Circle of Art 2025

In Memory of Kevin Key: An Interview with a Photographer Who Saw Beauty in Forgotten Places Kevin Key has recently passed away. We were grateful to interview him and preserve some of his thoughts, stories, and advice here. This conversation offers a look at the way he saw the Salton Sea, Borrego Springs, and the creative life he built through photography. Who Was Kevin Key? Kevin Key was a full-time real estate and fine art photographer with a special focus on the Salton Sea and abandoned buildings. He began his career as a software developer, then transitioned to photography full-time in 2017 after his work caught the attention of Airbnb. His creative path was shaped by his interest in decaying places, dramatic landscapes, and night photography. While real estate photography became his primary income source, he also spent years documenting desert scenes, abandoned structures, and the haunting beauty of places many people overlook. His work stood out not just for its technical skill, but for the curiosity behind it. Kevin had a way of drawing attention to places that carried history, mystery, and change.

More than 400 people served through a coordinated community effort at the CRC

Soroptimist awarded Marina Lopez $1,500 to help grow her baking business.

HEATWAVE arrives May 1 at The Gallery at The Palms

Sexually Violent Predator Hearing – Borrego Springs

BSCCA Brings Music to Community and Students The Marcia Forman Band performed a free community concert on Sunday, April 12, at the Borrego Springs Library, followed by an interactive concert for local students on Monday morning. The Sunday performance provided open access to live music for the community, while the Monday program brought musicians directly into a school setting, where students experienced a more hands-on and educational presentation. Student concerts are a core part of what the Borrego Springs Community Concert Association (BSCCA) provides each season. In addition to public performances, the organization coordinates programs that introduce students to live music, instruments, and different styles in a structured environment. Founded in 1975, BSCCA is an all-volunteer nonprofit that produces concerts for the community while also supporting music education for local youth. The elementary school concert reflected that mission in action, connecting Borrego Springs students with professional musicians and live performance. Elizabeth Renner and Jinny Perrin, both retired music teachers and BSCCA board members, help guide the student programs by bringing hands-on music education and experience directly to local students. The weekend highlighted both sides of BSCCA’s work: expanding access to live music locally and creating meaningful exposure to the arts for the next generation.

A 1943 classic Western exploring justice, morality, and mob rule in a powerful story of law and consequence

2025 scholarship recipients

Donate Blood, April 30 A community blood drive is scheduled at Borrego Springs High School on Thursday, April 30, 2026. Hosted in partnership with the San Diego Blood Bank, the event offers residents an opportunity to donate locally and support regional medical needs. Donors will receive a limited-edition Disney Goofy T-shirt while supplies last. Event Details Date: Thursday, April 30, 2026 Time: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM Location: High School Gym Parking Lot Cahuilla Road Borrego Springs, CA 92004 Appointments are encouraged, though walk-ins are accepted. Donors should bring a photo ID, be at least 17 years old, weigh a minimum of 110 pounds, and arrive hydrated. How to Participate Appointments can be scheduled online at sandiegobloodbank.org/donate or by calling (619) 400-8251. A QR code is also available on event materials for quick access. Blood donations collected at local drives support hospitals across the region, making community participation an important part of maintaining a stable blood supply.