Everyone is welcome to join these weekly classes on meditation and modern Buddhism.

These classes include both meditations and teachings based on Buddha’s wisdom that can help us to stay peaceful, even in the most challenging times. Current series topic:

Learning to Let Go:  Getting Rid of Negativity in Your Life - Letting Go of Painful Experiences

We can learn to stop holding on so tightly to everything -- ourselves, others, our experiences, our bodies, our pains and pleasures, and our past and future. This is profound letting go, profound relaxation.  In this series, we will learn practical methods to release ourself from various sufferings such as negative self image, attachment to things, and painful experiences.

To Register: Please register at the door, arriving 10 minutes early.

Cost: $12 ($8 students, seniors 62+, and unemployed). Free for Monthly Members.

You can also become a member starting at $50/month and receive discounts while you help to provide a steady level of support for our activities. These classes are included in your membership!

Location: Owen Brown Interfaith Center

Room 213

7246 Cradlerock Way

Columbia, MD 21045

With Teacher Rick Ratigan

A long-time member of KMC Maryland, Rick has been practicing Kadampa Buddhism since 1999, and has been teaching for about 15 years. He is retired from the State of Maryland with a background in Social Services. He is a sincere meditator and Dharma practitioner and is well liked for his compassion and a good sense of humor. Rick’s classes are down-to-earth and practical.