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Desert Sun: Scenes from The Plaza Theatre community open house and block party
The Plaza Theatre in Palm Springs opened its doors to the community this afternoon, inviting residents to a festival-style open house that celebrated the landmark venue’s revival. The event drew steady crowds as visitors enjoyed free guided tours, live performances, and appearances by local arts organizations.
Adopt the Arts – November 2025 Newsletter
As we get ready to head into our school and Thanksgiving break, all of us at Adopt the Arts want to pause and share our heartfelt gratitude with the community that makes everything we do possible.
Black Sabbath’s Geezer Butler, Bad Company’s Paul Rodgers to Be Honored by Adopt the Arts Foundation at All-Star Charity Concert
Two legendary rockers, Black Sabbath bassist Geezer Butler and Bad Company frontman Paul Rodgers, will be saluted at the Adopt the Arts foundation’s 2026 Sound and Vision Awards. The event will take place on March 2, 2026, at the historic Plaza Theatre in Palm Springs, California.
Geezer Butler, Paul Rodgers to be Honored at 2026 ‘Adopt The Arts: Sound & Vision Awards’
Adopt the Arts’ Sound & Vision Awards honor Geezer Butler & Paul Rodgers for their talent and impact on music education.
Adopt the Arts – October 2025 Newsletter
Updates from Los Angeles & the Coachella Valley

NBC Palm Springs: Over 100 Coachella Valley Students Experience the Power of Music at ‘Adopt the Arts’ Workshop
Music, movement, and mentorship came together in a big way as more than 100 elementary students gathered at Agua Caliente Elementary School for a special workshop hosted by the Adopt the Arts Foundation.
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