UPCOMING EVENTS FOR THE YEAR 2025:

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The California Sherpa Association is hosting Mount Everest Day 2025.

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We invite you to join us in celebrating Mt. Everest Day on May 29, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

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Entry is $75, which includes dinner. Free entry is available for Everest summiteers.

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The event will be held at 4 Dream Restaurant, located at 2429 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704.

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We look forward to celebrating this special occasion with you.

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For more details, please refer to the postcard below.

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Sincerely,

The Board Members

California Sherpa Association

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The California Sherpa Association cordially invites you to join us for a 2-Day Shamatha-Vipassana Meditation with

(Tenzin LamaSherpa)

Meditation starts from May 31st to June 1st, 2025.

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The event will be held from 8:30AM to 9:00 PM

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At the following address:

555 Pierce Street

Albany, CA

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As seating is limited, we encourage you to secure your spot by contacting Tenzin Lama Sherpa at (929) 421-9784 at least 8 days before the event.

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We look forward to your participation and shared experience.

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Important information:

This group is held under strict discipline/schedule.

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Please make note of the following rules:

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The group will be in complete silence.

• No cell phones

• No internet

• No book reading.

• No pen, no paper or writing

• No eye contacts

Could you let your family/friends know you will be out of touch for these two days?

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May 31st at 8:30 am through June 1st at 9:00 pm.

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Anyone with any of the following conditions should not apply at this time:

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Experiencing any of the following Covid-19 symptoms:

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– New or worsening cough
– Mild or moderate difficulty breathing
– Fever, chills, or sore throat
– Vomiting or diarrhea
– Headache or body/muscle aches
– Sustained loss of smell, taste, or appetite
– Fatigue

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Everyone coming to the meditation will be screened for the above conditions upon arrival.

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Anyone with any symptoms of Covid-19 or other communicable severe illnesses will be asked to return home immediately.

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You must be physically fit to participate and follow the schedule.

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Do not participate if you have a severe mental disorder or emotional upheaval.

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You’re asked to commit to the whole process, and partial participation will disturb you and others.

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Consumption of alcohol, intoxicants, and smoking is not allowed.

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Checklist for two days of meditation

No shorts, tank tops, tights, or revealing clothing.
Bring all items necessary for personal use, such as:
– a meditation seating cushion
– scarf, shawl
– mat, or carpet.

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2 – Days Daily Schedule

8:30 – 9:30 am – Meditation Session

9:30 – 10:00 am – Tea Break

10:00 – 11:30 am – Meditation Session

11:30 – 11:45 am – Break

11:45 – 1:30 pm – Meditation Session

1:30 – 3:00 pm – Lunch & Rest

3:00 – 4:30 pm – Meditation Session

4:30 – 5:00 pm- Tea Break

5:00 – 6:30 pm – Meditation Session

6:30 – 8:00 pm – Dinner (SOUP)

8:00 – 9:00 pm – Discourse

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Bellow, these are the Past Events.

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.Dear members, we are seeking a lunch sponsor for Buddha Jayanti on May 10th, 2025. If interested, please contact us at (707) 529-2044.

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With any questions, please get in touch with the CSA president

Lhakpa Nuru Sherpa

At : (408) 594-5276

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Dear members, CSA has scheduled a Guru Rinpoche Wong.

Please look at the postcard for more details.

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Date: Sunday, April 6, 2025.

Time: 2pm to 5pm

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Address:

369 Chesley Avenue,

Richmond, CA 94801

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Hello, everyone; we hope this message finds you well.

We wanted to share some vital information with you all.

UPCOMING LOSAR 2025.

California Sherpa Association has scheduled the upcoming Losar Event 2025.

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Click the link below to buy a ticket for the event:

https://thingsnepali.com/event/gyalpo-loshar-program-2025

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मिती – Saturday, March 15, 2025
समय – 5:pm to 12:am
स्थान – 1111 Gough St
San Francisco, CA 94109
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More information may be coming soon. Please keep checking.
 

 

 

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Past Events.

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Lhapso Lawa Team Group Picture

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We’ve included the Team Name below.

North Bay Lawa Team.
1) Mr.Gyalzen Sherpa & Mrs.Dawa Yangji Sherpa
2) Mr. Lakpa Gurung & Mrs. Dawa Chhuti Sherpa Gurung
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Bay Area Lawa Team.
1) Mr.Ang Ngima Sherpa & Mrs. Palden Sherpa
2) Mr. Suraj Gurung & Mrs. Nima Dolkar Gurung
3) Mr. Samir Chhetri & Mrs. Reena Raut

 

South Bay Lawa Team.
1) Mr. Tendi Sherpa & Mrs. Kandu Sherpa
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मिती – Sunday, March 2, 2025
समय – 9:am to 4:pm
स्थान – The Gyuto Foundation Inc.
6401 Bernhard Ave
Richmond Heights, CA
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Dear CSA Members,
The California Sherpa Association is requesting all valid members to participate in the annual general meeting scheduled for:

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Please remember to bring your membership ID card with you as it is required.

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Date: Saturday, September 28, 2024.

Time: 1 pm to 5:30 pm.

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Address: Tashi Delek Cuisine

11224 San Pablo Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530

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Note: CSA will provide snacks, tea, and dinner.

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Past events

Please remember the following schedule for the Chhe Wong & Bardo Thotol event on Saturday, July 20, 2024.

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The event will begin at 9 a.m., and it is important to be seated by 9 a.m.

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Reminder: Please make sure to arrive by 8:45 a.m.

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Schedule:

9:00 AM – 10:45 AM: Introductions and teaching

15-minute Break

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM: Teaching

12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch

1:30 PM – 2:45 PM: Teaching

15-minute Break

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Wong

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मिती – Saturday, July 20, 2024
समय – 9:am to 4:pm
स्थान – The Gyuto Foundation Inc.
6401 Bernhard Ave
Richmond Heights, CA
94805

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हार्दिक निमन्त्रणा

आदरणीय  आमाबुबा, दाजुभाई, दिदीबहिनी तथा सान फ्रान्सिस्को- वे एरिया निवासी सम्पुर्ण श्रद्धालू भक्तजन ज्युहरू

 

 क्यालिफोर्निया शेर्पा एशोसियसनको ओयोजनामा July, 20 शनिबार श्रद्धेय धर्मगुरु ( खेन रिन्पोचे साङ्गे रङ्ज्युंग) द्वारा मानब जीवनमा अत्यन्त जरूरी पर्ने धर्म शिक्षा भार्दो थोडोल ( अंतरभाव ) को प्रबचन र उहाँको बाहुली बाट ( छे वाङ् )

 

प्रदान गरिने कार्यक्रम भएको हुँदा
उपस्तिथिको लागि हार्दिक अनुरोध गर्दछौ ।

 

( भार्दो थोडोल विश्व भर ३४  भाषामा ८० देशहरूमा छापिएको छन्।)

 

मिती – Saturday, July 20, 2024
समय – 9:am to 4:pm
स्थान – The Gyuto Foundation Inc.
6401 Bernhard Ave
Richmond Heights, CA
94805

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California Sherpa Association has Scheduled.

2-Day Shamatha-Vipassana Meditation with Tenzin Lama Sherpa

The available seats are now fully booked.

 

For those who are registered, please find more information below:

Event dates: June 29-30, 2024
Time: 8:30 am- 9:00 pm.

Event Address:
Gate View Clubhouse
555 Pierce Street
Albany, CA 94706

 

Parking information:

Please Park on the Pierce Street

No parking is available at the Address

Limited seats for 30 people only.

 

Please feel free to bring your seating cushion.

Please RSVP at least eight days in advance to confirm your seat.

Fees:

I want to point out that this event is based on donations.

YOU ARE WELCOME TO DONATE ACCORDING TO YOUR VOLITION AND YOUR MEANS.

(Note: Anybody is welcome)

Could you call the provided number to confirm your seat?

1) Kami sherpa: (707) 228-4319
2) Lama Tenji sherpa: (929) 421-9784

 

 

 

 

Your information.

Full Name
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Address
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Phone Number
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Email Address
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Emergency Contact Phone:
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Important information:

This group is held under strict discipline/schedule.

Please make note of the following rules:

The group will be in complete silence.

• No cell phones

• No internet

• No book reading.

• No pen, no paper or writing

• No eye contacts

Could you let your family/friends know you will be out of touch for these two days?

June 29th at 8:30 am through June 30th at 9:00 pm.

Anyone with any of the following conditions should not apply at this time:

Experiencing any of the following Covid-19 symptoms:

– New or worsening cough
– Mild or moderate difficulty breathing
– Fever, chills, or sore throat
– Vomiting or diarrhea
– Headache or body/muscle aches
– Sustained loss of smell, taste, or appetite
– Fatigue

Everyone coming to the meditation will be screened for the above conditions upon arrival.

Anyone with any symptoms of Covid-19 or other communicable severe illnesses will be asked to return home immediately.

You must be physically fit to participate and follow the schedule.

Do not participate if you have a severe mental disorder or emotional upheaval.

You’re asked to commit to the whole process, and partial participation will disturb you and others.

Consumption of alcohol, intoxicants, and smoking is not allowed.

Checklist for two days of meditation

No shorts, tank tops, tights, or revealing clothing.
Bring all items necessary for personal use, such as:
– a meditation seating cushion
– scarf, shawl
– mat, or carpet.

The Meditation Hall is sponsored by:

1) Ang Ngawang Sherpa
2) Dali Sherpa
From Albany, California.

2 – Days Daily Schedule

8:30 – 9:30 am – Meditation Session

9:30 – 10:00 am – Tea Break

10:00 – 11:30 am – Meditation Session

11:30 – 11:45 am – Break

11:45 – 1:30 pm – Meditation Session

1:30 – 3:00 pm – Lunch & Rest

3:00 – 4:30 pm – Meditation Session

4:30 – 5:00 pm- Tea Break

5:00 – 6:30 pm – Meditation Session

6:30 – 8:00 pm – Dinner (SOUP)

8:00 – 9:00 pm – Discourse