Grooves in the Grove -- La Quinta Resort & Club welcomes some of the nation's top musicians, in a setting as breathtaking as their talent. Start the weekend on the Main Lawn amidst the fragrant citrus trees against the backdrop of the Santa Rosa Mountains. Its the perfect stage for an unforgettable experience. more info...
Fridays Nov 4, 18, 25
Tickets $35/45
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Nature Lecture: The Expanding Universe
In the 1990s, an amazing breakthrough was made in science - the Universe is not just expanding it is accelerating! Join Gillian Wilson, Professor at University of California Riverside, to learn about recent discoveries and current mysteries in astronomy. Wilson will begin by discussing the history of our universe, the laws of physics, and key aspects of modern cosmology. Attendees will learn why the discovery of an accelerating universe is startling and significant. Wilson will also discuss two of the biggest mysteries of astronomy: the presence of unseen dark matter and repulsive gravity in the form of dark energy. Attendees will learn what is known about these cosmological forces and how they interact with our universe today as well as how their interaction has changed through time. Don't miss this great opportunity to learn about the cosmological mysteries of universe's origin and evolution! more info...
Monday, November 1
6:00pm
Cost: Free
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The Village People at Aqua Caliente Casino
Celebrating over 34 years as the world's disco icons, Village People brings energetic choreography with outrageous fun, singing and dancing, providing great entertainment for all! With big hits including YMCA, Macho Man, In the Navy and more. more info...
Friday November 4
9:00 PM
Tickets $160
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 Country music superstar Wynonna's career has always revolved around telling stories in song, whether performing with her mother as The Judds, or solo on her own mega-successful path. Her rich, commanding voice has produced over 30 million albums sold worldwide, countless charting singles and over 60 industry awards including 5 Grammy Awards. more info...
Friday, Nov 4, 2011
Tickets: $45-$95
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The Greater Palm Springs Pride Festival
The Greater Palm Springs Pride celebrates its 25th Anniversary, November 5-6, 2011, with a two-day festival in Palm Springs. The 2011 theme, "Justice Today. Equality Forever!" pays tribute to the progress achieved toward equality while also serving as a reminder that the struggle for equal rights for all individuals continues. Festival highlights include: US Bank Main stage featuring live entertainment and over twenty performances, over 100 exhibitors and non-profit organizations, farmer's market, food and beverage vendors.
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November 5, 6,
Parade at 10 AM Nov 6
Cost: $10
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Modern Art: Behind the Mask
The City of Rancho Mirage Public Library will be hosting a stimulating and relevant discussion on art and artists, delivered by Robert Brasier, Deputy Director of Education for the Palm Springs Art Museum. Admission to Modern Art: Behind the Mask is free and open to the public.
In this series' second lecture, entitled The Seduction of Impressionism, Robert Brasier discusses Impressionism and how the impressionists addressed their society, culture, and selves in passionate terms and how they set the stage for radical changes in future art. more info...
Wednesday, November 9, 2011,
7:00 - 8:00 PM
Cost: Free
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Veterans Day Events in The Valley
Cathedral City: Nothing inspires appreciation for the sacrifices U.S. military personnel have made on behalf of democracy and freedom than a visit to the annual Healing Field in Patriot Park. Every year, the Cathedral City Rotary Club transforms the park into a sea of American flags; each representing one hometown hero. The Healing Field is open Nov. 6-13. Click here for more details.
Indian Wells: The City of Indian Wells will hold its annual Veterans Day Ceremony under the white tent at the Eisenhower Walk of Honor adjacent to City Hall. The one-hour tribute beginning at 10 a.m. features live performances and a special keynote speaker.Click here for more details
Indio: The Indio Performing Arts Center (IPAC) presents a special Veterans Day show, GI Jukebox! A Stage Door Canteen, at 7 p.m. featuring 1940s musical numbers spanning big band, Latin and swing. Admission is $20; FREE for active and retired military with ID. Additional performances are scheduled Nov 12-14. Click here for more details.
La Quinta: The City of La Quinta is slated to hold its annual Veterans Day Tribute at 11 a.m. at the La Quinta Civic Center Campus. The commemoration includes music and refreshments. Click here for more details 
Palm Desert: If you happen to be in Greater Palm Springs on November 8, the City of Palm Desert is sponsoring a Pre-Veterans Day Concert in the Park featuring the U.S. Navy Band from Washington, D.C. The concert takes place at the scenic Civic Center Park amphitheatre adjacent to Palm Desert City Hall. Admission is free. Click here for more details
Palm Springs: Honoring all who have served, the 15th Annual Palm Springs Veterans Day Parade starts in downtown Palm Springs at 3:30 p.m. at the corner of Palm Canyon Drive and Ramon and heads northbound to Alejo Road. Festivities include a post-parade concert featuring the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Band from Twentynine Palms followed by a fireworks finale. Click here for more details
Friday Nov 11, 2011
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Dance Under The Stars Choreography Festival
McCallum Theater's 14th Annual Dance Festival highlights dance as an art form, showcasing work by emerging & accomplished choreographers presenting original dances in various styles performed by companies from across the nation. more Info...
Sat Nov 12, 7PM
Sun Nov 13, 4PM
Tickets $10-$30
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Rancho Mirage Art Affaire
 Browse through jewelry, ceramics, paintings, sculptures and other works of art from very talented, award-winning and local artists. And if you're a jazz fan, you're in luck! Smooth jazz bands will play live on the main stage both Saturday and Sunday.
The beneficiary for the event is the College of Desert's Walter N. Marks Center for the Arts. The Walter N. Marks Center for the Arts is responsible for educating its students, staff and community about the arts. Pieces and demonstrations by the college's current students will also be displayed. more info...
Saturday, November 12 and Sunday November 13
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Cost: Free
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Opening Night at the Annenberg Theater
Dubbed "The Last Leading Man" by the New York Times, Brian Stokes Mitchell has enjoyed a rich and varied career on Broadway, television and film, along with appearances in the great American concert halls.
His Broadway career includes performances in "Man of La Mancha" (Tony nomination and Helen Hayes Award); "Kiss Me Kate" (Tony, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards); "Ragtime" (Tony nomination); August Wilson's "King Hedley II" (Tony nomination); "Kiss of the Spider Woman;" "Jelly's Last Jam;" David Merrick's "Oh, Kay!" and "Mail," which earned him a Theatre World award for outstanding Broadway Debut.
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Saturday, November 19, 2011
6:00 PM
Tickets: $296, Includes dinner after concert
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4th Annual Desert Cities Woman's Show
Grab your girlfriend, your mother, your daughter and plan a girls' day out! Enjoy interesting lectures on today's hottest topics including the latest advances in cosmetic surgery, how to protect your financial wellness and latest fashion trends. Visit over 100 displays offering jewelry appraisal, golf tips, interior design ideas, wedding planning, women's health and fitness and even a pet connection. Purchase an additional ticket at the Show & enjoy a Taste of the Valley featuring scrumptious sampling from 16 local restaurants and indulge in The Bikini Chef's "figure flattering flavors." More Info...
November 19, 20
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
COST: $12 in advance; $15 at the door
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Riverdance Farewell Tour at McCallum
Experience the Original! Now in its 16th phenomenal year, Riverdance, the internationally-acclaimed celebration of Irish music, song and dance that has touched the hearts of millions around the world, comes back to Palm Desert. "A phenomenon of historic proportions!" says the Washington Post. "An explosion of sight and sound that simply takes your breath away," cheers the Chicago Tribune. "A family evening unlike anything else!" raves The London Times. Discover why nothing in the world compares to the original! Whether it's your first time or your fifth, there is no better time to share the magic of Riverdance with your family. More Info...
Friday, November 25, 2010 at 8:00 pm.
Saturday, November 26, 2010 at 2:00 pm. & 8:00 pm.
Sunday, November 27, 2010 at 2:00 pm. and 7:00 pm
Tickets: $35-$85
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Wild Lights Holiday Festival at the Living Desert
Celebrate nearly 20 years of holiday magic at The Living Desert's WildLights Holiday Festival. Bigger and better than ever, this year's event glistens with thousands of twinkling lights, dazzling displays, live music, festive games and activities, plus the new Holiday Express trackless train ride! Designed after a traditional 19th century steam engine, this colorful train is free with admission and transports guests through brilliantly lit displays, complete with a sturdy red engine, carts, coal tender and caboose. Added to the merry mix are camel and carousel rides, Prancer's Playland, Santa's Corner, and Mrs. Claus' Kitchen with hot chocolate, s'mores, holiday-themed Wildlife Wonder Shows, wood-burning fireplaces, and more! Generously sponsored by the H.N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation with additional support from The City of Indian Wells. click here
Nov. 23rd-26th, Dec. 2nd, 3rd, 9th, 10th, 16th-23rd, 26th-31st,2011
6pm - 9pm
Cost: Member Adult $8.00, Non-member Adult $9.75
Child $6.50
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Thanksgiving 5K Run/Walk for Martha's Kitchen
5K Fun Run to raise money to feed the hungry and homeless in Coachella Valley. All participants receive a quality event t-shirt and complimentary continental breakfast. Ample free parking. Strollers, wheelchairs and pets are welcome. Chip timed event- race times and rankings posted immediately at the finish.
All proceeds benefit Martha's Village & Kitchen and goes to feeding the hungry and homeless. More Info...
November 24
8AM Start for competitive and non-competitive participants
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29th Annual Indian Powwow at Cabazon
Celebrate all weekend long with the Cabazon Band of Mission Indians and tribes from across the United States and Canada as they come together to show off their dancing and singing skills through traditional competitions. Enjoy Native American dancing, drum contests, peon games and bird singing. Event visitors can also join dancers in the arena during selected times to participate in a non-competitive intertribal dance.
Savor delicious Native American foods, including Indian fry bread, and browse through vendor booths to shop for hand-made jewelry, dream catchers and other Native American arts and crafts.
Be sure to stay for the Grand Entry - which takes place on all three days of the event - to see all of the tribes come together with a dance procession to kick off the competitions.
more info...
Friday Nov. 25 5:00 PM
Sat & Sunday Nov. 26, 27 11:00 AM
Cost: Adults $4, Seniors $3, Children Free
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