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An overview of the lineage teachings of Tibetan Buddhism and how to make it a living experience.by Lama Sonam Dargye (Tony Albino) SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2026, 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. KAGYU DAKSHANG CHULING917 East 43rd Avenue, Eugene, OR 97405(Between West Amazon and Fox Hollow) Joining hearing, contemplation and meditation is the unmistaken way.Gampopa, 12th century Kagyu master. This will be an opportunity to expand our understanding and experience of the central themes of Tibetan Buddhism and its relevance to modern times. Along with the teachings, there will be brief periods of meditation and time for questions and discussion. For information, please call (541)513-1452 or (541)683-1808There is no charge for this event, but donations to KDC are very welcome. Lama Sonam completed the three-year retreat under the guidance of Venerable Lama Tsang Tsing and serves as a translator for him. Sonam is an Oregonian with training in the Kagyu lineage Continue Reading →

KAGYU DAKSHANG CHULING917 East 43rd Avenue, Eugene, OR 97405(Between West Amazon and Fox Hollow) To minimize the Center’s impact on our neighborhood, please park on West Amazon and walk up hill to KDC. Saturday, May 30, 2026, 2:00 p.m.Sunday, May 31, 2026, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Please arrive 15 – 20 minutes before the ceremonies; late arrivals will not be admitted. Amitabha EmpowermentSaturday, May 30, 2:00 p.m. (Arrive by 1:45 p.m.)The Empowerment authorizes one to do the meditation practice of Buddha Amitabha. Amitabha is the particular Deity who helps us at the time of our death to attain rebirth in the Pureland. The Refuge Vow is required and will be offered prior to the Empowerment. The cost is $30 general ($25 KDC members). It is also customary to make a donation to the empowering Lama. Amitabha Teaching, Practice and Special Puja for the DeceasedSunday, May 31, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (Arrive Continue Reading →

MEDICINE BUDDHA EMPOWERMENTTEACHING and PRACTICEby Venerable Lama Tsang Tsing Saturday, June 27, 2026, 2:00 p.m.Sunday, June 28, 2026, 9:00 a.m.– 4:00 p.m.Please arrive 15 – 20 minutes before the ceremonies; late arrivals will not be admitted. KAGYU DAKSHANG CHULING917 East 43rd Avenue, Eugene, OR 97405(Between West Amazon and Fox Hollow)To minimize the Center’s impact on our neighborhood, please parkon West Amazon and walk up hill to KDC. Medicine Buddha EmpowermentSaturday, June 27, 2:00 p.m.(Arrive by 1:45 p.m.) Medicine Buddha, often referred to as the “Healing Buddha,” has the ability to cure physical and mental illnesses, and to purify beings of their negativities, defilements, and obscurations. The Medicine Buddha Empowerment is considered to be the most powerful blessing for healing, dispelling sickness and suffering, and awakening the nature of mind. The Refuge Vow is required and will be offered prior to the Empowerment. The cost is $30 general ($25 KDC members). Continue Reading →

KAGYU DAKSHANG CHULING917 East 43rd Avenue, Eugene, OR 97405(Between West Amazon and Fox Hollow)To minimize the Center’s impact on our neighborhood, please park on West Amazon and walk up hill to KDC. Monday, February 16, 20269:00 a.m. — 4:00 p.m. PLEASE ARRIVE 15-20 MINUTES IN ADVANCE—SO PUJA CAN START PROMPTLY AND WITHOUT DISRUPTION DURING A BRIEF INTRODUCTORY TALK BY VENERABLE LAMA TSANG TSING Venerable Lama Tsang Tsing and his assisting Lamas will perform this all-day extensive Mahakala Puja for the benefit of the KDC Sangha and for all beings. This Puja is traditionally performed on Mahakala Day before the beginning of the Tibetan New Year. This year Mahakala Day falls on Monday, February 16, 2026. The Puja has the power and ability to clear away the obstacles and negativities of the past year and opens the door for the auspicious unfolding of the new year. The Puja concludes with a Continue Reading →

His Eminence Kalu Rinpoche THE EXTRAORDINARY SHI-NAY OF HIS EMINENCE KALU RINPOCHE, TEACHING AND PRACTICEby Lama Sonam (Tony Albino) Sunday, January 11, 2026, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.(Please arrive by 8:45 a.m.) KAGYU DAKSHANG CHULING917 East 43rd Avenue, Eugene, OR 97405(Between West Amazon and Fox Hollow)To minimize the Center’s impact on our neighborhood, please park on West Amazon and walk up hill to KDC. Extraordinary Shi-nay is a special meditation method taught by the late great meditation master H.E. Kalu Rinpoche. Lama Sonam (Tony Albino) will give teachings using the five elements (earth, water, fire, wind, and space) as a visualization support and object of meditation. This practice is an excellent bridge between the practices of sutra and tantra. During this day-long seminar, Lama Sonam will give teachings, lead sessions of guided meditation, and answer questions related to Extraordinary Shi-nay. The cost is $35 general ($30 KDC members).You are welcome Continue Reading →

THE VAST AND THE PROFOUNDJoining compassion and wisdom in the Mind Training and Vajrayana traditions.by Lama Sonam Dargye (Tony Albino) Enhance your holiday spirit with these wonderful teachings on love, compassion and timeless awareness. This is an ancient but living tradition praised and practiced by His Holiness the Dalai Lama and countless masters of the ages. Applying these special methods, we can broaden our horizon and tap the source of true happiness for ourselves and all beings. Sunday, December 21, 20259 a.m. – 4 p.m.(Please arrive by 8:45 a.m.) The cost is $30 general ($25 KDC members).You are welcome to bring a lunch and stay during the break. KAGYU DAKSHANG CHULING917 East 43rd Avenue, Eugene, OR 97405(Between West Amazon and Fox Hollow)Parking on Fox Hollow or West Amazon is recommended. Lama Sonam completed the three-year retreat under the guidance of Venerable Lama Tsang Tsing and serves as a translator for Continue Reading →

EXPLORING THE FOUNDATIONS OF BUDDHISM AS A LIVING EXPERIENCE. by Lama Sonam Dargye (Tony Albino) Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025, 2-5 pm. Here we will discuss and practice the essential Buddhist teachings for faithfully treading the path to enlightenment. The emphasis will be on bringing these ancient truths to life and have them resonate as direct experience. There will be a combination of teaching, meditation, questions and discussion. All are welcome.(Free will donation) KAGYU DAKSHANG CHULING917 East 43rd Avenue, Eugene, OR 97405(Between West Amazon and Fox Hollow)To minimize the Center’s impact on our neighborhood, please parkon West Amazon and walk up hill to KDC. For information, please visit KDC’s website at www.kdc-eugene.orgor call (541) 513-1452 between 10:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. To print out a PDF flier of this event, please click here. A couple of gentle reminders: 1) As a courtesy to others, especially during this cold & flu season, Continue Reading →

With Lama Sonam Dargye (Tony Albino) Sunday, September 7, 2025, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm. This Mahayana tradition of mental transformation is cherished by all schools of Tibetan Buddhism and is considered indispensable for one’s Dharma practice to bear fruit. Renowned for its universal and pragmatic approach, it gleans all of the Mahayana teachings to seven basic points and shows how to apply them in one‘s life. The cost is $30 general ($25 KDC members).You are welcome to bring a lunch and stay during the break. KAGYU DAKSHANG CHULING917 East 43rd Avenue, Eugene, OR 97405(Between West Amazon and Fox Hollow)Parking on Fox Hollow or West Amazon is recommended. Lama Sonam completed the three-year retreat under the guidance of Venerable Lama Tsang Tsing and serves as a translator for him. Sonam is a Eugenian with training in the Kagyu lineage of Tibetan Buddhism. To print out a PDF flier of this Continue Reading →