| Regular Features |
| 46 | Publisher's Letter: With Thanks To All As We Look Ahead To 1981 |
| 48 | Comment: A Variety Of Opinions From Psl Readers |
| 50 | Sandscript: The Old Alum Goes Home Again; A Nostalgic Journey |
| 54 | Psl Informant: News, Rumors, Facts And Observations |
| 56 | Closeups: Interesting People You Should Get To Know |
| 62 | Cosmetlque: Fragrances Are "can't-miss" Ideas |
| 65 | Fashion: Holiday Packages Come In Fancy Wrappings |
| 82 | Gallery Scene: Exhibits At Many Local Art Galleries |
| 201 | Books & Authors: A 200th-birthday Book Of Los Angeles |
| 205 | Stocks: Act Quickly, Think Later Attitude Is Common |
| 209 | Tax Talk: Age-shy Seniors Are Losing Tax Breaks |
| 213 | Around Town: A Masquerade Ball, Lots Of Openings Begin Season |
| 226 | Estates & Properties: Some Snazzy Selections For Good Living |
| 229 | Shoppers Bazaar: Your Choice For Gifts And Personal Pleasure |
| 232 | Astrological Forecast: Surprises In Store For Sagittarians |
| Special Interest |
| 70 | Remembrances Of Christmas Past: Seven Desert Pioneers Tell It Like It Was |
| 79 | Joy To The World: Celebrating Through Some Works Of Art |
| 85 | From Far Corners: Dream Presents From Exotic Locations |
| 89 | It's In The Giving: Places To Fill Your Shopping List |
| 187 | Noah Dietrich: The Man Behind Howard Hughes And His Millions |
| 195 | George Hurrell: Photographing Hollywood's Truly Glamorous People |
| 199 | Children's Holiday Festival: A 12 Days Of Christmas Event In Palm Springs |
| 200 | The Paul Jenkins Phenomena: A Special Exhibition At Desert Museum |
| Home And Garden |
| 97 | Eclectic Elegance: Steve Chase-designed Canyon Heights |
| 107 | Festive Fireplaces: Homes Are Warmed By Spectacular Hearths |
| 112 | A Beautiful Bash: Serve Up Fancy Cakes For At-home Entertaining |
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ABOUT THE COVER: The joys of Christmas are expressed by Justin and Jennifer Bramblett. Photo by Jim Fridley of Palm Springs. Christmas tree and decorations from Adam's Eden, Palm Desert.