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Crime Blotter PALM SPRINGS – A $2,500 reward is being offered for the return of 14 desert tortoises and one turtle stolen from the Moorten Botanical Gardens last weekend. The tortoises and turtle were taken sometime between 6:00 p.m. Saturday and 7:00 a.m. Sunday (July 28-29) when owner Clark Moorten arrived and noticed them missing. The animals were taken from two pens inside the garden near the entrance located at 1701 S. Palm Canyon. Anyone with information about the tortoises should call the Palm Springs Police Department at 760- 323-8116.
DESERT HOT SPRINGS – The DHS Police Department is looking for information about a shooting that occurred on Sunday, July 29 at approximately 11:30 p.m. in the area of Ironwood and El Cajon drives. Two male adults suffered gunshot wounds and were transported to Desert Regional Medical Center where they were treated and released. The suspect vehicle is described as a dark colored Chevorlet Impala. Police are treating this incident as an attempted murder case. Call 760-329-2904 ext. 330, if you have any information.
City Beat
COD Now Accepting Firefighter Academy Applications Huge Need for Trained Firefighters Statewide By Jackie Devereaux PALM DESERT, CA— Have you ever wanted to be a firefighter? Now’s your chance. The College of the Desert (COD) has received approval from the California State Fire Marshall’s Office to start a fully accredited Basic Firefighter Academy beginning January 2013 at the new Roy Wilson Fire Training Center in Thousand Palms. Applications are being accepted immediately. “ The course is designed to be completed in two semesters (Spring and Fall 2013),” said John Jaramillo, Dean of Applied Science and Business at COD. The COD Basic Firefighter Academy is designed for working students with evening classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays and day time classes on Saturdays throughout the two semesters. The firefighter program is constructed to provide students with a basic knowledge of fire service operations and to provide entry-level skills required by most fire departments. College units earned can be applied to an associate’s degree. Upon successful completion of the academy,
students will be eligible to receive their State of California Firefighter I Certificate. There are several prerequisites an applicant must meet before being approved to the fire academy. First, you must be 18 years old or older to apply; second, be in possession of a current California EMT certification; and third, be in possession of a transcript of FIT 1 (Fire Protection Organization) or college level equivalent; fourth, you must possess a current Physical Abilities Test Certificate (Biddle or CPAT) completed one within nine months prior to the first day of the academy. There are no exceptions to this prerequisite so get your Biddle or CPAT certificate today! Applications to the fire academy are available on the COD website www. collegeofthedeser t.edu by clicking Academic Programs, Fire Technology, State Fire Marshall Training (Basic Firefighter Academy). According to Chris Madigan, Director of COD’s Public Safety Academy, the State Fire Marshall’s accreditation is a major milestone in the Coachella Valley’s ability to fully train its very own ready-for-hire firefighters.
Change In Command Ceremony
Up until this point local students interested in attending an accredited Basic Fire Academy had to drive as far as Riverside and beyond to attend classes. Local hiring agencies often found it necessary to fill Firefighter vacancies from out of the area with the result too often being a short-term employee and constant turnover. Director Madigan said this program will not only address the high rate of east county population growth and increasing demand for services, but will also serve to strengthen the value of existing EMT and Basic Peace Officer Training programs currently offered at COD. For more information, go to www. collegeofthedesert.edu or call the Fire Academy Coordinator Ignacio Otter at 760 346-8041 or by email iotero@ collegeofthedesert.edu.
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DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA – The City of Desert Hot Springs invites the public and honored guests to attend the Change in Command Ceremony from Police Chief Patrick Williams to Police Chief-designate Kate Singer on Thursday, Aug. 9 at 4:00 p.m. at the Desert Hot Springs High School located at 65850 Pierson Blvd. A reception with light refreshments will follow the ceremony where Police Chief-designate Kate Singer will be sworn in as the new city police chief. Police Chief Williams will be resigning on Aug. 13 to accept a police chief position in Petaluma, CA.
Music Worth Buying.................. 6 Family Health............................ 7 Body, Mind & Spirit................... 8 Living Longer............................. 9 Happenings............................. 10 Dining Out............................... 11
features Artist in Profile...................12-13 At the Movies.......................... 14
City Has Already Has Started Its Street Improvements
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DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA – The City of Desert Hot Springs has partnered with the Palm Springs Unified School District to provide safe means of access to schools in the city through the California Department of Transportation (CalTrans) Safe Routes to School (SR2S) Program. The city already has started its $243,712.00 street improvements on 4th Street as part of the City’s Safe Routes to
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School Cycle 9 Program. This includes improvements to the curb, gutter and sidewalks on the north side of 4th Street and the construction of sidewalks that are missing on the south side of 4th Street. Improvements will provide sidewalks on both sides of 4th Street from West Drive to Cholla Drive. The street improvements will greatly benefit the school children walking to the new Community Health and Wellness Center, Edward Wenzlaff
Elementar y School, and the Desert Hot Springs High School. House of construction are 6:00 a.m to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Improvements are expected to be complete by Aug. 31. The program is being funded with 90 percent state funds and 10 percent city funds, coming from the city’s Capital Improvement fund. For information, contact Public Works Manager 760-3296411, ext 216.
NiteLife...............................16-17 Astrological Affects.................. 18 Safety Awareness................... 19 Classifieds............................... 20 Gardening Guru...................... 22
Cover art “Girl in Green After Shower” acrylic painting by Malcolm Doran
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Society & Events
The Star’s Desert By Frances Allen
Fabulous Palm Springs Follies
Fabulous Palm Springs Follies The Fabulous Palm Springs Follies, the best feel-good, live, on-stage musical performance anywhere; and it’s as close as the historic Plaza Theatre in downtown Palm Springs. For the past 21 years, the Follies, under the ever-watchful eyes of impresario and cofounder, Rif Markowitz, has presented a worldfamous, Broadway-caliber celebration of the music, dance and comedy of Mid-Century America with a cast old enough to have lived it. Each year, for more than a generation, the Fabulous Palm Springs Follies promises a more spectacular show with each successive season. For more than a generation they have delivered on their promise, as legendary guest stars and international vaudeville acts join the Follies’ world-renowned chorus line of Long-Legged Lovelies and Follies Gentlemen, all ranging in age from 54 to 83, for lavish production
numbers while decked out in elegant, handmade costumes from the Follies’ million-dollar wardrobe department. The Follies has just announced the musical theme for its 22nd season. It’s called “Dance to the Music,” and it is sure to bring back memories of running home after school to watch Dick Clark and “American Bandstand” as new songs were performed by teen-age idols. Those times can be re-lived beginning Nov. 1, as the Follies dance to the music from the Stroll to the Twist to Disco. In addition to an all-new production, the folks in the Follies’ back office have crafted five new ways to enhance your visit. These range from savings on early ticket purchases; Annual Passports to the Follies as one visit is never enough; enhanced frequent-guest awards; dinner with the cast; and, main floor seating in the theater from just $29. The curtain goes up on the Follies’ 22nd season on Nov. l with celebrated vocalist Lorna Luft singing the songs made popular by her mother, Judy Garland. Ms. Luft, a Palm Springs resident, will perform through Dec. 31. The Follies is dark the first week in January, but returns Jan. 8 with headliner Lou Christe (“Lightnin Strikes”), who will perform through Mar. 9. Following Christie, and back by popular demand, Lesley Gore (“It’s My Party”) will reprise her many hits between Mar. 12 and the final curtain of the season on May 19. More information is available by calling 760-327-0225. Do your part in proving Billie Burke’s famous quote: “Age doesn’t matter unless you’re a cheese.”
McCallum Theater Adds Nine Shows It didn’t take long for Mitch Gershenfeld, the recently appointed president and CEO of the McCallum Theatre, to put his stamp on the range of entertainment that will be available to Coachella Valley residents beginning the end of August. Rather than have the theater dark until November or late October, Gershenfeld has announced the addition of nine shows to the McCallum schedule. First off the mark as the season’s opener is Steve Martin and his Steep Canyon Rangers bluegrass band on Aug. 1, followed a week later by the locally popular Pink Martini. But it is the addition of some alternative music to the program that has caught the attention of some theater-goers. Historically, the McCallum has featured touring Broadway shows, one-person shows or pop concerts. But, perhaps taking the lead from the enormously successful Coachella and Stagecoach festivals, Gershenfeld has booked some alternative entertainment with a couple of performers who have previously taken the stage at the Coachella and Stage festivals. One impressive ‘get’ is a Nov. 16 performance by Jackie Evancho, the now 12-year-old gifted operatic singer who is now marketing herself as a “crossover” artist. Gershenfeld acknowledged that Evancho commands fees higher than that paid by the McCallum, and even with high-end ticket prices ($40-$129) there would not be enough income generated by the performance to cover all costs. Local philanthropist and McCallum Theatre board member, Joanne McGrath, stepped up to the sponsorship-window, assuring Evancho and Gershenfeld that the pre-teen’s performance would end up in the black without her having to sing in a casino saloon. Other artists performing early at the
McCallum are Conjunto Primevera (Sept. 1); Mike Birbilia (Sept. 22); Wilco (Sept. 28); Smokey Robinson (Oct. 26); Charlie Zaa (Oct. 27); and Shelby Lynne (Nov. 3).
Eisenhower Medical Center – A Beautiful Thing Kudos and a tip of the golden bedpan to Eisenhower Medical Center in Rancho Mirage. This medical facility, the only non-profit hospital in the Valley, has just been named the second most beautiful hospital in the nation. The award, based on 170,000 votes cast – Eisenhower garnered just over 39,000 votes - was awarded by Soliant Health, a nationwide provider of healthcare staffers. In citing the attributes involved in making the selection, Eisenhower’s design was said to “incorporates evidence-based processes (whatever that means) into each patient room.” And, in describing the junior-suiteat-a-Hilton look, noted that the hospital had “central pavilions with refined color palettes and Renaissance-based art.” Only one other hospital in California made the top 20. The proud first-place winner: Martha Jefferson Hospital in Charlottesville, N.C.
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Travel
Galactic Virgin, Magical Cruises & Jay Leno By Sherman Fridman
Virgin America Goes Galactic Rememb er when “getting there was half the fun.” Airplane travel was glamorous, seats were four across with an aisle down the middle, food was actually prepared on board and you didn’t have to take off your shoes before walking through a full-body scan.
Virgin Galactic, spearheaded by Sir Richard Branson’s Virgin Group, is the world’s first commercial ‘spaceline’ and will carry people and payloads to space on sub-orbital flights allowing for an out-of-the-seat zero-gravity experience. No t o n l y w i l l t h e t r i p o f f e r astounding views of earth from the blackness of space, the trip qualifies passengers for astronaut status. Plus, you needn’t pay to use the toilet, as of yet,
Jay Leno serves as Grand Marshall of the Harley Davidson Love Ride
Virgin goes galactic While security measures are not the airlines’ fault, the unseemly competition engaged in by air carriers to squeezing the last dime from economy passengers over and above the base ticket price is remarkable for ingenuity and spin, i.e. “We’re giving passengers a greater choice.” I do not want to make a choice to pay for using the toilet on an airplane, as one European discount airline has proposed; nor do I want to fly standing, harnessed to a vertical contraption so that more passengers can be shoveled into the aircraft like cows to market, as that same airline has also proposed. And, what’s happened to frequent f lyer prog rams? The y now are s o complex, featuring multiple levels of participation and ‘rewards,’ that a PhD in mathematics is necessary to decipher them. Virgin America is a prime example with, by my count, 14 different perks spread out among three tiers of frequent flyer membership. But, Virgin America is not the only carrier guilty of this practice; we are singling out Virgin America because it has just announced a frequent flyer award that other airlines will find impossible to match. The Virgin frequent flyer who accumulates the most points between August 8, 2012 and August 7, 2013 will earn the ultimate reward: A sub-orbital space flight on Virgin Galactic.
Rich Block, Master Magician there is none aboard the space vehicle.
Magical Crystal Cruises Not quite ready to experience the magical effects of zero gravity? Not to worry; the wizards at Crystal Cruises – voted the world’s best large-ship cruise line for the 17th consecutive year by the readers of Travel + Leisure magazine – have cast a
magical spell over their two ships and are bringing magicians from the renowned private magicians’ club, Hollywood’s Magic Castle, to entertain aboard both the Crystal Symphony and Crystal Serenity for the balance of their 13 ultra-luxe European cruises this year, and on every voyage in 2013. Crystal Cruises is known for providing guests a diverse selection of thoughtprovoking, scholarly and sophisticated enrichment activities that provide extensive on-board choices for cultured world travelers. However, this time there’s an added twist. Like the Magic Castle itself, entrance to the on-board magic performances is by “invitation-only,” with advance, complimentary “invitations” available in the ship’s library. Guests can choose from multiple, half-hour performances over the course of several nights. Come show-time, guests enter a special entrance to find one of the ship’s lounges transformed into the mysterious spirit of the Victorian-era Magic Castle, with flameless candles, lighting, music, murals, bookshelves and magic movies from the 1920’s. Attendance at each show is limited to 25 guests, so audience members are privy to an extraordinary upclose look at sleight-of-hand magic tricks and bewitching hocus pocus. And the magical experience doesn’t end with the cruise. The invitations received onboard can be exchanged for one-time access to the real Magic Castle in Hollywood.
Jay Leno on Love Ride for HarleyDavidson Those who like their travel experience to be on two wheels can join comedian Jay Leno
The Love Ride is the longestrunning motorcycle fundraising event in the world as he serves as Grand Marshal of the HarleyDavidson Love Ride on Sunday, Oct. 21, to benefit the USO and their veterans programs in 160 locations in 27 states. This year’s ride, which will be held at Castaic Lake, CA, marks the 29th anniversary of the Love Ride, founded in 1984 by Oliver Shokouh, owner of Harley-Davidson of Glendale. Supported by the 23 Southern California Harley-Davidson dealerships, the Love Ride with its thousands of bikers has raised $24 million for various charities over the past 28 years. The Love Ride is the longest-running motorcycle fundraising event in the world, and Leno will be joined by celebrity motorcyclists, many of whom participate in the ride, such as Steven Tyler and Ann-Margret. Participants in the Love Ride – which have exceeded 20,000 in past years – sign-up at Harley-Davidson of Glendale before heading for Castaic Lake where, along with the ride itself, there will be a motorcycle trade show; bike show; stunt show; a concert featuring George Thorogood & the Destroyers; Canned Heat; ZZ Top; Sheryl Crow; and, Crosby, Stills & Nash, among others. The minimum donation for admission is $45 and all motorcycle brands are welcome. More information is available at (818) 246-5618.
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Music Worth Buying
Veterans display musical mastery on new releases by Robert Kinsler
Artist: The A, B, C & D of Boogie Woogie
Album: Live In Paris (Eagle Records) You might be interested in buying this if you like: early Rolling Stones, Van Morrison, Ben Waters Tell me more: Jazz and blues are celebrated in spades across the debut
release from the A, B, C & D of Boogie Woogie. “Live In Paris,” recorded over several nights at Duc Des Lombards jazz club in September 2010, features the talents of pianist Axel Zwingenberger (A), singer-pianist Ben Waters (B), Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts (C) and bassist Dave Green (D). From the pianolaced boogie woogie of ”Bonsoir Boogie!” to the traditional blues of “Evolution Blues,” “Live In Paris” is a breezy and fun listen. The group even breathes new life into the classic “Get Your Kicks On Route 66.” The 14-track disc features a mix of originals, as well as standards (including the W.C. Handy classic “St. Louis Blues” that will please fans of ‘50s and early ‘60s rock ‘n’ roll.
Jazz, Americana, blues, country folk and roots music take center stage on wide range of recent releases.
Artist: Seth Walker Album: Time Can Change (Roe Records)
You might be interested in buying Tell me more: Seth Walker’s “Time this if you like: Amos Lee, Colin Hay, Can Change” finds the talented singerKeb’ Mo’ songwriter exploring new sonic ground with lyrical insight and honest emotion. From the jazz-styled “Found Myself Lost” and sparse singer-songwriter folk blues by The River of “In the Meantime” to his funky take on “I’ve Got a Thing For You,” Walker is clearly at ease using a variety of styles in the support of his original songbook. On the confessional “Love Is Through ichael c innis With Me,” Walker takes a stripped-down acoustic course with his vocals backed by sparse accompaniment. On other songs – “Stronger Than You Need to Be” and “Wait 71-780 San Jacinto Drive | Suite H-2 a Minute” – a bit more accompaniment Rancho Mirage | California 92270 and backing vocals bring more sonic firepower to the proceedings. MCGCPA.COM
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Album: Suzie Cracks the Whip (429 Records/SLG)
You might be interested in buying this if you like: Little Feat, the Black Crowes, Spin Doctors Tell me more: Blues Traveler is back. The Grammy Award-winning outfit, whose harmonica-anchored sound filled the airwaves in the mid- and late 1990s, has returned triumphantly with the wonderful “Suzie Cracks the Whip.” Using a rich mix of up-tempo alt rock “You Don’t Have to Love Me,” “Saving Grace”, reggae “All Things Are Possible”, melody-rich songs (“Recognize My Friend” and psychedelic rock (the infectious “Devil in the Details,” “Things Are Looking Up”, the Princeton, New Jersey-spawned finds John Popper (vocals, harmonica), Chan Kinchla (guitar), Tad Kinchla (bass), Ben Wilson (keyboards) and Brendan Hill (drums, percussion) celebrating their 25th anniversary as a band and seemingly having the time of their lives.
How Hormones Affect Your Weight
Family Health
Glucosan is the “Yin to the Yang” of Insulin By Shelly Sheppard PALM DESERT, CA – Hormones are the CEO’s of our body. They govern everything from our sex lives, immune responses and stress levels. They also control our metabolism. Our metabolism is more than just the way our bodies burn calories from food for fuel. It is the biochemistry of our bodies that is governed by hormones that tell our brains and bodies when we are hungry, when we are full, what to do with food after it has been eaten, whether to store it or burn it as fuel. Hormones also control how our bodies regulate and consume energy stores during exercise. Hormones control almost every aspect of how we gain weight and also how we can lose it. When balanced, hormones can help you lose weight. Insulin is a hormone made by the pancreas after consuming carbohydrates, which are mostly found in grains, starchy vegetables, fruits, sugars, and legumes. Insulin is needed to ensure we have proper levels of glucose in our blood so our body has fuel for crucial functions. However, when insulin levels increase dramatically, it shifts the body into a “storage mode” and promotes the deposition of fat into fat cells. Producing a large surge of insulin often causes a reactive surge in a hormone called Cortisol our stress hormone which slows your metabolism and fat burning; and breaks down both muscle and bone. Leptin is a hormone that is produced in the fat cells of our bodies and is tied closely to regulating food intake and expenditure, including appetite, metabolism, and hunger. It controls why we feel hungry or full. When present in high levels, it signals our brains that we are full and can stop eating. When low, we feel hungry and crave food so appetite increases and metabolism slows. Unfortunately overweight people have
higher levels of Leptin and when weight is lost rapidly in the case of crash diets leptin production decreases causing people to feel hungrier and driving them to eat more which often leads to gaining weight back and not being able to keep the weight off long term.
Hormones control almost every aspect of how we gain weight and also how we can lose it. In order to maintain balance in the body, there are other hormones that counteract insulin. Promoting higher levels of these can have very beneficial effects. For Example: Glucagon is a hormone which is also produced by the pancreas, and is the yin to the yang of insulin. Glucagon raises low blood sugar and shifts the body’s metabolism into a fat burning mode, converting fat to glucose and stimulating the release of fat from our fat stores to use as fuel. It helps decrease cholesterol levels and shed excess water weight. It promotes anti- inflammatory chemicals, increases cellular metabolism, increases endurance, improves blood flow, preserves muscle mass, decreases pain, and helps regulate the immune system. Another hormone called Growth Hormone increases at night when insulin decreases and plays a large part in maintaining muscle mass and healing the body. Its ability to repair cells can enhance
anti-aging properties in the body. The more lean muscle mass the body has the more efficient it is at burning fat. If you eat properly and exercise regularly your hormones are more balanced and it is easier to lose weight and keep it off in the long term. Caloric restrictions for weight loss should be healthy based on you height, weight, age, and gender and should include a balance of good fats, complex high fiber carbohydrates and lean proteins. Good fats or essential fatty acids increase your metabolic rate and help burn calories [Fat burns Fat!], decrease cravings, lower the glycamic index of other foods and suppress appetite. Complex carbohydrates provide your body with the nutrients, fiber and sugars needed to fuel your body and regulate insulin levels. Lean proteins provide your body with the fuel it needs to build, maintain, and replace tissue in the body that make up your muscles, organs, hemoglobin and
can help produce more Glucagon. It is also important to avoid processed foods because they are often high in sugars. Eating organic Fruits, Vegetables and Meat and Dairy products is another way to avoid pesticides, hormones and antibiotics in the food sources that affect your body as well. Exercise and proper relaxation techniques help to balance Cortisol levels. It is important to consult with Physicians, Nutritionists, Dieticians and Exercise Physiologists who understand how hormones can affect you weight before starting any diet program for weight loss so that your nutritional needs, exercise requirements and hormone levels can be assed for healthy sustainable weight loss. SACKS Wellness Center located at 44751 Village Court, Suite 300 in Palm Desert, call 760-779-9100 or go to SACKSWellnessCenter.com or info@ SACKSWellnessCenter.com
Family Health & Support Network Hosting Back-To-School Supply Drive Organization in Need of Backpacks, Calculators, Pens and Other Classroom Items PALM DESERT, CA – Family Health & Support Network (FHSN), a non-profit organization dedicated to providing safe, loving homes for foster children in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties, is seeking donations for its back-to-school supply drive. “C h i l d re n i n fo ste r c are and disadvantaged youth in our desert’s underserved communities deserve the best possible chance at a good education. After all, we expect that they will some day run the world” said Sandra Austin, co-founder of FHSN. “It is truly our responsibility to help them get there and achieve their
life goals, and that journey starts in the classroom.” The deadline for this initial supply drive is Aug. 15, but donations will be accepted throughout the school year. People can drop off school supplies at the FHSN office in Palm Desert, or they can make an on-line donation to purchase school supplies. Either way, it helps a struggling student perform better in school. People can also mail a Staples or Office Depot Gift Card to FHSN and volunteers will pick up the supplies at local store outlets.
“Our displaced children must also compete in the world of information technology, so any donations that will give them an edge will greatly benefit their future,” Austin said. Family Health & Support Network, Inc. (FHSN) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization facilitating placement and administrative oversight of children and youth removed from their homes as victims of abuse and neglect. For more information about FHSN, call 760-3402442 or visit http://www.f hsnet.org. FHSN is located at 74410 Hwy 111, Suite D in Palm Desert.
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Body, Mind & Spirit
Breath of Life Tribe to Perform at Bhakti Fest Sept. 6-9 television commercials as well as becoming a member of a number of rock bands. JOSHUA TREE, CA – The Breath of Finally, he formed the Breath of Life Tribe Life Tribe will perform at the fourth annual band merging the positive differences of Bhakti Fest held Sept. 6-9 at the Joshua Tree both Indian music with rock fusion. These Desert Retreat Center where yoga, kirtan deep cultural roots are what audiences flock music and wisdom workshops have been to hear in festivals across the nation, he said. offered since 2009. Ramapriyan has been the headliner in cultural festivals from all over Western Europe to California and everywhere in between. At the age of 32, he keeps busy between festivals by producing music and CDs. He’s produced seven albums and 30 songs with some singles for television and films. His band consists of a five person core with up to seven people joining in as guests playing on instruments such as the drums, bass, cello, multiple violins and guitars. Deepak and the Breath of Life Tribe have played up to 20 continuous hours of music which consists of 28 sets of music. “If they ask me to play, I’d play for the whole four days,” he said, adding that the music gives him “infinite energy with Deepak and the Breath of Life Tribe not too many distractions. Everything is are a world sacred music ensemble based in perfect, every good, bad and ugly thing is Los Angeles that was started in March 2010. all part of the perfect story of the Universe,” Their style is an eclectic blend of traditional he said. East-Indian music and World Beats infused Deepak and the Breath of Life Tribe with an array of modern Western genres have toured various festivals and events ranging from Rock, Pop, Funk, Blues, Jazz, around the world including the World and even Hip-Hop. Culture Festival at the Olympic Stadium in “I grew up in Maryland but am of Indian Berlin, Germany, Bhakti Fest in Joshua Tree, descent so I come from a strong spiritual the Alternative New Years Revelation at the background of East Indian mythology,” said World Beat Center in San Diego, and many Deepak Ramapriyan, leader of the Breath other programs in just the first two years of of Life Tribe band. “I started studying the their existence. violin at the age of four, learned a lot of Ramapriyan has played with many Beethoven and also studied Indian Sanskrit, major artists and yoga teachers in the so I grew up in both classical traditions.” world including India Arie, Jason Mraz, Jai Ramapriyan was musically influenced Uttal, Dave Stringer, Donna Delory, Saul by the Beatles and Micheal Jackson but David Raye, Shiva Rea, Shyam Das as well was detoured from a career in music to as being one of the lead kirtan artists that study pre-med and criminal justice for a plays for Sri Ravi Shankar when he is doing Deepak Ramapriyan, leader of the Breath of Life Tribe time. After moving to Los Angeles eight his discourses around the planet. years ago, he decided to pursue acting and Breath of Life Tribe creates a dynamic Sanskrit and other languages to meditation, Christo Pellani on Drums/Percussion/ music full time. He found early success in experience from sacred chanting in breathing, sound healing, dancing and Healing Bowls; Brandon Fox on Guitar/ healing lights. Vocals; Eddie Young on Cello/Bass/Flute Ramapriyan shares his wisdom from and Cooper Madison Tabla/Harmonium/ a Brahmin life practice of meditation, Vocals/Sitar. breathing and the consistent growth of The Joshua Tree Desert Retreat Center is the Self in its many dimensions, and the perfect setting to foster inner reflection incorporates this knowledge with the kirtan and spiritual reconnection because of its as a part of the experience of being in the peacefulness and natural desert beauty. flow of what comes in the moment of music Thousands have come back since 2009 to and channeling. He has found bliss in the experience the Bhakti Fests at this pristine journey and discovery of life in the moment, resort. Accommodation options include and his devotion to singing, sharing and hotels, camping and RV parking, all on site. playing comes through in the Breath of There are also 10 local hotels within 10 miles Life Tribe. of the event. The Tribe is a collaboration of great For more information about the Breath artists, teachers, shamans, and musicians of Life Tribe, go to www.breathoflifetribe. from a broad array of backgrounds, which com or www.boltmusic.com or www. creates a depth in the sound, and in the theotherdeepak.com. He can be reached by delivery of the message of connection, email at theotherdeepak@gmail.com. For a unity and love. Special guests often full list of performers and teachers at Bhakti appear, but the core members are Deepak Fest 2012 and to purchase tickets (kids under Breath of Life Tribe performing at last year’s Bhakti Fest Ramapriyan on Vocals/Violin/Guitar; 12 are free), go to www.bhaktifest.org. By Jackie Devereaux
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Living Longer
Will The Search For Life Extension End Now That Anti-Aging Proteins Have Been Found? By Mr. Life Extension, Art Kunkin Now that newspaper and Internet sites are reporting that a team of Japanese scientists has found the proteins responsible for aging, is the long search for human immortality coming to a close? I don’t think so. However, before examining the strange and seemingly contradictory reports emanating from Japan, let’s review the history of recent life extension research as seen by the Internet’s Wikipedia encyclopedia. Here goes! In 1889, Charles-Édouard BrownSéquard injected himself under the skin with an extract of dog and guinea pig testicles. He then stated that “the injections have taken 30 years off my life.” In 1920, Serge Voronoff started transplanting monkey testicles into humans for the purpose of rejuvenation. In 1970, the American Aging Association was formed based on the impetus given by Denham Harman, originator of the free radical theory of aging. Harman wanted an organization of biogerontologists devoted to research and the sharing of information among scientists interested in extending human lifespan. Harman’s research suggested
that aging and eventual death was caused by chemical molecules he called “free radicals,” compounds that were naturally created in the body but caused the death of the living cells. In 1976, futurists Joel Kurtzman and Philip Gordon wrote “No More Dying. The Conquest Of Aging And The Extension Of Human Life,” the first popular book about scientific research to extend human lifespan. Subsequently, Kurtzman was invited to testify before the House Select Committee on Aging, chaired by Claude Pepper of Florida. Congress was concerned with the possible financial impact of successful longevity research on Social Security payments to retired senior citizens. Saul Kent published “The Life Extension Revolution” in 1980 and created the Life Extension Foundation, a nonprofit organization that promotes dietary supplements. The Life Extension Foundation publishes a periodical called Life Extension Magazine. The 1982 bestselling book “Life Extension: A Practical Scientific Approach” by Durk Pearson and Sandy Shaw further popularized the phrase “life extension.” In 1983, Roy Walford, a life-extensionist
at UCLA (who also wrote for my weekly newspaper, The Los Angeles Free Press and was a close friend of mine), published a popular book called “Maximum Lifespan.” In 1988, Walford and his student Richard Weindruch summarized their research into the ability of calorie restriction to extend the lifespan of rodents in “The Retardation of Aging and Disease by Dietary Restriction.” Walford also wrote about calorie restriction with his daughter, Lisa. It had been known since the work of Clive McCay in the 1930s that calorie restriction can extend the maximum lifespan of rodents. But it was the work of Walford and Weindruch that gave detailed scientific grounding to that knowledge. Walford’s personal interest in life extension motivated his scientific work and he practiced calorie restriction himself. Walford who spoke of living until he was 120 died at the age of 80 from complications caused by his being the physician in the famous Biosphere experiment. Money generated by the non-profit Life Extension Foundation allowed Saul Kent to finance the Alcor Life Extension Foundation, the world’s largest organization devoted to cryonics. Alcor presently freezes the bodies
of volunteers in the hope that the bodies can be revived sometime in the future when medical science has solved the problem of human death. The cryonics movement had been launched in 1962 by Robert Ettinger’s book, “The Prospect of Immortality.” In the 1960s, Saul Kent had been a cofounder of the Cryonics Society of New York. Alcor gained national prominence when baseball star Ted Williams was cryonically preserved by Alcor in 2002 and a family dispute arose as to whether Williams had really wanted to be cryopreserved. Regulatory and legal struggles between the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Life Extension Foundation included seizure of merchandise and court action. In 1991, Saul Kent and Bill Faloon, the principals of the Foundation, were jailed. The Foundation accused the FDA of perpetrating a “holocaust” and “seeking Gestapo-like power” through its regulation of drugs and marketing claims. In 1992, the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M) was formed to create what it considered an anti-aging medical specialty distinct from geriatrics, support for persons presently experiencing Jump to Page 22
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Happenings
16th Annual Mrs. Globe Pageant Comes To Rancho Mirage WIN Foundation To Host Woman From 40 Countries, Shining A Spotlight On Abuse And Recovery RANCHO MIRAGE, CA - International beauty and empowerment will take center stage at the The Westin Mission Hills Resort & Spa in Rancho Mirage in August - the setting for the 2012 Mrs. Globe Pageant. From Aug. 9 - 18, contestants from 40 countries will take part in rehearsals, theme dinners and parties, press events, panel discussions and recreation; culimating in a gala pageant to crown the 2012 Mrs. Globe on Saturday evening, Aug. 18. Founded in 1996, Mrs. Globe is the largest international pageant for Misses in the world. Mrs. Globe is both a celebration of beauty and culture, as well as the largest charitable event for the WIN Foundation (WomenInNeed.org), a non-profit outreach that specializes in abuse and self-esteem recovery. Recognized by world figures and media, Mrs. Globe is a celebration
of family, culture, and beauty. A fundraiser for the non-profit WIN Foundation, the 10 day-long event’s mission is to raise awareness of worldwide abuse and spread self-esteem. The motto of the Mrs. Globe pageant is, “Where the Power of Beauty
Changes the World”. Rene Dell’Acqua, renown local general and costmetic dentist and spokeswoman for WIN Foundation, will host the world finals event on Saturday, August 18. Dr. Tracy Kemble, Founder of the WIN Foundation, said, “We are absolutely thrilled to be back in Rancho Mirage for the Mrs. Globe pageant; one of the most recognized names in the international pageant industry. We hope to produce 10 days of creative, quality events that offer both the enjoyment of competition and personal growth for our participants. We are committed to furthering the message of WIN and through our crown, we help others remember the beauty and power of a dream.” Contestants for 2012 Mrs. Globe
represent nations the world over and have competed in their home countries throughout the year to earn the chance to represent their country and culture in the pageant. Scoring is done on the preferential ballot system via a panel of judges who will assign points in areas of personality profile, evening gown and swim suit competition. The chosen winner will spend the next year traveling internationally as a spokeswoman for Mrs. Globe and to promote the WIN Foundation. For tickets and further program and organizational information, please visit www. mrsglobe.com. Tickets to all events will be available for public purchase online at www.mrsglobe. com/#calendar.
McCallum Theatre Seven Shows On Sale PALM DESERT, CA – McCallum McCallum Theatre Theatre, as part of its 25th anniversary Family Fun Day s e a s on , h a s an nou nc e d t h at t he following seven shows will be available Featuring finalists from Open Call, for individual performance ticket sales Saturday, Oct. 13 - event begins at noon, the on Wednesday, Aug. 1 at 8:00 a.m. performance begins at 2:00 p.m. An event for all ages which includes an exciting variety
production featuring finalists from “Open Call” and other singers, dancers, and musical performances. The purchase of a ticket includes admission to “family fun” activities in front of the theatre. McCallum Family Fun Day is a fundraising event for McCallum Theatre with proceeds benefiting theatre operations and arts education and outreach programs that McCallum provides to the community. Media sponsors: KESQ News Channel 3, FOX 11, CBS 2, KUNA, Telemundo
This Is The ‘60s
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Thursday, Oct. 18, 8:00 p.m. “This Is The ‘60s” is a unique multimedia experience that will immerse audiences in the most exciting and groundbreaking decade in modern history. The show blends a myriad of historic film footage, still images, and animated graphic designs of the era with note-for-note live music renditions of the greatest rock hits of the decade. Go to www. thisisthe60s.com
Howie Mandel Saturday, Oct. 20, 8:00 P.M. Howie Mandel’s versatile career has encompassed virtually all aspects of the entertainment spectrum, including television, film and stage. From his work on the Emmy-Award winning “St. Elsewhere,” to the international animated children’s series “Bobby’s World,” Howie has become a mainstay of the American comedy scene. Mature Audience, www.howiemandel. com
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Fri. Oct. 26, 8:00 p.m. Smokey Robinson’s countless hits including “Just to See Her,” “Shop Around” and “Cruisin’,” and consistent contributions to the Motown label earned him the title of the “King of Motown.” www. smokeyrobinson.com
Charlie Zaa Saturday. Oct. 27, 8:00 p.m. Multi-platinum and BMI award-winning songwriter/artist Charlie Zaa will perform his classic Latin American ballads. Hits include “Flor Sin Retono,” “La Pollera Colora” and “Buy Your Love, which hit number one on Billboard. www.charliezaa.com/co
Fitz’s Jazz Café at the McCallum Benise En Fuego! Friday. Nov. 2 at 8:00 p.m Celebrated international guitarist Benise and his Emmy winning Nights of Fire cast perform a world music and dance spectacular, The Spanish Guitar. Benise, along with a full cast of performers takes the audience on a musical adventure, exploring Cuban salsa, Argentinean tango, Indian Bollywood, Parisian waltz and much more. www. benise.com. Media sponsors: Desert Lexus, KPSP TV-2, KJJZ 102.3-FM
Shelby Lynne Sat. Nov. 3, 8:00 p.m. Grammy Awardwinning Shelby Lynne is never one to go with the crowd and continues to stand apart from the mainstream music world with her exceptionally strong voice, sturdy melodies and precisely detailed music. www.shelbylynne.com. Tickets for these seven shows sale Wednesday, Aug. 1 at 8:00 a.m. Tickets may be purchased at the McCallum Theatre Box Office, 73000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, or by calling (760) 340-ARTS. Tickets may also be purchased via the Theatre’s secure website at www.mccallumtheatre.com. McCallum Theatre accepts payments by cash, personal check, VISA, MasterCard, Discover and American Express. Box Office Hours: Monday – Thursday, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Shows are added regularly to the Theatre schedule. For the latest information on performance updates and other activities, visit www.mccallumtheatre.com.
Dining Out
The Capri Restaurant – A Desert Hot Springs Landmark Unveils New Menu in October/November DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA – When you go to a steak house you generally order a nice, thick Porterhouse or Ribeye without much thought about whether the animals (the meats came from) were treated humanely or not. My husband, Tom, and I were surprised to discover that all the meats at the new Capri Restaurant are now hormone-free, antibiotic-free, range free and from farms that humanely treat their animals. “It’s already a growing trend in many Los Angeles restaurants and it’s a subject I care deeply about,” said Executive Chef Anthony Santucci, who is a third generation chef at the Capri. That was good to hear from the chef of a restaurant known throughout the Valley for the past 35 years for their handcut steaks and chops. However, the Capri wasn’t always known for its “upscale and hormone-free meats.” Its history goes back to an original butcher shop and grocery store the family patriarch and Anthony’s grandfather, John Santucci Sr., and his grandmother, Julia Santucci, opened on Pierson Boulevard and Acoma Avenue back in the 1950s. Later, his family took over the Valeras Restaurant located at the corner of Palm Drive and Granada Avenue which is currently the home of Rocky’s New York Pizza. Finally, in November 1976, the Santucci family opened the Capri Restaurant on the corner of Palm
the Capri Restaurant inside the Miracle Springs Resort & Spa. Today, patrons are treated to the same butcher-trained, handcut steaks but with the upscale, humanelytreated aspect to their meats. “Lots of people were disappointed when the restaurant closed, but truthfully, I didn’t want to see the business close and I didn’t want to leave the city,” Santucci said.
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Malcolm Doran – The Picasso of Our Time By Jackie Devereaux When you examine the body of Malcolm Doran’s artwork it becomes clear that he is the Picasso of our time, and we’re lucky to have such a talented and innovative artist living right here in the Coachella Valley. When I asked art dealers and art aficionados who (in their opinion) are the master artists in the community, Doran’s name always popped up. Most of the experts agreed we have at least three master sculptors - Christopher Georgesco, Gessco Cocteau and Tony and Karen Barone– all working locally out of their studios/homes. But when you ask those experts which painter has reached international acclaim and who’s work is coveted by both public and private collectors, Doran’s name jumps to the top of the list. Doran, now a vibrant 77 years old, moved to the desert in 2003 after living in Hollywood since 1970. He was born and raised outside New York City, earned a scholarship to the Parsons School of Design and later attended Kent State University. He studied with Theodore Stamos at the Art Students League in New York City where he lived and painted from 1960 to 1970 until he finally pulled up stakes and moved to California. However, he grew tired of the constant marine
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layer covering the recess with the others, it was okay. I’ll LA basin and he never forget her,” he said remembering and his wife Eva, her fondly. The impact made by his sixth who is the brains grade teacher followed Doran throughout b e h i n d h i s a r t his life. business, moved I asked what happened to his first to Palm D es er t original painting. He said he gave it to a because they both high school sweetheart named Rosemary, love the sun. but lost track of her and the painting Doran will be the first to admit he lived a beatnik, bohemian, hippy lifesytle while traveling in a VW microbus with a platform bed in t h e b a ck w h e n he f i rst move d to California. “I borrowed $300 to get an apartment in 1970,” he said of his early years as a struggling artist. Doran knew at the tender age of five that he was artistic, but it wasn’t until he turned 10 that his path was etched in stone. “My sixth grade teacher, Mrs. Brumble, was the best teacher I ever had. She’s the first one who ever told me ‘You’re an artist,’” he said during an recent interview at his home. “She let me use her oils and would tell me that if I wanted “On the Porch” to stay inside and draw, instead of taking
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decades ago. Today, his original works fetch between $1,500 to $4,000 and art collectors from all over the world seek him out. He and Eva were both shy about sharing who his clients are, but they did mention actress Cloris Leichman, Sam Winston (of Winston Tires) and Sky Dayton (of Earthlink.net) as a few notable private collectors. Color is very important in his work, creating the overall harmony as well as the emotional impact. He said he “uses color to control the imagined space in a painting through the depth of perception that different colors can produce.” However, he dedicated two solid years (1996-97) to nothing but black and
white paintings. “I did that to strengthen the drawing. Sometimes you try to do too much, so I forgot about color and relied on the drawing. It was a good exercise in contrast that paid off,” he said. When you look around his home and studio it’s apparent that he likes to paint the human body. “Beautiful people inspire me because I see their physical beauty as a reflection of a spiritual awareness which communicates to me. Painting the (human) figure has always been paramount with me, but how I went about it changed over the years. Early on De Kooning’s action paintings influenced me, and later the child-like freshness of Picasso’s drawings helped me to render the figure the way I wanted to portray it. “In reality there have been many artists that have helped my art to evolve. The Dutch painters Rembrandt and Van Gogh taught me a lot about portrait painting. From the French painters Cezanne and Bonnard I learned about structure and color. Now, I’m using all of these to convey my message in the pictures I paint. “I’m also a firm believer in having fun. If it isn’t fun, I don’t do it. That’s the way I view my art. I may have something I want to say, but I insist on having fun while saying it.
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Malcolm Doran at work Doran and his wife Eva can be reached at 760-360-3859 or email them at mdoran1@verizon.net. If you want to see more of his artwork, go to www. IncredibleArtists.com an online art store established by art dealer Rick Pantele, who can be reached at 855-ILIKEART.
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At the Movies
‘Marvel’s The Avengers’ Save the World By Theda Kleinhans Reichman “Marvel’s The Avengers,” a superhuman cinematic force, has already earned well over $1.3 billion worldwide. The film’s popularity is driven by a Marvel Comics fan base of global proportions-fans who really dig action characters like Iron Man, Captain America and the Hulk to name but a few. In the film, the Super-Hero team of a lifetime is assembled by Nick Fury (Samuel L. Jackson), director of the international peace-keeping agency known as S.H.I.E.L.D. (For trivia buffs S.H.I.E.L.D stands for Strategic Homeland Intervention Enforcement Logistics Division). The world is on the brink of total disaster when an unexpected enemy emerges. To avert the impending doom, Fury finds himself in need of a team. To that end he spans the globe to recruit such iconic Marvel Super Heroes as Iron Man (Robert Downey, Jr.),
The world is on the brink of total disaster when an unexpected enemy emerges. The Incredible Hulk (Mark Ruffalo), Thor (Chris Hemsworth), Captain America (Chris Evans), Black Widow (a sexy Scarlet Johansson) and archer Clint Barton. a.k.a. Hawkeye (Jeremy Renner). S creenwriter and director Josh Whedon (TV’s creator of “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and co-writer for “Toy Story”) gets this $220-million blockbuster
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off to a rousing start as outer-space aliens seek to enter earth’s atmosphere just as an extraterrestrial energy source known as Tesseract has started to act up earth. For some reason we have this particle here under the supervision and care of Nick Fury. When the Tesseract comes to pulsating life it’s sheer energy allows the aliens to break through earth’s protective shield. As the portal that separates earth from the other side of space opens up the Norse god Loki (Tom Hiddleston) enters our atmosphere, prepared to take over earth with the help of the shadowy aliens. Loki tells a startled crowd in New York: “You yearn for subjugation, you are made to be ruled.” Then he wields his scepter of special power and kills many in his sights. He also uses the scepter’s power to turn S.H.I.E.L.D’s archer Hawkeye into his brainwashed accomplice and tool It turns out that evil Loki is also Thor’s brother, but Thor is quick to tell the other Super Heroes called in to save the world that “Loki is adopted.” What adds to the action and sci-fi battles is the humor throughout. Of course the funniest and most sarcastic hero is Iron Man, beautifully brought to comic-book style life by Robert Downey, Jr. Throughout the film, even in the most dire situations, Whedon finds ways to make us laugh with crisp quips and dialogue. At one point, as Loki confronts Iron Man with taunts that human forces can’t
defeat him, Iron Man tells him that if all else fails “We’ve got the Hulk.” But mild mannered Bruce Banner has tried to leave his Hulk persona behind. He has carefully kept his rage under control by doing good work as a medical doctor in the slums of Calcutta. When found and asked to serve, Banner is willing, but wonders what will happen if the other Super Heroes don’t join him in the fight. Even he just can’t do it alone. With the fate of the Earth hanging in balance, these extra special guys join forces, but melding these diverse individual into a team isn’t an easy task since Super Heroes also have Super egos--especially rich business man Tony Stark a.k.a. Iron Man who tells the others that Banner has “breathtaking anger management issues.” That is true, but usually mild mannered Banner only gets green and nasty when angered beyond his breaking point. Along with the laughs there are spectacular, and truly fun-filled action sequences that light up the screen as these super guys take on super villains. They may have anger and ego issues, but when push comes to shove they unite as oneand when that happens they become the unstoppable “Avengers.” You don’t have to be a comic book fan to have fantastic fun seeing this action packed adventure. Note, the film is rated PG-13 for intense sequences of sci-fi violence and action throughout.
Calendar Tribute Concert PALM SPRINGS- PS Resorts, the local organization that brought “Forever Marilyn” is hosting a tribute concert on Sunday, Aug 5 at 6:30 p.m., to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the famed actors death. The concert will feature Jeffery Allen, a Las Vegas entertainer known for his performances as Elton John in the “Legends in Concert” series. Seats are available at a first-come basis so you may want to bring your own chairs and blankets The concert is located on the corner of Palm Canyon Tahquitz.
Fabulous Leos PALM SPRINGS - Some Fabulous Leos announces its 10th Annual Leo Party, “Under the Big Top 10,” on Saturday, Aug. 4, from 6 to 9:00 p.m., to celebrate the sign of the Leo and to raise money for two local organizations - the LGBT Community Center of the Desert & The Pinnacle Fund. The party will feature Ring Master Ryan O’Connor, along with special guest Psychological Illusionist Brent Webb, and the sounds of London’s “The A-List Band.” Circus style entertainment will be provided by Flowbox, along with food provided by Bongo Johnny’s and Greg Paige, and drinks by Streetbar. And most of all fun. The party will be held at the home of Greg Rodriguez at 233 Camino Sur in Palm Springs. There is a suggested donation of $20. To RSVP or for more information go to www.somefabulousleos.com.
The Aquatics PALM SPRINGS – The Palm Springs Aquatic Center is open seven days a week all year round. The cost is $4 for adult residents and and $5 for non residents, children 4-12 are $3 ,all kids under three are free. There is recreational swimming which is from 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday and 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Lap Swimming is also held Monday-Friday 5:30 a.m.-8:30 a.m. and then 11:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.. The Palm Springs Aquatic Center is located on 405 S Pavillion Way in the Sunrise Plaza Complex.
Canada Fest 2012 PALM SPRINGS – Canada Fest 2012 has surpassed the original number of vendor participants by almost double the amount. Bette King Productions originally slated 200 vendor booths for the events first year, currently the number stands at 360. King soon realized using only half of the Palm Springs Convention Center would not suffice, and has since retained close to the entire facility. Canada Fest will play host to 18 different vendor districts, from travel, golf and real estate, to pets, fashion and art. Another first will be the Desert Entertainers launch of Canada South at a special invitation only opening night party. Canada South is the first ever Canadian magazine in the desert. Music, food and seminars are a small portion of the happenings at the celebrity studded Fest, all to be announced in future releases. Two non profits handpicked by King to benefit from Canada Fest are The Rehabilitation Foundation for Disabled Persons, Inc (subsidiary of
March of Dimes Canada) and the local nonprofit Helping People Hear Again. The event is scheduled to happen Dec. 8-9. To reserve a booth, ticket information or general questions please call: 760.202.4007 or visit the Canada Fest 2012 web site at www.canadafest2012.com
at the Civic Center Campus every third Sunday of the month. This group is open to everyone, so come out and enjoy exercising and socializing while improving your health. The city’s mission is to encourage everyone, regardless of fitness level, to get out, exercise and have fun.
Aldape Crossfit Challenge
Open Gym Basketball
PALM DESERT - The Aldape challenge is open to Law Enforcement, Armed Forces, Firefighters and the general public. Square up for hardest physical challenge of endurance, stamina, strength, power and speed. A $20 registration before Aug. 1; a $30 registration after Aug. 1. The event will be held at 42280 Beacon Hill St. Suite D-6, Palm Desert all proceeds go to charity. For more information, call Joe Aldape 760-799-3993.
LA QUINTA – Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 7 - 9:00 p.m.at the President Gerald R. Ford Boys and Girls Club of La Quinta it is free but there is a mandatory sign in. Shoot baskets or play full or half-court games at the La Quinta Boys & Girls Club. Youth and adults can drop-in for a workout or play just for fun. Participants 13 and under must be supervised by an adult at all times.
Palm Desert Swim PALM DESERT – Make the Coachella Valley’s coolest attraction – the Palm Desert Aquatic Center – your destination for refreshing fun with a host of features, classes, and programs designed to please water lovers of every age and fitness level. Located at 73751 Magnesia Falls Drive on the northeast corner of Civic Center Park, the Aquatic Center includes three pools, diving boards, slides, and play features. All or part of the nearly eightacre facility can be rented for birthday parties, corporate events, swimming competitions, and other special events. Admission is $4 for Palm Desert adults and $6 for adult non-residents. Admission for seniors over 60 and children ages six to 12 is $3 for residents and $4.50 for non-residents. Fees for children ages two to five are $2.50 for residents and $3.75 for non-residents. Annual and three-month passes are also available. For more information about the Palm Desert Aquatic Center, please call 760-565-7467 or visit pdpool.com.
Summer Fencing PALM DESERT – Desert Fencing Academy (DFA) will offer its Summer Fencing program to beginning fencers ages eight to 80 through Aug. 4. The Begging fencing lessons cost $25 for 30 minutes. All fencing gear is provided. Coach Leslie Taft will be coaching all classes. She is a national fencing champion and has competed in three world cup competitions. She has been coaching fencing for 25 years and is also the coach at C.O.D. DFA is located at 73-760 Dinah Shore Drive, Ste. 103, Palm Desert in the My Gym Children’s fitness building. For more information, contact Coach Taft at 760-218-1343 or visit www.desertfencingacademy.com
Summer Golf Tour LA QUINTA – Continues through Aug. 25 with registration is open throughout the tour. $69 per player to register and reasonable weekly green fees. This very popular summer program is back for another year. Advance, intermediate, and novice golfers are all welcome to enjoy playing on this 13-week golf tour. Every Saturday morning, participants have the opportunity to play at some of the finest courses in the Coachella Valley. Players may choose to play in either single or team divisions and will be divided into flights based upon their weekly handicap. Points are earned throughout the tour based upon net scores. On the final Saturday of play, an End of Tour Banquet is provided for all participants to enjoy.
Walking Equals Long Life (W.E.L.L.) LA QUINTA – The City of La Quinta and W.E.L.L. (Walking Equals Long Life) invites you to walk with a group
Open Gym Indoor Volleyball LA QUINTA – Thursdays Indoor Volleyball at the President Gerald R. Ford Boys and Girls Club of La Quinta. It’s free to play all you have to do is sign-in when you arrive. Participants 13 and under must be supervised by an adult at all times.
La Quinta Museum LA QUINTA – It’s time to sign up for a summer adventure at the La Quinta Museum. Wednesdays are set aside for nine to 11 year olds to discover La Quinta’s first explorers and early settlers. Join the expedition of Spanish explorer Juan Bautista de Anza. Find out why the first settlers came to La Quinta. Why did William Bradshaw blaze a stagecoach trail through the Coachella Valley. Why was La Quinta first called Marshall’s Cove? What did it feel like to attend the one-room school at Point Happy. Compare and contrast photos of then and now. To sign up, call the La Quinta Museum at 760.777.7170 or email anne.phillips@rivlib.net. The La Quinta Museum is located in the historic La Quinta Cove neighborhood at 77885 Avenida Montezuma.
Strengthen the body through Yoga JOSHUA TREE – Join Eleanor Price for Yoga Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 6-7:30 p.m. Classes will be held in the Joshua Tree Retreat Center in the harmony hall. Eleanor believes that yoga combined with breathing, stretches your mind as it strengthens your body and gives the flexibility to stay youthful. Beginners will be taught basic breathing techniques combined with the asanas (poses). Advanced students will enjoy the flow of connecting spirit and body, Joshua Tree Retreat Center is located on 59700 29 Palms Highway. For info, call 760-3658371.
Desert Rendezvous Artist PIONEERTOWN – Local Artist/Photographer, Carlos Reyes,along with internationally known, musical recording artists, Incendio and L.A. based salsa dancer/ choreographer, Sergio Leal, have recently launched a kick starter project for a one evening, arts happening called “Desert Rendezvous” that will take place Saturday August 25 in Pioneertown. They will feature projected images of desert photography by Carlos Reyes. While the the Latin influenced band Incendio performs their live original music. For tickets visit www.desertrendezvous.com or call 760-671-6092.
Historic Plaza TWENTYNINE PALMS - The Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce, along with the Historic Plaza Merchants would like to announce “The Historic Plaza Days” on Sept. 22 from 6 to 10:00 p.m., in the Historic Plaza. The Historic Plaza merchants are organizing this event to kick off Pioneer Days. There will be craft and food vendors, live Western music, dancing and several fun contests including a Mustache/Beard Contest, Western Costume Contest, Hat/Bonnet Contest and Tattoo Contest. We are accepting applications for food and craft vendors for the event. Not all applicants are guaranteed a space, applications will be reviewed and accepted vendors will be notified. A fee of $25 must be submitted at the time application is submitted. All applications must be received by Aug. 26 to be considered. For more information contact Robin Anaya at 760-367-7437 or the Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce at 760-367-3445.
Asylum TWENTYNINE PALMS - Theatre 29, Creator/Producer Eric Ross and Director Frances Wright with the assistance of Charles Harvey, proudly announce auditions for the ninth incarnation of the highly popular “Halloween Haunt.” The event, this year entitled “Asylum,” will come to “life” beginning Oct. 19, ending Halloween night. Performances of this popular seasonal “scarefest” will begin at 7:00 p.m. and end at 10:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday nights Oct. 19, 20, 26, 27. Monday and Tuesday performances will be at 7 - 9:00 p.m. Oct. 29-30. Halloween Night, Oct. 31 will be from 7–10:00 p.m. The Oct. 19-20 “haunts” will be presented as part of this year’s Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce Pioneer Days celebration. In “Asylum,” all new for 2012, adventurous souls will be self guided, as they explore the depths of an abandoned asylum for the criminally insane, where the inmates never left! Fright fans are promised a terror trip they will never forget this year. Are you up to the challenge? The production team will be seeking at least 20 performers and behind the scenes technicians, ages 16 and older only. Be prepared to move and perform cold reading, if required. Auditions will be Tuesday, Sept. 4 beginning at 7:00 p.m., on the Theatre 29 main stage. Theatre 29 is located at 73637 Sullivan Road, (just behind Barr Lumber), in the City of Twentynine Palms. For further information, contact the Box Office at 760361-4151 or on Facebook, search Theatre 29 haunt.
Outhouse Racing TWENTYNINE PALMS – The Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the 2012 Outhouse Races. Homemade outhouses can be made out of any material and be any size or weight. One team member must sit in the outhouse and the other team members will push the outhouse in a race. Outhouses can be as elaborate as the team can imagine. An outhouse clinic will be available in September for those who need assistance. The entry fee is $40 if you register by Sept. 30, and $50 after the deadline. Entry forms containing complete rules and specifications, can be found at www.29chamber.org or at the Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce office at 73484 Twentynine Palms Highway. Start working on ideas for the most extravagant outhouse and gather your team. For more information, call 760-367-3445.
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THURSDAY AUG 2 29 PALMS INN, 29P; 760-367-3505 Bill & Beverly 6pm (JZ) ACE HOTEL, PS; 760-325-9900 Reunion w/DJ Day, Hip Hop Night 10pm (VD) AGUA CALIENTE CASINO, RM; 888-999-1995 Nash & Quinto Menguante 8:30pm (LR) ARNOLD PALMERS, LQ; 760-771-4653 Johnny Meza 6:00pm AZUL TAPA LOUNGE, PS; 760-325-5533 Rudy de la Mor 7pm (PB) BILLY REEDS, PS; 760-325-1946 DJ Party 6:30pm BLUEMBER, RM; 760-862-4581 John Stanley King Band 6pm (AC) CAFE PALETTE, PS 760-322-9264 Live Music 7pm CASTELLI’S, PD; 760-773-3365 Patrick Tuzzolino 6pm (PB) CENTRAL PARK REST.,PS; 760-866-9166 Rebecca Clark 6pm CIVIC CENTER PARK, PD; Concerts in the Park 7:30 pm CLUB TRINIDAD, PS; 760-327-1161 Mikole Kaar 8pm (PB) CORK TREE, PD; 760-779-0123 Live Music nightly 6pm (PB)
CUNARD’S SANDBAR LQ; 760-564-3660 Johnny Morris 6pm (PB) DESERT FOX BAR, PS; 760-325-9555 Diva Kiesha D’ 8pm (VD) ESCENA LOUNGE & GRILL, PS; 760-992-0002 Lola Rossi and Reggie “Vision” Alexander 5pm (JZ) FANTASY SPRINGS, IN; 800-827-2946 Gold Rush Country 9pm (C) FIRECLIFF, PD; 760-773-6565 Sonny Evaro 6pm (PB) INDIAN WELLS RESORT, IW; 760-345-6466 Frank DiSalvo 6pm (JZ) LAS CASUELAS TERREZA, PS; 760-325-2794 Hot Rox 8pm LE PAON, PD; 760-610-5320 Dennis Michaels 6pm (PB) MARGARITA’S, PS; 760-778-3500 Single Mingle Night, 4pm on patio MELVYN’S LOUNGE, PS; 760-325-2323 Ron Greenip 8pm (PB) (VD) PALM SPRINGS TAVERN, PS; 760-832-8920 DJ Richie Rich 8pm PAPPY & HARRIET’S, PT; 760-365-5956 The Good Luck Thrift Store Outfit 8pm PLAN B LIVE, TP; 760-343-2115 Bar room dancing 7pm REDBARN, PB; 760-346-0191 Live music 9pm RIVIERA RESORT, PS; 760-327-8311
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The Edge Duo, 5pm sidebar patio (VD) SAMMY G’s, PS; 760-320-8041 Evaro Brothers 8pm (LR) SULLIVAN’S STEAKHOUSE, PD; 760-341-3560 The Smooth Brothers (BL)(RG) THE NEST, IW; 760-346-2314 Kevin Henry 6pm, Tim Burleson 8pm (PB) THE TROPICALE, PS; 760-866-1952 Derrik Lewis Duo w/Jeff Stover 5:30pm (CAB) VILLAGE PUB, PS; 760-323-3265 Nite Sixx 9pm; DJ Chris Lancaster 9pm (RR) WOODY’S BURGERS & BEER, PS; 760-230-0188 Bill Saitta & Friends 7pm (JZ) ZELDA’S, PS; 760-325-2375 DJ PJ & The Bigster 9pm (VD)
FRIDAY AUG 3 29 PALMS INN, 29P; 760-367-3505 Dana Larson 6pm (AC) ACE HOTEL, PS; 760-325-9900 Always a party! 10pm AGUA CALIENTE CASINO, RM; 888-999-1995 The Lounge, Venus Rising 9pm (VD, POP) ARNOLD PALMERS, LQ; 760-771-4653 Johnny Meza 6pm (JZ, PB) AZUL TAPA LOUNGE, PS; 760-325-5533 Rebecca Clark 8pm BILLY REEDS, PS; 760-325-1946 Dance Party 7pm BLUEMBER, RM; 760-862-4581 The Stanley Butler Trio 6pm (Isl. Rhythms) CAFE des BEAUX-ARTS, PD; 760-346-0669 Linda Peterson 6-9pm (JZ) CAFE PALETTE, PS; 760-322-9264 John Gallagher 7pm CASTELLI’S, PD; 760-773-3365 Patrick Tuzzolino 6pm (PB) CENTRAL PARK REST., PS; 760-866-9166 Rebecca Clark 4pm CLUB TRINIDAD, PS; 760-327-1161 Walt Young, Muddy Sparks Trio 8pm (VD) CORK TREE, PD; 760-779-0123 Live Music nightly 6pm (PB) CUNARD’S SANDBAR LQ; 760-564-3660 Paul Patterson 6pm (PB) FANTASY SPRINGS, IN; 800-827-2946 Lit Lounge, Kool Breeze 9pm (VD) FIRECLIFF,PD; 760-773-6565 Sonny Evaro 6pm FISHERMAN’S MARKET, LQ; 760-777-1601 The PS Blues 8pm HAMILTON’S SPORTS BAR, LQ; 760-698-8303 Agave Blues Band 8:30pm INDIAN WELLS RESORT HOTEL, IW; 760-345-6466 Frank DiSalvo 5:30pm (JZ) JOSHUA TREE SALOON & GRILL, YV; 760-366-2250 Ghostlight Trio 7pm KOKOPELLI’S, YV; 760-228-2589 Karaoke w/Roberto, 8pm LA QUINTA RESORT, LQ; 760-564-4111 Jeffrey Osborne, 7:30pm (RB) LAS CASUELAS NUEVAS, RM; 760-328-8844 Nash & Quinto Menguante, 10pm (LR) LE PAON, PD; 760-610-5320 Dennis Michaels 6pm (PB) MELVYN’S LOUNGE, PS; 760-325-2323
Ron Greenip 8pm (PB) MARGARITA’S, PS; 760-778-3500 Mark Guerrero 5pm (LJ) O’LEARY’S PUB, PS; 760-325-4913 DJ Nakai 9pm OVER THE TOP, PS; 760-325-5100 Live Music 9pm (VD) PALM CANYON ROADHOUSE, PS; 760-327-4080 Live Music 8pm (RR) PALM SPRINGS TAVERN, PS; 760-832-8920 DJ Richie Rich 9pm PAPPY & HARRIET’S, PT; 760-365-5956 Mike and The Moonpies 8pm RIVIERA RESORT, PS; 760-327-8311 Lyndsey Harper, sidebar patio, 7pm (POP, BL) DJ Jalil Jagers, 10pm SAMMY G’s, PS; 760-320-8041 Evaro Brothers 8pm (JR) SPA RESORT & CASINO, PS; 888-999-1995 DJ Dynamic Daze 9pm SPOTLIGHT 29, IND; 866-377-6829 STUDIO ONE11, PS; 760-328-2900 Angie Whitney 7:30pm (JZ) SULLIVAN’S STEAKHOUSE, PD; 760-341-3560 Demetrious and Co. (JZ)(R) THE GRILL ON MAIN, LQ; 760-771-4653 Mark Gregg 8pm (CR) THE HOOD BAR, PD; 760-636-5220 Gram Rabbit & Spindrift 9pm (RR) THE NEST, IW; 760-346-2314 Kevin Henry 6pm; Tim Burleson 8pm (PB) THE WINE BAR, LQ; 760-564-2201 Shaken Not Stirred 7pm (LR) 360 NORTH, PS; 760-327-1773 Dark till 9-27 VIBE, CAB; 951-755-5391 Funky Fridays 10pm (VD) VILLAGE PUB, PS; 760-323-3265 Nite Sixx & DJ Chris 9pm (CR) WOODY’S BURGERS & BEER, PS; 760-230-0188 RPM 7pm (CR) ZELDA’S, PS; 760-325-2375 DJ’s PJ & The Bigster 9pm (VD)
SATURDAY AUG 4 29 PALMS INN, 29P; 760-367-3505 Beverly & Bill 6-9pm (JZ) ACE HOTEL, PS; 760-325-9900 Stronghold presents Reggae Sol, Noon AGUA CALIENTE CASINO, RM; 888-999-1995 The Lounge, Live 9pm (VD) Rick Springfield 8pm ARNOLD PALMERS, LQ; 760-771-4653 Johnny Meza 6pm (JZ, PB) BLUEMBER, RM; 760-862-4581 Nicky Vallee and Dreams 6pm (CR) CASCADE LOUNGE, PS; 888-999-1995 DJ Dynamic Daze 9pm (VD) CASTELLI’S, PD; 760-773-3365 Patrick Tuzzolino 6pm (PB) CLUB TRINIDAD, PS; 760-327-1161 Al Lopez Duo 8pm (PB) CORK TREE, PD; 760-779-0123 Live Music nightly 6pm (PB) CUNARD’S SANDBAR, LQ; 760-564-3660 Paul Patterson 6pm (PB) DESERT FOX BAR, PS; 760-325-9555
Lisa Coleman & “Rootbeer” Brown & Alex 8pm (VD) DILLON ROADHOUSE, DHS; 760-251-1991 Muddy Sparks Trio, Walt Young 9pm (CR) FANTASY SPRINGS, IN; 800-827-2946 Tribute band, Guns & Roses7:30pm Kool Breeze 9pm (VD) FISHERMAN’S MARKET, LQ; 760 777-1601 The PS Blues 8pm FIRECLIFF,PD; 760-773-6565 Sonny Evaro 6pm HAMILTON’S SPORTS BAR, IND; 760-698-8303 Kal David & the Real Deal 8pm (BL) INDIAN CANYONS GOLF RESORT, PS; 760-833-8700 Keisha D’ 6pm (VD) INDIAN WELLS RESORT HOTEL, IW; 760-345-6466 Frank DiSalvo 5:30pm (JZ) KOKOPELLI’S, YV; 760-228-2589 Karaoke w/ Roberto 8pm & Jamba w/ Jimmy King LAS CASUELAS NUEVAS, RM; 760-328-8844 2 DJ’s, 10pm LE PAON, PD; 760-610-5320 Dennis Michaels 6pm (PB) LEVEL 2 BAR & LOUNGE, CC; 760-328-6834 DJ Boost 10pm MARGARITA’S, PS; 760-778-3500 Mark Guerrero 5pm (LJ) MELVYN’S LOUNGE, PS; 760-325-2323 Ron Greenip 8pm (PB) MARGARITA’S, PS; 760-778-3500 Mark Guerrero 5pm (LJ) MYSTIQUE LOUNGE, CAB; 888-667-6646; Live Music 9pm (VD) NYPD, PS; 760-778-6973 DJ’s 9pm O’LEARY’S PUB, PS; 760-325-4913 Karaoke/Live Entertainment OVER THE TOP, PS; 760-325-5100 Live Music 9pm (VD) PALM CANYON ROADHOUSE, PS; 760-327-4080 Live Music 8pm (RR) PALM SPRINGS TAVERN, PS; 760-832-8920 DJ Richie Rich PAPPY & HARRIET’S, PT; 760-365-5956 The Shadow Mountain Band 5pm, The Cooling Time, John Wayne Bro, Daniel Ahearn & the Jones 8pm PLAN B LIVE, TP; 760-343-2115 Live music RED BARN, PD; 760-346-0191 Live music 9pm REILLY’S IRISH PUB, CC; 760-324-9600 George Momb Open Mic 7pm (PB) RIVIERA RESORT, PS; 760-327-8311 Lyndsey Harper 7pm, DJ Jalil Jagers 10pm ROC’S FIREHOUSE GRILLE, PD; 760-340-3222 The Arrangements 9pm SAMMY G’s, PS; 760-320-8041 Evaro Brothers 8pm (LJ) SCHMIDY’S TAVERN, PD; 760-837-3800 Live Music 9pm (RR) SPOTLIGHT 29, IND; 866-377-6829 Casino Lng. Live 9pm, Comedy Show 8pm STUDIO ONE11, CC; 760-328-2900 Bill Ramirez 7pm SULLIVAN’S STEAKHOUSE, PD; 760-341-3560 Smooth Brothers 7pm (BL)(RG) THE DATE SHED, IND; 760-775-6699 DJ Ray 9pm THE GRILL ON MAIN, LQ; 760-771-4653
Rob and JB 8pm (CR) THE HOOD BAR, PD; 760-636-5220 Tribe-O 9pm (RR) THE NEST, IW; 760-346-2314 Kevin Henry; 6pm Tim Burleson 8pm (PB) SCHMIDY’S TAVERN, PD; 760-837-3800 DJ Jeff Ferguson VIBE, CAB; 951-755-5391 DJ Hektik 10pm (VD) VILLAGE PUB, PS; 760-323-3265 Nite Sixx & DJ Chris 9pm (CR) WILLIE BOYS, MV; 760-363-3343 Live 9pm WOODY’S BURGERS & BEER, PS; 760-230-0188 Damon Von Buren 7pm (R,BL) ZELDA’S, PS; 760-325-2375 DJ’s PJ & The Bigster 9pm (VD)
SUNDAY AUG 5 29 PALMS INN, 29P; 760-367-3505 Bob & Allison Garcia 6pm (AC) ACE HOTEL, PS; 760-325-9900 DJ Odysey 9pm ARNOLD PALMERS, LQ; 760-771-4653 Johnny Meza 6pm(JZ,PB) AZUL TAPA LOUNGE, PS; 760-325-5533 The Judy Show 7:30pm BLUEMBER, RM; 760-862-4581 Steve Madaio 6pm (JZ) CASCADE LOUNGE, PS; 888-999-1995 Nash & Quinto Menguante 9pm (LR) CENTRAL PARK REST.,PS; 760-866-9166 Rebecca Clark 12 pm CLUB TRINIDAD, PS; 760-327-1161 Pro Jazz Jam w/Mikole Kaar 8pm CORK TREE, PD; 760-779-0123 Live Music nightly 6pm (PB) DESERT FOX BAR, PS; 760-325-9555 Mark Engel 4pm FIRECLIFF,PD; 760-773-6565 Hal Sweasey 6pm LE PAON, PD; 760-610-5320 Robin Miller 6pm (PB) PAPPY & HARRIET’S, PT; 760-365-5956 The Sunday Band 7:30pm RIVIERA RESORT, PS; 760-327-4080 Art of Sax Trio 5pm (JZ) SULLIVAN’S STEAKHOUSE, PD; 760-341-3560 Smooth Brothers (RR) (LR) THE NEST, IW; 760-346-2314 Kevin Henry; 7pm (PB) VICKY’S OF SANTE FE, IW; 760-345-9770 Dark till Sept. VILLAGE PUB, PS; 760-323-3265 School Jam, 9pm WOODY’S BURGERS & BEER, PS; 760-230-0188 Barry Baughn Blues Band 7pm (BL)
MONDAY AUG 6 29 PALMS INN, 29P; 760-367-3505 Bonnie Scott, 6pm (AC) ARNOLD PALMERS, LQ; 760-771-4653 D & Company 6:30pm (JZ,PB) BLUEMBER, RM; 760-862-4581 Dana Larson Duo, 6pm (PR) CASTELLI’S, PD; 760-773-3365 Patrick Tuzzolino 6pm (PB) CLUB TRINIDAD, PS; 760-327-1161 Latin w/ Richard Rivas 8pm (VD) CORK TREE, PD; 760-779-0123 Live Music nightly 6pm (PB) DESERT FOX BAR, PS; 760-325-9555 Open Mic Live and Local 8pm
FIRECLIFF, PD; 760-773-6565 Hal Sweasey 6pm LE PAON; PD, 760-610-5320 Dennis Michaels 6pm (PB) PAPPY & HARRIET’S, PT; 760-365-5956 Ted Quinn’s famous open Mic 7pm SAMMY G’s, PS; 760-320-8041 Randy Seymon 6pm (JZ) THE NEST, IW; 760-346-2314 Kevin Henry; 6pm (PB) VILLAGE PUB, PS; 760-323-3265 Scott Carter 12 pm (AC), Michael James Band 9pm
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Astrological Affects
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by Guru Ren Yogamaya, M.A. E-RYT 500
Monthly Horoscope August 2012 Aries: The Full Moon in Aquarius on Aug. 1 may bring a social event of a different kind. Expect unexpected news. The New Moon in Leo on the Aug. 17 may bring new opportunities for love, romance or creativity with positive energy relating to money and P.R. If you are committed with someone, expect a nice period of bliss in your Life. Taurus: The Full Moon in Aquarius on August 1 may bring in good news regarding your job or career. Your positive and well-intended accomplishments from the past year may be reviewed by important people now. Home improvements should make their way by the New Moon in Leo on the Aug. 17. Best days for love or romance is the 23rd and the 25th. Gemini: You can be at the right place at the right time on the Full Moon in Aquarius on August 1. You may be traveling when something occurs. After Aug. 8, once Mercury goes direct, your creative energy picks up. Think carefully about a close relationship on Aug. 15. Now is the time to get your professional life in order. The New Moon in Leo on Aug. 17 may have you thinking about love and travel. Cancer: Full Moon in Aquarius on Aug. 1 has you concerned about financial matters. Stay positive, it should be good. Romantic fortune begins in your sign on Aug. 7. Immediately after the New Moon in Leo on Aug. 17, plan or schedule important meetings. Near this time, resolutions regarding a long-time family matter. Aug. 23 and 26 are good days to present your creativity to those who matter most. Leo: The subject of love or romance may be on your mind on the Full Moon in Aquarius on Aug. 1. New Moon on Aug. 17 will be in your sign and should bring a bright spotlight on new opportunities related to a special desire or project. You’re more aware of your domestic environment near Aug. 23. The Full Moon on Aug. 31 has a financial matter coming to a peak. Virgo: The completion of a project or assignment is priority by the Full Moon in Aquarius on Aug. 1. If for the right reasons, great success for all involved. After Mercury turns direct on Aug. 8, give your commitment or begin that partnership. Meditate on the New Moon in Leo on Aug. 17th for answers. Best time for romance or a short trip is Aug 23 and 29. Libra: Romance, a little travel and fun can be the theme between the Full Moon
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in Aquarius on Aug. 1 and until Aug. 7 when Venus moves on. The New Moon in Leo on Aug. 17 revs up your social Life. Near this time you may decide to have a more fulfilling personal or professional Life. Careful in your continuing spending, you’ll see it in the ledger by Aug. 23. Scorpio: The Full Moon in Aquarius on Aug. 1 has you focused on home and family. Meditate, consider but don’t finalize any decisions until after Aug. 8. The New Moon in Leo on Aug. 17 brings a career breakthrough. Take action on this by Aug. 23. Any time that you feel over-whelmed, break away, take time for yourself. Sagittarius: You may take a short trip near the Full Moon in Aquarius on Aug.1. It may relate to another journey at the New Moon in Leo on Aug. 17. Otherwise, you crave new, intellectual stimulation. From Aug.17 through 23 is a good time to bond with someone new or renew an old friendship. Schedule time alone on Aug. 24 and on the Full Moon on Aug. 31. Capricorn: Money, power and status will figure prominently on the Full Moon in Aquarius on Aug. 1. Try not to create pressure for yourself. Romance, close relationships may arrive after Aug. 7. The challenges may happen on Aug.15, as you face a partnership with honesty, please. New Moon in Leo on Aug. 17. Relaxation is best after Aug. 23. Aquarius: Full Moon in Aquarius on Aug. 1 has a partnership or relationship pick up steam. Aug. 7 you may enjoy more social or romance. The New Moon in Leo on Aug. 17 may bring good news, but wait until after Aug. 8 before you make any decisions. On Aug. 23, prepare, plan for the success of your profession. Pisces: The Full Moon in Aquarius on Aug. 1 will reveal what has been hidden; you must deal with it. Once Venus enters Cancer on Aug. 7, you may have more social, romance or fun times. The Aug. 15 sees you making financial plans. From the New Moon in Leo on Aug.17 through 20, seek out financial opportunities. The Full Moon on Aug. 31 is in your sign; you’ll feel your best to bring things to completion. Ren Yogamaya is a Yoga teacher registered at the highest level with the Yoga Alliance, a writer, the published author, EAT BY COLOR: Foods, Colors and The Chakras, a syndicated columnist and she is a natural channel for Universal Light. She supports your community and teaches at Yoga Blue in Pasadena, at Dancing Shiva Yoga in L.A. and can be reached at www.renyogamaya. com on Facebook: Ren Rasa Yogamaya
AUGUST 2 - 8, 2012
Vows With Vision, Save Marriages “An exchange of trust occurs when vows are present.” By Terrance K. Phillips
“Divorce is never a solution to unresolved conflict.” If you lose the race, why blame your shoes? Couples in troubled relationships do just that—they find a reason to divert a consequence away from themselves, a probable co-conspirator. It always takes two people to cause a marriage failure. Couples in marriages that thrive and survive, are vigilant in honoring their vows! In 1944, only 1.7 percent of all marriages in the U.S. ended in divorce. Americans are now faced with the stunning reality that marriages today have become a coin flip—50/50. What has changed? A failed marriage occurs when vows are vaporized! Vo w s a r e n o t words—vows are commitments. D i s re g ard you r vows and you cast aside your honor. Marriage i s n ot ju s t a n advanced form of liking someone it’s giving your heart to another with no fear of its safe return. When you hear the term “save my marriage,” this indicates there is trouble lurking within the relationship, a relationship of two p eople who supposedly, loved one another at one time. But those who marinate in their marriages receive more flavorful benefits, than those seeking a fast food fix. Marriage means commitment. Marriage means trusting your spouse with your own worst attributes without fear. Marriage means combining the actions of two people into one cohesive and successful couple. An exchange of trust occurs when vows are present. Couples, who create their own, “minimarriage seminars,” by communicating to
one another for one-hour per day—stay together! Communication is all about listening, not talking. Communication is most effective when leaning forward, holding hands and staring directly into the eyes of the other. Just as your eyes have vision, so do your actions. There are no marriages absent of some degree of conflict. A conflict is not a reason to throw in the towel and walk away. A conflict occurs when two points are not in harmony with one another. Just as in music, one wrong note struck on a piano during a song containing a thousand notes, does not taint the remaining 999 correct notes. Don’t focus on one wrong note focus on the melody, harmonies and instrumentation—the entire symphony. Conflict is oftentimes caused by doubt. Doubting within your relationship is the disease of the inquisitive. It is born of darkness and re-enforces the vague, unsettled and the unclear. The act of doubting each other in a relationship is a weakness on both sides and an instigator of all quarrels. Doubt can be silenced through engaging communication. If you defer to silence, anger and the lack of action to work THROUGH your conflict, you have cast those noble vows aside. Remember: What you resist—will persist! Yo u m a s u J. Siewe, Ph.D, MPH of Oklahoma State University, agrees with my philosophy, “Divorce is never a solution to unresolved conflict.” Resolving conflict is one of life’s greatest pleasures and should never be considered drudgery; rather, an opportunity. The faith that springs from resolving conflict is often the strongest and best asset in a relationship. Terrance K. Phillips: Seminars, Lecturer, Relationship Mediator, Author of “The Divorce Disease – Options for a Cure,” “Heart Attack-ed” “KING of CONS,” and “The Relationship Recovery Gui d e ,” T he R e s ource Gui d eb o ok Series: For information contact: www. focalpointbooks.com or Terrance K. Phillips at (949) 307-3904.
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Private Security Companies Good Investment or Waste of Money? By Charles Bennett Jr. There are a few common reasons why businesses hire private security companies. One reason is the thought that a security guard’s presence will stop theft and other crimes. The other reason is that private security companies have insurance policies that would cover lawsuits and judgments. However, keep the following information in mind when, or better yet, before hiring a private security company. Nearly all private security companies advertise that their “guards” are highly trained and certified. However, in most cases, that means they are trained and licensed by the state minimum requirements which are a background check through the FBI and Department of Justice, a 40 hour course of required training (eight hours of training prior to being assigned a post, 16 hours within the first 30 days and another 16 hours within six months) and a written exam. In most cases, security companies are licensed to administer the training. What many times ends up happening is that the actual training time is a few hours at best and the “guard” is allowed to use the book during the test. Sometimes they do not even receive any training time and are just given the book to use to take the test! Keep in mind however; this is not always the case; there are some companies that do the training as required. Further, most security companies do not provide any additional or continual training. According to the California Bureau of Security and Investigative Service (BSIS), a security guard’s job is to protect persons and/or property and prevent theft, with an emphasis on prevention. However, most security companies have a “hands off ” policy. What this means is that the security guards cannot get involved in anything. For example, if someone walks into a convenience store and walks out with a case of beer in each hand, the security guards only course of action is to call the police or call their company who will decide whether or not to call police. The reason for this is because the security company doesn’t want the liability risk of a lawsuit or to have to pay a security guard who gets hurt on the job. With that in mind, a business’s own employees can do exactly the same thing. However, the BSIS does offer guidelines for security guards to make arrests, as California law (Penal Code 834) allows for citizens to make lawful arrests. Lack of training plays a major role in fear of lawsuits for security companies. Many security companies do not provide training other than what the state requires and even
What many times ends up happening is that the actual training time is a few hours at best and the “guard” is allowed to use the book during the test that sometimes is not administered as it should be. Proper screening and training can be time consuming and expensive, especially when security contracts generally go to the lowest bidder. As with anything else, you get what you pay for. On average, security companies charge in the area of $14 per hour for unarmed security guards. The security guard will probably only get about $9.50 on average. For armed security, the average charged is $15.50 per hour and the security guard will get around $12. That’s not very much money left over to train someone who carries a weapon that has the potential to kill someone. If a security company charges under $14 per hour for an armed security guard or under $13 per hour for unarmed security, there is good reason to be suspicious as to why the fee is so low. It is not uncommon for security companies to operate without a license or
insurance, have unlicensed security guards or employ illegal immigrants, most of which do not even speak English. This is generally what is happening if a security company charges lower than average rates. If a security company does not have insurance, any loss, judgments or damages will be the responsibility of the business. Additionally, there are security companies out there that when issued a judgment in court will file bankruptcy and open under a new name. Some companies offer patrol services and alarm response. The problem with patrol services is that in most cases one patrol vehicle has a large area to patrol and usually a set schedule of patrol which allows thieves and vandals to do their handy work. And the problem with alarm response is that as with a patrol, the area to cover is so big that local police usually arrive first. Some smaller companies go as far as having an alarm company call a security supervisors cell phone, who may be at home, then calls a security guard at home to have them go check the location in their private vehicle.
Most security companies advertise security consulting services. Every security company in the Coachella valley that offers consulting services also provides security services. The problem with this is that in most cases, their hidden agenda is to get business owners to hire their company to perform security services, not to design the best security plan that meets an individual business’s needs. It is highly suggested that one do their homework prior to hiring a security company. Some things to require of a security company are: proof of security license (Private Patrol Operator-PPO); liability insurance; workers compensation insurance; drug screening policy at hiring and post-incident; security officer license and permits; and proof of state and federal tax identification. For more information on security plans, if security guards are needed or how to hire the right security company, contact The Moneé Group at info@themoneegroup. com or call (760) 342-2977.
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Gardening Guru
Trees To Help You Save Money by Chris Hermann, RLA/ASLA Did you know that tree placement can assist in the cooling of your home, and therefore save you money on your energy bill? This is something to think about during these hot summer months and plan for planting in the fall. Trees have many roles in our lives, including creating an aesthetically pleasing landscape and conserving resources. Landscape trees absorb carbon dioxide as well as reducing other particulate pollutants,
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trees is a great asset to your home during the summer months, the deciduous to semideciduous nature of desert adapted trees lend themselves to be the perfect companion in the winter, as their canopy will reduce, thereby assisting in the allowing the sun to warm the building during the winter months. A study by Simpson and McPherson at the USDA, Center for Urban Forest Research at the University of California at Davis, developed the following recommendations when planting trees for energy conservation: 1. Single trees should be located to provide maximum shade to west or southwest exterior windows. Alternative choices are east and northwest, and where solar panel access isn’t a consideration, southeast and south. 2. The largest windows without existing shading devices, with the preferred orientations listed above, should be the first choice for shading. For windows with shading devices, those with darker colors benefit most from shading. 3. Additional trees should be located to shade remaining windows on the west and southwest sides first, following by the east side, and then the alternative locations listed above. 4. Shade tends to diminish as buildingto-tree distance increases. Trees should be planted so that at maturity the edge of the canopy is very close to the building wall, consistent with other restraints, such as access and fire safety considerations.
and studies show they can also reduce summer cooling costs quite a bit. Research has shown that trees shading a west exposure from the afternoon sun have the greatest impact on energy savings. The age and size of the tree is a factor, as younger trees shade less area than older trees with larger crowns. If you have the room, you can also increase the savings by planting multiple trees. Trees should be planted so that the edge of the established canopy will be very close to the building. It is tempting to plant young trees too close to the structure, but it is very important to take into consideration the size of the canopy at maturity, as not doing so can create problems with branches damaging the roof or other parts of the home. While the cooling aspects of shade Desert Willow, Chilopsis linearis
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African Sumac, Rhus lancea 5. Planting tall trees at a distance from the south wall that result in winter, but not summer, shading should be avoided. Great trees to consider for your summer shading purposes are: acacia smallii, acacia stenophylla (shoestring ac aci a), cercidium hy br id “D es er t Mu s e u m” ( t h or n l e s s p a l o v e rd e ) ,
cercidium praecox, chilopsis linearis (desert willow), olneya tesota (desert ironwood), prosopis hyrbrid (thornless or seedless mesquite), rhus lancea (African sumac), schinus terebinthefolius (Brazilian pepper tree), and tipuana tipu (tipu tree). Go green to save some green!
Search For Life Extension (continued from page 9)
the difficulties of aging. A4M holds trade shows for physicians interested in anti-aging medicine. The American Board of Medical Specialties recognizes neither anti-aging medicine nor the A4M’s professional standing. Last, but not least, we come to the reports of June 2012 that a team of scientists from Osaka University in Japan, led by Professor Kazunan Komuro, has found a protein component of the human immune system, the C1q protein, directly responsible for aging. The C1q protein, the researchers say, is specifically to blame for living cells getting old and, when removed, those same living cells become immortal. The C1q protein was earlier thought to be merely a building block in the immune system’s ability to destroy harmful bacteria. Having established the protein’s true role, however, the scientists claim this discovery is the key to everlasting life. However, by putting C1q to sleep, thereby slowing or stopping the aging process, scientists also have found that they simultaneously
destroy the ability of the immune system to protect the body from harmful bacteria. Therefore, this is not a desirable way to end death. Therefore, the search for true life extension continues and the reason why I write this column continues. Art Kunkin is the 84-year young journalist who founded the alternative weekly newspaper, The Los Angeles Free Press in 1964 and later became president of the Philosophical Research Society of Los Angeles. A free download of a magazine cover story interview with Art about his research into stopping aging is now available at www.alchemyrevealed.com. Art’s eBook, “Life Extension Alchemy: The Secret of Immortality Finally Revealed” is also available at a reduced sale price of $9 at www. alchemyrevealed.com. Art is planning a Free Press Re-Union in January 2013 and would like former Free Press readers, staff and others interested in the American counter-culture to contact him by email at artkunkin@gmail. com. Copyright 2012 by Art Kunkin. All Rights Reserved.
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