Tibetan Monks Create a Sand Mandala of Universal Compassion

In conjunction with the the Dalai Lama's speaking event in San Jose, the city library is planning several events showcasing Tibetan art and culture. As a teenager, I remember seeing a Sand Mandala being constructed. It was an amazing, ephemeral sand "painting" that the monks put together in a public art space in San Francisco. This is definitely on the must list for any kids who are interested in art and a great opportunity to expose them to another culture and religion. Here is the information from the library's events page:
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library 150 E. San Fernando St. 1st floor entrance 4th and E. San Fernando Street (408) 808-2011 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (408) 808-2011 end_of_the_skype_highlighting	Sat, Oct 9 - Wed, Oct 13 All Library Open Hours
Experience the creation of a Tibetan Sand Mandala. Watch "sand painting" in action as monks from the Drepung Loseling Phukhang Monastery make a blueprint for world peace and compassion. The creation of a Sand Mandala blesses the entire region in which it is built: the environment as well as the beings who reside therein. All ages are welcome. Oct. 9 Opening Ceremony 12:00 - 1:00 pm Construction of the Mandala 1:00 - 6:00 pm Oct. 10 Construction of the Mandala 1:00 - 5:00 pm Oct. 11 Construction of the Mandala 9:00 - 5:00 pm Oct. 12 Construction of the Mandala 9:00 - 5:00 pm Oct. 13 Construction of the Mandala 9:00 - 1:00 pm