NATIONAL HAT DAY
Thursday, March 26, 2026
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Get out your favorite hat (we know, sometimes it can be really hard to decide) and celebrate National Hat Day this March 26! The day was created to honor the history, style, and utility of headwear, from top hats to baseball caps. It encourages people to wear their favorite hats, ranging from fashion-forward pieces to functional, protective gear. Hats have been worn as uniforms, fashion accessories, and protective gear. And did you know that they date all the way back to before 3300 BC?
Though there aren’t any official records of hats before 3,000 BC, it is believed that they were commonplace long before that. The 30,000-year-old Venus of Willendorf figurine may depict a woman wearing a woven hat. One of the earliest known confirmed hats was worn by a bronze-aged man nicknamed Otzi, whose body was found frozen in a mountain between Austria and Italy, where he had been since around 3250 BC. He was discovered wearing a bearskin cap with a chinstrap made of several hides stitched together, resembling a Russian fur hat.
In the Middle Ages, hats were a marker of social status and used to single out certain groups. Hats for women ranged from simple scarves to elaborate hennin, and acted as a symbol of social status. Structured hats for women similar to those of male courtiers began to be worn in the late 16th century. In the first half of the 19th century, women wore bonnets that gradually became larger, decorated with ribbons, flowers, feathers, and gauze trims. By the end of the century, many other styles were introduced, such as hats with wide brims and flat crowns, the flower pot and the toque. In the middle of the 1920s, when women began to cut their hair short, they chose hats that hugged their head like a helmet. These were the cloche hats, whose low brim made it so women had to walk with their chins up, creating an air of independence and self-reliance.
These days, you will see people wearing a wide range of hats. Baseball hats, fedoras, driving caps, berets and wide-brimmed sun hats are popular. Since summer seems to have appeared here in the desert a bit early, you may want to don one to protect your scalp and shield your eyes a bit from the sun's rays. Did you know that we have a few Joslyn Center baseball hats available for a $10 donation? Pickleball visors are also available for a $7 donation. just come see Tomm or Alex if you are interested in either of these. No matter what kind of hat you choose to wear to accentuate your sense of style, wear it in confidence and let your personality shine!
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Thank you to Palm Desert Greens Country Club for designating Joslyn Center as the beneficiary of this year's Charity Golf Tournament on Saturday, March 14th. Special thanks to Lela Anziano, Jonathan Rich, and Lola Breeze for helping to make this happen.
Congratulations to the winning foursome of Bob Harrison, Greg Quaid, and Jimmy & Jimmy Copeland, and to Wayne Breeze on receiving the prestigious Charity Golf Tournament MVP Trophy. This is presented each year to the individual who best exemplifies the spirit of the event. In this case it was for not having played golf in three years and "coming out of retirement" with amazing results such as sinking a 30-foot putt. Tournament proceeds will benefit Joslyn nutrition service programs.
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L-R: Lela Anziano, Jonathan Rich, Wayne Breeze w/MVP Trophy & Lola Breeze | | |
DESERT OASIS HEALTHCARE SPONSORS PICKLEBALL COURTS
RIBBON-CUTTING CEREMONY
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Thank you to Desert Oasis Healthcare for sponsoring the Pickleball Courts Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony. The long-awaited event finally took place on Wednesday, March 18 with Barbara Rogers doing the honors (above). The Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce was on hand with Chamber members and staff and many pickleball playing members who had contributed to the Pickleball Courts Campaign. Joslyn Center was presented with a Certificate of Recognition for the ribbon cutting from the Chamber, as well as from the California State Assembly, California State Senate and United States Congress. We were honored to receive this official recognition! Attendees took a swing at a champagne bottle piñata, including Marivic Erskine (right), with a load of Joslyn pickleballs pouring out. If you missed picking one up, come and see Tomm.
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A short exhibition game was played with Barbara Rogers making the first official serve. Barbara and Joslyn pickleball instructor, Henry Basile, teamed up against Tim Taylor and Joe Calmelat (left). Tim and Joe were no strangers to victory, each having successfully competed in Joslyn Pickleball Club tournaments, and they "took the title" once again.
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Thank you to Barbara Rogers and Gary Geske (right) for underwriting the Center Court, shade structure, turf, and forthcoming water fountain. Thank you to Dojo Pollock & Rajeev Pollock for underwriting the East Court in honor of Lindi Biggi, who was present for the ceremony.
Thank you to the following for contributing to the Pickleball Courts Campaign, some donating more than once:
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Anonymous
James Bates
Guillermo Becerra
Tomm Belanich
Christine Bogosian
John Brende
James Brown
Mitchell Brown
Cathy Casha
Marivic Erskine
Jeanne "Magic" Fields &
Lorna Johnson
Beverly & John Fitzgerald
Ed Forsyth
Nancy Foster
Michael Garai
Ed Giannini
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Mary Gilstrap
Donald Gold
Jan Gordon
Robert Grant
Wallace Hill
Janine Judy
Tanya Karn
Barry Kaufman &
Margo Handelsman
Colleen Kelly
Yangja Kim
Soraya Lavassani
Allison Linnell
Carolyn Martin
Barbara Mitchell
Greg Murphy
Jack Newby
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Lynne Parker
Michael Plante
Dojo Pollock &
Rajeev Pollock
Larry Rasmusson
Barbara Rogers &
Gary Geske
Patricia Rogoff
Scott & Martha Schroeder
Linda Smith
Margaret Tweddell
Linda Weber
Donna Welling
Henri Wilhemi
Dr. Kimberley Yang
Ofelia Ybarra
Jesse Young
| | To join in the fundraising fun, please click below to contribute to the Pickleball Courts Campaign. To inquire about naming rights for the West Court, please call 760-895-4651 or email Info@JoslynCenter.org. | | THIS WEEK'S ACTIVITIES AND HIGHLIGHTS | | |
WEDNESDAY MOVIE MATINEE
ARTHUR NEWMAN THEATRE
March 25, 2:00pm
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The Lone Ranger
2013, 2h 30m
| In 1933 a boy discovers an ancient Native American in a sideshow carnival tent. The Indian is Tonto (Johnny Depp), the old companion of John Reid (Armie Hammer), a lawman more famously known as the Lone Ranger. With this opportunity to set the record straight about his and Reid's adventures, Tonto recalls the day in 1869 when he first encountered the man who would be his trusted friend and tells of their teamwork bringing down Butch Cavendish (William Fichtner) and other Old West outlaws. | | | |
Meet at
Islands
Beachy gourmet burger chain also serving beer and tropical drinks in laid-back surroundings.
72353 Highway 111, Palm Desert
Click image for restaurant information.
Arrive at 1:15pm for Mix & Mingle
Meal order at 1:30pm.
Do not come before 1:15 to avoid the lunch crowd.
Please call John at 760-989-7031 for reservations.
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Don't forget to bring an interesting story or topic.
UPCOMING DATES & RESTAURANTS
April 2 - Babaloo Lounge - Palm Desert (5:00pm)
April 9 - California Bistro - Rancho Mirage (1:15pm)
April 16 - Emperor Buffet - Rancho Mirage (1:15pm)
April 23 - Athena Gyro - Palm Desert (1:15pm)
April 30 - Papa Dan's - Palm Desert (1:15pm)
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MARCH VIRTUAL BOOK CLUB
WITH SHARYN
Friday, March 27, 10:30am
| | Queens of Crime: A Novel is a historical fiction mystery by Marie Benedict (writing as Heather Terrell) about famous female crime writers Agatha Christie, Dorothy L. Sayers, Emma Orczy, Ngaio Marsh, and Margery Allingham forming a secret society to solve a real murder and gain recognition in the male-dominated Detection Club. Set in 1930 London, the book follows the "Queens of Crime" as they investigate the murder of a nurse, while Sayers confronts personal threats related to her past. The novel explores themes of sexism, class, and the criminal justice system, blending historical figures with a fictionalized mystery. | | |
Queens of Crime
by Marie Benedict
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MARCH VIRTUAL BOOK CLUB
WITH SHARYN
Friday, April 24, 10:30am
| | The River We Remember is a standalone historical mystery novel by William Kent Krueger, set in 1958 in the fictional town of Jewel, Minnesota, where the murder of a wealthy landowner exposes deep-seated racism and secrets, forcing Sheriff Brody Dern to confront his own past while investigating the crime, which is quickly blamed on a Native American veteran and his Japanese wife. The book explores themes of prejudice, trauma, and community, using the river as a central metaphor for memory and the flow of life. | | |
The River We Remember
by William Kent Krueger
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16th ANNUAL JOSLYN IN BLOOM
FASHION SHOW LUNCHEON: AVANT-GARDEN
Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage
Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 11am-2pm
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In Support of Joslyn Center Programs & Services
Sparkling Wine Reception & Silent Auction
11am-12pm
Luncheon & Program
12pm-2pm
Three-Course Luncheon including Wine
(dietary restrictions in advance, please)
Merritt & Penny Joslyn Award Honoring
Barbara Rogers & Gary Geske
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Live Auction & Raise the Paddle Fund Appeal
Fashion Show by SUSANSTEINSTYLE! featuring
"MODEL CITIZENS" from the Coachella Valley
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Leisa Austin
Henry Basile
Melanie Blue
Jim Buchholz
James Danoff-Burg
Maria DeRosa
Katie Finn
Randy Florence
Eve Fromberg Edelstein
Winston Gieseke
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Michael Hinkle
Daniel Hurtado
Kristi King
DeAnn Mix
Celeste Schleimer
John Schleimer
Mellisa Silverman
Anyse Smith
Tom Snyder
Hugh Van Horn
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SUGGESTED AVANT-GARDE LUNCHEON ATTIRE
Complimentary Valet Parking
$150 per Person ($100 Fair Market Value)
Sponsorship & Underwriting Opportunities
RSVP, Questions, Payment: 760-895-4654 / 760-895-4651
| | THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS & UNDERWRITERS | | | |
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Barry Kaufman &
Margo Handelsmen
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Lew Da Silva &
People Helping People USA
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Jeff Elder &
Karla Kjellin-Elder
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WINE
PATRON
Susan
Gelman
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PROGRAM BOOK
PATRON
Marge Welmas Barry
| | JOSLYN CENTER GOLD BUSINESS PARTNERS | | The Business Partner program is one of the reasons Joslyn Center is able to keep membership dues and activities low fee or free. Our business partners also sponsor events and social programs, helping to defray costs. To learn more about Gold Business Partner services, please click their logos below. | | |
For a full list of Joslyn Center Business Partners, please click below.
For information on becoming a Business Partner,
please contact Alex at AlexG@JoslynCenter.org or 760-895-4652.
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The Joslyn Center provides extensive programs and services for older adults in Indian Wells, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, and surrounding Coachella Valley communities.
Thank you to the Cities of Indian Wells, Palm Desert and
Rancho Mirage for their ongoing support.
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