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W E E K L Y Friday, March 18, 2016 Vol. 9 No. 23 desert STAR The Coachella Valley Number ‘One’ Desert Local Newspaper By Jack Lyons Theatre and Film Critic Personal stories are always powerful, inspirational and complex, as are we the humans upon which they’re based. We are not perfect, but we all strive, or should, for reaching our full potential as humans and all that this implies. Movies and television have the director as auteur along with an army of technicians. The live stage, however, is the medium and province of the actor. Grand and significant ideas come alive when performed by live actors. The connection between actor and audience is instantaneous. It can be both breathtaking and mesmerizing; it is often transformative on the part of the audience. Those are powerful components that make an evening spent in the theatre well worth the effort. CV REP Artistic Director and founder Ron Celona once again brings a potent and compelling production to Rancho Mirage audiences. This time it’s a production of playwright Doug Wright’s Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning drama “I Am My Own Wife”, performed by gifted New York City- based actor Vince Gatton. Gatton portrays a mind- blowing 35 characters in a brilliant tour de force performance, speaking and translating as he goes in English, German, and French. It’s an astonishing accomplishment by an actor. Playwright Doug Wright, when asked why he chose to craft his play about Germany’s famous transvestite Charlotte von Mahlsdorf, along with her memories, diaries and comments from others during the German Weimar days, says that it is only fitting for a single actor to play all 35 roles. His ‘raison d’etre’ reply was “Charlotte had to adopt Continues on Page 7 PRESORTED STANDARD US POSTAGE PAID Desert Hot Springs, CA PERMIT NO 00005 Story and Photos by Pat Krause The 6th Annual Warburton Celebrity Golf, Music, Run event was held at the JW Marriott Desert Springs & Classic Club golf course. They started with a 5K run over the weekend. This is a 4-day event that includes a party with Songwriters and a dinner on Thursday night the 10th. A pairings Party on Friday the 11th includes the pairings and another dinner. Later on Friday night, the 11th was the Celebrity Jam Session that is really a Jam Session. The Jam is an intimate setting where guests can get close to the stage to see all their favorite singers and musicians. The party gets rocking early with the Sixwire Band starting off the JAM. This event has taken on a new mantle where participants can run, play golf, have several dinners, attend a songwriters party, a JAM session of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Musicians and attend a Gala with more celebrity entertainment and get up close and personal with the celebrities. And all this while supporting and benefitting a worthwhile charity like St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Patrick Warburton and Clarke Rheney have made this a first class event in the Desert. Over a dozen board members helped put this classy event on for 6 years that continues to grow each year. The entertainers at the JAM were singers, Dave Brock, Kim Carnes, Micky Dolenz-The Monkees, John Elefante-Kansas, Robin Mead- TV host, Jesse Valenzuela and Robin Williams-Gin Blossoms accompanied by Sixwire thru the entire night. Other singers and guitarists were Jeff Baxter- Steely Dan, Don Felder-Eagles, Tom Johnson-The Doobie Brothers, Robby Krieger- Doors, Tommy Thayer-Kiss, Mike Mills-REM, With Phil Chen-bassist-Doors and The Warburton Celebrity Jam & Golf “I Am My Own Wife” Clark Rheney, Founder-Patrick Warburton and Jim McMahon. Photo by Pat Krause Frank Sinatra Jr., son of the legendary performer Frank Sinatra dies of Cardiac Arrest on tour in Florida, he was 72. Continues on Page 7 Acclaimed drama debuts at CV Rep Theatre, in Rancho Mirage, California through March 27, 2016

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W E E K L Y Friday, March 18, 2016 Vol. 9 No. 23

desertSTARThe Coachella Valley Number ‘One’ Desert Local Newspaper

By Jack LyonsTheatre and Film Critic

Personal stories are always powerful,

inspirational and complex, as are we the humans upon which they’re based. We are not perfect, but we all strive, or should, for reaching our full potential as humans

and all that this implies.Movies and television have

the director as auteur along with an army of technicians. The live stage, however, is the medium and province of the actor. Grand and significant ideas come alive when performed by live actors. The connection between actor and audience is instantaneous. It can be both breathtaking and mesmerizing; it is often

transformative on the part of the audience. Those are powerful components that make an evening spent in the theatre well worth the effort.

CV REP Artistic Director and founder Ron Celona once again brings a potent and compelling production to Rancho Mirage audiences. This time it’s a production of playwright Doug Wright’s Pulitzer Prize and Tony

Award-winning drama “I Am My Own Wife”, performed by gifted New York City-based actor Vince Gatton.

Gatton portrays a mind-blowing 35 characters in a brilliant tour de force performance, speaking and translating as he goes in English, German, and French. It’s an astonishing accomplishment by an actor.

Playwright Doug Wright,

when asked why he chose to craft his play about Germany’s famous transvestite Charlotte von Mahlsdorf, along with her memories, diaries and comments from others during the German Weimar days, says that it is only fitting for a single actor to play all 35 roles. His ‘raison d’etre’ reply was “Charlotte had to adopt

Continues on Page 7

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Story and Photos by Pat KrauseThe 6th Annual Warburton

Celebrity Golf, Music, Run event was held at the JW Marriott Desert Springs & Classic Club golf course. They started with a 5K run over the weekend. This is a 4-day event that includes a party with Songwriters and a dinner on Thursday night the 10th. A pairings Party on Friday the 11th includes the pairings and another dinner. Later on Friday night, the 11th was the Celebrity Jam Session that is really a Jam Session. The Jam is an intimate setting where guests can get close to the stage to see all their favorite singers

and musicians. The party gets rocking early with the Sixwire Band starting off the JAM.

This event has taken on a new mantle where participants can run, play golf, have several dinners, attend a songwriters party, a JAM session of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Musicians and attend a Gala with more celebrity entertainment and get up close and personal with the celebrities. And all this while supporting and benefitting a worthwhile charity like St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Patrick Warburton and Clarke Rheney have made this a first class event in the Desert. Over a dozen board members

helped put this classy event on for 6 years that continues to grow each year.

The entertainers at the JAM were singers, Dave Brock, Kim Carnes, Micky Dolenz-The Monkees, John Elefante-Kansas, Robin Mead-TV host, Jesse Valenzuela and Robin Williams-Gin Blossoms accompanied by Sixwire thru the entire night. Other singers and guitarists were Jeff Baxter-Steely Dan, Don Felder-Eagles,

Tom Johnson-The Doobie Brothers, Robby Krieger-Doors, Tommy Thayer-Kiss,

Mike Mills-REM, With Phil Chen-bassist-Doors and

The Warburton Celebrity Jam & Golf

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Clark Rheney, Founder-Patrick Warburton and Jim McMahon. Photo by Pat Krause

Frank Sinatra Jr., son of the legendary performer Frank Sinatra dies of Cardiac Arrest on tour in Florida, he was 72.

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Acclaimed drama debuts at CV Rep Theatre, in Rancho Mirage, California through March 27, 2016

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By Pam PriceVisiting the Museum

of History in Granite in the extraordinary town of Felicity,

CA in Imperial County, off Interstate 8 at Exit 164 just a few miles from Yuma, AZ is paradise for history fans.

Founded by Jacques - Andre and Felicia Istel, the museum was officially “created by law in March 1986.” There’s no front door and there are no galleries requiring security guards. This is a museum unlike any other in America, size and content wise.

And it is worth the drive, no matter where you began your journey. Don’t look for neon lights; the museum is more a mirage rising from the sand dunes. Look up! A 25 foot high sculpture marks the entrance; you have arrived at a museum home to 467 granite “panels” , the rectangular shaped weigh 477 lbs., the triangular, 351 lbs. When you see one of the largest souvenirs of the Eiffel Tower, Mr. Istel explained it is actually part of a stairway from the original Eiffel Tower. This unique welcome to a museum celebrating world history with every footstep. And it starts when you enter a pyramid which Mr. Istel says symbolizes “The Center of the Universe”. A tour guide is on hand to explain the mystery. “ Mr. Istel presents his unconventional chronicle of history bigger than life,” said photographer Timmy

Shulman Woods as she captured the engraved and etched granite monuments. “This is the most monumental library I’ve ever seen, there’s nothing to compare it to,” she remarked as she carefully read monuments from conventional coverage such as “The Mayflower and the Plymouth Colony “ to “From the Annals of Crime in America” and “Coping with Terrorism”. The granite “pages” are impressive in diversity and dramatic in design. We met visitors from Ireland, France and China during our tour, our tour guide was from New Hampshire. “The educational value of The Museum of History in Granite leaves an impression on students,” remarked a high school history teacher during our informal tour.

“This exhibit goes beyond a textbook. The dedication of the History of California opens on March 19th , Saturday with a full day of activities.” According to Mr. Istel a granite monument will presented to The State of California The Museum of History Granite has a “monumental” event planned for this special day starting at 10 AM with a “Service

of Remembrance” followed by a live demonstration , Pioneers of Parachuting, from 11 AM to 3 PM. The 4 PM dedication of the Granite Monument, History of California follows. History buffs will find the entire day, which concludes with The Great California Cake Fest benefitting the Imperial Valley and Yuma, AZ Food Banks follows at 4:30 PM a historical journey in itself.

“The 100 foot granite monuments are designed to last 4,000 years,” said Mr. Istel adding the Museum is now an official candidate as a World Heritage Site. The eclectic monuments present a dramatic revue of history, created and curate with pages in granite. Mr. Istel refers to his latest eighteen monuments, Literacy for the Millennia, justifiably, with pride.

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Story and Photos by Pat KrauseACT for MS held its

Spring Fundraiser, Sunday Night Fever, on March 6th at the Renaissance Indian Wells Resort and Spa. The Event honored two very well known philanthropists and deserving people. Harold Matzner was honored for his support of ACT for MS and so many other charities in the Desert. Matzner is an entrepreneur, Humanitarian and Philanthropist and is the owner of one of the finest restaurants in the Coachella Valley, Spencer’s. He has served on many boards, chaired many events, Donates his time and money abundantly. He chairs the Palm Springs

International Film Festival and has made it what it is today- a world-renowned event.

Gloria Greer passed away recently from cancer but was a driving force in all she did. She founded ACT for MS after her daughter Norma was diagnosed with the Disease. She hosted many TV shows, had her own magazine, Sand to Sea, was the main diva for the social scene in Palm Springs Life magazine and has had a life long association with so many local charities. Her involvement in the social life and arts as a journalist is well known by all who knew her for

over 25 years. Her smile is legendary and is sorely missed. Matzner gave a glowing tribute to her, as he was a dear friend until her death. The honor she was given was well deserved as she spent years raising money for this and other causes.

Jim Fitz Fitzgerald served as Emcee honoring Matzner and Greer, The fun cocktail party had guests dressing up in the era of Sunday Night Fever. Guests were given flashing light bulb necklaces

and sunglasses to enhance their outfits. Photos were taken and distributed before guests left. There was a live auction that raised even more money for the charity. Co-chairs were Nancy Stone and Marc Byrd. After dinner, the guests danced the night away to the sounds of Grammy Award winner, The

Latin Crooners. ACT for MS President Suz Hunt spoke to the guests. ACT for MS has a goal to make MS patients live longer thru Strength Training, Therapy, Yoga and Water Aerobics. This charity is there for anyone suffering from the disabilities from MS.

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Story and Photos by Pat KrauseThe Art Museum

Associates Council held its, Once Upon A Time-In The Land Of Art, Gala on March 12th. The Palm Springs Art Museum was turned into a magical land where women

dressed as butterflies walked around thru the guests. Guests walked down the ramp to have their photos taken before heading down for the refreshments. The cocktail hour was outside in the patio area of the Museum.

The guests were told to head to the Museum’s Annenberg Theatre to see a fun filled cabaret style performance with singers and violinists. Gary Hall and Gary Schahet said that their co-chairs were Barbara and Gene Berlanti, Jerry Green and Phyllis Schahet and it took a lot of donors, underwriters and volunteers to put on this Extravaganza Style Gala.

John Barrowman took to the stage singing some of his favorite songs. He said he loved the Desert so much he bought 3 homes here, one for his parents that were in the audience. He does a lot of performing in the UK and is known here for Arrow and Torchwood shows. Barrowman brought Broadway star Sally

Ann Triplett on stage for a duet before she sang a few songs solo. The other performers were, Wellstrung, which is made up of 3 violinists and a cello player that sing and play in a unique style. The audience loved each and every performance.

The guests were ushered upstairs into the main lobby area for an elegant dinner. The table decorations and the cloth draped ceiling and walls were beautifully done. The food was prepared so grand that you almost didn’t want to destroy the beauty by eating it. This fairytale evening is one to remember. A special Celebrity guest for the night was the famous Minnie Driver. Dancing followed this spectacular dinner for a magical night in Wonderland. They announced they had raised over $750,000 to support all the Museum’s programs.

Neville Wakefield, Steven Nash and Actress, Minnie Driver. Photo by Pat Krause

Lady Butterflies. Photo by Pat Krause

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Gary Hall, Fairy queen and singer-John Barrowman. Photo by Pat Krause

Jim “Fitz” Fitzgerald, Marc Byrd, Nancy Stone and Honoree Harold Matzner. Photo by Pat Krause

Patty Newman, Rhonda and Ray Smith and Nelda Linsk. Photo by Pat Krause

Tristan Milanovich, Norma Greer Fishkind and Millissa Milanovich. Photo by Pat Krause

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“BLOOD” - Japanese Tainted Blood Scandal - A Comedic Political Thriller With Music

After sitting through some unsatisfying evenings of theatre, every once in a while I see a production that leaves me emotionally moved, reminding me of why I love the potential magic of theatre. Last year it was the stunning production of “Spring Awakening” by Deaf West Theatre, which went on to New York. Right up there is the brilliant production of the world premiere of “BLOOD,” produced by the newly formed company, The Garage, and currently on stage at The Complex.

Award-winning director extraordinaire Robert Allan Ackerman collaborated with a group of very talented young actors, work shopping the source material, which evolved into this riveting, highly stylized political thriller with fabulous original music and songs by Nick Ackerman and Chris Cester. The sound design by Joseph “Sloe” Slawinski often is a comedic counterbalance to the unfolding drama. The story, part fact

and part fiction, revolves around a scandal in Japan that most Americans never heard of. In the early 1980s an American pharmaceutical company knowingly sold HIV infected blood to Japan with instructions to heat the blood, which would supposedly destroy the virus. The Ministry of Health claimed that Japanese blood was immune to the virus and refused to issue orders to heat the blood. Subsequently, it was distributed to many hospitals, causing the deaths of 2,000 people, predominantly hemophiliacs, who contracted AIDS.

The play begins in the tradition of Kubuki Theatre, where the rapid clapping of two hardwood sticks called clappers,(hyoshigi) played by Taishin Takibayashi, signals the start of the play. They were sounded again at the beginning of Act II. We are introduced to a Jewish-American free-lance journalist named Jules, well played by Alexa Hamilton, who has returned to Japan following the death of her nine-year-old

son Noah who was killed in a freak car accident. She is good friends with a former student named Ken (Takuma Anzai) who becomes ill following a series of transfusions and

subsequently dies. The hospital, which has assigned numbers instead of names to their HIV patients, refuses to do an autopsy, which sets in motion her pursuit of the truth of what killed her young friend. Even as more and more people begin to die from AIDS, none of the victims’ families come forward. They are ashamed and don’t want to cause any trouble. There is also the inherent respect for authorities, which further impacts on their reluctance to confront the government’s decision to not purify the blood. Deaths are spreading throughout the country and hospitals are involved in the cover-up.

Eventually, Yoji Kurosawa a young Korean attorney, nicely portrayed by Sohee Park, reluctantly begins to work with Jules. They enlist the assistance of Eiko Asami, sensitively portrayed by Kazumi Aihara. She is a nurse in one of the hospitals and although her safety is at risk, agrees to

secretly help them tell the truth about all the deaths. As time goes by, Koyo Ninomiya, a nine-year-old boy played by a female (Miho Ando) contracts AIDS and thinking that his illness is a death sentence, he just wants an apology from the government for what it did to him. The performance of this young woman as an AIDS victim is quite stirring.* After years of stonewalling by Dr. Kazama, head of the Ministry of Health, played by a fascinating Toshi Toda, he finally humbles himself and gives the young man the apology he has been seeking.

Lest you think this is a “heavy” play, the creative staging by Ackerman results in an entertaining interpretation of a difficult subject. For example, in between the straight serious narrative, there are superb production numbers, incorporating various styles of theatre, which are

perfectly executed by this gifted ensemble. There are musical jokes with some lyrics spoken in rhyme. The director’s comprehensive understanding of theatricality equipped him to incorporate different genres from Rap and Kabuki, to the frenetic movements of the Keystone Cops, the Marx Brothers, and moments straight out of Gilbert & Sullivan. In the hands of a less skilled director, it could have resulted in a series of disconnected scenes, but instead, the varieties of styles seamlessly blend between harsh reality and satire.

The rest of this amazing ensemble includes Mika Santoh, who, wearing a traditional kimono, plays the devoted, caring wife of Dr. Kazama. Other members, each of who play multiple roles, including the zany singing and dancing ministers, are Michael Joseph, Anthony Gros, Takaaki Hirakawa, Andrew Nakajima, and Daryl L. Padilla whose rubber facial expressions

are most amusing. Some of the songs performed by the ensemble include, “Japan/America,” “We Ain’t Got AIDS in Japan,” “We’re the Ministers of Nippon,” and “Caught With Fingers in the Jar.”

In keeping with his vision and staying within a very limited budget, Ackerman’s technical team, working within the confines of a small space, put together more than adequate visual elements. Three red screens are moved around the stage to create a different location and also service the haunting projection design by Hana S. Kim, including some powerful special effects. Wendell C. Carmichael clothed some of the actors in fabulous authentic Kabuki costumes, while Donny Jackson blanketed the stage with glorious colors. Special kudos to design consultant Dona Granata and vocal coach Bob Garrett, whose musical work with

the actors achieved a highly professional performance.

This profound subject matter in the hands of a less skilled director and ensemble could be in danger of becoming diatribe, which is not theatrically interesting. Instead, Ackerman and his company have created an evening of unforgettable theatre and in my opinion, this production should be Broadway bound.

*This character is based on a real person who actually survived AIDS and is now a minister in the Japanese Parliament.

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One of the production numbers with Takaaki Hirakawa, Mika Santoh, Michael Joseph, Miho Ando (center), Ash Ashina, and Takuma Anzai. Photo by Ed Krieger

The ensemble as the Ministers of Japan. Photo by Ed Krieger

Toshi Toda as Dr. Kazama, head of the Ministry of Health with his wife, played by Mika Santoh. Photo by Ed Krieger

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‘Strangers’ on Stage’--‘Bridge of Spies’ on DVD

Story and Photos by Pat KrauseBNP Paribas Tennis

Championship waited 15 years for the return of Venus and Serena Williams together. Serena Williams returned last year to a very welcoming crowd that made her feel like coming back again this year. Serena had to quit early last year because of an injury but came back this year to try to get another win here. Venus came back because of the welcome Serena got last year. I am sure she was also apprehensive about the return after so many years. Venus was welcomed with cheers and clapping and she looked like she was so happy as she put her hands on her heart in response to the cheers and waved to

the crowds that cheered her on during the match.

Unfortunately, Venus lost her first match that ended her stay in the Desert. She lost to a very short Japanese girl named Kurumi Nara. It looked a little like Mutt and Jeff, as Venus is very tall. Venus came out with her upper leg heavily taped. They started the match and it didn’t get far when the raindrops came and everyone ran for cover.

The rain wasn’t very heavy but it took almost an hour to dry the court for play. This probably took the momentum away from the match.

Friday Night was the Salute to our troops and starts before

the night game. Serena won her match Friday night and continued on to try for that magical win. The afternoon doubles match with contenders John Isner and Milos Raonic was exciting and lasted all three

sets with a tiebreaker to make it more thrilling. They ended up beating Andy Murray and Colin Fleming. I am looking forward to more matches between the top contenders in tennis.

“Sex With Strangers,” written by Laura Eason, is set in a bed and breakfast in rural Michigan in Act I, and in Olivia’s Chicago apartment in Act II. As the play opens Olivia (Rebecca Pidgeon) is curled up on the couch reading proof sheets of her latest manuscript. This marks her second book, which may never be published because she is still shell shocked from the critical reception for her first novel

She is totally snowed-in; in the now deserted B & B. Suddenly, her silent world is jarred by the sounds of a car pulling up in the driveway, followed by a loud knock at the front door. At this point Ethan (Stephen Louis Grush) enters the scene. He is a brash young writer who, it turns out, is doing very well writing about his constant sexual exploits with women he picks up in bars each and every week. He then graphically details his brief, steamy encounters on the Internet. Classy, no, but successful--yes. In fact his book, based on his sexual prowess, is being made into a movie.

He is younger and far less polished than the educated, somewhat prim Olivia, but, it turns out, he has something to offer her besides his body.

It turns out that Ethan. A fan of Olivia’s failed first novel, wants her to publish it again, using a new name and a new book jacket. He is certain, with his help; she will gain the literary following and fame her unique, elegant style deserves. As Act I progresses he also tries to convince her to let him read her newest manuscript. He is certain he can restart her career using his digital age skills and his agent

Act one, like a romance novel, has plenty of sexual forays (tastefully done) and many trips to the bedroom. This coupling is coupled with conversations about writing, marketing and the importance of reaching out to the world with one‘s writing talents. But who is Ethan anyway? Is there more to him than his sexual blogs? And will Olivia face rejection yet again due to his seductive persuasion?

What is most interesting about Eason’s play is the

chance to learn more about who each character really is in their own mind. Is Olivia more than a timid writer unable to face rejection? Would she rather face obscurity rather than possible failure. And is the brash sensual Ethan capable of writing a novel of substance? Is he more than the lowbrow lover he projects on line in his crass, but successful blog? And is there is a future for this odd couple?

The first act seems overly long and the set changes could use more innovation as we shift from the B & B in Michigan to Olivia‘s Chicago digs. The couch, for example, would have looked different with a colorful spread and pillows as well as different floor lamp. The set changes, as of now, are kind of like déjà vu all over again..

“Sex With Strangers,: at the Geffen Playhouse, 10866Le Conte Ave, Los Angeles (Westwood). Ends April 10. For tickets and info: (310) 208-5454. Or online at geffenplayhouse.com. Running time: 2 hours.

••••••••••••••New on DVD: “Bridge

of Spies,” directed by Steven Spielberg. was one of eight films nominated in the Best Picture category this year. It deals with a very compelling drama from the Cold War era in which Jim Donovan (Tom Hanks) is asked to defend a Soviet spy, Rudolph Abel, played by Mark Rylance who took home the gold for his subtle performance. The film, based on true events. takes us back in time to a frigid relationship between not only the United States and the Soviet Union, but with East Germany as well.

Donovan is skilled at what he is asked to do and though Abel is convicted as a spy, his life is spared. Later the government sends Donovan to Germany to negotiate a spy exchange with the Soviet Union--Abel for downed U2 pilot Frances Gary Powers. The negotiations are complicated by an incident in East Germany when a young American graduate student studying in Berlin is inadvertently captured by police as the Berlin wall is being erected. Donovan, against CIA advice, is determined to

free the student and Powers in the upcoming swap. The compelling screenplay, written by Matt Charman and Ethan and Joel Coen was also nominated in the Best original Screenplay category.

“Bridge of Spies” DVD extras: “U-2 Spy Plane: Beale Air Force Base” showcases spectacular footage shot at the Beale Air Force Base of the U-2 plane and the scene where Powers and other pilots are instructed about their spying mission, including a cameo appearance in the film by Francis Gary Powers’ son, Gary Powers Jr.

“Spy Swap: Looking Back on the Final Act”: Spielberg and his team stage the pivotal scene of the film at Glienicke Bridge, the very same location where the historic exchange of Soviet spy Rudolf Abel and U-2 spy plane pilot Francis Gary Powers took place.

“Berlin 1961: Recreating The Divide”: A mix of behind-the-scenes footage with iconic archival imagery transports viewers to another place and time as the filmmakers construct the Berlin Wall, envision what it was like to cross through Checkpoint Charlie, and re-create the divide.

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Venus Williams

Venus Williams. Photo by Pat Krause Kurumi Nara. Photo by Pat Krause

Stephen Louis Grush and Rebecca Pidgeon. Photo by Michael Lamont.

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ES-TATE OF: CHLOE MAXWELL AKA CHLOE W. MAXWELL CASE NO. INP1600127 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of CHLOE MAXWELL AKA CHLOE W. MAXWELL. A PETITION FOR PRO-BATE has been filed by SHERRY MARIE DUPONT in the Superior Court of California, County of RIV-ERSIDE. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that SHERRY MARIE DUPONT be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are avail-able for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act . (This authority will allow the per-sonal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The inde-pendent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 04/07/16 at 8:45AM in Dept. 1A located at 46-200 OASIS STREET, INDIO, CA 92201. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general per-sonal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledge-able in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: DARLYNN MORGAN, ESQ. MORGAN LAW GROUP 1500 QUAIL ST., #540 NEWPORT BEACH CA 926603/16, 3/18, 3/23/16 CNS-2857282# DESERT STAR WEEKLY. Pub 3/16, 3/18, 3/23/2016 DSW16-1072SUMMONS (Family Law) NOTICE TO RESPON-DENT (Name): JARRELL D. DAVIS AVISO AL DEMANDADO (Nombre): You have been sued. Read the information below and on the next page. Lo han demandado. Lea Ia informacion a continuacion y en Ia pagina slguiente. Petitioner’s name is: MARGARETTE M. MOW Nombre del demandante: Case Number (Numero De Caso): FAMRS 1400361 You have 30 calendar days after this Summons and Petition are served on you to file a Response (form FL-120) at the court and have a copy served on the petitioner. A letter, phone call, or court appearance will not protect you. If you do not file your Response on time, the court may make orders affecting your marriage or domestic partnership, your property,

and custody of your children. You may be ordered to pay support and attorney fees and costs. For legal advice, contact a lawyer immediately. Get help finding a lawyer at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courts.ca.gov/selfhelp}, at the California Legal Services website (www lawhelpca org), or by contacting your local county bar association. Tiene 30 dias de calendario despues de haber recibido Ia entrega legal de esta Citacion y Peticion para presentar una Respuesta (formulario fl=120) ante Ia corte y efectuar Ia entrega legal de una copia at (le-mandante. Una carla o flamada telefonica o una audiencia de Ia corte no basta para protegerlo. Sino presenta su Respuesta a tiempo, Ia corte puede dar .ordenes que afecten su matrimonio o pareja de hecho, sus bienes y Ia custodia de sus hijos. La corte tambien le puede ordenar que pague manutencion, y honorarios y costas legales. Para asesoramiento legal, pongase en contacto de inmediato con un abogado. Puede obtener informacion para encontrar un abogado en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en e/ sitio web de los Ser-vicios Legales de California (o poniendose en con-tacto con el colegio de abogados de su condado. NOTICE-RESTRAINING ORDERS ARE ON PAGE 2: These restraining orders are effective against both spouses or domestic partners until the peti-tion is dismissed, a judgment is entered, or the court makes further orders. They are enforceable anywhere in California by any law enforcement officer who has received or seen a copy of them. AVISO-LAS ORDENES DE RESTRICC/ON SE ENCUENTRAN EN LA PAGINA 2: Las ordenes de restriccion estan en vigencia en cuanto a ambos conyuges o miembros de Ia pareja de hecho hasta que se despida Ia peticion, se emita un faflo o Ia corte de otras ordenes. Cualquier agencia del arden publico que haya recibido o vista una copia de estas ordenes puede hacerlas acatar en cua/quier Iugar de California. FEE WAIVER:If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form. The court may order you to pay back all or part of the fees and costs that the court waived for you or the other party. EXENCION DE CUOTAS: Sino puede pagar Ia cuota de presentacion, pida a/ secretario un formulario de exencion de cuotas. La corte puede ordenar que usted pague, ya sea en parte o par completo, las cuotas y costas de Ia corte previamente exentos a peticion de usted ode Ia otra parte. The name and address of the court Superior Court of CA, 351 N. Arrowhead Ave, San Bernardino, CA 92415. The name, address, and telephone number of the petitioner’s attorney, or the petitioner without an attorney, are: (El nombre, la direccion y el numero de telefono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Margarette Mow 8146 Arrow Route, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730. Pub February 26, March 4, 11, 18, 2016. DSW16-0051FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS:POSITIVE SOCIETY 3585 MAIN STREET, SUITE 210, RIVERSIDE, CA 92501. Riv-erside County. Mailing Address: 5225 CANYON CREST DR, 71-247, RIVERSIDE, CA 92507. Full name of registrant: DANIEL ALEJANDRO TOR-RES MARTINEZ 1429 HADDINGTON DR, RIV-ERSIDE, CA 92507. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 1-7-16. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: DANIEL ALEJANDRO TORRES MARTINEZ. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 22, 2016. Peter Aldana Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201602204 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATE-MENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTI-TIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Pub March 18, 25, April 1, 8, 2016. DSW16-0059FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI-NESS AS: COBANO LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGA-TION 81331 THISTLE WAY, INDIO, CA 92201. Riv-erside County. Mailing Address: P.O. BOX 10030, INDIO, CA 92201 Full name of registrant: CO-BANO LANDSCAPE & IRRIGATION, INC. 81-331 THISTLE WAY, INDIO, CA 92201-CA Business is conducted by: CORPORATION. Registrant com-menced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 03/01/2003. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be

false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: ELSA FRANCO ESQUEDA, SECRETARY. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on March 1, 2016. Peter Aldana Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201602651NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATE-MENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTI-TIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Pub March 18, 25, April 1, 8, 2016. DSW16-0058FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI-NESS AS: AMAZING LASH 1 6080 HAMNER AVE SUITE 100, EASTVALE, CA 91752. Riverside County. Mailing Address: 15603 PISA LN, FON-TANA, CA 92336. Full name of registrant: ALS 1 LLC 6080 HAMNER AVE SUITE 100, EASTVALE, CA 91752-CA. Business is conducted by: LIMIT-ED LIABILITY COMPANY. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 6/2016. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and cor-rect. (A registrant, who declares as true, informa-tion which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: JUSTIN MICHAEL PERRY, MANAGING MEMBER. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on March 8, 2016. Peter Aldana Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201602980 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATE-MENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTI-TIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Pub March 18, 25, April 1, 8, 2016. DSW16-0057AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATE-MENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: SKY DENTAL LAB 30-877 DATE PALM DR., CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Riverside County. Mailing Address: P.O. BOX 2695, INDIO, CA 92201. Full name of registrant: MELVIN- -DIAZ 83608 LAPIS DR, COACHELLA, CA 92236. Business is conducted by: Individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: MELVIN DIAZ. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on November 12, 2015. Larry W. Ward, signed by Peter Aldana Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201512675 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATE-MENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub Nov 25, December 2, 9, 16, January 20, 27, Feb. 3, 10, March 18, 25, April 1, 8, 2016. DSW15-5268AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATE-MENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: LA MICHOACANA FA-MOUS ICE CREAM PARLOR 10261 ARLINGTON AVE, RIVERSIDE, CA 92503. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: MARIEBEL CARRILLO POSADAS 13727 PECAN PL., MORENO VALLEY, CA 92553. Business is conducted by: Individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: MARIBEL CARRILLO POSADAS .This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on December 18, 2015. Larry W. Ward, signed by Peter Aldana Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201514064 NOTICE — THIS FICTI-TIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FIL-ING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTI-TIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE

OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub January 15, 22, 29, Feb. 5, March 18, 25, April 1, 8, 2016. DSW16-0013AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: KONA ICE PALM SPRINGS 1478 N PALM CANYON DR, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262. Riverside County. Mailing Address: 3095 N CYPRESS RD, PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA 92262 Full name of registrant: BURACHATR- -AKKARAPORN 3095 N CYPRESS RD, PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA 92262. Business is conducted by: Individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: BURACH-ATR- -AKKARAPORN. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on January 12, 2016. Larry W. Ward, signed by Peter Aldana Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201600456NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FIC-TITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHO-RIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub January 20, 27, Feb. 3, 10, March 18, 25, April 1, 8, 2016. DSW16-1009AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATE-MENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: COCO RELAXATIONS 1299 GALLERIA AT TYLER STE 2124, RIVERSIDE, CA 92503. Riverside County. Mailing Address: 824 TANGERINE ST., CORONA, CA 92879 Full name of registrant: YING- -WANG 824 TANGERINE ST., CORONA, CA 92879. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 1/13/2016. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: YING- -WANG, OWNER. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on January 13, 2016. Peter Aldana Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201600465 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FIC-TITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHO-RIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Pub January 20, 27, February 3, 10, March 18, 25, April 1, 8, 2016. DSW16-1020AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: DHW MARKET-ING 35127 FLAMINGO WAY, WINCHESTER, CA 92596. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: GINA- -JOHNSON 35127 FLAMINGO WAY, WIN-CHESTER, CA 92596, ANTHONY TODD JOHN-SON 35127 FLAMINGO WAY, WINCHESTER, CA 92596. Business is conducted by: GENERAL PARTNERSHIP. Registrant commenced to trans-act business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on January 1, 2015. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: GINA- -JOHNSON. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on December 31, 2015. Peter Aldana Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201514479 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FIC-TITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHO-RIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Pub January 29, February 5, 12, 19, March 18, 25, April 1, 8, 2016. DSW16-0021FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: EGATE, LLC 2220 EASTRIDGE AVENUE SUITE D, RIVERSIDE, CA 92507. River-

side County. Full name of registrant: EGATE, LLC 2220 EASTRIDGE AVE. STE. D, RIVERSIDE, CA 92507-CALIFORNIA. Business is conducted by: LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. Registrant com-menced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 04/23/2004. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: PAUL H. SMITH, SR., MANAGING MEMEBER This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 5, 2016. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201601603 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATE-MENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTI-TIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Pub March 4, 11, 18, 25, 2016. DSW16-0054FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI-NESS AS: NORTHSTAR COMMUNICATIONS, LLC 2220 EASTRIDGE AVENUE SUITE D, RIV-ERSIDE, CA 92507. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: NORTHSTAR COMMUNICATIONS, LLC 2220 EASTRIDGE AVE. STE. D, RIVERSIDE, CA 92507. Business is conducted by: LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 04/14/2000. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: PAUL H. SMITH, SR., MANAGING MEMEBER This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 5, 2016. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201601602 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATE-MENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTI-TIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Pub Marcy 4, 11, 18, 25, 2016. DSW16-0053FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: IE, TAX, LLC 2220 EASTRIDGE AVENUE SUITE D, RIVERSIDE, CA 92507. River-side County. Full name of registrant: IE TAX, LLC 2220 EASTRIDGE AVE. STE. D, RIVERSIDE, CA 92507-CALIFORNIA. Business is conducted by: LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. Registrant com-menced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 02/01/2016. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: PAUL H. SMITH, SR., MANAGING MEMEBER This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 5, 2016. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201601601 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATE-MENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTI-TIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Pub Marcy 4, 11, 18, 25, 2016. DSW16-0052FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: GREEN PALM GROWERS 82-560 AIRPORT BLVD, THERMAL, CA 92274. River-side County. Full name of registrant: ANGELA GONZALEZ CLEMENTE 82560 AIRPORT BLVD, THERMAL, CA 92274. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL . Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 04/23/2015. (A registrant, who de-clares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: ANGELA GONZALEZ CLEMENTE. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on January 28, 2016. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201601177. NOTICE —THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Pub February 26, March 4, 11, 18, 2016. DSW16-0050FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI-NESS AS: TIMELESS FX 34835 FARM RD, WIL-DOMAR, CA 92595. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: KAREN MICHELLE CASE 34835 FARM RD, WILDOMAR, CA 92595. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above . (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: KAREN MICHELLE CASE. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 23, 2016. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201602276. NOTICE —THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Pub February 26, March 4, 11, 18, 2016. DSW16-0049FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: GROW SHOP HYDROPONICS 19020 NORTH INDIAN CYN DR. SUITE 2-J, N. PALM SPRINGS, CA 92258. Riverside County. Mailing Address: PO BOX 480951, NORTH PALM SPRINGS, CA 92258-0951. Full name of registrant: NARDI’S GLOBAL GARDEN LLC 19020 NORTH INDIAN CANYON DR. SUITE 2-J, NORTH PALM SPRINGS, CA 92258-CA. Business is conducted by: LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above . (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: GLENARD- -KOTORRI, PRESI-DENT. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on February 23, 2016. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201602263. NOTICE —THIS FICTI-TIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FIL-ING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE). Pub February 26, March 4, 11, 18, 2016. DSW16-0046Trustee Sale No. : 00000004891719 Title Order No.: 140776849 FHA/VA/PMI No.: NOTICE OF

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Desert Star Weekly Legals March 18, 2016 page 7TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 04/23/2008. UN-LESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 04/29/2008 as In-strument No. 2008-0217091 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of RIVERSIDE County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: JUNE HANE-MULLENEAUX, WILL SELL AT PUB-LIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by California Civil Code 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 04/15/2016 TIME OF SALE: 9:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: AT THE FRONT ENTRANCE OF THE FOR-MER CORONA POLICE DEPARTMENT AT 849 W. SIXTH STREET, CORONA, CA. STREET AD-DRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 77045 DESI DR, INDIAN WELLS, CALIFORNIA 92210 APN#: 623-282-021-4 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrect-ness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, ex-pressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $444,946.84. The beneficiary under said Deed

of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not auto-matically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site www.nationwideposting.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 00000004891719.

Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: NATIONWIDE POSTING & PUBLICATION A DIVI-SION OF FIRST AMERICAN TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY 1180 IRON POINT ROAD, SUITE 100 FOLSOM, CA 95630 916-939-0772 www.nation-wideposting.com BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP IS ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP as Trustee Dated: 03/14/2016 NPP0275839 To: DESERT STAR WEEKLY 03/18/2016, 03/25/2016, 04/01/2016. DSW16-0056T.S. No. 033949-CAAPN: 623-390-012-0 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALEPursuant to CA Civil Code 2923.3IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROP-ERTY OWNER:YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 5/4/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROP-ERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYEROn 3/29/2016 at 3:00 PM, CLEAR RECON CORP., as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 5/17/2006, as Instrument No. 2006-0356551, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Riverside County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: KELLEE ANN FRASER TRUSTEE OF THE FRASER TRUST DATED AU-GUST 12, 1998WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FED-ERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN

BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE:AT THE FRONT STEPS TO THE ENTRANCE OF THE FORMER CORONA POLICE DEPARTMENT, 849 W. SIXTH STREET, CORONA, CA 92882all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUSTThe street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be:46665 QUAIL RUN LNINDIAN WELLS, CA 92210The undersigned Trustee disclaims any li-ability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein.Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, includ-ing fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable esti-mated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $1,394,340.71If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of mon-ies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse.The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The under-signed caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located.NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are

risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear own-ership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (844) 477-7869 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.STOXPOSTING.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 033949-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.FOR SALES INFORMATION: (844) 477-7869 CLEAR RECON CORP.4375 Jutland Drive Suite 200San Diego, California 92117. Pub March 4, 11, 18, 2016. DSW16-0044

a variety of guises in order to survive after all, so why not let one actor adopt a variety of guises to tell her story?” And what a story it is.

I had the opportunity last November to meet Doug Wright and briefly discuss his 2008 Pulitzer Prize-winning

play at the American Theatre Critic Association meeting in New York City. It was an illuminating experience. He’s tall, incredibly intelligent, extremely articulate, and easily accessible to interviewers. As the current President of the Dramatist’s Guild of America, Wright is a the ‘go-to playwright’ for

theatre critics to interview.Celona’s seamless staging

and direction of “I Am My Own Wife” is a mesmerizing theatrical experience which is underscored by the amazing performance of his star Vince Gatton. There are so many finely nuanced character moments in this powerful and haunting re-creation of long ago events now brought so vividly to life by Gatton as Charlotte von Mahlsdorf and

others in her complicated and complex life. It’s an exceptional performance that should not be missed by audiences of the Coachella Valley.

In the technical department, Germany of the 1930s and 40s springs to life on a stunningly beautiful set created by Resident Production Design wizard Jimmy Cuomo that is creatively lit by Lighting Designer Moira Wilkie, who bathes the stage in mood-

inducing shafts of light. Also spot-on is Gatton’s costume, designed by Aalsa Lee, which gives him a character as well as a functional costume required for various pieces of stage business.

“I Am My Own Wife” performs at CV REP Theatre, in Rancho Mirage, CA and runs through March 27, 2016. Call the Box Office at 760-296-2966 for tickets.

Danny Seraphine who plays a mean drum. There were other singers and guitarists that made up this JAM.

The Finale had Thayer, Alice, Krieger, Mills, and more all jamming to the wee hours of the morning. They had the guests dancing, moving to the music and videoing on their cell phones. It’s a jumping night.

Patrick Warburton and

his wife founded this event after visiting St Jude Hospital. They continue to be a part of St. Jude and its mission. St Jude treats 260 kids a day and costs 2 million dollars a day to operate. This event has raised over 3 millions dollars and will beat last years record amount with over one million dollars for St. Jude. They hope to help stop all cancers, especially in children, and no one ever receives a bill for medical help at St. Jude.

The Warburton Celebrity Tournament is now the top-fundraising golf-tournament in the U.S. with a total raised of $1,725,635.00, which is the highest grossing amount for a golf tournament in the entire country.

Tickets sell out fast and the tournaments dates for 2017 are March 9-12.

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“I AM MY OWN WIFE”

Jeff “Skunk” Baxter, Robbie Kreiger, Tom Johnson, Alex Lifeson, Tommy Thayer and Phil Chen. Photo by Pat Krause

The Warburton Celebrity Jam & Golf

Story and Photos by Pat KrauseDesert Smash celebrated

its 12th year with top-ranked tennis pros and Hollywood celebrities being a part of this event that is held during the BNP Paribas Tennis Championship. It is usually held on the Tuesday prior to the tournament and was held at a new location this year. The venue was held at the Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort and Spa. Desert Smash is known for being a great Charity Event and this year all monies raised will benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

This Tennis Celebrity and Tennis Pro event is great for the public as it is all in fun. Fun is the name of the game where line judge chairs are auctioned off. Mariah Carey

Tickets, Autographed photos and artwork are also auctioned off to the highest bidder. Justin Bieber was a part of the tennis event last year. He played tennis and performed at the Gala and this year SIA was the headline act for the Gala. She could not sing because of a contractual clause in her contract but she made an appearance on the Red Carpet and the Stage. She came because she is a tennis fan and didn’t want to disappoint her fans.

Tennis Stars Victoria Azarenka, and the Tennis Doubles champions, Bob and Mike Bryan were a big hit with the fans. There

were numerous celebrities that came either to play or perform. Local boxer Tim Bradley arrived to play. The Musicians Ja Rule and

Natasha Bedingfield sang at the evening gala. The young girls waited patiently for Cody Simpson to take the stage and screamed when he appeared. Actors Alan

Thicke, Amaury Nolasco, Boris Kodjoe, Colton Haynes, Jack Falahee and actress Perry Reeves and others all participated in some way.

Desert Smash 2016

SIA. Photo by Pat KrauseCody Simpson. Photo by Pat Krause

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By Jack LyonsAcclaimed

Palm Springs playwright/director Tony Padilla picked up

his playwriting pen along with his creative thinking cap and added two new characters to one of his award-winning plays of some fifteen years ago.

The result is a rich exploration of how four individuals - one a husband and wife and two female ‘old

maids’ - react to the discovery of finding an abandoned baby in a trash container in New York City’s Central Park.

“Endangered Species” written and directed by Padilla stars Bonnie Gilgallon as Tina, a suburban Chicago housewife married to David a successful businessman played by Alan Berry. The couple married over twenty years are in New York on a holiday where they plan to relax and recharge their romantic batteries.

When Tina discovers the

baby in the trash container, she tells David to do something. Instead of doing ‘something’ he backs off saying “we don’t want to get involved with someone else’s problem, especially tonight. Remember, we have dinner reservations and the ritziest restaurant in New York, and tickets to the hottest show on Broadway. Let’s just leave”. Tina is horrified by David’s callousness. David exposes a side of himself that Tina has never seen before. It’s often been said that we really don’t know one another’s true nature until it’s been tested in stressful or emergency conditions.

There are no spoiler alerts coming from me at this point. However, I will say, that the audience must wait until the second couple: Yo Younger as Teresa, and her traveling companion Daria, played by Denise Strand, discover the baby as well.

The talented performances of the four actors is what makes this somewhat off-putting story work. Theatrical drama is meant to challenge the status quo (comedy plays do it as well). The playwright’s message or personal point of view it’s also meant to get the audience to think introspectively. The beauty

of theatre is that it allows for ‘what if’ scenarios for audiences, playwrights, and actors alike. This production is a true ensemble effort mirroring the name of the acting company – Desert Ensemble Theatre.

“Endangered Species, directed Tony Padilla performs at the Pearl McManus Theatre, in the Palm Springs Woman’s Club located at 314 S. Cahuilla Road. There are just three more performances: March 18, 19, and 20. For reservations, ticket information and curtain times call the Box Office at 760-565 2476.

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Desert Ensemble Theatre Presents New Drama

Photo by Tony Padilla

Photo by Tony Padilla

The McCallum Theatre presents Open Call 2016

By Desert Star StaffPALM DESERT, CA … The

McCallum Theatre Institute (MTI) — the education division of the McCallum Theatre — presents Open Call 2016, the ultimate variety show. The Valley’s best vocalists, dancers, instrumentalists and novelty performers will appear on stage in four performances on Thursday, April 14 and Friday,

April 15 at 7PM and Saturday, April 16 at 2PM and 7PM. This annual sell-out event has become an audience favorite and is fun for the entire family.

Open Call 2016 will showcase 143 performers in 22 acts that were selected by audition. You can meet this group of talented performers by reading the “Meet the Finalists” document at http://

www.mccallumtheatre.com/index.php/education/open-call. The final performance will be judged and cash prizes will be awarded to an audience favorite, 2nd place and grand prizewinner. The Helen Turner Grand Prize Award winner will receive $2500. In addition to performing in their own number, all 143 finalists will be seen

performing together in a finale number, which in traditional Open Call style, promises to entertain and inspire.

All four performances are open to the public. For the 7PM performances on Thursday, April 14 and Friday, April 15 and 2PM performance on Saturday, April 16 tickets are $12, $17, $27, $37 with a special ticket price of $12 for children 12 and under. For the final performance at 7PM on Saturday, April 16 tickets are $22, $37, $57 and $67. Tickets are still available and can be purchased at the Theatre box office, 73000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert, by calling (760) 340-ARTS or online at www.mccallumtheatre.com.

As in previous years, audience members at each one of this year’s first three shows are invited to vote for their favorite act. The combined audience vote carries the weight of one judge in Saturday evening’s final performance, where the winners will be announced.

Through the years Open Call has provided 1263 local artists the opportunity to work

with and receive guidance from a professional artistic and production team and perform on the McCallum Theatre stage. $115,500 has been awarded to Open Call finalists since the first show in 1999.

“Each year, it’s a great pleasure to help facilitate a rewarding journey for our Open Call finalists, and it’s thrilling to be in a position to share their talents,” says Open Call producer and McCallum’s Director of Education, Kajsa Thuresson-Frary. “Open Call continues to be an important project for us. We have a great team of artistic collaborators in place and there is so much joy and discovery involved in working with people from our own community.”

If you are interested in supporting the arts education programs of McCallum Theatre Institute, sponsorship opportunities are available in conjunction with Open Call. For more information, please contact Judi Cohen, Manager of Special Events, (760) 776-6186 or e-mail at [email protected].

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