News ! Shumei International Institute

Greetings friends,

This coming Sunday May 13, the Shumei International Institute will hold its Monthly Sampai for May 2012.  Late last year we changed the schedule slightly to offer people interested the opportunity to view a short ‘Shumei News’ video that is shown at the monthly Sampai at our headquarters Misono in Japan.  We will begin this short (typically about 10 minutes) video this month at 10:30 AM.  For people who would like to see this video news, you will want to be seated in the sanctuary by this time.

We begin the sampai introduction at 10:45 and the formal beginning of the sampai ceremony is at precisely 11:00 AM.  At that time Sensei Alan Imai will lead us in chanting the Amatsunorito and Zengensanji after which he will share the healing light of Jyorei with all those present.  Following Jyorei Sensei Alan Imai will share a presentation about Shumei’s activities and the teachings of our founder Meishusama.   After the Sampai a healthy buffet luncheon with Natural Agriculture and local organic ingredients will be served. The luncheon is by donation.  We hope many of you can join us this Sunday.

The following weekend May 19 – 20, will be Shumei’s 10th anniversary celebration and the Crestone Community Interfaith day.  We will send a separate post with an updated link for more information.

Brilliant Crestone blessings,

Matthew

Greetings friends,

The Shumei International Institute’s 10th Anniversary and the Crestone Community Interfaith Day are coming up on May 19th and 20th.  There is a complete schedule and information about this years events on our website.  We hope you will all join us for some or all of this year’s events.  Please click the link below for more information.

http://www.shumeicrestone.org/10thanniversary/

Brilliant Anniversary Blessings,

Matthew

April 20, Friday

Shumei’s Monthly Free Movie Night hosts “Mr. Holland’s Opus” refreshments provided, 7pm, 256-5284

In 1965, passionate musician Glenn Holland (Richard Dreyfuss) takes a day job as a high school music teacher, convinced it’s just a small obstacle on the road to his true calling: writing a historic opus. As the decades roll by with the composition unwritten but generations of students inspired through his teaching, Holland must redefine his life’s purpose. Dreyfuss earned an Oscar nomination for his outstanding work in this emotional drama.

Greetings friends, 

My apology for the late notice this month.  This coming Sunday, tomorrow April 8, the Shumei International Institute will hold its Monthly Sampai for April 2012.

Late last year we changed the schedule slightly to offer people interested the opportunity to view a short ‘Shumei News’ video that is shown at the monthly Sampai at our headquarters Misono in Japan.  We will begin this short (typically 5-10 minute) video each month at 10:30 AM. For people who would like to see this video news, you will want to be seated in the sanctuary by this time.

We begin the sampai introduction at 10:45 and the formal beginning of the sampai ceremony is at precisely 11:00 AM.  At that time Sensei Alan Imai will lead us in chanting the Amatsunorito and Zengensanji after which he will share the healing light of Jyorei with all those present.  This month following Jyorei Sensei Alan Imai will share news about the opening of the Shumei Institute of Aesthetics, this month in Japan.   After the Sampai a healthy buffet luncheon with Natural Agriculture and local organic ingredients will be served. The luncheon is by donation.  We hope many of you can join us this Sunday.

Brilliant Spring blessings,

Matthew

March’s Free Movie Night is March 23rd at 7pm.

And March brings us “The Buena Vista Social Club.” In this fascinating Oscar-nominated documentary, American guitarist Ry Cooder brings together a group of legendary Cuban folk musicians (some in their 90s) to record a Grammy-winning CD in their native city of Havana. The result is a spectacular compilation of concert footage from the group’s gigs in Amsterdam and New York City’s famed Carnegie Hall, with director Wim Wenders capturing not only the music — but also the musicians’ life stories. Refreshments provided,  256-5284 for more information.

This Friday March 16^th at 7pm Round Mountain will be sharing their blending of dusty American grit with a worldly amalgam of global influences at Shumei International Institute. The Santa Fe-based duo presents a singular take on folk music that is both foreign and familiar. The multi-multi-instrumentalist band of brothers has travelled the globe absorbing bits and pieces of musical cultures, returning to filter them through their own sepia-toned Americana framework. A concert not to miss! $10 suggested donation at the door.      Call 256-5284 or visit www.shumeicrestone.org.

Greetings again my friends,

Beside the mountain bluebirds being a sure sign of Spring.  A few people showing up and

Your Spring Wake Up Call

hour late for our March monthly sampai is another!  Yes, it is time once again to “Spring ahead” and turn your clocks forward one hour before you go to bed Saturday 3/10 night.

This public service announcement brought to you by Shumei & the Bluebird of Happiness

Greetings friends,

The Bluebird of Happiness Returns

It’s official the iconic mountain bluebirds of Crestone have returned.  I saw my first March 1st and a flock of 30 or more on Monday.  A sure sign of Spring!

This coming Sunday March 11th, the Shumei International Institute will hold its Monthly Sampai.  Late last year we changed the schedule slightly to offer people interested the opportunity to view a short ‘Shumei News’ video that is shown at the monthly Sampai at our headquarters Misono in Japan.  This months video news will begin at 10:25 AM.  For people who would like to see this video, you will want to be seated in the sanctuary by this time.

We begin the sampai introduction at 10:40 and the formal beginning of the sampai ceremony is at precisely 11:00 AM.  At that time Sensei Alan Imai will lead us in chanting the Amatsunorito and Zengensanji after which he will share the healing light of Jyorei with all those present.  Following Jyorei Sensei Alan Imai will share a presentation about Shumei’s activities and the teachings of our founder Meishusama.   After the Sampai a healthy buffet luncheon with Natural Agriculture and local organic ingredients will be served. The luncheon is by donation.  We hope many of you can join us this Sunday.

Brilliant Crestone blessings,

Matthew

10 Years in Crestone! Come help us celebrate!

Please also let us know if you would like to volunteer before, during or after this event. Every bit helps and its fun! Call 256-5284 or email Deana at deana@shumeiinstitute.org to hear more about volunteer opportunities.

Robin Ross will have work on display at the Shumei Gallery in Crestone for the month of March. This Sunday March 4th starting a 3pm will be her symposium. A reception will follow.

Robin is currently working on a series of large oil on canvas work entitled “Holy People and their Pets,” a continuation of the spiritual portrait paintings she has been working on for the past 15 years. Robin also continues her work on painted books and found object sculpture.

Come meet Robin and learn more about this talented artist and her art this Sunday March 4^th starting at 3pm to 5pm. This event is free to the public, please visit www.shumeicrestone.org or call 256-5284 for more information. The Shumei gallery is open every day 9 to 5pm.

Yep, you’re seeing that right… accordion and trumpet at the same time! Come see for yourself on March 16th at 7pm when Round Mountain will be sharing their blending of dusty American grit with a worldly amalgam of global influences at Shumei International Institute. The multi-multi-instrumentalist band of brothers has travelled the globe absorbing bits and pieces of musical cultures, returning to filter them through their own sepia-toned Americana framework.

Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy a truly fun and beautiful performance at the Shumei International Institute, 7:00 pm Friday, March 16th. Suggested donation is $10. For more information contact Shumei at 719-256-5284 or visit www.shumeicrestone.org.

March’s Free Movie Night is March 23rd at 7pm. And March brings us “The Buena Vista Social Club.” In this fascinating Oscar-nominated documentary, American guitarist Ry Cooder brings together a group of legendary Cuban folk musicians (some in their 90s) to record a Grammy-winning CD in their native city of Havana. The result is a spectacular compilation of concert footage from the group’s gigs in Amsterdam and New York City’s famed Carnegie Hall, with director Wim Wenders capturing not only the music — but also the musicians’ life stories. Refreshments provided,  256-5284 for more information.