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VSI Facilitator Saturday Sits                                       

4th Saturday Each Month (unless indicated)

The Vipassana Support International Facilitators present this series of Saturday Meditation Workshops to introduce people to Vipassana (Insight) Meditation. VSI Facilitators are meditators selected by Shinzen Young to assist others with Vipassana Meditation. The day is comprised of facilitator-led talks, question and answer periods, guided meditations and alternating periods of silent sitting and walking. Depending on available leaders, some Saturdays include Guided Movement Meditations (such as Qi Gong or Yoga). Shinzen is not present at these workshops.

The workshops are open to both beginning and experienced meditators and are primarily held in Noble Silence. All traditions of meditation are welcome to participate. Opportunities are available to meet for individual sessions with experienced facilitators who have been trained by Shinzen Young.

SCHEDULE
Register at the door at 7:45 am.  A beginner's orientation and introduction to Vipassana starts at 8:00 am.
The schedule is outlined at the beginning of the day and the workshop ends at 5:00 pm.

 

DATES FOR 2009/2010
All dates fall on the 4th Saturday of the month (except where indicated):

REGISTRATION

Contact VSI: vsi@shinzen.org  1-866-666-0874 (toll free)  


COST

The cost for the day-long workshop is $30. This cost covers rental of the facility. However as teachings are accessible to everyone, no one will be turned away for lack of funds. Bring a sack lunch.

 

LOCATION  Against the Stream / LA Insight
                   1001A Colorado Blvd., Santa Monica, CA
                   (corner of Colorado and 11th, just west of 11th across the alley from the back of the Post Office)

DIRECTIONS
From Los Angeles, East Valley
Take the 405 Freeway going South. Turn onto the 10 Freeway, going west. Continue on the 10 Freeway to the Lincoln Blvd. Exit. Turn right on Lincoln Blvd. for one block to Colorado Ave. Turn right on Colorado Ave. a couple of  blocks to 1001A Colorado Blvd. - left side of the street.

From Los Angeles, West Valley
Take the Santa Monica Freeway (10) west to the Lincoln Blvd. Exit. Turn right on Lincoln Blvd. to Colorado. Turn right on Colorado a couple of blocks to 1001A - left side of street.

From the San Fernando Valley
Take Topanga Canyon Blvd. south to Pacific Coast Highway. Turn left on PCH to the Santa Monica Freeway Freeway (10). Take the Santa Monica Freeway east to the Lincoln Blvd. Exit. Turn left on Lincoln Blvd. to Colorado. Turn right on Colorado a couple of blocks to 1001A - left side of street.

PARKING
10 Hour metered parking on Colorado & Broadway - Bring approximately $4 in quarters.

Do not park on numbered side streets adjacent to Zen Center - permit parking only.

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 Sitting Groups:

Anita Chernis
 		Monday

 

Doors open at 7:00 pm

Meditation starts as 7:30 pm, ending with Metta Meditation at 8:30 pm

Location: Studio City

Evening format is flexible and includes discussion of our practice, a strong determination sit and
ends with a guided loving kindness (metta) meditation.

For more information regarding directions and evening, please call 818-766-3000
or email: acherjoy@aol.com

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Wayne Champa

Sundays from 8:00am - 10:00am

Dharma Talk & Sitting Meditation Group

Location: 8414 City Lights Drive, Aliso Viejo, Orange County, 92656

For more information regarding directions or group, please contact Wayne Champa: (949) 581-3459 or email him at: wchampa@cox.net
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All One Dharma
Sitting Group
 		Tuesday - 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Location: 1440 Harvard Street (park in rear), Santa Monica, CA 90404

Program: 45 minute sit, 30 minute presentation & discussion, followed by a 15 minute
                Metta (loving kindness) meditation.

All One Dharma is an eclectic group of people from all ages, from all walks of life, who come together to meditate and learn more about the teachings of the Buddha in a supportive environment.

 There is no cost, however donations are accepted to help pay the rent - THANK YOU
Website: http://www.allonedharma.org/
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Santa Monica Mindfulness Meditation Group
 		Every Monday night from 7:30pm - 9:00pm

Led by: Noah Levine

Location: Santa Monica Zen Center
                1001(A) Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica, 90401 (enter in the alley between 10th & 11th Street)

                 -From L.A. take 10 Freeway West exit Lincoln turn right. Go one block to Colorado Avenue.
                  Turn right SMZC is on the left (enter in the alley between 10th & 11th Street).


For further information please visit: http://www.dharmapunx.com/
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Morning Mindful Breakfast Group
Every other week - 7:30 am

Led by: Pam Tarlow and Morley

Location: Santa Monica Area

 Program:
  • Guided meditation while eating in silence
  • Conclude with a short discussion of our experiences
 This is a great way to practice "meditation in action" with a supportive community.

Please request to be on the email list for location, dates and other details: Pam ptarlow@hotmail.com or Morley morleyian@msn.com
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Meditation with Howard Blumenfeld
Every other Tuesday - 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Location: North Hollywood

 Program:
  • Discussion about how our meditation practice is going
  • Setting an intention for the evening meditation
  • A brief walking meditation
  • A 45 minute sit
  • Ending with a guided lovingkindness meditation (metta)

For further information and directions contact Howard by phone at 818-487-3773 or email: breathful@sbcglobal.net
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Weekly Mindfulness Meditation Group
 		Every Wednesday Night at 8pm

Led by: Noah Levine

Location: The Joint
                6531 Hollywood Blvd.

Free parking in lot on Hudson!
For further information please visit: http://www.dharmapunx.com/
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Meditation in the Valley

 		Wednesdays 8:00pm to 9:00pm, Doors open at 7:40pm

Led by: Jessica Fish

Location: Northwest end of San Fernando Valley, in Chatsworth, CA

Program: Flexible discussion of meditation, 45 minute sit, ends with open-heart affirmation.

Everyone Welcome!

Enjoy the benefits of silent & still meditation - conscious relaxation, good health, eliminate suffering, have insights, getting centered, elevated performance, inner growth, mindfulness, increased appreciation of life, improved relationships, and so much more!!!

There is no cost, however donations of beauty (flowers, etc) would be appreciated - THANK YOU
For more information regarding directions and evening, please call: 818-298-1735 or email: jfish@jessicafish.com

Santa Monica Meditation: Monthly Sunday Meditation Class

The first Sunday of every month from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Led By: Stephanie Nash

Located at a charming, private studio in Santa Monica

Purpose: To help you develop and/or deepen your own meditation practice

Program:

Introduction & Presentation
Guided Meditation
Q&A about Meditation (& technique or strategy presented)
Q&A about Designing own practice (suitable to needs & lifestyle)
(based on the teachings of Shinzen Young)

Open to all levels of experience - Class is taught on a donation or Dana basis

For more information on the class, location or directions, call: 310-829-9119 or email: stephanie@SantaMonicaMeditation.com
Website: www.SantaMonicaMeditation.com
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Monthly Mindful Eating Meditation Conference Call

One Sunday a month at 6:00 pm Pacific time

Led by: Pam Tarlow

Practice mindful eating from your own home, connected to the group by teleconference!

Program:

First 30 minutes is a guided eating meditation during which participants are eating some food and drinking a beverage
Then share your experiences, insights and questions


No requirements in terms of meditation experience or what is eaten and there is no charge for the program.

For more information email: ptarlow@hotmail.com

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2010 Adventure Retreat to Peru A Journey of Mindfulness in Daily Living

With Howard Blumenfeld and Gloria Kamler

13 Day Sacred Valley Tour: August 1st to 13th, 2010                ***NEW DATE***

Step out of yourself and enter the mystical world of Peru, the cradle of a unique culture and its spiritual traditions. At all times, we will travel with a guide who will spark your excitement as we come into contact with the traditions and spirituality of each ancient site including Machu Picchu. Additionally, we will participate in authentic rituals led by practicing healers of the Andean tradition.

You are invited on a journey to this ancient and mysterious land of Peru. Complimenting the Mindfulness teachings, this retreat also offers you a spiritual and cultural adventure for mind, body, and soul. For itinerary and other information on this amazing retreat, go to www.mindfulnesspath.com/peru10 or contact Gloria at 310-450-4541, email: grelmak@yahoo.com or Howard at 818-487-3773, email: breathful@sbcglobal.net

Register by April 23rd, 2010 for a reduced registration fee!

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The Insight Center

For meditation, workshops, and classes visit: insightcenter.org
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Break Out Of The Sugar Prison

Led by: Shelly Young, MA, LPC, CAC III

Program: From the comfort of your own home, join the tele-conference call and receive support for sugar/food addiction using Shinzen's methods and other helpful tools.

For date and time visit: www.MindfulnessNow.com Click on "Seminars-Workshops." Scroll down for the date and time and then register. You will receive the call in number
and code, the day prior to the group.
Contact: shellyoung25@hotmail.com or call (720) 936-1151
 Sitting Groups:

Ruth Sperber
Email Ruth
(609) 525-0299

Tuesdays from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm

Vipassana Meditation Practice & Dharma Talk/Discussion

Location: South Jersey Meditation Society
                 Turnberry Drive, Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey 08234

For more information regarding directions or group,
please email Kathy Simione:  dankathysimione@snip.net or call at (609) 927-7447
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Forest Brook Sangha

Mondays from 7:00pm to 8:30pm

Location: Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Dharma Talks every 1st and 3rd Monday.

Half Day Silent Retreat the first Sunday of each month: 8:00am to 12:00pm.

For more information, please email Kirtan Coan onespirthorse@hotmail.com or call at (336) 725-1177.
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Spring Rain Sangha

 Tuesdays from 7:15 pm to 9:00 pm   (there is no admittance after 7:15 pm)

Location: Calvin Presbyterian Church
                26 Delisle Avenue, Toronto

It is situated 1 block north of St.Clair Avenue and ¼ block west of Yonge Street, diagonally opposite St.Clair (Yonge line) subway station. We are on the second floor – it is wheel chair accessible.

Public parking immediately beside Church. Street parking on Heath Street (1 block north of Delisle Avenue)

For more information regarding directions or group, please email the Spring Rain Sangha: info@springrainsangha.com or visit our website at: www.SpringRainSangha.com
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Muskoka Mindfulness Community

Wednesdays from 7:15pm to 9:00pm

Location: Fairvern Nursing Home, 14 Mill Street, Huntsville, Ontario

Format is a 15 minute walking meditation followed by a half hour sit.

The balance of the time is used for announcements, discussions of practice and /or instruction relating to meditation practice.

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Day-long Retreat: 3rd Sunday of every month

Location: Novar Community Centre, Huntsville, Ontario

Time: 9:00am to 4:00pm

The format is alternating periods of sitting, walking and yoga. There is also a dharma talk and/or instructions.

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Teacher/Facilitator: Bill Knight bill@mbsr.ca

For more information and directions, please visit: http://meditation.huntsvilleontario.info/
The Mindfulness Center

Director: Dr. Stéphane Treyvaud

The Mindfulness Center in Oakville, Ontario, provides Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction, Mindfulness Meditation & Mindfulness Yoga for beginners, professionals & institutions.

For more information, please visit www.mindful.ca
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