events & Classes at ksc
The KSC Library is open through June. Click here for current hours. (Please note: The library will be closed for all State and Federal holidays.
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.
Curious about the practices at our temple? Please join us for Newcomers' night! The evening will begin with a guided Calm Abiding Meditation, followed by Lama Pema introducing the center and its winter season events. Come meet other sangha members and bring a friend! All are welcome and no registration required.
6:00 - 7:30 pm, in-person & via Zoom
Registration now open!
In this day of practice, we will explore meditations adapted from Tibetan Buddhism to learn how to become familiar with the experience of compassion, and more readily access compassion in our daily lives.
One Sunday each month, from 9:00 to 11:30 am.
Join Lama Pema for a guided Calm Abiding Meditation, followed by a tea break and teaching. All are welcome.
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.
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.
Led by Lama Yeshe, Joyful Effort Practice Group focuses on the Ngöndro or Preliminaries meditations.
Meets on Calm Abiding Sundays, noon - 2:00 pm, in-person & via Zoom
Each Thursday evening from 6:00 - 7:00 pm. In-person and via Zoom. All are welcome.
This training is being held for current and new hosts of Thursday evening and Sunday morning meditations. It is also open to all those who are interested in the sanctuary, and the ways that volunteers care for it.
Sunday, February 2nd, 10 am - noon
In-person only, donation requested
Registration now open!
One Sunday each month, from 9:00 to 11:30 am.
Join Lama Yeshe for a guided Tonglen Meditation, followed by a tea break and teaching. All are welcome.
The guided Tonglen meditation begins with consideration and transformation of our own sufferings, and moves us outward to encompass the reality of others’ situation.
Led by Lama Pema, this group takes Calm Abiding meditation a step further with contemplating and exploring the mind.
Meets on Tonglen Sundays, 12:30 - 2:00 pm
Zoom only
Prerequisites: Tranquility Group membership of 2+ years or equivalent experience, and the lama’s permission is required.
Led by Lama Pema, this group meets monthly in-person and via Zoom on Wednesday afternoons to deepen insight meditation.
Prerequisites: Insight I Practice Group membership of 2+ years or equivalent
The Tranquility Practice Group is now full.
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.
In-person only
Friday, February 28th
Mahakala (5 pm) and Chenrezig (6:15 pm) Meditations
Hybrid event, open to all, no registration required
Tibetan New Year is celebrated in late February this year. To honor Losar, we practice meditations of cutting through obstacles. This clears the energy of the old year, to make space for a fresh start.
Mark your calendars!
Saturday, March 8th, 10am - noon & 2-4 pm
Stay tuned for more information and registration!
Mark your calendars!
Saturday & Sunday, May 3rd & 4th
10 am - noon & 2 - 4 pm
Stay tuned for more information & registration!
This retreat is now full. Please contact the KSC office to be placed on a wait list: office@kscashland.org.
We invite you to join Lama Pema and Lama Yeshe in quiet contemplation and meditation amidst the rare beauty of Buckhorn Springs, Ashland, Oregon.
