Animal Segment – June 9, 2023
5:00 – 6:00 AM and 4:00 – 5:00 PM
Seg 3 – Animal Segment
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ANIMAL SAMARITANS w/ Valerie Kaatz and Jarrod Ellis.
– REPORT on Valerie’s Bearded Dragon.
– REPORT that June is Pride Month; Adopt a Cat Month; Foster a Pet Month; and Micro-Chipping Month.
– REPORT that there is a big need for Foster Parents. Email: Volunteer@nullanimalsamaritans.org.
– HOLD THE DATES;
1. June 10 – Cat and kitten adoption @ Petco in Palm Springs. 1 – 3 PM.
2. 1st Sunday of every month; Pet Smart in La Quinta. 11 AM – 1 PM thru November.
3. Sun., Dec., 3 “Men of the Desert” @ the Palm Springs Air Museum from 11 AM – 2 PM. All monies go to the adoption alliance rescue program where they save “at-risk” and homeless animals. Lunch from LuLu’s.
– REPORT that Tix not on sale yet. Looking for sponsors and underwriters now. Reach out (760 797-7439 or jellis@nullanimalsamaritans.org.
– REPORT on the Senior Care fund to help seniors w/ high medical/care bills for their animals. How to apply for that.
– REPORT on their Facebook page for all the animals they have helped and all the ones up for adoption.
– (contact info: www.animalsamaritans.org).
Valerie and Jarrod
“Talk of Stars” Segment – June 8, 2023
5:00 – 6:00 AM and 4:00 – 5:00 PM
Seg 1 – “Talk of Stars” Segment
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TALK OF STARS w/ Judith Chapman re: American actress; known for multiple roles on TV’s most popular soap operas, multiple theater appearances, one-woman plays, movie roles and directorial efforts.
– DISCUSSION of her childhood, family, background and education. Facebook.com/public/Judith-Chapman.
young Judy
cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment – June 8, 2023
5:00 – 6:00 AM and 4:00 – 5:00 PM
Seg 2 – cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment
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TALK OF STARS w/ Judith Chapman re: American actress; known for multiple roles on TV’s most popular soap operas, multiple theater appearances, one-woman plays, movie roles and directorial efforts.
– DISCUSSION of the development of her extensive career. Facebook.com/public/Judith-Chapman.
Judith
cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment – June 8, 2023
5:00 – 6:00 AM and 4:00 – 5:00 PM
Seg 3 – cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment
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TALK OF STARS w/ Judith Chapman re: American actress; known for multiple roles on TV’s most popular soap operas, multiple theater appearances, one-woman plays, movie roles and directorial efforts.
– DISCUSSION of her Palm Springs projects and future endeavors. Facebook.com/public/Judith-Chapman.
Joey and Judith starring in “Sordid Lives”
“Box Office” Segment – June 7, 2023
5:00 – 6:00 AM and 4:00 – 5:00 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 the Coachella Valley Firebirds Hockey Team is doing GREAT!!!. Entertainment of another kind.
– REPORT that Palm Springs International Piano Competition season kick-off will be Dec., 2. 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. Summer Cabaret Series he’s presenting Alex Korey & Teri Ralston tomorrow, June 15th. June 22, Christiane Noll. www.cvrep.org.
– REPORT on Palm Canyon Theatre’s presentation of “Mean Girls” July 7 – 16th www.palmcanyontheatre.net.
(contact info: Email: tracey.essex@nullgmail.com and (760) 861-1006).
Tracey
Palm Springs Air Museum Segment – June 7, 2023
5:00 – 6:00 AM and 4:00 – 5:00 PM
Seg 2 – Palm Springs Air 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 on the Mon., May 29; Memorial Day Flower Drop. Red carnations for the more recent wars; white carnations are for past wars. 50th anniversary of the end of the Viet Nam War. The Gold Star families were honored. There were food vendors, jazz musicians and PB4Y-2 the world’s ONLY flying one.
– REPORT that for $25. You can “sponsor” a POW bracelet. In the Fall there will be an evening event to honor the POW’s.
– REPORT that the Air Museum s open from 10 AM to 5 PM every single day. 73 airplanes.
– REPORT that the Disney Plane “The Mouse” along w/ the documentary about it are on now.
– REPORT that all hangers are air conditioned in 91,000 sq. feet of exhibit space.
– REPORT that there is the F-117 Nighthawk Stealth Fighter display up in the Jim Houston Pavilion.
– REPORT on the summer camps available. www.smarteducation.us is their partner for weekly camps arranged by age. One family activity a month too.
– REPORT that KIDS 12 and under get in FREE w/ a paying adult. Friendly dogs on a leash. – (contact info: www.psairmuseum.org and (760) 778-6262.)
Ann
Palm Springs Art Museum Segment – June 7, 2023
5:00 – 6:00 AM and 4:00 – 5:00 PM
Seg 3 – Palm Springs Art Museum Segment
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PALM SPRINGS ART MUSEUM w/ Scott Slaven re: re: 101 N. Museum Dr. P.S. 92262.
– REPORT on how often the exhibitions are changed and the logistics involved w/ all of that organization.
– REPORT that there are over 12,000 objects in storage for the Museum’s permanent collection in units all over town. The cost of all that storage.
– SAVE THE DATE; June 15 – Cocktails and a movie. Queen and Slim
– SAVE THE DATE: June 25 – Taylo Mac’s 24-Decade History of Popular Music
– SAVE THE DATE: June 29 – Pulp Fiction.
– REPORT on the new café.
– 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.
– REMEMBER; 3rd Sunday of Every Month is “Family Plus” FREE from 1 to 5 PM. Events/crafts etc.,
– (contact info: www.psmuseum.org and (760) 322-4800)
Scott
Desert Symphony Segment – June 6, 2023
5:00 – 6:00 AM and 4:00 – 5:00 PM
Seg 1 – Desert Symphony Segment
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THE DESERT SYMPHONY w/ Nancy Tapick, President re: 73730 CA. 111 Ste., 6, Palm Desert, CA. 92260
– REPORT that they are sponsored by Raju Mehta of El Paseo Jewelers, who do so much in the Coachella Valley for so many.
– DISCUSSION of how the “tribute bands” are often better than the original, keeping the “flame” alive. Otherwise the sound, the history, the style will disappear.
– DISCUSSION of how the Eagles, when appearing live @ the Acrisure Arena, had THE DESERT SYMPHONY accompany them!!!!!.
– HOLD THE DATES for the NEW SEASON, the 35th Anniversary Season; Tickets available thru the McCallum Theatre.
1. MARCH 6 – the Gala @ the A.C.Casino’s THE SHOW.
2. NOV., 21 – the Texas Tenors.
3. JAN., 21 – tribute to Barbra Streisand
4. Feb., – “I LOVE A PIANO” w/ Tony Desare
5. Mar., – tribute to John Denver.
6. April – tribute to Frankie Valli “Let’s Hang On”
– REPORT that 2/13/24 will be the annual Symphonettes Luncheon @ The Lavendar Bistro in LaQuinta. Reservations available NOW.
– (contact info; www.desertsymphony.org and (760) 773-5988)
Nancy and Symphony Sammi
Palm Springs International Airport Segment – June 6, 2023
5:00 – 6:00 AM and 4:00 – 5:00 PM
Seg 2 – Palm Springs International Airport Segment
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PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT w/ Daniel Meier. Re: Deputy Director of Aviation, Marketing & Air Service @ Palm Springs International Airport.
– REPORT on the cruise he and his Sister took their Mother on. The fact that the sea-sickness/motion patch behind the ear can cause horrible disorientation.
– REPORT that the new website will be up in about 30 days. Go live date is July 6. i.e. TSA checkpoint wait times, lost and found etc.
– REPORT on the FUSE CONNECT coming on board to be the new in-terminal concession vendor. Lots of digital application.
– CONTINUING REPORT that the Palm Springs International Airport has received $5.7 million dollars from the Department of Transportation to improve, renovate and expand the baggage handling facility. Needs the expansion as the airport is soooo busy.
– REPORT on the Master Plan. Will be a 30-month process. The airport wants public input for suggestions. Visible on the website; www.palmspringsairportmasterplan.com Will guide the airport for the next twenty years.
– REPORT on possible electric planes and that there may be a vertiport to land electric aircraft probably used for short-range flights at first!!!!!
– DISCUSSION that Vertiports are in the works now. United has electric aircraft in development now.
– REPORT on how the fueling happens for the Airport.
– DISCUSSION of what type of fuel different planes use.
– REPORT that the new concourse will open w/ all the new restaurants and shops will open this Fall.
– REPORT that there is a new website that will tell you what you can and cannot take. www.tsa.gov and go to the section “what can I bring”.
– REPORT on the new check-in procedure; i.e. TSA. (www.tsa.gov) US Global Entry; Clear (www.clearme.com). Now you don’t have to go to a TSA office, starting soon will just have to go to PSP.
– (contact info: www.flypsp.com)
Daniel
Tours Segment – June 6, 2023
5:00 – 6:00 AM and 4:00 – 5:00 PM
Seg 3 – Tours Segment
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RED JEEP TOURS “MOUNTAINS OF FUN” w/ Rick Curtiss re; 74-794 Lennon Pl., Ste., B. Palm Desert.
– REPORT that they are only doing morning tours now.
1. San Andreas Fault Tour – the regular main tour in the morning.
2. Indian Canyons – usually starts @ 8 AM.
3. Still doing Joshua Tree.
4. Cancelling the Painted Canyon Tour in the summer.
– REPORT that they are only doing one tour and get off the Desert floor before it gets hot. Start earlier.
– DISCUSSION of why the hottest time of the day is around 4 PM. i.e. adobe houses.
– REPORT of the Indian Canyons Tour. The flowers, the streams are all running out of their banks. It’s cooler there. HAS THE BIGGEST CA. FAN PALM OASIS in the World!!!
– REPORT that there are 5 Canyons; Palm, Andreas, Murray, Chino and Tahquitz.
– DISCUSSION of the training the almost 40 guides go thru.
– REPORT that there are usually 4 major tours 1. San Andreas Fault Tour in a Jeep; 2. Indian Canyons Tour in a Jeep w/ hiking; 3. Joshua Tree National Park Tour in SUVs w/ some hiking; 4. Painted Canyons Tour in Mecca Hills in a Jeep, w/ emphasis on agriculture in the Valley.
– REPORT that only the California Fan Palms are indigenous to the Coachella Valley.
– (contact info; www.red-jeep.com and (760 324-5337).
Rick
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