Big SMILE Foundation Celebrates World Smile Day

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. - Oct. 6, 2024 - PRLog -- Contact:
Traci Goldstine
Big Smile Foundation
Phone: (323) 841-6558
Email: info@bsmilefoundation.com

Big Smile Foundation Celebrates World Smile Day with "Garden of Smiles: Growing Healthy and Happy" at Boys & Girls Club of Palm Springs

Palm Springs, CA – October 4, 2024 – The Big Smile Foundation proudly hosted the "Garden of Smiles: Growing Healthy and Happy" event at the Boys & Girls Club of Palm Springs on October 4, in celebration of World Smile Day. This engaging and inclusive event welcomed participants of all ages for a day dedicated to health, happiness, and community connection.

The "Garden of Smiles" event featured three interactive smile stations focused on mindfulness, sustainable gardening, and healthy eating, each designed to inspire joy and well-being.

Mindfulness Station:
Participants enjoyed a calming experience led by Yazmin from Urban Yoga Center, featuring breath work, child-friendly yoga, and a soothing sound bath. This station encouraged relaxation and mindfulness, encouraging a spirit of connection and well-being.

Sustainable Gardening Station:
Led by the University of California, Riverside Master Gardener Program, middle and high school students learned about sustainable practices, specifically focusing on growing cabbage from farm to table. Elementary-aged kids were excited to plant and nurture sunflowers, while all participants received education on how to create their own gardens, regardless of space limitations.

Healthy Eating Station:
In the healthy eating station, children rolled up their sleeves to make their own nutritious fruit popsicles using fresh fruit, yogurt, and honey. This hands-on cooking class not only taught kids about healthy eating but also equipped them with practical life skills for creating simple, nutritious snacks.

To wrap up the day, every participant received gift bags filled with delightful surprises, embodying the spirit of joy and generosity that World Smile Day promotes.

"The Garden of Smiles event was a wonderful celebration of health, happiness, and community spirit," said Traci Goldstine, Founder of the Big Smile Foundation. "We are immensely grateful to the Boys & Girls Club of Palm Springs and all our partners who came together to create smiles and lasting memories. Teamwork really makes the dream work."

For more information about the Big Smile Foundation and upcoming events, please visit http://www.bsmilefoundation.com/.

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About Big Smile Foundation
At Big Smile, we are on a mission to facilitate super meaningful and impactful life experiences for people from all walks of life. We are dedicated to breaking down barriers, fostering genuine connections, and promoting personal growth. Our commitment ensures that everyone, regardless of their circumstances, can lead a life that radiates joy, meaning, and lasting memories—making the world a better place, one smile at a time.

Photo Credit: Curtis J. Moore