About this event
BOFA has partnered with the Launceston Buddhist Meditation Institute to launch a one-day Tibetan Film Festival, showcasing some of the extraordinary films from the region, along with Buddhist cultural experiences, teachings and, of course, a range of Nepalese delicacies to enjoy.
Join us on April 29th for a full day of award-winning films and get to meet the venerable Lama Tsewang as he takes the time to share his life story, explain what the institute is all about and share in his Buddhist teachings.
Discover common themes that span our global communities, the strength of the human spirit, and the wisdom of ancient cultures, from one of the remotest places on earth.
What else is on?
Q&A SESSION with LAMA
Introducing the Palpung Buddhist Institute, is Venerable Lama Tsewang. Born in Tibet, and now the Lama in Residence, at a traditional Tibetan Buddhist Institute in Launceston, Lama guides practitioners of all levels. Assisting anyone who sincerely wants to reduce the stress and pressure of modern living with free meditation classes to more intricate Puja and ceremonies, Lama is happy to provide a Q&A after each film.
FOOD FROM THE HIMALAYAN REGION
Matson Catering are going to take your tastebuds on a Himalayan journey. Preparing popular Tibetan Khapse snacks for afternoon tea, to traditional chicken and vegetarian curries with rice and Naan bread. The enticing spread of cultural flavours will enhance your film journey. Traditional Matson Catering Cuisine will also be available to complete the culinary experience.
BUDDHIST TEACHINGS
What does it mean to learn from another culture? How do others in the world deal with the problems we face today? Living compassionately by being of service to others, realising everyone else is also suffering on the inside, and also wants to be happy, how to work with your mind to transform your inner suffering so that slowly, bit by bit you can be a better person. These themes and more are explored by the films on offer. Still confused? Ask a question of Lama which is a title meaning spiritual teacher.
TAKE HOME A LITTLE PIECE OF NEPAL
A Yak T-shirt anyone? Delightful shopping like you would on the streets of Nepal! Traditional door hangings, warm winter scarves hats and gloves. Some fun shopping for everyone.
