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CONTENTS VOLUME 12, ISSUE 2

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Volume 12 Issue 2 COVER MODERNISM 2024 FEATURE COVER ENTERTAINMENT; MODERNISM STYLE BUSINESS PROFILE O’BAYLEY COMMUNICATIONS SERVING THE COMMUNITY FOR 20 YEARS

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CONTRIBUTORS Mikey Rox, Emma Haber, Jeff Dorta, Jacquelyn James, Jamie Booth, Connor Davis, Bob Bogard, Bryan Maldonado, Trevor Garrison, Stacy Holmes, Greg Stillwell, Dann Foley, Jill Langham & Terri Schlichenmeyer

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MODERNISM WEEK RETURNS!

BY BOB BOGARD Modernism Week’s signature February festival takes place February 15 - 25, 2024, highlighting midcentury modern architecture, art, interior and landscape design, and vintage culture in the Palm Springs area of Southern California.

The popular annual 11-day festival will feature more than 400 events including the Palm Springs Modernism Show, tours of iconic homes in more than 35 neighborhoods and communities, walking tours, and nightly parties. Also offered are a range of architectural double-decker bus tours, several fashion-related events, tours of the historic Annenberg Estate at Sunnylands, a classic car show, landscape talks and garden tours, walking and biking tours, and a series of compelling and informative talks with world-class speakers. All events are open to the public and tickets are on sale now at modernismweek.com. Some events sell out quickly due to limited capacity. A portion of ticket proceeds benefit Modernism Week (a non-profit organization) and other local preservation, neighborhood, and community groups.

“We are thrilled that Modernism Week is returning for its 19th year in Palm Springs,” said Lisa Vossler Smith, Modernism Week CEO. “We are excited about the compelling new programs this year, including an emphasis on architect Albert Frey’s work. We have expanded our architectural bus tours, and will offer a variety of parties, educational talks, vintage fashion events, and live entertainment options. We are very pleased to be offering CAMP, our headquarters, again inside the Hyatt Palm Springs. We invite the public to join us for eleven amazing days of festivities.”

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COVER SOME OF THE HIGHLIGHTED EVENTS INCLUDE: Modernism Week Featured Home Tour: Wexler ‘54, 2/16 – 2/19 and 2/23 – 2/25, $40 This tour of the recently renovated and historically designated Wexler ’54 is a must-see. Located in the Deepwell Estates neighborhood, this Wexler-Harrison home is a quintessential example of post and beam residential design and a model of thoughtful architectural preservation. The current homeowners worked with architect and preservation consultant Susan Secoy Jensen, AIA, to develop an architectural plan and pursue a historic designation to protect and preserve the home, which was granted in 2022. H3K Home + Design took the profile of the 4-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home back to its roots to retain the best of midcentury style and elegance while creating a home that supported today’s lifestyle inside and out.

Modernism Week sponsors Baldwin, Brizo, California Closets, DunnEdwards, Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery, Flor, JennAir and Willis generously contributed to this stunning and soulful renovation.

Modernism Week Featured Home: The Shag House, 2/16-2/19 and 2/23-2/25, $40.

The artist Shag has reimagined a cherished midcentury modern pool home in the Little Beverly Hills neighborhood of Palm Springs to create a fully immersive tour experience that will make visitors feel as though they have climbed into a life-size Shag painting. Shag has drawn upon his architectural studies and the aesthetic of his artwork to reimagine this classic 1958 home, originally designed for the Alexander Construction Company. For the core of the house, Shag preserved much of the original Palmer & Krisel layout of this classic Alexander design, but created an entirely new front exterior, expanded the front entry, and converted the original breezeway into a swank party lounge. Modernism Week sponsors Brizo, California Closets, Dunn-Edwards Paints, Ferguson Bath, Kitchen and Lighting, JennAir, and Willis generously contributed to this project.

Stories Untold: Honoring Diverse Voices, Illuminating Untold Stories and Forging Connections with the Past Through Architecture and Landscape Design (2/19, free) Since 2022, Modernism Week has presented Stories Untold, focused on the history and narratives of architects and design professionals historically left out of the spotlight. This year Stories Untold celebrates recently constructed buildings and venues designed to illuminate untold stories, honor diverse voices, and foster meaningful connections with the past. Sharing this story will be esteemed guests Dr. Tonya Matthews (President and CEO of IAAM), Walter Hood (renowned landscape architect, MacArthur ‘Genius Grant’ Fellow, and designer of IAAM’s African Ancestors Memorial Garden), Gabrielle Bullock (Director of Global Diversity at the international architectural design firm, Perkins&Will, which co-

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PREMIER DOUBLE DECKER BUS TOUR PHOTO BY CLINTON MEYER

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DESTINATION PARK IMPERIAL SOUTH, PHOTO BY LANCE GERBER

MODERNISM WEEK VINTAGE TRAILER SHOW, PHOTO BY BRAD TAYLOR

designed the Smithsonian Museum), and Jason W. Foster (President and COO of Destination Crenshaw). This is a free event, but tickets will be required. The is event is graciously underwritten by Room&Board.

Modernism Week Opening Night Party: Disco in the Desert 2/15, $350.

The most anticipated bash of the year returns with an Opening Night Fever dance party! This solid gold disco extravaganza is in a larger venue this year, which will be transformed into a tony, velvetrope-entry dance club. A live band, lavish libations, and all-night party bites will fuel the disco inferno. 1970s disco club-inspired dress is encouraged. Generous support and gorgeous lighting provided by the evening’s presenting sponsor, Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery. Extraordinary entertainment provided by Steve Tobin & Johnny Krupa and The Grace Helen Spearman Charitable Foundation.

Modernism Week will host the festive Preview Party for the 24th Annual Palm Springs Modernism Show (2/16, $125) at the Palm Springs Convention Center. The party is the prime opportunity for participants to shop directly from dealers before the show opens to the public on Saturday. The ticket price includes cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, entertainment, and re-entry to the show all weekend.

The popular event showcases more than 125 premier national and international exhibitors from across the U.S. and Europe featuring vintage furniture and decorative and fine arts reflecting all design movements of the 20th century with a heavy emphasis on midcentury modern and compelling 21st century original designs for modern living.

FROM FORGOTTEN TO FABULOUS- THE REJUVENATION OF LITTLE BEVERLY HILLS, 682 BEDFORD INTERION, PHOTO CORTESY LITTLE BEVERLY HILLS NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATION

HOME TOUR OF “THAT PINK DOOR HOUSE” PHOTO COURTESY NATURAL RETREATS

1963: A Tribute to the Music of an Unforgettable Year (2/19, 2/20, $165) In this new show, multi-award-winning singer Tod Macofsky pays tribute to the year of his birth through the unforgettable songs that shaped his youth and the events that changed the world. He will be backed by the Gand Band, voted Best Local Band in the Coachella Valley four years in a row. Chef Dave of PS Underground will tantalize the taste buds with a three-course meal inspired by the year 1963 updated with a cool, contemporary twist. Classic cocktails will flow freely from the fully hosted bar and the wine glasses will never go empty.

Shag With A Twist – A Murder Mystery Musical (2/18, $100 General Admission $175 VIP and 2/19, $85 and $100 VIP) “Shag With A Twist” brings to life the art of Shag in a sexy show that will leave the audience shaken and stirred. Guests will be fully immersed in the retro-cool world of the most beloved Shag characters as they

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SHAG WITH A TWIST ACTORS, PHOTO BY TASO PAPADAKIS

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come alive in a colorful cocktail of song and dance to solve the “Infamous Case of the Tupperware Party Killer.” This performance promises to transport attendees to a world of retro style, adventure, and intrigue, as can only be found in the imagination of Shag.

“Swinging On A Star” - An Evening of Jimmy Van Heusen’s Songs with Marissa Mulder (2/20, $35 and $50) This evening of songwriter Jimmy Van Heusen’s songs features the award-winning Marissa Mulder, a gifted lyric interpreter who puts her stamp on some of Van Heusen’s most prolific songs such as “Come Fly with Me” and “All The Way.” Charles Phoenix Presents “New York Cityland and the 1964 New York World’s Fair” (2/17, $50 and $65) Charles Phoenix’s latest

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entertaining photo slide show celebrates the marvels of midcentury Manhattan and the futuristic 1964 New York World’s Fair. See his collection of vintage images and hear stories of a bygone era.

These are just a small sampling of the more than 350 programs that will be offered during the 11-day festival. Visit modernismweek. com to view the entire schedule.

Modernism Week top sponsors include Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery, Brizo, Dunn-Edwards Paints, JennAir, Flor, Natural Retreats, and Willis. The City of Palm Springs is the Civic Presenting Sponsor. To receive Modernism Week updates, visit modernismweek.com and follow them on Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter).

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COVER MODERNISM WEEK 2024 OFFERS LIVE ENTERTAINMENT

BY ROBERTO LOZANO

Modernism Week will offer many exciting live entertainment options during the 11-day festival that will take place in Palm Springs, California in February 2024. These events include a tribute to Jimmy Van Heusen (Frank Sinatra’s most prolific composer), songs celebrating the Disney songbook, an array of performances in collaboration with PSJazzFest, an on-stage murder mystery musical featuring characters created by Shag, a full theatrical production of a one-person show about costume designer Edith Head, and a hilarious presentation about the 1964 World’s Fair by humorist Charles Phoenix.

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“We know that our guests really enjoy the array of live entertainment options that we offer each year during the festival,” said Mark Davis, Modernism Week Theater and Travel Producer. “This year we were thrilled to partner with the PSJazzFest to incorporate their legendary performers like Herb Albert and Taj Mahal into our programming. We are very proud to offer an exciting range of compelling live performances.”

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Modernism Week and PSJazzFest have partnered to offer several significant musical performances on the stage of the Annenberg Theater. It starts out with Herb Alpert and Lani Hall Live at the Annenberg: PSJazzFest Opening Night! where the two legendary performers take the stage to deliver a truly memorable opening night performance.

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Buzz-worthy young vocalist Veronica Swift will be featured in Veronica Swift Live at the Annenberg for PSJazzFest!

Swift has establishing herself as a skilled rock and soul singer as well as a dynamic performer. Her third album, “TransGenre” (2023), mixes jazz and classical with rock, soul, and funk while paying homage to greats like Janis Joplin, David Bowie, Jimi Hendrix, and Duke Ellington.

Swift’s ability to transcend different styles and fully embody them with authenticity to tell a story makes her one of the most skilled singers in any genre and displays her theatrical approach as a performer and artist.

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For an unforgettable weekend of jazz, PSJazzFest is offering an exclusive all-access VIP jazz experience that features front-row tickets to all PSJazzFest performances plus, only for VIP passholder guests, an elegant jazz dinner at the exclusive private enclave Smoke Tree Ranch (Walt Disney’s desert hideaway) on Sunday, February 25 from 5 pm to 7 pm. The night includes cocktails and a sumptuous sitdown dinner, accompanied by the Lance Conrad Quartet.

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Award-winning singer Marissa Mulder pays tribute to four-time Oscar winning songwriter, Jimmy Van Heusen in “Swinging On A Star”: An Evening of Jimmy Van Heusen’s Songs with Marissa Mulder. Van Heusen was Frank Sinatra’s best buddy and wrote more songs recorded by Sinatra than any other composer. During his long and remarkable career, he wrote more than 1,000 songs, many of which are now considered American Standards. Marissa Mulder puts her stamp on some of Van Heusen’s most popular songs such as “Come Fly with Me” and “All The Way” as well as lesser-known treasures like “Sunday, Monday, or Always.”

Drummer Matt Johnson and The New Jet Set, featuring Adryon de León, present “Swingin’ The Disney Songbook” with Matt Johnson and The New Jet Set, Featuring Adryon de León in an evening of retro-cool jazz interpretations of beloved songs from Disney animated films.

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PSJazzFest will conclude with a performance by Taj Mahal Quartet and Sona Jobarteh Live at the Annenberg for PSJazzFest! Blues legend Taj Mahal is a true legend in the music industry and celebrated worldwide for his remarkable talents as a multi-instrumentalist, composer, producer, and ethnomusicologist. He has pursued and elevated the sounds of the American South, the Caribbean, Africa, and the Hawaiian Islands.

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Beatles & Beyond: Mod Music and Cocktail Party (2/18 and 2/23, $95) Enjoy a Mod 60s cocktail party and immersive multimedia live concert celebrating the music of the Beatles, as played in the unique style of the Gand Band, voted Coachella Valley’s Best band three times running.

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Modernism Week is pleased to present several performances of the sexy stage show Shag With A Twist–A Murder Mystery Musical during the 2024 festival. This unique performance showcases the retro-cool world of the artist Shag, where some of his most beloved characters come alive in a colorful cocktail of song and dance. The setting is a swanky 1960s Tupperware party somewhere in Palm Springs, where truecrime podcasters Twinkie and Bun are determined to unravel the infamous case of the Tupperware Party Killer.

Back by popular demand, don’t miss the chance to see this full theater production of A Conversation of Wit, Wisdom, and a Whisper of Gossip with Edith Head. This one-person production starring the award-winning Susan Claassen is a feast of delicious behind-the-scenes stories that provide an intimate portrait of Hollywood’s legendary costume designer Edith Head.

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Charles Phoenix Presents “New York Cityland and the 1964 New York World’s Fair” (2/17, $50 and $65) This not-to-be-missed dream vacation slide show will celebrate the marvels of midcentury Manhattan and the futuristic 1964 New York World’s Fair.

For complete schedule of live entertainment times & tickets visit www.modernismweek.com

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PROFILE O’BAYLEY COMMUNICATIONS CELEBRATES TWENTY YEARS IN BUSINESS

BY BOB BOGARD

O’Bayley Communications proudly announces the celebration of its 20th anniversary, marking two decades of excellence in the vibrant business landscape of Palm Springs. Since its inception in February of 2004, O’Bayley Communications has been a cornerstone of innovation and communication solutions in the local community. Specializing in marketing for non-profit organizations, the company has played a pivotal role in supporting businesses, organizations, and individuals in achieving their communications goals.

Founder and CEO Tim O’Bayley expresses gratitude for the continuous support from clients, partners, and the Palm Springs community. “Celebrating twenty years is a remarkable milestone for O’Bayley Communications, and we owe our success to the incredible individuals and organizations that have entrusted us with their communication needs over the years. We are honored to be part of the Palm Springs business community and look forward to many more years of collaboration and growth.”

What began as a ‘one-man-show’ has flourished, endured a recession and a pandemic, and continues to innovate. The firm offers expertise in public relations services, graphic design, advertising planning and placement, and the marketing strategies to make it all work.

While reflecting on the milestone, O’Bayley said, “Our success wouldn’t have been possible – or at least not as much fun – without such talented individuals as Nicky Vallee, Kerry Hendrix, Dayna Buompensiero nee Smith, Blake Holiday, and Jeffrey Price on the team over the years. Today I have two highly talented and enterprising people working with me to serve our clients: Director of Public Relations Bob Bogard and Director of Advertising and Graphic Designer Clinton Meyer. Of course, we rely on all the great folks in the local media and other related businesses – photographers, ad reps, illustrators, writers, news directors, and web developers – and we partner with other companies in Palm Springs (David Perry & Associates, Imagine It! Media, Kaminsky Productions, Momentous Events) and Los Angeles (Bergman PR and Secret Agent).”

The firm is proud to have helped some major entities tell their stories, including Desert Healthcare District & Foundation, College of the Desert Foundation, and Coyote StageWorks. Currently they work with AAP – Food Samaritans, Bodyworks Physical Therapy Clinic, Braille Institute Coachella Valley, Modernism Week, Palm Springs Plaza Theatre Foundation, and Palm Springs Young Playwrights Festival among several others.

With O’Bayley managing the firm, they are particularly delighted to have assisted the City of Palm Springs with several initiatives/ campaigns, from the redistricting public education outreach of 2018 (and 2021) to the COVID-19 public safety campaign in 2020/21. Current major initiatives include the Plaza Theatre restoration fundraising campaign and their continuing work with Modernism Week, which will be celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2025.

He adds: “Our strong suit is working with non-profit organizations and their special events needs. We have produced and promoted annual fundraising and awareness-building events for several non-profit organizations – including the legendary ‘Evening Under the Stars’ for AAP – Food Samaritans and ‘Stepping Out’ for College of the Desert Foundation – and that’s a large part of how we’ve built a strong reputation here in the Coachella Valley.” While they serve traditional for-profit businesses as well, such as H3K Home & Design, Flooring Innovations, and Desert Hand Car Wash, all of their clients benefit from O’Bayley’s personal experience in working with non-profit organizations.

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FEATURE IDYLLWILD ARTS & UK-BASED THEATRE COMPANY STAN’S CAFÉ PRESENT OF ALL THE PEOPLE IN ALL THE WORLD

BY EMMA HABER

The InterArts Department at Idyllwild Arts is pleased to present a special collaboration between its students and UK-based interactive theatre company, Stan’s Cafe. Of All The People in All The World is an internationally acclaimed performance installation that turns abstract human population statistics into emotionally gripping stories using grains of rice. The public is invited to view Idyllwild Arts iteration Of All The People in All The World at a

Celebratory Reception on Friday, February 9 from 6 to 7.30pm, featuring InterArts students and Stan’s Café founders, James Yarker and Graeme Rose. The free event takes place at the Parks Exhibition Gallery located on Idyllwild Arts stunning campus (52500 Temecula Road #38, Idyllwild, CA). The unique exhibition will also run from February 6 – 14, 2024.

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Of All The People In All The World has toured the world since its inception in 2003, landing at top international venues, including The Kennedy Center in Washington DC and the World Financial Center in New York, adapting to the times and contexts in which it is found.

President of the Idyllwild Arts Foundation, Pamela Jordan says: “We are thrilled to welcome Stan’s Café to the Idyllwild Arts campus because this collaboration reflects many synergies between both organizations where the spirit of a Citizen Artist is the focus. This unique opportunity bolsters our ability to foster creative, innovative, curious, globally minded problem solvers. I have no doubt that our students will be enriched and inspired by this experience and Stan’s Café will be inspired by our talented, young artists and mountaintop village.”

Established in 1991 and based in Birmingham UK, Stan’s Cafe is a group of artists from a variety of disciplines, but mostly theatre makers, working under the artistic direction of James Yarker. The company consists of an evolving team of long-term collaborators and associated artists, the lineup changes according to the project being worked upon.

Artistic Director of Stan’s Café, James Yarker says “We can’t wait to collaborate with the young creatives at Idyllwild Arts Academy.

The students will share with us their vision of the world, we will teach them how our show works and together we will research and make a wonderful new version of Of All The People In All The World”.

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The rice is carefully measured to represent human population statistics. These statistics are drawn from the most reputable sources available. Each grain of rice equals one person and over a period of days, a team of performers carefully weigh out quantities of rice to represent a host of human statistics. These statistics are arranged in labelled piles, creating an ever-changing landscape of rice.

Their juxtapositions can be moving, shocking, celebratory, witty and thought-provoking. That’s it. This installation is that simple—and that elegantly complex.

Since its debut, Of All The People In All The World has used this deceptively straightforward concept to communicate statistics that are otherwise difficult if not impossible to grasp. After the performance the rice will be donated to charities and recycled.

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ABOUT IDYLLWILD ARTS: Nestled within 205 acres of pristine pine forest located in the renowned arts village of Idyllwild in Southern California’s San Jacinto Mountains, Idyllwild Arts is the most dynamic arts community in the nation. Founded as a respite for creators to come together from around the world, our international and multicultural community is home to a boarding arts high school of over 250 students from 30 countries, a vibrant summer arts program, and year-round programming for artists of all ages and experience levels through camps, workshops, and online courses. As a creative collective, Idyllwild Arts changes lives through the transformative power of art by promoting intercultural understanding and peace while re-envisioning the artist’s responsibility to society.

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VDAYGIFTGUIDE QUEER-ISH VALENTINE’S GIFTS FOR THE QUEERS YOU LOVE-ISH: 2024 ED-ISH

BY MIKEY ROX

Share the love on Feb. 14 with our thoughtful Valentine’s gift picks for everyone you like and lust.

Centrolina V-Day Pasta Kit Washington, D.C.-based Centrolina’s seasonally inspired restaurant menu gets the delivered-to-your-door treatment with Chef Amy Brandwein’s holiday gift baskets featuring four handmade pastas and from-scratch sauces, including heart-shaped beet ravioli with ricotta and lemon butter, a mushroom and black truffle ragu, sunchoke tagliolini and oyster cacio pepe, and chestnut pappardelle, among other elevated-Italian recipes that you and your lil’ meatball can whip up on date night. $175, CentrolinaDC.com

La Maison du Chocolat Heart-shaped candy clichés are much more palatable when the contents within are made in Paris instead of Hershey, Penn., and your intended will be sufficiently satisfied with La Maison du Chocolat’s selection of premium confections – including melt-in-your-mouth ganaches, pralinés and bouchées, oh my – available in festive and indulgent 14- and 44-piece boxes. $60-$140, LaMaisonDuChocolat.com

Nexgrill Ora Pizza Oven Not a fan of fancy dining out? Slip into those grey sweats he won’t let you wear in public, top off the Veuve, and fire up Nexgrill’s Ora 12 portable propane pizza oven wherein a to-temp cordierite baking stone will cook your personalized pies to perfection at up to 900 degrees. That’s burnin’ love, baby. $299, HomeDepot.com

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‘Spread the Love’ Plantable Pencils SproutWorld’s set-of-eight Love Edition pencils set themselves up for seed-spreading jokes given Cupid’s context, but the real sentiment is sweeter: Plant the lead-free, graphite writing utensils (engraved with romantic quotes on certified wood) in potted soil and enjoy striking flowers and fragrant herbs in one to four weeks. $15, Amazon.com W Aspen Getaway Missed Aspen Gay Ski Week? No sweat. You’ll fight fewer crowds as the season winds down – without compromising your commitment to luxury – during a late-winter getaway to the heart of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains at the W Aspen. Book unforgettable outdoor adventures, like heliskiing and dog sledding, with the property’s always-available concierge; spend après hour on the rooftop WET deck before diving into delicious dishes at onsite restaurant 39 Degrees; see and be seen at Ponyboy, the property’s cocktail-focused modern speakeasy rooted in New York City nightlife; and pour yourself a nightcap from your in-room mini bar before relaxing in the suite’s deep soaking tub – because, ya know, all in a day’s werk. Marriot.com

‘Just Happy to Be Here’ YA Novel Have a they/them in your life excited to expand their winter reading list? Gift a copy of Naomi Kanakia’s newly published YA coming-ofage novel, “Just Happy to Be Here,” about Tara, an Indian-American transgender teenager seeking quiet support and acceptance within her school’s prestigious academic group but instead becomes the center of attention when she draws the ire of administrators and alumni. $16, Amazon.com

Perfect Pairings Set it off this Valentine’s Day with a curated selection of wine and spirits, including the Pale Rosé, created

by Sacha Lichine, of Whispering Angel fame; Flat Creek Estate’s red-blend trio, featuring the 2017 Super Texan, 2018 Four Horsemen, and Buttero; Ron Barceló’s Imperial Premium Blend 40th Aniversario rum; and the Bourbon Rosemary cocktail-in-a-can from Spirited Hive. $17-$199

Moon Bath Bomb Stars aligned for that little meet-cute you told everybody about on TikTok, and you can trust the universe to provide ample relaxation when you plop Zodica Perfumery’s Moon Bath Bomb in the tub – there’s a specific formulation for every sign – which promises vibe-setting aromatherapy, activated charcoal for deep cleansing, and skin-soothing olive oil for the selflove glow-up you’ve been waiting for. $18, ZodicaPerfumery.com

Mikey Rox is an award-winning journalist and LGBT lifestyle expert whose work has been published in more than 100 outlets across the world. Connect with Mikey on Instagram @mikeyroxtravels

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BOOK REVIEW ALWAYS OVERBOOKED

BY TERRI SCHLICHENMEYER

It’s the truth. Scout’s honor.

Pinky swear. Spit on your palms or prick your fingers and shake hands. As a child, you had many ways to show that you intended to keep a promise when you made it and your word was your bond, but you’ve grown up. Today, you cross your heart but, as in the new novel “Blood Sisters” by Vanessa Lillie, you hope no one has to die.

She wasn’t looking for skeletal remains.

For Bureau of Indian Affairs archaeologist Syd Walker, such a find was very unusual but not unknown. Odd things happen during geological surveys on tribal lands everywhere. Still, the gruesome recovery in Rhode Island wasn’t top on Syd’s mind.

She’d gotten a call that her sister, Emma Lou, was missing in Oklahoma.

Again.

Fifteen years before, as Syd, Emma Lou, and Luna, who they’d considered a sister, were chilling in Luna’s family’s trailer, a group of men broke in. Wearing masks, the “devils” killed Luna and her parents, and the small town of Picher, was never the same.

Neither were Emma Lou or Syd. As a member of the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma, Syd was well aware of the problems near her hometown, the issues Native Americans had there with the BIA, and her own ancestors’ efforts to survive on land that was given and then snatched back. She also knew the fact that she had a wife at home in Rhode Island set her apart since she’d left. And drugs – too many people on tribal allotments were getting drugs too easily.

But someone wanted Syd to come home: a female skull was found in the crook of a tree with her old work badge in its mouth. Despite knowing that Syd had fled Oklahoma on purpose, her new boss at the BIA pulled strings to arrange the trip and assigned her the case.

Years ago, Syd had promised to protect Luna and Emma Lou. One of them was already dead. The other was missing.

Was the skull a threat – or a warning?

Here is the best advice you’re going to get when you grab “Blood Sisters”: pay close attention to the minutiae. Without being a spoiler, little things mean a lot.

Unless you watch carefully, you’ll be cruising along at 200 miles an hour in a screaming run through pages and pages of barely bearable excitement when suddenly, your brain will make that scratchy sound like a stopped record album. It’s there where author Vanessa Lillie drops three tons of TNT, right towards the almost-end of her story

and whoa, Nelly. If you’re not paying attention, you may have to read the chapter multiple times to cut your “What the...?” down to a manageable level.

Yeah, this is that kind of book, the kind that’s written with authenticity, an insider’s feel, and heightened tension that’ll keep you awake. The kind that you think you know how it’ll end and you’re wrong. For mystery lovers or thriller fans, “Blood Sisters” is the kind of book you should scout out.

“Blood Sisters” by Vanessa Lillie c.2023, Berkley $27.00 384 pages

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Q&A LATIN POP SENSATION JAIME ADRIAN

BY JAMIE BOOTH

Latin Pop sensation Jaime Adriane Turn-of-the-Millennium vibes and in No Agenda, his new album features a slick re-imagining of the late nineties dance classic, “If You Could Read My Mind.”

If listeners pick up an early 2000s vibe in Jaime Adrian’s new album, they should know it was intentional. “I think my brain is stuck in the early millennium because that era of music was simply fun with no agenda and that’s the kind of vibe I live by,” he explains.

In fact, he titled the album, No Agenda, and in it, he dips into multiple genres of dance music from Latin beat to country twists, house tracks and euro pop. “I didn’t want people to say it all sounds the same.”

The out, Latino artist grew up on the east side of Chicago in a very Catholic neighborhood. He recalls kids making fun of him for his love of singing, calling it “not something a real man would do” and for years, they managed to silence his voice. Then The X Factor came calling.

Jaime Adrian flew to Kansas City and after performing for the preliminary judges, he learned he had made it to the live show auditions! The show did not go as planned, however. After being crucified by the judges, he spent the rest of the day crying in his hotel room from embarrassment, determined to stop singing.

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“If you would have told me then that I’d have a completed album in 2024, I wouldn’t have believed it,” he acknowledges today.

“This journey has been the hardest thing I’ve ever done but it’s worth it to take a chance on life and to keep shooting for the stars.”

Why did you title your debut album, No Agenda?

Jaime Adrian: What I mean by the title is that I’m not trying to shove my views, politics, religion, sexuality, or ethnicity down anyone’s throats. I made No Agenda because I simply wanted a good pop album that reflects on the work of musicians who influenced me growing up.

Isn’t pushing lifestyle and politics what millennials are known for?

Jaime Adrian: (Laughing) Not me! From a young age, I learned that showing kindness is more effective than screaming or bullying people into thinking my way. I would rather be known as a kind human than simply a gay or Latino artist, or one of the other labels I happen to be. Ever since I was a kid I’ve been stereotyped, and I’ve hated it. I never seemed to fit in anywhere. Today, I just want to do me and as long as I’m not hurting anyone, I should be allowed to do so. A cool thing I was told recently is that I inspire other people who, like me, don’t fit the typical mold. I love that.

What inspired you to remake “If You Could Read My Mind”?

Jaime Adrian: My producer, Velvet Code, thought that it would be cool to do a cover of an iconic nineties dance song. “If You Could

Read My Mind” was the first that came to mind. It’s a song I’ve always been obsessed with since I first heard it in the 1998 film, 54.

Let me guess, did young Jaime Adrian have a crush on Ryan Phillipe?

Jaime Adrian: Hell yeah! Between 54, Cruel Intentions, and I Know What You Did Last Summer, I used to want to have curly blonde hair just like him. That face, body, even the way he talks makes me melt.

Who did you love more as a teen, Ryan or Britney Spears?

Jaime Adrian: Oh, Britney Spears without a doubt. Britney’s a triple threat! She dances, sings, acts and I just love the personality she projects in her interviews.

Tell us about performing live in front of Britney on TV’s The X Factor.

Jaime Adrian: It was probably the most traumatic thing I’ve experienced in my life. I was bullied and made fun of in front of the woman who has shaped my career and she just sat there and looked uncomfortable. I still have nightmares about it to this day. What I should have said or done… I can’t change the past now.

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Q&A Do you have hard feelings?

Jaime Adrian: Not with Britney. I’m more upset with the male judges for trying to break me down. I used to love Louie Walsh on The X Factor UK. I can’t stand the sight of him anymore. LA Reid is no better.

What about Demi Lovato?

Jaime Adrian: Demi was kind. She complimented my voice but said I needed to pick better songs. However, I didn’t get to pick the song for The X Factor. When the producers learned how much I loved Britney, they convinced me that she would want to hear me perform one of her songs. I fell for it.

Producers can be mean!

Jaime Adrian: They can be nice, too. I especially loved one of the show’s producers, Elaina. She discovered me in the crowd during the audition process and really pushed for me to get as far as I could on the show. We remain great friends to this day, and she has continued to be a big supporter of my music.

What inspired you to complete No Agenda?

Jaime Adrian: After I released my single, “Feed My Ego,” people came out of the woodwork, complimenting my work. At first, I thought they were making fun of me, but the more songs my producer and I released, the more praise we received.

And you saved and paid for the album out of your own pocket?

Jaime Adrian: Yes, I continue to work six days a week to pay for all of this myself and still find the time to make the music and pay my bills. My two dogs aren’t cheap either, so it’s been a journey, for sure.

A worthwhile journey, wouldn’t you say?

Jaime Adrian: I want nothing more than to reach people I will probably never meet and to hold the hand of someone I will likely never actually feel. If one of my songs touches another soul, then it’s been worth it.

Jaime Adrian’s No Agenda is being distributed by So Fierce Music/The Orchard/Sony Music Entertainment and is available on all digital platforms.

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PSP FOCUS >> INTERNATIONAL BEAR CONVERGENCE

GIVING A BIG BEAR HUG TO PALM SPRINGS

BY CHRIS ASTRALA

Bears are coming out of hibernation and are heading to the International Bear Convergence (IBC), the premier winter event for Bears & admirers in Palm Springs, California. The event will take place on February 22-26, 2024. This desert oasis opens its arms and welcomes thousands of frisky, furry bears, their friends & their fans to Palm Springs The four-day event will come to life with DJs, live entertainment and thousands of bears from around the globe. The last 8 years have been hugely successful and expect more of the same in 2023 with record-breaking attendance. Nino Eilets & George Frank CoProducers concur “This year being our 10th we will be pulling out all the stops so expect this to be an event to remember”.

Get your weekend started with our Early Bear Welcome party at Hunter’s Night Club on Arenas Road, around the corner from the hotel.

During the day kick back and enjoy themed pool parties, with music provided by world renown DJs at the newly renovated & fabulous Hotel ZOSO. With multiple bars, cabanas, outdoor-lounge areas, and a new sun deck area overlooking the action at the pool, you’re destined to have a fantastic day.

Friday afternoon head over to BlackBook Bar on Arenas for our annual Meat & Greet sponsored by BlackBook & Growler. See old friends and make new ones. There will be a few surprises, but you must go to find out…

Friday night dust off those platform shoes and get ready to boogie, its Disco Inferno. The best disco outfit will win passes to IBC 2025. Plus, there’s going to be a live performance by the incomparable Crystal Waters that you won’t soon forget. Sponsored

by Russell Harris Event Group Saturday’s main dance event, co-sponsored by Palm Springs Leather Order of the Desert, Maximum Thrust, Bear Style Underwear Party, this will be something to talk about.

Sunday once again we will be featuring our amazing Hungry Bear Drag Brunch. Don’t you know that brunch is the most important meal of the day especially if it includes being serenaded to by fabulous queens and Bottomless Mimosas. So hit us up before you head out to the pool.

Sunday night is our Comedy night and this year we are offering you not just one comedian but three, so it is going be to a hilarious Last Laugh.

Plus, several surprises throughout the weekend. So, check out the schedule page on our website as we get closer to the event for updates.

The host hotel is just about sold out and currently has a waiting list, but we have a secondary host hotel, the Hilton Palm Springs which is right around the corner from Hotel ZOSO. Attendance was over 4000 last year (despite the weather)and is expected to grow exponentially next year.

Passes are still available online and if you miss the online deadline, there will still be a limited number of passes available at the hotel starting February 22. You can also buy tickets for individual events the day or evening of the event at the door.

Forget shoveling snow, get out of the cold and plan on hanging with the guys in Palm Springs, CA in February for IBC 2024! You know you want to!

Portions of the proceeds from this event will go to the Palm Springs LGBTQ Center, AIDS Life Cycle & AAP/Food Samaritans Sponsored (at time of printing) by: Tito’s Vodka, Russell Harris Event Group, Hunter’s Nightclub, Blackbook Bar, Growlr, KGAY, The Standard Magazine, Streetbar, Townie Bagel, Gaymart, Gun Oil, PSLOD, Steel Gym, Heslin Wealth Mangement, Sitges Bears & Casamigos Tequila. Cheers!!

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PSP FOCUS >> HARVEY MILK DIVERSITY BREAKFAST TO

HONOR STUART MILK

Recognized for his work supporting struggling and emerging LGBTQ communities in over 60 nations on six continents, Stuart Milk, nephew of Harvey Milk and Co-founder of the Harvey Milk Foundation will be honored at the 12th Annual Harvey Milk Diversity Breakfast taking place at the Palm Springs Convention Center on Thursday, May 9, 2024, at 8:30 AM for coffee hour and 9:30 AM breakfast and program.

The breakfast event is a Greater Palm Springs Pride program that annually showcases Palm Springs’ diversity, honors Harvey Milk’s memory, and celebrates his message of hope, civic-mindedness, and community.

Harvey Milk’s nephew, Stuart Milk, is the co-founder and executive chair of the Harvey Milk Foundation and a global LGBTQ rights advocate. Stuart has expanded his uncle’s example of visibility and courage, successfully leading historic global campaigns, including significant addresses and speaking events before the United Nations, the Munich Security Conference, the US State Department, the European Union, the US Department of Defense, the British Parliament, the Congress of Peru, the Seimas of the Republic of Lithuania, Parlamento Italiano, the International Court of Justice and at the White House.

Harvey Milk Day presents an opportunity to celebrate the life story, message, and legacy of Harvey Milk and educate our youth about an extraordinary leader whose courageous work to end discrimination against the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender community in the 1970s set the stage for many of the civil rights

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advances we see today that benefit all Californians. Funds raised support Coachella Valley LGBTQ youth programs.

Tickets and sponsorships are available online www.HarveyMilk. us, or you can save the processing fee and get your tickets by mail.

The ticket includes a coffee welcome at 8:30 AM and breakfast with a 9:30 AM program start time. This event is accessible for persons with hearing and mobility impairments. Additional student honorees and entertainment will be announced soon.

Co-sponsor tables of eight are available at $750.00. Tables of eight may be donated for students. Individual tickets are available for just $95.00. Info at www.harveymilk.us.

PSP FOCUS >> TRIO RESTAURANT’S 12TH ANNUAL

“HOLLYWOOD’S BIGGEST NIGHT” TO BENEFIT AAP – FOOD SAMARITANS In celebration of the 96th annual Academy Awards, TRIO Restaurant in Palm Springs will host their twelfth annual “Hollywood’s Biggest Night” Oscar party to benefit AAP – Food Samaritans at 3:30 pm on Sunday, March 10, 2024. The glittering evening will include TRIO’s signature ‘orange carpet’ arrivals featuring Meteorologist and “Eye on the Desert” host Patrick Evans and dynamic hostess and local celebrity, Bella da Ball. The Oscars® pre-show and awards presentations will be viewed on large screens throughout the restaurant. The awards broadcast begins earlier this year, at 4:00 PM. “It’s one of my favorite events of the year, and special to me because it benefits AAP – Food Samaritans, a charity that is close to my heart, said Tony Marchese, owner of TRIO and chairman of the AAP board of directors. “It’s a magical evening of festive dining, cocktails, and the greatest awards show on earth. Starting with the Hollywood-style greeting as guests walk our celebrated orange carpet, the energy in the room is electric.”

Tickets for Hollywood’s Biggest Night start at $150 per person for bar seating (limited availability), $200 for general seating, and $250 for VIP/premium seating (also limited availability).

All guests will receive a prix-fixe multi-course dinner, well drinks, wine, and champagne. Tickets may be purchased in advance at aapfoodsamaritans.org or by calling 760-325-8481.

“TRIO is the best place in the Valley to experience the magic and excitement of Oscar night,” said Mark Anton, CEO/Executive Director of AAP – Food Samaritans. “Their exceptional staff makes everyone feel like an A-list celebrity, and we are extremely grateful that AAP – Food Samaritans is once again the beneficiary of this entertaining and highly anticipated event.”

Now in its 32nd year of service to the community, AAP – Food Samaritans remains dedicated to providing nutritional support to improve the quality of the lives of people living with HIV/AIDS and other chronic illnesses, helping those who are facing food insecurity. For more information, please call 760-325-8481 or visit aapfoodsamaritans.org.

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NYE HIGHLIGHTS DAP HEALTH DAP HEALTH UNVEILS DETAILS OF ITS 2024 STEVE CHASE HUMANITARIAN AWARDS

BY DANIEL VAILLANCOURT Humanitarians of all stripes are in for an electrifying evening indoors at the Palm Springs Convention Center on Saturday, March 30 as DAP Health celebrates its 40th anniversary at its biggest fundraiser of the year, the 30th Annual Steve Chase Humanitarian Awards (AKA The Chase).

Internationally heralded solid gold hitmaker Barry Manilow — the Grammy-, Emmy-, and Tony-winning longtime Palm Springs resident who celebrates his seventh decade in show business in 2024 — will donate his performance to the internationally heralded DAP Health in honor of the organization’s four decades of lifesaving work.

This year’s Steve Chase Humanitarian Awards not only pay tribute to DAP Health’s long legacy of protecting and expanding health care access for the most vulnerable among us but recognize nine honorees who represent every community member who has helped fulfill DAP Health’s mission since it was founded as Desert AIDS Project by Palm Springs volunteers in 1984. The joint recipients of the 2024 Community Legacy Award are: • • • • • • • • •

Mark Adams Dr. Frank Figueroa Keisha Halverson (AKA Keisha D.) Patrick Jordan Terri Ketover Michael Kiner Andy Linsky Tori St. Johns Susan Unger

Gala Chair Kevin Bass promises that this year’s Steve Chase Humanitarian Awards will be bigger and better than ever — a memorable, inspiring evening that will boldly underline DAP Health’s remarkable past, present, and future as it takes its unique place on the Southern California health care landscape.

Also of note will be the live auction, with longtime DAP Health supporters El Paseo Jewelers and Hot Purple Energy both donating

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packages worth $40,000 in honor of DAP Health’s 40 years of service.

Tickets can be purchased at www.daphealth.org/thechase DAP Health’s goal is to protect and expand health care access for all people regardless of who or where they are, their health status, or whether they have health insurance. In 2023, the nonprofit (founded by community volunteers in 1984 as Desert AIDS Project) made a successful bid to absorb the Borrego Health system, enabling 1,000 health care professionals to serve a total of more than 100,000 patients of all populations, genders, and ages — from newborns to seniors — at a total of 25 Southern California clinics located within 240 rural and urban zip codes from the Coachella Valley to the San Diego coast.

Barry Manilow is a world-renowned, award-winning singersongwriter who has captivated audiences with his timeless music for the last seven decades. Beyond his considerable show business achievements, the Grammy-, Emmy-, and Tony-winning Manilow is actively involved in philanthropy, having supported various charitable causes throughout his career. Time and time again, he has stepped up as a major benefactor on behalf of DAP Health. His charitable endeavors are proof positive of a commitment to making a profound impact beyond the stage, further solidifying his legacy as both a musical icon and a compassionate humanitarian.

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THESCOOP CELEBRATING BLACK SEXCELLENCE IN TV AND FILM

BY CONNOR DAVIS In celebration of Black History Month, MrMan.com is counting down the sexiest Black actors who dared to strip down for their roles.

These amazing men are equally talented and stunning, and fans of TV and cinema should consider themselves lucky to peep one inch of their bods, no less the inches some of them have revealed they are packing between their thighs.

10) Taylor Byron Barr in Minx Taylor Byron Barr sexed up this retro porn series when he found himself tied to the railroad tracks in a homoerotic nude scene opposite Eric Brody.

9) Lil Nas X in Industry Baby Ever since famously coming out on Twitter, Lil Nas X has been one of the most outspoken gay celebrities, daring to voice what others in the industry aren’t. He leaned all the way into his sexuality for his Industry Baby music video, dancing naked in prison alongside other gorgeous Black men.

8) Billy Porter in Pose Living gay legend Billy Porter delivered his hottest scene to date in Pose, where his character Pray Tell hooks up with the much younger Ricky (Dyllón Burnside).

7) Idris Elba in Luther: The Fallen Sun Does it get any sexier than Idris Elba? This British babe left fans high and dry for years prior to showing his buns in the shower in this follow-up to his popular Luther series.

6) Trevante Rhodes in Mike The talented and irresistible Trevante Rhodes received widespread acclaim for his role in the breakout 2016 gay movie Moonlight. There wasn’t much skin in that tearjerker, which is why fans were so happy when Trevante shed all of his inhibitions for his role as Mike Tyson in the Hulu series Mike.

5) Michael B. Jordan in A Journal for Jordan The world fell in love with Michael B. Jordan after seeing his incredible physique in 2015’s Creed. It would be six years until fans were rewarded for their lust with Jordan’s buns-out performance in A Journal for Jordan.

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4) Regé-Jean Page in Bridgerton Regé-Jean Page flooded basements across the globe as the dashing Simon Basset in season one of the viral hit series Bridgerton.

The softcore shenanigans delivered five different looks at Page’s gorgeous glutes.

3) Parker Sawyers in P-Valley Did you ever want to see President Obama jerk off? Parker Sawyers, who portrays Obama in 2016’s Southside With You, does just that in the super kinky strip club series P-Valley.

2) Michael Bolwaire in All the Queen’s Men Michael Bolwaire flaunts his foot-long appendage in All the Queen’s Men, and the world will never be the same.

1) Yahya Abdul-Mateen II in Watchmen Megastar of the big and small screen, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, is the clear choice for number one on the Black Sexcellence List. Sexy, talented, and sexy (it’s worth repeating), Yahya delivered multiple looks at his manhood while playing the famously nude Dr. Manhattan in the Watchmen television series.

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QUEERTY ANNOUNCES NOMINEES FOR THE 12TH ANNUAL QUEERTIES AWARD SHOW

BY JEFF DORTA

Celebrating the Best in LGBTQ+ Entertainment and Pop Culture Queerty, the LGBTQ+ entertainment news site, is announcing its nominees for the 12th anniversary Queerties awards, taking place March 12th in Los Angeles. The Queerties is a celebration of entertainment and pop culture moments that defined the past year in the LGBTQ+ community. It is designed to uplift and spotlight LGBTQ+ creators, tastemakers, and storytellers who are not often recognized at other award shows.

“The Queerties gives voice to the LGBTQ+ community,” Scott Gatz of Q.Digital, the parent company of Queerty, explains. “It is the pop culture awards show where queer people honor the best of the best by voting for the talent and creatives they feel will have the most lasting impact on the next generation of queer youth.”

Nominees for The Queerties were selected by the editors at Queerty. Winners will be voted on by Queerty readers from now through February 22nd. Categories range from the “Badass” award, honoring the year’s top LGBTQ+ newsmakers, to “Coming Out for Good”, an award recognizing brave notables who shook up mainstream America with their coming out stories, and awards for excellence in music, TV, cinema and more.

Nominees for this year’s “Badass” include gender fluid actor Bella Ramsey (Game of Thrones and The Last of Us) and

Ncuti Gatwa (Doctor Who and Sex Education). Hunter Schafer (Euphoria) and Filipino-American beauty influencer and social media personality Bretman Rock are among those vying for the coveted “Style Icon” award. Joe Locke (Heartstopper), Karan Brar, and Wayne Brady are some of the stars being heralded for officially and unapologetically coming out this year as LGBTQ+.

In the performance categories, Colman Domingo (Rustin), Andrew Scott (All of Us Strangers) and Lily Gladstone (Killers of the Flower Moon) are among those competing in “Film Performance” while Kit Connor (Heartstopper), Matt Bomer (Fellow Travelers) and Miss Benny (Glamorous) battle it out in the TV category. Ice Spice, Victoria Monét, and Reneé Rapp are among the divas squaring off to be named the year’s “Breakout Musical Artist”.

And what is a queer award show without at least a little drama?

The 12th anniversary Queerties will award the “Best Feud” prize to the most legendary rivalry of all time. Nominees include Joan Crawford vs. Bette Davis, Mariah Carey vs. Jennifer Lopez, and Kim Cattrall vs. Sarah Jessica Parker.

For more information on the 12th Annual Queerties Award Show and to vote for your favorite nominees, visit www.queerty.com/ Queerties

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PERSPECTIVE PEN TO PAPER

BY JILL LANGHAM

I am hoping that the first month of 2024 has been a good one for you. We are off and running and I am personally feeling like things for me are heading in the right direction, for which I am grateful.

The month of January has been filled with many life lessons beginning with the birth of my youngest brother on January 20th, 1961, which was also President J.F.Kennedy’s inauguration day. I was 6-1/2 at the time and pretty much realized that my life as the youngest would be forever changed and I somehow knew that it was time for me to take care of myself. Being a third child has its challenges and if you’ve been around long enough, I’m sure you’ve seen or heard about some of the issues we face. But that conversation is for another day.

Four years later on January 22, 1965, I was run over by a car while sledding down a small hill in our front yard. The sled-run ended in a private road that saw very little traffic, that is until that night.

I ended up with a 3rd degree burn on my left-inner calf and had to undergo 2 skin grafts over the next 2 years and have a life-long scar. Another event that changed my life, as well.

But it wasn’t until January 19, 1981, that my life took a very dark turn. I was returning home from a therapy session on a very cold, dark, snowy night when I chose to fight the voice in my head that told me I was being followed. My inability to hear myself resulted in my getting raped at gunpoint. I am certain that I had PTSD from at least the car accident, if not a bit from my brother’s birth, but I definitely had it after the rape. It has taken years of therapy for me to understand all the long-term effects of that night, but I am finally on the other side of it and happily enjoy sex again!

Thank GOD! But even more importantly, I know how to trust my inner voice, my instincts and myself.

I share all this to say that for years, January was one of the hardest months of the year for me but not because I ever put two and two together. Then back in 2016, when I realized that I had forgotten about all those anniversaries, I decided to write a few words about each one of them. After the first 4500 words which flew onto the paper and with the help of my then author-client, I began

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writing my memoire (and yes, I know that in the US the word does not have an “e” on the end of it, but I think it is sexier!) which I finished 6 weeks later. I then needed to find an editor which took time, and then I was finally able to self-publish it a year later.

I can’t tell you how satisfying it was to share my story and how much it ended up connecting me with so many of you. I did not write my story with any thought of its effect or its long-term value but instead did it for me and my attempt and need to heal myself.

If you have ever considered sharing your story, I want to encourage you to do just that. You will know where to start once you have given yourself permission to do so. Trust the process, take the plunge, be open to what it stirs up in you for I promise you that you will learn a great deal about yourself, and achieve a new level of self-awareness which will allow healing to follow.

I thank you for following me on my journey and although I know that I may be older than some of you, I also know that we are all on the same path. We veer, we traverse, we slide, we wax and wane, but we eventually find our way back to the light and become better versions of ourselves. I have a lot of faith in all of you and only want the best for you. So, don’t be afraid to tell your story. It’s made you who you are today. All my mistakes have become invaluable lessons, and I can honestly say that had they not happened, I would not be this version of myself today.

XOXO, Jill, Your forever-learning, Dancing Queen

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TRANSCENDANCE OUR NUMBERS COUNT

BY JACQUELYN JAMES

As of my last update in December 2023, there isn’t a precise count of the transgender population in the United States due to various factors, including underreporting and the complexity of gender identity. Estimates from organizations such as the Williams Institute at UCLA suggest that around 2.4 million adults in the US identify as transgender. However, it’s important to note that these numbers are estimates and may not fully capture the diversity of gender identities. In most estimates the transgender population is double of any hard count.

For the most current and accurate information, I recommend consulting the latest reports or study from reputable sources. As of today, there are many who hide in the shadows, in their homes or don’t leave the hotel room. Due to the massive campaign to delete the transgender community, people are afraid to be their authentic and true self. For some it is like living in a trapped world and not ever knowing what it is like to live a happy and authentic life. We walk on the edge of society daily, never really knowing what is around the next corner. Most individuals who come out as transgender will do so and choose to live in areas where there are clusters of the trans community. It feels safe and accepting. Then there are those who cannot live within a community of like-minded individuals and must track on their own.

Transgender individuals may undergo different surgical procedures as part of their transition. For male to female (MTF) transition, surgeries could include breast augmentation, facial feminization, and genital reassignment surgery (vaginoplasty).

Female to male (FTM) transition surgeries might involve chest

reconstruction (top surgery) and genital reassignment surgery (phalloplasty or metoidioplasty). The specific steps and surgeries vary for each individual and are often personalized based on their needs and goals. Keep in mind that not all transgender individuals choose to undergo surgery as part of their transition. This does not make them any less or more of the transgender community.

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can have various effects on the brain for transgender individuals. Estrogen, for example, can lead to changes in mood, emotion regulation, and cognitive function.

Testosterone can also have effects on mood, cognition, and behavior.

These hormonal shifts can impact mental health, including alleviating gender dysphoria for some individuals. However, it’s important to note that the effects can vary from person to person, and it’s crucial for individuals to work closely with healthcare professionals throughout the process.

Living as a transgender person in today’s world can vary greatly depending on location, societal attitudes, and individual experiences. In some places, there’s increasing acceptance and legal protections, while in others, discrimination and lack of understanding persist. Many transgender individuals face challenges related to healthcare, employment, and social acceptance. Supportive communities, increased awareness, and advocacy have helped to improve conditions for many, but there is still progress to be made in achieving full equality and understanding.

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FITNESS HOW TO GET STRONGER THROUGH NUTRITION AND EXERCISE

BY BRYAN MALDONADO

Strength is an important aspect of overall wellness, but many people can have a difficult time making it an integral part of their fitness routine. In fact, according to a study in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, six in 10 American adults don’t do any muscle-strengthening activities on a regular basis. Strength training or building lean muscle is important to protect your health long term. Increasing lean muscle mass can also help to reduce the risk of injury to ligaments and tendons, and can also improve your posture, through core strength and back muscles. If you’re curious about starting strength training or want to make bigger strides with your current workout efforts, there are certain steps you can take to help you reach your goals.

What can you do to position yourself for success? Registered Dietitian, Michelle Ricker, RDN, CPT-ACSM, CPT-NASM, and director of Worldwide Health Education and Training at Herbalife, shares her expert insight.

GO BIGGER FOR FEWER REPS When you’re training for endurance, the goal is to go as long as you can in whatever activity you’re doing. Strength training is different. You want to challenge your body with weight and focus on targeted reps that have a specific impact.

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“If you are looking to build strength, instead of endurance, your workouts should be focused on lifting heavier weights and keeping the reps between 6-12,” said Ricker. “By increasing the weight and lowering the reps, you will be able to increase strength over time.”

You want to choose a weight that you can lift comfortably, while still being challenged. Ricker said the goal is to work the muscles to a perceived exhaustion, which helps build lean muscle mass and therefore strength.

PREP AND USE PROPER FORM One essential part of strength training is making sure you’re doing it the right way. Proper form matters to ensure you’re exercising muscles correctly to encourage growth and make gains.

Proper form also matters because it helps prevent injury. If you’re not sure you’re doing resistance training or strength exercises correctly, consider taking a class or hiring a trainer to help. There are also many fitness communities you can join to get peer support.

Incorporating Branched Chain Amino Acids (BCAA’s) 15 minutes prior to lifting weights or during your strength training, can also help improve lean muscle mass. BCAA is a general term for the essential

amino acids valine, leucine, and isoleucine that are metabolized by the body and used as sources of muscle energy. They have been shown to aid in muscle growth and ease muscle soreness.

MAKE DIET MATTER It’s important to fuel your muscles with proper nutrition when focusing on strength. You may need to increase calorie intake and/ or focus on getting in those critical macronutrients (protein and carbohydrates specifically) both pre- and post-workout. Muscle protein synthesis can only occur with the appropriate amino acids and carbs to bring the protein into the muscles, said Ricker.

“The biggest thing I see that people do wrong when trying to build strength is boosting protein too high and not incorporating carbs,” she said. “People are still afraid of carbs, because they’ve been trained to think they lead to extra weight gain, but the truth is that carbohydrates are a very important fuel for an athlete. They supply energy, while protein facilitates muscle building and recovery, which is why eating a carbohydrate food paired with protein can maximize lean muscle strength and size.”

TAKE SUPPLEMENTS TO POWER YOUR WORKOUTS “To build body muscle, we need to apply stress to our muscles through progressive resistance or strength training. This process requires energy, and creatine supplies a primary source of energy for this process. Therefore, ensuring we are consuming an adequate amount of creatine is essential if we want to see progress in our strength,” Ricker said.

To get adequate creatine and amino acids through the diet, she also suggests consuming red meat, an excellent source of creatine, protein, vitamins and minerals, to your strength-building meal plan.

Eating pumpkin seeds, nuts, sesame seeds and cooked quinoa, which help our bodies produce more creatine naturally for those who follow a plant-based diet.

To simplify the process of getting high-quality creatine, many people opt to use a supplement, which contains 2mg of creatine per serving. It’s an easy way to boost your pre-workout routine and helps boost your performance by providing 100mg caffeine for energy, mental focus, and performance, as well as nutrients to support movement and blood flow.

PLAN REST DAYS Resting your muscles is an essential part of a good strength training program. A good strategy is to rotate muscle groups on different days so different sessions are focused on certain parts of the body, providing a ‘rest day’ for those muscle groups worked.

For example, Monday you work your legs. Tuesdays you work your arms and shoulders. Wednesday you work your back and core. This rotation helps work muscles consistently but also provides adequate time for rest, recovery and muscle growth. From a nutrition standpoint, having a post-workout protein shake with high quality protein and the correct protein to carb ratio, will also help repair and support muscle growth.

Strong muscles are important at every age. If you are interested in increasing your strength through exercise and proper nutrition, these steps can help you make progress you can feel proud of.

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Dec 1

Jingle Mingle in the Park / PS Tree Lighting

Dec 2

31st Palm Springs Festival of Lights Parade

Dec 2

The Leslies’ Toy Drive benefitting Laurel Foundation

Dec 2-3

Indio Tamale Festival

Dec 3

PS Aerial Tramway’s Tree Lighting Ceremony

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14th Men of the Desert Fashion Show

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Rock the Park - Chicago Experience

Dec12-13/15-17

Manilow - A Gift of Love VI

Dec 14-17

Ring! Swing! Sing - Palm Springs Gay Men's Chorus

Jan 3

Rock the Park - Tina Turner Tribute by Debby Holiday

Jan 4

The Palm Springs Film Awards 2024

Jan 5-14

Palm Springs International Film Fest 2024

Jan15-21

The American Express Golf Tournament 2024

Jan 19

Firebirds / Barracks / Pride Night

Jan 26-28

Desert Open Studios 2024

Jan 27

Palm Springs Health Run & Fitness Expo

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Palm Springs Art Museum's Art Party

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Rock the Park - Tribute to David Bowie

Feb 15-25

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Feb 22-26

IBC / International Bear Convergence

Mar 6

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March 8-10

Cathedral City LGBT Days

Mar 15-21

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Palm Springs International Pride Hockey Tournament

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