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Vajrasattva Purification Retreat Nov 2010

Date	Sunday 21 - Saturday 27 November
Time	For all days: 7:30am-9:00am Session 1 10:30am-12:00pm Session 2 12:15pm-1:00pm Heart Jewel Prayers 4:30pm-5:30pm Session 3 7:30-9pm Session 4.
Venue	Dorjechang Centre 62 Graham Rd, London SW19 3SS MAP
Course/Class Description	A week of engaging in a special practice to purify our negative karma by relying upon Buddha Vajrasattva. Buddha Vajrasattva is the Buddha of Purification, by engaging in the Sadhana (prayer booklet) of Buddha Vajrasattva and reciting his mantra we can purify our negative karma. By purifying our mind, gradually we purify our world. You can come along to part of the retreat if you can’t make the whole thing.
Fee	There is no charge for the retreat sessions but donations are welcome. It is also possible to stay for a vegetarian lunch at 1pm. If you would like to stay for lunch please book a day in advance, the cost for lunch is £2.
Booking Information	Contact the Centre (for lunch booking)

Weekend Retreat in Derby

Date	Friday 10 - Sunday 12 December
Time	All day
Venue	Tara Kadampa Meditation Centre Ashe Hall, Ash Lane, Etwall, Derbyshire DE65 6HT MAP
Course/Class Description	Enjoy a weekend away at a beautiful Buddhist Centre in Derby. Meditation sessions will be guided and include teachings. There is plenty of time in between sessions to enjoy the Derbyshire countryside and the tranquillity of Tara Buddhist Centre.
Fee	Fees are inclusive of teachings, accommodation and meals: Single £110 (£120 for ensuite) Twin £100 (£110 for ensuite) Dorm £70
Booking Information	Contact the Centre.

Beckenham Meditation Classes

Date	Thursdays
Time	5:45 - 7pm
Venue	Beckenham Public Hall 4 Bromley Road Beckenham BR3 5JEMAP
	Free public talk on Sept 2nd “Learn to Meditate”
Course/Class Description	Meditation - Relaxing Our Mind (4 weeks) Sept 9 Wk 1 The Practice of Meditation Sept 16 Wk 2 Stress Free Life Sept 23 Wk 3 Positive Thinking Sept 30 Wk 4 How to gain Perfect Happiness Improving Our Relationships (3 weeks) Oct 7 Wk 1 How to Connect with Others Oct 14 Wk 2 Learning to Love Oct 21 Wk 3 Developing a Good Heart How to Solve our Human Problems (6 weeks) Nov 11 Wk 1 Change Your Mind, Change Your Life Nov 18 Wk 2 How Meditation helps Nov 25 Wk 3 Attachment and Desire Dec 2 Wk 4 Acceptance -How to Stop Worry Dec 9 Wk 5 How to be Confident Dec 16 Wk 6 Harmony and Peace with OthersAbout the classes:The meditation classes are open to everyone, from beginners to those with meditation experience. They can be attended on a drop-in basis so there is no need to book in advance.
Fee	Per class: £8, orCourse Cards (available at classes): 4 classes for £28, 5 classes for £35
Booking Information	No booking required.

Nurturing our Life of Meditation

Date	Saturday October 9
Time	10am-5pm
Venue	Dorjechang Centre 62 Graham Rd, London SW19 3SS MAP
Course/Class Description	A day course with Gen Sangye on how to care for our spiritual practice, encouraging ourselves and developing confidence. In this way we progress positively and joyfully through our life with meditation.
Fee	£30
Booking Information	Contact the Centre

Modern Buddhism

Date	Saturday November 20
Time	10am-5pm
Venue	Dorjechang Centre 62 Graham Rd, London SW19 3SS MAP
Course/Class Description	How to practically use meditation in our daily lives through the precious wisdom of Buddha’s advice. A commentary to Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso’s teachings in Brazil, given by the Resident Teacher Gen Kelsang Sangye.
Fee	£30
Booking Information	Contact the Centre