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.
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…
We just got this notification: PLEASE NOTE: Due to some unforeseen circumstances this event will be cancelled for 2026. NOTE: The animal blessing portion of the event will still be held from 11:00-2:30 on September 12th. For Buddhist Faith Fellowship friends, see you tomorrow for our regular Meditation & Talk Sunday from 9 – 10:45…
An opportunity to feel seen, supported, and restored without reinforcing the old painful storyline. Life can ask so much of us. Whether we are caring for ourselves, supporting loved ones, navigating illness, grief, overwhelm, uncertainty, or simply trying to stay afloat in a demanding world, it’s easy to become exhausted by the stories we repeat…
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…
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…
A Buddhist Pilgrimage Experience Sunday, August 2, 2026 | 10:00 AM | Carmel, NY Rain Date: Sunday, August 16, 2026 Free of Charge | All Are Welcome | No RSVP Required Have you ever stood before something so vast and still that your mind simply stopped — and in that stopping, something quietly opened? That…
When did you last give yourself the gift of true stillness? In the midst of busy schedules, constant notifications, and endless responsibilities, many people long for a simple opportunity to pause, breathe, and reconnect with the present moment. Our Silent Simplicity Summer Retreat offers a peaceful morning dedicated to mindfulness, reflection, and gentle renewal. This…
A Special Public Talk with Hali Cespedes-Chorin FULL & CLOSED Tuesday, July 14, 2026 | 6 – 7 PM | ONLINE / ZOOM | Free | Pre-registration Required by July 13 (see below) What do hypnosis and Buddhist meditation have in common? More than you might think. Join us for a fascinating and illuminating evening…
Make This the Summer You Discover the Path Have you always felt drawn to Buddhism — but weren’t sure where to begin? This summer, Buddhist Faith Fellowship invites you to take that first step. Buddhism 101: The Basics is our most beloved and longest-running course — offered continuously since 2004 — and it remains the…
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…