events & Classes at ksc
Please note: Our website is currently being revised and event dates may not be updated during this process.
Join us at the KSC Sanctuary, Sunday, 9:30 - 10:30 am
All are welcome to join in simple, serene community meditation for peace.
Upcoming Open Meditation for Peace: September 13, 20, 27
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.
Each Thursday, 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.
The library re-opens on October 5th!
Mondays & Wednesdays: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Sundays after Lama teachings: 11:30 - noon
The library is closed for all State and Federal Holidays.
Thursday, October 8th
6:00 - 7:30 pm
Join in-person or via Zoom
Join the lamas for Calm Abiding Meditation followed by a talk about this season’s programs (meditations, classes, and practice groups). This is a wonderful opportunity if you are new to KSC to learn about the many offerings and ways to become involved. This is also a time for our sangha community to gather together and start a new year of deep and rich learning. All are welcome. Bring your questions about the season's events!
One Sunday each month, from 9:00 to 11:30 am.
The Lamas return from their retreat and will resume Sunday teachings in October! In the meantime, there will be open meditations each Sunday in the KSC Shrine room, from 9:30 - 10:30. Click here for more information.
Join Lama Yeshe for a guided Tonglen Meditation, followed by a tea break and teaching. All are welcome.
Registration for the 2026-2027 season now open!
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 for the 2026-2027 season now open!
Monthly sessions run October 2026 - June 2027
Meets on Tonglen Sundays, 12:30 - 2:00 pm, Zoom only
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 first meeting.
Prerequisites: Tranquility Group membership of 2+ years or equivalent experience, and the lama’s permission is required.
Registration for the 2026-2027 season now open!
Monthly sessions run October 2026 - June 2027
Meets monthly on Tonglen Sundays, 12:30 - 2 pm (new time), in-person only
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.
No prerequisites for this group.
Registration for the 2026-2027 season now open!
Monthly sessions run October 2026 - June 2027
Meets monthly on Wednesdays from 2 - 4 pm, in-person & via Zoom
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.
Prerequisites: Insight I Practice Group membership of 2+ years or equivalent
Center Window Cleaning Day
Saturday, October 17th, 9:00 am - noon (Any amount of time you can contribute is welcome!)
Please join us for a few hours of camaraderie, as we gather together to “Let in the Light” -- our end of year thorough cleaning of the windows and screens so our Dharma Center looks its best!
All efforts are welcome and appreciated!
The Lamas return from their retreat and will resume Sunday teachings in October! In the meantime, there will be open meditations each Sunday in the KSC Shrine room, from 9:30 - 10:30. Click here for more information.
One Sunday each month, from 9:00 to 11:30 am. All are welcome.
Join Lama Pema for a guided Calm Abiding Meditation, followed by a tea break and teaching.
Registration for the 2026-2027 season now open!
Monthly sessions run October 2026 - June 2027
Meets on Calm Abiding Sundays, noon - 2:30 pm, in-person & via Zoom
Save the dates…devon & nico hase return to teach at KSC!
Saturday & Sunday, December 12th - 13th
10:00 am – noon & 2:00 – 4:00 pm
Hybrid Event
What does it actually mean to dissolve into a form made of light and fire — and why would that liberate anyone? In this in-person teaching, nico and devon hase explore the heart of yidam practice: not as ritual technique, but as a direct encounter with the nature of mind.
Registration Coming!
