Miltary Order of Purple Heart Chapter
We will be starting a chapter of the Military of Purple Heart in the Coachella Valley for those who are interested.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony – The Messengers
Meet The Messengers! The City of Indio invites you to the official ribbon-cutting ceremony for its newest public art installation, The Messengers, on Friday, July 18, 2025, at 6 p.m. in Downtown Indio.
Created by renowned Sri Lankan artist Kumkum Fernando, The Messengers first appeared at the 2023 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, captivating audiences with their vibrant, towering forms. Now, two of these colorful, robot-like sculptures, standing 65 to 75 feet tall, have found a permanent home in Indio!🤖
Date: July 18, 2025
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Corner of Towne St. & Bliss Ave.
Ethical Cataract Care Pledge Signing Event
Join Desert Vision Center for a landmark event in honor of Cataract Awareness Month: The Ethical Cataract Care Pledge Signing Event.
This special gathering brings together patients, professionals, and community allies to take a public stand for transparency and ethics in eye care. Dr. Keith Tokuhara, a nationally recognized cataract surgeon, will formally sign the Ethical Cataract Care Pledge–committing to kickback-free, patient-first care.
Guests can also:
- Sign the pledge as individuals or businesses
- Share stories and testimonials
- Enjoy light refreshments and community connection
- Receive a free, shareable badge
- Enter a celebratory drawing for event-exclusive giveaways
Free and open to the public. Whether you’re a patient, a fellow professional, or a supporter of ethical medicine–your presence matters.
Let’s lead the change–together.
Art Exhibition/Sale
Art Exclusive Collection- Iva’s Paintings with Frizzante Fine Jewelers invite you to join our Sparkling Champagne Gallery Event on El Passeo Palm Desert
May 17 2pm-6pm
73151 El Passeo Palm Deset CA
Chanticleer, GRAMMY® Award-winning vocal ensemble
The GRAMMY® Award-winning vocal ensemble Chanticleer is known around the world as “an orchestra of voices” for its wide-ranging repertoire and dazzling virtuosity. Join us for an unforgettable evening of beautiful harmonies and breathtaking performances at St Margaret’s Episcopal Church. Chanticleer’s repertoire is rooted in the renaissance, and has continued to expand to include a wide range of classical, gospel, jazz, popular music, and a deep commitment to the commissioning of new compositions and arrangements. Prepare to be mesmerized by their incredible talent and passion for music. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the magic of Chanticleer live in person. Get ready to be blown away! Tickets available the door before the performance, (7535 California 74, Palm Desert, CA 92260) or through EventBrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/chanticleer-grammy-award-winning-vocal-ensemble-tickets-1056055042059?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
Model Train Layout Exhibit
Public announcement! We will be holding our Spring Open House on April 12th. Come on down and visit, you will be able to get a closer look at all the details we have on our exhibit. Best of all admission is free! Be sure to mark your calendars. We hope to see you there.
Coachella Valley Barbershop Chorus Harmony for Everyone Show
CVBC will perform new and old favorite a cappella music for an evening of free entertainment. The Cactus Crooners and two other quartets will also be featured.
Isabelle Demers – Organ Concert
Isabelle Demers she has enraptured listeners worldwide with spell-binding performances. Her acclaimed recordings on the Acis and Pro Organo labels have been heralded as “expressive . . . profound and searching” (RSCM’s Church Music Quarterly). Born in Québec and a graduate of Juilliard, Dr. Demers is Associate Professor of Organ at McGill University in Montréal, Québec.
Admission: $40
Emmet Cahill Irish Tenor Concert
Star of PBS Phenomenon Celtic Thunder, Emmet Cahill has been widely hailed as Ireland’s Most Exciting Young Tenor. Appearances in North America have included St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, and sold-out performances at Carnegie Hall and with the world-renowned Tabernacle Choir in Salt Lake City. He is quickly building a reputation for being the golden voice of this generation. Enjoy this classically trained Irish tenor as he performs traditional Irish songs, beloved church hymns and Broadway favorites.
Organ Concert
Hailed as “a great organist” displaying “phenomenal
technique and sheer musicality” (Bloomberg News), James
Kennerley is a multi-faceted artist whose performances are
known for their illustrious flair and thrilling virtuosity,
subtlety and finesse. A prize-winning composer, James
specializes in music for organ and choral ensembles, and
in works that incorporate historic instruments. Mr.
Kennerley holds degrees from Cambridge University and
The Juilliard School, as well as the prestigious Fellowship of
the Royal College of Organists diploma.