Ananda Monet coming to EnChant!

This Saturday for Kirtan at EnChant: Mantra Meditation, we are very fortunate to have Ananda Monet presenting with us Join us in bringing 2016 forth with devotional singing and storytelling! "Ananda grew up in a family of musicians in Russia. She studied bhakti yoga and mantra music meditation and has cultivated a taste for the ancient practice of singing sacred Sanskrit mantras, called kirtan.

Having learnt Russian traditional music at college, Ananda discovered a link between Russian and Indian cultural roots, which has influenced her style profoundly. Her singing blends the two traditions in a unique way, bringing together the passionate notes of the Slavic folk and the beauty of the Eastern ragas. She released her debut Russian language album in 2007. Ananda now lives in the UK where she contributes to many mantra music projects and events. Her latest album Inevitable Time was launched in May 2015 at Camden Centre accompanied by Samadhi Dance"

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Pictures from the Winter Special

On a rainy Vancouver winter night, about 75 yogis got together at the Karma Teachers Studio to celebrate the sacred through Kirtan and movement.  We all enjoyed a festive meal together cooked with love using cruelty-free ingredients.  This event is annual and for those who missed it this year, stay tuned for the 4th annual one next December!

 

Enchanted Winter Special!

Kirtan Vancouver is delighted to announce that we are bringing you the third annual Enchanted Winter Special! Join us in celebrating through movement and sound on December 12th and the Karma Teachers studio! https://www.facebook.com/events/181248368885108/

Like a River to the Sea

It has been a fantastic year for new Kirtan albums and this is one of our top picks for the year! Jahnavi Harrison has melted our hearts with her beautiful voice and compilations and we want to share this experience with you :) The brand new album by Jahnavi Harrison is available now! Pick up "Like A River to the Sea" at any of these places: Amazon: https://amzn.com/B00YJPUKUM iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/…/like-a-river-to-the…/id1001241063 MerchNow: http://mantralogy.merchnow.com/

Veg Fest 2015

In the thick of the heat today, Vancouver was full of beautiful events and we were honoured to take part at one of the best ones! We would like to express our appreciation to Sandra McPeake for arranging such a wonderful event and inviting us to participate. Thank you Carson Au for taking such great photos!

Love & Beyond 2015

On July 11, 2015, we had an amazing time volunteering at Oppenheimer Park in the Downtown east side. We helped to cook for and serve out 1500 plates of food. We were able to offer haircuts, massages, children's activities for the community which consists of men and women who are struggling with addictions and many don't have homes. It was such a gift to see the smiling faces and we felt like we should share that with all of you! Special thanks to Carson Au for the pictures carsonau.com/

Valentine's Event Photos

Thanks to everyone who came out for our Valentine's Kirtan Celebration!  The show was sold out.  It was full of love and positive energy from everyone who attended and from Shantala. Here are some photos:

"Praise" by Shantala

This Friday celebrate Valentine's with us featuring Shantala, here is a teaser of the sacred vibes they will be presenting! [soundcloud url="https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/189805383" params="color=ff5500&auto_play=false&hide_related=false&show_comments=true&show_user=true&show_reposts=false" width="100%" height="166" iframe="true" /]

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New Year's Resolutions!

Shared from Huffington Post

10 Resolutions for Growth and Compassionate Living for 2015

Author, TEDx speaker, and Chaplain at New York University and Union Theological Seminary

It's that time of the year again where we muster up the strength and courage to make resolutions for ourselves that will allow us to improve and grow. Most of us already have a pretty good idea of our weaknesses, tendencies, and patterns, but we know all to well how difficult change is. It always helps to have an impetus for change. Perhaps the idea of a new beginning and a fresh start in the New Year can provide the necessary motivation to break the cycles we're trapped by.

Change requires hard work. Too often, in our endeavor for change, we bite off more than we can chew. We over commit and think that transformation has to be immediate and this is the mistake that will lead to disappointment. So, as we begin to make our resolutions, lets be realistic and practical. Pick a resolution or two and give it a go for one month and then renew it for another month. Once that becomes a habit just add another. With that said, good luck with your resolutions and wishing you all a very Happy and Spiritual New Year!

1. APPRECIATE the contributions, talents, and gifts that others bring to the table.

2. Be accepting of constructive FEEDBACK.

3. READ spiritual texts of another faith with an open mind.

4. Be open and flexible when CHANGE happens in life.

5. Set spiritual GOALS to meditate and pray everyday, even if it's only for 10 minutes.

6. Contemplate the presence of the SOUL in people of all colors, races, and genders.

7. Treat all ANIMALS -- dogs, cows, cats, pigs, and birds -- as if they were your pet.

8. Take steps to reducing your CARBON footprint.

9. Reduce your KARMIC footprint by living ethically and compassionately.

10. Aspire to TRANSCEND the cycle of birth and death.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/gadadhara-pandit-dasa/ten-resolutions-for-growt_b_6386888.html?utm_hp_ref=tw

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Gearing up for our winter special!

Last year was so much fun, we just had to do it again! Kirtan Vancouver presents the second annual Enchanted. Come out and enjoy an evening of spiritual bliss. There will be kirtan (mantra meditation) with Anirudh Kansal and friends, dancing, ecstatic yoga with Emerson Lim, and a live DJ set with Raghunath Khe. There will also be delicious vegetarian food available, as well as books on spirituality. Click for more info

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Upcoming Event: 6 HOUR KIRTAN!

.. KIRTAN VANCOUVER presents .. ::: 6 HOUR KIRTAN :::

.. Saturday August 23rd - 4:00pm - 10:00pm ..

Featuring live kirtan sets and bhajans led by some of the most talented local kirtaniyas in BC, along with a special guest or two from Seattle and maybe even Calgary!

The practice of kirtan/mantra meditation is a process of bhakti (devotional) yoga. The practice has a powerful heart-opening effect which is best understood through direct experience.

Traditional instruments used in the kirtan are harmonium, mrdanga(drum), and kartals(hand cymbals).

:: Tickets ::

$15 - advance $20 - at the door

Advance tickets can be purchased online at http://www.eventbrite.com/e/six-hour-kirtan-tickets-12456703335

Bring a bit of extra cash as there will be a variety of delicious vegetarian treats for sale, along with a limited supply of Kirtan Vancouver t-shirts and books on Bhakti Yoga.

We hope you're all able to join us for a blissful evening of mantra meditation, friendly souls and delicious vegetarian eats!

Kirtan Vancouver Events Society (Kirtan Vancouver; KVan) is a non-profit, grass-roots organization dedicated to making Vancouverites more aware of how small steps such as yoga, breathing, and chanting can bring about large and positive changes in health and wellness. We support other like minded NGO's to support our goal of giving back.

6 HOUR KIRTAN

Thanks for visiting us at the Krishna Das event last Friday! We look forward to seeing you at another one of our upcoming events soon... maybe at EnChant! Come chant with us @ Unity Yoga - 6PM this coming Saturday!

SET YOUR LOVE FREE

When your love is finally free from attachments and needs,without any demands, just ready to give abundantly in charity then a shabby beggar dressed in rags will have become an emperor. Like a bird set free from its caged confines, it will be able to fly loftily upwards and sing unceasingly for the pleasure of the Lord.

-Sacinandana Swami

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#‎FREE‬ ‪#‎GIVEAWAY‬ #8 – ‪#alchemyfashions silk #skirt! ( ‪#‎KirtanVancouver‬ #yoga #free ‪#skirt #‎Vancouver‬)

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Now this is the perfect weather to be wearing the next giveaway from Alchemy fashions: MAGIC WRAP SKIRTS! Oh how we love these skirts :)

Alchemy Fashions’ MAGIC WRAP SKIRTS are fully reversible and MULTIWEAR - they can be worn in several different ways. They are made from 100% SILK recycled saris - each piece is one-of-a-kind. They have adjustable waist ties and fit up to a size 14.

3 Ways to enter (each counts as one vote, do all and be entered 3 times):

- Like our facebook page (and let us know you have liked us in the comment section)

- Comment and like this post on facebook/blog

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Winner will be announced NEXT Tuesday, and can collect set from a Downtown Vancouver location.

Thank you Alchemy Fashions!

 

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#‎FREE‬ ‪#‎GIVEAWAY‬ #7 – ‪#bangles! ( ‪#‎KirtanVancouver‬ #yoga #free ‪#‎Vancouver‬)

  Bangles/bracelets/wristlets - so many names for these beautiful jewelry adornments!

I $ave Liquidators have generously donated 12 dozen bangles just for you - you read right, 12 dozen = 144 bangles total!

Best part is that you get to pick and chose which ones are just right for you.

"At I $ave Liquidators, prices are cheaper than wholesale. Here you can get anything from household items, , clothing, fashion jewellery, and more at very, very low prices. Summer sale is on now!"

 

3 Ways to enter (each counts as one vote, do all and be entered 3 times):

- Like us on facebook (and let us know you have liked us in the comment section)

- Comment and like this post on facebook/blog

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Winner will be announced NEXT Tuesday

 

Bangles to be picked up at I $ave Liquidators (Surrey, BC)

 

Visit I $ave Liquidators at:

The Plaza: 8910 Scott Road, Surrey (Next to Sunfarms Grocery Store) -- Phone: 604-594-0552 "Like" their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ISaveLiquidators

#‎FREE‬ ‪#‎GIVEAWAY‬ #6 – ‪#BIKRAMYOGA #FREE 2 week #yoga pass! (‪ #‎KirtanVancouver‬ ‪#‎yoga‬ #free #Vancouver)

header_logo_v3 Wowee! Time to yoga it out with a FREE 2 week unlimited yoga pass to Bikram Yoga TRI-CITY!

Suitable for all ages and levels and ability, the Bikram Yoga series takes 90 minutes to complete. It consists of a set record of 26 postures and 2 breathing exercises. Each posture is designed to stretch and strengthen specific muscles, ligaments and joints required for successive postures in the sequence.

Thank you for the generous giveaway Bikram Yoga TRI-CITY!

3 Ways to enter (each counts as one vote, do all and be entered 3 times):

- Like us on facebook (and let us know you have liked us in the comment section)

- Comment and like this post on facebook/blog

- Share the link on facebook

Winner will be announced NEXT Tuesday, and can collect from set location.

NOTE: This pass is intended for Coquitlam/tri-city residents - for first time users.

 

Visit Bikram Yoga Tri-City:

108-3000 Lougheed Hwy Coquitlam, BC, V3B 1C5

phone :  (604) 472-0888

email :  info@bikramhotyoga.ca

http://www.bikramhotyoga.ca/

#FREE #GIVEAWAY #5 - #COPPER #SERVINGSET! (#vegetarian #grocery #healthfood #KirtanVancouver)

DSC_0002_1  DSC_0012 So lovely and shiny! Chris from Cash & Carry, has generously donated a beautiful LaCoppera copper and stainless steel serving dish and utensil set.   Visit Chris and his 100% vegetarian grocery and health store in Surrey. Contact: 604-594-8774.

3 Ways to enter (each counts as one vote, do all and be entered 3 times):

- Like us on facebook (and let us know you have liked us in the comment section)

- Comment and like this post on facebook/blog

- Share the link on facebook

Winner will be announced NEXT Tuesday, and can collect set from a Downtown Vancouver location.

Good luck and thanks Cash & Carry!

 

Visit Cash & Carry - 100% vegetarian for all your grocery and health food needs:

Contact: 604-594-8774.

12815 85 Ave, Surrey

 

#FREE #GIVEAWAY #4 – #ETERNAL ABUNDANCE $30 #GIFT-CARD! (#organic #vegan #KirtanVancouver #grocery #free)

Eternal Abundance ~ all organic grocer and vegan cafe Eternal Abundance - one of our FAVORITE places to eat and shop in Vancouver!!

Lucky you can be entered to win a $30 gift certificate from Eternal Abundance:

Eternal Abundance is an all-organic grocer and vegan cafe,  prioritizing local and fair trade whenever possible, and seeking out direct purchasing relationships with local farmers and artisan producers. They strive to provide a space for exploration of healthy living, through providing affordable, top quality, cruelty-free wholefood organic food for home preparation or in-house enjoyment; food preparation classes on preparing raw & cooked plant-based meals; literature on various healthy living topics; as well as hosting numerous community events.

3 Ways to enter (each counts as one vote, do all and be entered 3 times):

- Like us on facebook (and let us know you have liked us in the comment section)

- Comment and like this post on facebook/blog

- Share the link on facebook

Winner will be announced NEXT Tuesday, and can collect gift certificate from Eternal Abundance.

Good luck and thanks Eternal Abundance for the giving!

 

Visit Eternal Abundance at:

http://eternalabundance.ca/

1025 Commercial Drive  (Between Napier & Parker) Vancouver, BC

#LakshmiDevi & #KirtanVancouver at our #Free #Yoga and #Kirtan festival!

GetAttachment Excited to share that Lakshmi Devi is joining the KirtanVancovuer's lineup of amazing artists, August 10th 2013 at our FREE outdoor yoga and Kirtan Festival!

Lakshmi is an inspired and ecstatic multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and kirtan leader. Since 1999 she has been performing her original world music across the United States and Internationally, including Bali, Thailand, and Hawaii.

Lakshmi is a world influenced vocalist of many styles including Indian, Qawwali, Folk, Balinese Gamelan, and Gospel. She also plays Harmonium, rhythm guitar and hand percussion. Her Bachelor of Arts degree in Ethnomusicology lends itself to her music’s world influence.  Her music is best understood by its spontaneous aspect and her current immersion in the tradition of Indian chanting called “Kirtan” is a great platform for the spontaneous aspect to be expressed. Her English lyrics describe the raw depths and soaring heights of a spirit’s journey through a human life.

Join us in welcoming Lakshmi Devi!

www.lakshmidevi.com

#FREE #GIVEAWAY #3 - #GLUTENULL (#glutenfree #baking #kirtanvancouver )

Buckwheat-Granola-Bar-300x225 Yay and yummmm for gluten free baked goods!

Our next giveaway is from GluteNull: $20 worth of gluten-free baked goods gift basket handcrafted just for us to give to you!

GluteNull is dedicated to bringing you fresh, premium quality, certified gluten-free foods that are wholesome and tasty.

Their artisan baking process contains only the finest ingredients from trusted sources such as Bob’s Red Mill Natural Foods.  Our facility is a Certified Gluten Free bakery, which assures you that it contains no traces of gluten.

You can rely on GluteNull to provide the healthiest baked goods that have a delicious, soft and moist texture that everyone will enjoy, even your allergy sensitive foodie.

3 Ways to enter (each counts as one vote, do all and be entered 3 times):

- Like us on facebook (and let us know you have liked us)

- Comment and like us below and/or our facebook page

- Share the link on facebook

Winner will be announced NEXT Tuesday, and can collect gift from a downtown Vancouver location.

 

Visit Glutenull at:

http://glutenull.com/

http://www.facebook.com/Glutenull

https://twitter.com/glutenullbreads