In collaboration with On The Cusp Events, on the evening of April 1, 2016, join us in our efforts to raise funds for the Thrangu Monastery located in Richmond, BC by celebrating the peace within and connecting with others.
Our Body and Soul Gala is the 1st of a 3 part event series in which the journey with Dungse Pema Lama begins!
It will be a sunset dinner located in an inspiring setting at the The Vancouver Golf Club! The event will be lead by our entertaining and lighthearted official gala MC host Chris Wood, serenaded by pianist Zizi Han, and blessed by guest speaker Dungse Pema Lama who will inspire us with his wisdom followed by a special Q and A!
Reserve Your Spot for this rare event!
You can buy your tickets online @ www.modernmonk.bpt.me
Adult $50.00 / 7yr - 12yr $25.00 / 6yr and under - Free
Event Details:
Guest Speaker Dungse Pema Lama
MC Event Host: Chris Wood
Dress Code: Semi Formal
5:00 pm - Doors Open. Mingle share and network! Opportunity to share your spiritual story that may be used on the documentary Modern Monk.
6:30pm - 8:30pm Live entertainment by Zizi Han
7:00 pm - Full Vegetarian Buffet Dinner Begins
8:30 pm -9:00pm Speech and Q and A by Dungse Pema Lama
9pm - 10:30pm Mingle, share and network!
As this event will be filmed, please be aware that your image may be captured and used in the final cut of the docudrama.
That being said, a camera will be set up in a separate area that will be filming individuals who feel inspired to share their spiritual experiences! This will be part of the ending credits of the film.
Tickets for the event:
Adult $50.00
7yr - 12yr $25.00
6 and under - Free
All proceeds go to the Thrangu Monastery!
( www.thrangumonastery.org )
PLEASE NOTE: It is best to reserve your spot in advance for the exclusive dinner to ensure that we will have enough food to be served to our guests. The dinner is not guaranteed to those who purchase on the day of event and will be offered a ticket at $25 should they wish to be a part of the event without the dinner.
Buy tickets online www.modernmonk.bpt.me
Adult $50.00 / 7yr - 12yr $25.00 / 6yr and under - Free
Your ticket includes:
* A Full Vegetarian Buffet style dinner that includes:
Salads
- Spinach Salad with Goats Cheese, Mandarin Oranges, Toasted Almonds and honey,Dijon Vinaigrette
- Creamy Potato Salad with Grainy Dijon Mustard, Egg and Gherkins
- Marinated Mushrooms with Caramelized Zucchini and Onion
- Roma Tomato and Bocconcini Platter with Shaved Red Onion and a Pesto Balsamic Vinaigrette
Hot Entrees
- Ratatouille
- Herb-Roasted Nugget Potatoes
- Whole Wheat Penne Basilica
- Chickpea entrée
Dessert
Assorted Cakes, Tarts, and Fresh Fruit Platter
Freshly Brewed Regular Coffee,Decaffeinated and Tea Provided
*Speech and prayer by Dungse Pema Lama
*Opportunity to be part of a documentary on spirituality
*Opportunity to network with like-minded individuals interested in spirituality, meditation, and film-making.
You can buy your tickets:
Online @ www.modernmonk.bpt.me
In person @ at the door (Cash Only)
PLEASE NOTE: It is best to reserve your spot in advance for the exclusive dinner to ensure that we will have enough food to be served to our guests. The dinner is not guaranteed to those who purchase on the day of event and will be offered a ticket at $25 should they wish to be a part of the event without the dinner.
Dungse Pema Lama is a well respected Monk born in Nepal Tibet. After 30 years of training, learning and experiencing all facets of Buddhism, he came to help establish Thrangu Monastery in Richmond BC. ( Learn more about the Lama here www.thrangumonastery.org/
With a passion to help others achieve spiritual enlightenment, he will teach us how to incorporate Buddhist practices in our busy modern lives through cinematic storytelling.
A docudrama titled Modern Monk will be filmed right here in the lower mainland through a series of events lead by Dungse Pema Lama. Its main focus will be about spirituality in the modern life and is set to be released in June of 2016.
Be a part of the journey in our Docudrama!
Event Series:
April 1 - Body and Soul Gala
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April 3 - Sunset Group Meditation
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April 9 - Hike to Enlightenment www.facebook.com/events/