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SUMMARY:Online: Thursday Peer-Led Sitting
DESCRIPTION:Thursday Peer-Led Sitting \nWeekly | 7:00pm – 9:00pm ET \nPlease note: This peer-led community group meets in-person and online on the first Thursday of each month\, and online all other Thursdays. \nIn-Person Location: 115 West 29th Street\, on the 12th Floor \nPeer-led sittings\, led by NYI Practice-Leaders\, include a guided meditation\, a short Dharma reading\, a time for peer reflections and Metta. \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84002337272?pwd=aUN2YjcyQ3Vsd2d5WE1oeCtNTXBEUT09 \nMeeting ID: 840 0233 7272\nPasscode: 123 \nOr\, dial in by your location\nFind your local number: https://zoom.us/u/aeGCOAr8uX \n  \nFee by donation: Suggested starting donation is $10 but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds. \nMake a Donation\nPlease donate the form below. All proceeds will support the NYI center\, community programs and sangha gatherings and teacher support efforts. \nIf you are using a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the form below if it is partially obscured or cut off. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/thursday-peer-led-sitting/2026-01-01/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Meditation Groups - Affinity Sanghas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260101T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260101T210000
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SUMMARY:Online: Harlem Insight
DESCRIPTION:Online: Harlem Insight\nEvery Thursday | 7:30pm – 9:00pm \nHarlem Sangha is a vibrant and intimate community that embraces diversity in age\, gender\, race and sexual orientation. Our steadfast commitment to the dharma and the consistent dedication of our members have fostered a safe space where different perspectives are valued and embraced. Within our sangha\, you’ll find warmth\, wisdom\, and a genuine sense of welcome. \nEvery Thursday\, our team of experienced teachers and practice leaders offers a period of guided meditation\, a dharma talk\, and a discussion on the Buddha’s teachings. Join us to explore how these teachings can be applied to both our time on the cushion and our everyday lives. \nHere is the Zoom Meeting information:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84527673942?pwd=ExaT7ZBiPGZnp7GdOn3NEDf9QwfVeI.1 \nMeeting ID: 845 2767 3942\nPasscode: 123 \nTeacher schedule:\nMarch 26th – Wildecy de Fátima Jury\nApril 2nd – Isabel Adon\nApril 9th – Gary Singer\nApril 16th – Lani Miller\nApril 23rd – Wildecy de Fátima Jury\nApril 30th – Isabel Adon\nMay 7th – Felicia Dickerson\nMay 14th – Lissa Edmond\nMay 21st – Wildecy de Fátima Jury\nMay 28th – Gary Singer\nJune 4th – Felicia Dickerson\nJune 11th – Isabel Adon\nJune 18th – Wildecy de Fátima Jury\nJune 25th – Lani Miller\nJuly 2nd – Gary Singer\nJuly 9th – Wildecy de Fátima Jury\nJuly 16th – Lani Miller\nJuly 23rd – Felicia Dickerson\nJuly 30th – Isabel Adon\nAugust 6th – Wildecy de Fátima Jury\nAugust 13th – Gary Singer\nAugust 20th – Felicia Dickerson \nMake a Donation:\nPlease donate via the form below. All proceeds will support this sangha’s teacher(s) and other NYI teacher support. \nIf you are using a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the form below if it is partially obscured or cut off. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \nSuggested starting donation is $15 but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds. \n
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/harlem-insight/2026-01-01/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Meditation Groups - Affinity Sanghas,Satellite Meditation Groups - Sanghas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T160000
DTSTAMP:20251219T150942Z
CREATED:20251216T163205Z
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UID:92504-1767448800-1767456000@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person: Interconnectedness - Art Exhibition and Reception
DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Interconnectedness – Art Exhibition and Reception \nwith works by Lydia Dona\, Nicole Parcher\, and Stephen Pusey \nReception: Saturday\, January 3rd\, 2026 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm ET\nExhibition open until January 31st\, 2026\, whenever NY Insight is open. \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \n \nNew York Insight Meditation Center is pleased to announce Interconnectedness\, an exhibition of fourteen works by Lydia Dona\, Nicole Parcher\, and Stephen Pusey—three brilliant artists\, each of whom reenvisions abstraction in dynamic and exceptional ways. Ludic\, liquid\, intense\, animated\, employing what Félix Guattari would call “ensemble[s] of lines of alterity\,” these innovative artworks offer “virtual possibilities\, unprecedented new becoming.” \nEmphasizing the physical act of painting and drawing\, where the aleatory and improvisatory\, the volatile and energetic\, and a massive “lexicon” of marks (dabs\, drips\, splashes\, smears\, scribbles\, etc.) converge\, these works not only singularly express deep and profound feeling but a generous spirit of knowing and not-knowing\, of the synergy between thoughts and bodily actions\, evoking how mind influences body\, body influences mind\, where both dissolve\, forming vast webs\, networks\, rhizomes\, tapestries\, where everything—actions\, beings\, and the universe—are interdependent. All the artists featured in Interconnectedness live and work in New York City. Interconnectedness was curated by John Madera. \nClick HERE for Madera’s essay about the artwork in the show. A price list for the artwork in the show is available at NY Insight and upon request. \nA reception for Interconnectedness will occur on January 3\, 2026: 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. It will feature a conversation with the artists moderated by Madera. Updates about the exhibit may be found on this site. The artwork may be viewed until January 31st\, 2026\, whenever NY Insight is open. \nInquiries about the works in the show may be sent to John Madera. \nReception RSVP:\nIf you are planning on attending the reception on Saturday\, January 3\, please RSVP using the form below. \nIf you are registering via a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the below form if it is partially obscured or cut off.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/interconnectedness-art-exhibition-and-reception/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Gatherings,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T120000
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CREATED:20251125T201610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T201610Z
UID:92073-1767520800-1767528000@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Sitting on Sunday
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Sitting on Sunday\n \nwith Leslie Booker\n \nSunday\, January 4th\, 2026 | 10:00am – 12:00pm ET\n \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor\n \n\n \nThis monthly Sunday morning practice is a staple at New York Insight. Similar to our weekday Community Meditation Gathering\, Sitting on Sunday is led by NYI’s seasoned teachers\, who will guide participants in both seated and moving meditation\, offer a Dharma talk\, and engage in dialogue with the community. \nSuggested donation is $15 but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. \nRegistration:\nPlease RSVP below for in-person or online attendance. Your confirmation email will contain Zoom details. \nIf you are registering via a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the below form if it is partially obscured or cut off.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/sitting-on-sunday-1-4-26/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T160000
DTSTAMP:20251229T205545Z
CREATED:20251125T202208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T205545Z
UID:92074-1767535200-1767542400@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person: Community Potluck
DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Community Potluck \nSunday\, January 4th\, 2026 | 2:00pm – 4:00pm (Doors Open at 1:30pm) \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \n \nYou’re invited to join us for our Monthly Sangha Potluck in our beautiful center. \nAll are welcome — whether you’ve been a part of our community for years or are brand new to NYIMC and meditation. \nThe event will begin with a guided meditation and blessing of the meal. \nPlease bring a vegetarian or vegan offering to add to our delicious winter spread! Looking forward to sharing this time with you. \nWe hope to see you there! \nRegistration:\nThis gathering is open to all\, and if you are able\, we invite you to offer dana to New York Insight. Although there is no registration fee and your presence remains the greatest gift\, please consider making an offering through the form below. Much gratitude and appreciation for whatever you may offer. \nIf you are registering via a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the below form if it is partially obscured or cut off.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/community-potluck-1-4-26/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Gatherings,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T200000
DTSTAMP:20251107T163211Z
CREATED:20180816T021532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T163211Z
UID:86365-1767549600-1767556800@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:Online: Dedicated Practice Sangha
DESCRIPTION:Dedicated Practice Sangha \nEvery Sunday | 6:00pm – 8:00pm ET \nAre You Dedicated? If you are passionate about the Dharma\, then the Dedicated Practice Sangha is a perfect opportunity to deepen your practice. Join us for sitting meditation\, walking meditation\, and sharing with a friendly\, peer-led group of practitioners with a variety of Vipassana\, retreat and Dharma study experiences. \nLed by NYI Practice-Leaders. No meditation instructions are given. All are welcome. \nClick to join via zoom:  http://bit.ly/nyidedicated \nMeeting ID: 889 3399 6460\nPasscode: 123 \nOr\, join by phone:\n+16465588656\,\,88933996460# US (New York) \nFee by donation: Suggested starting donation is $15 but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds. For this event all donations go to support NYI. \nMake a Donation\nPlease donate via the form below. All proceeds will support this sangha’s teacher(s) and other NYI teacher support services. \nIf you are using a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the form below if it is partially obscured or cut off. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/dedicated-practice-sangha/2026-01-04/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Meditation Groups - Affinity Sanghas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T203000
DTSTAMP:20260617T201200Z
CREATED:20180816T015732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T201200Z
UID:90934-1767551400-1767558600@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person: Young Adult Sangha
DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Young Adult Sangha \n1st Sunday of each month | 6:30pm – 8:30pm \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \nAre you a Young Adult practitioner? Interested in sharing how NYI can support your practice? Please take a minute to fill out this form:  Young Adult Reflection Form \nThis community currently gathers monthly to meditate\, discuss Buddhist teachings\, and provide mutual support in applying these practices to the specific challenges of the group. \nThe gathering is participatory and casual. \nDiscussion may follow inquiries about the reading\, meditation practice\, and life off-the-cushion\, viewed through dharma teachings. \nPeriodically NYI or Guests Teachers will offer a dharma talk and inquiry to this community. \nWe aspire to build a community that is authentic\, relational\, pragmatic & joyful. All are warmly welcome. \nThere is no required level of experience or familiarity with meditation or Buddhism. Meditation instruction is given. \nThe suggested age range to attend this sangha is 18-34. \nPlease RSVP in advance so we know how many participants to expect.\nIf you are having trouble completing your RSVP or donation\, please CLICK HERE to open it in a new browser. All proceeds will support this sangha’s teacher(s) and NYIMC operations. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \nSuggested donation is $15 but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. \n
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/young-adult-sangha-2026/2026-01-04/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:For Beginners,Meditation Groups - Affinity Sanghas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260105T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260105T203000
DTSTAMP:20260704T230524Z
CREATED:20230313T195459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260704T230524Z
UID:91125-1767636000-1767645000@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: BIPOC Sangha
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: BIPOC (Black\, Indigenous\, and People of Color) Sangha \nFirst and third Mondays of the month | 6:30pm – 8:30pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight Meditation Center at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \nThis sitting group provides instruction in insight meditation and fosters mutual support and understanding among the growing community of people of color who find nourishment and inspiration in the practice of meditation. \nNo previous meditation experience is required. \nTeacher schedule: \nJuly 6\, 2026 Wildecy de Fatima Jury\, Teacher \nJuly 20\, 2026 Lin Wang Gordon\, Teacher \nAugust 3\, 2026\, Felicia Dickerson\, Practice Leader \nAugust 17\, 2026 Isabel Adon\, Practice Leader \nSept. 20\, 2026 Multiple Teachers and Practice Leaders \nOctober 5\, 2026 Wildecy de Fatima Jury\, Teacher \nOctober 19\, 2026 Jian Ling Gao\, Practice Leader \nNovember 2\, 2026\, Felicia Dickerson\, Practice Leader \nNovember 16\, 2026 Jian Ling Gao\, Practice Leader \nDecember 7\, 2026  Lin Wang Gordon\, Teacher \nDecember 21\, 2026 Shilpa Mankikar\, Practice Leader \nPlease come 15 – 20 minutes before our gathering begins to allow for ease in check-in. Whether joining in-person or online please consider registering in advance so our Teachers know who is joining.  Walk-ins welcome\, please register at the check-in when you arrive. \nFor online participants please find zoom link below. \nJoin our sangha via Zoom: https://bit.ly/NYI-POC-Sangha\nMeeting ID: 893 2935 9393\nPasscode: 123 \nOr\, dial by your location: +1 646 558 8656 US (New York) \nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kVOM3xIYC \nMake a Donation: \nPlease register and/or donate via the form below. All proceeds will support this sangha’s teacher(s) and our NYI center\, community programs and sangha gatherings \nIf you are using a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the form below if it is partially obscured or cut off\, or click here to open the form in a new tab. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \nSuggested starting donation is $15 but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/bipoc-sangha-2026/2026-01-05/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:For Beginners,Meditation Groups - Affinity Sanghas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260105T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260105T210000
DTSTAMP:20260626T140648Z
CREATED:20250911T134140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T140648Z
UID:90174-1767639600-1767646800@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person: Queens Sangha
DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Queens Sangha \nEvery other Monday (see dates below) | 7:00pm-9:00pm \nLocation: Astoria Center of Israel\, 27 – 35 Crescent Street\, Astoria\, NY 11102 \nThese sittings provide an opportunity for Sangha members in Queens to meet for meditation\, a Dharma talk\, and discussion. Meetings take place roughly every other Monday—see exact dates through November 2026 here: \n\nJune 8\, 22 (Lani Miller\, Teacher\, Seth Hoffman Practice Leader)\nJuly 6\, 20th (Lani Miller\, Teacher\, Seth Hoffman Practice Leader)\nAugust 3\, 31 (Lani Miller\, Teacher\, Seth Hoffman Practice Leader)\nSeptember 14\, 28 (Lani Miller\, Teacher\, Seth Hoffman Practice Leader)\n\nOctober  5\, 19 (Lani Miller\, Teacher\, Seth Hoffman Practice Leader)\nNovember 2\, 16 (Lani Miller\, Teacher\, Seth Hoffman Practice Leader)\n\nRegister/Donate:\nPlease register using the dana option below so we know you joined our gathering. You can offer dana (donation) via cash at the gathering or when you register below.  Proceeds support this sangha’s ability to practice in-person as well as teacher support. \nIf you are using a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the form below if it is partially obscured or cut off. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \nSuggested starting donation is $20 but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds.\n
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/queens-sangha-3/2026-01-05/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Community Gatherings,Meditation Groups - Affinity Sanghas,Satellite Meditation Groups - Sanghas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260106T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260106T143000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144713Z
CREATED:20180815T013458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T144713Z
UID:86374-1767704400-1767709800@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:Online: Aging As A Spiritual Practice
DESCRIPTION:Aging As A Spiritual Practice \nTuesdays from 1:00pm-2:30pm ET \nThis sitting group meets every Tuesday afternoon and is focused on aging as a spiritual practice and source of great wisdom. Open to all levels of practice and all interested persons\, there is no age barrier! Pre-registration is not required. \nEach meeting includes sitting and walking meditation\, a dharma talk\, and a group discussion. The dharma talks evolve out of the needs of the participants. \nTeacher Schedule: \nDECEMBER\n2nd – Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n9th – Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n16th – Joanna Williams\, Practice Leader\n23rd – David Grogan\, Teacher\n30th – Nancy Glimm\, Teacher \nJANUARY 2026 \n6th -Nancy Glimm\, Teacher\n13th -Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n20th – Joanna Williams\, Practice Leader\n27th – David Grogan\,  Teacher \nFEBRUARY\n3rd – Nancy Glimm\, Teacher th – Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n10th -Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n17th – Joanna Williams\, Practice Leader\n24th – David Grogan\,  Teacher \nMARCH\n3rd – Nancy Glimm\, Teacher\n10th -Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n17th – Joanna Williams\, Practice Leader\n24th – David Grogan\,  Teacher \n31st- Nancy Glimm\, Teacher \nAPRIL\n7th – Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n14th -Joanna Williams\, Practice Leader\n21st – David Grogan\, Teacher\n28th – Nancy Glimm\,  Teacher \nMAY\n5th – Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n12th -Joanna Williams\, Practice Leader\n19th – David Grogan\, Teacher\n26th – Nancy Glimm\,  Teacher \nJUNE\n2nd – Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n9th -Joanna Williams\, Practice Leader\n16th – David Grogan\, Teacher\n23rd – Nancy Glimm\,  Teacher\n30th – Amy Selzer\, Teacher \nJoin the sit online: http://bit.ly/nyiaging \nMeeting ID: 838 9101 7819\nPasscode: 123 \nOr\, join by phone:\n+16469313860\,\,83891017819# US\nFind your local number: https://zoom.us/u/achakHOtPS \nRSVP / Donate\nPlease RSVP and/or offer your donation below for the session you wish to attend. Your contribution supports both the teacher(s) of the session you attend and NY Insight. Please only select one session at a time if you are donating; this will ensure your contribution goes to the correct teacher. \nIf you are using a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll within the form below if it is partially obscured or cut off. CLICK HERE to open the form in a new browser tab. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \n
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/aging-as-a-spiritual-practice/2026-01-06/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Meditation Groups - Affinity Sanghas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260106T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260106T203000
DTSTAMP:20251125T170107Z
CREATED:20251125T165909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T170107Z
UID:92066-1767724200-1767731400@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person: Free Mindful Tuneup
DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Free Mindful Tuneup \nwith David Grogan\n \nTuesday\, January 6th\, 2026 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm ET \nNew York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \n \nMindful Tuneup is a free two-hour workshop for beginners and intermittent meditators looking to jump-start a more consistent practice. Just as a musician tunes their instrument for optimal sound\, you’ll explore how to tune your body and mind for meditation. That begins with finding a balanced posture that fosters steadiness\, clarity\, receptivity and a natural sense of awareness.  \nThrough guided practices\, you’ll learn core meditation skills—using the breath as your tuning fork\, anchoring attention when the mind drifts\, and bringing scattered thoughts into gentle alignment. Time will also be set aside during this welcoming and inclusive workshop for questions and group reflection on common meditation challenges\, as well as how to navigate busy thoughts and distractions in daily life.  \nYou’ll leave equipped with practical strategies\, fresh insights\, and lasting confidence to weave mindfulness and meditation into everyday moments\, whether you are starting fresh or seeking to deepen your practice. \nIn-Person Registration:\nPlease register below. This workshop is free\, but your dana (donations) help us sustain offerings like these. Suggested donation is $15\, but no one will be turned away for lack of funds. \nIf you are registering via a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the below form if it is partially obscured or cut off.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window. \n \nVolunteering \nAll of our programs rely on volunteers to support our teachers and staff with various tasks and responsibilities. Volunteering allows you to participate in our programs at no cost. To inquire about volunteering opportunities\, please fill out our inquiry form\, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/free-mindful-tuneup/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Evening Events,For Beginners,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260106T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260106T210000
DTSTAMP:20251104T142046Z
CREATED:20251104T142046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T142046Z
UID:91093-1767724200-1767733200@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person: Free Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Orientation
DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Free Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Orientation \nwith Margrit Pittman-Polletta \nTuesday\, January 6th\, 2026 | 6:30pm – 9:00pm \n \nIn this free MBSR session\, we will explore mindfulness practices that are accessible to individuals of any background and experience level. It will also offer insight into reclaiming control over one’s well-being\, cultivating resilience\, and embracing a life of mindful presence. \nYou will be introduced to the origins of MBSR\, its profound impact on global well-being\, and powerful relevance to your life. You’ll delve deep into the heart of mindfulness\, discovering what it truly means to live in the present moment with clarity\, purpose\, and unwavering authenticity. Through the research findings\, you’ll witness the tangible benefits of mindfulness that range from reducing stress and anxiety to enhancing overall health and vitality. \nYou’ll receive practical guidance on the MBSR program’s details—from class logistics and home assignments to the commitment required for maximum impact. Together\, we’ll assess whether this journey is the right fit for you at this moment in your life. \nThe MBSR Orientation is an invitation to the first step to a journey that will change how you perceive yourself\, others\, and the world around you. \nIf you’re interested in joining our next in-person MBSR course on Tuesdays\, January 13 – March 10\, 2026 from 6:30pm – 9:00pm ET\, click here for more info and registration. \nFree Orientation Registration:\nIf you are registering via a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the below form if it is partially obscured or cut off.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/free-mbsr-orientation-1-6-26/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:For Beginners,MBSR & Related Courses,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260106T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260106T203000
DTSTAMP:20251219T194009Z
CREATED:20180814T142112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T194009Z
UID:86375-1767726000-1767731400@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:Online: Brooklyn Sangha
DESCRIPTION:Online: Brooklyn Sangha \nTuesdays from 7:00-8:30 pm ET \nOnline via Zoom \nLed by NYI Teachers or Peer-Leaders\, this weekly online sitting group provides an opportunity for Sangha members to meet for meditation\, a dharma exploration and discussion to address practice issues. Open to all levels of experience. \nJoin our sangha via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85932456758?pwd=SEHMRjGq5d5TuM0sGaBx8VqPgSitbL.1 \nMeeting ID: 859 3245 6758\nPasscode: brooklyn \nDial In +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)\nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdLdb6tQtV \nMake a Donation: \nPlease donate via the form below. All proceeds will support this sangha’s teacher(s) and other NYI teacher support. \nIf you are using a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the form below if it is partially obscured or cut off. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \nSuggested starting donation is $10 but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds.\n
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/brooklyn-sangha/2026-01-06/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Meditation Groups - Affinity Sanghas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T180000
DTSTAMP:20260105T163631Z
CREATED:20260105T162733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T163631Z
UID:92759-1767805200-1767808800@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person: Tai Chi - Meditation in Motion
DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Tai Chi – Meditation in Motion \nwith Marijke Eliasberg \nWednesday\, January 7th\, 2026 | 5:00pm – 6:00pm \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \n \nIn the Insight\, or vipassana\, meditation tradition\, we talk a lot about noticing the breath\, but what about the rest of the body? \nIn fact\, tai chi is often referred to as “meditation in motion.” This practice is one of slowing down while still feeling energized\, and learning to relax our muscles while maintaining precision. \nThis practice is well-suited to do before sitting meditation—tai chi is one way to get in touch with the wholeness of the breathing body. Some benefits of tai chi include improved muscle strength\, balance\, and flexibility\, and an increase in energy and focus. \nJoin Marijke Eliasberg\, a certified shifu (teacher) of tai chi\, to reconnect with your body and breath\, and empower yourself with basic tools to help maintain a balanced and healthy mind. Eliasberg is a long-time student of the tai chi Great Grandmaster William C. C. Chen\, and is excited to share the joys of practicing this art with the NYI community. \nAll are welcome! No previous experience with tai chi is required to join the sessions. You are free to sign up for a single session\, the whole series\, or anything in-between. This series runs from January 7th through January 28th. Looking for more tai chi? Another series will run from February 4th through February 25th. \nThis offering is part of New York Insight’s Mindful Movement series. \nRegistration:\nPlease register below for one or more sessions in this series. (Please note that the registration price includes a base level of teacher support\, and you will have the opportunity to donate more after the program.) \nIf you are registering via a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the below form if it is partially obscured or cut off.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/tai-chi-1-7-26/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course Series,Mindful Movement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T203000
DTSTAMP:20251125T211125Z
CREATED:20251125T204932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T211125Z
UID:92078-1767810600-1767817800@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Community Meditation Gathering \nwith Lin Wang Gordon \nWednesday\, January 7th\, 2026 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor \nOnline via Zoom – RSVP to receive your link \n \nAlthough Buddhism is often seen as a solitary path\, sangha\, or community\, is an essential part of meditation practice. However\, cultivating this sense of community has been a difficult challenge in this day and age of social isolation and Zoom fatigue. \nThis series of in-person New York Insight community gatherings consists of guided meditation\, a talk by one of our teachers\, followed by group discussion\, and opportunities to socialize and connect with like-minded practitioners. \nWhether you are brand new to meditation practice\, new to New York Insight\, or are a longtime\, experienced meditator\, all are welcome to join us for this series of in-person community meditation gatherings. \nWe hope to see you there! \nRegistration\nPlease RSVP for in-person or online attendance. You will receive a Zoom link in your confirmation email. If you are attending in person\, please arrive 15-20 minutes early to ensure an orderly check-in. \nIf you are having trouble completing your RSVP or donation\, please CLICK HERE to open the form in a new browser. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \nSuggested donation is $15\, but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated. All proceeds will support this gathering’s teacher(s) and New York Insight. No one will be turned away for lack of funds.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/community-meditation-gathering-1-7-26/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Gatherings,For Beginners,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T140000
DTSTAMP:20251229T162315Z
CREATED:20251226T210127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T162315Z
UID:92709-1767877200-1767880800@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: Begin Again - A Community Sit
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: Begin Again – A Community Sit \nwith David Grogan \nThursday\, January 8th\, 2026 | 1:00pm – 2:00pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor \nOnline via Zoom – RSVP to receive your link \n \nOverwhelmed by anxiety? Looking for a space to rest and check in with how you’re feeling? \nStarting on Thursday\, January 8\, New York Insight is offering a meditation space for anyone who seeks a space to ground on Thursday afternoons. Allow yourself some space and embrace the stillness during your lunch break.  \nOn three Thursdays in January\, this program will be held by NYI teacher David Grogan\, who will lead a practice around beginning anew in the new year. Everyone is welcome.  \nThis is simply a time to practice being grounded. Participants are encouraged to leave their phones at the door and maintain the Buddhist practice of Noble Silence.  \nThere will be tea and light refreshments available between 2:00-2:30 PM. \nYour generosity\, or what we call dana\, is what makes this afternoon of tranquility possible. Please give what you can. We are honored to offer a temple of reflection and quiet this winter season and always. \nSuggested dana – $15 \nRegistration\nPlease RSVP for in-person or online attendance. You will receive a Zoom link in your confirmation email. If you are attending in person\, please arrive 15-20 minutes early to ensure an orderly check-in. \nIf you are having trouble completing your RSVP or donation\, please CLICK HERE to open the form in a new browser. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/begin-again-1-8-26/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Gatherings,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T183000
DTSTAMP:20260225T152105Z
CREATED:20251204T202018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T152105Z
UID:92116-1767897000-1767897000@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person: Sacred Earth Sangha - Activism on the Path
DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Sacred Earth Sangha—Activism on the Path \nThursday\, March 19th\, 2026 | 6:30pm-8:30pm ET \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, on the 12th Floor \nBefore we head back outdoors in a few weeks\, we’ll gather once more at the Center to reconnect with the original intention of NYI’s Sacred Earth Sangha: a community grounded in deep practice and conscious engagement with the intertwined climate and ecological crises\, along with the social justice issues they touch. While our emphasis in recent times has been contemplative nature practice\, our commitment has always been to meet these urgent realities with wisdom\, compassion\, and courage. \nAt this gathering\, led by Maho Kawachi and Ben Dillon\, Tom Carling\, a founder of SES\, will offer reflections and guide a conversation on the intersection of activism and Dharma practice\, and on the role of socially engaged Buddhism in our time. We hope you’ll join us. \nIn April\, SES will resume gathering in the city’s green spaces\, where we practice attuning to the living earth—trees\, rivers\, birds\, soil—even in the midst of the urban landscape. These walks invite intimacy with the natural world\, helping us cultivate presence\, gratitude\, and wonder in everyday surroundings. \nSpace is limited\, so please register to reserve your spot. \nAll are welcome. No previous meditation experience is required. \nRegistration\nIf you are having trouble completing your RSVP or donation\, please CLICK HERE to open it in a new browser. All proceeds will support this sangha’s teacher(s) and NYIMC. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \nFee by donation: Suggested starting donation is $15 but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/sacred-earth-sangha-winter-2026/2026-01-08/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation Groups - Affinity Sanghas,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T210000
DTSTAMP:20260711T194031Z
CREATED:20200624T135738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260711T194031Z
UID:86389-1767898800-1767906000@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:Online: Thursday Peer-Led Sitting
DESCRIPTION:Thursday Peer-Led Sitting \nWeekly | 7:00pm – 9:00pm ET \nPlease note: This peer-led community group meets in-person and online on the first Thursday of each month\, and online all other Thursdays. \nIn-Person Location: 115 West 29th Street\, on the 12th Floor \nPeer-led sittings\, led by NYI Practice-Leaders\, include a guided meditation\, a short Dharma reading\, a time for peer reflections and Metta. \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84002337272?pwd=aUN2YjcyQ3Vsd2d5WE1oeCtNTXBEUT09 \nMeeting ID: 840 0233 7272\nPasscode: 123 \nOr\, dial in by your location\nFind your local number: https://zoom.us/u/aeGCOAr8uX \n  \nFee by donation: Suggested starting donation is $10 but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds. \nMake a Donation\nPlease donate the form below. All proceeds will support the NYI center\, community programs and sangha gatherings and teacher support efforts. \nIf you are using a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the form below if it is partially obscured or cut off. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/thursday-peer-led-sitting/2026-01-08/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Meditation Groups - Affinity Sanghas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T210000
DTSTAMP:20260326T125551Z
CREATED:20180814T023428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T125551Z
UID:92917-1767900600-1767906000@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:Online: Harlem Insight
DESCRIPTION:Online: Harlem Insight\nEvery Thursday | 7:30pm – 9:00pm \nHarlem Sangha is a vibrant and intimate community that embraces diversity in age\, gender\, race and sexual orientation. Our steadfast commitment to the dharma and the consistent dedication of our members have fostered a safe space where different perspectives are valued and embraced. Within our sangha\, you’ll find warmth\, wisdom\, and a genuine sense of welcome. \nEvery Thursday\, our team of experienced teachers and practice leaders offers a period of guided meditation\, a dharma talk\, and a discussion on the Buddha’s teachings. Join us to explore how these teachings can be applied to both our time on the cushion and our everyday lives. \nHere is the Zoom Meeting information:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84527673942?pwd=ExaT7ZBiPGZnp7GdOn3NEDf9QwfVeI.1 \nMeeting ID: 845 2767 3942\nPasscode: 123 \nTeacher schedule:\nMarch 26th – Wildecy de Fátima Jury\nApril 2nd – Isabel Adon\nApril 9th – Gary Singer\nApril 16th – Lani Miller\nApril 23rd – Wildecy de Fátima Jury\nApril 30th – Isabel Adon\nMay 7th – Felicia Dickerson\nMay 14th – Lissa Edmond\nMay 21st – Wildecy de Fátima Jury\nMay 28th – Gary Singer\nJune 4th – Felicia Dickerson\nJune 11th – Isabel Adon\nJune 18th – Wildecy de Fátima Jury\nJune 25th – Lani Miller\nJuly 2nd – Gary Singer\nJuly 9th – Wildecy de Fátima Jury\nJuly 16th – Lani Miller\nJuly 23rd – Felicia Dickerson\nJuly 30th – Isabel Adon\nAugust 6th – Wildecy de Fátima Jury\nAugust 13th – Gary Singer\nAugust 20th – Felicia Dickerson \nMake a Donation:\nPlease donate via the form below. All proceeds will support this sangha’s teacher(s) and other NYI teacher support. \nIf you are using a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the form below if it is partially obscured or cut off. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \nSuggested starting donation is $15 but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds. \n
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/harlem-insight/2026-01-08/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Meditation Groups - Affinity Sanghas,Satellite Meditation Groups - Sanghas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T200000
DTSTAMP:20251125T202636Z
CREATED:20251125T202636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T202636Z
UID:92075-1767981600-1767988800@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person: New York Insight Volunteer Orientation and Training
DESCRIPTION:In-Person: New York Insight Volunteer Orientation and Training \nFriday\, January 9th\, 2026 | 6:00pm – 8:30pm \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor\n \n \nJoin us for a warm and welcoming volunteer orientation at New York Insight! Whether you’re a current volunteer\, considering returning\, or new to volunteering with us\, we invite you to this in-person orientation and training. \nThis event is for all new and current volunteers who haven’t yet participated in our NYI volunteer orientation and training. \nDuring this evening you’ll discover what it means to volunteer at NYI\, receive the necessary training\, learn how to sign up to support sits & programs\, as well as explore other opportunities to offer Dana through service. \nA good amount of focus will be on our much-needed Event/Program volunteers. \nEvent/Program Volunteers play a crucial role in creating a welcoming and organized atmosphere for our events. By volunteering\, you will not only support our community but also gain a deeper connection with New York Insight. Our center thrives on the generosity of volunteers like you. \nEvent/Program Volunteers typically arrive an hour before the event and stay for 30 minutes afterward. Duties include preparing the space\, welcoming and registering guests\, orienting visiting teachers\, and helping to clean up. In return\, you can attend the events you volunteer for free. \nTo attend this orientation\, you need to have participated in at least one NYI event. If you haven’t already\, please fill out our Volunteer Inquiry form. \nJoin us on Friday from 6:00 – 8:30 PM! Refreshments will be served. Please RSVP so we can plan accordingly. We look forward to seeing you there and sharing this journey of service together! \nRegistration:\nIf you are registering via a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the below form if it is partially obscured or cut off.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/volunteer-orientation-1-26/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Gatherings,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T170000
DTSTAMP:20251222T221817Z
CREATED:20251211T204626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T221817Z
UID:92288-1768039200-1768064400@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: The Joy of the Dhamma - A Special Event with Bhante Buddharakkhita
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: The Joy of the Dhamma – A Special Event with Bhante Buddharakkhita \nwith Bhante Buddharakkhita and Leslie Booker \nCo-Sponsored by Tricycle: The Buddhist Review \nSaturday\, January 10th\, 2026 | 10:00am – 5:00pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \n \nNew York Insight\, in collaboration with Tricycle: The Buddhist Review\, is honored to welcome Bhante Buddharakkhita for a special daylong program exploring The Joy of the Dhamma. \nJoin us for a rare opportunity to practice with a senior monastic teacher whose life and teaching embody the dharma in both formal meditation and community life\, integrating inner practice with ethical action\, service\, and collective care. \nThe day will begin with a morning of guided practice and teaching from Bhante\, focused on joy as an essential and cultivated quality of the path. Participants will explore how joy functions within Buddhist practice as a source of energy\, clarity\, and continuity\, and how it can be intentionally cultivated to support wisdom\, compassion\, and resilience in daily life. Drawing on meditative experience and classical dharma teachings\, Bhante will examine how joy arises through mindful engagement with the heart-mind and the world\, and how it helps sustain practice over time. \nIn the afternoon\, Bhante will reflect on nearly twenty years of the Uganda Buddhist Centre\, which he founded and serves as abbot\, offering insight into what the dharma looks like when expressed through long-term commitment\, community building\, and service in the world. He will then be joined in conversation by Leslie Booker\, Guiding Teacher at New York Insight and the Centre’s first international guest\, for a dialogue on practice\, joy\, and the role of community in sustaining our spiritual path. \nParticipants will explore joy as a cultivated and supportive aspect of Buddhist practice\, gain insight into how the dharma is lived beyond formal meditation\, and reflect on what it means to sustain practice through service\, community\, and long-term commitment.  \nWe hope you can join us for this day of practice\, reflection\, and conversation. All are welcome! \n\nThis program is brought to you by New York Insight Meditation Center and Tricycle: The Buddhist Review \nNote: This program will be recorded. The recording will be sent to all registrants after the program\, so please feel free to sign up even if you cannot join in real time. \nIn-Person Registration:\nPlease register below for in-person participation. If you are able\, registering at the “Supporter” level enables others to attend at the “Subsidized” level. Thank you for your generosity! (Please note that the registration price includes a base level of teacher support\, and you will have the opportunity to donate more after the program.) \nIf you are registering via a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the below form if it is partially obscured or cut off.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window. \nBring a Buddy: If you are a member of our Circle of Friends\, you’re invited to bring a Dharma buddy to this program for no additional cost. Simply select “1” from the drop-down next to the Bring a Buddy level\, and enter your special discount code (provided in your Circle of Friends welcome email) to reduce the price to that of a single\, standard registration. This registration will grant attendance for you and your buddy. \n \nOnline (Zoom) Registration:\nPlease register below for online participation via Zoom. If you are able\, registering at the “Supporter” level enables others to attend at the “Subsidized” level. Thank you for your generosity! (Please note that the registration price includes a base level of teacher support\, and you will have the opportunity to donate more after the program.) \nIf you are registering via a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the below form if it is partially obscured or cut off.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window. \nBring a Buddy: If you are a member of our Circle of Friends\, you’re invited to bring a Dharma buddy to this program for no additional cost. Simply select “1” from the drop-down next to the Bring a Buddy level\, and enter your special discount code (provided in your Circle of Friends welcome email) to reduce the price to that of a single\, standard registration. This registration will grant attendance for you and your buddy. \n \nVolunteering \nAll of our programs rely on volunteers to support our teachers and staff with various tasks and responsibilities. Volunteering allows you to participate in our programs at no cost. To inquire about volunteering opportunities\, please fill out our inquiry form\, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/joy-of-the-dhamma/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Daylong Programs,Daylong Retreats,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T170000
DTSTAMP:20251117T155543Z
CREATED:20250825T190342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T155543Z
UID:89785-1768053600-1768064400@www.nyimc.org
SUMMARY:In-Person: Soul-Centric Mid-Life - A Five-Month Course
DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Soul-Centric Mid-Life – A Five-Month Course  \nwith Lin Wang Gordon \nFive Saturdays: January 10th\, February 7th\, March 7th\, April 4th\, and May 2nd\, 2026 | 2:00pm – 5:00pm ET \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor\n*Note: The first session of this class will take place at Balance Arts Center\, 151 W. 30th St\, 3rd Floor. \n \nAre you in your 40s and 50s and thinking about the second half of your life? \nEvery life stage brings its own gifts. Each life stage has its own purpose in our development as a whole being. In every season of our life\, there are changes and growth\, letting go and rebirth. Midlife could bring us menopause\, greying hair\, childcare\, eldercare\, an empty nest\, loss of loved ones\, second careers\, and relationship changes..but we also have more life experiences and skills than we had in our younger years. Perhaps we also have more time and resources to find joy and explore our passions. While our culture likes to associate this time in our life with turmoil and crisis\, it could also be a great time for inner growth\, clarity\, and purpose. \nIn this 5-month course\, we will use inquiries\, experiential exercises\, and meditation practice to explore our underlying emotions around midlife issues. What are our fears\, doubts\, agitation\, hopes\, and dreams? How do we make peace with the life we have led so far? How do we live a fulfilling life with the time we have left? As we have learned from our life experiences so far\, have we started to live in accordance with our inner values and deepest desires? How do we let go of our former selves and keep evolving? This class is for exploring questions rather than having answers. It is based on Buddhist philosophy to help us transform our mind in approaching these inquiries. It is highly interactive and experiential in nature – we will spend much time in group work and less time in formal sitting practice. Central to this course is building a community among people in the midlife stage. \nThis is an in-person course and will meet monthly on a Saturday for half a day. We will meditate\, journal\, form buddy groups\, and build community through sharing\, dialogues\, and group work. \nThe class creates a sacred and supportive container to connect with others at the same life stage. Lin is a gifted teacher and guided us through a journey of facing mid-life with gratitude\, honesty\, and introspection. I came out of the class with a more expansive and empowered perspective on this unique stage of life. \n– A participant from Soul-Centric Mid-Life\, 2023 \nRegistration:\nPlease register below. If you are able\, registering at the “Supporter” level enables others to attend at the “Subsidized” level. Thank you for your generosity! (Please note that the registration price includes a base level of teacher support\, and you will have the opportunity to donate more after the program.) \nIf you are registering via a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the below form if it is partially obscured or cut off.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window.\nPlease contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \n \nVolunteering \nAll of our programs rely on volunteers to support our teachers and staff with various tasks and responsibilities. Volunteering allows you to participate in our programs at no cost. To inquire about volunteering opportunities\, please fill out our inquiry form\, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/soul-centric-mid-life-2026/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course Series
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SUMMARY:Online: How to Thrive in Hard Times
DESCRIPTION:Online: How to Thrive in Hard Times \nwith Stephen Fulder \nSunday\, January 11th\, 2026 | 10:00am – 1:00pm ET \n \nWe are faced with ever more challenging daily life situations. There is growing conflict and insecurity at the personal\, political\, social and planetary levels. We are sensitive souls\, and can easily feel overwhelmed\, helpless and sometimes lost. For some of us it can be hard to settle and meditate.  \nHow can such situations be our wake-up call? How can we find equanimity and steadiness—to be like an island in the stormy seas—as in the classic Buddhist metaphor? How can wisdom and compassion that is less personal\, more universal and limitless actually be a source of empowerment that can help us to go out and make a difference?  \nStephen will be bringing some of his experiences and reflections after 30 years as a leading dharma teacher in the thick of Middle East conflict. \nNote: This program will be recorded. The recording will be sent to all registrants after the program\, so please feel free to sign up even if you cannot join in real time. \nOnline Registration:\nPlease register below. If you are able\, registering at the “Supporter” level enables others to attend at the “Subsidized” level. Thank you for your generosity! (Please note that the registration price includes a base level of teacher support\, and you will have the opportunity to donate more after the program.) \nIf you are registering via a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the below form if it is partially obscured or cut off.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window. \nBring a Buddy: If you are a member of our Circle of Friends\, you’re invited to bring a Dharma buddy to this program for no additional cost. Simply select “1” from the drop-down next to the Bring a Buddy level\, and enter your special discount code (provided in your Circle of Friends welcome email) to reduce the price to that of a single\, standard registration. This registration will grant attendance for you and your buddy. \n \nVolunteering \nAll of our programs rely on volunteers to support our teachers and staff with various tasks and responsibilities. Volunteering allows you to participate in our programs at no cost. To inquire about volunteering opportunities\, please fill out our inquiry form\, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/how-to-thrive-in-hard-times/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T140000
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SUMMARY:Sold Out: The Way of Flowers – Exploring Ikebana as a Mindfulness Practice
DESCRIPTION:In-Person: The Way of Flowers – Exploring Ikebana as a Mindfulness Practice \nwith Anjie Cho \nSunday\, January 11th\, 2026 | 2:00pm – 4:30pm ET\nNote: This program is sold out. We hope you will join us for a future session! \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \n \nJoin us as we explore the season of winter with ikebana—the Japanese art of flower arrangement—as a contemplative dharma mindfulness practice to invite art into your everyday life. \nDesigned for all skill levels\, this Ikebana class requires no artistic experience and includes: \n\nInstructional demonstration on creating an ikebana arrangement interwoven with contemplative dharma art\, Buddhist\, and Taoist teachings.\nA greater awareness of nature\, your environment\, and the world of flowers.\nTeachings on how to connect with the qi (life force energy) of a flower and invite its wisdom into your home and meditation practice.\nPractical learning on procuring and use of ikebana equipment.\nParticipants are invited to create their own flower arrangement in class.\nConnection with other people who love flowers and contemplative arts.\n\nAll equipment and flowers required for the program shall be provided. The flowers are yours to take home\, and participants have an option to purchase equipment at the event directly from the teacher. \nNote: A non-refundable flower and materials fee ($20 per session) will apply if a participant cancels within 48 hours of the class.  \n\nExamples of student ikebana arrangements. \nRegistration:\nNote: This program is sold out. We hope you will join us for a future session!
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/the-way-of-flowers-1-11-26/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Open to All,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T200000
DTSTAMP:20251107T163212Z
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SUMMARY:Online: Dedicated Practice Sangha
DESCRIPTION:Dedicated Practice Sangha \nEvery Sunday | 6:00pm – 8:00pm ET \nAre You Dedicated? If you are passionate about the Dharma\, then the Dedicated Practice Sangha is a perfect opportunity to deepen your practice. Join us for sitting meditation\, walking meditation\, and sharing with a friendly\, peer-led group of practitioners with a variety of Vipassana\, retreat and Dharma study experiences. \nLed by NYI Practice-Leaders. No meditation instructions are given. All are welcome. \nClick to join via zoom:  http://bit.ly/nyidedicated \nMeeting ID: 889 3399 6460\nPasscode: 123 \nOr\, join by phone:\n+16465588656\,\,88933996460# US (New York) \nFee by donation: Suggested starting donation is $15 but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds. For this event all donations go to support NYI. \nMake a Donation\nPlease donate via the form below. All proceeds will support this sangha’s teacher(s) and other NYI teacher support services. \nIf you are using a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the form below if it is partially obscured or cut off. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/dedicated-practice-sangha/2026-01-11/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Meditation Groups - Affinity Sanghas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T203000
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SUMMARY:In-Person: Midlife Sangha Monthly Sit
DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Midlife Sangha Monthly Sit \n2nd Monday of each month | 6:30pm-8:30pm ET \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, on the 12th Floor \n \nNew York Insight’s Midlife Sangha is a warm and vibrant community for individuals who wish to explore meditation and apply Buddhist teachings to the gifts and challenges of midlife. Our goal is to cultivate a supportive space that fosters connection\, encouragement\, and authenticity\, allowing members to reflect on shared experiences and personal growth. \nIn these monthly sits\, we will meditate together and explore questions that arise at this stage of life. Whether you’re contemplating a career or relationship change\, navigating elder care or an empty nest\, finding joy or seeking deeper meaning in the second half of life\, you’ll find a community that walks alongside you\, offering mutual support and shared wisdom. \nPlease note new time: Starting January 2026\, the Midlife Sangha meets on the second Monday of each month from 6:30–8:30 PM. Led by NYI Teachers or Peer Leaders\, each session includes meditation\, a dharma discussion\, and an opportunity to explore midlife topics in a supportive community. Open to practitioners of all experience levels. \nThis Sangha meets in-person only. \n \nRegistration\nIf you are having trouble completing your RSVP or donation\, please CLICK HERE to open it in a new browser. All proceeds will support this sangha’s teacher(s) and other NYI teacher support. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \nFee by donation: Suggested starting donation is $15 but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/midlife-sangha-2026/2026-01-12/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meditation Groups - Affinity Sanghas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T143000
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SUMMARY:Online: Aging As A Spiritual Practice
DESCRIPTION:Aging As A Spiritual Practice \nTuesdays from 1:00pm-2:30pm ET \nThis sitting group meets every Tuesday afternoon and is focused on aging as a spiritual practice and source of great wisdom. Open to all levels of practice and all interested persons\, there is no age barrier! Pre-registration is not required. \nEach meeting includes sitting and walking meditation\, a dharma talk\, and a group discussion. The dharma talks evolve out of the needs of the participants. \nTeacher Schedule: \nDECEMBER\n2nd – Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n9th – Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n16th – Joanna Williams\, Practice Leader\n23rd – David Grogan\, Teacher\n30th – Nancy Glimm\, Teacher \nJANUARY 2026 \n6th -Nancy Glimm\, Teacher\n13th -Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n20th – Joanna Williams\, Practice Leader\n27th – David Grogan\,  Teacher \nFEBRUARY\n3rd – Nancy Glimm\, Teacher th – Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n10th -Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n17th – Joanna Williams\, Practice Leader\n24th – David Grogan\,  Teacher \nMARCH\n3rd – Nancy Glimm\, Teacher\n10th -Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n17th – Joanna Williams\, Practice Leader\n24th – David Grogan\,  Teacher \n31st- Nancy Glimm\, Teacher \nAPRIL\n7th – Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n14th -Joanna Williams\, Practice Leader\n21st – David Grogan\, Teacher\n28th – Nancy Glimm\,  Teacher \nMAY\n5th – Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n12th -Joanna Williams\, Practice Leader\n19th – David Grogan\, Teacher\n26th – Nancy Glimm\,  Teacher \nJUNE\n2nd – Amy Selzer\, Teacher\n9th -Joanna Williams\, Practice Leader\n16th – David Grogan\, Teacher\n23rd – Nancy Glimm\,  Teacher\n30th – Amy Selzer\, Teacher \nJoin the sit online: http://bit.ly/nyiaging \nMeeting ID: 838 9101 7819\nPasscode: 123 \nOr\, join by phone:\n+16469313860\,\,83891017819# US\nFind your local number: https://zoom.us/u/achakHOtPS \nRSVP / Donate\nPlease RSVP and/or offer your donation below for the session you wish to attend. Your contribution supports both the teacher(s) of the session you attend and NY Insight. Please only select one session at a time if you are donating; this will ensure your contribution goes to the correct teacher. \nIf you are using a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll within the form below if it is partially obscured or cut off. CLICK HERE to open the form in a new browser tab. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \n
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/aging-as-a-spiritual-practice/2026-01-13/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Meditation Groups - Affinity Sanghas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T203000
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SUMMARY:In-Person and Online: The Essential Insight Meditation Toolkit
DESCRIPTION:In-Person and Online: The Essential Insight Meditation Toolkit \nwith David Grogan \nTuesdays\, January 13th – February 3rd\, 2026 | 6:30pm – 8:30pm ET \nIn-Person Location: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street\, 12th Floor \nAre you new to meditation? Or an experienced meditator looking to refresh your practice? In this experiential course\, you’ll learn how to use the essential tools in the Four Foundations of Mindfulness\, the Buddha’s systematic guide to practicing insight meditation. You’ll also get tips on how to establish and sustain a formal meditation practice\, as well as how to make mindfulness an integral part of your daily routine. \nEach class will include guided meditations\, in-depth inquiry into the theory and practice of mindfulness in meditation\, and guidance on how mindfulness can help you meet whatever arises moment to moment with more calm\, clarity\, and wisdom. As the course progresses\, you’ll have an opportunity to explore a host of life-enriching facets of mindfulness\, including how to focus your attention\, cultivate embodied awareness\, work with strong emotions\, manage emotional reactivity\, deal with distracting thoughts and rumination\, and cultivate kindness and care through meditation. \nGive yourself the gift of presence that the essential tools in the Four Foundations of Mindfulness can provide. \nIn-Person Registration:\nPlease register below for in-person participation. If you are able\, registering at the “Supporter” level enables others to attend at the “Subsidized” level. Thank you for your generosity! (Please note that the registration price includes a base level of teacher support\, and you will have the opportunity to donate more after the program.) \nIf you are registering via a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the below form if it is partially obscured or cut off.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window. \nBring a Buddy: If you are a member of our Circle of Friends\, you’re invited to bring a Dharma buddy to this program for no additional cost. Simply select “1” from the drop-down next to the Bring a Buddy level\, and enter your special discount code (provided in your Circle of Friends welcome email) to reduce the price to that of a single\, standard registration. This registration will grant attendance for you and your buddy. \n \nOnline (Zoom) Registration:\nPlease register below for online participation via Zoom. If you are able\, registering at the “Supporter” level enables others to attend at the “Subsidized” level. Thank you for your generosity! (Please note that the registration price includes a base level of teacher support\, and you will have the opportunity to donate more after the program.) \nIf you are registering via a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the below form if it is partially obscured or cut off.\nCLICK HERE to open the registration form in a new browser window. \nBring a Buddy: If you are a member of our Circle of Friends\, you’re invited to bring a Dharma buddy to this program for no additional cost. Simply select “1” from the drop-down next to the Bring a Buddy level\, and enter your special discount code (provided in your Circle of Friends welcome email) to reduce the price to that of a single\, standard registration. This registration will grant attendance for you and your buddy. \n \nVolunteering \nAll of our programs rely on volunteers to support our teachers and staff with various tasks and responsibilities. Volunteering allows you to participate in our programs at no cost. To inquire about volunteering opportunities\, please fill out our inquiry form\, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/essential-insight-meditation-toolkit-1-26/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course Series,For Beginners,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T210000
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SUMMARY:In-Person: Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Course
DESCRIPTION:In-Person: Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Course \nwith Margrit Pittman-Polletta \nIn-Person Orientation: Tuesday\, January 6th\, 2026 | 6:30pm – 9:00pm\nIn-Person Course: Tuesdays\, January 13th – March 10th (skips January 20th)\, 2026 | 6:30pm – 9:00pm\nIn-Person Daylong: Saturday\, February 21st\, 2026 | 9:30am – 5:00pm \nLocation: New York Insight at 115 West 29th Street on the 12th Floor \n \nMindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is the ground-breaking and time-tested\, scientifically researched program developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn in 1979 for the University of Massachusetts Medical School. \nThis transformative course is suited for those coming to meditation for the first time or for experienced meditators who realize they have not yet integrated these practices fully into their lives. \nWhat To Expect:\nMBSR uses meditation\, mindful yoga\, and inquiry/discussion as a way of exploring the habits of the mind to discover how these patterns of reactivity become a major cause of stress and where we could intervene to change them. MBSR helps participants learn to alter their relationship with each moment of their lives and through it derive more clarity\, joy\, fulfillment\, and meaning from their lives. Classes usually have 25-30 participants but may be smaller. The course is experiential: by paying attention to what arises in daily and class practice\, and through exploring the challenges that arise and how these are met\, a supportive and safe container is created for students to feel connected and be inspired. Participants are supported by recorded guided meditations and are expected to practice 45-60 minutes of daily formal meditation as well as various informal practices. \nBenefits of MBSR:\nResearch over the past 46 years indicates that a majority of people who complete this program report a greater ability to cope more effectively with short and long term stressful situations; an increased ability to relax\, lasting decreases in physical and psychological symptoms; reduction in pain levels and enhanced ability to cope with chronic pain and most importantly a greater energy and enthusiasm for life. \nSome of the Skills People Learn in MBSR Courses: \n\nPractical coping skills to improve the ability to handle stressful situations\nTechniques for being physically and mentally relaxed and at ease\nGentle full body conditioning exercises to strengthen the body and release muscular tension\nThe ability to be increasingly aware of the interplay of mind and body in health and illness\nThe ability to face change and difficult times in life with greater ease\nGreater ability to decrease the physical\, mental and emotional effects of the societal stressors of sexism\, racism\, homophobia\, xenophobia and gender inequity among many other challenges\n\nCourse Dates: \nFree Orientation (required): Tuesday\, January 6\, 2026 | 6:30pm – 9:00pm\nCourse: Tuesdays\, January 13 – March 10 (skips January 20)\, 2026 | 6:30pm – 9:00pm\nDaylong: Saturday\, February 21\, 2026 | 9:30am – 5:00pm \nSliding Scale Course Fee: Sustaining $715 – Base $420 \nPlease choose your rate mindfully and be as generous as possible so that NYI can continue to offer financial assistance to those in need of other NYI offerings. \nIf you need financial assistance\, we have a limited amount of partial scholarships available. Email registration@nyimc.org for more info. \nParticipants may register after the orientation for this class takes place\, but must still view a recorded orientation\, complete the pre-class questionnaire and arrange a pre-class interview with the teacher. If would like to register for this course but are not able to make it to the orientation\, please email us at registration@nyimc.org so we can make the necessary arrangements with the teacher. \nRegistration for this program is now closed. Please contact us at registration@nyimc.org if you have any questions.
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/mbsr-course-1-13-26/
LOCATION:New York Insight Meditation Center\, 115 West 29th Street\, 12th floor\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:For Beginners,MBSR & Related Courses,Open to All
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T203000
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SUMMARY:Online: Brooklyn Sangha
DESCRIPTION:Online: Brooklyn Sangha \nTuesdays from 7:00-8:30 pm ET \nOnline via Zoom \nLed by NYI Teachers or Peer-Leaders\, this weekly online sitting group provides an opportunity for Sangha members to meet for meditation\, a dharma exploration and discussion to address practice issues. Open to all levels of experience. \nJoin our sangha via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85932456758?pwd=SEHMRjGq5d5TuM0sGaBx8VqPgSitbL.1 \nMeeting ID: 859 3245 6758\nPasscode: brooklyn \nDial In +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)\nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdLdb6tQtV \nMake a Donation: \nPlease donate via the form below. All proceeds will support this sangha’s teacher(s) and other NYI teacher support. \nIf you are using a mobile device such as a phone or tablet\, you can scroll right and left and up and down within the form below if it is partially obscured or cut off. Please contact registration@nyimc.org if you need assistance. \nSuggested starting donation is $10 but whatever you offer is greatly appreciated and no one is ever turned away for lack of funds.\n
URL:https://www.nyimc.org/event/brooklyn-sangha/2026-01-13/
LOCATION:Online through Zoom\, NY
CATEGORIES:Meditation Groups - Affinity Sanghas
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