events & Classes at ksc
Mondays & Wednesdays: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Sundays after Lama teachings: 11:30 - noon
The library will be closed December 22 - 31
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.
Noon - 1:00 pm
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.
Jan 28, 2026, 7:00 - 8:00 pm at Meese Auditorium AB 101, SOU Art Building
Free and open to the public
via zoom: https://sou.zoom.us/j/83546557619
Is it possible to experience joy within a world that is in turmoil? In this presentation, a teacher (i.e., lama) from the Tibetan Buddhist tradition and a scientist will discuss the potential for people to uncover inner resources for happiness, including underlying positive qualities of creativity, agency, joy, and compassion.
Thursdays, 6:00 – 7:00 pm, in-person & via Zoom
All are welcome! No registration required.
This meditation is common to many traditions of Buddhism. 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.
Please contact the office to be placed on the email list and receive the Zoom link: office@kscashland.org
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.
Upcoming Tonglen Sundays: Mar. 8, Apr. 12
Dharma Kids is now full! Please register to be placed on waitlist. Click on above image.
The Dharma Kids program serves children in grades K - 6. The program provides a wonderful opportunity for children to learn about and experience the Dharma in ways suitable for children.
Registration is now closed.
Led by Lama Pema, this group takes Calm Abiding meditation a step further with contemplating and exploring the mind. Open to new and renewing members at the November meeting.
Meets on Tonglen Sundays, 12:30 - 2:00 pm (beginning in November)
Zoom only
Prerequisites: Tranquility Group membership of 2+ years or equivalent experience, and the lama’s permission is required.
Registration now open!
An interactive workshop led by visiting teacher, Lama Lekshe King-Tamang
Saturday & Sunday, February 7th - 8th, 10 am - noon & 2 - 4 pm
Difficult conversations happen not because people don’t care, but because people care deeply in different ways. Gain skills to listen with openness, speak with honesty, and stay in relationship in challenging conversations.
Registration is now closed.
Led by Lama Pema, this group meets monthly on Wednesday afternoons to deepen insight meditation. Open to new and renewing members at the November meeting.
Meets monthly on Wednesdays from 2 - 4 pm
In-person & via Zoom
Prerequisites: Insight I Practice Group membership of 2+ years or equivalent
Join us at the KSC Sanctuary, Sunday, January 18th, 9:30 - 10:30 am
All are welcome to join in simple, serene community meditation for peace. We delight in sharing this sacred space.
Upcoming Open Meditation for Peace: Feb. 15
Wednesday, February 18, 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Mahakala and Special Chenrezig Meditations
In-person only, no registration required
May we all join in clearing obstacles from the past, to welcome in a new year!
Lama Pema and Lama Yeshe will lead the practices, opening each with a short talk about Losar and the practices themselves. Both meditations will be done in chanted Tibetan with musical accompaniment
Please consider bringing non-perishable food items to contribute to the Talent Food Bank. We will have a barrel in the lobby for collections. Thank you!
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.
Upcoming Calm Abiding Sundays: Mar. 29, Apr. 26
Registration now closed.
Led by Lama Yeshe, Joyful Effort Practice Group focuses on the Ngöndro or Preliminaries meditations. This series of Vajrayana (visualization) practices prepares the mind to receive and integrate Mahamudra teachings, by deepening our connection to the resources of the path, clearing our mind of negativity, strengthening our natural generosity, and creating a strong bond with our teachers.
Meets on Calm Abiding Sundays, noon - 2:30 pm
In-person & via Zoom
No prerequisites for this group.
Registration is now closed.
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, or newcomers to meditation practice.
Group meet monthly on Sundays, 1:30 - 3 pm (new time)
In-person only
No prerequisites for this group.
Save the date! Registration coming.
Saturday, March 21st
10:00 am - noon & 2:00 -4:00 pm
In this day-long teaching, Lama Pema will explore with you the genuine meaning of karma, the various types, and how deepening our understanding of karma can support changing and improving our lives.
“Bring your questions and curiosity. Hope to see you there.” Lama Pema
Save the date! More information and registration coming.
April 18th & 19th
Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 am - noon & 2:00 - 4:00 pm
More information coming!
This retreat is now full. Please contact the KSC office to be placed on a waitlist: office@kscashland.org
Friday, May 15th - Tuesday, May 19th
We invite you to join Lama Pema and Lama Yeshe in quiet contemplation and meditation amidst the rare beauty of Buckhorn Springs. This retreat focuses on individual meditation, with three, 90-minute sessions each day for individuals to study and practice in solitude. All are welcome to this retreat, both beginning and returning students.
