This Week in #ILoveGayPalmSprings for October 3, 2017

TRIO Restaurant Now Reopen

Tony Marchese and team have announced the reopening of TRIO today, October 3, at 11:00 a.m.  Says tony, "Thanks to you all for your support and patience! We can't wait to see you all again!"  More Info

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In the Hard Rock Palm Springs Swimming Pool: ​Experience the nostalgic, low-brow, "midnight-showing" thrills of yesteryear!

Experience the nostalgic, low-brow, "midnight-showing" thrills of yesteryear! Featuring retro movie trailers, public service announcements, rare footage, and your favorite childhood commercials.

Witness a poolside curated Dive-In movie series, featuring niche films and cult-classics hosted by the charismatic green-faced alien- “Rhett Rivideohsz”. Rhett, is an intergalactic film buff on a quest to save cinema. Every week Rhett showcases his planet’s favorite earth movies while engaging with the audience through trivia and comedic skits in the vein of popular 1960’s TV horror hosts. Each film will be pre-edited to include a trailer of the next week’s movie, retro commercials, PSA’s, an interactive intermission, and other wild novelty finds.

You'll never know what to expect! (except these screenings on these dates:)

• 10/5- The Lost Boys
• 10/13- Friday the 13th the Final Chapter
• 10/19- Night of the Demons
• 10/26- Halloween
• 11/2- The Monster Squad
• 11/9- Ghost Busters
• 11/16- Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
• 11/23- Back to the Future II
• 11/30- The Goonies

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Dinner in the Canyons

The Annual Dinner in the Canyon is an evening like no other.  Nestled in the lush and legendary Indian Canyons with only the stars above, and the gentle Desert breeze whispering through the palms. With exclusive privilege to the Museum, Andreas Canyon is once again their backdrop for the evening, beginning with the Sunset reception at 5:30 overlooking the ever changing vistas that are the Coachella Valley. This is followed by a sit-down dinner in the historic home of the Agua Caliente People at 6:30, surrounded by the magical serenity that has made this canyon famous around the world.

While the majestic setting may be enough, 2017 is slated to be more exciting than ever. Just before them leaving for a tour of Asia, Steven Rushingwind and the Native Groove will be stopping to perform live on stage. This multiple NAMMI nominated and award winning group will offer their unique blend of Native and Jazz music to add yet more excitement to an already packed evening. They will also welcome back a Silent Auction during cocktails and a Live Auction during dinner; all proceeds benefiting the Agua Caliente Cultural Museum, its program, events and exhibitions.

Inspiring people to learn about the Agua Caliente band of Cahuilla Indians and other Native Cultures please join this very special evening and be a part of the future. Advance ticket reservations are required and can be purchased here or by calling 760-833.8174…………………The Spirit Lives®

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Joshua Tree Music Festival is "A Celebration of Life"

"The festivals are a celebration of life, lovingly produced by a family of friends and funsters who believe that music is the soul of life," say organizers of this week's 12th Annual Joshua Tree Music Festival.  "These intimate, family friendly experiences in the magical Mojave go deep to create positive and meaningful life-changing moments.  The music is diverse, positive and potent; featuring artists on the rise. A happy, loving and egalitarian space is created, where the boundary between artist and audience is blurred. We’re all in this together."

They add, "JTMF is honored to align with Joshua Tree Living Arts (501c3), a non-profit dedicated to enriching lives, empowering people, and strengthening community via sustainable educational programs. JTLA creates a robust schedule of playshops & classes at Kidsville, the Positive Vibration Station, and the Yoga & Healing stage at the festivals. Art enriches (and saves) lives."

Find the entire October 5-8 lineup here.

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EQCA's Equality Awards Set for The Riviera This Weekend

Each year EQCA’s Equality Awards honor the inspirational leaders and outstanding allied organizations whose selfless work helps create a more fair and just society.  

In 2017, Palm Springs is proudly honoring Hon. Ginny Foat with thw Lifetime Achievement Awards, Raymond Cree Middle School with the Equality For All Award, and Hon. Maxine Waters with the Geoff Kors Leadership Award.

Equality California brings the voices of LGBTQ people and allies to institutions of power in California and across the United States, striving to create a world that is healthy, just, and fully equal for all LGBTQ people. We advance civil rights and social justice by inspiring, advocating, and mobilizing through an inclusive movement that works tirelessly on behalf of those we serve.  More Info on the Palm Springs Equality Awards

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A Nighttime Black Light Neon Glow Party?  Yes! Desert Glow Fest This Saturday

THE FESTIVAL…  Desert Glo Fest is the newly revamped event formerly known as Health Glo. At Health Glo 2015 & 2016 runners/walkers danced, jumped and sang along at our DJ spun Pre-Party while the paint flew.  After enjoying the non-stop party our participants ran or walked through the 5K black light lit glow course where they were doused with even more paint and glowed the night away…..
 
In 2017 team Health Glo now introduces you to DGF! DESERT GLOW FEST! At DGF they include all the fun factors of Health Glo while adding additional FUN factors.  They've started by adding an all age obstacle course along our Black Light Lit Course, Art Zone, and fun Kids Zone.

More Info

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