Mara’s Christmas Wish calling for volunteers
Mara’s Christmas Wish, a beloved Morongo Basin tradition for the last 30 years, is calling for volunteers to assist with their Food-Card and Toy Giveaway at 6PM on December 10 at the Yucca Valley Community Center. If you’re interested in…
Free coats provided to those in need at United Methodist in 29 Palms
As the weather grows ever colder, one High Desert church is providing free coats to those in need. The United Methodist Church of Twentynine Palms is offering coats and warmer clothing to all comers free of charge. The church is located at 6250…
Thought Theatre holding auditions for Sam Shephard play ‘True West’
Thought Theatre Morongo Basin is holding auditions for its upcoming production of the play “True West” by Sam Shepard. Auditions are Sunday Dec 4 from 5-7pm at Groves Cabin Theatre in Morongo Valley. The Production will be directed by Thought…
Rollin’ Dust Devils brings rollerskating to Yucca Valley tomorrow
Got a pair of rollerskates in your closet gathering dust, or maybe a skateboard or scooter that is already feeling the winter blues? Break those wheels out of the closet because the Rollin’ Dust Devils will be tearing up the old derby track at…
Yucca Valley Christmas Tree Lighting Tonight at 6:00PM 11/29
On Tuesday (November 29), the Town of Yucca Valley will flip the switch and light up the town’s official Christmas tree. The pre-lighting event begins at 5 p.m., in front of the Yucca Valley Library on the corner of Highway 62 and Old Woman…
CHiPS for KIDS Toy Drive – Donation Drop off and info
The California Highway Patrol has kicked off their annual CHiPS for Kids toy drive - the CHP collects toys for needy children here in the Morongo Basin and you can donate a new, unwrapped toy at the Walgreen in Yucca Valley or at the Morongo…
29 Palms Community Center closed Thursday and Friday for Thanksgiving (11/24-11/25)
The Twentynine Palms Parks & Recreation Department announced they will be closing the Twentynine Palms Community Center tomorrow (November 24) and Friday (November 25) for the Thanksgiving holiday. The Community Center located at 6547…
29 Palms Holiday Light Decorating Contest and Festival sign-up
The city of Twentynine Palms is spreading the cheer this year with a Holiday Festival on December 6th that includes a light parade, tree lighting ceremony, a holiday market and a light decorating contest. Show off your house decorating skills…
Make a stray dog or cat’s Christmas with Joshua Tree VFW Donation Drive
The Joshua Tree VFW is running a Christmas event supporting stray cats and dogs. The organization will be collecting blankets, rugs, and towels in the hope of keeping cold animals warm. Donations will be delivered to no-kill animal shelter in…
‘Mara’s Christmas Wish’ continues Basin holiday giving tradition
Longtime residents know the name Mara Cantelo - she ran “Tender Loving Christmas” for 34 years, giving food and presents during the holiday season to those less fortunate and in need. When Mara passed away in 2017, friends and colleagues…
‘Operation Dust Devil’ aims at curbing dangerous and illegal off-roading
Listen here: With the conclusion of marijuana-enforcement Operation Hammerstrike, San Bernardino Sheriff Shannon Dicus has reallocated deputies to Operation Dust Devil, an off-roading enforcement team to crack down on illegal and irresponsible…
Thanksgiving Outreach at Way Station in Joshua Tree Tuesday (11/22)
The Way Station in Joshua Tree will be running a Thanksgiving Outreach tomorrow (November 22), which will provide a food box and turkeys for all who come. In addition to food, coffee, sweet rolls, and used clothing will be available, alongside…
Reach Out Morongo Basin Holiday Potluck on 12/10
Reach Out Morongo Basin invites donors, volunteers, clients, and everyone in the community to attend its annual Holiday Brunch Potluck on December 10. The event will feature a holiday meal of ham and three side dishes, but attendees are asked to…
Blood drive in Twentynine Palms 11/22
Blood is desperately needed in the Morongo Basin. To that end, Lifestream will be holding a blood drive tomorrow (November 22) from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Little Church of the Desert, located at 6079 Adobe Road in Twentynine Palms. Healthy…
10 Artists celebrate Joshua Tree Residencies at the BoxoProjects Exhibition
Listen here: Reporting by Hilary Sloane BoxoProjects, 10x10 is a 10th-anniversary exhibition celebrating ten artists who have participated in residencies at BoxoProjects over the past ten years. 10x10 is also an exploration of Contemporary Art…
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After founder’s death, the Glass Outhouse has a new operator
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