A Cultural Gem in the High Desert…read more Tucked between the desert sky and the creative soul of Yucca Valley, Hi-Desert Artists is the kind of place you accidentally wander into--and then spend the next hour wishing you had more wall space and a bigger art budget. I stopped in on a whim one Saturday, just planning to "browse." (Famous last words.) What I found instead was a cozy, vibrant gallery bursting with the kind of talent that can only come from locals who live and breathe the desert--every piece seemed to carry a little grit, a little magic, and a whole lot of soul. Their rotating exhibits mean no two visits are the same. One month, you might find expressive oils of stormy Joshua Trees; the next, serene watercolors of coyotes under a star-filled sky. The current show featured a mix of pottery, paintings (from abstract to impressionistic), and sculpture, and I left with a renewed appreciation for how diverse and talented our local art scene really is. But here's where things got dangerous: The gift shop. If you're someone who likes mass-produced kitsch, keep moving. But if you're into one-of-a-kind jewelry, ceramics, quirky cards, handmade ornaments, prints, bags, and a half-dozen other forms of functional art--you're going to want to bring a tote bag (and maybe a budget). What really impressed me, though, was the community energy. They offer classes and lectures for all ages and levels--from beginning bookmaking to urban sketching to printmaking workshops, and even youth classes. It's the kind of place where your kid can learn to paint while you talk to an artist who is currently hanging in the gallary. Everyone I met was welcoming, warm, and genuinely excited to talk art--whether you were buying or just appreciating. If you're a visitor, Hi-Desert Artists is an authentic peek into the creative pulse of this wild, wonderful area. If you're a local, it's a place to belong. Either way, don't miss it.

I took two workshops --Milky Way and Perseid Meteor Shower-- and both exceeded expectations x 10!…read more Casey Kiernan is a a fantastic instructor. He is very knowledgeable about landscape, sunset, and night photography. He has the skill to work with all levels of photographers from beginners to seasoned photographers. In just a few minutes, he had our group shooting memories of a lifetime! His knowledge of Joshua Tree is second to none. He knows the places where you won't be in the middle of a crowd. For the most part, we had the entire park to ourselves. Casey has also simplified Lightroom editing to a science. These workshops were priceless. In just minutes, we learned how to make our pictures sizzle. It was amazing. No one left without a collection of awesome photographs. His bed and breakfast felt like home. His home is very comfortable and clean. He had everything you needed included an award winning banana bread! We had great and affordable meals for lunch and dinner in Joshua Tree. He's a local and every knew him. All in All a 5-Star experience. I'm already planning my next workshop with Casey. Thank you CASEY!

I would love to learn more about desert landscape photography using my iphone, I included some I…read morehave taken while camping in Jumbo Rocks over the past several yrs. I retired to Palm Springs (Indian Canyon area)

We booked a pole dancing class at Desert Chrome for a bachelorette party, and it was easily the…read morehighlight of our weekend! Our instructor, Dancey, was incredible. She started the class with a great session of stretches to get us warmed up and ready to move. Since we had a group of 8 with 5 poles available, she handled the rotation perfectly by splitting us into two groups and alternating between us so everyone got equal pole time. By the end, we actually learned a full routine to a song of our choice! Dancey was so friendly, helpful, and even surprised us with champagne at the end to celebrate. Highly recommend for any group event!

Took a class with Rey for a bachelorette party! We had lots of fun, Rey is such a great instructor…read more Did a choreo on the spot for us. Thanks Rey and Desert Chrome!

I love this preschool because the teachers are passionate. it's a small school but it's perfect not…read moreto big or small. they even are located right next to a fire department. They offer morning classes and afternoon classes Mon. Wed. Fri. or Tues. Thur. You have to pay for this school threw JT parks and recreation at the city park. the kids often see there teachers at the park or threw out town also some of there class mates play at that park so they are there for fun or in the same sport. it's just enough school for a preschooler.

By far the best preschool my daughter loves it here. Teachers are friendly and love the fact the…read morekids practice writing their name first thing when they walk in class because of it my daughter knows how to write her first and last name. They do lots of arts and crafts practice colors, alphabet, shapes. I also like the fact they celebrate holidays which are fun for the kids.

We had so much fun! We didn't know what to expect! Were we too old or in good enough shape to rock…read morescramble? I would recommend Braving the Halls of Horror-Slot Canyons to family and friends because I felt comfortable doing the class with a knowledgeable climbing instructor. Stephen Frederick's made safety equipment (helmets and gloves) available to all participants. I was hesitant to wear but good thing i did. I bumped my head twice within 5 minutes of our trek to my own clumsiness...I love that Stephen guided us through the area with a positive encouraging attitude. Telling us where to place hands, feet and body through areas. Yes, we even had to crawl through a couple spaces. Our volunteers, Lou and Phan (last name) were newbies too. This didn't discourage Stephen. He was there to support all. The best part was getting to experience the Halls of Horror before the crowd showed up!

I think if they started school at the legal time more people would actually go. It's not good for…read moreour brain development or mental health. Especially if you take an early bus route & have to wake up at 5 or even earlier. It's not right, we're drained & unmotivated. Most of us have jobs too school is not our whole life

Class of 2024! Everything was done perfectly to its highest standards! Thank you for helping us…read moremake memories!

SERVING UP PIZZA WINNER!…read more Tonight's winner is QUENTON WEATHERSPOON! Quenton was part of the absolute SERVING CHAOS between games as fans lined up to take their shot at the pizza box. Everyone serves at the SAME TIME--and the first person to hit the box wins! Quenton nailed it and is taking home a $25 gift card to Rocky's New York Pizza in 29 Palms! The Fighting Cacti Volleyball "Serving Up Pizza" Contest, sponsored by Rocky's New York Pizza, happens at EVERY home game! Everyone gets a chance. Everyone serves. And when that pizza box gets hit... WE HAVE A WINNER! Congratulations, Quenton! Who's ready to step up and serve for pizza at the next home game? #fightingcacti #servinguppizza

There's nothing special about Copper Mountain College. I gave it three stars to be nice. It's…read morelocated out in the middle of nowhere so they don't get the best instructors. I went there to earn a certificate and I only had one course to go to fulfill the 15 units when they dropped the program. A few years later they brought it back and I was able to take that one course and get the certificate. I asked more than once why they dropped the program in the first place and never got an answer. They had to have a reason and should have just been honest with me. If you can, go to College of the Desert in Palm Desert instead of CMC in Joshua Tree. COD has better instructors and offers more degrees, certificates and individual courses.

Martha cared for both of my children from 18 months old until they were 5, and I truly could not…read morehave asked for a better daycare provider. She is patient, kind, and genuinely loves what she does. The kids were always doing fun activities and learning in a safe, loving environment. Even now, years later (my boys are 17 and 11!), she still keeps in touch and makes us feel loved. That alone speaks volumes about the kind of person she is. I couldn't recommend her more -- truly a five-star experience.

This lady will pay for bad yelp reviews to be taken down or something. Over my dead body will I…read moreEVER shut up about how horrible of a daycare this place is . My son attended for almost a year and in that time was touched (cocsa) by other kids in a playhouse . She wasn't watching the children. I only found out because my son's shorts were on backwards and he blurted out what had happened. The children who commited this crime still attend this place . We have never recieved an apology or has she ever even checked up on my kid . Money hungry realtor psychopath is what this chick is . May god forgive you .