Vajra Light Buddhist Center

09/19/2026

NEW SERIES THIS SUNDAY! The Path to Lasting Happiness
with Kadam Donna Campanelli
Sunday Mornings, 10:30am -12:00pm

The meditation on renunciation is one of the essential meditations in the Stages of the Path to Enlightenment. What is it we are renouncing? Not our family, friends, enjoyments, etc., rather, we are learning to renounce the painful deluded minds of ignorance, uncontrolled desire, anger, etc., which are the actual sources of all the suffering we experience in our lives.

The first step toward attaining authentic lasting happiness is to develop the actual wish to do so, which means we need to discover how our current deluded approach to life keeps binding us ever more tightly to suffering. It is this profound and revolutionary recognition, renunciation, that will ignite within us the powerful wisdom-based desire to seek out real happiness.

Everyone welcome! Suitable for both beginners and experienced meditators.

Vajra Light Kadampa Buddhist Center
875 Mamaroneck Avenue
Suite 205
Mamaroneck, NY 10543 See less

09/17/2026

THIS SATURDAY! The Liberating Prayer - Half-day Course
with Kadam Donna Campanelli
Saturday, September 19�10:00AM - 1:00PM (With tea break)

One of the most central practices at Kadampa Meditation Centers around the world is the recitation and contemplation of the Liberating Prayer. This brief and beautiful praise to Buddha Shakyamuni composed especially for us by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso, is a profound exploration of the nature of enlightenment. Through reciting and contemplating this prayer, we can open ourselves to and connect with the blessings of the Buddhas, greatly inspiring us on our own path to enlightenment.

Kadam Donna will guide meditations and share insights based on the recent Northeast Dharma Celebration teachings, helping us go deeper into our own contemplations of this beautiful and inspiring prayer. Together, we will explore its meaning and discover how its profound wisdom can inspire our daily lives and deepen our practice.

Everyone welcome! Suitable for both beginners and experienced meditators.

Vajra Light Kadampa Buddhist Center
875 Mamaroneck Avenue
Suite 205
Mamaroneck, NY 10543

The Liberating Prayer Half-day Course Saturday, September 19

09/16/2026

NEW SERIES: A Peaceful Mind in an Uncertain World
with Kadam Donna Campanelli
Wednesday Evenings, 7:00pm -8:30pm

We live in a world where suffering can feel overwhelming. Faced with so much uncertainty and pain, it is easy to respond with denial, distraction, or despair.

By understanding the inner causes of suffering, we can begin to change our own minds and develop the wisdom, compassion, and positive energy to respond to life’s challenges.

Rather than becoming overwhelmed by the suffering around us, we can use it to deepen our compassion and strengthen our determination to make a difference. Buddha’s extraordinary insight shows us how to respond to a world in crisis with courage, wisdom, and meaningful action.

Everyone welcome! Suitable for both beginners and experienced meditators.

Vajra Light Kadampa Buddhist Center
875 Mamaroneck Avenue
Suite 205
Mamaroneck, NY 10543

Vajra Light is a Buddhist meditation center in Westchester, NY. We offer instruction in meditation and Buddhist spiritual practice through meditation classes, retreats and special events. Taught by qualified Western teachers, our meditation classes are easy to understand and apply to our daily lives

09/09/2026

NEW SERIES! The Path to Lasting Happiness
with Kadam Donna Campanelli
Sunday Mornings, 10:30am -12:00pm

The meditation on renunciation is one of the essential meditations in the Stages of the Path to Enlightenment. What is it we are renouncing? Not our family, friends, enjoyments, etc., rather, we are learning to renounce the painful deluded minds of ignorance, uncontrolled desire, anger, etc., which are the actual sources of all the suffering we experience in our lives.

The first step toward attaining authentic lasting happiness is to develop the actual wish to do so, which means we need to discover how our current deluded approach to life keeps binding us ever more tightly to suffering. It is this profound and revolutionary recognition, renunciation, that will ignite within us the powerful wisdom-based desire to seek out real happiness.

Everyone welcome! Suitable for both beginners and experienced meditators.

Vajra Light Kadampa Buddhist Center
875 Mamaroneck Avenue
Suite 205
Mamaroneck, NY 10543

Vajra Light is a Buddhist meditation center in Westchester, NY. We offer instruction in meditation and Buddhist spiritual practice through meditation classes, retreats and special events. Taught by qualified Western teachers, our meditation classes are easy to understand and apply to our daily lives

06/19/2026

NEW SERIES! Understanding Karma: The Wisdom of Cause and Effect
with Kadam Donna Campanelli
Sunday Mornings, 10:30am -12:00pm

Although the concept of karma is widely known, it is often misunderstood or remains a mystery to many. In his teachings on karma, Buddha revealed the true nature of this universal law - known as the wisdom of cause and effect. Using precise logic and wisdom, Buddha explained how all our actions of body, speech, and mind are causes and all our experiences are their effects in our daily life.

The law of karma explains why each individual has a unique mental disposition, a unique physical appearance, and unique experiences. Through understanding these universal principles and learning how to recognize karma functioning in our daily lives we can understand our past and gain real confidence in our ability to change our future.This wisdom is important for everyone because we all want to be free from problems and experience lasting happiness!

Everyone welcome! Suitable for both beginners and experienced meditators.

Vajra Light Kadampa Buddhist Center
875 Mamaroneck Avenue
Suite 205
Mamaroneck, NY 10543

Vajra Light is a Buddhist meditation center in Westchester, NY. We offer instruction in meditation and Buddhist spiritual practice through meditation classes, retreats and special events. Taught by qualified Western teachers, our meditation classes are easy to understand and apply to our daily lives

05/06/2026

Our center is run entirely by volunteers, and last weekend Debbie and Mayra, our precious managers, had the opportunity to spend time training with fellow Admin Directors and Education Program Coordinators.

It was truly inspiring to see them gather with such a dedicated community, all working together to support the flourishing of Kadampa centers around the world. Their experience was deeply meaningful and energizing, filled with wisdom, connection, and shared purpose. They returned feeling grateful, inspired, and ready to serve our community even better.

05/04/2026

Understanding and Transforming Suffering:
Teaching and Meditations on the Four Noble Truths.
with Kadam Donna Campanelli
Wednesday Evenings, 7:00pm -8:30pm

Whether it’s everyday stress, sadness, or even anger, our suffering can be transformed into inner strength, love, and joy. The first step is understanding its source; does it come from the body, the mind, or somewhere else? And if we understand it, can it be removed?

In this series, we’ll explore Buddha’s teachings on the Four Noble Truths, which clearly explain both the problem of suffering and its solution. Through teachings and meditation, we’ll discover that suffering comes not from external conditions, but from our own mind. Recognizing this opens the door to transforming our experience and uncovering a more lasting, genuine happiness.

Everyone welcome! Suitable for both beginners and experienced meditators.

Vajra Light Kadampa Buddhist Center
875 Mamaroneck Avenue
Suite 205
Mamaroneck, NY 10543

Schedule of Wednesday evening Meditation Classes offered in Westchester, NY. Suitable for both beginners and experienced meditators. The meditations provide special methods for healing our body and mind, increasing our love and compassion, transforming problems, reducing anxiety and improving relat

03/21/2026

Meditation and Letting Go of Stress
with Kadam Donna Campanelli
Wednesday Evenings, 7:00pm -8:30pm

It’s nearly impossible in our modern busy lives to meet anyone who doesn’t experience some form of stress. Few things can be more debilitating, and we all know the toll it can take on us both mentally and physically.

Through the practice of meditation, we can transform stressful situations into opportunities for growth and become the person we’ve always wanted to be. In this series of guided meditations and talks, we will receive clear guidance on how, through meditation, we can let go of stress. Through gaining insight into our mind, we can even let go of the underlying causes of stress and get to the point where we even enjoy situations we previously found unenjoyable, now seeing them as opportunities for growth.

Everyone welcome! Suitable for both beginners and experienced meditators.

Vajra Light Kadampa Buddhist Center
875 Mamaroneck Avenue
Suite 205
Mamaroneck, NY 10543

Schedule of Wednesday evening Meditation Classes offered in Westchester, NY. Suitable for both beginners and experienced meditators. The meditations provide special methods for healing our body and mind, increasing our love and compassion, transforming problems, reducing anxiety and improving relat

03/18/2026

SPECIAL 25TH ANNIVERSARY EVENT
Reinvent Yourself
Creating Better Habits with Meditation
Half-day Course and Lunch

WITH SPECIAL GUEST TEACHER KADAM MORTEN CLAUSEN

SATURDAY, APRIL 11
10:00AM - 1:15PM
1:15 - 2:15PM: LUNCH

Seating is limited, pre-registration required.

To celebrate 25 years of Dharma in Westchester, we are delighted to welcome Special Guest Teacher, Eastern National Spiritual Director, Kadam Morten Clausen for a very special course.

It is easy to feel stuck in patterns from the past. We may notice ourselves repeating the same thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, even when they no longer serve us. According to Buddha’s teachings, however, nothing about us is fixed. Through meditation and practical wisdom, we can let go of old habits and deliberately cultivate new, healthier ways of thinking and living.

In this course, Kadam Morten will explain how meditation helps us break free from unhelpful mental patterns and build positive habits that support the life we truly want. You will learn simple, practical methods for transforming your mind, developing inner strength, and creating genuine change from within.

Whether you are brand new to Buddhism or have been practicing for years, this event is a beautiful opportunity to reconnect, deepen your understanding, and celebrate the flourishing of Vajra Light Kadampa Buddhist Center over the past 25 years.

After the course, please join us for a delicious lunch and joyful community gathering as we continue the celebration together.

Everyone is welcome!

VAJRA LIGHT KADAMPA BUDDHIST CENTER
875 MAMARONECK AVENUE
SUITE 205
MAMARONECK, NY 10543

Schedule of Sunday morning Meditation Classes offered in Westchester, NY. Suitable for both beginners and experienced meditators. These meditations provide special methods for increasing happiness, reducing anxiety and improving relationships. Everyone welcome!