Kagyu Changchub Chuling

Morning Meditation
2026-10-10 07:00 - 07:45 (America/Los_Angeles)
This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner.
Current Meditation Leaders:
Mondays – Judatha Kline
Tuesdays – Pamela Church
Wednesdays – Bonnie Mclean
Thursdays – Debra Wöhrmann
Fridays – Cynthia Irvine
Saturdays – Erik Fromme
Join the Morning Meditation Session
Click 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.
Depending on your Zoom settings, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event.
Passcode: [REDACTED]
If you experience any issues accessing the session, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org.

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VIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-10-10/

Dharma, Sangha, Sing!
2026-10-10 18:00 - 20:00
This event is in-person only.
Bring your voice to join in with Dharma, Sangha, Sing!
We will be meeting to sing a few of the favorite dharma songs sung on Sunday mornings and during retreats at SCOL, and other dharma songs that may be new to sangha members.
Rahmana Wiest is leading the dharma sing, accompanied on harmonium. Some songs will be led by Rahmana and some by other sangha song leaders.
Chord charts will be included on the lyric sheets.
You are invited to bring your guitar, ukulele, mandolin, or other stringed instruments and play along.
If you love singing dharma songs, and love singing with a group, this event is for you!

VIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/dharma-sangha-sing-2/

Children's Program
2026-10-11 09:00 - 11:00 | KCC Portland Center, 4936 NE Skidmore Street, Portland, OR, 97218, United States
Please note: The schedule for the Children’s Program has been adjusted through September. Please check the KCC calendar for upcoming dates.
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.
Sunday Morning Children’s Program
On 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.
The 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.
While 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.
Also 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.

VIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/childrens-program-2-3-2-2/2026-10-11/

Shamatha Meditation - AM
2026-10-11 09:00 - 11:00
This event is in-person and on Zoom.
The foundation of Buddhist meditation is Shamatha, a meditation that develops stable attention which serves as the essential underpinning of all other meditation practices.
At 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.
9:00am – 10:00am — Shamatha meditation, with brief instruction
10:15am – 11:00am — Teachings and/or question and answer session
Join for Shamatha Meditation Online
Click the Zoom button below to enter the session. If you join early, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the session begins.
Depending on your Zoom settings, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event.
Passcode: [REDACTED]
If you experience any issues accessing the session, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org.

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VIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/shamatha-meditation-am-9/2026-10-11/

Newcomers Session
2026-10-11 11:15 - 12:30 | KCC Portland Center, 4936 NE Skidmore Street, Portland, OR, 97218, United States
Held in-person at KCC’s Portland Center and on Zoom.
In this session, we’ll give you information about:

The history, lineage, and teachers of KCC;
The practice and study opportunities offered by KCC;
Fundamental principles of Buddhism;
Basic sitting meditation practice, including a short, guided session; and
How to participate at KCC.

The session is intended for individuals who are either unfamiliar with Buddhist practice or are new to KCC. All are welcome and invited to attend.
Additionally, persons new to KCC are welcome to attend any drop-in meditation or special event; attending the Newcomers Session is not required.
Join Online
Click the Zoom button below to enter the session. If you join early, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the session begins.
Depending on your Zoom settings, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event.
Passcode: [REDACTED]
If you experience any issues accessing the session, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org

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VIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/newcomers-session/2026-10-11/

Shamatha Meditation - PM
2026-10-11 18:30 - 20:00 | KCC Portland Center, 4936 NE Skidmore Street, Portland, OR, 97218, United States
This event is in-person and on Zoom.
The foundation of Buddhist meditation is Shamatha, a meditation that develops stable attention which serves as the essential underpinning of all other meditation practices.
At 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.
6:30pm – 7:15pm — Shamatha meditation, with brief instruction
7:15pm – 8:00pm — Teachings and/or question and answer session
Join for Shamatha Meditation Online
Click the Zoom button below to enter the session. If you join early, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the session begins.
Depending on your Zoom settings, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event.
Passcode: [REDACTED]
If you experience any issues accessing the session, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org.

JOIN ON ZOOM

VIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/shamatha-meditation-pm-6/2026-10-11/

Morning Meditation
2026-10-12 07:00 - 07:45
This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner.
Current Meditation Leaders:
Mondays – Judatha Kline
Tuesdays – Pamela Church
Wednesdays – Bonnie Mclean
Thursdays – Debra Wöhrmann
Fridays – Cynthia Irvine
Saturdays – Erik Fromme
Join the Morning Meditation Session
Click 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.
Depending on your Zoom settings, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event.
Passcode: [REDACTED]
If you experience any issues accessing the session, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org.

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VIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-10-12/

Morning Meditation
2026-10-13 07:00 - 07:45
This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner.
Current Meditation Leaders:
Mondays – Judatha Kline
Tuesdays – Pamela Church
Wednesdays – Bonnie Mclean
Thursdays – Debra Wöhrmann
Fridays – Cynthia Irvine
Saturdays – Erik Fromme
Join the Morning Meditation Session
Click 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.
Depending on your Zoom settings, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event.
Passcode: [REDACTED]
If you experience any issues accessing the session, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org.

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VIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-10-13/

Morning Meditation
2026-10-14 07:00 - 07:45
This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner.
Current Meditation Leaders:
Mondays – Judatha Kline
Tuesdays – Pamela Church
Wednesdays – Bonnie Mclean
Thursdays – Debra Wöhrmann
Fridays – Cynthia Irvine
Saturdays – Erik Fromme
Join the Morning Meditation Session
Click 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.
Depending on your Zoom settings, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event.
Passcode: [REDACTED]
If you experience any issues accessing the session, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org.

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VIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-10-14/

Chenrezi Practice
2026-10-14 19:00 - 20:00 | KCC Portland Center, 4936 NE Skidmore Street, Portland, OR, 97218, United States
Chenrezi practice is now being held in person as well as by Zoom.
The practice of Chenrezi — the embodiment of the compassion of all the buddhas — is an excellent introduction to yidam practice of Vajrayana Buddhism.
The 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.
Join for Chenrezi Practice on Zoom
Click the Zoom button below to enter the session.
Please 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.
Passcode: [REDACTED]
If you experience any issues accessing the session, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org.

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VIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/chenrezi-practice-2-3-2-2-2/2026-10-14/

Morning Meditation
2026-10-15 07:00 - 07:45
This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner.
Current Meditation Leaders:
Mondays – Judatha Kline
Tuesdays – Pamela Church
Wednesdays – Bonnie Mclean
Thursdays – Debra Wöhrmann
Fridays – Cynthia Irvine
Saturdays – Erik Fromme
Join the Morning Meditation Session
Click 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.
Depending on your Zoom settings, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event.
Passcode: [REDACTED]
If you experience any issues accessing the session, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org.

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VIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-10-15/

Thursday Silent Sit
2026-10-15 11:00 - 12:00 | KCC Portland Center, 4936 NE Skidmore Street, Portland, OR, 97218, United States
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.
We hope to see you there!
Questions? Contact cynthia@kcc.org

VIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/thursday-silent-sit-4/2026-10-15/

Morning Meditation
2026-10-16 07:00 - 07:45
This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner.
Current Meditation Leaders:
Mondays – Judatha Kline
Tuesdays – Pamela Church
Wednesdays – Bonnie Mclean
Thursdays – Debra Wöhrmann
Fridays – Cynthia Irvine
Saturdays – Erik Fromme
Join the Morning Meditation Session
Click 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.
Depending on your Zoom settings, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event.
Passcode: [REDACTED]
If you experience any issues accessing the session, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org.

JOIN ON ZOOM

VIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-10-16/

Morning Meditation
2026-10-17 07:00 - 07:45
This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner.
Current Meditation Leaders:
Mondays – Judatha Kline
Tuesdays – Pamela Church
Wednesdays – Bonnie Mclean
Thursdays – Debra Wöhrmann
Fridays – Cynthia Irvine
Saturdays – Erik Fromme
Join the Morning Meditation Session
Click 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.
Depending on your Zoom settings, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event.
Passcode: [REDACTED]
If you experience any issues accessing the session, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org.

JOIN ON ZOOM

VIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-10-17/

Shamatha Meditation - AM
2026-10-18 09:00 - 11:00
This event is in-person and on Zoom.
The foundation of Buddhist meditation is Shamatha, a meditation that develops stable attention which serves as the essential underpinning of all other meditation practices.
At 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.
9:00am – 10:00am — Shamatha meditation, with brief instruction
10:15am – 11:00am — Teachings and/or question and answer session
Join for Shamatha Meditation Online
Click the Zoom button below to enter the session. If you join early, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the session begins.
Depending on your Zoom settings, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event.
Passcode: [REDACTED]
If you experience any issues accessing the session, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org.

JOIN ON ZOOM

VIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/shamatha-meditation-am-9/2026-10-18/

Karma Cleaners
2026-10-18 11:15 - 12:00 | KCC Portland Center, 4936 NE Skidmore Street, Portland, OR, 97218, United States
On the Fourth Sunday of each month, join us after the morning practice to help clean and tidy the urban center. With a list of cleaning tasks, a volunteer helps coordinate this swift and thorough dust bunny round up. Thank you for helping to keep our practice space clean!

VIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/karma-cleaners-7/2026-10-18/

KCC Board Meeting
2026-10-18 13:30 - 15:30
The KCC Board of Directors meets on the third Sunday of every month. Sangha members are welcome to attend.
JOIN THE MEETING ON ZOOM
If you join early, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives.
If you experience any issues accessing the session, please reach out via email at: board@kcc.org

VIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/kcc-board-meeting-2/2026-10-18/

Shamatha Meditation - PM
2026-10-18 18:30 - 20:00 | KCC Portland Center, 4936 NE Skidmore Street, Portland, OR, 97218, United States
This event is in-person and on Zoom.
The foundation of Buddhist meditation is Shamatha, a meditation that develops stable attention which serves as the essential underpinning of all other meditation practices.
At 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.
6:30pm – 7:15pm — Shamatha meditation, with brief instruction
7:15pm – 8:00pm — Teachings and/or question and answer session
Join for Shamatha Meditation Online
Click the Zoom button below to enter the session. If you join early, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the session begins.
Depending on your Zoom settings, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event.
Passcode: [REDACTED]
If you experience any issues accessing the session, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org.

JOIN ON ZOOM

VIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/shamatha-meditation-pm-6/2026-10-18/

Morning Meditation
2026-10-19 07:00 - 07:45
This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner.
Current Meditation Leaders:
Mondays – Judatha Kline
Tuesdays – Pamela Church
Wednesdays – Bonnie Mclean
Thursdays – Debra Wöhrmann
Fridays – Cynthia Irvine
Saturdays – Erik Fromme
Join the Morning Meditation Session
Click 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.
Depending on your Zoom settings, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event.
Passcode: [REDACTED]
If you experience any issues accessing the session, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org.

JOIN ON ZOOM

VIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-10-19/

Morning Meditation
2026-10-20 07:00 - 07:45
This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner.
Current Meditation Leaders:
Mondays – Judatha Kline
Tuesdays – Pamela Church
Wednesdays – Bonnie Mclean
Thursdays – Debra Wöhrmann
Fridays – Cynthia Irvine
Saturdays – Erik Fromme
Join the Morning Meditation Session
Click 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.
Depending on your Zoom settings, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event.
Passcode: [REDACTED]
If you experience any issues accessing the session, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org.

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VIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-10-20/

Death and Dying Study Group
2026-10-20 13:30 - 14:30
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.
1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month – 1:30pm to 2:30pm.
Participation 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.
For our web archive of items of interest, e.g. 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, etc., click HERE.

VIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/death-and-dying-study-group-3-2-2-2/2026-10-20/

Morning Meditation
2026-10-21 07:00 - 07:45
This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner.
Current Meditation Leaders:
Mondays – Judatha Kline
Tuesdays – Pamela Church
Wednesdays – Bonnie Mclean
Thursdays – Debra Wöhrmann
Fridays – Cynthia Irvine
Saturdays – Erik Fromme
Join the Morning Meditation Session
Click 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.
Depending on your Zoom settings, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event.
Passcode: [REDACTED]
If you experience any issues accessing the session, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org.

JOIN ON ZOOM

VIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-10-21/

Chenrezi Practice
2026-10-21 19:00 - 20:00 | KCC Portland Center, 4936 NE Skidmore Street, Portland, OR, 97218, United States
Chenrezi practice is now being held in person as well as by Zoom.
The practice of Chenrezi — the embodiment of the compassion of all the buddhas — is an excellent introduction to yidam practice of Vajrayana Buddhism.
The 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.
Join for Chenrezi Practice on Zoom
Click the Zoom button below to enter the session.
Please 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.
Passcode: [REDACTED]
If you experience any issues accessing the session, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org.

JOIN ON ZOOM

VIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/chenrezi-practice-2-3-2-2-2/2026-10-21/

Morning Meditation
2026-10-22 07:00 - 07:45
This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner.
Current Meditation Leaders:
Mondays – Judatha Kline
Tuesdays – Pamela Church
Wednesdays – Bonnie Mclean
Thursdays – Debra Wöhrmann
Fridays – Cynthia Irvine
Saturdays – Erik Fromme
Join the Morning Meditation Session
Click 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.
Depending on your Zoom settings, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event.
Passcode: [REDACTED]
If you experience any issues accessing the session, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org.

JOIN ON ZOOM

VIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-10-22/

Thursday Silent Sit
2026-10-22 11:00 - 12:00 | KCC Portland Center, 4936 NE Skidmore Street, Portland, OR, 97218, United States
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.
We hope to see you there!
Questions? Contact cynthia@kcc.org

VIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/thursday-silent-sit-4/2026-10-22/

Morning Meditation
2026-10-23 07:00 - 07:45
This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner.
Current Meditation Leaders:
Mondays – Judatha Kline
Tuesdays – Pamela Church
Wednesdays – Bonnie Mclean
Thursdays – Debra Wöhrmann
Fridays – Cynthia Irvine
Saturdays – Erik Fromme
Join the Morning Meditation Session
Click 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.
Depending on your Zoom settings, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event.
Passcode: [REDACTED]
If you experience any issues accessing the session, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org.

JOIN ON ZOOM

VIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-10-23/

Morning Meditation
2026-10-24 07:00 - 07:45
This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner.
Current Meditation Leaders:
Mondays – Judatha Kline
Tuesdays – Pamela Church
Wednesdays – Bonnie Mclean
Thursdays – Debra Wöhrmann
Fridays – Cynthia Irvine
Saturdays – Erik Fromme
Join the Morning Meditation Session
Click 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.
Depending on your Zoom settings, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event.
Passcode: [REDACTED]
If you experience any issues accessing the session, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org.

JOIN ON ZOOM

VIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-10-24/

Children's Program
2026-10-25 09:00 - 11:00 | KCC Portland Center, 4936 NE Skidmore Street, Portland, OR, 97218, United States
Please note: The schedule for the Children’s Program has been adjusted through September. Please check the KCC calendar for upcoming dates.
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.
Sunday Morning Children’s Program
On 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.
The 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.
While 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.
Also 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.

VIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/childrens-program-11-3/2026-10-25/

Shamatha Meditation - AM
2026-10-25 09:00 - 11:00
This event is in-person and on Zoom.
The foundation of Buddhist meditation is Shamatha, a meditation that develops stable attention which serves as the essential underpinning of all other meditation practices.
At 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.
9:00am – 10:00am — Shamatha meditation, with brief instruction
10:15am – 11:00am — Teachings and/or question and answer session
Join for Shamatha Meditation Online
Click the Zoom button below to enter the session. If you join early, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the session begins.
Depending on your Zoom settings, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event.
Passcode: [REDACTED]
If you experience any issues accessing the session, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org.

JOIN ON ZOOM

VIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/shamatha-meditation-am-9/2026-10-25/

Shamatha Meditation - PM
2026-10-25 18:30 - 20:00 | KCC Portland Center, 4936 NE Skidmore Street, Portland, OR, 97218, United States
This event is in-person and on Zoom.
The foundation of Buddhist meditation is Shamatha, a meditation that develops stable attention which serves as the essential underpinning of all other meditation practices.
At 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.
6:30pm – 7:15pm — Shamatha meditation, with brief instruction
7:15pm – 8:00pm — Teachings and/or question and answer session
Join for Shamatha Meditation Online
Click the Zoom button below to enter the session. If you join early, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the session begins.
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If you experience any issues accessing the session, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org.

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VIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/shamatha-meditation-pm-6/2026-10-25/
