The History of the Palm Springs International Film Festival
Palm Springs Life Magazine published a wonderful feature on the history of the Palm Springs International Film Festival. From its founding by Mayor Sonny Bono …
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Harold Matzner and the McCallum Theater celebrate the return of its gala
On December 1st, the McCallum Theater held its annual fundraising gala- the first in three years! The gala featured performances by Matteo Bocelli, Pia Toscano …
LGBTQ Community Center of the Desert’s Center Stage 2022
On October 21st, The LGBTQ Community Center of the Desert (The Center) welcomed over 500 guests at their annual fundraiser, Center Stage 2022. Rob Wheeler, …
Honoring our Veterans at the Matzner Tank Pavilion
This Veteran’s Day, Harold wants to honor all those who have served to protect our great country. Our brave veterans are one of the many …
Last chance for Tickets to Michael Childers Presents One Night Only, “New York, New York” on November 9th, 2022
Well if this video doesn’t get you excited to come to the McCallum on November 9th, we don’tknow what will! Michael Childers, director Scott Coulter, …
Palm Springs Life Names Spencer’s Best of the Best Outdoor Dining 2022
We are so honored to see Spencer’s named on Palm Springs Life’s list of Best of the Best Outdoor Dining Spaces! Readers voted on their …
Worth a Read: 50 Moments That Shaped Greater Palm Springs
Palm Springs Life Magazine published a wonderful article this month: “50 Moments That Shaped Greater Palm Springs.” As the list travels through history, you can …
Join us for this year’s “One Night Only” – “New York, New York” at the McCallum
Harold and the McCallum Board along with Michael Childers invite you to this year’s “One Night Only.” We are celebrating the 16th year in the …
Spencer’s Named One of the 22 Best Palm Springs Restaurants by U.S. News and World Report
A toast from Spencer’s and Harold Matzner! 🍸 U.S. News and World Report has named their picks for the top 22 restaurants in Palm Springs …
Palm Springs International Film Awards Gala Tables, Seats & Passes Are Now on Sale
After two years off due to Covid, the Palm Springs International Film Festival Awards Gala is back and tables, seats, and passes are all on …
“Harold Matzner: The Brilliant Enigma” from Palm Springs Life Magazine
Part 2 of Palm Springs Life Magazine’s profile of Harold Matzner focuses on the Palm Springs International Film Festival. With quotes from colleagues, fellow board …
Harold Matzner: An Oral History
If you’ve ever wondered about Harold’s childhood, what his home life is like (hint: dog-filled), or how amazingly busy his schedule is, this article Palm …
Spencer’s Restaurant Named One of the 100 Best Outdoor Dining Restaurants in the Country by OpenTable.
Online reservations site OpenTable has named 100 U.S. restaurants that take the cake for outdoor dining- and we’re honored that Spencer’s made the list! Everyone …
Happy Birthday Harold!
Happy Birthday, Harold! (Yes, he really was born on the 4th of July.) As we celebrate 85 wonderful years, it’s time to revisit (and laugh …
See the Best of ShortFest 2022!
Want a sneak peek of the short films that are being submitted to the Oscars? Then watch our Palm Springs International ShortFest winners! At Closing …