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SUMMARY:Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation Class Series for People of Color
DESCRIPTION:with Carol Cano \nFor Self Identified People of Color \nMindfulness-based meditation is not a religious code as much as it is a social psychology that supports experiences of well-being. -Ruth King (Author of Mindful Race) \nThis four-week course will introduce you to secular mindfulness meditation. We will get a brief overview of the historically background and the fundamentals of how to start a mindfulness meditation practice. We will explore how this practice can cultivate balance\, peace and support at times that are very challenging and difficult to navigate. This series will give you a fresh perspective to an already stressful life during these chaotic times.  \nThe objective is how to address fluctuating mental states of fear\, anxiety and other negative or positives mental states that arise by fostering awareness as a tool for creating a clear\, less receptive behaviors and develop qualities of the heart to can promote balance and beauty.  \nSpace is limited and registration is requested. REGISTER HERE \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events. However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity. EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/introduction-to-mindfulness-meditation-class-series-for-people-of-color/2019-03-04/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Buddha’s “How to” Guide to a Life of Happiness and Well-being
DESCRIPTION:with Mushim Ikeda  \nPart of EBMC’s Core Buddhist Teachings: 5-Month Curriculum | This Class is a Four Class Series Open to All \nEveryone wants to live and be happy\, yet human life is marked by suffering. Many are intimately and historically affected by social injustice\, and we all experience loss of what is dear to us\, sickness\, aging\, and death.  How do we develop wisdom (insight) and spiritual strength (a practice that sustains us during the hard times)? The Buddha’s teaching of the Eightfold Path is a roadmap for a life well-lived. This class series will include interactive exercises\, meditation\, Dharma talks\, and discussion. Beginners in meditation are welcome. \nSpace is limited and registration is requested. REGISTER HERE \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events. However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation). \n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity. EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/the-buddhas-how-to-guide-to-a-life-of-happiness-and-well-being-3/2019-03-06/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
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SUMMARY:Teen Sangha: Winter Session
DESCRIPTION:EBMC Teen Sangha\nWinter 2019\nWednesdays\, January 2nd to March 27th 7:00 pm – 8:45PM pm\nEBMC Teen Sangha is a weekly meditation group for teens\, ages 14-19 \nLed by Anthony Maes\, Raul Betancourt\, Louije Kim and Sarwang Parikh \nOur focus is on creating deeper relationships with ourselves and each other\, having fun\, getting real and supporting each other. Learn mindfulness meditation and explore the dharma (Buddhist teachings) in creative experiential ways. No experience necessary. We are committed to maintaining a sangha (community) that is welcoming to people of all identities\, cultures and backgrounds. \nRegistration: Registration is required and space is limited. Click HERE to register. \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events. However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity. EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/teen-sangha-winter-session/2019-03-06/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
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SUMMARY:Practicing with Sexual Energy: Presence\, Precepts and Power
DESCRIPTION:Honoring Sexuality While Maintaining Upright Awareness\nwith Shahara Godfrey and Rev. Daigan Gaither  \nWhat is it to be upright and awake in the midst of sexual energy? How do we not turn away from ourselves or our experience in the present? How can we learn to understand and relate to desire in healthy and respectful ways? Are we using our energies or are they using us? Using small group discussions\, guided meditations\, zazen\, and open dialogue we will explore our vow in the context of responsible sexual choices. Join us as we explore what it means to practice while maintaining a healthy relationship to our sexuality. \nSpace is limited and registration is required. REGISTER HERE \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events. However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation). \n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity. EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/practicing-with-sexual-energy-presence-precepts-and-power-3/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
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SUMMARY:Family Practice Class: Opening the Heart through the Buddha's Teachings
DESCRIPTION:with Baruch Golden\, Eve Decker\, Lev White\, Michele Ku and Shahara Godfrey \nFor Children Ages 0-13 and Family / Caregivers \nWe invite you to come and help create the diverse family sangha at EBMC. We welcome families with babies\, toddlers\, and children up to age 13. Children under 5 will need to have a parent/caregiver stay with them. \nThis class features training on “Family Tea Time” and how mindful practices can bind the family together. We will also explore how meditation and meditative movement can contribute to successful family life. Parents/caregivers and young people will meet together and separately during the class. We are committed to creating a diverse family sangha. No prior experience is necessary. \nPlease bring a snack (without nuts) to share.  \nPlease note\, each family only needs one registration. Thank You! \nSpace is limited and registration is requested. REGISTER HERE.  \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events. However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity. EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/family-practice-class-opening-the-heart-through-the-buddhas-teachings-22/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation Class Series for People of Color
DESCRIPTION:with Carol Cano \nFor Self Identified People of Color \nMindfulness-based meditation is not a religious code as much as it is a social psychology that supports experiences of well-being. -Ruth King (Author of Mindful Race) \nThis four-week course will introduce you to secular mindfulness meditation. We will get a brief overview of the historically background and the fundamentals of how to start a mindfulness meditation practice. We will explore how this practice can cultivate balance\, peace and support at times that are very challenging and difficult to navigate. This series will give you a fresh perspective to an already stressful life during these chaotic times.  \nThe objective is how to address fluctuating mental states of fear\, anxiety and other negative or positives mental states that arise by fostering awareness as a tool for creating a clear\, less receptive behaviors and develop qualities of the heart to can promote balance and beauty.  \nSpace is limited and registration is requested. REGISTER HERE \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events. However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity. EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/introduction-to-mindfulness-meditation-class-series-for-people-of-color/2019-03-11/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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SUMMARY:The Buddha’s “How to” Guide to a Life of Happiness and Well-being
DESCRIPTION:with Mushim Ikeda  \nPart of EBMC’s Core Buddhist Teachings: 5-Month Curriculum | This Class is a Four Class Series Open to All \nEveryone wants to live and be happy\, yet human life is marked by suffering. Many are intimately and historically affected by social injustice\, and we all experience loss of what is dear to us\, sickness\, aging\, and death.  How do we develop wisdom (insight) and spiritual strength (a practice that sustains us during the hard times)? The Buddha’s teaching of the Eightfold Path is a roadmap for a life well-lived. This class series will include interactive exercises\, meditation\, Dharma talks\, and discussion. Beginners in meditation are welcome. \nSpace is limited and registration is requested. REGISTER HERE \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events. However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation). \n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity. EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/the-buddhas-how-to-guide-to-a-life-of-happiness-and-well-being-3/2019-03-13/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
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SUMMARY:Teen Sangha: Winter Session
DESCRIPTION:EBMC Teen Sangha\nWinter 2019\nWednesdays\, January 2nd to March 27th 7:00 pm – 8:45PM pm\nEBMC Teen Sangha is a weekly meditation group for teens\, ages 14-19 \nLed by Anthony Maes\, Raul Betancourt\, Louije Kim and Sarwang Parikh \nOur focus is on creating deeper relationships with ourselves and each other\, having fun\, getting real and supporting each other. Learn mindfulness meditation and explore the dharma (Buddhist teachings) in creative experiential ways. No experience necessary. We are committed to maintaining a sangha (community) that is welcoming to people of all identities\, cultures and backgrounds. \nRegistration: Registration is required and space is limited. Click HERE to register. \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events. However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity. EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/teen-sangha-winter-session/2019-03-13/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
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SUMMARY:Meeting Pain with Compassionate Presence
DESCRIPTION:with Satya de La Paz August  \nThis workshop will offer gentle movement which both strengthens and stabilizes the body\, with an special focus on joints. Multiple expressions of each pose will be offered and participants are invited to practice lying down\, seated\, or standing\, according to their own body wisdom and access needs. We will explore the relationship between mental\, physiological\, emotional states and joint pain. Incorporating practices of Tonglen and Ayurveda\, we will cultivate a capacity to relate with our pain in a way that awakens compassion and wisdom. Practice cultivating acceptance and kindness to deepen and transform the relationship to physical pain. \nSpace is limited and registration is required. REGISTER HERE \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events. However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity. EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/meeting-pain-with-compassionate-presence/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation Class Series for People of Color
DESCRIPTION:with Carol Cano \nFor Self Identified People of Color \nMindfulness-based meditation is not a religious code as much as it is a social psychology that supports experiences of well-being. -Ruth King (Author of Mindful Race) \nThis four-week course will introduce you to secular mindfulness meditation. We will get a brief overview of the historically background and the fundamentals of how to start a mindfulness meditation practice. We will explore how this practice can cultivate balance\, peace and support at times that are very challenging and difficult to navigate. This series will give you a fresh perspective to an already stressful life during these chaotic times.  \nThe objective is how to address fluctuating mental states of fear\, anxiety and other negative or positives mental states that arise by fostering awareness as a tool for creating a clear\, less receptive behaviors and develop qualities of the heart to can promote balance and beauty.  \nSpace is limited and registration is requested. REGISTER HERE \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events. However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity. EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/introduction-to-mindfulness-meditation-class-series-for-people-of-color/2019-03-18/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190320T183000
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SUMMARY:The Buddha’s “How to” Guide to a Life of Happiness and Well-being
DESCRIPTION:with Mushim Ikeda  \nPart of EBMC’s Core Buddhist Teachings: 5-Month Curriculum | This Class is a Four Class Series Open to All \nEveryone wants to live and be happy\, yet human life is marked by suffering. Many are intimately and historically affected by social injustice\, and we all experience loss of what is dear to us\, sickness\, aging\, and death.  How do we develop wisdom (insight) and spiritual strength (a practice that sustains us during the hard times)? The Buddha’s teaching of the Eightfold Path is a roadmap for a life well-lived. This class series will include interactive exercises\, meditation\, Dharma talks\, and discussion. Beginners in meditation are welcome. \nSpace is limited and registration is requested. REGISTER HERE \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events. However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation). \n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity. EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/the-buddhas-how-to-guide-to-a-life-of-happiness-and-well-being-3/2019-03-20/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190320T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190320T204500
DTSTAMP:20260418T004029
CREATED:20181120T183604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181202T201345Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Sangha: Winter Session
DESCRIPTION:EBMC Teen Sangha\nWinter 2019\nWednesdays\, January 2nd to March 27th 7:00 pm – 8:45PM pm\nEBMC Teen Sangha is a weekly meditation group for teens\, ages 14-19 \nLed by Anthony Maes\, Raul Betancourt\, Louije Kim and Sarwang Parikh \nOur focus is on creating deeper relationships with ourselves and each other\, having fun\, getting real and supporting each other. Learn mindfulness meditation and explore the dharma (Buddhist teachings) in creative experiential ways. No experience necessary. We are committed to maintaining a sangha (community) that is welcoming to people of all identities\, cultures and backgrounds. \nRegistration: Registration is required and space is limited. Click HERE to register. \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events. However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity. EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/teen-sangha-winter-session/2019-03-20/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190324T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190324T163000
DTSTAMP:20260418T004029
CREATED:20190116T213646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190324T165803Z
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SUMMARY:Drop by Drop: Keeping Faith for the Long Haul
DESCRIPTION:with Deb Kerr \nChanging the mind’s conditioning can be a slow process.  We need patience for the long haul.  And we need faith that what we are doing is effective to lessen suffering.  What does faith mean in a Buddhist context?  How does faith in dharma practice develop\, and support our deeper awakening?   In this daylong workshop\, we’ll be exploring these themes using silent and guided meditation\, personal reflection and interactive exercises.  Participants will learn to uncover and rest on their own bedrock of faith\, and to foster its ongoing emergence. \nSpace is limited and registration is requested. REGISTER HERE \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events. However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation). \n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity. EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/drop-by-drop-keeping-faith-for-the-long-haul/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190325T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190325T203000
DTSTAMP:20260418T004029
CREATED:20190123T020338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190123T211507Z
UID:10006450-1553538600-1553545800@eastbaymeditation.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation Class Series for People of Color
DESCRIPTION:with Carol Cano \nFor Self Identified People of Color \nMindfulness-based meditation is not a religious code as much as it is a social psychology that supports experiences of well-being. -Ruth King (Author of Mindful Race) \nThis four-week course will introduce you to secular mindfulness meditation. We will get a brief overview of the historically background and the fundamentals of how to start a mindfulness meditation practice. We will explore how this practice can cultivate balance\, peace and support at times that are very challenging and difficult to navigate. This series will give you a fresh perspective to an already stressful life during these chaotic times.  \nThe objective is how to address fluctuating mental states of fear\, anxiety and other negative or positives mental states that arise by fostering awareness as a tool for creating a clear\, less receptive behaviors and develop qualities of the heart to can promote balance and beauty.  \nSpace is limited and registration is requested. REGISTER HERE \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events. However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity. EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/introduction-to-mindfulness-meditation-class-series-for-people-of-color/2019-03-25/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190327T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190327T203000
DTSTAMP:20260418T004029
CREATED:20190105T010025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190105T204214Z
UID:10006441-1553711400-1553718600@eastbaymeditation.org
SUMMARY:The Buddha’s “How to” Guide to a Life of Happiness and Well-being
DESCRIPTION:with Mushim Ikeda  \nPart of EBMC’s Core Buddhist Teachings: 5-Month Curriculum | This Class is a Four Class Series Open to All \nEveryone wants to live and be happy\, yet human life is marked by suffering. Many are intimately and historically affected by social injustice\, and we all experience loss of what is dear to us\, sickness\, aging\, and death.  How do we develop wisdom (insight) and spiritual strength (a practice that sustains us during the hard times)? The Buddha’s teaching of the Eightfold Path is a roadmap for a life well-lived. This class series will include interactive exercises\, meditation\, Dharma talks\, and discussion. Beginners in meditation are welcome. \nSpace is limited and registration is requested. REGISTER HERE \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events. However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation). \n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity. EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/the-buddhas-how-to-guide-to-a-life-of-happiness-and-well-being-3/2019-03-27/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190327T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190327T204500
DTSTAMP:20260418T004029
CREATED:20181120T183604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181202T201345Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Sangha: Winter Session
DESCRIPTION:EBMC Teen Sangha\nWinter 2019\nWednesdays\, January 2nd to March 27th 7:00 pm – 8:45PM pm\nEBMC Teen Sangha is a weekly meditation group for teens\, ages 14-19 \nLed by Anthony Maes\, Raul Betancourt\, Louije Kim and Sarwang Parikh \nOur focus is on creating deeper relationships with ourselves and each other\, having fun\, getting real and supporting each other. Learn mindfulness meditation and explore the dharma (Buddhist teachings) in creative experiential ways. No experience necessary. We are committed to maintaining a sangha (community) that is welcoming to people of all identities\, cultures and backgrounds. \nRegistration: Registration is required and space is limited. Click HERE to register. \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events. However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity. EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/teen-sangha-winter-session/2019-03-27/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190330T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190330T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T004029
CREATED:20190116T215959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190122T024954Z
UID:10006445-1553936400-1553958000@eastbaymeditation.org
SUMMARY:Taming Anxiety
DESCRIPTION:with Rev. Keiryu Liên Shutt \nDoes your mind seem to “be all over the place”? Do you find yourself worrying a lot? Do you feel easily overwhelmed and filled with anxiety? Do you obsess about “shoulds’” and “coulds’” and\, therefore\, find it hard to focus? \nBuddhist teachings and practices have long addressed ways to be with such emotions and thoughts. In this one-day\, we gather to work with worry and anxiety: how to be with these emotions and engage with practices which can foster calm and ease in both body and mind. \nDharma teachings\, meditations\, group discussions and experiential exercises are offered. \nOpen to all \nSpace is limited and registration is requested. REGISTER HERE \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events. However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation). \n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity. EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/taming-anxiety-4/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190401T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190401T203000
DTSTAMP:20260418T004029
CREATED:20190210T002009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190210T003514Z
UID:10005612-1554143400-1554150600@eastbaymeditation.org
SUMMARY:Clearing The Mind:Tools and Techniques for Increasing Calm Abiding
DESCRIPTION:with John Mifsud \nClearing the Mind is for both experienced and new meditators.  We will explore practical techniques that increase deep relaxation and steady concentration.  Simple\, how-to tools will combine with traditional Buddhist teachings to strengthen calm abiding in meditation practice.   \nAll classes are stand-alone\, come to one or all four.   \nWeek 1: Single Pointed Concentration\, Moment to Moment\nAwareness and Luminous Mind\nWeek 2: Body Scans\, Mantras and Creative Visualizations\nWeek 3: What Gets in the Way – The Five Hindrances\nWeek 4: Focusing on the Divine Abodes: Loving Kindness\, Compassion\, Appreciative Joy & Equanimity. \nSpace is limited and registration is requested. REGISTER HERE \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events. However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity. EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/clearing-the-mindtools-and-techniques-for-increasing-calm-abiding/2019-04-01/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190403T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190403T203000
DTSTAMP:20260418T004029
CREATED:20190226T231608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190227T005941Z
UID:10005619-1554316200-1554323400@eastbaymeditation.org
SUMMARY:Calming the Heartmind: Practicing Love\, Compassion\, Joy & Equanimity
DESCRIPTION:with Mushim Ikeda \nPart of EBMC’s Core Buddhist Teachings: 5-Month Curriculum \nThe Brahmaviharas (Divine Abodes)\, also called the Four Immeasurables\, are Buddhist teachings and practices that help us to access dynamic calming\, stilling\, and healing mindbody states. As we cultivate the limitless qualities of loving goodwill\, compassion\, empathetic joy\, and equanimity\, in time we harvest true happiness\, spiritual strength\, and awakening insight. These practices are considered complementary to insight (mindfulness) meditation. Dharma talks\, discussion\, interactive exercises. Instruction provided for beginners in meditation.  \nSpace is limited and registration is requested. REGISTER HERE \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events. However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity. EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/calming-the-heartmind-practicing-love-compassion-joy-equanimity-3/2019-04-03/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190406T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190406T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T004029
CREATED:20190221T233256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190221T233256Z
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SUMMARY:Restorative Practices:  Exploring the Gap between Intent and Impact
DESCRIPTION:with the Restorative Practices for Dharma Practitioners Sangha\nShahara Godfrey\, Kimi Mojica\, Jamilah Bradshaw\, Jenn Biehn\, Kevin Martin\, Joan Lohman\, DeNNiS SOmeRa and Ann Uyeda \nEBMC’s Multicultural Agreements provide us with a guidepost to connect and communicate across differences of culture\, identity\, history\, and power. Through attending to the gap between intent and impact\, we can honor our needs\, lessen harm\, and create space for accountability and redemptive possibilities.  \nPlease join us in inquiry:\n		when we or someone else acts or speaks unskillfully\,\n		when there’s a break in trust or rupture in the sangha\,\n		what might our practice invite us to do next?  \nWe will reflect upon and explore strategies we have found and are seeking to unearth\, and the lessons we have learned along the way.   \nSpace is limited and registration is required. REGISTER HERE \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events. However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity. EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/restorative-practices-exploring-the-gap-between-intent-and-impact/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190408T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190408T203000
DTSTAMP:20260418T004029
CREATED:20190210T002009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190210T003514Z
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SUMMARY:Clearing The Mind:Tools and Techniques for Increasing Calm Abiding
DESCRIPTION:with John Mifsud \nClearing the Mind is for both experienced and new meditators.  We will explore practical techniques that increase deep relaxation and steady concentration.  Simple\, how-to tools will combine with traditional Buddhist teachings to strengthen calm abiding in meditation practice.   \nAll classes are stand-alone\, come to one or all four.   \nWeek 1: Single Pointed Concentration\, Moment to Moment\nAwareness and Luminous Mind\nWeek 2: Body Scans\, Mantras and Creative Visualizations\nWeek 3: What Gets in the Way – The Five Hindrances\nWeek 4: Focusing on the Divine Abodes: Loving Kindness\, Compassion\, Appreciative Joy & Equanimity. \nSpace is limited and registration is requested. REGISTER HERE \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events. However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity. EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/clearing-the-mindtools-and-techniques-for-increasing-calm-abiding/2019-04-08/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190410T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190410T203000
DTSTAMP:20260418T004029
CREATED:20190226T231608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190227T005941Z
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SUMMARY:Calming the Heartmind: Practicing Love\, Compassion\, Joy & Equanimity
DESCRIPTION:with Mushim Ikeda \nPart of EBMC’s Core Buddhist Teachings: 5-Month Curriculum \nThe Brahmaviharas (Divine Abodes)\, also called the Four Immeasurables\, are Buddhist teachings and practices that help us to access dynamic calming\, stilling\, and healing mindbody states. As we cultivate the limitless qualities of loving goodwill\, compassion\, empathetic joy\, and equanimity\, in time we harvest true happiness\, spiritual strength\, and awakening insight. These practices are considered complementary to insight (mindfulness) meditation. Dharma talks\, discussion\, interactive exercises. Instruction provided for beginners in meditation.  \nSpace is limited and registration is requested. REGISTER HERE \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events. However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity. EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/calming-the-heartmind-practicing-love-compassion-joy-equanimity-3/2019-04-10/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190410T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190410T204500
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SUMMARY:Teen Sangha: Spring Session
DESCRIPTION:EBMC Teen Sangha\nSpring 2019\nWednesdays\, April 10th to June 19th 7:00 pm – 8:45PM pm\nEBMC Teen Sangha is a weekly meditation group for teens\, ages 14-19 \nLed by Anthony Maes\, Raul Betancourt\, Louije Kim and Sarwang Parikh \nOur focus is on creating deeper relationships with ourselves and each other\, having fun\, getting real and supporting each other. Learn mindfulness meditation and explore the dharma (Buddhist teachings) in creative experiential ways. No experience necessary. We are committed to maintaining a sangha (community) that is welcoming to people of all identities\, cultures and backgrounds. \nRegistration: Registration is required and space is limited. \n \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events. However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity. EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/teen-sangha-spring-session/2019-04-10/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190414T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190414T123000
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CREATED:20190210T021445Z
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SUMMARY:Family Practice Class: Opening the Heart through the Buddha's Teachings
DESCRIPTION:with Baruch Golden\, Lev White and Michele Ku \nFor Children Ages 0-13 and Family / Caregivers \nWe invite you to come and help create the diverse family sangha at EBMC. We welcome families with babies\, toddlers\, and children up to age 13. Children under 5 will need to have a parent/caregiver stay with them. \nThis class features training on “Family Tea Time” and how mindful practices can bind the family together. We will also explore how meditation and meditative movement can contribute to successful family life. Parents/caregivers and young people will meet together and separately during the class. We are committed to creating a diverse family sangha. No prior experience is necessary. \nPlease bring a snack (without nuts) to share. Please note\, each family only needs one registration. Thank You! \nREGISTER HERE \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events. However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity. EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/family-practice-class-opening-the-heart-through-the-buddhas-teachings-23/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190415T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190415T203000
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SUMMARY:Clearing The Mind:Tools and Techniques for Increasing Calm Abiding
DESCRIPTION:with John Mifsud \nClearing the Mind is for both experienced and new meditators.  We will explore practical techniques that increase deep relaxation and steady concentration.  Simple\, how-to tools will combine with traditional Buddhist teachings to strengthen calm abiding in meditation practice.   \nAll classes are stand-alone\, come to one or all four.   \nWeek 1: Single Pointed Concentration\, Moment to Moment\nAwareness and Luminous Mind\nWeek 2: Body Scans\, Mantras and Creative Visualizations\nWeek 3: What Gets in the Way – The Five Hindrances\nWeek 4: Focusing on the Divine Abodes: Loving Kindness\, Compassion\, Appreciative Joy & Equanimity. \nSpace is limited and registration is requested. REGISTER HERE \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events. However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity. EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/clearing-the-mindtools-and-techniques-for-increasing-calm-abiding/2019-04-15/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190417T203000
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SUMMARY:Calming the Heartmind: Practicing Love\, Compassion\, Joy & Equanimity
DESCRIPTION:with Mushim Ikeda \nPart of EBMC’s Core Buddhist Teachings: 5-Month Curriculum \nThe Brahmaviharas (Divine Abodes)\, also called the Four Immeasurables\, are Buddhist teachings and practices that help us to access dynamic calming\, stilling\, and healing mindbody states. As we cultivate the limitless qualities of loving goodwill\, compassion\, empathetic joy\, and equanimity\, in time we harvest true happiness\, spiritual strength\, and awakening insight. These practices are considered complementary to insight (mindfulness) meditation. Dharma talks\, discussion\, interactive exercises. Instruction provided for beginners in meditation.  \nSpace is limited and registration is requested. REGISTER HERE \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events. However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity. EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/calming-the-heartmind-practicing-love-compassion-joy-equanimity-3/2019-04-17/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190417T204500
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190321T023251Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Sangha: Spring Session
DESCRIPTION:EBMC Teen Sangha\nSpring 2019\nWednesdays\, April 10th to June 19th 7:00 pm – 8:45PM pm\nEBMC Teen Sangha is a weekly meditation group for teens\, ages 14-19 \nLed by Anthony Maes\, Raul Betancourt\, Louije Kim and Sarwang Parikh \nOur focus is on creating deeper relationships with ourselves and each other\, having fun\, getting real and supporting each other. Learn mindfulness meditation and explore the dharma (Buddhist teachings) in creative experiential ways. No experience necessary. We are committed to maintaining a sangha (community) that is welcoming to people of all identities\, cultures and backgrounds. \nRegistration: Registration is required and space is limited. \n \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events. However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity. EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/teen-sangha-spring-session/2019-04-17/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190421T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190421T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T004029
CREATED:20190222T005313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190227T045533Z
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SUMMARY:EVERYDAY EQUITY: Awakening Power\, Love\, and Justice
DESCRIPTION:with Renato P. Almanzor and Mushim Patricia Ikeda  \nEveryday Equity is both a realization of and a path from power\, love\, and justice. This mindfulness-based daylong facilitates a process for awakening power\, love\, and justice; and draws from what matters (e.g.\, grace\, gratitude\, gravitas)\, through what’s difficult (e.g.\, hurt\, healing\, hope)\, to what’s possible (e.g.\, courage\, compassion\, connection). As an experiential workshop\, this program includes practicing the use of tools\, applying concepts\, and reflecting through meditation\, journaling\, small groups and large group dialogue. The day will remind us of our loveliness – allowing us to contribute to community well-being by understanding and healing from harmful conditions toward transformative change. Instructions for meditation will be provided.  \nSpace is limited and registration is requested. REGISTER HERE \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events. However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity. EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/everyday-equity-awakening-power-love-and-justice/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190422T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190422T203000
DTSTAMP:20260418T004029
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SUMMARY:Clearing The Mind:Tools and Techniques for Increasing Calm Abiding
DESCRIPTION:with John Mifsud \nClearing the Mind is for both experienced and new meditators.  We will explore practical techniques that increase deep relaxation and steady concentration.  Simple\, how-to tools will combine with traditional Buddhist teachings to strengthen calm abiding in meditation practice.   \nAll classes are stand-alone\, come to one or all four.   \nWeek 1: Single Pointed Concentration\, Moment to Moment\nAwareness and Luminous Mind\nWeek 2: Body Scans\, Mantras and Creative Visualizations\nWeek 3: What Gets in the Way – The Five Hindrances\nWeek 4: Focusing on the Divine Abodes: Loving Kindness\, Compassion\, Appreciative Joy & Equanimity. \nSpace is limited and registration is requested. REGISTER HERE \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events. However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity. EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/clearing-the-mindtools-and-techniques-for-increasing-calm-abiding/2019-04-22/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190424T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190424T203000
DTSTAMP:20260418T004029
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SUMMARY:Calming the Heartmind: Practicing Love\, Compassion\, Joy & Equanimity
DESCRIPTION:with Mushim Ikeda \nPart of EBMC’s Core Buddhist Teachings: 5-Month Curriculum \nThe Brahmaviharas (Divine Abodes)\, also called the Four Immeasurables\, are Buddhist teachings and practices that help us to access dynamic calming\, stilling\, and healing mindbody states. As we cultivate the limitless qualities of loving goodwill\, compassion\, empathetic joy\, and equanimity\, in time we harvest true happiness\, spiritual strength\, and awakening insight. These practices are considered complementary to insight (mindfulness) meditation. Dharma talks\, discussion\, interactive exercises. Instruction provided for beginners in meditation.  \nSpace is limited and registration is requested. REGISTER HERE \nCost: There is no registration fee for attending this event\, nor most EBMC events. However\, EBMC is not independently funded. The Center and the teachers will be sustained only by your voluntary donations (the practice of generous giving\, or “dana”). Please donate generously\, in proportion to your ability: \n* Either online (you will be offered an opportunity during the online registration process to donate to EBMC; the teachers will not receive any part of this online donation).\n* Or at the event\, in the two baskets at EBMC\, one for the Center\, the second for the Teacher. \nThank you for your generosity. EBMC will be only be sustained through our collective generosity. \nFragrance-free: In order to protect the health of community members with environmental illness\, please do not wear fragranced products (including “natural” fragrances) or clothes laundered in fragranced products to EBMC. \nEBMC is wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://eastbaymeditation.org/calendar/calming-the-heartmind-practicing-love-compassion-joy-equanimity-3/2019-04-24/
LOCATION:East Bay Meditation Center\, 285 17th Street\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Classes
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