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SUMMARY:Shamatha Meditation - PM
DESCRIPTION:This event is in-person and on Zoom. \nThe foundation of Buddhist meditation is Shamatha\, a meditation that develops stable attention which serves as the essential underpinning of all other meditation practices. \nAt the beginning of each session\, brief instruction to the practice of Shamatha will be given.  After a one-hour session and a 10-minute break\, there will be a teaching or question-and-answer period with participants. \n6:30pm – 7:15pm — Shamatha meditation\, with brief instruction\n7:15pm – 8:00pm — Teachings and/or question and answer session \nJoin for Shamatha Meditation Online \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the session begins. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 798448 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \nJOIN ON ZOOM \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/shamatha-meditation-pm-2-2-5/2026-01-04/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/shamatha-meditation-pm-2-2-5/2026-01-04/
LOCATION:KCC Portland Center\, 4936 NE Skidmore Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260105T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260105T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
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SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-01-05/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-01-05/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260105T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260105T080000
DTSTAMP:20250916T190306Z
CREATED:20250903T220218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T190306Z
UID:10008921-1767596400-1767600000@kcc.org
SUMMARY:White Tara Morning Practice
DESCRIPTION:White Tara is a beloved practice in Vajrayana Buddhism known for enhancing longevity\, removing obstacles\, aiding in the development of compassion\, and for being a pathway to wisdom. \nWhite Tara is a yidam—an embodiment of awakened mind\, an expression of nondual wisdom—that we embody to lead us to that nondual awakened mind that is our nature. \nThe practice is recited in English the first Monday of each month and led alternately by Lama Eric and Ani Tsultrim. \nTo attend the White Tara practice\, you must have\nreceived the White Tara empowerment in any tradition. \nJoin for White Tara Practice on Zoom \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 563145 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \nJOIN ON ZOOM\n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/white-tara-morning-practice/2026-01-05/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/white-tara-morning-practice/2026-01-05/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:White Tara Practice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260106T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260106T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
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SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-01-06/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-01-06/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260106T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260106T143000
DTSTAMP:20240412T171858Z
CREATED:20240412T171857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T171858Z
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SUMMARY:Death and Dying Study Group
DESCRIPTION:The Death and Dying Study Group chooses material to work with before gathering to discuss. On 1st Tuesdays we continue working through a book. On 3rd Tuesdays our focus is on films\, articles and poems available online or are easily sent out to the study group as a PDF. We have a common interest to learn more about death and dying by reading or viewing\, discussing\, and hearing each other. \n1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month – 1:30pm to 2:30pm — on Zoom only.  \nParticipation in the study group is open to all\, but the Zoom meetings are done by password-protected invitation email. Anyone who is interested should contact Catherine Harris at catahar@peak.org or Jan Glenn at janbglenn@yahoo.com. \nFor our web archive of items of interest — for example\, Lama Eric’s booklet for July 2020 class ’Skillfully Traversing the Bardos’\, calligraphy by Jan Glenn\, list of books\, compilations of poems\, jokes and cartoons\, as well as our meeting structure and links to legal documents — click HERE.\n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/death-and-dying-study-group-2-2-2-2/2026-01-06/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/death-and-dying-study-group-2-2-2-2/2026-01-06/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Death & Dying Study Group,Regular Practices,Study Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Maier":MAILTO:mmjmaier@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260107T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260107T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
UID:10009316-1767769200-1767771900@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-01-07/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-01-07/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kcc.org/wp-content/uploads/singing-bowl-1-scaled.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260107T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260107T200000
DTSTAMP:20260611T214519Z
CREATED:20250920T170500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T214519Z
UID:10005279-1767812400-1767816000@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Chenrezi Practice
DESCRIPTION:Chenrezi practice is now being held in person as well as by Zoom.  \nThe practice of Chenrezi — the embodiment of the compassion of all the buddhas — is an excellent introduction to yidam practice of Vajrayana Buddhism. \nThe practice text is chanted in English and/or Tibetan on 1st Wednesday. Lama Eric leads in English on 3rd Wednesdays. The text is chanted in Tibetan on 2nd\, 4th\, and 5th Wednesdays.  All are welcome. \nJoin for Chenrezi Practice on Zoom \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. \nPlease note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 PM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. Depending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 489192 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \nJOIN ON ZOOM \n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/chenrezi-practice-2-3-2-2-2/2026-01-07/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/chenrezi-practice-2-3-2-2-2/2026-01-07/
LOCATION:KCC Portland Center\, 4936 NE Skidmore Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chenrezi,Regular Practices
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260108T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260108T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
UID:10009317-1767855600-1767858300@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-01-08/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-01-08/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kcc.org/wp-content/uploads/singing-bowl-1-scaled.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260108T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260108T203000
DTSTAMP:20251204T175931Z
CREATED:20251129T002521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T175931Z
UID:10009219-1767897000-1767904200@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Living the Wisdom of Lojong: A Course in Applied Mind Training
DESCRIPTION:We’re delighted to share that the Mind Training study group will relaunch this January as a new course in applied practice. \nThis course offers an opportunity to explore the classic Buddhist teachings known as Lojong\, or “mind training.” These teachings are organized into short\, memorable sayings\, called aphorisms\, that serve as practical reminders for cultivating compassion\, resilience\, and wisdom in everyday life. Whether you are continuing on from 2025’s Mind Training: Foundational Texts Review\, or joining us for the first time\, you’ll be warmly welcomed. \nThis round of classes will cover a large number of the aphorisms from the classic Seven-Point Mind Training teachings\, placing special emphasis on practice and integration. The usual 18‑month curriculum\, led by Tim Campbell\, has been condensed into an 8-month course\, allowing us to focus deeply on the core aphorisms from Points 1 and 2\, which establish the foundations of mind training\, while also engaging with key selections from Points 3–7. \nTogether\, we’ll reflect\, discuss\, and apply these aphorisms\, bringing their wisdom into the challenges and opportunities of modern life. \nLogistics & Schedule \nStart Date: January 8\nWhen: Every 2nd and 4th Thursday\nTime: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM\nWhere: Hybrid format—in-person at KCC and on Zoom.\nText: Training In Compassion\, by Norman Fischer \nThe Heart of the Practice \nAs the poet David Whyte reminds us\, “There’s a small opening at the beginning of each day that closes the moment you begin your plans. What you can plan is too small for what you can live.” In that spirit\, we’ll keep our structure focused but flexible\, while staying centered on practice. \nBefore the first class\, we will send out your initial reading assignment. The subsequent bi-weekly rhythm will follow this pattern: \n\n2nd Thursday Class (Practice Initiation): We will come together to explore the questions and insights from the previous two weeks of study. The core focus will be to understand\, “What is the practice?” We will then engage in the active practice of the specific aphorism\, committing ourselves to it for the next two weeks.\nBetween Classes (Two Weeks): Participants engage in the committed\, real-world practice of the aphorism.\n4th Thursday Class (Review & Introduction): We will review our practice efforts\, dialog about any issues or questions that arose\, and refine our engagement. We will then introduce the reading assignment and contemplation theme for the next two-week cycle.\n\nThis practice-focused cycle ensures we are using the aphorisms not just as philosophy\, but as tools for transformation. We invite both continuing participants and newcomers to join us in this journey of practice and discovery and hope to see you there! \n  \nREGISTER HERE \n  \nThis course is offered on a sliding scale to honor diverse circumstances. Participation is open to all\, regardless of financial means. We ask that everyone register\, and those with the ability to contribute more are warmly invited to do so\, supporting the sustainability of our programs.\n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/living-the-wisdom-of-lojong/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/living-the-wisdom-of-lojong/
LOCATION:KCC Portland Center\, 4936 NE Skidmore Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mind Training Study Group,Study Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260109T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260109T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
UID:10009318-1767942000-1767944700@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-01-09/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-01-09/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kcc.org/wp-content/uploads/singing-bowl-1-scaled.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260110T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260110T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
UID:10009319-1768028400-1768031100@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-01-10/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-01-10/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kcc.org/wp-content/uploads/singing-bowl-1-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T110000
DTSTAMP:20240319T223935Z
CREATED:20240319T223935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T223935Z
UID:10007330-1768122000-1768129200@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Children's Program
DESCRIPTION:The KCC Children’s Program is an opportunity to introduce children to Buddhist values within a supportive\, sincere dharma community using simple dharma activities\, storytelling\, open discussion\, songs\, art projects and activities\, including play\, to promote kindness and compassion. Our goal is to provide a fun\, meaningful experience for all. \nSunday Morning Children’s Program \nOn the second and fourth Sundays of each month\, from 9:00 to 11:00 am\, we offer the Sunday Morning Children’s Program. This program normally starts in September and runs through the second Sunday in June. In July and August we meet once a month on the fourth Sunday. We require that at least one parent or guardian be present at KCC when their child attends. \nThe age range we currently serve is 5 to 12; however\, we do allow slightly younger and older children on a case by case basis as appropriate. Please feel free to discuss this with the program coordinator if needed. \nWhile there is no fee for the program\, dana (offerings) are accepted and go towards helping us continue providing programs such as these. In order to support the program on Sundays we ask that parents agree to be available to assist the teacher if needed – this is a shared role and can be filled by parents or other adults who wish to participate in this way. During the regular school year please note that we request you consider committing to bringing your child both Sundays each month throughout this time frame\, but this is not required. \nAlso please be aware that\, to attend this program\, your child needs to be able to manage their speech and physical activity cooperatively in a small group to help maintain a peaceful children’s sangha. If this is a concern we ask that you attend with your child until they are comfortable with the group. Ultimately we want to be as inclusive as possible\, but must also work to create a safe and welcoming environment for all attending. \nChildcare for Children Under Five \nWe also offer childcare for children 3 to 4 years old on the Sunday mornings when the program is offered.\n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/childrens-program-2/2026-01-11/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/childrens-program-2/2026-01-11/
LOCATION:KCC Portland Center\, 4936 NE Skidmore Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Portland Event,Retreats & Special Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kcc.org/wp-content/uploads/Childrens-Program.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T110000
DTSTAMP:20260218T214053Z
CREATED:20260218T214053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T214053Z
UID:10010017-1768122000-1768129200@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Children's Program
DESCRIPTION:The KCC Children’s Program is an opportunity to introduce children to Buddhist values within a supportive\, sincere dharma community using simple dharma activities\, storytelling\, open discussion\, songs\, art projects and activities\, including play\, to promote kindness and compassion. Our goal is to provide a fun\, meaningful experience for all. \nSunday Morning Children’s Program \nOn the second and fourth Sundays of each month\, from 9:00 to 11:00 am\, we offer the Sunday Morning Children’s Program. This program normally starts in September and runs through the second Sunday in June. In July and August we meet once a month on the fourth Sunday. We require that at least one parent or guardian be present at KCC when their child attends. \nThe age range we currently serve is 6 to 12; however\, we do allow slightly younger and older children on a case by case basis as appropriate. Please feel free to discuss this with the program coordinator if needed. \nWhile there is no fee for the program\, dana (offerings) are accepted and go towards helping us continue providing programs such as these. In order to support the program on Sundays we ask that parents agree to be available to assist the teacher if needed – this is a shared role and can be filled by parents or other adults who wish to participate in this way. During the regular school year please note that we request you consider committing to bringing your child both Sundays each month throughout this time frame\, but this is not required. \nAlso please be aware that\, to attend this program\, your child needs to be able to manage their speech and physical activity cooperatively in a small group to help maintain a peaceful children’s sangha. If this is a concern we ask that you attend with your child until they are comfortable with the group. Ultimately we want to be as inclusive as possible\, but must also work to create a safe and welcoming environment for all attending.\n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/childrens-program-2-3/2026-01-11/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/childrens-program-2-3/2026-01-11/
LOCATION:KCC Portland Center\, 4936 NE Skidmore Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Portland Event,Retreats & Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T110000
DTSTAMP:20260218T214143Z
CREATED:20260218T214143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T214143Z
UID:10010025-1768122000-1768129200@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Children's Program
DESCRIPTION:The KCC Children’s Program is an opportunity to introduce children to Buddhist values within a supportive\, sincere dharma community using simple dharma activities\, storytelling\, open discussion\, songs\, art projects and activities\, including play\, to promote kindness and compassion. Our goal is to provide a fun\, meaningful experience for all. \nSunday Morning Children’s Program \nOn the second and fourth Sundays of each month\, from 9:00 to 11:00 am\, we offer the Sunday Morning Children’s Program. This program normally starts in September and runs through the second Sunday in June. In July and August we meet once a month on the fourth Sunday. We require that at least one parent or guardian be present at KCC when their child attends. \nThe age range we currently serve is 6 to 12; however\, we do allow slightly younger and older children on a case by case basis as appropriate. Please feel free to discuss this with the program coordinator\, Laurie Simpson\, if needed. Email contact here. \nWhile there is no fee for the program\, dana (offerings) are accepted and go towards helping us continue providing programs such as these. In order to support the program on Sundays we ask that parents agree to be available to assist the teacher if needed – this is a shared role and can be filled by parents or other adults who wish to participate in this way. During the regular school year please note that we request you consider committing to bringing your child both Sundays each month throughout this time frame\, but this is not required. \nAlso please be aware that\, to attend this program\, your child needs to be able to manage their speech and physical activity cooperatively in a small group to help maintain a peaceful children’s sangha. If this is a concern we ask that you attend with your child until they are comfortable with the group. Ultimately we want to be as inclusive as possible\, but must also work to create a safe and welcoming environment for all attending.\n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/childrens-program-2-3-2/2026-01-11/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/childrens-program-2-3-2/2026-01-11/
LOCATION:KCC Portland Center\, 4936 NE Skidmore Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Portland Event,Retreats & Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T110000
DTSTAMP:20260515T222406Z
CREATED:20260515T222406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T222406Z
UID:10010696-1768122000-1768129200@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Children's Program
DESCRIPTION:Please note: The schedule for the Children’s Program has been adjusted through September. Please check the KCC calendar for upcoming dates. \nThe KCC Children’s Program is an opportunity to introduce children to Buddhist values within a supportive\, sincere dharma community using simple dharma activities\, storytelling\, open discussion\, songs\, art projects and activities\, including play\, to promote kindness and compassion. Our goal is to provide a fun\, meaningful experience for all. \nSunday Morning Children’s Program \nOn the second and fourth Sundays of each month\, from 9:00 to 11:00 am\, we offer the Sunday Morning Children’s Program. This program normally starts in September and runs through the second Sunday in June. In July and August we meet once a month on the fourth Sunday. We require that at least one parent or guardian be present at KCC when their child attends. \nThe age range we currently serve is 6 to 12; however\, we do allow slightly younger and older children on a case by case basis as appropriate. Please feel free to discuss this with the program coordinator\, Laurie Simpson\, if needed. Email contact here. \nWhile there is no fee for the program\, dana (offerings) are accepted and go towards helping us continue providing programs such as these. In order to support the program on Sundays we ask that parents agree to be available to assist the teacher if needed – this is a shared role and can be filled by parents or other adults who wish to participate in this way. During the regular school year please note that we request you consider committing to bringing your child both Sundays each month throughout this time frame\, but this is not required. \nAlso please be aware that\, to attend this program\, your child needs to be able to manage their speech and physical activity cooperatively in a small group to help maintain a peaceful children’s sangha. If this is a concern we ask that you attend with your child until they are comfortable with the group. Ultimately we want to be as inclusive as possible\, but must also work to create a safe and welcoming environment for all attending.\n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/childrens-program-2-3-2-2/2026-01-11/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/childrens-program-2-3-2-2/2026-01-11/
LOCATION:KCC Portland Center\, 4936 NE Skidmore Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Portland Event,Retreats & Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T235008Z
CREATED:20260108T153259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T235008Z
UID:10009654-1768130100-1768134600@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Newcomers Session
DESCRIPTION:Held in-person at KCC’s Portland Center and on Zoom. \nIn this session\, we’ll give you information about: \n\nThe history\, lineage\, and teachers of KCC;\nThe practice and study opportunities offered by KCC;\nFundamental principles of Buddhism;\nBasic sitting meditation practice\, including a short\, guided session; and\nHow to participate at KCC.\n\nThe session is intended for individuals who are either unfamiliar with Buddhist practice or are new to KCC. All are welcome and invited to attend. \nAdditionally\, persons new to KCC are welcome to attend any drop-in meditation or special event; attending the Newcomers Session is not required. \nJoin Online \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the session begins. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 798448 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org \nJOIN ON ZOOM\n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/newcomers-session-6-2/2026-01-11/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/newcomers-session-6-2/2026-01-11/
LOCATION:KCC Portland Center\, 4936 NE Skidmore Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Newcomers to KCC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T200000
DTSTAMP:20250922T221727Z
CREATED:20250922T221427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T221727Z
UID:10005552-1768156200-1768161600@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Shamatha Meditation - PM
DESCRIPTION:This event is in-person and on Zoom. \nThe foundation of Buddhist meditation is Shamatha\, a meditation that develops stable attention which serves as the essential underpinning of all other meditation practices. \nAt the beginning of each session\, brief instruction to the practice of Shamatha will be given.  After a one-hour session and a 10-minute break\, there will be a teaching or question-and-answer period with participants. \n6:30pm – 7:15pm — Shamatha meditation\, with brief instruction\n7:15pm – 8:00pm — Teachings and/or question and answer session \nJoin for Shamatha Meditation Online \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the session begins. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 798448 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \nJOIN ON ZOOM \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/shamatha-pm-2021-11-28-3-2-13-2-19-7-15-7/2026-01-11/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/shamatha-pm-2021-11-28-3-2-13-2-19-7-15-7/2026-01-11/
LOCATION:KCC Portland Center\, 4936 NE Skidmore Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260111T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T202301Z
CREATED:20260304T022544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T202301Z
UID:10010459-1768156200-1768161600@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Shamatha Meditation - PM
DESCRIPTION:This event is in-person and on Zoom. \nThe foundation of Buddhist meditation is Shamatha\, a meditation that develops stable attention which serves as the essential underpinning of all other meditation practices. \nAt the beginning of each session\, brief instruction to the practice of Shamatha will be given.  After a one-hour session and a 10-minute break\, there will be a teaching or question-and-answer period with participants. \n6:30pm – 7:15pm — Shamatha meditation\, with brief instruction\n7:15pm – 8:00pm — Teachings and/or question and answer session \nJoin for Shamatha Meditation Online \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the session begins. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 798448 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \nJOIN ON ZOOM \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/shamatha-meditation-pm-2-2-5/2026-01-11/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/shamatha-meditation-pm-2-2-5/2026-01-11/
LOCATION:KCC Portland Center\, 4936 NE Skidmore Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260112T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260112T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
UID:10009320-1768201200-1768203900@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-01-12/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-01-12/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260112T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260112T080000
DTSTAMP:20250916T190215Z
CREATED:20250916T190152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T190215Z
UID:10008947-1768201200-1768204800@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Green Tara Morning Practice
DESCRIPTION:The practice of Green Tara belongs to the Vajrayana class of meditations. Tara is considered the embodiment of the activity of all the buddhas. \nThe practice text is chanted in English on the second and fourth Monday of the month\, and in Tibetan on the third and fifth Monday of the month. \nThe practice is led alternately by Lama Eric and Ani Tsultrim. \nYou do not need to have received the Green Tara empowerment to attend. \nJoin for Green Tara Practice on Zoom \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 563145 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \nJOIN ON ZOOM \n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/green-tara-morning-practice-2-2/2026-01-12/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/green-tara-morning-practice-2-2/2026-01-12/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Green Tara Practice,Regular Practices
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260113T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260113T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
UID:10009321-1768287600-1768290300@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-01-13/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-01-13/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260114T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260114T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
UID:10009322-1768374000-1768376700@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-01-14/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-01-14/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260114T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260114T200000
DTSTAMP:20260611T214519Z
CREATED:20250920T170500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T214519Z
UID:10005280-1768417200-1768420800@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Chenrezi Practice
DESCRIPTION:Chenrezi practice is now being held in person as well as by Zoom.  \nThe practice of Chenrezi — the embodiment of the compassion of all the buddhas — is an excellent introduction to yidam practice of Vajrayana Buddhism. \nThe practice text is chanted in English and/or Tibetan on 1st Wednesday. Lama Eric leads in English on 3rd Wednesdays. The text is chanted in Tibetan on 2nd\, 4th\, and 5th Wednesdays.  All are welcome. \nJoin for Chenrezi Practice on Zoom \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. \nPlease note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 PM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. Depending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 489192 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \nJOIN ON ZOOM \n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/chenrezi-practice-2-3-2-2-2/2026-01-14/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/chenrezi-practice-2-3-2-2-2/2026-01-14/
LOCATION:KCC Portland Center\, 4936 NE Skidmore Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chenrezi,Regular Practices
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260115T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260115T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
UID:10009323-1768460400-1768463100@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-01-15/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-01-15/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260115T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260114T153106Z
CREATED:20260114T151137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T153106Z
UID:10009678-1768474800-1768478400@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Thursday Silent Sit
DESCRIPTION:A silent sit is offered on Thursdays\, from 11:00 AM to noon\, hosted by members of the sangha at KCC. A bell will ring at noon to close the session\, and anyone who’d like to stay for a brown‑bag lunch is warmly welcome. \nWe’ll continue offering this weekly sit through mid‑February as we gauge interest. \nWe hope to see you there! \nQuestions? Contact cynthia@kcc.org\n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/thursday-silent-sit/2026-01-15/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/thursday-silent-sit/2026-01-15/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Community,Weekly Schedule
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260116T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260116T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
UID:10009324-1768546800-1768549500@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-01-16/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-01-16/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260117T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260117T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
UID:10009325-1768633200-1768635900@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-01-17/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-01-17/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260117T113000
DTSTAMP:20260116T124844Z
CREATED:20251113T194842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T124844Z
UID:10009158-1768644000-1768649400@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Moonbeams of Mahamudra Course
DESCRIPTION:Exclusively over Zoom\, third Saturdays from January through May 2026 at 10:00 AM Pacific time. \nThere is no assigned reading for this first class. \nPrerequisite: Open to all who have practiced shamatha (calm abiding) meditation for at least one year. The class will assume basic familiarity with the practice to allow us to immediately engage with the text. \nAs part of opening KCC’s 50th anniversary year\, we are delighted to invite Elizabeth Callahan to lead us in five sessions of teaching\, meditation\, and discussion on mahamudra shamatha. This is sure to be a deeply beneficial and inspirational series\, and we hope that many of you partake in it! \nMahamudra shamatha establishes the space in which we behold the nature of mind. This program will explore these instructions as presented in Dakpo Tashi Namgyal’s Moonbeams of Mahamudra\, an early comprehensive work in this tradition. The guidance presented therein reflects the Dakpo Kagyu shamatha meditation: resting quietly in nonconceptuality with the sharp clarity of mindfulness and alertness. \nThe primary focus of this series of classes and discussion groups will be to support and deepen our personal practice of mahamudra shamatha. Preparation for each session will include a reading in Moonbeams of Mahamudra (no reading assignment for the first session). \nEach class will include an introductory talk\, guided meditation\, and breakout group discussions. \nBetween the monthly classes\, it is expected that participants will spend some time practicing the specific shamatha instructions. Lama Eric will hold a discussion group on the first Saturday of each month to allow for more guided practice and conversation around the teachings. \nRequired text: Moonbeams of Mahamudra (if not using this link\, be sure to purchase Elizabeth’s newer translation of the text.) Discounted copies of the text can be purchased from KCC’s bookstore. \nWe ask participants commit to attending the sessions led by Elizabeth Callahan. Review sessions with Lama Eric are optional\, but we strongly encourage participation. To support ease and flexibility\, monthly installments can be selected through the registration form. If you would prefer to pay by check\, we ask that it cover the full course fee. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \n  \nOnce registered\, you will receive an email with the Zoom link\, password\, and access to the Vimeo showcase which will host recordings of the sessions. Please check your inbox for an email titled “Welcome to Moonbeams of Mahamudra Course” if you are not able to find the link. If encountering any difficulties logging on\, email cynthia@kcc.org.  \nElizabeth Callahan began her contemplative training and Tibetan studies in 1977 and completed two three-year retreats at Kagyu Thubten Chöling\, New York\, under the direction of Kalu Rinpoche. She is a student of Khenpo Tsültrim Gyamtso Rinpoche and has translated key texts of the Kagyu tradition\, including Mahamudra: Ocean of Definitive Meaning\, Profound Inner Principles\, Moonbeams of Mahamudra and\, most recently\, Treasury of Precious Instructions\, Marpa Kagyu. She has been a Tsadra Foundation Fellow since 2002 and is a director of Marpa Foundation. \nHaving completed the translations of two of the most influential works on Mahamudra in the Kagyu tradition\, Elizabeth’s willingness to lead study and practice groups on shamatha and vipashyana over the past several years has been met with deep gratitude and appreciation.\n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/mahamudra-shamatha-class/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/mahamudra-shamatha-class/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Mahamudra Shamatha Study Group,Study Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260118T110000
DTSTAMP:20260414T202253Z
CREATED:20251205T001958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T202253Z
UID:10009264-1768726800-1768734000@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Shamatha Meditation - AM
DESCRIPTION:The foundation of Buddhist meditation is Shamatha\, a meditation that develops stable attention which serves as the essential underpinning of all other meditation practices. \nAt the beginning of each session\, brief instruction to the practice of Shamatha will be given. After a one-hour session and a 10-minute break\, there will be a teaching or question-and-answer period with participants. \n9:00am – 10:00am — Shamatha meditation\, with brief instruction\n10:15am – 11:00am — Teachings and/or question and answer session \nJoin for Shamatha Meditation Online \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the session begins. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 798448 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \nJOIN ON ZOOM\n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/shamatha-meditation-am-19-3-15-6-2-6/2026-01-18/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/shamatha-meditation-am-19-3-15-6-2-6/2026-01-18/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Newcomers to KCC,Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260118T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260118T200000
DTSTAMP:20250922T221727Z
CREATED:20250922T221427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T221727Z
UID:10005553-1768761000-1768766400@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Shamatha Meditation - PM
DESCRIPTION:This event is in-person and on Zoom. \nThe foundation of Buddhist meditation is Shamatha\, a meditation that develops stable attention which serves as the essential underpinning of all other meditation practices. \nAt the beginning of each session\, brief instruction to the practice of Shamatha will be given.  After a one-hour session and a 10-minute break\, there will be a teaching or question-and-answer period with participants. \n6:30pm – 7:15pm — Shamatha meditation\, with brief instruction\n7:15pm – 8:00pm — Teachings and/or question and answer session \nJoin for Shamatha Meditation Online \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the session begins. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 798448 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \nJOIN ON ZOOM \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/shamatha-pm-2021-11-28-3-2-13-2-19-7-15-7/2026-01-18/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/shamatha-pm-2021-11-28-3-2-13-2-19-7-15-7/2026-01-18/
LOCATION:KCC Portland Center\, 4936 NE Skidmore Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation
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