🙌 Miami/Deerfield Theosophical Society ~ A congregational 501(c) (3) non-profit Celebrating 107 Years!
November 2026 Gatherings
“To live to benefit mankind is the first step.” ~ H. P. B.
Support your spiritual truths because unsupported they no longer exist. We support resonant groups by attending gatherings, becoming members and serving to keep the group active, and/or by financial offerings. In-person gatherings assist us in recognizing our humanness, in voicing our needs and coming together in energetic ways that technological ways do not. Gatherings are open to the public. Programs are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.
Join us at Thubten Kunga Ling (located in the Cove Shopping Plaza, in the teal colored building upstairs), at 201 S.E.15th Terrace, Suite 207, Deerfield Beach, FL. 33441. Learn more about the venue by visiting this link: https://thubtenkungaling.org
SUNday, November 1, 2026, 3:30―5 PM
In Person
“Polarity Balancing and Harmonic Resonance”
with Dr. Frankie Hutton
Join us for a talk and demonstration event from collegiate scholar, author, and metaphysical teacher Frankie Hutton. Theosophist Frankie’s lecture and demonstrations will incorporate several traditions, including sample introductions to Hindu mudras, Qi Gong movements, ancient Egyptian and New Paradigm postures all geared toward Polarity Balancing and harmonic Resonance.
SUNday, November 8, 2026, 3:30―5 PM
In Person
“Mahabharata”
with Janani Cleary
In this presentation we will be exploring the content of a text called the “Mahabharata” which tells the story about the Kauravas and Pāṇḍavas who were the rulers of Hastinapura, a kingdom in norther India 5000+ years ago and who became engaged in a battle to stop destructive wrong living that would doom everyone, i.e. it’s a classic tale of good vs. evil. It contains over 100,000 shlokas (verses) which makes it the longest epic poem ever written, roughly ten times the length of the Iliad and the Odyssey combined.
It was written by Sage Veda Vyāsa, the single most influential and largest contributor to the Vedic culture which is otherwise known as Sanatana Dharma.
Why is such an ancient text studied? Because every single human challenge and condition that anyone can encounter in life is demonstrated in this story. It establishes that even though times change, human nature does not. Thus, the problems faced thousands of years ago are the same problems that we face today – only the circumstances are different.
In this presentation we will look at some of those stories to understand how we can face our own problems. We will also touch on how, in the Bhagavad Gītā (which appears in the middle of this epic story) Lord Kṛṣṇa provided Arjuna, a Paṇḍava and the leading righteous warrior with guidance and a vision that helped Arjuna to face all of his challenges and to rise above and be totally free of them with awareness and the right understanding. During this presentation, meditation will also be done to reinforce this understanding.
As a yoga teacher in New York City, Janani’s discovery of Vedanta occurred quite by accident when she met Swami Chinmayananda and was persuaded by him to fully explore what is behind the practice of yoga. She traveled to Sandeepany Sadhanalya in Mumbai where, under the brilliant tutelage of Pujya Swami Dayananda, Janani completed a full course of study and received certification in 1978. She has been actively and successfully teaching Vedanta classes in numerous formats ever since. Janani also serves on our Board as Member at Large.
SUNday, November 15, 2026, 3:30―5 PM
In Person
“Qigong”
with Ken Frankel
Qigong consists of various ancient (and modern) Chinese practices that promote health, vitality and longevity through the engagement of body, breath, and mind. This session will be primarily experiential with some discussion of the foundational concepts, historical background, and health benefits of qigong along the way. No special athletic ability is needed and most methods may be practiced in either a seated or standing position. Wear comfortable clothing.
Ken Frankel has been practicing qigong for over twenty years and has traveled to many places in the United States and Canada to learn it. He has completed three 200-hour trainings and many briefer ones. Ken began teaching qigong classes at our lodge in 2018 and currently serves on the Board as Vice President 2.
SUNday, November 22, 2026, 3:30―5 PM
In Person
“What Is The Meaning Of Life?”
with Cary Bayer
What college freshman hasn’t asked the questions, “Who am I? Why am I here? What is the meaning of life?” Far too many, haven’t found anything close to answers. This talk, by Prospering by Living on Purpose author Cary Bayer, changes that. He addresses these questions with powerful answers, answers that can help enlighten you, bring you peace of mind, and fill your heart with compassion for yourself and other people in your life.
Cary Bayer is a Florida-based Life Coach, who’s worked with Oscar-winners Alan Arkin and Pietro Scalia, Emmy-winners David Steinberg and Judy Henderson, and Quality Inns. The author of 30 books, including Higher Self Meditations, A Course in Money Miracles, and Star Wars Yoga, the Force, and You, he’s a former TM teacher, and trainer of teachers, and founder of Higher Self Healing Meditation.
SUNday, November 29, 2026, 3:30―5 PM
In Person
“Divining Your Life for 2027”
with Markus Edmiston
Explore the tarot, complemented by dowsing rods for energy fields, a pendulum, and the option of dream incubation, to find the energies, subtle and otherwise, that will shape your 2027. Let your intuition assist your conscious goals, for the highest and best expression of your being. Please bring a pendulum, dowsing rods and a tarot deck, if you have them.
Theosophist Markus is a member of our lodge and has been teaching tarot workshops for almost 23 years. He has had several ‘lives’ (he likes cats and dogs, but as a Leo born in the year of the Tiger, his personality seems to be closer to a cat, but with more laughter!). Markus ran the Esprit Center in Hudson N.Y., and he has facilitated ACIM Study Groups in the Greater Fort Lauderdale area.
There is no charge for any of our programs. We operate entirely by donations to balance giving and receiving and to continue our work of spreading the message of theosophy. All donations are tax deductible under the U.S. Internal Revenue Code, section 501(c) (3).
“Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together…” Hebrews 10:25
In-person gatherings assist us in recognizing our humanness, in voicing our needs and coming together in energetic ways that technological ways do not.
Theosophical Society Mission Statement: “To serve humanity by cultivating an ever-deepening understanding and realization of the Ageless Wisdom, spiritual self-transformation, and the unity of all life.”
If you are already a member of the Theosophical Society in America, you can join our lodge. Financial assistance for any membership fees may be available upon request.
There is no charge for any of our programs. We operate entirely by donations to balance giving and receiving and to continue our work of spreading the message of theosophy. All donations are tax deductible under the U.S. Internal Revenue Code, section 501(c) (3).
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Check out the Online School of Theosophy (OST)!
Registration with the school is free and you can enjoy free on demand courses with discussion topics, quizzes, and suggestions for further reading. https://study.theosophical.org.
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As a yoga teacher in New York City, Janani’s discovery of Vedanta occurred quite by accident when she met Swami Chinmayananda and was persuaded by him to fully explore what is behind the practice of yoga. She traveled to Sandeepany Sadhanalya in Mumbai where, under the brilliant tutelage of Pujya Swami Dayananda, Janani completed a full course of study and received certification in 1978. She has been actively and successfully teaching Vedanta classes in numerous formats ever since. Janani also serves on our Board as Member at Large.
Qigong consists of various ancient (and modern) Chinese practices that promote health, vitality and longevity through the engagement of body, breath, and mind. This session will be primarily experiential with some discussion of the foundational concepts, historical background, and health benefits of qigong along the way. No special athletic ability is needed and most methods may be practiced in either a seated or standing position. Wear comfortable clothing.
What college freshman hasn’t asked the questions, “Who am I? Why am I here? What is the meaning of life?” Far too many, haven’t found anything close to answers. This talk, by Prospering by Living on Purpose author Cary Bayer, changes that. He addresses these questions with powerful answers, answers that can help enlighten you, bring you peace of mind, and fill your heart with compassion for yourself and other people in your life.
Explore the tarot, complemented by dowsing rods for energy fields, a pendulum, and the option of dream incubation, to find the energies, subtle and otherwise, that will shape your 2027. Let your intuition assist your conscious goals, for the highest and best expression of your being. Please bring a pendulum, dowsing rods and a tarot deck, if you have them.
