📅 Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026
📍 Program Venue:
Sherpa Lhapso Land
186 River Rd, Wallkill, NY 12589

🚐 Car & Van Departure:
6:30 AM Sharp
41-01 Tenzing Norgay Sherpa Way
75th St, Elmhurst, NY 11373

Program Schedule

8:30 AM — Sang & Serkim Offering
9:30 AM — Troema Tsokhar Puja Begins
12:30 PM — Lunch Break
4:30 PM — Puja Concludes
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM — Cultural Dance Program

All devotees, community members, Dharma friends, and well-wishers are warmly invited to attend this first-time joint Troema Tsokhar program at Sherpa Lhapso Land.

🙏 Thank you.

Nyungne Fasting Retreat 2026

Organized By

United Sherpa Association (USA) Inc.

Sherpa Kyidug America – New York

United Sherpa Association (USA) Inc. / Sherpa Kyidug America – New York respectfully informs all devotees, community members, Dharma friends, and well-wishers that the Association will organize the Nyungne Fasting Retreat 2026 at the Association Hall in Elmhurst, New York.

“Nyungne” is a sacred Buddhist fasting and purification practice observed through prayers, meditation, recitation, discipline, and compassion practice. The retreat traditionally includes fasting from food and water, spiritual teachings, and continuous Dharma practice over multiple days.

All devotees and interested participants are warmly invited to attend and participate in this meritorious religious program.

Venue

United Sherpa Association (USA) Inc.
Sherpa Kyidug America – New York
41-01 75th St, Elmhurst, NY 11373

Program Schedule

May 30, 2026 (Saturday)

May 31, 2026 (Sunday)

(No Food & Drinks Observance Day)

June 1, 2026 (Monday)

Sponsors List

Lunch Sponsors

1. Dolma Sherpa (Khoriya)
2. Jangmu Sherpa (Khoriya)
3. Dolma Sherpa (Fera) & Dorji Sherpa
4. Dawa Sherpa (Chyangmiteng)
5. Tenji Sherpa & Family (Mendopake)
6. Dawa Jangbu Sherpa
7. Mingma Sherpa

Water Sponsor

1. Kandu Sherpa (Junbeshi)

Tsok Sponsors

1. Phurwa Sherpa (Ringmo)
2. Pasang Phuti Sherpa (Surkey)
3. Tsering Diki Sherpa
4. Sonam Doma Sherpa
5. Pemdoma & Dawa Sherpa
6. Rajkumar & Pemchoti
7. Gelmu Sherpa (Fera)
8. Ang Tsering Sherpa (Bagam)
9. Tsering Sherpa (Charikharka)
10. Dechen Phechok
11. Nima Doma Sherpa (New York)

Chopa Sponsors

1. Sonam Gyalzen
2. Mingmar Sherpa (Ramechap)
3. Yangdu Lama (Junbeshi)
4. Nimee Sherpa (Khumjung)
5. Ang Pasang Sherpa
6. Doma Sherpa
7. Ramesh Lama
8. Maya Lama Sherpa (Chaurikharka)
9. Konchok Doma
10. Dechen Phinjok

Naktol Sponsors

1. Pasang Kanchi (Pangpoche)
2. Ang Lhakpa (Thadakoshi)
3. Mingma Chamji (Kharikhola)
4. Pasang Lhamu (Panggoma)

Important Notice

All Dharma friends and devotees wishing to participate in the Nyungne Fasting Retreat are kindly requested to register their names in advance to reserve their participation space.

Thank you

United Sherpa Association (USA) Inc.

Sherpa Kyidug America – New York

Venue: United Sherpa Association(USA)Inc.41-01  75th St, Elmhurst, NY 11373 

Contact: (718) 779-7300  

We are also excited to see our Gen Z team taking active leadership roles and contributing meaningfully to the future of our community and the Executive Committee of Sherpa Kyidug America, New York. Together, let us continue strengthening unity, culture, leadership, and community service for the next generation. 🙏

NSSP Board Members 2026–2027

• President: Mingma Sherpa
• Vice President: Lhamu Tsering Sherpa
• Secretary: Ang Nimi Sherpa
• Event Coordinator: Rani Basnet (Sherpa)
• Treasurer: Pasang Sherpa
• Social Media & Graphic Design Coordinator: Kaljang Sherpa
• Volunteer Engagement Coordinator: Kesang Lama
• General Board Member: Richard Sherpa

United Sherpa Association (USA) Inc.
Sherpa Kyidug America – New York

On behalf of United Sherpa Association (USA) Inc. / Sherpa Kyidug America – New York, we would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to our respected Reverend Religious Leaders and Lamas, our Advisers, the Chair of the Board of Trustee and Members of the Board of Trustees, the Executive President and Executive Committee Members, our Past Presidents and Trustee Members, Life Members, General Members, dedicated volunteers, the Network of Sherpa Students and Professionals (NSSP) Vice President and Members, donors, supporters, and everyone who contributed directly or indirectly to the grand success of today’s 2570th Buddha Jayanti Celebration and Buddha Relics Ceremony.

Your dedication, participation, generosity, and continuous support made this sacred and meaningful event truly memorable and successful. We deeply appreciate the collective efforts of our entire community in preserving and promoting our cultural, spiritual, and religious values.

With sincere appreciation, we extend our heartfelt thanks to each and every individual who helped make this special occasion a remarkable success.

Er.Temba Sherpa

President

United Sherpa Association (USA) Inc.

Sherpa Kyidug America – New York

Trustee Board 2026–2029

On behalf of United Sherpa Association (USA) Inc. / Sherpa Kyidug America – New York, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to the newly elected Chair of the Board of Trustees, Mr. Chongba Lama Sherpa, and all newly elected members of the Trustee Board 2026–2029.

We are pleased to recognize the following distinguished members who have been entrusted with this important leadership responsibility:

Mr. Chongba Lama Sherpa (Phaplu–Solukhumbu) – Chair of the Board of Trustees

Mrs. Nimi Sherpa (Goli–Solukhumbu) – Secretary, Board of Trustees

Mr. Er. Temba Sherpa (Kerung–Solukhumbu) – Member

Mr. Lhakpa Rinji Sherpa (Gorkhani–Solukhumbu,Outgoing BOT Chair) – Member

Mr. Nuri Sherpa (Chulung Kharka–Solukhumbu) – Member

Mr. Chhiring Gorja Khambache (Khoriya–Solukhumbu) – Member

Mr. Chhiring T. Sherpa (Mainapokhari–Dolakha) – Member

Mr. Tenzi Sherpa (Najing–Solukhumbu) – Member

Mr. Gyalzen Lama (Jambuk–Solukhumbu) – Member

Mrs. Nim Doma Sherpa (Tatopani–Sindhupalchok) – Member

Mr. Ang Nima Sherpa (Khotang) – Member

We wish the entire Trustee Board continued success, wisdom, unity, and dedication as they begin their important leadership journey in serving the Sherpa community and strengthening the mission, vision, and values of Sherpa Kyidug America.

May your tenure bring transparency, progress, collaboration, and sustainable growth for the organization and the broader community.

Once again, heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the entire newly elected Trustee Board for a successful and impactful term.

With sincere appreciation and respect,

Er. Temba Sherpa

President

United Sherpa Association (USA) Inc.

Sherpa Kyidug America – New York

Upcoming Major Religious Programs – 2026

United Sherpa Association (USA) Inc. / Sherpa Kyidug is pleased to announce the following upcoming major religious programs for 2026:

1. Buddha Purnima (2570th Birth Anniversary of Gautama Buddha) — May 1, 2026 (Friday)
2. Nyungne (Saga Dawa) Fasting Practice — May 30, 31, and June 1, 2026
   (Saturday, Sunday, and Monday)
3. Chokhor Düchen (Thukpa Cheji) — July 18, 2026 (Saturday) (Kangyur Recitation)
4. Sherpa Kyidug Annual Monlam (Vajra Guru) — October 30, 31, and November 1, 2026
   (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday), on the occasion of Lhabab Düchen

शेर्पा किदुगद्वारा आयोजना गरिने आगामी प्रमुख धार्मिक कार्यक्रमहरू यस प्रकार रहेका छन्:

१. वैशाख पूर्णिमा अर्थात् २५७० औं गौतम बुद्ध जयन्ती — मे १, २०२६ (शुक्रबार)

२. इयुङ्ने (सागा दावा) उपवास साधना — मे ३०, ३१ र जुन १, २०२६
(शनिबार, आइतबार र सोमबार)

३. छोखोर दुछेन (ठुक्पा छेजी) — जुलाई १८, २०२६ (शनिबार) — (काङ्युर वाचन)

४. शेर्पा किदुग वार्षिक मोन्लाम (वज्र गुरु) — अक्टोबर ३०, ३१ र नोभेम्बर १, २०२६
(शुक्रबार, शनिबार र आइतबार), ल्हाबाब दुछेनको अवसरमा!

“Official Thank You Message”

31st Annual Sherpa Lhapso & Lungta Day 2026

Date: April 25, 2026

On behalf of United Sherpa Association (USA) Inc. / Sherpa Kyidug America – New York, we would like to express our heartfelt gratitude and sincere appreciation to everyone who contributed to the success of the 31st Annual Sherpa Lhapso & Lungta Day 2026.

We extend our special thanks to the dedicated Management Team, Executive Committee, Board of Trustees, volunteers, sponsors, ticket purchasers, participants, performers, the medical team from the Nepalese American Nurses Association, and supporters whose commitment, cooperation, and hard work made today’s signature community event truly successful.

Despite the challenging weather conditions, the strong participation, unity, and enthusiasm of our community made this special occasion memorable and meaningful.

We would also like to express our appreciation to all members of the Sherpa community, fellow Himalayan communities, friends, guests, and well-wishers for their continued support, encouragement, and presence.

Your participation and contribution reflect the strength, culture, and unity of our community. The success of today’s program would not have been possible without your valuable support and dedication.

Once again, thank you for making the 31st Annual Sherpa Lhapso & Lungta Day 2026 a memorable, successful, and meaningful event.

With sincere gratitude,

United Sherpa Association (USA) Inc.

Sherpa Kyidug America – New York

31st Annual Sherpa Lhapso & Lungta Day 2026

📅 Date: Saturday, April 25th, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM
📍 Location:
Lhapso Land, 186 River Rd, Wallkill, NY 12589

LHAPSO & LUNGTA DAY – 2026

United Sherpa Association (USA) Inc.
(Sherpa Kyidug America – New York)

cordially invites all community members to participate in the auspicious occasion of:

Lhapso & Lungta Day

📅 Date: Saturday, April 25th, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM
📍 Location:
Lhapso Land, 186 River Rd, Wallkill, NY 12589

Important Information:

• Please book your Lungta on time in advance.
• Kindly use only Lungtas provided by Sherpa Kyidug America, New York.
• Let us gather together in unity to honor our traditions, offer prayers, and celebrate as a community.

ल्हाप्सो तथा लुङ्टा दिवस – २०२६

युनाइटेड शेर्पा एसोसिएसन (USA) इन्क.
(शेर्पा किदुग अमेरिका – न्यूयोर्क)

सम्पूर्ण समुदायलाई निम्न पवित्र अवसरमा सहभागी हुन हार्दिक निमन्त्रणा गर्दछ:

ल्हाप्सो तथा लुङ्टा दिवस

📅 मिति: शनिबार, अप्रिल २५, २०२६
⏰ समय: बिहान ९:०० बजे
📍 स्थान:
ल्हाप्सो ल्याण्ड, १८६ रिभर रोड, वालकिल, NY १२५८९

महत्वपूर्ण जानकारी:

• कृपया आफ्नो लुङ्टा समयमै अग्रिम बुक गर्नुहोस्।
• शेर्पा किदुग अमेरिका द्वारा उपलब्ध गराइएका लुङ्टा मात्र प्रयोग गर्नुहोस्।
• हामी सबै एकजुट भई परम्पराको सम्मान गरौं, प्रार्थना गरौं, र समुदायका रूपमा उत्सव मनाऔं।

📞 For More Information:

31ST LHAPSO LAWA’S NAMES – 2026

1. Mr. / Mrs. Pasang Dorje (AP) Lama Sherpa / Pema Chheki Sherpa
   Shyamo, Dolakha (Woodside, NY) | 646-593-3506
2. Mr. / Mrs. Tendi Sherpa / Pema Sherpa
   Mapung, Solukhumbu | 347-684-7963
3. Mr. / Mrs. Chapale Sherpa / Pasang Kipa
   New Jersey | 347-608-8627
4. Mr. / Mrs. Mingmar Sherpa / Tsechi Sherpa
   Kurima, Solukhumbu | 646-808-9025
5. Mr. / Mrs. Pasang Sherpa / Lhemi Sherpa
   Taksindu, Solukhumbu | 914-708-8662
6. Mr. / Mrs. Gelbu Sherpa
   Thalleri, Solukhumbu | 917-499-2675
7. Mr. / Mrs. Pemba Sherpa / Kanchima Sherpa
   Lyndhurst, New Jersey | 908-367-0357
8. Mr. / Mrs. Lakpa Tenji Sherpa / Ngima Chhamji Sherpa
   Techhim, Ramechhap | 347-515-3064
9. Mr. / Mrs. Er. Temba Sherpa / Kemi Sherpa Lama
   Kerung, Solukhumbu | 917-470-8393
10. Mr. / Mrs. Lakpa Sherpa
    Sankhuwasabha | 347-207-3903
11. Mr. / Mrs. Tenzing Sherpa / Kunjo L. Sherpa
    Phera, Solukhumbu | 347-985-5575
12. Mr. / Mrs. Dawa Nurbu Sherpa
    Khumbu Pasanglhamu Gaupaleka, Solukhumbu | 914-486-8136
13. Mr. / Mrs. Dawa Sherpa
    Taplejung | 646-829-6646

REPRESENTATIVES – UNITED SHERPA ASSOCIATION (USA) INC.

Sherpa Kyidug America, New York

A. Mr. Dorjee Sherpa (Treasurer)
Goli, Solukhumbu | 917-790-9516

B. Mr. Pemba Chhiri Sherpa
(Sherwi Rigshung Lopta Management)
Bhakanje, Solukhumbu | 908-367-0357

C. Ms. Kaljang Sherpa, President (NSSP)
Network of Sherpa Students and Professionals
New York | 646-461-0080

Invitation:

We warmly invite everyone to join and make this sacred day meaningful and successful through your presence and participation.

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On behalf of United Sherpa Association (USA) Inc. / Sherpa Kyidug America – New York, we would like to extend our sincere gratitude to everyone who contributed to the success of the Annual Sherpa Gyalpo Losar Party 2026.

We would like to thank our Board of Trustees Members and their families, Executive Committee Members and their families, Sherwi Rigshung Lopta, NSSP, all performers, artists and singers, dedicated volunteers, sponsors, friends and supporters, DJ Michael and his team, MC Dazima Sherpa, the wonderful food preparation team, and everyone who supported this event directly or indirectly.

Your cooperation, dedication, and generous support made this celebration a great success and a memorable cultural event for our community.

With heartfelt appreciation,

Losar Management Team 2026

United Sherpa Association (USA) Inc.

Sherpa Kyidug America – New York

प्रत्येक वर्ष लोसरको अवसरमा आयोजना गरिँदै आएको पवित्र ग्याप्सी पूजा कार्यक्रममा सहभागी हुन अग्नि वर्ष–पुरुष घोडा २१५३ (घोडा वर्ष) मा जन्मनु भएका महानुभावहरू तथा सम्पूर्ण श्रद्धालुहरूलाई हार्दिक निमन्त्रणा तथा विनम्र अनुरोध गर्दछौं।

ग्याप्सी पूजा के हो?

ग्याप्सी पूजा एक पवित्र बौद्ध धार्मिक अनुष्ठान हो, जसलाई सामूहिक रूपमा आध्यात्मिक शुद्धि, सुरक्षा तथा पुण्य आर्जनका लागि सम्पन्न गरिन्छ। धर्मगुरु लामा द्वारा मन्त्रपाठ तथा अर्पण सहित शान्ति, सद्भाव, बाधा निवारण तथा सम्पूर्ण समुदायको कल्याणका लागि प्रार्थना गरिन्छ। यसले शेर्पा सांस्कृतिक तथा धार्मिक परम्पराको संरक्षणमा महत्वपूर्ण योगदान पुर्‍याउँछ।

उक्त ग्याप्सी पूजामा सहभागी भई ग्रहदशा शान्ति तथा आध्यात्मिक कल्याणको अवसर प्राप्त गर्नुहोस्। उपस्थित हुन नसक्ने महानुभावहरूले आफ्नो वा परिवारको तर्फबाट डेल्वा पठाई पूजा सफल बनाउन सहयोग गर्नुहुन अनुरोध गर्दछौं।

नोट (डेल्वा जानकारी):

घोडा वर्ष (लो क्याक) मा जन्मनु भएका महानुभावहरूको लागि विशेष व्यवस्था।

डेल्वा रकम: USD $150 (गत वर्षझैं)।

भुक्तानी पछि ह्यान्ड स्ट्रिप ( Hand Strip) माग्न नभुल्नु होला।

मिति: आइतबार, मार्च १, २०२६

समय: बिहान ९:०० बजे देखि बेलुकी ४:३० बजे सम्म

स्थान:

United Sherpa Association (USA) Inc. / Sherpa Kyidug America – New York

(रिग्जीन छोखोर्लिङ गुम्बा)

41-01 Tenzing Norgay Sherpa Way / 75th St

Elmhurst, NY 11373

सबैको उपस्थितिको अपेक्षा गर्दछौं।

United Sherpa Association (USA) Inc. / Sherpa Kyidug America – New York

We warmly invite and respectfully request all devotees, especially those born in the Fire Male Horse Year 2153 (Year of the Horse), as well as all community members and well-wishers, to participate in the sacred Gyapshi Puja, which is traditionally organized every year on the occasion of Losar.

What is Gyapshi Puja?

Gyapshi Puja is a sacred Buddhist religious ritual performed collectively for spiritual purification, protection, and the accumulation of merit. Under the guidance of Buddhist Lamas, prayers, mantra recitations, and ritual offerings are conducted to promote peace, harmony, removal of obstacles, and the well-being of the entire community. This important ceremony also contributes to the preservation and promotion of Sherpa cultural and religious traditions.

We kindly encourage everyone to participate in this Gyapshi Puja to receive blessings for planetary harmony and spiritual well-being. Those who are unable to attend in person are respectfully requested to support the ceremony by sending Delwa offerings on behalf of themselves or their families.

Note (Delwa Information):

Special arrangements are available for individuals born in the Horse Year (Lo Kyak).

Delwa contribution: USD $150 (same as last year).

After making the payment, please remember to request your Hand Strip.

Date: Sunday, March 1, 2026

Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Venue:

United Sherpa Association (USA) Inc. / Sherpa Kyidug America – New York

(Rigzin Chokhorling Gumba)

41-01 Tenzing Norgay Sherpa Way / 75th St

Elmhurst, NY 11373

We look forward to your kind participation.

Happy Gyalpo Losar 2153 – Lunar New Year Greetings

On behalf of the United Sherpa Association (USA) Inc. / Sherpa Kyidug America – New York, we extend our heartfelt wishes for a joyful and prosperous Gyalpo Losar 2153 (Year of the Fire Male Horse).

May this auspicious Lunar New Year bring peace, happiness, good health, unity, and continued success to you, your family, and the entire community. We wish everyone a blessed and meaningful Losar celebration.

PLEASE DON’T MISS THE TSEWA SUM’S CITY LHAPSO FRIDAY FEBRUARY 20TH AT SHERPA KYIDUG ANERUCA NY,

41-01 Tenzing Nirgay Sherpa Way 74th St. Elmhurst NY 11373

Tashi Delek and Happy New Year!