Route 66, also known as the Will Rogers Highway and Main Street of America, was one of the original U.S. highways established in 1926. The highway runs from Chicago, Illinois, through MIssouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and California, ending in Los Angeles and covering 2,448 miles.
Route 66 served as a major path for those who migrated west, especially during the Dust Bowl of the 1930s. People doing business along the route became prosperous due to the growing popularity of the highway. Route 66 was later bypassed by the new Interstate Highway System, although portions of the road have been designated a National Scenic Byway. It has been recognized in popular culture by both a hit song and the Route 66 television show in the 1960s.
The Route 66 Rendezvous will be held September 13-16 in Downtown
Proposal to issue library cards as IDs builds on city’s rich tradition of strengthening diverse communities
Los Angeles – The Los Angeles Times reported on Tuesday that the City Council is considering a proposal to issue library cards as a form of ID to thousands of Angelenos who contribute on a daily basis to our city’s progress but because of their undocumented immigration status cannot obtain a state ID or driver’s license. The following is a statement for Angelica Salas, executive director for the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (CHIRLA), a regional human and immigrant rights organization with national impact.
“At a time when selling an ice cream, walking a child to school, or riding a bicycle to work can be mean deportation for hundreds of thousands of hard-working and contributing members of the Los Angeles community, we welcome and enthusiastically support the City Council’s proposal to issue library cards as a form of identification.
CHIRLA and the City of Los Angeles have worked extensively for many years to ensure undocumented immigrant workers, families, and students are welcomed and encouraged to succeed in the land of opportunity and freedom. From measures to stop unjust impounds to opportunities for street vendors, it is in the best interest of all Angelenos to foster trustful relations between all members of the community and city entities.
The City of Los Angeles is in the business of strengthening links between communities and their local services, establishing pathways to success for everyone, and welcoming the diverse communities that make this giant urban center their home. An identification card that pays for itself, keeps consumers from falling prey to unscrupulous lenders, and helps a family out of the shadows is an investment worth supporting.”
Palm Springs, CA – The fall Speakers Bureau is being kicked off at The LGBT Community Center of the Desert with a presentation by Animal Samaritanson Improving the Lives of Animals & People on Thursday, September 13th at 10 am.
For more than 30 years, Animal Samaritans has been providing an affordable animal veterinary clinic, a shelter for homeless dogs and cats, educational programs, and an award-winning Animal Assisted Therapy Program that visits hospitals, assisted living facilities, and special needs classrooms.
This will be followed by Walk Across America, presented by Richard Noble who walked across America to bring awareness to anti-gay bullying on Wednesday, September 19th at 6 pm. A Palm Springs resident, Richard’s journey began in March of 2011 when he began his trek across America. Come hear about the many wonderful experiences he had with the people he met, as well as meet Trinity, the dog he picked up along the way, and walked more than 700 miles with him.
There is no cost for either of these lectures, however, registration is appreciated. Call 760-416-7790 to register or for more information.
The Coachella Valley Repertory Theater featured Scott Drier in his “Doris and Me, A Sentimental Journey” cabaret performance at the Atrium in Rancho Mirage on Sept. 8th. He gave another performance on Sunday Sept 9th as the theatre only holds 86 people and it was a sold out show.
Scott Drier has had a long time obsession with the Iconic actress,singer and author, Doris Day. He has this love affair with Doris Day even tho he has never met this fabulous lady. He has watched all her movies and listens to her music daily. He said he even has written a letter to her every day for years.
Scott has an incredible voice as he sang many Doris Day hits. This was the first time anyone has seen this show. They will be performing at the Lawrence Welk Theater in Escondido next month.
Scott sang while being accompanied on the piano by Johnny May. Johnny had many solos during the songs, followed by clapping of an appreciative audience. He and Scott made a terrific team at this performance.
Scott told about his obsession with Doris and how his life has compared to hers in many ways. Similarities in their lives since he was a child. They both found acting and singing by the time they were 12. He said his life has been made better by her songs and movies. She made 39 movies and he named them all in just a minute. He told little known stories about her life and marriages.
He sang her songs in his own style. He stared the show with “Its Magic” and ended it with “Sentimatel Journey”. He asked the audience to sing along with her signature song Que se ra se ra. Scott had his own career and played Will Parker in the show Oklahoma.
This small intimate theatre makes a great setting for similar performances and plays. They also hold Luminary Luncheons. This month the star will be George Chikiris on Sept. 19th. There are only 80 tickets sold for these luncheons and in demand each time. Water, wine and cookies are provided after each evening performance while guests get to meet the artists.
Coachella Valley Repertory Theatre sponsors include Lulu’s and Acqua Pazza Restaurants, Rancho Los Palmas and Steinway Society of the Desert that donated the refurbished piano. Go to cvrep.org for more information.
Scott Drier and Gary Hall ˜photo by Pat Krause
Scott Drier and Ron Celona ˜photo by Pat Krause
Scott Drier ˜photo by Pat Krause
Scott Drier and Johnny May ˜photo by Pat Krause
Scott Drier, singer Vicki Knight and Svend Duus ˜photo by Pat Krause
Apple's Promenade Temecula retail store in Temecula, California was reportedly hit by smash-and-grab robbers last night. According to reports, the robbers used a car to obliterate the entire front glass and security grating of the store before making off with an undetermined amount of merchandise.
As the budget deficit tops $1 trillion for the fourth time, the US might lose its top triple-A debt rating unless it finds a way to decrease the debt, according to Moody’s Investors Service.
If next year’s budget negotiations fail to produce policies that would reduce the deficit, Moody’s would likely lower the rating to Aa1, which is one step below the current Aaa rating. If resulting policies would stabilize or decrease the debt, then Moody expects to keep the current rating as it is.
The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) on Monday said that the government ran a $192 billion deficit in the worst August on record, which brings the federal government to a $1.17 trillion deficit for the fiscal year 2012.
While the deficit is slightly lower than last year’s, the CBO predicts that the government will face another trillion-dollar shortfall next year.
Last year, rival rating agency Standard & Poor’s downgraded the US from its top rating after lawmakers failed to agree on a deficit reduction plan. While on the verge of a government shutdown due to passionate disagreements between Democrats and Republicans, both the US dollar value and the debt rating went down while the Euro was on its four-month high.
Route 66, also known as the Will Rogers Highway and Main Street of America, was one of the original U.S. highways established in 1926. The highway runs from Chicago, Illinois, through MIssouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and California, ending in Los Angeles and covering 2,448 miles.
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