Calgary Buddhist Temple Blog

Fundraising – Mein Making Sept 2022

Friday, September 16, 2022
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Thank you for your continued effort and support for the Calgary Buddhist Temple.

We are making Mein (noodles)! These will be sold for those who make chow mein at home, and also will use them at our Annual Chow Mein and Ribs dinner coming up at the end of October. 

Dough making is on Friday, September 23 at 6:30 pm at the Temple kitchen.

Noodle making and frying on Sunday, September 25 at 8:30 am at the Calgary Japanese Community Centre (CJCA 2236-29St. SW, Calgary).

SIGN UP to be able to enjoy each other’s company and share in the fun of working together on this fundraiser. Hope to see you there!

In Gassho,

CBT Fundraising Committee

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Annual Chow Mein & Ribs Dinner

Thursday, September 15, 2022
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The Annual Chow Mein & Ribs Dinner is back after a two year hiatus. This year’s fund-raising event will be held on Saturday, October 29th from 3:00 to 6:00PM at the termple (658 – 1st Ave NE). Please note that there is no dine-in option and is it take out only. Tickets are $20 per plate and are available at the temple after Sunday service or by emailing CBTchowmeindinner@gmail.com.

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Taiko Drumming Workshop

Tuesday, September 06, 2022
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The Calgary Buddhist Temple Sangha Engagement is honored that the renowned group, Midnight Taiko Kai, has agreed to hold a workshop for us on Saturday, Oct 8 from 1:00-3:00pm at the Temple. Come and meet members of Midnight Taiko, gain an overview of the history of taiko, discover the different Taiko drums used in an ensemble, learn the proper way to play the drum, and feel the power and connection to the heart-pounding art of Japanese taiko drumming.

This is a beginner’s adult-only workshop and no experience is necessary; however, preregistration is required as space is limited.  Cost is $15/temple member or $20/non-temple member payable on the day of the workshop.

Dress comfortably and bring earplugs (if you wish).  

To register:  https://bit.ly/Taiko-08Oct22    

 

 

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Mindful Meditation Workshop

Wednesday, July 20, 2022
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Join the Calgary Buddhist Temple Sangha Engagement for this online mindful workshop on Sept 11th which will be led by Ray Nakano.  This workshop will introduce participants to the mindfulness practice of Thich Nhat Hanh. 

In this typical mindfulness meditation session, the program will start with a guided sitting meditation, introductions, a dharma talk, and a dharma sharing between participants.  Mindfulness is a practice that we can do in every waking moment, not just in a meditation session.  We learn how to be both in the boat on the sea of life with its ups and downs, stormy waves and calm water, and on the shore watching ourselves in the boat.  This workshop will show you how to reduce your stress, and create more joy and happiness in your life.

Register in advance by going to: https://bit.ly/MindfulMed-11Sep22

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Fall Ikebana Class

Monday, July 04, 2022
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September 11 & 25; October 16 & 30; and November 13

Classes will be held on Sunday afternoons at the Calgary Buddhist Temple from 1:30pm – 4:00pm

The 5 classes are a series and the cost is $225 total including flower material and instruction for Temple members or $250 for non-members.  No refunds for missed classes.

Students must supply their own containers (please contact Rika for suitable size and shape), scissors and kenzan (frog). Contact Rika if you need help selecting your items but these are not supplied as part of the lesson.

Rika Saruwatari trained under Ms. Takako Yokoyama, and because a certified Shihan (teacher) in 2012.  Rika’s contact info: rikaandshiro@gmail.com or call 403-701-0390

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Obon & Cemetery Visits

Friday, June 17, 2022
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Obon (お盆) or just Bon (盆) is a special time to honor and remember one’s ancestors including visiting their gravesites during the Obon season.  The following is the Calgary Buddhist Temple schedule: 

Saturday, July 16:

  • Mountain View Cemetery – 9:00 am
  • Strathmore Cemetery – 10:30 am
  • Temple Columbarium / Nokotsudo – 2:00 pm

Sunday, July 24:

  • Eden Brook Cemetery – 11:00 am
  • Queen’s Park Cemetery – 1:00 pm
  • Temple Obon Service – 3:00 pm

For more information, please email calgarybuddhisttemple@gmail.com

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