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SUMMARY:No Monday Night Chanted Prayers on August 18
DESCRIPTION:While Rinpoche is away leading the Amitabha Dechen Shingdrup\, there will be no regular chanted prayer practice at the Manjushri Dharma Center.   We will reconvene for chanted prayers when Rinpoche returns!  Watch the website and newsletter for the next upcoming chanted prayer practice.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/no-monday-night-chanted-prayers-on-august-18/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250822T070000
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DTSTAMP:20260419T101923
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SUMMARY:18th Annual Amitabha Dechen Shingdrup 2025
DESCRIPTION:The 18th Annual Amitabha Dechen Shingdrup with the Venerable Khenpo Karten Rinpoche will be held over two weekends in late August in Portland\, Oregon and Trout Lake\, Washington.  The annual event is hosted by the Northwest Tibetan Cultural Association. The event is held in Tibetan and there will not be an English translator\, but all are welcome to join and enjoy the special energy of the practice of Amitabha\, the Buddha of Infinite Light. \nNote that the first weekend will be held at the NTCA in Portland\, and the second weekend will be held at the Mount Adams Buddhist Temple (also known as Trout Lake Abbey)\, the home of Rinpoche’s Dharma brother Thay Kozen.   Rinpoche is encouraging participation from his western students for either weekend\, but especially for the second/closing weekend. \nMore details/carpooling:  We started a “google doc” to encourage carpooling and to help with travel coordination.   Attendees will be responsible for their own transportation and accommodations\, but the Portland sangha is offering to pick folks up from the airport. \nIf you plan to attend\, please contact Pema Tsomo at 503-544-3938.   \nText in Tibetan:  Here’s a copy of the Sadhana ‘Dechen Shingdrup’ \nThe detailed schedule is below in English and Tibetan.  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/18th-annual-amitabha-dechen-shingdrup-2025-2/
LOCATION:Mount Adams Buddhist Temple\, 46 Stoller Rd\, Trout Lake\, WA\, 98650-9712\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250823T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250823T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T101923
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SUMMARY:No Saturday Meditation on August 23
DESCRIPTION:While Rinpoche is away leading the Amitabha Dechen Shingdrup\, there will be no regular meditation at the Manjushri Dharma Center.   We will reconvene for meditation when Rinpoche returns\, on Saturday\, August 30th!  See you then!
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/no-saturday-meditation-on-august-23/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250825T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250825T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T101923
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SUMMARY:No Monday Night Chanted Prayers on August 25
DESCRIPTION:Rinpoche just wrapped up the Amitabha Dechen Shingdrup\, and is enjoying some rest and time with his students in Portland.  There will be no regular chanted prayer practice at the Manjushri Dharma Center.   We will reconvene for chanted prayers when Rinpoche returns!  Watch the website and newsletter for the next upcoming chanted prayer practice.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/no-monday-night-chanted-prayers-on-august-25/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250829T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250829T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T101923
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SUMMARY:Welcome Back Rinpoche! Kata Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Please note–there is no fixed time for this event–due to travel\, timeline may vary! \nRinpoche will land in Monterey at 7:15pm on Friday\, August 29th\, 2025\, after leading the 18th Amitabha Dechen Shingdrup in Portland\, OR and Trout Lake\, WA for that past two weeks.   We will welcome our dear teacher with a traditional kata ceremony (white silk scarf used to show respect). It’s suggested that you come to the Manjushri Dharma Center by 7pm and plan to wait until 8pm–as due to travel\, Rinpoche may be home early or late.    Katas provided.  Offerings of flowers for the altar or healthy food (Rinpoche is diabetic) to stock his refrigerator is welcome! \nRinpoche will be very tired\, so after we welcome him home\, we will depart quickly and let him rest.   Please remember to let him rest in the coming week and honor the “monk’s office hours”–do not contact him prior to 12pm PT if possible.   (He uses the mornings for his personal practice). \nWe will all be together on Saturday\, August 30th for meditation if Rinpoche is up for it–please check the website to make sure it’s still on. \nWelcome back Rinpoche! 
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/welcome-back-rinpoche-kata-ceremony/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250830T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250830T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T101923
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SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Rinpoche returns on Friday evening and is planning to host meditation on Saturday\, August 30th.  However\, please check the website before heading down to make sure it’s still on!  If so\,  please come welcome our teacher back!  Meditation is a helpful way to relax the body and calm the mind\, and it can help us connect to timeless\, deep inner peace.  Join us Saturday mornings as Rinpoche gives a brief teaching followed by silent meditation practice.   After meditation\, enjoy some tea with Rinpoche and talking together.  A donation of $10.00 per class is requested\, but no one will be turned away for lack of funds. \nSaturday morning meditation is held both in-person at the Dharma Center and virtually on Zoom.\n\nPlease do join us for this profound practice. Tashi Delek!\n\n\n\nZoom Link to Join: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/86274306749?pwd=MHhxUmtQZlVmWDJKUklSS3QvV05rdz09\nMeeting ID: 862 7430 6749\nPasscode: Love=Peace\nOne tap mobile\n+16699009128\,\,86274306749#\,\,\,\,*4723131265# US (San Jose)\n+16694449171\,\,86274306749#\,\,\,\,*4723131265# US\n\n\nDial by your location\n        +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)\n        +1 669 444 9171 US\n        +1 719 359 4580 US\n        +1 253 205 0468 US\n        +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n        +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n        +1 564 217 2000 US\n        +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)\n        +1 646 931 3860 US\n        +1 689 278 1000 US\n        +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n        +1 305 224 1968 US\n        +1 309 205 3325 US\n        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n        +1 360 209 5623 US\n        +1 386 347 5053 US\n        +1 507 473 4847 US\nMeeting ID: 862 7430 6749\nPasscode: 4723131265\nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdVGgCWTHU
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/saturday-morning-meditation-74/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250901T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250901T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T101923
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SUMMARY:Monday Night Chanted Prayers - Amitabha Practice
DESCRIPTION:Buddha Amitabha  is the Buddha of Infinite Light. \nHere is a link to the main text (in Tibetan\, English\, and Chinese):      The Recitation for Accomplishment of Sukhavati from the Sky Dharma Mind Terma. \n\nChanted prayers are an important part of spiritual life\, regardless of where you are at on the path.  They allow us to still our minds\, connect with the blessings of the Buddhas\, and purify negative karma.   With these prayers we transform ourselves and our world into pure beings and pure lands\, free from suffering\, and connect with the energies of love and compassion.  Appropriate for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike.  Prayer books provided/shown on screen.  Donations are not expected\, but always welcome \n\nMonday night prayers are held both in-person at the Dharma Center and virtually on Zoom.\n\nPlease do join us for this profound practice. Tashi Delek!\n\n\n\nZoom Link to Join: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/86274306749?pwd=MHhxUmtQZlVmWDJKUklSS3QvV05rdz09\nMeeting ID: 862 7430 6749\nPasscode: Love=Peace\nOne tap mobile\n+16699009128\,\,86274306749#\,\,\,\,*4723131265# US (San Jose)\n+16694449171\,\,86274306749#\,\,\,\,*4723131265# US\n\n\nDial by your location\n        +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)\n        +1 669 444 9171 US\n        +1 719 359 4580 US\n        +1 253 205 0468 US\n        +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n        +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n        +1 564 217 2000 US\n        +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)\n        +1 646 931 3860 US\n        +1 689 278 1000 US\n        +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n        +1 305 224 1968 US\n        +1 309 205 3325 US\n        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n        +1 360 209 5623 US\n        +1 386 347 5053 US\n        +1 507 473 4847 US\nMeeting ID: 862 7430 6749\nPasscode: 4723131265\nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdVGgCWTHU
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/monday-night-chanted-prayers-amitabha-practice-10/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Puja
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250906T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250906T110000
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SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Meditation is a helpful way to relax the body and calm the mind\, and it can help us connect to timeless\, deep inner peace.  Join us Saturday mornings as Rinpoche gives a brief teaching followed by silent meditation practice.    A donation of $10.00 per class is requested\, but no one will be turned away for lack of funds. \nSaturday morning meditation is held both in-person at the Dharma Center and virtually on Zoom.\n\nPlease do join us for this profound practice. Tashi Delek!\n\n\n\nZoom Link to Join: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/86274306749?pwd=MHhxUmtQZlVmWDJKUklSS3QvV05rdz09\nMeeting ID: 862 7430 6749\nPasscode: Love=Peace\nOne tap mobile\n+16699009128\,\,86274306749#\,\,\,\,*4723131265# US (San Jose)\n+16694449171\,\,86274306749#\,\,\,\,*4723131265# US\n\n\nDial by your location\n        +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)\n        +1 669 444 9171 US\n        +1 719 359 4580 US\n        +1 253 205 0468 US\n        +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n        +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n        +1 564 217 2000 US\n        +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)\n        +1 646 931 3860 US\n        +1 689 278 1000 US\n        +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n        +1 305 224 1968 US\n        +1 309 205 3325 US\n        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n        +1 360 209 5623 US\n        +1 386 347 5053 US\n        +1 507 473 4847 US\nMeeting ID: 862 7430 6749\nPasscode: 4723131265\nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdVGgCWTHU
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/saturday-morning-meditation-75/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250908T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250908T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T101923
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SUMMARY:Monday Night Chanted Prayers-Green Tara Practice
DESCRIPTION:The feminine embodiment of enlightened activity\, Green Tara is the swift liberator\, a compassionate and loving protector in times of distress and great danger. Through meditating on the form and mantra Arya Tara\, and chanting the Praises to her 21 different manifestations\, we receive the blessings to become inseparable from Tara herself\, actualizing the potential to liberate all sentient beings from the suffering ocean of samsara.  She is known as the Mother of all Buddhas\, born from Chenrezig’s tear of compassion (in one of many origin stories). She will swiftly come to comfort and protect those who supplicate her\, she gives protection from emotional and physical sufferings. In her hands she holds utpala flowers which symbolize power and pure compassionate intention. \n“This is also my daily practice\,” writes Rinpoche.  “We will pray for overcoming fear and clearing of obstacles. We will recite the mantra “OM TARE TUTTARE TURE SOHA “.  You can see me and recite the mantra at the same time so we can practice together for those who have recently died. Thank you and Tashi Delek.” \nPrayers will be recited in both Tibetan and English. \nTexts:\n\n NEW translation/text of the Green Tara Sadhana of Chokgyur Dechen Lingpa\nSupplemental texts:\n\nConcise Tara Prayer by Lama Gephel\nGreenTara-Sevenfold Supplication by Drikung Kyobpa Jikten Sumgon\nYouTube video of the Sevenfold Supplication prayer sung by Phub zam with beautiful imagery\n\n\n\nDescription of the Tara practice above was written by Khenpo Karten Rinpoche.  Image courtesy of Miles McBreen. \nMonday night prayers are held both in-person at the Dharma Center and virtually on Zoom. \n\n\nPlease do join us for this profound practice. Tashi Delek!\n\n\n\nZoom Link to Join: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/86274306749?pwd=MHhxUmtQZlVmWDJKUklSS3QvV05rdz09\nMeeting ID: 862 7430 6749\nPasscode: Love=Peace\nOne tap mobile\n+16699009128\,\,86274306749#\,\,\,\,*4723131265# US (San Jose)\n+16694449171\,\,86274306749#\,\,\,\,*4723131265# US\n\n\nDial by your location\n        +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)\n        +1 669 444 9171 US\n        +1 719 359 4580 US\n        +1 253 205 0468 US\n        +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n        +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n        +1 564 217 2000 US\n        +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)\n        +1 646 931 3860 US\n        +1 689 278 1000 US\n        +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n        +1 305 224 1968 US\n        +1 309 205 3325 US\n        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n        +1 360 209 5623 US\n        +1 386 347 5053 US\n        +1 507 473 4847 US\nMeeting ID: 862 7430 6749\nPasscode: 4723131265\nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdVGgCWTHU
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/monday-night-chanted-prayers-green-tara-practice-11/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Puja
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250913T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250913T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T101923
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SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Meditation is a helpful way to relax the body and calm the mind\, and it can help us connect to timeless\, deep inner peace.  Join us Saturday mornings as Rinpoche gives a brief teaching followed by silent meditation practice.    A donation of $10.00 per class is requested\, but no one will be turned away for lack of funds. \nSaturday morning meditation is held both in-person at the Dharma Center and virtually on Zoom.\n\nPlease do join us for this profound practice. Tashi Delek!\n\n\n\nZoom Link to Join: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/86274306749?pwd=MHhxUmtQZlVmWDJKUklSS3QvV05rdz09\nMeeting ID: 862 7430 6749\nPasscode: Love=Peace\nOne tap mobile\n+16699009128\,\,86274306749#\,\,\,\,*4723131265# US (San Jose)\n+16694449171\,\,86274306749#\,\,\,\,*4723131265# US\n\n\nDial by your location\n        +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)\n        +1 669 444 9171 US\n        +1 719 359 4580 US\n        +1 253 205 0468 US\n        +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n        +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n        +1 564 217 2000 US\n        +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)\n        +1 646 931 3860 US\n        +1 689 278 1000 US\n        +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n        +1 305 224 1968 US\n        +1 309 205 3325 US\n        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n        +1 360 209 5623 US\n        +1 386 347 5053 US\n        +1 507 473 4847 US\nMeeting ID: 862 7430 6749\nPasscode: 4723131265\nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdVGgCWTHU
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/saturday-morning-meditation-76/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250915T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250915T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T101923
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SUMMARY:Monday Night Chanted Prayers--Chenrezig Practice
DESCRIPTION:Avalokiteshvara\, or Chenrezig in Tibetan\, is the Bodhisattva who embodies the love and compassion of all Buddhas. Chenrezig is an important deity* in Tibet and considered the patron Bodhisattva of the Tibetan people. Chenrezig is also believed by Tibetans to be the actual progenitor of the Tibetan people.  His Holiness the Dalai Lama and His Holiness the Karmapa are considered living Buddhas\, emanations of Chenrezig. It is said that in Tibet even babies upon birth know the mantra OM MANI PADME HUM.\nChanted prayers are an important part of spiritual life\, regardless of where you are at on the path.  They allow us to still our minds\, connect with the blessings of the Buddhas\, and purify negative karma.   With these prayers we transform ourselves and our world into pure beings and pure lands\, free from suffering\, and connect with the energies of love and compassion.  Appropriate for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike.  Prayer books provided.  Donations are not expected\, but always welcome. \nMonday night prayers are held both in-person at the Dharma Center and virtually on Zoom.\n \nPlease do join us for this profound practice. Tashi Delek! \n\n\nText:\nhttps://manjushridharmacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/ChenrezigPracticeText.pdf\n\n\n\n\n\nZoom Link to Join: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/86274306749?pwd=MHhxUmtQZlVmWDJKUklSS3QvV05rdz09\nMeeting ID: 862 7430 6749\nPasscode: Love=Peace\nOne tap mobile\n+16699009128\,\,86274306749#\,\,\,\,*4723131265# US (San Jose)\n+16694449171\,\,86274306749#\,\,\,\,*4723131265# US\n\n\nDial by your location\n        +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)\n        +1 669 444 9171 US\n        +1 719 359 4580 US\n        +1 253 205 0468 US\n        +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n        +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n        +1 564 217 2000 US\n        +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)\n        +1 646 931 3860 US\n        +1 689 278 1000 US\n        +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n        +1 305 224 1968 US\n        +1 309 205 3325 US\n        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n        +1 360 209 5623 US\n        +1 386 347 5053 US\n        +1 507 473 4847 US\nMeeting ID: 862 7430 6749\nPasscode: 4723131265\n\nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdVGgCWTHU \n\n\n*The word deity in Buddhist context is not the same as in the west.  A deity may have many meanings\, but one meaning is the timeless energies that are also within us\, rather than all-knowing beings outside ourselves. \n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/monday-night-chanted-prayers-chenrezig-practice-17/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Puja
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250920T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T101923
CREATED:20250901T180622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T180622Z
UID:258868-1758362400-1758366000@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Meditation is a helpful way to relax the body and calm the mind\, and it can help us connect to timeless\, deep inner peace.  Join us Saturday mornings as Rinpoche gives a brief teaching followed by silent meditation practice.    A donation of $10.00 per class is requested\, but no one will be turned away for lack of funds. \nSaturday morning meditation is held both in-person at the Dharma Center and virtually on Zoom.\n\nPlease do join us for this profound practice. Tashi Delek!\n\n\n\nZoom Link to Join: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/86274306749?pwd=MHhxUmtQZlVmWDJKUklSS3QvV05rdz09\nMeeting ID: 862 7430 6749\nPasscode: Love=Peace\nOne tap mobile\n+16699009128\,\,86274306749#\,\,\,\,*4723131265# US (San Jose)\n+16694449171\,\,86274306749#\,\,\,\,*4723131265# US\n\n\nDial by your location\n        +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)\n        +1 669 444 9171 US\n        +1 719 359 4580 US\n        +1 253 205 0468 US\n        +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n        +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n        +1 564 217 2000 US\n        +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)\n        +1 646 931 3860 US\n        +1 689 278 1000 US\n        +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n        +1 305 224 1968 US\n        +1 309 205 3325 US\n        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n        +1 360 209 5623 US\n        +1 386 347 5053 US\n        +1 507 473 4847 US\nMeeting ID: 862 7430 6749\nPasscode: 4723131265\nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdVGgCWTHU
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/saturday-morning-meditation-77/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250922T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250922T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T101923
CREATED:20250901T181529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T181529Z
UID:258878-1758565800-1758571200@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:Monday Night Chanted Prayers - Medicine Buddha
DESCRIPTION:Medicine Buddha is the Buddha of Infinite Healing\, creating the causes for a world that is healed from illness and disease\, both of the body and of the mind. \n\nTexts\nYou can find a link to the prayer text here:  MedicineBuddhaPuja_༄༅།-།སྨན་བླའི་སྒྲུབས་ཐབས་བཞུགས་སོ།-།.pdf \nRinpoche wrote a very short but beautiful teaching on the practice of Medicine Buddha\, which includes the visualization:  Medicine Buddha Practice for Corona Virus from Khenpo Karten Rinpoche. \nAdditionally we typically recite a short  Buddha Amitabha (the Buddha of Infinite Light) mantra: Om Ami Dewa Hri.  Here is the text for Buddha Amitabha:  The Recitation for Accomplishment of Sukhavati from the Sky Dharma Mind Terma. \nPlease join us as we wish for all beings to have health and peace of mind. \nMonday night prayers are held both in-person at the Dharma Center and virtually on Zoom.\n\nPlease do join us for this profound practice. Tashi Delek!\n\n\n\nZoom Link to Join: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/86274306749?pwd=MHhxUmtQZlVmWDJKUklSS3QvV05rdz09\nMeeting ID: 862 7430 6749\nPasscode: Love=Peace\nOne tap mobile\n+16699009128\,\,86274306749#\,\,\,\,*4723131265# US (San Jose)\n+16694449171\,\,86274306749#\,\,\,\,*4723131265# US\n\n\nDial by your location\n        +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)\n        +1 669 444 9171 US\n        +1 719 359 4580 US\n        +1 253 205 0468 US\n        +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n        +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n        +1 564 217 2000 US\n        +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)\n        +1 646 931 3860 US\n        +1 689 278 1000 US\n        +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n        +1 305 224 1968 US\n        +1 309 205 3325 US\n        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n        +1 360 209 5623 US\n        +1 386 347 5053 US\n        +1 507 473 4847 US\nMeeting ID: 862 7430 6749\nPasscode: 4723131265\nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdVGgCWTHU
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/monday-night-chanted-prayers-medicine-buddha-15/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Puja
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250927T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T101923
CREATED:20250901T180741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T180741Z
UID:258870-1758967200-1758970800@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Meditation is a helpful way to relax the body and calm the mind\, and it can help us connect to timeless\, deep inner peace.  Join us Saturday mornings as Rinpoche gives a brief teaching followed by silent meditation practice.    A donation of $10.00 per class is requested\, but no one will be turned away for lack of funds. \nSaturday morning meditation is held both in-person at the Dharma Center and virtually on Zoom.\n\nPlease do join us for this profound practice. Tashi Delek!\n\n\n\nZoom Link to Join: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/86274306749?pwd=MHhxUmtQZlVmWDJKUklSS3QvV05rdz09\nMeeting ID: 862 7430 6749\nPasscode: Love=Peace\nOne tap mobile\n+16699009128\,\,86274306749#\,\,\,\,*4723131265# US (San Jose)\n+16694449171\,\,86274306749#\,\,\,\,*4723131265# US\n\n\nDial by your location\n        +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)\n        +1 669 444 9171 US\n        +1 719 359 4580 US\n        +1 253 205 0468 US\n        +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n        +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n        +1 564 217 2000 US\n        +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)\n        +1 646 931 3860 US\n        +1 689 278 1000 US\n        +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n        +1 305 224 1968 US\n        +1 309 205 3325 US\n        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n        +1 360 209 5623 US\n        +1 386 347 5053 US\n        +1 507 473 4847 US\nMeeting ID: 862 7430 6749\nPasscode: 4723131265\nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdVGgCWTHU
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/saturday-morning-meditation-78/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250929T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250929T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T101923
CREATED:20250901T181857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T181857Z
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SUMMARY:Monday Night Chanted Prayers - Amitabha Practice
DESCRIPTION:Buddha Amitabha  is the Buddha of Infinite Light. \nHere is a link to the main text (in Tibetan\, English\, and Chinese):      The Recitation for Accomplishment of Sukhavati from the Sky Dharma Mind Terma. \n\nChanted prayers are an important part of spiritual life\, regardless of where you are at on the path.  They allow us to still our minds\, connect with the blessings of the Buddhas\, and purify negative karma.   With these prayers we transform ourselves and our world into pure beings and pure lands\, free from suffering\, and connect with the energies of love and compassion.  Appropriate for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike.  Prayer books provided/shown on screen.  Donations are not expected\, but always welcome \n\nMonday night prayers are held both in-person at the Dharma Center and virtually on Zoom.\n\nPlease do join us for this profound practice. Tashi Delek!\n\n\n\nZoom Link to Join: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/86274306749?pwd=MHhxUmtQZlVmWDJKUklSS3QvV05rdz09\nMeeting ID: 862 7430 6749\nPasscode: Love=Peace\nOne tap mobile\n+16699009128\,\,86274306749#\,\,\,\,*4723131265# US (San Jose)\n+16694449171\,\,86274306749#\,\,\,\,*4723131265# US\n\n\nDial by your location\n        +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)\n        +1 669 444 9171 US\n        +1 719 359 4580 US\n        +1 253 205 0468 US\n        +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n        +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n        +1 564 217 2000 US\n        +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)\n        +1 646 931 3860 US\n        +1 689 278 1000 US\n        +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n        +1 305 224 1968 US\n        +1 309 205 3325 US\n        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n        +1 360 209 5623 US\n        +1 386 347 5053 US\n        +1 507 473 4847 US\nMeeting ID: 862 7430 6749\nPasscode: 4723131265\nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdVGgCWTHU
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/monday-night-chanted-prayers-amitabha-practice-11/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Puja
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251001T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251001T113000
DTSTAMP:20260419T101923
CREATED:20250924T030756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T030756Z
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SUMMARY:Refuge Ceremony October 2025
DESCRIPTION:Taking refuge has a very profound meaning\, and Buddhist practitioners take refuge regularly in the Buddha\, Dharma\, and Sangha–but there is also a very special refuge ceremony.  In a refuge ceremony\, you are formally becoming a Buddhist and creating a deep karmic link with the teacher.  You commit yourself to the path of love and compassion and to awakening the non-dualistic freedom that already exists within you. \nIf any member of the community would like to take refuge with Rinpoche\, he has chosen an auspicious date:  Wednesday\, October 1\, 2025 from 10-11am at the Manjushri Dharma Center.   Please contact him in person or by phone at 831-917-3969 to make arrangements. \nThose who have already taken refuge may join the ceremony to renew their vows. \nThe meaning of taking refuge is very profound\, and there are many layers.  Taking refuge does involve certain specific commitments\, and Rinpoche wrote about the 5 Precepts and Benefits of Precepts of Refuge.  The Refuge Vow Book  may be presented to each person taking refuge with Rinpoche.   The date & your Dharma name will be added in the back of the book–if no books are available\, you will be given a piece of paper with your Dharma name. \n\n5 Precepts + Benefits and Precepts of Refuge\nRefuge Vow Book Example\n\nHere are a few additional resources explaining the meaning of the refuge ceremony in Buddhism (these are not directly from Rinpoche):\nhttps://www.samyeling.org/buddhism-and-meditation/teaching-archive-2/choje-akong-tulku-rinpoche/the-meaning-of-taking-refuge/\nhttps://www.lionsroar.com/the-decision-to-become-a-buddhist/ \nQuestions?  Contact Rachel at rachelmdc2016@gmail.com. \nImage: One of a Pair of Manuscript Covers from the Perfection of Wisdom Sutra (Ashtasahasrika Prajnaparamita Sutra); Original public domain image from Art Institute of Chicago.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/refuge-ceremony-october-2025/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251003T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251005T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T101923
CREATED:20250901T183858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T190007Z
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SUMMARY:Amitabha Dechen Shingdrup--Northern California
DESCRIPTION:The second annual Amitabha Dechen Shingdrup with the Venerable Khenpo Karten Rinpoche in Northern California will be held over Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday\, October 3-5.   The exact times and details are TBD.   This special event is hosted by the Tibetan Association of Northern California in Richmond\, CA.   The event is held in Tibetan and there will not be an English translator\, but all are welcome to join and enjoy the special energy of the practice of Amitabha\, the Buddha of Infinite Light. \nImportant Notes:\n\nThe event is held in Tibetan and there will not be an English translator\, but all are welcome to join and enjoy the special energy of the practice of Amitabha\, the Buddha of Infinite Light.\nHere’s a copy of the Sadhana ‘Dechen Shingdrup’ (Tibetan text only)\nBreakfast and lunch will be provided (vegetarian).  All meals are sponsored by community members and offered free of charge.\nThey will have cushions there and chairs\, but participants should bring their own cushions (whatever will help make your sit comfortable).\nThey may need help with food preparation and/or cleanup\, so come early/stay late if you can offer to volunteer\n\n\n\n\n\nShrine room etiquette\nRinpoche is informal here in California\, but it is good for students to know how to show respect in a traditional way in the gompa (shrine room): \n\nRemove shoes and hats before entering the gompa\nAs soon as you enter\, make 3 prostrations in the direction of the altar\nWhen the teacher enters\, please stand and bow slightly\, hold your hands in prostration or “lotus blossom” at your heart\nAfter the teacher makes 3 prostrations and sits down\, the students then make 3 prostrations before sitting down\nKeep all texts\, Buddha images\, or images of the Lama off the floor\nDo not show the soles of your feet to the teacher/altar during the session. (Exceptions can be made for those with back problems or leg problems or anyone who needs to stretch their legs–use a scarf or cloth to cover your feet as you extend and stretch is good.)\nDress modestly\, don’t show too much bare skin or wear super-tight or revealing clothing\nFeel free to move and adjust your sitting position\, but try not to disturb others; as you leave make a slight bow to the altar/teacher before turning away\nAt the end of the whole retreat\, there will be a “kata ceremony” where white silk scarves are presented to Rinpoche as a sign of respect and thanks\, and typically attendees also give “dana” at this time–a special monetary offering.   Please bring your own kata if you have one.  Dana should be concealed in an envelope.\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/amitabha-dechen-shingdrup-northern-california-3/
LOCATION:Sera Jey Foundation\, 6712 Portola Drive\, El Cerrito\, 94530
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251004T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251004T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T101923
CREATED:20250929T205516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T205516Z
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SUMMARY:No Saturday Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:There will be no Saturday morning meditation on October 4th\, as Rinpoche will be conducting the Northern California Dechen Shingdrup (Amitabha Retreat).   We will resume Saturday morning meditation on Oct. 11th\, a very special day as it will be the last meditation with Rinpoche before his fall silent retreat\, and will be followed by the Blessing of the Butterflies.
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/no-saturday-morning-meditation-3/
LOCATION:CA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251006T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251006T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T101923
CREATED:20250901T181635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T025334Z
UID:258880-1759775400-1759780800@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:No Monday Night Chanted Prayers
DESCRIPTION:Rinpoche will be traveling home from the Northern California Dechen Shingdrup\, so there will be no Monday night chanted prayers on October 6th.   Be sure to join Rinpoche on Saturday\, October 11th followed by the Blessing of the Butterflies!  See you there!
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/monday-night-chanted-prayers-medicine-buddha-16/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Puja
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251011T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T101923
CREATED:20250901T180904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T180904Z
UID:258872-1760176800-1760180400@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Meditation is a helpful way to relax the body and calm the mind\, and it can help us connect to timeless\, deep inner peace.  Join us Saturday mornings as Rinpoche gives a brief teaching followed by silent meditation practice.    A donation of $10.00 per class is requested\, but no one will be turned away for lack of funds. \nSaturday morning meditation is held both in-person at the Dharma Center and virtually on Zoom.\n\nPlease do join us for this profound practice. Tashi Delek!\n\n\n\nZoom Link to Join: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/86274306749?pwd=MHhxUmtQZlVmWDJKUklSS3QvV05rdz09\nMeeting ID: 862 7430 6749\nPasscode: Love=Peace\nOne tap mobile\n+16699009128\,\,86274306749#\,\,\,\,*4723131265# US (San Jose)\n+16694449171\,\,86274306749#\,\,\,\,*4723131265# US\n\n\nDial by your location\n        +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)\n        +1 669 444 9171 US\n        +1 719 359 4580 US\n        +1 253 205 0468 US\n        +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n        +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n        +1 564 217 2000 US\n        +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)\n        +1 646 931 3860 US\n        +1 689 278 1000 US\n        +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n        +1 305 224 1968 US\n        +1 309 205 3325 US\n        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n        +1 360 209 5623 US\n        +1 386 347 5053 US\n        +1 507 473 4847 US\nMeeting ID: 862 7430 6749\nPasscode: 4723131265\nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdVGgCWTHU
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/saturday-morning-meditation-79/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251011T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251011T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T101923
CREATED:20250901T184116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T210008Z
UID:258888-1760184000-1760187600@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:Blessing of the Butterflies 2025
DESCRIPTION:  \nEvery year\, Khenpo Karten Rinpoche prays together with the Pacific Grove community for the monarch butterflies as they make their epic 3000 mile migration\, stopping at the Pacific Grove Monarch Sanctuary.  The monarchs need prayers more than ever. \nTypically in October\, monarch butterflies cluster together on pine\, cypress and eucalyptus trees in the Sanctuary. Their migration to Pacific Grove is so unique that Pacific Grove is nicknamed ‘Butterfly Town\, U.S.A.’ The community has always welcomed the butterflies and advocated for their protection. Citizens of Pacific Grove voted to create an additional tax to create the Monarch Grove Sanctuary which is cared for by dedicated volunteers. \nThe Monarch Grove Sanctuary is located at 250 Ridge Road\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950. \nDirections and More information:  https://www.cityofpacificgrove.org/visiting/monarch-butterfly-sanctuary \nNote:  Description drawn from the City of Pacific Grove website. \n 
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/blessing-of-the-butterflies-2025/
LOCATION:Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary\, 250 Ridge Road\,\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251013T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251013T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T101923
CREATED:20251013T212919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T212919Z
UID:259109-1760380200-1760385600@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:No Monday Night Chanted Prayers
DESCRIPTION:There will be no Monday night chanted prayers on Monday\, Oct. 13th\, 2025\, and no chanted prayers for the duration of Rinpoche’s retreat.   We may host other Dharma activities while Rinpoche is away on Monday nights–TBD. \nImage of the Sahara desert\, time lapse photography\, artist uknown\, public domain on Pick Pik
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/no-monday-night-chanted-prayers-11/
LOCATION:CA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251018T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251018T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T101923
CREATED:20251014T001656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T001656Z
UID:259153-1760781600-1760785200@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:Student-led Saturday Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Meditation is a helpful way to relax the body and calm the mind\, and it can help us connect to timeless\, innate inner peace.  While Rinpoche is away\, we will continue to open the Dharma Center for Saturday morning meditation.  What better way to honor our teacher than to practice! \nIn-person only while Rinpoche is away\, no Zoom option (apologies!) \n 
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/student-led-saturday-morning-meditation-2/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251020T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251020T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T101923
CREATED:20251020T192046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T192753Z
UID:259171-1760985000-1760990400@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:No Monday Night Chanted Prayers
DESCRIPTION:There will be no Monday night chanted prayers for the duration of Rinpoche’s retreat.    We are uncertain of his return date\, but will keep all posted!  The MDC weekly newsletter\, sent each Monday\, is the best way to keep informed-sign up here! \n  \n 
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/no-monday-night-chanted-prayers-12/
LOCATION:CA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251025T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251025T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T101923
CREATED:20251014T004748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T213140Z
UID:259157-1761386400-1761390000@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:Student-facilitated Saturday Morning Silent Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Meditation is a helpful way to relax the body and calm the mind\, and it can help us connect to timeless\, innate inner peace.  While Rinpoche is away\, we will continue to open the Dharma Center for Saturday morning meditation.  What better way to honor our teacher than to practice! \nIn-person only while Rinpoche is away\, no Zoom option (apologies!) \nImage of the Little Sur River by Katie Keeley\, used by permission \n 
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/student-led-saturday-morning-meditation-3/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251027T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251027T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T101923
CREATED:20251020T192309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T192856Z
UID:259173-1761589800-1761595200@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:No Monday Night Chanted Prayers
DESCRIPTION:There will be no Monday night chanted prayers for the duration of Rinpoche’s retreat.    We are uncertain of his return date\, but will keep all posted!  The MDC weekly newsletter\, sent each Monday\, is the best way to keep informed-sign up here!
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/no-monday-night-chanted-prayers-13/
LOCATION:CA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251031T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251031T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T101923
CREATED:20251027T192917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T192917Z
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SUMMARY:Happy Halloween 2025!
DESCRIPTION:Want to have some fun for Halloween?  No kiddos coming to your door?  Come to the Manjushri Dharma Center!   One of Rinpoche’s long-time friends and student (Foster) will host trick-or-treating from MDC\, where lots of kids come to the door and lots of candy is given out.    This year\, with Rinpoche on retreat\, it will be “just us kids.”     Costumes encouraged\, additional bags of candy welcome.   We’ll have tea on offer and maybe a few snacks\, if you can get past the giant spiders in the yard!  Happy Halloween! \nQuestions:  contact Rachel at rachelmdc2016@gmail.com \n  \nSee more photos from last Halloween–2024 here:  Happy Halloween 2024 \n  \n 
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/happy-halloween-2025/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251101T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T101923
CREATED:20251014T004950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T200653Z
UID:259159-1761991200-1761994800@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:Student-facilitated Saturday Morning Silent Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Meditation is a helpful way to relax the body and calm the mind\, and it can help us connect to timeless\, innate inner peace.  While Rinpoche is away\, we will continue to open the Dharma Center for Saturday morning meditation.  What better way to honor our teacher than to practice! \nIn-person only while Rinpoche is away\, no Zoom option (apologies!)
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/student-led-saturday-morning-meditation-4/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251103T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251103T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T101923
CREATED:20251020T192444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T220426Z
UID:259175-1762194600-1762200000@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:No Monday Night Chanted Prayers
DESCRIPTION:There will be no Monday night chanted prayers for the duration of Rinpoche’s retreat.    We are uncertain of his return date\, but will keep all posted!  The MDC weekly newsletter\, sent each Monday\, is the best way to keep informed-sign up here! \n  \nImage of a sunrise on the Columbia River on the Sunday of the 18th annual Amitabha Dechen Shingdrup in Trout Lake\, WA\, photo credit:  Logan Clark\, student of Thay Kozen and Rinpoche
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/no-monday-night-chanted-prayers-14/
LOCATION:CA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251108T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T101923
CREATED:20251014T005138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T200748Z
UID:259161-1762596000-1762599600@manjushridharmacenter.org
SUMMARY:Student-facilitated Saturday Morning Silent Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Meditation is a helpful way to relax the body and calm the mind\, and it can help us connect to timeless\, innate inner peace.  While Rinpoche is away\, we will continue to open the Dharma Center for Saturday morning meditation.  What better way to honor our teacher than to practice! \nIn-person only while Rinpoche is away\, no Zoom option (apologies!)
URL:https://manjushridharmacenter.org/event/student-led-saturday-morning-meditation-5/
LOCATION:Manjushri Dharma Center\, 724 Forest Ave\, Pacific Grove\, CA\, 93950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation
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