April
cont. Desert Oasis Health Care Segment – April 8, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 3 – cont. 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 IN THE MEDICINE CABINET from; Dr. Lindsey, Dr. Brian, news, Internet and Joey Pals in the “Medicine Cabinet”.
4. Does Vit. D slow down older brains? (If you feel cognitive slower, Vit. D may help. Low Vit. D levels are linked to Dementia and cognitive impairment. Folks with Lower Vit. D levels are at higher risk of Dementia and your risk of falling is also higher.)
5. What is/causes a fatty level? (Your liver filters everything; especially toxins. Gets fatty (too much food, too much alcohol) and doesn’t function properly. Livers re-grow parts easily. BUT, This can be reversed.)
– REPORT that genetically modified (69 modifications) pig kidneys have been transplanted into a living person who had been on dialysis and had a failed kidney transplant as well. Replaces pig genes w/ human genes. Fascinating.
– (contact info: www.mydohc.com and (760) 969-6555).

Dr. Brian
Desert Water Agency Segment – April 5, 2024
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.
– QUESTION FROM A “JOEY PAL”
1. Do we have fluoride in our water? (DWA does NOT add fluoride to our water, but they do TEST FOR IT. The DWA water report www.dwa.org/wqr will show this. NO WORRIES).
– REPORT on what is in the water report and that we have high mineral content in our water. i.e. the white build-up on our faucets. Good for us.
– REPORT that they have 2 public tours a year. HOLD THE DATE: Ap 24 is the SPRING TOUR. Opportunity to see the process of how we get water into our homes. We have 29 active wells in our service area. Sign up on-line.
– REPORT on new and existing programs.
1. Leak detection survey going on for 2 to 3 weeks.
2. Grass Removal – $3. Per square foot and an additional $1 per square foot in Palm Springs.
3. Smart Controllers – Adjust automatically when it rains.
4. Sprinkler nozzle – Uses less water.
5. 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.
6. 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
Florist Segment – April 5, 2024
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 that the “flower of the month” is either a daisy, which represents purity, or sweet peas which represent gratitude. Kayla’s birthday is April 14.
– REPORT on what they did for Easter.
– DISCUSSION of the various spring design ideas for centerpieces and hostess gifts.
– REPORT that Lilies does flowers for EVERY occasion. Now folks want flowers for their elopements too.
– 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 Wednesday thru Friday from 10 AM to 3 PM. Weekends by appointment.
– (contact info; www.LiliesPS.com and (760) 318-3388.)

Kayla
Christopher Kennedy Segment – April 5, 2024
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.
– QUESTIONS FROM “JOEY PALS”
1. Can I have rattan kitchen cabinets? (Actually, canning is easy to use as insets, decorative trim. You can buy roles of canning as an accent. It’s coming back, especially in Palm Springs.)
2. If I buy colored appliances, how long will they be in style? (Colored appliances ARE COMING BACK. Christopher saw this in the trade show he just attended. Retro colors. Here in P.S. “everything old is new again” www.smeg.com for colored appliances. Appliances DO NOT HAVE TO MATCH.)
– DISCUSSION of hints for Spring decorating and how the way people “feel” is impacted in their homes. Great time to change the color of your sheets, change your wardrobe.
– REPORT on the Christopher Kennedy team. How creative people are here and are drawn here too.
– REPORT on his new studio @ the Courtyard Complex; open 10 – 5 daily on Tahquitz w/ a small retail store.
– DISCUSSION of how he “guides” his clients and honors the past but incorporates the technology etc., of the present and future.
– DISCUSSION of the “Canopy Wine Lounge”. Just opened that Christopher designed the inside. It is a combination of a tasting room and a lounge located 175 N. Palm Cyn., Dr., It’s like a desert garden come-to-life.
– DISCUSSION of wines from all over the World, with food paired to the wines, AND a “caviar” bump.
– REPORT on the partnership involved w/ international two businessmen.
– REPORT on how to make my home more sustainable? (Great resources; www.sustainablefurnishingscouncil.org and www.goodweave.com for rugs.
– (contact info; www.christopherkennedy.com and (760 325-3214).

Christopher
“Talk of Stars” Segment – April 4, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 1 – “Talk of Stars” Segment
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TALK OF STARS w/ Jennifer Knox re: an award winning stage actress who has received rave reviews for roles across the country, including Cassie in “A Chorus Line”, Roxie Hart in “Chicago”, Lina Lamont in “Singin In the Rain”, Sugar in “Sugar”, and Mona Kent in “Dames at Sea”. She made her Off-Broadway debut in Seth Rudetsky’s “Disaster!” and toured the US as Demeter in “CATS”. Born and raised in Edmond, OK, she has trained extensively at the Steppenwolf West, Steps on Broadway, the Giordano Dance School, and the University of Oklahoma.
– DISCUSSION of her childhood, family, background and education.

Jennifer
cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment – April 4, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 2 – cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment
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TALK OF STARS w/ Jennifer Knox re: an award winning stage actress who has received rave reviews for roles across the country, including Cassie in “A Chorus Line”, Roxie Hart in “Chicago”, Lina Lamont in “Singin’ In the Rain”, Sugar in “Sugar”, and Mona Kent in “Dames at Sea”. She made her Off-Broadway debut in Seth Rudetsky’s “Disaster!” and toured the US as Demeter in “CATS”. Born and raised in Edmond, OK, she has trained extensively at the Steppenwolf West, Steps on Broadway, the Giordano Dance School, and the University of Oklahoma.
– DISCUSSION of her incredible career. Leading up to her performance in “Nice Work If You Can Get It” @ www.cvrep.org.

Jennifer in rehearsals @ CVRep.org
cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment – April 4, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 3 – cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment
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TALK OF STARS w/ Jennifer Knox re: an award winning stage actress who has received rave reviews for roles across the country, including Cassie in “A Chorus Line”, Roxie Hart in “Chicago”, Lina Lamont in “Singin In the Rain”, Sugar in “Sugar”, and Mona Kent in “Dames at Sea”. She made her Off-Broadway debut in Seth Rudetsky’s “Disaster!” and toured the US as Demeter in “CATS”. Born and raised in Edmond, OK, she has trained extensively at the Steppenwolf West, Steps on Broadway, the Giordano Dance School, and the University of Oklahoma.
– DISCUSSION of her upcoming performances @ The CV Rep. April 10 – 21. www.cvrep.org.

“Nice Work If You Can Get It.”
“Box Office” Segment – April 3, 2024
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 theater in an intimate setting. www.cvrep.org. 68510 E. Palm Cyn., Dr., Cathedral City, CA. 92234.
– REPORT ON PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL PIANO COMPETITION
– Final event of the season wasJonathan Mamora in Concert at the Palm Springs Cultural Center on Baristo. 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’S FULL SEASON. (68510 E. Palm Cyn., Cathedral City.)
1. Ap.,10 – 21; “Nice Work if You Can Get It”. Jennifer Knox has been on Joey’s show.
www.cvrep.org.
– REPORT on Michael Shaw’s DEZART PERFORMS season; (314 S. Cahuilla Rd., Palm Springs.)
1. Ap., 12 – 21, 2024 – “Mr. Parker”
www.dezartperforms.org
– REPORT on PALM CANYON THEATRE; (539 N. Palm Cyn., Dr. Palm Springs.)
1. Ap., 12 – 21, 2024 – “Boys In The Band”
www.palmcanyontheatre.net
– 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. Ap., 12 – 21, 2024 – “Billie/Backstage w/ Lady Day”
2. Ap., 16, 2024 – “25th Annual Putman County Spelling Bee”.
www.revolutionstagecompany.com.
– JUST FOR FUN; Quiz about “Nice Work If You Can Get It” @ CVREP.
(contact info: Email: tracey.essex@nullgmail.com and (760) 861-1006).

Tracey
All People’s Presbyterian Church Segment – April 3, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 2 – All People’s Presbyterian Church Segment
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ALL PEOPLE’S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH w/ Rev. Brian Symonds re: 34116 Date Palm Dr., Ste., #7, Cathedral City, CA. 92234 (Dinah Shore and Date Palm)
– DISCUSSION of their Mission Statement; Rev. Brian says they are “radically inclusive”.
1. Scriptural Integrity
2. Personal Relationship w/ Jesus Christ
3. Worship
4. Acceptance of all people
5. Stewardship
6. Outward Focus
– REPORT on his trip to El Salvador.
– DISCUSSION of how he became a Reverand. He was 19 or 20 when he made some life-affirming choices.
– DISCUSSION that he believes we need to be better in our relationship WITH ONE ANOTHER.
– REPORT on the Children’s Program for 4th and 5th graders. School work at this point in time and then hopefully religious studies.
– REPORT on Stonewall Ministries and their services and programs.
– REPORT on their location, facility and services.
– (contact info: www.allpeoplespc.org and (760) 832-8403.

Rev. Brian
Air Museum, ACT for MS and Art Museum Segment. – April 3, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 3 – Air Museum, ACT for MS and Art 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 Sat., mornings from 10:30 – 12:30 PM “Open Cockpits” included w/ Museum admission.
HOLD THE DATES;
1. Ap., 6 @ 1:PM – “Tragedy & Redemption in the North Atlantic, 1939-1945.
2. Sat., Ap., 13 @ 1:PM – Edwards AFB: “USAF Test Pilot University”.
3. Sat., Ap., 20 @ 1:PM – From the Front Lines to the C-47 Skytrains: An Eyewitness Account ofCaring for the Wounded by the 111th Evacuation Hospital in WWII.
4. Sat., Ap., 27 @ 1:PM – Before the Tuskegee Airmen Came The National Airmen Association of America
5. Sat., May 4 @ 1:PM – Palm Desert Residents’ Day
– REPORT that there is “Open Cockpit” EVERY SATURDAY from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM.
– 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.
– (contact info: www.palmspringsairmuseum.org and (760) 778-6262.)
– REPORT ON ACT FOR MS; needs funding especially @ the end-of-the-year. ACT for MS provides FREE programs for 96 clients and their families in the Coachella Valley.
– REPORT on HOLD THE DATES:
1. Ap., 6 – 25th Gala @ the Rancho Las Palmas w/ emcee Ruta Lee. $300. For tix. Cocktails @ 5 PM; Dinner @ 6 PM.
– DISCUSSION of the wonderful grant Act For MS received for mental health support.
– (contact info: www.actforms.org and ((760) 773-9806).
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. Report on the grand unveiling of Albert Frey’s 1931 Aluminaire House. Sun., May 19 TV special.
2. Every Sat., thru May 25 there’s a tour up to the Frey House. 9 AM – 2 PM. Sign up on the website.
3. Sun. Ap., 21 from 12 – 4. Family Plus Series. FREE
4. The new Bistro is coming!!!
5. Get the Museum Newsletter by signing up on the website.
6. Open Thurs., Fri., Sat., Sun., and Mon. Closed Tues., and Wed.,
– (contact info: www.psmuseum.org and (760) 322-4800)

Ann and Scott