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By Desert Star StaffIt will be beautiful cars,

cars and more cars when McCormick’s Collector Car Auction teams up with the Desert Concorso on two weekends in November, the first “Car Week” event of its kind in Palm Springs.

The Concorso on Nov. 15 will feature sport and GT cars from Europe, North American and special interest sports cars from the UK, Germany and France. The Sunday event will celebrate

delectable food, fashion, art and music.

On Nov. 20-22, nearly 600 vehicles ranging from late model Ferraris and European classics to American hot rods, muscle and antique cars will pass through the giant auction tent at the Spa Resort Casino parking lot. The auction is free and open to the public on Friday, Nov. 20. On Saturday and Sunday, a one-day pass is $15 per day or $25 for both days.

Now in its 29th year, the McCormick auction last November grossed $7.7 million in sales, the highest in the company’s history. “Our sales rate tops 80 per cent, which is a record for a reserve auction.” Attendance also set a record. The Friday auction has been expanded to 180 cars to accommodate more sellers.

The high attendance brings in high-end cars, some worth well into six figures, Keith McCormick

said, as well as “a mix of vehicles in all price ranges, something for everyone.”

Special “star cars” include a 1959 pink Cadillac, Series 62 convertible with53,000 actual miles and a 1962 Ford Thunderbird convertible, a factory “Sport Roadster” model. Both cars are fully restored to perfect condition and ready to drive.

McCormick held the first collector car auction in 1985 at the Marquis Hotel in Palm

Springs. A total of 211 vehicles were offered, 109 (53%) were sold, grossing $1.2 million. Attendance totaled 6,000 during the weekend event. Cars sold include a 1985 Porsche for $32,300, a 1981 Rolls Royce for $45,000; and a 1937 Rolls Royce for $49, 500 owned by G. Gordon Liddy with license H2O GATE.

Today the auction will stream

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By Pat KrauseThe 5th annual ZOMBIE

WALK was held at the Thursday night Palm Springs Village Fest. On October 29th in conjunction with the upcoming Halloween day. Parents brought their children all dressed up for Halloween as many vendors gave out candy to the little ones. The kids proudly showed their bags full of candy and seemed so excited to be part of the special event. They didn’t seem afraid of all the scary zombies that walked the streets. Adults

and children watched in awe of the painter who uses spray cans to create beautiful pieces of art.

One young man, T J Brown, played his guitar for donations to help him pay off his student loans. He played and sang to the delight of the huge crowds.

The Sunline Transit Agency created a ZOMBIE BUS again this year. The Sunline Staff don makeup and costumes and volunteer their time to scare and thrill those that enter. Long lines formed, as everyone seemed to want to go through this dark and

scary bus. The staff has a lot of fun trying to terrorize those that dare walk through the Zombie Bus. This is just one of the many attractions that were a part of this Halloween event.

If you have never visited the Palm Springs Village Fest, you can find almost anything your heart desires. There is pottery, Vases, clothes, food, jewelry, sweet-smelling soaps, Lighted bottles, house decorations, trinkets and keepsakes. There

Palm Springs Village Fests ‘Zombie Walk’

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Story and Photos by Pat Krause The 1st annual Sinners and

Saints Halloween Ball were held at Costas Night Club located in the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort and Spa in Palm Desert on October 31st, Halloween. Over 300 guests dressed in their finest Halloween attire came to dance the night away. Doorways opened at 9 PM and lasted until the wee hours of the morning at 2 AM. Tickets were sold for the event with a ‘You Can DRINK’ ticket at a higher price plus VIP tickets that included riding the Ghost Gondola that gave rides from the Marriott Lagoon to Costas, which is on the lower level of the Hotel by the lagoon.

There was spec ia l entertainment by Dumb Blonde, that featured our own local singer Aubrey O’Day and singer Shannon Bex. The girls have made a name for themselves when they performed on the Sean “Diddy” Combs series, Danity Kane and MTVs-Making The Band. Aubrey O’Day has also appeared on Celebrity Apprentice 5. The Ball was hosted by Emmy’s nominee Sasha Scarlett and featured DJ Bella Fiasco.

$3,000 cash and prizes were

awarded in a Costume Contest. The awards went to, The Best Group, The Most Original Costume and the Sexiest Couple. Guests enjoyed entertainment by Circus acts and Hells Belle’s Burlesque.

Marilyn Monroe look-a-like and 3 girls from a drama group that were dressed and acted the Walking Dead greeted costumed attendees. The costumes were amazing and its always so much fun to dress up and Party.

The costumes ranged from the very sexy to the scariest and everything in between. The event had spectacular entertainment and great music.

Watching the costumed guests enter was entertainment all by itself. The creative idea’s people have to try to be the best costumed. The ladies chose some Very Sexy garments with angel’s wings and devil horns but were considered EYE Candy for the men attending. This inaugural ball will not be the last as guests were already looking forward to next year.

Story and Photos by Pat Krause The 8th Annual Classic Car

Show and Chili Cook-off was held at the Palm Springs Air Museum on Saturday, October 31st-Halloween. The Classic Car Show had over 100 classic cars that are privately owned, and most are not for sale. They are the love

and life blood of the owners, and it shows as the cars were gleaming in the bright sunlight. All polished to a brilliant sheen and many had the hoods open so guests could see the clean motors that were so carefully taken care of by the owner. Three Classic Car clubs, Desert Classic Cars, Sun and

Sand Region of AACA and Palm Springs Cruising Assn.were such a big part of this event. The cars lined the whole outdoor area, and a few were inside the hangars.

The Chili Cook-Off had 4 local restaurants participating. Los Casuelas Terraza, Goodies Cafe,Jackal Ranch and Sonic.

Sonic chose to put their chili on a hot dog. All the other participants were Air Museum Volunteers.

Each Volunteer made their own special chili and served the guests, sometimes in Halloween costumes. Guests voted on the best chili, costume and presentation. They had local judges early in the day to vote on a winner, and prizes were awarded. Jackalope Ranch won the best chili prize for a restaurant. The chili voted best by the guests will be announced later. Monetary prizes for the best chili voted on by the judges were awarded.

There was a huge raffle at 2:00 courtesy of Palm Springs Cyclery, Agua Caliente Casino Resort and Spa, and Aviation Artist Stan Stokes. All proceeds from this event benefit the Palm Springs Air Museum Volunteers who spend hours and hours giving of their time. Kids in costume were

admitted free and got to sit in airplanes and helicopters. Guests flew simulators and toured the Museum that has so much to offer the public. Over 1000 people attended, and they broke last year’s record attendance.

Some of the winners of the Car Show were a 41 Buick, 49 Packard Super 8, 66 Corvettes, 69 Pontiac GTO, a 56 Packard and a 46 Jeep to name a few. A beautiful plaque was handed each winner by Fred Bell, Monica Abel and Ross McMullin- PSCA President. The Air Museum plans many events throughout the year to keep history alive for our children. They are the number-one air museum in CA and constantly are updating and bringing in new planes from the various wars in our history. The Air Museum also provides fly-overs at many local events all year.

Story and Photos by Pat Krause Sand Region of AACA and Palm

KarenBarrett, Yvonne Dougher and Michele Raymond. Photo by Pat Krause Will Cahill and Keith Thomas. Photo by Pat Krause

Caroline and Mark Sofonio in superhero costumes and their group. Photo by Pat Krause

The Sinners and Saints Halloween Ball

Classic Car Show and Chili Cook-off

Line of classic cars. Photo by Pat Krause

Arlene Chapman’s Chili. Photo by Pat Krause

Ross McMullin, Monica Able, Jay Johnson wins for his 56 Packard and Fred Bell from the Air Museum. Photo by Pat Krause

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By Anthony Grant Recently, I have appeared

on CBS news in New York to talk about the uptick in violence in Israel. Anchor Contessa Brewer asked me if folks are canceling their trips to the Holy Land — after all, the holidays are coming up, and it’s normally a busy travel season. I said tourists like Israelis need to be extra vigilant when visiting Jerusalem’s Old City and perhaps in general, but otherwise it’s business as usual. Just ask Jerry Seinfeld: he has two shows scheduled for Tel Aviv in November.

For those who have never been before, know that Israel’s attractions are numerous and varied. This is a relatively new country in what is a very ancient land. The world’s only Jewish and democratic state is home to sites sacred to Judaism, Christianity and Islam that can be found nowhere else. While these holy places are truly unique attractions, there is more to Israel than religious heritage and complex politics. Welcoming, energetic cities, fine Mediterranean beaches, and exhilarating nature spots abound. Indeed, few countries this small – at 8,019 square miles, Israel is smaller than New Jersey – pack in as much history, geographical diversity and cultural treasures:

1. Fascinating Things Come in Small Packages: By any measure a tiny country, Israel never fails to beguile. Jerusalem is the official capital and holy city to three world religions, Judaism, Christianity and Islam, while Tel Aviv brims with beaches and bustles with urban vitality. Then there’s the Dead Sea and Masada, the stark, stunning Negev Desert

and fertile Galilee. The number of museums and cultural institutions per relative area is larger in Israel than anywhere in the world.

2. It’s a Religious Experience (literally): Jerusalem is home to major sites of religious significance and pilgrimage, including the Temple Mount, Western Wall, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Dome of the Rock and al-Aqsa Mosque. But regardless of one’s religious views and the connections, many feel when visiting the Holy Land, the overriding spiritual energy of Jerusalem is something unique for everyone to experience. The Yad Vashem Holocaust memorial is an essential stop for any visitor. Saved is the cradle of Jewish mysticism, and you can retrace Christ’s footsteps along the shores of the Sea of Galilee.

3. Israel ’s Natural Wonders: Israel’s Mediterranean coast is itself a wonder, with many unspoiled beaches despite their proximity to cities. But away from the coast, the country’s diversity truly astounds: in the south, there’s the vast crater-strewn emptiness of the Negev Desert, while to the east, the famous Dead Sea beckons with the saltiest body of water on earth and, at 1,388 feet below sea level, the lowest elevation on the surface of the planet. In the north, the Galilee region surprises with its green hills and valleys that as winter approaches are major crossroads for migratory birds – and form the heart of the renowned Israeli wine country (many great Israeli wines were showcased earlier this year in Tel Aviv).

4. Cosmopolitan Tel Aviv:

While many people associate Jerusalem most closely with Israel, Tel Aviv is the country’s answer to Manhattan and the beating heart of its culinary, cultural and nightlife scene. It’s also a beach town – clean beaches run the length of the city – meaning there’s a unique mix of sophistication and relaxation here. The ancient city of Jaffa provides an atmospheric counterpoint to Tel Aviv’s soaring towers and famous curved white Bauhaus buildings, a legacy of the 1930s.

5. Israel’s Great Desert Adventures: Israel’s Negev is a visual sight to behold, its stark desert relief home to an infinite variety of beautiful views. And eco-tourism and desert adventure touring options abound, from hiking and biking along desert trails to all-terrain jeep trips, camel rides along the ancient

frankincense route, rock climbing and rappelling. There is also a great range of modern guest cabins and inns, as well as unique spas, to unwind in after a day of desert exploration.

6. Visit Israel Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall: Its Mediterranean climate makes Israel ideal for all-season travel. In winter, while much of Europe and the U.S. is shivering; most of Israel bask in sunny temperatures that hover around the 70-degree mark, or even warmer in the Red Sea resort of Eilat. There are some rainy days, but it’s, by and large, a dry country. That poses challenges for Israelis in terms of water conservation efforts, but for visitors it means pack the sunblock and shades – whether it’s July or January.

You can follow commentator Anthony Grant on Twitter at TGi24

Travel in Israel: Time to go?

Anthony Grant chats with CBS’s Contessa Brewer. Photo: CBS News

The beach promenade in Tel Aviv. Photo: Anthony Grant

Tel Aviv skyline seen from rooftop of Hotel Savoy. Photo: Anthony Grant

live via the Internet for three days and people who register in advance may bid for via proxy bidding. At the previous auction, people tuned in from across the United States, Europe and New Zealand to bid on cars.

Video cameras will be set up to show different views of each car as it passes through the auction tent. To connect to the live broadcast and receive registration

information, go to www.classic-caraution.com

People bidding via proxy will have to register in advance and follow the same procedures as people attending the auction, McCormick noted. Bidding requires a $30 registration fee and a “good faith deposit,” which is refunded if nothing is purchased, McCormick said.

To preview cars to be auction and other information, go to www.Classic-CarAuction.com.

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By Pamela Price If you have never seen the

mollusk inspired art created by Mark Doolittle at his studio surrounded by the monumental rock formations in Joshua Tree or the enigmatic metal sculptures designed by Simi Dabah at the artists at his outdoor high desert studio on Sunfair Road, also in Joshua Tree, then consider this. Plan ahead for the HWY Open Studio Art Tours 15th annual event next year and don’t be stingy with your time, lavish at least a full day, or possibly spend the night in one of the quirky inns

such as the downtown Joshua Tree TYPE Inn and Gallery owned by Louise Marler, an artist with a yen for typewriter inspired art. There were 140 artists participating this year over an area in the High Desert so large that foldable detachable maps was included the 58-page guidebook. “This was one of the impressive and skillfully designed art tour guide I’ve seen; it was therefore accurate that our group of three found studios we never could have located on our own, from Yucca Mesa to 29 Palms. While the streets were properly

marked many were unpaved, with dips and dead ends, yet we never got lost,” said Sue Townsley, a Cathedral City Public Art Commissioner.

The expertly designed Art’s Council Directory was flawless, describing each artist and/or gallery expertly with examples of artist’s photographs, paintings, jewelry designs, clay pots, bear court baskets and gourds, digital art, mosaics and more.

Alita Van Vliest the 2015 Open Studio Art Tours Director said the year’s event “with a record number of artists. This

year, there is no shortage of opportunity for an art filled adventure one that is bound to satisfy any of artistic leanings.”

The event was staged over two weekends, October 17, 18 and 24,25 from 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. Paul Klopfenstein, President of the Morongo Basin Cultural Arts Council, a nonprofit organization founded in 2001by “ a dedicated and passionate group of local artists opened the door to for art tourism in the high desert with panache. Every gallery our group visited greeted visitors warmly with lemonade, fresh-

fruits, home-baked cookies and more. We began our tour early, arriving at 8 AM for breakfast at the legendary 29 Palms Inn, (“ A proud supporter of the arts for over 85 years”) with refreshing baked blueberry muffins, French toast and unexpected extras such as housemade honey jam.

The level of high desert hospitality combined with the range of artists is making news in the art world, and justifiably so thanks to a dedicated group of artists and organizers.

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Highway 62 Open Studio Art Tours captures the high desert

The Wall of Bottles at the Highway 62 Open Studio tour. Photo by Sue Townsley Open air studio of Simi Dabah off the beaten path in Joshua Tree, CA. Photo by Sue Townsley

By Desert Star StaffLOS ANGELES – Circus

Vargas presents ArleQuin, an all-new spectacular, is the

story of a boy whose dreams of joining the circus come alive through death-defying stunts, flying aerialists, exhilarating

acrobats, and uproarious clowns under a music filled, blue and yellow big top. Circus Vargas wi l l appear at

Westfield Palm Desert, November 19-24.

Steeped in tradition and devoted to all things magnificent and happy, America’s favorite travelling big top circus is an animal free show featuring a cast of 30. Master magician Patrick Marinelli amazes with illusions before taking to the air in a display of grace and strength on the aerial straps. The legendary Flying Tabares fly on trapeze, the extraordinary Poema Family foot juggles each other, aerialist Monica Neves walks upside down across the celling of the big top, the daredevil Dominguez Family zips motorcycles at breakneck speeds in a tiny, steel sphere, and the clown brothers Alex and Yvinsön Acero keep the belly laughs coming.

A free, interactive preshow

begins 30 minutes before each performance where children get to try their hand at juggling, hula hooping, balancing, clowning and much more. Host John Weiss aka Iron Chin balances anything from a dollar bill to a 16-foot stepladder on his chin assisted by his lovely wife, Laura.

Tickets are $35-$70 for reserved ringside seats and $15-$35 for general admission seating. To purchase tickets log on to www.circusvargas.com, call 877-GOTFUN-1 (877-468-3861) or visit the box office. Follow Circus Vargas on Facebook and Twitter: @CircusVargas.

Circus Vargas presents ArleQuin will appear November 19-24 under the blue and yellow Big Top at Westfield Palm Desert, 72-840 CA-111, Palm Desert, CA 92260.

Circus Vargas Returns To Palm Desert With All-New Show

By Carlos HerreraCOACHELLA, Ca. - The

Coachella Valley Desert Soccer League’s Fall 2015 season was scheduled to begin November 1st, but players never got the chance to take the field. According to Coachella city officials, the upcoming season is suspended.

The Coachella City council kicked the league off city soccer fields, after the league lost its “non-profit status,” and failed to comply with the city’s financial reporting

guidelines. The suspension runs until July 31st, through the current season. According to officials, both the Coachella Valley Desert Soccer League (C.V.D.S.L) and the Coachella Youth Sports Association Soccer (C.Y.S.A.S.), were given a written notice to provide financial documents to the city in April. C.V.D.S.L failed to do so, which resulted in the suspension.

The city requires both soccer leagues to have non-

profit status and to maintain complete accounting records, including all league enrollment fees, purchases and transactions. Those records are then subject to independent audits. Results of an audit in October found the league only provided some bank statements that contained partial transaction activity - with very minimal identification and payment receipts. It also found no record of its I.R.S. tax exemption status, and that the league’s

California Corporate status had been suspended.

According to the city, suspending the league was a tough decision, but they want to protect residents. “There is the intent to provide access to city facilities for those that are being prudent with their business operations as both leagues are non-profit and are required to be non-profit, and they should conduct themselves in manners that correspond with that non-

profit standing,” City of Coachella Public Works Officer Maritza Martinez said.

C.Y.S.A.S. also came up short in its audit, but the league was not suspended, because it did a much better job of trying to comply, Martinez said. C.V.D.S.L. will be re-evaluated next august, she added. Meanwhile, they recommend the members of that league contact C.Y.S.A.S. about playing in the upcoming season.

Coachella City Council Kicks Desert Soccer League Off City Soccer Fields

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If you have never gone to a ballet or contemporary dance performance, and you love to laugh, check out “The Art of Falling” at the Ahmanson Theatre, November 6-8. This production is a unique collaboration by two Chicago companies—Second City and Hubbard Street—that marries modern dance with comedy in a hilarious, yet touching exploration of life, love and relationships.

This dance/comedy combination takes audiences on a relatable journey, with a story line that is contemporary and fun as well as emotional, as three distinct stories about relationships are interwoven. It even includes the ups and downs of a same-sex relationship.

Described as lively, charming and sometimes absurd. “The Art of Falling” was created by five choreographers, four writers and more than thirty dancers and actors under the award-winning direction of Billy Bungeroth.

Second City has been performing sketch comedy since 1959 and this brand new collaboration, combining both dance and comedy, reaches new heights. The Chicago Tribune calls it “Hugely entertaining and strikingly emotional—not to be missed.”

Earlier in the year “Glorya Kaufman Presents Dance at the Music Center” gave us the stirring, totally amazing “Rodin” ballet. Now for a very brief run, she offers L.A. audiences

comedy with dance in the West Coast premiere of “The Art of Falling.” See Second City and dance in an all-new light at the Ahmanson Theatre, 135 North Grand Ave, downtown L.A. Tickets available at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion Box Office or by calling (213) 972-0711 or online at :musiccenter.org/hubbard.

••••••••••••••What‘s New on DVD —”Best

of Enemies” was an official selection of the Sundance Film Festival and critics have hailed the film, available on DVD November 3, as “enticing, scintillating, fascinating and provocative.” Variety called the film a “thoroughly engrossing

and surprisingly entertaining documentary” and the Wall Street Journal dubbed it “Hugely entertaining. A must-view film for our media-besotted age.”

If you are tired of current political debate, but are still a political junkie, enjoy a blast from the past as renowned political thinkers William F. Buckley Jr. and Gore Vidal engage in ten unforgettable, unscripted debates. Buckley, a famous conservative thinker and Vidal, a leftist novelist, electrified audiences nationwide with their clashing visions of an ideal America. It sounds a lot like today.

It was the summer of 1968, and ABC, dead last in the ratings, hired two towering public intellectuals to debate each other during the Democratic and Republican national conventions. Gore Vidal, Democrat and cousin to Jackie Onassis, faced off against William F. Buckley, Jr., a leading light of the new conservative movement. Each believed the other’s political ideologies were dangerous for America so their debates were like rounds in a heavy weight battle. They spoke about policy, using personal insults. In fact, their explosive exchanges devolved into vitriolic name calling. Live and unscripted, they kept viewers riveted. Ratings for

ABC-News skyrocketed, and a new era in public discourse was born.

Today political vitriol lives on, but nobody did it better than Buckley Jr. and Vidal.

“Best of Enemies” includes a behind-the-scene interview with directors Morgan Neville and Robert Bordon, as well as additional interviews with Andrew Sullivan, Reid Buckley,

Christopher Hitchens, Dick Cavett and more. From Magnolia Entertainment, rated R.

••••••••••••••“Vacation” is back with the

next generation of Griswolds. They are on the road again for another comical, ill-fated family adventure. Following in his father’s footsteps (Chevy Chase) a grown-up Rusty Griswold (Ed Helms, “The Hangover” films) surprises his wife, Debbie (Christina Applegate), and their two sons with a cross-country road trip back to America’s favorite family fun park, Walley World. So what could go wrong? Special features include: “Return to Walley World,” “The Griswold Odyssey,” deleted scenes and a gag reel. Rated R for crude and sexual comedy and brief, graphic nudity.

Also available on DVD, Disney.Pixar’s animated “Inside Out.”

Comedy and Contemporary Dance at the AhmansonD ANC E BY THEDA KLEINHANS REICHMAN

“Best of Enemies”

are pet products for pet lovers, lawn ornaments, books, paintings and so much more. There were special kid’s games for the Halloween event with prizes for the kids. Visitors and locals alike always enjoy the Thursday night Village Fest with something for everyone’s taste.

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Payton Morgan, Emma Perkins and Evan Benedict. Photo by Pat KrauseAiden, Aislin, Brendan Teggart with Gerry Teggart standing. Photo by Pat Krause

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME, Case No.: PSC 1504287 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE, PALM SPRINGS BRANCH, 3255 E. TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1) Peti-tioner: CASSANDRA VARGAS filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: STEPHANIE MADALYN VARGAS to Proposed Name: STEPHANIE MADALYN MEN-ERA. Present Name: JOCELYN MAKAYLA VAR-GAS to Proposed Name: JOCELYN MAKAYLA MENERA, Present Name: NATHANIEL LUKE VARGAS to Proposed Name: NATHANIEL LUKE MENERA, 2) THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name change described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING - Date, Time and Place: December 04, 2015 8:30 a.m. Department PS3. Address: 3255 E. TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262. Superior Court of California, Riverside County, Palm Springs. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on this petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: DESERT STAR WEEKLY, 13279 Palm Drive, Suite 5, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240. Dated: September 25, 2015 Judge of the Superior Court. Pub October 30, November 6, 13, 20, 2015. DSW15-7222AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: DTS- DIVERSIFIED TRADESMEN SERVICES 7257 GREYLOCK AV-ENUE, RIVERSIDE, CA. 92504. Riverside County 3410 LA SIERRA AVE APT F-283, RIVERSIDE, CA. 92503. Full name of registrant: RONALD PAUL GUILLIAMS 7257 GREYLOCK AVENUE, RIVERSIDE, CA. 92504 2b. PABLO ORTEGA FIGUEROA 3640 MAUDE AVE, RIVERSIDE, CA 92506. Business is conducted by: GENERAL PARTNERSHIP. Registrant commenced to trans-act business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 09/18/2010. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: RONALD PAUL GUILLIAMS. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on September 22, 2015. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201510401 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FIC-TITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHO-RIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub September 30, October 7, 14, 21, November 6, 13, 20, 27, 2015. DSW15-5217FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: DESERT SERENITY FLOAT SPA 73221 HWY 111, PALM DESERT, CA 92260. Riverside County, P.O. BOX 4216, PALM DES-ERT, CA 92261. Full name of registrant: DESERT SERENITY, LLC 73221 HWY 111, PALM DESERT, CA 92260. Business is conducted by: LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and cor-rect. (A registrant, who declares as true, informa-tion which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: MICHAEL STEPHEN REITER, MANAGING MEMBER This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on October 26, 2015. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. R-201511945 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATE-MENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTI-TIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub October 30, November 6, 13, 20, 2015. DSW15-7223FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: BASU MUSIC, LAB HITS MUSIC, CANDY RAWK MUSIC 14072 ALMOND GROVE CT, EASTVALE, CA 92880. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: LAB HITS, LLC 14072 ALMOND GROVE CT, EASTVALE, CA 92880. Business is conducted by: LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 1/22/2013. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: JENNIFER ELIZABETH BASU, VICE PRESIDENT. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on October 20 2015. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201511645 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATE-MENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTI-TIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub October 30 November 6, 13, 20, 2015. DSW15-7221AMENDED STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following fictitious business name(s)MJ’S CON-STRUCTION & MANAGEMENT SERVICES 36947 COOK ST. STE 104, PALM DESERT CA. 92211 RIVERSIDE, PALM DESERT, CA 92211 COUNTY. Riverside County has been abandoned by the fol-lowing person(s): MARIA ALVINA ANGLE 67661 SAN GORGONIO ST, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. SALVADOR- -RAYGOZA 23561 CIT-TOES RD, LA QUINTA, CA 92260. This business is conducted by: A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP. The fictitious business name(s) referred to above was

filed in Riverside County on 03/26/2015. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime). Signed: MARIA ALVINA ANGLE. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on August 10, 2015,signed by, Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. I-201500811. Pub August 28, 2015, September 4, 11, 18, October 30, November 6, 13, 20, 2015. DSW15-7176FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: BASU MUSIC, LAB HITS MUSIC, CANDY RAWK MUSIC 14072 ALMOND GROVE CT, EASTVALE, CA 92880. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: LAB HITS, LLC 14072 ALMOND GROVE CT, EASTVALE, CA 92880. Business is conducted by: LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 1/22/2013. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: JENNIFER ELIZABETH BASU, VICE PRESIDENT. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on October 20 2015. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201511645 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATE-MENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTI-TIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub October 30 November 6, 13, 20, 2015. DSW15-7221FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: CONCRETE PUMPING EQUIP-MENT RENTALS 62750 16TH AVE, NORTH PALM SPRINGS, CA 92258. Riverside County, P.O. BOX 903, THOUSAND PALMS, CA 92276. Full name of registrant: CARLTON ARVID BRASTAD 62750 16TH AVE NORTH PALM SPRINGS, CA 92258. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact busi-ness under the fictitious business name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: CARLTON ARVID BRASTAD. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on October 19 2015. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201511572 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub October 23, 30 November 6, 13, 2015. DSW15-7216FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: SUN APPLIANCE SERVICE 705 WILLIAMS ROAD, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92264. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: BRUCE FRANCIS CONNOLE 705 WILLIAMS ROAD, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92264. Business is con-ducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 1/1/1980. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, infor-mation which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: BRUCE FRANCIS CONNOLE. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on October 16 2015. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201511529 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FIC-TITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHO-RIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub Oc-tober 23, 30 November 6, 13, 2015. DSW15-7213AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: PRESTIGE FINISH LANDSCAPING & MAINTENANCE 47504 STAM-PEDE TRL, INDIO, CA 92201. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: JUAN PABLO RIVERA JR. 47504 STAMPEDE TRL, INDIO, CA 92201. Business is conducted by: Individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: JUAN PABLO RIVERA JR. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on July 31, 2015. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. R-201508213 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FIC-TITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHO-RIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub August 12, 19, 26, September 2, October 23, 30, November 6, 13, 2015. DSW15-5178AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATE-MENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: A.E.G WINDOW CLEAN-ING 75-337 KELSEY CIRCLE SOUTH, PALM DESERT, CA 92211. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: ADRIAN EDUARDO GUERRERO 75-337 KELSEY CIRCLE SOUTH, PALM DESERT, CA 92211. Business is conducted by: Individual. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: ANDRIAN EDUARDO GUERRERO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on August 3, 2015. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. R-201508299 NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATE-MENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTI-TIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). Pub August 12, 19, 26, September 2, October 23, 30, November 6, 13, 2015. DSW15-5177FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: V-More Inc, 12155 Magnolia Ave, Building 4-G,, Riverside, CA 92503. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: V-More Inc, 12155 Magnolia Ave, Building 4-G, Riverside, CA 92505/CA. Business is conducted by: Corporation. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false,

is guilty of a crime). Signed: Sheng Gao, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on October 14, 2015. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201511374. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTI-TIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSI-NESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COM-MON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSI-NESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW15-7212 October 16, 23, 30, November 6, 2015.NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-15-665127-HL Order No.: 730-1501723-70 (Pursuant to Cal. Civ. Code 2923.3) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 2/28/2008. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUB-LIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial C ode and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the accrued principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the t rustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): Mavis Blackwood, a single woman Recorded: 3/6/2008 as Instrument No. 2008-0110564 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of RIVERSIDE County, California; Date of Sale: 12/7/2015 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: At the front entrance of the former Corona Police Department at 849 W. Sixth Street, Corona, CA. Amount of accrued balance and other charges: $218,192.46 The purported property address is: 16725 VIA CORTO EAST, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240 Assessor’s Parcel No. 657-112-011-6 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear own-ership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this N otice of S ale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sa le date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916.939.0772 for information regard-ing the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the t rustee: CA-15-665127-HL . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to at-tend the scheduled sale. The undersigned t rustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by send-ing a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the t rustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the t rustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the m ortgagor, the m ortgagee, or the m ortgagee’s a ttorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916.939.0772 O r Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Reinstate-ment Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-15-665127-HL IDSPub #0094743 11/6/2015 11/13/2015 11/20/2015. DSW15-7224NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-14-653838-JP Order No.: 730-1408497-70 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/1/1996. UNLESS YOU TAKE AC-TION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD

CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): ELIAS VARGAS AND, JUANITA VARGAS, HUSBAND AND WIFE Recorded: 3/11/1996 as Instrument No. 087570 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of RIVERSIDE County, California; Date of Sale: 12/9/2015 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: 2410 Wardlow Road #104, Corona, CA 92880, in the Auction.com Room Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $63,155.18 The pur-ported property address is: 33441 LAURA DRIVE, THOUSAND PALMS, CA 92276 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 693-251-017-6 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear own-ership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800-280-2832 for information regard-ing the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-14-653838-JP . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to at-tend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by send-ing a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and ex-clusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COL-LECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800-280-2832 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-14-653838-JP IDSPub #0093991 11/6/2015 11/13/2015 11/20/2015. DSW15-7215T.S. No.: 9985-8213 TSG Order No.: 1542366 A.P.N.: 641-241-018-7 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 08/06/2004. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NBS Default Services, LLC, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded 08/26/2004 as Document No.: 2004-0676330, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Riverside County, California, executed by: GILBERTO TERRAZA AND ALMA TERRAZA, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal sav-ings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and state, and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. Sale Date & Time: 11/19/2015 at 09:00 AM Sale Location: At the front entrance of the former Corona Police Department at 849 W. Sixth Street, Corona, CA. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real

property described above is purported to be: 13925 LA MESA DR, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts cre-ated by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $127,259.40 (Estimated) as of 11/06/2015. Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear own-ership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call, 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site, www.nationwideposting.com, for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number as-signed to this case, T.S.# 9985-8213. Information about postponements that are very short in dura-tion or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the success-ful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. NBS Default Services, LLC 301 E. Ocean Blvd. Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 800-766-7751 For Trustee Sale Information Log On To: www.nationwideposting.com or Call: 916-939-0772. NBS Default Services, LLC, Vanessa Gomez, Foreclosure Associate This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. However, if you have received a discharge of the debt referenced herein in a bankruptcy proceeding, this is not an attempt to impose personal liability upon you for payment of that debt. In the event you have received a bankruptcy discharge, any action to enforce the debt will be taken against the property only. NPP0262076 To: DESERT STAR WEEKLY 10/30/2015, 11/06/2015, 11/13/2015. DSW15-7220Trustee Sale No. : 00000004735410 Title Order No.: 730-1404648-70 FHA/VA/PMI No.: NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 08/09/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 08/17/2006 as In-strument No. 2006-0607231 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of RIVERSIDE County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: JAMES F CUSTER II AND DEBORAH CUSTER AND, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGH-EST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by California Civil Code 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 11/18/2015 TIME OF SALE: 9:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: In front of the Corona Civic Center, 849 W. Sixth Street, Corona, CA 92882. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 212 VIA FIRENZA, RANCHO MIRAGE, CALIFORNIA 92270 APN#: 670-460-055-9 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrect-ness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, ex-pressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $735,285.81. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not auto-matically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens

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Desert Star Weekly Legals November 6, 2015 page 7senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a cour-tesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800-758-8052 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site www.homesearch.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 00000004735410. Information about post-ponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone informa-tion or on the Internet Web site. The best way to

verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMA-TION PLEASE CALL: XOME 750 HIGHWAY 121 BYP, SUITE 100 LEWISVILLE, TX 75067 800-758-8052 www.homesearch.com BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP IS ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COL-LECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP as Trustee Dated: 10/13/2015 NPP0260720 To: DESERT STAR WEEKLY 10/23/2015, 10/30/2015, 11/06/2015 DSW15-7218Trustee Sale No. : 00000004727490 Title Or-der No.: 730-1404944-70 FHA/VA/PMI No.: 0157972401 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 03/01/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE AC-TION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP, as duly ap-pointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 03/06/2007 as Instrument No. 2007-0153408 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of RIVERSIDE County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: VICTOR J LOBUE JR AND REBECCA M LOBUE, WILL SELL

AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by California Civil Code 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 11/18/2015 TIME OF SALE: 9:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: In front of the Corona Civic Center, 849 W. Sixth Street, Corona, CA 92882. STREET ADDRESS and other common designa-tion, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 45607 CLUB DR, INDIAN WELLS, CALIFORNIA 92210 APN#: 633-260-033-0 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remain-ing principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publica-tion of the Notice of Sale is $847,406.81. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a

written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Elec-tion to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not auto-matically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of

the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a cour-tesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800-758-8052 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site www.homesearch.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 00000004727490. Information about post-ponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone informa-tion or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMA-TION PLEASE CALL: XOME 750 HIGHWAY 121 BYP, SUITE 100 LEWISVILLE, TX 75067 800-758-8052 www.homesearch.com BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP IS ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COL-LECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP as Trustee Dated: 10/13/2015 NPP0260601 To: DESERT STAR WEEKLY 10/23/2015, 10/30/2015, 11/06/2015. DSW15-7217

Lakers Still Not Ready to Compete Dan Marinelli

Los Angeles – Coming off their worst season in team history last year, the Los Angeles Lakers only direction was up – right?

There are many reasons the Lakers can be hopeful this year. They are getting their superstar Kobe Bryant back from injury in what may be his farewell season – at least with LA. The Lakers’ second pick from this year’s draft, D’ Angelo Russell, who everyone is hoping can go toe-to-toe with the league’s best point guards

They are returning another highly touted ‘rookie’ in Julius

Randle, who only saw 15 minutes of play before injuring his leg in his first season. And finally, Los Angeles’s beloved team is receiving a bevy of mid-level talent to surround those players to help grow for the future.

All of that sounds awesome and fun but with the team 0-3 and still searching for an identity, nothing is going as hoped – except Randle looks like a budding star who could blossom into a superstar if his growth continues. Russell looks like he isn’t ready for the NBA, the team does not look cohesive with a collection of young-young

players and older vets like Kobe and Metta World Peace.

Not to mention, Kobe is simply a shell of his former self. Bryant, who set the record for most years with one team in the Lakers first game this year is shooting less than 33 percent and is not nearly as athletic, which was obvious after coming off his that kept him out the last two seasons.

After their most recent loss to the Mavericks on Sunday, Kobe told the media in an interview, “I suck right now.” The superstar then went on to say, “I’m like the 200th best player in the league right now.” Which

is ironic because Bryant was placed 93rd in a recent ESPN.com NBA player ranking poll before the season began, and the voiced his distaste with his placement in the ranking.

Kobe does not belong on this team anymore. He does not fit in to the current youthful, experiential mindset. The Lakers are young and need to develop NBA skills, quickness and team chemistry.

Bryant is not young. He wants a championship now – as being the best and success is all the Black Mamba knows. The Lakers are years away from being among the NBA’s

elite. By the time this Purple and Gold team is ready to win it all, Bryant will likely be long out of the game. Maybe it is finally time for Kobe to hang it up, it was an amazing run but all good things do unfortunately come to an end.

When the season began, there were talks of playoffs, maybe getting the final eighth spot in the Western Conference. After only three games, however, the Lakers look like a team destined for tanking toward another lottery draft pick. It will be fun to watch these players grow together, but for now, more frustrating times are ahead.

By Jack Lyons Theatre and Film Critic

Love is the one human emotion that the entire world is constantly seeking and responds to no mater one’s age. How we respond to it is the stuff of theatre, movies, and novels.

One need look no further than the stage of North Coast Repertory Theatre to enjoy and appreciate how the emotion called love drives the behavior of two people, of a ‘certain age’, who are seeking its benefits; no matter the cost or the age of its participants.

From the pen of Irish playwright Christian O’ Reilly, comes “Chapatti”, a tender, poignant, and charming tale that bubbles with the lilt of Irish laughter, wit and charm for which those silver-tongued Gaelic writer/philosophers are known.

If you thought that ‘alchemy’ was a lost art, think again. Award-winning Broadway and Hollywood director/actor Judith Ivey brings her considerable talent and skills to the stage of North Coast Rep to create gold in the form of a two person cast that stars actors Mark Bramhall and Anabella Price. Kudos to artistic director David Ellenstein, for once again, bringing the gold standard in talent to the audiences of North Coast Repertory.

Director Ivey imbues her

bittersweet play with intimacy to great effect by placing separate living quarters side by side, allowing the actors to break the fourth wall and address the audience. The convention creates a homey safe zone effect where everyone is in the same room having a cup of tea with the actors. When I ask her at the opening night after-party, what drew her to this little, but ever so insightful story, she smiles and replies “I fell in love with this particular story because playwrights don’t write many love stories revolving around senior citizens.” Christian O’ Reilly writes honest dialogue with a believable premise, and according to director Ivey, “… people would be surprised to know that stories like “Chapatti” happen in real life more than you would expect.”

The story of Dan and Betty, is a tale of two senior working-class suburban Dubliners who discover one another by coincidence at a veterinarian’s office. He’s a dog lover. She’s a cat person. Dan’s a widower who’s having difficulty in getting through his grieving period. He keeps thinking of his Margaret, all alone up there; waiting for him to join her. He is a bit of the working-class dreamer when it comes to facing reality.

Betty, on the other hand, is a divorcee who knows she still has plenty of love and compassion in

her and is just waiting for the right man to come along to share her feelings. Her dialogue is achingly poignant at times and delivered with such a ring of authenticity that her astonishing performance can’t help but resonate with the females in the audience (and a few of us men as well).

Dan is winningly and guilelessly played by Mark Bramhall in a nicely nuanced performance. Anabella Price, is an absolute gem of an actor who looks and sounds as if she just finished a performance run at Dublin’s famed Abbey Theatre. And, the on-stage chemistry between Price and Bramhall is a delight to behold, in the bargain.

Between Bramhall’s laidback Dan and Price’s no-nonsense Betty, the audience can cancel their airplane tickets to Ireland in the hope of seeing a slice of working-class Irish life. That experience can be seen and felt by attending a performance of “Chapatti”. Incidentally, the title of the play is the name of Dan’s dog, a stray he rescued to later name it after a favorite Indian food of his and Margaret’s.

The technical credits are always first rate at North Coast Rep, and this production doesn’t disappoint. Scenic Designer Marty Burnett and lighting designer Matthew Novotny, the two man team responsible

for the many outstanding set designs over the years, score again. The costumes designed by Elisa Benzoni are picture-perfect for each character. A special kudo goes to dialect coach Jan Gist for coaching two yanks and transforming them into authentic sounding Irish Dubliner characters that would make believers out of the real residents of the Emerald Isle. Or, as the locals might say” It’s the likes of you actors that makes the likes of us enjoy the evening in the theatre.”

“Chapatti” runs at the North Coast Repertory Theatre through November 15, 2015. Don’t miss it.

The lilt of Irish laughter can be heard at North Coast Rep

Judith Ivey, Annabella Price and Mark Bramhall. Photo by Aaron Rumley

Join us this Veterans Day, November 11th, 2015 as we honor the men and women of the U.S.

Military. Their courage, hard work and sacri�ce are the backbone of our nation, protecting freedom, liberty,

justice and all we hold dear.

Thank you, veterans of the desert.

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