In Jewish/Hebrew tradition, the Passover Seder celebrates the “coming out of bondage into freedom.” This will be an inclusive celebration, and all spiritual traditions are welcome!
The Ceremonies will start at 5:30 pm with traditional candle lighting by the women, followed by the Seder Feast. Our host is former Mayor Mitch Roth. Everyone will participate in the reading of the Haggadah.
Embark on a captivating journey into the origins of our Universe alongside retired NASA astronomer and COBE mission leader, Dr. Richard Isaacman. This immersive slideshow presentation features breathtaking, high-resolution imagery captured by the Hubble and James Webb telescopes, offering a rare look at the cosmic radiation from the Big Bang itself.
Enjoy an intimate afternoon of live piano at Paleaku Peace Gardens with composer and pianist Philip Howard. Philip will perform a one-hour concert of original compositions designed to expand the heart, inspire the mind, and stir emotion in a peaceful garden setting.
On Saturday, February 14 at 10:30 AM, Big Island Yoga Center invites you to a special Heart Chakra–focused Iyengar Yoga class at Paleaku Peace Gardens, led by BIYC teacher Joanne Murray.
This gentle offering emphasizes supported, mindful movement using blankets and bolsters to help students safely hold poses, explore areas of tightness, and soften both body and mind. The practice will encourage release—moving out the old—and creating space for clarity, ease, and new possibilities.
Features Dr. Richard Isaacman, a retired NASA astronomer and former Maunakea Observatory staff scientist.
This astronomy lecture at Paleaku Gardens Peace Sanctuary is scheduled for Saturday, February 7, from 11:00 am to noon.
Topic: A deep dive into the history and current findings in the search for extraterrestrial life, highlighting data from the Hubble and Webb space telescopes and advanced ground-based observatories.
Experience an afternoon of “Magic, Harmony, and Expression” at the beautiful Paleaku Peace Gardens. We are thrilled to host the Hawaii Horn Ensemble, a unique 10-person French Horn group, for a special live performance.
The ensemble will perform a diverse program featuring classical and pop favorites, including iconic hits from The Beatles and Queen.
Kyabje Kalu Rinpoche is the Lineage Holder of the Shangpa Kagyu tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. Born in 1990, he was recognized by His Holiness. the 14th Dalai Lama and the 12th Chamgön Kenting Tai Situ Rinpoche as the reincarnation of Kyabje Dorje Chang Kalu Rinpoche, renowned meditation master
Kyabje Kalu Rinpoche is the Lineage Holder of the Shangpa Kagyu tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. Born in 1990, he was recognized by His Holiness. the 14th Dalai Lama and the 12th Chamgön Kenting Tai Situ Rinpoche as the reincarnation of Kyabje Dorje Chang Kalu Rinpoche, renowned meditation master
TAI CHI TAO: SHORT FORMS FOR LONG LIFE with Jin An Wong
CLASSES RESUME SATURDAY, JULY 11, 2020
Saturdays 10 am – 11 am
Part 1: Tai Chi warm-ups, Qi Gong, & Tai Chi.
Drop-in- $15 per class / 1 month pre-paid package – 4 classes for $48
Saturdays 11 am – 11:30 am
Part 2 – 11-11:30am Tai Chi Push Hands.
Drop-in- $8 per class / 1 month pre-paid package- 4 classes for $26
Part 1 & 2 combined
Drop-in:$20 per (1.5hr class)
1 month pre-paid package/ 4 classes – $60 (1.5hr classes)
Short Forms for Long Life includes a Tai Chi warm up, Qi Gong to gather and cultivate life force (Qi) and the Yang Style 8 Treasures short form that circulates and directs your Qi for strengthening your immune system, improving balance and calming your mind and spirit.
<strong>About the Teacher</strong>: Jin An Wong is a 3rd generation Tai Chi Instructor. His grandfather was a Tai Chi & Kung Fu master in China. He studied with his uncle, Master Wong of the Tai Chi Academy in Toishan, China. He also studied with Master Kai Ying Tung in Los Angeles for 10 years. Jin An has been teaching this gentle but powerful exercise for over 20 years in California, China and Hawaii.
