Practicing with Sexual Energy: Presence, Precepts and Power

East Bay Meditation Center 285 17th Street, Oakland, CA

With Rev. Keiryu Liên Shutt and Rev. Daigan Gaither What is it to stay upright in the midst of sexual energy? How do we not turn away from our experience or ourselves in the present moment? We will explore our intention to “not misuse sexuality” and how it both informs our practice and sexual choices […]

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People of Color Yoga

East Bay Meditation Center 285 17th Street, Oakland, CA

Weekly Yoga Practice for Self Identified People of Color led by Satya de la Paz 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Build strength and flexibility while cultivating mindfulness in this all levels hatha yoga class. Each class has a unique, inspiring theme and personalized instruction that will leave you feeling joyous and rejuvenated. No registration required. […]

Unfolding This Moment

East Bay Meditation Center 285 17th Street, Oakland, CA

Led by Carol Cano “True acceptance does not grasp or hold on to anything” -- A.H. Almaas Each moment can reveals one’s truth. The practice of mindfulness can help uncover unwanted emotions and embrace one’s vulnerability. Cultivating a practice of the heart takes courage and freedom from a burdened mind. Silence and deep inquiry integrates […]

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Restoring the Heart: Healing the Oppressor Within

East Bay Meditation Center 285 17th Street, Oakland, CA

A Retreat for People of Color Led by Amana Johnson & Konda Mason Saturday, June 24, 2017 9:30 am - 4:30 pm Sunday, June 25, 2017 9:30 am - 12:30 pm There are many causes and conditions that create suffering in our lives.  Mostly, we think of things that exist outside of ourselves: racism, poverty, […]

Meditation Training: Establishing a Meditation Practice in Four Weeks

East Bay Meditation Center 285 17th Street, Oakland, CA

Open to all 4 Wednesdays: July 5, 12, 19, 26, 2017 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm With Rev. Keiryu Liên Shutt Want to learn how to meditate? Or, have you tried at different times but just can’t quite figure how to make it work for you? In this series, specific and easy-to-follow instructions will be […]

This is Your Brain on Meditation: Bringing diversity and community engagement to the neuroscience of meditation

East Bay Meditation Center 285 17th Street, Oakland, CA

Open to all Food provided at 6:30 pm Program: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm With Dr. Helen Weng Studies on the neuroscience of meditation in the U.S. have historically included meditators from the dominant culture. Over the past year, Dr. Helen Weng has collaborated with EBMC to engage in community dialogue so we can increase […]

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Meditation Training: Establishing a Meditation Practice in Four Weeks

East Bay Meditation Center 285 17th Street, Oakland, CA

Open to all 4 Wednesdays: July 5, 12, 19, 26, 2017 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm With Rev. Keiryu Liên Shutt Want to learn how to meditate? Or, have you tried at different times but just can’t quite figure how to make it work for you? In this series, specific and easy-to-follow instructions will be […]

Sunday Suppers at Penrose, Oakland!

Off Site Venue

Join EBMC and Spring Washam on July 16, 2017 for a night of spectacular food and great company- all to benefit our Sangha! Sunday, July 16, 2017 There will be two seatings: 5pm - 7:30pm  or  8pm - 11pm at Penrose 3311 Grand Ave, Oakland, CA Penrose is wheelchair accessible Get your tickets by clicking here: sundaysuppersjul2017.bpt.me

$60.00 – $100.00
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Making Friends with the Hindrances

East Bay Meditation Center 285 17th Street, Oakland, CA

Open to all 3 Mondays: July 17, 24, 31 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Attendance is not required at all 3 classes. With Louije Kim The Five Hindrances—sensual desire, ill-will, sloth and torpor, restlessness and doubt—are mental factors that are typically experienced with some degree of suffering and discomfort. They distort our mind’s ability to […]

Meditation Training: Establishing a Meditation Practice in Four Weeks

East Bay Meditation Center 285 17th Street, Oakland, CA

Open to all 4 Wednesdays: July 5, 12, 19, 26, 2017 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm With Rev. Keiryu Liên Shutt Want to learn how to meditate? Or, have you tried at different times but just can’t quite figure how to make it work for you? In this series, specific and easy-to-follow instructions will be […]