Events

Sangha Nights in May, June and July - the Heart of Buddhism

Sangha Nights in May, June and July - the Heart of Buddhism

May 19, 2026 - July 29, 2026
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
For the Dharma to truly change us, we need to engage the heart, not just the head. As Sangharakshita has said, “The central problem of [...]
Study and Practice at the SFBC - an Invitation

Study and Practice at the SFBC - an Invitation

June 2, 2026 - June 30, 2026
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
$40.00 - $80.00
This course is an opportunity to bring what you’ve encountered in introductory classes, retreats, or Sangha Night a little more deeply into your life and [...]
Sangha Night Wednesday June 3

Sangha Night Wednesday June 3

June 3, 2026
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
With Claudia Continuing our series The Heart of Buddhism, Claudia will consider the link between compassion and gratitude as we turn towards a suffering world. [...]
Drop in Introduction to Meditation

Drop in Introduction to Meditation

June 4, 2026
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
February 5 through December 17, excluding holidays Each week we offer a guided meditation - either mindfulness of breathing or loving kindness - along with [...]
Meditation for Queer Folks

Meditation for Queer Folks

June 18, 2026
7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Join us for meditation, reflection and discussion. We’ll offer a brief introduction to meditation for anyone who’s new to it, followed by about 20 minutes [...]
Mini Meditation Retreat

Mini Meditation Retreat

June 20, 2026
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join Mokshasi at the SFBC for this very simple, silent morning of practice. Come for the whole morning or any portion of it - just please [...]
Bachata Night at the SFBC

Bachata Night at the SFBC

June 25, 2026
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
$25.00 - $35.00
Save the date for this special event! Join us for an evening of Bachata with an expert instructor. Whether you’re completely new or have some [...]
Monthly BiPoc Gathering Online

Monthly BiPoc Gathering Online

June 28, 2026
9:00 am - 10:30 am
A new monthly gathering on the last Sunday of every month for Dharma practitioners of all experience levels who identify as Black, Indigenous, or people [...]
Arts Evening: Lingering with the Motion of Elements Dancing Together

Arts Evening: Lingering with the Motion of Elements Dancing Together

July 10, 2026
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Vimalamoksha will host this evening - here's his invitation: This evening will weave together a video montage exploring the beauty of elemental patterns and movements [...]
Day Retreat: Remembering the Elements: Opening Beyond the Fixed Self

Day Retreat: Remembering the Elements: Opening Beyond the Fixed Self

July 11, 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
$30.00 - $100.00
The Buddha taught contemplation of the elements as a way of loosening our identification with a fixed and separate self. Letting go of who we [...]
Summer Silent Meditation Retreat

Summer Silent Meditation Retreat

July 25, 2026 - August 1, 2026
All Day
$0.00 - $770.00
With Viveka and Vimalamoksha Awakening with the Living Elements Sangharakshita taught that enlightenment is not possible in a “dead” world. Explore the elements—earth, water, fire, [...]
Sangha Night Celebration August 5

Sangha Night Celebration August 5

Celebrating Claudia's Forthcoming Ordination Claudia is leaving shortly to be ordained into the Triratna Buddhist Order.  Come and hear what this means, join the celebration, [...]
Yoga mini-retreats

Yoga mini-retreats

with Aubree Monthly on the first Friday of each month.  (check Aubree's website for changes) The SFBC is partnering with Aubree to offer a mindful, [...]
Sangha Nights in August - Mindfulness of the Buddha

Sangha Nights in August - Mindfulness of the Buddha

August 12, 2026 - September 2, 2026
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
What were the Buddha's original teachings on mindfulness? August 12 to September 2 (see special event August 5) ‍ In these four weeks we will learn [...]
Online Sangha Gatherings

Online Sangha Gatherings

SFBC Third Thursdays are taking a break until 2026.  If you are interested in attending please drop us an email. Meanwhile some of our sibling [...]
Weekend Retreat at Dharmadhara

Weekend Retreat at Dharmadhara

August 28, 2026 - August 30, 2026
All Day
$0.00 - $300.00
Mindfulness of the Buddha This retreat is inspired by the Satipatthana Sutta, the Four Foundations of Mindfulness. This is one of the most influential meditation [...]
Winter Silent Meditation Retreat 2026

Winter Silent Meditation Retreat 2026

December 27, 2026 - January 3, 2027
All Day
With Prasadachitta Meditation will be at the heart of this winter retreat, inspired by the Buddha’s teaching on kindness in the Metta Sutta. Practicing together [...]
Other Triratna Residential Retreats

Other Triratna Residential Retreats

December 31, 2026
All Day
Seattle Buddhist Center holds a Sangha Retreat every April. Aryaloka Retreat Center in New Hampshire offers a lot of retreats. Outside of the US you can [...]
Online Retreats

Online Retreats

January 1, 2027
All Day
https://thebuddhistcentre.com/stories/toolkit/home-retreats/ Highlights Wabi-sabi and the Three Doorways to Freedom with Vajradarshini Dhyana and Insight, with Tejananda  
Morning Meditations Online

Morning Meditations Online

January 13, 2027
7:30 am - 8:15 am
Join us on zoom for a 40 minute meditation We will continue through the holidays, but unfortunately if you register between Dec 22 and 30 [...]
Going for Refuge (GFR) Retreats for Women*

Going for Refuge (GFR) Retreats for Women*

February 4, 2027
All Day
Every year we hold in person retreats at Dharmadhara and Aryaloka for Women* who have asked for ordination into the Triratna Buddhist Order.  There are [...]
Going For Refuge (GFR) Retreats for Men

Going For Refuge (GFR) Retreats for Men

February 6, 2027 - February 7, 2027
All Day
Retreats for Men who have asked for ordination into the Triratna Buddhist Order usually happen twice a year in the US - Spring at Dharmadhara [...]
Winter Silent Meditation Retreat 2027

Winter Silent Meditation Retreat 2027

December 23, 2027 - January 2, 2028
All Day
With Paramananda More information to follow. EXPERIENCE This retreat is recommended for people who are familiar with Mindfulness of Breathing, Metta Bhavana, and Just Sitting [...]