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SUMMARY:Meditation for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a meaningful family-friendly morning at Kadampa Meditation Center in the heart of Sarasota. This event is an opportunity for families to get to know our temple and world peace garden\, relax and enjoy a fun morning in serene surroundings. The activities\, which include a simple guided meditation\, story\, art and outdoor games\, are designed to help children and families cultivate inner peace and positive states of mind. All families are welcome! \n$5 Suggested Donation
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/meditation-for-kids-3/2026-02-15/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation for Kids,Weekly Drop-In Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T121500
DTSTAMP:20260403T193548
CREATED:20251219T214847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T194608Z
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SUMMARY:How to Think Like a Meditator
DESCRIPTION:There are so many benefits to meditation\, now is the time to experience them for yourself. Whether you are new to meditation or wish to deepen and improve your practice\, this weekly series is for you. \nMeditation is much more than simply stopping thoughts. In these classes\, we will take a practical and insightful look at the mind itself\, exploring the different mental functions that support successful meditation. By understanding the different parts of the mind that come together in a successful meditation\, we can assess our strengths\, address areas for improvement\, and develop the skills for deeper\, more meaningful meditations. \n\nWeek 1- Understanding the Mind and it’s Parts\nWeek 2- Developing Meaningful Aspirations\nWeek 3- Finding our Object of Meditation\nWeek 4 – Mindfulness\, the Heart of Meditation\nWeek 5 – Concentration and Mental Suppleness\nWeek 6 – The Power of Wisdom\n\nWe will be using How to Understand the Mind by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso as the basis for this series. \n \n  \nChildren Welcome! Check out our ongoing kids class offered concurrently with this Sunday class. Meditation for Kids (for children ages 4 – 12)
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/how-to-think-like-a-meditator-5/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sunday Meditation Class,Weekly Drop-In Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193548
CREATED:20260103T171542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T195614Z
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SUMMARY:Wishfulfilling Jewel with food offering
DESCRIPTION:This practice is the heart essence of Kadampa Buddhism. In the first part we visualize our Spiritual Guide as Je Tsongkhapa and make prayers and requests to purify negativity\, accumulate merit\, and receive blessings. This prepares our mind for a 15-minute meditation on the Stages of the Path to Enlightenment. After the meditation we make prayers to our Dharma Protector\, Dorje Shugden. Through this we can overcome obstacles to our practice and increase our pure Dharma realizations. \nThis practice includes a tsog offering so you can bring a vegetarian food or beverage\, packaged or prepared\, as an offering if you wish. Fruits\, vegetables\, cookies\, crackers\, dips\, and bottled beverages include some examples of  common tsog offering items.
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/wishfulfilling-jewel-with-food-offering-3/2026-02-15/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Puja,Wishfulfilling Jewel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260216T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260216T084500
DTSTAMP:20260403T193548
CREATED:20260118T155003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T155003Z
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SUMMARY:35 Confession Buddhas
DESCRIPTION:The Boddhisattvas Confessions of Moral Downfalls \nNo matter how negative our mind is we have the opportunity to purify it completely by engaging in purification\, the root of future happiness and spiritual realizations. In this practice\, we visualize the Thirty-five Confession Buddhas and practice purification in their presence. Through the power of their blessings and prayers\, we can swiftly purify even the heaviest negative actions simply by faithfully reciting their names. During this practice\, we will make one prostration to each of the 35 Buddhas.
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/35-confession-buddhas-3/2026-02-16/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:35 Confession Buddhas,Puja
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260216T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260216T124500
DTSTAMP:20260403T193548
CREATED:20250215T172915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T032127Z
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SUMMARY:Lunchtime Meditation
DESCRIPTION:These lunchtime meditations taught by teachers of KMC Florida are suitable for everyone. They consist of a short talk on meditation followed by a guided meditation to set you up nicely for a tranquil day. Followed by lunch in our World Peace Cafe. \nEveryone Welcome!
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/lunchtime-meditation-7-2-2/2026-02-16/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lunchtime Meditation,Weekly Drop-In Class
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260216T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193548
CREATED:20251028T181555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T005836Z
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SUMMARY:Dakini Yoga (HYT)
DESCRIPTION:Prayers and meditations that contain the essence of the self-generation practice of Vajrayogini – the female enlightened Deity of Highest Yoga Tantra who is the manifestation of the wisdom of all Buddhas. It is also a six-session yoga – a simple but powerful daily practice for maintaining all Tantric commitments for those who have received a Highest Yoga Tantra empowerment – that has been specially arranged for those who have received the empowerment of Vajrayogini. Also included are lists of the Bodhisattva and Tantric vows and commitments\, and an explanation on how the practice of Dakini Yoga fulfils these commitments. \nThose attending should have received Highest Yoga Tantra empowerment or have the intention to do so in the near future.
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/dakini-yoga-hyt/2026-02-16/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dakini Yoga,Puja
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260216T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260216T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193548
CREATED:20260118T151242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T151242Z
UID:10019933-1771266600-1771273800@meditationinsarasota.org
SUMMARY:Teacher Training Program (TTP)
DESCRIPTION:The Teacher Training Program (TTP) is designed for students who wish to become qualified teachers of Modern Buddhism. There are twelve subjects and fourteen texts taught in TTP\, including the six texts taught in FP. Students are also required to observe certain commitments and to complete a number of meditation retreats each year. Enrollment must be approved by the Resident Teacher. Find out more information HERE.
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/teacher-training-program-ttp-9/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Study Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193548
CREATED:20251220T103419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T154758Z
UID:10019487-1771329600-1771335000@meditationinsarasota.org
SUMMARY:Quick Path (HYT)
DESCRIPTION:This session is open only to those who have received the Highest Yoga Tantra empowerments from the New Kadampa Tradition. If you have not received this empowerment please join us for another puja\, such as Wishfulfilling Jewel with Lamrim Meditation. Quick Path is the tantric practice of Vajrayogini\, a female enlightened being. \nWALK INS WELCOME!  \nThere is no registration for this prayer. \nIf you would like to attend this prayer live stream open the following link at the scheduled time  \nPuja Zoom Link
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/quick-path-hyt-3-2-2/2026-02-17/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Puja,Quick Path
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193548
CREATED:20260316T154828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T024452Z
UID:10021686-1771329600-1771335000@meditationinsarasota.org
SUMMARY:The New Essence of Vajrayana (HYT)
DESCRIPTION:This session is open only to those who have received the Highest Yoga Tantra empowerments from the New Kadampa Tradition. If you have not received this empowerment please join us for another puja\, such as Wishfulfilling Jewel with Lamrim Meditation. The New Essence of Vajrayana is the tantric practice of Heruka\, an enlightened being. \nWALK INS WELCOME!  \nThere is no registration for this prayer. \nIf you would like to attend this prayer live stream open the following link at the scheduled time  \nPuja Zoom Link
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/the-new-essence-of-vajrayana-hyt/2026-02-17/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Puja,The New Essence of Vajrayana (HYT)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193548
CREATED:20251020T182453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T005406Z
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SUMMARY:Heart Jewel with Silent Meditation
DESCRIPTION:The Heart Jewel prayer and meditation practice is the heart essence of Kadampa Buddhism. It is used by many Kadampas as their main daily practice. \nThrough these beautiful prayers we can overcome obstacles to our Dharma practice and create favorable conditions so that we can nurture and increase our pure Dharma realizations. \nPractice details: In the first part we visualize our Spiritual Guide as Je Tsongkhapa. Then we make prayers and requests to purify any negativity\, accumulate merit\, and receive blessings. A pause for personal silent meditation is included. It is a very meaningful and enjoyable practice\, especially when performed in a group setting.
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/heart-jewel-with-silent-meditation-13/2026-02-17/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Heart Jewel,Puja
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T201500
DTSTAMP:20260403T193548
CREATED:20260130T214025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T223514Z
UID:10020871-1771354800-1771359300@meditationinsarasota.org
SUMMARY:Eight Steps to Happiness
DESCRIPTION:Everyone wants to be happy and no one wants to suffer\, but very few people understand what is the real cause of happiness and what is the real cause of suffering. We spend almost all our time adjusting the external world\, trying to make it conform to our wishes. We could change our home or our partner countless times\, but until we change our restless\, discontented mind\, we will never find real happiness. Because ultimately\, it is our mind that determines whether we are happy or miserable. \nIn this series of meditation classes we will explore the profound and practical methods to improve the mind as presented in the book “The New Eight Steps to happiness” by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/eight-steps-to-happiness-2/2026-02-17/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tuesday Meditation Class,Weekly Drop-In Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T234500
DTSTAMP:20260403T193548
CREATED:20251220T103539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T024754Z
UID:10019489-1771412400-1771458300@meditationinsarasota.org
SUMMARY:35 Confession Buddhas
DESCRIPTION:The Boddhisattvas Confessions of Moral Downfalls \nNo matter how negative our mind is we have the opportunity to purify it completely by engaging in purification\, the root of future happiness and spiritual realizations. In this practice\, we visualize the Thirty-five Confession Buddhas and practice purification in their presence. Through the power of their blessings and prayers\, we can swiftly purify even the heaviest negative actions simply by faithfully reciting their names. During this practice\, we will make one prostration to each of the 35 Buddhas.
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/35-confession-buddhas-2/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:35 Confession Buddhas,Puja
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T124500
DTSTAMP:20260403T193548
CREATED:20251217T230502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T025546Z
UID:10012295-1771416900-1771418700@meditationinsarasota.org
SUMMARY:Lunchtime Meditation
DESCRIPTION:These lunchtime meditations taught by teachers of KMC Florida are suitable for everyone. They consist of a short talk on meditation followed by a guided meditation to set you up nicely for a tranquil day. Followed by lunch in our World Peace Cafe. \nEveryone Welcome!
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/lunchtime-meditation-11-2-2/2026-02-18/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lunchtime Meditation,Weekly Drop-In Class
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193548
CREATED:20251020T182453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T005406Z
UID:10019051-1771434000-1771437600@meditationinsarasota.org
SUMMARY:Heart Jewel with Silent Meditation
DESCRIPTION:The Heart Jewel prayer and meditation practice is the heart essence of Kadampa Buddhism. It is used by many Kadampas as their main daily practice. \nThrough these beautiful prayers we can overcome obstacles to our Dharma practice and create favorable conditions so that we can nurture and increase our pure Dharma realizations. \nPractice details: In the first part we visualize our Spiritual Guide as Je Tsongkhapa. Then we make prayers and requests to purify any negativity\, accumulate merit\, and receive blessings. A pause for personal silent meditation is included. It is a very meaningful and enjoyable practice\, especially when performed in a group setting.
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/heart-jewel-with-silent-meditation-13/2026-02-18/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Heart Jewel,Puja
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193548
CREATED:20251214T215646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251214T215646Z
UID:10018485-1771439400-1771446600@meditationinsarasota.org
SUMMARY:Foundation Program (FP)
DESCRIPTION:The Foundation Program gives students the opportunity to engage in a more in-depth and structured approach to the practices of meditation and Buddhism. The structured curriculum allows us to develop a genuine experience of the Dharma while integrating it into our modern way of life. Participating in this program helps cultivate confidence in meditation\, from fundamental techniques for addressing daily challenges to advanced practices that lead to ultimate happiness and lasting inner peace. Find out more HERE.
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/foundation-program-fp-3-2-3/2026-02-18/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Study Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193548
CREATED:20260118T155311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T155311Z
UID:10020039-1771520400-1771524000@meditationinsarasota.org
SUMMARY:Dakini Yoga (HYT)
DESCRIPTION:Prayers and meditations that contain the essence of the self-generation practice of Vajrayogini – the female enlightened Deity of Highest Yoga Tantra who is the manifestation of the wisdom of all Buddhas. It is also a six-session yoga – a simple but powerful daily practice for maintaining all Tantric commitments for those who have received a Highest Yoga Tantra empowerment – that has been specially arranged for those who have received the empowerment of Vajrayogini. Also included are lists of the Bodhisattva and Tantric vows and commitments\, and an explanation on how the practice of Dakini Yoga fulfils these commitments. \nThose attending should have received Highest Yoga Tantra empowerment or have the intention to do so in the near future.
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/dakini-yoga-hyt-3-2/2026-02-19/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dakini Yoga,Puja
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193548
CREATED:20251220T104426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T205028Z
UID:10020087-1771525800-1771533000@meditationinsarasota.org
SUMMARY:Teacher Training Program (TTP)
DESCRIPTION:The Teacher Training Program (TTP) is designed for students who wish to become qualified teachers of Modern Buddhism. There are twelve subjects and fourteen texts taught in TTP\, including the six texts taught in FP. Students are also required to observe certain commitments and to complete a number of meditation retreats each year. Enrollment must be approved by the Resident Teacher. Find out more information HERE.
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/teacher-training-program-ttp-6-2/2026-02-19/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Study Program
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193548
CREATED:20250215T171047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T021626Z
UID:10011426-1771585200-1771588800@meditationinsarasota.org
SUMMARY:Meditations for a Meaningful Life
DESCRIPTION:The Stages of the Path to Enlightenment\, or “Lamrim”\, is a sophisticated\, practical presentation of Buddhist teachings\, which is designed to help us improve and grow in a deliberate and joyful way. Over 1000 years ago the Buddhist sage Atisha consolidated the 84\,000 teachings of Buddha into the Lamrim\, which  are 21 essential meditations\, revolutionizing the practice of Buddha’s teachings. Since then\, Lamrim has flourished throughout the world and it perfectly fits within our modern lifestyle. It is simple\, scientific\, and incredibly potent. \nThe Lamrim takes us step-by-step through carefully crafted meditations so we can purposefully nourish the qualities in our mind that lead to our happiness and reduce our painful thoughts and feelings. \nIn this class\, we will go one-by-one through the Lamrim\, drawing out how we can personally use these meditations and create our own meditation practice. There will be a special emphasis on the art of meditation and how to really make our meditations effective. \nJoin us afterwards for lunch in our World Peace Cafe! Lunch is available for purchase at check in and will be served after the class.
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/the-power-to-change-4-2-2/2026-02-20/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Friday Meditation Class,Weekly Drop-In Class
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193548
CREATED:20251220T103419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T154758Z
UID:10020986-1771612200-1771619400@meditationinsarasota.org
SUMMARY:Quick Path (HYT)
DESCRIPTION:This session is open only to those who have received the Highest Yoga Tantra empowerments from the New Kadampa Tradition. If you have not received this empowerment please join us for another puja\, such as Wishfulfilling Jewel with Lamrim Meditation. Quick Path is the tantric practice of Vajrayogini\, a female enlightened being. \nWALK INS WELCOME!  \nThere is no registration for this prayer. \nIf you would like to attend this prayer live stream open the following link at the scheduled time  \nPuja Zoom Link
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/quick-path-hyt-3-2-2/2026-02-20/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Puja,Quick Path
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193548
CREATED:20260316T154828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T024452Z
UID:10021687-1771612200-1771619400@meditationinsarasota.org
SUMMARY:The New Essence of Vajrayana (HYT)
DESCRIPTION:This session is open only to those who have received the Highest Yoga Tantra empowerments from the New Kadampa Tradition. If you have not received this empowerment please join us for another puja\, such as Wishfulfilling Jewel with Lamrim Meditation. The New Essence of Vajrayana is the tantric practice of Heruka\, an enlightened being. \nWALK INS WELCOME!  \nThere is no registration for this prayer. \nIf you would like to attend this prayer live stream open the following link at the scheduled time  \nPuja Zoom Link
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/the-new-essence-of-vajrayana-hyt/2026-02-20/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Puja,The New Essence of Vajrayana (HYT)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260222
DTSTAMP:20260403T193548
CREATED:20260103T172316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260103T172316Z
UID:10019663-1771632000-1771718399@meditationinsarasota.org
SUMMARY:Fire Puja
DESCRIPTION:Fire Puja\nIn order to complete the Vajrayogini Close Retreat commitments\, it is necessary to engage in a Vajrayogini Fire Puja at the end.  \nPlease Note\n\nYou must have Highest Yoga Tantra empowerment\nYou must have completed a qualified Vajrayogini Close Retreat\nPreparations for Fire Puja done by participants during retreat\nFor more information about this retreat contact EPC@meditationinsarasota.org\n\nSchedule\n\nPreparations begin the week leading up to the Fire Puja with most happening on Friday February 20.\nThe Fire Puja will occur on Saturday\, February 21 beginning in the morning.\n\nPricing\n\n$37\n\nAccommodations available through registration. 
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/fire-puja/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T121500
DTSTAMP:20260403T193548
CREATED:20250728T200441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260111T203514Z
UID:10018683-1771758000-1771762500@meditationinsarasota.org
SUMMARY:Meditation for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a meaningful family-friendly morning at Kadampa Meditation Center in the heart of Sarasota. This event is an opportunity for families to get to know our temple and world peace garden\, relax and enjoy a fun morning in serene surroundings. The activities\, which include a simple guided meditation\, story\, art and outdoor games\, are designed to help children and families cultivate inner peace and positive states of mind. All families are welcome! \n$5 Suggested Donation
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/meditation-for-kids-3/2026-02-22/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation for Kids,Weekly Drop-In Class
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T121500
DTSTAMP:20260403T193548
CREATED:20251219T214930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T194630Z
UID:10019304-1771758000-1771762500@meditationinsarasota.org
SUMMARY:How to Think Like a Meditator
DESCRIPTION:There are so many benefits to meditation\, now is the time to experience them for yourself. Whether you are new to meditation or wish to deepen and improve your practice\, this weekly series is for you. \nMeditation is much more than simply stopping thoughts. In these classes\, we will take a practical and insightful look at the mind itself\, exploring the different mental functions that support successful meditation. By understanding the different parts of the mind that come together in a successful meditation\, we can assess our strengths\, address areas for improvement\, and develop the skills for deeper\, more meaningful meditations. \n\nWeek 1- Understanding the Mind and it’s Parts\nWeek 2- Developing Meaningful Aspirations\nWeek 3- Finding our Object of Meditation\nWeek 4 – Mindfulness\, the Heart of Meditation\nWeek 5 – Concentration and Mental Suppleness\nWeek 6 – The Power of Wisdom\n\nWe will be using How to Understand the Mind by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso as the basis for this series. \n \n  \nChildren Welcome! Check out our ongoing kids class offered concurrently with this Sunday class. Meditation for Kids (for children ages 4 – 12)
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/how-to-think-like-a-meditator-6/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sunday Meditation Class,Weekly Drop-In Class
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193548
CREATED:20260103T171542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T195614Z
UID:10019617-1771768800-1771772400@meditationinsarasota.org
SUMMARY:Wishfulfilling Jewel with food offering
DESCRIPTION:This practice is the heart essence of Kadampa Buddhism. In the first part we visualize our Spiritual Guide as Je Tsongkhapa and make prayers and requests to purify negativity\, accumulate merit\, and receive blessings. This prepares our mind for a 15-minute meditation on the Stages of the Path to Enlightenment. After the meditation we make prayers to our Dharma Protector\, Dorje Shugden. Through this we can overcome obstacles to our practice and increase our pure Dharma realizations. \nThis practice includes a tsog offering so you can bring a vegetarian food or beverage\, packaged or prepared\, as an offering if you wish. Fruits\, vegetables\, cookies\, crackers\, dips\, and bottled beverages include some examples of  common tsog offering items.
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/wishfulfilling-jewel-with-food-offering-3/2026-02-22/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Puja,Wishfulfilling Jewel
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T084500
DTSTAMP:20260403T193548
CREATED:20260118T155003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T155003Z
UID:10019989-1771833600-1771836300@meditationinsarasota.org
SUMMARY:35 Confession Buddhas
DESCRIPTION:The Boddhisattvas Confessions of Moral Downfalls \nNo matter how negative our mind is we have the opportunity to purify it completely by engaging in purification\, the root of future happiness and spiritual realizations. In this practice\, we visualize the Thirty-five Confession Buddhas and practice purification in their presence. Through the power of their blessings and prayers\, we can swiftly purify even the heaviest negative actions simply by faithfully reciting their names. During this practice\, we will make one prostration to each of the 35 Buddhas.
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/35-confession-buddhas-3/2026-02-23/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:35 Confession Buddhas,Puja
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T124500
DTSTAMP:20260403T193548
CREATED:20250215T172915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T032127Z
UID:10010628-1771848900-1771850700@meditationinsarasota.org
SUMMARY:Lunchtime Meditation
DESCRIPTION:These lunchtime meditations taught by teachers of KMC Florida are suitable for everyone. They consist of a short talk on meditation followed by a guided meditation to set you up nicely for a tranquil day. Followed by lunch in our World Peace Cafe. \nEveryone Welcome!
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/lunchtime-meditation-7-2-2/2026-02-23/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lunchtime Meditation,Weekly Drop-In Class
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193548
CREATED:20251028T181555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T005836Z
UID:10019675-1771866000-1771869600@meditationinsarasota.org
SUMMARY:Dakini Yoga (HYT)
DESCRIPTION:Prayers and meditations that contain the essence of the self-generation practice of Vajrayogini – the female enlightened Deity of Highest Yoga Tantra who is the manifestation of the wisdom of all Buddhas. It is also a six-session yoga – a simple but powerful daily practice for maintaining all Tantric commitments for those who have received a Highest Yoga Tantra empowerment – that has been specially arranged for those who have received the empowerment of Vajrayogini. Also included are lists of the Bodhisattva and Tantric vows and commitments\, and an explanation on how the practice of Dakini Yoga fulfils these commitments. \nThose attending should have received Highest Yoga Tantra empowerment or have the intention to do so in the near future.
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/dakini-yoga-hyt/2026-02-23/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dakini Yoga,Puja
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193548
CREATED:20251220T104334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T204928Z
UID:10019496-1771871400-1771878600@meditationinsarasota.org
SUMMARY:Teacher Training Program (TTP)
DESCRIPTION:The Teacher Training Program (TTP) is designed for students who wish to become qualified teachers of Modern Buddhism. There are twelve subjects and fourteen texts taught in TTP\, including the six texts taught in FP. Students are also required to observe certain commitments and to complete a number of meditation retreats each year. Enrollment must be approved by the Resident Teacher. Find out more information HERE.
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/teacher-training-program-ttp-6/2026-02-23/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Study Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193548
CREATED:20251220T103419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T154758Z
UID:10019488-1771934400-1771939800@meditationinsarasota.org
SUMMARY:Quick Path (HYT)
DESCRIPTION:This session is open only to those who have received the Highest Yoga Tantra empowerments from the New Kadampa Tradition. If you have not received this empowerment please join us for another puja\, such as Wishfulfilling Jewel with Lamrim Meditation. Quick Path is the tantric practice of Vajrayogini\, a female enlightened being. \nWALK INS WELCOME!  \nThere is no registration for this prayer. \nIf you would like to attend this prayer live stream open the following link at the scheduled time  \nPuja Zoom Link
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/quick-path-hyt-3-2-2/2026-02-24/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Puja,Quick Path
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193548
CREATED:20260316T154828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T024452Z
UID:10021688-1771934400-1771939800@meditationinsarasota.org
SUMMARY:The New Essence of Vajrayana (HYT)
DESCRIPTION:This session is open only to those who have received the Highest Yoga Tantra empowerments from the New Kadampa Tradition. If you have not received this empowerment please join us for another puja\, such as Wishfulfilling Jewel with Lamrim Meditation. The New Essence of Vajrayana is the tantric practice of Heruka\, an enlightened being. \nWALK INS WELCOME!  \nThere is no registration for this prayer. \nIf you would like to attend this prayer live stream open the following link at the scheduled time  \nPuja Zoom Link
URL:https://meditationinsarasota.org/event/the-new-essence-of-vajrayana-hyt/2026-02-24/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center Florida\, 730 N Washington Blvd\, Sarasota\, FL\, 34236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Puja,The New Essence of Vajrayana (HYT)
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