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Home My WebLink AboutBrightside Community Info MayJune 2024MAY AND JUNE 2024 ARTISTS CENTER AT THE GALEN 72567 Highway 111 760-565-6130 artistscouncil.com Wednesday – Sunday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Upcoming Exhibitions: Casting Shadows: Dimensional Art Show and Sale May 15 – June 9 Fun + Games Show and Sale June 12 – June 30 Workshops: Life Drawing with a Live Model Sundays, May 5 and 19, June 2, 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Acrylic Painting with Diane Morgan Thursdays in May, 1 – 3:30 p.m. Fridays in May, 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Watercolor With Diane Morgan Fridays in May, 1 – 3:30 p.m. Critique Group Second Thursday of the month, 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. For details and to purchase tickets for events, exhibitions and workshops, and to learn more about the Artists Council, visit: artistscouncil.com CSUSB PALM DESERT CAMPUS 37500 Cook Street 760-341-2883 pdc.csusb.edu Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Summer Hours begin Monday, June 3 Monday – Thursday, 7 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Closed Friday Educational Programs Bachelor’s and master’s degrees, teaching credentials, and certificates. New programs include Hospitality Management, Entrepreneurship, Cybersecurity, Social Work, Kinesiology, and Child Development. Information: csusb.edu/pdc/our-programs CITY OF PALM DESERT Palm Desert Civic Center 73510 Fred Waring Drive 760-346-0611 Open Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. palmdesert.gov DiscoverPalmDesert.com Visitor Services 760-568-1441 Short Term Rental Hotline 760-862-6900 Code Enforcement Hotline 760-776-6360 Report Graffiti 760-340-5776 Palm Desert Police Department Emergencies: Call 911 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: palmdesert.gov/intouch EngagePalmDesert.com The City’s civic engagement platform allows residents a chance to ask questions, share comments, and contribute ideas on City projects. 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: www.csusb.edu/OLLI or call 909-537-8270 Campus Organizations Join the Cal State University Associates, a premiere organization of campus supporters. Enjoy educational and enlightening speaker events throughout the season. The majority of membership dues support student scholarships. Learn more: CalStateUniversityAssociates.com COACHELLA VALLEY ANIMAL CAMPUS 72050 Pet Land Place, Thousand Palms 760-343-3644 rcdas.org Services include animal adoption and licensing. COLLEGE OF THE DESERT 43500 Monterey Avenue 760-346-8041 collegeofthedesert.edu Street Fair Saturdays and Sundays, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m., October – May Information: 760-636-7957 or codaastreetfair.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. DESERT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY 75080 Frank Sinatra Drive DesertHorticulturalSociety.org admin@deserthorticulturalsociety.org Friday Night Lectures Portola Community Center, 6 p.m. May 17: Linda Castro with CalWild. Topics include the Chuckwalla National Monument, and soldiers’ correspondence from the Desert Training Center during WWII. The museum will be closed for the summer starting June 1. JOSLYN CENTER 73750 Catalina Way 760-340-3220 JoslynCenter.org Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Sunday, 3 – 5 p.m. Sunday Cabaret Series Sundays through May 26, 3 – 5 p.m., doors open at 2:30 p.m. Arthur Newman Theater Onsite Programs Exercise classes, bridge, bingo, indoor pickleball, canasta, pinochle, mah-jongg, Scrabble, quilting, knitting, painting, table tennis, lawn bowling, art classes, New Joslyn Singers, Joslyn Strummers ukulele group, Joslyn Singles, virtual book club, HI-CAP Q&A and more. Information: JoslynCenter.org/Programs or call 760-340-3220 Onsite Programs with our Partners Braille Institute/low vision classes, First Foundation Fraud Prevention, Eisenhower Health lectures, Health Expos, JFS Let’s Do Lunch, and more. Information: 760-340-3220 Joslyn Wellness Center Programs Free and low-cost programs include Go4Life®, Aging Mastery Program®, Brain Boot Camp, Problem-Solving Strategies, Mindful Living, Bereavement Group, free Fitness Center, and more. Some programs have a $5 fee. Information: Alex Garcia at 760-895-4656 or AlexG@JoslynCenter.org Nutrition Programs Meals on Wheels: Providing healthy meals Monday – Friday to seniors in Palm Desert, Sun City Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, and Indian Wells. Thursday delivery of frozen meals for weekends also available. Information: JoslynCenter.org/Meals-On- Wheels-and-Pennys-Pantry or contact Bob Elias at 760-895-4635 or BobE@JoslynCenter.org Penny’s Pantry Community Food Bank: First and third Fridays, 7:30 – 9:30 a.m. Fresh produce and non-perishable food for low- income seniors. Farmers’ Market: Second and fourth Fridays, 9 – 10:30 a.m. (or until depleted). Free, fresh produce provided by FIND Food Bank. Spring Health and Wellness Fair May 29 Medical seminars, glucose screenings, blood pressure tests, opportunity drawings, and more. Visit: JoslynCenter.org THE LIVING DESERT ZOO AND GARDENS 47900 Portola Ave. 760-346-5694 www.LivingDesert.org May 1 – 31, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Last admission 4 p.m.) June 1 – September 30, 7:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. (Last admission 12:30 p.m.) Tours and Experiences Giraffe Feeding May 1 – 31, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. June 1 – September 30, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Additional fee with paid park admission. Giraffe feeding gives guests a one-on-one encounter with these graceful giants. Rhino Encounter May 1 – 31, 8:30 a.m. June 1 – September 30, 8 a.m. Additional fee with paid park admission. This special opportunity offers guests the chance to meet a black rhino. Reservations recommended. Private Safari Tours Daily two-hour guided morning tour, with private shuttle and Giraffe feeding. Reservations required. For pricing and details, visit: LivingDesert.org Hoppy Hour Tuesdays and Thursdays through May 31, 3 – 5 p.m. New at Kookaburra Café, join us for exclusive Hoppy Hour appetizers and 50% off the entire bar menu! Special Programs Spring and Summer Zoo Camp Spring Camp: May 27, registration now open. Summer Camp: select days, June 12 – August 1, registration now open. ZooCampers learn about wildlife through STEM activities, arts and crafts, up-close animal encounters, and more. Visit: LivingDesert.org/ ZooCamp LEARNING IN RETIREMENT The Shops at Palm Desert lirpalmdesert@gmail.com lirpalmdesert.com MCCALLUM THEATRE 73000 Fred Waring Drive 760-340-ARTS (2787) McCallumTheatre.org New Season on Sale! Tickets for all 2024-2025 season shows are on sale now, including a roster of six Broadway musicals, jazz, classical comedy, and tribute shows, along with a few surprises. Tickets: McCallumTheatre.org The Boy who Cried Wolf by Tutti Frutti Productions May 11, 2 p.m. A gifted ensemble of actor/musicians embody delightful characters, including hilarious sheep, and perhaps a scary wolf or two! Tickets are only $15 for this family event, fees included. Wanda Sykes June 5 and 6, 7:30 p.m. The Emmy Award-winning stand-up comic, writer, actress and producer brings her unique brand of comedy to the desert, taking on everything from politics to marriage and parenting. Samara Joy June 15, 8 p.m. The 23-year old three-time Grammy winner has already established herself as the next jazz singing sensation, introducing classic standards to a new generation of fans with her timeless, irresistible sound. PALM DESERT AQUATIC CENTER 73751 Magnesia Falls Drive 760-565-7467 pdpool.com Full facility rentals are available. Contact pdacprograms@desertymca.org for more information. Recreational Swim with All Attractions Open Weekends in May, Memorial Day, 10:30 a.m. Summer Swim Lessons Ages 6 months – 17 years. Registration opens May 10. Water Exercise Classes Mondays through Saturdays, various times. Registration: pdpool.com/exercise-programs Dive-In Movies Gate opens at 7:30 p.m., movie begins at sundown. May 24: Lilo & Stitch June 14: Trolls Band Together Hot Summer Nights Tuesdays in June, 7:30 – 10:30 p.m. Come to the pool at sundown and play into the night! Long course lap swimming all day on weekends. Please visit the website for hours of operation and detailed schedule information. PALM DESERT CERTIFIED FARMERS’ MARKET Palm Desert Chamber of Commerce parking lot 72559 Highway 111, Palm Desert cvcfm.org Open Wednesdays from October – May, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. PALM DESERT AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 72559 Highway 111 760-346-6111 pdacc.org Joint Chamber Mixer at the Palm Springs Air Museum May 8, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Annual event with all Valley Chambers participating. A great opportunity for Valley-wide networking and connections. Business Breakfast: Cybersecurity Edition May 14, 8 – 9:30 a.m. Cybersecurity Advisor Jake Aguiar will discuss cyber threats to small businesses, along with preparation and response steps. Putt Putt on El Paseo June 6, 4 – 6:30 p.m. Putt your way along El Paseo enjoying custom putting holes set up at a variety of businesses, complete with Sips & Savors. End your round with food and a prize presentation at the after-party. Palm Desert State of the City Address June 25, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Join us at the UCR Palm Desert Campus Auditorium to hear from Palm Desert leaders, Elected Officials and City Management, and learn about what is happening, what is coming up, and what we’re proud of in Palm Desert. For pricing and registration for all events, visit: pdacc.org PALM DESERT PUBLIC LIBRARY 73300 Fred Waring Drive 760-346-6552 PalmDesertLibrary.org Closed for renovations May 1 – June 31. The Library will re-open in July under City of Palm Desert management. Books can still be returned at the Library building, and members will be able to borrow books at one of five Little Free Libraries around Palm Desert, as well as from the mobile library vehicle. For details, visit: PalmDesertLibrary.org Little Free Libraries Take a book, leave a book! Find books, take-home activities, and special Palm Desert Library items at one of these kiosk locations around Palm Desert: Portola Community Center: 45480 Portola Ave Ironwood Park: 47800 Chia Drive Palma Village Park: 44550 San Carlos Ave University Dog Park: 74802 University Park Drive Joe Mann Park: 77810 California Drive Summer Reading Program This eight-week program will lead participants on a literary journey that will enrich and educate. Starts June 10. For details, visit: PalmDesertLibrary.org One Book/One Palm Desert – Susan Orlean Tuesday, June 18, 5:45 – 7 p.m. Join us for an engaging evening with Susan Orlean, author of The Library Book, which recounts how the Los Angeles Public Library overcame adversity after a fire devasted their building in 1986. For location and registration, visit: PalmDesertLibrary.org PEGASUS THERAPEUTIC RIDING CENTER 35-450 B Pegasus Ct 760-772-3057 PegasusRidingAcademy.org Offering therapeutic riding sessions for children and adults with special needs. Programming runs Wednesday – Saturday, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. as the weather permits. We are looking for volunteers! Information: PegasusRidingAcademy.org or call 760-772-3057. SANTA ROSA & SAN JACINTO MTNSNAT’L MONUMENT VISITOR CENTER/FRIENDS OF THE DESERT MOUNTAINS 51500 Highway 74 760-862-9984 DesertMountains.org Open Thursday – Monday, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monument Night Adventures Saturdays, May 18 and June 29, 8 p.m. Discover how the desert comes alive after dark! Do you know which animals change colors under a blacklight? Take a short walk along the Art Smith Trail basin looking for the many nocturnal creatures that inhabit our desert. PCT Northside Hwy 74 Adaptive Sports Hike Saturday, May 4, 8:30 a.m. Join SoCal Adaptive Sports and Friends of the Desert Mountains volunteer docents on a two-mile hike for persons with disabilities, their families, and friends. Reservations required: DesertMountains.org/ calendar or call 760-862-9984 Star Party at the Monument Saturdays, May 4, 7:30 p.m.; May 25, 8 p.m.; June 15, 8 p.m. The Astronomical Society of the Desert conducts direct observations of the night sky through telescopes and giant binoculars. Reservations required: DesertMountains.org/ calendar or call 760-862-9984 Star Party in the Mountains Saturdays, May 11 and June 8, 9 p.m. The Astronomical Society of the Desert conducts “sky tours” and observations of the night sky with telescopes and binoculars. Reservations required: DesertMountains.org/ calendar or call 760-862-9984 Events are subject to change. Visit: DesertMountains.org/calendar THE SHOPS AT PALM DESERT 72840 Highway 111 760-346-2121 shopsatpalmdesert.com UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIARIVERSIDE/PALM DESERT CAMPUS 75080 Frank Sinatra Drive 760-834-0800 palmdesert.ucr.edu Arts & Letters: David Martinez Wednesday, May 1, 6 p.m., UCR Palm Desert Auditorium. Writer and UCR graduate David Martinez discusses his debut memoir Bones Worth Breaking. A book signing will follow the talk. Seventh Annual BREATHE Workshop Friday, May 24, 11:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., UC Riverside Campus. This year’s workshop is themed Environmental Aerosols and Health Effects. Keynote presentations by Molly Blakowski and Kimberly Prather, PhD. Information and registration: breathe.ucr.edu UCR Osher In-person and virtual courses for lifelong learners on history, literature, natural and social sciences, fine arts, and special events. Information: palmdesert.ucr.edu/welcome- ucr-osher VARIETY – THE CHILDREN’S CHARITY OFTHE DESERT 42600 Cook Street, Ste 150 varietyofthedesert.org 760-773-9800, ext. 101 Caring Connections Program Free developmental screenings for children up to five years of age. Inclusive adaptive opportunities are available at no cost with registration required. Diaper Giveaway and Screening May 7 Families will receive free child development screenings, diapers, wipes, and educational toys, along with opportunities to learn about additional resources. Info and event times: varietyofthedesert.org 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 PLEASE NOTE: The Community Center is closed for renovations. The offices and front desk have been relocated to the Parkview Building in the Civic Center parking lot at 73710 Fred Waring Drive. Check the website for details. Tai Chi For Your Health Mondays, 12 p.m. Portola Community Center $55 per month Beginning Guitar May 15 – June 12 or June 26 – July 24, 6 p.m. Portola Community Center $80 per session Second Level Guitar May 15 – June 12 or June 26 – July 24, 7 p.m. Portola Community Center $80 per session Ballroom Swing and Salsa Lessons Wednesdays, May 8 – May 29 or June 5 – June 26, 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. Palm Desert Amphitheater $52 per session or $18 daily drop in fee Line Dancing Wednesdays, May 8 – 29 or June 5 – 28, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Palm Desert Amphitheater $43 per session or $13 daily drop in fee Youth Beginners Tennis Mondays and Fridays, May 6 – May 31 or June 3 – June 28, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Civic Center Tennis Courts $60 per session Ages 7 to 11 Youth Advanced Beginners Tennis Mondays and Fridays, May 6 – May 31 or June 3 – June 26, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Civic Center Tennis Courts $60 per session Ages 11 - 15 Youth Soccer Clinic Saturdays, May 4 – 25 or June 1 – 22, 10 – 11 a.m. Civic Center grass area behind YMCA $40 per session Ages 5 – 8 Youth Soccer Clinic Saturdays, May 4 – 25 or June 1 – 22, 9 – 10 a.m. Civic Center grass area behind YMCA $40 per session Ages 2 - 5 spectacular views of the Firecliff course. $74.99 for adults, $24.99 for children 6-12. Reservations required. Visit: DesertWillow.com/events/MothersDay City of Palm Desert Championship May 25 – 26 Showcase your skills at this prestigious two-person team event to claim the title as the City of Palm Desert Champion! $600/team for Palm Desert residents, $700/team for non-residents. Registration required. Visit: DesertWillow.com/CityChampionship FAMILY YMCA OF THE DESERT 43930 San Pablo Avenue 760-341-9622 ymcaofthedesert.org Camp Oakes June 9 – 15 Spend a week in Big Bear enjoying the fresh air and a variety of exciting activities. Ages 8 – 15. $600 registration fee. Summer Day Camps June 10 – August 23 Offering a variety of activities, games, sports, experiments, and fun! Fees vary by activity, ranging from $145 to $180. Girl’s Summer Basketball Training Fridays, July 12 – August 2 Practice footwork, shooting, and dribbling. $60 registration fee. Summer Basketball League June 17 – August 1 Games twice a week. $125 registration fee. To register for summer programs, visit: ymcaofthedesert.org Jean Benson Child Development Center 75433 Orange Blossom Lane 760-836-3336 Serving children 2 – 5 years of age by supporting their unique interests, skills, and needs. The focus is on social, emotional, physical, and language development, which form the basis of lifelong learning. Information: ymcaofthedesert.org/jean- benson-child-development-center/ THE GARDENS ON EL PASEO 73545 El Paseo 760-862-1990 thegardensonelpaseo.com HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF PALM DESERT & FIREHOUSE MUSEUM 72861 El Paseo 760-346-6588 hspd.org Open Friday – Monday, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., through May 31. Free Admission. Palm Desert Resident Cards Palm Desert Resident Cards for use at Desert Willow Golf Resort are issued by the Desert Recreation District at the Parkview Building (temporarily). Information: cityofpalmdesert.org/ departments/special-programs/desert- willow-golf-resort Golf Center at Palm Desert 74945 Sheryl Avenue 760-779-1877 golfcenterpd.com Check the website for hours. Home of the First Tee of the Coachella Valley youth golf program includes a 9-hole par three course, driving range with chipping and putting greens, foot golf, and more. DESERT ROSE SOCIETY desertrosesociety.com The Desert Rose Society holds meetings on the second Tuesday of the month at the Portola Community Center. Social starts at 4:30 p.m., followed by a short meeting and guest speaker at 5 p.m. offering advice on growing roses in the Coachella Valley. We are actively seeking new members! Visit: desertrosesociety.com DESERT SANDS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT 47950 Dune Palms Road, La Quinta 760-777-4200 dsusd.us The last day of school is Wednesday, June 5. Please take extra care as our children will be playing in local neighborhoods. Summer school for high school begins Thursday, June 10, with summer school graduation Thursday, July 18. Summer school for elementary and middle schools runs June 6 – 22. Please celebrate with the seniors of Palm Desert High School as the Class of 2024 graduates Thursday, May 30! DESERT WILLOW GOLF RESORT 38995 Desert Willow Drive 760-346-0015 desertwillow.com Visit website for current hours. Mother’s Day Brunch at The Terrace Sunday, May 12, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Treat Mom to a lavish buffet while soaking in