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The article focuses on the abrupt closure of the Los Angeles Shanti Foundation, an AIDS service nonprofit organization in Los Angeles, California on August 21, 2006. The foundation has a quarter-million dollars debt that increases by about $15,000 a month. The foundation almost closed at the end of 2004 but was saved by a quarter-million dollar donation. The members of Shanti's board admitted that they were not always effective in raising the money needed by the foundation.

The article offers travel tips for Palm Springs, California and includes recommendations for entertainment and hotel accomodation.

The article profiles Justin Rudd, a community activist in Long Beach, California. Accordingly, Rudd was named one of the 10 Most Powerful People in Long Beach and also Person of the Year by Long Beach Post readers. Long Beach City Council has honored him for his environmental work. Rudd claims that his good works are a result of God's guidance, and thinks that God instructs all people to do good things.

An interview with gay physician Frank Spinelli is presented. According to him, there are many specific concerns that gay men have which straight men would not have, such as HIV, certain cancers and varying degrees of depression. He recommends gay men to take a shower immediately after sex to prevent methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infection. He says that gay men should screen a doctor carefully to ensure that he connect with him or her.

The article discusses the effort of actor Fred Karger to save the historic Boom Boom Room in Laguna Beach, California, which is believed to be the oldest operating gay bar on the West Coast. It is indicated that the bar, a gay landmark, was set to close in 2006, but got a one-year lease extension. Property owner Stephen Udvar-Hazy is reportedly willing to sell the property. Karger has been appealing to philanthropists and rich gays to preserve the historic bar and the adjoining Coast Inn.

The article reviews the house built high up on San Jacinto Mountain in California and also mentions the interiors of the house along with scenic beauty of Palm Springs surrounding the house.

The article discusses the anti-gay postcard mailed to Rancho Mirage, California voters attacking openly gay Scott Hines who is a Council member. Topics include the suspicion of Hines that the postcards were mailed by "The Gang of Four," consisting of incumbent members of Rancho Mirage City Council including Iris Smotrich, Dana Hobart and Ted Weill. It also cites the investigation conducted by the Fair Political Practices Commission calling for the six candidates to take lie detector tests.

The article focuses on the controversial Desert Fashion Plaza redevelopment in Palm Springs, California. Topics include the alleged death threats received by Frank Tysen, owner of the Casa Cody Inn after the speech of Mayor Steve Pougnet at his annual State of the City address in January 2014, the plan of developer John Wessman to redevelop the space, and the ruling of Superior Court Judge in December 2013 on the case filed by Tysen's group, the Association for Better Community Development.

The article offers a preview of the one-night performance of the Moss Hart/George S. Kaufman play "The Man Who Came to Dinner," starring G. W. Bailey, Sheridan Whiteside, and Joyce Bulifant, at the Annenberg Theater in Palm Springs Art Museum in California on January 19, 2014. Names of local celebrities scheduled to appear in the performance are mentioned. An overview of the show's storyline is presented.

The article discusses the adaptation of the city government of Palm Springs on the campaign for using bicycle on streets in Los Angeles, California. It mentions that the city has funded $1 million for bike infrastructure improvements including bike lanes, bike signages and bike racks for parking. It also notes on the goal of the government to encourage people on using bikes while on the road.

The article highlights the findings of a LGBT Community Center of the Desert study that found obesity and depression as the most pressing health concern among Desert gays in California, which was concluded after an online health needs assessment survey conducted in May and June 2013. A total of 769 gay people participated in the survey, which 80 percent are aged over 50 years, with 42 percent of it already in retirement. The survey also found that 70 percent of respondents are sexually active.

The article highlights the histories, missions and achievements of the Screen Actors Guild's national committees. Commercial Performers Committee aims to bring together working commercial performers, to ensure that actors continue to receive the protections of the current contracts and assure that the provisions and protections are transferred into new media. Meanwhile, Ethnic Employment Opportunities Committee has expressed concerns on the elimination of ethnic stereotypes on screen.

The article reports that Larry Block, owner of the Block Party clothing and gay souvenir shop, asked the Palm Springs, Florida City Council during its October 3, 2013 meeting to display the rainbow flag in front of Palm Springs City Hall. Block said that he would like to donate a rainbow flag to the city of Palm Springs and added that he hopes that the flag would be raised every November.

The article offers information the 2013 annual Desert Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) Walk to start at Ruth Hardy Park in Palm Springs, California on October 19, 2013. The event includes free services for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) testing, blood sugar testing, and blood pressure testing, among others. The walk route starts from the park through the Movie Colony to Tachevad Drive and back to the park. The event aims to raise funds for HIV/AIDS research.

The article reports on the upcoming performance of Grammy-winning disco diva Thelma Houston at the AIDS Assistance Program's (AAP) second annual Disco Tea Dance where she is expected to dance her hits like "Anyway You Like It," "If It's the Last Thing I Do" and "If You Feel It." Houston explains the significance of helping out a cause as well as the need for more outreach to help people understand about Alzheimer's disease. She tells about her experiences of performing for gay causes.

A review is offered for the gay resorts Warm Sands Villas and La Joya Inn located in Palm Springs, California.

The article offers information on a big birthday bash for everyone born under the zodiac sign Leo put up the local nonprofit group Some Fabulous Leos in Palm Springs, California on August 17, 2013.

The article reports on the decision to end "Fabulous Palm Springs Follies," a musical which is being held at the Plaza Theatre in Palm Springs, California since 1992.

The article provides information on the Mid-Summer Dance Party of the Desert AIDS Project (DAP) organization held on July 19, 2013 in Palm Springs, California. It mentions some of the features of the fundraising party including multimedia light exhibits in the form of sculptures, performances or projections. It also cites the decision of the organizers to extend the time of the party with corresponding admission tickets for the later crowd.

The article discusses the impact of the threat of a meningitis outbreak on the Coachella Valley in Southern California as of May 2013. On April 12, 2013, news came that West Hollywood resident Brett Shaad had died from bacterial meningitis, and this resulted in the scare. According to Gary Costa, Executive Director of the LGBT Community Center of the Desert, it is hard to say if their local community is at risk, since local health officials are not yet convinced there is an outbreak.

The article reports that the Palm Springs Gay Men's Chorus will be performing in a transformation-themed concert titled "BornThis Way" at the Palm Springs High School Auditorium in California on April 27-28, 2013.

The article talks about the portrayal of author Truman Capote by actor and writer Chuck Yates in the one-man show "Tru" which will be performed at the Annenberg Theater in the Palm Springs Art Museum, California on April 19-28, 2013. It states how Yates studied Capote by watching his old interviews, reading his novels, and watching his plays. However, it mentions that he has no intention of mimicking the mannerisms and high-pitched voice of Capote as those are parts of who Capote is.

The article features lesbian singer Lesley Gore, known for her 1960s hit song "It's My Party," who has joined "The Fabulous Palm Springs Follies" musical production at the Plaza Theatre in Downtown Palm Springs, California as of March 2013. The author shares that Gore will be performing "It's My Party" in the production. Gore is also working on both a book and a musical of her life. Gore lives in Manhattan, New York City with her partner, jewelry designer Lois Sasson.

The article reports that the Dance for Life Palm Springs will hold a special performance at the Annenberg Theatre at the Palm Springs Art Museum in California on March 9, 2013.

The article reports that the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) Community Center of the Desert will hold its second Red Dress Fundraising Party on March 2, 2013. Accoding to Gary Costa, executive director of the LGBT Center, the wearing of red dress symbolizes solidarity with people who have been ostracized at some point in their lives. Costa added that the party will include a fashion runway where local celebrities will judge the sexiest, outrageous and best Marilyn Monroe attire.

The article offers information on the 1960s-themed fundraiser "It's a Mad Mod World" to be conducted by the Gamma Mu Foundation on February 16, 2013 at the old Santa Fe Savings and Loan Building in Palm Springs, California.

A review is offered for the Random Haus gay-centric condominium hotel located in Palm Springs, California.

The article discusses the 2013 Palm Springs International Film Festival which will feature 180 films, 14 of which are lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender- (LGBT) themed. Festival director Darryl Macdonald explains that annually, the event showcases at least a dozen films of interest to the LGBT community. Among the gay-themed movies in the festival include "Any Day Now," "Beyond the Hills," and "Beyond the Walls."

The article offers information on the "Comfort & Joy" holiday concert to be conducted by the gay community in Palm Springs, California in December 2012.

The article reports on the anti-bullying efforts of Tim Phillips and Ken Stabins, owners of the La Dolce Vita Resort in the Coachella Valley, California, which highlights their $5 donation for every spa treatment or hotel reservation during December and January to support the LGBT Community Center of the Desert and Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD).

The article reports that Savage Gallery in Los Angeles, California, will be hosting the "Barbie Does Palm Springs" exhibition from October 20-31, 2012, featuring 50 different limited-edition photographs taken by Steven Henke of Barbie at various Palm Spring sites.

The article offers information on the Casual Concours IV car show to be presented by the Great Autos of Yesteryear lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) car club on October 20, 2012 at the Desert Princess Country Club in California.

The article offers information on the fundraiser Angel Program Kickoff gala hosted by the AIDS Assistance Program (AAP) in Rancho Mirage, California to be held on October 14, 2012.

The article discusses the 5th annual LGBT film festival organized by the motion picture company Cinema Diverse to be held at the Camelot Theatres in Palm Springs, California from September 20-23, 2012.

The article presents news briefs related to gay community in Orange County, California. Vocalist Steve Tyrell will perform cabaret shows to be held at Segerstrom Center in Costa Mesa on January 5-8, 2012. The semifinals of the Barlesque L.A. contest will be held at Pistons Bar on December 31, 2011. The Queen Mary Hotel is offering New Year's eve parties with fireworks on December 31, 2011.

The article presents news briefs related to gay community in Palm Springs, California. Crooner John Davidson will perform in the Palm Springs Follies production, titled "Hot! Hot! Hot!" with New Year's Eve shows. The 19th annual Wildlights Holiday Festival will be held in Palm Desert. A Beginning Tai Chi class will be offered at the LGBT Center of the Desert.

This section offers information on various entertainment events for the LGBT community in Palm Springs, California in September 2011, including the Popovich Comedy Pet Theater show at Palm Springs Museum of Art, Cinema Diverse: The Palm Springs Gay and Lesbian Film Festival at the Camelot Theatre, and a monthly book club for lesbians sponsored by the Golden Rainbow Center.

The article discusses a fireworks display on the San Jacinto Mountains, California as a part of the AIDS Assistance Program (AAP)'s U.S. Independence Day celebrations including a fundraiser at the O'Donnell House on the mountains at 7.30 p.m. and the fireworks at 9.15 p.m. on July 4, 2016.

The article reports that an unnamed individual paid 336,000 U.S. dollars to stay at the 1.3 acre estate owned by actor Leonardo DiCaprio which is located in the Old Las Palmas area of Palm Springs, California.

A calendar of events and shows in the regions of Palm Springs, California from May 27 to June 21 is presented including musical comedy shows by comedians Amy Armstrong and Freddy Allen, Queen of the Desert Contest, and Shortfest for screening of short films.

The article reports that Center OC GLBT community center in Orange County, California will be moving into a building in 2009. The center will also offer more opportunities for community involvement and youth programs in 2009. The center will relocate to a two-story building in Santa Ana near the Artists Village.

The article profiles ONE Archive Gallery and Museum, which will be officially open on October 11 in West Hollywood, California. President of ONE National Gay & Lesbian Archives Joseph Hawkins has stated that the museum is devoted to LGBT cultural history and it will help people to understand its history. In addition, the opening exhibit of the museum examines the evolution of Los Angeles gay pride parades and the history of Christopher Street West.

The article offers information on the "Holly, Jolly Hollywood" concert to be held by gay men's chorus Men Alive in Orange County, California. It says that popular holiday songs such as "All I Want for Christmas Is You," by Mariah Carey and "White Christmas," by Irving Berlin will be performed by the group. Rich Cook, artistic director of Men Alive, states that the group aims to spread the message of good will and to say gay people are just people.

The article focuses on the 2007 Simply DiVine wine tasting and auction from the Gay & Lesbian Center co-chaired by chef Susan Feniger. It will take place on August 18, 2007 in Beverly Hills, California. Feniger has decided to invite a lot of her friends in the restaurant industry to participate in the event and to attract more foodies to the event not only wine drinkers. Feniger is the chef behind the Ciudad restaurant and Border Grill cantinas.

The article reports on the pledge of New Mexico Governor and 2008 Democratic presidential candidate Bill Richardson to repeal the U.S. military's Don't Ask, Don't Tell policy. Speaking at a gala dinner benefiting the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) held on March 24, 2007, Richardson vowed to fight discrimination of any kind and urged for domestic-partner benefits. The HRC gala honored notable people in the gay community such as retired U.S. Marine Staff Sergeant Eric Alva.

The article reports on the debate over the use of medical marijuana to treat pain associated with human immunodeficiency virus/acquired immune deficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS), chemotherapy side effects, arthritis, glaucomia, and other maladies. It reveals the number of raids conducted by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency on January 17, 2007 on different medical-marijuana dispensaries throughout Los Angeles, California. Comments from Chris Fusco of the Americans for Safe Access are included.

The article reports on the controversy over several mixed-use development projects in the city of West Hollywood in California that will decide the outcome of the upcoming City Council election. The controversy began in late 2005 when the City Hall staff, aided by an outside consultant, released a mixed-use zoning proposal that recommended allowing five- and ten-story buildings along Santa Monica Boulevard.

The article focuses on the service provided by the AIDS Project Los Angeles' Necessities of Life Program (NOLP), the largest food bank for people with HIV/AIDS in the U.S. According to Tonya Hendricks, program manager, food is the link to all their services. She explained the importance of good nutrition in dealing with other aspects of the illness. Grants and corporate donations provide funds for the NOLP.

The article focuses on a lawsuit filed by real-estate developer Richard Weisman against West Hollywood City for its plan to develop the house donated by Weisman's mother to the city. Details of the plan of the city for the property are presented. The proposal of preservation group Save Tara for the property is mentioned.

The article reports on the agreement regarding the operation of the Boom Boom Room gay bar in Laguna Beach, California. The lease for the old building has expired but an agreement was reached to extend the lease for one more year. Bar manager Patrick O'Loughlin will have a big encore party instead of a blowout closing bash.