Events List

Events List

Events List

IMC is pleased to offer many of our programs online.

IMC is currently considering ways to reopen IMC and IRC to in-person programs.  As of now, there are no plans to reopen before late-summer or early-fall.  IMC is committed to creating a safe and welcoming practice environment for all.

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

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Monday, December 1st
  • 7:00 am - 7:45 am YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with David Lorey 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 Dawn Neal
    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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  • 6:15 pm - 7:00 pm CANCELLED: Basic Meditation Instruction
    Monday evenings Basic Meditation Instruction has been cancelled for the month of December. We will resume on Monday, January 5.

    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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  • 7:15 pm - 8:30 pm Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
    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, December 2nd
  • 7:00 am - 7:45 am YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with David Lorey 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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  • 9:30 am - 10:45 am Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
    Join us for a 35 minute lightly guided meditation, a short Dharma talk, and practice questions & discussion. The meditation instructions include the four foundations of mindfulness, emphasizing embodied receptive awareness, mind states, and mental activity. Our teachings draw on many of the Buddha’s teachings, and include the approach of Sayadaw U Tejaniya. 

    NOTE: This group is using a new Zoom link starting March 4, 2025, given here:
    https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86100257262?pwd=30xIUJHZ0bC1JnRt6t44pAfXLd3AWQ.1
    Meeting ID: 861 0025 7262
    Passcode: Aware
     
    If you'd like to donate to the teacher or IMC, you can do so on the donations page of the IMC website: www.insightmeditationcenter.org/donate/.

    Dial in
    Meeting ID: 861 0025 7262
    Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kcUCRysbdQ
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  • 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
    On Zoom: Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind! We will explore gentle and gradual cultivation of heart practices, which are both supportive for mindfulness and transformative in their own right.  Format: 5-10 min intro, 30-minute guided meditation, small-group practice, and discussion and Q/A. 

    Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/92006340224?pwd=U3dZZVVLWVpaeWtGWHQ5eGg1Lzc0UT09
    Meeting ID: 920 0634 0224; Passcode: metta
    One tap mobile:  +16699006833,,92006340224# US (San Jose)
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  • 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Dharma en Español con Andrea Castillo (en zoom)

    El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:30 p.m. a 8 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:

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

    Meeting ID: 860 3027 5712
    Passcode: Respirando
    Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kbrKxQA6CA
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  • 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm Zoom: Sitting, Talk & Discussion with Declan McCarron
    Join Zoom: https://tinyurl.com/TuesdayDharma 
    Meeting ID: 893 3396 7495   ~  Passcode: 235226 

    Join various Dharma Leaders on Zoom 
    Format: 
    • 30 min Lightly Guided Meditation
    • 30 min Dharma Talk
    • 15 min for questions and discussion
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Wednesday, December 3rd
  • 7:00 am - 7:45 am YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with David Lorey 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 Ying Chen
    • 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 Hilary Borison
    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 No Class with Matthew this week
    Back next week - December 10
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Thursday, December 4th
  • 7:00 am - 7:45 am YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with David Lorey 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 - 10:45 am In-Person Yoga with Terry Lesser
    Each session uses a variety of asanas (poses) to focus and calm the mind, enhance breath and overall awareness, and develop flexibility, balance and strength. Beginners are always welcome. The class is a mixed level and everyone is encouraged to work in accordance with their own needs and abilities. Bring a large towel and sticky mat, if you have one.
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  • 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 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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  • 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
    On Zoom: Join us for an hour of gladdening the mind! We will explore gentle and gradual cultivation of heart practices, which are both supportive for mindfulness and transformative in their own right.  Format: 5-10 min intro, 30-minute guided meditation, small-group practice, and discussion and Q/A. 

    Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/92006340224?pwd=U3dZZVVLWVpaeWtGWHQ5eGg1Lzc0UT09
    Meeting ID: 920 0634 0224; Passcode: metta
    One tap mobile:  +16699006833,,92006340224# US (San Jose)
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  • 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Thursday Night Dharma with Yanli Wang
    Thursday Night Dharma is a welcoming space to meditate and practice together. After a 30-minute lightly guided meditation, we meet in small groups to share insights and questions. A short dharma talk deepens the theme and invites further conversation. Whether you’re new or seasoned, you’ll find down-to-earth dharma teachings and supportive community here. In-person at IMC
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  • 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm 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, December 5th
  • 7:00 am - 7:45 am YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with David Lorey 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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Saturday, December 6th
  • 9:45 am - 4:00 pm Offsite Daylong: Gifts of Sangha: Empathic Connection and the Refuge of Spiritual Friendship with Matthew Brensilver in Berkeley
    Location: Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, Fellowship Hall,1606 Bonita Ave, Berkeley, CA

    Registration required.

    Please join us for a day of silence, reflection and the nourishment of spiritual friendship. Sangha — the community of Buddhist practitioners — is indispensable on our path. It is said that the dharma is transmitted from warm hand to warm hand. The intensity of the world requires that we have places of refuge, where the sincerity and good will of others soothes our hearts. Sangha is such a refuge.

    The day will include silent and guided meditation periods, walking meditation, a dharma talk and opportunities for dialogue. All are welcome.

    Offered by: Matthew Brensilver

    Registration is open —For more information and to register see the Insight Retreat Center's Offsite Retreat page.
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    Sunday, December 7th
    • 7:00 am - 8:15 am Raíces Compartidas en el Dhamma en Español con Paul Waters (en zoom)
      Encuentros de meditación en línea con maestros del programa de líderes del dharma del Insight Meditation Center.

      9 domingos, del 19 de octubre al 14 de diciembre de 2025. 7-8:15 am (California)*
      * fin del horario de verano el 2 de noviembre.

      En las sesiones ofrecemos una meditación, una plática de Dhamma y una discusión en grupo. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que se lleva practicando.
      https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/series-especiales/
      No es necesario inscribirse ¿Preguntas sandra@insightretreatcenter.org


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

      Meeting ID: 860 3027 5712
      Passcode: Respirando
      Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kbrKxQA6CA
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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 Special Talk With Kim Moore and GRIP graduates
        We are offering IMC's usual Sunday morning sit and talk in person, on YouTube, and on IMC's website..  The meditation starts at 9:25 and the 30-45-minute talk starts at 10:00
        This Sunday is a special occasion to bring back the graduates from the GRIP prison program. Their topic is "What Does it Take to Make Peace in a Violent Word: Lessons from inside prison walls." 
        Join GRIP (Guiding Rage Into Power) for an inspiring conversation rooted in lived experience, transformation, and restorative justice.
        If you'd like to donate to the GRIP program, you can do so here
         
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    • 10:45 am - 11:30 am CANCELLED: Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
      The December 7. meeting has been CANCELLED.
      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. 
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    • 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Dharma Sprouts Program with Hilary Borison and Carla Rayacich
      (for K through 2nd Graders and their parents)


      Please note that we will start a little later today 12:00pm  instead of 11:30am
      First Sunday of the month, Usually 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
      in-person at IMC

      Meditation and mindfulness practice through stories, songs, art, movement, and games. Parents participate with their children. Contact Hilary at IMC.familyprogram@gmail.com or 650-575-2052 for more information and to RSVP.
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    • 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ZOOM Eightfold Path Drop-in QA/Discussion
      This is an optional  Zoom-only drop-in discussion meeting for those registred for the Eightfold Path program.  Especially intended for those without private mentoring.
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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. For more information or to receive weekly email notifications contact: Stan Loll, stan.loll@gmail.com. 

      Join Zoom Meeting

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

      Meeting ID: 871 9022 3659
      Passcode: metta
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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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