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SUMMARY:Daylong in Los Altos - What is your state of mind?
DESCRIPTION:A day of meditation with Shaila Catherine. \nAlthough meditation is renowned for promoting tranquility and mental calmness\, meditation is not passive. Investigative methods play a vital role in the skillful development of liberating insight. \nToday’s program will encourage self-examination and self-reflection to recognize the state of our own minds during meditation and activity. The teaching will be based on a text found in the Numerical Discourses (Sutta 10:51-52) that emphasizes the importance of self-examination. \nThis day-long program will include sitting and walking meditation\, instructions\, teachings\, and opportunities for individual meetings with the teacher. This practice day is appropriate for new and experienced meditators\, drop-in participants\, and dedicated Walking the Path members. Beginners are especially encouraged to attend the morning sessions when more meditation instruction is offered. \nThere will be a pot-luck community meal at 12:30; please bring a food dish to share. \nEveryone is welcome. Chairs are provided. Bring a cushion and mat if you prefer to sit on the floor.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/day-long-with-shaila-catherine/
LOCATION:Foothills Congregational Church – Fellowship Hall\, 461 Orange Ave\, Los Altos\, CA\, 94022\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day-Long and Half Day,Featured Events
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150918T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164331
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SUMMARY:Sutta Study - Palo Alto
DESCRIPTION:Numerical Discourses of the Buddha \nwith Shaila Catherine \nOur nine month Sutta Study Course on the Anguttara Nikaya meets in three locations to serve the local and online community. \nEnrollment has closed for 2015. Registration is now open for the next year’s group which will start in January 2016. \nSee the Sutta Study page for description and details of the course.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/sutta-study-2015-palo-alto/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150917T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150917T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164331
CREATED:20150617T213817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173513Z
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SUMMARY:Speaker Series: Pillars of Dhamma
DESCRIPTION:What we can do to improve our lives… \nThree core practices support growth in Buddhist practice \n\ngenerosity (dana)\nvirtue (sila)\nmental development (bhavana).\n\nThese Three Pillars are sometimes called sources of merit because they are actions that lead to beneficial results. Practicing generosity we nurture an open\, kind heart; practicing virtue we live happily\, free from remorse; and developing wise attention\, mindfulness\, and concentration we prepare the mind for liberating insight. \n\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 17 – Generosity with Shaila Catherine\nSeptember 24 – The Three Pillar’s series gives way to a very special event on the contemplative life in Silicon Valley with Pastor Erik Swanson and Shaila Catherine.\nOctober 1 – Virtue with Shaila Catherine\nOctober 8 – Mental Development with Margaret Gainer\n\nSpeaker biographies can be found 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/pillars-of-dhamma/2015-09-17/
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.
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150914
DTSTAMP:20260406T164331
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LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173526Z
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SUMMARY:Online – Beautiful Mind – Today is the last day to register!
DESCRIPTION:The Beautiful Mind: Cultivating the Five Faculties \nRegistration period: July 17 – September 13.\nCourse: September 18 – November 29.\nCourse includes 6 content modules in approximately ten-day sections\, plus welcome and wrap up modules. \nThe cultivation of five faculties – faith\, energy\, mindfulness\, concentration\, and wisdom – produce a healthy and beautiful mind. These faculties offer a complete structure for meditative development and culminate with complete awakening. They are necessary features of meditative progress that can be undertaken as a sequential training or as a finely balanced system of wholesome forces. This fully online course will explore the five spiritual faculties\, their placement in Buddhist teachings\, and their cultivation in meditation. All levels of participants\, from beginning meditators to advanced practitioners are welcome. \nFor more information and registration details visit BodhiCourses.org
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/online-beautiful-mind-registration-closes/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Bodhi Courses Online":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150908T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150908T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164331
CREATED:20140907T035500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150729T162333Z
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SUMMARY:Refuge in the Three Jewels with Laura Lin
DESCRIPTION:This evening Laura Lin will lead a Reflection and Discussion on the topic of Refuge in the Three Jewels of Buddha\, Dhamma\, Sangha. \n\nInsight Meditation South Bay meets every Tuesday evening for a sitting and Dhamma talk. The principal teacher is Shaila Catherine and unless otherwise indicated the Tuesday evening program will be lead by Shaila. Guest speakers are featured regularly. See also weekly sitting. \nEveryone is welcome. Chairs are provided. Bring a cushion and mat 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-dharma-talk-2015-09-08/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150905
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150913
DTSTAMP:20260406T164331
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SUMMARY:Retreat – Kansas City
DESCRIPTION:A weeklong retreat with Shaila Catherine and Philip Jones.\nIncludes Labor Day weekend. \nAwakening with Insight\nThis silent meditation retreat will emphasize a balance of mindfulness\, concentration\, and investigation. Instructions will encourage mindfulness of breath\, body\, and mind to enhance the potential for liberating insight. Meditation instructions\, consultations with the teachers\, and daily dharma teachings make this retreat suitable for both new and experienced practitioners. By cultivating a calm\, balanced awareness\, we can dissolve any suffering that may entangle our hearts and discover our freedom in the midst of things. \nRegistration will open June 6.\nVisit https://www.midamericadharma.org/retreats.html for retreat details and registration process.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/retreat-in-kansas-city/
LOCATION:Mid America Dharma – Marillac Retreat Center in Kansas\, 4200 South 4th Street\, Leavenworth\, KS\, 66048
CATEGORIES:Not an IMSB event,Retreats with Shaila
ORGANIZER;CN="Mid America Dharma":MAILTO:Click the link Mid America Dharma under organizer.
GEO:39.114053;-94.6274636
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150903T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150903T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164331
CREATED:20141220T215919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173525Z
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SUMMARY:Speaker Series: Three Jewels with special guest Lama Surya Das
DESCRIPTION:The Three Jewels and Refuges \nWhere the mind rests with trust. \nWhat do you turn to when your enthusiasm for practice fades? Taking refuge in the Buddha\, Dhamma\, and Sangha can focus our intentions and inspire our practice. The potential for awakening\, a clear path of training\, and ongoing support of the community are three classic and accessible jewels of the Dhamma. In this series we will contemplate the stabilizing influence of finding refuge in the wisdom and compassion of the Buddha\, the timeless teachings of the Dhamma\, and the courage and inspiration of the Sangha. \n\nAugust 27\, Awakening and the Buddha with Laura Lin\nSeptember 3\, Community and Sangha with Lama Surya Das\nSeptember 10\, Path of Training and the Dhamma with Sharon Allen\n\nSpeaker biographies and photos can be found 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/speaker-series-cultivating-concentration-2015-09-03/
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:20150903T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150903T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164331
CREATED:20141018T182544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173529Z
UID:10008544-1441306800-1441314000@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Sutta Study - Los Altos
DESCRIPTION:Numerical Discourses of the Buddha \nwith Shaila Catherine \nOur nine month Sutta Study Course on the Anguttara Nikaya meets in three locations to serve the local and online community. \nEnrollment has closed for 2015. Registration is now open for the next year’s group which will start in January 2016. \nSee the Sutta Study page for description and details of the course.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/sutta-study-los-altos/
LOCATION:Foothills Congregational Church – Fellowship Hall\, 461 Orange Ave\, Los Altos\, CA\, 94022\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Study
ORGANIZER;CN="Sutta Study Coordinator":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
GEO:37.3747689;-122.1170292
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150901T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150901T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164331
CREATED:20150618T015006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173513Z
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SUMMARY:Author Event with Lama Surya Das
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this inspirational event with Lama Surya Das\, a best selling author and dharma teacher! \nLama Surya Das will speak about his latest book Make Me One with Everything: Buddhist Meditations to Awaken from the Illusion of Separation \n“If you’ve ever felt ‘at one’ with something—your beloved or your child\, a forest trail or a favorite song\,” shares Lama Surya Das\, “then you’ve experienced inter-meditation.” \nWe’re used to thinking of meditation as a solitary activity that occurs solely in our own minds: by turning inward we strive to dissolve obstacles through self-inquiry and find peace through concentration\, contemplation\, and self-emptying. But inter-meditation (or co-meditation) is the other half of meditation: it’s inclusive and instead of getting rid of things we embrace people\, feelings\, and events. \nBased on Tibetan Buddhism’s core insights into the inherent essence of who we are\, the teachings of shared spirituality in Make Me One with Everything offer both novice and seasoned meditators a better way to live—not just on the meditation cushion or the yoga mat\, but in every moment of their lives. \n\n7:00 pm — Doors open. Books will be available for purchase.\n7:30 pm – 9:00 pm — Meditation and teaching.\nLama Surya Das will be available to sign book before and after the teaching.\n\nTeacher biographies can be found on our guest teacher page. \nEveryone is welcome. Chairs are provided. Bring a cushion and mat 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. \n 
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/author-event-with-lama-surya-das/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Guests and Series,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:20150901T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150901T192000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164331
CREATED:20140805T020420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150527T051522Z
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SUMMARY:Beginner's Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Event occurs the first Tuesday of every month\n6:30 pm – 7:20 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\, gives an orientation to Insight Meditation South Bay\, enhances introductory mindfulness meditation instructions and introduces a short dhamma teaching. In addition\, an introductory instruction is provided to Vipassana Practice (Insight Meditation). A beginner’s session is conducted the first Tuesday of the month immediately before the regular weekly sitting. Come for the introduction\, stay for the regular program\, and meet the members of Insight Meditation South Bay. \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-2015-08-04-2015-09-02/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, Edwards Hall\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View \, CA\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginners
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:20150827T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150827T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164331
CREATED:20141220T215919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173525Z
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SUMMARY:Speaker Series: Three Jewels
DESCRIPTION:The Three Jewels and Refuges \nWhere the mind rests with trust. \nWhat do you turn to when your enthusiasm for practice fades? Taking refuge in the Buddha\, Dhamma\, and Sangha can focus our intentions and inspire our practice. The potential for awakening\, a clear path of training\, and ongoing support of the community are three classic and accessible jewels of the Dhamma. In this series we will contemplate the stabilizing influence of finding refuge in the wisdom and compassion of the Buddha\, the timeless teachings of the Dhamma\, and the courage and inspiration of the Sangha. \n\nAugust 27\, Awakening and the Buddha with Laura Lin\nSeptember 3\, Community and Sangha with Lama Surya Das\nSeptember 10\, Path of Training and the Dhamma with Sharon Allen\n\nSpeaker biographies and photos can be found 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/speaker-series-cultivating-concentration/2015-08-27/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150820
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150821
DTSTAMP:20260406T164331
CREATED:20140907T032941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173533Z
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SUMMARY:Retreat 3 – Netherlands
DESCRIPTION:Intention and the Power of Thought\nwith Shaila Catherine. \nAugust 20 – 23\, 2015 \nIntention is a powerful force underlying experiences of both suffering and joy. Our intentions affect decision-making\, communications\, relationship dynamics\, psychological perspectives\, meditative development\, kammic tendencies\, and our moment-to-moment encounter with life. Intention determines our actions; intention affects what we will become. The Buddha’s teachings offer practical instructions for working with thought\, freeing the mind from patterns that perpetuate suffering\, and cultivating intentions that will lead to deep happiness. In this weekend retreat\, we will explore the practical and liberating teachings of the Buddha\, learning to use thought skillfully\, rather than be overwhelmed by opinions\, judgments\, or conditioned mental patterns. This insight meditation retreat is suitable for new and experienced practitioners. \nAll levels from beginners to advanced practitioners are welcome at this weekend retreat in Cadzand\, in the Netherlands.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/retreat-3-in-netherlands-with-shaila-catherine-intention-and-the-power-of-thought/
LOCATION:Netherlands\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Not an IMSB event,Retreats with Shaila
GEO:52.132633;5.291266
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150815T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150815T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164331
CREATED:20141205T000215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173526Z
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SUMMARY:Day Long in Saratoga: Presence with Sense-Doors—Meditation and Poetry
DESCRIPTION:Presence with the Sense Doors: A day of meditation and poetry \nwith Drew Oman and Jennifer Dungan \nThis daylong will include meditation and poetry reading to support contemplation on the conditioned arising of consciousness with seeing\, hearing\, tasting\, touching\, smelling and thinking. \nThis day-long program is appropriate for new and experienced meditators. \nThere will be a pot-luck community meal at 12:30; please bring a food dish to share. \nEveryone is welcome. Chairs are provided. Bring a cushion if you prefer to sit on the floor.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/daylong-with-guest-teacher/
LOCATION:Westhope Presbyterian Church\, 12850 Saratoga Ave\, Saratoga\, CA\, 95070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day-Long and Half Day,Featured Events,Guests and Series
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
GEO:37.2819775;-122.0012909
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150811
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150812
DTSTAMP:20260406T164331
CREATED:20140907T032631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173533Z
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SUMMARY:Retreat 2 – Netherlands
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness\, Concentration\, and Insight Meditation \nwith Shaila Catherine. \nAugust 11 – 18\, 2015 \nThe teachings on this week long retreat are structured to support a range of meditative interests including mindfulness of body\, investigation of mind\, deep concentration\, and insight contemplations. Guided by group or individual meetings with the teacher\, students may work with a variety of meditative approaches\, to progress in a manner and pace appropriate to their individual needs. A daily instruction session will introduce mindfulness with breathing as the initial concentration practice\, and systematically develop the skills that lead to the deep absorption states of jhana. Dhamma talks will explore a range of subjects to support the growth of wisdom and insight. This silent retreat is structured with alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation\, dhamma teachings\, question and answer sessions\, and teacher consultations. \nNote: This weeklong retreat in Naarden\, in the Netherlands is for experienced practitioners who have attended two or more previous silent retreats.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/retreat-2-in-netherlands-with-shaila-catherine-mindfulness-concentration-and-insight-meditation/
LOCATION:Netherlands\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Not an IMSB event,Retreats with Shaila
GEO:52.132633;5.291266
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150806T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150806T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164331
CREATED:20141116T172840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173527Z
UID:10008557-1438888500-1438894800@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Fundamental Buddhist Principles with special guest Bob Stahl
DESCRIPTION:A series for those curious about what the Buddha taught. \nBuddhist tradition offers a rich tradition of wisdom teachings\, many of which are remembered as lists. This series will focus on the philosophy\, principals\, practices\, and instructions that are fundamental to developing a meditative or Buddhist practice. It is intended as an introduction to Buddhism series\, with an emphasis on the primary teachings that guide meditators to a liberating understanding of the mind\, world\, and life. \n\nJuly 9 – ­Buddhism: A Brief Overview with Shaila Catherine\nJuly 16 – Noble Eightfold Path with Robert Cusick\nJuly 23 – ­Four Qualities that Protect Awakening with Shaila Catherine\nJuly 30 – Three Characteristics with Kim Allen\nAugust 6 – Three Poisons with Bob Stahl\nAugust 13 – ­Emptiness & Non-self with Renee Burgard\nAugust 20 – Community Practice: Sitting and walking meditation with Janet Taylor\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/fundamental-buddhist-principles-2015-08-06/
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.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150804T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150804T192000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164331
CREATED:20140818T020420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150527T013740Z
UID:10004877-1438713000-1438716000@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Beginner's Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Event occurs the first Tuesday of every month\n6:30 pm – 7:20 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\, gives an orientation to Insight Meditation South Bay\, enhances introductory mindfulness meditation instructions and introduces a short dhamma teaching. In addition\, an introductory instruction is provided to Vipassana Practice (Insight Meditation). A beginner’s session is conducted the first Tuesday of the month immediately before the regular weekly sitting. Come for the introduction\, stay for the regular program\, and meet the members of Insight Meditation South Bay. \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-2015-08-04-2015-08-02/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, Edwards Hall\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View \, CA\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginners
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
GEO:37.3726296;-122.0783279
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150802
DTSTAMP:20260406T164331
CREATED:20140907T032207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173533Z
UID:10004863-1438387200-1438473599@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Retreat 1 – Netherlands
DESCRIPTION:The Beautiful Mind: Teachings And Practices On The Five Spiritual Faculties. \nA week long retreat with Shaila Catherine. \nAugust 1 – 8\, 2015 \nThe Buddha stressed the importance of five spiritual faculties and powers: faith\, energy\, mindfulness\, concentration\, and wisdom. These faculties offer a complete structure for meditative development that culminates with final liberation. They are necessary features of meditative progress that can be undertaken as a sequential training or as a finely balanced system of wholesome forces. Teachings on this retreat will include the identification and nourishment of these five qualities in the context of mindfulness based meditation. \nThis silent retreat is structured with alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation\, dhamma teachings\, question and answer sessions\, and teacher consultations. \nAll levels from beginners to advanced practitioners are welcome.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/retreat-1-in-netherlands-with-shaila-catherine-the-beautiful-mind/
LOCATION:Netherlands\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Not an IMSB event,Retreats with Shaila
GEO:52.132633;5.291266
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150721T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150721T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164331
CREATED:20141011T060740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150123T162612Z
UID:10008534-1437507000-1437512400@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Speaker Series: Ethics\, Action\, and the Five Precepts
DESCRIPTION:This series will explore virtue as the indispensable foundation of Buddhist practice. The series is structured according to the five training precepts. These precepts are not rules to be obediently followed; they serve as guidelines for the intentional development of compassion\, mindfulness\, and wisdom. These five precepts offer us a joyful method to cultivate the heart\, nurture harmony in our relationships\, and free the mind from inner forces of greed and anger that if unrestrained might cause suffering for ourselves and others. \nJuly 21 — Path of Virtue—with Shaila Catherine\nJuly 28 — Precept #1: Refraining from Killing—with Shaila Catherine\nAugust 4 — Precept #2: Refraining from Stealing—with Tony Bernhard\nAugust 11 — Precept #3: Refraining from Sexual Misconduct—with Sharon Allen\nAugust 18 — Precept #4: Refraining from False Speech—with Steve Gasner\nAugust 25 — Precept #5: Refraining from Intoxication—with Jason Murphy \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/speaker-series-ethics-action-and-the-five-precepts/2015-07-21/
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
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:20150720T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150720T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164331
CREATED:20140819T185743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173534Z
UID:10008516-1437413400-1437420600@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Sutta Study - Online
DESCRIPTION:Numerical Discourses of the Buddha\, with Shaila Catherine \nOur nine month Sutta Study Course on the Anguttara Nikaya meets in three locations to serve the local and online community. \nSee the Sutta Study page for description and details of the course.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/online-sutta-study-2015-numerical-discourses-of-the-buddha-with-shaila-catherine-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Study,Online Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Sutta Study Coordinator":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150718T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150718T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164331
CREATED:20141204T235920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173526Z
UID:10008560-1437211800-1437238800@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Daylong in Saratoga: Energy Balance – Meditation and Qigong
DESCRIPTION:A day of meditation with Shaila Catherine and Tom Leichardt. \nThis day-long program will include two Qigong sessions (morning and afternoon) along with sitting and walking meditation. The focus will be developing skillful and balanced energy through movement and meditation. Medical Qigong is renowned for using the breath\, simple postures and movements to enhance mental focus\, calm the energies of mind and body\, and achieve greater health\, concentration\, and mental clarity. Qigong compliments mindfulness practices – both supporting clarity\, calm\, and balanced presence. \nInstruction for mindfulness meditation and Qi Gong will be included\, so this day of practice is appropriate for both beginning and experienced practitioners. Participants may substitute walking meditation for the Qi Gong sessions if they wish. \nThere will be a pot-luck community meal around 12:30; please bring a food dish to share. \nEveryone is welcome. Chairs are provided. Bring a cushion and mat if you prefer to sit on the floor; the floor is not carpeted.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/daylong-meditation-with-shaila-catherine/
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:20150717T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150717T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164331
CREATED:20140819T113607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173534Z
UID:10008513-1437127200-1437134400@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Sutta Study - Palo Alto
DESCRIPTION:Numerical Discourses of the Buddha\, with Shaila Catherine \nOur nine month Sutta Study Course on the Anguttara Nikaya meets in three locations to serve the local and online community. \nSee the Sutta Study page for description and details of the course.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/sutta-study-2015-numerical-discourses-of-the-buddha-with-shaila-catherine-palo-alto-group-2015-01-20-2015-06-19/
LOCATION:Palo Alto\, 3942 Duncan Place\, Palo Alto\, CA\, 94036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Study
ORGANIZER;CN="Sutta Study Coordinator":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
GEO:37.4163039;-122.112684
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Palo Alto 3942 Duncan Place Palo Alto CA 94036 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3942 Duncan Place:geo:-122.112684,37.4163039
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150716T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150716T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164331
CREATED:20140819T111033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173534Z
UID:10008502-1437073200-1437080400@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Sutta Study - Los Altos
DESCRIPTION:Numerical Discourses of the Buddha\, with Shaila Catherine \nOur nine month Sutta Study Course on the Anguttara Nikaya meets in three locations to serve the local and online community. \nSee the Sutta Study page for description and details of the course.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/sutta-study-2015-numerical-discourses-of-the-buddha-with-shaila-catherine-los-altos-group-2015-01-19-2015-07-15/
LOCATION:Foothills Congregational Church – Fellowship Hall\, 461 Orange Ave\, Los Altos\, CA\, 94022\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Study
ORGANIZER;CN="Sutta Study Coordinator":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
GEO:37.3747689;-122.1170292
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Foothills Congregational Church – Fellowship Hall 461 Orange Ave Los Altos CA 94022 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=461 Orange Ave:geo:-122.1170292,37.3747689
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150710
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150711
DTSTAMP:20260406T164331
CREATED:20141208T213442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173526Z
UID:10008565-1436486400-1436572799@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Online – Beautiful Mind: Registration opens
DESCRIPTION:The Beautiful Mind: Cultivating the Five Faculties \nJuly 17 – September 13: Registration period\nSeptember 18 – November 29: Course includes 6 content modules in approximately ten-day sections\, plus welcome and wrap up modules. \nThe cultivation of five faculties – faith\, energy\, mindfulness\, concentration\, and wisdom – produce a healthy and beautiful mind. These faculties offer a complete structure for meditative development and culminate with complete awakening. They are necessary features of meditative progress that can be undertaken as a sequential training or as a finely balanced system of wholesome forces. This fully online course will explore the five spiritual faculties\, their placement in Buddhist teachings\, and their cultivation in meditation. All levels of participants\, from beginning meditators to advanced practitioners are welcome. \nFor more information and registration details visit BodhiCourses.org
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/online-beautiful-mind-registration-opens/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Featured Events,Online Programs
ORGANIZER;CN="Bodhi Courses Online":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150709T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150709T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164331
CREATED:20141116T172840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173527Z
UID:10008556-1436469300-1436475600@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Fundamental Buddhist Principles
DESCRIPTION:A series for those curious about what the Buddha taught. \nBuddhist tradition offers a rich tradition of wisdom teachings\, many of which are remembered as lists. This series will focus on the philosophy\, principals\, practices\, and instructions that are fundamental to developing a meditative or Buddhist practice. It is intended as an introduction to Buddhism series\, with an emphasis on the primary teachings that guide meditators to a liberating understanding of the mind\, world\, and life. \n\nJuly 9 – ­Buddhism: A Brief Overview with Shaila Catherine\nJuly 16 – Noble Eightfold Path with Robert Cusick\nJuly 23 – ­Four Qualities that Protect Awakening with Shaila Catherine\nJuly 30 – Three Characteristics with Kim Allen\nAugust 6 – Three Poisons with Bob Stahl\nAugust 13 – ­Emptiness & Non-self with Renee Burgard\nAugust 20 – Community Practice: Sitting and walking meditation with Janet Taylor\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/fundamental-buddhist-principles/2015-07-09/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150707T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150707T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164331
CREATED:20140819T013735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150331T192719Z
UID:10008279-1436297400-1436302800@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Weekly Meditation and Talk with Shaila Catherine
DESCRIPTION:Insight Meditation South Bay meets every Tuesday evening for a sitting and Dhamma talk. The principal teacher is Shaila Catherine and guest speakers are featured regularly. See also weekly sitting.\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.</div>
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/weekly-sitting-and-dhamma-talk-2015-07-07/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, Edwards Hall\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View \, CA\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meditation
GEO:37.3726296;-122.0783279
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150707T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150707T192000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164331
CREATED:20140818T020420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150527T012250Z
UID:10004876-1436293800-1436296800@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Beginner's Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Event occurs the first Tuesday of every month\n6:30 pm – 7:20 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\, gives an orientation to Insight Meditation South Bay\, enhances introductory mindfulness meditation instructions and introduces a short dhamma teaching. In addition\, an introductory instruction is provided to Vipassana Practice (Insight Meditation). A beginner’s session is conducted the first Tuesday of the month immediately before the regular weekly sitting. Come for the introduction\, stay for the regular program\, and meet the members of Insight Meditation South Bay. \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-2015-08-04-2015-07-02/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, Edwards Hall\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View \, CA\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beginners
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:20150630T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150630T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164331
CREATED:20141018T200619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173528Z
UID:10008549-1435649400-1435698000@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Weekly Meditation – Guest Speaker – Misha Merrill
DESCRIPTION:Tonight’s guest speaker is Misha Merrill. \nInsight Meditation South Bay meets every Tuesday evening for a sitting and Dhamma talk. The principal teacher is Shaila Catherine and guest speakers are featured regularly. See also weekly sitting. \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-5/
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
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
GEO:37.3726296;-122.0783279
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church Edwards Hall 2094 Grant Road  Mountain View  CA 94040 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2094 Grant Road:geo:-122.0783279,37.3726296
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150625
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150706
DTSTAMP:20260406T164331
CREATED:20140907T023240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173534Z
UID:10004862-1435190400-1436140799@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Residential Retreat – Ben Lomond\, CA
DESCRIPTION:Clarity and Insight:  A 10-day insight meditation retreat with a focus on insight and the body\nwith Shaila Catherine and Bhante U Jagara. \nThursday\, June 25\, 2015 – Sunday\, July 5\, 2015. \nThe retreat begins with registration from 3:30-4:30 pm Thursday\, June 25\, and ends at 4:00 pm Sunday\, July 5. \nPartial attendance will be possible as space permits but must begin on June 25. \nThis retreat will encourage the cultivation of deep concentration and clear mindfulness as a support for liberating insight. Group instruction will emphasize mindfulness of the body and Four Elements meditations. Individual students may choose to emphasize concentration leading to jhana\, or develop the four elements meditation as their primary focus. One-to-one guidance will tailor the practices to meet the needs of individual students. \nThis silent retreat is structured with alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation\, dhamma teachings\, and teacher consultations. Experience with previous silent insight meditation retreats and permission from the teacher is required. \nTO REGISTER: Download and complete the QC2015 registration form and waiver\, enclose a non-refundable deposit of $250 (payable to Bodhi-Retreats)\, and mail to: \nKatrina Bergbauer\n225 Second Avenue\nDecatur\, GA 30030 \nREGISTRATION CLOSES JUNE 12 \nCOST: Rates for the full retreat include accommodation\, food\, and cooks service. Main meals will be catered by Talya’s Kitchen: \n\nSingle room sliding scale: $2500-1800\nDouble room sliding scale: $1750-1250\nDorm or camping sliding scale: $1200-800\nWork study option (likely dorm or double room accommodations): $650\n\nContact the retreat registrar for sliding scale rates for partial attendance. \nDANA: Compensation for the teacher is not included in the registration price. There will be an opportunity to offer donations to the teachers at the end of the retreat.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/clarity-and-insight-a-ten-day-insight-meditation-retreat-with-a-focus-on-insight-and-the-body-in-ben-lomond-ca-with-shaila-catherine-and-bhante-u-jagara/
LOCATION:Quaker Retreat Center\, 1000 Hubbard Gulch Rd.\, Ben Lomond\, CA\, 95005\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreats with Shaila
ORGANIZER;CN="Bodhi Retreats Registrar-1":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
GEO:37.0928998;-122.1131983
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Quaker Retreat Center 1000 Hubbard Gulch Rd. Ben Lomond CA 95005 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1000 Hubbard Gulch Rd.:geo:-122.1131983,37.0928998
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150623T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150623T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164331
CREATED:20140819T013735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150617T211123Z
UID:10008278-1435087800-1435093200@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Guest Speaker – Venerable U Jagara – Wise Attention 2
DESCRIPTION:Venerable U Jagara will be our guest speaker tonight.\nTopic: Wise Attention (part 2)\n\nInsight Meditation South Bay meets every Tuesday evening for a sitting and Dhamma talk. The principal teacher is Shaila Catherine and guest speakers are featured regularly. See also weekly sitting.\n\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-2015-06-23/
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
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:20150618T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150618T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T164331
CREATED:20140819T111033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173534Z
UID:10008500-1434654000-1434661200@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Sutta Study - Los Altos Group
DESCRIPTION:Numerical Discourses of the Buddha\, with Shaila Catherine \nOur nine month Sutta Study Course on the Anguttara Nikaya meets in three locations to serve the local and online community. \nSee the Sutta Study page for description and details of the course.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/sutta-study-2015-numerical-discourses-of-the-buddha-with-shaila-catherine-los-altos-group-2015-01-19/2015-06-18/
LOCATION:Foothills Congregational Church – Fellowship Hall\, 461 Orange Ave\, Los Altos\, CA\, 94022\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Study
ORGANIZER;CN="Sutta Study Coordinator":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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