Monthly Calendar
A monthly calendar of IMCN offerings. Click on the bodhi leaf to see the details for that day. No programs are being offered on days without bodhi leaves.
Thursday, April 1, 2021
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Online Introduction to Insight Meditation
5 Week Class Series (3/25-4/22) Registration Open
With Ted Jones
Prerequisite: Beginner
Insight meditation is a time tested method of mind training that enables us to change our relationship to each moment’s experience, and thus our lives. In this five week series we will systematically explore how to calm and steady the mind and see with more clarity into our lives. As we strengthen this capacity we begin to move from suffering and reactivity to responsiveness, freshness and ease. We learn to touch and live in the mindful moment.
The class will include sitting instructions and shared silent practice, as well as instruction and practice of walking and other forms of mindfulness practice designed for application in daily life. Although this series is designed for beginners, all are welcome and students may choose to repeat this series as new material will be introduced each time. The sessions will run from 7:00-8:30pm from 3/25-4/22. They will include sitting instructions and shared silent practice, as well as instruction and practice of walking and other forms of mindfulness practice.
Once you have registered for this class you will be sent a confirmation email, along with the Zoom link.
You must be registered for the entire series; there are no drop-in classes.
To pay by check or read our refund policy, click here.
Saturday, April 3, 2021
9:00 am to 12:30 pm
Wakeful Rest; An Online Half Day Retreat
With Matthew Daniell
Prerequisite: Ongoing Students
In meditation we often focus on the breath, the body, and the senses to maintain awareness in the present moment. What would it be like if we learned to emphasize the qualities that we bring into how we touch and return to our mindfulness practice, rather than the objects themselves. What would it be like if we learned to identify and become familiar with the qualities of wakefulness and rest that are natural outcomes of a wise relationship to our practice? We work very hard to walk the path of mindfulness, why not rest and enjoy natural wakefulness along the way in this half day zoom retreat. This retreat is appropriate for all who have at least some experience.
Registration is now closed for this offering.
Monday, April 5, 2021
7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Mindfulness "Living in the Time of Covid-19" Online Drop in Practice Sessions
With Matthew Daniell
These drop-in sessions are tailored for online practice. A 25-35 minute mindfulness meditation will be followed by individual sharing. Everyone will have a chance to talk about how they are working with being present to the realities of this unique and difficult time. Together, we have the opportunity here to create a much needed community of support, based on mindfulness and compassion. New and experienced meditators alike are welcome to attend.
On alternate weeks, Matthew will lead a Loving Kindness drop-in session. Together, these mindfulness and loving kindness sessions may support a skillful balance in our ‘stay at home’ practice.
If you have Zoom, click on the link below just before class to join.
Join Zoom Meeting - Video Link
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82847776617?pwd=ZldoUE9EOUYxSjhxOXJxUE9sSW9rQT09
OR
Go to Zoom.us and click on Join a Meeting - type in Meeting ID: 828 4777 6617
Password: 365026
OR join by phone:
Dial by your location
+1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown)
+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
+1 929 205 6099 US (New York)
+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)
+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)
With this Meeting ID: 828 4777 6617
Tuesday, April 6, 2021
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Practice Oriented Book Group
(An Online Six Week Series 4/6-6/15)
Our next book for the Practice Oriented Book Group is The Buddhist Path to Simplicity, Spiritual Practice for Everyday Life, by Christina Feldman.
In this book, Feldman shows how to achieve harmony and balance amidst the stresses and complexity of our daily lives. She addresses subjects of compassion, speech, effort, intention, mindfulness and awakening. The path to peace, she suggests, is not necessarily complex or arduous. She encourages us to simply turn our attention to this moment, knowing that it will speak to us of wonder, mystery, harmony and peace.
The group will meet for 6 sessions on Zoom: April 6 and 20, May 4 & 18, June 1 & 15. Group size limited to 15. You must be registered for the entire series; there are no drop-ins.
Registration is now closed for this offering. The group is full.
Wednesday, April 7, 2021
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Classical Teachings of the Buddha for Daily Living
(12 Week Online Class 3/31-6/16) Registration Open
With Matthew Daniell
Prerequisite: Ongoing Students
In this 12-week series, each week we will be emailed a teaching of the Buddha’s, taken from short traditional teachings (or suttas). These will be presented to follow a traditional progression of ethics, concentration, and wisdom. We will be asked to reflect upon and apply each teaching to our formal practice, and daily lives during the week. We will then come together in a supportive community each Wednesday evening (on Zoom) for shared practice, the receiving of teachings, and time for reflection, and discussion.
You must be pre-registered to attend. Once you are registered, you will receive a confirmation email, along with the Zoom link.
This is a 12 week class series that runs from 3/31-6/16. There are no drop-in classes.
Pre-requisite: This class is designed for ongoing students who have completed an entire 'Intro to Meditation' series, or have at least two years of a regular Insight Meditation sitting meditation practice or permission from the instructor.
To pay by check or read our refund policy, click here.
Thursday, April 8, 2021
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Online Introduction to Insight Meditation
5 Week Class Series (3/25-4/22)
With Ted Jones
Prerequisite: Beginner
Insight meditation is a time tested method of mind training that enables us to change our relationship to each moment’s experience, and thus our lives. In this five week series we will systematically explore how to calm and steady the mind and see with more clarity into our lives. As we strengthen this capacity we begin to move from suffering and reactivity to responsiveness, freshness and ease. We learn to touch and live in the mindful moment.
The class will include sitting instructions and shared silent practice, as well as instruction and practice of walking and other forms of mindfulness practice designed for application in daily life. Although this series is designed for beginners, all are welcome and students may choose to repeat this series as new material will be introduced each time. The sessions will run from 7:00-8:30pm from 3/25-4/22. They will include sitting instructions and shared silent practice, as well as instruction and practice of walking and other forms of mindfulness practice.
You must be registered for the entire series; there are no drop-in classes.
Friday, April 9, 2021
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Seven Ingredients of Awakening: The Power of Investigation
An Online Talk
With Rebecca Bradshaw
In our spiritual journey, seven ingredients are considered essential for the development of the awakened heart and mind. These factors are mindfulness, investigation, energy, joyous interest, tranquility, concentration, and equanimity. These qualities are both the fuel for our journey and the fruits of our practice. Together they balance the heart and mind and prime them for the deepest kind of happiness.
This month we explore the power of investigation. Using the jewel of mindfulness, we move closer to and more intimate with our experiences of mind heart and body. As we investigate in our own experience the essential truths of this life, we see and understand more clearly “the way things are,” how we create suffering, and how we free the mind and heart.
Friday evening will include meditation, a dharma talk on the second factor of awakening, investigation: what it is and how to strengthen it in our practice. There will also be time for questions and answers.
Saturday morning will include meditation practice with specific guidance on investigation, a dharma talk about what we learn about the nature of reality through the power of investigation, and time for discussion.
Registration for this offering will close at 6:30pm on April 9th.
Saturday, April 10, 2021
9:00 am to 12:30 pm
Seven Ingredients of Awakening: The Power of Investigation
An Online Half-Day Retreat
With Rebecca Bradshaw
In our spiritual journey, seven ingredients are considered essential for the development of the awakened heart and mind. These factors are mindfulness, investigation, energy, joyous interest, tranquility, concentration, and equanimity. These qualities are both the fuel for our journey and the fruits of our practice. Together they balance the heart and mind and prime them for the deepest kind of happiness.
This month we explore the power of investigation. Using the jewel of mindfulness, we move closer to and more intimate with our experiences of mind heart and body. As we investigate in our own experience the essential truths of this life, we see and understand more clearly “the way things are,” how we create suffering, and how we free the mind and heart.
Friday evening will include meditation, a dharma talk on the second factor of awakening, investigation: what it is and how to strengthen it in our practice. There will also be time for questions and answers.
Saturday morning will include meditation practice with specific guidance on investigation, a dharma talk about what we learn about the nature of reality through the power of investigation, and time for discussion.
Registration for this offering will close at 8:30am on April 10th.
Below, you may register for all options to Rebecca's half day online retreat.
1. The Friday evening program (7-8:30pm) will feature a sitting, dharma talk, and Q & A.
2. The Half Day Saturday Online Retreat only.
3. Or you can register for Friday and Saturday both via the combo option.
Once you have registered, you will receive a confirmation email, along with the Zoom link.
To pay by check or read our refund policy, click here.
Wednesday, April 14, 2021
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Classical Teachings of the Buddha for Daily Living
(12 Week Online Class)
With Matthew Daniell
Prerequisite: Ongoing Students
In this 12-week series, each week we will be emailed a teaching of the Buddha’s, taken from short traditional teachings (or suttas). These will be presented to follow a traditional progression of ethics, concentration, and wisdom. We will be asked to reflect upon and apply each teaching to our formal practice, and daily lives during the week. We will then come together in a supportive community each Wednesday evening (on Zoom) for shared practice, the receiving of teachings, and time for reflection, and discussion.
Registration is closed for this class that runs from 3/31-6/16. There are no drop-in classes.
Thursday, April 15, 2021
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Online Introduction to Insight Meditation
5 Week Class Series (3/25-4/22)
With Ted Jones
Prerequisite: Beginner
Insight meditation is a time tested method of mind training that enables us to change our relationship to each moment’s experience, and thus our lives. In this five week series we will systematically explore how to calm and steady the mind and see with more clarity into our lives. As we strengthen this capacity we begin to move from suffering and reactivity to responsiveness, freshness and ease. We learn to touch and live in the mindful moment.
The class will include sitting instructions and shared silent practice, as well as instruction and practice of walking and other forms of mindfulness practice designed for application in daily life. Although this series is designed for beginners, all are welcome and students may choose to repeat this series as new material will be introduced each time. The sessions will run from 7:00-8:30pm from 3/25-4/22. They will include sitting instructions and shared silent practice, as well as instruction and practice of walking and other forms of mindfulness practice.
You must be registered for the entire series; there are no drop-in classes.
Saturday, April 17, 2021
10:00 am to 12:30 pm
Awakening to the Present Moment: An Online Retreat for Beginning and Newer Students
With Ted Jones
Prerequisite: Beginner
Insight meditation is a time-tested method of mind training that enables us to change our relationship to each moment’s experience, and thus our lives. In this online retreat, specially designed for beginners and those with limited meditation experience, we will systematically explore (through sitting and walking meditation periods, teachings, and discussion) how to calm and steady the mind and see more clearly. As we strengthen this capacity we begin to move from suffering and reactivity to responsiveness, freshness and ease. We learn how to touch and live in the mindful moment.
Once you have registered for this retreat, you will receive a confirmation email, along with the Zoom link.
To pay by check or read our refund policy, click here.
Monday, April 19, 2021
7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Loving Kindness "Living in the Time of Covid-19" Online Drop in Practice Sessions
With Matthew Daniell
These drop-in sessions are tailored for online practice. A 25-35 minute loving kindness meditation will be followed by individual sharing. Everyone will have a chance to talk about how they are working with intentions of goodwill (metta or loving kindness), as well as bringing mindfulness to the realities of this unique and difficult time. Together, we have the opportunity here to create a much needed community of support, based on mindfulness and compassion. New and experienced meditators alike are welcome to attend.
On alternate weeks, Matthew will lead a Mindfulness drop-in session. Together, these mindfulness and loving kindness sessions may support a skillful balance in our ‘stay at home’ practice.
If you have Zoom, click on the link below just before class to join.
Join Zoom Meeting - Video Link
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82847776617?pwd=ZldoUE9EOUYxSjhxOXJxUE9sSW9rQT09
OR
Go to Zoom.us and click on Join a Meeting - type in Meeting ID: 828 4777 6617
Password: 365026
OR join by phone:
Dial by your location
+1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown)
+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
+1 929 205 6099 US (New York)
+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)
+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)
With this Meeting ID: 828 4777 6617
Tuesday, April 20, 2021
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Practice Oriented Book Group
(An Online Six Week Series 4/6-6/15)
Our next book for the Practice Oriented Book Group is The Buddhist Path to Simplicity, Spiritual Practice for Everyday Life, by Christina Feldman.
In this book, Feldman shows how to achieve harmony and balance amidst the stresses and complexity of our daily lives. She addresses subjects of compassion, speech, effort, intention, mindfulness and awakening. The path to peace, she suggests, is not necessarily complex or arduous. She encourages us to simply turn our attention to this moment, knowing that it will speak to us of wonder, mystery, harmony and peace.
The group will meet for 6 sessions on Zoom: April 6 and 20, May 4 & 18, June 1 & 15. You must be registered for the entire series; there are no drop-ins.
Registration is now closed.
Wednesday, April 21, 2021
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Classical Teachings of the Buddha for Daily Living
(12 Week Online Class)
With Matthew Daniell
Prerequisite: Ongoing Students
In this 12-week series, each week we will be emailed a teaching of the Buddha’s, taken from short traditional teachings (or suttas). These will be presented to follow a traditional progression of ethics, concentration, and wisdom. We will be asked to reflect upon and apply each teaching to our formal practice, and daily lives during the week. We will then come together in a supportive community each Wednesday evening (on Zoom) for shared practice, the receiving of teachings, and time for reflection, and discussion.
Registration is closed for this class that runs from 3/31-6/16. There are no drop-in classes.
Thursday, April 22, 2021
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Online Introduction to Insight Meditation
5 Week Class Series (3/25-4/22)
With Ted Jones
Prerequisite: Beginner
Insight meditation is a time tested method of mind training that enables us to change our relationship to each moment’s experience, and thus our lives. In this five week series we will systematically explore how to calm and steady the mind and see with more clarity into our lives. As we strengthen this capacity we begin to move from suffering and reactivity to responsiveness, freshness and ease. We learn to touch and live in the mindful moment.
The class will include sitting instructions and shared silent practice, as well as instruction and practice of walking and other forms of mindfulness practice designed for application in daily life. Although this series is designed for beginners, all are welcome and students may choose to repeat this series as new material will be introduced each time. The sessions will run from 7:00-8:30pm from 3/25-4/22. They will include sitting instructions and shared silent practice, as well as instruction and practice of walking and other forms of mindfulness practice.
You must be registered for the entire series; there are no drop-in classes.
Sunday, April 25, 2021
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Becoming Congruent; an Online Retreat
(with Half Day option)
With Chas DiCapua
The Buddha taught that the cause of suffering is craving. Craving for things to be different than they are. More of this, less of that. Hang on to this, get rid of that. Because we live in a world where things change, and do so out of our control, the demanding that things be a certain way can only lead to stress, agitation, and frustration.
Luckily there is a way out of this cycle of suffering, and that is by learning to be patient, tolerant and equanamous with the way things are. When we can be congruent with how things are, there is a lack of resistance, and therefore a lack of suffering.
During this retreat we will practice Citta Nupassana or mindfulness of mind. Noticing what is arising at any given moment, and more importantly, noticing how we are relating to it. With reactivity or with equanimity? The idea is to see for ourselves, in our own experience, that resistance to what is present is a suffering state, and being accepting of what is present is a non-suffering state.
Once you have registered for this offering, you will be sent a confirmation email, along with the Zoom link.
There is a half day option for this retreat that will run from 9am-1:30pm. You may register below for this.
To pay by check or read our refund policy, click here.
Wednesday, April 28, 2021
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Classical Teachings of the Buddha for Daily Living
(12 Week Online Class)
With Matthew Daniell
Prerequisite: Ongoing Students
In this 12-week series, each week we will be emailed a teaching of the Buddha’s, taken from short traditional teachings (or suttas). These will be presented to follow a traditional progression of ethics, concentration, and wisdom. We will be asked to reflect upon and apply each teaching to our formal practice, and daily lives during the week. We will then come together in a supportive community each Wednesday evening (on Zoom) for shared practice, the receiving of teachings, and time for reflection, and discussion.
Registration is closed for this class that runs from 3/31-6/16. There are no drop-in classes.