Events List

Events List

Events List

This is the main calendar for the Insight Meditation Center (IMC) in Redwood City, CA. For events in Berkeley see the Berkeley calendar.

To view the standalone events calendar, click here. To access the calendar from other applications, click here (iCal).

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Monday, July 6th
  • 7:00 am - 7:45 am YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
    YouTube Livestream   |   IMC Website Livestream

    Every weekday morning:
    7:00-7:30:   lightly-guided 30-minute meditation
    7:30-7:45:    brief discussion of the dharma topic

    A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds. 

    This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC's website here. Or access it directly on YouTube. 

    If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visit IMC's donation page.
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  • 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Deanna Roberts
    Zoom: Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind! We will explore gentle and gradual cultivation of heart practices, which are both supportive for mindfulness and transformative in their own right.  Format: 5-10 min intro, 30-minute guided meditation, small-group practice, and discussion & Q/A. 

    Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/92006340224?pwd=U3dZZVVLWVpaeWtGWHQ5eGg1Lzc0UT09
    Meeting ID: 920 0634 0224; Passcode: metta
    One tap mobile:  +16699006833,,92006340224# US (San Jose)
    IMC YouTube Channel (Zoom is streamed live on YT concurrently): https://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live
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  • 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Lily Huang
    Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
    In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA

    Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.

    The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.

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  • 7:15 pm - 8:30 pm Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
    YouTube Livestream   |   IMC Website Livestream

    Join us on Monday evenings, 7:15–8:30pm Pacific, for a quiet, supportive space to deepen your practice. Each evening with Diana Clark includes a 30-minute silent meditation, a 30-minute Dharma talk exploring practical wisdom for daily life, and 15 minutes for questions and reflections. All are welcome.  

    Offered in-person and broadcast live on YouTube. The link for watching on our YouTube channel is here and above

    If you'd like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC's donation page here
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Tuesday, July 7th
  • 7:00 am - 7:45 am YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
    YouTube Livestream   |   IMC Website Livestream

    Every weekday morning:
    7:00-7:30:   lightly-guided 30-minute meditation
    7:30-7:45:    brief discussion of the dharma topic

    A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds. 

    This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC's website here. Or access it directly on YouTube. 

    If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visit IMC's donation page.
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  • 9:30 am - 10:45 am Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Kristina Isberg
    Join us for a 35 minute lightly guided meditation, a short Dharma talk, and practice questions & discussion. The meditation instructions include the four foundations of mindfulness, emphasizing embodied receptive awareness, mind states, and mental activity. Our teachings draw on many of the Buddha’s teachings, and include the approach of Sayadaw U Tejaniya. 

    Zoom link:
    https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86100257262?pwd=30xIUJHZ0bC1JnRt6t44pAfXLd3AWQ.1
    Meeting ID: 861 0025 7262
    Passcode: Aware
     
    If you'd like to donate to the teacher or IMC, you can do so on the donations page of the IMC website: www.insightmeditationcenter.org/donate/.

    Dial in
    Meeting ID: 861 0025 7262
    Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kcUCRysbdQ
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  • 6:00 pm - 7:15 pm Dharma en español (en zoom)
    Más detalles en el calendario en español: 
    https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/

    El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:

    Join Zoom Meeting
    https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86030275712?pwd=d3JVaEs2RWJDbm40TzBRR1dsYTlnZz09

    Meeting ID: 860 3027 5712
    Passcode: Respirando
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  • 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
    On Zoom: Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind! We will explore gentle and gradual cultivation of heart practices, which are both supportive for mindfulness and transformative in their own right.  Format: 5-10 min intro, 30-minute guided meditation, small-group practice, and discussion and Q/A. 

    Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/92006340224?pwd=U3dZZVVLWVpaeWtGWHQ5eGg1Lzc0UT09
    Meeting ID: 920 0634 0224; Passcode: metta
    One tap mobile:  +16699006833,,92006340224# US (San Jose)
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  • 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm Zoom: Sitting, Talk & Discussion - Refuges (Peter Fenczyk)
    Join Zoom: https://tinyurl.com/TuesdayDharma 
    Meeting ID: 893 3396 7495   ~  Passcode: 235226 

    Join various Dharma Leaders on Zoom 
    Format: 
    • 30 min Lightly Guided Meditation
    • 30 min Dharma Talk
    • 15 min for questions and discussion
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Wednesday, July 8th
  • 7:00 am - 7:45 am YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
    YouTube Livestream   |   IMC Website Livestream

    Every weekday morning:
    7:00-7:30:   lightly-guided 30-minute meditation
    7:30-7:45:    brief discussion of the dharma topic

    A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds. 

    This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC's website here. Or access it directly on YouTube. 

    If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visit IMC's donation page.
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  • 8:15 am - 9:00 am Basic Meditation Instruction
    In-person at IMC 45-minute introduction to IMC and the basic meditation practice taught at IMC. All are welcome. Registration not needed.
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  • 9:30 am - 12:15 pm Half-day Retreat with Gil Fronsdal
    • 9:30 – 10:15 am Sitting
    • 10:15 – 11:00 am Walking
    • 11:00 – 11:45 am Sitting
    • 11:45 – 12:00 pm Dharmette (Brief talk)
    • 12:00 – 12:15 pm Temple cleaning
    • 12:15 – Informal Lunch Gathering (bring bag lunch)

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  • 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Deanna Roberts
    Zoom: Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind! We will explore gentle and gradual cultivation of heart practices, which are both supportive for mindfulness and transformative in their own right.  Format: 5-10 min intro, 30-minute guided meditation, small-group practice, and discussion & Q/A. 

    Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/92006340224?pwd=U3dZZVVLWVpaeWtGWHQ5eGg1Lzc0UT09
    Meeting ID: 920 0634 0224; Passcode: metta
    One tap mobile:  +16699006833,,92006340224# US (San Jose)
    IMC YouTube Channel (Zoom is streamed live on YT concurrently): https://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live
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  • 7:30 pm - 8:15 pm YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette With Matthew Brensilver
      The Dharma path is an honest exploration of the human condition and a discovery of the principles conducive to peace. Matthew will guide a 30-minute meditation and offer a short talk exploring different Dharma topics. All are welcome
      This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. You can access it on the IMC website at  https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/  Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube at  https://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
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Thursday, July 9th
  • 7:00 am - 7:45 am YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
    YouTube Livestream   |   IMC Website Livestream

    Every weekday morning:
    7:00-7:30:   lightly-guided 30-minute meditation
    7:30-7:45:    brief discussion of the dharma topic

    A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds. 

    This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC's website here. Or access it directly on YouTube. 

    If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visit IMC's donation page.
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  • 9:00 am - 10:50 am Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
    In-Person at IMC Each session uses a variety of asanas (poses) to focus and calm the mind, enhance breath and overall awareness, and develop flexibility, balance and strength. Beginners are always welcome. The class is a mixed level and everyone is encouraged to work in accordance with their own needs and abilities. Bring a large towel and sticky mat, if you have one.
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  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm In-person and on Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
    In-person & on Zoom A gathering for self-identified women who wish to deepen practice in a loving community, as we learn to weave  mindfulness throughout our daily lives. For more information and to receive the zoom link, please contact Hilary at hborison@sbcglobal.net.
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  • 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
    On Zoom: Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind! We will explore gentle and gradual cultivation of heart practices, which are both supportive for mindfulness and transformative in their own right.  Format: 5-10 min intro, 30-minute guided meditation, small-group practice, and discussion and Q/A. 

    Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/92006340224?pwd=U3dZZVVLWVpaeWtGWHQ5eGg1Lzc0UT09
    Meeting ID: 920 0634 0224; Passcode: metta
    One tap mobile:  +16699006833,,92006340224# US (San Jose)
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Friday, July 10th
  • 7:00 am - 7:45 am YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
    YouTube Livestream   |   IMC Website Livestream

    Every weekday morning:
    7:00-7:30:   lightly-guided 30-minute meditation
    7:30-7:45:    brief discussion of the dharma topic

    A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds. 

    This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC's website here. Or access it directly on YouTube. 

    If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visit IMC's donation page.
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  • 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group

    Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.

     

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  • 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
    Zoom: Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind! We will explore gentle and gradual cultivation of heart practices, which are both supportive for mindfulness and transformative in their own right.  Format: 5-10 min intro, 30-minute guided meditation, small-group practice, and discussion & Q/A. 

    Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/92006340224?pwd=U3dZZVVLWVpaeWtGWHQ5eGg1Lzc0UT09
    Meeting ID: 920 0634 0224; Passcode: metta
    One tap mobile:  +16699006833,,92006340224# US (San Jose)
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Sunday, July 12th
  • 7:00 am - 8:00 am CANCELADA hoy: Raíces compartidas en el dhamma

    Raíces Compartidas en el Dhamma

    Un espacio en línea para cultivar la calma y la conexión en comunidad

    Domingos 7-8 am (PT) en zoom

    https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84430649648?pwd=EzssUmaShG0QbzQfSdC4h46m7ECA0W.1

    Te invitamos a las sesiones semanales de los domingos de “Raíces Compartidas en el Dhamma”, un refugio en medio de la rutina para encontrar quietud en medio del ruido cotidiano, hacer una pausa y simplemente ser. El propósito de estos encuentros es ofrecer un apoyo continuo para la práctica de meditación vipassana y fortalecer los lazos de nuestra comunidad.

    ¿Qué haremos cada semana?

    Meditar: Una meditación guiada para cultivar la calma y la claridad.

    Escuchar: Una breve charla sobre temas de atención y vida consciente.

    Compartir: Un espacio abierto para el diálogo, preguntas y la reflexión grupal.

    "La consciencia plena florece cuando lo compartimos."

    No se requiere experiencia previa. Solo trae una mente abierta. 

    Este programa se ofrece sin costo alguno y no es necesario inscribirse. Visitar la página de donaciones del IMC aquí si desea hacer una donación a las maestras y maestros o al centro 

    Para recibir información de nuestras actividades, por favor llenar este sencillo formulario.

    Quiénes somos.

    ¡Te esperamos!

    https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84430649648?pwd=EzssUmaShG0QbzQfSdC4h46m7ECA0W.1

    Reunión: 844 3064 9648

    Contraseña: comunidad

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  • 8:30 am - 9:10 am Silent Sitting
    In-person attendance is open without registration. Masks are no longer required.

    If you'd like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC's donation page

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  • 9:25 am - 10:45 am Sitting and Talk With Gil Fronsdal
      In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC's website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
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  • 10:45 am - 11:30 am Tea Following Regular Sunday Program

    Join us for an informal tea with light refreshments on the Second Sunday of each month, following the regular Sunday morning program. Everyone is welcome to this opportunity to meet new friends and connect with old friends.
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  • 10:45 am - 11:30 am Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
    Build and maintain community by connecting online with other IMC sangha members to discuss the Sunday dharma talk and share about our Buddhist practices. Please join us on Zoom each Sunday following the dharma talk at approximately 10:45 am for about 45 minutes for breakout rooms and/or large group discussions. Facilitated by Jan Messer and Barry Rothman, IMC sangha members. 

    Join Zoom Meeting
    https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84009542053?pwd=V09IOXJhOHZ2TnovMGpiK2s3V243Zz09

    Meeting ID: 840 0954 2053
    Passcode: Sangha

    One tap mobile
    +16699009128,,84009542053#,,,,*571074# US (San Jose)
    +16694449171,,84009542053#,,,,*571074# US

    Dial-in access
    Meeting ID: 840 0954 2053
    Passcode: 571074
    Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kbTdVwhpHY
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  • 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Dharma Sprouts & Dharma Rocks Combined Meeting with Carla Rayacich
    Join us on Sunday July 12 at 11:30am at Stafford Park for a combined meeting of Dharma Sprputs and Dharma Rocks. Please bring a picnic lunch.

    Location: Stafford Park: Hopkins Avenue between King and Lowell Streets, Redwood City, CA

    Email  IMC.familyprogram@gmail.com for more information.
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  • 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Zoom: Asian Dharma Circle with Ying Chen
    Zoom link 

    Meeting ID: 898 8792 7912
    Password: 925962

    This dharma circle includes sitting meditation, a short dharma talk, discussion and community activities. We intend to provide a safe, friendly, and nourishing environment. Open to all self-identified people of Asian or South Asian, Southeast Asian, East Asian and Pacific Islander background. No registration required. For more information contact asianimc2020@gmail.com.

    Ying Chen's Biography
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  • 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm PAUSED for Summer: Zoom: Mindful Teens — Dharma Bodhis Meeting with Hilary Borison and Conrad Sherby
    Second Sunday of the Month, 5:30 – 7:00 pm
    on Zoom

    Meetings are paused for the Summer and will resume in October. 
    Please contact Hilary at imc.familyprogram@gmail.com for the Zoom link. You can find more information on the Mindful Teens and Dharma Bodhis programs on the IMC website.
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  • 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm Zoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
    WEEKLY ON SUNDAY,  7-8:15 PM. 
    Group discussion and study exploring Buddhist practices and principles in Recovery from all forms of addiction. The format includes a 15-20 minute period of sitting meditation, a talk or reading on Dharma and recovery followed by an open discussion on your experience in recovery. Everyone is welcome. 
    Ours is a peer-led support group, facilitated by a rotating group of volunteers. 

    Join Zoom Meeting

    https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87190223659?pwd=e1FnfyI5tb9YNkYW8pfYjddCGvPZYJ.1

    Meeting ID: 871 9022 3659
    Passcode: metta
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    +16699006833,,87190223659#,,,,*926810# US (San Jose)
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    Dial by your location
    +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)
    +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)

    Meeting ID: 871 9022 3659
    Passcode: 926810

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