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March 1 2024
PALM SPRINGS
“Happy Women’s History Month to all the
amazing women and gender-diverse individuals
in the LGBT community! Your unique experiences,
voices, and contributions enrich our history
and shape our future. This month, we celebrate
all women, including those who identify as
transgender, non-binary, genderqueer, and more.
Your strength, courage, and resilience inspire us
all. Here’s to honoring your journeys, amplifying
your stories, and creating a more inclusive world
where everyone’s identity is celebrated.
Cheers to you, history-makers!”
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REPORTER: Adam EMAIL: adamsartexpose@gmail.com ADAMSARTEXPOSE’
of celebrating St. Patrick’s Day along with parades,
green beer, and wearing green.
The influence
of St. Patrick
in Ireland also
brought along
with it the
repression of
certain lifestyles.
Gays and others
The month of March invokes the Irish in
in the LGBTQ
everyone. Green is the color of the month.
community
Wearing green in Ireland initially meant something
were severely
different. During the Irish Rebellion
MARCH THE MONTH OF THE IRISH
REBELLION, WEARING GREEN, AND
AN IRISH ARTIST WHO BROUGHT GAY
ACCEPTANCE TO THE GREEN ISLE
in 1700s wearing green was punishable under law.
Those caught were tethered on a chain and forced
to be taunted in public. In 1798 the Society of
Irish Rebellion wore green to protest British
repression. This brought about the wearing of
green to celebrate what is now called St. Patrick’s
Day.
The original St. Patrick’s Day was celebrated
for bringing Christianity to Ireland. The
commemorations were usually subdued and
religious in nature until the 1960s when
St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland became more like the
raucous celebrations as they were found in the
U.S.. Large numbers of immigrants from Ireland
came to the United States during the 1800s and
early 1900s. They contributed to the establishment
criticized and ostracized in
society. Another Patrick,
Patrick Hennessey an Irish
artist who grew up in the
repressed era during the early
1900s made inroads with his art
by illustrating the exclusion and
shunning fostered on gays was wrong.
He began his art training in the 1930s at the
Dundee College of Art in Scotland. Here he
met his life partner Harry Robertson Craig.
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CONTENTS
V0lume 28 Issue 9
MARCH 1 ST
02 TOOL SHED
Palm Spring everything bar, Casual mornings, After work wind down and at
night comes alive with the hottest leather men in the vaelly
07 GEAR LEATHER & FETISH
Great Gear for the bar, street and locker room, plus the best toys,
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restraints,lube and playroom equipment. Palm Springs’ (soon, San Diego’s)
TED FIRTH’S HORNY & HIGH
New breathtaking comics series looking at the sex and drug culture in
London cums to the US.
09 ADAMSARTEXPOSE’
March the month of the Irish rebellion, wearing green, and an Irish artist who
brought gay acceptance to the green isle
26 BAR FOOD RESORTS AND MORE
32 VISITORS GUIDE
Where to go and who to do!
41 OUT CAST
A play is born
42 TECH TALK
A review of new and emerging technology.
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Kristine W in Palm Springs!
The Beloved Diva headlines “Defying Gravity” Show
By Steven Boyce
Kristine W, Billboard
Magazine’s 8th Greatest
Dance Artist of All Time, will
be in Palm Springs April
25-28 for four shows with the
Palm Springs Gay Men’s
Chorus! The performance
will be part of “Defying
Gravity”, the chorus' annual
spring concert, taking place
at PS Art Museum Annenberg
Theater.
The diva is best known for
hits including 1994’s “Feel
What You Want”, her first
single to reach #1 on
Billboard, “Land of the Living”
and “Stars.” Her newest
single, out now, is “By Your
Side”. A new album is
expected this summer.
Visit www.kristinew.com
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National Geographic participates
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through these links may earn
National Geographic a
commission.
Are
You
puzzled
BY AGE
This gorgeous, 1,000-piece vintage national parks puzzle from
Cavallini & Co. will keep you entertained for hours. It happens to
most of us—we misplace our keys or forget the name of a movie
or an acquaintance. But that doesn’t mean becoming more forgetful
as we age is inevitable.
In fact, National Geographic’s science team recently shared
a few things we can do to keep our memories sharp. Among
them are “exercising, eating healthfully, getting good sleep,
socializing, and challenging our mind”—the same tips that can
also help lower our risk of diseases, such as diabetes, stroke, and
heart disease.
Our favorite way to keep our memories sharp? Jigsaw puzzles,
a hobby that bloomed among adults during the pandemic
and continues to grow. And experts agree that strategy-based
games and puzzles can help.
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Going Viral?
As I get older losing my hair, I find a lot
talk about going viral. I must say, I truly
enjoyed every second of my 15 minutes of
fame. Looking back, I realize that perhaps I
get a little carried away, like a football player
scoring a touchdown excess celebrating fine
or penalty or whatever and your teammate’s
drunk uncle punches the ref. But I’ve learned
that it’s important to find a balance and not let
our excitement overshadow our achievements.
Let’s always strive to own our successes while
remaining humble, gracious, and mindful of our
actions as other BS.
Going viral can be a bit unpredictable, but
there are some strategies that can increase the
chances of what ever your viral. To protect the
name and likeness of your project, consider the
AI augmented following strategies:
Trademark Registration: Registering your
project’s name and logo as trademarks can
provide legal protection against unauthorized
use by others.
Copyright Protection: Copyright can protect
original content such as website design, articles,
and graphics. Ensure that you own the rights to
all content on your site and consider registering
copyrights for key elements.
Privacy Policies: Implement clear privacy
policies that explain how you collect, use, and
protect personal information. Comply with
relevant data protection laws such as GDPR or
CCPA.
Terms of Use: Establish terms of use that
outline the rules for using your website,
including restrictions on the use of your name
and likeness.
Monitor and Enforce: Regularly monitor the
internet for unauthorized use of your name and
likeness. Take prompt action to enforce your
rights if you discover infringement.
Legal Assistance: Consider consulting with a
lawyer who specializes in intellectual property
and internet law to help you navigate the
complexities of protecting your name and
likeness.
Licensing Agreements: If you wish to allow
others to use your name or likeness, consider
entering into licensing agreements that clearly
define the terms of use and compensation.
Domain Name Protection: Register relevant
domain names related to your project to prevent
others from using them for unauthorized
purposes.
Social Media Policies: Establish guidelines
for the use of your name and likeness on social
media platforms to maintain consistency and
protect your brand.
By implementing these strategies, you can
help protect the name and likeness of your
project and maintain control over its use.
NEXT ISSUE: Part 2 Hey! That’s not fair use
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One Week to Go for California
Arts Council Grant Review Panelist
Applications
Panelists serve as field representatives across
creative sectors with opportunities for grantmaking
insight and professional development
The California Arts Council has just over
one week left in its open call for applicants
to serve on peer-review panels for the 2024
grant season. The state art agency is seeking
arts and cultural practitioners from disparate
communities statewide to volunteer for a critical
role in the grant application process as grant
review panelists. Applications for the panelist
opportunity will close on Friday, March 8.
Grant panelists work both independently and
virtually alongside other panelists to evaluate
grant applications, ensuring an equitable, honest,
and thorough review and ranking process. The
panel experience provides great insight into
the grant-making process and can serve as a
professional development practice for their
career and artistic goals.
Prospective candidates must be California
residents age 18 or older with experience in a
wide range of artistic, cultural, and social fields,
including, but not limited to:
Artists and cultural practitioners of all
disciplines
Arts learning for youth
Cultural placekeeping/creative placemaking
Cultural development
Youth advocacy
Arts programming of, for, and by people with
disabilities
Social service, justice, community building
Adult, juvenile detention/court
Nonprofit management
Arts programming for veteran populations
As an appreciation for our volunteer panelists,
individuals who complete their panel service will
receive a $300 honorarium to subsidize them for
their attendance at two to three virtual meetings
and rank submission activities. Panelists make a
four- to six-week commitment to read and rank
roughly 30-50 applications by the grant review
deadline. An average of 30-60 minutes of time
is needed to appropriately review and rank each
panel application.
Panelist applications will be open for the 2024
period from January 12 through March 8, 2024.
Previous applicants from past grant seasons are
strongly encouraged to reapply to ensure that
you are included in the current season’s panel
pool. Panelists selected to serve during the 2024
grant season will be contacted by CAC staff
between April and July.
Complete details are available on the Grant
Panels page of the California Arts Council
website. arts.ca.gov/grants/panels/
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“Beautiful and very special, a very unique
style. Sexy, sad, a melancholic mood... the
story is very internal, it tells a truth only the
gut understands”
—Ralf König (The Killer Condom, Konrad
and Paul)
TEd Firth’s Horny &
High is a breathtaking comics series
looking at the sex and drug culture in London,
blending sex and humor and tragedy in a bracing
series of stories. Northwest Press is bringing
Volume I of the series to readers in the U.S. and
Canada on Kickstarter!
American edition of the series, starting with
Volume I, to introduce his fantastic work to a
wider audience.
Horny & High, Volume I will be a new, 72-page
edition of the U.K. release, distributed to retailers
and readers in the U.S. and Canada by Northwest
Press. It contains the stories “The Nightbus”,
“Chillout”, and “♬” as well as hookup profile
portraits and some new graphics and extras.
For more preview artwork and lots more about
Horny & High, Volume I, check it out on
Kickstarter now through March 20th.
http://kck.st/3I1XDZ9
The first volume has gone
through four shorter printruns
in the U.K., but has
never before been published
in the United States.
Northwest Press is producing
an offset-printed North
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Quartz of Milk
Raunchy Rapper Releases “C*m Pirate”
By Steven Boyce
Gay rapper Bryce Quartz will
celebrate the release of his new
single, “C*m Pirate”, in Los
Angeles on March 17th with a live
performance at Precinct.
At the show, he will unveil two
versions of his “C*m Pirate”
music video: a safe for work edit
with tongue in cheek scenes
featuring sexy bears and pirates
and an explicit, JustForFans
exclusive, with scenes of Bryce in
a sling engaging in activities
rarely seen in music videos.
“C*m Pirate is everything my fans
want and more from me and
proves that I’m one of the
raunchiest rappers in the scene
right now,” the artist says.
Visit BryceQuartz.com.
Follow Bryce @RealBryceQuartz
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The Secret Garden.
Join us for a truly unique theatrical
event presented after hours within
Palm Springs Art Museum’s
galleries and gardens.
Experience the enchanting revival
of Frances Hodgson Burnett’s
Victorian classic, The Secret
Garden, in this musical adaptation
by Tony Award and Pulitzer
Prize winner Marsha Norman
and Grammy Award winner Lucy
Simon.
When young Mary Lennox loses
her parents to a cholera outbreak
in India, she is sent to live with her
hermit uncle, Archibald Craven,
and his bedridden son, Colin. In
the haunting house upon the hill,
Mary discovers her Aunt Lily’s
hidden, overgrown garden and is
determined to revive its beauty.
. The show features Broadway
veterans Kevin McMahon and
Brent Schindele, and a cast of 20
students from the Palm Springs
Unified School District, selected
by MTU via a conservatory
audition.
Musical Theatre University and
Palm Springs Art Museum, in
association with Neon Noir present
an immersive and atmospheric
musical production of
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Celebrated chef Gabriel Woo
will curate a bespoke menu and specialty drinks
inspired by settings and elements of The
Secret Garden, offered during the show’s two
intermissions (included in the price of all tickets).
Additionally, as part of the VIP experience ticket,
Palm Springs Art Museum will host an intimate
pre-show cocktail reception.

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Going back to Ireland a few years after receiving
accolades for his art throughout the British Isles.
During the 1940s his work took on a more”
homosexual visual subtext” as quoted by a gallery
curator.
and how many of his paintings exhibit similar
emotions about repression. This display of similar
subjects in his painting brought both popularity
and criticism from art critics and galleries.
Later in his career,
Hennessey’s paintings
gained the most popularity
in the U.S. galleries. It
is also recognized that
the way he portrayed his
subjects helped bring
about a more open
acceptance of LGBTQ
lifestyle in the British Isles
and beyond.
He and his partner lived in Ireland but during
the early 1950s, they moved to Morocco where
they lived during the harsh Irish winters. As
he aged the length of time spent in Morocco
became longer. His work consistently reflected his
recognition of gay life and the emotional aspects
of that lifestyle dealing with sexual orientation,
psychological alienation, and coming out issues.
One of his paintings in particular titled “Sean
Alone” which he completed later in his career
shows an adolescent boy sitting at the edge of
a edge of a canal as his friends are diving and
playing in the water. Sean the protagonist of the
painting is sitting alone watching his friends afraid
to join them in that being undressed may show his
arousal and expose his gay feelings. This is how
Hennessey described the topic of this painting
May the green of shamrocks or green beer
bring the “luck of the Irish to you”. and a pot
of gold at the end of your rainbow, Happy St.
Patrick’s Day!
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BAR| FOOD | RESORTS AND MORE...
Featured Listings
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600 E Sunny Dunes Rd , PS
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555 E. San Lorenzo Rd Palm Springs CA
Romantic and relaxing or fun and frisky.
At the Triangle Inn Palm Springs, the
choice is yours. Historic Palm Springs
Resort is a feast for all your senses, with
a special flair for Southern (California)
hospitality. triangle-inn.com
Gear Leather and Fetish 760-322-3363
We carry only the finest quality leather
and fetish goods, gym wear, toys and
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offrampleathers.com New and used
leather and fetish/BSDM gear.
Alterations and repairs handmade item
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items. 650 E. Sunny Dunes Rd., Unit
3,Palm Springs, CA
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GAY/GAY FREMDLY BARS if we missed
any let us know or do not. Because The
Dude abides.
Palm Springs
Dick’s on Arenas: A popular gay bar with a
friendly atmosphere and a patio. It is located
at 301 E Arenas Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Rio Azul Mexican Bar & Grill: A Mexican
bar and grill with a relaxing ambiance and
refreshing drinks. It is located at 350 S Indian
Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262 2.
Tool Shed: A casual levi gay bar buy day sand
leather by nigh with a BACK PATIO and a
jukebox. It is located at 600 E Sunny Dunes Rd,
Palm Springs, CA 92264 3.
Toucan’s Tiki Lounge: A popular gay bar with a
Hawaiian tiki-theme and a lively atmosphere.
It is located at 2100 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm
Springs, CA 92262 4.
Streetbar: A lively gay bar with karaoke nights
and drag shows. It is located at 224 E Arenas
Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262 5.
Oscar’s: A popular gay bar with a lively
atmosphere and a patio. It is located at 125 E
Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
5.
Chill Bar: A casual gay bar with a dance floor
and a patio. It is located at 217 E Arenas Rd,
Palm Springs, CA 92262 5.
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
downtown Palm Springs that offers live music
and DJs on weekends. It is located at 315 E
Arenas Rd #101, Palm Springs, CA 92262
QUADZ: A casual gay bar with pool tables and
karaoke nights. It is located at 200 S Indian
Canyon Dr #100, Palm Springs, CA 92262
DESERT HOT SPRINGS
Playoffs Sports Lounge: A friendly and eclectic
sports oasis with 12 high-definition big screen
televisions that show all the major sporting
events and many of the sports packages,
including the NFL Sunday Ticket. It is located at
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, CA
92234
Roost Lounge: A cozy bar with a vintage vibe
and a patio. It is located at 68718 E Palm
Canyon Dr, Cathedral City, CA 92234 1.
Runway: A trendy gay bar with a dance floor
and a patio. It is located at 68300 Gay Resort
Drive, Cathedral City, CA 92234
Sunshine Cafe: A popular gay bar with a lively
atmosphere and karaoke nights. It is located
at 36815 Cathedral Canyon Dr, Cathedral City,
CA 92234
AMP Sports Lounge: A sports bar with a friendly
atmosphere and a patio. It is located at 68718
E Palm Canyon Dr, Cathedral City, CA 92234
Studio One 11: A modern gay bar with a dance
floor and karaoke nights. It is located at 67555
E Palm Canyon Dr Ste A103, Cathedral City, CA
92234
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BAR| FOOD | RESORTS AND MORE...
While we can’t advocate gay cruising in Palm Springs
area.The following tips from our friends at gays-cruising.
com might. Remember you can avoid sexually transmitted
diseases, always use a condom. When finished, remember to
collect everything (condom wrappers, tissues, etc.) and leave
the environment clean. Leave only foot prints!
Leave your valuables at home
In many cruising areas there are malicious people who take
the opportunity to steal valuables. Therefore, when you go to
practice cruising, try not to carry money, jewelry, etc., and if
possible try to be accompanied.
Education and respect above all else
Not everyone in cruising areas is looking for the same thing
as you. If they tell you NO, respect and do not disturb, just as
you’d like to be respected.
Don’t hook up with minors
Remember that it is totally forbidden to mess with children
under 18. Don t trust, Verify that the person you’re flirting
with is of legal age.
Report any attacks
If you ever experience any form of aggression, intimidation,
theft, or extortion while cruising, it’s important to report it to
the local authorities. To be prepared, it’s always a good idea to
gather information about your cruising partner such as their
name, description, and license plate. The Desert Daily Guide
(DDG) has been a strong supporter of various political and
self-care issues relevant to the LGBTQ community, often
presented in publication with bits of humor. However, it’s
crucial to remember that our interest and support for LGBTQ
issues are critical, and many local print magazines are facing
closure. Losing these publications could result in losing an
essential perspective on the local village vibe!
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In
The
News...or not
The Human Rights Campaign, a prominent
LGBTQ+ civil rights organization, is highlighting
the significant increase in anti-LGBTQ+ bills
being pushed by extremist lawmakers in state
legislatures nationwide. This legislative assault,
supported by groups labeled as hate groups by
the Southern Poverty Law Center, is creating a
hostile environment for LGBTQ+ individuals and
threatens their rights and existence.
In 2023, a record-breaking 520 anti-LGBTQ+
bills were introduced in state legislatures, with over
220 targeting transgender and non-binary people.
A total of 70 anti-LGBTQ+ laws were enacted,
including bans on gender affirming care for
transgender youth and laws allowing misgendering
of transgender students. This year saw more anti-
LGBTQ+ bills than in the previous five years,
with a rise in LGBTQ Erasure bills stripping legal
protections and rights for LGBTQ+ individuals.
Notable trends include increased efforts to prevent
trans youth from accessing necessary healthcare,
banning transgender students from school sports,
and introducing “bathroom bills.” States like
Florida, North Dakota, Tennessee, and Texas were
particularly active in advancing anti-LGBTQ+
laws.
If you are the victim of a hate crime, it’s important
to take several steps to ensure your safety and wellbeing:
Safety First: If you are in immediate danger, call
911 or your local emergency number.
Seek Medical Attention: If you are injured, seek
medical attention as soon as possible. Your health
and safety are the top priorities.
Report the Crime: Report the hate crime to
the police. Provide as much detail as possible
about the incident, including descriptions of the
perpetrator(s) and any witnesses.
Document Evidence: If you can do so safely,
take photos of any injuries or damage caused
by the hate crime. Keep any relevant physical
evidence, such as clothing or objects, in a safe
place.
Seek Support: Reach out to friends, family, or a
support group for emotional support. You may
also consider contacting a local victim advocacy
organization for assistance.
Know Your Rights: Familiarize yourself with
your rights as a victim of a hate crime. Many
jurisdictions have specific laws and resources for
hate crime victims.
Follow Up: Stay in touch with law enforcement
and follow their instructions. Keep records of any
communications related to the incident.
Consider Legal Options: Depending on the
circumstances, you may want to consult with a
lawyer to explore your legal options.
Remember, you are not alone. There are resources
and support available to help you through this
difficult time.
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Family DeAnza Desert Sun Resort
Starland Community Desert retreat
Sea Mountain Luxury Nude Resort and
Spa Hotel DHS
SOCAL Nude beaches which are also
called “free beach”, or “clothingoptional”.
Blacks Beach Nude Beach in San Diego
is located just north of La Jolla Shores
and beneath the Torrey Pines bluffs.
Pirate’s Cove, Avila Beach
Corona Del Mar is one of California’s
best nude beaches.
SERVICES
AMVETS Express Reservations: free round
trip to Loma Linda VA clinic to
760-699-8849
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
info@ptod.us
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
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Visitor Guide
Palm Springs Art Museum was founded in 1938
as the Palm Springs Desert Museum at La Plaza in
downtown Palm Springs. Natural science exhibits,
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.
The Indian Canyons
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 (ages 3-10) $45
Valid for parking and unlimited Tram rides Chill
in Cooler Temperatures April 1 Through July
31, 2023.—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
NOTICE: On March 16, the Indian Canyons
will ONLY be open to participants of the
Richard M. Milanovich Legacy Hike & 5k
Run.
Click here to sign up.
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. Information call 760-
323-6018 www.indian-canyons.com located at
38520 S. Palm Canyon Dr. Palm Springs Uber/
Lyft Drivers are required to display company
stickers in their windshield hours vary by season.
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Desert Hot Springs, February 28, 2024: Desert
Hot Springs Classical Concerts concludes its
tenth anniversary season with concerts on
March 17 at Grace Church and March 21 at
Desert Hot Springs High School. More details
and a complete schedule can be found at:
https://www.dhsclassicalconcerts.org/2024
No tickets or reservations are required, but
cash donations at the door are appreciated.
“This has been our most ambitious concert
season to date, and it’s been amazing to see
the outpouring of enthusiasm and support
from the community for these concerts” said
series Founder & Artistic Director, Danny
Holt. Holt was recently honored by the City
of Desert Hot Springs with a Proclamation
marking January 21, 2024 as “Danny Holt
Day” in recognition of a decade of cultural
enrichment to the community through Desert
Hot Springs Classical Concerts.
DESERT HOT
SPRINGS CLASSICAL
CONCERTS BRINGS
10TH ANNIVERSARY
SEASON TO A
CLOSE WITH TWO
CONCERTS IN
MARCH
Holt continued: “On a personal note, I’m
excited to perform on the next concert at
Grace Church, with guest violist Molly Gebrian:
we’ll be performing music from our new
album, featuring rarely-heard sonatas by three
trailblazing women from the late 19th and early
20th centuries. Then the final concert of the 2024
season features the Wisconsin Wind Orchestra at
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Desert Hot Springs High School–the second
large ensemble we’ve been able to include on
our season.”The March 17 concert, Trailblazers,
shines a spotlight on music from the late 19th
and early 20th centuries by Henriëtte Bosmans,
Ethel Smyth, and Dora Pejačević–women who
were unabashedly themselves, defying the social
expectations of their time against the backdrop
of world wars and a global pandemic. Originally
written for cello and piano, all three sonatas are
presented here in new arrangements for viola
and piano, marking a significant contribution
to the viola repertoire. All three sonatas are
featured on the new album, Trailblazers, from Acis
Productions.
Violist Molly Gebrian prioritizes the works of
living composers and those who have traditionally
been excluded from the culture of classical music.
She holds degrees in both music and neuroscience
from Oberlin College and Conservatory, New
England Conservatory of Music, and Rice
University. Previously, she was the viola professor
at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and the
University of Arizona. After a decade of teaching
viola at the collegiate level, she will join the faculty
at New England Conservatory of Music in Fall
2024 to teach courses on the science of practicing.
Called “phenomenal” by the late music critic Alan
Rich, and hailed as one of the “local heroes” of
the Los Angeles music scene (LAcitybeat.com),
pianist Danny Holt performs around the globe
in concert halls (Carnegie Hall, Walt Disney
Concert Hall, Hollywood Bowl), clubs (Joe’s
Pub, The Blue Whale, Copenhagen Jazzhouse)
art galleries (MASS MoCA, Hammer Museum),
churches, living rooms, and wherever else he
can find a piano and someone to listen. He has
performed with the Los Angeles Philharmonic,
Blue Man Group, the Bang on a Can All-Stars, the
California EAR Unit, and the Calder Quartet. He
is the Founder & Artistic Director of Desert Hot
Springs Classical Concerts.
WHAT: Desert Hot Springs Classical Concerts
Molly Gebrian (viola) & Danny Holt (piano):
Trailblazers
WHERE:Grace Church 17400 Bubbling Wells
Road, Desert Hot Springs, CA, 92241
WHEN: Sunday, March 17, 2024 4:00 – 5:00 PM
WHO: Molly Gebrian (viola) | www.mollygebrian.com
and Danny Holt (piano) | www.dannyholt.
net
On March 21, the Wisconsin Wind Orchestra
presents Play of the Imagination, a program that
encourages listeners to engage the imagination
through expressive, evocative music and highly
descriptive titles. Conductor Lawrence Dale
Harper established the Wisconsin Wind Orchestra
in 1995 as one of the few professional wind
ensembles in the world. The WWO is committed to
expanding the repertoire for winds through commissions,
and has given the premiere performance of several works by
prominent American and European composers.
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carnations from a vintage warbird.
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.
MEMORIAL DAY FLOWER DROP
May 27, 2024 This is a very special day at the
Palm Springs Air Museum. Our brief Memorial
service is dedicated to all of our fallen comrades,
who paid the ultimate price for our freedoms. In
their honor, we highlight the service with a flyby
and flower drop of over 3,000 red and white
The historic Rock House, also known as “Pil-
O-Rox,” located at 66-050 Third St. in Desert
Hot Springs1. It was built by Colorado mining
businessman Lee Watkins between 1947 and
1949 using local rocks1. The house is one of the
last remaining rock structures in the city1. The
Desert Hot Springs Historical Society purchased
the Rock House five years ago and spent more
than $200,000 in donations to fix it up, including
$25,000 from the city last April1. The Rock House
is now open to the public as a museum, visitors
center, and small-events venue1. The dedication
ceremony took place on January 20, 2024, and it
was the first time the public was allowed to visit
the property.
Friends of the Desert Mountains has acquired
over 63,000 acres of open space, protecting our
desert now and for future generations. 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
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Women’s
History Month
Dedicated to celebrating the achievements and
contributions of women throughout history and
contemporary society.
10. Oprah Winfrey (1954-present) - Media mogul, actress, and philanthropist
known for her influential talk show.
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Creating a definitive list of the most famous women is challenging due to the
subjective nature of fame and the vast number of influential women throughout
history. However, here is a list of ten of the most widely recognized and
influential women from various fields:
1. Cleopatra (69-30 BCE) - Queen of Egypt known for her intelligence and political
prowess.
2. Joan of Arc (1412-1431) - French heroine and military leader who played a key role
in the Hundred Years’ War.
3. Queen Elizabeth I (1533-1603) - Queen of England known for her strong
leadership during the Elizabethan era.
4. Florence Nightingale (1820-1910) - Pioneer of modern nursing and a noted
statistician.
5. Rosa Parks (1913-2005) - Civil rights activist known for her pivotal role in the
Montgomery Bus Boycott.
6. Mother Teresa (1910-1997) - Albanian-Indian Roman Catholic nun and missionary
known for her charitable work with the poor in India.
7. Marie Curie (1867-1934) - Physicist and chemist known for her pioneering research
on radioactivity.
8. Margaret Thatcher (1925-2013) - British politician who served as the Prime
Minister of the United Kingdom.
9. Malala Yousafzai (1997-present) - Pakistani activist for female education and the
youngest Nobel Prize laureate.
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Giving Day
MARCH 5 TH
Your donation of at least $5
from now through Coachella
Valley Giving Day on March
5, can make a difference.
We’re rallying one thousand
supporters to commit and
give so we can continue to
broaden affordable housing and
economic opportunities across
the Coachella Valley. Your gift,
regardless of the size, will help
create an immense ripple effect
in our community.
Here are some random ideas.
Lift to Rise
Now is a great moment to
support Lift to Rise as we enter
a critical time in our long-term
work. Right now, we are talking
to partners and the community
about where our work should
focus in the coming years, and
in a few months, we will unveil
a new strategic Action Plan that
will guide us into 2026.
Six years ago, we set out on
a 10-year plan to build 10,000
new affordable housing units in
the Coachella Valley and reduce
regional rent burden by 30%. To
date, our efforts have led to:
‣ Over 7,000 units in our
Affordable Housing
Pipeline
‣ More than 1,600 units
under construction or
nearing construction
‣ $18 million in loans
deployed to communityprioritized
affordable
housing
‣ 2,500 engaged residents
‣ -70+ dedicated
community partners
Desert Winds Freedom
Band
This year, Desert Winds
Freedom Band will be
participating in Coachella Valley
Giving Day. Our goal is to
raise $10,000 to support our
daily operations, sustain our
annual scholarship program,
and continue to provide school
outreach through our visiting
composer/clinician initiative. n
March 5, 2024. Please visit CV
Giving Day to learn more and
visit the Desert Winds page to
donate to the Band.
Friends of the
Desert Mountains
Friends of the Desert
Mountains Funds raised will
be used to keep all Friends of
the Desert Mountains public
programs free and accessible
to all community members.
Everything from our guided
hikes to our birdwatching and
stargazing — and including
our special events, volunteer
development, community
science, and environmental
education programs.
Desert Hot Springs
Pride
Help the Festival remain free to
the public. With your help, we
already beat last year’s donations
in our first 2023 CV Giving Day
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Event. Help us reach our goal of $3,000 in the
next 18 days as part of the 2nd Coachella Valley
Giving Day program. We can only do it through
your generosity.
SafeHouse of the Desert
Please join SafeHouse on this day when people
all over the world come together to make a
difference and YOU can be a part of it. You can
share our campaign to your social media, sign
up to volunteer or even “give” if you can. Every
donation and act of kindness counts!
Mojave Desert Land Trust and others
Programs supporting our community improvement
advocating for low-income residents and seniors in the
Coachella Valley. They provide valuable support, offering
access to community opportunities that can improve and
enrich our lives. They also provide education and assistance
during times of stress, ensuring that all members of the
community have the resources they need to thrive. As we all
strive to create a more equitable community by extending
a helping hand to those who need it most, ensuring that
everyone has access to the resources and support we need to
lead fulfilling lives, often without federal or state funding.
Well in the Desert Senior Advocates
of the Desert, Gay Men’s Chorus,
LGBTQ+ History & Archives of the
Desert, Habitat for Humanity, Cheeky
Charity Health, Cabot’s Museum,
Will
THANKS IN ADVANCE
CV Giving Day:
www.cvgivingday.org
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FILM
AT THE
PALM SPRINGS
CULTURAL CENTER
MAR 1 • 7PM
VERTIGO
Hitchcock
Retrospective
MAR 2 • 10AM
DRIFT
Desert Film Society
MAR 3 • 3PM
ARSENIC AND OLD LACE
Screwball Sundays
MAR 5 • 7PM
GOONIES
Movies In The Park
Downtown
Palm Springs
MAR 16 • 10AM
LIZA AZUELOS STORY
with GANEE
MAR 17 • 3PM
THE AWFUL TRUTH
Screwball Sundays
MAR 19 • 7PM
THE PRINCESS BRIDE
Movies In The Park
Downtown
Palm Springs
MAR 19 • 8PM
WIZARD OF OZ
SING-A-LONG
Among Friends
Interactive
MAR 27 • 7PM
BELLA!
CONCERTS
THEATRE
MAR 30 • 6PM
PARTS OF PIPPI
A Bawdy Benefit For
A Transformative
Journey
MAR 30 • 6PM
HARVEY
on Easter Sunday!
Screwball Sundays
MAR 4 • 7PM
GLENN MILLER
ORCHESTRA
MAR 9 • 8PM
BILLY GILMAN
SAND, STARS, & GUITARS
MAR 16 • 8PM
LAURA BENANTI
BROADWAY’S BEST
IN THE WEST
MAR 20 • 7PM
HANDS ACROSS
THE 49TH
JAM ON THE ROCKS PROD.
MAR 8 - 17
ELLIE
DESERT ENSEMBLE THEATRE
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VIP LOUNGE

Palm Springs
Palm Springs
Interactive
CONCERTS
THEATRE
MAR 30 • 6PM
PARTS OF PIPPI
A Bawdy Benefit For
A Transformative
Journey
MAR 30 • 6PM
HARVEY
on Easter Sunday!
Screwball Sundays
MAR 4 • 7PM
GLENN MILLER
ORCHESTRA
MAR 9 • 8PM
BILLY GILMAN
SAND, STARS, & GUITARS
MAR 16 • 8PM
LAURA BENANTI
BROADWAY’S BEST
IN THE WEST
MAR 20 • 7PM
HANDS ACROSS
THE 49TH
JAM ON THE ROCKS PROD.
MAR 8 - 17
ELLIE
DESERT ENSEMBLE THEATRE
VIP LOUNGE
SUN • 5PM
KEISHA D. LIVE!
FROM THE CARPENTERS
TO CHAKA KHAN
MARKETS
MON • 5PM
MON PETIT SALON
WORLD MUSIC
WITH A FRENCH ACCENT
SAT
PALM SPRINGS
8AM - 1PM
2300 E. BARISTO RD.
SUN
PALM DESERT
8AM - 1PM
72559 HWY 111
WED • 5PM
THE MOD SQUAD
VARIETY SHOW
MOD POP, BROADWAY,
ROCK + MORE!
SUN
MAR 3
8AM - 1PM
Cultural Center
SERVING THE ENTIRE COACHELLA VALLEY
ALOHANA
MAR 28
12PM - 4PM
MAR 7 • 5:30PM
AMERICANA
GUEST HOUSE
FOLK, OPEN MIC
COMMUNITY
MAR 5• 6PM
HARP +LIFE SERIES
BEYOND TESTOSTERONE
THANK YOU!
VOLUNTEERS
MAR 14 • 5:30PM
DUSTY STRINGS
ACOUSTIC SHOWCASE
OPEN MIC
MAR 28 • 5:30PM
PS SINGLE GUYS
MIXER
MAR 1, 15, 29
7PM
RAZZLE DAZZLE:
A BROADWAY REVUE
MAR 7 • 7:30PM
BILLY DEE WILLIAMS
PALM SPRINGS SPEAKS
MAR 10 • 10AM
UNITY FEST
HOST ANEKA BROWN
BUY TICKETS
@ psculturalcenter.org, Eventbrite
Palm Springs Cultural Center
2300 E. Baristo Road
MAR 2 • 7PM
COCKTAILS AND
CLASSICS
WITH JEROME ELLIOTT
PSCULTURALCENTER
ARTIST EXHIBIT
AARON ALLEN MARNER
VIP LOUNGE
EVENTBRITE
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SWEENEY
TODD
THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET
STREET INVITES ALL YOU BLEEDERS
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March
8 - 24,
2024
Palm Springs, Calif.,
(February 20, 2024)
– Attend the tale
of Sweeney Todd,
an unjustly exiled
barber, formerly
known as Benjamin
Barker, who returns
to nineteenth century
London, seeking
revenge against the
judge who framed
him many years ago.
Renaming himself
Sweeney Todd, the
now-mad man vows
revenge against all
who wronged him,
applying his razor
to unlucky customers
and shuttling the
bodies down to Mrs.
Lovett’s pie shop
to supply the pies

lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. The
musical opened on Broadway in
1979 and in the West End in 1980.
It won the Tony award for Best
Musical and Olivier Award for
Best New Musical. It has been
revived in many productions and
inspired a film adaptation.
with cheap, fresh meat. Though
many unfortunate souls fall to
his blade, Todd will not find
satisfaction until he slits the
judge’s throat and obtains his
final revenge.
Palm Canyon Theatre’s production
of this dark, gruesome, and
ominous musical showcases 25
remarkably talented local
performers ranging in age from 13
to 75, including Paul Grant as
Sweeney Todd himself, Se Layne as
Mrs. Lovett, Christian Quevedo
as Anthony, Nicole Kennedy
as Johanna, Joshua Rach as
Tobias, and many others. It is a
triumphant, must-see production.
Funny, scary, and disarmingly
moving. An unforgettable tale of
revenge and love.
Sweeney Todd is a dramatic
musical with sprinklings of dark
comedy directed and choreographed
by Derik Shopinski, with music
direction by Steven Smith. Set
and lighting design is done by
JW Layne and projections by Nick
Edwards. The book is written by
Hugh Wheeler, with music and
Sweeney Todd runs at Palm Canyon
Theatre March 8 - 24. Show times
are 7 p.m. on Thursdays, 8 p.m.
on Fridays and Saturdays, and 2
p.m. on Sundays. Tickets are $38
for adults; $34 for seniors; $17
for students. Group discounts
are available. For tickets,
sponsorship opportunities,
or other information, call
the PCT box office at 760-
323-5123 or order online at
palmcanyontheatre.org. Palm
Canyon Theatre is located at 538
North Palm Canyon Drive, at the
corner of Alejo Road and Palm
Canyon Drive. Box office hours are
Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Sweeney Todd is presented through
special arrangement with Music
Theatre International.
Apr 12 - 21, 2024 Apr 12 - 21, 2024
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AI PHOTOGRAPHY TEA & TALK
MELISSA MORGAN FINE ART
Palm Desert, CA - February 27, 2024 -
Internationally acclaimed photographer
Michael Childers will exhibit his “AI
Photography” (Artificial Intelligence) at
Melissa Morgan Fine Art from April 5 – May
10, 2024, with an opening reception on April 5
from 4:00-7:00 p.m.
As part of this unique exhibit, Michael Childers
will join forces with master printer and
photographer Stephen Baumbach, who is set to
headline the highly anticipated discussion “AI
Photography Tea & Talk” at Melissa Morgan Fine
Art on April 21 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Steven
Biller, Editorial Director, Palm Springs Life will be
the moderator.
Michael Childers has captured the essence of
some of the world’s most iconic figures through
his lens. From Hollywood legends to cultural
luminaries, Childers’ portfolio reflects a masterful
blend of artistry and storytelling. His work has
graced galleries and museums worldwide, earning
him accolades and admiration from critics and
enthusiasts alike.
Stephen Baumbach is a visionary in digital imagery,
known for his pioneering work in melding
traditional techniques with modern technology
to push the boundaries of creativity. Baumbach’s
innovative collaborations with Childers have
yielded groundbreaking results, blending traditional
photographic techniques with cutting-edge AI
technology to create mesmerizing works of art.
The “AI Photography Tea & Talk” promises to be
an engaging and enlightening experience, offering
a unique opportunity to explore the intersection of
traditional craftsmanship and digital innovation.
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What’s In Your Sign? OUT
CAST
“What’s In Your Sign?” Is a quirky, offbeat comedy that takes astrology to a whole new level of hilarity. Each episode
details the misadventures of 12 moon people who use astrology to navigate their lives, but with a twist – their signs come
to life as wacky, animated characters who constantly interfere with their plans. From the neurotic Virgo who can’t stop
organizing everything to the overly dramatic Leo who always steals the spotlight, “What’s In Your Sign?” is a fresh take
on the zodiac, full of humor and unexpected twists. Get ready for a cosmic comedy like no other.
WHERE THE STARS ALIGN FOR LAUGHS!
Meet the Loon Aries: Always charging into things
without thinking, then wondering why they’re
covered in bruises. Courageous or just clumsy? You
decide.
Meet the Bull Taurus: Slow and steady wins the
race... unless they get too comfortable on the couch.
Then they’re just slow.
Meet apathy Libra: Balance is key... unless it’s too
much effort. Then they’ll just let everything fall
apart and blame it on the universe.
Appropriately named Scorpio: Mysterious and
brooding, like a character from a bad romance
novel. Approach with caution, or they might just
sting you.
Meet the trouble Gemini: Two-faced? More like
multi-dimensional. They can be your best friend and
worst enemy all in the same breath.
Cry with Cancer: Mood swings like the tides, but
with more tears. Handle with care or risk getting
drenched in emotional turmoil.
Applauding Leo: The world is their stage, and
we’re all just supporting characters. Don’t forget to
applaud their every move, or else.
Meet the dick Virgo: Perfectionists to the core, but
only when it suits them. Otherwise, they’re happy to
cut corners and blame it on someone else.
In the heart of a bustling metropolis, twelve
gay men, each bearing the ironic names and
likeness of Zodiac months, find themselves
thrust together in the jury room of a highprofile
court case. As sexual tensions flare
and tempers rise, they must deliberate the
fate of a fellow citizen accused of a crime
that has gripped the nation. But this is no
ordinary jury room. Picture Jesus Christ, reimagined
as the sharp-witted and irreverent
comedian Bill Burr, guiding this motley crew
Sagittarius: Always on the move, but never quite
sure where they’re going. They’ll figure it out
eventually... maybe.
Capricorn: Ambitious to a fault, but only if it doesn’t
interfere with their nap schedule. Work hard, play
hard, sleep harder.
Aquarius: The rebels of the zodiac, but only because
they’re too busy dreaming up their next big idea to
follow the rules.
Pisces: Creative and compassionate, but also a little
too prone to getting lost in their own fantasies.
Come back to reality, Pisces!
through their deliberations. With his biting
humor and unconventional wisdom, “Jesus
Burr” challenges the men to confront their
biases, question their beliefs, and ultimately
discover the true meaning of empathy and
understanding.
Alright, folks, let’s talk about the Bible. Some
people like to say that it stands for “Basic
Instructions Before Leaving Earth.” Now, I’m
no theologian, but I think that’s pretty clever.
Air quotes “Holey” me, that’s a good one
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TECH TALK
DOES YOUR SITE USE GOOGLE
ADWORDS OR GOOGLE ANALYTICS?
Does your site use Google
AdWords or Google Analytics?
If so, starting in March
2024, your website must be
compatible with Google’s
Consent Mode v2 in order to
maintain full functionality
of Google Analytics and its
related services.
What is
Google
Consent
Mode?
Google Consent Mode is a
technology introduced by
Google to help website owners
manage how Google’s services
on their sites interact with
users’ consent for cookies
and data collection. It allows
websites to run all Google’s
services (such as Google
Analytics, Google Ads, etc.) in a
way that adjusts their behavior
based on the consent status of
users.
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Google Consent Mode V2 is a
new update to the system that
allows websites to read and
adjust Google Tags based on a
visitor’s consent preferences
regarding personal advertising
and analytics trackers.
Why Google Consent
Mode V2 is important?
Previously, Google Consent
Mode was optional and used
to enable conversion modeling
in Google AdWords. Now the
situation is changing: Google
Consent Mode V2 becomes
mandatory for tracking
anything.
Advertisers and publishers
have until March 2024 to make
sure they have implemented
all of Google’s requirements
for the new consent mode.
Time for action!
Google Consent Mode integration is
available for all domains using any
of the Professional plans. All you
need to do is log into the Cookie
Compliance dashboard, go to
Configuration -> Consent tab and
enable Google Consent option.
Why Manage User
Consent?
Consumers increasingly expect
control over the data they share.
Google Analytics, Google Ads, and
other platforms collect and store
information about website visitors
and app users.
Many countries have laws requiring
advertisers to obtain user consent

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