3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 1 – Desert Water Agency Segment

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DESERT WATER AGENCY w/ Xochitl Pena, Public Affairs Mgr. and Victoria Llort, Dir. Public Affairs and Conservation re: 1200 S. Gene Autry Tr., Palm Springs, CA. 92262.
– DISCUSSION of our Public Affairs Dept., and Conservation Dept., which Victoria overseas.
– DISCUSSION of Victoria’s work history. She will follow state and federal water issues.
– REPORT that we have already hit our triple digit temperature. Pay attention to water use. Check your irrigation system.
– DEFINITION of “irrigation system”.
– REPORT that we need to be “water wise” and what goes into just “turning on the faucet”.
– REPORT that 70% of the water used in the Coachella Valley is used outdoors.
– IMPORTANT to check your sprinkler system for leaks, and that nozzles are watering in the correct direction. You should check your irrigation system once a month.
– REPORT on new and existing programs on website.
1. A watering guide for this time of year. www.dwa.org/guide.
2. Leak detection survey going on for 2 to 3 weeks.
3. Grass Removal – $3. Per square foot and an additional $1 per square foot in Palm Springs.
4. Smart Controllers – Adjust automatically when it rains.
5. Sprinkler nozzle – Uses less water.
6. Toilets – A $150. credit for an energy-efficient one to cover purchase and installation for residential. Ultra-low-slow. This incentive is for 1.1 gallon per flush toilets or less. Buy it where-ever you want. www.dwa.org/toilet.
7. Clothes washers – $250. If you upgrade to an energy-efficient one. They have a sticker on one.
– REMEMBER to turn off your sprinklers for 48 hours AFTER it rains.
– (contact info: www.dwa.org.and (760) 323-4971)

Xochitl and Victoria

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 2 – Florist Segment

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LILIES PALM SPRINGS w/ Kayla and Ariel Kirk re: 1775 E. Palm Cyn., Dr., Ste., #145. Palm Springs, CA. 92264.
– DISCUSSION of the arrangement they brought today w/ mums, a pin cushion, that comes in red, orange.
– DISCUSSION that the “flower of the month” is a rose. Roses come in so many colors.
– REPORT on what Ariel is doing since getting out of her Junior year of high school.
– REPORT on the most expensive flowers. Figure the price “by the stem”.
– DISCUSSION of all the weddings they had in May and that will come back in Sept.
– REPORT on the flowers that they do for graduation…the leis that are the style/trend NOW @ graduation!!!!
– REPORT that they offer subscriptions to deliver either to homes, offices, or sweethearts. Either monthly, bi-monthly, weekly, etc.
– REPORT that they are open Wednesday thru Friday from 10 AM to 3 PM. Weekends by appointment.
– (contact info; www.LiliesPS.com and (760) 318-3388.)

Kayla and Ariel

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 3 – Christopher Kennedy Segment

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CHRISTOPHER KENNEDY INTERIOR DESIGN w/ Christopher Kennedy re; 707 Tahquitz Cyn., Palm Springs.
– QUESTION FROM “JOEY PALS”
1. How do you make your surroundings inspire you as Christopher says on his website? (Your home should be a reflection of your happiness. Something you love IS ALWAYS GOING TO BE IN STYLE. Look @ everything in our home and if it doesn’t inspire JOY, get rid of it. De-clutter a little bit, perhaps start in your clothes closet.)
– DISCUSSION of the 5 minute work schedule. 5 minutes at a time and then either a different chore or another 5 minutes at the same chore.
– REPORT that Winston Churchill said “the secret of action IS TO BEGIN”.
– REPORT on his design work for “Gigi’s” @ the V Hotel.
– DISCUSSION of how he “guides” his clients and honors the past but incorporates the technology etc., of the present and future.
– (contact info; www.christopherkennedy.com and (760 325-3214).

Christopher

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 1 – “Talk of Stars” Segment

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TALK OF STARS w/ Philip Chaffin re: Splendid male vocalist w/ his unabashed, confident and relatable style. www.philipchaffin.com.
– DISCUSSION of his childhood, family, background and education. www.cvrep.org.

young Philip

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 2 – cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment

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TALK OF STARS w/ Philip Chaffin re: Splendid male vocalist w/ his unabashed, confident and relatable style. www.philipchaffin.com.
– DISCUSSION of his incredible career, awards and achievements; Three Grammy Award nominee etc. www.cvrep.org.

Philip on stage

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 3 – cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment

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TALK OF STARS w/ Philip Chaffin re: Splendid male vocalist w/ his unabashed, confident and relatable style. www.philipchaffin.com.
– DISCUSSION of his show “Will He Like Me?”, his appearance @ CVRep. His future plans. www.cvrep.org.

Philip

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 1 – “Box Office” Segment

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BOX OFFICE w/ Tracey Essex.
Presented thru the generosity of CV Rep, offering high caliber theatre in an intimate setting. www.cvrep.org. 68510 E. Palm Cyn., Dr., Cathedral City, CA. 92234.
– REPORT ON THE FIREBIRDS PLAYOFF GAMES.
– The team is in the playoffs and last week American Idol winner Abi Carter sang the National Anthem and dropped the puck on the ice.
– REPORT ON PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL PIANO COMPETITION
– Now gearing up for the 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 will present its Summer Cabaret Series that will begin @ 7 PM, but social hour is @ 5 PM. Adam Karstens put this series together.
1. June 5 & 6 – Melissa Errico “The Life & Loves of a Broadway Baby”.
2. June 12 – Local favorite Glenn Rosenblum will be back w/ “Broadway Showstoppers”.
3. June 13 – Alysha Umphress.
4. June 19 – Leslie Tinnaro “Back to Before”.
www.cvrep.org.
– REPORT on Michael Shaw’s DEZART PERFORMS season; (314 S. Cahuilla Rd., Palm Springs.)
– Dezart Performs “Straight to the Heart” a tribute to the legacy of Rodgers & Hart. 6 PM Social hour; 7 PM Curtain.
www.dezartperforms.org
– REPORT on REVOLUTION STAGE COMPANY. 611 S. Palm Cyn., Dr., Palm Springs.)
– DISCUSSION of the new venue in town w/ live entertainment every day of the week.
The newest addition to the theatre scene has something almost every night. Check the website for exact performance schedule;
1.Thru June 9; “Baby – the Musical”
2. June 27 – 29; “EAP Speakeasy” four of Edgar Allen Poe’s stories to the stage.
www.revolutionstagecompany.com.
– TRACEY’S QUIZ; about how did musical theatre start?
– (contact info: Email: tracey.essex@nullgmail.com and (760) 861-1006).

Tracey

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 2 – Mc Callum Theatre Segment

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MC CALLUM THEATRE w/ Wayne McWhorter. Re: Vice President of Marketing for the McCallum Theatre. 73000 Fred Waring Dr., Palm Desert, CA.
– DISCUSSION of the 2024-2025 Season.
– DISCUSSION of the McCallum Education Department’s Mc Callum Summer Institute 2024 “Benzaitan” on June 10, 12, & 14 @ 3 PM – $15. On-going education for educators. These are all fully staged productions.
– REPORT on the 6 Broadway Shows in the coming season; 1. Come From Away. 2. Book of Mormon. 3. Dear Evan Hanson. 4. Ain’t Too Proud. 5. Six.
– HOLD THE DATES:
1. Fri., May 9. 10, 11, The Tina Turner Musical
– ANNOUNCEMENT of the new website.
– (contact info; www.mccallumtheatre.com and (760) 340-2787).

Wayne

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 3 – Theatre/Museum Segment

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DESERT-THEATRICALS w/ Ray Limon Amaya re; Artistic Director, Director, and Choreographer. CHORE
– REPORT that their recent season was the most successful in the 5 years they’ve been operating. They finished this season w/ “Oklahoma” and the Children’s show.
– REPORT that they will be shut down for a bit of wonderful remodeling.
– DISCUSSION of the other venues they will use during the remodeling of the Amphitheatre. In the new venue there can be larger live orchestras that the audience will be able to see. Food will be by Willie’s when they come back.
1. Rancho Mirage Library w/ have 2 musicals. Actually, two adult musicals and also the summer kids show July 26 and 27 of “Stuart Little”. Auditions will be held on June 10, 11.
2. Veterans Day Show and Christmas Show venues will be announced.
– DISCUSSION of the shows for the coming season will be announced soon. Check the website.
– (contact info: www.desert-theatricals.com)

PALM SPRINGS ART MUSEUM w/ Amber Amaya re; Director of Marketing and Communications 101 N. Museum Dr. P.S. 92262.
– REMINDER; Open Thurs., Fri., Sat., and Sun., 10 to 5 except Thurs. night from 12 to 8 and then admission is FREE due to City of Palm Springs from 5 to 8. DJ’s.
– HOLD THE DATES;
1. June 7 – Q + ART – Musical performance by San Cha. Reception afterwards. Celebrating LGBTQ Creative Achievements. This will be the closing performance. Everyone is welcome.
2. The new Bistro “Liv” is coming!!!
3. Annual Cocktail Cinema “Around Suburbia” throughout the summer. Series of 4 films. Starts June 15 – July 25 in the Annenberg Theater. FREE w/ registration. The cocktails will be inspired by the film.
4. Get the Museum Newsletter by signing up on the website.
5. Open Thurs., Fri., Sat., Sun., and Mon. Closed Tues., and Wed.,
– (contact info: www.psmuseum.org and (760) 322-4800)

Ray and Amber

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 Sat., mornings from 10:30 – 12:30 PM “Open Cockpits” included w/ Museum admission.
HOLD THE DATE;
1. THURS., JUNE 6 – 80th Anniversary of the Landing @ Normandy.
– COMMEMORATIVE RIDES in the C47 for $195. w/ a certificate as well.
– REPORT that there is “Open Cockpit” EVERY SATURDAY from 10:00 AM to 12:00 NOON.
– REPORT on “inspiration first flight” for children one-at-a-time up in a Cessna.
– REPORT that the Museum is open every day from 10 AM to 5 PM. that KIDS 12 and under get in FREE w/ a paying adult. Friendly dogs on a leash. DO NOT LEAVE PETS IN A CAR. The Stealth Fighter is on display. 75 vintage planes and 12,500 volumes in the library.
– REPORT on the wonderful gift shop.
– REPORT that the museum will be open during the expansion as they build the Ronald M. Auen Learning Center.
– (contact info: www.palmspringsairmuseum.org and (760) 778-6262.)

Ann