We are delighted to announce that Rigpe Dorje Center will be hosting a Treasury of Knowledge (TOK) weekend with The Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche.

For more information, contact Virginia Rios.

The Kendall Inn was established in 1859 as the stagecoach stop in Boerne, Texas. The building is considered a state and national landmark. The Inn is located off of Boerne's Main Plaza in the heart of the Texas Hill Country.

Ye Kendall Inn offers36 guest rooms, suites and cabins.� Each room is uniquely individualized to reflect the historic elegance of the original hotel.

Housing Reservations

Individuals must call in their own room reservations and pay with individual credit cards. All the rooms have been reserved at a discounted rate of $109.00 per room + 13% occupancy tax. The rooms will be released on October 10, 2009. You will need to call Ye Kendall Inn to make your room reservations prior to October 9, 2009. After that time, reservations will be accepted on a space-available basis.

To make reservations at Ye Kendall Inn: 1-800-364-2138 (direct number 830-249-2138)

Ask for reservations for the Treasury of Knowledge Retreat.� The first night's room and tax are due at the time of booking a room reservation.

There are a few rooms that sleep more than 2 people. If you plan to share a room with several people, you can request a "room-mate" room.

Cancellations: Room reservations may be cancelled seven ( 7) days prior to the reservation date with penalty. All advance deposits for guest rooms are non-refundable within the seven day cancellation policy.

Check-in: 3:00 p.m.

Check-out: 12:00 p.m.

Parking: Complimentary

Computer access / telephone: Telephone &free wireless internet access available in every guest room.� There is also a computer available in the business center for public use.

Roommates
If you wish to share a room and need information regarding a possible roommate, contact the Registrar, Virginia Rios, at vlmrios@sbcglobal.net, (210) 695-3760, (210) 845-3277 cell.� Virginia will provide you with a name, telephone number and email address of another individual of the same sex seeking a roommate. She will also give the same information to the other individual. If after talking with each other the arrangement is not suitable, contact Virginia for further information. The room-mates will need to make arrangements between themselves regarding reservations, room payment, room cancellations, etc.

If all the rooms at Ye Kendall Inn are already booked when you call, you may contact Virginia regarding other housing options.

Arrival & Departure Information

The program will be held at Ye Kendall Inn from Friday, October 30, until Sunday, November 1. There will be 1 - 2 teachings daily, meditation sessions and discussion groups.

Registration will be held on Friday, October 30, from 3 - 6 pm. There will be an orientation and introduction of volunteer leaders at 6:00 pm. Those arriving late can register on Saturday, October 31, at 9:00 am.

The first teaching will be on Friday, October 30, at 7:00 pm.

The final teaching will be on Sunday, November 1 at 3:00 pm.

If you plan your departure later than Sunday, the hotel will extend the lower hotel rate for the number of additional days you wish to remain there.

Hill Country Taxi will provide discounted rates to and from the San Antonio Airport for TOK participants.� Please email your arrival and departure times to hillcountrytaxi@yahoo.com. You may also call 830-388-0082 (Gina) to discuss your individual situation. Please identify yourself as a TOK participant to receive the discounted fare of $30 per person one way ($60 round trip). You may arrange your own transportation if you prefer.

Directions from the San Antonio International Airport:

Exit the airport on Airport Blvd and turn onto I-410 W. After 4 miles, merge onto I-10 W via Exit 16 toward El Paso.
Travel approximately 21 miles and take the US -87 business exit, Exit 542, toward Boerne.� Merge unto US-87 BR N. Approximately 2.1 miles, turn left onto W. Blanco Rd. End at 128 W. Blanco Rd.

Meals

Lunches: Vegetarian lunch is included in the program fee and served in a private section of the Limestone Grille (www.yekendallinn.com/limestone_grille.html), Ye Kendall Inn's award-winning restaurant.

Other meals: Breakfast and dinner will be on your own. The hotel restaurant is open for breakfast & dinner every day (not included in program fee). There are many inexpensive and charming cafes and restaurants within walking distance of Ye Kendall Inn. However, many restaurants are closed on Sunday.

What to Bring

You need to bring: Meditation cushion/mat

Clothing: Fall weather in Texas is unpredictable, ranging from warm to cool. All of the rooms and conference room are climate controlled. We suggest that you bring clothes that can be layered to meet any weather condition.

Program Registration

PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Closing date for registration is September 30. To register, please send your registration form with full payment of $175 prior to the closing date. After October 10, the registration fee is non-refundable.

Registrar: Virginia Rios, vlmrios@sbcglobal.net, (210) 695-3760, (210) 845-3277 cell

Financial

All the proceeds from this retreat will go to:

1. Teaching gifts to The Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche, other lamas & translator

2. Costs of transportation & meals for the lama party, rental of retreat venue and other retreat expenses

The program fee covers your tuition and teaching gifts, which will be offered to the teachers at the conclusion of the program.� Daily lunches are included in the program fee. Transportation, housing and other meals are not included in the program fee.

Registration Form

The registration form and check for $175 must be received by Sept. 30, 2009 to meet the registration requirements. Please mail the completed form with a check payable to "Rigpe Dorje Center." Send to: Virginia Rios, 10119 Rafter S Trail, Helotes, TX 78023

Name(s)

Address
Telephone

Email (please print clearly)

Transportation:

[� ] I will have a car during the retreat

[� ] I will be taking the airport shuttle

I would like to volunteer for the following services during the retreat:

Please choose at least one, or as many as you like; no talks missed.

[� ] Program set-up

[� ] Timekeeper for meditation sessions

[� ] Shrinekeeper / shrine-room up-keep

[� ] Flowers

[� ] Water service during talks

[� ] Escort for Rinpoche

[� ] Meal service for Rinpoche

[� ] Program take-down

[� ] Anything needed