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 | Nicolino's Stays True to its Recipes, BeliefsRestaurants come and go all the time. But Nicolino’s Italian Restaurant, which is the oldest Italian family restaurant in the Coachela Valley, has real staying power. |
 | Palm Springs Psychologist Knows Weight Loss Struggles PersonallyPalm Springs psychologist Dr. Judi Hollis will emphasize the “How of Eating is More Important Than the What” June 22 at the Coachella Valley Repertory Theater in Rancho Mirage. |
 | Riviera Palm Springs Offers Cool Alternative on Thursday NightsThe Riviera Palm Springs Resort & Spa is offering a cool way to beat the heat every Thursday night from 6 to 10 p.m. starting this week (June 20) through Oct. 20. |
 | Steady as it GrowsHome prices are higher, but there is concern that the Fed’s Quantitative Easing program might create another price bubble or that rising mortgage rates of the last few months will stop the housing recovery. |
 | Coachella Valley Housing: Buy, Sell or HoldIn this presentation Market Watch explains in detail the Distress Housing Market Model used to predict the 20% price gain in the Valley’s housing markets in 2012. |
 | AMFM Fest Bestows Awards on First Class of FilmsThe AMFM Fest handed out awards to its first class of films shown during the four-day festival in Cathedral City, including Gary King's "How to Write a Joe Schermann Song" for Best Film. |
 | Gay vs. Straight Plays Out on Streets of Palm SpringsThe appearance of the Palm Springs High School marching band in the Palm Springs Gay Pride Parade created a fervor captured in a documentary film featured in this week's Palm Springs International ShortFest. |
 | In Viridian to Play at Global Day of DiscoveryPalm Springs' In Viridian produces a melodic indie rock sound punctuated with jangling guitar riffs, catchy melodies and Arturo Ramirez’s infectious vocals. |
 | Documentary Gives Visual Insights to Gay FamiliesEighteen-year-old Katherine Kearns is already an accomplished film director whose short documentary, 'A Family Like Mine', will screen at the highly regarded Palm Springs International ShortFest, which runs June 18-24. |
 | Bringing the Salton Sea to Life in PhotosIn her current photography exhibit at the La Quinta Museum, Christina Lange attempts to dispel negative rumors surrounding the Salton Sea. |
 | AMFM Fest: Day 4 ScheduleActor Viggo Mortensen will be honored with the Dennis Lee Hopper Award on the final day of AMFM Fest in Cathedral City. |
 | AMFM Fest: Day 3 ScheduleDay 3 of AMFM Fest in Cathedral City is highlighted by actor Michael Madsen's poetry reading at the Ace Hotel and Terraplane Sun with a midnight concert. |
 | Family Traditions Celebrate 40 Years at Las Casuelas NuevasFrom the grand hacienda styled restaurant to the Delgado name, Las Casuelas Nuevas in Rancho Mirage continues a family legacy dating back to the rich traditions of generations past. |
 | Ed Asner Finds Promise From the Open RoadActor Ed Asner lent his narrative voice to the documentary, "America Road", which premieres tonight (June 14) at the AMFM Fest in Cathedral City. |
 | The Softer Side of Cedric Bixler-ZavalaCedric Bixler Zavala's latest record is a departure from the sound so many of his fans might be accustomed to. He recorded an album full of love songs. |
 | AMFM Fest: Day 2 ScheduleThe four-day AMFM fest really gets going with an 'insiders' panel featuring studio execs, producers and directors, plus a loaded musical lineup. |
 | AMFM Fest Lists Today's Opening Day ScheduleThe AMFM Fest in Cathedral City gets underway today (June 13) with the Opening Gala at the Mary Pickford Theater and a full slate of films. |
 | Michael Madsen Finds a New Audience in Poetry WritingsActor Michael Madsen published his first book of poems when he owned a house in Rancho Mirage’s Thunderbird Heights. Three additional books later, he is back in town to read from one. |
 | Weekender: AMFM Fest, Doobie Brothers, Lavender FestivalWeekender 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. |
 | Family Influence Brings Out the Soul of MexicoSoul of Mexico's extensive menu is filled with family recipes, traditional Mexican fare, and a few surprises at its Indio location. |
 | Ace Hotel's "For the Record" Salutes Robert ZemeckisThe Ace Hotel in Palm Springs will honor director Robert Zemeckis with its “For The Record: Zemeckis”, which takes the music from the his movies and transforms them into a live theatrical concert experience. |
 | These Cats Are Simply PurrrrfectCat shows are more than just about showing off your favorite feline. It's a regular social scene, just like the June 8 show at the Palm Springs Convention Center. |
 | Greenwich Village Gave Voice to a GenerationDuring the turbulent 1960s, the music coming out of Greenwich Village not only banded a generation together, but put into the words the distrust with government and the anti-war movement. |
 | 'Something More Beautiful' in Store for Beth Orton FansBeth Orton is everything one might imagine her to be - cool and dreamy - just like her music even after a six-year hiatus from recording and touring. |
 | 'Juneteenth' Honors African-American Culture, Heritage in Coachella ValleySandra Austin recreated a version of 'Juneteenth' with an 'honoring ceremony' to celebrate African American culture and heritage in the Coachella Valley, and benefit the Family Heath & Support Network's foster care program. |
 | Joshua Tree Gay Pride Festival Celebrates ProgressThis year’s fifth annual Joshua Tree Gay Pride Festival on June 15, which carries the theme “A Celebration for Progress”, comes as the U.S. Supreme Court is about to rule on the validity of Proposition 8. |
 | Gram Rabbit Develops 'Vivid, Colorful' Style in Joshua TreeThe Joshua Tree-based rock group Gram Rabbit will play headliner to the inaugural AMFM Fest June 14 in Cathedral City, and the Joshua Tree Gay Pride Festival June 15. |
 | William Charles Tanner Creates 'Modern' Thinking ArchitectureBefore Palm Springs was incorporated as a city in 1938, architect William Charles Tanner's noteworthy work included the Thomas O’Donnell House. |
 | Merv Griffin Estate in La Quinta Sells for $7 MillionMerv Griffin's 39-acre equestrian estate in La Quinta, which had become a party house for the Coachella Music & Arts Festival, has sold for $7 million. |
 | 10 Places to Take Dad for Father's DayFrom price fixe menus to buffet brunch or fun activities, there is no shortage of ideas to treat Dad on Father's Day in the Palm Springs and surrounding desert communities. |
 | Cyndi Lauper Could Make Tony Awards HistorySince the 1980s, Cyndi Lauper has influenced the Billboard charts and legions of followers. However, her latest endeavor primes to conquer another frontier: the Broadway composer superstardom. |
 | Mary Hart, Burt Sugarman Keep Music in the Lives of ChildrenPart-time Palm Desert residents Mary Hart and Burt Sugarman recently opened their Beverly Hills home to spread the word about the Classics for Kids Foundation. |
 | The Fabulous Palm Springs Follies to Close its Doors for GoodAfter 23 years, The Fabulous Palm Springs Follies' 2013-14 season, titled 'The Last Hurrah!', will also be its last. |
 | Weekender: Paul Anka, Jewel, The Beach BoysWeekender 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. |
 | Summer Groove, The Beach Boys Still Go TogetherThe Beach Boys are back, and better than ever, satisfying fans with new material and greatest hits. Teens, adults, and even parents of adults must celebrate the return of this Southern California treasure. |
 | Piero's Pizza Vino Cranks up the HeatInside Piero’s Pizza Vino’s kitchen, their wood-burning oven is heated to 800 degrees — all the better for preparing a large variety of authentic Neapolitan pizzas in just 90 seconds. |
 | 'I Do' Addresses Gay Marriage Issue in FilmSince 'I Do' premiered last year, the timing couldn't have been better with gay marriage and California's Proposition 8 amendment being weighed by the U.S. Supreme Court. |
 | Party Like It's Liberace's HouseOwners Betsy Smalley and Garth Gilpin have maintained an ‘open door’ policy ever since they purchased the Old Las Palmas property in Palm Springs, which was owned by Liberace. |
 | Desert Freedom Band Fills Summer Air With MusicThe Desert Winds Freedom Band will perform its “Summer Pops Concert” at 4 p.m. June 8 in the Community Room of the Rancho Mirage Public Library. |
 | Parenting Made Easier with Movies Made for Babies'Baby’s Night Out' at the Mary Pickford in Cathedral City offers new moms and dads a chance to get out of the house, bring their baby in tow and still enjoy a first-rate movie. |
 | Baby Boomers Meet Desert HousingThe Market Watch seminar on April 26th begins by explaining to us the 8% price gain in the median price per sq. ft. of a Valley home during the first three months of this year. |
 | Shine Bright Like a DiamondJewel is back to enchant her fans with new music and a tour that will bring her to Agua Caliente Resort & Spa on June 7. |
 | Free Thursdays Feature Films, Art Museum AdmissionEvery Thursday, the Palm Springs Art Museum will treat patrons with a free movie starting with foreign films for the first 10 weeks followed by five classic comedies for the last five weeks. |
 | Virginia Waring Dies at Rancho Mirage HomeVirginia Waring, 97, whose name adorned an international piano competition in the Coachella Valley since 2001, died June 2 at her Rancho Mirage home. |
 | Plan a Get-Together at Your Vacation HomeVacation homes are a great way to experience Coachella Valley during the summer months. Now that you’re settled into your home away from home, celebrate your arrival with a party. |
 | Palm Springs Ranks as No. 1 Gay Friendly CityPalm Springs has been chosen the No. 1 gay friendly city in the country – ahead of San Francisco - by nerdwallet.com, based on based municipal laws, community and peer support, and safety and tolerance. |
 | Palm Springs ShortFest Packs a Mighty PunchThe Palm Springs International ShortFest returns with a slew of delicious offerings that will leave cinephiles breathless. |
 | Welcome to the NeighborhoodYou just signed on the dotted line. The keys to your vacation home are in your hand. The first thing on your mind: It’s time to party! |
 | Life of the PartyThe DJ Whether you have 10 or 2,500 people at an event, the music sets the tone. A master DJ recognizes the reactions of people to certain records and adjusts the mood accordingly. |
 | The Cha Cha - June 2013Two friends. Two opinions. Desert Guide contributor Nick Marcucci and Editor Ebony March discuss their favorite happenings and places in the Coachella Valley. |
 | DIY Spa TreatmentsWhen searching for a quick pick-me-up, look no further than your own cabinets and shelves. Do-it-yourself spa treatments are an excellent way to maintain proper health and wellness. |
 | Wow-Factor Cocktail Dresses and Party WearDress to impress this season with the hottest new looks in party fashions. Cocktail attire was shown on runways from Paris to Palm Desert this year |
 | Sexy SandalsSummer is here, and you’re not in style without the latest sandals. Chic gladiators, hip lace-ups, and earthy Birkenstocks are trends that anyone can wear. |
 | Ice, Ice BabyThe Greater Palm Springs area is known for its blazing hot temperatures in the summer. But there are plenty of options for keeping cool. Instead of the swimming pool, try the ice rink. |
 | The Par PlanFrom the learned minds of Golf Magazine and the instructional team at GolfTEC comes The Par Plan ($29.95, Time Home Entertainment). |
 | Quiz: What Kind of Cocktail Are You?A lot can be determined about a person based on the kind of drink he or she orders at a bar. To find out what your taste says about you, take our quiz. |
 | Asian Fare With a Trendy FlarePalm Springs is known for its diverse cuisine. From classic American dishes to more adventurous flavors from the Far East, taste it all in the Coachella Valley. |
 | Summer Fun at Any AgeWhat makes the generations tick, particularly here in the Coachella Valley? We have a few suggestions. |
 | Weekender: Restaurant Week, Happy Birthday Marilyn, Scotty McCreeryWeekender 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. |
 | Jesse Souza - Food & Wine Palm Desert 2013Jesse Souza, Executive Chef, Circa 59 at the Riviera Palm Springs prepares Duck confit on a cornmeal crepes with apple slaw & chipotle blackberry sauce at Food & Wine Festival Palm Desert 2013 |
 | Drew Davis - Food & Wine Palm Desert 2013Chef\Owner Drew Davis of Catalan Restaurant in Rancho Mirage prepares Lobster Piaya and serves the restaurant's own Sangria at Food & Wine Festival Palm Desert 2013 |
 | Palm Springs Life Publisher Among C-SPAN InterviewsC-SPAN’s Local Content Vehicles staff recently visited Palm Springs to gather interviews for a variety of stories on the city’s history and literary culture. |
 | Free Party Celebrates Marilyn Monroe's 87th BirthdayThe 'Forever Marilyn' statue in downtown Palm Springs will be the site of a free concert June 1 to celebrate the late starlet Marilyn Monroe's 87th birthday. |
 | Power Up: Baseball Returns to Palm SpringsThe 2013 edition of the Palm Springs Power welcome back five returning players when the baseball season opens May 31 with a three-game set against the Tucson Nationals at Palm Springs Stadium. |
 | A World of Cool PossibilitiesInside Great Shakes, a world of cool possibilities reveals itself. There are 25 shakes and malts to check out at this downtown Palm Springs location. |
 | Dining Out Goes Viral During Restaurant WeekThe sixth annual Palm Springs Restaurant Week, which begins May 31 and runs through June 16, involves more than 100 participating restaurants, hotels and local attractions across the Coachella Valley. |
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