June Dharma Friends: A Tribute to the Dalai Lama | with Megan Mook, Kevin Townley, and special guest George MacPherson

June 23, 2025
6:30–8:30 PM EST
In Person & Online
CO-SPONSORED BY TARA MANDALA AND DHARMA GATES
Free | by donation for ages 18–35

This June, Dharma Friends honors His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, who turns 90 on July 6. In this final event of our summer season, we’ll trace the Dalai Lama’s incredible journey—from his childhood in Tibet and exile to India, to becoming a Nobel Peace Prize-winning spiritual leader and beloved global figure.

We’ll explore the historic lineage of the Dalai Lamas, including the institution’s Mongolian origins in the 16th century, and reflect on what it means to walk the path of compassion in modern times. We’ll conclude with a meditation on the heart and a live integrative sound meditation with special guest George MacPherson.

In an effort to be accessible, DHARMA FRIENDS is offered on a sliding scale. “Generosity Tickets” allow us to offer discounted tickets for those in need. “Sponsorship Tickets” help us offer dana to the teachers and guests who freely give their time.

For ages 18–35, this event is free / by donation via sponsorship from Dharma Gates. To learn more, visit dharma-gates.org
Registration and online programming are generously supported by Tara Mandala. Visit tara-mandala.org 

BIOS:
Megan Mook holds a Master’s in Buddhist Studies and is a long-term student of both Tibetan Buddhism and yoga. She offers retreats, pilgrimages, and classes worldwide. Learn more at meganmook.com

Kevin Townley is a writer, performer, and meditation instructor whose work explores the intersection of Dharma and the arts. Learn more at kevintownley.nyc 

George MacPherson is an intuitive sound meditation practitioner based in Brooklyn, NY. Through his practice, Sound of the Times, George offers transformative experiences that blend sound, presence, and somatic awareness.