AIDS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION Enjoy the best views of the annual fireworks display put on by
the City of Palm Springs and do it all for a great cause. The AIDS Assistance Program (AAP), a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting locals living with HIV/AIDS, will host a spectacular Independence Day celebration and fundraiser event at the historic O’Donnell House in Palm Springs on Friday, July 4. Says Mark An- ton, Executive Director of AAP, “The O’Donnell House is the best spot in town to catch the City’s amazing fireworks display. The breathtaking views from high above the desert floor will make for a truly special Fourth of July celebration, thanks to the generos- ity of Dr. Tracy Conrad and Dr. Paul Marut for making the landmark O’Donnell House available for our supporters to enjoy.” Included in the purchase price for the Independence Day celebration: cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and valet parking at $100 per person. For more information or to purchase tickets call 760.325.8481 or go to
aidsassistance.org.
THE STOPS The Desert Rose Playhouse, the Valley’s live stage company serving the LGBT community, present The Stops, a new musical by Eric Lane Barnes, from Friday, June 13 through Saturday, July 19. In this unique, original and funny show, three members of the North American Lady Organists Guild spread their gospel as an Andrews Sister-esque trio of different faiths united in their love of song called The Stops. The ladies perform a benefit for their mentor, a church music director and songwriter, recently ousted from his tabernacle because he is gay. Original songs include “The Fundamental,” “It’s Raining Amen,” “A Bossa Nova for Jehovah,” “Tulips on Your Organ” and “Awkward Christian Soldiers.” For tickets and more information call 760.202.3000 or go to
desertroseplayhouse.org.
PRE-TONY KINKY BOOTS AWARDS PARTY BENEFITING ANGEL VIEW OUTREACH Dust off and decorate your (or the closest drag queen’s) stilettos and come
celebrate Broadway’s biggest night at Toucans Tiki Lounge on Sunday, June 8, just prior to the Award’s broadcast. This event, inspired by Kinky Boots: The Musi- cal, is a benefit for Angel View Outreach, the program that serves children living with disabilities and is their first annual Pre-Tony Awards fundraiser. Tickets are $35 and include a hosted bar by Toucans, hors d’oeuvres and entertainment by Tommi Rose and the Playgirls. Additionally, guests will have the opportunity to win a fab trophy for the best Kinky Boots runway walk. Says Eric Lynch of Toucans Tiki Lounge, “We at Toucans are honored and excited to be working with Angel View Outreach on this dynamic and worthwhile event. It’s great when people can have a bash and do good things for their community at the same time. Plus, we can’t wait to see who’ll strut their ‘kinky boots’ down the runway!” For more information go to
toucanstikilounge.com or
angelview.org
ANDY AND NATHAN RETURN TO STREETBAR The dazzling duo that is Andy Anderson and Nathan Fry return to Streetbar on
Saturday, June 14 from 7 to 9 p.m., for one night of live music and fab fun. The duo has entertained San Diego audiences for over two decades, with Anderson’s sultry and resonant baritone breathing new life into the standard, pop, blues and Broadway songs performed with his talented vocal partner, keyboardist Nathan Fry. With their sensational stage presence and witty asides, Andy and Nathan are as entertaining as they are musical and not to be missed. Be sure to show up early, as this is traditionally one of Streetbar’s most popular events. For more information call 760.320.1266 or go to
psstreetbar.com.
FRIDAY BEATS AND SATURDAY BLUES AT THE PURPLE ROOM An exciting new weekend entertainment series is starting this month at the
Purple Room in Palm Springs called Friday Beats and Saturday Blues. Tony Grand- berry, “Mr. Fabulous,” will kick off the weekend with Music That Makes You Move on Fridays beginning at 9 p.m. Since arriving from Philadelphia in 2012, Grandberry has taken the desert by storm, garnering him the “Mr. Fabulous” moniker due in part, to the reactions of his many fans after seeing one of his performances. Next on the Purple Room’s summer round-up are Kal David & The Real Deal,
taking the stage Saturday nights at 9 p.m. David’s mastery of the blues guitar and charismatic blues vocals are considered by many, the finest on the planet. For more information or to make reservations call 760.322.4422 or go to
purpleroompalmsprings.com.
PALM SPRINGS DESERT RESORTS RESTAURANT WEEK In a short seven years, the Palm Springs Desert Resorts Restaurant Week
has grown from fewer than 30 participating restaurants, hotels, spas and attractions to more than 100 this year. The culinary event is an opportu- nity to experience the best establishments in the Coachella Valley through Sunday, June 8, offering three-course, prix fixe dinners priced at $26 or $38 per person. Special pricing enables local restaurants to showcase their signature dishes and allow foodies the opportunity to explore the delicious diversity of area cuisine. In addition to value priced meals, hotels and area attractions are also offering special rates, perks and amenities available ex- clusively during Restaurant Week, encouraging not only visitors, but locals, to eat, see, stay and enjoy the ultimate desert experience. For a complete listing of specials and participants visit
palmspringsrestaurantweek.com.
Palm Springs 48 RAGE monthly | JUNE 2014
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