“The jewel of community, the Sangha, is to be held equal to the Buddha and the Dharma. Indeed, the whole of the holy life is fulfilled through spiritual friendship.”

Experience inner peace and mindfulness with our in person group meditation service. Our Founder or Blue Lotus certified meditation teachers will guide you through sessions to enhance your overall well-being through short Dharma talks and guided meditations. 

Mondays 9 AM - 10 AM

Fee: Freewill Donation

This event is suitable for all ages and levels of practice. 

Our monthly meditation retreat is beautifully designed to center and balance your mind with Dharma talks, guided meditations, and connection in a noisy world.

Sit with us on these upcoming dates: Resumes Spring 2025

Vegetarian meal, tea, and water provided.

Fee: $40

This event is suitable for all ages and levels of practice. Under 15 free with attending adult.

Our monthly silent retreat is a unique opportunity to sit in silence in a serene natural setting.  Silent retreats give you the precious time to connect, explore, and be with the most important person in the world - you. 

Sit with us on these upcoming dates: Resumes Spring 2025

Vegetarian meal, tea, and water provided

Fee: $40

This event is suitable for all ages and levels of practice. Under 15 free with attending adult.

 If you are in an abusive relationship, experiencing depression, feeling lost in life, or simply looking for some time away from it all, then this retreat is for you.

Our Refuge Retreat is an open and safe community where you can allow anxiety and fear to ease away and allow peace and calm to arise. While here you can listen to Dharma talks, practice meditation, practice mindfulness, socialize, focus on your well-being, and some Center related activities. All activities are skillfully and lovingly designed to help you nurture your well-being. 

Upcoming Dates: Resumes 2025

This is a free event and meals are provided. Basic camping supplies are recommended.

Mindful walking is vital to our well-being. Too often we find ourselves rushing from one destination to another without the necessary awareness of the present moment.

Upcoming Dates: Resumes Spring 2025

Location: Living Legacy Gardens, Staples, MN.

Fee: Free - donations accepted.

This event is suitable for all ages and levels of practice. 

Teens face challenges  everyday that they often don't talk about with parents.

 Under the supervision of a senior Dharma teacher and with peer level support, our teen retreat allows for your precious young adult to learn Buddhist centered mindful skills helping them develop and nurture their well-being, healthy mindsets, and boundaries in a world that is often difficult to navigate.    

Upcoming Dates: Two separate week-long overnight retreat. Resumes Summer 2025

Fee: Free

This event is suitable for ages 13 - 17 and levels of practice.