Oct 4-Oct 8
(4 Night)

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Digital Photography on Location in Palm Springs – (Activity Level 2) - With a creative eye, these hands on digital photography class develops your technical skills and image editing. Visits to Palm Springs Art Museum, Palm Springs Air Museum and cactus gardens provide plenty of inspiration. Critiquing session on last day of program. One dinner not included.
History of the Desert – Field trip with Historian Ed Hartman

Jan 6-Jan 9
(3 Night)

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Palm Springs 22nd Annual International Film Festival – (Activity Level: 2) - 6 films – speakers & critiquing. Three days of exciting film viewing at the Palm Springs International Film Festival. Join experts and fellow cinema buffs to view stimulating new film productions in competition from worldwide studios. Experience a range of emotions: laughter, tears and sometimes outrage. Palm Springs is the perfect showcase for the Film Festival that makes it possible for thousands to see movies from around the world that they would not, otherwise, be able to see. Six films are scheduled through Sunday morning. Critiquing sessions and guest speakers enhance your enjoyment of the films. An official program will be included in your welcome bag to serve as a guide to the many additional film choices. 3 Continental breakfasts on site, 3 lunches at theater & 2 dinners at nearby restaurants within walking distance. 1 dinner not included. 2 miles to theater.

Jan 9-Jan 14
(5 Night)

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Palm Springs 22nd Annual International Film Festival – (Activity Level: 2) - 9 films – speakers & critiquing. Five days of exciting film viewing at the Palm Springs International Film Festival. Join experts and fellow cinema buffs to view stimulating new film productions in competition from worldwide studios. Experience a range of emotions: laughter, tears and sometimes outrage. Palm Springs is the perfect showcase for the Film Festival that makes it possible for thousands to see movies from around the world that they would not, otherwise, be able to see. Nine films are scheduled through Friday morning. Critiquing sessions and guest speakers enhance your enjoyment of the films. An official program will be included in your welcome bag to serve as a guide to the many additional film choices. 5 Continental breakfasts on site, 4 lunches at theater & 3 dinners at nearby restaurants within walking distance. 2 dinners not included. 2 miles to theater

Jan 16-Jan 21
(4 Night)

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Great Directors & Filmmakers of Our Time, Palm Springs Air Museum, Play Better Bridge – (Activity Level: 2) –An up close and personal look at Oliver Stone, Martin Scorsese, Spike Lee, Richard Donner, Robert Zemekis, Roger Corman, John Milius, Taylor Hackford, Richard Benjamin and Paul Mazursky. Experience the history, emotion and excitement of a bygone era at the Air Museum. This is one of the world's largest collections of flying WWII airplanes. Special exhibitions change often. View the plane you or a loved one may have flown. Bridge: Improve your judgment in Bidding (overcalls, take-out doubles, weak 2's, Jacoby transfers), Play (plan, suit development, trump management) and Defense (opening leads, signals). Practice hands played as time permits. 2 Dinners not included.

Feb 7-Feb 11
(4 Night)

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Digital Photography on Location in Palm Springs and History of the Desert – (Activity Level: 2) Hands on digital photography class develops your technical skills and image editing. Visits to Palm Springs Art Museum, Indian Canyons, Air Museum, cactus gardens and other locales provide inspiration. Critiquing session included. Why is this desert? What plants survive in this barren land? Why do dates taste so good? How are the 125 golf courses kept green? What is the story of the Native American casinos? Answers to these questions & more facts on our desert field trip. 1 Dinner not included.

Feb 27-Mar 4
(5 Night)

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History of the Desert – Play Better Bridge – Discover New Ways to Cook – (Activity Level: 2) Why is this a desert? What plants survive in this barren land? Why do dates taste so good? How are the 125 golf courses kept green? What is the story of the Native American casinos? Answers to these & much more during field trip & from guest speakers. Learn about some of the history of the desert that encompasses the Palm Springs area. Enjoy a guided field trip of the area. Become familiar with some of the desert flora and fauna from local experts. Improve your judgment in: Bidding (overcalls, take-out doubles, weak 2's, Jacoby transfers), Play (plan, suit development, trump management.) Defense (opening leads, signals). Practice hands will be played as time permits. This Bridge program is not for beginners. What elevates ordinary cooking to haute cuisine? Learn the 'trade secrets' from our chef while preparing selected appetizers, soups, salads and desserts. The meals prepared during the cuisine classes will be served for lunch. 2 Dinners not included.

Mar 7-Mar 11
(4 Night)

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Digital Photography on Location in Palm Springs and History of the Desert – (Activity Level: 2) Hands on digital photography class develops your technical skills and image editing. Visits to Palm Springs Art Museum, Indian Canyons, Air Museum, cactus gardens and other locales provide inspiration. Critiquing session included. Why is this desert? What plants survive in this barren land? Why do dates taste so good? How are the 125 golf courses kept green? What is the story of the Native American casinos? Answers to these questions & more facts on our desert field trip. 1 Dinner not included.

Mar 13-Mar 18
(5 Night)

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The Best of the Desert – (Activity Level: 2) - During the week you will capture the flavor and beauty of this exotic area. Courses are taught by local experts. Visit the Living Desert, a unique wildlife and Botanical Park. Experience the beautiful and historic Indian Canyons (a photographer's dream); a History of the Desert field trip, a visit to the Palm Springs Art Museum and to the Palm Springs Air Museum (where all of the old planes are still operable). 2 Dinners not included

Mar 28-Apr 1
(4 Night)

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Palm Springs in Profile – (Activity Level: 2) - Palm Springs is a state of mind as much as a place! The peaceful desert contrasts with the excitement of its storybook history, its eccentric charm and eternal appeal. With expert guides, we will learn about the fascinating Windmill Farms, the Holocaust Memorial, the dramatic Indian Canyons and local history. Aboard the new revolving Aerial Tram, we pass through five distinct ecological zones as we ascend Mt. San Jacinto (8,500 feet) for a panoramic view of the valley (camera and binoculars are a must)! A highlight of the week is the laughter and entertainment provided by the Fabulous Palm Springs Follies. 1 Dinner not included.