November 2008

In True Form

Claire Shaeffer demystifies couture — fortified by 1,100 authentic designer fashions

Fashion - Turn Up the Heat

Fall swimwear keeps temperatures rising

Come Sail Away

A private owner opens the angular Boat House — built for racecar driver James Jeffords in 1989 — to guests seeking a magical escape

By Allison Engel

Live... From Indian Wells!

“One-namers” — Palmer, Nicklaus, Player, Watson, Trevino, Woods, and Sorenstam — have teed up in the made-for-television LG Skins Game.

By Tim Sweeney

On the Same Wavelength

From their longstanding radio stations to the genesis of a cultural center, Ric and Rozene Supple find harmony together

By Sharon Apfelbaum

Editor's Letter

In a recent Washington Times story, Patrick Rooney, director of research at the Center on Philanthropy at Indiana University, said a typical recession causes charitable giving to drop between 1 and...

By Steven Biller

Intelligencer

Nonstop Dubai, Here's To Your Wealth, Reflections - Larry Davis

Signing On With Shakespeare

Annette Salvesen seeks someone to continue a project she has been working on since 1943, the year she knocked on Laurence Olivier’s door and asked him to sign her treasured volume of Shakespeare...

The Right Stuff

Jim Sheehy’s lifelong interest in space landed him an elite position in the travel industry: a partnership in Palm Desert-based Protravel International, which has gained accreditation as one of...

Janice Kleinschmidt

Posing With Purpose

How do you remind someone of a need every day (or at least every month)? Make calendars. The Golden Rainbow Senior Center created one for 2009 to help keep the center open and build affordable...

Janice Kleinschmidt

In Store - Gifts That Give

When it’s time to give, consider gifts that bring joy not only the recipient, but also to others.

By Sarah Reiss

Wheels - The Last Temptation of Bentley?

A behemoth, to be sure, the new Brooklands emphasizes precision and luxury

By Pat Devereux

Wine - Variety Show

A Santa Barbara County wine country visit reveals unexpected diversity

By Janice Kleinschmidt

12 Tips for Enjoying The Art of Food & Wine Palm Desert Grand Tasting

Before you head out for an afternoon of wine tasting, check out these suggestions for getting the most out of the experience.

By Janice Kleinschmidt

Food & Dining - Chocolate

Chocolate is a worldwide favorite that comes in many delectable forms and offers health benefits (if you don’t overindulge). Desert chocolate lovers can find new and exotic creations in candy...

By Donna Curran

Wealth - Giving in Tight Times

As the economy hangs in limbo, the need increases for donations to assist individuals and families

By Ellen Paris

Rear View - Turn On, Tune In, Drop Out

Timothy Leary and his brethren spread love and LSD in Garner Valley

By Ann Japenga

Horoscope - November 2008

Coming to Our Senses

By Sherryl Nova