Calgary Buddhist Temple Blog

Community Outreach

Sunday, October 23, 2022
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In November, the Calgary Buddhist Temple Sangha Engagement will be giving back to the community which is an important way of showing you care! For more than 60 years, the Calgary Drop-In Centre (the DI) has been more than an emergency shelter. Rooted in community and fueled by kindness, the DI provide essential care as well as health services and housing support to adults experiencing or at risk of experiencing homelessness. 

The Temple will be providing lunch service on two Sundays – Nov 13 & 20.  Ten volunteers will be required per lunch service and the minimum age is 16 years old. 

Sign up at https://bit.ly/Volunteer-Nov2022

Calgary Drop-In Centre

DI Brief

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Dogs and Frogs

Friday, September 16, 2022
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The Calgary Buddhist Temple Sangha Engagement is proud to host this intriguing online presentation by retired Sensei James Martin on Sunday, Oct 23rd at 1pm mountain time.

Our current lifestyle provides us with one of the highest standards of living with few exceptions. We enjoy all the comforts, conveniences, leisure time and necessities of life in abundance. Yet many of us remain in the eternal loop of thinking more will be better.  With all the ‘progress’ humanity has made, have we may be forgot our ‘natural’ place in nature to our own detriment?  Could reconnecting with that world be a path for finding that sweet spot we seek?

Join James and the Sangha in exploring a Buddhist perspective of our connection to nature and the benefits of such a practice.  Everyone is welcome!

Register

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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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