Mother Earth, Ancestral Memory & the Wisdom of Women
Sunday, October 11 — 9:00–10:00 AM
Sunshine Lecture with Dr. Marva McClean
Join Dr. Marva McClean, Jamaican-born author, poet, and cultural scholar, for a reflective exploration of Indigenous heritage, the wisdom of women, and our enduring relationship with Mother Earth.
Drawing upon her research across the African Diaspora, her Caribbean roots, and her research with Indigenous communities, Dr. McClean will weave poetry, storytelling, and personal reflection into a conversation about ancestral memory, cultural identity, matrilineal heritage, and belonging.
Kirtan with Rayananda and The Wandering Sadhus
Saturday, November 7 — 2:00–4:00 PM
Let’s attune ourselves to the sacred vibrations of the Holy Names and experience together the heart-opening ecstasy and purification of chant. Sing, dance, rejoice, and help send vibrations of Peace and Love into the world.
The Kirtan is free and first-timers are always welcome. Love donations will support Yoga Shakti Mission and Second Harvest Food Bank.
Sound Bath and Meditation with Shanti Priya
Saturday, November 21 — 2:00–3:30 PM
Come and relax and bask in the healing sounds of the crystal bowls, Tibetan bells, and mantra with Shanti Priya.
Love donations go to the Yoga Shakti Ashram.
Thanksgiving Potluck
Thursday, November 26 — 12:00 Noon
Bring a vegetarian dish to share and join us in fellowship and celebration!
Ma Mokshapriya Shakti Visits — Finding Balance in Our Modern World
Friday, December 4 – Sunday, December 6
Ma Mokshapriya Shakti, the director of Mataji’s New York Ashram, is visiting. She will hold Satsang each morning at 6:45 AM and each evening at 6:45 PM, after Aarti, while she is here.
- Saturday, December 5 — 9:00 AM–5:00 PM — Full-day retreat: philosophy, meditation, yoga, deep relaxation, and vegetarian lunch. Donation $120 (includes lunch).
- Sunday, December 6 — 9:00–10:00 AM — Sunshine Lecture: “Controlling the Mind”
- Sunday, December 6 — 2:00–5:00 PM — Workshop: “Techniques to Harness the Mind.” Donation $30.
Please preregister at yogashaktipalmbay@gmail.com.
Christmas Day Potluck
Friday, December 25 — 12:00 Noon
Bring a vegetarian dish to share and join us in fellowship and celebration!