Site Staff, Author at Palm Springs Life https://www.palmspringslife.com/author/sitestaff/ Your Guide to Greater Palm Springs Mon, 05 Jan 2026 20:29:16 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.palmspringslife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/cropped-favicon-5121-32x32.png Site Staff, Author at Palm Springs Life https://www.palmspringslife.com/author/sitestaff/ 32 32 6 Places to Meet for Breakfast or Lunch in Desert Hot Springs https://www.palmspringslife.com/restaurants/6-places-to-meet-for-breakfast-or-lunch-in-desert-hot-springs/ Mon, 05 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=780136 Find your next favorite meal in Desert Hot Springs with these restaurants serving everything from hearty burgers and breakfast classics to authentic Mexican cuisine.

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]]> 9 Must-Do Children’s Activities in the Coachella Valley https://www.palmspringslife.com/the-guide/things-to-do/9-must-do-childrens-activities-in-the-coachella-valley/ Sun, 04 Jan 2026 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=781923 Each year, Palm Springs Life invites readers to vote for their favorite businesses, experiences, and attractions across Greater Palm Springs in our city-by-city Best of the Best competition. Below, you’ll find this year’s winners for Best Children’s Activity.

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]]> 5 Fun Facts About Palm Springs (Did You Know Them All?) https://www.palmspringslife.com/arts-culture/5-fun-facts-about-palm-springs-did-you-know-them-all/ Sun, 04 Jan 2026 18:00:00 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=780629 Learn what makes Palm Springs unique, from the Plaza Theatre’s return and midcentury modernism to its LGBTQ+ community and cultural landmarks.

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]]> The Plaza Theatre Celebrates Book Release at Destination PSP https://www.palmspringslife.com/arts-culture/social-scene-palm-springs/the-plaza-theatre-celebrates-book-release-at-destination-psp/ Sun, 04 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=781917 Desert Dream to Silver Screen, a book produced in collaboration with Palm Springs Life detailing the history of The Plaza Theatre leading up to the December 2025 reopening, celebrated its debut on Sunday, Dec. 21, at Destination PSP in Palm Springs. The meet-and-greet book signing with authors Jim Cook and Catherine Graham underscored The Plaza Theatre as a cultural destination in Palm Springs.

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]]> 4 Questions With NBC Palm Springs Morning Anchor Mary Strong https://www.palmspringslife.com/arts-culture/4-questions-with-nbc-palm-springs-morning-anchor-mary-strong/ Sat, 03 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=779699 NBC Palm Springs anchor Mary Story shares her favorite spots in Palm Desert and what she loves the most about life in the desert.

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]]> Plaza Theatre Book Highlights Inaugural Palm Springs International Film Festival https://www.palmspringslife.com/history/plaza-theatre-book-highlights-inaugural-palm-springs-international-film-festival/ Fri, 02 Jan 2026 18:46:55 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=783049 It was déjà vu all over again. The Hollywood-style glamour of  the 1936 premiere of Camille returned on opening night of the inaugural Palm Springs International Film Festival (PSIFF). Searchlights streaked across the Coachella Valley sky as a mariachi band performed in The Plaza Theatre courtyard, and a red carpet stretched from the curb to the lobby. A packed house erupted with enthusiasm as Mayor Sonny Bono welcomed everyone to the festival’s first night on Jan. 10, 1990.

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]]> Elegant Tuscan-Inspired Home in Rancho Mirage Is an Entertainer’s Dream  https://www.palmspringslife.com/home-design/real-estate/elegant-tuscan-inspired-home-in-rancho-mirage-is-an-entertainers-dream/ Fri, 02 Jan 2026 18:21:00 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=781903 Discover an exceptional enclave nestled within the heart of Rancho Mirage. This 4,806-square-foot home with an elegant combination of dark timber beams, natural stone, and smooth stucco, welcomes you into a world of sophistication. At 4 Via Perugia, beyond the inner courtyard, enter through reeded glass doors into a grand open-concept design featuring 15-foot cathedral ceilings, a modern fireplace, and abundant natural light.

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]]> 5 Things to Know About Palm Desert: Art, Events, Surf Club https://www.palmspringslife.com/arts-culture/5-things-to-know-about-palm-desert-art-events-surf-club/ Fri, 02 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=779616 Palm Desert offers growing public art, monthly El Paseo happenings, new additions at the zoo, and digital perks.

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]]> 10 Great Places to Hear Live Music From Palm Springs to Coachella https://www.palmspringslife.com/arts-culture/10-great-places-to-hear-live-music-from-palm-springs-to-coachella/ Thu, 01 Jan 2026 22:00:00 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=781812 Each year, Palm Springs Life invites readers to vote for their favorite businesses, experiences, and attractions across Greater Palm Springs in our city-by-city Best of the Best competition. Below, you’ll find this year’s winners for Best Music.

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]]> 5 Fun Pit Stops for Your Next Palm Springs Road Trip https://www.palmspringslife.com/the-guide/things-to-do/5-fun-pit-stops-for-your-next-palm-springs-road-trip/ Thu, 01 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=779935 Make the most of your desert road trip by stopping at these roadside attractions across the desert.

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]]> Your Guide to the Ultimate Weekend in Rancho Mirage https://www.palmspringslife.com/the-guide/things-to-do/your-guide-to-the-ultimate-weekend-in-rancho-mirage/ Wed, 31 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=780161 Friday Evening: Let the weekend begin with fine food and drink. A window table at The Edge Steakhouse at The Ritz-Carlton Rancho Mirage rewards diners with decadent entrées and a side of purple mountain views. Design enthusiasts might opt for Wally’s Desert Turtle, a family-owned spot with interiors by Steve Chase, dating back to the 1970s.

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]]> Kitchen Ten Eleven Restaurant Opens at Trilogy Golf Club https://www.palmspringslife.com/restaurants/kitchen-ten-eleven-restaurant-opens-at-trilogy-golf-club/ Tue, 30 Dec 2025 17:40:19 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=780195 Following the rebirth of Trilogy Golf Club at La Quinta, the iconic former host of the Skins Game recently unveiled a new signature restaurant: Kitchen Ten Eleven, an inviting hangout for Coachella Valley residents. The contemporary, California-inspired restaurant features exceptional, made-from-scratch dishes served in a beautiful yet laid-back setting accented by midcentury modern design. Both the golf course and restaurant are open to the public and welcome everyone.

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]]> Love at First Sight in the Canyons at BIGHORN Golf Club https://www.palmspringslife.com/home-design/real-estate/love-at-first-sight-in-the-canyons-at-bighorn-golf-club/ Tue, 30 Dec 2025 17:36:58 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=779712 “As soon as the gates opened and they stepped from the car into the motor court, I could see it in their faces,” says Lorna Ball, a seasoned expert in BIGHORN properties. “They weren’t just touring a house — they had found a home.” What was supposed to be a quick tour of a few properties in the desert turned into a life-changing day.

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]]> Where to Find Art and Entertainment in Palm Springs https://www.palmspringslife.com/arts-culture/where-to-find-art-and-entertainment-in-palm-springs/ Tue, 30 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=779877 Historic theaters, regional museums, artist-run galleries, and walkable arts districts shape Palm Springs’ creative scene.

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]]> Local Orthodontic Expert Elevates Smile Care in Palm Desert https://www.palmspringslife.com/wellness/local-orthodontic-expert-elevates-smile-care-in-palm-desert/ Mon, 29 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=779790 Born and raised in the desert, Dr. Nina Khanna Stevens is the daughter of two physicians at Eisenhower Medical Center. Growing up around medicine, she witnessed the profound impact her parents had on their patients — an example that shaped her own approach to care.

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]]> How to Spend a Weekend in La Quinta: What to Eat, See, and Do https://www.palmspringslife.com/the-guide/things-to-do/how-to-spend-a-weekend-in-la-quinta-what-to-eat-see-and-do/ Sun, 28 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=779229 Friday Evening: The city takes its name from the historic La Quinta Hotel (now La Quinta Resort & Club), so it’s only fitting to begin the weekend there. Reserve a table at Morgan’s in the Desert — the resort’s fine dining restaurant, named for founder Walter H. Morgan. There’s live music on Friday and Saturday nights.

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]]> Museums, Tours, and Track Time: 17 Adventures for a Desert Getaway https://www.palmspringslife.com/the-guide/things-to-do/museums-tours-and-track-time-17-adventures-for-a-desert-getaway/ Sat, 27 Dec 2025 20:00:00 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=780330 Explore the desert beyond Palm Springs with nearby museums and guided tours that highlight history, nature, and thrill.

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]]> 9 Spots to Meet Up for Coffee, Matcha, or a Great Meal in Palm Desert https://www.palmspringslife.com/restaurants/9-spots-to-meet-up-for-coffee-matcha-or-a-great-meal-in-palm-desert/ Sat, 27 Dec 2025 20:00:00 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=781844 Explore Palm Desert’s food scene, from French bakeries and sushi bars to Italian kitchens, cafés, and more.

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]]> 17 Palm Springs Shops for Vintage Finds, Fun Gifts, and Fabulous Style https://www.palmspringslife.com/shopping-style/shopping/16-palm-springs-shops-for-vintage-finds-fun-gifts-and-fabulous-style/ Sat, 27 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=779957 Whether you’re hunting for vintage, design, or resort-ready style, these Palm Springs shops offer something for every shopper.

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]]> Visit Desert Dental Specialty Group for Implants, Restorations, and Cosmetic Care https://www.palmspringslife.com/wellness/visit-desert-dental-specialty-group-for-implants-restorations-and-cosmetic-care/ Sat, 27 Dec 2025 00:07:13 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=779754 The doctors at Desert Dental Specialty Group understand the importance of a healthy, attractive, and long-lasting smile. It is for this reason that they, as specialists, work together using the most advanced dental technology for each individual need.

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]]> 5 Places to Stay in Indian Wells https://www.palmspringslife.com/the-guide/hotels-resorts/5-places-to-stay-in-indian-wells/ Fri, 26 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=779098 Whether you want a boutique escape or a full resort experience, these five Indian Wells stays make it easy to relax and enjoy the desert.

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]]> How to Spend a Weekend in Cathedral City https://www.palmspringslife.com/the-guide/things-to-do/how-to-spend-a-weekend-in-cathedral-city/ Tue, 23 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=778771 Friday Evening: What’s your vibe — cabaret or casino concert? You can do both in the Downtown Arts and Entertainment District. Snag tickets to a live show at Coachella Valley Repertory (locals call it CVRep), or sip tequila and dance the night away at Agua Caliente Casino. You’ll find plenty of dining nearby. For a farm-to-table experience with a side of chef banter, book a table at Daniel’s Table.

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]]> Men of the Desert Fashion Show Sets Attendance Record https://www.palmspringslife.com/arts-culture/social-scene-palm-springs/men-of-the-desert-fashion-show-sets-attendance-record/ Tue, 23 Dec 2025 02:28:05 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=780520 Animal Samaritans’ 16th annual Men of the Desert Fashion Show and Luncheon, presented by The Carl Jud Foundation, returned to the Palm Springs Air Museum with record-breaking excitement, welcoming more than 500 attendees — the largest audience in the event’s history. The afternoon unfolded as a celebration of fashion, philanthropy, and the energy that makes this event a highlight of the desert social season.

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]]> Inside Palm Springs Life’s December Issue Release Party at the Gerald Ford Estate https://www.palmspringslife.com/arts-culture/social-scene-palm-springs/inside-palm-springs-lifes-december-issue-release-party-at-the-gerald-ford-estate/ Fri, 19 Dec 2025 16:57:54 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=780089 Friends and partners of Palm Springs Life gathered at the former home of President Gerald and Betty Ford to celebrate the release of the December issue, featuring Jane Lynch, on the eve of her appearance at The Plaza Theatre.

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]]> 3 Things to Know About Desert Hot Springs https://www.palmspringslife.com/arts-culture/3-things-to-know-about-desert-hot-springs/ Fri, 19 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0000 https://www.palmspringslife.com/?p=779815 Desert Hot Springs shines with top-rated drinking water, new murals, and night markets in the Downtown Arts and Culture District.

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