* Meditation in the Park

Now in its third year with the vibe of a village fete, Meditation in the Park (http://www.meditationinthepark.com/) is a lottery-funded, community event at which there is absolutely nothing to buy but lots to be had.

It takes place in the beautiful Russia Dock Woodlands (Rotherhithe), June 26th 2011. It is in zone 2 and the closest station is Canada Water (Jubilee Line & Overground trains). This gem of a park is only a 10-15 mi…nute’s walk from the station. Alternatively, you can take the C10 or 381 buses to get there.

This event is organised by people of Rotherhithe for the entire London community. People of all ages and backgrounds are welcome to join and take part.

A number of events and demonstrations that involve delicious natural food, yoga and meditation mini-workshops, taught freely by experts, and local nature tours run concurrently throughout the afternoon.

What makes this event unique is that people are encouraged to leave their money at home, yet bring back home something nice, learn something useful and be part of a wonderful community. It is based on values, such as giving, not taking.

The purpose of this family-friendly event is to show how to live fully and enjoy life as much as possible while honouring a unique ecological urban space where well-behaved pets are very welcome.

This event is organised in a voluntary capacity by professionals of various backgrounds who live in the area. Meditation in the Park is partly funded by the Awards for All Lottery Fund and supported by local businesses and residents, and stallholders of Borough Market.

This event is gaining popularity and Russia Dock Woodlands is looking to welcome a couple of thousands of visitors this year.

The dedicated area will be marked by beautiful hand-crafted blankets and bunting made from traditional English fabrics donated by a popular retail company and assembled by the local Brownies and other community groups in the months leading up to the event.

In the past, there was no negative public feedback and the best summary of the day was ?just like an old fashioned Sunday, when people didn?t have a care in the world? given by a 15 year old. The minimal amount of rubbish left behind indicated how people entered into the spirit of the event.

Events & Demonstrations:
All events encourage getting more from your life and enjoying healthy eating, caring for yourself through physical and mental well-being and caring for our green spaces while everybody is encouraged to take part. All activities on offer fit into the ambience of the day. There is strictly no third party promotional marketing and nothing to buy.

Activities to join:
A variety of simple yoga and meditation techniques that you can easily incorporate into your life
Special workshops include yoga for bicyclists, Silver Age yoga, Children?s yoga, stress release
Opportunities for all levels including total beginners, children and experienced practitioners

Guided Nature Walks of the Ecology Park
Masterclasses with internationally renowned teacher, Guru Kaur
Children’s smoothies and Make Your Own Muesli stands educating about basic delicious foods
Flower garland making
Cheese and yoghurt making demonstrations
Wood fired bread oven with bread making lessons for children
Group meditation led by Guru Kaur followed by handing out of prizes for picnics (judged by stallholders from Borough Market)
Free intensive Kundalini Yoga class with Guru Kaur after the prize-giving.
There will be a multilingual assistance available on the day; secure bike racks will be provided and people are encouraged to bring their own shade and, of course, their own picnic.

Prizes & Sponsors:
Judges for the picnics include well respected stallholders from Borough Market. Prizes for best homemade picnics are donated by Tesco Surrey Quays and Borough Market Stallholders.
Other flagship events in the park are:

Photography in the Park (Sunday, May 8th 2011) – register for free at www.MeditationInThePark.com/otherevents
Painting in the Park (Sunday, September 25th 2011)
Woodland Surprise (Sunday, October 9th 2011)