Walter Clark Legal Group Donates 4,500 Backpacks to Students for the School Year
Walter Clark Legal Group Donates 4,500 Backpacks to Students for the School YearRancho Mirage, CA – July 13, 2026 – Walter Clark Legal Group is donating 4,500 backpacks to students across Southern California as they prepare to return to school. Backpack deliveries and distributions are scheduled to take place over the coming weeks at the following schools and districts:350 backpacks to students at Kennedy Elementary School during the Chalk the Walk Event on August 11, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. on the
Katie's Guide to Rancho Mirage: Summer Staycation
Katie's Guide to Rancho MirageSummer Staycation: Fall in Love with Rancho Mirage By Katie Slimko-Tuvell, IOM President & CEO, Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce There is something magical about summer in Rancho Mirage. While some people think summer is the time to leave the desert, those of us who call this community home know there is another side to the season. Summer gives us a chance to slow down, reconnect, enjoy incredible hospitality, and rediscover the hidden treasures right in our own
Valley's Top Workforce Leaders Headline Rancho Mirage Chamber Panel July 15
RANCHO MIRAGE CHAMBER TO HOST WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PANEL WITH VALLEY'S TOP EDUCATION LEADERS WHAT:The Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce's Signature Speaker Series — a moderated panel on the Coachella Valley's talent pipeline and workforce development, the top concern facing local employers. WHO:• Sheila Thornton — President & CEO, OneFuture Coachella Valley• Val Martinez Garcia — Superintendent/President, College of the Desert• Oscar Fonseca — Career Readiness Program Coordinator, CSUSB Palm Desert
One Wristband, Forty Reasons to Feel Good
One Wristband, Forty Reasons to Feel GoodHere's one of the best-kept secrets of Taste of Summer Rancho Mirage: when you buy your $10 wristband, you're not just unlocking a month of incredible dining deals—you're directly supporting a local nonprofit of your choice.This year, nearly forty local nonprofit organizations are participating in Taste of Summer by selling wristbands as a summer fundraiser. The summer months can be especially challenging for charities, and this event gives them a meaningful way to
WALTER CLARK LEGAL GROUP COVERS RIDE FARE FOR INDEPENDENCE DAY
WALTER CLARK LEGAL GROUP COVERS RIDE FARE FOR INDEPENDENCE DAYRancho Mirage, CA - Independence Day weekend partygoers can count on Walter Clark Legal Group’s Safe Ride Home Program to get them home safely because the law firm is once again reimbursing cab and rideshare fares for people who register for a special coupon before Friday, July 3, 2026. Reimbursement is offered for rides taken between 10:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. on July 3 and July 4. To register for a free reimbursement coupon, go to walterclark.com
Congratulations to Desert Town Hall’s 2026 Youth Ambassador Scholarship Recipients
INDIAN WELLS, Calif. -- June 22, 2026 -- The Board of Directors of Desert Forum, Inc. is pleased to announce Desert Town Hall’s 2026 Youth Ambassador Scholarship recipients. Desert Town Hall is committed to creating unforgettable experiences by delivering engaging, inspiring, and thought-provoking ideas through the voices of world-class speakers. The speaker series consists of four events each year, from January to April. Youth Town Hall is the student part of these events, providing opportunities for up
Take the Guesswork Out of Networking
Take the Guesswork Out of Networking How to walk into any room and actually enjoy yourself Let's be honest about something. For a lot of us, the word "networking" lands with a little thud. It conjures up a crowded room, a name tag curling at the corner, a warm drink we're holding mostly so our hands have a job, and that low hum of panic: Who do I talk to? What do I say? When can I leave? Here's the good news. Networking isn't a performance, and it's definitely not about working a room like you're
25 Simple Ways to Increase Revenue Without Finding New Customers
25 Simple Ways to Increase Revenue Without Finding New Customers Most businesses don’t need more customers. They need to maximize the relationships, resources, partnerships, and opportunities they already have. As I collect feedback through business walks, surveys, and member meetings and gatherings - I hear you say that you need more customers, which is true. And, maximizing your current customer base is also extremely valuable ... heck, they are already your customers! Here is a list go get you
Workforce Development Starts with Small Business: Practical Hiring Strategies for the Coachella Valley
Workforce Development Starts with Small Business: Practical Hiring Strategies for the Coachella Valley For many small business owners in the Coachella Valley, finding and retaining qualified employees remains one of the biggest challenges to growth. Whether you're operating a restaurant, retail store, construction company, healthcare practice, or professional services firm, workforce development isn't just a government initiative—it's a business strategy. The first step is preparation. Before posting a
A Thread That Holds the Valley Together: Understanding Valley Chambers
A Thread That Holds the Valley Together By Katie Slimko-Tuvell, President & CEO, Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce If you run a business anywhere in the Coachella Valley, you've probably had this moment of friendly confusion: which chamber of commerce is mine? We're lucky to have a remarkable number of them across these nine cities and the communities in between — Palm Springs, the Palm Desert Area, Indian Wells, Thousand Palms, the Greater Coachella Valley, DBA, DVBA that brings several areas under
Parkinson’s Resource Organization to Attend World Parkinson Congress in Phoenix
Parkinson’s Resource Organization to Attend World Parkinson Congress in Phoenix Local nonprofit to represent Coachella Valley Parkinson’s community at one of the world’s leading Parkinson’s gatherings Palm Desert, CA, May 19, 2026 – Parkinson’s Resource Organization (PRO) will join more than 4,000 delegates from over 70 countries at the World Parkinson Congress, one of the largest and most influential Parkinson’s events in the world, in Arizona next week.Held every three years, the World Parkinson Congress
Katie Slimko-Tuvell, IOM, Named to Board of Directors of the Western Association of Chamber Executives
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASERancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce Katie Slimko-Tuvell, IOM, Named to Board of Directors of the Western Association of Chamber ExecutivesRancho Mirage Chamber President & CEO Joins Regional Leadership Body Serving Chamber Professionals Across the West RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. — The Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that its President and CEO, Katie Slimko-Tuvell, IOM, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Western Association of Chamber Executives
What’s ‘Growing Wild’ in the Sunnylands gardens? Movies in May
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 15, 2026CONTACT: Ken Chavez 760-202-2266, kchavez@sunnylands.org What’s ‘Growing Wild’ in the Sunnylands gardens? Movies in May Sunnylands’ free outdoor movie series, Films in the Gardens, resumes in May with a trio of films knit together under the theme, “Growing Wild,” which drew inspiration from the ongoing exhibition, Curating Canopy: Trees at Sunnylands.Films in the Gardens runs for three consecutive Friday evenings in May. Each movie begins at 8 p.m. They are:May 1
Sunnylands celebrates desert plants and wildlife with a free Family Day on April 19
Sunnylands celebrates desert plants and wildlife with a free Family Day on April 19 RANCHO MIRAGE, CA – Just three days before Earth Day, Sunnylands is inviting the public to explore the beauty of the desert at its annual “Family Day: In the Gardens,” a day filled with activities focused on desert plants, wildlife, and art materials that can be found in nature. The event at Sunnylands Center & Gardens is open to the public from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 19. Admission and parking are free.
CATurday Breakfast + BINGO Returns to Palm Springs to Help Local Cats and Kittens in Need
CATurday Breakfast + BINGO Returns to Palm Springs to Help LocalCats and Kittens in NeedPALM SPRINGS, CA - Animal Samaritans invites cat lovers across the Coachella Valley to its 5th Annual CATurday Breakfast + BINGO, happening Saturday, April 25, 2026, inside the Sky Ballroom at Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs.Tickets are $40 and include a full breakfast, complimentary mimosas, and one BINGO card per game. Guests will also have the chance to win fabulous prizes including a staycation at Rowan Palm Springs,
Desert Institute at JTNPA Announces Desert Voices: A Day of Writing and Storytelling in Joshua Tree
Desert Institute at JTNPA Announces Desert Voices: A Day of Writing and Storytelling in Joshua Tree Twentynine Palms, CA, March 19, 2026 – Desert Institute, the educational branch of Joshua Tree National Park Association (JTNPA), will host Desert Voices: A Writers Gathering. This day-long gathering is for writers, thinkers, and storytellers, on Saturday, April 18, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM at High Desert Test Sites in Joshua Tree, CA. Through prose and poetry workshops, readings, and panel
Angel’s Haven Care: Residential Assisted Living with Heart in Rancho Mirage
Caring for Seniors in Rancho Mirage Rancho Mirage is a community known for its sunshine, beauty, and neighborly spirit. As families here look for the best ways to support their aging loved ones, residential assisted living has become an increasingly popular choice. It offers seniors the comfort of home with the safety, care, and companionship they need.What Makes Residential Assisted Living Special? Unlike large nursing facilities, residential assisted living homes provide a family-like atmosphere with
The Scroll Before the Stroll: How Digital Visibility Drives Real-World Foot Traffic
Your business’s digital presence is no longer optional. It’s the storefront before the storefront — the place people check before they check you out in person. And if you're not there, you're not just invisible. You’re irrelevant. Every search, scroll, and social post is a potential turning point for foot traffic, sales, and long-term customer loyalty. That presence — your business’s signal to the world — shapes perception, decision-making, and reputation before anyone sets foot inside.Build Trust Before
