If you’re reading this, YAY! You made it to the other side of 2023, also known as 2024! Here’s a roundup of all the good things that happened in 2023: Scientists discovered that hitting the snooze button on your alarm has positive benefits. And that concludes our roundup of good things in 2023! There is, […]
When you think of Palm Springs, naturally surfing springs to mind. What? Okay, it will soon enough, as surfers from around the world start checking out the Palm Springs Surf Club. After a few stops and starts, it has been consistently wowing surfers and those who enjoy a warm sun while floating down a lazy […]
In the mid-1980s, I was touring with a cover band for the DoD. When we were in Okinawa, a couple of the flyboys took us to a bar and I saw and sang karaoke for the first time ever. I’d never even heard of it at the time but came home and told all my […]
Although this is a continuation of my first destination wedding post, it’s a bit of a “Chinese menu” if you will — one from this column, one from that column. You just need to decide on which one from each menu. Also here, you will find our bakers, florists, and a photographer. Keep in mind, […]
It’s June, and you know what that means — it’s time to forget Father’s Day! One year, my dad skipped church (I’m kidding, he never went to church) so my mom and my sibling and I went and learned it was Father’s Day. Gah! If it had been at the Baptist Bible school my parents […]
It’s the eve of what we call “season” here in Palm Springs, and while the usual suspects remain strong contenders for your enjoyment here, there are enough events to fill up everyone’s travel diary. It’s a LOT, so I’m keeping this short. And a reminder, if you’re coming to Palm Springs, please consider one of […]
Glorious September in Palm Springs, often offering the perfect balance between sun worshipers and those preferring a more sun-kissed look. With the lower temps and evenings cooling down substantially, the nights are delightfully dreamy. Leisurely strolls down Palm Canyon are back in style, and dining al fresco is de rigueur. With the evenings cooling off, […]
“Spring is nature’s way of saying, ”Let’s party!’” — Robin Williams Welp, it’s time for Coachella again, and what a beast of a party it’s going to be this year with Billie Eilish, Harry Styles, Swedish House Mafia, and Kanye (billed as Ye) headlining. There’s already a titch of craz-ye in the air. Per their […]
“I want to be alone” is not just something that Greta Garbo said — it’s a thing. Sometimes you just want to get away from the noise of the crowds, maybe even from everyone and everything, just for a week or weekend. Your goal is recalibrate, rejuvenate, relax, renew — all the “re’s” except responsibility. […]
Holy Ned, October is jamming! We’ve got Modernism Week Preview plus Palm Springs Leather Pride. If neither of those float your boat, there’s HALLOWEEN! It’s a huge holiday here in Palm Springs, and Halloween on Arenas is sick (in the best way possible). Costumes are off the charts creative, and the whole town is one […]
