Aryaloka News

The arts have been a part of Aryaloka over the years with many art shows and art’s nights held in the yoga room. The current exhibition showcases art from Aryaloka’s collection and posters from a selection of art exhibitions held at Aryaloka in the past.  

The exhibition can be viewed on Tuesdays between 5pm and 6:30pm or while attending our weekly Tuesday Friends’ Evening at 6:45pm. All other viewings can be arranged by appointment by emailing info@aryaloka.org .

Food insecurity is a reality and if SNAP resources are not available, people will be relying on other means such as food banks, community fridges, friends and family etc in order to access food. Please look out for each other in the sangha, and if you are in need of help, please let your friends know. We encourage sangha members to donate to local food banks.

Here are some local food resources in New Hampshire, Maine and Massachusetts. Please check out their websites for info on how to access food and what to donate.

Phase II of Aryaloka’s Energy Initiative has Started!

If you were at Aryaloka this summer, you will have experienced the cool comfort inside due to Aryaloka’s new heating and cooling system. Not only has the new system improved the indoor climate in both domes, Aryaloka is achieving significant energy savings and efficiency.

Reviving the Prison Dharma Group in Concord

Susan D and Bodhipaksa are looking for people interested in joining them in restarting the Buddhist group in the men’s prison in Concord, NH.

The group flourished in the prison until the pandemic hit, putting an end to activities there. While moves had been made in the past to restart the group, the prison did not seem to be receptive. But now the time appears to be right for a resumption of activities.

Here is the link to Danakamala's Obituary. (also listed below)

His remains will be interred at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery in Boscawen, NH on August 1st at 3 pm. He will receive military honors for his time serving in the US Army. If you are interested in attending, please arrive by 2:45 pm for the 2:55 military honors ceremony. 

Volunteering is a Great way to Make Friends, Build Community and Help Others! 

Our new heating and cooling system is already making a significant difference in how comfortable it feels to be at Aryaloka, and in our energy use and costs. Now that we are in the midst of the AC season, we have achieved significant energy savings.  45% less electricity was used to cool the domes in June 2025 compared to June 2024! Thanks to our anonymous donor and to Ace Energy Services Inc for the installation and service.

The Vajra Bell is back! You can see the Spring/Summer 2025 issue here .

The relaunch of the Vajra Bell was made possible with a generous grant from FutureDharma along with contributions from New York-New Jersey Sangha and Aryaloka, Nagaloka, Portsmouth, Seattle and San Francisco Buddhist centers. Their support is deeply appreciated and makes this and future issues possible. 

The arts have been a part of Aryaloka over the years with many art shows and art’s nights held in the yoga room. The current exhibition showcases art from Aryaloka’s collection and posters from a selection of art exhibitions held at Aryaloka in the past.  A second exhibition with more art from Aryaloka’s collection will be held in the fall. 

On Buddha Day 2025 for Aryaloka's 40th Anniversary we dedicated five new woodland shrines on the Aryaloka grounds.