Buddhism Basics

with Katie Travis-Arnold & Michãel Palmer

Saturday April 4
9:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Hybrid

Senior BDC practitioners, Katie Travis-Arnold and Nick Woodward, explore central teachings of our 2600 year old Buddhist tradition. The class will discuss the different lineages of Buddhism, the life of the Buddha, the Four Noble Truths, the Eightfold Path and the precepts. Great for those new to meditation and Buddhist practice; seasoned practitioners are warmly encouraged as well.

Dharma Book Club

Monday
April 6
1-2 PM

In Person

Join us for a low key, informal book club/discussion group on the first Monday of each month. No leader, no study questions, no pressure if you didn’t have time to read the book. Or didn’t finish it. Show up anyway. All are welcome. No registration necessary. April’s Book is Determined by Robert M. Sapolsky.

Newcomer Orientation

Tuesday
April 7
5-6 PM

In Person

We know it can be intimidating to walk in the door! This evening is intended to be a welcoming place to ask questions before coming to an official event. Learn more about meditation, the Bozeman Dharma Center and the seven groups that practice here. All welcome! No registration necessary.

How Can Everyday People Create Peace?

with Betsy Johnston & Megan Higgs

Saturday April 18
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

In Person

Join us to dialogue about everyday peace and our ability to affect peace in our daily lives and beyond.  We will explore some of the responses to Gaku’s question (How can everyday people create peace?) and have an opportunity to reflect, write, and share our own responses.  Megan Higgs will guide us with opening and closing meditations.

Freely offered, space is limited so please register to reserve your spot!

Zen Half-Day

with Bozeman Zen Group

Sunday April 26
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

In Person

Join the Bozeman Zen Group for a half-day of practice including sitting and walking meditation with an emphasis on zen forms including musical instruments used in Zen practice. There will be opportunities to practice and receive instruction with chanting (kokyo), bell ringing (doan), altar-care (chiden).

Intro to Meditation

Saturday May 2
9:00 AM – 12:30 PM

In Person

Meditation is a simple but powerful tool that can help us cope when we feel overwhelmed, anxious, and stressed. Meditation is a useful tool at other times too with known health benefits. If you’re interested in starting a meditation practice and aren’t sure how to start, this class is for you! We’ll discuss and practice different styles of meditation including practicing with the breath, body scans, working with a question, Metta practice and Tonglen. You’ll leave with an understanding of meditation fundamentals such as different postures that work well, how to work with attention, and ways to support your meditation practice.