United Sherpa Association (USA), Inc.

06/10/2026

“Thoma”

06/09/2026

CHOKHOR DUCHEN (DRUKPA TSHE ZHI ) & KANGYUR RECITATION 2026

Dear Friends, Devotees, and Community Members,

Tashi Delek!

The United Sherpa Association (U.S.A.) Inc. (Sherpa Kyidug America – Queens, New York) cordially invites you, your family, and friends to join us in observing Chokhor Duchen (Drukpa Tshe Zhi) and Kangyur Recitation 2026.

CHOKHOR DUCHEN (DRUKPA TSHE ZHI)

For the peace and happiness of all beings, the flourishing of the Buddha’s teachings, and the long life of Dharma holders, Sherpa Kyidug America – New York warmly invites community members, families, and devotees to observe Chokhor Duchen (Drukpa Tshe Zhi), commemorating the First Turning of the Wheel of Dharma by Lord Buddha Shakyamuni.

KANGYUR RECITATION

As part of this sacred observance, we will also conduct a Kangyur Recitation, the collective reading and recitation of the Kangyur—the sacred collection of Lord Buddha’s teachings translated into Tibetan. This revered practice is believed to purify negative karma, remove obstacles, promote peace and harmony, and generate blessings and merit for all sentient beings.

Event Details
Date: Saturday, July 18, 2026 Saturday
Venue: United Sherpa Association (U.S.A.) Inc.
Tenzing Norgay Sherpa Way
41-01 75th Street, Elmhurst, NY 11373

Program Schedule
7:30 AM -8:00AM– Breakfast Offering
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM – Morning Puja and Kangyur Shyalaka (Recitation)
8:30 AM – Main Special Puja (Sang, Serkim, Neten Chyakchoe, and Prayers Commemorating the First Turning of the Wheel of Dharma)
1:00 PM – Community Lunch Offering
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM – Chokhor Duchen Cultural Dance Program

Sponsorship Invitation

We respectfully request the continued support of our valued sponsors, community members, families, and well-wishers. Your generous contributions will help support religious ceremonies, prayer offerings, breakfast, water, lunch, and other essential arrangements for both:

Chokhor Duchen (Drukpa Tshe Zhi)

Kangyur Recitation

Your support will contribute significantly to the success of this sacred community gathering.
SPONSOR (Jindhaka): $150.00 (Same as Previous Years)
Any funding shortfall will be covered by the United Sherpa Association (U.S.A.) Inc. (Sherpa Kyidug America – Queens, New York)

Zelle Donations: [email protected] Sponsorship or Additional Information

Nawang Jimpa Sherpa
Member & Religious Education Coordinator
(347) 475-5903

Er. Temba Sherpa
President
(917) 470-8393

Pasang Sherpa
Vice President
(646) 479-4042

Dorjee Sherpa
Treasurer
(917) 790-9516

Lhakpa Tenji Sherpa
General Secretary
(347) 515-3064

Pasang Sherpa
Secretary & Public Relations Coordinator
(917) 471-6086

United Sherpa Association Office
(718) 779-7300

Let us come together in faith, devotion, and harmony to honor this sacred occasion and receive the blessings of the Buddha’s teachings for the benefit of all sentient beings.

With Faith, Respect, and Gratitude,

Lhakpa Tengi Sherpa
General Secretary
United Sherpa Association (U.S.A.) Inc.
(Sherpa Kyidug America – Queens, New York)

06/07/2026

We are delighted to share that our Advanced Buddhist Studies Class is continuing successfully at the United Sherpa Association venue after being relocated from Rigsung Lobta.
This high-level Buddhist teaching is led by Lopen Gyurme Chodrak, a teacher with deep knowledge and experience in Buddhist philosophy and practice. The current text being taught is ཀུན་བཟང་བླ་མའི་ཞལ་ལུང་ (Kunsang Lamé Shyalung / Words of My Perfect Teacher) one of the most respected and profound teachings in the Himalayan Buddhist tradition.

📚 Current Text: Kunsang Lamé Shyalung (Words of My Perfect Teacher)
👨‍🏫 Instructor: Lopen Gyurme Chodrak

For registration and more information, please contact:

📞 Sherpa Kyidug Office: 718-779-7300

06/06/2026

06/06/2026

Today, under the hot 90-degree weather, our dedicated Women’s Soccer Team volunteered their time and energy to plant flowers in the United Sherpa Association garden, This year alone, the team generously spent approximately $1,800 on flowers to make our association grounds more colorful, welcoming, and enjoyable for everyone.

Your hard work, commitment, and spirit of volunteerism are truly inspiring. On behalf of the United Sherpa Association, we would like to express our heartfelt appreciation and gratitude to each and every one of you.

Thank you for giving your time to serve our community and beautify our surroundings.

May Buddha bless you and your families with good health, happiness, peace, and prosperity.

With sincere appreciation,
United Sherpa Association

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06/06/2026

06/06/2026

Lhakpa Gelu Sherpa and Himalayan News Network are thanked profusely for their exceptional article on the occasion of our 30th Anniversary celebration.

Thirty years ago, on a beautiful spring day in New York City's Central Park, a small group of Sherpa immigrants gathered beneath the shade of trees, united by a shared vision for the future. Far from the towering peaks of the Himalayas, they carried with them not only memories of…