The hugging saint Amma will be in DC 7/12-13/09 this year. I have been to the event last years. It is free - I think about 10,000 people come over the two days for hugs. Each person gets an individual hug. A hug
you might ask - what is all the fuss? For me it was a transformative experience of unconditional love that has lasted ever since. All lots of cool people, Indian CDs, jewerly and clothing. Vegan food is served at low prices.
More info at
http://www.ammadc.org/
