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Bill Marx Tickles the Ivories for Charity on Bastille Day
Pianist and composer Bill Marx, son of Harpo Marx of the Marx Brothers, will once again tickle the ivories from 5 to 8 p.m., this Sunday, July 14, to benefit charity. Known for his wit, charm and philanthropic heart, Marx will be joined by his band, and his cousin Gregg Marx on vocals, to raise funds to benefit local residents with multiple sclerosis. Attendees will hear mainly standards from the Great American Songbook at the 14th Annual ACT for Multiple Sclerosis Jazz It Up at Mission Hills Country Club, 34600 Mission Hills Drive, in Rancho Mirage. Attendees are guaranteed more than two hours of music in a casual atmosphere with a hosted cocktail reception with appetizers, a summer buffet, a hosted open bar, silent auction offerings, music and camaraderie, all for the price of $150 per person, which includes a tax-deductible donation. VIP seats are $180. Tickets can be purchased online at actforms.org; by emailing office@actforms.org; or by calling 760-773-9806.
ACT for MS provides free programs that are not covered by insurance. Enhanced strength training, circulation and mental health therapies, chair yoga, mobility aids such as scooters, wheelchairs and walkers, as well as educational workshops which help offset depression and loneliness round out the offerings. These programs help individuals live stronger and longer, often delaying the need to use a wheelchair by years, not months. All funds raised stay in the desert. Learn more at actforms.org. (Sponsored Content)
Music Business(es)
A new business is joining the music and arts renaissance in downtown Indio. At 6 p.m., Thursday, July 11, celebrate the grand opening of World Famous Repairland and Sunny Sounds Recording Studio, at 45250 Smurr St., Suite 12. There will be a free live performance by guitarist Shalfi, deals on repair services, and tons of giveaways from Guns N’ Roses, Encore Coffee, Blue Hill Studios, Hot Stuff Booking and much more! For more information, visit instagram.com/worldfamousrepairland. —Matt King
Coachella Valley Idol
Michael Orland is a 16-season pianist, arranger and associate musical director on American Idol—and his Best of Coachella Valley-winning open-mic night at Oscar’s Palm Springs, 125 E Tahquitz Canyon Way, is famous for having Broadway and pop-culture stars drop by when they are in town. This month’s show, at 6 p.m., Tuesday, July 11, will feature co-host Melanie Taylor. You are welcome to come and listen to—or participate in—this wonderful night of music by some great singers. Tickets are $20, plus a $25 minimum food and drink purchase; get those tickets here. —Charles Drabkin
Dance; Drink Water; Enjoy Tunes
A talented group of local musicians is bringing even more heat to a summer outdoor concert. At 7 p.m., Saturday, July 13, check out local cover band Avenida Music as they blast through a set of ’80s tunes with a twist at Indio’s Second Saturdays event, hosted at the new Center Stage, 82881 Miles Ave., in Indio. Bring blankets and chairs, as well as plenty of water, and enjoy the free show by this rockin’ group of locals, who also own Encore Coffee and Little Street Music Hall. For more information, check out the Facebook event page. —Matt King
Comedy? Oh Deer!
How about some raunchy comedy to help you endure this summer heat? At 7 p.m., Thursday, July 18, local comedians/entertainers Deven Green, Handsome Ned and Skyler Gentry will host Palm Springs Summer Camp at the DietlArt Gallery, 4629 E. Sunny Dunes Road, in Palm Springs. This evening of fun and games is not your average summer camp, as the trio will guide audiences through song performances, activities, comedy bits, “psychic readings” and … a talking deer. Be there to find out more! Tickets are $30 and include two adult beverages and snacks. For tickets and more info, visit Eventbrite. —Matt King
Pink Is the New Green
Aparna Rajawat is India’s 16-time women’s martial arts national champion. She teaches women self-defense, and her message of female empowerment is changing India one village at a time. At 5 p.m., Friday, July 19, head down to the air-conditioned splendor of the Mary Pickford Is D’Place theater, 36850 Pickfair St., in Cathedral City, to see a preview screening of a new documentary about Rajawat called Pink Belt. Tickets start at $25, and the event serves as a fundraiser for the Museum of Ancient Wonders; get tickets and see the trailer here. —Charles Drabkin
Positively Glowing
Are you into glow-in-the-dark colors? How about yoga? Hip hop, too? Combine all three of these at 7 p.m., Friday, July 19, for the Black Light Yoga Party, happening at Flat Black Art Supplies, 72840 Highway 111, in Palm Desert. At 7 p.m., get covered in paint that will pop under the black light, before indulging in some vinyasa-style yoga at 8 p.m., featuring a set of ’90s hip hop music. Make sure you wear some UV reactive colors. Get ready to glow, flow and get in your zone! Tickets are $25, and are available via Eventbrite. —Matt King
Desert Ceramic Art
The Palm Springs Art Museum’s Family+ workshops highlight artists and allows the community to work with them. On Sunday, July 21, head down to the museum, at 101 Museum Drive, as desert ceramicist John Flores will be teaching his techniques for creating his desert flower sculptures. The event is free and open to all ages, so this is a great way to escape the heat and spend some family time. With three sessions to choose from—at 12:15, 1:20 and 2:30 p.m.—you can find a time that works for you. The event is free, but space is limited, so register here to ensure you have a spot. —Charles Drabkin
Hello, Gorgeous (Christmas Version)
The Roost Foundation and the Roost Lounge, at 68718 E. Palm Canyon Drive, No. 203, in Cathedral City, every year hosts Christmas in July, a day of programs to raise funds for Tools for Tomorrow, a wonderful organization that provides free after-school and online arts-literacy programs. From 5 to 9 p.m., Sunday, July 21, Rebecca Clark will sing all your favorite Barbra Streisand hits; her voice will make you think you are listening to Streisand herself. Your $129 ticket gives you this great performance and dinner, all while helping the kids of Coachella Valley. In addition, holiday wreaths, homemade desserts, wine baskets and gourmet treats will be auctioned off. Click here for tickets or more information. —Charles Drabkin
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