In February 2010, Kunzang Palchen Ling will host a complete set of pre-Losar and Losar ceremonies.
February 6-12
Yamantaka Puja
8:30 AM - Noon
and 2-6:30 PM February 13
Fire Puja 10 AM February 14 - Losar
Green Tara Puja 8 AM (Note: The time of Green Tara Puja has been moved)
Tea and Rice
Kata Offering
Potluck Lunch 1 PM
The video was taken during the first day of Yamantaka puja. The puja will continue until February 12th. All are welcome to attend.
Construction Update from Kunzang Palchen Ling
Hello from Red Hook!
Rapid Progress
In the past several weeks, finishing the new center’s heating system has been a priority for interior work to continue throughout the winter. Visit the Photo Gallery.
• High efficiency boilers have been installed
• Radiant heating and air circulation systems are complete to the point where some heating zones will be up and running within a matter of weeks.
• Additional insulation and sheetrock is being installed, as in-wall electrical (70% done) and data wiring (100%!) are completed.
Going Green
“Green” technology will play a major role in providing for KPL’s day-to-day electrical, heating and cooling needs.
And the Town of Red Hook has been extremely gracious working with KPL to allow occupancy of the first floor once interior work is completed:
• With a grant from NYSERDA and use of donated labor, a 25 kilowatt solar energy system will soon be installed. This will supply enough electricity for all of the center’s normal daily power use. Except during large events, KPL will essentially be “off the grid” in terms of power consumption.
• A “loop” system is also being designed and installed that will allow KPL to upgrade to geothermal cooling in the future.
Environmental & Financial Stewardship
KPL is proud of its efforts to make sensitive and effective use of the resources we need to complete construction. From using renewable building materials and energy sources to making the most of available grants and financial and in-kind donations, we are working hard to create our new center in a way that’s as respectful as possible of what our teachers, our Earth, and our benefactors have to offer – both now and in the future.
(For financial report, please read a letter from Bardor Tulku Rinpoche.)
Together We Can Do It
Construction has been proceeding rapidly over the past several weeks! However, available funds are nearly exhausted, and additional work will happen slowly or soon have to be put on hold. Please consider making a donation to support us in finishing the first floor, obtaining a certificate of occupancy, and opening the new KPL building. Any amount of financial support you are able to give – any amount – will help us make Rinpoche’s vision and efforts for our benefit into a glorious (and sustainable) reality!
To donate an amount not listed below, please visit our donation page
Please consider a one-time or recurring donation to the KPL construction fund, as your ability allows. You may do so by mail (check or credit card), on line (securely, via PayPal), or by contacting Emi Dowiat at 845-417-6292 or emi@kunzang.org.
As the first floor nears completion, there will be additional opportunities to volunteer your time and effort to the many tasks needed to prepare the new building for a remarkable grand opening! Stay tuned to the website for these notices over the next few months.
Click here to read the progress summary of the project.
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2009, 37 Pinewood Lane, Red Hook, New York
