Global Mala NYC--It's Happening

Apologies to readers outside of the city, but I was complaining about New York's meagre showing for Global Mala earlier this week, so I feel the need to amend. Last night I got notice that we're not as lame as it seems.Jivamukti and Integral Yoga Institute have taken on the challenge, and will present NYC Metro Area Global Mala Yoga for Peace Event (a mouthful--and a concert/kirtan) at Baruch College's Mason Hall, Sunday, September 20th, 6 - 10pm.Your $15 donation goes to Animal Mukti, a spay and neuter program established by Sharon Gannon at the New York Humane Society.  (This event is looking for volunteers, hint hint.)

Earlier in the day, Yoga for Peace will host an outdoor mala from noon til 3pm---that's right, 108 sun salutations at Battery Park. You need to pre-register and send in your $20 (see the website).

The evening event is a concert and kirtan featuring some key Jiva figures such as Shyamdas (who appeared in the yoga movie, Enlighten Up!) and Sharon Gannon. Swami Ramananda, president of the Integral Yoga Institute, will speak and so will  Sri Dharma Mittra.All big vegans and vegetarians.So, there you go folks! Global Mala NYC is on.

Russell Simmons Does Sun Salutes

I've heard a lot about Russell Simmons doing yoga. He's often mentioned with the roster of stars who once (and might still) practice at Jivamukti. He's hip hop's biggest yogi.

In a somewhat erratic interview, Lime.com presents Simmons explaining his practice. Watch him demonstrate sun salutations. He's got good form. But does he always practice with his shoes on?

http://www.lime.com/tv/living_well_with_oz_garcia/video/6883/living_well_russell_simmons