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Classes are designed to provide practical advice for responding to life’s challenges. All classes available online by teachers from Maine and KMC Boston.

The Maine branch of Kadampa Meditation Center Boston offers a relaxed, welcoming setting in which to explore ways to develop wisdom and cultivate peaceful states of mind. Located in Portland, the largest city in Maine, the Maine branch of Kadampa Meditation Center Boston offers a relaxed, welcoming setting in which to explore ways to develop wisdom and cultivate peaceful states of mind. We also offer in-person classes at Portland New Church, 302 Steven's Ave, Portland, ME 04103

02/11/2026

Dear ones! We are canceling the 9:30am class this morning (Weds Jan 11) due to snow and slushy conditions on the roads. Be warm, be safe, and enjoy bringing mindfulness into your day today.

01/20/2026

Good morning, meditating friends! There will be no 6 PM meditation class this evening at the Portland New Church. We apologize for any inconvenience, and look forward to seeing you next Wednesday at 9:30 AM with Clare!

01/17/2026

A dharma nugget for this snowy January Saturday. Come join us next Saturday for the Day of Loving Kindness retreat, and hear more wisdom from Gen Khedrub. 🙏🏻

01/14/2026

New Class Announcement!
We’re offering a new Wednesday morning meditation class in Portland at Portland New Church.
• Every other Wednesday
• 9:30–10:30 AM
• Taught by Clare
Our classes are grounded, practical, and welcoming to all levels.
Visit www.meditationinmaine.org to learn more or to pre-register! Next class is Wednesday, January 28!

01/08/2026

Happy Tara Day!
Tara is the female Buddha of active compassion who, as the manifestation of the ultimate wisdom of all the Buddhas, is known as the "Mother of the Conquerors." She is also known as the "Great Liberator" who pacifies all sickness, poverty, misfortune, fighting, and quarreling, and causes the Dharma and all good fortune to flourish. Her green-colored body symbolizes that she is also the manifestation of the fully purified wind element of all the Buddhas, and like the wind is quick to respond to the prayers of those in need. Her right leg extended also indicates her readiness to help others. This painting shows Tara seated on a lotus arising from a lake. It is said that when Buddha Avalokiteshvara, the Buddha of Compassion, saw the immensity of suffering in the world he started crying, and Tara was born from a lotus that arose from his lake of tears.

01/06/2026

Welcome back, friends! We’re starting the new year together with meditation class tonight, from 6–7 pm at the Portland New Church. Come as you are—whether it’s your first time or you’re returning after the holiday break. Let’s settle the mind, open the heart, and begin the year with intention. See you there.

12/11/2025

Friends, we invite you to join us tonight for The Yoga of Buddha Heruka. Held at the Portland New Church from 5:30-6:30pm, it is free and open to all. This is a special practice of Heruka body mandala and Vajrayogini in conjunction with the Guru yoga of Guru Sumati Buddha Heruka, which includes the condensed six-session yoga, an essential practice for those who have received Highest Yoga Ta**ra empowerments. (Yoga here refers to meditative practices). Everyone is welcome!

12/02/2025

Calling all Maine meditators! Our bi-weekly meditation class is canceled this evening, due to the snow storm. How about grabbing a cuppa and listening to some Kadampa podcasts instead? Here's a link to Gen-La Dekyong's talk on Transforming Difficulties into Spiritual Fuel. Stay safe and cozy! 🍵❄⛄
https://kadampa.org/podcast/transform-difficulties-into-spiritual-fuel

10/22/2025

We invite you to join us tomorrow evening from 5:30-6:30pm for Wishfulfilling Jewel puja, one of several free chanted prayer and meditation sessions we offer. We chant in English, make special food offerings (called Tsog) to our visualized Dharma Protector and other holy beings, and dedicate our merit toward the success of our practice, the flourishing of Kadam Dharma, and the benefit of others.. Everyone is welcome!
https://www.meditationinboston.org/maine-pujas

10/08/2025

Happy Tara Day everyone!
Every month, on the 8th, we celebrate our Holy Mother: Arya Tara. https://kadampa.org/buddhism/tara-puja
💚💚💚

09/08/2025

Meditation is back!
Join us tomorrow evening in Portland as we return to our every-other-week rhythm of gathering for meditation. Fall is a time of reset for many, and what could be better than taking some time to watch and get to know our minds? And if you can't join us tomorrow, you are welcome to join us Thursday evening from 5:30-6:30 for Tara puja (free chanted prayers). Both events are open to all!

Portland New Church, 302 Stevens Ave.
Every other week, starting tomorrow, from 6pm-7pm
For more information, please visit https://www.meditationinboston.org/maine-events

09/01/2025

Friends, just a reminder that our bi-weekly Tuesday night class starts up *next* Tuesday, September 9, at 6pm. We can't wait to see you!

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Located in Portland, the largest city in Maine, the Portland branch of KMC Boston offers a relaxed, welcoming setting in which to explore ways to develop wisdom and cultivate peaceful states of mind. Classes are designed to provide practical advice for responding to life’s challenges. The classes take place at the Forest Avenue Plaza 449 Forest Ave. This space has a beautiful meditation room, which we are using. Weekly classes are taught by Clare Morin, a senior Kadampa meditator who is highly skilled at presenting Buddhist teachings in a down to earth, practical and inspiring way. The Resident Teacher of Serlingpa Meditation Center is Kyle Davis, a Kadampa Buddhist teacher who regularly visits Portland to hold special day courses & workshops. Kyle is well known for his practicality, warmth, and clarity. He has been practicing Buddhism and meditation for many years.