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Nature’s Embrace is a three‑day residential retreat inviting you to rediscover freedom by opening to your innate wisdom through Buddhist meditation, Dharma teachings, and devotional chanting (kirtan).

Nature’s Embrace

May 22-25, 2026

Buddhist Meditation and Devotional Chanting in Ojai, California

Diamond Temple Retreat Center, Ojai, CA

With Chandra Easton and special musical guests, In collaboration with Synchrony Labs

With Chandra Easton

An Embodied Path of Compassion and Essential Self-Esteem
A healing journey into Tara practice that awakens inner courage, protection, and compassionate presence.
Registration is now open, early bird pricing is available for a limited time. We invite you to save your spot today.

Courageous Heart

Course Begins on Feburary 2nd, 2026

The Healing Power Of Tara Practice

An online Lion’s Roar Course

Presented by Lion’s Roar

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With Chandra Easton and Eve Ekman

This workshop welcomes all who long to deepen emotional wisdom, savor joy, and rest in true equanimity. No prior meditation experience is required — only an open heart and curious spirit.

The Mandala of Emotion

April 13–17, 2026

Where Science Meets the Sacred

Esalen Institute, Big Sur, CA

With Chandra Easton & Special Guests

Join us for an evening where the echoes of ancient wisdom resonate through community practice, guiding us toward the realization of our true nature and the profound understanding of emptiness.

Echoes of Emptiness kirtan

April 19, 2026

Community Kirtan & Healing Chöd ritual

Berkeley Alembic, CA, US

Philosophy & Meditation Practices of Vajrayana

This yearlong immersion offers an experiential introduction to Buddhist Tantra, suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners. Guided by a qualified teacher, it emphasizes embodied practice and direct realization beyond conceptual understanding.

Foundations of Nondual Buddhist Tantra

A Yearlong Dharma Immersion With Chandra Easton

Postponed, new dates coming soon for Fall 2026

With The 21 Taras Collective

Live Concert In Encinitas, CA – Virtual Live Broadcast Online

In person is sold out but online tickets still available.

Krishna Das in Concert

May 16, 2026, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Location: Tara Mandala Retreat Center, Colorado USA

An Afternoon with the 21 Taras Collective

Join Nina Rao, Genevieve Walker, and Lopön Chandra Easton — the trio behind the 21 Taras Collective — for an afternoon of mantra, music, and devotion celebrating their debut album, Mantra Mala Vol. 1.
Whether you are new to Tara practice or a longtime devotee, all voices and all levels of experience are welcome. Come ready to chant, listen, and let the Taras in.

Sound of the Goddess

May 17th, 3-5:30 pm - $60

Mantra, Music & the 21 Taras

Yoga on State, 2697 State St, Carlsbad, CA

With Dr. Robert Svoboda, Krishna Das, Nina Rao, Chandra Easton , Michele Loew , John Campbell, Robert A.F. Thurman

Join the third reunion of this usually far-flung all-star gathering of teachers and practitioners of Indic yogic sciences and spiritual traditions!

Vajra Yoga Mahasiddha Reunion 2026

May 28 - June 04, 2026

Location: MENLA, Phoenicia, NY

With Chandra Easton

During this retreat, you’ll be invited to immerse yourself in your own innate wisdom to rediscover your freedom. Through Buddhist meditation, mindful movement, and time in nature, you’ll explore the spontaneous creative essence within you.

Being Natural: A Meditation Retreat

June 15–19, 2026

Location: Esalen Institute, Big Sur, CA

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With Dorje Lopön Chandra Easton, Lopön Karla Jackson-Brewer MS, Nina Rao, Spring Washam and special guest, Lama Tsultrim Allione and Khenpo Tsewang Dongyal Rinpoche

We welcome students to join this program at any point within the first year of the series! Recordings will be available for students to join at their own pace. The transmission (Tib. lung) of the practices will be given at various times throughout the course.
Open Registration, Join Anytime!

Embodying the Innate Wisdom and Compassion of the Twenty One Taras

October 11, 2025 - December 11, 2027

Location: Online Event Hosted By Tara Mandala

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