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SUMMARY:Taizé Singing
DESCRIPTION:The songs of Taizé are easy to learn and uplifting to sing. \nTaizé is a Christian monastery in the South of France famous for its beautiful songs. We’ll sing them in three or four part harmony\, in Latin as well as various European languages. We’ll have a time for silent prayer also. We’ll keep teaching to a minimum and sing for the pure enjoyment of the devotional atmosphere that these songs evoke. \nLeo and Sundara started leading Taizé singing in 2003\, at the Findhorn Community in Scotland. These events are open to people of all faiths and none. No prior experience is necessary. For more information about these Taizé evenings\, see this page. \nDoors open at 7pm. Come early for a cup of tea and a chat if you like. No need to book in advance\, just pay with cash or card on the night.
URL:https://dragonsanctuary.co.uk/event/taize-singing-copy/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leo Sofer":MAILTO:info@dragonsanctuary.co.uk
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SUMMARY:Singing Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:With Leo and Sundara \nAccompanied by harmonium and guitar\, we’ll sing devotional songs in English. These original songs are based on prayers and sayings from spiritual traditions around the world. \nLeo and Sundara have been leading singing events together since 2003. Sundara plays the harmonium and Leo plays the guitar to accompany these songs. Having two instruments present enables people to sing freely and to relax into the experience\, supported by the music. \nNo prior experience is necessary. For more information about these Singing Sanctuary evenings\, see this page.  \nDoors open at 7pm. Come early for a cup of tea and a chat if you like. No need to book in advance.
URL:https://dragonsanctuary.co.uk/event/singing-sanctuary-32/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leo Sofer":MAILTO:info@dragonsanctuary.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250601T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250601T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214127
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T103819Z
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SUMMARY:Kirtan Singing
DESCRIPTION:With Leo and Sundara \nAccompanied by harmonium and guitar\, we will sing Indian devotional chants based on simple mantras. These “sung prayers” invoke the qualities of Indian deities such as love\, creativity\, courage and wisdom. These qualities are all present within us and can be brought more fully into our lives by singing together in this way. \nLeo and Sundara have been leading singing events together since 2003. Sundara plays the harmonium and Leo plays the guitar to accompany these songs. Having two instruments present enables people to sing freely and to relax into the experience\, supported by the music. \nNo prior experience is necessary. For more information about these Kirtan evenings\, see this page. \nDoors open at 7pm. Come early for a cup of tea and a chat if you like. No need to book in advance.
URL:https://dragonsanctuary.co.uk/event/kirtan-singing-34/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leo Sofer":MAILTO:info@dragonsanctuary.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250525T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250525T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214127
CREATED:20250331T175940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T180725Z
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SUMMARY:Harmonic Temple
DESCRIPTION:The Harmonic Temple songs\, created by Nickomo Clarke\, are sung in 3 or 4 part harmony and are based on prayers and sayings from spiritual traditions around the world. \nNickomo was inspired by the songs of Taize and wanted to create songs that were similarly easy to learn and uplifting to sing but drawn from all faiths. Some of his compositions are awe-inspiringly beautiful. \nThe songs are learned by ear (no sheet music) and then\, when we are confident of our part\, we can move around the room\, experiencing the harmonies all around us\, literally creating a Harmonic Temple with our voices. \nLeo and Sundara began leading Harmonic Temple songs in 2003\, while living at the Findhorn Community in Scotland. For more about the Harmonic Temple\, see this page. \nNo prior experience is required. Come early for a cup of tea if you like\, doors open at 7pm for a 7.30pm start.
URL:https://dragonsanctuary.co.uk/event/harmonic-temple-4/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leo Sofer":MAILTO:info@dragonsanctuary.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250510T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250510T213000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214127
CREATED:20250327T181019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T194658Z
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SUMMARY:True Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:An evening of participatory storytelling! \nDo you have an amazing story to tell? \n\nSomething miraculous that left you in awe\nA story that reminded you of what really matters in life\nThe challenges you faced\, and the lessons you learned\n\nWe’ll sit in a circle and tell our stories. True Storytelling is not about performance\, it’s about sharing our stories in community\, for inspiration\, healing and mutual understanding. It’s also fine to just sit and listen! \nI enjoyed speaking and hearing stories from the heart and truth; evolving spaciousness and depth and warm embodied listening….Unconditioned moments\, reflections without preconceptions or dogma.\nAbigail Robinson \nThe evening will be led by Leo Sofer\, an experienced storyteller\, who has run many of these evenings. Leo will begin the evening with a true story of his own and then open the circle for more. We’ll aim to keep each story to 10 minutes\, and there will be a short period for reflections after each story. We’ll have a tea break also. For more information about these True Storytelling events see this page. \nDoors open at 6.30pm\, come early for a cup of tea and a chat if you like. \nNo need to book in advance\, just pay on the door by cash or card.
URL:https://dragonsanctuary.co.uk/event/true-storytelling-5/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leo Sofer":MAILTO:info@dragonsanctuary.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250503T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250503T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214127
CREATED:20250327T195344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T195344Z
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SUMMARY:Kirtan Singing
DESCRIPTION:With Leo and Sundara \nAccompanied by harmonium and guitar\, we will sing Indian devotional chants based on simple mantras. These “sung prayers” invoke the qualities of Indian deities such as love\, creativity\, courage and wisdom. These qualities are all present within us and can be brought more fully into our lives by singing together in this way. \nLeo and Sundara have been leading singing events together since 2003. Sundara plays the harmonium and Leo plays the guitar to accompany these songs. Having two instruments present enables people to sing freely and to relax into the experience\, supported by the music. \nNo prior experience is necessary. For more information about these Kirtan evenings\, see this page. \nDoors open at 7pm. Come early for a cup of tea and a chat if you like. No need to book in advance.
URL:https://dragonsanctuary.co.uk/event/kirtan-singing-33/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leo Sofer":MAILTO:info@dragonsanctuary.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250427T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250427T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214127
CREATED:20250212T145035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T133617Z
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SUMMARY:Taizé Singing
DESCRIPTION:The songs of Taizé are easy to learn and uplifting to sing. \nTaizé is a Christian monastery in the South of France famous for its beautiful songs. We’ll sing them in three or four part harmony\, in Latin as well as various European languages. We’ll have a time for silent prayer also. We’ll keep teaching to a minimum and sing for the pure enjoyment of the devotional atmosphere that these songs evoke. \nLeo and Sundara started leading Taizé singing in 2003\, at the Findhorn Community in Scotland. These events are open to people of all faiths and none. No prior experience is necessary. For more information about these Taizé evenings\, see this page. \nDoors open at 7pm. Come early for a cup of tea and a chat if you like. No need to book in advance\, just pay with cash or card on the night.
URL:https://dragonsanctuary.co.uk/event/taize-singing-21/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leo Sofer":MAILTO:info@dragonsanctuary.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250420T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250420T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214127
CREATED:20250313T135635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T145737Z
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SUMMARY:Singing Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:With Leo and Sundara \nAccompanied by harmonium and guitar\, we’ll sing devotional songs in English. These original songs are based on prayers and sayings from spiritual traditions around the world. \nLeo and Sundara have been leading singing events together since 2003. Sundara plays the harmonium and Leo plays the guitar to accompany these songs. Having two instruments present enables people to sing freely and to relax into the experience\, supported by the music. \nNo prior experience is necessary. For more information about these Singing Sanctuary evenings\, see this page.  \nDoors open at 7pm. Come early for a cup of tea and a chat if you like. No need to book in advance.
URL:https://dragonsanctuary.co.uk/event/singing-sanctuary-31/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leo Sofer":MAILTO:info@dragonsanctuary.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250412T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250412T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214127
CREATED:20250220T141627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T141845Z
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SUMMARY:Kirtan Singing
DESCRIPTION:With Leo and Sundara \nAccompanied by harmonium and guitar\, we will sing Indian devotional chants based on simple mantras. These “sung prayers” invoke the qualities of Indian deities such as love\, creativity\, courage and wisdom. These qualities are all present within us and can be brought more fully into our lives by singing together in this way. \nLeo and Sundara have been leading singing events together since 2003. Sundara plays the harmonium and Leo plays the guitar to accompany these songs. Having two instruments present enables people to sing freely and to relax into the experience\, supported by the music. \nNo prior experience is necessary. For more information about these Kirtan evenings\, see this page. \nDoors open at 7pm. Come early for a cup of tea and a chat if you like. No need to book in advance.
URL:https://dragonsanctuary.co.uk/event/kirtan-singing-copy-4/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leo Sofer":MAILTO:info@dragonsanctuary.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250322T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250322T213000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214127
CREATED:20250116T113916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T083200Z
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SUMMARY:Near Death Experience Evening
DESCRIPTION:Leo writes:\nI’ve long been enthralled by the stories that people tell who were clinically dead\, but lived to tell their tale. I feel that these are among the most important stories being told today. They can also be deeply moving and inspiring. \nSundara and I have been watching some wonderful videos in the past year\, in which such people describe the extraordinary things that they experienced while “dead”. These videos are well produced\, using stock footage to bring the NDE story to life. We’ve selected another two of our favourites\, which we’ll be screening at the beginning of the evening. \nAfter a short break we’ll sit in a circle and tell our own stories about death and dying. I have another short story to tell about my father’s passing\, and I’ll be asking if you have a story that you’d like to tell (from your own experience\, or that of someone close to you) – about near death experiences or out of body experiences; about death and dying\, and communication from the dead. \nThis is a large field\, and more and more people are having such experiences. I feel it’s important to share these stories\, and to affirm the inspiring vision that they convey; of what a human life might be for\, and how we can live it to the full. \nYou don’t have to tell a story if you don’t want to\, it’s fine to just sit and listen. \nDoors open at 6.30pm for a 7pm start. We’ll finish at 9.30pm\, and you are welcome to stay for a cup of tea afterwards. \nPlease note that this is a tickets only event. Tickets can be purchased below.
URL:https://dragonsanctuary.co.uk/event/near-death-experience-evening-2/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leo Sofer":MAILTO:info@dragonsanctuary.co.uk
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250316T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250316T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214127
CREATED:20250116T113507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T114751Z
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SUMMARY:Taizé Singing
DESCRIPTION:The songs of Taizé are easy to learn and uplifting to sing. \nTaizé is a Christian monastery in the South of France famous for its beautiful songs. We’ll sing them in three or four part harmony\, in Latin as well as various European languages. We’ll have a time for silent prayer also. We’ll keep teaching to a minimum and sing for the pure enjoyment of the devotional atmosphere that these songs evoke. \nLeo and Sundara started leading Taizé singing in 2003\, at the Findhorn Community in Scotland. These events are open to people of all faiths and none. No prior experience is necessary. For more information about these Taizé evenings\, see this page. \nDoors open at 7pm. Come early for a cup of tea and a chat if you like.
URL:https://dragonsanctuary.co.uk/event/taize-singing-20/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leo Sofer":MAILTO:info@dragonsanctuary.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250223T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250223T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214127
CREATED:20240724T103310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T081351Z
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SUMMARY:Harmonic Temple
DESCRIPTION:The Harmonic Temple songs\, created by Nickomo Clarke\, are sung in 3 or 4 part harmony and are based on prayers and sayings from spiritual traditions around the world. \nNickomo was inspired by the songs of Taize and wanted to create songs that were similarly easy to learn and uplifting to sing but drawn from all faiths. Some of his compositions are awe-inspiringly beautiful. \nThe songs are learned by ear (no sheet music) and then\, when we are confident of our part\, we can move around the room\, experiencing the harmonies all around us\, literally creating a Harmonic Temple with our voices. \nLeo and Sundara began leading Harmonic Temple songs in 2003\, while living at the Findhorn Community in Scotland. For more about the Harmonic Temple\, see this page. \nNo prior experience is required. Come early for a cup of tea if you like\, doors open at 7pm for a 7.30pm start.
URL:https://dragonsanctuary.co.uk/event/harmonic-temple-3/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leo Sofer":MAILTO:info@dragonsanctuary.co.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250126T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250126T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214127
CREATED:20240508T195834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T081222Z
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SUMMARY:Taizé Singing
DESCRIPTION:The songs of Taizé are easy to learn and uplifting to sing. \nTaizé is a Christian monastery in the South of France famous for its beautiful songs. We’ll sing them in three or four part harmony\, in Latin as well as various European languages. We’ll have a time for silent prayer also. We’ll keep teaching to a minimum and sing for the pure enjoyment of the devotional atmosphere that these songs evoke. \nLeo and Sundara started leading Taizé singing in 2003\, at the Findhorn Community in Scotland. These events are open to people of all faiths and none. No prior experience is necessary. For more information about these Taizé evenings\, see this page. \nDoors open at 7pm. Come early for a cup of tea and a chat if you like.
URL:https://dragonsanctuary.co.uk/event/taize-singing-19/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leo Sofer":MAILTO:info@dragonsanctuary.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241222T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241222T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214127
CREATED:20241114T080827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T080827Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas Carols and Taize Singing
DESCRIPTION:We’ll sing some of our favourite Christmas Carols\, in 3 part harmony. We’ll also sing some winter-themed Taize songs (Taize is a Christian monastery in the South of France famous for its beautiful songs. For more information\, see this page). We’ll have a time for silent prayer also. \nLeo and Sundara started leading singing events in 2003\, at the Findhorn Community in Scotland. These events are open to people of all faiths and none. \nDoors open at 7pm. Come early for a cup of tea and a chat if you like.
URL:https://dragonsanctuary.co.uk/event/christmas-carols-and-taize-singing/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leo Sofer":MAILTO:info@dragonsanctuary.co.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241214T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241214T213000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214127
CREATED:20241203T180500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T094458Z
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SUMMARY:German Christmas Carols
DESCRIPTION:With Leo and Sundara \nWe’ll be singing some of our favourite German carols\, in two part harmony.  \nGerman Christmas carols can be very tender and lyrical\, and lovely to sing. They often focus on the winter landscape – the snow\, the woods\, the animals – and the magical atmosphere of Christmastime.  \nThe event will be led in English\, so you don’t need to understand German to come along. We won’t be translating or pronouncing the songs\, however\, so although some prior experience of German is not essential\, it might enhance your experience! \nPlease bring along some German Christmas food or drink to share: homemade or shop-bought is fine.  \nDoors open at 6.45pm. Do come early for glühwein and German Christmas biscuits! \n7.30pm to 9.15pm\, with a tea break
URL:https://dragonsanctuary.co.uk/event/german-christmas-carols/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leo Sofer":MAILTO:info@dragonsanctuary.co.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241026T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241026T213000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214127
CREATED:20240927T093659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241019T074546Z
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SUMMARY:Near Death Experience Evening
DESCRIPTION:Leo writes:\nI’ve long been enthralled by the stories that people tell who were clinically dead\, but lived to tell their tale. I feel that these are among the most important stories being told today. They can also be deeply moving and inspiring. \nSundara and I have been watching some wonderful videos in the past year\, in which such people describe the extraordinary things that they experienced while “dead”. These videos are well produced\, using stock footage to bring the NDE story to life. We’ve selected two of our favourites which we’ll be screening at the beginning of the evening. \nAfter a short break we’ll sit in a circle and tell our own stories about death and dying. I have a rather amazing story to tell of my father’s passing\, in which I had what is known as a “shared death experience”. I’ll be asking if you have a story that you’d like to tell (from your own experience\, or that of someone close to you) – about near death experiences or out of body experiences. About death and dying\, and communication from the dead. \nThis is a large field\, and more and more people are having such experiences. I feel it’s important to share these stories\, and to affirm the inspiring vision that they convey; of what a human life might be for\, and how we can live it to the full. \nYou don’t have to tell a story if you don’t want to\, it’s fine to just sit and listen. \nDoors open at 6.30pm for a 7pm start. We’ll finish at 9.30pm\, and you are welcome to stay for a cup of tea afterwards.
URL:https://dragonsanctuary.co.uk/event/near-death-experience-evening/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leo Sofer":MAILTO:info@dragonsanctuary.co.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241013T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241013T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214127
CREATED:20240723T121619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T063017Z
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SUMMARY:Cancelled - Singing Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:We’re sorry but this event has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances.
URL:https://dragonsanctuary.co.uk/event/singing-sanctuary-30/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leo Sofer":MAILTO:info@dragonsanctuary.co.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241005T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241005T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214127
CREATED:20240723T120859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T063004Z
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SUMMARY:Cancelled - Kirtan Singing
DESCRIPTION:We’re sorry but this event has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances.
URL:https://dragonsanctuary.co.uk/event/kirtan-singing-32/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leo Sofer":MAILTO:info@dragonsanctuary.co.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240928T070000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240928T213000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214127
CREATED:20240723T113351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T120756Z
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SUMMARY:True Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:An evening of participatory storytelling! \nDo you have an amazing story to tell? \n\nSomething miraculous that left you in awe\nA story that reminded you of what really matters in life\nThe challenges you faced\, and the lessons you learned\n\nWe’ll sit in a circle and tell our stories. True Storytelling is not about performance\, it’s about sharing our stories in community\, for inspiration\, healing and mutual understanding. It’s also fine to just sit and listen! \nWe were inspired to venture out of our woodland bubble to experience a storytelling circle for the first time\, attracted by the promise of a safe and compassionate ear for stories of a magical nature. We had never been in a circle before and were uplifted by the feeling of trust and genuine heart-felt responses from all the participants when they gave feedback to our story. What an enchanting\, beautifully held space The Dragon Sanctuary is\, we can’t wait to return to share and be captivated by more true storytelling.\nLisa Pugh and Marc Biddle \nThe evening will be led by Leo Sofer\, an experienced storyteller\, who has also run many of these evenings. Leo will begin the evening with a true story of his own and then open the circle for more. We’ll aim to keep each story to 10 minutes\, and there will be a short period for reflections after each story. We’ll have a tea break also. For more information about these True Storytelling events see this page. \nDoors open at 6.30pm\, come early for a cup of tea and a chat if you like.
URL:https://dragonsanctuary.co.uk/event/true-storytelling-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240914T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240914T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214127
CREATED:20240723T111359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240831T162039Z
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SUMMARY:Cancelled - Kirtan Singing
DESCRIPTION:Sorry this event has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances.  \n 
URL:https://dragonsanctuary.co.uk/event/kirtan-singing-31/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leo Sofer":MAILTO:info@dragonsanctuary.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240901T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240901T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214127
CREATED:20240723T110541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240831T162012Z
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SUMMARY:Cancelled - Singing Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:Sorry this event has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. 
URL:https://dragonsanctuary.co.uk/event/singing-sanctuary-29/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leo Sofer":MAILTO:info@dragonsanctuary.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240720T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240720T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214127
CREATED:20240508T195227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T195227Z
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SUMMARY:Kirtan Singing
DESCRIPTION:With Leo and Sundara \nAccompanied by harmonium and guitar\, we will sing Indian devotional chants based on simple mantras. These “sung prayers” invoke the qualities of Indian deities such as love\, creativity\, courage and wisdom. These qualities are all present within us and can be brought more fully into our lives by singing together in this way. \nLeo and Sundara have been leading singing events together since 2003. Sundara plays the harmonium and Leo plays the guitar to accompany these songs. Having two instruments present enables people to sing freely and to relax into the experience\, supported by the music. \nNo prior experience is necessary. For more information about these Kirtan evenings\, see this page. \nDoors open at 7pm. Come early for a cup of tea and a chat if you like. No need to book in advance.
URL:https://dragonsanctuary.co.uk/event/kirtan-singing-30/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leo Sofer":MAILTO:info@dragonsanctuary.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240711T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240711T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214127
CREATED:20240508T194621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T194621Z
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SUMMARY:Singing Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:With Leo and Sundara \nAccompanied by harmonium and guitar\, we’ll sing devotional songs in English. These original songs are based on prayers and sayings from spiritual traditions around the world. \nLeo and Sundara have been leading singing events together since 2003. Sundara plays the harmonium and Leo plays the guitar to accompany these songs. Having two instruments present enables people to sing freely and to relax into the experience\, supported by the music. \nNo prior experience is necessary. For more information about these Singing Sanctuary evenings\, see this page.  \nDoors open at 7pm. Come early for a cup of tea and a chat if you like. No need to book in advance.
URL:https://dragonsanctuary.co.uk/event/singing-sanctuary-28/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leo Sofer":MAILTO:info@dragonsanctuary.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240630T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240630T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214127
CREATED:20240331T171433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240331T171433Z
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SUMMARY:Taizé Singing
DESCRIPTION:The songs of Taizé are easy to learn and uplifting to sing. \nTaizé is a Christian monastery in the South of France famous for its beautiful songs. We’ll sing them in three or four part harmony\, in Latin as well as various European languages. We’ll have a time for silent prayer also. We’ll keep teaching to a minimum and sing for the pure enjoyment of the devotional atmosphere that these songs evoke. \nLeo and Sundara started leading Taizé singing in 2003\, at the Findhorn Community in Scotland. These events are open to people of all faiths and none. No prior experience is necessary. For more information about these Taizé evenings\, see this page. \nDoors open at 7pm. Come early for a cup of tea and a chat if you like.
URL:https://dragonsanctuary.co.uk/event/taize-singing-18/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leo Sofer":MAILTO:info@dragonsanctuary.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240629T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240629T213000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214127
CREATED:20240417T105253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240629T074345Z
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SUMMARY:Weaving Gold from Starlight
DESCRIPTION:*** This event has now sold out.***If you would like to join the waiting list please email leo@sofer.com or text 07508 639216.There is another performance of this show on Saturday 6th July in Plymouth. See here for more details. \nStories of the Journey Home presentsStorytelling for the Spiritual Journey \nWeaving Gold from Starlight features a farmer who discovers treasure beyond price buried in one of his fields; an old man who finds a chest of gold coins\, only to find that his head is on each one; and a wealthy heiress who leaves everything behind to marry for love\, only to find a deeper love calling her into the wild and stormy night. \nStorytelling has the power to draw us into deep soul-enquiry. Using symbol and metaphor it encourages us to dream big. This story will explore the theme of love. \nWho is the lover here?Whenever we feel empty of love\, we are probably asking the wrong question. Love is our essence\, and at core we are loved unconditionally. But this truth is usually covered over by all the strategies that we have for “getting love”. \nLove is not everything we think it isLove is not only to be found “out there”. The deepest love is within\, and is a wellspring that never ends. Accessing this love\, and finding out how to share it with the world is one of the main themes of this story. \nFeedback from recent performancesI was blown away by the story\, it was magical. I was spellbound\, and feel myself in this moment completely transformed by it. The words and music wove in so beautifully together\, and I was transported somewhere else…. and it was very healing. I left feeling so inspired and uplifted. The evening reconnected me with that impulse to surrender and let spirit carry me.Neesa Copple \nLeo Sofer has been telling stories since 1989. Sundara plays handpan to accompany the story. They have been setting stories to music together for over 20 years. For more information about their work\, see here. \nThis show is intended for an adult audience. \nThere will be another performance of this show on Saturday 6th July in Plymouth. See here for info and to book tickets.
URL:https://dragonsanctuary.co.uk/event/weaving-gold-from-starlight/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leo Sofer":MAILTO:info@dragonsanctuary.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240620T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240620T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214127
CREATED:20240331T170237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240331T170237Z
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SUMMARY:Kirtan Singing
DESCRIPTION:With Leo and Sundara \nAccompanied by harmonium and guitar\, we will sing Indian devotional chants based on simple mantras. These “sung prayers” invoke the qualities of Indian deities such as love\, creativity\, courage and wisdom. These qualities are all present within us and can be brought more fully into our lives by singing together in this way. \nLeo and Sundara have been leading singing events together since 2003. Sundara plays the harmonium and Leo plays the guitar to accompany these songs. Having two instruments present enables people to sing freely and to relax into the experience\, supported by the music. \nNo prior experience is necessary. For more information about these Kirtan evenings\, see this page. \nDoors open at 7pm. Come early for a cup of tea and a chat if you like. No need to book in advance.
URL:https://dragonsanctuary.co.uk/event/kirtan-singing-29/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leo Sofer":MAILTO:info@dragonsanctuary.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240613T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240613T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214127
CREATED:20240331T165550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240331T165550Z
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SUMMARY:Singing Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:With Leo and Sundara \nAccompanied by harmonium and guitar\, we’ll sing devotional songs in English. These original songs are based on prayers and sayings from spiritual traditions around the world. \nLeo and Sundara have been leading singing events together since 2003. Sundara plays the harmonium and Leo plays the guitar to accompany these songs. Having two instruments present enables people to sing freely and to relax into the experience\, supported by the music. \nNo prior experience is necessary. For more information about these Singing Sanctuary evenings\, see this page.  \nDoors open at 7pm. Come early for a cup of tea and a chat if you like. No need to book in advance.
URL:https://dragonsanctuary.co.uk/event/singing-sanctuary-27/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leo Sofer":MAILTO:info@dragonsanctuary.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240519T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240519T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214127
CREATED:20231101T113224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T123118Z
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SUMMARY:Harmonic Temple
DESCRIPTION:The Harmonic Temple songs\, created by Nickomo Clarke\, are sung in 3 or 4 part harmony and are based on prayers and sayings from spiritual traditions around the world. \nNickomo was inspired by the songs of Taize and wanted to create songs that were similarly easy to learn and uplifting to sing but drawn from all faiths. Some of his compositions are awe-inspiringly beautiful. \nThe songs are learned by ear (no sheet music) and then\, when we are confident of our part\, we can move around the room\, experiencing the harmonies all around us\, literally creating a Harmonic Temple with our voices. \nLeo and Sundara began leading Harmonic Temple songs in 2003\, while living at the Findhorn Community in Scotland. For more about the Harmonic Temple\, see this page. \nNo prior experience is required. Come early for a cup of tea if you like\, doors open at 7pm for a 7.30pm start.
URL:https://dragonsanctuary.co.uk/event/harmonic-temple-2/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leo Sofer":MAILTO:info@dragonsanctuary.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240511T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240511T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214127
CREATED:20240223T122150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T122352Z
UID:10000378-1715455800-1715461200@dragonsanctuary.co.uk
SUMMARY:Kirtan Singing
DESCRIPTION:With Leo and Sundara \nAccompanied by harmonium and guitar\, we will sing Indian devotional chants based on simple mantras. These “sung prayers” invoke the qualities of Indian deities such as love\, creativity\, courage and wisdom. These qualities are all present within us and can be brought more fully into our lives by singing together in this way. \nLeo and Sundara have been leading singing events together since 2003. Sundara plays the harmonium and Leo plays the guitar to accompany these songs. Having two instruments present enables people to sing freely and to relax into the experience\, supported by the music. \nNo prior experience is necessary. For more information about these Kirtan evenings\, see this page. \nDoors open at 7pm. Come early for a cup of tea and a chat if you like. No need to book in advance.
URL:https://dragonsanctuary.co.uk/event/kirtan-singing-28/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leo Sofer":MAILTO:info@dragonsanctuary.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240504T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240504T213000
DTSTAMP:20260423T214127
CREATED:20240331T172737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T170250Z
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SUMMARY:True Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:An evening of participatory storytelling! \nDo you have an amazing story to tell? \n\nSomething miraculous that left you in awe\nA story that reminded you of what really matters in life\nThe challenges you faced\, and the lessons you learned\n\nWe’ll sit in a circle and tell our stories. True Storytelling is not about performance\, it’s about sharing our stories in community\, for inspiration\, healing and mutual understanding. It’s also fine to just sit and listen! \n“It’s a pleasure and a privilege to be able to listen\, really listen\, to other people telling about precious moments in their lives. And to have the chance to tell about your own experiences and memories (only if you want to)\, with others listening to you too. It’s inspiring and entertaining and humbling\, all at once.” Previous participant. \nThe evening will be led by Leo Sofer\, an experienced storyteller\, who has also run many of these evenings. Leo will begin the evening with a true story of his own and then open the circle for more. We’ll aim to keep each story to 10 minutes\, and there will be a short period for reflections and questions after each story. We’ll have a tea break also. For more information about these True Storytelling events see this page. \nDoors open at 6.30pm\, come early for a cup of tea and a chat if you like.
URL:https://dragonsanctuary.co.uk/event/true-storytelling-3/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leo Sofer":MAILTO:info@dragonsanctuary.co.uk
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