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Palm Springs photographer perseveres through pain to create a ‘vibrant, fresh look’

Attempting to keep his mind off childhood abuse and a related court case, Anthony Blanco found healing through art instead of drugs and alcohol.

Nonprofit helps local students envision a better future

Local choral group provides ‘a special kind of magic’

A local group formed just prior to the start of the pandemic — Coachella Acappella — is filling the valley with music, using only themselves as instruments.

Your chance to peruse, purchase rare books returning to city after 20-year absence

The Rare Book Fair attracts experts from top libraries, universities, and other institutions, and others who want to expand their knowledge of a particular subject, a passion for binding, an author, or just a love for beautiful things.

Palm Springs artist’s tiny gallery leaves big impression, helps promote creative community

From prison to Palm Springs: How artist’s work landed here is a tale of triumph, forgiveness