Posts Categorized: Local

Japanese Calligraphy

Would you like to experience Japanese calligraphy, and try for yourself this popular and beautiful part of Japanese art and culture? The Calgary Buddhist Temple Sangha Engagement will be hosting a Japanese Calligraphy workshop on Sunday, March 23 from 2-4:00pm with a fully qualified Master

Udon and a Matinee

On Sunday, Feb 16 starting around 11:30am:  Noodles are a staple of Japanese cuisine, and udon is a thick noodle leaning closer to a “mochi-mochi” or chewy and glutinous texture. There are a variety of ways it is prepared and served but its simplest form,

Community Outreach

Calgary Drop-In Centre – A great way to support the community by providing lunch service so please join us on Sunday, Feb 2 – volunteers 16 years of age or older. We leave from the temple after service, around 11:15am, to walk over to the

Buddhism 101

scheduled to be held on Tuesdays, February 11, 18, and 25, 2025 from 7:00 to 8:00 pm at the Temple.

2025 Calgary Buddhist Temple Membership

The 2025 Calgary Buddhist Temple membership form is now available. Please consider taking out a membership to help support the temple. Membership is required for voting privileges at the temple. Please note that of the $150 Membership fee, $100 goes to our national organization, Jodo

Mochi Come My Way

On Sunday, Jan 19, 2025 after service, everyone is invited to join the sangha and the Dharma Time class as we use the modern method (mochi machines) to make the mochi and shape it with our own hands. Or, you are welcome to have tea

Mindful Giving

From Sunday, Nov 17 to Sunday, Dec 15, the Calgary Buddhist Temple is proud to be collecting new, unwrapped toy/gift donations for children ages 0-17 AND collecting new or gently used winter items for all age groups. A holiday tree is set up at the

Meditation Retreat

The Calgary Buddhist Temple will be holding a Half Day Meditation Retreat on Saturday, Nov 2 from 9:00 am to 1:30 pm. The retreat will be limited to 20 people. Doors to the temple will open at 8:40 am and the retreat will start at

Free Community Yoga

Join Kelsea for an evening of relaxation and free community yoga session at the Calgary Buddhist Temple. This is open to everyone in the community, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced yogi. It’s a great opportunity to unwind, stretch, and connect with others in