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The Venue Report, October 2022: Kenny Loggins, Lewis Black, Leanne Morgan—and Much More!

The Venue Report, October 2022: Kenny Loggins, Lewis Black, Leanne Morgan—and Much More!

by Matt King September 30th, 2022September 30th, 2022

Finally, Some Encouraging Monkeypox News; Fact-Checking Prop 26, 27 Ads–Coachella Valley Independent’s Indy Digest: Sept. 29, 2022

Finally, Some Encouraging Monkeypox News; Fact-Checking Prop 26, 27 Ads–Coachella Valley Independent’s Indy Digest: Sept. 29, 2022

by Jimmy Boegle September 29th, 2022September 29th, 2022

On Cocktails: A Book From 2007 Shows Just How Much Craft Cocktails Have Evolved in 15 Years

On Cocktails: A Book From 2007 Shows Just How Much Craft Cocktails Have Evolved in 15 Years

by Kevin Carlow September 29th, 2022September 29th, 2022

For Autism Awareness: Josh Heinz’s Concert for Autism Blends Music and Charity for a 15th Consecutive Year

For Autism Awareness: Josh Heinz’s Concert for Autism Blends Music and Charity for a 15th Consecutive Year

by Matt King September 28th, 2022September 28th, 2022

Restaurant News Bites: R.I.P., Sam Pace; Jake’s Has New Owners; and Much More!

Restaurant News Bites: R.I.P., Sam Pace; Jake’s Has New Owners; and Much More!

by Charles Drabkin September 27th, 2022September 27th, 2022

News

October Astronomy: There’s a Whole Lot of Retrograding Going on This Month

Astronomy

October Astronomy: There’s a Whole Lot of Retrograding Going on This Month

by Robert Victor September 30th, 2022October 1st, 2022

PS Pride Hosts Active Shooter Training; Weirdness on American Airlines Flights–Coachella Valley Independent’s Indy Digest: Sept. 26, 2022

Indy Digest

PS Pride Hosts Active Shooter Training; Weirdness on American Airlines Flights–Coachella Valley Independent’s Indy Digest: Sept. 26, 2022

by Jimmy Boegle September 26th, 2022September 26th, 2022

Please Don’t Cook Your Chicken in NyQuil; Our Q&A With Palm Springs’ District 1 Candidates–Coachella Valley Independent’s Indy Digest: Sept. 22, 2022

Indy Digest

Please Don’t Cook Your Chicken in NyQuil; Our Q&A With Palm Springs’ District 1 Candidates–Coachella Valley Independent’s Indy Digest: Sept. 22, 2022

by Jimmy Boegle September 22nd, 2022September 22nd, 2022

Opinion

The Weekly Independent Comics Page for Sept. 29, 2022!

Comics

The Weekly Independent Comics Page for Sept. 29, 2022!

by Staff September 29th, 2022September 28th, 2022

Savage Love: My Wife Seems Annoyed When I Discuss Our Open Marriage

Savage Love

Savage Love: My Wife Seems Annoyed When I Discuss Our Open Marriage

by Dan Savage September 28th, 2022September 28th, 2022

The Weekly Independent Comics Page for Sept. 22, 2022!

Comics

The Weekly Independent Comics Page for Sept. 22, 2022!

by Staff September 22nd, 2022September 21st, 2022

Arts & culture

Competition for a Cause: Six Community Leaders Are Paired With Six Pros for Desert Ensemble Theatre’s ‘Singing With the Desert Stars’

Local Fun

Competition for a Cause: Six Community Leaders Are Paired With Six Pros for Desert Ensemble Theatre’s ‘Singing With the Desert Stars’

by Kevin Mann September 26th, 2022September 26th, 2022

Always Enjoyable: Cedric the Entertainer Reflects on Modern Creativity Ahead of His Performance at Fantasy Springs

Comedy

Always Enjoyable: Cedric the Entertainer Reflects on Modern Creativity Ahead of His Performance at Fantasy Springs

by Matt King September 25th, 2022September 26th, 2022

For Future Authors and Playwrights: Middle and High School Students Are Encouraged to Enter CVRep’s Annual Writing Competition

Local Fun

For Future Authors and Playwrights: Middle and High School Students Are Encouraged to Enter CVRep’s Annual Writing Competition

by Kevin Mann September 19th, 2022September 19th, 2022

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Movies & TV

A Realistic Portrayal: Netflix’s ‘Dahmer-Monster’ Is Well-Done—But You Won’t Want to Watch It Twice

Home Viewing

A Realistic Portrayal: Netflix’s ‘Dahmer-Monster’ Is Well-Done—But You Won’t Want to Watch It Twice

by Bob Grimm September 26th, 2022September 26th, 2022

Not ‘Fresh’ to Me: Four Episodes Into Disney+’s ‘Andor,’ I’m Not Impressed

Home Viewing

Not ‘Fresh’ to Me: Four Episodes Into Disney+’s ‘Andor,’ I’m Not Impressed

by Bob Grimm September 23rd, 2022September 23rd, 2022

Unnervingly Authentic: Mia Goth Is Amazing as a Burgeoning Psycho in ‘Pearl’

Film Reviews

Unnervingly Authentic: Mia Goth Is Amazing as a Burgeoning Psycho in ‘Pearl’

by Bob Grimm September 19th, 2022September 19th, 2022

Music

Spooky Songs: Compilation Album ‘It Came From the Desert’ Shows Off Local Talent

Music News and Features

Spooky Songs: Compilation Album ‘It Came From the Desert’ Shows Off Local Talent

by Kevin Mann September 21st, 2022September 21st, 2022

Inspirational Improv: Reggie Watts, Performing at Desert Daze, Blends Comedy and Music in an Influential Way

Previews

Inspirational Improv: Reggie Watts, Performing at Desert Daze, Blends Comedy and Music in an Influential Way

by Matt King September 12th, 2022September 12th, 2022

JJUUJJUU Mode: Desert Daze Founder Phil Pirrone Is Making Time for His Psychedelic Rock Band

Previews

JJUUJJUU Mode: Desert Daze Founder Phil Pirrone Is Making Time for His Psychedelic Rock Band

by Matt King September 6th, 2022September 6th, 2022

Food & Drink

The Indy Endorsement: The ‘Mac and Cheese-ZA!’ at Billy Q’s

The Indy Endorsement

The Indy Endorsement: The ‘Mac and Cheese-ZA!’ at Billy Q’s

by Jimmy Boegle September 28th, 2022September 28th, 2022

Vine Social: Want to Learn How to Identify Wines With Your Nose? Start Smelling Everything!

Wine

Vine Social: Want to Learn How to Identify Wines With Your Nose? Start Smelling Everything!

by Katie Finn September 20th, 2022September 20th, 2022

The Indy Endorsement: The Buffalo Blue Mac and Cheese at I Heart Mac and Cheese

The Indy Endorsement

The Indy Endorsement: The Buffalo Blue Mac and Cheese at I Heart Mac and Cheese

by Jimmy Boegle August 29th, 2022August 25th, 2022

Best of Coachella Valley

Best of Coachella Valley 2021-2022: Readers’ Picks

Readers' Picks

Best of Coachella Valley 2021-2022: Readers’ Picks

by Staff November 22nd, 2021September 18th, 2022

Best of Coachella Valley 2021-2022: Staff Picks

Staff Picks

Best of Coachella Valley 2021-2022: Staff Picks

by Staff November 22nd, 2021November 21st, 2021

Pinching Himself: Best Local Musician Winner Bob Gentry Looks forward to the Next Phase of his Career’s Third Act: Performing in Front of Crowds

BOCV Features

Pinching Himself: Best Local Musician Winner Bob Gentry Looks forward to the Next Phase of his Career’s Third Act: Performing in Front of Crowds

by Matt King November 22nd, 2021November 21st, 2021

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From the archives: All about martinis

On Cocktails: If You Want to Cut Your Sugar and Calorie Intake but Still Imbibe, Consider Martinis and Their Cousins

On Cocktails: If You Want to Cut Your Sugar and Calorie Intake but Still Imbibe, Consider Martinis and Their Cousins

by Kevin Carlow December 14th, 2021December 25th, 2021

On Cocktails: Listen in as Two Bored Bartenders Talk About Martinis, Margaritas and the Best Bar Snacks

On Cocktails: Listen in as Two Bored Bartenders Talk About Martinis, Margaritas and the Best Bar Snacks

by Kevin Carlow April 21st, 2020December 16th, 2020

On Cocktails: With the Proper Knowledge and Technique, Anybody Can Make Perfect Heat-Busting Drinks

On Cocktails: With the Proper Knowledge and Technique, Anybody Can Make Perfect Heat-Busting Drinks

by Kevin Carlow June 18th, 2019December 16th, 2020

On Cocktails: The Defendant, Vermouth, Stands Accused of Ruining Martinis in This Groundbreaking Court Case

On Cocktails: The Defendant, Vermouth, Stands Accused of Ruining Martinis in This Groundbreaking Court Case

by Kevin Carlow February 16th, 2018December 16th, 2020