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CELEBRATING THE RESIDENTIAL PARK COMMUNITIES FOR 65 YEARS

Outdoor ‘al fresco’ dining program coming to Palm Canyon Drive

ith the fall season just around the corner and the promise of cooler temperatures, on Thursday night the Palm Springs City Council unanimously voted to move forward with a new outdoor “al fresco” dining pilot program, which would fully close part of Palm Canyon Drive. Current COVID-19 emergency orders prohibit restaurants from offering indoor dining, which has meant residents and visitors must dine outside. The pilot program, which is expected to kick off within the next two weeks, would allow for a full closure of Palm Canyon Drive between Baristo Road and Tahquitz Canyon Way. Restaurants who are not in the closure area still have an option to expand outdoor dining on

sidewalks with temporary land use permits, according to City’s Development Services Director, Flinn Fagg, who noted that additional restaurant dining options are also being considered for parking lots.

“We recognize that our local restaurants have struggled tremendously since the spread of COVID-19 effectively changed how we all operate,” said Councilmember Dennis Woods, who serves as the City’s liaison for expanding outdoor dining. “Staff has been working diligently with stakeholders over the last several months to develop an outdoor dining pilot program that we hope will make outdoor dining safer by allowing for social distancing and help our local economy as we head into the fall season in the Coachella Valley when typically many of our part-time residents and tourists return.” For more information about outdoor dining and applying for a temporary land use permit, visit palmspringsca.gov/alfresco.

Registration open for Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

eople 50 and over can register for fall online classes at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Cal State San Bernardino’s Palm Desert Campus. The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute is a program designed for adults 50 and older who want to experience learning for the fun of it. OLLI offers non-credit, university-level courses, but without the grades, tests or homework.

Membership is open to adults who enjoy learning, regardless of their educational background. Annual membership is $75; then members choose as many courses as they like and pay for those courses on an individual basis. Six-week courses are $50 each; three-week courses are $30. Course topics typically include the arts, history, literature, economics, natural sciences, philos-

ophy and more. Participants can try a week of classes from Sept. 21-25 for $10 each with no membership required. They can then choose to become an OLLI member and select additional courses during the regular fall term that starts on Oct. 5.

• Only two sports have been played on the moon — golf and the javelin throw.

• In 2015, Godzilla was made an official resident of the Shinjuku ward of Tokyo. The “King of Monsters” was not only given Japanese citizenship, but also appointed as the ward’s tourism ambassador.

• Knowing they might never return safely from the moon, Neil Armstrong and the Apollo 11 crew worried about the prospect of leaving their families without financial support, but couldn’t take out life insurance policies due to the extreme risks of their mission. Instead, they signed hundreds of autographs to be sold if they didn’t make it home. Thankfully, those weren’t needed, but still show up in space memorabilia auctions today, going for as much as $30,000.

For more information, call 909 5378270 or visit csusb.edu/OLLI.

In This Issue

Social Media Hidden Dangers...............2 Wine Pairings for Novices....................4 Failure of the VA...................................6 Labor Day Docs at the Drive-In............8

1. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: Which activity uses terms such as baste, bias and selvage? 2. MYTHOLOGY: What are the Norns? 3. AD SLOGANS: Which product uses the advertising slogan “Vermont’s Finest”? 4. GEOGRAPHY: What is the capital of New Zealand? 5. MUSIC: Which Madonna song features a recitation of 16 cultural icons? 6. U.S. STATES: How many states begin with the letter “A”? 7. HISTORY: Who was queen consort to French and English kings in the 12th century? 8. LITERATURE: Which 20th-century novel begins with the line, “All children, except one, grow up”? 9. U.S. PRESIDENTS: Which president detested broccoli and banned it from his meals? 10. ANIMAL KINGDOM: What is a group of crabs called? © 2020 King Features Synd., Inc. ANSWER TO TRIVIA ON PAGE 6

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Dear Paw’s Corner My Labrador puppy, “Charlie,” is six months old. He received his first and second round of vaccines, but then our state went into lockdown. Can I hold off on getting the rest of his shots for now, until restrictions ease? — Blake F., Sacramento Dear Blake Contact Charlie’s veterinarian first to find out if they are allowing non-urgent visits. The first year of vaccinations is extremely important for your dog’s development and long-term health. Lockdown mandates are making it difficult for everyone to figure out if and when they should visit the vet for their pet’s checkups. But

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veterinarians know how important it is to keep to the vaccine schedule (to learn more, go to akc.org and search for “puppy shots schedule”). By this point they should have some guidelines and a plan for scheduling routine appointments. That also goes for maintaining adult pets’ vaccinations and keeping their licenses current. Contact the veterinarian to find out if they’re booking routine appointments. What if you aren’t able to get an appointment to get Charlie’s third round of shots? For now, limit his exposure to other dogs, as he still has some risk of contracting serious illnesses like parvovirus. That means no dog park visits or play dates (unless you know the other dog’s vaccine status). Let him run in the backyard or go to a state park or other large outdoor area that allows pets and doesn’t have many people or animals around. Spend more time training him on basic obedience commands — if you’re both stuck at home, now is the perfect time. As soon as a vet appointment opens up, take Charlie in and get him up to date on his shots. (c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc

You’re never too old Growing old is what you make of it, says the Association of Mature American Citizens. Take, Dorothy Pollack who resides in a nursing home in Muskegon, MI. She decided to celebrate her 103rd birthday recently by getting her first tattoo. And then there is Bob Mettauer, of Santa Maria, CA. He’s 95-yearsyoung and is better known by friends and neighbors as “Bicycle

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Bob.” He retired in the 1990s, took up cycling and recently logged his 100,000th mile of biking all these years. Let that be a lesson to you, says the senior advocacy organization: you’re never too old. The Association of Mature American Citizens [www.amac.us] provides the Filler Files as a service on issues of concern to Americans over 50.

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Social Media Holds Hidden Dangers

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Even before the lockdowns brought on by the coronavirus, too many seniors felt isolated. Now it’s even worse for many of us with the lack of face-to-face interactions ... and we’ve turned to social media for connections to others. There, on Facebook and Twitter, in chat rooms and email lists, we’ve found friends to talk to and pass the hours of this lockdown. We feel happy to have these people at the other end of the keyboard. It’s good for us. Or maybe not. The big problem with social media is that we really don’t know who is on the other end. The new friend who seems so interested in us might actually be a scammer, just waiting for the right moment to spring the trap and ask for money. How can you refuse, you’ll wonder, if someone you’ve come

to know so well asks for help? Or maybe we’ve shared too much information, such as our location or our real name. Or how about the new friend who sends funny cartoons, one of which might contain a virus that leaves our computer open to hackers? Add in an election year, and it’s all too easy to talk online with people who supposedly share our views. Quite commonly they ask for money or contact info. Some things to think about: If you really want to connect with others on social media, create a fake name for it. Learn how to block people and don’t add just anybody to your network or list. Don’t give out your real name or location, no matter how friendly other people seem. Focus on an area of social media with a narrow, safe focus such as pets, cooking or gardening. Better yet, call up a few people you already know and ask if they’d like to meet for online games, such as chess, or just chatting. They might feel just as isolated as you do and welcome your overture. (c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc

Body found in Joshua Tree National Park On Thursday, August 20, the body of Alberto Serrano Alvarez of Coachella Valley was found near a sedan along Black Eagle Mine Road in Joshua Tree National Park. The road is unpaved and unmaintained and is only open to high-clearance, four-wheeldrive vehicles. Responding law enforcement rangers confirmed the man was deceased and that

he had likely died several hours before being found. An interagency investigation is ongoing, led by Joshua Tree National Park law enforcement and Riverside County Sheriff’s Department. Park officials advise visitors to always let someone know where you plan to go and what time you plan to return. For more info visit, nps.gov/jotr.

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Simple pairing pointers for wine novices Pairing a delicious meal with the perfect wine can be a match made in heaven. Wine novices may be intimidated by the challenge of making the perfect pairing, but they need not put themselves under pressure. Just because a certain wine might make for a perfect pairing, that doesn’t mean others cannot step in and serve an equally flavorful function. People who appreciate a great meal accompanied by an equally great wine need not have an encyclopedic knowledge of food or wine to successfully pair the two. In fact, some basic pairing knowledge might be all that’s truly necessary to make a meal more memorable. White and light: White wine fans should know that such wines tend to pair best with light meat, such as chicken or fish. According to Backbar, a platform designed to help bars and restaurants manage their inventory, white wines pair well with fish because the acidity in these wines enhances the taste of the fish. Chicken dishes vary greatly, and the online wine resource Wine Folly (winefolly.com) notes that the sauce will greatly affect the flavor of the meat. That means a wine that pairs well with a certain chicken dish may not necessarily pair well with a different one.

Reds and reds: Red meats tend to match up best with red wines. Though they can be found in white wines, tannins are predominantly found in red wines. According to Backbar, the tannins in red wines soften the proteins in the meat, thereby helping enhance the flavors of the fat. That makes for a more flavorful meal. No need to spice things up: Spicy foods are beloved across the globe. Such foods can be among the more intimidating to pair with wine, as spicy foods have bold flavors that no one wants to detract from. In a 2016 interview with Eater.com, professional chef Sean Pharr advised against pairing high alcohol wines with spicy foods, noting that the alcohol can intensify the heat and spice of the food. That can prove disastrous for anyone trying to impress a date or show off their skills with spice. Many people prefer a Riesling with spicy food, as the sweetness of this white wine can help offset the spice, making for a satisfying, flavorful meal. Pairing wines may seem intimidating. But a few simple strategies can help novices find a wine that makes a homemade meal that much more delicious.

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SALOME’S STARS BORN THIS WEEK: You have the ability to see both sides of a situation. ou would do well as a counselor or a judge.

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) This could be the time to try soothing whatever bad feelings might be lingering ‘twixt and among colleagues, friends or family members. But be sure you do so without favoring any side. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) An idea is only an idea until you put that clever Bovine mind to work to develop it from concept to substance. This could lead to something rewarding, both emotionally and monetarily. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) The early part of the week could have some disconcerting moments, but approaching them with a calm, unruffled attitude goes a long way toward helping to get things nicely settled down. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Getting used to change continues to mark much of the week. But accepting what you have to do makes adapting that much easier. A welcome visitor could turn up sooner than expected. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Learning how to live with a decision is a challenge, but one you Leos and Leonas could really enjoy. You’ll also be pleased to see your social life take that upsurge you’ve been hoping for. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Use your perceptive Virgo instinct to help you see the positive aspects of what, at first, appears to be a disappointment. You could find that it proves to be quite the contrary.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Your ability to maintain a balance between sense and sentiment once again helps you sort through apparently conflicting choices and ultimately arrive at the right decision. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Before you seek the advice of colleagues about a potential career move, you might be better off getting counsel from someone who won’t be affected by the choices you make. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) It can be a challenging week for some relationships if the normal give-andtake flow changes with one side doing most of the giving and the other the taking. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) A new opportunity could bring with it much anticipation along with some anxiety. Take time to sort out your options as well as your emotional considerations. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Are you sure you have all the facts you need to let that matter move to another level? Don’t be rushed into a decision unless and until you feel it’s the right thing to do. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Pace yourself as you prepare to take on that more demanding project. Be careful not to let your energy reserves drain away. Take time to relax with people close to you. (c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Failure of the VA With all the fanfare about the suicide prevention programs created to help veterans who are suffering, it would seem that all a veteran would need to do is present himself at the closest Department of Veterans Affairs medical facility and help would immediately be there. Not necessarily so. A veteran presented himself at a VA emergency room suffering from suicidal thoughts. He was in pain, suffered from withdrawal

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seizures and was on medication that had been tapered down until he had no more pills. Six days later he was dead. At the ER the veteran asked to be admitted for inpatient detox. Instead they scheduled him for a same-day psych evaluation. A Veteran Experience Specialist took the veteran back to the ER and told them, again, that he’d asked for inpatient care. The veteran was handed off to an outpatient psychiatrist who recommended either inpatient detox or inpatient psychiatry care, inpatient in either case. The psychiatrist also escorted the veteran back to the ER. After multiple hand-offs, the veteran was told to go home. He refused to leave. Another physician accused him of malingering and called the police, who hauled

the veteran out of the building. The veteran asked to go back to the ER for specific knee pain. Back in the ER, multiple individuals heard the second ER physician say that the veteran could go shoot himself, and “I do not care.” (The VA did not get rid of this physician for nine more months, despite a long history of verbal abuse.) In all, within 12 hours, the veteran saw a total of seven medical providers. Five days later the outpatient psychiatrist finally made an appointment for a substance-use program, but no one told the veteran. He missed the appointment, of course, but no one followed up. The next day, six days after his ER visit, the veteran was dead from suicide. (c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Labor Day docs at the drive-in September is almost here and with the promise of slightly cooler weather (pretty please) the Palm Springs Cultural Center has a line up of special docs at the drive-in weekend for you. Kicking off Friday September 4, local filmmakers Ebersole and Hughes take us on an intimate look into the famed life of designer Pierre Cardin in “Housse of Cardin.” Take walk the troubled history of local environmental wonder and di-

saster The Salton Sea in “Miracle in the Desert” on Saturday, September 5. On Sunday, September 6, celebrate the life of the original King of Rock N’ Roll Chuck Berry! The drive-in lot opens at 7:30 p.m. and the film screens at sundown and is located at the Palm Springs Cultural Center 2300 East Baristo Road, Palm Springs. Car spots, picnic tables, and camp chair seats are all available. Reserve your drive-in experience today. puts out “feelers” that are invisible to the naked eye, so if you see mold on your muffin or bread, don’t think that you can cut that part off and be done with it. To be safe, throw the whole thing away.

• “I needed an outlet on my porch, so I ran a long extension cord along the edge of the patio and fed it up into a piece of PVC pipe that was left over from a plumbing job. It holds the end of the cord at about outlet height. Whatever works!” — V.L. in Arizona • “Before I go to the beach, I freeze an ice-cube tray full of lemonade. Then, we use the cubes in our travel cups. It keeps the lemonade cool, and as it melts (which tends to be quickly), it doesn’t water down the drink.” — K.H. in Myrtle Beach, S.C. • Mold on baked goods goes beyond what you can see. The mold

• Here’s a budget stretcher: “Credit goes to my friend for this great butter extender. Whip 1 pound of softened butter and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Slowly add 1 cup of olive oil. Beat up to 5 minutes to add air and increase volume. Pour into two 1-pint containers and refrigerate. Economical, spreads like soft margarine, tastes great and you get the benefits of olive oil in a natural product.” — S.B., British Colombia, Canada • Mix a quarter cup of salt in with two tablespoons of bath wash for a sudsy, refreshing, skin-soothing salt scrub. (c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Bear in mind Bears will be bears and it’s a good idea to keep clear of them when out for a stroll in your local forest this summer. That’s the advice the National Park Service is offering visitors to its Facebook page, reports the Association of Mature American Citizens [AMAC]. For example, its post starts out with this bit of pithy advice: “Please don’t run from bears or push your slower friends down in attempts of saving yourself.” The post appropriately concludes with a contrite “PS: We apologize to any ‘friends’ who were brought on a hike as the

‘bait’ or were sacrificed to save the group. You will be missed.” The Association of Mature American Citizens [www.amac.us] provides the Filler Files as a service on issues of concern to Americans over 50.