Retreat Schedule For Vajrakilaya
Thursday, April 19th
Fee for the day: $35-75 sliding scale
5:30-7:00pm Registration
7:00-9:00pm Vajrakilaya Empowerment
Friday, April 20th
Fee for the day: $35-75 sliding scale
8-9:30am Registration
9:30am-noon Vajrakilaya Teachings and Practice
noon-2pm Lunch break
2-5pm Vajrakilaya Teachings and Practice
Saturday, April 21st
Fee for the day: $35-75 sliding scale
8-9:30am Registration
9:30am-noon Vajrakilaya Teachings and Practice
noon-1pm Lunch break
1-2pm Refuge ceremony
2-5pm Vajrakilaya Teachings and Practice
Sunday, April 22nd
Fee for the day: $35-75 sliding scale
8-9:30am Registration
9:30am-noon Vajrakilaya Teachings and Practice
noon-2pm Lunch break
2-5pm Vajrakilaya Teachings and Practice
FEE INFORMATION: FULL ATTENDANCE Fee:
$140-300 sliding scale
PARTIAL ATTENDANCE Fees: $35-$75 per day sliding scale
We make every effort to make our retreats affordable for all individuals. Therefore, we present our fees as a sliding scale. The minimum fee is what we must collect in order to cover our costs. You may be able to offer a bit more. If some people pay more than the minimum, we are better able to keep the base fee low for everyone. If you would like to attend events, but need financial assistance to do so, please contact us. No person should fail to attend for lack of the requested fees. However, it is important that you call or email ahead if you need to make financial arrangements.
REGISTRATION: There are three ways to register for events.
1) PRE-REGISTER ONLINE
2) Send a check to Gar Drolma (1329 Creighton Avenue, Dayton OH 45420)
3) You may register for events at the Temple. Please come at least 30 minutes ahead of the beginning of an event to register.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: There are many opportunities to volunteer during events such as these–and we really encourage everyone to participate in this way! We always need help with housekeeping and cooking, maintaining the shrine and serving tea. Please contact us if you are interested in helping out.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Please email us at: events@gardrolma.org or phone (937) 252-2220.
His Eminence Garchen Rinpoche
Coming April 19-22
Vajrakilaya Empowerment & Teachings
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frequently asked Questions
Is it ok for me to attend even though I do not have much experience with Buddhism? Absolutely!
Is there work-study or financial assistance available? Yes. Please contact events@gardrolma.org
Do I need to bring any gear, such as cushions?
It is not necessary to bring your own cusions, chairs or benches. We have both cushions and pews available for people to sit on.
Why do you ask for donations?
Putting on an event such as this involves considerable costs including plane fares, translator fees, donations to the lama food and so forth. At Gar Drolma we try hard to make our special events affordable for everyone. That is why we have a sliding scale. Our intention is not to make money on retreats, but to at least break even at the end of each year!
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LOCATION & DIRECTIONS: These events will be held at Gar Drolma Buddhist Center at 1329 Creighton Avenue, Dayton Ohio 45420.
PARKING: Gar Drolma is located in a quiet, old city neighborhood with narrow streets. There is no parking lot. It may be necessary for individuals to park down the street or around the block. We do want to be good neighbors, so please allow room for the people in front and back of you to get out when you park. We are able to provide 3 parking spaces in the front of the building for less able attendees. Please tell us in advance if you need a special parking space. If you are able to fold your side mirror in–we suggest you do so.
AIRPORTS: Dayton International Airport (DAY) is the nearest airport; it is approximately 30 minutes from the center. The Columbus airport (CMH) is about 1.5 hours from Gar Drolma. The Cincinnati airport (CVG) is actually located in Kentucky - just over the river. The Cincinnati airport is also about 1.5 hours from the center. All three of these airports are international airports.
1329 Creighton AveNUE . Dayton, OHIO 45420
(937) 252-2220
sangha@gardrolma.org