vintage World War II and Korea/Vietnam era aircrafts at the Palm Springs Air Museum. More than 40 flyable and static planes are on display inside three climate-controlled hangars totaling 65,000 square feet and outside on the tarmac. Visitors can tour the interior of a flyable B-17 and C-47 (when not flying). CNN Travel named the air museum one of the top 14 aviation museums in the world in 2014. 745 North Gene Autry Trail, Palm Springs.

760-778-6262, palmspringsairmuseum.org Palm Springs Aerial Tramway The world’s largest rotating tram car travels over two-and-one-half miles along the breathtaking cliffs of Chino Canyon, transporting riders to the pristine wilderness of the Mt. San Jacinto State Park. During your approximately tenminute journey, tram cars rotate slowly, offering picturesque and spectacular vistas of the valley floor below. Once you reach the Mountain Station—elevation 8,516 feet—enjoy two

restaurants, observation decks, natural history museum, two documentary theaters, gift shop and over 50 miles of hiking trails. 1 Tram Way, Palm Springs. 760-325-4537, pstramway.com Palm Springs Art Museum The museum’s extensive permanent collection includes significant works by western, contemporary and glass artists, and features temporary exhibitions from internationally acclaimed artists.

Year round hours: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Thursdays noon to 8 p.m. Closed Wednesdays and major holidays. 101 Museum Drive, Palm Springs. 760-322-4800, psmuseum.org Shields Date Garden Shields’ famous date groves provide an assortment of dates, as well as their famous date shakes, date ice cream and citrus. See the free movie “The Romance and Sex Life of the Date” after a walk through the biblical garden path on the 17-acre date farm, or enjoy a meal at the patio café. 80225 Highway 111, Indio. 760-347-0996, shieldsdategarden.com Sunnylands Center & Gardens Enjoy sculpture from the Sunnylands Collection as well as a rotating exhibition. There is a film and other offerings about the history of Sunnylands and its founders. Sunnylands also features free public programs, walks and activities for familes are offered on a regular basis. 37977 Bob Hope Dr., Rancho Mirage.760-328-2829, sunnylands.org Uprising Adventure Guides Giving the people the opportunity to climb, explore their surroundings and experience Joshua Tree National Park. 8332 Fleur Drive, Joshua Tree.

888-CLIMB-ON, joshuatreeuprising.com

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THE GREAT OUTDOORS

Let’s Hike Places to stretch your legs in the high and low desert

Cove to Lake

Cathedral City Cathedral Canyon Trail An approximate 1,000-foot elevation gain and a few steep inclines gives the trail a moderate rating with little shade. The 3.8-mile trail is used by mountain bikers and hikers. Park along the paved street near the end of Foothill Road.

Tahquitz Canyon

Desert Hot Springs Mission Creek Stonehouse A historic structure tucked away in the lush wetlands of the Mission Creek Preserve. The stonehouse is a remnant of the area’s ranch days and features informational exhibits, as well as restrooms and picnic tables. Hikers with their four-legged friends enjoy the easy 3.2-mile round-rip hike, which follows a stream and passes by an enormous Freemont cottonwood tree. 50550 Mission Creek Road.

Joshua Tree Joshua Tree National Park A sweeping array of nature and fitness treks greets guests across the 1,250 square mile breadth of space, which makes Joshua Tree among the most popular hiking, camping and rock climbing attractions to locals and visitors. For leisurely hikes, check out the 3-mile 49 Palms Oasis hike or the 4-mile Lost Horse Mine and mountain hike. 6554 Park Blvd.

La Quinta Bear Creek Canyon Trail After cruising through a flat, sandy wash for the first 30 minutes, the gain hits all at once around the two-mile mark. But the steep trek through the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountain National Monument is well worth it, and is a prime spot for a picnic. Access trail near the intersection of Calle Tecate and Avenida Madero.

Cove to Lake The first part of the 6.4-mile path is relatively flat, cutting through wide-

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open sandy terrain at the base of the Southern Santa Rosa Mountains before transitioning to more ups and downs. The path veers away from private property and heads towards Lake Cahuilla. Access the trailhead on Calle Tecate.

Morongo Valley Canyon Trail This 8.34-mile round trip hike descends gradually from the higher, cooler Mojave Desert down the canyon to the warmer Colorado Desert climate. This trail is a favorite of many local hikers and horseback riders. Big Morongo Canyon Preserve, 11055 East Drive.

Desert Willow Trail This moderate .75 mile dirt trail wanderd through open fields of fallblooming alkali golden-bush, along the edge of hone mesquite thicket, then drops into a desert wash habitat with desert willow, evergreen yerba santa and wild tarragon. Big Morongo Canyon Preserve, 11055 East Drive, Morongo Valley.

Palm Desert Bump and Grind Loop A moderate 3 -mile hike scaling the Northern Santa Rosa Mountains, this is one of the most popular outings for hikers, runners and cyclists. The steep trail climbs 960 feet and intersects other routes along the way. Trailhead is behind the Desert Crossings shopping center.

The Cross This local landmark is beloved by hikers, bikers and their leashed pups who make the 2.2-mile trek through the lower reaches of the Santa Rosa Mountains. The 689-foot climb feaures a giant lit-up cross with stunning vistas of the valley floor. Parking is available in the unpaved lot off Thrush Road.

Palm Springs Andreas Canyon A scenic foot trail leads through the canyon, passing groves of stately skirted palms, unusual rock formations and the perennial Andreas Creek. This tranquil setting is excellent for photography, bird-watching or a picnic at one of the tables along the trail. 38520 S. Palm Canyon Dr. indian-canyons.com Tahquitz Canyon Home to a spectacular seasonal 60-foot waterfall, rock art, ancient irrigation systems, native wildlife and plants.

38520 S. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs. indian-canyons.com

Thousand Palms Coachella Valley Preserve The 17,000 acre site is home to 25 miles of hiking trails and several palm oasis that stay full of water thanks to water seeping out of the San Andreas Fault.

The McCallum Pond at the Thousand Palms Oasis is a fairly easy mile hike. 29200 Thousand Palms Canyon Road, Thousand Palms.

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