CURRENT NEWS

18 April 2011

Koh Phangan recovered quickly from the flooding that occurred during the last week of March. Due to the fact of being an island, the rainwater much more easily found the sea than it did in mainland cities, which struggled for much longer with the logistical effects of too much water.... The storms shut down boat service to the island for a period of nearly a week, essentially. Army boats picked up anyone who arrived at the pier needing to leave urgently (to catch a flight, etc.) and the government forgave overstay fees during this period, which disrupted plans for many visa runs ....

Now we are back to... sun and bright beautiful skies!

Coming up soon:

Earth Day is Friday, 22 April! Agamis will be out in force in Thongsala and surrounding areas for a coordinated beach cleanup with the local Thais. Meet at 9:00 at the pier 7-11.
An Easter Vigil will begin Friday evening, 22 April, with bhajans, the Prayer of the Heart, and an evening program featuring the Way of the Cross, which includes the prayers of St. Francis of Assisi. The Vigil will continue Saturday evening until Sunday morning, culminating in the noontime meditation evoking the Sphere of Christ Consciousness. Check notice boards for locations and times.
Shakti and Vira Groups continue to meet Sundays at 17:00 for students in Levels 2 and up. Shaktis meet in Shakti Hall, Viras in Green Hall.
Wednesday night Shambhala meditations continue at 21:00 in Ganesha Hall.
Swami Vivekananda will resume the Bhagavad-Gita commentary series, open to all, Thursday 28 April in Shakti Hall. Please join us!
The Hridaya Retreat for Revelation of the Spiritual Heart will be held again 29 April - 8 May. Registration takes place at Shiva Hall on 28 April, 16:00.

We hope to see you soon!

Wishes for profound love and grace....