Shakti Fest 2016

Shakti Fest returns for its sixth year May 13-15 at the Joshua Tree Desert Retreat Center. Organized by the producers of Bhakti Fest, this springtime festival celebrates the divine feminine spirit, described in Hindu philosophy as the ‘dynamic force which moves the universe.’ The festival features celebrated yoga teachers, musical performances, wisdom workshops, and a… Read more »

La Quinta is Alive with Events!

March and April are the perfect months to be outdoors and enjoy our beautiful desert weather. The City of La Quinta welcomes you with hiking, biking, swimming and some of the best events in the valley! La Quinta Arts Festival • March 3-6 The 34th Annual La Quinta Arts Festival returns to the visually stunning… Read more »

Wheat Belly Author to Speak at Wellness Awards

Those attending the second annual Desert Health® Wellness Awards on May 18 will get a special treat with internationally acclaimed cardiologist, author and health crusader William Davis, MD, as the guest speaker. Davis will share his journey to uncover the truth and why so many have overcome diabetes, joint discomfort, skin conditions, obesity, acid reflux… Read more »

Empire Polo Club Hosts Youth Tournament

Empire Polo Club will host its first annual youth polo tournament, dubbed “Polochella,” on Saturday, February 13 and Sunday, February 14 at 10am.  This free event is open to the public and features a variety of activities for families of all ages including the two-day tournament; instruction for youth on playing polo; decorative horse painting… Read more »

21st Annual Jim Cook Day of Hope for Diabetes®

On Saturday, February 27, the public is invited to attend Jim Cook Day of Hope for Diabetes®–an annual free event, sponsored by the Desert Diabetes Club. The event, which includes a product fair showcasing the latest technology and treatments for persons with diabetes, will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Annenberg… Read more »

8th Annual Desert Woman’s Show Returns

8th annual Desert Woman’s Show sponsored by Desert Regional Medical Center, Clark’s Nutrition and Mercedes-Benz of Palm Springs takes place Saturday and Sunday, January 16 & 17 at Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa.  The dynamic event will feature colorful desert fashions and accessories, nutrition and medical experts, personal development and a delicious assortment of tasty… Read more »

Canada/Snowbird Fest Returns

Canadian and U.S. snowbirds, international tourists and locals will come together to celebrate our desert lifestyle at the fourth annual Canada/Snowbird Fest produced by Bette King Productions. The two-day event will be held at the Agua Caliente Resort Casino and Spa in Rancho Mirage on Saturday, February 27, from 9am-5pm, and Sunday, February 28, from… Read more »

Join Us at the Health & Fitness Festival!

Desert Health® is proud to sponsor the first annual Palm Springs International Health & Fitness Festival taking place November 13 – 15 and produced by Marlo Productions. This interactive event offers festival-goers the opportunity to take part in a variety of fitness classes, learn from medical experts, enjoy informative lectures, and so much more.  Here… Read more »

Shining the Spotlight on Community Leaders

For more than two decades, “the Steve Chase” has been the annual gathering of the Coachella Valley’s most committed philanthropists who come together to honor those helping to create a healthier world for us all. The gala benefits Desert AIDS Project, in honor of the internationally-famous interior designer Steve Chase, who was a devoted donor/volunteer/board… Read more »

Tour Our Valley’s Healing Water Hideaways

Desert Health® is proud to sponsor the 7th annual Healing Waters Spa Tour, offering a glimpse into the spa hideaways situated high above the Palm Springs area.  The naturally hot mineral waters beneath Desert Hot Springs, ranking among the best in the world, boast heated therapeutic water pools and relaxing spa treatments that soothe and… Read more »

2016 Eisenhower Wellness Matters Speaker Series

Eisenhower Wellness Institute understands that wellness matters to all Coachella Valley residents which is why it is bringing back the Wellness Matters Speaker Series for a third consecutive year. Co-sponsored by Desert Health®, the Wellness Matters Speaker Series will feature experts on a range of topics related to wellness. The series strives to bring speakers… Read more »

WLF Announces 2016 Women Who Rule!

The Women Leaders Forum (WLF) of the Coachella Valley proudly announces the honorees for its 4th Annual “Women Who Rule” Fundraiser presented by Desert Regional Medical Center. Five deserving women will be honored for their extraordinary community leadership, public service, commitment to education and visionary entrepreneurship on Friday, January 29 at the Agua Caliente Resort… Read more »

Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes

This year more than 1,000 Coachella Valley residents will take part in the Stop Diabetes® movement by participating in the American Diabetes Association’s signature event, Step Out: Walk to Stop Diabetes taking place Saturday, November 7 at La Quinta Resort & Club. Every dollar raised through Step Out plays an important role in supporting the… Read more »

Come Paint El Paseo Pink!

It’s time to gather a team of family, friends and co-workers, don pink attire, and help raise funds for those in need of breast cancer screening, diagnosis and treatment.  Join the Desert Cancer Foundation’s 9th Annual Paint El Paseo Pink Charitable Walk Saturday, October 10.  This impactful event brings the Coachella Valley together to support… Read more »

Rally the Troops for Nine Weekly Walks

For the fourth consecutive year, the United Way of the Desert will host Nine Weekly Walks across nine cities in the Coachella Valley. The free community 5k walks take place each Saturday morning for 9 weeks at 7am now through October 17 and culminate with the Palm Springs Aerial Tram Road Challenge 6k on October… Read more »

Celebrating the First Annual Desert Health® Wellness Awards

1) The Palm Springs High School string quartet welcomed guests. 2) Guests enjoyed a beautiful dinner on the veranda. 3) Guest speaker Steven Gundry, MD, received an honorary award for his work in integrative medicine. 4) Guests enjoyed sautéed spaghetti squash and ratatouille at one of five dining stations. 5) Executive committee members Donna Sturgeon,… Read more »

A Day in the Sun at Poses for the People

What could be better than a day of yoga under the sun to live music followed by a healthy picnic lunch? Palm Desert’s Civic Center Park will come alive Sunday, March 29, with a yogic fundraiser benefiting Coachella Valley’s Volunteers in Medicine (CVVIM), the valley’s only free medical clinic. Presented by Eisenhower Wellness Institute, Poses… Read more »

Join Us for the First Annual Desert Health® Wellness Awards

We invite you to join us for a festive evening of good food, friends, and organic libations as we celebrate the over fifty nominees – and the ultimate winners – of the first annual Desert Health® Wellness Awards. The evening will include dining stations offering an array of power proteins, vegetarian delights, and Mediterranean delicacies.… Read more »

20th Annual Day of Education

Jim Cook Day of Hope for Diabetes® returns to the Annenberg Center for Health Sciences at Eisenhower on Saturday, March 28, and everyone is encouraged to attend. This free, educational event is presented by the H.N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation and produced by the Desert Diabetes Club. This year’s celebrity keynote speaker is Tony… Read more »