Nov. 7 Daily Briefing: Guide to Pride, CV Link launches, arrest in dognapping, and more

Happy Friday! And Happy Pride! Most other cities hold their Pride in June, commemorating the Stonewall uprising, but Palm Springs hosts its Pride in November to avoid the 100°+ average temperature in the summer. Buuuut this is the desert and we residents know that high temps can last a bit further into the fall months than we’d like. Forecasts call for the low 90s all weekend, so stay hydrated, bring sunscreen, and have fun!

🎶 Setting the mood: “I Wanna Dance With Somebody” by Whitney Houston

LEADING OFF

CV Link ribbon cuttings celebrate completion of 40-mile path; work ongoing in Palm Springs

CV Link, a $100 million pathway spanning roughly 40 miles through the Coachella Valley, is approaching completion with ribbon cutting ceremonies planned to mark the end of a decade-long project.

Driving the news: The Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG) is planning ribbon-cutting ceremonies across the valley to mark the official opening of CV Link, which spans from Palm Springs to Indio along the Whitewater River wash.

• The pathway accommodates cyclists, pedestrians, joggers and low-speed electric vehicles, running parallel to Highway 111 through seven participating cities.

By the numbers: The final cost reached $120 million, funded through state and federal sources plus grants. CVAG secured a two-year, $600,000 contract with Desert Recreation District for pathway maintenance.

What’s next: CVAG is also working to complete construction on the Ramon Road Undercrossing to create a safe passageway for cyclists and pedestrians looking to avoid the dangerous intersection.

• The path has been graded, but they’re still working on installing rebar and cement. CVAG is targeting a December completion.  

What to watch for: A ribbon cutting ceremony is planned today at the Palm Springs Visitor Center, 2901 North Palm Canyon Drive, at 3 p.m.

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BRIEFLY

✈️ PSP may face flight reductions amid shutdown

• Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) is not among the 40 busiest airports facing Federal Aviation Administration-ordered flight reductions that took effect today, but a 10 a.m. flight to Phoenix was canceled this morning as airlines adjusted schedules in response to the nationwide reductions prompted by the federal government shutdown.
  
• The FAA order requires airlines to cut flights at 40 major hubs across the country. Airport officials here said no flight reductions have been mandated for Palm Springs, though some indirect effects are possible as carriers continue making schedule changes across their networks.
  
• Bottom line: Travelers are encouraged to check the PSP flight status page here for real-time updates on arrivals and departures. Airlines will also notify passengers directly if their flights are affected, and PSP officials are maintaining close contact with federal and airline partners.

🐕 Man arrested in Yorkie theft, one dog still missing

• A 41-year-old Palm Springs man was arrested Thursday in connection with the theft of two Yorkshire Terriers that escaped from their home on Oct. 17. The suspect faces felony charges including conspiracy and grand theft after he and an accomplice allegedly took the dogs intending to collect reward money.
  
• One dog, Maggie, was returned Nov. 1, but Winnie, a light brown Yorkshire Terrier, remains missing. Police are searching for a 44-year-old Cathedral City woman for questioning about her involvement in the incident captured on video around 10:30 a.m.
  
• Bottom line: The man was booked on charges of conspiracy to commit a crime, grand theft and a probation revocation hearing. Anyone with information about the woman’s whereabouts or sightings of Winnie should contact Detective Brook Edney at this email address.

YOUR WEEKEND

MULTIPLE DAYS

• The Last Hug at the Stephen Richard Baumbach Gallery Friday and Saturday 
  
• Inclusion Art Show at the Desert Art Center all weekend
  
• Rent at the Revolution Stage Company Friday and Saturday ($33)
  
• Pricilla: Queen of the Desert at the Palm Canyon Theatre all weekend ($20)
  
• Pride 2025: Desertopia at the Ace Hotel & Swim Club all weekend ($175)
  
• Jonathan Karrant at The Purple Room Supper Club Friday and Saturday. ($40)

TODAY

• Mark Hunter Walk of The Stars Ceremony at Hunters at 11 a.m.
  
• Ribbon Cutting at Hot Cookie at 12:30 p.m. 
  
• Palm Springs Pride Block Party at the Arenas District at 3 p.m.
  
• Launch Party at the Space Cowboy Salon at 4 p.m. 
  
• Slay the Canvas at Cicada Fine Art at 5 p.m.
  
• Palm Springs Pride: Picnic on Palm Canyon at 5 p.m.
  
• KEVIN MCDERMOTT – Human / Nature at Janssen Artspace at 5 p.m.
  
• Foodie Fridays at the Palm Springs Cultural Center at 5 p.m. 
  
• Interfaith Pride Kabbalat Shabbat 2025at United Methodist Church Palm Springs at 6:30 p.m.
  
• Loud & Proudat the Palm Springs Cultural Center at 7 p.m. ($70)

SATURDAY

• Palm Springs Pride 5k Run & Walk 2025 meets at West Chino Drive at 7 a.m.
  
• Palm Springs Certified Farmers’ Market at the Palm Springs Cultural Center at 8 a.m.
  
• Palm Springs Pride Pool Party at the Palm Springs Surf Club at 11 a.m. ($25)
  
• Flagging in the Desert at Francis Stevens Park at 11:30 a.m.
  
• 29th Birthday Celebration at the Palm Springs Air Museum at 1 p.m.
  
• Nature Photography Class at the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway at 3 p.m. ($50)
  
• Turtle Enigmatic Pride Comedy Show at the Rock Gallery at 6 p.m. ($5)
  
• Queerlesque at Boozehounds Palm Springs at 7 p.m. ($28)

SUNDAY

• Trio Pride Parade Party 2025at Trio Palm Springs at 9 a.m.
  
• Amazing Sundays Palm Springs Pride Drag Brunch at Reforma Palm Springs ($34)
  
• Mahjong Meetup at Social Cafe & Play Lounge at 12 p.m.
  
• The Judy Show! at The Purple Room Super Club at 5 p.m. ($40)

AND FINALLY …

This weekend marks the return of Greater Palm Springs Pride, bringing free festivities to the desert under this year’s theme: “Be Heard.” The celebration runs through Sunday with block parties, a festival, and the annual Pride Parade taking center stage.

What’s happening: Today, the Arenas District Official Block Party runs from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Picnic on Palm Canyon from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., complete with a 100-foot Ferris wheel along Palm Canyon Drive.

The main events: The Pride Festival takes place Saturday and Sunday at multiple downtown venues, running 11 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday, featuring over 200 marketplace exhibitors, live performances, and activities for all ages.

• The Pride Parade begins at 10 a.m. on Sunday, starting at Palm Canyon Drive at Tachevah and traveling south through downtown.

Why it matters: “When we gather in Palm Springs for Pride, we’re doing something revolutionary: we’re claiming space, amplifying our stories, and refusing to hide,” said Ron deHarte, president and CEO of Palm Springs Pride.

Take note: This barely scratches the surface of the official and unofficial events this weekend! Check out Greater Palm Springs Pride’s official website for more events, and Gay Desert Guide has a roundup too, including information on road closures and parking.

But wait: If you can’t make it to Palm Springs, or crowds aren’t your thing, Nicholas Snow at PromoHomo.TV is once again hosting the official worldwide broadcast of the parade, streaming live on Sunday with a special pre-show at 9:30 a.m.

• Click the “notify me” button on his YouTube channel, then tune in live or watch the recording afterward at this link.

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