09:00 – 10:00 AM

Hour 1 Seg 1 – Restaurant of the Week Segment

Hello, hello Joey Pals;
Just to remind you, that even though I am doing my best to provide you up-to-date information, please check websites and phone numbers for the latest. Coronavirus Hotlines and Websites: Desert Oasis Healthcare www.mydohc.com; Eisenhower Health (760) 837-8988; Desert AIDS Project Triage Clinic (760) 992-0407. Be well and all the best. Blessings, Joey.

Click HERE for information about COVID-19 from Desert Oasis Healthcare and the Centers for Disease Control.

RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Pat Milsop re: “Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar”. 71800 CA-111, Rancho Mirage, CA. 92270.
– REPORT on Tomahawk Tuesday. 3 courses. $125. for 2 persons. Includes 2 salads, 35-ounce Tomahawk steak, 2 sides and 2 desserts. PLUS A $40. GIFT CERTIFICATE.
– REPORT on the “pick-up station” out of their side door, next to the parking lot.
– Take-out menu is on the website. About 95% of the regular menu is available for take-out.
– Paired up w/ Uber to deliver to you.
– REPORT on FAMILY DINNER FOR 4 for $110. Plus a $40. discount. Chicken, but you can upgrade to steak for four.
– REPORT on the staff. DISCUSSION of his family.
– Open 7 days a week. Start serving @ noon until 8 PM. Lunch menu for carry-out on the website. Wine list is on-line and available too. Wines are discounted now, some as much as 50% off.
– REPORT on the take-out for Mother’s Day, possibly the family dinner.
www.flemingssteakhouse.com
(760) 776-6685)

Pat

09:00 – 10:00 AM

Hour 1 Seg 2 – Desert Oasis Healthcare Segment

Hello, hello Joey Pals;
Just to remind you, that even though I am doing my best to provide you up-to-date information, please check websites and phone numbers for the latest. Coronavirus Hotlines and Websites: Desert Oasis Healthcare www.mydohc.com; Eisenhower Health (760) 837-8988; Desert AIDS Project Triage Clinic (760) 992-0407. Be well and all the best. Blessings, Joey.

Click HERE for information about COVID-19 from Desert Oasis Healthcare and the Centers for Disease Control.

DESERT OASIS HEALTHCARE w/ Dr. Brian Hodgkins re: Executive V.P. of Clinical Operations; 275 El Cielo Rd., Palm Springs, 92262.
– REPORT that D.O.H.C. is working closely w/ Eisenhower Health, Desert Care Network and Desert AIDS Project to service the community.
– REPORT that you don’t necessarily need to wipe down your groceries.
– REPORT that children are getting Kawasaki syndrome, i.e. children are getting the coronavirus in some form.
– REPORT that there has been no sign of the disease from take-out.
– REPORT that there is a molecular nasal swab test available for $119. There is an issues w/ the accuracy of this test. Doesn’t show if there is immunity. Not a diagnostic test. Lacks the information needed.
– Our infection rate is less than 5% here in our community. BUT if you are going to be 3 feet from someone, wear a mask. Still a significant benefit to wearing a mask.
– C.V. has 700 positive cases and our doubling rate has slowed. Hospitals are getting busy w/ sick people showing up that HAVE NEEDED care and have avoided going in.
– Hospitals starting to open up to out-patient surgical procedures.
– REPORT on the drug Remdesivir. Showed that people treated earlier on w/ the drug had a shorter hospital stay.
– REPORT that there is a COVID-19 testing center @ their campus on El Cielo. Testing between 30 – 40 folks a day. For D.O.H.C.’s employees and patients. CALL FIRST. Turn-around time is 2 to 3 days.
– Once you are swabbed IN YOUR CAR, you are committed to quarantine for 14 days until you get the test result.
– DISCUSSION of their (760) 969-6555 patient help line for D.O.H.C. clients.
– DISCUSSION that smokers may have better immunity to COVID-19 due to the nicotine. Better to take Vit., D and Vit., C.
– GOOD NEWS we are prepared for the coronavirus to reappear in the Fall. Curve has slowed especially in the CV.
www.mydohc.com
(760) 969-6555)

Brian

09:00 – 10:00 AM

Hour 1 Seg 3 – Theatre Segment

Hello, hello Joey Pals;
Just to remind you, that even though I am doing my best to provide you up-to-date information, please check websites and phone numbers for the latest. Coronavirus Hotlines and Websites: Desert Oasis Healthcare www.mydohc.com; Eisenhower Health (760) 837-8988; Desert AIDS Project Triage Clinic (760) 992-0407. Be well and all the best. Blessings, Joey.

Click HERE for information about COVID-19 from Desert Oasis Healthcare and the Centers for Disease Control.

PALM CANYON THEATRE. w/ Steven Smith re: Musical Director. 538 N. Palm Cyn., Dr., Palm Springs, CA. 92262.
– REPORT that the Palm Canyon Theatre is closed since “Pajama Game”.
– “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” is canceled.
– “Sordid Lives” is canceled.
– “Godspell” is canceled.
– DISCUSSION of the national theater scene.
– REPORT that some theaters are doing virtual FB shows.
– DISCUSSION of how community theaters will do after they reopen and how the seating will be accomplished for instance.
www.palmcanyontheatre.org
(760) 323-5123)

Steven

10:00 – 11:00 AM

Hour 2 Seg 1 – Palm Springs Chamber Segment

Hello, hello Joey Pals;
Just to remind you, that even though I am doing my best to provide you up-to-date information, please check websites and phone numbers for the latest. Coronavirus Hotlines and Websites: Desert Oasis Healthcare www.mydohc.com; Eisenhower Health (760) 837-8988; Desert AIDS Project Triage Clinic (760) 992-0407. Be well and all the best. Blessings, Joey.

Click HERE for information about COVID-19 from Desert Oasis Healthcare and the Centers for Disease Control.

PALM SPRINGS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE w/ Nona Watson re: CEO for going on 12 years. 190 W. Amado Rd., Palm Springs, CA. 92262.
– She’s a member of Mayor Kors’ task force for “re-opening” Palm Springs. REPORT that the County also is putting a task force together and she hopes to sit on that committee as well.
– REPORT on the task force’s first meeting. Program for Restaurants to feed “high risk Seniors….supported by City and County.
– 35 people on this committee. Representative from all sectors of the Palm Springs community.
– Brittany from the Chamber is taking P.S. Monopoly games around to members to see how they can help a business. One-on-one approach. Reaching 40 businesses a day this way.
– REPORT on the Chamber’s website. 5/5 there will be a virtual town hall meeting @ 11 AM. Login for that is on the website. Will deal w/ recovery.
– REPORT on virtual Chamber lunches. May will feature the “Sandwich Spot” 276 N. Palm Cyn., and get lunch and then go home and join the Zoom virtual Chamber lunch.
– Website has Restaurant info, financial information, proposed re-opening changes, creative things going forward, etc.
www.pschamber.org
(760) 325-1577)

Nona

10:00 – 11:00 AM

Hour 2 Seg 2 – Air Museum Segment

Hello, hello Joey Pals;
Just to remind you, that even though I am doing my best to provide you up-to-date information, please check websites and phone numbers for the latest. Coronavirus Hotlines and Websites: Desert Oasis Healthcare www.mydohc.com; Eisenhower Health (760) 837-8988; Desert AIDS Project Triage Clinic (760) 992-0407. Be well and all the best. Blessings, Joey.

Click HERE for information about COVID-19 from Desert Oasis Healthcare and the Centers for Disease Control.

PALM SPRINGS AIR MUSEUM w/ Ann Greer re: 745 N. Gene Autry Tr., Palm Springs, CA. 92262.
– Frontline Friday Flyovers C47, P51 and P63 King Cobra (one of only 3 that fly in the U.S.) will fly a different flight path over the Coachella Valley each Friday in the month of May starting @ 1.
– REPORT that Mon., May 25 there will be no Memorial Day flower drop, BUT there will be 8 War-Birds flying over the Coachella Valley to honor everyone who has served.
– REPORT on the Wednesday War-Bird. Virtual tour of a different vintage plane each week. Sign up on the website and you’ll get the notices.
– REPORT that donations are needed to keep the planes maintained, even though the Museum is closed.
www.palmspringsairmuseum.org
(760) 778-6262)

ACT FOR MS
– REPORT that there will be virtual classes etc.,
– REPORT that their clients are doing better than they would without Actforms.
– Actforms helps to pay the electric bill for clients.
www.actforms.org
(760) 773-9806)

WARING INTERNATIONAL
– “Three Pianos, Six Hands” @ the McCallum Wed., Nov., 4.
– Virginia Waring International Piano Competition March 28 – April 5,2021.
www.vwipc.org
(760) 773-2575)

Ann

10:00 – 11:00 AM

Hour 2 Seg 3 – Desert Water Agency Segment

Hello, hello Joey Pals;
Just to remind you, that even though I am doing my best to provide you up-to-date information, please check websites and phone numbers for the latest. Coronavirus Hotlines and Websites: Desert Oasis Healthcare www.mydohc.com; Eisenhower Health (760) 837-8988; Desert AIDS Project Triage Clinic (760) 992-0407. Be well and all the best. Blessings, Joey.

Click HERE for information about COVID-19 from Desert Oasis Healthcare and the Centers for Disease Control.

DESERT WATER AGENCY w/ Ashley Metzger re: 1200 S. Gene Autry Tr., Palm Springs, CA. 92264.
– DWA has a new section on their website to engage children at home and learn about water. Go to www.dwa.org/learn.
– All grades from 6 – 10 in the CV and to parents can access this also.
– REPORT on their sustainability video up on Utube.
– REPORT that pipe replacement, maintenance and repairs is still going on and crews are wearing gloves and masks.
– Water tips as it gets hotter. 80% of the water we use is outside. Look there for savings.
– REPORT that there are water bill credits for folks in need. www.dwa.org/h2o (not 0).
– REPORT that there is still funding for energy efficient washing machines, sprinklers, irrigation systems, grass removal, hotels etc.,
– DWA office is currently closed to the public but there’s a payment box outside the office on Gene Autry.
www.dwa.org
(760) 323-4971)

Ashley

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Hour 3 Seg 1 – Technology Segment

Hello, hello Joey Pals;
Just to remind you, that even though I am doing my best to provide you up-to-date information, please check websites and phone numbers for the latest. Coronavirus Hotlines and Websites: Desert Oasis Healthcare www.mydohc.com; Eisenhower Health (760) 837-8988; Desert AIDS Project Triage Clinic (760) 992-0407. Be well and all the best. Blessings, Joey.

Click HERE for information about COVID-19 from Desert Oasis Healthcare and the Centers for Disease Control.

EGGHEAD IT w/ Dennis Shelly re: Palm Desert, CA.
– REPORT that all folks are going ”remote”.
– REPORT that Internet slowdowns will occur.
– REPORT on how he monitors your computer remotely for only $20./month. Has anti-virus software as well for only $5./month. Does a tune-up. Takes about 45 minutes to an hour to do. Should be done every three months.
– Email is info@nulleggheadit.com.
– DISCUSSION that turn around time to service your computer is usually one day.
– REPORT that your keyboard has more germs than a public toilet.
www.eggheadit.com
(760) 205-0105)

Dennis

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Hour 3 Seg 2 – Desert AIDS Project Segment

Hello, hello Joey Pals;
Just to remind you, that even though I am doing my best to provide you up-to-date information, please check websites and phone numbers for the latest. Coronavirus Hotlines and Websites: Desert Oasis Healthcare www.mydohc.com; Eisenhower Health (760) 837-8988; Desert AIDS Project Triage Clinic (760) 992-0407. Be well and all the best. Blessings, Joey.

Click HERE for information about COVID-19 from Desert Oasis Healthcare and the Centers for Disease Control.

REVIVALS STORES w/ Dane Koch – Director of Retail – 611 S. Palm Cyn., Dr., Palm Springs, CA. 92264.
– REPORT that all 3 stores are closed.
– REPORT that perhaps drop off centers will open soon. How will the drop offs will be sanitized.
– REPORT that the warehouses are very full.
– REPORT on how to clean the stores in an ongoing manner when they open-up again.
– REPORT that soon their Mod new furniture line will be for sale on-line.
www.revivalsstores.com

Dane

DESERT AIDS PROJECT w/ Charles Huff re: Volunteer Program Manager for all of DAP.
– REPORT on how the staff is working/not working during this quarantine. Sneeze guards will be in place when they re-open.
– REPORT on how families are functioning during this shut-down.
– DO NOT drop off items to Revivals @ this point in time. Drop-off is closed.
www.desertaidsproject.org
(760) 323-2118)

Charles

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Hour 3 Seg 3 – Restaurant of the Week Segment

Hello, hello Joey Pals;
Just to remind you, that even though I am doing my best to provide you up-to-date information, please check websites and phone numbers for the latest. Coronavirus Hotlines and Websites: Desert Oasis Healthcare www.mydohc.com; Eisenhower Health (760) 837-8988; Desert AIDS Project Triage Clinic (760) 992-0407. Be well and all the best. Blessings, Joey.

Click HERE for information about COVID-19 from Desert Oasis Healthcare and the Centers for Disease Control.

RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Paris Kessinger re; “Crazy Mels Burgers and Bar” 166 N. Palm Cyn., Dr. Palm Springs, CA. 92262.
– DISCUSSION that he is open for take-out and delivery.
– REPORT that “Crazy Mels” is taking this time to renovate and improve the Restaurant.
– REPORT on no sitting inside or out, but area to wait for your take-out.
– REPORT that big stores are still open but the small P.S. businesses are not allowed to open.
– Hope that they will get some notice before they can re-open.
– REPORT that the Chamber is doing a good job of communicating.
– Open every day but Tuesday from 10 AM to 7 PM.
– Locals are walking on Palm Canyon.
– REPORT that menu is the same and prices are the same.
– REPORT on how to order/pay. Walk up to the window and order or call and order. Ready in about 5 minutes. Order thru Ubereats or Grubhub. Larger orders get a free meal. Can’t sit on patio or in restaurant, but there is a sitting area off to the side while you wait for your order.
(760) 656-7563)

Paris