Movies + Books = Happy Kids
Every Friday morning through Aug. 1, Mary Pickford Is D’Place Theatre, at 36850 Pickfair St., in Cathedral City, is all about the kiddies with the Free Summer Kids’ Movie Series, a collaboration between the Cathedral City Parks and Community Events Commission, Dinner With Patsi, and the Cathedral City Library. This week, see The Bad Guys on July 4; on July 11, the film is The Wild Robot. Doors open at 9:30 a.m.; story time begins shortly thereafter; and the movies start at 10 a.m. The first 100 kids receive a free book, a junior popcorn and a water—and everyone gets a whole lot of feel-good energy, plus some of that movie-theater air conditioning. Get free tickets in advance at the Cathedral City Library, or come to the theater on the day of the show. For more information and a full list of movies, click here. —Charles Drabkin
Savory Summer Plates
Keep the holiday weekend vibes delicious with a celebration that’s all about flavor. From noon to 4 p.m., Saturday, July 5, Holiday House, at 200 W. Arenas Road, in Palm Springs, invites locals and visitors alike to enjoy the Star-Spangled BBQ, served poolside, garden-style. Executive chef Jon Butler shows off his talents with an à la carte menu that mashes up classic Americana with desert cool; think sweet and smoky brisket, Holiday House’s famous fried chicken, and sides that are anything but basic, like grilled California street corn, and grilled peach and arugula salad. Top it off with red, white and blueberry shortcakes. Bring your appetite, your sun hat, some sunscreen, and maybe a spare napkin. Reserve your spot at holidayhouseps.com/dine, or call 760-320-8866. —Charles Drabkin
Small Paws, Big Hearts
Animal Samaritans’ Summer Critter Camp is back, and it’s more than just cute animals and art contests. Designed for kids ages 7-11, this free two-day camp (choose July 7-8 or July 10-11) at the Family Resource Center, at 14320 Palm Drive, in Desert Hot Springs (inside the WIC Building), offers hands-on lessons in pet care, as well as creative projects, games and a visit from the Mobile Zoo of Southern California. Bonus: Every camper scores a T-shirt and lunch. But here’s the heart of it: Kids who learn to be kind to animals often grow up to be kinder to each other. This camp nurtures compassion, responsibility and a deeper connection to the world around us. Sign up through the DHS Family Resource Center; call 760-288-3313, or visit the offices. Space is limited, and participants must attend both days. —Charles Drabkin
Spin Some Tunes
Join a fast-growing local group of vinyl-record fans! At 5 p.m., Tuesday, July 8, the Desert Vinyl Club is hosting a Community Night Market meetup at Flat Black Art Supplies, at 72840 Highway 111, No. 108, in Palm Desert. Open turntables, which are a staple of Desert Vinyl Club events, allow anyone to come and spin wax from their collection. This event at Flat Black will also feature vendors, a live band and more! Meet local vinyl fans and enjoy all things music. The event is free to attend, but you must be 21+. For more information, visit instagram.com/desertvinylclub. —Matt King
Funny Woman
Don’t miss comedy—with a Peruvian tinge. At 8 p.m., Friday, July 11, comedian Luz Pazos heads to the desert to perform at Spotlight 29 Casino, at 46200 Harrison Place, in Coachella. You may know Pazos, with her hilarious wit and Peruvian flair, from her time on The Kroll Show, Comedy Chingonas and The Garcias. With hilarious stories from Pazos’ culture, love life and more, this set is sure to pack some laughs! The show will take place inside the Chairman’s Lounge, upstairs at the casino. Tickets are $15.70. You must be 18 or older to attend. For tickets and more information, visit spotlight29.com. —Matt King
Rewiring Reality
Palm Springs will get metaphysical during “Your Extraordinary Mind: An Afternoon With Zach Leary,” at 2 p.m., Saturday, July 12, at the Palm Springs Cultural Center, at 2300 E. Baristo Road. The event is equal parts lecture, consciousness workshop and spiritual salon, led by Zach Leary, a digital age psychedelics researcher and podcaster; he’s the son of counterculture legend Timothy Leary. You can expect more than nostalgia as he dives into the modern psychedelic movement and guides you through practical tools and transformative insights for unlocking your mind’s vast potential. Virtual tickets are $10 (through the PSCC YouTube channel), $20 presale, and $25 at the door; get them here. —Charles Drabkin
Guitars, Cadillacs, Etc.
Our local arena is getting country-fied. At 7 p.m., Saturday, July 12, country star Dwight Yoakam moseys into town to mix twang and rock at Acrisure Arena, at 75702 Varner Road, in Palm Desert. The multiple Grammy Award-winning superstar has been adding edge and coolness to the country scene since the ’80s, and his hard-hitting Western jams keep earning more and more fans. Get your honky-tonk on! Tickets start at $88.95. For tickets and more information, visit acrisurearena.com. —Matt King
The (Jackie) Beat Goes On
Celebrate a birthday, drag-style. At 9 p.m., Saturday, July 12, drag icon Jackie Beat celebrates one more trip around the sun with “Birthday Clown” at One Eleven Bar, at 67555 E. Palm Canyon Drive, in Cathedral City. This special evening marks 35 years of Jackie Beat performances, and this show is sure to include debauchery, songs and twisted comedy. Enjoy tunes from Duran Duran to Chappell Roan, and wish Jackie a “happy birthday!” Tickets start at $17.85. You must be 21+ to attend. For tickets and more information, visit Eventbrite. —Matt King
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