Tree lighting ceremonies this week in Twentynine Palms and Yucca Valley

Once thanks have been given and November has passed, we are ready to light up the holiday trees across the Morongo Basin. On Tuesday, December 3, the City of Twentynine Palms will host their annual Holiday Festival at Freedom Plaza. The family-friendly evening will begin with the Holiday Light Parade illuminating downtown Twentynine Palms, followed by the Tree Lighting Ceremony. There will be face painting, food vendors, and local music by Z107.7FM, with a special appearance by Mr. Claus. The…

Dance Mojave hosting a sneak peek fundraiser for the upcoming production of “The Desert Nutcracker”

On Saturday, November 23, Dance Mojave is hosting a fundraising event to help support their upcoming performances of the classic seasonal ballet, The Desert Nutcracker. The afternoon will begin with a private, ticketed showcase at Laster Sanctuary. Attendees will view a sneak peek of three scenes from the ballet performance, visit with the 46 animals on site, and have the opportunity to begin bidding at an all-day silent auction featuring gift cards and merchandise from local businesses. The…

Yucca Valley Town Council: Youth Commission, budget, and project updates

Housekeeping is on the agenda for the Yucca Valley Town Council. Here is reporter Adeline J. Wells with that and more on tonight’s meeting. The Yucca Valley Town Council meeting will kick off with the Council’s review of the 2024-2025 Youth Commission appointees, as nominated by the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Commission. Each year, the Town appoints individuals in grades 7 through 12 to serve on the Youth Commission, which advises the PRCC on youth-related issues. This year, the Town…