What we’re about
A great way to get Dharma connected in New York!
We are doing both IN-PERSON and VIRTUAL events. Please check the meetup schedules.
----- Pre-Pandemic Message Below -----
Dharma Drink is now Self Service!
The table is always reserved in the same spot - just show up and see what happens - just like if you were hanging out meeting other Buddhists and travelers randomly in Kathamandu, India, Japan, Korea... And don't take the RSVP too seriously - people are coming now who don't RSVP. The word is getting out....
Everyone is invited! Dharma Drink is all about building community amongst the Buddhist and like minded crowd in New York City. Greg, the founder, was inspired to start Dharma Drink by hanging out with all of the great students of all of the different lamas in Kathmandu - Kagyu, Nyingma, Sakya, Gelug - totally Rimey (also Zen, Thai, Theravadan, yoga travelers, and the curious - just about everyone!). Everyone became great friends and learned from each other. We're there every Friday night - see you there.
Motivation: To make the Rubin Museum Lounge on Friday night the Buddhist and like-minded hang-out spot in New York. If you like Buddhas or to meditate - then you'll love the Rubin!
Who: ALL ARE INVITED. Feel free to spread the word. The more, the merrier.
Time: 6:30-?pm
Date: Every Friday - like clockwork
Place: Rubin Museum Lounge, 17th Street and 7th Avenue
How to find us: Look for a table with the small sign "Dharma Drink" + Lounge staff will know where we are.
www.dharmadrink.com
Upcoming events (4)
See all- FYI - Peace Meditation at Union Theological Seminary (5 days) - Brooklyn ZenUnion Theological Seminary in the City of New York, New York, NY
FYI only
Per Buddhist Council of New York: Zen Buddhist Priest, Kosen Gregory Snyder, of Union Theological Seminary and Brooklyn Zen Center, will be holding a space for silent meditation, grief, remembrance, compassion, and peace in Union’s courtyard. This space is for all who wish to bear silent witness to past and ongoing violence throughout our shared world. This ceremony of bearing witness will begin Saturday, October 5th – an hour before sunrise (roughly 6 am) – and end Friday, October 11th – an hour after sunrise (roughly 8 am).
Continue: To honor appropriately this ceremonial space of holding in love and care the senseless loss of life that has torn our hearts over the last year, Rev. Snyder will be fasting the entirety of the week, drinking only water, sleeping each night where he sits daily meditation, and only leaving the courtyard to care for his body when necessary. This being the case, all who wish are invited to join in silent sitting, standing, lying, or walking meditation at any time as suits their bodies and schedules. Join for an hour, a day, whatever feels appropriate to you. If you are sitting for an extended time, please consider the weather and bring a blanket, cushion, and water. Fasting is neither required nor encouraged to join this gathering. Should you choose of your own volition to join the fast for any amount of time, it is strongly encouraged you consult with a doctor first to ensure it is safe for you to do so.
Link to more details: https://www.instagram.com/brooklynzencenter/p/DApRsZLPqnx/
The entrance to Union Theological Seminary is at 3041 Broadway in Morningside Heights at the intersection of 121st Street.
- Autumn Foliage @ Brooklyn Botanical Garden + Dinner at Dao Palate150 Eastern Pkwy, Brooklyn, NY
Dear Dharma Drink friends,
Lets go to the Brooklyn Botanic Garden (BBG) followed by an early dinner at Dao Palate.
The leaves are changing colors, it will be beautiful at the BBG.
Meetup details:
2:30 pm - 5:00 pm: Brooklyn Botanic Garden
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm: Dao Palate (329 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn)Ticket Link: Please choose accordingly
BBG: "Brooklyn Botanic Garden is an urban botanic garden that connects people to the world of plants, fostering delight and curiosity while inspiring an appreciation and sense of stewardship of the environment.."
BBG: "Spectacular autumn hues start to appear in October throughout the Garden. From golden ginkgos and redbuds to multihued maples, swaying grasses, and late-season wildflowers, fall offers a buffet of color and texture."
BBG: "Look for: The katsura tree, just east of Oak Circle. One of the oldest trees in the Garden, this lovely vase-shaped tree is particularly spectacular in fall. Its leaf color progresses in bands from yellow to orange, then to pink and red. ..."
Brooklyn Magazine one Dao Palate: "Similar to Wild Ginger, but in Prospect Heights, and frequented by our very own Henry Stewart. ... he says. “It was dark and empty and delicious and romantic.” A rave review if ever there was."
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BBG Link
Dao Palate
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