March 8th
United Way of the Desert’s 20th Annual VIP Waiter Challenge at The Renaissance Esmeralda Resort in Indian Wells
6:00 pm
Our desert’s most creative and fun-filled dinner/dance served by community VIPs. Each VIP “waiter” has a theme-decorated table, dresses in elaborate costumes, and entertains his/her guests for dining and dancing for a wonderful cause. Notable highlights of the evening are the competitive “Hoot n’ Holler” Award and the “People’s Choice” Award.
2010 BNP Paribas Open Tennis Tournament at The Indian Wells Tennis Garden
Mar 08, 2010 - Mar 21, 2010
For two weeks in March the best professional ATP & WTA players compete at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden for the prestigious title and $9 million in prize money.Come celebrate 35 years of Champions.
Cost: $25 and up not including special offers and discounts.
March 9th
Comedian Kathy Griffin Returns to The McCallum Theatre
8:00 pm
Back by popular demand, Kathy Griffin returns to the McCallum Theatre for two nights of uproarious stand-up comedy. At a time when stand-up comedy was turning from punch lines to social commentary and satire, Kathy established her career with observations about celebrity culture and fame. Her favorite celebrity topics are plastic surgery, snooty attitudes, eating disorders, but most of all, she turns her humor on herself.
Slideshow Safari and Books Signing with Philp Ferranti at The National Monument Visitors Center in Palm Desert
2:30 PM
Come along for an adventure on the trails without having to do any hiking. Check out this engaging new slideshow highlighting some of our area’s finest trails and enchanting vistas. After the program you can pick up a copy of the author’s latest book, 140 Great Hikes In and Near Palm Springs or bring your own copy and get it signed in person.
Contact: (760) 862-9984, Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center, for more details.
March 10th
Comedian Kathy Griffin Returns to The McCallum Theatre
8:00 pm
Back by popular demand, Kathy Griffin returns to the McCallum Theatre for two nights of uproarious stand-up comedy. At a time when stand-up comedy was turning from punch lines to social commentary and satire, Kathy established her career with observations about celebrity culture and fame. Her favorite celebrity topics are plastic surgery, snooty attitudes, eating disorders, but most of all, she turns her humor on herself.
Festival of Native Film and Culture at The Camelot Theatres in Palm Springs
Mar 10, 2010 - Mar 14, 2010
Agua Caliente Cultural Museum is pleased to announce the dates for this year’s Festival of Native Film & Culture. The 2010 Festival, which includes feature films, documentaries, and short films from some of today’s premier Native American and international indigenous filmmakers, will be held Wednesday, March 10 through Sunday, March 14. All screenings and receptions will take place at the Camelot Theatres, 2300 E. Baristo Road, Palm Springs. Filmgoers are invited to attend an Opening Night Reception at the theatre followed by the 8:00 p.m. film screening. Complete information and schedule for the Festival of Native Film & Culture will be available in January 2010 at www.accmuseum.org.
Now in its ninth season, the Festival of Native Film & Culture is one of the nation’s most highly-regarded festivals of its kind – showcasing the best in films by, about, and starring Native people. One of Palm Springs’ signature film festivals, the Festival of Native Film & Culture looks at both historical and contemporary issues facing indigenous peoples around the world.
March 11th
Soulful Blues on Thursdays at the Bikini Bar at Riviera Resort
Every Thursday night at Bikini Bar features Soulful Blues performed by blues guitarist and instrumentalist Bobby Moses, from 4 to 8 p.m. Moses plays the guitar with amazing nuance, clarity and melodic innovation. His NuJazz fusion band Jumolhari will be releasing their first full-length album in January, 2010.
Cabaret Theatre West Present Gershwin Time and Livin is Easy at The Hyatt Grand Champions Resort in Indian Wells
The personal and professional lives of George and Ira Gershwin are chronicled through their extraordinary music.
Performance Dates: March 10, 11, 18, 19, 25, and 26, 2010 and April 1, 2, 2010
Gladys Knight At The Mccallum Theater
8 pm
known as the “Empress of Soul”,is an American R&B/soul singer-songwriter, actress, businesswoman, humanitarian, and author. She is best known for the hits she recorded during the 1960s and 1970s, for both the Motown and Buddah Records labels, with her group Gladys Knight & the Pips, the most famous incarnation of which also included her brother Merald “Bubba” Knight and her cousins Edward Patten and William Guest.
March 12th
Legendary Smokey Robinson Comes to The McCallum Theatre
8 pm
Given his legendary status in pop culture and his personable nature, it’s no surprise that Smokey Robinson is still recording quality music as he celebrates 50 years in the music industry.
William “Smokey” Robinson, Jr. was born and raised in Detroit, picking up the name “Smokey Joe” as a child because of his love for cowboy movies. In 1955, Smokey founded a vocal group called The Five Chimes. The group was renamed The Matadors in 1957 and began touring Detroit venues. In 1958, Smokey met Berry Gordy who co-wrote a single for them. The group renamed itself The Miracles and issued singles for several different labels. Smokey then suggested that Berry start a label of his own and in 1959, Berry founded Tamla Records which he soon reincorporated as Motown. The Miracles were one of the first groups signed by Motown and, with their first #1 hit “Shop Around” in 1960, also gave Motown its first million-selling single. The Miracles scored more than two dozen hits at Motown, including the classics “You’ve Really Got a Hold on Me,” “I Second That Emotion,” “The Tracks of My Tears,” and “The Tears of a Clown.”
Improv Comedy Series Brings Laughter to the Desert at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino
8 pm
Chuckle, guffaw, snort, giggle. How ever you laugh, it is a good bet the best comedians in the business will make you do it as they return for the 2010 season of the Improv Comedy Club at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino. Starting Friday, January 15th and running every Friday and Saturday through April 24th, three comedians take the stage inside the club during shows at 8:00p.m. and 10:00p.m. Tickets are $20 per show and are available by calling toll free (800) 827-2946 or online at www.FantasySpringsResort.com. Guests must be 21 or older to attend Improv performances.
Comedian Martin Short Brings his Comedy to The Show at Agua Caliente Resort
Martin short is a Canadian-American comedian, actor, writer, singer and producer. He is best known for his comedy work, particularly on the TV programs SCTV and Saturday Night Live. He has also starred in several popular comedic films such as The Three Amigos, Jungle 2 Jungle, Mars Attacks! and Father of the Bride and also its sequel, Father of the Bride Part 2.
March 13th
KCET Desert Cities Wine Auction at Rancho Las Palmas
Guests will enjoy a gourmet dinner paired with premium wines. The highlight of this evening is an exciting live auction featuring scores of highly collectible wine lots and fabulous wine travel packages. Each table will be hosted by a vintner or winemaker.
Cocktail Attire and Seating is limited so to purchase tickets to this unique event please call 323-953-5485. All proceeds from the event benefit KCET Children’s Literacy Programs and Outreach. It will certainly be an evening to enjoy and an evening to remember.
Frank M Bogert Westfest and Rodeo at Caballeros Field in Palm Springs
The City, the Spa Resort Casino and the greater Coachella Valley community have come together to support the one-year memorial, which is produced by Spur of the Moment productions. The WestFest and rodeo site will be Caballeros Field, adjacent to the Palm Springs Convention Center.
Tickets are on sale now at www.palmspringswestfest.com to attend the Frank M. Bogert Memorial Rodeo. The WestFest, on the surrounding grounds, will be free to the public. That area will include the Taste of the West, Americana Collectibles and sponsor displays, Western lifestyle vendors, a Chili-Cook-Off and BBQ Competition, cultural areas, a Kowboy Kids Korral, Margarita Saloon and continuous live music throughout the three-day weekend. More detailed information about the event itself, as well as sponsorship and volunteer opportunities are available at PalmSpringsWestFest.com.
Paul Anka in Concert at Fantasy Springs Resort
Paul Anka performs at Fantasy Springs March 13, 2010. Even though Anka has been writing and singing on the national and international stage since 1957, this pop music superstar still churns out top-selling albums and songs. In 2005, he recorded an album of rock and pop songs made popular by people like his five daughters from the 1980s on. In 2007, Anka partnered with the music industry’s most current artists including Michael Buble and Jon Bon Jovi for the album, “Classic Songs, My Way.” In addition to his own smash hit songs (“Diana,” “You Are My Destiny,” “Put Your Head on My Shoulder” and more), Anka has penned songs for multitudes of artists through the years including Michael Jackson, Sammy Davis, Jr., Frank Sinatra, Tom Jones and more. Tickets for Paul Anka’s show are $39-$79 and go on sale Friday, December 18th.
March 14th
Clean Comedy Cavalcade at The McCallum
7pm
McCallum Theatre presents Clean Comedy Cavalcade starring Jay Johnson, Dale Gonyea, Mike Caveney and Jim McGeorge. It’s a great night of comedy, without worrying about being embarrassed by the language. Bring the kids, bring Grandma - you’ll all laugh with delight!
