Nov 2011–Jan 2012

Come Do a Personal Anusthan in Nikora†
Nikora, India
Contact: Jayshree

Dec 5

Ekadashi
Fasting* is beneficial/recommended

Dec 9/10

Full Moon
Begins on 12/9 at 4:57 a.m. PST; ends on 12/10 at 6:36 a.m. PST

Dec 10

Total Lunar Eclipse
This eclipse will be fully visible in Asia, Australia, the South Pacific, and the westernmost part of India.  Portions of the eclipse will be visible in North and Central America, the Middle East, Europe, and most of India.  More information about visibility and eclipse times is available here and here.
(Please refer to the article on eclipse practices.)

Dec 20

Ekadashi
Fasting* is beneficial/recommended

Dec 23/24

New Moon
Begins on 12/23 at 12:31 p.m. PST; ends on 12/24 at 10:06 a.m. PST

Dec 25

Christmas
On this day, please do practices for world peace.

Dec 28

Shri Dhyanyogi’s Birthday
This is an auspicious day for disciples to gather and do group practices. Please make an effort to participate in a group celebration in your area.

Dec 31/Jan 1

New Year’s Eve/New Year’s Day
Junctures are significant times for spiritual practice. Please do extra practices, individually or in groups, at midnight.

Jan 4

Ekadashi
Fasting* is beneficial/recommended

Jan 7/8

Full Moon
Begins on 1/7 at 11:17 p.m. PST; ends on 1/8 at 11:30 p.m. PST

Jan 19

Ekadashi
Fasting* is beneficial/recommended

Jan 22

New Moon
Begins on 1/22 at 12:49 a.m. PST; ends on 1/22 at 11:39 p.m. PST

Jan 27, 28

Come Do a Personal Anusthan in Antioch
Antioch, CA
Contact: Jayshree

* The traditional Indian fast means avoiding grains and beans, but one may eat root vegetables, spinach, dairy products, fruits, and nuts.

† The registration deadline is 2 months before your arrival.