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Money Matters Tips to ensure your retirement savings last.

At the Movies Upcoming releases.

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Cover Feature Discover where the curtain will rise.

Gaming More than just jackpots: Treat yourself to gaming, restaurants and entertainment.

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Recipes A grape sensational: Delicious seasonal dishes for a happy holiday.

The Filler Files Strange but true news.

Book-Ends Pick up a book today.

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MONEY MATTERS

Tips to ensure your retirement savings last

egardless of age, most individuals share a common financial goal: to retire with the confidence that they have enough money to last a lifetime. With some smart planning, simple steps and useful tools this goal can be achieved. The problem is that the anxiety caused by uncertain variables can chip away at confidence quickly. In fact, just three in 10 people say they are very confident they will always feel financially secure, including during retirement, according to TIAA’s 2019 Lifetime Income Survey. Uncertainty about the future of social programs and market performance, concerns about unexpected expenses and investment losses, and fear of saving too little are all major detractors of confidence. Regardless of your age or where you are in the process of saving for retirement, there are simple steps you can take to increase your financial confidence today. Secure income for as long as you live: One of the best ways to improve your financial security is by guaranteeing that no matter how long you live, you will receive monthly income that will cover routine costs. Fixed annuities are the only product that guarantees a regular stream of income in retirement that cannot be outlived. They provide guaranteed lifetime income to give workers saving for retirement a method for insulating themselves from financial risks, such as the impacts of stock market volatility, longevity risk and even cognitive decline. Of those who participate in a company retirement plan, the 2019 Lifetime Income Survey found that nearly seven in 10 (69 percent) cite guaranteed income for life as one of their top goals for their retirement plan and almost half (45 percent) say that guaranteed income for life is their very top goal. TIAA offers fixed annuities that are guaranteed to grow every day during your savings years regardless of market fluctuations and provides guaranteed monthly payments that never run out. Seek professional advice: In order to effectively address financial uncertainty, you should seek professional advice to build a plan and cultivate the skills needed to deal with adverse events or circumstances. A financial planner has important insight that can help you determine the best plan for reaching your goals. In fact, those who rely on a financial adviser express more confidence in their ability to always be financially secure, never run out of money and maintain their lifestyle in retirement than those who do not rely on one. Everyone’s situation is different, so it’s important to work with someone you trust to provide a personalized plan and unbiased guidance. A financial professional will help to ensure that your investments and savings strategies are diverse to help protect you from market volatility and other uncertainties. Just like eating a variety of wholesome foods to stay healthy, you need a variety of investments - beyond the traditional focus on stocks and bonds to support your financial health. Explore all options, including products with guaranteed payments. Stick to the plan: Once you have a plan in place, keep your eye on the prize: retiring with confidence. Stay the course and work with your financial adviser who can help answer any questions. If available, always participate in employer sponsored retirement plans and take advantage of company match programs to increase your investments. Review your plan regularly and make adjustments as needed. Finally, don’t withdraw any funds from your retirement savings early or you could set yourself back significantly and incur a penalty. To learn more about how much you should save for retirement and options for how to build a retirement plan that will provide lifelong income, explore the Retirement Advisor Tools at www.tiaa.org.

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FILMS

At the Movies Upcoming releases

“Harriet” The extraordinary tale of Harriet Tubman’s escape from slavery and transformation into one of America’s greatest heroes, whose courage, ingenuity, and tenacity freed hundreds of slaves and changed the course of history. Starring Cynthia Erivo, Janelle Monáe, Joe Alwyn. Release date, November 1. “Doctor Sleep” Years following the events of “The Shining,” a now-adult Dan Torrance meets a young girl with similar powers as his and tries to protect her from a cult known as The True Knot who prey on children with powers to remain immortal. Starring Rebecca Ferguson, Ewan McGregor, Jacob Tremblay. Release date, November 8. “Midway” The story of the Battle of Midway, told by the leaders and the sailors who fought it. Starring Patrick Wilson, Luke Evans, Woody Harrelson. Release date, November 8.

“Charlie’s Angels” When a young systems engineer blows the whistle on a dangerous technology, Charlie’s Angels are called into action, putting their lives on the line to protect us all. Starring Naomi Scott, Kristen Stewart, Ella Balinska. Release date, November 15. “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood” Based on the true story of a real-life friendship between Fred Rogers and journalist Tom Junod. Starring Tom Hanks, Christine Lahti, Wendy Makkena. Release date, November 22. “The Irishman” A mob hitman recalls his possible involvement with the slaying of Jimmy Hoffa. Starring Robert De Niro, Al Pacino and Joe Pesci. Release date, November 27. “Richard Jewell” American security guard, Richard Jewell, heroically saves thousands of lives from an exploding bomb at the 1996 Olympics, but is unjustly vilified by journalists and the press who falsely report that he was a terrorist. Starring Olivia Wilde, Sam Rockwell, Paul Walter Hauser. Release date, December 13.

Tom Hanks in “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood.” Photo courtesy of Sony

“Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” The surviving Resistance faces the First Order once more in the final chapter of the Skywalker saga. Starring Oscar Isaac, Daisy Ridley, Mark Hamill. Release date, December 20. “Cats” A tribe of cats called the Jellicles must decide yearly which one will ascend to the Heaviside Layer and come back to a new Jellicle life. Starring Idris Elba, Rebel Wilson, Ian McKellen. Release date, December 20.

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COVER FEATURE

Discover where the curtain will rise Dezart Performs

Husband” is a bold reflection of love, commitment, and family in our perilous new world.

“Hand to God,” November 8-November 17. After the death of his father, meek Jason finds an outlet for his anxiety at the Christian Puppet Ministry in the devoutly religious, relatively quiet small town of Cypress, Texas. Jason’s complicated relationships with the town pastor, the school bully, the girl next door, and most especially - his mother are thrown into upheaval when Jason’s puppet, Tyrone, takes on a shocking and dangerously irreverent personality all its own. For mature audiences. “Daniel’s Husband,” January 10-January 19. Daniel and Mitchell are the perfect couple. Perfect house, perfect friends - even a mother who wants them married. They’d have the perfect wedding, too, except that Mitchell doesn’t believe in gay marriage. A turn of events puts their perfect life in jeopardy, and Mitchell is thrust into a future where even his love may not prove to be enough. “Daniel’s

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Dezart Performs plays are held at the Peal McManus Theater, 314 South Cahuilla Road in Palm Springs. For tickets or additional information, call 760-322-0179 or visit dezartperforms.org

Desert Theatreworks Agatha Christie’s “Murder on the Orient Express,” November 8-November 24. Desert Theatreworks is honored to be one of the first theatres in California to present this brand-new adaptation of Agatha Christi’s most popular tale by popular award-winning playwright Ken Ludwig. Just after midnight, a snowdrift stops the Orient Express in its tracks. The luxurious train is surprisingly full for the time of the year, but by the morning it is one passenger fewer. An American tycoon lies dead in his compartment, stabbed a dozen times, his door locked from the inside. Iso-

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lated and with a killer in their midst, detective Hercule Poirot must identify the murderer - in case he or she decides to strike again. “Mary Poppins,” December 6-December 22. She’s practically perfect in every way! Get ready for Mary Poppins to fly over the rooftops of london and onto the stage of Desert Theatreworks! This holiday musical, winner of 44 major theatre awards from around the globe, has captivated audiences for generations and now the enchating story, unforgettable songs and breathtaking production numbers will dazzle and delight theatergoers of all ages. Believe in the magic and discover a world where anything can hapen if you let it! “Beehive: The ‘60s Musical,” January 10-January 26. From solo powerhouse like Aretha Franklin and Janis Joplin to glamorous girl groups such as The Supremes and The Shirelles. This retro revue is packed with timeless tunes like “My Boyfriend’s Back,” “One Fine Day” and “Respect,” as well as authentic costumes and plenty of wigs, as it recreates that revolutionary era in popular music when songs like “Where the Boys Are,” “Downtown” and “Proud Mary” blasted from jukebozes and car radios. Relive the heyday of pop queens when Beehive brings its high-energy stage show to the stage. Desert Theatreworks performances are held at 45175 Fargo Street in Indio. The box office is open Monday-Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tickets can be purhased at dtworks.org. For more information, call 760-980-1455.

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McCallum Theatre “A Christmas Story,” November 26-November 27. From the songwriting team behind the smash hit Tony Award-winning musical Dear Evan Hansen and the Academy Awardwinning film “La La Land,” “A Christmas Story, The Musical,” brings the classic 1983 movie to hilarious life on stage. Set in 1940s Indiana, a young and bespectacled Ralphie Parker schemes his way toward the holiday gift of his dreams, an official Red Ryder® Carbine-Action 200-Shot Range Model Air Rifle. An infamous leg lamp, outrageous pink bunny pajamas, a maniacal department store Santa, and a tripledog-dare to lick a freezing flagpole are just a few of the distractions that stand between Ralphie and his Christmas wish. “Waitress,” December 6-December 8. Inspired by the beloved film, “Waitress” tells the story of Jenna, an expert pie maker who dreams of a way out of her small town. A baking contest and the town’s new doctor may offer her a fresh start, but Jenna must summon the strength to rebuild her own life. Don’t miss this uplifting celebration of friendship, motherhood, and the magic of a well-made pie.

“Capital Steps,” January 12. The only group in America that attempts to be funnier than Congress, The Capitol Steps is a troupe of current and former congressional staffers who monitor events and personalities on Capitol Hill, in the Oval Office, and in other centers of power and prestige around the world and then take a humorous look at serious issues while providing a nationwide laugh for millions.

“Camelot,” January 17-February 9. An idealistic young King Arthur hopes to create a kingdom built on honor and dignity, embodied by his Knights of The Round Table. His Ideals, however are tested when his lovely queen, Guenevere, falls in love with the young Knight, Lancelot and the fate of the kingdom hangs in the balance. Music by Lerner and Lowe with such songs as “If Ever I Would Leave You,” “I Loved You Once in Silence,” “The Lusty Month of May,” and of course, “Camelot.”

McCallum Theatre’s performances are held at 73000 Fred Waring Drive in Palm Desert. For tickets, call the box office at 760-340-2787 or visitmccallumtheatre.com.

Palm Canyon Theatre’s performances are held at 538 North Palm Canyon Drive in Palm Springs. For tickets and information, call 760-323-5123 or visit palmcanyontheatre.org.

Palm Canyon Theatre

Theatre 29

“The King and I,” November 29-December 22. East versus West makes for a dramatic, richly textured and ultimately uplifting tale of enormous fascination. It is 1862 in Siam when an English widow, Anna Leonowens, and her young son arrive at the Royal Palace in Bangkok, having been summoned by the King to serve as tutor to his many children and wives. With both keeping a firm grip on their respective traditions and values, Anna and the King grow to understand and, eventually, respect one another, in a truly unique love story.

“Once Upon a Mattress” November 21-December 15. If you thought you knew the story of ‘The Princess and The Pea,’ you may be in for a walloping surprise! Carried on a wave of wonderful songs, by turns hilarious and raucous, romantic and melodic, this rollicking spin on the familiar classic of royal courtship and comeuppance provides for some sidesplitting shenanigans. Chances are you’ll never look at fairy tales quite the same way again. Theatre 29 performances are held at 73637 Sullivan Road in Twentynine Palms. For tickets and information, visit theatre29.org.

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GAMING

More than just jackpots Treat yourself to gaming, restaurants and entertainment Agua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage Located in Rancho Mirage. The Coachella Valley’s premier Poker Room. Home of The Show concerts, comedy and much more. 32250 Bob Hope Dr, Rancho Mirage. hotwatercasino.com Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs Offers an action-packed casino with slots, table games, high-limit gaming, live music and three restaurants. 401 East Amado Road, Palm Springs. sparesortcasino.com Augustine Casino Featuring the hottest slots in the Valley, three card poker, Spanish 21, ultimate Texas hold’em, black jack, musical entertainment and dining. 84001 Avenue 54, Coachella. augustinecasino.com Cahuilla Casino In the mountains of Anza sits Cahuilla Casino. Play the slots, compete in a gaming tournament. 52702 Highway 371, Anza. cahuillacasino.com

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Fantasy Springs Resort Casino Offering all you need for a funfilled getaway or complete destination vacation. Featuring luxurious hotel rooms, exciting Vegas-style gambling options, fabulous dining, worldclass entertainment, golf and poolside lounging, you’ll find it all here. This 250-room hotel features well-decorated rooms, many with spectacular mountain views. 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio. fantasyspringsresort.com Morongo Casino Resort The casino offers 310 well-appointed rooms and suites, a 150,000 square foot casino floor, nine restaurants and lounges and world-class entertainment. 49500 Seminole Drive, Cabazon. morongocasinoresort.com Red Earth Casino The casino offers 14,000 square feet of gaming space and is home to over 400 gaming

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machines, eight table games, including Texas hold’em, Spanish 21 and Lucky Ladies Blackjack. 3089 Norm Niver Road, Salton Sea Beach. redearthcasino.com Spotlight 29 Casino Features 1,600 of the hottest slots of any casino in the Coachella Valley. The casino also offers world-class table games, plus dining for less with a variety of fine and casual options. Guests can dance the night away at two exciting night clubs: En Vivo and Hot Spot. 46200 Harrison Place, Coachella. spotlight29.com Tortoise Rock Casino The casino offers 30,000 square feet of gaming space, with 490 slot machines, seven table games, live poker, plus live entertainment, Oasis Grill and Shelly’s Lounge. 73829 Baseline Road, Twentynine Palms. tortoiserockcasino.com

RECIPE Heat oven to 325 F. In small bowl, combine salt, mustard, thyme and pepper. Drizzle salmon fillets with honey and sprinkle with seasoning. Reserve any remaining seasoning. In nonstick skillet or saute pan, heat 2 teaspoons olive oil. Brown both sides of salmon fillets over medium-high heat, about 4 minutes per side. In baking dish, toss spinach and garlic with remaining olive oil. Place browned salmon on bed of spinach, cover loosely with aluminum foil and bake 8-10 minutes, or until salmon is just cooked through. In skillet used to brown salmon, over medium-high heat saute grapes 1 minute. Add wine, bring to boil and reduce quantity by half. Season sauce to taste with remaining herb mixture. Serve salmon on wilted spinach topped with grape and wine sauce. Nutritional information per serving: 449 calories; 36 g protein; 20 g carbohydrates; 23 g fat; 45% calories from fat; 4.3 g saturated fat; 9% calories from saturated fat; 100 mg cholesterol; 730 mg sodium; 1,120 mg potassium; 1.6 g fiber.

A Grape Sensational Delicious seasonal dishes for a happy holiday

y incorporating versatile ingredients into your holiday cooking, you can make a vast array of tasty seasonal goodies. For example, California grapes are abundant throughout the holiday season and add taste and visual appeal to dishes of all kinds, such as Seared Salmon with Spinach and Grapes, Grape Caprese Salad Hors d’ Oeuvres, Grapes in Rosé Wine Sauce and Wild Rice Stuffing with Grapes and Hazelnuts. Plus, they’re an easy, fresh, healthy snack to keep on-hand for hungry guests waiting for the meal. With their natural beauty, grapes can also be used to create tablescapes and centerpieces for festive holiday settings. Find more holiday recipe inspiration at grapesfromcalifornia.com.

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Seared Salmon with Spinach and Grapes Servings: 4

• 1 teaspoon salt • 1 teaspoon dry mustard • 1 teaspoon dried thyme • 1/2 teaspoon pepper • 4 salmon steaks or fillets (6 ounces each) • 2 teaspoons honey • 3 teaspoons olive oil, divided • 1 large bunch spinach, washed and stemmed • 1 clove garlic, minced • 2 cups red California seedless grapes, halved • 1/2 cup dry red wine

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Grape Caprese Salad Hors d’ Oeuvres Servings: 24

• Extra-virgin olive oil • high-quality, aged balsamic vinegar • freshly ground black pepper • 24 decorative bamboo skewers • 24 red seedless California grapes • 24 fresh basil leaves • 24 small, fresh mozzarella balls • sea salt On serving plate or platter, drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar, as desired. Sprinkle with pepper. To assemble skewers: On each skewer, add one red grape, one small basil leaf and one ball fresh mozzarella. Lay skewers on serving platter and sprinkle with dash of sea salt. Nutritional information per serving: 44 calories; 2.5 g protein; 1 g carbohydrates; 3 g fat; 64% calories from fat; 11 mg cholesterol; 20 mg sodium; .07 g fiber.

RECIPE

Wild Rice Stuffing with Grapes and Hazelnuts

Grapes in Rosé Wine Sauce Servings: 4

Servings: 12

• 2 cans (28 fluid ounces total) low-sodium chicken broth • 1 cup wild rice • 4 slices bacon, diced • 1 tablespoon butter, unsalted • 1 large onion, diced • 2 stalks celery, diced • 1 1/2 cups button mushrooms, sliced • 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, minced • 1/4 teaspoon salt • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, ground • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped • 1 cup hazelnuts, toasted and coarsely chopped • 2 cups California seedless grapes, picked from stem and rinsed In heavy saucepan, bring chicken broth to boil. Add wild rice and stir. Cover pan and reduce heat to low. Let simmer 1 hour until rice is tender and has popped open.

• 1 1/2 cups rosé wine • 1/2 cup sugar • 1/2 vanilla bean, split • 1 pinch salt • 3 cups halved red, green or black California grapes

In frying pan over medium heat, cook bacon until almost crisp, about 8-10 minutes. Add butter to bacon pan then add onions, celery, mushrooms, garlic, thyme, salt and pepper. Cook over medium heat 5-7 minutes until onions are translucent. Remove from heat and fold in parsley, hazelnuts and grapes. Add rice with any remaining liquid to frying pan and toss well to combine.

In large skillet, bring wine, sugar, vanilla bean and salt to boil, stirring until sugar has dissolved. Stir in grapes and let cool. Serving suggestion: Pour warm grapes over creme fraiche or vanilla ice cream. Nutritional information per serving: 250 calories; 0 g protein; 49 g carbohydrates; 0 g fat (0% calories from fat); 0 g saturated fat (0% calories from saturated fat); 0 mg cholesterol; 55 mg sodium; 1 g fiber.

Nutritional information per serving: 166 calories; 5.4 g protein; 21 g carbohydrates; 8 g fat; 40% calories from fat; 1.4 g saturated fat; 8% calories from saturated fat; 5 mg cholesterol; 126 mg sodium; 2.6 g fiber.

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STRANGE NEWS

The Filler Files A nutty story, indeed

Holly Persic had parked her car in the open in Allegheny County, PA over the weekend. She was off to the library on Monday morning and a squirrelly thing happened en route, according to the Association of Mature American Citizens [AMAC]. She heard strange noises coming from the engine and smelled something burning, so she pulled over and opened the hood only to find a stash of some 200 walnuts in a bed of grass. Apparently squirrels were attracted by a walnut tree in the Persic yard and got busy gathering a supply of nuts for the winter, stashing them atop the auto’s engine block.

Winning the lottery is not always what you think it is

2-2-2-2 was the lucky pick in a recent South Carolina Education Lottery drawing with $3.4 million at stake. But dreams of vast riches quickly went up in smoke when the one-thou-

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sand-four-hundred winners found out that they have to share the lottery loot, according to the Association of Mature American Citizens [AMAC]. That comes to an average payout per ticket of just about $2,500.

The toilet is still missing

The police are still looking for the robbers who stole the toilet in Britain’s Blenheim Palace, where Winston Churchill was born, are still on the loose, according to the Association of Mature American Citizens [AMAC]. It was a particularly rich haul for the thieves; the working commode, which was installed in the palace as part of an exhibition, was made of solid 18-carat gold and was worth some $5 million.

These thieves will need air conditioning where they are going

The Akron, Ohio Alliance Fellowship Church hardly had an occasion to use its brand new $3,500 air conditioning unit when it was sto-

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len, reports the Association of Mature American Citizens [AMAC]. The police were called in to find the perpetrators but Pastor Gus Brown may be hoping that the thieves will repent and return it and he posted a notice on the church bulletin board in front of the church. It reads in large letters, “Whoever stole our AC Unit: Keep it. It’s hot where you’re going.”

Farm grown furniture Need a new set of chairs or a table or even a lamp. Don’t buy them. Don’t build them. Grow them in your back yard, suggests the Association of Mature American Citizens. That’s what Gavin and Alice Munro of Derbyshire, England do; they harvest “shape as they grow” pieces of furniture for a living. Gavin tells the Reuters News Agency that they are currently nurturing a crop of 250 chairs, 100 lamps and 50 tables. The Association of Mature American Citizens [www.amac.us] provides the Filler Files as a service on issues of concern to Americans over 50.

BOOK-ENDS

Pick up a book today “Penny for Your Secrets” by Anna Lee Huber. The Great War may be over, but for many, there are still obstacles on the home front. Reconciling with her estranged husband makes Verity sympathetic to her friend Ada’s marital difficulties. Bourgeoisbred Ada, recently married to the Marquess of Rockham, is overwhelmed trying to navigate the ways of the aristocracy. And when Lord Rockham is discovered shot through the heart with a bullet from Ada’s revolver, Verity fears her friend has made a fatal blunder. Available October 29. “Kiss the Girls and Make Them Cry” by Mary Higgins. Clark When talented journalist Penelope “Casey” Harrison starts to research a piece about the #MeToo movement that includes an incident in her own life which she has been trying to put out of her mind for years, she does not realize that the young man who drugged and assulted her at a fraternity house party in college is now a wealthy, powerful industrialist on the eve of a merger which will make him a billionaire—and who will do anything, even murder, to cover his track. Available November 5. “Twisted Twenty-Six” by Janet Evanovich. Grandma Mazur has decided to get married again - this time to a local gangster named Jimmy Rosolli. If Stephanie has her doubts about this marriage, she doesn’t have to worry for long, because the groom drops dead of a heart attack after saying, “I do.” A sad day for Grandma turns into something far more dangerous when Jimmy’s former “business partners” are convinced that his widow is keeping a financial windfall. But the one thing these guys didn’t count on was the widow’s bounty hunter granddaughter. Available November 12. “Run Away” by Harlan Coben. You’ve lost your daughter. She’s addicted to drugs and to an abusive boyfriend. And she’s made it clear that she doesn’t want to be found. Then, by chance, you see her in Central Park. But she’s not the girl you remember. She is living on the edge, frightened and in trouble. You approach her, beg her to come home. She runs. And you do the only thing a parent can do: you follow her into a dark and dangerous world you never knew existed. Before you know it, both your family and your life are on the line. And in order to protect your daughter from the evils of that world, you must face them head on. Available November 12.

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