News #20: Finish of the 3-Day Race – New York

Congratulations to all 14 runners from 7 countries—Russia, Czech Republic, USA, Finland, Canada, Switzerland, and Ukraine – who completed the 3-Day Race at noon on April 22nd at Flushing Meadows–Corona Park in New York City.
A heartfelt bravo to each participant for their dedication and endurance!

For information on other races around the world, visit the official website: www.srichinmoyraces.org

News #19: Earth Day 2025 – New York

To honour Earth Day, the Sri Chinmoy Centre joyfully took part in the Earth Day Festival at Union Square, New York City, on April 17th, 2025.

At its booth, the Sri Chinmoy Centre featured the book Listen to Nature: Living in Harmony with the Earth, and offered hundreds of magnet cards with nature photos and inspiring poems from the book.

The heart of Mother Earth
Any earth-child can open
At his sweet will.
~ Sri Chinmoy
77,000 Service-Trees, part 46

To learn more about Sri Chinmoy, please visit: www.srichinmoy.org.

Video #278: The 2025 Sri Chinmoy 10-Day and 3-Day Races Begin – New York

The world’s oldest 10-day race is officially underway! The 2025 Sri Chinmoy 10-Day and 3-Day Races began on April 19 at Flushing Meadows–Corona Park in New York.

For information on other races around the world, visit the official website: www.srichinmoyraces.org

Video #265: Sri Chinmoy 3100 Mile Self-Transcendence Race – Past and Present

This video takes you on a journey through the world’s longest certified footrace, the Sri Chinmoy 3100 Mile Self-Transcendence Race. Featuring rare footage from 2006 and 2007, when Sri Chinmoy personally visited the race, as well as highlights from the 2024 edition, it captures the spirit of endurance, perseverance, and self-transcendence.

With interviews, race moments, and inspiring music, this video offers a glimpse into the history and evolution of this extraordinary event.

  • Video Footage by: Tejvan (2024), Utpal (Suprabha interview), Mridanga (2006/2007)
  • Photos by: Pulak, Maral, Dhanu, Piyasi & Sri Chinmoy Centre Galleries
  • Music by: Parichayaka

To find out more, visit the official website: www.3100.srichinmoyraces.org. 

For more information about races, visit the official website: www.srichinmoyraces.org.
To learn more about Sri Chinmoy, please visit: www.srichinmoy.org.

Video #240: 3100-Mile Race Highlights from 2024

The 2024 edition of the Sri Chinmoy Self-Transcendence Race saw Andrea Marcato win his 5th consecutive race in a time of – 43 days +03:04:06. The race, inspired by Sri Chinmoy, encompasses many unique stories of Self-Transcendence. This video gives a glimpse into some of the amazing performances and journeys of self-transcendence in this year’s race.

Special thanks:

  • Video: Tejvan, Padyatra, Utpal
  • Music: Parichayaka, Blue Flower
  • Photos:  Maral, Dhanu, Pulak, Adarini + Sri Chinmoy Centre Photographers
  • Video Editor: Tejvan

For photos, check out: www.srichinmoyultraphoto.com.

To find out more, visit the official website: www.3100.srichinmoyraces.org. 

Video #236: The 3100 Mile Race – Insights from the 2023 Edition

The Sri Chinmoy Self-Transcendence Race 3100 Mile race takes place annually over 52 days, with runners traversing a .5488 mile loop around a sports field, playground, and high school in Jamaica, Queens, New York City. To finish, runners must average close to 60 miles per day. 

In this video, the 2023 runners give some insights into their personal experiences of running the race. 

To find out more, visit the official website: www.srichinmoyraces.org.

Video #215: Annam Brahma Restaurant: A 50-Year Journey of Serenity and Bliss in Queens, New York

Step into the heart of Queens, New York, and discover the enchanting oasis of serenity and culinary delight that is Annam Brahma Restaurant. For five decades, this beloved establishment has been a cornerstone of the local community, captivating generations of diners with its timeless charm and exquisite vegetarian cuisine.

The name “Annam Brahma” was given by meditation teacher and peace advocate Sri Chinmoy who resided in Jamaica, Queens for over 40 years. With inspiration from Sri Chinmoy, the Grammy-award-winning musician Mahavishnu John McLaughlin opened Annam Brahma in 1971 and owned it until 1974. Annam Brahma is one of three Sri Chinmoy-inspired vegetarian food establishments in the New York area as well as a health food store.

To find out more about Sri Chinmoy, please visit the official website: www.srichinmoy.org