A Very Kirtan New Year's Eve
Schedule
Tue, 31 Dec, 2024 at 05:00 pm to Wed, 01 Jan, 2025 at 12:30 am
UTC-05:00Location
Kula Kamala Foundation & Yoga Ashram | Reading, PA
A VERY KIRTAN NEW YEAR 2024annual fundraiser event
Sunday December 31st 5:00 PM - 12:30 AM
Bid fond adieu to 2024 and ring in 2025 with an inspiring combination of experiences at our annual New Year’s Eve fundraiser to support the Kula Kamala Foundation, a 501c3 organization.
Attendees can begin to arrive from 5:00 - 5:30 PM.
Festivities begin at 5:30 PM with a thoughtfully crafted vegan gluten-free dinner consisting of:
- Butternut Squash Soup
- Nut Loaf with Mushroom Gravy
- Wild Rice and Cider Cranberry Pilaf
- Roasted Brussels Sprouts
- Dessert Truffles
From 7:15 - 8:45 PM attendees will be guided in a themed hip openers Yin Yoga class led by SwaminiJi. Class will focus on long deep holds, with props, appropriate for all levels of practice. Class theme will revolve around resolving and releasing any pent up feelings about life during 2024, as well as honoring all the gifts the year brought. Postures will be on the floor. Yin class will be accompanied by readings from Rumi with gong and crystal bowl sound healing.
From 9:00 - 11:45 PM, we will have kirtan with a wonderful group of kirtan wallahs!
Chanting the holy names repeatedly to invoke a deep sense of devotion, gratitude, and inspiration to fuel the coming year. SwaminiJi will provide a spiritual discourse on the intention we hold for the coming year and how the teachings of Yoga and Vedanta, and our spiritual connection, works to support our journey.
From 11:45 PM - 12:01 AM we will settle in for a meditative practice to carry the new year across the threshold, welcoming the promise of change, and the work and process that comes with it.
The program will conclude at 12:30 AM.
We are looking forward to sharing this special evening with you.
Attendees should dress warmly and comfortably. Feel free to bring your own yoga mat, or we have them here for you to use. We will provide any props needed for the Yin Yoga class.
This is a dry/sober event. The Ashram building and grounds are smoke free, vape free (including CBD), alcohol free and drug free.
~ Please park on the semi-circle in front of the Ashram. Additional parking is available behind the Ashram and in the side lot by the gardens.
~ Entry to the Ashram is through the front doors only.
~ PLEASE remember no outside food or drinks may be brought into the Ashram. We will have water and a large variety of tea available in the Student Center.
Our New Year's Eve fundraiser events are always well attended and have sold out in previous years. Advance registration is REQUIRED, only 50 tickets are available. We cannot guarantee same day availability. Each person attending must complete their own registration. Ticket prices are choose your contribution (per person): $54, $108, $154 or $216. Tickets can be purchased on our website at www.kulakamalafoundation.org/NYE2024 or in person during office or class hours.
**There are a limited number of overnight dorm accommodations available for an additional fee. Please contact Jaya in the Ashram office for details, pricing and availability. [email protected] or (484) 509-5073 ex.1
