EVENTS 2011

Fall 2011 CIRCLE OF FRIENDS Meditation Course: a joyful, peaceful way to spend 5 evenings

Join us for this special five week meditation course, perfect for all levels. We’ll meditate for approximately 30-40 minutes (partially guided) followed by a short discourse on tape or a reading. We will have a short discussion on the assigned reading for the week.

Although meditation instructions are derived from ancient Buddhist texts, contemplative practice is nonsectarian—all are welcome.

When: Five Mondays, March 5th through April 2nd (note Monday vs. Tuesday, just to shake things up a bit)!
Time: 5:45-7pm
Where: Donna’s home studio: 602 Seabright Lane, Solana Beach
Cost: Five classes for $75. 50% proceeds go to Metta Forest Monastery*
Why: To establish peace of heart and mind through meditation in a small group setting – priceless!

Class size is limited, so register soon if you’re interested… Payment is due by February 15th

*Metta Forest Monastery provides all of its material/teachings/dhamma talks for free. There is no requirement for donations, never even a subtle hint for what if anything, may be needed. Yet the the monks and the monastery somehow survive through the generosity of those of us who receive so much.

******Spring Yoga and Meditation Retreat******

Join us for this wonderfully restorative overnight retreat – perfect for establishing calm during a typically busy time. Experience yoga, meditation, and quiet in a lovely, local setting surrounded by wilderness. Appropriate for experienced and beginning practitioners.

When: Friday afternoon, December 2nd, through Saturday, December 3rd, at 5pm.
Where: Questhaven Retreat Center near Olivenhain, CA
Cost: $225.00. Includes three meals, all yoga and meditation classes, and private rooms and bathrooms. All proceeds after costs will go to Metta Forest Monastery in Valley Center Ca.

Schedule:

Friday the 2nd

• 2:00-5:30pm: Arrival, settle in, dinner
• 7:00pm: Introductions, yoga, meditation. Noble silence begins

Saturday, the 3rd

• 7:00am: Meditation
• 8:00am: Breakfast, free time
• 10:00am: YOGA
• Noon: Lunch, free time to hike, read, rest
• 3:00pm: Yoga
• 5:00pm: Closing

Space limited to approximately 10 students, so sign up now to reserve your spot! Send a deposit of $100.00 by November 1st, 2011 to Donna Todd; 602 Seabright Lane; Solana Beach, CA 92075

TUNE UP TUESDAYS

Every now and then between meditation courses, I will have a special Tuesday evening "tune-up" meditation for those who are willing to sit together for an hour plus participate in discussion and questions.  The first 15 minutes of the sit we'll hear a dharma talk by Than Geoff (Thanissaro Bhikku). Most of you are familiar with him from prior classes.   After the meditation we'll have a question and answer period about the talk or about anything you'd like regarding your meditation practice.
 
When:  TBA
Where:  My house
Cost:  Donation of $15 goes to the Metta Forest Monastery
Why:  To enhance/continue your effort and determination to practice!!
Who:  Those who have meditation experience, want to sit longer and want to be with your wonderful noble friends!!
 
My home studio only holds about 12 comfortably, so please sign up in advance.