TIBETAN BUDDHIST COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE FOR TODAY’S SPIRITUAL TRAVELER
Thursday, August 25 – Sunday, September 4, 2011
Jewel Heart, 1129 Oak Valley Drive, Ann Arbor, MI
Buddha’s revolutionary methods of compassion and wisdom, preserved within Tibetan Buddhism as a comprehensive map, guide us successfully along the path to the freedom, capability, and joy of enlightenment. With Gelek Rimpoche as our guide, we will discover how to make use of the landmarks on the path to enlightenment.
RETREAT DATES/TIMES:
Thursday, August 25 – Sunday, September 4, 2011
Recommended arrival – early afternoon on 25th
Recommended departure – later afternoon or evening on 4th.
TUITION:
$450 Pledging members
$550 Non-members
$150 Deposit due July 22.
Donations/contributions towards scholarships are most welcome.
You may include your tax deductible contribution on the registration form.
Registration Deadline – Friday, July 22.
See right hand column for Registration Form link.
Email registration form to [email protected] or mail to above address or fax: 734 994 5577.
Questions? Email [email protected] or [email protected] or phone 734 994 3387 extensions 221, 223, or 224.
GENERAL SCHEDULE:
Registration – Thursday, August 25 – 3:30 – 6:30pm
Retreat begins – Thursday, August 25, 7pm
Daily – Morning, afternoon and evening sessions include meditation, teachings, discussion groups and other activities.
Retreat closes – Following Sunday, September 4, 10am Empowerment. More details to come.
Schedule is subject to change.
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TRANSPORTATION:
You are responsible for your travel arrangements.
Local shuttles from Detroit Metro Airport:
1. Select Ride/Shared Ride Airport Shuttle – 866 663 8898 or www.selectride.com
2. Select Ride Cab Service – 866 663 8898 or www.selectride.com
3. Check AATA website for bus service information. www.aata.org/routes.asp .
4. Michigan Flyer – Bus between AA and airport stops at the Four Points by
Sheraton Hotel. Visit www.michiganflyer.com for costs and schedule.
LODGING:
Sangha Lodging: While many arrange sangha lodging directly, we are also happy to help as necessary. If you need assistance with sangha lodging or have space to offer, please contact [email protected]. Contact no later than July 22. Space limited.
HOTELS:
You are responsible for booking your accommodations.
Please note: Good to book early as Saturday, September 3rd is a University of Michigan home football game.
Some local listings follow:
Extended Stay Deluxe Detroit – Ann Arbor – 3265 Boardwalk Dr. , Ann Arbor, MI 48108,
(734) 997-7623, Fax: (734) 997-7633. Mention JEWEL HEART for discount by phone.
Hotel is designed especially for longer stays with studios featuring fully-equipped kitchens and plenty of work space and amenities. Also Bally’s Gym access.
EXTENDED STAY AMERICA – Ann Arbor – 1501 Briarwood Circle Dr., Ann Arbor, MI 48108
(734) 332-1980 Fax: (734) 332-1988. Mention JEWEL HEART for discount by phone.
Hotel is designed especially for longer stays with studios featuring fully-equipped kitchens and plenty of work space and includes Bally’s Gym membership benefits.
Four Points Sheraton – 3200 Boardwalk St, Ann Arbor, MI 48108, (734) 996-0600. Mention JEWEL HEART for discount by phone.
Amenities: include some Shuttle service to Jewel Heart and Airport.
Motel 6 Ann Arbor – 3764 S State St., Ann Arbor, MI, 48108, I-94 at exit #177, State St.(734) 665-9900Rudolf Steiner House – 1923 Geddes, Ann Arbor, MI 48105, (734) 662-9355 – Call early to confirm availability.
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