events & Classes at ksc
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Registration now open!
Saturday, March 8th, 10am - noon & 2 - 4 pm
Join Lama Pema for an exploration of these truths, and how they support the development of an awakened heart.
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
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.
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
Each Thursday evening from 6:00 - 7:00 pm. In-person and via Zoom. All are welcome.
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
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.
Registration now open!
Friday, May 2nd, 6 - 7 pm
Saturday & Sunday, May 3rd & 4th, 10 am - noon & 2-4 pm
This weekend will introduce the visualization style of meditation, as well as the chance to deepen one’s connection to two compassion practices -- Chenrezig and Tonglen.
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.
