This Year's Chamber Installation Dinner to be a Tropical Affair!
 

The Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce is inviting its members, community leaders, and area residents to attend its upcoming Installation of Officers, Saturday, June 19, 2010, at the new Headquarters building, located at 5864 Adobe Road.

There will be a social hour beginning at 6:00pm, with dinner and celebrations beginning at 7:00pm. Dinner is being catered to match the "Survivor Island 29" theme, and will be provided by local restaurants and food vendors.

In keeping with the lighthearted "Survivor Island 29 theme", feel free to break out the Hawaiian shirts and Island accessories, and be ready to enjoy yourself! Entertainment will be provided by the Z107.7 Mobile DJ with a special appearance by the "Hawaiian Honeys" Polynesian dancers. Rumor has is that current board President Gary Daigneault will be voted off the island by a vote of the tribal board council.

In contrast to past years, the winners of the Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce community awards will not be revealed until the awards ceremony. We encourage all members of the community to come out and support those who have gone (and continue to go) above and beyond the call of duty to support our great city.

In addition, the following individuals will be installed as 2010-2011 members of the Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors:

President: Gary DeMaroney
Vice President: Andy Patel
Secretary: Syndee Slayton
Treasurer: Margaret Chaffer


Reservations will be available at the new Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center offices, located at 73484 Twentynine Palms Highway. Seats will be $25 each. Please feel free to contact our office at (760) 367-3445 for more information.

 

 Annual Street Fair and Car Show Again a Success
 

This year's Annual Street Fair and Car Show was held on Friday, June 4, 2010 from 6:00pm-10:00pm in historic downtown Twentynine Palms. Thousands of people from all over the Morongo Basin braved the early heat to see an impressive car lineup, as well as the great businesses and groups that were offering everything from great food to raffle prizes, and even coupons for future discounts!

The Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce would like to send a huge thank you to our great sponsors for their donations in support of this event: KCDZ Z107.7FM, The City of Twentynine Palms, Roughley Manor, Williams Insurance Service, Inc., NAPA Auto Parts, Navy Federal Credit Union, Corbin for Council, Beltz Portable Toilets, Burrtec, Copper Mountain Broadcasting, Marr Realty and Rentals and Deep 6 Productions.

This year's award winners were:

Classic Car
1st Place - Jake Rogers, 1929 Ford Model A
2nd Place - Joseph Kendall, 1942 Super Blue Convertible
3rd Place - Ray Black, 1963 ½ Ford Galaxie 500 XL

Modern Car
1st Place - James and Guinda Mooney, 1998 Corvette
2nd Place - Laura Stock, 2001 Plymouth Prowler
3rd Place - Shawn Clifford - 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR

Truck
1st Place - Ron Mills, 1962 Willy Pick Up
2nd Place - Lowell Johnson, 1976 Dodge Camper
3rd Place - Ken Tyree, 1956 Ford F-100

Street Bike
1st - Richard Austin, 2007 Harley Davidson Softail Custom
2nd - Rick Sturgill, 2010 Harley Davidson Street Glide CVO

Under Construction
Mike Ernst, 1951 Nash Air Flute

MCAGCC Commanding General's Choice
Jim Harris, 2004 Ford Mustang

Mayor's Choice
Mark Hartl, 1950 Chevrolet CPE

The Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce congratulates all of this year's winners, and thanks all of those individuals who entered their vehicle into this year's event, as well as all of our vendors. The Chamber would also like to send out a huge thank you to our hard-working and reliable volunteers, Lori Cosgriff, Jim Woolsey, George Collard and Tammi Addessi. Clean-up was provided by the Twentynine Palms Fire Department Explorers.

 

 Last Chance to Fill Up on Creative Fuel for the Summer!
 

The Creative Center has become a desirable destination for the month of June for your creative drive, and your last chance to gas up your creative juices - "NEXT SERVICES 100 MILES" !!!

So put your top down and drive on over to the east side for an art filled experience with your friends for a discounted printmaking party, or Anna's Studio Opening, or the mosaic workshop, or another look-see at the Zombies! Or NEW! STAIN GLASS ART CLASSES

Whatever your pleasures we've got it going on! CHECK IT OUT BEFORE JUNE 30th! DOORS CLOSE JULY 1 AND WILL REOPEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2010.

 

 29 Palms Creative Center & Gallery Offering Discounted Printmaking Parties!
 Through June 30th

Through the end of the month, enjoy special discounted rates are available for you to throw your very own printmaking party! Bring food! Libations! Music!

For a smashing good time, making INSTANT-GRATIFICATION-MAKE-YOU-FEEL-GOOD-ART-MAKING WITH YOUR FRIENDS! Schedule day or night for only $20 a person. Call Gretchen at (760) 361-1805 NOW!

 

 NEW! - STAIN GLASS ART CLASSES
 Through June 30th

Doug Whitfield began learning how to stain glass as a kid, since the start of his father teaching him the ropes of the glass business. So needless to say Doug has a real sharp eye for cutting glass and now, for the first time ever, teaching others how to stain glass at the Creative Center! Schedule your very own stain glass class Monday - Saturday.

Call the 29 Palms Creative Center and Gallery at (760) 361-1805 with any questions.

 

 Father's Day Card Making
 June 19, 2010

Having trouble finding the perfect card for Dad? Well then, come make your own personal cards for Dad and any other friends or loved ones that you know would be tickled-pink to receive a homemade card from you. Join us at the 29 Palms Creative Center and Gallery from 10am-2pm! Please call the 29 Palms Creative Center and Gallery at (760) 361-1805 with any questions.

 

 Father's Day Breakfast
 June 20, 2010

Please join us in celebrating Dad's special day! Before breakfast, join our zoo keepers for a once-in-a-lifetime visit at the Giraffe barn, where you and your guests will go behind the scenes to feed our beautiful reticulated giraffes and learn about this extraordinary endangered species. Then enjoy a delightful continental breakfast in the Boardroom at the NEW Stephen B. Chase Administrative Complex. The festivities begin at 7:00am! Paid reservations are required online at www.livingdesert.org

 

 *Summer Youth Theatre - The Velveteen Rabbit and Mark the Mime from Disneyland*
 June 22nd-24th and June 28th-30th, 2010

"The Velveteen Rabbit" will take the stage in the form of a children's workshop production through the Hi-Desert Cultural Center's School of Creative Arts at the Blak Box Theater June 30th, at 11:00 AM. Elementary and secondary aged students are welcome to join in the fun of theatrical studies, which will begin on Jun 22nd, teaching stage presence basics while exploring the creative process of make believe through body gestures (or "pantomime.") This six-session workshop is slated for June 22, 23, 24 and will continue on June 28, 29, and 30th. All workshop training will occur from 9am-11am, culminating in the group performance on the last day. All workshop participants will be in the final performance!

This theatrical themed workshop has a minimum class size of 10, with no maximum limitation. There is a $10.00 fee per participant, and if students register before June 13th, they will be given a free ticket to see "Mark-the-Mime" on June 13th, who will be performing his incredible comedy program sure to tickle all ages, and inspire young eager actors and actresses!

This wonderful opportunity has been sponsored in part by the Yucca Valley Soroptimists, International. To register contact the Box Office at 760-366-3777, or register on-line at hidesertculturalcenter.com. Proof of registration will be required to redeem "Mark-the-Mime" free show passes.

"Touted as one of the great secrets of the Disneyland Resort" from the Travel Channel, "Mark the Mime" will be making a special visit the Hi-Desert Cultural Center's Blak Box Theater this Sunday, June 13th, 2010! California Magazine declares Mark-the-Mime to be "one of the state's best shows," bringing to our community the opportunity to be enchanted with his humor, sarcasm and wit... all without words! FHM Magazine declared Mark as "Number One Mime in America!" Don't miss this rare opportunity to share in a delightful afternoon of laughter that welcomes all ages! Show times are 2:00pm and 4:30pm. Tickets are only $10.00 for this family friendly show. Seating is limited. For more information and/or tickets, call the box office at 760.366.3777 to talk to "real" person" or visit www.hidesertculturalcenter.com and experience the new, easy to use Vendini ticketing system.

 

 Have Lunch and Learn With the Morongo Basin Historical Society!
 June 27, 2010

Enjoy your own sack lunch with us in the shade; and MBHS will provide dessert and drinks. A tour and talk on this treasured park and delicate ecosystem. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED - contact Laurie Geeson at 760-363-6681 or lauriegeeson25@gmail.com. Begins at 9:00am

Donation $5.00 - BRING YOUR SACK LUNCH

 

 *Chamber Sponsors Opening Night of "The Pajama Game" at Theatre 29*
 July 2, 2010

The Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce will be sponsoring the opening night of Theatre 29's next production, the classic hit Broadway Musical, "The Pajama Game". Doors open at 6:00pm Friday, July 2nd for a social hour featuring hors d'oeuvres and beverages, the curtain will open at 7:00pm.

"The Pajama Game", based on Richard Bissell's novel 7 ½ Cents, is a romantic comedy set at a pajama factory in the 1950's. The novel was turned into a play that debuted on Broadway in 1954, as well as a movie that starred America's beloved Doris Day in 1958.

The show features a multi-talented cast of some 25 live performers, classic music such as "Hey There", "7 ½ cents", and "Once-a-Year-Day", great choreography, and distinctive costuming. "The Pajama Game" is directed by outgoing Chamber President Gary Daigneault with Musical Direction by Ed Will. Choreography is being created by Twentynine Palms High School graduate and current Fresno State College theatre student Shelby Art.

Tickets for the opening night event only are $25.00. Limited quantities are available, so please contact the Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce as soon as possible to reserve your tickets for the opening night gala. All proceeds from opening night benefit the Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce. Please contact the Twentynine Palms Chamber of Commerce at (760) 367-3445 to purchase tickets or for more information.

"The Pajama Game" will run five weekends through July 31st with performance Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:00pm. A Thursday show is set for 7:00pm July 15th, and a 2:30 Matinee Sunday, July 25. Tickets (except for the Opening Night Gala) are $12.00 for regular admission, $10.00 for Seniors and Military and $10.00 for Children under 12 and Students with I.D., the show is suitable for children. For tickets or more information go to the Theatre 29 website at www.theatre29.com or call the Box Office at 760-361-4151.

 

 Auditions at Theatre 29 for "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee"
 July 5, 2010

Theatre 29 and Director Kathryn Ferguson have set Auditions for the fifth production of Theatre 29's 2010 season, the new musical comedy, "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee", for Monday, July 5th at 7:00pm on the Main Stage at Theatre 29, 73637 Sullivan Road, (across from Barr Lumber) in the City of Twentynine Palms.

This fresh new musical comedy, winner of two 2005 Tony awards, tells the story of six young people in the throes of puberty, overseen by grown-ups who barely managed to escape childhood themselves, learn that winning isn't everything and that losing doesn't necessarily make you a loser.

It will take the stage for five weeks beginning August 27th through September 25th. Multi-Award winning Veteran director Kathryn Ferguson will be seeking a cast of nine singer/actors for this fast paced production. The six "child" roles will be played by adults (as originally conceived on Broadway). There are no roles for children under the age of 18. The roles being cast are:

William Barfee- (Tenor) Insecure, a little bit of a bully, can only breathe from one nostril and has severe allergies. A finalist in last year's Bee, he was disqualified for a health-related incident, an event he is all too familiar with.

Olive Ostrovsky- (Soprano) Little Girl Lost, result of inattentive parenting. Sweet, Naive. Her mom's in an ashram in India. Her dad promises that, this time, he'll try to make it. Her best friend is the dictionary.

Leaf Coneybear- (Baritenor) Preferable red head, marches to his own drummer, a bit spacy. As just the second runner-up in his district' Bee, he really shouldn't be here. He makes his own clothes.

Marcy Park- (Soprano/Mezzo-soprano) Chronic over-achiever, excels at anything she attempts, but finds no joy in the success. She made it all the way to ninth place in Nationals last year. She sleeps three hours a night.

Loggaine Schwartzandgrubenierre- (Soprano) A very young politico, vocal, opinionated, but craving acceptance. Must be able to do convincing lisp. The youngest of the competitors, her stage fathers would make Mama Rose blush.

Chip Tolentino- (Tenor) Boy Scout, the "stud" of the bee. Outward confidence masks inward fears. Last year's Putnam County champ is beginning to learn the ups and downs of puberty.

Mitch Mahoney- (Tenor) Preferably African- American, confident sexy, dangerous but with a good heart. Sings R&B/Gospel attitude songs. Fulfilling his community service, this former felon is now the Bee's Comfort Counselor, handing out juice boxes and a dose of reality to the losers.

Vice Principal Douglas Panch- Must have deadpan comedic timing. Non-Singing Role, The "incident" of five years ago almost forgotten, this Lake Hemingway-Dos Passos Junior High Vice Principal is now in a better place, thanks to a high-fiber diet and Jungian analysis.

Rona Lisa Peretti- (Soprano) Strong singer, consummate professional, she is the big "bee". This former Spelling Bee champ is not only the county's top Realtor, she also runs a highly lucrative e-Bay business, selling sensible pumps at sensible prices. The director asks that those who audition come prepared with either a karaoke tape or professional backing track as accompaniment, (No background vocals, please!) as there will be no live accompaniment available. Dress to move.

Be prepared for cold reading, pre-selected sides are available for review on our website, www.theatre29.com , choose the "Auditions" tab and follow the links.

Music samples from the production are also available on that page. Also seeking technical support in stagehand and set construction capacities and volunteer "Audience Wranglers" as the show is audience participatory.

"The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" will run five weekends from August 27 to September 25, 2010 with performances Friday and Saturday nights at 7:00pm. A Thursday show will be at 7:00pm on September 9, and a Sunday matinee at 2:30 p.m. on September 19.

For more information, contact the director, Kathryn Ferguson via email at theatre29programs@msn.com or call the Box Office at (760) 361-4151.