March 2008

March 5, 2008
Storytelling in Ancient India [ Lecture and Storytelling]
Stories transport us to another time and place.  On Wednesday, March 5, journey with Surya Academy as we explore a rich tapestry of story stemming from Ancient Indian.  From jungles to villages, castles to huts, audiences of all ages will enjoy the tales of the evening.

Location: Pickering Central Library, One The Esplanade, 6:30pm – 8:30pm

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March 30, 2008
What is a Human Being?  What is a Hindu?...through the Bhagavad-Gita [ Workshop ]
A workshop with members of the DM Youth group on the nature of identity through a marvellously profound and symbolic text of wisdom.

Location: Devi Mandir, Mezzanine, 2590 Brock Rd., Pickering, Ontario, 1:00 – 2:00pm

For more information, call 416-428-9976

April 2008

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April 26, 2008 [ Lecture ] Vaastu Shastra – The Indian Feng Shui [ Lecture ] with Vaastu Consultant Suresh Jaura Long before the development of Feng Shui in China, there was Vaastu!  Vaastu Shastra deals with various aspects of designing and building living environments that are in harmony with physical and metaphysical forces.  It gives us useful and practical tips on how to create a healthy and harmonious living and work environment. Location: Fairview Library, 35 Fairview Mall Drive (Don Mills/Sheppard), Room A (4th Floor), Toronto, Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm

May 14, 2008     6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Buddhism – Tales and Teachings [ Lecture ] with Surya Academy Director, Anil N. Persaud Shaped by the prince Siddhartha Gautama, the teachings of compassion and liberation which we today call Buddhism have a richness that make this philosophy especially intriguing for our times.    Location: Pickering Central Library, One The Esplanade,     Description     Reserve a Seat

June 2008

June 1, 2008      
1:30 – 2:30pm

Part II: What is a Human Being?  What is a Hindu?...through the Bhagavad-Gita [ Workshop ]
Continuing from the first workshop held in March with members of the DM Youth group we will further explore the nature of identity through a marvellously profound and symbolic text of wisdom.  Note, attendance at the first workshop is not required in order to participate in this workshop.

Location: Devi Mandir, Mezzanine, 2590 Brock Rd., Pickering, Ontario,
Time: 1:30 – 2:30pm

For more information, call 416-428-9976

July 2008

July 12, 2008    Health and Healing in Ancient India: The Practice of Ayurveda [ Lecture ] with Ram Santharalingam Description to come soon! Location: Pickering Central Library, One The Esplanade, Time: 2:00 - 4:00 pm Description Reserve a Seat

September 2008

September 27, 2008 & October 4, 2008
Inspirations of India  [ Two Day Course ]

Influences of the east are seen throughout our society. This course looks at four great figures, whose lives, accomplishments, and beliefs have influenced the world. The messages of Gandhi, Tagore, Krishna and the Buddha are timeless and have great relevance in the world today.

Location: Devi Mandir  Mezzanine, 2590 Brock Rd., Pickering, Ontario,
Time:  1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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October 2008

October 2, 2008
Tribute to Gandhi  [ Lecture ]
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Location: Pickering Central Library, One The Esplanade 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

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November 1, 2008
Triloka Tournament

Location: Devi Mandir, Auditorium, 2590 Brock Rd., Pickering, Ontario
Time: 1 - 4 pm

Triloka Tournament is an annual competition of youth organized by Surya Academy. For more information on the tournament, and for details on how to become a contestant, spectator or sponsor visit the Triloka Tournament website. The tournament website will launch in May 2008.