Palm Springs 75, today is the birthday celebration for our beloved city of Palm Springs. 75 years of a sun-filled and fun lifestyle that is a hallmark of our city. We love all of Palm Springs’ history but here at the Paul Kaplan Group we celebrate our mid-century past and the architecture that has made Palm Springs famous.

The Alexanders by James R. Harlan

Join us for the free city birthday party at the O’Donnell Golf Course from 3 to 9 pm today for food, fireworks and festivities. We are celebrating all the decades of our history and the Paul Kaplan Group is helping celebrate the Alexanders. Look for the Alexander banners and come by to say hello.

 

Enjoy the Palm Springs 75 celebration and don’t miss the fireworks!!

Here are a few Alexander Construction Co. homes to get you in the mood to celebrate, for more call Paul at 760-459-1396 or visit our website www.PaulKaplanGroup.com

–Tracy Merrigan

Food, Fun and Fabulous Shopping!!

Celebrate with the Paul Kaplan Group at our Modernism Week Yard Sale

Sunday, February 24  8am to 1pm

hosted by the Paul Kaplan Group and Modern Bear

Paul Kaplan Group Modernism Week Yard Sale

Tasty Treats and maybe some Tall Tales to share with friends

Want to sell stuff at our Modernism Week Yard Sale?

For Booth Info, Email Chris Bale at: chris@paulkaplangroup.com
We’ll see you there!

Check out the Modernism Week site for information on all the week’s events.

We have some exciting new mid-century modern listings at the Paul Kaplan Group. See them here at www.PaulKaplanGroup.com

Are you planning to visit Palm Springs this February for Modernism Week? All of us at The Paul Kaplan Group have already purchased our tickets.  Although many of the events and tours are sold out, I looked and there are still a variety of tickets available.

What is Modernism Week?  Palm Springs Modernism Week is an exciting 11-day celebration of mid-century modern design, architecture and culture, Feb. 14 to the 24th. This design aesthetic originated in the 1940s, 50s, and 60s, and was typified by clean, simple lines which came to define desert modernism. The Palm Springs Modernism Week is filled with a variety of events including architectural tours, films, lectures, an architectural symposium, educational events, and chic, fun parties in cool mid-century modern homes that draws thousands of visitors from all over the world.

The Paul Kaplan Group is sponsoring a number of events and tours, as well as our Modernism Garage Sale on Feb.  24th.  I’ve scanned through the event lists, and of what is still available, here’s what I would suggest:

13th Annual Modernism Show Preview Reception, and show the following days.
Marrakesh Country Club Designer Showcase
Expo Tent and Prefab Showcase
Charles Phoenix Retro Slide Show
The Silver Factory Party
A. Quincy Jones: Building for Better Living
Royal Hawaiian Estates Home Tour
Fashion Forward: A Vintage Clothing Retrospective
Palm Springs Modern Committee Iconic Home tour – William Krisel Twin Palms
Tony Duquette – Wild Child of Hollywood Design
Mid-Century Moderns: The Homes That Define Palm Springs – 2012
Vintage Car Show
A Mad Men Evening – the Architecture and Design Council’s Annual Fundraiser
Frank Sinatra’s “Twin Palms” Estate Tour
Symposium and Tour: The Public and the Modern House – All Day
Modernism Garage Sale

For more information and to purchase tickets for the Palm Springs Modernism Week,

CLICK HERE.   

The Paul Kaplan Group will also have a booth at the Modernism Show, held Feb. 15-17th.  If you’d like more information on real estate, drop me an email or text, or come by our booth for more info.  You can live out your own modernism life in Palm Springs!

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  Curtis Anderson Firecliff. El Paseo
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  George Zander Rincon Nortendo; Indio
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  Donna Chaban-Delmas The Cliff House.
  The Daily Grill.
  Don Diego’s.
  Pacifica.
  Ask Janet Newcomb; she knows all the great venues.
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  Christine Crawford Felix El Gallito – Cathedral City

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  Roger Freedman La Tablita, Cathedral City.
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  Gerry Wendel Ditto Roger’s pic… La Tablita rocks!
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  Liz Malinka just ate at Guillermos the other night, it was outstanding! Most of the other places just season for seniors IMHO
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  Chris Miller The Venue for sushi on El Paseo, Rincon Norteno for Mexican and Cirros for Pizza in Indio
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  Liz Malinka and don’t forget Armando’s Dakota Bar Grill for cadillacs

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The Paul Kaplan Group is once again, proud to be an annual  sponsor of Modernism Week 2013.  One of my favorite events during Palm Springs Modernism Week, is the Palm Springs Preservation Foundation’s annual Retro Martini party. This year it is being held at the Abernathy House, designed by William Cody, 1962,  and recently renovated and restored. There are a limited amount of tickets available and it always sells out! So plan accordingly and I hope to see you there!
For tickets visit the Preservation’s website at www.pspreservationfoundation.org.

Modernism Week 2013 is February 14th – 24th

Modernism Week is an exciting 11-day celebration of mid-century modern design, architecture and culture in Palm Springs, California. This design aesthetic originated in the 1940s, 50s, and 60s, and was typified by clean, simple lines which came to define desert modernism.

Modernism Week is filled with a variety of events including architectural tours, films, lectures, an architectural symposium, educational events, and chic, fun parties in cool mid-century modern homes. Tickets for Modernism Week 2013 are currently on sale!  Click here for more info. 
We look forward to seeing you this year at all the events!  And stop by during the Modernism Show on Feb. 15-17th at our Paul Kaplan Group booth to get more info on Real Estate and various Modernism events.

There’s always something exciting going on in Palm Springs…. 

Do you love film?  Check out the 18th annual Short Fest in Palm Springs, America’s largest and best festival featuring award-winning films, tributes, nightly receptions and more-  The week long celebration features the best new short films from around the world, featuring over 320 new films.

When:  June 19-25, 2012

Where:  Camelot Theatres in Palm Springs

More info and tickets at 760-778-8979

www.PSFilmFest.org

Palm Springs is noted internationally for its collection of mid-century and modern architecture.  Many people overlook the treasures available in some of the nearby communities….  Now’s your chance to see some unique specimens located in the High Desert above Palm Springs.

The Palm Springs Mod Com Committee invites you to an action-packed day with our second visit to the High Desert. Throw on your hiking boots, sunscreen and hats and join us for another adventure traversing the rough terrain of the unseen Mojave Desert, visiting such treasures as a Moroccan aerie, art & sculpture studios, Kate Pierson of the B52′s and Monica Coleman’s vintage airstream resort and private residences ending with food and drinks at a super hip motel. Due to road constriction, buses will be provided at some locations.and private residences ending with a Mexican Fiesta at a super hip motel. 

One of our listings with The Paul Kaplan Group, Inc, will be featured on the tour this year-  definitely worth a vist!  Designed and built by the architect. 

4981 Bonmar Road, Yucca Valley

Due to road constriction, buses will be provided at some locations. 
Limited tickets, so don’t wait, get on board now!
Click on  PS ModCom’s site to buy tickets.

Déjà Vu Vintage Finery will celebrate its grand opening by hosting a fashion show on February 16, 2012 to kick off The Palm Springs Modernism Week. The theme is “Jet Set Style-Mid Century Fashion,” with looks inspired by early historic Palm Springs hotspots such as the Racquet Club, The Chi Chi Club and other haunts of Palm Springs illustrious star-studded past. The evening features a silent auction of vintage clothing, purses, and accessories .  A pop-up store at The Ace Hotel will make many of our fabulous designer fashions available throughout the weekend. Proceeds from the event will benefit The Palm Springs Preservation Foundation.

The event will take place at The Ace Hotel & Swim Club at 701 East Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs 2/16/2011 at 7:00PM.
Tickets are $20.00 and available for purchase on the website www.dejavuroom.com or by calling Déjà Vu Vintage Finery 760.699.5365

Palm Springs Modernism Week Highlight:

Walk of Stars Dedication

FRIDAY, February 17, 2012  2:00 PM
William F. Cody, F.A.I.A.

William Cody’s indelible contribution to Palm Springs’s architectural resources is celebrated and honored at this free Modernism Week event in Palm Springs. Join Cody family members, city officials, architecture aficionados, and owners of Cody-designed residences in paying tribute to the architect recognized for his “less is more” approach to design. Landmark Cody projects in Palm Springs include the 1949 award- winning Hotel Del Marcos, L’Horizon Hotel, St. Theresa Catholic Church, Palm Springs Public Library, and the Atakian Building, as well as private residences; the Abernathy House, the Jorgensen/Mavis Residence, and the Racquet Club Cottages West condominiums. Enjoy a reception immediately following in the adjacent Palm Springs Art Museum’s Edwards Harris Center for Architecture and Design. Each attendee will receive a keepsake program with map.

The Paul Kaplan Group is thrilled to be representing one of William Cody’s signature style homes, in Rancho Mirage.  For more information, click here.   

This stunning architecturally significant property, and designed by renowned Architect William Cody and originally owned by golf pro Jimmy Hines. (See attached document for more info on the history of this home). Located in the much desired and very private 10 home neighborhood of Thunderbird North. The 3 bed 3 bath home opens out from expansive walls of glass to one of the most breath-taking, panoramic views available in the entire desert. The great room is the hub of this entertainer’s delight, with custom cabinetry, hidden TV cabinet, original rock pversized fireplace, and custom glass doors which open to the pool and views. A private cabana was built adjacent to the pool and spa, featuring an outdoor kitchen area, as well as cozy firepit. The house has been upgraded extensively, including spa inspired bathrooms, a contemporary kitchen which boasts top of the line stainless appliances. This is your opportunity to own a stunning piece of desert mid-century architectural history.  Offered at $849,000  For more information contact Paul Kaplan at 760-285-8559 or Click Here.

The Paul Kaplan Group is happy to announce another epicurean event in Palm Springs-  this one sounds fun and great to see some creative minds at work bring innovative events to Palm Springs.

Circle the date and bring your appetite! Over 40 of Southern California’s most unique and skilled chefs will be setting up in the parking area of the Spa Resort Casino in Palm Springs this coming February 4th.

PBS TV Host and “Minister of Culinary Awareness” Cliff Young (of the “Out To Eat” show) is organizing the inaugural “Palm Springs Food Truck Festival” at the Spa Resort Casino in Downtown Palm Springs. It all happens on Saturday, February 4th.

Cliff says, “This is not your typical food truck festival, this event will offer cutting-edge culinary flavors from chefs who want to take your palette on a journey you won’t soon forget. We are creating an unbelievable festival of haute cuisine you don’t want to miss.”

For more info on the Palm Springs Food Truck Festival, click the attached link:

http://www.palmspringsfoodtruckfestival.com/