Come From Away is the musical about the flights diverted on September 11th to a small town in Newfoundland. It shows the humanity of people caring for each other in a dreadful time.
I had my “Come From Away” experience flying home from Michigan over the weekend. A two-hour flight from GRR to DEN turned into one of those nightmare travel experiences.
While United Airlines bears the brunt or responsibility for the bulk of our delays, I did finally get home 24 hours later. But my experience shows that there are still good and caring people in the world. I learned that there is a place (and airport) named Montrose, Colorado. It services the Telluride ski resorts, doesn’t have a control tower, nor many motel rooms on a holiday weekend.
Our diversion due to storms turned into an overnight on the floor of the airport for 200 + people. Maybe it’s the good-natured Midwestern stock that was mostly on the flight, but there were no fits of rage by passengers to the United ground team. There was much exasperation as you can imagine. We couldn’t even leave – there was no TSA on duty.
But when it was determined we were stuck, they ordered dozens of pizzas for us and tried to help in any way they could. They even counseled us on getting better compensation from the airline. (Something I’m sure they would deny…) Even the replacement flight attendants were empathetic and got us coffee while taxiing to the runway to get back to Denver the next morning.
I’ll likely never see any of those people again, but in a small way we bonded for a brief period with no thought of political or social divides. Just people helping people. The way it should be.
Brad Fuhr, your K-Gay Desert Guide
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MON: Love Local Palm Springs Begins
Love Local Palm Springs is back starting Monday, July 7, giving residents and visitors a 50% bonus when they purchase digital gift cards to spend at over 100 local businesses. Whether you’re dining out, shopping for summer reads, or booking a spa day, a $100 card becomes $150 in spending power—perfect for supporting your favorite spots while stretching your budget. Bonus funds are valid through October 31, so grab your card early and show some love to the heart of Palm Springs. Learn more
TUE & THU: CVRep Summer Cabaret Series
The CVRep Summer Cabaret Series continues this week with two exciting performances! Enjoy an intimate evening of live entertainment every Tuesday and Thursday at 7 pm at CVRep in Cathedral City. This week, don’t miss Glenn Rosenblum on Tuesday, July 8, and Julie Garnye on Thursday, July 10. The series runs through July 31, offering a variety of world-class talent. Get tickets
TUE: Tolerance Education Center Summer Film Series
Join the Tolerance Education Center on Tuesday, July 8 from 6–8 pm for a powerful evening in its Summer Film Series, featuring Here Lived—a poignant look at Gunter Demnig’s Stolpersteine project, honoring Holocaust victims through memory and reconciliation. The screening will be followed by a thoughtful discussion moderated by Dr. Stephen D. Smith, Executive Director Emeritus of the USC Shoah Foundation. Admission is free with RSVP. More info
THU: Cocktail Cinema at the Palm Springs Art Museum
Cocktail Cinema returns to the Annenberg Theater at Palm Springs Art Museum on Thursday, July 10 from 5–8 pm, blending art, film, and craft cocktails in one stylish summer evening. Enjoy a cocktail hour by Livs Palm Springs before a 6 pm screening of Dogtown and Z-Boys, a groundbreaking documentary on the rebellious skate culture that reshaped a generation. Presented by Palm Springs Art Museum and the Palm Springs International Film Festival, this is where culture meets cool. Get tickets
Starts FRI: Falsettos
Don’t miss Falsettos at Palm Canyon Theatre, running July 11–20, a witty and poignant musical that explores Jewish identity, gender roles, and gay life in the 1970s and ’80s. Centered on Marvin’s journey to reconcile love, family, and self, this Tony-winning show blends humor and heart in a deeply human story of transformation and chosen family. A must-see for fans of bold, emotionally rich theatre. Get tickets
STARTS FRI: Grease, School Edition
Hand-jive the night away as PSUSD Summer Camp presents Grease at the Annenberg Theater, Friday, July 11 at 7 pm. This high-energy production brings Rydell High’s class of ’59 to life with beloved hits like “Greased Lightnin’” and “Summer Nights,” performed by the talented students of Palm Springs Unified School District. With additional shows on Saturday, July 12 at 7 pm and Sunday, July 13 at 2 pm, it’s the perfect chance to relive the magic of this iconic musical in true retro style. Get tickets
FRI: Goo Goo Dolls
Catch iconic alt-rock legends Goo Goo Dolls live at The Show at Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa on Friday, July 11 at 8 pm. With over 15 million albums sold, 16 chart-topping hits, and the timeless power ballad “Iris”, this unforgettable night promises a soundtrack of emotion, energy, and pure nostalgia. Get tickets
ALSO THIS WEEK
Monday, July 7
Monday Night Bingo with Bella da Ball | 7–9 pm at the Ace Hotel
Hot Spot Trivia with Deven & Ned | 7–8:30 pm at Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs
Wednesday, July 9
Hot Spot Bingo with Deven & Ned | 7–8:30 pm at Agua Caliente Cathedral City
Thursday, July 10
Carousel Live Retro Music | 7–8:30 pm at Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs
VillageFest Street Fair | 7–10 pm in Downtown Palm Springs
Friday, July 11
Food Truck Fridays | 5–10 pm in Downtown Indio
Saturday, July 12
Country Dance Saturdays: Beginner Two Step with Jan Alden | 7 pm at Step by Step
Dwight Yoakam: The Cosmic Roundup & Rodeo Tour | 7 pm at Acrisure Arena
Sunday, July 13
Sunday Stomp Line Dancing | 6–10 pm at Reforma
Guided Hikes | 11 am & 1:30 pm at San Jacinto State Park (Tramway Mountain Station)
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Thu. Jul 10 at 6 pm at the Annenberg Theater - Falsettos – Presented by Palm Canyon Theatre
Jul 11–20 - Gay Wine Weekend
Jul 18–20 in Russian River Valley & Healdsburg wine region of Sonoma County - ALL OUT – A Summer Dance Party
Sat. Jul 19 from 7–10 pm at The 4707 - Trans Rights Political Forum to Discuss Executive Order 14168
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Oct 30–Nov 2 at Hotel Zoso, Tool Shed, CCBC, Hunters
KGAY 106.5 & 92.1 FM
The KGAY 106.5 & 92.1 Retro Lunch airs Monday through Friday from noon–1 pm, with DJ Galaxy (Vincent Corrales) and DJ Eric Ornelas playing an hour of their high-energy throwback mixes. On Sundays, we put all five hours together for the Retro Sunday Brunch from 11 am–4 pm. Perfect party music! The KGAY 106.5 Sunday Tea Dance with Modgirl airs every Sunday from 4–6 pm (right after the Retro Brunch). All our DJs took honors in the Best of Coachella Valley this year! Listen to KGAY 106.5 online
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Find out what’s happening on any given day by browsing our Gay Desert Guide Online Event Listing Calendar, and for the big picture, take a look at major upcoming events in our 2025 Coachella Valley Calendar of Events.
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