Author: Ven. Akiriye Deepananda Thero

Events and Schedules for 2025 at the Vihara. [Download PDF] January Meditation: Every Wednesday evening, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM (in English) Friday Dhamma Discussion: January 10 & 24 (Online, Sinhala), 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM Dhamma School: January 12 & 19 (In-person), 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM Durutu Full Moon Day Sil Observance: January…

Start the year 2025 with peace, blessings, and spiritual guidance. Join us for the New Year Blessings Pirith Chanting to invoke blessings for health, happiness, and success in the year ahead. Let us come together in harmony and welcome the new year with mindfulness and positive energy. All Are Welcome! New Year Blessings Pirith Chanting…

The Hudson Valley Buddhist Vihara and Meditation Center shall host its first Kathina Robe Offering Ceremony this year at 350 Van Wyck Lake Road, Fishkill, NY 12524. Vihara Programs will be from 8:30 AM to 3:00PM on Saturday, November 2nd.

Dear all, We are deeply saddened by the passing of our beloved Mr. Preethi Atulugama. As we mourn his loss, let us come together to honor his meritorious life and exemplary character. His perseverance in the face of enormous adversity and his love and kindness to all. Funeral arrangements will be carried out with the…

Sunday, August 18th, 2024 8:30AM – 3:30PM 8:30AM – 9:00AM. Preparation for sil 9:00AM – 10:00AM. Observance of eight precepts and Buddha Pooja by Ven. Aikirye Deepananda Thero 10:00AM – 11:00AM. Meditation Session by Ven. Kurunegoda Dhammaloka Thero 11:00AM – 12:00PM. Dana (Lunch) 12:15PM – 1:15PM. Walking meditation by Ven. Akiriye Deepananda Thero 1:15PM –…

Vihara Rain Retreat Schedule August 18 September 22 October 20 November 24 December 22 Weekly Schedule Wednesday: Temple officer’s meditation and Dhamma Discussion starting at 6:30PM Friday: Online Sutta discussion Saturday: Yoga with meditation Daily Activities 8:30 AM: Pirith chanting and meditation in the temple. This can be attended in person or through Zoom (link…

Hudson Valley Buddhist Vihara is conducting the Asala Sil Program July 21st, 2024.

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