There is no cost for classes, events and retreats at IMC. Donations are welcome. No pre-registration is required unless otherwise stated.
In response to parents’ requests, IMC began a children’s program in 1996. In recent years we have received numerous requests to expand our offering of youth programs. We have designed four age-appropriate programs beginning with kindergarten-aged kids and ending with 12th grade high school students.
Dharma Sprouts (K – 2nd Grade)
led by Liz Powell & others
First Sunday of the month, except second Sunday April and July 2010
11:15 am – 12:00 pm
Brief meditations and dharma practice through stories, songs, art, movement, and games. Parents/caregivers participate alongside their young children. Please contact Liz if you plan to attend.
- Will not meet on August 1st. Instead, will meet from 11:15 to noon on Sunday, August 15th, at Stafford Park (corner of Hopkins and King, 9 blocks west of IMC.)
- Will not meet on September 5th (Labor Day weekend), but will meet instead on Sunday, September 12th, again at Stafford Park.
- Will resume usual schedule on first Sundays at IMC on October 3rd.
Dharma Rocks Youth Program (3rd – 8th Grade)
Led by Liz Powell
Second Sunday of the month, 5:15 – 7:15 pm No meeting in July & August 2010
Includes fun, interactive, community-building games and crafts, pizza, and a half-hour of practice and dharma. Contact Hilary Borison (650) 575-2052.
Coming-of-Age Program (7th & 8th Grades)
Starting in September 2010
Monthly meetings for youths who commit for the entire year aiming to provide support through the transition from childhood to adolescence, laying the strong foundation for the teenage years. There will be two groups, one for girls and one for boys. Contact Lauren Silver.
- Coming of Age Program: ‘Parents Only’ Introductory Meeting: Tuesday, July 13, 7:30 to 9pm
Plans for the Coming of Age Program are now in place, and we will be starting our first groups in the fall. Two separate groups will be formed, one for girls and one for boys; both will be open to 7th and 8th graders. Groups will meet monthly from September, 2010 through May, 2011.
You and your children are invited to join the teachers and program organizers for two introductory meetings, during which you will learn more about our goals and and plans for the program, find out about logistics and other details, and get answers to any questions that you may have.
Parents only: Tuesday, July 13, 7:30 to 9 pm, at IMC
Youths only (both boys and girls): Sunday, September 19, 1 to 4 pm, at Jikoji (a beautiful zen temple and retreat center on Skyline Blvd., south of Page Mill Rd.; driving directions are here: http://www.jikoji.org/gettinghere.html). More information about this meeting will be available during the parent meeting in July.
Pre-registration is not required, and you may feel free to extend this invitation to other families whose children might be interested. Attendance at the introductory meetings does not imply a commitment to the program. However, youths who wish to continue with the group after September will be asked to commit to regular, monthly attendance for the duration of the program year. Contact Lauren Silver.
Dharma Teens (High School Youth)
led by Alicia McLucas, Aaron Chavira, and Trent Walker
First Sunday of the month, 5:00 – 7:00 pm,
A safe and fun space where teens can learn to apply the practices and principles of mindfulness to support their self-discovery, empowerment, and fulfillment. It is also intended to be a trusting environment where teens can discuss among themselves and adult facilitators, issues that are important in their lives.
Please RSVP for purposes of food headcount to Alicia McLucas (650) 361-8800.
Recommended Books
Please visit these links for recommended books for teens and children.
