CALENDAR OF EVENTS – JUNE 2013

June 6th – Islamic Holiday  – Isra Mi’raj Nabi Muhammad
Today is a national holiday to celebrate the Islamic Prophet Muhammad’s night journey of both physical and spiritual enlightenment. Some shops, all banks and government offices will be closed.

June 15th – Balinese Blessing Ceremony – Hari Tumpek Kadang
Tumpek Kandang Day is dedicated to animals. This Balinese Hindu ceremony is held every 210 days to honour and bless livestock and domesticated animals. The name Tumpek Kandang is derived from two words, ‘Tumpek’, which means Saturday and ‘Kandang’ being the Balinese word for cage. This special day honours nature and in particular cows will be washed in the rivers and adorned, pigs will have their bellies washed & wrapped in cloth, as well as being given specially chosen food. The Balinese believe this will bring their livestock and themselves more prosperity. Prayers will be held at the temples across the island.

June 15th – Annual Community Event – I’m An Angel
‘I’m An Angel’ has continued to serve, educate and empower lives around Bali. On Saturday 15th June, KU DE TA invites you to share its annual charity event, led by Chef Phil Davenport, presenting an impeccable 6-course dinner with performances start with KDT All Stars on the decks to be continued as well as an auction to raise funds. Book dinner now for an excellent cause. Ph. +62 361 73 6969  www.kudeta.net

June 23th – 7th Bali Triathlon
The seventh annual Biznet Bali International Triathlon takes place in Jimbaran Bay, nestled between the Ayana Resort and Spa, the Four Seasons Resort at Jimbaran Bay and the Intercontinental Bali Resort. The weekend features an Olympic distance event and Sprint distance event, the only triathlons ever to be held in Bali. Join for a unique destination race combining a luxurious race setting with a challenging course. The top male and female winners of the Sprint Distance Race will be awarded fabulous package prizes at top resorts on Bali. The top three athletes in each competing division will receive awards. www.balitriathlon.com

June 23rd – Full Moon – Purnama Sasih Mala Sadha
The full moon (which has particular importance to the Balinese Hindus) falls on this day and ceremonies are held throughout the Hindu temples all across Bali. The Balinese that adhere to the Hindu Dharma religion will take offerings of food, fruit and flowers to the temple to be blesses by the priest. The Balinese themselves are then blessed by performing various rituals using holy water, incense smoke, petals and rice grains.

Source:Baliplus.com