PAST PROGRAMS

 

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FEB 12–13 EVERYDAY ACTS OF BLESSING: Becoming Agents of Transformation with David Spangler Friday 7:30-9:00PM $15 Pre-registration, $20 at door. Saturday Workshop: Incarnational Agents of Transformation 9AM-5PM $75. Bring a sack lunch. We are pleased to once again host David Spangler as he continues his series teaching the key tenets of Incarnational Spiritual Practice. David’s work weaves a remarkable tapestry of scientific, mystical, esoteric and indigenous world views based on David’s extensive research as well as personal experience. The result - everyday practices that embody ageless wisdom and call forth the highest potential of our selves, others and a future world. The evening will offer a book signing of David’s latest book, Subtle Worlds – An Explorer’s Field Notes. David will also be signing his most popular book Blessing: The Art and The Practice. Work scholarships available. Please pre-register online. Flier

DAVID SPANGLER - ONGOING STUDY GROUP For those individuals interested in working with the material presented by David Spangler on an on-going basis, David will return 3 times this year. There is also an option for on-line study modules and/or monthly meetings held at Meditation Mount; facilitated by Roger and Katherine Collis. Please register if interested.

 

FEB 20 INTERSPIRITUAL MEDITATION: INTERFAITH WISDOM FROM THE INSIDE OUT an Introductory presentation with ED BASTIAN PhD. Saturday, February 20 at 7:30PM. $15 pre registered, $20 at door. Students free. Work scholarships available. All 8 sessions, including the seven sessions in the upcoming program Feb. 24th-April14, are $95 or $15 per session pre-registered., $20 door. InterSpirituality is a profound way of working toward global understanding, respect and peace by elucidating the commonalities of the world’s religions while respecting their unique gifts. Discover how contemplative practices can provide an unshakable inner foundation for wise and compassionate action in the world. Join us in this evolving exploration of interfaith knowledge, gaining first hand experience of InterSpiritual meditation practices. This is the first in a series of eight presentations. www.interspiritualwisdom.org Part of our Art and Science of Meditation series. Please Pre-Register Online. Flier

FEB 24 - APRIL 14 INTERSPIRITUAL MEDITATION: EXPERIENCING the COMMON GROUND with ED BASTIAN Wednesdays: February 24-April 14 from 7:00-8:30PM. Join us for seven experiential sessions to deepen our spiritual understanding and contemplative grounding in order to better serve. This non-sectarian community process includes shared elements found within many religious and secular systems. Ed developed this process through his work with over forty contemplative teachers from Christian, Buddhist, Jewish, Hindu, Sufi Islam, and Native American traditions. Each session includes a 7-part meditation and a dialog using Parker Palmer's "Circle of Trust." All eight sessions below (Incl Sat Feb 20th) $95 or $15 per session pre registered, $20 at door. Students free. Work scholarships available. www.interspiritualwisdom.org Part of our Art and Science of Meditation series. Please Pre-Register Online. Flier

FEB 26 THE HEART AND SOUL OF ESOTERIC PSYCHOLOGY with TUIJA and MICHAEL ROBBINS Friday 7:30 to 9:30PM $10 We are pleased to have Tuija and Michael Robbins present the fundamentals of the teachings from the Ageless Wisdom giving a perspective on the guiding patterns of the individual and nature of the soul. The presentation will consist of a mixture of lecture and experiential exercises. Please pre-register online.

 FEB 27TH FULL MOON COMMUNITY MEDITATION in the solar month of Pisces Saturday, February 27th. Doors open 7:15, starts 7:30PM. We are honored to have Michael Robbins give a talk: Pisces: the Dynamics of Redemption - An Astrological Perspective, setting the tone for the Full Moon Meditation as a service to the world. Refer to Regular Programs on this page for additional info. The exact time of the Full Moon is Sunday, February 28th at 8:39AM (PST).

 FEB 28th FREE INTRO TO MEDITATION with Diana Lang Sunday, February 28th. 11:00am-12:30pm. Diana will introduce newcomers to the purpose of meditation, meditation practice and simple techniques to get started. In a relaxed and open atmosphere, this timeless practice is demystified. Please pre-register online.

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 JAN 10TH BEGIN YOUR PRACTICE FOR THE NEW YEAR An Introductory Meditation Workshop with DIANA LANG Sunday, January 10th,11:00am-4:00pm $50. This is the perfect opportunity to begin or reinforce your meditation practice. Diana is author of OPENING TO MEDITATION and has been teaching yoga and meditation in the LA area since 1980. Please bring a sack lunch for midday break with time to appreciate the gardens. Please pre-register online.

 JAN 14th FREE INTRO TO MEDITATION with Roger and Katherine Collis Thursday, January 14th. 7:00-8:30pm Katherine & Roger will introduce newcomers to the purpose of meditation, meditation practice and simple techniques to get started. In a relaxed and open atmosphere, this timeless practice is demystified. Please pre-register online.


 JAN 17TH P O S T P O N E D MEDITATION ON HARP with JEANNE MARTIN, Sunday, January 17th at 5:00PM Dreaming the New Year into Being. Join us for this musical journey through the landscape of the harp leading us into the Spirit of the New Year. An informal concert especially designed for relaxation, renewal, inspiration and visioning. Bring a pillow and blanket if you’d like to sit or lay on the floor. $15.

JAN 23RD LATEST ADVANCES IN INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE with Dr. Hans Gruenn Saturday, January 23rd, 7:30PM Limited scholarhips available, apply in advance. From brain health, prevention of heart disease, hormone replacement, better energy to detoxification and a low toxicity lifestyle—Dr. Gruenn presents cutting edge topics and discoveries that will allow you to move towards optimal health and longevity.The evening is geared for the general public as well as health professionals, including a dialogue with the audience. Part of our Inspired Response to a World at Risk series. $10 advance $15 door. www.drgruenn.com Please pre-register online. Flier

JAN 29TH FULL MOON COMMUNITY MEDITATION in the solar month of Aquarius Friday, January 29th. Doors open at 7:15PM, starts at 7:30PM. Meditation as a service to the world. Refer to Regular Programs on this page for additional information. Talk and meditation led by Tom Carney. The exact time of the Full Moon is January 29th at 10:19PM (PST).

 

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 DEC 1ST FULL MOON COMMUNITY MEDITATION in the solar month of Sagittarius Tuesday, December 1st. Doors open at 7:15, starts at 7:30PM. Meditation as a service to the world. Refer to Regular Programs on this page for additional information. The exact time of the Full Moon is December 1st at 11:32PM (PST).

 

Tingstad & RumbelDEC 12TH FESTIVAL OF LIGHT CONCERT with GRAMMY AWARD WINNERS Eric Tingstad & Nancy Rumbel Saturday, Dec12th, 7:30PM. $20 advance, $25 door. Delighting audiences for over 25 years, they combine finger-style guitar with beautifully melodic woodwinds. Joined by bassist Garey Shelton (of Jesse Colin Young), they present an expanded world style ensemble, creating classically inspired music from around the world. Refreshments will be served and please bring donations for our holiday food drive. Please pre-register.

 DEC 13th ENDING HUNGER with Lyn Hebenstreit & Tara Blasco of Global Resource Alliance Sunday at 5pm. By donation. By tapping the mind’s unlimited creativity, the heart’s unbounded capacity to love and the force that flows through all the kingdoms of nature - a world that nourishes all is within reach. Simple solutions to hunger, poverty and disease come from GRA’s work in rural East African communities: clean drinking water, perma­culture, solar cooking and natural remedies for the prevention and treatment of malaria. Click for PDF flier.

 DEC 21ST WINTER SOLSTICE MEDITATION Celebrating The Festival of Light Monday, December 21, 7:30-8:30pm. Please join us this Solstice evening to honor this shortest day of the year. It is said when the outer light is least the inner light shines with greatest power. In this meditation we nurture the seeds planted in consciousness, infused with the light of the Midnight Sun of the Soul.

 DEC 30TH FULL MOON COMMUNITY MEDITATION in the solar month of Capricorn Wednesday, December 30th. Doors open at 7:15, starts at 7:30PM. Meditation as a service to the world. Refer to Regular Programs on this page for additional information. The exact time of the Full Moon is December 31st at 11:14AM (PST).

 

DEC 31st NEW YEAR'S EVE MEDITATION Thursday, December 31st at 11:30pm. Join in celebration by meditating together for the greatest good of the planet. We unite and align with the soul and source of all life and from that space set intentions for next year, inspired by the deepest wisdom. Sparkling and hot cider served afterwards to celebrate this joyous occasion.

 

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 NOV 1ST FULL MOON COMMUNITY MEDITATION in the solar month of Scorpio Sunday, November 1st. Doors open at 7:15, starts at 7:30PM. Meditation as a service to the world. Refer to Regular Programs on this page for additional information. The exact time of the Full Moon is November 2nd at 11:15AM (PST).

 

 NOV 6-8 INTRODUCTION TO THE SUBTLE REALMS with DAVID SPANGLER Friday - Sunday, November 6-8. Fri Lecture/Sat Workshop: Developing Subtle Perception. Sun: Intro to 2010 Study Series. David will be at the Mount three weekends in 2010 and will hold a monthly study group. Please pre-register online. PDF Flier.



 NOV 12th FREE INTRO TO MEDITATION with Roger and Katherine Collis Thursday, September 10th. 7-8:30pm Katherine & Roger will introduce newcomers to the purpose of meditation, meditation practice and simple techniques to get started. In a relaxed and open atmosphere, this timeless practice is demystified. Please pre-register.

 

 NOV 14th HEALING MUSIC OF INDIA with VIKASH MAHARAJ & PRABHASH MAHARAJ Saturday November 14th. 5:45 Meditation and Yoga, 7PM Concert and lecture. $20 advance, $25 door. Vikash (sarod) and his son Prabhash (tabla) have entranced many with their healing vibrational melodies. In addition to his musical work, Vikash Maharaj is a founding member and supporter of the nonprofit People’s Vigilance Committee on Human Rights, which works to eliminate exploitation. Please pre-register. Click for PDF flier.

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 OCT 3rd FULL MOON COMMUNITY MEDITATION in the solar month of Libra Saturday, October 3rd. Doors open at 7:15, starts at 7:30PM. Meditation as a service to the world. Refer to Regular Programs on this page for additional information. The exact time of the Full Moon is October 3rd at 11:11PM (PDT).

 

 OCT 4, 11 & 18 AN INTRODUCTION TO MEDITATION with DIANA LANG Three Sunday Mornings, 11am-12:30pm $60 for the series. This is the perfect opportunity to begin or reinforce your meditation practice. A longtime friend of the Mount, Diana has led group meditations and contributes her insights and energy to our educational work. She is author of OPENING TO MEDITATION and has been teaching yoga and meditation in the LA area since 1980. Please Pre-Register.

  OCT 17th CONVERSATION with ERVIN LASZLO & BARBARA MARX HUBBARD led by Rinaldo Brutoco Saturday, October 17th at 7pm. $20 donation. Dr. Laszlo will discuss his new book WorldShift 2012. Dr. Marx Hubbard will provide thoughtful response and inquiry. Rinaldo Brutoco will direct the evening. Dr. Laszlo sees this as a time of shattering macroshifts which will change planetary life as we know it. Please Pre-Register.

OCT 28 AN EVENING OF SONG with MICHAEL STILLWATER Wednesday, October 28th at 7pm. Suggested Donation $15 (includes MP3 recording of new musical pieces created during the evening program. Inner Harmony Recording Artist. Founder, Song Without Borders. For more information, Lalla (805) 640-8288 To listen to Michael's music, visit www.innerharmony.com Please Pre-Register.

 

 

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 SEP 3rd FULL MOON COMMUNITY MEDITATION in the solar month of Virgo Thursday, September 3rd. Doors open at 7:15, starts at 7:30PM. Meditation as a service to the world. Refer to Regular Programs on this page for additional information. The exact time of the Full Moon is September 4th at 9:04AM (PDT).

 

 SEP 10th FREE INTRO TO MEDITATION with Roger and Katherine Collis Thursday, September 10th. 7-8:30pm Katherine & Roger will introduce newcomers to the purpose of meditation, meditation practice and simple techniques to get started. Please pre-register.



 SEPT 21st INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE (IDP) United Nations designated International Day of Peace. It is a global call for ceasefire and nonviolence. Millions of people around the world pledge a moment of silence at noon local time and some type of observance action. To learn more about Peace Day, highlights of significant events, how you and your community or organization, school or group can participate Visit the site. Also visit Peace One Day site.

 

SEPT 21st IDP 24-HOUR GLOBAL MEDITATION VIGIL To support International Day of Peace on a spiritual level, a group of organizations representing a wide variety of religious and spiritual traditions has, since 2002, coordinated a 24-hour vigil. Thousands of groups worldwide participate, demonstrating the power of meditation, prayer and other spiritual practices in promoting peace and preventing violent conflict. The Meditation Vigil is part of this wider Vigil. For those who wish to link with Meditation Mount, we will hold a meditative focus and sound the Great Invocation each quarter hour between 9:00-9:45am PDT. Special thanks to Intuition in Service and the U.N. Days & Years Meditation Initiative for facilitating links with people of goodwill around the world to help create an atmosphere of mind and heart that is conducive to the emergence of a culture of peace. Click here for further information and to register. Click here for Spanish.

 SEP 25-27 2009 OJAI FORUM ON THE NEW ECONOMY Local healthy communities - Civic engagement - Global sustainability! The confluence of various tipping points in global, national and local economies have come together to provide an extraordinary opening for innovation and positive social change. You are invited to participate in an exploration and inquiry into the design of an action-based road map leading to new models for a vibrant economy and local community empowerment in Ojai and beyond. Click here to register. Click for PDF flyer.

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 AUG 4th FULL MOON COMMUNITY MEDITATION in the solar month of LEO Tuesday, August 4th. Doors open at 7:15, starts at 7:30PM. Meditation as a service to the world. Refer to Regular Programs on this page for additional information. The exact time of the Full Moon is August 5th at 5:56PM (PDT).


 AUG 6th AN INTRODUCTION TO MEDITATION with Katherine & Roger Collis Thursday, 7-8:30pm. This will introduce newcomers to the purpose of meditation, meditation practice and simple techniques to get started. Click here to register.

 

 AUG 14th JEAN SHINODA BOLEN Urgent Message from Mother Friday, August 14th. 7-9pm Suggested donation $20. Please join us in this rare opportunity for a community conversation with internationally renowned author and speaker Jean Shinoda Bolen. Jean will discuss her most recent book, travels and work on behalf of our planet. Click here to register.

 

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 JUL 6TH FULL MOON COMMUNITY MEDITATION in the solar month of CANCER Monday, July 6th. Doors open at 7:15, starts at 7:30PM. Meditation as a service to the world. Refer to Regular Programs on this page for additional information. The exact time of the Full Moon is July 7th at 2:23AM (PDT).

 JUL 11th AN INTRODUCTION TO MEDITATION with DIANA LANG Saturday, July 11th from 4-5:30pm. This will introduce newcomers to the purpose of meditation, meditation practice and simple techniques to get started. Click here to register.

 

 JUL 18TH GLOBAL ECONOMIC DISSOLUTION & EVOLUTION A Creative Dialogue on Emerging Opportunities Saturday, July 18th 5-7pm. Join the World Business Academy, Progres­sive Asset Management, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, The Ojai Economy Group and Meditation Mount for a provocative evening of dialogue and inquiry exploring the ‘green shoots’ of economic recovery and oppor­tunities rising from the ashes of the recent global meltdown. Your generous donations are appreciated. Please pre-register. Click for Flyer.

 

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 JUN 1st, JUSTINE TOMS OF NEW DIMENSIONS MEDIA 7PM by donation Widsom gained for living in uncertain times. Enjoy the insights and wisdom gained from 40 years of interviewing many of the leading edge thinkers and spiritual teachers of our time. Justine's new book, Small Pleasures, Finding Grace in a Chaotic World, will also be available for her to sign. Click here to register. Click here for pdf flier.

 JUN 6TH FULL MOON COMMUNITY MEDITATION in the solar month of GEMINI / FESTIVAL OF GOODWILL or FESTIVAL OF HUMANITY (3rd of 3 Linked Festivals of Spring). Saturday, June 6th. Doors open at 7:15, starts at 7:30PM. Meditation as a service to the world. Refer to Regular Programs on this page for additional information. The exact time of the Full Moon is June 7th at 11:13AM (PDT).

 JUN 7TH WORLD INVOCATION DAY 24 Hour Vigil - Sounding the Great Invocation every 15 Minutes. Every year, since 1952, people in all parts of the world have celebrated World Invocation Day on the day of the Gemini full moon. It is a global day of prayer and meditation when people of different spiritual paths join in a universal appeal to divinity, using the Great Invocation. At this time of the Festival of Goodwill, dedicated to the expression of Right Human Relations, we focus the invocative demand of humanity for the light, love and spiritual purpose needed to build a world of justice, unity and peace. For those who wish to link with us, Meditation Mount will hold a meditative focus and sound the Great Invocation each quarter hour, between 11:00-11:30AM PDT. Special thanks to Intuition in Service for facilitating links with co-workers in the Americas, the 50 nations of Europe and the South Pacific: Click here for further information and to register. Click here for Spanish.

 JUN 10, 17 & 24 AN INTRODUCTION TO MEDITATION with DIANA LANG Three Wednesday Evenings, June 10, 17 & 24 ~ 6:30-8pm $60 for the series. Summer is a time of profound growth and the perfect opportunity to begin or reinforce your meditation practice. A longtime friend of the Mount, Diana has led group meditations and contributes her insights and energy to our educational work. She is author of OPENING TO MEDITATION and has been teaching yoga and meditation in the LA area since 1980. Click here to register. Click here for pdf flier.

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 MAY 8TH FULL MOON COMMUNITY MEDITATION in the solar month of TAURUS / FESTIVAL OF WESAK (2nd of 3 Linked Festivals of Spring). Friday, May 8th. EXACT TIME MEDITATION: Doors open at 7:45, starts at 8:00PM. Meditation as a service to the world. Refer to Regular Programs on this page for additional information. The exact time of the Full Moon is 9:03PM (PDT).

 MAY 23RD MEDITATION: A FREE INTRODUCTORY CLASS with DIANA LANG Saturday, May 23rd from 4-6pm This class will introduce newcomers to the purpose of meditation, meditation practice and simple techniques to get started. It will also provide an opportunity to experience Diana's teaching directly for people interested in taking the meditation class series, three Wednesdays - June 10, 17, and 24th. Click here for pdf flier. Click here to Register.

 

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 APR 8TH FULL MOON COMMUNITY MEDITATION in the solar month of ARIES / FESTIVAL OF EASTER (1st of 3 Linked Festivals of Spring). Wednesday, April 8th. Doors open at 7:15, starts at 7:30PM. Meditation as a service to the world. Refer to Regular Programs on this page for additional information. The exact time of the Full Moon is April 9th 7:57AM (PDT).

 

 Postponed: APR 11 POWER AND PEACE: A Special Fundraiser for Meditation Mount with Scott Coady. Saturday April 11 9am-5pm $90. We are raising funds to launch new educational programs and events which build upon the theme of peace and its powerful application in our daily lives. The workshop will help participants create more exciting, fulfilling and peaceful lives. Scott will introduce participants to whole body learning movements and practices. PDF flyer. Please Pre-Register Here.

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 MAR 10TH FULL MOON COMMUNITY MEDITATION in the solar month of PISCES: EXACT TIME MEDITATION Tuesday, March 10th. Doors open at 6:15, starts promptly at 6:30PM. Meditation as a service to the world. Refer to Regular Programs on this page for additional information. The exact time of the Full Moon is 7:39PM (PDT).

 

 MAR 13-15 THE INCARNATIONAL WAY: David Spangler, Co-Founder of The Lorian Association and former Co-Director of the Findhorn Community in Scotland. Friday Evening Talk, March 13 ~ 7:30 PM $15. Workshop March 14-15, Sat 9:30-5pm ~ Sun 9-1pm $125. Times of great stress are opportunities for great breakthroughs. What if our current world situation and inspiration from the spiritual worlds were the makings of a new consciousness? Join David to learn about his teaching and its application for today's planetary challenges. Please Pre-Register Here.

 

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 FEB 8TH MONTHLY MEDITATION at the Full Moon of AQUARIUS Sunday at 7:30PMWe come together to celebrate the Oneness of Humanity while sharing in the great outpouring of Love that comes forth at this time. These energies spark our individual growth, and contribute to planetary healing and transformation. Join us in joyfully celebrating the full moon with a global meditation, a blessing for the world, and snacks.Exact time of the Full Moon is February 9th at 6:50AM.

 TUE FEB 10th THE SACRED, NATURE AND A SUSTAINABLE WORLD: Dorothy Maclean, Co-Founder of Findhorn Foundation, Scotland. Tuesday, Feb 10th, 10AM - 3PM Be inspired by Dorothy's experience and inner connection to nature. She now lives in North America and gives new generations the benefit of her loving wisdom by leading workshops around the world. $25 Please Pre-Register Here.

 FEB 14-18 ESOTERIC HEALING LEVEL II: The Art of Creative Living Sat - Wed. The International Network of Esoteric Healers presents courses worldwide based on the Ageless Wisdom teachings found in the book Esoteric Healing. We'll focus on centers above the diaphragm with special emphasis on the Throat Center which relates to creativity and creative living. Pre-register here. $500 for 5 days. Class limited in size. Open to those who have taken Esoteric Healing I or equivalent INEH course.

 

JANUARY 2 0 0 9

 JAN 10TH MONTHLY MEDITATION at the Full Moon of Capricorn EXACT TIME MEDITATION - Sat at 6:30PM with Diana Lang. Music at 6:15 with Richard Hardy.We come together to celebrate the Oneness of Humanity while sharing in the great outpouring of Love that comes forth at this time. These energies spark our individual growth, and contribute to planetary healing and transformation. Join us in joyfully celebrating the full moon with a global meditation, a blessing for the world, and snacks.Exact time of Full Moon 7:28PM (PDT).

 

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 DEC 11TH SOLAR FIRE MEDITATION at the Full Moon of Sagittarius Thursday, December 11th at 7:30PM. We come together to celebrate the Oneness of Humanity while sharing in the great outpouring of Love that comes forth at this time. These energies spark our individual growth, and contribute to planetary healing and transformation. Join us in joyfully celebrating the full moon with a global meditation, a blessing for the world, and snacks.

 

 DEC 23rd AIDING BIRDS OF PREY Spiritual Connection with Wounded Birds of Prey: Tuesday, December 23rd at 7:30PM.With Jonathan Smith and Melissa Hart of Cascades Raptor Center. In a lively multimedia program, they’ll explore their work as caregivers and environmental educators, describing their deep connection as they hand-feed injured vultures, bring resident hawks out on the glove and release rehabilitated owls into the wilderness. Donation $15. Pre-Register Here.

DEC 31st NEW YEAR'S EVE MEDITATION Wednesday, December 31st at 11:30pm with Tara Blasco. Join in celebration by meditating together for the greatest good of the planet. We unite and align with the soul and source of all life and from that space set intentions for next year, inspired by the deepest wisdom. Sparkling and hot cider served afterwards to celebrate this joyous occasion.

 

 

NOVEMBER 2 0 0 8 PROGRAMS

 SAT NOV 1st, SPIRITUAL POLITICS: How to help create the highest good for the election Saturday, Nov 1st 10AM - 4PM A Retreat With Corinne McLaughlin Would you like to engage in spiritual practices for helping invoke the soul of our nation in the upcoming elections? True spirituality can ennoble politics, while politics can ground spirituality. Would you like to contribute to a spiritual politics guided by moral values—a politics that speaks to our deepest values as human beings and helps invoke our higher purpose as a nation? This non-partisan seminar will help you. Registration $65 in advance; $79 at the door. Click here to REGISTER.

*** Please also join us for a Meditation at 7:30pm following the seminar—the public is welcome:
Non-Partisan Meditation on the Highest Good for the Elections

 SUN NOV 2nd, ROBERT THURMAN: "Why the Dalai Lama Matters" Talk and booksigning Sunday, Nov 2nd 7:30pm ~ Time Magazine chose Professor Thurman as one of its 25 most influential Americans in 1997, describing him as a “larger than life scholar-activist destined to convey the dharma, the precious teachings of Siddhartha, from Asia to America.” The New York Times recently said Thurman “is considered the leading American expert on Tibetan Buddhism.” Professor Thurman’s scholarly and popular writings focus on the “inner revolution” that individuals and societies successfully negotiate when they achieve enlightenment. Click for complete flier.

 THU NOV 6th, HEARTS OF FIRE: Transforming the face of homelessness 7-9:30PM - Donation$10 - Join us for a celebration of the beauty and majesty of human beings expressed by homeless people through their art, music and lives. Art work created at homeless shelters will be displayed as well as video clips from the upcoming documentary film “Hearts And Hands.” Artists will be there to talk about their work and musicians from the shelters will perform original music. Click for complete flier.

 NOV 7-11 John Sherman 5 Day Silent Retreat: John offers guidance in the practice of
self-inquiry according to Ramana Maharshi, and encourages people to seek only the simple truth of their actual nature. All are welcome, with no regard for religious and spiritual beliefs and practices. Registration is free of charge. Donations for the support of our work are welcome and gratefully accepted.

 NOV 12TH SOLAR FIRE MEDITATION at the Full Moon of Scorpio: Wednesday, November 12th at 7:30PM. We come together to celebrate the Oneness of Humanity while sharing in the great outpouring of Love that comes forth at this time. These energies spark our individual growth, and contribute to planetary healing and transformation. Join us in joyfully celebrating the full moon with a global meditation, a blessing for the world, and snacks.

 FRI NOV 21st, DOROTHY MACLEAN: Co-Founder of Findhorn Foundation, Scotland Friday, Nov 21st 7:30PM - Donation $15 - Opening a weekend with Dorothy Maclean. Be inspired by Dorothy's experience and inner connection to nature. She now lives in North America and gives new generations the benefit of her loving wisdom by leading workshops around the world and travels to Findhorn almost every year. Limited Seating, Please Call to Register. Weekend class Saturday - Sunday $125. Click for complete flier and accommodations listing.

 

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 OCT 13TH SOLAR FIRE MEDITATION at the Full Moon of Libra/Aries: Monday, October 13th at 7:30PM. We come together to celebrate the Oneness of Humanity while sharing in the great outpouring of Love that comes forth at this time. These energies spark our individual growth, and contribute to planetary healing and transformation. Join us in joyfully celebrating the full moon with a global meditation, a blessing for the world, and snacks.

 

 OCT 17-19 Healing Development Part I & II combined Join Roger Ford & Kim Vincent for this powerful course in Energy Healing, covering “The Breath”, “Energies and their Functions”, “Spiritual Nature of Healing”, “Practical Healing”, “Stress and Self Healing”, “Visualization in Distant and Contact Healing”, “Code of Conduct”, “Meditation Workshop” and more. This series leads to a certification in Spiritual Healing. Click here to REGISTER.

 Esoteric Healing Hand OCT 24-28 ESOTERIC HEALING LEVEL ONE Friday -Tuesday, In the study of Esoteric Healing, we enter into the process of “healing” ourselves, allowing our inner wholeness to unfold. This process, through the use of meditation, self observation and alignment exercises leads us toward the integration of Soul and Personality. Please click here to REGISTER. For questions call 805.646.5508. $550 for 5 days. Class limited in size. Click for complete flier and accommodations listing.

 

 OCT 24-26 OJAI YOGA CRIB Friday-Sunday. Spend a magical weekend with Kira Ryder, Alana Mitnick, Uschi Gibson and the community of Lulu Bandha's for the sixth Ojai Yoga Crib. Built on the rich Spiritual Tradition of the Ojai Valley, the yoga sessions, meditations, and evening events take place in some of the most historically significant and sacred spots in the Valley, including Meditation Mount. Pick 5 teachers and we'll handweave your schedule accordingly. Click here to REGISTER. www.ojaiyogacrib.com

 

SEPTEMBER 2 0 0 8 PROGRAMS

 SEPT 12-14 Healing Development Part IV Join Roger Ford and Kim Vincent for the fourth part of "Healing in America's" powerful course in Energy Healing. This final course of the program covers * Reincarnation * Creative Health and the Nature of Disease * Colour Awareness * Sound and Movement * Healing into Death and Dying * Patterns in Life and Healing etc. This series leads to a certification in Spiritual Healing. Click here to REGISTER.

 SEP 14TH SOLAR FIRE MEDITATION at the Full Moon of Virgo/Pisces: Sunday at 7:30PM. Please come and meet Roger and Katherine Collis, our new Mount residents, to discuss meditation and our relationship to it. As always, we come together to celebrate the Oneness of Humanity while sharing in the great outpouring of Love. These energies spark our individual growth, and contribute to planetary healing and transformation. Join us in joyfully celebrating the full moon with a global meditation, a blessing for the world, and snacks.

 SEPT 20th Universal Dances of Peace 7-9:30PM Suggested Donation $15. Join Tui Wilshinsky for this special part of the Living Peace in Ojai weekend. The Dances of Universal Peace are joyful, easily done, sacred circle, group dances with live musical accompaniment supporting our singing and movements. No dance experience is needed. All loving hearts are welcome. Bring an open mind and an embracing heart. For further info, call Kathy Richards (805) 233-1840

 SEPT 21st International Day of Peace UN designated international day of peace and nonviolence, and worldwide movement to create a global ceasefire. A wealth of information is available on the website, including how to celebrate -- in our schools, places of worship, libraries, parks, municipal buildings, with city/government officials. Visit the site.

AUGUST 2 0 0 8 PROGRAMS

AUG 15TH SOLAR FIRE MEDITATION at the Full Moon of Leo/Pisces
: Friday, August 15th at 7:30PM. We come together to celebrate the Oneness of Humanity while sharing in the great outpouring of Love that comes forth at this time. These energies spark our individual growth, and contribute to planetary healing and transformation. Join us in joyfully celebrating the full moon with a global meditation, a blessing for the world, and snacks.

 

JULY2 0 0 8 PROGRAMS

 JUL 17TH SOLAR FIRE MEDITATION at the Full Moon of Cancer/Aquarius: Thursday, July 17th at 7:30PM. We come together to celebrate the Oneness of Humanity while sharing in the great outpouring of Love that comes forth at this time. These energies spark our individual growth, and contribute to planetary healing and transformation. Join us in joyfully celebrating the full moon with a global meditation, a blessing for the world, and snacks.


 JUL 19-23 ESOTERIC HEALING LEVEL ONE Saturday, July 19th through Wednesday July 23rd, the Introduction to Esoteric Healing will be offered. The International Network of Esoteric Healers presents courses worldwide based on the Ageless Wisdom teachings of the Tibetan master Djwhal Khul as found in the book Esoteric Healing by Alice Bailey. Please call 805.646.5508 to reserve your spot. $500 for 5 days. Class limited in size. Click here for complete flier.

 

 MEDITATION AND WORLD CRISIS Saturday, July 26th 10AM - 4PM
How you can heal yourself and the world : A Retreat With Corinne McLaughlin Are you searching for a way to be more centered and calm while helping the world? If so, we invite you to explore meditation as a path of self-healing and world service. Registration $65 in advance; $79 at the door

 


 

APRIL 2 0 0 8 PROGRAMS

Kim VincentAPR 11-14 The Art of Joyful Living
A Workshop with Kim Vincent This highly acclaimed workshop evolved through 16 years of "one to one" work with hundreds of clients both in Europe and the US. Making permanent changes in your life does not have to be long, painful or disruptive. A weekend that will change your life forever.

 

 APR 19TH THE FESTIVAL OF WESAK I: SOLAR FIRE MEDITATION at the Full Moon of Taurus/Scorpio: Saturday, April 19th at 7:30PM. The essential frequency of these Festivals is the quality of livingness: two magnetic fields, heaven and earth, meet. The Kingdom of Humanity fuses with the Kingdom of Souls. This fusion of Kingdoms is bringing to pass the gradual transformation of our planet.

 

Catherine Ingram APR 22, 23, 25, 26 7:30-9:30PM Dharma Dialogues with Catherine Ingram Practical Wisdom in Precarious Times. This is a non-residential retreat with many of the benefits of an intensive. Please join Catherine for this spring gathering. Donation $10-$15. Apr 27th Day Retreat $75. For more info: click pdf flier or write This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or visit www.DharmaDialogues.org.

 

AlVerna Taylor APR 26TH SAT 2PM AlVerna Taylor Celebration & Memorial
The honor of your presence is requested! Please bring remembrances of AlVerna & join the celebration of her life. All are welcome. Memorial gifts may be sent to Meditation Mount PO Box 566, Ojai CA 93024-0566.

 

MARCH 2 0 0 8 PROGRAMS

Creative Meditation MAR 6TH THURS CREATIVE MEDITATION
Every THURSDAY for 8 weeks at Help of Ojai. Learn how to harness your natural, mental and emotional energies in service to humanity. Today humanity stands at the brink of change and it needs new leadership. Leadership of purpose through the heart. $50 for 8 weeks.


Miracle Circles MAR 18TH TUES Miracle Circles with Deb Court
Every 3rd Tues of every month. Come together and tap into your Miraculous Self. Learn "the Secret" to manifesting the life of your Dreams.

 

 MAR 20TH THE FESTIVAL OF ARIES SOLAR FIRE MEDITATION at the Full Moon of Aries/Libra: Thursday, March 20th at 7:30PM. Carol Lessinger will lead movement at 6:30pm and and music with Richard Hardy will be interspersed throughout the evening. The essential frequency of these Festivals is the quality of livingness: two magnetic fields, heaven and earth, meet. The Kingdom of Humanity fuses with the Kingdom of Souls. This fusion of Kingdoms is bringing to pass the gradual transformation of our planet.

 MAR 28-31 Healing Development Part I & II Starting Friday at 6PM. Join Roger Ford and Kim Vincent for the third part of "Healing in America's" powerful course in Energy Healing. This series leads to a certification in Spiritual Healing.

 

 


 
FEBRUARY 2 0 0 8 PROGRAMS
 

Miracle Circles FEB 19TH TUES Miracle Circles with Deb Court
Every 3rd Tues of each month. Come together and tap into your Miraculous Self. Learn "the Secret" to manifesting the life of your Dreams.

 

 FEB 20TH SOLAR FIRE MEDITATION at the Full Moon of Pisces/Virgo: We'll be meeting for an EXACT TIME MEDITATION Wednesday, February 20th at 6:30PM. CAROL LESSINGER will lead Movement at 6:00pm and and Music will be performed by JUDITH PIAZZA beginning at 6:30 and interspersed throughout the evening.

 


 FEB 22-25 Healing Development Part III Starting Friday at 6PM. Join Roger Ford and Kim Vincent for the third part of "Healing in America's" powerful course in Energy Healing. This series leads to a certification in Spiritual Healing.

 

 FEB 28TH Thank God for Evolution with Michael Dowd Thursday February 28th at 7PM, Hosted by The Ojai Interfaith Alliance in cooperation with Meditation Mount. Reverend Michael Dowd is America's Evolutionary Evangelist.

 

 FEB 29TH Harmonize Your Body Mind & Spirit with Yoga & Ayurveda Friday February 29th starting 6PM - Sunday March 1 at 12PM, With Maggie (Lewis) Koblasova, C.A.S. and Krista Neumann, C.A.S. bring you a weekend of nature, nurture, and nourishment. Discover Ayurvedic techniques to enhance your health and beauty. Learn ways to take this ancient knowledge home with you to add grace and vitality to your daily living.

 

 
JANUARY 2 0 0 8 PROGRAMS

 JAN 12-13 The Way of Story: The Craft and Soul of Writing: Saturday - Sunday 10-4. An integrative approach to writing narrative, combining solid craft with experiential inner discovery. “Catherine Ann Jones is in possession of a powerful talent…nothing is more rare in my opinion.” – Norman Mailer Workshop limited to twenty participants!

 

 JAN 21ST SOLAR FIRE MEDITATION at the Full Moon of Aquarius/Leo: Monday, January 21st at 7:30PM. ROBERT EVANS will lead QiGong at 6:30pm and and Music will be performed beginning at 7:15 and interspersed throughout the evening.

 

 

 
DECEMBER 2 0 0 7 PROGRAMS

 DEC 7-9 Intergen Gathering at the Mount:
Friday, Dec 7th thru Sunday Dec 9th. Join us! We are gathering multiple generations in one location, to open to our shared brilliance and to release set patterns so we breathe as one. In this way, we might awaken minds and enliven hearts to transform society!

 

Peter SterlingDEC 22nd Solstice Concert with Peter Sterling: Saturday, December 22nd at 7PM. Join us in joyfully celebrating the Solstice with the incredilby talented Peter Sterling, a blazing fire, tea & cider and community feasting. A harpist of world-class skill, Peter’s eclectic music continues to touch the lives of thousands around the world.

 

Solar FireDEC 23rd Solar Fire Meditation at the Full Moon of Capricorn/Cancer: Sunday, December 23rd at 5PM. Please come on time since the Full Moon exact time is 5:17PM. Join us for a light filled evening of meditation, a blessing to the world and hot tea!

 

 

NOVEMBER 2 0 0 7 PROGRAMS

 NOV 2-6 John Sherman 5 Day Silent Retreat: John offers guidance in the practice of
self-inquiry according to Ramana Maharshi, and encourages people to seek only the simple truth of their actual nature. All are welcome, with no regard for religious and spiritual beliefs and practices. Registration is free of charge. Donations for the support of our work are welcome and gratefully accepted.

 

 NOV 9 Friday Alitta and Joss w/ special guest Spring: 7:30PM You are cordially invited to an incredible evening of rockin divine music. Alitta is so excited to be collaborating with 2 incredible musicians on Friday. Both Spring and Joss have toured with Dave Stringer (Joss is just now returning from a tour with him) as well as promoting their own solo albums. $15

 

 NOV 23rd Solar Fire Meditation at the Full Moon of Sagittarius/Gemini: Friday at 7:30PM. ROBERT EVANS will lead QiGong at 6:30pm and Music will be performed by Raymond Powers beginning at 7:15 and interspersed throughout the evening.

 

OCTOBER 2 0 0 7 PROGRAMS

 

Miracle Circles OCT 18, THURS Miracle Circles with Deb Court
Come together and tap into your Miraculous Self. Learn "the Secret" to manifesting the life of your Dreams.

 

Healing Hands OCT 19-21 Healing Development Part I Starting Friday at 6PM. Join Roger Ford and Kim Vincent for the first part of "Healing in America's" powerful course in Energy Healing. This series leads to a certification in Spiritual Healing.

 

Andrew OserOCT 22 Living in Freedom & Joy With Life Coach Andrew Oser. Monday 7:30-9:30. Reconnect deeply to the Source within through guided meditation. Learn powerful new ways to bring more joy & balance into your life. By donation.

 

 OCT 24 The Direct Experience of the Substance of Love in Every Moment In this evening satsang, Ramana will guide you to the direct experience as love being fully and completely present in every moment. $10 at the door.

 

 OCT 25 Solar Fire Meditation at the Full Moon of Scorpio/Taurus: Thursday, October 25th at 7:30PM. ROBERT EVANS will lead QiGong at 6:30pm and Harmonic Awakening will perform beginning at 7:15 and interspersed throughout the evening.

 

 OCT 29 Surrendering to the Power, Silence and Heart of Arunachala Come join us for a special puja (a Hindu sacred ceremony) to the sacred mountain of Arunachala,considered by many southern Indians to be one of the holiest and most powerful places on earth. $10 at the door.

 

SEPTEMBER 2 0 0 7 PROGRAMS

 

 SEPT 14-16 Healing Development Part III Starting Friday at 6PM. Join Roger Ford and Kim Vincent for the third part of "Healing in America's" powerful course in Energy Healing. This series leads to a certification in Spiritual Healing.

 

 

 SEP 21-23 Living Peace in Ojai
The Retreats of Ojai (www.RetreatsOfOjai.org), and the Ojai Interfaith Alliance celebrate the UN International Day of Peace in Libby Park and at the Retreats. "The Gift of Peace" play will be a part of the weekend.

 

 SEPT 25 Solar Fire Meditation at the Full Moon of Libra/Aries: Tuesday, September 25th at 7:30PM, Raymond Powers will perform wooden flute/zither beginning at 7:15 and interspersed throughout the evening.

 

 
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