Upcoming Programs
Aging Group - Death: The End of Self-Improvement
December 7th—May 17th
The Portland Aging group, Aging in Enlightened Society, is a social group for those who are experiencing aging – whether it be turning 40 or 70. The group is currently reading DEATH: The End of Self-Improvement by Joan Toliffson. Continue »
Compassion Meditation & Contemplation
January 16th—July 3rd
This session of meditation, contemplation, and discussion supports our Deepening in Compassion online class. Although our focus is on learnings and reflections arising from the Deepening In Compassion class, this gathering is open to all. Continue »
Werma Feast
January 23rd—December 12th
The Werma Sadhana is a profound key to understanding and manifesting awake society in our lives. This practice is open to students who have received authorization in advance. Continue »
Community Conversation: Belonging in Shambhala
January 29th—June 2nd
This conversation is a chance to experience the range of ways that we feel belonging and not belonging within Shambhala. The Shambhala Community Conversations series is an independent initiative of the Shambhala Process Team. Continue »
Community Conversation: Shambhala Governance
February 24th—May 30th
This first conversation in a series initiated by the Shambhala Process Team’s Governance Models Working Group is an open exploration of our community’s experiences, aspirations and questions around governance. Continue »
Community Conversation: Shambhala Practice & Study Paths
February 27th—May 20th
We will discuss our own experiences within and aspirations for Shambhala's practice and study paths. We will connect and listen deeply, and share what themes emerge with Shambhala's community and leadership, so that our voices enrich the ongoing conversat Continue »
Book Study: Lojong Slogans
February 28th—August 1st
This is a free drop-in book study group for all students, practiced and new alike. Please join us! Continue »
Trident Study & Practice
March 7th—May 29th
This group is restricted to authorized students of Trident Book Three. Please contact Timaree at [email protected] for the Zoom link, to RSVP, and if there are questions. Continue »
Oregon Shambhala Women's Group
March 14th—December 12th
Let's strengthen our inter-generational community through sharing from the heart, deep listening, and exploring brief readings. Continue »
Right Use of Power - Shambhala Online
March 17th—June 30th
This program is based on Dr. Cedar Barstow’s book, "Right Use of Power: The Heart of Ethics—A Guide and Resource for Professional Relationships," and training program in engaged ethics that teaches four aspects of the ethical use of power. Continue »
Community Conversation: Taking Conduct to Heart
May 13th—June 2nd
In this conversation, we will draw on the Code of Conduct, and on our personal experiences of both good conduct and misconduct in Shambhala. Continue »
Deepening in Compassion III: Fearless Garuda - Emptiness & Absolute Bodhicitta
May 15th—July 10th
In Part III of the Deepening in Compassion series - Fearless Garuda: Emptiness and Absolute Bodhicitta - we examine how the power of the Mahayana path—caring for others—arises from clarity about the true nature of reality. No prerequisites - please join u Continue »
Drala Meditation Hike: Sunset on Powell Butte
May 16th
Take your mindfulness practice into the great outdoors and join fellow hikers in the Shambhala meditation practice of drala. We hike in noble silence while contemplatively attuning and engaging the senses in the phenomenal world around us. Continue »
KSD: Be Grateful to Everyone with David Parker
May 18th
How can our teachings and meditation practice enable us to meet the challenges of everyday life with open minds and hearts? Join us 1st and 3rd Tuesdays 7 to 8:30 pm for guided meditation and an interactive dharma talk and discussion. Continue »
STABILIZE Your Practice or LEARN TO MEDITATE
May 22nd
This introductory meditation program gives practical instructions for living in an awakened way, which connects us with our mind’s inherent stability, clarity, and strength. Ideal for beginners as well as those who would like to stabilize and deepen their Continue »
Sadhana of Mahamudra
May 26th
This powerful monthly practice at the time of the full moon is open to all. Participation is free of charge! Continue »
Outdoor Community Meditation at Kenilworth Park
May 30th
Please join our first in-person socially distanced meditation session of the season, followed by socializing and refreshments. Continue »
Queer Dharma
June 6th
Queer Dharma is a group for LGBTQI practitioners to study and practice meditation and Dharma and to discuss personal experiences. Continue »
Sadhana of Mahamudra
June 24th
This powerful monthly practice at the time of the full moon is open to all. Participation is free of charge! Continue »
Drala Meditation Hike: Mt Talbert
June 27th
Take your mindfulness practice into the great outdoors and join fellow hikers in the Shambhala meditation practice of drala. We hike in noble silence while contemplatively attuning and engaging the senses in the phenomenal world around us. Continue »
Queer Dharma
July 4th
Queer Dharma is a group for LGBTQI practitioners to study and practice meditation and Dharma and to discuss personal experiences. Continue »
Drala Meditation Hike: Hoyt Arboretum
July 21st
Take your mindfulness practice into the great outdoors and join fellow hikers in the Shambhala meditation practice of drala. We hike in noble silence while contemplatively attuning and engaging the senses in the phenomenal world around us. Continue »
Sadhana of Mahamudra
July 23rd
This powerful monthly practice at the time of the full moon is open to all. Participation is free of charge! Continue »
Queer Dharma
August 1st
Queer Dharma is a group for LGBTQI practitioners to study and practice meditation and Dharma and to discuss personal experiences. Continue »
Drala Meditation Hike: Oxbow Regional Park
August 11th
Take your mindfulness practice into the great outdoors and join fellow hikers in the Shambhala meditation practice of drala. We hike in noble silence while contemplatively attuning and engaging the senses in the phenomenal world around us. Continue »
Sadhana of Mahamudra
August 22nd
This powerful monthly practice at the time of the full moon is open to all. Participation is free of charge! Continue »
Sadhana of Mahamudra
September 20th
This powerful monthly practice at the time of the full moon is open to all. Participation is free of charge! Continue »
Drala Meditation Hike: Oak Island
September 26th
Take your mindfulness practice into the great outdoors and join fellow hikers in the Shambhala meditation practice of drala. We hike in noble silence while contemplatively attuning and engaging the senses in the phenomenal world around us. Continue »
Drala Meditation Hike: Falls Creek Falls
October 14th
Take your mindfulness practice into the great outdoors and join fellow hikers in the Shambhala meditation practice of drala. We hike in noble silence while contemplatively attuning and engaging the senses in the phenomenal world around us. Continue »
Sadhana of Mahamudra
October 20th
This powerful monthly practice at the time of the full moon is open to all. Participation is free of charge! Continue »
Sadhana of Mahamudra
November 19th
This powerful monthly practice at the time of the full moon is open to all. Participation is free of charge! Continue »
Sadhana of Mahamudra
December 18th
This powerful monthly practice at the time of the full moon is open to all. Participation is free of charge! Continue »
