Geneva Conference Centre of Buddhism
"Sounds of Geneva" International Choir
International Folk Songs & Singing
Music Director: Mr. Keith Dale
May 23, 30 ‖ June 6, 13, 20, 27 (Saturday)
14:00~15:00

After a busy work week, how do you revive your energy? Singing is one of the best form of activities to recharge one's body and mind and add new sights to your life!
If your want to cultivate love for singing, don't miss our new International Folk Song Singing Class!
The song selection includes worldwide famous titles. Other trainings include vocal, rhythms and techniques
For all ages
Fees: CHF 60 for 6 lessons or CHF 15 per trial lesson
Please register at
 Geneva Conference Centre of Buddhism

 

Geneva Conference Centre of Buddhism
Children's Summer Art Camp 2009
Keep your kids creative all summer long
Date: 30/6/2009- 4/7/2009
09:30–17:00

Through exciting and imaginative projects, young artists are encouraged to discover the world of art, learning through their own creative experimentation. Our Children’s Visual Art Camp gets students actively exploring art through a variety of playful media. They will be encouraged to develop imagination and creativity while gaining confidence in their own self-expression. We encourage kids to roll up their sleeves for hands-on fun!

Dates & Times: 30th June - 4th July 2009, 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Venue: 20 Bis, Chemin de Terroux, 1218 Grand-Saconnex, Geneva.
Tel: 022 929 8080
Ages: 7 - 12
Number of Participants: up to 48
Fees: CHF 100 per child (Fees include daily lunch, refreshments and the cost of course materials)
Registration: Registration available now until all spaces are full. Please return the completed registration form with the necessary fees to
20 bis, Chemin de Terroux, 1218 Grand Saconnex, Geneva before 20th June

Registration begins 27 April 2009. But hurry, space is limited

 

Sustainable Development Festival 2009
Date: 3 June - 7 June 2009
10:00 - 17:00

Exhibition: "Green Map" by Earth Focus & SBM Conseil
Premiere Contemporary Art Exhibition:
"Faces of Eternity" by Yanick Douet, Swiss Artist
"Life Path" by Markus Hug, Swiss Artist
Vegetarian Gourmet Lunch (12:00-14:00 Daily)
Tai Chi Performance: Saturday, 6 June (at 11:00 & 15:00), and Sunday 7 June (at 14:00)

World Environmental Day
«The Environment and Spirituality»
a debate on relations between nature and spirituality
Time: 18:30, 5 June 2009
Speakers
Venerable Ani Dawa Choedon,
Chair of the UN NGO Committee on Spirituality, Values and Global Concerns at Geneva
Venerable Chueh Yann,
General Director of Geneva Conference Centre of Buddhism
Miss Lilian Sum,
Director of an environmental organisation Sacred Earth Trust based in Bodhgaya, India
H.E. Ambassador Ronald Barnes,
Director International Council for Human Rights

Venue: Geneva Conference Centre of Buddhism
20 Bis, Chemin de Terroux, 1218 Grand-Saconnex, Geneva.
Tel: 022 929 8080

Open Free to the Public

 

Tai Chi Class (For Beginner)
May 3, 10, 17, 31 || June 7, 21
14:00 – 15:30, Sunday
By Mr Kam Wong & Mr Anh Hung
Originally developed in China as an internal Chinese martial art, tai chi is a graceful form of exercise that has existed for some 2,000 years. Practiced regularly, tai chi can help you reduce stress and enjoy other health benefits.

Tai Chi is a noncompetitive, self-paced system of gentle physical exercise and stretching. To do Tai Chi, you perform a series of postures or movements in a slow, graceful manner. Each posture flows into the next without pausing.

Tai Chi may help your overall health, although it's not a substitute for traditional medical care. Tai chi is generally safe for people of all ages and levels of fitness. Older adults may especially find tai chi appealing because the movements are low impact and put minimal stress on muscles and joints.
Open Free to the Public

 

June 2009

07 June/Sun 11:00AM ~ 12:30 Noon Light Offering Service of Full Moon
21 June/Sun 11:00AM ~ 12:30 Noon Light Offering Service of New Moon
28 June/Sun 11:00AM ~ 12:30 Noon Meditation
30 June - 4 July 09:30AM ~ 17:00 Children’s Summer Art Camp

Location: Geneva Conference Centre of Buddhism

 

Meditation Sunday
 28 June || 12, 26 July || 16, 30 August
13, 27 September || 11, 25 October
11:00 – 12:30 Noon
Free Open to the Public

Location: Geneva Conference Centre of Buddhism

 

Geneva Conference Centre of Buddhism
Celebration Mother's Day
10 May 2009, Sunday, 11:00 - 12:30

Programme : Candle light blessing ceremony, Poetry readings, Free set lunch for mothers*
*
Please make a reservation before 7 May 2009, and arrive at GCCB on 10 May 2009 at 10:45am

Location: Geneva Conference Centre of Buddhism

 

Geneva Conference Centre of Buddhism
2009 Buddha’s Birthday Festival
17 May 2009, Sunday, 10:30 - 17:00

17 May 2009 comes the biggest annual Buddha's Birthday Festival which is developed to promote family harmony and world peace, and provide an opportunity for community access to Buddhist cultures and activities. The theme of Buddha's Birthday Festival this year is "Harmonise". The opening ceremony of Buddha's Birthday Festival will be held at GCCB, on Sunday 17th of May, 2009, at 10.30 am.
Programme:
Blessing Procession
[Purifying the Mind, Opening the Heart, Beautifying the Body] – "Bathing of the Buddha" Ceremony
Premiere Contemporary Art Exhibition
"Faces of Eternity" by Yanick Douet, Swiss Artist and "Life Path" by Markus Hug
Children Story Telling & Mini Art Workshop
[The Journey to Wisdom] - "Life of the Buddha" musical film
Tai Chi demonstration
[Gourmet Square] – Annual Asian Vegetarian Food Fair etc.
Open to the public and suitable to all ages!
Location: Geneva Conference Centre of Buddhism

 

Geneva Conference Centre of Buddhism
Public Course (September - October 2009)
Please register in advance

Course Date Time Fee Tutor
International Folk Songs & Singing Class (English) Saturday
(12/9, 19/9, 26/9, 3/10, 10/10, 17/10)
14:00 - 15:00 CHF 60 / 6 Lessons or
CHF 15 per trial lesson
Mr Keith Dale
Waterclour Painting Class (French) Saturday
(12/9, 19/9, 26/9, 3/10, 10/10)
15:00 - 16:30 CHF 120 / 5 Lessons
(painting materials included)
Ms Maya Turatti
Tai Chi Class (French) Sunday
(13/9, 20/9, 27/9, 4/10, 11/10, 18/10, 25/10)
14:00 - 15:30 Free Mr Kam Wong
Mr Anh Hung Nguyen
Vegetarian Cooking Class (French) Wednesday
(16/9, 23/9, 30/9, 7/10, 14/10)
19:00 - 20:30 CHF 120/ 5 Courses
(cooking materials included)
Mai Chau
Basic Meditation Class (French) Tuesday
(29/9, 6/10, 13/10, 20/10, 27/10)
19:00 - 20:30 CHF 40/ 5 Sections Venerable Miao Shi
Intermediate Meditation Class (English) Tuesday
(29/9, 6/10, 13/10, 20/10, 27/10)
19:00 - 20:30 CHF 40/ 5 Sections Venerable Man Jung

Location: Geneva Conference Centre of Buddhism

 

Geneva Conference Centre of Buddhism
Buddhist Art Gallery: "Beauty of Loving Kindness" Exhibition
11:00 - 17:00
14 March 2009 - 12 April 2009
Free Open to the Public
(Gallery is closed on Monday)