Monday 28 February 2011

News From NLBC

Upcoming Events at the North London Buddhist Centre
Dear Friends,  
Here are the details of events coming up at NLBC over the next month. In this month’s bulletin, we’re also including details of a Triratna Buddhist Film Festival taking place at the London Buddhist Centre in Bethnal Green (check the LBC Website for details).
We look forward to welcoming you soon.
With best wishes
The Centre Team
Wednesday 9th March- Introduction to Meditation- a six week Course with Chandrasurya
Introducing the two foundation practices of Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana (development of loving kindness). This six week course will give you the skills you need to establish a regular meditation practice.  Suitable for complete newcomers or more experienced meditators. 7-9.30 pm £58/£25.
Saturday 12th March- Introduction to Meditation- with Rupavati
Introducing the two foundation practices of Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana (development of loving kindness). Suitable for complete newcomers or more experienced meditators looking to reconnect with the practices. 10am-5pm £30/£15.
Saturday 12th March- Wolf at the Door- Creative writing workshop with Ananda
A popular Buddhist inspired creative writing workshop. 10am-5pm £50 professional/ £40 waged/ con £20
Sunday 13th March- Moving into stillness- A day of meditation and Yoga with Suddhaka and Janet Evans
For newcomers and more experienced practitioners. A day of meditative yoga and mindfulness practice, working with our bodies, our breath and our energy to move gradually into a more meditative level of experience. 10am-5pm £50/£30.
Sunday 13th March- Finding Truth and Freedom. The Art of Reflection with Amalavajra and Punyamati.
It is all too easy either to think obsessively or not to think enough. But how do we think usefully? How do we reflect? Like any art, reflection can be learned and developed, leading to a deeper understanding of life and to the fullness of wisdom. We will explore several simple methods for directing your mind in this way. For those with at least six months of mindfulness of breathing and metta bhavana practice. 10am-5pm. Day by donation.
Monday 14th March- The Poet’s Way- Book launch with Manjusvara
A talk by Manjusvara launching his new book: the Poet’s Way. From line to rhyme and shape on the page, Manjusvara’s accessible and practical guide illuminates the essential elements of poetry writing. Explore your spiritual life with writing and creativity- 6.30 Food to Share- 7.30 Book Launch. Evening by donation.
Saturday 19th March- Earth Rising/ Heaven Descending. Triratna Film Festival with Subhuti and Suryaprabha at the LBC in Bethnal Green.
A showing of a series of films documenting the development of the Triratna Buddhist Community. Subhuti, an experienced practitioner Ordained for more than 30 years in the Triranta Buddhist Order will introduce the films and share his memories. 9.30-5.30 Check the London Buddhist Centre Website or further details.
Sunday 20th March- Day Retreat with Palaka
Come along and breathe some light into your practice to take you through the dark winter months into spring. 10am-5pm day by donation.
Saturday 26th March- The Six Essentials of Meditation- with Vajradaka
This workshop develops a practical and direct understanding of the primary principles and qualities of meditation. We will exercise and improve the particular skills which are necessary to develop an effective and fulfilling meditation practice. Vajradaka is a very experienced and skilled meditation teacher. 10am-5pm £35/£25.
You can see an electronic copy of our program for the New Year, by following the link below.
Meditation and Buddhism program..
Bodywork Program…

North London Buddhist Centre
72 Holloway Rd
London
N7 8JG

02077001177
www.northlondonbuddhistcentre.com

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