The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 Double Issue

June 16-July 14, 2023 Click to view eMagazine Click to view PDF DOUBLE ISSUE

Four Weeks at Ananda Village — June 16-July 14 Friday, 6/16 Thursday, 6/29 — Expo Friday, 7/14 >The Villager, distributed today and >Arts & Businesses Expo 12:30-4:30, E.L. >The Villager, distributed today and bi-weekly on Fridays. campus. See page 13. Also see SRW bi-weekly on Fridays. >Art Gallery Exhibit. Lotus Bldg. 12-4p.m. schedule, page 7-8. Wednesday, 7/12 Saturday, 6/17 Friday, 6/30 >Worldwide Guided Kriya Meditation, >Art Gallery Exhibit. Lotus Bldg. 12-4p.m. >Kriya Ceremonies, 5:30 p.m. See SRW 5:30am, PST. Contact Devalila for the >Matlock Family Farewell at Crystal schedule on page 9. Various locations. link to register. Hermitage, 3 p.m. Saturday, 7/1 Friday, 7/14 Sunday, 6/18 - Happy Father’s Day >Art Gallery Exhibit. Lotus Bldg. 1-4p.m. >The Villager, distributed today and >Fire Ceremony at 10am. Temple. >Indian Banquet. 6:30 p.m., E.L. Piazza bi-weekly on Fridays. >Sunday Service at 11am. Ministers: >Entertainment. 7:45 p.m., E.L. Piazza Ananta & Maria<Reading 25: The Eternal ……………………………………… Now, from Rays of the One Light. Sunday, 7/2 — SRW Ends Ministers Schedule: Affirmation: Peace of Mind. >Fire Ceremony at 10am. Temple. >Art Gallery Exhibit. Lotus Bldg. 12-4p.m. >Sunday Service at 11am. Ministers: Jyotish June: & Devi<Reading 27: Abiding in God, from 18 Ananta & Maria Monday, 6/19 Rays of the One Light. Affirmation: 25 Sundara* & Pranaba >Women’s Kriya, 5:30pm, Temple Consideration for Others July: Wednesday, 6/21 Tuesday, 7/4 2 Jyotish & Devi >Worldwide Guided Kriya Meditation, >Art Gallery Exhibit. Lotus Bldg. 12-4p.m. 9 Pranaba & Parvati 5:30am, PST. Contact Devalila for the link >July 4th Parade. 4:30, Village 16 Sagar* & Dhyan to register. Green. See page 14. 23 Ananta & Maria >Intl Day of Yoga. See page 5. 30 Erin* & Indradevi Wednesday, 7/5 Friday, 6/23 >Worldwide Guided Kriya Meditation, *Speaker >Art Gallery Exhibit. Lotus Bldg. 12-4p.m. 5:30am, PST. Contact Devalila for the link to ……………………………………………… >Pizza Night, Master’s Market register. Living Wisdom Center Events Calendar on page 2 Saturday, 6/24 Friday, 7/7 ……………………………………………… >Sevaka Retreat. See page 31 >Pizza Night, Master’s Market Save the Dates: >Art Gallery Exhibit. Lotus Bldg. 12-4p.m. >July 17: Satsang with Jyotish & Saturday, 7/8 Devi, TOL, 7pm Sunday, 6/25 — SRW Begins >Journaling with Karuna & Meerabai, LWC, >July 29: Farm-to-Table Dinner, >SRW schedule on pages 7-8. 10:30 a.m. E.L.R. Details to come. >Fire Ceremony at 10am. Temple. >Gayatri’s Baby Girl Shower. CH, 4pm. ………………………………………. >Sunday Service at 11am. Ministers: See page 19. Long Range Calendar link. Sundara* & Pranaba<Reading 26: The Contact Nandadevi for changes and Redeeming Light, from Rays of the One Sunday, 7/9 additions to the long range Light. Affirmation: Non-attachment >Fire Ceremony at 10am. Temple. calendar. >Art Gallery Exhibit. Lotus Bldg. 12-4p.m. >Sunday Service at 11am. ……………………………………………… Ministers: Pranaba & Parvati <Reading 28: Monday, 6/26 Self-Reliance vs. Self-Reliance, from Rays of Village Council ~ next meeting >Art Gallery Exhibit. Lotus Bldg. 1-4p.m. the One Light. Affirmation: Discrimination Date and Time TBD Tuesday, 6/27 Tuesday, 7/11 ……………………………………………… >Art Gallery Exhibit. Lotus Bldg. 1-4p.m. >Villager submission deadline is 5pm today. Sunday Fire Ceremony, 10 am; Wednesday, 6/28 — Expo Wednesday, 7/12 Service, 11 am, Temple of >Worldwide Guided Kriya Meditation, >Worldwide Guided Kriya Meditation, Light, Link. 5:30am, PST. Contact Devalila for the link 5:30am, PST. Contact Devalila for the link to to register. register. >Arts & Businesses Expo 12:30-4:30, E.L. campus. See page 13. Also see SRW schedule, page 7-8. The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 1

Living Wisdom Center Upcoming Events June-July 2023 ● Book Club: with Catherine Kairavi. Tuesdays, June 20, 4:30-5:30pm ● Summer Safety: First Aid Essentials with Badri and Uma. Thursday, June 22, 5-6pm   ● Journaling for All: Join Meerabai and Karuna to talk about all the different types of journaling. We will explore what types of journaling you’re interested in. This satsang will go deeper on prompted journaling. All are welcome! Saturday, July 8, 10:30am ● Game Day!: Join in a game, or bring one to share. Let’s have fun together! Refreshments, air conditioning, and joyful satsang provided. Sunday, July 30, 3-5pm **See Mighty Networks for more information #LWCEvents Or contact Mantrini (7726, [email protected]) The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 2

June June-July Birthdays* 16 17 Arjuna M July Vasanta W 4th 17 19 Ananda Thom J Maria M Usha D Nancy E 21 20 Arya C 6 Bhagavati N Durga S 23 Hridaya A Surana V 7 Sarah B Brannon F 28 23 Narani M Sudarshan S Ramani P 9 29 26 Jayeswari T Lisa F Prita M John T 10 Rick B 27 Steve N 30 Bandhu K 14 Liladevi Jaya S Prakriti W Julius D Marian T *If there are incorrect or missing birthdays, notify Meerabai at [email protected]. The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 3

Sunday, June 18, 2023 Master’s father, Bhagabati Charan Ghosh 4 The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue

Celebrate International Day of Yoga, June 21, with a Full Ananda Yoga® Routine Click on the video below to participate and enjoy! The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 5

Summer Safety: First Aid Essentials with Badri and Uma Thursday, June 22, 5-6pm at the Living Wisdom Center Badri and Uma will present Basic First Aid tips and answer our questions. They will focus on health issues that require a 911 response, like strokes and seizures, and how to identify life-threatening situations. They will also touch on first aid for falls, heat stroke, choking, cuts, burns, and more. And, it will be a nice way to enjoy some time with Badri and all the great training he and Uma have received in serving with the North San Juan Fire Department! ������All are welcome! The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 6

This schedule is subject to change…Check your SRW folder for the latest version. The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 7

● Village Residents: Click HERE for step by step enrollment ● Village Residents: If you are hosting anyone during SRW, please share the day guest registration form with your guest to sign-up: https://www.anandavillage.org/spiritual-renewal-week-2023/ ● Seva Corps Sign up (google doc) or call Tina (7501) at the Village Office: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1_aj6vg8la1NEzu5WK9jGnWw QnN-pcCDlWCb8zS3o89s/edit?usp=sharing ● Meal Sign-Up: All SRW reservations (includingIndian Banquet) are due no later than noon on Thursday, 6/22/23 https://www.anandavillage.org/community-meals/ The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 8

SRW Kriya Ceremony Sign-Up We very much appreciate your help in signing up NOW for Kriya at SRW There will be three Kriya Ceremonies happening simultaneously, June 30th from 5:30* pm to about 8:00 pm (in different locations). First Kriya at the Temple of Light, Second Kriya at Hansa Temple, and Third & Fourth Kriya at the Expanding Light Teaching Temple. Please write Hridaya at [email protected] or call her extension at x7025 to sign up for one of these ceremonies. Master and Swamiji’s blessings be upon you all through SRW! The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 9

TEMPLE OF LIGHT SPIRITUAL RENEWAL WEEK 2023 (Please Share with Visitors and Guests) Dear Friends, Below, are a few guidelines for the coming week. Please read and wrap your auras around them as they will help the week to flow smoothly and inspirationally. PARKING Please park “up top” unless you are driving a golf cart or using the handicapped spaces. The spaces closer to the Temple are needed for speakers, staff, and musicians. Also, as handicapped parking is quite limited please consider carpooling or having someone drop you off before they park up top. Please Note: Handicap Parking is self-regulating. No need for an official sticker or to check with us beforehand. Do not at any time, or for any reason, park on the blacktop in the Temple area. This is a fire lane and must be kept clear except for drop-offs and pick-ups – whether an event is in progress or not. NO Food or Drink in the Sanctuary. Water is acceptable. SHOES Please place shoes fully into the cubbies whenever possible. If your shoes are too large, please keep them clear of places where people will first walk into the room and place them as close to the cubbies as possible. If there are seriously too many shoes you may place them outside of the classrooms. More people and more shoes can increase trip/fall hazards and injuries. PERSONAL CHAIRS, WHEELCHAIRS, WALKERS, etc. You are welcome, as always, to bring your own chair. We cannot have them down the center aisle. Please sit on the “outside” of the rows (closer to the walls). For this week, you may leave your chairs in place for the entire week. Wheelchairs and walkers will have a space reserved in the back of the Sanctuary where one first enters. The flat screens in the classrooms will be streaming the class if that is more comfortable for you. Connect with us if you have any questions. The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 10

Temple of Light cont. SILENCE IN THE SANCTUARY As we enter the Temple during this amazing week, let’s keep silence or at least voices sotto voce. Definitely let us keep conversations outside of the Sanctuary and as far away from the carpeted area as possible. A conscious effort to keep a devotional silence inwardly and outwardly can only enhance the beauty of the mornings and our experience of the classes. Chanting will begin as always at 10:15am. PERSONAL ITEMS Normally, personal items are not allowed to remain in the Temple. During this week they may remain in the Temple between the morning meditation and the morning class. However, they must be removed immediately after the noon meditation. If you feel you need an exception, please see one of us. LOST AND FOUND There is no official Lost and Found box. Items found without owners are placed in the coatroom to the left (as one walks into the Temple) toward the back on the same side as the Vestry. Your Humble Temple Managers, Tim and Lisa The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 11

Wednesday, June 28 & Thursday, June 29 — Expanding Light Campus — 12:30-4:30 p.m. Click here to see more Arts & Businesses Expo Participants. 12 The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue

July 4th, Ananda’s Birthday & Independence Day 4:00-7:00 p.m. — Village Green Schedule 4:00 pm Staging parade 4:30 pm Parade Games to follow 5:45 pm Dinner: Sunflower burgers – potato salad – corn on the cob – watermelon - apple pie* *Look for the family booth selling ice-cream which supports our family Ministry! 6:00 pm Entertainment 6:30 pm Contra dance The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 13

Birthday Celebration for Jyotish! Dear Family, Save the date, Saturday, August 5th to celebrate our beloved Jyotish's 80th birthday! We'll gather together at Crystal Hermitage in satsang, with cake, entertainment, and a chance to be with Jyotish and Devi informally as a family. More details to come, closer to the time. For now, make sure to mark your calendar. With undying gratitude to Jyotish for who he is and for his never-ending service to Master, Swamiji, the world, and all of us. ♡♡♡ The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 14

Satsangs with Jyotish & Devi Temple of Light, 7:00 p.m. (Past 2023 satsangs: Jan 30, March 20, May 15) July 17 …………………………………………………………………………………………… Women’s Kriya Meditations Temple of Light, 2023 Intermittent Mondays 5:30 p.m.—7:00 p.m., PST June 19 July 24 ……………………………………………………………………………………………. Worldwide Guided Kriya Meditations Every Wednesday Every Wednesday, 5:30 a.m., PST. Contact Devalila for the link to register. ……………………………………………………………………………………………. Shrine of the Master's Meditations Resumed May 27 Saturdays through October, 6am-9am. No meditation on June 24, July 1. Enjoy this wonderfully deep vibration and a chance to include a longer meditation in your week! Joy, maria ……………………………………………………………………………………………. SRW Kriya June 30th First, Second, Third & Fourth Kriya First Kriya will be both in-person and broadcast. The Higher Kriyas will only be in-person. Please write Hridaya at [email protected] to sign-up. If wanting to take Higher Kriya for the first time, please contact Devalila at [email protected]. The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 15

3-hour Saturday Morning Meditations In light of the talk given by Jyotish & Devi last month, we would like to let you know that the wonderful, cherished Saturday morning 3-hour meditations at the Shrine of the Masters (6-9am) have resumed May 27- October 14, 2023. Winter attendance is affected by the weather and darker mornings BUT maybe we can continue past October....we'll see. ● We already have scheduled leaders for these meditations. There will be a “Break” at 7:30 am. ● Come pre-energized. If you have any questions, please let Maria know. \"By deeper, longer, thirsty, guru-given meditation Comes this celestial samadhi.\" \"Group Meditation is a castle that protects the new spiritual aspirants as well as the veteran meditators. Meditating together increases the degree of Self-realization of each member of the group by the law of invisible vibratory exchange of group magnetism.\" — Paramhansa Yogananda The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 16

Grand Opening in Nevada City Posted June 7, 2023 by Barbara Bingham — The grand opening of the Nevada City branch of Sierra Family Health Center was last night. The downpour of rain letup just in time for this sweet event. Attendees included members of the board, staff and some patients, too. Gita talked about Peter being at her birth and the value of this clinic to so many and that it is a model for the future of clinics and health care. Robert Shapiro was there! Jay loved the scissors and Sambhava (a board member) won the door prize. CONGRATULATIONS, DR. PETER AND THANK YOU SIERRA NEVADA HEALTH TEAM ! The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 17

Matlock Farewell Schedule Friends...with our July 5ish departure nearing, our hearts are heavy even as they are filled with joy and courage at the many opportunities for new adventures in service, friendship, growth and community at Ananda Portland. Besides seeing you around the Village, here is a summary of our \"farewell schedule\": Tues. June 6th--Badri's last Village Council meeting, 12:30 outside Master's Market. Bring your lunch or find something yummy at the market. Around 1pm we will pray and convene a somewhat informal Village Council meeting including discussion about VC and community dynamics, VC meeting days/times and more going forward. Dhyan will be stepping into Badri's role as Village Council chairperson (in addition to taking on many/most of Badri's village management responsibilities). Sat. June 17th--Farewell satsang and blessing at Crystal Hermitage, 3-5pm. Bring your swimsuit to cool off! Friends, families, one and all....join us for some light refreshments, pool time and satsang in the lower gardens. Around 4:15 we will gather in the dome for a brief farewell satsang and blessing. Sun. July 2nd--Go With Love blessing after Sunday Service around 12:30pm. Jyotish and Devi will lead a brief blessing for our family at the end of our usual Sunday Service in the Temple of Light, which is also the close of SRW. We expect to be around to visit casually with friends during lunch at The Expanding Light afterwards. Finally Wed. July 5th will be U-Haul loading day...yes it's a Wednesday but if anyone can swing by even briefly we will have the truck ready to load around 9am and would appreciate any help loading up as we prepare to depart! With hearts full of gratitude, joy and love for all our friends and this incredible community. ----Badri, Gita, Tulsi & Jay The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 18

Baby girl Shower Photo by Barbara Bingham Invitation to all the women in the community to a baby shower for Gayatri and baby girl at the Crystal Hermitage Dome on Saturday, July 8th. 4pm *Gayatri's picture is when the baby was 20 weeks old. The little one only has 6 more weeks before joining us. We hope you can join us! Durga The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 19

~Congratulations~ Atman & Bhaktimarg 6~18~1988, 35 years The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 20

~Congratulations~ John & Nancy 6~21~1987, 36 years The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 21

~Congratulations~ Julius & Teresa 6~21~2002, 21 years The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 22

~Congratulations~ Tim & Jeannie 6~25~1994, 29 years The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 23

~Congratulations~ Bimal & Priya 7~3~2014, 9 years The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 24

~Congratulations~ Ramesha & Bhagavati 7~5~2004, 19 years The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 25

~Congratulations~ Matt & Sue 7~6~1991, 32 years The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 26

~Congratulations~ Paalaka & Krishna 7~9~1998, 25 years ​ Paalaka & Krishna at the home of Paramhansa Yogananda, 4 Garpar Road, Kolkata, 1995 27 The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue

~Congratulations~ Koral & Suzanne 7~19~1997, 26 years The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 28

Affirmation 25, Week 1: Peace of Mind From pools of inner silence I sip the sparkling waters of Thy peace. Prayer All that I own is Thine, Lord. Help me to know Thee as the River of Peace, running silently beneath the sands of my life’s experiences. ………………………………………………………….……………………………… Affirmation 26, Week 2: Non-attachment Nothing on earth can hold me! My soul, like a weightless balloon, soars upward through skies of eternal freedom! Prayer I destroy all my attachments. They are no longer mine, Lord. I am free in Thee! From Affirmations for Self-Healing by Swami Kriyananda 29 The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue

Affirmation 27, Week 1: Consideration for Others By sensitivity to others’ realities, I keep myself in readiness to perceive the truth no matter what garb it wears. Prayer Divine Mother, I worship Thee in all Thy forms, both ignorant and wise. Finding Thee within, may I behold Thee enshrined in Omnipresence. ………………………………………………………….……………………………… Affirmation 28, Week 2: Discrimination Resolutely I quell my inclinations, that my mind be open to the wisdom-guidance of my soul. Prayer Guide me, Lord, that in all things I know Thy will, for I know that only by Thy will are all things led to perfection. From Affirmations for Self-Healing by Swami Kriyananda 30 The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue

Ananda Sevaka Order Retreat For all those who have taken Sevaka or Sevaka Life vows, the next Ananda Sevaka Order Retreat is happening Saturday June 24th. Please check your email for details. ������Your RSVP is kindly requested [email protected]. Suzanne I. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Attention All Sadhakas ~ Save the Date ~ Tuesday June 27th For Sadhakas Only — You are invited to a special satsang exclusively for Sadhakas with Jyotish and Devi at the Crystal Hermitage from 2-3:30pm ������followed by a tea. We hope you are able to attend. Please RSVP: [email protected]. This satsang will be recorded and shared. The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 31

Explore Blissful Community of Ananda Businesses 32 The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue

Kale Quinoa Salad Prep Time: 10 minutes, Cook Time: 20 minutes, Yield: 6, Vegan Ingredients ● 1 cup dry quinoa (3 cup cooked) ● 1 bunch Tuscan kale (also labeled as Lacinato kale, dinosaur kale, or cavolo nero) ● 15-ounce can chickpeas ● 1/4 cup finely chopped shallot (or red onion or green onion) ● 1 bell pepper ● 2 carrots ● 1/4 cup olive oil ● 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar ● 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard ● 1 small pinch curry powder* ● 1 large garlic clove, peeled and grated ● 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt plus fresh ground black pepper to taste** Instructions 1. Make the quinoa: Go to Stovetop Quinoa or Instant Pot Quinoa. Make it in advance OR if serving immediately, bring the quinoa to room temperature: spread it in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze it for 2 to 3 minutes until it cools. 2. Prep the kale: Chop the kale. Sprinkle the kale with 1 pinch kosher salt. Coat your hands with a few drops of olive oil and massage the kale leaves for 2 to 3 minutes until all pieces are tender. 3. Prep the other veggies: Finely chop the onion or shallot. Dice the pepper. Peel and dice the carrots. 4. Mix the dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, curry powder, and grated garlic. 5. Mix the salad: Mix the quinoa and vegetables together with the dressing and the 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and fresh ground pepper. Add more kosher salt to taste. Stores up to 3 days refrigerated (you may need to add a pinch of salt before serving since it looses saltiness over time). Notes: *A small pinch adds complexity without the flavor of curry in the salad. **Optional add-ins: Parmesan cheese, chopped almonds or other nuts, dried cherries, cranberries or raisins, chopped apples, chopped cucumber, etc. >>> Email your quick and easy recipe recommendations to Meerabai at [email protected]. The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 33

The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 34

Pilgrimage to Italy Explore ancient Italian civilization while encountering thousands of years of spirituality.  Italy is one of the most heart-opening places to visit on pilgrimage.  You’ll meet and commune with three very powerful saints who left their mark on the world—the remarkable Saint Francis of Assisi, known for his compassion and attunement to Christ; his contemporary, Saint Clare of Assisi who forever changed the direction for women in the church; and the mystical Saint Catherine of Siena, an activist and author known to levitate while in communion with God. Led by Nayaswamis Nischala and Nakula. More information: https://anandacollege.org/pilgrimage-to-spiritual-italy-with-the-yuga-cycles-of-time/ Sept. 9-24, 2024 Rome, Assisi, Ananda Europa, Florence, Siena, La Verna The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 35

The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 36

Shrine of the Master's 3-hour Meditations have Resumed May 27-October 14, 6am-9am. Leaders are scheduled. No meditation on June 24, July 1. Enjoy this wonderfully deep vibration and a chance to include a longer meditation in your week! Joy, maria ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Master’s Market Hours — Monday through Friday 9-5:30, Saturday 10 to 4; Sunday 12:30 to 4 ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Village Council ~ next meeting TBD .……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Jyotish & Devi Satsangs, 7:00 p.m., PST One Monday per alternating month. Temple of Light. Next: July 17. Dinners at the E.L. are at 6pm on these dates. .……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Worldwide Guided Kriya Meditations, 5:30am, PST Every Wednesday. If you would like to participate, let Devalila know and she will give you the link to register. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Women's Kriya Meditations, Temple of Light, 5:30-7pm, PST Monthly on intermittent Mondays. Next: June 19, July 24 ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Sunday Fire Ceremony, 10am — Sunday Service, 11am Link. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…………. Thank You for being a Valued Villager Subscriber > Important notice regarding billing for all paying subscribers: Please accept automatic recurring billing. Blissful Community will appear on your statement. Your support in this effort is appreciated. > If you need to subscribe or renew, click here. If submitting an article or advertising, click here. The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 37

Temple of Light Sanctuary Meditation Hours – June 2023 Subject to Change Spiritual Renewal Week – June 25 – July 2 To Book Usage of a Classroom Contact: [email protected] (Community Members only) Mornings: Monday through Friday: 5am to 1pm Saturdays: 5am to 10am*** Sundays: 5am to 8am Afternoons: Monday – Friday, 12:00pm-12:30pm Evenings: 5pm – 9pm except for events listed below: Monday, June 19: Women Kriyabans only, 5:30pm-7pm; All Others: 7:15pm-9pm Tuesdays: Choir Rehearsal, 7pm-9pm Wednesdays: Men’s Kriya Meditation, 6pm-9pm Thursdays: Choir Rehearsal, 7pm-9pm Saturdays, 10am onward: Altar Prep Team (***You’re welcome to meditate, but there may be talking, etc.); SATURDAY, JUNE 24: SEVAKA RETREAT Want a copy emailed to you? Contact: [email protected]. Hard copies available at Temple Reception Desk. The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 38

Residential & Commercial Rentals in the Village We will have a few houses opening up soon: .Stillness (tiny house on Ranikhet Rd.) Rent price TBD soon. 1 room studio .St. Francis House: Group house. 6 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, one small-ish kitchen that will likely get improved before any move happens. Rent varies according to the rooms. .Laughter (studio under Ananta and Maria – single male because of proximity of monastery) 478sq/f studio. Rent $222/month .Contentment (family dwelling): 1543 sq/f, 4br, 2 bathrooms. Rent: $799/month .Santa Maria: small apartment at Ayodhya, 462 sq/f. Single woman only. Shares a bathroom with Surana. Rent TBD after some improvement. If you are interested in one of these options, or would consider moving to help create a flow for those who need it, please contact Nandadevi at #7503 / [email protected] Please note: The Ananda Village housing units generally listed in this section of The Villager are available to established Ananda Village resident members only. These are individuals who have been through the Village membership programs and/or have been given permission to apply for housing in the Village community. Questions? Contact Nandadevi x7503. Commercial Space for Rent Until Tami’s return to work, Nandadevi will be the temporary contact for commercial rentals. Aum Building has cubicles available for office use at $86/mo. Due to the nature of cubicles, we will assess if your business use is a good fit for other renters. Internet connection is available through Ananda Bell at additional charge. Polestar has open storage available by square foot usage and shelf storage. Contact Tami Thompson x7510 for more information and rates. Rental Contacts Village Housing: Nandadevi Traymar x7503 / [email protected] Commercial Space: Tami Thompson x 7510 / [email protected] ……………………………………………………………………………………….. Ready * Set * Go - Wildfire Preparedness Videos 1- “Ready-Set-Go” video (37 min): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V4JsWYglhYE Website: https://www.readyforwildfire.org/ 2- “How to Turn the Propane Tank Off” video. Note: leave them off and let professionals turn them back on (2 min): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0dPMiNSkOKA 3- A different “Ready-Set-Go” video. Worth watching (15 min): 39 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gi20VamkbqU The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue

Larry’s Limo Service Larry just bought a new vehicle to service those needing rides to the airport. It seats 7 people plus luggage. Email him at: [email protected] The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 40

Meet the Living Discipleship Participants that will take the program in July 2023 Updated Living Discipleship participants ● Click here to open the PDF file to read their personal Bios. 41 Gratitude Tea Event hosted by Living Disciples Mark your calendars This will be at the Meditation Retreat on Saturday, July 15, 3-5pm. More details are coming. Joy, Maria, Atman, Aditya The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue

Farm Update June 11, 2023 We just came out of what felt like the eternal Winter here in Northern California. The Snow and rain soaked the much needed earth and we are now enjoying what may be called the eternal spring! The Strawberries have had a breakout year. 4 seasons ago (2020) we planted roughly 100 Strawberry plants in the Lakshmi Gardens. For the past few seasons we have enjoyed a modest harvest, mostly a treat for the kids and staff to snack on while working the beds. This year we have basket after basket of beautiful strawberries, with no end in sight. I’m also very happy to report that the corn and pumpkins which are slotted for our October Harvest Festival have sprouted and are doing really well in this mild spring. There is a saying in the Midwest where I grew up for corn. It goes like this “Corn should be knee high by the 4th of July.” I believe we are on the path to have this even during this very wet spring. The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 42

Rajarshi Seva Day Memories, June 3, 2023 — Photos by Barbara Bingham The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 43

The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 44

The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 45

Michael Olivier's brother, Frank (funnyfrank.com), is a professional entertainer who did an impromptu show outside Master's Market while he was at the Village for the Olivier family reunion. For the finale, he recruited Badri as a volunteer. He put a carrot in Badri’s mouth and strapped a device holding two additional carrots onto Badri. While juggling machetes, in one swipe he cut the 3 carrots. Kent Williams got this wonderful action shot showing the cut carrots mid-air and the machete just below the lowest carrot. The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 46

Ram and Denise performed a “Dare to Be Different Tribute to Swami Kriyananda” in Ananda Seattle with 50 people in attendance. Nayaswamis Padma and Hriman said that their congregation came alive in a way they had never seen during this sing along. It was a blessing for all. The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 47

Do you have an original painting by Jyotish? For his birthday, we are putting together a book of photos of his paintings with their owners! Please send me your photos at [email protected]. Make sure your photo is taken in very good lighting and is in high resolution. If you live in the village and would like Sarah to take the photo, call or 260 her at x7667 to get on her calendar. The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue 48

A Touch of Light Blog 49 by Nayaswami Jyotish and Nayaswami Devi All the World is My Friend by Nayaswami Devi Do the Right Thing by Nayaswami Jyotish The Villager, June 16-July 14, 2023 - Double Issue