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Use Local Promo Code: LETGOANDFLOAT www.goodvibessoundbath.com www.DesertHealthNews.com September/October 2025 Desert Events The Valley's Leading Resource for Health and Wellness 22 Transformational Retreat Breathe ~ Soak ~ Reflect ~ Float Full Moon, November 5 • 10:30 am - 7:30 pm Azure Palm Hot Springs Resort & Spa Immerse yourself in a one-day self-care journey featuring breathwork with renowned facilitator Susan Dunn, healing mineral springs waters, time and space to reflect and journal, nourishing cuisine and a full moon floating sound bath. Whether you seek deep relaxation or rejuvenation, this immersive experience will leave you feeling restored in mind, body and soul. Extend Your Experience Continue your journey with an overnight stay and save $50 off the retreat package. Accommodations and retreat may be purchased together by calling Azure Palm Hot Springs (760) 251.2000. Space is limited. Reserve your spot today GoodVibesSoundBath.com (760) 238-0245 Sept. 4 • Women Leaders Forum’s Season Opener. Join WLF for an evening of celebration, connection and a sneak peek at this season’s inspirational programming. Classic Club. 5:30-7:30p. Complimentary for current members; guests $57. www.WLFdesert.org. (See p.9) Sept. 5-8 • International Plant-Based Nutrition Healthcare Conference. Medical professionals and health enthusiasts are invited to hear from world-renowned experts and join a community dedicated to revolutionizing health care through food as medicine. JW Marriott Desert Springs. www.pbnhc.com. Sept. 11-12 • Healthy Desert, Healthy You Summit. Desert Healthcare District and Foundation presents the second annual summit focusing on local environmental challenges. Presentations on Thursday, with guided tours showcasing local efforts on Friday. Free and open to all registrants. www.healthydeserthealthyyou.com. Sept. & Oct. • Good Vibes Floating Sound Bath. Let go and float with this immersive experience unlike any other. Sunset and full moon floats at Azure Palm Hot Springs and Tommy Bahama Miramonte. $175. www.GoodVibesSoundBath.com. Oct. 2 • Women Leaders Forum Happy 3 Hours. All are invited to mix and mingle with the WLF community at the Palm Springs Surf Club. 1500 S. Gene Autry Trail. 5-8p. $55. www.WLFdesert.org. Oct. 18 • Big Brothers Big Sister’s Walk & Wellness Festival. A fun walk for the entire family with healthy activities, speakers and local businesses gathering to raise awareness for the importance of community. Main Street, Old Town La Quinta. 8a-1p. www.BBBSDesert.org. (See below). Oct. 29 • Alzheimers Coachella Valley 8th Annual Open House. Come enjoy live music, light fare, tours and information on ACV’s many community services. Free and open to the public. Berger Foundation Charitable Center, 75105 Merle Street, Suite 800, Palm Desert. 5:30-8:30p. www.cvalzheimers.org. (See p.13). Nov. 5 • Good Vibes Transformational Retreat. Immerse yourself in a one-day self-care journey with breathwork, mineral spring waters, reflection and journaling, nourishing cuisine and a full moon floating sound bath. Azure Palm Hot Springs. 10:30a-7:30p. $375. www.GoodVibesSoundBath.com. Nov. 6 • CV Volunteers in Medicine’s VIMY Awards. Guests will enjoy a welcome reception and silent auction, an elegant wine dinner and spectacular live entertainment while honoring distinguished community member Ernesto C. Rosales. “The Show” at Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage. 5p. Tickets $375. www.CVVIM.org. Desert Health® is proud to support these community events. We look forward to seeing you out and about! No demographic has been more affected by the pandemic than today’s children. Social isolation and academic loss, coupled with fear and uncertainty, have all had a lasting effect on the mental wellbeing of this vulnerable group. To stay aligned with the evolving challenges today’s youth face, Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) has expanded its mission. In addition to empowering disadvantaged youth to become independent, self-sufficient and engaged community members, the nonprofit is placing a greater focus on supporting youth mental health and well-being. “Most of the kids enrolled since the pandemic are experiencing some sort of anxiety or depression,” says Executive Director Judy Tobin May, adding that loss of social skills plays a major role. Tools are in place at the national level to support local affiliates, including providing BBBS staff with mental health certifications, but BBBS of the Desert wanted to do more for their families, kids and mentors. “We wanted to do something that brings kids and adults together and embraces them in a strong sense of community,” said Board Member Ben Dampier of Vitara Wellness. “To get them moving and active, and to provide them with local health and wellness resources.” With those goals in mind, BBBS of the Desert’s created its inaugural Fun Walk & Wellness Festival. Taking place October 18, in Old Town La Quinta from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., the event will feature a comfortable walk for all ages; interactive activities like jump rope, hula hoop, and basketball toss; vendor booths offering educational resources and healthy lifestyle options; and a Kids Zone providing crafts, face painting and free books from READ with ME. NBC Palm Springs’ Thalia Hayden will emcee the event with several guest speakers including lifestyle medicine physician Joseph Scherger, MD, MPH. Local fitness professionals will also demonstrate yoga, Pilates and Tai Chi. Proceeds from the event will benefit BBBS’s one-to-one mentoring program which is free of charge to participating youth. Gracious support is provided by event sponsors including Vitara Wellness Clinic & Med Spa, Anthem Air Conditioning & Plumbing, Renova Energy, La Quinta Chevy & Cadillac, Old Town La Quinta, NBC Palm Springs, Village Pup and Desert Health. Big Brothers Big Sisters is committed to not only providing mentorship to Coachella Valley youth but also helping them navigate and overcome the lasting challenges brought on by the pandemic. Individuals, groups, businesses and families are all invited to come support their efforts. We hope to see you there! For more information and to register for the walk, visit www.BBBSDesert.org or call (760) 568.3977. 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