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The Who's Tommy After witnessing his father commit murder, Tommy is traumatized into a catatonic state. As an adolescent, he discovers a supernatural knack for pinball. Breaking through his catatonia, he becomes an international pinball superstar. Be a Part of the Awakening. See website for performance times. More info... Date: September 26th - October 12th Time: See website  Cost: $15 The Beach Boys The Beach Boys have become synonymous with the California lifestyle and have become an American icon to a worldwide audience.  Since lead-singer and front man Mike Love penned the lyrics to The Beach Boys’ first hit, Surfin’, the band has had a string of chart-topping songs that include eternal anthems of American youth. More info... Date: October 3rd Time: See website  Cost: $15 The American Heat Palm Springs Motorcycle Weekend American Heat Palm Springs Motorcycle Weekend is an event so hot it sizzles. You’ll find stunt shows, kickin’ live entertainment and retail vendors galore. Palm Springs is a great place to play. It’s bounded by lush mountain ranges for the perfect ride and tours of the desert cities. Live music rocks throughout the weekend along with plenty of activities. Open to all motorcycles. A portion of the proceeds from this event benefits local charities. More info... Date: October 10th-12th Time: See website  Cost: Free Modernism Week Fall Preview Modernism Week will present a Fall Preview over the Columbus Day holiday weekend. Events include architectural walking and bike tours, festive cocktail parties, the not-to-be-missed Premier Double Decker Architectural Bus Tours, a Modernism Yard Sale with unique items, and more! More info... Date: October 10th-13th Time: All Day Cost: See Website  Paint El Paseo Pink Paint El Paseo Pink is a charitable walk along El Paseo, Palm Desert, celebrating the lives of those who have had or are battling breast cancer. Proceeds support local residents who are under insured or uninsured and require breast cancer screening, diagnostic testing or treatment through the Suzanne Jackson Breast Cancer Fund. Walkers receive a special Paint El Paseo Pink T-shirt. More info... Date: October 11th Time: 8:30AM - 12:30PM Cost: Register online  The Experience Hendrix Tour Featuring Jimi Hendrix’s own legendary bassist Billy Cox, along with a cavalcade of superstars, The Experience Hendrix Tour, which celebrates the music and legacy of Jimi Hendrix. More info... Date: October 11th Time: 8PM Cost: See Website  Desert Aids Walk 2014 The Desert AIDS Walk (D.A.P.) is a grassroots community event supporting HIV and AIDS services, prevention and advocacy at Desert AIDS Project.At this year's Walk, with each step we take and each dollar we raise, we can test more people, bring more people who are HIV positive into care, and move one step closer to ending the epidemic in our Valley. More info... Date: October 18th Time: 7:30 AM - 12PM Cost: See Website Art Under the Umbrellas Presenting a diverse collection of 80 talented artists exhibiting their original creations along Old Town La Quinta’s picturesque Main Street - lined with restaurants, boutiques, and shops on eight key Saturdays throughout the Desert season. Come for the art. Stay for the weekend! Hotel packages are available on LQAF.com. More info... Date: October 25th Time: 10:00AM - 4PM Cost: Free Palm Springs Tram Road Challenge The Palm Springs Annual Tram Road Challenge is a 6K uphill run/walk presented by the Palm Springs Aerial Tram. For over 25 years, runners and walkers from around the world have been taking on the challenge. Participants climb 2,000 vertical feet in just over 3.7 miles. All finishers receive a customized finishers medal. This event benefits United Way of the Desert. More info... Date: October 25th Time: 7AM  Cost: See Website Aviation Expo & Parade of Planes Where can you land your airplane and taxi through city streets to a premier aviation convention?The Aviation Expo in Palm Springs! Help us kick off a phenomenal 3-day show with one of the most unique events in aviation. Experience the power and excitement of aviation all along the route as a diverse collection of aircraft taxi by. Don’t miss this unique display of airpower under crystal blue Palm Springs skies. More Info... Date: October 30th - November 2nd Time: Starts 10AM daily Cost: See Website Annual Golf Cart Parade Save that date for the unofficial kick-off event to season! The Golf Cart Parade strolls the El Paseo corridor celebrating 50 years and you are welcome to be a part of the festivities and the pageantry. Interactive booths for families as well as parade-friendly food and drinks. More info... Date: October 26th Time: 1PM Cost: Free

Top 10 Home Styles in the US

Top 10 Home Styles in the U.S. We've all had that moment -- driving down a street and we see a home we like specifically for the architecture and design elements. The United States is full of different home styles and architecture, and pinpointing a specific one can be difficult, especially when dominant home styles change from region to region. The homes below are examples of the most prevalent home styles found throughout the United States. Victorian Victorian homes give off a certain air and possess a very stately feel. Victorians are more about beauty than functionality, with complex designs, ornate trim, and large wraparound porches. The Victorian exterior is seen as a medium for decoration. These homes generally have gables, bay windows, towers, overhangs and many are known as 'Painted Ladies.' The Victorian style also has sub styles, the most notable being Gothic Revival, Italianate, Second Empire, Queen Anne and the Romanesque style. Craftsman Bungalow The Craftsman or Bungalow style is seen as an expression of structure and elements that rely heavily on simple, elegant design. The Craftsman is one of the most common and popular styles in the United States, with an incredible resurgence in the last five years. These homes are characterized by their wide front porches, low-pitched roofs and exteriors that use wood, stone and/or brick. The interior of the Craftsman also has an open floor plan with many built-ins throughout the house. Tudor Tudors are very distinct and based on English building traditions during the Tudor Era (1485 - 1603). Tudors are characterized by their asymmetrical exteriors with windows playing a large part in the design. These homes generally have stone and stucco walls with wood accents/framing, and Tudor roofs are steep-pitched. Tudor homes are one of the most recognizable styles in the United States due to their specific architectural components. Cape Cod Cape Cods were first built in the 1600s and took inspiration from Britain's thatched cottages. Cape Cods have steep roofs, dormer windows and large chimneys -- elements that helped the homes withstand harsh Northeastern winters. The Cape Cod style is most recognized for its dormer windows, which play a large part in the design of the home. Ranch Ranches are also known as 'Ramblers.' Ranches are characterized by their single-story construction and low pitched roofs. Ranches became very popular in the post World War II era, with a large resurgence in the 1960s as 'mid-century moderns.' Colonial Colonials are another home style that have a distinct appearance. Symmetry plays a large part in Colonials -- evenly spaced shuttered windows, dormers, columns, and old Colonials will have many fireplaces. The most common Colonial in the United States is the Georgian Colonial, characterized by its strict symmetry, box shape, paneled front door below a decorative crown, simple or flattened columns, and the most notable feature of five shuttered windows across. Other notable Colonial styles in the United States are Dutch, Federal, and Spanish. Contemporary Contemporary homes have an almost futuristic look to them, but many contemporary homes look to connect the indoors with the outdoors. Natural light plays a large part in the contemporary home, as do flat roofs and simple horizontal and perpendicular lines. Contemporary homes embrace industrialism and put an emphasis on the use of efficient and affordable materials, and the homes emphasize an importance of combining materials (steel, glass, wood, stone, etc.) to create a fluid space. Spanish Spanish style homes incorporate a fusion of design elements from European and Native American architecture. The Mission Revival style is the most popular, which has its roots in Spanish churches built by missionaries. Spanish style homes tend to have clay roof tiles, arcaded porches, arched corridors, bell towers, square pillars and quatrefoil windows (these windows resemble flowers). Mediterranean The Mediterranean style became very popular in the United States in 1918 to 1940. This style is modeled after the hacienda style, where red tile roofs, arches, and plaster surfaces play a large part in the exterior of the house. Mediterranean style homes have become popular again, but the style has adopted more design elements like porticoes, balconies, and ornamental details that include heavy wood doors, tiles in multiple colors or designs, and balconies with ornate iron railings and embellishments. Pueblo Revival The Pueblo Revival is a style favored in the Southwest, highly influenced by the ancient Pueblo's simple multifamily homes. This home style favors materials sourced from the earth -- adobe, concrete, stucco or mortar, and wood beams -- and the homes tend to feature enclosed courtyards and flat or sloping roofs. The Pueblo style is also characterized by rounded exteriors that exhibit square windows, weathered wood doors and exterior stone accents. Homes can take any shape or size, and many homes built today embrace two or more styles. The United States has many other home styles not featured. If you're looking for a home in a particular style, your agent will be able to help find that perfect property. If you're interested in learning more about home styles, you can find more information here: This Old House, Popular House Styles, DIY Network Back To Top David Burke Phone Number Direct: 760-250-2570 Mobile Phone: 760-250-2570 Office Fax: 800-774-5902 License Number 01426860 Email Address David@LaQuintaRE.com Web Site www.davidburke.remaxagent.com Mobile Search davidburke.m.remaxagent.com Mailing Address RE/MAX Consultants 47170 Washington Street La Quinta CA 92253

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La Quinta Zombie Out Run!! You can run, but you can't hide!

You can run, but you can't hide! The City of La Quinta has partnered
with the Family YMCA of the Desert and the National Community
Renaissance's Hope Through Housing Foundation to offer a zombie
infested park, obstacles, traps, and a few surprises out at La Quinta
Park this Halloween season! An All Ages Monster Dash will take
place first followed by the Zombie Out Run for all
those who dare! An event t-shirt will be provided to all those who
preregister for the Zombie Out Run. All proceeds from this event will
benefit the YMCA Youth & Government Program.

Date:     Saturday, October 18
Time:     5:30pm - All Ages Monster Dash
              7pm - Zombie Out Run (Zombie Out Run participants under 13 must be accompanied by an adult)

Where:   La Quinta Park (corner of Adams and Blackhawk Way)
Cost:      $10 - All Ages Monster Dash pre-registration fee
               $20 (includes event t-shirt) - Zombie Out Run pre-registration fee
 

Pre-registration accepted at www.ymcaofthedesert.org or at the
YMCA office in Palm Desert (43930 San Pablo Ave.)
For more information, call (760) 341-9622
*On-site registration will be available for $5 more per event (*event t-shirt not included)

October La Quinta City Events

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QUICK LINKS Register Now City Calendar Play in La Quinta Park Rentals Future Special Events Mark your calendars and tell your family and friends! 11/8 - Hike with Philip Ferranti @ Mecca Hills 11/11 - Veteran's Day Tribute @ Civic Center Campus 11/15 - Gardening with Nature @ Bear Creek Trail 11/22 - Nature Hike @ Bear Creek Wash 11/22 - Disc Golf @ Civic Center Campus Online Park Rentals Now you can reserve Fritz Burns or La Quinta Park ONLINE!!! Please visit www.la-quinta.org/register and click "search" "facility" "calendar" and select your date and time. La Quinta Museum 77885 Avenida Montezuma (760) 777-7170 La Quinta - Then and Now View our new exhibit, La Quinta - Then and Now. Learn what brought people to La Quinta, how it looked to the first settlers, and what prompted Walter Morgan to build the La Quinta Resort in 1926. January 23, 2014  through October 31, 2014 La Quinta Library 78275 Calle Tampico (760) 564-4767 Library Hours Monday-Thursday 10am-7pm Friday-Saturday 10am-6pm Sunday 12pm-4pm   The La Quinta Public Library offers FREE weekly story times, classes, educational series, and special programs such as entertainment and movies. Please click here for a list of programs. October in La Quinta La Quinta is a little piece of paradise surrounded by the majestic Santa Rosa Mountains offering year-round sunshine, scenic hiking and biking trails, spectacular golf, magnificent views, fabulous shopping and dining venues, and so much more.   Community Activities Click here to view our October classes, events, hikes, and much more. Pick-up the October issue of The Gem at the La Quinta Chamber of Commerce or inside City Hall. Register for classes at www.la-quinta.org.   Zombie Out Run You can run, but you can't hide! The City of La Quinta has partnered with the Family YMCA of the Desert and the National Community Renaissance's Hope Through Housing Foundation to offer a zombie infested park, obstacles, traps, and a few surprises out at La Quinta Park this Halloween season! An All Ages Monster Dash will take place first followed by the Zombie Out Run for all those who dare! An event t-shirt will be provided to all those who preregister for the Zombie Out Run. All proceeds from this event will benefit the YMCA Youth & Government Program. Date:     Saturday, October 18 Time:     5:30pm - All Ages Monster Dash               7pm - Zombie Out Run (Zombie Out Run participants under 13 must be accompanied by an adult) Where:   La Quinta Park (corner of Adams and Blackhawk Way) Cost:      $10 - All Ages Monster Dash pre-registration fee                $20 (includes event t-shirt) - Zombie Out Run pre-registration fee   Pre-registration accepted at www.ymcaofthedesert.org or at the YMCA office in Palm Desert (43930 San Pablo Ave.) For more information, call (760) 341-9622 *On-site registration will be available for $5 more per event (*event t-shirt not included) Disc Golf City of La Quinta and Helix Disc Golf have teamed up to bring you exciting disc golf. All ages are welcome - there will be a division for everybody. Prizes will be awarded to the top finishers in each division. Date:  Saturday, October 11  Time: 10am SHARP Cost:  $10 per player All registration onsite. Location: Cove Oasis (Corner of Calle Tecate and Avenida Madero) For more information please contact 760.777.7094.   Dog-O-Ween Join us for a dog-gone good time! We invite dogs and their owners to participate in our Spooky contests, so don't be a "scaredy-cat." Prizes will be awarded for Best Duo Costume "Dog and Owner," Best Trick for a Treat, Funniest/Cutest Costume, and Best in Show. In partnership with TLC Dog Training and sponsored by Petsmart, La Quinta. All ages welcome! Date:        Saturday, October 25 Time:        10am SHARP Cost:        FREE!! Location: Pioneer Dog Park (Corner of Seeley Drive and Miles Avenue) For more information contact the Community Services Department at 760.777.7094. Dog Vaccination Clinic City of La Quinta Animal Control is sponsoring a Rabies and Distemper/Parvo vaccination clinic. All dogs in the City of La Quinta must be vaccinated against Rabies and licensed. Stop by La Quinta City Hall South Parking Lot. When:        Saturday, October 4, 2014 Time:          9 - 11am Location:   78495 Calle Tampico City Hall South Parking Lot  (Corner of Avenida La Fonda and Washington) Cost: RABIES SHOTS - $5 DISTEMPER/PARVO -  $25 BORDETELLA  - $20 La Quinta dog licenses will be available at the clinic.  Please contact Animal Control for more information at 760.777.7050.    Nature Walks and Hikes Provided by the Stewards of the Fred Wolff Nature Preserve. Join us each month for a unique look at our local environment with special guest leaders. Nature Walks:  Third Saturday of the month beginning at 8am All walks begin at the Shade Shelter on the Bear Creek Nature Trail at the corner of Calle Ensenada and Avenida Montezuma in the La Quinta Cove. October 18   Fundamentals of Hiking: 10 Essentials with Jeff Smith Guided hikes around the Coachella Valley with Philip Ferranti: Hikes meet at 9am. All participants should dress appropriately and bring water. October 11   Garner Valley Meet at the Art Smith Trail parking lot off of Highway 74 about three miles south of the Highway 111 and Highway 74 intersection in Palm Desert.                                    For more information on Nature Walks and Hikes please contact the Community Services Department at 760.777.7094. The Center Construction on the La Quinta Community Health and Wellness project has begun. The facility is closed off to the public while we prepare for the new addition. Classes have been relocated to other City facilities.  New Amenities coming Early 2015:  State of the Art Fitness Center 5,990 extra square feet Aerobic Room Cardio & Weight Training Outside Patio Area                                             Click here to view the La Quinta Active Newsletter. For more information about classes/programs please visit us on the web atwww.la-quinta.org or call us at 760.564.0096.   La Quinta Community Services Department 78495 Calle Tampico  La Quinta, CA 92253     760.777.7090   |  communityservices@la-quinta.org www.la-quinta.org