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The Palmo Center for Peace and Education, a non-profit organization, provides a welcoming environment where people of all faiths, cultures, political affiliations, and social orientations can thrive
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Recent News
5/11/21 See the News page for a personal message from our precious teacher Jigme Rinpoche, who is currently in Kathmandu, Nepal. Rinpoche is recommending a Sojong Practice for this Month of Saga Dawa. Saga Dawa is the holy month when we celebrate the birth, enlightenment and death (parinirvana) of the historic Sakyamuni Buddha.
3/24/21 Rinpoche arrived in Nepal. Beginning March 28, 2021, the Sunday talk will begin at 8 AM PDT instead of the usual 10 AM.
9/5/20 Compassion in Action — Volunteer or Donate
"We can never make peace in the outer world until we make peace within ourselves. This center will be a non-sectarian educational institution, dedicated to the promotion of universal values. I look forward to the fruition of this noble goal."
- The Dalai Lama
For information and/or registration for teachings, classes, retreats, symposia, public talks, and other events, click on EVENTS button.
ONGOING EVENTS
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***Please note that the starting time is now 8 AM PDT. This starting time will remain in effect until Rinpoche returns from Nepal in late May.***
PUBLIC ZOOM EVENT — ALL ARE WELCOME
Ongoing series of talks on Nagarjuna's Letter to a Friend
A Buddhist Philosophy Course with Tulku Jigme Rinpoche Sundays — 8 AM to 10 AM PDT Email info@palmocenter.org for the Zoom link As this is a series, it is encouraged that you make a commitment to attend each Sunday. However, you may enter this series at any point.
Suggested offering $15
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Upcoming Events
No one is refused due to inability to pay. For scholarships, use the promo codes listed on the registration page.
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ZOOM EVENT
Annual Ngondro Retreat
Group practice retreat led by Tulku Jigme Rinpoche June 26 and June 27, 2021
6 AM to 11 AM PDT — with a break for breakfast $150 * Please note: These retreat hours have been set to accommodate a variety of time zones across the US, Europe and Nepal, from where Tulku Jigme Rinpoche will be offering these precious teachings via Zoom.
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ZOOM EVENT
Annual Shamatha Retreat Led by Tulku Jigme Rinpoche. July 24 and 25, 2021
6AM to 11 AM with a break for breakfast $150 Shamatha meditation—mindfulness or concentration—is the foundation of Buddhist practice. The purpose of shamatha meditation is to stabilize the mind.
* Please note: These retreat hours have been set to accommodate a variety of time zones across the US, Europe and Nepal, from where Tulku Jigme Rinpoche will be offering these precious teachings via Zoom.
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ZOOM EVENT
Annual Vipassana Retreat Guided and instructed by Tulku Jigme Rinpoche August 28 and 29, 2021
6 AM to 11 AM PDT with a break for breakfast * Please note: These retreat hours have been set to accommodate a variety of time zones across the US, Europe and Nepal, from where Tulku Jigme Rinpoche will be offering these precious teachings via Zoom.
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Introduction to Buddhism
TBD in 2021 This four week course will be taught by Tulku Jigme Rinpoche. All are welcome. Class will meet every Thursday evening for 4 weeks from 6-8pm. Materials will be provided. Class will be recorded and a link will be emailed to all those who are registered.
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Public Talk @ Tsunami Books
Led by Tulku Jigme Rinpoche TBD in 2021 Tsunami Books, 2585 Willamette St, Eugene, OR 97405, USA An inspiring evening that will have a lasting impact. Space is limited, come early!
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Educating the Heart and Mind Symposium:
World Peace & Harmony through Interfaith Dialog Date TBD in 2021 A public panel discussion with Tulku Jigme Rinpoche and leaders from the major world religions focused on finding common ground.
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Public Talk @ Tsunami
Led by Tulku Jigme Rinpoche Date TBD in 2021 Tsunami Books, 2585 Willamette St, Eugene, OR 97405, USA A rare chance to learn ancient Wisdom teachings from and unbroken lineage. These public talks are popular and fill up fast, come early to save your seat.
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Educating the Heart and Mind Symposium:
The Science of Compassion Date TBD in 2021 A public panel discussion with Tulku Jigme Rinpoche, world renowned neuroscientists, scientists, medical doctors, and community leaders.
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ZOOM EVENT — Event completed
White Tara
October 3 and 4, 2020
10AM - 5 PM Led by Tulku Jigme Rinpoche
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ZOOM EVENT — Event Completed
Annual Sleeping & Dreaming Yoga Retreat
October 17. 2020
10AM - 5PM Led by Tulku Jigme Rinpoche
$75
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ZOOM EVENT— Event Completed
There will be a continuation of this series. Dates to be announced.
The Four Schools of Tibetan Buddhism
A four week series with Tulku Jigme Rinpoche If you join the series after the first class, you will receive recordings of any missed classes.
Thursdays, February 18, February 25, March 4, and March 11, 2021
6 PM - 8 PM $100
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ZOOM RETREAT — Event completed
Death, Dying, & Beyond
Memorial Day Weekend Retreat with Tulku Jigme Rinpoche Friday May 28— 7 to 8 PM PDT
Saturday, Sunday, Monday May 29, 30, 31 — 6 AM to 12 PM PDT * Please note: These retreat hours have been set to accommodate a variety of time zones across the US, Europe and Nepal, from where Tulku Jigme Rinpoche will be offering these precious teachings via Zoom.
$350
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