Author
Barbara Beckley

Growing Up Mattel- A Palm Springs Toy Story

Mink stoles and martinis. A 6-year-old with Unlimited Toys. Add Mattel to Palm Springs’ A-List History “The Barbie House” Legend For years, rumors have swirled that a stylish 1959 Donald Wexler-designed home in Palm Springs’ mid-mod El Rancho Vista Estates community had a Mattel connection…

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The Untold Stories Behind Palm Springs Street Names

Discover the Meaning Behind Palm Springs Street Names Vista Chino, Farrell Drive, Arenas Road, and Ramon Road—we drive, bike, or stroll down these familiar Palm Springs streets every day. Whether we know them by heart or rely on our navigation apps, these iconic roads form the city's connective…

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Designing the Desert: The Towne Palm Springs Story

“We’re men about town,” Brandon Hoskins says with a twinkle in his eye — and it couldn’t be more fitting. Alongside his partner, Stephen Wilson, Brandon co-owns Towne Palm Springs , a destination boutique that’s become a go-to for discerning shoppers, design aficionados, and fellow creatives from Los…

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Game On: The Best Sports Bars of Palm Springs 🏀🏈

Sports enthusiasts, get ready to cheer! Palm Springs is brimming with sports bars, each offering its unique vibe. You'll find multiple screens, delicious food, refreshing drinks, and great company. Whether watching the Big Game, enjoying a round during Happy Hour, or planning a game-day getaway with…

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