International Center for Avatamsaka Studies
20 South Main Street
Milpitas, CA 95035
408 942-0874
This is a large new temple and educational center of Taiwan-based Huayan Buddhism. It offers classes, meditation, and services at various times, notably Sunday morning and midday. Many members and clergy (Buddhist nuns) are Mandarin speaking but can handle English inquiries.
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Karuna Buddhist Vihara
Karuna Buddhist Vihara
http://www.karunabv.org/
(near Rengstorff Ave. and Middlefield Rd.)
http://www.karunabv.org/
497 Sierra Vista Ave., Apt. 4
Mountain View, CA, 94043(near Rengstorff Ave. and Middlefield Rd.)
Karuna Buddhist Vihara (KBV or Compassion Monastery) is a Theravada monastery dedicated to sharing the Buddha's teachings leading to a truly happy life.
Please join us for meditation and Sutta Study every Wednesday night from 7-9 PM.
Please join us for meditation and Sutta Study every Wednesday night from 7-9 PM.
Buddhi Vihara
Buddhi Vihara
http://www.buddhivihara.org
402 Knowles Ave.
Santa Clara, CA 95050
Tel : (408) 246-9921
E-mail: pansala@yahoo.com
Sri Lankan Buddhist Temple
http://www.buddhivihara.org
402 Knowles Ave.
Santa Clara, CA 95050
Tel : (408) 246-9921
E-mail: pansala@yahoo.com
Sri Lankan Buddhist Temple
Compassion Fellowship
Compassion Fellowship
P.O. Box 2385
Santa Cruz, CA 96063-2385
www.compassionfellowship.org
Nyingma Vajrayana Tibetan Buddhism.
Founded by Tulku Orgyen Zangpo Rinpoche in 2006. Rinpoche was a close student of H.H. Jigme Phunsok for over 15 years, who himself was a teacher of H.H. The Dalai Lama. Rinpoche resides in the Santa Cruz area, and is currently giving on-going teachings on saturdays at various locations. He also gives teachings throughout the greater SF Bay Area. Please see the on-going schedule on our website for dates, times, and location: www.compassionfellowship.org
P.O. Box 2385
Santa Cruz, CA 96063-2385
www.compassionfellowship.org
Nyingma Vajrayana Tibetan Buddhism.
Founded by Tulku Orgyen Zangpo Rinpoche in 2006. Rinpoche was a close student of H.H. Jigme Phunsok for over 15 years, who himself was a teacher of H.H. The Dalai Lama. Rinpoche resides in the Santa Cruz area, and is currently giving on-going teachings on saturdays at various locations. He also gives teachings throughout the greater SF Bay Area. Please see the on-going schedule on our website for dates, times, and location: www.compassionfellowship.org
Lieu Quan Buddhist Cultural Center
Lieu Quan Buddhist Cultural Center
http://www.lieuquan.org
1425 Clayton Road
San Jose, CA 95127
Phone: (408) 272-5765
Email: thichphapchon@yahoo.com
Lieu Quan Buddhist Cultural Center was established in 2000 by Venerable Thich Phap Chon. The main purpose of the center is to provide a place for the Buddhist fellows maintain the Vietnamese Buddhist tradition.
http://www.lieuquan.org
1425 Clayton Road
San Jose, CA 95127
Phone: (408) 272-5765
Email: thichphapchon@yahoo.com
Lieu Quan Buddhist Cultural Center was established in 2000 by Venerable Thich Phap Chon. The main purpose of the center is to provide a place for the Buddhist fellows maintain the Vietnamese Buddhist tradition.
Vajrayana Foundation
Vajrayana Foundation / Pema Osel Ling
http://vajrayana.org
2013 Eureka Canyon Rd.
Corralitos, CA 95076
(831) 761-6266
office@vajrayana.org
Lama Tharchin Rinpoche established the Vajrayana Foundation as a non-profit to establish the Dudjom Tersar lineage in the West.
Pema Osel Ling (Lotus Land of Clear Light) is Vajrayana Foundation's main retreat center and is located in the Santa Cruz Mountains of California.
http://vajrayana.org
2013 Eureka Canyon Rd.
Corralitos, CA 95076
(831) 761-6266
office@vajrayana.org
Lama Tharchin Rinpoche established the Vajrayana Foundation as a non-profit to establish the Dudjom Tersar lineage in the West.
Pema Osel Ling (Lotus Land of Clear Light) is Vajrayana Foundation's main retreat center and is located in the Santa Cruz Mountains of California.
Dechen Rang Dharma Center
http://dechenrang.org/en/
Dechen Rang Dharma Center
15456 Chelsea Dr.
San Jose, CA 95124
info@dechenrang.org
Dechen Rang Dharma Center was founded in San Jose, California in 2004, by the Venerable Lama Drimed Lodro. See the website for calendar of events.
Dechen Rang Dharma Center
15456 Chelsea Dr.
San Jose, CA 95124
info@dechenrang.org
Dechen Rang Dharma Center was founded in San Jose, California in 2004, by the Venerable Lama Drimed Lodro. See the website for calendar of events.
Yongey Buddhist Center
Yongey Buddhist Center
142 N. Milpitas Blvd.
Milpitas
(408) 263-7866
http://yongey.org/en/home.htm
Email: info@yongey.org
The primary purpose of the Yongey Buddhist Center is to observe and honor the precepts and principles of Buddhism, and to study Buddhist scripture and teachings. Our organization supports the activities and teachings of the Very Venerable Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche. We hold regular worship services and study sessions. We arrange for the printing of rare Sutra texts and Buddhist teachings, and distribute these texts free of charge to requesting individuals and monasteries. We organize and sponsor guest lecturers and teachers for Buddhist teachings and special empowerments. We encourage philanthropy through the collection of money for the purchase of food, clothing and medicine for local Buddhist monasteries and other organizations needing assistance. A final long-term purpose of our organization is the creation of Buddhist religious monuments (Stupas and Temples) in Northern California for the benefit of mankind and all sentient beings. Through the practice of Dharma, we hope to honor the principles of Buddhism and to help others reach enlightenment.
142 N. Milpitas Blvd.
Milpitas
(408) 263-7866
http://yongey.org/en/home.htm
Email: info@yongey.org
The primary purpose of the Yongey Buddhist Center is to observe and honor the precepts and principles of Buddhism, and to study Buddhist scripture and teachings. Our organization supports the activities and teachings of the Very Venerable Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche. We hold regular worship services and study sessions. We arrange for the printing of rare Sutra texts and Buddhist teachings, and distribute these texts free of charge to requesting individuals and monasteries. We organize and sponsor guest lecturers and teachers for Buddhist teachings and special empowerments. We encourage philanthropy through the collection of money for the purchase of food, clothing and medicine for local Buddhist monasteries and other organizations needing assistance. A final long-term purpose of our organization is the creation of Buddhist religious monuments (Stupas and Temples) in Northern California for the benefit of mankind and all sentient beings. Through the practice of Dharma, we hope to honor the principles of Buddhism and to help others reach enlightenment.
Palpung Lungtok Choeling
Palpung Lungtok Choeling
2175 Santiago Avenue
San José, CA
http://www.palpung.com/
Contact Person: Franny, (650) 387-7093
contact@palpung.com
Palpung Lungtok Choeling is our branch of the larger Palpung Congregation of Tibetan Buddhism, and is the main seat of the 12th Tai Situpa in North America.
Services for Bay Area residents include Wedding Ceremonies, House Blessings, and 49 Days Service.
Daily Green Tara and Mahakala pujas. See web site for schedule.
When visiting, please ring the door bell, because the door is usually closed to conserve energy.
2175 Santiago Avenue
San José, CA
http://www.palpung.com/
Contact Person: Franny, (650) 387-7093
contact@palpung.com
Palpung Lungtok Choeling is our branch of the larger Palpung Congregation of Tibetan Buddhism, and is the main seat of the 12th Tai Situpa in North America.
Services for Bay Area residents include Wedding Ceremonies, House Blessings, and 49 Days Service.
Daily Green Tara and Mahakala pujas. See web site for schedule.
When visiting, please ring the door bell, because the door is usually closed to conserve energy.
Bodhi Path Karma Kagyu Buddhist Center
Bodhi Path Karma Kagyu Buddhist Center
http://bodhipath.org/menlopark/
2179 Santa Cruz Ave
Menlo Park, CA 94025
tel: 650-233-0699
The Bodhi Path Karma Kagyu Buddhist Center of Menlo Park is part of an international network of Buddhist Centers founded and directed by Shamar Rinpoche. The center, located in a three-story house in Menlo Park, was opened in 1993 and holds regularly organized events. Lama Jampa is the resident teacher.
http://bodhipath.org/menlopark/
2179 Santa Cruz Ave
Menlo Park, CA 94025
tel: 650-233-0699
The Bodhi Path Karma Kagyu Buddhist Center of Menlo Park is part of an international network of Buddhist Centers founded and directed by Shamar Rinpoche. The center, located in a three-story house in Menlo Park, was opened in 1993 and holds regularly organized events. Lama Jampa is the resident teacher.
Vajrapani Institute for Wisdom Culture
http://vajrapani.org
Vajrapani Institute
P.O. Box 2130
Boulder Creek, CA 95006
(831) 338-6654
vajrapani@vajrapani.org
Vajrapani Institute for Wisdom Culture is a Tibetan Buddhist retreat center located in the Santa Cruz Mountains in Boulder Creek, CA.
See web site for calendar of practice days, classes and events.
Vajrapani Institute
P.O. Box 2130
Boulder Creek, CA 95006
(831) 338-6654
vajrapani@vajrapani.org
Vajrapani Institute for Wisdom Culture is a Tibetan Buddhist retreat center located in the Santa Cruz Mountains in Boulder Creek, CA.
See web site for calendar of practice days, classes and events.
Gyuto Vajrayana Center
http://gyutocenter.org/
Gyuto Vajrayana Center
1439 Old Piedmont Road
San Jose, CA 95132
info@gyutocenter.com
(408) 926-9430
In order to preserve the Tibetan Buddhist tradition, the Center invites highly qualified teachers and provides teachings on Sutra and Tantra. As well as teachings, the Center organizes initiations, empowerments, prayer ceremonies, funeral services, house blessings and purifications. We also reach out not only to the different schools of Tibetan Buddhism but also to Buddhist practitioners of every nationality. The Center intends reaching out into the local neighborhood and offering support to those in need.
Gyuto Vajrayana Center
1439 Old Piedmont Road
San Jose, CA 95132
info@gyutocenter.com
(408) 926-9430
In order to preserve the Tibetan Buddhist tradition, the Center invites highly qualified teachers and provides teachings on Sutra and Tantra. As well as teachings, the Center organizes initiations, empowerments, prayer ceremonies, funeral services, house blessings and purifications. We also reach out not only to the different schools of Tibetan Buddhism but also to Buddhist practitioners of every nationality. The Center intends reaching out into the local neighborhood and offering support to those in need.
Gyalwa Gyatso Buddhist Center
http://gyalwagyatso.org
Gyalwa Gyatso Buddhist Center
1550 La Pradera Drive
Campbell, CA 95008
(408) 866-5056
ggbc@gyalwagyatso.org
We are Tibetan Buddhists in the Gelug lineage. His Holiness the Dalai Lama is the spiritual inspiration for our organization and Lama Thubten Zopa Rinpoche is the spiritual director.
GGBC conducts on-going courses in Buddhist philosophy and practice. We also host special events with authentic teachers in our tradition, including Tibetan lamas, qualified international monks and nuns, experienced Western Dharma students, and specialists in Tibetan arts and medicine.
Gyalwa Gyatso Buddhist Center
1550 La Pradera Drive
Campbell, CA 95008
(408) 866-5056
ggbc@gyalwagyatso.org
We are Tibetan Buddhists in the Gelug lineage. His Holiness the Dalai Lama is the spiritual inspiration for our organization and Lama Thubten Zopa Rinpoche is the spiritual director.
GGBC conducts on-going courses in Buddhist philosophy and practice. We also host special events with authentic teachers in our tradition, including Tibetan lamas, qualified international monks and nuns, experienced Western Dharma students, and specialists in Tibetan arts and medicine.
Ananda Dharma Center
Ananda Dharma Center
http://anandadharma.org
122 North 5th Street,
San Jose, CA 95112
Telephone:
(408) 885-1522
The Vision of Ananda Dharma Center
To create a sound environment in which to learn the authentic, complete science of Buddhism - both Sutra and Tantra - as well as ancient Tibetan healing and medicine (combined with Chinese acupuncture), Indian and Chinese Astrology, and Tibetan language. And, through this environment, to produce awakened practitioners, teachers, philosophers, meditators, social workers, doctors, healers, and astrologers.
All teachings are offered in a warm hearted atmosphere, with the sound basis of the Buddha Dharma, love, compassion, Bodhichitta, and Wisdom.
http://anandadharma.org
122 North 5th Street,
San Jose, CA 95112
Telephone:
(408) 885-1522
The Vision of Ananda Dharma Center
To create a sound environment in which to learn the authentic, complete science of Buddhism - both Sutra and Tantra - as well as ancient Tibetan healing and medicine (combined with Chinese acupuncture), Indian and Chinese Astrology, and Tibetan language. And, through this environment, to produce awakened practitioners, teachers, philosophers, meditators, social workers, doctors, healers, and astrologers.
All teachings are offered in a warm hearted atmosphere, with the sound basis of the Buddha Dharma, love, compassion, Bodhichitta, and Wisdom.
Monterey Bay Zen Center
http://www.montereybayzencenter.org/
Regular Events
at Carl Cherry Center for the Arts
4th and Guadalupe
Carmel 831.624.7491
Tuesday Evenings
6:30 - 8:30 pm Zazen, Kinhin, Service,
Dharma Talk
First Tuesday of the Month
5:30 pm Zazen Instruction
Monday
7:00 - 7:50 am Zazen
Thursday
7:00 - 7:50 am Zazen
Other events on their web site.
Regular Events
at Carl Cherry Center for the Arts
4th and Guadalupe
Carmel 831.624.7491
Tuesday Evenings
6:30 - 8:30 pm Zazen, Kinhin, Service,
Dharma Talk
First Tuesday of the Month
5:30 pm Zazen Instruction
Monday
7:00 - 7:50 am Zazen
Thursday
7:00 - 7:50 am Zazen
Other events on their web site.
Floating Zendo
http://www.floatingzendo.org/
408-507-8558
fz@floatingzendo.org
Floating Zendo is a Zen meditation group led by Angie Boissevain, Sensei, based in San Jose, California. Angie teaches in multiple locations, hence the name Floating zendo. Floating Zendo practices Zen in the Soto lineage from Japan, founded by Dogen Zenji. We have a weekly meeting in San Jose, CA. We practice zazen (seated meditation), among other activities, each week. If you have further questions, please feel free to contact us.
408-507-8558
fz@floatingzendo.org
Floating Zendo is a Zen meditation group led by Angie Boissevain, Sensei, based in San Jose, California. Angie teaches in multiple locations, hence the name Floating zendo. Floating Zendo practices Zen in the Soto lineage from Japan, founded by Dogen Zenji. We have a weekly meeting in San Jose, CA. We practice zazen (seated meditation), among other activities, each week. If you have further questions, please feel free to contact us.
Jikoji Zen Temple & Retreat Center
http://www.jikoji.org/
12100 Skyline Blvd.
Los Gatos CA 95033
info@jikoji.org
(408) 741-9562 (during our regular business hours, 9 AM to 2 PM, M-F)
Jikoji is a Soto Zen temple and retreat center located approximately one hour south of San Francisco, California, in the Santa Cruz Mountains. We offer workshops and sesshins, and provide facilities for individual and group retreats. All are welcome.
12100 Skyline Blvd.
Los Gatos CA 95033
info@jikoji.org
(408) 741-9562 (during our regular business hours, 9 AM to 2 PM, M-F)
Jikoji is a Soto Zen temple and retreat center located approximately one hour south of San Francisco, California, in the Santa Cruz Mountains. We offer workshops and sesshins, and provide facilities for individual and group retreats. All are welcome.
Bamboo in the Wind Sangha
http://www.bamboointhewind.org
Bamboo in the Wind Sangha
1112 S. Bernardo Ave.
Sunnyvale, CA 94019
Zen Priest Val Szymanski
408.832.7690
Zen Buddhist Practice Schedule-Tuesday Evenings
Zen Instruction 7:00 - 7:25pm
Meditation 7:30 - 8:10pm
Walking Meditation 10 minutes
Service 10 minutes
Dharma Discussion until 9:00pm
Zen Meditation Instruction ecommended for first time meditators from 7:00pm-7:30pm.
Call for an appointment or arrive at 7:00pm.
Bamboo in the Wind Sangha
1112 S. Bernardo Ave.
Sunnyvale, CA 94019
Zen Priest Val Szymanski
408.832.7690
Zen Buddhist Practice Schedule-Tuesday Evenings
Zen Instruction 7:00 - 7:25pm
Meditation 7:30 - 8:10pm
Walking Meditation 10 minutes
Service 10 minutes
Dharma Discussion until 9:00pm
Zen Meditation Instruction ecommended for first time meditators from 7:00pm-7:30pm.
Call for an appointment or arrive at 7:00pm.
Portola Valley Sunday Morning Sangha
Portola Valley (South Bay)
Sunday Morning Sangha
dostwald@att.net
Sangha of the Community of Mindful Living in Northern California
Practicing in the Tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh (voicemail 650 854 4596 or 650 854 4157)
Meets on Sunday mornings from 9:30 to 11:45. Includes sitting and walking meditations, a short reading and a sharing period. All are welcome.
Sunday Morning Sangha
dostwald@att.net
Sangha of the Community of Mindful Living in Northern California
Practicing in the Tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh (voicemail 650 854 4596 or 650 854 4157)
Meets on Sunday mornings from 9:30 to 11:45. Includes sitting and walking meditations, a short reading and a sharing period. All are welcome.
Myokakuji Betsuin Temple
Myokakuji Betsuin Temple
http://nichirenscoffeehouse.net/Ryuei/
3570 Mona Way
San Jose, CA 95130 USA
Regular Sunday services.
http://nichirenscoffeehouse.net/Ryuei/
3570 Mona Way
San Jose, CA 95130 USA
Regular Sunday services.
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