http://www.tea-circle.com/forum Tea PASSAGE Forum en http://backend.userland.com/rss http://www.tea-circle.com/forum/view_topic.php?pid=57#57 57@http://www.tea-circle.com/forum Topic: Anyone Interested in Tea in Central New York? Message: There are a number of people in central New York doing Urasenke tea. There will be a tea conference at Dai Bosatsu Zendo in the Catskills in June (information about it is on the Tea Passage website), and several New York tea people will be there. I will try to find out if someone is in or near Syracuse. Thu, 09 Apr 2009 22:43:05 -0700 http://www.tea-circle.com/forum/view_topic.php?pid=53#53 53@http://www.tea-circle.com/forum Topic: Anyone Interested in Tea in Central New York? Message: Hello Barbara,I dearly wish we could share tea regularly.  It is a long way from Syracuse to Portland, however, if you are ever passing through, please contact me to share a bowl of tea.Margie Sat, 07 Mar 2009 13:17:25 -0800 http://www.tea-circle.com/forum/view_topic.php?pid=52#52 52@http://www.tea-circle.com/forum Topic: Anyone Interested in Tea in Central New York? Message: Hi. I am way way way way out of practice, and never made it very far in Urasenke tea studies to begin with. However, I would dearly love to find people for regular tea practices in Central New York. Specifically, I am currently located in Syracuse. I do have a variety of elementary dogu which we can use. Fri, 06 Mar 2009 12:07:56 -0800 http://www.tea-circle.com/forum/view_topic.php?pid=45#45 45@http://www.tea-circle.com/forum Topic: Oregon reads Stubborn Twig Message: The Stubborn Twig, by Laruren Kessler is the story of the Yasui family making their way in America through the generations including the Japanese internment. This book is the official selection for Oregon Reads 2009, which is a community reads program that will take place in nearly every public library and in every county in Oregon during the state's sesquicentennial, January through April of 2009. As a result of this, there are many Japanese cultural events scheduled through the libraries, cultural and recreational centers to foster an understanding of the Japanese culture.Issoan Tea School will be giving lectures and demonstrations as part of this cultural education.• Cornelius Public library, Saturday Feb. 21 at 1:00 pm.• Lake Oswego Parks and Rec. Japanese Market, Saturday Feb. 28th at 10:30, 1:00 and 3:00 pm• Driftwood Public Library, Lincoln City, Sunday March 1, 3:00 pmPlease join us for a sweet and a bowl of tea. Sun, 01 Feb 2009 10:50:41 -0800 http://www.tea-circle.com/forum/view_topic.php?pid=36#36 36@http://www.tea-circle.com/forum Topic: Dr. Genshitsu Sen visits Seattle May 11, 2008 Message: looks real interesting. i didnt know he was the japan-u.n. goodwill ambassador!thanks for posting this - i will post information on the event on the tea circle website itself soon Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:27:54 -0700 http://www.tea-circle.com/forum/view_topic.php?pid=26#26 26@http://www.tea-circle.com/forum Topic: Dr. Genshitsu Sen visits Seattle May 11, 2008 Message: Dr. Genshitsu Sen, former Grand Master of the Urasenke tradition of Tea, to Visit Seattle, May 11, 2008The University of Washington and the Seattle Asian Art Museum will host a special visit by the former Grand Master Sen (Hounsai Soshitsu XV) Genshitsu of the renowned Urasenke Tradition of the Way of Tea. The Urasenke Tea Tradition traces its origins to Japan’s seminal 16th century tea master Sen Rikyu. In his third visit to Seattle, Dr. Sen will present a Lecture at the University of Washington and a Lecture and Demonstration of the Way of Tea at the Seattle Asian Art MuseumTea is known to people worldwide, but nowhere has it contributed as much to the cultural milieu as in Japan, where the preparation and drinking of tea, in a special form called Matcha (powdered green tea blended with hot water), became the basis for a profound spiritual and aesthetic discipline that has had a pervasive impact on Japanese civilization. The Urasenke Chado tradition has stood firmly by the principles of Harmony, Respect, Purity, and Tranquility for over four centuries since Sen Rikyu’s time.Genshitsu Sen, the father of current Urasenke Grand Master, Zabosai Soshitsu Sen XVI, was Urasenke Grand Master for 38 years (1964-2002) and is widely known as a global-minded promoter of the culture embraced by Chado and of world peace. He has traveled abroad on more than 250 occasions to spread the peaceful ideals represented in Chado. Since September 2005, he has been serving as Japan-U.N. Goodwill Ambassador, a position he was appointed to by the Japanese Government.Public Events:Lecture "Peace through a Bowl of Tea-- the Spirit of Tea”Monday, May 12, 2:30-4:00 PM, UW Henry Art Gallery AuditoriumPreceded by Reception with Japanese TeaMonday, May 12, 1:00-2:15 PM, UW Henry Art Gallery Baci Café. Free tickets can be picked up in person at the Henry Art Gallery front desk starting Tuesday, April 15. Limit 4 per person. For ticketing please call 206.616.4294.Lecture-Demonstration “Chado as a World Art Form, -- a Vision of Peace”Tuesday, May 13, 3:00-4:30 PM, Seattle Asian Art Museum Stimpson Auditorium, followed by Reception with Japanese Tea Tuesday, May 13, 4:30-5:30 PM, Seattle Asian Art Museum Alvord Board Room. For reservations call 206.324.1483 or email b@urasenkeseattle.org Mon, 03 Mar 2008 15:05:32 -0800 http://www.tea-circle.com/forum/view_topic.php?pid=25#25 25@http://www.tea-circle.com/forum Topic: Public Tea Demonstration Message: For anyone living in the metropolitan Philadelphia area, I'll be doing two public Tea Demonstrations at Longwood Gardens in Kennet Square, PA, on February 23 and 24 at 3:00PM. These demos are part of the Camellia Festival. Mon, 04 Feb 2008 07:31:41 -0800 http://www.tea-circle.com/forum/view_topic.php?pid=22#22 22@http://www.tea-circle.com/forum Topic: I am looking to get together with other tea students in Marin. Message: Hi, Thanks for posting. I am even more of a beginner than you. I just became interested in tea and have made the commitment to learn as much as possible. I would love to meet and share tea resources and enjoy tea. sustainableglory4@remove-this.yahoo.com  I live in Greenbrae. Mon, 10 Dec 2007 11:32:50 -0800 http://www.tea-circle.com/forum/view_topic.php?pid=21#21 21@http://www.tea-circle.com/forum Topic: Introduction to Japanese Tea Ceremony Message: New class beginning January 13Where: Issoan Tea School, Portland, ORWhen: Sundays 1:30-3:00 for 10 weeksContact: Margie Yap 503-645-7058 Email: margie@remove-this.issoantea.comAn overview of Japanese aesthetics found in gardening, architecture, art and literature and how Tea Ceremony has influenced Japanese culture will be presented.  Also covered are tea ceramics, calligraphy, kimono dressing, and participate in an incense ceremony. We will also learn zazen meditation and discuss how to put tea practice into every day life. Tue, 20 Nov 2007 13:06:29 -0800 http://www.tea-circle.com/forum/view_topic.php?pid=17#17 17@http://www.tea-circle.com/forum Topic: Tea Presentation: Thursday, September 6, 2007 Message: Issoan Tea will be presenting Tea Ceremony for the First Thursday art night September 6, from 6:00-7:30. Free and open to the public. Come join us for a bowl of teaLocation:Daiichi International Inc.925 NW LovejoyPortland, OR 97209 Tue, 04 Sep 2007 13:44:50 -0700 http://www.tea-circle.com/forum/view_topic.php?pid=16#16 16@http://www.tea-circle.com/forum Topic: I am looking to get together with other tea students in Marin. Message: That's great that you have an interest in discussing tea. Remember discussing tea is exactly what this forum is for!What interests or intrigues you? Post questions in "The Tea Ceremony" section of the forum. For example, post a topic under philosophy and see what responses you get.Or, I suggest you 'create an event' and invite people (no one is going to invite themselves into your home :angel:), perhaps at a coffee shop or something.Thanks for your post and please continue to check back as the more you participate, more will follow. Tue, 04 Sep 2007 13:04:26 -0700 http://www.tea-circle.com/forum/view_topic.php?pid=15#15 15@http://www.tea-circle.com/forum Topic: I am looking to get together with other tea students in Marin. Message: I am still at a beginner’s level, but would enjoy meeting with students of all levels. I live alone so I really do not have anyone to share, or discus tea with, and I am sure there are others in the same position. if you would like to get together for some tea socializing let me know. Sun, 19 Aug 2007 09:57:31 -0700 http://www.tea-circle.com/forum/view_topic.php?pid=14#14 14@http://www.tea-circle.com/forum Topic: Introduction to Japanese Tea Ceremony Message: Portland Community CollegeLocation: Westview High SchoolTuesdays 9/25-11/13 from 7:00 - 8:30 pm.Course number 47108 Contact PCC 503-977-4933Register onlineAn overview of Japanese aesthetics found in gardening, architecture, art and literature and how Tea Ceremony has influenced Japanese culture will be presented.  Also covered are tea ceramics, calligraphy, kimono dressing, and participate in an incense ceremony. We will also learn zazen meditation and discuss how to put tea practice into every day life. Wed, 15 Aug 2007 22:38:51 -0700 http://www.tea-circle.com/forum/view_topic.php?pid=13#13 13@http://www.tea-circle.com/forum Topic: Portland Japanese Garden, August 18, 2007 Message: August 18, 2007, 1:00 and 2:00 pm at the Japanese Tea House.Join us in the Tea Garden of the Japanese Garden for a demonstration of tea prepared by Ka Shin Tei Kai. Tea ceremony demonstrations are offered at the Garden on the third Saturday of every summer month at 1:00 pm and 2:00 pm. Free with admission to the Garden.Call 503-223-1321 or email japanesegarden@remove-this.japanesegarden.com Sat, 04 Aug 2007 00:46:44 -0700 http://www.tea-circle.com/forum/view_topic.php?pid=12#12 12@http://www.tea-circle.com/forum Topic: Portland Tea presentation: Thursday August 2, 2007 Message: Issoan Tea will be presenting Tea Ceremony for the First Thursday art night August 2  from 6:00-7:30. Free and open to the public. Come join us for a bowl of teaLocation: Daiichi International Inc.925 NW LovejoyPortland, OR 97209 Wed, 01 Aug 2007 18:44:01 -0700