October 26-November 1, 2026

National Internet Day connects us all every October 29. This day honors the profound impact of the internet on communication, commerce, and culture since its inception. Explore its history, celebrate its innovations, and consider its future possibilities.

The internet has become an indispensable lifeline for senior citizens, transforming how they age by bridging the gap between isolation and vibrant connection. For older adults, digital connectivity is far more than a convenience; it is a vital tool for maintaining independence, managing healthcare, and safeguarding mental well-being. Through video calls, social media, and email, seniors can instantly connect with distant family members and friends, drastically reducing the risks of loneliness and depression. Furthermore, the internet provides critical access to telehealth services, online pharmacy refills, and digital banking, allowing those with limited mobility to manage their daily lives safely from home. By opening doors to endless learning, entertainment, and essential services, the internet empowers seniors to stay informed, engaged, and deeply connected to the modern world.

Enjoy free Wi-Fi while you are at Joslyn Center! You will find signs with the network name and password in every room. To save time, just scan the QR code on the sign with your phone to connect to the internet instantly.

The 9th annual Wine and All That Jazz takes its inspiration from Miles Davis with Sketches of Spain. The theme embraces the wine, cuisine, music, and culture of Spain. In November 1959, Miles Davis' wife, Frances, insisted that he accompany her to a performance by flamenco dancer Roberto Iglesias. Inspired by the performance, Davis bought every flamenco album he could from the Colony Records shop in New York City. Working with arranger and composer Gil Evans on compositions largely derived from the Spanish folk tradition, the Grammy-winning Sketches of Spain was released in July 1960 to great acclaim as one of Davis’ most celebrated recordings.

Please join us for an Iberian excursion in support of vital programs and services for older adults in Indian Wells, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, and surrounding Coachella Valley communities. Tickets are $325 and sponsorships & underwriting opportunities range from $2,500 to $25,000 with commensurate benefits.

Thank you to our Wine & All That Jazz: Sketches of Spain Sponsors & Underwriters!

MADRID SPONSORS

Jeff Elder &

Karla Kjellin-Elder

Jan

Salta

CENTERPIECE PATRON

Stephen Gale & Sin Wee Koh-Gale

Barbara Rogers & Lindi Biggi in the Spotlight

Congratulations to Joslyn Center Board Member Barbara Rogers and longtime Joslyn Center supporter Lindi Bigi on being featured in the October–December issue of Desert Charities News! We are grateful for their dedication to our community and the difference they make in supporting others. Please join us in celebrating this well-deserved recognition!

Meet at

Palm Tree Palace

Authentic Hong Kong-style Chinese restaurant serving Peking duck 
and wonton soup.

79-680 Highway 111, Suite 103, La Quinta

Click image for restaurant information.

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

Tables of 8 - $15-$25/person

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Starting November 5, the Joslyn Singles

will be meeting at 1:30 for lunch.

This action-packed thriller tells of four sixty-year-old elite assassins—Billie, Helen, Mary Alice, and Natalie, when they are forced out of their brief retirement. A year after the events of Killers of a Certain Age, the shadowy organization known as the Museum informs them that a mole has leaked an agency hit list. An Eastern European crime queen is systematically hunting down the agents responsible for disrupting her empire decades ago. Jet-setting across Europe to Venice, Sardinia, and Egypt, the deadly quartet leverages their perceived invisibility as older women to expose the mole, dodge lethal traps, and eliminate their ultimate nemesis.

Kills Well with Others

by Deanna Raybourn

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.

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 (Cove Communities) for their ongoing support.