| | This weekend was a real treat. | I checked out the Palm Springs 70mm Film Festival at the Palm Springs Cultural Center and saw Close Encounters of the Third Kind, the sound system is wild. They must have speakers in the ceiling because I have never felt bass like that anywhere… the closest was probably holding the rail for Justice at Coachella. I think the Palm Springs Cultural Center is officially my favorite place to watch a movie now. | Then it turned into a surprise double feature. I got to see the upcoming movie Disclosure Day on 70mm!! The first public premiere ever, and it was phenomenal. Seeing them back to back was a perfect ride, nothing bad to say at all. I grabbed a shirt to commemorate it and I cannot wait for you all to catch it in theaters. | Sunday, Orion and I stopped by 1/2sies and picked up a box of donuts (The strawberry shortcake is to die for). Their new sweet corn ice cream is wonderful, and I got the Donut Madness, which is my kind of thing, just chunks of donut in every bite. I also grabbed a cannoli I’ll be enjoying tonight. yuuuum! | Anyway, onto the issue. |
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| | City Happenings | Fritz Burns Park Reopens in La Quinta
La Quinta's Fritz Burns Park reopens tomorrow, Wednesday, June 3, with a brand new pool, a kids activity pool, a playground, shaded areas, and restrooms. There's a ribbon cutting at 9 AM. More in Events below. | Coachella Data Center Moratorium
The Coachella City Council called for a data center moratorium after hundreds of residents packed city hall to oppose the controversial project. The council tentatively set a special meeting on the topic for Wednesday, June 3, and voted 4 to 0 to bring in a third party legal review of the utility agreement behind the proposal. | CSUSB Palm Desert Library Summer Hours
The PDC library shifted to summer hours starting June 2. It is now open 8 AM to 4 PM, Monday through Thursday, for the season. | Marilyn Monroe World Record in Palm Springs
On Saturday, 1,037 people dressed as Marilyn Monroe gathered downtown to set a new Guinness World Record, smashing the previous mark of 254 set in Australia in 2020. It was an early nod to Marilyn's 100th birthday, organized by Palm Springs Pride. |
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| | Business Happenings | Sunnylands Gardens Summer Hiatus
The gardens are open Wednesday through Sunday, 8:30 AM to 4 PM, but summer hiatus begins June 8. This is your last week to walk them before they close for the season. | PS Locals Mondays at the Surf Club
Palm Springs residents get discounted admission to the Palm Springs Surf Club every Monday through August 10. Adults are $20 and kids are $10 through the partnership with Parks & Recreation. Lazy river, waves, the whole thing. | Certified Farmers Market Moves Indoors
The Palm Springs Certified Farmers Market moves indoors June 6 through September 12 at 401 S Pavilion Way, Palm Springs. Same market, now with air conditioning. | Luna Sourdough Summer Break
Luna Sourdough is closing July 1 through July 31 this year, back August 1. They moved the break up from August because their daughter starts kindergarten. Stock up in June. | Desert Recreation Foundation Named 2026 Nonprofit of the Year
The Desert Recreation Foundation was named a 2026 California Nonprofit of the Year by State Senator Steve Padilla, recognized for its work supporting parks, recreation programs, and community facilities across the valley. | Juicitini Bar Says Goodbye (For Now)
After three years at the farmers markets, Juicitini Bar is closing up for about four months and moving to Newport Beach. Helaina (the owner) says she will be back, so this is more "see you later" than goodbye. Worth grabbing a juice before she goes! |
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| | Events This Week | Know of an event that should be featured? Let me know. | If you go to something you see in here, reply and tell me about it. That helps me know what's worth putting in front of you. | Wednesday 6/3 | Four ways to spend a Wednesday, from a park opening to a desert drive. | Fritz Burns Park Ribbon Cutting
9:00 AM, Fritz Burns Park, La Quinta
Come celebrate the grand opening of the made over Fritz Burns Park. New pool, kids activity pool, playground, shaded areas, and restrooms. Bring the family and check out the upgrades (if you haven’t already) As a La Quinta kid, it's good to see this one get its glow up. Go Blackhawks!! | Coachella Library Blood Drive
Program Room, Coachella Library, 1500 Sixth St, Coachella
Hosted by LifeStream. Book a time, it’s an easy way to do something good on a Wednesday. | Global Run Day with Desert Run Club
6:30 PM, Lululemon, Palm Desert
Desert Run Club kicks off a stacked June with a morning run on El Paseo. Beat the heat and get moving. | Camera Obscura at Pappy and Harriet's
Doors 8 PM, Show 9 PM, Pappy and Harriet's Indoor Stage, Pioneertown, All Ages
The Scottish indie pop band plays the indoor stage, with Louis Abbot from Admiral Fallow opening. If you are making the drive up the hill, this is the reason. |
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| | Thursday 6/4 | Two for Thursday. Free art and music, or a fresh start on a business idea. |
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| Free Thursday Night: DJ Series with Frescuh
5 PM to 8 PM, Palm Springs Art Museum, Main Museum, Palm Springs, Free
Free admission to the galleries plus a set from Frescuh, a DJ out of the Coachella and San Gabriel Valleys whose crates run deep. Think inherited Latin soul and dedication-hour oldies into freestyle, '80s Hi-NRG, funk, and '90s L.A. house. Grab a drink, play Gallery Bingo, and wander the exhibitions to a soundtrack that actually means something. Date night, friends, or solo, this one's easy to love. | It's Your Time Entrepreneurial Training Kicks Off
6 PM to 7:30 PM, 37023 Cook St Suite 102, Palm Desert, Free
A free 9 week program from the CV Women's Business Center for aspiring entrepreneurs and early stage owners. Runs Thursdays June 4 through August 13 and covers branding, marketing, financial mindset, and legal basics, plus a graduation ceremony at the end. Registration deadline 5:00pm Thursday. |
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| | Friday 6/5 | Friday opens up. Pick your lane. | Indio Food Truck Fridays
5 PM to 10 PM, Downtown Indio
Every Friday brings a rotating lineup of food trucks downtown, so the flavors change week to week. Easy, casual, and a good excuse to wander Miles Ave. | Brews and Beats at Indio Brewing
Brewery opens 2 PM, beats at 6 PM, Indio Brewing
The monthly Brews and Beats returns with DJ Chase Martinez, micheladas from Mix38 Chavelas, and food from Tacos and Burgers. A solid low key Friday night in Indio. | Cuarto Latino at The Dune Room
8 PM to 2 AM, The Dune Room, 82707 Miles Ave, Indio, 21+
A full night takeover with six rooms of vibes, from rock en espanol to latin house, reggaeton, salsa, cumbia, bachata, and perreo. Headliners DJ Luijay and Cuernos b2b W1W0. Limited capacity, so get there before they cap entry. And don’t forget your tickets. | Allah-Las at Pappy and Harriet's
Doors 5:30 PM, Show 7 PM, Pappy and Harriet's Outdoor Stage, Pioneertown, All Ages
An outdoor show with Sam Blasucci opening. Tickets are going fast on this one. Worth the drive if you want a desert sunset with your set. |
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| | Saturday 6/6 | Big Saturday. Morning to night, here's how to play it. | BassLine Music Summer Concert
1:00 PM, The Hood Bar and Pizza, Palm Desert
Students of all ages perform live in front of friends, family, and community. A fun, low stakes way to support young local musicians. | Then tonight, take your pick. | Al Jardine and The Pet Sounds Band at The Plaza
7:00 PM, Plaza Theatre, Palm Springs
Beach Boys founding member Al Jardine celebrates the 60th anniversary of Pet Sounds. A rare night with one of the voices behind the record at the historic Plaza. | The Dune Room Presents Indio Pride Kickoff
9:00 PM to 2:00 AM, The Dune Room, 82707 Miles Ave, Indio, $5, All Ages
With Club133 and more. The first Indio Pride in 96 years, so this one's history. DJs, dancing, community, local and imported beer, and wild seltzer cocktails. $5 at the door. | If you're making the drive to up the hill... | Dave Catching's Birthday Celebration at Pappy and Harriet's
Doors 8:30 PM, Show 9:30 PM, Pappy and Harriet's Indoor Stage, Pioneertown, All Ages
A birthday show for the Eagles of Death Metal guitarist and Rancho de la Luna co-founder, featuring Gnarltones and Quintron and Miss Pussycat. This one will be a party. |
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| | Sunday 6/7 | Sunday is for slowing down. Or not. | Palm Springs Vintage Market (Indoor)
Sunday, June 7, 7 AM to 2 PM, The Pavilion, 403 S Pavilion Way, Palm Springs
The first indoor market of the summer season. The outdoor run is over, so this is where the vintage hunting moves for the hot months. They have indoor markets lined up July 5, August 2, and September 6 too. | Fashioning Architecture Last Chance
Palm Springs Art Museum, Architecture and Design Center, Palm Springs
Last day to see "Fashioning Architecture: What the Runway Borrows from Architecture" at the Edwards Harris Pavilion. Museum members get in free. | Latin Day Party at The Dune Room
10 AM to 2 PM, The Dune Room, 82707 Miles Ave, Indio
Indio's only Latin day party, with Cafe Rumba, micheladas, iced coffee, and a climate controlled room. All ages, no cover. A good way to dance off the weekend. |
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| | Monday 6/8 | Ease back into the week. | Open Mic Mondays at Pappy and Harriet's
Sign ups 6 PM to 7 PM, Performances 7 PM to 10 PM, Pappy and Harriet's Indoor Stage, Pioneertown, Free, All Ages
The long running open mic tradition is back every Monday in June. Acoustic instruments and small drum machines only, three songs or 15 minutes per act. Sign ups are on site starting at 6 PM, names drawn at 7. Hosted by Desert Nick. |
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| | Tuesday 6/9 | Kick off the week after dark. | Glow Party at Chick-fil-A Palm Desert
8 PM to 10 PM, 73070 Dinah Shore Drive, Chick-fil-A Palm Desert, Free
A drive thru glow party with music, lights, and summer vibes. Free, all ages, no RSVP. An easy one for the kids on a warm Tuesday night. |
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| | Kids and Family | Cathedral City Adventure Club
Wednesday 6/3, Cathedral City Library, Free
A drop in craft experience where kids stop by anytime for a hands on activity at their own pace. Each craft takes about 15 minutes, but they can stay as long as they want. Free. | Water Fun and Movie at the Park
Friday 6/5, 5:30 PM to 9 PM, movie at sunset, Thousand Palms Community Park, Free
A free night of water activities followed by a family movie at sunset. Bring swimwear, towels, and lawn chairs. Food vendor on site. No registration required. | Anime Club at Coachella Library
Saturday 6/6, 3 PM to 5 PM, Coachella Library, Ages 13+
A summer anime screening for teens. The library says this one is fittingly bone chilling for the season. | Summer Reading Cup Begins at Palm Desert Library
Starts Monday 6/8, runs through July 24, Palm Desert Library, All Ages
This year's theme is inspired by the FIFA World Cup. Read every day to score your goals, then bring your completed log to the July 18 finale party for a raffle with prizes like a LEGO kit and a Kindle. Pre registration is open now. | Xavier X-Plorer Camp
June 8 through July 31, Xavier Prep
Weekly summer camp with sports, STEM, and hands on activities. Sign up for a single week or the full summer. Spots are filling fast. | Indio Summer Camp with Desert Recreation District
June 8 through August 14, Indio
Full and half day camp with special guests, crafts, games, pool days, gymnastics, and sports. Structure for the summer plus a chance to make new friends. | Summer Reading Club at Rancho Mirage Library
June 8 through July 31, Rancho Mirage Library and Observatory, All Ages
Daily activities and raffle giveaways all summer. Open to all ages, check the calendar for program details. | RCLS Summer Reading Adventure
Starts June 8, Riverside County Library System branches
Readers of all ages are invited to explore new stories and programs at their local branch. Visit any Riverside County Library System location to get started. | Storytime Summer Sessions at Palm Desert Library
Tuesdays at 10:30 AM through June and July, Palm Desert Library
Regular storytime moves to Tuesday mornings for the summer, with special guest performers on Thursdays later in the month. | Tiny Toddler Soft Play June Calendar
Palm Springs, 1243 N Gene Autry Trail
Monday hours are now extended to 5 PM. Story time every Wednesday, Tiny Tots classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, plus surprise character visits. Closed Sunday June 7 for a private event. Reservations encouraged. | LQ Creation Station Summer Reading Craft
Starts Thursday 6/11, Creation Station, La Quinta
The Summer Reading Adventure craft program returns with an Adventure on the High Seas pirate theme. Weekly crafts for makers ages 7 and up. |
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| | Ongoing | Palm Springs Power Baseball Free Entry
Show your Palm Springs Library card at the box office and get free entry to any PS Power home game this summer. Games run Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays in the evening at Palm Springs Stadium through July 17. | Lake Verea: DarkRooms and Other Games
Now open at Palm Springs Art Museum and running through September 13. The exhibition activates six iconic modern Palm Springs residences through touch, dance, and play. Plan your visit at psmuseum.org. | Joshua Tree Certified Farmers Market
Every Saturday, 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, Downtown Joshua Tree
Farm fresh. | PSAM Free Thursday Nights
Every Thursday, 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Palm Springs Art Museum, Free
Free admission during VillageFest. | Desert Run Club
Tuesdays 5:00 AM at CV Link La Quinta, Thursdays 5:00 AM at IW Coffee Indian Wells, Fridays 5:00 AM WDHT Trail Run at The Cove La Quinta, Fridays 6:45 PM UPALV Road Run at Rancho Las Flores Park Coachella
Walk (run) it out. |
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| | | | The big debut this week: Masters of the Universe. He-Man finally hits the big screen, and the rest of the lineup is stacked too, from a Ghibli classic to a throwback or two. | Tuner (R, 1 hr 49 min)
🍅 94% (141 reviews)
🍿 94% (250+ ratings)
A gifted young piano tuner discovers his ear for tuning works just as well for cracking safes, which pulls him into dangerous territory. Daniel Roher's first narrative feature, with Dustin Hoffman as the mentor. The scores on this one are about as high as it gets right now. Playing at Festival Theaters. | I Love Boosters (R, 1 hr 55 min)
🍅 92% (133 reviews)
🍿 72% (500+ ratings)
A fearless crew of young women turn shoplifting into an act of defiance, targeting a cutthroat fashion mogul. Stylish and a little chaotic. At Mary Pickford, Festival Theaters, and Regal Rancho Mirage. | Backrooms (R, 1 hr 50 min)
🍅 89% (219 reviews)
🍿 75% (5,000+ ratings)
The internet horror phenomenon makes it to the big screen. Playing nearly every hour at Cinemark La Quinta and Regal Rancho Mirage, so this is the one with showtimes for every mood. | Masters of the Universe (PG-13, 2 hr 12 min)
The live action He-Man, with Nicholas Galitzine as Prince Adam, Jared Leto as Skeletor, and Idris Elba as Man-At-Arms. Opens Thursday June 4 at Regal Rancho Mirage. For the nostalgia crowd and the kids both. | Scary Movie (R, 1 hr 35 min)
The Core Four are back 26 years later and no horror IP is safe. A new entry in the spoof franchise, opening June 4 across Cinemark La Quinta, Regal Rancho Mirage, and Mary Pickford. | Screwball Sundays: Miss Grant Takes Richmond
Sunday June 7, 3 PM, Historic Camelot Theatre, Palm Springs
Lucille Ball and William Holden in a fast talking 1949 romantic comedy, before Ball became a TV icon. Part of the Screwball Sundays classic series. | Baby Boomer Blockbusters: The Owl and the Pussycat
Saturday June 6, 6 PM, Historic Camelot Theatre, Palm Springs
The 1970 Barbra Streisand comedy kicks off a Saturday night series celebrating the films that reshaped Hollywood in the 70s. | Kids Summer Series: Paddington in Peru
Monday through Thursday, 10 AM, Mary Pickford Theatre, Cathedral City, $2.50 at the door
The free and cheap summer kids series rolls on. Paddington in Peru plays through June 4, or grab a $6.50 series pass for all summer. | The Lost Boys (R, 1 hr 37 min)
🍅 75% (79 reviews)
🍿 85% (250,000+ ratings)
The 1987 vampire classic gets a Fangoria screening. The Frog brothers, Kiefer Sutherland's gang, and a small town full of blood fiends. A perfect midweek throwback. One showing, Tuesday at Regal Rancho Mirage. | Ponyo (G, 1 hr 40 min)
🍅 91% (174 reviews)
🍿 84% (50,000+ ratings)
Miyazaki's goldfish princess who wants to be human, back on the big screen as part of the Ghibli series. Gorgeous and gentle, great for the whole family. One showing at Regal Rancho Mirage. | The Stunt Man (R, 2 hr 9 min)
🍅 90% (42 reviews)
🍿 73% (2,500+ ratings)
A fugitive hides out on a movie set as a stunt man and falls for the leading lady, with Peter O'Toole as the manipulative director. A wild, underseen 1980 gem. One showing at Festival Theaters. |
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| | The Oasis | Happenings that are here to serve you and worth knowing about. | Adult Craft: Summer Coral Wreath
Saturday 6/6, 2 PM to 5 PM, Rancho Mirage Library and Observatory
Make a modern paper wreath in coral, sage green, and gold to brighten your home. Registration required. | Yoga at the CVH Museum
Sunday 6/7, 1 PM, Coachella Valley History Museum, Medjool Auditorium, Indio, Free
A free, all levels, yoga practice followed by a sound bath, surrounded by art and culture. Everyone is welcome. Indoors and air conditioned. | Martha's Village Cooling Center
Open every day, 9 AM to 4 PM, 83791 Date Ave, Indio, Free
A safe, cool indoor space during extreme heat, open daily through October 15. Water, snacks, and support resources available. Everyone is welcome. |
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| | | A few things worth getting on your calendar now. | Coffee and Conversation at Cathedral City Senior Center
Starts Wednesday June 10, 9 AM to 11 AM, Cathedral City Senior Center, Free
A relaxed morning of coffee and conversation for adults 50 and older, with a guest speaker once a month. Runs the second, third, and fourth Wednesday of each month. No registration required. | Free Kids Summer Series at Mary Pickford
Starts Friday June 12, Mary Pickford Theatre, Cathedral City, Free
Eight free family films every Friday all summer, kicking off with Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile on June 12. Free water and popcorn for the first 100 guests, plus free books at every movie. | Rancho Mirage Certified Farmers Market (Indoor)
Starts Sunday June 14, 8 AM to 12 PM, Canyon Creek Mushroom Farm, 77917 Wildcat Dr, Rancho Mirage
A brand new indoor farmers market for the summer, running through mid September. Air conditioning, misters, fresh produce, baked goods, flowers, and local vendors every Sunday. | Chef Blackbird x Rooted Garden Gathering
Friday June 19, 6 PM, 62057 29 Palms Hwy, Joshua Tree
A five course Georgian inspired summer feast in a Joshua Tree garden, with seasonal dishes, music, and community under the desert sky. Vegan and vegetarian options throughout. Tickets required. | XOXO Palm Springs
June 11 to 22, citywide, Palm Springs
A 12 day citywide festival of music, film, performance, visual arts, architecture, food, and storytelling across Palm Springs. It transforms the whole city into a cultural playground. | H2-Oasis
Friday June 12, Oasis Del Desierto Park
A water day with slides, games, and plenty of ways to cool off. | Chapters and Charms: A Book Babes DIY Night
Saturday June 20, $20 per person, RSVP required
A cozy creative evening with books, a charm bar, and plenty of decorating supplies. Each ticket includes two acrylic claw clips and access to the charm bar. Spots are limited. |
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