THE BIG Celebration: VESAK (Buddha's B'day and more!) May 3rd Sunday morning

There's no greater holy occasion than the full moon of May *for Buddhists. (This year we have 2 full moons landing on the May calendar, and chose to celebrate on the 1st one.) Not only the final birthday of our great Techer, it marks his enlightenment day and the date of his passing away. The holiday is called Vesak.

In some Buddhist countries the festivities of Vesak holiday season, leading up to the big full moon day, begin 2 weeks before the full moon. Here we will celebrate for half a day on Sunday May 3rd, with enthusiasm, and with Vesak decorations, holiday food treats, and reflections on the life of the historic Buddha.

All are welcome, bring your whole family, and kindly RSVP for yourself and guests.

White clothing is traditional, not required, byt we do ask that you dress modestly (covering shoulders knees & belly with loose-fitting clothing).

SCHEDULE
7 AM: Sunrise meditation outdoors
8 AM: Breakfast dana (potluck)
9 AM: "Awakening of a Buddha" - talk by Ayya Sudhamma
10 AM: Dhamma school teaching and crafts project (Vesak lanterns)
11:30 AM: Buddha Puja & chanting
Noon: Lunch dana (potluck)
1:00 PM: "Arising & Passing of the Buddha's Life" - talk by Ayya Sudhamma

Welcome to join for the whole program or deop by for a little while; we feel happy to see you here!

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