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Odiyana Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization supported entirely by student donations and volunteer efforts. Everyone is welcome.

Living a stress-free and meaningful life has never been closer to your fingertips. Through meditation, which is a method to acquaint our mind with causes of happiness, we can gain a better understanding of how to achieve the lasting peace we all long for. Odiyana Kadampa Buddhist Center holds classes throughout Connecticut, Vermont, and Western Massachusetts, and was founded based on the knowledge that it is possible for everyone to cultivate positive states of mind that will lead to inner peace. We strive to provide a healthy environment for the community to deepen their understanding and experience of meditation practice and Buddhist studies. Meditation is the heart of Buddhist practice. Through meditation, we can gain deep insight into how to be happy and deal with life’s challenges successfully. Through consistent meditation practice, we can complete all the stages of the path to enlightenment and attain indestructible inner peace. The center offers many ways to integrate our spiritual understanding into our daily life.

11/06/2026

Looking for a simple, practical way to find real peace in everyday life? 🌿✨

When our mind is calm and clear, happiness arises naturally, no matter what challenges come our way. 🌸 Join us at the lovely Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore in Middletown for a special community talk, Finding Peace through Meditation, presented as part of Wellness Wednesday. 🕊️📖

Odiyana Kadampa Buddhist Center Resident Teacher, Matthew Stein, will guide a relaxing meditation, share accessible methods for keeping an inner sense of calm amid daily busyness, and host an open Q&A discussion. 🧘‍♂️💬

Whether you are completely new to meditation or simply looking to refresh your personal practice, you are warmly invited to join in. 💛

🗓️ Wednesday, December 9
⏰ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
📍 Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore, 413 Main St, Middletown, CT
🎟️ Admission: Free (Registration requested)

Reserve your free spot here: https://rjjulia.com/event/2026-12-09/wellness-wednesday-meditation 🌟

We hope to share this peaceful evening with you. 🙏✨

11/06/2026

Posting Schedule
10/7: Introductory post (1 month prior)

10/31: Reminder post (1 week prior)

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✨ Do you ever find yourself caught in endless mental loops, spending more time trapped in thoughts than experiencing the present moment? 🌀

Join us for How to Stop Overthinking, a practical and uplifting workshop designed to help you quiet restless thoughts, release daily worries, and rediscover inner clarity and peace. 🌿 Led by Resident Teacher Matthew Stein, this class offers gentle, time-tested meditation tools to help calm the busy mind and open a peaceful heart. 🌸

Whether you are completely new to meditation or looking to deepen an existing practice, everyone is warmly welcome! 💛

🗓️ Saturday, November 7
⏰ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
📍 In-Person and Online (Live-streaming available for Center Members)
💰 $15 standard | $7 basic members | Free for full members and benefactors (No one turned away for lack of funds)

🔗 Secure your spot today: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/4quzay9/lp/22b7e462-a6e1-448f-b7d5-48b97890c5c8

Odiyana Kadampa Buddhist Center
450 New London Turnpike, Glastonbury, CT 06033

11/05/2026

🌿 Discover practical ways to bring peace and clarity into your everyday life. 🧘‍♂️

In our busy modern world, it is easy to feel overwhelmed by restless thoughts and daily pressures. Join us for Buddhist Wisdom for Daily Life, an ongoing weekly drop-in series designed to help you gain mastery over your mind and approach challenges with a calm, steady heart. 🌸

Each session stands alone and includes clear teachings followed by guided meditations, making it suitable for beginners and experienced meditators alike. Everyone is warmly welcome to attend!

🗓️ Thursdays | 7:00 – 8:15 pm (Note: No class on 11/26)
📍 Odiyana Kadampa Buddhist Center, 450 New London Turnpike, Glastonbury, CT 06033
💰 Cost: $12 (Free for Center Members / No one turned away for lack of funds)

🔗 Details and registration: https://meditationinconnecticut.org/meditations-classes-online/

11/04/2026

🌿 This world needs more peace, and we can all be a part of bringing this about by becoming more peaceful people. When we create this change within ourselves, we naturally bring calm and kindness to everyone we meet and every situation we encounter. 🕯️

Join us for Meditate in Middletown, our weekly General Program branch class designed to help us become stronger, build emotional balance, and develop inner peace, confidence, compassion, and wisdom through guided meditations and practical advice from Buddha’s teachings. ✨

Whether you are brand new to meditation or looking to deepen your daily practice, everyone is welcome and no prior experience is necessary. Come learn how to let go of distractions and cultivate a lasting sense of inner calm to carry into modern daily life. 🍃

🗓️ Mondays | 7:00 – 8:15 pm
📍 First Church in Middletown, UCC, Congregational (190 Court St, Middletown, CT - Memorial Room)
💵 $12 per class | Free for Center Members (No one turned away for lack of funds)

🔗 Learn more and register: https://meditationinconnecticut.org/meditations-classes-online/

Odiyana Kadampa Buddhist Center
450 New London Turnpike, Glastonbury, CT 06033

11/03/2026

Looking for a meaningful way to spend Sunday mornings with your loved ones? 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦✨

Our Kids & Family Class offers a welcoming, gentle introduction to Buddha's teachings, helping parents and children cultivate harmony, confidence, and positive thinking together. 🌱💛 Through engaging guided meditations, short teachings, and interactive activities, families learn practical tools to bring calm and happiness into everyday life. 🧘‍♂️🎨

Classes are held on ongoing Sundays from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM, led by experienced teachers Ryan Cronin and Jackson Raymond. All families are warmly welcome to join us. 🙏✨

📅 Ongoing Sundays | 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
📍 Odiyana Kadampa Buddhist Center, 450 New London Turnpike, Glastonbury, CT 06033
🔗 Learn more: https://meditationinconnecticut.org/meditations-classes-online/

11/02/2026

🌿 Discover how to cultivate a peaceful mind and find a steady inner refuge amidst the busyness of daily life. 🧘‍♂️✨

Join us for our ongoing Sunday Morning Meditation series, Mastering Positive Habits of Mind. Each week, we explore practical methods rooted in Buddhist wisdom to help you solve everyday problems, nurture deep inner peace, and approach the week ahead with a clear sense of purpose. 🌸🕊️

Every class is completely self-contained, so you are warmly welcome to join us whenever you are able. No previous experience is required, and everyone is welcome. Following each session, please stay for complimentary refreshments and friendly conversation. 🍵💬

📅 Sundays | 11:00 am – 12:15 pm
💰 $12 (Free for Center Members)
🔗 https://meditationinconnecticut.org/meditations-classes-online/

Odiyana Kadampa Buddhist Center

450 New London Turnpike

Glastonbury, CT 06033

10/31/2026

🧘✨ Discover Deep Inner Peace: Clear and Joyful Meditation Silent Retreat ✨🧘

Would you like to step away from daily distractions and experience a truly peaceful, supportive environment for your mind? Join us for our upcoming Silent Tranquil Abiding Retreat, led by Resident Teacher Matthew Stein.

Through gentle training in special concentration techniques, you will learn how to maintain mindfulness, reduce subtle distractions, and experience a profound sense of calm. Whether you are looking to deepen your practice or simply quiet a busy mind, this weekend offers a wonderful opportunity to pause and recharge.

🗓️ Friday, November 13th – Sunday, November 15th, 2026
📍 Odiyana Kadampa Buddhist Center, 450 New London Turnpike, Glastonbury, CT 06033
🔗 Learn more and register: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/p5cet49/lp/c9683b6e-4a26-44d7-ab56-ef4292074ca1

Everyone is welcome. No one is turned away for lack of funds.

10/28/2026

🌿 Finding Peace with Our Mortality 🌿

In our society, death and dying are so often viewed through a lens of fear, grief, and confusion. But what if we could approach our mortality with a peaceful and profound understanding instead? 🕊️

Join us for Death and Dying: A Different Perspective, a special workshop with Resident Teacher Matthew Stein. Through clear teachings, guided meditations, and dedicated time for Q&A, you will discover essential contemplations to help transform our view of death into a meaningful and liberating experience ✨

📅 Saturday, October 31st | 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
📍 Odiyana Buddhist Center, 450 New London Turnpike, Glastonbury, CT 06033

Everyone is welcome, whether you are brand new to meditation or looking to deepen your practice.

🔗 Learn more and register: https://meditationinconnecticut.org/special-events/

10/28/2026

Find a moment of deep peace and mental clarity right here in your week. 🌿

Join us for Meditate in Middletown, a weekly general program series designed to help you quiet an overactive mind, let go of daily stress, and cultivate a deeply peaceful heart. Through guided meditations and practical teachings on inner peace, you will learn simple yet profound methods to bring calm and mindfulness into your everyday life. Everyone is welcome, whether you are completely new to meditation or looking to deepen your practice. 🧘‍♂️✨

📅 Mondays, 7:00 pm – 8:15 pm
🗓️ Series Dates: 10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/9
📍 Middletown

Learn more and register at: https://meditationinconnecticut.org/meditations-classes-online/

Odiyana Kadampa Buddhist Center, 450 New London Turnpike, Glastonbury, CT 06033

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450 New London Turnpike
Glastonbury, CT
06033

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http://meditationinconnecticut.org/

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