About AnandaAnanda is Sanskrit for “joy.”

We’re one of the largest and oldest meditation centers in northern California. Thousands in the Bay Area have learned meditation from Ananda over the past 40 years. Our approach is spiritual, and not limited to any one faith.

Ananda is one of the largest centers in the world for the t e a c h i ng s o f Par am h ans a Yogananda (pictured above), author of the spiritual classic, Autobiography of a Yogi. We offer a weekly Sunday service and a full calendar of classes and special events nearly every day of the week. See inside for more. Or explore www.AnandaPaloAlto.org.

Ananda was founded by a close, direct disciple of Yogananda, Swami Kriyananda, who devoted more than 60 years to sharing his guru’s teachings with the public.

Ananda’s spiritual roots are India’s ancient science of Raja Yoga, a comprehensive way of life and philosophy that offers techniques and devotional practices for spiritual awakening.

Classes & Events October ‘15 – January ‘16

Ananda Palo AltoA place of awakening

The portable paradise within... In a recent study, 67% of men chose to give themselves an electric shock

as a distraction, rather than sit in silence for 15 minutes. (Science, July, 2014)

No wonder that people are glancing at smartphones whenever they

have a free moment. Instant distraction is both available and the norm.

We never need to be alone with our own thoughts.

But research is just a reminder of something we know, deep down. We

need to learn how to reconnect — with something that is real. Ourselves.

Or as the ancient yogis would say, our Selves. The answers to life’s most

important questions lie within. Despite what our phone may promise.

Explore meditation for its power to enhance your health and mental

well-being, documented in over a thousand clinical studies. Beyond the

myriad of health benefits, it brings contentment (rare virtue!), inner peace,

creativity, well-being, and joy.

Or learn to meditate for its true purpose — as a powerful spiritual

practice. Discover what Yogananda calls “the portable paradise within.”

Well-known meditators

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Thursdays a Meditation

“Be still and know.” (Psalm 46:10) “The kingdom of God is within you,” says Jesus. Why do saints urge us inward, while the world does its best to pull the other way? Learn meditation and find out. Deepen your spiritual life profoundly with this essential practice. Or learn meditation for stress relief and enhanced health. Thousands have learned to meditate in Ananda classes over the past 40 years.

Learn to MeditateThursdays class series 7:30 pmOct 1-15 (3 weeks), Shanti, $45Nov 5-19 (3 weeks), Rammurti & Sita, $45Dec 3-17 (3 weeks), Steven, $45Jan 7-28 (4 weeks), Shanti, $60

We also offer Saturday-only sessions: 10/31, 12/12, 11/21, 1/30, 10 am-1 pm, $30

Tuesdays a Book study

Asha teaches on Tuesday nights when she is not traveling. It’s a rare opportunity to study the art and science of Yoga with one of Ananda’s most popular teachers.

Conversations with YoganandaTuesdays, Oct 27-Nov 24, Jan 12-26 7:30 pm, $15/class (ongoing class) drop-ins welcome

Yogananda placed Kriyananda, at the age of 22, in charge of the monks, and gave him advice for their spiritual development. He was often present when Yogananda spoke privately with other close disciples, when he received visitors and answered their questions, and when he was dictating and discussing his writings. Swami has meditated deeply on these experiences over the course of his nearly 65 years as a disciple, and shares them in this remarkable collection of Conversations with Yogananda. (See“Nayaswami Asha’s YouTube channel” for previous classes)

In-Depth Class Series

Harmonium for BeginnersTuesdays, Oct 6-20, 7:30 pm, $45This hands-on class will help beginners learn to play harmonium and chant on their own or with others. (No previous musical experience necessary.) Tandava Waldon

Creating an Abundant LifeWednesdays, Oct 14-28, 6-9:30 pm, $45Thoughts, attitudes, and emotions affect our life far than most of us realize. Explore the power of affirmation on the mind, how to attune to subtle energy, how to calm the body, focus the mind and direct the will to create a more abundant life.Rammurti, Sita, Saranya

The Saints: Those Who Walked with GodWednesdays, Nov 4-18, 7:30 pm, $45The saints are sources of inspiration and truth for spiritual seekers. Immerse in the extraordinary stories of St. Francis, St. Theresa, and Anandamayi Ma — their discipleship and selfless service to God. Shanti Rubenstone, MD

Art & Science of Raja YogaWednesdays, Jan 6-Mar 31, 6-9 pm, $350Raja Yoga offers a scientific approach to spirituality, with techniques for stilling the mind and expanding our awareness. Learn techniques for self-mastery in ev-ery aspect of life, from calming turbulent emotions to awakening deep compassion and love for others. Each class begins at 6 pm with an hour of gentle hatha yoga postures followed by a pot-luck and class discussion.

Advanced Meditation & Kriya Yoga Preparation G o d e e p e r i n t o t h e practice and experience of meditation. If you wish, Meditation 2 through 6 classes can lead to receiving Kriya Yoga, the sacred technique described by Yogananda in Autobiography of a Yogi.

Ananda Yoga CenterAnanda Yoga combines the best of a revitalizing workout with

a gentle, inward approach.

Mon Gentle Yoga ........9:30 am Calm Mind ..............6 pm

Tue Level 1-2 .............9:30 am

Wed Level 1-2 .............9:30 am Level 1-2 ..................6 pm

Fri Gentle Yoga ........9:30 am

Sat Fundamentals ....9:30 am

Complete yoga calendar AnandaPaloAlto.org / Yoga

our most popular class

Welcome & Orientation for NewcomersWednesdays: 10/14, 10/28, 11/11 12/9, 1/13, 1/27, 7:30 pmCome hear a little about Ananda’s teachings, offerings, and roots in a casual setting. All questions welcome.

Events in brown: Ananda Temple & Teaching Center • 2171 El Camino • Palo Alto Purple: Ananda Community • 240 Monroe Drive, Mountain View Green: Ananda Valley Farm • 1050 Frenchmans Creek Road • Half Moon Bay

Fridays a Kirtan

Join in an evening of sacred chanting. Chanting has the power to transform and uplift the soul, and to open the heart. Most chants are simple to learn, so you’ll be able to join in easily your first time. Words are provided. We’ll sing many beautiful chants in English, as well as some Indian chants accom-panied by harmonium and guitar.

1st & 3rd Fridays 7:30 pm, free(no kirtan 12/18 & 1/1 due to holidays)

Saturdays a Classes

Saturday classes are single-topic classes covering the entire range of the spiritual life: meditation, inner guidance, how to spiritualize your relationships, effective prayer, and more. Saturday session are 10 am-1 pm unless noted.

Oct 10 Yoga & the 12 Steps (11/14, 12/12)Oct 10 How to Be A True ChannelOct 17 Affirmation & TransformationOct 24 How to Receive Spiritual Power

from Your Teacher Oct 31 Spiritual MarriageNov 7 Death & Grief: A Spiritual JourneyNov 21 Superconscious Attitudes for SuccessDec 5 Relationships & the ChakrasDec 12 Top 50 Sanskrit WordsJan 9 Healing Power of SoundJan 16 Seclusion: Quickest Way to GodJan 23 How to Know & Trust Your

Inner GuidanceJan 30 Mystical Teachings of the BibleLearn to Meditate: 10/31, 11/21, 12/12, 1/30

Ananda Valley Farm Workdays Saturdays 10/10 a 11/7 a 1/9 9:30-1:30Special events at the Farm Sat 1/23 Healing Retreat, 10 am-4:30 pm

Holidays a Celebrations

Thanksgiving Service Thursday, Nov 26, 10 am Service Banquet and entertainment, noon

Party! for EastWest Bookshop Tuesday, Dec 1, 7:30 pm 324 Castro Street, downtown Mountain View Shower some love on one of the oldest and largest metaphysical bookstores in the world, on its 35th birthday.

Annual Christmas Concert Sunday, Dec 6, 12:15 pm (lunch 11:30)

Eight-hour Meditation Saturday, Dec 19, 10 am-6 pm An annual tradition of Yogananda’s: “The soul loves to meditate.”

Caroling Party Sunday, Dec 20, 6 pm

Christmas Eve Thursday, Dec 24, 7:30 pm (Meditation 5-7)Angels, shepherds, kings, and heavenly music adorn this sacred evening, with a candlelight ceremony at the feet of the baby Jesus. Christmas Day Family Service Friday, Dec 25, noon, Banquet 1:30 pmJesus’s birth magically come to life on stage as Asha narrates. For children especially, but a favorite for many adults.

New Year’s Eve Thursday, Dec 31, 7:30 pm (Meditation 5-7)What are your hopes and aspirations for the coming year? Burn up and release the energy of the past, and give strength to your positive resolutions.

Yogananda’s Birthday Tuesday, Jan 5, 7:30 pm (Meditation 5-7)Stories of the great Yogi’s life, music, and flower offerings at the altar.

Saturdays a Farm

Sunday mornings at Ananda are joyful, music-filled, and relevant. If you have been uninspired by most church services, you may find this one refreshingly intelligent and heart-warming. Newcomers welcome. Drop in any time.

10 am Sunday Service child care provided 9 am Meditation / fire ceremony

Service is inspired by the meditation tradition of the East and the ancient teachings of mystical Christianity. It begins with a short period of chanting and meditation, readings from the Bhagavad Gita and Bible, a sermon, and a ceremony called the Festival of Light.

Family Worship service 1st Saturday each month, 10 am

Sunday Worship

Events in brown: Ananda Temple & Teaching Center • 2171 El Camino • Palo Alto Purple: Ananda Community • 240 Monroe Drive, Mountain View Green: Ananda Valley Farm • 1050 Frenchmans Creek Road • Half Moon Bay

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All Classes & Events a October ‘15-January ‘16 a www.AnandaPaloAlto.orgWeekday classes & events begin at 7:30 pm and Saturday classes are 10 am–1 pm unless noted. See the web to register or to learn more. The easiest place to begin is “Calendar” or “Classes.” Register and prepay online for a 10% discount

Brown: Ananda Temple, 2171 El Camino, Palo Alto Green: Ananda Valley Farm, 1050 Frenchmans Creek Road, Half Moon Bay Purple: Ananda Community, 240 Monroe, Mountain View

MEDITATION TRAININGThursdays Learn to Meditate (3-4 weeks)

10/1-15 a 11/5-19 a 12/3-17 a 1/7-28Saturday Learn to Meditate (Saturday only) 10/31 a 11/21 a 12/12 a 1/30Thursdays Meditation 2: Energy 11/5-19 a 1/7-28

HOLIDAYS & SPECIAL EVENTSSun 11/22 Annual Craft Fair, 11:30 amThu 11/26 Thanksgiving Service, 10 am Banquet & Entertainment, noon Tue 12/1 Party for EastWest Bookshop! 324 Castro Street, Mountain ViewSun 12/6 Christmas Concert, 12:15 pmSat 12/19 Eight-hour Meditation, 10 am-6 pmSun 12/20 Caroling & Party, 6 pmThu 12/24 Christmas Eve Service Meditation 5-7, Program 7:30 pmFri 12/25 Christmas Day Family Service, noon Banquet, 1:30 pmThu 12/31 New Year’s Eve Service Meditation 5-7, Program 7:30 pmTue 1/5 Yogananda’s Birthday Meditation 5-7, Program 7:30 pm

HEALING2nd Sat Yoga & the 12 Steps (ends Dec 12)Sat 10/17 Affirmation: Key to TransformationSat 11/7 Death & Grief : A Spiritual JourneySat 1/9 Healing Power of Sound

PRACTICAL SPIRITUALITYTue 10/14-28 Creating an Abundant Life10/27-1/26 Conversations with YoganandaSat 10/31 Spiritual MarriageSat 11/7 Death & Grief: A Spiritual JourneySat 11/21 Superconscious Attitudes for SuccessSat 12/5 Relationships & the ChakrasWed 1/6-3/31 The Art & Science of Raja Yoga Sat 1/23 Know & Trust Your Inner Guidance

MUSIC1st & 3rd Fri Kirtan: Evening of ChantingTue 10/6-20 Harmonium for Beginners Sat 11/14 Kirtan with Mangalananda, 7 pm Sun 12/6 Christmas Concert, 12:15 pm Thu 12/24 Christmas Eve Service. 7:30 pmFri 12/25 Christmas Day for Families, noon

RAJA YOGA (the tenets of Yoga) Sat 10/10 How to Be a True Channel Sat 10/17 Affirmation: Key to Transformation10/27-1/26 Conversations with YoganandaSat 10/24 How to Receive Spiritual Power from Your TeacherWed 11/4-18 Saints Who Walked with God Sat 12/12 Top 50 Sanskrit WordsWed 1/6-3/31 The Art & Science of Raja Yoga Our most popular courseSat 1/16 Seclusion: Quickest Way to GodSat 1/30 Mystic Teachings of the Bible

WORSHIPSunday Meditation/Fire Ceremony, 9 am Sunday Sunday Service, 10 am 1st Sat Family Service, 10 am

ANANDA VALLEY FARMMonthly Workdays: 9:30 am-1:30 pm Sat 10/10 a Sat 11/7 a Sat 1/9

Sat 1/23 Healing Retreat, 10 am-4:30 pm

Welcome/Orientation for NewcomersWednesdays, 10/14, 10/28, 11/11

12/9, 1/13, 1/27, 7:30 pm

See Yoga online for our complete calendar

Ananda is Sanskrit for “joy”