David J Castello

David J Castello is the Editor-in-Chief and Chief Operating Officer for the Castello Cities Internet Network (PalmSprings.com, Nashville.com, WestPalmBeach.com, etc). His debut novel, The Diary of an Immortal (1945-1959) was published in 2016.

Destination PSP to Open Official Palm Springs International Film Festival “Festival Store”

Palm Springs merchandising and marketing company Destination PSP is launching a pop up Festival Store featuring merchandise related to the Palm Springs International Film Festival. The Festival store (located at the Regal Cinema Courtyard Plaza in Palm Springs at 789 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way), along with Destination PSP’s flagship store, and Destination PSP at the …

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New Modern Design Expo Joins The Palm Springs Modernism Show

New Modern Design Expo

Exciting news on one of our favorite events: New Modern Design Expo joins popular Palm Springs Modernism Show & Sale. The Modernism Show & Sale is the most well-attended event of Modernism Week drawing more than 10,000 attendees last year. Celebrating its 18th year in February, the event is produced by Dolphin Promotions, which organizes antiques, …

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Kate’s Top Picks for Thanksgiving Weekend in Palm Springs

Thanksgiving in Palm Springs

Thanksgiving week is upon us—the time to rest and reflect with gratitude on our many blessings, spend time with beloved friends and family, and help those less fortunate.  Here are some of my top picks for things to enjoy this Thanksgiving weekend in the Coachella Valley. Give back, shop, sweat, gawk…there’s something …

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Palm Springs Opera Guild to Celebrate 50 Years of Cultural Impact at the Palm Springs Art Museum

The summer’s behind us, and we’re swinging into High Season, Palm Springs! And nothing is more Palm Springs than the fabulous philanthropic and cultural galas that adorn our season. Here’s a very special one that just came across my desk. Hope to see you there! XOKate Palm Springs Opera Guild …

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Top Picks for Family-Friendly Fun in Palm Springs this Halloween!

Greater Palm Springs always has something for everyone, and Halloween is no exception! While there are plenty of events for grown-ups (be sure to check out the Arenas Road Halloween Costume Contest), Palm Springs also has many family-friendly and kid-centric activities and events just in time for a scarily fun Halloween …

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Greater Palm Springs Pride Announces Grand Marshals for This Year’s Palm Springs Pride Parade!

Greater Palm Springs Pride has announced the Grand Marshals for the annual Palm Springs Pride Parade. This year’s marshals are Navy SEAL Kristin Beck, singer-entertainer and restaurateur Michael Holmes, and Fitness expert Craig Ramsay and celebrity hairstylist Brandon Liberati. Retired United States Navy SEAL Kristin Beck has been named as …

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Looking for Something Fun to Do Next Weekend? ACE Is the Place!

The problem: Looking for the summer fun to continue post-Labor Day? Need a fun staycation or getaway next weekend? Like beer? If you answered yes to any of the preceding questions, have I got a plan for you! The details have been announced for Ace’s sixth annual craft beer weekend, September 9th …

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Palm Springs Design Projects Featured in the HGTV Faces of Design Awards!

Local Design and Consultation Firm Nominated for Two Categories in National Contest Palm Springs’ reputation as a design mecca just received even more national endorsement. H3K, a Palm Springs-based firm specializing in design consultation and project management for upscale residential and commercial remodeling and renovation, is one of the companies selected to participate in the annual …

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Women Take Center Stage as Palm Springs Women’s Jazz Festival Announces 2017 Lineup and Tickets

The Palm Springs Women’s Jazz Festival continues with 100% female artists as it announces its fifth season of entertainment with 30 artists, including chart topping, Grammy-winning artists and award winning masters of their craft.  The Festival continues to create stories of its own, creating anecdotes that band members and the audience …

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