Feb 7, 2008
DON’T MISS THE NEXT SOUP
SUPPER (see below)—The next in the popular series of “Soup Suppers”
presented by the DHS Historical Society is set for Thursday,
February 7, Casablanca Studios, 66321 Pierson Boulevard, 6:00 P.M.
Patrick Hinrichsen of California Great Outdoors will present
Straddling the Fault, a fascinating program of images and
photographs pinpointing the earthquake faults in and around Desert
Hot Springs.
The program documents the
countless places DHS residents can “put one foot here and the other
foot there” and know they are on the fault. The program starts near
Bombay Beach and travels northwest to include photographic stops at
Bat Cave Buttes, Dos Palmas, Mecca Hills, Indio Hills,Dillon Road,
Whitewater Canyon and many other locations. Most images depict
Desert Hot Springs faults. Make reservations by February 1 by
calling Lynn at 760.329-5061. Donation $15.
INEZ LEARNARD, LONGTIME RESIDENT, TURNS 102—A great contributor of
DHS history and lore, Inez Learnard, celebrated her 102nd birthday
on January 6. She moved to Desert Hot Springs in 1944 and kindly
participated in our Oral History Project by providing a videotaped
interview. She is visited by her many friends at the long-term care
facility on Mountain View, where she states that she is “happy and
very comfortable” to be.
October 25, 2007
Reserve you place and join us on Thursday
night, October 25th, 2007 @ 6:00pm for our next Soup Supper.
The theme for the night will be:
"Those Who Came Before:
prehistory in and around Desert Hot Springs"
Speaker: Harry M. Quinn,
Geologist/Paleontologist/Archeologist
Dr. Quinn is a well known author and
authority on the early history of the Coachella Valley.
Location of the Soup Supper:
Casablanca Studios
66321 Pierson Blvd.
Desert Hot Springs, California
Reservations must be made by Monday, October
20th.
Call Lynn to make your reservations:
760-329-5061
For a Word
Document of this event click here.
 
May 3, 2007
DISHING THE SOUP WITH THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY
You won’t want to miss the upcoming SOUP SUPPER presented by
the Desert Hot Springs Historical Society. The location is
being provided by Casablanca Studios, and another delicious
soup and homemade bread will precede the presentation of our
speaker.
Dr. Richard “Dick” Roger, M.D., well-known Coachella Valley
cardiologist, now retired, spent his idyllic childhood years
riding his horse all over our desert landscape when he
visited his grandparents. The home of grandma and grandpa
was something very special -- The B-bar-H Ranch in Desert
Hot Springs. Attendees at this fourth in the series of Soup
Suppers will enjoy hearing of Dick Roger’s adventures, all
going on as he was oblivious of celebrities such as Bob
Hope, Janet Gaynor, Lionel Barrymore, etc. visiting this
famous guest ranch.
The event, entitled “Heydays of the B-bar-H Ranch” will be
held at Casablanca Studios, 66321 Pierson Boulevard, Desert
Hot Springs, Thursday, May 3, 6:30 P.M. and a $15 donation
will be requested. For reservations, phone 329-5061.
For a cool
PDF flier of this event click here.
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FEBRUARY 22, 2007
Thursday, February 22 is set for next SOUP
SUPPER. Legendary film and stage director, Paul Gregory,
is the next scheduled speaker for this popular series. He
will share his experiences as producer of such films as “The
Night of the Hunter,” and “The Naked and the Dead,” as such
Broadway productions as “The Caine Mutiny Court Martial,”
directed by Charles Laughton and starring Henry Fonda. Don’t
miss this exciting evening. February 22, 6:30 PM, La Toscana
Hotel & Spa. $15. Reservations, call Lynne Howes, 329-5061.
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Here is a wonderful letter from the President of the
Cabot's Pueblo Museum praising the great event on
November 3, 2006.
A Truly Historic Evening Occurred in Desert Hot Springs
November 3, 2006 6:00PM
at Cabot’s Pueblo Museum
An Open Letter,
For me, Friday night, November 3, 2006, will be a night
that will be remembered for my lifetime. This was a
beautiful evening of perfection. The first event by the
Desert Hot Springs Historical Society and Cabot’s Museum
Foundation as a co-host (Second Splendid Soup Supper a 4
Star rating). The weather delightful, the Pueblo in all
it’s glory, the delectable FOOD, the warm community
members and dignitaries, the atmosphere fabulous and
last but not in any way least the featured speaker, DHS
historian, John Hunt and his most illuminating, eloquent
and soulful program excerpted from his newly revised
book The Waters of Comfort. A book that is well composed
yet gives entertaining local historic accounts of the
life and times of the people and events of the city of
Desert Hot Springs.
The highlight of the evening, for me, in addition to all
of the above, came at the end of Mr. Hunt’s historical
presentation. John presented a time line of Cabot
Yerxa’s relationship with Portia Graham. He quoted
Cabot’s (love) letters to Portia and important events of
their relationship. Then unexpectedly Mr. Hunt publicly
presented to me, as representative of the Cabot’s Museum
Foundation, these original letters from Cabot to Portia.
I felt as if I was transported to another dimension. To
say I was surprised was a gross understatement. My heart
raced, my hands trembled and I had a “power surge” of
emotion. I was caught so very off guard that I could
hardly speak. I don’t remember much of the moment except
looking down into my hands and seeing the hand addressed
letters in envelopes from Cabot to Portia!
I could hardly think of what more to say other than,
“thank you on behalf of Cabot’s Museum foundation, I am
honored to receive these irreplaceable letters and bring
them home to Cabot’s.” My mind was spinning...I felt so
honored, so happy , so content with the realization that
after so many years these “missing in action letters”
were returned to Cabot’s home in such a beautiful,
heartfelt and public way. Thank you, Mr. Hunt!
To just say thank you for this evening seems so
inadequate, yet I can’t say enough thank you’s also to
the Desert Hot Springs Historical Society for the
planning and coordination of this momentous event at
Cabot’s. I hope that this will only be the first of many
joint events to come.
Many, many personal thanks to; Audrey Moe for the
coordination of the delicious fare of three distinct
types of and gourmet chili. Audrey’s turkey chili ”a low
fat picante delight” Richard Luke’s gourmet chili from
his new cook book “ terrifico!” and John Bizzell and
Michael Moni’s Delicious gourmet chili “muy delicioso”,
Jonathan Reich’s home made bread (it doesn’t get any
better). Alta Hester for the media coverage and
providing the live entertainment of “The Barking Pup
Fish”, very enjoyable, Lynne Howes-President of the
Historical Society for her photographic talents , Jeff
Bowman-Historical Society Vice President and “Emcee par
excellence” and Guy Haan- Historical Society Treasurer
for being a gracious “Host with the most” beverage-keep.
A special thank you to all the members of the Historical
Society and Cabot’s Museum Foundation Board, Docents and
Volunteers, as well as many community members for their
much appreciated assistance with setup and cleanup
efforts. Can’t forget to thank, soon to be installed
Council-woman, Dot Reed for her “legendary “ brownies to
cap off an evening of true sweetness and delight
What a truly magical evening of great food, music,
community and history.
For those of you who have not had the opportunity to
take a tour of this unique and alluring Historic Point
of Interest, our museum hours are now Saturdays and
Sundays 11:00am to 3:00pm or by advance appointment.
Telephone: 760-329-7610
Many thanks to you all,
Lisa R. Lawrence, Ph.D.
President- Cabot’s Museum Foundation
NOVEMBER 3 - FRIDAY NIGHT @ 6:00pm
HEY
Y'ALL....IT'S SOUP TIME AGAIN!
Another "Soup Supper" with the DHS Historical
Society and Cabot's Museum Foundation is planned for
Friday evening, November 3, 6 p.m. Guests are
encouraged to put on their Western wear and come to
Cabot's Museum for a chili supper and presentation by
DHS historian and author, John J. Hunt. The soup supper
in September at Hacienda Hot Springs Inn with Mr.
Willliam Dailey was a resounding success, and Mr. Hunt's
lively stories about early Desert Hot Springs and Cabot
Yerxa promise to be thoroughly entertaining as well.
This event celebrates the exciting changes that have
been taking place at Cabot's Museum as well as the
dynamic liaison with the Historical Society. A
tax-deductible donation of $15 will be charged. and
reservations may be made by calling Lynn at
760-329-5061.
Tuesday September 12, 2006,
7:00 – 9:00 P.M.
Desert
Hot Springs Historical Society requests the pleasure of your
company at a demonstration-talk by William Dailey,
proprietor of Hacienda Hot Springs Inn, 12885 Eliseo Road,
Desert Hot Springs, Tuesday evening, September 12, 2006,
7:00 – 9:00 P.M.
Mr.
Dailey will display and discuss his extensive collection of
historic books and postcards depicting Desert Hot Springs
and other Valley cities.
Area
history buffs are encouraged to join us and help advance the
work of preserving the fascinating history of Desert Hot
Springs.
Light Refreshments will be served.
Casual attire.
Space is limited to the first 30 respondents
RSVP: Please phone
(760) 251-4549 to let us know if you can accept this
invitation. (A tax-deductible donation of $15 will be
collected at the door).
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