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October

October 25, 2014

2:00-3:00 PM

Entertainment Segment

THE DESERT DATEBOOK
Presented by the City of Palm Springs
www.palmspringsca.gov and (760) 323-8299
Jeff Hocker
(760) 409-1530
Click here for details

RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK
D.J. Balmontes
Discussing California Pizza Kitchen in Palm Desert on El Paseo and plans for Palm Springs store in 2016.
www.cpk.com
(760) 776-5036

TALK OF STARS – PALM CANYON THEATRE
Bobbie Eakes and Daivd Steen
Discussing “Young Frankenstein” 10/24 to 11/2.
www.palmcanyontheatre.org
scare cab(760) 323-5123

YELLOW CAB OF THE DESERT
Mike Dreuyter
Discussing Halloween “Scare Cab”.
www.yellowcabofthedesert.com
(760) 340-TAXI

LYMPHATICS
Judy Taylor
Discussing her new book about your “inner ocean” and the importance of water in your body/life.
www.judytaylorlymphatics.com

Home/Services
Giveaway winner:

Molly T. of Rancho Mirage


3:00-4:00 PM

Oscar_de_la_Renta_by_foto_di_mattiMedical Segment

TIME PASSAGES
Charlie Dyer
Discussing Oscar De La Renta (photo right) at 82.

EISENHOWER MEDICAL CENTER
Alison Mayer Sachs
Discussing November being Lung Cancer Awareness Month; 11/4 and 11/18 lectures by leading oncology experts in these one hour workshops; 11/7 and 11/21 free lung cancer risk assessment for America’s Veterans at the Luci Curci Cancer Center; 11/13 – “Shine a Light on Lung Cancer” community event for and by those experiencing lung cancer.
www.emc.org
(760) 834-3798

DESERT FAMILY MEDICAL CENTER
Dr. Kimberley Yang
Discussing 11/8 annual Human Rights function; two facilities, Palm Springs and Cathedral City.
www.hrc.org and www.desertfamilymed.com
(760) 323-4272

BILHARTZ INSURANCE
Brian Bilhartz, Health Plan Advisor
Discussing open enrollment for Medicare; life-long penalty if you don’t enroll in a timely manner.
www.bilhartzinsurance.com
(760) 459-9617

Kids/Pets Giveaway winner:

Glenn M. of Desert Hot Springs


4:00-5:00 PM

Extreme Home Makeover/Joey Edition Segment

GAMEROOM GALLERY
Michael Lansing
Discussing “come home to fun” gadgets.
www.gameroomgallery.com
(760) 343-5177

KATE PORTER PHOTOGRAPHY
Kate Porter
Discussing earthquake proofing your home for your animals.
www.kateporterphotography.net
(760) 777-0237

MAXIMUM SECURITY
Steve Kaufer
Discussing new innovations in home security.
www.maximumsecurity.info
(760) 770-0777

PALM SPRINGS AERIAL TRAM
Greg Purdy
Discussing snow guessing contest, tram open now after annual inspection.
www.pstramway.com
(760) 325-1391

ASCEND INSURANCE
Dennis Van Buskirk
Discussing all types of insurances, especially earthquake.
www.ascendins.com
(760) 341-3477

CRAIG AND DREW COOL MODERN HOMES
Craig Coleman
Discussing “Haunted Houses” contest and the need for homes to sell.
www.craiganddrew.com
(760) 424-2039

– $20. CPK pizza dough – won by Georgia E. of Calimesa
– $20. CPK pizza dough – won by Ed C. of Palm Springs
– $20. CPK pizza dough – won by Terry G. of Desert Hot Springs

HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTEST
Jeff Hocker

– MOST ORIGINAL – $20. CPK pizza dough – won by Marian H. of Desert Hot Springs
– FUNNIEST – $20. CPK pizza dough – won by Danuta B. of Palm Springs
– SCARIEST – $20. CPK pizza dough – won by Gilbert and Glenn of Desert Hot Springs

Shows/Tours
Giveaway winner:

Helen C. of Palm Springs

For a complete list of prizes awarded click here

October 18, 2014

2:00-3:00 PM

Entertainment Segment

THE DESERT DATEBOOK
Presented by the City of Palm Springs
www.palmspringsca.gov and (760) 323-8299
Jeff Hocker
(760) 409-1530
Click here for details

RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK
Didier Bloch
Discussing Cafe des Beaux Arts on El Paseo; 21 years of operation; 11/19 “Marilyn, Maddness and Me” play reading at Rancho Mirage Library get tickets at www.ranchomiragelibrary.org; and his book “Palm Springs Lite”.
www.cafedesbeauxarts.com
(760) 346-0669

PALM CANYON THEATRE
Ben Reece
Discussing “Young Frankenstein” 10/24 to 11/2.
www.palmcanyontheatre.org
(760) 323-5123

COACHELLA VALLEY REPERTORY THEATRE
Sid Craig
Discussing 11/2 “A Magical Evening” fundraiser at the Annerberg Center at EMC.
www.cvrep.org
(760) 296-2966

ZOMBIE WALK
Miguel Navarro
Discussing 10/30 event. Meet at Baristo and Palm Canyon Drive at 7 PM; bring a non-perishable food item for Safehouse of the Desert.
www.zombiewalkpalmsprings.com

P.S.U.S.D. SCHOOL BOARD
Dr. Vanessa Sheldon
Discusing her candidacy and school needs.
www.gold2ivory.com

Home/Services
Giveaway winner:

Brandon S. of Yucca Valley
1st TIME WINNER!!!!


3:00-4:00 PM

Medical/Body English/Legal Segment

DESERT OASIS HEALTH CARE
Helene Le Clair and Dr. Brian Hodgkins
Discussing open enrollment until Dec. 7; schedule of seminars to explain Open Enrollment; starting 10/21 at Joslyn Center.
www.mydohc.com

TED GUICE FITNESS
Ted Guice
Discussing his classes; his Senior Specific classes; gift certificates at World Gym in Palm Springs; getting thru Holiday Parties without guilt.
www.tedguicefitness.com

EVERYDAY LEGAL
Daniel Martorella
fred donnell of elmersDiscussing legal issues of moving; new website coming.
(760) 776-6666

TIME PASSAGES
Charlie Dyer
Discussing Fred Donnell (photo right) Jan. 12, 1947 – Oct. 13, 2014 husband of Jackie Donnell, the owners of Elmer’s.
www.forestlawn.com

Kids/Pets Giveaway winner:

Marian H. of Desert Hot Springs


4:00-5:00 PM

Books/Authors/Fashion Segment

PALM SPRINGS LIFE MAGAZINE
Joan McKenna
Discussing October magazine, the “Annual Progress” issue.
Judy Garland and Joey Luftwww.palmspringslife.com
(760) 325-2333

TALK OF STARS
Joey Luft
Discussing his concert tonight 10/18 about his Mother, Judy Garland at the Camelot Theater.
www.camelottheatres.com
(760) 325-6565

CAROLDEAN’S RESALE THERAPY
CarolDean Ross
Discussing her charity bike ride; her 10,000 square feet of shopping of previously “loved” clothing from “Gap to Gucci”.
www.resaletherapyps.com
(760) 321-6556

MY LITTLE FLOWER SHOP
Gregory Goodman
Discussing his new “My Little Bridal” Boutique; his flower services, so many wedding this season.
www.mylittleflowershop.com
(760) 778-7111

STUDIO BE
1412895121158_wps_15_SATURDAY_NIGHT_LIVE_EpisoBobbie Eakes
Discussing her new dress boutique in the Design District of N. Palm Canyon and also at the Ritz Carlton Hotel.
www.bobbieeakes.com

TIME PASSAGES
Charlie Dyer
Discussing Jan Hooks (photo right) 1957-2014.
www.janhooks.com

TIME PASSAGES
Charlie Dyer
Discussing Elizabeth Pena’s death at 55.
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Shows/Tours
Giveaway winner:

Gilbert H. of Desert Hot Springs

October 11, 2014

2:00-3:00 PM

Entertainment/Animals Segment

THE DESERT DATEBOOK
Presented by the City of Palm Springs
www.palmspringsca.gov and (760) 323-8299
Jeff Hocker
(760) 409-1530
Click here for details

PALM CANYON THEATRE
Stegar Thompson
Discussing “Young Frankenstein” 10/24 to 11/2.
www.palmcanyontheatre.org
(760) 323-5123

“STEP BY STEP”
Isa Lapaj
Discussing classes at his studio; “Red Hot Balloon” for 1100 students; 10/25 Tram Challenge.
isalapaj@nullyahoo.com
(760) 778-6192

ANIMAL SAMARITANS
Tom Snyder
Discussing event at Westfield Mall now to Halloween student art contest “Kindness to Animals”.
www.animalsamaritans.org
(760) 343-3477

LOVING ALL ANIMALS
Lynne Lockwood
Discussing 10/18 Adoption at Street Fair in P.D.; 10/18, 19 L.Q.’s Cadillac dealership adoption.
www.lovingallanimals.org
(760) 834-7000

PALM SPRINGS ANIMAL SHELTER
Alicia Bailey
Discussing 10/12 – “Gertie Runs with the Big Dogs” doggie adoption.
www.psanimalshelter.org
(760) 416-5718

CASUAL CONCOURS
Mark Jones
Discussing Classic Car show 10/18 from 10 AM to 3 PM benefiting the P.S. Animal Shelter @ Desert Princess C.C; fashion show and chance to win a Classic car.
www.casualconcours.brownpapertickets.com
(760) 668-9194

Home/Services
Giveaway winner:

Glenn M. of Desert Hot Springs


3:00-4:00 PM

Senior Moment Segment

MIZELL SENIOR CENTER
Charlie Dyer
“Arthur Newman Freeway” Report for October “SENIOR MOMENT” – Presented by The Auen Foundation
www.auenfoundation.org

  • THERMAL SENIOR CENTER (760) 399-0081
  • COACHELLA SENIOR CENTER (760) 398-3502
  • INDIO SENIOR CENTER (760) 391-4170
  • LA QUINTA SENIOR CENTER (760) 564-0096
  • JOSLYN SENIOR CENTER (760) 325-2731
  • DESERT HOT SPRINGS SENIOR CENTER (760) 329-0222
  • CATHEDRAL CITY SENIOR CENTER (760) 321-1548
  • THE CENTER PALM SPRINGS (760) 416-7790
  • MIZELL SENIOR CENTER (760) 323-5689

BROOKDALE MIRAGE INN
John Redford
Discussing all October activities, all residence offerings for their clients, communication between clients and families; holiday plans.
www.brookdale.com
(760) 346-7772

FOREST LAWN
Larry Davis
Gloria LoringDiscussing planning and paying for your final arrangements so they can’t be changed; 10/29 “Making it Thru the Holidays” seminar for folks having suffered a loss.
www.forestlawn.com
(760) 327-0044

TALK OF STARS
Gloria Loring
Discussing 10/11 her show at the Copa.
www.copapalmsprings.com
(760) 322-3554

Kids/Pets Giveaway winner:

Jeremiah G. of Cathedral City and South Carolina
1st TIME WINNER!!!!!


4:00-5:00 PM

Medical/Children/Charities Segment

DESERT REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
Dr. Deborah Streletz
Discussing 10/16 lecture “I Found My Keys, Now Where’s My Car” re: dementia.
www.desertregional.com
RSVP (800) 491-4990

STROKE RECOVERY CENTER
Bev Greer
Discussing 11/22 “Copacabana” Annual Gala at the Riviera; “Jackie Lee’s Thrift Shop; all services and programs.
www.strokerecoverycenter.org
(760) 561-7373

DESERT ARC
Mitch Blumberg
Discussing 11/1,2 Pride; Italian Festival in La Quinta.
www.desertarc.org
(760) 346-1611

GILDA’S CLUB
Paula Kennedy
Discussing all Oct. events; her retirement and years of service.
www.gildasclubdesertcities.org
(760) 770-5678

ANGEL VIEW
Tracy Powers
Discussing 10/23 Fashion Show, Lunch, Outdoor Boutique and Silent Auction at Cuistot.
www.angelview.org
(760) 322-2440

CAMELOT THEATRE/PLANNED PARENTHOOD
Eileen Stern
Discussing 10/26 “Reel women” film festival to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
www.camelottheatres.com
(760) 325-6565

NATIONAL PHILANTHROPY DAY
Jan Hawkins
Discussing 11/12 event at the Agua Caliente Casino.
www.afpcadesert.org
(760) 449-1791

LIVING DESERT
Kerry Graves
Discussing “Howl-O-Ween” 10/25,26; new babies on exhibit; “member-only” functions.
www.livingdesert.org
(760) 346-5694

Shows/Tours
Giveaway winner:

Terry G. of Desert Hot Springs

October 4, 2014

2:00-3:00 PM

Entertainment Segment

THE DESERT DATEBOOK
Presented by the City of Palm Springs
www.palmspringsca.gov and (760) 323-8299
Jeff Hocker
(760) 409-1530
Click here for details

MC CALLUM THEATRE
Jeff Norman
Discussing entire month of Oct. and Nov. shows, including “Mitch’s Picks”.
www.mccallumtheatre.com
(760) 340-ARTS

“ESSENCE OF WHITNEY”
Gennine Jackson and Olivia Smith
Discussing 10/4 event at “Wang’s”; and 10/18,19 at I.W. Theatre.
www.essenceofwhitney.org and www.brownpapertickets.com

RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK
Jackie Donnell
Discussing “Elmer’s” new menu items.
www.eatatelmers.com
(760) 327-8419

PALM SPRINGS VINTAGE MARKET
Rick Jeffs
Discussing 10/5 market in the Spa’s parking lot.
www.palmspringsvintagemarket.com
(760) 534-7968

PALM SPRINGS AIR MUSEUM
Ann Greer
Discussing 10/25 – 7th annual chili cookoff and car show.
www.palmspringsairmusum.org
(760) 778-6262

Home/Services
Giveaway winner:

Dorothy F. of Desert Hot Springs


3:00-4:00 PM

Medical/Arts/Artists Segment

THE BRAILLE INSTITUTE 
David Peet
Discussing all free services and programs; history.
www.brailleinstitute.org
(760) 321-1111

RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK
Paris Kessinger
Discussing “Alibi Azul”, 369 N. Palm Cyn. Dr., weekly Thurs., Fri and Sat. shows; menu.
www.alibiazul.com
(760) 325-5533

AGUA CALIENTE CULTURAL MUSEUM
Dr. Michael Hammond
Discussing 10/12 “Dinner in the Canyons”; menu, entertainment, history.
www.accmuseum.org
(760) 778-1079

SIMON LUCKINBILL’S EXHIBIT
Simon Luckinbill
Discussing his style, his “Dream States” collection; his display at S. Palm Cyn. Koffi.
www.sy-art-gallery.myshopify.com

Kids/Pets Giveaway winner:

Helen C. of Palm Springs


4:00-5:00 PM

LGBT Segment

DESERT AIDS PROJECT
Kelly Coe and Ron Willison
Discussing 10/5 – FREE “Under and Out” swimsuit and underwear show at the Saguaro Hotel; 10/18 -Desert Aids Walk.
www.desertaidsproject.org and www.desertaidswalk.org
(760) 340-3911

DESERT ROSE PLAYHOUSE
Jim Strait
Discussing “Anita Bryant Died for Your Sins” hit play.
www.desertroseplayhouse.org
(760) 202-3000

PALM SPRINGS PRIDE
Ron de Harte
Discussing 11/7, 8, 9 Pride events; all free; all outdoors.
www.pspride.org
(760) 416-8711

PALM CANYON THEATRE
Justin Joseph
Discussing complete 2014 -2015 Season line up; “The Who’s Tommy” 9/26 – Oct. 12, 2014.
www.palmcanyontheatre.org
(760) 323-5123

Shows/Tours
Giveaway winner:

Danuta B. of Palm Springs

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