Rancho Mirage Chamber Sets September 18 Deadline for Inclusion in Valley’s Largest Shop Local Guide
Rancho Mirage Chamber Sets September 18 Deadline for Inclusion in Valley’s Largest Shop Local GuideBusinesses and nonprofits that join by the print date will be listed in a 17,000-copy annual guide distributed across three citiesRANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. — [Date] — The Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce announced today that any business or nonprofit joining the Chamber on or before September 18, 2026 will be included in the 2026–2027 Shop Local Guide, the Chamber’s annual print directory of Coachella Valley
Rotary Clubs of the Coachella Valley and LifeStream Unite for Community Blood Drive
Rotary Clubs of the Coachella Valley and LifeStream Unite for Community Blood Drive COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. - The Rotary Clubs of the Coachella Valley and LifeStream Blood Bank are joining forces for the Coachella Valley Community Blood Drive, culminating Saturday, September 19, with a valley-wide day of giving under the message, “Together, We Give Blood. Together, We Save Lives.” Mobile blood drives will be held September 19 at the Palm Springs Police Department Training Center and Palm Desert Family
Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce Hosts Successful Young Professionals Networking Mixer
Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce Hosts Successful Young Professionals Networking Mixer Rancho Mirage, CA — The Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a successful Young Professionals Networking Mixer at La Sierra University, bringing together local business owners, emerging leaders, and professionals for an evening focused on networking, community connection, and relationship building. The event provided a relaxed and welcoming environment for attendees to meet new people, exchange ideas, and
Hanson House Foundation Announces 23rd Annual Gala: “An Evening at COPA: Where Rhythm Meets Philanthropy”
Hanson House Foundation Announces 23rd Annual Gala: “An Evening at COPA: Where Rhythm Meets Philanthropy” PALM SPRINGS, Calif. — Hanson House Foundation will host its 23rd Annual Gala, “An Evening at COPA: Where Rhythm Meets Philanthropy,” on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at the Palm Springs Air Museum. Inspired by the glamour and energy of the legendary Copacabana, the evening will feature dinner by Lulu California Bistro, live entertainment with dancers, dancing, silent and live auctions, and inspiring
Walter Clark Legal Group Continues Distributing 4,500 New Backpacks Filled with School Supplies to Local Students
Walter Clark Legal Group Continues Distributing 4,500 New Backpacks Filled with School Supplies to Local Students Rancho Mirage, CA – August 12, 2026 – Walter Clark Legal Group is continuing its annual backpack donation program by providing approximately 4,500 new backpacks filled with school supplies to students across Southern California as they return to the classroom.This year, the firm is supporting six elementary schools across five school districts. To help make each distribution a little
BACK NINE GOLF RANCHO MIRAGE LAUNCHES “BACK NINE HEROES” PROGRAM
BACK NINE GOLF RANCHO MIRAGE LAUNCHES “BACK NINE HEROES” PROGRAMNew community program recognizes law enforcement, firefighters, EMS/paramedics and healthcare professionals with exclusive Heroes pricing and 24/7 member access — “Because Heroes Don’t Work 9 to 5.”RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. — Back Nine Golf Rancho Mirage is launching the Back Nine Heroes Program, a new community initiative created to recognize and thank the law enforcement officers, firefighters, EMS/paramedics and healthcare professionals who
Eisenhower Health Ranked #1 in the Inland Empire by U.S. News and World Report
Eisenhower Health Ranked #1 in the Inland Empire by U.S. News and World Report For Immediate Release Lee Rice | Public Information Officer Eisenhower Health 39000 Bob Hope Drive Rancho Mirage, California 92270 310. 210. 6192 Rancho Mirage, CA(August 4, 2026) – Eisenhower Health has been named by U.S. News & World Report a 2026-2027 Best Hospital. Eisenhower is ranked No. 1 in the Inland Empire (Riverside and San Bernardino Counties) and is ranked #22 in California (top 5.5% of all hospitals) among
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Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce to Host 5th Annual Marketing Summit
Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce to Host 5th Annual Marketing Summit Full-day event brings marketing and AI experts to the Library & Observatory with strategies businesses can use immediately RANCHO MIRAGE, CA — August 3, 2026: The Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce will present its 5th Annual Marketing Summit on Friday, September 11, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Rancho Mirage Library & Observatory. The full-day educational event is designed to equip business owners, entrepreneurs, and
Walter Clark Legal Group Donates 4,500 Backpacks to Students for the School Year
Walter Clark Legal Group Donates 4,500 Backpacks to Students for the School YearRancho Mirage, CA – July 13, 2026 – Walter Clark Legal Group is donating 4,500 backpacks to students across Southern California as they prepare to return to school. Backpack deliveries and distributions are scheduled to take place over the coming weeks at the following schools and districts:350 backpacks to students at Kennedy Elementary School during the Chalk the Walk Event on August 11, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. on the
Katie's Guide to Rancho Mirage: Summer Staycation
Katie's Guide to Rancho MirageSummer Staycation: Fall in Love with Rancho Mirage By Katie Slimko-Tuvell, IOM President & CEO, Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce There is something magical about summer in Rancho Mirage. While some people think summer is the time to leave the desert, those of us who call this community home know there is another side to the season. Summer gives us a chance to slow down, reconnect, enjoy incredible hospitality, and rediscover the hidden treasures right in our own
One Wristband, Forty Reasons to Feel Good
One Wristband, Forty Reasons to Feel GoodHere's one of the best-kept secrets of Taste of Summer Rancho Mirage: when you buy your $10 wristband, you're not just unlocking a month of incredible dining deals—you're directly supporting a local nonprofit of your choice.This year, nearly forty local nonprofit organizations are participating in Taste of Summer by selling wristbands as a summer fundraiser. The summer months can be especially challenging for charities, and this event gives them a meaningful way to
WALTER CLARK LEGAL GROUP COVERS RIDE FARE FOR INDEPENDENCE DAY
WALTER CLARK LEGAL GROUP COVERS RIDE FARE FOR INDEPENDENCE DAYRancho Mirage, CA - Independence Day weekend partygoers can count on Walter Clark Legal Group’s Safe Ride Home Program to get them home safely because the law firm is once again reimbursing cab and rideshare fares for people who register for a special coupon before Friday, July 3, 2026. Reimbursement is offered for rides taken between 10:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. on July 3 and July 4. To register for a free reimbursement coupon, go to walterclark.com
Congratulations to Desert Town Hall’s 2026 Youth Ambassador Scholarship Recipients
INDIAN WELLS, Calif. -- June 22, 2026 -- The Board of Directors of Desert Forum, Inc. is pleased to announce Desert Town Hall’s 2026 Youth Ambassador Scholarship recipients. Desert Town Hall is committed to creating unforgettable experiences by delivering engaging, inspiring, and thought-provoking ideas through the voices of world-class speakers. The speaker series consists of four events each year, from January to April. Youth Town Hall is the student part of these events, providing opportunities for up
Take the Guesswork Out of Networking
Take the Guesswork Out of Networking How to walk into any room and actually enjoy yourself Let's be honest about something. For a lot of us, the word "networking" lands with a little thud. It conjures up a crowded room, a name tag curling at the corner, a warm drink we're holding mostly so our hands have a job, and that low hum of panic: Who do I talk to? What do I say? When can I leave? Here's the good news. Networking isn't a performance, and it's definitely not about working a room like you're
25 Simple Ways to Increase Revenue Without Finding New Customers
25 Simple Ways to Increase Revenue Without Finding New Customers Most businesses don’t need more customers. They need to maximize the relationships, resources, partnerships, and opportunities they already have. As I collect feedback through business walks, surveys, and member meetings and gatherings - I hear you say that you need more customers, which is true. And, maximizing your current customer base is also extremely valuable ... heck, they are already your customers! Here is a list go get you
Workforce Development Starts with Small Business: Practical Hiring Strategies for the Coachella Valley
Workforce Development Starts with Small Business: Practical Hiring Strategies for the Coachella Valley For many small business owners in the Coachella Valley, finding and retaining qualified employees remains one of the biggest challenges to growth. Whether you're operating a restaurant, retail store, construction company, healthcare practice, or professional services firm, workforce development isn't just a government initiative—it's a business strategy. The first step is preparation. Before posting a
A Thread That Holds the Valley Together: Understanding Valley Chambers
A Thread That Holds the Valley Together By Katie Slimko-Tuvell, President & CEO, Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce If you run a business anywhere in the Coachella Valley, you've probably had this moment of friendly confusion: which chamber of commerce is mine? We're lucky to have a remarkable number of them across these nine cities and the communities in between — Palm Springs, the Palm Desert Area, Indian Wells, Thousand Palms, the Greater Coachella Valley, DBA, DVBA that brings several areas under
Parkinson’s Resource Organization to Attend World Parkinson Congress in Phoenix
Parkinson’s Resource Organization to Attend World Parkinson Congress in Phoenix Local nonprofit to represent Coachella Valley Parkinson’s community at one of the world’s leading Parkinson’s gatherings Palm Desert, CA, May 19, 2026 – Parkinson’s Resource Organization (PRO) will join more than 4,000 delegates from over 70 countries at the World Parkinson Congress, one of the largest and most influential Parkinson’s events in the world, in Arizona next week.Held every three years, the World Parkinson Congress
Katie Slimko-Tuvell, IOM, Named to Board of Directors of the Western Association of Chamber Executives
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASERancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce Katie Slimko-Tuvell, IOM, Named to Board of Directors of the Western Association of Chamber ExecutivesRancho Mirage Chamber President & CEO Joins Regional Leadership Body Serving Chamber Professionals Across the West RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. — The Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that its President and CEO, Katie Slimko-Tuvell, IOM, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Western Association of Chamber Executives
What’s ‘Growing Wild’ in the Sunnylands gardens? Movies in May
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 15, 2026CONTACT: Ken Chavez 760-202-2266, kchavez@sunnylands.org What’s ‘Growing Wild’ in the Sunnylands gardens? Movies in May Sunnylands’ free outdoor movie series, Films in the Gardens, resumes in May with a trio of films knit together under the theme, “Growing Wild,” which drew inspiration from the ongoing exhibition, Curating Canopy: Trees at Sunnylands.Films in the Gardens runs for three consecutive Friday evenings in May. Each movie begins at 8 p.m. They are:May 1
Angel’s Haven Care: Residential Assisted Living with Heart in Rancho Mirage
Caring for Seniors in Rancho Mirage Rancho Mirage is a community known for its sunshine, beauty, and neighborly spirit. As families here look for the best ways to support their aging loved ones, residential assisted living has become an increasingly popular choice. It offers seniors the comfort of home with the safety, care, and companionship they need.What Makes Residential Assisted Living Special? Unlike large nursing facilities, residential assisted living homes provide a family-like atmosphere with
The Scroll Before the Stroll: How Digital Visibility Drives Real-World Foot Traffic
Your business’s digital presence is no longer optional. It’s the storefront before the storefront — the place people check before they check you out in person. And if you're not there, you're not just invisible. You’re irrelevant. Every search, scroll, and social post is a potential turning point for foot traffic, sales, and long-term customer loyalty. That presence — your business’s signal to the world — shapes perception, decision-making, and reputation before anyone sets foot inside.Build Trust Before
