2018 Teaching Schedule
Geshe Thubten Sherab
Friday, March 23rd, 6:00pm-8:00pm
How to Have a Meaningful Life
Saturday, March 24th, 10am-12pm & 2-4pm
Buddhist Teachings on Mindfulness
Sunday, March 25th, - 10am-12pm
The Meaning of Taking Refuge
Sunday, March 26th, 2pm -4pm
Refuge Vow Ceremony
Wednesday, March 28th 6:30pm -7:30pm
Meditation - The Three Jewels
The Sacred Art of Tibet
An Evening with Andy Weber
Friday, April 6th, 6:00pm- 8:00pm
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Friday, April 13th, 6:00pm-8:00pm
Connect more deeply with the Buddha and understanding the symbolism behind their images. By unlocking the symbolism we can begin to understand their complex meanings to deepen our inspiration.
Homage to White Tara
Instruction with Master Thangka Painter, Andy Weber
Meditation & Drawing
the Sacred Image of White Tara
Saturday, April 7th, 10am -5pm
Sunday, April 8th, 10am 5pm
White Tara grants long life and freedom from illnesses. Her right hand outstretched hand gives the blessing and refuge. Her left hand in the gesture of supreme enlightenment holds the stem of the Utpala flower representing her knowledge of the three times – past, present and future. The open flower shows the past, the closed the future and the just-opening bud the present.
Homage to White Tara, part 2
Instruction with Master Thangka Painter, Andy Weber
Meditation & Painting
the Sacred Image of White Tara
Saturday, April 14th, 10am -5pm
Sunday, April 15th, 10am 5pm
White Tara grants long life and freedom from illnesses. Her right hand outstretched hand gives the blessing and refuge. Her left hand in the gesture of supreme enlightenment holds the stem of the Utpala flower representing her knowledge of the three times – past, present and future. The open flower shows the past, the closed the future and the just-opening bud the present.
Instruction with Master Thangka Painter, Andy Weber
Meditation & Painting
the Sacred Image of White Tara
Saturday, April 14th, 10am -5pm
Sunday, April 15th, 10am 5pm
White Tara grants long life and freedom from illnesses. Her right hand outstretched hand gives the blessing and refuge. Her left hand in the gesture of supreme enlightenment holds the stem of the Utpala flower representing her knowledge of the three times – past, present and future. The open flower shows the past, the closed the future and the just-opening bud the present.
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Karuna Cayton
Ask The Buddhist Therapist
Friday, May 4th, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
An evenings with Karuna Cayton to discuss the challenges in our daily lives, and how we can approach our problems from a Buddhist perspective.
Karuna will draw from his unique background in Modern Psychology and Buddhist Philosophy.
Saturday, May 5th, 10am-12pm & 2pm - 4pm
Buddhist Psychology Course, part 1
Sunday, May 6th, 10am-12pm & 2pm - 4pm
Buddhist Psychology Course, part 2
Paula Chichester
Resident Teacher *** May 10th - July 16th
The 100 Verses of Advice by Padampa Sangye.
These hundred short verses are the parting advice Padampa Sangye lovingly offered to the villagers of Dingri, Tibet. It is a friendly and powerful explanation of the various contemplations that foster a meaningful and happy life and ultimately, enlightenment.
Padampa Sangye is one of the most well known and beloved wandering Indian yogis of the 12th Century, who were seminal transmitters of Buddhism to China and Tibet. The course will include talks, meditations and discussions.
Recommended Books:
The Hundred Verses of Advice, by Dilgo Khyentse and Padampa Sangye, 2001 Shambhala
Padampa Sangye, Translated by David Molk, Shambhala Publications
Dzogchen, His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Snow Lion 2000
Paula Chichester
Resident Teacher *** May 10th - July 16th
The 100 Verses of Advice by Padampa Sangye.
These hundred short verses are the parting advice Padampa Sangye lovingly offered to the villagers of Dingri, Tibet. It is a friendly and powerful explanation of the various contemplations that foster a meaningful and happy life and ultimately, enlightenment.
Padampa Sangye is one of the most well known and beloved wandering Indian yogis of the 12th Century, who were seminal transmitters of Buddhism to China and Tibet. The course will include talks, meditations and discussions.
Recommended Books:
The Hundred Verses of Advice, by Dilgo Khyentse and Padampa Sangye, 2001 Shambhala
Padampa Sangye, Translated by David Molk, Shambhala Publications
Dzogchen, His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Snow Lion 2000
Friday June 1st 6:00 - 8:00 PM, Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Seven Point Mind Training
by Geshe Chekawa
This is the classic, inspiring, 11th Century Kadampa method on how to transform our afflicted minds into the mind of the Peace Warrior, the Bodhisattva.
It is full of ways to create a life of wisdom, compassion and skillful means. This is the heart of Tibetan Buddhism Teachings and is a favorite to all.
We will be using the translation found in Advice from a Spiritual Friend, one of the very first books published by Wisdom Publications. The course will include talks, meditations and discussions.
The weekends will include an assortment of exercises created to facilitate smooth, peaceful sitting meditation.
Saturday June 16th and Sunday 17th 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday June 22nd and Sunday 23rd 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (includes Tsog)
Saka Dawa
Each year on Saka Dawa—the celebration of Buddha’s birth, enlightenment and parinirvana—Buddhist practitioners around the world engage in many auspicious and merit-making activities such as personally devoting oneself to the path; sponsoring beneficial pujas, practices, and prayers; and making extensive offerings to our teachers, holy objects, auspicious charitable activities.
Tuesday May 29th - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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A celebration of His Holiness Dalai Lama's birthday and Chenrezig practice
Friday July 6th 6:00 pm - 9:00 PM
Friday July 6th 6:00 pm - 9:00 PM
DHARMA AT LAKE TAHOE & MANTRA BOARD
May 20 Naga Puja and or Fire Puja
June 9 - Naga Puja and Tsog picnic.
July 8 with Tsog Offering and Fire Puja
PUJA DAYS
Tsog Offerings, Lama Chopa: May, 24th June 9 and 23; July 8 and 22
Cittamani Tara 4 Mandalas: May 22, June 21, July 20
Medicine Buddha Puja: May 29, June 28,
Protector Pujas: June 12, July 12