Learn How to Make Authentic Tormas

Tormas are traditional food offerings (usually made of marzipan) that are offered to the Buddhas in various ritual practices and prayers such as empowerments, retreats and chanted prayers.  When we make these offerings we are requesting spiritual attainments, based on our love and compassion for all living beings.

Kelsang Gyaltsen, who has been involved in sacred art for many years and is skilled in making tormas, will lead this hands-on workshop, teaching this beautiful art. The workshop will be informal, practical and a lot of fun.  It is suitable for everyone, whether you are an experienced practitioner or a complete beginner.  So come join us as we learn about the various types of tormas and how to make them in a qualified manner according to the New Kadampa lineage. Everybody welcome!

To Register: Registration has now closed. If you would like to be placed on the waiting list, please email epc@meditationmd.org

Cost:  $30-- or $25 for early registration (by June 23), students, seniors 62+, and unemployed. 

Free for supporter & benefactor level members.

Must register by June 25 so we can gather supplies.

With Teacher Kelsang Gyaltsen

Kelsang Gyaltsen has been practicing Kadampa Buddhism since 1998 and is a founding member of the Center. He has done many retreats, including two three-month silent retreats at Tharpaland International Retreat Center in Scotland. He is also a qualified Kadampa artist who has worked on statues for a number of Kadampa temples. He is admired for his sincerity and gentle, light-hearted approach to teaching, meditation, and practice in daily life.