Buddha’s Birthday: A Two-day Celebration for the Whole Family May 14, 2011

10am: Meditation. Buddhist Religious Service including Dharma Talk,
bathing the Baby Buddha, and contemplation of human life. Simultaneously there will be a Children's Service and lantern dedications.
11:30am: Peace and Happiness Street Parade
1pm: Film: The Economics of Happiness. “The Economics of Happiness delivers a powerful message about globalization: it is the small, local economies around the world that are preserving traditions, cultures, and communities, and ultimately safeguarding our happiness.” -- Alice Waters
3pm: Introduction to Meditation. All welcome to this talk and demonstration.
7:30pm: The celebrations conclude with a Lotus Lantern Lighting and Chanting Service. The lighting of beautiful flower lanterns, a unique Korean tradition, ends the Buddha’s Birthday observance in a serene and lovely way. The service includes readings from scriptures and the dedication of beautiful lanterns. Everyone is welcome.