Come on over to the Community Center this Saturday for our monthly Pancake Breakfast! Steve and Kip will be on the griddle making eggs, fluffy pancakes and hash browns to order. We’ll also have Kip’s fresh orange juice, biscuits and gravy, and toast, tea and a bottomless cup of coffee. Patrick, Rohini, Tonelise, Stewart, Daniel, Dawn, Stephanie and other local friends and neighbors will all be on hand to make the breakfast joyful. All for just $7!
The Treasure Room will also be open so bring a few extra bucks for some one-of-a-kind desert finds.
All are welcome. Child’s menu is available. Bring your friends! Well-behaved dogs on leashes are welcome at the outdoor patio only.
All proceeds from the Breakfast and the Treasure Room benefit our non-profit, locally-owned, volunteer-run Community Center.
CELEBRATE OUR NATION’S INDEPENDENCE WITH FOURTH OF JULY FESTIVITIES AT LUCKIE PARK IN TWENTYNINE PALMS, PRESENTED BY THE CITY AND THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE! THE EVENT KICKS OFF AT 4 P.M. WITH LIVE MUSIC BY SOUTHBOUND, VENDORS, WATER SLIDES FOR THE KIDS, INFORMATIONAL BOOTHS, FACE PAINTING AND SWIMMING AT THE LUCKIE PARK POOL. ENJOY AN INCREDIBLE FIREWORKS DISPLAY AT 9 P.M. SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR GENEROUS FIREWORKS SPONSORS: RUTAN AND TUCKER, TORTOISE ROCK CASINO, BURRTEC, HI-GRADE MATERIALS, 29 PALMS BAND OF MISSION INDIANS, MATICH CORPORATION, OPUS BANK AND CHARLES ABBOTT AND ASSOCIATES.
THE TOWN OF YUCCA VALLEY KICKS OFF THEIR 22ND ANNUAL YUCCA VALLEY SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVAL WITH A FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR! THIS PATRIOTIC EVENT FEATURES FOOD, FREE FACE PAINTING AND GIVEAWAYS. LISTEN TO LIVE POP, SOFT ROCK, BLUES AND FUNK MUSIC BY “DESERT SOL” STARTING AT 6:30 AT THE BREHM PARK ON LITTLE LEAGUE DRIVE. GATES OPEN AT 6. BRING YOUR BLANKETS, LAWN CHAIRS AND COOLERS! ENJOY AN INCREDIBLE FIREWORKS DISPLAY AT 9 P.M. PLEASE NO PETS OR ALCOHOL AT THIS FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENT. FOR VENDOR OR SPONSORSHIP INFO CALL THE TOWN AT 369-7211 OR VISIT THEIR WEBSITE AT YUCCA DASH VALLEY DOT ORG
Profoundly simple or simply profound, the Tiny Habits method has enabled thousands to live healthier, happier, more successful lives. Bypass willpower by making behaviors automatic.
The class consists of two two-hour sessions plus one-on-one guidance from Certified Coach Bob Rowell. Harness the power of neurochemistry. Discover the hidden behavioral secrets used by industry giants Facebook and Nike.
Profoundly simple or simply profound, the Tiny Habits method has enabled thousands to live healthier, happier, more successful lives. Bypass willpower by making behaviors automatic.
The class consists of two two-hour sessions plus one-on-one guidance from Certified Coach Bob Rowell. Harness the power of neurochemistry. Discover the hidden behavioral secrets used by industry giants Facebook and Nike.
There will be food, games, and activities for kids of all ages. So come and help us celebrate 18 years of ministry. This event is free and open to the community.
Saturday, July 15 at Sky’s The Limit: Jupiter, Saturn and the Milky Way
Saturday, July 15 at Sky’s The Limit: Jupiter, Saturn and the Milky Way
Sky’s The Limit Observatory and Nature Center invites stargazers to enjoy the desert night sky on Saturday, July 15. This free public event begins at 8:45 pm and ends around midnight. The Observatory is at 9697 Utah Trail in Twentynine Palms, just outside the main (north) entrance to Joshua Tree National Park.
The bright summer Milky Way should be a beautiful sight as it rises above the eastern horizon.
Numerous star clusters and nebulae are visible to the naked eye and resolve into sparking jewels through a telescope. Best of these are the Lagoon Nebula, Trifid Nebula, and Wild Duck Cluster.
Saturn and its glorious rings will offer picturesque detail, and Jupiter will show colorful cloud belts and four moons.
Prominent constellations are Delphinus (the Dolphin), Scorpius (the Scorpion), Aquila (the Eagle), Sagittarius (the Archer), Lyra (the Harp), and Cygnus (the Swan).
Volunteers will set up a variety of kinds and sizes of telescopes on the winding sidewalks, and guests are welcome to use them or may bring their own binoculars and scopes as well. The presentation is very casual, so come at any time and leave when you wish. Bring a red flashlight to preserve night vision.
The campus is always open, so arrive around sunset to allow time to visit other educational attractions before the cosmic tour begins at dark. Dress for unpredictable desert weather and bring snacks, water bottles, and chairs. Children under 16 must be accompanied by adults. No pets, no smoking or alcohol allowed on the STL campus, and visitors must carry out all trash.
The seasonal sky is very unpredictable and a viewing event may have to be delayed, rescheduled, or cancelled due to cloudiness, rain, or excessive wind. Check Sky’s The Limit Facebook Page or follow @STL29Palms to learn the latest status of an event, or call Steve at (760) 401-3004.
For more information and to see photos taken through STL’s 14” Celestron Schmidt–Cassegrain telescope, visit the STL web site at www.skysthelimit29.org. STL is a tax-exempt nonprofit organization. Donations to support Sky’s The Limit’s educational programs are gratefully accepted.
Important Birds of Ancient Lake Cahuilla and the Salton Sea” presented by Kurt Leuschner, Professor of Natural Resources at College of the Desert
Before the Salton Sea, there was Ancient Lake Cahuilla. Only hundreds of years ago this giant freshwater lake filled the entire Salton Sink and most of the Coachella Valley. Birds and people depended on this body of water just like they do today. In this program, you’ll learn about the special birds associated with this lake that was six times bigger than today’s Salton Sea.
Kurt Leuschner is a Professor of Natural Resources at College of the Desert where he teaches courses on Conservation, Entomology, Field Ornithology, Native Plants, and GPS Navigation. He has a Bachelor’s degree in Zoology from U.C. Santa Barbara and a Master’s in Wildlife Ecology from the University of Florida. He is the founder of the Desert Cities Bird Club, on the Board of Directors of Western Field Ornithologists, and is past President of the Natural Science Collaborative. His most recent publications are the Palms to Pines Birding and Nature Trail map and brochure and a Field Guide to Desert Golf Course Wildlife. Kurt also teaches weekend courses and workshops on birdwatching, insects, GPS, and backyard habitats for UCR Extension, the Desert Institute, the Desert Studies Center, and the Living Desert. His latest research project involves the sound recording of the various subspecies of Western Scrub-Jay.
Bring your lunch, bring your friends, or just bring yourself to our Brown Bag Lunch Lecture Series once a month. Speakers will present topics of special interest for high desert residents. The lectures start at 12:00 p.m. Admission is $ 5 – Free for Members/Sponsors – beverages will be served.
Are you a prospective parent? Join Hi-Desert Medical Center’s clinical leadership and staff for an informative tour of our Special Additions birthing suite. We also invite you to pre-register your medical information prior to the tour to streamline the admitting process. We know that this time is very exciting but also comes with many questions and concerns. Let us put your mind at ease by providing the information you need and answering your questions! We want to partner with you to bring your new bundle of joy into the world! This event is FREE and open to the public. Registration is required. Please call 760.366.6182 to register or to find out more about this opportunity!
Sky’s The Limit Observatory and Nature Center invites stargazers to enjoy the desert night sky on Saturday, July 22. This free public event begins at 8:45 pm and ends around midnight. The Observatory is at 9697 Utah Trail in Twentynine Palms, just outside the main (north) entrance to Joshua Tree National Park.
Within the Summer Triangle lie some of the most splendid deep sky objects in the Milky Way, including rich open star clusters and oddly shaped planetary nebulae. Most notable are the Ring and Dumbbell Nebulae.
Tonight’s viewing will also feature some prominent dark nebulae that are dark clouds of dust and gas that absorb the light from stars. Stargazers can also catch a view of Jupiter and Saturn.
Prominent constellations are Delphinus (the Dolphin), Scorpius (the Scorpion), Aquila (the Eagle), Sagittarius (the Archer), Lyra (the Harp), and Cygnus (the Swan).
Volunteers will set up a variety of kinds and sizes of telescopes on the winding sidewalks, and guests are welcome to use them or may bring their own binoculars and scopes as well. The presentation is very casual, so come at any time and leave when you wish. Bring a red flashlight to preserve night vision.
The campus is always open, so arrive around sunset to allow time to visit other educational attractions before the cosmic tour begins at dark. Dress for unpredictable desert weather and bring snacks, water bottles, and chairs. Children under 16 must be accompanied by adults. No pets, no smoking or alcohol allowed on the STL campus, and visitors must carry out all trash.
The seasonal sky is very unpredictable and a viewing event may have to be delayed, rescheduled, or cancelled due to cloudiness, rain, or excessive wind. Check Sky’s The Limit Facebook Page or follow @STL29Palms to learn the latest status of an event, or call Steve at (760) 401-3004.
For more information and to see photos taken through STL’s 14” Celestron Schmidt–Cassegrain telescope, visit the STL web site at www.skysthelimit29.org. STL is a tax-exempt nonprofit organization. Donations to support Sky’s The Limit’s educational programs are gratefully accepted.
Sky’s The Limit is offering an Astronomy Class on Wednesday, July 26 beginning at 7:15 pm. Participation is limited to adults, including College and High School students. Classes will be a minimum of 5 participants and a maximum of 10 in order to give personalized instruction. The cost is $20 per person.
The class will begin with a walking tour of the Orrery – a model of the inner planets from Mercury to Mars at a scale of 20 billion to 1, followed by a PowerPoint presentation on the basics of astronomy.
Hands-on instruction at the dome using different types of telescopes and binoculars will provide a personal tour of the night sky. The evening will conclude with observing through STL’s large 14 inch Celestron telescope. Observing will last as long as anyone is interested.
Participants meet at the dome and should plan on about three hours. If you have a scope and would like help setting it up, bring it along. Bring binoculars if you have them, a red flashlight, a clipboard, water, and snacks. Dress for unpredictable desert weather. Participants will receive star charts for each month and a copy of Celestron’s brochure, How To Buy Your First Telescope.
The Observatory is just outside the main (north) entrance to Joshua Tree National Park at 9697 Utah Trail in Twentynine Palms. To register or for more information contact Ray Yeager 760-365-7897 or ryeager890@aol.com.
