La Quinta Cove

Yes, they’re back on Sundays starting at 8 a.m.  Great addition to Old Town seasonal activities….

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Don McCue related many of Abraham Lincoln’s political activities which have impacted the State of California.  Quite an interesting presentation.  Watch for Dr. McCue’s colleague who will speak on October 17, from 2-3 p.m., again, at the Museum.  Here’s a clip of Dr. McCue:

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Cody Guenther, of Indio (formerly of La Quinta) attended the Lincoln lecture on Friday with his parents.  Cody is already a Lincoln expert, and recited this for your enjoyment:

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It is the City’s goal for the youth of La Quinta to accomplish everything on this list during their childhood.  The City of La Quinta has adopted these goals and urges citizens to help your children, grandchildren, and neighborhood children achieve the listed activities.

•    Discover California’s past

•    Splash in the water

•    Play in a safe place

•    Camp under the stars

•    Explore nature

•    Learn to swim

•    Follow a trail

•    Play on a team

•    Catch a fish

•    Celebrate their heritage

Here are a few places & programs the City of La Quinta offers to help you get started…

La Quinta Library                              La Quinta Sports Leagues

La Quinta Museum                                      La Quinta Youth Festival

Lake Cahuilla Regional Park                         Youth Tennis

City of La Quinta Parks                                Tae Kwon Do

                   Nature Walks for Kids & Families

Naturalist Katie Barrows led a recent nature walk  and discussed various plants that will easily adapt to our yards.  Hints on watering, fertilizing, and pruning interested the group.  Here’s a sample:

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Next Nature Walk? October 17: Birds of the Preserve.  Mark your calendar and join us a 8 a.m.

Please listen to Linda Evans to speak to issues that effect all of us.

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Don Wildman (History Channel’s “Cities of the Underworld” host) dazzled a large audience on Friday.  Having explored all over the world, he asked about the Cove.  Maybe we have some mysterious tunnels for him to burrow into!

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$30 rounds of golf for LQ residents (with your resident card) until October 5!  Seven days a week, anytime.  (Guest rate is $68)  Book tee times by calling 888-600-7272