Kabbalah Congress in North America

Join friends from across North America for a Kabbalah International Congress in Buffalo, NY on October 15-18 2009.

For thousands of years, the wisdom of Kabbalah has been developed and refined. Its sole purpose was to reveal itself today, so that in these times of uncertainty, humanity could utilize its method of correction and achieve global unity - a complete harmony amongst ourselves and all of nature.

We invite you to join us on this groundbreaking journey, as we strive to build a society governed by love and friendship - a model for all the world to follow.

All the lessons and activities during the congress (lessons, workshops, meals, songs and cultural evenings) will focus on the subject of the connection between us.

A video created by friends who attended the previous Kabbalah congress held in North America:

Additional Information

Who Can Attend?

The congress is open to anyone with a desire to change himself and the world we live in. Students currently studying with Bnei Baruch via Bnei Baruch Education Center on their own or through www.kab.tv/eng or www.kabacademy.com, are especially welcome.

Lesson Translations:

Dr. Michael Laitman will be giving five lessons throughout the congress. The lessons will be delivered in Hebrew with synchronized translation into English, Spanish and Russian. The translation will be broadcast over FM radio. Participants are requested to bring their own FM radios, batteries and headsets. Radios will be available for sale at the congress for $12

Click Here for a Full Congress Schedule

Location:

Adam's Mark Hotel is conveniently located in downtown Buffalo only 15 min away from the Buffalo-Niagara International Airport and 20 min from the World famous Niagara Falls.

Address: 120 Church StBuffalo, NY 14202
Phone: (716) 845-5100

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Driving Directions:

From the Buffalo Niagara International Airport :
Take 33 West (Kensington Expressway) to Oak Street. Make a right turn on North Division Street and follow North Division to the hotel.

From Niagara Falls:
Take 190 South to Niagara Street (Exit 8). Make a right on Niagara Street and go through 3 traffic lights to South Elmwood and turn right. Hotel is located at intersection of South Elmwood and Church Street.

From the East :
Take I-90 West to Exit 53. Once you pass through the South Ogden Toll barrier at the base of the exit, you will be on 190 North. Take Church Street exit and follow Church Street to the hotel.

From the North :
take Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW) to 190 South. Take the Niagara Street Exit (Exit 8). Turn right onto Niagara Street. Turn right on South Elmwood and follow to the hotel.

From the South :
Take I-90 to Exit 53. Once you pass through the South Ogden Toll barrier at the base of the exit, you will be on 190 North. Take Church Street exit and follow Church Street to the hotel.

From the West :
take I-90 East to Exit 53. Pass through the South Ogden Toll barrier at the base of the exit onto 190 North. Take Church Street exit and follow to the hotel.

Transportation to and from the Congress:

Transportation to and from the congress site and the airport will be provided by the congress. Provide your flight information so we can arrange your transportation between the Buffalo Niagara International Airport and the hotel.

If you aren't flying or driving to Congress, and Brooklyn is convenient, we are chartering buses and sharing the costs among the riders - $30 per adult, $20 for children 8-16, free for children under 8. Register your desire/demand for the bus SOON, so arrangements can be made - accepting reservations until September 30^th. Details will be conveyed via email through this contact.
BusBrooklyntoBuffalo@gmail.com

Bus Departure Times

• 3 am Thursday, October 15^th, noon arrival in Buffalo
• 10 am Thursday, October 15^th, evening arrival in Buffalo
• 11:30 pm Thursday, October 15^th, Friday morning arrival in Buffalo

Children at the Congress:

A full Children's Kabbalah Congress includes lessons with Dr. Michael Laitman, activities, workshops, art projects, as well as fun and games for the younger generation.

• The Children's Congress is open to children aged 5 - 14.
• Teens 15 and over are welcome to join in the adult activities.
• No programming or child-care is provided for children younger than 5. Families need to care for their young children. Many babies and young children do attend and are most certainly welcome, but are always under parental supervision.
• Schedules will be posted and children's congress activities are planned during the adult congress activities. Parents are responsible for supervising their children when no congress activities are planned.
• Children share accommodations with parents.
• Children dine with you and the large group. A special kids' menu tailored to younger tastes will be available.
• Parents must sign a waiver to admit their children into the program.
• Please indicate during your registration if your children will participate.
• Write to newyork@kabbalah.info if you have any questions concerning the Children's Kabbalah Congress or children at the Congress..

Visas:

Participants from outside of the USA may require a visa. Please check if you need a visa on the US Department of State website. If you require a visa, please contact us as soon as possible for an official invitation letter.

Prices:

Congress price is all inclusive and covers hotel stay and all meals and drinks as well as cost of transportation from Buffalo Niagara International Airport .

• $290 - includes 2 nights, 7 meals - perfect for those who cannot arrive before Friday
• $315 - includes 3 nights, 8 meals starting with breakfast on Friday morning - perfect if you are planning to arrive Thursday evening or at night
• $370 - includes 3 nights, 10 meals starting from the lunch on Thursday and a free trip to the Niagara Falls.
• Children under 8 years old stay free.

Note: these prices are based on double occupancy per person rate

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Donations:

If you would like to donate towards covering congress cost for those friends who can not afford to pay full price for the congress, please do it via our secure webpage. In Comments please write "CONGRESS DONATION".

Prices can only be guaranteed via online registration

A Free Trip to the Falls:

Free trips to Niagara Falls are available on Thursday. Arrive by noon and reserve a spot for the trip by registering via email at BBNiagaraTour@gmail.com

Frequently Asked Questions:

Dress code

• Casual - jeans, t-shirts, sneakers, and (modest) dresses

What to bring (besides the usual travel items)

• FM radio, headset and batteries
• Swimsuit (children)

When you arrive

• Upon arrival at the congress location, look for our registration desk in the lobby.
• Register with the Congress to receive your welcome package and name tag
• Check-in with the hotel registration for your room.

Best time to arrive

• Thursday evening is the best time to arrive as the first congress lesson will be conducted Friday morning.
• It is only $25 for the additional night's stay at the hotel and includes breakfast Friday morning.
• If you wish to take a free tour of Niagara Falls on Thursday afternoon, plan to arrive by noon on Thursday.
• Meals are available for earlier arrival on Thursday for an additional fee.
• You are welcome to arrive and participate in whatever portion of the weekend you can. The registration payment page describes the cost of various options.

Medical services

• No medical services will be provided at the congress by the organizers
• Participants must ensure they have proper medical insurance