The Buddhist Faith Fellowship of Connecticut Past Events page preserves a complete archive of our in-person and online Buddhist events as they originally appeared on our website, including Meditation and Talk Sundays, courses, sound baths, kirtans, mindfulness retreats, field trips, special programs, and other sangha activities. This organized record of past Buddhist events and meditation gatherings helps newcomers and long-time members explore the history of our community-engaged Buddhist practice in Middletown, CT.
Spring awakens the earth with fresh energy and renewal—come join us for a morning of mindfulness, community, and the vibrant beauty of the season! Our most popular outdoor event, Waterfall Meditation, returns! We’ll begin with sitting meditation by the lower falls (bring a foldable chair or something to place under your cushion), followed by a…
What if deep rest wasn’t something you had to earn—but something you could simply receive? This offering is an invitation to step out of the noise of daily life and into a space of stillness, sound, and ease. Through a gentle and immersive sound bath, you’ll be guided into a state of deep rest where…
FULL & CLOSED Online Course • Begins Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 6:00 PM Open Enrollment ends May 24th. EXTENDED to May 27th Many of us feel caught in patterns of stress, worry, or reactivity. If you’ve ever wished for more calm, clarity, or freedom in how you respond to life, Buddhism 101: Breaking Habits,…
Join us on Sunday mornings for a warm, accessible, and supportive community gathering rooted in mindfulness, compassion, and everyday Buddhist wisdom. These meetings offer a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds—newcomers and long-time practitioners alike—to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with what truly matters. Each session includes:• Quiet Sitting MeditationA simple, relaxed period of…
Spring invites renewal in the natural world, a few hours of silence can help us rediscover clarity, balance, and presence. Our Silent Simplicity Spring Retreat offers a gentle opportunity to step away from the busyness of daily life and reconnect with the present moment through mindfulness and meditation. Just as the season invites renewal in…
Our Dharma Wilding Walk Experience for this afternoon is cancelled due to rain. See our schedule for the next walk. Tree Huggers Wanted Saturday, May 9, 2026 • 4 – 5:30 PMLocation: Wadsworth State Fark, 721 Wadsworth Street, Middletown, CTMeeting Point: Covered bridge near the parking areaSuggested Donation: $20–$25 (see below)Please arrive 10 minutes early.…
Tree Huggers Wanted Saturday, May 2, 2026 • 4:00 – 5:30 PMLocation: Highlawn Forest, 16 Meriden Road Middletown/Rockfall, CTMeeting Point: Covered entrance next to the paved parking areaSuggested Donation: $20–$25 (see below)Please arrive 10 minutes early. Join us for a peaceful and uplifting Dharma Wilding Experience—a Buddhist-inspired form of forest bathing that blends mindful presence,…
How do we stay present when someone we love is suffering, changing, or nearing the end of life? This gentle online presentation offers heart-centered guidance for showing up with greater presence, compassion, and care at the bedside of someone facing serious illness or the end of life. Through simple, nonsectarian practices and soulful reflection, we’ll…
Join us on Sunday mornings for a warm, accessible, and supportive community gathering rooted in mindfulness, compassion, and everyday Buddhist wisdom. These meetings offer a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds—newcomers and long-time practitioners alike—to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with what truly matters. Each session includes:• Quiet Sitting MeditationA simple, relaxed period of…
Tree Huggers Wanted Saturday, April 18, 2026 • 10:00 AMLocation: Wadsworth State Park, 721 Wadsworth Street, Middlefield/Middletown, CTMeeting Point: Covered bridge near the main parking areaSuggested Donation: $20–$25 (see below)Please arrive 10 minutes early. Join us for a peaceful and uplifting Dharma Wilding Experience—a Buddhist-inspired form of forest bathing that blends mindful presence, gentle walking,…