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Al Jolson Bought Same Palm Springs House Twice

Singer and actor Al Jolson lived in the Movie Colony area of Palm Springs not once, but twice and in the same house.

By Jim Powers

Tony Bennett: The Name Stays With You

It was Palm Springs' Bob Hope who gave Tony Bennett his name, and from there the singer has done the rest. Even at the age of 86, his signature voice is a testament to his enduring popularity.

By Jim Powers

Joshua Tree Turns Up the Volume

Folks are lured in by Joshua Tree National Park's picturesque landscapes and the lore of the desert.But in May and October, the pull will be akin to a siren’s song when the Joshua Tree Music Festival gets underway.

By Ebony March

Huey Lewis Tour Marks 30th Year of 'Sports'

Huey Lewis and the News come to the Morongo Casino Resort and Spa May 17 the same week a special commemorative issue of "Sports" is released celebrating its 30th anniversary.

By Jim Powers

Sally Kellerman Stays True to Her Singing

After appearing in more than 60 films, including the one which put her on the map, M*A*S*H, Sally Kellerman talks about how she managed to keep her singing career in the mix.

By Michelle Roe

Palm Springs Steel Home Gains New Owners Bent on Restoration

The last of the seven prefab Steel Homes in the historic Racquet Club Estates of North Palm Springs has been recently purchased with the intent of restoring the home to its original condition.

By Jim Powers

Concert for Autism Rocks Saturday at The Hood Bar

The Agents, Blasting Echo, Waxy, Johnny Elsewhere, and more will perform Saturday at the Concert for Autism at The Hood Bar and Pizza in Palm Desert.

By Ebony March

Costa Leads LGBT Center's Move to More Inclusive

Palm Springs resident Gary Costa, who was recently hired as executive director of the LGBT Community Center of the Desert, looks forward to taking the organization from its senior-only roots to a full-fledged resource center.

By Jim Powers

Rafael Nadal's Words Speak Volumes About La Quinta Resort & Spa

In naming the La Quinta Resort & Club this month the No. 1 tennis resort in the United States, Luxury Travel Magazine picked up on pro Rafael Nadal's affinity for the desert hideaway.

Weekender: Penn and Teller, Amgen Tour of California, Cyndi Lauper

Weekender helps plan out your weekend in Palm Springs and the desert resort cities with concerts, events, restaurants, nightlife, clubs and the world of entertainment only found in the desert.

By Jim Powers