Step into the 2nd BILS Rockland Retreat and Book Fair Archive and revisit the unforgettable moments from our 2024 event. From inspiring literary sessions to cultural performances, serene hikes, and heartfelt connections, this archive is a treasure trove of memories.
Explore photos, videos, and highlights that capture the essence of creativity, community, and collaboration. The journey may have ended, but the stories live on!
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Hike with Mike through the woods. You can enjoy the serene beauty of the woods in the countryside, take a rest whenever you want, and jot down your best thoughts. Do not forget to ask Mike about bee farming on your way, and the adaptive pull-ups up the hill. Bring your hiking shoes or boots and relaxing clothes.
11:00 AM – 11:30 AM: Body tuning and stretches with Gyana make you Fit and Tiana. Relieve stress, get into shape to enjoy the program with greater energy and concentration. Two to 4 in a group.
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Yoga with Ora. Make life Bora Bora. You can enjoy the Hatha Yoga, five to six in groups on the green grass surrounded by shrubs and trees under the blue sky.
12:15 PM – 12:45 PM: Farm tour. Stroll through the farm where you can see the grazing cows, horses, goats, and sheep and occasionally catch a glimpse of flying birds or grazing deer.
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Swimming. Bring your bathing suits and towels and enjoy swimming in the modernized pond with a man-made beach where you can taste the ambiance of the sun and shade.
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Going to set up the tent if you are registered for the tent or designated room to get ready for the main event.
Saturday, July 27, 2024
3:00 PM – 3:45 PM: Welcome address by Dr. Dhanonjoy Saha and Gautam Saha. Inauguration by Poet Sobodh Sarkar.
3:45 PM – 4:00 PM: “Rudolf Steiner’s Threefold Philosophy” by Jeanette Rodriguez.
4:00 PM – 4:30 PM: Authors’ introduction and reception.
4:35 PM – 5:25 PM: Opening of bookstalls and crafts stalls.
5:25 PM – 5:30 PM: Talk on biodynamic food by Jesse Webster.
5:35 PM – 6:10 PM: Short story and poetry readings.
6:15 PM – 7:00 PM: Dinner and social time at Threefold Café.
6:30 PM – 6:40 PM: Dinner talk by Mohammad Nasir Sikder.
7:05 PM – 7:15 PM: “Bangabandhu the Poet of Politics” by Md Sirajul Islam.
7:15 PM – 7:25 PM: Honoring Freedom Fighters of Bangladesh Independence.
7:30 PM – 8:15 PM: Poetry slam.
8:15 PM – 8:25 PM: Talk by Dr. Howard Rankin.
8:30 PM – 9:15 PM: Recitation, song, dance, and music.
9:15 PM – 10:00 PM: Open mic and adda (social mingling).
8:15 AM – 9:00 AM: Breakfast.
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM: Welcome by Mou Modhubontee and Poet Sobodh Sarkar.
10:05 AM – 10:15 AM: Talk by Dr. George Gopen (via Zoom).
10:15 AM – 10:25 AM: Talk by Dr. Carolyne Wright (via Zoom).
10:30 AM – 10:45 AM: Tea break.
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Poetry and rhymes session.
12:05 PM – 12:30 PM: Bookstalls and crafts store re-open.
12:30 PM – 1:15 PM: Lunch and social hours.
1:15 PM – 1:25 PM: Introduction of “Kaler Chithi” and Montreal Boi Mela.
1:30 PM – 2:00 PM: Articles, essays, and humor session.
2:00 PM – 2:30 PM: Poetry, stories, and songs from special needs talents.
2:30 PM – 2:45 PM: Talk by Soma Mukhopadhyay.
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: One-to-one session with Soma Mukhopadhyay.
2:50 PM – 3:30 PM: Discussions on books.
3:35 PM – 4:00 PM: Award ceremony.
4:05 PM – 5:00 PM: Closing ceremony: song, dance, music, and recitation.
