A weekend with Dr Tony Richardson - May 2012

Dr Tony Richardson is a renowned Somatic Psychiatrist and Tibetan Buddhist practitioner. 

On 5th and 6th May 2012 Dr Tony will lead a weekend of teaching and practice at St Paul's Seminary in Kensington where all funds we dedicated towards those in need in Kyegu. 

Dr Tony held a similar weekend in October 2011 and his generosity is greatly appreciated to hold another weekend in 2012 - to not only help those in need overseas, but also to help many people here in Australia during the weekend.

Learn practices to stabilise feelings & emotions, that can help in relationships & everyday living. This can extend to provide ground and stability for spiritual practice.

Beginners, experienced students are free to participate in exercises or watch & learn.

Date: 10am-5pm Sat 5th, Sun 6th May 2012

Venue: St Paul’s Seminary, 1 Roma St Kensington

Bookings/enquiries: email deputydirector@kyegurelief.org or telephone Scott on 0401 052972

Price: book before 31 March and pay only $300 (price will go up to $330 on 1st April)

Previous events: 

Art Exhibition & Film Night - held in April/July 2011

A documentary on contemporary Sydney artist Jayne Shephard's moving art exhibition "impermanence: expressions of Kyegu, Tibet" was held at TAP Gallery on 29 July 2011 to celebrate TAP's 22nd anniversary. Jayne's exhibition had first opened at the TAP Gallery on 14 April 2011 - being the first anniversary of the tragedy. It was an extended exhibition due to popular demand and was also featured in the Sydney Morning Herald's Spectrum section. See artist's statement. The documentary made about Jayne's exhibition, the journey to Tibet, Tibetan culture and the purpose of exhibition through art is a tribute to the Tibetan people. Sincerest thanks to Leslie Dimmick and all at TAP Gallery and to filmmaker Chofo Castaneda. 

Dinner for Children at Nilgiri's Indian Restaurant - June 2011

A dinner was be held to support the orphaned and disadvantaged children of Kyegu at the award-winning Nilgiri's Indian Restaurant on 18 June 2011. Funds raised go towards providing the children with education, shelter, medicine and clothing. The night featured Bollywood dancing and great raffle prizes. We sincerely thank Ajoy and his team at Nilgiri's Indian Restaurant for their generosity, without which this event would not be possible. We also thank Platinum Indian Entertainment, Reg Mombassa, Chris Sumner, Jayne Shephard and Vasi Alvanos for their donations.

Quake Aid: Concert for Tibet - Nov 2010

The inaugural concert for victims, "Quake Aid: Concert for Tibet", was held on 27 November 2010 at Dee Why beach in Sydney. The event featured international artists, Tibetan dancers, kids activities and food stalls. Many thanks to our wonderful sponsors and supporters, the talented artists who appeared and all the volunteers who made the day the excellent event it was, including Reg Mombassa and Peter O'Doherty from 'Dog Trumpet' and Midnight Oil's Jim Moginie (pictured).  

Simon Tedeschi - July 2010

"An Evening with Simon Tedeschi for Earthquake Victims" was held at Sydney's Piano Room on 10 July 2010. Mr Tedeschi was accompanied by renowned Ukrainian violinist Mariia Gorkun. The moving evening raised awareness of the tragedy and it was a pleasure to have one of Australian's finest classical pianists perform.