JoeyWP
Desert Water Agency Segment – September 5, 2025
Seg 1 – Desert Water Agency Segment
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DESERT WATER AGENCY w/ Xochitl Pena re: 1200 S. Gene Autry Tr., Palm Springs, CA. 92262.
– REPORT – There is a watering guide for summer-time on their web site, www.dwa.org/guide.
– REMINDER – Do not water until 48 hours AFTER a rain.
– DISCUSSION that we have VERY DEEP WELLS for our water THAT YOU CAN’T EVEN SEE.
– REPORT that we have 425 miles of pipe in Palm springs, all old unlined steel. Will be replaced w/ iron to last 100 years.
– DISCUSSION of OVERSEEDING…..recommend NOT TO DO IT. “Go gold”. Do NOT replant rye. Saves water and you’ll have less allergy issues.
– DISCUSSION of the rules for using the incentive programs. Your rebate is mailed to you as a check.
1. Smart controllers.
2. Water efficient nozzles and irrigation heads. $5. Rebate per nozzle; $2 rebate for installation. www.dwa.org/rebate.
3. Washing machines w/ “water sense” type
4. Residential toilets – Joey got her rebate check!!!!
5. Grass removal
– (contact info: www.dwa.org.and (760) 323-4971)
Xochitl
Florist Segment – September 5, 2025
Seg 2 – Florist Segment
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LILIES PALM SPRINGS w/ Victoria Kirk re: 1775 E. Palm Cyn., Dr., Ste., #145. Palm Springs, CA. 92264.
– REPORT that the flowers of the month of Sept are the Gabara and the Hydrangea.
– Biggest wedding months are Oct., and Nov., They have an “A la carte” package for weddings and an Elopement Package.
– REPORT that they also have FLORAL SASHES.
– DISCUSSION of the various colors brides pick for their wedding themes. Even desert colors are popular.
– DISCUSSION that they are open Tues., – Sat., from 11AM to 4 PM. AGAIN.
– (contact info; www.LiliesPS.com and (760) 318-3388.)
Victoria
DA Computers Segment – September 5, 2025
Seg 3 – DA Computers Segment
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DA COMPUTERS w/ Dan Algazi, re; 915 Crossley Rd. Palm Springs, CA. 92264.
– DISCUSSION that his name is Cuban.
– REPORT on how he got into the tech world.
– QUESTIONS FROM “JOEY PAL”
1. Should I always “upgrade” when my phone and computer tell me to. (Not necessarily. If everything is working ok, don’t upgrade. Watch out for hidden costs. Sometimes if you upgrade, other systems QUIT working. Good for security upgrades for the most part.)
2. Are the systems THE SAME on a phone and a computer? (A little bit different because they have different operating systems. Upgrades make your phone go SLOWER.)
3. How often should you have a phone checked? (Wait until something ISN’T WORKING)
4. Got a notice that AOL is NOT doing dial-up anymore, what does that mean? (You should move from dial-up to high speed. Dial-up is dead.)
– REPORT that WALKING IN to the store is great and they’ll take a good look @ things for you.
– DISCUSSION that you can bring things in, if you can, or he will work w/ you over the phone and he will also come to you.
– REMINDER not to let anyone IN TO YOUR COMPUTER if you don’t know them.
– (contact info www.darepair.com and (760) 864-0099).
“Talk of Stars” Segment – September 4, 2025
Seg 1 – “Talk of Stars” Segment
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TALK OF STARS w/ David Green re: Founder and Executive Director of Musical Theatre University; Musical theatre director; Director of the Young American; Reginal Editor “Broadway World”; Tony Award named one of the tope theatre educations in America, etc. www.dgreen@nullpsusd.us.com.
– DISCUSSION of his birth, childhood, family, school from a refrigerator box, background and education.
David
cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment – September 4, 2025
Seg 2 – cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment
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TALK OF STARS w/ David Green re: Founder and Executive Director of Musical Theatre University; Musical theatre director; Director of the Young American; Reginal Editor “Broadway World”; Tony Award named one of the tope theatre educations in America, etc. www.dgreen@nullpsusd.us.com.
– DISCUSSION of developing his incredible career; his travels, his work w/ Carol Channing and her husband and their Foundation; starting Musical Theatre University in Orange County, etc.,
David teaching
cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment – September 4, 2025
Seg 3 – cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment
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TALK OF STARS w/ David Green re: Founder and Executive Director of Musical Theatre University; Musical theatre director; Director of the Young American; Reginal Editor “Broadway World”; Tony Award named one of the tope theatre educations in America, etc. www.dgreen@nullpsusd.us.com.
– DISCUSSION of the details of students getting into MTU, the association w/ P.S.U.S.D., the shows that are current, etc.
The Box Office Report – September 3, 2025
Seg 1 – The Box Office Report
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BOX OFFICE REPORT w/ Joe Smith and Barbara Kerr
– REPORT – Season is starting a bit early this year. Lots of exciting news.
– REPORT ON THE ARTISTS COUNCIL (72-567 CA-111, Palm Desert, CA. 92260)
– 5th Anniversary. Sept., 4 – opening reception.
– www.artistscouncil.com.
– REPORT ON THE PURPLE ROOM (1900 E. Palm Cyn. Dr., P.S. CA. 92264).
– 9.5 & 10.12; “Elvis; The Early Years”
– 9.6; Singer Brenna Whitaker: “A Voice and a Piano”
– 9.12; Nic & Desi; “Broadway to Hollywood”
– 9.13; Tribut to Tina Turner by Debby Holiday
– 9.19; “Sinatra & Me” w/ Richard Shelton
– 9.20; “Palm Srings JUMP!: Tribute to all the legendary stars.
– 9.26 & 27; “Mashmaker! Mashmaker!” w/ the Skivvies
– Sundays; “The Judy Show” w/ Michael Holmes.
– Tuesdays; Rose Mallett
– Wednesdays; The Music of the Rat Pack
– Thursdays; La Vie en Rose w/ Jeremie Levi Sampson
– www.purpleroompalmsprings.com.
– REPORT on AGUA CALIENTE – THE SHOW (32-250 Bob Hope Dr. Rancho Mirage, CA. 92270)
– 9.5; Candelbox.
– 9.6; Vacher Amaryan & Lilit Hovhannisyan
– 9.12; Kansas
– 9.13; Caifanes
– 9.19; Third Eye Blind
– 9.20; Rod Stewart RESCHEDULED.
– 9.26; Celebrating Meat Loaf
– 9.27; – Jerry Seinfeld
– www.aguacalientecasinos.com
– REPORT ON PALM SPRINGS CULTURAL CENTER (2300 E. Baristo Rd., P.S. 92262)
– 9.18 – 9.21; Cinema Diverse.
– REPORT on the Hitchcock series and the Hollywood Classics.
– www.psculturalcenter.org/filmfest.
– REPORT ON SPOTLIGHT 29 (46-200 Harrison Pl., Coachella, 92236)
– 9.12; Lupillo Rivera
– 9.19; 38 Special
– 9.26; Los Horoscopos de Durango
– 9.27; Yuri
www.spotlight29.com.
– REPORT ON FANTASY SPRINGS RESORT (84-245 Indio Springs Pkwy, Indio. 92203).
– 9.13; Jo Hang Jo
– 9.20; Golden Boy Boxing
– 9.27; Foreigner
www.fantasyspringsresort.com
– REPORT ON MORONGO CASINO RESORT (49500 Seminole Dr., Cabazon, 92230)
– 9.5; Mariachi Night
– 9.6; Gavin DeGRaw
– 9.12; Australia’s Thunder From Down Under
– 9.19; Cedric the Entertainer
– 9.20; La Original Banda El Limon
www.morongocasinoresort.com.
– REPORT ON THE ATRIUM IN THE HYIATT PALM SPRINGS (285 n. Palm Cyn., Dr., P.S.)
– Every Fri., night in Sept., Leanna Rodgers, w/ Miguel Gomez on congas and a mix of surprise guests.
www.hyatt.com.
– REPORT ON THE ANNENBERG THEATER (101 N. Museum Dr. P.S. @ the P.S. Art Museum)
– 9.16; “Kiss of the Spider Woman” w. special guests, talkback.
– www.psmuseum.org/events/kiss-of-the-spider-woman.
– REPORT ON PS UNDERGRAOUND (1700 S. CAMINO REAL, STE. #2, PALM SPRINGS, CA. 92264)
– 9.20; “Silver Screen” songs of the movies.
– 9.27; “Hip to be Square”
– www.psunderground.com.
– REPORT ON ACRISURE ARENA (75702 Varner Rd., P.D. 92211)
– 9.11; Jordan Davis
– 9.12; Billy Idol
– 9.19; Ana Gabriel
– 9.20; Luis R. Conriquez
– 9.29; Paul McCartney
www.acrisurearena.com.
– REPORT ON SPLASH HOUSE (Saguaro; 1800 E. Palm Cyn., Dr. P.S. and Renaissance P.S. Hotel 888 E. Tahquitz Cyn., Way, P.S. and Riviera Resort & Spa; 1600 N. Indian Cyn., Dr., P.S. )
1. Aug., 8 – 10; two weekends of this electronic music festival.
www.splashhouse.com.
– REPORT ON THE MCCALLUM THEATRE; (73000 Fred Waring Dr., Palm Desert, CA. 92260)
– Yvonne Bell is the new CEO.
– 9.10; The Righteous Brothers
– 9.13; Comedian Jon Lovitz
– 9.14; Camila Fernandez
– 9.21; Monique Marvez
– 11.2 and 11.3; How the Grinch Stole Christmas; The Musical”
– REPORT ON THE DESERT STAR AWARDS (Sun Ciity Palm Desert, Sunset View Clubhouse, 36890 Del Webb Blvd, Palm Desert, CA. 92211)
– 10.19; Awards Ceremony @ Sun City P.D.
– www.deserttheatreleague.org
– REPORT ON PLAZA THEATRE (128 S. Palm Cyon., Dr., P.S.)
– 12.2 & 3; Lily Tomlin (sold out)
– “Home” for the P.S. Symphony, Modern Men Chorus, The P.S. Gay Men’s Chorus and many more.
www.palmspringsplazatheatre.com
– REPORT ON DEZART PERFORMS (605 S. Riverside Dr., P.S.)
– 11.13 – 15; Gala performance of “West Side Story”
– Upcoming season will feature: “Eureka Day” and “Love! Valour! Compassion!”
www.dezartperforms.org.
– REPORT ON DESERT ENSEMBLE THEATRE (2300 e. Baristo Rd., P.S. @ the P.S. Cultural Center)
– 15th and FINAL season.
– 10.10 – “Singing w/ the Desert Stars” to benefit DET’s Theatre Education & Scholarship Program
www.desertensembletheatre.org.
– REPORT ON THE BENT (2300 E. Baristo Rd., P.S. @
the P.S. Cultural Center)
– Only LGBTQ+ Theatre in P.S. and CV and Riverside County.
– Check the website for productions and dates.
www.thebent.org.
– REPORT ON CVREP (68510 e. Palm Cyn., Dr., C.C. )
– Dec.,’25 – “Dear Evan Hanson” and “Ernest Shakleton Loves Me”
www.cvrep.org.
– REPORT ON PALM CANYON THEATRE (538 n. Palm Cyn., Dr., P.S.)
– New season will include 9 musicals; “The Merry Widow”, “Sunset Blvd.”, “Annie” and “Kiss of the Spider Woman” among others.
www.palmcanyontheatre.net.
– REPORT ON DESERT THEATRICALS (R.M. Amphitheatre @ 71560 San Jacinto Dr., R.M.)
– Oct.,24 – 26 – “The Addams Family”
www.desert-theatricals.com.
– REPORT ON DESERT THEATREWORKS (45175 Fargo St., Indio)
– Season will include “Clue: Onstage”, “The Graduate”, “Sister Act”, The Crucible”.
www.dtworks.org.
– REPORT ON REVOLUTION STAGE COMPANY (611 s. Palm Cyon., Dr., P.S.)
– Season will include “Rent” “Pippin” and “Assassins” among others.
www.revolutionstagecompany.com
– (contact info: Email: joeyenglishboxofficereport.com).
Joe and Barbara
Palm Springs Symphony/Plaza Theatre Segment – September 3, 2025
Seg 2 – Palm Springs Symphony/Plaza Theatre Segment
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PALM SPRINGS SYMPHONY/PLAZA THEATRE w/ Marilyn Benachowski and Roger Benachowski founders. A 501C3 organization. Symphony in residence @ the Plaza Theater.
– REPORT on their mission statement; Our mission is to provide a professional orchestral group to enhance and enrich the cultural life of Palm Springs and the greater C.V. To offer concerts, recitals and special events with programs of musical and artistic excellence that entertain educate and engage the audience. We are also dedicated to giving free concerts to children where they can experience a live symphony orchestra.
– HOLD THE DATES:
1. Sun., Dec., 7, ‘2025 “Sleigh Ride & Symphony: A Joyful Christmas Concert” @ Plaza Theatre
2. Tues., Feb., 17, 2026 “From Mozart to Modern: A Symphony Across Time” @ Plaza Theatre
3. Tues., Mar., 31, 2026; “An Evening of Elegance: Elizabeth Pitcairin & the Red Violin” @ Plaza Theatre
4. Sat., May 9, 2026; “May Musical Mischief: A Symphony of Surprises” for Mom @ Plaza Theatre
5. Sat., July 4, 2026; “Liberty & Legacy: Celebrating 250 Years of America” @ Plaza Theatre
– DISCUSSION of how to support, donate, purchase tickets etc.,
– (contact info; www.palmsprings-symphony.org and (760) 773-2575)
Marilyn and Roger
Palm Springs Air Museum Segment – September 3, 2025
Seg 3 – Palm Springs Air Museum Segment
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PALM SPRINGS AIR MUSEUM; w/ Ann Greer; 745 N. Gene Autry Trail, Palm Springs, CA. 92262
The Patriotic Center of the Coachella Valley.
– ANNOUNCEMENT that the Museum now has 80 plus aircraft IN 91,000 Sq. feet of climate-controlled hanger space. Open 10 AM to 5 PM every day. Dogs on leashes welcome too.
– REPORT that the construction is over.
– DISCUSSION of all the planes.
– REPORT that the Library has Simulators.
– REPORT on the pilot SOAR program (Science of Aviation and Rocketry. 4 sessions of half-day for only 15 kids per week. Must be in middle school. $250/week including all materials. Sign up online. Connected w/ NASA.
1. EACH SATURDAY; 8 AM – 5 PM; Open Cockpit. Different planes each week. Book a ride on the website for early morning, mostly on weekends.
2. Feb., 7, ’26; 5 PM – 10:30 PM – 50 Year Gala re: end of the war in Vietnam.
– REPORT on the Gift Shop; i.e. the “Skybattle” board game, models, coloring books, costumes.
– REPORT that children under 12 get in FREE w/ a paid adult.
– DISCUSSION of the flight simulators. (F-16) The collection of every issue of Life Magazine.
– Stealth simulator is open every day.
– REPORT that the B17 is open 10 AM to 1 PM.
– REPORT that the Café is closed Tues. and Wed., Open the rest of the week.
– CONTACT INFO; www.palmspringsairmuseum.org and (760 778-6262)
Ann
Desert Symphony Segment – September 2, 2025
Seg 1 – Desert Symphony Segment
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THE DESERT SYMPHONY w/ Debbie Shapiro, Executive Director and Debi Olcese, Development Coordinator. 73730 CA. 111 Ste., 6, Palm Desert, CA. 92260
– REPORT that the Symphony is sponsored by Raju Mehta of El Paseo Jewelers, who does so much in the Coachella Valley for so many.
– DISCUSSION of how the “tribute bands” are often better than the original, keeping the “flame” alive. Otherwise the sound, the history, the style will disappear.
– DISCUSSION that all performances are at THE SHOW @ the Agua Caliente Casino, Rancho Mirage.
– HOLD THE DATES FOR THE ’25 SEASON:
1. THURS., NOV., 20, ’25 – 7:30 PM; An Electrifying Journey of Elton’s Career.
2. WED., DEC., 10, ’25 – 7:30 PM; The Texas Tenors – Deep in the Heart of Christmas.
3. TUES., JAN., 13, ’26 – ‘Symphonettes” Luncheon @ Lavender Bistro; 78-073 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta; 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM. $195.
4. THURS., JAN., 15, ’26 – 7:30 PM; An Evening w/ Grammy Award Winner Melissa Manchester.
5. THURS., FEB., 19, ’26 – 8:00 PM; 37th Annual Gala; An Evening w/ Tony Award Winner Bernadette Peters in Concert w/ the Desert Symphony.
6. WED., MAR., 11, ‘26 – 7:30 PM; The Music of Billy Joel Starring Tony and Grammy Nominee Michael Cavanaugh.
7. THURS., AP., 16, ‘26 – 7:30 PM; Classical Night Fever.
– REPORT that to get Tickets @ www.desertsymphony.org and (760) 773-5988.
– (contact info; www.desertsymphony.org and (760) 773-5988)
Debbie and Debi
R.I.P. Robert Redford; 8.18.1936 – 9.16.2025
R.I.P. Dear Harold Matzner. 7.4.1937 – 9.4.2025
