Highlights of this year’s annual gathering at the Holy Heavenly Lake Buddhist Town included the introduction and sharing by development committee members and KAC youth. Cherry Lai from Hong Kong and Dong Dong Wu from Taiwan and Thailand reported on their March 28 Myanmar earthquake relief efforts. Every act of compassion and contribution became an inspiration and example for us all.

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our June Event Volunteers!

Our dedicated volunteers generously offered their time, energy, and enthusiasm, ensuring the event’s smooth success, and allowing everyone to share in this warm and joyous celebration.

First and foremost, we extend our deepest gratitude to the Baiyun Team of ten volunteers, who arrived a full week before the event to help prepare and beautify the grounds. In addition, several volunteers led by Brother Xiao, despite having just attended the Los Angeles Dharma Assembly, came immediately to Holy Heavenly Lake to join in preparations. Sister Xu generously provided her vehicle to transport supplies, once again making her an indispensable cornerstone of the event. We are equally grateful to our Canadian volunteers, who once again demonstrated flawless teamwork and unwavering commitment!

From dawn until dusk, the KAC youth volunteers attended to every detail—transporting, setting up, cleaning, and providing onsite maintenance and support—embodying an admirable sense of responsibility and devotion.

On the food service side, we are grateful to Sister Fang, Brother Wang and their friends, for their tireless dedication. They not only planned and purchased ingredients and equipment but also continuously served everyone throughout the two-day event. Sister Que’s team, as always, lovingly prepared delicious cold noodles, complemented by the offerings of local brothers and sisters—fruits, jellies, juices, milk tea, popcorn, and desserts—creating a truly heartwarming and joyful experience for all!

There are still so many more people to be acknowledged—those who helped with reception and hospitality, enthusiastically ran the charity booths on site, and quietly contributed behind the scenes. Special gratitude also goes to the Wiser-ball teams from around the world, whose participation brought energy and vitality to this year’s gathering. As always, Brother Ho and his wife faithfully took charge of the sound system, ensuring smooth transitions throughout the event. Thanks to Nelson, Natty, Terry and the team, whose lenses contributed a vivid record of the event.