MA Center PNW Auction Donations New Auction Action Every year, the Amma PNW community hosts an auction to raise funds for "Embracing the World". The next auction will be held on Saturday, April 4th, 2020 at the Bellevue Hilton in Bellevue, WA. The auction will include a delicious Indian dinner.   We are trying to get all the donations for the auction finished up before the end of this year. If you have a service, Amma Prasad or an item to donate, please contact Visala ASAP at seattlesatsang@ammagroups.org or 828-738-2662.   Can you bake a cake walk a dog babysit teach a class (eg. gardening lesson) fix a computer be a handyman/woman clean an altar bring flowers once a month for 6 months donate services (eg. yoga, massage) give a haircut housesit do airport pick-up All of these things would be great donations and help raise money for Amma's amazing charity "Embracing the World". Every little bit raised helps for this incredible cause! Thanks in advance for sending in your donations!!   MahaLakshmi Puja Jan 1, 2020 @ Redmond, WA Wednesday, January 1, 2020 at 7 am - 9 am - Redmond, WA (Map) Lakshmi Puja provides wealth and financial success. Removes obstacles in personal and professional life. Reduces the negative effects of Graha Dosha (planetary defects). Increases communication skills which in turn results in better outcome for business. It provides grace for a harmonious family life. It will be performed based on the Kerala tradition by Pujarini Meera.   Everyone is welcome to attend, but if you want to make a sankalpa/special intention, a suggested donation is recommended. Please visit the puja registration page to sign-up.   For more details, contact Krishnan at seattlesatsang@ammgroups.org for assistance.   IAM® 20 - Integrated Amrita Meditation Course Port Townsend, WA From ancient times, meditation and yoga have been found to be effective tools in re-establishing inner balance, clarity and peace of mind.   Don't miss this opportunity to experience a powerful meditation technique created by Amma, an internationally recognized humanitarian and spiritual teacher. The IAM® 20 Meditation is a unique integration of gentle yoga stretches with an effective and easy to practice meditation technique. It can be comfortably performed by anyone in just 20 minutes per day. The course is free and available to everyone.   With practice participants note: Reduced stress and anxiety Increased energy and creativity Reduced anger and frustration Improved health and well-being Increased productivity and efficiency Enjoy deeper connection with themselves When: Saturday January 11th 2020 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Where: Dancing Sky Studio 913 L Street, Port Townsend, WA 98368 (Map) Cost: Free! Donations accepted to cover the rental of the space. Due to space the class is limited to 14 participants. Contact: To Register or for more information contact: Vandya vjhuntting108@gmail.com 360-531-4624 IAM®-35 Refresher Course Jan 11, 2020 @ Maltby, WA Start the New Year with a New Commitment to your meditation practice. IAM-35 Refresher will be offered at Maltby on Jan 11th from 1:30 to 2:45. If you have already taken the IAM-35 Course you are eligible to attend the IAM-35 Refresher Course.   If you have gotten irregular with your IAM practice or just want to strengthen it, then the Refresher Course is for you! At the Refresher you can ask questions, clarify and deepen your understanding of the technique, and be guided through the steps of practice. Many who have attended Refresher Courses have found that they gained a great intellectual and experiential boost to their IAM practice. You are also welcome to attend any or all of the IAM-35 class.   When: Saturday January 11th 2020 1:30 pm - 2:45 pm Where: 22404 134th Ave SE, Snohomish, WA 98296, Maltby, WA. (Map). Register: Contact Jagati at seattlesatsang@ammagroups.org or 828-738-AMMA (2662).   “Meditation is as precious as gold. Not a moment devoted to meditation ever goes to waste; rather it brings tenfold gain.” - Amma   Return to Newsletter