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Embracing the mystery of an artist’s life, Shockley lands featured role in Rancho Mirage weekend event

By Cat Makino ● Rancho Mirage ● October 31, 2022 October 31, 2022

Tim Shockley is one of 33 artists who can be found at the Festival of Arts at Rancho Mirage. Two from the valley will be featured. The event runs Nov. 5 and 6.

Kitschy, kooky, and cool: Local couple has chronicled it all, collected it on website

By Cat Makino ● The Valley ● October 18, 2022 October 18, 2022

Ready for a weekend adventure or just curious about what you see as you trek throughout the Coachella Valley? Jane and Grant Guy have you covered.

Competition for influence over Vista Santa Rosa may end in bit of a draw

By Cat Makino ● La Quinta ● September 6, 2022 September 22, 2022

Both Coachella and La Quinta want to have some control over county land they share a border with. A recent move by Coachella may help solve the issue.

Philharmonic Society aims to help take sting out of cost of performing arts for valley youth

By Cat Makino ● The Valley ● September 3, 2022 September 13, 2022

Through the Coachella Valley Philharmonic Society, a collection of world-class musicians is helping raise funds for area youth interested in the performing arts.

Why was Elvis all shook up? Indio resident has theory

By Cat Makino ● Indio ● August 31, 2022 August 31, 2022

Elvis Presley was banned from making TV appearances because of his “wild” antics on The Milton Berle Show in June 1956. But why did he act that way?

From tragedy comes purpose: Benefit concert aims to address valley vet shortage

By Cat Makino ● The Valley ● August 26, 2022 August 26, 2022

A non-profit dedicated to educating the public about the danger pets face from predators is getting help from some local icons to solve a daunting issue.

Tiny gallery leaves big impression, helps promote creative community

By Cat Makino ● Cathedral City ● August 18, 2022 August 18, 2022

Free Little Art Galleries are a trend spreading across the country in neighborhoods and communities. The concept is like a free library, but instead of books, miniature art is shared with residents.

Valley choral group provides ‘a special kind of magic’

By Cat Makino ● The Valley ● July 31, 2022 August 8, 2022

A local group formed just prior to the start of the pandemic — Coachella Acappella — is filling the valley with music, using only themselves as instruments.

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