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Joshua Tree Art Gallery Holidaze exhibition tonight 12/10

The Joshua Tree Art Gallery, or JTAG - is having an opening reception tonight from 6 to 8PM as part of the second saturday Gallery Walk. Currently on display is their annual HOLIDAZE exhibition of artsy gifts for the giving season - all for sale for $200 and under. This exhibition features over 180 artworks created by 61 local artists. The exhibition has artwork in a variety of mediums including ceramics, found assemblage, greeting cards, fiber, jewelry, paintings, photographs, prints and…

‘Jingle Paws’ shelter animal food and supplies drive at Palms-N-Paws in 29 Palms

Palms-N-Paws, the official animal shelter of the City of Twentynine Palms, is hosting their annual “Jingle Paws” food drive for animals for the holidays. The food drive started on December 6th and will be running all the way to Jan 3rd in 2023. Bags of dry dog and cat food, canned pet food, and packaged animal treats will be welcomed as well as cleaning supplies such as bleach and laundry detergent. Pet supplies can be delivered to drop-off boxes located at the Palms–N-Paws shelter. Palms-N-Paws…

‘Last Chance’ Holiday Bazaar at 29 Palms Elk’s Lodge Sunday 12/11

The 29 Palms Elks Lodge "LAST CHANCE" HOLIDAY BAZAAR is this Sunday, December 11, from 10a.m. to 4 pmThere will be 40 crafters and artisans, with unique one of a kind gifts, Christmas Music and Raffles – Along with the famous holiday couple Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus who will be available for pictures. Make it a full day affair with breakfast burritos in the morning and lunch being served at noon - Come join the fun at the 29 Palms Elk Lodge right off Hwy 62 at Barranca St.

Have retro gadgets? Hi-Desert Nature Museum wants to borrow them

A new community-curated exhibit called “Gadgets Galore! Transforming the American Household” is collecting vintage everyday objects for its new 2023 exhibit at the Hi Desert Nature Museum in Yucca Valley. Gadgets Galore! Will uncover the histories and mysteries surrounding once-state of the art inventions like the rotary telephone or record player - and its seeking community submissions for pre-1990 gadgets. If you are a collector or retro-enthusiast with vintage objects either ordinary,strange…

Landers band Banny Grove concert tomorrow night in Joshua Tree 12/7

There’s a concert at the old Firehouse in Joshua Tree tonight - Banny Grove are a local Landers-based band who are being joined by Babehoven and Scout Gillett. The show starts at 7PM and there is a suggested $10 cover. The old firehouse in Joshua Tree has been hosting art and concert events - you can find a link to their location and the concert flier at this story on our website. The show starts at 7PM sharp, and the doors will be closed to keep it warm inside.

Free Flu and COVID shots and information session on Wed. 12/7

The Morongo Basin Healthcare District is offering a FREE COVID and Flu public talk and vaccination event tomorrow - Wednesday, Dec. 7, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Yucca Valley Senior Center. Michelle Zaccaria, RN, will be on-hand addressing COVID “facts vs. myths” and the importance of getting COVID and Flu vaccinations. She will also be administering FREE COVID and Flu vaccines. Those wishing to receive a COVID booster should bring their vaccination card. No appointment or reservation is…

Disabled Military Veterans information session this Thursday, 12/8

An information session explaining benefits available to disabled military veterans will be held in Twentynine Palms on December 8. The event is being put on by Disabled American Veterans, and members of the organization will be on hand to help explain benefits and help veterans and their families fill assistance claims. The event begins at 9 a.m. on Thursday, December 8, and will be held at the Luckie Park Activity Center, 74325 Joe Davis Drive.

December’s full moon joins bright-red visible Mars tonight 12/6

The full moon reaches its peak tonight or tomorrow, depending on how late you are staying up. The December full moon is called “The Cold moon” in a nod to the winter season tightening its grip on much of the US. Some other tribal names for December’s full moon are the Frost or Winter moon. Mars will also be the brightest its been in the last two years. We’re lucky with our dark skies - you’ll be able to spot the steadily-lit orangish-red planet with your naked eye - it will peak over the horizon…