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Bhakti Yoga Retreat – Being for real

Mangalaarti — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 21:23:19 +0000

Title: Bhakti Yoga Retreat – Being for real
Location: Sugar ridge retreat centre
Date: Saturday, Nov 12 2011
Time:08:00 AM till 05:00 PM
Event Fee : $70 (includes transport) or $50 if you have your own transport

Only 1 more spot leftDescription: Away from the hustle bustle of the city, packed comfortably in the arms of Mother Nature treat yourself to a weekend of yoga and meditation with friends. Join us as we embark upon an exciting journey through the ancient yoga texts, find time to explore our true nature through meditation and guided discussions. Meditative walks through the wilderness will refresh your energies and we will surprise you with delicious vegan treats all day. We will endeavour to make this a day of simple living and high thinking.

Some activities you can look forward to:
Powerful joyous kirtans (musical mantra meditation)
Movie time
Spiritual Discussion 1: Aspirations, hope and longings; a journey within
Spiritual Discussion 2: Complete Meditation – Breaking the matrix of illusion
Coping with desire – The revolution within
Yoga workouts – spring into action
Nature walks
Savouring vegan delights

For details about the venue check: http://www.sugarridge.ca/

We are happy to arrange a car pool ride for you and request you to contact us at bhaktilounge.heartofyoga@gmail.com for transportation requests.

How do you know what you know – Bhagavad Gita

Mangalaarti — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 12:03:45 +0000

Title: How do you know what you know – Bhagavad Gita
Location: Bhakti Lounge, 324 Bloor St W, #1
Date: Friday, Oct 21 2011
Time:06:30 PM till 08:30 PM

Description : Is it possible that we have been traversing the Universe life after life? Join us a we share with you millenia of extensive research and spiritual insights. If you want to gain real control over your destiny, you must understand reincarnation and how it works.

Man’s eternal quest for immortality is so fundamental that we find it nearly impossible to conceive the thought of dying. Most of us seldom, if ever, think about death or what happens afterward, and if we do- then where do you start looking for answers? Some say that death is the end of everything. Some believe in heaven and hell. Still others hold that this life is only one of many we have lived and will live in the future. And there are many who accept reincarnation as an irrevocable fact of life. Reincarnation is not a “belief system,” or a psychological device for escaping the “grim finality” of death, but a precise science that explains our past and future lives- come out to the discussion to learn more!

Do we reincarnate instantaneously,slowly, or over a long period of time? Can other living beings, like animals, reincarnate in human bodies? Can man appear as an animal? Do we reincarnate forever, or does it end somewhere? Can we control our future incarnations? Can we be reborn on other planets or in other universes? Do good and evil actions play a role in determining our next body? What is the relationship between karma and reincarnation? All this and more will be discussed.

The discussion will be followed by soul soothing musical meditation .
To end the event- we will prepare, as always, an entirely vegan meal, including desert – to compliment your satiated spiritual and philosophical appetite!
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Vegan cooking – quick and easy

Mangalaarti — Sun, 25 Sep 2011 15:18:51 +0000

Title: Vegan cooking – quick and easy
Location: Centre for International Experience, 33 St George Street, University of Toronto
Date: Thursday, Sep 29 2011
Time:05:00 PM till 07:00 PM
Event fee : $7 ($5 for students) includes vegan dinner
Facilitator : Shyama-mohini

Description: Everything you need to know about vegan cooking from from choosing ingredients to advise on health and nutrition. Time to learn a variety of light and flavourful recipies. Learn in an interactive and participative environment so you can prepare quick meals for weekend specials.

There is an art to cooking these delights and our chef will share these secrets in a structured class room environment with you. With themed menus taken from countries all around the world we will show you how you can cook a meal at home that will win the hearts of your friends and family.

Through these classes we will take you on a Journey to focus deeply on the ‘Yoga of cooking’. Yes, you will be surprised to know how you can transform your home kitchen into a meditation room and your food into Ayurvedic treats.

Please pre-register as we have only limited spots.
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Yoga, Meditation and eat all you can – the complete package

Mangalaarti — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 21:32:42 +0000

Title: Yoga, Meditation and eat all you can – the complete package
Location: Bhakti Lounge, 324 Bloor Street West, #1
Date: Tuesday, Sep 20 2011
Time:06:30 PM till 08:30 PM
Description: Event Fee : $7 ($5 for students) includes vegan dinner
Facilitator : Mangal-arti

Description: Come experience a 60 minute yoga class designed to stretch, relax, and revitalize your muscles. We will be flowing through a variety of postures starting with Surya Namaskar – Sun Salutation, while listening too the Rhythmic music of mridanga (traditional Indian drum), cymbals and tambourine in time with the pace of the postures. Enhance your yoga practice by allowing the music to complement the movements and reach new heights !
After 60 min we’ll sink into deep relaxation and cap it all with some meditative kirtan. Kirtan is a powerful Sonic Yoga experience, a jewel of the ancient yoga system. Kirtan is a mix of music and meditation to cultivate inner strength and clarity of mind. Sometimes it is soft and meditative and sometimes it can get a little wild! Come and join in!
To top it all off there is an amazing vegan dinner and desert- all prepared fresh on site.
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Vegan cooking classes

Mangalaarti — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 16:31:54 +0000

Title: Vegan cooking classes
Location: Bhakti Lounge, 324 Bloor Street West, #1
Date: Wednesday, Aug 10 2011
Time:06:30 PM till 08:30 PM
Description: Event fee : $7 ($5 for students) includes vegan dinner
Facilitator : Shyama-mohini

Description: Everything you need to know about vegan cooking from from choosing ingredients to advise on health and nutrition. Time to learn a variety of light and flavourful recipies. Learn in an interactive and participative environment so you can prepare quick meals for weekend specials.

There is an art to cooking these delights and our chef will share these secrets in a structured class room environment with you. With themed menus taken from countries all around the world we will show you how you can cook a meal at home that will win the hearts of your friends and family.

Through these classes we will take you on a Journey to focus deeply on the ‘Yoga of cooking’. Yes, you will be surprised to know how you can transform your home kitchen into a meditation room and your food into Ayurvedic treats.

Please pre-register as we have only limited spots.
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Vegan cooking classes – become a knockout cook

Mangalaarti — Sun, 10 Jul 2011 09:41:14 +0000

Title: Vegan cooking classes – become a knockout cook
Location: Urbanedgeyoga, 324 Bloor Street West, #1
Date: Wednesday, Jul 27 2011
Time:06:30 PM till 08:30 PM
Event fee : $7 ($5 for students) includes vegan dinner
Facilitator : Shyama-mohini

Description: Time to learn a variety of light and flavourful recipies. Learn in an interactive and participative environment so you can prepare quick meals for weekend specials.

13 July – Indian
20 July – Glutten free fusion
27 July – Asian

There is an art to cooking these delights and our chef will share these secrets in a structured class room environment with you. With themed menus taken from countries all around the world we will show you how you can cook a meal at home that will win the hearts of your friends and family.

Through these classes we will take you on a Journey to focus deeply on the ‘Yoga of cooking’. Yes, you will be surprised to know how you can transform your home kitchen into a meditation room and your food into Ayurvedic treats.

Please pre-register as we have only limited spots.
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Krishna Fest – The Ultimate Connection

Mangalaarti — Fri, 25 Mar 2011 03:28:46 +0000

Title: Krishna Fest – The Ultimate Connection
Location: Urbanedgeyoga, 324 Bloor St W, #1
Date: Sunday, Apr 10 2011
Time:11:00 AM till 01:30 PM
Facilitator : Mangal-arti

Description :
• delicious vegan cuisine
• intriguing yoga philosophy
• unique live music – kirtan (mantra chants)
• creative dramas
Krishnafest is a unique time out. Come experience mantra chants with vibrant world music and hear the stimulating spiritual knowledge of ancient India. Relax over a super tasty vegan dinner with a diverse range of thoughtful people. Krishnafest is a great way to end the week and start a new one spiritually recharged.
The schedule of events at Krishna Fest is as follows:
11:00 – 11:30am live music – Kirtan
11:30 – 12:00pm Krishna philosophy
12:00 – 12:30pm ecstatic chanting and dancing
12:30 – 1:00pm vegan all-you-can-eat dinner
Is there a dress code?
There is no specific dress code. We just ask that guests dress tidily, with your unique flair of course. Don’t be surprised to see some of the staff dressed in the traditional dhoti and sari garments of ancient India.
The Krishnafest experience
Krishna Fest at UrbanEdgeYoga is pretty cool. The atmosphere is comfortable, friendly and non-threatening. Feel free to ask any question. You may be surprised to get profoundly satisfying answers to questions you never thought answerable. Or, if you are just curious, that’s okay too. Don’t be shy; many first time adventurers come to Krishnafest every week.
Would you like to know more?
The Krishna literature teaches that we are not our external material body; nor are we the endlessly restless mind. Instead, we are a spiritual being of pure consciousness. The nature of pure consciousness is to be continuously happy. However, our consciousness is currently masked by the mind and body. Just like dust covering a mirror. All activities at Krishnafest help to gradually wipe the dust off the mirror and reveal the true happiness that lies beneath. Try it, see for yourself and taste the bliss.

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Description :
• delicious vegan cuisine
• intriguing yoga philosophy
• unique live music – kirtan (mantra chants)
• creative dramas
Krishnafest is a unique time out. Come experience mantra chants with vibrant world music and hear the stimulating spiritual knowledge of ancient India. Relax over a super tasty vegan dinner with a diverse range of thoughtful people. Krishnafest is a great way to end the week and start a new one spiritually recharged.
The schedule of events at Krishna Fest is as follows:
11:00 – 11:30am live music – Kirtan
11:30 – 12:00pm Krishna philosophy
12:00 – 12:30pm ecstatic chanting and dancing
12:30 – 1:00pm vegan all-you-can-eat dinner
Is there a dress code?
There is no specific dress code. We just ask that guests dress tidily, with your unique flair of course. Don’t be surprised to see some of the staff dressed in the traditional dhoti and sari garments of ancient India.
The Krishnafest experience
Krishna Fest at UrbanEdgeYoga is pretty cool. The atmosphere is comfortable, friendly and non-threatening. Feel free to ask any question. You may be surprised to get profoundly satisfying answers to questions you never thought answerable. Or, if you are just curious, that’s okay too. Don’t be shy; many first time adventurers come to Krishnafest every week.
Would you like to know more?
The Krishna literature teaches that we are not our external material body; nor are we the endlessly restless mind. Instead, we are a spiritual being of pure consciousness. The nature of pure consciousness is to be continuously happy. However, our consciousness is currently masked by the mind and body. Just like dust covering a mirror. All activities at Krishnafest help to gradually wipe the dust off the mirror and reveal the true happiness that lies beneath. Try it, see for yourself and taste the bliss.

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Vegan Cooking – Spring delights

Mangalaarti — Fri, 25 Mar 2011 03:06:09 +0000

Title: Vegan Cooking – Spring delights
Location: Urbanedgeyoga, 324 Bloor St W, #1
Date: Thursday, Apr 07 2011
Time:06:30 PM till 08:30 PM
Facilitator : Madhvi
Event Fee : $7 ($5 for students) includes vegan dinner

Description: Spring time brings with it sunshine and lots of green veggies. Time to learn a variety of light and flavourful recipies. Learn in an interactive and participative environment so you can prepare quick meals for weekend specials.

There is an art to cooking these delights and our chef will share these secrets in a structured class room environment with you. With themed menus taken from countries all around the world we will show you how you can cook a meal at home that will win the hearts of your friends and family.

Through these classes we will take you on a Journey to focus deeply on the ‘Yoga of cooking’. Yes, you will be surprised to know how you can transform your home kitchen into a meditation room and your food into Ayurvedic treats.

Please pre-register as we have only limited spots.

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Movie Night – Special screening ‘Food Inc’

Mangalaarti — Sun, 13 Feb 2011 00:40:55 +0000

Title: Movie Night – Special screening ‘ Food Inc’
Location: Urbanedgeyoga, 324 Bloor Street West
Date: Tuesday, Mar 08 2011
Time:06:30 PM till 08:30 PM
Event fee : $7 ($5 for students) includes vegan dinner
Facilitator : Lyn, Rashi

Description:
Explore how the food we eat, impact our consciosuness and our well being. A dynamic film that lifts the veil the world’s food industry, exposing the highly mechanized underbelly that has been hidden from the consumer with the consent of our government’s regulatory agencies. Our nation’s food supply is now controlled by a handful of corporations that often put profit ahead of consumer health, the livelihood of the farmer, the safety of workers and our own environment.

Our actions today are building a world, a future that perhaps we are not prepared for. Enjoy and intriguing discussion that follows the movie and relates knowledge from the ancient texts of east. Explore the options these books present.

We have bigger-breasted chickens, the perfect pork chop, herbicide-resistant soybean seeds, even tomatoes that won’t go bad, but we also have new strains of E. coli—the harmful bacteria that causes illness for an estimated 73,000 Americans annually. We are riddled with widespread obesity, particularly among children, and an epidemic level of diabetes among adults.

Enjoy an amazing movie/documentary with snacks and desserts. Join us for meditation, dinner, movie and discussion.
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Movie Night – Special screening ‘ Your ever well wisher’ Part 1

Mangalaarti — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 16:03:10 +0000

Title: Movie Night – Special screening ‘ Your ever well wisher’ Part 1
Location: Urbanedgeyoga, 324 Bloor St W, #1
Date: Tuesday, Mar 01 2011
Time:06:30 PM till 08:30 PM

Facilitator : Rashi, Lyn
Event Fee : $7 ($5 for students) includes vegan dinner

Description:
A biography of a monk who wrote over 88 books on yoga philosophy, transformed the heart of millions of people and established the ancient eastern culture of Bhakti-yoga or Vaisnavism throughout the world. His visionary thoughts about world peace, vegetarianism, sustainable living shaped the minds of everyone who met him.

Come join us for a special screening of a movie that depicts his amazing journey with its humble beginings in remote corners of India. His story spans every continent of the world and his books are being read to date by millions.

Enjoy an amazing movie/documentary with snacks and desserts. Accompanying the movie will be a brief commentary by his students about some insights we can learn from his life.

Join us for meditation, dinner, movie and discussion.
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