
JoeyWP
January 13, 2018
9:00-10:00 AM
R.O.T.W./Theater/Animal Segments
RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK
John Farrow
re: “A.J.’s On The Green and Splash Bar”
– New menu, w/ all the old classics. Designed by Art
– Updated wine menu
– Remodeling bathrooms
– Open 7 days a week now
– Entertainment/live music every night.
www.ajsonthegreen.com
(760) 202-1000

John
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DESERT ROSE PLAYHOUSE
Jim Strait
– “Fifth of July” runs from 1/12 thru 2/4
– Explanation of the fabulous, intricate plot from Pulitzer Prize winning author Lanford Wilson.
– DRP gives away tix to Desert Aids Project.
www.desertroseplayhouse.org
(760) 202-3000

Jim
LUNAFEST
Joan Boiko
– 1/27 Film festival of short films, by, for and about women.
– @ the Richards Center for the Performing Arts @ P.S.H.S. @ 10 AM – 11:30 w/ Q. and A.
– Traveling film event by the company that makes LunaBars
– 6th year of the event here.
– Benefits “Chicken and Egg Production” to benefit female film makers.
– 9 short films of all lengths
– Tickets are $20. in advance and $25. @ the door
www.lunafestpalmsprrings.com
(760) 323-3586
SPAY NEUTER CLINICS
Kim Hardee
2/18, 19, 20 Spay/neuter clinic.@ ABC Recovery Center in Indio,
2/20 License Clinic @ ABC Recovery Center in Indio where overdue fees will be waived
www.coachellaanimalnetwork.org and www.dogangels.org
(760) 848-4284
LOVING ALL ANIMALS
Mary Coors
– TODAY – pet adoption @ Gelson’s where everything you need to take your animal home is provided.
– TODAY – presence @ the Desert Woman’s Show @ the A.C.C.
– 1/28 – “Faith, Hope and Pups” @ the Polo Club
www.lovingallanimals.org
(760) 834-7000

Mary
Home and Services
Giveaway Winner:
Freda J. of Rancho Mirage, CA
10:00-11:00 AM
Senior Moment/Time Passages Segment
FAMILY HOSPICE CARE
Dr. Howard Cohen
“Death over Dinner” program explanation. www.deathoverdinner.org.
– 75% of people in the U.S. want to die @ home, quickly.
– People want to die still capable
– Different ways hospice patients tell their children to “divide up” their family belongings and memorabilia.
www.familyhospicecare.com
(760) 674-3344
FOREST LAWN
Larry Davis
– Value of having discussions about your death/dying/funeral conversation w/ your loved ones.
– Discussions clarify what is important and what isn’t.
– Importance of listening and not in an emotional moment.
– Cemeteries, in CA. are for human remains only.
– Photos are most popular item placed in caskets.
– Pre-plan and pre-pay and then nothing can/has to be changed.
– “A Classic for Generations” w/ Forest Lawn’s antique coaches @ 2/10 Dr. George event @ the Indian Wells Tennis Garden that Forest Lawn is sponsoring.+-
– The fun of Ancestery.com
(760) 321-6009
www.forestlawn.com

Howie and Larry
TIME PASAGES
Charlie Dyer
Jerry Van Dyke 7/27/31 – 1/5/18
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Medical/Children/Charity Segments
NEURO VITALITY CENTER
Bev Greer
Service folks after strokes, w/ parkinsons, etc.
Boxing program for Parkinson patients. Use bags, good for balance.
High intensity bicycles for stroke victims
Average length of stay is 2.5 years
Only facility of it’s kind IN THE WORLD.
You must be referred by a doctor.
Basic program is $30./month
Jackie Lee’s Thrift Shop for gifts open M. – F., 8:30 – 3:30.
2/7 HOLD THE DATE
www.neurovitalitycenter.org
(760) 323-7676
DESERT REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
Richard Ramhoff
Comprehensive Stroke Center @ D.R.M.C.
Discussion of flu season, different vaccines and the advantages of getting your flu shot, even though the shots seem to be less effective than last year. Shot reduces the severity of the flu for certain. Very serious this year.
1/18 – “How Strong Are Your Bones?” 1 PM – 2 PM @ Mizell Senior Center. RSVP (800) 419-4990
1/16 – “Walk or Don’t Walk” What P.S. pedestrians Need to Know” @ The Mizell. 10 AM – 11 AM. RSVP to (800) 491-4990
P.S. has one of the highest rates of deaths of pedestrians in the state.
Pedestrians in CA. are more than 70% more likely to be killed on the road than the national average.
www.desertregional.com

Bev and Richard
MAMA’S HOUSE
Jan Lupia
– 1/20 – Annual Luncheon @ Renaissance Indian Wells. from 11 AM – 1:30 PM Tix. are $75.
Mission Statement: THE VALLEY’S ONLY home providing shelter for women in crises pregnancies. No one to turn to, no place to go, without means of support.
Spiritual, physical, emotional, educational, and vocational needs are addressed.
Choices of parenting or adoption are offered.
www.themamashouse.org
(844) 232-8622
AIRMEDCARE NETWORK & REACH AIR MEDICAL SERVICES
Kellie Kennedy
Your local Coachella Valley air ambulance (www.reachair.com) membership provider.
Offering life-saving services to communities across the country.
EMERGENT “Life or Limb” helicopter transport, $65./yr. for everyone in your household.
“FLY-U-HOME” AIRPLANE TRANSPORT, BEDSIDE TO BEDSIDE. $148./yr. for everyone in your household.
Kellie Kennedy will answer your questions @ your office, home, meeting of any kind.
www.reachair.com
(760) 218-0802

Kellie
January 6, 2018
9:00-10:00 AM
R.O.T.W./P.S.I.F.F./Theater/Michael Childers Talk of Stars Segments
RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK
Debbie Alexander
“Peabody’s Restaurant and Bar”
– Right downtown P.S. for Film Festival visitors.
– Karaoke w/ a fabulous machine from Japan
– Get up tomorrow morning & spend time with the family watching football.
– Eat breakfast while 9 screens show different games.
– Serve breakfast from 6 AM to late afternoon on Sundays. Actually, we serve breakfast all day seven days a week in the middle of downtown Palm Springs.
www.peabodyscafeandbar.com, www.facebook.com/PeabodysPalmSprings
(760) 322-1877
PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
– w/ Roger Frappier – re: “Hochelaga, Land of Souls” (contact info: www.psfilmfest.org and (760) 322-2930)
– w/ Gabriele and Mark Hayes re: “Skid Row Marathon” (contact info: www.psfilmfest.org and (760) 322-2930)
– w/ Bruce Hensel re” “Beyond the Opposite Sex” (contact info: and (760) 322-2930)www.psfilmfest.org
PALM CANYON THEATRE
Steven Smith, musical director.
– Currently showing films for the PSIFF thru 1/15.
– “Hello Dolly” opens 1/19 thru 2/11
– Then “Sister Act”, then “Damn Yankees”, then “Gypsy”
www.palmcanyontheatre.org
(760) 323-5123
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ANNENBERG THEATER
Tom Truhe
– 1/20 – Jim Caruso’s “Cast Party”
– 2/17 – An Evening w/ Sierra Boggess
– 3/17 – Paulo Szot: “Salute to Broadway”
www.annenbergtheater.org
(760) 325-4490
DESERT SYMPHONY
Gary Berkson, musical director
– 1/11 – “Cirque de la Symphonie”
– Show above and on the stage in the French “cirque” style @ the McCallum
www.mccallumtheatre.com
(760) 340 -2787
www.desertsymphony.org
(760) 773-5988
TALK OF STARS
Michael Childers and Ellen Goodman
– 1/18 – “Icons and Idols” for P.S. United School District art programs. 6:30 PM @ Richards Center for the Arts @ P.S. H.S. You can buy a “seat” @ the Richards Center and put your name on the armrest. Tix. @ www.grabyourseat.net and (760) 416-8455
– 1/20 – “Having a Ball” the life of Andy Warhol as seen thru photography @ the P.S. Art Museum. Tix. @ www.psmuseum.org
– 1/31 – “Star Struck” movies photos by Michael Childers, put on by Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Up for 3 months in Hollywood.
– He’s producing a documentary about Andy Warhol for the P.S. Art Museum.
– The Michael Childers Room @ 849 Restaurant
www.michaelchildersphotography.com

Michael Childers, Joey 2009
Home and Services
Giveaway Winner: Darla N. of Cathedral City, CA.
10:00-11:00 AM
Medical/P.S.I.F.F./Museum Segment
TOWN CENTER COMPOUNDING PHARMACY
Dr. Leslie Todd
How alkaline water and bio-identical hormones affect, impact…..
– Shingles – alkaline water and vitamin #
– Lupus – DHEA
– Dry mouth – “Eat Right for Your Blood Type” and alkaline water
– Strokes – Progesterone helps “repair” the lost brain cells, depending on where the stroke happen. Alkaline water helps prevent the clots.
– Sugar is the enemy, not fat and salt. Sugar “feeds” cancer cells. All the “white” things – pasta, bread, etc., convert to sugars.
www.facebook.com/towncentercompoundingpharmacy
(760) 341-3984
PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
– w/ Justin Benson – re: “The Endless” (contact info: www.psfilmfest.org and (760) 322-2930)
– w/ Adam Rifkin – re: “The Last Movie Star” (contact info: www.psfilmfest.org and (760) 322-2930)
– w/ Atsuko Hirayanagi – re: “Oh Lucy!!” (contact info: and (760) 322-2930)www.psfilmfest.org
MCCALLUM MOMENTS
Jeff Norman
– 1/12, 13 – Paul Anka
– 1/14 – The Capitol Steps
– 1/16, 17, 18, 21 – “Motown The Musical”
– 1/22 – Nathan Gun and Julie Gunn
– 1/23 – Chita & Tune
– 1/26, 27, 28 – “A Chorus Line”
www.mccallumtheatre.com
(760) 340-2787

Jeff Norman
PALM SPRINGS AIR MUSEUM
Ann Greer
– P51 “Bunny” rides now available for $1,895./per person ( 844) 377-4151 or email: giftshop@nullpalmspringsairmuseum.org
– Now Uniform exhibit and Purple Heart exhibit now thru 1/18
– Sat., morning’s Open Cockpit and program @ 1 PM
– 1/19 – Dr. Edward Gordon’s launch of his new book “Divided on D-Day”. Tix. @ (760) 482-1833
– 1/20 – Part 1 lecture by Dr. Gordon on the book.
– Hold the Date 2/16 – Gala. Themed “Top Gun” w/ host Tom Skerritt w/ entertainment “The Company Men”
www.palmspringsairmuseum.org
(760) 778-6262

Ann
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
L.G.B.T./Time Passages/Go Green Segments;
THE CENTER PS
Alexis Ortega
– 1/23 – “Info a GoGo” FREE networking fair/event @ “The Bank”
– HOLD THE DATE: 3/10 “Red Dress Party” @ the P.S. Air Museum. Tix on sale 1/15.
www.thecenterps.org orwww.facebook.com/centerps
(760) 416-7790
THE DESERT WATER AGENCY
Ashley Metzger
– New year, new yard….possible desert landscape
– Lots of rebates and conservation programs. New toilet, new weather based irrigation controller, etc.,
www.dwa.org
INFORMATICA TECHNOLOGY
Adrian Sfuentes
– Absentee door bell to answer on their cell phone from where ever they are.
– Info about the “Nest” camera to check on her dog @ home
-“Arlo” is another version to keep tabs on elderly parents/children, etc.,
– Storage issues on the different phones and the “cloud”
– Mercury is out of retrograde
– Whether or not to “upgrade” when offered that option. Best to get the latest security programs
www.informatica-tech.com
(760) 895-2785

Adrian and Ashley
TIME PASSAGES
Gary Damsker
Rosemarie 8/15/23 – 12/28/17

Rosemary
December 30, 2017
9:00-10:00 AM
R.O.T.W./P.S.I.F.F.Segments
RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK
Jacky Donnell
“Elmer’s”
– #1 in the chain in 2017
– New concept, “Egg and Joe” in Az., for just breakfast and lunch.
– Change the menu 6 times a year
– New front page menu items after New Year’s; 1. Bacon-bacon biscuits and gravy. 2. Blackberry crepes 3. Bacon avocado omelette
– Employees have tremendous longevity w/ Elmer’s
– “Folds of Honor” fundraiser for the military continues w/ purchase of each front page item
– 4 PM great prime rib every day. Under $20.
– Will close @ 8 PM on New Year’s Eve and open all day New Year’s Day.
– Several flavors of mimosas
www.eatatelmers.com
(760) 327-8419

Jacky
PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
– w/ Adam Sobel re: “The Worker’s Cup” (contact info: www.psfilmfest.org and (760) 322-2930)
– w/ Robin Berghaus re: “Stumped” (contact info: www.psfilmfest.org and (760) 322-2930)
– w/ Chelsea Cohen re: “Waru” (contact info: www.psfilmfest.org and (760) 322-2930)
RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK
Dan Gore
“Oscar’s”
– 10 PM New Year’s Eve “Oscar’s Cabaret” starring Gypsy
– 4 PM the “Tea Dance” on the patio and then will continue after “Oscar’s Cabaret” closes. Tix. @ www.oscarscabaret.com so you don’t stand in line. Food available
– Fri., and Sat., @ 7 PM “Oscar’s Cabaret” starring Gypsy. New performers from Las Vegas.
– “Oscar’s Cabaret” will be starring Liza, Judy, Whitney, Tina, Bette, Cher, Madonna and Gwen. Will add Dolly Parton and Pink.
www.oscarscabaret.com
(760) 325-1188

Gypsy
10:00-11:00 AM
Medical and Travel Segment
DESERT REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
Richard Ramhoff Director of Marketing
– New C.E.O.
– 1/13: – sponsor of a free community showing of “The Workers Cup” from the P.S.I.F.F. Tix. @ www.psfilmfest.org
– 1/13 from 10 AM to 4 PM and 1/14 from 11 AM to 4 PM, sponsor of the Desert Woman’s Show @ the A.C.C. Tix. @ www.desertwomansshow.com
– 2/14: – hosting “Affair of the Heart” from 8 AM – 11:30 AM on the main campus. CPR demo of “hand’s only”; blood pressure and glucose screenings; cooking demo, fitness demo.etc., R.S.V.P. (800) 491-4990
www.desertregional.com
(760) 323-6511
NEURO VITALITY CENTER
Bev Greer, C.E.O
– Still time for “end of year” giving.
– New gym
– New boxing program
– Upgraded back yard
– In 2018 will do new flooring etc.,
www.neurovitalitycenter.org
(760) 323-7676

Bev and Richard
A.C.T. TOURS
Steve Kanold
– Best of Africa
– 2/11 – 19 – Copper Canyon in Mexico
– The Seychelles archipelago of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean, off East Africa.
– Australia, New Zealand
www.act-tours.com
(760) 322-1247

Steve
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
5th Saturday Segments
AIR MED CARE NETWORK/REACH AIR MEDICAL SERVICES
Kellie Kennedy, re: Local C.V. air ambulance membership provider offering life-saving services to communities across the country.
– Two kinds of membership – 1. EMERGENT “Life or Limb” helicopter ride, $65./year for everyone under your roof and 2. FLY U HOME airplane ride, bedside to bedside, $149/yr. for everyone under your roof.
– In 2018 will be offering ground ambulance services too.
– Always a flight nurse and highly trained paramedic on board each flight.
– Professional pilots who understand when to go and when not to go. Safety of aircraft and crew are foremost.
– Helicopters are all instrument equipped.
– All operations are 24/7.
– Crossroads of medical and transportation industries.
– Jan., 9 – ribbon cutting @ 10 AM @ Murrieta Airport in Temecula.
www.reachair.com
Call Kellie
(760) 218-0802

Kellie
ASCEND INSURANCE
Dennis Van Buskirk, re: Health care.
– Open enrollment to Jan., 15. – Rates/fees have increased (inflation causes 4% a year) and services have decreased.
– Anthem Blue Cross is getting out of California Jan., 1, which means fewer companies to choose from.
– Good time to shop around.
– Health insurance drives the cost of home and auto insurance up while decreasing benefits.
– Penalties will be $650 per person if you don’t have health insurance.
– Major medical plans are not really out there anymore.
– Less expensive to go “outside” the group plan sometimes.
– Does Covered CA. and Medical
– Take Dennis 3 minutes to shop it for you, vs. you doing it yourself. Applications are simple. Dennis will do them for you.
– No brokerage fees
– Forms are on his website
www.ascendins.com
(760) 341-3477

Dennis
REVIVALS STORES
Charles Huff re: Report on 2017 and
looking forward to 2018
– 2017 remodeled P.S. store, added new lines.
– All day today ONE DAY ONLY, 50% off all donated items
– All day today ONE DAY ONLY, 20% off all Mode @ revivals furniture and accessories
– Need for volunteers
www.revivalsstores.com
(760)

Charles
DESERT WATER AGENCY
Ashley Metzger re: report on 2017 and looking forward to 2018
– 2017 was wettest year on record
– New pipeline
– Loss of Supreme Court Case w/ the Tribe
– Treatment plant
– New technology in Israel, called “water mining”
www.dwa.org

Ashley
December 23, 2017
9:00-10:00 AM
R.O.T.W./Books/Authors Segments
RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK
Dick Shalhoub
“McDonald’s” owner of 32 stores.
– Geared more toward millennials.
– Can order through Uber
– Works closely w/ corporate.
– McCafe.
– New menu after the first of the year.
– New $1., $2., $3. menu
– New Happy Meal
– Will use fresh, never frozen in the Quarter Pounder.
www.mcdonalds.com

Dick
BOOKS/AUTHORS
Andrew Neiderman
Being a psychological thriller fiction author. Writing as V.C. Andrews
– 3 Theater projects
– 4 new novels coming out
– 2 movies in the works
– “Flowers in the Attic” history and future
– “The Devil’s Advocate” update and musical
– Will air the 5th straight V.C. Andrews film on Lifetime. “Heaven”
– Technique of writing as a woman
www.neiderman.com

Andrew
10:00-11:00 AM
Medical/P.S.I.F.F./Time Passages Segment
EISENHOWER MEDICAL CENTER
Lee Rice and Dr. Rajiv Tailor, a sports medicine specialist
– Treating athletes, chronic sufferers, folks w/ stress factors. Not just sports related.
– Relatively new field.
– In between primary care and orthopedics.
– Different sports injuries and changes in the treatments of same.
– Athletic teams now have doctors “on the field/scene”.
– Not just bones, but nerves, ligaments, etc.,
– 1/8 thru 3/26/18 – “Lunch and Lose” w/ Dr. Lisa Lindley FREE (760) 423-4855) for reservations.
– 1/18 – “Improving Sleep Health for People of All Ages” FREE lecture @ Annenberg Center for Health Sciences, @ EMC
www.emc.org
(760) 837-3731

Lee and Dr. Tailor
PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
– w/ William Sullivan re: “The Ring Things” (contact info: www.psfilmfest.org and (760) 322-2930)
– w/ Petra Volpe re: “The Divine Order” (contact info: www.psfilmfest.org and (760) 322-2930)
– w/ Eva Gardos re: “Budapest Noir” (contact info: www.psfilmfest.org and (760) 322-2930)
– w/ Jason Kohn re: “Love Means Zero” (contact info: www.psfilmfest.org and (760) 322-2930)
TIME PASSAGES
Charlie Dyer
– Keely Smith 3/9/28 – 12/16/17 Photo of “The Singers”
Bill M., Joey E., the late Frankie R., the late Keely S., the late Buddy G., Leslie A., the late Jerry V., and Jack Jones.
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Real Estate/Technology/Finance Segments
BRADY SANDAHL REAL ESTATE GROUP AT KELLER WILLIAMS
Brady Sandahl
– 215 properties in P.S. are in escrow and over 2300 have closed over 2017
– need properties to sell
– all year-round events bring buyers to P.S. and the Coachella Valley
– Brady’s “Mystery Houses”
– Most buyers start their home search “online”
www.bradysandahl.com
(760) 409-1540
INFORMATICA TECHNOLOGY
Adrian Sfuentes
– understanding the cloud and what it is
– security of info “in the cloud”
– if you delete info on the computer it is ALSO deleted “in the cloud”
– lots of malware out there now and the programs that protect your computer from them
– don’t call numbers, send money or open solicitations
– question of legitimacy of some emails
– an expert in Apple products
– yearly flat fee for consultation
www.informatica-tech.com
(760) 895-2785
LIBERTY TREES
Sequoia Liberty
– Trees freshly cut not stored for months
– From Montana
– Will deliver
– Free tree stand, that doesn’t leak, that you can return/re-use
– Wreaths, garland, etc.,
– Will flock in any color.
– Open 9 AM to 9 PM up too and thru Christmas Day.
– Two lots; 400 N. Indian in Palm Springs
(406) 240-9142 and 73-796 San Luis Rey, Palm Desert.
(406) 317-2087

Joey’s Montana Bull Pine
EUREKA WEALTH MANAGEMENT
Matthew D. Davis, a financial planner
– df. of “non-qualified” money
– how to save “qualified money”
– tax implications of both and tools to help you “place” your money
– new tax ramifications, who will get tax cuts etc.,
– EVERYONE’s situation will be affected.
– does a blog
– pay off your debt FIRST
www.eurekawealthmanagement.com
(760) 537-0791

Adrian, Brady and Matt
Photos from October 2017 Appearances
5. Feel the Magic…”Wear red, and eat chocolate” w/ the RED WITCH (was there ever any doubt???) BOO!!!!!
4. V.I.P. Kick-off for Pride Weekend w/ Maude and Dottie.
3. Andrew Neiderman celebrating 30 years as V.C. Andrews “ghost writer”. It’s Halloween you know. Oct., 14
2. The grand re-operning of Revivals w/ Dane Koch and David Brinkman.
1. “Talk of Stars” on the show this week. Joyce Bullifant and her new book.
December 16, 2017
9:00-10:00 AM
R.O.T.W./Life Coaching Segments
RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK
Michelle Gernand
“Cuistot Restaurant”‘s Dir. of Sales and Marketing.
– Twice weekly fashion shows w/ fashions from El Paseo.
– RESERVE NOW FOR THE HOLIDAYS
– 12/24, 4:30 – 8 PM – Christmas Eve 4 -course dinner, $75.50 per person. (one of the offerings is goose!!!!) w/ Yule logs
– 12/31, New Year’s Eve 4-course dinner; early seating, 5:00 – 6:45 PM, $95.; late seating, 7:00 – 10 PM, champagne $130.
– Four dining/event/banquet rooms….Terrace, private wine, Fireplace room and Chef Bernard’s Bistro.
www.cuistotrestaurant.com
(760) 340-1000

Michelle and Chef Bernard
LIFE COACHING
Laura Meeks
– Comments of allowing transgenders to enlist in the military.
– You can only raise you children to the extend of information you were raised with.
– The old tapes (paradigms) you play in your head.
– Richard Bach’s new book “Thank Your Wicked Parents”
– “This Is Me” new series of hers coming after the first of the year.
www.laurameekscoach.com
(888) 666-1570

Laura and the book
10:00-11:00 AM
Medical/Christmas Trees/Travel Segment
DESERT OASIS HEALTH CARE
Alyssia Yasuda and Tom Brazael, Clinical pharmacists
– Lots of new advances in drugs
– Continuing education is mandatory
– How does acceptance of a new drug happen?
– Help patients w/ chronic diseases
– Flu season peaks NOW. Get your flu shot. Wash your hands, avoid sick folks, don’t expose others.
– New Behavioral Health Clinic for crisis/suicide etc.,
(800) 273-8255
www.mydohc.com

Alyssia and Tom
LIBERTY TREES
Sequoia Liberty
– Trees freshly cut not stored for months
– From Montana
– Will deliver
– Free tree stand, that doesn’t leak, that you can return/re-use
– Wreaths, garland, etc.,
– Will flock in any color.
– Open 9 AM to 9 PM up too and thru Christmas Day.
– Two lots; 400 N. Indian in Palm Springs
(406) 240-9142 and 73-796 San Luis Rey, Palm Desert.
(406) 317-2087

Joey’s Montana Bull Pine
A.C.T. TOURS
Steve Kanold
– Available day trips for Christmas gifts
– 2/22 to 3/3 – Chamber Trip to India. Taj Mahal & tour New Delhi & the colorful Holifest in Jaipur. The Golden Triangle. See Bengal tigers. $2,495. from P.S. and back.
– 3/25 to 4/3 – Chamber Trip to Fiji (3 nights), Sydney (5 days @ the Grace Hotel) and Polynesia. $2,495.
www.act-tours.com
(760) 322-1247

Steve
Kids and Pets
Giveaway Winner:
Jay L. of Indio, CA
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Jewelry/State of the City Segments;
EMERSON AND FARRAR
Landon Morris
– Stone of the month is Tanzanite
– Blue/violet color
– In stones, color is king, not size
– Gift certificates for Christmas available
– Order now for Valentines
– Paul Emerson’s designs are inspired by his travels
– Info about chocolate diamonds from Australia.
– There are pink and red diamonds as well.
www.emersonandfarrar.com
(760) 832-7246

Landon and the Tanzanites
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
Mayor Robert L. Moon re: City’s position/comments on:
– New construction
– Andaz Hyatt Hotel
– Homeless
– Budget
– Cannabis tax
– New council
– P.S.I.F.F. on Jan. 2 for the gala
– Forever Marilyn statue
– Report on 12/14 ribbon cutting for Rowan, Starbucks, new parking structure, etc., and planting of time capsule w/ fireworks display presented by Harold Matzner.
www.palmspringsca.gov

Mayor Moon
December 9, 2017
9:00-10:00 AM
R.O.T.W./Animals/ACT for MS/Talk of Stars/Go Green Segments
RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK
Joe Giusto
“LuLu’s” Manager
– RESERVE NOW FOR THE HOLIDAYS
– 12/24, 3 – 9 PM: Christmas Eve 4-course dinner, $44.99
– 12/25, 1 – 9 PM: Christmas Day 4-course dinner, $44.99
– 12/31, New Year’s Eve 4-course dinner; early seating, 4:30 – 6:30 PM, $49.99; late seating, 7:30 PM, featuring Tony Grandberry Big Fun Orchestra, champagne $99.99.
www.lulupalmsprings.com
(760) 327-LULU

Joe
LOVING ALL ANIMALS
Mary Coor
– Animals for Christmas gifts? Good for a rescue animal, but not w/out asking the parents where the animal will live.
– Today 10 to 1 @ Gelson’s in Rancho Mirage. “Dog and Cat” Days. They provide everything you need. Bed, leash, collar, name tag, food, toys, etc., Animal is spay/neutered, micro-chipped and vaccinated. Fee depending on the animal.
– New owners are vetted as well.
www.lovingallanimals.org
(760) 834-7000

Mary
TALK OF STARS/MCCALLUM THEATER
Tom Dreesen
His show tonight @ the McCallum @ 8 PM. “An Evening of Laughter & Memories (Stories) of Sinatra”
www.mccallumtheatre.com
(760) 340-ARTS

Joey and Tom
LIBERTY TREES
Sequoia Liberty
– Trees freshly cut not stored for months
– From Montana
– Will deliver
– Free tree stand, that doesn’t leak, that you can return/re-use
– Wreaths, garland, etc.,
– Will flock in any color.
– Open 9 AM to 9 PM up too and thru Christmas Day.
– Two lots; 400 N. Indian in Palm Springs
(406) 240-9142
73-796 San Luis Rey, Palm Desert.
(406) 317-2087

Joey’s Montana Bull Pine
REPORT ON ACT FOR MS/CHRISTMAS TREE LANE
Richard DeSantis
Report as Producer on ACT for MS Christmas Tree Lane 12/1 and head’s up for P.S.I.F.F. coming in Jan., 2018 of which he is the Producer.
www.actforms.org

Richard
Home and Services
Giveaway Winner:
Eddie C. of Palm Springs, CA.
10:00-11:00 AM
Senior Moment Segment
FAMILY HOSPICE CARE
Dr. Howard Cohen, Medical Director
– Board certified in emergency medicine
– Their 60 trained volunteers
– People start after Thanksgiving to “remember” things/losses that make them sad.
– This can be part of the healing process that never really ends.
– Allows you to “enjoy” who the loved one was in your life after the grieving process has progressed a while.
– Folks tend to “hang on” for reasons that can’t be explained medically.
– People in hospice do better w/ animals around them as well.
www.familyhospicecare.com
(760) 674-3344
FOREST LAWN
Larry Davis V.P. of the Coachella Valley
– Report on recent 13th Candle lighting Services for over 600 folks in both English and Spanish, with paper doves.
– How to deal w/ grief before the Holidays, no matter how long ago one passed.
– Helpful to be w/ folks of similar emotions.
– Feels as though the loved one is still “with you” in a sense.
– Knowing what to say after a loss.
– If you pre-plan and pre-pay your services, no one can change anything.
– FYI. Cannot bury animals, nor cremate them.
www.forestlawn.com
(760) 321-6009

Howie and Larry
Kids and Pets
Giveaway Winner:
Dyanne N. of Desert Hot Springs, CA. – 1st TIME WINNER!!!!!
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Medical/Children/Charity Segments
NEURO VITALITY CENTER
Bev Greer – Report on re-scheduling of “Escape Room” for next year.
– 12/15 “Jingle and Mingle” party @ Neuro Vitality Center, w/ a giving tree @ 280 E. Alejo Rd. from 4 – 7 PM. Entertainment w/ Yve Evans and Keisha “D” and a turkey dinner. $25.
– New boxing program for Parkinson’s patients, w/ standing bags and speed bags.
– Services for traumatic brain injury, stroke, Parkinsons, and MS patients.
– Only facility of it’s kind in the world.
– Shop @ Jackie Lee’s Thrift Shop, open Saturdays.
www.neurovitalitycenter.org
(760) 323-7676

Bev
AIRMEDCARE NETWORK/REACH AIR MEDICAL SERVICES
Matthew McLuckie
Being the Business Relations Manager/Pilot for the Local C.V. air ambulance membership provider offering life-saving services to communities across the country.
– Two kinds of membership – EMERGENT “Life or Limb” helicopter ride, $65./year for everyone under your roof and FLY U HOME airplane ride, bedside to bedside, $149/yr. for everyone under your roof.
– Always a flight nurse and highly trained paramedic on board each flight.
– Professional pilots who understand when to go and when not to go. Safety of aircraft and crew are foremost.
– Helicopters are all instrument equipped.
– All operations are 24/7.
– Crossroads of medical and transportation industries.
Call Kellie (760) 218-0802

Matt
ISRAEL GUIDE DOGS CENTER
Terry Lubar
Coordinator w/ Carlos King
– Feb., 23, 2018 – Fund raising event @ Desert Willow Golf Resort
– Organization started in Israel
– Costs over $25,000. to train a guide dog.
– There was a need to breed/raise/train these dogs IN Israel, due to language, noise and environmental issues.
– Dogs that aren’t qualified to be guide dogs can be in service for others…i.e. autistic children, etc.,
– Looking for a sponsor here to be able to raffle off a trip to Israel.
www.israelguidedog.org
Carlos King (760) 880-9987

Terry
Shows & Tours:
Giveaway Winner:
Edie P. of Palm Desert, CA
December 2, 2017
9:00-10:00 AM
R.O.T.W./McCallum Moments/Theater Segments
– Report on 12/1 – D.A.P.’s World Aids Day;
– 12/1 – ACT for MS’s “Christmas Tree Lane”
– 12/2 – Palm Springs’s “Festival of Lights” Parade downtown P.S.
RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK
Willie Rhine
“849 Restaurant and Lounge”
– 12/4 – 23rd “Wreath Auction” @ 849 from 6PM – 9 PM. Benefiting P.S. Animal Shelter and The Center
– 12/25 – Christmas Day seating from 1 PM – 9 PM. 4 course meal for $58.
– 12/31 – New Year’s Eve – 2 seatings. 7 PM – 9 PM and 9 PM – 12 PM w/ Keish D, champagne
www.eight4nine.com
(760) 324-8490

Willie and Mr. Community, Steven Henke
MC CALLUM MOMENTS
Jeffrey Siegel
12/4 @ 7 PM. Keyboard Conversations w/ Jeffrey Siegel’s “Keys to the Classics” (contact info: www.mccallumtheatre.com and (760) 340-ARTS) 3. DANCE W/ MISS LINDSAY w/ Lindsay Kaufman re:
– 12/3 Shows @ the Annenber Theater P.S. Art Museum. @ 1 PM and 5:30 PM (contact info: www.psmuseum.org and (760) 325-4490)
– Huge community outreach programs w/ her dancers
– Classes available Ages 2 1/2 to 18
www.dancewithmisslindsay.com
(760) 413-6931

Dance w/ Miss Lindsay
DESERT ROSE PLAYHOUSE
Jim Strait
“Times Square Angel”, a Musical Pastiche. The story of a good girl gone BAD!!! Directed by Jim Strait. Tickets $34 – $37. Runs thru 12/17.
www.desertroseplayhouse.org
(760) 202-3000
THE DESERT SYMPHONY
Nancy Tapick
– REPORT ON THE DESERT SYMPHONY – (presented thru the generosity of the Auen Foundation. www.auenfoundation.com) – 12/7, “Under the Street Lamp” – Holiday Show w/a visit from Santa!!!! Buy tix @ McCallum Theatre. – SAVE THE DATE: 12/15, Barry Manilow’s “Gift of Love” Concert. Seats are in the first 7 rows. Buy tix. are available @ the Desert Symphony Office (760) 779-5988 or (760) 895-8747. Keep up w/ all the 2017-2018 season’s exciting news on the brand new website.
www.thedesertsymphony.org
(760) 779-5988
(760) 895-8747

Nancy
PALM CANYON THEATER
Steven Smith
“Mame” running until Dec., 17.
www.palmcanyontheatre.org
(760) 323-5123
Home and Services
Giveaway Winner:
Molly T. of Rancho Mirage, CA
10:00-11:00 AM
Medical/Arts/Artists/Museums/Segment
TOWN CENTER COMPOUNDING PHARMACY
Dr. Leslie Todd
re: How bio-identical hormones and alkaline water impact:
– the need for lemon water
– the fact that only in the USA can drug companies advertise
– bi-polar in families
– allergies
www.facebook.com/towncentercompoundingpharmacy
(760) 341-3984
CA. DESERT ARTS COUNCIL
Steven Biller
Dec. is such an art month.
Report on P.S. Art Museum
– In Palm Springs thru 1/15/18 –
1. Kinesthesia: Latin American Kinetic Art and thru 2/27/18
2. Mysteries of the Mesa: The Restoration of William Robinson Leigh’s 100 year old “Thunder Mountain”
3. Thru 3/5/18 – No Glass Ceiling!!! Women Working in Glass
4. Art Walks in the Valley.
– We are now a destination for Cultural Tourism
– 12/7 – @ 4:30 PM “Coachella Walls” Mural project walking tour in Pueblo district of downtown Coachella. Tells the story of the farm working community.
www.cadesertarts.org
THE ART PLACE
Craig Michaels
– 12/6 “Art Walk & Wine Tasting” from 4 PM – 7 PM. Off of E. Hovely in Palm Desert. 1st Wed. of each month.
– Complimentary wine tasting
– Meet our interior designers
– Florists
– Upholsterers
– Live art and glass blowing demos
– Shop for art, decor, fine furniture, and more.
– Art from all over the world and locally too.
– Portions benefit Loving All Animals
www.artplacepd.com
(760) 880-3848

Craig and Steven
PALM SPRINGS AIR MUSEUM
Ann Greer
12/9 & 10, starting @ 11 AM: Santa Claus Fly In & Winter Fun Land w/ real snow!!!! And goody bags!! Santa Clones!!!
– Four hangars, over 59 flying & interactive aircraft displays.
– Temporary art exhibit of “Insignia Art” from W.W.II thru April 15, 2018
– New Vietnam & Korea hangar now open
– Open Cockpit every Saturday morning, included w/ regular museum admission.
www.palmspringsairmuseum.org
(760) 778-6262
12/6 – Virginia Waring “Piazza di Liberace” fundraiser @ 5:30 – 7:30 PM to benefit the Waring.
www.vwipc.org and (760) 773-2575

Ann
Kids and Pets
Giveaway Winner:
Shari S. of Palm Springs, CA.
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
L.G.B.T./Go Green Segments
DESERT AIDS PROJECT
Mr.Community, Steven Henke
– Report on World Aids Day and Everyday Heroes 12/1
– New date showing 51 % more people are living with HIV/AIDS in the county than previously reported.
– 12/2 – TONIGHT – Judging the P.S. Festival of Lights Parade.
www.desertaidsproject.org
(760) 323-2118
REVIVALS STORES
Charles Huff
– Being the volunteer co-ordinator for Revivals.
– The new Ashley Furniture and Mode Furniture.
– Christmas trees and decorations.
– Won best resale, consignment and thrift store in all publications as well as best vintage clothing and furniture store.
www.revivalsstores.com
(760) 318-6491
THE L.G.B.T. CENTER OF THE DESERT
Alexis Ortega
– 12/4 – Annual Wreath Auction @ 849. Proceeds go to P.S. Animal Shelter and LGBT Center of the Desert.
– 12/7 – Paws and Claus @ 849 the social for the Center. Photos w/ your animals and Sandy Claus etc.,
www.thecenterps.org

Steven, Charles and Alexis
INFORMATICA TECHNOLOGY
Adrian Sifuentes
– Need for technological help thru the Holidays. Most crisis issues happen in the morning.
– Emotional meltdowns over computer issues.
– His Special pricing packages for service
– Update and upgrade when it’s offered to you.
– Virus and malware issues
– Should turn your computer off every few days.
– Discussion of “dark web”.
(760) 895-2785

Adrian
TIME PASSAGES
Charlie Dyer
– Ann Wedgeworth – 1.21.34 – 11/16/17
– Rance Howard – 11/17/28 – 11/25/17
– David Cassidy – 4/12/50 – 11/21/17
– Jim Nabors – 6/12/30 – 11/30-17
Shows & Tours:
Giveaway Winner:
November 25, 2017
9:00-10:00 AM
R.O.T.W./Mc Callum Moments/Time Passages Segments
– Report on 11/19 The Hollywood Pantages Theater’s Marty Wiviott’s 80th bday w/ JoAnne Worley and Broadway’s 102 yr. old Patricia Morrison.
RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK
Paris Kessinger
“Azul, the New Color of Palm Springs”
– New Seasonal menu.
– All ages and dog friendly.
– Tues., 11/28, 7 PM – Charity Bingo – Wed., 11/29, 7 PM – Paint Night – Thurs., 11/30, 7 PM – Village Fest – Breakfast served daily, 10 AM – 1 PM. Never a cover charge. New menu….Try the Joey English Cobb Salad or the new bar bites. – TOMORROW: 11/26 – 12:30 PM Disco Drag Brunch
– 12/2 – The P.S. Festival of Lights Parade from Azul, where Joey English will be commentating.
– Heated, climate controlled outside venue….w/ street food. (cotton candy, hot chocolate, hot dogs, pretzels, etc.,)
– Allison Annalora’s dinner/show inside after the parade.
– New venue….”Crazy Mel’s” open 5 days a week, Thurs., – Mon. 10 AM to 10 PM. @ Museum Way.
www.alibiazul.com
(760) 325-5533

Paris, Gypsy and George
MC CALLUM MOMENTS/DESERT SYMPHONY
Nancy Tapick
– (presented by the Auen Foundation, www.auenfoundation.org) re: Season tickets. Shows Dec., 7 “Under the Street Lamp”; Jan., 11; Feb., 1; Mar., 15; Ap., 12; and the Barry Manilow benefit in Dec., 15 “Gift of Love” premier tix available thru the Symphony w/ supper @ “Cuistot” Tix for this (760) 779-5988
www.thedesertsymphony.org
(760) 773-5988

Nancy
TALK OF STARS/MC CALLUM MOMENTS
Joanna Johnson
“Cinderella” tonight thru 11/28. Being one of the “ugly” stepsisters “Charlott”…..this production “tweaked” by Douglas Carter Beane for the Broadway production.
www.mccallumtheatre.com
(760) 340-ARTS
TIME PASSAGES
Charlie Dyer
– Malcolm Young 1/6/53 – 11/18/17
– Mel Tillis 8/8/32 – 11/19/17
– Della Reese 7/6/31 – 11/19/17
Home and Services
Giveaway Winner:
Jean D. of Palm Desert, CA.
10:00-11:00 AM
Medical/Cities/Segment
REPORT ON KAYE BALLARD’S B-day 11/20
EISENHOWER MEDICAL CENTER
Lee Rice (Media Coordinator) and Stephanie Farrell (MBA, RN, BSN, CCRC, Dir., Research Administration, EMC)
Lung Cancer Awareness Month
– Lung Screening research w/ the International Early Lung Cancer Action Program (I-ELCAP)
– Medicare approval of Low Dose CT Lung Screening. ( A screening test to detect lung cancer early in former or current heavy smokers)
– Ways to reduce your cancer risk: Stay away from tobacco, maintain a healthy weight, eat healthy & exercise. Be safe in the sun.
– Why lung cancer clinical trials are so important.
– 11/30 – Art of Mindful Eating During the Holiday Season @ the Mizell @ 1 PM
– 12/8 – Blood Drive for www.Lifestream.org @ Annenberg Center for Health Sciences @ Emc
www.EMC.org
(760) 837-8034

Lee and Stephanie
PALM SPRINGS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Nona Watson
– 12/1 – Athena Awards Luncheon @ Renaissance P.S. @ 11:30 AM honoring 5 amazing women.
– 12/14 – Opening of The New Downtown w/ 4 PM ribbon-cutting, fireworks (courtesy of Harold Matzner), Village Fest, time capsule, bands, etc.
– Co-working space @ the Chamber should be open in January. Old furniture will be donated to Revivals.
www.pschamber.org
MR. COMMUNITY/P.S.CHAMBER/DAP
Steve Henke
– The new Starbucks Reserve downtown.
– Dec., 1 – World Aids Day “Everyday Heroes”
– Dec., 2 – P.S. Festival of Lights Parade – Steve will judge and Joey will be commentating in front of Azul.
– Revivals decorated the 2nd home for Sanctuary Palm Springs.
– 50% off all donated items TODAY @ Revivals.
– Revivals won “Best of”…in all categories in the Desert.
www.desertaidsproject.org

Steve and Nona (w/ Joey and George Burns)
Kids and Pets
Giveaway Winner:
Glenn McC of Desert Hot Springs, CA
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Business/Finance Segments
BRADY SANDAHL REAL ESTATE GROUP (Keller Williams Luxury Homes)
Brady Sandahl
– Offices in Palm Springs, Rancho Mirage and La Quinta.
– 250 properties in escrow in P.S. right now. Need for properties to sell.
– Same is true in Cathedral City
– Rancho Mirage is now about 30 % below the all time high, so great time to buy.
– Buyers want defect free, timeless service w/ great interaction.
– The Brady Sandahl “Mystery Houses”
– You have to “inspect what you expect”.
www.bradysandahl.com
(760) 409-1540

Brady
ASCEND INSURANCE
Dennis Van Buskirk
Health care
– Open enrollment from Nov., 15 to Jan., 15. – Rates/fees have increased and services have decreased.
– Anthem Blue Cross is getting out of California Jan., 1, which means fewer companies to choose from.
– Good time to shop around.
– Health insurance drives the cost of home and auto insurance up while decreasing benefits.
– Penalties will be $650 per person if you don’t have health insurance.
– Major medical plans are not really out there anymore.
– Less expensive to go “outside” the group plan sometimes.
– Does Covered CA. and Medical
– Take Dennis 3 minutes to shop it for you, vs. you doing it yourself. Applications are simple. Dennis will do them for you.
– No brokerage fees
– Forms are on his website
www.ascendins.com
(760) 341-3477

Dennis
EUREKA WEALTH MANAGEMENT
Matthew D. Davis
– Your need for a 5 year financial plan.
– Health care savings accounts for small businesses w/ healthy employees.
– Employees can save in that account and it’s tax free for medical expenses and they can take it out for other expenses.
– Tuesday, Nov., 28 FREE seminar “Taxation of Social Security and Retirement Income Strategies” w/ Q. and A. @ 125 E. Tahquitz Cyn., @ 6 PM.
– Will do a comprehensive plan, 5 year or otherwise.
– End of life/estate planning too.
www.eurekawealthmanagement.com
(760) 537-0791

Matt
Shows & Tours:
Giveaway Winner:
Barbara P. of Palm Springs, CA
November 18, 2017
9:00-10:00 AM
R.O.T.W./Life Coaching Segments
– Report on 11/17 Joey’s bday @ Elmer’s
– Report on commentating the Veteran’s Day Parade from Azul.
– Report on meeting the “Gold Star” parents @ Forest Lawn for Veteran’s Day.
RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK
Jacky Donnell re: “Elmer’s”
– Seasonal Favorites; Apple Cherry Streusel Crepes, Canadian Bacon Omelet, Grilled Monte Cristo Sandwich (not deep fried)
– For each of the seasonal entrees purchased thru 12/25, Elmer’s will donate $1. to “Folds of Honor”, which provides educational scholarships to the children & spouses of those killed or disabled while serving our nation.
– For Thanksgiving from 7 AM – 8 PM; turkey, ham, or a combination of both for dinner, w/ dressing, gravy and mashed potatoes. Pumpkin pie for dessert. $14.99. Children’s menu too,
www.eatatelmers.com
(760) 321-8419
LIFE COACHING
Laura Meeks
Tips for the Holidays….
– Have gratitude and create great memories
– Manage your expectations
– Understand “paradimes”, the model of how the world works
– When conflicts arise, “fly the plane”. Aviate, navigate, communicate.
– Difference between a thing to know and a thing to know about.
– How to “pause” playing those “old tapes” in you head.
– Remember to “Dream On”, “Fly High Living” and “Live Adventurously”
www.laurameekscoach.com
(888) 666-1570

Laura and Jacky
Home and Services
Giveaway Winner:
Florence K. of Palm Desert, CA
10:00-11:00 AM
Medical/Talk of Stars Segment
DESERT OASIS HEALTH CARE
Brian Hodgkins Ex., V. P. of Clinical Services
– Report on sponsoring Diabetes walk in Palm Desert.
– Report on 11/8 DOHC Holiday Concert for the Community.
– Report on Great American Smokeout. Classes are ongoing. Register on line.
– Flu Season Oct., – March. Get your flu shot. Over 10,000 given already.
– OPEN ENROLLMENT until Dec. 7. The seminars that DOHC provides.
– If you feel you cannot master the instructions on your prescription bottle call your doctor or pharmacist.
– Being a population based health service.
– Being your partner in wellness.
– Don’t go to the emergency room….go to Immediate care.
– “Never argue w/ a woman who is tired or rested.”
www.mydohc.com
(760) 969-5276

Brian
TALK OF STARS
Karina Smirnoff
12/3 “Dance to the Holidays” @ the Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa, Rancho Mirage @ 5 PM. Wonderful Christmas Show w/ participants from “Dancing W/ The Stars”, “So You Think You Can Dance”, “American Idol”, etc.
– For the whole family.
www.hotwatercasino.com
(888) 999-1995
Kids and Pets
Giveaway Winner:
Glenn McC of Desert Hot Springs, CA
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Fashion/Talk of Stars/Time Passages Segments
EMERSON AND FARRAR
Landon Morris, the stone of the month – Citrine Quartz
– Dec., 4 – Design Show @ Emerson and Farrar downtown P.S. w/ refreshments
– Dec., 14 – Masriera Show @ Emerspm amd Farrar downtown P.S. w/ refreshments.
www.emersonandfarrar.com
(760) 832-7246

Landon and the Citrine birth stone
TALK OF STARS/MC CALLUM MOMENTS
Vikki Carr
12/1 concert @ the Mc Callum @ 8 PM w/ Mariachi Campagna.
www.mccallumtheatre.com
(760) 340-ARTS

Vikki
TIME PASSAGES
Charlie Dyer
– Debra Chasnoff 10/12/57 – 11/7/17
– John Hillerman 12/20/32 – 11/9/17
– Liz Smith 2/2/23 – 11/12/17
Shows & Tours:
Giveway Winner:
Elizabeth T. of Palm Desert, CA