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Home My WebLink AboutCPD038Brightside NewsletterMAR APR_02webMARCH/APRIL 2022 MCCALLUM PRESENTS UNIQUE DANCE EXPERIENCE PUBLIC ART FILM SERIES CONCLUDES GET CITY NEWS IN YOUR INBOX CELEBRATE EARTH DAY BY RECYCLING LANTERNS AGLOW AT LIVING DESERT CITY SEEKS COMMISSION MEMBERS WILDFLOWER FESTIVAL CELEBRATES SPRING HOME IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM AVAILABLE A PUBLICATION OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT The season’s most scintillating happening – Fashion Week El Paseo – returns to Palm Desert, March 19 to 26, bringing even more style and sophistication to the desert’s most fashionable address. Celebrating 15 years of style in 2022, this week-long extravaganza and its famous red carpet will once again illuminate the Gardens on El Paseo with top designers showcasing their newest collections along with fresh ideas from emerging talents. Whether you are a serious stylist or a fledgling fashionista, Fashion Week El Paseo offers something for everyone including runway shows, cocktail receptions, trunk shows, celebrity meet-and-greets, and much more. This year’s highlights include designer Trina Turk’s opening-night runway show; local favorite and celebrity designer Michael Costello unveiling his latest creations; the debut collections designed by 10 outstanding recent graduates of the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandise; and a runway finale featuring the romantic, multifaceted creations of Amsterdam–based designer Edwin Oudshoorn. Fashion Week is accompanied by the annual Palm Desert Food & Wine, March 25 to 27. This fun and festive event attracts foodies, wine lovers, celebrity chefs and sommeliers for three extraordinary days of fabulous food and premium wine tasting on El Paseo. A portion of the proceeds benefit Friends of the James Beard Foundation. This year’s list of culinary celebrities features some of the nation’s top chefs, including Curtis Stone, Carla Hall, Jamie Gwen, Gail Gand, Zac Young, Fabio Viviani, Paulette Goto, Afrim Pristine, and more. Fashion Week El Paseo and Palm Desert Food & Wine will follow all applicable State and County health guidelines in place at the time of their events, including requiring guests to show proof of COVID- 19 vaccination or a negative COVID test within 48 hours prior to entry. For additional information and a complete list of requirements, please visit each event’s website. FOOD AND FASHION EVENTS SHINE A SPOTLIGHT ON EL PASEO FASHION WEEK EL PASEO – MARCH 19 to 26 Tickets and information: fashionweekelpaseo.com or 888-596-1027 PALM DESERT FOOD & WINE – MARCH 25 to 27 Tickets and information: palmdesertfoodandwine.com or 888-596-1027 The need for blood donations continues to be acute. You can help by donating at the LifeStream blood drive hosted by the City of Palm Desert on Wednesday, March 9 from 8 a.m. to 12 noon. The LifeStream Bloodmobile will be located at Palm Desert City Hall, 73510 Fred Waring Drive. Information and appointments: 800-879-4484 or LStream.org Be inspired at the 30th Annual Senior Inspiration Awards Luncheon on Thursday, March 31. The event at the Fantasy Springs Resort Special Events Center will recognize 11 outstanding Coachella Valley seniors including one from each of the Valley’s nine cities. Ricardo Loretta is Palm Desert’s 2022 honoree. Tickets and information: 760-863-8211 or seniorinspirationawards.org Residents who wish to report a problem with a short-term vacation rental are encouraged to call Code Compliance during business hours (8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Friday) at 760-346-0611 or call the City’s Short-Term Rental Hotline at 760-862-6900. To report issues after 1 a.m., please call the Palm Desert Police Department at 760-836-3215. Grow, an intriguing new dance performance featuring 10 members of the critically acclaimed contemporary dance company, Backhausdance, and 30 local high school students, will take place at The Gardens on El Paseo on Sunday, March 6 at 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. The performance captures the unique possibilities offered by The Gardens on El Paseo to create a dynamic movement experience. The dance happens in multiple places, lasts about 30 minutes, and can be viewed from all sides of the Center Lawn, including the second level. The audience can expect fluid boundaries between dancers and visitors—those who come specifically to watch and those who might discover it unfolding as they come to shop, dine, or enjoy the outdoor mall. Grow is the result of this year’s East Valley Dance Project, an outreach project of the Palm Desert Choreography Festival at the McCallum Theatre. The project, now celebrating 15 years, provides students at Desert Mirage and Coachella Valley high schools with powerful opportunities to experience and explore the art form of dance, develop life skills, and engage in partnerships with McCallum Theatre Education and Backhausdance. Performances of Grow are free to the public and promise to captivate young and old. For additional information, contact McCallum Education Program Manager Joanna Fookes at jfookes@mccallum-theatre.org or call 760-776-6195. Photo: Adrien Padilla, Dancers: Ellen Akashi and Samuel DeAngelo, Backhausdance In the weeks to come, the City of Palm Desert will expand its means to keep its residents up to date on what’s happening in our community. The latest city news updates, top event listings, photos, videos and more will be sent to residents and other interested parties who sign up to receive emails that are tailored to meet their needs. While the City has long used email newsletters as a means to send out Council Meeting updates and Palm Desert event listings, the range of topics will be broadened to include general City news updates as well as targeted alerts. An example of one such alert would be Fireworks Notifications, which may be of interest to pet owners or other individuals who may be impacted by loud noises. Now there’s no reason to miss out on all the latest e-news from Palm Desert. To opt in to one or more of these enhanced email offerings, visit cityofpalmdesert.org/ newsletters newsletter and indicate which topics you’d like to hear about. The 2022 Palm Desert Public Art Documentary Film Series continues on March 16 with a free screening of M.C. Escher – Journey to Infinity. The film tells the story of world- famous Dutch graphic artist M.C. Escher (1898 – 1972) and is equal parts history, psychology, and psychedelia. The film examines Escher’s legacy through his own words, including excerpts from lectures and correspondence plus a look at Escher’s woodcuts, lithographs, and other print works. The popular series of free public art- themed documentary films concludes on April 20 with Waste Land. Filmed over nearly three years, the film follows renowned artist Vik Muniz as he journeys to Rio de Janeiro and the world’s largest garbage dump, Jardim Gramacho, where he encounters and photographs an eclectic band of “catadores”—self- designated pickers of recyclable materials. The 2022 documentary film series is presented by the City of Palm Desert Public Art Department and the University of California, Riverside Palm Desert Center. Films screen in the auditorium at UCR Palm Desert, 75080 Frank Sinatra Drive, with moderated discussion on the third Wednesday of the month, February through April, at 6 p.m. Admission is free, registration is required, and proof of vaccination or negative COVID test is required to attend. Additional protocols may be required. For more information and reservations, please call 760-834-0800 or register online at palmdesert.ucr.edu. Daylight Saving Time Begins March 13 FIRST DAY OF SPRING March 20 César Chávez Day March 31 Annual Clean Up Day April 16 EARTH DAY April 22 Dates to Remember FILM SERIES CONCLUDES WITH FASCINATING DOCUMENTARIES UNIQUE DANCE EXPERIENCE UNFOLDS AT THE GARDENS GET CITY NEWS DELIVERED TO YOUR INBOX MARCH & APRIL 2022 ARTISTS CENTER AT THE GALEN 72567 Highway 111 760-565-6130 Wednesday – Sunday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. artistscouncil.com The Artists Center at the Galen is operated by the Artists Council, an independent non-profit organization that promotes the art and artists of the Coachella Valley by offering a robust program of exhibitions, classes, lectures, and more. Upcoming Exhibitions 2022 Artists Council Exhibition (ACE): Continues through Sunday, March 27 Coachella Valley Watercolor Society Exhibition: Friday, April 1 – Sunday, April 3 Young Artists Exhibition: Saturday, April 9 – Sunday, May 15 Events Desert Baroque Concert Series Italy and England – Renaissance Origins: Friday, March 4 A Golden Trio – Telemann, Bach & Handel: Friday, March 11 Johann Sebastian Bach and His Illustrious Sons: Friday, March 18 Capturing the Clavisimbalum: Friday, March 25 Workshops Mixing It Up – Abstract Collage & Mixed Media: Friday, March 4 and 11 Art Bootcamp for Absolute Beginners: Saturday, March 5 Embracing a Creative Life, a Health & Wellness Art Workshop: Wednesday, March 9 and April 13 Haiku Watercolor and Words: Saturday, March 19 Intuitive Alchemy: Saturday, March 26 Watercolor, Words & Mosaic: Saturday, April 16 Information and tickets: artistscouncil.com CITY OF PALM DESERT Palm Desert Civic Center 73510 Fred Waring Drive 760-346-0611 www.DiscoverPalmDesert.com www.cityofpalmdesert.org Open Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Visitor Services 760-568-1441 Short Term Rental Hotline 760-862-6900 Code Compliance Hotline 760-776-6360 Report Graffiti 760-776-6450 Palm Desert Police Department Call 911 for emergencies Non-emergencies: 760-836-1600 Palm Desert In Touch Get information on City meetings, parks, trails, and public art, plus identify issues including graffiti and code violations and report them directly to City staff. Information: cityofpalmdesert.org/intouch Engage Palm Desert The City’s civic engagement platform allows residents a chance to ask questions, share comments, and contribute ideas on City projects. Here’s what’s new this month: Doing Business in Palm Desert Organics Recycling Let’s Discuss North Palm Desert Census Redistricting Redistribución de Distritos por Resultados del Censo CSUSB PALM DESERT CAMPUS 37500 Cook Street 760-341-2883 pdc.csusb.edu Educational Programs Bachelor’s and master’s degrees, a doctorate in educational leadership, teaching credentials and certificates. New programs include Hospitality Management, Entrepreneurship, and Cybersecurity. Information: csusb.edu/pdc/our-programs Mature Adult Programs The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) offers non- credit, university-level courses for adults age 50+. Experience all the fun of learning with no homework, no tests, and no grades. Membership also includes fun events, interest groups and travel opportunities. Information: csusb.edu/OLLI or 909-537-8270 A Taste of Spain Sunday, March 13, 5 p.m. JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa An evening of sangria, tapas, flamenco music and more, benefiting hospitality management students. Tickets and information: Regina Garrison at 909-537-8221 or rgarriso@csusb.edu Sponsorships: Joseph Tormey at 909-537-8213 or Joseph.Tormey@csusb.edu Campus Organizations Join the Cal State University Associates and enjoy monthly educational and enlightening speaker events throughout the season. Membership dues support campus scholarships. Information: CalStateUniversityAssociates.com COACHELLA VALLEY ANIMAL CAMPUS 72050 Pet Land Place, Thousand Palms 760-343-3644 rcdas.org Services include animal adoption and licensing. DESERT RECREATION DISTRICT Palm Desert Community Center 43900 San Pablo Avenue 760-568-9697 myrecreationdistrict.com Monday – Friday, 6 a.m. – 9 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Closed Sundays Spring into Fun Camp Monday, April 18 – Friday, April 22, 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. Ages 5 – 13 Fee: $110 per camper per week, or $25 daily drop-in fee Campers will learn new skills and build self- esteem through sports, activities, creative arts, and group games, all carried out under the watchful eye of camp staff. Palm Desert Resident Cards City residents who would like to get a new or renewed Palm Desert Resident Card may visit the community center during business hours with the necessary documentation. (California ID or Driver’s License, plus a utility bill with a Palm Desert address). More information: cityofpalmdesert. org/departments/special-programs/ desert-willow-golf-resort Golf Center at Palm Desert Home of the First Tee of the Coachella Valley youth golf program includes 9-hole par three course, driving range with chipping and putting greens, foot golf, and more. 74945 Sheryl Avenue 760-779-1877 golfcenterpd.com DESERT ROSE SOCIETY desertrosesociety.com The Desert Rose Society prunes the Rose Garden at Civic Center Park. Scan the QR code found on the sign in the rose garden to bring up a map identifying the varieties. DESERT SANDS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT 47950 Dune Palms Road, La Quinta 760-777-4200 dsusd.us DSUSD schools will be closed for spring break from Monday, April 18 – Friday, April 22. DESERT WILLOW GOLF RESORT 38995 Desert Willow Drive 760-346-0015 desertwillow.com Visit their website for current hours Dining The Terrace at Desert Willow Golf Resort Open daily for breakfast and lunch. Information: desertwillow.com/TheTerrace Easter Sunday Brunch Gather with family and friends at Desert Willow Golf Resort on Easter Sunday, April 17, to indulge in an extravagant buffet. Seatings are available every half hour from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Menu and pricing: desertwillow.com/Easter Golf Enjoy award-winning championship golf at Desert Willow Golf Resort. Contact the pro shop or go online to book your tee times. Information: 760-346-7060, ext. 1 or desertwillow.com/teetimes Golf Schools at The Palm Desert Golf Academy Individual Golf Instruction Make an appointment with a Palm Desert Golf Academy professional to have a comprehensive swing evaluation and a customized plan that will achieve results. Reservations: clients.uschedule.com/ desertwillow/booking Signature Golf Schools A unique approach made up of full swing/short game analysis, proper diagnosis, purposeful situational practice, and expert on-course instruction. Two-Day Schools $899 per person Thursday – Friday, March 24 – 25, or March 31 – April 1 Three-Day School $1,349 per person Thursday – Saturday, April 28 – 30 Information and registration: desertwillow.com/GolfSchools Mastering the Short Game One Day School – $299 per person Learn the scoring skills required to improve your golf game and lower your scores on the course. Schools are held from 8:45 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Monday, March 7; Saturday, March 19; and Saturday, April 9 Information: desertwillow.com/shortgame EISENHOWER MEMORY CARE CENTER 42201 Beacon Hill, Suite A 760-836-0232 eisenhowerhealth.org Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Adult Day Center offering respite care for families caring for cognitively impaired adults, while providing a safe, engaging environment to those with impairments. COLLEGE OF THE DESERT 43500 Monterey Avenue 760-346-8041 collegeofthedesert.edu COD Street Fair Open every Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Information: 760-636-7957 or codaastreetfair.com LIR (Learning in Retirement) LIR’s Spring Semester runs from February 28 – April 8 and will offer 26 classes: 14 on ZOOM and 12 in their College of the Desert classrooms at the mall. Students can take up to five different courses per week for a total cost of just $45. Information & registration: lirpalmdesert.com COD Veterans Resource Center 760-773-2536 Monday – Thursday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Provides critical services for veterans and their dependents to support their success, retention, and educational needs. CREATE CENTER FOR THE ARTS 73600 Alessandro Drive 760-834-8318 createcentercv.org Tuesday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. CREATE Center for the Arts provides instruction, resources, and space for artists to create together. Classes, workshops, open studio hours, and one-on-one instruction are available to artists of all ages and experience levels. Exhibitions and Events Wall of Small Community Art Exhibition: Tuesday, March 1 – Thursday, March 31 Desert Open Studio Tours: Saturday and Sunday, March 12 – 13, and March 19 – 20 Blind Pig Experience Friday, April 8, 5 – 9 p.m. Sensory Play Saturdays for ages 0 – 5 March 12 and April 9, 10 – 11 a.m. FAMILY YMCA OF THE DESERT 43930 San Pablo Avenue 760-341-9622 ymcaofthedesert.org Call for hours of operation Spring Break Camp Ages 5 - 12 Monday, April 18 – Friday, April 22, 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m Fee: $180 At the Y’s Spring Break Camp, each day is packed with the perfect amount of activities and fun. Children will make new friends, play exciting games, and participate in activities in a structured and nurturing environment. Floor Hockey Ages 6 - 13 Beginning in April; days and times vary. Take your best shot and discover how fun and exciting playing floor hockey can be with the Y! The Y’s programs maximize the fun by including an exciting mix of instruction, drills, and games to develop the fundamental floor hockey skills of dribbling, passing, shooting, defending, and goal keeping. Y Rookies T-Ball Ages: 3 - 5 Saturdays, March 19 – May 14; 8:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Fee: $110 Kids learn the fundamentals of baseball in a non-competitive environment by playing games and running drills. Program information: ymcaofthedesert.org or 760-341-9622 Afterschool Childcare Program sites: Adams, Carter, Reagan, Amelia Earhart, and Ford Elementary Schools Information and registration: ymcaofthedesert.org/school-age-childcare/ Jean Benson Child Development Center 75433 Orange Blossom Lane 760-836-3336 Information: ymcaofthedesert.org/jean- benson-child-development-center/ THE GARDENS ON EL PASEO 73545 El Paseo 760-862-1990 thegardensonelpaseo.com Gardens Concert Series One-hour concerts take place on Saturdays at 6 p.m. on the center lawn in front of Saks Fifth Avenue. Pulp Vixen (80s, 90s & Today) benefiting Bianca Rae Foundation: March 5 John Stanley King (Classic Rock) benefiting Family YMCA of the Desert: March 12 Hop Into Spring Saturday, April 9, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Hop into Spring features photos with the Easter Bunny, with the $15 cost benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Desert. Reservations required. Information: thegardensonelpaseo.com/events HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF PALM DESERT & FIREHOUSE MUSEUM 72861 El Paseo 760-346-6588 hspd.org Friday – Monday, 11:00 a.m. – 3 p.m. The Historical Society’s Friday Night Lecture Series continues on the third Friday of each month from 6 – 8 p.m. at the Portola Community Center. Check their website for program details. JOSLYN CENTER 73750 Catalina Way 760-340-3220 joslyncenter.org Please call or visit Joslyn’s website for the latest information including hours of operation. Safety protocols may be in place. Special Event 12th Annual Joslyn in Bloom Runway Fashion Show & Luncheon Wednesday, April 13, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage Sparkling wine reception, silent auction, luncheon, fashion show, and awards ceremony. Tickets: 760-340-3220 or joslyncenter.org/fundraising-events/ On-site Programs Yoga, balance conditioning, bingo and bridge lessons, Tai Chi, quilting, table tennis, knitting, health lectures, technology tutoring, attorney consultation, Mah Jongg, canasta, movie matinee, tap dancing, painting, and more. Virtual Programs Monthly lectures with Eisenhower Health, book club, Spanish lessons, and more. Information and registration: joslyncenter.org/virtualprograms Wellness Programs Programs include Problem Solving Strategies, Brain Boot Camp, Aging Mastery Program, and Grief Recovery Method Program. Wellness information and registration: Contact Esmeralda at 760-340-3220, ext. 117 or esmeraldac@joslyncenter.org Nutrition Programs Meals on Wheels The Joslyn Center’s Meals on Wheels program provides healthful meals to seniors in Palm Desert, Sun City Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, and Indian Wells who are unable to shop or cook for themselves. Information: 760-340-3220, ext. 110 Penny’s Pantry Community Food Bank First and third Fridays, 7:30 – 9:30 a.m. Providing non-perishable food and fresh produce to low-income seniors. THE LIVING DESERT 47900 Portola Avenue 760-346-5694 livingdesert.org Daily 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Last admission 4 p.m. Australian Adventures Experience the world down under at this immersive habitat where wallabies roam freely and budgies fly above. Rhino Savanna The new Rhino Savanna is home to a pair of black rhinos, Jaali and Nia. The expansive multi-species and state-of-the art habitat highlights twelve species and transports guests right to their own African safari. Giraffe Feeding Daily 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. $6 members/$8 non-members with paid park admission Private Safari Tours Two-hour guided tours with private shuttle. Advanced reservations required. Information: livingdesert.org/tours Special Events Wild Times Zoobilee Gala Saturday, March 5 The 29th Annual Zoobilee Gala will celebrate these Wild Times and feature a cocktail reception, live auction, dinner, and program. Tickets: livingdesert.org/gala. Glow in the Park Sunday, March 27 – Friday, April 29 6:30 – 10:00 p.m. Please see article elsewhere in this issue Spring ZooCamp Monday, April 18 – Friday, April 22; 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. An engaging, fun, and memorable camp experience for children ages 5 – 10. ZooCamp offers budding naturalists exclusive encounters and adventures, along with STEM-based curriculum. Advanced registration: livingdesert.org PALM DESERT PUBLIC LIBRARY 73300 Fred Waring Drive 760-346-6552 rivlib.net Open Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Friday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday, 1 – 5 p.m. Closed Sunday, April 17 Programs are subject to change. Sunday Sounds in the Park Concert Series Palm Desert Civic Park Amphitheater Free concerts presented in partnership with Desert Recreation District. The Swing Kittens: Sunday, March 6, 2:00 p.m. Francesca Amari: Sunday, March 20, 2:00 p.m. Michael Gagliardi: Sunday, April 3, 2:00 p.m. Museum of the Month Community Room – Palm Desert Library New series introducing you to the cultural institutions in our Coachella Valley. La Quinta Museum: Tuesday, March 8, 2:00 p.m. April program to be announced Reservations: 760-346-6552 ext. 8112 Book Clubs Please visit rivlib.net for additional book club information and Zoom links. Diverse Book Club – via Zoom January: The Deep by Rivers Solomon February: Let’s Talk About Love by Claire Kann Miss Stephanie’s Virtual Storytimes Live on Facebook every Tuesday Preschool: 10:30 a.m. School Age: 11:30 a.m. Non-Fiction: 12:00 noon Día de Los Niños (Children’s Day) Community Room and Children’s Area Wednesday April 20, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m., and 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Crafts, games, and book giveaway. Veterans Resource Center Information and referrals for anyone who has served in the military. Information: 760-346-6552 SANTA ROSA & SAN JACINTO MTNSNAT’L MONUMENT VISITOR CENTER 51500 Highway 74 760-862-9984 DesertMountains.org Check desertmountains.org/calendar for events and updates. Coachella Valley Wildflower Festival Save the date: Saturday, March 5, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Palm Desert Civic Center Park Please see article elsewhere in this issue. Interpretative Guided Hikes Randall Henderson Trail: Thursdays in March and April, 8:30 – 11:00 a.m. Art Smith Trail: Thursdays in March and April, 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. Salton Sea Birding Bus Tour Friday, April 22, 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Located 226 feet below sea level, the Salton Sea is a temporary home to heavy bird migrations. Join birder Kurt Leuschner in search of this rich and varied birdlife. Birding Walk Abouts Every Wednesday in March and April from 8:00 – 10:00 a.m. at Desert Willow Golf Resort. Wildlife Photography 101 Thursday, March 10, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Avenida Palm Desert, 40445 Portola Avenue A Local History of the Civilian Conservation Corps Thursday, March 17, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Avenida Palm Desert, 40445 Portola Avenue Information and registration for all events: DesertMountains.org/calendar or call 760-862-9984 WARING INTERNATIONALPIANO COMPETITION www.vwipc.org The 2021 Senior Division of the Waring International Piano Competition, delayed by one year because of public health concerns, has been rescheduled for April. Preliminary rounds and solo finals: College of the Desert’s Pollock Theater, Sunday, April 10 – Friday, April 15 Concerto Finals with the Waring Festival Orchestra: McCallum Theatre, Monday, April 18, 6 p.m. UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIARIVERSIDE/PALM DESERT CAMPUS 75080 Frank Sinatra Drive 760-834-0800 palmdesert.ucr.edu UCR AGING INITIATIVE Wednesday, March 30, 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 27, 6 p.m. The UCR Aging Initiative brings together intellectually diverse researchers to explore every facet of aging and its effects on individuals and society. This virtual series hosted by UCR Palm Desert will include presentations from researchers on the brain and aging, followed by a Q&A. Information: aging.ucr.edu/ UCR OSHER UCR Osher classes are for curious people age 50 and over. Courses cover a broad range of topics, including art, literature, music, cinema, government, politics, history, and science. The spring quarter runs from April 1 to June 30. Information: palmdesert.ucr.edu/welcome-ucr-osher MCCALLUM THEATRE 73000 Fred Waring Drive 760-340-ARTS (2787) mccallumtheatre.com Visit the McCallum Theatre’s website for information on their entire season, including these March and April highlights: Teatro Lirico D’Europa – The Barber of Seville Thursday, March 3 Melissa Etheridge: One Way Out Tour Tuesday, March 29 – Wednesday, March 30 Beautiful: The Carole King Musical Friday, April 1 – Sunday April 3 Celtic Thunder: Ireland Friday, April 8 David Feherty: Off Tour! Wandering Around on His Own Friday, April 22 – Saturday, April 23 Information and Tickets: 760-340-2787 or mccallumtheatre.com PALM DESERT AQUATIC CENTER 73751 Magnesia Falls Drive 760-565-7467 pdpool.com Check website for hours of operation PALM DESERT AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 72559 Highway 111 760-346-6111 pdacc.org State of the City Luncheon Wednesday, March 30, 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort Information: pdacc.org Based on the combined success of its annual WildLights display and 2021’s WildLights of Spring, The Living Desert is back this year with a new immersive experience: Glow in the Park—A Spring Lantern Festival. Glow in the Park is not only brand-new and visually stunning, but also a larger- than-life experience. This extraordinary evening event will feature over 60 large-scale sculptures covered in silk and illuminated from within. Intricate and colorful, these awe- inspiring lantern creations feature animals and landscapes representing wild places from around the globe. Don’t miss this chance to watch the desert come alive with spectacular installations that will delight people of all ages. The event runs nightly from Sunday, March 27 – Friday, April 29, 6:30 – 10:00 p.m. Advanced tickets are required. Ticket prices are Adults $19.95; Members $17.95; Children (ages 3-12) $16.95; Child under 3 free. For more information and tickets visit livingdesert.org/GlowinthePark For decades, the City of Palm Desert has been a leader in sustainable environmental policies. With Earth Day approaching on April 22, we offer the following tips that may help you find ways to adapt environmentally friendly practices in your own daily life. The City of Palm Desert is hosting a used oil recycling event on Saturday, March 5, from 9 a.m. to noon that gives Palm Desert residents a convenient way to safely dispose of their used oil and oil filters. The event will take place at AutoZone, located at 73605 Highway 111. Workers at the event will accept up to five gallons of used oil per vehicle. Participants who turn in a used oil filter will receive a free one of equal or lesser value (limit two per household). All participants will receive a free shop rag and funnel while supplies last. Have old computers, televisions, or cell phones lying around? You can easily and conveniently donate your old and broken electronics to Desert Arc for recycling. Just call 760-404-1370 for more information. Another helpful way to support sustainability is to learn more about the City’s efforts to meet the State of California’s SB 1383 organics recycling mandate. For more on this timely topic, visit engagepalmdesert.com/organics- recycling. On a related note, composting is a great way to love the earth since many of your food scraps can go straight into a compost bin. Learn more by attending a free, virtual composting workshop online at rcwaste.org/classes. The City of Palm Desert will wrap up its Earth Day-related events with the annual Neighborhood Clean-Up on Saturday, April 16. For more information about the Clean-Up and how you can participate, please see the enclosed flyer or call Burrtec Waste & Recycling Services at 760-340-2113. To learn more about recycling, “what goes where,” and what you can do to protect our environment, please visit PalmDesertRecycles.com. One of the many things that make Palm Desert a uniquely wonderful place is its involved citizenry, who give generously of their time and talents to serve our community. More than 100 volunteers serve on Palm Desert’s standing committees, commissions, and boards, and the City is currently seeking applications from citizens who wish to join them. Covering subject matter ranging from marketing and finance to cultural resources and parks, the City’s advisory boards develop recommendations that are reflective of the community and provide councilmembers and staff with perspectives to make decisions that will enrich Palm Desert. The complete list of City boards and links to their individual webpages can be found at cityofpalmdesert.org/our-city/committees-and-commissions. With few exceptions, advisory board members must reside in Palm Desert. Certain advisory boards may also require specific experience in a technical field or have other qualifying criteria. Residents who meet the eligibility requirements are encouraged to apply for positions which interest them. Applications are welcome year-round, with interviews and appointments occurring annually in May or June. To get started, complete the electronic application found at cityofpalmdesert. primegov.com/public/committees and submit it along with two references. If you have questions regarding advisory boards, please contact the Palm Desert City Clerk’s Office at 760-776-6487 or cityclerk@cityofpalmdesert.org. CELEBRATE EARTH DAY BY REMEMBERING TO REDUCE, REUSE, AND RECYCLE CITY SEEKS COMMITTEE AND COMMISSION MEMBERS DRAMATIC LANTERN EXHIBIT SETS LIVING DESERT AGLOW ECRWSS Resident and/or Business Palm Desert, CA PRESORTED STANDARD US Postage PAID Palm Desert, CA Permit No. 160 73510 Fred Waring Drive Palm Desert, CA 92260 Phone 760-346-0611 Email info@cityofpalmdesert.org Websites www.discoverpalmdesert.com www.cityofpalmdesert.org n Watch City Council meetings live online at www.cityofpalmdesert.org on the 2nd and 4th Thursday each month at 4 p.m. n City Council Jan Harnik Mayor Sabby Jonathan Mayor Pro Tem Kathleen Kelly Gina Nestande Karina Quintanilla MARCH/APRIL 2022 Celebrating its 15th year of promoting recreation and the beautiful outdoors, the Coachella Valley Wildflower Festival returns to Palm Desert’s Civic Center Park on Saturday, March 5, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Presented by Friends of the Desert Mountains, the festival features great wildflower displays and educational exhibits plus vendors and local artisans selling their wares. There will be an interactive Kids’ Zone including a climbing wall, a Safety Fair, and much more. A variety of food and beverages will be available for purchase, and adults can enjoy a beer and wine garden. Live music performances will add just the right note to the event, as well. In addition to the in-person event on March 5, Friends of Desert Mountains plans to offer fun virtual options as well, including their popular 30x30x30 challenge and Wildflower Wednesday livestreams continuing throughout March. The Coachella Valley Wildflower Festival is free to the public, but with its raffles and silent auction items, the event raises funds to help support the Friends’ work in protecting and preserving the area’s land resources. Civic Center Park is located at 43900 San Pablo Avenue, Palm Desert. For more information about the Wildflower Festival, visit desertmountains.org or call 760-568-9918. CELEBRATES SPRINGWILDFLOWER FESTIVAL Lower-income homeowners with homes that need emergency repairs are encouraged to apply for the City of Palm Desert’s Home Improvement Program. Examples of the types of repairs that could be eligible for assistance under the program include emergency water damage repairs, water heater replacement, and repairs to damaged roofs. If you own your own home, think you might qualify for the program, and would like more information, please contact the City’s Finance Department at 760-346-0611 ext. 349 or email pleon@cityofpalmdesert.org. HOME IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM HELPS LOWER INCOME HOMEOWNERS