SUMNER 2020 THE ULTIMATE QUEER GUIDE

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SUMNER 2020 THE ULTIMATE QUEER GUIDE 

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Charlie! 

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2 Due to closures please contact location first. Some delivery options available

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C OVER Like you, we are concerned about 

the health and safety of everyone during the 

coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. The DDG will 

be closed to walk-ins through June to help 

contain the spread of COVID-19. All events and 

programming are being canceled. Until then 

will publish on a Periodic schedule . Most links 

are click-able. 

Sadly Charles S. “Charlie Sharples” passed 

away on March 16, 2020 from the coronavirus 

at Desert Regional Hospital in Palm Springs, 

California. See story on page 24. 

NOTE All ads have been suspended and no 

charges will be accrued. At some point we will 

be trying to reach everyone to see when and 

how each business will come back. The DDG 

is expected to remain open with a monthly 

edition. 

Our small businesses, singers and entertainers 

have been and will continue to be the lifeblood 

of our community. 

Note : Any business currently advertising are 

also automatically eligible for free 30 days of ads 

when you are reopened. If for any reason you 

would like to change your ad or contact number 

please let us know. 

will@desertdailyguide.com 

While there is little we as a magazine can do, we 

have added some surprises and technological 

advancements will be tested. Like click here 

that ads direct connection to the ad/info web 

source. 

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During this time I personally hope to finish 

my life story as a book. I can't wait to see 

who plays me in the movie. I hope the scene 

of me swimming nude with my best friend 

at 13 as it is as raw as it gets. Two Jr high 

boys skip school swim nude one black, one 

white. They called us salt and pepper jocks 

Apre swim warming up together grinding 

in our tighty whites together. Or the time 

we got caught behind the auto body shop 

after a game of chess. I could go on but you 

need to wait for the book. 

IN THE NEWS. 

What areas of the state are covered? 

The order went into effect on Thursday, 

March 19, 2020. The order is in place until 

further notice. It covers the whole state 

of California, and it exempts activity as 

needed to maintain continuity of operation 

of the federal critical infrastructure sectors, 

critical government services, schools, 

childcare, and construction, including 

housing construction. 

What can I do? What’s open? 

Essential services will remain open, such 

as: 

MEXICO CITY (Thomson Reuters 

Foundation) - More than 100 LGBT+ rights 

groups on Wednesday called on U.S. public 

health officials to address the heightened 

vulnerability of gay and trans people to the 

coronavirus, warning that their frequently 

weakened immune systems can put them at 

risk. 

“We call on public health officials to ensure 

the LGBTQ community is considered and 

included in the public health response to 

COVID-19 based on potential risk factors 

... in our community,” said Dr. Scott Nass, 

president of GLMA, an LGBT+ health 

advocacy group, in a statement. 

Frequently asked questions stay at home 

order 

Gas stations 

Pharmacies 

Food: Grocery stores, farmers markets, 

food banks, convenience stores, take-out 

and delivery restaurants 

Banks 

Laundromats/laundry services 

Essential state and local government 

functions will also remain open, including 

law enforcement and offices that provide 

government programs and services. 

What’s closed? 

Dine-in restaurants 

Bars and nightclubs 

Entertainment venues 

Gyms and fitness studios 

Public events and gatherings 

Convention Centers 

Hair and nail salons 

Can the Order be changed? 

Yes. The State Public Health Officer may 

When does the stay at home order go into 

effect and how long will we stay home? issue orders as needed – for example if 



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more information emerges about the public 

health situation – and issue new orders and 

directives as conditions warrant. 

How does this order interact with local 

orders to shelter in place? Does it 

supersede them? 

This is a statewide order. 

Business and taxes 

What businesses and organizations are 

exempt? 

Businesses and organizations that provide 

critical infrastructure for the state are 

exempted, including health care and public 

health, public safety, food and agriculture 

and media. See the full list of exempt 

sectors (pdf). 

I run/work at an exempted business or 

organization, as defined by the Order. Do I 

need to get an official letter of authorization 

from the state to operate? 

No. If your business or organization is 

in the list of exempt sectors, it may still 

operate. You do not need to obtain any 

specific authorization from the state to do 

so. 

meals and childcare. Are those still open? 

Yes. It is essential to keep children fed and 

educated. School employees should report 

to work and focus on distance learning, 

school meals, and childcare/supervision. 

Are daycares still open? Can my babysitter 

still come to the house? 

Yes. Daycares are still open, but only for 

children of parents working in essential 

sectors. Daycare centers that remain open 

should employ heightened cleaning and 

distancing requirements. Babysitters may 

also come to the house to care for minors of 

parents working in essential sectors. 

Health care and helping sick relatives 

What if I need to visit a health care 

provider? 

If you are feeling sick with flu-like 

symptoms, please first call your doctor, a 

nurse hotline, or an urgent care center. 

If you need to go to the hospital, call ahead 

so they can prepare for your arrival. If you 

need to call 911, tell the 911 operator the 

exact symptoms you are experiencing so 

the ambulance provider can prepare to treat 

you safely. 

Do I need to pay my taxes? 

Yes, state and federal deadlines have been 

extended. All state taxes are now due on 

July 15. 

Schools and childcare 

My school is providing free grab-and-go 

What about routine, elective or non-urgent 

medical appointments? 

Non-essential medical care like eye exams, 

teeth cleaning, and elective procedures 

must/should be cancelled or rescheduled. If 

possible, health care visits should be done 

remotely. 



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Contact your health care provider to see 

what services they are providing. 

May I still go out to get my prescriptions? 

Yes. You may leave their homes to obtain 

prescriptions or get cannabis from a 

licensed cannabis retailer. 

Can I leave home to care for my elderly 

parents or friends who require assistance to 

care for themselves? Or a friend or family 

member who has disabilities? 

Yes. Be sure that you protect them and 

yourself by following social distancing 

guidelines such as washing hands before 

and after, using hand sanitizer, maintaining 

at least six feet of distance when possible, 

and coughing or sneezing into your elbow 

or a tissue and then washing your hands. 

If you have early signs of a cold, please stay 

away from your older loved ones. 

Can I visit loved ones in the hospital, 

nursing home, skilled nursing facility, or 

other residential care facility? 

Generally no. There are limited exceptions, 

such as if you are going to the hospital with 

a minor who is under 18 or someone who 

is developmentally disabled and needs 

assistance. For most other situations, the 

order prohibits non-necessary visitation to 

these kinds of facilities except at the end-oflife. 

This is difficult, but necessary to protect 

hospital staff and other patients. 

Outdoor recreation 

Can I still exercise? Take my kids to the 

park for fresh air? Take a walk around the 

block? 

Yes. So long as you are maintaining a safe 

social distance of six feet from people who 

aren’t part of your household, it is ok to 

go outside for exercise, a walk or fresh air. 

Gyms are closed. 

Can I walk my dog? Take my pet to the vet? 

You can walk your dog. You can go to 

the vet or pet hospital if your pet is sick. 

Remember to distance yourself at least six 

feet from other pets and owners. 

Can people still go hiking or visit State 

Parks? Please follow city guidelines 

At the time of this writing: 

Californians can walk, run, hike and bike 

in their local neighborhoods as long as they 

continue to practice social distancing of 6 

feet. This means avoiding crowded trails 

& parking lots. To help reduce crowds, 

State Parks is modifying operations at 

some parks, including closing vehicular 

access and parking lots to reduce density 

of visitors. For information on National 

Parks, please visit their website and list of 

closures can be found at www.parks.ca.gov/ 

flattenthecurve. need to leave the park. 

A partial list of Palm Springs free food 

resources.. 

This list is by no means all inclusive. Along 

with regular services listing We are always 

looking for more resources. If you know 


INSIDER GUIDE 

BEST BET: LATE NIGHT BAR AND 

RESTAURANT RUNWAY RESTAURANT MEET 

Meet at the bar, sleep at the hotel! 

BEST BET: GAY SUNDAY BEVERAGE BUST 

Get together at The Barracks 

BEST BET: GAY THEME NIGHTS at the Tool 

Shed Bar and The Barracks. Eagle 

BEST BET: GAY BINGO OH 69 at the Tool 

Shed Bar Wed. & Sat. 12pm - 3pm 

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MONDAY OF EACH MONTH 

BEGINNING FEBRUARY 24. 

TRUNKS BAR IN CATHEDRAL 

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BEST BET: Best Bottomless Champagne 

Breakfast at Pinocchio's of the Desert 

BEST BET: EVERY DAY Breakfast, Lunch, 

and Dinner 

at Sunshine Cafe in Cathedral City. 

BEST BET: GAY MOVIES gay, cult and 

pop movies at the Palm Springs Cultural 

Center for schedule of events visit 

palmspringsculturalcenter.org. 

BEST FREE BET: Village-fest Street 

Festival Thursday night street fair featuring 

arts, crafts, food, and entertainment! Its 

also fun to watch the gay community as you 

walk down Arenas Rd, the heart of the gay 

community. Downtown, Thursdays, 6pm- 

10pm 

Certified Farmers Market: Palm Springs 

(Indoor) 

Sat, 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM 

Pavilion, 402 S Pavilion Way 

Palm Springs, CA 

CDC WARNING 

Recent investigations reported on CDC.gov 

Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) 

Hard-boiled Eggs – Listeria Infections 

Pet Store Puppies – Multidrug-resistant 

Campylobacter Infections 

Lung Injury Associated with E-cigarette Use 

or Vaping 

LGBTQ CENTER OF THE DESERT 760-416-7790 

COMMUNITY FOOD BANK 760-416-7790 

SCOTT HINES BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CLINIC at 

the CENTER (760-416-7899) 

1301 North Palm Canyon Drive, Suite 301, 

Palm Springs, CA 92262 

TheCenterPS.org 

Daily programing is available online at the 

above website or by calling the Center. 

SAVE THE DATE: 

SAVE THE DATE: 

March 17th – Beginner Tap Dancing Class 

March 18th – Prehap and Rehab for Knee 

Replacement Surgery 

March 25th – Learn to Couples Dance 

Games, Friends, Fun and More – 2nd and 

4th Saturday of Each Month 

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of a food resource that is not included 

here, please let us know. Each are in need 

of donations as well. Note service at some 

locations may change please call first. 

Well in the Desert - Service Center 

555 Commercial Drive Suite 10 

Palm Springs , CA - 92262 

(760) 327-8577 

Food assistance is provided for the 

homeless and working poor. In addition 

this agency provides resumé creation and 

job search assistance to help their clients 

gain employment. 

Note these listing are not verified. 

Please call us immediately if you feel not 

welcomed 

distribution; food vouchers and motel 

vouchers to people in the Coachella Valley. 

Desert Hot Springs Nutrition 

11-777 West Dr. 

Desert Hot Springs, CA - 92240 

760-329-0222 

Senior Nutrition Programs and Services 

provide nutritious meals to seniors 

throughout Riverside and San Bernardino 

Counties serving 2,500 seniors a day. 

Our program assists seniors and their 

loved ones in helping to maintain their 

independence. 

St. Elizabeth Church 

66-6700 Pierson Blvd. 


(760) 329-8794 

Program provides a 2-3 day supply of food 

to low income families, individuals and 

seniors. 

Food Now 

11555 Palm Drive 


(760) 329-4100 

Food assistance provided to needy inviduals 

and families. Food can be received 3 times 

a week. Also provides formula and diapers 

when available. Low Income, Homeless 

People, Disabilities and Health Conditions 

Idyllwild HELP 

26330 Highway 243 

Idyllwild , CA - 92549 

(951) 659-2110 

This program provides emergency food to 

income qualified and homeless individuals 

in the mountain communities. 

Idyllwild. In addition, this program 

St. Theresa's Catholic Church 

2800 E. Ramon Rd. 

Palm Springs, CA - 92264 

(760) 323-2669 

Program provides 2-3 days of emergency 

food to low income families, individuals 

and seniors. Those in need can receive food 

on a weekly basis. 

31189 Robert Road 

1000 Palms, CA - 92276 

(760) 324-5995 

Program provides a 2-3 day supply of food 

to low income families, individuals and 

seniors. Clothing is provided to those in 

need when available. 

ECS - Desert Hot Springs 

14201 Palm Drive Suite 108 


(760) 318-7740 

provides food vouchers for needy 

Program 12 Due provides: to closures hot/cold please meals; contact food location individuals. first. Some It also delivery provides options vouchers available for

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EDITORIAL 

Volume 25, Issue 39 

SUMMER 2020 

DDG IS 

PUBLISHED WEEKLY BY 

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CCBC is the largest clothing optional Gay 

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Located just a few minutes from downtown 

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555 E. San Lorenzo Rd 

CCBC Resort 

92264 Palm Springs CA 

Romantic and relaxing or fun and frisky. At 

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Covid 19 VIRUS UPDATE 

Bars & Restaurants 

PLEASE PATRONIZE OUR 

SUPPORTERS 

Pinocchio In the Desert 

Palm Springs breakfast and 

lunch bistro restaurant with a 

warm and welcoming, lively 

fun European Atmosphere. 

134 East Tahquitz Canyon 

Way, PS 

Rio Azul - Mexican Style Rest. 

& Bar 

Best authentic Mexican 

style restaurant in the valley. 

With patio and Bar. Home 

of an original and distinct 

interpretation of Mexican food 

.Longest running Sunday Drag 

Brunch.(760) 992-5641 350 

South Indian Cyn, PS, 

Eagle 501 Bar 

LEVI/LEATHER bar in the 

heart of Arenas, Palm Springs 

301 E Arenas Rd , PS 

Runway Restaurant & Bar 

The valleys premier arts and 

entertainment. Featuring 

American Casual Dining 

Drinks & Drag at CCBC 

Resort Hotel.68300 Gay Resort 

Drive, CC 

We are closely following the Centers for Disease Control's 

(CDC) guidelines and recommendations on the steps we can 

take to help prevent the spread of the virus. 

If you're looking for an accurate up to date information our 

scientist say "Look at the CDC" 

Sunshine Cafe 

Nearly as perfect as it gets! 

Known as a local hole in the 

wall with a funky vibe and 

fantastic food, frequented by 

celebrities, politicians, word 

of mouth visitors from around 

the world. 36815 Cathedral 

Canyon Dr. CC 

(760) 328-1415 6:00 am 

The Barracks 

LEVI/LEATHER No matter 

your fetish, if you’re in the 

mood for some great cruising 

or just listening to some sexy 

music while you have a cigar 

and conversation at the largest 

patio bar in the desert. 

67625 E. Palm Canyon Dr. CC 

Tool Shed 

LEVI/LEATHER In the Warm 

Sands District in central Palm 

Springs. 

600 E Sunny Dunes Rd , PS 

(760) 320-3299 

10:00 am – 2:00 am 

Tryst Bar and Lounge 

Eclectic mix of straight and 

gays of all ages, AMI Video 

Jukebox - Pool -Darts- Air 

Hockey - Giant Jenga. 

Everyone is Welcome at Tryst 

21+ 188 S Indian Canyon Dr 

Palm Springs, CA 

Because of our advertisers 

The DDG provides free and low 

cost advertising that has and 

continues to build a strong 

and vibrant LGBT Community 

Please remember to thank 

them with your patronage.. 

More Gay & Gay Friendly 

Bars and Restaurants. 

Phoenix 

Charlie's 

Dick's Cabaret 

Kobalt Bar 

Pat O's 

Stacy's 

Inland Empire 

The Menagerie 

VIP 

Alibi East 

Hook-Up 

340 Restaurant & Nightclub 

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SPRING HAS SPRUNG 

Time to clean your closets and cabinets? 

We hope you do! 

And when the time arrives that we can accept all of your 

treasures, we'll be there with open arms! 

But right now, our resale stores must remain closed for 

your safety and that of our employees. 


Next Mass March 22 at 5pm. 

Call or 442-282-8333 or visit stgilesaltadena.org for more details. 

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THE ART OF FILLING GAY TIME DURING THE EPIDEMIC 

AdamsArtExpose’ 

AdamsArtExpose’ ART 

The conflicting reports coming from 

the White House and medical experts 

continue to leave us in limbo regarding 

reliable information on this Pandemic. 

Sheltering in place can get to be 

extremely boring but necessary for not 

those of us not employed in one of the 

essential services. Being exposed to the 

virus and exposing others if you may 

have it and not realize that you do is 

not a risk worth taking. 

Finding interesting and productive 

activities to occupy shelter in place time 

can be tedious. For those interested 

in the arts, both local and national 

galleries are going online to give 

virtual tours of current exhibitions and 

background information on the artists. 

Regarding specific gay interest, areas 

ASK ANY BUDDY is a virtual photo 

album that as put together fragments 

from over 125 movies creating a wide 

variety of rare footage from the 60s, 

70s, and 80s. It is a compilation of 

film shots of dozens of legendary, but 

real cruising areas, and general social 

spaces, that have since disappeared. It 

is humorous and sexy documentation 

of gay life following the Stonewall Riots 

at least how it is depicted in the moves. 

https://www.youtube.com/ 

watch?v=IWGHcIlulzO&t=12s 

An informative and insightful video 

about the PEIR KIDS, a group of gay/ 

black/&trans homeless youth that hang 

out at Christopher Street Pier in New 

York City. Rated as the best and most 

informative about the issues that gay 

black and trans youth face. 

https://www.youtube. 

com/watach?v=5YL1- 

Fmy3SA&feature=youtu.be 

Considering more contemporary 

and international films about gay 

life, "Queer Japan" looks at the 

LGBTQ community in that country 

in Tokyo and other cities in Japan. It 

demonstrates that gay liberation has 

become more global than what might 

be current thinking. This film shows 

how everyday people are daring to live 

their lives and defy the norms of gender 

and sexual identity in unconventional 

ways. One of the artists featured is 

the most influential manga artist, 

Gengoroh Tagame, who has created 

numerous explicitly erotic drawings 

and paintings of gay life in Japan. This 


engrossing documentary is directed by, 

Graham Kolbeins, Produced by 

HiromiIida and Co-written by Anne Ishii. 

has English subtitles. 

This film can be viewed free through IMBd 

TV. 

These are a few alternative ways to pass 

time getting through the pandemic. Enjoy, 

stay well and share other ideas you have 

for sheltering in place. 

Questions, comments, suggestions, 

contact - adamsartexpose@gmail.com or 

adamsartexpose@desertdailyguide.com 

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Charlie Sharples and Will place a wreath 

at state LGBT Veterans memorial 

monument. Tom Swann in background. 

“If you were young, hetero or middle-aged, 

there was nothing to do,” said 20 years ago 

by Charlie Sharples, a longtime resident 

and first executive director of the Desert 

Business Association, which promotes 

gay-friendly businesses. While may talked 

about the community changes he planned 

them for the DBA and our ever changing 

demographics. 

Memorial From the desk of activist and 

former Marine Sgt, Tom Swann. 

March 8 as a passenger in Craig Osborne’s 

car and was so sick that he did not go home 

and was taken directly to the hospital. 

The hospital complained to Rick Tice, his 

roommate, that Charlie’s diapers were a 

mess. 

On Monday March 16 Charlie’s nephew in 

Pennsylvania told the hospital to remove 

life support and Charlie died. 

Charlie was born in Louisville, Kentucky 

approximately 1942. (He was 59 years old in 

October 2000). He grew up in Manchester 

Pennsylvania. As a high school senior in 

1960 he shook hands with President John F. 

Kennedy during the Presidential campaign 

at the county fair. He attended Penn 

State University and was very fond of late 

football coach Joe Paterno. Charlie’s uncle 

was a Roman Catholic Priest. 

Charlie is one of the most beloved and 

popular gay veterans in the history of the 

Coachella Valley. He first began coming to 

the desert almost fifty years ago (September 

1974) after his service as a Captain in the 

U.S. Marine Corps. Charlie served during 

the Tet Offensive in 1968 in Vietnam. 

Charlie was awarded both the Bronze and 

Silver Stars Medals and was an Infantry 

Platoon Officer. He also served as the 

Commanding Officer of the Brig on the 

USS Midway. He was also stationed in 

Puerto Rico. 

Charlie lived for many years in both 29 

Palms and Indio. He was an apartment 

building landlord and was manager 

(innkeeper) of CCBC (a gay hotel) in 

Charlie and best friend, Craig Osborne, 

embarked on a Cruise where they shared a 

stateroom to the Mexican Riviera on March 

1st. 

Three days into the cruise Charlie became 

ill, so for the last 4 days on cruise he stayed 

in his cabin and was incontinent requiring 

the bed mattress to be changed twice. 

He returned to Palm Springs on Sunday Cathedral City. For a short time, he was 




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Amenities include free wifi, daily 

continental breakfast, evening social 

hour, complimentary local gym access, 

air conditioning, on-site guest laundry, 

outdoor misters and assistance with 

restaurant and activity bookings 

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ATTRACTIONS/ENTERTAINMENT 

Cabot’s Pueblo Museum 760-329-7610 

McCallum Adobe 760-323-8297 

Indian Canyons 760-323-6018 

Palm Springs Aerial Tram 760-325-1449 

Palm Springs Air Museum 760-778-6262 

Palm Springs Art Museum 760-325-7186 

Sunnylands 760-328-2829 

Patton Memorial Museum 760-227-3483 

Joshua Tree National park 760-367-5500 

ADULT FETISH AND TOYS 

*Gear Leather & Fetish 760 322-3363 

ATTORNEYS 

*Joseph Rhea legal criminal law human 

rights 760 322-3001 


CONCRETE 

GENERAL SERVICES 

Patriot Services 

LIC General Contactor 

Handyman | Flooring | SHOWERS 

PLUMBING | ELECTICAL 

760-327-9619 

Hauling 

Red’s Hauling. We remove trash and unwanted 

items. Garage clean outs. Call Red 

at 

760-288-6956 

SHOPPING 

LEATHER GEAR TOYS 

*Gear Leather and Fetish 760-322-3363 

gearleather.com 650 E. Sunny Dunes 

Leather Repair 

Off Ramp Leathers 760-778-2798 

www.offrampleathers.com New and used 

leather and fetish/BSDM gear. Alterations 

and repairs from saddle-patching or get 

measured for a new custom leather outfit 

handmade by Paul. Great selection of 

consignment items. 650 E. Sunny Dunes 

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PAINTERS 

TRAVEL 

Idyllwild 

LIVING FREE ANIMAL SANCTUARY 

Living Free rescues dogs & cats from public 

shelters. We're a no-kill nonprofit - with 

spay/neuter, pet adoptions, animal welfare. 

Tax-deductable Visitors Welcome! OPEN 

DAILY 11:00am to 4:00pm CLOSED 

WEDNESDAYS. We are NOT licensed to 

take animals from the public and rescue 

from local shelters only. 

54250 KEEN CAMP ROAD MOUNTAIN 

CENTER, CA 92561 

Mental Health Services. 

Cat City Psychotherapy Corp. Mental 

Health Services. Individual & Group 

therapy. LGBT Affirming. Specializing in 

Depression, Anxiety & Trauma. Licensed 

Psychologist Mark Charles. 

catcitypsc@gmail.com. 

www.catcitypsc.com . 760-878-7102. 

MATRIMONY SPIRITUALITY 

Bloom In the Desert Ministries 

760 327-3802 

St. Giles 442-282-8333 

Idyllwild Guest House 

Escape desert temperatures for cool 

breezes. Visit Idyllwild Guest House 

for spectacular sunsets and beautiful 

mornings. Relaxing private location 

with hot tub and clothing optional sundecks. 

Idyllwildgayguesthouse.com 

Mark Lonsbury 760-406-9699 

Idyllwild Nature Center The center provides 

an array of environmental education 

programs, guided tours, and field study. 

trips. 951-659-3850 


MOVING HERE? 

Gas 800-427-2200 

Water 760-323-4971 

Electric 800-990-7788 

Trash 800-973-3873 

Recycling 760-327-1351 

Free Trolley Buzz 760 260-8104 

GROUPS/ORG/HELP 

LGBT COMMUNITY CENTER 

760-416-7790 www.thecenterps.org 

AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY 800- 

227-2345 

AMVETS: 760-324-5670 

BLOOM IN THE DESERT MINISTRIES: 

760-327-3802 

Coachella Valley Sexual Assault Services 

Rape Crisis Center (760) 568-9071 

Democrats of the Desert 

desertdemocrats.org 

DESERT LEGAL AID: 760-832-9770 

DESERT STONEWALL DEMOCRATS: 

www.desert-stonewall.org 

DESERT WINDS 760 776-2700 

FRONTRUNNERS psfr.org 

GAY ARTISTS - 760 835-0727 

Gay Book Club of PS—write to bookclubofps@yahoo.com 

Transgender community transcc.org 

PALM SPRINGS GAY MEN’S CHORUS 

760-219-2077 

PALM SPRINGS LEATHER ORDER OF 

THE DESERT 760 272-5553 

PALM SPRINGS PRIDE pspride.org 

Prime Timers of the Desert 760-424-8014. 

NATURIST DAY PASSES 

Gay Men CCBC Resort 

Family DeAnza Springs Resort Jacumba, 

CA, Living Waters, Desert Sun Resort 


Starland Community Desert retreat 

STARLANDCOMMUNITY.ORG 

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For a short timer he lived in Idyllwild and 

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Charlie and Tom Swann Hernandez have 

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Big Bear Lake. Charlie and Tom went on a 

cruise ship to Mexico together and loved 

going together to Laughlin, Nevada. 

He was co-founder of the Desert Stonewall 

Democratic Club. He was President 

of the Desert Business Association 

(DBA). During his term with the DBA 

the organization almost doubled its 

membership. He was co-chair with Tom 

Swann Hernandez of Gay Liberation 

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instrumental in electing a gay majority to 

the Palm Springs City Council in 2003. 

He marched in 1999 with LGBTQ veterans 

for the first time in the Palm Springs 

Veterans Day Parade. 

Charlie helped dedicate America’s first 

LGBT Veterans Memorial in Cathedral City. 

The agenda from the dedication ceremony 

on Saturday May 27, 2001. 

He was a member of the Palm Springs Gay 

Veterans. He was a charter member of 

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Peace (VFP). He is also a member of the 

American Legion and Disabled American 

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in June 2019. Charlie attended his last 

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ship to the Mexican Riviera. Charlie is a 

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place where LGBTQ flourish. Charlie will 

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California. AMVETS Post 66 plans to place 

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Patton Memorial Museum at Chiriaco 

Summit, California. Anyone wishing 

to donate towards the cost of Charlie's 

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to: AmVets Post 66; PO Box 5163; Rancho 

Mirage, CA 92270 

Charlie honored at America’s first STATE 

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Cathedral City. 

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