Irish or not—there are plenty of options to make this St. Patrick’s Day an incredible weekend in the Palm Springs Valley. Whether you plan to celebrate the patron saint of Ireland, simply take a break from work or want to mix up a day of browsing Palm Springs homes for sale, you’ll be able to find your own perfect way to make the most of this weekend.
Whether you plan to frolic in an Irish pub, check out Fashion Week El Paseo or attend one of the many area concerts, if you’re considering a move to the Coachella Valley and are interested in Palm Springs homes for sale, this is a great weekend to get a feel for the community and its offerings.
On both Saturday, March 16 and Sunday, March 17, St. Patrick’s Day festivities will be in full effect at BB Ingle and BB’s Events’ 30th Annual two day block party in the parking lot of the Tilted Kilt Pub & Eatery! A favorite among residents and owners of homes in Palm Desert, The Tilted Kilt is located at 72191 Highway 111. Dickie O’ Neal’s Irish Pub Palm Springs, one of the most authentic Irish Pubs in all of California, will also celebrate the holiday with live music, karaoke and St. Patrick’s Day specials. Dickie O’Neal’s is located at 2155 North Palm Canyon Drive.
This weekend marks the start of Bingo, The Winning New Musical at the Arthur Newman Theatre. This musical theater production ups the stakes of Bingo in an outrageous comedy that all ages will enjoy. The show will run through March 24, 2013. Tickets may be purchased from the Joslyn Center, on their website or by calling 760.636.9682. Also starting this weekend at the McCallum Theatre, the Wynton Marsalis and The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra will performs a jazz repertoire that transcends the spectrum of the genre, from its New Orleans roots to bebop and modern jazz.
On Saturday, from 10 am to 1 pm, the Out of the Darkness Walk will take place at the Palm Desert Civic Center Park. The event, which benefits the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, is an incredible way to kick off the weekend. If you’re thinking about moving to the Coachella Valley, why not do the walk before checking out some of the gorgeous homes in Palm Desert?
Also on Saturday, legendary singer and songwriter Paul Anka will perform at the Fantasy Springs Casino at 8 pm. Grammy Award-winning vocalist Steve Tyrell will perform at the McCallum Theatre, and renowned actor and comedian Bob Newhart will share his standup comedy at The Show at Agua Caliente Casino.
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There’s a reason why several of our former presidents spent so much of their vacation time in Rancho Mirage. When it comes to retirement, there are few other areas that appeal to so many retirees as much as Rancho Mirage real estate. If you’re planning to retire in the near future, then here are a few reasons to consider homes for sale in Rancho Mirage or the surrounding areas including Palm Springs, Indian Wells and Palm Desert.
1. The outdoor beauty. The majestic Sam Jacinto and Santa Rosa Mountains set the stage with picturesque beauty around which many outdoor activities revolve around. From hiking and horseback riding to watching a tennis tournament or relaxing poolside, the stunning setting the desert provides makes it easy to revel in the resort lifestyle.
2. Golf, golf, golf. Rancho Mirage has 12 great golf courses, including the Rancho Mirage Country Club, Mission Hills North and the Rancho Las Palmas Country Club. In addition, the surrounding desert cities also boast great country clubs and resorts, such as La Quinta Country Club, SilverRock Resort, Indian Wells Golf Resort and the Greg Norman course at PGA West. Many retirees and avid golfers seek homes for sale in the surrounding areas of Palm Springs because of the multitude of opportunities to golf.
3. The culture. Part of the appeal of Rancho Mirage real estate is its rich history and notable residents, coupled with its vibrant arts community and cultural offerings, make it a mecca for those who want to enjoy the benefits of living in a well-rounded community.
4. The carefree lifestyle. Every day seems like a vacation at for owners of Rancho Mirage real estate. From exploring hiking trails with beautiful views, swimming with the family and playing a round of golf on an impeccable course, to shopping at chic boutiques, experiencing fine dining and relishing spa services in close proximity, there’s something for everyone to enjoy almost every day of the year in this incredible desert city.
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The BNP Paribas Open is underway! Whether you own property in Indian Wells, Palm Desert or are coming in from another area of California, this incredible tournament is thrilling for tennis fans of all ages. There are wide-ranging events for everyone in the family to enjoy that make attending this tournament a great break from work, searching for Palm Springs homes for sale and daily life. Here is a quick rundown of a few of the exciting happenings starting this week.
From Wednesday, March 6 through Sunday March 17, the Emirates Lifestyle Booth will showcases iconic elements of the Emirates lifestyle, from snacks and cups of Arabic coffee to give attendees a boost to help them get through the day to Cabin Crew members refreshing guests with cold towels. In addition, Saturday, March 9 is Emirates Day—fans can participate in special promotions to win tickets to the finals or round-trip airfare from Los Angeles to Dubai.
Also from Wednesday, March 6 through the end of the tournament, the 17USANA Health Sciences Booth is offering complimentary nutrition consultations, interactive health assessments, daily drawings for autographed bags chock of USANA swag and the opportunity to win a brand new iPad. In addition, guests can sample nutrition bars and protein shakes that are favored by tennis pros as post-workout snacks.
On Thursday, March 7, owners of property in Indian Wells will get to enjoy City of Indian Wells Residents Day. Residents receive complimentary tickets to a full-day of matches at the BNP Paribas Open. Tickets can be obtained from the City of Indian Wells’ City Hall.
Friday, March 8 is Corona Day—former ATP World Tour Pro and tennis commentator Brad Gilbert will host “Beer with Brad,” along with the Corona Hostesses at the Corona Beach House. It’s your chance to learn more about the matches and find out Brad’s picks for the finals. On Friday, March 8 and Saturday, March 9, ladies can rejoice—the Trina Turk Trunk Show will take place at the Garden Club Hospitality suite. Browse popular fashion designer Trina Turk’s latest spring collections during this killer on-site trunk show.
Whether you’re a tennis fan or just love sports, there’s no better way to spend your time this week. If your family is considering Palm Springs homes for sale, this is the perfect time to come check out the gorgeous valley during one of its most renowned events.
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As usual, there are lots of interesting things to do this weekend in the Coachella Valley. Those considering Palm Springs homes for sale should come check out some of the unique activities lined up in the desert over the next few days.
On Friday, March 1 from 4 pm to 6:30 pm, car enthusiasts can enjoy the first El Paseo Cruise Night on the boulevard! Watch the spectacular hot rods and motorcycles or bring your own out for this parade of classic cars. The event takes place on El Paseo Boulevard in Palm Desert and will recur on the first and third Fridays through April.
This Friday at 8 pm, American music legend Willie Nelson will perform at the Fantasy Springs Casino. A world class icon for both rock and country music, Willie is bringing his vegetable oil -operating tour bus to the desert to thrill his many fans among those who own homes in Indio and are traveling from other desert cities for this special concert. Also, on Friday, from 7 to 9 pm, the Indian Wells Theater at CSUSB will host a live musical Tribute to Barbara Streisand and Frank Sinatra.
On Saturday, exercise lovers can join in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s at 9 am at the Civic Center Park in Palm Desert. The event will raise awareness and funds to advance Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Check-in begins at 9 am, with opening ceremonies at 10, and the walk commencing at 10:30 am.
Last, but certainly not least, Stevie Nicks will perform at the Fantasy Springs Casino on Saturday at 8 pm. A rock music icon in her own right, Ms. Nicks is well known for both her extensive solo music and her work with Fleetwood Mac. Deemed by Rolling Stone magazine as “The reigning queen of rock and roll,” during the 1980s, Ms. Nicks’ music transcends age generations and musical genres.
If you’re considering homes for sale in Palm Springs or buying homes in Indio, Palm Desert or any other part of the Coachella Valley, the sampling of events this weekend is testament to the lifestyle and recreational options you can expect as a resident of the desert cities.
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One of the gems of the desert is the Palm Springs Art Museum, which hosts many incredible events for the community all year long. Owners of Palm Desert real estate are proud to live in the same town where this renowned museum is located and be a part of its community events.
One such event is taking place today—The Art of Shopping. Produced by the Museum Associates Council, The Art of Shopping is one of the most popular, highly anticipated fundraisers for the museum. The Art of Shopping brings 36 studio craft artists in from all over the country to display their work in the form of jewelry, accessories, and home décor, which lucky shoppers can purchase directly from them at this one-of-a-kind shopping extravaganza. If you’ve spent the morning looking at homes for sale in Palm Springs, this is the perfect way to take a break, discover some art and perhaps some killer finds for your new home.
This year is the first time that the event spans two days. Today is day two, and lasts from 10 am to 4 pm, which means you still have plenty of time to take advantage of the many shopping opportunities. The event is located in a tent adjacent to the Palm Springs Art Museum, which means attendees will also have the opportunity to check out the new exhibition at The Galen building, Beg Borrow and Steal, and stroll around the Faye Sarkowsky Sculpture Garden.
Tickets are sold at the door. Admission is $10, though residents and owners of Palm Desert real estate receive complimentary entry. Cuistot is offering an amazing discounted lunch for today’s attendees. For those of you who are new to the area or are in the process of looking for homes for sale in Palm Springs, the museum is located at 72567 Hwy 111 in Palm Desert.
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If you’re looking for an extraordinary golf event mixed with world class entertainment and other exciting activities, then you’ll want to attend one of the most fan-friendly celebrity golf tournaments in the country: The Frank Sinatra Celebrity Invitational. If you’ve been planning a special trip to Palm Springs to look at Palm Desert real estate or equestrian properties in Rancho Mirage, this is the perfect week to do so and enjoy yourself while you’re at it!
From February 21-23, the Eagle Falls Golf Course will host this incredible celebrity-amateur tournament. In addition to the stellar opportunity to watch some great golf, The Frank Sinatra Celebrity Invitational includes a luncheon, an elegant fashion show featuring Fe Zandi’s couture designs, a charity auction and three nights of parties, with the incredible Frankie Valli headlining the renowned Black Tie Gala. In the past, the event was attended and supported by a wide range of entertainers and professional athletes including Tommy Lasorda, Robert Wagner, Dick Van Dyke, Shirley MacLaine, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr. As you can see, there’s good reason the event is nicknamed “Frank’s Little Party in the Desert.”
Dedicated to the memory of Frank Sinatra, the tournament was founded in 1988 to raise funds for Barbara Sinatra Children’s Center at Eisenhower Medical Center. The mission of the center, which opened in 1986, is to provide counseling for young victims of abuse and to focus on prevention, community education and breaking the generational cycle of abuse. What’s so wonderful about this organization is that no child is ever turned away due to their family’s inability to pay.
The tournament is presented by Starkey Hearing Technologies and hosted by the Fantasy Springs Casino in Indio. One of golf’s most famous legends and one of Frank Sinatra’s best friends, Ken Venturi, is co-hosting the event with Barbara Sinatra. If you’re in the mood to spend the weekend in Palm Springs or want to take a break from searching for Palm Desert real estate or equestrian properties in the area, then this is the perfect event for you.
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When you’re considering buying a home anywhere in the Palm Spring region, from Indio or Palm Desert to properties in Indian Wells or Rancho Mirage, it helps to get to know the area and what some of the popular activities and things to do are. Here are what many residents tell us are some of their favorites!
Do nothing. When you’re searching for Palm Springs homes for sale, you probably should get a feel for the lifestyle—and one of the favorite things to do among both visitors and residents of this bucolic desert town is: nothing. The Palm Springs tourism bureau will even tell you that visitors regularly say that they plan to do a whole lot of nothing during their stay in Palm Springs. What this actually means is a lot of relaxing, most likely including sunbathing, some rounds of golf and games of tennis, and just enjoying time with family. There’s a reason residents and owners of properties in Indian Wells, Rancho Mirage and Palm Desert say it feels like they’re on vacation all year long.
Feeling daring? There are some cool adventures you can do in Palm Springs, and ones that are unrivaled in any other part of the country. For example, Desert Adventures offers tours of the San Andreas Fault that allows you to do something very few people have the opportunity to do—stand smack in the middle of the actual fault. You can also visit an authentic desert oasis created by the fault and learn multitudes about nature.
Tour the famed windmills. Whether you’re looking for Palm Springs homes for sale or coming for a vacation, it’s impossible to miss the famed windmills along Interstate 10. Why not take a tour of these enormous wind-powered turbines that generate electricity? It’s the perfect way to learn what they do and how they work, and interesting whether you’re a tech fan or a nature aficionado.
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As usual, there is so much going on in the valley this week! Choose from another well-rounded slate of choices, perfect for unwinding from a long day at work, after finishing 18 holes or to top off a day of looking at Palm Springs homes for sale.
This evening at the McCallum Theatre, the Desert Symphony presents, “Oh What a Night!” Written by written by Motown producer George Solomon, this mesmerizing tribute to Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons is perfect for the entire family. This concert style revue features hit favorites including “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Sherry,” “My Eyes Adored You,” and many more amazing songs. The show takes place from 8-10 pm. The McCallum Theatre is located at 73-000 Fred Waring Drive in Palm Desert, CA.
A signature event that is an absolute favorite of those who own properties in La Quinta, Rancho Mirage and Palm Desert is Modernism Week, which runs from February 14 – 24. A 10-day celebration of mid-century modern design, architecture and culture, this amazing event is the only one like it throughout the entire country. Choose from a wide array of events from chic parties in mid-century modern homes and architecture tours to films, lectures, educational events and an architecture symposium. Who knows—you may find some gorgeous Palm Springs homes for sale while you take in the elegant informality that defines desert modernism.
Another fun twist on this week’s calendar is a concert by R&B singer-songwriter Keith Sweat at the Spotlight 29 Casino on February 14 at 8 pm. With hits including “Get Up On It,” “Twisted,” and “I Want Her,” Sweat topped the Billboard charts for decades. The venue is located at 46-200 Harrison Place in Coachella, CA.
As you can see, when you live in Palm Springs and own properties in La Quinta, Rancho Mirage and Palm Desert, you can absorb a diverse slate of culture in any given week.
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Just when you thought there was nothing going on this weekend, one look at what the communities of Palm Springs have going on and suddenly it’s hard to choose what to do. There are more than enough options for everyone—and if you’re considering purchasing equestrian homes in Rancho Mirage or are interested in Palm Desert real estate, you’ll soon see that it’s like this all year round.
On Saturday, February 9 the Tour de Palm Springs will take place! This amazing event raises money for nonprofit organizations in the Palm Springs Valley, while allowing participants to experience a bicycle ride on several different courses as they take in breathtaking mountain scenery and bond with fellow riders. The courses are wide-ranging, from a one mile route that is perfect for beginners and a five mile route that’s easy but includes small hills, to a 25 mile moderate ride with a few rolling hills, and 55 mile and 100 mile routes with many rolling hills and gradual climbs for the more advanced cyclist.
Also on Saturday is the Dr. George Car Show in Indian Wells. Celebrity judges assess the goods at this expo that features 1000 cars, music, food and other vendors. The event is sponsored by the Auto Club Southern California and suggested donation for entry is just $2.
On Saturday night, world-famous violinist and conductor Itzhak Perlman will enchant classical music fans with a special performance at the McCallum Theatre, a favorite of all residents and owners of Palm Desert real estate. Perlman will be accompanied by renowned pianist Rohan De Silva. The show starts at 8 pm.
On Sunday, February 10, the Palm Springs Half Marathon will wind through some of the most famous neighborhoods in Palm Springs. On Sunday evening at 7 pm, the McCallum Theatre will host one of the most famous operas of all time, Puccini’s Madame Butterfly. The show starts at 7 pm. For more information, visit mccallumtheatre.com.
As you can see, there is never a dull moment in the Palm Springs Valley. If you’re considering equestrian homes or other properties in any of the desert cities, you’ll discover a lifestyle that’s filled with options to enjoy life to the fullest.
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The events taking place in Coachella Valley the next few days are exemplary of the wide range of activities that owners of Palm Desert real estate or homes in Palm Springs, Rancho Mirage and other desert cities have to look forward to on a regular basis. People of all ages are certain to find something they’ll enjoy.
On Thursday, February 7 at 5 pm, a monthly favorite among owners of Palm Desert real estate takes place: the El Paseo Art Walk. It’s an opportunity to stroll among the vibrant galleries and discover great finds at the chic boutiques. Also this Thursday is the 2103 Palm Desert Senior Games and International Sports Festival, an exciting event for both participants and those watching—more about that event tomorrow.
Few other cultural events rival the fun, sounds and tastes of a Greek festival—lucky for residents and owners of Palm Desert real estate, the St. George Palm Desert Greek Fest is this weekend! Try authentic Greek food such as gyros and Greek salads, sample Greek wine, beer and coffee, and enjoy live Greek music and dancing at the St. George Greek Orthodox Church, located at 74-109 Larrea Street at Lantana Street, Palm Desert. For more information, call 760.832.2824.
On Saturday, February 9, Johnny Mathis will perform at the Agua Caliente Casino. One of the last and most popular traditional male vocalists, Mathis has been inducted twice into the Grammy Hall of Fame and has a series of best-selling albums. What a great opportunity to hear his music up close and personal! The show starts at 8 pm.
To round things out, we’ve got the Tour de Palm Springs on Saturday, and the Palm Springs Half Marathon on Sunday, February 10. Whether you participate or enjoy it as a spectator (if you’re lucky enough to own homes in Palm Springs), this mostly flat course winds through some of the most beautiful and famous neighborhoods this city boasts.
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