An optional group practice discussion for those participating in the DMP program.

Tuesdays from September 10 - October 8, 1- 2:30pm.

Mindfulness meditation, also known as insight meditation or vipassana, is a simple technique that concentrates and calms the mind. At the heart of mindfulness meditation is the practice of moment-to-moment observation which cultivates a clear, stable and non-judgmental awareness. While mindfulness practice can be highly effective in helping bring calm and clarity to the pressures of daily life, it is also a spiritual path that gradually dissolves the barriers to the full development of our wisdom and compassion.

During this introductory course, the basic instructions in mindfulness meditation will be given sequentially, starting with a focus on mindfulness of breathing, followed by mindfulness of the body, emotions, thinking, and the application of mindfulness in daily life.

Ying Chen’s biography

Meditación y pláticas de Dharma en español.

Andrea Castillo's Biografía

• 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

Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these weekly offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together will start with a brief introduction to the week's topic, followed by a 30-minute guided meditation and conclude with discussion and a question and answer period. All are welcome.

Out of compassion for our neighbors, please do not park on the 100 block of Birch St (the street where IMC is). There is plenty of street parking within a 2-4 min walk of IMC.

Diana Clark's Biography
Nikki Mirghafori's Biography

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.

Terry Lesser's biography

Meetings include brief sittings and consideration of pertinent
Dharma topics; the primary purpose of each group is to provide
each participant an opportunity to share personal challenges, triumphs, hopes, and fears with individuals facing a similar situation.
At least four days before attending the group for the first time, please contact
Ying Chen at 408-802-6430 or yingchenb@yahoo.com

This is a great opportunity for a full day of immersion in silent Dharma Practice. Practicing mindfulness on retreat is one of the foundations for maturing insight meditation. The simplicity, silence and support of retreats contribute to letting go of many of the distractions that get in the way of clear seeing. Retreats also are a wonderful environment for developing a continuity of awareness for an extended period.

Fifteen minute Interviews will be available on a sign up basis.

You are welcome to come for the entire day or drop in for any part of the retreat. If you come for only part of the retreat, please enter the meditation hall only at the beginning of a scheduled sitting. If you come while a sit is in progress, sit in one of the chairs in the outer hall.

Bring lunch. light breakfast and dinner are offered.

Schedule:
6:00 - 7:00 am Sit
7:00 - 8:15 am Breakfast
8:15 – 9:00 am Sit
9:00 – 9:45 am Walk
9:45 – 10:30 am Sit
10:30 – 10:45 am Walk
10:45 – 11:30 am Sit
11:30 – 12:00 noon Dharma Talk
12:00 – 1:15 pm Lunch
1:15 – 2:00 pm Sit
2:00 – 2:45 pm Walk
2:45 – 3:30 pm Sit
3:30 – 4:00 pm Walk
4:00 – 4:45 pm Sit
4:45 – 5:00 pm Dharmette
5:00 – 6:00 pm Supper/tea:
6:00 – 6:20 pm Temple cleaning
6:20 – 7:00 pm Sit
7:00 – 7:30 pm Walk
7:30 – 8:15 pm Sit
8:15 – 9:00 pm Dharma Talk

Max Erdstein Biography  (https://audiodharma.org/teacher/219/)

• 8:30 – 9:10 am Sitting
• 9:10 – 9:25 am Walking
• 9:25 – 10:00 am Sitting
• 10:00 – 10:45 am Dharma talk

A peer-led sitting group open to all lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender diverse, intersex and queer individuals. Co-facilitated by Sue Bachman and Joe Hayes with guiding Teacher is John Martin and bruni dávila, imcqueersangha@gmail.com.

John Martin's biography & bruni dávila's biography

Sunday evenings, 7:30 to 9pm. (except the 2nd Sunday of the month). This weekly group addresses themes relevant to people in their 20s and 30s and includes guided meditations, short dharma talks, and group discussions. We have a friendly and vibrant ongoing community, and all are welcome to drop in at any time.

Max Erdstein's biography

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.

Terry Lesser's Biography

A 45-minute silent meditation session is followed by a 45-minute dharma talk.

Please do not park on the 100 block of Birch Street (the block the Insight Meditation Center is one).

An optional group practice discussion for those participating in the DMP program.

Tuesdays from September 10 - October 8, 1- 2:30pm.

Mindfulness meditation, also known as insight meditation or vipassana, is a simple technique that concentrates and calms the mind. At the heart of mindfulness meditation is the practice of moment-to-moment observation which cultivates a clear, stable and non-judgmental awareness. While mindfulness practice can be highly effective in helping bring calm and clarity to the pressures of daily life, it is also a spiritual path that gradually dissolves the barriers to the full development of our wisdom and compassion.

During this introductory course, the basic instructions in mindfulness meditation will be given sequentially, starting with a focus on mindfulness of breathing, followed by mindfulness of the body, emotions, thinking, and the application of mindfulness in daily life.

Ying Chen’s biography

Meditación y pláticas de Dharma en español.

Andrea Castillo's Biografía

• 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

Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these weekly offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together will start with a brief introduction to the week's topic, followed by a 30-minute guided meditation and conclude with discussion and a question and answer period. All are welcome.

Out of compassion for our neighbors, please do not park on the 100 block of Birch St (the street where IMC is). There is plenty of street parking within a 2-4 min walk of IMC.

Diana Clark's Biography
Nikki Mirghafori's Biography

Wednesdays from September 25 - October 23, 7:30- 9:00pm.

Mindfulness meditation, also known as insight meditation or vipassana, is a simple technique that concentrates and calms the mind. At the heart of mindfulness meditation is the practice of moment-to-moment observation which cultivates a clear, stable and non-judgmental awareness. While mindfulness practice can be highly effective in helping bring calm and clarity to the pressures of daily life, it is also a spiritual path that gradually dissolves the barriers to the full development of our wisdom and compassion.

During this introductory course, the basic instructions in mindfulness meditation will be given sequentially, starting with a focus on mindfulness of breathing, followed by mindfulness of the body, emotions, thinking, and the application of mindfulness in daily life.

Gil Fronsdal’s biography

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.

Terry Lesser's biography

For the purpose of putting an end to suffering, the Buddha divided questions into four types: those that deserve a categorical answer, those that deserve an analytical answer, those that deserve that the person asking the question be cross-questioned, and those that deserve to be put aside. To know where a particular question falls within these categories, he said, is a sign of discernment. This day-long course will look at how the Buddha himself applied this scheme to the questions that other people asked him and to the questions he asked himself during his search for awakening. The purpose will be to gain a deeper understanding of the Buddha’s teachings by seeing what kinds of questions they were and were not intended to answer, and to gain a better sense of what kinds of questions we should be asking ourselves to guide our practice. Handout for the daylong can be found at Skill in Questions Sati Center

Bring lunch. There will be an opportunity to donate food for the meal offering to the monastics

• 8:30 – 9:10 am Sitting
• 9:10 – 9:25 am Walking
• 9:25 – 10:00 am Sitting
• 10:00 – 10:45 am Dharma talk

Vegetarian Potluck Brunch Last Sunday each month at 11am. All are welcome.

For today's potluck there will be an opportunity to donate food for the meal offering to Thanissaro Bhikkhu and other monastics.

Sunday evenings, 7:30 to 9pm. (except the 2nd Sunday of the month). This weekly group addresses themes relevant to people in their 20s and 30s and includes guided meditations, short dharma talks, and group discussions. We have a friendly and vibrant ongoing community, and all are welcome to drop in at any time.

Max Erdstein's biography

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.

Terry Lesser's Biography

A 45-minute silent meditation session is followed by a 45-minute dharma talk.

Please do not park on the 100 block of Birch Street (the block the Insight Meditation Center is one).

Tuesdays from September 10 - October 8, 1- 2:30pm.

Mindfulness meditation, also known as insight meditation or vipassana, is a simple technique that concentrates and calms the mind. At the heart of mindfulness meditation is the practice of moment-to-moment observation which cultivates a clear, stable and non-judgmental awareness. While mindfulness practice can be highly effective in helping bring calm and clarity to the pressures of daily life, it is also a spiritual path that gradually dissolves the barriers to the full development of our wisdom and compassion.

During this introductory course, the basic instructions in mindfulness meditation will be given sequentially, starting with a focus on mindfulness of breathing, followed by mindfulness of the body, emotions, thinking, and the application of mindfulness in daily life.

Ying Chen’s biography

Meditación y pláticas de Dharma en español.

Andrea Castillo's Biografía

• 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

Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these weekly offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together will start with a brief introduction to the week's topic, followed by a 30-minute guided meditation and conclude with discussion and a question and answer period. All are welcome.

Out of compassion for our neighbors, please do not park on the 100 block of Birch St (the street where IMC is). There is plenty of street parking within a 2-4 min walk of IMC.

Diana Clark's Biography
Nikki Mirghafori's Biography

Wednesdays from September 25 - October 23, 7:30- 9:00pm.

Mindfulness meditation, also known as insight meditation or vipassana, is a simple technique that concentrates and calms the mind. At the heart of mindfulness meditation is the practice of moment-to-moment observation which cultivates a clear, stable and non-judgmental awareness. While mindfulness practice can be highly effective in helping bring calm and clarity to the pressures of daily life, it is also a spiritual path that gradually dissolves the barriers to the full development of our wisdom and compassion.

During this introductory course, the basic instructions in mindfulness meditation will be given sequentially, starting with a focus on mindfulness of breathing, followed by mindfulness of the body, emotions, thinking, and the application of mindfulness in daily life.

Gil Fronsdal’s biography

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.

Terry Lesser's biography

Meetings include brief sittings and consideration of pertinent
Dharma topics; the primary purpose of each group is to provide
each participant an opportunity to share personal challenges, triumphs, hopes, and fears with individuals facing a similar situation.
At least four days before attending the group for the first time, please contact
Ying Chen at 408-802-6430 or yingchenb@yahoo.com

Practicing mindfulness on retreat is one of the foundations for maturing insight meditation. The simplicity, silence and support of retreats contribute to letting go of many of the distractions that get in the way of clear seeing. Retreats also are a wonderful environment for developing a continuity of awareness for an extended period.

This particular daylong retreat is meant for people who already understand the basic practice of mindfulness; no instruction will be given.

The schedule consists of alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation. At the end of the day there will be a Dharma talk. Brief interviews to talk about the practice will be available. Previous experience is recommended. Bring Lunch.

Gil Fronsdal's biography

• 8:30 – 9:10 am Sitting
• 9:10 – 9:25 am Walking
• 9:25 – 10:00 am Sitting
• 10:00 – 10:45 am Dharma talk

Meditation and mindfulness practice through stories, songs, art, movement, and games. Parents/caregivers participate with their children. Please contact Hilary Borison at hborison@sbcglobal.net or 650-575-2052 for more information or to RSVP. Please provide first names of each adult and child who will attend.

The Buddha’s most explicit path of practice is the Eightfold Path. This is a set of eight practical approaches to bring Buddhist practice into the width and depth of our lives. The Eightfold Path Program is an introduction to each of the Eightfold factors so participants will discover how to apply each set of practices in ways that are personally meaningful.

All are welcome to attend the Sunday sessions below. To be assigned a mentor for additional private monthly meetings, application is required. Please fill out the online application, which will be available in late July so that you can apply to get a mentor, to audit the course, and to receive course material via email. The deadline for applying is Sept. 1st. 

Dates of Public Meetings at IMC (except for the first and last sessions, all are Sunday 1pm to 3:30pm):
2019
Introduction to the Path & Program–Sep 8 (1:00- 2:30pm); Right View–Oct 6; Right Intention–Nov 3; Right Speech–Dec 1 
2020
Right Action–Jan 12; Right Livelihood–Feb 16; Right Effort–Mar 15; Right Mindfulness–Apr 19; Right Concentration–May 17; Concluding Daylong Retreat at Insight Retreat Center, Santa Cruz—Sat., June 13 (9:30am- 4pm)

IMC Website for more details

Join us for an afternoon retreat at the Environmental Volunteers’ EcoCenter located at the beautiful Palo Alto Baylands' Nature Preserve. We will collectively turn off our digital devices and turn our hearts and minds to awe inspiring nature inside and outside. The event is held rain or shine, partly indoors and partly outdoors, sitting and walking. There will be guided meditation, periods of silent sitting and walking, Q/A, and a short dharma talk. Beginners and experienced practitioners welcome.  

Chairs available. If you wish to sit on the floor, please bring zafu/zabuton.

Map and directions

Diana Clark's Biography

A safe and fun space where teens can learn the practice of mindfulness to support their self-discovery, happiness, and stress reduction. It is intended to be a trusting environment where teens can discuss among themselves and adult facilitators, issues that are important in their lives. Meets 1st and 3rd Sundays of every month - 5-6:30pm. For more information: www.MindfulTeens.net Please RSVP to Vy/Gregor at ImcMindfulTeens@gmail.com or on the website.

Sunday evenings, 7:30 to 9pm. (except the 2nd Sunday of the month). This weekly group addresses themes relevant to people in their 20s and 30s and includes guided meditations, short dharma talks, and group discussions. We have a friendly and vibrant ongoing community, and all are welcome to drop in at any time.

Max Erdstein's biography

The DMP is an eight-month program giving experienced practitioners the opportunity to delve into meditation practice and the Buddhist teachings and instructions for meditation. The program will focus on understanding the different attentional factors involved in mindfulness, insight, and concentration meditation. We will also consider the supports and challenges to meditation, and the experiences and insights emphasized in traditional Vipassana practice. Components of the program include monthly group meetings, readings, short reflective writing assignments and small group practice-discussion meetings with Diana Clark, Max Erdstein and possibly other teachers. Additional optional components are a seven-day retreat at IRC for forty people in March 2020 and a series of daylong retreats at IMC focusing on themes augmenting the program.
As this is an immersion program, having a regular meditation practice is required. Additional prerequisites are five years of committed insight meditation practice, 4 seven-day (or longer) silent insight meditation retreats and completion of the IMC Eightfold Path Program or its equivalent.
Dates: 9:30 am-4:00 pm: Aug 26; 9:00 am – 4:00 pm: Oct 7, Nov 11, Dec 2, Jan 6, Feb 3, Mar 2, Apr 20 May 18. Optional retreat: Mar 15-22. To apply go to IMC’s website Special Events page after June 1; Applications due by August 1. Notification of acceptance by Aug 14.

Gil Fronsdal Biography
Diana Clark Biography
Max Erdstein Biography

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.

Terry Lesser's Biography

A 45-minute silent meditation session is followed by a 45-minute dharma talk.

Please do not park on the 100 block of Birch Street (the block the Insight Meditation Center is one).

Tuesdays from September 10 - October 8, 1- 2:30pm.

Mindfulness meditation, also known as insight meditation or vipassana, is a simple technique that concentrates and calms the mind. At the heart of mindfulness meditation is the practice of moment-to-moment observation which cultivates a clear, stable and non-judgmental awareness. While mindfulness practice can be highly effective in helping bring calm and clarity to the pressures of daily life, it is also a spiritual path that gradually dissolves the barriers to the full development of our wisdom and compassion.

During this introductory course, the basic instructions in mindfulness meditation will be given sequentially, starting with a focus on mindfulness of breathing, followed by mindfulness of the body, emotions, thinking, and the application of mindfulness in daily life.

Ying Chen’s biography

Meditación y pláticas de Dharma en español.

Andrea Castillo's Biografía

• 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

Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these weekly offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together will start with a brief introduction to the week's topic, followed by a 30-minute guided meditation and conclude with discussion and a question and answer period. All are welcome.

Out of compassion for our neighbors, please do not park on the 100 block of Birch St (the street where IMC is). There is plenty of street parking within a 2-4 min walk of IMC.

Diana Clark's Biography
Nikki Mirghafori's Biography

Wednesdays from September 25 - October 23, 7:30- 9:00pm.

Mindfulness meditation, also known as insight meditation or vipassana, is a simple technique that concentrates and calms the mind. At the heart of mindfulness meditation is the practice of moment-to-moment observation which cultivates a clear, stable and non-judgmental awareness. While mindfulness practice can be highly effective in helping bring calm and clarity to the pressures of daily life, it is also a spiritual path that gradually dissolves the barriers to the full development of our wisdom and compassion.

During this introductory course, the basic instructions in mindfulness meditation will be given sequentially, starting with a focus on mindfulness of breathing, followed by mindfulness of the body, emotions, thinking, and the application of mindfulness in daily life.

Gil Fronsdal’s biography

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.

Terry Lesser's biography

A gathering for women who wish to deepen practice by exploring together how to bring principles of mindfulness into our daily lives. The circle will meet on the second Thursday of each month.  You're welcome to bring lunch or have tea until 1pm. Facilitated by Hilary Borison, hborison@sbcglobal.net.

Fridays, 9:30-12:00 (not 9:00 as stated in the newsletter): Sept. 13, Oct. 11, Nov. 8, Dec. 13, Jan. 17, Feb. 14, Mar. 13, Apr. 17, May 15, June 19
The ten perfections (paramis) are ten qualities of character which, when developed, support both Buddhist practice and compassionate involvement in the world. This series will combine emailed readings and reflections with in-class teachings and discussion of what we read and reflected on. Sign-up forms will appear on the web in late July [at https://audiodharma.wufoo.com/forms/r1qumzdp06juayb/]. This is just a short form for getting on the mailing list for the course materials. No deadline, but please sign up if you plan to attend or audit the course. Suggested reading prior to the first class: http://ajahnsucitto.org/articles/parami-1-crossing-the-floods/. Participants are welcome to bring a brown bag lunch and stay for lunch.

Chris Clifford's Biography, David Cohn's Biography, Jennifer Lemas's Biography

One goal of Buddhist meditation is for meditators to become their own teachers. This is done by learning to wisely evaluate one’s own meditation and recognize the path of practice as it appears for us. In the big picture, one learns to recognize which practice and how to practice given what is happening in the present. Moment by moment in meditation, being one’s own teacher is choosing how to meet and practice with whatever is arising; it is recognizing what is helpful and not helpful, what freeing and not freeing. Join us as we explore the Buddha’s guidance on evaluating our practice so that we might find greater ease and freedom. The day will include teachings, guided meditation, and small group discussions. Please bring lunch.

Diana Clark’s Biography

• 8:30 – 9:10 am Sitting
• 9:10 – 9:25 am Walking
• 9:25 – 10:00 am Sitting
• 10:00 – 10:45 am Dharma talk

(Sixth graders have the option of attending Dharma Rocks and/or Dharma Bodhis)
Led by Hilary Borison.

A time to explore how the dharma can support challenges and opportunities pertinent to middle schoolers through small and large group discussions, mindfulness practice, creative activities, interactive games, pizza dinner, and opportunities for community service.
No registration required, however, RSVPs are encouraged for dinner plans.
Please contact Hilary Borison at hborison@sbcglobal.net or 650-575-2052 for more information or to RSVP.

SECOND SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH, 7:30 TO 9PM. Group discussion and study exploring the 12-Step program and and the teachings of the Buddha. The format includes a 30 minute period of sitting meditation, a reading on Dharma and recovery and open discussion on the reading. Everyone welcome. Facilitated by Jennifer Lemas, jennlemas@comcast.net.

An optional group practice discussion for those participating in the DMP program.

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.

Terry Lesser's Biography

A 45-minute silent meditation session is followed by a 45-minute dharma talk.

Please do not park on the 100 block of Birch Street (the block the Insight Meditation Center is one).

Meditación y pláticas de Dharma en español.

Andrea Castillo's Biografía

• 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

Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these weekly offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together will start with a brief introduction to the week's topic, followed by a 30-minute guided meditation and conclude with discussion and a question and answer period. All are welcome.

Out of compassion for our neighbors, please do not park on the 100 block of Birch St (the street where IMC is). There is plenty of street parking within a 2-4 min walk of IMC.

Diana Clark's Biography
Nikki Mirghafori's Biography

Wednesdays from September 25 - October 23, 7:30- 9:00pm.

Mindfulness meditation, also known as insight meditation or vipassana, is a simple technique that concentrates and calms the mind. At the heart of mindfulness meditation is the practice of moment-to-moment observation which cultivates a clear, stable and non-judgmental awareness. While mindfulness practice can be highly effective in helping bring calm and clarity to the pressures of daily life, it is also a spiritual path that gradually dissolves the barriers to the full development of our wisdom and compassion.

During this introductory course, the basic instructions in mindfulness meditation will be given sequentially, starting with a focus on mindfulness of breathing, followed by mindfulness of the body, emotions, thinking, and the application of mindfulness in daily life.

Gil Fronsdal’s biography

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.

Terry Lesser's biography

An optional group practice discussion for those participating in the DMP program.

Meetings include brief sittings and consideration of pertinent
Dharma topics; the primary purpose of each group is to provide
each participant an opportunity to share personal challenges, triumphs, hopes, and fears with individuals facing a similar situation.
At least four days before attending the group for the first time, please contact
Ying Chen at 408-802-6430 or yingchenb@yahoo.com

What is the teaching on emptiness?  The third century Indian Buddhist master Nagarjuna said: “Emptiness wrongly grasped is like picking up a poisonous snake by the wrong end.”  An incorrect understanding of this teaching can lead to nihilism or spiritual bypass.  A wise discernment of this subtle teaching can serve as a liberating way to perceive phenomena and the self, leading to freedom and compassion.  In this daylong, we approach teachings on emptiness both intellectually, through lectures and discussions, and experientially (to the extent possible) through guided meditations.  Bring a bag lunch.

Nikki Mirghafori Biography 

• 8:30 – 9:10 am Sitting
• 9:10 – 9:25 am Walking
• 9:25 – 10:00 am Sitting
• 10:00 – 10:45 am Dharma talk

Led by Hilary Borison. Third Sunday of each month at IMC, 11:15am to 12:30pm. Interactive mindfulness meditations, games, art/ crafts, and movement. RSVP to Hilary at hborison@sbcglobal.net or 650/575-2052 if you plan to attend, including the first name and age of each participant.

A safe and fun space where teens can learn the practice of mindfulness to support their self-discovery, happiness, and stress reduction. It is intended to be a trusting environment where teens can discuss among themselves and adult facilitators, issues that are important in their lives. Meets 1st and 3rd Sundays of every month - 5-6:30pm. For more information:www.MindfulTeens.net Please RSVP to Vy/Gregor at ImcMindfulTeens@gmail.com or on the website.

Sunday evenings, 7:30 to 9pm. (except the 2nd Sunday of the month). This weekly group addresses themes relevant to people in their 20s and 30s and includes guided meditations, short dharma talks, and group discussions. We have a friendly and vibrant ongoing community, and all are welcome to drop in at any time.

Max Erdstein's biography

An optional group practice discussion for those participating in the DMP program.

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.

Terry Lesser's Biography

A 45-minute silent meditation session is followed by a 45-minute dharma talk.

Please do not park on the 100 block of Birch Street (the block the Insight Meditation Center is one).

Meditación y pláticas de Dharma en español.

Andrea Castillo's Biografía

• 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

Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these weekly offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together will start with a brief introduction to the week's topic, followed by a 30-minute guided meditation and conclude with discussion and a question and answer period. All are welcome.

Out of compassion for our neighbors, please do not park on the 100 block of Birch St (the street where IMC is). There is plenty of street parking within a 2-4 min walk of IMC.

Diana Clark's Biography
Nikki Mirghafori's Biography

Wednesdays from September 25 - October 23, 7:30- 9:00pm.

Mindfulness meditation, also known as insight meditation or vipassana, is a simple technique that concentrates and calms the mind. At the heart of mindfulness meditation is the practice of moment-to-moment observation which cultivates a clear, stable and non-judgmental awareness. While mindfulness practice can be highly effective in helping bring calm and clarity to the pressures of daily life, it is also a spiritual path that gradually dissolves the barriers to the full development of our wisdom and compassion.

During this introductory course, the basic instructions in mindfulness meditation will be given sequentially, starting with a focus on mindfulness of breathing, followed by mindfulness of the body, emotions, thinking, and the application of mindfulness in daily life.

Gil Fronsdal’s biography

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.

Terry Lesser's biography

Sati Center Event.
Bhante Sujato has recently completed a translation of the four main Pali Nikayas, as well as several of the shorter books of the Pali canon. Here he shares his process and insights gained in framing 2,500 year old Indian teachings in a contemporary voice.

Bring lunch. There will be an opportunity to donate food for the meal offering to the monastics

No registration required. Just show up.

Bhante Sujato's Biography

• 8:30 – 9:10 am Sitting
• 9:10 – 9:25 am Walking
• 9:25 – 10:00 am Sitting
• 10:00 – 10:45 am Dharma talk

Vegetarian Potluck Brunch Last Sunday each month at 11am. All are welcome.

A peer-led sitting group open to all lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender diverse, intersex and queer individuals. Co-facilitated by Sue Bachman and Joe Hayes with guiding Teacher is John Martin and bruni dávila, imcqueersangha@gmail.com.

John Martin's biography & bruni dávila's biography

Sunday evenings, 7:30 to 9pm. (except the 2nd Sunday of the month). This weekly group addresses themes relevant to people in their 20s and 30s and includes guided meditations, short dharma talks, and group discussions. We have a friendly and vibrant ongoing community, and all are welcome to drop in at any time.

Max Erdstein's biography

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.

Terry Lesser's Biography

A 45-minute silent meditation session is followed by a 45-minute dharma talk.

Please do not park on the 100 block of Birch Street (the block the Insight Meditation Center is one).

Meditación y pláticas de Dharma en español.

Andrea Castillo's Biografía

• 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

Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these weekly offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together will start with a brief introduction to the week's topic, followed by a 30-minute guided meditation and conclude with discussion and a question and answer period. All are welcome.

Out of compassion for our neighbors, please do not park on the 100 block of Birch St (the street where IMC is). There is plenty of street parking within a 2-4 min walk of IMC.

Diana Clark's Biography
Nikki Mirghafori's Biography

FOUR WEDNESDAY EVENINGS, 7:30 TO 9PM; OCT 30, NOV 6, 13 & 20. 

Please join us as we explore and discuss well- known obstructions to practice, the “Five Hindrances.” In this course we’ll explore how to skillfully work with sensual desire, ill will, sloth & torpor, restlessness & worry, and doubt using mindfulness and antidotes. We’ll practice how to turn these potential stumbling blocks into stepping stones to greater ease and happiness. The course will include talks, guided meditations and discussions. 

Diana Clark's Biography & Tanya Wiser's Biography 

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.

Terry Lesser's biography

Still, flowing water: cultivating samadhi for wholeness, healing, and Insight.

To train in samadhi is to center, steady, and unify the heart and mind. The Buddha taught that one who cultivates samadhi sees “things as they are.” This one-day sitting will offer guided practices and teachings to support a softness, silence and stillness that nourishes our being and allows us to open to the flow of life exactly as it is. Beginners and experienced meditators welcome. Please bring a bag lunch.

Max Erdstein’s Biography

• 8:30 – 9:10 am Sitting
• 9:10 – 9:25 am Walking
• 9:25 – 10:00 am Sitting
• 10:00 – 10:45 am Dharma talk

Meditation and mindfulness practice through stories, songs, art, movement, and games. Parents/caregivers participate with their children. Please contact Hilary Borison at hborison@sbcglobal.net or 650-575-2052 for more information or to RSVP. Please provide first names of each adult and child who will attend.

The Buddha’s most explicit path of practice is the Eightfold Path. This is a set of eight practical approaches to bring Buddhist practice into the width and depth of our lives. The Eightfold Path Program is an introduction to each of the Eightfold factors so participants will discover how to apply each set of practices in ways that are personally meaningful.

All are welcome to attend the Sunday sessions below. To be assigned a mentor for additional private monthly meetings, application is required. Please fill out the online application, which will be available in late July so that you can apply to get a mentor, to audit the course, and to receive course material via email. The deadline for applying is Sept. 1st. 

Dates of Public Meetings at IMC (except for the first and last sessions, all are Sunday 1pm to 3:30pm):
2019
Introduction to the Path & Program–Sep 8 (1:00- 2:30pm); Right View–Oct 6; Right Intention–Nov 3; Right Speech–Dec 1 
2020
Right Action–Jan 12; Right Livelihood–Feb 16; Right Effort–Mar 15; Right Mindfulness–Apr 19; Right Concentration–May 17; Concluding Daylong Retreat at Insight Retreat Center, Santa Cruz—Sat., June 13 (9:30am- 4pm)

IMC Website for more details

A safe and fun space where teens can learn the practice of mindfulness to support their self-discovery, happiness, and stress reduction. It is intended to be a trusting environment where teens can discuss among themselves and adult facilitators, issues that are important in their lives. Meets 1st and 3rd Sundays of every month - 5-6:30pm. For more information: www.MindfulTeens.net Please RSVP to Vy/Gregor at ImcMindfulTeens@gmail.com or on the website.

Sunday evenings, 7:30 to 9pm. (except the 2nd Sunday of the month). This weekly group addresses themes relevant to people in their 20s and 30s and includes guided meditations, short dharma talks, and group discussions. We have a friendly and vibrant ongoing community, and all are welcome to drop in at any time.

Max Erdstein's biography

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.

Terry Lesser's Biography

A 45-minute silent meditation session is followed by a 45-minute dharma talk.

Please do not park on the 100 block of Birch Street (the block the Insight Meditation Center is one).

Meditación y pláticas de Dharma en español.

Andrea Castillo's Biografía

• 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

Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these weekly offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together will start with a brief introduction to the week's topic, followed by a 30-minute guided meditation and conclude with discussion and a question and answer period. All are welcome.

Out of compassion for our neighbors, please do not park on the 100 block of Birch St (the street where IMC is). There is plenty of street parking within a 2-4 min walk of IMC.

Diana Clark's Biography
Nikki Mirghafori's Biography

FOUR WEDNESDAY EVENINGS, 7:30 TO 9PM; OCT 30, NOV 6, 13 & 20. 

Please join us as we explore and discuss well- known obstructions to practice, the “Five Hindrances.” In this course we’ll explore how to skillfully work with sensual desire, ill will, sloth & torpor, restlessness & worry, and doubt using mindfulness and antidotes. We’ll practice how to turn these potential stumbling blocks into stepping stones to greater ease and happiness. The course will include talks, guided meditations and discussions. 

Diana Clark's Biography & Tanya Wiser's Biography 

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.

Terry Lesser's biography

Meetings include brief sittings and consideration of pertinent
Dharma topics; the primary purpose of each group is to provide
each participant an opportunity to share personal challenges, triumphs, hopes, and fears with individuals facing a similar situation.
At least four days before attending the group for the first time, please contact
Ying Chen at 408-802-6430 or yingchenb@yahoo.com

Fridays, 9:30-12:00 (not 9:00 as stated in the newsletter): Sept. 13, Oct. 11, Nov. 8, Dec. 13, Jan. 17, Feb. 14, Mar. 13, Apr. 17, May 15, June 19
The ten perfections (paramis) are ten qualities of character which, when developed, support both Buddhist practice and compassionate involvement in the world. This series will combine emailed readings and reflections with in-class teachings and discussion of what we read and reflected on. Sign-up forms will appear on the web in late July [at https://audiodharma.wufoo.com/forms/r1qumzdp06juayb/]. This is just a short form for getting on the mailing list for the course materials. No deadline, but please sign up if you plan to attend or audit the course. Suggested reading prior to the first class: http://ajahnsucitto.org/articles/parami-1-crossing-the-floods/. Participants are welcome to bring a brown bag lunch and stay for lunch.

Chris Clifford's Biography, David Cohn's Biography, Jennifer Lemas's Biography

An optional group practice discussion for those participating in the DMP program.

Description:Practicing mindfulness meditation on retreat is one of the foundations for maturing insight meditation. This is a daylong retreat with alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation, instruction in mindfulness practice, and a Dharma talk. It is recommended for both beginners and experienced practitioners. Bring lunch.

Gil Fronsdal's Biography

• 8:30 – 9:10 am Sitting
• 9:10 – 9:25 am Walking
• 9:25 – 10:00 am Sitting
• 10:00 – 10:45 am Dharma talk

(Sixth graders have the option of attending Dharma Rocks and/or Dharma Bodhis)
Led by Hilary Borison.

A time to explore how the dharma can support challenges and opportunities pertinent to middle schoolers through small and large group discussions, mindfulness practice, creative activities, interactive games, pizza dinner, and opportunities for community service.
No registration required, however, RSVPs are encouraged for dinner plans.
Please contact Hilary Borison at hborison@sbcglobal.net or 650-575-2052 for more information or to RSVP.

SECOND SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH, 7:30 TO 9PM. Group discussion and study exploring the 12-Step program and and the teachings of the Buddha. The format includes a 30 minute period of sitting meditation, a reading on Dharma and recovery and open discussion on the reading. Everyone welcome. Facilitated by Jennifer Lemas, jennlemas@comcast.net.

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.

Terry Lesser's Biography

A 45-minute silent meditation session is followed by a 45-minute dharma talk.

Please do not park on the 100 block of Birch Street (the block the Insight Meditation Center is one).

An optional group practice discussion for those participating in the DMP program.

Meditación y pláticas de Dharma en español.

Andrea Castillo's Biografía

• 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

Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these weekly offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together will start with a brief introduction to the week's topic, followed by a 30-minute guided meditation and conclude with discussion and a question and answer period. All are welcome.

Out of compassion for our neighbors, please do not park on the 100 block of Birch St (the street where IMC is). There is plenty of street parking within a 2-4 min walk of IMC.

Diana Clark's Biography
Nikki Mirghafori's Biography

FOUR WEDNESDAY EVENINGS, 7:30 TO 9PM; OCT 30, NOV 6, 13 & 20. 

Please join us as we explore and discuss well- known obstructions to practice, the “Five Hindrances.” In this course we’ll explore how to skillfully work with sensual desire, ill will, sloth & torpor, restlessness & worry, and doubt using mindfulness and antidotes. We’ll practice how to turn these potential stumbling blocks into stepping stones to greater ease and happiness. The course will include talks, guided meditations and discussions. 

Diana Clark's Biography & Tanya Wiser's Biography 

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.

Terry Lesser's biography

A gathering for women who wish to deepen practice by exploring together how to bring principles of mindfulness into our daily lives. The circle will meet on the second Thursday of each month.  You're welcome to bring lunch or have tea until 1pm. Facilitated by Hilary Borison, hborison@sbcglobal.net.

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

David Lorey's Biography

• 8:30 – 9:10 am Sitting
• 9:10 – 9:25 am Walking
• 9:25 – 10:00 am Sitting
• 10:00 – 10:45 am Dharma talk

Led by Hilary Borison. Third Sunday of each month at IMC, 11:15am to 12:30pm. Interactive mindfulness meditations, games, art/ crafts, and movement. RSVP to Hilary at hborison@sbcglobal.net or 650/575-2052 if you plan to attend, including the first name and age of each participant.

A safe and fun space where teens can learn the practice of mindfulness to support their self-discovery, happiness, and stress reduction. It is intended to be a trusting environment where teens can discuss among themselves and adult facilitators, issues that are important in their lives. Meets 1st and 3rd Sundays of every month - 5-6:30pm. For more information:www.MindfulTeens.net Please RSVP to Vy/Gregor at ImcMindfulTeens@gmail.com or on the website.

Sunday evenings, 7:30 to 9pm. (except the 2nd Sunday of the month). This weekly group addresses themes relevant to people in their 20s and 30s and includes guided meditations, short dharma talks, and group discussions. We have a friendly and vibrant ongoing community, and all are welcome to drop in at any time.

Max Erdstein's biography

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.

Terry Lesser's Biography

A 45-minute silent meditation session is followed by a 45-minute dharma talk.

Please do not park on the 100 block of Birch Street (the block the Insight Meditation Center is one).

Meditación y pláticas de Dharma en español.

Andrea Castillo's Biografía

• 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

Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these weekly offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together will start with a brief introduction to the week's topic, followed by a 30-minute guided meditation and conclude with discussion and a question and answer period. All are welcome.

Out of compassion for our neighbors, please do not park on the 100 block of Birch St (the street where IMC is). There is plenty of street parking within a 2-4 min walk of IMC.

Diana Clark's Biography
Nikki Mirghafori's Biography

FOUR WEDNESDAY EVENINGS, 7:30 TO 9PM; OCT 30, NOV 6, 13 & 20. 

Please join us as we explore and discuss well- known obstructions to practice, the “Five Hindrances.” In this course we’ll explore how to skillfully work with sensual desire, ill will, sloth & torpor, restlessness & worry, and doubt using mindfulness and antidotes. We’ll practice how to turn these potential stumbling blocks into stepping stones to greater ease and happiness. The course will include talks, guided meditations and discussions. 

Diana Clark's Biography & Tanya Wiser's Biography 

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.

Terry Lesser's biography

Meetings include brief sittings and consideration of pertinent
Dharma topics; the primary purpose of each group is to provide
each participant an opportunity to share personal challenges, triumphs, hopes, and fears with individuals facing a similar situation.
At least four days before attending the group for the first time, please contact
Ying Chen at 408-802-6430 or yingchenb@yahoo.com

• 8:30 – 9:10 am Sitting
• 9:10 – 9:25 am Walking
• 9:25 – 10:00 am Sitting
• 10:00 – 10:45 am Dharma talk

Vegetarian Potluck Brunch Last Sunday each month at 11am. All are welcome.

A peer-led sitting group open to all lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender diverse, intersex and queer individuals. Co-facilitated by Sue Bachman and Joe Hayes with guiding Teacher is John Martin and bruni dávila, imcqueersangha@gmail.com.

John Martin's biography & bruni dávila's biography

Sunday evenings, 7:30 to 9pm. (except the 2nd Sunday of the month). This weekly group addresses themes relevant to people in their 20s and 30s and includes guided meditations, short dharma talks, and group discussions. We have a friendly and vibrant ongoing community, and all are welcome to drop in at any time.

Max Erdstein's biography

An optional group practice discussion for those participating in the DMP program.

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.

Terry Lesser's Biography

A 45-minute silent meditation session is followed by a 45-minute dharma talk.

Please do not park on the 100 block of Birch Street (the block the Insight Meditation Center is one).

Meditación y pláticas de Dharma en español.

Andrea Castillo's Biografía

• 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

Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these weekly offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together will start with a brief introduction to the week's topic, followed by a 30-minute guided meditation and conclude with discussion and a question and answer period. All are welcome.

Out of compassion for our neighbors, please do not park on the 100 block of Birch St (the street where IMC is). There is plenty of street parking within a 2-4 min walk of IMC.

Diana Clark's Biography
Nikki Mirghafori's Biography

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.

Terry Lesser's biography

The usual Thursday evening sitting and talk is cancelled this evening.

• 8:30 – 9:10 am Sitting
• 9:10 – 9:25 am Walking
• 9:25 – 10:00 am Sitting
• 10:00 – 10:45 am Dharma talk

Meditation and mindfulness practice through stories, songs, art, movement, and games. Parents/caregivers participate with their children. Please contact Hilary Borison at hborison@sbcglobal.net or 650-575-2052 for more information or to RSVP. Please provide first names of each adult and child who will attend.

The Buddha’s most explicit path of practice is the Eightfold Path. This is a set of eight practical approaches to bring Buddhist practice into the width and depth of our lives. The Eightfold Path Program is an introduction to each of the Eightfold factors so participants will discover how to apply each set of practices in ways that are personally meaningful.

All are welcome to attend the Sunday sessions below. To be assigned a mentor for additional private monthly meetings, application is required. Please fill out the online application, which will be available in late July so that you can apply to get a mentor, to audit the course, and to receive course material via email. The deadline for applying is Sept. 1st. 

Dates of Public Meetings at IMC (except for the first and last sessions, all are Sunday 1pm to 3:30pm):
2019
Introduction to the Path & Program–Sep 8 (1:00- 2:30pm); Right View–Oct 6; Right Intention–Nov 3; Right Speech–Dec 1 
2020
Right Action–Jan 12; Right Livelihood–Feb 16; Right Effort–Mar 15; Right Mindfulness–Apr 19; Right Concentration–May 17; Concluding Daylong Retreat at Insight Retreat Center, Santa Cruz—Sat., June 13 (9:30am- 4pm)

IMC Website for more details

A safe and fun space where teens can learn the practice of mindfulness to support their self-discovery, happiness, and stress reduction. It is intended to be a trusting environment where teens can discuss among themselves and adult facilitators, issues that are important in their lives. Meets 1st and 3rd Sundays of every month - 5-6:30pm. For more information: www.MindfulTeens.net Please RSVP to Vy/Gregor at ImcMindfulTeens@gmail.com or on the website.

Sunday evenings, 7:30 to 9pm. (except the 2nd Sunday of the month). This weekly group addresses themes relevant to people in their 20s and 30s and includes guided meditations, short dharma talks, and group discussions. We have a friendly and vibrant ongoing community, and all are welcome to drop in at any time.

Max Erdstein's biography

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.

Terry Lesser's Biography

A 45-minute silent meditation session is followed by a 45-minute dharma talk.

Please do not park on the 100 block of Birch Street (the block the Insight Meditation Center is one).

Meditación y pláticas de Dharma en español.

Andrea Castillo's Biografía

• 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

Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these weekly offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together will start with a brief introduction to the week's topic, followed by a 30-minute guided meditation and conclude with discussion and a question and answer period. All are welcome.

Out of compassion for our neighbors, please do not park on the 100 block of Birch St (the street where IMC is). There is plenty of street parking within a 2-4 min walk of IMC.

Diana Clark's Biography
Nikki Mirghafori's Biography

An optional group practice discussion for those participating in the DMP program.

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.

Terry Lesser's biography

Meetings include brief sittings and consideration of pertinent
Dharma topics; the primary purpose of each group is to provide
each participant an opportunity to share personal challenges, triumphs, hopes, and fears with individuals facing a similar situation.
At least four days before attending the group for the first time, please contact
Ying Chen at 408-802-6430 or yingchenb@yahoo.com

Fridays, 9:30-12:00 (not 9:00 as stated in the newsletter): Sept. 13, Oct. 11, Nov. 8, Dec. 13, Jan. 17, Feb. 14, Mar. 13, Apr. 17, May 15, June 19
The ten perfections (paramis) are ten qualities of character which, when developed, support both Buddhist practice and compassionate involvement in the world. This series will combine emailed readings and reflections with in-class teachings and discussion of what we read and reflected on. Sign-up forms will appear on the web in late July [at https://audiodharma.wufoo.com/forms/r1qumzdp06juayb/]. This is just a short form for getting on the mailing list for the course materials. No deadline, but please sign up if you plan to attend or audit the course. Suggested reading prior to the first class: http://ajahnsucitto.org/articles/parami-1-crossing-the-floods/. Participants are welcome to bring a brown bag lunch and stay for lunch.

Chris Clifford's Biography, David Cohn's Biography, Jennifer Lemas's Biography

Practicing mindfulness on retreat is one of the foundations for maturing insight meditation. The simplicity, silence and support of retreats contribute to letting go of many of the distractions that get in the way of clear seeing. Retreats also are a wonderful environment for developing a continuity of awareness for an extended period.

This particular daylong retreat is meant for people who already understand the basic practice of mindfulness; no instruction will be given.

The schedule consists of alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation. At the end of the day there will be a Dharma talk. Brief interviews to talk about the practice will be available. Previous experience is recommended. Bring Lunch.

Gil Fronsdal's biography 

• 8:30 – 9:10 am Sitting
• 9:10 – 9:25 am Walking
• 9:25 – 10:00 am Sitting
• 10:00 – 10:45 am Dharma talk

(Sixth graders have the option of attending Dharma Rocks and/or Dharma Bodhis)
Led by Hilary Borison.

A time to explore how the dharma can support challenges and opportunities pertinent to middle schoolers through small and large group discussions, mindfulness practice, creative activities, interactive games, pizza dinner, and opportunities for community service.
No registration required, however, RSVPs are encouraged for dinner plans.
Please contact Hilary Borison at hborison@sbcglobal.net or 650-575-2052 for more information or to RSVP.

SECOND SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH, 7:30 TO 9PM. Group discussion and study exploring the 12-Step program and and the teachings of the Buddha. The format includes a 30 minute period of sitting meditation, a reading on Dharma and recovery and open discussion on the reading. Everyone welcome. Facilitated by Jennifer Lemas, jennlemas@comcast.net.

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.

Terry Lesser's Biography

A 45-minute silent meditation session is followed by a 45-minute dharma talk.

Please do not park on the 100 block of Birch Street (the block the Insight Meditation Center is one).

Meditación y pláticas de Dharma en español.

Andrea Castillo's Biografía

• 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

Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these weekly offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together will start with a brief introduction to the week's topic, followed by a 30-minute guided meditation and conclude with discussion and a question and answer period. All are welcome.

Out of compassion for our neighbors, please do not park on the 100 block of Birch St (the street where IMC is). There is plenty of street parking within a 2-4 min walk of IMC.

Diana Clark's Biography
Nikki Mirghafori's Biography

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.

Terry Lesser's biography

A gathering for women who wish to deepen practice by exploring together how to bring principles of mindfulness into our daily lives. The circle will meet on the second Thursday of each month.  You're welcome to bring lunch or have tea until 1pm. Facilitated by Hilary Borison, hborison@sbcglobal.net.

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

Liz Powell's Biography

• 8:30 – 9:10 am Sitting
• 9:10 – 9:25 am Walking
• 9:25 – 10:00 am Sitting
• 10:00 – 10:45 am Dharma talk

Led by Hilary Borison. Third Sunday of each month at IMC, 11:15am to 12:30pm. Interactive mindfulness meditations, games, art/ crafts, and movement. RSVP to Hilary at hborison@sbcglobal.net or 650/575-2052 if you plan to attend, including the first name and age of each participant.

A safe and fun space where teens can learn the practice of mindfulness to support their self-discovery, happiness, and stress reduction. It is intended to be a trusting environment where teens can discuss among themselves and adult facilitators, issues that are important in their lives. Meets 1st and 3rd Sundays of every month - 5-6:30pm. For more information:www.MindfulTeens.net Please RSVP to Vy/Gregor at ImcMindfulTeens@gmail.com or on the website.

Sunday evenings, 7:30 to 9pm. (except the 2nd Sunday of the month). This weekly group addresses themes relevant to people in their 20s and 30s and includes guided meditations, short dharma talks, and group discussions. We have a friendly and vibrant ongoing community, and all are welcome to drop in at any time.

Max Erdstein's biography

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.

Terry Lesser's Biography

A 45-minute silent meditation session is followed by a 45-minute dharma talk.

Please do not park on the 100 block of Birch Street (the block the Insight Meditation Center is one).

Meditación y pláticas de Dharma en español.

Andrea Castillo's Biografía

• 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

Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these weekly offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together will start with a brief introduction to the week's topic, followed by a 30-minute guided meditation and conclude with discussion and a question and answer period. All are welcome.

Out of compassion for our neighbors, please do not park on the 100 block of Birch St (the street where IMC is). There is plenty of street parking within a 2-4 min walk of IMC.

Diana Clark's Biography
Nikki Mirghafori's Biography

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.

Terry Lesser's biography

Meetings include brief sittings and consideration of pertinent
Dharma topics; the primary purpose of each group is to provide
each participant an opportunity to share personal challenges, triumphs, hopes, and fears with individuals facing a similar situation.
At least four days before attending the group for the first time, please contact
Ying Chen at 408-802-6430 or yingchenb@yahoo.com

• 8:30 – 9:10 am Sitting
• 9:10 – 9:25 am Walking
• 9:25 – 10:00 am Sitting
• 10:00 – 10:45 am Dharma talk

A peer-led sitting group open to all lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender diverse, intersex and queer individuals. Co-facilitated by Sue Bachman and Joe Hayes with guiding Teacher is John Martin and bruni dávila, imcqueersangha@gmail.com.

John Martin's biography & bruni dávila's biography

Sunday evenings, 7:30 to 9pm. (except the 2nd Sunday of the month). This weekly group addresses themes relevant to people in their 20s and 30s and includes guided meditations, short dharma talks, and group discussions. We have a friendly and vibrant ongoing community, and all are welcome to drop in at any time.

Max Erdstein's biography

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.

Terry Lesser's Biography

A 45-minute silent meditation session is followed by a 45-minute dharma talk.

Please do not park on the 100 block of Birch Street (the block the Insight Meditation Center is one).

Meditación y pláticas de Dharma en español.

Andrea Castillo's Biografía

• 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

Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these weekly offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together will start with a brief introduction to the week's topic, followed by a 30-minute guided meditation and conclude with discussion and a question and answer period. All are welcome.

Out of compassion for our neighbors, please do not park on the 100 block of Birch St (the street where IMC is). There is plenty of street parking within a 2-4 min walk of IMC.

Diana Clark's Biography
Nikki Mirghafori's Biography

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.

Terry Lesser's biography

• 8:30 – 9:10 am Sitting
• 9:10 – 9:25 am Walking
• 9:25 – 10:00 am Sitting
• 10:00 – 10:45 am Dharma talk

Vegetarian Potluck Brunch Last Sunday each month at 11am. All are welcome.

Sunday evenings, 7:30 to 9pm. (except the 2nd Sunday of the month). This weekly group addresses themes relevant to people in their 20s and 30s and includes guided meditations, short dharma talks, and group discussions. We have a friendly and vibrant ongoing community, and all are welcome to drop in at any time.

Max Erdstein's biography

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.

Terry Lesser's Biography

A 45-minute silent meditation session is followed by a 45-minute dharma talk.

Please do not park on the 100 block of Birch Street (the block the Insight Meditation Center is one).

Meditación y pláticas de Dharma en español.

Andrea Castillo's Biografía

• 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

Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these weekly offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together will start with a brief introduction to the week's topic, followed by a 30-minute guided meditation and conclude with discussion and a question and answer period. All are welcome.

Out of compassion for our neighbors, please do not park on the 100 block of Birch St (the street where IMC is). There is plenty of street parking within a 2-4 min walk of IMC.

Diana Clark's Biography
Nikki Mirghafori's Biography

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.

Terry Lesser's biography

Meetings include brief sittings and consideration of pertinent
Dharma topics; the primary purpose of each group is to provide
each participant an opportunity to share personal challenges, triumphs, hopes, and fears with individuals facing a similar situation.
At least four days before attending the group for the first time, please contact
Ying Chen at 408-802-6430 or yingchenb@yahoo.com

After the busyness and external focus that often accompanies the holidays, this mini-retreat offers a quiet and grounding place where we can slow down, deepen our meditation, connect with our bodies, and perhaps help clarify what is important for the coming year. Appropriate for beginners and experienced yogis and meditators—you don’t need to be flexible to do yoga; you only need to be as you are. Bring a large towel and a yoga mat if you have one, otherwise mats are available for your use. Led by Terry Lesser, who has been teaching weekly classes and retreats at IMC since 1995.

• 8:30 – 9:10 am Sitting
• 9:10 – 9:25 am Walking
• 9:25 – 10:00 am Sitting
• 10:00 – 10:45 am Dharma talk

Meditation and mindfulness practice through stories, songs, art, movement, and games. Parents/caregivers participate with their children. Please contact Hilary Borison at hborison@sbcglobal.net or 650-575-2052 for more information or to RSVP. Please provide first names of each adult and child who will attend.

A safe and fun space where teens can learn the practice of mindfulness to support their self-discovery, happiness, and stress reduction. It is intended to be a trusting environment where teens can discuss among themselves and adult facilitators, issues that are important in their lives. Meets 1st and 3rd Sundays of every month - 5-6:30pm. For more information: www.MindfulTeens.net Please RSVP to Vy/Gregor at ImcMindfulTeens@gmail.com or on the website.

Sunday evenings, 7:30 to 9pm. (except the 2nd Sunday of the month). This weekly group addresses themes relevant to people in their 20s and 30s and includes guided meditations, short dharma talks, and group discussions. We have a friendly and vibrant ongoing community, and all are welcome to drop in at any time.

Max Erdstein's biography

The DMP is an eight-month program giving experienced practitioners the opportunity to delve into meditation practice and the Buddhist teachings and instructions for meditation. The program will focus on understanding the different attentional factors involved in mindfulness, insight, and concentration meditation. We will also consider the supports and challenges to meditation, and the experiences and insights emphasized in traditional Vipassana practice. Components of the program include monthly group meetings, readings, short reflective writing assignments and small group practice-discussion meetings with Diana Clark, Max Erdstein and possibly other teachers. Additional optional components are a seven-day retreat at IRC for forty people in March 2020 and a series of daylong retreats at IMC focusing on themes augmenting the program.
As this is an immersion program, having a regular meditation practice is required. Additional prerequisites are five years of committed insight meditation practice, 4 seven-day (or longer) silent insight meditation retreats and completion of the IMC Eightfold Path Program or its equivalent.
Dates: 9:30 am-4:00 pm: Aug 26; 9:00 am – 4:00 pm: Oct 7, Nov 11, Dec 2, Jan 6, Feb 3, Mar 2, Apr 20 May 18. Optional retreat: Mar 15-22. To apply go to IMC’s website Special Events page after June 1; Applications due by August 1. Notification of acceptance by Aug 14.

Gil Fronsdal Biography
Diana Clark Biography
Max Erdstein Biography

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.

Terry Lesser's Biography

A 45-minute silent meditation session is followed by a 45-minute dharma talk.

Please do not park on the 100 block of Birch Street (the block the Insight Meditation Center is one).

Meditación y pláticas de Dharma en español.

Andrea Castillo's Biografía

• 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

Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these weekly offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together will start with a brief introduction to the week's topic, followed by a 30-minute guided meditation and conclude with discussion and a question and answer period. All are welcome.

Out of compassion for our neighbors, please do not park on the 100 block of Birch St (the street where IMC is). There is plenty of street parking within a 2-4 min walk of IMC.

Diana Clark's Biography
Nikki Mirghafori's Biography

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.

Terry Lesser's biography

A gathering for women who wish to deepen practice by exploring together how to bring principles of mindfulness into our daily lives. The circle will meet on the second Thursday of each month.  You're welcome to bring lunch or have tea until 1pm. Facilitated by Hilary Borison, hborison@sbcglobal.net.

The more we’re able to soften and open the heart to gentleness, care, and love for ourselves and others, the more we’re able to allow the emotional entanglements of our lives to untangle. Join us as we explore practices that support heart-opening and increase our capacity to bounce back from adversity and be with the vicissitudes that life brings us. Our time together will include brief teachings, guided meditations, and opportunities for questions, as well as individual practice discussions with the teachers. Please bring a bag lunch.

Diana Clark's Biography Nikki Mirghfori's Biography

• 8:30 – 9:10 am Sitting
• 9:10 – 9:25 am Walking
• 9:25 – 10:00 am Sitting
• 10:00 – 10:45 am Dharma talk

The Buddha’s most explicit path of practice is the Eightfold Path. This is a set of eight practical approaches to bring Buddhist practice into the width and depth of our lives. The Eightfold Path Program is an introduction to each of the Eightfold factors so participants will discover how to apply each set of practices in ways that are personally meaningful.

All are welcome to attend the Sunday sessions below. To be assigned a mentor for additional private monthly meetings, application is required. Please fill out the online application, which will be available in late July so that you can apply to get a mentor, to audit the course, and to receive course material via email. The deadline for applying is Sept. 1st. 

Dates of Public Meetings at IMC (except for the first and last sessions, all are Sunday 1pm to 3:30pm):
2019
Introduction to the Path & Program–Sep 8 (1:00- 2:30pm); Right View–Oct 6; Right Intention–Nov 3; Right Speech–Dec 1 
2020
Right Action–Jan 12; Right Livelihood–Feb 16; Right Effort–Mar 15; Right Mindfulness–Apr 19; Right Concentration–May 17; Concluding Daylong Retreat at Insight Retreat Center, Santa Cruz—Sat., June 13 (9:30am- 4pm)

IMC Website for more details

(Sixth graders have the option of attending Dharma Rocks and/or Dharma Bodhis)
Led by Hilary Borison.

A time to explore how the dharma can support challenges and opportunities pertinent to middle schoolers through small and large group discussions, mindfulness practice, creative activities, interactive games, pizza dinner, and opportunities for community service.
No registration required, however, RSVPs are encouraged for dinner plans.
Please contact Hilary Borison at hborison@sbcglobal.net or 650-575-2052 for more information or to RSVP.

SECOND SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH, 7:30 TO 9PM. Group discussion and study exploring the 12-Step program and and the teachings of the Buddha. The format includes a 30 minute period of sitting meditation, a reading on Dharma and recovery and open discussion on the reading. Everyone welcome. Facilitated by Jennifer Lemas, jennlemas@comcast.net.

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.

Terry Lesser's Biography

A 45-minute silent meditation session is followed by a 45-minute dharma talk.

Please do not park on the 100 block of Birch Street (the block the Insight Meditation Center is one).

Meditación y pláticas de Dharma en español.

Andrea Castillo's Biografía

• 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

Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these weekly offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together will start with a brief introduction to the week's topic, followed by a 30-minute guided meditation and conclude with discussion and a question and answer period. All are welcome.

Out of compassion for our neighbors, please do not park on the 100 block of Birch St (the street where IMC is). There is plenty of street parking within a 2-4 min walk of IMC.

Diana Clark's Biography
Nikki Mirghafori's Biography

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.

Terry Lesser's biography

Meetings include brief sittings and consideration of pertinent
Dharma topics; the primary purpose of each group is to provide
each participant an opportunity to share personal challenges, triumphs, hopes, and fears with individuals facing a similar situation.
At least four days before attending the group for the first time, please contact
Ying Chen at 408-802-6430 or yingchenb@yahoo.com

Fridays, 9:30-12:00 (not 9:00 as stated in the newsletter): Sept. 13, Oct. 11, Nov. 8, Dec. 13, Jan. 17, Feb. 14, Mar. 13, Apr. 17, May 15, June 19
The ten perfections (paramis) are ten qualities of character which, when developed, support both Buddhist practice and compassionate involvement in the world. This series will combine emailed readings and reflections with in-class teachings and discussion of what we read and reflected on. Sign-up forms will appear on the web in late July [at https://audiodharma.wufoo.com/forms/r1qumzdp06juayb/]. This is just a short form for getting on the mailing list for the course materials. No deadline, but please sign up if you plan to attend or audit the course. Suggested reading prior to the first class: http://ajahnsucitto.org/articles/parami-1-crossing-the-floods/. Participants are welcome to bring a brown bag lunch and stay for lunch.

Chris Clifford's Biography, David Cohn's Biography, Jennifer Lemas's Biography

Practicing mindfulness on retreat is one of the foundations for maturing insight meditation. The simplicity, silence and support of retreats contribute to letting go of many of the distractions that get in the way of clear seeing. Retreats also are a wonderful environment for developing a continuity of awareness for an extended period.

This particular daylong retreat is meant for people who already understand the basic practice of mindfulness; no instruction will be given.

The schedule consists of alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation. At the end of the day there will be a Dharma talk. Brief interviews to talk about the practice will be available. Previous experience is recommended. Bring Lunch.

Max Erdstein's Biography

• 8:30 – 9:10 am Sitting
• 9:10 – 9:25 am Walking
• 9:25 – 10:00 am Sitting
• 10:00 – 10:45 am Dharma talk

Led by Hilary Borison. Third Sunday of each month at IMC, 11:15am to 12:30pm. Interactive mindfulness meditations, games, art/ crafts, and movement. RSVP to Hilary at hborison@sbcglobal.net or 650/575-2052 if you plan to attend, including the first name and age of each participant.

A safe and fun space where teens can learn the practice of mindfulness to support their self-discovery, happiness, and stress reduction. It is intended to be a trusting environment where teens can discuss among themselves and adult facilitators, issues that are important in their lives. Meets 1st and 3rd Sundays of every month - 5-6:30pm. For more information:www.MindfulTeens.net Please RSVP to Vy/Gregor at ImcMindfulTeens@gmail.com or on the website.

Sunday evenings, 7:30 to 9pm. (except the 2nd Sunday of the month). This weekly group addresses themes relevant to people in their 20s and 30s and includes guided meditations, short dharma talks, and group discussions. We have a friendly and vibrant ongoing community, and all are welcome to drop in at any time.

Max Erdstein's biography

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.

Terry Lesser's Biography

A 45-minute silent meditation session is followed by a 45-minute dharma talk.

Please do not park on the 100 block of Birch Street (the block the Insight Meditation Center is one).

Meditación y pláticas de Dharma en español.

Andrea Castillo's Biografía

• 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

Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these weekly offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together will start with a brief introduction to the week's topic, followed by a 30-minute guided meditation and conclude with discussion and a question and answer period. All are welcome.

Out of compassion for our neighbors, please do not park on the 100 block of Birch St (the street where IMC is). There is plenty of street parking within a 2-4 min walk of IMC.

Diana Clark's Biography
Nikki Mirghafori's Biography

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.

Terry Lesser's biography

Practicing mindfulness meditation on retreat is one of the foundations for maturing insight meditation. This is a daylong retreat with alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation, instruction in mindfulness practice, and a Dharma talk. It is recommended for both beginners and experienced practitioners. Bring lunch.

bruni dávila’s Biography

• 8:30 – 9:10 am Sitting
• 9:10 – 9:25 am Walking
• 9:25 – 10:00 am Sitting
• 10:00 – 10:45 am Dharma talk

Vegetarian Potluck Brunch Last Sunday each month at 11am. All are welcome.

A peer-led sitting group open to all lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender diverse, intersex and queer individuals. Co-facilitated by Sue Bachman and Joe Hayes with guiding Teacher is John Martin and bruni dávila, imcqueersangha@gmail.com.

John Martin's biography & bruni dávila's biography

Sunday evenings, 7:30 to 9pm. (except the 2nd Sunday of the month). This weekly group addresses themes relevant to people in their 20s and 30s and includes guided meditations, short dharma talks, and group discussions. We have a friendly and vibrant ongoing community, and all are welcome to drop in at any time.

Max Erdstein's biography

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.

Terry Lesser's Biography

A 45-minute silent meditation session is followed by a 45-minute dharma talk.

Please do not park on the 100 block of Birch Street (the block the Insight Meditation Center is one).

Meditación y pláticas de Dharma en español.

Andrea Castillo's Biografía

• 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

Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these weekly offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together will start with a brief introduction to the week's topic, followed by a 30-minute guided meditation and conclude with discussion and a question and answer period. All are welcome.

Out of compassion for our neighbors, please do not park on the 100 block of Birch St (the street where IMC is). There is plenty of street parking within a 2-4 min walk of IMC.

Diana Clark's Biography
Nikki Mirghafori's Biography

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.

Terry Lesser's biography

• 8:30 – 9:10 am Sitting
• 9:10 – 9:25 am Walking
• 9:25 – 10:00 am Sitting
• 10:00 – 10:45 am Dharma talk

Meditation and mindfulness practice through stories, songs, art, movement, and games. Parents/caregivers participate with their children. Please contact Hilary Borison at hborison@sbcglobal.net or 650-575-2052 for more information or to RSVP. Please provide first names of each adult and child who will attend.

A safe and fun space where teens can learn the practice of mindfulness to support their self-discovery, happiness, and stress reduction. It is intended to be a trusting environment where teens can discuss among themselves and adult facilitators, issues that are important in their lives. Meets 1st and 3rd Sundays of every month - 5-6:30pm. For more information: www.MindfulTeens.net Please RSVP to Vy/Gregor at ImcMindfulTeens@gmail.com or on the website.

Sunday evenings, 7:30 to 9pm. (except the 2nd Sunday of the month). This weekly group addresses themes relevant to people in their 20s and 30s and includes guided meditations, short dharma talks, and group discussions. We have a friendly and vibrant ongoing community, and all are welcome to drop in at any time.

Max Erdstein's biography

The DMP is an eight-month program giving experienced practitioners the opportunity to delve into meditation practice and the Buddhist teachings and instructions for meditation. The program will focus on understanding the different attentional factors involved in mindfulness, insight, and concentration meditation. We will also consider the supports and challenges to meditation, and the experiences and insights emphasized in traditional Vipassana practice. Components of the program include monthly group meetings, readings, short reflective writing assignments and small group practice-discussion meetings with Diana Clark, Max Erdstein and possibly other teachers. Additional optional components are a seven-day retreat at IRC for forty people in March 2020 and a series of daylong retreats at IMC focusing on themes augmenting the program.
As this is an immersion program, having a regular meditation practice is required. Additional prerequisites are five years of committed insight meditation practice, 4 seven-day (or longer) silent insight meditation retreats and completion of the IMC Eightfold Path Program or its equivalent.
Dates: 9:30 am-4:00 pm: Aug 26; 9:00 am – 4:00 pm: Oct 7, Nov 11, Dec 2, Jan 6, Feb 3, Mar 2, Apr 20 May 18. Optional retreat: Mar 15-22. To apply go to IMC’s website Special Events page after June 1; Applications due by August 1. Notification of acceptance by Aug 14.

Gil Fronsdal Biography
Diana Clark Biography
Max Erdstein Biography

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.

Terry Lesser's Biography

A 45-minute silent meditation session is followed by a 45-minute dharma talk.

Please do not park on the 100 block of Birch Street (the block the Insight Meditation Center is one).

Meditación y pláticas de Dharma en español.

Andrea Castillo's Biografía

• 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

Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these weekly offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together will start with a brief introduction to the week's topic, followed by a 30-minute guided meditation and conclude with discussion and a question and answer period. All are welcome.

Out of compassion for our neighbors, please do not park on the 100 block of Birch St (the street where IMC is). There is plenty of street parking within a 2-4 min walk of IMC.

Diana Clark's Biography
Nikki Mirghafori's Biography

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.

Terry Lesser's biography

Meetings include brief sittings and consideration of pertinent
Dharma topics; the primary purpose of each group is to provide
each participant an opportunity to share personal challenges, triumphs, hopes, and fears with individuals facing a similar situation.
At least four days before attending the group for the first time, please contact
Ying Chen at 408-802-6430 or yingchenb@yahoo.com

• 8:30 – 9:10 am Sitting
• 9:10 – 9:25 am Walking
• 9:25 – 10:00 am Sitting
• 10:00 – 10:45 am Dharma talk

(Sixth graders have the option of attending Dharma Rocks and/or Dharma Bodhis)
Led by Hilary Borison.

A time to explore how the dharma can support challenges and opportunities pertinent to middle schoolers through small and large group discussions, mindfulness practice, creative activities, interactive games, pizza dinner, and opportunities for community service.
No registration required, however, RSVPs are encouraged for dinner plans.
Please contact Hilary Borison at hborison@sbcglobal.net or 650-575-2052 for more information or to RSVP.

SECOND SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH, 7:30 TO 9PM. Group discussion and study exploring the 12-Step program and and the teachings of the Buddha. The format includes a 30 minute period of sitting meditation, a reading on Dharma and recovery and open discussion on the reading. Everyone welcome. Facilitated by Jennifer Lemas, jennlemas@comcast.net.

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.

Terry Lesser's Biography

A 45-minute silent meditation session is followed by a 45-minute dharma talk.

Please do not park on the 100 block of Birch Street (the block the Insight Meditation Center is one).

Meditación y pláticas de Dharma en español.

Andrea Castillo's Biografía

• 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

Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these weekly offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together will start with a brief introduction to the week's topic, followed by a 30-minute guided meditation and conclude with discussion and a question and answer period. All are welcome.

Out of compassion for our neighbors, please do not park on the 100 block of Birch St (the street where IMC is). There is plenty of street parking within a 2-4 min walk of IMC.

Diana Clark's Biography
Nikki Mirghafori's Biography

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.

Terry Lesser's biography

A gathering for women who wish to deepen practice by exploring together how to bring principles of mindfulness into our daily lives. The circle will meet on the second Thursday of each month.  You're welcome to bring lunch or have tea until 1pm. Facilitated by Hilary Borison, hborison@sbcglobal.net.

Fridays, 9:30-12:00 (not 9:00 as stated in the newsletter): Sept. 13, Oct. 11, Nov. 8, Dec. 13, Jan. 17, Feb. 14, Mar. 13, Apr. 17, May 15, June 19
The ten perfections (paramis) are ten qualities of character which, when developed, support both Buddhist practice and compassionate involvement in the world. This series will combine emailed readings and reflections with in-class teachings and discussion of what we read and reflected on. Sign-up forms will appear on the web in late July [at https://audiodharma.wufoo.com/forms/r1qumzdp06juayb/]. This is just a short form for getting on the mailing list for the course materials. No deadline, but please sign up if you plan to attend or audit the course. Suggested reading prior to the first class: http://ajahnsucitto.org/articles/parami-1-crossing-the-floods/. Participants are welcome to bring a brown bag lunch and stay for lunch.

Chris Clifford's Biography, David Cohn's Biography, Jennifer Lemas's Biography

Description:Practicing mindfulness meditation on retreat is one of the foundations for maturing insight meditation. This is a daylong retreat with alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation, instruction in mindfulness practice, and a Dharma talk. It is recommended for both beginners and experienced practitioners. Bring lunch. 

Gil Fronsdal's Biography

• 8:30 – 9:10 am Sitting
• 9:10 – 9:25 am Walking
• 9:25 – 10:00 am Sitting
• 10:00 – 10:45 am Dharma talk

Led by Hilary Borison. Third Sunday of each month at IMC, 11:15am to 12:30pm. Interactive mindfulness meditations, games, art/ crafts, and movement. RSVP to Hilary at hborison@sbcglobal.net or 650/575-2052 if you plan to attend, including the first name and age of each participant.

The Buddha’s most explicit path of practice is the Eightfold Path. This is a set of eight practical approaches to bring Buddhist practice into the width and depth of our lives. The Eightfold Path Program is an introduction to each of the Eightfold factors so participants will discover how to apply each set of practices in ways that are personally meaningful.

All are welcome to attend the Sunday sessions below. To be assigned a mentor for additional private monthly meetings, application is required. Please fill out the online application, which will be available in late July so that you can apply to get a mentor, to audit the course, and to receive course material via email. The deadline for applying is Sept. 1st. 

Dates of Public Meetings at IMC (except for the first and last sessions, all are Sunday 1pm to 3:30pm):
2019
Introduction to the Path & Program–Sep 8 (1:00- 2:30pm); Right View–Oct 6; Right Intention–Nov 3; Right Speech–Dec 1 
2020
Right Action–Jan 12; Right Livelihood–Feb 16; Right Effort–Mar 15; Right Mindfulness–Apr 19; Right Concentration–May 17; Concluding Daylong Retreat at Insight Retreat Center, Santa Cruz—Sat., June 13 (9:30am- 4pm)

IMC Website for more details

A safe and fun space where teens can learn the practice of mindfulness to support their self-discovery, happiness, and stress reduction. It is intended to be a trusting environment where teens can discuss among themselves and adult facilitators, issues that are important in their lives. Meets 1st and 3rd Sundays of every month - 5-6:30pm. For more information:www.MindfulTeens.net Please RSVP to Vy/Gregor at ImcMindfulTeens@gmail.com or on the website.

Sunday evenings, 7:30 to 9pm. (except the 2nd Sunday of the month). This weekly group addresses themes relevant to people in their 20s and 30s and includes guided meditations, short dharma talks, and group discussions. We have a friendly and vibrant ongoing community, and all are welcome to drop in at any time.

Max Erdstein's biography

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.

Terry Lesser's Biography

A 45-minute silent meditation session is followed by a 45-minute dharma talk.

Please do not park on the 100 block of Birch Street (the block the Insight Meditation Center is one).

Meditación y pláticas de Dharma en español.

Andrea Castillo's Biografía

• 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

Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these weekly offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together will start with a brief introduction to the week's topic, followed by a 30-minute guided meditation and conclude with discussion and a question and answer period. All are welcome.

Out of compassion for our neighbors, please do not park on the 100 block of Birch St (the street where IMC is). There is plenty of street parking within a 2-4 min walk of IMC.

Diana Clark's Biography
Nikki Mirghafori's Biography

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.

Terry Lesser's biography

Meetings include brief sittings and consideration of pertinent
Dharma topics; the primary purpose of each group is to provide
each participant an opportunity to share personal challenges, triumphs, hopes, and fears with individuals facing a similar situation.
At least four days before attending the group for the first time, please contact
Ying Chen at 408-802-6430 or yingchenb@yahoo.com

• 8:30 – 9:10 am Sitting
• 9:10 – 9:25 am Walking
• 9:25 – 10:00 am Sitting
• 10:00 – 10:45 am Dharma talk

Vegetarian Potluck Brunch Last Sunday each month at 11am. All are welcome.

A peer-led sitting group open to all lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender diverse, intersex and queer individuals. Co-facilitated by Sue Bachman and Joe Hayes with guiding Teacher is John Martin and bruni dávila, imcqueersangha@gmail.com.

John Martin's biography & bruni dávila's biography

Sunday evenings, 7:30 to 9pm. (except the 2nd Sunday of the month). This weekly group addresses themes relevant to people in their 20s and 30s and includes guided meditations, short dharma talks, and group discussions. We have a friendly and vibrant ongoing community, and all are welcome to drop in at any time.

Max Erdstein's biography

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.

Terry Lesser's Biography

A 45-minute silent meditation session is followed by a 45-minute dharma talk.

Please do not park on the 100 block of Birch Street (the block the Insight Meditation Center is one).

Meditación y pláticas de Dharma en español.

Andrea Castillo's Biografía

• 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

Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these weekly offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together will start with a brief introduction to the week's topic, followed by a 30-minute guided meditation and conclude with discussion and a question and answer period. All are welcome.

Out of compassion for our neighbors, please do not park on the 100 block of Birch St (the street where IMC is). There is plenty of street parking within a 2-4 min walk of IMC.

Diana Clark's Biography
Nikki Mirghafori's Biography

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.

Terry Lesser's biography

“What is subject to death, dies. I am not exempt.” is one of the Five Daily Remembrances the Buddha recommended for frequent reflection for lay and ordained practitioners, alike. We all die, that is for certain. Only the timing is unknown. Rather than ignoring, fearing, or running away from this natural truth of our human lives, we can harness the power of this most potent contemplation to inform our precious human life in order to live more fully, with presence, and according to our deepest values. Embracing the impermanent nature of our lives also allows a deep letting go, freedom, and fearlessness in preparation for our actual moment of death. Join us for a day of practice and exploration through dharma talks, guided meditation, and small & large group dialogue. 

Nikki Mirghafori’s Biography

• 8:30 – 9:10 am Sitting
• 9:10 – 9:25 am Walking
• 9:25 – 10:00 am Sitting
• 10:00 – 10:45 am Dharma talk

Meditation and mindfulness practice through stories, songs, art, movement, and games. Parents/caregivers participate with their children. Please contact Hilary Borison at hborison@sbcglobal.net or 650-575-2052 for more information or to RSVP. Please provide first names of each adult and child who will attend.

A safe and fun space where teens can learn the practice of mindfulness to support their self-discovery, happiness, and stress reduction. It is intended to be a trusting environment where teens can discuss among themselves and adult facilitators, issues that are important in their lives. Meets 1st and 3rd Sundays of every month - 5-6:30pm. For more information: www.MindfulTeens.net Please RSVP to Vy/Gregor at ImcMindfulTeens@gmail.com or on the website.

Sunday evenings, 7:30 to 9pm. (except the 2nd Sunday of the month). This weekly group addresses themes relevant to people in their 20s and 30s and includes guided meditations, short dharma talks, and group discussions. We have a friendly and vibrant ongoing community, and all are welcome to drop in at any time.

Max Erdstein's biography

The DMP is an eight-month program giving experienced practitioners the opportunity to delve into meditation practice and the Buddhist teachings and instructions for meditation. The program will focus on understanding the different attentional factors involved in mindfulness, insight, and concentration meditation. We will also consider the supports and challenges to meditation, and the experiences and insights emphasized in traditional Vipassana practice. Components of the program include monthly group meetings, readings, short reflective writing assignments and small group practice-discussion meetings with Diana Clark, Max Erdstein and possibly other teachers. Additional optional components are a seven-day retreat at IRC for forty people in March 2020 and a series of daylong retreats at IMC focusing on themes augmenting the program.
As this is an immersion program, having a regular meditation practice is required. Additional prerequisites are five years of committed insight meditation practice, 4 seven-day (or longer) silent insight meditation retreats and completion of the IMC Eightfold Path Program or its equivalent.
Dates: 9:30 am-4:00 pm: Aug 26; 9:00 am – 4:00 pm: Oct 7, Nov 11, Dec 2, Jan 6, Feb 3, Mar 2, Apr 20 May 18. Optional retreat: Mar 15-22. To apply go to IMC’s website Special Events page after June 1; Applications due by August 1. Notification of acceptance by Aug 14.

Gil Fronsdal Biography
Diana Clark Biography
Max Erdstein Biography

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.

Terry Lesser's Biography

A 45-minute silent meditation session is followed by a 45-minute dharma talk.

Please do not park on the 100 block of Birch Street (the block the Insight Meditation Center is one).

Meditación y pláticas de Dharma en español.

Andrea Castillo's Biografía

• 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

Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these weekly offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together will start with a brief introduction to the week's topic, followed by a 30-minute guided meditation and conclude with discussion and a question and answer period. All are welcome.

Out of compassion for our neighbors, please do not park on the 100 block of Birch St (the street where IMC is). There is plenty of street parking within a 2-4 min walk of IMC.

Diana Clark's Biography
Nikki Mirghafori's Biography

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.

Terry Lesser's biography

Meetings include brief sittings and consideration of pertinent
Dharma topics; the primary purpose of each group is to provide
each participant an opportunity to share personal challenges, triumphs, hopes, and fears with individuals facing a similar situation.
At least four days before attending the group for the first time, please contact
Ying Chen at 408-802-6430 or yingchenb@yahoo.com

Marc h 7, 2019 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Practicing mindfulness on retreat is one of the foundations for maturing insight meditation. The simplicity, silence and support of retreats contribute to letting go of many of the distractions that get in the way of clear seeing. Retreats also are a wonderful environment for developing a continuity of awareness for an extended period.
This particular daylong retreat is meant for people who already understand the basic practice of mindfulness; no instruction will be given.
The schedule consists of alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation. At the end of the day there will be a Dharma talk. Brief interviews to talk about the practice will be available. Previous experience is recommended. Bring Lunch.
Gil Fronsdal's biography

• 8:30 – 9:10 am Sitting
• 9:10 – 9:25 am Walking
• 9:25 – 10:00 am Sitting
• 10:00 – 10:45 am Dharma talk

(Sixth graders have the option of attending Dharma Rocks and/or Dharma Bodhis)
Led by Hilary Borison.

A time to explore how the dharma can support challenges and opportunities pertinent to middle schoolers through small and large group discussions, mindfulness practice, creative activities, interactive games, pizza dinner, and opportunities for community service.
No registration required, however, RSVPs are encouraged for dinner plans.
Please contact Hilary Borison at hborison@sbcglobal.net or 650-575-2052 for more information or to RSVP.

SECOND SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH, 7:30 TO 9PM. Group discussion and study exploring the 12-Step program and and the teachings of the Buddha. The format includes a 30 minute period of sitting meditation, a reading on Dharma and recovery and open discussion on the reading. Everyone welcome. Facilitated by Jennifer Lemas, jennlemas@comcast.net.

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.

Terry Lesser's Biography

A 45-minute silent meditation session is followed by a 45-minute dharma talk.

Please do not park on the 100 block of Birch Street (the block the Insight Meditation Center is one).

Meditación y pláticas de Dharma en español.

Andrea Castillo's Biografía

• 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

Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these weekly offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together will start with a brief introduction to the week's topic, followed by a 30-minute guided meditation and conclude with discussion and a question and answer period. All are welcome.

Out of compassion for our neighbors, please do not park on the 100 block of Birch St (the street where IMC is). There is plenty of street parking within a 2-4 min walk of IMC.

Diana Clark's Biography
Nikki Mirghafori's Biography

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.

Terry Lesser's biography

A gathering for women who wish to deepen practice by exploring together how to bring principles of mindfulness into our daily lives. The circle will meet on the second Thursday of each month.  You're welcome to bring lunch or have tea until 1pm. Facilitated by Hilary Borison, hborison@sbcglobal.net.

Fridays, 9:30-12:00 (not 9:00 as stated in the newsletter): Sept. 13, Oct. 11, Nov. 8, Dec. 13, Jan. 17, Feb. 14, Mar. 13, Apr. 17, May 15, June 19
The ten perfections (paramis) are ten qualities of character which, when developed, support both Buddhist practice and compassionate involvement in the world. This series will combine emailed readings and reflections with in-class teachings and discussion of what we read and reflected on. Sign-up forms will appear on the web in late July [at https://audiodharma.wufoo.com/forms/r1qumzdp06juayb/]. This is just a short form for getting on the mailing list for the course materials. No deadline, but please sign up if you plan to attend or audit the course. Suggested reading prior to the first class: http://ajahnsucitto.org/articles/parami-1-crossing-the-floods/. Participants are welcome to bring a brown bag lunch and stay for lunch.

Chris Clifford's Biography, David Cohn's Biography, Jennifer Lemas's Biography

• 8:30 – 9:10 am Sitting
• 9:10 – 9:25 am Walking
• 9:25 – 10:00 am Sitting
• 10:00 – 10:45 am Dharma talk

Led by Hilary Borison. Third Sunday of each month at IMC, 11:15am to 12:30pm. Interactive mindfulness meditations, games, art/ crafts, and movement. RSVP to Hilary at hborison@sbcglobal.net or 650/575-2052 if you plan to attend, including the first name and age of each participant.

The Buddha’s most explicit path of practice is the Eightfold Path. This is a set of eight practical approaches to bring Buddhist practice into the width and depth of our lives. The Eightfold Path Program is an introduction to each of the Eightfold factors so participants will discover how to apply each set of practices in ways that are personally meaningful.

All are welcome to attend the Sunday sessions below. To be assigned a mentor for additional private monthly meetings, application is required. Please fill out the online application, which will be available in late July so that you can apply to get a mentor, to audit the course, and to receive course material via email. The deadline for applying is Sept. 1st. 

Dates of Public Meetings at IMC (except for the first and last sessions, all are Sunday 1pm to 3:30pm):
2019
Introduction to the Path & Program–Sep 8 (1:00- 2:30pm); Right View–Oct 6; Right Intention–Nov 3; Right Speech–Dec 1 
2020
Right Action–Jan 12; Right Livelihood–Feb 16; Right Effort–Mar 15; Right Mindfulness–Apr 19; Right Concentration–May 17; Concluding Daylong Retreat at Insight Retreat Center, Santa Cruz—Sat., June 13 (9:30am- 4pm)

IMC Website for more details

A safe and fun space where teens can learn the practice of mindfulness to support their self-discovery, happiness, and stress reduction. It is intended to be a trusting environment where teens can discuss among themselves and adult facilitators, issues that are important in their lives. Meets 1st and 3rd Sundays of every month - 5-6:30pm. For more information:www.MindfulTeens.net Please RSVP to Vy/Gregor at ImcMindfulTeens@gmail.com or on the website.

Sunday evenings, 7:30 to 9pm. (except the 2nd Sunday of the month). This weekly group addresses themes relevant to people in their 20s and 30s and includes guided meditations, short dharma talks, and group discussions. We have a friendly and vibrant ongoing community, and all are welcome to drop in at any time.

Max Erdstein's biography

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.

Terry Lesser's Biography

A 45-minute silent meditation session is followed by a 45-minute dharma talk.

Please do not park on the 100 block of Birch Street (the block the Insight Meditation Center is one).

Meditación y pláticas de Dharma en español.

Andrea Castillo's Biografía

• 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

Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these weekly offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together will start with a brief introduction to the week's topic, followed by a 30-minute guided meditation and conclude with discussion and a question and answer period. All are welcome.

Out of compassion for our neighbors, please do not park on the 100 block of Birch St (the street where IMC is). There is plenty of street parking within a 2-4 min walk of IMC.

Diana Clark's Biography
Nikki Mirghafori's Biography

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.

Terry Lesser's biography

Meetings include brief sittings and consideration of pertinent
Dharma topics; the primary purpose of each group is to provide
each participant an opportunity to share personal challenges, triumphs, hopes, and fears with individuals facing a similar situation.
At least four days before attending the group for the first time, please contact
Ying Chen at 408-802-6430 or yingchenb@yahoo.com

• 8:30 – 9:10 am Sitting
• 9:10 – 9:25 am Walking
• 9:25 – 10:00 am Sitting
• 10:00 – 10:45 am Dharma talk

A peer-led sitting group open to all lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender diverse, intersex and queer individuals. Co-facilitated by Sue Bachman and Joe Hayes with guiding Teacher is John Martin and bruni dávila, imcqueersangha@gmail.com.

John Martin's biography & bruni dávila's biography

Sunday evenings, 7:30 to 9pm. (except the 2nd Sunday of the month). This weekly group addresses themes relevant to people in their 20s and 30s and includes guided meditations, short dharma talks, and group discussions. We have a friendly and vibrant ongoing community, and all are welcome to drop in at any time.

Max Erdstein's biography

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.

Terry Lesser's Biography

A 45-minute silent meditation session is followed by a 45-minute dharma talk.

Please do not park on the 100 block of Birch Street (the block the Insight Meditation Center is one).

Meditación y pláticas de Dharma en español.

Andrea Castillo's Biografía

• 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

Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind and heart! In these weekly offerings we will explore gentle and gradual cultivation and expansion of heart practices, which are known to be both supportive for a mindfulness practice and transformative in their own right. Our hour together will start with a brief introduction to the week's topic, followed by a 30-minute guided meditation and conclude with discussion and a question and answer period. All are welcome.

Out of compassion for our neighbors, please do not park on the 100 block of Birch St (the street where IMC is). There is plenty of street parking within a 2-4 min walk of IMC.

Diana Clark's Biography
Nikki Mirghafori's Biography

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.