3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 1 – Desert Water Agency Segment

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DESERT WATER AGENCY w/ Nesha Azmani, Public Affairs Dept., Specialist re: 1200 S. Gene Autry Tr., Palm Springs, CA. 92262.
– DISCUSSION of the Holiday Season and to keep grease, oils and fats (FOG) OUT OF THE DRAINS.
– REPORT that ONLY SOAP AND WATER should go down drains.
– REPORT that in Dec., you only need to water 3 minutes a day. You should probably SPLIT those times in two. There is a watering guide on their web site, www.dwa.org/guide.
– REPORT that clogged pipces cause backups into homes and businesses.
– REPORT to check sprinklers that spray the grass NOT the pavement.
– DISCUSSION that DWA maintains the sewer system in parts of the CV.
– DISCUSSION of the incentive programs.
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
4. Residential toilets
5. Grass removal
– (contact info: www.dwa.org.and (760) 323-4971)

Nesha

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 2 – Florist Segment

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LILIES PALM SPRINGS w/ Willow Kirk re: 1775 E. Palm Cyn., Dr., Ste., #145. Palm Springs, CA. 92264.
– DISCUSSION of her new CD “So Far” released Dec., 3. Took over a year and there are 7 songs on it.
– REPORT of how she got into music, engineering and performing and Jennie Cunningham who mentored her.
– DISCUSSION of how she writes music and how the creative process happens for her.
– REPORT that she writes the lyrics first with a guitar and then the music.
– REPORT on the song “Rome” and how her sister inspired it.
– DISCUSSION that she is in aeronautical school!!!!
– DISCUSSION of her next project.
– (contact info; www.LiliesPS.com and (760) 318-3388.)

Willow

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Joey’s Poinsettia Tree

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 3 – Revolution Stage Company Segment

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REVOLUTION STAGE COMPANY w/ Gary Powers re; 611 S. Pa., Palm Springs.
– REPORT on his new season;
1. Dec., 6 – 22 – “Company”
2. Jan., 14 – 30 – “Spring Awakening”
3. Feb., 5 – 21 – “Avenue Q”
4. Feb., 17 – 26 – “Vanya & Sonia & Masha & Spike”
5. Mar., 12 – 30 – “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying”
6. Ap., 11 – 19 – “Shark is Broken”
– (contact info; www.revolutionstagecompany.com and (760) 318-4115).

Gary

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 1 – “Talk of Stars” Segment

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TALK OF STARS w/ Jamie Torcellini re: Phenomenal Broadway dancer, actor, director, performer etc., w/ a long list of unbelievable credits.
– DISCUSSION of his childhood, family, background and education. www.cvrep.org.

young Jamie

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 2 – cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment

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TALK OF STARS w/ Jamie Torcellini re: Phenomenal Broadway dancer, actor, director, performer etc., w/ a long list of unbelievable credits.
– DISCUSSION of the progression of his career. From a touring company of “A Chorus Line” to CVrep!!!. All the stars and shows in between. www.cvrep.org.
Photo of

Jamie w/ Liza

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Open 9 AM to 9 PM up to and thru Christmas Day.
Their lot: 73-796 San Luis Rey, Palm Desert
Call Rio @ (406) 370-5479.

Joey’s Poinsettia Tree

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 3 – cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment

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TALK OF STARS w/ Jamie Torcellini re: Phenomenal Broadway dancer, actor, director, performer etc., w/ a long list of unbelievable credits.
– DISCUSSION of directing “39 Steps” Dec., 11 – 22 @ CVRep. The cast, the rehearsal schedule, the run. www.cvrep.org. What’s next?

Jamie

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 1 – “Box Office” Segment

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BOX OFFICE w/ Tracey Essex
– REPORT ON PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL PIANO COMPETITION
– Dec., 13 – “Cole Porter @ Christmas” sung by Julie Garnye @ the historic home of Joey English. Tickets to the “Poinsettia House” are $150. and limited. Get yours @ www.psipc.org.
– Jan., 27 – Annual Benefit @ the Club @ Morningside.
– Feb., 27 – Encore performance of PSIPC & Friends.
– Mar., 20 – David Maiocco as Liberace
– 2025 Junior Competition; Ap., 11 – 21, 2025. Pianists from around the world, ages 13 to 17. Preliminary rounds will be @ Temple Isaiah and finals @ the McCallum Theatre on Mon., Ap., 21, 2025.
www.psipc.org.
– REPORT on CVREP. (68510 E. Palm Cyn., Cathedral City.)
– CVRep 4 Play Season tix are on sale.
1. Dec., 11 – 22 “The 39 Steps”
2. Jan., 22 – Feb., 9 “The Light in the Piazza”
3. Mar., 5 – 23 Jesus Christ Superstar”
4. Ap 23 – May 4 “Other Desert Cities”
www.cvrep.org.
– REPORT on THE CV FIREBIRDS (Acrisure Arena)
1. Dec., 5 vs Texas Stars.
2. Dec., 12 vs San Jose Barracudas @ home.
3. De., 14 vs Calgary Wranglers for 2 nights @ home.
4. Dec., 18 vs San Jose Barracudas @ home.
5. Dec., 20 vs Ontario Regin @ home.
6. Dec., 28 vs Ontario Regin @ home.
7.Dec., 31 vs Colorado Eagles @ home for NY Eve.
www.cvfirebirds.com.
– REPORT on Michael Shaw’s DEZART PERFORMS. (Pearl Mc Manus Theater @ P.S. Women’s Club. 314 S. Cahuilla.)
1. Jan., 17 – 26 “Fat Ham”
2. Feb., 28 – Mar., 9 – Grand Concourse”
www.dezartperforms.org.
– REPORT ON PALM CANYON THEATRE (538 N. Palm Canyon)
1. Now thru – Dec., 22 “Mary Poppins”.
www.palmcanyontheatre.com.
– REPORT on REVOLUTION STAGE COMPANY (611 S. Palm Canyon, in the Sun Shopping Center)
1. Dec., 6 – 22 “Company”.
www.revolutionstagecompany.com.
– Tracey quiz for Joey Pals about New Year’s Eve.
– (contact info: Email: tracey.essex@nullgmail.com and (760) 861-1006).

Tracey

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 2 – Laurel Foundation Segment

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THE LAUREL FOUNDATION Annual Toy Drive & Fundraiser w/ Ron Brown re: Mission Statement is to provide FREE year-round camp programs designed to improve the lives of at-risk children and youth ages 3 – 17.
– REPORT on the programs and how they tackle the complex emotional and social challenges of the youth.
– DISCUSSION of the tools needed to build self-sufficient, productive, healthy lives.
– REPORT on the support of Willie Rhine and “849” Restaurant.
– DISCUSSION that you can drop off an un-wrapped toy to R & R Antiques. 616 E. Sunny Dunes Road. Palm Springs for ages 3 to 17.
– HOLD THE DATE: The Leslies’ 36th Annual Gala and Toy Drive. Sat., Dec., 7 @ Dinah Shore Estate e.givesmart.com.
– (contact info: www.thelaurelfoundation.org )

Ron

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Trees freshly cut, not stored for months.
Fresh from Montana and Idaho.
Will deliver.
Tree stands available, that don’t EVER leak and are already attached and level.
Wreaths, garlands, etc.,
Will flock any color.
Open 9 AM to 9 PM up to and thru Christmas Day.
Their lot: 73-796 San Luis Rey, Palm Desert
Call Rio @ (406) 370-5479.

Joey’s Poinsettia Tree

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 3 – Museum Segment

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PALM SPRINGS AIR MUSEUM w/ Ann Greer re: 745 N. Gene Autry Tr., Palm Springs, CA. 92262. The Patriotic Center of the Coachella Valley.
– REPORT that the renovation has started on the front circle and the Museum will remain open during it.
– REPORT that one of the vintage cockpits is open for photos etc.
HOLD THE DATES:
– DEC., 6; 5:30 “Finding Amelia” by Michael Carra.
– DEC., 7; 10 AM – NOON “Sat. Open Cockpit: FAU Corsair”
– DEC., 7; 1 PM “Conspiracy! FDR & Pearl Harbor by Michael Carra.
– DEC., 14; 1 PM “When Yamamoto Ran Wild” by Michael Carra.
– DEC., 20, 21 and 22; 6 PM “Snowtopia: Winter Wonderland”.
– DEC., 25 CLOSED. MERRY CHRISTMAS.
– (contact info: www.palmspringsairmuseum.org and (760) 778-6262.)

. cont. ACT FOR MS w/ Ann Greer
– FEB., 19 – Act For MS Scramble Golf Tournament @ Palm Valley Country Club. Casual dinner and entertainment by John Stanley King. $275. To play golf. Just dinner $150.
– (contact info: www.actforms.org and (760) 773-9806)

Ann

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 1 – Desert Symphony Segment

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THE DESERT SYMPHONY w/ Nancy Tapick, President: 73730 CA. 111 Ste., 6, Palm Desert, CA. 92260
– REPORT that they are 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.
– HOLD THE DATES FOR THE ’24 – ’25 SEASON:
REPORT on opening night;
1. NOV., 14, – 8 PM; A tribute to The Carpenters “Top of the World” @ the McCallum.
2. JAN., 9, ’25 – 8 PM; A tribute to Rod Stewart “Tonight’s the Night” @ the McCallum.
3. FEB., 12, ’25 – Sweetheart’s Luncheon @ Lavender Bistro in La Quinta. Proceeds support Children’s Education Program. Tix from the Symphony Office or on-line.
4. FEB., 13, ’25 – 8 PM; A tribute to The Beatles “Ones” @ the McCallum.
5. MAR., 20, ’25 – 8 PM; A tribute to Carole King “Home Again” @ the McCallum.
6. AP., 17, ’25 – 8 PM; A tribute to Fleetwood Mac “Tusk” @ the McCallum.
– (contact info; www.desertsymphony.org and (760) 773-5988)

Nancy and Symphony Sammi