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SUMMARY:Stories from the Mahabharata\, Part 2
DESCRIPTION:WITH SWAMI GANGANANDA \nIN PERSON OR ONLINEOnline registrants will receive a Zoom link at least one hour before the first class. \n\nThe Mahabharata is more than an ancient epic. It is a timeless treasure of stories that illuminate the human experience. Filled with unforgettable characters\, profound conversations\, and life-changing moments\, it explores universal themes of duty\, relationships\, leadership\, courage\, compassion\, and the choices that shape our lives. In this talk\, each story is brought to life with engaging narration and thoughtful reflection\, revealing the deeper wisdom hidden within the epic. Whether it is the strength of Bhīma\, the devotion of Draupadī\, the dilemmas of Arjuna\, or the wisdom of Krishna\, every story offers an opportunity to reflect\, learn\, and grow.\n \nWhether you are discovering the Mahabharata for the first time or revisiting its stories with fresh eyes\, this session will deepen your appreciation of this extraordinary epic and its enduring insights. Join us on a journey through one of the world’s greatest spiritual and literary masterpieces\, and discover timeless wisdom that continues to inspire the heart\, enrich the mind\, and guide us through life’s challenges.\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n. . . \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone *I will attend: *in persononlineAfternoon Talks *8/16 Stories from the Mahabharata\, Part 2 - $25.008/23 A Conversation with Death: Stories from Katha Upanishad - $25.008/30 Beyond the Thinker: Stories from Mundaka Upanishad - $25.009/6 Wisdom from the Hatha Yoga Pradipika - $25.009/13 Inspiring Stories from the Ramayana\, Part 1 - $25.009/20 Inspiring Stories from the Ramayana\, Part 2 - $25.0010/4 A Life of Purpose: Seven Stages of the Spiritual Seeker - $25.0010/11 Glories of the Divine Mother - $25.0010/18 Intro to Vedanta - $25.0010/25 What's Holding You Back? - $25.0011/8 Diwali Stories - $25.00Additional Donation*Your tax-deductible donations help to keep these classical Yogic teachings available for humanity.Stripe Credit Card *NameSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/stories-from-the-mahabharata-part-2/
LOCATION:Sivananda Yoga Los Angeles\, 1617 Broadway\, Suite C\, SANTA MONICA\, CA\, 90404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260820T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260820T190000
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SUMMARY:ONLINE Positive Thinking 1 (5 sessions)
DESCRIPTION:With Swami Sivasankariananda \nThis 5-session course meets five consecutive Thursdays from 5:30–7:00pm PDT \nONLINE ONLYReceive a Zoom link at least one hour before the first class. \n“Thought has got tremendous power. Thought can do anything. It can work wonders.”  —Swami Sivananda \nAs soon as we have a thought\, we get caught in the drama of life. Learn more about the mind. Choose which thoughts to entertain; this will guide you in developing a positive attitude toward life. Gain mastery over negative habits and increase self-esteem and confidence. Achieve what you really want through a Yogic lifestyle. With a little more awareness\, and little more motivation and determination\, you will be unstoppable. \nThis course offers many practical tools for empowering yourself and improving your everyday life. \nCurriculum\n\nWhat is thought?\nPower of thought\nPositive thinking according to the 4 classical paths of yoga\nIntention-setting for success\n\nBeginners are welcome. \nTextbook\nPositive Thinking manual \n \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone *AddressAddress Line 1Address Line 2CityState / Province / RegionPostal Code--- Select country ---AfghanistanAlbaniaAlgeriaAmerican SamoaAndorraAngolaAnguillaAntarcticaAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaArmeniaArubaAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelgiumBelizeBeninBermudaBhutanBolivia (Plurinational State of)Bonaire\, Saint Eustatius and SabaBosnia and HerzegovinaBotswanaBouvet IslandBrazilBritish Indian Ocean TerritoryBrunei DarussalamBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCabo VerdeCambodiaCameroonCanadaCayman IslandsCentral African RepublicChadChileChinaChristmas IslandCocos (Keeling) IslandsColombiaComorosCongoCongo (Democratic Republic of the)Cook IslandsCosta RicaCroatiaCubaCuraçaoCyprusCzech RepublicCôte d'IvoireDenmarkDjiboutiDominicaDominican RepublicEcuadorEgyptEl SalvadorEquatorial GuineaEritreaEstoniaEswatini (Kingdom of)EthiopiaFalkland Islands (Malvinas)Faroe IslandsFijiFinlandFranceFrench GuianaFrench PolynesiaFrench Southern TerritoriesGabonGambiaGeorgiaGermanyGhanaGibraltarGreeceGreenlandGrenadaGuadeloupeGuamGuatemalaGuernseyGuineaGuinea-BissauGuyanaHaitiHeard Island and McDonald IslandsHondurasHong KongHungaryIcelandIndiaIndonesiaIran (Islamic Republic of)IraqIreland (Republic of)Isle of ManIsraelItalyJamaicaJapanJerseyJordanKazakhstanKenyaKiribatiKorea (Democratic People's Republic of)Korea (Republic of)KosovoKuwaitKyrgyzstanLao People's Democratic RepublicLatviaLebanonLesothoLiberiaLibyaLiechtensteinLithuaniaLuxembourgMacaoMadagascarMalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaliMaltaMarshall IslandsMartiniqueMauritaniaMauritiusMayotteMexicoMicronesia (Federated States of)Moldova (Republic of)MonacoMongoliaMontenegroMontserratMoroccoMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNauruNepalNetherlandsNew CaledoniaNew ZealandNicaraguaNigerNigeriaNiueNorfolk IslandNorth Macedonia (Republic of)Northern Mariana IslandsNorwayOmanPakistanPalauPalestine (State of)PanamaPapua New GuineaParaguayPeruPhilippinesPitcairnPolandPortugalPuerto RicoQatarRomaniaRussian FederationRwandaRéunionSaint BarthélemySaint Helena\, Ascension and Tristan da CunhaSaint Kitts and NevisSaint LuciaSaint Martin (French part)Saint Pierre and MiquelonSaint Vincent and the GrenadinesSamoaSan MarinoSao Tome and PrincipeSaudi ArabiaSenegalSerbiaSeychellesSierra LeoneSingaporeSint Maarten (Dutch part)SlovakiaSloveniaSolomon IslandsSomaliaSouth AfricaSouth Georgia and the South Sandwich IslandsSouth SudanSpainSri LankaSudanSurinameSvalbard and Jan MayenSwedenSwitzerlandSyrian Arab RepublicTaiwan\, Republic of ChinaTajikistanTanzania (United Republic of)ThailandTimor-LesteTogoTokelauTongaTrinidad and TobagoTunisiaTurkmenistanTurks and Caicos IslandsTuvaluTürkiyeUgandaUkraineUnited Arab EmiratesUnited Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern IrelandUnited States Minor Outlying IslandsUnited States of AmericaUruguayUzbekistanVanuatuVatican City StateVenezuela (Bolivarian Republic of)VietnamVirgin Islands (British)Virgin Islands (U.S.)Wallis and FutunaWestern SaharaYemenZambiaZimbabweÅland IslandsCountryAnything we should know about you?5-session course *Positive Thinking 1 - $150.00I will attend *in person.online.Stripe Credit Card *Submit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/positive-thinking-1-course-5-sessions/
LOCATION:3741 West 27th Street\, Los Angeles\, California\, 90018
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T194500
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SUMMARY:Wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita
DESCRIPTION:Ongoing on Fridays with Swami Sivasankariananda (one hour earlier than usual this week) \nIN PERSON OR ONLINERegistrants will be sent a Zoom link at least one hour before the class. Please be sure to turn your video on. \nWe continue our study of this timeless scripture\, moving through Chapter 3\, The Yoga of Action. This chapter 3 teaches that it is impossible to live without action. Karma is the field of action and diversity; yoga is unity with the divine even while in the field of diversity. \nJoin us weekly\, or drop in when you can. Prior study of the Gita is not necessary to participate. \nThe Gita is alive to those who are alive to it. — Swami Sivananda \nBhagavad Gita with commentary by Swami Sivananda available in our online store. \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *PhoneI will attend *in persononlineGita - Optional Donation$24$16$10Please choose the donation that works best for you.Stripe Credit CardSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/online-wisdom-of-the-bhagavad-gita/
LOCATION:Sivananda Yoga Los Angeles\, 1617 Broadway\, Suite C\, SANTA MONICA\, CA\, 90404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260823T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260823T153000
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SUMMARY:A Conversation with Death: Stories from Katha Upanishad
DESCRIPTION:WITH SWAMI GANGANANDA \nIN PERSON OR ONLINEOnline registrants will receive a Zoom link at least one hour before the first class. \n\n\nWhat happens after death? What is the true nature of the Self? What gives life lasting meaning? The Katha Upanishad explores these timeless questions through the remarkable dialogue between the young seeker Naciketas and Yama\, the Lord of Death.\n\n\n\n\n\nIn these talks\, this profound conversation is brought to life through engaging storytelling and thoughtful reflection. Discover the wisdom of one of the most celebrated Upanishads as it offers insights into the nature of the soul\, the pursuit of lasting happiness\, and the path to self-discovery. Whether you are new to the Upanishads or familiar with their teachings\, these sessions invite you to reflect on life’s deepest questions and uncover wisdom that continues to inspire seekers across generations. \n\n\n\n\n\n. . . \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone *I will attend: *in persononlineAfternoon Talks *8/16 Stories from the Mahabharata\, Part 2 - $25.008/23 A Conversation with Death: Stories from Katha Upanishad - $25.008/30 Beyond the Thinker: Stories from Mundaka Upanishad - $25.009/6 Wisdom from the Hatha Yoga Pradipika - $25.009/13 Inspiring Stories from the Ramayana\, Part 1 - $25.009/20 Inspiring Stories from the Ramayana\, Part 2 - $25.0010/4 A Life of Purpose: Seven Stages of the Spiritual Seeker - $25.0010/11 Glories of the Divine Mother - $25.0010/18 Intro to Vedanta - $25.0010/25 What's Holding You Back? - $25.0011/8 Diwali Stories - $25.00Additional Donation*Your tax-deductible donations help to keep these classical Yogic teachings available for humanity.Stripe Credit Card *MessageSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/a-conversation-with-death-stories-from-katha-upanishad/
LOCATION:Sivananda Yoga Los Angeles\, 1617 Broadway\, Suite C\, SANTA MONICA\, CA\, 90404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260827T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260827T190000
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SUMMARY:Stress Resilience Course (5 sessions)
DESCRIPTION:With Bhaskara \nThis 5-session course meets weekly on Thursdays from 5:30–7:00pm PDT. \nIN PERSON OR ONLINEOnline registrants will receive a Zoom link at least one hour before the first class. \nBased on the timeless teachings of Swami Sivananda\, we offer practical yogic tools to restore balance\, calm the mind\, and support overall wellbeing. Through gentle yoga\, breathing exercises\, relaxation\, meditation\, and positive thinking practices\, participants will learn how stress affects the body and mind and how to respond with greater awareness and resilience. The course provides a nurturing and supportive environment to cultivate inner peace\, improve emotional balance\, and develop healthy habits for a more harmonious and joyful life. \nTopics covered include:• Understanding the mind• Physiology of stress• Conscious relaxation• Diet and stress• Self-awareness and existential anxiety \nThis course offers many practical tools for empowering yourself and improving your everyday life. Lots of room for discussion. \nThe instructor\, Bhaskara\, is a Sivananda-trained Hatha Yoga teacher\, who has done extra study on stress relief with Acharya Swami Sitaramananda. He is currently enrolled in the 800-hour SIvananda Yoga Health Educator Training (SYHET) to go deeper. \n. . . \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone *AddressAddress Line 1Address Line 2CityState / Province / RegionPostal Code--- Select country ---AfghanistanAlbaniaAlgeriaAmerican SamoaAndorraAngolaAnguillaAntarcticaAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaArmeniaArubaAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelgiumBelizeBeninBermudaBhutanBolivia (Plurinational State of)Bonaire\, Saint Eustatius and SabaBosnia and HerzegovinaBotswanaBouvet IslandBrazilBritish Indian Ocean TerritoryBrunei DarussalamBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCabo VerdeCambodiaCameroonCanadaCayman IslandsCentral African RepublicChadChileChinaChristmas IslandCocos (Keeling) IslandsColombiaComorosCongoCongo (Democratic Republic of the)Cook IslandsCosta RicaCroatiaCubaCuraçaoCyprusCzech RepublicCôte d'IvoireDenmarkDjiboutiDominicaDominican RepublicEcuadorEgyptEl SalvadorEquatorial GuineaEritreaEstoniaEswatini (Kingdom of)EthiopiaFalkland Islands (Malvinas)Faroe IslandsFijiFinlandFranceFrench GuianaFrench PolynesiaFrench Southern TerritoriesGabonGambiaGeorgiaGermanyGhanaGibraltarGreeceGreenlandGrenadaGuadeloupeGuamGuatemalaGuernseyGuineaGuinea-BissauGuyanaHaitiHeard Island and McDonald IslandsHondurasHong KongHungaryIcelandIndiaIndonesiaIran (Islamic Republic of)IraqIreland (Republic of)Isle of ManIsraelItalyJamaicaJapanJerseyJordanKazakhstanKenyaKiribatiKorea (Democratic People's Republic of)Korea (Republic of)KosovoKuwaitKyrgyzstanLao People's Democratic RepublicLatviaLebanonLesothoLiberiaLibyaLiechtensteinLithuaniaLuxembourgMacaoMadagascarMalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaliMaltaMarshall IslandsMartiniqueMauritaniaMauritiusMayotteMexicoMicronesia (Federated States of)Moldova (Republic of)MonacoMongoliaMontenegroMontserratMoroccoMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNauruNepalNetherlandsNew CaledoniaNew ZealandNicaraguaNigerNigeriaNiueNorfolk IslandNorth Macedonia (Republic of)Northern Mariana IslandsNorwayOmanPakistanPalauPalestine (State of)PanamaPapua New GuineaParaguayPeruPhilippinesPitcairnPolandPortugalPuerto RicoQatarRomaniaRussian FederationRwandaRéunionSaint BarthélemySaint Helena\, Ascension and Tristan da CunhaSaint Kitts and NevisSaint LuciaSaint Martin (French part)Saint Pierre and MiquelonSaint Vincent and the GrenadinesSamoaSan MarinoSao Tome and PrincipeSaudi ArabiaSenegalSerbiaSeychellesSierra LeoneSingaporeSint Maarten (Dutch part)SlovakiaSloveniaSolomon IslandsSomaliaSouth AfricaSouth Georgia and the South Sandwich IslandsSouth SudanSpainSri LankaSudanSurinameSvalbard and Jan MayenSwedenSwitzerlandSyrian Arab RepublicTaiwan\, Republic of ChinaTajikistanTanzania (United Republic of)ThailandTimor-LesteTogoTokelauTongaTrinidad and TobagoTunisiaTurkmenistanTurks and Caicos IslandsTuvaluTürkiyeUgandaUkraineUnited Arab EmiratesUnited Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern IrelandUnited States Minor Outlying IslandsUnited States of AmericaUruguayUzbekistanVanuatuVatican City StateVenezuela (Bolivarian Republic of)VietnamVirgin Islands (British)Virgin Islands (U.S.)Wallis and FutunaWestern SaharaYemenZambiaZimbabweÅland IslandsCountryAnything we should know about you?5-session course *Positive Thinking 1 - $150.00I will attend *in person.online.Stripe Credit Card *Submit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/stress-relief-course-5-sessions/
LOCATION:Sivananda Yoga Los Angeles\, 1617 Broadway\, Suite C\, SANTA MONICA\, CA\, 90404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260829T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260829T180000
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SUMMARY:Indian Vegetarian Cooking Workshop with Jothi
DESCRIPTION:Cook with Jothi \nIN PERSON OR ONLINEOnline registrants will receive a Zoom link at least one hour before the workshop. \nLearn to make a meal that is simple to make and deliciously satisfying to eat. The yogic diet is lacto-vegetarian\, consisting of pure\, simple\, natural foods which are easily digested and promote health. Simple meals aid the digestion and assimilation of food. Eating the freshest\, best-quality foods from the top of the food chain will ensure the best supply of our essential nutritional needs. By eating smart\, attain a high standard of health\, keen intellect and serenity of mind. \nJothi is a nurse—and a natural cook. Learn from her ease in the kitchen and knowledge of nutrition. (We invite her to cook for us as often as we can.) \nStay after the workshop and enjoy the feast with us! \nMENUPalak PaneerRiceBeetsRice Kheer \nIf you are online and want to cook along with Jothi\, please email us in advance for the ingredient list at losangeles@sivananda.org \nBring your appetite. Encourage a friend to sign up\, too! \nMaximum 6 participants.  \n. . . \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *PhoneI will attend *in persononlineDonation *Indian Vegetarian Cooking Workshop with Jothi - $40.00Additional Donation*Your tax-deductible donations help to keep these classical Yogic teachings available for humanity!Stripe Credit Card *Submit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/vegan-thai-cooking-workshop/
LOCATION:Sivananda Yoga Los Angeles\, 1617 Broadway\, Suite C\, SANTA MONICA\, CA\, 90404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260830T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260830T153000
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Thinker: Stories from Mundaka Upanishad
DESCRIPTION:WITH SWAMI GANGANANDA \nIN PERSON OR ONLINEOnline registrants will receive a Zoom link at least one hour before the first class. \n\n\nIs there a knowledge that brings lasting peace and fulfillment? The Mundaka Upanishad invites us to look beyond information and intellectual understanding to discover the deeper truth of who we are. \nThrough inspiring stories\, memorable teachings\, and thoughtful discussions\, these talks explore the Upanishad’s timeless wisdom in a simple and engaging way. Learn about the search for true knowledge\, the nature of the Self\, and the path to inner freedom. Whether you are new to the Upanishads or have studied them before\, this session offers an opportunity to reflect\, grow\, and discover insights that can bring greater clarity\, purpose\, and peace to everyday life. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n. . . \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone *I will attend: *in persononlineAfternoon Talks *8/16 Stories from the Mahabharata\, Part 2 - $25.008/23 A Conversation with Death: Stories from Katha Upanishad - $25.008/30 Beyond the Thinker: Stories from Mundaka Upanishad - $25.009/6 Wisdom from the Hatha Yoga Pradipika - $25.009/13 Inspiring Stories from the Ramayana\, Part 1 - $25.009/20 Inspiring Stories from the Ramayana\, Part 2 - $25.0010/4 A Life of Purpose: Seven Stages of the Spiritual Seeker - $25.0010/11 Glories of the Divine Mother - $25.0010/18 Intro to Vedanta - $25.0010/25 What's Holding You Back? - $25.0011/8 Diwali Stories - $25.00Additional Donation*Your tax-deductible donations help to keep these classical Yogic teachings available for humanity.Stripe Credit Card *EmailSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/beyond-the-thinker-stories-from-mundaka-upanishad/
LOCATION:Sivananda Yoga Los Angeles\, 1617 Broadway\, Suite C\, SANTA MONICA\, CA\, 90404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260901T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260901T190000
DTSTAMP:20260808T035730Z
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SUMMARY:Yoga 1 Course (5 sessions)
DESCRIPTION:WITH DHARMA SHAKTI \nONSITE OR ONLINEThe course meets five consecutive Tuesdays from 5:30–7:00pm PDT Online registrants will receive a Zoom link at least one hour before the first class. \nThis course is ideal for beginners\, and those new to Sivananda Yoga. We want you to feel confident and safe in your practice. This course progressively introduces you to Sivananda Yoga and covers yoga asanas\, breathing exercises\, meditation\, mantra chanting and yoga philosophy. Feel your body and mind becoming more flexible. You may feel more calm in general. At the end of this course\, you will be able to practice the basics of yoga on your own and/or join any of our open classes. Progress in your yoga journey by taking the continuation\, a 5-session Yoga 2 course. If you’re looking to realize some of the many positive benefits of yoga\, this course is for you.  \nCurriculum\n\n Step-by-step guide to 11 of the basic 12 postures\, with explanation of benefits of the postures\n Techniques of yogic breathing\n Techniques of relaxation\n The 5 elements of yoga including purpose and methods of classical yoga\n Difference between yoga asanas and physical exercises\nBasic philosophy about happiness\, health\, life and freedom\n\nTextbook\nEssentials of Yoga Practice and Philosophy by Swami Sitaramananda is an excellent overview of this material and more.Available in our boutique. \n  \n. . . \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastPhoneEmail *How will you join us? *in persononline5-session course *Yoga 1 - $150.00Would you like to make an additional donation?Total$0.00Stripe Credit Card *EmailSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/5-week-yoga-1-course/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260904T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260904T073000
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SUMMARY:Krishna Janmastami Puja
DESCRIPTION:IN PERSON OR ONLINE \nWe observe Kṛṣṇa Janmāṣṭamī (Lord Krishna’s birthday) today. Originally\, in Vṛndāvana\, all the cowherd women and men were invited to participate\, and they arrived in jubilation. A band played for the enjoyment of the assembled people. Brāhmaṇas chanted Vedic hymns for the good fortune of Kṛṣṇa. During the chanting\, Kṛṣṇa was bathed. This bathing ceremony is technically called abhiṣeka\, and even today this is observed in all the temples of Vṛndāvana as Janmāṣṭamī Day\, or the birthday anniversary of Lord Kṛṣṇa.  \nStory of Krishna’s Birth\nKrishna was born to Devaki and Vasudeva at midnight in a dungeon in Mathura. Miraculously\, Vasudeva was able to carry the baby out of the dungeon\, make his way to Vrindavan\, switch Krishna for a baby girl born to Yashoda and Nanda and return to the dungeon unnoticed—to save the child from the wrath of Kamsa. When Kamsa heard the baby’s cries he feared for his life. He rushed in to kill the baby\, but the baby flew into the air in the form of the demigoddess Maya and told Kamsa that the child had been born elsewhere and that he would be unable to kill him. \nDonations of flowers\, sweets\, fruits or dakshina are welcome. \nOnline participants: We will be on our regular Satsang Zoom link: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/99199972563?pwd=bzFGZHRlRVpzcDNQbG9rM0tSSXBPUT09 \nYou can also prepare your own offerings of flowers and prasad and participate from home.  \n \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone *I will attend the Ganesha Chaturti Puja *in persononlineDonation ($20 suggested)Please fill in the amount you'd like to donate.Comment or MessageTotal$0.00CommentSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/online-krishnas-birthday-puja/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260906T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260906T153000
DTSTAMP:20260802T010539Z
CREATED:20260702T045612Z
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UID:10001176-1788703200-1788708600@sivanandala.org
SUMMARY:Wisdom from the Hatha Yoga Pradipika
DESCRIPTION:WITH SWAMI GANGANANDA \nIN PERSON OR ONLINEOnline registrants will receive a Zoom link at least one hour before the first class. \n\n\nThe Hatha Yoga Pradipika is one of the most influential classical yoga texts\, offering practical guidance for cultivating a healthy body\, a steady mind\, and a disciplined life. Chapters 1 and 2 introduce the foundations of Hatha Yoga\, including ethical living\, yogic practices\, and the role of breath in preparing the mind for meditation. It is also known as the practice to balance the Ha (Sun) and Tha (Moon) energy in body and mind. \nIn these talks\, we will explore the essential teachings of these chapters in a clear and accessible way. Discover the purpose behind traditional yoga practices\, understand their deeper significance\, and learn how this ancient wisdom can support balance\, focus\, and inner well-being in everyday life. Whether you are a yoga practitioner or simply curious about its roots\, these sessions offer valuable insights for all. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n. . . \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone *I will attend: *in persononlineAfternoon Talks *8/16 Stories from the Mahabharata\, Part 2 - $25.008/23 A Conversation with Death: Stories from Katha Upanishad - $25.008/30 Beyond the Thinker: Stories from Mundaka Upanishad - $25.009/6 Wisdom from the Hatha Yoga Pradipika - $25.009/13 Inspiring Stories from the Ramayana\, Part 1 - $25.009/20 Inspiring Stories from the Ramayana\, Part 2 - $25.0010/4 A Life of Purpose: Seven Stages of the Spiritual Seeker - $25.0010/11 Glories of the Divine Mother - $25.0010/18 Intro to Vedanta - $25.0010/25 What's Holding You Back? - $25.0011/8 Diwali Stories - $25.00Additional Donation*Your tax-deductible donations help to keep these classical Yogic teachings available for humanity.Stripe Credit Card *MessageSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/wisdom-from-the-hatha-yoga-pradipika/
LOCATION:Sivananda Yoga Los Angeles\, 1617 Broadway\, Suite C\, SANTA MONICA\, CA\, 90404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260908T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260908T073000
DTSTAMP:20260702T045159Z
CREATED:20200807T202805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T045159Z
UID:10000556-1788847200-1788852600@sivanandala.org
SUMMARY:Swami Sivananda Birthday Puja
DESCRIPTION:IN PERSON OR VIA ZOOMOnline registrants will receive a Zoom link the evening before the puja. \nA revered saint of modern times Swami Sivananda is the inspiration behind the International Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centres. Born in south India in 1887\, he served for many years as a medical doctor before renouncing worldly life and establishing an ashram in Rishikesh\, north India in 1932. \nHis mission was to serve humanity through yoga and in 1936 founded the Divine Life Society. He developed the Yoga of Synthesis\, an amalgamation of the Four Paths of Yoga that he summarised as: “Serve\, love\, give\, purify\, meditate\, realize.”  He is the author of more than 300 books on all aspects of yoga providing spiritual guidance to millions around the world. Though he never left his native India his teachings quickly spread internationally\, leaving a legacy of love\, peace and knowledge still unfolding today. \nWe honor his generous spirit and sincere love for all. We will tell stories from his life and read from his copious writings\, as well as perform a Bhakti Yoga ritual to invoke his blessings. \nYou are welcome to prepare your own offerings of flowers and prasad at home.  \n \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone *I will attend the puja *in persononlineDonation *Price: $25.00Additional DonationComment or MessageTotal$0.00Stripe Credit Card *Submit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/online-swami-sivananda-birthday-puja/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260913T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260913T153000
DTSTAMP:20260802T010808Z
CREATED:20231020T001355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260802T010808Z
UID:10000969-1789308000-1789313400@sivanandala.org
SUMMARY:Inspiring Stories from the Ramayana\, Part 1
DESCRIPTION:WITH SWAMI GANGANANDA \nIN PERSON OR ONLINEOnline registrants will receive a Zoom link at least one hour before the first class. \nThe epic\, the Ramayana\, is a perennial source of spiritual\, cultural and artistic inspiration to all readers. Rama is the ideal son\, the ideal ruler\, the ideal husband and the ideal son. Sita is unique\, the embodiment of the ideals of womanhood. \nExample of stories to be shared (across two sessions): \nBirth of RamaRama’s duty as sonAdventures in the Dandaka forestSita being kidnapped by RavanaHanuman meeting RamaRescuing Sita in Lanka \n. . . \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone *I will attend: *in persononlineAfternoon Talks *8/16 Stories from the Mahabharata\, Part 2 - $25.008/23 A Conversation with Death: Stories from Katha Upanishad - $25.008/30 Beyond the Thinker: Stories from Mundaka Upanishad - $25.009/6 Wisdom from the Hatha Yoga Pradipika - $25.009/13 Inspiring Stories from the Ramayana\, Part 1 - $25.009/20 Inspiring Stories from the Ramayana\, Part 2 - $25.0010/4 A Life of Purpose: Seven Stages of the Spiritual Seeker - $25.0010/11 Glories of the Divine Mother - $25.0010/18 Intro to Vedanta - $25.0010/25 What's Holding You Back? - $25.0011/8 Diwali Stories - $25.00Additional Donation*Your tax-deductible donations help to keep these classical Yogic teachings available for humanity.Stripe Credit Card *NameSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/inspiring-stories-from-the-ramayana/
LOCATION:Sivananda Yoga Los Angeles\, 1617 Broadway\, Suite C\, SANTA MONICA\, CA\, 90404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260913T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260913T190000
DTSTAMP:20260705T234736Z
CREATED:20200805T043339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260705T234736Z
UID:10000553-1789320600-1789326000@sivanandala.org
SUMMARY:Ganesha Chaturthi Puja
DESCRIPTION:With Swami Sivasankariananda \nIN PERSON OR ONLINEOnline participants will receive a Zoom link the day of the puja. \nGanesha Chaturthi is one of the most popular of Hindu festivals. This is the birthday of Lord Ganesha. It is the day most sacred to Lord Ganesha. Lord Ganesha is the elephant-headed God. He is worshipped first in any prayers. His Names are repeated first before any auspicious work is begun\, before any kind of worship is begun. He is the Lord of power and wisdom. He is the eldest son of Lord Siva and the elder brother of Kartikeya. Without the Grace of Sri Ganesha and His help nothing whatsoever can be achieved. No action can be undertaken without His support\, Grace or blessing. \nONLINE: You are welcome to prepare your own offerings of flowers and prasad at home.  Call or email for the link. \nIN PERSON: Please RSVP. All are welcome. It is customary to bring a monetary offering and/or sweets\, fruits or flowers. \nDonations welcome. \n310-822-9642  •  losangeles@sivananda.org \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone *I will attend the Ganesha Chaturti Puja *in persononlineDonation ($20 suggested)Please fill in the amount you'd like to donate.Comment or MessageTotal$0.00CommentSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/online-ganesha-chaturthi-puja/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260919T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260919T180000
DTSTAMP:20260816T004710Z
CREATED:20260720T203220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T004710Z
UID:10001185-1789812000-1789840800@sivanandala.org
SUMMARY:Ayurvedic Body Treatment Day!
DESCRIPTION:Book an Abhyanga with Kamala! We are offering Ayurvedic body treatments in Mar Vista. We will start with taking appointments for the third Saturday each month. (September 19\, October 17…) For now\, we are only offering Abhyanga\, but hope to add Shirodhara and Swedana soon. \nBenefit from the wisdom of a 5\,000-year-old science. Ayurvedic therapies are often recommended in Ayurvedic consultations.  \nT H E   T R E A T M E N T Based on the ancient system of Ayurvedic medicine from India \nAbhyanga\n \nA beautifully relaxing and luxurious full-body warm herbal oil massage. Oil type is chosen based on your body type (warming oils like sesame or almond for vata\, cooling oils like coconut or olive oil for pitta\, warming oils like mustard or sunflower oil for kapha). The skin is the largest organ of the body. It produces naturally occurring antidepressants\, anti-cancer\, and anti-aging substances as well as hormones that enhance circulation. (You may get hooked and start doing daily self-massage!) \n\nIncreases the softness of the skin and adds lustre to it\, in turn giving skin a healthy glow\nDecreases Vata\nStrengthens the Dhatus (the body’s tissues in accordance to the Ayurvedic texts)\nIncreases strength and stamina\nImproves vision\nPromotes healthy sleep\n\n60 minutes $15090 minutes with additional attention to head/neck $200 \n\n\n \n\n\nP R A C T I T I O N E R  \nAyurvedic Practitioner Kamala was trained at the California College of Ayurveda. She has a knowing touch and a caring heart. \nMore information \nCall the Center to check availability and make your appointment.Pay below or over the phone when you call. \nCancellation Policy: 24 hours notice is required to cancel or reschedule an appointment. Failure to cancel appointments at least 24 hours in advance or failure to show up for your appointment will result in a charge of 50% of the scheduled appointment fee. \n. . . \n\nBook one today!\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone *Secure your appointment *Abhyanga (1 hr) - $150.00Abhyanga & Head/Neck Add-on (1.5 hrs) - $200.00Please call the Center at 310-822-9642 to choose a time.Comment or MessageStripe Credit Card *MessageSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/ayurvedic-body-treatment-day/
LOCATION:3741 West 27th Street\, Los Angeles\, California\, 90018
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260919T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260919T153000
DTSTAMP:20260721T163336Z
CREATED:20260721T163331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T163336Z
UID:10001190-1789826400-1789831800@sivanandala.org
SUMMARY:Self-Healing & Resilience
DESCRIPTION:With Swami Sivasankariananda\, C-IAYT \nIN PERSON OR ONLINEOnline participants will receive the Zoom link within one hour of the session. \nResilience in Life Struggles\, Conflicts and Stress \nSelf-healing\, as taught in the classical Vedanta tradition\, has guided seekers for thousands of years. Mistaken perceptions\, old patterns of self-doubt and a busy mind can cloud your natural state of peace. Calming the mind allows the light of Self-knowledge to shine through. \nMany people find that\, as this understanding dawns\, stress reduces\, inner confidence grows\, and a deep sense of relief follows naturally. \n. . . \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone *I will attend: *in persononlineAfternoon Talks *8/16 Stories from the Mahabharata\, Part 2 - $25.008/23 A Conversation with Death: Stories from Katha Upanishad - $25.008/30 Beyond the Thinker: Stories from Mundaka Upanishad - $25.009/6 Wisdom from the Hatha Yoga Pradipika - $25.009/13 Inspiring Stories from the Ramayana\, Part 1 - $25.009/20 Inspiring Stories from the Ramayana\, Part 2 - $25.0010/4 A Life of Purpose: Seven Stages of the Spiritual Seeker - $25.0010/11 Glories of the Divine Mother - $25.0010/18 Intro to Vedanta - $25.0010/25 What's Holding You Back? - $25.0011/8 Diwali Stories - $25.00Additional Donation*Your tax-deductible donations help to keep these classical Yogic teachings available for humanity.Stripe Credit Card *NameSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/self-healing-resilience/
LOCATION:Sivananda Yoga Los Angeles\, 1617 Broadway\, Suite C\, SANTA MONICA\, CA\, 90404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260920T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260920T153000
DTSTAMP:20260808T041510Z
CREATED:20260802T010936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T041510Z
UID:10001192-1789912800-1789918200@sivanandala.org
SUMMARY:Inspiring Stories from the Ramayana\, Part 2
DESCRIPTION:WITH SWAMI GANGANANDA \nIN PERSON OR ONLINEOnline registrants will receive a Zoom link at least one hour before the first class. \nThe epic\, the Ramayana\, is a perennial source of spiritual\, cultural and artistic inspiration to all readers. Rama is the ideal son\, the ideal ruler\, the ideal husband and the ideal son. Sita is unique\, the embodiment of the ideals of womanhood. \nExample of stories to be shared (across two sessions): \nBirth of RamaRama’s duty as sonAdventures in the Dandaka forestSita being kidnapped by RavanaHanuman meeting RamaRescuing Sita in Lanka \n. . . \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone *I will attend: *in persononlineAfternoon Talks *8/16 Stories from the Mahabharata\, Part 2 - $25.008/23 A Conversation with Death: Stories from Katha Upanishad - $25.008/30 Beyond the Thinker: Stories from Mundaka Upanishad - $25.009/6 Wisdom from the Hatha Yoga Pradipika - $25.009/13 Inspiring Stories from the Ramayana\, Part 1 - $25.009/20 Inspiring Stories from the Ramayana\, Part 2 - $25.0010/4 A Life of Purpose: Seven Stages of the Spiritual Seeker - $25.0010/11 Glories of the Divine Mother - $25.0010/18 Intro to Vedanta - $25.0010/25 What's Holding You Back? - $25.0011/8 Diwali Stories - $25.00Additional Donation*Your tax-deductible donations help to keep these classical Yogic teachings available for humanity.Stripe Credit Card *CommentSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/inspiring-stories-from-the-ramayana-part-2/
LOCATION:Sivananda Yoga Los Angeles\, 1617 Broadway\, Suite C\, SANTA MONICA\, CA\, 90404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260926T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260926T150000
DTSTAMP:20260716T212723Z
CREATED:20230824T200411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T212723Z
UID:10000961-1790431200-1790434800@sivanandala.org
SUMMARY:Pancha Karma Info Session
DESCRIPTION:ONLINE \nA Zoom link will be sent to online registrants within one hour of the workshop start time. \nWith Vaidya Bharathi \nShodhana Chikitsa is an Ayurvedic approach that is designed to free ama (toxins) from its storage sites in the body and return it to the digestive system. From there\, the ama and excess dosha will be expelled using specific cleansing practices that are often referred to as “Pancha Karma.” It is indicated when ama is present and the client is strong enough to withstand the rigors of cleansing. \nThere is a preparatory phase\, cleansing phase and recovery phase. In order for this treatment to be most effective\, all three phases must be given due attention. \nThe Yoga Farm is offering a 7-Day Pancha Karma Detox later this fall\, Vaidya Bharathi has agreed to offer a short presentation and answer any specific questions about the process or your eligibility. Please join us. \nDr. Bharathi A.V.\, BAMS\, FAIHM\, YIC\, is a passionate Ayurveda Practitioner\, Speaker\, and Educator with over 20 years of clinical experience. She believes in working together with her clients as a team in creating health and balance. She obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Ayurveda (BAMS)\, from Bangalore University\, India. Dr. Bharathi is a Fellow in Integrative Medicine from the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine. She is a researcher who has also co-authored several scientific publications. Dr. Bharathi has been practicing in Orange County for over 16 years. Her areas of expertise include managing digestive imbalances\, healthy weight management\, post oncology integrative care\, Ayurveda detoxification and chronic pain management. \nRegister\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastPhone *Email *Would you like to make a donation?Total$0.00Stripe Credit Card *EmailSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/pancha-karma-info-session/
LOCATION:3741 West 27th Street\, Los Angeles\, California\, 90018
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260926T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260926T160000
DTSTAMP:20260816T004833Z
CREATED:20200128T174030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T004833Z
UID:10000479-1790431200-1790438400@sivanandala.org
SUMMARY:Free Yoga Open House
DESCRIPTION:Free introduction\nFind out what classical\, authentic yoga is and how it positively affects the body\, mind and spirit. Yoga is for EVERY BODY! Yoga is as ancient as it is fresh. With a little discipline\, you can gain flexibility\, strength\, lung capacity and taste a more peaceful way of managing life. This event is suitable for total beginners. We can adapt for all body sizes and conditions. Just come\, have fun\, move a little\, share a little. Bring all your questions. \nThe event is free. We appreciate pre-registration. Please plan to arrive a few minutes early. Metered street parking on Saturdays.  \nWhat to bring\nWear or bring loose\, comfortable\, modest clothing that allows you to move easily. \nProgram Schedule\n2:00pmIntroduction to the Center and teachings of Classical Yoga \n2:30pmOne Hour Introductory Yoga Class:A 60-minute beginner’s asana class\, ending with an introduction to Meditation \n4:00pmRefreshments and an opportunity to ask questions and learn about other programs at our Center and Ashram \nSign up\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *PhoneHow will you join? *I will attend in person.I will attend online.Optional Donation*Your tax-deductible donations help to keep these classical Yogic teachings available for all!Stripe Credit Card *NameSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/free-yoga-open-house-2/
LOCATION:Sivananda Yoga Los Angeles\, 1617 Broadway\, Suite C\, SANTA MONICA\, CA\, 90404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260927T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260927T153000
DTSTAMP:20260816T015640Z
CREATED:20260606T212140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T015640Z
UID:10001164-1790517600-1790523000@sivanandala.org
SUMMARY:Yoga for Depression
DESCRIPTION:With Swami Sivasankariananda\, C-IAYT \nIN PERSON OR ONLINEOnline registrants will receive a Zoom link at least one hour before the class. \nSometimes the cause of depression is physical; it may be due to indigestion. Or a cloudy day can bring on depression. Or maybe there is some unnecessary fear\, worry and anxiety that results in an inability to face difficulties. Twenty-three percent of us will suffer from some depressive symptoms in our lifetime. \nDepression consistently ranks among the most common health conditions self-treated with yoga. Classical yoga\, a comprehensive life discipline\, is easily adapted for a wide range of practitioners. It aims to harmonize body\, mind and spirit and to transcend suffering by developing an abiding awareness of one’s spiritual nature. \nSwami Sivananda\, trained as a medical doctor\, wrote a considerable amount on the topic of depression. We will go through his 18 practical hints\, spanning all areas of the yogic lifestyle. \nWe can touch on the areas of sleep\, energy\, appetite—and the mind. Swami Sivananda says\, “Do not listen to the promptings of the mind. Reject them ruthlessly.” \n. . . \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *PhoneDonation *Self-Healing & Resilience - $30.00Self-Healing & Resilience (sliding scale) - $25.00Choose the donation amount that works best for you.How will you attend? *in persononlineAdditional Donation*Your tax-deductible donations help to keep these classical Yogic teachings available for humanity!Stripe Credit Card *WebsiteSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/yoga-for-depression/
LOCATION:Sivananda Yoga Los Angeles\, 1617 Broadway\, Suite C\, SANTA MONICA\, CA\, 90404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261004T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261004T153000
DTSTAMP:20260802T013604Z
CREATED:20260702T044708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260802T013604Z
UID:10001177-1791122400-1791127800@sivanandala.org
SUMMARY:A Life of Purpose: Seven Stages of Spiritual Growth
DESCRIPTION:WITH SWAMI GANGANANDA \nIN PERSON OR ONLINEOnline registrants will receive a Zoom link at least one hour before the first class. \n\n\nEvery journey begins with a single step. The teachings on the seven Bhūmikās\, or stages of spiritual growth\, offer a clear and inspiring roadmap for anyone seeking a life of greater purpose\, wisdom\, and inner peace. \nIn these talks\, we will explore each stage of the seeker’s journey\, from the first awakening of spiritual aspiration to the highest state of self-realization. Through simple explanations\, practical insights\, and thoughtful reflection\, discover how these timeless teachings can help you better understand your own path and encourage steady growth in everyday life. Whether you are just beginning your spiritual journey or have been walking it for years\, these sessions offer guidance\, inspiration\, and a deeper appreciation of the path ahead. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n. . . \nRegister\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone *I will attend: *in persononlineAfternoon Talks *8/16 Stories from the Mahabharata\, Part 2 - $25.008/23 A Conversation with Death: Stories from Katha Upanishad - $25.008/30 Beyond the Thinker: Stories from Mundaka Upanishad - $25.009/6 Wisdom from the Hatha Yoga Pradipika - $25.009/13 Inspiring Stories from the Ramayana\, Part 1 - $25.009/20 Inspiring Stories from the Ramayana\, Part 2 - $25.0010/4 A Life of Purpose: Seven Stages of the Spiritual Seeker - $25.0010/11 Glories of the Divine Mother - $25.0010/18 Intro to Vedanta - $25.0010/25 What's Holding You Back? - $25.0011/8 Diwali Stories - $25.00Additional Donation*Your tax-deductible donations help to keep these classical Yogic teachings available for humanity.Stripe Credit Card *EmailSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/a-life-of-purpose-seven-stages-of-the-spiritual-seeker/
LOCATION:Sivananda Yoga Los Angeles\, 1617 Broadway\, Suite C\, SANTA MONICA\, CA\, 90404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261011T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261011T153000
DTSTAMP:20260816T015245Z
CREATED:20260816T015202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T015245Z
UID:10001193-1791727200-1791732600@sivanandala.org
SUMMARY:Glory of the Divine Mother
DESCRIPTION:With Swami Gangananda \n\n\n\n\n \nIN PERSON OR ONLINEA Zoom link will be sent to online registrants at least an hour before the first class. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHear stories of the prowess and grace of the Divine Mother. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n\n \n \n. . .\nRegister\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone *I will attend: *in persononlineAfternoon Talks *8/16 Stories from the Mahabharata\, Part 2 - $25.008/23 A Conversation with Death: Stories from Katha Upanishad - $25.008/30 Beyond the Thinker: Stories from Mundaka Upanishad - $25.009/6 Wisdom from the Hatha Yoga Pradipika - $25.009/13 Inspiring Stories from the Ramayana\, Part 1 - $25.009/20 Inspiring Stories from the Ramayana\, Part 2 - $25.0010/4 A Life of Purpose: Seven Stages of the Spiritual Seeker - $25.0010/11 Glories of the Divine Mother - $25.0010/18 Intro to Vedanta - $25.0010/25 What's Holding You Back? - $25.0011/8 Diwali Stories - $25.00Additional Donation*Your tax-deductible donations help to keep these classical Yogic teachings available for humanity.Stripe Credit Card *MessageSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/glory-of-the-divine-mother/
LOCATION:Sivananda Yoga Los Angeles\, 1617 Broadway\, Suite C\, SANTA MONICA\, CA\, 90404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261011T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261011T190000
DTSTAMP:20260621T021723Z
CREATED:20200807T203907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260621T021723Z
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SUMMARY:Navaratri Festival – Durga Puja 1
DESCRIPTION:IN PERSON OR ONLINE Online registrants will receive a Zoom link in advance of the puja. \nThis is the first night of an extremely auspicious nine-night festival in honor of the Divine Mother. It has been observed for centuries in India. It is a time to turn inwards. Pujas will be celebrated each night: three for Durga\, three for Lakshmi and three for Saraswati.  \nSALUTATIONS to the Divine Mother\, Durga\, who exists in all beings in the form of intelligence\, mercy\, beauty\, who is the consort of Lord Siva\, who creates\, sustains and destroys the universe. \nIf you join online\, make it the best experience possible by:• setting up a simple altar\, if you don’t already have one. Bring the energy of the Ashram to your home. • preparing prasad for each puja you attend. Let us know if you need ideas.• having flower petals ready to offer with us.• emailing us a specific intention you would like included as we make the sankalpa for each puja.• sending photos of your instruments of karma (by mail or email) in advance to be blessed at the final puja\, on Vijay Dasami\, October 1 at 6:00am. \nPuja Schedule\nDURGASunday\, October 11 at 5:30pmMonday\, October 12 at 6:00amTuesday\, October 13 at 6:00am \nLAKSHMIWednesday\, October 14 at 7:00pmThursday\, October 15 at 6:00amFriday\, October 16 at 6:00am \nSARASWATISaturday\, October 17 at 5:30pmSunday\, October 18 at 5:30pmMonday\, October 19 at 7:00pm \nVIJAY DASAMITuesday\, October 20 at 6:00am \nDonations\nAs a blessing for you and a support for the Los Angeles Sivananda Center\, we are asking for donations:$254 / $108  / other \nIf you are joining online and would like to receive offered flower petals and prasad by mail as an additional blessing\, please email us at losangeles@sivananda.org \n. . . \nRegister\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastPhoneEmail *How will you join us? *In personOnline via ZoomFull Program (suggested donation $108–254)Durga - Mon 9/22 @ 7:00pm (suggested donation $25)Durga - Tues 9/23 @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25)Durga - Wed 9/24  @ 7:30pm  (suggested donation $25)Lakshmi - Thurs 9/25  @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25)Lakshmi - Fri 9/26 @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25)Lakshmi - Sat 9/27 @ 7:00pm (suggested donation $25)Saraswati - Sun 9/28 @ 5:30pm (suggested donation $25)Saraswati - Mon 9/29 @ 7:00pm (suggested donation $25)Saraswati - Tues 9/30 @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25) (copy)Vijaya Dasami - Wed 10/1 @ 6:00am (suggested donation $25)I will make an additional donation ofTotal$0.00Message to the CenterStripe Credit Card *CommentSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/online-navaratri-durga-puja/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261012T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261012T073000
DTSTAMP:20260816T013223Z
CREATED:20201011T230249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T013223Z
UID:10000577-1791784800-1791790200@sivanandala.org
SUMMARY:Navaratri Festival - Durga Puja 2
DESCRIPTION:With Swami Gangananda \nIN PERSON OR VIA ZOOMOnline participants will receive a Zoom link in advance of the puja. \nMother Durga symbolizes positive\, divine energy\, or shakti. She depicts beauty\, grace and bravery. Devotees worship Durga for her divine blessing\, guidance and protection. She preserves moral order and righteousness. \nHer divine shakti contains the combined energies of all the gods in the form of weapons and emblems. In her many arms\, she carries Siva’s trident for courage\, Vishnu’s chakra for dharma or righteousness. She carries the sword of discrimination and a lotus of detachment. She also has a mace\, bow and arrow\, conch. We need different weapons for different battles. \nThis is the second night of an extremely auspicious nine-night festival in Her honor. A puja is being celebrated each night at the Los Angeles Center: three for Durga\, three for Lakshmi and three for Saraswati. \nIf you join online\, make it the best experience possible by:• setting up a simple altar\, if you don’t already have one. Bring the energy of the Ashram to your home. • preparing prasad for each puja you attend. Let us know if you need ideas.• having flower petals ready to offer with us.• emailing us a specific intention you would like included as we make the sankalpa for each puja.• sending photos of your instruments of karma (by mail or email) in advance to be blessed at the final puja\, on Vijay Dasami\, October 1 at 6:00am. \nPuja Schedule\nDURGAMonday\, October 12 at 6:00amTuesday\, October 13 at 6:00am \nLAKSHMIWednesday\, October 14 at 7:00pmThursday\, October 15 at 6:00amFriday\, October 16 at 6:00am \nSARASWATISaturday\, October 17 at 5:30pmSunday\, October 18 at 5:30pmMonday\, October 19 at 7:00pm \nVIJAY DASAMITuesday\, October 20 at 6:00am \nDonations\nAs a blessing for you and a support for the Los Angeles Sivananda Center\, we are asking for donations:$254 / $108 / other \nIf you are joining online and would like to receive offered flower petals and prasad by mail as an additional blessing\, please email us at losangeles@sivananda.org \n. . . \nRegister\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastPhoneEmail *How will you join us? *In personOnline via ZoomFull Program (suggested donation $108–254)Durga - Mon 9/22 @ 7:00pm (suggested donation $25)Durga - Tues 9/23 @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25)Durga - Wed 9/24  @ 7:30pm  (suggested donation $25)Lakshmi - Thurs 9/25  @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25)Lakshmi - Fri 9/26 @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25)Lakshmi - Sat 9/27 @ 7:00pm (suggested donation $25)Saraswati - Sun 9/28 @ 5:30pm (suggested donation $25)Saraswati - Mon 9/29 @ 7:00pm (suggested donation $25)Saraswati - Tues 9/30 @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25) (copy)Vijaya Dasami - Wed 10/1 @ 6:00am (suggested donation $25)I will make an additional donation ofTotal$0.00Message to the CenterStripe Credit Card *PhoneSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/online-navaratri-festival-durga-puja-2/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261013T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261013T073000
DTSTAMP:20260816T013411Z
CREATED:20201011T230752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T013411Z
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SUMMARY:Navaratri Festival - Durga Puja 3
DESCRIPTION:With Swami Gangananda \nIN PERSON OR VIA ZOOMOnline participants will receive a Zoom link in advance of the puja. \nDurga Ma is depicted riding on a lion or a tiger\, indicating that She possesses unlimited power and uses it to protect virtue and destroy negativity. The lion is a symbol of our lower (animalistic) nature\, such as anger\, arrogance\, selfishness\, greed and jealousy. She has overcome them all. \nShe is usually shown wearing a red sari. The color red symbolizes action and prowess. She favors hibiscus flowers. \nThis is the third night of an extremely auspicious nine-night festival in Her honor. A puja is being celebrated each night at the Los Angeles Center: three for Durga\, three for Lakshmi and three for Saraswati. \nIf you join online\, make it the best experience possible by:• setting up a simple altar\, if you don’t already have one. Bring the energy of the Ashram to your home. • preparing prasad for each puja you attend. Let us know if you need ideas.• having flower petals ready to offer with us.• emailing us a specific intention you would like included as we make the sankalpa for each puja.• sending photos of your instruments of karma (by mail or email) in advance to be blessed at the final puja\, on Vijay Dasami\, October 1 at 6:00am. \nPuja Schedule\nDURGATuesday\, October 13 at 6:00am \nLAKSHMIWednesday\, October 14 at 7:00pmThursday\, October 15 at 6:00amFriday\, October 16 at 6:00am \nSARASWATISaturday\, October 17 at 5:30pmSunday\, October 18 at 5:30pmMonday\, October 19 at 7:00pm \nVIJAY DASAMITuesday\, October 20 at 6:00am \nDonations\nAs a blessing for you and a support for the Los Angeles Sivananda Center\, we are asking for donations:$254 / $108 /  other \nIf you are joining online and would like to receive offered flower petals and prasad by mail as an additional blessing\, please email us at losangeles@sivananda.org \n. . . \nRegister\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastPhoneEmail *How will you join us? *In personOnline via ZoomFull Program (suggested donation $108–254)Durga - Mon 9/22 @ 7:00pm (suggested donation $25)Durga - Tues 9/23 @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25)Durga - Wed 9/24  @ 7:30pm  (suggested donation $25)Lakshmi - Thurs 9/25  @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25)Lakshmi - Fri 9/26 @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25)Lakshmi - Sat 9/27 @ 7:00pm (suggested donation $25)Saraswati - Sun 9/28 @ 5:30pm (suggested donation $25)Saraswati - Mon 9/29 @ 7:00pm (suggested donation $25)Saraswati - Tues 9/30 @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25) (copy)Vijaya Dasami - Wed 10/1 @ 6:00am (suggested donation $25)I will make an additional donation ofTotal$0.00Message to the CenterStripe Credit Card *WebsiteSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/online-navaratri-festival-durga-puja-3/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261014T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261014T203000
DTSTAMP:20260816T013541Z
CREATED:20201011T234559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T013541Z
UID:10000579-1792004400-1792009800@sivanandala.org
SUMMARY:Navaratri Festival - Lakshmi Puja 1
DESCRIPTION:With Swami Gangananda \nIN PERSON OR ONLINEOnline registrants will receive a Zoom link in advance of the puja. \nLakshmi is the Goddess who leads you to your goal\, or lakshya (hence her name). She is depicted in elegant garments of pink or red\, showering prosperity. \nThis is the fourth night of an extremely auspicious nine-night festival in Her honor. A puja is being celebrated each night at the Los Angeles Center: three for Durga\, three for Lakshmi and three for Saraswati. \nIf you join online\, make it the best experience possible by:• setting up a simple altar\, if you don’t already have one. Bring the energy of the Ashram to your home. • preparing prasad for each puja you attend. Let us know if you need ideas.• having flower petals ready to offer with us.• emailing us a specific intention you would like included as we make the sankalpa for each puja.• sending photos of your instruments of karma (by mail or email) in advance to be blessed at the final puja\, on Vijay Dasami\, October 1 at 6:00am. \nPuja Schedule\nLAKSHMIWednesday\, October 14 at 7:00pmThursday\, October 15 at 6:00amFriday\, October 16 at 6:00am \nSARASWATISaturday\, October 17 at 5:30pmSunday\, October 18 at 5:30pmMonday\, October 19 at 7:00pm \nVIJAY DASAMITuesday\, October 20 at 6:00am \nDonations\nAs a blessing for you and a support for the Los Angeles Sivananda Center\, we are asking for donations: $254 / $108 / other \nIf you are joining online and would like to receive offered flower petals and prasad by mail as an additional blessing\, please email us at losangeles@sivananda.org \n. . . \nRegister\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastPhoneEmail *How will you join us? *In personOnline via ZoomFull Program (suggested donation $108–254)Durga - Mon 9/22 @ 7:00pm (suggested donation $25)Durga - Tues 9/23 @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25)Durga - Wed 9/24  @ 7:30pm  (suggested donation $25)Lakshmi - Thurs 9/25  @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25)Lakshmi - Fri 9/26 @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25)Lakshmi - Sat 9/27 @ 7:00pm (suggested donation $25)Saraswati - Sun 9/28 @ 5:30pm (suggested donation $25)Saraswati - Mon 9/29 @ 7:00pm (suggested donation $25)Saraswati - Tues 9/30 @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25) (copy)Vijaya Dasami - Wed 10/1 @ 6:00am (suggested donation $25)I will make an additional donation ofTotal$0.00Message to the CenterStripe Credit Card *WebsiteSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/online-navaratri-festival-lakshmi-puja-1/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261015T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261015T073000
DTSTAMP:20260816T013725Z
CREATED:20201011T235058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T013725Z
UID:10000580-1792044000-1792049400@sivanandala.org
SUMMARY:Navaratri Festival - Lakshmi Puja 2
DESCRIPTION:With Swami Gangananda \nIN PERSON ORONLINEOnline registrants will receive a Zoom link in advance of the puja. \nLakshmi typically stands or sits like on a lotus\, while holding a lotus in her hand\, symbolizing fortune\, self-knowledge\, and spiritual liberation. She has four hands\, which represent the four aspects of human life: dharma\, kama\, artha and moksha. \nThis is the fifth night of an extremely auspicious nine-night festival in Her honor. A puja is being celebrated each night at the Los Angeles Center: three for Durga\, three for Lakshmi and three for Saraswati. \nIf you join online\, make it the best experience possible by:• setting up a simple altar\, if you don’t already have one. Bring the energy of the Ashram to your home. • preparing prasad for each puja you attend. Let us know if you need ideas.• having flower petals ready to offer with us.• emailing us a specific intention you would like included as we make the sankalpa for each puja.• sending photos of your instruments of karma (by mail or email) in advance to be blessed at the final puja\, on Vijay Dasami\, October 1 at 6:00am. \nPuja Schedule\nLAKSHMIThursday\, October 15 at 6:00amFriday\, October 16 at 6:00am \nSARASWATISaturday\, October 17 at 5:30pmSunday\, October 18 at 5:30pmMonday\, October 19 at 7:00pm \nVIJAY DASAMITuesday\, October 20 at 6:00am \nDonations\nAs a blessing for you and a support for the Los Angeles Sivananda Center\, we are asking for donations: $254 / $108 / other \nIf you are joining online and would like to receive offered flower petals and prasad by mail as an additional blessing\, please email us at losangeles@sivananda.org \nRegister\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastPhoneEmail *How will you join us? *In personOnline via ZoomFull Program (suggested donation $108–254)Durga - Mon 9/22 @ 7:00pm (suggested donation $25)Durga - Tues 9/23 @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25)Durga - Wed 9/24  @ 7:30pm  (suggested donation $25)Lakshmi - Thurs 9/25  @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25)Lakshmi - Fri 9/26 @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25)Lakshmi - Sat 9/27 @ 7:00pm (suggested donation $25)Saraswati - Sun 9/28 @ 5:30pm (suggested donation $25)Saraswati - Mon 9/29 @ 7:00pm (suggested donation $25)Saraswati - Tues 9/30 @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25) (copy)Vijaya Dasami - Wed 10/1 @ 6:00am (suggested donation $25)I will make an additional donation ofTotal$0.00Message to the CenterStripe Credit Card *NameSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/online-navaratri-festival-lakshmi-puja-2/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261016T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261016T073000
DTSTAMP:20260816T013852Z
CREATED:20201011T235234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T013852Z
UID:10000581-1792130400-1792135800@sivanandala.org
SUMMARY:Navaratri Festival - Lakshmi Puja 3
DESCRIPTION:With Swami Gangananda \nIN PERSON OR ONLINEOnline participants will receive a Zoom link the evening before the puja. \nLakshmi is the Goddess who leads you to your goal\, or lakshya (hence her name). She is depicted in elegant garments of pink or red\, showering prosperity. \nThis is the sixth night of an extremely auspicious nine-night festival in Her honor. A puja is being celebrated each night at the Los Angeles Center: three for Durga\, three for Lakshmi and three for Saraswati. \nIf you join online\, make it the best experience possible by:• setting up a simple altar\, if you don’t already have one. Bring the energy of the Ashram to your home. • preparing prasad for each puja you attend. Let us know if you need ideas.• having flower petals ready to offer with us.• emailing us a specific intention you would like included as we make the sankalpa for each puja.• sending photos of your instruments of karma (by mail or email) in advance to be blessed at the final puja\, on Vijay Dasami\, October 1 at 6:00am. \nPuja Schedule\nLAKSHMIFriday\, October 16 at 6:00am \nSARASWATISaturday\, October 17 at 5:30pmSunday\, October 18 at 5:30pmMonday\, October 19 at 7:00pm \nVIJAY DASAMITuesday\, October 20 at 6:00am \n \nDonations\nAs a blessing for you and a support for the Los Angeles Sivananda Center\, we are asking for donations:$254 / $108  / other \nIf you are joining online and would like to receive offered flower petals and prasad by mail as an additional blessing\, please email us at losangeles@sivananda.org \nRegister\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastPhoneEmail *How will you join us? *In personOnline via ZoomFull Program (suggested donation $108–254)Durga - Mon 9/22 @ 7:00pm (suggested donation $25)Durga - Tues 9/23 @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25)Durga - Wed 9/24  @ 7:30pm  (suggested donation $25)Lakshmi - Thurs 9/25  @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25)Lakshmi - Fri 9/26 @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25)Lakshmi - Sat 9/27 @ 7:00pm (suggested donation $25)Saraswati - Sun 9/28 @ 5:30pm (suggested donation $25)Saraswati - Mon 9/29 @ 7:00pm (suggested donation $25)Saraswati - Tues 9/30 @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25) (copy)Vijaya Dasami - Wed 10/1 @ 6:00am (suggested donation $25)I will make an additional donation ofTotal$0.00Message to the CenterStripe Credit Card *CommentSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/online-navaratri-festival-lakshmi-puja-3/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261017T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261017T190000
DTSTAMP:20260816T014004Z
CREATED:20201012T001504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T014004Z
UID:10000582-1792258200-1792263600@sivanandala.org
SUMMARY:Navaratri Festival - Saraswati Puja 1
DESCRIPTION:With Swami Gangananda \nIN PERSON OR ONLINEOnline registrants will receive a Zoom link in advance of the puja. \nSaraswati is the goddess of creation—through knowledge\, music\, art\, speech\, wisdom\, and learning. The earliest known mention of Saraswati as a goddess is in the Rig Veda. \nThis is the seventh night of an extremely auspicious nine-night festival in Her honor. A puja is being celebrated each night at the Los Angeles Center: three for Durga\, three for Lakshmi and three for Saraswati. \nIf you join online\, make it the best experience possible by:• setting up a simple altar\, if you don’t already have one. Bring the energy of the Ashram to your home. • preparing prasad for each puja you attend. Let us know if you need ideas.• having flower petals ready to offer with us.• emailing us a specific intention you would like included as we make the sankalpa for each puja.• sending photos of your instruments of karma (by mail or email) in advance to be blessed at the final puja\, on Vijay Dasami\, October 1 at 6:00am. \nPuja Schedule\nSARASWATISaturday\, October 17 at 5:30pmSunday\, October 18 at 5:30pmMonday\, October 19 at 7:00pm \nVIJAY DASAMITuesday\, October 20 at 6:00am \nDonations\nAs a blessing for you and a support for the Los Angeles Sivananda Center\, we are asking for donations: $254 / $108 / other \nIf you are joining online and would like to receive offered flower petals and prasad by mail as an additional blessing\, please email us at losangeles@sivananda.org \nRegister\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastPhoneEmail *How will you join us? *In personOnline via ZoomFull Program (suggested donation $108–254)Durga - Mon 9/22 @ 7:00pm (suggested donation $25)Durga - Tues 9/23 @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25)Durga - Wed 9/24  @ 7:30pm  (suggested donation $25)Lakshmi - Thurs 9/25  @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25)Lakshmi - Fri 9/26 @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25)Lakshmi - Sat 9/27 @ 7:00pm (suggested donation $25)Saraswati - Sun 9/28 @ 5:30pm (suggested donation $25)Saraswati - Mon 9/29 @ 7:00pm (suggested donation $25)Saraswati - Tues 9/30 @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25) (copy)Vijaya Dasami - Wed 10/1 @ 6:00am (suggested donation $25)I will make an additional donation ofTotal$0.00Message to the CenterStripe Credit Card *WebsiteSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/online-navaratri-festival-saraswati-puja-1/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261018T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261018T153000
DTSTAMP:20260802T011035Z
CREATED:20260606T023707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260802T011035Z
UID:10001163-1792332000-1792337400@sivanandala.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Vedanta
DESCRIPTION:With Swami Gangananda \n\n\n\n\n \nIN PERSON OR ONLINEA Zoom link will be sent to online registrants at least an hour before the first class. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop offers an accessible introduction to Vedanta\, one of the world’s most profound systems of spiritual philosophy and Self-inquiry. Participants will explore the essential teachings of Vedanta\, including the nature of the Self\, the meaning of consciousness\, the causes of suffering\, and the path toward inner freedom and lasting peace. Through guided discussion\, contemplation\, and practical examples\, the workshop helps students understand how the timeless wisdom of Vedanta can be applied to everyday life to cultivate clarity\, balance\, and a deeper sense of purpose. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n\n \n \n. . .\nRegister\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone *I will attend: *in persononlineAfternoon Talks *8/16 Stories from the Mahabharata\, Part 2 - $25.008/23 A Conversation with Death: Stories from Katha Upanishad - $25.008/30 Beyond the Thinker: Stories from Mundaka Upanishad - $25.009/6 Wisdom from the Hatha Yoga Pradipika - $25.009/13 Inspiring Stories from the Ramayana\, Part 1 - $25.009/20 Inspiring Stories from the Ramayana\, Part 2 - $25.0010/4 A Life of Purpose: Seven Stages of the Spiritual Seeker - $25.0010/11 Glories of the Divine Mother - $25.0010/18 Intro to Vedanta - $25.0010/25 What's Holding You Back? - $25.0011/8 Diwali Stories - $25.00Additional Donation*Your tax-deductible donations help to keep these classical Yogic teachings available for humanity.Stripe Credit Card *CommentSubmit
URL:https://sivanandala.org/program/intro-to-vedanta/
LOCATION:Sivananda Yoga Los Angeles\, 1617 Broadway\, Suite C\, SANTA MONICA\, CA\, 90404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261018T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261018T190000
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SUMMARY:Navaratri Festival - Saraswati Puja 2
DESCRIPTION:With Swami Sivasankariananda \nIN PERSON OR ONLINEOnline registrants will receive a Zoom link in advance of the puja. \nSaraswati is the goddess of creation—through knowledge\, music\, art\, speech\, wisdom\, and learning. The earliest known mention of Saraswati as a goddess is in the Rig Veda. \nThis is the eighth night of an extremely auspicious nine-night festival in Her honor. A puja is being celebrated each night at the Los Angeles Center: three for Durga\, three for Lakshmi and three for Saraswati. \nIf you join online\, make it the best experience possible by:• setting up a simple altar\, if you don’t already have one. Bring the energy of the Ashram to your home. • preparing prasad for each puja you attend. Let us know if you need ideas.• having flower petals ready to offer with us.• emailing us a specific intention you would like included as we make the sankalpa for each puja. \nSARASWATISunday\, October 18 at 5:30pmMonday\, October 19 at 7:00pm \nVIJAY DASAMITuesday\, October 20 at 6:00am \nDonations\nAs a blessing for you and a support for the Los Angeles Sivananda Center\, we are asking for donations: $254 / $108 / other \nIf you are joining online and would like to receive offered flower petals and prasad by mail as an additional blessing\, please email us at losangeles@sivananda.org \nRegister\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastPhoneEmail *How will you join us? *In personOnline via ZoomFull Program (suggested donation $108–254)Durga - Mon 9/22 @ 7:00pm (suggested donation $25)Durga - Tues 9/23 @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25)Durga - Wed 9/24  @ 7:30pm  (suggested donation $25)Lakshmi - Thurs 9/25  @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25)Lakshmi - Fri 9/26 @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25)Lakshmi - Sat 9/27 @ 7:00pm (suggested donation $25)Saraswati - Sun 9/28 @ 5:30pm (suggested donation $25)Saraswati - Mon 9/29 @ 7:00pm (suggested donation $25)Saraswati - Tues 9/30 @ 8:00pm (suggested donation $25) (copy)Vijaya Dasami - Wed 10/1 @ 6:00am (suggested donation $25)I will make an additional donation ofTotal$0.00Message to the CenterStripe Credit Card *PhoneSubmit
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