October 13-19, 2025

INTERNATIONAL DAY FOR DISASTER REDUCTION

Monday, October 13, 2025

International Day for Disaster Reduction is observed on October 13 every year. The day is a chance to recognize the progress made in addressing vulnerability to disasters and the loss of lives, economies, and health. Every year, the day honors people and communities all over the world who are working to reduce their vulnerability to disasters and raise awareness about the urgency of lowering the dangers they face. Disaster resilience in response to catastrophic weather events and other natural and man-made disasters requires international cooperation in the form of Official Development Aid (ODA) as well as capacity building.

We want you to be prepared in case of a disaster here in the Coachella Valley. On Wednesday, October 22, the Coachella Valley Disaster Preparedness Network will be here with a Personal Preparedness Seminar. Learn what to do in the face of a disaster and how to prepare in advance. Lunch will be provided and you will also leave with a Ready-to-Go Bag with various supplies to use in an emergency. We all need to be prepared in case the unfortunate happens and we need to deal with a disaster. Space is limited for this informative seminar. Please call the front desk at 760-340-3220 to register.

61st ANNUAL PALM DESERT GOLF CART PARADE: CALIFORNIA DREAMING

THIS WEEK'S ACTIVITIES AND HIGHLIGHTS

WEDNESDAY MOVIE MATINEE

ARTHUR NEWMAN THEATRE

OCTOBER 15, 2:00pm

The Haunted Mansion

2003, 1h 23m

Workaholic real estate agent Jim Evers (Eddie Murphy) is accused by his wife, Sara (Marsha Thomason), of neglecting his son (Marc John Jefferies) and daughter (Aree Davis), so he takes the family on a vacation. Along the way, the family stops off at a sinister mansion that Jim has been asked to sell, only to discover it's haunted by Master Gracey (Nathaniel Parker) ; his stern butler, Ramsley (Terence Stamp) ; and two other servants who need some help breaking a curse.

October movies sponsored by:

October 22 - Casper (1995)

October 29 - Carnival of Souls (1962)

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Thursday, October 16, 3:30pm

Meet at

Stuft Pizza

Laid-back spot wins fans with its menu of American & Italian eats.

72840 Highway 111, Palm Desert

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Arrive at 3:30pm for Mix & Mingle

Dinner order at 4:00pm.

Happy Hour / special pricing may apply.

CASH ONLY PER SINGLES GROUP POLICY

Please call John at 760-989-7031 for reservations.

OCTOBER DATES & RESTAURANTS

October 23 - Red Robin, Palm Desert

October 30 - Pier 88 Seafood & Bar, Palm Desert

OCTOBER BOOK CLUB WITH SHARYN

Friday, October 24, 10:30am

In Strangers in Time, bestselling author David Baldacci steps away from high-octane thrillers to deliver a haunting and emotional wartime story. Set during the London Blitz of 1944, the novel follows three strangers—a street-smart orphan, a displaced teen, and a grieving bookseller—who are drawn together in a world shattered by war.

More than just a historical novel, Strangers in Time explores the emotional battlefield of survival, grief, resilience, and found family. It’s a touching story of ordinary lives in extraordinary times, where kindness is revolutionary, and love comes from the unlikeliest places.

SUNDAY CABARET SERIES

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WINE AND ALL THAT JAZZ: ITALIAN STYLE

Limited Tickets Available!

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THANK YOU TO OUR WINE & ALL THAT JAZZ SPONSORS & UNDERWRITERS!

TUSCANY PRESENTING SPONSOR

Katherine Vilas

LOMBARDY SPONSORS

CAMPANIA SPONSORS

AUCTION PATRON

Jan Salta

ENTERTAINMENT PATRON

People Helping People USA

CENTERPIECE PATRON

PROGRAM BOOK PATRON

For information on sponsorship and underwriting opportunities, please contact Greg Murphy at 760-895-4651 or GregM@JoslynCenter.org.

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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.

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For information on becoming a Business Partner,

please contact Alex at AlexG@JoslynCenter.org or 760-895-4652.

JOSLYN CENTER BUSINESS PARTNERS

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.