Full moon festival and day of mindfulness

[MagnoliaVillage]

Dear Friend,

The weather in Batesville these days have been very pleasant, with
gentle wind and cool air. Almost everyday, some of our our Brothers
and Sisters play volleyball together after working in the
multifunctional activity house. The volleyball court is always filled
with laughter and joy. Those who don't play volleyball, they decided
to watch and cheer for those who play, it is as like they are watching
live television :).

During this week, the monastics are helping to put the laminate floor
and finishing painting the house. The brown robes of the monastics now
have white spots, something for us to remember at Magnolia Village.

We hope during these last few days, you have opportunity to look at
the moon and enjoy its presence with your in breath and out breath.
This Saturday, September 18, Magnolia Village is going to have a full
moon festival, starting at 9:00pm. This is an occasion for each one of
us to enjoy the moon together as a family, enjoy watching the dragon
dance by the monastic brothers, sing songs about the moon, and of
course enjoy full moon cake with green tea. You are invited to join us
for the full moon festival and the mindfulness day, the following day.
Below is the schedule for the special events at Magnolia Village this
weekend:

Saturday (Full moon festival)

9:00pm - Full moon festival to be held outside

Sunday (English Day of Mindfulness)

7:00 - Breakfast
8:00- Working meditation
9:00- walking meditation
10:00- Dharma talk (DVD teaching by Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh)
12:00- Formal lunch
Afternoon activity will be announced.

We look forward to seeing you this weekend. Please email us if you
plan to come. Thank you and may your heart be filled with peace and
happiness.