BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Buddhist Coalition for Democracy - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Buddhist Coalition for Democracy 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:20260303T191500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T203000 DTSTAMP:20260405T142756 CREATED:20260204T185345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T185350Z UID:10001758-1772565300-1772569800@www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org SUMMARY:BCD Engaged Buddhist Book Club DESCRIPTION:This weekly book club is hosted by Kat Symington Muendell.  Each week\, members will discuss a book or article related to engaged Buddhism. \nEmail Kat at bcdbookclub@gmail.com for the weekly reading assignment and Zoom link and to get on the Book Club mailing list. \n  URL:https://www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org/event/bcd-engaged-buddhist-book-club-2-2/2026-03-03/ LOCATION:Zoom Event CATEGORIES:BCD Meeting,Virtual Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T130000 DTSTAMP:20260405T142756 CREATED:20251231T183737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T192334Z UID:10000883-1772625600-1772629200@www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org SUMMARY:BCD Weekly Meditation Group DESCRIPTION:​​This is a weekly meditation group facilitated by Linda Modaro. It is a welcoming drop-in group—join when you can. \n\nMeeting ID: 818 7605 9491\nPasscode: 100\nZoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81876059491?pwd=TUpXZ0V3bHYya1c0cjRia2JBS3J3UT09\n\nWhat to Expect\nEach session begins with an invitation to bring your thoughts\, feelings\, and experiences with activism into your meditation; holding them in the conditions of Kindness and Curiosity. This is a silent\, self-guided meditation practice. You may discern if this feels right for you in the moment; if not\, you are welcome to do the practice of your choice.\n● During meditation\, cameras are generally off so you can focus on your practice. If keeping your camera on helps you feel more connected\, you are welcome to do so. \n● After meditation\, we encourage you to write down and reflect on your experience. \n● A few participants will have the opportunity for a short conversation with Linda Modaro about their meditation while others listen and observe. \n● Each session closes with a group discussion on topics that naturally emerged from meditation and reflection. \nSession Flow\n● 9:00–9:05 am PT – Invitation: for meditation and activism \n● 9:05–9:25 am PT – Meditation: 20 minute silent meditation (cameras on or off) \n● 9:25–9:35 am PT – Reflection: remembering and recollecting your experience \n● 9:35–9:45 am PT – Sharing: short conversations about meditation experience between a meditator and Linda Modaro while others listen \n● 9:45-10:00 am PT – Group discussion: on themes arising from practice and reflection \nAbout the Facilitator\nLinda Modaro is the founder and lead teacher at Sati Sangha\, a vibrant online meditation community offering daily Reflective Meditation sessions and online retreats throughout the year. She is co-author (with Nelly Kaufer of Pine Street Sangha) of Reflective Meditation: Cultivating Kindness and Curiosity in the Buddha’s Company. \n  URL:https://www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org/event/bcd-weekly-meditation-group-2/2026-03-04/ LOCATION:Zoom Event CATEGORIES:BCD Meeting,Meditation Group ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/images.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T142756 CREATED:20260110T205800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T170219Z UID:10002014-1772737200-1772740800@www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org SUMMARY:BCD Women in Solidarity Group DESCRIPTION:This is a group for women to express and discuss their own lived experience within the safety of a women’s-only space. The group’s focus is on matters relevant to engaged Buddhism. Topics may include patriarchy within Buddhist groups\, activist groups\, and society at large. Depending on the interests of the members\, the group may discuss writings by Buddhist women and/or invite outside speakers. The group is facilitated by Kanchi Mary Richards and meets the first Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. \nClick here to be on the BCD Women in Solidarity mailing list and stay informed about upcoming groups: bcdwomeninsolidarity@gmail.com. \nTo join the meeting\, click here: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87096192102?pwd=dTWeiqODdZYdtnORhKGGlLZPT6o83M.1 \n  URL:https://www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org/event/bcd-women-in-solidarity-group/2026-03-05/ LOCATION:Zoom Event CATEGORIES:BCD Meeting,Engaged Buddhism,Virtual Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T191500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T203000 DTSTAMP:20260405T142756 CREATED:20260204T185345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T185350Z UID:10001759-1773170100-1773174600@www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org SUMMARY:BCD Engaged Buddhist Book Club DESCRIPTION:This weekly book club is hosted by Kat Symington Muendell.  Each week\, members will discuss a book or article related to engaged Buddhism. \nEmail Kat at bcdbookclub@gmail.com for the weekly reading assignment and Zoom link and to get on the Book Club mailing list. \n  URL:https://www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org/event/bcd-engaged-buddhist-book-club-2-2/2026-03-10/ LOCATION:Zoom Event CATEGORIES:BCD Meeting,Virtual Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T130000 DTSTAMP:20260405T142756 CREATED:20251231T183737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T192334Z UID:10000884-1773230400-1773234000@www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org SUMMARY:BCD Weekly Meditation Group DESCRIPTION:​​This is a weekly meditation group facilitated by Linda Modaro. It is a welcoming drop-in group—join when you can. \n\nMeeting ID: 818 7605 9491\nPasscode: 100\nZoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81876059491?pwd=TUpXZ0V3bHYya1c0cjRia2JBS3J3UT09\n\nWhat to Expect\nEach session begins with an invitation to bring your thoughts\, feelings\, and experiences with activism into your meditation; holding them in the conditions of Kindness and Curiosity. This is a silent\, self-guided meditation practice. You may discern if this feels right for you in the moment; if not\, you are welcome to do the practice of your choice.\n● During meditation\, cameras are generally off so you can focus on your practice. If keeping your camera on helps you feel more connected\, you are welcome to do so. \n● After meditation\, we encourage you to write down and reflect on your experience. \n● A few participants will have the opportunity for a short conversation with Linda Modaro about their meditation while others listen and observe. \n● Each session closes with a group discussion on topics that naturally emerged from meditation and reflection. \nSession Flow\n● 9:00–9:05 am PT – Invitation: for meditation and activism \n● 9:05–9:25 am PT – Meditation: 20 minute silent meditation (cameras on or off) \n● 9:25–9:35 am PT – Reflection: remembering and recollecting your experience \n● 9:35–9:45 am PT – Sharing: short conversations about meditation experience between a meditator and Linda Modaro while others listen \n● 9:45-10:00 am PT – Group discussion: on themes arising from practice and reflection \nAbout the Facilitator\nLinda Modaro is the founder and lead teacher at Sati Sangha\, a vibrant online meditation community offering daily Reflective Meditation sessions and online retreats throughout the year. She is co-author (with Nelly Kaufer of Pine Street Sangha) of Reflective Meditation: Cultivating Kindness and Curiosity in the Buddha’s Company. \n  URL:https://www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org/event/bcd-weekly-meditation-group-2/2026-03-11/ LOCATION:Zoom Event CATEGORIES:BCD Meeting,Meditation Group ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/images.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T200000 DTSTAMP:20260405T142756 CREATED:20250821T192523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T163931Z UID:10000287-1773255600-1773259200@www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org SUMMARY:BCD Communications Committee DESCRIPTION:This is a members-only meeting for Communications Commitee members to dicuss communications strategy regarding the BCD website\, press releases\, social media\, telecasts and podcasts\, Substack publications\, and newsletter. \nIf you are interested in joining the committee\, please contact Amaury Cruz at . URL:https://www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org/event/bcd-communications-committee/2026-03-11/ LOCATION:Zoom Event CATEGORIES:BCD Meeting ORGANIZER;CN="Amaury Cruz":MAILTO:amaurycruz@yahoo.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T191500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T203000 DTSTAMP:20260405T142756 CREATED:20260204T185345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T185350Z UID:10001760-1773774900-1773779400@www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org SUMMARY:BCD Engaged Buddhist Book Club DESCRIPTION:This weekly book club is hosted by Kat Symington Muendell.  Each week\, members will discuss a book or article related to engaged Buddhism. \nEmail Kat at bcdbookclub@gmail.com for the weekly reading assignment and Zoom link and to get on the Book Club mailing list. \n  URL:https://www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org/event/bcd-engaged-buddhist-book-club-2-2/2026-03-17/ LOCATION:Zoom Event CATEGORIES:BCD Meeting,Virtual Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T130000 DTSTAMP:20260405T142756 CREATED:20251231T183737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T192334Z UID:10000885-1773835200-1773838800@www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org SUMMARY:BCD Weekly Meditation Group DESCRIPTION:​​This is a weekly meditation group facilitated by Linda Modaro. It is a welcoming drop-in group—join when you can. \n\nMeeting ID: 818 7605 9491\nPasscode: 100\nZoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81876059491?pwd=TUpXZ0V3bHYya1c0cjRia2JBS3J3UT09\n\nWhat to Expect\nEach session begins with an invitation to bring your thoughts\, feelings\, and experiences with activism into your meditation; holding them in the conditions of Kindness and Curiosity. This is a silent\, self-guided meditation practice. You may discern if this feels right for you in the moment; if not\, you are welcome to do the practice of your choice.\n● During meditation\, cameras are generally off so you can focus on your practice. If keeping your camera on helps you feel more connected\, you are welcome to do so. \n● After meditation\, we encourage you to write down and reflect on your experience. \n● A few participants will have the opportunity for a short conversation with Linda Modaro about their meditation while others listen and observe. \n● Each session closes with a group discussion on topics that naturally emerged from meditation and reflection. \nSession Flow\n● 9:00–9:05 am PT – Invitation: for meditation and activism \n● 9:05–9:25 am PT – Meditation: 20 minute silent meditation (cameras on or off) \n● 9:25–9:35 am PT – Reflection: remembering and recollecting your experience \n● 9:35–9:45 am PT – Sharing: short conversations about meditation experience between a meditator and Linda Modaro while others listen \n● 9:45-10:00 am PT – Group discussion: on themes arising from practice and reflection \nAbout the Facilitator\nLinda Modaro is the founder and lead teacher at Sati Sangha\, a vibrant online meditation community offering daily Reflective Meditation sessions and online retreats throughout the year. She is co-author (with Nelly Kaufer of Pine Street Sangha) of Reflective Meditation: Cultivating Kindness and Curiosity in the Buddha’s Company. \n  URL:https://www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org/event/bcd-weekly-meditation-group-2/2026-03-18/ LOCATION:Zoom Event CATEGORIES:BCD Meeting,Meditation Group ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/images.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T203000 DTSTAMP:20260405T142756 CREATED:20251114T184814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T224904Z UID:10001423-1773860400-1773865800@www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org SUMMARY:Ten Percent More Engaged (Monthly BCD Group) DESCRIPTION:BCD offers a monthly gathering for those who want to engage in mindful reflection and find practical ways to be more involved in making change happen. \nOur gatherings take place on the third Wednesday of each month from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. EST. \nWe start with a meditation\, after which we briefly share what came up for us. The bulk of the meeting is devoted to exploring ways in which we can be more involved and effective in reaching out and making change happen… in a way that is realistic and productive. \nA concrete example of the types of discussion we have is: How we can use social media more effectively individually and as a group. \nWe conduct our gatherings in a respectful\, supportive space that embodies our aspiration for mindfulness and democracy in action. \nThe gatherings are facilitated by Serge Prengel. \n\n\n\nTo register and receive monthly reminders of meetings\, click here: https://tinyurl.com/bcdengaged URL:https://www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org/event/mindful-conversations-interconnection-and-inner-connection/2026-03-18/ LOCATION:Zoom Event CATEGORIES:BCD Meeting,Engaged Buddhism,Virtual Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Unknown-1.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T213000 DTSTAMP:20260405T142756 CREATED:20260308T200801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T201212Z UID:10002086-1773950400-1773955800@www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org SUMMARY:BCD General Membership Meeting DESCRIPTION:This first 2026 on-line general membership meeting marks the one year anniversary of the founding of BCD. BCD will present information on BCD’s growth and development\, current programming and activities\, and future directions.  There will be ample time for members to comment\, make suggestions\, and raise issues. Members are encouraged to read the 2025 Annual Report before the meeting \nTo join the meeting\, click on  https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85646166538?pwd=iLc5CheMqtQNwKh3BBJFecQNOgUlb3.1 \nOr use Meeting ID: 856 4616 6538 and Passcode: 468468 \n  \n  \n  URL:https://www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org/event/bcd-general-membership-meeting/ LOCATION:Zoom Event CATEGORIES:BCD Meeting,Virtual Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T191500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T203000 DTSTAMP:20260405T142756 CREATED:20260204T185345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T185350Z UID:10001761-1774379700-1774384200@www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org SUMMARY:BCD Engaged Buddhist Book Club DESCRIPTION:This weekly book club is hosted by Kat Symington Muendell.  Each week\, members will discuss a book or article related to engaged Buddhism. \nEmail Kat at bcdbookclub@gmail.com for the weekly reading assignment and Zoom link and to get on the Book Club mailing list. \n  URL:https://www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org/event/bcd-engaged-buddhist-book-club-2-2/2026-03-24/ LOCATION:Zoom Event CATEGORIES:BCD Meeting,Virtual Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T130000 DTSTAMP:20260405T142756 CREATED:20251231T183737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T192334Z UID:10000886-1774440000-1774443600@www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org SUMMARY:BCD Weekly Meditation Group DESCRIPTION:​​This is a weekly meditation group facilitated by Linda Modaro. It is a welcoming drop-in group—join when you can. \n\nMeeting ID: 818 7605 9491\nPasscode: 100\nZoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81876059491?pwd=TUpXZ0V3bHYya1c0cjRia2JBS3J3UT09\n\nWhat to Expect\nEach session begins with an invitation to bring your thoughts\, feelings\, and experiences with activism into your meditation; holding them in the conditions of Kindness and Curiosity. This is a silent\, self-guided meditation practice. You may discern if this feels right for you in the moment; if not\, you are welcome to do the practice of your choice.\n● During meditation\, cameras are generally off so you can focus on your practice. If keeping your camera on helps you feel more connected\, you are welcome to do so. \n● After meditation\, we encourage you to write down and reflect on your experience. \n● A few participants will have the opportunity for a short conversation with Linda Modaro about their meditation while others listen and observe. \n● Each session closes with a group discussion on topics that naturally emerged from meditation and reflection. \nSession Flow\n● 9:00–9:05 am PT – Invitation: for meditation and activism \n● 9:05–9:25 am PT – Meditation: 20 minute silent meditation (cameras on or off) \n● 9:25–9:35 am PT – Reflection: remembering and recollecting your experience \n● 9:35–9:45 am PT – Sharing: short conversations about meditation experience between a meditator and Linda Modaro while others listen \n● 9:45-10:00 am PT – Group discussion: on themes arising from practice and reflection \nAbout the Facilitator\nLinda Modaro is the founder and lead teacher at Sati Sangha\, a vibrant online meditation community offering daily Reflective Meditation sessions and online retreats throughout the year. She is co-author (with Nelly Kaufer of Pine Street Sangha) of Reflective Meditation: Cultivating Kindness and Curiosity in the Buddha’s Company. \n  URL:https://www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org/event/bcd-weekly-meditation-group-2/2026-03-25/ LOCATION:Zoom Event CATEGORIES:BCD Meeting,Meditation Group ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/images.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T191500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T203000 DTSTAMP:20260405T142756 CREATED:20260204T185345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T185350Z UID:10001762-1774984500-1774989000@www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org SUMMARY:BCD Engaged Buddhist Book Club DESCRIPTION:This weekly book club is hosted by Kat Symington Muendell.  Each week\, members will discuss a book or article related to engaged Buddhism. \nEmail Kat at bcdbookclub@gmail.com for the weekly reading assignment and Zoom link and to get on the Book Club mailing list. \n  URL:https://www.buddhistcoalitionfordemocracy.org/event/bcd-engaged-buddhist-book-club-2-2/2026-03-31/ LOCATION:Zoom Event CATEGORIES:BCD Meeting,Virtual Event END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR