events & Classes at ksc
Dharma Kids is full for this season, if you would like to be added to the waitlist please submit a registration form.
The Dharma Kids program serves children in grades K - 5. The program provides a wonderful opportunity for children to learn about and experience the Dharma in ways suitable for children.
One Sunday each month, from 9:00 to 11:30 am.
In this practice, we rest our attention on a simple meditative support, such as the breath. Instead of following thoughts and emotions as we usually do, we release them and maintain our connection to the support. Meditation is followed by a teaching. All are welcome.
Led by Lama Pema, this group takes Calm Abiding meditation a step further with contemplating and exploring the mind.
Meets on Calm Abiding Sundays, 12:30 - 2:00 pm
First session: October 13th
Zoom only
Prerequisites: Tranquility Group membership of 2+ years or equivalent experience, and the lama’s permission is required.
The KSC Library is open through June. Click here for current hours. Anyone interested in Buddhist studies is welcome to borrow books and various media covering aspects of both Buddhism in general, and Tibetan Buddhism. Also, there are some selective subjects that include studies on death and dying, Buddhist art, and locally recorded teachings by Buddhist teachers.
The KSC Sanctuary is open each Wednesday from noon to 1:00 pm for open meditation. Come meditate in your own way in this sacred space. All are welcome.
Each Thursday evening from 6:00 - 7:00 pm. In-person and via Zoom. All are welcome.
A Zoom Retreat with Tim Olmsted
Join Sangha members and view the retreat in the KSC Shrine!
Saturday, November 9th
During this day, through teachings, discussions, and meditation, we’ll discover the path that leads to an experience of the world as being a "sacred world,” a world of people who are—just like us—fundamentally whole, complete and affectionately connected to each other. This is a collaboration with Tergar Medford.
Registration now open!
The Tranquility Practice Group is now full. Please contact the KSC office to be placed on a wait list: office@kscashland.org
Tranquility Practice Group focuses on foundational meditation theory and practice but is open to anyone who is interested in being part of a group to help support and inspire their ongoing meditation practice.
First Session: November 10th, 12:30 - 2:30 pm
In-person only
A practice group for people who have attended a Niguma Yogas Retreat with Kalu Rinpoche.
Led by Lama Pema, this group meets monthly in-person and via Zoom on Wednesday afternoons to deepen insight meditation.
First session: October 16th
Prerequisites: Insight I Practice Group membership of 2+ years or equivalent
One Sunday each month, from 9:00 to 11:30 am.
The guided Tonglen meditation begins with consideration and transformation of our own sufferings, and moves us outward to encompass the reality of others’ situation. Meditation is followed by a teaching. All are welcome.
Led by Lama Yeshe, Joyful Effort Practice Group focuses on the Ngöndro or Preliminaries meditations.
Meets on Tonglen Sundays, noon - 2:00 pm, in-person & via Zoom
First session: October 27th
Those who attended the Mahakala Drubtab empowerment by Kyabjé Kalu Rinpoche in March, 2024 are welcome to attend this weekend retreat held at KSC.
Saturday & Sunday, November 23rd - 24th
10 am - noon & 2 - 4 pm
A Hybrid Teaching with devon & nico hase
For many householders in the West, Vajrayana practices can feel out of reach. We look forward to practicing with you, as we find out together how depth practice can continue to thrive in these times.
10:00 pm - noon & 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Registration now open!
