[Reported by Andy Chen Washington, D.C., USA] In response to the 2026 World Earth Day theme, “Forest Awakening,” the Buddha's Light International Association (BLIA) Washington, D.C. Chapter mobilized members on April 11, 2026, to participate in an early spring invasive vine removal project at Lake Accotink Park. Through hands-on action, participants helped protect forest ecosystems and demonstrated a commitment to environmental sustainability. Working together with the local

🌟 Registration Now Open: 2026 Three Acts of Goodness Children’s Summer Camp! 🌟 This summer, let your child step into the world of Zootopia and begin an exciting adventure filled with courage, respect, and dreams! 🐰🦊 Through character exploration, teamwork, and fun activities, children will learn to: ✨ Understand and respect others ✨ Be confident and true to themselves ✨ Discover their limitless potential ✨ Practice the Three Acts of Goodness: Do Good Deeds, Speak Good Wor

🌸 2026 Buddha’s Birthday Celebration Series 🌸 🙏 Buddha Bathing Ceremony | Celebrate Buddha’s Birthday You and your family are warmly invited to join us at Fo Guang Shan North Carolina for our sacred Buddha Bathing Ceremony. Celebrate the birth of the Buddha, bathe the Buddha with fragrant water, cleanse the mind, and pray for peace, wisdom, and blessings. 📅 Date: Sunday, May 24, 2026 ⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM 📍 Location: Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Temple, NC ✨ Meri