Big Jazz Concert this Friday,
February 1st!Two generations of
performers come together for a musical treat, Friday, February 1, 2008 at 7
PM at the Mary Pickford Theatre, when legendary jazz pianist Buddy Greco and
singer Lezlie Anders team up with the Cathedral City High School Jazz Band.
The free concert is part of the 2007-08 LIVEARTS Performing Arts Series
being presented by the Cathedral City Public Arts Commission.
Buddy and Lezlie will perform four outstanding musical
numbers and the jazz band will provide the rest of the evening’s
entertainment.
Mr. Greco, the world’s foremost jazz pianist and singer,
began his career with the Benny Goodman Orchestra. He and his wife, singer
Lezlie Anders, own “Buddy Greco’s”, the nationally acclaimed jazz club in
Cathedral City. Mr. Greco has recorded 68 albums and over 100 singles. Well
known as an international recording artist and performer, he is one of the
most prolific entertainers in show business. He has appeared in every major
concert hall, theatre and nightclub in the world, as well as in movies and
television.
Ms. Anders is a recording artist and leader of her own
orchestra. While she was appearing at Las Vegas’ Desert Inn she and Buddy
met, and the rest is history! She stars in the stage production “Fever”, a
tribute to Miss Peggy Lee. Lezlie and Buddy have generously donated their
talents for this historic concert.
The High school jazz band will be directed by Mr. Gregory
Whitmore, who, as a drum major, led the University of Michigan Marching Band
and has been named in “Who’s Who of American Teachers” for the last four
years. He recently receive an Cathedral City Chamber of Commerce Orion Award
“Educator of the Year Award” for Cathedral City High School. The Cathedral
City High School Jazz Band performed at Carnegie Hall, Disneyland and other
prestigious venues around the country.
The Performing Arts Series is made possible by The
Community Foundation; NAI Consulting; Harris & Associates; Granite
Construction; Choctaw Construction; Total Marketing Partners; James R.
Peters Construction Management & Inspection and MSA Consulting.
Tour de Palm Springs
The Tour de Palm Springs is one of the largest charity
bike rides in the United states with proceeds going to many Coachella Valley
non-profit organizations. The event has grown from 300 riders when it began
in 1998 to over 8,000 riders of all ages today. There will be a Bike-Expo
from noon until 5 PM on Friday, February 8th and the ride itself will be on
Saturday, February 9th. Go to
www.tourdepalmsprings.com for details on start times, route, how to
register, etc.
Cathedral City Streets
Affected by Tour de Palm Springs
On Sat. Feb. 9th, the Tour de Palm Springs will be having its annual bike
ride event throughout the valley.
One of the routes involves the Ramon Rd./DaVall Rd.
intersection. Due to the number of riders in the event, traffic delays are
expected at this intersection. Traffic delays are also expected on DaVall
Rd. s/b from 30th Ave. to Dinah Shore Drive, due to the limited lane
availability. Residents and visitors in the Century Park area of Cathedral
City are urged to use alternate routes between the hours of 8am and 4pm.
Join the Friends of the
Cathedral City Library
The Friends of the Cathedral City Library support the
library by raising funds. Events like last weekend’s Friends of the Library
Book Sale are organized and staffed by the organization.
The Friends are looking for new members and new board
members to carry on this important work that benefits the entire community.
The Friends meet once a month on the first Monday of the Month.
For more information call the Cathedral City Library at
760-328-4262.
And There’s Lots Going on at
the Library in February!
Fun With Opera!
Wednesday, Feb. 6 at 6:00
"Fun With Opera!" rocks the house with humor, music, and
audience interaction. The whole family will love this exciting show that
brings musical examples from the world’s most popular operatic works to the
library for an unforgettable performance! Presented by Opera Pacific of
Santa Ana, CA. Each child will receive a FREE book at the event!
This program is the eighth in our “Books Come Alive!”
series, which is funded by a grant from the Anderson Children’s Foundation.
Watch for more programs in this series every month.
Lizards and Snakes and Tortoises...LIVE!
Wednesday, Feb. 27 at 6:00
Learn all about tortoises, snakes, and lizards at this
exciting hands-on program with live reptiles from the local mobile zoo, “Zoo
4 U”. Meet more than a dozen different critters! Watch your favorite
librarian hold a python! This program is the ninth in our “Books Come
Alive!” series. Each child will receive a FREE book at the program.
Watch for more programs in this series every month. “Books Come Alive!” is
funded by a grant from the Anderson Children’s Foundation.
Paws to Read
Sundays, Feb. 10, 17, 24
2:00-3:30
Children read one-on-one with a trained therapy dog from
the Animal Samaritans Animal Assisted Therapy program. This helps improve a
child’s reading skills and confidence. Open to children of all ages and
reading abilities.
Story Time!
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME on Thursdays at 11:00
Come enjoy story time! Stories, crafts, songs, and tons of fun for
everyone! For all preschool children ages 3-5. Parents and grandparents are
always welcome.
BILINGUAL STORY TIME on Tuesdays at 11:00
Come join us for story time in English and Spanish. Stories, crafts,
songs, and tons of fun for everyone! For all preschool children ages 3-5.
Parents and grandparents are always welcome.
Family Story Time on Wednesdays at 6:00 PM
Join us for family story time with Miss Beth! Stories, crafts, songs,
and fun for kids of all ages. Parents and grandparents are encouraged to
come along!
MISS VADINE’S READING TIME on Saturdays at
11:00, February 9, 16, & 23
Come join the fun! Volunteer Vadine Dahl reads stories to children ages
3 and up.
Plus There’s Free Tax Help at
the Library, Too, Through April
February 7-April 15
Every Tuesday & Thursday 10:00-1:00
(Except March 4 and April 1)
Cathedral City Library Community Room
Free Tax Preparation & Counseling, provided by AARP. No
appointments; just walk in and sign up. IRS-certified volunteers provide
free tax counseling and preparation services to low- and middle-income
taxpayers, with special attention to those ages 60 and older. For more
information about the AARP Tax-Aide program, call 1-888-AARP-NOW or visit
their website at
www.aarp.org/money/taxaide.
