Kirtan Meditation & Plant-Based Potluck at Pause (Beginner Friendly!)

Come mellow out, meditate, make music and make friends at this fun and informal mantra meditation evening hosted by kirtan artist and meditation teacher Chay Tanya Lila.

What it's all about: Kirtan is a call and response musical meditation from the yoga tradition, considered the most potent form of meditation in this day and age. Bathing in and singing these powerful transcendental sound vibrations cleanses the heart and the mind and brings peace to the soul.

We open our meditation with a guided breathing practice and a resonant mantra circle that takes you deep into a meditative space. Then, sing along with ancient mantras in a call and response format. Come listen, soak up the vibes, sing along, and bring an instrument to jam along if you feel inspired!

Beginners highly encouraged, all ages, voices and experiences welcome!

Venue: 133 Southwest 2nd Avenue #300 Portland, OR 97204 United States.

How to find us: The front door is on SW 2nd Ave between Ash & Pine, across from Kells Irish Pub. There's no sign outside for Pause, so look for a sandwich board with our poster or the Pause logo. The building requires a key code, we'll have someone standing downstairs from 6pm - 7pm to let folks in. Take the elevator to the 3rd floor and turn right, we're in Suite #300.

Parking: There is ample street parking which is free after 7pm

Public transport: Pause Meditation is just around the corner from the Blue Line at SW Oak and 1st. We highly encourage public transportation to avoid traffic and parking hassles!

Accessibility: The venue is ADA accessible (we’ll be on the third floor with an elevator and no stairs necessary). We will have floor pillows and some seating. If you aren’t comfortable sitting on the floor, please come on the earlier side to reserve a chair (you’re welcome to come as early as 6pm)

What to bring: You’re welcome to bring vegan snacks or a dish for the potluck, but it’s not required.

How to support: A $10-15 suggested dana-donation helps us cover the costs of food and our sound system as well as other ongoing costs, and is always deeply appreciated (NOTAFLOF)

Feel free to text Shanti directly at 808.726.5387 with any additional questions.