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Contents

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Cover Photo: 416 10th Street, the 2025 Best in Village Home. Cover photo by Patricial Ross

this issue

Coronado Flower Show 2025 Program

Cirque Des Fleurs Step right up to the greatest (flower) show on earth

Coronado’s Hidden Gardens Showcasing the garden projects of Coronado students

Earth Month Emerald Keepers celebrates with special events

Island Icon: Beverly Bass Expert hostess, entertainer, and cookbook maker

Safe Harbor Coronado Early prevention efforts are critical in shaping healthy decision making

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THE FIRST WORD

It will be a weekend of vibrancy, whimsy and wonder .. a Cirque des Fleurs … as the 103rd Coronado Flower Show fills up Spreckels Park.

82 favorites

Teacher’s Pet I volunteered to become my son’s first-grade classroom mom. How hard could it be?

Stop and Smell The Roses... And The Rum Bringing you a Florida Keys tradition from the 70’s

Making Beautiful Things Spring is in the air!

Oases of the Desert The enduring appeal of Rancho Mirage & Palm Desert

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What’s In Season? Avocados! Avocados are a superfood, containing healthy fats, fibers, and vitamins

Financial Focus How to Cope With Market Volatility

Book Corner What people are reading this month

The Coronado Flower Show, together with the annual Home Front Judging, is Coronado’s celebration of Spring. Come on out and join the City as it dons its finest floral suit and dazzles us with all the sights and sounds of this cherished local tradition. We are honored to be a part of this annual tradition by bringing you the program for the weekend, complete with the Home Front Judging results (as part of this months’ issue). We hope you enjoy! And that’s not all that is inside this month’s issue! Susie Heap takes us on a tour of Coronado’s hidden gardens … a joyful look into what are local students are doing! Hattie reminds us that a volunteer can be the best teacher’s pet there is. Christine offers up a little mixology to enjoy as you stop the smell the roses … and the rum. Earth Day is April 22nd, and Emerald Keepers will be celebrating the entire month with special events. Embrace some hospitality with Island Icon Beverly Bass, and take a looks inside Safe Harbor Coronado’s Drug Prevention Program. Spring is in the air, and on the table of Mary Palumbo, and Kris Grant takes us on a tour of the Oases of the Desert. Phew, that’s all a mouthful! Spring has sprung in Coronado … come on out and enjoy Coronado’s Greatest Show On Earth … … and don’t forget to say “Thank You” to a Floral Association volunteer, it takes a Village of Volunteers to keep a tradition alive for over 100 years!

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Dear Friends and Neighbors,

Special Thanks

Welcome to the 103rd Annual Coronado Flower Show! We’re so excited to gather once again under the beautiful tents of Spreckels Park to celebrate this year’s theme, “Cirque des Fleurs.” Inspired by the whimsy and wonder of the circus, this year’s show celebrates creativity, community, and the power of nature to bring us all together. For over a century, the Coronado Floral Association, in partnership with the City of Coronado, has been proud to present this cherished tradition. What started as a small neighborhood event has grown into the largest tented flower show in the nation—but at its heart, it remains a true community effort. It’s not just about flowers; it’s about people—our neighbors, families, and friends—coming together to share in something beautiful. This show wouldn’t be possible without the dedication, talent, and generosity of so many, and we’d like to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to the following groups: The City of Coronado – Thank you for your continued support in keeping this tradition alive and thriving. Your partnership is invaluable. Our incredible volunteers – From planning and organizing to setting up and welcoming guests, you are the heart and soul of this event. We couldn’t do it without you! Local garden clubs, community organizations and section chairs – Your expertise, passion, and creativity bring so much inspiration to our exhibits and competitions. Thank you to the wonderful Crown Garden Club, Bridge & Bay Garden Club, Coronado Junior Woman’s Club and the incredible section chairs who help our tents flourish every year. Every exhibitor, judge, sponsor, and vendor – Your contributions make this show a true spectacle of floral artistry, gardening excellence, and community pride. Our gifted installation designers – Nancy Baldwin, Natalie Bloom, Apua Garbutt, Elena Holland, and Gail Stewart thank you for sharing your creativity and floral magic to bring this year’s theme to life. The Coronado Eagle & Journal and Gina Falletta – A heartfelt thank you to Gina for your incredible graphics and creative input—you made our promotions as beautiful as the blooms themselves! We also deeply appreciate The Coronado Eagle & Journal for publishing the program for this cherished community tradition. And of course, YOU—our visitors and participants! Whether you’ve entered an exhibit, lent a helping hand, or are simply here to admire the beauty, your enthusiasm is what makes this event so special. We invite you to stroll through the exhibits, take in the stunning displays, and connect with fellow flower lovers. Whether you’re a master gardener, a first-time exhibitor, or just here to enjoy the sights and scents, we hope this weekend leaves you inspired and uplifted. Thank you for being part of this wonderful tradition. We are so grateful to celebrate with you! With warmest regards, 2025 Coronado Flower Show Chairs: Faith Bravo - Production Chair, Sarah Kelly - Programming Chair, Kelly Kephart - Amenities Chair

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103Rd Coronado Flower Show, CIRQUE DES FLEURS:

Coronado's GREATEST SHOW ON EARTH

A letter from the Coronado Floral Association President: Colby Erickson Freer

Step into Spreckels Park on the second weekend in April for the 103rd Annual Coroando Flower Show, and you won’t just find flowers—you’ll find the heartbeat of my hometown. I grew up in Coronado, and the Flower Show has always been part of the rhythm of spring here. It’s where artistry meets community and memories are made. I’ve spent over a decade being a proud steward of a century-old tradition and helping it bloom into something even more significant. I’ve worn many hats—mom, wife, professional, community advocate—but being part of the Coronado Floral Association has been among the most meaningful. This year marks my eleventh season serving the Flower Show in one way or another. Now, as President, I’ve made it my mission to bring the show back to its roots: floral art, city beautification, and education in all things horticulture. Okay, and yes, there is a lot to celebrate. The 2025 theme, Cirque des Fleurs, captures everything I hoped for—vibrancy, whimsy, wonder. It’s a nod to Coronado’s Tent City history, but with a flair that feels like stepping into a Greatest Showman song and a Moulin Rouge-inspired dream. The flowers remain the star, but the experience should feel electric, alive, and unforgettable. That’s why, over the years, I helped launch new traditions like the 1922 Club, Beyond the Tents, and Rise & Bloom—experiences that weave floral wonder through every block and swirl through the park in the spring breeze. Recently, my daughter wrote a love letter to the Flower Show for the local paper. In it, she imagined and described her magical flower—pink like a rose, with no thorns, smelling like strawberry cupcakes, beloved by ladybugs, and lasting forever. It was her way of capturing the joy she feels being part of the show—and honestly, it captured mine, too. I’ve had to navigate my fair share of thorns over the years—those sharp moments of doubt, stress, and unexpected detours. But like any good master gardener knows, pruning is essential for fresh blooms. When you selectively remove what no longer serves—a dead leaf, an overgrown stem—you make room for stronger, healthier growth. My husband and mom have stood by me through each season, quietly and powerfully supporting me, helping me trim back the noise, fatigue, and fear. Their belief in me has allowed me to keep growing into the woman I am today, with purpose and clarity. Their love is rooted deep in every bloom I’ve helped nurture. Like my daughter’s magical flower, I hope the memories we plant here last a lifetime. And that we pass them down, petal by petal. But here’s the truth: none of this happens without volunteers. It doesn’t matter if you’ve never planted a seed—this show needs passion, not perfection. It needs people who believe in something beautiful. Nonprofits, local participants, neighbors, friends, & families—this is your show, too. So join us. Step inside the tents, feel the magic in the air, and maybe tell me about your magical flower—I’ll be the one grinning ear to ear, watching my daughter dance in the gazebo while my son races from exhibit to exhibit, eager to find what wonder greets him next. It is in these magic moments that I am truly blessed to call Coronado my home. In Love and Flowers,

Colby Erickson Freer, President, Coronado Floral Association

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Cirque Des Fleurs S by DAWN RICHARDS

tep right up to the Greatest (Flower) Show on Earth as the Coronado Floral Association presents the Flower Show’s Cirque des Fleurs, April 12-13 at Spreckels Park. Though the starring act, naturally, will be flowers, a daring array of music and dance spectacles, along with fine food and fiery spirits, will offer loads of supporting roles. So many, in fact, you may be forgiven for thinking it’s a…wait for it…three ring circus!

While some may puzzle over the French circus theme, in fact music and theater flourished during the Belle Époque’s period of peace and enlightenment. This joie de vivre era enabled the nouveaux riche to enjoy the entertainments of Le Tout-Paris (“all of Paris,” as the elite were known). The 1889 World’s Fair and Moulin Rouge presented legendary extravaganzas, but it was the cirque that allowed the underclasses affordable entertainment. These circuses and music halls became a safe haven for the elite and riffraff to mix, as they enjoyed gawking at the “divine, easy girls” of bouncy ballads and barest costumes. The first famous performer of this period was Philip Astley, a highly skilled equestrian of the Seven Years’ War who, in 1782, introduced ring riders, acrobats, and jugglers in conjunction with his business partner, Charles Dibdin, the first musical composer of circus music.

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commemorated in the 1867 song, “The Daring Young Man on the Flying Trapeze,” to be performed on Saturday by the Coronado Ukulele Club. Music was a part of the circus from the beginning, dramatizing acts varying from the death-defying thrills of the trapeze and lion tamers, to the bumbling, funny/sad clowns. Popular dance music featured hornpipes and brass and wind bands, which can be enjoyed on Saturday and Sunday with the Coronado Community Band.

Yet another French gift was the one-piece, appellatively named fashion leaving little to the imagination, brought to us by trapeze legend Jules Léotard in 1859. Along with his clothing contribution, Léotard was

The bohemian appeal of Le Cirque Français also attracted artists including Degas, Renoir, Matisse, and Picasso, who delighted in the brightly colored and whimsical costumes of the performers. His paintings of 1906 became known as his Rose Period, also appropriately called his Circus Period. Look for our local artists’ colorful works at the Floral Booth!

Saturday’s Ringside Entertainment Thrills and spills await you in the Spreckels Pavilion where sideshows galore will entertain and enchant. Helping the show to go on is professional sound technician Paul Schlomann, who will coordinate audio for all performers.

Kicking off the opening act will be the Coronado Schools’ ROTC Color Guard under the direction of Senior Chief USN (ret) Thomas Hellwig, along with the National Anthem sung by CHS graduate Brandon Depperschmidt.

Amenities Chair Kelly Kephart notes how important the Board and many volunteers are, adding that, “We are excited to welcome back some of your favorite performances from past years and are looking forward to new acts on the grandstand this year inspired by Cirque des Fleurs, including a few surprises!”

Then, Director Fred Lee will delight fans with the Coronado Community Band. President and Founding Member, Phil Imming, explains how the Community Band consists of two groups: The Concert Band and the Big Band. To complement the event, each will feature different genres of music in tune with the Cirque des Fleurs theme. Their first song is the lively Fanfare Esprit, and given that a person with esprit is full of joy, what better way to start the day? The grandstand finale will showcase the Coronado Ukulele Club, founded by Daniel Perwich and directed by Tricialynn Naval. The strummers, with the mission “More Music, More Love,” will tantalize with French, flower, and circus-themed tunes that will have cirque-goers dancing and singing along. Wear comfortable shoes!

The third part of the opening act is Coronado Youth Cheer, led by Maggie Olsen. What better way to begin the Big Top festivities than lively cheers and stunts?

After Party Saturday evening from 7:00-10:00, the 1922 Club’s Greatest Party on Earth will immerse you in an “exclusive evening of fine food, signature cocktails, and live music beneath twinkling lights—a glamorous celebration of Cirque des Fleurs.”

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Sunday’s Sensational Lineup

Just as the original cirques of France featured popular dance music, so the Big Band will begin with a wide variety of music from 1940s swing to current big band jazz.

The Grandstand’s performances will end with a new group: the Coronado Line Dancers, led by Nancy Vorce. Prepare to practice your fanciest footwork to join in!

Next up is the Crown City Chorale, directed by Elena Vizuet. Their upbeat songs include favorites Blue Moon and Make Someone Happy. Consider a trip to the Beer Garden to wet your whistle so you can sing along!

Colby notes how “The entertainment this year truly brings the spirit of Cirque des Fleurs to life - whimsical, bold, and beautifully local. From the beat of the bands to the twirls of our tiniest dancers, it’s a celebration that fills the park with joy. As president, my purpose has always been to elevate floral art while weaving in unforgettable moments of connection - and this lineup does just that.”

Then, get ready to cheer for professional ballerina Miranda Giles’ Coronado Academy of Dance. Miranda’s winsome young dancers will win the hearts of audiences with their high flying frolics. As Colby Erickson Freer, President of the Floral Association exclaims, “Nothing makes me prouder than watching my daughter dance in the gazebo, surrounded by our community magic!”

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Kelly adds, “There’s something for everyone. Don’t miss out on this fun weekend!”

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ach year connected with our Coronado Flower Show, I so enjoy the chance to visit with Coronado school students and their advisers in

their student-maintained gardens, Following our good spring rains this year, it was my good luck to visit the CHS Garden Club in their garden area. The club’s adviser is Tara Davies, the Coronado Teen Age Librarian. Kali Lindsay of Emerald Keepers was in the garden also. Some of the garden clubbers are also interns with Emerald Keepers. Did you know if you call 619-535-7152 between March 22 and April 19, garden clubbers who are Emerald Keeper interns will come to claim your extra tree fruit and donate it to the IB Food Bank? The advisers keep the garden club green thumbs moving along. The club is now up to 50 members. The garden club grows both fall and spring crops, all with natural pest control. The produce is donated to the IB Food Bank. During my visit, I saw the students planting onions and marigolds to keep pests at bay. The garden boxes are also covered with chicken wire lids to keep the crows from eating at the crops. Two very healthy fruit-bearing trees, a lemon and a tangerine, are growing within the garden area as well.

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n my morning visit, I saw squash, gourmet blend lettuces, kale, cucumbers, tomatoes,

and radishes growing in the beautiful raised wooden boxes. Depending on the season, Russet and Sweet Potatoes are also grown there. This produce garden is always a delight, with never a weed in sight. Compost boxes are also kept busy. Moving on to another garden, I delighted in the CHS Special Ed class’s fabulous herb garden. The teacher/adviser there, Katie Quinly, MA, is a great adviser and teacher. She makes sure the raised beds that can accommodate wheelchairs are filled with soil amended from the great products from her nursery of choice. One sees their compost bins ready to go to work. These student gardeners grow, cut, and dry herbs and pack them into baggies for your spice drawer in the kitchen. The students can identify the herbs by their smell. Compost bins are seen in this garden also. These gardeners also maintain the CHS Memorial Garden.

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short drive away, I entered the Christ Church Memorial Garden, named years ago after a beloved

custodian’s wife who had passed away. This year, students from the third, fourth, and fifth grades shared their gardening abilities. Ella and Millie of the third grade were so happy to share their veggie garden. I found celery, green onions, curly kale, peas, parsley, and strawberries for dessert. A fun ceramic snail was enjoying the garden; Ella and Millie were not about to have a real snail there eating their veggies. Ava and Charlotte shared their fourthgrade fragrance garden; I found Sweet Peas, Lavender, hyacinths, and nasturtiums growing there and a sweet little bird house. Such a pretty garden.

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race, who is in the fifth grade, talked to me about the pollinators

seen through the garden area. We surely want to keep the bees and butterflies happy. Time to hop into the car once again and take a drive down to the Silver Strand Elementary School Garden. The garden this year is under construction, moving to an all-grade community garden. This fabulous location between the ocean and the SD Bay is huge and a delight. There is so much room to do things. I threaten to bring down my current book, cozy up into a comfortable chair by the strawberry tree, and spend a lazy afternoon. I can’t wait to see how it all develops. The nearby birds who habit the big birdbath are probably eager to see the change, maybe even a bunny or two. This garden is indeed like no other school garden, except maybe one at a resort. How can one go wrong with such an open space between two bodies of water? Thank you for joining me on this garden tour. It is so joyful to me to see what our Coronado students are doing in their gardens.

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Teacher’s Pet By HATTIE FOOTE

I never aspired to be a room mom or part of PTO. I felt it wasn’t my wheelhouse, and I was more than happy to be a silent helper. When my daughter was in kindergarten, I dabbled, offering to be the class party photographer. However, COVID put a quick stop to that; then, we weren’t allowed back in the classrooms for two-and-a-half years. When my son started kindergarten, I didn’t have a baby at home anymore, so I was able to work in the class more and see the sweet day-to-day chaos, including crayon eating and lots of little personalities. More than a few times, I was ready to drive to the Little Club or my bed after just an hour in the classroom! That’s when my eyes were truly opened to the hearts of our teachers. Coincidentally, when I went to college, I panicked and chose to go into Elementary Education because I would get summers off. I quickly realized that was an error in judgment and pivoted to Communications. 2023 was the year I pulled a 180. At first, I volunteered to be the historian for the PTO because I was already at all the events taking pictures. Apparently, I got a little too confident and volunteered to become my son’s first-grade classroom mom. How hard could it be?

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It was hard. That sounds dramatic, but for me, it was the pressure of making everything perfect for the teacher and kids because they deserve it! Also asking the parents for money all the time for class parties and teacher’s gifts is my personal nightmare. And the germs. Oh

culosis ward. All this to say, I loved it.

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incredible opportunity to peek into your

journeys, just ask! I know most teachers

child’s world and support the educators

appreciate the help.

I got to get to know his classmates, and

learned. Teachers are underpaid and

my gosh, the germs. During the craziest

warning, boy, do they love to talk about

overworked, and it’s our job as a com-

holiday week, we had a Grinch Day, and

everything. The teacher became one of

munity to champion them however that

I shook a dad’s hand, quickly realizing

my dear friends and I got to know so

looks to you (just no more coffee mugs

my hand was extremely damp. I was very

many different staff members. In fact, it

as gifts). We are so lucky in this town to

confused, and within minutes, I was

was so cute that during back-to-school

have such wonderful schools and won-

down bad. I spent Christmas break so

night this year, I had a moment of weak-

derful families that fill them with joy and

sick with Lord knows what, but I should

ness and volunteered again. I feel kind

wonder.

have known when the whole month of

of like a seasoned professional now,

December the class sounded like a tuber-

although I still hate asking for money.

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who put their everything into our kids.

It takes a village, quite literally I have

PA R T N E R E D C O N T E N T

WHAT’S IN SEASON?

Avocados, of Course! Avocados are a staple of California life and diet. When people think of California, they usually think of avocados, and guess what? They are in season right now! California accounts for around 90% of the avocados grown in the United States, yet most avocados consumed in the United States are imported from Mexico. Avocados can be found in almost every restaurant in California in some shape or form. Whether that is guacamole at a taco joint, a cucumber and avocado roll at your local sushi restaurant, or a chicken and avocado pizza at a neighborhood bar, avocados are the perfect addition to every meal. Avocados are considered a superfood, containing valuable, healthy fats, fibers, and vitamins such as A, C, E, and K. Avocados can improve heart health, promote weight loss, and boost your immune system. Some traditional uses for avocados include guacamole, avocado toast, and as a topping on a sandwich or taco. Next time you buy an avocado, try it in a salad with corn, cucumber, tomato, vinegar, and lemon dressing. Or maybe try it in your quesadillas for the perfect creamy addition. Finally, add it to your smoothie to make it extra creamy and filled with healthy fats and antioxidants. Avocados are the perfect superfood, and they are in season now!

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Stop And Smell The Roses… And The Rum By CHRISTINE JOHNSON

pril is upon us, and that means something special for our island with the Coronado Flower Show. This year is the 103rd annual event and the largest tented flower show in the U.S. The amount of work that the City of Coronado and the Coronado Floral Association put into these two days is immense and should be celebrated. Thinking about spring and the month of April suggests fresh beginnings and turning over new chapters. Almost anywhere you travel this time of year, the colors and fragrances fill your senses with something that brings back a memory or a desire to start new ones. I recently traveled back in time to my previous life in the Florida Keys. If you have never been, it is a must-see destination. The water is aqua, the tropical florals are always blooming, and the gentle sway of palm trees brings a relaxation you wonder if you have ever experienced. I came here with friends to help our friend deal with the loss of her husband of 57 years. A life together filled with love and laughter, raising a family, and finally retiring in the Keys fishing, boating, and watching sunsets that bring tears to your eyes. In all the sadness, though surprisingly,

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came laughter. Being together and remembering all we had shared and the simple life we had led on this set of tropical islands was something we had forgotten. We were younger in those times and formed a family of our own that 30 years later has not changed. Like flowers that lay dormant for a time, so do friendships, but when they bloom again, it’s a memory you never forget and brings a smile to your face no matter what life hands you. April is meant to watch the butterflies emerge from their chrysalis and bulbs of flowers open to the morning sun. Like these plants and flowers, friendships, too, have a beginning, a middle, and an end. But the ones that last a lifetime are the ones you water, talk to, and support. So, whether you are gardening, on vacation, or spending time with those you love, remember to stop and see the flowers in your life. Bringing you a Florida Keys tradition originating in the 1970s as you celebrate spring, this is the “RUM RUNNER.” Available to all in various stops along the 125-mile Jimmy Buffet Highway. Careful, though – it can sneak up on you, and the flowers might get a little blurry!

INGREDIENTS • 1-ounce dark rum • 1-ounce light rum • 1-ounce banana liqueur • 1-ounce blackberry liqueur • 1-ounce pineapple juice • 1-ounce orange juice • 1-ounce grenadine • 1-ounce fresh lime juice • 1 cup ice • 1-ounce strong-proof run (floater on top) • Garnish with your favorite fruit (orange, pineapple wedge or lime)

MIXOLOGY Mix the dark rum, light rum, banana liqueur, blackberry liqueur, pineapple juice, orange juice, grenadine, and fresh lime juice in a cocktail pitcher. Add the ice to a tall glass. Pour your drink mixture into the glass. If desired, float strong-proof rum on top and garnish with fruit.

NOTE: TRADITION IS TO SERVE THIS DRINK AS A FROZEN COCKTAIL. If that is your preference, just place all ingredients in a blender with ice and blend. Pour into tall glass and add a floater on top.

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Earth Month Emerald Keepers celebrates with special events

pril is Emerald Keepers’ favorite month. That’s because Earth Day is April 22. And here at Emerald Keepers, we don’t just celebrate the day, we celebrate the month with activities and events that are fun, educational and earth friendly. Emerald Keepers was founded in 2019 by Amy Steward with the idea to make Coronado a more sustainable community and to protect and raise awareness about our environment. Steward found inspiration in Margaret Meade’s quote: “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world.” The grassroots, nonprofit organization has been influential in bringing about change in Coronado, from championing the electric minibus Island Express to advocating for the recently passed City of Coronado plastic ordinance. This Earth Month, Emerald Keepers will celebrate both land and sea.

The California poppy is the official state flower.

CORONADO FLOWER SHOW April 12 - 13 Look for the Emerald Keepers booth at the Coronado Flower Show April 12 and 13. Emerald Keepers will be handing out native seeds, which are hardy, drought-tolerant and great for the local ecosystem. Pollinators, which are vital for the health of our ecosystem, thrive on indigenous plants such as California bush sunflower, California poppy, native milkweed and yarrow. Children will be able to plant poppies or native milkweed seeds in small peat pots, which can then be planted directly into the

California native milkweed is essential for monarch butterflies.

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ground once the seedlings sprout. We will also be playing matchmaker, pairing you with the perfect plant. Once you have your match, you’ll be able to take home a small sampling of native seeds. Need inspiration for an eco-friendly garden? Check out our poster of the winners of the Emerald Keepers Green Ribbon awards, which are given in conjunction with the Coronado Flower Show’s Homefront Judging, held March 28 through 30. Green Ribbons are given to properties that have attractive drought-tolerant landscaping and very little to no artificial turf. The Emerald Keepers high school interns will also be on hand to answer questions about their program, the School Garden and more. AN EVENING OF ALOHA April 24 Emerald Keepers first benefit in three years will be an evening to remember as we celebrate Earth Week and the ocean with the theme of malama i ke kai, a Hawaiian phrase that means “care for ocean.” Hawaiians have a deep love and respect for the ocean and feel it is their responsibility to care for and protect it. So do we. The island-themed event, held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. April 24, includes an art auction. Works from the world-renowned environmentalist Wyland, and local artists Tina Christiansen, Teresa Espaniola, Ana Violeta Horta and Matt

From left, Emerald Keepers high school interns Anna Thoms and Luciano Mancilla along with Kora Gilbert haul collected trash from the bayside during Emerald Keepers’ March beach cleanup. Swinden and more will be available for sale. The silent auction also includes items to enjoy and experience. Guests will be treated to live entertainment. The Mahana Dance Company is scheduled to perform dances from the Polynesian Islands, and musician Michael Gonzalez, known as Gonzo, will keep the island vibe going. The menu includes appetizers and a zero-waste buffet with favorites such as coconut shrimp and pineapple chicken

skewers. A special VIP reception will allow VIP guests to preview auction items while enjoying sparkling wine before the beginning of the program. VIP guests will also have preferred seating throughout the evening. Tickets are $85 per person; VIPs cost $110; tables of six or eight are available at discounts. Interest for the memorable evening has been high, and seats are limited. For tickets and more information, go to emeraldkeepers.org. BEACH CLEANUP April 5 Emerald Keepers’ Earth Month activities kick-off with a beach cleanup on April 5. We’ll be cleaning a stretch of North Beach. Come lend a hand and meet us at 8 a.m. at the end of Ocean Boulevard by the turnaround area at the entrance to North Island. Look for the Emerald Keepers flag. Emerald Keepers organizes cleanups on the first Saturday of the month

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CELEBRATE

EARTH MONTH WITH EMERALD KEEPERS

APRlL 5

Beach Cleanup. Meet at North/Dog Beach. Look for the Emerald Keepers flag. 8-10am.

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Coronado Flower Show. Visit Emerald Keepers’ Educational Tent and learn about native plants.

APRIL 19

3rd annual EcoCamp for Kids presented by Emerald Keepers interns at the CHS garden. Middle school children: 10am-noon; elementary school children: 1:30-3:30pm. Free. For information and registration, go to emeraldkeepers.org/new-events.

APRIL 22

Earth Day! Reduce, Reuse, Recyle, Rethink, Repair, Repurpose. Pick up any trash that you see to keep Coronado Emerald Green, Ocean Blue.

APRIL 24

An Evening of Aloha - MĀLAMA I KE KAI Art auction, drinks, island-style food and music. Nautilus Room, 6:30-8:30pm. Tickets on sale now. Go to emeraldkeepers.org for details.

APRIL 26

Free Paper Shredding & Electronic Waste Recycling event by City of Coronado & EDCO. City Hall, 8am–noon.

ONGOING

Look for the Green Ribbons for the best eco-friendly gardens from Emerald Keepers Homefront Judging in partnership with the Coronado Flower Show. Coronado Crops Program. Donate your extra produce to the Imperial Beach food pantry. Emerald Keepers interns will come and pick what you don’t need. Email info@emeraldkeepers.org

“

These initiatives help strengthen the Emerald Keepers community. Through advocacy and by setting a good example, we show that citizens can do their part to keep Coronado Emerald Green, Ocean Blue.

”

Kali Lindsay, president, Emerald Keepers APRIL 2025 |

The Emerald Keepers High School Interns’ EcoCamp includes craft projects. (check emeraldkeepers.org/new-events for times and locations). Twenty-seven volunteers collected 58 pounds of trash during our March cleanup along the bay near the Ferry Landing. While 58 pounds might not sound like much, remember cigarette butts, plastic bottles and Styrofoam are the most common trash found on beaches. None of these items weigh much. ECOCAMP April 19 Middle and elementary school students are invited to participate in a fun and educational camp at Coronado High School’s community garden, led by Emerald Keepers High School interns. The camp, held April 19, will have two sessions: 10 a.m. to noon for middle school students and 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. for elementary school kids. These free camps are designed to inspire kids to care for the planet through a variety of fun activities. Participants will enjoy outdoor games, arts and crafts, and hands-on lessons focused on sustainability. Key topics include learning about plants and pollinators and each camper will decorate their own

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flowerpot and plant their own seeds. To register, go the emeraldkeepers. org/new-events. PAPER SHREDDING AND ELECTRONIC WASTE RECYCLING April 26 On April 26, the City of Coronado, in partnership with EDCO, will be holding a free paper shredding and electronic waste recycling event for residents from 8 a.m. to noon at City Hall. CORONADO CROPS Emerald Keepers high school interns’ Coronado Crops program is still in full swing. This year alone, the program has donated roughly 1,000 pounds of produce to the Imperial Beach Neighborhood Center Food Pantry. Homeowners who have more fruit on their trees than they can use or share can contact Emerald Keepers and interns will come to pick and box the excess fruit. The Rotary Club of Coronado will then deliver the donated produce to the Food Pantry. This initiative not only supports those struggling with food insecurity (over one in six people in San Diego face uncertainty about their next

Danny Vinegrad (top photo) picks oranges and displays them with Logan Berk (bottom photo). meal) but also benefits homeowners by maintaining their trees and yards. Fruit left unpicked can rot, attracting pests, so participating in this program is a win-win for both the community and homeowners. Email info@emeraldkeepers.com with your name, phone number, address and weekend dates and times convenient for you, and one of our interns will be touch. 6 Rs Don’t forget to reduce, reuse, recycle, rethink, repair and repurpose as we celebrate Mother Earth during Earth Month and all year long.

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THE 3 BIGGEST MISTAKES SELLERS ARE MAKING RIGHT NOW

IF YOU WANT TO SELL YOUR HOUSE, HAVING THE RIGHT STRATEGIES AND EXPECTATIONS IS KEY. BUT SOME SELLERS HAVEN’T ADJUSTED TO WHERE THE MARKET IS TODAY. THEY’RE NOT FACTORING IN THAT THERE ARE MORE HOMES FOR SALE OR THAT BUYERS ARE BEING MORE SELECTIVE WITH THEIR BUDGETS. AND THOSE SELLERS ARE MAKING SOME COSTLY MISTAKES. HERE’S A QUICK RUNDOWN OF THE 3 MOST COMMON MISSTEPS SELLERS ARE MAKING. PRICING THE HOME TOO HIGH IF YOU AREN’T UP TO SPEED ON WHAT’S HAPPENING IN YOUR LOCAL MARKET, YOU MAY GIVE IN TO THE TEMPTATION TO PRICE HIGH SO YOU CAN HAVE AS MUCH WIGGLE ROOM AS POSSIBLE TO NEGOTIATE. SKIPPING REPAIRS ANOTHER COMMON MISTAKE IS TRYING TO AVOID DOING WORK ON YOUR HOUSE. BUYERS MAY ASSUME LITTLE FLAWS ARE SIGNS OF BIGGER PROBLEMS — AND IT COULD COST YOU WHEN OFFERS COME IN LOWER REFUSING TO NEGOTIATE BUYERS TODAY ARE FEELING THE PINCH OF HIGH HOME PRICES AND MORTGAGE RATES. WITH AFFORDABILITY THAT TIGHT, THEY MAY COME IN WITH AN OFFER THAT’S LOWER THAN YOU WANT TO SEE. DON’T TAKE IT PERSONALLY. INSTEAD, FOCUS ON THE END GOAL: SELLING YOUR HOUSE.

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THE BIGGEST MISTAKE OF ALL? NOT USING A REAL ESTATE AGENT

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Island Icon:

Beverly Bass by ELIZABETH BRUNTON, Coronado Historical Association Volunteer

s a young 20-year-old in the 1970s, Beverly Bass moved from Pamona to San Diego and quickly fell in love with the city. She was drawn to a career in the food and beverage industry. Beverly said that her mom was a “phenomenal cook – with fabulous presentations of food and fresh flowers.” Inspired by her mother, she took some classes and, in her own words, “embraced hospitality.” She worked first at the Sheraton and then at the Half Moon Inn before joining the Hotel del Coronado. She progressed from Banquet Captain to Food Trainer, Assistant Food and Beverage Director, and finally, for twelve years, Food and Beverage Director and Senior Vice President at the Hotel del Coronado—all accomplished in a field dominated by men. When she was the Food and Beverage Director, she was one of two women nationwide who held that position. As such, she was responsible for all food and

drink served at the hotel, which included five restaurants, four bars, a pool shack, a 24-hour deli, and room service. Her alarm would go off at 4:30 a.m., and she would be at her desk at 5:15 a.m. every day, working 16-18 hours a day. Larry Lawrence owned the Del during Beverly’s tenure at the hotel. She shared several stories about him. Beverly had been acting as the food and beverage director for 14 months, and it was Christmas time. Employees were getting turkeys and bonuses based on how long they had been employed at the Del. Beverly received a check for $36.00 and no turkey. She made an appointment to see Mr. Lawrence. She asked him, “When is the F&B director arriving?” and he responded, “You’re looking at her. See my attorney, and you’ll sign a contract.” When she returned to her office, there was a courier with a note from Larry Lawrence: “Enclosed is a check for $1500.00 – you won’t have time to cook a turkey.”

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She said that Larry Lawrence was a “brilliant entrepreneur and had great business acumen” but admitted that he wasn’t especially popular in Coronado. When acquaintances would pressure her to “tell me about Larry” she always responded, “This is what I would like to tell you: he signs my check every other week.” Her creativity, love of entertaining, and sense of design are evident in all the memorable events that she planned. Under her tutelage, weddings and holidays were noteworthy at the Del—no detail was forgotten. In her role as Director, she worked closely with the clients 62

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and the chefs, both challenging and demanding tasks. She was able to accommodate the special requests of celebrities, including Presidents, with grace, calm, and a sense of humor. She was especially fond of President Ronald Reagan. In 1982, the Hotel del Coronado hosted a meeting between President Reagan and President Miguel de la Madrid of Mexico. Of course, in her role as Director, Beverly oversaw everything, even though she had recently broken her leg and was in a walking cast. She was at the hotel’s bus station when she became light-headed and had to sit down and put her head between

her legs. President Reagan came over and said, “What’s wrong with Beverly?” and pulled her up by her armpits, looking her in the eye. She was so embarrassed. Two weeks later, two cases of wine from President Reagan’s winery in Santa Barbara were delivered with the note, “The food was superb, service was out of this world. Try to stand on your feet when you have a glass of wine.” She also described President Carter as the “sweetest, kindest, and nicest person.” One unnamed renowned guest complained repeatedly that her room service toast was cold every morning. To solve the problem and appease the guest, Beverly used a toaster from the kitchen to make toast steps away in an empty adjoining room so that the toast could be served hot! Beverly lived in Point Loma, but she moved to Coronado after her marriage to Ken Bass, a retired Navy pilot. She loves living in Coronado, especially being close to the water.

Running on the beach was a way that she could cope with her demanding career. In fact, she ran two half marathons. As she was approaching retirement, she told friends, “I’m going to sit on the beach with a picnic basket, wine, and a French baguette.” Upon her retirement, Beverly decided to write a cookbook. She realized that there was a demand and interest for recipes and entertainment tips related to the Del since hotel guests very often asked for recipes. She reported, “I was always thinking and dreaming of food.” Larry Lawrence granted her the permission that she needed but made it clear that he wouldn’t underwrite it. Banquet recipes had to be adapted for servings of four to eight people. Neiman Marcus department store loaned all the props, and every photograph took over eight hours to shoot. Three years and $40,000 later, the “Hotel del

Coronado Cookbook” was published. Along with the recipes and menus, she shared anecdotes about events held at the Del. The recipes remain relevant today. She remembers fondly meeting Julia Child during one of their book signing events. The tables for the book signing were alphabetically assigned, so Beverly and Julia were seated next to each other. They went out to dinner together that evening. Three years later, she authored a second cookbook called “Simple and Smashing—A Collection of Recipes for Easy Holiday Entertaining” — again a reflection of her passion for cooking and entertaining. She then went on to teach cooking classes in Coronado, sharing her expertise and joy of cooking. Today, she remains active, cooking for friends, playing bridge, and sharing stories from her illustrious career.

True to its mission to serve as Coronado’s primary center for community history, the Coronado Historical Association (CHA) conducts special oral history interviews with Coronado natives and long-time residents. This special, ongoing project is called “Island Icons.” Oral history is critical to capturing local history because it helps us record information and stories that might otherwise go undocumented. Local history is not included in national textbooks or history books, so it is up to organizations like CHA to collect these important first-hand accounts and memories for the future. Island Icons stories are permanently archived at CHA. More information about the program can be found at coronadohistory.org.

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A student-actor portrays a patient in an emergencyroom scene, depicting the real-life consequences of substance use.

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SAFE HARBOR CORONADO: ANNIE GARDNER

The Drug Prevention Program

esearch shows that children begin forming their attitudes and beliefs about drug use as early as ages 11-12, making early prevention efforts critical in shaping healthy decisionmaking and reducing future risk of substance use (National Institute on Drug Abuse, 2020) This is a staggering statistic and shows that it is more important than ever to help our kids understand the dangers and serious consequences of drug use. We must reach them early to equip them with the skills to say no and help prevent them from wanting to try

harmful substances in the first place. The annual Drug Prevention Program, hosted by Safe Harbor Coronado and Coronado Middle School is designed with exactly these goals in mind. This year, sixth-grade students from all Coronado Schools participated in the Drug Prevention Program on March 18th. This half day program is an all-volunteer program that is a combination of dramatic skits highlighting possible drug and alcohol scenarios that a typical teen might encounter, and educational stations that aim to educate, open conversation and make kids think twice about trying drugs.

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“sixth grade students from all Coronado Schools participated in the Drug Prevention Program”

Students are divided into 9 groups and together they travel through 14 activities. There are 5 dramatic skits that utilize pre-selected student actors, high school students, parents, pharmacists, police, EMT’s, doctors and nurses. Each actor is from our community, which brings a sense of realism to what the students experience. The students watch as a fellow sixth grade student is confronted with the pressures of vaping and partying. Their experience culminates when they agree to try an unknown substance and end up unconscious. The audience see the actor loaded onto a gurney and then doctors and nurses scrambling to help save the student. The actor’s parents are part of the scene, reacting emotionally as the doctor explains that they are not sure if the student will pull through. It is an intentionally intense scene that highlights the severity of consequences from choosing to engage in risky behaviors like taking drugs. Following the skits, there is an opportunity to debrief with counselors before the students move on to the educational stations. In addition to the skits, there are 8 educational stations that the groups rotate through. These include a trivia game highlighting the scary statistics about drug and alcohol use, an opportunity to practice refusal skills, an educational presentation about brain health from SHARP pharmacists, and a peer-to-peer discussion with high school students about the realities faced by teens in our community. Other hands-on stations include trying on CPD’s drunk goggles and exercising while breathing through a straw so kids can feel first-hand how their body might react to the stress caused by substance use. This year students were also able to see a demonstration from the K9 Detection Team and learn how law enforcement use dogs to aid in their drug related cases. 68

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Substance use, abuse and addiction remains a serious problem in our society. The Drug Prevention Program is a fantastic first step for all sixth graders to experience. One parent reflected, “The program is incredible. All the presenters are engaged. All of the student actors and adult actors do such a great job over and over again. The kids are engaged. The stations interesting and fun. The scenes feel alive and real.” Another participant highlighted, “I love that the High School students were honest with the kids and told them that they WILL (not might) encounter drinking at parties, so be prepared.” The earlier and more frequently we can discuss, educate and empower our youth about the dangers of drug and alcohol use, the more likely we are to help stem the flow of drug related crime, addiction, disease and even death. Coronado is fortunate to have the Drug Prevention Program available to get the conversation started early and often. Safe Harbor Coronado provides comprehensive mental health services to youth and families in Coronado. Through a range of programs and counseling services, Safe Harbor Coronado empowers individuals to build resilience and emotional well-being while fostering a stigma-free environment for help-seeking behaviors. Safe Harbor’s programs are available to all members of the Coronado community, regardless of financial means. For more information about Safe Harbor Coronado, their programs and services, visit www.safeharborcoronado.org.

Participants test ‘drunk-goggles’ at Safe Harbor’s Drug Prevention event, experiencing the effects of alcohol impairment.

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pring is in the air! Blooms with pastel linens and soft colors adorn the table in anticipation of filling the outdoor space with family, friends, and conversation.

Making Beautiful Things... ~Mary Palumbo

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uiet moments in the morning with your favorite cup of coffee is the perfect start to your day.

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omemade bread and cannoli pastries dusted with powdered sugar ...who can resist?

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bountiful harvest from the garden in the spring is a great way to begin menu preparation.

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ight bites made with fresh ingredients is the theme for spring as we ease into the season of sunshine, flowers, friends and family.

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FINANCE

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My Historic House Tour of Sunnylands on Friday, February 7 happened to coincide with a Yoga in the Gardens session. The free yoga sessions are held on the Great Lawn at 10 a.m. on Fridays from November through April. Reservations aren’t required, and participants bring their own yoga mats. Photo by Kris Grant.

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The atrium of the Historic House is where the Annenbergs often held receptions and parties for world leaders. The center sculpture is an original casting of “Eve” by Auguste Rodin, 1881; works by Monet, Renoir, Van Gogh and other world-renowned artists adorn its walls. Photo by Grayden Wood, provided by the Annenberg Foundation Trust at Sunnylands.

O ases of the D esert : The Enduring Appeal of Rancho Mirage & Palm Desert From world-class golf courses and luxury shopping to scenic desert retreats, these Coachella Valley gems offer the perfect blend of relaxation plus adventure. By KRIS GRANT There’s nothing better than a quick midwinter trip to the desert to refresh the spirit… unless it’s three trips! Yes, in February and March of this year, I made three quick trips over to the resort towns of Rancho Mirage and Palm Desert, ostensibly to research this story, but selfishly because I just love the entire “Greater Palm Springs” area. My first jaunt over the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto mountains was to visit Sunnylands, the 200-acre estate and former winter home of Ambassadors and philanthropists Walter and Leonore Annenberg in Rancho Mirage. It’s fabulous; you must go. Then, as I was researching online the McCallum Theatre in Palm Desert, I discovered that the Kingston Trio was

performing there for one night only – the very next night! I quickly secured a press pass. (Whew… lucky for me, because the show was a sell-out.) I then connected with the guys and some fellow Coronado alums backstage; I can’t wait to share a secret wish from these band members. On a third trip, I stayed at the Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort and Spa and for three days soaked in all that these desert oases towns are noted for, including undulating golf courses that remain verdantly green from the desert’s spring water, palm trees whose fronds lace bright blue skies, and a warm dry climate that beckons you to don your resort wear. I explored what is arguably the best shopping district in all of

California: El Paseo. I’ll tell you what makes it so on the following pages. Here the roads bear the names of luminaries who once called Rancho Mirage home, including Bob Hope, Dinah Shore, Frank Sinatra and President Gerald Ford. Eisenhower Hospital in Rancho Mirage is named after part-time resident and avid golfer President Dwight D. Eisenhower, and that’s where the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is based. In the footsteps of these celebrities who brought these desert communities to international acclaim, I met some hardworking local entrepreneurs whose stories and products are also worthy of your attention. Here we go! A P R I L 2 0 2 5 | 85

The group yoga session was the first thing I saw as I entered the Sunnylands Center and looked across to the glass façade and Great Lawn beyond. The spacious contemporary building also houses a rotating art exhibit, café, gift shop and multimedia offerings that detail the history of Sunnylands and its founders, Walter and Leonore Annenberg. Photo by Kris Grant.

Sunnylands: The legendary estate where history and diplomacy meet Often called the “Camp David of the West,” Sunnylands has hosted U.S. presidents, royalty and world leaders for diplomatic meetings and retreats. Now run by the Annenberg Foundation Trust at Sunnylands, it continues in its mission “to serve as a high-level retreat center for international diplomacy, dialogue and policy discussions” while also engaging the public through education, the arts and sustainability initiatives. The mid-century modern mansion of 25,000 square feet sits amid 200 acres of lush gardens, a nine-hole golf course, nine lakes and serene reflecting ponds. It was the former home of Walter and Leonore “Lee” Annenberg. The Sunnylands Center and Gardens are open to the public free of charge. The self-guided tour includes the nine-acre garden, inspired by Impressionist paintings. It features a labyrinth, sculptures, walking trails and a reflecting pool. Among its 70,000 plants are Palo Verde trees, 86

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Barrel Cacti and Agave are artfully arranged in geometric patterns at Sunnylands, and a labyrinth provides a space for a restful, meditative walk. Photos by Kris Grant. low-growing succulents and cacti, including thousands of Golden Barrel cactus, arranged in striking geometric forms, Agave, Aloe Vera, Desert Marigolds, Ocotillo, Mexican Fence Post cactus, and desert grasses such as deer grass that soften spaces with gentle movement.

Also included is the exhibit gallery that showcases the Annenbergs’ history and diplomacy and a special exhibition room. During my visit, it showcased the work of Charles William “Billy” Haines, the chief instigator and mastermind behind the creation of the Sunnylands estate. Haines paired with architect

Prince Phillip, Leonore Annenberg, HRH Queen Elizabeth II, and Walter Annenberg at Sunnylands in 1983. Photo provided by Annenberg Foundation Trust at Sunnylands.

A. Quincy Jones, with whom he had worked before, to create Sunnylands. The design team began work in 1963 and work was completed in 1966. Haines was a Hollywood movie star from 1922 to 1934 who walked away from his career, refusing to live his life as a closeted gay man. He pivoted into a new career as a self-taught interior and furniture designer and antique dealer, with early clients including Joan Crawford, Gloria Swanson, Carole Lombard, Marion Davies and George Cukor. He created more than 400 pieces of custom-designed furniture for Sunnylands, using the pillars of classical furniture design, but giving them a modern twist. I wish I could show you more of Haines’s inspired work, but photographs are not permitted inside the historic house nor the three guest apartments. Some design highlights include the use of “Sunnylands pink,” a distinctive shade of pink chosen by Leonore Annenberg. Floor-to-ceiling windows provide sweeping views of the golf course and desert mountains. The house employs

President Barack Obama hosted President Xi Jinping of the People’s Republic of China for an official working meeting at Sunnylands on June 7 and 8, in 2013. Photo provided by Annenberg Foundation Trust at Sunnylands.

mid-century modern principles of clean lines, open spaces and minimal ornamentation. The Annenbergs’ museum quality art, among them, works by Van Gogh, Picasso, Cézanne, Monet and Renoir have been donated to museums. Reproductions are in place at Sunnylands. Historic House tours can be scheduled online beginning on the 15th of the month prior to the month you wish to go. Walter Annenberg was a publishing magnate, who, at age 34, took over his father’s company, Triangle Publications, upon his death in 1942. Among its holdings were the Philadelphia Inquirer and The Daily Racing Forum. Walter transformed and modernized the company. He introduced Seventeen and Weekend magazines and, in 1952, created TV Guide; by the 1970s TV Guide was selling 20 million copies per week. He built his company into a major communications network, including television and radio, selling much of it to Rupert Murdoch in 1988.

From 1969 to 1974, Annenberg served as U.S. Ambassador to the United Kingdom under President Richard Nixon. Leonore Annenberg was also an ambassador, a rank she achieved due to her diplomatic service and role as the U.S. Chief of Protocol under President Ronald Reagan. The Annenbergs were deeply involved in philanthropy, particularly the arts, education and public service. They donated billions to cultural institutions, among them, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, the Annenberg School for Communication at the University of Pennsylvania and USC, and the Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts in Philadelphia. After Walter’s passing in 2002, Leonore continued their charitable legacy. Before her death in 2009, she established the Annenberg Foundation Trust at Sunnylands, ensuring that the estate would continue to host high-level meetings, including U.S.-China summits and discussions on global security and climate change. APRIL 2025 |

El Paseo begins at the intersection of Highway 74 and offers a memorable mile of shopping, dining, art galleries and special events. Public sculptures adorn its median, including “Nine Ancestral Feathers” by artist Adrian Litman. Photo by Kris Grant.

El Paseo fuses shopping, dining, culture and fun

It stands to reason that El Paseo offers the finest shopping experience in all Southern California. The boulevard is home to more than 250 businesses, including chic shops, restaurants, art galleries, salons and home furnishings showrooms. There are even well curated furnishing consignment stores, most notably The Private Collection, at the south end of the one-mile boulevard. El Paseo serves an affluent customer base of wealthy seasonal visitors, retirees and celebrities, all of whom have a strong demand for luxury shopping. Situated in the heart of the Coachella Valley, El Paseo, with its never-ending events and public art, has itself become a tourist attraction, drawing visitors from nearby Palm Springs, Indian Wells and Rancho Mirage. It was Fashion Week in mid-March when I visited El Paseo. This is the largest consumer fashion show on the West Coast. Large white tents were set up behind Sak’s Fifth Avenue for the ticketed runway shows. Bentleys and Lamborghinis dotted the boulevard, which was festooned with posters, some about Fashion Week and others heralding the arrival of Palm Desert Food and Wine the following weekend. That three-day culinary celebration featured premium food, wine and craft beer tastings and

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cooking demonstrations, a Grand Tasting, culminating with an “intimate culinary evening” with celebrity chef Curtis Stone. These back-to-back signature events mark the height of “the season” in Palm Desert, and indeed the entire Coachella Valley, which runs roughly from late October through April and features temperatures ranging generally in the 70s and 80s. El Paseo pulls additionalvisitors attending Palm Springs Film Festival in January and Modernism Week (actually extending two weeks) in February.

In the 1960s, El Paseo was a small but stylish shopping district that gradually grew with new high-end boutiques, art galleries and restaurants. In the 1980s, Palm Desert’s rapid development brought further investment, transforming El Paseo into a more upscale shopping district. But it was in the 1990s and early 2000s that El Paseo blossomed. In 1998, the Gardens on El Paseo opened, adding brands like Gucci, Louis Vuitton and Tiffany & Co. and boutiques like Eileen West and Trina Turk. You’ll find the only Sundance women’s boutique in Southern California here,

At the south end of El Paseo you’ll find The Private Collection, offering high-end consignment furniture, all in mint condition, curated by its owners Esther Kuzawa (seated) and Sally J. Anderson. “Some of our clients have three, four and five houses, and like to entertain often,” said Anderson. “So they often change out their furnishings, and consign the outgoing pieces with us.” Photo by Kris Grant.

Complimentary courtesy cars will whisk you up and down El Paseo. Photo by Kris Grant. one of just 17 in the nation. But lest you think that El Paseo caters exclusively to the well-heeled, know that you’ll find the largest Chico’s in the world here; it’s about five times larger than the one at San Diego’s Fashion Valley. The district features some three dozen restaurants, including notable steakhouses like Eddie V’s and Mastro’s. Several restaurants offer less expensive fare: Wilma and Frieda’s is a great spot for

breakfast and brunch, featuring comfort food like homemade pop tarts and short rib eggs benedict. My friend Kathy and I started off our day with brunch and mimosas here. Other lively and quite affordable eateries include Armando’s Dakota Bar and Grill, known for its Mexican food and strong margaritas, and the FIX that will fix you up with gourmet burgers and sandwiches. El Paseo is known for its public art; currently 18 sculptural pieces, juried in every two years, adorn El Paseo’s median. “First Friday” art walks are held from 4 to 7 p.m. on the first Friday of the month from November through May, with complimentary gallery receptions, artist meet-and-greets and live entertainment. Accessing El Paseo is easy, with free parking along the avenue, behind most storefronts and with free covered parking at the Gardens on El Paseo. Once parked, you can hitch a ride on one of

the cute “Circuit” courtesy cars, which offer free transportation along the street and will pick you up when you hail them and drop you off wherever you fancy.

Wilma and Frieda’s on the second level of the Gardens on El Paseo bustles with good vibes and fine fare, perfect to start off your shopping day. Photo by Kris Grant.

The Body Deli The Body Deli is a splendid example of a homegrown Palm Desert family business. Store manager and secondgeneration owner Ashley Skarin shares how the shop offering fresh lotions, cleansers, serums and more came into being. “My mother, Margaret Clark, used to be a cosmetologist but she had to quit because she developed severe allergies to the products sold by department stores. They contained dyes and preservatives and artificial fragrances that affected the use of her hands. Through her need to heal herself, she went to the Indio library and ordered books about healing balms, lotions and natural soaps. Her mother – my grandmother – said she needed to ‘take it back to the pioneer days’ and to only use ingredients on your skin that you would use in your kitchen. My mom also worked with my father in his landscaping businesses and learned about the healing benefits of plants.

Ashley Skarin is manager and co-owner of The Body Deli, an El Paseo skincare shop. The shop smells divine with fresh scents wafting throughout. Photo by Kris Grant. Today, the Body Deli uses ingredients like lemon grass, sage, mint, eucalyptus and patchouli in its products and aromatherapy blends of food grade extracts like vanilla and almond along with essential oils. No wonder it smells so divine and refreshing to walk into the Body Deli. Ashley likens it into a juice bar – for the skin. Some products even require refrigeration, and all are made in small

batches to keep the products fresh and “alive.” “People learn about us while vacationing here and fall in love with a unique scent they’ve never smelled before,” says Ashley. “Then, when they return home, they order our products online. After nearly 25 years, we have a long and loyal client base.” 73560 El Paseo www.thebodydeli.com

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The restful view from my hotel suite patio encompassed one of the resort’s fairways and mountains beyond. (Right) The entry to the Westin Rancho Mirage features rows of palms and flowers. Photo by Kris Grant.

Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa When I first turned into the stunning entrance at Westin Rancho Mirage, I knew this was a special place. Rows of majestic palms and colorful plantings framed the Spanish and Mediterranean central building. Tall and broad archways framed the views of the resort’s offerings beyond – ponds with koi, rock formations with resident herons, a lively pool complex. Beyond, a lake and golf course with emerald-green grass. Around its 360 acres with low-rise buildings and palm-lined pathways, the star of the show, the Pete Dye-designed golf course, takes center stage. Golf Digest rates The Westin Rancho Mirage course one of the top 50 resort courses in North America. I’m not a golfer, but after a stay at the Westin Rancho Mirage, I readily understand the appeal for the sport. Just sitting on the patio off my suite and surveying the gently rolling fairways dotted with palms was more than relaxing, it was tranquil. In the morning, I watched as duffers rolled by in their carts. At sunset the links were framed with a 90

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backdrop of the still snowcapped San Jacinto mountains. But the Westin isn’t just for golfers; it’s family friendly. First stop for me was a complimentary happy hour drink at “Pinz and Pints,” a lively spot that combines a full bar and lounge, arcade games and a four-lane mini bowling alley where I participated in “Duckpin Bowling.” Duckpin uses smaller balls and shorter, squat pins, but I found it as challenging as regular bowling. Here, the bar scene was a family affair, and I soon challenged a young lad to a game. I lost. The resort features multiple pools, including the Las Brisas freeform pool with dual towering waterslides. Cabanas offer shaded relaxation and firepits create cozy gathering spots in the evening. At the end of one afternoon, I observed a lively water volleyball game in progress here. The resort’s restaurant, Pinzimini specializes in Italian fare. It is under the direction of James Beard honored executive chef Joel Delmond, who has

been with Westin for 26 years. A lighter menu and handcrafted cocktails are available at the Fireside Lounge. The Westin Rancho Mirage Spa is within an easy stroll from the pool and lobby, and features 14 treatment rooms for massages, facials and body treatments, including its popular Desert Sage and Lavender Body Renewal. Gotta try that on my next visit.

The Westin’s “Pinz and Pints” Duckpin bowling is fun for adults and kids alike. Photo by Kris Grant.

Brandini Toffee

I gave my friend Kristen a box of Brandini Toffee bites for her birthday yesterday. As she pulled the box out of the gift bag, her eyes lit up. “Oh, you don’t know how much I love toffee and Brandini Toffee is my absolute favorite!” she exclaimed. A La Jolla resident, she had discovered Brandini toffee while vacationing in Palm Springs. Brandini Toffee is now my favorite, too, along with Brandini toffee pretzels, toffee popcorn and toffee popcorn with cashews and almonds. I particularly like the fact that the toffee features a soft crunch; my dentist likes that, too. While touring the Brandini Factory in Rancho Mirage, Brandini co-founder Brandon Weimer told me how the company got its start. Back in 2006 when Brandon was a sophomore in high school, he and his best friend Leah Post had an offer to tour Italy with classmates under the tutelage of their high school English teacher. Brandon and Leah’s parents were also good friends. They considered the matter and told the teens, they had their permission to go on the trip, provided they could find a way to raise money to pay half the cost. At age 15, they were too young to join the work force, but Brandon had an idea. “I knew how I could do it,” said Brandon. “When I was in middle school, a family friend was in town and while he was here, he taught me how to make toffee. Soon I was making it for all my friends and family, giving it all away. People kept telling me I should sell it.” That’s just what Brandon and Leah did, cooking up the toffee in their home kitchens and selling it to friends and family. “We not only paid for the entire trip, but we also had spending money once we got there,” Brandon said. Upon their return, their families encouraged them to build on what they had started. “My parents did a lot to make this happen,” Brandon said. “They incorporated the business.”

Like son, like father: Brandon Weimer started Brandini Toffee when he was just 15; his dad Brad joined the business fulltime five years ago. Photo by Kris Grant. Back in 2006, the Cottage Food Act had not passed, so Brandon had to find a commercial kitchen to make the toffee. Fortunately, his father’s boss, Leo Cook, allowed Brandon to use a small catering kitchen at the Indian Wells Resort Hotel. “That was huge,” said Brandon. He began selling the toffee at street fairs, farmer’s markets and special events, his parents driving him from gig to gig. In 2008, Brandon and Leah won the Sofi Award for Outstanding Chocolate, presented by the Specialty Food Association. “We were just 18, the youngest people to ever receive that award,” Brandon said. Their story was featured on the Martha Stewart Show and Oprah’s “O” magazine list of favorite things. Brandon headed off to college, earning a degree from University of Arizona in communications, and Leah to Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. In their absence, their parents, particularly the moms, continued to keep the business humming. It didn’t take long for Brandon to outgrow the hotel catering kitchen. His Rancho Mirage factory and shop is his third factory, and features sophisticated food preparation equipment, refrigeration rooms, shipping rooms for a growing online business and downstairs storage for storage. The company has a large and growing wholesale business, including Gelson’s and Jensen’s Foods, several resort hotels and the Palm Springs and San Diego

International Airports. All are supplied with refrigerated Brandini display cases. “With 1,000 wholesale locations, the display cases alone represent a $100,000 investment,” Brandon said. The business, with shops in Palm Springs, Rancho Mirage and Cabazon, remains a family enterprise. When Brandon’s dad, Brad Weimer, was laid off at the Indian Wells Resort during the pandemic, he joined the business fulltime. Brad says he’d like to see company grow at least 10 percent a year. The company has expanded into ice cream products, featuring toffee shakes (“We started doing the shakes in 2010 as a way to use our crumbles from imperfect chips,” said Brandon), toffee ice cream bars and toffee sundaes. These are sold at the Brandini stores and at Brandini’s catering trucks and vintage trailer, which make the rounds of community events. “We’re headed to the polo fields this afternoon,” Brandon said. Challenges remain; one is to safely ship the product in hot summer months, and another is dealing with seasonal fluctuations; demand for the product goes up fourfold in the fourth quarter of each year. Still, it’s a product free of preservatives and GMOs and built on four simple but highest quality ingredients: butter, chocolate, sugar and roasted almonds. “It’s a multi-generational product,” said Brandon. “We want to make Brandini Toffee your favorite indulgence.”

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The observatory at the Rancho Mirage Library & Observatory features free star-gazing sessions on certain Thursdays and Saturdays. Call the library to confirm times and weather conditions. Photos by Kris Grant.

Rancho Mirage Library & Observatory In general, I love to visit local libraries when I travel. They usually feature loads of information on the local area, from books to brochures to helpful volunteers. Some are architecturally significant, and all offer quiet spots for reading, research and writing. But never have I visited a library that included an observatory. In 2011, the state of California had a shift in how it allocated its community development funds, and the city of Rancho Mirage was told it stood to receive quite a windfall. The caveat was that it would need to “use it or lose it.” And so, the city library held a public forum to solicit citizen input. One woman suggested building an observatory. Thank you, whoever you were. Ground broke on the complex in 2013, and the observatory opened in 2018. Although it is located on the busy Highway 111 corridor, at night the skies are quite dark, buffeted by the observatory’s proximity to the San Jacinto mountains to the west and a large wash basin to the east. Free public tours of the observatory occur three days a week, and nighttime tours of the cosmos are scheduled on most Thursdays and Saturdays beginning at 8:30 p.m. in April; 9 p.m. in May. You don’t need reservations, but you do need to check with the library to con92

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firm as to weather conditions. The observatory complex includes a large dome with a CDK 700 telescope; the 700 represents the diameter of its mirror, which translates to 27 inches. That’s enough to allow it to see 50 light years away. As a refresher, a light year is the distance that light can travel in a year; six trillion miles. So, doing the math, this telescope can reach 300 trillion miles into the cosmos. Even a daytime tour is fascinating. Volunteer Eric Cunningham led our group of 10 onto a raised wooden patio between the two-domed complex to give us some background information before we entered the larger dome and took our place on chairs around the telescope that weighs 250,0000 pounds and is mounted on a nine-by-nine-foot cement pillar. The smaller dome is a public restroom, quite necessary since the observatory is often open when the library is closed. Inside the observatory dome, we were treated to a four-minute pre-recorded tour in which the telescope visited the Orion Nebula and the Andromeda galaxy. Words fail me, friends. I can’t wait to go back for a live nighttime session. The observatory is just one aspect of what makes the Rancho Mirage library special. There’s a beautiful Chihuly art piece in the lobby, where I asked two

library volunteers what they considered to be the best part of the library. “Our lecture series, without a doubt,” said one, the other nodding in affirmation. “In fact, Maureen Dowd just finished a lecture in the community room. You might still catch her.” Maureen Dowd? The New York Times columnist with the skewering dry satirical wit? Yes, I had just missed her, as I literally had my head in the stars. She was there as part of the annual Rancho Mirage Writers Festival. I told the volunteers that I’d like to attend that festival in 2026. “Sorry, it’s sold out.” Yes, it sold out online in one minute and 20 seconds, they told me. Okay, okay, I’ll be sure to have my fingers at the ready to sign up for the 2027 conference. You snooze; you lose…

Willie’s Modern Fare Just down Highway 111 from the Rancho Mirage Library & Observatory at the corner of Frank Sinatra Drive, you’ll find Willie’s Modern Fare. Hmmm… maybe enjoy dinner here and then turn your eyes toward the heavens? Even before Willie Rhine opened a restaurant under his own name, locals and visitors alike knew it would be special. The beloved restauranteur who still speaks with a mild brogue from his native Scotland had established his reputation with Eight4Nine and 1501 Uptown Gastropub in Palm Springs. But street numbers wouldn’t work for the new establishment at 69830 CA-111. “Everybody kept calling it Willie’s as we were building it out,” he said modestly, “So we went with Willie’s Modern Fare.” My friend, Palm Springs Insider columnist Kathy Condon, and I enjoyed dinner at Willie’s. She chose the Prime Rib, already in the know about the quality and generous sizing of this dish.

When Willie Rhine opened a restaurant in his own name in Rancho Mirage, he was already a legend throughout Greater Palm Springs. Photo by Kris Grant. I went with the Sonoma Duck Breast. Four tender cuts were artfully served over mashed Okinawa sweet potatoes and accented with cauliflower florets and an orange and sage marinade. I can still taste the cacophony of flavors and can’t wait to return to Willie’s. I’ll order the halibut next time, or the beef stroganoff. Oh wait! There’s afternoon tea, served on Sundays from 3 p.m.– 5 p.m.

Prime rib is a Willie’s Modern Fare specialty. Photo by Kathy Condon.

The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens It may not be as big as the San Diego Zoo or Safari Park, but The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens has been a treasured institution in Palm Desert since its establishment in 1970. Accredited through the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, The Living Desert focuses on desert conservation and features animals and plants from arid environments around the world. Currently, the zoo houses more than 150 animal species on its 1,200 protected acres, with miles of hiking trails. Eleven giraffes make their home here and most are happy to let you feed them from an elevated deck. It’s quite a show to watch one of these majestic creatures bow its head toward your outstretched hand that holds lettuce, then stick out its long dark tongue and wrap it around the greenery, brushing your hand with it as well. Another animal species of note are Bighorn sheep, indigenous to the

Santa Rosa Mountains just west of the zoo. You’ll also spy cheetahs, Mexican wolves and Arabian oryx, once extinct in the wild but now part of successful reintroduction programs. An unexpected yet thoroughly engrossing attraction at the Living Desert is a G-scale model train exhibit, with more than 3,300 feet of track. The layout includes scenic replicas of the Grand Canyon, Rocky Mountains and Old Indio. It operates year-round with volunteers maintaining up to 19 different lines. The Zoo’s amazing nighttime “Glow in the Park” immersive exhibit features handcrafted lanterns and illuminated animal sculptures. The annual event runs March 20 – April 27 from 6:30 – 10 p.m., so you still have time to catch it this year. It requires a separate ticket from daytime entrance or there is a combined day and night ticket.

Eleven giraffes call the Living Desert home and just love to be fed by small fry.

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Catching up with The Kingston Trio at the McCallum Theatre Before the Kingston Trio went on stage before a sell-out crowd at the McCallum Theatre in Palm Desert, I sat down with Mike Marvin who reminisced about his time living with Nick Reynolds, one of the original members of the Kingston Trio. Nick Reynolds grew up in Coronado and spent his final years here. “I came from a broken home,” said Mike. “When my cousin Joan married Nick, I went to live with them in Sausalito. Nick was my mentor and hero and life teacher and coach. He taught me to play guitar.” The original members of the trio have now passed on, but today’s Kingston Trio strives to fulfill the expectations of audiences across the nation who fondly remember the trio’s favorite hits – “Tom Dooley,” “Tijuana Jail,” “Scotch & Soda,” “Sloop John B,” “Where Have All the Flowers Gone,” “M.T.A.,” and “Early Morning Rain” among them. “We sing around one microphone stand with three microphones, like the original trio,” Mike said. “We keep it as authentic as possible.” The original trio performed at the Spreckels Park bandstand in the 1980s; today’s trio performed as a fundraiser for the Coronado Historical Association at the Coronado Golf Course in 2017, when they were billed as “The Lion’s Sons,” just prior to acquiring the rights to use the Kingston Trio name. The event was a sell-out. And, says Mike Marvin, “We’d love to come back and do another fundraiser for Coronado. I’m just not sure who to contact. But we would love to be invited. If they invite us, we’ll come.” The McCallum Theatre holds 1,127 in an intimate setting with two balconies; the furthest seat is just 90 feet from the stage. It was 25 years in the making, beginning in 1963 with a seed grant of $250,000 from Pearl McCallum, daughter of John Guthrie McCallum, the first non-indigenous settler to establish a permanent homestead in what is now Palm Springs. Upon her father’s death, 94

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Just before stepping onstage, today’s Kingston Trio – Mike Marvin, Tim Gorelangton and Buddy Woodward – sport matching bold-striped shirts in the signature style of the original folk group that gained fame during the folk music revival of the late 1950s and early 1960s. Better yet, they stay true to the trio’s original sound, keeping the music alive with smooth three-part harmonies and traditional instrumentation (guitar, banjo and bass). Photo by Kris Grant.

The McCallum Theatre’s palms turn magical in the Palm Desert sky. Photo by Kris Grant. Pearl took over the family’s landholdings and played a key role in the valley’s economic development. Fundraising picked up speed in the 1980s when board member Gerald Ford convinced his friend Bob Hope to contribute to the cause. Ground was broken in 1985 and three years and $22 million later, opening night was held on Jan. 2, 1988, with an all-star nationally televised tribute to

Hope hosted by Lucille Ball and John Forsythe. Van Cliburn inaugurated the Steinway piano, and Sarah Brightman sang a tune from Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “The Phantom of the Opera,” a month before it opened on Broadway. In attendance on opening night were Ronald and Nancy Reagan, Gerald and Betty Ford and Walter and Leonore Annenberg.

WHEN YOU GO… Visit Greater Palm Springs Visitor Center Open Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. 70100 Highway 111 Rancho Mirage (760) 770-9000 www.VisitGreaterPalmSprings.com

Resort Hotels You will find resorts, hotels and boutiques at VisitGreaterPalmSprings. com. I have stayed at these three resorts and recommend them:

Restaurants On El Paseo:

You’ll find more information on El Paseo restaurants, including addresses and phone numbers at www.elpaseocatalogue.com The following restaurants are my recommendations: Armando’s Bar & Grill La Fe Wine Bar Eddie V’s Prime Seafood Café Des Beaux-Arts Mastro’s Steakhouse Molé Ristorante Mamma Gina Thai Smile The FIX El Paseo Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar (second level) Wilma and Frieda’s

In Palm Desert: La Provence Patisserie & Café This lovely French bistro opened last September and is located near El Paseo on the opposite side of Highway 79. www.laprovencecafe.com

In Rancho Mirage: Willie’s Modern Fare www.williesrm.com

Attractions Brandini Toffee Store & Factory 42250 Bob Hope Drive Rancho Mirage www.brandinitoffee.com El Paseo Shopping District www.elpaseocatalogue.com Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort and Spa www.marriott.com (Then enter the property name.) JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa www.marriott.com (Then enter the property name.) Ritz Carlton, Rancho Mirage www.marriott.com (Then enter the property name.) Prefer a smaller, boutique hotel? Check out the listings at www.VisitGreaterPalmSprings.com or go to www.PalmSpringsPreferredSmallHotels.com

Living Desert Zoo and Gardens www.livingdesert.org McCallum Theatre www.mccallumtheatre.org Dale Chihuly’s Persian Tower sculpture of 18 blown-glass pieces stands nearly 10 feet tall in the Special Collections Room of the Rancho Mirage Library. Rancho Mirage Library & Observatory Observatory: (760) 341-7323 www.ranchomiragelibrary.org Sunnylands www.sunnylands.org A P R I L 2 0 2 5 | 95

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The Ocean and the Stars

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By Mark Helprin

By Matt Haig

Navy Captain Stephen Rensselaer defends the development of a new warship, making an enemy of the President of the United States, commanding him to head the line’s new prototype, Athena. The captain takes the assignment, meeting Kathy Farrar, who soon becomes his last-chance love. Soon after, he is deployed, and his integrity, morality, and skill are put to the test. Kathy is the force that keeps him alive throughout his journey, through the battles and tests of his morality. She is the beacon that lights his way home to her. An enthralling novel, in classic literary form, that depicts the virtues of living by the laws of conscience, decency, and sacrifice. This novel is the story of love and war in full, unfolding with realistic, true-to-life action and vivid and beautiful description.

Retired math teacher Grace Winters is left in a rundown house in Ibiza by a long-lost friend. She makes the impulsive decision to buy a one-way ticket, arriving with no guidebook and no plan. Grace is in search of answers about her long-lost friend’s life and how she ended up here. Along the rugged hills and golden beaches of Ibiza, she uncovers something much stranger than she could have ever imagined. Yet, before she dives into this discovery, she must come to terms with her past. The next novel from #1 New York Times bestselling author Matt Haig dives deep into a story of hope and the life-changing power of a new beginning. Filled with wonder and adventure, it follows the fascinating story of a new beginning.

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Murder of the Jujube Candy Heiress: A Coronado Cold Case By Taylor Baldwin Kiland In the spring of 1975, the violent murder of World War II widow and retired librarian Ruth Quinn took place in her cottage. The island of Coronado rarely made news for violent crime, but the death of Ruth Quinn sent a shock through the community. She was the granddaughter of Jujubes and Jujyfruits creator Henry Heide. Fully clothed and with her shoes on, she was found dead from two gunshot wounds in her bed. To this day, the murder has not been solved, though rumors about her brother, son, and a local petty thief continue to swirl around the community. Taylor Baldwin Kiland sifts through the many theories and rumors to find the facts about Ruth’s life and her murder in Coronado. This compelling novel takes the reader through the life and journey of Ruth and the hard facts of her death.

Kate Evans and Gabi Picabea have traveled from Australia to Sylvie Morel’s Paris Cooking School in search of learning the French way of food and a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Paris in the spring, both Gabi and Kate are at a crossroads. Learning to cook the French way and far, far away from their troubles. Kate is trying to find a new place for herself after the betrayal by her exhusband. In search of emotional peace. Gabi, on the other hand, is a struggling artist attempting to get herself through a creative block. Even Sylvie herself is facing challenges, a harassment campaign against the School and a patch of difficulty with her partner Claude. This is a novel of hope, love, and the consolations of the perfect strawberry tart. Exploring the twists and transformations of their lives emphasizes the importance of second chances.

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