Tikimentary Event- in search of lost paradise

Posted on Jun 8, 2010 by Paul Kaplan

Got plans this weekend? If not, then hop in your canoe and head down to San Diego’s Hukilau this Saturday, for the premier of “Tikemenatary, in Search of the Lost Paradise World.”  Here’s the teaser below.

And for the true Tiki-Afficionado, why not get a condo at Palm Springs’ historic Royal Hawaiian.

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International Short Film Festival Coming to Palm Springs

Posted on May 26, 2010 by Paul Kaplan

June 22 – 28-  Mark your calendars for the Palm Springs International ShortFest

Now in its 16th year, the Palm Springs International ShortFest showcases over 300 short films from more than 40 countries, with a library of more than 2,700 films available to film buyers, industry and press in its concurrent Short Film Market. Festival events include nightly receptions, seminars, master classes, and scheduled ‘one-on-one’ meetings with industry experts and filmmaking professional. Designated by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences as an award-qualifying Festival and accredited by the International Short Film Conference, the Palm Springs International ShortFest and its Short Film Market, are the largest and most prominent short film showcase in North America.  For more information on the Festival, visit www.psfilmfest.org.

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Rare chance to see The Palm Springs’ Bob Hope House- by John Lautner

Posted on Mar 11, 2010 by Paul Kaplan

Just got my tickets today!!  I’ve been wanting to see this house since I was a kid, visiting Palm Springs.  Here’s a great opportunity to check it out, and to join the Palm Springs Museum and the Arts and Design Council. 

The Arts and Design Council is holding its anual ADC Fundraiser – (6:00 PM – 8:00 PM – Saturday, March 20)

This is a rare opportunity to enjoy the spectacular Hope House at a cocktail reception with fellow ADC members. The enormous roof, which echoes the surrounding hills of Southridge, hovers over an expansive patio and garden area where Lautner’s dramatic architecture can be experienced. Invitations will be mailed to ADC members.

Fundraiser
ADC Fundraiser at the Bob & Dolores Hope House, designed by John Lautner
$200 per person (ADC members only)

To make reservations, please call Brooke Devenney at 760.322.4818 or email bdevenney@psmuseum.org

SEE YOU THERE!

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Palm Springs- a bigger bolder beautiful Palm Springs!

Posted on Mar 11, 2010 by Paul Kaplan

Palm Springs : Better, Bolder, Beautiful from Palm Springs Tourism on Vimeo.

Cool video on improvements going on in Palm Springs!

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Palm Springs is a Mecca for Mid-Century Modern Architecture

Posted on Feb 3, 2010 by Paul Kaplan

Over 10,000 architecture aficionados will be flocking to Palm Springs for the annual Modernism Week to discover the largest collection of mid-century modern architecture in the country. The 10-day event is scheduled for February 12-21, 2010, featuring more than 40 events including architectural tours, films, book signings, and film screenings, as well as chic galas and tours of mid-century modern homes. A vintage car and Airstream trailer show are new events this year. www.VisitPalmSprings.com and www.ModernismWeek.com

STOP BY MY BOOTH AT THE MODERNISM SHOW ON FEB 13 and 14th and pick up a free Palm Springs Mid-Century Neighborhoods Map.

Here’s the schedule of events for the week:

Please check back periodically for updates on the Modernism Week Schedule of Events

Printer friendly schedule here Thursday 2/11: click here for details… *Join KCET for a Pre-Modernism Week event featuring a very special screening of Julius Shulman: Desert Modern, at the legendary Frank Sinatra Twin Palms Estate, 5:30 – 7:30 PM Friday 2/12: click here for details… *Walk of Fame Star Dedication/Reception for Architect Albert Frey, 2 PM *10th Annual PS Modernism Show – Preview Reception, 6 PM – 9 PM *Silent Auction during the Modernism Show Preview and on Saturday *Opening reception for Shag at M Modern Gallery, 8 – 11 PM Saturday 2/13: click here for details…*10th Annual PS Modernism Show, 10 AM – 6 PM *Silent Auction, ends at noon *Open House Art Studio, hosted by Romi Cortier, 2/13-2/14, 11 AM – 4 PM *Shag Lunch at Trio Restaurant, limited seating, Noon – 2 PM *Opening Reception for Danny Heller at the Terrence Rogers Gallery, 2 – 5 PM *Meet the Architect: Don Wexler at The Corridor, 3 -5 PM *Design Within Reach hosts Charles Hollis Jones, 4 – 6 PM *Gallery Openings and Artist Receptions at the Backstreet Art District, 5 – 9 PM *PS Modern Committee Annual Gala Benefit, 7 – 11 PM *After Glow Party at the Ace Hotel and Spa: Late night snacks and drinks until 2 AM Sunday 2/14: click here for details… *10th Annual PS Modernism Show, 11 AM – 5 PM *Double Decker Bus Tours, 9 AM & 1 PM *The Racquet Club Estates Neighborhood Homes Tour, 10 AM – 2 PM *VDL Research House, Richard Neutra’s Studio and Residence, Lecture Hall, Palm Springs Art Museum, 11 AM, 1 PM and 3 PM *Shag Book Signing, Starlite Lounge at the Riviera Resort & Spa, 11 AM – 1:30 PM *World Premiere – The Architecture and Design Film Series in Partnership with Design Onscreen: William Krisel, Architect, 7:30 PM *After movie party at TRIO restaurant, 707 N. Palm Canyon Dr. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and cash bar, 9:30 PM Monday 2/15: click here for details…   *Frey ll House Tours , 8:30 AM – 5 PM *Double Decker Bus Tours, 9 AM & 1 PM *PS Historical Society presents: Helen Mawby and the Chi Chi Era and Beyond, 2 PM *Orbit In Reception: Photographer Dan Chavkin, 5 – 7 PM *The Architecture and Design Film Series in Partnership with Design Onscreen: Desert Utopia: Mid-century Architecture in Palm Springs, 7:30 PM Tuesday 2/16: click here for details…  *Frey ll House Tours, 8:30 AM – 5 PM *Double Decker Bus Tours, 9 AM & 1 PM *The Architecture and Design Film Series in Partnership with Design Onscreen: Ray Kappe: California Modern Master Forty Years of Modular Evolution & Philip Johnson, Diary of an Eccentric Architect, 10 AM *Lecture by Bill Butler on Albert Frey, 2 PM Wednesday 2/17: click here for details…*Slide Lecture: Lost, Saved and Endangered: Modernist Architecture in Palm Springs, 8:30 AM – 10 AM *Frey ll House Tours , 8:30 AM – 5 PM *Vintage Car Show, Camelot Theatre Parking Lot, 1 – 4 PM *MW Art Walk at the Backstreet Art District, 6 – 9 PM *The Architecture and Design Film Series in Partnership with Design Onscreen: Visual Acoustics, the Modernism of Julius Shulman, 7:30 PM Thursday 2/18: click here for details… *House tour of Frank Sinatra’s Twin Palms Estate, 10:30 AM – 2 PM *An Evening with Chef Johny Vee and Victoria Price, 6 PM *Michael H. Lord Gallery artist reception: Architectural Photographer Leland Y. Lee, 7- 9 pm (Exhibit runs 2/12 – 3/13) Friday 2/19: click here for details…*The Architecture and Design Film Series in Partnership with Design Onscreen: Rem Koolhaas: A Kind of Architect, 10 AM *Vintage Airstream and Trailer Show, exterior viewing begins 4 PM Retro t-shirts by Vintage Roadside available *Lecture by Frank Escher at the Palm Springs Art Museum, 5:30 PM (Museum members only) *Opening of the Lautner Exhibition at the PS Art Museum, 5:30 PM (Museum members only) *PS Preservation Foundation Retro Martini Party, 5 PM – 8 PM *Charles Phoenix Retro Slide Show, 6:30 – 9 PM Saturday 2/20: click here for details… *Lautner Symposium, sponsored by the Architecture & Design Council of the Palm Springs Art Museum, 9 AM- 6 PM *Vintage Airstream and Trailer Show, interior tours, 10 AM, Noon & 2 PM Retro t-shirts by Vintage Roadside available, Bruce Littlefield Book Signing, 10 AM – 3 PM *Book signing, Orlando Diaz-Azcuy for the book by Diane Dorrans Saeks, 3 – 5 PM *Modern Mosaics New Showroom Opening, 320 North Palm Canyon, cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, gift certificates give-away, 4 – 7 PM *Vintage Fashion Show, Grand Zoso Ballroom, Hotel Zoso, 6 PM – 8 PM *Movie Night, The Ace Hotel & Swim Club, 8:30 PM Sunday 2/21: click here for details…*Lecture by Bill Stern on Architectural Pottery, 11 AM *Booksigning at Just Fabulous, Noon – 2 pm *Vintage Airstream and Trailer Show, exterior viewing closes, 2 PM Retro t-shirts by Vintage Roadside available *Celebrity Home Tour with wine & cheese reception at Liz Taylor, 1 – 6 PM *Modernism Week Closing Party at the sidebar lounge, The Riviera, 6 – 9 PM

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Palm Springs welcomes a weekend celebrating the Body, Mind and Spirit

Posted on Sep 28, 2009 by Paul Kaplan

Cleanse your mind and soul in Palm Springs!

A weekend full of inspiration, enlightenment and fun at the 2nd Annual event is planned for Oct 2-4, 2009!
Palm Springs Body Mind Spirit Celebration in downtown Palm Springs. Workshops, music, fun. Come for a class, a day, a weekend.

The Event will be held at the Hyatt in downtown Palm Springs.  Interest? please click here for more information 

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Palm Springs – upcoming Fall Events

Posted on Aug 31, 2009 by Paul Kaplan

During the next several months, Palm Springs will host several signature events including a film festival, a motorcycle event, a classic car show, Pride Weekend and the annual Festival of Lights Parade.

 Cinema Diverse

Date: September 24-27, 2009

Location: Camelot Theatres, 2300 E. Baristo Road in Palm Springs

Fee Range: $11 for screenings; Passes $45-$160; Special Events additional

Information: (760) 325-6565 www.cinemadiverse.org

Description: Film programs, including features, documentaries and shorts that showcase the best in LGBT filmmaking.

 

American Heat Bike Weekend

Date: October 16-18, 2009

Location: Downtown Palm Springs

Fee Range: Free to public

Information: 775-329-7469 www.road-shows.com

Description: Thousands of motorcycles, live entertainment and vendors along Palm Canyon Drive in downtown Palm Springs.

 

Palm Springs Pride Weekend

Dates: November 7-8, 2009

Location: Palm Springs Stadium and downtown

Times: 11/7: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.; 11/8: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Parade begins at 10 a.m. in downtown

Fee Range: $15.00 for one-day pass; $20.00 for two-day pass 

Information: (760) 416-8711 www.pspride.org

Description: One of the largest gay pride celebrations including parade, vendors, etc.

 

 

 

City of Palm Springs Veterans Day Parade

Date: November 11, 2009

Location: Palm Canyon Drive 

Time: 3:30 p.m.

Fee: Free to public

Information: (760) 323-8272 www.ci.palm-springs.ca.us 

Description: Annual event begins at 3:30 p.m. pays tribute to all those who have served our country in the Armed Forces. Immediately following the parade is a post-parade concert and fireworks display at the intersection of Amado and Palm Canyon.  

 

McCormick’s Classic Car Show and Auction #47

Dates: November 20-22, 2009

Location: Spa Resort Casino, 401 E. Amado Road, Palm Springs

Information: (760) 320-3290 www.classic-carauction.com

Times: Begins at 4 p.m. on 11/20; Gates open at 8 a.m. on 11/21 & 11/22

Fee Range: Free on 11/20; 11/21 & 11/22: General admission is $10 per day or $15 for both days

Description: 500 classic, sports, antique and special interest autos are sold across the Auction block during the 3 days. Also a free car show of another 200 cars is held on Saturday.

 

Festival of Lights Parade

Date: December 5, 2009

Location: Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs

Information: (760) 325-5749 www.paradesofpalmsprings.com

Time: 5:45 p.m.

Fee: Free to public

Description: The annual Palm Springs Festival of Lights Parade beginning at 5:45 featuring lighted floats, equestrians, bands, autos, and celebrities.

Walk of the Inns

Date: December 10, 2009

Location: Palm Springs

Time: 5:00 p.m.

Fee: Free to public

Information: (800) 347-7746 www.VisitPalmSprings.com

Description: A walking tour of the historic, boutique and small inns in downtown Palm Springs. Maps can be picked up at the Palm Springs Art Museum or any of the participating properties.

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