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SUMMARY:In-Person: Sacred Homage - Fall Foliage and Nature Meditation at Chuang Yen Monastery
DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Sacred Homage – Fall Foliage and Nature Meditation at Chuang Yen Monastery \nwith Lin Wang Gordon \nSunday\, October 12th\, 2025 | 10:00am – 3:00pm \nLocation: Meet in the parking lot of Chuang Yen Monastery\n2020 Route 301\, Carmel\, NY 10512\nSee below for more information on carpooling and access via public transportation \n \nJoin us for a contemplative day of meditation and reflection amid the fall foliage at Chuang Yen Monastery in Putnam County. This sacred site\, home to the largest indoor Buddha statue in the Western Hemisphere\, has housed Ven. Bhikkhu Bodhi and a vibrant monastic community since 2006. \nDesigned by renowned architect I.M. Pei\, the monastery’s serene grounds and elegant halls—the Kuan Yin Hall (1985) and the Great Buddha Hall (1997)\, inaugurated by the Dalai Lama—offer a peaceful setting for spiritual practice. The halls house 10\,000 mini buddhas and many antique Buddha statues. \nPast participants were deeply moved by the beauty and stillness of these sacred spaces\, as well as the opportunity to learn about the monastery’s history\, rituals\, and deep ties to the Buddhist lineage. \nWe’ll begin our day with quiet exploration\, meditating among the walkways and halls as we immerse ourselves in the presence of this living temple. After a lovingly prepared vegetarian lunch offered by monastery volunteers\, we’ll head outdoors to walk the grounds and appreciate the fall foliage\, connecting with the changing season\, the land\, and our practice. We will spend much of the day in silence. \nTestimonial from past participants: \n“Visiting the Chuang Yen Monastery\, learning about its history\, and spending time in its beautiful spaces with Lin and others from New York Insight was a very special treat.” \nAbout Lunch:\nLunch is served from 11:30am – 1:30pm\, and is graciously provided by a team of volunteers who spend their weekends cooking and serving the community. As the monastery relies on donations to continue its work\, a suggested contribution of $7 per person is appreciated to help support this beautiful effort. You are also welcome to bring your own lunch. \nBring: Please feel free to bring your own water and snacks\, and bug/tick repellent. Please make sure to check for ticks after the event. \n\nSun hat and sunscreen\nBackpack to carry what you need (we will be walking around for most of the day)\nOrganic tick repellent (optional)\nOrganic bug repellent (optional)\n\nA Few Guidelines for Your Visit:\nAs we visit a living monastic community\, please be mindful of these guidelines to ensure a respectful and harmonious experience for all \n\nBring only vegetarian foods—no meat\, fish\, or eggs.\nRespect the flora and fauna: Please refrain from picking any plants\, flowers\, or vegetables\, and avoid disturbing or feeding any animals or fish.No smoking or alcohol is allowed anywhere on the premises.\nDrive cautiously: Keep your speed under 15 mph once you enter the monastery grounds\, especially in spring when small animals are more active.\nPark in designated areas only.\nDress appropriately: Please avoid wearing costumes\, tank tops\, or mini skirts.\nNo photography or video is allowed\, and drones are prohibited to maintain the peace and serenity of the space.\n\nLocation and Meeting Time:\n\nLocation: 2020\, Route 301\, Carmel\, NY 10512\nMeeting Time and Location: 10am at the parking lot of the monastery\n\nHow to Get There:\n\nCarpooling: After registration\, please fill out the carpooling survey linked in the confirmation email to let us know if you can offer a ride or need one. If you can\, your generosity in providing a ride is greatly appreciated. We’ll coordinate rides on the Wednesday before the event.\nPublic Transportation: Take the Metro North (Hudson Line) at Grand Central (leaves at 7:55am) to Cold Spring station (arrives at 9:15am)\, then take an Uber/Lyft to the monastery (~20 minutes). One way off-peak ticket is $15.25. On the return trip\, take the 3:30pm train at Cold Spring\, and return to Grand Central at 5:01pm. We will also try to coordinate carpools from the train station when possible. Please note\, the cost of the train ticket is not included in the registration fee.\n\nCome embrace the tranquility\, reflect\, and connect with nature and a Buddhist community. We look forward to sharing this experience with you. \nThis event is limited to 30 participants. Registration is closed by the end of Thursday\, 10/9\, to allow time for carpool coordination. \nRegistration:\nIf you are registering via a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the below form if it is partially obscured or cut off.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window. \n \nAbout Tashi View all posts by Tashi
URL:https://dev.nyimc.org/event/sacred-homage-10-12-25/
LOCATION:Chuang Yen Monastery\, 2020 Route 301\, Carmel\, NY\, 10512\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daylong Programs,Open to All
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SUMMARY:In-Person: Sacred Homage - Nature Meditation at Chuang Yen Monastery
DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Sacred Homage – Nature Meditation at Chuang Yen Monastery \nwith Lin Wang Gordon \nSunday\, June 29th\, 2025 | 10:00am – 3:00pm \nLocation: Meet in the parking lot of Chuang Yen Monastery\n2020 Route 301\, Carmel\, NY 10512\nSee below for more information on carpooling and access via public transportation \n \nJoin us for a contemplative day of meditation and reflection as we pay homage to the rich Buddhist lineage at the serene Chuang Yen Monastery\, nestled in the Town of Kent\, Putnam County. This sacred space is home to the largest indoor statue of Buddha in the Western Hemisphere and has been the residence of Ven. Bhikkhu Bodhi since 2006\, alongside a vibrant and dedicated monastic community. \nDesigned by the world-renowned architect I.M. Pei\, the monastery’s breathtaking grounds provide a serene backdrop for contemplation. The elegant Kuan Yin Hall\, inspired by the architectural style of the Tang Dynasty\, was completed in 1985\, while the Great Buddha Hall\, where the Dalai Lama presided over the groundbreaking ceremony in 1989\, was finished in 1997. \nWe will begin the day by exploring the monastery’s beautiful halls\, soaking in the history and tranquility of the temple. After a vegetarian lunch provided by the monastery (prepared with care by volunteers who dedicate their weekends to this service)\, we’ll venture outdoors for a meditative experience on the lush grounds\, connecting with nature and deepening our practice. We will spend much of the day in silence.   \nAbout Lunch:\nLunch is served from 12-1pm and is graciously provided by a team of volunteers who spend their weekends cooking and serving the community. As the monastery relies on donations to continue its work\, a suggested contribution of $7 per person is appreciated to help support this beautiful effort. \nBring: Please feel free to bring your own water and snacks\, and bug/tick repellent. \nA Few Guidelines for Your Visit:\nAs we visit a monastic community\, please be mindful of these guidelines to ensure a respectful and harmonious experience for all: \n\nBring only vegetarian foods—no meat\, fish\, or eggs.\nNo smoking or alcohol is allowed anywhere on the premises.\nRespect the flora and fauna: Please refrain from picking any plants\, flowers\, or vegetables\, and avoid disturbing or feeding any animals or fish.\nDrive cautiously: Keep your speed under 15 mph once you enter the monastery grounds\, especially in spring when small animals are more active.\nPark in designated areas only.\nDress appropriately: Please avoid wearing costumes\, tank tops\, or mini skirts.\nNo photography or video is allowed\, and drones are prohibited to maintain the peace and serenity of the space.\n\nLocation and Meeting Time\n\nLocation: 2020\, Route 301\, Carmel\, NY 10512\nMeeting Time and Location: 10am at the parking lot of the monastery\n\nHow to Get There:\n\nCarpooling: After registering\, please fill out the carpooling survey you will receive in your confirmation email to let us know if you can offer a ride or need one. If you can\, your generosity in providing a ride is greatly appreciated. We’ll coordinate rides a week before the event.\nPublic Transportation: Take the Metro North (Hudson Line) at Grand Central (leaves at 7:55am) to Cold Spring station (arrives at 9:15am)\, then take an Uber/Lyft to the monastery (~20 minutes). One way off-peak ticket is $15.25. On the return trip\, take the 3:30pm train at Cold Spring\, and return to Grand Central at 5:01pm. We will also try to coordinate carpools from the train station when possible. Please note\, the cost of the train ticket is not included in the registration fee.\n\nRegistration:\nNote: After registering\, please fill out the carpooling survey linked in your confirmation email. Registration will close on Thursday\, June 26 to ensure we can coordinate everyone’s transportation. \nIf you are registering via a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the below form if it is partially obscured or cut off.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window. \n \nAbout Tashi View all posts by Tashi
URL:https://dev.nyimc.org/event/sacred-homage-nature-meditation-at-chuang-yen-monastery-6-29-25/
LOCATION:Chuang Yen Monastery\, 2020 Route 301\, Carmel\, NY\, 10512\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daylong Programs,Open to All
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