Greater Coachella Valley Chamber
Recent News About Greater Coachella Valley Chamber
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Deadline nears for Morongo Band nonprofits seeking SBA disaster loans
Francisco Sánchez Jr., associate administrator for the Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience at the Small Business Administration (SBA), has reminded private nonprofit organizations within the Morongo Band of Mission Indians that the deadline to apply for SBA federal disaster loans is June 18. These loans are intended to address property damage resulting from severe storms and flooding that occurred between January 31 and February 9.
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SBA to close disaster loan outreach centers in San Diego County
Francisco Sánchez Jr., the associate administrator for the Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience at the Small Business Administration (SBA), announced that the SBA will close its San Diego and Spring Valley Disaster Loan Outreach Centers in San Diego County at 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 23.
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Palm Springs Film Society secures $25k grant from National Endowment for the Arts
The Palm Springs International Film Society has announced its approval for a Grants for Arts Projects award of $25,000 from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA). This grant will be used to support the ongoing Palm Springs International Film Festival and Palm Springs International ShortFest. The funds will aid in their mission to serve venues in Palm Springs and reach larger audiences in the Coachella Valley. The NEA is set to award 1,135 Grants for Arts Projects awards totaling over $37 million as part of its second round of fiscal year 2024 grants.
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Riverside County advances unique Rancho event venue ordinance
Supervisor V. Manuel Perez, the community, and county staff have been working towards a new ordinance for three years that would create a path for Ranchos to become permitted event venues in the county. The Planning Commissioners have recommended the ordinance for approval, setting it up for a hearing by the Riverside County Supervisors in either June or July.
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New Photo Exhibition Opens at Coachella Library This Saturday
A new photo exhibition, "Working Coachella: Images of the farmworker community in the Coachella Valley," is set to open at the Coachella Library on Saturday, May 18th at 10am. The exhibition will showcase a collection of images captured over three decades by former United Farm Workers (UFW) organizer David Bacon. The Civil Rights Institute of Inland Southern California originated this project.
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California's tourism spending hits record high in 2023
Travel spending in California reached an unprecedented high in 2023, attracting visitors from across the globe to the Golden State. A new report released by Visit California revealed that the state's tourism economy generated $150.4 billion in travel spending last year, outpacing the previous record of $144.9 billion spent in 2019 before the pandemic brought travel to a standstill. The surge in tourism created 64,900 new jobs in California in 2023, raising total industry employment to 1.15 million, which is 98% of pre-pandemic employment levels.
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Geoffrey Demke named Cal State San Bernardino's Outstanding Graduate 2024
Cal State San Bernardino’s Palm Desert Campus has announced Geoffrey Demke as its Outstanding Graduate for 2024. A resident of Indio, Demke will receive a bachelor of arts degree in history at the CSUSB College of Social and Behavioral Sciences Commencement ceremony on Friday, May 17, at the Toyota Arena in Ontario.
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Life Line Screening announces preventive health event at Miracle Springs Resort
Each month, the Chamber organizes a variety of events that include business mixers and ribbon cuttings. However, the organization emphasizes that nothing surpasses the importance of health. Therefore, it is pleased to announce that Life Line Screening will conduct a day of preventive health screenings at Miracle Springs Resort on Thursday, June 6, 2024.
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Felipe Esparza brings 'At My Leisure' tour to Fantasy Springs Resort Casino
Renowned comedian Felipe Esparza is set to bring his 'At My Leisure' World Tour to the Fantasy Springs Resort Casino. Fresh from filming his latest stand-up special, Esparza will be showcasing new material that promises a memorable comedic experience for fans.
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Coachella awarded $10 million grant for Community Resilience Center
The California Strategic Growth Council has awarded the City of Coachella a Community Resilience Center (CRC) Implementation Grant Award of $10 million to help further the City’s goal of making Coachella a more climate-resilient community. Funding will be utilized to retrofit an existing facility previously known as Hidden Harvest on Peter Rabbit Lane into the new Coachella Community Resilience Center, which will function as an emergency shelter, food and business incubator hub, garden space, resource center, and workforce training and development center. Partners that will...
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Community Bingo Event to Support Palm Springs Animal Shelter
"A Night of Bingo Under The Stars for Paws & Claws benefiting the Palm Springs Animal Shelter" is set to take place on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at The Sonoran in Palm Springs. The event will start with doors opening at 5:00PM and the program beginning at 6:45PM.
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CalChamber Raises Concerns with Anti-Business Legislation; Proposals Stall for the Year
The California Chamber of Commerce has expressed its concerns with several bills, which have now stalled for the year. Additionally, one bill that was under the Chamber's scrutiny will not progress further.
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The Palm Springs International ShortFest Unveiled Their Poster For The Upcoming 2024 Event
Shag, the artist behind the distinctive and vibrant retro-style artwork for the 2024 Palm Springs International ShortFest poster, shared his inspiration, stating, “Inspired by our city and setting of Palm Springs, I wanted to express both the emotion of living in southern California, as well as the perspective of location shoots taking place across the Coachella Valley.”Lili Rodriguez, Artistic Director of the Palm Springs International Film Society, expressed her excitement about Shag's contribution, saying, “It is a joy to have Shag’s singular, fun style capturing and...
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Cathedral City Public Arts Commission Seeks Painters, Muralists for Ocotillo Park Project
The Cathedral City Public Arts Commission has put out a call for artists to paint 23 benches at Ocotillo Park, located at 33300 Moreno Road. The project aims to add a colorful and playful element to the park, enhancing the community's experience.According to the Chair of the Public Arts Commission, the goal of the project is to make the benches more unique and colorful, fostering a sense of pride and fun among residents. The selected artists will each receive a stipend of $500 and must provide their own painting supplies.Applications for the project are due by May 31,...
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California Kids Investment and Development Savings Program Aims to Expand Access to Higher Education
The California Kids Investment and Development Savings Program (CalKIDS) is making strides in providing eligible low-income public school students in California with the means to save for college. The program, administered by the ScholarShare Investment Board, has been designed to encourage families to invest in higher education regardless of their household income.Julio Martinez, Executive Director of the ScholarShare Investment Board, emphasized the importance of financial support for college education, stating, “Financial concerns shouldn’t stand in the way of a...
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Cathedral City State of the City Award Winners Announced
The Cathedral City State of the City event recently announced its award winners for the year. Among the recipients were Sandy Jimenez from NBC Palm Springs/Univision, who received the Volunteer of the Year award. The Cathedral City Senior Center was recognized as the Non-Profit of the Year, while Agua Caliente Cathedral City was named Business of the Year.The event also expressed gratitude towards its sponsors, which included Presenting Sponsors like Amazon, Desert Care Network, and Palm Springs International Film Society, as well as Centerpiece Sponsors such as...
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Congress Urged to Protect TSA PreCheck Amid Security Concerns
Amid concerns over potential threats to aviation security, a call has been made to Congress to safeguard TSA PreCheck and alleviate security wait times.A recent development has seen the proposal of an amendment that could have detrimental effects on airport security measures. Described as "a dangerous amendment that would undermine aviation security, delay millions of flyers, and set TSA screening back decades," the amendment is part of the Federal Aviation Administration reauthorization bill.The proposed amendment, put forward by Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) and Senator...
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Boost Your Career With a Micro Mba
A new opportunity to boost your career has emerged with a Micro MBA course designed to equip individuals with essential business skills. The course offers a comprehensive understanding of business fundamentals and addresses current strategic challenges and opportunities in today's global business landscape.According to the course description, participants will "take charge with this accelerated business course designed to help you secure an understanding of the key fundamentals of business, along with current strategic issues, challenges, and opportunities faced by...
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SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans Available to California Small Businesses
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Small nonfarm businesses in three California counties and neighboring counties in Arizona are now eligible to apply for low‑interest federal disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration, announced Francisco Sánchez Jr., associate administrator for the Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience at the Small Business Administration.According to Sánchez, "SBA eligibility covers both the economic impacts on businesses dependent on farmers and ranchers that have suffered agricultural production losses caused by the disaster and businesses...
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Cedric the Entertainer Reschedules Tour Stop at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino
Cedric the Entertainer is rescheduling his upcoming show at the Special Events Center at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino in Indio, California. The show, originally set for Saturday, June 8, 2024, will now take place on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024. This change is necessary due to a scheduling conflict and travel logistics.According to the Fantasy Springs Box Office, all tickets purchased for the original date will be honored for the rescheduled performance. For those unable to attend the new date, refunds are available. To request a refund, individuals are advised to contact the...