BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.4.3//EN BEGIN:VEVENT UID:907@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250304T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250304T211500 DTSTAMP:20250116T163408Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/introduction-to-meditat ion-and-buddhism-tuesday-course-4/ SUMMARY:Introduction to Meditation and Buddhism: Tuesday Course DESCRIPTION:'Living from inspiration and intention' course\nTuesdays from 4 March - 8 April\, 7:15-9:15pm (doors open 7.00pm)\n\n\nSuitable for begin ners or those needing a refresh of the basics.\nIn person at the Buddhist Centre.\nBooking essential as places are limited.\n\nBOOK HERE\n\n \;\ n\nWhat is the course about?\n\nThis 6 week exploration of Meditation and Buddhism\, is an introduction to 3 different meditation practices and offe rs some input about the Buddha. Hear some of the stories of his life\, som e of his teachings and how we can still apply them to our lives today. The course is also a chance to explore the ideas with others and connect to a sense of community.\n\n \;\n\nWhat will we cover?\n\nDuring each even ing we will spend some time learning a meditation practice\, looking at te chniques\, posture\, motivation\, what helps sustain a practice and what c an get in the way. Each week there will be time to sit together\, and spac e to ask any questions that arise for you.\n\nWe’ll be learning body sca n meditation\, mindfulness of breathing practice\, and a meditation called the Metta Bhavana\, that can help us develop openness and a positive atti tude towards ourselves and other people in our life. \n\nOver the weeks we will be bringing alive the potential of freedom and inspiration that the Buddha can offer us\, a path towards getting there\, and the benefit of do ing that with others. This is also known as the three jewels: the Buddha\, the Dharma and the Sangha\, which are central themes to this tradition of Buddhism. \n\n \;\n\nThis course can help you to...\n\n Set up a re gular meditation practice\, either guiding yourself or listening to record ings with increased confidence\n Identify how mindfulness can support new ways of looking\, seeing and being in the world\n Connect to renewed ins piration and purpose\n Understand some of the basics of Buddhism to help you continue exploring deeper\n\n \;\n\nIs this course for me?\n\nSuit able for absolute beginners\, those curious to learn more about Buddhism a nd Meditation with others\, and for those with experience in mindfulness a nd/or Buddhism who wish to re-fresh their practice or find new approaches.  \n\nAll equipment is provided - chairs\, cushions\, mats\, and blankets. Please just wear comfortable clothing and turn your phone on silent. \n\ n \;\n\nWhat's the cost:\n\nAll our classes and events are run by dona tion on a give what you can basis. There is no fixed fee. 'By donation' is a radical economy\, read more about it here.\n\n \;\n\n \;\n\nFi nd out more about our Introduction Courses here:\n\nIntroductory Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/Website-image.jpg CATEGORIES:Introductory (Open to All) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:906@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART:20250304T191500Z DTEND:20250304T211500Z DTSTAMP:20250213T135123Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/going-deeper-free-time/ SUMMARY:Going Deeper: Free Time DESCRIPTION:Going Deeper led by Abhayadhara\nFree time: an exploration of t ime from a Buddhist perspective\n\nTuesdays 4 March - 8 April\nSessions ru n from 7.15-9.15pm with a tea break in the middle.\nDoors open at 7pm\, fe el free to arrive early to settle in.\n‘Time is a fire which consumes me \, but I am that fire’ - Jorge Luis Borges\n\nWhatever time is\, it’s a mystery\, and this course is an invitation to explore that mystery furth er\, from a Buddhist perspective. Based on Vajragupta’s book of the same title\, we will look at the ways in which we create our experience of tim e\, as well as the liberating teaching that time is not something we are ‘in’ but something we are.\n\nBOOK YOUR PLACE HERE\n\nWho is this cour se for? \nOnce you have learnt the basics on our Introductory Courses you can continue exploring Buddhism and Meditation in Going Deeper. You don ’t need to think of yourself as a Buddhist\, just someone who’s intere sted. This may be your first dive in\, you may have prior experience of Bu ddhism/Meditation\, or you may have been coming to the centre for months o r years and something in this theme speaks to you.\n\n \;\n\nAbout Goi ng Deeper:\nEach series\, on a particular theme\, is designed to support y ou in deepening your understanding and practice of Buddhist ideas and medi tation. Going Deeper can help you apply Buddhist teachings in your life\, developing greater mindfulness\, positive emotion and wisdom. With greater awareness and kindness we can transform ourselves and the way we relate t o other people and the world\, making our lives more honest\, meaningful a nd enjoyable.\n\nAll our classes and events are run by donation\, there is no fixed fee. Please watch this video to understand more deeply what th at means.\n\n \n\n \;\n\nTo read more about next steps after introduc tory course visit this page. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/GOING-DEEPER-5-rotated.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:752@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250305T124500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250305T140000 DTSTAMP:20250225T162306Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/online-lunchtime-dharma -class-2-2025-03-05/ SUMMARY:Online Lunchtime Dharma Class DESCRIPTION:WAKE UP! The underlying message of the Buddha\nTimeless questio ns are always with us: What is the meaning of life? Surely there must be m ore to life than this? And at times of crisis\, maybe these questions are more alive than usual.\n\nThe Buddha also asked these questions 2500 years ago\, in relation to old age\, sickness and death. This led to his great quest to be free\, liberated\, awakened. Finally he broke through and beca me enlightened\, a Buddha. What did he discover and how is it still releva nt to us?\n\nEach week\, join Shuddhakirti to explore a teaching of the Bu ddha through a short guided meditation\, talk\, discussion and questions. You're welcome to come along if you are new to Buddhism or more experience d. This class is open to all.\n\nGreat if you live far away from the Buddh ist centre or looking for a little bit of Dharma to break up your day.\n\n  \;\n\nClass opens from 12:45 for a chance to chat\, session starts fr om 1.\n\nNo charge - please make a donation if you can.\n\nClick here to j oin the Zoom meeting\n\nLINK: us02web.zoom.us/j/83743219796 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/wednesday-rotated.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars,Introductory (Open to All) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:803@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250306T124500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250306T140000 DTSTAMP:20250203T163654Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/thursday-lunchtime-medi tation-2-2025-03-06/ SUMMARY:Thursday Lunchtime Meditation DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 12:45pm\, session begins at 1pm. Chance for tea a nd a chat afterwards.\nNo need to book – just turn up.\n\nThis drop-in l unchtime session is perfect for both those wanting to try meditation for t he first time as well as those more experienced but looking for a space to be led through meditation with others. All are welcome.\n\nWe will introd uce you to and lead you through the meditations\, either a mindfulness of breathing\, or metta bhavana practice.\n\n \;\n\nThis lunchtime class is in-person at the Buddhist Centre. Great for anyone local to the centre with space on a Thursday daytime\, or those working from home who could po p down for the hour.\n\nThe class is offered on a donation basis. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/thursday-3-rotated.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars,Introductory (Open to All) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:908@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250306T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250306T211500 DTSTAMP:20250116T163648Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/introduction-to-meditat ion-and-buddhism-thursday-course-3/ SUMMARY:Introduction to Meditation and Buddhism: Thursday Course DESCRIPTION:'Living from inspiration and intention' course\nThursdays from 6 March - 10 April\, 7:15-9:15pm (doors open 7.00pm)\n\nIn person at the B uddhist Centre.\nBooking essential as places are limited.\n\nBOOK HERE\n\n  \;\n\nWhat is the course about?\n\nThis 6 week exploration of Meditat ion and Buddhism\, is an introduction to 3 different meditation practices and offers some input about the Buddha. Hear some of the stories of his li fe\, some of his teachings and how we can still apply them to our lives to day. The course is also a chance to explore the ideas with others and conn ect to a sense of community.\n\nWhat will we cover?\n\nDuring each evening we will spend some time learning a meditation practice\, looking at techn iques\, posture\, motivation\, what helps sustain a practice and what can get in the way. Each week there will be time to sit together\, and space t o ask any questions that arise for you.\n\nWe’ll be learning body scan m editation\, mindfulness of breathing practice\, and a meditation called th e Metta Bhavana\, that can help us develop openness and a positive attitud e towards ourselves and other people in our life.\n\nOver the weeks we wil l be bringing alive the potential of freedom and inspiration that the Budd ha can offer us\, a path towards getting there\, and the benefit of doing that with others. This is also known as the three jewels: the Buddha\, the Dharma and the Sangha\, which are central themes to this tradition of Bud dhism. \n\nThis course can help you to...\n\n Set up a regular meditatio n practice\, either guiding yourself or listening to recordings with incre ased confidence\n Identify how mindfulness can support new ways of lookin g\, seeing and being in the world\n Connect to renewed inspiration and pu rpose\n Understand some of the basics of Buddhism to help you continue ex ploring deeper\n\nIs this course for me?\n\nSuitable for absolute beginner s\, those curious to learn more about Buddhism and Meditation with others\ , and for those with experience in mindfulness and/or Buddhism who wish to re-fresh their practice or find new approaches. \n\nAll equipment is pro vided - chairs\, cushions\, mats\, and blankets. Please just wear comforta ble clothing and turn your phone on silent. \n\n \;\n\nWhat's the cos t:\n\nAll our classes and events are run by donation on a give what you ca n basis. There is no fixed fee. 'By donation' is a radical economy\, read more about it here.\n\n \;\n\nFind out more about our Introduction Co urses here:\n\nIntroductory Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/website-thurs-.jpg CATEGORIES:Introductory (Open to All) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:852@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART:20250306T191500Z DTEND:20250306T211500Z DTSTAMP:20250228T122220Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/dharma-night-2025-03-06 / SUMMARY:Dharma Night DESCRIPTION:Dharma Night: The Buddha's teachings for everyone\nThemes from The Sutra of Golden Light with Dharmashalin\n\n\nThe Bodhisattva Ruciraket u has a dream: Buddhas appear\, golden light appears\, there is a drum bea t\, the drum of the Buddha Dharma. He awakes from this epic dream with a g reat aspiration to practice the Dharma which leads him to confessing all t hat holds him back. After this sincere and extensive period of confession he expresses his rejoicings!\nThe journey described here may sound familia r as it echoes the moods we go through in the Seven Fold Puja. Singhamati hopes you will join her for an inspiring\, and perhaps a little challengin g\, series on the exploration of this great sutra. Together we can explore why aspiration leads to confession and on to rejoicing and will dive deep ly into the significance of confession in Buddhism. Hope to see you there! \n\n\nWeek One: The Bodhisattvas Dream\n\n______________\n\nEvery 7 weeks there will be a new theme\, along with pujas and guest speakers. Each sess ion is stand alone\, so you don't have to come to every one in the series. \n\nNo need to book. No charge – please make a donation.\n\nDharma nigh t runs from 7:15 - 9:15pm every Thursday evening. Doors open at 7pm for a chance to chat and have tea before hand. Open to anyone who is familiar wi th the mindfulness of breathing and metta bhavana meditations. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/a4-poster-4.png CATEGORIES:For Regulars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:688@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART:20250308T100000Z DTEND:20250308T130000Z DTSTAMP:20241120T123227Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/silent-saturday-morning -meditation-3-2025-03-08/ SUMMARY:Silent Saturday Morning Meditation DESCRIPTION:In person\, every Saturday 10am - 1pm\n\nA morning of meditatio n\, for more confident meditators. These are unguided sits\, if you'd like the support and atmosphere of meditating with others. There will be bells for stages.\n\n \;\n\nJoin on the hour for the first session\, the se cond\, or third. You do not need to do all 3.\n\n\nNo booking required. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/Untitled_Artwork-scaled.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:753@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250312T124500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250312T140000 DTSTAMP:20250225T162306Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/online-lunchtime-dharma -class-2-2025-03-12/ SUMMARY:Online Lunchtime Dharma Class DESCRIPTION:WAKE UP! The underlying message of the Buddha\nTimeless questio ns are always with us: What is the meaning of life? Surely there must be m ore to life than this? And at times of crisis\, maybe these questions are more alive than usual.\n\nThe Buddha also asked these questions 2500 years ago\, in relation to old age\, sickness and death. This led to his great quest to be free\, liberated\, awakened. Finally he broke through and beca me enlightened\, a Buddha. What did he discover and how is it still releva nt to us?\n\nEach week\, join Shuddhakirti to explore a teaching of the Bu ddha through a short guided meditation\, talk\, discussion and questions. You're welcome to come along if you are new to Buddhism or more experience d. This class is open to all.\n\nGreat if you live far away from the Buddh ist centre or looking for a little bit of Dharma to break up your day.\n\n  \;\n\nClass opens from 12:45 for a chance to chat\, session starts fr om 1.\n\nNo charge - please make a donation if you can.\n\nClick here to j oin the Zoom meeting\n\nLINK: us02web.zoom.us/j/83743219796 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/wednesday-rotated.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars,Introductory (Open to All) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:804@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250313T124500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250313T140000 DTSTAMP:20250203T163654Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/thursday-lunchtime-medi tation-2-2025-03-13/ SUMMARY:Thursday Lunchtime Meditation DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 12:45pm\, session begins at 1pm. Chance for tea a nd a chat afterwards.\nNo need to book – just turn up.\n\nThis drop-in l unchtime session is perfect for both those wanting to try meditation for t he first time as well as those more experienced but looking for a space to be led through meditation with others. All are welcome.\n\nWe will introd uce you to and lead you through the meditations\, either a mindfulness of breathing\, or metta bhavana practice.\n\n \;\n\nThis lunchtime class is in-person at the Buddhist Centre. Great for anyone local to the centre with space on a Thursday daytime\, or those working from home who could po p down for the hour.\n\nThe class is offered on a donation basis. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/thursday-3-rotated.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars,Introductory (Open to All) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:853@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART:20250313T191500Z DTEND:20250313T211500Z DTSTAMP:20250228T122302Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/dharma-night-2025-03-13 / SUMMARY:Dharma Night DESCRIPTION:Dharma Night: The Buddha's teachings for everyone\nThemes from The Sutra of Golden Light with Dharmashalin\n\n\nThe Bodhisattva Ruciraket u has a dream: Buddhas appear\, golden light appears\, there is a drum bea t\, the drum of the Buddha Dharma. He awakes from this epic dream with a g reat aspiration to practice the Dharma which leads him to confessing all t hat holds him back. After this sincere and extensive period of confession he expresses his rejoicings!\nThe journey described here may sound familia r as it echoes the moods we go through in the Seven Fold Puja. Singhamati hopes you will join her for an inspiring\, and perhaps a little challengin g\, series on the exploration of this great sutra. Together we can explore why aspiration leads to confession and on to rejoicing and will dive deep ly into the significance of confession in Buddhism. Hope to see you there! \n\n\n\nWeek Two: Confession\n\n______________\n\nEvery 7 weeks there will be a new theme\, along with pujas and guest speakers. Each session is sta nd alone\, so you don't have to come to every one in the series.\n\nNo nee d to book. No charge – please make a donation.\n\nDharma night runs fro m 7:15 - 9:15pm every Thursday evening. Doors open at 7pm for a chance to chat and have tea before hand. Open to anyone who is familiar with the min dfulness of breathing and metta bhavana meditations. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/a4-poster-4.png CATEGORIES:For Regulars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:689@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART:20250315T100000Z DTEND:20250315T130000Z DTSTAMP:20241120T123227Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/silent-saturday-morning -meditation-3-2025-03-15/ SUMMARY:Silent Saturday Morning Meditation DESCRIPTION:In person\, every Saturday 10am - 1pm\n\nA morning of meditatio n\, for more confident meditators. These are unguided sits\, if you'd like the support and atmosphere of meditating with others. There will be bells for stages.\n\n \;\n\nJoin on the hour for the first session\, the se cond\, or third. You do not need to do all 3.\n\n\nNo booking required. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/Untitled_Artwork-scaled.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:922@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART:20250315T103000Z DTEND:20250315T123000Z DTSTAMP:20250224T112022Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/people-of-colour-medita tion-morning-9/ SUMMARY:People of Colour Meditation Morning DESCRIPTION:A friendly\, engaging\, and informal get-together\, creating a welcoming space for people of colour to learn\, connect and practice along side each other.\n\n\nMarch event: Ever had a moment where you almost snap ped back at someone—but didn’t? Or caught yourself before sending that text?\nThat’s the gap—the space where choice\, freedom\, and awarenes s live. Come along to see how we can 'find the gap' more in our lives.\n\n \nBOOK YOUR PLACE HERE\nSaturday 15 March from 10:30-12:30 at the Buddhist Centre\, arrival from 10am\n\n\nFree - donations welcome: take what you n eed\, give what you can.\n\n\n\n\nOur People of Colour events are gatherin gs for people who come from the richly diverse lived experiences of these intentionally welcomed identities: Black\, and people of colour inclusive of Asian\, South East Asian\, Latinx\, Arab/Middle Eastern\, biracial\, mi xed heritage\, and multiracial.\n\n\n“ In the age of distraction\, nothi ng can feel more luxurious than paying attention ” - Pico Iyer\n\n \ ;\n\n \;\n\n \; ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/PHOTO-2024-06-18-22-34-53-1.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars,Introductory (Open to All),People of Colour END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:754@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250319T124500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250319T140000 DTSTAMP:20250225T162306Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/online-lunchtime-dharma -class-2-2025-03-19/ SUMMARY:Online Lunchtime Dharma Class DESCRIPTION:WAKE UP! The underlying message of the Buddha\nTimeless questio ns are always with us: What is the meaning of life? Surely there must be m ore to life than this? And at times of crisis\, maybe these questions are more alive than usual.\n\nThe Buddha also asked these questions 2500 years ago\, in relation to old age\, sickness and death. This led to his great quest to be free\, liberated\, awakened. Finally he broke through and beca me enlightened\, a Buddha. What did he discover and how is it still releva nt to us?\n\nEach week\, join Shuddhakirti to explore a teaching of the Bu ddha through a short guided meditation\, talk\, discussion and questions. You're welcome to come along if you are new to Buddhism or more experience d. This class is open to all.\n\nGreat if you live far away from the Buddh ist centre or looking for a little bit of Dharma to break up your day.\n\n  \;\n\nClass opens from 12:45 for a chance to chat\, session starts fr om 1.\n\nNo charge - please make a donation if you can.\n\nClick here to j oin the Zoom meeting\n\nLINK: us02web.zoom.us/j/83743219796 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/wednesday-rotated.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars,Introductory (Open to All) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:805@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250320T124500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250320T140000 DTSTAMP:20250203T163654Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/thursday-lunchtime-medi tation-2-2025-03-20/ SUMMARY:Thursday Lunchtime Meditation DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 12:45pm\, session begins at 1pm. Chance for tea a nd a chat afterwards.\nNo need to book – just turn up.\n\nThis drop-in l unchtime session is perfect for both those wanting to try meditation for t he first time as well as those more experienced but looking for a space to be led through meditation with others. All are welcome.\n\nWe will introd uce you to and lead you through the meditations\, either a mindfulness of breathing\, or metta bhavana practice.\n\n \;\n\nThis lunchtime class is in-person at the Buddhist Centre. Great for anyone local to the centre with space on a Thursday daytime\, or those working from home who could po p down for the hour.\n\nThe class is offered on a donation basis. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/thursday-3-rotated.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars,Introductory (Open to All) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:854@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART:20250320T191500Z DTEND:20250320T211500Z DTSTAMP:20250228T122317Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/dharma-night-2025-03-20 / SUMMARY:Dharma Night DESCRIPTION:Dharma Night: The Buddha's teachings for everyone\nThemes from The Sutra of Golden Light with Dharmashalin\n\n\nThe Bodhisattva Ruciraket u has a dream: Buddhas appear\, golden light appears\, there is a drum bea t\, the drum of the Buddha Dharma. He awakes from this epic dream with a g reat aspiration to practice the Dharma which leads him to confessing all t hat holds him back. After this sincere and extensive period of confession he expresses his rejoicings!\nThe journey described here may sound familia r as it echoes the moods we go through in the Seven Fold Puja. Singhamati hopes you will join her for an inspiring\, and perhaps a little challengin g\, series on the exploration of this great sutra. Together we can explore why aspiration leads to confession and on to rejoicing and will dive deep ly into the significance of confession in Buddhism. Hope to see you there! \n\n\n\nWeek Three: Confession and the Oppressions\n\n______________\n\nEv ery 7 weeks there will be a new theme\, along with pujas and guest speaker s. Each session is stand alone\, so you don't have to come to every one in the series.\n\nNo need to book. No charge – please make a donation.\n\ nDharma night runs from 7:15 - 9:15pm every Thursday evening. Doors open a t 7pm for a chance to chat and have tea before hand. Open to anyone who is familiar with the mindfulness of breathing and metta bhavana meditations. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/a4-poster-4.png CATEGORIES:For Regulars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:690@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART:20250322T100000Z DTEND:20250322T130000Z DTSTAMP:20241120T123227Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/silent-saturday-morning -meditation-3-2025-03-22/ SUMMARY:Silent Saturday Morning Meditation DESCRIPTION:In person\, every Saturday 10am - 1pm\n\nA morning of meditatio n\, for more confident meditators. These are unguided sits\, if you'd like the support and atmosphere of meditating with others. There will be bells for stages.\n\n \;\n\nJoin on the hour for the first session\, the se cond\, or third. You do not need to do all 3.\n\n\nNo booking required. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/Untitled_Artwork-scaled.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:897@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250322T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250322T130000 DTSTAMP:20251002T133428Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/womens-sangha-morning-3 -2025-03-22/ SUMMARY:Women's Sangha Morning DESCRIPTION:Session from 10:30am – 1pm.\n\nAn opportunity to meet and pra ctise with other women in the Sangha. The morning will include meditation\ , discussion\, Dharma and ritual.\nYou’re very welcome\, no matter how l ong or how much you've been coming to the centre. Open to all women and to people who have lived experience of being socialised as women\, but now i dentify as non-binary.\nFrom 2025\, these mornings will be every fourth Sa turday of the month due to clashes with festival dates. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/Womens-Mornings-rotated.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:755@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250326T124500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250326T140000 DTSTAMP:20250225T162306Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/online-lunchtime-dharma -class-2-2025-03-26/ SUMMARY:Online Lunchtime Dharma Class DESCRIPTION:WAKE UP! The underlying message of the Buddha\nTimeless questio ns are always with us: What is the meaning of life? Surely there must be m ore to life than this? And at times of crisis\, maybe these questions are more alive than usual.\n\nThe Buddha also asked these questions 2500 years ago\, in relation to old age\, sickness and death. This led to his great quest to be free\, liberated\, awakened. Finally he broke through and beca me enlightened\, a Buddha. What did he discover and how is it still releva nt to us?\n\nEach week\, join Shuddhakirti to explore a teaching of the Bu ddha through a short guided meditation\, talk\, discussion and questions. You're welcome to come along if you are new to Buddhism or more experience d. This class is open to all.\n\nGreat if you live far away from the Buddh ist centre or looking for a little bit of Dharma to break up your day.\n\n  \;\n\nClass opens from 12:45 for a chance to chat\, session starts fr om 1.\n\nNo charge - please make a donation if you can.\n\nClick here to j oin the Zoom meeting\n\nLINK: us02web.zoom.us/j/83743219796 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/wednesday-rotated.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars,Introductory (Open to All) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:806@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250327T124500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250327T140000 DTSTAMP:20250203T163654Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/thursday-lunchtime-medi tation-2-2025-03-27/ SUMMARY:Thursday Lunchtime Meditation DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 12:45pm\, session begins at 1pm. Chance for tea a nd a chat afterwards.\nNo need to book – just turn up.\n\nThis drop-in l unchtime session is perfect for both those wanting to try meditation for t he first time as well as those more experienced but looking for a space to be led through meditation with others. All are welcome.\n\nWe will introd uce you to and lead you through the meditations\, either a mindfulness of breathing\, or metta bhavana practice.\n\n \;\n\nThis lunchtime class is in-person at the Buddhist Centre. Great for anyone local to the centre with space on a Thursday daytime\, or those working from home who could po p down for the hour.\n\nThe class is offered on a donation basis. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/thursday-3-rotated.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars,Introductory (Open to All) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:855@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART:20250327T191500Z DTEND:20250327T211500Z DTSTAMP:20250327T151443Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/dharma-night-2025-03-27 / SUMMARY:Dharma Night DESCRIPTION:Dharma Night: The Buddha's teachings for everyone\nThemes from The Sutra of Golden Light with Singhamati\n\n\nThe Bodhisattva Ruciraketu has a dream: Buddhas appear\, golden light appears\, there is a drum beat\ , the drum of the Buddha Dharma. He awakes from this epic dream with a gre at aspiration to practice the Dharma which leads him to confessing all tha t holds him back. After this sincere and extensive period of confession he expresses his rejoicings!\nThe journey described here may sound familiar as it echoes the moods we go through in the Seven Fold Puja. Singhamati ho pes you will join her for an inspiring\, and perhaps a little challenging\ , series on the exploration of this great sutra. Together we can explore w hy aspiration leads to confession and on to rejoicing and will dive deeply into the significance of confession in Buddhism. Hope to see you there!\n \n\n\n\nWeek Four: Celebration!\n\n______________\n\nEvery 7 weeks there w ill be a new theme\, along with pujas and guest speakers. Each session is stand alone\, so you don't have to come to every one in the series.\n\nNo need to book. No charge – please make a donation.\n\nDharma night runs from 7:15 - 9:15pm every Thursday evening. Doors open at 7pm for a chance to chat and have tea before hand. Open to anyone who is familiar with the mindfulness of breathing and metta bhavana meditations. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/a4-poster-4.png CATEGORIES:For Regulars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:691@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART:20250329T100000Z DTEND:20250329T130000Z DTSTAMP:20241120T123227Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/silent-saturday-morning -meditation-3-2025-03-29/ SUMMARY:Silent Saturday Morning Meditation DESCRIPTION:In person\, every Saturday 10am - 1pm\n\nA morning of meditatio n\, for more confident meditators. These are unguided sits\, if you'd like the support and atmosphere of meditating with others. There will be bells for stages.\n\n \;\n\nJoin on the hour for the first session\, the se cond\, or third. You do not need to do all 3.\n\n\nNo booking required. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/Untitled_Artwork-scaled.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:912@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART:20250330T103000Z DTEND:20250330T133000Z DTSTAMP:20250327T145129Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/dharma-dialogues-2025-0 3-30/ SUMMARY:Dharma Dialogues !CANCELLED DESCRIPTION:Please note this month's Dharma Dialogues is cancelled. Back on April 27.\n\nListening and speaking with beginner's mind\nFinal Sunday of each month\nwith Dhammaloka\n10:30am to 1:30pm\n\nDharma dialogues are di alogues of not knowing. They are opportunities to explore whatever may be relevant for you\, but you don’t as yet (and perhaps never) have an answ er. Occasionally\, there will be short inputs on method to support our pra ctice.\n\nOpen to everyone who has completed 2 introductory courses. Plea se book your place directly with Dhammaloka by emailing – whatisitliket omeditate@gmail.com ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/with-Dhammaloka-6-rotated.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:756@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250402T124500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250402T140000 DTSTAMP:20250225T162306Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/online-lunchtime-dharma -class-2-2025-04-02/ SUMMARY:Online Lunchtime Dharma Class DESCRIPTION:WAKE UP! The underlying message of the Buddha\nTimeless questio ns are always with us: What is the meaning of life? Surely there must be m ore to life than this? And at times of crisis\, maybe these questions are more alive than usual.\n\nThe Buddha also asked these questions 2500 years ago\, in relation to old age\, sickness and death. This led to his great quest to be free\, liberated\, awakened. Finally he broke through and beca me enlightened\, a Buddha. What did he discover and how is it still releva nt to us?\n\nEach week\, join Shuddhakirti to explore a teaching of the Bu ddha through a short guided meditation\, talk\, discussion and questions. You're welcome to come along if you are new to Buddhism or more experience d. This class is open to all.\n\nGreat if you live far away from the Buddh ist centre or looking for a little bit of Dharma to break up your day.\n\n  \;\n\nClass opens from 12:45 for a chance to chat\, session starts fr om 1.\n\nNo charge - please make a donation if you can.\n\nClick here to j oin the Zoom meeting\n\nLINK: us02web.zoom.us/j/83743219796 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/wednesday-rotated.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars,Introductory (Open to All) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:807@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250403T124500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250403T140000 DTSTAMP:20250203T163654Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/thursday-lunchtime-medi tation-2-2025-04-03/ SUMMARY:Thursday Lunchtime Meditation DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 12:45pm\, session begins at 1pm. Chance for tea a nd a chat afterwards.\nNo need to book – just turn up.\n\nThis drop-in l unchtime session is perfect for both those wanting to try meditation for t he first time as well as those more experienced but looking for a space to be led through meditation with others. All are welcome.\n\nWe will introd uce you to and lead you through the meditations\, either a mindfulness of breathing\, or metta bhavana practice.\n\n \;\n\nThis lunchtime class is in-person at the Buddhist Centre. Great for anyone local to the centre with space on a Thursday daytime\, or those working from home who could po p down for the hour.\n\nThe class is offered on a donation basis. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/thursday-3-rotated.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars,Introductory (Open to All) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:856@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART:20250403T191500Z DTEND:20250403T211500Z DTSTAMP:20250228T122335Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/dharma-night-2025-04-03 / SUMMARY:Dharma Night DESCRIPTION:Dharma Night: The Buddha's teachings for everyone\nThemes from The Sutra of Golden Light with Dharmashalin\n\nThe Bodhisattva Ruciraketu has a dream: Buddhas appear\, golden light appears\, there is a drum beat\ , the drum of the Buddha Dharma. He awakes from this epic dream with a gre at aspiration to practice the Dharma which leads him to confessing all tha t holds him back. After this sincere and extensive period of confession he expresses his rejoicings!\nThe journey described here may sound familiar as it echoes the moods we go through in the Seven Fold Puja. Singhamati ho pes you will join her for an inspiring\, and perhaps a little challenging\ , series on the exploration of this great sutra. Together we can explore w hy aspiration leads to confession and on to rejoicing and will dive deeply into the significance of confession in Buddhism. Hope to see you there!\n \n\n\n\nWeek Five: The Sutra of Golden Light Puja\n\n______________\n\nEve ry 7 weeks there will be a new theme\, along with pujas and guest speakers . Each session is stand alone\, so you don't have to come to every one in the series.\n\nNo need to book. No charge – please make a donation.\n\n Dharma night runs from 7:15 - 9:15pm every Thursday evening. Doors open at 7pm for a chance to chat and have tea before hand. Open to anyone who is familiar with the mindfulness of breathing and metta bhavana meditations. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/a4-poster-4.png CATEGORIES:For Regulars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:692@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART:20250405T100000Z DTEND:20250405T130000Z DTSTAMP:20241120T123227Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/silent-saturday-morning -meditation-3-2025-04-05/ SUMMARY:Silent Saturday Morning Meditation DESCRIPTION:In person\, every Saturday 10am - 1pm\n\nA morning of meditatio n\, for more confident meditators. These are unguided sits\, if you'd like the support and atmosphere of meditating with others. There will be bells for stages.\n\n \;\n\nJoin on the hour for the first session\, the se cond\, or third. You do not need to do all 3.\n\n\nNo booking required. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/Untitled_Artwork-scaled.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:923@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART:20250405T103000Z DTEND:20250405T123000Z DTSTAMP:20250217T153746Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/people-of-colour-medita tion-morning-10/ SUMMARY:People of Colour Meditation Morning DESCRIPTION:A friendly\, engaging\, and informal get-together\, creating a welcoming space for people of colour to learn\, connect and practice along side each other.\n\nBOOK YOUR PLACE HERE\nSaturday 5 April from 10:30-12:3 0 at the Buddhist Centre\, arrival from 10am\n\n\nFree - donations welcome : take what you need\, give what you can.\n\n\n\n\nOur People of Colour ev ents are gatherings for people who come from the richly diverse lived expe riences of these intentionally welcomed identities: Black\, and people of colour inclusive of Asian\, South East Asian\, Latinx\, Arab/Middle Easter n\, biracial\, mixed heritage\, and multiracial.\n\n\n“ In the age of di straction\, nothing can feel more luxurious than paying attention ” - Pi co Iyer\n\n \;\n\n \;\n\n \; ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/PHOTO-2024-06-18-22-34-53-1.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars,Introductory (Open to All),People of Colour END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:649@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART:20250406T100000Z DTEND:20250406T170000Z DTSTAMP:20250318T173514Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/festival-triratna-day/ SUMMARY:FESTIVAL: Triratna Day DESCRIPTION:Sunday 6 April 2025\n\n\nTriratna Day: Sangharakshita's Four Gi fts &\; Auction of Delights\n\nWe'll be celebrating the founding of Tri ratna with a day of celebration. In the morning we'll be evoking and explo ring Sangharakshita's poem\; a meditation on gifts\, opportunities\, shari ng and communication. In the afternoon we'll be putting that into practice through the Auction of Delights as part of the Fundraising Project  - br owse the catalogue here.. see if anything takes your fancy! The day will c onclude with a celebratory puja.\n\n\n\n\n \;\n\nI come to you with fo ur gifts.\n\nThe first gift is a lotus-flower.\n\nDo you understand?\n\nMy second gift is a golden net.\n\nCan you recognize it?\n\nMy third gift is a shepherds’ round-dance.\n\nDo your feet know how to dance?\n\nMy four th gift is a garden planted in a wilderness.\n\nCould you work there?\n\nI come to you with four gifts.\n\nDare you accept them?\n\n-- Sangharakshit a 'Four Gifts'\n\n \;\n\nYou're welcome to join for part of the day\nP rogramme:\n\n9.45 doors open\n\n10 meditation (optional)\n\n11 talk and gr oups on the four gifts.\n\n1 lunch - please bring vegatarian/ vegan food t o share\nPlease bring lunch to share: something like a pot of dahl\, soup\ , curry\, chilli\, sides\, salad\, potatoes/rice\, fruit or sweet treats\n \n2 Auction of Delights as part of the fundraising 'polishing the jewel' p roject\n\n4 seven-fold puja\n\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/Triratna-Day-rotated.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars,Special Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:757@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250409T124500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250409T140000 DTSTAMP:20250225T162306Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/online-lunchtime-dharma -class-2-2025-04-09/ SUMMARY:Online Lunchtime Dharma Class DESCRIPTION:WAKE UP! The underlying message of the Buddha\nTimeless questio ns are always with us: What is the meaning of life? Surely there must be m ore to life than this? And at times of crisis\, maybe these questions are more alive than usual.\n\nThe Buddha also asked these questions 2500 years ago\, in relation to old age\, sickness and death. This led to his great quest to be free\, liberated\, awakened. Finally he broke through and beca me enlightened\, a Buddha. What did he discover and how is it still releva nt to us?\n\nEach week\, join Shuddhakirti to explore a teaching of the Bu ddha through a short guided meditation\, talk\, discussion and questions. You're welcome to come along if you are new to Buddhism or more experience d. This class is open to all.\n\nGreat if you live far away from the Buddh ist centre or looking for a little bit of Dharma to break up your day.\n\n  \;\n\nClass opens from 12:45 for a chance to chat\, session starts fr om 1.\n\nNo charge - please make a donation if you can.\n\nClick here to j oin the Zoom meeting\n\nLINK: us02web.zoom.us/j/83743219796 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/wednesday-rotated.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars,Introductory (Open to All) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:808@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250410T124500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250410T140000 DTSTAMP:20250203T163654Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/thursday-lunchtime-medi tation-2-2025-04-10/ SUMMARY:Thursday Lunchtime Meditation DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 12:45pm\, session begins at 1pm. Chance for tea a nd a chat afterwards.\nNo need to book – just turn up.\n\nThis drop-in l unchtime session is perfect for both those wanting to try meditation for t he first time as well as those more experienced but looking for a space to be led through meditation with others. All are welcome.\n\nWe will introd uce you to and lead you through the meditations\, either a mindfulness of breathing\, or metta bhavana practice.\n\n \;\n\nThis lunchtime class is in-person at the Buddhist Centre. Great for anyone local to the centre with space on a Thursday daytime\, or those working from home who could po p down for the hour.\n\nThe class is offered on a donation basis. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/thursday-3-rotated.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars,Introductory (Open to All) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:857@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART:20250410T191500Z DTEND:20250410T211500Z DTSTAMP:20250319T161122Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/dharma-night-2025-04-10 / SUMMARY:Dharma Night: SPECIAL EVENT DESCRIPTION:Dharma Night: The Buddha's teachings for everyone\n\n \;\n\ nSpecial event: Thursday 10 April\nBhante Sangharakshita in Birmingham\nWi th Maitrisara and Paramartha\n\n2025 marks the 100th anniversary of the bi rth of Bhante Sangharakshita\, the founder of the Triratna Community we ar e part of. Paramartha was his long term friend and companion and is also t he President of our Centre.\n\nWe are delighted to have Paramatha visiting us\, to evoke the time that Bhante lived in Moseley on Chantry Road nearb y\, and talk about his relationship with the Centre at that time. The even ing will also include a launch of an exciting new exhibition\, showcasing the history of the Birmingham Buddhist Centre telling just some of the sto ry of our sangha and our building over the past 26 years.\n\nMaitrisara wi ll also be updating us on the progress of the Polishing the Jewel appeal t o renovate and repair our beloved Centre.\n\n______________\n\nEvery 7 wee ks there will be a new theme\, along with pujas and guest speakers. Each s ession is stand alone\, so you don't have to come to every one in the seri es.\n\nNo need to book. No charge – please make a donation.\n\nDharma n ight runs from 7:15 - 9:15pm every Thursday evening. Doors open at 7pm for a chance to chat and have tea before hand. Open to anyone who is familiar with the mindfulness of breathing and metta bhavana meditations. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/Extra-Thursday-nights-4.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:693@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART:20250412T100000Z DTEND:20250412T130000Z DTSTAMP:20241120T123227Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/silent-saturday-morning -meditation-3-2025-04-12/ SUMMARY:Silent Saturday Morning Meditation DESCRIPTION:In person\, every Saturday 10am - 1pm\n\nA morning of meditatio n\, for more confident meditators. These are unguided sits\, if you'd like the support and atmosphere of meditating with others. There will be bells for stages.\n\n \;\n\nJoin on the hour for the first session\, the se cond\, or third. You do not need to do all 3.\n\n\nNo booking required. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/Untitled_Artwork-scaled.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:758@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250416T124500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250416T140000 DTSTAMP:20250225T162306Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/online-lunchtime-dharma -class-2-2025-04-16/ SUMMARY:Online Lunchtime Dharma Class DESCRIPTION:WAKE UP! The underlying message of the Buddha\nTimeless questio ns are always with us: What is the meaning of life? Surely there must be m ore to life than this? And at times of crisis\, maybe these questions are more alive than usual.\n\nThe Buddha also asked these questions 2500 years ago\, in relation to old age\, sickness and death. This led to his great quest to be free\, liberated\, awakened. Finally he broke through and beca me enlightened\, a Buddha. What did he discover and how is it still releva nt to us?\n\nEach week\, join Shuddhakirti to explore a teaching of the Bu ddha through a short guided meditation\, talk\, discussion and questions. You're welcome to come along if you are new to Buddhism or more experience d. This class is open to all.\n\nGreat if you live far away from the Buddh ist centre or looking for a little bit of Dharma to break up your day.\n\n  \;\n\nClass opens from 12:45 for a chance to chat\, session starts fr om 1.\n\nNo charge - please make a donation if you can.\n\nClick here to j oin the Zoom meeting\n\nLINK: us02web.zoom.us/j/83743219796 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/wednesday-rotated.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars,Introductory (Open to All) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:809@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250417T124500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250417T140000 DTSTAMP:20250203T163654Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/thursday-lunchtime-medi tation-2-2025-04-17/ SUMMARY:Thursday Lunchtime Meditation DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 12:45pm\, session begins at 1pm. Chance for tea a nd a chat afterwards.\nNo need to book – just turn up.\n\nThis drop-in l unchtime session is perfect for both those wanting to try meditation for t he first time as well as those more experienced but looking for a space to be led through meditation with others. All are welcome.\n\nWe will introd uce you to and lead you through the meditations\, either a mindfulness of breathing\, or metta bhavana practice.\n\n \;\n\nThis lunchtime class is in-person at the Buddhist Centre. Great for anyone local to the centre with space on a Thursday daytime\, or those working from home who could po p down for the hour.\n\nThe class is offered on a donation basis. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/thursday-3-rotated.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars,Introductory (Open to All) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:858@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART:20250417T191500Z DTEND:20250417T211500Z DTSTAMP:20250328T112500Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/dharma-night-2025-04-17 / SUMMARY:Dharma Night: Celebrating Mike's Ordination DESCRIPTION:Dharma Night: The Buddha's teachings for everyone\n\nCelebratin g Mike's Ordination\; Dharma night 17/4\n\n'By dwelling on another person' s good qualities those qualities grow in ourselves.'\n\n \;\n\nOn this evening we'll be wishing Mike Thompson well as he leaves to get Ordained. The evening will centre around a celebration of his good qualities and a ritual to mark this significant step in his spiritual life. Even if you do n't know Mike you are welcome to come along and bathe in the spirit of rej oicing.\n\n \;\n\nSave the date: Welcoming the newly Ordained Mike bac k. 24/7\n\n \;\n\n______________\n\nEvery 7 weeks there will be a new theme\, along with pujas and guest speakers. Each session is stand alone\, so you don't have to come to every one in the series.\n\nNo need to book. No charge – please make a donation.\n\nDharma night runs from 7:15 - 9 :15pm every Thursday evening. Doors open at 7pm for a chance to chat and h ave tea before hand. Open to anyone who is familiar with the mindfulness o f breathing and metta bhavana meditations. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/IMG_5289-2-scaled.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:694@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART:20250419T100000Z DTEND:20250419T130000Z DTSTAMP:20241120T123227Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/silent-saturday-morning -meditation-3-2025-04-19/ SUMMARY:Silent Saturday Morning Meditation DESCRIPTION:In person\, every Saturday 10am - 1pm\n\nA morning of meditatio n\, for more confident meditators. These are unguided sits\, if you'd like the support and atmosphere of meditating with others. There will be bells for stages.\n\n \;\n\nJoin on the hour for the first session\, the se cond\, or third. You do not need to do all 3.\n\n\nNo booking required. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/Untitled_Artwork-scaled.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:931@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250422T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250422T211500 DTSTAMP:20250226T164500Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/2025-introduction-to-me ditation-and-buddhism-tuesday-course/ SUMMARY:Introduction to Meditation and Buddhism: Tuesday Course DESCRIPTION:Towards peace of mind course\nTuesdays from 22 April - 27 May \ , 7:15-9:15pm (doors open 7.00pm)\n\n\nSuitable for newcomers or those nee ding a refresh of the basics.\nIn person at the Buddhist Centre.\nBooking essential as places are limited.\n\nBook here.\n\nWhat is the course about ?\n\nThis 6 week exploration of Meditation and Buddhism\, is an introducti on to 3 meditation practices and offers some input on core Buddhist teachi ngs. The course is a chance to explore the ideas with others\, and can off er a toolkit of resources to help with navigating the complexities of life \, aiming to find more stability\, freedom and peace of mind.\n\n \;\n \nWhat will we cover?\n\nDuring each evening we will spend some time learn ing a meditation practice\, looking at techniques\, posture\, motivation\, what helps sustain a practice and what can get in the way. Each week ther e will be time to meditate together\, and a chance to ask any questions th at arise for you.\n\nWe’ll be learning body scan meditation\, mindfulnes s of breathing practice\, and a meditation called the Metta Bhavana\, that can help us develop openness and a positive attitude towards ourselves an d other people in our life.\n\nYou will also be introduced to some of core Buddhist teachings\, exploring how we can reduce unnecessary suffering\, work with our reactive habits\, discover more expansive states of being\, and explore how your perception can change when you bring in more awarenes s and intention.\n\n\n \;\n\nThis course can help you to..\n\n Practi ce meditation techniques in your own time\, either guiding yourself or lis tening to recordings with increased confidence\n Identify how mindfulness can support new ways of looking\, seeing and being in the world \n Noti ce with more awareness what’s going on in your experience\, whether in y our body or mind\, pleasant or unpleasant\n Connect to renewed inspiratio n and purpose\n Understand some of the basics of Buddhism\, to enable you to continue exploring deeper if you wish\n\n \;\n\nIs this course for me?\n\nSuitable for absolute beginners\, those curious to learn more abou t Buddhism and Meditation with others\, and for those with experience in m indfulness and/or Buddhism who wish to re-fresh their practice or find new approaches. \n\nAll equipment is provided - chairs\, cushions\, mats\, a nd blankets. Please just wear comfortable clothing and turn your phone on silent.\n\n \n\nWhat's the cost?\nAll our classes and events are run by d onation on a give what you can basis. There is no fixed fee.\n'By donation ' is a radical economy\, read more about it here. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/Website-image.jpg CATEGORIES:Introductory (Open to All) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:933@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART:20250422T191500Z DTEND:20250422T211500Z DTSTAMP:20250416T112238Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/going-deeper-free-time- 2/ SUMMARY:Going Deeper DESCRIPTION:New Going Deeper Course\n'Who is the Buddha?'\n\nWith Suddhiman i and Maitrimati\n\nThe Buddha and his Enlightenment are at the heart of B uddhism. But how can we know the Buddha? And how can we connect with Enli ghtenment in our daily lives? On this course we will explore ways of appro aching the Buddha - seeking inspiration and guidance on our own path and f inding ways to uncover our deepest potential.\n\nTuesdays 22 April - 27 Ma y\nSessions run from 7.15-9.15pm with a tea break in the middle.\nDoors op en at 7pm\, feel free to arrive early to settle in.\n\nBOOK YOUR PLACE HER E\n\nWatch this video if you'd like a short introduction to Suddhimani who will be co-leading this course. It's a 5 minute insight into her practice \, home shrine space\, and things that are meaningful to her.\n\n \;\n \nWho is this course for? \nOnce you have learnt the basics on our Introd uctory Courses you can continue exploring Buddhism and Meditation in Going Deeper. You don’t need to think of yourself as a Buddhist\, just someon e who’s interested. This may be your first dive in\, you may have prior experience of Buddhism/Meditation\, or you may have been coming to the cen tre for months or years and something in this theme speaks to you.\n\n&nbs p\;\n\nAbout Going Deeper:\nEach series\, on a particular theme\, is desig ned to support you in deepening your understanding and practice of Buddhis t ideas and meditation. Going Deeper can help you apply Buddhist teachings in your life\, developing greater mindfulness\, positive emotion and wisd om. With greater awareness and kindness we can transform ourselves and the way we relate to other people and the world\, making our lives more hones t\, meaningful and enjoyable.\n\nAll our classes and events are run by don ation\, there is no fixed fee. Please watch this video to understand more deeply what that means.\n\n \n\n \;\n\nTo read more about next steps after introductory course visit this page. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/GOING-DEEPER-7-rotated.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:759@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250423T124500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250423T140000 DTSTAMP:20250225T162306Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/online-lunchtime-dharma -class-2-2025-04-23/ SUMMARY:Online Lunchtime Dharma Class DESCRIPTION:WAKE UP! The underlying message of the Buddha\nTimeless questio ns are always with us: What is the meaning of life? Surely there must be m ore to life than this? And at times of crisis\, maybe these questions are more alive than usual.\n\nThe Buddha also asked these questions 2500 years ago\, in relation to old age\, sickness and death. This led to his great quest to be free\, liberated\, awakened. Finally he broke through and beca me enlightened\, a Buddha. What did he discover and how is it still releva nt to us?\n\nEach week\, join Shuddhakirti to explore a teaching of the Bu ddha through a short guided meditation\, talk\, discussion and questions. You're welcome to come along if you are new to Buddhism or more experience d. This class is open to all.\n\nGreat if you live far away from the Buddh ist centre or looking for a little bit of Dharma to break up your day.\n\n  \;\n\nClass opens from 12:45 for a chance to chat\, session starts fr om 1.\n\nNo charge - please make a donation if you can.\n\nClick here to j oin the Zoom meeting\n\nLINK: us02web.zoom.us/j/83743219796 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/wednesday-rotated.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars,Introductory (Open to All) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:810@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250424T124500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250424T140000 DTSTAMP:20250203T163654Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/thursday-lunchtime-medi tation-2-2025-04-24/ SUMMARY:Thursday Lunchtime Meditation DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 12:45pm\, session begins at 1pm. Chance for tea a nd a chat afterwards.\nNo need to book – just turn up.\n\nThis drop-in l unchtime session is perfect for both those wanting to try meditation for t he first time as well as those more experienced but looking for a space to be led through meditation with others. All are welcome.\n\nWe will introd uce you to and lead you through the meditations\, either a mindfulness of breathing\, or metta bhavana practice.\n\n \;\n\nThis lunchtime class is in-person at the Buddhist Centre. Great for anyone local to the centre with space on a Thursday daytime\, or those working from home who could po p down for the hour.\n\nThe class is offered on a donation basis. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/thursday-3-rotated.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars,Introductory (Open to All) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:932@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250424T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250424T211500 DTSTAMP:20250226T163759Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/introduction-to-meditat ion-and-buddhism-thursday-course-4/ SUMMARY:Introduction to Meditation and Buddhism: Thursday Course DESCRIPTION:Towards peace of mind course\nThursdays from 24 April - 29 May \, 7:15-9:15pm (doors open 7.00pm)\n\n\nSuitable for newcomers or those ne eding a refresh of the basics.\nIn person at the Buddhist Centre.\nBooking essential as places are limited.\n\nBook here.\n\nWhat is the course abou t?\n\nThis 6 week exploration of Meditation and Buddhism\, is an introduct ion to 3 meditation practices and offers some input on core Buddhist teach ings. The course is a chance to explore the ideas with others\, and can of fer a toolkit of resources to help with navigating the complexities of lif e\, aiming to find more stability\, freedom and peace of mind.\n\n \;\ n\nWhat will we cover?\n\nDuring each evening we will spend some time lear ning a meditation practice\, looking at techniques\, posture\, motivation\ , what helps sustain a practice and what can get in the way. Each week the re will be time to meditate together\, and a chance to ask any questions t hat arise for you.\n\nWe’ll be learning body scan meditation\, mindfulne ss of breathing practice\, and a meditation called the Metta Bhavana\, tha t can help us develop openness and a positive attitude towards ourselves a nd other people in our life.\n\nYou will also be introduced to some of cor e Buddhist teachings\, exploring how we can reduce unnecessary suffering\, work with our reactive habits\, discover more expansive states of being\, and explore how your perception can change when you bring in more awarene ss and intention.\n\n\n \;\n\nThis course can help you to..\n\n Pract ice meditation techniques in your own time\, either guiding yourself or li stening to recordings with increased confidence\n Identify how mindfulnes s can support new ways of looking\, seeing and being in the world \n Not ice with more awareness what’s going on in your experience\, whether in your body or mind\, pleasant or unpleasant\n Connect to renewed inspirati on and purpose\n Understand some of the basics of Buddhism\, to enable yo u to continue exploring deeper if you wish\n\n \;\n\nIs this course fo r me?\n\nSuitable for absolute beginners\, those curious to learn more abo ut Buddhism and Meditation with others\, and for those with experience in mindfulness and/or Buddhism who wish to re-fresh their practice or find ne w approaches. \n\nAll equipment is provided - chairs\, cushions\, mats\, and blankets. Please just wear comfortable clothing and turn your phone on silent.\n\n \n\nWhat's the cost?\nAll our classes and events are run by donation on a give what you can basis. There is no fixed fee.\n'By donatio n' is a radical economy\, read more about it here. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/website-thurs-.jpg CATEGORIES:Introductory (Open to All) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:859@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART:20250424T191500Z DTEND:20250424T211500Z DTSTAMP:20250416T110447Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/dharma-night-2025-04-24 / SUMMARY:Dharma Night DESCRIPTION:Dharma Night: The Buddha's teachings for everyone\n\nLiberating Gems from the Pali Canon\nwith Balajit and friends\nThe Pali Canon is a t ried and tested treasure chest of teachings to purify our hearts and trans form human suffering into inconceivable freedom. In this series\, we will pick some of the brightest gems from this vast collection of  over 2000 i ndividual teachings. Each night\, through a range of speakers\, we  will   explore a different text\, in a practical and pragmatic way\, to see how it  can bring a liberating light into our lives today\, 2000 years af ter they were first written down.\n\n24 April: Seeing Things As They Reall y Are - Awakening into Abundance \nWith Balajit\n \nOn this opening nigh t of the series\, we will be drawing from the very first teaching the budd ha gave - the Dhammacakkappavattana Sutta: Setting the Wheel of Dhamma in Motion. Here the buddha proclaims the essentials of  what it is we need to move away from\, and what we need to move towards\, to liberate ourselv es from  mental and emotional anguish and discover the limitless\, boundl ess qualities of the awakening heart. This text really gets to the heart o f the buddhist path. On the night we will be hearing from the sutta\, and exploring how we can respond to its teachings in our meditation and everyd ay lives.\n \n\n______________\n\nEvery 7 weeks there will be a new theme \, along with pujas and guest speakers. Each session is stand alone\, so y ou don't have to come to every one in the series.\n\nNo need to book. No c harge – please make a donation.\n\nDharma night runs from 7:15 - 9:15pm every Thursday evening. Doors open at 7pm for a chance to chat and have t ea before hand. Open to anyone who is familiar with the mindfulness of bre athing and metta bhavana meditations. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/IMG_6319.jpeg CATEGORIES:For Regulars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:927@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART:20250425T160000Z DTEND:20250425T180000Z DTSTAMP:20250228T114407Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/spring-weekend-retreat/ SUMMARY:Spring Weekend Retreat DESCRIPTION:Spring Weekend Retreat at Adhisthana\nFri 25 - Sun 27 April\nwi th Abhayadhara and Balajit\n\nGateways to Joyful Wisdom:\nThe four noble t ruths\n\nThe first teaching of the Buddha after his enlightenment was the Four Noble Truths. This teaching lies at the heart of Buddhism and is of c entral importance in our Dharma lives.\n\nOn this weekend\, we will explor e the teaching in a practical and experiential way. We will be looking at the relationship between craving\, the concept of 'self'\, and suffering t hrough short talks\, simple exercises\, and meditation. By bringing greate r awareness to the ways in which we limit ourselves\, innate joyful and co mpassionate wisdom can gradually arise.\n\nThis retreat is open to anyone who has been attending our centre or meditating regularly for a year or mo re.\n\n \;\n\nPAY DEPOSIT HERE\n\nPlaces will be limited - Reserve you r spot now with a deposit. We will then contact you for the rest of the am ount due.\nDeposits are non-refundable and non-transferrable.\n£140 Full Price / £90 Concessions (including the deposit)\n\n \;\n\nevent image credits to  Mo on Unsplash ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/A4-POSTER-2-1-rotated.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars,People of Colour,Retreats,Under 30's END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:695@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART:20250426T100000Z DTEND:20250426T130000Z DTSTAMP:20241120T123227Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/silent-saturday-morning -meditation-3-2025-04-26/ SUMMARY:Silent Saturday Morning Meditation DESCRIPTION:In person\, every Saturday 10am - 1pm\n\nA morning of meditatio n\, for more confident meditators. These are unguided sits\, if you'd like the support and atmosphere of meditating with others. There will be bells for stages.\n\n \;\n\nJoin on the hour for the first session\, the se cond\, or third. You do not need to do all 3.\n\n\nNo booking required. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/Untitled_Artwork-scaled.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:898@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250426T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250426T130000 DTSTAMP:20251002T133428Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/womens-sangha-morning-3 -2025-04-26/ SUMMARY:Women's Sangha Morning DESCRIPTION:Session from 10:30am – 1pm.\n\nAn opportunity to meet and pra ctise with other women in the Sangha. The morning will include meditation\ , discussion\, Dharma and ritual.\nYou’re very welcome\, no matter how l ong or how much you've been coming to the centre. Open to all women and to people who have lived experience of being socialised as women\, but now i dentify as non-binary.\nFrom 2025\, these mornings will be every fourth Sa turday of the month due to clashes with festival dates. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/Womens-Mornings-rotated.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:913@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART:20250427T103000Z DTEND:20250427T133000Z DTSTAMP:20250225T154439Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/dharma-dialogues-2025-0 4-27/ SUMMARY:Dharma Dialogues DESCRIPTION:Listening and speaking with beginner's mind\nFinal Sunday of ea ch month\nwith Dhammaloka\n10:30am to 1:30pm\n\nDharma dialogues are dialo gues of not knowing. They are opportunities to explore whatever may be rel evant for you\, but you don’t as yet (and perhaps never) have an answer. Occasionally\, there will be short inputs on method to support our practi ce.\n\nOpen to everyone who has completed 2 introductory courses. Please book your place directly with Dhammaloka by emailing – whatisitliketome ditate@gmail.com ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/with-Dhammaloka-6-rotated.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:760@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250430T124500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250430T140000 DTSTAMP:20250225T162306Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/online-lunchtime-dharma -class-2-2025-04-30/ SUMMARY:Online Lunchtime Dharma Class DESCRIPTION:WAKE UP! The underlying message of the Buddha\nTimeless questio ns are always with us: What is the meaning of life? Surely there must be m ore to life than this? And at times of crisis\, maybe these questions are more alive than usual.\n\nThe Buddha also asked these questions 2500 years ago\, in relation to old age\, sickness and death. This led to his great quest to be free\, liberated\, awakened. Finally he broke through and beca me enlightened\, a Buddha. What did he discover and how is it still releva nt to us?\n\nEach week\, join Shuddhakirti to explore a teaching of the Bu ddha through a short guided meditation\, talk\, discussion and questions. You're welcome to come along if you are new to Buddhism or more experience d. This class is open to all.\n\nGreat if you live far away from the Buddh ist centre or looking for a little bit of Dharma to break up your day.\n\n  \;\n\nClass opens from 12:45 for a chance to chat\, session starts fr om 1.\n\nNo charge - please make a donation if you can.\n\nClick here to j oin the Zoom meeting\n\nLINK: us02web.zoom.us/j/83743219796 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/wednesday-rotated.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars,Introductory (Open to All) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:811@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250501T124500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250501T140000 DTSTAMP:20250203T163654Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/thursday-lunchtime-medi tation-2-2025-05-01/ SUMMARY:Thursday Lunchtime Meditation DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 12:45pm\, session begins at 1pm. Chance for tea a nd a chat afterwards.\nNo need to book – just turn up.\n\nThis drop-in l unchtime session is perfect for both those wanting to try meditation for t he first time as well as those more experienced but looking for a space to be led through meditation with others. All are welcome.\n\nWe will introd uce you to and lead you through the meditations\, either a mindfulness of breathing\, or metta bhavana practice.\n\n \;\n\nThis lunchtime class is in-person at the Buddhist Centre. Great for anyone local to the centre with space on a Thursday daytime\, or those working from home who could po p down for the hour.\n\nThe class is offered on a donation basis. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/thursday-3-rotated.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars,Introductory (Open to All) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:860@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART:20250501T191500Z DTEND:20250501T211500Z DTSTAMP:20250416T110504Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/dharma-night-2025-05-01 / SUMMARY:Dharma Night DESCRIPTION:Dharma Night: The Buddha's teachings for everyone\n\nLiberating Gems from the Pali Canon\nwith Balajit and friends\n\nThe Pali Canon is a tried and tested treasure chest of teachings to purify our hearts and tra nsform human suffering into inconceivable freedom. In this series\, we wil l pick some of the brightest gems from this vast collection of  over 2000 individual teachings. Each night\, through a range of speakers\, we  wil l  explore a different text\, in a practical and pragmatic way\, to see how it  can bring a liberating light into our lives today\, 2000 years a fter they were first written down.\n1st May with Bodhiketu\n______________ \n\nEvery 7 weeks there will be a new theme\, along with pujas and guest s peakers. Each session is stand alone\, so you don't have to come to every one in the series.\n\nNo need to book. No charge – please make a donati on.\n\nDharma night runs from 7:15 - 9:15pm every Thursday evening. Doors open at 7pm for a chance to chat and have tea before hand. Open to anyone who is familiar with the mindfulness of breathing and metta bhavana medita tions. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/IMG_6319.jpeg CATEGORIES:For Regulars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:696@birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk DTSTART:20250503T100000Z DTEND:20250503T130000Z DTSTAMP:20241120T123227Z URL:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/events/silent-saturday-morning -meditation-3-2025-05-03/ SUMMARY:Silent Saturday Morning Meditation DESCRIPTION:In person\, every Saturday 10am - 1pm\n\nA morning of meditatio n\, for more confident meditators. These are unguided sits\, if you'd like the support and atmosphere of meditating with others. There will be bells for stages.\n\n \;\n\nJoin on the hour for the first session\, the se cond\, or third. You do not need to do all 3.\n\n\nNo booking required. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghambuddhistcentre.org.uk/wp-conte nt/uploads/Untitled_Artwork-scaled.jpg CATEGORIES:For Regulars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London X-LIC-LOCATION:Europe/London BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20241027T010000 TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20250330T020000 TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE END:VCALENDAR