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welcome
January 1, 2024
V0lume 28 Issue 6
Best OLD JOKES For the New Year!
Youth is when you’re allowed to stay
up for New Year’s. Old is when you’re
forced to.
A gay man, having too much to drink,
decided to walk home on New Year’s
Eve. A policeman stopped the man and
Out with the old,
in with the new!
A very Happy
New Year to you!
2024!
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way to a lecture,” the man replied. The
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New Year’s Eve?” The man answered:
“My new Boyfriend’s husband.”
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A GAY ARTIST FINDS HIS WAY
THROUGH DISCRIMINATION
WITH HIS ART
a music festival when he and his partner
experienced a fierce attack by a small
group of homophobic men. He was
left unconscious and toothless. This
life-changing experience left him with
anger, denial, and sadness but also
gave him more self-confidence and
a commitment not to be quiet about
violence and hate. He moved first
to Berlin, Germany where he felt he
The year 2023 has seen numerous
homophobic and transphobic bills
introduced and in some states passed at
alarming rates. Florida, Louisiana. North
Carolina, Missouri, and Texas have been
at the forefront of hate laws. The LGBTQ
community has gained more positive
acceptance over the past two decades
but there has been an active and
vocal siege of anti-rights bills introduced
this year. Artists are in the forefront of
challenging discrimination and hatemongering.
One of these artists is Andrew Salgado,
a Canadian artist who experienced
the wrath of homophobic hate in his
home country in 2008. He was leaving
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wanted to do further study and write his
master’s thesis in German, a language
which he studied for 3 years while in
undergraduate work in Canada. He
found Germany not to be accepting of
his art and not welcoming as a place
to live even though he still loves it as
a tourist. This brought him to London
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where he has lived and created his art
since 2010.
Selgado says that the early violent
experience was a turning point in his
life where he always had dreams of
becoming an artist. As his work evolved
his art became his weapon. He says
he is not the angry youth he once
was but that “his art is still the vehicle
for his voice”. He is actively involved
in LGBTQ issues and art is an amazing
way to talk about political issues. With
his recent successes in the art world,
he contributes generously to LGBTQ
charities
and more
reflective of his
experiences
and his visual
comments on
current culture.
Although Selgado
lives in the UK
he has been
greatly influenced
by the continuing violence in the U.S.
The Orlando massacre and the mass
shootings in Colorado Springs had
a profound effect on him and was
reflected in the art he produced at the
time.
The Beers Gallery in London is Salgado’s
primary outlet. His work is figurative and
somewhat homoerotic. The mediums
he works with are primarily oil and oil
pastels. Male figures and portraits
are the primary subjects with abstract
aesthetics compared to artists such as
Henri Matisse, Paul Gauguin, and Francis
Bacon. although Selgado’s work
is more contemporary, more colorful,
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This pre-election
year has been
reflective of hatemongering
coming
especially from the
MAGA wing of the
Republican Party. LGBTQj hate crimes
have shown an increase of 40 percent
with added emphasis on transgender
crimes increasing over 60 percent. The
targeting of vulnerable groups has
always been an emphasis with rightwing
supremacists. Artists of all genres
have been spearheading and exposing
the evil of these pitiable groups and
their destructive influence in society.
throughout history. The year 2024 will
be an indicator of how this democratic
society continues to either be more
reflective of or regressive of acceptance
and equality. Hoping and Wishing for
a positive and accepting NEW YEAR.

After losing beloved stars,
including Barbara Walters,
Kirstie Alley, and Stephen
“tWitch” Boss in the final days
of 2022, the entertainment
industry continued to deal
with loss in 2023. We listed
some that uniquely impacted
us in one way or another.
Tom Smothers
The musician died on December 26 after
battling cancer at age 70.
“Tom was not only the loving older brother
that everyone would want in their life, he was
a one-of-a-kind creative partner. I am forever
grateful to have spent a lifetime together with
him, on and off stage, for over 60 years,” his
brother, Dick Smothers, said in a statement
from the National Comedy Center. “Our
relationship was like a good marriage – the
longer we were together, the more we loved
and respected one another. We were truly
blessed.
The founding member of The Chicks died on
December 22 after a car accident. She was 65.
Lynch rose to fame as one of the founding
members of The Dixie Chicks, which shortened
its name in 2020, alongside Robin Lynn
Macy, Martie Maguire, and Emily Strayer. The
foursome founded their bluegrass-country
band in 1989, with Laura playing upright bass
and performing as lead vocalist. Macy, now
62, left the band in 1992, with Laura following
three years later in 1995. She is survived by her
husband, Mac Tull, and their daughter, Asia.
Andre Braugher
The Brooklyn Nine-Nine alum’s rep confirmed
his death on December 12. According to
Deadline, the actor passed away one day prior
after battling a brief illness. Further details of
his death were not released at the time.
Ryan O’Neal
The actor, known for his work on projects such
as Paper Moon, Love Story, Peyton Place, The
Driver, and more, died at age 82 on December
8. O’Neal’s son Patrick confirmed the news
via Instagram, writing, “My dad passed away
peacefully today, with his loving team by his
side supporting him and loving him as he
would us.
Norman Lear
Mike Nussbaum
The TV legend died at his home in Los Angeles
The actor died on December 23 at age 99. He
of natural causes on December 5 at age 101, Us
was days away from his 100th birthday. He
Weekly confirmed.
died of “old age,” his daughter told AP.
“Thank you for the moving outpouring of
A prestigious theater actor, Nussbaum made
love and support in honor of our wonderful
waves in Hollywood in films such as Field of
husband, father, and grandfather,” his family
Dreams, Fatal Attraction, and Men in Black.
shared in a statement. “Norman lived a life of
creativity, tenacity, and empathy. He deeply
ura Lynch
loved our country and spent a lifetime helping
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to preserve its founding ideals of justice and
equality for all. Knowing and loving him has
been the greatest of gifts. We ask for your
understanding as we mourn privately in
celebration of this remarkable human being.”
Henry Kissinger
The former Secretary of State’s firm died at
his home in Connecticut on November 29,
according to a statement made by his firm. He
was 100.
Richard Roundtree
The actor died on October 24 after a brief
battle with pancreatic cancer, his rep told ABC
News. Roundtree was known for the iconic
Shaft film franchise, which started in the 1970s
and most recently had a sequel in 2019. He also
starred in movies, including Se7en and George
of the Jungle, and TV shows like Desperate
Housewives, Alias, and Soul Food.
Suzanne Shepherd
The actress died at home on November 17,
her agent told Variety. She was 89. Shepherd
was known for her TV roles in The Sopranos
and Blue Bloods as well as her movies, which
included Goodfellas, Mystic Pizza, Lolita and
Requiem for a Dream. She is survived by a
daughter and granddaughter.
Rosalynn Carter
The former first lady died on November 19 at
age 96.
Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter, a passionate
champion of mental health, caregiving,
and women’s rights, passed away Sunday,
November 19, at 2:10 p.m. at her home in
Plains, Georgia,” a statement released via the
Carter Center read. “She died peacefully, with
family by her side.”
She is survived by former president Jimmy
Carter, who is currently in hospice care, their
four children and 11 grandchildren.
Burt Young
The actor’s daughter, Anne Morea Steingieser,
confirmed that her father died on October
8 at age 83. Sylvester Stallone, who starred
alongside Young in the Rocky movies, paid
tribute to his late costar via Instagram. “To
my Dear Friend, BURT YOUNG, you were an
incredible man and artist,” Stallone wrote. “I and
the World will miss you very much … RIP.”
Suzanne Somers
The Three’s Company alum died on October 15
at age 76.
“Suzanne Somers passed away peacefully at
home in the early morning hours of October
15,” her publicist said in a statement to Us
Weekly. “She survived an aggressive form of
breast cancer for over 23 years. Suzanne was
surrounded by her loving husband Alan, her
son Bruce, and her immediate family. Her family
was gathered to celebrate her 77th birthday
on October 16. Instead, they will celebrate
her extraordinary life, and want to thank her
millions of fans and followers who loved her
dearly.”
Matthew Perry
Perry died at age 54 on October 28 after
an apparent drowning. Law enforcement
responded to a call about a cardiac arrest when Dick Butkus
they found the Friends alum in his jacuzzi. The NFL Hall of Famer died on October 4. He
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Resolution Solutions
Find a Cause You’re Passionate About.
VET? Join AMVETS Post 66 Americas
First in nation California LGBT state
monument.
amvetspost66.org
New AMVETS Express Phone Number
(760) 832-8712
Post Adjutant and Finance Officer
Randy Schecher-Bowers will become
the new dispatcher for the historic
free AMVETS Express to Loma Linda VA
hospital this January. He replaces Robbi
Hagen who is retiring after almost 20
years of great service.
Next AMVET MEETING ON SATURDAY
JANUARY 13, 2024 11:30 AM AT
American Legion Hall 400 N. Belardo
Road
Palm Springs CA. 92262
Like the California LGBTQ Veterans
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request for Valentine’s Day 2024!
Key Responsibilities
Visit our Cupid Crew website at www.
wishofalifetime.org/events/cupid/ to
download, print, and decorate cards
to send across the country or deliver to
older adults in community.
Deliver roses to senior communities or to
older adults in local community.
Lead a group of volunteers to deliver
roses in your community.
2024 Compendium of Physical Activities
COMING SOON!
The Adult Compendium of Physical
Activities was developed for use in
epidemiologic studies to standardize
the assignment of MET intensities in
physical activity questionnaires. MET,
or Metabolic Equivalent, is the ratio of
the work metabolic rate to the resting
metabolic rate. One MET is defined as 1
kcal/kg/hour and is roughly equivalent
to the energy cost of sitting quietly.
1 sitting quietly drinking beer .5 MET
Wish of a Lifetime Cupid Crew Volunteer
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burn more,4 - 10 MET and so on.
Description
Brighten up Valentine’s Day for older
Basicly, an activity with a MET value of
adults in your community. On February
4 means you’re exerting four times the
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energy (and thus burning four times the
worked with volunteers across the
calories) than you would if you were
country to deliver over 100,000 cards
sitting still.
and 100,000 roses to older adults for
its 10th annual Cupid Crew. Sign up
This year they will be introducing a new
today to learn more about joining this
Compendium for Older Adults and a new
nationwide effort to send some love to
Compendium of Wheelchair Activities.
older adults by pre placing your rose
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In
The
News...or not
by AioBUS
New Laws Going Into Effect On January
1st
Published: Dec 29, 2023
SACRAMENTO – In partnership with the
Legislature, Governor Gavin Newsom
this year signed landmark legislation
to support the reproductive rights
of Californians, increase affordable
housing, hold Big Oil accountable, and
protect the safety, health, and wellbeing
of all Californians.
WHAT GOVERNOR NEWSOM SAID:
“California is more than just a state of
dreamers, we’re a state of doers. Thanks
to the Legislature’s strong partnership in
2023, the state is leading by example to
create opportunity, and advance and
protect the rights of all Californians.”
Here is a quick look at a few bills that will
take effect on January 1, 2024:
FIGHTING FOR REPRODUCTIVE RIGHTS
Assemblymember Bauer-Kahan’s AB
352 requires companies that manage
electronic health records to protect
all Californians’ and visitors’ electronic
medical records related to abortion,
gender-affirming care, pregnancy loss,
and other sensitive services. This closes
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a major loophole in privacy protections
for people traveling to California for
abortion and gender-affirming care.
Senator Skinner’s SB 345 protects
providers and people from enforcement
action in California of other states’ laws
that criminalize or limit reproductive and
gender-affirming health care services.
ADDRESSING THE OPIOID CRISIS
Assemblymember Haney’s AB 663
allows for more mobile pharmacies to
be created in communities across the
state and enables them to dispense
treatment medications for opioid use
disorder.
WORKERS’ RIGHTS
Governor Newsom signed Senator
Gonzalez’s SB 616, which expands the
number of sick days available to workers
from 3 to 5.
INCREASING VOTER ACCESS
Assemblymember Pellerin’s AB 545
allows voters with a disability to
complete a regular ballot outside of
any polling place—known as curbside
voting—and removes the requirement
for a voter to declare under oath that
they are unable to mark their ballot in
order to receive assistance doing so.
TAKING ON BIG OIL
Senator Skinner’s SBX1-2 grants the
California Energy Commission new
authority to penalize refineries and
set a maximum gross gasoline refining
margin if necessary to help combat
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Two Spirit Anthem
Indigiqueer Artist Releases “Kaleidoscope”
By Skip Sheffield
“Growing up, I would
pretend I was Madonna
and David Bowie at the
same time,” says
Indigiqueer music artist
Roger Kuhn.
He says his gender and
sexual orientation can
be seen through a
kaleidoscopic lens filled
with multiples shapes,
colors, expressions,
and beauty beyond the
ordinary.
“Kaleidoscope,” his new
dance single rooted in
classic house and
progressive EDM,
releases to all digital
platforms on January 12
via So Fierce Music.
Visit Rogerkuhn.com
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Out, Proud with No Agenda
Jaime Adrian Releases Debut Album
By Skip Sheffield
Jaime Adrian’s explosive
new album, No Agenda,
dips into multiple genres
of dance music from Latin
beat to country twists,
house tracks and euro
pop. “I didn’t want people
to say it all sounds the
same,” he explains.
Produced by Velvet Code,
album highlights include
“Belong,” a nod to Jaime’s
self-described nerdy
quirks, and a cover of the
house music classic, “If
You Could Read My
Mind”.
Jaime Adrian’s No Agenda is
being distributed by So Fierce
Music and is available on all
digital platforms.
Follow on Instagram @ jaimeadrianreyes
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was 80 years old.
The Chicago Bears icon “died peacefully in his
sleep overnight at home in Malibu, California,”
his family said in a statement the following day.
Dianne Feinstein
The longtime California senator died on
September 28 at the age of 90.
“Dianne Feinstein was many things – a
powerful, trailblazing U.S. Senator; an early
voice for gun control; a leader in times of
tragedy and chaos. But to me, she was a dear
friend, a lifelong mentor, and a role model
for me and my wife and daughters for what a
powerful, effective leader looks like,” California
governor Gavin Newsom wrote in a statement.
“She was a political giant whose tenacity was
matched by her grace. She broke down barriers
and glass ceilings but never lost her belief in
the spirit of political cooperation. And she
was a fighter — for the city, the state, and the
country she loved.”
Newsom concluded: “Nobody possessed the
strength, gravitas, and fierceness of Dianne
Feinstein.”
song till the very last breath and will be missed
beyond measure by so many.”
The “Margaritaville” singer is survived by wife
Jane Slagsvol and their three children.
Bob Barker
The longtime Price Is Right host died on August
26 at 99. Barker’s rep confirmed to Us Weekly
that he died of natural causes.
Clarence Avant
The record executive died on August 13. He
was 92.
Known as “the godfather of Black music,” Avant
played a large part in the careers of Bill Withers,
Whitney Houston, Janet Jackson, and more
iconic acts.“Clarence was part of a generation
that served as a bridge from a time when there
was very little opportunity for Black people
to a time when doors began to open,” former
President Barack Obama said in a statement
on August 14. “He demanded the world
make room and paved the way for the rest of
us. Michelle and I will always be grateful for
Clarence’s friendship and wise counsel.”
David McCallum
The NCIS actor died on September 25 of natural
causes. He was 90. “He was the kindest, coolest,
most patient and loving father. He always put
family before self,” McCallum’s son Peter said in
a statement, confirming his father’s passing.
Jimmy Buffett
Buffett died “peacefully” on September 1. He
was 76.
“Jimmy passed away peacefully on the night of
September 1 surrounded by his family, friends,
music and dogs,” a statement posted on
Buffett’s Instagram read. “He lived his life like a
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Dick’s on Arenas: A popular gay bar with a
friendly atmosphere and a patio. It is located
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Rio Azul Mexican Bar & Grill: A Mexican
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refreshing drinks. It is located at 350 S Indian
Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262 2.
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It is located at 2100 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm
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Streetbar: A lively gay bar with karaoke nights
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Oscar’s: A popular gay bar with a lively
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Chill Bar: A casual gay bar with a dance floor
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Hunters Palm Springs: A premier LGBTQ+ oasis
in Palm Springs that offers an unforgettable
experience combining exquisite dining,
vibrant nightlife, and a welcoming, inclusive
atmosphere. It is located at 302 East Arenas
Road, Palm Springs, CA, 92262
Stacy’s: A popular lesbian bar in Cathedral
City that offers karaoke nights and drag shows.
It is located at 220 E Arenas Rd, Cathedral City,
CA 92234
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BlackBook: A trendy cocktail lounge in
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and DJs on weekends. It is located at 315 E
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QUADZ: A casual gay bar with pool tables and
karaoke nights. It is located at 200 S Indian
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Playoffs Sports Lounge: A friendly and eclectic
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12105 Palm Dr, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240
Cathedral City
The Barracks: A popular gay bar with a leather
theme, pool tables, and a patio. It is located
at 67625 E Palm Canyon Dr, Cathedral City,
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price gouging. It also creates a
new independent state watchdog
to investigate market or price
manipulation.
INCREASING AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Senator Wiener’s SB 423 extends
and expands existing law, requiring
local governments that are failing to
meet state housing planning goals to
streamline affordable housing projects.
This will increase affordable housing
throughout the state in uncooperative
cities.
Senator Wiener’s SB 4, known as the
“Yes in God’s Backyard” bill, allows
housing to be developed on property
owned by religious or independent
higher education institutions. These
groups are given this authority “by right,”
which requires no discretionary local
governance intervention.
ADDRESSING THE MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS
Together, these reforms will be proposed
to the voters for approval on the March
2024 ballot as Proposition 1.
Senator Eggman’s SB 326 reforms the
Mental Health Services Act—making
better use of Mental Health Services Act
funding to address today’s needs and
increasing accountability to the public.
Assemblymember Irwin’s AB 531 would
issue $6.38 billion in bonds to fund
11,150 new behavioral health beds and
housing as well as 26,700 outpatient
treatment slots.
PUBLIC SAFETY
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In September, Governor Newsom
signed Senator Grove’s SB 14 to steepen
penalties for human trafficking of minors
in California. The law designates human
trafficking of a minor for purposes of a
commercial sex act as a serious felony.
STREAMLINING THE UC TRANSFER
PROCESS
What you should know: AB 1291 by
Assemblymember McCarty establishes
the University of California (UC)
Associate Degree for Transfer Pilot
Program, beginning with UCLA, to
prioritize admission of a student who
earns an associate degree for transfer
(ADT) from selected community colleges
and to redirect a student who meets
those requirements but is denied
admission to the applicable campus
and offer admission to at least one
other campus. Expanding ADTs to the
UC system allows qualified community
college transfer students to fulfill the
requirements of an ADT and meet the
requirements for participating UC and
CSU campuses, streamlining the transfer
process and saving students money by
being able to earn two degrees in four
years.

FEDERAL PROGRAMS
Lifeline Support for Affordable
Communications
www.fcc.gov/lifeline-consumers
2023 Affordable Care Act Plans - Check
to See if You Qualify
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
Thursday nights VILLAGEFEST takes place
in downtown Palm Springs on Palm
Canyon Drive every. villagefest.org
June through September from 7:00 p.m.
until 10 p.m.
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
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Palm Springs Art Museum was founded in
1938 as the Palm Springs Desert Museum at
La Plaza in downtown Palm Springs. Natural
science exhibits, Cahuilla Indian artifacts, and
hiking excursions dominated the institution’s
programming. 62+ $14,00 All visitors are
recommended to make a reservation online
before arriving at the Museum.
The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
Summer Pass Ticket
Adult & Seniors $85
Child (ages 3-10) $45
Valid for parking and unlimited Tram rides
till July 31,2023.—the world’s largest rotating
tram car—travels over two-and-one-half miles
along the breathtaking cliffs of Chino Canyon,
transporting riders to the pristine wilderness
of the Mt. San Jacinto State Park. During
your approximately ten-minute journey, tram
cars rotate slowly, offering picturesque and
spectacular vistas of the valley floor below.
Once you reach the Mountain Station—elevation
8,516 feet—enjoy two restaurants, observation
decks, natural history museum, two documentary
theaters, gift shop and over 50 miles of hiking
trails.
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The Indian Canyons
Fifteen miles long, Palm Canyon is one of
the areas of great beauty in Western North
America. Its indigenous flora and fauna, which
the Cahuilla people so expertly used, and its
abundant Washingtonia filifera (California Fan
Palm) are breathtaking contrasts to the stark
rocky gorges and barren desert lands beyond.
A moderately graded foot path winds down
into the canyon for picnicking near the stream,
meditation, exploring, hiking or horseback
riding. For more information call 760-323-6018
www.indian-canyons.comlocated at 38520 S.
Palm Canyon Dr. Palm Springs
Hours
Oct. 1 - July 4: daily 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
(Last vehicle in at 4 p.m.)
July 5 - Sept. 30: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
(open only Friday, Saturday, Sunday - Last
vehicle in at 4 p.m.)
No animals allowed.
Uber/Lyft Drivers are required to display
company stickers in their windshield for drop off
and pickup.
The Palm Springs Air Museum is a living
history museum dedicated to educating the
public about the role Air Power played in
preserving American liberties and way of life.
The Museum preserves, exhibits, and flies
aircraft from World War Two, Korean War,
Vietnam War and the Global War on Terror. A
good portion of the aircraft in the collection are
in flyable condition.
Open Cockpit Saturdays
Museum guests are treated to the extra special
experience of being allowed to sit at the controls
and pose for pictures. From 10:30-12:30 each
Saturday, a selected aircraft will be opened up
and made accessible to the public. Museum
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for the aircraft you are sitting in.
BOOK A FLIGHT?
Like a North American Aviation P-51 Mustang is
an American long-range, single-seat fighter and
fighter-bomber used during World War II and the
Korean War, among other conflicts.
Some Special require additional fees or donation
If you have questions or concerns, please email
giftshop@palmspringsairmuseum.org
745 North Gene Autry Trail Palm Springs,
California 92262
760-778-6262
Also the museum will be bringing three vintage
warbirds to participate in the races this year!
Each year we struggle to make the costs of
insurance for the aircraft. Your donations can
make a difference and we will provide you with
some cool merchandise as a thank you!
FRIENDS OF THE DESERT MOUNTAINS
Discover how the desert comes alive after dark!
Do you know which animals change colors when
you use a blacklight? Using our blacklights, we
will take a short walk along the Art Smith Trail
basin looking for the many nocturnal creatures
that inhabit our desert. And a week-long Summer
BioBlitz.
desertmountains.org
The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, 47900
Portola Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260
The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens in PalDesert
is a unique zoo and botanical garden that
specializes in the deserts of the world. Open
daily from 8:00am-5:00pm, with last admission
at 4:00pm. For the most current information,
please visit www.livingdesert.org

The Center Coachella
provides a safe
inclusive space
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for the LGBTQ+
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