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SUMMARY:Our 37th Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Film Society produces The Palm Springs International Film Festival (PSIFF) every January\, and Palm Springs ShortFest in June. In addition to curating the best in international cinema\, PSIFF has come to be known as the first stop on the road to the Academy Awards® and our Oscar®-qualifying ShortFest is the largest short film festival and market in North America. Our festivals and year-round programs manifest our organization’s mission by nurturing and encouraging new filmmaking talent\, honoring the great masters of world cinema\, and expanding audience horizons. \nVenues: https://www.psfilmfest.org/festival-venues \nThe Palm Springs International Film Festival is featured on the SoCal Spotlight Film Festival page.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/our-37th-annual-palm-springs-international-film-festival/2026-01-12/
LOCATION:Multiple venues (see link)
CATEGORIES:Desert | Riverside Co. Lifestyle,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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SUMMARY:Coat and Comfort Drive
DESCRIPTION:Share the warmth. Spread the comfort. \nCoats keep people warm. Blankets help people rest. And shoes… shoes carry people through the hardest parts of winter. \nCoats\, blankets and shoes make immediate impact. A warm coat protects someone from the cold. A clean blanket brings comfort at night. And shoes keep their feet warm and dry. Shelters and outreach teams hand them out constantly because people depend on them every day. \nShoes are the essential many people overlook during these colder months. They wear down fast for anyone spending hours outdoors or walking long distances to reach basic services. When a pair gives out\, there is no backup waiting in a closet. That is why suitable and durable shoes are one of the most requested items in colder months. \nThe Frontwave Give360 Coat and Comfort Drive helps meet these essential needs and reminds us how much we can do together. Join us from December 1 through January 16 and help keep our neighbors warm\, protected and cared for this winter. \nWhat We Need \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWARM COATS\n\n\n\nA warm\, everyday coat that keeps someone protected from the cold.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCLEAN BLANKETS\n\n\n\nA clean blanket that provides warmth and simple comfort when it’s needed the most.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDURABLE SHOES\n\n\n\nPractical shoes built for real miles: sneakers\, walking shoes or sturdy boots.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow to Donate \n\nDrop off new or gently used coats\, blankets and shoes at any Frontwave branch.\nBring donations to Frontwave Arena on event days or to the box office Monday through Friday\, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.\nMake a tax-deductible financial donation online and we will purchase the items needed most.\n\nEasy ways to find what to donate: \n\nIf you haven’t worn it in a while or have been saving it for “someday\,” now is the moment to pass it on.\nCheck closets for outgrown kids’ coats or blankets you’ve replaced.\nTake advantage of seasonal sales to grab an extra coat or pair of shoes.\nChoose items that are clean and in good condition so they can be used right away.\n\nEverything you share helps someone stay warm\, protected and cared for this winter. \nWho Your Donation Supports \nThe Frontwave Give360 Coat and Comfort Drive teams up with nonprofit partners across San Diego\, Imperial\, Riverside and San Bernardino counties to help more people stay warm and cared for this winter. These organizations meet people where they are and provide the essential support our neighbors count on. Click below to meet our partners and see the impact your donation helps create.
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/383095/2026-01-12/
LOCATION:Frontwave Arena\, 3475 Hero Dr.\, Oceanside\, CA\, 92056
CATEGORIES:SD Lifestyle Events,SoCal Events,SoCal Lifestyle Events
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SUMMARY:Laura Karpman: Performs the American Fiction Score  w/ Elena Pinderhuges & Erika Alexander
DESCRIPTION:Laura Karpman: A Live Performance of the Score from American Fiction with Elena Pinderhuges and Erika Alexander \nAbout the Event\nAmerican Fiction Live is a unique\, multimedia format encompassing the intersection of filmmaking\, acting\, storytelling\, film scoring\, live performance\, and the best in jazz—all brought together for what promises to be a scintillating and eye-opening evening.\nOscar-nominated composer Laura Karpman\, acclaimed flutist and vocalist Elena Pinderhughes\, and actors John Ortiz and Erika Alexander come together with a band of jazz’s most accomplished musicians to illuminate the process of creating a jazz score for one of the 21st century’s most iconic films.\nAbout the Film\nAmerican Fiction emerged as one of 2023’s most celebrated works\, winning the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay and earning widespread critical acclaim. Writer-director Cord Jefferson’s sharp\, satirical adaptation of Percival Everett’s novel Erasure offers a brilliant commentary on race\, identity\, and the commodification of Black stories in the publishing industry.\nThe film follows Thelonious “Monk” Ellison\, a frustrated novelist whose serious literary work is consistently overlooked. When he writes a satirical parody of stereotypical “Black” literature under a pseudonym\, it becomes a runaway success—forcing him to confront uncomfortable truths about art\, authenticity\, and what audiences expect from Black creators.\nAbout the Music\nLaura Karpman’s jazz-infused score became an integral part of the film’s identity\, perfectly capturing its sophisticated wit and emotional depth. The music breathes life into Monk’s internal world while underscoring the film’s sharp cultural commentary. Experiencing this score performed live\, while exploring the creative collaboration between composer\, musicians\, and actors\, offers a rare window into the artistry behind contemporary cinema.\nThis evening promises an unforgettable fusion of film\, performance\, and conversation—a celebration of artistic excellence and the power of jazz to tell complex\, modern stories. \nBand:\nElena Pinderhughes\, Flute\,\nMeredith Ezinma \, violin\,\nKeyon Harrold- trumpet\nJavier Santiago- piano\nJonathan Pinson- drums\nJermaine Paul – bass \n 
URL:https://socalspotlight.biz/event/laura-karpman-performs-the-american-fiction-score-w-elena-pinderhuges-erika-alexander/
LOCATION:Blue Note LA\, 6372 W Sunset Blvd.\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90028
CATEGORIES:LA Music,SoCal Events,SoCal Music Events
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