Announcements
2014 Shinnen Enkai
On January 19, 2014, the VHBT held its annual Shinnen Enkai celebration at the temple, hosted by the Buddhist Women’s Association. As part of the entertainment, the Venice Jr. YBA performed the skit that was presented at the last Central District Jr. YBL conference in Fresno. Post by Venice Hongwanji Buddhist Temple. Afterwards, an ABA… Read More »
Dance Class
Dates: Classes run for three months: Feb. 2, 2014 3:00-3:30 Open Argentine Tango practice 3:30-4:30 Argentine Tango class 4:40-5:00 Open Waltz warm-up 5:00-6:00 Waltz class Feb. 9, 2014 No Tango warm-up 3:45-4:45 Argentine Tango class 4:45-5:00 Open Waltz warm-up 5:00-6:00 Waltz class Feb. 16, 2014 No Tango warm-up 3:45-4:45 Argentine Tango class 4:45-5:00… Read More »
Learn Something New Thursdays
The Venice Hongwanji Senior Outreach Program is now holding a “Learn Something New” class on Thursdays after morning service (approximately 10AM). Click the Read More link for full schedule.… Read More »
Senior Outreach Fundraiser
On Thursday, Nov. 14, 2013, there will be a fundraiser at three different Marie Callender’s locations from 8:00AM to 9:00PM: West Whittier 12402 E. Washington Blvd. at Lambert across from Presbyterian Hospital. La Habra 340 E. Whittier Blvd. between Euclid and Harbor Blvd. West Los Angeles 11324 National Blvd. Off the 405 freeway, west of… Read More »
YABA Sake Tasting
The Venice YABA (Young Adult Buddhist Association) will be having their sixth annual Sake Tasting on Nov. 2, 2013, from 7PM-9PM. Musical entertainment will be performed by Miko Shudo. Pre-registration is $25, tickets are $30 at the door. For more information, or to pre-register, visit the Venice YABA website.… Read More »
Mochi Tsuki 2013
Kids swinging big wooden mallets sounds like a recipe for disaster, but when it comes to mochi tsuki, it’s a recipe for great tasting mochi! This year’s mochi tsuki is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 7.
Komochi – $4.00 PKG
Okasane – $7.00 SET
DEADLINE FOR ALL ORDERS IS NOVEMBER 24, 2013
Pick up Saturday, December 7, 2013 (after 2:00 pm)
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Cub Pack 79 Fund Raiser
Cub Pack 79, one of the affiliated organizations of the Venice Hongwanji Buddhist Temple, will be having a fund raiser on Monday, Oct. 21, at two different locations in Culver City. First, enjoy a gourmet pizza at Blaze Pizza on Sepulveda Blvd just south of Washington Blvd, where you can order one of their signature… Read More »
Halloween Party
The Dharma School will be hosting its annual Halloween Party on Sunday, October 27, from 5PM-8PM at the VHBT. Costume Contest Art Projects Games The sign-up sheet to bring a potluck dish is posted on the downstairs bulletin board. Please bring one bag of candy to share. For questions, or to sign-up for a potluck… Read More »
ABA Steak Feast & Bingo Night
Join us on Saturday, November 9, 2013, at 6:00pm for our annual Venice Hongwanji ABA Steak Feast & Bingo Night*, an Adult Buddhist Association fundraiser. Price: $25 per plate Eat in or take out. Each dinner will include a barbequed rib eye steak, salad, and accompaniments for a complete meal. This event requires ADVANCE ORDER… Read More »





