(Paddlers are making the following event possible by serving as on-water
ushers)
We are having the Floating Lighted Lanterns Ceremony again this year. It is
the ceremony which is related to the Buddhist event of Ullambana (Obon) in
July and August. We show our respect to those who have gone before us in the
past. People write their loved ones name with some messages. You are all
invited to join us and possibly write your loved one's name and messages.
They can be the ones who have died recently or died over 20 years ago. It is
a peaceful and beautiful traditional event in Japan, not only Buddhists but
other people participate.
T. Kenjitsu Nakagaki, Rev. (TK)
New York Buddhist Temple
212-678-0305
Floating Lighted Lanterns Ceremony (Toro Nagashi)
Date & Time :Tuesday, July 15, 2003 at 8pm-10pm
(Rain Day: Friday, August 15)
Place: Hudson River Park, Pier 26
(West St. and North Moore St., NYC)
7:30 pm- Making lanterns (writing messages, and assembling)
8pm - Ceremony (Drumming, Meditation, Chanting, Greetings etc.)
8:45pm- (floating lighted lanterns to the Hudson River)
Sponsored by
New York Buddhist Church
Buddhist Council of New York
Interfaith Center of New York
NY de Volunteer
Directions:
Take the #1/9, 2, or 3 train to Chambers Street, go west to the river, then
six blocks North along the esplanade.
Take the A, C, or E subway to Canal St. , go west to the river, then 5
blocks South along the esplanade.
Parking is not permitted anywhere on Pier 26, but there is usually free
street parking available across the highway in TriBeCa during the weekend,
and in the evening. There are also a number of parking garages in the
neighborhood.
BACKGROUND FROM LAST YEAR:
http://www.nydevolunteer.org/activities/2002.07.16_tourou_e.html
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