3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 3 – Desert Oasis Health Care Segment

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cont. 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”.
– cont. QUESTIONS FROM Joey Pal’s in the “Medicine Cabinet”.
3. What about higher radiotherapy being good for prostate cancer? Will that mean less treatments? (Use hormonal therapy first, then they use radiation therapy, which is very advanced now. Protest the organs and tissues around the cancer. Some of the therapies are guided by MRI. Higher radiation dose and a shorter treatment time. The CV has great treatment options for Prostate Cancer.)
4. Does exercise prevent cancer and improve my immune system? (Healthy life-style; maintain stable body weight. Exercise helps decrease inflammation in the body which hurts all systems in the body. A lot of inflammation is caused by stress.)
– REPORT on the 3rd Covid Vaccine. If you are a D.O.H.C. member they vaccines are FREE to you and you may get Flu shot @ the same time. This vaccine is on a different platform. 3 times more expensive than the 1st series. Will be $120./shot.
– (contact info: www.mydohc.com and www.myturn.gov and (760) 969-6555).

Dr. Brian

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 1 – Desert Water Agency Segment

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DESERT WATER AGENCY w/ Xochitl Pena re: 1200 S. Gene Autry Tr., Palm Springs, CA. 92262.
– REPORT that her name is Aztec and means “flower”.
– QUESTIONS FROM “JOEY PALS”
1. I have a business in Cathedral City and have been told I cannot water the grass around my place of business. (True. Order from the State of CA. Can’t water “non-functional” grass.)
– REPORT on when to water the grass @ your home. Daylight watering restrictions have been lifted for homeowners.
– REPORT that we have new incentives about saving both money and water.
– REPORT on NEW INCENTIVES.
1. From last Sept., for residential toilets that are highly efficient. Must apply within 45 days of purchase.
2. Smart controller incentive. $150 for the device and $100 for installation. Can program from your phone.
3. Energy-Star washing machines have up to $250.
4. Toilets for businesses have an different type of incentive for toilets. (great for hotels – up to 100 toilets) Go to www.dwa.org/save.
– DISCUSSION of Astro turf. You can replace your grass w/ artificial turf or desert landscaping.
– REPORT that FIRST you have DWA come out estimate the area you are going to replace. $3. Sq. foot. Fill out an application FIRST. There is a $1. “match” if you live in the City of Palm Springs.
– REPORT that the customer is responsible for the removal and re-do.
– REPORT that all this information is on www.dwa.org/grass.
– REPORT that some people do this on their own.
– REPORT that DWA will do a post inspection and then you will be paid the $3. Sq. foot.
– REMINDER to leave your sprinklers off 48 hours after a SIGNIFICANT rain.
– DISCUSSION of the impact of Hurricane Hilary on our water table.
– (contact info: www.dwa.org.and (760) 323-4971)

Xochitl

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 2 – Florist Segment

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LILIES PALM SPRINGS w/ Kayla Kirk re: 1775 E. Palm Cyn., Dr., Ste., #145. Palm Springs, CA. 92264.
– DISCUSSION of the businesses in the Smoke Tree Shopping Center where they are located.
– REPORT that the Fall Arrangement she brought has red roses, calla lilies, mums and is in the photos w/ the girls. We have Fall Flowers in the desert but most have to be imported due to the heat.
– DISCUSSION that the Flowers of the Month of October are marigolds and cosmos.
– DISCUSSION of the various fall design ideas and the fact that they can use the more delicate flowers since the heat is over.
– DISCUSSION of all the services they provide.
– DISCUSSION of Kayla starting the business when she was 17.
– REPORT that they do FDT, International order etc., EVERYTHING.
– REPORT that they do funeral service flowers too.
– REPORT that they also have house plants.
– REPORT that they offer subscriptions to deliver either to homes, offices, or sweethearts. Either monthly, bi-monthly, weekly, etc.
– REPORT that they are open Tuesday thru Friday from 10 AM to 3 PM. Weekends by appointment.
– (contact info; www.LiliesPS.com and (760) 318-3388.)

Kayla and Dakota

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 3 – D.O.H.C. Segment

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DESERT OASIS HEALTH CARE w/ Barry Dayton
– REPORT on the NEW D.O.H.C. episodic TV show called “The Pulse”. Hosted by Bianca Rae. Airs for 30 minutes on CBS local 2 @ 8 PM. 12 episodes. First one is tonight, Oct., 6. This first show is an “overview” of everything D.O.H.C. offers.
– REPORT that episode #2 of “The Pulse” will be about Open Enrollment and Medicare.
– DISCUSSION that this new TV Show will register new members for D.O.H.C. as well as inform current members.
– REPORT that D.O.H.C. has a podcast series out of the STUDIO DOHC. #5 in the series will be “Joey Pal” Dr. Lindsey Valenzuela moderating a discussion about D.O.H.C.’s Stroke Clinic. The previous podcasts can be found on their UTube channel. DOHC Channel on UTube.
– REPORT that Open Enrollment for Medicare is Oct., 15 – Dec., 7. Good time to decided whether to go w/ Part C or not. Go to www.mydohc.com and see all the in person and virtual meetings to guide folks who are “aging-in” to Medicare. Important times are 3 months before and after your birthday month.
– REPORT that @ 65 you are automatically enrolled in Part A. Parts A and B are the essential parts.
A is for inpatient services, i.e. hospital.
B is for outpatient services, i.e. doctor visits.
C combines A, B and D.
D is for drug coverage.
– SHOUT OUT to Chris on Barry’s team who helps so much w/ the website.
– (contact info: www.mydohc.org).

Barry

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 1 – “Talk of Stars” Segment

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JOEY ENGLISH “TALK OF STARS” w/ Brian Wanzek/Bella da Ball;
re: Two Volunteers, One Big Heart. “Mr. Palm Springs”.
– DISCUSSION of his childhood, family environment, background and education. www.belladaball.com.

young Brian

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 2 – cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment

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Cont. JOEY ENGLISH “TALK OF STARS” w/ Brian Wanzek/Bella da Ball;
re: Two Volunteers, One Big Heart. “Mr. Palm Springs”.
– DISCUSSION of his incredible career in our Community. www.belladaball.com.

the Parade’s “Bella Balloon”

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 3 – cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment

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Cont. JOEY ENGLISH “TALK OF STARS” w/ Brian Wanzek/Bella da Ball;
re: Two Volunteers, One Big Heart. “Mr. Palm Springs”.
– DISCUSSION of Bella’s appearances and participation in all things Palm Springs. Show and Events schedule. www.belladaball.com.

Bella and Joey

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, A World Class Theater in an intimate setting. www.cvrep.org. 68510 E. Palm Cyn., Dr., Cathedral City, CA. 92234.
– REPORT that performing arts organizations throughout the Valley are gearing up for an exciting season – including the new arrival of Revolution Stage Company in Palm Springs NEAR JOEY’S REVIVALS9.
– REPORT that PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL PIANO COMPETITION’s President Joe Giarrusso has composed four-hand piano pieces which will be played by international piano due Giogio and Anna Latso (on Joey’s show later today). See this one-night only performance on Oct., 22; 7 PM @ the P.S. Cultural Center. www.psipc.org.
– REPORT that Palm Springs International Piano Competition season kick-off will be Dec., 1 w/ “Latin Fire” @ the Annenberg Theatre. JPSIPC’s Annual Benefit is Monday Jan., 29 @ the Club @ Morningside. March 2024, the Waring Solo & Concerto winner Jonathan Mamora returns. www.psipc.org.
– REPORT that CV Rep.’s Adam Karsten had a fabulous first year @ CVREP.
– ANNOUNCING CVREP’S FULL SEASON.
1. Nov.,1 – 12th “The Fantasticks” West Coast Premier.
2. Dec., “Summer Session w/ the Bones Brigade”
3. Jan., “Cabaret”
4. Feb., “POTUS; Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass Are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive”
5. Ap., “Nice Work if You Can Get It”.
www.cvrep.org.
– REPORT on Michael Shaw’s Dezart Performs season;
1. Nov.,3 – 12 – “The Thanksgiving Play”
2. Jan., “What The Constitution Means To Me”
3. Mar., “A Case for the Existence of God”
4. Ap., “Mr. Parker”
www.dezartperforms.org
– REPORT on Desert Ensemble Theatre season where all shows are presented @ the P.S. Cultural Center on Baristo.
1. Fri., Oct., 6 “Singing w/ the Desert Stars” @ the P.S. Cultural Center.
2. Nov., “Collective Rage; A Play in 5 Betties”
3. Jan., “The Lifespan of a Fact”
4. Mar., “Ellie”
4. April “Sherlock Holmes Confidential”
www.desertensembletheatre.org.
– REPORT on Palm Canyon Theatre
1. Fri., Oct., 6 “Steel Magnolias”
2. Dec., “Elf”
www.palmcanyontheatre.net
– REPORT on Revolution Stage Company.
– DISCUSSION of the new venue in town w/ live entertainment every day of the week.
1. Oct., 12 – 29th “Not In Front of the Children” 8 original songs.
www.revolutionstagecompany.com.
-DISCUSSION of local theaters and theater folklore and mores.
(contact info: Email: tracey.essex@nullgmail.com and (760) 861-1006).

Tracey

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 2 – Palm Springs International Piano Competition Segment

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PSIPC/PS CULTURAL CENTER w/ Giorgi Latso re: Georgian-American concert pianist, film composer, arranger, adjudicator, improviser and Doctor of Musical Arts.
– DISCUSSION of his birth, childhood and education. How his Grandmother got him an upright piano that the family still has.
– DISCUSSION of his family and being the only child.
– DISCUSSION of how and where he met his wife and the successful piano duo they formed.
– REPORT on the fact that they play “four-hands” pieces on one piano. How and where those special pieces come about.
– HOLD THE DATE; their PSIPC concert on Oct., 22 @ the Palm Springs Cultural Center and the selections they will perform.
– (contact info; www.psipc.org and www.psculturalcenter.org).

Giorgio

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 3 – Museums 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 Sat., mornings from 10:30 – 12:30 PM “Open Cockpits” included w/ Museum admission.
HOLD THE DATE;
1, Sat., Oct., 28. “Classic Car Show (w/ Desert Classic Car Association) and Chili Cookoff” (recipes made by LuLu.) $1. A taste or 6 tastes for $5. Volunteers dress in Halloween Costumes. Probably 200 cars. Lots of prizes. Funds go toward the Christmas Party for the Volunteers. Enter your car on the website.
2. Nov., 11 – Veterans Day air fair and the nose of the B29.
– 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.
– REPORT that all hangers are air conditioned in 91,000 sq. feet of exhibit space.
– REPORT on the gift shop where you can go in and shop without going into the Museum
– REPORT that you can go into the Café and not go into the Museum. (Best tuna fish sandwich)
– (contact info: www.palmspringsairmuseum.org and (760) 778-6262.)
– REPORT ON ACT FOR MS; provide FREE programs for 96 clients and their families in the Coachella Valley.
– REPORT on HOLD THE DATES:
1. Nov., 12 – “Festival of Lights” @ a private home.
2. Nov., 29 – Christmas Event @ the P.S. Air Museum
3. Feb., 19 – Golf Tourney @ Palm Valley
4. Ap., 6 – 25th Gala
– DISCUSSION of the wonderful grant Act For MS received for mental health support.
(contact info: www.actforms.org and ((760) 773-9806).

Ann

Cont. PALM SPRINGS ART MUSEUM w/ Scott Slaven 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. Oct., 21 – Artful Events fundraising events. “Desert Art Salon and Sale”. 27 artists have donated work for sale that can be seen on the website. At Mark and Stuart’s home.
2. Oct., 22 – Dia De Los Muertos themed Family Day from 12 to 5.
3. Oct,. 26 – “Mixed Feelings” Series returns. 2 completely unrelated topics/speakers and then the audience gets to ask questions. First one is “Vegan Meats and the Representations of Zombies”!!!!
4. Oct., 29 – FREE “Dia De Los Muertos” Register in advance. For the whole family.
5. Nov., 19 – New exhibition opening “Kali – Artographer”. About a Long Island housewife who left her family and settled here in P.S. and became a famous photographer. One-of-a-kind images. New member magazine has an interview w/ her daughter.
– (contact info: www.psmuseum.org and (760) 322-4800)

Scott