November 21, 2025

Miss Borrego Springs Pageant

The Miss Borrego Springs Pageant was held at the Borrego Springs Performing Arts Center and featured six contestants from Borrego Springs High School. All participants are members of the school’s Interact Club, which is connected to the Rotary Club of Borrego Springs and Rotary District 5340.

Longtime Community Leadership

The program has been organized for more than 30 years by Sylvia Meeks, a member of the Rotary Club of Borrego Springs and a key figure in coordinating the event year after year. Her ongoing involvement has helped maintain continuity, mentorship, and community participation.

The master of ceremonies for the evening was longtime community member and friend, Jee.

Pageant Program

The pageant includes interviews, on-stage questions, and opportunities for contestants to speak about service, leadership, and their role in the community. Judges evaluate communication, confidence, poise, and community engagement.

2025 Titleholder

Kayla was selected as Miss Borrego Springs 2025. Previous titleholder Melanie, who served as Miss Borrego Springs Princess, was also present at the event.

Community Service After the Pageant

A longstanding tradition of the program is that the Miss Borrego Springs titleholder and the court assist at local community events throughout the year. Their involvement includes volunteering at service activities, representing Borrego Springs at public gatherings, and supporting Rotary-related programs.

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Darden Live in Borrego Springs

November 21, 2025

Experience Darden live in Borrego Springs. Five siblings blend harmonies, heartfelt storytelling, and Alternative Americana on Friday, November 28 at 7 PM at BSPAC. Darden brings a rare blend of harmony, musicianship, and family chemistry to the stage, and they’re heading to the Borrego Springs Performing Arts Center for one unforgettable evening. In this blog, you’ll learn who Darden is, how their sound developed, and what makes their performance a standout event for the community. About Darden Based in Orange County, California, Darden is made up of five siblings—Clarah, Havilah, Tabbi, Josiah, and Noah. Over the years, they’ve built a distinctive sound known as Alternative Americana, rooted in tight vocal harmonies, acoustic depth, and thoughtful arrangements. Their early days were spent performing as a family band in churches across the United States before expanding to larger audiences, including a successful tour in Germany in 2022. A Sound Shaped by Influences Each sibling brings a different musical strength, creating a blend of guitar, bass, mandolin, keys, and warm vocal layers. With inspirations from iconic groups like The Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, and The Beatles, Darden delivers a style that feels both timeless and fresh. Their music carries the storytelling of Americana with the polish of modern indie folk. When and Where Friday, November 28 at 7 PM at the Borrego Springs Performing Arts Center. 590 Palm Canyon Drive, Borrego Springs Get Your Tickets Tickets are available now at BSPAC.org. Secure your seats and enjoy an evening of exceptional live music in Borrego Springs.