BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ligmincha - ECPv6.16.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Ligmincha X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ligmincha.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ligmincha REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T124500 DTSTAMP:20260707T140826 CREATED:20260516T215749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260517T193449Z UID:10000707-1780660800-1780663500@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:FREE EVENT—Opening to Your True Nature\, Part 1 DESCRIPTION:Rooted in the essence of dzogchen\, the Prayer of Secret Refuge guides us to connect deeply with our greatest source of protection: spacious awareness inseparable from our deepest nature. Join senior meditation teacher Marcy Vaughn for a three-part series of live online broadcasts exploring this simple yet profound prayer\, recently introduced by Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche to his students. Across the series\, Marcy will offer clear instruction and guided meditation to help participants connect directly with the vast sky of being\, the clear light of awareness\, and their union. Each session builds gently and experientially: beginning with recognizing inner openness and awareness\, deepening into the release of limiting identities and the natural arising of compassion\, and culminating in integrating the full prayer as a path from inner refuge to compassionate action in the world. \nFridays\, June 5\, 12\, and 19\, 2026 | 12–12:45 p.m. (New York time)\nJune 5: Part 1 — the vast sky\, clear light\, and their union\nJune 12: Part 2 — opening beyond the pain identity\nJune 19: Part 3 — from openness to compassionate action \nPrayer of Secret Refuge\nI take refuge in the vast sky of being.\nI take refuge in awareness\, clear light.\nI take refuge in the union of being and awareness.\nFrom this union\, may compassion spontaneously arise.\nMay all obstacles be cleared in service to others\,\nAnd in service to others\, may I come home. \n\n Learn More & View \n \n  \nAbout Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche \n  URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/free-event-opening-to-your-true-nature-part-1/ LOCATION:CyberSangha CATEGORIES:Free,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/secretrefugeprayer1small-cropped.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T125000 DTSTAMP:20260707T140826 CREATED:20260516T221230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260517T193251Z UID:10000710-1781006400-1781009400@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:FREE EVENT—Mindful Diplomacy: Inner Resources for Global Challenges DESCRIPTION:with Jon Kabat-Zinn\, Ph.D.\, Rhonda Magee\, Ph.D.\, Mara Arizaga\, and host Alejandro Chaoul\nJoin us for a Science & Spirituality Dialogue featuring Jon Kabat-Zinn\, Ph.D.\, professor & founder of the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) movement; Rhonda Magee\, Ph.D.\, professor & founder of the Center for Contemplative Law & Ethics; and Mara Arizaga\, from the Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR). Hosted by Alejandro Chaoul\, this conversation explores how mindfulness and contemplative practice can support the people working for human rights\, diplomacy\, and social transformation. We’ll consider how dignity\, care\, and connection can become a lived reality in everyday life. \n  \n\n Learn More & View\n \n  URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/free-event-mindful-diplomacy-inner-resources-for-global-challenges/ LOCATION:CyberSangha CATEGORIES:Free,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/mindfuldiplomacy6small-cropped.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T133000 DTSTAMP:20260707T140826 CREATED:20260516T223411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260517T192649Z UID:10000711-1781182800-1781184600@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:FREE EVENT—Resting in Being: A Guided Meditation\, Part 8 DESCRIPTION:Join us for Part 8 of a series of short guided meditations led by Aleezé Sattar Moss. Aleezé guides us in mindfulness practices in support of the inner refuge meditations we engage in each month during the 24-Hour Full Moon Practice. \nThe inner refuge is entered through a practice of deeply abiding in the stillness\, silence\, and spaciousness of being. It is an opportunity to connect with fullness and completeness in the present moment\, and to discover a deep sense of protection amid life’s challenges. We warmly invite you to join this session as we cultivate centering\, calm\, and presence together amid the busyness of daily life. \n\n Learn More & View \n \n  URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/free-event-resting-in-being-a-guided-meditation-part-8/ LOCATION:CyberSangha CATEGORIES:Free,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/restinginbeingsmall-cropped.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T130000 DTSTAMP:20260707T140826 CREATED:20260520T011746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T205916Z UID:10000712-1781265600-1781269200@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:FREE EVENT—Anniversary of Parinirvana of Yongdzin Tenzin Namdak DESCRIPTION:🙏One Year Anniversary of the Parinirvana of H.E. Yongdzin Tenzin Namdak Rinpoche\nOn June 12 at 12 noon NY time\, we mark one year since the parinirvana of His Eminence Yongdzin Tenzin Namdak Rinpoche\, the most senior teacher of the Bön tradition and beloved root teacher of Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche. \nOn this sacred day\, Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche will share personal stories of his teacher — a master whose boundless wisdom and compassion continue to guide us all. \nWe warmly invite the entire sangha to participate: \nIn the days leading up to June 12\, we encourage you to write and be ready to share — heartfelt prayers of devotion\, poetry\, memories\, or stories that honor his precious life and teachings. Please feel free to post them here. \nTogether\, we will: \n\n✨  Recite the Prayer to H.E. Yongdzin Rinpoche\n🎤  Listen to the recording of Yongdzin Rinpoche himself reciting the Invocation of Tapihritsa\n🧘  Meditate together on this profound and sacred text\n\nMay our prayers\, devotion\, and practice carry his blessings to all beings\, and may his wisdom remain with us always. \n\n Learn More & Register\n \n  URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/free-event-anniversary-of-parinirvana-of-yongdzin-tenzin-namdak/ LOCATION:Online on Zoom CATEGORIES:Free,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Celebrating-100-Years-of-Wisdom-scaled-1-e1779239758176.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T190000 DTSTAMP:20260707T140826 CREATED:20260613T203152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260613T203207Z UID:10000715-1781863200-1781982000@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:Service and Practice Retreat DESCRIPTION:Summer is arriving in full beauty at Serenity Ridge\, and we are delighted to invite you\, your family\, and your friends to join us for a special weekend of community\, practice\, joyful service\, and connection. \nJune 19–20\, 2026 marks our annual Summer Service & Practice Retreat\, culminating in our Open House and Potluck with Lama Kalsang on Saturday. Whether you are able to join us for the entire weekend or just a few hours\, we would love to welcome you. \nThis weekend offers an opportunity to deepen your connection with the Serenity Ridge community\, enjoy the peaceful beauty of the land\, participate in meaningful service projects\, and practice together. Lama Kalsang will offer a Dharma Talk and Guided Meditation as part of Saturday’s Open House festivities. \nThose participating in the Service Retreat may earn retreat credit through service while helping prepare Serenity Ridge for the summer retreat season. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn More & Register URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/service-and-practice-retreat/ LOCATION:Serenity Ridge Retreat Center\, Shipman\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/serenity_ridge_2.jpg GEO:37.759956;-78.810459 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T120000 DTSTAMP:20260707T140826 CREATED:20260613T203623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260613T203813Z UID:10000716-1781947800-1781956800@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:2026 Serenity Ridge Open House & Potluck DESCRIPTION:Share the joy\, warmth\, and community\nCome to Serenity Ridge Retreat Center on Saturday\, June 20th. Walk on our nature trails\, learn about Buddhism directly from a lama in the Tibetan Bön tradition\, practice meditation and spend time with a great community of people. \nLama Kalsang Nyima\, a respected artist and Buddhist teacher\, will be at Serenity Ridge through summer retreat. \nThis is a great opportunity to learn more about him\, the teachings and services he can offer during his residency and have a great time seeing old friends and meeting new ones! \nEveryone is welcome to this free event!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn More & Register URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/2026-serenity-ridge-open-house-potluck/ LOCATION:Serenity Ridge Retreat Center\, Shipman\, VA\, United States CATEGORIES:Free,In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/serenity_ridge_2.jpg GEO:37.759956;-78.810459 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T200000 DTSTAMP:20260707T140826 CREATED:20260617T180430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T180441Z UID:10000717-1782325800-1782331200@ligmincha.org SUMMARY:Monthly Community Meditation Gathering DESCRIPTION: URL:https://ligmincha.org/event/monthly-community-meditation-gathering/ CATEGORIES:Free,In-Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ligmincha.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Lama-Kalsang-Nyima.jpeg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR