Day 317 Vivapalooza Healthy Living Expo 2014 in Barnstable MA
The 5th annual Vivapalooza will be held on Sunday, June 1st from 10-3 at Barnstable High School! Vivapalooza is our free healthy living expo that is fun and informative for all ages.
This year’s wellness themes will focus on the following areas of disease information and prevention: brain health, diabetes, cancer, cardiovascular disease, arthritis and musculoskeletal disorders, and gluten sensitivity. Sample delicious, healthy food from local area restaurants, engage with exhibitors offering a spectrum of health & wellness information, talk with physicians and other speakers, watch a cooking demonstration, participate in basic health screenings, and so much more! Farmer’s market with fresh products available for sale and an exciting Kids Zone with lots of healthy fun for the wee ones. The Viva 5k walk/run will kick off the day!
Viva 5k walk/run
We are pleased to again kick off our annual healthy living expo, Vivapalooza, with the Viva 5k walk/run! This year we have partnered with the Barnstable Recreation Department for a road race that is good for our community on many levels. 100% of the race proceeds will benefit Barnstable Recreation programs through the Adam Prentice Scholarship Fund.
Try a Free Class at Viva!
The following free classes will be offered in the outdoor courtyard (located at the rear of the Performing Arts Center lobby):
10am: Yoga hosted by Love Yoga Fest
11am: Tai Chi demonstration followed by a class hosted by the Cape Cod Guang Ping Yang Tai Chi Club
1:30pm: Yoga hosted by Centerville Yoga and Wellness Center
Healthy Fare Tasting at Viva
One of the highlights of Vivapalooza every year is our Healthy Fare Tasting section, where local restaurants and food companies provide delicious free samples of all-natural, healthy menu items. As nutrition is a key to wellness, it’s a great way to get a taste of what is available locally!
We wish to thank the following folks who are participating this year, and encourage your patronage at
