Below you can find our calendar of upcoming events, or you can visit our Programs page to learn more about our current programs and courses. We broadcast all our teachings and meditation instructions on Zoom.

Please note: we do not offer Zoom for certain events like our sadhana chanting practices or group discussion.

May 16, 2025
  • Office Hours (11am-5pm)

    May 16, 2025
    Karuna Buddhist Center, Upper Room, 423 S 4th Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104, USA

    Khenpo will be available for in person interviews on Fridays 11:00am to 5:00pm. Please contact him or the secretary ([email protected]) to schedule. All are welcome to attend!

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  • Morning Puja: 11:00am

    May 16, 2025  11:00 am - 12:30 pm

    This May, morning puja will be dedicated to Buddha Shakyamuni.

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  • Mahakala Puja: 3:30pm

    May 16, 2025  3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

    The purpose of these prayers to the protectors of our lineage is to reduce obstacles to our center as well as its members. If you aren't a Mahakala practitioner, you can do your own practice like ngöndro (Vajrayana preliminaries), mantra, or meditation during this time.

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May 17, 2025
  • Meditation Workshop: 10:30am 🎥

    May 17, 2025  10:30 am - 11:30 am

    Morning meditation includes Khenpo Chophel's instruction on tonglen (sending and taking) meditation and experiential practice.

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  • Dharma Talk: Noon 🎥

    May 17, 2025  12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

    Twice a month Khenpo Chophel teaches or leads a group discussion on a wide range of topics where our Buddhist tradition addresses problems we face in our daily lives.

    Topic: From Impulse to Insight, Transforming Reactivity in Meditation

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May 2025

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  • Office Hours (11am-5pm)
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  • Mindful Self-Compassion Workshop
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  • Meditate Anywhere
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  • Monthly Feast Offering: Buddha Amitabha