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SUMMARY:Guru Yoga Retreat
DESCRIPTION:In this retreat we focus on the preliminary practices of accumulating merit and receiving blessings. Making mandala offerings is the gateway to accumulating merit and Guru yoga is the gateway to receiving powerful blessings of all the Buddhas. \nSessions: \n9-10:15 \n11-12:15 \n2-3:15 \n4-5:15 
URL:https://www.meditateinthesouthbay.org/event/guru-yoga-retreat/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center South Bay\, 500 6th St\, Hermosa Beach\, CA\, 90254\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation Center South Bay":MAILTO:info@meditateinthesouthbay.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260614T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260614T121500
DTSTAMP:20260625T212824
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SUMMARY:Sunday Morning Meditation Class
DESCRIPTION:Each class includes a teaching and guided meditation in a series. You are welcome to attend all or any of the classes in each series. No previous experience is necessary\, drop in anytime. Suitable for beginners and those more experienced. Everyone welcome!
URL:https://www.meditateinthesouthbay.org/event/sunday-morning-meditation-class/2026-06-14/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center South Bay\, 500 6th St\, Hermosa Beach\, CA\, 90254\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation Center South Bay":MAILTO:info@meditateinthesouthbay.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260614T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260614T190000
DTSTAMP:20260625T212824
CREATED:20250811T202217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T013017Z
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SUMMARY:Teacher Training Program
DESCRIPTION:Teacher Training Program \n\nFOR ENROLLED STUDENTS ONLY:  The Teacher Training Program (TTP) is designed for those who wish to train as qualified New Kadampa Tradition Teachers. In addition to completing the study of fourteen texts of Sutra and Tantra\, including the six texts studied on the Foundation Program\, students are required to observe certain commitments with regard to behavior and way of life\, and to complete a number of meditation retreats. \n\nIf you are interested in joining\, please email Crista\, our Education Program Coordinator: info@meditateinthesouthbay.org
URL:https://www.meditateinthesouthbay.org/event/teacher-training-program/2026-06-14/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center South Bay\, 500 6th St\, Hermosa Beach\, CA\, 90254\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation Center South Bay":MAILTO:info@meditateinthesouthbay.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260615T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260615T124500
DTSTAMP:20260625T212824
CREATED:20230621T213133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T233722Z
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SUMMARY:Mid Day Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Mid-Day Meditation\nMonday | 12:15-12:45am\n\n30-Minute Mid-Day Meditation \nTake a Real Break! These classes are designed to offer a dose of peace in the middle of your day. The sessions are guided by one of our Teachers and very accessible. No experience is necessary and everyone is welcome. \nDrop in. No pre-registration required.
URL:https://www.meditateinthesouthbay.org/event/mid-day-meditation-2/2026-06-15/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center South Bay\, 500 6th St\, Hermosa Beach\, CA\, 90254\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation Center South Bay":MAILTO:info@meditateinthesouthbay.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260615T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260615T180000
DTSTAMP:20260625T212824
CREATED:20260614T222452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T001759Z
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SUMMARY:Dakini Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Chanted prayer practice of Buddha Vajrayogini\, open to HYT practitioners only.
URL:https://www.meditateinthesouthbay.org/event/dakini-yoga-2/2026-06-15/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center South Bay\, 500 6th St\, Hermosa Beach\, CA\, 90254\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation Center South Bay":MAILTO:info@meditateinthesouthbay.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260615T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260615T201500
DTSTAMP:20260625T212824
CREATED:20250916T005655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T052501Z
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SUMMARY:Monday Evening El Segundo Class
DESCRIPTION:Monday Drop-in $15\nMeditation Class in El Segundo\n\nMondays | 7:00-8:15pm\nwith Resident Teacher\, Kadam Gerry Donovan\n\n\n\nEveryone welcome. Suitable for all levels. \n\n\n\nDiscover how simple and joyful meditation can be. In this friendly\, down-to-earth series\, you’ll learn practical techniques  that anyone can use—no experience\, flexibility\, or special equipment required. Each class includes a short talk\, guided meditations\, and time for questions\, helping you build confidence and clarity in your own practice.
URL:https://www.meditateinthesouthbay.org/event/monday-evening-el-segundo-class-2/2026-06-15/
LOCATION:Blue Butterfly Coffee\, 351 Main St\, El Segundo\, 90245\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation Center South Bay":MAILTO:info@meditateinthesouthbay.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260616T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260616T183000
DTSTAMP:20260625T212824
CREATED:20240929T025137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T051359Z
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SUMMARY:Heart Jewel
DESCRIPTION:Heart Jewel (with silent meditation)\nHeart Jewel is a chanted prayer practice revealed by the Wisdom Buddha Manjushri and includes time for meditation. By engaging in the special Guru yoga of Je Tsongkhapa we can purify negativity\, accumulate merit\, and receive blessings\, and attain a very special wisdom. By engaging in the special method for relying on the Dharma Protector Dorje Shugden\, we can overcome obstacles to our practice and create favorable conditions. \nTuesdays/Thursdays 5:30-6:30pm  \nWednesdays 5:00-6:00pm \nEveryone welcome! Free event.
URL:https://www.meditateinthesouthbay.org/event/heart-jewel/2026-06-16/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center South Bay\, 500 6th St\, Hermosa Beach\, CA\, 90254\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation Center South Bay":MAILTO:info@meditateinthesouthbay.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260616T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260616T201500
DTSTAMP:20260625T212824
CREATED:20230821T225618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T235316Z
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Evening Meditation Class
DESCRIPTION:Each class includes a teaching and guided meditation in a series. You are welcome to attend all or any of the classes in each series. No previous experience is necessary\, drop in anytime. Suitable for beginners and those more experienced. Everyone welcome!
URL:https://www.meditateinthesouthbay.org/event/tuesday-evening-meditation-class/2026-06-16/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center South Bay\, 500 6th St\, Hermosa Beach\, CA\, 90254\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation Center South Bay":MAILTO:info@meditateinthesouthbay.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260617T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260617T130000
DTSTAMP:20260625T212824
CREATED:20240929T030458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T015707Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Mid Day Class
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday Drop-in\nMeditation Class\n\nWednesdays | 12:00-1:00pm\nwith Kadampa Teacher Kadam Gerry\n\n\nCost: $15 suggested donation \nIncluded with Membership\nNo one turned away for lack of funds \nClasses include guided meditation\, teaching\, and time for Q&A
URL:https://www.meditateinthesouthbay.org/event/wednesday-mid-day-class/2026-06-17/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center South Bay\, 500 6th St\, Hermosa Beach\, CA\, 90254\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation Center South Bay":MAILTO:info@meditateinthesouthbay.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260617T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260617T180000
DTSTAMP:20260625T212824
CREATED:20250826T052612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T045956Z
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SUMMARY:Heart Jewel - Wednesday
DESCRIPTION:Heart Jewel (with silent meditation)\nHeart Jewel is a chanted prayer practice revealed by the Wisdom Buddha Manjushri and includes time for meditation. By engaging in the special Guru yoga of Je Tsongkhapa we can purify negativity\, accumulate merit\, and receive blessings\, and attain a very special wisdom. By engaging in the special method for relying on the Dharma Protector Dorje Shugden\, we can overcome obstacles to our practice and create favorable conditions. \nTuesdays/Thursdays 5:30-6:30pm  \nWednesdays 5:00-6:00pm \nEveryone welcome! Free event.
URL:https://www.meditateinthesouthbay.org/event/heart-jewel-2-2/2026-06-17/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center South Bay\, 500 6th St\, Hermosa Beach\, CA\, 90254\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation Center South Bay":MAILTO:info@meditateinthesouthbay.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260617T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260617T203000
DTSTAMP:20260625T212824
CREATED:20240929T031748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T175100Z
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SUMMARY:Foundation Program
DESCRIPTION:Foundation Program \nFOR ENROLLED STUDENTS ONLY:  Foundation Program (FP) is designed for people who wish to deepen their understanding and experience of Kadampa Buddhism through a systematic study of essential Buddhist commentaries by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche. Through studying systematically we can improve our good heart\, our wisdom\, and our cherishing of others by going deeper into our understanding and practice. \nIf you are interested in joining\, please email Crista\, our Education Program Coordinator: info@meditateinthesouthbay.org
URL:https://www.meditateinthesouthbay.org/event/fp/2026-06-17/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center South Bay\, 500 6th St\, Hermosa Beach\, CA\, 90254\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation Center South Bay":MAILTO:info@meditateinthesouthbay.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260618T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260618T183000
DTSTAMP:20260625T212824
CREATED:20240929T025137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T051359Z
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SUMMARY:Heart Jewel
DESCRIPTION:Heart Jewel (with silent meditation)\nHeart Jewel is a chanted prayer practice revealed by the Wisdom Buddha Manjushri and includes time for meditation. By engaging in the special Guru yoga of Je Tsongkhapa we can purify negativity\, accumulate merit\, and receive blessings\, and attain a very special wisdom. By engaging in the special method for relying on the Dharma Protector Dorje Shugden\, we can overcome obstacles to our practice and create favorable conditions. \nTuesdays/Thursdays 5:30-6:30pm  \nWednesdays 5:00-6:00pm \nEveryone welcome! Free event.
URL:https://www.meditateinthesouthbay.org/event/heart-jewel/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center South Bay\, 500 6th St\, Hermosa Beach\, CA\, 90254\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation Center South Bay":MAILTO:info@meditateinthesouthbay.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260618T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260618T201500
DTSTAMP:20260625T212824
CREATED:20250914T230340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T222707Z
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SUMMARY:Thursday Evening Meditation Class
DESCRIPTION:Thursday Drop-in\nMeditation Class\nThursdays | 7:00-8:15pm\nwith Nick Ploplys\n\n\nCost: $15 suggested donation \nIncluded with Membership\nNo one turned away for lack of funds \nClasses include guided meditation\, teaching\, and time for Q&A
URL:https://www.meditateinthesouthbay.org/event/thursday-evening-meditation-class-2/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center South Bay\, 500 6th St\, Hermosa Beach\, CA\, 90254\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation Center South Bay":MAILTO:info@meditateinthesouthbay.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260620T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260620T170000
DTSTAMP:20260625T212824
CREATED:20260420T031314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T020232Z
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SUMMARY:The Power of Patience | Day Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This practice frees our mind to find effective solutions to problems that we would not have thought of when we were angry.  \nIn this retreat\, Kadam Gerry  will give practical advice on how to develop and strengthen our patient acceptance.  With consistent effort\, anyone can develop this ability.  This brings peace and happiness into our mind\, making hard times easier to bear.
URL:https://www.meditateinthesouthbay.org/event/the-power-of-patience-day-retreat/
LOCATION:Kadampa Meditation Center South Bay\, 500 6th St\, Hermosa Beach\, CA\, 90254\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kadampa Meditation Center South Bay":MAILTO:info@meditateinthesouthbay.org
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