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SUMMARY:No meeting tonight
DESCRIPTION:IMSB will not meet tonight due to the holidays. Our regular weekly schedule will resume next week. Happy New Year!
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/no-meeting-tonight/
LOCATION:Westhope Presbyterian Church\, 12850 Saratoga Ave\, Saratoga\, CA\, 95070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meditation
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151229T210000
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SUMMARY:Old Endings – New Beginnings with Sharon Allen
DESCRIPTION:Old Endings – New Beginnings with Sharon Allen\nAs the end of the year draws near\, we can use the last group practice night together as a way to intentionally let go of past events and experiences and open to the unknown that is yet to come. Through meditation\, teachings from the suttas\, and reflection\, we set in place our intentions for the new year. \nThe Buddha gave us a lovely teaching on what to consider in this regard with Present Welfare\, Future Welfare (AN 8:54). “There are\, Byagghapajja\, four things that lead to the welfare and happiness of a family man in this very life…..The accomplishment of persistent effort…..of protection\, good friendship\, and balanced living.” Let’s explore individually and collectively where this teaching takes us. \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-2015-12-29/
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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20151227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160103
DTSTAMP:20260413T075418
CREATED:20150109T033016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173525Z
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SUMMARY:Retreat: New Year's in Texas
DESCRIPTION:A 6 night retreat with Shaila Catherine \nMindful Investigation \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. Specific instructions for examining the mind feature prominently in the core teachings of Satipatthana\, and many early Buddhist discourses. This insight meditation retreat will explore the fourth foundation of mindfulness with an emphasis on meditative investigation. We will examine the quality of our minds\, and come to understand how we might meet life’s experiences free from suffering.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/retreat-new-years-in-texas/
LOCATION:Margaret Austin Retreat Center\, 6650 County Road 117\, Chappell Hill\, TX\, 77426\, United States
CATEGORIES:Not an IMSB event,Retreats with Shaila
ORGANIZER;CN="Kathey at Mariposa Sangha":MAILTO:Click the link under organizer.
GEO:30.1163989;-96.2119961
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20151224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20151225
DTSTAMP:20260413T075418
CREATED:20141213T074711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141213T074711Z
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SUMMARY:No meeting tonight
DESCRIPTION:IMSB will not meet tonight due to the holidays. Our regular weekly schedule will resume in two weeks. Merry Christmas wishes for all.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/no-meeting-tonight-3/
LOCATION:Westhope Presbyterian Church\, 12850 Saratoga Ave\, Saratoga\, CA\, 95070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Weekly Meditation
ORGANIZER;CN="IMSB contact":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151212T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151212T170000
DTSTAMP:20260413T075418
CREATED:20140907T045156Z
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SUMMARY:Daylong in Saratoga: Core Insight Questions
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 explore the three characteristics (impermanence\, unsatisfactoriness\, and not-self) which lie at the heart of insight meditation practices. Our guide will be the precious instructions that the Buddha gave to his son Rahula. These instructions propose a series of simple questions that can clarify the nature of experience. \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 if you prefer to sit on the floor.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/day-long-with-shaila-catherine-3/
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.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151201T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151201T192000
DTSTAMP:20260413T075418
CREATED:20140818T020420Z
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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-2015-08-04-2015-12-02/
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:20151126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20151127
DTSTAMP:20260413T075418
CREATED:20141213T074522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141213T074522Z
UID:10008567-1448496000-1448582399@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:No meeting tonight
DESCRIPTION:IMSB will not meet tonight due to the holidays. Our regular weekly schedule will resume next week. Happy Thanksgiving wishes for all.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/no-meeting-tonight-2/
LOCATION:Westhope Presbyterian Church\, 12850 Saratoga Ave\, Saratoga\, CA\, 95070\, United States
CATEGORIES: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:20151123T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151123T193000
DTSTAMP:20260413T075418
CREATED:20141018T182102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173532Z
UID:10008540-1448299800-1448307000@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Sutta Study - Online
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/online-sutta-study-2015-numerical-discourses-of-the-buddha-with-shaila-catherine-3-2015-11-26/
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:20151121T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151121T170000
DTSTAMP:20260413T075418
CREATED:20140907T043434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173533Z
UID:10008526-1448098200-1448125200@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:DayLong in Los Altos: Critical Reflection and the Kalama Sutta
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. \n\nToday’s program will explore two famous discourses\, the Kalama Sutta and the Salha Sutta. These teachings are often quoted to encourage critical assessment and reflection before determining the veracity of practices. \n\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 if you prefer to sit on the floor.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/day-long-with-shaila-catherine-2/
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.
GEO:37.3747689;-122.1170292
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151120T120000
DTSTAMP:20260413T075418
CREATED:20141018T182411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173531Z
UID:10008543-1448013600-1448020800@www.imsb.org
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-2015-11-16/2015-11-20/
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:20151119T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151119T210000
DTSTAMP:20260413T075418
CREATED:20141018T182544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173531Z
UID:10008546-1447959600-1447966800@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-2015-11-15/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151117T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151117T210000
DTSTAMP:20260413T075418
CREATED:20150204T005510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173524Z
UID:10008579-1447788600-1447794000@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Series: Concentration
DESCRIPTION:A six week series with Shaila Catherine \nThis series will introduce five factors that intensify concentration and support the deeply blissful states of meditative absorption\, called jhana. We will examine the powerful role that right concentration plays in the path of awakening\, and discover ways to strengthen our capacity to focus attention. \n\nNovember 17 – Cultivating Five Factors that Support Concentration\nNovember 24 – Applied Attention\nDecember 1 – Sustained Attention\nDecember 8 – Joyous Interest and Rapture\nDecember 15 – Pleasure\, Happiness\, and Contentment\nDecember 22 – A Focused and Unified Mind\n\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/concentration/2015-11-17/
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:20151110T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151110T210000
DTSTAMP:20260413T075418
CREATED:20140907T035500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173533Z
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SUMMARY:Guest speaker - Daniel Bowling - Listening as Spiritual Practice
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Listening as Spiritual Practice\nInsight Meditation South Bay offers 2 weekly sitting groups. Every Tuesday evening we meet for a sitting and Dhamma talk in Mountain View\, and every Thursday evening we meet for a sitting and Dhamma talk in Saratoga. The principal teacher is Shaila Catherine and unless otherwise indicated the Tuesday evening program will be lead by Shaila. Guest speakers are featured regularly. \nSee also weekly sitting. \nRead teacher biographies on our Teacher’s 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.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/weekly-sitting-and-dharma-talk-2015-11-10/
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
GEO:37.3726296;-122.0783279
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20151105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20151116
DTSTAMP:20260413T075418
CREATED:20140907T041122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173533Z
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SUMMARY:Residential Retreat—Santa Rosa\, CA
DESCRIPTION:Registration Ends Sunday October 25!\nMindfulness\, Concentration\, and Insight Meditation.\nA 10-day meditation retreat\nwith Shaila Catherine and Ann Dillon. \nThursday\, November 5\, 2015 – Sunday\, November 15\, 2015. \nThe retreat begins with registration at 1:00 pm on Thursday\, November 5; it ends at 11:30 am on Sunday\, November 15. Early arrivals can be arranged for Wednesday November 4. \nPartial attendance can be arranged\, but it must begin on the first day of the retreat. \nThe teachings on this retreat will be structured to support the development of concentration\, mindfulness\, and insight using the breath as the primary meditative object. Guided by group and 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. The daily morning instruction session will introduce mindfulness with breathing as a concentration practice and will 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. \nWith single rooms for everyone\, the facilities can support a range of practice approaches. This retreat may emphasize the cultivation of concentration\, but it is flexible enough to nurture a broad development of practices that are appropriate to the individual meditator. Students who are not inclined toward concentration or jhana may choose to emphasize mindfulness\, insight\, and loving kindness practices. As the retreat progresses\, some students may practice mindfulness of the body to enhance calm and presence; some students may intensify concentration to unify consciousness through the deep absorptions called jhana; some students may cultivate loving kindness and open the heart to the precious fragility of life; and other students may nurture insight into the functioning of perception and the nature of mind. \nTO REGISTER: Download and complete the AC2015 registration and waiver forms\, enclose a non-refundable deposit of $250 (payable to Bodhi-Retreats)\, and mail to: \nKatrina Bergbauer\n225 Second Avenue\nDecatur\, GA 30030 \nThis retreat is designed for experienced students. Previous retreat experience in the insight meditation tradition is required\, with a minimum of at least one week-long silent residential retreat. If you have less than one week-long silent retreat experience\, your attendance requires approval from the teacher(s). \nThe retreat facility is handicapped accessible. Accommodations are all single rooms. \nCost: 10 nights with single accommodation is $1800 – $950 sliding scale\, plus a donation to the teachers at the end of retreat. The estimated actual per-person cost for this retreat (if we used a fixed rate) is $1400. By selecting an amount above $1400\, your generosity supports those who need to select a lower rate to attend the retreat. This sliding scale will allow scholarship needs to be handled by self-selecting an amount lower than $1400. \nIn addition\, two or three people may register for a work-study retreat. These service roles have a registration fee of $675 and involve 3-4 hours of work per day (mostly kitchen work\, grocery shopping in advance of the retreat\, or managing yogi jobs). One service role for an experienced cook or kitchen manager may be available with no retreat fees. \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. \nCo-Sponsored by Bodhi-Retreats and Insight Meditation South Bay
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/mindfulness-concentration-and-insight-meditation-a-10-day-meditation-retreat-in-santa-rosa-ca-with-shaila-catherine-and-ann-dillon/
LOCATION:Angela Retreat Center\, 535 Angela Dr.\, Santa Rosa\, CA\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreats with Shaila
ORGANIZER;CN="Bodhi Retreats Registrar-1":MAILTO:Click on link under Organizer.
GEO:38.4951071;-122.7401357
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151103T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151103T210000
DTSTAMP:20260413T075418
CREATED:20140907T035500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173533Z
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SUMMARY:Guest Speaker: Ann Dillon - Protecting Oneself and Others
DESCRIPTION:Tonight’s guest speaker is Ann Dillon.\nTopic: Protecting Oneself and Others\nRead teacher biographies on our Teacher’s Page. \n\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-2015-11-03/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151103T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151103T192000
DTSTAMP:20260413T075418
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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-2015-08-04-2015-11-02/
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.
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151027T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151027T210000
DTSTAMP:20260413T075418
CREATED:20140907T035500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173533Z
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SUMMARY:Staircase to Liberation - a special event with Bhikkhu Bodhi
DESCRIPTION:Staircase to Liberation with Bhikkhu Bodhi\nThis evening program will consist of meditation and a talk exploring the Buddha’s teachings on Transcendental Dependent Arising (Samyutta Nikaya 12:23).  \nYou can find his biography on our guest teacher page. \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-2015-10-27/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Church\, Sanctuary Building\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View \, CA\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dhamma Study,Featured Events,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:20151019T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151019T193000
DTSTAMP:20260413T075418
CREATED:20141018T182102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173532Z
UID:10008539-1445275800-1445283000@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Sutta Study - Online
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/online-sutta-study-2015-numerical-discourses-of-the-buddha-with-shaila-catherine-3-2015-10-26/
LOCATION:Online
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:20151017T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151017T170000
DTSTAMP:20260413T075418
CREATED:20141018T204945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173528Z
UID:10008550-1445074200-1445101200@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Daylong in Saratoga: Investigating Hindrances
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 introduce a five-part scheme for investigating the hindrances and understanding their causes. The teaching is inspired by instructions in the Satipatthana Sutta for working with the fourth establishment for mindfulness. \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 if you prefer to sit on the floor.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/day-long-with-shaila-catherine-4/
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:20151016T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151016T120000
DTSTAMP:20260413T075418
CREATED:20141018T182411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173531Z
UID:10008542-1444989600-1444996800@www.imsb.org
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-2015-10-16/
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
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=3942 Duncan Pl. 3942 Duncan Pl. Palo Alto CA 94036;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3942 Duncan Pl.:geo:-122.112684,37.4163039
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151015T191500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151015T210000
DTSTAMP:20260413T075418
CREATED:20141220T215404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173526Z
UID:10008569-1444936500-1444942800@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Speaker Series: Eight-fold Path
DESCRIPTION:The Eight-Fold Path of Awakening  \nLiving with clarity and peace \nThis series will explore the Noble Eight-fold Path as a liberating practice. The Eight-fold Path is among the most practical and powerful core teachings of the Buddha. It offers practitioners a comprehensive approach for training the mind in the context of meditation\, action\, relationship\, and life. \nOctober 15 – Right Speech with Chris Clifford \nOctober 22 – Right Intention with Shaila Catherine \nOctober 29 – Right Effort with Sharon Allen \nNovember 5 – Right View with Lisa Dale-Miller \nNovember 12 – Right Mindfulness with Dawn Neal \nNovember 19 – Right Action with Angie Boissevain \nNo meeting on Thanksgiving Day \nDecember 3 – Right Livelihood with Ines Freedman \nDecember 10 – Right Concentration with Shaila Catherine \nDecember 17 – Community Practice with Shaila Catherine \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/speaker-series-eight-fold-path/2015-10-15/
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:20151015T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151015T210000
DTSTAMP:20260413T075418
CREATED:20141018T182544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173529Z
UID:10008545-1444935600-1444942800@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-2015-10-15/
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151013T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151013T210000
DTSTAMP:20260413T075418
CREATED:20140907T035500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173533Z
UID:10008517-1444764600-1444770000@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Guest speaker - Ron Purser - Exploring Nondual Mindfulness
DESCRIPTION:This week’s guest teacher is Ron Purser.\nHis topic is: Exploring Nondual Mindfulness\nYou can find his biography on our guest teacher page. \nInsight Meditation South Bay meets every Tuesday evening for a sitting and Dhamma talk. See 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-2015-10-13/
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:20151011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151011T170000
DTSTAMP:20260413T075418
CREATED:20150825T195927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173510Z
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SUMMARY:Day-long near Indianapolis\, Indiana
DESCRIPTION:Intention and the Power of Thought\nA day of meditation with Shaila Catherine \nThe 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 daylong program\, 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. \nRegistration Fee: \n$50 in advance\, $60 at the door. No refunds except if organizers cancel the event. There are two financial-need scholarships remembering Walt Bush\, a $10 discount for students and seniors. Fee does not include dana for the teacher. It includes facility rental and will help pay for the teacher’s transportation costs. \nPre-Registration is recommended. Mail your contact information (full name\, address\, email\, and phone number) and check made out to Cindy Brown to her address: 8865 Westfield Blvd\, Indianapolis\, Indiana\, 46240 \nYour place in the retreat is not secured until your payment is received. Please send your registration as soon as you decide to attend. Maximum attendees is 35. \nPre-paid vegetarian lunch at Benedict Inn cafeteria is available for those with no dietary restrictions. This is available only if we receive your additional $10 by September 24\, 2015. If not received by then or you pay at the door\, please bring your own vegetarian or vegan lunch. Bottled water will be available if needed. \nOn the Day of the Retreat: \nRegistration will start at 9:15 AM. Participants are encouraged to come early and enjoy the grounds at Benedict Inn. Sitting will be in chairs but feel free to bring your cushion if you prefer to sit on the floor. \nDana for the teacher is encouraged. In the Buddhist tradition\, the teachings are given freely because they are considered priceless. One of the easiest forms of Dana to practice is in the form of monetary donation. Dana is not payment for goods or services rendered; it is given from the heart. Your generosity is a gift that supports not just the teachers\, but also the Sangha\, the larger Dharma community\, and your own practice. \nRegister through the Indianapolis Buddhist Meditation Retreat’s MeetUp site.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/day-long-near-indianapolis-indiana/
LOCATION:Benedict Inn\, 1402 Southern Avenue\, Beech Grove\, IN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Day-Long and Half Day,Not an IMSB event,Retreats with Shaila
ORGANIZER;CN="Indianapolis Buddhist Meditation Retreats":MAILTO:Click the link under organizer.
GEO:39.7314379;-86.0979404
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Benedict Inn 1402 Southern Avenue Beech Grove IN United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1402 Southern Avenue:geo:-86.0979404,39.7314379
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151010T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151010T163000
DTSTAMP:20260413T075418
CREATED:20150827T131335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150912T033307Z
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SUMMARY:Daylong in Lafayette\, Indiana
DESCRIPTION:Concentration and the Focused Mind\nThis day-long retreat will emphasize the cultivation of concentration by using the breath as the primary meditation object. The practice will encourage a relaxed\, skilled\, and calm attention\, cultivated through sitting and walking meditation\, and applicable to daily life. The teachings will nurture tranquility\, introduce the blissful absorption states called jhana\, and explore the vital role that concentration plays in the development of the mind. This program is appropriate for both new and experienced meditation practitioners. \nFor more information and registration details visit the West Lafayette Buddhism Study Group’s MeetUp Site: https://www.meetup.com/west-lafayette-buddhist-study/events/224123822/
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/daylong-in-lafayette-indiana/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Day-Long and Half Day,Not an IMSB event,Retreats with Shaila
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151006T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151006T210000
DTSTAMP:20260413T075418
CREATED:20140907T035500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150929T081756Z
UID:10008522-1444159800-1444165200@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Ways to Awaken – with Shaila Catherine
DESCRIPTION:This mini two part series will explore the variety of ways that awakening occurred in the days of the Buddha. Reflecting on various approaches to awakening\, and inspired by the example of early Buddhists who have awakened\, we might value a wider range of practices. There are many ways to liberate the mind and heart! \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-2015-09-22-2015-09-29/
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:20151006T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151006T210000
DTSTAMP:20260413T075418
CREATED:20140907T035500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150618T015406Z
UID:10004872-1444159800-1444165200@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Weekly Sitting & Dhamma 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 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-2015-10-06/2015-10-06/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151006T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151006T192000
DTSTAMP:20260413T075418
CREATED:20140818T020420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150527T013934Z
UID:10004878-1444156200-1444159200@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-2015-08-04-2015-10-02/
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
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150929T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150929T210000
DTSTAMP:20260413T075418
CREATED:20150929T082012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173510Z
UID:10008663-1443555000-1443560400@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Reflections on Death in Memory of Merridy Galloway
DESCRIPTION:The previously announced topic for tonights dhamma talk “Ways to Awaken” has been postponed until next week.  \nTonight we will gather as a community to reflect upon the inevitability of death\, and to remember our sangha member\, Merridy Galloway\, who passed away in her home in Palo Alto this past weekend. \n7:30 – 8:00 Meditation\n8:00 – 8:10 Break and Announcements\n8:10 – 9:00 Reflections and Sharing
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/reflections-on-death-in-memory-of-merridy-galloway/
LOCATION:St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church\, 2094 Grant Road \, Mountain View\, 94040\, United States
CATEGORIES: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 2094 Grant Road  Mountain View 94040 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2094 Grant Road:geo:-122.0783279,37.3726296
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150928
DTSTAMP:20260413T075418
CREATED:20140907T040736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170216T173533Z
UID:10008524-1443225600-1443398399@www.imsb.org
SUMMARY:Two Daylongs - Minden\, NV (near Reno)
DESCRIPTION:Two Daylong Meditation Events in Nevada with Shaila Catherine. \nSaturday 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM: Liberating Attitudes \nThis program will explore liberation from the perspective of the attitudes and approaches that support the experience of release\, peace\, and awakening. The day will include instructions and dhamma teachings to nurture the development of mindfulness and loving kindness. This program is appropriate for new and experienced meditators. \nSunday 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM: The Object of Attention \nWhat are you mindful of? What do you meditate upon? This daylong program will explore the nature of the object in meditation. We will examine the meditation objects\, and how we hold them\, in order to strengthen both concentration and insight.
URL:https://www.imsb.org/event/two-daylong-meditation-events-in-carson-city-nv-with-shaila-catherine/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Day-Long and Half Day,Retreats with Shaila
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