2013 Humana Challenge

Formerly know as the Bob Hope Classic this yearly event has raised and donated millions to local charitable organizations. The 2012 Total alone was 2.1 million Dollars.

Under the sponsorship of Humana insurance company the renamed event is taking on health and wellness as a major focus of the event. In conjunction with the Clinton Foundation the event is making Palm Springs a launch pad for a national push to end inequality in preventable health care issues. Certainly an ambitious agenda for any organization much less a charity golf event.

Tickets are still available for the event their website for the last two days of the tournament. Running from January 14-20, 2013 the event brought some 150+ players to the beautiful Coachella Vallley. Host courses were PGA West and the La Quinta Country Club. Televised coverage of the event certainly has focused national attention on how stunningly beautiful LA Quinta and ourt valley as a whole really is.

Celebrities in attendance this year included Tony Bennett, who opened the event at the welcome party, in addition to Carson Daly, Michael Bolton, Ozzie Smith, Craig T. Nelson, Marshall Fowler, Anthony Anderson, Don Felder, Alice Cooper, Ronde Barber and Jay Feely. Additionally President Clinton made appearance in several places around the valley including the tournament.

Evening Under The Stars 2012

May 5th is of course Cinco De Mayo - which is very important of course but in Palm Springs it is the equally Important Evening Under the Stars. In its' 19th year this event is the AIDS Assistance Program's annual fundraiser which generates a major portion of their operating budget for the Food Voucher Program.

The event takes place at the O'Donnell Golf Club in Palm Springs, right behind the Hyatt downtown. Not only is it a beautiful setting it is a great central location for such a fun event.

Past years have seen everyone from The B-52's to Barry Manilow and Suzanne Sommers perform but this year Evening Under The Stars will feature the music of the all-female rock band The Go-Go's. The actress, the lovely, Lainie Kazan will act as Mistress of Ceremonies. The menu for the event is being created by Celebrity Chef Susan Feniger.

Dancing, dinner and entertainment under the stars in downtown Palm Springs all for a great cause! How could you not want to go?

For More information on the Evening under The Stars Use this link.

Tour de Palm Springs - Feb 10-11 2012

Money For Local Charities in Palm Springs

Cycling to make a difference is what the Tour de Palm Springs is all about. The event was designed to raise money for non-profit organizations in the Coachella Valley. With a goal of raising $200,000 for local charities in 2012 the event is not only fun but very helpful to the community.

So get out and enjoy Palm Springs' famous weather, gorgeous mountain scenery, thousands of bike riders, and help raising money for charity. There are rides from 5 miles in length all the way up to the 100 mile ride. Anyone can participate and more information can be found on the website for Tour de Palm Springs.

Humana Challenges Replaces Bob Hope Classic for 2012 Forward

  The 52 year old tournament - part of the PGA Tour - has a new name - new corporate sponsor and a relationship with the Clinton Foundation. The new name and format is coupled with a new focus on health and wellness.

  This years event will run from January 16-22nd 2012 and as usual will benefit Desert Classic Charities. To Honor the dedication and legacy of Bob Hope there will be a newly created Bob Hope Trophy. Over the lifetime of the Tournament more than $50 Million dollars has been raised with a large percentage of that going to fund Eisenhower Hospital.

The Tournament will return to PGA West in La Quinta and the La Quinta Country Club course but drop the use of the Silver Rock Resort Course.  Other changes include a reduction to a four day tournament, and one of the 4 rounds being Pro only. An estimated 144 professional golfers will participate in the event.

This exciting national Golf event will once again bring all eyes on the Desert and our enviable lifestyle and beautiful surroundings. Don't miss it.

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Upcoming Events in The Desert

From Charity walks to Golf Parades there is a great mix of events right around the corner in the Palm Springs  and greater Coachella Valley.

Sept 22-25, 2011 Camelot Theaters Palm Springs - Cinema Diverse - Gay and Lesbian Film Festival

October 14-15, 2011 American Heat Motorcycle Event in Downtown Palm Springs - If you like Motorcycles you will want to be in Palm Springs This weekend.

October 22, 2011 24th annual Desert Aids Walk starting in Ruth Hardy Park at 7:30 am

October 23, 2011 - Palm Desert -If all that walking wears you out you can rest up at the Golf Cart Parade. Held Every year since 1983 this fun event, on El Paseo, showcases just how talented people can be when it comes to designing that perfect Golf Cart.

And this just scratches the surface of all there is to do in the Coachella Valley. From Film Festivals, Food Events, Art shows, Sporting events, Concerts and theater there is always something to do under the Sun in Palm Springs.

Red Day Thursday May 12th

RED DAY -

WHAT IS RED DAY?

RED Day (Renew, Energize and Donate) is an initiative dedicated to celebrating Keller Williams Realty’s year-round commitment to improving our local communities.  Each year, on the second Thursday in May, tens of thousands of associates from across the United States and Canada participate in a wide range of projects, devoting their time to renewing and energizing aspects of the neighborhoods in which they serve.

RED Day initiatives run the gamut: From rebuilding homes, refurbishing local parks, giving to local food shelters, hosting blood drives, beautifying beaches and so much more. Projects are chosen by each individual market center based on a need they see within their community.

Recognizing her leadership in guiding the culture of our company, RED Day is held in honor of Mo Anderson, vice chairman of the board, Keller Williams Realty. This event is an entrenched part of Keller Williams Realty’s culture and displays the extraordinary effect a company can have when individuals come together to work as a team for the greater good of everyone.

This year the Keller Williams offices in the Coachella Valley (Palm Springs, CA) will be helping refurbish and freshen up a group home for project Angel View in the community of Thousand Palms, CA.  Hundreds of agents, support staff and industry partners will help put a fresh face on a residence that Project Angel view operates for disabled adults.

Ask me how you can help!

May 7th Evening Under the Stars Featuring the B52s

Downtown Palm Springs

The 18th year for this annual event  benefits the AIDS Assistance Program.  Ann Walker (of Palm Springs cult movie Sordid Lives fame) will be Mistress of Ceremonies. 

 

This Year the event is an '80's party with the music of popular new wave rockers The B-52s, who have been making great music since their debut in the 80's.  The fun, which includes a silent auction and dinner all starts at 6 p.m. at O’Donnell Golf Club in Palm Springs.

Past entertainers have included Liza Minelli, Lilly Tomlin, Barry Manilow and Suzanne Sommers.

Great Fun and a worthy Charity make this a must attend event!