East Bay Meditation Center

ONLINE: Every Body Every Mind Sangha with Beth Smith
2022-09-25 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | East Bay Meditation Center, 285 17th Street, Oakland, CA, 94612, United States
Sunday, September 25th Teacher: Beth Smith
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
To join online, please email: ebem at eastbaymeditation dot org to request a Zoom link.
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 register for these weekly meetings, just come and share this path together!
EveryBody, EveryMind Teacher Group: Debra Kerr, Kenji Oshima, Anne Finger, Master John W. Ellis IV, Beth Smith and Mushim Ikeda
For more info, visit the Every Body Every Mind Sangha Website.

ONLINE: Trans/Gender-Expansive Deep Refuge Group
2022-09-26 18:30 - 20:00
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 the email list, please email tgedeeprefuge@eastbaymeditation.org with a quick note about your interest in the group. We look forward to practicing with you!

ONLINE: Parent's Meditation Group: Practicing with our children & families
2022-09-26 20:45 - 21:45
An Online Meditation Group for Parents
with Lisa Fujie Parks
Monday, September 26th, 2022 8:45PM – 9:45PM PT (Time Zone Converter)
September’s Topic: Practicing with our children and families: Sharing from the heart and beginning anew
Closed Captioning Provided.
EBMC’s Family Practice Class teaching team will be offering a monthly parents’ meditation group for restoration, support and connection during these challenging times. We offer a short talk, guided meditation and sharing. We gather to create a safe refuge to share the joys and the challenges of caring for young people by cultivating loving-kindness, compassion, patience and generosity with the support of the sangha. We welcome all parents/grandparents/caregivers of young people to join us. No prior experience necessary.
Please note: This group is not intended for children’s participation.

ONLINE: Alphabet Sangha with Dawn Haney
2022-09-27 19:00 - 20:30
Tuesday, September 27th Teacher: Dawn Haney
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
Please email: alphabetsangha at eastbaymeditation dot org to request Zoom link to join online.
For more information, visit the ALPHABET SANGHA WEBSITE

ONLINE and IN-PERSON: Midday Sangha
2022-09-28 12:00 - 13:35
This meeting will be offered via zoom and in person at SE Corner of Snow Park in Oakland, CA near the playground.
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 Coordinating Committee:
Darren Lee Brown, emiko yoshikami, Kimber Simpkins, René Rivera and Marge Sussman
email middaysangha at eastbaymeditation dot org for zoom link and password

IN PERSON & ONLINE: We Belong - Heart practice for Queer, Trans, Black, Indigenous People of Color (QTBIPOC)
2022-09-28 18:30 - 20:30
An In Person & Virtual Class Series with René Rivera and Patrick Brown
In Person Participation Limited to 40 people. Closed Captions available for those joining us online.
Wednesday evenings: September 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th 2022
6:30 – 8:30pm PT (Time Zone Converter)
As our world burns in conflict and violence we return to heart practice to find refuge and belonging. As Queer and/or Trans People of Color we are under attack, sometimes at multiple identity locations. This class series will create a space for us to practice together, to build community, belonging and resilience to hold our outrage, fear and grief. We will use the four divine abodes of Lovingkindness, Compassion, Joy and Equanimity as a foundation to resource ourselves to meet this moment.
This class is suitable for both new and experienced meditators and open to self-identified Queer and/or Trans People of Color.

For those joining us virtually: You will automatically receive a zoom link via your Eventbrite Confirmation email.
For those joining us in person: Please note capacity is limited to 40 attendees, to allow room for social distancing. We ask that participants be fully vaccinated against Covid19 and wear a N95 or KN95 mask while inside of the center. Masks will be available.

ONLINE: People of Color Sangha with Mushim Ikeda
2022-09-29 19:30 - 21:00
Thursday, September 29th Teacher: Mushim Ikeda
The People of Color Sangha is a growing community of people of color waking up and getting free!
Thursdays
7:30 – 9:00 PM PST
Closed Captions Provided.
Zoom info: Meeting details are shared through their mailing list (subscribe on their website), and their Facebook group.

ONLINE: People of Color Sangha
2022-09-29 19:30 - 21:00, 2022-10-06 19:30 - 21:00, 2022-10-13 19:30 - 21:00
The People of Color Sangha is a growing community of people of color waking up and getting free!
Thursdays
7:30 – 9 PM PST
Closed Captions Provided.
Zoom info: Meeting details are shared through their mailing list (subscribe on their website), and their Facebook group.

ONLINE: Maha Sangha with Arisika Razak and Ramona Lisa-Ortiz Smith
2022-09-30 19:00 - 20:30, 2022-10-07 19:00 - 20:30, 2022-10-14 19:00 - 20:30
Friday, January 7th Teachers: Arisika Razak and Ramona Lisa Ortiz-Smith
Maha Sangha for All People & Communities
Creating Freedom in Community
Every Friday night at EBMC, 7:00 – 8:30pm.
Zoom Info: email mahasangha at eastbaymeditation dot org to ask for a Zoom link.
The EBMC Maha Sangha for All People and Communities is a meditation and dharma group with an emphasis on radical inclusivity and social justice.
Maha is a Pali word meaning whole, great, larger/largest, deepest, and Sangha is a Pali word for community, or community of practitioners. Together, these words represent a place where all people and communities are warmly invited to explore the Dharma together in keeping with East Bay Meditation Center’s core mission to foster liberation, personal and interpersonal healing, social action, and inclusive community building. We hope that you will join us.
The EBMC Maha Sangha’s leadership team of teachers, dharma leaders, and sangha members includes: Arisika Razak, Baruch Golden, Chinh Nguyen, Crystal Johnson, Fresh! Lev White, Jd Doyle, Lisa Moore, Shahara Godfrey, Syra Smith, Shay, and Anni Mackin.
Contact: mahasangha at eastbaymeditation org

ONLINE: Maha Sangha with Arisika Razak and Tania Triana
2022-09-30 19:00 - 20:30
Friday, September 30th Teachers: Arisika Razak and Tania Triana
Maha Sangha for All People & Communities
Creating Freedom in Community
Every Friday night at EBMC, 7:00 – 8:30pm.
Zoom Info: email mahasangha at eastbaymeditation dot org to ask for a Zoom link.
The EBMC Maha Sangha for All People and Communities is a meditation and dharma group with an emphasis on radical inclusivity and social justice.
Maha is a Pali word meaning whole, great, larger/largest, deepest, and Sangha is a Pali word for community, or community of practitioners. Together, these words represent a place where all people and communities are warmly invited to explore the Dharma together in keeping with East Bay Meditation Center’s core mission to foster liberation, personal and interpersonal healing, social action, and inclusive community building. We hope that you will join us.
The EBMC Maha Sangha’s leadership team of teachers, dharma leaders, and sangha members includes: Arisika Razak, Fresh! Lev White, Rebekah Eppley, Sarwang Parikh and Shay.
Contact: mahasangha at eastbaymeditation org

ONLINE: Every Body Every Mind Sangha with Mushim Ikeda
2022-10-02 18:00 - 19:30
Sunday, October 2nd Teacher: Mushim Ikeda
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
To join online, please email: ebem at eastbaymeditation dot org to request a Zoom link.
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 register for these weekly meetings, just come and share this path together!
EveryBody, EveryMind Teacher Group: Debra Kerr, Kenji Oshima, Anne Finger, Master John W. Ellis IV, Beth Smith and Mushim Ikeda
For more info, visit the Every Body Every Mind Sangha Website.

ONLINE: Introduction to Mindfulness and Meditation
2022-10-03 19:00 - 21:30, 2022-10-10 19:00 - 21:30
ONLINE: Introduction to Mindfulness and Meditation
Ramón Honea, Imee Contreras and Rebekah Eppley
Mondays, October 3rd, 10th, 17th, and 24th
7 – 9:30PM PT (Time Zone Converter)
Closed Captioning Provided
Mindfulness is an ancient teaching that has proven to be more relevant and beneficial in these current times. It has been scientifically proven to improve empathy, manage stress levels, and increase present moment awareness. This course is ideal for those who want to begin meditation practice, develop consistency, or to revive a long-term practice.
Beginners and seasoned practitioners are all welcome to explore the basics of mindfulness, establish a daily practice, incorporate various meditation practices, and embody a mindful lifestyle.

All registered participants will receive a link to join us via Zoom with their EventBrite confirmation email.

ONLINE: Alphabet Sangha with Syra Smith
2022-10-04 19:00 - 20:30
Tuesday, October 4th Teacher: Syra Smith
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
Please email: alphabetsangha at eastbaymeditation dot org to request Zoom link to join online.
For more information, visit the ALPHABET SANGHA WEBSITE

ONLINE: Path of the Bodhisattva 1
2022-10-05 18:30 - 20:30, 2022-10-12 18:30 - 20:30
Path of the Bodhisattva 1
with Mushim Ikeda
Wednesdays October 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th, 2022
6:30 – 8:30PM PST (Time Zone Converter)
Closed Captioning Provided
Path of the Bodhisattva Class Series ONE:
Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8:30 pm Pacific time
with Mushim Patricia Ikeda, one of EBMC’s core teachers
October 5, 12, 19 and 26
Path of the Bodhisattva Class Series TWO:
Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8:30 pm Pacific time
with Mushim Patricia Ikeda, one of EBMC’s core teachers
Note: This is a deepening of the Class Series One materials, not a repeat
November 2, 9, 16, 23
Bodhisattva Vows and Precepts Ceremony
Sunday, December 18, 2022
10 am – 4:30 pm Pacific time
Note: You may participate as a witness/observer, or apply to receive the Bodhisattva Vows and Precepts after participating in the preceding classes
*Separate registration is needed for each part of the Path of the Bodhisattva class series (Part I, Part II + Precepts Ceremony). Participants interested in receiving the Bodhisattva Vows in Dec are required to take Part I + II of the class series.
I, myself, took the Bodhisattva Vows and made the vow, “Life after life, after life, after life, I will continue my practice and continue my work.” – Bhante Suhita Dharma, Buddhist monk and social worker, 1941-2013
These times are full of uncertainty and fear — and opportunities for spiritual breakthrough. In Mahayana Buddhism, the Bodhisattva is an archetypal great being who tirelessly and joyfully works to liberate all beings from suffering. For the fourth time, EBMC will offer two class series exploring what it means to creatively embody the Bodhisattva teachings. Those who complete both class series may participate in the final daylong and either witness or take Bodhisattva precepts and vows in order to strengthen their commitment to collective liberation. These are the same vows taken by His Holiness the Fourteenth Dalai Lama.
Also, those who do not wish to take the Bodhisattva vows may take either of the two class series. The final daylong is open to everyone who wishes to witness the joyful ceremony (you do not need to have taken any of the previous classes, though it is recommended that you do so) and those who have completed the previous classes and have received permission from the teacher may receive the Bodhisattva Precepts, take the Bodhisattva Vows, and at that time they will receive a Buddhist name from the teacher. Meditation (instruction provided for beginners), Dharma talks, and interactive exercises.

All registered participants will receive a link to join us via Zoom with their EventBrite confirmation email.
Online participation on Zoom is certain; we may be able to do simultaneous in-person participation if hybrid classes are able to be held at EBMC in the fall of 2022. Questions: admin@eastbaymeditation.org

ONLINE: People of Color Sangha with Rhonda Magee
2022-10-06 19:30 - 21:00
Thursday, October 6th Teacher: Rhonda Magee
The People of Color Sangha is a growing community of people of color waking up and getting free!
Thursdays
7:30 – 9:00 PM PST
Closed Captions Provided.
Zoom info: Meeting details are shared through their mailing list (subscribe on their website), and their Facebook group.

ONLINE: Maha Sangha with Lev "Fresh" White and Rebekah Eppley
2022-10-07 19:00 - 20:30
Friday, October 7th Teachers: Lev “Fresh” White and Rebekah Eppley
Maha Sangha for All People & Communities
Creating Freedom in Community
Every Friday night at EBMC, 7:00 – 8:30pm.
Zoom Info: email mahasangha at eastbaymeditation dot org to ask for a Zoom link.
The EBMC Maha Sangha for All People and Communities is a meditation and dharma group with an emphasis on radical inclusivity and social justice.
Maha is a Pali word meaning whole, great, larger/largest, deepest, and Sangha is a Pali word for community, or community of practitioners. Together, these words represent a place where all people and communities are warmly invited to explore the Dharma together in keeping with East Bay Meditation Center’s core mission to foster liberation, personal and interpersonal healing, social action, and inclusive community building. We hope that you will join us.
The EBMC Maha Sangha’s leadership team of teachers, dharma leaders, and sangha members includes: Arisika Razak, Fresh! Lev White, Rebekah Eppley, Sarwang Parikh and Shay.
Contact: mahasangha at eastbaymeditation org

ONLINE: Multiracial Peer-Led Deep Refuge Group
2022-10-08 19:00 - 21:00
The Multiracial Deep Refuge Group is a monthly exploratory Deep Refuge Group for and by people who identify as multiracial. Our meetings include periods of mindfulness meditation and sharing of narratives and perspectives as we come together to be seen and to see one another. By sitting and exploring our own unique stories, we can come to know and care for the common threads that bind us together. Our collective work bravely expands the narrative that informs multiracial experience today. Meets 7pm-9pm on the second Saturdays of every month. Online and occasionally hybrid (in-person at EBMC + online).
Newcomers welcome- please contact us before your first visit: mrdrcoordinators at googlegroups dot com

ONLINE: Every Body Every Mind Sangha Renato Almanzor
2022-10-09 18:00 - 19:30
Sunday, October 9th Teacher: Renato Almanzor
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
To join online, please email: ebem at eastbaymeditation dot org to request a Zoom link.
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 register for these weekly meetings, just come and share this path together!
EveryBody, EveryMind Teacher Group: Debra Kerr, Kenji Oshima, Anne Finger, Master John W. Ellis IV, Beth Smith and Mushim Ikeda
For more info, visit the Every Body Every Mind Sangha Website.

ONLINE: Social Justice Lunchtime Sangha - Peer Led Deep Refuge group
2022-10-11 12:00 - 13:00
Social Justice Sangha is a place to practice and reflect with #EBMCOakland organizers and activists. Includes a 30 minute meditation and time for sharing what’s on our hearts.

Contact: socialjustice at eastbaymeditation dot org

ONLINE: Sex Workers Sangha (Peer Led Deep Refuge Group)
2022-10-11 15:00 - 16:30
Meets 2nd Tuesdays of Every Month, 3:00 – 4:30PM PT via Zoom.
Closed Captions Available.
The purpose of this refuge group is to provide a space for sex workers to connect with each other, build sangha, and to deepen our spiritual practices in community. Sex workers continue to be a marginalized group in society and this sangha would be a place where we would support each other in bringing our whole selves into our spiritual lives.
For Zoom Access, Please Email: sexworkersangha AT eastbaymeditation DOT org

ONLINE: Alphabet Sangha with Patrick Brown
2022-10-11 19:00 - 20:30
Tuesday, October 11th Teacher: Patrick Brown
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
Please email: alphabetsangha at eastbaymeditation dot org to request Zoom link to join online.
For more information, visit the ALPHABET SANGHA WEBSITE

ONLINE: People of Color Sangha with Margarita Loinaz
2022-10-13 19:30 - 21:00
Thursday, October 13th Teacher: Margarita Loinaz
The People of Color Sangha is a growing community of people of color waking up and getting free!
Thursdays
7:30 – 9:00 PM PST
Closed Captions Provided.
Zoom info: Meeting details are shared through their mailing list (subscribe on their website), and their Facebook group.

ONLINE: Maha Sangha with Renato Almanzor
2022-10-14 19:00 - 20:30
Friday, October 14th Teacher: Renato Almanzor
Maha Sangha for All People & Communities
Creating Freedom in Community
Every Friday night at EBMC, 7:00 – 8:30pm.
Zoom Info: email mahasangha at eastbaymeditation dot org to ask for a Zoom link.
The EBMC Maha Sangha for All People and Communities is a meditation and dharma group with an emphasis on radical inclusivity and social justice.
Maha is a Pali word meaning whole, great, larger/largest, deepest, and Sangha is a Pali word for community, or community of practitioners. Together, these words represent a place where all people and communities are warmly invited to explore the Dharma together in keeping with East Bay Meditation Center’s core mission to foster liberation, personal and interpersonal healing, social action, and inclusive community building. We hope that you will join us.
The EBMC Maha Sangha’s leadership team of teachers, dharma leaders, and sangha members includes: Arisika Razak, Fresh! Lev White, Rebekah Eppley, Sarwang Parikh and Shay.
Contact: mahasangha at eastbaymeditation org

ONLINE: Every Body Every Mind Sangha with Kenji Oshima
2022-10-16 18:00 - 19:30
Sunday, October 16th Teacher: Kenji Oshima
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
To join online, please email: ebem at eastbaymeditation dot org to request a Zoom link.
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 register for these weekly meetings, just come and share this path together!
EveryBody, EveryMind Teacher Group: Debra Kerr, Kenji Oshima, Anne Finger, Master John W. Ellis IV, Beth Smith and Mushim Ikeda
For more info, visit the Every Body Every Mind Sangha Website.
