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SUMMARY:New! In-Person Tuesday Evening Drop-In Gentle Hatha Class with Cynthia Gran DAy\, E-RYT 500\, YACEP\,  7:00-8:30 p.m.
DESCRIPTION:New! In-Person Tuesday Evening\nDrop-In Gentle Hatha Class\nwith Cynthia Gran DAy\, E-RYT 500\, YACEP\n7:00-8:30 p.m.\nNo registration is necessary\nEveryone is welcome!\n\nDonate in person with cash\, check\, or on TMC’s square app.\nSuggested donation: $10.00\nJoin Cynthia for a deeply relaxing gentle yoga class that will be ended by a short meditation. \nAbout Your Instructor: \nCynthia Gran\, DAy\, E-RYT 500\, YACEP\,  has been treading the Himalayan path since the late 1970s. Cynthia and her husband\, Gary\, DAy. CYT\, first attended the old Glenview Center in Illinois where they met and have served the tradition in various capacities over the years. They are both certified yoga teachers and Ayurvedic educators. They have published more than eighty articles on yoga\, meditation and Ayurveda. They are currently in Minnesota for the summer teaching at The Meditation Center. \nNo prior experience needed – “Come as you are\, and discover the calm within” \nLocation\, parking & other essentials: The Meditation Center (TMC)\, 631 University Avenue NE\, Minneapolis\, MN 55413. Free parking is available across the street from TMC in the Church’s parking lot. Bring a water bottle. Yoga mat\, pillows \,and blankets provided.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/new-in-person-tuesday-evening-drop-in-gentle-hatha-class-with-cynthia-gran-day-e-ryt-500-yacep-630-800-p-m/2025-07-15/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Hatha Yoga
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SUMMARY:On Summer Break! The Sunday Morning Book Study Group with Swami Ma Radha\, Michael Smith\, and Emilio Bettaglio.
DESCRIPTION:On Summer Break!\nSUNDAY BOOK STUDY GROUP VIA ZOOM\nWITH SWAMI MA RADHA BHARATI\, MICHAEL SMITH\, AND EMILIO BETTAGLIO\n10:00 A.M. – 11:30 A.M.\nThe Sunday Morning Book Study Group with Swami Ma Radha\, Michael Smith\, and Emilio Bettaglio is now on summer break. \nStay tuned for the announcement regarding the new book title. The Sunday Study Group will resume in the early fall after the August Dunrovin Silence Retreat.  Watch for updates at the end of the summer.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/on-summer-break-the-sunday-morning-book-study-group-with-swami-ma-radha-michael-smith-and-emilio-bettaglio/2025-07-13/
CATEGORIES:Sunday Satsangs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250713T082000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250713T093000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064013
CREATED:20240109T172542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T172542Z
UID:22056-1752394800-1752399000@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:Via Zoom – Sunday Morning Guided Meditation with Swami Radha Bharati
DESCRIPTION: Via Zoom – Sunday Morning Guided Meditation\nwith Swami Radha Bharati\n8:20 A.M. – 9:15 A.M.\nJoin for Morning Prayers: 8:20-8:30 a.m.\nSunday Morning Meditation: 8:30-9:15 a.m.\n\nJoin Swami Radha Bharati on Zoom for a guided meditation on Sunday from 8:20 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/via-zoom-sunday-morning-guided-meditation-with-swami-radha-bharati-2-2024-06-02/2025-07-13/
CATEGORIES:Sunday Morning Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T120000
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CREATED:20250603T193649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T222432Z
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SUMMARY:Join Sunita Bhardwaj Gangopadhyay In Person at The Meditation Center (TMC) for Transformative Himalayan Yoga Classes
DESCRIPTION:Join Sunita Bhardwaj Gangopadhyay In Person at The Meditation Center (TMC) for Transformative Himalayan Yoga Classes\nDrop in on any Saturday for class. \nExperience the Unique Power of Himalayan Yoga \nAs taught by the yogis from the Himalayas— Himalayan Yoga combines gentle postures\, breathwork\, and mindful relaxation techniques to connect body\, mind\, and spirit resulting in healing from within. Whether you’re new or experienced\, this practice will leave you feeling relaxed\, focused\, and rejuvenated. \nBenefits of Himalayan Yoga: \n\n🌿 Enhanced flexibility\, balance\, and holistic strength\n🌿 Tools/Techniques to cope with stress\, anxiety and bring mental clarity\n🌿 Energizing breathwork to uplift and restore overall health\n\n🕒 Class Schedule: Every Saturday | 10:30 – Noon. Starting November 23\, 2024. \n💲 Pricing: Heartfelt donations ($10 suggested or pay what your heart desires and what you can…). All donations will go to support The Meditation Center. \n📍 Location\, parking & other essentials: The Meditation Center (TMC)\, 631 University Avenue NE\, Minneapolis\, MN 55413. Free parking is available across the street from TMC in the Church’s parking lot. Bring a water bottle. Yoga mat\, pillows and blankets provided. Please arrive 5 minutes early and get comfortable in “the Hall of Tradition” on the main floor. No registration needed. \nAbout Your Instructor: \nSunita Bhardwaj Gangopadhyay brings 18 years of affiliation in the Himalayan Yoga and meditation tradition. She has completed a 200-hour Teacher Training Program with Himalayan Yoga. Dedicated to helping students find balance and peace\, Sunita focuses on making each class accessible and rewarding\, regardless of experience level. Sunita has a PhD in Physics and a retired executive who worked in high tech industry for 25 years. She is currently the president of the Board at The Meditation Center. Native of India\, Sunita currently lives in Eden Prairie\, MN. She is married with two children. \nNo prior experience needed – “Come as you are\, and discover the calm within” \n 
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/join-sunita-bhardwaj-gangopadhyay-in-person-at-the-meditation-center-tmc-for-transformative-himalayan-yoga-classes/2025-07-12/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Hatha Yoga
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250710T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250710T220000
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SUMMARY:Guru Purnima Observance and Full Moon Celebration In Person and Via Zoom - July 10\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:“Guru Purnima Observance” In-Person and Via Zoom\nThursday: July 10\, 2025\nGuru Purnima Program on July 10\, 2025\n5:45 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. CT\nGlobal Full Moon Meditation\n9:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. CT\nGuru Purnima 2025 Celebration Schedule\nThursday July 10\, 2025 is Guru Purnima\, Guru’s Full Moon. Please join us at The Meditation Center on this auspicious day for a full evening of observance and celebration. \nThere is an open invitation for all initiates\, members\, and students to come meditate at The Meditation Center on Guru Purnima. \nEvening’s Program: \n5:30-6:45 p.m.: Hatha class will not be meeting. \n5:45-6:45 p.m.: (time subject to change) Guru Purnima Havan. Weather permitting\, we’ll do a fire havan in the back yard. You’re invited to bring a small bundle of sticks\, pencil size and dry\, to offer into the fire for the Guru. If not appropriate weather for a fire havan\, we’ll do a flower havan inside and save the bundles of sticks for a subsequent full moon fire havan. In Person Only \nQuoting his master\, Swami Rama wrote in “Living with the Himalayan Masters”… He said: “I will burn these dry sticks so that your past karmas do not affect your future. Now I am giving you a new life. Do not live in the past. Live here and now and start treading the path of light.” \n6:45-8:15 p.m.: Socializing and full buffet meal offered. Bring an appetizer or sweet as an offering to the main meal if you would like to contribute. In Person Only. \n8:00/8:15-9:00 p.m.: Via Zoom and In Person\, showing of a short video of Swami Veda and other swamis speaking at the Guru Purnima gathering in 2012. \n9:00-10:00 p.m.: Global Full Moon Meditation via Zoom. Swami Ritavan will guide the first ½ hour \n\n9:00-10:00 p.m. – Full Moon Meditation via Zoom\nwith initial guidance by Swami Ritavan Bharati from SRSG\, Rishikesh\, India.\n\nThe Global Full Moon Meditation is hosted by the Himalayan Yoga & Meditation Center\, HYMC\, \nPalatine Il. The Zoom link is available here at HYMC’s website.\n\n\nFor more information regarding the global full moon meditation schedule visit HYMC’s website here.\n\n\n\nRead here…H.H.S. Swami Rama’s 1988 Guru Purnima Message.\n\nRead here…Swami Veda Bharati’s 2011 Guru Purnima Blessing\n\n\n\nSome etiquette: The havan kunda\, fire pit\, is the shrine for the fire deity Agni and needs to be approached as such; having freshly cleansed\, with an open heart and mind\, and wearing clean clothes; no shoes close to the havan kunda. All offerings are made with the right hand and with a loving attitude of letting go and from the heart. Once seated for the ceremony\, it’s important to remain there until the conclusion. (Same etiquette also applies to the water/flower puja) \nIt is customary to gather some dry twigs in advance\, about pencil thickness and length to bring to the ceremony\, usually 3 or more dry twigs bound together with a cotton string or thread (if you can’t be there in person\, the twigs may be sent by mail to The Meditation Center). As you walk around to gather these dry twigs\, mindfully think of the most prominent\, burdensome obstacles in your life or practice. These obstacles will be represented by the gathered twigs. Before the start of the ceremony\, kindly hand them to the swami who is present. who will them pass them to the person(s) officiating the ceremony. \n\n“Celebrating Guru Purnima is a joy beyond words\, a deep stillness that echoes a wholeness and holiness. A wholeness that guru provides the answers to our pursuits\, our yearnings and reveals a purpose for life. To live and to love with a heart unconditioned by conflict\, and a mind\, unified beyond division.”\n– Swami Ritavan Bharati-
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/guru-purnima-observance-and-full-moon-celebration-in-person-and-via-zoom-july-10-2025/
CATEGORIES:Full Moon Havan,Full Moon Meditation,Special Events
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SUMMARY:Cancelled for Tonight - Thursday Evening In Person:  Gentle Hatha Yoga (Drop In) 5:30-6:45 p.m. Everyone is Welcome
DESCRIPTION:Cancelled for July 10\, 2025\nJoin the Guru Purnima Observance at 5:45 p.m.\nThursday Evening In Person Gentle Hatha Yoga (Drop In)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime:  5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. \nInstructors: Varies…Chris Young\, Michael Snodgrass\, Sunita Gangopadhyay\, Susan Guthrie\, Eric Ness \nFees: $10.00/class \nThursday Evening DROP-IN HATHA CLASSES (ONGOING)\nEveryone is Welcome! These classes are for all levels. Instructors excel at leading the class in relaxation\, gentle asana (yoga positions) and pranayama (breath). Relieve stress\, achy joints\, improve balance at all levels and increase your sense of well being. No registration necessary\, just show up.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/thursday-evening-in-person-gentle-hatha-yoga-drop-in-530-645-p-m-everyone-is-welcome-2025-07-10/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Hatha Yoga
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250710T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250710T233000
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UID:22468-1752134400-1752190200@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:40-Day Spiritual Festival 2025 from June 1- July 10 (Guru Purnima)\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:40-Day Spiritual Festival 2025 from June 1- July 10 (Guru Purnima)\, 2025\nRead here “42nd Annual 40-Days Spiritual Festival\, June 1-July 10\, 2025″ courtesy of AHYMSIN.org. \nThe festival is 40-days of purification of all aspects of our being through chosen practices. \nSome options for practices are : \nBegin or increase the Sangha “Akhanda-mandala mantra” japa to honor Gurudev Swami Rama \nBegin or increase the Sangha Ganesha mantra japa…practice embodying Ganesha in stillness\, in his stillness. \nDecrease screen time\, especially in the evening; put down the phone\, turn off the computer. \nFind ways to honor Earth Mother: walk in silence in the woods\, feed the wild animals\, nourish the ants\, pick up trash in nature\, contemplate one of the five elements in nature. \nFast one day a week\, could be partial fasting or simply eliminating one preferred food item. \nContemplate that which helps you be still. \nDo self-study and journal your experiences. \nStudy “Sutra 1.33\,” the Brahma Viharas\, especially Upeksha (equanimity in the face of evil.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/40-day-spiritual-festival-2025-from-june-1-july-10-guru-purnima-2025/2025-07-10/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250710T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250710T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064013
CREATED:20250710T141149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T141149Z
UID:22601-1752134400-1752166800@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:Guru Purnima Global Full Moon Meditation\, July 10\, 2025 Via Zoom  9:00-10:00 p.m. CT
DESCRIPTION:Guru Purnima Global Full Moon Meditation\, July 10\, 2025\nVia Zoom\n9:00-10:00 p.m. CT\nThe Global Full Moon Meditation will begin guided by Swami Ritavan followed\nby a silent meditation until 10:00 p.m.\nThis event is courtesy of the Palatine Himalayan Yoga & Meditation Center – HYMC. \nFor more information regarding the global full moon meditation schedule visitHYMC’s website here.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/guru-purnima-global-full-moon-meditation-july-10-2025-via-zoom-900-1000-p-m-ct/
CATEGORIES:Full Moon Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250709T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250709T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064013
CREATED:20250702T181259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T181331Z
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SUMMARY:9-Day "Guru Gita" Recitation via Zoom from Tuesday\, July 1 - Wednesday\, July 9\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:New opportunity to prepare for Guru Purnima during the 40-Day Spiritual Festival….\n9-Day “Sri Guru Gita” Recitation via Zoom\nJuly 1 – July 9\, 2025\nBegins at 8:00 p.m. CT\nThe exception is on Thursday\, July 3\, 2025.\nThe  “Guru Gita” introduction and recording will be played between 7:30: and 8:30 during Thursday Satsang.\nAs a tradition in our Sangha\, the Guru Gita’s recording by Pundits at SRSG is shared via Zoom during the 11 days leading to Guru Purnima. Tonight is the 1st day that the Guru Gita recording will be shared via Zoom. The session will begin at 8:00 p.m. CT. \n\n“Three chapters in the latter part of the Skanda Purana\, one of the most widely read of the 18 Puranas composed by Sage Vyasa\, comprise the verses referred to as the Guru Gita\, the “Song in Praise of the Guru”. The verses are the dialogue between Shiva and Parvati that serve as a fount of knowledge and wisdom about the Guru\, the Guru’s power and greatness\, and specific ways of paying adoration.” ~Stoma on 6/27/24~ \n\nRead here the “Guru Gita” in English…newest version with diacritical marks. \nRead here the text of the “Guru Gita” in Sanskrit. \nThe audio starts with: Mama catur vidha puruartha siddhyarthe jape viniyoga… \nand continues with Verse One: (these audio verses match all succeeding written verses until 182 ending) \nSūta uvāca: verse one begins on bottom of page 3 of the English translation \n  \nVerse 1\, Sūta said: \n Kailāsa-śikhare ramye \nbhakti-sandhāna-nāyakam\, \nPranamya pārvatī bhaktyā \nśankaram paryaprcchata. \nTo listen to the audio recording of the “Guru Gita” click here. \n\n 
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/9-day-guru-gita-recitation-via-zoom-from-tuesday-july-1-wednesday-july-9-2025/2025-07-09/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250709T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250709T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064013
CREATED:20241121T023313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T023313Z
UID:22557-1752057000-1752062400@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:Wednesday Mornings In Person and via Zoom – Gentle Hatha Yoga (Drop-In) with Sig Martell and Rosann Chamberlain
DESCRIPTION: WEDNESDAY MORNINGS In Person and Via Zoom – GENTLE HATHA YOGA (DROP IN)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime:  10:30am to Noon \nInstructors: Sig Martell and Rosann Chamberlain \nFees: $12.00/class ($10.00 for seniors and students) \nDROP-IN HATHA CLASSES (ONGOING)\nEveryone is Welcome! These classes are for all levels. Instructors excel at leading the class in relaxation\, gentle asana (yoga positions) and pranayama (breath). Relieve stress\, achy joints\, improve balance at all levels and increase your sense of well being. No registration necessary\, just show up.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/wednesday-mornings-in-person-and-via-zoom-gentle-hatha-yoga-drop-in-with-sig-martell-and-rosann-chamberlain-2025-06-25-2025-06-25/2025-07-09/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Hatha Yoga,Other
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250709T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250709T233000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064013
CREATED:20250527T183143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T183143Z
UID:22467-1752048000-1752103800@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:40-Day Spiritual Festival 2025 from June 1- July 10 (Guru Purnima)\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:40-Day Spiritual Festival 2025 from June 1- July 10 (Guru Purnima)\, 2025\nRead here “42nd Annual 40-Days Spiritual Festival\, June 1-July 10\, 2025″ courtesy of AHYMSIN.org. \nThe festival is 40-days of purification of all aspects of our being through chosen practices. \nSome options for practices are : \nBegin or increase the Sangha “Akhanda-mandala mantra” japa to honor Gurudev Swami Rama \nBegin or increase the Sangha Ganesha mantra japa…practice embodying Ganesha in stillness\, in his stillness. \nDecrease screen time\, especially in the evening; put down the phone\, turn off the computer. \nFind ways to honor Earth Mother: walk in silence in the woods\, feed the wild animals\, nourish the ants\, pick up trash in nature\, contemplate one of the five elements in nature. \nFast one day a week\, could be partial fasting or simply eliminating one preferred food item. \nContemplate that which helps you be still. \nDo self-study and journal your experiences. \nStudy “Sutra 1.33\,” the Brahma Viharas\, especially Upeksha (equanimity in the face of evil.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/40-day-spiritual-festival-2025-from-june-1-july-10-guru-purnima-2025/2025-07-09/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250708T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250708T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064013
CREATED:20250702T181259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T181330Z
UID:22591-1752004800-1752008400@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:9-Day "Guru Gita" Recitation via Zoom from Tuesday\, July 1 - Wednesday\, July 9\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:New opportunity to prepare for Guru Purnima during the 40-Day Spiritual Festival….\n9-Day “Sri Guru Gita” Recitation via Zoom\nJuly 1 – July 9\, 2025\nBegins at 8:00 p.m. CT\nThe exception is on Thursday\, July 3\, 2025.\nThe  “Guru Gita” introduction and recording will be played between 7:30: and 8:30 during Thursday Satsang.\nAs a tradition in our Sangha\, the Guru Gita’s recording by Pundits at SRSG is shared via Zoom during the 11 days leading to Guru Purnima. Tonight is the 1st day that the Guru Gita recording will be shared via Zoom. The session will begin at 8:00 p.m. CT. \n\n“Three chapters in the latter part of the Skanda Purana\, one of the most widely read of the 18 Puranas composed by Sage Vyasa\, comprise the verses referred to as the Guru Gita\, the “Song in Praise of the Guru”. The verses are the dialogue between Shiva and Parvati that serve as a fount of knowledge and wisdom about the Guru\, the Guru’s power and greatness\, and specific ways of paying adoration.” ~Stoma on 6/27/24~ \n\nRead here the “Guru Gita” in English…newest version with diacritical marks. \nRead here the text of the “Guru Gita” in Sanskrit. \nThe audio starts with: Mama catur vidha puruartha siddhyarthe jape viniyoga… \nand continues with Verse One: (these audio verses match all succeeding written verses until 182 ending) \nSūta uvāca: verse one begins on bottom of page 3 of the English translation \n  \nVerse 1\, Sūta said: \n Kailāsa-śikhare ramye \nbhakti-sandhāna-nāyakam\, \nPranamya pārvatī bhaktyā \nśankaram paryaprcchata. \nTo listen to the audio recording of the “Guru Gita” click here. \n\n 
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/9-day-guru-gita-recitation-via-zoom-from-tuesday-july-1-wednesday-july-9-2025/2025-07-08/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250708T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250708T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064013
CREATED:20250527T135120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T202952Z
UID:22391-1752004800-1752006600@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:New! In-Person Tuesday Evening Drop-In Gentle Hatha Class with Cynthia Gran DAy\, E-RYT 500\, YACEP\,  7:00-8:30 p.m.
DESCRIPTION:New! In-Person Tuesday Evening\nDrop-In Gentle Hatha Class\nwith Cynthia Gran DAy\, E-RYT 500\, YACEP\n7:00-8:30 p.m.\nNo registration is necessary\nEveryone is welcome!\n\nDonate in person with cash\, check\, or on TMC’s square app.\nSuggested donation: $10.00\nJoin Cynthia for a deeply relaxing gentle yoga class that will be ended by a short meditation. \nAbout Your Instructor: \nCynthia Gran\, DAy\, E-RYT 500\, YACEP\,  has been treading the Himalayan path since the late 1970s. Cynthia and her husband\, Gary\, DAy. CYT\, first attended the old Glenview Center in Illinois where they met and have served the tradition in various capacities over the years. They are both certified yoga teachers and Ayurvedic educators. They have published more than eighty articles on yoga\, meditation and Ayurveda. They are currently in Minnesota for the summer teaching at The Meditation Center. \nNo prior experience needed – “Come as you are\, and discover the calm within” \nLocation\, parking & other essentials: The Meditation Center (TMC)\, 631 University Avenue NE\, Minneapolis\, MN 55413. Free parking is available across the street from TMC in the Church’s parking lot. Bring a water bottle. Yoga mat\, pillows \,and blankets provided.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/new-in-person-tuesday-evening-drop-in-gentle-hatha-class-with-cynthia-gran-day-e-ryt-500-yacep-630-800-p-m/2025-07-08/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Hatha Yoga
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250708T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250708T233000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064013
CREATED:20250527T183143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T183143Z
UID:22466-1751961600-1752017400@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:40-Day Spiritual Festival 2025 from June 1- July 10 (Guru Purnima)\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:40-Day Spiritual Festival 2025 from June 1- July 10 (Guru Purnima)\, 2025\nRead here “42nd Annual 40-Days Spiritual Festival\, June 1-July 10\, 2025″ courtesy of AHYMSIN.org. \nThe festival is 40-days of purification of all aspects of our being through chosen practices. \nSome options for practices are : \nBegin or increase the Sangha “Akhanda-mandala mantra” japa to honor Gurudev Swami Rama \nBegin or increase the Sangha Ganesha mantra japa…practice embodying Ganesha in stillness\, in his stillness. \nDecrease screen time\, especially in the evening; put down the phone\, turn off the computer. \nFind ways to honor Earth Mother: walk in silence in the woods\, feed the wild animals\, nourish the ants\, pick up trash in nature\, contemplate one of the five elements in nature. \nFast one day a week\, could be partial fasting or simply eliminating one preferred food item. \nContemplate that which helps you be still. \nDo self-study and journal your experiences. \nStudy “Sutra 1.33\,” the Brahma Viharas\, especially Upeksha (equanimity in the face of evil.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/40-day-spiritual-festival-2025-from-june-1-july-10-guru-purnima-2025/2025-07-08/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250707T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250707T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064013
CREATED:20250702T181259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T181328Z
UID:22590-1751918400-1751922000@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:9-Day "Guru Gita" Recitation via Zoom from Tuesday\, July 1 - Wednesday\, July 9\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:New opportunity to prepare for Guru Purnima during the 40-Day Spiritual Festival….\n9-Day “Sri Guru Gita” Recitation via Zoom\nJuly 1 – July 9\, 2025\nBegins at 8:00 p.m. CT\nThe exception is on Thursday\, July 3\, 2025.\nThe  “Guru Gita” introduction and recording will be played between 7:30: and 8:30 during Thursday Satsang.\nAs a tradition in our Sangha\, the Guru Gita’s recording by Pundits at SRSG is shared via Zoom during the 11 days leading to Guru Purnima. Tonight is the 1st day that the Guru Gita recording will be shared via Zoom. The session will begin at 8:00 p.m. CT. \n\n“Three chapters in the latter part of the Skanda Purana\, one of the most widely read of the 18 Puranas composed by Sage Vyasa\, comprise the verses referred to as the Guru Gita\, the “Song in Praise of the Guru”. The verses are the dialogue between Shiva and Parvati that serve as a fount of knowledge and wisdom about the Guru\, the Guru’s power and greatness\, and specific ways of paying adoration.” ~Stoma on 6/27/24~ \n\nRead here the “Guru Gita” in English…newest version with diacritical marks. \nRead here the text of the “Guru Gita” in Sanskrit. \nThe audio starts with: Mama catur vidha puruartha siddhyarthe jape viniyoga… \nand continues with Verse One: (these audio verses match all succeeding written verses until 182 ending) \nSūta uvāca: verse one begins on bottom of page 3 of the English translation \n  \nVerse 1\, Sūta said: \n Kailāsa-śikhare ramye \nbhakti-sandhāna-nāyakam\, \nPranamya pārvatī bhaktyā \nśankaram paryaprcchata. \nTo listen to the audio recording of the “Guru Gita” click here. \n\n 
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/9-day-guru-gita-recitation-via-zoom-from-tuesday-july-1-wednesday-july-9-2025/2025-07-07/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250707T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250707T233000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064013
CREATED:20250527T183143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T183143Z
UID:22465-1751875200-1751931000@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:40-Day Spiritual Festival 2025 from June 1- July 10 (Guru Purnima)\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:40-Day Spiritual Festival 2025 from June 1- July 10 (Guru Purnima)\, 2025\nRead here “42nd Annual 40-Days Spiritual Festival\, June 1-July 10\, 2025″ courtesy of AHYMSIN.org. \nThe festival is 40-days of purification of all aspects of our being through chosen practices. \nSome options for practices are : \nBegin or increase the Sangha “Akhanda-mandala mantra” japa to honor Gurudev Swami Rama \nBegin or increase the Sangha Ganesha mantra japa…practice embodying Ganesha in stillness\, in his stillness. \nDecrease screen time\, especially in the evening; put down the phone\, turn off the computer. \nFind ways to honor Earth Mother: walk in silence in the woods\, feed the wild animals\, nourish the ants\, pick up trash in nature\, contemplate one of the five elements in nature. \nFast one day a week\, could be partial fasting or simply eliminating one preferred food item. \nContemplate that which helps you be still. \nDo self-study and journal your experiences. \nStudy “Sutra 1.33\,” the Brahma Viharas\, especially Upeksha (equanimity in the face of evil.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/40-day-spiritual-festival-2025-from-june-1-july-10-guru-purnima-2025/2025-07-07/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250706T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250706T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064013
CREATED:20250702T181259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T181327Z
UID:22589-1751832000-1751835600@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:9-Day "Guru Gita" Recitation via Zoom from Tuesday\, July 1 - Wednesday\, July 9\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:New opportunity to prepare for Guru Purnima during the 40-Day Spiritual Festival….\n9-Day “Sri Guru Gita” Recitation via Zoom\nJuly 1 – July 9\, 2025\nBegins at 8:00 p.m. CT\nThe exception is on Thursday\, July 3\, 2025.\nThe  “Guru Gita” introduction and recording will be played between 7:30: and 8:30 during Thursday Satsang.\nAs a tradition in our Sangha\, the Guru Gita’s recording by Pundits at SRSG is shared via Zoom during the 11 days leading to Guru Purnima. Tonight is the 1st day that the Guru Gita recording will be shared via Zoom. The session will begin at 8:00 p.m. CT. \n\n“Three chapters in the latter part of the Skanda Purana\, one of the most widely read of the 18 Puranas composed by Sage Vyasa\, comprise the verses referred to as the Guru Gita\, the “Song in Praise of the Guru”. The verses are the dialogue between Shiva and Parvati that serve as a fount of knowledge and wisdom about the Guru\, the Guru’s power and greatness\, and specific ways of paying adoration.” ~Stoma on 6/27/24~ \n\nRead here the “Guru Gita” in English…newest version with diacritical marks. \nRead here the text of the “Guru Gita” in Sanskrit. \nThe audio starts with: Mama catur vidha puruartha siddhyarthe jape viniyoga… \nand continues with Verse One: (these audio verses match all succeeding written verses until 182 ending) \nSūta uvāca: verse one begins on bottom of page 3 of the English translation \n  \nVerse 1\, Sūta said: \n Kailāsa-śikhare ramye \nbhakti-sandhāna-nāyakam\, \nPranamya pārvatī bhaktyā \nśankaram paryaprcchata. \nTo listen to the audio recording of the “Guru Gita” click here. \n\n 
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/9-day-guru-gita-recitation-via-zoom-from-tuesday-july-1-wednesday-july-9-2025/2025-07-06/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250706T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250706T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064013
CREATED:20250527T140453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T140453Z
UID:22409-1751796000-1751801400@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:On Summer Break! The Sunday Morning Book Study Group with Swami Ma Radha\, Michael Smith\, and Emilio Bettaglio.
DESCRIPTION:On Summer Break!\nSUNDAY BOOK STUDY GROUP VIA ZOOM\nWITH SWAMI MA RADHA BHARATI\, MICHAEL SMITH\, AND EMILIO BETTAGLIO\n10:00 A.M. – 11:30 A.M.\nThe Sunday Morning Book Study Group with Swami Ma Radha\, Michael Smith\, and Emilio Bettaglio is now on summer break. \nStay tuned for the announcement regarding the new book title. The Sunday Study Group will resume in the early fall after the August Dunrovin Silence Retreat.  Watch for updates at the end of the summer.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/on-summer-break-the-sunday-morning-book-study-group-with-swami-ma-radha-michael-smith-and-emilio-bettaglio/2025-07-06/
CATEGORIES:Sunday Satsangs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250706T082000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250706T093000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064013
CREATED:20240109T172542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T172542Z
UID:22055-1751790000-1751794200@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:Via Zoom – Sunday Morning Guided Meditation with Swami Radha Bharati
DESCRIPTION: Via Zoom – Sunday Morning Guided Meditation\nwith Swami Radha Bharati\n8:20 A.M. – 9:15 A.M.\nJoin for Morning Prayers: 8:20-8:30 a.m.\nSunday Morning Meditation: 8:30-9:15 a.m.\n\nJoin Swami Radha Bharati on Zoom for a guided meditation on Sunday from 8:20 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/via-zoom-sunday-morning-guided-meditation-with-swami-radha-bharati-2-2024-06-02/2025-07-06/
CATEGORIES:Sunday Morning Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250706T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250706T233000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064013
CREATED:20250527T183143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T183143Z
UID:22464-1751788800-1751844600@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:40-Day Spiritual Festival 2025 from June 1- July 10 (Guru Purnima)\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:40-Day Spiritual Festival 2025 from June 1- July 10 (Guru Purnima)\, 2025\nRead here “42nd Annual 40-Days Spiritual Festival\, June 1-July 10\, 2025″ courtesy of AHYMSIN.org. \nThe festival is 40-days of purification of all aspects of our being through chosen practices. \nSome options for practices are : \nBegin or increase the Sangha “Akhanda-mandala mantra” japa to honor Gurudev Swami Rama \nBegin or increase the Sangha Ganesha mantra japa…practice embodying Ganesha in stillness\, in his stillness. \nDecrease screen time\, especially in the evening; put down the phone\, turn off the computer. \nFind ways to honor Earth Mother: walk in silence in the woods\, feed the wild animals\, nourish the ants\, pick up trash in nature\, contemplate one of the five elements in nature. \nFast one day a week\, could be partial fasting or simply eliminating one preferred food item. \nContemplate that which helps you be still. \nDo self-study and journal your experiences. \nStudy “Sutra 1.33\,” the Brahma Viharas\, especially Upeksha (equanimity in the face of evil.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/40-day-spiritual-festival-2025-from-june-1-july-10-guru-purnima-2025/2025-07-06/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250705T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250705T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064013
CREATED:20250702T181259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T181327Z
UID:22588-1751745600-1751749200@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:9-Day "Guru Gita" Recitation via Zoom from Tuesday\, July 1 - Wednesday\, July 9\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:New opportunity to prepare for Guru Purnima during the 40-Day Spiritual Festival….\n9-Day “Sri Guru Gita” Recitation via Zoom\nJuly 1 – July 9\, 2025\nBegins at 8:00 p.m. CT\nThe exception is on Thursday\, July 3\, 2025.\nThe  “Guru Gita” introduction and recording will be played between 7:30: and 8:30 during Thursday Satsang.\nAs a tradition in our Sangha\, the Guru Gita’s recording by Pundits at SRSG is shared via Zoom during the 11 days leading to Guru Purnima. Tonight is the 1st day that the Guru Gita recording will be shared via Zoom. The session will begin at 8:00 p.m. CT. \n\n“Three chapters in the latter part of the Skanda Purana\, one of the most widely read of the 18 Puranas composed by Sage Vyasa\, comprise the verses referred to as the Guru Gita\, the “Song in Praise of the Guru”. The verses are the dialogue between Shiva and Parvati that serve as a fount of knowledge and wisdom about the Guru\, the Guru’s power and greatness\, and specific ways of paying adoration.” ~Stoma on 6/27/24~ \n\nRead here the “Guru Gita” in English…newest version with diacritical marks. \nRead here the text of the “Guru Gita” in Sanskrit. \nThe audio starts with: Mama catur vidha puruartha siddhyarthe jape viniyoga… \nand continues with Verse One: (these audio verses match all succeeding written verses until 182 ending) \nSūta uvāca: verse one begins on bottom of page 3 of the English translation \n  \nVerse 1\, Sūta said: \n Kailāsa-śikhare ramye \nbhakti-sandhāna-nāyakam\, \nPranamya pārvatī bhaktyā \nśankaram paryaprcchata. \nTo listen to the audio recording of the “Guru Gita” click here. \n\n 
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/9-day-guru-gita-recitation-via-zoom-from-tuesday-july-1-wednesday-july-9-2025/2025-07-05/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250705T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250705T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064013
CREATED:20250603T193649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T222431Z
UID:22486-1751711400-1751716800@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:Join Sunita Bhardwaj Gangopadhyay In Person at The Meditation Center (TMC) for Transformative Himalayan Yoga Classes
DESCRIPTION:Join Sunita Bhardwaj Gangopadhyay In Person at The Meditation Center (TMC) for Transformative Himalayan Yoga Classes\nDrop in on any Saturday for class. \nExperience the Unique Power of Himalayan Yoga \nAs taught by the yogis from the Himalayas— Himalayan Yoga combines gentle postures\, breathwork\, and mindful relaxation techniques to connect body\, mind\, and spirit resulting in healing from within. Whether you’re new or experienced\, this practice will leave you feeling relaxed\, focused\, and rejuvenated. \nBenefits of Himalayan Yoga: \n\n🌿 Enhanced flexibility\, balance\, and holistic strength\n🌿 Tools/Techniques to cope with stress\, anxiety and bring mental clarity\n🌿 Energizing breathwork to uplift and restore overall health\n\n🕒 Class Schedule: Every Saturday | 10:30 – Noon. Starting November 23\, 2024. \n💲 Pricing: Heartfelt donations ($10 suggested or pay what your heart desires and what you can…). All donations will go to support The Meditation Center. \n📍 Location\, parking & other essentials: The Meditation Center (TMC)\, 631 University Avenue NE\, Minneapolis\, MN 55413. Free parking is available across the street from TMC in the Church’s parking lot. Bring a water bottle. Yoga mat\, pillows and blankets provided. Please arrive 5 minutes early and get comfortable in “the Hall of Tradition” on the main floor. No registration needed. \nAbout Your Instructor: \nSunita Bhardwaj Gangopadhyay brings 18 years of affiliation in the Himalayan Yoga and meditation tradition. She has completed a 200-hour Teacher Training Program with Himalayan Yoga. Dedicated to helping students find balance and peace\, Sunita focuses on making each class accessible and rewarding\, regardless of experience level. Sunita has a PhD in Physics and a retired executive who worked in high tech industry for 25 years. She is currently the president of the Board at The Meditation Center. Native of India\, Sunita currently lives in Eden Prairie\, MN. She is married with two children. \nNo prior experience needed – “Come as you are\, and discover the calm within” \n 
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/join-sunita-bhardwaj-gangopadhyay-in-person-at-the-meditation-center-tmc-for-transformative-himalayan-yoga-classes/2025-07-05/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Hatha Yoga
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250705T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250705T233000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064013
CREATED:20250527T183143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T183143Z
UID:22463-1751702400-1751758200@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:40-Day Spiritual Festival 2025 from June 1- July 10 (Guru Purnima)\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:40-Day Spiritual Festival 2025 from June 1- July 10 (Guru Purnima)\, 2025\nRead here “42nd Annual 40-Days Spiritual Festival\, June 1-July 10\, 2025″ courtesy of AHYMSIN.org. \nThe festival is 40-days of purification of all aspects of our being through chosen practices. \nSome options for practices are : \nBegin or increase the Sangha “Akhanda-mandala mantra” japa to honor Gurudev Swami Rama \nBegin or increase the Sangha Ganesha mantra japa…practice embodying Ganesha in stillness\, in his stillness. \nDecrease screen time\, especially in the evening; put down the phone\, turn off the computer. \nFind ways to honor Earth Mother: walk in silence in the woods\, feed the wild animals\, nourish the ants\, pick up trash in nature\, contemplate one of the five elements in nature. \nFast one day a week\, could be partial fasting or simply eliminating one preferred food item. \nContemplate that which helps you be still. \nDo self-study and journal your experiences. \nStudy “Sutra 1.33\,” the Brahma Viharas\, especially Upeksha (equanimity in the face of evil.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/40-day-spiritual-festival-2025-from-june-1-july-10-guru-purnima-2025/2025-07-05/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250704T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250704T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064013
CREATED:20250702T181259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T181326Z
UID:22587-1751659200-1751662800@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:9-Day "Guru Gita" Recitation via Zoom from Tuesday\, July 1 - Wednesday\, July 9\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:New opportunity to prepare for Guru Purnima during the 40-Day Spiritual Festival….\n9-Day “Sri Guru Gita” Recitation via Zoom\nJuly 1 – July 9\, 2025\nBegins at 8:00 p.m. CT\nThe exception is on Thursday\, July 3\, 2025.\nThe  “Guru Gita” introduction and recording will be played between 7:30: and 8:30 during Thursday Satsang.\nAs a tradition in our Sangha\, the Guru Gita’s recording by Pundits at SRSG is shared via Zoom during the 11 days leading to Guru Purnima. Tonight is the 1st day that the Guru Gita recording will be shared via Zoom. The session will begin at 8:00 p.m. CT. \n\n“Three chapters in the latter part of the Skanda Purana\, one of the most widely read of the 18 Puranas composed by Sage Vyasa\, comprise the verses referred to as the Guru Gita\, the “Song in Praise of the Guru”. The verses are the dialogue between Shiva and Parvati that serve as a fount of knowledge and wisdom about the Guru\, the Guru’s power and greatness\, and specific ways of paying adoration.” ~Stoma on 6/27/24~ \n\nRead here the “Guru Gita” in English…newest version with diacritical marks. \nRead here the text of the “Guru Gita” in Sanskrit. \nThe audio starts with: Mama catur vidha puruartha siddhyarthe jape viniyoga… \nand continues with Verse One: (these audio verses match all succeeding written verses until 182 ending) \nSūta uvāca: verse one begins on bottom of page 3 of the English translation \n  \nVerse 1\, Sūta said: \n Kailāsa-śikhare ramye \nbhakti-sandhāna-nāyakam\, \nPranamya pārvatī bhaktyā \nśankaram paryaprcchata. \nTo listen to the audio recording of the “Guru Gita” click here. \n\n 
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/9-day-guru-gita-recitation-via-zoom-from-tuesday-july-1-wednesday-july-9-2025/2025-07-04/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250704T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250704T233000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064013
CREATED:20250527T183143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T183143Z
UID:22462-1751616000-1751671800@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:40-Day Spiritual Festival 2025 from June 1- July 10 (Guru Purnima)\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:40-Day Spiritual Festival 2025 from June 1- July 10 (Guru Purnima)\, 2025\nRead here “42nd Annual 40-Days Spiritual Festival\, June 1-July 10\, 2025″ courtesy of AHYMSIN.org. \nThe festival is 40-days of purification of all aspects of our being through chosen practices. \nSome options for practices are : \nBegin or increase the Sangha “Akhanda-mandala mantra” japa to honor Gurudev Swami Rama \nBegin or increase the Sangha Ganesha mantra japa…practice embodying Ganesha in stillness\, in his stillness. \nDecrease screen time\, especially in the evening; put down the phone\, turn off the computer. \nFind ways to honor Earth Mother: walk in silence in the woods\, feed the wild animals\, nourish the ants\, pick up trash in nature\, contemplate one of the five elements in nature. \nFast one day a week\, could be partial fasting or simply eliminating one preferred food item. \nContemplate that which helps you be still. \nDo self-study and journal your experiences. \nStudy “Sutra 1.33\,” the Brahma Viharas\, especially Upeksha (equanimity in the face of evil.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/40-day-spiritual-festival-2025-from-june-1-july-10-guru-purnima-2025/2025-07-04/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250703T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250703T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064013
CREATED:20250702T181259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T181325Z
UID:22586-1751572800-1751576400@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:9-Day "Guru Gita" Recitation via Zoom from Tuesday\, July 1 - Wednesday\, July 9\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:New opportunity to prepare for Guru Purnima during the 40-Day Spiritual Festival….\n9-Day “Sri Guru Gita” Recitation via Zoom\nJuly 1 – July 9\, 2025\nBegins at 8:00 p.m. CT\nThe exception is on Thursday\, July 3\, 2025.\nThe  “Guru Gita” introduction and recording will be played between 7:30: and 8:30 during Thursday Satsang.\nAs a tradition in our Sangha\, the Guru Gita’s recording by Pundits at SRSG is shared via Zoom during the 11 days leading to Guru Purnima. Tonight is the 1st day that the Guru Gita recording will be shared via Zoom. The session will begin at 8:00 p.m. CT. \n\n“Three chapters in the latter part of the Skanda Purana\, one of the most widely read of the 18 Puranas composed by Sage Vyasa\, comprise the verses referred to as the Guru Gita\, the “Song in Praise of the Guru”. The verses are the dialogue between Shiva and Parvati that serve as a fount of knowledge and wisdom about the Guru\, the Guru’s power and greatness\, and specific ways of paying adoration.” ~Stoma on 6/27/24~ \n\nRead here the “Guru Gita” in English…newest version with diacritical marks. \nRead here the text of the “Guru Gita” in Sanskrit. \nThe audio starts with: Mama catur vidha puruartha siddhyarthe jape viniyoga… \nand continues with Verse One: (these audio verses match all succeeding written verses until 182 ending) \nSūta uvāca: verse one begins on bottom of page 3 of the English translation \n  \nVerse 1\, Sūta said: \n Kailāsa-śikhare ramye \nbhakti-sandhāna-nāyakam\, \nPranamya pārvatī bhaktyā \nśankaram paryaprcchata. \nTo listen to the audio recording of the “Guru Gita” click here. \n\n 
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/9-day-guru-gita-recitation-via-zoom-from-tuesday-july-1-wednesday-july-9-2025/2025-07-03/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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SUMMARY:Thursday Satsang with In-Person Meditation and Talk via Zoom: Introduction to the "Guru Gita" followed by the recorded recitation of the "Guru Gita" with Emilio Bettaglio via zoom - July 3\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Thursday Satsang with In-Person Meditation and Talk via Zoom – July 3\, 2025\nMeditation at 7:00 p.m. with Swami Radha will be in person.\nIntroduction to the “Guru Gita”\nfollowed by the recorded recitation of the “Guru Gita”\nwith Emilio Bettaglio via zoom\n\n	\n\n\n5:30-6:45 p.m.: Gentle Hatha Yoga with Michael Snodgrass\n7:00-7:30 p.m: In-Person Guided Meditation with Swami Radha Bharati\n7:30-8:30 p.m.: Introduction to the “Guru Gita”\nfollowed by the recorded recitation of the “Guru Gita” with Emilio Bettaglio\n8:30 p.m.: Evening Prayers\n\n	\n\n\nEmilio will give a brief introduction to the “Guru Gita” followed by the recorded recitation of the “Song of the Guru.” \nThe “Guru Gita” (lit. ’Song of the Guru’) is a n Indian scripture that is said to have been authored by the sage Vyasa. The verses of this scripture may also be chanted. The text is part of the larger Skanda Purana. There are several versions of the “Guru Gita\,” varying from around 100 to over 400 verses. Another view is that “Guru Gita” is part of “Viswasara Tantra”…. \n…The text of the “Guru Gita” describes a conversation between …Shiva and his wife\, the goddess Parvati\, in which she asks him how to achieve liberation. Shiva answers her by describing the guru principle\, the proper ways of worshiping the guru and the methods and benefits of repeating the “Guru Gita.” Courtesy of Wikipedia.org. \nVerse 4\nDurlabham trishu lokeshu\, tach chrnushva vadaamyaham; Gurum vinaa Brahma naanyat\, satyam satyam varaanane. \nHere is the secret knowledge that is difficult to attain in the three worlds. Listen to it carefully as I reveal it to you now. The Absolute is the same as the Guru. \nThis is the truth\, O beautiful One\, this is the truth. \nTo support the work of The Meditation Center and register you can donate hereor make a general donation by clicking on the “donate” button on the “Support TMC” website page. \nOr donate through PayPal. \nThere is parking available for TMC visitors in the St. Boniface lot across the street from the Center. \n\nRead here the “Guru Gita” in English…newest version with diacritical marks. \nRead here the text of the “Guru Gita” in Sanskrit. \nThe audio starts with: Mama catur vidha puruartha siddhyarthe jape viniyoga… and continues with Verse One: (these audio verses match all succeeding written verses until 182 ending) \nSūta uvāca: verse one begins on bottom of page 3 of the English translation \nVerse 1\, Sūta said: \n Kailāsa-śikhare ramye \nbhakti-sandhāna-nāyakam\, \nPranamya pārvatī bhaktyā \nśankaram paryaprcchata. \nTo listen to the audio recording of the “Guru Gita” click here.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/thursday-satsang-with-in-person-meditation-and-talk-via-zoom-introduction-to-the-guru-gita-followed-by-the-recorded-recitation-of-the-guru-gita-with-emilio-bettaglio-via-zoom-july/
CATEGORIES:Thursday Satsangs
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SUMMARY:Thursday Evening In Person:  Gentle Hatha Yoga (Drop In) 5:30-6:45 p.m. Everyone is Welcome
DESCRIPTION:Thursday Evening In Person Gentle Hatha Yoga (Drop In)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime:  5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. \nInstructors: Varies…Chris Young\, Michael Snodgrass\, Sunita Gangopadhyay\, Susan Guthrie\, Eric Ness \nFees: $10.00/class \nThursday Evening DROP-IN HATHA CLASSES (ONGOING)\nEveryone is Welcome! These classes are for all levels. Instructors excel at leading the class in relaxation\, gentle asana (yoga positions) and pranayama (breath). Relieve stress\, achy joints\, improve balance at all levels and increase your sense of well being. No registration necessary\, just show up.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/thursday-evening-in-person-gentle-hatha-yoga-drop-in-530-645-p-m-everyone-is-welcome/2025-07-03/
CATEGORIES:Classes,Hatha Yoga
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SUMMARY:40-Day Spiritual Festival 2025 from June 1- July 10 (Guru Purnima)\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:40-Day Spiritual Festival 2025 from June 1- July 10 (Guru Purnima)\, 2025\nRead here “42nd Annual 40-Days Spiritual Festival\, June 1-July 10\, 2025″ courtesy of AHYMSIN.org. \nThe festival is 40-days of purification of all aspects of our being through chosen practices. \nSome options for practices are : \nBegin or increase the Sangha “Akhanda-mandala mantra” japa to honor Gurudev Swami Rama \nBegin or increase the Sangha Ganesha mantra japa…practice embodying Ganesha in stillness\, in his stillness. \nDecrease screen time\, especially in the evening; put down the phone\, turn off the computer. \nFind ways to honor Earth Mother: walk in silence in the woods\, feed the wild animals\, nourish the ants\, pick up trash in nature\, contemplate one of the five elements in nature. \nFast one day a week\, could be partial fasting or simply eliminating one preferred food item. \nContemplate that which helps you be still. \nDo self-study and journal your experiences. \nStudy “Sutra 1.33\,” the Brahma Viharas\, especially Upeksha (equanimity in the face of evil.
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/40-day-spiritual-festival-2025-from-june-1-july-10-guru-purnima-2025/2025-07-03/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250702T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250702T210000
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UID:22585-1751486400-1751490000@themeditationcenter.org
SUMMARY:9-Day "Guru Gita" Recitation via Zoom from Tuesday\, July 1 - Wednesday\, July 9\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:New opportunity to prepare for Guru Purnima during the 40-Day Spiritual Festival….\n9-Day “Sri Guru Gita” Recitation via Zoom\nJuly 1 – July 9\, 2025\nBegins at 8:00 p.m. CT\nThe exception is on Thursday\, July 3\, 2025.\nThe  “Guru Gita” introduction and recording will be played between 7:30: and 8:30 during Thursday Satsang.\nAs a tradition in our Sangha\, the Guru Gita’s recording by Pundits at SRSG is shared via Zoom during the 11 days leading to Guru Purnima. Tonight is the 1st day that the Guru Gita recording will be shared via Zoom. The session will begin at 8:00 p.m. CT. \n\n“Three chapters in the latter part of the Skanda Purana\, one of the most widely read of the 18 Puranas composed by Sage Vyasa\, comprise the verses referred to as the Guru Gita\, the “Song in Praise of the Guru”. The verses are the dialogue between Shiva and Parvati that serve as a fount of knowledge and wisdom about the Guru\, the Guru’s power and greatness\, and specific ways of paying adoration.” ~Stoma on 6/27/24~ \n\nRead here the “Guru Gita” in English…newest version with diacritical marks. \nRead here the text of the “Guru Gita” in Sanskrit. \nThe audio starts with: Mama catur vidha puruartha siddhyarthe jape viniyoga… \nand continues with Verse One: (these audio verses match all succeeding written verses until 182 ending) \nSūta uvāca: verse one begins on bottom of page 3 of the English translation \n  \nVerse 1\, Sūta said: \n Kailāsa-śikhare ramye \nbhakti-sandhāna-nāyakam\, \nPranamya pārvatī bhaktyā \nśankaram paryaprcchata. \nTo listen to the audio recording of the “Guru Gita” click here. \n\n 
URL:https://themeditationcenter.org/class/9-day-guru-gita-recitation-via-zoom-from-tuesday-july-1-wednesday-july-9-2025/2025-07-02/
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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