| Dear Subscriber, Tuesday, March 10th, marks the 50th anniversary of the Tibetan Uprising. According to a New York Times article, "50 Years After Revolt, Clampdown on Tibetans", Tibet is locked down under martial law, and thousands of troops have been added, even in many remote areas. Please keep them in your thoughts and meditations. Some encouraging news from the U.S. comes to us from the Tibetan Association of Northern California (www.tanc.org) that the "California legislature recognizes March 10th as Dalai Lama and Tibet Awareness Day." The California State Assembly now recognizes March 10th as "Dalai Lama and Tibet Awareness Day," honoring their 50 years in exile and His Holiness's efforts to promote peace. Also, the states of Washington and Wisconsin have recently declared March 10th "Tibet Day." See below for additional articles and news sources.
More about Tibet and the Dalai Lama: 
| Freeing Tibet: 50 Years of Struggle, Resilience, and Hope
An incredible, heroic story of Tibet's arduous struggle to keep freedom alive. Political strategist John B. Roberts offers informed perspectives on many pivotal issues, including the Tibetan national uprising in 1959, which cost more than 85,000 Tibetan lives, preparations for the Dalai Lama's successor, and more. Provides an insider's view on key issues. $24.95 |
SPECIAL NOTE:
| Rigpa Calendar 2009
Now at 25% off!
Calendar runs February 25, 2009 to February 14, 2010--we're offering this on sale early this year. Comprehensive, informative and useful, with holidays and feasts of most religions and countries, buddhist prayers, and images of lamas, it is truly amazing in its scope. $14.96 |
| Maroon Cap with Tibetan Flag
Show your solidarity with this 100% cotton baseball-style hat with a nicely embroidered Tibetan flag above the brim. Adjusts to fit all sizes. $24.00 |
| Dalai Lama Peace Prayer Flags
These brightly colored flag sets help bring peace into this world. Dalai Lama image is surrounded by prayers for peace in both Tibetan and English. Ten flags are attached with sturdy twine. $24.00 |
| Cloisonne Enameled Tibetan Flag Pin
Attractive, elegant enameled pin with the Tibetan national flag in red, deep blue and gold is perfect for a lapel, hat, cloth bag, etc. These pins are a great way to show your support. $5.00 |
History, Activism & Politics | Learn more about the history and background of current Tibetan issues by choosing from among a wide variety of books on Tibet-related topics.
You'll find even more materials on this subject, including feature films and documentaries, when you visit the "Videos/DVDs/Computer Dharma" section. |
Bumper Stickers | Here you'll find an interesting variety of unique, sometimes humorous, bumper stickers. |
Magnets 3" | Full-color Tibetan flag magnets measure 3", with remarkable, detailed imagery. $2.95 |
All-Cotton Tibetan Flag Bag | Roomy and sturdy, this natural-color cotton bag features a bright Tibetan flag with the words "Tibet Will Be Free" on one side. Great for books or groceries. $9.00 |
Free Tibet Buttons | "Free Tibet" buttons measure 2 1/2" diameter, with yellow lettering on red background. $1.20 |
Advance notice of new releases: 
| Medicine Buddha Dharani CD
Medicine Buddha is known to cure illnesses and save people from suffering. In the deepest state of meditation, he spoke his mantra that empowers and enlightens. Soothing, chanted in Sanskrit. Piano accompaniment and crystal clear voice provide medicine to wash away sorrow. $16.00 |
| Buddhist Wheel of Existence
Packed with information covering key points of the path, this full-color fold-out is a great study guide. Glossy, free-standing, covers topics ranging from the the Three Poisons and Two Paths to the Six Realms of Existence. Includes Glossary of Terms. $12.95 |
Related Articles: 50 Years in Exile: Tibetan Tradition at a Crossroad, Tibet Fund Organizes Year-Long Celebration Disappearances Continue across Tibet His Holiness the Dalai Lama's 2009 Teaching/Touring Schedule Dalai Lama Successor: Girl or Boy?
News Sources: The Office of Tibet, New York
www.tibetoffice.org The Office of His Holiness the Dalai Lama
www.dalailama.com/news.htm Phayul.com
www.phayul.com. Tibetan Centre for Human Rights and Democracy (TCHRD)
http://www.tchrd.org World Tibet News (World Tibet Network News, or Canada Tibet Committee)
www.tibet.ca The International Campaign for Tibet (or Free Tibet Campaign)
www.savetibet.org Students for a Free Tibet
www.studentsforafreetibet.org The Tibet Connection
www.thetibetconnection.org TibetInfoNet
www.tibetinfonet.net Voice of Tibet
www.vot.org
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