Thursday, 10 August 2017

Week Ahead 10 – 16 August - Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival Guide

Dear  Friends 
 
Srila Prabhupada Vyasa-puja Challenge
28 July – 13 August
We invite you to take on the 21 book challenge to commemorate the 121st Appearance Anniversary of the Founder Acarya of ISKCON. Simply distribute 21 books by Sunday, 13 August. All participants will get to bathe Srila Prabhupada on Vyasa-puja. 
 
Read the latest Hare Krishna News with the Sri Krishna Janmashtami festival highlights and other news: http://iskcondurban.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/HKN-Jul-Aug-2017-S.pdf
 
Your Week Ahead
 
Thursday, 10 August
Lotus Park Nama-hatta's Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival
with His Holiness Partha Sarathi Das Goswami
Lotus Park Community Hall @6:30pm
 
Friday, 11 August
Merebank Nama-hatta's Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival
with Partha Sarathi Das Goswami
Merebank Regional Hall @6pm 
Sea Cow Lake Nama-hatta's Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival
with His Holiness Bhakti Narasimha Swami
Sri Vishnu Temple @6:30pm
 
Saturday, 12 August
Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple's Sri Krishna Janmashtami Celebrations Day 1
Bangladesh Market Festival
Kirtan & Prasad Distribution 
9am – 1pm
Kirtanuity Youth Group's Youth Day
Cultural Entertainment Marquee
4pm-7pm
Topics include:
Find Your Balance
Is Money Better than Learning?
Invite Krishna into Your Heart

Clare Estate Nama-hatta's Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival
with Partha Sarathi Das Goswami
Saligram Hall @6:30pm
Umkomaas Nama-hatta's Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival
with Bhakti Narasimha Swami
Craigieburn Temple Hall @3pm
ISKCON Estcourt's Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival
with His Grace Rathim Krishna Das
Swami Sahajananda Community Centre @3pm
 
Sunday, 13 August
Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple's Sri Krishna Janmashtami Celebrations Day 2 
Vedic Cultural Entertainment
Cultural Entertainment Marquee
Gifts & Offerings in the Temple
2pm – 7pm
With His Holiness Bhakti Caitanya Swami
Krishna’s Birthday Party for Children
2pm – 5pm
  
Welbedacht Nama-hatta's Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival
Sarva Dharma Ashram @10am

Monday, 14 August
Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple's Sri Krishna Janmashtami Celebrations Day 3
Learner’s Vedic Culture Fest
Cultural Entertainment Marquee
9am – 12pm 
Sri Sri Radha Radhanath's Adivas Ceremony @7pm
This ceremony invokes auspiciousness for the festival.  
 
Tuesday, 15 August
Sri Krishna Janmashtami
Fast until midnight.
4:30am – Midnight
 
Gifts & Offerings
In the Temple
All Day
You may offer gifts, jewellery, flowers, cooking ingredients, & birthday cards to Sri Sri Radha Radhanath.
 
Seniors Culture Fest
Cultural Entertainment Marquee
10am – 1pm
 
Vedic Cultural Entertainment
Cultural Entertainment Marquee
4pm until midnight
 
Bhakti Theatre’s
Krishna Book @ the Campfire
6pm – 11pm
Temple Gardens
A casual and warm gathering around the fireplace for a dramatic telling of Krishna’s pastimes

Gods & Demons Face Painting
6pm – 9pm
Temple Gardens
 
Mantra Park
Sri Krishna says, “Of sacrifices, I am the chanting of the holy names [japa].” (Bg10.25)
6pm – 11pm
Temple Gardens
Chant 108 Hare Krishna maha-mantras with Srila Prabhupada.
 
Movies Under the Stars
6pm – 11pm
Temple Amphitheater
 
Srila Prabhupada Exhibit
Near Cultural Entertainment Marquee
All Day 
 
Free sumptuous karma-free vegetarian meals will be served.
 
Wednesday, 16 August
Srila Prabhupada’s Vyasa-puja
Fast until midday.
Festival begins at 9am
Food and flower offerings to be in by 11am

We are happy to report that no vehicles were stolen, no vehicle break-ins, and no visitors were harmed at the 2016 Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival. Parking available in and around the temple with park and ride facilities. We will have visible security, police patrol, and volunteer security. 
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Thursday, 3 August 2017

Week Ahead 3 – 9 August

Dear Friends
 
Srila Prabhupada Vyasa-puja Challenge
28 July – 13 August
We invite you to take on the 21 book challenge to commemorate the 121st Appearance Anniversary of the Founder Acarya of ISKCON. Simply distribute 21 books by Sunday, 13 August. All participants will get to bathe Srila Prabhupada on Vyasa-puja. 
 
Temple Maha Clean-up
Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu set the example on how to welcome the Lord by personally cleaning the Gundica Temple. In preparation of Sri Krishna Janmashtami and following in Lord Caitanya's footsteps, we will be doing a thorough cleansing of Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple, the temple gardens, and the surrounding area. You are invited to join in and help make the temple more beautiful for the Lord's divine appearance. 
 
Govinda's Pizzeria 
The pizzeria will be open on Thursday (Ekadasi) from 5:30pm until 8pm. The menu is Ekadasi pizza and chips.
Regular menu and trading times from Friday until Sunday.  
 
Your Week Ahead
 
Thursday, 3 August
Jhulana Yatra Begins @7pm (Swing Festival)
Ekadasi - Fast from all grains, beans & legumes
 
Friday, 4 August
Ekadasi Break Fast 06:38 – 10:14
Kendra Hall Nama-hatta's Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival @7pm
Stanger Nama-hatta's Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival  
with His Holiness Partha Sarathi Das Goswami 
Subha Hall, KwaDukuza @7pm
 
Saturday, 5 August
Sarnia & Pinetown Nama-hatta's Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival
with Partha Sarathi Das Goswami
Pinetown Civic Centre @5pm
Tongaat Nama-hatta's Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival
Vishwaroop Temple @6:30pm
Port Shepstione Nama-hatta's Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival
Sri Ramnarian Mandir @3:30pm
 
Sunday, 6 August 
Preparations for Sri Krishna Janmashtami - Maha Clean-Up
12pm – 5pm
The maha clean-up will be part of the Love Feast. 
 
Monday, 7 August
Sri Balaram Purnima 
Fast until midday
Morning Class by His Holiness Brhat Bhagavata Swami
Festival @6pm with His Holiness Partha Sarathi Das Goswami. The program will begin with Jhulan Yatra. 
 
ISKCON Pietermaritzburg @6pm with His Grace Vibhu Caitanya Das
 
New Jagannath Puri @7pm with His Holiness Brhat Bhagavata Swami
 
If you would like to sponsor towards the festival Deity worship, kindly contact Bhakti Devi on 031 4033328 or at Radhanath's Gifts.
Jhulana Yatra ends.
Second Month of Chaturmasya - fast from yoghurt for one month.
 
Wednesday, 9 August
Sri Sri Radha Radhanath's Women's Day Brunch @9:30am
A wonderful morning of enlightening discussions on the body, mind, and soul. Line-up includes:
The Power of Yoga by Jyothirekha Premrajh (yoga practitioner)
Keynote Speaker is Madri Dasi
Cooking Demo (Vedic snack) by Karunamayi Devi Dasi
Lunchbox Tips and Ideas by Sita Devi Dasi
Nutrition and Health by Madri Dasi (certified nutritionist and kinesiologist)
Yashoda’s Motherly Love - A Musical 
Booking Essential: 083 9505 111
 
Thursday, 10 August
Lotus Park Nama-hatta's Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival
with Partha Sarathi Das Goswami
Lotus Park Community Hall @6:30pm
 
Friday, 11 August
Merebank Nama-hatta's Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival
with Partha Sarathi Das Goswami
Merebank Regional Hall @6pm
 
Saturday, 12 August
Clare Estate Nama-hatta's Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival
Saligram Hall @6:30pm
 
Radhanath's Gifts 2nd Birthday Sale
Thursday 3 August - Sunday 6 August
25% OFF everything except BioBliss Range (10% Off)
Operation times: Sunday to Monday 10:30am – 6:30pm
 
Janmashtami Kalash Maha Abhishek
On Sri Krishna Janmashtami, Tuesday 15 August, a spectacular abhishek will be offered to Lord Krishna. This ceremony is in keeping with the bhakti tradition as described and taught by ISKCON Founder Acharya His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada. We invite you to join us in the celebration. The Janmashtami Kalash Maha Abhishek affords everyone who sponsors a kalash to personally assist in worshiping the Deities on the holy day of Janmashtami. You and your family can assist in the maha abhishek using your very own kalash.
Contact Nikunja Seva Dasi on 073 176 6552 or nikunjaseva.psdg@gmail.com
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Thursday, 27 July 2017

Week Ahead 27 July – 2 August

Dear  Friends
 
Srila Prabhupada Vyasa-puja Challenge
28 July – 13 August
We invite you to take on the 21 book challenge to commemorate the 121st Appearance Anniversary of the Founder Acarya of ISKCON. All participants will get to bathe Srila Prabhupada on Vyasa-puja. 
 
It is not too late to sign up to be a volunteer for our Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival. Everyone is invited to render service to Sri Sri Radha Radhanath. Please send a WhatsApp to our hotline 062 526 3606 and we will call you back. We are offering training and accreditation. And you can volunteer as per your availability.
 
Festival season kicks off with Sri Balaram Purnima on Monday, 7 August. If you would like to sponsor towards the festival Deity worship, kindly contact Bhakti Devi on 031 4033328 or at Radhanath's Gifts.
 
Your Week Ahead
 
Saturday, 29 July
Monthly Sankirtan Festival
You can expect first class arrangements. Programme includes breakfast, training, distribution of book spots, transport, and a lunch feast. Registration is essential. The dress code is comfortable. If you feel confident, you may wear devotional attire. Kindly register via temple@iskcondurban.net. We encourage you to come for the morning program to get the full benefit of the festival.
Monthly Sankirtan Festival Lineup:
4:30 am Morning Programme Begins
8:30 am Breakfast
9:00 am Orientation
9:30 am Book Distribution at pre-arranged spots (Devotees will be going out in groups)
12:00 pm Pack up and return to Temple
1:00 pm Sharing of experiences followed by a feast
Arena Park Nama-hatta's Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival
with His Holiness Partha Sarathi Das Goswami
Sri Vishnu Temple Society (cnr of Roads 601/701) @4:30pm
 
Sunday, 30 July
Love Feast @3pm
with Partha Sarathi Das Goswami 
 
Tuesday, 1 August
Reservoir Hills Nama-hatta's Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival
with Partha Sarathi Das Goswami
Seva Samaj Hall @6:30pm
 
Thursday, 3 August
Jhulana Yatra Begins
Ekadasi - Fast from all grains, beans & legumes
 
Friday, 4 August
Ekadasi Break Fast 06:38 – 10:14
Kendra Hall Nama-hatta's Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival @7pm
 
Saturday, 5 August
Sarnia & Pinetown Nama-hatta's Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival
with Partha Sarathi Das Goswami
Pinetown Civic Centre @5pm
Tongaat Nama-hatta's Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival
Vishwaroop Temple @6:30pm
 
Sunday, 6 August 
Preparations for Sri Krishna Janmashtami - Maha Clean-Up
12pm – 5pm
The maha clean-up will be part of the Love Feast. 
 
Monday, 7 August
Sri Balaram Purnima 
Fast until midday
Morning Class by His Holiness Brhat Bhagavata Swami
Festival @7pm with His Holiness Partha Sarathi Das Goswami 
ISKCON Pietermaritzburg @6pm with His Grace Vibhu Caitanya Das
New Jagannath Puri @7pm with His Holiness Brhat Bhagavata Swami
 
Wednesday, 9 August
Sri Sri Radha Radhanath's Women's Day Brunch @9:30am
A wonderful morning of enlightening discussions on the body, mind, and soul.
Booking Essential: 083 9505 111

Radhanath's Gifts 2nd Birthday Sale
Thursday 3 August - Sunday 6 August
25% OFF everything except BioBliss Range (10% Off)
Operation times: Sunday to Monday 10:30am – 6:30pm
 
Janmashtami Kalash Maha Abhishek
On Sri Krishna Janmashtami, Tuesday 15 August, a spectacular abhishek will be offered to Lord Krishna. This ceremony is in keeping with the bhakti tradition as described and taught by ISKCON Founder Acharya His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada. We invite you to join us in the celebration. The Janmashtami Kalash Maha Abhishek affords everyone who sponsors a kalash to personally assist in worshiping the Deities on the holy day of Janmashtami. You and your family can assist in the maha abhishek using your very own kalash. Contact Nikunja Seva Dasi on
073 176 6552 or nikunjaseva.psdg@gmail.com
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Thursday, 20 July 2017

Week Ahead 20 – 26 July

Dear  Friends 
 
It is not too late to sign up to be a volunteer for our Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival. Everyone is invited to render service to Sri Sri Radha Radhanath. Please send a WhatsApp to our hotline 062 526 3606 and we will call you back. We are offering training and accreditation. And you can volunteer as per your availability.
 
Deity Restoration & Altar Renovation
Kindly note that the Altar will be closed from Thursday, 20 July, 7:10am until Friday, 21 July, 7:00am. Arati and darshan of the small Deities will be during arati times only (12:30pm; 4:15pm; 7:00pm & 9:00pm) in Srila Prabhupada's Room. We apologize for any inconvenience.
 
Festival season kicks off with Sri Balaram Purnima on Monday, 7 August. If you would like to sponsor towards the festival Deity worship, kindly contact Bhakti Devi on 031 4033328 or at Radhanath's Gifts.
 
Your Week Ahead

Friday, 21 July
1st Anniversary of the Kirtanuity Youth Night 
Registration is essential at the following link: 
 
Sunday, 23 July
Love Feast @3pm 
with His Holiness Bhaktijivana Vrajananda Swami
Bhakti Theatre's Desert Dwellers @4:20pm
Followed by prasad. 
 
Saturday, 29 July
Monthly Sankirtan Festival
You can expect first class arrangements. Programme includes breakfast, training, distribution of book spots, transport, and a lunch feast. Registration is essential. The dress code is comfortable. If you feel confident, you may wear devotional attire. Kindly register via temple@iskcondurban.net. We encourage you to come for the morning program to get the full benefit of the festival.
Monthly Sankirtan Festival Lineup:
4:30 am Morning Programme Begins
8:30 am Breakfast
9:00 am Orientation
9:30 am Book Distribution at pre-arranged spots (Devotees will be going out in groups)
12:00 pm Pack up and return to Temple
1:00 pm Sharing of experiences followed by a feast 
Arena Park Nama-hatta's Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival
with His Holiness Partha Sarathi Das Goswami
Sri Vishnu Temple Society (cnr of Roads 601/701) @4:30pm
 
Sunday, 30 July
Love Feast @3pm
with Partha Sarathi Das Goswami 
 
Tuesday, 1 August
Reservoir Hills Nama-hatta's Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival
with Partha Sarathi Das Goswami
Seva Samaj Hall @6:30pm
 
Thursday, 3 August
Jhulana Yatra Begins
Ekadasi - Fast from all grains, beans & legumes
 
Friday, 4 August
Ekadasi Break Fast 06:38 – 10:14
Kendra Hall Nama-hatta's Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival @7pm
 
Saturday, 5 August
Sarnia & Pinetown Nama-hatta's Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival
with Partha Sarathi Das Goswami
Pinetown Civic Centre @5pm
Tongaat Nama-hatta's Sri Krishna Janmashtami Festival
Vishwaroop Temple @6:30pm
 
Sunday, 6 August 
Preparations for Sri Krishna Janmastami - Maha Clean-Up
12pm – 5pm
The maha clean-up will be part of the Love Feast. 
 
Monday, 7 August
Sri Balaram Purnima 
Fast until midday
Festival @7pm with His Holiness Partha Sarathi Das Goswami
  
Visit Radhanath's Gifts – for a range of beautiful apparel 
Operation times: 
Sunday to Monday 10:30am – 6:30pm
 
Janmastami Kalash Maha Abhishek
On Sri Krishna Janmastami, Tuesday 15 August, a spectacular abhishek will be offered to Lord Krishna. This ceremony is in keeping with the bhakti tradition as described and taught by ISKCON Founder Acharya His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada. We invite you to join us in the celebration. The Janmastami Kalash Maha Abhishek affords everyone who sponsors a kalash to personally assist in worshiping the Deities on the holy day of Janmastami. You and your family can assist in the maha abhishek using your very own kalash. Contact Nikunja Seva Dasi on
073 176 6552 or nikunjaseva.psdg@gmail.com
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Thursday, 13 July 2017

Week Ahead 13 – 19 July

Dear  Friends
 
Kids Winter Retreat
18 – 20 July
from 9am until 1pm daily
A spiritual recharge for our young ones. Activities include crafts, music, dance, cooking, story time, and more.
Cost R175 and includes lunch & a snack each day.
Booking Essential: 081 049 3240
Concessions are available.
 
Grahamstown National Arts Festival Sankirtan Expedition Update
The Temple boys returned earlier this week and distributed 1202 books.
 
Festival season kicks off with Sri Balaram Purnima on Monday, 7 August. If you would like to sponsor towards the festival Deity worship, kindly contact Bhakti Devi on 031 4033328 or at Radhanath's Gifts.

Your Week Ahead
 
Festival of India
Outspan Grounds, Tongaat
Thursday, 13 July @6:30pm
Friday, 14 July @6:30pm
Saturday, 15 July @10am
Sunday, 16 July @12pm
See poster for details.












Saturday, 15 July
Bhakti Theatre @4pm
Line up:
4:00pm Afternoon Ragas with Charu Chandi
4:20pm The Fish & The Ring – A Dance
4:25pm Mighty Vibration – Music by Texito
4:50pm Interval
5:10pm Desert Dwellers – Drama
The show begins at 4pm sharp, so come in early, grab a seat, order your meal and get comfortable for a fun evening of spiritual entertainment.
The weather forecast is clear and mild. You may want to bring blankets and cushions, as the afternoons are chilly. BYS (Bhakti Yoga Society) Cafe will be providing our light meals, snacks, and drinks. Note: Govinda's Pizzeria will be open. Entry is by donation. All proceeds go to the theatre and the university cultivation programme.
 

Sunday, 16 July
Morning Class with His Holiness Bhakti Caitanya Swami @7.30am
 
Love Feast @3pm with His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami
We also launch our Janmashtami volunteer program, which allows everyone to offer service to Sri Sri Radha Radhanath. Please send a WhatsApp to our hotline 062 526 3606, and we will call you back.
 
Tuesday, 18 July
The anniversary of the incorporation of ISKCON in New York
 
Wednesday, 19 July
Ekadasi – Fast from all grains, beans, and legumes.
 
Thursday, 20 July
Ekadasi Break Fast: 06:48 – 10:17
 
Visit Radhanath's Gifts – for a range of beautiful apparel 
Operation times:
Sunday to Monday 10:30am – 6:30pm
 
Janmastami Kalash Maha Abhishek
On Sri Krishna Janmastami, Tuesday 15 August, a spectacular abhishek will be offered to Lord Krishna. This ceremony is in keeping with the bhakti tradition as described and taught by ISKCON Founder Acharya His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada. We invite you to join us in the celebration. The Janmastami Kalash Maha Abhishek affords everyone who sponsors a kalash to personally assist in worshiping the Deities on the holy day of Janmastami. You and your family can assist in the maha abhishek using your very own kalash. Contact Nikunja Seva Dasi on
073 176 6552 or nikunjaseva.psdg@gmail.com
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Thursday, 6 July 2017

Week Ahead 6 – 12 July

Dear  Friends 
 
Janmashtami Festival Fever. We have designed a volunteer program, which allows everyone to offer service to Sri Sri Radha Radhanath. Please send a WhatsApp to our hotline 062 526 3606, and we will call you back. If you would like to sponsor towards the festival Deity worship, kindly contact Bhakti Devi on 031 4033328 or at Radhanath's Gifts. 
 
Grahamstown National Arts Festival Sankirtan Expedition Update
The Temple boys have distributed 720 books thus far.
 
Your Week Ahead

Saturday, 8 July
The first month of Chaturmasya begins – fast from green leafy vegetables.
Sri Vyasa-puja celebration of His Holiness Lokanath Swami
Sri Sri Radha Radhanath Temple @4pm
New Jagannath Puri Winter Festival @4:30pm
with His Holiness Partha Sarathi Das Goswami
 
Sunday, 9 July
Love Feast @3pm
Disappearance Anniversary of His Holiness Krishnadas Swami
 
Monday, 10 July
Unit 9/11 Nama Hatta Janmashtami Festival 
SitaRam Mandir,
27 Coleus Road, Crossmoor
Contact: Tattva Darshan 078 562 9001
 
Wednesday, 12 July
Be A Sage Book Club
Join our book club and share thoughts & realisations with fellow readers. Discussion on Srimad Bhagavatam, Canto 1, Chapter 6 onwards with His Grace Vibhu Caitanya Das.
This event begins at 6:30pm sharp and ends at 7:30pm with a feast.
Reservation is essential: temple@iskcondurban.net / 031 403 3328
 
13–16 July
Festival of India 
Outspan Grounds, Tongaat 
Thursday, 13 July @6:30pm
Friday, 14 July @6:30pm
Saturday, 15 July @10am 
Sunday, 16 July @12pm
See poster for details. 
 







Dates to Note
 
Saturday, 15 July
Bhakti Theatre
Drama: Desert Dwellers, written and directed by Rukmini Devi Dasi
The show begins at 4pm sharp, so come in early, grab a seat, order your meal and get comfortable for a fun evening of spiritual entertainment.
You may want to bring blankets and cushions as the afternoons are getting chilly. BYS (Bhakti Yoga Society) will be providing our light meals, snacks and drinks. Note that Govinda's Pizzeria will be open. Entry is by donation. All proceeds go to the theatre and the university cultivation programme.
 
Tuesday, 18 July
The anniversary of the incorporation of ISKCON in New York
 
Visit Radhanath's Gifts – for a range of beautiful apparel 
Operation times: 
Sunday to Monday 10:30am – 6:30pm
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