Colchester Buddhist Centre

The Germans are coming! - Saturday 31st March

2012-01-30T22:01:00.000Z

Bring acts, songs or poems and snacks to share.

Our friends from Dusseldorf will be joining us for a weekend of events.

Friday Night Film Club, 27 January 2012

2012-01-24T21:11:00.003Z

Spanning his years as a Formula One racing driver from 1984 to his untimely death a decade later, Senna explores the life and work of the triple world champion, his physical and spiritual achievements on the track, his quest for perfection and the mythical status he has since attained.

Starts at 7.30 p.m., suggested donation of £3, please bring chocolate or popcorn to share.

Puja Night, Friday 3rd February

2012-01-24T21:10:00.000Z

Our Puja Night series lead by Sanghamani, are open to all, and are an exploration of Buddhist ritual.

Starting at 7.30 p.m. classes are by donation

Life With Full Attention, starting Saturday 11th February

2012-01-24T21:08:00.002Z

A new 6 week course, from 2p.m. to 5p.m.

The course is especially designed as an introduction to Buddhism and mindfulness, and bringing them to our daily lives

The course costs £60 or £40 concessions and includes a free book. The course is led by Silanatha and Amalaketu

Dharma Arts and Crafts Saturday 11th February 2012

2012-01-24T21:07:00.002Z

Running from 10.30 to 12.30, our new arts and crafts mornings are an opportunity to practice a creative hobby or interest in a Dharmic context.

Please bring all materials you need with you, for example, paints, paper, sewing and knitting equipment

Tea, coffee and biscuits will be provided.

The suggested donation is £3

Parinirvana Day Sunday 12th February 2012

2012-01-24T21:00:00.000Z

Join us, from 10.30 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. on 12th February, to commemorates the death of the Buddha and his entry into Nirvana.

All welcome, please bring vegetarian food to share for lunch.

Eco-Dharma workshop Sunday 19th February 2012

2012-01-24T20:56:00.002Z

Exploring the integration of ecological and environmental issues within a Buddhist context. Issues to be discussed include vegetarianism, consumerism and community living and the idea of developing a community allotment.

10.30a.m. to 1p.m.

All welcome.

Friday Night Film Club, 24 February 2012

2012-01-24T20:54:00.002Z

After the death of his father King George V (Michael Gambon) and the scandalous abdication of King Edward VIII (Guy Pearce), Bertie (Colin Firth) who has suffered from a debilitating speech impediment all his life, is suddenly crowned King George VI of England. With his country on the brink of war and in desperate need of a leader, his wife, Elizabeth (Helena Bonham Carter), the future Queen Mother, arranges for her husband to see an eccentric speech therapist, Lionel Logue (Geoffrey Rush). After a rough start, the two delve into an unorthodox course of treatment and eventually form an unbreakable bond. With the support of Logue, his family, his government and Winston Churchill (Timothy Spall), the King will overcome his stammer and deliver a radio-address that inspires his people and unites them in battle. Based on the true story of King George VI, THE KING'S SPEECH follows the Royal Monarch's quest to find his voice.

Starts at 7.30 p.m., suggested donation of £3, please bring chocolate or popcorn to share.

Volunteers Day, Sunday 29th January 2012

2012-01-02T11:51:00.002Z

A day, exploring faith, for those who help out at the centre, led by Karunadhi and Amalaketu, 10.30a.m. to 5p.m., lunch will be provided