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Happy Pride
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Most presidential elections
serve as referendums on the
nation’s direction, and this
year is no exception.
Its Emancipation 3.0
Yet, it is different in a profound way: the central issue is
emancipation—freedom from the grip of systemic racism,
authoritarian rule, and the erosion of basic human rights.
`Will Paige
One side clings to a vision steeped in racism,
xenophobia, and autocracy, fueled by the same
cycle of fear and animosity that has hindered
the progress of Americans who champion truth
and justice as core American values. Many stand
together as a coalition striving to safeguard these
ideals from a faction that scorns those who
embrace liberty, rejects the welcoming spirit of the
Statue of Liberty, and dismisses many individual’s
right to pursue happiness.
We must defeat a party that has been hijacked by
a faction calling itself “MAGA,” led by a former
president who attempted a coup in 2021. This
individual, now a convicted felon, is once again
making a desperate bid to regain power by any
means necessary. Astonishingly, as of this writing,
he is tied with Kamala Harris. Leaders across the
political spectrum—Democrats, Republicans,
and independents alike—have largely spoken out
against him, but their condemnation alone is not
enough. We need action and a unified commitment
to uphold democracy, resist authoritarianism, and
restore integrity to our government.
To ensure a secure a lasting peaceful transfer
of power, we must hold every politician
accountable to faithfully uphold the Constitution
and the principle that all people are equal. This
commitment to constitutional values is essential
to preserving our democracy and the rights it
guarantees. Elected leaders should be dedicated
to protecting justice, equality, and the rule of
law above all else, reaffirming that our nation’s
strength lies in its unwavering commitment to
these ideals.
We must elect leaders who are unwavering in their
convictions and willing to hold themselves—and
others within their ranks—accountable. True
leadership demands individuals who understand
the crucial difference between loyalty to party
and loyalty to country, and who prioritize the
greater good over partisan allegiances. These are
people who won’t excuse harmful actions simply
because they come from within their own party,
but who will instead act as champions for the
integrity, fairness, and unity that our country
deserves. We need representatives who have the
courage to stand against wrongdoing, regardless
of the political cost, and who recognize that their
ultimate responsibility is to the American people
and the principles of democracy, not to any single
ideology or agenda.
We must demand reform on House Ethics
Committee and the Senate Select Committee on
Ethics by creating an independent ethics body with
more authority and transparency to address these
issues,Much of Congress agrees but has resisted
this idea, fearing loss of control over its internal
oversight. For example we should not need to
catch financial misconduct, misuse of official
resources, conflicts of interest, and violations of
gift and travel regulations.
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REPORTER: Adam EMAIL: adamsartexpose@gmail.com ADAMSARTEXPOSE’
PALESTINIAN ART THE EXPRESSION OF A
REPRESSED PEOPLE
The lead photo of the Flower Thrower is from a
UK artist called Banksy who is a political activist
and filmmaker, (more on this artist in a future
article). This image
is found on a wall
in the West Bank in
Gaza where many of
the Palestinian artists
reside or have resided
prior to the siege by
the IDF. The image
reflects a continuing
conflict of ideologies
representing two groups of humans who have
been unable to achieve living peacefully in close
proximity for 80 years. The populace would like
to live in peaceful proximity but the historically
inclined religious leaders of both groups find ways
to discriminate based on continuing distortions
promoted by and acted on in violent inhuman
ways perpetrated by extremists in Hamas on the
Palestinian side and right-wing Zionists on the
Israeli side. This example of a current artist shows
the frustration of living under constant war.
Palestine is considered
a holy land by three
of the world’s major
religions: Christianity,
Islam, and Judaism.
Both the Palestinians
and Jewish people
have been uprooted
from their geographic
areas over the
centuries primarily
due to discrimination. As a result of centuries
of changing environments the art of Palestinian
people has gone through cycles of art production,
followed by destruction, and then remaking in
new environments. The result of this is that it is
difficult to establish a primary characteristic in
Palestinian art. Much of the early art can be traced
back to pre-Islamic Byzantine pictorial art of twodimensional
patterns reflected in the tile designs in
architectural decoration.
Early Palestinian artists were not formally trained.
The art of painting
reflects a sense of place
much as this painting of a
more contemporary artist
of a woman reclining
under a tree in a peaceful
landscape with a city
skyline in the background. This scene is reflective
of the desire to live a tranquil existence absent of
war and destruction.
Centuries emerge and Palestinian art reflects
religious themes with the Muslim religion being
adopted by most Palestinians. In the 1800s the
artist Nicola Saig’s art took on more political
issues such as this painting of “The Surrender of
Jerusalem ‘’ about a Caliph taking over Jerusalem
peacefully.
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American Beauty
Miss International Queen – USA Will Crown New Queen
By Shane Gallagher
The premier beauty pageant
for transgender women in
the United States will be
held at Harrah’s Las Vegas
from December 8–12.
The Miss International
Queen – USA pageant will
be a five-day extravaganza
of fierce empowerment,
talent, and unforgettable
experiences.
Over 25 hopefuls will
compete. The celebrated
trans actress Alexandra
Billings will host. The week
caps off with USA's reigning
Miss International Queen,
Kataluna Enriquez, passing
her crown to the new winner.
USA's reigning Miss International Queen, Kataluna Enriquez
Tickets are available now at
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It’s time to hit the road! The Springs are calling!
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PROGRAMS!
FILM
11/1 - 7PM - Hitchcock Retrospective - REBECCA
11/2 - 10AM - Desert Film Society - SEMMELWEIS
11/2 - 6:30PM, 10:30PM - HUMP! 2024 PART II - 2024
11/4 - 7PM - Director’s Choice - Billy Wilder - SOME LIKE
IT HOT
11/7 - 11/10 - NOIR CON Palm Springs
11/11 - 7PM - Director’s Choice - Billy Wilder - STALAG
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11/12 - REEL WOMEN’S FILM FESTIVAL
LIVE THEATRE
11/15 - 11/24 - Desert Ensemble Theatre - LOOT
MARKETS
Saturdays: Outdoors Palm Springs Certified Farmers’ Market
COMMUNITY PROGRAMS
11/5 - 6PM - Harp +Life Series: ANAL CANCER
SCREENING
11/14 - 5PM - Palm Springs Single Guys - Social Mixer
11/16 - 7PM - Coachella Valley Journalism Foundation -
Hank Plante Discusses WHEN THE BAND PLAYED ON
with author Michael G. Lee.
LIVE MUSIC
11/1 - 7PM - VIP Lounge - Razzle Dazzle: A Broadway
Revue- Bonnie G+ Douglas Graham
11/9 - Sweet Baby J’ai Presents - PS SUNSET MUSIC &
COMEDY FESTIVAL
11/10 - 5:30PM - Dusty Strings Collective: Special Guest
Francesca Brown
11/13 - 7PM - Jam On The Rocks Productions - THE
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Wednesdays - 5PM - The Mod Squad - Jeff Stewart,
Francesca Amari, Jason Weber
Thursdays - 5:30PM - Americana Guest House: Open Mic
Thursdays - 5:30PM - The Shenanigans - Dede Ondishko,
Jason Powell, and Troy Garza
Thursdays - 5:30PM - Coachella Rising Showcase
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Palestinian artists were scattered throughout many
locals and as a result, a
particular style of art
did not evolve. From
the late 1700s to the
1950s some artists were
self-trained and others
received formal training
some in Europe and
some in the United
States. In Palestine
and Jerusalem from
the mid-1950s to the mid-1960s a new art was
coming forth developed by artists who grew up
as refugees. From the late 1960s to the 1990s art
was created by artists in exile and those living in
the occupied West Bank and Gaza. From the late
1990s to approximately 2016 the number of artists
increased, gaining more recognition and practicing
more innovation in their art working more in
multimedia and conceptual art categories. For
those living in the West Bank and Gaza crowded
conditions are reflected in the abstract painting of
a crowd scene by a contemporary artist.
Women artists have made their mark in Palestinian
art, the artist Laila Shawa grew up in occupied
continued close connections with Palestine
through humanitarian aid and art. Her art gives
a voice to women who are even more repressed
in the Arab world through patriarchy and sexism.
Her construction of a woman’s torso draped in
ammunition belts is a statement of the power of
women.
The Palestinian U.S. Museum was established in
2018 in Woodbridge, Connecticut to promote and
encourage contemporary Palestinian artists in the
U.S. and to help integrate this art into American
culture demonstrating the diversity of the people
and culture that make up the United States.
The current Israeli-Palestinian war presents more
challenges for the artists of Palestine and Israel.
Artists of both of these cultures tend to promote
peace and growth rather than violence and
destruction.
Palestine then moved with her family, and
has since lived in London and Vermont with
Optimistically the artists of this war-torn region can help
create a positive environment for people to live together in
harmony.
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Set Times
Palm Springs Pride Festival | Oct 31 to Nov 3 |
On Palm Canyon Dr from Amado to Baristo and
in the Arenas District from Indian Canyon to Calle
Encilia.
4 STAGES
Oct 31 - 5-10:00 P.M. on Arenas Rd
Nov 1 - 3 -11 A.M. on Arenas Rd. and 6. P.M. to
10:15 P.M. on Palm Canyon Dr.
Nov 2 - 11:00 A.M. - 9:00 P.M. on Palm Canyon
Dr. and 11:00 A.M. - 11:00 P.M. on Arenas
Nov 3 - 11:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. on Palm Canyon
and 11:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M. on Arenas
Arenas Stage
On Arenas between Indian Canyon and Calle
Encilia
Friday, November 1
DJ Dan Diego - 3:00 PM
Desert Air Festival Takeover, presented by Splash
House and Goldenvoice
Perfect Lovers - 5:00 PM
Margo XS - 6:30 PM
DJ_Dave - Headliner - 8:00 PM
Saturday, November 2
Fire Island Pines x Utramaroon Takeover
Scott Martin - 12:00 PM
Lupe Fuentes - 2:00 PM
Someone from Berlin - 4:00 PM
Fire Island Pines x WeHo Takeover:
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Aaron Elvis - 6:00 PM
Matthew Pernicano - 9:00 PM
Sunday, November 3
KGAY 106.5/92.1 & Gay Desert Guide Takeover
DJ Eric Ornelas - 12:00 PM
DJ Galaxy - 2:00 PM
DISCO INFERNO with MODGIRL- 5:00 PM
Palm Canyon Drive Main Stage
Palm Canyon Drive at Amado
Friday, November 1
Servicemember Wreath Laying Ceremony - 6:00
PM
Vanity Halston Presents - The Ex-Wives Club: A
Drag Parody Tribute of Six the Musical - 7:00 PM
A BIG BANG BLAST-OFF WITH MODGIRL,
presented by KGAY 106.5 /92.1 and Gay Desert
Guide - 8:00 PM
Saturday, November 2
Host Bella da Ball - Noon
Stage DJ - KGAY 106.5 / 92.1 Presents DJ Galaxy
The Palm Springs Gay Men’s Chorus - 3:00 PM
MkX - 3:45 PM
Steven Michael’s Dance Machine - 4:15 PM
Keisha D and band - 5:00 PM
Host Angelique VaGorgeous - 5:45 PM
Z LaLa - 6:00 PM

Jackette Knightley - 6:40 PM
Jesika Von Rabbit - 7:00 PM
SISTER SLEDGE – 8:00 P.M
Sunday, November 3
Host Bella da Ball
Marisa Corvo - 12:30 PM
Steven Michael’s Dance Machine - 1:00 PM
Corday and band - 1:40 PM
GEORGE MICHAEL REBORN - 3:00 PM
Oscar’s Stage
Tahquitz and Indian Canyon Rd
Saturday, November 2
Bitchiest Brunch (Drag Brunch) with Anita Rose -
Noon
Nickerson-Rossi Dance Company - 2:00 PM
Play Lounge Biscuit Eating Contest - 3:00 PM
Dina Jacobs and the Legends of Drag with Nicole
Paige Brooks from RuPaul’s Drag Race and
Shawnna Brooks 4:14 PM
Aurelio Sånchez - Mariah Carey Impersonator -
5:00 PM
April Diamond - 6:00 PM
Jai Rodriguez - Queer Eye / Rent - 1:00 PM
David Hernandez - American Idol - 1:20 PM
Will Rollins message - 1:45 PM
Blank Space, Taylor Swift impersonator - 2:00 PM
Nocera Sommertime - 2:30 PM
Pretty Poison featuring JADE STARLING - 3:00
PM
Desert Flaggers - Oscar’s Tea Dance Kick-Off -
4:00 PM
PRIDE DJ Stage
Tahquitz and Palm Canyon Dr
Saturday, November 2
Dante Luv - 12:00 PM
DJ Suzy Cue - 2:00 PM
DJ Kasama - 4:00 PM
DJ Aaron C - 6:00 PM
Doug Perry of the Perry Twins - 8:00 PM
​Sunday, November 3
Madevza - 12:00 PM
DJ JONNIE STAR - 2:00 PM
Charlie Brown - 7:00 PM
BRIAN JUSTIN CRUM - from America’s Got
Talent - 8:00 PM
Sunday, November 3
Bitchiest Brunch (Drag Brunch) with Anita Rose -
Noon
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Thanksgiving in Miami
Urge Miami Festival Serves a Feast for the Senses
By Steven Boyce
URGE Miami Festival
returns to South
Beach this
Thanksgiving
weekend with three
massive nighttime
events and two
sizzling daytime fetes
including a main event
spectacular at M3
studios headlined by
Brazilian DJ Edu
Quintas and the
legendary Beach
Party.
The gay party
weekend takes place
November 29-
December 2 at the
city’s most prestigious
venues and features a
list of the world’s most
famous circuit DJs.
Tickets for URGE Miami Festival are
available now at urgemiamifestival.com
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GAY/GAY FRIENDLY 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
BAR| FOOD | RESORTS AND MORE...
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
While we can’t advocate gay cruising in Palm Springs
area. The following tips from our friends at gayscruising.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., 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 February 1981 Harvard
Mental Health Letter, Dr.
Robert Jay Lifton outlines
the psychological dynamics
behind cult formation and
identifies three primary
characteristics:
1. **Charismatic Leadership**: Cults often
center around a leader who becomes an object
of worship, with followers seeing them as a
source of salvation, even as the group’s original
principles lose influence.
Coercive Persuasion (Thought Reform): Lifton
identifies methods such as “milieu control,”
where cults restrict communication and isolate
members to control thoughts and beliefs. This
manipulation often results in "doubling," where
members form a second, cult-identity alongside
their original selves.
Exploitation: The cult environment often
includes economic, sexual, or other exploitation
of members by the leader or inner circle.
Lifton also examines psychological techniques
used to reinforce totalistic control, including:
Milieu Control: Cults manage members’
surroundings and communications, using
isolation and psychological pressure to enforce
obedience.
Mystical Manipulation: Cult leaders cultivate a
“psychology of the pawn,” creating an illusion
that members are acting spontaneously, often
with practices like fasting or chanting.
Demand for Purity and Confession: Cults enforce
a stark moral dichotomy, urging confession and
self-criticism that build dependence on the leader
and group norms.
Lifton emphasizes the social and historical
context, noting that cults often attract individuals
seeking stability and identity amid societal
uncertainty. He warns of the dangers when
cult ideologies promote an “us versus them”
mentality, especially in a nuclear age, and suggests
that public education is crucial for preventing cult
recruitment.
I used to find humor in comedians making jokes
about protesters. Then something changed. It
might be information overload, but I saw those
protesters’ anger in a way I had never felt before.
Beneath that anger, I saw sadness. They were
protesting for something they deeply wanted. My
whole life, I’ve been told to stand up for what I
believe in. This is what they were doing—fighting
for their rights. But those videos mocking them
now feel shameful, making the victims feel even
worse.
This makes MAGA appear cultish. They worship
their leader, are victims of coercive persuasion,
and are exploited by being sold playing cards.
Each rally controls members with constant
communication, enforces absolute loyalty, and
demands confession to solidify dependency.
He gave them a racist vocabulary that basically
isolates them from others. Lifton stresses public
education to counter recruitment and emphasizes
that cults often prey on individuals seeking
stability amid social upheaval. It will be up to
us to help former members recover from their
experiences.
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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
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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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You’re Invited!
to the Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce’s
October Lead$ Lunch Join us every Tuesday at 12:00
p.m. for our Lead$ Lunch! For the month of October,
it will be held at: Broken Yolk Cafe
155 S Palm Canyon Drive Ste B-21, Palm Springs,
Upcoming: October 29th 112:00 p.m.
Lead$ Lunches are FREE to attend for Palm Springs
Chamber of Commerce members, the only cost to
you is your lunch.
designated campgrounds. The closest to the Tram
is picturesque Round Valley.
The State Park charges $5.00 per person for
camping permits. There is no fee for hiking
permits. There is no dispersed camping in the
State Wilderness. All campers must have a
Wilderness Camping Permit issued by Mount San
Jacinto State Park in their possession and camp
in a designated wilderness campground. Details
https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=30376
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,
Palm Springs Art Museum
Founded in 1938 as the Palm Springs Desert
Museum at La Plaza in downtown Palm Springs.
Natural science exhibits, Cahuilla Indian artefacts,
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 Primitive
Wilderness Glamping?
Within the Mount San Jacinto State Park
and Wilderness Area there are six primitive
campgrounds. You must camp within the
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The Palm Springs Air Museum Saturday,
the Miles hangar, and vintage airplanes are
only a few feet away.
Friends of the Desert Mountains Friends of
the Desert Mountains enthusiastically supports
establishing Chuckwalla National Monument and
expanding Joshua Tree National Park. Improving
access to these stunning natural areas enhances our
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NOVEMBER 23, 2024 VIP HOUR: 12 pm – 1
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tickets, souvenir cup while supplies last).
Enjoy airplanes? Enjoy craft beer? Then the
Palm Springs Air Museum’s 12th annual Props
and Hops Craft Beer Fest is just the place for
YOU. The breweries’ booths are set up inside
The camp host position works 2-3 hours in the
morning, then 3-4 hours in the evening with
daytime free, 5 days a week. You will dry camp
in a tent (no RVs), however Camp 4 has showers
and restroom facilities in the campground for
your use. You will host for a 30 day period.
Your main responsibilities are interacting with
campers assisting with check-ins (proper payment
/ reservation), checking tent tags, educating
campers on rules and regulations of the park and
campgrounds, and answering general Yosemite
questions. You will be camping in Yosemite
Valley near all the hiking trails and climbing
activity. During the day, you can spend your time
hiking, climbing, and enjoying all the activities of
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Hike Coachella Valley Preserve
For information regarding the
Thousand Palms Oasis Preserve
and Visitor Center managed
by the Center for Natural
Lands Management, please call
760.343.1234 or visit https://
www.cnlm.org/portfolio_page/
coachella-valley/. Due to
construction on Thousand Palms
Canyon Road, the visitor center
and trails managed by the Center
For Natural Lands
Management.
For thousands of years, particles of sand from
the San Bernardino Mountains and Indio Hills
washed into the Coachella Valley, forming a
system of dunes. Today, these dunes are part of
the Coachella Valley Preserve System, a 20,000-
acre sanctuary that is home to several species of
increasingly rare wildlife. The Coachella Valley
fringe-toed lizard depends on this unusual blow
sand desert for survival, and “swims” through the
sand to escape predators or summer heat on the
desert surface. Four other unique wildlife species
can also be found here: the Coachella roundtailed
ground squirrel, the giant red velvet mite, the
flat-tailed horned lizard and the giant palm-boring
beetle. The Coachella Valley Preserve also contains
several palm oases, formed because San Andreas
Fault lines allow water flowing underground to
rise to the surface. The spectacular Thousand
Palms Oasis includes a mile-long trail that
winds past pools containing endangered desert
pupfish. Native vegetation includes creosote
bush, burrobush, smoke tree and desert lavender,
part of this area’s unique habitat for wildlife.
The Coachella Valley Preserve is administered by
BLM’s Palm Springs-South Coast Field Office and
the Center for Natural Lands Management.
More than 183 bird species have been recorded
here, including Gambel’s quail, black-throated
sparrows, phainopeplas, black-tailed gnatcatchers
and American bitterns. Cactus wrens nest among
the chollas. Spring and fall are good times to view
songbirds.
Other animals that live in this area include blacktailed
jackrabbits, bobcats, and sidewinders.
Reptiles may be seen in the summer. Spring
through fall is the best time to look for fish in the
pools. blm.gov continued on page 40
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Living Nude!
San Onofre State Beach – Nude Area
The clothing-optional area of San Onofre State
Beach is located south of the state park beaches.
This beach, aka Gladiator Beach, is at the edge of
the state park boundary, and the only way to get
there is by hiking from the state park. San Onofre
is one of the better-known clothing optional
beaches in California.
From the linear parking lot on the bluff, there are
six numbered hiking trails (numbered 1 to 6 north
to south) that lead down to the beach. The nude
beach is south from the bottom of Trail 6. See
Bluffs Beach for more information.
Hike this trail down to the beach, then walk south
on the beach away from the lifeguard tower for
about one-third mile to reach the designated
clothing optional zone. Eventually you’ll find a
fence that divides the state park from federal land
in Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Base.
San Gregorio
Private Beach
San Gregorio
Private Beach is a
clothing-optional
beach on private
property just north
of the state-owned land in San Gregorio State
Beach. It’s considered to be the first nude beach in
America. Need Other Ideas? While bars and sex
apps are great sometimes meeting people in the
LGBTQ+ community outside of bars can be both
fun and fulfilling. Joining LGBTQ+ organizations
or attending events like pride parades and film
festivals can provide great opportunities to
connect with others. Online communities and
social media platforms designed for LGBTQ+
individuals offer safe spaces to meet new friends.
Engaging in hobbies and interests, such as
joining sports teams, book clubs, or art classes,
can also help you meet like-minded people in a
more relaxed setting. Volunteering for LGBTQ+
advocacy or support organizations is another
excellent way to build meaningful connections.
Additionally, attending educational workshops and
seminars on LGBTQ+ topics can attract a diverse
group of people and foster new friendships.
Pro Tip! Breaking the ice on a hiking trail can
be as simple as complimenting someone’s gear,
like noticing a cool backpack and asking where
they got it, or asking for trail tips if they seem
experienced. Offering a snack, like some extra
trail mix, or commenting on the beautiful scenery
can also start a conversation. Mentioning wildlife
sightings or discussing hiking plans can be
engaging topics. Sometimes, a warm smile and a
friendly “Hi, how’s it going?” Is all it takes. The
key is to be friendly, genuine, and respectful.
Avoid making assumptions based on desire,
appearances or stereotypes. Instead, use open and
respectful communication. Subtle hints can include
noticing shared interests in LGBTQ+ mentioning
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Tunitas Creek Beach
20775 Cabrillo Highway S, Half Moon Bay, CA
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San Gregorio State Beach
20063 Cabrillo Highway S, San Gregorio, CA
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32350 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA 90265
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2005 Garden Highway, Sacramento, Ca 95833
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(415) 868-0942
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(310) 821-1081
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Baker Beach
1504 Pershing Dr, San Francisco, CA 94129
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Zuma Beach
30000 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA 90265
(310) 457-9701
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Langdon Ct, San Francisco, CA 94129
(415) 561-4323
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Black Sands Beach
Conzelman Rd, Sausalito, Ca 94965
(415) 561-4700
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Pirate’s Cove Beach
3001 Ocean Blvd, Newport Beach, CA 92625
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election on Tuesday night. As in 2020, it will
take days for many states to count every vote
accurately. That’s why a delay in the results is a sign
of a healthy democracy!
NOTE: This page will be updated after the
electioin!
It’s hard to believe after this marathon campaign,
but we’re now just seven days from Election Day
2024—and Common Cause is working hard to
make sure every voter has a voice.
Here’s your guide for what to expect on Election
Day—how you can tune out the partisan noise and
help your friends, family, and neighbors do their
civic duty.
Everyone Needs A Plan To Vote
The single most important thing you can do if
you haven’t yet is to make your plan to vote—then
ensure every eligible voter you know is doing the
same. Use our free online voter tools to check
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Even if you follow politics closely, you don’t want
to find out on Election Day that there’s a problem
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isn’t where it was last year—so double check now
to be safe, not sorry!
Then, if you already know when and where you’re
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well by forwarding this email to at least 3 friends
or family members, or reposting Common Cause
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Election Night Is Not Results Night
Don’t expect to know who won the presidential
Election workers need time to count every
single vote—including in-person, mail, absentee,
overseas, and military ballots. So once we as voters
do our jobs, it’s time to let election workers do
theirs.
Here’s your guide to when we anticipate the most
contested state results will come in.
Arizona: 2-4 days after Election Day
Georgia: Election Night
Michigan: at most, 2-3 days after Election Day
Nevada: up to 4 days after Election Day
North Carolina: Election Night, or early morning
the next day
Ohio: Election Night
Pennsylvania: by Friday, November 8
Wisconsin: Wednesday, November 6
Don’t fall for it when politicians rush to claim
victory early or the media demands instant
results—the truth is, the official winner can’t
be declared until vote counts are certified in the
coming weeks. That’s because election results go
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