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Previously known as "Meditate with the Monk": Buddhism in Charlotte

Who We Are:  People interested in learning meditation techniques for spiritual uplift, stress reduction, and personal growth; and also anyone interested more specifically in the teachings of the Buddha straight from the scriptures yet adapted to our needs here and now. Charlotte-born fully ordained Buddhist female monk, Ayya Sudhamma, brings to the group her 2 decades of experience living in Theravada Buddhist monasteries to offer a variety of meditation techniques and Buddhist wisdom. People of all religions are welcome. (We don't want to convert anyone.)

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What We Do: We offer a variety of classes, such as meditation for stress reduction, meditation for spiritual uplift, and traditional Buddhist lectures and discussion. Meditations are guided by Ayya Sudhamma.
Where We Meet: Most meetings will take place at the Charlotte Buddhist Vihara, a monastic residence in northeast Charlotte near Shamrock Dr & Eastway Dr. We also meet monthly (1st Sunday each month) at Great Woods Zen center which is in east Charlotte. In good weather some meetings may be held outdoors at a park, or in other locations on request; to make sure you get to the right plce, the address is given after you sign up for a particular meeting. 

Several resident cats grace the Charlotte Buddhist Vihara. 

Schedule:
*   Wednesdays 10:30 am - 11:45 am On Zoom & in person
*  Thursdays 7 pm - 8:30 pm On Zoom & in person
*  Saturdays usually 2 pm-2:30 pm meditation, Optional 2:35 - 4 pm Dhamma teaching/discussion On Zoom & in person. The 1st Saturdays are dedicated to teaching beginners; the 2nd Saturdays offer an hour-long sildent meditaiton.
*  The 1st Sunday each month: a morning meditation retreat at Great Woods Zen in east Charlotte. In person only
* Monthly traditional full moon observances on a weekend mornig close to the full moon, watch calendar for dates. In person only
* Annual traditional celebrations for the Buddha's birthday (usually in May) and Kathina / end of Vassa celebration (usually in October or November). In person only.

Our meetings may be adjusted in response to input from members like you. All feedback is welcome.

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