Manchester Buddhist Centre Events 2008

• Bodywise for yoga, pilates, tai chi and similar events at the Centre
  
• Breathworks for pain management and living well activities at the Centre

Regular Weekly Events 

• Sangha Night
  Every Monday, 7.15pm
  Open to anyone who has completed Buddhism level 2 and further. A rolling programme on a variety of Buddhist themes. See below for details. By donation.

• Buddhist Meditation Practice Afternoon
  Every Tuesday, 2.30 - 4pm
  Open to anyone who knows the mindfulness of breathing and the metta bhavana practices. By donation.
  

• Dharma Study Night
  Every Thursday, 7pm
  There is a variety of study groups - to find the one that is suitable for you, please phone the Buddhist Centre to discuss it.
  

Events Coming Up

July

• Dharma Day Celebrations
  Friday 18th July, Starts at 2.30 pm with meditation, with shared meal at 5.30pm and festive Puja at 7.15pm
  Dharma Day marks the beginning of the Buddha's teaching and is celebrated throughout the Buddhist world.
  
  
• The New People Day on Sunday 20th July is CANCELLED
  
  
• Sangha Night: Continuation of Course - Chopping Wood, Fetching Water: Everyday Dharma
  Monday 21st July, 7.15pm
  

• Sangha Party at Chorlton Irish Club
  Friday 25th July, 7pm till late
  Tickets £5 from Buddhist Centre reception. Please bring food to share.
  
  
• Introduction to Meditation Day
  Sunday 27th July, 10.30am - 4.30pm
  Introducing you to the basics of  meditation in an informal and practical way, through discussion, input and exploring how to apply it to our daily lives. At lunch time there is the option of joining others on the course in bringing some vegetarian food to share or eating at one of the local cafes.
  £35 / £30 / £20*

• Sunday July 27th: Hebden Bridge

  Grade: Easy/Medium
  Distance: 6 - 8 miles
  Ascent: Not much except a short steep section up to Heptonstall
  Led by: Paul Barnes
  
  Description: A leisurely circular walk from Hebden Bridge taking in Heptonstall and Hardcastle Crags. The exact details of the walk will be decided on the day depending on the group and the weather. We will hopefully lunch at the cafe at Gibson Mill so a packed lunch will be optional - and we will undoubtedly be sampling one of Hebden's many cafes at the end of the walk :)
  
  Walk Start: Hebden Bridge Train Station at 11am. If travelling by train catch the 10.04 from Victoria.
  
  Extra Info: There is a large car park at the station if arriving by car. Please contact us on info@sanghasocial.com if you can offer lifts.

• Sangha Night: The Big Thank You!
  Monday 28th July, 7.15 pm
  A Celebration of Gratitude. Ratnaguna will be talking about the development of the Manchester Buddhist Centre from very humble beginnings in a rented house in Longsight, to the magnificent Centre in the city we have today. He will also be thanking everyone who has, or is, contributing in any way to the Centre.
  Everyone welcome!
  

August

• Sangha Night - theme to be announced
  Monday 4th August, 7.15pm

• Sangha Night - theme to be announced
  Monday 11th August, 7.15pm

• Full Moon Puja
  Saturday 16th August, 6 - 7 pm
  Dedicated to Ratnasambhava, the golden Dhyanibuddha of the South and the Summer, symbolising the wisdom of equanimity, the activity of spiritual enrichment and the quality of giving.
  

• Sangha Night - theme to be announced
  Monday 18th August, 7.15pm
  

• CENTRE CLOSED
  Monday to Friday, 25th to 29th August
  

September and beyond

• New six - week Introducing Buddhism and Meditation and Level 2 and 3 Courses start
  Tuesday 2nd September, 7.15 pm  - 9.45 pm for 6 weeks
  £65 / £45 / £30*
  
  
• New six - week Introducing Meditation and Level 2 Courses start
  Wednesday 3rd September, 7.15pm - 9.45 pm for 6 weeks
  £65 / £45 / £30*

• Men's Retreat in Wales, led by Mahasraddha and Saccacitta
  Friday 5th to Sunday 7th September
  £80 / £50*
  
  
• Centre Open Day
  Saturday 13th September
  Everybody welcome - a chance to look round the centre and experience taster sessions in meditation, Buddhism, yoga, shiatsu, career coaching and more.
  
  
• Day for Women who have asked for Ordination
  Sunday 14th September, 10am - 5pm
  £25 / £18 / £15*

• Full Moon Puja
  Monday 15th September, 6 - 7 pm
  Dedicated to Amogasiddhi, the green Dhyanibuddha of the North and the Winter, who represents the wisdom of unobstructed accomplishment, the activity of pacifying and the quality of fearlessness. All welcome.
  

• Meditation Weekend with Paramananda
  Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th September
  Suitable for those who have completed a Meditation 1 introductory course here.
  £80 / £60 / £40*
  
  
• Day for Women who have asked for Ordination
  Sunday 29th November, 10am - 5pm
  £25 / £18 / £15*
  

Prices and Bookings

• New three-level prices: * waged / low waged / concessions (benefits, full time students, pensioners)
• To book any of the above events please phone reception on 0161 834 9232

Cancellations and Refunds

• Full refunds are given for cancellations made more than seven days in advance.
  
• Refunds are given for cancellations made less than seven days before the event, with the following deductions for administration costs:
  
  • Introductory courses and day events: refund minus £10 admin costs.
  • Weekend events held at Manchester Buddhist Centre: refund minus £20 admin costs.
• Bookings cannot be transferred to another event.