DYC CALENDAR: July-August 2010
July 7
Ekadashi
Fasting* is beneficial/recommended
July 10/11
New Moon
Begins on 7/10 at 3:34 p.m. PDT; ends on 7/11 at 12:40 p.m PDT
July 14–Aug 2
Mount Kailash/Lake Mansarovar Pilgrimage
Nepal/Tibet
July 21
Ekadashi
Fasting* is beneficial/recommended
July 24/25
Full Moon
Begins on 7/24 at 4:42 p.m. PDT; ends on 7/25 at 6:36 p.m. PDT
July 25
Guru Purnima Celebrations†
Antioch, CA (Contact: Sumati)
Woodbury, CT (Contact: Jackie)
Aug 6
Ekadashi
Fasting* is beneficial/recommended
Aug 8/9
New Moon
Begins on 8/8 at 11:45 p.m. PDT; ends on 8/9 at 8:08 p.m. PDT
Aug 19
Ekadashi
Fasting* is beneficial/recommended
Aug 23/24
Full Moon
Begins on 8/23 at 7:38 a.m. PDT; ends on 8/24 at 10:04 p.m. PDT
Aug 24
Raksha Bandhan
Literally “bond of protection.” On this day, sisters tie a string around their brother’s wrist, pledging protection from harm, especially in matters of spirit. The brothers, in return, pledge to ensure their sisters’ physical comfort and well-being.
Aug 31
Janmashtami/Guruji’s Mahasamadhi Anniversary
On this most auspicious day, disciples are asked to get together in groups to do practices (all-night chanting is ideal). If that is not possible, please do extra practices on your own, holding God and Dhyanyogiji in your heart and mind. (Please note: the Mahasamadhi Retreat will be held Friday, September 3 – Sunday, September 6, in Antioch, CA.)
* The traditional Indian fast means avoiding grains and beans, but one may eat root vegetables, spinach, dairy products, fruits, and nuts.
† Event registration forms are available here.
Shri Anandi Ma’s 2010 schedule of events can be found here.
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