Welcome! This is a discussion group about Buddhism. If you are on the path, have some knowledge about Buddhism and meditation, and want to discuss these topics with others, then this group is for you. Our group is not meant to be a Buddhism class or meditation class, however; if you feel that you don't have any knowledge of Buddhism and meditation at all, it would probably be best to read a book and/or listen to a few lectures before joining. To learn more about this group, read the About Us pa …

Soka Gakkai International (SGI-USA) is a well-respected American Buddhist association that promotes world peace and individual happiness based on the teachings of the Nichiren school of Mahayana Buddhism. Our members reflect a cross section of our diverse American society, representing a broad range of ethnic and social backgrounds. This web site includes information about activities on Long Island/SGI-USA. For more in-depth information about the SGI-USA, Nichiren Buddhism and national activitie …

Cambridge Zen Center is one of the largest Buddhist residential Zen Training centers in the country. CZC was founded in 1973 by early students of Zen Master Seung Sahn, the first Korean Zen master to teach in the West. We offer daily morning and evening meditation and chanting, and weekly public talks and instruction free of charge. Retreats and accommodations are offered for a reasonable price. Zen meditation is a powerful way to clear our mind of habitual thinking. It helps us to balance …

Hello Welcome to the Massachusetts Meetup Group “Buddhist Study & Meditation for Cultivating a Good Heart”. We are a group of warm-heart, sincere Buddhist practitioners and spiritual seekers in search of create more stability, peace of mind, happiness and compassion within our daily lives. This is a wonderful opportunity to grow spiritually, whether you are just beginning or have been studying for many years. In today's day in age compassion and loving-kindness are like rare jewels that are har …

Hello Welcome to the Connecticut Meetup Group “Buddhist Study & Meditation for Cultivating Compassion”. We are a group of warm-heart, sincere Buddhist practitioners and spiritual seekers in search of create more stability, peace of mind, happiness and compassion within our daily lives. This is a wonderful opportunity to grow spiritually, whether you are just beginning or have been studying for many years. In today's day in age compassion and loving-kindness are like rare jewels that are hard to …

Serlingpa Meditation Center (http://meditationinmass.org/) is dedicated to achieving world peace through following the Kadampa Buddhist Path. Kadampa teachings offer us special advice, so that we can learn to become happy and lead meaningful lives that have the power to greatly benefit others. It is a path of compassion and wisdom , with a great emphasis on integrating what we learn into our daily lives. You do not need to be Buddhist to benefit from Buddha’s teachings: this is ancient wisdom th …

The purpose of the Center is to promote the teachings and meditation practices of the Kagyü and Nyingma lineages of Tibetan Buddhism. The Center hosts open meetings every Wednesday 7-9 PM at the Bedford Presbyterian Church, 44 Village Green, Bedford, NY for meditation instruction and practice, dharma talk, tea and cookies social. The meeting is open to anyone interested in Buddhist thought and practices. There is no fee for these meetings but donations are accepted. The organizers and main teach …

Please join our growing group of people of all ages in the Ridgewood NJ area who are interested in developing inner peace and contentment through meditation. Classes are held once a week on a variety of topics such as anger, deepening relationships, developing contentment, and developing a meditation practice. Although the classes are based on the teachings of Buddhism, you don’t have to be Buddhist to benefit from the teachings. Classes are offered through the Dharmachakra Buddhist Center, whi …

Dipamkara Meditation Center is located on the beautiful north shore of Long Island. The Center offers weekly drop-in classes, beginner meditation classes, day courses, classes for children and families, day and weekend retreats, and in-depth study programs. Please visit our website at http://meditationonlongisland.org

[Lord Shakyamuni Buddha:] "I know who is practicing the Way and who is not.  Therefore I expound various teachings to all living beings according to capacities.  I am always thinking: 'How shall I cause all living beings to enter into the unsurpassed Way and quickly become Buddhas?'" Lotus Sutra, Ch. 16, "The Lifespan of the Buddha" The Sangha meets to practice and study Buddhism, with a focus on the Lotus Sutra and in the tradition of the Nichiren Shu.  While the focus is the "One Vehicle" of …

Inviting all Buddhist from all traditions to come together for various Events.

F A M I L Y DHARMA C ome to learn together! Connecticut’s only Buddhist Sunday School 10:00 a.m. to 12 noon. Twice a month At the Buddhist Faith Fellowship in Middletown Designed especially for families interested in learning to live the Buddha’s Way It’s free of charge but donations are appreciated to cover cost Pre-school, Kindergarten, & 1 st to 12 th grades Registration is simple. Just let us know the name, age, grade of your child, If they have any special needs, if they have some prior kno …

Anyone interested in Tibetan Buddhism may join and/or attend any practice or events.  Excellent opportunities to join in community and experience profound teachings and access to authentic experienced practitioners from Tibet and western senior students.

We are a Buddhist meditation group based in New Britain, CT. We practice loving kindness meditation and are influenced by Zen, Theravada, Pure Land, and Tibetan traditions. Our meetings are held every Thursday from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. Once a month, we are visited by a Buddhist Monk. All are welcome as we are non-sectarian. Learn how to meditate and calm your mind.

Sayville Branch Sayville classes are held at the charming Sayville Hot Yoga located at 299 Raft Avenue in Sayville.  For more information about the class please call 631.403.4333   Sunday Evenings ~ 7pm -8:30pm Eight Steps to Happiness with Buddhist teacher, Todd Drexler Eight Steps to Happiness by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso explains eight beautiful verses that comprise one of Buddhism’s best-loved and most enduring teachings. This short text reveals profound yet totally practical methods to enable a …

Interested in learning about Zen / Chan meditation from traditional Buddhist monastics? Interested in going to meditation retreats? Or learning about Zen / Chan Buddhist teachings? This meetup group is to help those interested in traditional Zen / Chan Buddhism to learn and participate. Please check our PAGES for regular schedule for the centers in Queens and Upstate NY.  Other special activities will be posted through this meetup as well. Thank you! Eddie

This group is for people who want to learn how to use analytical meditation in their lives.  We plan to meet weekly in Concord in the evenings around 7:00 PM.  We do not know where we are going to meet yet. We believe truly in Buddhism as a great philosophical system for helping us all lead happier lives. The root of that is focusing on undermining the ignorance of inherent existence. This group aims to be fun and to focused on debating and discussing how we are ignorant in our own lives. We hop …

Mother Dharma A Buddhist Gathering for Mothers and Babies A unique opportunity for women to begin or continue their meditative practice and Buddhist studies in an informal community setting during early motherhood. “The heart of reality is a dirty diaper.” Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche This is the true spirit of a Shin life. We use everyday activities as a springboard to sanity. It is our hope that you will join us in an effort to nourish the spiritual foundation of a happy, healthy family. We meet t …

Natural Dharma Fellowship is an organization of Buddhist practitioners offering basic meditation instructions in the Mahamudra and Dzogchen traditions of Tibetan Buddhism. Our practices emphasize the innate wisdom of one’s inherent being and are led by Lama Willa and Natural Dharma meditation teachers. There is an option to pursue a Vajrayana path with Lama Willa for those drawn to it. We meet for meditation and discussion on Tuesday evenings from 7-8.30pm at the Cambridge Friends Meeting House …

The Spiritual Naturalist Society www.SpiritualNaturalistSociety.org We are a local chapter of the Spiritual Naturalist Society; a non-profit organization dedicated to the exploration, development, and promotion of spiritual naturalism, and promoting happiness through compassion, reason, and practice. We have a naturalistic and rational scientific worldview, but pursue the flourishing life through various contemplative practices. Influences and inspirations include (but are not limited to) phil …

We are a small community that meets on Thursday evenings to support each other in meditation and other Buddhist practices. Our sangha is still growing, so you're welcome to join us! Our weekly service consists of a short daily service followed by two periods of meditation. The discussion starts at 6:30 pm and the service runs from 7:00 pm to 8:10 pm. We also offer a variety of classes. Our services are open to everyone whether you're new to meditation and know nothing about Buddhism or you're ex …

The Greater Boston Zen Center, located in Cambridge, offers an extensive schedule of Zen Buddhist meditation practice and periodic Zen meditation retreats. The Center also offers meditation classes. The Greater Boston Zen Center is an affiliate of Boundless Way Zen. We offer one-day meditation retreats at our location in Cambridge, and multi-day meditation retreats at the Boundless Way Zen temple in Worcester, MA. Classes in various topics in Zen and Buddhism are also offered. We also have a sis …

Free mindfulness meditation classes led by a Buddhist monk.The classes are designed to develop awareness and promote serenity through walking, standing, and sitting mindfulness.  Prior to meditation, the students will practice breathing, posture, and stress-reduction exercises.  We will use mindfulness to reflect upon life and help explore the causes of stress and suffering within.  Four kinds of Abiding "loving-kindness, compassion, sympathetic joy, and equanimity" may be cultivated too. Medita …

Clear Mountain Zen Center is a place to practice Zen Buddhism in a supportive and caring environment offering introductory courses for those interested in exploring Zen Buddhism, as well as full practice support, activities, and ceremonies for meingmbers. Membership in the Center is open to all. Zen training, while it arises out of the Buddhist tradition, can serve as a valuable adjunct to any religion, calming and centering the mind and promoting stablity, mindfulness, and clarity. If you are i …

For young men that are interested in Buddhism and how they can change their lives while becoming more engaged in society, their local communities and their families.

One Heart Zen: Learn & join in Zen Meditation (Zazen) near Union Square. Whether you are a long time practitioner, a recent beginner, or just thinking about it, you are welcome. Weekday mornings, Monday through Friday at 6:50AM for 40 minutes. Wednesday evenings from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM for zazen instruction, zazen, and talks and discussions on Zen and Buddhist practice. I’m John. I’ve been living in this neighborhood for 17 years and sitting zazen for 40 years. A somewhat unorthodox Soto Zen Pri …

Come join us every Monday for our Southcoast Zen meditation group. We are a satellite sitting group of the Providence Zen Center and the Kwan Um School of Zen. We welcome newcomers and teach how to meditate via weekly classes.