The Buddhist Library’s ‘Metta Friends’ invites you to Dhamma Social.  A welcoming space for elderly individuals to come together, engage in discussions on daily life challenges and draw upon Buddhist teachings to guide their reflections. This initiative arose from numerous requests from the elderly community, providing an opportunity for them to meet, share their thoughts and enjoy a meal or coffee together.

The gatherings take place at the Woodstock Community Centre in Burwood, selected for its accessibility. The centre’s convenient location in central Burwood ensures easy access via both train and bus, making it a practical choice for participants.

When? – First Sunday of the month 10:30am – 12:30pm (*please note the event on 09/02/25 is longer – finishing at 2:30pm)

Where? – Woodstock Community Centre, Burwood, 22 Church St, Burwood NSW 2134
Ground Floor – Penfold Ballroom.

All Sessions are by Donation (Dana) to the Buddhist Library. All donations to the Buddhist Library of $2 and over are tax deductible.

Dana is the traditional practice of generosity, the extending of one’s goodwill, which is fundamental to Buddhism and other spiritual traditions. The dana you give is shared equally with the teacher and the Buddhist Library. This helps to maintain the Library and supports the teacher so that they may offer more teachings on the Dhamma in the future. It is up to each person to determine the amount of dana they’d like to offer. We understand that this is a difficult time financially for many, and people will give what they can. An appropriate dana can’t be prescribed but requires sensitivity to its intent and to the individual’s own situation, as well as awareness of the cost of organising events and supporting teachers who spread the Dhamma.