Mindfulness & Tea Retreat
Date: April 19-20, 2025 (SAT~SUN)
Location: The Mansion at Glen Cove
The Mansion at Glen Cove
（200 Dosoris Lane, Glen Cove, NY 11542）
https://themansionatglencove.com/
Instructor: Ven. Qingxiu
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Member of the Great Enlightenment Buddhist Institute Society (GEBIS) Sangha
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Chief Translator of English Translation Team, Amrita Translation Foundation
Retreat eligibility: 18 years or older
Registration deadline: 2025/04/12
Program Fees:
Shared room with two double beds: $199.95/person
Standard king room: $259.95/person
(Fee covers all retreat programs, meals, and lodging)
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The registration fee is non-refundable.
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At the retreat, we provide vegetarian buffet-style meals, with a few gluten-free options. If you have special dietary needs, please consider making your own accommodations for the event, as we cannot guarantee additional dietary accommodations. Thank you for your understanding.
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Check-In Time: 2025/04/19 2:30 pm, Check-Out Time: 2025/04/20 noon
ABOUT
the Mindfulness & Tea Retreat
Escape into a weekend of serenity and self-discovery with our Mindfulness Meditation & Tea Retreat. Led by an experienced monk, Venerable Qingxiu, this program offers an introductory practice to enhance personal wellbeing through mindfulness. Participants will engage in foundational exercises like mindful breathing, walking, and eating, alongside guided meditations on compassion and gratitude. Brief discussions will explore perspectives on personal and interpersonal harmony, enriching your mindfulness journey.
A highlight of the retreat is an authentic tea ceremony guided by Tea Master Wen-hui Chang, a globally recognized tea expert and founder of Er-ya Tea Academy. With decades of dedication to tea culture, Master Chang brings her passion and skill to this experience, blending tradition with a modern appreciation for organic living. Her tea ceremony promises a moment of calm and connection, steeped in artistry.
Complementing the weekend is a culinary highlight from Executive Chef Rodrigo Bernal of The Mansion at Glen Cove. Known for his innovative approach, Chef Rodrigo has crafted an exquisite vegan dessert that elevates plant-based cuisine into a delightful sensory experience. This treat, paired with the retreat’s mindful ethos, underscores the program’s focus on intentional living.
This retreat weaves together Zen meditation, the elegance of tea ceremony, and the joy of gourmet vegan delights, offering a holistic weekend escape that nurtures body, mind, and spirit. Join us for a transformative experience that’s as enriching as it is unforgettable.
From the retreat, we hope you can harvest a greater sense of calm and clarity, and experience how cultivating mindfulness and inner awareness can unlock the mind’s potential for new perspectives, and provide us a greater sense of joy, energy, and purpose as we navigate today’s fast-paced, dynamic world.
Schedule
Saturday, April 19
2:30 PM | Arrival
3:00 – 4:00 PM | Tea Ceremony
4:30 – 6:30 PM | Mindfulness Meditation
7:00 – 8:00 PM | Dinner
8:30 – 9:30 PM | Mindfulness Meditation
Sunday, April 20
8:00 AM | Breakfast
9:00 – 10:00 AM | Tea Ceremony
10:15 – 12:00 PM | Mindfulness Meditation
12:00 PM | Check-Out & Lunch
1:30 PM | Departure
ABOUT
the Oneness Truth Foundation
At the Oneness Truth Foundation, we believe a harmonious heart is the beginning of a harmonious world. The Foundation works to provide programs and practices to promote comprehensive self-development for the modern-day person. Programs cover topics such as work and learning, health and environment, family and relationships, and meditation and spirituality, specifically designed for the needs and challenges individuals face in the world today. Through mindful reflection, guidance with age-old wisdoms, and sincere dialogue, participants can discover new, deeper solutions to all levels of challenges in life, as well as a deeper appreciation for oneself and others, and a greater sense of oneness and harmony with the world.
The Venue: The Mansion
at Glen Cove
Our Mindfulness Meditation & Tea Retreat is hosted at The Mansion at Glen Cove, an elegant historic estate on Long Island’s Gold Coast, just a short distance from New York City. Designed in 1910 by renowned architect Charles Adams Platt, this serene retreat venue blends timeless grandeur with a peaceful ambiance, offering an ideal sanctuary to unwind from daily life. Surrounded by beautifully landscaped grounds, The Mansion provides a refined yet tranquil setting that enhances your journey into mindfulness, tea artistry, and inner calm. We hope this distinctive backdrop elevates your retreat into an unforgettable experience.
During the retreat, The Mansion’s culinary team, led by Executive Chef Rodrigo Bernal, will present a delightful array of vegetarian dishes, including a signature vegan dessert. Crafted with fresh, seasonal ingredients, these offerings will nourish your body and complement the mindful focus of our program.
We can’t wait to welcome you to this special retreat!
https://themansionatglencove.com/