H & M Coachella Fest Kick-off party at Merv Griffin Estate
Coachella Fest had more than concerts during the two weeks of performances. Private celebrity parties were popping up all over the desert. There were pre and post Coachella Fest parties. Vips and celebrities were wined and dined at beautiful private estates. One of the Pre-Coachella fest parties was the H & M Loves Music Kickoff [...]
1st tee with President Bill Clinton at the Humana Golf Classic
Former President Bill Clinton was a very noticeable presence in the Humana Golf Classic. Tuesday he held the Clinton Initiative Conference. Wednesday he toured schools and the Valley. Thursday found him on the first tee with Golf Legends Gary Player and Billy Casper. President Clinton was not able to play in the tournament this year [...]
Grand Opening: Cork and Fork Restaurant in LaQuinta
A new restaurant is opening in LaQuinta on January 18th called the Cork and Fork. The restaurant features small plates of food and a variety of wines. Chef Andie Hubka and business Manager Jane Angwin are owners of Cooking with Class which is just next door. Class members and customers kept asking when they were [...]
Bill Clinton at LaQuinta Resort & Spa
Bill Clinton, our 42nd President, held his 2nd annual Clinton Initiative, Health Matters in Every Generation, at LaQuinta Resort Spa on Jan. 15th. This is a huge conference on Health Care and Obesity in our young and old alike.The main topic is activating wellness in all our lives and fighting obesity by working together in [...]
Humana Classic Golf tournament
The Humana Classic and the Clinton Foundation again partner to bring the Humana Golf tournament to La Quinta. A Media day was held on Dec. 5th where writers and golfers were informed about the upcoming golf tournament in January. The Golf tournament was started and called the Bob Hope Classic 54 years ago. Humana wants [...]
World record attempts at the HITS Championship in Palm Springs December 1-2, 2012
World record attempts, triathlon veterans and first-time triathletes come together at the HITS Championship in Palm Springs, CA December 1-2, 2012 What: Roughly 1200 athletes will participate in the return of HITS Triathlon Series to Palm Springs, CA this weekend. Designed for seasoned triathletes as well as first-timers, the HITS Triathlon Series features five distances [...]
The “Blessing of the Animals” in La Quinta
On Saturday October 6th pet owners brought their animals to either St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church Palm Desert or St. Frances Catholic Church in La Quinta. This day is set aside to bless all animals. Pet owners brought all their loved animals for this special blessing. Some brought old and sick animals to receive this blessing [...]
Humana Challenge Named ‘Sports Event of the Year’
Prestigious Industry Publications Honor Only PGA TOUR Event Nominated LA QUINTA, CA – The 2012 Humana Challenge in partnership with the Clinton Foundation earned one of the most prestigious awards in sports business and events when respected Street & Smith publications SportsBusiness Journal and SportsBusiness Daily named the PGA TOUR golf tournament its Sports Event [...]
The 8th Annual K-Swiss Desert Smash Celebrity Charity Tennis
The 8th Annual K-Swiss Desert Smash Celebrity Charity Tennis event was held on Tuesday March 6th at LaQuinta Resort and Spa, Tennis was held at the LaQuinta Resort Stadium Center Court. Tennis pro-am tournaments were held thru out the day. A pro-am Luncheon was held at 2. The Desert Smash Tennis Exhibition featured top Tennis [...]
The Humana Challenge Golf Tournament, formerly the HOPE played in La Quinta
The Humana Challenge Golf Tournament, formerly the HOPE, was played on 3 courses, La Quinta and the Palmer and Nicklaus courses.Celebrities playing in the tournament were fewer this year but that is because of a different format where there were 2 pro golfers in each foursome. The tournament was also reduced to 4 days instead [...]