NEO Centre

Pertaining to Nalanda Education & Outreach Centres programmes and activities in KL, JB and SP.

27 November 2015

Just another month to completion!

Construction of Nalanda Education & Outreach Centre in Sungai Petani is entering its last phase.  82% of scheduled work has been completed, and the Centre is on schedule for its officiating ceremony next month!

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24 November 2015

4th National Members’ Convention

24 – 27 December 2015 | Sungai Petani, Kedah

Calling all Nalanda members!  The 4th National Members’ Convention will be held a month from today in Sungai Petani, Kedah.  This will be the first time our National Convention is held outside Sri Serdang.  Nalandians have good reason to head north next month as we celebrate the completion and inauguration of Nalanda Education & Outreach Centre in Sungai Petani.

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21 November 2015

JB Dhamma School students sit for Examination

Twenty-four Nalanda Dhamma School students at NEO Centre Johor Bahru sat for their year-end examination on Sunday 15 November.  The teenagers, aged between 13 to 17 years, had been attending Dhamma classes throughout the year.  It was wonderful to see the students so well-behaved and eager to sit for the exam.  They were tested on their basic understanding of Buddhism. Dhamma School Director Sis. Sunanda was at NEO Centre to help oversee the smooth running of the examination.

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20 October 2015

Good progress at Sungai Petani Centre

On Tuesday 6 October, Bro. Tan made a quick visit to the Nalanda Education & Outreach Centre building site in Sungai Petani.  He was met there by Branch Chairman Bro. Khaw and Committee members Sis. Sumedha, Bro. Fong and Dr. Song.  Bro. Tan spent several hours inspecting the construction progress as well as chatted with the contractors.  He expressed joy in seeing everyone’s dedication to complete the Centre on time, and with quality work.

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11 October 2015

Appreciation dinner for benefactors and volunteers

On Saturday 26 September, volunteers and stall operators of the recent ‘Nalanda Family Fun Fair’ in Johor Bahru were invited to an appreciation dinner for their contribution towards the success of the event, as well as to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival.

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7 October 2015

Gathering of spiritual friends

On 26 September, Nalanda Sungai Petani members congregated to celebrate Members’ Day.  During the Dhamma sharing session, Sis. Siew Chin spoke on the virtues of the Buddha.  She said when we recite Buddhanusati, the recollection of the Buddha, we are reminding ourselves of the sublime qualities of the Buddha, which help us to strengthen our faith and respect towards the Teacher.

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4 October 2015

Education Centre in Kedah progressing well

On 16 September, Nalanda Founder Bro.Tan made a visit to NEO Centre Sungai Petani (SP) in Kedah to witness its construction progress.  He was accompanied by Nalanda SP Branch Chairman Bro. Khaw, the Building Committee, and several branch members.

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20 September 2015

Amazing ‘Family Fun Fair’ at NEO Centre JB

Sunday, 13 September was indeed a joyful and memorable day as Nalanda Johor Bahru Branch held its inaugural ‘Family Fun Fair’ (‘FFF’).  Nalandians from the Klang Valley and Kedah arrived a day before to help in preparations and lend support to our Johor Bahru Branch members.  It showcased the spirit of ‘samaggi’ (unity and concord) among members and volunteers.

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12 September 2015

‘Family Fun Fair’ is at Johor Bahru!

Nalanda ‘Family Fun Fair’ (FFF) will be held in Johor Bahru for the first time ever this Sunday 13 September, from 8am to 2pm.  Dozens of stalls will be offering visitors a variety of food, beverages, souvenirs, and merchandise.  The ‘Fun Fair’ is held in aid of our ‘Education & Development Fund’.  Proceeds from the Fair will be channeled to support educational programmes of Nalanda Free School, Dhamma School and Library.

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7 September 2015

Dhamma School Facilitators-Parents’ Meeting

On 30 August, Nalandians gathered at NEO Centre Johor Bahru in their uniforms to observe ‘Samaggi Day’ during Service Sunday.  In remembrance of our late teacher Venerable Dr. K. Sri Dhammananda Nāyaka Thero, Branch Chairman Bro. David Yap recollected how the great qualities of the much-respected and beloved late venerable had inspired him.

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