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View of the new building from the back lawn.

View of the new building from the administration building.

View from street side, L to R: Practice building, Meditation Hall, Administration building

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Artist rendition by Terri Morningdove


Ground breaking with (left to right) center co-director Valerie Morvan, Archaya John Rockwell, center co-director Cara Thornley, and project
architect Geddes Dowling.


Lama Pagyal prays over the offerings, which were subsequently placed under the new building's foundation.
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Photos courtesy of Darice Ambrose


The new meditation hall has
room for over 200 zabutons.

President Reoch cuts the ribbon
with an authentic sword.
(Take our word for it - it was sharp!)

Monks from Loseling Institute present khata to President Reoch, and center co-directors Cara Thornley and Valerie Morvan.

President Richard Reoch
gives a rousing talk!

Monks from Loseling Institute offer blessed khata to the shrine.

Thanka of Padmasambhava, a gift from the Sakyong, presented by President Reoch.


Left to right: Buddhist shrine,
Guru's chair, Shambhala shrine

A circular window graces
the post-meditation hall.
Video captures courtesy of Nick Thompson

President Reoch cuts the ribbon in one smooth motion

Monks from Loseling Institute, President Reoch, and others performing chants

Harry Tate places cedar boughs on the fire during the Lhasang ceremony