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New Year’s Eve, 12/31, Afternoon Dharma Gathering

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By Betsy Toll

New Year’s Eve Afternoon

Open Door Dharma Circle

An altar with a large photo of Neem Karoli Baba, a statue of Kwan Yin, and other items, including a small old box with an image of madonna and child.Friends Meeting House, 4312 SE Stark, Room 12
Tues., December 31 ~ 2:00–5:00 pm
All are welcome. 

Join us for New Year’s Eve afternoon meditation, chanting, and reflection, followed by chai, light prasad, and community conversation. The Meeting House space is fully accessible and  carpeted, with comfortable chairs and room to floor sit (byo cushion).

The Bhakti and Buddhist teachings shared by Ram Dass, Neem Karoli Baba, and many others are the heart of our practice, encompassing loving awareness, compassion, service to all, and community. Free and open to all. Dana donations that support Open Door Dharma circles are optional but welcome at the door or online. Note “Dharma” when you give.

2:00–3:30 Practice  Settling, chanting, meditation, and dharma reflection in the stillness of the heart.

Stretch & Tea break  Tea and small sweet & savory prasad nibbles are offered.

3:45–5:00  Being alive here and now  Time to check in, ask questions, reflect, and share how we’re holding the world here and now, framed by the Five Precepts and the principles of lovingkindness, peace, and beloved community.

The door is open. Come and go as you like—at 2:00 just for practice, or at 3:45 for prasad and conversation, or for the whole afternoon. Questions? Please contact us.

Snow blankets the Neem Karoli Baba Ashram in Taos.

Click here to learn more about Living Earth or to support our dharma programs or other offerings with a donation. The spirit of dana—generosity— keeps the dharma wheel turning. Gifts and pledges can be designated to support workshops and retreats, dharma practice, community programs, or our Warm Springs and community resilience activities.

Living Earth is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit social benefit organization, IRS # 93-1331068. Contributions are tax deductible per IRS rules. For cash or check contributions by mail or at events, please request a written receipt.

 

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