Football’s Wartime Heroes
More professional football players fought in World War II than athletes in any other sport. Author and U.S. history instructor Todd Anton presents his book When Football Went to War, which looks at many of the people who came off the field to fight for their country, at 1 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 1, at the Palm Springs Air Museum, at 745 N. Gene Autry Trail. The talk is free with paid admission to the museum, so take some time to check out the exhibits both before and after. For more information, visit palmspringsairmuseum.org. —Charles Drabkin
Smooth Jazz
American jazz trumpeter and vocalist Rick Braun, known for his high-energy performances, comes to the Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort and Spa, at 71333 Dinah Shore Drive, at 7 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 1, as part of the the 10th annual Grooves at the Westin concert series. Grammy Award-winning keyboardist Gregg Karukas and saxman Michael Paulo will join him in this smooth-jazz all-star lineup. Tickets range from $61.50 to $91.50 and can be purchased at groovesatthewestin.com. —Charles Drabkin
Moody Tunes
Riverside-based indie rockers are headed to the Pioneertown Palace. At 9:30 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 1, moody alternative group The Hayds are set to perform at Pappy and Harriet’s, at 53688 Pioneertown Road, in Pioneertown. The genre-mashing trio tack on soul, indie sleaze, psychedelic sounds, punk, rock and more in their polished-yet diverse sound. Makeout Reef is set to open the show. Tickets are $20. For tickets and more information, visit pappyandharriets.com. —Matt King
Living the Blues
I’m going up the desert, baby don’t you wanna go? At 7 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 6, step back into the ’60s with a performance from Canned Heat at Agua Caliente Palm Springs, at 401 E. Amado Road. The boogie blues combo, with a wildly unique voice, provided unmistakable gems like “Going Up the Country” and “On the Road Again.” Tickets start at $28.52. You must be 21+ to attend. For tickets and more information, visit the Eventbrite link. —Matt King
What Is Love?
A synthesizer pioneer is gracing The Show. At 7 p.m., Friday, Feb. 7, synth-pop icon Howard Jones brings the ’80s to Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage, at 32250 Bob Hope Drive. The musician had numerous hits in both the U.K. and U.S., and he was a prominent member of the “Second British Invasion” thanks to his keyboard wizardry. The show will also feature ’80s pop from ABC, as well as British radio host Richard Blade. Tickets start at $58.58. For tickets and more information, visit aguacalientecasinos.com. —Matt King
They’re Tight
“Surrender” to a group of rock titans! At 8 p.m., Friday, Feb. 7, arena rockers Cheap Trick are performing an intimate show at Spotlight 29, at 46200 Harrison Place, in Coachella. The hit-makers behind “I Want You to Want Me” and “The Flame” made waves in the ’70s and ’80s by unifying pop, rock and punk under one musical umbrella. Don’t miss your chance to see some living rock legends! Tickets start at $64.55. You must be 21+ to attend. For more information, visit spotlight29.com. —Matt King
Pedal With a Purpose
Join the Tour de Palm Springs, one of the largest cycling charity events of its kind, on Saturday, Feb. 8, in downtown Palm Springs. Around 10,000 cyclists participate each year to support more than 150 local nonprofits. Whether you ride, walk or cheer from the sidelines, there’s something for everyone. Check-in is at Palm Canyon Drive and Baristo Road. Ride distances, start times and registration fees vary. The first ride of the day—101 miles—begins at 6:30 a.m. with a $133.75 registration fee, while the final ride—7 miles—starts at 10 a.m. with a $38.53 fee. Is being an athletic supporter more your speed? Enjoy live bands along the routes and a beer garden near registration. Same-day registration is available. For full details on routes, rides and activities, visit tourdepalmsprings.com. —Charles Drabkin
Snakes, Tarantulas and Bats, Oh My
Coyote Peterson, the host of YouTube’s Brave Wilderness, is known for encountering the planet’s most misunderstood creatures, and combining storytelling with conservation advocacy. He is coming to town for the nearly sold-out International Desert Conservation Summit, but he will also take some time to tell stories from his adventures alongside a surprise animal ambassador from The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, followed by a meet-and-greet at the Palm Garden at The Living Desert, at 47900 Portola Ave., at 10:30 a.m., Sunday, Feb. 9. The event is free with zoo entrance, although access to the meet-and-greet is on a first-come, first-served basis. Learn more at livingdesert.org/events/coyote-peterson. —Charles Drabkin
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