Events List

Events List

Events List

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

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Monday, April 13th
  • 7:00 am - 7:45 am YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Maria Straatman 7:00 am - 7:45 am
    YouTube Livestream   |   IMC Website Livestream
      Each weekday morning Gil leads a lightly-guided 30-minute meditation (7-7:30 am) followed by a brief discussion of a dharma topic (7:30-7:45 am).  Each week will be a different topic and each day will be a further exploration of that week's topic.
      This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube.  You can access it on the IMC website at  https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/  Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube at  https://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
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  • 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
    Zoom: Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind! We will explore gentle and gradual cultivation of heart practices, which are both supportive for mindfulness and transformative in their own right.  Format: 5-10 min intro, 30-minute guided meditation, small-group practice, and discussion & Q/A. 

    Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/92006340224?pwd=U3dZZVVLWVpaeWtGWHQ5eGg1Lzc0UT09
    Meeting ID: 920 0634 0224; Passcode: metta
    One tap mobile:  +16699006833,,92006340224# US (San Jose)
    IMC YouTube Channel (Zoom is streamed live on YT concurrently): https://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live
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  • 7:15 pm - 8:30 pm Meditation and Talk with Tanya Wiser
    Join us on Monday evenings, 7:15–8:30pm Pacific, for a quiet, supportive space to deepen your practice. Each evening with Diana Clark includes a 30-minute silent meditation, a 30-minute Dharma talk exploring practical wisdom for daily life, and 15 minutes for questions and reflections. All are welcome.  

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

    If you'd like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC's donation page here
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Tuesday, April 14th
Wednesday, April 15th
  • 7:00 am - 7:45 am YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Maria Straatman 7:00 am - 7:45 am
    YouTube Livestream   |   IMC Website Livestream
      Each weekday morning Gil leads a lightly-guided 30-minute meditation (7-7:30 am) followed by a brief discussion of a dharma topic (7:30-7:45 am).  Each week will be a different topic and each day will be a further exploration of that week's topic.
      This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube.  You can access it on the IMC website at  https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/  Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube at  https://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
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  • 8:15 am - 9:00 am Basic Meditation Instruction
    In-person at IMC 45-minute introduction to IMC and the basic meditation practice taught at IMC. All are welcome. Registration not needed.
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  • 9:30 am - 12:15 pm Half-day Retreat with Maria Magdalena Sandoval
    • 9:30 – 10:15 am Sitting
    • 10:15 – 11:00 am Walking
    • 11:00 – 11:45 am Sitting
    • 11:45 – 12:00 pm Dharmette (Brief talk)
    • 12:00 – 12:15 pm Temple cleaning
    • 12:15 – Informal Lunch Gathering (bring bag lunch)

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

    Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/92006340224?pwd=U3dZZVVLWVpaeWtGWHQ5eGg1Lzc0UT09
    Meeting ID: 920 0634 0224; Passcode: metta
    One tap mobile:  +16699006833,,92006340224# US (San Jose)
    IMC YouTube Channel (Zoom is streamed live on YT concurrently): https://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live
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  • 7:30 pm - 8:15 pm YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette With Matthew Brensilver
      The Dharma path is an honest exploration of the human condition and a discovery of the principles conducive to peace. Matthew will guide a 30-minute meditation and offer a short talk exploring different Dharma topics. All are welcome
      This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. You can access it on the IMC website at  https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/  Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube at  https://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
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  • 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation with Lydia Ridgway and Lauren Silver
    Five Wednesdays: April 15 – May 13, 2026: 7:00 – 8:30 pm
    In-person at IMC
    Offered by: Lydia Ridgway and Lauren Silver
    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. 

    The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
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Thursday, April 16th
  • 7:00 am - 7:45 am YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Maria Straatman 7:00 am - 7:45 am
    YouTube Livestream   |   IMC Website Livestream
      Each weekday morning Gil leads a lightly-guided 30-minute meditation (7-7:30 am) followed by a brief discussion of a dharma topic (7:30-7:45 am).  Each week will be a different topic and each day will be a further exploration of that week's topic.
      This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube.  You can access it on the IMC website at  https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/  Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube at  https://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
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  • 9:00 am - 10:50 am Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
    In-Person at IMC Each session uses a variety of asanas (poses) to focus and calm the mind, enhance breath and overall awareness, and develop flexibility, balance and strength. Beginners are always welcome. The class is a mixed level and everyone is encouraged to work in accordance with their own needs and abilities. Bring a large towel and sticky mat, if you have one.
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  • 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Via Zoom: IMC Senior Sangha Group: Enjoying Our Aging with David Cohn & Fiona Barner
    Please fill out this short form to be added to the email list for class materials and announcements and class Zoom links:  form

    Usually on the 3rd Thursdays of the month from 11am to 1pm

    Suzuki Roshi was asked, "Why do you practice?"  He laughed and said, "To enjoy my old age." Please join us as we create a dharma based community of IMC seniors of all ages.  Everyone is welcome. We will cultivate enjoying our journey through the vicissitudes and blessings of aging with kindness and wisdom practices.  There will be guided meditations, talks, and discussion on topics that support aging with ease and contentment.

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  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
    A gathering for self-identified women who wish to deepen practice in a loving community, as we learn to weave  mindfulness throughout our daily lives. For more information and to receive the zoom link, please contact Hilary at hborison@sbcglobal.net.
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  • 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Zoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
    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 imcsg22@gmail.com for more info and for Zoom link
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  • 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Sati Center Course: Learning to Heal with Ash Sangoram MD PhD
    Learning to Heal: A Six Week Mindful Healing Course for Healthcare Providers and Caregivers of All Backgrounds 
    with Ash Sangoram MD PhD
    6 Thursdays, Apr 16 – May 28 (except Apr 30), 3:00pm to 5:00pm
    In-person at IMC
    Sponsored by the Sati Center, registration required
    For more information: See the event listing on the Sati Center website 

    Invites healthcare providers and caregivers to discover healing themselves and to cultivate the foundational states that help them care for others. Includes guided gentle movement, and short writing exercises using the four foundations of mindfulness as a thematic basis for the course.
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  • 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Deanna
    On Zoom: Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind! We will explore gentle and gradual cultivation of heart practices, which are both supportive for mindfulness and transformative in their own right.  Format: 5-10 min intro, 30-minute guided meditation, small-group practice, and discussion and Q/A. 

    Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/92006340224?pwd=U3dZZVVLWVpaeWtGWHQ5eGg1Lzc0UT09
    Meeting ID: 920 0634 0224; Passcode: metta
    One tap mobile:  +16699006833,,92006340224# US (San Jose)
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  • 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Mindful Self-Compassion Series with Hilary Borison
    Six-Week Series: 4/16 - 5/21. Thursdays, 6:30 – 8:00pm
    In-person at IMC
    Registration encouraged — see below.

    Mindfulness practice teaches us to be present in the moment with non-judgmental awareness, creating more ease with what is. However, many of us are plagued by judgments, often quite self-critical. We may find it’s much easier to have compassion for others than for ourselves. 

    In this course, we learn to turn our compassion inwards, cultivating the conditions that allow us to accompany overwhelming emotions with greater ease, meet difficult situations with balanced awareness, and reconnect with our deepest values and purpose.  

    To pre-register, email hborison@sbcglobal.net or sign up at the first session.

    The program is offered freely. If you would like to support the teachers or the center, donations may be made through IMC’s donation page.

    Offered by: Hilary Borison


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  • 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm PAUSED- Zoom: Meditation & Talk with Liz Powell
    A sitting, followed by a short reflection and Q&A. Each session features a lightly guided 30-minute sitting, a short dharma talk, and time for practice questions and discussion. Various guest teachers will also occasionally lead the group. Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86725123624?pwd=blNOOXJwUGZ0V3pySjU5eTBjd2UyUT09 Passcode: 077971, Meeting ID: 867 2512 3624 Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kcm4fPuJ3e
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Friday, April 17th
  • 7:00 am - 7:45 am YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Maria Straatman 7:00 am - 7:45 am
    YouTube Livestream   |   IMC Website Livestream
      Each weekday morning Gil leads a lightly-guided 30-minute meditation (7-7:30 am) followed by a brief discussion of a dharma topic (7:30-7:45 am).  Each week will be a different topic and each day will be a further exploration of that week's topic.
      This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube.  You can access it on the IMC website at  https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/  Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube at  https://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
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  • 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group

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

     

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

    Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/92006340224?pwd=U3dZZVVLWVpaeWtGWHQ5eGg1Lzc0UT09
    Meeting ID: 920 0634 0224; Passcode: metta
    One tap mobile:  +16699006833,,92006340224# US (San Jose)
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Sunday, April 19th
  • 7:00 am - 8:00 am Raíces compartidas en el dhamma

    Raíces Compartidas en el Dhamma

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

    Domingos 7-8 am (PT) en zoom

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

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

    ¿Qué haremos cada semana?

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

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

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

    "La consciencia plena florece cuando lo compartimos."

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

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

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

    Quiénes somos.

    ¡Te esperamos!

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

    Reunión: 844 3064 9648

    Contraseña: comunidad

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

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

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  • 9:25 am - 10:45 am Sitting and Talk With Andrea Fella
      We are offering IMC's usual Sunday morning sit and talk live, on YouTube and on IMC's website..  The meditation starts at 9:25 and the 30-45-minute talk starts at 10:00
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  • 10:45 am - 11:30 am Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
    Build and maintain community by connecting online with other IMC sangha members to discuss the Sunday dharma talk and share about our Buddhist practices. Please join us on Zoom each Sunday following the dharma talk at approximately 10:45 am for about 45 minutes for breakout rooms and/or large group discussions. Facilitated by Jan Messer and Barry Rothman, IMC sangha members. 

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

    Meeting ID: 840 0954 2053
    Passcode: Sangha

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

    Dial-in access
    Meeting ID: 840 0954 2053
    Passcode: 571074
    Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kbTdVwhpHY
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  • 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Mindful Parents with Lauren Silver and Melody Baumgartner
    Third Sunday of the month 
    October 2025 – June, 2026: 11:15am – 1:00pm
    In-person only, in the IMC meditation hall

    This year’s theme is Anukampa (or compassionate care)
    Topic: Kinship

    Parents are invited to practice together in a warm and caring community, supporting each other as we raise thriving children of all ages—infancy through adulthood. Meetings will include meditation, mindful speech and listening, and have plenty of time for sharing.

    You may attend all or any part of the series. No registration is necessary. Contact Melody Baumgartner at melodybaumgartner@gmail.com for more information.
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  • 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Dharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison
    Third Sunday of the Month from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm
    in-person at IMC

    Meditation and mindfulness practice through games, stories, and art. Vegetarian pizza will be provided. Parents/guardians can either drop off and pick up their kids, or wait at IMC. We ask participants to sign up at least two days before the event.For more information, please contact Lily at imc.familyprogram@gmail.com
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  • 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm VIA ZOOM: IMC LGBTQIA2S+ Sangha with Tanya Wiser
    A zoom meeting on the third Sunday of every month (the meeting link will be sent via email).

    The IMC LGBTQueer Sangha is open to all who self-identify as LGBTQIA2S+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, and two spirited) or genderqueer or inquiring. This gathering is suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners within our LGBTQIA2S+ community.

    Please contact imcqueersangha@gmail.com if you wish to join us online and be added to our email list. A separate message will be sent to you with the Zoom link.

    Guiding teacher: Tanya Wiser.
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  • 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm Zoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
    WEEKLY ON SUNDAY,  7-8:15 PM. 
    Group discussion and study exploring Buddhist practices and principles in Recovery from all forms of addiction. The format includes a 15-20 minute period of sitting meditation, a talk or reading on Dharma and recovery followed by an open discussion on your experience in recovery. Everyone is welcome. 
    Ours is a peer-led support group, facilitated by a rotating group of volunteers. 

    Join Zoom Meeting

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

    Meeting ID: 871 9022 3659
    Passcode: metta
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    +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)
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    Meeting ID: 871 9022 3659
    Passcode: 926810

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  • 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm At IMC, for people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
    Meeting in-person at IMC!

    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 meditation, a brief dharma talk, and group discussion. We have a friendly and vibrant ongoing community, and those in their 20s/30s are welcome to join us. 

    Max Erdstein's biography
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