"Spiritual friendship is the whole of the spiritual life."
~ Samyutta Nikaya, Verse 2
At Aryaloka, we cultivate strong and meaningful relationships with each other through our practice of Buddhism and our focus on compassion, communication, and community. Check back with this page regularly to get the latest events, information, and goings-on from our sangha.
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Event Dates: Saturday June 15, 2013 – Saturday June 15, 2013
After all that meditating, it’s time to celebrate!
The Meditation Marathon Finish Line event honors those folks who have taken part during the week. There’s lots of fun to be had and prizes to give away! We’ll begin with a celebratory potluck dinner, and then we’ll tally up the numbers for the fundraiser and present them to the crowd along with awards for outstanding Marathoners, and raffle prizes to be given away.
Event Dates: Friday June 14, 2013 – Friday June 14, 2013
Join Lilasiddhi during Meditation Marathon week for this very special evening where she’ll be introducing and leading us through one of the perhaps lesser-known Triratna meditation practices – Satipatthana practice – a meditation framework for establishing deep mindfulness which the Buddha called “the direct path” to realization.
Event Dates: Sunday June 9, 2013 – Sunday June 9, 2013
Join us for the kickoff of the 2013 Meditation Marathon!
This event is open to Marathon Participants and all others who would like to be a part of the week’s events!
Event Dates: Wednesday June 19, 2013 – Wednesday June 19, 2013
Aryaloka will host a talk by Tibetan monk Dhardo Rinpoche on Wednesday, June 19th at 7 p.m. Come join us for this special opportunity to listen to a personal account about traditional Tibetan practice from the present holder of the Dhardo lineage.
His predecessor, the late Dhardo Rinpoche, himself the 13th in the Dhardo lineage, was regarded by many to have been a living Bodhisattva, a being who strives for Enlightenment for the benefit of all beings. He had been one of Sangharakshita’s eight teachers from different Buddhist traditions and gave him his Bodhisattva vows.
The present Dhardo Rinpoche was invited by members of the stupa kula, one of whom recently visited him in Kalimpong, India. During his visit this June the present Dhardo Rinpoche will dedicate a site on the Aryaloka grounds for the building of a stupa. The stupa will hold relics of the late Dhardo and be a symbol of Enlightenment and focal site for practice.
For more information about the stupa project click here.
We welcome Dhardo Rinpoche and invite you to hear him speak.
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Led by: | Dhardo Rinpoche |
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Times: | 7:00 p.m. |
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Venue: | Aryaloka |
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Registration: | No registration required |
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Fee: | Donations gratefully accepted |
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Level: | Open to All |
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Directions: | Directions Page |
Event Dates: Tuesday May 28, 2013 – Tuesday May 28, 2013
“Making Friends with Enlightenment: Three Order Members Reflect on What Liberation Means to Them”
Does the concept of Enlightenment seem a bit difficult to get your head around, nearly impossible to attain, or applicable only for a select few? A panel of senior Order members – Vidhuma, Dayalocana, and Amala – moderated by Akashavanda, will share their understanding of Enlightenment and how they have “made friends” with it in their practice and daily lives.
This evening celebrating the Buddha’s Enlightenment will begin with special shrine room activities and a film clip from the PBS documentary, The Buddha.
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Led by: | Akashavanda |
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Times: | 6:45 p.m. – 9:15 p.m. |
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Venue: | Aryaloka |
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Registration: | No registration necessary |
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Fee: | Donations welcome |
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Level: | Open to All |
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Directions: | Directions Page |
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More info: | Festivals |
Event Dates: Saturday June 8, 2013 – Saturday June 8, 2013
Visit Aryaloka Buddhist Center in Newmarket, NH during our Open House on June 8th!
If you’ve ever wanted to know more about our Buddhist Center and to get a formal introduction, this is an excellent opportunity. So, stop by any time between 9:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. and experience the tranquillity and beauty of Aryaloka – a place of deep harmony and inspiration.
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Event Dates: Friday December 13, 2013 – Friday December 13, 2013
We hope you can join us for these special events. Once a month on the nearest Friday to the Full Moon, Aryaloka is open for an evening of practice which includes meditation and Dharma readings, followed by a Seven-fold Puja. The evenings are led, but there is no instruction or guidance per se. If you know how to meditate and feel comfortable with Buddhist practice, please come join fellow practitioners and enjoy the collective benefits. Contributions toward heat and electricity will be appreciated!
Event Dates: Friday September 20, 2013 – Friday September 20, 2013
We hope you can join us for these special events. Once a month on the nearest Friday to the Full Moon, Aryaloka is open for an evening of practice which includes meditation and Dharma readings, followed by a Seven-fold Puja. The evenings are led, but there is no instruction or guidance per se. If you know how to meditate and feel comfortable with Buddhist practice, please come join fellow practitioners and enjoy the collective benefits. Contributions toward heat and electricity will be appreciated!
Event Dates: Friday October 18, 2013 – Friday October 18, 2013
We hope you can join us for these special events. Once a month on the nearest Friday to the Full Moon, Aryaloka is open for an evening of practice which includes meditation and Dharma readings, followed by a Seven-fold Puja. The evenings are led, but there is no instruction or guidance per se. If you know how to meditate and feel comfortable with Buddhist practice, please come join fellow practitioners and enjoy the collective benefits. Contributions toward heat and electricity will be appreciated!
Event Dates: Friday November 15, 2013 – Friday November 15, 2013
We hope you can join us for these special events. Once a month on the nearest Friday to the Full Moon, Aryaloka is open for an evening of practice which includes meditation and Dharma readings, followed by a Seven-fold Puja. The evenings are led, but there is no instruction or guidance per se. If you know how to meditate and feel comfortable with Buddhist practice, please come join fellow practitioners and enjoy the collective benefits. Contributions toward heat and electricity will be appreciated!
Event Dates: Sunday July 14, 2013 – Sunday July 14, 2013
Come join us for an afternoon in the sun. This year’s summer picnic will be a POTLUCK at Great Island Commons in Newcastle and we’ll be joined by sangha members from Portsmouth, Portland, Boston, and New York. Great Island Commons has several picnic areas, a large field for games, walks along the sea shore, a beach, a large playground, and spectacular views. Festivities will begin at 3 PM and continue through the afternoon. Bring your friends and family….. bring a frisbee … bring a kite …. bring a bathing suit and towel ….. bring plates and utensils… bring a vegetarian dish to share for the POT LUCK DINNER. But most importantly, bring yourself!
Event Dates: Friday June 7, 2013 – Friday June 7, 2013
Aryaloka Buddhist Center welcomes once again our own talented and acclaimed violinist Sravaniya, accompanied by pianist Elizabeth Blood, for a blissful evening concert.
Settle in comfortably with pieces by Bach, piano solos, and original composition by Sravaniya in honor of one of Sangharakshita’s great friends and teachers, Dhardo Rinpoche, among other offerings.
Sweet music, blended with tea and refreshments, enjoyed with friends – all the makings for a wonderful evening that’s not to be missed!
Event Dates: Saturday May 25, 2013 – Saturday May 25, 2013
Join us Memorial Day weekend for a relaxed hike in Northwood Meadows. There are a variety of hiking trails of varying lengths and ranges of difficulty to choose from, including a wheel chair accessible trail.
Event Dates: Friday May 24, 2013 – Friday May 24, 2013
We hope you can join us for these special events. Once a month on the nearest Friday to the Full Moon, Aryaloka is open for an evening of practice which includes meditation and Dharma readings, followed by a Seven-fold Puja. The evenings are led, but there is no instruction or guidance per se. If you know how to meditate and feel comfortable with Buddhist practice, please come join fellow practitioners and enjoy the collective benefits. Contributions toward heat and electricity will be appreciated!
Event Dates: Friday June 21, 2013 – Friday June 21, 2013
We hope you can join us for these special events. Once a month on the nearest Friday to the Full Moon, Aryaloka is open for an evening of practice which includes meditation and Dharma readings, followed by a Seven-fold Puja. The evenings are led, but there is no instruction or guidance per se. If you know how to meditate and feel comfortable with Buddhist practice, please come join fellow practitioners and enjoy the collective benefits. Contributions toward heat and electricity will be appreciated!
Start Date: Saturday, September 21, 2013
End Date: Sunday, September 22, 2013
Please join us for our fall work days from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is a great chance to practice generosity and to work together with friends from the Aryaloka sangha to create beauty and harmony inside and outside. We will be cleaning, tidying, working in the gardens and on the grounds – whatever needs doing to make the center shine! No experience necessary.
You can come for a whole day or however long is convenient for you – every bit of effort is a great help! Lunch and snacks will be provided. Friends and family welcome!
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Led by: | Facilities team |
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Times: | 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. |
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Venue: | Aryaloka |
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Registration: | No registration necessary |
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Fee: | No fee |
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Level: | Open to All |
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Directions: | Directions Page |
What does Buddhism have to say about fatherhood?On this Men’s Practice Day (which falls on Father’s Day!) we’ll be coming together to talk about fatherhood in the Buddhist tradition. One of the first things we learn about the Buddha is that he left his child Rahula when he decided to go forth and seek Enlightenment. But does Buddhism have more to say about it?
We’ll explore a bit deeper into the Buddhist texts and our own experiences – either as a father ourselves or in our relationship with our own fathers – to see what more we can discover and how that might relate practically to our own practice.
In early July of 2012 Sangharakshita and Aryaloka Buddhist Center, along with Triratna New York City, coordinated a live Skype event together – the first of its kind to connect Bhante directly with the North American sanghas using new technology. And we have a recording of the event available for those weren’t able to be there!
In the question and answer session, Sangharakshita shared his thoughts on various topics chosen by sangha members. At the end, several Aryaloka community members and old friends expressed their deep gratitude for Bhante’s contributions. This was a beautiful opportunity for everyone involved, and hopefully one that will set the stage for further chances to connect.
To see the video, visit our Media Page, where you’ll find the entire conversation, along with many other wonderful video resources that you may have missed!
In this issue:
An Appeal for GenerosityThe Aryaloka Buddhist Center is growing fast and attracting more people who want to learn about and live the Dharma. Our mission is to create the best possible conditions for you to explore, practice and share the Buddhist spiritual path for the benefit of all beings.
The annual appeal is a vital funding source for Aryaloka along with Sangha night donation, retreats and other programs. Unlike the other sources, though, the monthly pledge provides the bedrock of certainty to our monthly income, and enables us to better plan and dedicate the resources towards teaching and spreading the Dharma throughout the region.
Aryaloka is fueled by a considerable volunteer force, and for that we are deeply grateful. Income from retreats and Sangha night donations only cover a portion of the Center’s annual costs. Additional funding is still needed to pay for our small staff, utilities, building maintenance and upkeep, including meeting unexpected (and costly!) issues like squirrel control or the losses from Hurricane Irene.
Start Date: Saturday May 18, 2013
End Date: Sunday, May 19, 2013
Please join us for our spring work days on Saturday, May 18 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, May 19 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. This is a great chance to practice generosity and to work together with friends from the Aryaloka sangha to create beauty and harmony inside and outside. We will be cleaning, tidying, working in the gardens and on the grounds – whatever needs doing to make the center shine! No experience necessary.
You can come for a whole day or however long is convenient for you – every bit of effort is a great help! Lunch and snacks will be provided. Friends and family welcome!
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Led by: | Facilities Team |
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Times: | Sat., 5/18 = 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Sun. 5/19 = 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. |
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Venue: | Aryaloka |
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Registration: | No registration necessary |
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Fee: | No charge |
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Level: | Open to All |
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Directions: | Directions Page |
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More info: | Lunch and snacks provided |
Hello Aryaloka sangha!
We have a new look and lots of new and improved functionality on the latest version of the Aryaloka website. There will be an expanded presentation at some point soon, during the 25th Anniversary evening series of talks, that will go into more detail. But for the moment, here are a few spots you might want to take a look at and explore…
The new events calendar allows you to see our upcoming events at a glance. Each event has a rollover that gives you a quick teaser of what it’s about, and by clicking on the event it will take you to a more detailed description. Events are also labeled with different colors to reflect the group that they are for (for instance, Introductory events are in orange).
An enormously useful addition to our website. You can now register AND pay for events online using our online registration system. Payments can be made by credit card or PayPal account through PayPal.
Again, using your credit card or PayPal account, it’s easy-peasy to make donations. You can make an ongoing pledge to our Mandala of Supporting Friends or a one-time donation. For pledges, the funds will be automatically charged and you’ll be supporting Aryaloka without ever even having to think about it.
Part of our ongoing efforts to inform those new to Buddhism on what it’s all about, the Life as a Buddhist section gives an overview of what Buddhist practice is, and in particular, how it’s practiced in the Triratna Buddhist Community.
As editor of the Vajra Bell newsletter, this is one of my favorites. Now, in addition to being able to download the Vajra Bell, you can read it online in a snazzy new format. And keep your eyes peeled for more changes coming to the newsletter… (pique your interest?)
The Web kula hopes you enjoy what we’ve put together!
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