Name: Friends & Champions
Start: 2025-11-12T16:30:00-08:00
Location: SilverRock Park 51900 Silverrock Way La Quinta, CA 92253

SilverRock Park 51900 Silverrock Way La Quinta, CA 92253

Join us for a light-hearted evening benefiting Friends’ wonderful programs and connecting people to the land.
Friends &amp; Champions is the annual fundraiser of Friends of the Desert Mountains. In early November, we gather 300+ attendees outdoors at exciting locations to celebrate and honor our “Friends and Champions” – those who inspire our work and lift us up.
Through sponsorships, ticket sales, live and silent auctions, and a focused “Fund-Our-Mission” paddle raise, in one night Friends aims to raise funds to support our annual operations expenses.
Live and silent auctions with something for everyone!

Local Event: Friends & Champions

Riverside County

Toni McAllister

San Diego Metropolitan Area

Palm Desert

California

Friends & Champions

Join us for a light-hearted evening benefiting Friends’ wonderful programs and connecting people to the land.
Friends &...

Carrizo Canyon is open October through December and this docent led hike takes you into a canyon that provides a chance to see the endangered Peninsular Bighorn Sheep and other desert critters. Learn about the geology of the area and a great outdoor experience close to downtown Palm Desert.This trail is in a sandy wash with uneven terrain. As the canyon narrows there will be some rocks and small boulders to hike around and step over. Full sun exposure for the duration of the hike.For complete details and to register for this event, go to:<a href="https://www.desertmountains.org/event/carrizo-canyon-hike-29/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAcGRvZgFicmlkETFxRXhVVkNmT3FZWGNybE1Rc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHgo85nMoUeX4nlWJhmeSUN2rNXMiTO8sHayAUg5iWAcIgbnl7H-eC1uyxPqU_aem_JKWwClMUCIO5sAYJWLhkQQ" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.desertmountains.org/.../carrizo-canyon-hike-29/</a><a href="https://www.desertmountains.org/event/carrizo-canyon-hike-29/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAcGRvZgFicmlkETFxRXhVVkNmT3FZWGNybE1Rc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHgo85nMoUeX4nlWJhmeSUN2rNXMiTO8sHayAUg5iWAcIgbnl7H-eC1uyxPqU_aem_JKWwClMUCIO5sAYJWLhkQQ" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>RSVP required.&nbsp; &nbsp;You must register at the link above. Reservations begin 2 weeks prior to the event.

Local Event: Carrizo Canyon Hike

Carrizo Canyon Hike

Carrizo Canyon is open October through December and this docent led hike takes you into a canyon that provides a chance to see...

Join a National Monument park ranger for an outdoor fun yoga flow for all skill levels. Connect with the landscape through a sequence of physical postures, movements, and breathing techniques that also strengthen your body and mind. Poses commonly mimic Earth, animals and trees. This outdoor activity is routinely performed barefoot.For complete details and to register for this event, go to: <a href="https://www.desertmountains.org/event/yoga-with-a-ranger-32/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAcGRvZgFicmlkETFxRXhVVkNmT3FZWGNybE1Rc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHmbYMW5aEAtmv9Z7GGxy-DXAP8l-F91YxOeBohDWIL35EAfhPz6mq2tDH4g2_aem_vHhDT9c9vqnPx-xbP70_ng" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.desertmountains.org/event/yoga-with-a-ranger-32</a><a href="https://www.desertmountains.org/event/yoga-with-a-ranger-32/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAcGRvZgFicmlkETFxRXhVVkNmT3FZWGNybE1Rc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHmbYMW5aEAtmv9Z7GGxy-DXAP8l-F91YxOeBohDWIL35EAfhPz6mq2tDH4g2_aem_vHhDT9c9vqnPx-xbP70_ng" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">/</a>RSVP required.&nbsp; Reservations begin 2 weeks prior to the event.Sponsored by the Bureau of Land Management in partnership with Friends of the Desert Mountains.&nbsp;

Local Event: Yoga with a Ranger

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The Coachella Valley Home Show returns to the Riverside County Fairgrounds Nov 13-15, 2026, with fresh ideas and the latest trends in remodeling, landscaping, outdoor living, tiny homes, and ADUs. Admission and parking are free! 
From DIY projects to home makeovers, see what's new in kitchens, baths, windows, doors, outdoor living, heating/AC, solar, home security, and more. Find inspiration, expert advice, and practical solutions for every budget and lifestyle. 
The Tiny Home &amp; ADU Showcase allows attendees to tour full-size ADUs, casitas, and tiny homes. Meet with builders on designs, financing options, zoning, and how these pre-built units let you keep loved ones nearby, generate rental income, and add value to your existing property. 
UC Master Gardeners of Riverside County will present seminars on desert-friendly plants, attracting birds and butterflies to backyard gardens, controlling pests, and creating water-wise landscaping. 
 The Coachella Valley Home Show takes place Nov 13-15, 2026, indoors at Riverside County Fairgrounds at 46350 Arabia Street in Indio. Show hours are Friday &amp; Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission and parking are free. Visit <a href="https://www.coachellahomeshows.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.coachellahomeshows.com</a>.

Local Event: Coachella Valley Home Show

Coachella Valley Home Show

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Garden Day and Desert Native Plant Sale

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Local Event: 11th Annual Indio BBQ Festival

Indio

11th Annual Indio BBQ Festival

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Discover the wonders of the night sky at the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument!Join Friends of the Desert Mountains and the Astronomical Society of the Desert for a free evening of stargazing beneath some of Southern California’s darkest skies. Volunteer astronomers will guide you through the cosmos, sharing fascinating stories while helping you explore planets, star clusters, nebulae, galaxies, and other celestial wonders through a variety of telescopes.Whether you’re an experienced stargazer or looking through a telescope for the very first time, this is a wonderful opportunity to experience the Monument after dark and connect with the natural world in a whole new way.PLEASE NOTE: CHECK WEATHER BEFORE DEPARTING, THIS EVENT WILL BE CANCELED FOR HEAVY CLOUD COVER, WIND OR RAIN.For complete details and to register for this event, go to: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.desertmountains.org%2Fevent%2Fstar-party-at-the-monument-28%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAcGRvZgFicmlkETFxRXhVVkNmT3FZWGNybE1Rc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHpDrduA2PRcPeQ15gZV17sL9UDfGE0xkvpwcXQ3ErvzPy47TubSR3-wddF-y_aem_w_RNjd6e5W3LOGZJvYyI6g&amp;h=AUAj5DbVrwHmt97RbnEuJNy3ht0PA-OcW7SlbpSS-BxELGsg9ici5bhK72qhMZ3447K-bwrbrfzNksCuECLAmlxG5qinLUsEnheMQ66hTGjMeBTk3QHebb9SRit9mdrEYB6vnNGpjoQn-eUjudzvYKJz9shJwf8J&amp;__tn__=q&amp;c[0]=AUBHRaZ_V-lm_F4KnGXt1yA35kLAJpIbao-s0P6ju9WxMmaCLj12pTviqoc6ybZAj498avjhyTJG8Zts3CdbxX6fhMAmLwXeAYB1bdSe8SnY8OQWICfjdbErZ70jaWL1djC52EOoaJfSC2ZILQlK03iUvxxKME_9F_Y" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.desertmountains.org/.../star-party-at-the.../</a><a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.desertmountains.org%2Fevent%2Fstar-party-at-the-monument-28%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAcGRvZgFicmlkETFxRXhVVkNmT3FZWGNybE1Rc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHpDrduA2PRcPeQ15gZV17sL9UDfGE0xkvpwcXQ3ErvzPy47TubSR3-wddF-y_aem_w_RNjd6e5W3LOGZJvYyI6g&amp;h=AUAj5DbVrwHmt97RbnEuJNy3ht0PA-OcW7SlbpSS-BxELGsg9ici5bhK72qhMZ3447K-bwrbrfzNksCuECLAmlxG5qinLUsEnheMQ66hTGjMeBTk3QHebb9SRit9mdrEYB6vnNGpjoQn-eUjudzvYKJz9shJwf8J&amp;__tn__=q&amp;c[0]=AUBHRaZ_V-lm_F4KnGXt1yA35kLAJpIbao-s0P6ju9WxMmaCLj12pTviqoc6ybZAj498avjhyTJG8Zts3CdbxX6fhMAmLwXeAYB1bdSe8SnY8OQWICfjdbErZ70jaWL1djC52EOoaJfSC2ZILQlK03iUvxxKME_9F_Y" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>RSVP required.&nbsp; You must register at the link above. Reservations begin 2 weeks prior to the event.

Local Event: Star Party at the Monument

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