Monday Open Practice Period

Mon 06/17/19 - 10:00am to 1:00pm

This is an opportunity for experienced students to come and meditate with others in a relaxed and open way.  There are no teachers giving instructions and no bells are rung. A senior sangha member will be there to open and close the building. Participants are encouraged to do sitting meditation and/or walking meditation in an unstructured setting.  We request that this period be devoted to only meditation and ask that you not read or write during this time. There is no registration and no fee; Donations are always welcome.  Not suggested for new meditators.

Monday Evening Silent Meditation

Mon 06/17/19 - 7:00pm to 7:45pm

This drop-in sitting meditation is offered in the simplicity of silence without instruction. An ending bell will be rung by a practice leader. No registration.  No fee; donations are always welcome.  Not suggested for new meditators.

Tuesday Morning Silent Meditation

Tue 06/18/19 - 7:45am to 8:30am

This drop-in sitting meditation is offered in the simplicity of silence without instruction. An ending bell will be rung by a practice leader. No registration.  No fee; donations are always welcome.  Not suggested for new meditators.

Practice Oriented Book Group (6 week series: 4/30-7/9)(registration closed)

Tue 06/18/19 - 7:00pm to 8:30pm

This six-session group will focus on the application of mindfulness practice to the challenges of daily life. The book for this session is Dancing with Life, by Philip Moffat.  In this book we will discover it does not offer academic theories of vague promises of finding happiness.  Rather, it presents a practical approach for dealing with pain and hardship based on the Buddha's teaching of the Four Noble Truths.

This group will meet every other Tuesday (with the exception 6/18 and 6/25) for six sessions (4/30, 5/14, 5/28, 6/18, 6/25, 7/9). Pre-registration is required for the entire series before the first session.  Facilitated by sangha member Barbara Dowd.

Introduction to Insight Meditation Drop-in Class - With Ted Jones

Tue 06/18/19 - 7:00pm to 8:30pm

This class will include instruction, walking and sitting meditation, and time for discussion.  It is appropriate for those with little or no experience.  More experienced meditators are welcome as well to enjoy the group support and gentle guidance that will be provided.   This is a free offering and no registration is required.  Donations are happily accepted. 

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Wednesday Open Practice Period

Wed 06/19/19 - 10:00am to 12:30pm

The Open Practice Period is available for experienced students who need no instruction.  IMCN is open to use for silent sitting and walking meditation practice and use of library.  You may arrive and leave at any time.  Total silence is kept in the building and on the grounds during this period.  No bells will be rung.  No fee; donations are always welcome.  This is not suitable for beginners.

Natural Awareness for Daily Living (10 week class - 5/1-7/10)(registration closed) - With Matthew Daniell

Wed 06/19/19 - 7:00pm to 9:00pm

The 10 weeks series will explore how to use wise attitude, effort, and mindfulness to bridge the gap between daily life and formal practice.  The teachings of the Burmese monk, Sayadaw U Tejaniya, in his book 'When Awareness Becomes Natural' will be used as a frame for our inquiry.  This is part two of the series.  It is open to those who have done the first part of the series and to new students as well.  For new students, please read and work with the material in the book through page 81 before coming to our first gathering.  After a reiew, we will begin our exploration together with Part II of the book 'Wise Investigations of the Mind.'  Each week we will be asked to work with specific pages of the book, apply them to our daily lives, and formal practice, and discuss the following week.  The book is available on Amazon, and also as an Audible recording.  Sayadaw's apprach to meditation and honest sharings on his life's journey will provide a unique window into the possibility that awareness in daily life can become natural and transformative.

This is a 10 week class running from 5/1-7/10 (no class on 6/12).  There are no drop-in classes.  You must be pre-registered to attend.

Thursday Morning Silent Meditation

Thu 06/20/19 - 7:45am to 8:30am

This drop-in sitting meditation is offered in the simplicity of silence without instruction. An ending bell will be rung by a practice leader. No registration.  No fee; donations are always welcome.  Not suggested for new meditators.

Thursday Morning Retreat - With Matthew Daniell

Thu 06/20/19 - 9:30am to 12:30pm

Thursday Half Day Retreats are designed to be flexible to personal schedules while offering the opportunity to deepen practice through periods of silent sitting and walking meditation. You may come for part, or all of this retreat.  While at the center, please adhere closely to the schedule and maintain silence.  Click here for retreat schedule.

Teacher Matthew Daniell leads the retreat and there will be minimal instruction offered as needed.  He will provide time for an optional teacher interview with each participant.  A bell will be rung to signal the rotation between silent sitting and walking meditation.  Cost: $25/nonmembers and $20/members  (Can be paid at the door with cash or check only.)

These practice periods are not suitable for complete beginners: An introductory meditation class or equivalent experience is strongly recommended before attending. Attendance is on a drop-in basis; no pre-registration is required.

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Introduction to Insight Meditation (7 week class - 5/9-6/27)(registration closed) - With Ted Jones

Thu 06/20/19 - 7:00pm to 8:30pm

Insight meditation is a time tested method of mind training that enables us to change our relationship to each moment’s experience, and thus our lives. In this seven week series we will systematically explore how to calm and steady the mind and see with more clarity into our lives.  As we strengthen this capacity we begin to move from suffering and reactivity to responsiveness, freshness and ease.  We learn to touch and live in the mindful moment.  Although this series is designed for beginners, all are welcome and students may choose to repeat this series as new material will be introduced each time.

This class will run from May 1st - June 27th.  There are no drop-in classes; you must be pre-registered to attend.

Mindfulness Yoga and Insight Meditation - With Jim Austin

Sat 06/22/19 - 9:30am to 1:00pm

How can a yoga asana practice be used to support our mindfulness meditation practice?  Can we bring the qualities of mindfulness and openness developed in sitting meditation practice onto the yoga mat thereby creating continuity between our practice on the mat and our practice on the cushion?  We’ll explore these questions and others during this half-day workshop. The workshop will include short periods of sitting meditation, yoga, and discussion.  This workshop is suitable for all levels of experience and beginners are welcome. 

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The Relaxed Mind, Meditations 5, 6 & 7 (this workshop has been rescheduled to July 6th) - With Matthew Daniell

Sun 06/23/19 - 9:30am to 1:00pm

This workshop has been rescheduled from 6/23 to 7/6 due to internal scheduling conflicts.