The Global Mala Project is a worldwide effort spearheaded by Shiva Rea, Sean Corne, Michael Franti, and yogis, yoga studios, performers and activists around the world. The Second Annual DC Global Mala is set to coincide with the Fall Equinox and UN International Peace Day, on the 21st of September, 2008.
The inagural DC Global Mala, in September 2007, was a phenomenal success--raising over $12,000 for Trees for the Future, and bringing together 500 participants to salute the sun, take in a dharma talk, and chant and sing at kirtan. Guests included community visionaries such as Graham Schweig, Tara Brach, Jonathan Foust and John Schumacher.
This year we are thrilled to announce that the DC-GMP will be held at THEARC, a spacious, state-of-the-art cultural center in Southeast Washinton, DC. In addition to all the events of last year, this year’s venue will include the sponsorship of the DC Mayor’s office, the Boys and Girls Clubs of DC, the Corcoran School of Art, the Levine School of Music, and the Washington Ballet. There will be a “how to salute the sun” workshop for newcomers to yoga; acroyoga, dance, and flying demonstrations; a kid-friendly yoga and art portion (free for DC’s elementary schoolchildren); a food marketplace sponsored by DC’s Java Green; and a full-fledged Healing Arts marketplace. Performers and presenters from DC and beyond will be there to offer live music and entertainment throughout the day.
Stay tuned for details, and please contact us (info@dcglobalmala.com) with any questions!
Jai!
