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May

Desert Water Agency Segment – May 3, 2024

3:00 – 4:00 PM

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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”
– REPORT that we have already hit our triple digit temperature. Pay attention to water use.
– REPORT that we need to be “water wise”.
– REPORT that 70% of the water used in the Coachella Valley is used outdoors.
– IMPORTANT to check your sprinkler system for leaks, 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

Florist Segment – May 3, 2024

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 2 – Florist Segment

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LILIES PALM SPRINGS w/ Ariel Kirk re: 1775 E. Palm Cyn., Dr., Ste., #145. Palm Springs, CA. 92264.
– DISCUSSION of the arrangement Ariel brought today w/ pumpkin-colored roses, that GROW that color.
– DISCUSSION that the “flower of the month” is either a Lily Of The Valley for purity, joy and luck.
– REPORT on the most expensive flowers. Figure the price “by the stem”.
– DISCUSSION of all the weddings and events.
– REPORT on “talking to your plants”.
– REPORT on Mother’s Day OFFERINGS; order before May 8 and use the code “JOEY PALS” for a 10% off.
– 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.)

Ariel

Christopher Kennedy Segment – May 3, 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

cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment – May 2, 2024

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 2 – cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment

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cont. TALK OF STARS w/ Francesca Amari re: Cabaret/Jazz Entertainer; “If Francesca Amari isn’t a household name in your home, then you haven’t yet discovered the best music, theatre and magic that Palm Springs has to offer. ” 
Dee Jae Cox, CV Weekly, www.francescaamari.com.
– DISCUSSION of her career; her awards, her travels and growth musically.

Francesca

cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment – May 2, 2024

3:00 – 4:00 PM

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cont. TALK OF STARS w/ Francesca Amari re: Cabaret/Jazz Entertainer; “If Francesca Amari isn’t a household name in your home, then you haven’t yet discovered the best music, theatre and magic that Palm Springs has to offer. ” 
Dee Jae Cox, CV Weekly, www.francescaamari.com.
– DISCUSSION of her career; her awards, her travels and growth musically.

Francesca

“Box Office” Segment – May 1, 2024

3:00 – 4:00 PM

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BOX OFFICE for Tracey Essex by Joey English.
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
– 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. Great performances coming in May!
1. May 15 – Maximo Marcus sings Broadway favorites, Great American Standards, Italian Love Songs and Latin jazz.
2. May 16 – Faith Prince, Tony Award, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle award winner does American musical theatre offerings.
3. May 22 – Local favorite Glenn Rosenblum will be back w/ Broadway Showstoppers.
4. May 23 – Edmund Bagnell, first violinist presents “This Magic Moment”. Tickets for all on the website.
www.cvrep.org.
– REPORT on Michael Shaw’s DEZART PERFORMS season; (314 S. Cahuilla Rd., Palm Springs.)
– Dezart Performs is working on its capital campaign to build a new theatre in Cathedral City @ the Canyon Plaza South center.
www.dezartperforms.org
– REPORT on PALM CANYON THEATRE; (539 N. Palm Cyn., Dr. Palm Springs.)
1. May 10 – 19 “Light In The Piazza”.
2. PCT has announced their 2024-25 season lineup.
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.May 22 – June 9. “Baby – the Musical”
– More than 15 different shows in May.
www.revolutionstagecompany.com.
(contact info: Email: tracey.essex@nullgmail.com and (760) 861-1006).

Tracey

Air Museum, ACT for MS Segment – May 1, 2024

3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 2 – Air Museum, ACT for MS 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. Sat., May 4 @ 1:PM – Palm Desert Residents’ and Workers’ Day.
– 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 ground-breaking for Ronald M. Auen Learning Center will be in May also.
2. Mon. May 27 – Annual Memorial Day Air Fair and Flower Drop. Flight exhibitions, kids activities, food trucks etc. The Dark Star (from Top Gun Maverick) will be on display.
– 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).

Ann

Art Museum Segment – May 1, 2024

3:00 – 4:00 PM

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PALM SPRINGS ART MUSEUM w/ Scott Slaven and 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. May 12 – New exhibition “A Shadow Set Free”. Party on Sat., May 11 w/ a VIP private tour of this exhibition called “Spring Noir”. Entertainment w/ 4 drag performers.
2. May 17 – Q + ART – film screening a documentary on photographer George Platt Lynes movie and talk afterwards.
3. The new Bistro is coming!!!
4. May 31 – Music and video performers “Princess” for adults.
5. June 7 – Q + ART – Musical performance by San Cha. Reception afterwards.
– Report on Albert Frey’s Exhibition @ the Architecture and Design Center.
– REPORT that Albert Frey’s 1931 Aluminaire House Exhibition is open. Sun., May 19 TV special.
– REPORT Every Sat., thru May 25 there’s a tour up to the Frey House. 9 AM – 2 PM. Sign up on the website.
6. The new Bistro is coming!!!
7. Get the Museum Newsletter by signing up on the website.
8. Open Thurs., Fri., Sat., Sun., and Mon. Closed Tues., and Wed.,
– (contact info: www.psmuseum.org and (760) 322-4800)

Scott and Amber

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