What the Hell Is a Cuddle Party?

Along with our Monday RGJ was one of those special generic insert magazines that seem to exist for the sole purpose of selling ads to local businesses. In this case, the marks were Reno medical professionals.

But what made this issue of YourHealth Monthly stand out wasn't the advice on the health benefits of exotic fruits that have never seen the light of day in a Truckee Meadows supermarket (feijoa, camu camu, etc.), but an alleged new phenomenon -- cuddle parties.

Strangely, the story on this new fad was found in the"Men" column (apparently a timely "stress and your NCAA bracket" article is considered too masculine nowadays). So what exactly is a cuddle party, besides sounding like a swingers party for those afraid to go all the way? Essentially you hug, spoon, give back and foot rubs and, yes, even moo like a cow. The FAQ even covers the inevitable question of what happens when, well, something pops up (it's "Mother Nature's way of giving us the thumbs-up sign").

While there are no official parties scheduled for northern Nevada, though Dennis Hof might want to put his unique twist on it if the fad truly takes off, you can participate in the Silver State's inaugural event in Vegas next month. Wine, cheese and cuddling for just $50 a couple.