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Desert Adventures – RED JEEP TOURS – Palm Desert, California

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Since 1988, Desert Adventures has provided the most highly regarded outdoor adventures in the Greater Palm Springs area and we are the #1 Outdoor Activity in the California Desert on TripAdvisor! Our tours and events provide an authentic and unique Destination Experience that captures the true essence of the California desert. Climb aboard one of our signature open-air Big Red Jeeps with removable shade tops for an engaging, entertaining, and educational journey with one of our highly-trained naturalist tour guides. Red Jeep Tours and Adventures For your safety and convenience, we offer both public (shared) and private San Andreas Fault Tours. With public tours, your party may be combined with one or more other parties in the same Jeep (up to 7 guests). With private tours, the Jeep is reserved exclusively for your party. The only other person who will be with you is your fully vaccinated guide. Come see for yourself why Desert Adventures is #1 Outdoor Activity in the California Desert on TripAdvisor! WHAT OUR GUESTS ARE SAYING We had a great time on this tour. It was very informative and the scenery was beautiful. we loved our guide, Bruce! I would highly recommend Red Jeep T… Michelle L. We did the San Andreas Fault tour. Our guide Morgan was a fountain of information, not only about the geology and fault line but about history, native… Sarah Nestled at the base of the Indio Hills at the northeastern end of the Coachella Valley, Metate Ranch features over 800-acres of private property, a variety of pristine desert landscapes, and several extraordinary outdoor settings for your Palm Springs area wedding or event. LOCATION & ACCESSIBILITY: Metate Ranch is located 45-60 minutes northeast of downtown Palm Springs or Desert Hot Springs, 30-45 minutes from Rancho Mirage, and 15-30 minutes from Palm Desert, Indian Wells, La Quinta or Indio. Our venues are accessible by Jeep, car, or bus. FLEXIBILITY & EASE: Our secluded location allows us to be relatively flexible regarding noise and time restrictions, and our passionate and professional Events Team works with you every step of the way, and attends to every detail, to ensure that your event is everything you imagined. THE PERFECT SOLUTION: Whether you are looking for an intimate and unique place for a special celebration or you are looking for a one-of-a-kind location for a large group event, Metate Ranch provides a safe and memorable location for you to connect and celebrate. Gather and celebrate at the Enchanted Desert, our most popular and upscale event venue at Metate Ranch. Located on two levels, this stunning location offers a distinctive and private outdoor space superimposed against a magnificent natural desert backdrop of striking canyon walls and native palms. The upper level features our recreated Cahuilla Indian Village which sits on the archaeological site of the ancient Cahuilla Village of Paltewet. Our Celebration Stage sits beside a sparkling pond with spectacular mountain views and features a beautiful, ornate metal arch, providing an amazing photo spot for any occasion. During your event, guests will have a blast playing a variety of interactive games in our Outdoor Games arcade. The lower level is home to the main event space featuring two stone-inlaid bars, a large circular fire pit, comfortable shaded seating area, catering and buffet areas, restrooms, and more. The Enchanted Desert is a fantastic location for all sorts of group experiences including: Corporate Parties and Events Corporate Retreats, Workshops, or Seminars Out-of-the-Box Meetings Product Launches Weddings and Receptions Social Events, Fundraisers, and Celebrations Family Reunions Wellness Retreats

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McCormick's 72nd Palm Springs Classic Car Auction started Friday, features almost 600 cars

McCormick’s Palm Springs Collector Car Auction Arrives in February

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For those who are vintage car enthusiasts or dream of owning one, McCormics Palm Springs Collector Car Auctions will have nearly 600 cars on display February 23-26, 2023, for McCormick 72nd Palm Springs Classic Car Auction, which includes modern classics of the 80s, 90s, and 2000s. This much-anticipated event will take place at the Palm Springs Convention Center Outdoor Event area. Tickets will be available for purchase at the gate. Friday is free all-day admission. Admission for Saturday and Sunday is 15 dollars per day or 25 dollars for both days. A free parking and shuttle map is available at www.classic-carauction.com. The itinerary for Thursday, February 23, includes vehicle check from 8 am to 5 pm. This is the first day of vehicle check-in, and it is advised that if participants have a Friday car, they should get it checked in on-site this day. Also, on-site bidder registration starts inside the main auction office. Friday, February 24th, will feature 180 cars crossing the block. Free Champagne Happy Hour will last from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. for buyers and sellers.  The car auction will be from noon to 8 p.m. at Lots 1 through 180.  Vehicle check-in will be from 8 a.m. through 5 p.m. Gates open at 8 a.m. for preview. Sellers are instructed to check their vehicles on-site then proceed to the auction office to check in their title and DMV paperwork. It is important to get your vehicle on-site this day as it is a free preview day for the public. The Collector Car Auction starts at noon sharp, with 180 vehicles crossing the block. This day is also free admission for the public. On Saturday, February 25, the car auction will last from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. in Lots 181 through 405. Gates open at 8 a.m. for a preview. The auction will start at 10 a.m. sharp. 225 cars will cross the block this day at a rate of approximately 20 per hour. The auction lists show the approximate time each car will cross the block. Sellers are advised to be with their car when it comes to the podium. On Sunday, February 26th, the car auction will begin at 10 a.m. and end at 5 p.m. in Lots 406 – 580. Gates open at 8 a.m. for a preview. The Sunday Morning Coming Down with free Mimosas and Bloody Marys will take place in the main auction tent Sunday morning from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., followed by 175 cars crossing the block at 10 a.m. sharp. Auction bidder registration is priced at 30 dollars, which includes admission for the bidder and a guest. Also included is a free Champagne Happy Hour for you and a guest in the main auction tent on Friday from 11 a.m. to noon and bidders are welcome to attend the Sunday Morning Coming Down with free Mimosas and Bloody Marys in the main auction tent Sunday morning from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. The auction starts immediately after each event. EVENT DETAILS  McCormick’s  72nd auction will take place on February  26th, 27th, and 28th, 2022. This will be a live, in-person auction. The event will take place in the usual outdoor location on the grounds of The Palm Springs Convention Center.  We are operating under all CDC guidelines to protect you and our staff. Classic car show & auction of Classic, Vintage & Muscle Cars. Prices from just $3000 to over $250,000. General public & dealers welcome. Friday is FREE, Saturday & Sunday $15 each or $25 for all days. Tickets can be purchased at the gate. $30 bidder registration. Spectators are also welcome! For Free Parking & Shuttle map click HERE SCHEDULE FRIDAY, February 25th FREE Champagne Happy Hour 11 am – 12 noon for buyers & sellers.  Auction 12 noon – 8 pm (now expanded to 180 cars) LOTS 1 – 180.  Vehicle check-in 8 am – 5 pm. Gates open at 8 am for a preview. Sellers check your vehicle in on-site then proceed to our office to check in your title and DMV paperwork. It is important to get your vehicle on-site this day as it is FREE preview day for the public. THE AUCTION STARTS AT 12 NOON SHARP WITH 180 VEHICLES CROSSING THE BLOCK. THIS DAY IS ALSO FREE ADMISSION FOR THE PUBLIC. SATURDAY, February 26th Auction 10 am – 7 pm, LOTS 181 – 405. Gates open at 8 am for a preview. The auction starts at 10 am sharp. 225 cars will cross the block this day at a rate of approx. 20 per hour. Our auction lists show the approx. time each car will cross the block. If you are a seller please be with your car when it comes on the podium. SUNDAY, February 27th Auction 10am – 5pm, LOTS 406 – 580 – Gates open at 8am for preview. ‘Sunday Morning Coming Down’ with FREE Mimosas and Bloody Marys in the main auction tent Sunday morning from 9am – 10am FOLLOWED BY 175 CARS CROSSING THE BLOCK AT 10AM SHARP.

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Coachella Valley Holidays

California Desert Chorale Concludes Concert Season

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On December 11 and 18, the California Desert Chorale closed its winter season with a finale performance of the “Holiday Singin’ & Swingin” live concert. Led by Artistic Director Tim Bruneau and Principal Accompanist Bruce Magnum, the choral program featured classical pieces and holiday favorites. The concert took place at 3 PM at the Hope Lutheran Church in Palm Desert. The California Desert Chorale live choral concert included festive and fun performances of “A Doo Wop Christmas” by Kirby Shaw; “Swing into Christmas” by J. Garland W. Kent & J. Livingston, arranged by Mac Huff; “The Chanukah Song (We Are Lights)” by Stephen Schwarts, arranged by Nowlin; and many more. Special features of the performance included 32 choristers arranged by soprano, alto, tenor, and bass; 11 Instrumentalists with chamber orchestra including violins, viola, cello, bass, flute, oboe, harp, trumpets, and percussion; and an audience sing-along portion with a medley of holiday favorites including “Deck The Halls;” “Joy to the World;” “We Wish you A Merry Christmas;” and more. Lyrics were provided along with holiday concert translations. The California Desert Chorale exists to bring joy to singers and audiences alike by providing a wide variety of choral and other inspiring vocal musical performances. The California Desert Chorale will hold the 2023 Scholarship competition, beginning on Saturday, January 28, at 1 pm with a public voice class for all participants. A high degree of personal commitment is required for members to meet the California Desert Chorale’s standards. The Chorale has Monday night rehearsals from September through April; periodic Saturday morning rehearsals; very busy concert week schedules, and occasional community service performances. A substantial portion of the group’s concert repertoire is sung from memory. Therefore, significant individual effort is required between rehearsals. Membership auditions occur prior to the Chorale’s concert season and intermittently during the season, at the discretion of the Artistic Director. All those interested in Chorale membership must perform an individual audition with the Artistic Director prior to acceptance. Current members may be required to re-audition at any point if the Artistic Director perceives the need. Each auditioning singer must perform a memorized solo work from the classical, folk song, musical theater, American standard or sacred music repertoire. Typical audition material includes operatic arias, art songs, and ballads by George Gershwin, Jerome Kern, Irving Berlin, Cole Porter, etc. The musical selection one chooses to use for the audition should readily reflect good breath support, consistent tone quality, accurate tuning, and interpretive skill. Those auditioning must also provide printed sheet music for their audition song. Each auditioning singer will be asked to discuss his or her prior experience as both a choral and solo singer. Some auditioning singers may be required to work privately on specific technical and interpretive skills as a qualification of their membership, at the discretion of the Artistic Director. The California Desert Chorale is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization. The California Desert Chorale is composed of both professional and amateur singers who bring a wide variety of choral and solo experience to the ensemble. For more information on how to support and be involved with the chorale, call (760) 346-4933.

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Acrisure Arena is Home of the CV Firebirds and Berger Foundation Ice plex

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Acrisure Arena recently celebrated its grand opening on December 14, and the Coachella Valley Firebirds, AHL affiliate of the Seattle Kraken, have announced the schedule for the team’s inaugural season. The inaugural season will introduce fans to the Pacific Division through numerous divisional matchups versus the Abbotsford Canucks (Vancouver Canucks), Bakersfield Condors (Edmonton Oilers), Colorado Eagles (Colorado Avalanche), Henderson Silver Knights (Vegas Golden Knights), Ontario Reign (Los Angeles Kings), San Diego Gulls (Anaheim Ducks), San Jose Barracuda (San Jose Sharks), Tucson Roadrunners (Arizona Coyotes), and the Calgary Wranglers’ new AHL franchise. The Firebirds will see two teams outside of their division when they square off against Iowa Wild (Minnesota Wild) and Texas Stars (Dallas Stars). The Stars will be the lone non-divisional team to visit Acrisure Arena (March 11 & 12). Following the four games in the Seattle area, the Firebirds will play 16 games on the road through the middle of December before making their home ice debut at Acrisure Arena, the newest world-class concert and sports venue in the Coachella Valley, on Sunday, December 18. The puck drop for the home opener against the Tucson Roadrunners is slated for 6:00 p.m. PT. Coachella Valley’s two longest homestands take place from January 4 through January 16, 2023, and March 8 through March 19. Both homestands include six games against various teams. Start times will vary throughout the season depending on the day of the week. Most Firebirds weekday home games will begin at 7:00 p.m. PT, with exceptions for two Monday starts at 3:00 p.m. PT pm on January 16 (MLK Day) and February 20 (Presidents’ Day); Saturday night home games will begin at 6:00 p.m. PT; and Sunday home matinees at 3:00 p.m. PT. Fans are encouraged to keep an eye out for the announcement of theme nights, promotional giveaways, viewing parties, and other exciting events surrounding Coachella Valley Firebirds games and inaugural season festivities. For more information and to purchase season tickets for the inaugural season, please visit www.CVFirebirds.com or call 760-835-8778. Additionally, the Berger Foundation Iceplex serves as a welcoming year-round refuge for locals and visitors to skate, train and have fun. Open from 6 am-11:30 pm, the 36,000sf Iceplex features a 250-spectator seat NHL ice rink, four locker rooms, two party room areas, and a mezzanine for customers to enjoy concessions while connecting with friends. A myriad of special events will be open to the public, including hockey and skating programs, tournaments, exhibition ice shows plus themed and charitable activities including DJ Skate nights, Frozen 5k, Be a Star, and more. The Iceplex is the official training center of the Coachella Valley Firebirds. In addition to daily public skating sessions, the Iceplex will also be home to the CV Skate Academy, Adult and Junior Hockey Leagues, Birthday Parties, and more. Opportunities for private ice rental for tournaments, broomball, corporate, nonprofit, and other special events will also be available. The Berger Foundation Iceplex is the premiere community center destination in the Coachella Valley. Visit for vacation rental jomes in the Coachella Valley.. Luxury homes in PALM DESERT Palm Desert offers homes in various architectural styles, custom builds, and even raw land to build your one-of-a-kind dream home. If you want to know more about what’s available to buy in Palm Desert, check out these luxury listings currently on the market with virtual showings. Homes for sale around the Palm Desert Area

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New Homes in the Coachella Valley

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The Coachella Valley has a select few new home developments still selling everything from pre-built condos to customizable new home builds. These homes can be a great option for buyers looking for a home style and size perfectly suited to their needs. Most of the nine cities that comprise the Coachella Valley have new home developments that have unique personalities and styles. For example, if you are searching for a home with a more modern feel your best bet is Palm Springs. On the other hand, if you are looking for a traditional-style home with great value Cathedral City or Palm Desert may be a good choice. Renata at Domani, Palm Desert – 55+ Only Renata at Domani attracts active adult buyers that desire well-priced single-level new homes in one of Southern California’s premiere desert destinations. Renata’s North Palm Desert location provides proximity to the I-10 and is a short drive to neighboring La Quinta, Rancho Mirage, Palm Springs, and more. Renata is close to valued healthcare providers such as Eisenhower Medical, and countless opportunities for shopping and entertainment. There are three-floor plans to choose from, a clubhouse with a pool and spa, fitness center, bocce, community clubhouse, and much more. New home sales are coming soon. Toll Brothers at Escena, Palm Springs, CA This new home development in the northeast corner of Palm Springs offers four single-level floorplans sized from 2,500 to 2,700 sqft (est.), featuring 2 to 3 bedrooms, 2.5 to 3.5 bathrooms, attached 2-car garage, that include a pool and spa. There are several elevation/home designs including mid-century-inspired, contemporary, and international ones. These stunning home exteriors perfectly complement the Palm Springs lifestyle and open home designs. Located at Escena Golf Club, a beautifully scenic location, with convenient access to the rest of the valley with direct access to Gene Audrey Trail. Amenities include a pool and spa included with homes, a dog park, and a clubhouse with a restaurant. Cielo Place at Verano, Cathedral City These affordable and traditional-style single-family homes are the newest homes to the largest new home development in Cathedral City— starting as low as $371,474. There are a total of five single-family floor plans with both one and two-story homes to choose from. These homes have 2 to 5 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms to 3.5 bathrooms. Built by DR Horton, there is a choice in exterior styling. Homebuyers have a choice of Spanish-style, Desert Ranch, or Mediterranean elevations. These homes are also designed with the option to accommodate multiple generations. Beyond the options for homes offered at Verano, there is a fantastic community suite of amenities including a fitness area, pool, spa, clubhouse, grassy play areas, 2 playgrounds, and more. If you are searching for the perfect place to raise a family, affordably retire, or accommodate an extended family there is no better choice than Cielo Place at Verano in the Coachella Valley.

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Cirque Du Soleil: Corteo – Coming to Acrisure Arena

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Cirque Du Soleil: Will be bringing its colorful antics and superb showmanship to Acrisure Arena, Cirque du Soleil: Cortero is bringing its majestic baroque circus acts Thursday, August 31 through Sunday, September 3. Corteo: which means cortege in Italian, is a joyous procession, a festive parade imagined by a clown. The show brings together the passion of the actor with the grace and power of the acrobat to plunge the audience into a theatrical world of fun, comedy, and spontaneity situated in a mysterious space between heaven and earth. Tickets go on sale December 19 – unlock your tickets NOW with this exclusive presale access!

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Acrisure Arena and Coachella Valley Firebirds.

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Stand Together and Oak View Group Announce Exclusive Social Impact Partnership for New Venue and Team with Visit for vacation rental jomes in the Coachella Valley.. Luxury homes in PALM DESERT Palm Desert offers homes in various architectural styles, custom builds, and even raw land to build your one-of-a-kind dream home. If you want to know more about what’s available to buy in Palm Desert, check out these luxury listings currently on the market with virtual showings. Homes for sale around the Palm Desert Area

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Acrisure Arena Event Line Up

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If you’re having trouble viewing this email, click here INSIDERS GUIDE Maroon 5 With Special Guest PJ Morton Saturday, December 31, 8pm BUY TICKETS Chris Rock and Dave Chappelle December 14, 7:30pm BUY TICKETS An Evening With The Doobie Brothers December 15, 8pm BUY TICKETS Sesame Street Live! Make Your Magic January 11, 2pm & 5:30pm January 12, 11am BUY TICKETS Pepe Aguilar January 15, 7pm BUY TICKETS Professional Bull Riders PBR: Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour Friday, February 10, 7pm Saturday, February 11, 8pm BUY TICKETS Harlem Globetrotters February 21, 7pm BUY TICKETS Eagles Friday, February 24, 8pm Saturday, February 25, 8pm BUY TICKETS Ramón Ayala February 26, 8pm BUY TICKETS Ana Gabriel Saturday, March 4, 8pm BUY TICKETS Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefer Band March 7, 8pm BUY TICKETS Reba McEntire With Special Guests Terri Clark & The Isaacs Friday, March 31, 6:30pm BUY TICKETS KNOW BEFORE YOU GO MORE INFO MORE INFO MORE INFO Guaranteed Concert Access  Premium Club seats may be sold out, but you can still secure spectacular seating – with guaranteed access to concerts, family events, and Firebirds hockey. Lock in YOUR seats today. LEARN MORE Visit for vacation rental jomes in the Coachella Valley.. Luxury homes in PALM DESERT Palm Desert offers homes in various architectural styles, custom builds, and even raw land to build your one-of-a-kind dream home. If you want to know more about what’s available to buy in Palm Desert, check out these luxury listings currently on the market with virtual showings. Homes for sale around the Palm Desert Area

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Things to know about Acrisure Arena

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Before you head out to enjoy an event at this new venue, here are tips and insights into what your fan experience will be like. The main entrance on the east side of the building will focus on creating an indoor-outdoor feel featuring an outdoor food court. Since construction began in June 2021, you’ve likely driven by Acrisure Arena perched on the north side of Interstate 10 just off the Cook Street exit and viewed the immense structure rising from ground level, or you’ve seen the renderings that depict people milling in and out of the multi-purpose venue. Fans will gain their first real look inside Acrisure Arena when comics Dave Chappelle and Chris Rock entertain in the round on Dec. 14 followed by The Doobie Brothers (Dec. 15), Grupo Firme (Dec. 16), and then the Coachella Valley Firebirds’ first hockey game on Dec. 18. There are 2,950 parking spaces including 400 plus for VIP. John Bolton, senior vice president of entertainment and general manager of the arena has decades of experience around venues like Acrisure Arena. In fact, he’s helping the parent company, Oak View Group, develop grand opening and entertainment plans for eight new arena projects. He’s seen Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert go from an architect’s concept to reality, and he likes what he sees. “I think to me some of the interior spaces are even better than I thought,” Bolton says. “I think being in the bowl (the main seating area) you really understand how wonderful this is going to be from an artist’s perspective and a fan perspective. Just knowing that you’re going to be so close to the action, so close to the artist when they’re playing based on that basically one lower bowl design, I think is really, really incredible. “I’m really impressed with all of the work on the exterior of the building and how it fits in with the landscape around the facility as well as the beautiful mountains that are there. I think it fits well from that perspective and also from a color perspective, and I think our friends at the Berger Foundation have done a really, really amazing job in all the parking lots and the landscaping that’s coming on board as it relates to that part of the facility as well.” Hockey drove this arena to Greater Palm Springs where the Coachella Valley Firebirds will play home games through mid-April. PARKING There will be 500 VIP parking spots on the west end of the arena and 2,500 spaces around the south and east ends. If needed, there are 1,000 additional spaces available at Xavier Prep High School with a shuttle service to the arena. Kiosks at the arena will allow you to pay after you park rather be held up by an attendant asking for payment. Using Patriot One’s SmartGateway, fans will walk through screening areas that detect concealed guns, knives, and other related threat objects, and gives customers a green arrow to proceed through or a red warning to staff that shows where the detected threat object is located on the customer. “We think this frictionless, smart walkthrough system makes it really, really easy for people to enter,” Bolton says. TICKETING All tickets are digital and sent to your cell phone, so don’t bring a printout, a screenshot, or another method and expect to get in. The barcode is scanned on your ticket to gain access to the event. JUST FOR THE HOLIDAYS You’ll likely see the 54-foot Christmas tree from the freeway that sits by the main entrance. FOOD Before you even step into the arena, there will be a food court area by the main entrance that will include five restaurants. The specific restaurants will be named this week, Bolton says. “Obviously we’re taking advantage of the weather and extending our indoor-outdoor,” he adds. SEATING Acrisure Arena’s capacity is 11,000 with roughly 10,000 seats for hockey. There are 20 VIP suites that surround the lower bowl seating area. “It’s pretty clear to me that there’s not a bad seat in the house,” Bolton says. “You’re entering a ground level and then going down to your seat.” One seating area to consider. The very back row of seats is separated by a counter where the customer can plant a drink. The seating is similar to a bar seat, but it gives you some space between you and the person next to you compared to regular arena seating. ACOUSTICS The Doobie Brothers will be the first band to play in the arena on Dec. 15 followed by Grupo Firme on Dec. 16 and Maroon 5 on Dec. 31. The technology in this area has changed dramatically over the years, but workers have installed 10,000 square feet of acoustic lapidary panels, Bolton says. “The fact that we don’t have a very high elevated upper bowl where sound bounces off and then comes back down will create a much better sound overall for our events. The goal is to make sure the sound system is really, really awesome. That plays a part in people’s enjoyment.” The Chairman’s Club At the west end of the arena, there will be a giant screen broadcasting the action for hockey and also be part of the musical acts that appear. In addition, there will be a wraparound ribbon screen surrounding the bowl seating. Many of the concession areas have TVs to keep track of the action. CHAIRMAN’S CLUB 29 There is a special room located in the arena’s lower level where Chairman’s Club members can hang out complete with comfy lounge furniture, bar and food offerings, and plenty of TVs to view the event. ARENA WITH A VIEW Check out the north and south bar areas. They are open space areas where you can wander away from the bar and look down at the hockey arena. It’s by far the most dramatic viewing area. Might not be as good for concerted since the bars are parallel to the stage, but COMMUNITY

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Capturing the vibe and charm of Palm Springs

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Capturing the vibe and charm of Palm Springs, this essential travel guide to a classic yet increasingly hip desert oasis features its many attractions and events: The Coachella Music and Arts Festival, the Palm Springs Aerial Tram, Modernism Week, the Palm Springs Art Museum, Forever Marylin, La Plaza Palm Spring, Village Green, Downtown Palm Springs, Palm Springs Walk of Stars (Bob Hope, Lauren Bacall, Rock Hudson, Debbie Reynolds,) Palm Springs Village Fest, Uptown Design District, Indian Canyons, Tribal Lands, Mount San Jacinto State Park, Palm Desert – El Paseo, Old Town La Quinta, Sunnylands Gardens, Indian Wells Country Club, Empire Polo Club, Koffi Courtyard Garden, Windmill Farm, Agua Caliente Casino, Tahquitz Creek Golf Resort, Tamarisk Country Club Rancho Mirage, Palm Springs Visitor Center, Palm Springs Tennis Club, Palm Springs Park, Shopping, Old Las Palmas, Pool Parties and Hollywood celebrity home tours and rentals, including Leonardo DiCaprio, Goldie Hawn, Frank Sinatra, Elizabeth Taylor, Sonny Bono & Cher, and Elvis Presley’s honeymoon hideaway, The hotels and accommodations are many: Korakia, La Serana Villas, Arrive, The Rowan, Colony Palms Ingleside Inn, The Saguaro, Amin Casa, L’Horizon, Caliente Tropics, Margaritaville, Hotel California, Sparrows Lodge, Ace Hotel, Coyote Inn and the Willows. Along with restaurants: La Caseulas, Pinocchio’s, Sam’s Place Wilma and Frieda’s, Brickworks, Fisherman’s Market & Grill, French Miso Cafe, Spencer’s, Melvyn’s, Le Vallauris, Copley’s, The Colony Club, Grand Central and Starbucks Reserve. Congratulations on capturing so much of the allure of Palm Springs. The photography is gorgeous, the information is up to date, and the nice mix of lux and regular hotels, restaurants, and stores perfectly shows how the area can be enjoyed by all income levels. Palm Springs (and the entire Coachella Valley) are definitely one of the memorable jewels of the state of California. Congratulations on capturing so much of the allure of Palm Springs. The photography is gorgeous, the information is up to date, and the nice mix of lux and regular hotels, restaurants, and stores perfectly shows how the area can be enjoyed by all income levels. Palm Springs (and the entire Coachella Valley) are definitely one of the memorable jewels of the state of California. I’m born and raised all 45 years of my life here in the beautiful city of palm springs. And I had to give you a tip of the cap to a very beautiful, and fact-driven presentation of this beautiful city and valley. Bravo good sir, and as a new subscriber, I look forward to viewing more of your videos sir. Stay safe and blessed. How strange … that I stumbled upon this video. I have been thinking of moving out to Palm Springs now that I’m retired. And just two nights ago, I VIVIDLY saw my late husband in a dream telling me to move to Palm Springs. Perhaps the Universe and my husband are paving my way, This is an awesome video of Palm Springs. We had been going to PS for many years until just before the covid crisis. We were lucky to enjoy most of what is shown here prior to 2020. ..but sadly much has changed – even just before covid. The hotels were sold off or changed hands to the new breed and prices skyrocketed. The old feels have disappeared My partner & I and many friends who were regulars like us for many years cannot afford the QUADRUPLED prices! even in modest hotels/motels. It’s ridic My family and I moved to Palm Springs 12 years ago, my kids are growing up here, it’s beautiful to call PS our home Every time I visited PS, I’d always think, “This is so much more beautiful than it needs to be.” This was a very good video. Your passion shines through in your visuals, storytelling, and carefully selected music. Looking forward to more of your creativity.  Any plans for popular southern California ocean-side resort town videos? I want a cool oceanside affordable community to beat the summer desert heat! As a local, I can say you covered some of the best. Great work. Oh WOW! All I can say is this is a stunning video! I’ve never been to Palm Springs & am in Seattle in the spring, under a heating pad & blanket shivering, & it’s raining outside. I realize now that I should have moved there in the 1980s! But, I plan on coming to visit sometime this year! Thank you for the great scenery & information! Used to love going there with my parents when I was a kid. I’m 72 now, and your video makes me want to plan a trip  Loved your video – we have loved Palm Springs since our first visit in the late 90s. You captured it perfectly and we have a trip planned soon and this video has made us even more anxious to get there. My girlfriend and I (from Maryland) visited Palm Springs about 3 years ago in their off-season and absolutely enjoyed it. This was before the word ”pandemic” was ever mentioned in polite society. She often talks about going back but,I talk her out of it. Sometimes in life, you can’t repeat a once-in-a-lifetime experience,…and that was what we had in Palm Springs. My husband and I had a great time this past August and can’t wait to return so much that we’re considering moving. He knows I am tired of the Winter weather. I didn’t mind one bit of hot weather there. A brilliant video with updated images which is refreshing. I feel that you could have mentioned the diversity of PS especially as there are a huge number of LGBT people living and visiting plus there are party-central Arenas. Also, perhaps a mention of the misogyny aspect of the Forever Marilyn sculpture causes some a lot of anxiety. Otherwise, a great video, and I look forward to more. Best video I have seen of Palm Springs. Loved it!  I wanna go there so bad I love to see the Indian Canyons. Do you think

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