Palm Desert Vacation Resources

Coachella & Stagecoach Festivals

noreply@blogger.com (Vacation Mamma) — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 19:11:00 +0000

Coachella - Official News
COACHELLA VALLEY MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL 2009 SET FOR APRIL 17, 18 AND 19;

STAGECOACH: CALIFORNIA'S COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL TO TAKE PLACE THE FOLLOWING WEEKEND, SATURDAY, APRIL 25 AND SUNDAY, APRIL 26

Goldenvoice has confirmed the dates for this year's COACHELLA VALLEY MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL--Friday, April 17, Saturday, April 18 and Sunday, April 19--to be followed a weekend later by STAGECOACH: California’s Country Music Festival, set for Saturday, April 25 and Sunday, April 26. The two critically acclaimed events will again take place at the breathtakingly beautiful Empire Polo Field in Indio, CA, the same grounds where the COACHELLA VALLEY MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL debuted in 1999.

Additional details about both the STAGECOACH and COACHELLA line-ups and ticket sales will be available in the coming months.

Lodging for both Coachella and Stagecoach is still available in Palm Desert at Palm Valley Country Club - approximately $300/nt - sleeps up to 6 people. Responsible adults 25 and over only - no party houses!

Palm Valley Country Club Golf Updates

noreply@blogger.com (Vacation Mamma) — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 19:29:00 +0000

TURF TALK

The greens on the Championship course are continuing to fill in and recover from the aerification. The 10th green is taking longer to recover due to the morning shade created by the surrounding palm trees and ficus trees.

The idea of cutting a temporary green during this process was considered.. This was not done due to the fact the green has begun to aggressively grow as well as, the temporary green would take time to become playable. The limited foot traffic from play at this time will not hinder the Bermuda Grass growth. Therefore the temporary green was not cut.

With the greens recovering the mowing heights have been lowered back to 1/8” and will remain there for the summer. Topdressing will continue on an as needed basis going forward to control thatch and aid in ball roll.

The greens expansion is under way and will continue for most of the summer. The actual green cut has been put in and is turning yellow due to scalping. The yellow areas will recover and turn green over time. There will be an aggressive top-dress and fertilizer program during this process.

We like to thank you for your patience with this process. The course conditions are updated frequently at the Golf Shop.
FOOD for THOUGHT

Our Summer Saturday Night Themed Dinners are back!

Please join us for the

South of the Boarder

June 21st Main Dining Room

We will be holding the dinners once a month!

We look forward to seeing everyone there.

California Travel Blog - California Wildflowers 2008 | Places to See in California | Things to Do in California | Cities | Beaches | Deserts

noreply@blogger.com (Vacation Mamma) — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 09:09:00 +0000

Palm Springs Area is "Springing" with Activities

noreply@blogger.com (Vacation Mamma) — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 23:15:00 +0000

Many of the "Snowbirds" (those are northern retirees who flock to Palm Springs area in the winter) left April 1 and now it is time for festival season in the desert of CA - Coachella Valley which includes Palm Springs, Cathedral City, Palm Desert, Indian Wells, La Quinta, Indio, and other cities. BETTER Vacation Rentals is representing 5 2-3 bedroom condos at Palm Valley Country Club in Palm Desert and still has availability for all of these events! Call 949-369-5171 or email BETTER Vacation Rentals to reserve.

April 4-6 Indian Wells Arts Festival 2008

COACHELLA VALLEY MUSIC AND ARTS FESTIVAL - April 25-27 - $1000 for 3 nights lodging plus cleaning and tax for Coachella
- I also have FOUR three day passes to Coachella for sale at face value - I cannot use them! contact me via email only!
with Jack Johnson, The Verve, Raconteurs, the Breeders, Fatboy Slim, Tegan and Sara, Madness, The Swell Season, The National, Animal Collective, Slightly Stoopid, Mum, Sharon Jones & the Dap Kings, Stars, Battles, Aesop Rock, Midnight Juggernauts, Does It Offend You, Yeah?, Minus the Bear, Spank Rock, dan le sac vs. Scroobius Pip, Diplo, Adam Freeland, Santo Gold, Jens Lekman, John Butler Trio, Vampire Weekend, Dan Deacon, Architecture in Helsinki, Sandra Collins, Busy P, Cut Copy, Black Lips, Datarock, Professor Murder, Reverend and the Makers, the Bees, Porter, Rogue Wave, Modeselektor, American Bang, Lucky I Am April 25; Portishead, Kraftwerk, Death Cab for Cutie, Cafe Tacuba, Sasha & Digweed, Rilo Kiley, Dwight Yoakam, M.I.A., Hot Chip, Cold War Kids, Stephen Malkmus & the Jicks, DeVotchKa, Flogging Molly, Mark Ronson, Turbonegro, Scars on Broadway, Islands, Enter Shikari, Calvin Harris, Boyz Noize, Junkie XL, Cinematic Orchestra, Jamie T, the Teenagers, VHS or Beta?, Carbon/silicon, Erol Alkan, Yo Majesty!, Little Brother, Bonde Do Role, St. Vincent, Akron Family, MGMT, Institubes DJs (Surkin, Para One and Orgasmic), James Zabiela, Sebastian, Kavinsky, Dredg, The Bird and the Bee, Grand Ole Party, New Young Pony Club, 120 Days, Yoav, Electric Touch, Uffie April 26; Roger Waters ("Dark Side of the Moon"), Love & Rockets, My Morning Jacket, Spiritualized, Justice, Gogol Bordello, Chromeo, the Streets, Metric, Danny Tenaglia, Simian Mobile Disco, Booka Shade, Murs, Dmitri From Paris, Autolux, The Field, Linton Kwesi Johnson, Les Savy Fav, the Cool Kids, Sons & Daughters, Sia, Holy F---, Black Kids, Black Mountain, the Annuals, Kid Sister w/A-Trak, Man Man, Duffy, I'm From Barcelona, Manchester Orchestra, Deadmau5, the Horrors, Austin TV, Shout Out Louds, Plastiscines, Brett Dennen April 27; Empire Polo Fields, 81-800 Avenue 51, Indio; day passes are sold out; $269, three-day festival pass ($55 per person for camping); (619) 220-8497, coachella.com

Stagecoach Festival in Indio - MAY 2, 3 & 4, 2008 - 3 nights lodging available in Palm Desert for Stagecoach $600-$1000

Carrie Underwood, Eagles, Tim McGraw, Rascal Flatts, The Judds and More

Bob Hope Chrysler Classic Lodging Available

noreply@blogger.com (Vacation Mamma) — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 05:56:00 +0000

If you are going to the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic in Rancho Mirage this January, and have not yet made travel plans, try a vacation rental. Vacation rentals / condos make sense for those who are traveling together like: golf buddies, couples, families. Renting a 2 or 3 bedroom condo makes more sense and is economical compared to cramming into a hotel room or renting more than one room, and of course eating every meal out and paying $2.00 for every water and $5 for every coffee. January has been slow in the desert, why not give Palm Valley Country Club vacation rentals a try via BETTER Vacation Rentals.

Annenberg Theater Opens 2007 -2008 Season in Palm Desert

noreply@blogger.com (Vacation Mamma) — Tue, 02 Oct 2007 19:13:00 +0000

The Rocky Horror Picture Show Returns for Halloween!

2007-2008 Season

JOHN WATERS
Saturday, October 13th
8 p.m.

LITTLE JOE Y LA FAMILIA
Friday, October 19th
8 p.m.

PRESERVATION HALL JAZZ
Tuesday, October 30th
8 p.m.

THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW
Wednesday, October 31
9 p.m.

THE LEGEND: BRIAN WILSON
Sunday, November 4th
6 p.m.

SAM HARRIS
Saturday, November 10th
8 p.m.

THE LETTERMEN
Friday, December 7th
8 p.m.

ANDREA MARCOVICCI
Tuesday, January 22nd
8 p.m.

EROICA TRIO
Tuesday, February 12th
8 p.m.

CHRISTINE ANDREAS
Friday, February 22nd
8 p.m.

MARILYN MAYE
Friday, March 7th
8 p.m.

VIENNA BOYS CHOIR
Wednesday, March 12th
8 p.m.

AMERICAN PIANO SHOW
Sunday, April 13th
3 p.m.

To purchase tickets, call the box office at 760.325.4490 or visit www.psmuseum.org

A Guy's Weekend May Have New Meaning - Golf and a Salt Scrub Dad?

noreply@blogger.com (Vacation Mamma) — Wed, 20 Jun 2007 00:15:00 +0000

This article came 2 days late to my inbox to make it for father's day, but in truth my father would roll over in his grave at the thought of a spa treatment of golf...but then again he was a man of the 50's not the 21s century. If you happen to have a guy in your life that likes a little pampering with his golf, the desert is the place to do it. Some special packages are outlined below, but they offer services for men all year round.

thedesertsun.com | Let Dad experience relaxation at a spa: "If you want to 'fix' your dad, or even pamper him a bit in time for his special day, consider treating him to one - or more - of these services from local spas, all of which are offering Father's Day specials:
The Renaissance Esmeralda Resort and Spa, 44-400 Indian Wells Lane, Indian Wells, 836-1265
'Men's Diamond Day.'
The Renaissance Spa offers a half-day, $285 treatment which includes a facial, sports massage and men's eucalyptus manicure and pedicure.
The Well Spa at Miramonte, 45-000 Indian Wells Lane, Indian Wells, 341-2200
'The Well Manicured Man.'
The Well will make dad look like he just came back from vacation with a $200, 30-minute Maestro Massage, a 30-minute facial and 30-minute brushed bronzing.
Palm Valley Country Club, 39205 Palm Valley Drive, Palm Desert, 345-2737
Dad can look good at the beach with Palm Valley's 'Dad O' Mine' Restorative Back Facial.
The 60-minute treatment costs $100 for club members and $125 for non-members and includes a cleansing back massage designed to relax and repair any unsightly blemishes.
The Westin Mission Hills Resort & Spa, 71333 Dinah Shore Drive, Rancho Mirage, 328-5955
The Westin Spa is offering a $99 facial and $99 massage designed for men. The facial is meant to lift and tone the skin while the massage relaxes tense muscles and sports injuries."

When the Desert Calls - New York Times

noreply@blogger.com (Vacation Mamma) — Tue, 29 May 2007 22:33:00 +0000

Palm Springs and the surrounding areas have long been the playground for Hollywood's rich and famous. However, it's no longer the rich and famous that are increasingly drawn to the desert for second homes and retirement homes. Read more about full time life in the desert - especially for retirees.

When the Desert Calls - New York Times: "By BARBARA E. HERNANDEZ
Published: May 27, 2007
ALAINA DeMARTINI decided to trade the San Francisco chill and fog for palm trees and bright stars in an open sky. So last year, she and her husband, David, a retired electrician, moved to the house in Palm Springs, Calif., that they bought as a second home five years ago."

Wie to play at Samsung World Championship in Palm Desert CA in October 2007.

noreply@blogger.com (Vacation Mamma) — Tue, 22 May 2007 18:12:00 +0000

The Sports Network - LPGA Golf: "Palm Desert, CA (Sports Network) - Michelle Wie has accepted a sponsor's exemption to the LPGA Samsung World Championship.
The prestigious 20-player event will be held from October 11-14 on the Canyons Course at Bighorn Golf Club in Palm Desert, California.
'It's an honor to be invited to play in the Samsung World Championship,' Wie said in a release. 'There is nothing like going back to where my professional career started, and playing against the best players in the world. I'm excited for the opportunity.' "

Renoir, Degas, Manet, and Van Gogh to Visti Palm Springs This Summer

noreply@blogger.com (Vacation Mamma) — Tue, 22 May 2007 05:57:00 +0000

Why fight the crowds in Paris this summer to see the Master painters of the Impressionist era? Instead, you can enjoy the cool and uncrowded private collection which includes leaders in American painting. You may not be able to afford a trip to Europe's Louvre, but surely you can swing one out the Palm Springs this summer!

From this weeks Palm Springs Art Museum Newsletter:
"From Degas to De Kooning: Impressionist and Modern Masters at the Palm Springs Art Museum This Summer!

From June 15 through September 3, the Palm Springs Art Museum is privileged to once again present during the summer season a selection of outstanding Impressionist and Modern paintings on loan from a private collection. Many of these works have graced the galleries during earlier summers, but this year a very special addition has been made to the works on view, masterpieces by Mark Rothko and Willem de Kooning, two of the leading figures in the New York School of Abstract Expressionism that developed in the late 1940s and catapulted American painting to international prominence. These outstanding works will be seen with eleven other paintings ranging from Impressionist studies of light and atmosphere by Edouard Manet, Edgar Degas, and Pierre-Auguste Renoir, to modernist essays in expressive color and form by Vincent Van Gogh, Henri Matisse, and Pablo Picasso, to the contrasts of realism and abstraction in contemporary works by Wayne Thiebaud and Joan Mitchell.

THIS EXTRAORDINARY COLLECTION IS ON LOAN TO THE MUSEUM BY AN ANONYMOUS COLLECTOR, COURTESY OF HEATHER JAMES ART & ANTIQUITIES."

Jeep Tours in the California Desert

noreply@blogger.com (Vacation Mamma) — Sat, 14 Apr 2007 16:02:00 +0000

The post below is reprinted from the Desert Adventures 4/9/07 email newsletter. For a $20 discount per person until May 31, 2007 ask for the "local's discount" when booking and please tell them that Melinda at rentTHISplace.net sent you.

AWARD-WINNING JEEP TOURS
Desert Adventures offers a variety of award-winning jeep eco-tours that your whole family will love!

FAULTLINE EXPRESS: Journey through spectacular box and slot canyons, visit an ancient fossil bed and (dry) waterfall, learn about the plants and animals that have uniquely adapted to survive in our hostile desert environment and witness for yourself how earthquakes and how tectonic forces have created the slanted, vertical and wave-like structures that have been described as the most tortured landscape on earth. Tour includes admission to the EPICENTER Earthquake Education Center and a guided nature walk or short hike. More information

PIONEER ADVENTURE: From ice age to gold rush - from stagecoach to railroad - learn how and why early pioneers migrated to the hottest, driest desert in North America. Visit an old mining camp, tour a gold mine, and explore a homestead and cowboy camp on this fascinating journey through the Wild West. Tour includes gold panning and a guided nature walk or short hike. More information

INDIAN CULTURAL ADVENTURE: The Indian Cultural Adventure offers a fascinating look into the lives of the Cahuilla Indians. Learn about the customs, ceremonies, and culture of these hunter/gatherers and how and why they chose to live on the San Andreas Fault. Tour includes participation in the Palteewet Archeological Dig, tour of a natural Palm Oasis and Indian Village, and a guided nature walk or short hike. More information

TWILIGHT ADVENTURE: The Twilight Adventure provides guests with a nocturnal voyage among surreal shadows and darkness on a cooling desert landscape. Your journey begins before dark as you explore steep-walled canyons along the San Andreas Fault. As the sun begins to set, witness the spectacular transition from day to night as light casts amazing shadows on the mountains, creating a depth and range of colors unseen during the day. As darkness overtakes you, the clear desert sky comes alive with stars twinkling in the heavens above. Tour includes admission to the EPICENTER Earthquake Education Center and a guided nature walk or short hike. More information

For more information about these and other tours, visit www.red-jeep.com or call us at (888) 440-5337 Toll Free or (760) 340-2345 locally.
If you want to experience the REAL desert, let our expert naturalist guides share their intense passion and love of the desert as they entertain and enthrall you and bring the desert's plants, animals, and geology to life.

Whether your interest is agriculture, archeology, astronomy, desert survival, flora, fauna, earthquakes, geology, Indian culture, or pioneer history, Desert Adventures has a tour for you!

La Quinta Arts Festival - March 15-18,2007

noreply@blogger.com (Vacation Mamma) — Thu, 08 Feb 2007 19:29:00 +0000

The desert in not just for golfers and tennis players. The art scene here is thriving.

La Quinta hosts its 25th anniversary event with the art festival. Events of celebration begin February 18 and continue through March 18.

Tickets are onsale now for this event featuring 250 juried artists at La Quinta Civic Center which includes lushly landscaped paths, live entertainment, and gourmet food and wine with the beautiful backdrop of the Sant Rosa mountains.

Tickets are on $10/day or $15 for multiple days and are available at www.LQAF.com or 60-564-1244 - on sale now.

Golf Now in Palm Springs CA

noreply@blogger.com (Vacation Mamma) — Mon, 05 Feb 2007 20:19:00 +0000

So you're planning a trip to the adult playground of Palm Springs, CA but you aren't sure where or how to golf on the many courses (private, semi private, and public) scattered throughout the area?

May I recommend a couple of tactics?

Rent a condo at a private country club, but ASK to be sure you will have golf priviledges. Check out Palm Valley Country Club to see how these can vary based on membership levels. Some clubs don't let guests/renters play at all - some allow unlimited use for a one time fee - some charge per play greens fees. Just be sure you know what you are renting.
Reserve your tee time through a discount consolidator like GolfNow.com or Affordable Palm Springs Tee Times
Let someone else do your research like PalmSprings.com
Stay at a resort that offers golf privileges like the Marriott Desert Springs or Indian Wells Resort (book at priceline for steep discounts off season)

What's Happening at Palm Springs Art Museum?

noreply@blogger.com (Vacation Mamma) — Mon, 05 Feb 2007 17:13:00 +0000

Looking to escape the endless sun and good weather of Palm Springs? Why not spend a little time with some art? The Palm Springs Art Museum has a very active calendar including:

Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays2 p.m.Thursdays5 p.m.Hibbert Orientation CenterGeneral docent-guided tours highlight the Art Museum's permanent collections and special exhibtions. Call to arrange a special group tour at 760.325.7186 x: 100.

GALLERY TALKSRoy Lichtenstein Prints 1956-97Tuesdays & Wednesdays & FridaysJanuary 2-March 7, 200711 a.m.
Annenberg WingSpeakers: Jeanne Mazur-Messing and Carol Lovett, Docent Specialists

Multicultural Modernism:The Work of Steven Ehrlich ArchitectsSaturdaysJanuary 6-March 31, 200711 a.m.McCallum WingSpeakers: Architecture and Design Council Specialists

El Paseo Invitational Tour So Popular that it' back!

noreply@blogger.com (Vacation Mamma) — Wed, 03 Jan 2007 20:50:00 +0000

Encore El Paseo Invitational Exhibition Tour:

Saturday, January 6, 2007 at 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Due to the overwhelming popularity of the December El Paseo Invitational Exhibition walking tour, another tour has been added. No reservations are necessary; just meet your guide on the northeast corner of El Paseo and Highway 74 at 10:00 a.m. to learn about the 18 new sculptures that line the median of El Paseo.

For more information about this public art exhibit, walking tours, or other art in Palm Desert CA, please contact Deborah Schwartz at 760-568-5240. For more information on the Public Art program and other events, visit www.palmdesertart.org.

Have a picture of this event? Email it to me, and I'll post it here! I'll even post you copyright info...

Red Jeep Provides Unique View of the Palm Springs CA area

noreply@blogger.com (Vacation Mamma) — Thu, 28 Dec 2006 19:57:00 +0000

I have yet to take a Red Jeeps tour myself, but after this release I can't wait to do so! I so often find myself just lounging around in the desert, but this is a more active way to partake in the natural splendor!

All About Palm Springs, CA - Eco Red Jeep Tours of Palm Springs - BlogHoster: "Desert Adventures offer many off road jeep safaris exploring the Coachella Valley.

For over 14 years, Desert Adventures has been 4x4'ing their way through the desert in and around Palm Springs, California. Trust me, they have lots of big red Jeeps: 18, but who's counting. They can lead any size group from one to 116 people on any of their three fully escorted regular Jeep tours. They range from the one I took, the Indian Cultural Adventure, to Lost Legends of the Wild West Adventure, where you can explore 'Faultline, Californy,' a replica of the Wild West mining camps that sprang up in the late 1800's and learn about mining techniques in a walk-through replica of an old mine. You can enjoy the colorful local history and legends of a rowdy by-gone era when settlers came here in search of freedom and fortune."

Coachella Valley Music Festival Accomodations Available

noreply@blogger.com (Vacation Mamma) — Sat, 25 Nov 2006 03:20:00 +0000

AT LAST - Coachella Dates released: April 27, 28, and 29, 2007.
No performer line up available yet.

Last year was my first owning property in the desert and renting it out to Coachella guests. My 4 guests were wonderful and this year we are again welcoming responsible Coachella Festival goers. My vacation rental is already booked for this time frame, but I do have 3 others available - BUT only to select guests who agree to abide by strict rules to protect these properties. These vacation rental condos are not party houses, but make a fantastic place as home base for those going to the music festival, and those who want to enjoy some of the finer things in the desert. These places won't make you think of Woodstock...
Take a look and call at 949-369-5171 or email Melinda to book. There is a 3 night minimum and rates start at $300/night. ID, rental agreements, and security deposits required.

Classy Chrysanthemum - 2 bedroom condo with spa and fitness privileges in Palm Desert. Sleeps 4.

Suite Honeysuckle - 2 bedroom golf condo in Palm Desert with golf privileges at Palm Valley Country Club. Sleeps 4.

Dramatic Dahlia - 3 bedroom exquisite golf condo in Palm Desert with golf privileges at Palm Valley Country Club. Sleeps 4-6.

Palm Valley Country Club Year End Special Events - 2006

noreply@blogger.com (Vacation Mamma) — Wed, 22 Nov 2006 20:14:00 +0000

As 2006 comes to a close Palm Valley Country Club, home to 3 new vacation rentals with availability still is hosting several special events worthy of some time.

Thanksgiving Feast - Thursday, November 23 - reservations still available by calling 760-345-2737. 6 seatings so you don't have to cook! Traditional Thanksgiving fare with and abundant buffet featuring classics and a few new treats. Children 5 and under are free, under 10 $15.95, others $33.95. Open to the public.

Annual Christmas Charity Golf Tournament - Thursday, December 7 - Members $50, Tenants with membership attached $50, Guests $50. Price includes Christmas Party. Proceeds benefit Coachella Valley Rescue Mission. Everyone is welcome. Sign up 760-345-2742.

Annual Hanukkah Dinner - Thursday, December 21 at 6pm. Dinner served promptly at 6:30pm. Traditional Hanukkah meal and entertainment. Bring a Menorah for candle lighting. $28 adults, $13 children under 10, includes tax & gratuity. Reservation required 760-345-2737 - 72 hour cancellation policy. Everyone welcome.

New Year's Eve Gala - December 31 7-8 pm hosted cocktails, 8 pm dinner, entertainment until 1 am. Why even drive? Stay at my new Dramatic Dahlia or Suite Honeysuckle or Crisp Chyrsanthemum vacation rentals at Palm Valley and walk! All have availability still. Reservations for gala are open to members, tenants, and their guests only and begin 9am on Nov. 20. $125 per guest or tenant including tax and gratuity.

Experiencing Leonardo at the Palm Springs Air Museum | Art Knowledge News

noreply@blogger.com (Vacation Mamma) — Mon, 30 Oct 2006 07:35:00 +0000

If one book or movie can make art or an artist more accessible to the general public, then that must be a good thing. You've read the book, seen the movie, and even recognize "Starry Night"; now get to know the artist in the California desert: The Da Vinci Experience will be at the Palm Springs Air Museum from Nov. 3, 2006 to March 25, 2007. Information is available by visiting : www.palmspringsairmuseum.org and by viewing the article:
Experiencing Leonardo at the Palm Springs Air Museum | Art Knowledge News: "Palm Springs, CA - In the last few years, the world has rediscovered Leonardo da Vinci through a major work of popular fiction. But the reality of Leonardo’s life is that even the best fiction could not convincingly portray his multifaceted personality or fully document his achievements in the worlds of engineering, design, art, aviation and construction. "

Baby giraffe debuts at the Living Desert in Palm Desert CA

noreply@blogger.com (Vacation Mamma) — Thu, 19 Oct 2006 19:56:00 +0000

There is nothing more universally appealing to all ages than a baby animal. A baby giraffe however adorable, won't look like a baby for long. At 5'8" and 113 pounds he's bigger than many of his admirers.

Learn more at:thedesertsun.com | Baby giraffe to make debut this weekend, name announced today and check The Living Desert for current hours, baby oryx information, and "butterflies alive."

News from Palm Springs Art Museum - e newsletter

noreply@blogger.com (Vacation Mamma) — Thu, 19 Oct 2006 18:45:00 +0000

Enjoy this week's update on art in the desert. To sign up for your own copy of this Palm Springs art museum newsletter, see the form at the very bottom. Enjoy.

October 16-22, 2006	This Week at . . . the Palm Springs Art Museum
	"Art is the only thing you cannot punch a button for. You must do it the old-fashioned way. Stay up and really burn the midnight oil. There are no compromises" - Leontyne Price

SAVE THE DATE

Community Day - Saturday, October 28, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

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Dia de los Muertos/
Day of the Dead

MUSIC

ART ACTIVITIES

DANCING

REFRESHMENT S

COMMUNITY ALTAR

GIVEAWAYS

Free to Non Members

October Palm Springs Life E-Newsletter 2006

noreply@blogger.com (Vacation Mamma) — Thu, 19 Oct 2006 18:36:00 +0000

The complete contents of the October email newsletter from Palm Springs Life magazine is below. To sign up for your own copy of the newsletter click here.

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SPECIAL EVENTS

RANCHO MIRAGE ART AFFAIRE 2006

The City of Rancho Mirage is pleased to announce the 6th Annual Rancho Mirage Art Affaire. The popular art and jazz festival will be held November 4 & 5, 10:00 a.m.- 4:00p.m.at beautiful Whitewater Park. The Rancho Mirage Art Affaire is a community event that is presented FREE to the public.100 noted artists will be on display and will include sculpture, glass, painting, ceramics, jewelry and more. There will also be artist demonstrations and children’s art activities. Jazz entertainment will be both days with guitarists Luis Villegas and Steve Oliver on Saturday, and smooth jazz veteran Nils Jiptner and saxophonist Eric Darius on Sunday. Local restaurants will be serving food and a beer & wine garden will be available. Each year the event proceeds benefit local arts and enrichment programs.

For more information contact the City of Rancho Mirage at 760-324-4511. Whitewater Park is located at 71-560 San Jacinto Drive in Rancho Mirage. Online at : http://www.ci.rancho-mirage.ca.us

Fashion Week Returns to El Paseo...

March 18-25, 2007
Fashion Week El Paseo™ is a week-long event that brings together fashion specialists from around the world to present their latest creations via trunk shows, trend forums and exhibitions, showcasing the latest in accessories, art, automotive, beauty, fashion, food, interior design and home.

Fashion Week El Paseo™ showcases the moods and trends of the moment, offering an eclectic snapshot of the best that the world-class shopping avenue, El Paseo, has to offer. El Paseo merchants host individual events at their retail locations during the week. Up-and-coming designers make a special appearance with a finale Fashion Show ending the week.

• VIEW A VIDEO MONTAGE OF THE 2006 EVENTS •

• VIEW A VIDEO CLIP OF THE FINALE FASHION SHOW •

The free Fashion Week El Paseo™ newsletter will keep you up-to-date and in-the-know about all of the events that this exciting week will bring.

Local and national business sponsorships available. Call Heather at 760-325-2333 for details.

PALM DESERT ART OF FOOD AND WINE FESTIVAL

A la Carte Tickets Now Available.... Purchase today!

Cooking & Tasting, Golf & Grilling, Concert & Cocktails, Art & Outdoors. We’ve paired all the things you love to do at the Palm Desert Art of Food & Wine Festival, November 9 – 12, 2006. Join us for champagne receptions, a concert by the ensemble Pink Martini, winery dinners, chef demonstrations, and tastings from premiere restaurants and your favorite vintners. Proceeds from the event benefit higher education in the Coachella Valley.

For more information, visit www.ArtofFoodandWine.com or call 800-873-2428.

THROUGH OCT. 22

La Quinta Trails Days....

Trail map dedication, guided walks, stargazing, and slide show and games on the roadrunner. Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center, 51-500 Hwy. 74, Palm Desert. 760-777-7090.

THE PREFECT GIFT~

Voices Of The Monument & A Monument to Treasure

Take a journey and discover one of North America's most unique and diverse mountain ranges. Learn about the native Cahuilla Indian Tribes and how they survived in such extreme environments. Soar over some of the most spectacular geological landscapes from indigenous palm oasis to one of the largest rockslides in the world. View spectacular footage of the endangered and illusive Peninsular Big Horn Sheep; plus a range of animal, bird and plant life encompassing five different life zones. Shot in spectacular high definition HDTV you'll experience the detail of this diverse and seldom seen land.

Preview a short clip of the DVD

Order Online: $19.99

Proceeds from the sale of this Emmy® Award winning documentary will go to the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument.

YOU... are invited to join Grandpa and Bobby on their exciting journey through the Santa Rosa and Mount San Jacinto Mountains National Monument.

Written by Debbie Bertram & Susan Bloom, Illustrated by Stuart Funk

In this children's book, Bobby and his grandfather take a journey through the monument. Although their journey is fictional, all of the places and activities in the story are real and can be visited.

Order Online: $19.95

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City of Palm Desert Art Events

noreply@blogger.com (Vacation Mamma) — Wed, 18 Oct 2006 03:16:00 +0000

The City of Palm Desert Public Art Program is pleased to announce the 2007/2008 El Paseo Invitational Sculpture Exhibition.

Participants include:

Walter Askin

Mike Berg

John Branstetter

Kenneth Capps

Jean-Louis Corby

David Dornan

Ed Haddaway

jd Hansen

Damon Hildreth

Brad Howe

Robert Lobe

David Middlebrook

Peter Mitten

John Okulick

Brad Rude

Brian Russell

George Snyder

Don Wakefield

The Exhibition will be installed on the El Paseo median between Highway 74 and Portola during the last two weeks of October and will feature large-scale sculptures in bronze, stainless steel, tempered hammered aluminum and more.

Please join us for a public dedication of the Exhibition on Thursday, November 9, at 6:00 p.m. on the lawn at The Gardens on El Paseo. For more information about the Exhibition or the dedication visit www.palmdesertart.org, or call 760-568-5240.

Indian Wells Resort (and Priceline) Review

noreply@blogger.com (Vacation Mamma) — Thu, 05 Oct 2006 18:45:00 +0000

When visiting the Palm Springs area in the past I've only stayed in Palm Desert:
Marriott Desert Springs Resort Villas I & II (timeshares, but reservable to outsiders)
Club Intrawest (timeshares, but somehow I got to stay at these gorgeous condos)
Palm Valley Country Club (my own luxury vacation rental condo)

Many of my trips to Palm Desert are for vacation rental business at Palm Valley, but my place is often occupied. I usually just suck it up and drive 2 hours out and back from Orange County. Not last week!

I decided to go out the night before, and being frugal...I decided to try Priceline for the first time ever. I'd always been afraid to use the service because too much was at stake when my trips involved airplanes and vacations. For one night though? In an area I know? Why Not?

My Priceline experience was great. I took a look at what they had in their inventory. Spent a few minutes researching the hotels and then decided they were still a little more than it was worth to me to spend the night (I put a $100 value on not having to drive it all in one day). I then saw the "name your price" feature and took a gamble: 3 stars in Indian Wells or Palm Desert for $50. They booked the Indian Wells Resort hotel for me at that rate, plus tax, with a continental breakfast included. It was only 10 minutes from my ultimate destination.

Upon arrival on a weekday evening the staff was efficient and curteous. The lobby was clean, inviting, and felt a bit luxurious for $50. Checkin was fine, EXCEPT I needed to pay a $16 "resort fee." I know these are not optional, but didn't see this disclosed anywhere with Priceline. I didn't choose to question the charge, because I already felt like I was getting a tremendous value.

For that $16 I was able to enjoy some appetizers in the bar before dinner time (plus and excellent Cosmo for a reasonable charge); an oatmeal breakfast and fresh coffee in the morning. Had I had time, it would have also given me access and transport to the private Indian Wells Country Club, home of the Bob Hope Classic, and at the Golf Resort at Indian Wells, named one of the 10 best golf courses in CA.

The Indian Wells Resort seemed a bit dated and confused: was it art deco or romanesque? My room was spacious, comfortable, and had free wireless internet, but it smelled a bit odd (either residual smoke at this non smoking hotel or mildew), but had been updated.
All in all, a 3 star accomodation, at a 1 star price! Not bad ;)

La Quinta's History Uncovered and Explained

noreply@blogger.com (Vacation Mamma) — Tue, 12 Sep 2006 15:52:00 +0000

There was a time when I, like most who hadn't spent any time in the desert cities of southern California, only knew of Palm Springs. I also just referred to the whole area as "Palm Springs." It is only clear to the repeat visitor and resident that there are very distinct cities "out there in the desert" and that they actually come with a rich history and flavor.

La Quinta is receiving it's own history book of sorts and it may be worth a read.

It seems La Quinta has always been a place to rejuvenate. Here I thought it was just me who discovered that it has good restaurants and affordable basic shopping (Target and Lowes).

"A resort brochure from the early years notes that when Southern California was Spanish territory travelers on horseback or in covered wagons often would spend four days roughing it through the desert before stopping at sites that were designated resting places for the fifth day.

"La quinta" is Spanish for "the fifth."

"On this day, the journey would end early and good food, music, dancing and wine would give the weary traveler his much needed relaxation," the brochure reads. It is unclear whether the site of the resort was one of those resting places, the promotional leaflet says."

Learn more about the history of La Quinta in the article link below:PE.com | Inland Southern California | Inland News