Lesbians of Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley Outings and Events
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I have been thinking about uncertainty a lot this week. Everything feels like quicksand, extreme weather events are more common, the possibility of WW3 is on the news, the upcoming cabinet looks like a clown car, and nobody knows what will happen to the economy or stock market. What about Medicare and Social Security? Then, the McRib reappears for the holidays at McDonalds.
The only thing I am certain of this week is that the McRib is God-awful, although I get sucked in by the ads and have that disastrous gastric adventure every 5 years just to take a bite and then shudder at the texture and taste. There is something wonderful and routine in my reaction to it. A rock-solid certainty in a shifting landscape, and my outrage at the McRib makes me laugh.
It's a week of leaning into uncertainty and finding humor in the moments. In my house, on any given day, one of us can't find our wallet, phone, or car keys, and we scour through disorganized drawers to find treasures we put away for safekeeping years ago. We return our treasures to their hiding places, delusional in the belief that somehow, we will remember where we stored them this time. Outside, male roadrunners have been arriving in my yard, looking for love, and I wonder if I am giving off a weird scent as I disappoint them one after the other.
Life is like trying to assemble furniture from a Swedish store without the instructions—you're filled with excitement at first, but then you realize you have a pile of mysterious parts, a vague idea of what the final product should look like, and a nagging feeling that the extra screw is crucial. You contemplate whether the wobbly table you've created is a groundbreaking design choice or just a tragic error, all the while questioning every choice you ever made, knowing the extra screw is going to bite you in the ass eventually. That's why there is pizza and McRib in life. The break from the brain, the break from all the over thinking.
Kim
"Courageous men never lose the zest for living even though their life situation is zestless; cowardly men, overwhelmed by the uncertainties of life, lose the will to live. We must constantly build dykes of courage to hold back the flood of fear."
Martin Luther King, Jr.
I am all for building dykes of courage. Although I suspect it would be like assembling the 350-piece Ikea bed frame without instructions.
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My book Travels Into Discomfort is available on Amazon.
It is a travel adventure in its prose and a journey to the heart in its poetry.
Travels Into Discomfort
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Barbara Carpenter Realtor
Andrea Voras, Gerontologist Dementia Specialist Life Aging Life Care Manager
Corlyce Photography
Chris Ann Kallgren Realtor
Macs 'n More -Website & Graphic Design | Photography & Video | Mac Support
Rice Notary
Nancy Minger - Massage Therapist
Poochsitter
Motivation Changes — Life Coaching - Dr Ann Sarah Engel, MSW, PhD
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The Hollywood Times is looking for Palm Springs entertainment event writers/interns
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- Cork Women's Fun Weekend
- REI Women's Hiking
- AdventureWomen: organizes exceptional women’s only travel groups spots around the globe.
- Trafalgar: offers women-only guided vacations to various destinations, with local female guides and experts.
- Road Scholar: provides educational and cultural trips for women of all ages and interests.
- Adventures in Good Company: creates active and adventurous trips for women who love the outdoors.
- Intrepid Travel’s Women’s Expeditions: explores local cultures and traditions from a female perspective, with female leaders and hosts.
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Women’s History
Women, We Should Know
Jeanne Baret, (born July 27, 1740, Burgundy, France—died August 5, 1807, Saint-Aulaye), French botanist and explorer, the first woman to circumnavigate the globe. Disguised as a man aboard a French naval vessel, she collected samples of more than 6,000 plant specimens from around the world.
Jeanne Baret, The First Woman To Circumnavigate The Globe : NPR
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Happening this season
Claire and Cindy's Outings
Starting December - First Thursday Each Month Palm Springs Famers Market and Street Fair -- We will meet in front of the Palm Springs Art Museum ( 101 Museum Drive PS) at 5:30 and transverse the street fair starting Dec 5th, Jan 4th, Feb 6th and March 1st
The first Saturday of Each Month, meet at the College of the Desert Street Fair in the food court to enjoy treats and women (well, most women are a treat in themselves) at 9 a.m. starting December 7th.
Street & Art Fair & Farmers Market - College of the Desert | Palm Desert (codaastreetfair.com)
December- Activity WildLights @ Living Desert Zoo December 19th-- 6-9 pm WildLights Adult Night (18+) invites guests to see the Zoo in a whole new light! This year’s event features a new, enhanced light design with three million lights throughout the park, live nightly entertainment, food and beverage sales, and fun for all. Ticket costs range from 16.00 to 25.00, depending on Membership status and date of ticket purchase. Click on the link below and scroll down and find WildLights nights, select the date of December 19th and get your ticket soon. This night is known to sell out quickly. Look for Claire to the left of the front gate wearing a black hat with a red feather. https://estore.livingdesert.org/WebStore/landingPage https://www.livingdesert.org/ 47900 Portola Avenue Palm Desert, CA 92260.
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The reception of the season is coming up at the Desert Art Center on December 6, 5-7pm. They will be celebrating their 75th anniversary with a buffet of appetizers, wine, and music AND the 6x6 mini masterpieces sale. Their members have donated scads of 6x6 art, which will sell for $75 each in honor of the anniversary — this is a crazy steal for these little gems! There will also be a brand new show in the main gallery featuring eight new artists just juried in.
Dress warm since we'll be outside, with lots of seating and tables.
Please come celebrate
550 N Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs CA 92262
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Thanksgiving Potluck - 1pm
November 28th - 1pm
Signup below
https://kimkieler1954.wufoo.com/forms/wlsew160ha4mr5/
I am so thankful to be part of this community. You don't have to put on a happy face if you are having a hard time; a lot of us are. But if you want to hang with some women, get a hug ot two and eat some great food; join us on Thanksgiving.
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The Coachella Valley Ladies of Justice Present: Iconic Photographer, Judy Francesconi. Friday December 6th at the V Wine Lounge 5:00-6:30.
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Free, self-guided walking tour to explore the local hotel holiday scene. Pick up a map and flashlight at Palm Springs Art Museum.
Explore the unique charm and hospitality of Palm Springs at the annual Walk of the Inns. This free, self-guided walking tour welcomes locals and out-of-towners to experience the vibrant local hotel holiday scene. This annual tradition offers a delightful way to discover the eclectic hotel properties nestled between Ramon Road and Tahquitz Canyon Way. Guests can look forward to lively music and refreshments at various stops along the route.
From mid-century modern marvels to stunning Mediterranean retreats, participating hotels will showcase their unique styles and warm hospitality, providing an insider’s look at the distinctive architecture for which Palm Springs is renowned.
What to Know About the Walk of the Inns
The Walk of the Inns begins at Palm Springs Art Museum, where attendees can pick up a complimentary map detailing all the participating hotels and a small flashlight to help illuminate the journey (available on a first-come, first-served basis).
Guests are encouraged to bring an unwrapped toy to donate to Well in the Desert, an initiative that supports local families in need.
Walk of the Inns | Palm Springs Art Museum
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ART IN THE PARK IN THE DARK RETURNS TO LIGHT UP NEW YEAR’S EVE
Laser Shows, Lighted Bikes, and Interactive Art to Ring in 2025
Back by popular demand, the highly anticipated Art in the Park in the Dark will illuminate Demuth Park this New Year’s Eve. After last year’s successful event, this free, all-ages celebration of all things art and glow is moving to December 31 and will take place from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Demuth Park on Mesquite Avenue at Calle Santa Cruz.
Art in the Park in the Dark offers a unique evening of artistic engagement, featuring interactive glow art, illuminated bikes, live performance art, and spectacular laser shows. The event offers fun for all and is designed to spark active creativity and community.
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Shann Carr's
Bitch Please
DEC 7th at 3pm $40 and up
Comedian Shann Carr debuts her new show “Bitch Please” full of silly, snarky and sultry storytelling. Shann has headlined on over 100 gay cruises and thousands of cool gigs worldwide with a warm and easy crossover appeal for truly diverse audiences. She offers a night of laughs you can count on to leave you feeling good about yourself and your community!
Revolution Stage Company Presents: Comedian Shann Carr's BITCH PLEASE (onthestage.tickets)
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Diane Padys
Showing at 29 Palms Gallery until November 30th 3rd Place for Joshua Art Expo Competition
Mountain Climbers
A couple of new images you might want to visit this month diane@dianepadysphotography.com
artworks | Diane Padys Photography
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DREAM
Showing until December 7th at The Galen Gallery in Palm Desert
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Rebecca Clark Will Perform Her Cabaret Show At The Roost On
Sundays, October 27, November 24, December 29 From 6-9pm. Reservations Suggested. Go To ticketbud.Com.
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2024 GOLF TOURNAMENT - Dec 8th
Join Stonewall Golfers and The L-Fund for a fun day of golf, food, games and prizes!
Sunday, December 8, 2024
Woodhaven Country Club, Palm Desert
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! THIS WILL SELL OUT QUICKLY SINCE TWO ORGANIZATIONS ARE INVOLVED. DON'T DELAY - CLICK HERE:
Home Page (stonewallgolfers.org)
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Easy/Moderate Hikes
Tuesday Nov 26th - 9 am
Length 4 Miles
Type In and Out Elevation 1000 feet
Time 3 -4 hours
Difficulty: Moderate
Meetup: Meetup is a small parking lot off 111 at Southridge Drive and Rim Rd. See the photo below. Walk a few feet up Southridge; the trail starts to the left and goes behind the mobile home park. Do not proceed up the road. It is gated, and you cannot get back on the trail. Carpool if you can; parking is minimal.
Saturday Nov 30th - 9 am
7 miles
1000 feet elevation - gradual
3-4 hrs
PCT I-10 Whitewater to Cottonwood Saddle
Meetup - GPS Pacific Crest Trail & Cottonwood Rd
Directions: From Interstate 10 near Palm Springs, take the Haugen-Lehmann exit and take H-L Way north until it curves to the west and intersects with Cottonwood Drive. Turn right and take Cottonwood north until it turns to dirt. Keep going about a mile until you see a small parking lot for this stretch of the trail.
Carpool at Kim's at 8:15
Bring at least 1 liter of water. New hikers must register and sign a waiver.
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2024 Walks - Regular Friday walk at Butler Abrams - Rancho Mirage - Dogs Welcome
9AM
Length 2.5 miles
Type In 26thand Out
Elevation 45 ft
Time 1 Hr
Difficulty: Easy
Meetup is the parking lot at Michael S Wolfson Park
70001 Frank Sinatra Dr, Rancho Mirage, Ca 9227
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Movie Meetup
Wednesday - Mary Pickford Theater
Wicked 10 am Wednesday, Nov 27th
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Book and Movie Salon/Club -
2024 Schedule 2nd Mondays 5:30 pm
Sometimes the hardest thing in life is to keep on believing in something when all evidence seems to be to the contrary
Monday, the 9th of December at 5:30 PST/8:30p EST BAM Salon will discuss the movie Tell it to the Bees directed by Annabel Jankel, 2019
In a 1950s small town, a doctor develops a relationship with her young patient's mother. Dr. Jean Markham, is a talented and unconventional female doctor and Lydia Weekes, is a young and troubled mother. Against the backdrop of a conservative and close-minded community, the two women must navigate societal expectations and personal desires as they struggle to find happiness and acceptance.
Tell it to the bees is currently airing on various streaming services including YouTube, AppleTV, Hulu, Amazon Prime, Hoopla.
If you have not joined us in a while, now is the time. Come and discuss this interesting and engaging film.
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This Week's Recommendation
Shrinking on Apple TV
I liked this series a lot more than I thought I would. It feels good and touches on some serious subjects.
'Shrinking' review: Jason Segel, Harrison Ford plus 'Ted Lasso' energy : NPR
Martha on Netflix
Martha Steward Documentary on Netflix. This is a fascinating look at Martha. I admire her warts and all. She is brilliant and tough. She sometimes seems uncomfortable being vulnerable and revealing her emotions during the tough challenges in her life. I get the feeling she has no desire to divulge, but the gossip machine must be fed, and she is going along with the interview. I have always loved her wicked sense of humor.
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Live Special Taping on Friday, January 17th, 2025
5pm and 8pm
The Revolution Stage Company
Downtown Palm Springs near Revivals
Award winning comedian - Lez Out Loud's - Mina Hartong (Olivia Travel, Curve Magazine) has been performing & touring for over 20 years...and it's about time she filmed her Comedy Special.
Once filming begins, the doors will close. Please arrive before the showtime to ensure admittance.
We hope you can join us for this one-time event.
Purchase Tickets Here
Mina has been performing and touring for over 20 years; Provincetown, Fire Island, Montreal Fringe Festival, and dozens of clubs in New York and LA. She was a finalist for the National Ladies of Laughter Contest and Curve Magazine called her one of America’s Funniest Lesbians alongside lesbian icons such as Suzanne Westenhoffer, Marga Gomez and Karen Williams. Now back in New York, she can’t think of a better place to film her first Comedy Special than with the beautiful community that is Palm Springs and Revolution Stage Company.
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HO! HO! HO! It’s time to mingle & jingle all our cares away at PALS 2024 HOWLIDAY PAWTY — Friday, Dec 13th, 3-5 pm at Boozehounds Palm Springs. Join the fun, wear your howliday best and RSVP today as space is limited to 50 guests and well-behaved canine companions. (Light appetizers, popcorn and cash bar provided by Boozehounds.)
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PALS’ no-cost educational seminars provide up-to-date information, resources and opportunities to engage in essential planning ahead conversations before a major health or life-altering event occurs. For info about upcoming PALS Seminars with in-person and zoom registration links click here.
9:30 to 11 am. 3rd Saturday
September thru June
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PALS Death Cafe is a group-led open conversation about mortality that’s not a counseling or bereavement group. There’s no specified topics or designated outcomes. Just bring your questions about any aspect of death and dying that interests you. RSVP for the next PALS Death Cafe here. | |
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PALS Circle is an hour of enjoyable connection, support and friendship among LGBTQ+ seniors and allies. There's no agenda, no formal topic — just fun conversation and camaraderie each Monday from 6:00 to 7:00 PM on ZOOM. Sign up to receive PALS Circle announcements here.
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Lesbians Embracing Aging
Lesbians Embracing Aging: An Introduction
The mission of LEA is to encourage and assist LBTQIA women with healthy aging by creating
support networks of socialization, information, and healthcare.
We are forming a hub of LBTQIA Women and allies willing to help one another navigate the
changes and challenges of aging and help make the myriad of available services more accessible.
Please join us for our next meeting as we make progress toward our goals.
If you would like more information, be on our email list or join us for our next meeting TBA Please send an email to
LEAofCoachellaValley@gmail.com
The LEA women:
Kelly Watson, Lauren Nile, Barbara Tyler, Rita Gonzales, Kate Ullman, Ronni Sanlo
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Evening Chat Group 5:30pm to 7 pm Every Wednesday
LIDS (Lesbians In The Desert) Wednesday evenings, 5:30 pm - 7ish — join us for a lively Zoom chat, catch up with friends, and make new ones! Open to Lesbians in and out of the Coachella Valley — California — all 50 States — and beyond. Please email NurseJaynes@yahoo.com to receive the invite with Zoom meeting ID & Passcode. Bring a friend! Hosted by Cindy T, Crickett, & Jayne
Hosted by Crickett and Cindy
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1st and 3rd Fridays are Wine Down Friday’s with the Coachella Valley Ladies of Justice and a Guest Speaker at theV-Lounge 5PM-6:30P. 600 E Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs.
Network, share info about your business/upcoming event or just drop-by to unwind and make new friends!
The Coachella Valley Ladies of Justice Present: Iconic Photographer, Judy Francesconi. Friday December 6th at the V Wine Lounge 5:00-6:30.
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Gay Country Western Dancing - Friday Nights
Join the Dance Ranch for a great night of country western dancing, including two-step, waltz, shadow, East and West Coast swing, and line dances.
It all happens at Step By Step, 316 N. Palm Canyon Drive in Palm Springs.
Admission is $5.
Lesson is at 7 pm. Dancing from 7:30-9:30 pm.
Dance Ranch Palm Springs is a country western dance group serving the LGBTQ+ community and its friends. Country dancers of all levels are welcome!
Learn more about Dance Ranch and find out what they’re teaching at danceranchps.org.
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Our history will NOT be hidden!
Not with us two old lesbians and our awesome guests on guard! Our free podcast LGBTQ History Alive! with Ronni and Kelly begins
January 1, 2024.
Meet the Two Old Lesbians!
Ronni Sanlo, Ed.D. is a retired UCLA professor and LGBTQ Center director, founder of the award-winning Lavender Graduation, and editor of the four volume This Day in LGBTQ History. Kelly Watson, Ph.D, DDS, is a retired recovery center director and business professional, and still and always involved with 12 step recovery.
2024 Schedule - Check it Out!
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The L-Fund empowers cis, trans, and queer identifying lesbians through financial crisis assistance as well as grants in the areas of education, the arts, and health and wellness.
If you would like to donate, please find us at https://l-fund.org/
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The Palm Springs Women’s Jazz and Blues Assoc. exists to preserve and foster an appreciation of jazz and blues music and to support female jazz and blues musicians who traditionally struggle for recognition and employment. The festival includes concerts, exhibits, presentations, films, and other events that promote an understanding and enjoyment of the work of women artists.
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