Alphabet Sangha

Alphabet Sangha

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

A meditation group for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Same-Gender Loving, and Two-Spirit communities. Because that’s such a mouthful, we call ourselves the Alphabet Sangha. Tuesdays 7:00 – 8:30 pm For more information, visit the ALPHABET SANGHA WEBSITE

Midday Sangha

Midday Sangha

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

Midday Sangha at EBMC Wednesdays at Noon! Join our peer-led multicultural sangha for silent meditation practice and community building. Every Wednesday 12:00 – 12:45   Silent sitting, standing or lying down meditation with optional walking meditation. 12:45 – 1:35     Potluck lunch with facilitated conversation about our practice and being the dharma in the world Midday Sangha […]

Calming the Heartmind: Practicing Love, Compassion, Joy & Equanimity

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

Part of EBMC's Core Buddhist Teachings: 5-Month Curriculum Open to all with Mushim Ikeda, Debra Kerr, JD Doyle Wednesdays, April 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2018 Mushim April 4 and 25. Debra Kerr April 11. JD Doyle April 18. 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm The Brahmaviharas (Divine Abodes), also called the Four Immeasurables, are Buddhist […]

Teen Sangha: Spring & Summer Session

Teen Sangha: Spring & Summer Session

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

EBMC Teen Sangha –  Spring & Summer 2018 Wednesdays: April 11th - June 20th, 2018 7:00 – 8:45PM Open to teens, ages 14-19 EBMC Teen Sangha is a weekly meditation group for teens, ages 14-19. Our focus will be on creating deeper relationships with ourselves and each other, having fun, getting real and supporting each […]

People of Color Yoga

People of Color Yoga

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

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. […]

People of Color Sangha

People of Color Sangha

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

The People of Color Sangha is a growing tribe of people of color waking up and getting free! Thursdays 7:00 – 9:00 PM For more information, visit the: POC SANGHA WEBSITE

Awake in the World: The Path of Nibbana

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

Led by JD Doyle How do we navigate the conditions of our lives, our communities, and our world with wisdom and ease?  The Buddha’s teaching on Nibbana (Nirvana) provides guidance for us to awaken our hearts and minds in the midst of the ups and downs of our lives. The teachings of Nibbana are some […]

Teen Sangha: Diving Deeper

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

Led by the EBMC Teen Sangha Team: Anthony “T” Maes, Sarwang Parikh & Sara Oakes EBMC Teen Sangha is a weekly meditation group for teens, ages 14-19. For this daylong retreat, we will meditate, explore the Dharma, and connect through relational mindfulness games, building loving awareness for ourselves and our communities. No experience necessary. We […]

Every Body Every Mind Sangha

Every Body Every Mind Sangha

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

Every Body Every Mind Sangha is a weekly practice group for people living with disabilities, limitations, differences and chronic illnesses. Sundays 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Please come and take part in this time to meditate, share our lives and support with each other, and learn more about the dharma. There is no need to […]

ONLINE: Trans/Gender-Expansive Deep Refuge Group

ONLINE: Trans/Gender-Expansive Deep Refuge Group

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

Trans/Gender-Expansive Deep Refuge Group Fourth Mondays (online over zoom) 6:30-8pm PM PST This deep refuge group is by and for trans/gender-expansive people. Our goal is to provide a welcoming community space for trans/gender-expansive folks who are interested in exploring meditation and other aspects of Buddhist practice. Both beginners and experienced practitioners welcome! To be added to […]