Women Who Rule Awards and Scholarship Luncheon

When: May 9, 2025 • 11:00am-2:00pm

Where: Aqua Caliente Resort & Spa, Rancho Mirage

Tickets: $140-$175. www.WLFDesert.org

Join Women Leaders Forum in honoring extraordinary leaders while awarding collegiate scholarships to their Young Women Leaders. This year’s esteemed honorees include: Jenell VanDenBos, recipient of the Mary T. Roche Community Leadership Award, in recognition of her unwavering commitment to mentorship and community service; Kim Garcia, RN, Sabrina Carrillo, RN, BSN, Jacquelyn Sanchez, RN, and Cheryl Malone, RN, BSN, TCRN, CPST who will receive the WLF Inspiration Award for their courage and compassionate leadership in the health care field, and Dick Shalhoub, honored with the WLF Superman Award for his extraordinary philanthropic contributions. Read more here.

Blue Zones Project Palm Springs Kickoff Event

When: May 15, 2025 • 5:30-7:30pm

Where: The Festival Theaters Palm Springs

Tickets and information: Free (space is limited); Register here

All are invited to attend to hear about the community-crafted blueprint that will drive the Palm Springs Project over the next three years. Enjoy a reception with wine and light bites and meet the local Palm Springs team and national leaders from the Blue Zones Project. It’s a chance to be part of the movement shaping a brighter future for the city’s well-being. Read more here.

Good Vibes Floating Sunset Sound Bath

When: June 2, 2025 • 8:00-10:00pm

Where: Tommy Bahama Miramonte, Indian Wells

Tickets and information: Tickets $175; www.goodvibessoundbath.com

Let go and float with healing sounds, scents and candlelight for the ultimate in relaxation. Experience this internet sensation started in the Coachella Valley with over 350 million Instagram views attracting guests from across the globe. Read more here!

Women Leaders Forum’s Happy “2” Hours

When: June 5, 2025 • 5:30-7:30p

Where: TBD

Tickets and information: $10 for members and guests; www.WLFDesert.org

Mix and mingle with entrepreneurs, executives, volunteers and women making their mark in our valley. Summer happy hours are a perfect chance to get to know members and the organization!

Good Vibes Floating Sound Bath

When: June 11, 2025 • 8:00-10:00p

Where: Azure Palm Hot Springs Resort & Spa

Tickets and information: Tickets $175; www.goodvibessoundbath.com

June’s special Full Moon Float at Azure Palm Hot Springs Resort in Desert Hot Springs is an experience unlike any other. Come early to soak in the healing mineral spring waters before boarding your vessel to… let go and float! Read more here.

Finding the Power Within Retreat

When: June 13–June 15

Where: Joshua Tree and Palm Springs

Tickets: $590 (plus optional hotel) www.TakotaAlchemy.com

An empowering three-day, two-night retreat offering engaging activities aimed at reconnecting with your inner strength. Includes transformational breathwork, sound bath, kundalini yoga, spa time at SecHe, activities and dinner guided and prepared by a Cherokee Elder, and more. Hosted by Energy Practitioner Cindy Douglas.

Good Vibes Floating Sound Bath

When: June 15, 2025 • 8:00-10:00p

Where: Azure Palm Hot Springs Resort & Spa

Tickets and information: Tickets $175; www.goodvibessoundbath.com

Come enjoy this special Father’s Day Float open to all. This immersive experience at Azure Palm Hot Springs Resort in Desert Hot Springs is unlike any other. Make a day of it and come early to soak in the healing mineral spring waters before boarding your vessel to…let go and float! Read more here.

2025 International Plant-Based Nutrition Healthcare Conference

When: September 5–September 8

Where: JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa, Palm Desert

Tickets and information: Sponsorship: [email protected]; agenda and tickets: www.pbnhc.com.

Register today for the nation’s premier CME-accredited medical education conference focused on the scientific research conveying the efficacy of whole food, plant-based nutrition. Hear from world-renowned experts, discover the latest research on preventing and reversing chronic disease, and join a community dedicated to revolutionizing health care through food as medicine. Read more here!