Devotional

Come and participate in a Meditation of the Light of the Most High. This Meditation helps individuals to let go of stress, learn to get quiet and connect to the Spirit within. The Meditation involves the Light of the Most High; this process provides a way to rise above and go beyond everyday thoughts, feelings and emotions and to truly Meditation lasts one hour; please arrive ten minutes earlier as doors close promptly five minutes before meditation starts. Instruction for Beginners will be provided; no previous experience is required. Meditations are free of charge with a $5 donation gratefully accepted. No prior registration is necessary. You are always welcome! **Proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test within 24 hours required to enter. Masks Required.** **Please refrain from wearing any perfumes, hair sprays, fresh nail polish or remover, colognes, after shaves or other chemicals.**

Start your day with some good coffee and even better company. ☕😄 The purpose of this group is to meet people from all over New York and from all over world. Some people might be new to the area and some might have lived here for a long time. There's no set topics and no sales are allowed. Also please be kind and curious if someone disagrees with you. On Wednesday, February 18th, we’ll meet from 7:30am to 9am at Devoción's Midtown location, which is located at 600 Lexington Avenue. You’re welcome to join and leave whenever you’d like. (Fouad, the host, will have a sky blue and white winter hat and a black coat.) Google maps link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jerihp1ZB3T29mxJ6 Everyone is welcome. If you’re attending, you must purchase one item as the coffee shop is graciously hosting us. Each person is responsible for their own expenses. There are no table reservations at Devoción so hopefully you can get a seat when you arrive. The not so fun rule on RSVPs: Please only RSVP if you think you can make it and adjust your RSVP asap if anything changes (as there are other people who would like your spot). Two no shows or cancellations within 6 hours results in a 4 month ban. I will send a reminder 24 hours in advance to the group. Feel free to reach out with any questions.

### **NYC Breathe and Reset** ### **A Free Intro to SKY Breath Meditation with the Art of Living Foundation** New York energizes us — and exhausts us. We’re always on, and our nervous system pays the price. NYC Breathe and Reset offers a gentle pause — an opportunity to step out of the rush and discover how something as simple as your own breath can reset your mind and recharge your energy. This free, live, in-person session is your introduction to the Art of Living Part 1 Course and the world-renowned Sudarshan Kriya™ (SKY) — a powerful breathing practice created by humanitarian and meditation pioneer Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. In just 60 minutes, you’ll: * Learn a simple, soothing breathing technique to quiet the mind * Experience a guided meditation that leaves you clear, light, and recharged * Discover how SKY Breath Meditation supports deeper sleep, reduces anxiety, and sharpens focus * Connect with a warm community of New Yorkers taking a mindful break from the rush Seats are limited, so claim yours and feel the difference one hour can make. Your breath can change everything. Come find out how.

To attend enroll here: [https://luma.com/q6kuetpe](https://luma.com/q6kuetpe) Agenda​ ​5 - 5:45: Pizza / Beer ​​5:45 - 6:15: NetApp, what we do, our role in open source - Mariah McLaughlin, NetApp ​​6:15 - 7:00: Unleashing AI in Cassandra 5 - Ritam Das, NetApp ​​7:00 - 8:00: When “Eventually” Meant 11 ms: Designing Deterministic Cassandra Architectures in the Telecom Core - Thomas Elliott, Your Augmented Life Advisory Services ​​8:00 - 9:00: Networking

**Join us for Tranquil Wednesdays: A Meditation Journey, a weekly series dedicated to bringing peace and serenity into your life.** Every Wednesday at 2 pm, we invite you to step away from the hustle and bustle of your daily routine and embark on a journey of inner exploration. Our meditation sessions are designed to help you relax, recharge, and reconnect with your true self. During each session, we will guide you through a series of meditations that are tailored to cultivate tranquility, balance, and harmony. Whether you are new to meditation or looking to deepen your practice, our supportive environment provides the perfect space for personal growth and reflection. **What to Expect:** \- A welcoming and inclusive atmosphere \- Guided meditations to promote relaxation and inner peace \- Techniques to help you integrate meditation into your daily life \- An opportunity to connect with a community of like\-minded individuals **Benefits:** \- Reduced stress and anxiety \- Enhanced mental clarity and focus \- Improved emotional well\-being \- A deeper sense of connection to oneself and others **Details:** \- Date: Every Wednesday \- Time: 2 pm \- Location: 4324 220th Pl\. Bayside\, NY 11361 No prior meditation experience is necessary. We encourage you to come as you are, with an open heart and mind, ready to embrace the tranquility within. For more information or to reserve your spot, please contact us at 718-225-3472. We look forward to embarking on this journey of tranquility with you!

### NYC Breathe and Reset ### A Free Intro to SKY Breath Meditation with the Art of Living Foundation New York energizes us — and exhausts us. We’re always on, and our nervous system pays the price. NYC Breathe and Reset offers a gentle pause — an opportunity to step out of the rush and discover how something as simple as your own breath can reset your mind and recharge your energy. This free, live, in-person session is your introduction to the Art of Living Part 1 Course and the world-renowned Sudarshan Kriya™ (SKY) — a powerful breathing practice created by humanitarian and meditation pioneer Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. In just 60 minutes, you’ll: * Learn a simple, soothing breathing technique to quiet the mind * Experience a guided meditation that leaves you clear, light, and recharged * Discover how SKY Breath Meditation supports deeper sleep, reduces anxiety, and sharpens focus * Connect with a warm community of New Yorkers taking a mindful break from the rush Seats are limited, so claim yours and feel the difference one hour can make. Your breath can change everything. Come find out how.

Kirtan has always been the heartbeat of the Bhakti Center and our community. Prior to the pandemic, regular kirtans gave us the opportunity to express our hearts in a devotional manner through music and mantra as well as create a space of connection for the city’s Bhakti practitioners. While we have taken every precaution over the past year to respond in a responsible manner to the current COVID-19 situation, to spend so long without being able to come together and share this sacred practice has been a great challenge.

Come and join us at Bloomfield College Center for Technology + Creativity to participate in playtesting and socializing with fellow local game developers! While it's not necessary to have an active game project in order to attend, we welcome all those who are interested in game development! Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this event is perfect for anyone who enjoys playing games or wants to learn more about game development. If you do have a game project that you'd like feedback on, we welcome all types of games, whether they be digital or tabletop! We'll have tables and chairs set up for playtesting. If you're looking for playtesters, we just ask that you claim a spot on one of the tables to place your set up on, and sit on the opposite side of the table. Please bring your own laptop/equipment/etc.

UNLEASH YOUR HIDDEN POTENTIAL BY AWAKENING, SEEING AND REALIZING YOUR DIVINE SELF THROUGH ADVANCED MEDITATION TECHNIQUES! WHAT IS SATSANG? In Indian philosophy it means the company of the highest truth, the company of a guru, or company with an assembly of persons who listen to, talk about, and assimilate the truth. This typically involves listening to scriptures, reflecting on, discussing and assimilating their meaning, meditating on the source of these words, and bringing their meaning into ones's daily life. WHAT IS MEDITATION? In meditation one is able to experience the self which leads to a peaceful and stress free life; ultimately achieving bliss and tranquility through a balanced mind and healthy lifestyle! Divya Jyoti Kendra (Divine Light Awakening Center) is a non-profit organization, which has been working globally towards one goal - To Help Humanity! We believe raising humanity to a higher collective consciousness is the prime key to attaining global peace and a restored society. Please join us for Spiritual Discourses every Sunday! Please Visit Us: www.Divinelightworld.org Email: info@Divinelightworld.org Call: 718-298-5545

#### *A Spiritual Clarity Space - Live Kirtan - Spiritual Discourse - Sumptuous Vegetarian Feast* 6:00-6:30pm - Live Kirtan in temple room 6:30-7:45pm - Wisdom Talk @ Lotus Room 7:45pm - Dinner @ Lotus Room [TheDarshanRoom.com](https://thedarshanroom.com/ "https://thedarshanroom.com") Does this cost $ -There is no door fee but donations are appreciated. What to wear? -Come as you are. Are there any rules to be aware of? -In the sacred spaces like the temple room and our Lotus Room we remove our shoes before entering.

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Explore the philosophy of bhakti, which is the spiritual practice of awakening our potential to love in this weekly in person gathering. Our time together will include uplifting teachings, captivating wisdom, and heartwarming stories. Topics are aimed at helping us see ourselves, the world around us, and the Divine with a realistic spiritual vision and a higher level of consciousness. We especially like to include practical examples on how to implement ancient teachings into life in the real world. This program is especially inviting those who are new or have no prior knowledge of bhakti. We will have music meditation to open the heart and clear the mind, a short thematic talk, and lots of time for questions and discussion.

***Special Guests:*** This month we will be joined by our friends from [Localhost Research](https://lclhost.org/)! **Special thanks to our sponsor [Cake Wallet](https://cakewallet.com/) for providing the food!** * We will open doors at 6pm for socializing, and plan on starting the discussion around 7pm. * RSVPs required! You \*MUST\* put your first and last name in the RSVP questionnaire. Due to policies at our host location's building, you may be asked for photo ID at the security desk. **Thanks to our friends at Chaincode Labs for refreshments and event space.** If this is your first time, please read about our Socratic Seminar series [here](https://bitdevs.org/about). Our topic list will be available closer to the event on [bitdevs.org](https://bitdevs.org/). Please make topic suggestions in the comments section below, or reach out to us on [Twitter](https://x.com/BitDevsNYC) or [nostr](https://damus.io/npub1nydevscv0slx9eyr0chkkdgzqfhtp4guk039akhq6g9fnsrf6lcsup3hqs)!

*Adi Purusa has been feeding NYC for the past 27 years straight. Serving hot meals at Tomkins Square Park to tens of hundreds every week. Adi, a direct student of Śrīla Prabhupāda for over 50 years, shares stories of life of giving. Join us this Sunday.* Learn more about **Adi Purusha** in his latest interview on [New York Spirit](http://%5Bhttps://open.substack.com/pub/nyspirit/p/25-years-of-service?utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=post%20viewer%5D(https://open.substack.com/pub/nyspirit/p/25-years-of-service?utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=post%20viewer)). ***A Spiritual Clarity Space - Live Kirtan - Spiritual Discourse - Sumptuous Vegetarian Feast*** 6:00-6:30pm - Live Kirtan in temple room 6:30-7:45pm - Wisdom Talk @ Lotus Room 7:45pm - Dinner @ Lotus Room [TheDarshanRoom.com](https://thedarshanroom.com/ "https://thedarshanroom.com") Does this cost $ -There is no door fee but donations are appreciated. What to wear? -Come as you are. Are there any rules to be aware of? -In the sacred spaces like the temple room and our Lotus Room we remove our shoes before entering.

Join fellow artists and the DeviantArt team for an unforgettable evening of creativity and connection in LA! **Not on DeviantArt yet? Come to learn how to turn your digital art into a thriving business with a community of art lovers and buyers at your fingertips!** * Discover what's next for the creator economy directly from our CEO * Hear inspiration from top sellers and learn about their journey * Explore tools designed to support your growth * Draw, discuss, and celebrate with the DeviantArt community **Event Schedule**: * **3:00 PM – Private Mentorship ([Sign up here](https://forms.gle/PC5oabBzmzTANCrz5)!)** Deviants who have signed up can get an exclusive DeviantArt walkthrough with tips and tricks from VP Product Marketing Dan Leveille (@danlev) Success Manager Dave Kaufman (@4loorislava), Success Manager Michael Gonzalez (@mikadigitalco), Niels van Dalen and AZmaybe9. * **4:00 PM – Doors Open** Arrive early, enjoy light refreshments, and mingle with fellow artists. The first 20 guests at the door get an exclusive DeviantArt hat! * **4:30 PM – Evolving Times:** What’s In DeviantArt's Near Future CEO Moti Levy (@Wannabby) reveals what’s in store for deviants and sellers in the future. * **5:00 PM – The Growth of Artist Monetization** CRO Liat Karpel Gurwicz (@lollycavalier) discusses monetization tools and tricks to grow your business on DeviantArt. * **5:30 PM – Deep Dive with AZmaybe9** Host Lauren Rawlins (@TheLaurenVerse) interviews the duo behind AZmaybe9 and Niels van Dalen – to learn their path to success. * **6:15 PM – Supercharge Your Sales** VP Product Marketing Dan Leveille (@danlev) spotlights essential seller tools and product features, exploring the ins and outs of features like Messages, Boost, Studio, Analytics, Discounts, and a sneak peek at a new seller tool. * **6:45 PM – Draw and Network** The time is yours to mix and mingle with attendees, pose for pictures with your friends new and old, and draw with the materials provided, including our 25th Birthday Coloring Books and colored pencils. Enjoy DeviantArt offline! This FREE event includes refreshments. Spots are limited, so RSVP today and join us for an evening that celebrates creativity, growth, and community! Want a peek at the chaos and fun of our last DevMeet? Check out the New York Launchpad recap video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVFYy1IWfBA

Kirtan has always been the heartbeat of the Bhakti Center and our community. Prior to the pandemic, regular kirtans gave us the opportunity to express our hearts in a devotional manner through music and mantra as well as create a space of connection for the city’s Bhakti practitioners. While we have taken every precaution over the past year to respond in a responsible manner to the current COVID-19 situation, to spend so long without being able to come together and share this sacred practice has been a great challenge.

***Are you ready to learn spiritual techniques that bring enlightenment in a natural way—from the inside out?*** Have you had spiritual experiences that have you seeking answers? Have you attended one of our online spiritual discussions based on a topic that intrigues you, and you want to continue the conversation? Are you ready to discover who you are as a spiritual being? "The *Easy Way* discourses are a portal for you to enter the secret worlds that exist beyond our cosmos, the higher regions so well known to the ECK travelers and the saints of old.” —Harold Klemp, *The Call of Soul*, p. 96 A new in-person ECK Satsang class, ***The Easy Way Discourses*,** will begin on **Thursday, February 19, 2026,** from **7–8:30 pm**. This year-long in-person class will meet on the **3rd Thursday** of each month at the **Eckankar Center of** **New York City** at **4 W. 43rd St., Suite 503, NYC NY 10036.** This Satsang class is open to all students of ECKANKAR who live within New York State or Bermuda and who have their own copy of the discourse. New students may join the class anytime up to — and including — the third lesson in the discourse on **Thursday, April 16, 2026**. After that date, the class will be closed to new participants. **Class dates open to new students include:** • Thursday, February 19, 2026, 7–8:30 pm • Thursday, March 19, 2026, 7–8:30 pm • Friday, April 16, 2026, 7–8:30 pm *The Easy Way Discourses* are available with a one-year membership in Eckankar. At the end of a year, you have a choice to renew and continue studying other discourses, or not to renew. • To learn more, please visit: [https://www.eckankar.org/engage/advanced-spiritual-living/](https://www.eckankar.org/engage/advanced-spiritual-living/) • To enroll, please visit: [https://www.eckankar.org/membership-start/](https://www.eckankar.org/membership-start/) • *The Easy Way Discourses* will be mailed to you. • The discourses can also be accessed online using your Eckankar ID. Once you have membership in Eckankar, you may register for this Satsang class by contacting **[spiritualservices.gnyc@gmail.com](mailto:spiritualservices.gnyc@gmail.com)** This could be a spiritual adventure of your lifetime! To explore this opportunity more, enjoy this *Discover Eckankar and Advanced Spiritual Living* video on YouTube. **[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s78XVcM7HWI&t=4s](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s78XVcM7HWI&t=4s)** For more Eckankar events in New York State taking place online or in person, please visit our NY ECK website at: **[https://eckankar-ny.org](https://eckankar-ny.org)**

Tuesday Night Kirtan is a guided experience of healing and uplifting sound. Integrating mantra, rhythm and beautiful live instruments, the group is led toward a deep state of meditation. In the yoga tradition, sound is used as a powerful tool for inner transformation. Tuesday Night Kirtan is a simple and authentic way to relieve stress, refresh the mind and connect with the heart. Great for new meditators as well as seasoned practitioners.