February
cont. “Senior Moment” Segment – February 9, 2022
5:00 – 6:00 AM and 9:00 – 10:00 AM
Hour 3 Seg 3 – cont. “Senior Moment” Segment
FOREST LAWN w/ Larry Davis re: 69855 E. Ramon Rd., Cathedral City, CA. 92234. Indio and Coachella locations also.
– REPORT that when there is a death there are 100 decisions to make in the first 24 hours!!!
– DISCUSSION that making decisions @ this point in time is very difficult. Folks talk about other issues, i.e. retirement, etc., but not FINAL arrangements.
– REPORT on especially if there are no children, etc.
– DISCUSSION that if you pre-arrange and pay for everything, you really DON’T NEED ANYONE to make ANY decision when you pass away.
– REPORT that you cannot require someone to pay for your funeral if you have not made this arrangement in advance. AND people need guidance on what you want done. Relieve your family of this stress.
– DISCUSSION of how the price of a funeral is determined.
– DISCUSSION that the Covid Pandemic has caused people to deal w/ their mortality a bit more.
– (contact info: www.forestlawn.com and (760) 328-3112).
Larry
Symphony Segment – February 8, 2022
5:00 – 6:00 AM and 9:00 – 10:00 AM
Hour 2 Seg 1 – Symphony Segment
DESERT SYMPHONY w/ Nancy Tapick. re: President of the Symphony. 73730 Hwy., 111, Palm Desert, CA. 92260.
– REPORT on the changes in the orchestra during the Pandemic.
– RE-OPENED w/ the first concert that happened @ the McCallum Theatre.
– REPORT that there will be guest conductors.
– REPORT that on “the desert symphony” page there is lots of information.
– REPORT on Feb., 3, ’22 w/ Shawn Klush was in tribute to Elvis.
– SAVE THE DATE: March 9, ’22 w/ Marie Osmund @ “The Show” @ the Agua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage. There are a few dinner tickets still available.
– There will be 4 Symphony shows this year.
– Contact info: www.desertsymphony.org and (760) 773-5988).
Nancy and Symphony Sammy
Charity Segment – February 8, 2022
5:00 – 6:00 AM and 9:00 – 10:00 AM
Hour 2 Seg 2 – Charity Segment
TOUR DE PALM SPRINGS & COACHELLA VALLEY w/ Tim Esser. Re: Esser Air @ www.esserac.com and (760) 324-0550.
– REPORT that the 24th “ride” started back on Jan., 31, 1998. It was a bike event in P.S. that would allow local cyclist to ride 5, 15, 25 and 50 miles. 300 cyclists rode in the first event. We had 6 or 8 volunteers. NOW WE HAVE 2500 volunteers. Was known as Spokes for Different Folks.
– REPORT that riders come from 44 states and 3 or 4 countries. Usually 10,000 riders.
– HOLD THE DATE; Sat., Feb., 12 for this year’s rides that starts @ 6:30 AM and the last walk/ride starts @ 10 AM. w/ bagpipers from the P.S. Air Museum. Can sign up starting @ 7 AM.
– REPORT that the start is @ Tahquitz and S. Palm Canyon w/ cheerleaders and a band when you return. Also drum lines etc.,
– REPORT on all the work “behind the scenes”.
– HOLD THE DATE: Fri., Feb., 11 for “Tour de Jazz” w/ food by Lulu’s and a beer garden.
– (contact info: www.tourdepalmsprings.com.)
Tim
Fashion Segment – February 8, 2022
5:00 – 6:00 AM and 9:00 – 10:00 AM
Hour 2 Seg 3 – Fashion Segment
MARTELLO JEWELRY w/ Wendy Martello and Patrick Teague. re: 73399 El Paseo, Palm Desert.
– DISCUSSION that they are wonderful new store on El Paseo. Luxury items.
– REPORT that they feature Denise Roberge Jewelry.
– REPORT that all items are 22k Gold. And they have wonderful S. Sea Pearls. All based on multi-cultural references. Raw, organic feel. i.e. coins etc.
– REPORT on custom design services. They are creating a “life-style” environment.
– HOLD THE DATE that they are having a ribbon cutting Fri., March 4 @ 4 PM.
– DISCUSSION of the jewelry they are wearing for their photo.
– REPORT that they are open Monday thru Saturday. Sunday by appointment.
– (contact info: www.martellojewelelrs.com and (760) 972-7272).
Wendy & Patrick
“Restaurant of the Week” Segment – February 7, 2022
5:00 – 6:00 AM and 9:00 – 10:00 AM
Hour 1 Seg 1 – “Restaurant of the Week” Segment
RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Joe Enos re: Marketing Director. “LuLu California Bistro” 200 S. Palm Canyon Dr., P.S. and “Acqua California Bistro” 71800 Hwy., 111, R. M.
– REPORT on SUPER BOWL SUNDAY @ Acqua California Bistro.
– Big Game Sunday Party. Co-ordinated by Chris Bloom (Acqua’s manager). CALL (760) 862-9800 for reservations for all-you-can-eat buffet during the game. (Sliders, pizza, salads, mini corndogs, wings, chili and an assortment of desserts for $29.99. 2:30PM start w/ a 3:30 PM kickoff. Special guests, surprises. Multiple big screen TVs.
– REPORT on VALENTINE’S DAY both @ Acqua Califiornia Bistro and LuLu Palm Springs.
– Four course menu. 3 delicious soups, 3 festive salads, 11 delectable entrees and 4 decadent dessertw w/ a champagne toast for $54.99.
Make reservations.
MAKE RESERVATIONS.
– (contact info: www.lulupalmsprings.com and (760) 327-5858 and www.acquaranchomirage.com and (760) 862-9800).
Joe
Desert Oasis Health Care Segment – February 7, 2022
5:00 – 6:00 AM and 9:00 – 10:00 AM
Hour 1 Seg 2 – Desert Oasis Health Care Segment
D.O.H.C. w/ Dr. Brian Hodgkins re: Executive V.P. of Clinical Operations @ D.O.H.C.; 275 El Cielo Rd., Palm Springs, 92262. “Your Health, Your Life, Our Passion”. Leads the COVID-10 Taskforce.
– REPORT on the 4 Immediate Care Facilities that D.O.H.C. has.
– DISCUSSION that Brian hopes Covid will be “under more control” by Valentine’s Day. He even said “over”. Slowly seeing a decrease in new cases.
– REPORT that the cases are at least milder than before. Had half the cases w/ Omicron, but twice the hospitalizations. 95% of new cases are unvaccinated.
– EXPLANATION that yet 75,000 more deaths will occur.
– REPORT on the new variant….BA2 and BA3…called the “stealth”. Spreads quickly, but does not cause as serious an illness.
– REPORT that the test kits are becoming more available and will be coming to you in the mail. You can get them FREE (8 per covered person per month) via your health plan.
– REPORT that CHINA’s death rate from COVID is the best in the world, BUT the U.S. is second only to Brazil in being the worst!!!! We here in the U.S. have NOT vaccinated as well as Europe.
– REPORT that they are treating the unvaccinated individuals FIRST, because once they get sick THEY WANT TO FEEL BETTER.
– REPORT that we here in the U.S. have lost 2 years off our life expectancy due to COVID.
– REPORT that you are 97 X’s less likely to be hospitalized if you are BOOSTED!!!!
– (contact info: www.mydohc.com and (760) 969-6555).
Dr. Brian
cont. “Medicine Cabinet” w/ Desert Oasis Health Care Segment – February 7, 2022
5:00 – 6:00 AM and 9:00 – 10:00 AM
Hour 1 Seg 3 – cont. “Medicine Cabinet” w/ Desert Oasis Health Care Segment
D.O.H.C. w/ Dr. Brian Hodgkins re: Executive V.P. of Clinical Operations @ D.O.H.C.; 275 El Cielo Rd., Palm Springs, 92262. “Your Health, Your Life, Our Passion”. Leads the COVID-10 Taskforce.
– ‘THE MEDICINE CABINET” Questions from “Joey Pals”.
1. The BA2 is 1.5 times more contagious than Omicron and is half the cases in U.S. States. (Yes. It has 30 mutations. More spreadable, less virulant to the host. Stays in the upper airways. Omincron does not spread well in lung tissue.
– REPORT on how you can get your home test kits in the mail.
2. “Dancing Molecules” can repair severe spinal cord injuries and reverse paralyses? (Yes, these tests are proving beneficial so far, mostly testing done @ Northwestern. Probably not for old injuries. Stay tuned.)
– REPORT that Brian hopes this virus will become more “flu-like” in the next few months.
– HOLD THE DATE for “Go-Red Luncheon” on April 7 Gala @ Mission Hills.
– (contact info: www.mydohc.com and (760) 969-6555).
Dr. Brian
“Go Green” Segment – February 4, 2022
5:00 – 6:00 AM and 9:00 – 10:00 AM
Hour 5 Seg 1 – “Go Green” Segment
DESERT WATER AGENCY w/ Ashley Metzger re: Director of Public Affairs and Water Planning. 1200 S. Gene Autry Tr., Palm Springs, CA. 92262.
– DISCUSSION that the office is open at this point in time….mask up if you need to come inside.
– REPORT on the impact Covid has had on our community and therefore changes in our water usage.
– REPORT that in Jan., DWA added $300,000. To the conservation program. So call if you want to remove grass etc., which will be funded from this infusion.
– REPORT that the whole state of CA. is in a state of drought emergency.
– DISCUSSION that since we are in a drought situation, can one build a pool? We are in good stead w/ our water here in Palm Springs.
– REPORT on how to report water waste. www.dwa.org/report.
– REPORT on the structure of DWA. 5 people on the Board of Directors that are elected and the map used for this election was based on 2010 Census data….not this electoral map will be updated.
– REPORT that your Feb., water bill will show an increase.
– (contact info; www.dwa.org and (760) 323-4971 X 184).
Ashley
“Cyber Chat” Segment – February 4, 2022
5:00 – 6:00 AM and 9:00 – 10:00 AM
Hour 5 Seg 2 – “Cyber Chat” Segment
EGGHEADIT w/ Dennis Shelly re:
– QUESTIONS from “Joey Pals”.
1. I am worried about Windows 11. Will it just “appear” on my computer? (Windows hasn’t updated for 8 years or so. Don’t worry for a while. Not a requirement, just available. Windows 10 will be supported until Oct., 14 of 2025)
2. Should I upgrade before that? (You can test your computer to see if it is compatible w/ the new Windows).
– DISCUSSION of new laptops out there. i.e. HP Spector is the X360-14. Can use as a tablet or laptop.
3. Can you be tracked by Google? (You can go into “manage your google account” and go to privacy/history and turn OFF location history.)
– REPORT that the official release of Windows 11 will be in quarter 4.
– DISCUSSION of the changes you will see in Windows 11 vs. 10. Taskbar, file explorers, multi-tasking, The Microsoft store is completely changed. You can see some of these changes now.
– REPORT that Facebook is easy to hack and you should TURN off any old apps you are not using any more. Lots of folks are deleting their FB accounts permanently. Call Dennis to do this properly.
4. I got too many spams over the Holidays? (Depends on the browser you are using to get to your email. Block the senders/Spam control buttons. Google filters out a lot of this for gmail users.)
– REPORT on how Dennis can “take over” your computer and NOW also your phone and IPad remotely, monitor hacks, and run all diagnostic checks for $50./month for up to 3 devices. Spam Assassin is one of his programs. He can check remotely if you have the TPM on your computer. His connection w/ his clients is encrypted and SAFE.
1. $20/month – Standard program – Covers 1 user, 3 devices. Anti-virus and discount rates for on-site service.
2. $34. – Advanced program. – Anti-virus and unlimited “over-the-phone” support.
3. $50/month – Premium program. – All of the above PLUS data back up and security.
– (contact info; www.eggheadit.com and (760) 205-0105).
Dennis
“Mr. Community” Segment – February 4, 2022
5:00 – 6:00 AM and 9:00 – 10:00 AM
Hour 5 Seg 3 – “Mr. Community” Segment
DAP HEALTH/REVIVALS w/ Steven Henke, “Mr. Community” Director of Brand Marketing re: 1695 N. Sunrise, P.S. 92262
– FUN lol DISCUSSION of his plastic surgery experience.
– SAVE THE DATE: Ap., 28, DAPHealth’s National “Dining Out For Life”. Sign up your restaurant. MAKE ONE MEAL MATTER!!! You’ll get an “I Dine” sticker. (Badge of Honor). Haven’t done this in 2 years. Want to have more than the 82 restaurants we had then. All the participants donate from 33% to 100%. Bakeries, bars, cafes, coffee shops, restaurants, etc. ALL ACROSS AMERICA. www.daphealth.org/dofl.
– REPORT that all Dining Out For Life funds go to support comprehensive health care for over 10,000 individuals.
– REPORT that DAPHealth’s doors are always open to ALL.
– SAVE THE DATE: Ap., 9, The Chase outdoors @ the P.S. Convention Center. Much more experiential for guests.
– DISCUSSION of the homelessness situation here in Palm Springs.
– REPORT that today Fri., is 50% off all women’s resale.
– REPORT that this weekend @ Revivals; Sat., 5 and Sun., 6, take 10% off all brand new Mod Furniture Clearance. Sat., 12 and Sun., 13, take 30% off all brand new Ashley mattresses and foundations. Sat., 19 and Sun., 20, take 50% off all resale furniture and lamps.
– (contact info: www.daphealth.org and www.revivalsstores.com.)
Steven
R.I.P. Bob Beckwith 09.21.1933 – 02.2024
R.I.P. Carl Weathers 1.14.48 – 2.1.24
R.I.P. Chita Rivera 1.23.33-1.30.24
R.I.P. Joyce Randolph 10.21.1924 – 1.13.2024
