Sangha 2025
July 11-13, 2025
A Family Reunion
Sangha 2025- A Family Reunion
July 11-13, 2025
A Sangha is a gathering of like minded people in a Spiritual Community at which you may find and meet “exquisite friends”. Last year’s gathering spawned many deep and lasting friendships and we are so excited to be holding it again. All are welcomed, you need not be ordained. Dan will be doing a short class and ordinations on Sunday morning at 10 am.
Bring your voices, horns, bells, whistles, drums, etc., as we will be celebrating Dan’s 80th birthday.
Accommodations
Use search engine for accommodations in Livonia/Lakeville/Genesseo/Dansville/Avon. Google local motels.
Another exciting option is St. Michaels Mission in Conesus that is listed on AirBNB. Click here for more info.
Camping with tents or your own travel trailer/RV is available at the farm.
Travel
We are about 40 minutes south of Rochester, NY. Air transportation into Rochester International Airport is available, and there is also bus service as well as train service to Rochester but you will need to rent a car to get to the farm.
Food
Bring your own food and beverages(non-alcoholic).
Dining places nearby: Click here for more info.
Event Highlights
A heated swimming pool 16’x32’ is available for your use. Bring suit and towel.
The Buddha Path which offers over 1 mile of hiking trails.
We will have a large 26’x19’ pavilion tent in which to meet.
The three day gathering includes:
Performances by Jeff Tiebout, Tom Williams, Rachel Theo-Maurelli, and Rick Parrish on Friday and Saturday nights
Sound Immersion by Jane Anderson and Charles Ross
Campfire and drum circle
Healing circle
Guided meditation
Saturday night Pool Party
Class and ordinations at 10 am Sunday morning
Tentative Schedule
July 11- Friday
12-3 pm: Registration and Mingle Time outdoors under the tent. Free time to walk the Buddha Path.
3 pm: Opening Welcome to Sangha by Dan. Meet and Greet.
5-7 pm: Dinner. Pot Luck Dinner. Bring your own food or go out.
7-8 pm10 pm: Impromptu Drumming and Joy Circle.
8 pm: Performance of Dances of Universal Peace (Sufi Dances) by Jeff Tiebout, Tom Williams, Rachel Theo-Maurelli, and Rick Parrish
9:30 pm: Camp Fire
July 12- Saturday
9-9:30 am: Meditation by Dan
9:30-11 am: Free Time to Mingle under the Tent, Swimming or Walking the Buddha Path
11 am-12 pm: Sound Immersion by Jane Anderson and Charles Ross
12-2 pm: Lunch. Bring your own food.
2-3 pm: Guest Speaker
3-5 pm: Free Time to Mingle, Swim or Walk
5-7 pm: Dinner Party! Make your own pizza. We will have individual crusts and multiple toppings to make your own pizzas in our outdoor pizza oven!
7 pm: Celebration
8 pm: Sing for Love Event with Jeff Tiebout, Tom Williams, Rachel Theo-Maurelli, and Rick Parrish
9 pm: The Celebration continues with Camp Fires and Fireworks!
July 13-Sunday
9-10 am: Coffee/ Tea under the tent, Mingle
10-11 am: Brief class and ordinations
12 pm: Group Sangha Photo
12: 15 pm: Mingle & Farewells
Things to Bring
Please bring food for meals that aren’t provided.
Bring a comfortable lawn chair.
A reusable water bottle and travel mug (lidded coffee cup).
Comfy shoes for walking the Buddha Path……or go barefoot!
Insect repellant.
Bathing suit and towel.
Musical instruments including drums for the drumming circle.
Registration Fee
Your tax deductible donation of $80 will help to offset the cost of the tent and expenses. (Tax deduction is available for US tax payers only). Please mail your non-refundable check to:
The Sanctuary of the Beloved, 5584 S. Livonia Rd., Conesus, NY 14435.
Please fill out the Registration Form here.
Fee for the class and ordinations is $150 payable at the event.