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Home My WebLink AboutCPD BrightSide MAYJUNE 2018THE PETTYBREAKERS DEAD WINTER CARPENTERS BLUE BREEZE BAND ALL OUR EXES LIVE IN TEXAS MAY/JUNE 2018 CALL 211 FOR INFORMATION n HELP LEAD YOUR COMMUNITY n RESTAURANT WEEK GROWING IN 2018 n COMMUNITY GALLERY EXHIBITION FEATURES INSPIRED ART n SMART TIPS FOR LIVING IN COYOTE COUNTRY n CITY OFFERS FREE SHREDDING n SUMMER FARMERS’ MARKET RETURNS TO WESTFIELD MALL n GET HELP FOR EMERGENCY REPAIRS THROUGH HOME IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM A PUBLICATION OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT First Weekend Finale Celebrates CONCERTS IN THE PARK & FOOD TRUCKS Family YMCA of the Desert will once again be leading children’s games and activities before each of the five shows. Concertgoers are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy the evening. Alcoholic beverages and smoking are prohibited. Civic Center Park is located on the northeast corner of San Pablo Avenue and Fred Waring Drive. The kickoff Spring concert is just one of the many fun events featured as part of First Weekend Palm Desert, held every first weekend of the month, November through May. For more information about First Weekend, please visit www.pdfirstweekend.com. For more information about Concerts in the Park, please call 760-346-0611, ext. 425. First Weekend Palm Desert celebrates the end of another successful season with the kick-off of free Spring Concerts in the Park featuring a fresh lineup of exciting musicians and more food trucks than ever before. The series will begin with a surprise musical act that will take the stage at the Civic Center Park Amphitheater at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 3. Music lovers who attend the first concert will have the opportunity to enjoy delectable fare from four food trucks featuring a variety of mouthwatering options while enjoying live music from a celebrated artist. The first concert is just one of five exciting musical acts that spring concertgoers will discover from 7:30 to 9 p.m. every Thursday in May. Hosted by the City with additional sponsorship from the Desert Recreation District, the Spring Concerts in the Park lineup is designed to please music lovers of all ages and tastes including: May 10 The PettyBreakers Tom Petty Tribute May 17 Dead Winter Carpenters Americana/Bluegrass May 24 Blue Breeze Band Motown/R&B May 31 All Our Exes Live in Texas Indie-Folk Be sure to catch the City’s last docent guided public art tour of the season on Saturday, May 5 from 9 to 10 a.m., with a free tour of the El Paseo Exhibition. Participants will meet at the northwest corner of El Paseo and Portola Avenue. Information: 760-346-0611, ext. 664 Save the date for fireworks, live music, and fun at the City of Palm Desert’s Independence Day Celebration at Civic Center Park on Wednesday, July 4. Information: 760-346-0611, ext. 425 Mark your calendar for July 7 when Palm Desert residents will once again have a chance to save lives and represent their community at the 9 Cities Challenge Blood Drive taking place at the Palm Desert Community Center. Information: 760-776-6380 Going out of town? Palm Desert’s Vacation Home Check Program provides residents with enhanced security during extended vacations. Citizens On Patrol (COPs) volunteers patrol registered single-family homes in non-gated neighborhoods when residents are away for two weeks or more. Information & registration: 760-862-9848 Need NON-EMERGENCY HELP? CALL 211 ! Did you know that in addition to dialing 911 for emergencies, Palm Desert residents and others who live in Riverside County can dial 211 for information about a wide variety of needs? County 211 information and referral specialists have a database of more than 800 community resources to help you get the assistance you need on topics including: n housing assistance n early childhood and parenting support n food pantries n mental health care n disability and aging support services n legal services n employment n counseling n substance abuse programs n support for victims of physical or sexual abuse The 211 system also allows public safety officials to provide residents with critical information in times of crisis. For more information, please call 211. Dates to Remember Mother’s Day May 13 Armed Forces Day May 19 Memorial Day May 28 Flag Day June 14 Father’s Day June 17 The City’s many standing committees and commissions present a range of opportunities for residents and business people to meaningfully engage with their local government and help lead their community. Because Palm Desert is a diverse community, it benefits when people who represent a variety of backgrounds, traditions, and experiences serve on its committees and commissions. This service enables their voices to be heard by the City Council on a wide variety of important issues including development, parks and recreation, public art, housing, and much more. If you would like your voice to be heard, please apply to serve on a Palm Desert committee or commission. Applications are accepted year round. Current vacancies include: the Art in Public Places Commission; Cultural Resources Preservation Committee; Library Promotion Committee; Rent Review Commission; and Sustainability Committee. Meeting schedules can be accessed on the “Calendar” page of the City’s website – www.cityofpalmdesert.org. For applications and more information, please visit www.cityofpalmdesert.org or contact the City Clerk’s office at 760-346-0611, ext. 304. A popular culinary tradition is getting bigger and better this year when Restaurant Week returns for its 11th year Friday, June 1, through Sunday, June 17. Organized by the Greater Palm Springs Convention and Visitors Bureau and sponsored by the City of Palm Desert, Restaurant Week 2018 is the perfect time to visit a favorite restaurant or to try something new, as chefs prepare mouthwatering meals at a fixed price. More than 100 area restaurants will be offering their own unique prix fixe menus for lunch and dinner. Prices range from $15 to $49 per person, depending on the time of day and restaurant. Prices do not include beverages, tax, or gratuity. No tickets or special passes are required, but reservations are highly recommended. For more information, please visit www.palmspringsrestaurantweek.com. RESTAURANT WEEK GROWING IN 2018 COMMUNITY GALLERY EXHIBITION FEATURES ART Springtime signals the return of warmer temperatures, longer days, and increased activity by coyotes out on the prowl for an easy meal. A longtime desert resident whose presence here predates the development of Palm Desert’s homes and businesses, coyotes play an important role in our natural ecosystem controlling rodents and other potential disease carrying pests. They are often more active in the spring because they need extra food for their young. Coyotes primarily hunt rodents and rabbits, but will take advantage of any available food source including pet food, garbage, and domestic animals. You can help protect yourself, your pets, your property, and the coyotes themselves by following some simple steps. City Offers Free Shredding The City will host a free, two-day shredding event at City Hall, 73510 Fred Waring Drive, on Friday and Saturday, May 4 and 5. Shredding will take place from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. or until the trucks are full. There is no need to remove staples or paper clips. Binders will not be accepted. All documents will be shredded onsite and then recycled. For security purposes, the following types of documents should be considered for shredding: n Legal papers n Credit card slips n Bank statements n Receipts/invoices n Payroll records n Medical records n Tax records n Accounting files/records, financial statements n Contracts n Personnel files n Canceled checks n Photographs This event is free and open to Palm Desert residents and businesses. Businesses will be limited to ten boxes of materials per day. For more information, please call 760-346-0611, ext. 454. Fleurs du Midi by Veronique Branger Snow Creek by Myrn-Ellen Barrett Krengel Smart Tips for Living in Coyote Country n Never feed or attempt to tame coyotes n Do not leave uneaten pet food outside n Bring pets inside at night and do not leave them outside unattended n Put garbage in tightly closed containers that coyotes cannot tip over n Remove easy sources of water n Pick up fallen fruit and cover compost piles n Put away bird feeders at night to avoid attracting rodents and other coyote prey n If followed by a coyote, make loud noises or throw rocks A natural part of our beautiful desert, coyotes are here to stay. You can do your part to encourage coyotes to remain in the wild where they belong by following the aforementioned tips. For more information, call the California Department of Fish and Wildlife at 909-484-0167. The Palm Desert Community Gallery will highlight artwork from Veronique Branger and Myrn-Ellen Barrett Krengel in its new exhibition, Inspired, on display June 8 through August 24. A public reception to honor the artists will be held on Monday, June 18, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. French born Veronique Branger presents a new body of work in this exhibition. Branger studied art at the National School of Fine Art in Lyon, France, and continued her artistic education in San Francisco. She has painted murals throughout the Coachella Valley. The California desert and its beautiful flowers are the theme of Myrn-Ellen Barrett Krengel’s oil paintings. She begins most of her paintings outdoors where she paints in plein air and then finishes them in her studio. Ms. Krengel studied art at the School of Fine Art in Boston and Tufts University. The Palm Desert Community Gallery is located in Palm Desert City Hall and is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, please call 760-346-0611, ext. 664 or visit www.palmdesertart.org. 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 MAY/JUNE 2018 phone 760 -346-0611 e-mail info@cityofpalmdesert.org Websites www.palm-desert.org 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 Sabby Jonathan Mayor Susan Marie Weber Mayor Pro Tem Jan Harnik Kathleen Kelly Gina Nestande n Summer Farmers’ Market Returns to Westfield Mall Escape the heat this summer to find the Coachella Valley’s freshest local produce and unique artisan products in the air conditioned comfort of Westfield Palm Desert. Palm Desert’s Summer Certified Farmers’ Market returns to the lower level of the Coachella Valley’s only regional mall (near World Gym) from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. every Sunday, May through mid-September. The market’s nearly two-dozen farms are regionally-based, most within 100 miles of Palm Desert, and provide a wide assortment of fruits and vegetables. In addition to the wonderful produce, the market offers a mouthwatering array of other products including farm raised meats, eggs, cheeses, honey, organic coffee, flowers, prepared foods, soups, chocolates, soaps, and more. For more information, please visit www.certifiedfarmersmarkets.org or call 844-7FARMCV (844–732-7628). Get Help for Emergency Repairs Through Home Improvement Program 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 air conditioner repairs and repairs to damaged roofs. If you own your own home, think you might qualify for the program, and would like more information, please call 760-346-0611, ext. 421. MAY/JUNE 2018 PALM DESERT PUBLIC LIBRARY 73300 Fred Waring Drive 760-346-6552 www.rivlib.net Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Friday & Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday, 1 – 5 p.m. Closed May 28 (Memorial Day) Baby Story Time Ages 2 and under Most Mondays 10:30 a.m. Children’s Summer Reading Program Wednesdays, June 20 & 27, 10:30 a.m. Information: 760-346-6552 Preschool Story Time Ages 3 – 5 Fun with stories, puppets, songs, finger plays, and simple crafts Most Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. Little Bricks Grades 4 – 12 Thursdays, May 24 & June 28, at 3:30 p.m. Reservations required: 760-346-6552 Teen Time Grades 6 – 12 Most Tuesdays, 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. Teen Summer Reading Program Thursdays, June 21 & 28 3:30 p.m. FAMILY YMCA OF THE DESERT 43930 San Pablo Avenue 760-341-9622 www.ymcaofthedesert.org Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Family YMCA of the Desert offers a variety of kids camps in June including Adventure Camp, Camp Oakes, Sports Academy, Lego Builders, Jedi Training, and more. Information: www.ymcaofthedesert.org PALM DESERT COMMUNITY CENTER 43900 San Pablo Avenue 760-568-9697 www.myrecreationsdistrict.com Monday – Friday, 6 a.m. – 9 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Closed Sundays CHILDREN’S DISCOVERY MUSEUM OF THE DESERT 71701 Gerald Ford Drive Rancho Mirage 760-321-0602 www.cdmod.org Open Tuesday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday, 1 – 5 p.m. Admission: $9.95, ages 1 and up Annual memberships available SANTA ROSA & SAN JACINTO MTNSNAT’L MONUMENT VISITOR CENTER 51500 Highway 74 760-862-9984 www.desertmountains.org Open Thursday – Monday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monument Story Time Ages 5 – 7 Hear a story about desert creatures and then enjoy arts & crafts or a nature walk. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Sunday, May 6, 1 – 2 p.m. Reservations required: 760-862-9984 Monument Young Explorers Ages 8 – 14 Learn about maps and compasses and how to navi- gate while exploring outdoors. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Sunday, May 6, 1 – 2 p.m. Reservations required: 760-862-9984 CITY OF PALM DESERT Palm Desert Civic Center 73510 Fred Waring Drive 760-346-0611 www.palm-desert.org www.cityofpalmdesert.org Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Closed May 28 (Memorial Day) Visitor Services 760-568-1441 Report Graffiti 760-340-5776 Short Term Rental Hotline 760-862-6900 Code Enforcement Hotline 760-776-6360 Palm Desert Police Department Call 911 for emergencies Non-emergencies: 760-836-1600 Free Docent-Led Public Art Tour Tour of the El Paseo Exhibition Saturday, May 5, 9 a.m. Meet at the northwest corner of El Paseo and Portola Avenue Information: 760-346-0611, ext. 664 or visit www.palmdesertart.org PALM DESERT AQUATIC CENTER 73751 Magnesia Falls Drive 760-565-7467 www.pdpool.com Open Monday – Friday, 5:30 a.m. – 7 p.m. Saturday, 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. For lap swimming and recreation hours, visit www.pdpool.com or call 760-565-7467. Dive In Movies Films screen the first Friday of the month at 7:30 p.m. (admission at 7 p.m.) May 4 Disney Pixar’s Coco June 1 JUMANJI: Welcome to the Jungle Advance tickets available for $4 per person Free Swim Lesson Day Saturday, May 19 Preregistration: www.pdpool.com Attractions open on Memorial Day (May 28), 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Summer Recreation Swim begins June 15 with attractions open at 11 a.m. seven days a week. Summer Swim Lessons Sign up by June 15 Lessons begin June 18 and take place Monday – Thursday SUMMER PALM DESERT CERTIFIED FARMERS MARKET Westfield Palm Desert Wednesdays, 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Information: www.certifiedfarmersmarkets.org PALM DESERT COMMUNITY CENTER 43900 San Pablo Avenue 760-568-9697 www.myrecreationsdistrict.com Monday – Friday, 6 a.m. – 9 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Closed Sundays GOLF CENTER AT PALM DESERT Home of 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 www.thefirstteecoachellavalley.org Open to the public Call for Summer Hours FAMILY YMCA OF THE DESERT 43930 San Pablo Avenue 760-341-9622 www.ymcaofthedesert.org Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Charity Golf Tournament Friday, May 11, shotgun start Indian Wells Country Club Reservations & information: 760-341-9622 PALM DESERT PUBLIC LIBRARY 73300 Fred Waring Drive 760-346-6552 www.rivlib.net Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Friday & Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday, 1 – 5 p.m. Closed May 28 (Memorial Day) Book Club: Hooked on Books First Tuesdays, 2 p.m. May 1 Sweetness #9 by Stephan Eirik Clark June 5 The Muse by Jesse Burton Meditation Mondays Led by Vib Verma Mondays, May 7 and June 4, 6 p.m. Frankly Speaking Michael Scofield presents “Let’s Go to London!” Monday, June 11, 4 p.m. Monday Movie Matinee Once a month at 2 p.m. May 21 Muppet Treasure Island June 25 The Peanuts Movie Write On! Writers support group meets third Tuesday of the month at 2 p.m. Veterans Resource Center Volunteers provide information and referrals for former service members Information and appointments: 760-346-6552 PALM SPRINGS ART MUSEUM IN PALM DESERT 72567 Highway 111 760-346-5600 www.psmuseum.org/palm-desert/ Offering daily free admission Closed Mondays & holidays Tuesday – Sunday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Every first Friday of the month, 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Faye Sarkowsky Sculpture Garden is open 7 days a week Summer Hours (May 28 – September 3) Friday – Sunday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Closed Monday – Thursday & holidays Exhibition: Journey Through the Desert – The Road Less Traveled On display through July 29 PALM DESERT AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 72559 Highway 111 760-346-6111 www.pdacc.org By Interim President/ CEO Debbie Frazer The Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce continues to promote, support, and enhance business prosperity, civic vitality, and quality of life in our beautiful Coachella Valley. Our 64th Annual Business Awards and Installation Dinner will be held on June 21 at the Hyatt Grand Regency Indian Wells Resort & Spa from 6 – 9 p.m. This event serves a two-fold purpose. First, it recognizes local businesses, business leaders, and community members for their service to the Coachella Valley. Second, the newly appointed Board of Directors for the Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce are presented to the membership. We invite the community at large to participate in the public voting for our business awards in the following categories: Business Woman of the Year; Business Man of the Year; Small Business of the Year; Medium Business of the Year; Large Business of the Year; Citizen of the Year; Non-Profit of the Year; Emerging Leader of the Year; and Community Service Award. Voting will be held mid-May. The All-Valley Mixer at the Palm Springs Air Museum will be held on May 2 from 5:30 – 7 p.m. We are partnering with seven other orga- nizations for this popular annual event. For more information, please contact us at pdacc.org or 760-346-6111. Business Breakfasts Second Tuesdays Reservations: www.pdacc.org Profit Connection Luncheons Selected Thursdays 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Information and reservations: 760-346-6111 Business After Hours Mixers Selected Wednesdays Information: www.pdacc.org Galen First Fridays May 4, 4 – 9 p.m. 4 p.m. Docent tour of the Galen 5:30 p.m. Cash bar by Cuistot 7 p.m. Live music in the Faye Sarkowsky Sculpture Garden Saturdays in the Sarkowsky Games, themed crafts, garden tours and more May 5, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Crafts: 1 – 3 p.m. Museum Tour: 2 – 3 p.m. CAL STATE UNIVERSITYSAN BERNARDINO Palm Desert Campus 37500 Cook Street 760-341-2883 pdc.csusb.edu Campus Administrative Hours: Monday – Thursday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Closed May 28 (Memorial Day) Closed Fridays beginning June 22 Educational Programs Offering Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctor of Education degrees as well as Teacher Preparation/ Credential and Certificate Programs Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Offers non-credit, university- level courses for adults 50+ along with events, travel program, and discussion groups. Experience the fun of learning with no homework, tests, or grades. Information: 760-341-2883, ext. 78121 or osher.csusb.edu Join the Cal State University Associates and attend monthly entertainment and educational events. Information: 760-341-2883, ext. 78140 Retired academic and administrative professionals from four-year colleges and universities are invited to join the Emeriti Society. Members get access to events and adult learning opportunities at Cal State’s Palm Desert Campus. Annual memberships (October 1 – September 30) are $20. Information: pdc.csusb.edu/special-programs/emeriti COACHELLA VALLEY ANIMAL CAMPUS 72050 Pet Land Place, Thousand Palms 760-343-3644 Information: www.rcdas.org Animals available for adoption COLLEGE OF THE DESERT 43500 Monterey Avenue 760-346-8041 www.collegeofthedesert.edu Closed May 28 (Memorial Day) Alumni Association Street Fair Every weekend starting at 7 a.m. RSVP & Information: 760-636-7957 Walter N. Marks Center for the Arts Open Monday – Thursday, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., and by appointment Information: 760-776-7278 LIR (Learning in Retirement) has been keeping Valley seniors informed, mentally fit, and entertained for more than 20 years. Westfield Palm Desert $60 per semester for multiple courses Information: www.lirpalmdesert.com PaCE—Partnership and Community Education www.collegeofthedesert/pace.edu Short-term training, workshops, and certification services on a wide variety of subjects Information: codpace@collegeofthedesert.edu or 760-776-7420 HISTORICAL SOCIETYOF PALM DESERT 72861 El Paseo 760-346-6588 www.hspd.org Friday – Monday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Museum closes for the summer (until October) May 29 Throughout May – Second Grade tours of the firehouse and fire safety training JOSLYN CENTER 73750 Catalina Way 760-340-3220 www.joslyncenter.org Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Closed Sunday Summer Hours (Starting May 28) Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Closed Saturday & Sunday Closed May 28 (Memorial Day) Free fitness classes for seniors held throughout the week. Call or visit www.joslyncenter.org for class times. Mother’s Day Tea Wednesday, May 9, 11:30 – 1 p.m. $10 “Are You at Risk of a Stroke?” Desert Regional Seminar Wednesday, May 9, 10 – 11 a.m. DESERT WILLOW GOLF RESORT 38995 Desert Willow Drive Pro shop and tee times: 760-346-7060, ext. 1 Information: 760-346-7060 www.desertwillow.com Resident Golf Sale 40% non-sale apparel (excludes shoes, clubs, accessories, sunglasses, etc.) throughout May for Palm Desert residents Mother’s Day Brunch Sunday, May 13 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Adults $48.99; Children (6 – 12) $19.99; 5 and under free City of Palm Desert Best Ball Championship Compete in two rounds of award-winning championship golf and enjoy Par 3 challenges, raffle prizes, awards luncheon, and more. Saturday & Sunday, May 26 & 27 $225 per player Information & registration: wwww.desertwillow.com/citychampionship 2018 Summer VIP Card Enjoy discounts on green fees, lessons, dining, merchandise, and book tee times 7 days in advance Residents: $49; Non-Residents: $79 Information: www.desertwillow.com/VIP Summer Elite Pass Enjoy unlimited golf, discounts, and use of practice area all summer long while booking tee times up to 21 days in advance. Residents: $699; Non-Residents: $799 Information: www.desertwillow.com/summerelite – cont'd from inside– “Active Today… Healthier Tomorrow” National Senior Health & Fitness Wednesday, May 30, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Friday, June 15 Penny’s Pantry First and third Fridays of the month 7:30 – 9:30 a.m. Providing non-perishable food and fresh produce to low income seniors since 2011. Free Wednesday Matinee Movie Series 1 p.m. Includes popcorn and lemonade Joslyn Singles Thursdays, 3:30 p.m. $10 per month Information: 760-969-9641 Adult Bereavement Group Information: 760-674-3344 Alzheimers Association of the Coachella Valley Support Group Weekly meetings. Information: 760-996-0006 Apple Computer Classes Information: 760-537-1728 Creative Painting Class Information: 951-659-0599 Matter of Balance Four-week group emphasizes practical strategies to reduce fear of falling and increase activity. Information: 760-340-3220, ext. 102 Care Pathways Series of 12 workshops on topics including: Living with Dementia; Preventing Caregiver Burnout; Managing Medication; and more presented by the Riverside County Office on Aging. Information: 760-771-0501 or 800-510-2020 EISENHOWER MEMORY CARE CENTER 42201 Beacon Hill, Suite A 760-836-0232 emc.org Community-based resources to help people with Alzheimer’s/dementia and their caregivers. MCCALLUM THEATRE 73000 Fred Waring Drive 760-340-ARTS (2787) www.mccallumtheatre.com Cool off at The McCallum with Summer Institute Performances that feed the soul and awaken the imagination (ages 7 and up): Miwa Matreyek: Myth and Infrastructure & This World Made Itself Thursday, June 14, 1:30 p.m. Pacifico Dance Company Friday, June 15, 1:30 p.m. Information & tickets: 760-340-ARTS (2787) or www.mccallumtheatre.com The Desert Symphony Season Tickets Information: 760-773-5988 Visit www.mccallumtheatre.com or call the box office for a complete listing of May & June shows. SANTA ROSA & SAN JACINTO MTNSNAT’L MONUMENT VISITOR CENTER 51500 Highway 74 760-862-9984 www.desertmountains.org Open Thursday – Monday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monument Night Adventures Discover the desert after dark while looking for nocturnal creatures and observing stars and planets with the Astronomical Society of the Desert. Saturdays, May 19 & June 16, 8:15 – 9:30 p.m. Star Party at the Monument Saturday, May 19, 8 – 10 p.m. Monument Science Survey Volunteer and count plants and animals in the National Monument to help understand the effects of climate change. Information: 760-568-9918 or www.desertmountains.org/application Trail Tuesday Volunteer to help maintain, repair, and build new trails in the National Monument. Tuesdays, May 1, 8, 15, & 22 Information: 760-568-9918 or www.desertmountains.org/application UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIARIVERSIDE/PALM DESERT CAMPUS 75080 Frank Sinatra Drive 760-834-0800 www.palmdesert.ucr.edu An Educational Program for Lifelong Learners UC Riverside Extension’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute is designed to enrich the lives of adult learners. Information: 760-834-0997 or www.extension.ucr.edu/osher THE LIVING DESERT 47900 Portola Avenue 760-346-5694 www.livingdesert.org Open daily, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (last admission at 4 p.m.) Summer Hours (beginning June 1) Open daily, 8 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. (last admission at 1 p.m.) Giraffe Feeding May: daily, 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. June: daily, 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. $6 with paid admission ($4 members) Family Park After Dark Close-up animal presentations, guided walks, and roasting s’mores by a campfire. Friday, May 4, 6 – 8:30 p.m. Pre-registration required: 760-346-5694 Train Day Discover The Living Desert’s 3,300 feet of model train tracks while enjoying a scavenger hunt, trackless train rides, train chats, and more. Saturday, May 5, 9 a.m. – noon Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet-style brunch includes live entertainment, animal encounters, and more. Non-members: $40 adults; $30 children Members: $35 adult members; $25 children