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SUMMARY:Morning Prostrations: Purifying Negativity
DESCRIPTION:Join us on weekday mornings for a 30-minute prostration practice that purifies our mind of negativity. Every weekday morning we engage in The Bodhisattva’s Confession of Moral Downfalls\, a powerful practice that focuses on the Thirty-five Confession Buddhas to make our mind pure and clean.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/morning-prostrations-purifying-negativity-4-2/2026-07-20/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,Prayers
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260719T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T190613Z
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SUMMARY:In-Depth Study: Foundation Program EXAM
DESCRIPTION:Foundation Program is designed for those who wish to deepen their understanding and experience of Kadampa Buddhism through a systematic study of six texts by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche. Joining a structured study program of Buddha’s teachings brings great benefits: developing a good heart\, improving wisdom\, and enhancing cherishing of others all come from going deeper into study and meditation practice.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/in-depth-study-foundation-program-exam/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:Foundation Program
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260719T174500
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T222852Z
UID:10002046-1784478600-1784483100@meditateinseattle.org
SUMMARY:Wishfulfilling Jewel with Tsog.
DESCRIPTION:Special offerings and prayers made to receive the important help\, blessings and protection of the enlightened Dharma Protector Dorje Shugden. Everyone welcome.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/wishfulfilling-jewel-with-tsog-4-2/2026-07-19/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,Prayers
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260719T111500
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T011834Z
UID:10002123-1784455200-1784459700@meditateinseattle.org
SUMMARY:Sunday Morning Kids Meditation Class: Meditations for World Peace
DESCRIPTION:New Summer Kid's Class Schedule \nThe Children’s class includes singing a prayer\, interactive teaching on keeping a peaceful mind and a loving heart\, short meditation\, and coloring or other activities. \nChildren will be on the main floor\, while adults have the option to be with their children or participate in the adult meditation class upstairs. \nSummer Schedule: \nJun 14\nJun 28\nJuly 12\nJuly 26\nAugust 9\nAugust 23\nSept 6 No regular clasess - Meditation in the Heart Lamrim Retrat \nSuggested for ages 5 to 12.\nOlder (or quiet) children are welcome in the adult class.\nDharma for Kids is offered freely and supported by donations. \n 
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/sunday-morning-kids-meditation-class-meditations-for-world-peace/2026-07-19/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,#2 Classes at KMC WA
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260719T111500
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SUMMARY:Sunday Morning Meditation Class: Meditations for World Peace
DESCRIPTION:Generate authentic hope and happiness every Sunday morning at Kadampa Meditation Center Washington! Join us for our classes on building world peace one peaceful mind at a time\, learning Buddha’s special methods of loving kindness. In these classes we will be exploring teachings from the book\, The New Eight Steps to Happiness\, written by the renowned Buddhist Master Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche. \nTraducción Simultánea al Español \n 
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/sunday-morning-meditation-class-meditations-for-world-peace-3/2026-07-19/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,#2 Classes at KMC WA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260718T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260718T120000
DTSTAMP:20260720T135148
CREATED:20260614T025229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260614T025527Z
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SUMMARY:BUDDHIST MEDITATION WORKSHOP At Bellevue College
DESCRIPTION:BUDDHIST MEDITATION WORKSHOP\nAt Bellevue College\nWith Cecilia Watson\nSaturday\, July 18\n9am-12pm \nBy training in meditation\, we create an inner space and clarity that enable us to control our minds regardless of the external circumstances. Gradually\, we develop mental equilibrium\, a balanced mind that is happy all the time\, rather than an unbalanced mind that oscillates between the extremes of excitement and despondency.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/buddhist-meditation-workshop-at-bellevue-college/
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,#3 Special Events & Retreat Page
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260718T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260718T080000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T011338Z
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SUMMARY:Heart Jewel with Lamrim Meditation - Saturday mornings
DESCRIPTION:The Heart Jewel chanted prayer and meditation practice is the heart essence of Kadampa Buddhism. It is used by many Kadampas as their main daily practice. Through this beautiful practice we can overcome obstacles to our meditation practice and create favorable conditions so that we can nurture and increase our pure Dharma realizations.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/heart-jewel-with-lamrim-meditation-6/2026-07-18/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,Prayers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260716T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260716T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T001901Z
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SUMMARY:Thursday Evening Meditation Class: Meditation Made Easy
DESCRIPTION:In these Thursday evening classes we learn Buddhist meditation practices and understandings to grow our own joyful meditation practice and experience real inner peace. Everyone is welcome!
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/thursday-evening-meditation-class-meditation-made-easy-new-teachers/2026-07-16/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,#2 Classes at KMC WA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260715T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260715T070000
DTSTAMP:20260720T135148
CREATED:20260215T070057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T182410Z
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SUMMARY:Precepts
DESCRIPTION:The essence of the practice is to take eight precepts and to keep them purely for a period of twenty-four hours. \nBy doing this practice again and again\, we acquaint ourself with the practice of moral discipline and thereby make our human life meaningful. \nWe receive many great benefits from practicing moral discipline in this way. It helps us to solve the problems of this life by avoiding the causes of suffering; and it creates the cause for us to take fortunate rebirths in future lives and thereby protects us from the sufferings of lower rebirth. \nIn particular\, because it is performed with bodhichitta motivation\, this practice is very powerful for purifying negative karma. It accumulates a vast collection of merit and creates the cause for us to attain the unsurpassed happiness of enlightenment. \nWe first need to receive these precepts from a qualified Preceptor\, and then we can take them on our own as often as we wish. Instructions on both these methods are included in this sadhana. \nIf we wish to take the essence of this precious human life we should strive to engage in this practice as often as we can. \nAn explanation of the practice \nWhen we take the eight Mahayana precepts\, we explicitly promise to abstain for twenty-four hours from eight actions: \n\nKilling\nStealing\nSexual activity\nLying\nTaking intoxicants\nEating after lunch\nSitting on high or luxurious thrones or seats\nWearing ornaments\, perfume\, etc\, and singing and dancing\, etc.\n\nThese eight\, however\, are merely symbolic\, for in reality we promise to abstain from all non-virtuous actions for twenty-four hours. \nTaking and keeping these precepts is a special purification practice. Buddha realized that all living beings’ suffering comes from their previous negative karma\, and so he taught special practices to purify it. \nTo purify our negative karma we must practice the four opponent powers: the power of regret\, the power of reliance\, the power of the opponent force\, and the power of promise. These are explained fully in Joyful Path of Good Fortune. Within these four\, we are here emphasizing the power of promise – promising not to repeat non-virtuous actions. \nThere are many levels on which we can make this promise. We can promise not to commit non-virtuous actions for the rest of our life\, for a year\, for a month\, for a week\, or\, in this case\, for a day. \nIf we manage to keep our actions of body\, speech\, and mind pure for one day we can then extend it to two days\, then to three days\, and so on\, until eventually we can keep pure moral discipline all the time. \nIf we reach the point when we can keep our actions of body\, speech\, and mind completely pure all the time\, we shall have accomplished the Pure Land. With a pure body and a pure mind there is no basis for experiencing suffering; instead we shall experience only unceasing happiness from within. \nWe all want to be happy – living in a pure environment with pure friends\, pure enjoyments\, and so on – but this is unattainable for as long as we have negative karma in our minds. \nTherefore\, we need to rely upon Buddha’s skilful method for purifying our negative karma. This practice is very simple\, and it lasts for only a day at a time; but it leads to very great results.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/precepts-2/2026-07-15/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,Prayers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260713T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260713T203000
DTSTAMP:20260720T135148
CREATED:20260525T003734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T015348Z
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SUMMARY:Monday Evening Meditation Class: De-escalating Harm in our Life & World
DESCRIPTION:In this course we learn how to de-escalate harm in our life and our world\, through Buddhist methods on non-retaliation. When we are harmed\, or someone we care about is harmed\, our instinct is to retaliate\, but this only creates more problems and suffering. In this course\, learn powerful methods to respond compassionately and wisely to harm. \nJun 8 - Identifying our real enemy\nJun 15 – Understanding karma and blame\nJun 22 – Turning the tables of harm\nJun 29 – The danger of attachment\nJul 6 – Escaping our jealousy\nJul 13 – Overcoming defensiveness
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/monday-evening-meditation-class-de-escalating-harm-in-our-life-world/2026-07-13/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,#2 Classes at KMC WA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260711T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260711T140000
DTSTAMP:20260720T135148
CREATED:20260620T031025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T012159Z
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SUMMARY:Garden Mulching Work Party at KMCWA
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, July 11th | 10:00 - 2:00pm\nJoin with friends and work in the Center's garden. Come for the entire day or drop in as you can. \nBring your gloves and a sack lunch! See you there. \nContact if needed: admin@meditateinseattle.org
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/garden-mulching-work-party-at-kmcwa/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T113000
DTSTAMP:20260720T135148
CREATED:20260305T050533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T011219Z
UID:10002249-1783677600-1783683000@meditateinseattle.org
SUMMARY:OSG - Offering to the Spiritual Guide
DESCRIPTION:Beautiful traditional chanted prayers and offerings to become close to and receive the powerful blessings of our Spiritual Guide. This preliminary practice for Vajrayana Mahamudra is at the very heart of Kadampa Buddhist practice of the union of Sutra and Tantra. Everyone welcome.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/offering-to-the-spiritual-guide-2/2026-07-10/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,Prayers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260708T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260708T083000
DTSTAMP:20260720T135148
CREATED:20260131T043338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T010949Z
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SUMMARY:Tara Prayers
DESCRIPTION:Receive the help\, blessings and protection of Buddha Green Tara\, our enlightened mother\, including prayers for the welfare and protection of the whole world. Everyone welcome.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/tara-prayers-2/2026-07-08/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,Prayers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260702T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260705T190000
DTSTAMP:20260720T135148
CREATED:20260525T011949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T012102Z
UID:10002060-1782979200-1783278000@meditateinseattle.org
SUMMARY:Center Closed for Fourth of July Holiday
DESCRIPTION:The Center is closed from July 2 to July 5 for the Fourth of July holiday.\nThanks
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/center-closed-for-fourth-of-july-holiday/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260628T020000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260628T173000
DTSTAMP:20260720T135148
CREATED:20260302T042905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T184957Z
UID:10002865-1782612000-1782667800@meditateinseattle.org
SUMMARY:Long Protector Prayers
DESCRIPTION:An epic traditional 3.5-hour chanted practice with offerings\, which connects us to powerful enlightened Dharma Protectors who support our spiritual progress and the welfare of the entire world. Everyone welcome.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/long-protector-prayers-2/2026-06-28/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,Prayers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260627T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260627T190000
DTSTAMP:20260720T135148
CREATED:20260131T201348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T011619Z
UID:10002057-1782583200-1782586800@meditateinseattle.org
SUMMARY:Powa Ceremony: Special Prayers for the Recently Deceased
DESCRIPTION:Beautiful and meaningful prayers to the Buddha of Compassion for those who have recently died. Includes the Buddhist meditation known as "transference of consciousness" for the deceased. Everyone welcome.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/powa-ceremony-special-prayers-for-the-recently-deceased-2/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,Prayers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260623T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260623T083000
DTSTAMP:20260720T135148
CREATED:20260304T224723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T225021Z
UID:10001987-1782199800-1782203400@meditateinseattle.org
SUMMARY:Dakini Yoga (HYT Empowerment Required)
DESCRIPTION:For those with Highest Yoga Tantra empowerments of Heruka and Vajrayogini\, we offer Dakini Yoga\, the self-generation meditation practice of Vajrayogini.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/dakini-yoga-hyt-empowerment-required-4-2/2026-06-23/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,Prayers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260623T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260627T235959
DTSTAMP:20260720T135148
CREATED:20251206T170605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T235330Z
UID:10000742-1782172800-1782604799@meditateinseattle.org
SUMMARY:Guru Yoga Mandala Offering Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Guru Yoga and Mandala Offering Retreat \nThe practices of accumulating merit and receiving blessings \nWe all wish for spiritual realizations\, but these depend upon creating certain inner (mental) conditions such as purifying our negativity\, accumulating merit (good fortune)\, and receiving blessings.\nIn Guru Yoga Mandala Offering Retreat we focus on the practices of accumulating merit and receiving blessings. \nMaking mandala offerings (offering a pure universe) is the gateway to accumulating the collection of merit and attaining an enlightened pure land\, and Guru yoga is the gateway to receiving the powerful blessings of all the Buddhas through our Spiritual Guide. \nThe retreat starts on Tuesday evening with an introductory talk\, taught by Kadam Trina. This talk is mandatory for TTP students and for those wishing to participate in this retreat who have not engaged in this retreat before. All retreat sessions (Wednesday-Saturday) are self-guided. \nKadam Trina will give an introductory talk to this retreat on Tuesday\, Oct 28\, 7:00-9:00pm. Everyone welcome!
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/guru-yoga-mandala-offering-retreat/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,#3 Special Events & Retreat Page,Advanced Retreats Page Feed
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260621T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260621T160000
DTSTAMP:20260720T135148
CREATED:20260302T043951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T004003Z
UID:10000509-1782050400-1782057600@meditateinseattle.org
SUMMARY:Teacher Training Program
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/teacher-training-program-3/2026-06-21/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:Teacher Training Program
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260620T153000
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SUMMARY:Skagit Valley Day Retreat: The Freedom of Acceptance
DESCRIPTION:Life doesn’t always go the way we want—but learning to accept things as they are can bring deep peace and resilience. In this retreat\, Kadam Trina will guide three meditation sessions on patient acceptance. Experience the inner freedom and emotional balance of an accepting mind\, breaking free from the oppressive mind of anger and frustration.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/skagit-valley-day-retreat-the-freedom-of-acceptance/
LOCATION:Fidalgo Bay Resort\, 4701 Fidalgo Bay Rd.\, Anacortes\, WA\, 98221\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,#3 Special Events & Retreat Page
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260619T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260619T130000
DTSTAMP:20260720T135148
CREATED:20260131T045448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T171651Z
UID:10002056-1781863200-1781874000@meditateinseattle.org
SUMMARY:Shrine Change
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/shrine-change-2/2026-06-19/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
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SUMMARY:Offering our Faith Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, June 4\, 2026\nretreat 10:30am - 5:15pm \nOffering to the Spiritual Guide 6:30pm - 8:00pm\nFree Event\nEvery day\, we remember the extraordinary kindness of Venerable Geshe-la\, our Root Guru and Founder of the New Kadampa Tradition\, but on this auspicious day\, with minds of rejoicing and gratitude\, we will offer him our faith through using the special prayer Request to the Holy Spiritual Guide Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso from his Faithful Disciples and collecting our Guru’s name mantra in a one-day retreat. \nThere will be three sessions of retreat using the sadhana The Hundreds of Deities of the Joyful Land According to Highest Yoga Tantra and the special request prayer. The retreat will conclude with Offering to the Spiritual Guide chanted prayers with a food offering. \nJoin in on this beautiful retreat as part of celebrating Buddha’s Turning the Wheel of Dharma Day\, or Dharmachakra Day\, marking Buddha’s first teachings in this world. Attend one or all sessions. This event is free and open to everyone. \nTo register click here
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/offering-our-faith-retreat/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260601T190000
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SUMMARY:Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso\, A Buddhist Master for Our Time
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of deep inspiration and celebration of our founder Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche\, with videos of his life and accomplishments\, refreshments and community. \nFrom a humble monk to a world-renowned Buddhist meditation master\, we can all see reflections of our own spiritual potential through accounts of his dedication\, compassionate actions and kindness. Through his profound yet practical teachings of Buddhism for modern people\, we meet Venerable Geshe Kelsang in our heart and can become continually inspired by him. \n7:00-8:30pm\n7pm - Refreshments\n7:30 - Video presentation of Venerable Geshe-la's life & accomplishments \nFREE EVENT
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/venerable-geshe-kelsang-gyatso-a-buddhist-master-for-our-time/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,#3 Special Events & Retreat Page
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260522T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T170000
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SUMMARY:NKT - IKBU International - Spring Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Center.   Conishead Priory\, Ulverston\, United Kingdom\nBUDDHA AMITAYUS EMPOWERMENT AND TEACHINGS ON EIGHT VERSES OF TRAINING THE MIND\n\nwith Gen-la Kelsang Khyenrab\n\n\nThrough this empowerment we will receive the special blessings of Amitayus\, the Buddha of long life\, wisdom and merit. \n\n\nThen\, based on Eight Verses of Training the Mind\, Gen-la Khyenrab will explain how we can transform all the problems and difficulties of our daily life into opportunities for developing authentic love and compassion\, and for finding true and lasting happiness. \n'If everyone were to practise cherishing others\, many of the major problems of the world would be solved in a few years.' \nVenerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche The New Eight Steps to Happiness \nMany people experience the Festival in person\, but many also attend the Festival online. If you want to attend the festival online\n\nCheck out the online registration options on this page. Learn More - visit the page. 
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/spring-festival-2026-nkt-ikbu-international/
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,#3 Special Events & Retreat Page
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260509T160000
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SUMMARY:Fearless Wisdom: The Blessing Empowerment of Arya Tara
DESCRIPTION:This empowerment is a sublime guided meditation through which we make a deep connection with Arya Green Tara and gain insight on how to rely on her blessings in our spiritual practice. \nArya Tara is a female Buddha\, a manifestation of the ultimate wisdom of all enlightened beings. “Tara” means rescuer; if we rely on Tara with strong faith she will care for us throughout this life and all our future lives. \nThe event includes the blessing empowerment of Arya Green Tara\, instructions on how to receive her enlightened care and blessings in our daily life\, and the opportunity to engage in group practice to strengthen our connection to Tara.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/fearless-wisdom-the-blessing-empowerment-of-arya-tara/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260424T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260429T170000
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CREATED:20260326T200351Z
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SUMMARY:US National Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Heart of Reality\nPrajnaparamita Empowerment & Teachings on the Heart Sutra with Gen-la Kelsang Khyenrab\nThis is an excerpt of the Heart Sutra\, viewed to be the quintessence of Buddha's explanation of emptiness\, or "ultimate truth". From one point of view\, it is utterly simple and a bare revelation of the truth. From another angle\, it is like a beautiful puzzle to be explored and understood that will yield never-ending insights. Its raw power\, when recited with a compassionate motivation\, shifts the mind and empowers change. \nTo aid our understanding of this profound practice\, we will receive the empowerment of Buddha Prajnaparamita. Prajnaparamita is the embodiment of the higher perfection of wisdom. Empowerments are blissful\, guided meditations that help facilitate a connection with a certain enlightened being. Through receiving this blessing empowerment\, we will gain inspiration to understand these deep truths of the Heart Sutra and feel energized to make positive change in our life. Everyone welcome!
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/us-national-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
CATEGORIES:#1 Front Page: Upcoming Classes, Prayers & Events,#3 Special Events & Retreat Page
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260414T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260415T235959
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SUMMARY:Compassion Fasting Retreat (Nyungnay)
DESCRIPTION:During this 2-day retreat\, we practice fasting\, making prostrations\, and offering chanted prayers to the protector of the world\, the Buddha of Compassion Avalokiteshvara. \nThis beautiful practice emphasizes compassion for all living beings and is a powerful way to purify negativity\, pacify strong delusions\, receive blessings\, and increase our love\, compassion\, and Bodhichitta. \nYou are welcome to participate in one or both days. Both retreat days begin with taking the Mahayana precepts at dawn. The precepts involve maintaining a fast with only a simple meal at lunch\, however you can drink water\, juice\, tea\, etc. throughout the 24 hour period. \nParticipants are encouraged to attend the introductory talk for this retreat.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/compassion-fasting-retreat-nyungnay/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260410T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260412T130000
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SUMMARY:Ocean Meditation Retreat 2026
DESCRIPTION:Discovering a World of Kindness\nA blissful weekend at Ocean Park Retreat Center\nIn this retreat\, we’ll learn to recognize the incredible kindness we have received from others — from our mother of this life\, from countless beings who provide for us\, and from those who guide and inspire our spiritual growth. \nThrough guided meditations and practical teachings\, we’ll gradually open our hearts to see all living beings as our mothers and awaken a deep appreciation for the limitless kindness we have received since beginningless time. \nWith gentle meditation sessions\, peaceful reflection\, and the calming presence of the ocean\, this retreat gives you the chance to relax\, refresh\, and connect with a warmer\, more open heart. \nReturn home uplifted\, inspired\, and motivated to bring greater kindness into your life and the world around you. \nEveryone of all backgrounds and faiths are welcome!\nAn away retreat with Pacific Northwest Resident Teachers\n~ A blissful weekend at Ocean Park Retreat Center ~ \nTo register\, click here
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/ocean-meditation-retreat-2026/
LOCATION:Ocean Park Retreat Center\, 28511 Vernon Ave\, Ocean Park\, WA\, 98640\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260321T153000
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SUMMARY:Skagit Valley Day Retreat: Spiritual Vitality in the Heart
DESCRIPTION:Where does our spiritual vitality come from? It comes from the precious mind of faith\, which brings us a special experience of inner peace and ignites our passion for spiritual healing for ourselves and others. In this retreat\, Kadam Trina will guide three sessions on the revitalizing mind of Buddhist faith in the enlightened Buddha Shakyamuni and his power to liberate us from suffering permanently.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/skagit-valley-day-retreat-spiritual-vitality-in-the-heart/
LOCATION:Fidalgo Bay Resort\, 4701 Fidalgo Bay Rd.\, Anacortes\, WA\, 98221\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260311T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260315T235959
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SUMMARY:Refuge Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Going for refuge is the first of the four great preliminary guides which lead us to the state of full enlightenment. Through training in sincerely going for refuge we enter the gateway to Buddhism; and training in the compassionate mind of bodhichitta we enter the gateway to the Mahayana – the main path to the state of enlightenment.
URL:https://meditateinseattle.org/event/refuge-retreat/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Washington\, 6556 24th ave NW\, Seattle\, WA\, 98117\, United States
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