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.
40th Anniversary Links and Events —
Recordings:
Generosity in Action:
As part of Black History Month 2025, we'll be posting content from Black Buddhists in Triratna and the larger Buddhist world. All links that we post on social media will be added here as a resource. We'll be updating this page throughout the month.
• Suryagupta (London Buddhist Center) in conversation with Jan Willis:
https://www.youtube.com/live/_HxRbO0HYhM?si=dAQSUSnQnTD2tPVJ
We have many lost and found items that are currently in the mud room at Aryaloka. This includes coats for cold weather that could be useful to someone in need. Please claim any lost items by the end of November and anything left we will give away. Also, please write your initials on the bottom of any shoes/slippers that you leave at Aryaloka. If you'd prefer not to write on the sole, we have a sharpie and sticky notes that you can use. Unidentified shoes/slippers will be also be given away.
As we move into Aryaloka’s 40th year, let’s celebrate each other with the gift of growth and transformation!
What do you give someone who is looking for deeper meaning in their life? What do you give someone who is interested in learning how to meditate, or to practice mindfulness more fully? What do you give someone who intentionally has few possessions and would rather not acquire more?
Dear friends
We are delighted to announce that 3 Dharmacarini Ordinations took place at Aryaloka Buddhist Center on Saturday 7th September.
(left to right)
Nancy Artz becomes Drdhajyoti (dot under r)
'She who is a firm, strong and steady light'
registered spelling Dridhajyoti
Private Preceptor Dharmasuri
Public Preceptor Amala
Rohini Shah becomes Sukhamaya (long final a)
'She who is full of happiness and joy'
Registered spelling Sukhamaya
Private Preceptor Dharmasuri
Public Preceptor Ashokashri
You are invited online on Zoom to witness three ordinations; *in-person attendance is full.
We are very pleased to announce that the following three women will be publicly ordained at Aryaloka Buddhist Center on Saturday, September 7 at 11:30 am ET.
Nancy Artz from Portland, Maine
Laura Rivchun from New York City, New York
Rohini Shah from Richmond, Virginia
