Nalanda Buddhist Society extends our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who supported the Family Fun Fair at NEO Centre Johor Bahru on Sunday, 6 September. With over 70 stalls, lively performances and the wonderful support of the community, the Fair brought together families, friends and volunteers for a joyful day of giving and fellowship.
Read moreOn Sunday 6 September, 38 Nalanda Youth members, Nalanda Dhamma School teenagers and volunteers visited Bodhi Homecare to engage with the children there for the Silver Lining Day programme. Organised by Nalanda Youth Centre, this programme provides a platform for youths to practise mettā (loving-kindness) and karuṇā (compassion) through service to the community.
Read moreOn Saturday 5 September, Nalanda Kuala Lumpur branch hosted its monthly Pindacāra at the OUG and Happy Garden markets. We rejoice with heartfelt gratitude for the unwavering support of devotees and market stall operators, who continue to offer dāna with such sincerity and generosity. Their kindness and generosity not only supports the Sangha but also keeps alive the beautiful tradition of Pindacāra in our community.
Read moreThe Family Fun Fair at Nalanda Education and Outreach Center at Johor Jaya has just been launched! There are over 70 stalls offering a delightful variety of food, beverages, fresh produce and household items as well as performances by our talented students and volunteers. Invite your loved ones along for a wholesome day of giving and fellowship while raising funds to support the provision of community education programmes in Johor Bahru.
Read moreNalanda leaders joined fellow Buddhist organisations at the Merdeka Blessings Mahā Sanghika Dāna 2026, organised in conjunction with Malaysia’s National Day celebrations. With the theme “Understanding Unites, Kindness Blesses,” the gathering brought the Buddhist community together in a spirit of harmony, generosity and gratitude, while offering reverence and support to members of the Sangha.
Read moreOn Sunday 23 August, Nalanda Sungai Petani Branch hosted a group of 40 Buddhist friends from Seck Kia Eenh (SKE), Malacca, including Venerable Anuruddha and SKE President Bro. Tan Kim See, as part of their four-day educational trip to Kedah and Penang. Arriving at the Nalanda Sungai Petani Education & Outreach Centre in the morning, the group was warmly welcomed by Nalanda leaders and members, led by the Nalanda SP Branch's Chairman Dr. Song, before embarking on a learning journey to discover the rich Buddhist heritage of Bujang Valley.
Read moreOn Sunday 23 August, Nalanda volunteers gathered for an Appreciation Session to rejoice in the kind efforts that made the Nalanda Family Fun Fair a meaningful celebration of community. Bro. Vincent, Chairperson of the Family Fun Fair, expressed his heartfelt appreciation to all volunteers for their generous service and support.
Read moreOn Tuesday 11 August, a group of Nalanda members and youths, led by Nalanda Centre Director Sis. Nandini Tan, joined the evening Chanting and Blessing Ceremony at Maha Karuna Vihara, Elmina. The ceremony was part of nine consecutive days of chanting and blessings held from 8 to 15 August in conjunction with the inauguration of the vihara. Members were grateful for the opportunity to chant together and rejoice in this auspicious milestone.
Read moreYesterday was a joyous day of giving, caring, and coming together at the Nalanda Family Fun Fair! From early morning, stall operators and volunteers worked joyfully hand in hand to welcome friends and visitors from near and far. The wonderful spirit of generosity, service, and fellowship made the day truly meaningful.
Read moreThe Nalanda Family Fun Fair will be held tomorrow, Sunday 16 August, from 9am to 3pm at Nalanda Centre, Sri Serdang. Final preparations are now underway, as the Organising and Working Committees, together with our dedicated volunteers near and far, work tirelessly and joyfully to put everything in place.
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