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SUMMARY:Monthly Day of Meditation with Shaila Catherine
DESCRIPTION:A day of meditation with Shaila Catherine. \nIMSB offers a day of meditation one Saturday each month. These monthly day long programs offer a consistent and easy opportunity for meditators to maintain a steady commitment to meditation\, deepen their practice\, explore various dhamma themes\, and cultivate relationships with the community—and still be home in time for dinner! \nThe day long programs are usually structured with alternating sitting and walking meditations\, augmented by meditation instructions\, reflections\, and teachings. Shaila Catherine leads most of the day longs\, complimented by periodic guest teachers or community events. At most day long events\, Shaila is available for individual consultations. \nShaila offers teachings at each event\, usually aimed at developing meditative skills. Whether or not a theme is announced in advance\, teachings will be offered to deepen understanding of the Buddhist path of practice. \nThere will be a pot-luck community meal around 12:30; please bring a food dish to share. \nEveryone is welcome. There is no registration. Folding chairs are provided. Bring a mat and cushion if you prefer to sit on the floor. Beginner’s to meditation are encouraged to come on time since both sitting and walking meditation instruction are usually offered in the mornings. \nThese monthly events may take place at any of the churches where we meet—in Los Altos\, Saratoga\, or Mountain View. Be sure to double check the website event listing to determine the correct location. \nIMSB relies  upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law. \n 
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/day-of-meditation-2016-09-12-2016-12-24-2017-02-10/
LOCATION:Foothills Congregational Church – Fellowship Hall\, 461 Orange Ave\, Los Altos\, CA\, 94022\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day-Long and Half Day,Featured Events
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SUMMARY:Sutta Study - Palo Alto
DESCRIPTION:Numerical Discourses of the Buddha \nwith Shaila Catherine \nTHE READING ASSIGNMENT FOR THIS SESSION IS LISTED AS MONTH 302 IN YOUR COURSE CONFIRMATION EMAIL. \nOur nine month Sutta Study Course on the Anguttara Nikaya meets in three locations to serve the local and online community: \n\nFriday mornings in Palo Alto\nWednesday evenings in Menlo Park\nMonday evenings online\n\nEnrollment will remain open for this course until the February meeting\, and then closes for the remainder of the year. Registration details are on our Sutta Study Course 2017 page. \nNewcomers are welcome to join each year. Registration for next year’s course will open in September with the course starting in January. General information about the sutta study program can be found on our Sutta Study Courses page.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/sutta-study-palo-alto-2016-07-22-2016-08-22-2016-11-22-2017-02-13/
LOCATION:3942 Duncan Pl.\, 3942 Duncan Pl.\, Palo Alto\, CA\, 94036
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Study
ORGANIZER;CN="Sutta Study Coordinator":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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SUMMARY:Register now! Developing a Mindfulness Meditation Practice - A 6-week skill building class.
DESCRIPTION:Registration has opened for a 6 week Introduction to Mindfulness Course. \nVisit the Events Page for more information and registration details: https://www.imsb.org/event/course-developing-a-mindfulness-meditation-practice/2017-02-23/
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/developing-a-mindfulness-meditation-practice-a-6-week-course-an-ideal-introduction-to-mindfulness/
LOCATION:Westhope Presbyterian Church\, 12850 Saratoga Ave\, Saratoga\, CA\, 95070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Events
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SUMMARY:Course: Developing a Mindfulness Meditation Practice
DESCRIPTION:Developing a Mindfulness Meditation Practice — A skill-building class\nThis course is taught by Sharon Allen\, Janetti Marotta\, and Laura Lin. \n6 Thursdays\, February 23 – March 30\, 2017\nTo live with mindful awareness in our world\, we must become well grounded in a meditation practice. This course will focus on understanding\, practicing\, and developing mindful awareness\, so you can more fully integrate it into your life. If you find yourself wanting to have greater balance in your life\, more mental clarity\, calm and ease\, this course can help. \nThe class will emphasize learning how to remain mindful with both pleasant and unpleasant experiences\, and practicing the four postures taught by the Buddha: sitting\, walking\, standing\, and lying down. \nThis foundational Level 1 class is appropriate for those new to meditation as well as those wanting a refresher on developing a mindfulness meditation practice. These classes and practices draw on the Dhamma\, the ancient teachings of the Buddha. \nClass content and practice skills will include: \n\nFebruary 23 — Why Meditate: The power of mindfulness with breathing\nMarch 2 — Cultivating Presence: Mindfulness of the body\nMarch 9 — Settling the Restless Mind: Mindfulness of thoughts\nMarch 16 — Making Room for Emotions: Mindfulness of mental states\nMarch 23 — Practicing Kindness: Metta Practice\nMarch 30 — Remember to Remember: Mindfulness recap and practice tips\n\nPlus an optional drop-in session that continues the development of mindfulness practice on April 6: \n\nApril 6 — Enlivening Daily Activities: Eating and Walking with Mindfulness\n\nClass format will include: \n\nMeditation instruction\, with both guided and unguided meditation practice time\nTeaching on a mindfulness theme\nWritten and experiential exercises and homework\nGroup discussion\, Q&A\n\nResources will include: \n\nGuidance from experienced mindfulness teachers\nHandouts of practice guidelines\nInternet links for sutta references and writings on mindfulness\n\nREGISTRATION:\nRegistration is required for this course. Registration fees are non-refundable. To register select an option under the Tickets heading in the right-hand column of this page. \nThe sliding scale fee range is from $360 to $90 and will be shared between IMSB and the teacher(s). The lower end of the sliding scale is intended for those with limited means. The basic rate of $90 is estimated to cover the most basic costs such as rent and insurance for the specific class period. It does not factor in compensation for teachers or ongoing administrative expenses for IMSB. The scholarship rate of $45 offers an even lower rate for those with very limited financial means. \nBy choosing to give at the mid to high range of the sliding scale your generosity supports those with limited income to attend our programs\, and it supports IMSB and the teachers\, enabling the dhamma to thrive in the South Bay Area. We encourage you to choose the highest level that is appropriate for your economic situation. If you need additional scholarship assistance and can volunteer to help\, please inquire with the registrar about service scholarships by contacting ThursdayClass. \nTAX DEDUCTIBILITY:\nThe basic registration fee is not tax deductible and non-refundable. Donations above the base rate will be considered voluntary tax deductible contributions. Each January the IMSB treasurer sends donors letters that acknowledge the accumulated deductible donations from the previous year. This annual letter will acknowledge the amount given that is above the basic rate and serve as documentation for tax deduction purposes. \nCANCELLATION POLICY:\nAll fees and payments are non-refundable. If it becomes necessary to cancel participation in a course\, and the registrar is notified prior to the start of the first class meeting\, your registration fee will be converted into a voucher creditable towards the fee for a future IMSB Thursday Class. Vouchers must be used within one year of the initial course start date. Cancellations that occur after the start of the first class are not eligible for the voucher credit. \nTo redeem a voucher\, send an email to the registrar for the appropriate course and request to use your voucher credit as payment of the registration fees. If the voucher does not cover the base rate for the new class\, the balance will be due to complete the registration process. Credits vouchers can be transferred to only one future course. \nSUBSEQUENT PROGRAMING:\nThe Thursday night dhamma classroom will include an array of topics that will support the development of meditative skills and liberating insight. Please see our 2017 Calendar of Events for details. Courses will be led by experienced teachers and local experts in meditation\, mindfulness and Buddhism. Most classes will be appropriate for both new students and seasoned practitioners; any restrictions or pre-requisites will be noted in the course descriptions. \nWhile this change in programming from a drop-in style sitting group to a Dhamma classroom is an experiment for IMSB\, it is our hope that it will enable in-depth systematic sequential teachings\, while also supporting a cohort of insight meditation practitioners in the San Jose – Saratoga area\, and providing the necessary income to cover the expenses and compensate our teachers.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/course-developing-a-mindfulness-meditation-practice/
LOCATION:Westhope Presbyterian Church\, 12850 Saratoga Ave\, Saratoga\, CA\, 95070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginners,Guests and Series,Weekly Meditation
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SUMMARY:Speaker Series - Everyday Dhamma -  in Mountain View
DESCRIPTION:Can busy lay practitioners realize the fruits of the Buddhist path? How can we bring mindfulness\, wisdom\, and compassion into our family\, community\, and workplace activities? \nThis speaker series will explore the intersection of the Buddha’s teachings with the complex demands of contemporary daily life. Each speaker will explore a theme that highlights social issues or practical applications related to living a mindful life at work\, with family\, and in today’s society. \n\nFeb 14\, 2017 — with Ron Purser — Four Gateways of Samsara: I\, me\, mine and mind\nFeb 21 — with Lisa Dale Miller — Dharma in Challenging Relationships\nFeb 28 — Meeting is cancelled. The Church needs the room for Marti Gras event.\nMarch 7 — with Kim Allen — Money\nMarch 14 — with Laura Lin — Happiness at the Workplace\nMarch 21 — with Misha Merrill — Wisdom\, Skill\, and Virtue\nMarch 28 — with Sean Feit Oakes — Trauma\, Purification\, and the Nervous System\nApril 4 — with Shaila Catherine — Dilemmas\, Decisions\, and Everyday Ethics\nApril 11 — Meeting is cancelled. The Church needs the room for pre-Easter events.\n\n\nInsight Meditation South Bay offers two weekly meditation programs—Tuesdays in Mountain View\, and Thursdays in Saratoga. \nThis group meets every Tuesday evening for a sitting and Dhamma talk in Mountain View. The principal teacher is Shaila Catherine and guest speakers are featured regularly. Thematic series are periodically presented\, but whether or not a topic has been advertised in advance\, Shaila or a guest teacher will lead the sitting and offer teachings. See also weekly sitting. \nNewcomers are always welcome. To help newcomers get acquainted with mindfulness meditation and IMSB\, a senior member or teacher offers a beginner’s orientation beginning at 6:30 on the first Tuesday of each month. \nIMSB relies upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/weekly-sitting-and-dhamma-talk-2015-04-07-2016-01-19-2017-01-31-2017-02-14/2017-02-21/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, Edwards Hall\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View \, CA\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Guests and Series,Weekly Meditation
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SUMMARY:Sutta Study - Anguttara Nikaya - Online
DESCRIPTION:Numerical Discourses of the Buddha \nwith Shaila Catherine \nTHE READING ASSIGNMENT FOR THIS SESSION IS LISTED AS MONTH 302 IN YOUR COURSE CONFIRMATION EMAIL. \nOur nine month Sutta Study Course on the Anguttara Nikaya meets in three locations to serve the local and online community: \n\nFriday mornings in Palo Alto\nWednesday evenings in Menlo Park\nMonday evenings online\n\nEnrollment will remain open for this course until the February meeting\, and then closes for the remainder of the year. Registration details are on our Sutta Study Course 2017 page. \nNewcomers are welcome to join each year. Registration for next year’s course will open in September with the course starting in January. General information about the sutta study program can be found on our Sutta Study Courses page.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/sutta-study-anguttara-nikaya-online-2017-02-23/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Study,Online Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Sutta Study Coordinator":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170216T191500
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SUMMARY:Deepening Practice and Community - Open Drop-In with Jennifer Dungan
DESCRIPTION:An Evening for Meditation Practice\nLed by Jennifer Dungan \nBetween many of our Thursday evening series courses in Saratoga\, IMSB offers open drop-in practice sessions led by Shaila Catherine\, Sharon Allen\, or a local mindfulness teacher. \nFor these “Deepening Practice and Community” evenings\, we will devote more time to   guided meditations and experiential mindfulness activities. \nNewcomers are welcome. Chairs are provided. Bring a mat or cushion if you prefer to sit on the wood floor. Registration is not required for this Deepening Practice and Community event. \nDANA: IMSB relies upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/deepening-practice-and-community-an-evening-for-practice-open-drop-in/
LOCATION:Westhope Presbyterian Church\, 12850 Saratoga Ave\, Saratoga\, CA\, 95070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginners,Featured Events,Weekly Meditation
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170214T193000
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SUMMARY:Weekly Meditation and Teachings in Mountain View with Shaila Catherine
DESCRIPTION:Insight Meditation South Bay offers two weekly meditation groups—Tuesdays in Mountain View\, and Thursdays in Saratoga. \nThis group meets every Tuesday evening for a sitting and Dhamma talk in Mountain View. The principal teacher is Shaila Catherine and guest speakers are featured regularly. Thematic series are periodically presented\, but whether or not a topic has been advertised in advance\, Shaila or a guest teacher will lead the sitting and offer teachings. See also weekly sitting. \nNewcomers are always welcome. To help newcomers get acquainted with mindfulness meditation and IMSB\, a senior member or teacher offers a beginner’s orientation beginning at 6:30 on the first Tuesday of each month. \nIMSB relies  upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/weekly-sitting-and-dhamma-talk-2015-04-07-2016-01-19-2017-01-31-2017-02-07/2017-02-14/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, Edwards Hall\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View \, CA\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meditation
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SUMMARY:Speaker Series - Everyday Dhamma -  in Mountain View
DESCRIPTION:Can busy lay practitioners realize the fruits of the Buddhist path? How can we bring mindfulness\, wisdom\, and compassion into our family\, community\, and workplace activities? \nThis speaker series will explore the intersection of the Buddha’s teachings with the complex demands of contemporary daily life. Each speaker will explore a theme that highlights social issues or practical applications related to living a mindful life at work\, with family\, and in today’s society. \n\nFeb 14\, 2017 — with Ron Purser — Four Gateways of Samsara: I\, me\, mine and mind\nFeb 21 — with Lisa Dale Miller — Dharma in Challenging Relationships\nFeb 28 — Meeting is cancelled. The Church needs the room for Marti Gras event.\nMarch 7 — with Kim Allen — Money\nMarch 14 — with Laura Lin — Happiness at the Workplace\nMarch 21 — with Misha Merrill — Wisdom\, Skill\, and Virtue\nMarch 28 — with Sean Feit Oakes — Trauma\, Purification\, and the Nervous System\nApril 4 — with Shaila Catherine — Dilemmas\, Decisions\, and Everyday Ethics\nApril 11 — Meeting is cancelled. The Church needs the room for pre-Easter events.\n\n\nInsight Meditation South Bay offers two weekly meditation programs—Tuesdays in Mountain View\, and Thursdays in Saratoga. \nThis group meets every Tuesday evening for a sitting and Dhamma talk in Mountain View. The principal teacher is Shaila Catherine and guest speakers are featured regularly. Thematic series are periodically presented\, but whether or not a topic has been advertised in advance\, Shaila or a guest teacher will lead the sitting and offer teachings. See also weekly sitting. \nNewcomers are always welcome. To help newcomers get acquainted with mindfulness meditation and IMSB\, a senior member or teacher offers a beginner’s orientation beginning at 6:30 on the first Tuesday of each month. \nIMSB relies upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/weekly-sitting-and-dhamma-talk-2015-04-07-2016-01-19-2017-01-31-2017-02-14/2017-02-14/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, Edwards Hall\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View \, CA\, 94040\, United States
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SUMMARY:Weekly Meditation and Teachings in Mountain View with Shaila Catherine
DESCRIPTION:Insight Meditation South Bay offers two weekly meditation groups—Tuesdays in Mountain View\, and Thursdays in Saratoga. \nThis group meets every Tuesday evening for a sitting and Dhamma talk in Mountain View. The principal teacher is Shaila Catherine and guest speakers are featured regularly. Thematic series are periodically presented\, but whether or not a topic has been advertised in advance\, Shaila or a guest teacher will lead the sitting and offer teachings. See also weekly sitting. \nNewcomers are always welcome. To help newcomers get acquainted with mindfulness meditation and IMSB\, a senior member or teacher offers a beginner’s orientation beginning at 6:30 on the first Tuesday of each month. \nIMSB relies  upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/weekly-sitting-and-dhamma-talk-2015-04-07-2016-01-19-2017-01-31-2017-02-07/2017-02-07/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, Edwards Hall\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View \, CA\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meditation
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SUMMARY:Beginner's Orientation
DESCRIPTION:The Beginner’s Orientation session occurs the first Tuesday of every month just prior to our weekly meditation group\n6:30 pm – 7:25 pm \nInsight Meditation South Bay\nSt. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, Edwards Hall\n2094 Grant Rd.\, Mountain View\, CA 94040 \nThe Beginner’s Orientation introduces mindfulness meditation instructions\, and provides an orientation to Insight Meditation South Bay. This beginner’s session is conducted the first Tuesday of the month immediately before the regular weekly sitting. Come for the introduction\, and then stay for the regular weekly program\, where you will meet the members of Insight Meditation South Bay and our teachers. \nAn overview of the practices that we teach can be found on our  Vipassana Practice (Insight Meditation) page. \nMeditation instruction is offered starting at 6:30. Please arrive on time as a courtesy to others. \nYou may bring a sitting cushion\, but chairs are provided and you need only bring yourself.\nFor more information\, please also see the Beginner’s Orientation.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/beginners-orientation-2015-08-04-2016-07-02-2017-02-07/2017-02-07/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, Edwards Hall\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View \, CA\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginners,Featured Events
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170206
DTSTAMP:20260403T202627
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LAST-MODIFIED:20160625T224543Z
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SUMMARY:Daylong Meditation Programs in Nevada
DESCRIPTION:Shaila Catherine will be leading 2 day long programs for the Dharma Zephyr Insight Meditation Community in Carson City or Minden\, Nevada. \nSaturday February 4\nSunday February 5 \nFor details visit www.dharmazephyr.org \n 
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/darlings-in-nevada/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Day-Long and Half Day,Retreats with Shaila
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170201T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170201T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202627
CREATED:20160829T170619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173504Z
UID:10008685-1485975600-1485982800@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Sutta Study - Anguttara Nikaya - Menlo Park
DESCRIPTION:Numerical Discourses of the Buddha\nwith Shaila Catherine \nTHE READING ASSIGNMENT FOR THIS SESSION IS LISTED AS MONTH 302 IN YOUR COURSE CONFIRMATION EMAIL. \nOur nine month Sutta Study Course on the Anguttara Nikaya meets in three locations to serve the local and online community: \n\nFriday mornings in Palo Alto\nWednesday evenings in Menlo Park\nMonday evenings online\n\nEnrollment will remain open for this course until the February meeting\, and then closes for the remainder of the year. Registration details are on our Sutta Study Course 2017 page. \nNewcomers are welcome to join each year. Registration for next year’s course will open in September with the course starting in January. General information about the sutta study program can be found on our Sutta Study Courses page.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/sutta-study-anguttara-nikaya-menlo-park-2017-02-18/
LOCATION:Location in Menlo Park\, Menlo Park\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Study
ORGANIZER;CN="Sutta Study Coordinator":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
GEO:37.4319983;-122.1757247
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170131T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170131T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202627
CREATED:20140819T013735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173546Z
UID:10004769-1485891000-1485896400@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Weekly Meditation and Teachings in Mountain View
DESCRIPTION:Insight Meditation South Bay offers two weekly meditation groups—Tuesdays in Mountain View\, and Thursdays in Saratoga. \nThis group meets every Tuesday evening for a sitting and Dhamma talk in Mountain View. The principal teacher is Shaila Catherine and guest speakers are featured regularly. Thematic series are periodically presented\, but whether or not a topic has been advertised in advance\, Shaila or a guest teacher will lead the sitting and offer teachings. See also weekly sitting. \nNewcomers are always welcome. To help newcomers get acquainted with mindfulness meditation and IMSB\, a senior member or teacher offers a beginner’s orientation beginning at 6:30 on the first Tuesday of each month. \nIMSB relies  upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/weekly-sitting-and-dhamma-talk-2015-04-07-2016-01-19-2017-01-31/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, Edwards Hall\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View \, CA\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meditation
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
GEO:37.3726296;-122.0783279
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170131T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170131T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202627
CREATED:20140819T013735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173536Z
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SUMMARY:Weekly Meditation and Teachings in Mountain View with Shaila Catherine
DESCRIPTION:Insight Meditation South Bay offers two weekly meditation groups—Tuesdays in Mountain View\, and Thursdays in Saratoga. \nThis group meets every Tuesday evening for a sitting and Dhamma talk in Mountain View. The principal teacher is Shaila Catherine and guest speakers are featured regularly. Thematic series are periodically presented\, but whether or not a topic has been advertised in advance\, Shaila or a guest teacher will lead the sitting and offer teachings. See also weekly sitting. \nNewcomers are always welcome. To help newcomers get acquainted with mindfulness meditation and IMSB\, a senior member or teacher offers a beginner’s orientation beginning at 6:30 on the first Tuesday of each month. \nIMSB relies  upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/weekly-sitting-and-dhamma-talk-2015-04-07-2016-01-19-2016-11-15/2017-01-31/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, Edwards Hall\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View \, CA\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meditation
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
GEO:37.3726296;-122.0783279
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170124T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170124T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202627
CREATED:20140819T013735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173536Z
UID:10004760-1485286200-1485291600@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Weekly Meditation and Teachings in Mountain View with Shaila Catherine
DESCRIPTION:Insight Meditation South Bay offers two weekly meditation groups—Tuesdays in Mountain View\, and Thursdays in Saratoga. \nThis group meets every Tuesday evening for a sitting and Dhamma talk in Mountain View. The principal teacher is Shaila Catherine and guest speakers are featured regularly. Thematic series are periodically presented\, but whether or not a topic has been advertised in advance\, Shaila or a guest teacher will lead the sitting and offer teachings. See also weekly sitting. \nNewcomers are always welcome. To help newcomers get acquainted with mindfulness meditation and IMSB\, a senior member or teacher offers a beginner’s orientation beginning at 6:30 on the first Tuesday of each month. \nIMSB relies  upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/weekly-sitting-and-dhamma-talk-2015-04-07-2016-01-19-2016-11-15/2017-01-24/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, Edwards Hall\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View \, CA\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meditation
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
GEO:37.3726296;-122.0783279
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170123T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170123T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202627
CREATED:20160828T034904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173505Z
UID:10008675-1485192600-1485199800@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Sutta Study - Anguttara Nikaya - Online
DESCRIPTION:Numerical Discourses of the Buddha \nwith Shaila Catherine \nTHE READING ASSIGNMENT FOR THIS SESSION IS LISTED AS MONTH 301 IN YOUR COURSE CONFIRMATION EMAIL. \nOur nine month Sutta Study Course on the Anguttara Nikaya meets in three locations to serve the local and online community: \n\nFriday mornings in Palo Alto\nWednesday evenings in Menlo Park\nMonday evenings online\n\nEnrollment will remain open for this course until the February meeting\, and then closes for the remainder of the year. Registration details are on our Sutta Study Course 2017 page. \nNewcomers are welcome to join each year. Registration for next year’s course will open in September with the course starting in January. General information about the sutta study program can be found on our Sutta Study Courses page.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/sutta-study-anguttara-nikaya-online/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Study,Online Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Sutta Study Coordinator":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170124
DTSTAMP:20260403T202627
CREATED:20160901T172708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170121T010240Z
UID:10008693-1485129600-1485215999@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Register for Sutta Study 2017 Discussion Groups
DESCRIPTION:Registration has opened for our 9-month sutta study group that starts in January 2017. \nWe’ll be studying the Numerical Discourses of the Buddha. \nRegistration opens September 1\, 2016\nCourses begin January 2017\nRegistration closes with the February 2017 meetings \nDiscussion groups will take place at three locations and times. \n\nMonday evenings online\nFriday mornings in Palo Alto\, CA\nWednesday evenings in Menlo Park\, CA\n\nFor information and registration details visit the Sutta Study Course 2017 page. \nFor the meeting schedule see the Event Calendar.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/register-now-for-sutta-study-2017-discussion-groups/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Study,Online Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Sutta Study Coordinator":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170121T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170121T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202627
CREATED:20150518T165143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160722T233852Z
UID:10008616-1484991000-1485018000@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Day of Meditation with Shaila Catherine
DESCRIPTION:A day of meditation with Shaila Catherine. \nIMSB offers a day of meditation one Saturday each month. These monthly day long programs offer a consistent and easy opportunity for meditators to maintain a steady commitment to meditation\, deepen their practice\, explore various dhamma themes\, and cultivate relationships with the community—and still be home in time for dinner! \nThe day long programs are usually structured with alternating sitting and walking meditations\, augmented by meditation instructions\, reflections\, and teachings. Shaila Catherine leads most of the day longs\, complimented by periodic guest teachers or community events. At most day long events\, Shaila is available for individual consultations. \nShaila offers teachings at each event\, usually aimed at developing meditative skills. Whether or not a theme is announced in advance\, teachings will be offered to deepen understanding of the Buddhist path of practice. \nThere will be a pot-luck community meal around 12:30; please bring a food dish to share. \nEveryone is welcome. There is no registration. Folding chairs are provided. Bring a mat and cushion if you prefer to sit on the floor. Beginner’s to meditation are encouraged to come on time since both sitting and walking meditation instruction are usually offered in the mornings. \nThese monthly events may take place at any of the churches where we meet—in Los Altos\, Saratoga\, or Mountain View. Be sure to double check the website event listing to determine the correct location. \nIMSB relies  upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law. \n 
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/day-of-meditation-2016-09-12-2016-12-24-2017-01-10/
LOCATION:Westhope Presbyterian Church\, 12850 Saratoga Ave\, Saratoga\, CA\, 95070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day-Long and Half Day,Featured Events
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
GEO:37.2819775;-122.0012909
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170119T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170119T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202627
CREATED:20161102T062323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170104T150611Z
UID:10008706-1484853300-1484859600@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Four Week Course with Shaila Catherine - Mindfulness in the Buddhist Tradition - (Satipatthana)
DESCRIPTION:Registration has opened for a 4 week course Thursday evenings in Saratoga\, CA. \nThe focus is on Mindfulness in the Buddhist Tradition and what is called in the ancient Pali language: “Satipatthana” practice. \nVisit the Event Page for information and registration details: https://www.imsb.org/event/mindfulness-in-the-buddhist-tradition/2017-01-19/ \n  \n 
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/four-week-course-mindfulness-in-the-buddhist-tradition/
LOCATION:Westhope Presbyterian Church\, 12850 Saratoga Ave\, Saratoga\, CA\, 95070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Sit at IMSB - Contact":MAILTO:Click on link under organizer
GEO:37.2819775;-122.0012909
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170119T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170119T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202627
CREATED:20160824T182127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173505Z
UID:10008674-1484853300-1484859600@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Course: Mindfulness in the Buddhist Tradition
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness in the Buddhist Tradition: A short course on the four modes of mindfulness called Satipatthana\nA practical and direct path.\nPresented by Shaila Catherine and Richard Shankman \nA series of new classes on meditation and Buddhism will be offered by Insight Meditation South Bay starting January 19\, 2017. \nThe classroom structure offers many advantages for continuity and depth in both the style of instruction and potential for learning. The educational and experiential format of this dhamma classroom will … \n\nSupport the establishment of consistent mindfulness meditation practice\nEnable the development of in-depth sequentially structured teachings\nBuild relationships with experienced teachers and dedicated participants through exploring how the teachings of the Buddha and practice of mindfulness impacts our lives\nEnable the inclusion of resources\, exercises\, and creative materials to enhance study and practice\nCreate practice and study groups focused on the development of skills and deepen of understanding.\n\nThe first series of classes that IMSB will be offering is on the theme of Mindfulness in the Buddhist Tradition: A Short Course on The Four Modes of Mindfulness Called the Four Satipatthanas. It will be led by Shaila Catherine and Richard Shankman\, and will include: \n\nJanuary 19 – Mindfulness of Body\nJanuary 26 – Mindfulness of Feeling\nFebruary 2 – Mindfulness of Mind\nFebruary 9 – Mindfulness of Phenomena\n\nMany practitioners consider the Satipatthana Sutta to be among the most important and practical teachings of the Early Discourses of the Buddha. It offers pragmatic instructions for establishing mindfulness with attention to four areas: body\, feelings\, mind\, and various dhamma objects (physical and mental processes). These four satipatthanas\, called establishments or foundations of mindfulness\, are the core of insight meditation teachings. They frame the practice of mindfulness within the liberating aim of the path\, thereby providing the means for our awakening. \nCOURSE DESIGN:\nThe curriculum includes practical meditation instructions\, teachings on the four satipatthanas\, supplementary readings or lectures\, and discussion about the role and function of mindfulness in the Buddha’s teachings. This course offers an overview of how the satipatthana structure functions within the context of Buddhist practice. \nIt is appropriate for both new and experienced practitioners—those who want to learn about mindfulness\, seasoned practitioners\, and mindfulness instructors. Guided meditations and practical instructions will support newcomers\, however\, beginners will benefit by also attending one of our Introductory Mindfulness Courses for a skill-oriented training. Emphasis in the satipatthana course will be on the context and aims of mindfulness teachings\, which will provide an excellent foundation for someone embarking on a mindfulness training\, and will deepen understanding for adept practitioners. \nREGISTRATION:\nRegistration is required for this course. Registration fees are non-refundable. To register select an option under the Tickets heading in the right-hand column of this page. \nThe sliding scale fee range is from $370 to $70 and will be shared between IMSB and the teacher(s). The lower end of the sliding scale is intended for those with limited means. The basic rate of $70 is estimated to cover the most basic costs such as rent and insurance for the specific class period. It does not factor in compensation for teachers or ongoing administrative expenses for IMSB. The scholarship rate of $35 offers an even lower rate for those with very limited financial means. \nBy choosing to give at the mid to high range of the sliding scale your generosity supports those with limited income to attend our programs\, and it supports IMSB and the teachers\, enabling the dhamma to thrive in the South Bay Area. We encourage you to choose the highest level that is appropriate for your economic situation. If you need additional scholarship assistance and can volunteer to help\, please inquire with the registrar about service scholarships by contacting ThursdayClass. \nTAX DEDUCTIBILITY: The basic registration fee is not tax deductible and non-refundable. Donations above the base rate will be considered voluntary tax deductible contributions. Each January the IMSB treasurer sends donors letters that acknowledge the accumulated deductible donations from the previous year. This annual letter will acknowledge the amount given that is above the basic rate and serve as documentation for tax deduction purposes. \nSUBSEQUENT PROGRAMING:\nThe Thursday night dhamma classroom will include an array of topics that will support the development of meditative skills and liberating insight. Please see our 2017 Calendar of Events for details. Courses will be led by experienced teachers and local experts in meditation\, mindfulness and Buddhism. Most classes will be appropriate for both new students and seasoned practitioners; any restrictions or pre-requisites will be noted in the course descriptions. \nWhile this change in programming from a drop-in style sitting group to a Dhamma classroom is an experiment for IMSB\, it is our hope that it will enable in-depth systematic sequential teachings\, while also supporting a cohort of insight meditation practitioners in the San Jose – Saratoga area\, and providing the necessary income to cover the expenses and compensate our teachers. \n/*  */ \n\n\n\n[/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container]
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/mindfulness-in-the-buddhist-tradition/
LOCATION:Westhope Presbyterian Church\, 12850 Saratoga Ave\, Saratoga\, CA\, 95070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginners,Dhamma Study,Guests and Series,Weekly Meditation
ORGANIZER;CN="Sit at IMSB - Contact":MAILTO:Click on link under organizer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170117T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170117T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202627
CREATED:20140819T013735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173536Z
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SUMMARY:Weekly Meditation and Teachings in Mountain View with Shaila Catherine
DESCRIPTION:Insight Meditation South Bay offers two weekly meditation groups—Tuesdays in Mountain View\, and Thursdays in Saratoga. \nThis group meets every Tuesday evening for a sitting and Dhamma talk in Mountain View. The principal teacher is Shaila Catherine and guest speakers are featured regularly. Thematic series are periodically presented\, but whether or not a topic has been advertised in advance\, Shaila or a guest teacher will lead the sitting and offer teachings. See also weekly sitting. \nNewcomers are always welcome. To help newcomers get acquainted with mindfulness meditation and IMSB\, a senior member or teacher offers a beginner’s orientation beginning at 6:30 on the first Tuesday of each month. \nIMSB relies  upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/weekly-sitting-and-dhamma-talk-2015-04-07-2016-01-19-2016-11-15/2017-01-17/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, Edwards Hall\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View \, CA\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meditation
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
GEO:37.3726296;-122.0783279
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170113T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202627
CREATED:20150514T033455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173524Z
UID:10008427-1484301600-1484308800@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Sutta Study - Palo Alto
DESCRIPTION:Numerical Discourses of the Buddha \nwith Shaila Catherine \nTHE READING ASSIGNMENT FOR THIS SESSION IS LISTED AS MONTH 301 IN YOUR COURSE CONFIRMATION EMAIL. \nOur nine month Sutta Study Course on the Anguttara Nikaya meets in three locations to serve the local and online community: \n\nFriday mornings in Palo Alto\nWednesday evenings in Menlo Park\nMonday evenings online\n\nEnrollment will remain open for this course until the February meeting\, and then closes for the remainder of the year. Registration details are on our Sutta Study Course 2017 page. \nNewcomers are welcome to join each year. Registration for next year’s course will open in September with the course starting in January. General information about the sutta study program can be found on our Sutta Study Courses page.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/sutta-study-palo-alto-2016-07-22-2016-08-22-2016-11-22/
LOCATION:3942 Duncan Pl.\, 3942 Duncan Pl.\, Palo Alto\, CA\, 94036
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Study
ORGANIZER;CN="Sutta Study Coordinator":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
GEO:37.4163039;-122.112684
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170112T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170112T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202627
CREATED:20150715T011324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173512Z
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SUMMARY:Ten Perfections (paramis)
DESCRIPTION:A series for developing the best of mind and heart.\nMany powerful wholesome qualities are nurtured in the contemplative life. This series will explore the ten perfections (paramis) that support the path of awakening\, and bring joy and harmony into our daily lives. These beautiful qualities are accessible to everyone\, at every stage of our path\, however\, they are believed to have been perfected by the Buddha through his countless lifetimes as he strove to realize the ultimate perfection of Buddhahood. This series will provide a closer look at each of these respectable qualities to enable us to more fully develop them in our lives. \n\nNovember 3 – Generosity with Drew Oman\nNovember 10 – Loving-kindness with Kimberly Allen\nNovember 17 – Renunciation with Shaila Catherine\nNovember 24 – Thanksgiving (no meeting)\nDecember 1 – Patience with Sharon Allen\nDecember 8 – Virtue with Shaila Catherine\nDecember 15 – Truthfulness with Shaila Catherine\nDecember 22 – Determination with Chris Clifford\nDecember 29 – Energy\, effort with David Cohn\nJanuary 5 – Equanimity with Shaila Catherine\n\nJanuary 12 – Wisdom with Berget Jelane\n\nRead teacher biographies on our Teacher Page. \nEveryone is welcome. Chairs are provided. Bring a cushion and mat if you prefer to sit on the wood floor. \nIMSB relies  upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/ten-perfections/2017-01-12/
LOCATION:Westhope Presbyterian Church\, 12850 Saratoga Ave\, Saratoga\, CA\, 95070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Guests and Series,Weekly Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170111T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202627
CREATED:20160829T170619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173504Z
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SUMMARY:Sutta Study - Anguttara Nikaya - Menlo Park
DESCRIPTION:Numerical Discourses of the Buddha\nwith Shaila Catherine \nTHE READING ASSIGNMENT FOR THIS SESSION IS LISTED AS MONTH 301 IN YOUR COURSE CONFIRMATION EMAIL. \nOur nine month Sutta Study Course on the Anguttara Nikaya meets in three locations to serve the local and online community: \n\nFriday mornings in Palo Alto\nWednesday evenings in Menlo Park\nMonday evenings online\n\nEnrollment will remain open for this course until the February meeting\, and then closes for the remainder of the year. Registration details are on our Sutta Study Course 2017 page. \nNewcomers are welcome to join each year. Registration for next year’s course will open in September with the course starting in January. General information about the sutta study program can be found on our Sutta Study Courses page.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/sutta-study-anguttara-nikaya-menlo-park/
LOCATION:Location in Menlo Park\, Menlo Park\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Study
ORGANIZER;CN="Sutta Study Coordinator":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
GEO:37.4319983;-122.1757247
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170110T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170110T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202627
CREATED:20140819T013735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173536Z
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SUMMARY:Weekly Meditation and Teachings in Mountain View with Shaila Catherine
DESCRIPTION:Insight Meditation South Bay offers two weekly meditation groups—Tuesdays in Mountain View\, and Thursdays in Saratoga. \nThis group meets every Tuesday evening for a sitting and Dhamma talk in Mountain View. The principal teacher is Shaila Catherine and guest speakers are featured regularly. Thematic series are periodically presented\, but whether or not a topic has been advertised in advance\, Shaila or a guest teacher will lead the sitting and offer teachings. See also weekly sitting. \nNewcomers are always welcome. To help newcomers get acquainted with mindfulness meditation and IMSB\, a senior member or teacher offers a beginner’s orientation beginning at 6:30 on the first Tuesday of each month. \nIMSB relies  upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/weekly-sitting-and-dhamma-talk-2015-04-07-2016-01-19-2016-11-15/2017-01-10/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, Edwards Hall\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View \, CA\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meditation
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
GEO:37.3726296;-122.0783279
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170111
DTSTAMP:20260403T202627
CREATED:20161019T150224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161019T150249Z
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SUMMARY:Online Course - The Liberating Practice of Metta (Loving Kindness)
DESCRIPTION:Registration has opened for this online classroom experience with Shaila Catherine. \nRegistration period: November 1\, 2016 – January 10\, 2017 \nCourse period: January 15- March 19\, 2017 \nVisit Bodhi Courses for details and registration: www.bodhicourses.org.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/online-course-the-liberating-practice-of-metta-loving-kindness/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Study,Online Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Bodhi Courses Online":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170105T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170105T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T202627
CREATED:20150715T011324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173512Z
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SUMMARY:Ten Perfections (paramis)
DESCRIPTION:A series for developing the best of mind and heart.\nMany powerful wholesome qualities are nurtured in the contemplative life. This series will explore the ten perfections (paramis) that support the path of awakening\, and bring joy and harmony into our daily lives. These beautiful qualities are accessible to everyone\, at every stage of our path\, however\, they are believed to have been perfected by the Buddha through his countless lifetimes as he strove to realize the ultimate perfection of Buddhahood. This series will provide a closer look at each of these respectable qualities to enable us to more fully develop them in our lives. \n\nNovember 3 – Generosity with Drew Oman\nNovember 10 – Loving-kindness with Kimberly Allen\nNovember 17 – Renunciation with Shaila Catherine\nNovember 24 – Thanksgiving (no meeting)\nDecember 1 – Patience with Sharon Allen\nDecember 8 – Virtue with Shaila Catherine\nDecember 15 – Truthfulness with Shaila Catherine\nDecember 22 – Determination with Chris Clifford\nDecember 29 – Energy\, effort with David Cohn\nJanuary 5 – Equanimity with Shaila Catherine\n\nJanuary 12 – Wisdom with Berget Jelane\n\nRead teacher biographies on our Teacher Page. \nEveryone is welcome. Chairs are provided. Bring a cushion and mat if you prefer to sit on the wood floor. \nIMSB relies  upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/ten-perfections/2017-01-05/
LOCATION:Westhope Presbyterian Church\, 12850 Saratoga Ave\, Saratoga\, CA\, 95070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Guests and Series,Weekly Meditation
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
GEO:37.2819775;-122.0012909
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170103T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170103T211500
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CREATED:20140819T013735Z
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SUMMARY:IMSB's 11-Year Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:IMSB’s 11-Year Anniversary Celebration\nwith Shaila Catherine \nOn this Tuesday we will celebrate the 11th anniversary of the formation of IMSB as well as the start of the 2017 New Year. There will be snacks and a mini-ritual-celebration along with our meditation and dharma talk. \nSnack or dessert dishes to share are welcome\, but not required. \nEVERYONE IS WELCOME. Chairs are provided. Bring a cushion if you prefer to sit on the floor. \nIMSB relies  upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/weekly-sitting-and-dhamma-talk-2015-04-07-2016-01-19/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, Edwards Hall\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View \, CA\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Social Gathering,Weekly Meditation
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
GEO:37.3726296;-122.0783279
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170103T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170103T210000
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SUMMARY:Weekly Meditation and Teachings in Mountain View with Shaila Catherine
DESCRIPTION:Insight Meditation South Bay offers two weekly meditation groups—Tuesdays in Mountain View\, and Thursdays in Saratoga. \nThis group meets every Tuesday evening for a sitting and Dhamma talk in Mountain View. The principal teacher is Shaila Catherine and guest speakers are featured regularly. Thematic series are periodically presented\, but whether or not a topic has been advertised in advance\, Shaila or a guest teacher will lead the sitting and offer teachings. See also weekly sitting. \nNewcomers are always welcome. To help newcomers get acquainted with mindfulness meditation and IMSB\, a senior member or teacher offers a beginner’s orientation beginning at 6:30 on the first Tuesday of each month. \nIMSB relies  upon the generosity of participants to support our teachers and cover organizational expenses. Dana is a word in the ancient Pali language that describes donations\, offerings and generosity. Two bowls will be available at an event to practice dana for the teacher and IMSB; we encourage you to give joyfully and generously\, according to your resources and means. IMSB is a 501(c) (3) organization. All donations are tax deductible as permitted by law.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/weekly-sitting-and-dhamma-talk-2015-04-07-2016-01-19-2016-11-15/2017-01-03/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, Edwards Hall\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View \, CA\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meditation
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
GEO:37.3726296;-122.0783279
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