Spring/Summer Events
     
 

23rd May              SAGA DAWA

Celebration of the Buddha's birth, enlightenment and parinirvana and 20 years in Ireland of our precious teacher Ven. Panchen Otrul Rinpoche and Jampa Ling.

We invite you to share in the celebration of  this very special day  - Please bring food to share.

Starts at 11 a.m.

12th - 13th June   FINDING PEACE 

A weekend of relaxation, with instructions  on how to develop a peaceful mind and a relaxed body.

Come and  enjoy the peace of Jampa Ling Centre.

Lead by Frank Conway and  Desmond Gough.

21st  June            SUMMER SOLSTICE

The celebration includes a purification ceremony for the environment 

Starts at 2.30 p.m. everyone welcome.

26th June             UNIVERSAL DAY OF PRAYER

 This day was initiated by H.H. the Dalai Lama.  Prayers will continue the whole day in the shrine room.  Everyone welcome to join in during the day .

Starts  8.30 a.m.

3rd-4th July          WHITE TARA INITIATION AND RETREAT

given by Ven. Panchen Otrul Rinpoche

For students wishing to take this initiation and also for those already having the initation.  The initiation can be taken a second time.


6th July                CELEBRATION WITH PRAYERS 

for the birthday and Long life of His Holiness the Dalai Lama.  

Starts at 2.30 P.M.


6th - 8th August YAMANTAKA RETREAT

For students who have taken the  Yamantaka Initiation

Please arrive in the afternoon to help arranging the shrine and room  etc.

21st-22nd August          MEDITATION  RETREAT

For students and any one needing 'time out'.

This is a silent weekend,  an opportunity to meditate with a group, with  time for some instruction and   discussion.  We offer a very relaxed, no-pressure retreat weekend  for every one . Lead by  Joy  O'Reilly  

13th May, 
11th July10th August          MAHAYANA PRECEPTS

This is a purification practise at the time of the New  moon.  It lasts for 24 hours and includes partial fasting.

Those wishing to participate should arrive the evening before, the practise starts before sunrise.




Other Events

All advertised workshops are fundraising events for our  Mongolian project

8th May DUSK CHORUS

Anyone interested in birds will enjoy joining with the Bird Watchers Society …..   Everyone is welcome. Light refreshments beforehand will be served.

Arrive  by 7 .30p.m. 

WORK WEEKENDS
29th - 30th May/4th- 5th September

These highly successful weekends are very important for maintaining the upkeep and running the centre. We ask people to spare some time to come and help.  We offer meals and accommodation in return.

10th June  'THE TINKER'S CURSE'

we are delighted that  MICHAEL HARDING   has offered to  give his performance of the above at  the

Templeport Community Centre.

'nothing short of  Glorious'  the Sunday Independent.

Music by Finbar Coady - EVERYONE WELCOME

Starts  prompt at  8 p.m. Fundraiser for Jampa Ling 


19th June  ART THERAPY

An afternoon of exploring your feeling through the use of art materials.  No art experience necessary

With Sarah ……… 2 p.m. - 4.30 p.m.
 
TAI JI
10.30 - 1 p.m.
20th June,  25th July, 29th August           

Led by Romy Gray 049 9523025

These classes  are suitable for beginners and more experienced practioners.



4th July VINYASA  YOGA 

Lauren will give you the basic tips, guidelines and recommendations you will need to start a successful yoga practice.

Linking the breath with movement, this is a very gentle yoga suitable for all ages.

with Lauren Hensey- 10.30 a.m. - 4.30 p.m. 
Please bring vegetarian lunch to share



10th July  GROW YOUR OWN ORGANIC VEG.

You will be guided  through basic skills - step by step, in a relaxed  way by Aisling Blackburn, a trained Horticulturalist and our two USA interns !

Come and enjoy our walled garden and grounds.

10-00 a.m.- 5. p.m.  Please bring vegetarian lunch to share.

2nd August OPEN DAY -

Linked with Bawnboy's  Festival Week.

Everyone is invited to spend an informal day at the centre, and to enjoy the garden and grounds with your friends and relatives.

Stay for a cup of tea and visit our craft shop

There will also be a Cake and Book Sale to raise funds for our  Mongolian project   

Open from 2.30 p.m. - 5.00 p.m.

Offers to help on the day are greatly appreciated - please contact us


14th - 15th August         CHILDRENS' WEEKEND

Come and have fun - a weekend of activity and games for all ages - parents are invited too!  bring your tent or caravan or stay in Tara House.  Book a place soon.

27th August STORY TELLING FOR ADULTS

Come and enjoy  an evening of Poetry and music

with Tony Cookson and Bee Smith

8 euros, 5 euros concession.

7.30 p.m.  Tara House.
 
 

11th  September              NATURAL VOICE AND  SINGING WORKSHOP.

This highly popular work shop gives us the opportunity of expressing ourselves in song.  No previous singing ability is necessary - just learn to  enjoy the sound of your own voice and to fun singing !

Lead by Anna Felton and Eileen Stephens

Bring vegetarian lunch to share.

12th September         WANDERING THROUGH WEEDS.

This day will show how all the plants we call WEEDS can be used either for cooking or medicinal purposes.

Led by Judith Hoad 10.a.m.   - 4.00 p.m.

Bring vegetarian lunch to share.



Ongoing Events

Dharma for Kids   
A regular meeting will be held on the last Saturday of each month,  gently introducing youngsters to the practise of Dharma. It will include a range of activities, both inside and out, and usually a little time in the shrine room. We welcome parents to participate in this new venture with their children. It is not necessary to come every month. 

Time 3p.m. - 4 p.m.

Meditation for Beginners   

Every Tuesday in Tara House from 7p.m - 8 p.m.


New and full moon days

The opportunity to join in the practice of the 35 Buddhas .Please contact the Centre regarding the time of practice.

Individual Work Weekend

An opportunity for Rinpoche's students

(maximum two people per weekend) to offer their time to help with the maintenance of their Centre. Accommodation and meals provided.
Bookings may be limited, so please book in advance.





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