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THE DESERT MOBILE HOME NEWS CELEBRATING THE DESERT COMMUNITIES FOR 65 YEARS
Taproom 29 Brewery now open at Spotlight 29 Casino
In This Issue
Getting Things Done............................2 A Brief History of Alcohol......................3 Pickle Meatloaf Recipe.........................4 Pizza Tidbits.........................................5
Featuring 29 craft and flavored beers along with an innovative pub style menu
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potlight 29 Casino announced that is has now opened Taproom 29, an exciting new restaurant and bar option at the popular gaming establishment. In addition to mouth-watering American cuisine, Taproom 29 features a game-changing selection of craft and favored beers on draft. Taproom 29’s spirited atmosphere allows customers to enjoy and appreciate outstanding beer, dine on delectable dishes and spend time with friends. The new brewery features a selection of 29 craft and flavored beers on draft, poured at a continuous 29 degrees and served on a stunning wraparound ice-rail at the bar, which easily accommodates up to 26 people. More than 116 kegs feed an impressive 20,126 feet of draft lines. In addition to the craft beer, Taproom 29 bartenders serve up a delicious array of signature cocktails, including Taproom 29 Chavela, a Stubborn Mule, the Brouhaha and the Sgt. Pepper. Classic cocktails are available as well. An array of high tech video options are mounted in the round room. Thirty five state-of-the-art 4K televisions are flanked by an impressive video wall made up of seven screens that link togeth-
• There is a company called Little Miss Matched that sells packs of mismatched socks. • Before mercury, brandy was used to fill thermometers. • It’s illegal in Vermont to prohibit anyone from putting up a clothesline.
1. SCIENCE: What kind of charge does a neutron carry? 2. THEATER: Which 20th-century play features a character named Blanche DuBois? 3. HISTORY: Which ancient Greek author is considered “the Father of Comedy”? 4. LITERATURE: What were the first names of the Bronte authors and sisters?
er, providing the perfect spot to catch the latest game and cheer on your favorite team. Restaurant options include an evocative menu that features innovative takes on classic pub fare, a wide array of artisanal brick-oven pizzas, and a dazzling selection of house-made specialties. Miso glazed black cod, Tomahawk steaks, Yakisoba noodles, filet mignon, and smoked pastrami tacos are just a few of the innovative and delicious dining choices. Dining patrons can also build their own burgers or pizzas, choosing from an extensive array of items. Indoor dining
and takeout options are available, and the restaurant is open 24/7. “At Spotlight 29 Casino, we have reimagined everything, including the exciting, new Taproom 29,” said Ryan Walker, general manager. “We have created the most advanced craft brewery, and we are especially proud of our innovative cold plate wraparound bar. We’ve created a special place here that is unlike anything else in the community.”
• Syphilis was a major problem in the late 19th and early 20th century. Doctors found that the bacteria that caused it was sensitive to heat, so they thought giving a patient a fever could help get rid of it. How did they induce said fever? With malaria injections! While effective in curing syphilis, some patients unfortunately died from -- you guessed it -- malaria.
• Freelancers originally referred to self-employed, sword-wielding mercenaries: literally, “free lancers.”
• Instant noodles topped a Japanese poll of the country’s greatest inventions of the 20th century.
Taproom 29 is open now, and reservations for dining are not required. For more information, go to spotlight29.com/dining/taproom-29
• Andrew Lawrence, ran two hours, 47 minutes and 41 seconds in a banana costume during a London marathon in order to secure the title of the fastest time to run a marathon while wearing a fruit costume • It’s illegal in Vermont to prohibit anyone from putting up a clothesline. (c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc.
5. FOOD & DRINK: What kind of nut also is known as a filbert or cobnut? 6. AD SLOGANS: Which brand of men’s aftershave used the advertising slogan, “Be careful how you use it”? 7. MOVIES: What was the title of the movie in which Kirk Douglas played the artist Van Gogh? 8. GAMES: Which video game character was the first to be featured as a giant balloon in Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade? 9. MUSIC: Which Billy Joel song featured a couple named Brenda and Eddie, the king and queen of the prom? 10. GEOGRAPHY: What was the former name of the African country of Zimbabwe? © 2021 King Features Synd., Inc. ANSWER TO TRIVIA ON PAGE 6
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WORD SEARCH New World, New Ways of Getting Things Done
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We’re in a whole new world now, and unfortunately it looks like it’s not returning to normal anytime soon. So many things have changed, and we need to make some adjustments to how we take care of ourselves. Timing: Whatever you need to do, do it earlier than you think you should. If you’re going to apply for Social Security, don’t wait until the last minute. Staffing might be lower than normal, with fewer workers to take up the slack. If you need an appointment, such as for an oil change for your car, do it sooner than you normally would, for the same reason. If you’ve been ordering groceries for pickup or delivery, you might notice a renewed slowdown in available time slots as stores, in many cases, have fewer clerks. Taking care of business: Even if you eligible to receive the COVID vaccine, don’t assume you can get one just by walking in. Make an appointment. Ask about
parking and physical distancing. Although the shot is free to all Americans, bring your insurance card to help the provider pay for administering the vaccine. Be proactive: Do you know when your credit card expires? In the past you were likely sent a new one just before it expired, with instructions to cut up the old one. Now, with quite a few things slipping through the cracks, you might not notice your card has expired until you try to pay for a grocery order. Check your card and anything else with an expiration date, including the date of the tag renewal for your vehicle. (Note: I learned the hard way that my state is no longer sending out notices of tag expiration.) We can get through this, but we need to think about every step.. (c) 2021 King Features Synd., Inc
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A brief history of alcohol in America
The 29 Palms Historical Society invites you to join Ellie Greenwood Kordas, retired Associate Professor of American Studies and American Indian Studies, in her presentation, “The Booze Brothers or Halfway to Concord: A Brief History of Alcohol in America.” Discover the history of alcohol in the New World in this light-hearted and humorous bar hop through a very serious topic. First we’ll stop in pre-Columbian Mexico to see what is brewing. Then we’ll pause to tipple with the Colonists; witness the earnest and proper ladies of the Temperance League; race
with bootleggers over Thunder Road; and over a boutique brew, contemplate the rich and often surprising cultural role played by alcohol in American life. Sponsored by the Desert Institute at Joshua Tree National Park and the Twentynine Palms Historical Society, this virtual lecture is held on Friday, February 12 at 7 p.m. The fee for the online presentation is $5 plus a $1.24 online processing fee. To register for this virtual evening program, please browse to crowdcast.io/e/the-booze-brothers-or/.
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Cathedral City Senior Center’s at-home program finds support Faced with immediate isolation and uncertainty in March 2020, many older adults turned to their local senior centers and other community facilities for help. Cathedral City Senior Center (CCSC) was one such organization that rose to the challenges of service in a new virtual age. CCSC launched its “at-home” programming for the valley’s aging population. To maintain and enhance this robust resource, the H.N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation awarded a $25,000 Coachella Valley Spotlight grant to CCSC in January 2021. “With no end to the pandemic in sight, we knew we couldn’t stand by and wait; we had to implement programs that could serve seniors immediately but in a different way,” said Geoff Corbin, executive director of CCSC. “The grant from the Berger Foundation will help extend and expand the virtual Center we have created.”
Initially board funded, CCSC@ Home, quickly became a high-priority project to combat the harmful effects of senior isolation in its infancy. Funding supports local instructors, subscriptions to outsourced national programming made free to senior members and more. Online classes and workshops include painting, yoga, meditation, learning to Zoom, cooking, Spanish instruction, conversation groups and many others. For more information about the organization, located at 37171 West Buddy Rogers Ave., Cathedral City, visit theccsc.org or call 760-321-1548.
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Brain Teaser
Mr. Blue lives in the Blue house. Mrs. Yellow lives in the Yellow House. Mr. Orange lives in the orange house. Who lives in the White House? SEE ANSWER ON PAGE 6
• Got stale bread? If it’s not too stale, you can try to bring it back in the oven. Set on a low heat alongside—but not in—a pan with water. If it’s too far gone, you can always cut it up into cubes and make it croutons, or toast and grind into breadcrumbs. No waste! • When topping a pie with meringue, make sure that it touches all the edges of the pie crust. Otherwise it will shrink. • To help insulate your home to prevent heat loss, build up a mound of snow about 3 feet high at the foundation. Snow is a terrific insulator! — E.S. in Michigan “You can use a little bit of cooking oil to remove the last bits of sticker adhesive from a glass picture frame. Remove as much of the paper sticker as possible, then dab the spot with oil on a paper towel. Rub off. When all the adhesive is removed, use glass cleaner.” — R.H. in South Carolina (c) 2021 King Features Synd., Inc.
Pickle Meatloaf • 1/4 cup sweet pickle relish • 1/4 cup reduced-sodium ketchup • 1 teaspoon prepared mustard • 16 ounces ground extra-lean sirloin beef or turkey breast • 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon dried fine breadcrumbs 1. Preheat oven to 350 F. Spray a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan with butterflavored cooking spray. 2. In a large bowl, combine pickle relish, ketchup and mustard. Add meat and breadcrumbs. Mix well to combine. Pat mixture into prepared loaf pan. 3. Bake for 55 to 60 minutes. Place loaf pan on a wire rack and let set for 5 minutes. Cut into 6 pieces. Each serving equals: 167 calories, 7g fat, 14g protein, 12g carb., 312mg sodium, 1g fiber; Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Meat, 1 Starch. (c) 2021 King Features Syndicate, Inc.
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Tasty tidbits about pizza
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The calendar is dotted with various holidays that celebrate pizza. From National Pizza Pie Day in February to National Deep Dish Pizza Day in April to National Cheese Pizza Day in September, not to mention National Pizza Month in October, any time of year is the perfect opportunity to bite into a slice. The following are some tasty tidbits about pizza, courtesy of Fact City, Pizza Need and Facts Legend. • Pizza is tied to Greece. Greeks are credited with creating the first pizza-like food. The Greeks used to bake flat, round large breads that were then topped with vegetables, potatoes, spices, and olive oil. However, the first commercial pizza and pizzeria has been traced to the 19th century and the Italian city of Naples. • Not all pizza is flat. While crispy, low-profile pies may be classic, other varieties of pizza have their fans. “Deep dish” pizza originated in 1943 in the Chicago eatery Pizzeria Uno. Sfincione, or focaccia pizza, a type of pizza made in a sheet pan with thicker slices, was created in the mid-19th century in Sicily. It is popularly called Sicilian pizza. • Pizza is even more popular on certain days of the year. Pizza can be enjoyed any day of the year, but Super Bowl Sunday, New Year’s Eve, Halloween, Thanksgiving Eve, and New Year’s Day are the top five days for pizza sales. In addition,
pizza accounts for more than 10 percent of all food service sales. • Pizza is booming. In the United States, the pizza industry makes up 17 percent of all restaurants and grosses more than $30 billion every year. The highest-grossing single-unit independent pizzeria in the United States is Moose’s Tooth Pub and Pizzeria in Anchorage, Alaska. Its annual sales are approximately $6 million. • Pizza is popular everywhere. Around the world, about three billion pizzas are sold each year. • Pizza is a weekend favorite. While Friday may be pizza night for many people, sales figures indicate that Saturday night is the most popular night to eat pizza. • Pizza has a symbiotic relationship with certain foods. The pizza industry has helped propel both the cheese and pepperoni industry. Around 251 million pounds of pepperoni are consumed each year in the United States. • Hawaiian pizza is popular, though not accurately named. Ham and pineapple are popular pizza toppings on the West coast of the United States, and this pizza is dubbed the Hawaiian pizza. However, it doesn’t have any connection to Hawaii. This pizza actually was invented in Canada. Pizza is a perennial favorite and one of the most popular foods of all time.
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Crossword Answer
One of my computer keys appears to be sticking, but I can’t put my finger on it.
Stickelers Answer 1-D, 2-B, 3-A, 4-E, 5-C
Inspirational Quote “It takes courage to love, but pain through love is the purifying fire which those who love generously know. We all know people who are so much afraid of pain that they shut themselves up like clams in a shell and, giving out nothing, receive nothing and therefore shrink until life is a mere living death.”
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Eleanor Roosevelt
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Trivia Answers 1. A neutron has no charge 2. “A Streetcar Named Desire” 3. Aristophanes 4. Emily, Charlotte and Anne 5. Hazelnut 6. Hai Karate
7. “Lust for Life” 8. Sonic the Hedgehog 9. “Scenes from an Italian Restaurant”t 10. Rhodesia
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Brain Teaser Answer The President.
Sarge the Landlord I poked my head in the coffee shop door, got waved in out of the cold and found the veterans busy at their assigned tasks. One was selling coffee at the carry-out window. One was brewing up a fresh pot. Somebody was banging around in the kitchen. One was sweeping the floor. The rest were arrayed around the room in their lawn chairs, lifting their feet as the broom came by. Sarge got up from his spot at the counter, cocked a finger at me and
led the way around the corner to a dark, narrow staircase. “You’re the only one of the bunch who can climb these,” he said. At the top of the stairs was ... nothing. Just a large attic space. “I’ve decided,” he said, flipping on a light, “to turn this into a dormitory for six. What do you think?” I paced off the space. “Depends who’s going to live here,” I said. He looked surprised that I didn’t know. “Well, homeless veterans,” he replied. “There’s a good half dozen in town who avoid government like the plague. They could live up here once it’s finished off, stay warm, if we can keep off the town’s radar.” I asked a bunch of questions, and clearly Sarge had thought it through. “They avoid the shelter because they get kicked out at seven in
the morning, druggies steal their belongings and start fights. Here they could hang out, fix meals downstairs. Maybe get a couple of them started on jobs around town. They’d sign a lease with me, pay rent, 10 dollars a week, no excuses. No drugs, no women. I’d put in a computer and internet. What do you think?” I paced off the space again, imagining a completed room. “What I think,” I replied, “is that this is the best idea I’ve heard in a long, long time.” (c) 2021 King Features Synd., Inc.
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On Feb. 4, 1861, delegates from South Carolina, Mississippi, Florida, Alabama, Georgia and Louisiana convene to establish the Confederate States of America. Within two months, Virginia, Arkansas, North Carolina and Tennessee all had joined the Confederacy.
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On Feb. 5, 2003, U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell gives a speech to the United Nations justifying an invasion of Iraq that is full of
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fabrications. Powell later called it a “blot” on his record.
caused church bells to ring in Boston, over a thousand miles away.
onds of music ever broadcast on American television.
On Feb. 6, 1891, three members of the Dalton Gang stage an unsuccessful train robbery in California -an inauspicious beginning to their careers as serious criminals. A year later, the gang botched another robbery, boldly attempting to hit two Kansas banks at the same time.
On Feb. 8, 1983, gunmen steal champion Irish racehorse Shergar in County Kildare, Ireland. The 5-yearold thoroughbred stallion was worth $13.5 million. A $2 million ransom demand was never paid, and Shergar was never seen again.
On Feb. 10, 1846, Brigham Young leaves Nauvoo, Illinois, and begins leading 1,600 Mormons west across the frozen Mississippi to a temporary refuge at Sugar Grove, Iowa. It was their first stop in a westward migration that eventually brought 12,000 of them to the Great Salt Lake in Utah.
On Feb. 7, 1812, the most violent of a series of earthquakes near Missouri causes a so-called fluvial tsunami in the Mississippi River, making the river run backward for several hours. The strongest of the aftershocks, an 8.8-magnitude,
On Feb. 9, 1964, America meets the Beatles on “The Ed Sullivan Show,” with an estimated 73 million Americans watching as the group made its live U.S. television debut. When they sang “She Loves You,” the audience exploded in what was perhaps the most important 2 minutes and 16 sec-
On Feb. 11, 1937, after a six-week sit-down strike by General Motors autoworkers in Flint, Michigan, GM president Alfred P. Sloan signs the first union contract in the history of the American auto industry. (c) 2021 Hearst Communications, Inc. All Rights Reserved