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Laughter Yoga: Laughing for Health and Joy

Submitted by dbreathwit on Wed, 03/23/2016 - 15:06
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Manager Input
Manager's Decision: 
Approved
Is staff available for coverage?: 
Yes
Library budget available for this amount and for this target audience?: 
Yes
Program Identification
Location: 
Southern Oaks Library
Date: 
Thursday, June 2, 2016
Program Time: 
Start Time (hour)Start Time (minutes)Setup TimeEnd Time (hour)End Time (minutes)Take-Down Time
13045 minutes23045 minutes
Program Details

Blurb

Would you like to use a description from the Blurb Bank?: 
No, I'll create my own blurb.
Program Description: 
Experience the stress-releasing and joy boosting power of laughter and learn how to stay in high spirits when life presents challenges. It can transform your own life and help others with levity and joy. You will enjoy laughter exercises, deep breathing, simple stretching meditation and deep relaxation. Laughter Yoga improves health, increases happiness, hopefulness, stimulates heartfelt connections and increases body/brain harmony. Join our Laughter Challenge - 5 Weeks to Change your Life! The first session begins Thursday, June 2nd, 2016.
Primary Age Group: 
Adult
Additional Age Groups: 
Senior (ages 55+)
Primary Event Type: 
Health & Wellness
Additional Event Types: 
Health & Wellness

Presenter

Will your program have a presenter?: 
Yes
Does the presenter have the proper credentials, training & positive references?: 
Yes
Presenter Type: 
Performer in the Performing Artist Index

Mercer, Ellen

Affidavit Expiration: 
Thursday, November 5, 2015
Status: 
Active
Address: 
3627 NW 20th Street
Oklahoma City  Oklahoma  73107
United States
Phone: 
405-947-2653
405-818-7997
Artist Focus: 
Laughter Yoga
Work Description: 

Workshop is best at 10 minimum, any maximum.

What is Laughter Yoga? Laughter Yoga is a unique exercise routine developed by Indian physician Dr. Madan Kataria. It combines laughter exercises with yoga breathing which brings more oxygen to the body and brain making one feel more energetic and healthy.

Anyone can laugh without relying on humor, jokes and comedy.

Affidavit: 
Yes
Background Check: 
Yes
W-9 on File: 
Yes
Program Justification
Is a program the best way to meet the expressed need or present information?: 
Yes
Does the program fit the goals of the MLS?: 
Yes
How & why does this program meet the goals of the MLS?: 
Connect library members to health and wellness and life long learning.
Which Strategic Plan Response/Goals does this program meet?: 
Ensure a Welcoming Experience: Visitors are welcomed into an atmosphere of hospitality, exemplary service, and friendly interaction.
Why will this program be successful?: 
Promote health, wellness, library materials and services.
How will success be measured/determined?: 
Customer feedback through participation.
Program Engagement

Marketing

Is sufficient time available to have a Info Magazine Listing?: 
Yes
Is sufficient time available to request MaC materials and display them for at least 2 weeks (45 days)?: 
Yes

Community Engagement

How will you promote this event to the community?: 
Create an in-Library Book Display or Exhibit
Share event in a community calendar, newsletter, or newspaper
Submit for sharing on Library System's Social Media sites
Up-sell the event with customers (verbally or with printed Marketing pieces)
Visit a community organization to promote
Other
If you selected, "Other" please explain: 
Invite members of our local senior center.
What library resources and services will you connect to this program?: 

Book display & health databases.

Are volunteers needed?: 
No

Supplies

Are supplies needed?: 
Yes, will be using supplies on hand.
Final Comments: 
The program will encourage health and wellness for individuals of all capabilities. Encouraging library members to connect to the library as a wellness destination.
Are you ready for your supervisor to evaluate this program?: 
Yes
Program Evaluation
Are you ready to evaluate your program?: 
No
Move Forward?: 
Yes, I'm ready to move on.
Move Forward?: 
Yes, I'm ready to move on.
Move Forward?: 
Yes, I'm ready to move on.
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