2009 May Buddha’s Birthday Celebration

~ ~ ~ ~ Y O U ’ R E I N V I T E D ! ~ ~ ~ ~ BUDDHA’S BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION Dae Yen Sa International Buddhist Temple 19 Kinsey Road, New Hartford, CT Saturday, May 2, 2009 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Baby Buddha DAYʼS SCHEDULE: 9:00 AM -10:00 AM Yoga Tai Chi 10:00 AM -10:15 AM Tea Break 10:15 AM -10:45 AM Silent Meditation 10:45 AM -11:00 AM Walking and Break 11:00 AM -11:30 AM Chanting and Dharma 11:30 AM -12:00 PM Healthy Vegetarian Lunch 12:00 PM -1:00 PM Korean Buddhist Birthday Ceremony 1:00 PM -2:00 PM Ceremonial Bathing of Baby Buddha 2:00 PM -2:30 PM Singing 2:30 PM -3:00 PM Discussion In Korea the birthday of Buddha is a very happy occasion, celebrated according to the lunisolar calendar. This day is called Seokga Tansinil, meaning "the day of Buddha's birthday" or Bucheonim Osin Nal meaning "the day when Buddha arrived". Throughout the month of May, lotus lanterns cover the temple grounds. Come participate in a day of joy and friendship. Free vegetarian meal and tea for all. For more information please contact the temple. O M M A N I P A D M E H U M Let yourself be open and life will be easier. A spoon of salt in a glass of water makes the water undrinkable. A spoon of salt in a lake is almost unnoticed. -- Buddha Cell: (860) 459-6255 Telephone: (860) 489-3254 Love, light and peace! Donations greatly appreciated!