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Kirtan at Sivananda Yoga
2015-08-01 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Sivananda Yoga, 1185 Vicente Street , San Francisco, CA, United States
Our first kirtan at the newly located center with its amazing staff and community. Come support this traditional, long based San Francisco center in its new location. With my full band.

Kirtan at Beautiful Mt. Shasta
2015-07-25 19:30 - 21:30 | Mt.Shasta, Mt. Shasta City, CA, United States
If you are anywhere near, this will really be fun! We’ll be sharing kirtan in the Peace Garden right in the shadow of magnificent Mt. Shasta, the home of so many spiritual groups and so much esoteric power. Again moving with Bob and Samarat. For more info, please contact Alex and Terra Hallstrom: ammasatsangmtshasta@gmail.com; phone: 707-688-2185

Kirtan in Nevada City, Northern CA
2015-07-24 19:30 - 21:30 | Inner Paths, 200 Commercial St. , Nevada City, CA, United States
Join us in this beautiful and pictuesque mountain town in Northern California. I’ll be playing with Bob Couillard on guitar on Samarat Kakeri on tabla.

Matri Satsang of Anandamayi Ma
2015-07-19 17:30 - 19:30 | Sukha Yoga, 1020 Railroad Ave., Novato, 94945, United States
Please join us to learn more of Sri Anandamayi Ma and the Divine Mother Principal in general. We will meet with the intention of invoking, studying and being blessed and lifted by Anandamayi Ma. We will sing some Ma kirtan, read her words and discuss them, sing the Ma Chalisa and have some group meditation time. We now are in such a wonderful new venue! We will meet every third Sunday of the month.

In a NEW LOCATION:
Sukha Yoga, 1020 Railroad Ave, Novato, CA 94945
From I 101, take the DeLong exit for downtown Novato.
Turn west towards downtown. At the stoplight of Reichert (at Whole Foods) turn right.
The next street, on Grant turn right
Cross the railroad tracks and on Railroad Ave. turn left
Slightly ahead on the right, 2nd floor

From 5:30 — 7:30 PM

Kirtan in Novato at Sukha Yoga
2015-07-18 19:30 - 21:30 | Sukha Yoga, 1020 Railroad Ave., Novato, 94945, United States
I will be joined by my entire band to share kirtan in this beautiful studio in Marin County, about 30 minutes north of San Francisco. 7:30 PM; Susan Shloss on violin.

Monthly Kirtan at Open Secret
2015-07-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Open Secret Bookstore, 923 C Street, San Rafael, CA, 94901, United States
I’ll be joined by Gangadhar on tabla and Bob Couillard on guitar for our monthly plunge into the depths of Kirtan; it’s meanings, bhav taal and raag. I’ll be sharing some new kirtans I learned on my recent trip back to India.

out of town for two week for NM Solstice Celebration
2015-06-18 08:00 - 17:00 | CA
Gloria and I will be gone from the 18th — 29th

Matri Satsang of Anandamayi Ma
2015-06-14 17:30 - 19:30 | Sukha Yoga, 1020 Railroad Ave., Novato, 94945, United States
Please join us to learn more of Sri Anandamayi Ma and the Divine Mother Principal in general. We will meet with the intention of invoking, studying and being blessed and lifted by Anandamayi Ma. We will sing some Ma kirtan, read her words and discuss them, sing the Ma Chalisa and have some group meditation time. We now are in such a wonderful new venue! This month will be the second Sunday, but in the future we will meet every third Sunday.

In a NEW LOCATION:
Sukha Yoga, 1020 Railroad Ave, Novato, CA 94945
From I 101, take the DeLong exit for downtown Novato.
Turn west towards downtown. At the stoplight of Reichert (at Whole Foods) turn right.
The next street, on Grant turn right
Cross the railroad tracks and on Railroad Ave. turn left
Slightly ahead on the right, 2nd floor

From 5:30 — 7:30 PM

Kirtan in Danville
2015-06-13 16:00 - 18:00 | Danville Wellness and Yoga Cente, 125A/B Town & Country Drive, Danville, CA , CA, 94526, United States
I will be joined by my full band of talented and devoted musicians for sharing kirtan in this beautiful center way down in East Bay. Come and join the divine bliss! On Saturday afternoon at 4:00.

Monthly Kirtan Class at Open Secret
2015-06-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Open Secret Bookstore, 923 C Street, San Rafael, CA, 94901, United States
Please join us for our ongoing in-depth experience of kirtan. We will explore together the raaga, taal and bhaav of kirtan, considering the words, history and invocation of each number. In an intimate setting in the Temple Room of Open Secret Bookstore. Bob Couillard on guitar and Gangadhar on tabla.

Matri Satsang of Divine Mother
2015-05-31 17:30 - 19:30 | CA
Please join us to learn more of Sri Anandamayi Ma and the Divine Mother Principal in general. We will meet with the intention of invoking, studying and being blessed and lifted by Anandamayi Ma. We will sing some Ma kirtan, read her words and discuss them, sing the Ma Chalisa and have some group meditation time.

In a NEW LOCATION:
Sukha Yoga, 1020 Railroad Ave, Novato, CA 94945
From I 101, take the DeLong exit for downtown Novato.
Turn west towards downtown. At the stoplight of Reichert (at Whole Foods) turn right.
The next street, on Grant turn right
Cross the railroad tracks and on Railroad Ave. turn left
Slightly ahead on the right, 2nd floor

From 5:30 — 7:30 PM

Kirtan in South Bay
2015-05-30 19:00 - 21:00 | Grace Yoga Studio, 1060 Broadway, Millbrae, CA, 94030, United States
Come join us for kirtan in South Bay (Millbrae–near SFO). With my full band of wonderful musicians, including Susan Shloss on violin, we will be sharing the spirited devotional kirtan of village India.

Kirtan in Berekely at Yoga Kula
2015-05-24 20:00 - 22:00 | Yoga Kula Berkeley, 1700 Shattuck Ave. Suite 7, Berkeley, CA, 94709, United States
Please join us to sing the Divine Names once again in East Bay. I will be joined by my old friend Dharma Devi DeLong on flute. Our ensemble will include my harmonium, acoustic guitar, bass and tabla. We will share the Traditional kirtan of village India where I lived for so many years. Joyful and blissful– come and experience!

I'm away at my ashram in India most of May
2015-05-07 08:00 - 17:00 | CA

Matri Satsang--invoking the Divine Mother
2015-04-26 17:30 - 19:30 | Novato Youth Center, 680 Wilson Ave. , Novato, CA, United States
After last month’s successful gathering, we will continue our regular meetings. We will gather with the idea of invoking, learning more of and drawing closer to Sri Anandamayi Ma and to the Divine Mother Principal in general. We’ll sing some kirtan, read Ma’s words and discuss them, sing the Ma Chalisa, do some meditation and arati in a very informal setting. We hope you can join us.

Location: Novato Youth Center; upstairs in the library. 680 Wilson Ave. Novato

From I 101— take the De Long exit and turn west towards downtown. Take a right on Novato Blvd. and then a left at the light on Wilson Ave. The Center is a little ways down the road on the left.

Time: Sunday evening, April 26th from 5:30 – 7:30

For more info call Mangalananda at 707-548-6685

Swakriya Yoga Workshop and Evening 3-Band Kirtan concert
2015-04-25 | 4th Street Yoga, 1809 4th St, Berkeley, CA, United States
A truly wonderful day! On Saturday from 1:00 to 4:00 PM we will present a workshop in Swakriya Yoga– working through movement, mantras and meditation to experience the Divine Unity so emphasized in the teachings of the Saints
In the evening we will have a kirtan presentation from three different living spiritual Traditions: I will sing from the Shakta Tradition of the Divine Mother; Prabhu Nam Kaur and her group will sing from the Sikh Tradition; and Radha Nath Das and Kilimba Dasi will sing from the Vaishnava Tradition. A true musical and spiritual event!

Kirtan in Sebastopol
2015-04-19 18:30 - 20:30 | Dhyana Center, 186 Main Street, Sebastopol, CA, 95472, United States
I will be sharing kirtan with my band of talented musicians at the beautiful Dhyana Center in Sebastopol, Sonoma County. Beginning at 6:30 PM

Special kirtan event--joint concert with Prajna Vieira
2015-04-11 19:30 - 21:30 | Open Secret Bookstore, 923 C Street, San Rafael, CA, 94901, United States
On the main stage of Open Secret Bookstore, we will present a joint kirtan with the talented and popular Prajna Vieira, who sings from the Vaishnava Tradition. We will support each other in alternating kirtans, and do some things together too. Joined by several inspiring back up musicians.

Monthly kirtan at Open Secret Bookstore
2015-04-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Open Secret Bookstore, 923 C Street, San Rafael, CA, 94901, United States
Please join us for our monthly kirtan class in the cozy atmosphere of Open Secret Bookstore. We’ll explore kirtan in depth and enjoy invoking the Divine Names together.

Matri Satsang-- invoking the Divine Mother
2015-03-29 17:30 - 19:30 | Novato Youth Center, 680 Wilson Ave. , Novato, CA, United States
After last month’s successful gathering, we will continue our regular meetings. We will gather with the idea of invoking, learning more of and drawing closer to Sri Anandamayi Ma and to the Divine Mother Principal in general. We’ll sing some kirtan, read Ma’s words and discuss them, sing the Ma Chalisa, do some meditation and arati in a very informal setting. We hope you can join us.

Location: Novato Youth Center; upstairs in the library. 680 Wilson Ave. Novato

From I 101— take the De Long exit and turn west towards downtown. Take a right on Novato Blvd. and then a left at the light on Wilson Ave. The Center is a little ways down the road on the left.

Time: Sunday evening, March 29th from 5:30 – 7:30

For more info call Mangalananda at 707-548-6685

Contemplative Alliance Convention
2015-03-26 08:00 - 2015-03-28 17:00 | CA
I will be speaking and singing at the Contemplative Alliance Convention held this year in Silicone Valley. An amazing gathering of spiritual leaders, movers and activists nationwide.

Weekend Retreat -- Journey to the One through Anandamayi Ma
2015-03-20 16:00 - 2015-03-22 17:00 | Angel’s Rest Retreat Center, 63 N County Rd, Leyden, , MA, United States
Join us for an inspiring weekend retreat of chanting, Swakriya Yoga and meditation with Acharya Mangalananda and Prajna Hallstrom. We will experience the living teachings of Anandamayi Ma as we build spiritual community, surrounded by the beauty of Western Massachusetts. We begin the retreat at 4 pm on Friday and end after lunch on Sunday. Tuition is $425. including gourmet vegetarian meals and accommodations in double or triple rooms. To register, please send $100. deposit to Lisa Hallstrom, 273 Main Street, Wayland, MA 01778. Jai Ma!

Monthly kirtan class at Open Secret
2015-03-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Open Secret Bookstore, 923 C Street, San Rafael, CA, 94901, United States
Join us for an in-depth exploration of Traditional kirtan. This month we will be joined by special guest Sangeeta Moskow on the Sarod for improvisational melodies. Also Bob Coulliard on guitar.

Benefit kirtan for Omkareshwar School
2015-02-28 19:00 - 21:00 | CA
Join us for a kirtan with my full band in Berkeley to benefit the School I helped start and still administrate in Omkareshwar, India.

Musical fundraiser in Berkeley–Saturday, February 28th
Acharya Mangalananda will be sharing kirtan with his full band of talented musicians.

Once again Thacher and Olivia Hurd will be hosting their annual fundraising concert for the Ashram School run by Swami Gurusharanananda in India, on Feb 28th.

New Location: The kirtan this year will be held this year at the Berkeley Yoga Center, Studio C, at 2121 Bonar St. in Berkeley. (see map and instructions below)

Schedule:
6pm: Indian snacks in Thacher’s studio (Studio D, right next door to Studio C)

7pm to 9pm Kirtan in Studio C with Mangalananda’s full band.

Acharya Mangalananda, one of the founders of the school, will share the spirited kirtan of village India. This call and response chanting represents the deepest tradition of devotional chant and healing vibrations. Come and enjoy a joyous evening of spiritual music and good food to support a truly worthwhile project.

Please RSVP to artdog1@comcast.net, or call 510-297-7285 for more information

DIRECTIONS: The Berkeley Yoga Center is located at 2121 Bonar, Studio C. It is one and a half blocks south of University Ave. in Berkeley. Also know as the Strawberry Creek Design Building.
There are two large old factory buildings on Bonar; between the wooden one and the brick one is the door to 2121 Bonar. Enter *YOGA (YOGA with an asterisk first) on the keypad to the left and pull the door open. Go up the outside stairs to the top and turn right. Studios C and D are down the walkway. Questions? call Thacher at 510-295-7285.

Monthly Matri Satsang of Anandamayi Ma
2015-02-22 15:30 - 17:30 | Novato Youth Center, 680 Wilson Ave. , Novato, CA, United States
Jai Ma! This Sunday we are having the first of what we hope will be monthly Matri Satsang. We will meet with the idea of invoking, learning more of and drawing closer to Sri Anandamayi Ma and to the Divine Mother Principal in general. We’ll sing some kirtan, read Ma’s words and discuss them, sing the Ma Chalisa, do some meditation and arati in a very informal setting. We hope you can join us.

Location: Novato Youth Center; upstairs in the library. 680 Wilson Ave. Novato

From I 101— take the De Long exit and turn west towards downtown. Take a right on Novato Blvd. and then a left at the light on Wilson Ave. The Center is a little ways down the road on the left.

Time: Sunday evening, February 22nd from 5:30 – 7:30

For more info call Mangalananda at 707-548-6685

Maha Shivaratri Puja
2015-02-17 20:00 - 2015-02-18 06:00 | Integral Yoga Institute of San Francisco, 770 Dolores Street, San Francisco, CA, 94114, United States
“Mahaa Shivaratri” means “the great night of Lord Shiva” and is the appointed astrological time to be immersed in the contemplation and worship of Lord Shiva. The energy of this night makes it particularly auspicious and appropriate to be dedicated to Shiva, the form of the Divine that destroys obstacles, loosens bonds and brings Spiritual Realization to completion. The Hindu Scriptures declare that anyone who observes the worship on this night will receive a direct blessing and uplift from Shiva Himself.

The night-long puja (worship) will be led by Acharya Mangalananda, a direct American disciple of the great woman Saint, Sri Anandamayi Ma. He has observed this yearly worship for many years and will lead the simple offerings and chanting, also sharing his experiences of visiting many of the ancient, sacred Shiva shrines throughout India. The night will pass in heartfelt offerings, chanting, reading of Scriptures and stories.

Kirtan in Sebastopol at Miss Daisy's Magical Musical Wonderland
2015-02-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Miss Daisy’s Magical Musical Wonderland, 790 Hurlbut Ave, Sebastopol, , CA, 95472, United States
A new venue and sharing kirtan in Sonoma County with our northern brothers and sisters! A really sweet venue with outdoor sound stage, tepees, chai and food, and of course, Miss Daisy herself. If this works out, this may be my Sonoma music and teaching base.

Monthly kirtan class at Open Secret
2015-02-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Open Secret Bookstore, 923 C Street, San Rafael, CA, 94901, United States
Our regular meeting to enter into new depths of kirtan experience continues in the intimate atmosphere of Open Secret Bookstore. I’ll be joined this month by Bob LaRue on guitar and Annada Coffman on flute

Kirtan at 4th St. Yoga in Berkeley
2015-02-07 19:00 - 21:00 | 4th Street Yoga, 1809 4th St, Berkeley, CA, United States
I’ll be once again at Barbara’s lovely studio in Berkeley with my full band to present a new set of lively Traditional kirtan from village India.

Bhakti Yoga Workshop and Kirtan at Sivananda Yoga Farm
2015-01-31 - 2015-02-01 | Sivananda Yoga Farm, 14651 Ballantree Lane, Grass Valley, CA, 95949, United States
Come for a full weekend retreat at the beautiful, secluded and quiet Sivananda Yoga Farm in Grass Valley, CA. There are beautiful accommodations, yoga classes, vegetarian food, etc. Within the ashram schedule, I will present a workshop on Bhakti Yoga according to Anandamayi Ma— the devotion of Unity. On Saturday night, the 31st, I will share a devotional kirtan in the main temple area. See link for registration and prices
