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April 4th-6th, 2025
LARRY MERMELSTEINThe of Sadhana MahamudraTeaching onby Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche
St. Petersburg Shambhala Center will perform a Lhasang (smoke ceremony) at Sarasota Meditation Art Gallery
April 4th 3-6pm.
Mr. Mermelstein will introduce the history of the Sadhana of Mahamudra, and Chogyam Trungpa Rimpoche’s association with the Sadhana. We will then practice the Sadhana and feast, and at the completion of the practice, we will all go out for dinner together. St Petersburg’s sangha may join us.
The following day, February 5, he will do a teaching on the Sadhana (11-12:30 and 2-4) at SMAG.
On April 6, Sunday, he teaches at St. Petersburg Shambhala Center (10-12, 2-4).
on every full moom, 1:00 -2:00pm EST
Full Moon Practice: 4-Armed Chenrezig
Chenrezig, also known as Avalokiteshvara, is the Bodhisattva of Compassion in Tibetan Buddhism. The practice of Chenrezig involves invoking the presence and qualities of Chenrezig through mantra recitation, visualization, and meditation. It is a profound way to cultivate compassion, loving-kindness, and altruism within oneself and for the benefit of all beings.
Full Moon Dates 2025: 01/13,02/12,03/14,04/13,05/12,06/11,07/10,08/09,09/07,10/07,11/05,12/04
on the 25th of each month, 10:00 -11:00am EST
Green Tara Practice
In the Himalayan region, especially in Tibet and Nepal, Tara is referred to as the Embodiment of Perfected Wisdom. Her name means “star” in Sanskrit. In some Buddhist legends, it is said that she was born from one of Avalokiteshvara’s tears, shed in a moment of deep compassion. Other Buddhist legends, however, tell of a devout Buddhist princess who lived millions of years ago who became a bodhisattva, vowing to keep being reborn in female form (rather than in male form, which was considered more advanced on the path to enlightenment) to continue helping others.
on every new moon, 1:00 - 2:00pm EST
New Moon Practice: Sadhana of Mahamudra
Welcome to a unique convergence of Nyingma and Kagyu teachings, where Chogyam Trungpa's words resonate: 'The Sadhana of Mahamudra merges immense crazy wisdom with devotion.' This event explores how emotion and wisdom, energy and space unite in this sacred practice.
New Moon Dates in 2025:
01/29,02/28,03/29,04/27,05/27,06/25,07/24,08/23,09/21,10/21,11/20,12/20
Reoccurring Events
EVERY SECOND SUNDAY EACH MONTH
Lama Rina Otero's Teachings
Join us every second Sunday of the month for "Lama's Teaching," a profound exploration of topics such as mindfulness, mind training, death, compassion, and anger.
Immerse yourself in the wisdom and guidance that this monthly gathering offers on the path to greater understanding and spiritual growth.
Lama Rina Otero’s talks on the 2nd Sunday of each month will resume on June 8th.
Photo by Sorcha Augustine @sorchaaugustine.com
UPON REQUEST
SPECIAL EVENTS
Explore the profound aspects of life with our observances and celebrations, including reflections on death, joyous weddings, solstice observances, holidays, and special remembrances.
Join us in commemorating life's diverse moments with meaning and mindfulness.
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Past Event: ARTSPICIOUS EXHIBITION by Li Volk / Karma Lhamo
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Past Event: Tibetan Mantra Lounge & Live Painting
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Past Event: Paint/Draw the Lama from Himalayas: Open Studio
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Past Event: Draw the Lama: Open Studio
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