Palm Springs Follies
The Fabulous Palm Springs Follies is a three-hour, razzle-dazzle, song and dance vaudeville-style extravaganza showcasing the music and dance of the '30s, '40s and '50s with one amazing difference? each of the cast members is from 59 to 84 years "young!" The Follies has proven, beyond a doubt, Billie Burke's (a.k.a. Mrs. Florenz Ziegfeld and a star in her own right) famous quote, "Age doesn't matter unless you're a cheese." Our pledge is to remain true to the spirit of early Palm Springs while promising a world-class entertainment experience at every performance! More...

Thru 12/27/09
Lino Tagliapietra in Retrospect: A Modern Renaissance in Italian Glass
Palm Springs Museum of Art, 101 Museum Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92262 / This exhibition, a comprehensive forty-year retrospective of Tagliapietra's art and career, documents and celebrates his remarkable achievements as a contemporary artist. The exhibition includes 169 art works that range from a room-size installation of his impressive Endeavor boat series, to groupings of masterful goblets, to elegant and evocative sculptural forms. Tagliapietra is widely revered as the master of glassblowing, an inspiring teacher and the elder statesman who is credited with shaping the course of international Studio Glass. More info: 760.322.4800

Thru 6/10
Certified Farmers’ Markets
Every Saturday morning from 8 am to 12:30 pm. at 2300 E Baristo at Farrell - North Side of the Camelot Theatres in Palm Springs, the Certified Farmers Market will bring local farmers and vendors together to showcase the fruits of their labor. The CFM is a gathering place where the community can learn about the importance of nutrition, fresh produce and organic options. The market features farm and food only vendors.organic and transitional produce, herbs, lavender,cheese, bread , honey, nuts, eggs, olives and olive oil,fresh cut flowers, orchids and plants and much more. A Market Chef booth features recipes, culinary delights, educational materials. and guest chefs from around the Coachella Valley. We will also have "Music at the Market" from 9 am to 12. Free Dog sitting is available from 9 am to noon through Fetch Pet Care and Bark Busters. More info: 760-898-5250.

11/6/09 - 12/12/09
On Earth to Stay
On Earth to Stay, an exhibit planned in recognition of Native American Heritage month will be held at La Quinta Museum, 77885 Avenida Montezuma in La Quinta, CA. The exhibit, presented by La Quinta Arts Foundation, La Quinta Historical Society and La Quinta Museum will be accompanied by a series of lectures, demonstrations and events, free to the public. The exhibit features an extensive collection of Native American basketry and artifacts from the collections of artist David Salk, along with Salk’s contemporary ceramic interpretations of Native American baskets. Also on display will be photographs and writings of George Wharton James (1858-1923). James was a prolific lecturer and journalist, writing more than forty books and many articles and pamphlets on California and the American Southwest. The exhibit is open all regular hours of the museum, Tuesday through Saturday, 10am to 4pm. For more information or reservations, call 760-777-7170.

11/13/09 - 12/31/09
Live Music with THE MYX
THE MYX is a little three piece band with a big sound, from the Palm Springs desert area playing music from the 1950s, 60s, 80s to the present. The band plays a good mix of music from dining to dancing, rock and country. The Myx will be at The Augustine Casino, 84-001 Avenue 54, Coachella, CA on Nov 13 , 14 and 27, 28 and on Dec 11, 12, 25 and 26 from 9pm to 1am. and they will be there for New year's Eve 7pm - 1 No cover charge. They will also be performing at The Palm Canyon Roadhouse, 535 S Palm Canyon Dr. Palm Springs on Dec. 18, 19 from 8pm to 12am -and- on Sunday, Dec 6, from 1pm to 3pm. The Myx will be performing at the Tamale Festival in Indio. More info: Phone (760) 391-4175

11/20/09 - 11/22/09
Keith McCormick's Palm Springs Cassic Car Auction
Spa Resort Casino, 401 E. Amado Road, Palm Springs, CA / Friday is check in day and the auction starts at 4pm with 80 vehicles crossing the block. Friday is also FREE ADMISSION and free food for all registered bidders. Saturday & Sunday the gates open at 8am with the first car crossing the block at 10am. We will have 225 cars cross the block on Saturday and another 175 on Sunday. General admission is $10 per day or $15 for both days. We will have over 500 cars crossing the auction block over the 3 days so there will be something for everyone! Contact Jason McCormick for more information at 760.320.3290. More...

11/25/09 - 12/3/09
LA DANSE The Paris Opera Ballet
Cinemas Palme d'Or, Westfield Palm Desert, 72840 Highway 111, Palm Desert, CA 92260 / Cinemas Palme d'Or is pleased to present the Chicago theatrical premiere of LA DANSE: THE PARIS OPERA BALLET, opening on 11/25 and continuing through 12/3. Documentary master Frederick Wiseman’s 38th film in a career that has spanned more than 40 years, turns his attention to one of the world’s greatest ballet companies, the Paris Opera Ballet. Tickets & more info: 760.779.0730

11/27/09 - 11/29/09
Michael Flatley's Lord of the Dance
Mccallum Theatre, 73000 Fred Waring, Palm Desert, CA 92260 / Described by the New York Post as "fascinating, rewarding and above all, entertaining," and by the Los Angeles Times as "a showpiece extravaganza," "Lord of the Dance" is a mesmerizing blend of traditional and modern Celtic music and dance. The story is based upon mythical Irish folklore as Don Dorcha, Lord of Darkness, challenges the ethereal lord of light, the "Lord of the Dance." Battle lines are drawn, passions ignite and a love story fueled by the dramatic leaps and turns of dancers' bodies begins to build against a backdrop of Celtic rhythm. The action is played out over 21 scenes on a grand scale of precision dancing, dramatic music, colorful costumes and state-of-the-art staging and lighting. Buy Premium Lord of the Dance Tickets Here!

11/27/09 - 11/29/09
Desert Art Center Art Show
Frances Stevens Park, 555 N Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, California 92262 / West Coast Artists has a series of six art festivals that are held in the heart of legendary Downtown Palm Springs, California. This series of Fine Art Festivals are celebrating their 25th year and continue to delight art patrons across the nation as they vacation in beautiful Palm Springs. These events are held at Frances Stevens Park and benefit local non-profit organizations. Admission is free. Time 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. For more information, contact West Coast Artists at (818) 709-2907.

Every Wednesday & Friday
Dancing
Wednesday Night Dances will be held every week at the Palm Springs Pavillion, 401 So. Pavilion in Palm Springs from 7 - 9:30pm. Cost: $5. More info: 760.323.8272. Ballroom Dancing will be offered every Friday night at Billy Reed's Restaurant, 1800 N. Palm Canyon Drive in Palm Springs from 7 - 9:30pm. Cost: $5.

Ongoing
"Cat City" Premiere
Camelot Theatre, 2300 E. Baristo Rd., Palm Springs, CA 92262 / Cat City is a feature length film shot entirely in and around Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley. An old fashioned "who dunnit", this film stars Golden Globe and Tony winner Brian Dennehy, Rebecca Pidgeon, and Julian Sands. In writer / director Brent Huff own words: "I wanted to capture the elegance and sophistication of Palm Springs but craft a story steeped in the old film noir style of mystery, deceit, and intrigue." Screening times: 12:30, 3:00, 5:30, 8:00. More info: 760-325-6489.

Palm Springs Follies
The Fabulous Palm Springs Follies is a three-hour, razzle-dazzle, song and dance vaudeville-style extravaganza showcasing the music and dance of the '30s, '40s and '50s with one amazing difference? each of the cast members is from 59 to 84 years "young!" The Follies has proven, beyond a doubt, Billie Burke's (a.k.a. Mrs. Florenz Ziegfeld and a star in her own right) famous quote, "Age doesn't matter unless you're a cheese." Our pledge is to remain true to the spirit of early Palm Springs while promising a world-class entertainment experience at every performance! More...

Thru 12/3/09
LA DANSE The Paris Opera Ballet
Cinemas Palme d'Or, Westfield Palm Desert, 72840 Highway 111, Palm Desert, CA 92260 / Cinemas Palme d'Or is pleased to present the Chicago theatrical premiere of LA DANSE: THE PARIS OPERA BALLET, opening on 11/25 and continuing through 12/3. Documentary master Frederick Wiseman’s 38th film in a career that has spanned more than 40 years, turns his attention to one of the world’s greatest ballet companies, the Paris Opera Ballet. Tickets & more info: 760.779.0730

Thru 12/12/09
On Earth to Stay
On Earth to Stay, an exhibit planned in recognition of Native American Heritage month will be held at La Quinta Museum, 77885 Avenida Montezuma in La Quinta, CA. The exhibit, presented by La Quinta Arts Foundation, La Quinta Historical Society and La Quinta Museum will be accompanied by a series of lectures, demonstrations and events, free to the public. The exhibit features an extensive collection of Native American basketry and artifacts from the collections of artist David Salk, along with Salk’s contemporary ceramic interpretations of Native American baskets. Also on display will be photographs and writings of George Wharton James (1858-1923). James was a prolific lecturer and journalist, writing more than forty books and many articles and pamphlets on California and the American Southwest. The exhibit is open all regular hours of the museum, Tuesday through Saturday, 10am to 4pm. For more information or reservations, call 760-777-7170.

Thru 12/27/09
Lino Tagliapietra in Retrospect: A Modern Renaissance in Italian Glass
Palm Springs Museum of Art, 101 Museum Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92262 / This exhibition, a comprehensive forty-year retrospective of Tagliapietra's art and career, documents and celebrates his remarkable achievements as a contemporary artist. The exhibition includes 169 art works that range from a room-size installation of his impressive Endeavor boat series, to groupings of masterful goblets, to elegant and evocative sculptural forms. Tagliapietra is widely revered as the master of glassblowing, an inspiring teacher and the elder statesman who is credited with shaping the course of international Studio Glass. More info: 760.322.4800

Thru 6/10
Certified Farmers’ Markets
Every Saturday morning from 8 am to 12:30 pm. at 2300 E Baristo at Farrell - North Side of the Camelot Theatres in Palm Springs, the Certified Farmers Market will bring local farmers and vendors together to showcase the fruits of their labor. The CFM is a gathering place where the community can learn about the importance of nutrition, fresh produce and organic options. The market features farm and food only vendors.organic and transitional produce, herbs, lavender,cheese, bread , honey, nuts, eggs, olives and olive oil,fresh cut flowers, orchids and plants and much more. A Market Chef booth features recipes, culinary delights, educational materials. and guest chefs from around the Coachella Valley. We will also have "Music at the Market" from 9 am to 12. Free Dog sitting is available from 9 am to noon through Fetch Pet Care and Bark Busters. More info: 760-898-5250.

12/4/09 - 12/8/09
Barry Manilow
Mccallum Theatre, 73000 Fred Waring, Palm Desert, CA 92260 / Pop culture icon and music legend Barry Manilow, together with the Manilow Fund for Health and Hope, will present "A Gift of Love...," a five-night holiday concert series that will honor 25 local charities in Palm Springs, the singer's hometown — each night benefiting five of the beneficiary charities. Manilow will perform his hit songs in addition to special holiday songs featured on his new Christmas album, In the Swing of Christmas, just released on October 13 and previous holiday releases, Because It's Christmas and A Christmas Gift of Love. Buy Premium Barry Manilow Tickets Here!