Wednesday, 31 October 2018

[Downtown Dharma Listserve] Ward 1 Board of Education

Hey friends!I hope everyone is well.  I've thought a lot about whether to share this on this platform or not, because I don't want to abuse the listserv, but in the end, I think it is a very important cause.  And honestly, I never know who to vote for for things like School Board.  And in many Sangha's I've attended the issue of politics and the political climate have been on everyone's mind.  And ultimately...
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Sunday, 28 October 2018

[Downtown Dharma Listserve] Looking for short-term, low-cost housing

My friend Brian is looking for urgent low-cost housing for his friend Ray. Ray is an older man who got a one-two punch last month of losing both his job and his living situation. He's currently sleeping in a shelter and looking for a short-term, low-cost housing option until he gets back on his feet. There are a lot of housing programs Ray isn't eligible for because he doesn't have a substance abuse or mental health problem -...
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Monday, 22 October 2018

[Downtown Dharma Listserve] Save the Date! 12/8 "Animals and the Buddha" event

Hello Friends!I hope you will join us for "Animals and the Buddha: Awakening Compassion for All Beings" co-sponsored by IMCW and Dharma Voices for Animals (DVA). The event will include a film screening, delicious vegan food, and discussion/reflection. Co-facilitated by Kristin Barker (IMCW teacher/One Earth Sangha Director) and Alexandra Arbogast (local DVA chapter leader). Details below and flyer attached. Please spread...
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[Downtown Dharma Listserve] Place to stay close to Charlotesville and yogaville. (Friends house) Airbn

Hi everyone, I wanted to offer this place to stay close to Ashram- Yogaville.My friend is offering her place to stay. I went over the summer and enjoyed very much. In yogaville, they have hatha yoga, which I enjoyed very much and they have a temple suitable for silent meditation. There is a bunch of other programs as well. I let the post here if anyone would like to join. https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/28723240?preview_for_ml&fbclid=IwAR193viPoO6J4fSXE6dgWa9hw3l-lvQBpNYkwfxnjvJrfbJ58Cegi1PoWKMMetta,...
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Saturday, 20 October 2018

[Downtown Dharma Listserve] Short-Term Sublease Opportunity

Greetings Downtown Dharma Community,This message is intended to reach anyone in the community who seeks a short-term sublease opportunity. One large unfurnished bedroom is available for rent for the months of November and December starting on 10/27 at the Lamont Dharma House. Two photos of the bedroom have been attached, and more information...
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[Downtown Dharma Listserve] "Other People Are the Path" Online class with Kaira Jewel tomorrow, Sunday Oct 21, 2pm EDT

Dear friends, I want to invite you to join an online class tomorrow on World Wide Insight that I will offer, "Other People are the Path: Relationships as Practice." From 2-3:30pm EDT. The class is free and donations are welcome.Other People Are the Path: Relationships as PracticeNote: This Sunday's class is an introduction to a 4-week online course I will offer starting next week, and it is a stand-alone class that can be...
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[Downtown Dharma Listserve] Correction: This Sunday Evening at the Potter's House

Hi friends,It appears I got ahead of myself. This Sunday is a peer-led Sangha. Instead, I will be teaching on mental formations next Sunday, October 28th. Thanks to Linda for noticing my error. I hope you are able to join the Sangha tomorrow evening.May you be well,KristinOn Fri, Oct 19, 2018, 7:05 PM Kristin Barker <kristin@1earthsangha.org>...
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Friday, 19 October 2018

[Downtown Dharma Listserve] This Sunday Evening at the Potter's House

Greetings Friends,After being away for work and retreat, I'm looking forward to being with you again this Sunday evening, 6:00 to 7:30 pm at the Potter's House (1658 Columbia Rd, NW).We'll continue the exploration of the super nerdy but completely fascinating five aggregates with a focus on the forth aggregate, mental formations.Okay, what...
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Your October 2018 Mission Insider Newsletter is here!

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[Downtown Dharma Listserve] Kaira Jewel's Online course: Widen Your Heart and Deepen it’s Capacity to Love

Dear friends, warmest greetings and may this message find you fulfilled and at ease. I wanted to let you know about the below online course I will be teaching which starts next week. Its my first online course! It runs for four weeks, with pre-recorded video teachings and guided meditations you can watch each week plus a live call each Sunday....
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