La Quinta Cove

Disc Golf Tournament

kay — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 07:19:35 +0000

The City of LQ and Helix Disc Golf have teamed up to host this FREE event on Saturday, February 4 at 10:00 a.m. It will take place at the La Quinta Cove Oasis, which is above the Cove among the palm trees. If you don’t bring your own, extra discs will be furnished by Helix, so go to Tecate and Madero to register, hike up to the “course”, and join the fun.

There will be divisions for YOUTH (15 and younger), NOVICE, AND ADVANCED, with prizes for winners of games such as “closest to the pin” and “ring of fire”. Sound like fun? Come on up and find out!

Big First Friday at the Museum

kay — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 07:08:27 +0000

In celebration of Black History month, a group of talented musicians will focus on four pioneers who influenced music in the U.S.: Eubie Blake, Louis Armstrong, Lena Horne and Paul Robeson. Interpreting these icons will be Yve Evans, Perry L. Brown, and members of E & J Movement. The entertainment and open house are set for 5-7:00, on February 3, and are free. However, recent presentations at the Museum have resulted in overflow crowds, so a) come early to get a seat and b) bring a wrap in case you are one of those seated outside in the patio.

CPR and First Aid classes held

kay — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 07:24:26 +0000

The City of La Quinta sponsored two days of classes for staff and CERT volunteers last week. CPR, AED, and First Aid were topics, given by a trainer from the American Heart Association. Here you see the Infant CPR session, with infant “dummies” for each trainee. There was lots of practice and plenty of useful information during the day-long session. The session was held in the Emergency Operations Center at City Hall.

http://youtu.be/SJ83dl_3KLw

TALK BACK FROM JANE: AARP tax help

kay — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:42:15 +0000

THANKS TO JANE FOR AMPLILFYING THE INFO ABOUT TAX HELP:

I’d like to clarify your announcement about AARP tax help at the LQ senior center. I am one of the volunteers in this program, which has been offered for a number of years across the country.
Two clarifications:
1) we assemble complete tax returns for qualifying individuals, using computer software similar to Turbo-tax, and e-file the returns. We do not typically offer “assistance” to individuals preparing their own tax returns, although we are happy to answer straightforward questions in such cases if time allows. Volunteers have all received IRS training.
2) “qualifying individuals” include those with simple tax circumstances–no rental income, no sales of business assets such as rental properties, no K-1 forms, no state returns other than Calif, no partnership income, no self-employment income with expenses over $10,000 or depreciation…and the list goes on.
What we do offer should be sufficient to complete the tax returns of most seniors and low-income taxpayers. These are the individuals whom the AARP program is intended to assist.

NOW IS THE TIME TO SIGN UP: AARP tax help!

kay — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 07:14:56 +0000

Call the Senior Center for an appointment for FREE tax help, sponsored by AARP. Starting in February, every Tuesday and Friday, a tax specialist will be available to give you a hand. But you MUST call ahead 564-0096… assistance runs through April.

Also at the Senior Center, call ahead for the February 16 Valentine Luncheon. Prior registration is required. For a whole $2, this is a deal. Cheapest date in town for your sweetie! Again, 564-0096.

TALK BACK FROM ROB

kay — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 07:54:40 +0000

Hi, I’m a subscriber to your wonderful newsletter and just wanted to compliment you on how interesting and informative it is, thank you!

We’re regular visitors to LaQuinta and think it’s the best place in the world, hope to live or have a second home there someday.

Rob H.

Thank YOU, Rob. We think it’s the best place in the world also!

LQ Historical Sites: bus tour

kay — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 07:56:35 +0000

Sign up now for the February 9 tour of local historical sites, including the new plaque locations. Call 564-1283 for more information. Sponsored by the LQ Historical Society, naturally.

Nature Walk….. before the big blow

kay — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 07:44:08 +0000

About twenty people joined Jeff Smith for “Stories from the Early Days” last Saturday. Although overcast at first, a rainbow (photo on the left, look closely) heralded sunshine well before the wind started to blow. We got a great overview of the history of our community, and the evolution of how the city arrived at TODAY. Next Nature Walk, February 18: “Wildflowers” so let’s hope for that rain! Sponsored by the City of LQ and the Stewards of the Fred Wolff Nature Preserve.

History series at the Museum

kay — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 07:43:04 +0000

In honor of La Quinta’s 30 years since incorporation, the LQ Historical Society is sponsoring a series of four history discussions beginning tomorrow, January 20. Each will take place from 5-7 p.m. and is free of charge. Here’s the lineup. And you’ll be reminded each month again, as the new event nears:

January 20: Pre-History & Native Americans, Bradshaw Trail, and Point Happy Ranch: Harry Quinn and Louise Neeley
February 17: La Quinta Hotel and Ranches: Judy Vossler, Barbara Irwin, and Tom Kennedy
March 23: The Desert Club & Historical Casitas of La Quinta Cove: Johanna Wickman and Maggie Gordon
April 13: City Incorporation, Arts Foundation, and Historical Society: Kay Wolff and Terry Henderson

Mark your calendars now so you don’t get double booked!

Scenes from the Humana WalkIt last weekend

kay — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 07:01:57 +0000

Hundreds of walkers enjoyed the Bear Creek Trail for the first time. A great introduction one of the Cove’s finest features. How is your pedometer working? If you’re going to the “Humana Challenge”, you can get one there, or get help if you have questions about the computer program or other functions.