Eco Farm Fall Festival 2026

The Eco Farm Fall Festival is on October 24, 2026 | 10 AM–4 PM

We’re currently looking for vendors to join us and share their products, crafts, food, and more with our community.

Calling Workshop Presenters!

Do you have knowledge, skills, or experience you'd love to share with our community?

We’re inviting educators, farmers, artisans, and community members to offer workshops related to self-sustainability, preparedness, gardening, farming, natural living, practical skills, and caring for our environment.

Let’s create a space to share knowledge, learn from one another, and strengthen our community together.

Interested? Contact: ecofarmfallfestival@gmail.com

Learn more and join our Facebook event: Eco Farm Fall Festival Facebook Event

Nectar Talks

Watch Now!

Click Here for Episode 46 Ekadasi Dasi

Nectar Talks Episode 46

Steadiness and Sincerity - A Spiritual Warrior

With Ekadasi Vrata Devi Dasi & Dhanya Gaurangi Devi Dasi

In this episode of Nectar Talks, guest host Dhanya speaks with Ekadasi about her journey in spiritual life. A disciple of HH Bhaktitirtha Maharaj, she was a recipient of the love and support he shared with those around him. Soon after being introduced to Krishna Consciousness Ekadasi gave birth to her twin boys, the oldest of her 5 children (now adults). She has proven that, when viewed properly, family responsibilities are not at all a hindrance to spiritual life, but can provide a solid framework and purpose for advancement.

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Harinam Football Game

Please join the devotees on harinam for the Gator Football Game season.

Saturday, October10, 2026

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Saturday November 7, 2026

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Saturday November 21, 2026

10:30 am

Sadhu Sanga Online Course

Courses on Vedic literature following the teachings of His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupāda.

https://sadhusangaonline.com/login/index.php

Bring Back Krishna Lunch

Since the University of Florida suspended Krishna Lunch from serving prasadam on the Plaza of the Americas in March, Krishna House has been working with a team of devotees and well-wishers to develop and implement efforts to bring it back. The strategy includes several avenues: exploring possible legal action, conducting media outreach, distributing flyers during Gator game harinamas, organizing petition and letter-writing campaigns, and collaborating with students, alumni, and organizations such as the Hindu American Foundation.

If you have not already done so, you can participate by scanning the QR code on the accompanying flyer or visiting the link above. For further information, please contact Kesihanta Dasa at jeevjago@gmail.com.

In the meantime, Krishna House is launching Krishna to Go, an alternative way for students to order Krishna Lunch for delivery on campus at designated times and locations. Harinama is also continuing on campus. If you would like to join the Plaza kirtan, please contact Advaita Acarya Prabhu via WhatsApp at +1 (210) 420-1182.

As always, please coordinate all campus outreach efforts (especially book distribution) in advance with Krishna House. The UF Homecoming/Gainesville Ratha-yatra is coming up on Friday, October 9, and a strong devotee turnout would provide valuable encouragement and visibility for the Krishna Lunch campaign.

Man-tra Men's Retreat

The 9th Annual Men's Retreat in New Vrindaban will be Fri-Sun October 2, 3, 4!

Why MAN-tra? A few highlights:

3 day sanga with fellow Vaishnava men
Beautiful New Vrindaban in the early fall
Seminars by Ekavira and Yadhubara prabhus (first timers at MAN-tra), and Gopal Hari, Partha, and Yadubara prabhus
Exciting Drama "BIG Fish, Little Fish" by Bhaktimarga Swami & the Toronto Players
Gauravani & friends Evening Kirtan Celebration
Insightful Srimad Bhagavatam classes
Night-time Bonfire
Famous MAN-tra-New Vrindaban feast
Prabhupada's Palace
New Vrindaban tours, wth cows, barns, and peacocks
And more!

To register go to MAN-tra.org

Taking Care of Krishna's Cows

An In-depth Course on Cow Care

Hare Krishna

Learn to serve and care for *Krishna’s beloved cows* through a *6-Week Online Course* covering:

Scriptural Wisdom | Practical Cow Care

Compassionate Service | Sustainable Living

Featuring *HH Krishna Kshetra Swami, HH Varsana Swami* and other experienced teachers.

Starts: 4th October 2026

Saturdays | Online

5:30–7:00 PM BST | 12:30–2:00 PM EDT

Ratha Yatra Parade

Official invitation to Gainesville Ratha Yatra 2026.

Please attend and please share far and wide.

Together and United for Krishna House. 💫

https://gainesville-rath-yatra-2026.watson1nathan.chatgpt.site/

Japa Retreat Inmersion

Bhakti Vriksha Program

Grow Together. Grow in Bhakti.

Bhakti Vriksha is a welcoming community gathering where families, young professionals, seekers, and anyone curious about spiritual life can come together to learn, connect, and grow in bhakti.

Meeting every weekend in the Alachua/Gainesville area, these gatherings offer a friendly space to explore timeless wisdom and discover how spiritual practices can enrich our everyday lives.

Each program includes engaging activities such as kirtan and bhajans, inspiring discussions, prasadam and fellowship, life-skills conversations, and service opportunities. Special sessions are also offered for children, with stories from Srimad Bhagavatam, bhajans and Sanskrit shlokas, arts and crafts, games, and cultural activities.

Whether you are new to Krishna consciousness or already walking the path of bhakti, everyone is welcome. Come as you are, meet like-minded people, and experience the joy of growing together in a supportive spiritual community.

Chant • Learn • Serve • Love • Repeat

📍 Alachua / Gainesville

📞 Svarūpa Dās — 352-613-7776

📞 Abhiram Gopal Das — +1 (214) 606-7987

🔗 Join the Bhakti Vriksha community

Japa Retreat

JAPA RETREAT WITH HG MAHATMA DAS

You are warmly invited to a special in-person Japa Retreat with HG Mahatma Das in DeLand, Florida.

This retreat is an opportunity to go deeper into our relationship with the Holy Name, improve the quality of our japa, and cultivate greater taste, absorption, and consistency in chanting.

October 9

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

October 10 & 11

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

45801 Central Camp Rd, DeLand, FL 32720

$50 per person

For participants 16 years and older

Shared accommodation is available for rent on a first-come, first-served basis. Space is limited.

Please register here

Come and spend these days immersed in the Holy Name and deepen your japa in the association of HG Mahatma Das.

Hare Krishna!

Kartik Reading Vrata

Here's an interesting opportunity to enhance your Kartik experience this year.

A Kartik reading Vrata!

Come and join in person or online, as we read Srila Prabhupada's books together five days a week, four hours a day from 10:00 AM- 2:00 PM EST, for the whole month of Kartik. (October 26th- November 24th) You can also participate in a way that custom fits your schedule. If the full Vrata is not possible for your busy life, not to worry -please feel free to participate whenever possible. Personal commitment of a fixed time is encouraged for optimal results; however, any and all participation is welcome.

This is inspired by Vaisesika Prabhu’s reading vrata that he’s conducted for over 20 years at the Bhaktivedanta Ashram at Govardhan.

Vaisesika usually announces the book that will be read a few weeks before Kartik, and we will follow his lead.

For further information, please private message Nanda dd on WhatsApp +1 (216) 215-2139

The New Temple for Lord Nrisimhadeva

Thank you to all the donors for the new temple for Lord Nrisimhadeva.

We will have a grand opening sometime during Kartik month.

Here you can see the finishing artistic touches being made by Akuti devi dasi, her assistant Jaya Nitai das; flooring assistance by Dhruva das, and hand painting by Corina. Signs being designed by Raghunandini Consbruck

New Temple for Lord Nrisimhadeva

Govinda's Gift Shop

We are so happy to let you know our brand new SUMMER DRESSES and T-shirts are now in stock.

Come by the Gift Shop and check out our beautiful, unique and oh so cool summer stock, you'll look amazing and feel great too.

Tee Shirt designs by Raghunandini Consbruck of Eighteyes Graphic Designers.

PRE RADHASTAMI SALES GOING ON NOW ONLY ON OUR GOVINDA'S GIFTS FACEBOOK PAGE https://www.facebook.com/govindasgiftsalachua

Stop in Monday through Saturday from 10 am - 3 pm, and Sunday from 11 am - 1 pm and 4- 8 pm.

Let's all Read Krishna Book Together

A Fun Meditation for the Whole Community

Reading and Hearing Srila Prabhupada’s “Krishna Book” Together

Here is the schedule for the coming week:

Tuesday, Sept 29

Pracarananda Dasa

Ch 68 (cont'd)

Wednesday, Sept 30

Tisha Maraj

Ch 69

Thursday, Oct 1

Ekadasi Vrata Devi Dasi

Ch 69, 70

Welcome to All the New Babies in Our Community!

Our community now has a group of grandmothers, aunties, and friends ready to offer gentle support to new and young mothers. Whether it’s holding a baby, playing with a toddler, or simply sharing a kind conversation, this circle is here to help lighten the load and uplift the heart.

If you’re a new mom and could use a little help or company, please reach out to Sukhada Devi Dasi at 559-280-9295

We have loving hands and hearts waiting for you.

What is Tithing, and Why We Should Tithe

Tithing is a spiritual practice that invites us to consciously acknowledge where our blessings come from. By setting aside a portion of our income, we make a deliberate act of gratitude and trust, recognizing that what we have is not solely the result of our own effort. Tithing helps align our values with our actions, reminding us that generosity and support of this temple is not an afterthought but a priority woven into our daily lives.

Beyond its personal spiritual impact, tithing strengthens the community and the missions of this temple. It provides consistent support for service, outreach, education, and care for others, allowing this work to continue steadily. In this way, tithing becomes more than a donation; it is a shared commitment, linking individual devotion with collective responsibility and compassion.

Ashram Experience for men at New Raman Reti

The Ashram Experience for men at New Raman Reti is accepting applications. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity to experience temple life up close.

Attend the spiritual programs, morning and evening classes, delicious prasadam, harinam sankirtan, and bhakti yoga seva in a beautiful community of devotees.

Participants can choose the length of their stay. All of the participants over the past year agree the experience has enriched their spiritual lives in wonderful ways.

If you are considering a gap year, or want to understand more about the purpose of your life, go to https://alachuatemple.com/ashram/ and learn more.