2:00-3:00 PM

Entertainment/Insurance/Talk of Stars/Time Passages Segment

THE JOEY ENGLISH 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 MOMENTS TALK OF STARS
Dan Sperry
Discussing 1/28 @ 4 and 8 PM, and 1/29 @ 2 and 7 PM. “The Illusionists” Live from Broadway. He’s from “America’s Got Talent” and is one of the top-10 most Googled people.
www.mccallumtheatre.com
(760) 340-ARTS

RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK
Jacky Donnell
Discussing “Elmer’s”. New menu items, crowds and parking, on Yelp and Trip Advisor. New maple bacon pancakes combo.
www.eatalelmers.com
(760) 327-8419

ASCEND INSURANCE
Dennis Van Buskirk
Insurance facts: has all insurance companies, even those you’ve never seen advertise on TV, that ARE VERY GOOD; you need insurance even if you have no driver’s license but are going to drive anyway; he does “none eligible” for good drivers; open enrollment closes 1/31; there are no fees for Covered CA; does all commercial and personal insurance needs; speaks Spanish; the lowest cost dental ($21 month) and car ($25 month). Will handle ALL the paperwork for you, even over the phone.
www.ascendins.com
(760) 341-3477

Dennis Van Buskirk

TIME PASSAGES
Charlie Dyer
Discussing Mary Tyler Moore 12/29/1936 – 1/25/2017.

Home/Services
Giveaway winner:

Ray M. of Coachella

3:00-4:00 PM

Medical/P.S./ROTW Segment

EISENHOWER MEDICAL CENTER
Sandra Schulz, Chairman of EMC Memory Care Center Concert Committee
Lee Rice, Media Coordinator and Communication Specialist
Discussing: 2/12 “LOVE, LONGING & LAUGHTER” concert to benefit the Eisenhower Memory Care Center. Nine performers w/a chamber orchestra, & the CA Desert Chorale led by Artistic Director Tim Bruneau. Honoring Ann Mostofi. Free Valet parking. $5./per person. After the concert is a wine and appetizer reception. Adult Day Care is open Monday – Friday from 7:30 – 5 PM w/ support for caregivers too. Other events:

• 1/31 – “Healthy Sleep for a Better Day” lecture @ 4 PM (760) 423-4855 to R.S.V.P.
• 2/1 – “Below the Belt” @ LGBT Community Center re: ED. 5:30 – 6:30 PM.
• 2/2 – “Fun in the Sun” for a Dermatologists’ perspective. The brand new EMC Dermatology and Mohs Center @ the Lucy Curci Cancer Center @ EMC.
• www.emc.org and (760) 340-3911

DESERT AIDS PROJECT
Mr. Community, Steve Henke, Associate Director of Community Development for DAP
Discussing Revivals SALE today (1/28) 50% off on ALL donated items @ all three stores. 2/11 Steve Chase Awards featuring the Pointer Sisters. Honoring Elizabeth Taylor. Tickets start @ $475. Richard de Santis is the producer of the gala (@ the P.S. Convention Center) and the after-party. Tremendous auction items.
www.desertaidsproject.org
(760) 323-2118

PALM SPRINGS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Nona Watson, Pres. of the Chamber
Discussing Chamber trips thru A.C.T. in 2017 (w/Steve Kanold): 1.) Dubai Wonders & Kenya Safaris; 2.) 4 Country Rhine Rhapsody Riverboat Cruise; 3.) Broadway Bound w/the Chamber. Other topics:

• Chamber Golf Tourney 3/16 @ 1 PM; Police and Fireman’s Appreciation Luncheon on 4/18 @ the Renaissance P.S.
• Community Work Space available for travelers and citizens @ the Chamber
• www.pschamber.org and (760) 325-1577)

RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK
Willie Rhine
Discussing “849 Restaurant and Lounge”. NOW DOING CATERING!! Valentine Day menu is 4 courses for $49 from 5 PM – 10 PM. Albert is the most wonderful self-taught dessert chef. Now featuring Earl Grey English Tea flavored Baked Alaska. Bar menu in the beautiful lounge.
www.eight4nine.com and www.849events.com
willie@null849.com
(760) 325-8490

Steve, Nona and Willie

Kids/Pets Giveaway winner:

Patrick A. of Coachella

4:00-5:00 PM

Joey English Extreme Home Makeover/THE WHEEL Segment

MAXIMUM SECURITY
Steve Kaufer
Discussing $1,500 system on the Wheel.
www.maximumsecurity.info
(760) 770-0777

BRADY SANDAHL REALTY
Brady Sandahl
Real estate in Palm Springs is doing very well. He’s the spokesman for the Citizens for a Better Palm Springs Vacation Rental issue. 3500 residents in Palm Springs are employed in the vacation rental industry.

• Mystery House #1 – $20 Alibi Azul gift certificate – won by Barbara P. of Palm Springs.
• Mystery House #2 – $20 Alibi Azul gift certificate – won by Edie P. of Palm Springs.
• Mystery House #3 – $20 Alibi Azul gift certificate – won by Marjorie M. of Palm Springs.

www.bradaysandahl.com
(760) 409-1540

Brady and Steve

Shows/Tours
Giveaway winner:

Carol T. of Palm Springs

SPECIAL PROMOTIONS:

1. Alibi Azul gift certificate – won by Edie P. of Palm Desert
2. Fresh Juice Bar $20 gift certificate – won Molly T. of Rancho Mirage
3. Aspen Mills lunch for 2 – won by Penny H. of Palm Springs
4. Eight 4 Nine $20 gift certificate – won by Ralph S. of Palm Springs
5. Purple Room $20 gift certificate – won by Barbara P. of Palm Springs
6. Big Rock Pub $50 gift certificate – won by Mary T. of Yucca Valley
7. Village Pub $25 gift certificate – won by Marjorie M. of Palm Springs
8. LuLu $20 gift certificate – won by Jean D. of Palm Desert
9. Flemings $25 gift certificate – won by Eddie C. of Palm Springs
10. Alibi Azul $20 gift certificate – won by Tom D. of Desert Hot Springs

– PALM SPRINGS AERIAL TRAM PASSES – Passes for two up and down the tram for one of the winners of the Shows/Tours package of the Joey English Red Hot Treasure Chest (contact info: www.pstramway.com and (760) 325-1391) Won by Georgia E. of Calimesa
– A.C.T. TOURS – Choice of a day trip for 2 (worth up to $200) from A.C.T. Tours; www.act-tours.com and (760) 322-1247 Won by Edie P. of Palm Springs
– LALO VISIONS A 90 minute psychic reading from Lalo (worth $65) www.lalovisions.com and (760) 401-1810. Won by Penny H. of Palm Springs

EXTREME HOME MAKEOVER/JOEY EDITION WHEEL

Jean giving the Wheel a spin while Brady “calls” it

Chance to spin the Wheel for:

1. GAMEROOM GALLERY – $600 card or poker table top in its own nylon zippered carrying case w/ chips/cards and dice from Michael (contact info: www.gameroomgallery.com and (760) 343-5177)
2. MAXIMUM SECURITY – $1,500 system from Steve (contact info: www.maximumsecurity.info and (760) 770-0777)
3. RAWLINGS CUSTOM CONSTRUCTION – $500 gift certificate from Patrick, that you can put toward a redo, remodel, rebuild or to start from scratch on anything from hanging a garage door to building your dream home. (contact info: (760) 275-8568)
4. RENOVA SOLAR – $1,000 gift certificate toward a new solar system or 2 months solar energy bill payments from Vincent (contact info: www.renovasolar.com and (760) 568-3413)
5. REVIVALS DESIGN/CONSIGN/VOLUNTEER/SHOP -$500 gift certificate (contact info: www.desertaidsproject.org and www.revivalsstores.com and (760) 323-2118
6. TOWN CENTER COMPOUNDING PHARMACY – $500 gift certificate from Leslie and Mort (contact info: www.towncentercompoundingpharmacy.com and (760) 341-3984)
7. Cash, Cash, Cash $100. – Won by Jean D. of Palm Desert

Jean and Brady deciding where to spend her winnings!!!!

2:00-3:00 PM

Entertainment/Life Coaching/Talk of Stars Segment

THE JOEY ENGLISH 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

TALK OF STARS
Joel Douglas
Discussing his 70th birthday on Jan. 23. His Hollywood Royalty status….his 100 year old father, Kirk….his brother Michael. His production history. Ric and Rozene’s contribution to the Valley, etc. His family hotel project in Bermuda.

LIFE COACHING
Laura Meeks
Discussing how to celebrate LIFE. “Happiness is not dependent on what you have, it is dependent on what you THINK”.
www.laurameekscoach.com
(888) 666-1570

PURPLE ROOM
Iris Williams
Discussing her 1/28 concert @ 8 PM.
www.purpleroompalmsprings.com
(760) 322-4422

Laura and Iris

BIG ROCK PUB
Joe Simonds
Owner of “Big Rock Pub” @ the Indian Springs Golf Club. Corner of Jefferson and Westward Ho. 1/29 – 1 to 5 PM “Rock the Ride” w/P.S. Cruisin’ Association. Pre-party, live band, 200 Classic cars.
www.thebigrockpub.com
(760) 200-9844

DESERT CANCER FOUNDATION
Paula Simonds
Discussing event benefiting the Foundation from 1/29, 1-5 PM – “Rock the Ride” w/the P.S. Cruisin’ Association @ the Big Rock Pub. $20 donation, happy hour specials @ the Big Rock Pub @ Indian Springs Golf Club.
www.desertcancerfoundation.org
(760) 773-6554

Home/Services
Giveaway winner:

Louise C. of Palm Springs

3:00-4:00 PM

Medical/P.S. Style/Medical Marijuana  Segment

DESERT OASIS HEALTH CARE
Brian Hodgkins
Discussing flu season. Not a new strain. Not too late to get a flu shot. The Senior Evaluation Clinic and the Travel Clinic @ D.O.H.C. (760) 969-6560. Partnership w/DAP for Hepatitus “C” Center of Excellence, since some of the symptoms are similar to HIV. Discussion about cannabis vs. cannabinoid receptors. States that don’t permit medical marijuana have higher incidences of overdoses/deaths in opiates.
www.mydohc.com
(760) 969-5276

PALM SPRINGS HOME TEAM
Conrad Miller and Brandon Holland
Discussing the good real estate market in our area. Seller’s market. Need inventory. Have a Trousdale home for sale. They’ll stage, do the fabulous party open houses, EVERYTHING. FYI to Joey Pals re: frauds in connection w/ the escrow, loan, etc. The fact that medical marijuana is helpful for animals in pain too. Helps control insomnia too, upset stomach problems too.
www.palmspringshometeam.com
(760) 308-8229

Brian, Conrad and Brandon

ATOMIC BUDZ
John Chaisson
Discussing opening celebration for “Atomic Budz” 1/22 w/a BBQ etc. 68415 Perez Road, Cathedral City…..big lime green building. Take a prescription of medical marijuana to this facility, it will then be verified and then you can get products for medicinal purposes. Jan. 2018 perhaps recreational marijuana will become legal. Useful for cancer (appetite help), diabetes, etc. No pesticides, tested by the city, etc.
www.atomicbudz.com
(760) 322-4481

John Chaisson

TIME PASSAGES
Charlie Dyer
Discussing Buddy Greco 8/13/1926 – 1/10/2017.

“The Singers” – (from the left) Bill Marx, Joey, the late Frankie Randall, Keely Smith, the late Buddy Greco, Lezlie Anders, the late Jerry Vale and Jack Jones

Kids/Pets Giveaway winner:

Raul L. of Coachella

4:00-5:00 PM

Talk of Stars/Jewelry/ROTW Segment

MC CALLUM THEATRE/”ONE NIGHT ONLY”
Michael Childers
Discussing “HELLO JERRY” featuring the music off Jerry Herman. 11th year benefit for Jewish Family Service of the Desert on 4/20 @ the McCallum w/a 12 piece orchestra conducted by Christopher Marlowe. Directed by Jason Graae. Tickets on sale 1/24 – start @ $75. Call JFS for VIP tickets, and the after party @ the Keller’s “Acqua Bistro”. (760) 325-4088. Starring Christine Andreas, Carole Cook, Ruta Lee, JoAnne Worley. “The Night of 1,000 Dollys” w/the P.S. Gay Men’s Chorus and the P.S.H.S. Marching Band.
www.mccallumtheatre.com
(760) 340-ARTS

EMERSON AND FARRAR
Paul Emerson
Paul ran a heart lung machine before going into jewelry. Grew up in Indonesia. Birthstones for Dec. are zircon, tanzanite and turquoise. Birthstone for Jan. is garnet. His historical building designed by Lloyd Wright in 1925.
www.emersonandfarrar.com
(760) 832-7246

Dec. birthstone on the left and green garnet in white gold on the right

RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK
Joane Garcia-Colson
Discussing Dish Creative Cuisine. 1107 N. Palm Canyon. Her former career as an entertainer, lawyer and now a James Beard chef. Her “chef dinners” in the private dining room on Sunday night w/10 course offerings of Contemporary Modern American cuisine. The architecture of the mid-century modern historical building that was originally “Don the Beachcomber”. $2 tacos Wed. night in the bar; 2 for 1 burgers Thursday night in the bar; most entrees are gluten-free; entertainment in the “speak easy”.
www.dishcreativecuisine.com
(760) 322-7171

Michael, Paul and Joane

Shows/Tours
Giveaway winner:

Mary T. of Yucca Valley

2:00-3:00 PM

Entertainment/PSIFF/Theater/Animal Segment

THE JOEY ENGLISH 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

DESERT ROSE PLAYHOUSE
Jim Strait
Discussing upcoming shows: 1/20 – 2/12, 2017 – “Vampire Lesbians of Sodom” & “Coma”; 1/19 – The Ghostlight Project. Inspired by the tradition of leaving a “ghost light” on in a darkened theater, artists and communities will make or renew a pledge to stand for and protect the values of inclusion, participation, and compassion for everyone regardless of race, class, religions, country of origin, immigration status, disability, gender identity, or sexual orientation. 2/12 – Annual Fundraiser.
www.desertroseplayhouse.org
(760) 202-3000

PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Jakob M. Erwa
Discussing “Center of My World”.
www.psfilmfest.org
(760) 322-2930

PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Boo Junfeng
Discussing “Apprentice”.
www.psfilmfest.org
(760) 322-2930

ANIMAL SAMARITANS
Tom Snyder
Discussing “Walk in Wednesdays” — no appointment needed. 1/19 “Yappy Hour”; 3/4 Superheroes 5 K Run/Walk.
www.animalsamaritans.org
(760) 343-3477

LOVING ALL ANIMALS
Lynn Lockwood
Along w/other animal agencies, L.A.A. will work w/anyone who has trouble w/financial issues for animal care. 1/27 – 1st Annual Animal Star Awards “The Oscars” @ Venus de Fido. Contact and RSVP:
www.lovingallanimals.org
(760) 834-7000

VENUS DE FIDO, Luxury Spa for Pets and Their People
Lori Loftis
Discussing upcoming events: 1/14, 15 – Participation in the 10th Desert Woman’s Show. 4 day grand opening….1/26 Renoir for the Cats & Dogs; 1/27 Yappy Hour “Oscars for the Animals”; 1/28 “Doggone” Country Dance & BBQ; 1/29 – “Bow Wow Brunch” Health and Wellness Symposium.
www.venusdefido.com/grandopening
(760) 834-7070

TALK OF STARS
Patty Newman
Discussing Arthur Newman’s 93rd Birthday and Evening of Cabaret, 1/22 @ Joslyn Center’s Arthur Newman Theatre. Special guest appearance by Kaye Ballard. Music by David Geist. $150/per person.
www.joslyncenter.org
(760) 340-3220

Home/Services
Giveaway winner:

Connie H. of Banning
1st TIME WINNER!!!!

3:00-4:00 PM

PSIFF/Senior Moment Segment

FOREST LAWN
Larry Davis
Reporting from the ICCFA convention in Arizona. Exchange of information in the funeral industry from around the world. New products and services e.g., advancements in caskets…can not say “preserve”, best to say “protect”. Learning to deal w/the LGBTQ Community, although Palm Springs does this very well already.
www.forestlawn.com
(760) 321-6009

FAMILY HOSPICE CARE
Dr. Howard Cohen
Discussion of the “umbrella of dementia” under which Alzheimer’s exists. People wait too long to enter hospice care. Especially patients w/cancer fight especially hard. Teaching hospice residency programs at Eisenhower Medical Center and Desert Regional Medical Center.
www.familyhospicecare.com or hcohen@nullfamilyhospicecare.com
(760) 674-3344

BROOKDALE
Kurt Suminski and Jay Wohlleib
Discussion of Alzheimer’s patients in the Clairbridge Facility. Folks lose their sense of taste w/this disease, can “forget” how to swallow, and start “pocketing” their food in their cheeks. Different levels of living available, location, services, activities. All activities, programs, restaurants etc. for residents, families, associates and visitors. Different locations.
www.brookdale.com
(760) 346-7772

PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Andrew Bargsted
Discussing “Bad Influence”.
www.psfilmfest.org
(760) 322-2930

PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Sabrina Almandez
Discussing “No Dresscode Required”.
www.psfilmfest.org
(760) 322-2930

Kids/Pets Giveaway winner:

Barbara H. of La Quinta
1st TIME WINNER!!!!!

4:00-5:00 PM

Medical/ROTW/Children/Charity Segment

NEURO VITALITY CENTER
Bev Greer, CEO
Discussing grand opening 1/23 of the Luhr and Clarice Jensen Exercise Therapy Facility. 2 PM Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. Tours and refreshments until 4 PM.
www.neurovitalitycenter.org
(760) 323-7676

DESERT REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
Richard Ramhoff
Discussion of being the ONLY hospital in the Inland Empire to be awarded the status of Comprehensive Stroke Center. How this was graded and determined. It took over 5 years of discussion and discovery.
www.desertregional.com

(760) 323-6511

RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK
Chef Art Herrera and John Farrow
Discussing A.J.’s on the Green. New menu items. Entertainment nightly.
www.ajsonthegreen.com
(760) 202-1111

Ron, John, Art and the legendary Gypsy

RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK
Annamarie Mora
Discussing The Congo Room and Reef Bar. Location, all menu categories. Entertainment.
www.thecongoroom.com
(760) 322-7353

Charlie’s amazing fried chicken at the Congo Room

STEINWAY SOCIETY
Ruth Moir
Discussing Mission Statement: to keep music in the public schools. 2/12 Doctor’s Concert Gala Luncheon @ Thunderbird Country Club @ 11:30.
www.steinwayriverside.org
(760) 341-4130

DESERT ARC
Mitch Blumberg
Discussing month’s events: “Party w/ a Purpose”; 4/6 Annual Golf Tournament @ Fantasy Springs.
www.desertarc.org
(760) 346-1611

SOROPTIMIST “LUNA FEST”
Joan Boiko
Discussing 1/28 Lunafest: 9 Short films by, for and about women @ the Camelot Theatre. Doors open @ 9 AM and films start @ 9:30 AM.
www.lunafestpalmsprings.com
(760) 202-7810

Shows/Tours
Giveaway winner:

Linda B. of Cathedral City

2:00-3:00 PM

Entertainment/R.O.T.W./Theater Segment

Jan. 2, again, lucky to be the V.O.G. (Voice of God-ess) for the 28th Annual P.S. Film Awards produced by Richard de Santis.

THE JOEY ENGLISH DESERT DATEBOOK

The legendary “Gypsy” between owners Paris and George Kessinger

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
Paris Kessinger and Jersey Shore
Discussing “Georgie’s Alibi Azul”. Known for it’s atmosphere. Place for special events. Patio and interior for dining. Charity bingo for a cause, cabaret, karaoke, Thurs. Village Fest. All free shows, no cover charges. Jersey will do more singing and acting in his shows in ’17.
www.alibiazul.com
(760) 325-5533

The fabulous “bone-in” rib-eye steak

MC CALLUM MOMENTS
Jeff Norman
This month: “Annie”, The Music of Neil Diamond, The Highwaymen, Vanessa Williams, Jay Leno, P.S. Legends, Rick Springfield, Itzhak Perlman, Storm Large, Ballet Boys, Drum Line. Soon 100 shows in 100 days.
www.mccallumtheatre.com
(760) 340-ARTS

PALM CANYON THEATRE
Steven Smith
Discussing “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat” opening Jan. 20 thru Feb. 5; entire Season’s schedule.
www.palmcanyontheatre.org
(760) 323-5123

Home/Services
Giveaway winner:

Kristi A. of Yucca Valley

3:00-4:00 PM

Medical/Arts/Artists/Museum Segment

TOWN CENTER COMPOUNDING PHARMACY
Leslie Todd
Discussing how bio-identical hormones and alkaline water impact asthma, PBA, 14 year old with terrible cramps, Zonecor Garcina, HCA. No charge for consultations.
www.facebook.com/towncentercompoundingpharmacy
(760) 341-3984

A.C.T. TOURS
Steve Kanold
Discussing 2 nights in Rome plus a 7-night Mediterranean luxury cruise in April, $1995; 10-day February Copper Canyon tour in Mexico, from Palm Springs, $1695; Rhine & Danube River Cruises in July, $3495; 4 Days in Nashville & the Grand Ole Opry in Aug. and see the total Solar Eclipse Aug. 14 (1st time in 100 years….starts in Oregon, skips CA and goes to Tennessee): $995 from Palm Springs. Visit website for all the details and/or call.
www.act-tours.com
(760) 322-1247

Steve Kanold

PALM SPRINGS ART MUSEUM
Michael Felci
On 1/9 Hosting Pop-Up Project Studio Series: Handbuilt studio – A time for Kinship, part of FREE 2nd Sundays. 1/19 Evening for Educators email an R.S.V.P. to IVONSYDOW@nullpsmuseum.org. Also:

• In Palm Springs thru 7/31/17 – Montgomery Meets Modernism: Two Americas; and thru 9/4/17 – Western Stories & Grass Roots: Native American Basketry of the West.
• In Palm Springs @ the A and D Center thru 2/27/17 – MetaModern, FREE admission – all days, all times.
• In Palm Desert @ the Galen thru 3/7/17, “Glass for he New Millennium”; Masterworks from the Kaplan-Ostergaard Collection, FREE admission – all days, all times.
• www.psmuseum.org and (760) 322-4800

PALM SPRINGS AIR MUSEUM
Ann Greer
Thru 1/31 – “Justice Illuminated” political cartoon display; 1/17 “Uniform Display”; “Wildcat” open cockpit; Dr. Gordon (historian/writer) will lecture on the events that lead up to the attack on Pearl Harbor. New construction on the 4th Hanger, for Vietnam and Korean War eras.
www.palmspringsairmuseum.org
(760) 778-6262

Kids/Pets Giveaway winner:

Joby V. of Indio

4:00-5:00 PM

LGBT/Travel/DWA Segment

BRIGHTHAUS MARKETING
Brian Vatcher
Discussing 4/2 L-Fund Annual Gumbo Gala @ P.S. Pavilion. Chef Betty Berrysmith’s gumbo.
www.l-fund.org
(760) 304-8487

LALO VISION
Lalo Tachiquin
Discussing being the “psychic to the psychics”. Belief in the afterlife….people who have “passed over” come to Lalo. He reads the energies and the angels around you. $65 for a 90 minute reading up @ Casa del Monte in Yucca Valley.
www.lalovisions.com
(760) 401-1810

REVIVALS
Charles Huff
All 3 stores have fully stocked NEW furniture departments. Featuring BRAND NEW donated merchandise called “Kashmere” for women, men and children. 2/11 – The STEVE CHASE starring The Pointer Sisters. Produced by Richard de Santis.
www.revivalsstores.com
(760) 318-6491

DESERT WATER AGENCY
Ashley Metzger
Discussing two issues and reasons rates are going up – Private plumbing leaks and DWA pipes leaks. Water only after 7 PM and before 7 AM. No watering for 48 hours after the rain. Put in a FREE “smart” irrigation meter and installation and programming is FREE now too. Other water agencies have similar programs. Buy back program pays $1 sq. foot to replace grass w/desert landscape. DWA started a YouTube channel in 2016.
www.dwa.org
(760) 323-4971

Charles, Ashley, Lalo and Brian

Shows/Tours
Giveaway winner:

Constance S. of Bermuda Dunes

2:00-3:00 PM

Entertainment/ROTW/PSIFF Segment

THE JOEY ENGLISH 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

CITY OF PALM SPRINGS
The Honorable Mayor Robert Lee Moon
Report on “Dancing w/the Desert Stars”. Studying w/”Step to Step”. kudos to Dr. Steven Gundry. Reflections on New Year’s. “State of the City”: Report on new projects and businesses, especially small business and restaurants. Overview of the General Plan: Concern over homeless issues and problems; Hopes for 2017 and new developments: Council has reduced downtown by 49%, will buy the acre across from the P.S. Art Museum for the Virgin Hotel, and “Marilyn” will be back!!!!
www.palmspringsca.gov

RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK
Pat Milsop
Discussing “Flemings Steak House”. Stayed open for Thanksgiving for the 1st time this year. Holiday offerings. Reservations recommended. Closed New Year’s Day.
www.flemingssteakhouse.com
(760) 776-6685

Home/Services
Giveaway winner:

Jean D. of Palm Desert

3:00-4:00 PM

Medical/Cities/Community Segment

EISENHOWER MEDICAL CENTER
Dr. Jeralyn W. Brossfield, Medical Dir. EMC Wellness Institute, and Lee Rice
Discussing 1/25 – “Life Is Your Best Medicine” free lecture w/ T. Low Dog, MD. (760) 773-4500. Healthy Living Magaine, winter edition. “Fitness Rocks” Indoor climbing is good for body and mind. Wellness Worth Watching: Movie Series: all from 5:30 – 8 PM @ Annenberg Center for Health Sciences.  $15 (contact info: www.emc.org/wellness or (760) 610-7360). Upcoming:

• 1/10 – “Fed Up”
• 2/7 – “The Connection” Mind Your Body
• 3/7 – “Happy”

www.emc.org

MR. COMMUNITY/DESERT AIDS PROJECT
Steve Henke, Associate Dir. of Development for DAP
Calling this City is “THIS Century Modern”. In 2017 he wants to amplify the voices of the creative community who travel through and live in Palm Springs. New restaurant “The Draftsman” Steve Chase 2/10, 11 – produced by Richard de Santis, will feature the Pointer Sisters and 3 parties and many new renovations, e.g., new “red” carpet.
www.desertaidsproject.org

PALM SPRINGS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Nona Watson
Still has some Monopoly games of Palm Springs. A.C.T. Tours for the Chamber to the Rhine River, NYC and Africa…and speaking @ A.C.T.’s FREE meeting 1/4 and talking about the Chambers’ tours. Chamber mixer in Jan. @ Draftsman.
www.pschamber.org
(760) 325-1577

Steve and Nona

Kids/Pets Giveaway winner:

Ralph S. of Palm Springs

4:00-5:00 PM

Business/Time Passages/PSIFF Segment

SANDAHL REALTY
Brady Sandahl
Discussing fact that all real estate stats are up from last year here in Palm Springs. Baby boomers buying “smaller” now as they down size. Rental ordinances different in the New Year. Now any month is a good month to sell in Palm Springs. Now we’re a year-round destination. New office in Rancho Mirage, on Hwy. 111 behind Misty’s Consignment, also doing well.
www.bradysandahl.com
(760) 409-1540

TIME PASSAGES
Charlie Dyer

• Zsa Zsa Gabor 2/6/17 – 12/18/16
• George Michaels 6/25/63 – 12/25/16
• John Benoit 12/27/51 – 12/26/16
• Carrie Fisher 10/21/56 – 12/27/16
• Debbie Reynolds 4/1/32 – 12/28/16

Joey with Debbie Reynolds

PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Tom E. Brown
Discussing “Pushing Dead”
www.psfilmfest.org
(760) 322-2930

PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Scott Marshall Smith
Discussing “Camera Store”.
www.psfilmfest.org
(760) 322-2930

PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Steven James
Discussing “Abacus: Small Enough To Jail”.
www.psfilmfest.org
(760) 322-2930

Shows/Tours
Giveaway winner:

Jay D. of Desert Hot Springs

Merry Christmas from the ex-Mrs. Claus

Since this week’s show would have fallen on Christmas Eve, Joey and her pals are taking a well deserved day off. There will be a special music program in our place on Saturday.

But we’ll be back and well rested on New Years Eve, so join us then!

2:00-3:00 PM

Entertainment/Life Coaching/PSIFF Segment

Report on:

12/14 – Ride up the P.S. Tram w/son Tyler and his friend Adrienne to interview Greg Purdy, Chef Frank and Owner John.

THE JOEY ENGLISH 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

LIFE COACHING
Laura Meeks
Discussing Christmas thoughts: (1) Make pancakes.(2) Turn old t-shirts into pillows. (3) Do a fun gift exchange. (4) Create a new Christmas ritual. (5) Manage your expectations. (6) BE HAPPY!!!!
www.laurameekscoach.com
(888) 666-1570

Laura and her Christmas nails and crocheted coat

PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Martin Koolhoven
Discussing “Brimstone”.
www.psfilmfest.org
(760) 322-2930

PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Amber Sealey
Discussing “No Light and No Land Anywhere”.
www.psfilmfest.org
(760) 322-2930

Home/Services
Giveaway winner:

Liam C. of Desert Hot Springs
1ST TIME WINNER!!!!! 

3:00-4:00 PM

Medical/Palm Springs Style Segment

DESERT OASIS HEALTH CARE
Helene Le Clair, V.P. of Network Development and Maggie Deering, R.N., Associate V.P. of Clinical Integration
Discussing patient portals for access to records. Fall prevention classes. D.O.H.C. will inspect your home for “fall dangers”. Co-ordination of care. Guides patients from wellness clinics thru every phase of life. Open enrollment is over now.
www.mydohc.com
(800) 500-5215

PALM SPRINGS HOME TEAM
Conrad Miller and Brandon Holland
Discussing the fact that 1/2 of the nation’s home buyers were 1st timers.  21 homes in P.S. from $100,000 – $300,000. 199 homes in P.S. from $300,000 – $700,000. Millennials are buying now. Need for inventory. Free advice for all aspects of home buying/selling. Most folks decide within 16 seconds if they want a property.
www.palmspringshometeam.com
(760) 464-9559

Maggie, Helene, Conrad and Brandon

Kids/Pets Giveaway winner:

Cindy A. of Landers

4:00-5:00 PM

Sports/R.O.T.W./Time Passages/PSIFF Segment

WOUNDED WARRIOR PROJECT CELEBRITY GOLF TOURNAMENT
Fred “The Hammer” Williamson
Discussing:

• 1/6,7 Tournament @ Fantasy Springs’ Eagle Falls Golf Course. $275 for tournament, parties, dinner, playing w/the stars/athletes. (760) 238-5633 to sign up.
• Super Bowl thoughts. How the Raiders are doing. Patriots for certain. His football career.
• New movies “Check Point” and “Atomic Eden”
• His Mother’s Caramel Cake

RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK
Greg Purdy, Public Affairs Mgr. for the Tram, Chef Frank Decker, and Owner John Fritch
Discussing “Peaks” @ the Top of the Tram. Holiday “Ride ‘n Dine”.  Special menu for Christmas and New Years Eve. Everything comes from 170 miles away or less. Featuring local growers and produce. Open 7 days a week. Will be having live entertainment in the future.
www.pstramway.com and (760) 325-4537 for reservations
(760) 325-1449 for Tram tickets.

Greg, Chef Frank and John

Joey’s Rib Eye Steak

TIME PASSAGES
Charlie Dyer
Discussing Alan Thicke 3/1/47 – 12/13/16.

PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Andrew Wagner
Discussing “Breakable You”.
www.psfilmfest.org
(760) 322-2930

PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Alex Holder
“Keep Quiet”.
www.psfilmfest.org
(760) 322-2930

PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Christoph Baaden
Discussing “The Magicians – The Life Impossible”.
www.psfilmfest.org
(760) 322-2930

Shows/Tours
Giveaway winner:

Barbara P. of Palm Springs

2:00-3:00 PM

Entertainment/R.O.T.W./Theater/Animal Segment

Reports on:

12/4 – Judging the Brisket Cookoff @ Dr. Howard Cohen’s benefiting AIDS Lifecycle. Photo of Judge Jersey Shore, Dr. Howie, Joey and Cody Krupp of KESQ

12/9 – VIP Champagne toast before Walk of Stars Dedication of Star #407 for Fleet Easton @ Alibi Azul.

THE JOEY ENGLISH 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
Roula Berg and Chef Jorge Gonzales
Discussing “The Village Pub, Restaurant, Bar and Nightclub”. Affordable offerings for Christmas and New Years w/lots of entertainment. Reservations required for New Year’s Eve. Being a Sports Bar. Cuisines from around the world; great values and menu ideas. Celebrating 21 years downtown. Open 7 days a week. Brunch menu every day w/bottomless champagne. Partnership w/Animal Samaritans to raise money.
www.palmspringsvillagepub.com
(760) 323-3265

Roula, Chef Jorge and Tracy

MC CALLUM MOMENTS/TALK OF STARS
Barry Minniefield
Discussing his concert tonight @ 8 PM as part of Jimi Fitz and Friends’ “A CV Christmas”. Being the “Hollywood Singing Chef”.
www.mccallumtheatre.com
(760) 340-ARTS

LOVING ALL ANIMALS
Tracy Habijanac
Discussing ages of animals for spay and neuter. Yappy Hours @ Venus De Fido w/ lots of themes. Need for foster homes for animals.
www.lovingallanimals.org
(760) 834-7000

VENUS DE FIDO
Pamela Turner
Discussing her De La Croce jewelry @ the Venus De Fido for Pets and their People. Day care, groomers, indoor dog part while you do your “people” thing. Monthly “bow wowbrunch”. See the Biggi Bird Gardens 12/11 for their “Bow Wow Brunch”. $25 gift bracelet to Joey Pals who buy tickets. Shepherd Clark jewels as well. Selfies w/Santa Paws.
www.venusdefido.com
(760) 834-7070

$25 bracelet that a gift for Joey Pals who attend

DOG SITTING
Jane Treacy
Discussing her “one dog @ time” services in her home. Her new book “Cinderella @ 70”.
janetracey70@nullgmail.com and www.cinderella70.com
(760) 409-7589

Home/Services
Giveaway winner:

Penny H. of Palm Springs

3:00-4:00 PM

Senior Moment Segment

FOREST LAWN
Larry Davis
Discussing people who seem to stay alive and wait for the holidays and then pass away. Heading into the holiday season after a loss; some of the ways people “prepare” to die; hospice care; the importance of pre-planning AND pre-paying for funerals, burial insurance. Burying things w/people, mostly photographs. Don’t put jewelry into the cremation process but in the urn later if wanted.
www.forestlawn.com
(760) 321-6009

FAMILY HOSPICE CARE
Dr. Howard Cohen
Discussing seeing people in hospice stay alive and wait until after the holidays to pass. Thoughts from “Tuesdays w/Morrie”, i.e., preparing for death, which we don’t talk about in our culture. People wait too long to enter hospice care. Especially patients w/cancer fight especially hard. Teaching hospice residency programs at Eisenhower Medical Center and Desert Regional Medical Center. Connie’s 80th birthday and being a patient advocate.
www.familyhospicecare.com or hcohen@nullfamilyhospicecare.com
(760) 674-3344

BROOKDALE
Margaret Rouley
Also seeing residents stay alive and wait for the holidays or a people to come visit before passing. Different levels of living available, location, services, activities. All activities, programs, restaurants etc., for residents, families, associates and visitors. Different locations. Nancy the Pastry Chef.
www.brookdale.com
(760) 346-7772

Howie, Larry and Margaret

Kids/Pets Giveaway winner:

Georgia E. of Calimesa

4:00-5:00 PM

Medical/Children/Charities Segment

DESERT REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
Dr. Amir Lavaf, Radiation Oncologist
Discussing ribbon cutting in the Main Lobby on 12/14 @ 11 AM @ D.R.M.C. for the new linear accelerator for radiation therapy in cancer treatment. RSVP to (800) 491-4990.
www.desertregional.com
(760) 416-4770

LIVING DESERT
Erin Scott
You can get married @ the Living Desert too!!! Butterflies! Winged Wonders has opened for the season. Get up-close with more than 300 butterflies from 30 unique species.

• Tonight, 12/16-24, 6-9P: WildLights – the annual holiday tradition returns with new features including a luminescent herd of animal lanterns
• SAVE THE DATE: Mildly Wild New Year’s Eve Party, 5-10P, $125 – Celebrate with Dave Damiani & the No Vacancy Orchestra, surf-&-turf dinner, champagne toast for an East Coast countdown to midnight
• 12/17 – she’s competing in Dancing w/the Desert Stars.
• www.livingdesert.org and (760) 346-5694

DESERT ARC
Mitch Blumberg
Discussing mission statement. For ages 18 and up. Training the clients in janitorial, kitchen, recycling and landscape services so they can live a productive, independent life. Partnering w/ Winewomen for New York, New Year’s Eve Dinner Dance & Celebration 6 to 11 PM @ Renaissance Indian Wells. Reservations (760) 880-5010.
www.desertarc.org
(760) 346-1611

L.G.B.T. SANCTUARY PALM SPRINGS
Julie Siri, Program Manager
Discussing being a “transition” house for L.G.B.T.Q. folks from ages 18 to 21. How they find their clients: kids who have been in foster care. No charge to client. Partnering w/Michael Holmes @ The Purple Room for the Jan. 1 show (www.purpleroompalmsprings.com and (760) 342-4422).
www.sanctuarypalmsprings.org
(760) 766-3500 or direct line (909) 967-0101

Joey w/Michael Holmes as Judy Garland and Judy Bell of the Follies

Shows/Tours

Giveaway winner:

Michael C. of Joshua Tree

2:00-3:00 PM

Entertainment/R.O.T.W./Theater/PSIFF Segment

THE JOEY ENGLISH 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
Emily
Discussing “LuLu”. Seatings for Christmas and New Years…..great values and menu ideas.
www.lulupalmsprings.com
(760) 327-5858

Palm Springs International Film Festival
Richard DeSantis, Producer of the Gala.
The P.S.I.F.F. on 1/2/17. Being the best predictor of the Oscars submissions. How the films are chosen. Tom Hanks will be one of the honorees. Watch Entertainment Tonight for updates.
www.psfilmfest.org

MC CALLUM THEATRE
Jeff Norman
Report on Gala. Raised $1.5 million.

• Tonight & Tomorrow: “Mama Mia”!
• 12/5: Vienna Boys Choir,
• 12/6: The Irish Tenors Christmas
• 12/8: Oh What  Night!!!
• 12/9: The Colors of Christmas
• 12/10: Jimi Fitz & Friends – A CV Christmas
• 12/11: Christmas w/the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain
• www.mccallumtheatre.com and (760) 340-ARTS

TALK OF STARS/MC CALLUM THEATRE
Melissa Manchester
Friday Dec. 9 @ 8PM.
www.mccallumtheatre.com
(760) 340-ARTS

PALM CANYON THEATRE
Steven Smith
Discussing “Meet Me In St. Louis” opened 12/2. Runs through 12/18. Great Christmas gift idea, a couple of tickets. Then “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor DreamCoat”, “Evita”; “Sweet Charity ” and “Rock  of Ages”.
www.palmcanyontheatre.org
(760) 323-5123

Home/Services
Giveaway winner:

Marian H. of Desert Hot Springs

3:00-4:00 PM

Medical/Arts/Artists/Museum Segment

TOWN CENTER COMPOUNDING PHARMACY
Leslie Todd, Professor of Nursing
How bio-identical hormones and alkaline water impact: Hepatitis C, psoriasis, do bio-identical hormones and alkaline water have the long list of disclaimers that prescription drugs do? Free consultations.
www.facebook.com/towncentercompoundingpharmacy
(760) 341-3984

CODA GALLERY
Sam Heaton
Discussing current exhibitions, holiday themed exhibits, open 7 days a week. New location on El Paseo @ Lupine.
www.codagallery.com
(760) 346-4661

PALM SPRINGS AIR MUSEUM
Ann Greer
Discussing current exhibitions. 12/10 & 11, 11 AM to 3 PM: Santa flies in to give out goody bags. Children can enjoy a Winter Fun Land complete with SNOW. Presented by McDonalds & the Shalhoub Family. Kids 12 & under get in free w/paid adult.
www.palmspringsairmuseum.com
(760) 778-6262

PALM SPRINGS ART MUSEUM
Michael Felci
Report on “Big Hair Ball ” and the “Take Your Seat” campaign.

• In Palm Springs thru 12/11 –  “A Passionate Eye: The Weiner Family Collection” and thru 7/31/17 – Montgomery Meets Modernism: Two Americas; and thru 9/4/17 – Western Stories & Grass Roots: Native American Basketry of the West
• In Palm Springs @ the A and D Center thru 2/27/17 – MetaModern, FREE admission – all days, all times
• In Palm Desert @ the Galen thru 3/7/17, “Glass for he New Millennium”; Masterworks from the Kaplan-Ostergaard Collection, FREE admission – all days, all times
• www.psmuseum.org and (760) 322-4800

Kids/Pets Giveaway winner:

Eddie C. of Palm Springs

4:00-5:00 PM

LGBT/Revivals/”Go Green” Segment

DESERT AIDS PROJECT
Steve Henke “Mr. Community”
Report on World AIDS Day goals: 90% of people living w/HIV know their status; 90% of those diagnosed w/HIV are receiving anti-retroviral therapy; 90% of those receiving treatment have undetectable viral loads.

• 12/10 – Linda Lavin performs @ the Annenberg Theater to benefit Temple Isaiah (tickets @ www.annenbergtheater.org and (760) 325-4490)
• 12/17 – “Dancing w/ the Desert Stars” to benefit DAP (contact info: www.desertaidsproject.org and (760) 323-2118)

REVIVALS DESIGN, CONSIGN, VOLUNTEER STORE
Charles Huff
Discussing artificial Christmas trees @ all three locations. Christmas/Holiday shopping values.
www.revivalsstores.com
(760) 318-6491

Photo of Steve and Charles

TIME PASSAGES
Charlie Dyer
Discussing Florence Henderson 2/14/1934 – 11/24/2016.

LIBERTY TREES
Sequoia Sasser
Trees on her lot are cut 4 days before in Montana and trucked down here, other trees are cut months ago and stored. Almost never lose needles. Leak-proof reusuable tree stands. Wreaths, garlands, centerpieces etc. Delivery service. Lot in Palm Springs and Palm Desert.
(406) 531-8018

Joey’s Montana Ponderosa Pine Christmas Tree

Shows/Tours
Giveaway winner:

Diane H. of Desert Hot Springs
1st TIME WINNER!!!!