Plaza Theatre/Oak View Group Segment – April 15, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Seg 1 – Plaza Theatre/Oak View Group Segment
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PLAZA THEATRE/OAK VIEW GROUP w/ John Bolton
Senior Vice President and General Manager. Re: 128 S. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs.
-DISCUSSION that the Theater is owned by the City of Palm Springs, managed by the Plaza Theatre Foundation on the City’s behalf and Oak View Group manages it on the Foundation’s behalf.
HOLD THE DATES;
1. Dec., 2,3, ’25 – An Evening w/ Lily Tomlin
2. Dec., 4, ’25 – Billy Porter
3. Dec., 15, ’25 – Jane Lynch’s “A Swingin’ Little Christmas”
4. Dec., 23, ’25 – Big Bad VooDoo Daddy
5. Dec., 27, ’25 – The Growth Spurt Tour of Brad Williams
6. Dec., 28, ’25 – Jim Brickman the Gift of Christmas
7. Jan., 21, 22, ’26 – An Evening w/ Bianca Del Rio
8. Jan.,28, ’26 – Spamilton, An American Parody
9. Mar., 5, ’26 – New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players, “The Mikado”
10. Mar., 7, ’26 – The Princess Bride, An Inconceivable Evening w/ Cary Elwes.
11. Mar., 22, ’26 – Matthew Morrison, Welcome to Rhythms & Revelations – A Car Wash for your Soul
12. Ap., 4, ’26 – New York Philharmonic String Quartet, An evening of Mozart, Beethoven, Wolf & Price
13. May 16, ’26 – Puppy Pals Live!! As seen on American’s Got Talent.
– REPORT to check the website regularly for added shows!!!
– (contact info; www.palmspringsplazatheatre.com and (760) 218-6330)
John
Palm Canyon Theatre Segment – April 15, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Seg 2 – Palm Canyon Theatre Segment
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PALM CANYON THEATRE w/ Derik Shopinski Business Manager, Actor, Director, Costume Designer, Dancer re; 538 N. Palm Cyn., Dr., P.S.
– DISCUSSION of Se Layne’s comedic talents as shown in “Victor/Victoria”. Directed by Derik and Se did the choreography.
– REPORT on the upcoming shows;
HOLD THE DATES”
1. Ap., 18 – 27 – “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest”
2. May 9 – 18 – “Forever Plaid”
3. July 11 – 20 – “Falsettos”, a musical.
– DISCUSSION of KIDS SUMMER CAMP; 6 weeks from June 23 – Aug., 2. Partnering w/ P.S.U.S.D. You can “drop in” and “drop out”. Will be doing weekly “productions”. $225./week. Monday thru Friday from 9 AM to 4 PM. Lunch hour. Discussion of the different classes.
– (contact info: www.palmcanyontheatre.org and (760) 323-5123)
Derik
All People’s Presbyterian Church Segment – April 15, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Seg 3 – 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”. For people who are seeking a better way of life. All people should be able to find a place where they can worship.
– DISCUSSION of Holy Week, leading up to Easter.
– DISCUSSION of Lent, what it means, when it comes. The ashes are a sign of the cross on forehead or hand. Marking the time of his ministry, our own mortality and what comes after this life. Reminder of our mortality and where we came from. “We are from the stardust and God created us”.
– REPORT on Holy Week, Easter this coming Sunday. 10 AM sermon.
– REPORT on last week’s Animal Blessings. Parnered w/ P.S. Animal Shelter on their campus. GREAT EVENT. All dogs, no cats. www.psanimalshelter.org.
– HOLD THE DATES;
1. May 4 – Guest speakers are Dean Erlich from Forest Lawn and Joshua Arthur from J. Arthur Law Firm to talk about transitioning into the next life. Worship @ 10; Bingo and FREE catered lunch @ 11; Workshop @ 12; Help make “Blessing Bags” after that for the homeless.
2. NEW EVENT…..May 10 – Local Cultural Fair @ the Church. Partnering w/ Cathedral City. Call if you want to display your works. Call (760) 832-8403. No fee to display your works, just a donation if you wish.
– REPORT on his on-going education. Missional Leadership is his project’s title.
– (contact info: www.allpeoplespc.org and (760) 832-8403).
Rev., Brian
Restaurant of the Week Segment – April 14, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Seg 1 – Restaurant of the Week Segment
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RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Dan Gore re: “Oscars”; 125 E. Tahquitz Cyn., Way. Palm Springs.
– REPORT on the 12 years Oscar’s has been in existence.
– HOLD THE DATES;
1. AP., 17 – Jack Donahue
2. AP., 19 – Bitchiest Brunch AND Bunker, A Gay Man’s Area
3. AP., 20 – Bitchiest Brunch w/ Anita Rose
4. AP., 21 – Little Mania Wrestling All Stars
5. AP., 25, 26 – Matthew Martin “Hollywood Royalty”
6. AP., 26 – Bitchiest Brunch w/ Anita Rose
7. AP., 26 – Bunker, A Gay Man’s Area
8. AP., 27 – Bitchiest Brunch w/ Anita Rose
9. MAY 3 – Bitchiest Brunch
10. MAY 4 – Bitchiest Brunch w/ Anita Rose
-THE TEA DANCE; $5. Drinks the 1st hour, celebrating 12 years!!!!
– NOTICE that he will be welcoming the biggest adult film/comedy stars in the industry soon. i.e. Tribute to Steely Dan; LaToya Jackson in Hollywood to be interviewed by Dan.
– DISCUSSION of the menu and wonderful food.
– REMEMBER to check the website for the info for ALL the upcoming shows.
– (contact info: www.oscarspalmsprings.com and (760) 325-1188)
Dan
Desert Oasis Health Care Segment – April 14, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Seg 2 – Desert Oasis Health Care Segment
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D.O.H.C. w/ Edgar Alvarado; registered dietician. D.O.H.C.; 275 El Cielo Rd., Palm Springs, 92262. “Your Health, Your Life, Our Passion”.
– DISCUSSION of different diets; i.e. keto, low carb.
– REPORT of how your diet can help you control stress.
1. STRESS & NUTRITION; pick the correct foods; eat whole grains; high fiber; leafy greens; dark chocolate. All help produce serotonin which reduces stress.
2. STRESS & YOUR LIFESTYLE; stay hydrated; exercise 20 minutes each day.
– (contact info: www.mydohc.com and (760) 969-6555).
Edgar
Desert Oasis Health Care Segment – April 14, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Seg 3 – Desert Oasis Health Care Segment
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cont. 3. D.O.H.C. w/ Edgar Alvarado; registered dietician. D.O.H.C.; 275 El Cielo Rd., Palm Springs, 92262. “Your Health, Your Life, Our Passion”.
Cont: 10 minute walk helps control your diabetes and regulate your sugars.
3. GET ENOUGH OF THE RIGHT KIND OF SLEEP; 8 hours.
4. OVERALL TIPS TO MANAGE STRESS; plan meals ahead of time; do mindful eating for weight loss.
– (contact info: www.mydohc.com and (760) 969-6555).
Edgar
Joey’s Daily Datebook – April 14 – 18, 2025
Joey English Daily Datebook
Presented by Desert Oasis Healthcare
www.mydohc.com and (760) 320-8814
“Your Life, Your Health, Our Passion”
FRIDAY: Ap., 18, 2025. National Jugglers Day.
1.WHO; MUSICAL THEATRE WORKSHOP.
WHAT: “Spring Pop Up”
WHEN; AP., 21, 22; 10 AM – 12 Noon. Limited space; 3 day workshop; 2 hours per class.
WHERE: 3 M Studios; 73810 Dinah Shore Dr., Palm Desert.
WEB; www.3Mstudiosllc.com.
2. WHO; CV SYMPHONY
WHAT; Final concert of “Best of Stage & Screen”
WHEN; FRI., AP., 25; 7:30 PM.
WHERE: McCallum Theatre.
WEB; www.cvsymphony.com.
3. WHO; CREATIVE ARTS TEMPLE W/ RABBI JERRY CUTLER.
WHAT; CAT FNL (Creative Arts Temple/Friday Night Live) Streaming brief Shabbat Services w/ The Cutlers.
WHEN; FIRST FRIDAY NIGHTS @ 6 PM.
WHERE; Facebook & YouTube & live.
WEB; www.creativeartstemple.org.
THURSDAY: Ap., 17, 2025. National Crawfish Day.
1. WHO; THE PALM CANYON THEATRE.
WHAT; “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest”.
WHEN; AP., 18 – 27.
WHERE: 538 N. Palm Cyn., Dr.,
WEB; www.palmcanyontheatre.net.
2. WHO; CV REP’s Adam Karstens wants you to know about;
WHAT; “Other Desert Cities”.
WHEN; APRIL 23 – MAY 4.
WHERE; 68510 E. Palm Cyn., Cathedral City
WEB; www.cvrep.org.
3. WHO; ACRISURE ARENA.
WHAT; Tito Double P, a Mexican rapper.
WHEN; AP., 25.
WHERE; Acrisure Arena.
WEB; www.acrisurearena.com.
WEDNESDAY: Ap., 16, 2025. National Eggs Benedict Day
1. WHO; DAP HEALTH/PRES. DAVID BRINKMAN wants you to know;
WHAT; You can get medical assistance if you are a first-time member or are re-newing your membership.
WHEN; ON-GOING.
WHERE; On-line or in person.
WEB; www.daphealth.org.
2. WHO; REVOLUTION STAGE COMPANY.
WHAT: “The Shark is Broken” about the making of Jaws.
WHEN; NOW THRU AP., 19
WHERE; 611 S. Palm Cyn. In the Sun Shopping Center.
WEB; www.revolutionstagecompany.com.
3. WHO; AGUA CALIENTE BAND OF CAHUILLA INDIANS Chairman Milanovich wants you to know.
WHAT; Huang Pin.
WHEN; SAT., AP., 19.
WHERE; The Show.
WEB; www.aguacalientecasinos.com.
TUESDAY: Ap., 15, 2025 Tax Day.
1. WHO; MC CALLUM THEATRE.
WHAT; Palm Springs International Piano Competition Jr. Division 2025 Finals.
WHEN; MON. AP., 21.
WHERE; 73000 Fred Waring Dr., Palm Desert, CA.
WEB; www.mccallumtheatre.com.
2. WHO; PALM SPRINGS LEATHER ORDER OF THE DESERT.
WHAT; “Plunge” Seaspnm.
WHEN; SUN., Ap., 20; 12 NOON TO 5 PM.
WHERE; CCBC @ 68300 Gay Resort Dr., C.C.
WEB; www.pslod.org.
3. WHO; DESERT-THEATRICALS Josh and Ray, want you to know.
WHAT; “The Addams Family” – a New Musical Comedy.
WHEN; OCT., 24 TO 26.
WHERE; 71560 San Jacinto Dr., Rancho Mirage, CA.
WEB; www.desert-theatricals.com.
MONDAY: Ap., 14, 2025 National Pan American Day.
1. WHO; PALM SPRINGS CULTURAL CENTER
WHAT; George Michaels Reborn starring Robert Bartko
WHEN; SAT., AP., 26; 7 PM.
WHERE; Palm Springs Cultural Center on Baristo.
WEB; www.psculturalcenter.org.
2. WHO; PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL PIANO COMPETITION
WHAT; Junior Division competition.
WHEN; NOW THRU AP., 21
WHERE; Temple Isaiah then the McCallum on 4.21
WEB; www.psipc.org.
3. WHO; PALM DESERT HISTORICAL SOCIETY.
WHAT; Joey English speaks. “Having it All”
WHEN; FRI., AP., 18
WHERE; Palm Desert Library @ 73300 Fred Waring Dr., Palm Desert
WEB; www.palmdesertlibrary.org/events.
Animal Segment – April 11, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Seg 1 – Animal Segment
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LOVING ALL ANIMALS w/ Michael Phipps Russell re: 83496 Ave. 51, Coachella, CA. 92236
– HOLD THE DATE: Ap., 13 A wedding for Loving All Animals for “Sushi” and “Tinkerbell” @ 6 PM @ Shadow Mountain Golf Club. 6 bridesmaids, 6 groomsmen, minister, sit down dinner, entertainment created by Barbara Rogers. “Chapel” constructed. Food by Willie Rhine of “849”.
– REPORT on the Bachelor & Bachelorette Party they had on Ap., 4. Underwrote a spay and neuter clinic.
– DISCUSSION of the 600 FREE surgeries they provided this year.
– REPORT that tickets are $150. For everything. Valet parking, full-dress event.
– (contact info: www.lovingallanimals.org.and (760) 834-7000)
Michael
Animal Segment – April 11, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Seg 2 – Animal Segment
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RESCUED TAILS/BARKINGHAM PET HOTEL w/ Wendy Rall re: 73650 Dinah Shore Dr. Palm Desert and BARKINGHAM PET HOTEL/CALIFORNIA PAW RESCUE
– REPORT on CMFT, TCHP, CACLT, CCKTP titles that Wendy has.
– DISCUSSION of how therapeutic massage therapy is to dogs.
– REPORT on “acupressure” and “acupuncture” for dogs as well.
– DISCUSSION that her sessions are 45 minutes.
– DISCUSSION of what Wendy does to help dogs w/ hydrotherapy. Low-impact exercise. Helps your dog to fight aging issues, weight loss and more. Enhances range of motion, balance, mobility and flexibility. Can be customized to your dog’s needs. Relaxes both mind and body. Done in warm water. Treats stress and loneliness.
– DISCUSSION of Canine massage therapy. Description of the tank and treadmill. Wendy gets in the warm water w/ the dog. Good for all ages and types of dogs. Helps w/ joint support, stress and pain. Can add aromatherapy and music therapy. Improves sleep. Increases circulation and healthy bowels. Dogs swim naturally.
– Located @ Barkingham Pet Hotel. She’s working on a video.
– DISCUSSION of hours, Sunday services and night care.
– HOLD THE DATE; Sat., May 3, 3rd Derby Party; 2 – 5 PM; mint juleps, hors d’oeuvres, raffles, auction items, derby games, scratchers, hat contest. The Artists Council Artists Center @ the Galen in P.D.
– (contact info; www.rescuedtails.com and (951) 704-3375 and www.pethotelcalifornia.com and (760) 699-8328.)
Wendy
Animal Samaritans Segment – April 11, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 AM
Seg 3 – Animal Samaritans Segment
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ANIMAL SAMARITANS w/ Valerie Kattz and Jarred Ellis re; 72120 Pet Land Pl., Thousand Palms, CA. 02276.
– REPORT that puppy and kitten season NEVER REALLY ENDS. Ramping up now.
– DISCUSSION that Foster Parents are needed now. Everything you need is provided.
– DISCUSSION that spay and neuter services are more reasonably priced and even financial aid is available.
– REPORT on 77840 Flora Road in Palm Desert is the temporary location for the Clinic. Same phone, etc., There until March.
– REPORT on the magazine; Article on “myths” Valerie wrote. i.e. cats CANNOT be leash trained.
– HOLD THE DATES:
1. Fri., Ap., 11 – Booze Hounds “Yappy Hour” @ 2080 N. Palm Canyon from 4 – 6 PM. Bring a $10 donation @ the door. Food, drinks w/ heaters. Bring your friendly, leased doggies. Menu for doggies AND people. All money goes to Animal Samaritans.
2. Sat., Ap., 26 “Caterday” Breakfast AND Bingo @ the Rowan in the Sky Ballroom. $40. FREE breakfasts, bingo card. 9 AM to 11:30. Limited seating.
3. Sat., Bingo @ Dicks in Palm Springs from 2 to 4 PM.
4. First Sat., every month; Adoption. 11 AM – 1 PM Pet Smart on Monterey in Palm Desert.
– REPORT on the Adoption fees are $90 for kitties and $250. for puppies.
– REPORT that volunteers are ALWAYS NEEDED.
– REPORT on the Pet Land Place construction that is planned. www.animalsamaritans.org/capitalcampaign.
– REPORT on how they have rescued over 16,000 animals from the County Shelters. There is a full-time staff member from Animal Samaritans who helps save the pets and get them the services they need.
– (contact info; www.animalsamaritans.org and (760) 343-3477).
Valerie and Jarred
R.I.P. Robert Redford; 8.18.1936 – 9.16.2025
R.I.P. Dear Harold Matzner. 7.4.1937 – 9.4.2025
