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CERTIFIED FARMERS’ MARKET
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2021 CALENDARS
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CITY THANKS
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PALM DESERT
CELEBRATES VETERANS
A PUBLICATION OF THE CITY OF PALM DESERT
As a new year approaches, 2020 stands out as a time
of unprecedented challenges for Palm Desert’s municipal
government as well as the residents, businesses and all those
it serves.
One silver lining among the dark clouds of contagion and
concern has been Unite Palm Desert, a more than $2 million
portfolio of City programs and services that is responding to the
COVID-19 pandemic with a positive focus on economic relief,
community uplift, and rapid recovery.
The newest Unite Palm Desert bright spot is Light Up El
Paseo, a fun and festive event on December 4 that is designed
to kick off the winter season safely and sensationally.
At 6 p.m., thousands of lights decorating the El
Paseo median will be simultaneously illuminated
creating an encouraging moment of wonder for
young and old alike. The public is invited to view
the scintillating spectacle from the safety of their
vehicles while cruising the street. Spectators can
also put on a mask, socially distance, and take in the
fun while shopping or dining at one of the many shops
and restaurants that line El Paseo.
Light Up El Paseo is only the latest Unite Palm Desert
feature to offer some much needed relief to our community.
Conceived and initiated in the spring of 2020, Unite Palm
Desert kicked off with a $1 million emergency loan program to
support local businesses to help them weather the economic
fallout from the pandemic and related closures.
Another key Unite Palm Desert component is the City’s
$900,000 hospitality program. The “third night free” program
is designed to foster the recovery of local hotels and stimulate
the related economic benefits provided by hotel guests who
patronize area restaurants and businesses when they visit.
The City has also provided $350,000 in grants to nine local
nonprofit agencies who support a range of community needs
related to COVID-19 and created a rental assistance program
that is providing another $241,000 in economic support to
local residents.
Other Unite Palm Desert components include: food and
essentials drives to help support local organizations such as
FIND Food Bank and Martha’s Village & Kitchen; ongoing City-
sponsored drive-thru COVID testing; the provision of personal
protective equipment to local businesses through the Palm
Desert Area Chamber of Commerce; funding to the El Paseo
Business Improvement District for a shop local campaign; and
reimagined community events designed to offer safe
opportunities for celebrating community spirit and
engagement including a graduation cruise night
for Palm Desert High School.
Another popular element of Unite Palm Desert
is the City’s outdoor dining program, which is
working with local restaurants to offer expanded al
fresco dining through grants to restaurateurs for the
construction of outdoor dining decks as well as $70,000
to create a large open dining plaza on one block of Lupine
Lane between El Paseo and Highway 111.
All told, Unite Palm Desert is nearing $3 million in
reinvestment in and support for our community at a time when
the need is immense and resources are scarce.
In collaboration with the nearly two-dozen nonprofit, busi-
ness, and public agency partners under the Unite Palm Desert
umbrella, the City is working hard to do more than survive the
pandemic. We are dedicated to building a better community
that will emerge from this crisis unbowed and with a renewed
spirit. We hope that you will join us as we strive together and
Unite Palm Desert. For more information about Unite Palm
Desert, please email tsoule@cityofpalmdesert.org.
SUPPORTING AND UPLIFTING OUR COMMUNITY
UNITE PALM DESERTUNITE PALM DESERT
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Palm Desert residents can safely dispose of
their used oil and oil filters in a convenient and
environmentally friendly way at the City’s Used
Oil and Oil Filter Exchange Event on Saturday,
November 7, from 9 a.m. to noon.
Located at the Auto Zone at 34860
Monterey Avenue, the event will also offer
participants who bring in a used oil filter a new
one for free.
Used oil must be stored properly in a clean,
sealed, uncontaminated container. Workers at
the event will accept up to five gallons of used
oil per vehicle. It is illegal to transport more than
five gallons of used oil in a personal vehicle.
Attendees will be required to wear
face coverings and maintain social
distancing to participate.
Anyone who is unable to participate in
this event can dispose of their used oil and oil
filters free of charge at Burrtec’s Recycle Center
and at other certified collection centers in
Palm Desert. Free filters, up to two
per person, are only available at
the November 7 event while
supplies last. For more
information, please call
760-328-7370.
Dates to Remember
DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME ENDS
November 1
ELECTION DAY
November 3
VETERANS DAY
November 11
THANKSGIVING
November 26
CHRISTMAS DAY
December 25
NEW YEAR’S EVE
December 31
Palm Desert City Council meetings are now
available on YouTube. In addition
to watching the meetings
streamed live from the
Council Information Center
page on the City’s website,
residents and anyone who is
interested can tune in to the
City of Palm Desert Meetings
Channel on YouTube or go to
cityofpalmdesert.org/youtube
to access an improved audio and visual viewing
experience for live and past City Council meetings.
Information: dhermann@cityofpalmdesert.org
Burrtec’s Recycle
Center, 41800 Corporate
Way, buys back empty
California Refund Value
(CRV) beverage containers.
The Center is open Monday
– Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Information: 760-340-2113
The federal Mortgage Credit Certificate
Program gives qualified home buyers a better
chance of getting a home
purchase loan by reducing their
taxes and increasing their effective
income. Participants must use an
approved lender. For approved
lenders and more information,
contact Riverside County EDA.
Information: 951-343-5470 or 951-343-5433 or
visit www.rchomelink.com
Palm Desert’s weekly Certified Farmers’ Market will have
an exciting new address starting this December. Beginning on
Wednesday, December 2, the popular weekly market will move
from its existing location in Entrada del Paseo to its new home
on San Pablo.
The move capitalizes on San Pablo’s recently reimagined
pedestrian and bicycle friendly design and will begin to realize the centrally
located street’s potential as a new outdoor community event space.
San Pablo will be closed between Alessandro Drive and San Gorgonio
Way every Wednesday morning for the market, which runs from 8 a.m.
to 12:30 p.m., October through April.
A perennial favorite, Palm Desert’s Certified Farmers’ Market gives
residents and visitors an opportunity to shop for farm fresh produce and
other artisanal products. 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 such as
farm raised meats, eggs, cheeses, honey, organic coffee,
flowers, prepared foods, chocolates, soaps, and more.
Looking forward to saying “goodbye” to 2020 and welcoming
a fresh new year? The City’s 2021 calendars can help.
Arriving in November, the new calendars are once again
filled with colorful and compelling images of the many
attractions and amenities that make Palm Desert an exceptional
community.
From sun drenched pools to snowcapped mountain vistas,
the City’s 2021 calendar celebrates our uniquely wonderful
community by highlighting some
of its many scenic and sensational
attributes.
The free, 28-page calendars
will be available for pickup at Palm
Desert City Hall, the Palm Desert
Library, Palm Desert Area Chamber
of Commerce, and at Desert Willow
Golf Resort.
For more information, please
email tsoule@cityofpalmdesert.org.
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For more information, please visit
www.certifiedfarmersmarkets.org
or call 844-7FARMCV (844-732-7628).
FREE DISPOSAL OF USED OIL & FILTERS
Certified Farmers’ Market Moving to
SAN PABLO
Local artist John Cuevas paints mural at The Gardens on El Paseo
The economic relief and support provided by Unite Palm
Desert is critically important to our community, but the
campaign is focused on doing more.
That means finding creative ways to build an even better
community. Examples include devising fresh new takes on
favorite local events, such as the City’s Independence Day
and Veterans Day celebrations, and delivering hope and
inspiration through things like uplifting new artwork.
The most colorful examples of this new art can
be found in murals by artist John Cuevas that were
recently commissioned by the City.
A respected local artist who also designed
the Unite Palm Desert logo, Cuevas’ intimate
association with the campaign along with his
extensive experience painting murals made him
the ideal person to artistically represent Unite Palm
Desert in this new and exciting way.
At publication time, the artist was in the process
of painting two murals, the first of which will adorn a wall on the west
side of the Gardens on El Paseo, adjacent to San Pablo Avenue. The
second mural is being painted on a wall at KUD Properties, located at
74124 Highway 111 between Portola Avenue and
Deep Canyon Road.
The City is seeking potential locations for at
least one more mural by Cuevas to share and
celebrate the Unite Palm Desert campaign. In
addition to inspiring smiles and lifting spirits,
the project’s goal is to create picture worthy,
“Instagrammable” moments that showcase Palm
Desert’s determination and resilience in the face
of any challenge.
For more information about Unite Palm Desert and to offer potential
mural locations, please email alawrence@cityofpalmdesert.org.
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.
Their generosity and dedication
has never been more prominently
displayed or critically needed than
during the last nine months as the
City has worked to respond to and
flourish despite the worldwide
COVID-19 pandemic. Through it all, our
committee and commission members
have demonstrated their continued
commitment to volunteer service in the
face of unprecedented challenges.
More than 100 volunteers serve on
Palm Desert’s 17 standing committees
and commissions or represent the
community through appointments to ad
hoc committees and other organizations
including the Palm Springs Airport
Commission, Coachella Valley Mosquito
& Vector Control District, and Joslyn
Center. Many more residents serve in a
volunteer capacity as Palm Desert Library
or Public Art Program docents or with
Palm Desert’s award-winning Citizens on
Patrol (COPS) team.
The Palm Desert City Council,
along with City staff, deeply appreciate
and gratefully recognize the service of
Palm Desert’s volunteers who selflessly
dedicate themselves to service and to
making Palm Desert a community of
which we can all be exceptionally proud.
NEED NON-EMERGENCY HELP? CALL 211!
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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 and help with a wide variety of needs?
County 211 information and referral specialists are available 24 hours a day,
seven days a week, 365 days a year, with a database of more than 800 community
resources to help you get the assistance you need on topics including:
• housing assistance
• early childhood and parenting support
• food pantries
• mental health care
• disability and aging support services
• legal services
• employment
• counseling
• substance abuse programs
• support for victims of physical or sexual abuse
Information is available in more than 100 languages. The 211 system also allows public
safety officials to provide residents with critical information in times of crisis. For more
information, please call 211. Resources are also available online at connectriverside.org.
CITY THANKS
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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 email pleon@cityofpalmdesert.org.
Home Improvement Program Helps Lower-Income Homeowners
Artist rendering of KUD Properties mural
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Palm Desert, CA 92260
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Palm Desert is honoring the sacrifices of those
who have served in the United States military and
recognize the dedication of those who continue
to serve our nation in more ways than ever
before this November.
Beginning November 1 and
continuing through Veterans
Day on November 11, a student
artwork display at Westfield
Palm Desert will feature art and
written works that honors our
veterans.
On November 9 and
10, a Gratitude Wall will be
on display in Civic Center
Park from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Community members are
welcome and encouraged to
bring their own pen/marker
to write a thank you message
to our veterans or simply sign
their name on the wall.
The finale to this year’s special celebration
of veterans will be the City’s annual Veterans
Day Celebration, which will be offered virtually
on Wednesday, November 11, at 11 a.m. The
community is invited to join and view the virtual
event on both the City’s Facebook page and our
YouTube channel.
The program will feature a keynote speaker
from the 7th Marine Regiment at the Marine
Corps Air Ground Combat Center in Twentynine
Palms as well as a patriotic concert performance. A
new addition to this year’s virtual event is a video
presentation honoring local veterans. To submit
a photo for inclusion in this presentation, please
email vmager@cityofpalmdesert.org.
After the celebration, viewers can learn more
about available benefits and resources for veterans
during a virtual “Resource Round-up” featuring
local veterans’ services and resource organizations.
For more information, please call 760-568-1441
or email vmager@cityofpalmdesert.org.
Palm Desert Celebrates Veterans
NOVEMBER & DECEMBER 2020 PALM DESERT AQUATIC CENTER
73751 Magnesia Falls Drive
760-565-7467
www.pdpool.com
Call for hours of operation
Open for lap swimming seven days a week.
Sessions begin on the hour and last 45 minutes.
Space is limited with online reservations required.
Information: pdpool.com or 760-565-7467
PALM DESERT
COMMUNITY CENTER
43900 San Pablo Avenue
760-568-9697
www.myrecreationsdistrict.com
Call for hours of operation
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
FAMILY YMCA OF THE DESERT
43930 San Pablo Avenue
760-341-9622
www.ymcaofthedesert.org
Call for hours of operation
Distance Learning Program
Ages 5 – 12
Educational support
and creative enrichment
opportunities for
elementary school
children at multiple
locations.
Information & registration: ymcaofthedesert.org/
distance-learning-support/
CITY OF PALM DESERT
Palm Desert Civic Center
73510 Fred Waring Drive
760-346-0611
www.palm-desert.org
www.cityofpalmdesert.org
Open virtually Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Closed November 11, 26, 27, & December 24,
25, 31
The Desert Rose Society
invites the public to visit
desertrosesociety.com for
information about monthly
virtual meetings via the Internet.
Information: desertrosesociety.com
Visitor Services
760-568-1441
Short Term Rental Hotline
760-862-6900
Code Enforcement Hotline
760-776-6360
Report Graffiti
760-776-6450
Palm Desert Police Department
Call 911 for emergencies
Non-emergencies: 760-836-1600
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Y Rookies
Ages 3 – 5
January 9 – February 27
Kids learn the fundamentals
of soccer in a noncompetitive environment
with emphasis on sportsmanship, fair play, and
participation.
Information: ymcaofthedesert.org/y-rookies/
Jean Benson Child Development Center
Located at 75433 Orange Blossom Lane, the Center
offers high quality day care for children ages 2-5
with State preschool and other financial aid options.
For a virtual tour and more information, call
760-836-3336.
PALM DESERT PUBLIC LIBRARY
73300 Fred Waring Drive
760-346-6552
www.rivlib.net
Call for hours of operation
Information about operating hours and programs can
be found at www.rivlib.net.
The Library is providing “Express Service” allowing
patrons to pick up books and other items placed on
hold at the Library’s front door. The Library is also
accepting returns and offering reference services via
telephone.
1. Go to www.rivlib.net to browse and place
holds on items (library card and pin number
required).
2. Once notified that your items are available,
please call 760-346-6552 to make an
appointment for pickup.
3. Masks must be worn at pickup.
4. At the Library’s front door, show your library
card or photo ID.
5. Return materials to the outside book drop bin
(the automated wall drop is not functioning).
6. Books/items will be quarantined for more than
96 hours before being reshelved (fines will not
accrue during this time).
For assistance please call the Library at
760-346-6552.
Veterans Resource Center
Information and referrals for anyone who has served
in the military.
Information: 760-346-6552
PALM SPRINGS ART MUSEUM
IN PALM DESERT
72567 Highway 111
760-346-5600
www.psmuseum.org/palm-desert/
Call for hours of operation
Daily free admission provided by Helene V. Galen
Faye Sarkowsky Sculpture Garden open 7 days a
week
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
Walter N. Marks Center for the Arts
Information: 760-776-7278
LIR (Learning in Retirement)
Information & registration:
www.lirpalmdesert.org
Classes continue online using Zoom. LIR’s six-week
Fall session begins November 2
with winter session starting on
January 11. Choose from
many topics and take up
to five classes for only $45
(reduced fee for current
academic year).
CREATE CENTER FOR THE ARTS
73733 Fred Waring Drive, Suite 106
760-834-8318
www.createcenterforthearts.org
THE GARDENS/EL PASEO VILLAGE
73545 El Paseo
760-862-1990
Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Friday & Saturday, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Sunday, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Hours may vary
On Friday, November 27 (Black Friday), The Gardens
will be lighting its seasonal tree with a giant, walk
through ornament designed for customers to
enjoy and take selfies. Receive a free tote with any
purchase over $100.
Socially Distanced
Photos with Santa
Saturday, December 5
Open to the first 36
participants who get tickets.
Ticket sales benefit Big
Brothers, Big Sisters of the
Desert and participants
receive a holiday mask.
Information:760-862-1990
Socially Distanced Pet
Photos with Santa
Open to the first 36
participants who get tickets.
Ticket sales benefit the
Bianca Rae Foundation
and participants receive
a holiday mask.
Information: 760-862-1990
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CSUSB PALM DESERT CAMPUS
37500 Cook Street
760-341-2883
pdc.csusb.edu
Offices open virtually, Monday – Friday,
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Closed November 26 – 27 &
December 24 – January 2
Educational Programs
Offering Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctor of
Education degrees as well as Teacher Preparation/
Credential and Certificate Programs
New programs include: Hospitality Management,
Entrepreneurship, and Cybersecurity
Information: csusb.edu/pdc/our-programs
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
Offers non-credit, university-level courses for
adults 50+ along with events, travel program, and
discussion groups.
Information: www.csusb.edu/OLLI or
909-537-8270
Join the Cal State University Associates
and attend monthly educational and
enlightening speaker events.
Information:
www.CalStateUniversityAssociates.com
HISTORICAL SOCIETY
OF PALM DESERT & FREE MUSEUM
72861 El Paseo
760-346-6588
www.hspd.org
The Firehouse Museum is closed. Appointments are
available to research the Archives.
Visit hspd.org and click on “News/Events” for
information about this season’s virtual Friday Night
Lecture Series via YouTube, on the third Friday of the
month.
JOSLYN CENTER
73750 Catalina Way
760-340-3220
www.joslyncenter.org
Please call 760-340-3220 or visit our website for
information on virtual programs, existing services,
and our plans for safely reopening.
Many Joslyn Center programs
continue online on the
Center’s YouTube channel.
The Joslyn’s live variety show
airs Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 11 a.m.
and virtual learning series on weekdays at 2 p.m.
can be viewed on the Joslyn’s Facebook page at
Facebook.com/JoslynCenter.
Friendly Caller Program
Weekly check-ins, support, and socialization
Information: 760-340-3220, ext. 110
Problem Solving Strategies
Use cognitive reframing to move forward efficiently
with a sense of well-being and confidence, reduce
stress and worry.
Information: 760-340-3220, ext. 117 or
veronica@joslyncenter.org
Brain Boot Camp
Two-session course on improved brain health,
boosting memory, and developing good memory
habits.
Information: 760-340-3220, ext. 117
Aging Mastery Program
Ten-session course to improve
health, financial security, and
wellbeing
Information: 760-340-3220, ext. 117
Meals on Wheels
Information: 760-340-3220, ext. 110
Joslyn Center continues its Meals on Wheels
program delivering nutritious meals to many
seniors who are home alone and unable to shop or
cook for themselves.
If you are able to support this program, please visit
joslyncenter.org/donate
Penny’s Pantry
First and third Fridays,
7:30 – 9:30 a.m.
Providing non-perishable
food and fresh produce
to low income seniors
Annual Appeal
Help the Joslyn Center continue to offer essential
program and services to keep Valley seniors cared
for, fed, and connected during the pandemic and
beyond.
Donate by texting JOSLYN to 44321, visit
JoslynCenter.og, or call 760-340-3220.
Cornerstone Club
Join a select group of dedicated
donors who give $25 or more
per month to support The Joslyn
Center and its many services
including Meals on Wheels,
Penny’s Pantry, and more.
Information: 760-340-3220, ext. 107
Adopt-a-Brick
Honor someone you love with a lasting tribute.
$100 donation per brick.
Information: 760-340-3220, ext. 105 or
ellenb@joslyncenter.org
Legacy Circle
Include the Joslyn Center in your estate plans.
Information: 760-340-3220, ext. 106
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.
DESERT WILLOW GOLF RESORT
38995 Desert Willow Drive
Pro shop and tee times: 760-346-7060, ext. 1 or
www.desertwillow.com/teetimes
Information: 760-346-7060
www.desertwillow.com
The Terrace at Desert Willow Golf Resort
Unique, handcrafted cuisine paired with
one of the most scenic outdoor dining
venues in the Coachella Valley.
Breakfast: 7 – 11 a.m. daily
Lunch: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. daily
Twilight Menu: 3 – 6 p.m. daily
New Dinner at the Terrace:
4 – 8 p.m. Thursday – Saturday
Information: desertwillow.com/dining
Cooks Grill
6 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily
Thanksgiving Day Buffet
Seatings available every
30 minutes from
noon – 4 p.m.
Adults: $57.99;
Children 6 – 12: $24.99;
Children 5 and under complimentary
Information & reservations:
desertwillow.com/thanksgiving
For a full list of Desert Willow Golf Resort events,
please visit desertwillow.com/events
Palm Desert Golf Academy
Information: desertwillow.com/golfschools
Individual Golf Instruction
Make an appointment with a Palm
Desert Golf Academy professional
to have a comprehensive swing
evaluation and customized plan that
will achieve results.
MCCALLUM THEATRE
73000 Fred Waring Drive
760-340-ARTS (2787)
www.mccallumtheatre.com
Call or visit the mccallumtheatre.com for upcoming
shows
PALM DESERT AREA
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
72559 Highway 111
760-346-6111
www.pdacc.org
The Chamber urges you
to Shop Local which helps
businesses stay open and
allows them to employ people,
circulating dollars in our
community and strengthening
our economy.
Businesses can stay connected through the
Chamber’s monthly Virtual Zoom Breakfast
meetings on the second Tuesday of each month,
November 10 & December 8, at 7 a.m.
Information: pdacc.org
Share referrals and network at our bi-monthly Virtual
Zoom Luncheon meetings normally on the second
and fourth Thursdays of each month, November 11
& December 10, 11:30 a.m.
Information: pdacc.org
SANTA ROSA & SAN JACINTO MTNS
NAT’L MONUMENT VISITOR CENTER
51500 Highway 74
760-862-9984
www.DesertMountains.org
Call for events and hours of operation
Free guided hikes offered on selected Thursdays,
Fridays, and Saturdays from 9 – 11:30 a.m.
Reservations are required and can be made at
desertmountains.org/calendar or by calling
760-862-9984.
Free Birding Walk-About
Selected Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays,
8 – 10 a.m.
Reservations required: 760-862-9984 or
desertmountains.org/calendar
Friends and Champions
Join Friends of the Desert Mountains for an
evening under the stars celebrating this wonderful
organization’s own bright lights. The Friends has
been protecting the Coachella Valley’s natural
environment for more than 30 years by acquiring
lands, conserving unique plants and animals,
protecting and maintaining hiking trails and the
scenic views we all enjoy.
Information: desertmountains.org
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA
RIVERSIDE/PALM DESERT CAMPUS
75080 Frank Sinatra Drive
760-834-0800
www.palmdesert.ucr.edu
UCR Osher@Home Learning Fall 2020
Join a community of lifelong learners remotely via
Zoom. UC Riverside Extension’s Osher Lifelong
Learning Institute is designed to enrich the
intellectual, social and cultural lives of adult learners.
Access over 20, six-week, one-hour classes
continuing into December.
Information: extension.ucr.edu/osher or
760-834-0997
UCR has resources to make it easy for
you to Zoom with them. An annual
membership of $150 runs through
June 2021 and gives access to
courses, Lecture Series and an Online
Video Library of all Osher’s Recorded
Lectures for FY 2020 - 2021; Individual course fee
and registration is required. Quarterly memberships
also available ($70).
For course highlights, please visit extension.ucr.
edu/osher
THE LIVING DESERT
47900 Portola Avenue
760-346-5694
www.livingdesert.org
Call for hours of operation
New Australian Adventures
A new, engaging, and
immersive experience
with roaming wallabies,
free-flying budgies and
cockatiels, plus kookaburras,
tawny frogmouths, emu,
blue-tongued skink,
echidna, and more.
Giraffe Feeding
Daily 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
$7 with paid admission ($5 members)
Private Safari Tours
Two-hour guided tours with private shuttle.
Visit livingdesert.org for pricing, advance
reservations, and details
Wildlights
Nearly a million twinkling lights, live music,
and festive food and activities on select nights
November 27 – December 27, 6 – 9 p.m.
Tickets are limited and must be
purchased in advance
$14; $12 members, veterans, seniors,
children 3 – 12; children under 3 free