Meet other people in the Manchester, New Hampshire, area interested in Buddhism! This is a book discussion group that encourages the exploration of Buddhist teachings representing different traditions, by a variety of contemporary authors, as well as the study of traditional Buddhist texts. Everyone is invited. Sharing your personal experiences with Buddhism in your life is always welcome! *The group generally meets on the second Monday of each month, at 7:00 p.m. in Manchester. Please check eac …

Discover Nichiren Shu Buddhism. We offer a form of Buddhist practice based on the Lotus Sutra and the teachings of the 12th century monk Nichiren Shonin. While there are nearly 40 Nichiren based schools, we are the orthodox school practicing Mahayana Buddhism based on the Lotus Sutra. We have rich traditions and rituals and offer services in both shindoku (faith language) as well as English. We also offer meditation, study of the Lotus Sutra, study of Nichiren Shonin's writings and sutra chantin …

AWAKEN YOUR INNER PHILOSOPHER! Everyone has an "inner philosopher" waiting to express itself. Whether your interest in philosophy is formal or casual, this group is for philosophy lovers of all persuasions (such as): Platonists or Aristotelians. Radical socialists or Ayn Rand laissez-faire Objectivists. Mystics, atheists or scientific naturalists. Existentialists or....other existentialists. Philosophy is more than profoundly stimulating to the intellect, it can be just plain fun! The group is o …

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 …

This is a secular meditation group for people looking to practice and to discuss their meditation practice with others.  It is intended to connect people of diverse backgrounds who want to explore mindfulness practice.  Our members have a broad range of meditation experience.  We strive to make this a welcoming group for everyone from beginners to experienced meditators.

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 Providence Institute for Contemplative Study and Natural Health is a beautiful urban oasis located in the heart of Providence’s Jewelry District. Our goal is to connect people with their innate human potential through education in non-sectarian contemplative spiritual practice and natural health. Though we share many traditions, we believe that each individual can discern, discover and discuss truth in a way that is personal to them. The Mission of The Providence Institute ~ To assist peop …

Are you looking for the space and time to meditate in a supportive environment? Join Rigpa’s drop-in meditation sessions whenever you wish. They are open to everyone, from beginners to more experienced meditators. Rigpa also offers a complete introduction to the Buddhist teachings on meditation.  Please inquire after the session about upcoming program schedules.

This group is a place where you can find information about meeting different spiritual teachers who are primarily based in the East (India, Tibet, Nepal, etc) and are visiting Boston / New England or are of Eastern origin. We include anyone who can expand our mind and hearts, and help us to question our deepest reactions and strongly held beliefs. There is another group specifically for spiritual teachers based in the West and of Western background. You might want to join both so you can learn a …

SERLINGPA MEDITATION CENTER- Cambridge- offers a variety of classes, retreats, and Pujas (chanted prayers), which are open to everyone in the community. Whether you simply want to learn how to calm your mind and discover your own inner peace, or are looking to begin an in-depth Buddhist study program, Serlingpa offers many practical options for people of all backgrounds. We offer ongoing meditation classes in New Bedford; Jamaica Plain; Cambridge; Cape Cod; Fall River; Providence, RI; Portland …

“The Path of Purification” (Visuddhimagga) is regarded as the most detailed manual for meditators. It systematically summarizes and interprets the teaching of the Buddha and the meditation methods contained in the Pali Tipitaka. The manual comprises the Buddhist essential Threefold Training in discipline, meditation and wisdom. The teacher and meditation instructor of this study, Venerable Dhammadipa (Fa Yao), presently the abbot of Chuang Yen Monastery, has been ordained as a Buddhist monk sinc …

May you be happy and warm  :) Since 1989, Boston Old Path Sangha has been practicing meditation and mindfulness in the tradition of Vietnamese Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh. We have regular meetings several times a week at different locations. These are our regular "sittings"-- meetings in which we practice sitting and walking meditation, read a short passage on the dharma (Buddhist teachings), and share our insights into the teachings and trying to bring mindfulness practice into daily life. You c …

Learn to express and live the full potential of your voice, harmonizing with yourself and others, experiencing the secret power of Harmonic Singing and its effects on subtle energies. Learn to use your active hearing and your voice as a door to deep meditation and contemplative insight. Open your heart and connect deeply with others beyond words through the blend of our sacred voices. The idea is to create an ongoing group, following a learning curriculum to be able to explore different levels o …

According to all authentic spiritual traditions, reaching peace of mind- a state where there are no problems- is possible. Here we explore and practice the real methods for reaching happiness, as passed down in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. All are welcome. You don't have to be a Buddhist or have a religion. Come and find out what it's all about.

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.

Siddhartha Circle is for meditators and dharma practitioners interested in gathering weekly (Wednesday evenings) as a sangha for meditation practice, study, and discussion of video teachings by Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse Rinpoche and others. All are welcome. Those living at some distance from their root teacher may be especially interested, as will those seeking community for in-depth exploration and support on the Buddhist path. Our facilitator, a student of DJKR and other Buddhist teachers, is …

The Cambridge Foundation for Active Compassion Meditation Group offers guided meditations of loving communion and awareness adapted from Tibet for people of all backgrounds and faiths. Everyone is welcome - those with little or no meditation experience, as well as those with much experience who want a fresh approach to their deepest nature. For more information check out www.foundationforactivecompassion.org We meet the first and second Saturday of every month from 10:00 am at the Cambridge Frie …

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 …

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 …

Marblehead Zen Center is a Soto Zen Center in Marblehead, MA in the tradition of Shunryu Suzuki, Roshi, founder of San Francisco Zen Center. Under the leadership of ordained Soto Priest Joan Amaral, MZC offers meditation practice (zazen), retreats and workshops. Please visit our website at www.marbleheadzencenter.org and facebook page for more information.

As seen on Nightline and the New York Times, OneTaste teaches Female Orgasm through the practice of Orgasmic Meditation (OM). Female orgasm is vital for every woman and man on the planet. In a world where technology and social networks have increasingly replaced in-person interaction, female orgasm nourishes our fundamental need for visceral, human to human connection.  Through a fifteen minute practice (OM), men and women access the universal socket for connection. It's deliberate and structure …

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 …

The Henry David Thoreau Sangha (“Hank”) meets every Monday night at Wilson Chapel (lower level), Andover Newton Theological School, 234 Herrick Road, Newton Center, MA. The group was formed in April, 2001. We have about 18 regular participants. We are affiliated with Boundless Way Zen and the Greater Boston Zen Center. If you are new to Zen: Please send an email to let us know you are coming. Arrive at 7:00 pm for a brief orientation before our regular program. Meetings always include Zen medita …