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Dining Out for Life: Support DAP Health Tomorrow, April 23
Dining Out for Life Greater Palm Springs is tomorrow, Thursday, April 23. Local restaurants, bars and coffee shops are donating a generous percentage of their sales to DAP Health—and our community shows up to dine out and do good.
Proceeds support whole-person HIV care at DAP Health, including primary care, mental health support, and specialized programs and services—because caring for someone means caring for the whole person.
Making a positive impact in your community has never been easier. View the full list of participating locations and make your plan for tomorrow at daphealth.org/dofl-participating-locations. (Sponsored Content)
Dust and Denim
Stagecoach isn’t the only thing making the desert a little more country this weekend. The Desert Rodeo returns to the Desert International Horse Park, at 85555 Airport Blvd, in Thermal, from Friday, April 24, through Sunday, April 26, with gates opening at 11 a.m. each day. The weekend mixes world-class traditional rodeo competitions with a festival-style layout that includes food, retail and plenty of shade. Beyond the arena, there is a vendor village, a mechanical bull, and enough Western gear to outfit Bonanza. Single-day midway passes start at $15, with discounts; single-day rodeo tickets start at $75. Get tickets and learn more at desertrodeo.com. —Charles Drabkin
Animation Magic
Revisit iconic work by a legendary Disney artist. On Friday, April 24, and Saturday, April 25, the Palm Springs Cultural Center is hosting a new film series, Into Wonderland: The Films of Mary Blair, at 2300 E. Baristo Road. Without Mary Blair, Disney’s early animation would not be as eye-catching and memorable, as Blair was the key concept artist for the company’s early hit flicks. Catch presentations of Blair’s most notable works alongside guest speakers, an art gallery and more! Check out Cinderella at 5 p.m., Friday, April 24; and Saludos Amigos at 1 p.m., Saturday, April 25 followed by Peter Pan at 3 p.m. and Alice in Wonderland at 5 p.m. The Saludos Amigos screening is free! Other tickets are $15 per film, and $40 for an all-access pass, while admission is $9.42 for children 12 and under, or $20 for a child all-access pass. For tickets and more information, visit the Eventbrite link. —Matt King
The Palm Springs Plaza Theatre Presents ‘RePLAY: Better Late’
Directed by Susan Stroman
Starring: Jason Alexander, Lucie Arnaz, Dan Bucatinsky and David Hyde Pierce
From the legendary writer of MASH and Tootsie comes a razor-sharp comedy about second chances, old wounds and the hilarity of human relationships.
The show is directed by five-time Tony winner Susan Stroman and stars Emmy- and Tony Award-winner Jason Alexander (Seinfeld, Jerome Robbins’ Broadway), Emmy Award-winner Lucie Arnaz (They’re Playing Our Song, Pippin), Emmy Award winner Dan Bucatinsky (Scandal, The Comeback, Hacks), and Emmy- and Tony Award-winner David Hyde Pierce.
This program is generously sponsored by Carol Adney.
RePLAY: Better Late shows are at 7:30 p.m., Friday, May 1; and 2 and 7:30 p.m., Saturday, May 2, at the Palm Springs Plaza Theatre, 128 S. Palm Canyon Drive. Tickets start at $58.25. Get tickets and learn more at www.palmspringsplazatheatre.com/replay. (Sponsored Content)
Rave Revelry
Get your rave on! At 9 p.m., Friday, April 24, experience the musical madness of Club133, the desert’s rage-ist rave that mixes unique genre pairings each show, hosted at Bart Lounge, at 67555 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Unit 124, in Cathedral City. At this show, you’ll find yourself in the middle of Latincore, techno, house and dubstep sounds from performers 1:33AM, Frescuh (pictured), JOCHE, Yebbie and Movii. Grab some Kandi (aka a bracelet), a hamburger or even a flash tattoo! Presale tickets are $5.01, and $10 at the door. The event is 21+. For tickets and more information, visit the Posh link. —Matt King
For Fans of Plumeria Lovers
If your idea of a good Saturday morning involves flowers and a bit of desert horticulture, the Coachella Valley Plumeria Society has you covered. Their Spring Plumeria Blowout Sale takes place from 9 a.m. to noon, Saturday, April 25, at St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church, at 47535 Highway 74, Palm Desert. Expect hundreds of large plumeria cuttings, including varieties sourced from Thailand, selling for between $20 and $50. For those who like a little mystery in their garden, there are also unknown varieties available for $5. The group focuses on education and sharing cultivation tips suited to desert growing, so it is not just a sale; it is a chance to learn from your neighbors what actually works in this climate. Learn more at cvplumeriasociety.org —Charles Drabkin
A Mellower Country Music Celebration
Indio is going country this weekend for Stagecoach, but you can skip the fest and catch some music and get some swag—for free! At 4 p.m., Saturday, April 25, the city of Indio is hosting Giddy Up Lounge, a Stagecoach celebration at Center Stage, at 82881 Miles Ave. Check out performances from local DJs, and then catch the best sets of the fest on the Center Stage LED screen—and enjoy the killer sound system! Show up early for free giveaways; design a custom bandana; and explore some boot-scootin’ photo ops! The event is free. Click here to learn more.—Matt King
Island Escapism
For a few days each spring, the Caliente Tropics Hotel, at 411 E. Palm Canyon Drive, in Palm Springs, holds a celebration of all things tiki. Tiki Caliente, from Thursday, April 30, through Sunday, May 3, is a celebration of Polynesian pop culture, with live music, DJs spinning vinyl, late-night lounge shows and a steady flow of rum-forward cocktails. The weekend is all about wandering, whether that means browsing vendors selling vintage aloha wear and handmade mugs, drifting between room parties, or simply finding a poolside chair and staying put. Tucked into the schedule are some interesting learning opportunities, including the New England Tiki Symposium, at 12:30 p.m., Friday, May 1, where author Kevin Quigley explores the history of Tiki culture in a region better known for cold harbors than tropical drinks. Tickets to the symposium are $35, while full weekend wristbands are $189. For more information, visit tiki-caliente.com. —Charles Drabkin
Jalisco Celebrated
Taste of Jalisco is turning 10! From 5 to 11 p.m., Friday, May 1; 3 to 11 p.m., Saturday, May 2; and 3 to 10 p.m. Sunday, May 3, Cathedral City celebrates its sister city—Tequila, Jalisco—at the Cathedral City Town Square and Festival Lawn, at 68600 E. Palm Canyon Drive. Attendees can enjoy carnival rides, an artisan market, a steady run of live entertainment anchored by tribute acts, and cultural performances across multiple stages. A Friday night tequila-and-mezcal-tasting competition (where yours truly will be serving as a judge) is a fun way to kick things off, while cooking demos throughout the weekend remind us of the wonderful food culture that originates in Jalisco. Sunday closes with a lucha libre showcase! Cathedral City residents (with a valid ID or a utility bill), as well as military members, first responders and teachers, get in free on Friday, on Saturday, and on Sunday before 5 p.m.; enter at the parking garage entrance. Otherwise, advance tickets start at $10.37. For more information, visit tasteofjalisco.com. —Charles Drabkin
Punk Poetry
Don’t miss the closing reception of a local art gallery in a punk-rock clothing store! A few weeks ago, Damaged Goods Punk Shop, at 73540 Highway 111, No. 2, in Palm Desert, hosted Damaged Fest, featuring performances from raucous rockers and an art showcase from music legends like Monkey (The Adicts), Exene Cervenka (X), Jill Emery (Hole/Mazzy Star), Gitane Demone (Christian Death), Fur Dixon (The Cramps) and A.J. Ransdell (Das Klown). At 6 p.m., Friday, May 1, the closing reception will feature spoken word/poetry readings from Cervenka, Emery and Demone; it’s also the last chance for you to see some beautiful art made by these chaotic musicians. The event is free. For more information, visit www.instagram.com/damagedgoodspunkshop. —Matt King
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