Posts Categorized: Local

Gyoza Making

Hello Calgary Buddhist Temple Friends, Spring is on its way and so is Hanamatsuri on April 9, 2017. We would like to sell gyozas (potstickers) at Hanamatsuri and will be making them on Saturday, March 25, 2017 from 9:00 am to noon. Join us to

Interfaith Harmony

Interfaith Harmony week began in Calgary with the gift of words at the launch on February 1 at City Hall. Thank you to Sensei Ken for representing the temple and Buddhism! Please view this wonderful video which captures the essence of the evening.

Movie Night

Join us for dinner and a fun family movie night on Friday, Feb 24th! “Kubo and the Two Strings” has been critically acclaimed for it’s animation and story line that will appeal to all ages. Doors will open at 5:30 pm. Udon noodle dinner will

New Scroll of Prince Shotoku

Last Sunday, we had an unveiling of a beautiful new scroll of Prince Shotuko, generously donated by Mrs Teruko Ikuta in memory of her husband, Rev S.K. Ikuta. Prince Shotoku, (574 – 622 AD), is legendary in Japanese Buddhism for establishing Buddhist principles and ethics

Buddhism 101

Interested in Buddhism and how it can be a part of your daily life? Then join us on Thursdays, 7:30 – 8:30 pm as the fundamentals of Buddhism will be introduced and discussed. There will be 8 consecutive sessions beginning February 9 through March 23,

Thank You

To all the Selfless and Dedicated Casino Volunteers: I apologize for my tardiness. The casino was over 6 months ago! But, this gives me opportunity to wish each of you a Happy New Year and I can also report the results of your volunteering. The

Ikebana

Five classes are being offered by Rika Saruwatari. Classes are open to the public and will be held Saturday mornings 10:00 am -12:00 noon on April 29 May 13 & 27 and June 10 & 24 at the temple. Cost is $175 including tax Students

Syrian Refugee Presentation

Thursday, January 19, 7:30 pm As many of you know, the ongoing war in Syria is destroying lives and families and shows little hope of ending in the near future. Refugees from all walks of life have had to escape this conflict, often with little

Bodhi Day – Dec 11

A reminder that the 2016 Bodhi Day service will be on Sunday, December 11 at 10 am. On this day, we commemorate the attainment of Enlightenment of Prince Gautama Siddhartha to become Shakyamuni Buddha. Open to the public and a light lunch will follow the