BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Buddhist Society Of Victoria (BSV) - ECPv6.15.13//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Buddhist Society Of Victoria (BSV) X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.bsv.net.au X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Buddhist Society Of Victoria (BSV) REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Australia/Melbourne BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20190406T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20191005T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20200404T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20201003T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20210403T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20211002T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20220402T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20221001T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20230401T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20230930T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20240406T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20241005T160000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Australia/Melbourne BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20200404T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20201003T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20210403T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20211002T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20220402T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20221001T160000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20180101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230407T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230408T150000 DTSTAMP:20260504T012959 CREATED:20230329T083525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T232336Z UID:10000839-1680858000-1680966000@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Easter holiday meditation retreat / Ajahn Mudito DESCRIPTION:Join us during the Easter holidays for a non-residential retreat\, where we meditate and discuss Dhamma. Following on from the retreat held over the Christmas holidays in 2022\, Ajahn Mudito will continue with the last chapters of “The Word of the Buddha” booklet\, namely Right Mindfulness and Right Stillness. The programme includes short meditation and discussion sessions. \n\nTeacher: Ajahn Mudito\nVenue:  BSV Buddhaloka Centre\nDates/times:\n– Friday 7th April and Saturday 8th April: 9am – 11am and 1pm – 3 pm\n– Sunday 9th April: 1 – 5 pm – Individual meditation practice\n(The regular Sunday morning Dhamma talk and communal lunch dana will be held from 9.30 am – 12:30 pm. The Meditation Hall will remain open for individual practice)\n– Monday 10th April: 9am – 11am and 1pm – 3pm \nPlease bring your own lunch if you intend staying for both sessions. Tea/coffee will be provided. \n\n\nNo registration required.  Feel free to join in any or all of the sessions. \n\n\nPlease find HERE the PDF version of “The Word of the Buddha”.  Ajahn Mudito will refer to this during Dhamma discussions throughout the retreat. \n\n\nThis event will not be live streamed. URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/easter-holiday-meditation-retreat-ajahn-mudito/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Retreats,Special Event,Upcoming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Easter-break-sutta-retreat-2023.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230318T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230318T210000 DTSTAMP:20260504T012959 CREATED:20230309T072629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230309T072629Z UID:10001018-1679166000-1679173200@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Special Dhamma Talk | Ajahn Dtun DESCRIPTION:Special Dhamma Talk. Teaching will be given by Ajahn Dtun\nTime: 7.00 pm – 9.00 pm\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\n71 Darling Road\, Malvern East VIC 3145 \nAbout The Teacher\nAjahn Dtun is considered to be one of the greatest living meditation masters in Thailand. Renowned for his gentle demeanour and deep wisdom\, Ajahn Dtun has always had a reputation as an impeccable and well-practised monk in the Ajahn Chah Tradition. Even as a junior monk\, there was a buzz among the monks regarding Ajahn Dtun due to his dedication to practise and an aura of calm and clarity around him. Ajahn Dtun will be accompanied by Ajahn Tejapanno\, his translator. Ajahn Tejapanno\, born in England\, has been a monk for over 23 years\, and has spent the last several years with Ajahn Dtun. \nParking\nThere is a car park at the back of Buddhaloka Centre which can be accessed via Terminus lane. Please be PARTICULARLY mindful when parking on the streets around the Centre and ensure that you do not obstruct driveways in any way. \n\n  URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/special-dhamma-talk-ajahn-dtun-2/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Online,Special Event,Upcoming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Ajahn-Dtun.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230317T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230317T210000 DTSTAMP:20260504T012959 CREATED:20230309T072508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230309T072709Z UID:10001017-1679079600-1679086800@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Special Dhamma Talk | Ajahn Dtun DESCRIPTION:Special Dhamma Talk. Teaching will be given by Ajahn Dtun\nTime: 7.00 pm – 9.00 pm\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\n71 Darling Road\, Malvern East VIC 3145 \nAbout The Teacher\nAjahn Dtun is considered to be one of the greatest living meditation masters in Thailand. Renowned for his gentle demeanour and deep wisdom\, Ajahn Dtun has always had a reputation as an impeccable and well-practised monk in the Ajahn Chah Tradition. Even as a junior monk\, there was a buzz among the monks regarding Ajahn Dtun due to his dedication to practise and an aura of calm and clarity around him. Ajahn Dtun will be accompanied by Ajahn Tejapanno\, his translator. Ajahn Tejapanno\, born in England\, has been a monk for over 23 years\, and has spent the last several years with Ajahn Dtun. \nParking\nThere is a car park at the back of Buddhaloka Centre which can be accessed via Terminus lane. Please be PARTICULARLY mindful when parking on the streets around the Centre and ensure that you do not obstruct driveways in any way. \n\n  URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/special-dhamma-talk-ajahn-dtun/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Online,Special Event,Upcoming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Ajahn-Dtun.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230122T093000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230122T123000 DTSTAMP:20260504T012959 CREATED:20221201T043456Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221230T071237Z UID:10000962-1674379800-1674390600@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:BSV Lunar New Year Celebrations 2023 DESCRIPTION:Weekly Dhamma Talk. Teaching will be given by Ayya Upekkha. Followed by the Lunar New Year Celebration\nThe BSV committee invites everyone to join the BSV Lunar New Year Celebration 2023.  The event will be held at the Buddhist Society Victoria (BSV) Buddhaloka Centre at Malvern East. \nDetails of the event:\nDate: Sunday\, 22 January 2023\nTime: 9.30am to 12.30pm\nVenue: Buddhist Society Victoria (BSV) Buddhaloka Centre at Malvern East\nAddress: 71 Darling Rd\, Malvern East VIC 3145 \nAll are welcome.\nWe will have our usual Sunday Dhamma Talk by Ayya Upekkha followed by pindapatha and offering lunch dana to the Monastics. Communal lunch will be at 11.30am. If you wish\, please bring a plate to share. \nTo celebrate Lunar New Year\, we encourage  attendees who are celebrating Lunar New Year to bring a New Year dish to share. \n\n  URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/bsv-lunar-new-year-celebrations-2023/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Special Event,Upcoming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Lunar-New-Year-2023-Celebrations-at-BSV.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221231T203000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230101T003000 DTSTAMP:20260504T013000 CREATED:20221213T075425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221228T224919Z UID:10000963-1672518600-1672533000@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:New Year’s Eve Celebration DESCRIPTION:The BSV committee invites everyone to join our New Year’s Eve celebration. Join us for food\, a Dhamma talk by Ajahn Nissarano\, reflection of the year\, and the countdown to the New Year. \nProgram \n8:30 pm – Arrive to be seated. \n9:00 pm – Supper – Bring a dish to share. \n9:45 pm – Welcome message by President. \n9:50 pm – Group activities. \n10.20 pm – Short guided meditation led by by Ajahn Nissarano. \n10:30 pm – Dhamma talk by Ajahn Nissarano. \n11:15 pm – Circumambulation. \n11:45 pm – Video clips and reflection by Ajahn Nissarano and Ayya Upekkha on 2022. \n11.59 pm – Countdown! \n12:00 am – Chanting and Sharing of merit. \n12.15 am – End. \n\n  \nThe BSV Buddhaloka Centre will be open on New Year’s Day – Sunday\, 1st January 2023. Ajahn Nissarano will offer a special Dhamma reflection during the regular Sunday programme at 9.30 am. At 11 am\, there is rice pindapāta and offering lunch dana to the monastics\, followed by communal lunch. Please bring a plate of food to share with the monastics and lay community. \nDevotees are welcome to offer flowers and incense at the Buddha statue in the front garden. The Buddhaloka Centre will be open until 5 pm for quiet reflection and meditation. URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/new-years-eve-celebration/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Special Event,Upcoming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/New-Years-Eve-Celebration.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221225T130000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221227T150000 DTSTAMP:20260504T013000 CREATED:20221214T120311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221223T215544Z UID:10000964-1671973200-1672153200@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Christmas holiday meditation retreat DESCRIPTION:Give yourself the best Christmas present by coming to our “The Word of the Buddha” retreat. Join us for a non-residential retreat\, where we meditate and discuss Dhamma. We will be going through the “Word of the Buddha” booklet and having short meditation and discussion sessions.\nTeacher: Ajahn Mudito\nVenue:  BSV Buddhaloka Centre\nDates/times:\nSunday 25th December  :  1pm – 3pm\n(The session will follow the regular Sunday morning Dhamma talk and communal lunch dana)\nMonday 26th December :  9am – 11am and 1pm – 3pm\nTuesday 27th December : 9am – 11am and 1pm – 3pm\nIf you are staying for both sessions on Monday & Tuesday\, please bring your own lunch. Tea/coffee will be provided. \n\n\nNo registration required.  Feel free to join in any or all of the sessions. \n\n\nPlease find HERE the PDF version of “The Word of the Buddha”.  Ajahn Mudito will refer to this during Dhamma discussions throughout the retreat. \n\n\nThe Meditation Hall will be kept open until 5 pm on all three days for those who wish to continue with their meditation after 3pm. \n\nThis event will not be live streamed. URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/christmas-meditation-retreat/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Retreats,Special Event,Upcoming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Christmas-holiday-meditation-retreat.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221106T093000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20221106T150000 DTSTAMP:20260504T013000 CREATED:20220917T014257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221030T220238Z UID:10000957-1667727000-1667746800@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Kathina Robe Offering Ceremony 2022 DESCRIPTION:The BSV committee invites everyone to join the Kathina Robe Offering Ceremony – a ceremony to offer robes and other requisites to the Sangha as an expression of our gratitude. This year’s event will be held at the Newbury Buddhist Monastery (107 Beaches Lane\, Newbury).Date: Sunday\, 6 November 2022Time: 09:30 am – 03:00 pm (AEDT) \nPlease arrive by 9.00 am to enable the event to commence at 9.30 am sharp. In the morning there will be a Dhamma Talk by Ajahn Nissarano followed by Rice Pindapatha and offering lunch dana to the Monastics. Communal lunch will be at 11.30am. If you wish\, please bring a dish to share with the monastics and the lay community.  The Kathina Robe Offering Ceremony will begin at 12:30 pm. \nAttending in person:It is a compulsory requirement to register to attend the Kathina Robe Offering Ceremony at NBM. This will greatly assist us in the organisation of the event. Register via Eventbrite HERE \nYou are encouraged to check the weather at Newbury before leaving home and bring suitable clothes (e.g. jacket\, hat/beanie) including an umbrella. The weather in Newbury is usually 5 degrees cooler than in Melbourne. It is highly recommended to wear sturdy walking shoes as the terrain is uneven and can be muddy. \nBuses to NBMA bus has been organised to provide transport to those wishing to attend the Kathina Ceremony. \nBookings are essential as seats are limited. The cost is $20 per person for the return trip. Last day to secure a seat is Sunday 30 Oct 2022\, 5 pm (if seats are still available).Please book your seat HERE \nMeeting Point:The bus will depart from the BSV Buddhaloka Centre (71 Darling Road\, Malvern East) by 7 am SHARP. Please plan to be at the Centre by 6.45 am. The bus will leave NBM at 3.30 pm to return to the Buddhaloka Centre. \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kathina Ceremony Program: \n\n\n\n09.30 am\nPresident’s welcome message – Adrian Tee\n\n\n09.35 am\nRequest to observe 5 precepts followed by Rains Retreat message by Ajahn Nissarano and Ayya Upekkha\n\n\n09.45 am\nDhamma Talk by Ajahn Nissarano\n\n\n10.45 am\nRice Pindapatha & offering lunch dana to monastics\n\n\n11.30 am\nCommunal lunch\n\n\n12.30 pm \nKathina Robe Offering Ceremony\n\n\n02:00 pm\nWalking Tours of the Meditation Retreat Centre and the Nuns’ and the Monks’ areas\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n End of Rains Retreat & Dhamma talk\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Afternoon Kathina Robe Offering Ceremony\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Devotees are invited to offer any of the four requisites (robes\, food\, medicine\, shelter) to the BSV-NBM Bhikkhu and Bhikkhuni Sangha as a practical way of expressing their gratitude and support. \nRequisites available for offering at the Kathina Robe Offering Ceremony: \n1. Full Set of Robes with Alms Bowl – $702. Full Set of Robes Only – $403. Towel Set – $304. Towel Only – $10 \nAlternatively\, you may wish to make a monetary donation online by selecting one of the options below: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Robe & Other Requisites \nThe offering is symbolic. Your donation will go towards supporting NBM Sangha.This donation is not tax deductible. \n Donate Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n NBM Building Fund \nMake a donation towards the NBM Retreat Centre Project Stage 2a.This donation is tax deductible. \n Donate Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dana/Gift Offering for the Ceremony\n \n A giver of food is a giver of strength.\nA giver of clothes is a giver of beauty.\nA giver of vehicle is a giver of ease.\nA giver of lamp is a giver of vision.\nAnd the one who is a giver of residence is a giver of everything.\nBut the one who teaches the Dhamma is a giver of the deathless.\nThe Buddha explains to a deva the true value of various kinds of gifts. \n(SN 1.42) URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/kathina-robe-offering-ceremony-2022/ LOCATION:Newbury Buddhist Monestery\, 107 Beaches Road\, Newbury\, VIC\, 3458\, Australia CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,NBM,Online,Special Event,Weekly END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220527T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220527T200000 DTSTAMP:20260504T013001 CREATED:20220506T003707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220509T064425Z UID:10000840-1653678000-1653681600@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Discover Buddhism | Ask A Buddhist Monk Anything | Ajahn Sādaro DESCRIPTION:Ask A Buddhist Monk Anything\nA Buddhist Monk will help you with answering  questions ranging from the basics of Buddhism and meditation. \nThese are FREE sessions\, commencing Friday 22nd April 2022 (every 2nd & 4th Friday of each month)\nIf you are curious about Buddhism\, what to do when you get bored or confused in life\, how to have a happy relationship\, or anything\, come and join this informal gathering. \nBy: Ajahn Sādaro\nTime: 7.00 pm – 8.00 pm\nDate: 2nd & 4th Friday every month (fortnightly)\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\n71 Darling Road\, Malvern East VIC 3145 \nRegistration (optional)\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/ask-a-buddhist-monk-anything-tickets-316599717277\n \n  URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/discover-buddhism-ask-a-buddhist-monk-anything-ajahn-sadaro/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Discover Buddhism,Special Event,Upcoming,Weekly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Ask-me-anything-buddhism.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220522T091500 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220522T143000 DTSTAMP:20260504T013001 CREATED:20220422T010352Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220520T060314Z UID:10000694-1653210900-1653229800@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:BSV Vesak Celebrations with Ajahn Brahm DESCRIPTION:BSV Vesak Celebrations 2022 with Ajahn Brahm\nThe BSV Committee warmly invites everyone to join the Vesak Celebrations led by Ajahn Brahm. The event will take place at the Newbury Buddhist Monastery on Sunday 22nd May at 9.15 am. \nAs lunch is being provided\, there is no need to bring food offerings for lunch dana.  Please register here if you wish to attend\, mainly to assist us with catering.  Bookings will close automatically once capacity is reached\, \nPlease arrive by 8.45am to enable the event to commence at 9.15am sharp. The programme will begin with a welcome address by the BSV President\, followed by a Dhamma talk by Ajahn Brahm. At 10.15 am\, there will be offering of flowers & candles\, sharing & dedication of merit and chanting.  Pindapatha (offering of alms food to the Sangha) will commence at 10.30 am. Communal lunch will follow in the dining area and outside the nun’s residence. \nIn the afternoon (1 pm – 2.30 pm) there will be a head shaving fundraising event\, followed by NBM Open Day Walking Tours of the Sangha House and the NBM Stage 2A project site and a “Meet & Greet” session with Ajahn Brahm with photo opportunities. The event will conclude at 2.30pm. \nAjahn Brahm’s books and other merchandise will be on sale at the fundraising stall. All funds raised will be in support of the Newbury Buddhist Monastery Meditation Retreat Centre Project. \nPlease kindly note that this is predominantly an outdoor event. You are encouraged to check the weather at Newbury before leaving home and bring suitable clothes (e.g. jacket\, hat/beanie) including an umbrella. The weather in Newbury is usually 5 degrees cooler than in Melbourne. It is highly recommended to wear sturdy walking shoes as the terrain is uneven and can be muddy if it has rained recently. \nYou are no longer required to wear a face mask in most indoor settings\, but wearing a mask remains recommended. You must always carry your mask when leaving home. If not feeling well\, please kindly stay and rest at home. \nBus to Newbury: \nWe have now closed reservations for the bus to Newbury. For those who have pre-booked their bus ticket\, the bus will depart from the Buddhaloka Centre (71 Darling Road\, Malvern East) at 7 am SHARP.  Please plan to be at the Centre by 6.45 am.  The bus will leave NBM for the return trip to the Buddhaloka Centre at 3.30 pm. \nFace masks are required on the bus unless there is a medical exemption. \nPlease email communications@bsv.net.au if you have any queries URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/bsv-vesak-celebrations-with-ajahn-brahm-2022/ LOCATION:Newbury Buddhist Monestery\, 107 Beaches Road\, Newbury\, VIC\, 3458\, Australia CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Special Event,Upcoming,Weekly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Vesak-2022.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220520T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220520T200000 DTSTAMP:20260504T013001 CREATED:20220506T003714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220509T064923Z UID:10000842-1653073200-1653076800@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Discover Buddhism | Learn Meditation From A Monk | Ajahn Sādaro DESCRIPTION:Learn Meditation From A Monk\nA Buddhist monk will provide beginners with meditation instructions and an instruction to Buddhist thought. \nThese are FREE sessions\, commencing Friday 6th May 2022 (every 1st & 3rd Friday of each month)\nInterested in learning how to meditate but don’t know how/where to begin? Then these sessions are for you! \nBy: Ajahn Sādaro\nTime: 7.00 pm – 8.00 pm\nDate: 2nd & 4th Friday every month (fortnightly)\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\n71 Darling Road\, Malvern East VIC 3145 \nRegistration (optional) : https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/learn-meditation-from-a-monk-tickets-316568062597 URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/discover-buddhism-learn-meditation-from-a-monk-ajahn-sadaro/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Discover Buddhism,Special Event,Upcoming,Weekly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Learn-Meditation-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220513T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220513T200000 DTSTAMP:20260504T013001 CREATED:20220506T003821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220509T063932Z UID:10000856-1652468400-1652472000@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Discover Buddhism | Ask A Buddhist Monk Anything | Ajahn Sādaro DESCRIPTION:Ask A Buddhist Monk Anything\nA Buddhist Monk will help you with answering  questions ranging from the basics of Buddhism and meditation. \nThese are FREE sessions\, commencing Friday 22nd April 2022 (every 2nd & 4th Friday of each month)\nIf you are curious about Buddhism\, what to do when you get bored or confused in life\, how to have a happy relationship\, or anything\, come and join this informal gathering. \nBy: Ajahn Sādaro\nTime: 7.00 pm – 8.00 pm\nDate: 2nd & 4th Friday every month (fortnightly)\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\n71 Darling Road\, Malvern East VIC 3145 \nRegistration (optional)\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/ask-a-buddhist-monk-anything-tickets-316599145567\n \n  URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/discover-buddhism-ask-a-buddhist-monk-anything-ajahn-sadaro-2/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Discover Buddhism,Special Event,Upcoming,Weekly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Ask-me-anything-buddhism.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220506T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220506T200000 DTSTAMP:20260504T013001 CREATED:20220411T073203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220504T075930Z UID:10000832-1651863600-1651867200@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Discover Buddhism | Learn Meditation From A Monk | Ajahn Sādaro DESCRIPTION:Learn Meditation From A Monk\nA Buddhist monk will provide beginners with meditation instructions and an instruction to Buddhist thought. \nThese are FREE sessions\, commencing Friday 6th May 2022 (every 1st & 3rd Friday of each month)\nInterested in learning how to meditate but don’t know how/where to begin? Then these sessions are for you! \nBy: Ajahn Sādaro\nTime: 7.00 pm – 8.00 pm\nDate: 2nd & 4th Friday every month (fortnightly)\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\n71 Darling Road\, Malvern East VIC 3145 \nRegistration (optional) : https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/learn-meditation-from-a-monk-tickets-316568062597 URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/friday-fortnight-learn-meditation-from-a-monk-ajahn-sadaro/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Discover Buddhism,Special Event,Upcoming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Learn-Meditation-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220422T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220422T200000 DTSTAMP:20260504T013001 CREATED:20220411T012103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220411T104514Z UID:10000830-1650654000-1650657600@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Discover Buddhism | Ask A Buddhist Monk Anything | Ajahn Sādaro DESCRIPTION:Ask A Buddhist Monk Anything\nA Buddhist Monk will help you with answering  questions ranging from the basics of Buddhism and meditation. \nThese are FREE sessions\, commencing Friday 22nd April 2022 (every 2nd & 4th Friday of each month)\nIf you are curious about Buddhism\, what to do when you get bored or confused in life\, how to have a happy relationship\, or anything\, come and join this informal gathering. \nBy: Ajahn Sādaro\nTime: 7.00 pm – 8.00 pm\nDate: 2nd & 4th Friday every month (fortnightly)\nVenue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre\n71 Darling Road\, Malvern East VIC 3145 \nNo Registration Required \n  URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/friday-fortnight-ask-a-buddhist-monk-anything-ajahn-sadaro/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Discover Buddhism,Special Event,Upcoming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Ask-me-anything-buddhism.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20211107T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20211107T103000 DTSTAMP:20260504T013001 CREATED:20211007T041202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211106T104532Z UID:10000802-1636275600-1636281000@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Robe Offering Ceremony 2021 DESCRIPTION:The BSV committee invites everyone to join the BSV Robe Offering Ceremony – a ceremony to offer robes and other requisites to the Sangha as an expression of their gratitude.Date: Sunday\, 7 November 2021Time: 09:00 – 10:30 am (AEDT) \nWith the easing of restrictions\, we are delighted to announce that guests are able to visit NBM to participate in the ceremony in person.  However\, there is a strict limit of 100 registered guests to comply with government guidelines. \nAttending in person:It is essential to register to attend the ceremony at the Newbury Buddhist Monastery. The Online booking form is available at:https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/bsv-robe-offering-ceremony-2021-tickets-200785343367Rules and guidelines are outlined on the Registration form and Booking Advice. Please read through these carefully\, prior to registering to attend. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n You can join the Youtube Live Stream from 9am to 10am\, 7 November 2021 with this link.If you have any questions\, please email Lai at events@bsv.net.au \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Schedule of Robe Offering Program: \n\n\n\n9.00 am\nPresident’s welcome message – Indira Jayasinghe\n\n\n9.02 am\nRequest to observe 5 precepts followed by Rains Retreat message and Dhamma talk by Ajahn Nissarano and Ayya Upekkha\n\n\n9.35 am\nRobe Offering Ceremony begins with the offering of main robes to the senior monk and senior nun at NBM –  Ajahn Nissarano and Ayya Upekkha\n\n\n9.45 am\nBlessing after the offerings to Sangha and chanting to share the merits of the gifts given to the monastics\n\n\n10.00 am\nVice President’s closing message – Chinta Amadoru\n\n\n10.00 am \nEnd of Robe Offering Ceremony and YouTube Livestream\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dana/Gift Offering for the Ceremony\n \n A giver of food is a giver of strength.A giver of clothes is a giver of beauty.A giver of vehicle is a giver of ease.A giver of lamp is a giver of vision.And the one who is a giver of residence is a giver of everything.But the one who teaches the Dhamma is a giver of the deathless.The Buddha explains to a deva the true value of various kinds of gifts. \n(SN 1.42) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Robes and Other Requisites\nThe offering is symbolic. Your donation will go towards supporting the NBM Sangha. This donation is not tax deductible. \n \n Donate Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Shelter\nMake a donation towards the construction of the Dana Hall of the NBM Building Project Stage 2a. This donation is tax deductible. \n \n Donate Now URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/robe-offering-ceremony-2021/ LOCATION:Virtual Robe Offering 2021\, Online\, Australia CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Special Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210807T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210807T150000 DTSTAMP:20260504T013001 CREATED:20210729T081410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210808T122853Z UID:10000733-1628334000-1628348400@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Ajahn Brahm 70th Birthday DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, 7 Aug 2021\nTime: 11:00am – 3.00pm (AEST) \nJoin this online event which starts from the Newbury Buddhist Monastery in Victoria and then moves to Jhana Grove in Western Australia where Ajahn Brahm will be celebrating his birthday in person! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donate A Brick or An Item\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download An Ebook\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join The Retreat\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bid An Online Auction\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Write A Birthday Wish\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Share Your Inspiring Story\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join Us Online\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Schedule of Ajahn Brahm 70th Birthday Celebration: \nAll times shown are Melbourne time (AEST)\n\n\n\n11:00am\nWelcome online audience & introduce NBM Monastics followed by chanting\n\n\n11:05am\nBirthday messages from Dhamma School\, Teens Group\, Cityzen\, and BSV President on behalf of Committee and Community\n\n\n11:20am\nCake Cutting at NBM with Ajahn Brahm participating from Bodhinyana\n\n\n11:30am\nIntroduction of the event by MCs (from Jhana Grove\, Perth)\n\n\n11:45am\nAjahn Brahm and the Sangha arrive (Monks/Nuns) Guided by Sri Lankan Drummers\n\n\n12:10pm\nMC will open the ceremony\n\n\n12:20pm\nWelcome from Ajahn Brahm\n\n\n12:25pm\nBirthday Greetings from across the globe – Video\n\n\n12:40pm\nSecret Video Presentation\n\n\n1:20pm\nLive Auction\n\n\n2:00pm\nBirthday Greetings from across the globe – Video\n\n\n2:45pm\nMetta sutta chanting for Ajahn Brahm (Led by Ajahn Hasapanna)\n\n\n3.00 pm\nEnd of Event\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join Ajahn Brahm 70th Birthday Celebration via YoutubeWhen: 7 Aug 2021\, from 11 AM Canberra\, Melbourne\, Sydney\n Click to Join URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/ajahn-brahm-70th-birthday/ LOCATION:VIC CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Special Event,Upcoming END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210531T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210531T210000 DTSTAMP:20260504T013001 CREATED:20210519T112646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210528T091648Z UID:10000691-1622487600-1622494800@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:A Dhamma Talk by Ajahn Brahm “Perception\, My Reflection!” DESCRIPTION:A Dhamma Talk by Ajahn Brahm “Perception\, My Reflection!”\n\nMonday May 31 2021\, 7 pm (AEST) \nDue to the escalating COVID situation in Melbourne\, this dhamma talk will be delivered from Western Australia (BSWA). \nYou can now participate in this event over ZOOM or YouTube \nZOOM Details: Meeting ID: 979 2394 5602 | Passcode: Vesak | Click here to join  URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/2021-mth-event-ajahn-brahm/ LOCATION:VIC CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Special Event,Upcoming,Weekly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Perception-My-Reflection-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210530T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210530T103000 DTSTAMP:20260504T013001 CREATED:20210519T110534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210528T091637Z UID:10000690-1622365200-1622370600@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:BSV Vesak Celebrations with Ajahn Brahm DESCRIPTION:BSV Vesak Celebrations with Ajahn Brahm\nDue to the escalating COVID situation in Melbourne\, this dhamma talk will be delivered from Western Australia (BSWA). URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/2021-vesak-celbraation-nbm/ LOCATION:VIC CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Special Event,Upcoming,Weekly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Vesak-Day-Celebration-with-Ajahn-Brahm.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210529T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210529T210000 DTSTAMP:20260504T013002 CREATED:20210519T114403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210528T070258Z UID:10000693-1622314800-1622322000@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Online Dhamma Talk by Ajahn Brahm “I want to get enlightened!” DESCRIPTION:Online Live-streamed Dhamma Talk by Ajahn Brahm “I want to get enlightened!”\nSaturday May 29 2021\, 7 pm (AEST) \nDue to the escalating COVID situation in Melbourne\, this dhamma talk will be delivered from Western Australia (BSWA). \nYou can now participate in this event over ZOOM or YouTube \nZOOM Details: Meeting ID: 977 6714 3541 | Passcode: Vesak | Click here to join  URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/a-dhamma-talk-by-ajahn-brahm-i-want-to-get-enlightened/ LOCATION:VIC CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Special Event,Upcoming,Weekly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/I-want-to-get-enlightenment-FINAL.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210409T183000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210417T183000 DTSTAMP:20260504T013002 CREATED:20210306T014640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210306T015631Z UID:10000717-1617993000-1618684200@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Silent Sutta Meditation Retreat with Ajahn Brahmali DESCRIPTION:Silent Sutta Meditation Retreat with Ajahn Brahmali\nJoin us for this special non-residential meditation retreat taught by senior Buddhist monastic Ajahn Brahmali \nAjahn Brahmali is a senior monk of Norwegian origin who has lived at Bodhinyana Monastery in Western Australia since 1994. He ordained as a Bhikkhu with Ajahn Brahm as his preceptor in 1996. His clear and thoughtful talks make the teachings of the Buddha accessible to all. \nThis silent retreat consists of teaching from the Suttas and silent walking and sitting meditation practice. The Sutta teachings will be of a practical nature and will relate to meditation practice. This is a non-residential retreat.  Attendance is from 8am – 7.30 pm each day\, except April 17th when the retreat will end at 5 pm.  Please note on 9th April\, the start time at 6.30 pm is to cover the retreat introduction and familiarisation with COVID safe practices at the venue.  The retreat cost includes daily simple vegetarian lunches. \nDue to the current COVID situation which restricts the number of visitors in the Buddhaloka Centre\, this year’s retreat will be offered for 8 days from the 9th to the 17th of April.  Priority will be given to current members of the BSV. \nIf we do not reach capacity for full 8 day participants\, we may be able to accommodate people to attend the first 3 days of the retreat.  Please register your interest to attend for the first 3 days here (http://www.trybooking.com/BPGUG). Current BSV members will be given priority. \nIf you are not a member and have a query\, please email retreats@bsv.net.au \nEight-day retreat: Current BSV Member – $250; Non-member – $300 \nRetreat attendance requires registration and places are limited. BSV members are given priority. It is not possible to attend this retreat on a casual basis. \nRegister for this event: https://www.trybooking.com/BPGUG \nInquiries: retreats@bsv.net.au URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/silent-sutta-meditation-retreat-with-ajahn-brahmali/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Retreats,Special Event,Upcoming,Weekly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/group-meditation.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210102T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20210102T210000 DTSTAMP:20260504T013002 CREATED:20201217T073833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201231T224313Z UID:10000663-1609614000-1609621200@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Special New Year Dhamma Talk | Ajahn Brahm DESCRIPTION:Special New Year Dhamma talk by Ajahn Brahm\nTopic: Seeing through the stories our minds spin!\nVenue: BSV Dhamma Talks Youtube Channel\nTime:    7pm to 9pm (AEDT)\nWe regret to inform you that Ajahn Brahm’s public talk to be held on Saturday 2nd January at the Malvern Town Hall has been cancelled due to the current COVID situation.  \nInstead\, Ajahn Brahm will deliver the talk online from Western Australia at 7 pm (Melbourne time).   \nPlease do not hesitate to contact us at events@bsv.net.au if you have any questions. URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/special-new-year-dhamma-talk-ajahn-brahm/ LOCATION:VIC CATEGORIES:Dhamma Teaching Programs,Special Event,Upcoming,Weekly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/AB-Public-Talk.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20201203T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20201203T200000 DTSTAMP:20260504T013002 CREATED:20201120T215732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201120T220537Z UID:10000644-1607018400-1607025600@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Webinar: “Beyond mindfulness: The Scientific Examination of Buddhist Practice” DESCRIPTION:Dialogue between Dr Nicholas Van Dam (The University of Melbourne) & Ajahn Brahm\nModerator: Lydia BrownDate : Thursday\, 3rd Dec’2020\nTime:  6pm Melbourne time (3pm Perth time)Webinar brief:\nOver the past 30 years\, psychological science has embraced one core aspect of Buddhist practice: mindfulness.  However\, there is less clarity about the context in which mindfulness is best situated to facilitate flourishing. Within the broader Buddhist context\, there are numerous other features and a multitude of contemplative practices\, many of which science has largely neglected. In this conversation between senior Buddhist monk Ajahn Brahm and contemplative studies researcher Dr Nicholas Van Dam\, we will explore what lies beyond mindfulness. We will look at how science can better understand contemplative practices originating from Buddhism and what the broader principles and practices might contribute to a life well-lived. We will also explore how science might inform and enrich contemporary Buddhist practice. \nTo attend\, please register here: http://go.unimelb.edu.au/55ni \nAbout the Speakers:\nAjahn Brahm’s Leadership Roles: The Abbot of Bodhinyana Monastery in Serpentine\, WA; the Spiritual Director of the Buddhist Society of Western Australia; Founding Chair of the Australian Sangha Association; Spiritual Advisor to the Buddhist Society of Victoria; and Spiritual Director of Santi Forest Monastery in New South Wales.\nMore information about Ajahn Brahm is outlined in\nhttps://bswa.org/teachers/ajahn-brahm/ajahn-brahm-bio/ \nDr Nicholas Van Dam\nSenior Lecturer in Clinical Psychology\nDeputy Director | Brain and Mental Health Hub\nMelbourne School of Psychological Sciences\nFaculty of Medicine\, Dentistry\, and Health Sciences\nProposed director for the new centre: The Centre for Contemplative Studies\, The University of Melbourne URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/webinar-beyond-mindfulness-the-scientific-examination-of-buddhist-practice/ LOCATION:VIC CATEGORIES:Special Event,Weekly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Beyond_Mindfulness.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200510T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200510T100000 DTSTAMP:20260504T013002 CREATED:20200424T095810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200517T033738Z UID:10000589-1589101200-1589104800@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Special Online NBM Sangha House & Monks Kutis’ Opening DESCRIPTION: \n \nContribute to NBM Building Projects URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/special-online-nbm-sangha-house-monks-kutis-opening/ LOCATION:VIC CATEGORIES:Special Event,Upcoming,Weekly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Sangha-House-Standalone.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200503T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20200503T100000 DTSTAMP:20260504T013002 CREATED:20200414T093224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200425T010823Z UID:10000588-1588496400-1588500000@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:Special Online 2020 Vesak Day Event DESCRIPTION:  \n \n \n  URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/special-online-vesak-day-event/ LOCATION:VIC CATEGORIES:Special Event,Upcoming,Weekly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/buddha-1915589_1920.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200314T183000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200314T213000 DTSTAMP:20260504T013002 CREATED:20200131T154124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200321T145407Z UID:10000591-1584210600-1584221400@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:NBM Fund Raising Dinner DESCRIPTION:As part of the NBM 4-Fold Assembly Community plan and the need for a NBM Retreat Meditation centre\, we are commencing to raise fund to build the Newbury Meditation Centre in the central zone of the NBM property.\nThis Fund Raising Dinner is taking on the opportunity of Ajahn Brahmali’s visit to BSV Buddhaloka in March 2020 to conduct a meditation retreat. \nAjahn Brahmali and Bhante Mudito will be attending the evening event. \nWhen:          Saturday\, 14th March 2020  at  6:30pm\nWhere:         Seasons Botanic Gardens Hotel\, 348 St Kilda Road\, Melbourne.\nTicket Price: $120 p.p.  or  $1\,200 per table.\n(Comprising of $60 for the event & $60 voluntary tax deductible donation per ticket) \nPlease click this link to book your Ticket online.\n \nPurpose:  Net proceed from the event will go toward the building of the NBM Meditation Centre. The facility will include cottages for lay retreatants\, kitchen\, dana hall\, lobby\, office & meditation hall. URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/nbm-fund-raising-dinner/ LOCATION:Seasons Botanic Gardens Hotel\, 348 St Kilda Road\, Melburne\, VIC\, 3004\, Australia CATEGORIES:Special Event,Upcoming END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200201T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200201T210000 DTSTAMP:20260504T013002 CREATED:20200120T232423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200321T133214Z UID:10000592-1580580000-1580590800@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:2020 Bush Fire Fundraiser - Teens Group DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/bush-fire-fundraiser-2020/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Special Event,Upcoming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/forest-fire-2268729_1280.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200127T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200127T140000 DTSTAMP:20260504T013002 CREATED:20200119T022518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200331T103013Z UID:10000607-1580115600-1580133600@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:2020 First session - Teens Group DESCRIPTION:What to wear and bring along:\nBring appropriate items such as sunscreen\, hat and wear long sleeved clothing and sturdy shoes for walking. \nLunch:\nIt will be a communal lunch\, so please bring a plate of food to share with the monastics and the lay community. \nRegistration:\nPlease use this link:
 to register for 2020 program\, as the Teens Group is exclusively for students in Grade 7 and above (13-19 years of age).  Information regarding the Teens Group activities will only be sent to registered participants. \nAssistance on the day:\nThe Organisers need some help from teenagers in the kitchen during and after the session. \nPlease keep the date free. More information will be sent accordingly. \nNext Teens Group Session:\nSaturday\,  8th of February 2020 at the Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East. \nAny queries\, please email: BSV Teens Group \nShrinika\nOn behalf of Teens Group Organising Committee. URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/first-teens-group-session-for-2020/ LOCATION:Newbury Buddhist Monestery\, 107 Beaches Road\, Newbury\, VIC\, 3458\, Australia CATEGORIES:Special Event,Upcoming ORGANIZER;CN="BSV Teens Group":MAILTO:teens.group@bsv.net.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191231T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200101T003000 DTSTAMP:20260504T013002 CREATED:20191111T224151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200321T133237Z UID:10000603-1577820600-1577838600@www.bsv.net.au SUMMARY:BSV New Year's Eve Celebration DESCRIPTION:This is a celebration for the whole family and for anyone who wishes to celebrate and welcome the New Year in a wholesome Buddhist way.  BSV monastics will be leading the program. NBM monastics and the BSV CITIZEN (BSV young adult group) will also be joining the program. \nProgram details are as follows:\nProgramme:\n07:30 pm     A special chant for New Year\n07:45 pm     Who said……..?\nTrivia Games\n08:20 pm     The 2018 Final Party!\n09:00 pm     “Re-mind! Persistence & Practice”\nTalk by Ajahn Susara\n09:45 pm      Quiet reflection\n10:00 pm      Make your treasure box\n10:30 pm      Circumambulation\n11:00 pm      Meditation for adults\nActivities for kids – chocolate toss & meditation\n11:50 pm      Count Down!!\n12:15 am      Sharing merit \nAs in the last few years\, this celebration is for the whole family and anyone who would like to celebrate and welcome the New Year in a wholesome Buddhist way.\nPlease kindly bring a plate of finger food for Supper to share with the community. \nThe BSV Buddhaloka Centre will be open from 9am to 5pm on New Year’s Day\, 1st January 2020 for devotees for quiet reflection and meditation. URL:https://www.bsv.net.au/events/2019-new-year-eve-celebration/ LOCATION:Buddhaloka Centre\, 71 Darling Road\, Malvern East\, VIC\, 3145\, Australia CATEGORIES:Special Event,Upcoming ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bsv.net.au/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/BSV-nye-2020-scaled.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR