Posts Categorized: Sangha Engagement

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

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

Get your rice on!

Bowls of Rice Plan to attend a fun rice workshop to be held at the Temple on Sunday, Nov 17 starting around 11:15am/after service. Come learn about the importance of this staple and the differences between some of the different varieties. Then we’ll show you different ways rice

Japanese Tea Ceremony Demonstration

Don’t miss this special demonstration of the Japanese Tea Ceremony, with ikebana display, proudly hosted by the Calgary Buddhist Temple Sangha Engagement scheduled for Sunday, Oct 13 from 2:00-4:00pm at the Temple. The tea ceremony involves the ceremonial preparation, presentation, and drinking of matcha [抹茶]

Sunday Sundae for Sensei

On Sunday, Sep 22 after service, let’s all show our appreciation to Sensei Robert Gubenco for his dedication and commitment to the Sangha and to the community he serves so well. There’ll be ice cream, fruit, and fixings – EVERYONE IS WELCOME!  Please join us,

Community Outreach

Feels good to do good!  We’ll be providing lunch service on two more Sundays this year so please join us. We leave from the temple after service, around 11:15am, to walk over to the Drop-In Centre together, or meet us there at 11:30am. Ten volunteers

From Mountaineer to Stroke Survivor

On Sunday, March 24, join us for tea after service and meet the resilient author of “From Mountaineer to Stroke Survivor”, Remy Bernier. Remy started a new life in 2006 due to a stroke. Prior to his accident, he was thriving as an aspiring mountain

Wool you be mine?

On Sunday, February 11, 2024 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm, the Calgary Buddhist Temple Sangha Engagement is proud to offer this introductory workshop where participants will have fun learning and working with wool. There will be some hands-on components as well! We have an engaging presenter who is excited