February
Desert Water Agency Segment – February 2, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 1 – Desert Water Agency Segment
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DESERT WATER AGENCY w/ Xochitl Pena and Clark Elliott, Conservation Manager. re: 1200 S. Gene Autry Tr., Palm Springs, CA. 92262.
– DEFINITION of a Conservation Manager and the incentives DWA offers that Clark oversees;
1. Grass Removal – $3. Per square foot and an additional $1 per square foot in Palm Springs.
2. Smart Controllers – Adjust automatically when it rains.
3. Sprinkler nozzle – Uses less water.
4. 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.
5. Clothes washers – $250. If you upgrade to an energy-efficient one. They have a sticker on one.
– REPORT that they are launching an huge pipeline replacement program on Caballeros between Tahquitz and Ramon. Between 7 AM and 5 PM. It’s a 30 inch pipeline that is 70 years old that will be replaced w/ iron. The new pipe will last a long time.
– DISCUSSION of the repercussions of NOT replacing leaking pipes.
– REPORT that there is no fluoride put into our water.
– REPORT the General Manager, Mark Krause is retiring after 30 years and is wished well.
– REMEMBER to turn off your sprinklers for 48 hours AFTER it rains.
– (contact info: www.dwa.org.and (760) 323-4971)
Florist Segment – February 2, 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 she bought the Valentine Roses for February in January. They come in bundles of 25.
– REPORT on all the other colors of roses for Valentines Day.
– REPORT that most roses come from Equador.
– DISCUSSION that a dozen red roses is $95. Until Feb., 7 when the price will go up. Code LOVE will get you 10% off your arrangement.
– CONVERSATION about women sending flower to men on Valentine’s Day too.
– DISCUSSION that the Flowers of the Month of February is the Iris and Violet. (represents loyalty and faithfulness).
– DISCUSSION of the various fall design ideas for centerpieces and hostess gifts and the fact that they can use the more delicate flowers since the heat is over.
– REPORT that Lilies does flowers for EVERY occasion.
– 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.)
Christopher Kennedy Segment – February 2, 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.
– QUESTION from the “Joey Pals”.
1. Can you re-do kitchen cabinets in chocolate colors? (Rich brown is back. Perhaps to paint. Less expensive than tearing out the cabinets. Nice warm taupe, soft grey is in. Deep forest green, peacock blue, new backsplash etc. are good ideas.)
2. Joey wants to know about a hammered tin backsplash? Cool? (Go for it.)
3. Joey wants to know about a butcher block counter top? (Perhaps an accent piece. Stone is still the gold standard for countertops. Butcher block has to be maintained. Natural stone is coming back. )
4. How do I make my home more sustainable? (Great resources; www.sustainablefurnishingscouncil.org and www.goodweave.com for rugs.
– HOLD THE DATE; Thurs., Feb., 22. DISCUSSION of Mid-Century Modern Week in Feb., CK is having a special event this year in partnership w/ www.USMODERNISM.org and opening up his OWN HOME. 4:30 – 6 PM. Entertainment, food, joy. Tickets are on sale now.
– REPORT that the studio is open Monday thru Friday and weekends by appointment or by chance!!!
– REPORT on how he works w/ clients. The questions he asks to determine someone’s style. We are spending more time in our homes, BUT IT’S DIFFERENT “TIME”. Both intimate and separate spaces.
– DISCUSSION of the “Canopy Wine Lounge”. Just opened that Christopher designed the inside.
– REPORT that it’s 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.
– DISCUSSION that “Canopy Wine Lounge” is a combination of a tasting room and a lounge.
– REPORT that they will produce a PALM SPRINGS ROSE, the only locally produced wine!!!
– (contact info; www.christopherkennedy.com and (760 325-3214).
“Talk of Stars” Segment – February 1, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 1 – “Talk of Stars” Segment
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JOEY ENGLISH “TALK OF STARS” w/ Dr. Michael Roth re; Elizabeth Taylor’s private physician and the foremost immunologist during the Aids Epidemic. Producer of the “Studio One Forever” documentary.
– DISCUSSION of his childhood, family, environment, and education.
cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment – February 1, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 2 – cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment
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JOEY ENGLISH “TALK OF STARS” w/ Dr. Michael Roth re; Elizabeth Taylor’s private physician and the foremost immunologist during the Aids Epidemic.
– DISCUSSION of his career, travels, his many honors and accomplishments and the stars he’s worked with. Producer of the “Studio One Forever” documentary.
cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment – February 1, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 3 – cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment
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JOEY ENGLISH “TALK OF STARS” w/ Dr. Michael Roth re; Elizabeth Taylor’s private physician and the foremost immunologist during the Aids Epidemic. Producer of the “Studio One Forever” documentary.
– DISCUSSION of his current life, his association w/ Dr. Anthony Fauci, his friends, activities, endeavors, future plans and joys.