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MEDIA RELEASE The United Nations International Day of Peace and global ceasefire is officially Sept. 21, but Honokaa town celebrates peace with a week-long series of thoughtful, educational, and fun events. Sponsored by the Peace Committee of Honokaa Hongwanji Buddhist Temple, activities for all ages include a student poster contest and gallery reception at C&J […]

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MEDIA RELEASE Shining a modern light on an ancient practice, noted Buddhist scholar, author and educator, Dr. Ugo Dessi will present a talk at 7 p.m. Monday, June 10 at Honokaa Hongwanji Buddhist Temple. Asking the question, “Can the globalization of Buddhism help solve war and alienation?” Dessi brings international and inspiring insights to the […]

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MEDIA RELEASE Since 1904, the Honokaa Hongwanji Buddhist Temple has annually hosted the “Obon Service,” a communal memorial event when families and friends come together to remember loved ones who have passed away in the previous 12 months. This year, the Buddhist temple is making an increased effort to include any and all members of […]

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MEDIA RELEASE “How to meditate while washing dishes” and other steps toward More Mindfulness will be presented 2-4 p.m. Sunday April 29 at Honokaa Hongwanji Buddhist Temple. “More Mindfulness” (Further steps on your Personal Path to Peace) expands on last week’s program to include ways we can apply mindfulness to everyday activities, such as washing […]

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