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2016

January 16, 2016

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
Marcie Madain
Discussing “Fresh Juice Bar”. Menu, location, health and fitness benefits, all ages.
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(760) 778-3444

PALM CANYON THEATRE
Robbie Wayne
Discussing entire Season offerings; 1/22 – 27 “Anything Goes” w/live musicians; 2/12 – 2/14 “Sordid Lives” w/much of original cast; Se Layne, Judith Chapman, Joey English (as Bitsy Mae Harling, photo at right) etc.
www.palmcanyontheatre.org
(760) 323-5123

MC CALLUM MOMENTS
Mary Lou Metzger
Discussing 1/19 “Reunion of the Champagne Music Makers”.
www.mccallumtheatre.com
(760) 340-ARTS

MC CALLUM MOMENTS
Marilyn McCoo & Billy Davis, Jr.
Discussing 1/21 concert “Up, Up and Away”.
www.mccallumtheatre.com
(760) 340-ARTS
McCoo and Davis

CAMELOT THEATRES “LUNAFEST”
Joan Boiko
Discussing 1/30 short film fest by, for and about women presented by Soroptimist International of P.S. & La Quinta at the Camelot Theatres.
www.lunafestpalmsprings.com

Home/Services
Giveaway winner:

George C. of Cathedral City


3:00-4:00 PM

Medical/Legal Segment

DESERT OASIS HEALTH CARE
Brian Hodgkins
Discussing flu season, having a pharmacist-supported smoking cessation program at D.O.H.C.; being part of 2/22 Mizell fundraiser (“The Supremes, Live at the Coconut Grove” at the Air Museum); being part of the 4/30 Rancho Mirage Choir “Magic, Music and Mystery’ at the R.M. High School.
www.mydohc.com
(760) 969-6560

MARTORELLA LAW GROUP
Daniel Martorella
Discussing legal issues w/immigration in the news; the fact that services of public defenders are NOT FREE anymore; Everyday Legal for low cost legal assistance.
(760) 324-3212
Fax (760) 324-3932

TALK OF STARS
Don Brewer Original member of GRAND FUNK RAILROAD!!!!!
Discussing tonight’s FREE “Grand Funk Railroad” concert outdoor under the Palm Bar Gardens @ the Spa Resort Casino.
www.sparesortcasino.com
(888) 999-1995

Kids/Pets Giveaway winner:

Glenn M. of Desert Hot Springs


4:00-5:00 PM

P.S.I.F.F./Fashion/Talk of Stars/Time Passages Segment

STUDIO KATE FLORAL
Kate Minelian
Discussing all aspects of couture floral, event, and wedding design. Need for models for different “shoots” she is doing.
www.studiokatefloral.com
(760) 437-3570

TALK OF STARS – PURPLE ROOM
Sally Kellerman
Discussing 1/16 dinner at 5:30 and show at 7 PM; 1/17 brunch at 11:30 and show at 1 PM.
www.purpleroompalmsprings.com
(760) 322-4422
sally kellerman

PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Producer Richard De Santis
Behind the scenes the day of the Gala 1/2.
www.psfilmfest.org
(760) 778-8979

PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Party Planner Sherry Kelly
Behind the scenes the day before the Gala 1/1.
www.psfilmfest.org
(760) 778-8979

TIME PASSAGES
Charlie Dyer
Discussing David Bowie 1/8/1947 – 1/10/2016.
david bowie

Shows/Tours
Giveaway winner:

Linda B. of Cathedral City

January 9, 2016

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
Adam Sak
Discussing “JEM Steakhouse” at Spotlight 29. Open Wednesday – Sunday 3 to 7 PM. Menu items – specializing in steak and seafood dishes.
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(760) 775-5566

PALM CANYON THEATRE
Francesca Amari
Discussing entire Season offerings; showing P.S.I.F.F. films during the Festival; 1/22 – 27 “Anything Goes” w/live musicians; 2/12 – 2/14 “Sordid Lives” w/much of original cast; Se Layne, Judith Chapman, Joey English (as Bitsy Mae Harling, photo at right) etc.
www.palmcanyontheatre.org
(760) 323-5123

DESERT ROSE PLAYHOUSE
Jim Strait
Discussing Tony Kushner’s “Angels in America” 1/15 – 2/21.
www.desertroseplayhouse.org
(760) 202-3333

ALIBI AZUL SHOWROOM
Shirley Claire
Discussing her 1/16: show “I’m Gonna Live ‘Till I Die”.
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PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Rick McKay
Discussing “Broadway: Beyond the Golden Age” – photo of Glenn Close from the Desert Sun’s article (right) by B. Fessier. Broadway documentary preserves the stuff of legends.
www.broadwaythemovie.com and www.psfilmfest.org
(760) 778-8979

PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Roger Sherman
Discussing “In Search of Israeli Cuisine”.
www.israelicuisinefilm.com and www.psfilmfest.org
(760) 778-8979

Home/Services
Giveaway winner:

Sherry P. of Rancho Mirage


3:00-4:00 PM

Senior Moment Segment

ARTHUR NEWMAN FREEWAY
Presented by the Auen Foundation www.auenfoundation.org
Jack Newby

  • Cathedral City Senior Center (760) 321-1548
  • The Center Palm Springs (760) 416-7790
  • Coachella Senior Center (760) 398-3502
  • Desert Hot Springs Senior Center (760) 329-0222
  • Indio Senior Center (760) 391-4170
  • Joslyn Senior Center (760) 325-2731
  • La Quinta Senior Center (760) 564-0096
  • Mizell Senior Center www.mizell.org and (760) 323-5689
  • Thermal Senior Center (760) 399-0081

BROOKDALE
John Redford
Discussing different levels of living available, location, services, activities.
www.brookdale.com
(760) 346-7772

FOREST LAWN
Larry Davis
Discussing New Year’s resolution for pre-planning AND pre-paying for funerals.
www.forestlawn.com
(760) 321-6009

PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Jaco Van Dormael
Discussing “The Brand New Testament”.
www.psfilmfest.org
(760) 778-8979

Kids/Pets Giveaway winner:

Freida J. of Palm Springs


4:00-5:00 PM

PSIFF/Medical/Children/Charities Segment

PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Asif Kapadi and Nick Shymansky
natalie-coleDiscussing “Amy”.
www.psfilmfest.org
(760) 778-8979

TIME PASSAGES
Charlie Dyer
Discussing Natalie Cole 2/6/50 – 12/31/16.

NEURO VITALITY CENTER
Bev Greer
Discussing goals for 2016; fundraising needs.
www.neurovitalitycenter.org
(760) 323-7676

DESERT REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
Richard Ramhoff
Discussing physicians in UCR School of Medicine Residency at D.R.M.C. to launch street medicine program for homeless (760) 561-7327. Participation in the Desert Woman’s Show 1/16,17, 2016 at the Agua Caliente Casino w/ “Tests that can save a woman’s life” — contact info: www.desertwomansshow.com.
www.desertregional.com

DESERT CANCER FOUNDATION
Paula Simonds
Discussing 1/30 “Better Together Cancer Outreach” free event at La Quinta Civic Center Campus.
www.desertcancerfoundation.org
(760) 773-6554

DESERT ARC
Mitch Blumberg
Discussing 1/13 Art Exhibition at the P.D. Historical Society of clients’ artwork; 1/30 “Party w/A Purpose”.
www.desertarc.org
(760) 346-1611

COACHELLA VALLEY VOLUNTEERS IN MEDICINE
Doug Morin
Discussing mission statement about offering free primary care medical service clinic in the CV. How, Where, Who and When details about the clinic. 2/5 “Wine Lover’s Auction” at Thunderbird C.C.
www.cvvim.org
(760) 342-4414

TOOLS FOR TOMORROW
Jennie Inch
Discussing her being honored 1/31 at Spencer’s for “Musical Memories” a 50’s and 60’s Dance Party.
www.toolsfortomorrow.org
(760) 601-3954

Shows/Tours
Giveaway winner:

Gilbert H. of Desert Hot Springs

January 2, 2016

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
Jacky Donnell
Discussing “Elmer’s”: 2016 menu offerings; her staff; her location and web site and phone; her restaurant’s awards.
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(760) 327-8419

PALM CANYON THEATRE
Morgana Corelli
Discussing entire Season offerings; showing PSIFF films during the Festival; 1/22 – 27 “Anything Goes” w/live musicians; 2/12 – 2/14 “Sordid Lives” w/much of original cast; Se Layne, Judith Chapman, Joey English (as Bitsy Mae Harling, photo at right) etc.
www.palmcanyontheatre.org
(760) 323-5123

PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Therese Hayes, Programmer
Discussing 413 screenings of over 176 films from over 60 countries during 11 days attended by 130,000.
www.psfilmfest.org

Home/Services
Giveaway winner:

Tom T. of Palm Desert
1ST TIME WINNER!!!!


3:00-4:00 PM

Medical/Sports/Museums Segment

TOWN CENTER COMPOUNDING PHARMACY
Leslie Todd
Discussing how bio-identical hormones and alkaline water affect cancer in children; bi-polar disorder; sweets and acne; inflammation; the drug Abilify and compulsive gambling.
www.facebook.com/towncentercompoundingpharmacy
Fred Williamsom(760) 341-3984

WOUNDED WARRIORS
Fred “the Hammer” Williamson
Discussing 1/8 & 9 7th Annual Fred “The Hammer” Celebrity Invitational Golf Tournament at Fantasy Springs and the 50th Super Bowl predictions; his football and show business career.
www.fantasyspringsresort.com

AGUA CALIENTE CULTURAL MUSEUM
Dr. Michael Hammond
Discussing award winning “Section 14  – The Other Palm Springs” exhibit; sharing of exhibits w/the Smithsonian. Coming next: “Indivisible” African-Native American Lives in the Americas.
www.accmuseum.org
(760) 778-1079

PALM SPRINGS MUSEUM/ANNENBERG THEATRE
Tom Truhe
Discussing upcoming events: 1/12: Julia Murney; 1/16: Marilyn Maye; 1/17: Jimmy Hopper; 1/22 H.J. Meyerman Benefit; 2/20: Christine Andreas; 3/19 Ben Vereen among others.
www.psmuseum.org
(760) 325-4490

MARK RUSSELL INTERIORS DESIGN STUDIO
Russ Parenti
Discussing new colors, styles and innovations in interior design. Free estimates. Thayer Cogin brand. 633 S. Palm Cyn., Dr., Palm Springs.
www.markrussellinteriors.com
(760) 327-3006

Kids/Pets Giveaway winner:

Lisa W. of Palm Springs
1ST TIME WINNER!!!!


4:00-5:00 PM

LGBT/Cities Segment

DESERT AIDS PROJECT
Brett Klein
Discussing all services and programs for HIV clients; fundraising efforts.
www.desertaidsproject.org
(760) 323-2118

REVIVALS STORES
Charles Huff
Donate, consign, volunteer and shop. 1/2/16 – 50% off donated items; 60% off brand new resort wear; 50% off new selected art.
www.revivalsstores.com
(877) 770-7738

CITY OF PALM SPRINGS MAYOR’S RACE AND WELLNESS FESTIVAL
Joe Jackson
Discussing 1/24 event at Ruth Hardy Park; scheduled from 7:30 AM for all ages.
www.healthyplanethealthyyoups.com
(760) 323-8214

Shows/Tours
Giveaway winner:

Judith P. of Cathedral City

Rest in Peace

R.I.P. Bob Beckwith 09.21.1933 – 02.2024

R.I.P. Carl Weathers 1.14.48 – 2.1.24

R.I.P. Chita Rivera 1.23.33-1.30.24

R.I.P. Joyce Randolph 10.21.1924 – 1.13.2024

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