Dear Friends, We are now in August in the summer heat! This is the 81st Anniversary of the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki at the end of World War II, causing great suffering in Japan. Ruth attended the 60th Anniversary in those cities with the Great Vow Zen Monastery and experienced great sadness. May nuclear bombing never happen again! It is exciting to remember World Elephant Day is August 12.     CENTER ACTIVITIES Regular meditations continue. The Meditation Room has several Shrines dedicated to spiritual traditions that honor peace. The Center was happy to award 4 WZM Scholarships this year! A 5th Scholarship, reserved for a student at the local high school, went unrewarded as no local compassion essays were received. Good news! The below flyer indicates our Humanitarian Award Ceremony and Luncheon will be held on August 8. Hope to see you there!   PINE MOUNTAIN MEDITATION CLUB The Pine Mountain Meditation Circle meets at the Clubhouse every Monday at noon for an hour. There are six rotating leaders - Izumi will be off this month. The circle is open for anyone to attend - donations appreciated. August Meditation Leaders include: August 3 Ruth August 10 Connie August 17 Chris August 24 Chika August 31 SunJay Below is a picture of the current meditation leaders: from left to right Izumi, Chika, SunJay, Simran, Chris, Ruth     CELTIC MUSIC Every Tuesday night from 6:00 - 9:00 pm, this group of neighbors rehearses folk tunes in a warm atmosphere. Anyone can attend to play or listen or partake of the refreshments. Our performance on July 11 at the Frazier Park Library turned out well. See photo below. (Ruth is on the far left.)   ANANDA ASHRAMA The Ashrama, dedicated to the bliss of all religions, became established with over 100 acres in the hills above Los Angeles in 1923. Public services continue to be offered on Sunday mornings and Thursday evenings as well as private services 3 times a day.     The Jizo Peace Center wishes blessing and peace to all!