8:30 am – 8:00 pm3-day Retreat at IMC with Tanya Wiser and Shelley Gault
8:30 am – 8:00 pm
3-day Retreat at IMC with Tanya Wiser and Shelley Gault
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Three-day Non-residential Retreat at IMC The Body & Heart at the Center: Knowing, Sensing, Calming
Friday, July 31 to August 2, 2026 In-person at IMC Offered by Tanya Wiserand Shelley Gault Registration required.Visit thislink.
Schedule:
Friday, July 31 5:30pm – 8:00pm
Saturday, August 1 8:30am – 8:00pm
Sunday,August 2 8:30am – 4:00pm—We will join in the regular Sunday morning program.
In this retreat, Shelley and Tanya will offer teachings on cultivating sati—mindful awareness—through the lens of the physical body and with the support of a caring heart. Participants will be guided in developing their capacity to know and sense physical experience directly, and to calm the body and mind. These natural human capacities support the unfolding of clarity, open-heartedness, and ease in meditative awareness.
The retreat will include guided meditation instructions, silent sitting and walking periods, dharma talks, and small group practice discussions with the teachers. The retreat is suitable for new and experienced practitioners.
The program is offered freely. If you would like to support the teachers or the center, please visit IMC’s donation page.
Sunday August 22
7:00 am – 8:00 amRaíces compartidas en el dhamma con Merce López
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.
8:30 am – 4:00 pm3-day Retreat at IMC with Tanya Wiser and Shelley Gault
8:30 am – 4:00 pm
3-day Retreat at IMC with Tanya Wiser and Shelley Gault
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Three-day Non-residential Retreat at IMC The Body & Heart at the Center: Knowing, Sensing, Calming
Friday, July 31 to August 2, 2026 In-person at IMC Offered by Tanya Wiserand Shelley Gault Registration required.Visit thislink.
Schedule:
Friday, July 31 5:30pm – 8:00pm
Saturday, August 1 8:30am – 8:00pm
Sunday,August 2 8:30am – 4:00pm—We will join in the regular Sunday morning program.
In this retreat, Shelley and Tanya will offer teachings on cultivating sati—mindful awareness—through the lens of the physical body and with the support of a caring heart. Participants will be guided in developing their capacity to know and sense physical experience directly, and to calm the body and mind. These natural human capacities support the unfolding of clarity, open-heartedness, and ease in meditative awareness.
The retreat will include guided meditation instructions, silent sitting and walking periods, dharma talks, and small group practice discussions with the teachers. The retreat is suitable for new and experienced practitioners.
The program is offered freely. If you would like to support the teachers or the center, please visit IMC’s donation page.
8:30 am – 9:10 amSilent Sitting
8:30 am – 9:10 am
Silent Sitting
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atIMC’s donation page
9:25 am – 10:45 amSitting and Talk With Tanya Wiser
9:25 am – 10:45 am
Sitting and Talk With Tanya Wiser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
11:30 am – 12:30 pmCANCELLED: Dharma Sprouts Program with Hilary Borison and Carla Rayacich
11:30 am – 12:30 pm
CANCELLED: Dharma Sprouts Program with Hilary Borison and Carla Rayacich
(for K through 2nd Graders and their parents)
Today’s event has been CANCELLED.
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.
12:30 pm – 4:00 pmBusy
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmBIPOC Sitting Group with Lily Huang
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
BIPOC Sitting Group with Lily Huang
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
First Sunday of the month In-person at IMC Facilitated by: Lily Huang Open to those who identify as Black, Indigenous, or Person of Color. Includes a guided meditation, a brief Dharma talk, community check-ins, and group discussion. This monthly group is a supportive and nourishing environment for BIPOC folks to practice and grow on the path together.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmNo meeting until 8//16: At Home in the World for people in their 20s/30s with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
No meeting until 8//16: At Home in the World for people in their 20s/30s with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
We are on summer break until 8/16
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Hilary Borison
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Hilary Borison
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Join us on Monday evenings, 7:15–8:30pm Pacific, for a quiet, supportive space to deepen your practice. Each evening 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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Hilary or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday August 44
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Dawn Neal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Dawn Neal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Lienchi Tran
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Lienchi Tran
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pmZoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Zoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atimcsg22@gmail.comfor more info and for Zoom link
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
6:30 pm – 8:00 pmIntroduction to Mindfulness Meditation with Lish Dorosin and Doug Wiebe
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation with Lish Dorosin and Doug Wiebe
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Five Thursdays: July 23 – August 20, 2026: 6:30 – 8:00 pm In-person at IMC Offered by: Lish Dorosinand Doug Wiebe 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.
Friday August 77
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Dawn Neal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Dawn Neal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amTea Following Regular Sunday Program
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Tea Following Regular Sunday Program
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Join us for an informal tea with light refreshments on the Second Sunday of each month, following the regular Sunday morning program. Everyone is welcome to this opportunity to meet new friends and connect with old friends.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
This dharma circle includes sitting meditation, a short dharma talk, discussion and community activities. We intend to provide a safe, friendly, and nourishing environment. Open to all self-identified people of Asian or South Asian, Southeast Asian, East Asian and Pacific Islander background. No registration required. For more information contactasianimc2020@gmail.com.
5:30 pm – 7:00 pmPAUSED for Summer: Zoom: Mindful Teens — Dharma Bodhis Meeting with Hilary Borison and Conrad Sherby
5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
PAUSED for Summer: Zoom: Mindful Teens — Dharma Bodhis Meeting with Hilary Borison and Conrad Sherby
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Second Sunday of the Month, 5:30 – 7:00 pm on Zoom
Meetings are paused for the Summer and will resume in October. Please contact Hilary atimc.familyprogram@gmail.comfor the Zoom link. You can find more information on the Mindful Teens and Dharma Bodhis programs on the IMC website.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Jennifer Dungan
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Jennifer Dungan
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Join us on Monday evenings, 7:15–8:30pm Pacific, for a quiet, supportive space to deepen your practice. Each evening 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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday August 1111
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with David Lorey 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with David Lorey 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Lienchi Tran
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Lienchi Tran
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday August 1313
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with David Lorey 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with David Lorey 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
6:30 pm – 8:00 pmIntroduction to Mindfulness Meditation with Lish Dorosin and Doug Wiebe
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation with Lish Dorosin and Doug Wiebe
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Five Thursdays: July 23 – August 20, 2026: 6:30 – 8:00 pm In-person at IMC Offered by: Lish Dorosinand Doug Wiebe 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.
Friday August 1414
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with David Lorey 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with David Lorey 7:00am-7:45am
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with bruni dávila
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
4:30 pm – 6:00 pmCANCELLED: Dharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
CANCELLED: Dharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Third Sunday of the Month from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm in-person at IMC
This month’s meeting has been CANCELLED. Please join us for Dharma in the Park for Sprouts and Rocks Families, Sunday, August 30 at 11:30 am at Stafford Park
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 atIMC.We ask participants to sign upat least two days before the event.For more information, please contact Lily atimc.familyprogram@gmail.com
IMC, 108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA, United States
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.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Maria Straatman
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Maria Straatman
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday August 1818
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Peter Fenczik
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Peter Fenczik
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday August 2020
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 1:00 pmVia Zoom: IMC Senior Sangha Group: Enjoying Our Aging with David Cohn & Fiona Barner
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Via Zoom: IMC Senior Sangha Group: Enjoying Our Aging with David Cohn & Fiona Barner
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pmZoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Zoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atimcsg22@gmail.comfor more info and for Zoom link
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
6:30 pm – 8:00 pmIntroduction to Mindfulness Meditation with Lish Dorosin and Doug Wiebe
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation with Lish Dorosin and Doug Wiebe
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Five Thursdays: July 23 – August 20, 2026: 6:30 – 8:00 pm In-person at IMC Offered by: Lish Dorosinand Doug Wiebe 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.
Friday August 2121
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with bruni dávila
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 Gil gives a Dharma talk. Brief interviews to talk about the practice will be available with Gil. Previous experience is recommended. Bring Lunch.
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.
9:45 am – 4:00 pmBerkeley Daylong: A Day of Lovingkindness Practice with Matthew Brensilver
9:45 am – 4:00 pm
Berkeley Daylong: A Day of Lovingkindness Practice with Matthew Brensilver
1924 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA 94709, USA
Location: Fellowship Hall: Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, 1924 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA
Offered by:Matthew Brensilver Registration required: For registration and accessibility information see the Insight Retreat Center’sOffsite Retreat page
The Buddha counsels: “Hatred does not cease by hatred but by non-hatred. This law is eternal.” The alternatives to love — namely, hate or apathy — are not viable for ourselves, for our communities or our world. There are many details to work out, but in one way or another, love will be the path forward. Fear, self-absorption and measurement create a million boundaries — lovingkindness dissolves them. During this daylong, we’ll explore the boundless friendliness of mettā and the ways that it is both the path and the fruit of meditation practice.
The day will include guided and silent sitting meditation, walking meditation, a dharma talk, and an opportunity to ask questions of the teacher. All are welcome..
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
This dharma circle includes sitting meditation, a short dharma talk, discussion and community activities. We intend to provide a safe, friendly, and nourishing environment. Open to all self-identified people of Asian or South Asian, Southeast Asian, East Asian and Pacific Islander background. No registration required. For more information contactasianimc2020@gmail.com.
1:30 pm – 3:30 pmAwake Together: The Middle Way for the Middle of Life: 5-Month Series for People in their 30s and 40s with Mei Elliott and Kodo Conlin
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Awake Together: The Middle Way for the Middle of Life: 5-Month Series for People in their 30s and 40s with Mei Elliott and Kodo Conlin
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Five Sundays – April 5, May 24, June 21, July 19, and August 23, 2026: 1:30 – 3:30 pm In-person only at IMC Offered by Mei Elliott and Kodo Conlin This five-month in-person program offers an opportunity for people in their 30s and 40s to practice together in community. Each session will include meditation, dharma talks, discussion and activities that support connection. Participants will be given practices, readings and/or brief written reflections to complete in between meetings, and will be encouraged to meet in a small group outside of class time. The program is designed for practitioners who wish to strengthen their practice, deepen their understanding, and form meaningful connections with others on the path. Participants are encouraged to attend all five sessions. Attending the first class is required for participation, and the series will be closed to new participants once it begins.
Registration: Awake Together 2025
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Maria Straatman
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Maria Straatman
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday August 2525
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday August 2727
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
In-person at IMC
August 27 – September 24: The Five Faculties
An evening of exploring core topics related to meditation and Buddhist practice. Includes sharing reflections on our practice, guided meditation, a dharma talk, and group discussions with other practitioners. For beginners and experienced beginners.
Taught by local IMC Dharma leaders. Periodically presents series on relevant Dharma topics.
Friday August 2828
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with bruni dávila
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
8:30 am – 10:00 amZoom: Earth Care Meeting: Bearing Witness with Ram Appalaraju
8:30 am – 10:00 am
Zoom: Earth Care Meeting: Bearing Witness with Ram Appalaraju
Bearing Witness: Grief and Resilience on the Frontlines of Climate Work On Zoom Offered by:Ram Appalaraju
Frontline environmental workers carry a weight most people never see: the grief of watching the land, wildlife, and communities they’ve dedicated their lives to protecting change faster than they can keep up.Ram Appalaraju surveyed workers across federal agencies and nonprofits about this toll — and theresponseswereraw. Nearly everyone reported carrying serious emotional strain from their work right now. Join us for a one-hour session where we’ll share what these workers told us, in their own words, about grief, burnout, and what real support could look like. We’ll talk honestly about why the usual wellness tips don’t cut it here — and what does. If you care about the people doing this work, come join the conversation.
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
The last Sunday of each month, our community comes together immediately following the Sunday Dharma Talk for a potluck meal. All are welcome. Please bring a vegetarian dish to share. If you are not able to bring food, you are still welcome to stay and have some food. Please direct questions to: imc.volunteerdirector@gmail.com and Jill will happily respond for the PotLuck Group.
11:30 am – 1:30 pmDharma in the Park for Sprouts and Rocks Families
11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Dharma in the Park for Sprouts and Rocks Families
Stafford Park, Hopkins Avenue &, King St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Location: Stafford Park at the corner of Hopkins Ave and Lowell St, Redwood City — about half a mile from IMC
We look forward to sharing the dharma under the redwoods, connecting to each other and the natural world.For kids entering the third grade, Dharma Sprouts (TK-2nd graders) will say farewell as Dharma Rocks (3rd-5th graders) welcomes them.Please bring a blanket to sit on and a picnic lunch. You can bring swimwear and a towel for water play after the meeting.
To RSVP, please email Lily atimc.familyprogram@gmail.com, and provide the name, grade and age of your child(ren). We hope to see you there!
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Deanna Roberts
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Deanna Roberts
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Walt Opie
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Walt Opie
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Join us on Monday evenings, 7:15–8:30pm Pacific, for a quiet, supportive space to deepen your practice. Each evening 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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishereand above
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
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Tuesday September 11
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Matthew Brensilver 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Matthew Brensilver 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Kristina Isberg
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Kristina Isberg
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
8:15 am – 9:00 amBasic Meditation Instruction
8:15 am – 9:00 am
Basic Meditation Instruction
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
In-person at IMC
45-minute introduction to IMC and the basic meditation practice taught at IMC.
All are welcome. Registration not needed.
9:30 am – 12:15 pmHalf-day Retreat with Maria Straatman
9:30 am – 12:15 pm
Half-day Retreat with Maria Straatman
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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)
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday September 33
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Matthew Brensilver 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Matthew Brensilver 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pmZoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Zoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atimcsg22@gmail.comfor more info and for Zoom link
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
In-person at IMC
August 27 – September 24: The Five Faculties
An evening of exploring core topics related to meditation and Buddhist practice. Includes sharing reflections on our practice, guided meditation, a dharma talk, and group discussions with other practitioners. For beginners and experienced beginners.
Taught by local IMC Dharma leaders. Periodically presents series on relevant Dharma topics.
Friday September 44
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Matthew Brensilver 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Matthew Brensilver 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
11:30 am – 12:30 pmCANCELLED: Dharma Sprouts Program with Hilary Borison and Carla Rayacich
11:30 am – 12:30 pm
CANCELLED: Dharma Sprouts Program with Hilary Borison and Carla Rayacich
(for K through 2nd Graders and their parents)
First Sunday of the month, 11:30 am – 12:30 pm in-person at IMC
This month’s meeting has been CANCELLED. 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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmBIPOC Sitting Group with Lily Huang
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
BIPOC Sitting Group with Lily Huang
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
First Sunday of the month In-person at IMC Facilitated by: Lily Huang Open to those who identify as Black, Indigenous, or Person of Color. Includes a guided meditation, a brief Dharma talk, community check-ins, and group discussion. This monthly group is a supportive and nourishing environment for BIPOC folks to practice and grow on the path together.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmNo Meeting Tonight: For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
No Meeting Tonight: For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
No Meeting Tonight
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday September 88
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Maria Straatman 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Maria Straatman 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Paul Waters
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Paul Waters
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday September 1010
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Maria Straatman 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Maria Straatman 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
In-person at IMC
August 27 – September 24: The The Five Faculties
An evening of exploring core topics related to meditation and Buddhist practice. Includes sharing reflections on our practice, guided meditation, a dharma talk, and group discussions with other practitioners. For beginners and experienced beginners.
Taught by local IMC Dharma leaders. Periodically presents series on relevant Dharma topics.
Friday September 1111
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Maria Straatman 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Maria Straatman 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Open to those who identify as Black, Indigenous, or a Person of Color.
This half-day retreat supports cultivating a loving awareness, exploring mindfulness infusedwith lovingkindness. It will includealternating sitting and walking meditation and Dharma reflections. Open to all levels of experience.
Optional informal lunch will follow (bring your own).
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, please visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Sunday September 1313
7:00 am – 8:00 amRaíces compartidas en el dhamma con Sandra
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amTea Following Regular Sunday Program
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Tea Following Regular Sunday Program
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Join us for an informal tea with light refreshments on the Second Sunday of each month, following the regular Sunday morning program. Everyone is welcome to this opportunity to meet new friends and connect with old friends.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
This dharma circle includes sitting meditation, a short dharma talk, discussion and community activities. We intend to provide a safe, friendly, and nourishing environment. Open to all self-identified people of Asian or South Asian, Southeast Asian, East Asian and Pacific Islander background. No registration required. For more information contactasianimc2020@gmail.com.
5:30 pm – 7:00 pmPAUSED for Summer: Zoom: Mindful Teens — Dharma Bodhis Meeting with Hilary Borison and Conrad Sherby
5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
PAUSED for Summer: Zoom: Mindful Teens — Dharma Bodhis Meeting with Hilary Borison and Conrad Sherby
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Second Sunday of the Month, 5:30 – 7:00 pm on Zoom
Meetings are paused for the Summer and will resume in October. Please contact Hilary atimc.familyprogram@gmail.comfor the Zoom link. You can find more information on the Mindful Teens and Dharma Bodhis programs on the IMC website.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Brian Johnson
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Brian Johnson
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huangand friends In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday September 1515
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Diana Clark 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Diana Clark 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Kristina Isberg
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Kristina Isberg
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
8:15 am – 9:00 amBasic Meditation Instruction
8:15 am – 9:00 am
Basic Meditation Instruction
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
In-person at IMC
45-minute introduction to IMC and the basic meditation practice taught at IMC.
All are welcome. Registration not needed.
9:30 am – 12:15 pmHalf-day Retreat with Diana Clark
9:30 am – 12:15 pm
Half-day Retreat with Diana Clark
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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)
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 1:00 pmVia Zoom: IMC Senior Sangha Group: Enjoying Our Aging with David Cohn & Fiona Barner
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Via Zoom: IMC Senior Sangha Group: Enjoying Our Aging with David Cohn & Fiona Barner
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Please fill out this short form to be added to the email list for class materials and announcements andclass 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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pmZoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Zoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atimcsg22@gmail.comfor more info and for Zoom link
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
In-person at IMC
August 27 – September 24: The Five Faculties
An evening of exploring core topics related to meditation and Buddhist practice. Includes sharing reflections on our practice, guided meditation, a dharma talk, and group discussions with other practitioners. For beginners and experienced beginners.
Taught by local IMC Dharma leaders. Periodically presents series on relevant Dharma topics.
Friday September 1818
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Diana Clark 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Diana Clark 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 5:00 pmBusy
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In meditation, freedom does not come from forcing experience to be different, but from learning to meet what is here with openness and care. This silent daylong retreat will include alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation, with a few short Dharma talks and very brief mindfulness instructions. Practice discussions with the teacher will also be offered. Please bring a lunch.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, please visit IMC’s donation page.
Sunday September 2020
7:00 am – 8:00 amRaíces compartidas en el dhamma con Mónica
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
11:30 am – 1:00 pmMindful Parents with Lauren Silver and Melody Baumgartner
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Mindful Parents with Lauren Silver and Melody Baumgartner
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Third Sunday of the month September 2026 – June, 2027: 11:30am – 1:00pm In-person at IMC
THEME: This year, we’ll be working with the book, Taking Our Places — The Buddhist Path to Truly Growing Up, by Norman Fischer, exploring a different chapter each month. NOTE: You do not need the book to attend! THIS MONTH’S CHAPTER: Meeting
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 atmelodybaumgartner@gmail.comfor more information.
4:30 pm – 6:00 pmDharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Dharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atIMC.We ask participants to sign upat least two days before the event.For more information, please contact Lily atimc.familyprogram@gmail.com
IMC, 108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA, United States
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.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday September 2222
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Maria Straatman 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Maria Straatman 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Kristina Isberg
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Kristina Isberg
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
In-person at IMC
August 27 – September 24: The Five Faculties
An evening of exploring core topics related to meditation and Buddhist practice. Includes sharing reflections on our practice, guided meditation, a dharma talk, and group discussions with other practitioners. For beginners and experienced beginners.
Taught by local IMC Dharma leaders. Periodically presents series on relevant Dharma topics.
Friday September 2525
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Maria Straatman 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Maria Straatman 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
8:30 am – 10:00 amCANCELLED: Zoom: Earth Care Meeting
8:30 am – 10:00 am
CANCELLED: Zoom: Earth Care Meeting
This month’s meeting has been CANCELLED. If you have any questions, please contact the Earth Care group atEarthCare.Dharma@gmail.com
9:00 am – 4:30 pmRefuge in Times Like These - A Daylong Mindfulness Meditation Retreat with Thina Ollier and Lauren Silver
9:00 am – 4:30 pm
Refuge in Times Like These - A Daylong Mindfulness Meditation Retreat with Thina Ollier and Lauren Silver
This silent daylong retreat is offered as a supportive refuge in the midst of our complicated personal and societal lives. Intended for people who already understand the basic practice of mindfulness, the day will include teachings on “going for refuge,” one of the foundations for all Buddhist practice. The day will include periods of guided meditations, silent meditation, walking meditation, dharma talks, and time for Q&A. Practice discussions with the teachers will be available. Registration is not required. Please bring lunch.
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 pagehere
Sunday September 2727
7:00 am – 8:00 amRaíces compartidas en el dhamma con Corina
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
The last Sunday of each month, our community comes together immediately following the Sunday Dharma Talk for a potluck meal. All are welcome. Please bring a vegetarian dish to share. If you are not able to bring food, you are still welcome to stay and have some food. Please direct questions to: imc.volunteerdirector@gmail.com and Jill will happily respond for the PotLuck Group.
1:00 pm – 2:30 pmOnline via Zoom: Asian Dharma Circle with Ying Chen
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Online via Zoom: Asian Dharma Circle with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
This dharma circle includes sitting meditation, a short dharma talk, discussion and community activities. We intend to provide a safe, friendly, and nourishing environment. Open to all self-identified people of Asian or South Asian, Southeast Asian, East Asian and Pacific Islander background. No registration required. For more information contactasianimc2020@gmail.com.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday September 2929
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Lily Huang
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Lily Huang
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
8:15 am – 9:00 amBasic Meditation Instruction
8:15 am – 9:00 am
Basic Meditation Instruction
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
In-person at IMC
45-minute introduction to IMC and the basic meditation practice taught at IMC.
All are welcome. Registration not needed.
9:30 am – 12:15 pmHalf-day Retreat with Gil Fronsdal
9:30 am – 12:15 pm
Half-day Retreat with Gil Fronsdal
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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)
10:00 am – 1:30 pmFall Equinox walk In Edgewood Park
10:00 am – 1:30 pm
Fall Equinox walk In Edgewood Park
Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve, 10 Old Stage Coach Rd, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Let’s meet in the Edgewood Park parking lot at 10am for a 3+ mile hike — approximately 3 hours. What: We will celebrate this celestial event walking through local ecosystems with some periods of silence bringing our awareness to the present, paying attention to our senses. There will be a time of sitting with a ritual; and a gathering together.
Join: Kristen Benson, an Eco Buddist Chaplain through Sati Center. A chaplain of the spiritual connection of people and the land/earth, who loves the earth and all that she blesses us with.
What to bring: Walking shoes, water, snack, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses.
QUESTIONS: There is no need to RSVP, but if you have questions, please contact Kristen Benson kristenbensonart@gmail.com. 650-483-6838
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
October 2026
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Monday
Tuesday
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Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Thursday October 11
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pmZoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Zoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atimcsg22@gmail.comfor more info and for Zoom link
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with bruni dávila
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
11:30 am – 12:30 pmDharma Sprouts Program with Hilary Borison and Carla Rayacich
11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Dharma Sprouts Program with Hilary Borison and Carla Rayacich
(for K through 2nd Graders and their parents)
First Sunday of the month, 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.
1:00 pm – 3:30 pmZoom and In-person: Eightfold Path Program
1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Zoom and In-person: Eightfold Path Program
Registration requiredthe registration and Mentor application form will appear the Special and Yearlong Programs page on the IMC websiteby July 1, 2026
The Buddha’s most explicit path of practice is the Eightfold Path— 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.
Pre-requisite: completion of IMC’s Introduction to Meditation course or the equivalent.
The in-person and online versions of the program will occur parallel at the same time. Participants can attend either version throughout the program. After registering, you will receive Zoom links and course materials by email. A longerapplication is required to be assigned a mentorin addition to the group meetings. Mentoring slots may fill early.
Monthly 2-1/2 hour meetings that include teachings, meditation, and discussions.
Monthly 1-hour optional drop-in mentor sessions for practice discussions.
Readings, reflections, and practices for each month.
Monthly 1-hour individul or group meeting with a mentor to discuss one’s practice and reflections on the Eightfold Path factors. Mentoring slots may fill up.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmBIPOC Sitting Group with Lily Huang
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
BIPOC Sitting Group with Lily Huang
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
First Sunday of the month In-person at IMC Facilitated by: Lily Huang Open to those who identify as Black, Indigenous, or Person of Color. Includes a guided meditation, a brief Dharma talk, community check-ins, and group discussion. This monthly group is a supportive and nourishing environment for BIPOC folks to practice and grow on the path together.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmNO MEETING TONIGHT For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
NO MEETING TONIGHT For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with TBD
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday October 66
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Nikki Mirghafori 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Nikki Mirghafori 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday October 88
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Nikki Mirghafori 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Nikki Mirghafori 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with bruni dávila
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amTea Following Regular Sunday Program
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Tea Following Regular Sunday Program
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Join us for an informal tea with light refreshments on the Second Sunday of each month, following the regular Sunday morning program. Everyone is welcome to this opportunity to meet new friends and connect with old friends.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
This dharma circle includes sitting meditation, a short dharma talk, discussion and community activities. We intend to provide a safe, friendly, and nourishing environment. Open to all self-identified people of Asian or South Asian, Southeast Asian, East Asian and Pacific Islander background. No registration required. For more information contactasianimc2020@gmail.com.
1:00 pm – 3:30 pmZoom and In-person: Eightfold Path Program
1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Zoom and In-person: Eightfold Path Program
Registration requiredthe registration and Mentor application form will appear the Special and Yearlong Programs page on the IMC websiteby July 1, 2026
The Buddha’s most explicit path of practice is the Eightfold Path— 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.
Pre-requisite: completion of IMC’s Introduction to Meditation course or the equivalent.
The in-person and online versions of the program will occur parallel at the same time. Participants can attend either version throughout the program. After registering, you will receive Zoom links and course materials by email. A longerapplication is required to be assigned a mentorin addition to the group meetings. Mentoring slots may fill early.
Monthly 2-1/2 hour meetings that include teachings, meditation, and discussions.
Monthly 1-hour optional drop-in mentor sessions for practice discussions.
Readings, reflections, and practices for each month.
Monthly 1-hour individul or group meeting with a mentor to discuss one’s practice and reflections on the Eightfold Path factors. Mentoring slots may fill up.
5:00 pm – 6:00 pmZoom: Mindful Teens — Dharma Bodhis Meeting with Hilary Borison and Conrad Sherby
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Zoom: Mindful Teens — Dharma Bodhis Meeting with Hilary Borison and Conrad Sherby
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Second Sunday of the Month, 5:30 – 7:00 pm on Zoom
Please contact Hilary atimc.familyprogram@gmail.comfor the Zoom link. You can find more information on the Mindful Teens and Dharma Bodhis programs on the IMC website.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Maria Straatman
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Maria Straatman
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday October 1313
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with bruni davila
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with bruni davila
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 1:00 pmVia Zoom: IMC Senior Sangha Group: Enjoying Our Aging with David Cohn & Ross Bauer
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Via Zoom: IMC Senior Sangha Group: Enjoying Our Aging with David Cohn & Ross Bauer
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Please fill out this short form to be added to the email list for class materials and announcements andclass 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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pmZoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Zoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atimcsg22@gmail.comfor more info and for Zoom link
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 5:00 pmBusy
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amCANCELLED: Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
CANCELLED: Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
This week’s 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.
11:30 am – 1:00 pmMindful Parents with Lauren Silver and Melody Baumgartner
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Mindful Parents with Lauren Silver and Melody Baumgartner
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Third Sunday of the month September 2026 – June, 2027: 11:30am – 1:00pm In-person at IMC
THEME: This year, we’ll be working with the book, Taking Our Places — The Buddhist Path to Truly Growing Up, by Norman Fischer, exploring a different chapter each month. NOTE: You do not need the book to attend! THIS MONTH’S CHAPTER: Maturity
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 atmelodybaumgartner@gmail.comfor more information.
4:30 pm – 6:00 pmDharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Dharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atIMC.We ask participants to sign upat least two days before the event.For more information, please contact Lily atimc.familyprogram@gmail.com
IMC, 108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA, United States
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.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmNO MEETING TONIGHT For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
NO MEETING TONIGHT For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday October 2020
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Shelley Gault 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Shelley Gault 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Lienchi Tran
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Lienchi Tran
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday October 2222
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Shelley Gault 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Shelley Gault 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
9:30 am – 4:30 pmA Day of Presence, Poetry, and Practice with Diana Clark and Walt Opie
9:30 am – 4:30 pm
A Day of Presence, Poetry, and Practice with Diana Clark and Walt Opie
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Saturday October 24, 9:30 am – 4:30 pm In-person only at IMC Offered by Diana Clark and Walt Opie
At the heart of Dharma practice is the invitation to be present for our lives, not only for what is pleasant or easily understood, but also for what is uncertain, painful, beautiful, or beyond words. Poetry can help us enter this territory gently. A poem may offer no solution, yet still bring recognition, companionship, and a subtle shift in how we see.
In this daylong retreat, we will meditate together and reflect on poems that have opened something in us. Through mindfulness, poetry, silence, and shared inquiry, we will explore how language can deepen awareness, soften the heart, and connect us with people whose lives may be distant from ours in place or time, yet intimately familiar in their humanity. The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. Please bring lunch. If you’d like to donate to Diana and Walt or to IMC, please visit IMC’s donation page.
Sunday October 2525
7:00 am – 8:00 amRaíces compartidas en el dhamma con Merce
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
The last Sunday of each month, our community comes together immediately following the Sunday Dharma Talk for a potluck meal. All are welcome. Please bring a vegetarian dish to share. If you are not able to bring food, you are still welcome to stay and have some food. Please direct questions to: imc.volunteerdirector@gmail.com and Jill will happily respond for the PotLuck Group.
1:00 pm – 2:30 pmOnline via Zoom: Asian Dharma Circle with Ying Chen
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Online via Zoom: Asian Dharma Circle with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
This dharma circle includes sitting meditation, a short dharma talk, discussion and community activities. We intend to provide a safe, friendly, and nourishing environment. Open to all self-identified people of Asian or South Asian, Southeast Asian, East Asian and Pacific Islander background. No registration required. For more information contactasianimc2020@gmail.com.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Maria Straatman
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Maria Straatman
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday October 2727
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Lauren Silver
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Lauren Silver
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
8:15 am – 9:00 amBasic Meditation Instruction
8:15 am – 9:00 am
Basic Meditation Instruction
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
In-person at IMC
45-minute introduction to IMC and the basic meditation practice taught at IMC.
All are welcome. Registration not needed.
9:30 am – 12:15 pmHalf-day Retreat with Gil Fronsdal
9:30 am – 12:15 pm
Half-day Retreat with Gil Fronsdal
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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)
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Deanna Roberts
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Deanna Roberts
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday October 2929
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with bruni dávila
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Data center proliferation is rapidly transforming South Bay neighborhoodsas massive tech infrastructure expands to meet skyrocketing artificial intelligence and cloud computing demands. These largely unseen facilities bring pressing local issues, includingsevere power grid strain, disruptive noise pollution from industrial cooling systems, and the displacement of community spaces.Environmentally, the impact is profound: these digital warehouses consume millions of gallons of water daily and require immense amounts of electricity thatdrive up carbon emissions. This rapid expansion directly challenges our ability to work together and face the forces that de-prioritize ecological impact. This talk will discuss actionable steps our community can take, including advocating for stricter local green energy mandates and practicing digital minimalism. By bridging ecological awareness with spiritual practice, we can collectively work towardmore sustainable and compassionateneighborhoods.
9:30 am – 4:30 pmMindfulness of Body & Heart-Mind While Speaking with Tanya Wiser
9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Mindfulness of Body & Heart-Mind While Speaking with Tanya Wiser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Saturday, October 31 · 9:30 am – 4:30 pm In-person only at IMC Offered by: Tanya Wiser
Mindfulness while speaking can be supported by grounding in the body and stabilized by an open, receptive heart. This daylong retreat will include guided meditations, dharma talks, silent sitting, walking meditation. We will also engage in structured small-group practice sessions designed to deepen the direct experience of speaking from embodied awareness and connection to the clarity and tone of citta (heart-mind).
Instructions and guidance will be offered on knowing, sensing, allowing, and attuning to the citta with compassionate attention. Participants will explore how awareness of the body, together with a heart soft enough to care and respond, can support clarity, steadiness, and care in communication.
This daylong retreat is an opportunity to strengthen mindfulness, develop concentration, practice with the IMC community, and ask questions of the teacher. Both beginners and experienced practitioners are welcome.
Please bring your own lunch.
The program is offered freely, with no registration required. If you would like to support the teacher or the center, donations may be made through IMC’s donation page.
Retreat offered by Tanya Wiser, LCSW, SEP, a formally trained Vipassanā meditation and retreat teacher under the guidance of Gil Fronsdal and Andrea Fella at the Insight Meditation Center. She is a licensed clinical social worker and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner. Her approach emphasizes deep listening, compassionate presence, and attunement to the body and citta (heart-mind).
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Sunday November 11
7:00 am – 8:00 amRaíces compartidas en el dhamma con Corina
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
11:30 am – 12:30 pmDharma Sprouts Program with Hilary Borison and Carla Rayacich
11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Dharma Sprouts Program with Hilary Borison and Carla Rayacich
(for K through 2nd Graders and their parents)
First Sunday of the month, 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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmBIPOC Sitting Group with Lily Huang
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
BIPOC Sitting Group with Lily Huang
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
First Sunday of the month In-person at IMC Facilitated by: Lily Huang Open to those who identify as Black, Indigenous, or Person of Color. Includes a guided meditation, a brief Dharma talk, community check-ins, and group discussion. This monthly group is a supportive and nourishing environment for BIPOC folks to practice and grow on the path together.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmNO MEETING TONIGHT For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
NO MEETING TONIGHT For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday November 33
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday November 55
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pmZoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Zoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atimcsg22@gmail.comfor more info and for Zoom link
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with bruni dávila
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 Gil gives a Dharma talk. Brief interviews to talk about the practice will be available with Gil. Previous experience is recommended. Bring Lunch.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, please visit IMC’s donation page.
Sunday November 88
7:00 am – 8:00 amRaíces compartidas en el dhamma con Sandra
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amTea Following Regular Sunday Program
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Tea Following Regular Sunday Program
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Join us for an informal tea with light refreshments on the Second Sunday of each month, following the regular Sunday morning program. Everyone is welcome to this opportunity to meet new friends and connect with old friends.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
This dharma circle includes sitting meditation, a short dharma talk, discussion and community activities. We intend to provide a safe, friendly, and nourishing environment. Open to all self-identified people of Asian or South Asian, Southeast Asian, East Asian and Pacific Islander background. No registration required. For more information contactasianimc2020@gmail.com.
1:00 pm – 3:30 pmZoom and In-person: Eightfold Path Program
1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Zoom and In-person: Eightfold Path Program
Registration requiredthe registration and Mentor application form will appear the Special and Yearlong Programs page on the IMC websiteby July 1, 2026
The Buddha’s most explicit path of practice is the Eightfold Path— 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.
Pre-requisite: completion of IMC’s Introduction to Meditation course or the equivalent.
The in-person and online versions of the program will occur parallel at the same time. Participants can attend either version throughout the program. After registering, you will receive Zoom links and course materials by email. A longerapplication is required to be assigned a mentorin addition to the group meetings. Mentoring slots may fill early.
Monthly 2-1/2 hour meetings that include teachings, meditation, and discussions.
Monthly 1-hour optional drop-in mentor sessions for practice discussions.
Readings, reflections, and practices for each month.
Monthly 1-hour individul or group meeting with a mentor to discuss one’s practice and reflections on the Eightfold Path factors. Mentoring slots may fill up.
5:00 pm – 6:00 pmZoom: Mindful Teens — Dharma Bodhis Meeting with Hilary Borison and Conrad Sherby
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Zoom: Mindful Teens — Dharma Bodhis Meeting with Hilary Borison and Conrad Sherby
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Second Sunday of the Month, 5:30 – 7:00 pm on Zoom
Please contact Hilary atimc.familyprogram@gmail.comfor the Zoom link. You can find more information on the Mindful Teens and Dharma Bodhis programs on the IMC website.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday November 1010
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with bruni davila
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with bruni davila
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmIn-person and on Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
In-person and on Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
In-person at IMC & on Zoom
A gathering for self-identified women who wish to deepen practice in a loving community, as we learn to weave mindfulness throughout our daily lives. For more information and to receive the zoom link, please contact Hilary athborison@sbcglobal.net.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with bruni dávila
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
11:30 am – 1:00 pmMindful Parents with Lauren Silver and Melody Baumgartner
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Mindful Parents with Lauren Silver and Melody Baumgartner
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Third Sunday of the month September 2026 – June, 2027: 11:30am – 1:00pm In-person at IMC
THEME: This year, we’ll be working with the book, Taking Our Places — The Buddhist Path to Truly Growing Up, by Norman Fischer, exploring a different chapter each month. NOTE: You do not need the book to attend! THIS MONTH’S CHAPTER: Listening
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 atmelodybaumgartner@gmail.comfor more information.
4:30 pm – 6:00 pmDharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Dharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atIMC.We ask participants to sign upat least two days before the event.For more information, please contact Lily atimc.familyprogram@gmail.com
IMC, 108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA, United States
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.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Matthew Hahn
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Matthew Hahn
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday November 1717
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Ying Chen 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Ying Chen 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Lily Huang
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Lily Huang
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 1:00 pmVia Zoom: IMC Senior Sangha Group: Enjoying Our Aging with David Cohn & Ross Bauer
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Via Zoom: IMC Senior Sangha Group: Enjoying Our Aging with David Cohn & Ross Bauer
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Please fill out this short form to be added to the email list for class materials and announcements andclass 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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pmZoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Zoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atimcsg22@gmail.comfor more info and for Zoom link
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with bruni dávila
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In this retreat, Shelley and Tanya will offer instructions and guidance on the cultivation of mindfulness through knowing, sensing, allowing, and calming with our direct experience. Participants will explore how mindful awareness can be cultivated through attending to the physical body with the support of a caring heart. We will develop our capacity to know and sense physical experience directly and to calm the body and mind. These natural human capacities support the unfolding of clarity, open-heartedness, and ease in meditative awareness.
The retreat will include guided meditation instructions for awareness of the breath, body, emotions and thoughts, as well as silent sitting and walking periods, dharma talks, and small group practice discussions with the teachers. The retreat is suitable for new and experienced practitioners.
The program is offered freely with no registration required. If you would like to support the teachers or the center, donations may be made throughIMC’s donation page.
Please bring your own lunch.
Sunday November 2222
7:00 am – 8:00 amRaíces compartidas en el dhamma con Mónica
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
This dharma circle includes sitting meditation, a short dharma talk, discussion and community activities. We intend to provide a safe, friendly, and nourishing environment. Open to all self-identified people of Asian or South Asian, Southeast Asian, East Asian and Pacific Islander background. No registration required. For more information contactasianimc2020@gmail.com.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday November 2424
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Lauren Silver
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Lauren Silver
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday November 2626
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
11:30 am – 2:00 pmThanksgiving Day Vegetarian Potluck
11:30 am – 2:00 pm
Thanksgiving Day Vegetarian Potluck
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Thursday, November 26: 11:30 am – 2:00 pm
in-person at IMC
Hosted by: Gloria Schulz
Join us for a Thanksgiving Day vegetarian potluck at IMC hosted by Gloria Schulz, The event will run from 11:30am until 2:00 pm, with the goal of having IMC cleaned up and locked by 2:15pm. Help setting up and cleaning up afterwards will be needed. Please take leftovers home afterwards.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with bruni dávila
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Earth Care meetings focus on a set of diverse topics relating to the right actions we can take to mitigate climate change. Meetings will usually have a speaker who will be educating and contributing to topics on climate change and meaningful actions we can take. Sessions include a brief meditation, a presentation and group discussion.
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
The last Sunday of each month, our community comes together immediately following the Sunday Dharma Talk for a potluck meal. All are welcome. Please bring a vegetarian dish to share. If you are not able to bring food, you are still welcome to stay and have some food. Please direct questions to: imc.volunteerdirector@gmail.com and Jill will happily respond for the PotLuck Group.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
December 2026
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Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
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Tuesday December 11
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Diana Clark 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Diana Clark 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday December 33
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Diana Clark 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Diana Clark 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pmZoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Zoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atimcsg22@gmail.comfor more info and for Zoom link
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with bruni dávila
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
11:30 am – 12:30 pmDharma Sprouts Program with Hilary Borison and Carla Rayacich
11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Dharma Sprouts Program with Hilary Borison and Carla Rayacich
(for K through 2nd Graders and their parents)
First Sunday of the month, 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.
1:00 pm – 3:30 pmZoom and In-person: Eightfold Path Program
1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Zoom and In-person: Eightfold Path Program
Registration requiredthe registration and Mentor application form will appear the Special and Yearlong Programs page on the IMC websiteby July 1, 2026
The Buddha’s most explicit path of practice is the Eightfold Path— 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.
Pre-requisite: completion of IMC’s Introduction to Meditation course or the equivalent.
The in-person and online versions of the program will occur parallel at the same time. Participants can attend either version throughout the program. After registering, you will receive Zoom links and course materials by email. A longerapplication is required to be assigned a mentorin addition to the group meetings. Mentoring slots may fill early.
Monthly 2-1/2 hour meetings that include teachings, meditation, and discussions.
Monthly 1-hour optional drop-in mentor sessions for practice discussions.
Readings, reflections, and practices for each month.
Monthly 1-hour individul or group meeting with a mentor to discuss one’s practice and reflections on the Eightfold Path factors. Mentoring slots may fill up.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmBIPOC Sitting Group with Lily Huang
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
BIPOC Sitting Group with Lily Huang
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
First Sunday of the month In-person at IMC Facilitated by: Lily Huang Open to those who identify as Black, Indigenous, or Person of Color. Includes a guided meditation, a brief Dharma talk, community check-ins, and group discussion. This monthly group is a supportive and nourishing environment for BIPOC folks to practice and grow on the path together.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday December 88
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with David Lorey
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with David Lorey
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday December 1010
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with bruni dávila
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
9:00 am – 4:00 pmEmbodied Presence — Daylong with Kim Allen
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Embodied Presence — Daylong with Kim Allen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
in-person at IMC only Offered by:Kim Allen Embodied presence supports both everyday well-being and spiritual freedom. The body is a rich resource for mindfulness practice, continually opening and deepening as we explore it. On this day of practice, we will explore practices based in Buddhist teachings that help us connect with the body, experience it freshly, and invite liberating wisdom and compassion to emerge.
Our day will include guided and silent meditations, dharma teachings, and walking meditation. There will be an opportunity to sign up for practice discussions with the teacher. This daylong is appropriate for beginners and those with more experience. Registration is not required. Please bring lunch.
The program is offered freely. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page
Sunday December 1313
7:00 am – 8:00 amRaíces compartidas en el dhamma con Pablo
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amTea Following Regular Sunday Program
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Tea Following Regular Sunday Program
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Join us for an informal tea with light refreshments on the Second Sunday of each month, following the regular Sunday morning program. Everyone is welcome to this opportunity to meet new friends and connect with old friends.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
This dharma circle includes sitting meditation, a short dharma talk, discussion and community activities. We intend to provide a safe, friendly, and nourishing environment. Open to all self-identified people of Asian or South Asian, Southeast Asian, East Asian and Pacific Islander background. No registration required. For more information contactasianimc2020@gmail.com.
5:00 pm – 6:00 pmZoom: Mindful Teens — Dharma Bodhis Meeting with Hilary Borison and Conrad Sherby
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Zoom: Mindful Teens — Dharma Bodhis Meeting with Hilary Borison and Conrad Sherby
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Second Sunday of the Month, 5:30 – 7:00 pm on Zoom
Please contact Hilary atimc.familyprogram@gmail.comfor the Zoom link. You can find more information on the Mindful Teens and Dharma Bodhis programs on the IMC website.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 3:30 pmBusy
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday December 1515
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with David Lorey
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with David Lorey
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
8:15 am – 9:00 amBasic Meditation Instruction
8:15 am – 9:00 am
Basic Meditation Instruction
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
In-person at IMC
45-minute introduction to IMC and the basic meditation practice taught at IMC.
All are welcome. Registration not needed.
9:30 am – 12:15 pmHalf-day Retreat with Gil Fronsdal
9:30 am – 12:15 pm
Half-day Retreat with Gil Fronsdal
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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)
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Dee Roberts
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday December 1717
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 1:00 pmVia Zoom: IMC Senior Sangha Group: Enjoying Our Aging with David Cohn & Ross Bauer
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Via Zoom: IMC Senior Sangha Group: Enjoying Our Aging with David Cohn & Ross Bauer
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Please fill out this short form to be added to the email list for class materials and announcements andclass 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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pmZoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Zoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atimcsg22@gmail.comfor more info and for Zoom link
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with bruni dávila
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
4:30 pm – 6:00 pmDharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Dharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atIMC.We ask participants to sign upat least two days before the event.For more information, please contact Lily atimc.familyprogram@gmail.com
IMC, 108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA, United States
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.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
11:00 am – 2:00 pmWinter Solstice Walk in Edgewood Park with Kristen Benson
11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Winter Solstice Walk in Edgewood Park with Kristen Benson
Edgewood Park & Natural Preserve, 10 Old Stage Coach Rd, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Let’s meet in the Edgewood Park parking lot at 11am for a 3+ mile hike. What: We will celebrate this celestial event walking through local ecosystems with some periods of silence bringing our awareness to the present, paying attention to our senses. There will be a time with a ritual and a gathering together. Join: Kristen Benson, an Eco Buddist Chaplain through Sati center. A chaplain of the spiritual connection of people and the land/earth, who loves the earth and all that she blesses us with. What to bring: Walking shoes, water, snack, hat, layers, sunglasses Questions: There is no need to RSVP, but if you have questions, please contact Kristen Benson kristenbensonart@gmail.com. 650-483-6838
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday December 2222
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with bruni davila
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with bruni davila
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday December 2424
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with bruni dávila
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Earth Care meetings focus on a set of diverse topics relating to the right actions we can take to mitigate climate change. Meetings will usually have a speaker who will be educating and contributing to topics on climate change and meaningful actions we can take. Sessions include a brief meditation, a presentation and group discussion.
7:30 am – 9:30 amAwareness and Wisdom Integrated Home Retreat with Andrea Fella
7:30 am – 9:30 am
Awareness and Wisdom Integrated Home Retreat with Andrea Fella
Online Zoom course
Awareness and Wisdom Integrated Home Retreat (Online Zoom format) Taught by Andrea Fella Inspired by the teachings of Sayadaw U Tejaniya. December 27-31,2026 with two online sessions daily 7:30am – 9:30am; (PT) 3:30pm – 4:30pm (PT)
Registration is required:To register fill out thisRegistration Form. For questions, contact Yosh Haggerty: yosh at insightretreatcenter.org.
During this five-day online retreat we will explore a relaxed open awareness with an emphasis on exploring qualities of mind, and the attitude towards one’s experience. The emphasis for this week will be exploring integrating awareness into our whole day and all activities.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
The last Sunday of each month, our community comes together immediately following the Sunday Dharma Talk for a potluck meal. All are welcome. Please bring a vegetarian dish to share. If you are not able to bring food, you are still welcome to stay and have some food. Please direct questions to: imc.volunteerdirector@gmail.com and Jill will happily respond for the PotLuck Group.
1:00 pm – 2:30 pmOnline via Zoom: Asian Dharma Circle with Ying Chen
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Online via Zoom: Asian Dharma Circle with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
This dharma circle includes sitting meditation, a short dharma talk, discussion and community activities. We intend to provide a safe, friendly, and nourishing environment. Open to all self-identified people of Asian or South Asian, Southeast Asian, East Asian and Pacific Islander background. No registration required. For more information contactasianimc2020@gmail.com.
3:30 pm – 4:30 pmAwareness and Wisdom Integrated Home Retreat with Andrea Fella
3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Awareness and Wisdom Integrated Home Retreat with Andrea Fella
Online Zoom course
This event is part of a weeklongonline retreat, from Dec 27-31, 2026. Registration is required. For more details about the retreat, seeNon-Residential Retreat Events
During this five-day online retreat we will explore a relaxed open awareness with an emphasis on exploring qualities of mind, and the attitude towards one’s experience. Such an open awareness practice supports both the formal meditation of sitting and walking, as well as awareness of our normal daily activities.The emphasis for this week will be exploring integrating awareness into our whole day and all activities.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
7:30 am – 9:30 amAwareness and Wisdom Integrated Home Retreat with Andrea Fella
7:30 am – 9:30 am
Awareness and Wisdom Integrated Home Retreat with Andrea Fella
Online Zoom course
Awareness and Wisdom Integrated Home Retreat (Online Zoom format) Taught by Andrea Fella Inspired by the teachings of Sayadaw U Tejaniya. December 27-31,2026 with two online sessions daily 7:30am – 9:30am; (PT) 3:30pm – 4:30pm (PT)
Registration is required:To register fill out thisRegistration Form. For questions, contact Yosh Haggerty: yosh at insightretreatcenter.org.
During this five-day online retreat we will explore a relaxed open awareness with an emphasis on exploring qualities of mind, and the attitude towards one’s experience. The emphasis for this week will be exploring integrating awareness into our whole day and all activities.
3:30 pm – 4:30 pmAwareness and Wisdom Integrated Home Retreat with Andrea Fella
3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Awareness and Wisdom Integrated Home Retreat with Andrea Fella
Online Zoom course
This event is part of a weeklongonline retreat, from Dec 27-31, 2026. Registration is required. For more details about the retreat, seeNon-Residential Retreat Events
During this five-day online retreat we will explore a relaxed open awareness with an emphasis on exploring qualities of mind, and the attitude towards one’s experience. Such an open awareness practice supports both the formal meditation of sitting and walking, as well as awareness of our normal daily activities.The emphasis for this week will be exploring integrating awareness into our whole day and all activities.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday December 2929
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
7:30 am – 9:30 amAwareness and Wisdom Integrated Home Retreat with Andrea Fella
7:30 am – 9:30 am
Awareness and Wisdom Integrated Home Retreat with Andrea Fella
Online Zoom course
Awareness and Wisdom Integrated Home Retreat (Online Zoom format) Taught by Andrea Fella Inspired by the teachings of Sayadaw U Tejaniya. December 27-31,2026 with two online sessions daily 7:30am – 9:30am; (PT) 3:30pm – 4:30pm (PT)
Registration is required:To register fill out thisRegistration Form. For questions, contact Yosh Haggerty: yosh at insightretreatcenter.org.
During this five-day online retreat we will explore a relaxed open awareness with an emphasis on exploring qualities of mind, and the attitude towards one’s experience. The emphasis for this week will be exploring integrating awareness into our whole day and all activities.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Kristina Isberg
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Kristina Isberg
Zoom
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.
3:30 pm – 4:30 pmAwareness and Wisdom Integrated Home Retreat with Andrea Fella
3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Awareness and Wisdom Integrated Home Retreat with Andrea Fella
Online Zoom course
This event is part of a weeklongonline retreat, from Dec 27-31, 2026. Registration is required. For more details about the retreat, seeNon-Residential Retreat Events
During this five-day online retreat we will explore a relaxed open awareness with an emphasis on exploring qualities of mind, and the attitude towards one’s experience. Such an open awareness practice supports both the formal meditation of sitting and walking, as well as awareness of our normal daily activities.The emphasis for this week will be exploring integrating awareness into our whole day and all activities.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
7:30 am – 9:30 amAwareness and Wisdom Integrated Home Retreat with Andrea Fella
7:30 am – 9:30 am
Awareness and Wisdom Integrated Home Retreat with Andrea Fella
Online Zoom course
Awareness and Wisdom Integrated Home Retreat (Online Zoom format) Taught by Andrea Fella Inspired by the teachings of Sayadaw U Tejaniya. December 27-31,2026 with two online sessions daily 7:30am – 9:30am; (PT) 3:30pm – 4:30pm (PT)
Registration is required:To register fill out thisRegistration Form. For questions, contact Yosh Haggerty: yosh at insightretreatcenter.org.
During this five-day online retreat we will explore a relaxed open awareness with an emphasis on exploring qualities of mind, and the attitude towards one’s experience. The emphasis for this week will be exploring integrating awareness into our whole day and all activities.
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
In-person at IMC
45-minute introduction to IMC and the basic meditation practice taught at IMC.
All are welcome. Registration not needed.
9:30 am – 12:15 pmHalf-day Retreat with Gil Fronsdal
9:30 am – 12:15 pm
Half-day Retreat with Gil Fronsdal
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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)
3:30 pm – 4:30 pmAwareness and Wisdom Integrated Home Retreat with Andrea Fella
3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Awareness and Wisdom Integrated Home Retreat with Andrea Fella
Online Zoom course
This event is part of a weeklongonline retreat, from Dec 27-31, 2026. Registration is required. For more details about the retreat, seeNon-Residential Retreat Events
During this five-day online retreat we will explore a relaxed open awareness with an emphasis on exploring qualities of mind, and the attitude towards one’s experience. Such an open awareness practice supports both the formal meditation of sitting and walking, as well as awareness of our normal daily activities.The emphasis for this week will be exploring integrating awareness into our whole day and all activities.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday December 3131
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
7:30 am – 9:30 amAwareness and Wisdom Integrated Home Retreat with Andrea Fella
7:30 am – 9:30 am
Awareness and Wisdom Integrated Home Retreat with Andrea Fella
Online Zoom course
Awareness and Wisdom Integrated Home Retreat (Online Zoom format) Taught by Andrea Fella Inspired by the teachings of Sayadaw U Tejaniya. December 27-31,2026 with two online sessions daily 7:30am – 9:30am; (PT) 3:30pm – 4:30pm (PT)
Registration is required:To register fill out thisRegistration Form. For questions, contact Yosh Haggerty: yosh at insightretreatcenter.org.
During this five-day online retreat we will explore a relaxed open awareness with an emphasis on exploring qualities of mind, and the attitude towards one’s experience. The emphasis for this week will be exploring integrating awareness into our whole day and all activities.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
3:30 pm – 4:30 pmAwareness and Wisdom Integrated Home Retreat with Andrea Fella
3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Awareness and Wisdom Integrated Home Retreat with Andrea Fella
Online Zoom course
This event is part of a weeklongonline retreat, from Dec 27-31, 2026. Registration is required. For more details about the retreat, seeNon-Residential Retreat Events
During this five-day online retreat we will explore a relaxed open awareness with an emphasis on exploring qualities of mind, and the attitude towards one’s experience. Such an open awareness practice supports both the formal meditation of sitting and walking, as well as awareness of our normal daily activities.The emphasis for this week will be exploring integrating awareness into our whole day and all activities.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
11:30 am – 12:30 pmDharma Sprouts Program with Hilary Borison and Carla Rayacich
11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Dharma Sprouts Program with Hilary Borison and Carla Rayacich
(for K through 2nd Graders and their parents)
First Sunday of the month, 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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmBIPOC Sitting Group with Lily Huang
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
BIPOC Sitting Group with Lily Huang
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
First Sunday of the month In-person at IMC Facilitated by: Lily Huang Open to those who identify as Black, Indigenous, or Person of Color. Includes a guided meditation, a brief Dharma talk, community check-ins, and group discussion. This monthly group is a supportive and nourishing environment for BIPOC folks to practice and grow on the path together.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday January 55
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Janel Crooks
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Janel Crooks
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday January 77
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pmZoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Zoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atimcsg22@gmail.comfor more info and for Zoom link
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
9:45 am – 4:00 pmBerkeley Daylong: Joy, Tranquility and Peace on the Buddhist Path with Matthew Brensilver
9:45 am – 4:00 pm
Berkeley Daylong: Joy, Tranquility and Peace on the Buddhist Path with Matthew Brensilver
1924 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA 94709, USA
Location: Fellowship Hall: Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, 1924 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA
Offered by:Matthew Brensilver Registration required: For registration and accessibility information see the Insight Retreat Center’sOffsite Retreat page
During this daylong retreat — although it will be difficult for him — Matthew is actually going to stop talking about suffering. Instead, we’ll explore the ways in which joy and peace are both the path and the fruit of Buddhist practice. During our time in silence and reflection, we’ll emphasize the cultivation of light-hearted playfulness and the joy left in the wake of laying down our burdens.
The day will include guided and silent sitting meditation, walking meditation, a dharma talk, and an opportunity to ask questions of the teacher. All are welcome.
Sunday January 1010
8:30 am – 9:10 amSilent Sitting
8:30 am – 9:10 am
Silent Sitting
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atIMC’s donation page
9:25 am – 10:45 amSitting and Talk With Gil Fronsdal
9:25 am – 10:45 am
Sitting and Talk With Gil Fronsdal
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amTea Following Regular Sunday Program
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Tea Following Regular Sunday Program
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Join us for an informal tea with light refreshments on the Second Sunday of each month, following the regular Sunday morning program. Everyone is welcome to this opportunity to meet new friends and connect with old friends.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
This dharma circle includes sitting meditation, a short dharma talk, discussion and community activities. We intend to provide a safe, friendly, and nourishing environment. Open to all self-identified people of Asian or South Asian, Southeast Asian, East Asian and Pacific Islander background. No registration required. For more information contactasianimc2020@gmail.com.
1:00 pm – 3:30 pmZoom and In-person: Eightfold Path Program
1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Zoom and In-person: Eightfold Path Program
Registration requiredthe registration and Mentor application form will appear the Special and Yearlong Programs page on the IMC websiteby July 1, 2026
The Buddha’s most explicit path of practice is the Eightfold Path— 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.
Pre-requisite: completion of IMC’s Introduction to Meditation course or the equivalent.
The in-person and online versions of the program will occur parallel at the same time. Participants can attend either version throughout the program. After registering, you will receive Zoom links and course materials by email. A longerapplication is required to be assigned a mentorin addition to the group meetings. Mentoring slots may fill early.
Monthly 2-1/2 hour meetings that include teachings, meditation, and discussions.
Monthly 1-hour optional drop-in mentor sessions for practice discussions.
Readings, reflections, and practices for each month.
Monthly 1-hour individul or group meeting with a mentor to discuss one’s practice and reflections on the Eightfold Path factors. Mentoring slots may fill up.
5:00 pm – 6:00 pmZoom: Mindful Teens — Dharma Bodhis Meeting with Hilary Borison and Conrad Sherby
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Zoom: Mindful Teens — Dharma Bodhis Meeting with Hilary Borison and Conrad Sherby
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Second Sunday of the Month, 5:30 – 7:00 pm on Zoom
Please contact Hilary atimc.familyprogram@gmail.comfor the Zoom link. You can find more information on the Mindful Teens and Dharma Bodhis programs on the IMC website.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday January 1212
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday January 1414
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
8:00 am – 12:00 pmBusy
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
11:30 am – 1:00 pmMindful Parents with Lauren Silver and Melody Baumgartner
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Mindful Parents with Lauren Silver and Melody Baumgartner
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Third Sunday of the month September 2026 – June, 2027: 11:30am – 1:00pm In-person at IMC
THEME: This year, we’ll be working with the book, Taking Our Places — The Buddhist Path to Truly Growing Up, by Norman Fischer, exploring a different chapter each month. NOTE: You do not need the book to attend! THIS MONTH’S CHAPTER: Persistence
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 atmelodybaumgartner@gmail.comfor more information.
4:30 pm – 6:00 pmDharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Dharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atIMC.We ask participants to sign upat least two days before the event.For more information, please contact Lily atimc.familyprogram@gmail.com
IMC, 108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA, United States
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.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday January 1919
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Anne Voight
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Anne Voight
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday January 2121
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 1:00 pmVia Zoom: IMC Senior Sangha Group: Enjoying Our Aging with David Cohn & Ross Bauer
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Via Zoom: IMC Senior Sangha Group: Enjoying Our Aging with David Cohn & Ross Bauer
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Please fill out this short form to be added to the email list for class materials and announcements andclass 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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pmZoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Zoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atimcsg22@gmail.comfor more info and for Zoom link
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
This dharma circle includes sitting meditation, a short dharma talk, discussion and community activities. We intend to provide a safe, friendly, and nourishing environment. Open to all self-identified people of Asian or South Asian, Southeast Asian, East Asian and Pacific Islander background. No registration required. For more information contactasianimc2020@gmail.com.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday January 2626
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Marjolein Janssen
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Marjolein Janssen
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
8:15 am – 9:00 amBasic Meditation Instruction
8:15 am – 9:00 am
Basic Meditation Instruction
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
In-person at IMC
45-minute introduction to IMC and the basic meditation practice taught at IMC.
All are welcome. Registration not needed.
9:30 am – 12:15 pmHalf-day Retreat with Bruni dáVila
9:30 am – 12:15 pm
Half-day Retreat with Bruni dáVila
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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)
6:00 pm – 7:30 pmIntroduction to Mindfulness Meditation with Tanya Wiser
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation with Tanya Wiser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Five Wednesdays: January 27 – February 24, 2027: 6:30 – 8:00 pm In-person at IMC Offered by:Tanya Wiser 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, please visit IMC’s donation page.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday January 2828
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Earth Care meetings focus on a set of diverse topics relating to the right actions we can take to mitigate climate change. Meetings will usually have a speaker who will be educating and contributing to topics on climate change and meaningful actions we can take. Sessions include a brief meditation, a presentation and group discussion.
As parents, we may feel overwhelmed by the demands of caring for children and families, unable to find time or energy for practice. But when we cultivate a mindful, caring presence, we discover that freedom and happiness can be found even in the midst of our busy family lives. Join us for a silent half-day of mindfulness in community with other parents. Includes sitting and walking meditation and a Dharma talk. Practice discussions will be offered. Bring lunch for an optional gathering at the end of the morning.
The program is offered freely. If you would like to donate to the teacher or the center, please visit IMC’s donation page.
Sunday January 3131
8:30 am – 9:10 amSilent Sitting
8:30 am – 9:10 am
Silent Sitting
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atIMC’s donation page
9:25 am – 10:45 amSitting and Talk With Ines Freedman
9:25 am – 10:45 am
Sitting and Talk With Ines Freedman
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
The last Sunday of each month, our community comes together immediately following the Sunday Dharma Talk for a potluck meal. All are welcome. Please bring a vegetarian dish to share. If you are not able to bring food, you are still welcome to stay and have some food. Please direct questions to: imc.volunteerdirector@gmail.com and Jill will happily respond for the PotLuck Group.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday February 22
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
8:15 am – 9:00 amBasic Meditation Instruction
8:15 am – 9:00 am
Basic Meditation Instruction
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
In-person at IMC
45-minute introduction to IMC and the basic meditation practice taught at IMC.
All are welcome. Registration not needed.
9:30 am – 12:15 pmHalf-day Retreat with Gil Fronsdal
9:30 am – 12:15 pm
Half-day Retreat with Gil Fronsdal
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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)
6:00 pm – 7:30 pmIntroduction to Mindfulness Meditation with Tanya Wiser
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation with Tanya Wiser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Five Wednesdays: January 27 – February 24, 2027: 6:30 – 8:00 pm In-person at IMC Offered by:Tanya Wiser 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, please visit IMC’s donation page.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday February 44
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pmZoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Zoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atimcsg22@gmail.comfor more info and for Zoom link
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
11:30 am – 12:30 pmDharma Sprouts Program with Hilary Borison and Carla Rayacich
11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Dharma Sprouts Program with Hilary Borison and Carla Rayacich
(for K through 2nd Graders and their parents)
First Sunday of the month, 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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmBIPOC Sitting Group with Lily Huang
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
BIPOC Sitting Group with Lily Huang
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
First Sunday of the month In-person at IMC Facilitated by: Lily Huang Open to those who identify as Black, Indigenous, or Person of Color. Includes a guided meditation, a brief Dharma talk, community check-ins, and group discussion. This monthly group is a supportive and nourishing environment for BIPOC folks to practice and grow on the path together.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday February 99
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Lauren Silver
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Lauren Silver
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
8:15 am – 9:00 amBasic Meditation Instruction
8:15 am – 9:00 am
Basic Meditation Instruction
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
In-person at IMC
45-minute introduction to IMC and the basic meditation practice taught at IMC.
All are welcome. Registration not needed.
9:30 am – 12:15 pmHalf-day Retreat with Gil Fronsdal
9:30 am – 12:15 pm
Half-day Retreat with Gil Fronsdal
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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)
6:00 pm – 7:30 pmIntroduction to Mindfulness Meditation with Tanya Wiser
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation with Tanya Wiser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Five Wednesdays: January 27 – February 24, 2027: 6:30 – 8:00 pm In-person at IMC Offered by:Tanya Wiser 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, please visit IMC’s donation page.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday February 1111
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amTea Following Regular Sunday Program
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Tea Following Regular Sunday Program
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Join us for an informal tea with light refreshments on the Second Sunday of each month, following the regular Sunday morning program. Everyone is welcome to this opportunity to meet new friends and connect with old friends.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
This dharma circle includes sitting meditation, a short dharma talk, discussion and community activities. We intend to provide a safe, friendly, and nourishing environment. Open to all self-identified people of Asian or South Asian, Southeast Asian, East Asian and Pacific Islander background. No registration required. For more information contactasianimc2020@gmail.com.
1:00 pm – 3:30 pmZoom and In-person: Eightfold Path Program
1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Zoom and In-person: Eightfold Path Program
Registration requiredthe registration and Mentor application form will appear the Special and Yearlong Programs page on the IMC websiteby July 1, 2026
The Buddha’s most explicit path of practice is the Eightfold Path— 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.
Pre-requisite: completion of IMC’s Introduction to Meditation course or the equivalent.
The in-person and online versions of the program will occur parallel at the same time. Participants can attend either version throughout the program. After registering, you will receive Zoom links and course materials by email. A longerapplication is required to be assigned a mentorin addition to the group meetings. Mentoring slots may fill early.
Monthly 2-1/2 hour meetings that include teachings, meditation, and discussions.
Monthly 1-hour optional drop-in mentor sessions for practice discussions.
Readings, reflections, and practices for each month.
Monthly 1-hour individul or group meeting with a mentor to discuss one’s practice and reflections on the Eightfold Path factors. Mentoring slots may fill up.
5:00 pm – 6:00 pmZoom: Mindful Teens — Dharma Bodhis Meeting with Hilary Borison and Conrad Sherby
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Zoom: Mindful Teens — Dharma Bodhis Meeting with Hilary Borison and Conrad Sherby
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Second Sunday of the Month, 5:30 – 7:00 pm on Zoom
Please contact Hilary atimc.familyprogram@gmail.comfor the Zoom link. You can find more information on the Mindful Teens and Dharma Bodhis programs on the IMC website.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday February 1616
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Marjolein Janssen
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Marjolein Janssen
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
8:15 am – 9:00 amBasic Meditation Instruction
8:15 am – 9:00 am
Basic Meditation Instruction
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
In-person at IMC
45-minute introduction to IMC and the basic meditation practice taught at IMC.
All are welcome. Registration not needed.
9:30 am – 12:15 pmHalf-day Retreat with Gil Fronsdal
9:30 am – 12:15 pm
Half-day Retreat with Gil Fronsdal
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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)
6:00 pm – 7:30 pmIntroduction to Mindfulness Meditation with Tanya Wiser
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation with Tanya Wiser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Five Wednesdays: January 27 – February 24, 2027: 6:30 – 8:00 pm In-person at IMC Offered by:Tanya Wiser 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, please visit IMC’s donation page.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday February 1818
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 1:00 pmVia Zoom: IMC Senior Sangha Group: Enjoying Our Aging with David Cohn & Ross Bauer
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Via Zoom: IMC Senior Sangha Group: Enjoying Our Aging with David Cohn & Ross Bauer
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Please fill out this short form to be added to the email list for class materials and announcements andclass 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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pmZoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Zoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atimcsg22@gmail.comfor more info and for Zoom link
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
11:30 am – 1:00 pmMindful Parents with Lauren Silver and Melody Baumgartner
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Mindful Parents with Lauren Silver and Melody Baumgartner
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Third Sunday of the month September 2026 – June, 2027: 11:30am – 1:00pm In-person at IMC
THEME: This year, we’ll be working with the book, Taking Our Places — The Buddhist Path to Truly Growing Up, by Norman Fischer, exploring a different chapter each month. NOTE: You do not need the book to attend! THIS MONTH’S CHAPTER: Connection
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 atmelodybaumgartner@gmail.comfor more information.
4:30 pm – 6:00 pmDharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Dharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atIMC.We ask participants to sign upat least two days before the event.For more information, please contact Lily atimc.familyprogram@gmail.com
IMC, 108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA, United States
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.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday February 2323
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Marjolein Janssen
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Marjolein Janssen
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
8:15 am – 9:00 amBasic Meditation Instruction
8:15 am – 9:00 am
Basic Meditation Instruction
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
In-person at IMC
45-minute introduction to IMC and the basic meditation practice taught at IMC.
All are welcome. Registration not needed.
9:30 am – 12:15 pmHalf-day Retreat with Gil Fronsdal
9:30 am – 12:15 pm
Half-day Retreat with Gil Fronsdal
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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)
6:00 pm – 7:30 pmIntroduction to Mindfulness Meditation with Tanya Wiser
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation with Tanya Wiser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Five Wednesdays: January 27 – February 24, 2027: 6:30 – 8:00 pm In-person at IMC Offered by:Tanya Wiser 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, please visit IMC’s donation page.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday February 2525
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Earth Care meetings focus on a set of diverse topics relating to the right actions we can take to mitigate climate change. Meetings will usually have a speaker who will be educating and contributing to topics on climate change and meaningful actions we can take. Sessions include a brief meditation, a presentation and group discussion.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
The last Sunday of each month, our community comes together immediately following the Sunday Dharma Talk for a potluck meal. All are welcome. Please bring a vegetarian dish to share. If you are not able to bring food, you are still welcome to stay and have some food. Please direct questions to: imc.volunteerdirector@gmail.com and Jill will happily respond for the PotLuck Group.
1:00 pm – 2:30 pmOnline via Zoom: Asian Dharma Circle with Ying Chen
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Online via Zoom: Asian Dharma Circle with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
This dharma circle includes sitting meditation, a short dharma talk, discussion and community activities. We intend to provide a safe, friendly, and nourishing environment. Open to all self-identified people of Asian or South Asian, Southeast Asian, East Asian and Pacific Islander background. No registration required. For more information contactasianimc2020@gmail.com.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday March 22
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday March 44
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pmZoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Zoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atimcsg22@gmail.comfor more info and for Zoom link
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 5:00 pmBusy
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
11:30 am – 12:30 pmDharma Sprouts Program with Hilary Borison and Carla Rayacich
11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Dharma Sprouts Program with Hilary Borison and Carla Rayacich
(for K through 2nd Graders and their parents)
First Sunday of the month, 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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmBIPOC Sitting Group with Lily Huang
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
BIPOC Sitting Group with Lily Huang
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
First Sunday of the month In-person at IMC Facilitated by: Lily Huang Open to those who identify as Black, Indigenous, or Person of Color. Includes a guided meditation, a brief Dharma talk, community check-ins, and group discussion. This monthly group is a supportive and nourishing environment for BIPOC folks to practice and grow on the path together.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday March 99
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Marjolein Janssen
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Marjolein Janssen
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday March 1111
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amTea Following Regular Sunday Program
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Tea Following Regular Sunday Program
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Join us for an informal tea with light refreshments on the Second Sunday of each month, following the regular Sunday morning program. Everyone is welcome to this opportunity to meet new friends and connect with old friends.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
This dharma circle includes sitting meditation, a short dharma talk, discussion and community activities. We intend to provide a safe, friendly, and nourishing environment. Open to all self-identified people of Asian or South Asian, Southeast Asian, East Asian and Pacific Islander background. No registration required. For more information contactasianimc2020@gmail.com.
1:00 pm – 3:30 pmZoom and In-person: Eightfold Path Program
1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Zoom and In-person: Eightfold Path Program
Registration requiredthe registration and Mentor application form will appear the Special and Yearlong Programs page on the IMC websiteby July 1, 2026
The Buddha’s most explicit path of practice is the Eightfold Path— 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.
Pre-requisite: completion of IMC’s Introduction to Meditation course or the equivalent.
The in-person and online versions of the program will occur parallel at the same time. Participants can attend either version throughout the program. After registering, you will receive Zoom links and course materials by email. A longerapplication is required to be assigned a mentorin addition to the group meetings. Mentoring slots may fill early.
Monthly 2-1/2 hour meetings that include teachings, meditation, and discussions.
Monthly 1-hour optional drop-in mentor sessions for practice discussions.
Readings, reflections, and practices for each month.
Monthly 1-hour individul or group meeting with a mentor to discuss one’s practice and reflections on the Eightfold Path factors. Mentoring slots may fill up.
5:00 pm – 6:00 pmZoom: Mindful Teens — Dharma Bodhis Meeting with Hilary Borison and Conrad Sherby
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Zoom: Mindful Teens — Dharma Bodhis Meeting with Hilary Borison and Conrad Sherby
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Second Sunday of the Month, 5:30 – 7:00 pm on Zoom
Please contact Hilary atimc.familyprogram@gmail.comfor the Zoom link. You can find more information on the Mindful Teens and Dharma Bodhis programs on the IMC website.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday March 1616
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Marjolein Janssen
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Marjolein Janssen
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday March 1818
7:00 am – 7:45 amYouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
7:00 am – 7:45 am
YouTube: Sitting and Dharmette with Gil Fronsdal 7:00am-7:45am
Every weekday morning: 7:00-7:30: lightly-guided 30-minute meditation 7:30-7:45: brief discussion of the dharma topic
A different topic will be offered each week and will be explored as the week unfolds.
This offering is broadcast live (and recorded) on YouTube. See IMC’s website here. Or access it directly on YouTube.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, please visitIMC’s donation page.
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 1:00 pmVia Zoom: IMC Senior Sangha Group: Enjoying Our Aging with David Cohn & Ross Bauer
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Via Zoom: IMC Senior Sangha Group: Enjoying Our Aging with David Cohn & Ross Bauer
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Please fill out this short form to be added to the email list for class materials and announcements andclass 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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pmZoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Zoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atimcsg22@gmail.comfor more info and for Zoom link
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
11:30 am – 1:00 pmMindful Parents with Lauren Silver and Melody Baumgartner
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Mindful Parents with Lauren Silver and Melody Baumgartner
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Third Sunday of the month September 2026 – June, 2027: 11:30am – 1:00pm In-person at IMC
THEME: This year, we’ll be working with the book, Taking Our Places — The Buddhist Path to Truly Growing Up, by Norman Fischer, exploring a different chapter each month. NOTE: You do not need the book to attend! THIS MONTH’S CHAPTER: Meditation
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 atmelodybaumgartner@gmail.comfor more information.
4:30 pm – 6:00 pmDharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Dharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atIMC.We ask participants to sign upat least two days before the event.For more information, please contact Lily atimc.familyprogram@gmail.com
IMC, 108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA, United States
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.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday March 2323
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Lienchi Tran
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Lienchi Tran
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday March 2525
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Earth Care meetings focus on a set of diverse topics relating to the right actions we can take to mitigate climate change. Meetings will usually have a speaker who will be educating and contributing to topics on climate change and meaningful actions we can take. Sessions include a brief meditation, a presentation and group discussion.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
The last Sunday of each month, our community comes together immediately following the Sunday Dharma Talk for a potluck meal. All are welcome. Please bring a vegetarian dish to share. If you are not able to bring food, you are still welcome to stay and have some food. Please direct questions to: imc.volunteerdirector@gmail.com and Jill will happily respond for the PotLuck Group.
1:00 pm – 2:30 pmOnline via Zoom: Asian Dharma Circle with Ying Chen
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Online via Zoom: Asian Dharma Circle with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
This dharma circle includes sitting meditation, a short dharma talk, discussion and community activities. We intend to provide a safe, friendly, and nourishing environment. Open to all self-identified people of Asian or South Asian, Southeast Asian, East Asian and Pacific Islander background. No registration required. For more information contactasianimc2020@gmail.com.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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Meeting ID: 871 9022 3659 Passcode: 926810
7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday March 3030
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Lienchi Tran
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Lienchi Tran
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
April 2027
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Thursday April 11
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pmZoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Zoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atimcsg22@gmail.comfor more info and for Zoom link
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
11:30 am – 12:30 pmDharma Sprouts Program with Hilary Borison and Carla Rayacich
11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Dharma Sprouts Program with Hilary Borison and Carla Rayacich
(for K through 2nd Graders and their parents)
First Sunday of the month, 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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmBIPOC Sitting Group with Lily Huang
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
BIPOC Sitting Group with Lily Huang
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
First Sunday of the month In-person at IMC Facilitated by: Lily Huang Open to those who identify as Black, Indigenous, or Person of Color. Includes a guided meditation, a brief Dharma talk, community check-ins, and group discussion. This monthly group is a supportive and nourishing environment for BIPOC folks to practice and grow on the path together.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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Meeting ID: 871 9022 3659 Passcode: 926810
7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday April 66
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Lauren Silver
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Lauren Silver
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday April 88
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amTea Following Regular Sunday Program
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Tea Following Regular Sunday Program
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Join us for an informal tea with light refreshments on the Second Sunday of each month, following the regular Sunday morning program. Everyone is welcome to this opportunity to meet new friends and connect with old friends.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
This dharma circle includes sitting meditation, a short dharma talk, discussion and community activities. We intend to provide a safe, friendly, and nourishing environment. Open to all self-identified people of Asian or South Asian, Southeast Asian, East Asian and Pacific Islander background. No registration required. For more information contactasianimc2020@gmail.com.
1:00 pm – 3:30 pmZoom and In-person: Eightfold Path Program
1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Zoom and In-person: Eightfold Path Program
Registration requiredthe registration and Mentor application form will appear the Special and Yearlong Programs page on the IMC websiteby July 1, 2026
The Buddha’s most explicit path of practice is the Eightfold Path— 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.
Pre-requisite: completion of IMC’s Introduction to Meditation course or the equivalent.
The in-person and online versions of the program will occur parallel at the same time. Participants can attend either version throughout the program. After registering, you will receive Zoom links and course materials by email. A longerapplication is required to be assigned a mentorin addition to the group meetings. Mentoring slots may fill early.
Monthly 2-1/2 hour meetings that include teachings, meditation, and discussions.
Monthly 1-hour optional drop-in mentor sessions for practice discussions.
Readings, reflections, and practices for each month.
Monthly 1-hour individul or group meeting with a mentor to discuss one’s practice and reflections on the Eightfold Path factors. Mentoring slots may fill up.
5:00 pm – 6:00 pmZoom: Mindful Teens — Dharma Bodhis Meeting with Hilary Borison and Conrad Sherby
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Zoom: Mindful Teens — Dharma Bodhis Meeting with Hilary Borison and Conrad Sherby
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Second Sunday of the Month, 5:30 – 7:00 pm on Zoom
Please contact Hilary atimc.familyprogram@gmail.comfor the Zoom link. You can find more information on the Mindful Teens and Dharma Bodhis programs on the IMC website.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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Dial by your location +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)
Meeting ID: 871 9022 3659 Passcode: 926810
7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday April 1313
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday April 1515
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 1:00 pmVia Zoom: IMC Senior Sangha Group: Enjoying Our Aging with David Cohn & Ross Bauer
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Via Zoom: IMC Senior Sangha Group: Enjoying Our Aging with David Cohn & Ross Bauer
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Please fill out this short form to be added to the email list for class materials and announcements andclass 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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pmZoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Zoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atimcsg22@gmail.comfor more info and for Zoom link
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
11:30 am – 1:00 pmMindful Parents with Lauren Silver and Melody Baumgartner
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Mindful Parents with Lauren Silver and Melody Baumgartner
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Third Sunday of the month September 2026 – June, 2027: 11:30am – 1:00pm In-person at IMC
THEME: This year, we’ll be working with the book, Taking Our Places — The Buddhist Path to Truly Growing Up, by Norman Fischer, exploring a different chapter each month. NOTE: You do not need the book to attend! THIS MONTH’S CHAPTER: Vowing
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 atmelodybaumgartner@gmail.comfor more information.
4:30 pm – 6:00 pmDharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Dharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atIMC.We ask participants to sign upat least two days before the event.For more information, please contact Lily atimc.familyprogram@gmail.com
IMC, 108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA, United States
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.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday April 2020
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Marjolein Janssen
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Marjolein Janssen
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday April 2222
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Earth Care meetings focus on a set of diverse topics relating to the right actions we can take to mitigate climate change. Meetings will usually have a speaker who will be educating and contributing to topics on climate change and meaningful actions we can take. Sessions include a brief meditation, a presentation and group discussion.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
The last Sunday of each month, our community comes together immediately following the Sunday Dharma Talk for a potluck meal. All are welcome. Please bring a vegetarian dish to share. If you are not able to bring food, you are still welcome to stay and have some food. Please direct questions to: imc.volunteerdirector@gmail.com and Jill will happily respond for the PotLuck Group.
1:00 pm – 2:30 pmOnline via Zoom: Asian Dharma Circle with Ying Chen
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Online via Zoom: Asian Dharma Circle with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
This dharma circle includes sitting meditation, a short dharma talk, discussion and community activities. We intend to provide a safe, friendly, and nourishing environment. Open to all self-identified people of Asian or South Asian, Southeast Asian, East Asian and Pacific Islander background. No registration required. For more information contactasianimc2020@gmail.com.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday April 2727
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday April 2929
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
11:30 am – 12:30 pmDharma Sprouts Program with Hilary Borison and Carla Rayacich
11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Dharma Sprouts Program with Hilary Borison and Carla Rayacich
(for K through 2nd Graders and their parents)
First Sunday of the month, 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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmBIPOC Sitting Group with Lily Huang
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
BIPOC Sitting Group with Lily Huang
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
First Sunday of the month In-person at IMC Facilitated by: Lily Huang Open to those who identify as Black, Indigenous, or Person of Color. Includes a guided meditation, a brief Dharma talk, community check-ins, and group discussion. This monthly group is a supportive and nourishing environment for BIPOC folks to practice and grow on the path together.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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Meeting ID: 871 9022 3659 Passcode: 926810
7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday May 44
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday May 66
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pmZoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Zoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atimcsg22@gmail.comfor more info and for Zoom link
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amTea Following Regular Sunday Program
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Tea Following Regular Sunday Program
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Join us for an informal tea with light refreshments on the Second Sunday of each month, following the regular Sunday morning program. Everyone is welcome to this opportunity to meet new friends and connect with old friends.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
This dharma circle includes sitting meditation, a short dharma talk, discussion and community activities. We intend to provide a safe, friendly, and nourishing environment. Open to all self-identified people of Asian or South Asian, Southeast Asian, East Asian and Pacific Islander background. No registration required. For more information contactasianimc2020@gmail.com.
1:00 pm – 3:30 pmZoom and In-person: Eightfold Path Program
1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Zoom and In-person: Eightfold Path Program
Registration requiredthe registration and Mentor application form will appear the Special and Yearlong Programs page on the IMC websiteby July 1, 2026
The Buddha’s most explicit path of practice is the Eightfold Path— 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.
Pre-requisite: completion of IMC’s Introduction to Meditation course or the equivalent.
The in-person and online versions of the program will occur parallel at the same time. Participants can attend either version throughout the program. After registering, you will receive Zoom links and course materials by email. A longerapplication is required to be assigned a mentorin addition to the group meetings. Mentoring slots may fill early.
Monthly 2-1/2 hour meetings that include teachings, meditation, and discussions.
Monthly 1-hour optional drop-in mentor sessions for practice discussions.
Readings, reflections, and practices for each month.
Monthly 1-hour individul or group meeting with a mentor to discuss one’s practice and reflections on the Eightfold Path factors. Mentoring slots may fill up.
5:00 pm – 6:00 pmZoom: Mindful Teens — Dharma Bodhis Meeting with Hilary Borison and Conrad Sherby
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Zoom: Mindful Teens — Dharma Bodhis Meeting with Hilary Borison and Conrad Sherby
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Second Sunday of the Month, 5:30 – 7:00 pm on Zoom
Please contact Hilary atimc.familyprogram@gmail.comfor the Zoom link. You can find more information on the Mindful Teens and Dharma Bodhis programs on the IMC website.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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Meeting ID: 871 9022 3659 Passcode: 926810
7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday May 1111
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday May 1313
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
11:30 am – 1:00 pmMindful Parents with Lauren Silver and Melody Baumgartner
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Mindful Parents with Lauren Silver and Melody Baumgartner
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Third Sunday of the month September 2026 – June, 2027: 11:30am – 1:00pm In-person at IMC
THEME: This year, we’ll be working with the book, Taking Our Places — The Buddhist Path to Truly Growing Up, by Norman Fischer, exploring a different chapter each month. NOTE: You do not need the book to attend! THIS MONTH: Special Guest Speaker
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 atmelodybaumgartner@gmail.comfor more information.
4:30 pm – 6:00 pmDharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Dharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atIMC.We ask participants to sign upat least two days before the event.For more information, please contact Lily atimc.familyprogram@gmail.com
IMC, 108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA, United States
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.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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Meeting ID: 871 9022 3659 Passcode: 926810
7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday May 1818
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday May 2020
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 1:00 pmVia Zoom: IMC Senior Sangha Group: Enjoying Our Aging with David Cohn & Ross Bauer
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Via Zoom: IMC Senior Sangha Group: Enjoying Our Aging with David Cohn & Ross Bauer
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Please fill out this short form to be added to the email list for class materials and announcements andclass 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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pmZoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Zoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atimcsg22@gmail.comfor more info and for Zoom link
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
This dharma circle includes sitting meditation, a short dharma talk, discussion and community activities. We intend to provide a safe, friendly, and nourishing environment. Open to all self-identified people of Asian or South Asian, Southeast Asian, East Asian and Pacific Islander background. No registration required. For more information contactasianimc2020@gmail.com.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday May 2525
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday May 2727
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Earth Care meetings focus on a set of diverse topics relating to the right actions we can take to mitigate climate change. Meetings will usually have a speaker who will be educating and contributing to topics on climate change and meaningful actions we can take. Sessions include a brief meditation, a presentation and group discussion.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
The last Sunday of each month, our community comes together immediately following the Sunday Dharma Talk for a potluck meal. All are welcome. Please bring a vegetarian dish to share. If you are not able to bring food, you are still welcome to stay and have some food. Please direct questions to: imc.volunteerdirector@gmail.com and Jill will happily respond for the PotLuck Group.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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Meeting ID: 871 9022 3659 Passcode: 926810
7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
June 2027
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Tuesday June 11
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday June 33
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pmZoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Zoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atimcsg22@gmail.comfor more info and for Zoom link
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
11:30 am – 12:30 pmDharma Sprouts Program with Hilary Borison and Carla Rayacich
11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Dharma Sprouts Program with Hilary Borison and Carla Rayacich
(for K through 2nd Graders and their parents)
First Sunday of the month, 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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmBIPOC Sitting Group with Lily Huang
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
BIPOC Sitting Group with Lily Huang
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
First Sunday of the month In-person at IMC Facilitated by: Lily Huang Open to those who identify as Black, Indigenous, or Person of Color. Includes a guided meditation, a brief Dharma talk, community check-ins, and group discussion. This monthly group is a supportive and nourishing environment for BIPOC folks to practice and grow on the path together.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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Dial by your location +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)
Meeting ID: 871 9022 3659 Passcode: 926810
7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday June 88
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday June 1010
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amTea Following Regular Sunday Program
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Tea Following Regular Sunday Program
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Join us for an informal tea with light refreshments on the Second Sunday of each month, following the regular Sunday morning program. Everyone is welcome to this opportunity to meet new friends and connect with old friends.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
This dharma circle includes sitting meditation, a short dharma talk, discussion and community activities. We intend to provide a safe, friendly, and nourishing environment. Open to all self-identified people of Asian or South Asian, Southeast Asian, East Asian and Pacific Islander background. No registration required. For more information contactasianimc2020@gmail.com.
1:00 pm – 3:30 pmZoom and In-person: Eightfold Path Program
1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Zoom and In-person: Eightfold Path Program
Registration requiredthe registration and Mentor application form will appear the Special and Yearlong Programs page on the IMC websiteby July 1, 2026
The Buddha’s most explicit path of practice is the Eightfold Path— 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.
Pre-requisite: completion of IMC’s Introduction to Meditation course or the equivalent.
The in-person and online versions of the program will occur parallel at the same time. Participants can attend either version throughout the program. After registering, you will receive Zoom links and course materials by email. A longerapplication is required to be assigned a mentorin addition to the group meetings. Mentoring slots may fill early.
Monthly 2-1/2 hour meetings that include teachings, meditation, and discussions.
Monthly 1-hour optional drop-in mentor sessions for practice discussions.
Readings, reflections, and practices for each month.
Monthly 1-hour individul or group meeting with a mentor to discuss one’s practice and reflections on the Eightfold Path factors. Mentoring slots may fill up.
5:00 pm – 6:00 pmZoom: Mindful Teens — Dharma Bodhis Meeting with Hilary Borison and Conrad Sherby
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Zoom: Mindful Teens — Dharma Bodhis Meeting with Hilary Borison and Conrad Sherby
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Second Sunday of the Month, 5:30 – 7:00 pm on Zoom
Please contact Hilary atimc.familyprogram@gmail.comfor the Zoom link. You can find more information on the Mindful Teens and Dharma Bodhis programs on the IMC website.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday June 1515
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday June 1717
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 1:00 pmVia Zoom: IMC Senior Sangha Group: Enjoying Our Aging with David Cohn & Ross Bauer
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Via Zoom: IMC Senior Sangha Group: Enjoying Our Aging with David Cohn & Ross Bauer
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Please fill out this short form to be added to the email list for class materials and announcements andclass 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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pmZoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Zoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atimcsg22@gmail.comfor more info and for Zoom link
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
11:30 am – 1:00 pmMindful Parents with Lauren Silver and Melody Baumgartner
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Mindful Parents with Lauren Silver and Melody Baumgartner
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Third Sunday of the month September 2026 – June, 2027: 11:30am – 1:00pm In-person at IMC
THEME: This year, we’ll be working with the book, Taking Our Places — The Buddhist Path to Truly Growing Up, by Norman Fischer, exploring a different chapter each month. NOTE: You do not need the book to attend! THIS MONTH’S CHAPTERS: Conduct & Buddha’s Smile
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 atmelodybaumgartner@gmail.comfor more information.
4:30 pm – 6:00 pmDharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Dharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atIMC.We ask participants to sign upat least two days before the event.For more information, please contact Lily atimc.familyprogram@gmail.com
IMC, 108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA, United States
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.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday June 2222
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday June 2424
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Earth Care meetings focus on a set of diverse topics relating to the right actions we can take to mitigate climate change. Meetings will usually have a speaker who will be educating and contributing to topics on climate change and meaningful actions we can take. Sessions include a brief meditation, a presentation and group discussion.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
The last Sunday of each month, our community comes together immediately following the Sunday Dharma Talk for a potluck meal. All are welcome. Please bring a vegetarian dish to share. If you are not able to bring food, you are still welcome to stay and have some food. Please direct questions to: imc.volunteerdirector@gmail.com and Jill will happily respond for the PotLuck Group.
1:00 pm – 2:30 pmOnline via Zoom: Asian Dharma Circle with Ying Chen
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Online via Zoom: Asian Dharma Circle with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
This dharma circle includes sitting meditation, a short dharma talk, discussion and community activities. We intend to provide a safe, friendly, and nourishing environment. Open to all self-identified people of Asian or South Asian, Southeast Asian, East Asian and Pacific Islander background. No registration required. For more information contactasianimc2020@gmail.com.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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Dial by your location +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)
Meeting ID: 871 9022 3659 Passcode: 926810
7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday June 2929
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
July 2027
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Wednesday
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Thursday July 11
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pmZoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Zoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atimcsg22@gmail.comfor more info and for Zoom link
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
11:30 am – 12:30 pmDharma Sprouts Program with Hilary Borison and Carla Rayacich
11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Dharma Sprouts Program with Hilary Borison and Carla Rayacich
(for K through 2nd Graders and their parents)
First Sunday of the month, 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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmBIPOC Sitting Group with Lily Huang
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
BIPOC Sitting Group with Lily Huang
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
First Sunday of the month In-person at IMC Facilitated by: Lily Huang Open to those who identify as Black, Indigenous, or Person of Color. Includes a guided meditation, a brief Dharma talk, community check-ins, and group discussion. This monthly group is a supportive and nourishing environment for BIPOC folks to practice and grow on the path together.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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Dial by your location +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)
Meeting ID: 871 9022 3659 Passcode: 926810
7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday July 66
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday July 88
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amTea Following Regular Sunday Program
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Tea Following Regular Sunday Program
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Join us for an informal tea with light refreshments on the Second Sunday of each month, following the regular Sunday morning program. Everyone is welcome to this opportunity to meet new friends and connect with old friends.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
This dharma circle includes sitting meditation, a short dharma talk, discussion and community activities. We intend to provide a safe, friendly, and nourishing environment. Open to all self-identified people of Asian or South Asian, Southeast Asian, East Asian and Pacific Islander background. No registration required. For more information contactasianimc2020@gmail.com.
5:00 pm – 6:00 pmZoom: Mindful Teens — Dharma Bodhis Meeting with Hilary Borison and Conrad Sherby
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Zoom: Mindful Teens — Dharma Bodhis Meeting with Hilary Borison and Conrad Sherby
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Second Sunday of the Month, 5:30 – 7:00 pm on Zoom
Please contact Hilary atimc.familyprogram@gmail.comfor the Zoom link. You can find more information on the Mindful Teens and Dharma Bodhis programs on the IMC website.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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Dial by your location +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)
Meeting ID: 871 9022 3659 Passcode: 926810
7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday July 1313
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday July 1515
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 1:00 pmVia Zoom: IMC Senior Sangha Group: Enjoying Our Aging with David Cohn & Ross Bauer
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Via Zoom: IMC Senior Sangha Group: Enjoying Our Aging with David Cohn & Ross Bauer
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Please fill out this short form to be added to the email list for class materials and announcements andclass 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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pmZoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Zoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atimcsg22@gmail.comfor more info and for Zoom link
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
4:30 pm – 6:00 pmDharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Dharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atIMC.We ask participants to sign upat least two days before the event.For more information, please contact Lily atimc.familyprogram@gmail.com
IMC, 108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA, United States
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.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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Dial by your location +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)
Meeting ID: 871 9022 3659 Passcode: 926810
7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday July 2020
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday July 2222
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
The last Sunday of each month, our community comes together immediately following the Sunday Dharma Talk for a potluck meal. All are welcome. Please bring a vegetarian dish to share. If you are not able to bring food, you are still welcome to stay and have some food. Please direct questions to: imc.volunteerdirector@gmail.com and Jill will happily respond for the PotLuck Group.
1:00 pm – 2:30 pmOnline via Zoom: Asian Dharma Circle with Ying Chen
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Online via Zoom: Asian Dharma Circle with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
This dharma circle includes sitting meditation, a short dharma talk, discussion and community activities. We intend to provide a safe, friendly, and nourishing environment. Open to all self-identified people of Asian or South Asian, Southeast Asian, East Asian and Pacific Islander background. No registration required. For more information contactasianimc2020@gmail.com.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday July 2727
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday July 2929
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Earth Care meetings focus on a set of diverse topics relating to the right actions we can take to mitigate climate change. Meetings will usually have a speaker who will be educating and contributing to topics on climate change and meaningful actions we can take. Sessions include a brief meditation, a presentation and group discussion.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
11:30 am – 12:30 pmDharma Sprouts Program with Hilary Borison and Carla Rayacich
11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Dharma Sprouts Program with Hilary Borison and Carla Rayacich
(for K through 2nd Graders and their parents)
First Sunday of the month, 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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmBIPOC Sitting Group with Lily Huang
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
BIPOC Sitting Group with Lily Huang
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
First Sunday of the month In-person at IMC Facilitated by: Lily Huang Open to those who identify as Black, Indigenous, or Person of Color. Includes a guided meditation, a brief Dharma talk, community check-ins, and group discussion. This monthly group is a supportive and nourishing environment for BIPOC folks to practice and grow on the path together.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday August 33
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday August 55
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pmZoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Zoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atimcsg22@gmail.comfor more info and for Zoom link
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amTea Following Regular Sunday Program
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Tea Following Regular Sunday Program
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Join us for an informal tea with light refreshments on the Second Sunday of each month, following the regular Sunday morning program. Everyone is welcome to this opportunity to meet new friends and connect with old friends.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
This dharma circle includes sitting meditation, a short dharma talk, discussion and community activities. We intend to provide a safe, friendly, and nourishing environment. Open to all self-identified people of Asian or South Asian, Southeast Asian, East Asian and Pacific Islander background. No registration required. For more information contactasianimc2020@gmail.com.
5:00 pm – 6:00 pmZoom: Mindful Teens — Dharma Bodhis Meeting with Hilary Borison and Conrad Sherby
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Zoom: Mindful Teens — Dharma Bodhis Meeting with Hilary Borison and Conrad Sherby
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Second Sunday of the Month, 5:30 – 7:00 pm on Zoom
Please contact Hilary atimc.familyprogram@gmail.comfor the Zoom link. You can find more information on the Mindful Teens and Dharma Bodhis programs on the IMC website.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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Dial by your location +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)
Meeting ID: 871 9022 3659 Passcode: 926810
7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday August 1010
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday August 1212
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
4:30 pm – 6:00 pmDharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Dharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atIMC.We ask participants to sign upat least two days before the event.For more information, please contact Lily atimc.familyprogram@gmail.com
IMC, 108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA, United States
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.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday August 1717
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday August 1919
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 1:00 pmVia Zoom: IMC Senior Sangha Group: Enjoying Our Aging with David Cohn & Ross Bauer
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Via Zoom: IMC Senior Sangha Group: Enjoying Our Aging with David Cohn & Ross Bauer
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Please fill out this short form to be added to the email list for class materials and announcements andclass 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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pmZoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Zoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atimcsg22@gmail.comfor more info and for Zoom link
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
This dharma circle includes sitting meditation, a short dharma talk, discussion and community activities. We intend to provide a safe, friendly, and nourishing environment. Open to all self-identified people of Asian or South Asian, Southeast Asian, East Asian and Pacific Islander background. No registration required. For more information contactasianimc2020@gmail.com.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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Meeting ID: 871 9022 3659 Passcode: 926810
7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday August 2424
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday August 2626
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Earth Care meetings focus on a set of diverse topics relating to the right actions we can take to mitigate climate change. Meetings will usually have a speaker who will be educating and contributing to topics on climate change and meaningful actions we can take. Sessions include a brief meditation, a presentation and group discussion.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
The last Sunday of each month, our community comes together immediately following the Sunday Dharma Talk for a potluck meal. All are welcome. Please bring a vegetarian dish to share. If you are not able to bring food, you are still welcome to stay and have some food. Please direct questions to: imc.volunteerdirector@gmail.com and Jill will happily respond for the PotLuck Group.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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Dial by your location +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)
Meeting ID: 871 9022 3659 Passcode: 926810
7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday August 3131
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday September 22
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pmZoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Zoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atimcsg22@gmail.comfor more info and for Zoom link
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
5:30 pm – 8:00 pm3-day Retreat at IMC with Tanya Wiser and Diana Clark
5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
3-day Retreat at IMC with Tanya Wiser and Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Three-day Non-residential Retreat at IMC
Friday, Sept 3 to Sunday Sept 5, 2027 In-person at IMC Offered by Tanya Wiserand Diana Clark Registration required.Link forthcoming. Schedule:
Friday, Sep 3 5:30pm – 8:00pm
Saturday, Sep 4 8:30am – 8:00pm
Sunday,Sep 5 8:30am – 4:00pm—We will join in the regular Sunday morning program.
Details forthcoming.
The retreat will include guided meditation instructions, silent sitting and walking periods, dharma talks, and small group practice discussions with the teachers. The retreat is suitable for new and experienced practitioners.
The program is offered freely. If you would like to support the teachers or the center, please visit IMC’s donation page.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
8:30 am – 8:00 pm3-day Retreat at IMC with Tanya Wiser and Diana Clark
8:30 am – 8:00 pm
3-day Retreat at IMC with Tanya Wiser and Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Three-day Non-residential Retreat at IMC
Friday, Sept 3 to Sunday Sept 5, 2027 In-person at IMC Offered byTanya WiserandDiana Clark Registration required.Link forthcoming. Schedule:
Friday, Sep 3 5:30pm – 8:00pm
Saturday, Sep 4 8:30am – 8:00pm
Sunday,Sep 5 8:30am – 4:00pm—We will join in the regular Sunday morning program.
Details forthcoming.
The retreat will include guided meditation instructions, silent sitting and walking periods, dharma talks, and small group practice discussions with the teachers. The retreat is suitable for new and experienced practitioners.
The program is offered freely. If you would like to support the teachers or the center, please visitIMC’s donation page.
Sunday September 55
8:30 am – 4:00 pm3-day Retreat at IMC with Tanya Wiser and Diana Clark
8:30 am – 4:00 pm
3-day Retreat at IMC with Tanya Wiser and Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Sunday,Sep 5 8:30am – 4:00pm—We will join in the regular Sunday morning program.
Details forthcoming.
The retreat will include guided meditation instructions, silent sitting and walking periods, dharma talks, and small group practice discussions with the teachers. The retreat is suitable for new and experienced practitioners.
The program is offered freely. If you would like to support the teachers or the center, please visitIMC’s donation page.
8:30 am – 9:10 amSilent Sitting
8:30 am – 9:10 am
Silent Sitting
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atIMC’s donation page
9:25 am – 10:45 amSitting and Talk With Tanya Wiser
9:25 am – 10:45 am
Sitting and Talk With Tanya Wiser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
11:30 am – 12:30 pmDharma Sprouts Program with Hilary Borison and Carla Rayacich
11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Dharma Sprouts Program with Hilary Borison and Carla Rayacich
(for K through 2nd Graders and their parents)
First Sunday of the month, 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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmBIPOC Sitting Group with Lily Huang
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
BIPOC Sitting Group with Lily Huang
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
First Sunday of the month In-person at IMC Facilitated by: Lily Huang Open to those who identify as Black, Indigenous, or Person of Color. Includes a guided meditation, a brief Dharma talk, community check-ins, and group discussion. This monthly group is a supportive and nourishing environment for BIPOC folks to practice and grow on the path together.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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Meeting ID: 871 9022 3659 Passcode: 926810
7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday September 77
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday September 99
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amTea Following Regular Sunday Program
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Tea Following Regular Sunday Program
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Join us for an informal tea with light refreshments on the Second Sunday of each month, following the regular Sunday morning program. Everyone is welcome to this opportunity to meet new friends and connect with old friends.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
This dharma circle includes sitting meditation, a short dharma talk, discussion and community activities. We intend to provide a safe, friendly, and nourishing environment. Open to all self-identified people of Asian or South Asian, Southeast Asian, East Asian and Pacific Islander background. No registration required. For more information contactasianimc2020@gmail.com.
5:00 pm – 6:00 pmZoom: Mindful Teens — Dharma Bodhis Meeting with Hilary Borison and Conrad Sherby
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Zoom: Mindful Teens — Dharma Bodhis Meeting with Hilary Borison and Conrad Sherby
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Second Sunday of the Month, 5:30 – 7:00 pm on Zoom
Please contact Hilary atimc.familyprogram@gmail.comfor the Zoom link. You can find more information on the Mindful Teens and Dharma Bodhis programs on the IMC website.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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Dial by your location +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)
Meeting ID: 871 9022 3659 Passcode: 926810
7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday September 1414
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday September 1616
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 1:00 pmVia Zoom: IMC Senior Sangha Group: Enjoying Our Aging with David Cohn & Ross Bauer
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Via Zoom: IMC Senior Sangha Group: Enjoying Our Aging with David Cohn & Ross Bauer
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Please fill out this short form to be added to the email list for class materials and announcements andclass 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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pmZoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Zoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atimcsg22@gmail.comfor more info and for Zoom link
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
11:30 am – 1:00 pmMindful Parents with Lauren Silver and Melody Baumgartner
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Mindful Parents with Lauren Silver and Melody Baumgartner
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Third Sunday of the month September 2027 – June, 2028: 11:30am – 1:00pm In-person at IMC
This year’s theme is TBA
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 atmelodybaumgartner@gmail.comfor more information.
4:30 pm – 6:00 pmDharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Dharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atIMC.We ask participants to sign upat least two days before the event.For more information, please contact Lily atimc.familyprogram@gmail.com
IMC, 108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA, United States
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.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday September 2121
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday September 2323
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Earth Care meetings focus on a set of diverse topics relating to the right actions we can take to mitigate climate change. Meetings will usually have a speaker who will be educating and contributing to topics on climate change and meaningful actions we can take. Sessions include a brief meditation, a presentation and group discussion.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
The last Sunday of each month, our community comes together immediately following the Sunday Dharma Talk for a potluck meal. All are welcome. Please bring a vegetarian dish to share. If you are not able to bring food, you are still welcome to stay and have some food. Please direct questions to: imc.volunteerdirector@gmail.com and Jill will happily respond for the PotLuck Group.
1:00 pm – 2:30 pmOnline via Zoom: Asian Dharma Circle with Ying Chen
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Online via Zoom: Asian Dharma Circle with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
This dharma circle includes sitting meditation, a short dharma talk, discussion and community activities. We intend to provide a safe, friendly, and nourishing environment. Open to all self-identified people of Asian or South Asian, Southeast Asian, East Asian and Pacific Islander background. No registration required. For more information contactasianimc2020@gmail.com.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday September 2828
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday September 3030
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
11:30 am – 12:30 pmDharma Sprouts Program with Hilary Borison and Carla Rayacich
11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Dharma Sprouts Program with Hilary Borison and Carla Rayacich
(for K through 2nd Graders and their parents)
First Sunday of the month, 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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmBIPOC Sitting Group with Lily Huang
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
BIPOC Sitting Group with Lily Huang
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
First Sunday of the month In-person at IMC Facilitated by: Lily Huang Open to those who identify as Black, Indigenous, or Person of Color. Includes a guided meditation, a brief Dharma talk, community check-ins, and group discussion. This monthly group is a supportive and nourishing environment for BIPOC folks to practice and grow on the path together.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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Dial by your location +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)
Meeting ID: 871 9022 3659 Passcode: 926810
7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday October 55
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday October 77
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pmZoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Zoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atimcsg22@gmail.comfor more info and for Zoom link
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amTea Following Regular Sunday Program
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Tea Following Regular Sunday Program
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Join us for an informal tea with light refreshments on the Second Sunday of each month, following the regular Sunday morning program. Everyone is welcome to this opportunity to meet new friends and connect with old friends.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
This dharma circle includes sitting meditation, a short dharma talk, discussion and community activities. We intend to provide a safe, friendly, and nourishing environment. Open to all self-identified people of Asian or South Asian, Southeast Asian, East Asian and Pacific Islander background. No registration required. For more information contactasianimc2020@gmail.com.
5:00 pm – 6:00 pmZoom: Mindful Teens — Dharma Bodhis Meeting with Hilary Borison and Conrad Sherby
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Zoom: Mindful Teens — Dharma Bodhis Meeting with Hilary Borison and Conrad Sherby
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Second Sunday of the Month, 5:30 – 7:00 pm on Zoom
Please contact Hilary atimc.familyprogram@gmail.comfor the Zoom link. You can find more information on the Mindful Teens and Dharma Bodhis programs on the IMC website.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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Meeting ID: 871 9022 3659 Passcode: 926810
7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday October 1212
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday October 1414
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
11:30 am – 1:00 pmMindful Parents with Lauren Silver and Melody Baumgartner
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Mindful Parents with Lauren Silver and Melody Baumgartner
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Third Sunday of the month September 2027 – June, 2028: 11:30am – 1:00pm In-person at IMC
This year’s theme is TBA
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 atmelodybaumgartner@gmail.comfor more information.
4:30 pm – 6:00 pmDharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Dharma Rocks Program with Lily Pan and Hilary Borison
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atIMC.We ask participants to sign upat least two days before the event.For more information, please contact Lily atimc.familyprogram@gmail.com
IMC, 108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA, United States
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.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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Meeting ID: 871 9022 3659 Passcode: 926810
7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday October 1919
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday October 2121
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 1:00 pmVia Zoom: IMC Senior Sangha Group: Enjoying Our Aging with David Cohn & Ross Bauer
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Via Zoom: IMC Senior Sangha Group: Enjoying Our Aging with David Cohn & Ross Bauer
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Please fill out this short form to be added to the email list for class materials and announcements andclass 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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
12:30 pm – 2:00 pmZoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Zoom: IMC Support Group for persons with Life Threatening Illnesses and Chronic Health Challenges with Ying Chen
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 atimcsg22@gmail.comfor more info and for Zoom link
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
This dharma circle includes sitting meditation, a short dharma talk, discussion and community activities. We intend to provide a safe, friendly, and nourishing environment. Open to all self-identified people of Asian or South Asian, Southeast Asian, East Asian and Pacific Islander background. No registration required. For more information contactasianimc2020@gmail.com.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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Dial by your location +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)
Meeting ID: 871 9022 3659 Passcode: 926810
7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmBerkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Berkeley: Sitting and Talk with Yanli Wang and Lily Huang
The Finnish Hall, 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA 94702, USA
Offered by: Yanli Wang and Lily Huang In-person at Berkeley Finnish Hall Meeting Room: 1970 Chestnut St, Berkeley, CA
Join us for in-person gatherings on Monday evenings in Berkeley. Includes a 30-minute meditation, 30-minute Dharma talk, and 30-minute small- and large-group discussion time. Chairs are available — bring sitting gear if you prefer.
The program is offered freely, with no registration needed. If you’d like to donate to the teacher or the center, you can visit IMC’s donation page here.
7:15 pm – 8:30 pmMeditation and Talk with Diana Clark
7:15 pm – 8:30 pm
Meditation and Talk with Diana Clark
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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 andbroadcast live on YouTube.The link for watching on our YouTube channel ishere
If you’d like to donate to Diana or to the center, you can visit IMC’s donation pagehere
Tuesday October 2626
9:30 am – 10:45 amZoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
9:30 am – 10:45 am
Zoom: Sitting, Reflection, & Discussion with Dawn Neal, Marjolein Janssen, or others
Zoom
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.
Más detalles en el calendario en español: https://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/espanol/retiros-y-eventos-semanales/
El grupo de Dharma en Español se reúne cada martes de 6:00 p.m. a 7:15 p.m. No importa el nivel de experiencia o el tiempo que llevan practicando. Durante cada sesión se ofrece una meditación, una plática y una discusión en grupo. Por el momento las reuniones son virtuales a través de zoom:
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Nikki Mirghafori
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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 athttps://www.insightmeditationcenter.org/live-video/ Alternatively, you can also access it directly on YouTube athttps://www.youtube.com/user/insightmed/live.
If you’d like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so atIMC’s donation page.
Thursday October 2828
9:00 am – 10:50 amYoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
9:00 am – 10:50 am
Yoga & Meditation with Terry Lesser
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
11:00 am – 12:00 pmZoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Zoom: Women's Circle of Mindfulness with Hilary Borison
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA 94062
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 athborison@sbcglobal.net.
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Liz Powell
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
5:00 pm – 6:30 pmVia Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Via Zoom: Dharma Inspired Book Group
108 Birch Street, Redwood City, CA
Dharma Inspired Book Group. Go to Dharma Friends Website for zoom instructions and information about our current book.
6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Zoom: Happy Hour: Practicing Loving-Kindness with Anne Roise
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
Earth Care meetings focus on a set of diverse topics relating to the right actions we can take to mitigate climate change. Meetings will usually have a speaker who will be educating and contributing to topics on climate change and meaningful actions we can take. Sessions include a brief meditation, a presentation and group discussion.
In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 amZoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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.
Insight Meditation Center, 108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
The last Sunday of each month, our community comes together immediately following the Sunday Dharma Talk for a potluck meal. All are welcome. Please bring a vegetarian dish to share. If you are not able to bring food, you are still welcome to stay and have some food. Please direct questions to: imc.volunteerdirector@gmail.com and Jill will happily respond for the PotLuck Group.
7:00 pm – 8:15 pmZoom: Buddhism and Recovery Support Group
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.
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7:30 pm – 9:00 pmFor people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
For people in their 20s/30s: At Home in the World with Max Erdstein
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
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.
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
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In-person at IMC. This Sunday morning sit and talk are also offered live on YouTube and on IMC’s website. The meditation starts at 9:25 am, and the talk talk starts at 10:00 am. The program ends by 10:45 am.
If you would like to donate to the teacher or to IMC, you can do so at IMC’s donation page.
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Tea Following Regular Sunday Program
108 Birch St, Redwood City, CA 94062, USA
Join us for an informal tea with light refreshments on the Second Sunday of each month, following the regular Sunday morning program. Everyone is welcome to this opportunity to meet new friends and connect with old friends.
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Zoom: Weekly Sunday Sangha Meeting Following the Dharma Talk
Zoom
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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