Mid-Day: Take Flight The Palm Springs Air Museum boasts one of the world’s largest collections of World War II aircraft; airworthy planes include a P-51 Mustang, P-47 Thunderbolt, and B-17 Flying Fortress. The F-4 Phantom and MiG-21 are highlights in the Korean War and Vietnam War hangar. palmspringsairmuseum.org Late Afternoon: Appreciate Art Housed in an architecturally … [Read more...] about Travel Author Christopher P. Baker Reveals 4 Must Stops in Palm Springs
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Frank Bogert Played a Starring Role in Palm Springs’ Emergence
He spoke Spanish fluently and travelled often, but never stayed away from the desert for more than two weeks. He loved its history, its trails, and the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians that had settled the land thousands of years ago. He forged lifelong friendships with tribal council leaders Vyola Ortner and Richard Milanovich as well as fellow El Mirador workers … [Read more...] about Frank Bogert Played a Starring Role in Palm Springs’ Emergence
The Living Desert Will Open New Rhino Savanna Habitat in November
“Rhinos are iconic symbols of the wildlife trafficking crisis, and this new habitat will help us educate our guests about the plight of the rhino and allow us to continue our efforts protecting the black rhino in Africa.” The Living Desert participates in several conservation initiatives that support black rhinos in Eastern and Southern Africa. Actively partnering with … [Read more...] about The Living Desert Will Open New Rhino Savanna Habitat in November
Modernism Week Fall Preview Events Still Have Tickets Available
Just a few weeks remain before Modernism Week Fall Preview commences, Oct. 14-17, with in-person events for the first time since February 2020. Here are 12 events, in no particular order, that have available tickets. All events are following COVID-19 safety measures. For information and tickets, visit modernismweek.com. Modernism Week Featured Home Tour: Sunburst Palms - … [Read more...] about Modernism Week Fall Preview Events Still Have Tickets Available
Johnny and Velma Dawson Became the Desert’s First Power Couple
In later years, Velma devoted her time to painting, philanthropy — and puppets. “Once you do puppets, they’re always with you,” said Velma, who continued to entertain with her marionettes. Her favorite puppet was Madame, a saucy character who worked the crowd, neatly playing into her talent for ad-libbing. Fans sought her out, and successful, 40-something gentlemen flew in just … [Read more...] about Johnny and Velma Dawson Became the Desert’s First Power Couple