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June 3, 2015 Vol. 8 No. 43

FIFA: Blatter Resigns!

That is a football hammer! Sepp Blatter (79) throws the towel and resigns as president of FIFA!

By Desert Star Staff Now ‘Sun King’ Blatter has taken the consequences. After 17 years at the head of the world football’s governing body the FIFA, he resigns. However, until a successor has been found, he remains in office.

At 6:30 pm Blatter appeared at the FIFA headquarters before the press and presented the breaking news bomb. Blatter

exhibited signs of extreme tension and spoke in French.

Blatter: “I’ve been thinking seriously about my presidency, about the wonderful times at the FIFA. I love the FIFA more than anything else. I have decided to resign “He continued:” We need to initiate major reforms.

We have to start these reforms immediately. We do not have control over the other FIFA

executive members, but we have a responsibility. I have fought hard for the changes, but I cannot do this alone. It needs new wind for these measures.” The Blatter resignation started at 6:30pm.

Blatter was 17 years FIFA president; his resignation speech lasted exactly two minutes.

Blatter: “I am so very connected to FIFA and its interests. I would like to thank all

Bruce Jenner debuts Caitlyn in Vanity Fair

After much talk, Vanity Fair covers Jenner’s transformation

By Leanne Italie Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) - Bruce Jenner’s transition is complete.

“Call me Caitlyn,” declares a headline on the July cover of Vanity Fair, with a photo of a longhaired Jenner in a strapless corset, legs crossed, sitting on a stool. Famed celeb photographer Annie Leibovitz

shot the image. Inside, more images depict Caitlyn in gold lame, a black bustier and an offthe-shoulder gown showing off ample cleavage.

Jenner also debuted a new Twitter account with: “I’m so happy after such a long struggle to be living my true self. Welcome to the world Caitlyn. Can’t wait for you to get to know her/me.”

In about two hours, the account had more than 630,000 followers.

According to the magazine, which took to Twitter with the cover Monday, Jenner spoke emotionally about her gender journey: “If I was lying on my deathbed and I had kept this secret and never ever did Continues on Page 8

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We now need time to find the best possible candidate for this office. “Blatter has been with FIFA since1975, first as a technical director, from 1981 then as General secretary. In 1998, he became the successor of President Joao Havelange.

FIFA will convene an extraordinary congress to find a successor to Blatter. The

next scheduled Congress was supposed to be held in Mexico City on 12 and 13 May 2016.

Much too late, the FIFA wants a new president as quickly as possible.

The Congress will take place from December 2015 and March 2016. Until then, the Italo-Swiss Domenico Scala (50) is intended Continues on Page 11

PS Air Museum’s Memorial Day Flower Drop

Story and Photos by Pat Krause The 18th Annual Palm Springs Air Museum’s Memorial Day Flower Drop honored 27 local families who lost loved ones that sacrificed their lives in the name of freedom. Banners with their names lined the parking lot.

Their names were read in front of several thousand people that came for this annual event.

Veterans and families brought young children to witness this special day to honor all our veterans from WWI, WWII, Korea and Vietnam. 3000 red and white carnations were dropped over the Palm Springs Air Museum.

The white carnations were for those lost during the earlier wars, and the red carnations were dropped in honor of the more recent conflicts like Desert Storm, The Persian Gulf and of course the conflicts that are still raging like Iraq and Afghanistan.

The day included a short program, Flight exhibitions

by P-38s, P-51 and P-63, a Spitfire Supermarine and the T-28 and a Stearman-P-17 plus the B-25 that dropped all the carnations. The Heatwave Jazz Band entertained guests and there were many children’s activities plus Harpo the Clown was present for photos with the kiddies. It was a nice day for the Flower Drop and there were refreshments, a beer tent and plenty of food vendors to feed the crowd.

A special honor was given to a 103-year-old flying Ace

from WWII. Fred Bell made the introduction.

A local veterans group and Loretta Siani sang a couple of patriotic songs while the Color Guard made its entrance.

Representative Raul Ruiz made the Congressional Gold Medal presentation to Gen. Fritz Payne, a local resident. 76 living Ace Pilots were awarded this medal in Washington D.C. on May 20th, but Gen. Payne was unable to attend that ceremony.

He was honored in front of the several thousand people, many B-25 and Pilots local residents, who witnessed this great honor.

Well, over 100,000 veterans have been killed in the line of duty defending our freedoms since 1775. That’s a heavy price to pay so we must always honor those who are still fighting to protect our freedom and our way of life. The Palm Springs Air Museum continues to preserve, educate and honor these veterans with the many programs they provide each year.

The Museum houses many older airplanes and continues to restore and add to their collection. Many of the programs offered are for our younger children so the freedoms they enjoy will not be representative Raul Ruiz with Gen. Fritz Payne lost in time and those brave vets will never be forgotten.

By Desert Star Staff For couples planning a wedding, there is greater opportunity than ever to weave personal elements into every aspect of the big day. Many traditional “rules” of wedding planning have given way to let couples celebrate as they see fit – even including their four-legged family members and inviting guests to do the same.

Whether you’re a bride whose furry friend will play a leading role in the festivities, or a guest bringing your pooch along for the party, these tips from the pet experts at PetSmart will help ensure your canine companions join the celebration in comfort and style.

Put your pet to work. Think ahead about how your pet will participate in the fun: as a member of the wedding party, perhaps as ring bearer or flower girl? Give your pet a rehearsal run to be sure she’s up for the task.

Choose a fur kid-friendly venue. If pets are welcome, make sure they’ll also be safe. For instance, avoid freshly fertilized lawns and plants, as well as flowers that are toxic to pets.

Find out where your fur babies can go and where they need to be on a leash. If possible, give

your pet a few sneak peeks of the location.

Don’t make pets suffer for fashion. Skip the puppy couture version of a tight pair of shoes or an itchy shirt tag, and choose a stylish pup-friendly ensemble instead. Made of lightweight, breathable materials, each piece of the Martha Stewart Pets® wedding collection for dogs features timeless design elements, simple color palettes and complementary accessories such as collars and leashes to help ensure your pooch puts her best foot forward. The limitededition line of dapper, sweet and sophisticated wedding attire, including elegant tuxedos to bow-adorned dresses, is available at www.petsmart.com and PetSmart stores. Remember, a “dress rehearsal” can help you make sure your fur kids can sit and stay comfortably in their wedding day attire.

Pamper your pet. Now is not the time to skimp on pampering.

From lush, oxygen-infused baths to haircuts fit for a show dog, nail trims to non-toxic chalking and decorative stenciling, let a groomer take the lead on your pet’s look for the big day.

Keep everyone fed. Make sure your four-legged friends

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have more than table scraps to nosh on during the reception.

Serve food in a portable bowl and bring treats, too. In case one of the guests can’t resist helping Fido sneak a snack, be sure the human menu doesn’t contain anything that’s harmful to pets.

Provide plenty of fresh water, and if the venue is outdoors, use a large block of ice to keep your canine’s water cool all day.

(Family Features) Make sure your fur kid is the party type. Before committing your pet to a vibrant celebration, be sure he’s comfortable with commotion, loud music, crowds and strangers. Consider signing up for a training class beforehand; brushing up on your pet’s best behavior can only enhance the day.

Assign a chaperone. If you have a leading role in the big day as the bride or a member of the wedding party, recruit a staff or family member to double as your pet’s dedicated chaperone. Arm them with a pooper scooper and pick up bags. Help create a quiet, safe space for the chaperone to guide your pet away from the excitement if it becomes overwhelming. wedding party pets remain follow PetSmart on Facebook, For more fashionable healthy, happy and stress-free, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram. inspiration and tips to ensure visit www.PetSmart.com or Source PetSmart June 3, 2015

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“The Talk” (with Loved ones who have signs of Dementia)

By Janice Gough Remember when you had difficulty when your parent decided to talk to you about the Birds and Bees. They gave you

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what we referred to as “the talk”.

But as we grow older the table is turned. Now, we must consider how to approach ”the talk” with our loved one about another important situation… signs of dementia.

If one waits until older loved ones show signs of diminished capacity, discussions with them may be difficult or impossible.”It’s not an easy thing to say to someone…”I think you’re having trouble remembering”. It can also be difficult for one to know what to say because of a lack of knowledge about the severity or duration of a condition. Parents can get angry, defensive or depressed at the suggestion that they are having cognitive difficulties, even if you raise the issue with sensitivity and forethought. But this doesn’t mean that you should ignore signs of problems.

Several factors, including

stress, changes in medications, lack of sleep, and an inadequate diet, can affect a one’s ability to understand or remember.

They may seem confused or have memory lapses due to these temporary behavior or other health issues. It may also make it more difficult to gauge cognitive abilities. An older client, whose pain medication recently made her sound so unclear in the way she spoke, especially on the phone, caused her to be very concerned that others might misjudge her. Because she sounded confused, they probably thought she was a little flaky or difficult, but there was no problem with her intelligence or comprehension.

Sometimes loved-ones themselves notice they’re slipping. They don’t say they’re suffering from dementia, but they may say, yeah,” I have a concern”.

PROPER PREPARATION The good news is that the most useful preparation for dealing with a loved one’s diminished capacity is also generally the easiest, because it should take place well in advance of signs of any problem. It is important to bring up their wishes for the future in detail, when they’re healthy and can discuss it without anger.

It helps to observe their behavior over time, taking note of any indications of long-term decline. The family should apprise themselves of who their financial advisors, CPA, their Doctors and their lawyers are in event of a downturn in their health. Power of attorney designations should be reviewed and kept updated.

Proper preparation will give you tools for caring for loved ones even if they develop problems making decisions or expressing them. Advance thought and

discussion can help to lay the groundwork for a trusted relative or friend to assist as a proxy. If your loved one, with the aid of the advisor, designates who will aid in their care, both financially and medically, the chances are greater that the proxy who is chosen will be someone who will safeguard their best interests.

Preparations are likely to make conversations about a client’s cognitive decline less difficult, if it occurs.

Janice Gough is a Financial Advisor in Palm Springs. She may be reached at Janice@ goughinsurance.com or by calling (760)251-7724 or Cell (650) 342-7744.Contact us at www.goughinsurance. com to take advance of a complimentary consultation and our book “Growth without Risks” or “Taking Required minimum distributions from IRAs”

By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. CCAL Of the five governing documents of most associations – articles of incorporation, recorded map or plan, bylaws, operating rules and “CC&Rs the last, covenants, conditions and restrictions, is arguably the most important. Here are eleven things you may not know about your CC&Rs. CC&Rs are: 1) Public documents.

When filed with the County Recorder (aka, “recorded”)

CC&Rs become a public document, and anyone can see a copy.

2) A contract binding all owners- regardless of whether they read it, understood it, or received a full copy of it. Once recorded, the CC&Rs document becomes a “covenant running with the land,” meaning a contract binding all owners.

3) Ordinarily not reviewed by buyers until too late. Most buyers regard CC&Rs as boilerplate, to be reviewed eventually. Even though buyers do not sign it, it should be read as carefully as the purchase agreement.

4) Your contract, not just the association’s. CC&Rs place rights and responsibilities not only on the association, but on each member. If a neighbor violates the covenants, you have the same right to deal with the problem.

5) Often distributed in draft or unrecorded format.

“Official” CC&Rs will have a recording number from the County Recorder on each page.

Associations often mistakenly distribute unrecorded copies originally received from the developer. It is easy to obtain a copy of the official document.

6) Normally enforced by the courts, even if they seem unreasonable. The California Supreme Court ruled in 1994 that CC&Rs will be presumed enforceable, with some narrow exceptions (such as if they contradict a law).

7) Often not written with your HOA in mind. Original developer-supplied CC&Rs usually seem boilerplate and not tailored to your community. This is because the developer’s primary interest is to obtain approval from the Bureau of Real Estate quickly to begin selling the homes. Many developer attorneys submit preapproved form CC&Rs to the BRE, which speeds processing of the application – but also results in a document which is often sparse and ill-fitting to the unique aspects of the specific community.

8) Although normally amended by vote of all members,

can be amended in three circumstances by the board: To remove discriminatory language (Civil Code 4225(b) or developer access rights for construction or marketing (Section 4230(b), or to update CC&Rs statute number references to the new Civil Code numbers in effect since 2014 (Section 4235). Such amendments must be approved in an open meeting, and need to be recorded.

9) Sometimes called by other names, such as “maintenance agreement” or “declaration of trust” or other such title. What is important is not the title but the fact it is recorded on all of the properties in the association.

10) Sometimes expiring. In past times, developer attorneys would draft CC&Rs with expiration dates. Modern CC&Rs either have no expiration date or automatically renew. Do not let your CC&Rs expire if they still have a set date – renew and then amend that out of the document!

11) The glue holding your community together. CC&Rs can seem intrusive at times, as they place limits on owner autonomy.

These limits are necessary to avoid neighbors harming other neighbors and detracting from the community. When your neighbor paints their garage with purple zebra stripes, that is when you appreciate your CC&Rs.

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Desert Hot Springs Chamber Honors Teachers

from left to right: Kent Helser, Jerry Young, Connie Taylor, Cindy Martinez, Heather Coladonato Photo by Bruce Montgomery

By Desert Star Staff DESERT HOT SPRINGS, May 27, 2015 – The Desert Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce honored nine Palm Springs Unified School District Teachers for their exemplary work at Desert Hot Springs schools. Nominated by their peers, the teachers ranged from elementary to high school and were celebrated by the local business community and members of the Chamber of Commerce.

The award recipients and sponsors are: • Sharon Knight, Bella Vista

Elementary, Sponsored by Spherion Recruiting & Staffing • Geoffrey Myers, Bubbling Wells Elementary, Sponsored by Elks Lodge No. 2639 • Tricia Feffer, Cabot Yerxa Elementary, Sponsored by Desert Cove Assisted Living, DHS • Denise Engberg, Julius Corsini Elementary, Sponsored

by Councilwoman Jan Pye • Thomas Coats, Two Bunch Palms Elementary, Sponsored by Southern California Edison • Cindy Martinez, Painted Hills Middle School, Sponsored

from left to right: Geoffrey Myers, David Ramos, Cindy Martinez, Thomas Debalski, Jerry Young, Sharon Knight, Denise Engberg, Tricia Feffer, *not photographed *Thomas Coats.

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by The UPS Store #5062 • David Ramos, Desert Springs Middle School, Sponsored by Desert Valley Disposal • Jerry Young, Painted Hills Middle School, Sponsored by Councilman Scott Matas • Thomas Debalski, Desert Hot Springs High School, Sponsored by Elks Lodge No. 2639 • Additional Sponsors were Hacienda Hot Springs Inn & Spa, Indoff Inc., Two Bunch Palms Resort & Spa, and California Consulting.

“This is one of our favorite events of the year.� said Chamber Chairman, John Soulliere, “We are honoring exceptional individuals who are making a difference in the lives of our children and the community day in and day out. They are shaping our future.�

This was the fourth year for the event under the leadership of Chamber President and CEO, Heather Coladonato. “We are happy to do it. Our local teachers deserve acknowledgement from the business community for what they do for our

youth,� Coladonato said.

The event was attended by PSUSD school board members Sherri Stewart and John Girardi— the first Board member elected from the newly formed Desert Hot Springs district sub area, as well as PSUSD Superintendent of schools, Christine Anderson, and multiple elected officials.

For more information, contact Heather Coladonato at 760-329-6403.

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complete the requirements for a Designated Subjects California Teaching Credential this spring at Cal State San Bernardino’s Palm Desert Campus. He joins hundreds of other students who have completed the campus’s credential program over the past 10 years.

McCloud, a resident of Banning, is currently employed as a radio programmer. He has his own talk show, “Grandpa Speaks� on KMET 1490, an ABC News affiliate, and prior to his present affiliation, he worked as a cameraman for the ABC network for more than 20 years, earning three Emmy Awards for his work in broadcasting.

He was also a businessman.

By Desert Star Staff At age 85, Bill McCloud will McCloud opened and ran PALM DESERT, Calif. – become the oldest student to a barbeque restaurant in

Hollywood called Dab’s Barbeque, and for six years, catered to the studios as well as to the public.

McCloud has a Ph.D. in metaphysical science and is the author of the book, “Setbacks‌ Create Comebacks: A Memoir.â€?

In recognition of his completion of the academic requirements required for the Designated Subjects California Teaching Credential, McCloud will participate in the campus’s credential ceremony on June 11.

The Designated Subjects credential allows holders to teach their experience in many different types of teaching venues, including the burgeoning number of career and technical academies throughout the Coachella Valley. According to his professor, Dennis Larney, “A natural target for Bill would be the media-performing arts career academy at Rancho Mirage High School.�

Visit the campus website at www.pdc.csusb.edu.

85 year-old to receive teaching credential at CSUSB Palm Desert

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High court throws out conviction for Facebook threats

By Sam Hananel Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) - The Supreme Court on Monday threw out the conviction of a Pennsylvania man prosecuted for making threats on Facebook, but dodged the free-speech issues that had made the case intriguing to First Amendment advocates.

Chief Justice John Roberts said it was not enough for prosecutors to show that the comments of Anthony Elonis about killing his ex-wife and harming others would make a reasonable person feel threatened. But the high court sent the case back to the lower court without clarifying exactly what the standard of proof should be.

The ruling was a narrow victory for civil liberties groups that had urged the court to make it tougher to convict people who make crude comments on social media that might be viewed as threatening.

Yet the high court declined to lay out broad constitutional protections for such comments.

“It is not necessary to consider any First Amendment issues,” Roberts wrote.

Elonis, of Freemansburg, in eastern Pennsylvania, was prosecuted under a law that makes it a crime to threaten another person after he posted Facebook rants in the form of rap lyrics about killing his estranged wife, harming law enforcement officials and shooting up a school.

One post about his wife said, “There’s one way to love you but a thousand ways to kill you. I’m not going to rest until your body is a mess, soaked in blood and dying from all the little cuts.”

Elonis claimed the government had no right to prosecute him if he didn’t actually intend his comments to be threatening to others. He argued that his musings were protected by the First Amendment.

But the government said it didn’t matter what Elonis intended. It argued that if the comments provoked enough fear and anxiety to make a reasonable person feel threatened, that was enough to prosecute it as a crime.

Seven justices on the high court agreed that it was not necessary to reach First Amendment issues in reversing Elonis’ conviction. Roberts said the reasonable-person standard is “inconsistent with the conventional requirement for criminal conduct - awareness of some wrongdoing.”

Justice Samuel Alito agreed with the outcome, but said he would have made clear that a person can violate the law if he disregards the risk that comments will be interpreted as a threat.

Justice Clarence Thomas dissented, saying he would have found Elonis’ posts to be “true threats” under the objective standard accepted by the vast majority of appeals courts prior to Monday’s ruling.

Facebook was not a party in the case.

Elonis had claimed his posts under the pseudonym “Tone

Dougie” were a form of therapy that allowed him to cope with the breakup of his marriage and being fired from his job at an amusement park.

His lawyers said the comments were heavily influenced by rap star Eminem, who has also fantasized in songs about killing his ex-wife. Elonis’ wife testified that the comments made her fear for her life and she persuaded a judge to issue a protective order.

After his wife obtained a protective order, Elonis wrote on Facebook: “Is it thick enough to stop a bullet?”

Those and other comments led to his arrest. A jury found Elonis guilty under a law barring interstate communications that contain “any threat to injure the person of another.” He was sentenced to nearly four years in federal prison and was released last year.

Elonis was arrested again in April for allegedly throwing a pot that hit his girlfriend’s mother in the head. Police charged him with simple assault and harassment.

Steven Shapiro, national legal director of the American Civil Liberties Union, said the

decision “recognizes that the law has for centuries required the government to prove criminal intent before putting someone in jail.”

“While today’s decision insists on fairness, it is not a license to threaten, which remains illegal when properly proved,” Shapiro said.

While the ruling was seen as a minor victory for First Amendment advocates, University of Maryland law professor James Grimmelmann said it was also “not much of a loss for people concerned about harassment and domestic violence.”

Elonis’ attorney, John Elwood, said he is confident Elonis will be vindicated when lower courts reconsider his case, possibly at a new trial.

“We’re pleased that the Supreme Court saw the case for what it was: A criminal conviction for a “crime” of speech based on only a showing of negligence,” Elwood said.

The Justice Department says 63 people were indicted on federal charges of making illegal threats in the 2013 fiscal year, up from 53 cases the previous year.

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Families Nationwide Pushing for Affordable Broadband

By Desert Star Staff There’s no doubt about it, affordable broadband is no longer a frill; it is essential for most Americans. Unfortunately, there are many parts of the country where it is particularly challenging for carriers to offer high-quality services while keeping costs affordable for the average family. “ I n o u r i n c re a s i n g l y interconnected society, most people who live in urban areas can choose from a variety of communication services,” says Shirley Bloomfield, chief

executive officer of NTCA–The Rural Broadband Association, which represents nearly 900 independent, community-based telecommunications companies in rural and small-town America.

“However, many rural consumers -- who deserve the same opportunity -- are being denied the freedom to choose their communications options in the same way.”

The Issue: The Federal Communications Commission (FCC)’s Connect America Fund, which focuses on expanding

broadband, already supports larger carriers. However, the current support that small telecommunications providers receive is linked to a consumer’s purchase of traditional telephone service. As a result, many residents of rural areas are forced to pay for services they may no longer want, such as traditional landline telephones, to get the high-speed broadband services they need.

“While consumers should certainly have the right to buy traditional telephone services

if they want, they shouldn’t be forced to buy them,” says Bloomfield, who says the answer lies in updating universal service policies to meet the needs of a broadband-oriented world, along with finding solutions that promote affordable rates for consumers, no matter where they live. With that in mind, NTCA–The Rural Broadband Association is working with the FCC and legislators to give the rules a makeover.

“Rural telecommunications providers need a support mechanism in place to ensure

that consumers in their coverage areas are able to afford and receive telecommunications services of their own choosing,” says Bloomfield. “An outdated set of rules will represent an obstacle to a broadband future.”

Take Action: Consumers can learn more about these issues at www.NTCA.org/broadbandfacts.

To take action, they may also consider getting in touch with their congressional representatives to learn more about their positions on the issue. (StatePoint)

Carol Scott Appointed CEO of The Children’s Discovery Museum

By Desert Star Staff RANCHO MIRAGE, CA. -Carol Scott has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of The Children’s Discovery Museum of the Desert (CDMOD), announced Interim Executive Director Kate Spates.

Scott joins the CDMOD with over 15 years of children’s museum experience, having served as the President/CEO of The Children’s Museum of the Upstate in Greenville, SC, where she was instrumental in planning, designing, constructing and operating the new 78,000 squarefoot museum.

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where childhood is respected, nurtured and celebrated. They are places designed to awaken the childlike imagination, joy and sense of wonder in all of us. I am thrilled to become part of the dedicated team at CDMOD and am looking forward with anticipation to working on the continued realization of all that the Museum has to offer,” said Scott.

Scott also has served as the Executive Director of the Kidspace Children’s Museum in Pasadena, CA, where she had the lead role in executing design and construction of the $30-million new museum, including overseeing fundraising efforts. She has also been a consultant to a number of museums and non-profits, such as the children’s museums in

Wilmington, NC, and San Antonio, TX, and she was a board member of the Association of Children’s Museums.

“To have someone come to our museum with the caliber of experience like Carol is such a gift,” said Spates, the Interim Executive Director and former President of the Board of Trustees.

“She is nationally recognized for her work in the field of children’s museums.”

S c o t t ’s impressive background also includes positions in several school districts and universities where she taught deaf education. She holds Master and Bachelor degrees in Communicative Disorders/ Education of the Deaf from California State University, Fresno.

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Celebrate Dad with Grilling and Golf PORK AND WATERMELON KABOBS

Servings: 8 Ingredients 6 tablespoons brown sugar 6 tablespoons soy sauce 6 tablespoons diced red onion 3 garlic cloves, minced 3 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/4 teaspoon ground thyme Pepper to taste 1 pound boned, lean pork chop, cut into 1-inch cubes (approximately 38-40 pieces) 32 cubes watermelon (1 inch each), plus extra for garnish if desired 16-24 zucchini rounds (1/2 inch) 16 pineapple chunks, fresh or canned (1 inch each) 24 yellow or orange peppers chunks (1 inch each, approximately 3-4 peppers total) Cooking spray Sesame seeds for garnish

By Desert Star Staff This year for Father’s Day, skip the tacky tie and give dad something he truly wants – quality time with the kids who gave him such an honorable title.

Plan an intimate family gathering with all his favorite foods and a few special touches that reflect his other passions in life, such as golf.

Let dad savor some grilled goodness (and a healthy dose of antioxidants) with colorful fruit and veggie kabobs. Healthy, hydrating watermelon is the star ingredient of these colorful skewers, which also include marinated chunks of pork.

Add a low-calorie, fat-free side by serving watermelon balls in a fun golf ball-shaped vessel carved from a watermelon rind.

For more recipes and carving ideas using versatile watermelon, visit www.watermelon.org.

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Combine sugar, soy sauce, onion, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, thyme and pepper in mixing bowl. Pour into resealable bag and add pork pieces. Seal bag, mix thoroughly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, turning bag periodically.

Remove pork from bag and reserve marinade. Thread 5 pork pieces, 4 watermelon cubes, 2-3 zucchini rounds, 2 pineapple chunks and 3 peppers on each of 8 skewers, alternating the order.

Spray cooking surface on heated grill and place kebobs on grill. Grill for 12-15 minutes, or until done, turning and basting frequently with reserved marinade. Garnish with sesame seeds and chunks of watermelon.

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Wash watermelon under cool running water and pat dry.

On cutting board, place watermelon on side and cut off 1/4-inch to 1/2-inch from stem end, being careful not to cut too deep into white part of rind. This will provide sturdy base.

Using paring knife, cut a 3- to 4-inch round circle in top of watermelon.

Use melon baller to make shallow round divots into rind of watermelon to mimic dimples in golf ball. Next, use kitchen knife to peel thin layers of rind off to expose white underneath, being careful not to cut too deep or red flesh will be exposed. Try to get as much of green rind off so it will resemble a white golf ball.

Hollow out watermelon with spoon or scoop. Place on tray and add watermelon balls to serve.

Father’s Day Gifts for Dads Who Love the Outdoors

By Desert Star Staff Those who love to camp, hike and fish are always in need of equipment -- and Father’s Day is the best time to gift outdoorloving dads all the items that they need or want for their next big adventure.

Here are some top gift ideas for Dad: Walkie Talkies: When one is in the great outdoors, he may not have mobile phone reception.

But when straying from the camp site, keeping in touch becomes even more important. Two way radios may be an old technology, but they can keep campers connected to one another even when new technology can’t.

Generator: Keep Dad powered up during camping trips, RV adventures and tailgating parties with an inverter generator.

Inverter technology makes it quieter than traditional camping generators, perfect for the peace and tranquility of natural surroundings. For quieter power that’s safe enough for sensitive

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electronics, powerful enough for most RV air conditioners, and portable, check out the P3000 PowerSmart Series Inverter Generator by Briggs & Stratton. Carrying handles and a telescoping handle make it easy to take where the fun is.

Plus, the on-board StatStation display will keep Dad informed about power use, run time and maintenance reminders, so there are no surprises on the trip.

Also be sure to operate this product only outside far away from windows, doors and vents to reduce the risk of carbon monoxide gas from accumulating and potentially being drawn towards occupied spaces.

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Cookout Comfort: Make cookouts and fireside chats more comfortable for your dad.

Innovative camping chairs can now be as plush as a sofa, with all camping chairs to double wide help make relaxation time truly beefing up Dad’s collection of the portability of their traditional chairs to those with ergonomic relaxing. gear, just in time for camping counterparts. From rocking armrests and canopies, you can This Father’s Day, consider season. StatePoint June 3, 2015

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Terra’s Kitchen Announces West Coast Launch

An Innovative Take on Fresh Meals Delivered From Farm to Front Door

By Desert Star Staff BALTIMORE, MD,– Terra’s Kitchen, a new, innovative meal delivery service, is excited to announce its West Coast launch and debut to the marketplace.

Terra’s Kitchen delivers farmfresh ingredients; ready-to-cook recipes designed by a team of chefs, in its innovative, climatecontrolled eco-friendly Vessel.

Founded by a team of foodies, wellness professionals, nutritionists and farmers, Terra’s Kitchen was created as the answer to the following commonly asked question: ‘In today’s fast paced lifestyle, how do we find the time to slow down and connect with each other over a healthy, great tasting meal?’

The company prides itself on delivering the freshest of seasonal ingredients, including produce, proteins and delicious sauces, prepped and packaged together as chef-designed meals that arrive to consumers’ doorsteps ready-to-cook.

Terra’s Kitchen, in partnership with a national network of local farmers and innovative, fresh food technology company FreshRealm, has set itself apart from other meal delivery services in the marketplace by delivering ingredients from the farm, faster and fresher, with a climatecontrolled, eco-friendly Vessel: a unique vessel in which it delivers its high quality, clean ingredients.

Terra’s Kitchen uses the eco-

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friendly Vessel, a proprietary, climate-controlling technology to keep ingredients cool and fresh beyond the delivery date.

Additionally, the eco-friendly Vessel is reusable and creates 0% waste, as Terra’s Kitchen will schedule a pickup date and time with its customers to retrieve it and reuse it, like the modern day Milk Man bringing freshness from the farm to front door.

Through the company’s website, consumers are able select from a menu of seasonal recipes, designed by Terra’s Kitchen chefs to celebrate the freshest produce that nature has to offer. Once signed up, consumers can add, swap, or remove recipes, or come back

when ready for their next ecofriendly Vessel stocked with fresh ingredients and delicious recipes.

Each week, Terra’s Kitchen will deliver perfectly ripe and fresh, pre-prepped ingredients that are ready for the skillet, as well as easy-to-follow, step-by-step recipe cards with pictures.

“The innovation and inspiration behind Terra’s Kitchen came from a desire to bring back the classic family dinner experience. We want to give people a tool that allows them to spend less energy cooking a meal and more time enjoying, celebrating and sharing it with family and friends,” stated Michael McDevitt, Chief Executive Officer of Terra’s Kitchen. “We are thrilled

to now be hand delivering that tool to doorsteps up and down the West Coast from San Diego up to Portland in the form of all natural, farm-fresh and delicious food.”

Terra’s Kitchen is currently offering an opt-in subscription service to customers within its delivery zones, where customers can purchase ready-to-cook ingredients and recipes each week. A full eco-friendly Vessel with ten dinner servings (up to five different recipes) retails for $160.00. For more information on Terra’s Kitchen and updates on availability per city, please visit www.terraskitchen.com.

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A “Day of Hope” a Huge Success!

Bill Cook and council person Jan Pye. Photo by Bruce Montgomery

By Desert Star Staff Desert Hot Springs, CA. -Soroptimist House of Hope held its second annual “A Day of Hope” luncheon fundraiser at the Skyborne Clubhouse in Desert Hot Springs on Saturday, April 18, 2015. Soroptimist House of Hope (SHOH), is a nonprofit organization operating residential substance use disorders recovery programs in Desert Hot Springs and Banning for women, providing a safe, nurturing environment in which clients can learn the life skills necessary to become productive members of society. www.desertstarweekly.com

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Emceeing the event was CBS Local 2 News Chief Meteorologist Patrick Evans. Keynote Speakers included, Dot Reed, House of Hope President, Cynthia “Oma” Gray, House of Hope Executive Director, Leslee Blake, House of Hope Assistant DirectorTreatment Program, and Arla Provo, a House of Hope Alumni, who delivered a very moving and empowering speech on how the House of Hope helped save and transform her life to blossom with hope.

With a total of 88 guest, the sold out fundraising event

included supportive guests of the community such as Desert Hot Springs Councilwoman Jan Pye, Desert Hot Springs former mayor Yvonne Parks, and Senator Stone’s deputies Glenn Miller and Bill Cook presented Dot Reed with a proclamation for over thirty years of service and support for the Soroptimist House of Hope. In addition, Dot Reed was recognized as the event’s honoree for her three decades of dedicated service to House of Hope and presented with a beautiful Lladro angel figurine as a token of June 3, 2015

our appreciation and love.

Through ticket sales, a silent auction, and raffle at the event, House of Hope raised $7,000 (75% higher than last year!). All proceeds will be used to help provide our valuable substance use disorders programs to the greatest number of women possible in the Coachella Valley and San Gorgonio Pass regions of Riverside County. House of Hope President, Dot Reed, gave a moving speech about the transformation of the clients who come to the home, “The beautiful butterfly in our logo represents the many women who have been released from the cocoon of addiction to become productive members of society due to the tools provided at the House of Hope.”

For more information on the Soroptimist House of Hope and its programs visit our website at www.recoveryhouseofhope.org.

Those seeking more information about Soroptimist House of Hope’s recovery programs may call 760-3294673. For questions about donating directly to Soroptimist House of Hope or for corporate information, please contact Executive Director Cynthia “Oma” Gray at 951-849-9491.

New Exhibition: Section 14on Thursday, Now-Nov. 8 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 901 East Tahquitz Canyon Road. For info, call 760-7781079 or accmuseum.org.

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Comedy Night Palm Springs Purple Room more info. http://comedynightfeb.bpt.me or 800-838-3006 or purpleroompalm springs. com or 760-322-4422

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The Park After Dark: The Living Desert 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.Info: www.livingdesert. org; (760) 346-5694 “We’re Still Here” June 14, 2 pm. Arthur Newman Theater “Keep Calm, It’s Just Love”. June 14, 2 pm.

Arthur Newman Theater El Paseo Cruise Night 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month 3:15-6p.m.For info, call 760-346-8965 or elpaseocruisenight.com.

College of the Desert Street Fair Sat 7-2pm & Sundays 7-12pm More Info. 760.636.7957 “Divas And Masters Of Jazz” June 7, 2 pm. Arthur Newman Theater Kid’s Summer Cooking Camps! Open to ages 7-14!

47875 Caleo Bay Drive #A107, call 760-777-1161 Weekly Live Entertainment Nightly Mastro’s Stekhouse 73405 El Paseo 760-6777 COD Summer Book Sale May 29-31, 9am-3pm 43-500 Monterey Ave. Info. 760-333-0733 or CODLibraryFriend@aol.com El Paseo Cruise Night 1st and 3rdFridays of each month from 3:15-6p.m.For info, call 760-346-8965 or elpaseocruisenight.com.

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HOROSCOPES ARIES

You wonder these days what your true values and ideals are for they foreshadow and portend the future. You ponder upon your circle of friends. Are they likeminded? Are you comfortable with them? Friends are important for support and nurturing. In the coming months you re-evaluate and re-examine who your friends are and why. You will also assess your importance to them. Through communication you deepen the spiritual basis that holds everyone together. Or separates.

TAURUS Long held dreams, hidden and perhaps buried for years emerge, lighting the way toward your future and a new possible profession. It may be the right time for new training and study in a new field of endeavor. You assess your needs, family need and the needs of humanity (a triangle). Combining the three mean makes you a world server. Everyone needs to help in creating the new emerging sharing society. You will lead.

GEMINI You constantly seek information leading to knowledge and wisdom - your spiritual task.

Assessing all you’re learned, an integration process occurs.

What would you like to pursue (learn) now? Previous beliefs and

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ideas are becoming useless. As you encounter new ideas and philosophies you’re to uncover what you already know, blending them. This expands your creativity which helps people love more.

sensitive. See food as medicine.

Create balance by eating all foods (organic), prepared in all ways. Some people follow diets for religious reasons, ignoring what the body needs. We serve the devic presences in the body when we eat correctly. Begin to CANCER make flavored waters w/ fresh fruits and veggies. They purify, In daily life you often think of clarify and light up the body. loved ones who have passed on, LIBRA feeling they left you behind. The reality is they’re always working nearby. Talk with them from the You feel independent these heart. They hear you. How is your days, knowing that balance monetary situation. You begin to comes from inner poise, prayer use resources creating a future and serving others needs arise. different than the past. What Careful with communication. You hopes do you hold deep within may be sounding (and/or feeling) that you don’t share with others. extra stern, withdrawn and Begin to. separate with and from others.

If you have children tend to them LEO with extra care. Creativity, art, long distance travel, friends and It’s good to review relationships beautiful places are your refuge. (past and present), seeking the Nurture the artist within. Grow truth of how you communicate(d), flowers. your moods, and what you offer(ed) others. Always cultivate SCORPIO a depth of connection, heart to heart, for this releases greater Are you feeling strange and love. Recognize your growth subtle changes within? You inner through relationships. Ask if you self as well as your home needs long ago expected too much, tender loving care. Our homes created illusions, were defensive are psychological fortresses. and demanding? Rewrite these When we change, they change, relationships with forgiveness and those changes disassemble and understanding. Then you our sense of security and safety. (and others) are free.

A garden needs to be planted wherever you are. Call forth VIRGO Ceres, the mother, to offer you comfort and care. Attempt It’s good to be especially careful to make home and self with health. You can be extra beautiful. Beauty sustains

you in this time of change.

SAGITTARIUS Outer success seems less important these days. You question and evaluate you life in spiritual terms. You ponder upon inner fulfillment wondering what’s been a unreal and a masquerade.

Spiritual dimensions, perhaps not apparent, are all around you. At times you want to withdraw, find peace, drop into deeper dimensions, classify your knowledge, and make new plans for the future. Jupiter (expansion) is your guide.

CAPRICORN You tend and care for the resources you have. You become Ceres, the mother, to all finances and resources in your environment. You want to ensure your future and financial security is a focus and goal. Remember to work within a budget each week and month, detailing how your money is spent, what you must have and what you can do without. You will feel a sense of order and organization. Assess your gifts, talents, what you love.

These are where future resources will emerge.

handling them, including finances. Are they dwindling? Or not appearing? Has there been a change? Do not feel confused by the changes. Consider how community life would assist you, bringing forth your gifts. Cultivate compassion.

PISCES Assess your life experiences, accomplishments and learnings.

Make this into a book. Take time to focus upon yourself. Find places of quiet and solitude.

Establish yourself there and notice your thoughts centering on beginnings and endings.

Notice your needs. Not wants but needs. Notice previous endeavors seem no longer important. You seek a clarifying sense of independence and direction in the world. You seek your own home and garden.

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AQUARIUS You review who you think you are as a person and who you are with others. Do they synchronize?

Attempt to be aware of present resources and how you’re

Bruce Jenner debuts Caitlyn in Vanity Fair Continued from Page 1 anything about it, I would be lying there saying, ‘You just blew your entire life.’”

The photo was shot at Jenner’s Malibu, California, home and comes on the heels of her two-hour ABC interview with Diane Sawyer in which Bruce Jenner confirmed the transition to a woman. More than 17.1 million viewers watched the much-anticipated “20/20” interview on April 24.

Prior to the unveiling of Caitlyn, Jenner had said he preferred the pronoun “he,” but Vanity Fair contributing editor Buzz Bissinger, who wrote the story, refers to “she.”

The Olympian who married and divorced reality show “manager” Kris Jenner has appeared for years on “Keeping Up with the Kardashians.”

Jenner’s own still-untitled docuseries chronicling her transition is scheduled for the same network, E!, beginning July 26.

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Vanity Fair released a blackand-white video on the making of the cover “Caitlyn doesn’t have any secrets,” Jenner narrates. “As soon as the Vanity Fair cover comes out, I’m free.”

Bissinger, the “Friday Night Lights” Pulitzer winner, said in the lengthy magazine story that he had unfettered access to Jenner, both before her transition and after. His approach to Jenner’s life is exhaustive, based on interviews with several of her biological children, her mother, her former wives and others.

He reports that Jenner, 65, is “immensely happy, relaxed, with a shiny sense of purpose and confidence.” He added: “She can’t wait when she goes out now to tell the paparazzi to ‘make sure it’s a good shot.’”

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(left to right) Valley War Veterans Jerry Geisler and Harvey Krasner photographed here with the CEO of Jewish Federation of the Desert, Bruce Landgarten (on the far right). Photo by Bebsabe Morrison

Donation stolen from two Valley War Veterans Jewish Federation of the Desert comes to their aid and makes a donation

By Desert Star Staff Two Valley War Veterans, Jerry Geisler and Harvey Krasner were collecting donations on Memorial Day outside a local grocery store when their donation jar was stolen! Jewish Federation of the Desert, headquartered in Rancho Mirage, found out about this, and presented these gentlemen with a check in the amount of $ 500 June 3, 2015

on Friday at the organization’s office. The men, who have been collecting donations on Memorial and Veterans Day for about 15 years as part of the Jewish War Veterans of Palm Springs, Post 750, estimated that about $500 was stolen.

“Upon hearing about this story, I thought it was unconscionable that two

dedicated war veterans were victimized while collecting donations on Memorial Day!” stated Bruce Landgarten, CEO of Jewish Federation of the Desert.

Contributions from the Jewish War Veterans of Palm Springs go to veteran’s organizations such as the Palm Springs USO and Loma Linda VA Hospital. www.desertstarweekly.com

A summer surge for cool dining

Mr. Lyons in Palm Spring has on the menu Dungeness crab cakes and “charred Brussels” along with Porterhouse steaks and vegetable Wellington.

Photo by Janet Newcomb

Tarte tatin with Granny Smith apples prepared for two at Mr. Lyons, in Palm Springs.

Photo courtesy of Serious Food & Drink/Jeff Hocker

By Pamela Price Hold on your neatly folded linen napkins because you have until June 7th to dine your way through the desert thanks to Palm Springs Desert Resorts Restaurant Week, the code words are “Eat Play Stay.” Better yet check out every bite at www. palmspringsrestaurantweek. com.

During the event, a rather lavish three-course dinner menu is $38, with participating restaurants ranging from pricey to affordable. In short, there is a restaurant for every reason,

whether you are interested in gluten free or vegetarian dining choices.

New on the dining menu in Palm Springs is Mr. Lyons Steakhouse ( 233 East Palm Canyon Drive) where the dim lighting outshined only by Executive Chef Christopher Hora’s menu, with an emphasis on steaks. He let on that he has visited 77 countries, which have undoubtedly influenced his cuisine, choices of seasoning all with a nod to the historic Lyons where a second debut sports a sleek mid century modern look

and menu. A nod to the past is the Matzo Ball soup and Beef Wellington, a throwback to the pre gluten era.

If you want to sample first before investing $48 on a filet mignon, visit the bar menu for an introduction, a prime rib salad, $17 or the burger, $18 will sway your sense toward investing in a full-on dinner. Dessert wise the tarte tatin for two, artistically arranged with Granny Smith, cider and vanilla custard) $15 is a perfect summer sweet. However, Chef Hora said bananas on this dessert will be featured by

the time you read this. During Restaurant Week, the $38 threecourse dinner is offered.

On to even more serious cuisine is Serious Food and Drink, 415 N. Palm Canyon Drive where that same $38 threecourse dinner could be the Over the Edge Wedge, crispy chicken Milanese and for dessert 7 layers of Chocolate Heaven, which In order are curated hazelnut peanut butter crunch, chocolate mousse highlighted by Belgian chocolate gelato.

After Restaurant Week there recovery solution might

cross your mind. To the rescue, is Vibrance Health (vibrance health.com) recently opened in Rancho Mirage with Darin FX Clair, MD, with 30-years medical practice stands by with several modalities, including a supervised weight-loss program along other remedies. His Vibrance S.H.A.P.E. program for weight loss is focused on a customized weight loss and maintenance programs.

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T R AV E L Deaf West Theatre’s Production of “Spring Awakening”

BY BEVERLY COHN

The lobby of the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts was filled with excitement as hearing-impaired friends greeted each other with hugs and kisses, signing their enthusiasm that almost translated itself for those of us who are not hearing impaired.

This enthusiasm was only the beginning of what was an astounding evening of a rare, emotionally charged theatrical experience.

Before the imaginary curtain went up, the cast milled about a dimly lit stage, stretching and do a variety of warm-up exercises.

In the house, an usher held up a sign with a line through a cell phone signaling the direction to put away all electronic devices.

Soon, with the musicians in place high above the stage, this unique production of “Spring Awakening” came to life.

A Tony Award-winning rock musical, with book and lyrics

by Steven Sater and music by Duncan Sheik, the play was originally performed on Broadway on December 10, 2006 and closed on January 18, 2009 after racking up 859 performances.

The story is based on the 1891 German play by Frank Wedekind, who described his play as “a tragedy of childhood.” It was an

indictment of parents, teachers, and the clergy who emotionally paralyzed children by keeping them in the darkness as they discovered their sexuality and the confusion that set in as their bodies became alive with new feelings.

The current production is masterfully directed by Michael Arden, who has elicited deep, compelling, sometimes wrenching performances from each of his actors. He also has made full use of every inch of the Wallis, including the orchestra pit, which symbolized a burial.

The action takes place in a provincial German town in the late 1800s and revolves around a group of adolescent school children who are trying to find answers to their questions precipitated by their emerging hormones. This is an innocent time for these children – an innocence that is challenged by the mystical, magical feelings being awakened in their teenage bodies. They ignore the adults in their lives and try to find answers amongst their peers.

Obviously, what is different about this production is that the cast is comprised of an incredibly talented ensemble of hearing and non-hearing actors who create their characters so thoroughly, that it almost takes your breath away. The principal non-hearing actors have a “twin” hearing actor. As one actor signs, the other actor speaks the lines or sings the ballad. They both have the same emotional content, whether signed or spoken, and act as one integrated person.

The actors use the American Sign Language, which, in and of itself, becomes a highly theatrical, balletic component in its beauty, grace, and deep, soulful emotions as expressed by

Daniel N. Durant, Andy Mientus, Miles Barbee, Alex Wyse and Alex Boniello in “Spring Awakening”

the actors’ bodies.

Wendla, beautifully played by Sandra Mae Frank, speaks and sings through her “twin,” a most talented Katie Boeck, who also plays the guitar. Wendla is an innocent and has no idea how babies are made and sings the lovely ballad “Mama Who Bore Me.” She insists she’s too old to believe in the stork and begs her mother for the truth, which her mother comically avoids by omitting some major details about the male/female babymaking procedure.

The lack of this basic knowledge causes great pain later on with devastating consequences for both Wendla and Melchior, played intensely by Austin McKenzie. Their confusion and mutual “forbidden” attraction is illuminated in a striking duet, “The Word of Your Body,” sung

by Melchior and Wendla (Katie Boeck.) The tender love scene between them is graphically, but

Sandra Mae Frank as Wendla and Austin McKenzie as Melchior in “Spring Awakening.” (Kevin Parry)

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tastefully, acted out. A minister is giving a sermon as we watch these two young people grapple with their initial reluctance to surrender to their desires.

Another outstanding performance was given by Daniel N. Durant as Moritz, with his songs sung by his “twin,” a very talented Alex Boniello, who also played the guitar. Moritz’s failure at school meets with strong parental disapproval resulting in an unexpected outcome.

Other teen-age topics, which were explored, included; wet dreams, child abuse, incest, homosexuality, rape, suicide, and teenage pregnancy. A particularly amusing scene was the masturbation sequence, which was staged in a fun, stylized manner. Some of these subjects are as relevant today as they were in the 1800s.

The balance of this highlytrained, versatile ensemble is comprised of Sean Barna (drums) (could lighten up a bit,) Joshua Castille (Ernst,) Kathryn Gallagher (voice of Martha/guitar,) Sean Grandillo (voice of Otto/bass,) Amelia Hensley (Thea,) Lauren M. Luiz (Heidi, voice of Thea,) Andy Mientus (Hanschen,) Daniel David Stewart (voice of Ernst/piano,) Ali Stroker (Anna,) Alexandra Winter (harp,) and Alex Wyse (Georg.) Also outstanding were Hillary Baack, Daniel Marmion, and Natacha Roi who were quite convincing in creating distinctly different adult characters.

In a profusion of color, sounds, and dramatic lighting effects, the story is told through a strong narrative and haunting songs. While every number is outstanding, some of them include; “The Bitch of Living,” (Moritz and voice of Moritz,) “Touch Me,” (Company,) the rousing “Totally Fucked,” (sung

by Melchior and Company,) “The Mirror-Blue Night, (Melchior and the boys,)” “I Believe,” (Company,) “And Then There Were None,”(Moritz

and voice of Moritz and the boys,)“Whispering” (Wendla, and Katie Boeck,) and the closing number “The Song of Purple Summer,” (Company.) Vocal arrangements are by Annmarie Milazzo, and the band consists of Christian Hebel (violin,) Diana Wade (viola,) and Tim Loo (cello.)

This outstanding production, wonderfully choreographed

by Spencer Liff, is framed by Dane Laffrey’s excellent, highly functional set design with movable set pieces that help drive the action forward. He also designed the period costumes.

Ben Stanton’s light design drenches the stage with glorious rich colors, using a variety of lighting devices, bridging the past with the present. Finally, there’s Lucy Mackinnon’s imaginative projection design. She created beautiful backdrops of sparkling stars, snow, and assortment of patterns reflecting the current dramatic moment.

One last observation: Obviously, the hearing-impaired actors cannot hear the applause.

So, how the audience showed its standing ovation approval was by raising their arms high into the air and twirling their fingers. You owe it to yourself to see this rare production, as evenings of theatre like this don’t come around that often. You will probably leave the theatre smiling, but with a little lump in your throat.

SPRING AWAKENING Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts Bram Goldsmith Theater 9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd.

Beverly Hills, CA 90210.

Run: Tuesday-Friday 8:00pm Saturday: 3;00 pm & 8:00pm Sunday: 2:00 pm & 7:00pm Closing Date: Sunday: June 7, 2015 Tickets: $29-$99 310-746-4000 or www.thewallis.org

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FILM PBS DVDs for Dad’s Special Day

BY THEDA KLEINHANS REICHMAN

Sunday June 21st is just around the corner, a day to honor Dad in a unique way.

One gift idea that will keep on giving throughout the year is a Blu-ray or DVD on a subject he is especially interested in. Here are a few suggestions from the PBS catalogue of fine programs.

If dad is a history buff, there is the excellent Ken Burns film “The Roosevelts: An Intimate History.” Another history title is “The Sixties: The Decade That Changed the World” from executive producers Tom Hanks and Gary Goetzman or the 2015 Academy Award nominee for the best documentary feature “Last Days in Vietnam.” You can also go further back in time to the court of Henry VIII and learn about the history of his reign, which was filled with danger, treason and intrigue. There are two titles on that subject: “Wolf.

Hall” and “Inside the Court of Henry VIII.” If your dad enjoys a good mystery, check out

For the first time, their individual stories have been interwoven into a single narrative. It begins with Theodore’s birth in 1858 and ends with Eleanor’s death in 1962. The seven-part, fourteenhour film spans more than a century. Theodore becomes the 26th president of the United States, and his beloved niece Eleanor marries his fifth cousin, Franklin, who goes on to become our 32nd president.

The series details the history the Roosevelts helped to shape from the creation of National Parks and the digging of the Panama Canal to the passage of innovative New Deal programs, the defeat of Hitler and the postwar struggle for civil rights at home and human rights abroad.

The narrator is Peter Coyote, with Paul Giamatti as Theodore Roosevelt, Edward Herrmann as FDR and Meryl Streep giving voice to Eleanor.

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Inside the Court of Henry VII Oscar’s nominee “Last Days hands to wage a desperate his desire to do what is right and in Vietnam” documents the final effort to evacuate as many South his instinct to survive. The DVD days of the Vietnam War as the Vietnamese as possible. has an additional 25 minutes of bonus video.

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“Grantchester,” set in 1950’s England. The six-part series deals with faith, love and murder.

And last, but by no means least, there’s “Animal Homes,” a 3-part series on how animals build a home for their families.

In “The Roosevelts: An Intimate History,” Ken Burns chronicles the lives of Theodore, Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt, three members of one of the most prominent and influential families in American politics.

“The Sixties” was a decade of great change in America, and the PBS documentary of the same name chronicles the events of that tumultuous ten-year period that reshaped America. During that time, television comes of age, space is conquered; President Kennedy is assassinated, war rages in Vietnam and the Beatles and their music come to America.

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to promote the reforms of the World Football Association.

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have to change the foundation of FIFA. We will now establish the conditions for the elections, as well as, the candidates must then present their program.”

This can last from December this year to March next year. It is difficult to promote reforms in this period, but this is now our task. Members have slowed

North Vietnamese Army closed in on Saigon and South Vietnamese resistance crumpled. The U.S. only had a few diplomats and military operatives still in the country and thousands of South Vietnamese lives were hanging in the balance. Who would go and who would be left behind to face brutality, imprisonment or even death? At the risk of their careers and possible court martial, a handful of individuals took matters into their own

“Inside the Court of Henry VIII” will be available June 16, still in time for Fathers Day. Journey back in time to visit the castles where Henry lived and learn more about the vicious rivalries and conspiracies that characterized his court. A promising and enlightened prince at one time, Henry eventually squanders British riches on futile wars and tears apart the religious certainties of his people.

Decades of religious persecution and bloodshed would follow his reign and thousands of people were executed as a result of his policies and personal vendettas.

Henry’s six wives didn’t fare too well either...

In “Wolf, Hall,” a six-hour miniseries adapted from Hilary Mantel’s best-selling, Booker prize-winning novels “Wolf Hall” and its sequel “Bring Up the Bodies,” Thomas Cromwell (Mark Rylance) is the brilliant consigliere to King Henry VIII (Damian Lewis, TVs “Homeland”) and the story is told from Cromwell’s perspective. He is a pragmatic and accomplished power broker that must serve king and country while dealing with deadly political intrigue. In trying to navigate the moral complexities of his duties, he finds himself trapped between

down many of these proposals, and many representatives have committed illegal acts to create this disgrace. These embarrassments should not come at the expense of football.”

Scala was born in Basel, business studies completed with specialization in Corporate Finance; he is married and has two children.

Backdrop: On Friday, 79-year-old Blatter won his fifth

presidential term at FIFA after his opponent, Jordan’s Prince Ali bin al-Hussein, withdrew before the voting went into a second round.

The Swiss official was elected amid a massive corruption scandal at FIFA, which was prompted by a wave of accusations against senior FIFA figures just days before the vote.

Fourteen FIFA-linked officials and businessmen have been

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His partner in crime is Detective Inspector Geordie Keating (Robeson Green). The series deals with their friendship and a series of challenging cases, revealing the dark side of early 1950s England following the end of WW II. The six stories are a blend of mystery, romance, faith, friendship and murder.

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With a PBS DVD you can share the fun and knowledge along with dad this Fathers Day. accused by the US of bribery, fraud and money laundering.

Several were arrested in a Zurich hotel where they had gathered ahead of the organization’s general meeting.

Swiss prosecutors are also investigating the awarding of the World Cups 2018 and 2022 to Russia and Qatar, respectively, to ascertain whether the votes were clean and legal.

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MUSIC Past, present riches celebrated on new collections

BY ROBERT KINSLER

Great music never goes out of style or sounds dated. Look (and listen) no further than a fantastic box set featuring Little Richard’s ‘50s and early ‘60s recordings, a deluxe reissue focusing on classic heavy metal outfit Thor, as well as a Rhett Miller’s first-ever collaboration with Black Prairie and a great new celebration of the 2002 classic science fiction western TV series “Firefly” courtesy of The Fallen Stars.

Artist: Little Richard Title: Directly From My Heart: The Best of the Specialty & Vee-Jay Years (Specialty Records) You might like if you enjoy: Little Richard, Fats Domino, and early Beatles Tell me more: Listening to the wide-ranging three-disc set “Directly From My Heart: The Best of the Specialty & VeeJay Years” is to be transported to rock ‘n’ roll’s infancy. Little Richard is heard on 64 tracks spanning 1956 to 1965, singing

poignant ballads such as the bluesy “Wonderin’ and R&B standout “Maybe I’m Right,” as well as songs mining Mississippi blues (“Goin’ Home Tomorrow”) and the Memphis sound (“I Don’t Know What You’ve Got But it’s Got Me”). Along the way Richard is featured tackling soul – notably I’m Just a Lonely Guy (All Alone)” and “You Better Stop.” But the parade of hits featured across the seminal three-disc collection is the box set’s ace play, with timeless rockers such as “Tutti Frutti,” “Kansas City,” Ready Teddy,” “Rip It Up” “Long Tall Sally” and “Lucille” resonating with the force of the ages. Information: ConcordMusicGroup.com.

Artist: The Fallen Stars Title: Leaves On the Wind, Vol. 2: No Power in the ‘Verse Can Stop Me (Kiss My Squirrel Music) You might like if you enjoy: Dawes, The Lone Bellow, the classic sicfi series “Firefly”

Tell me more: Although the science fiction drama “Firefly” only saw the production of 14 episodes in 2002 (and a subsequent theatrical film “Serenity” in 2005), the groundbreaking series has spawned an enduring following of fans known as “Browncoats.”

The Fallen Stars, a Huntington Beach-based Americana band featuring husband-and-wife Bobbo Byrnes (vocals, guitar, mandolin) and Tracy Byrnes (vocals, bass) has been busy setting the series’ Old Westmeets-cosmos mythology to music. The band has followed up 2013’s “Leaves On the Wind, Vol. 1: Still Flying” with the newlyreleased “Vol. 2: No Power in the ‘Verse Can Stop Me.” Each song is based on an episode of “Firefly,” with episodes 6-10 celebrated on the new EP. It’s not surprising that every track is a gemstone, with the tender mandolin-anchored “Goodnight Kiss,” rollicking “Miracle” and wistful “Open the Door” among the tracks blending top-tier

musical song craft and lyrical ties to Joss Whedon’s enduring tour de force. Information: TheFallenStars.com.

Artist: Thor Title: Unchained (Cleopatra Records) You might like if you enjoy: Thor, Kiss, Judas Priest Tell me more: Fans of early Kiss and classic Judas Priest will want to get a listen to the deluxe reissue of Thor’s “Unchained.”

The two-disc collection features the Vancouver, Canada-spawned metal band’s original 1983 EP “Unchained” and 12 bonus tracks on the audio CD, while the second disc is a DVD is filled with two hours worth of performance and concept videos from 19821985. Riff rock resonates on the straight-up “Anger” and “Rock the City,” while the rapid-fire “When Gods Collide” recalls vintage Black Sabbath.

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Artist: Rhett Miller

with Black Prairie Title: The Traveler (ATO Records) You might like if you enjoy: Old 97’s, The Lone Bellow Tell me more: Rhett Miller has never been afraid to take chances and it continues to pay dividends. On “The Traveler,” a new collection where the Old 97’s frontman joins forces with Portland-based alternative Americana outfit Black Prairie, Miller’s honest and lyrical style of songcraft wields a dozen songs steeped in lyrical and musical riches. The lovely “Jules,” sweeping “My Little Disaster” and acoustic “Fair Enough” (where fiddler Annalisa Tornfelt’s vocals blend beautifully with Miller’s baritone) are early standouts.

The indie rocker “Escape Velocity” (with Guster’s Ryan Miller adding satisfying backing vocals), stunning “Dreams Vs. Waking Life” and piano-anchored “Good Night” are among the potent tracks on the latter half of “The Traveler.” Information: RhettMiller.com.

Belinda Carlisle set to play at Fantasy Springs

By Desert Star Staff INDIO, CALIF. – Belinda Carlisle has been dazzling live concert crowds around the world for decades. She tours with a set list packed with hits from her time with The GoGo’s as well as her amazing solo career. On Saturday, September 12th she will perform in the Special Events Center at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino and show her fans

that she’s still “Got The Beat”.

Belinda Carlisle gained worldwide fame as the lead vocalist of The Go-Go’s, one of the most successful all-female bands of all time. The group sold more than seven million albums in just three years. The Go-Go’s released their debut album, Beauty and the Beat, in 1982. The record reached the top spot on the Billboard album chart, staying there for

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Throughout the early 1980s, the Go-Go’s remained one of the most popular bands in America, with hit songs like “We Got the Beat” and “Our Lips Are Sealed” dominating radio airwaves and MTV video play.

Carlisle later went on to have a successful solo career with hits such as “Mad About You”, “I Get Weak”, “Circle in the Sand”, “Leave a Light On” and “Heaven Is a Place on Earth” among others, which were major successes in the United States and the United Kingdom as well as internationally. Also an accomplished writer, her autobiography, Lips Unsealed, published in June 2010, was a New York Times Best Seller and on August 11, 2011, she received, as a member of the Go-Go’s, a star on the June 3, 2015

Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Saturday September 12th, she brings her talent to the Special Events Center stage at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino.

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Recycling Fraud Arrest: Second Trucker Busted at Border

$15,356 out-of-state haul stopped at agricultural checkpoint in Blythe, California

By Desert Star Staff SACRAMENTO – For the second time in as many months, the Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) is announcing the arrest of a semi-truck driver on recycling fraud charges. Similar to the prior incident, this case involves importing out-of-state empty beverage containers for the purpose of defrauding the California Redemption Value (CRV) fund.

“When criminals try to cash in on out-of-state empty beverage containers, they essentially try to steal from every

Californian who pays the CRV fee at the cash register,” CalRecycle Director Caroll Mortensen said.

“We’ll continue to do everything it takes to stop fraud and prevent criminals from making elicit gains from our beverage container recycling program.”

CalRecycle works closely with its enforcement partners at the California Department of Justice and the Department of Food and Agriculture to enforce CRV fraud-prevention efforts.

On May 12, members of DOJ’s Recycling Fraud Team were conducting surveillance at a recycling center in Phoenix,

Ariz., when they observed a “B&S Transport” semi-truck out of Baldwin Park, Calif., being loaded with bags of empty beverage containers. The semi left the Phoenix recycling center in the afternoon and arrived at the Blythe border agricultural checkpoint in Riverside County that evening. There, according to the arrest report, the driver told the checkpoint inspector that his truck was empty. However, upon inspection, the trailer was found to contain the used beverage containers that were observed being loaded in Phoenix – a total of 8,548 pounds of aluminum

and 1,522 pounds of plastic with a potential value of more than $15,000 in illegal CRV refunds.

After being interviewed

by RFT agents, driver Ricardo Rodriguez of Colton, in San Bernardino County, was arrested on recycling fraud and attempted grand theft charges. His arraignment is set for July 14 at the Riverside County Courthouse in Indio.

Califor nia’s Beverage Container Recycling and Litter Reduction Act incentivizes recycling through a CRV fee paid by California consumers at the time of purchase and

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or many families, some of the most anticipated summertime activities happen around the pool. But before you dive into the fun, be sure you and your family know the many ways to practice pool safety.

Sun safety

Sunburns can cause a lot more than just an embarrassing red appearance on the skin; they can be the source of severe pain, fever and even dehydration. In fact, just one sunburn during childhood can increase the risk of developing skin cancer. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, multiple events of extreme sunburn for individuals age 18 and younger can contribute to the development of melanoma.

The sun’s harsh rays can also affect your appearance later in life, causing premature aging and wrinkling of the skin. For babies 6 months of age or younger, keep their sensitive skin out of sunlight completely. For all other ages, here are the do’s and don’ts for playing in the sun:

Do dress your baby in protective clothing n

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Always cover baby’s arms and legs in airy, light-colored garments. Dark colors absorb heat, while lighter hues reflect it, keeping baby cooler.

Look for shirts and swimwear made from sun-protective fabrics.

These garments are especially great if your kids spend a lot of time outdoors in the summer.

Choose a wide-brimmed hat or ball cap and sunglasses to protect your baby’s eyes.

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Practice swim safety this summer

The Food & Drug Administration (FDA) recommends that you avoid applying sunscreen on infants younger than 6 months.

Individuals with sensitive skin should seek a hypoallergenic, chemical-free formula with zinc oxide or titanium oxide with an SPF of 15 or higher. If you use a chemical-based sunscreen, always test on a patch of skin first.

Apply sunscreen at least every 2 hours and pay attention to the product’s expiration date as the active ingredients can lose their effectiveness over time.

Swimming is a lot of fun, but drowning is a real danger. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reveals that drowning is the second most common cause of accidental deaths among kids. As an advocate for swim safety, Olympic gold medal winner and mom, Janet Evans, offers these tips to keep kids safe this summer: Enroll in swimming lessons. Many people lack basic swimming skills, and enrolling children in swimming lessons at a young age will help reduce the risk of accidents and drowning.

Don’t allow children to swim alone. Drowning is silent, and it happens quickly. Always have a responsible adult watching while children are either in or out of the pool.

Keep pool areas tidy. Cleaning up pool toys after play can help lessen the temptation of children to enter the pool area unsupervised.

For more information on Janet Evans, visit www.janetevans.com.

Water safety

Once your skin is properly protected, it’s almost time to jump in.

But before you do, make sure the water is clean and ready.

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Whether your pool uses traditional chlorine or is equipped with a salt chlorine generator, make testing it a top priority, especially when your pool is used frequently.

Make sure to read and follow the product label instructions closely when dealing with pool chemicals. Proper dosing of pool chemicals is important for swimmer comfort.

Always test the water and make sure the free chlorine level never falls below 1 parts per million (ppm). Chlorine is the main sanitizer of your pool (and drinking water), and the more people in your pool, the more chlorine you may need.

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What people call “salt water” pools are still chlorine pools; the salt chlorine generator just makes chlorine on-site.

Both traditional chlorine and “salt water” pools contain chlorine.

Some people believe pools with salt chlorine generators are maintenance free — but this is untrue, and neglecting things can lead to pool problems.

No matter what kind of pool you have, it needs to be tested every day.

Tips for keeping water balanced n n

If your eyes are irritated and the pool water is cloudy or looks green — the balance is probably off.

Here’s how to test: ú Use strips that show chlorine, alkalinity, pH and cyanuric acid levels. ú Follow instructions on the package for how to submerge the strip.

Compare color readings on the strip to the range on the ú product bottle. ú Ideal water balance ranges: Chlorine: 1–4 ppm Alkalinity: 80–120 ppm pH: 7.2–7.6 Cyanuric Acid: 20–50 ppm

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While there are plenty of options available for pool owners, there are many opinions about pools equipped with salt chlorine generators and traditional chlorine pools. Check out these facts to learn more, and to decide which best fits your family’s needs: n In a “salt water” pool, chlorine is produced by a salt chlorine generator rather than adding chlorine to the pool directly. A “salt water” pool is still being sanitized by chlorine. So, a “salt water” pool is a chlorine pool. n The same amount of chlorine is required to maintain a “salt water” pool as a traditional chlorine pool. n “Salt water” pools require the same maintenance functions and still must be checked and balanced regularly, just like a traditional chlorine pool.

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Reader Advisory: The National Trade Association we belong to has purchased the above classifieds. Determining the value of their service or product is advised by this publication. In order to avoid misunderstandings, some advertisers do not offer employment but rather supply the readers with manuals, directories and other materials designed to help their clients establish mail order selling and other businesses at home. Under NO circumstance should you send any money in advance or give the client your checking, license ID, or credit card numbers. Also beware of ads that claim to guarantee loans regardless of credit and note that if a credit repair company does business only over the phone it is illegal to request any money before delivering its service. All funds are based in US dollars.

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PUBLIC NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

Desert Star Weekly Legals PUBLIC NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: July 10, 2015 Time: 8:30 a.m., Dept.: PS3, b. The address of the court is: 3255 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262, County of Riverside 3.a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county (specify newspaper): Desert Star Weekly 13-279 Palm Drive, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 Dated: Mau13, 2015, Judge of the Superior Court, Pub May 20, 27, June 3, 10, 2015. DSW15-5119

capublicnotice.com FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: WESTERN HORTICULTURAL SERVICES 35969 ALAMEDA COURT, RANCHO MIRAGE, CA 92270. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: MITCHELL P KING (PAUL) 35969 ALAMEDA COURT RANCHO MIRAGE CA 92270. Business is conducted by: Individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime).

Signed: MITCHELL P KING. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on May 7, 2015. Peter Aldana, Signed: Y.R. CRUZ File No. I-2015-01180 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub June 3, 10, 17, 24, 2015. DSW15-5128 Mission Springs Water District Notice of Public HearingS WATER & Sewer Standby Assessments On Monday, June 15, 2015 at 3 p.m. the Board of Directors of Mission Springs Water District will conduct public hearings on its annual water and sewer standby assessments for Fiscal Year 2015-2016, which are collected on property tax bills of affected properties. The Board will hear and consider all comments regarding this assessment at this public hearing. These annual assessments finance the ongoing cost of maintaining and operating the water distribution lines and sewer collection lines, which provide water and sewer service access to certain properties and are based upon the proximity of those properties to water and/or sewer lines.

No change is recommended from last year’s assessment criteria. A report showing the proposed assessment and methodology will be available for viewing fourteen days (14 days) prior to the public hearings, at the district offices located at 66575 2nd St., Desert Hot Springs CA, or information may be obtained by calling 760-329-5169 ext. 116. /s/ Arden Wallum Secretary, Mission Springs Water District PUB:6/3/15, 6/10/15. DSW15-5127 CALIFORNIA AUCTION AD Notice is hereby given that the contents of the following units will be offered for sale by publication to the highest bidder for enforcement of storage lien. The auction will be held on June 18, 2015 9AM. Location: Desert Self Storage 66251 Dillon Road Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240.

Terms: CASH ONLY. Desert Self Storage reserves the right to refuse any bid or so cancel the auction.

Name of Auctioneer: AMERICAN UCTIONEERS Bond#:FS863-20-14. The following units are scheduled for auction: UNIT# NAME: DESCRIPTION: D071 RAFAEL GONZALEZ HOUSEHOLD, D084 ANDREA WILMS HOUSEHOLD , E161 GREAG SHARP HOUSEHOLD, E049 JOSEPH COOPER HOUSEHOLD, E019 TIRRELL SMITHEAL HOUSEHOLD, B100 MANUAL GOMEZ HOUSEHOLD, C078 PATRICA COURTNEY HOUSEHOLD , D033 THONG POR HOUSEHOLD, C107 ANTHONY HELM HOUSEHOLD, D011 RAFAEL GONZALEZ HOUSEHOLD, A019 GREAG SHARP HOUSEHOLD, B29B ISRAEL MORALES HOUSEHOLD, B13A RONALD NEUMAN HOUSEHOLD, B11D ELVIA RODRIQUEZ HOUSEHOLD, B007 DONOVAN MULLALLY HOUSEHOLD, B69B GLENN BRITTINGHAM HOUSEHOLD, Pub June 4rd, 2015 & June 10th, 2015. DSW15-5125 AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: FIDELITY HANDYMAN SERVICES 98635 SURFSIDE AVE. MECCA CA 92254. Riverside County PO BOX 1364, INDIO, CA 92202 Full name of registrant: PEDRO-GARCIA 98635 SURFSIDE AVE MECCA CA 92254. Business is conducted by: CORPORATION. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct.

(A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: PEDRO GARCIA. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on March 31, 2015. Peter Aldana, signed by V. BOYZO-SAUCEDO File No. I-2015-00862 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE).

Pub April 15, 22, 29, May 5, June 3, 10, 17, 24, 2015. DSW15-5089 AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: DESERT SPECIALTY FOODS 36000 CATHEDRAL CANYON DR CATHEDRAL CITY CA 92234. Riverside County PO BOX 1237, CATHEDRAL CITY CA 92235 Full name of registrant: FAUSTINO CORVERA ARIAS 66921 BUENA VISTA AVE DESERT HOT SPRINGS CA 92260.

Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 2001. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: FAUSTINO CORVERA ARIAS. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on April 8, 2015. Peter Aldana, signed

by M. DUENAS File No. I-2015-00927 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE).

Pub April 15, 22, 29, May 5, Jun3 3, 10, 17, 24, 2015. DSW15-5088 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME, CASE NO. PSC 1502049, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 3255 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92263, COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1.

Melanie R. Christmas filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: 1a. Present Name: Alexa Nicole Walters to Proposed Name: Alexa Nicole Christmas 2.THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear

NOTICE OF SALE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE In re Estate of NORMA TRYON, aka NORMA JEAN TRYON, decedent Case No. INP 1400774 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that David James, administrator of the estate of Norma Tryon, will sell at private sale under the terms and conditions specified below, certain real property belonging to the estate of Norma Tryon. The sale will be court confirmation. The hearing for the court confirmation will take place on June 18, 2015 at 8:45 a.m. or as soon thereafter as the case may be heard in Department 1A of the Riverside Superior Court located at 46-­‐200 Oasis Street, Indio, CA 92201.

All bids or offers must be received before 12:00 noon on June 11, 2015, must be in writing, and must be delivered to the administrator, care of his counsel, Joseph F. Hart, at 433 North Camden Drive, Suite 600, Beverly Hills, CA 90210, 310-­‐274-­‐7157.

The property has the street address 83094 Antigua Avenue, Indio, CA 92201-­‐ 6997, and has legal description of Lot 18 of Tract No. 28143-­‐8 R, in the City of Indio, County of Riverside, State of California, as per map recorded in Book 321, pages 17 through 20 of Maps, in the office of the County Recorder of said county.

The property is being sold AS-­‐IS except for title. Terms of the sale are all cash with a deposit of $5,000 or such other amount as the administrator may agree to accept to accompany the offer, and the balance due at the close of escrow, to take place no later than 10 days after court confirmation. Administrator reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Dated: May 15, 2015 Joseph F. Hart, attorney for the administrator.. Pub 5/20, 5/27, 6/3/2015 DSW15-5118 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: WENDY GROSS TWEET RETREAT JEWELRY 10981 SANTA CRUZ ROAD, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: WENDY BONNIE GROSS 10981 SANTA CRUZ ROAD, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 0507-2015. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: WENDY BONNIE GROSS. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on May 11, 2015.

Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R201504620 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub May 13, 20, 27 June 3, 2015. DSW15-5114 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME, CASE NO. RIC 1505318, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 4050 Main St. , (P.O. Box 431) Riverside, CA 92502-0431, COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1.

Jacob Michael Zapata filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: 1a. Present Name: Jacob Michael Zapata Proposed Name: Jacob Michael Contreras 2.THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: June 15, 2015 Time: 8:30 a.m., Dept.: 2, b. The address of the court is: 4050 Main St. , (P.O. Box 431) Riverside, CA 925020431 County of Riverside 3.a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county (specify newspaper): Desert Star Weekly 13-279 Palm Drive, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 Dated: May 5, 2015, Judge of the Superior Court, Pub May 13, 20, 27, June 3, 2015. DSW15-5113 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: MGR TRUCKING 64070 DESERT SAND RD., DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA 92240. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: MARTIN- -GARCIA JR. 64070 DESERT SAND RD., DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA 92240. 2b.

MARTIN- -GARCIA 64105 MOBILE DR., DESERT HOT SPRINGS , CALIFORNIA 92240. Business is conducted by GENERAL PARTNERSHIP: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above . I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: MARTIN GARCIA JR. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on May 11, 2015. Peter Aldana Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder . File No. R-201504598. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub May 13, 20, 27, June 3, 2015. DSW15-5111 AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: Nebula9 , THINGS RARE 36491 Yamas Dr #1507 Wildomar, CA 92595.

Riverside County. Full name of registrant: Partner Maurice-McLeod (Emil) 36491 Yamas Dr #1507 Wildomar CA 92595. 2b. Partner Kimberly-McLeod (Michelle) 36491 Yamas Dr #1507, Wildomar CA 92595. Business is conducted by Married Couple: Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious names) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: Maurice Emil McLeod. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 19, 2015. Larry W. Ward, signed. D. Flores. File No. R-2015-01650. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS AME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub March 11, 18, 25, April 1, May 13, 20, 27, June 3,

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2015. DSW15-5055 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE File No. 7023.112836 Title Order No. NXCA-0173778 APN 646-300-041 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 09/19/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in §5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. Trustor(s): MATTHEW S. PEARCE, A SINGLE PERSON Recorded: 09/21/2005, as Instrument No. 2005-0780563, of Official Records of RIVERSIDE County, California. Date of Sale: 06/23/2015 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: In front of the Corona Civic Center, located at 849 W Sixth Street, Corona, CA The purported property address is: 49010 MARIMBA COURT, LA QUINTA, CA 92253 Assessors Parcel No. 646-300-041 The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $288,815.76. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid, plus interest. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the beneficiary, the Trustor or the trustee. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 877-484-9942 or visit this Internet Web site www.USA-Foreclosure.com or www.Auction.com using the file number assigned to this case 7023.112836. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: June 1, 2015 NORTHWEST TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC., as Trustee Victoria Gutierrez, Authorized Signatory 1241 E. Dyer Road, Suite 250, Santa Ana, CA 92705 Reinstatement and Pay-Off Requests: (866) 387-NWTS THIS OFFICE IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE ORDER # 7023.112836: 06/03/2 015,06/10/2015,06/17/2015. DSW15-5129 T.S. No: CR15-1028 A.P.N: 603-525-002-1 Order No.: 150014579 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 9/2/2014. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may he greater on the day of sale. Trustor: Dia-CJ Better Ways Investments, LLC Duly Appointed Trustee: County Records Research, Inc. Recorded 9/10/2014 as Instrument No. 2014-0343196 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Riverside County, California, and pursuant to the Notice of Default and Election to Sell thereunder recorded 2/5/2015 in Book Page, as Instrument No 2015-0045690 of said Official Records. Date of Sale: 6/24/2015 at 3:00 PM Place of Sale: In front of the building near the flagpoles 849 W. Sixth Street, (Northeast corner of West Sixth Street & South Buena Vista Avenue), Corona, California 92882 Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $80,875.36 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 84120 Avenida Europa, Coachella, CA 92236 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 888-988-6736 or visit this Internet Web site salestrack.sdsf.com, using the file number assigned to this case CR15-1028. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site.

The best way to verity postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale.

Date: 5/20/2015 COUNTY RECORDS RESEARCH, INC. 4952 Warner Avenue #105 Huntington Beach, CA 92649 PHONE : (714) 846-6634 FAX # (714)

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846-3720 Trustee’s Sale Line (888) 988-6736 Sales Website: salestrack.tdsf.com Hoai Phan County Records Research, Inc., Trustee Division TAC: 972909 PUB: 5/27/15, 6/03/15, 6/10/15. DSW15-5124 T.S. No.: 9462-0431 TSG Order No.: 120235137− CΑ−LΜΙ A.P.N.: 603-560-003-1 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 06/09/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NBS Default Services, LLC, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded 06/30/2006 as Document No.: 2006-0476053, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Riverside County, California, executed by: RICARDO L GOMEZ, AND MARIA W GOMEZ, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and state, and as more fully described in the attached legal description. Sale Date & Time: 06/17/2015 at 09:00 AM Sale Location: At the front entrance of the former Corona Police Department at 849 W. Sixth Street, Corona, CA. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 49822 REDONDO PONIENTE, COACHELLA, CA 92236 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $571,338.29 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code.

The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call, 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site, www. nationwideposting.com, for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, T.S.# 9462-0431. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. NBS Default Services, LLC 301 E. Ocean Blvd. Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 800-766-7751 For Trustee Sale Information Log On To: www.nationwideposting.com or Call: 916-939-0772.

NBS Default Services, LLC, Vanessa Gomez, Foreclosure Associate This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

However, if you have received a discharge of the debt referenced herein in a bankruptcy proceeding, this is not an attempt to impose personal liability upon you for payment of that debt. In the event you have received a bankruptcy discharge, any action to enforce the debt will be taken against the property only. LEGAL DESCRIPTION LOT 3 OF TRACT NO. 30831, IN THE CITY OF COACHELLA, AS SHOWN BY MAP ON FILE IN BOOK 389, PAGE 37-41 OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF RIVERSIDE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA. NPP0248476 To: DESERT STAR WEEKLY 05/27/2015, 06/03/2015, 06/10/2015.

DSW15-5123 TSG No.: 730-1407261-70 TS No.: CA1400264548 FHA/VA/PMI No.: APN: 623-320-015-6 Property Address: 46555 QUAIL RUN DRIVE INDIAN WELLS , CA 92210 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 08/18/2004. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 06/16/2015 at 09:00 A.M., VERIPRISE PROCESSING SOLUTIONS LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 08/27/2004, as Instrument No. 2004-0681671, in book NA, page NA, , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of RIVERSIDE County, State of California, executed by: RICHARD W BARNES AND JANIS K BARNES, HUSBAND AND WIFE, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (Payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States) AT THE FRONT ENTRANCE OF THE FORMER CORONA POLICE DEPARTMENT AT 849 W. SIXTH STREET, CORONA, CA. All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: AS MORE FULLY DEaSCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST APN# 623-320-015-6 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 46555 QUAIL RUN DRIVE , INDIAN WELLS , CA 92210 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein.

Said sale will be made, but without covenant or

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warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $812,718.79. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust has deposited all documents evidencing the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust and has declared all sums secured thereby immediately due and payable, and has caused a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be executed. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (916)9390772 or visit this Internet Web http://search. nationwideposting.com/propertySearchTerms. aspx, using the file number assigned to this case CA1400264548 Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Date: VERIPRISE PROCESSING SOLUTIONS LLC 750 Hwy 121 BYP STE 100 Lewisville, TX 75067 VERIPRISE PROCESSING SOLUTIONS LLC IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE Signature Printed Named FOR TRUSTEES SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL (916)939-0772NPP0247947 To: DESERT STAR WEEKLY 05/27/2015, 06/03/2015, 06/10/2015 DSW15-5122 APN: 642-214-012-4 TS No: CA08006685-14-1 TO No: 95306776 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED September 3, 2013. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On June 22, 2015 at 09:00 AM, in front of the Corona Civic Center, 849 W. Sixth Street, Corona, CA 92882, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as the duly Appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust recorded on September 11, 2013, as Instrument No. 2013-0443735, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Riverside County, California, executed by DAVID VERNON PICKERING, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, as Trustor(s), in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. as nominee for AMERICAN FINANCIAL NETWORK INC as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”.

The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 13566 QUINTA WAY, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $158,687.24 (Estimated). However, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse.

Notice to Potential Bidders If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a Trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a Trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult

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either of these resources, you should be aware that the same Lender may hold more than one mortgage or Deed of Trust on the property. Notice to Property Owner The sale date shown on this Notice of Sale may be postponed one or more times by the Mortgagee, Beneficiary, Trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about Trustee Sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call In Source Logic at 702-659-7766 for information regarding the Trustee’s Sale or visit the Internet Web site address listed below for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, CA08006685-14-1. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: May 18, 2015 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA08006685-14-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 949-252-8300 TDD: 866-660-4288 Amy Lemus, Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.insourcelogic.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: In Source Logic AT 702-659-7766 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. ORDER NO. CA15001340-1, PUB DATES: 05/27/2015, 06/03/2015, 06/10/2015. DSW15-5121 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-14633698-JP Order No.: 730-1404917-70 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 7/31/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): Joaquin Alejo, a married man as his sole &amp; separate property Recorded: 8/4/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0576784 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of RIVERSIDE County, California; Date of Sale: 6/24/2015 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: 2410 Wardlow Road #104, Corona, CA 92880, in the Auction.com Room Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $244,385.32 The purported property address is: 34179 ANITA WAY, RANCHO MIRAGE, CA 92270-0000 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 673-272-052-6 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.

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NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800-280-2832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-14-633698-JP . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800-280-2832 Or Login to: http:// www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp.

TS No.: CA-14-633698-JP IDSPub #0083522 5/27/2015 6/3/2015 6/10/2015. DSW15-5120 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-15657316-JP Order No.: 10-8-477939 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/20/2008. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): JUAN G. DE LA TORRE AND YOLANDA DE LA TORRE, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 4/1/2008 as Instrument No. 2008-0160693 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of RIVERSIDE County, California; Date of Sale: 6/24/2015 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: 2410 Wardlow Road #104, Corona, CA 92880, in the Auction.com Room Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $302,438.11 The purported property address is: 12482 SUMAC DRIVE, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 642-

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043-001-6 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800-280-2832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-15-657316-JP . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800-280-2832 Or Login to: http:// www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp.

TS No.: CA-15-657316-JP IDSPub #0083197 5/27/2015 6/3/2015 6/10/2015. DSW15-5117 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-14654394-CL Order No.: 730-1408626-70 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 8/12/2008. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured

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by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): Beatriz A Cruz and Jorge Cruz, husband and wife Recorded: 8/20/2008 as Instrument No. 20080460403 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of RIVERSIDE County, California; Date of Sale: 6/10/2015 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: In front of the Corona Civic Center, 849 W. Sixth Street, Corona, CA 92882 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $218,559.96 The purported property address is: 69045 OVERLOOK DR, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 644270-028-7 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-730-2727 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-14-654394-CL . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Or Login to: http:// www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp.

TS No.: CA-14-654394-CL IDSPub #0082672 5/20/2015 5/27/2015 6/3/2015. DSW15-5107-

Traffic circle project to close intersection

By Desert Star Staff PALM DESERT, CA.– On Monday, June 15, the intersection of California Drive, Michigan Avenue, and Avenue of the States will be closed as construction begins on a new traffic circle there. The traffic circle, also known as a roundabout, will offer improved pedestrian access and lighting while reducing vehicle speed at the busy intersection.

The first change motorists will notice is on Wednesday, June 10, when streetlights at the intersection will go dark as part

of Southern California Edison’s work on the project. Motorists are encouraged to use extra caution when traveling through the area at night between June 10 and the intersection’s closure on June 15.

In the interests of safety and to minimize the length of traffic impacts from construction, California Drive, Michigan Avenue and Avenue of the States will be completely closed at the intersection for approximately eight weeks. A partial closure could have compromised safety and doubled the length of the

project to 16 weeks. Work has been scheduled during the summer, when traffic is lightest, to further reduce the inconvenience to neighboring residents and businesses.

Detour signs will direct motorists away from the closed intersection to other routes including Hovley Lane East, Fred Waring Drive, Warner Trail, California Drive, and Idaho Street.

The work is related to the construction of Carlos Ortega Villas, a new senior community being built on a nearby site.

Designed as a net zero project, one that generates as much energy as it uses, the 72-unit complex is on schedule to be completed in late 2015.

The $288,000 cost of the traffic circle is included in the Carlos Ortega Villas project, which is being paid for with funds from the former Palm Desert Redevelopment Agency.

It is anticipated that the traffic circle will be completed and the roads reopened in mid-August.

For more information, please call 760-346-0611, ext. 450.

Family Services Of The Desert/Food Now golf tournament raises twenty thousand dollars

By Desert Star Staff (PALM SPRINGS, CA) – Ninety golfers teed up today at the 6th Annual Family Services of the Desert/Food Now Charity Golf Tournament held at the Escena Golf Club.

The charity event was a huge success raising more than

$20,000 (twenty thousand dollars) for one of the desert’s oldest charities.

Founded in 1959, Family Services of the Desert has provided mental health counseling, anger management and parenting education to approximately 400 families. Counseling services

benefit families and children involved in child abuse cases.

Food Now, located in Desert Hot Springs, distributes approximately six hundred thousand pounds of food (600,000) to more than 1,500 families every year. Two thirds of the food distributed is fruits and

vegetables. All services provided are designed to strengthen families.

Cost to enter the golf tournament was $75 per person.

Prizes included a new car for a hole-in-one; other prizes for Low Team Score, Putting Score and Longest Drives.

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A Course in Miracles discussion and study group. Every Friday at 4 p.m. at 67735 Loma Vista Rd. For info 805-440-9149.

Elks Charity Bingo 2 Sessions every Tuesday: Doors open 4pm Each session $10 buy in. 64878 Pierson Blvd-open to public (760) 329-6444

CATHEDRAL CITY

Cabaret onthe Greenopen mic signers every Sat. from 7:30-10p.m. at 36200 Date Palm Dr. For more info 760-202-1111.

Zumba Gold A go at your pace, Latin dance inspired exercise class. Every Monday (9:30-10:30am) Christina 760-321-1548 or Tim 760-2598 Wii Bowling Games Every Monday (1-2 p.m.) – Christina 760-321-1548 or Tim 760-2598 Mahjong an ancient tile game that involves concentration and fun!

Every Monday (10-12pm) In. Christina 760-321-1548 or Tim 760-2598 Bunco. A dice game that will have you laughing, and yelling “Crapper” when you lose! And even the losers walk away winners! Every Tuesday (1-4pm)

RANCHO MIRAGE

ACLU of Southern CA/Desert Chapter Speakers Forum Sunday, June 7th 1:00-3:00PM at the Universalist Unitarian Church of the Desert

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A Course in Miracles Discussion and Study Group! On Wednesdays from Noon- 6 p.m. at 48769 Andorra. For info, 760564-4853 2nd Annual Coachella Valley Improv/Comedy Festival July 10, 11,12. More Infor. www. coachellaimprovfest. weebly.com Open Air Market every Wed-Sat 4pm10pm Riverside County Fairgrounds 800-222-7457

JOSHUA TREE Heart & Soul: The

Musical 3133 Balsa Ave. 5pm-8pm more info. transititionjoshuatree@gmail.com 10th Annual Fall Joshua Tree Music Festivals Oct. 8-11 Joshua Tree RV Lake Campground www. joshuatreemusicfestival. com/tickets.html Compiled by Clarissa Ayala

S P O RT S Aztecs Fall Short of Return to Dodgers Stadium

BY DANIEL MARINELLI

Redondo Beach – After losing in the 2014 championship game at Dodger Stadium, the Aztecs had all the motivation they needed to get right back to the Southern California baseball landmark this season.

The team lost minimal talent from last year’s squad and brought back multiple players set to play for collegiate teams once they graduate. Yet, with a stacked roster, extrinsic motivation and two, stud pitchers – Andrew Bash and Jeremiah Estrada – Palm Desert could not hold off a top-ranked Redondo Union Sea Hawk team in the 2015 CIF quarterfinals.

In the top of the third inning, the Aztecs struck first blood when a Bash double scored Travis Moniot (University of Oregon) from first base. Up 1-0, with the bases loaded, senior Steven Schuknecht smashed a clutch RBI single. Cody Finley, the runner on second, got thrown out trying to score and the Aztecs walked off the field with the 2-0 lead.

In just his sophomore year, Estrada has turned into a stud ace for the Aztecs. In 13 appearances, the UCLA commit went 10-2 and had three complete games. Additionally, the phenom ended the year with

a 0.31 ERA, 76 strikeouts and 68 innings pitched. Despite all his achievements, the stage might have been a bit too big for the young man.

Estrada started the game but he did not last until the end. In the bottom frame of the same inning, the Sea Hawks came roaring back in a big way. Redondo Union scored four runs, knocking Estrada out of the game.

“It wasn’t like they were hitting him,” Aztecs head coach Darol Salazar said in a post-game intrview. “It was too many bases on balls, and then a key hit. It hurts.”

Bash came in to pitch to try

to keep the Aztecs in the game, and with no outs, did a solid job in a tough situation. The senior gave up one walk, however, and the deficit extended to 5-2.

After giving up another run in the bottom of the fourth, the Aztecs tried to muster up one last comeback. Palm Desert added another run in the top of the when a Beau Berryhill double scored Johnny Cuevas to bring the DVL champs to within three.

The Aztecs had the heart of the order batting in the top of the seventh but went quietly.

“One of our strengths all year has been our pitching, and we just couldn’t throw strikes today,”

Coach Salazar said after the game. “It’s hard to come back in the playoffs when you get four runs behind, but they battled all the way, and I’m proud of them for that.”

The Aztecs did battle, and they battled all season. They might not have reached the championship, which in the eyes of the Aztecs is a lost season, but it was still successful overall.

Palm Desert won league for the seventh consecutive year, lost only on game and won over 25 – it was a great year.

For more on sports in the Coachella Valley, follow Dan on Twitter @dsmarine7

By Desert Star Staff While obstacles can get in the way of pursuing your intended goals, if you’re resourceful, they can also present an opportunity to forge a new path.

For Lani Hall Alpert, Grammy Award-winning vocalist-turnedauthor, this sentiment hits close to home. At the peak of her success in the mid-’80s, Alpert contracted a debilitating case of Chronic fatigue syndrome, also known as the Epstein-Barr virus, forcing the singer to take a reprieve from performing. In spite of losing the physical energy required to sing and perform onstage, Alpert turned to writing to express herself artistically.

In Alpert’s new audiobook, “Emotional Memoirs & Short Stories,” she deals with this debilitating period of her life, as well as themes like depression, adultery and self-preservation, in stories both fictional and autobiographical. The book is set to a score that includes music

by her husband, music legend Herb Alpert.

Lani Hall Alpert, whose musical career was temporarily put on hold by a health crisis, is certainly an expert on turning hurdles into personal triumphs.

She’s now focusing on sharing her story, which she hopes will inspire others to do likewise.

Everyone’s stumbling blocks are unique, but here are three positive changes that Alpert made in her own life to improve her situation.

• Accept change: Life is about changes. Sometimes they will affect your interpersonal relationships, and sometimes they will affect your health or finances. Defining those changes, speaking about them, and being true to them are the keys to being happy in the face of change.

• Find your therapy: If you’re going through a hard time, figure out what will help you to self-actualize. For some it may be to create art, for others it’s

to achieve physical fitness or acquire knowledge. Everyone has his or her own healing mechanism, and if you’re lucky, it will choose you.

“When I couldn’t sing, writing helped empty myself of the worry and fear that I was experiencing,” says Alpert. “I have always used creativity to find my own truth.”

• Be skeptical: When you are most vulnerable, it can be easy to place your complete trust in a therapist or other person, practice or institution that is meant to be beneficial. But not all such relationships or resources are healthy. Be skeptical until you know you are in good hands.

More information about the book, which is available on iTunes and Amazon, can be found at www.lanihallalpert.com.

When stumbling blocks get in your path, don’t trip up. These moments can be the perfect occasion to break your own mold. (StatePoint)

Don’t Get Tripped Up By Life’s Stumbling Blocks

Blythe River blues festival honored B.B. King

By Carolyn W. Gaines & Photos By Alfonso Murray B.B. King’s fans were excited and amazed to hear reallife moments about the King of Blues from blues guitarist legend Roy Gaines and his daughter Carolyn and the Kings daughter Shirley.

Carolyn said,” B.B. King let my dad, and me sit on his stage during his Hollywood Bowl performance. Shirley and I went to shop at Angel View in Palm Springs. Shirley likes to shop at Goodwill.” Carolyn shared with the audience the proclamation from Los Angeles Council member Bernard Parks gave her to present to Buddy Guy, Roy Gaines, and B.B. King. Gaines recalled all three awards have been in her closet for three years.

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Carolyn Gaines performed a couple of Life Time Grammy winner Buddy Guy’s songs called ‘Feels Like Rain’ and ‘Guess What’. Many of the blues fans said,’’ Carolyn Gaines sounded like the late Etta James.” James Brown niece Mickey Brown honored her uncle the God Father of Soul. Grace Quist who is Miss Blythe 2015 sung the National Anthem. Young talented teen, guitarist Christone ‘’Kingfish’’ Ingram sang the hard blues sounding like the late great Bobby Blue Bland. Deacon Jones and Fran Banish show was looking out for the blues fans.”

Eric Gales Band was the closing act; his group was unique with a lot of fire.

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Modern twist to classic drama in Old Globe West Coast Premiere

By Jack Lyons Theatre and Film Critic Just as there are horses for courses, as they say in the racing game, there are actors for roles in the theatre game and Lauren Blumenfeld is the actor for the title role in The Old Globe’s West Coast Premiere of “Rich Girl” hands down.

Henry James’ novel Washington Square, which became the stage and screen classic The Heiress, has now been smartly and sharply updated by Victoria Stewart into a modern-day, clever exploration of the mother-daughter, lovehate relationship, set against the backdrop of money – lots of it - dishing up a tasty feast for the actors called “Rich Girl” (and no, we’re not talking Paris Hilton).

Solidly directly by James Vasquez, The Old Globe’s Sheila and Harvey White stage features four talented actors playing four interesting characters that draw one into the vortex of a play you thought you knew only to find yourself forgetting all about that dark old drama from the past.

Yes, Olivia de Havilland was marvelous in the 1949 movie with a story suited to the culture of its time. But we’re now ensconced, for better or worse, in the 21st century and the events that capture the imagination of today’s audiences often reflect comedy and drama with a dash of the absurd all tossed into the mix in a single production. It’s a way of keeping audiences on their toes; waiting to find out happens at the end.

“Rich Girl” features a sensational Lauren Blumenfeld as Claudine, the geeky, gangly, sweet and introverted daughter of mega star TV personality Eve Walker (Meg Gibson). Eve, the doyen of a successful wealth and management foundation has it all, except time for her underachieving daughter Claudine who is withering in the

shadow of her famous mother.

Rather than interact with her daughter Eve assigns that chore to her personal assistant Maggie (Carolyn Michelle Smith) a savvy and empathetic friend of Claudine. Maggie acts as a surrogate therapist and business mentor to Claudine who is struggling to become a person of her own while working in the family business. Clever Maggie continues to enjoy the personal relationship she has with both Eve and Claudine, despite Eve’s maddening, at times, bad behavior concerning Claudine.

Into this triangle of women in business seeking more out of life comes JD Taylor as Henry, a young, theatrical director in search of funds for a project he has been trying to produce.

Red flags immediately spring up around Eve, but not for Claudine who is overwhelmed by all of Henry’s attention to her.

Maggie is waiting to see what develops between Claudine and the handsome hunk Henry before she makes up her mind as to what’s really happening. But Eve is already onto the opportunistic pseudo-suitor Henry.

Playwright Stewart’s adroit retelling of the James novel concerning the conundrum of whether love and money can ever coexist, especially when it comes to the romantic love choices made by children of wealthy parents, is particularly compelling in “Rich Girl”. Does the phrase “I’m only doing this for your own good”, sound familiar?

Bette Davis, as Charlotte Vail heard it from her wealthy mother Gladys Cooper in ‘Now Voyager’.

When Joan Crawford as Mildred Pierce utters the phrase, to Anne Blythe there were real dire consequences at stake. Mother love can be a two-edge sword.

The talented cast are a delight to watch as each actor gets his or her moment to shine, however, the bulb that burns brightest is

Lauren Blumenfeld as Claudine and JD Taylor as Henry. Photo by Jim Cox turned on by the performance of Lauren Blumenfeld who grows from an introverted twenty something into a confident adult businesswoman. It’s an astonishing transformational arc to watch unfold on a stage.

Her focus and in-the-moment performance is riveting in its nuances especially in the chilling denouement at the end. It’s great stuff.

Director James Vasquez has staged his production in the round with nice pacing and good traffic management. However, if I

had to be picky about this splendid production it would be to ask the actors not to drop their voices when they’re just two or three words from the end of their speeches. I realize we’re no more than twenty feet from the stage, but we are watching a performance in the round.

Someone at some time will have their back to the audience. We don’t want the audience to miss any of those dialogue gems or those emotional moments.

In the technical department: Scenic Designer Wilson Chin’s

circular stage area is sleek, spare, and functional. It even allows for Meg Gibson to interact with the audience when she is on her TV program. Amanda Zieve’s lighting design complements the costumes of Shirley Pierson, along with original music and sound design by Lindsay Jones, and the video design of Mark Holmes and Paul Peterson.

“Rich Girl” performs on The Old Globe Sheryl and Harvey White Stage and runs through June 21, 2015.

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(from left) Meg Gibson as Eve, Lauren Blumenfeld as Claudine, and JD Taylor as Henry.

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rom “just-because” gatherings to birthday blowouts and major holidays, you’ll have everything you need to personalize your party with these quick party tricks.

Follow easy drop-by-drop QuickCount flavor recipes to make unique flavor-infused desserts, like Horchata Cupcakes and Coconut Creme Brulee Cookies and 30 more unique recipes.

Use individual flavor concentrates such as Champagne, Sweet Meyer Lemon, Fresh Basil, Warm Cinnamon Graham, Juicy Peach, Salted Caramel, Creamy Vanilla Custard and Toasted Coconut to infuse icing, filling and cake batter with unique tastes, or combine them to create your own unique flavor combinations.

Decorate with Color

Color adds a pop of personality to any party.

Kick it up a notch with a customized color palette that matches your unique party theme.

Use the new Wilton Color Right Color System to take the guesswork out of coloring icing, fondant, cake batter and other treats. You can easily mix the colors you need to coordinate sweet treats to match your party decor.

Unlike traditional food coloring, the Wilton Color Right performance color system includes eight bottles of ultra-concentrated base color and precise QuickCount color formulas to make mixing and matching color a piece of cake.

QuickCount color formulas show you drop by drop how to whip up precise shades of color to match unique party decor, logos and themed character cakes. Plus, new color formulas are added to www.Wilton.com and you can create custom colors.

Another impressive, yet easy, decorating trick is a three color icing swirl, which is easy to achieve using the new Color Swirl Tri-Color Coupler. It’s quick, easy and looks professional.

Display Your Way

Now that your treats are personalized for the party, it’s time to show them off. The Display Your Way Cupcake Stand is fit for any occasion. The fillable core is perfect for incorporating fun party details like ribbon, candy and even matching napkins. The adjustable treat tower serves five to 25 cupcakes, so you can display the perfect number of treats for your guests.

Similarly, the Display Your Way cake stand has a customizable center compartment that makes it fun and easy to match your party from top to bottom. Fill the center compartment with unique details like graduation tassels, photographs or other unique party elements. Use the clear side sleeve to fit a ribbon or craft paper around the side.

From graduations, birthdays and anniversaries to major holidays and other celebrations, each occasion calls for something special. With these handy party tips and tools, you’ll always be prepared, making it easier than ever to personalize your party.

Find more party-worthy recipes and decorating tricks at www.Wilton.com.

Bake with Flavor

Just like color, you can mix and match flavor to bake delicious flavor-infused treats. The Wilton Treatology Flavor System makes it easy to infuse treats with unexpected yet perfectly-paired flavors, like these Fruity Cereal Pinwheel Cookies.

Simple Swirls

For an easy way to make impressive cupcakes topped with a two- or three-color swirl, there’s a new tool to help make less mess and create more consistent results.

Wilton’s Color Swirl Tri-Color Coupler joins two or three decorating bags using flat-sided coupler pieces that connect, creating a flush seam with a snug fit, allowing you to use up to three colors to create cleaner, more defined multi-color icing swirls.

To learn how to add this sweet and colorful concept to your next party, visit the Wilton Blog at www.wilton.com/blog.

Fruity Cereal Pinwheel Cookies Makes about 3 1/2 dozen cookies.

3 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 1 egg 3/4 teaspoon Wilton Treatology Sweet Meyer Lemon Flavor Concentrate 1 drop Wilton Pink Color Right Performance Color 1/4 teaspoon Wilton Treatology Fresh Basil Flavor Concentrate 1 drop Wilton Blue Color Right Performance Color 4 drops Wilton Yellow Color Right Performance Color

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In large bowl, stir together flour, salt and baking powder.

In separate large bowl, beat butter and sugar with electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add egg; beat well.

Add flour mixture and beat on low until just combined.

Divide dough in half. Return half of dough to mixing bowl.

Beat in Sweet Meyer Lemon Flavor and Pink Color Right Color. Return remaining half of dough to clean mixing bowl; beat in Fresh Basil Flavor and Blue and Yellow Color Right Colors.

On parchment paper, roll dough into two 14-by-12-inch rectangles, about 1/8-inch thick.

Lightly brush basil dough with water. Place lemon dough onto basil dough; peel away parchment. Gently roll dough with rolling pin and trim uneven edges with sharp knife.

Using parchment, roll dough into very tight log. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate 3 hours or overnight.

Heat oven to 350°F. Slice logs into 1/4-inch slices. Space two inches apart on parchment-lined cookie sheet.

Bake 14–16 minutes, or until edges of cookies are dry. Cool on pan 5 minutes on cooling grid.

Remove from pan; cool completely on grid.

Note: You can vary food colors in dough for different cookie color combinations.

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