One Book, One Community
In this era of disunity, it’s hard to find things that unite us—but the shared experience of reading the same book can lead to conversations and a better understanding of our neighbors. This year, the Palm Desert Library, at 73300 Fred Waring Drive, in Palm Desert, is inviting everyone to read Finding Gobi by Dion Leonard as part of its “One Book—One Palm Desert” initiative. The book tells the tale of an ultramarathon runner who crosses paths with a stray dog while competing in a 155-mile race through the Gobi Desert. The book—available as a memoir, in a young reader’s edition and as a picture book—is something the entire family can enjoy. On the weekend of March 28, the author will give three free talks: a panel discussion at 11 a.m., Friday, March 28, at the library; a children’s story time at the library at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, March 29; and an author talk at 3:30 p.m., Saturday, March 29, at UCR-Palm Desert Auditorium, at 75080 Frank Sinatra Drive, in Palm Desert. Audiobooks and eBooks are accessible through the Libby app, and hard copies are available at the library. Find out more information at palmdesertlibrary.org/palm-desert-reads. —Charles Drabkin
The Real Deal
An iconic female musician is heading to the high desert! At 7 p.m., Saturday, March 29, Kim Deal brings her modern rock tunes to Pappy and Harriet’s, at 53688 Pioneertown Road, in Pioneertown. The former Pixies bassist and Breeders leader has left a huge mark on alternative rock history. Now, the artist is making solo rock epics under her own name. Don’t miss an intimate performance by one of the best female musicians ever! Tickets are $66.89. For more information, visit pappyandharriets.com. —Matt King
Great Skate
Get ready for some high-energy roller action! At 7:30 p.m., Saturday, March 29, the Coachella Valley Derby Girls host their next home game at the Palm Springs Air Museum, at 745 N. Gene Autry Trail. The visiting SoCal Tentakils are looking to escape with a win, so come out and cheer for your local roller derby team, as the two squads face off in an adrenaline-heavy bout of skate jams and roughhousing. Tickets start at $12.51. For tickets or more information, visit the Eventbrite page. —Matt King
A Night of (Good Noise)
Palm Desert is about to get loud! At 8 p.m., Saturday, March 29, check out The Rock Show, happening at The Hood Bar and Pizza, at 74360 Highway 111. Desert riff-rockers Waxy and heavy-grunge outfit Jetta King are set to perform, so make sure you bring some earplugs! Tickets are $5 at the door, but if you pre-pay the $5 entry via Venmo, PayPal or Zelle, your admission will be secured, and your name will be on a priority list at the door. For more information, visit the Facebook event page. —Matt King
You’ve Gotta Have Friends
Coachella Acappella is a women’s singing group committed to advancing the musical art form of four-part harmony through education and performance. At 7 p.m., Tuesday, April 1, join them at Palm Desert High School, at 74910 Aztec Road, for their latest concert, “I’ll Be There for You,” a musical celebration of friends and friendships. The show’s format is part barbershop quartet, part Donny and Marie-style variety show with singing, comedy and some special surprises. Tickets range from $20-$40 and can be purchased here. —Charles Drabkin
Lions and Tigers and BEARS, Oh My!
Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Tom Goss is known for his expertly crafted songs about the joys and struggles of modern love, generally with a LGBTQ+ focus. Join him as he shares funny stories punctuated by the songs they inspired, involving love, sex, terrible dates, getting conned, family drama … and BEARS! At 7:30 p.m., Friday, April 4, join him for his Bear Friends Forever Tour at the Roost Lounge, at 68718 E Palm Canyon Drive, in Cathedral City. Tickets to the show are $22.25 and can be purchased here. —Charles Drabkin
A Hollywood Great
Enjoy a captivating tribute to a film and music star from the ’30s and ’40s. At 8 p.m., Friday, April 4, and Saturday, April 5, experience Dietrich, a one-woman play honoring the life of Marlene Dietrich, at Revolution Stage Company, at 611 S. Palm Canyon Drive, in Palm Springs. The actress/singer had a profound grasp on cinema, and now actress Cindy Marinangel is set to bring the star back to life. The play will focus on Dietrich’s German heritage in the wake of threats from Nazi sympathizers. Tickets start at $28. For more information, visit www.revolutionstagecompany.com.—Matt King
A Broadway Reunion
Three key members of the original Broadway cast of Hairspray have reunited! Marissa Jaret Winokur (Tracy Turnblad), Laura Bell Bundy (Amber Von Tussle) and Kerry Butler (Penny Pingleton) are bringing their show “Mama, I’m a Big Girl Now” to the Palm Springs Cultural Center, at 2300 E. Baristo Road, at 7 p.m., Saturday, April 5, with an artist meet-and-greet beginning at 5:30 p.m. Spend the evening enjoying songs and stories from the show that helped launch their careers and their lifelong friendships, and more! Get your tickets, which start at $75, and find out more here. —Charles Drabkin
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