2008 Humor Conference

The HUMOR Project was delighted to sponsor our 52nd international conference on "The Positive Power of Humor and Creativity" on June 20-22, 2008 at Silver Bay Conference Center on Lake George, New York.

Here is a quick hop, skip, jump, and walk down mirthful Memory Lane. Thanks mucho to Al Clemens who attended the conference from Alaska for these fun photos!

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Intro.jpg 2008-09-01

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Joel & margie.jpg 2008-09-01

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Banners.jpg 2008-06-20

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Banners_1.jpg 2008-06-20

Brett Leake.jpg
Brett Leake.jpg 2008-06-21

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Brett Leake_1.jpg 2008-06-21

National Humor Treasure Award.jpg
National Humor Treasure Award.jpg 2008-06-21

Baseball Award.jpg
Baseball Award.jpg 2008-06-21

Bill Mantinband Registering.jpg
Bill Matinband Registering.jpg 2008-06-21

Bookstore Browsing.jpg
Bookstore Browsing.jpg 2008-06-21

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Bookstore Browsers.jpg 2008-06-21

Bookstore Smiles.jpg
Bookstore Smiles.jpg 2008-06-21

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Bookstore Browsing_1.jpg 2008-06-21

Cafeteria Staff.jpg
Cafeteria Staff.jpg 2008-06-20

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Cell phone.jpg 2008-09-01

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Conference Crowd.jpg 2008-06-20

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Conference relaxing_1.jpg 2008-06-20

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Conference relaxing_2.jpg 2008-06-20

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Conference Relaxing .jpg 2008-06-21

Conference relaxing.jpg
Conference relaxing.jpg 2008-06-21

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Saturday Night Square Dance

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Conference relaxing_3.jpg 2008-06-20

Maine Hysterical Society.jpg
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IMG_3627.jpg 2008-06-20

John McPherson Book Signing.jpg
John McPherson Book Signing.jpg 2008-06-20

Joel Goodman Lucie Arnaz LOL Award.jpg
Joel Goodman Lucy Arnaz LOL Award.jpg 2008-06-20

John McPherson Lucie Arnaz.jpg
John McPherson Lucy Arnaz.jpg 2008-06-20

Jim Snack Presentation.jpg
Jim Snack Presentation.jpg 2008-06-21

Legacy Of Laughter Panel Leslie Gibson.jpg
Legacy Of Laughter Panel Leslie Gibson.jpg 2008-06-20

Leslie Gibson Lucie Arnaz.jpg
Leslie Gibson Lucie Arnaz.jpg 2008-06-21

Legacy of Laughter Panel.jpg
Laughter Of Legacy Panel Terri Paulsen.jpg 2008-06-21

Legacy of Laughter Panel Terri Paulsen_1.jpg
Laughter Of Legacy Panel Terri Paulsen_1.jpg 2008-06-21

Lucie Arnaz Book Signing.jpg
Lucie Arnaz Book Signing.jpg 2008-06-20

Lenn Millbower Ice Cream Mustache.jpg
Lynn Millbower.jpg 2008-06-20

LOL Panel.jpg
LOL Panel.jpg 2008-06-21

Margie and Tamlyn sisters.jpg
Margie and Tamlyn sisters.jpg 2008-06-21

Maine Hysterical Society_1.jpg
Maine Hysterical Society_1.jpg 2008-06-20

Leslie Gibson Brett Leake and Friends.jpg
Leslie Gibson Brett leake.jpg 2008-06-21

Margie, Marcia & Mary.jpg
Margie, Marcia & Mary.jpg 2008-06-20

Pauslen Family Award Monty Paulsen.jpg
Pauslen Family Award Monty Paulsen.jpg 2008-06-21

Randy Judkins Session .jpg
Randy Judkins Session .jpg 2008-06-20

Randy Judkins Session.jpg
Randy Judkins Session.jpg 2008-06-20

Pat Paulsen family.jpg
Pat Paulsen family.jpg 2008-06-21

Margie.jpg
Margie.jpg 2008-06-21

Sister Anne Book Signing.jpg
Sister Anne Book Signing.jpg 2008-06-20

Sister Anne Steve Yarnall.jpg
Sister Anne Steve Yarnall.jpg 2008-06-20

Six in Sixty Presenters.jpg
Six in Sixty Presenters.jpg 2008-06-21

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Six in Sixty Presenters_1.jpg 2008-06-21

Square dancing.jpg
Square dancing.jpg 2008-06-21

Stan Burdick.jpg
Stan Burdick.jpg 2008-06-21

Registration Volunteers.jpg
Registration Volunteers.jpg 2008-06-21

Pat Paulsen Signs.jpg
Signs.jpg 2008-06-22

Volunteer Helpers.jpg
Volunteer Helpers.jpg 2008-06-20

Table Networking.jpg
Table Networking.jpg 2008-06-20

Table Networking_1.jpg
Table Networking_1.jpg 2008-06-20

Volunteers Bookstore.jpg
Volunteers Bookstore.jpg 2008-06-21

Leslie Gibson Session.jpg
Leslie Gibson Session.jpg 2008-06-21

Victor Borge.jpg
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3Lucie Arnaz Introduces LOL Panel.jpg
3Lucie Arnaz Introduces LOL Panel.jpg 2008-06-20

4Legacy Of Laughter Panel with Banner.jpg
4Legacy Of Laughter Panel with Banner.jpg 2008-06-20

5Laughter Of Legacy Panel Lucie, Sister Anne, Leslie.jpg
5Laughter Of Legacy Panel Lucie, Sister Anne, Leslie.jpg 2008-06-21

6Joel Goodman & Terri Paulsen with Lucie.jpg
6Joel Goodman & Terri Paulsen with Lucie.jpg 2008-06-21

8Joel Goodman Lucie Arnaz Laughtime Achievement Award.jpg
8Joel Goodman Lucie Arnaz Laughtime Achievement Award.jpg 2008-06-20

9Joel Goodman Lucie Arnaz Dozen Red Noses.jpg
9Joel Goodman Lucie Arnaz Roses Award.jpg 2008-06-20

12Lucie Arnaz Photo Op with Jackie Amerson .jpg
12Lucie Arnaz Photo Op with Jackie Amerson .jpg 2008-06-20

14Victor Borge banner.jpg
14Victor Borge banner.jpg 2007-06-22

15Conference Bookstore.jpg
15Conference Bookstore.jpg 2008-06-21

16Pat Paulsen Sign.jpg
16Pat Paulsen Sign.jpg 2008-06-22

17Monty Pauslen Accepts Award.jpg
17Monty Pauslen Accepts Award.jpg 2008-06-21

19Pat Paulsen for President Supporters.jpg
19Pat Paulsen for President Supporters.jpg 2008-06-21

20Ed Hearn World Champion of Public Speaking.jpg
20Ed Hearn World Champion of Public Speaking.jpg 2008-06-21

21Maine Hysterical Society.jpg
21Maine Hysterical Society.jpg 2008-06-21

22Humor Speakers 2008 .jpg
22Humor Speakers 2008 .jpg 2008-06-21

24Joel Goodman.jpg
24Joel Goodman.jpg 2008-06-21

Applause and Jestimonials for 2008 Conference

We are basking in the afterglow of all of the positive feedback that we received from our June 20-22 international conference on "The Positive Power of Humor and Creativity." Here is a taste to "wit" your appetite:

It was the best conference I've ever attended (and I've gone to MANY!). Great site, well-organized, perfect! (Dar Stone, Henderson, Nevada)
The conference was extremely well thought-out and executed. What a terrific time we had! (Ethel Thomas, Moriches, New York)
The most enjoyable part of the conference was the interaction with the conference attendees as well as the presenters in such a vibrant, beautiful, serene, comfortable location. (Lou Danner, Oxnard, California)
This is my fifth time at The HUMOR Project conference. I feel as if I've come back home. I love this conference! (Carol Holton, Toledo, Ohio)
I appreciate all the hard work, time, intelligence, and enthusiasm Margie and Joel have put into The HUMOR Project-- the earth needs you. (Eric Ruby, Taunton, Massachusetts)
I need to boost my skills. This is my fourth conference and each year brings new treasures for my life. Attending the humor conference keeps on giving and giving. A must for all who live on our planet... or elsewhere. It's jest a 48-hour hoot! (Nancy Moskowitz, New York, New York)
I loved seeing my mother enjoy this conference as a first-time attendee at age 91. The workshops and keynote events were excellent! I am always amazed at the high level of speakers and presenters each time I attend. It's a very much-needed "shot in the arm." (Sue Pearlman, Morris Plains, New Jersey)
What a stimulating, rejuvenating experience which enabled me to reflect, play, and heal with a community of caring, giving people. This conference renews hope and trust. (Lora Stern, RN, Annapolis, Maryland)
The most useful part of the conference was laughing, laughing, laughing! Each session gave me gems to use in my personal life. I laughed 'til I cried at the keynotes-- all of them! I was especially touched by Lucie Arnaz-- she sparkled and so did everyone else! (Sharon Alley, Loudonville, New York)
This is an INCREDIBLY well-run conference. I am so inspired with how much you fit in while maintaining a relaxed atmosphere. This conference was just what the doctor ordered at the end of my school year! (Alice Leeds, Bristol, Vermont)
Goodness! I had the time to laugh, relax, and learn more here than other workshops ever! (Anne Marie Snell, Potsdam, New York)
This conference is the best attitude-builder and the most personal-and-professional-growth-producing conference one can attend! (Kathie Allen, Grand Rapids, Minnesota)
You've done such a great job. Thanks for a super weekend!! (Maria Harris, Dobbs Ferry, New York)
The conference was energizing-- a refreshing way to get the creative juices to flow. Great to see and hear what other people are doing around the world. (Margaret Ferguson, Barre, Vermont)
The most enjoyable part of the conference was meeting so many upbeat people! (JoAnn Binz, Swiftwater, Pennsylvania)
Thank you so much for providing the space/place where so many who value humor can meet and be exposed to humor masters such as Brett Leake. (Carole Ireland, Pittsfield, Massachusetts)
I came alone but no one is alone at this conference... I met so many wonderful people. It is easy and fun! (Anna Welfley, Schuylerville, New York)
Of all the many conferences I've attended in 20+ years as an occupational therapist, this ranks as one of the best on a professional and especially personal level at the same time. Very refreshing! (Janet Doody, Redford, Michigan)
The humor conference always fulfills my need for spending time with wonderful, happy people and obtaining a fresh, more positive look at life. (Don Cassiday, Aurora, Illinois)
The location and topic were both just what I needed. Everything ran so smoothly. There was SO much to do-- so many great options. Presenters, staff, and participants were all fabulous! Thank you again for the wonderful, recharging, relaxing, renewing weekend. I have told everyone I know that they need to come with me next year-- no matter what they are doing or planning to do in life. (Mary Jane Price, Jamestown, New York)
My expectations for this year were quite high after last year's phenomenal conference. This year, the conference far exceeded my expectations. Kudos to Joel and Margie! (Pat Crilly, Perth Amboy, New Jersey)
I've never laughed so hard in my life!!! This conference is great! (Stephanie Grigsby, Grand Rapids, Minnesota)
What a magnificent conference you put on at Silver Bay! We loved every minute of it. Your speakers were awesome and the entertainment was fantastic. I can't wait until we attend next year. (Michael Delaney, Henderson, Nevada)
A fabulous battery charge to renew spirit, hope, and hilarity in your life. It jump-started my joy quotient. (Lucie Arnaz)

For more info on this positive, playful, productive program, visit www.HumorProject.com/conference or see pages 11-23 at http://www.humorproject.com/conference/sourcebook-conference.pdf.

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