World Laughter Day 2010 Amuses Staunton

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STAUNTON, VA (04/26/2010)(readMedia)-- What is World Laughter Day?

World Laughter Day grew out of the practice known as Laughter Yoga, a practice developed by an Indian physician, Dr. Madan Kitaria. The idea behind World Laughter Day is for people around the globe to gather together the first Sunday in May and unite in peace through laughter. For the past two years, Shanti Yoga and Staunton Recreation & Parks have been pleased to co-sponsor this event and plan to have the 3rd World Laughter Day celebration on May 2, 2010 from 1 p.m. - 6 p.m. in Gypsy Hill Park. Laughter Yoga... This is not your typical yoga - No physical poses required.

Grebo the Magician will be on hand entertaining children with his strolling magic act. The Recreation Department will get kids moving with their "Rec Your Life" equipment. Suzie Oberg will make paper flowers with children. Children and Adults can learn how to improve your physical and emotional health while lowering the stress levels in your life. The practice of Laughter Yoga is good for any age group, physical condition, and can be utilized in all areas of life, personal or professional. This practice helps you to reconnect with the child within you and teaches you how to turn everyday stressors into opportunities to laugh.

World Laughter Day 2010 Schedule

1-1:05 Welcome

1-1:30 Native American Flute and drums with Lou Boden

1:30-2 Thunder Valley Cloggers

2:05-2:30 African-American Storyteller Arthur Thomas

2:30-3:00 Acoustic music with Carmen Allen

3:05-3:25 Fire Hooping with Lindsey Kilbourn

3:30-3:55 Juggling with Randy Mayo and friends

4-5 DanceJam (NiaBellyZumboga) with Linda, Carmel, Casey, and Kristine

5-5:45 Cutch Tuttle & Hound Dog Hill

5:45-6 Closing/Laughter

Besides bringing an open mind, you should come hungry as both Ubon Thai Victorian as well as Shenandoah Pizza will be on hand selling their incredible fare.

VENDORS it is not too late....

We are asking for anyone who offers services of a holistic nature, as well as local talent who are able to donate their talents, to participate. Previous participants include storytellers, musicians, cloggers, African drumming/dancing and other entertainers, in addition to massage therapists, reiki practitioners, and others from the healing arts/holistic health community. If you would like to be a part of this family-oriented, fun-filled afternoon, please contact Linda Revis at (540)255-8356 or healer54@hotmail.com