<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Dalai Lama's 75th Birthday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pages]]></description><link>http://www.dalailamabirthday.org.uk/</link><copyright><![CDATA[Copyright Dalai Lama's 75th Birthday]]></copyright><generator>sNews CMS</generator><item><title><![CDATA[Artists]]></title><description><![CDATA[        
  On the main stage:  
  
  dramatic traditional sacred Buddhist dances by the Tashi Lhunpo monks of Tibet (above right)  
  traditional and modern songs by world renowned Tibetan singer Soname (above left)  
  Mongolian overtone chanting and the haunting sounds of Tibetan singing bowls by Michael Ormiston and Candida Valentino  
  TheTibetan Community in Britain dance group&nbsp; performing a selection of colourful Tibetan dances and music  
  Plus&nbsp;a Tibetan fashion show, guest speakers&nbsp;and other very special guest acts.  
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    To see more pictures from the festival visit   Tibet Society's photo album on Facebook  .    
  
  
  Dalai Lama&rsquo;s 75th birthday: Tibet festival in the Park  Saturday 3rd July 2010 12 noon - 6.00pm  
  On Saturday 3rd July, the Geraldine Mary Harmsworth Park (next to the Imperial War Museum and very near to the Tibetan Peace Garden that was opened by the Dalai Lama in 1999) will be buzzing with musicians, entertainers and performers from Tibet and around the world along with an array of Tibetan and other stalls, Tibetan food and more.   Download the flyer for 2010's festival   here  &nbsp; Admission free. Donations very welcome ...     or become an angel!      
    Geraldine Mary Harmsworth Park, London SE1 6HZ (next to Imperial War Museum)    
  Park entrances: St Georges Road, Lambeth Road, Kennington Road SE1  Nearest tubes: Lambeth North/Elephant and Castle  Bus: 3, 12, 53, 148, 453, C10, 344, 360, 59, 159.  Car: No designated car parking area.  Bike: There are cycle racks by the sports pavilion and at the main entrance to the museum.  
          http://www.multimap.com/s/gGHpc951      
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    This festival was organised by The Tibetan Commemorative Committee   comprising of:   The Office of Tibet:   www.dalailama.com   | Tibetan Community in Britain:   www.tibetancommunityuk.org   | Tibet Society:   www.tibetsociety.com    
    For further details please call Tibet Society on 020 7272 1414 or email   philippa@tibetsociety.com      
      
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    To see more pictures from the festival visit   Tibet Society's photo album on Facebook  .    
  If you are interested in sponsoring next year's festival please contact Philippa on 020 7272 1414 or   philippa@tibetsociety.com      
  
  
  
  Be an angel ... support our Tibet festival and help make it an annual celebration ...  
  Hosted by the Tibetan Commemorative Committee, this free festival celebrates the life and ideals of the Dalai Lama and showcase traditions and culture of Tibet. However, although the Commemorative Committee has an abundance of enthusiasm, good will and commitment to making the event a great day out for everyone, they do not have much in the way of funds!  
    Tibet Relief Fund   is delighted to be one of the supporters of the Festival and is inviting friends, old and new, to also help in enabling the Festival to become an annual event by becoming an angel ... all donations received will go towards supporting the festival and showcasing performances, workshops and exhibitions of Tibetan culture and traditions.  
    You can donate online through: on   www.justgiving.com/TibetFestival2010     or call Tibet Relief Fund on: 020 7272 1414.    
  If you would like to sponsor a specific workshop or activity, please contact Philippa on the above number or email&nbsp;  philippa@tibetsociety.com    ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 21 May 2010 09:13:50 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.dalailamabirthday.org.uk/home/sponsors/</link><guid>http://www.dalailamabirthday.org.uk/home/sponsors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What&#039;s On]]></title><description><![CDATA[    To see more pictures from the festival visit   Tibet Society's photo album on Facebook  .    
      At 2010's Birthday celebrations there was:  
  
  Dramatic traditional sacred Buddhist dances by the Tashi Lhunpo monks of Tibet   
  Mongolian overtone chanting by Michael Ormiston and Candida Valentino  
  Colourful Tibetan dances and music from the Tibetan Community in Britain dance group   
  Parade of Tibetan costumes  
  Tibetan tea in a traditional Tibetan nomadic tent  
  An exhibition illustrating the history of Tibetan medicine and traditional herbs   
  The opportunity to&nbsp; write personal birthday messages to the Dalai Lama on a windhorse (paper prayer flag)  
  A variety of workshops to discover some of the colourful and distinct traditions of Tibet including the art of the sand mandala, overtone singing, butter sculptures, traditional Tibetan songs  
  Children&rsquo;s activities include face painting and making prayer flags and yak puppets  
  Tibetan food   
  Plus other very special guest acts  
  
  This festival was organised by The Tibetan Commemorative Committee comprising of:   The Office of Tibet:   www.dalailama.com     Tibetan Community in Britain:   www.tibetancommunityuk.org    Tibet Society:   www.tibetsociety.com    ]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 21 May 2010 09:04:11 +0000</pubDate><link>http://www.dalailamabirthday.org.uk/home/whats-on/</link><guid>http://www.dalailamabirthday.org.uk/home/whats-on/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tenzin Gyatso - the 14th Dalai Lama of Tibet]]></title><description><![CDATA[      
      His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, is both the head of state and the spiritual leader of Tibet. He was born on 6 July 1935, to a farming family, in a small hamlet located in Taktser, Amdo, northeastern Tibet. At the age of two the child, who was named Lhamo Dhondup at that time was recognised as the reincarnation of the 13th Dalai Lama, Thubten Gyatso, who had passed away in 1933. The Dalai Lamas are believed to be manifestations of   Avalokiteshvara   or   Chenrezig  , the Bodhisattva of Compassion and patron saint of Tibet. The Dalai Lama assumed full temporal powers on 17th November 1950.       
      Fifty-one years after His Holiness the Dalai Lama&rsquo;s escape to India, the Dalai Lama is today one of the world&rsquo;s most respected leaders. People the world over find much inspiration from his talks on Buddhist philosophy, peace, compassion, forgiveness and universal responsibility. His Holiness the Dalai Lama has also been presented with numerous awards, including the Nobel Peace Prize in 1989, for leading the non-violent struggle for the rights of the Tibetan people and for his efforts to promote global peace and the environment.      
      The Dalai Lama&rsquo;s three main commitment in life are the promotion of human values, the promotion of religious harmony and his work for Tibet.      
      On the level of a human being, His Holiness Dalai Lama    &rsquo;    s first commitment is the promotion of human values such as compassion, forgiveness, tolerance, contentment and self-discipline.      
      As a religious practitioner, the Dalai Lama    &rsquo;    s second commitment is the promotion of religious harmony and understanding among the world's major religious traditions.      
      As a Tibetan and carrying the name of the Dalai Lama, His Holiness the Dalai Lama    &rsquo;    s third commitment is to the Tibetan issue.     His Holiness feels that he has a moral responsibility to work for the Tibet issue because of the Tibetan people's faith and trust in him. He wishes to pursue this commitment until the day of return to Tibet, following a resolution to the Tibetan problem.       
      For further information on His Holiness the Dalai Lama, see:      
          www.dalailama.com             (The official website of the Office of His Holiness the Dalai Lama)       
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