17th Annual Palm Springs International ShortFest

The City of Palm Springs gets ready for the 17th Annual Palm Springs International ShortFest. This film market and festival is the largest of its kind and is currently the biggest film festival for short films in the United States.

An entire week has been devoted to films, workshops, presentations, events and seminars. This year over three hundred short films from forty different countries around the world will be showcased. All films will be presented at the Camelot Theatre of Palm Springs. Informative workshop, sensational seminars, and so much more will be held at the Renaissance Hotel.

The Palm Springs International ShortFest, presented by the Palm Springs International Film Society, runs June 21st through the 27th. Tickets can be purchased at the Camelot Theatre starting June 14th. For more information or to order tickets online, visit the Palm Spring International Film Society.

Planning Commission to Reject Fashion Plaza Agreement

The Palm Springs Planning Commission is scheduled to meet at 1:30 pm, Wednesday, June 8, 2011, at Palm Springs City Hall, 3200 E. Tahquitz Way.

The Planning Commission is expected to approve a resolution recommending the City Council reject a proposed development agreement between the city and Wessman Development regarding the Desert Fashion Plaza revitalization project.

For information, please contact the City of Palm Springs at (760) 323-8299.

Palm Springs VillageFest

This year marks the 20th anniversary of VillageFest, Palm Springs’ weekly festival along beautiful Palm Canyon Drive. Every week this event attracts hundreds of people to the heart of downtown Palm Springs. Each block offers great street entertainment with over 200 booths set up to showcase beautiful art, unique handcrafted items, and delicious food. Visitors can listen to live music, peruse fresh produce at the farmer’s market, or enjoy the variety of shops, galleries, and restaurants the city has to offer. Many merchants even stay open later to accommodate the crowds of people that flock downtown every week to this fun-filled street fair.

There is truly something for everyone each week at VillageFest. The assortment of activities and entertainment opportunities appeals to both city residents and tourists. Additionally, attendees find the atmosphere of the event to be welcoming to all family members. Children are thrilled to see homemade toys and candy for sale. The family dog is even welcome, and many vendors sell toys, treats, or accessories for man’s best friend.

VillageFest is a year-round event and takes place on Thursday evenings in Palm Springs. It operates from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm during the months of October to May and from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm during the months of June to September. As the sun sets, Palm Canyon Drive becomes car-free. Pedestrians can browse the vendors and enjoy the activities that line the streets from Baristo Road to Amado Road. There is plenty of parking available surrounding the downtown area, and admission to the event is always free.

If you haven’t experienced Village Fest, now is your chance. It is a great way to enjoy the Palm Springs community.