Palm Springs Life Magazine December 2014
THE TOP DENTISTS ISSUE
ON THE COVER - Filmmaker John Waters.
FEATURES
King of Cool
By Stewart Weiner.
Filmmaker John Waters brings his comedic Christmas insights — anything but ho ho ho hum — to the McCallum stage.
The Perfect Catch
By Sheila Grattan.
Willie Mays returns to the Coachella Valley in January to support the Barbara Sinatra Center for Abused Children.
A Modern Minimalist
By Brad Dunning.
Architect Albert Frey combined geographically sensitive materials and abstained from the insignificant to create a sophisticated, international interpretation of Desert Modern style.
Artful Living
By Julie Sinclair. Photography by Daniel Chavkin.
Philanthropist Donna MacMillan’s world-class collection of contemporary works reflects a passion for art that engages and stimulates.
Top Dentists
An independent, peer-to-peer study identifies 61 top dentists and specialists in the Coachella Valley.
DEPARTMENTS
Editor’s Letter
By Julie Sinclair.
Discover the Coachella Valley’s vibrant arts scene.
The Front
Edited by Ashley Breeding
• Art
An iconic Palm Desert gallery presents affordable, small-scale pieces from featured artists — perfect for holiday offerings.
• Shop
Reward your significant other for being so nice (or naughty!) with a sweet something under the tree.
• Design - By Somer Tejwani.
A Palm Springs interior designer shines light on the do’s of holiday decorating.
• Drink - By Emily Surface.
A local steakhouse serves up sweet and sour sips this winter season.
Home of the Month
A private Palm Springs compound offers the ultimate accommodations for the serious car collector.
Market Watch
By Vic Cooper and Mike McDonald.
Valley home prices show little fluctuation, but sales continue to drop.
The Social Life
By Gloria Greer.
Parties, fundraisers, galas, and other social events.
Horoscope
By Sherryl Nova.
Find out what the planets and stars have in store for you this month.
SPECIAL SECTIONS
ARTS+CULTURE
Edited by Steven Biller.
Editor’s picks of not-to-be-missed exhibitions and performances; a calendar of visual and performing art events; a directory of galleries, museums, and performance venues; and more.
THE GUIDE
Edited by Arianna Menon.
The official guidebook of the Greater Palm Springs Convention and Visitors Bureau. Everything you need to know about what’s happening in the desert.