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Meditation Retreats & Special Events

We offer a variety of workshops, public talks, retreats and social events throughout the year. All are held in person, and many are also available by livestream for monthly members.

Walk for World Peace

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Walk for World Peace

June 23

Humboldt Park Fieldhouse

Join us for a day of fun and fundraising for world peace! All funds raised will support KMC Chicago's efforts to help people in Chicagoland develop peaceful minds.

Happy Half-Hour (Oak Park)

Happy Half-Hour (Oak Park)

Wednesday, May 1, 2024

Oak Park

Join us on the first Wednesday of every month in Oak Park, before the drop-in class. Enjoy vegetarian hors d'oeuvres, non-alcoholic drinks, and an opportunity to connect with like minded people. Food and drinks are on us!​

The Confidence to Change (Oak Park)

The Confidence to Change (Oak Park)

Thursday, May 2, 2024

Oak Park

During this special public talk and guided meditation, you will develop the insights and confidence necessary to deeply improve the quality of your mind, and to give profound purpose to your daily life.

Find Calm Amidst the Chaos

Find Calm Amidst the Chaos

Saturday, May 4, 2024

Wicker Park

Learn and practice a powerful meditation called “clarity of mind” that enables you to remain peaceful regardless of your external circumstances.

Ocean of Peace Meditation Retreat: The Four Seals

Ocean of Peace Meditation Retreat: The Four Seals

Saturday, May 4, 2024

Oak Park

The Four Seals are four meditative insights into reality that enable us to experience the liberating wisdom of Mahamudra, the true nature of things. During this retreat, Gen Demo will explain and guide meditations on each of these four insights.

Let Go of Negative Emotions

Let Go of Negative Emotions

Sunday, May 5, 2024

Wicker Park

Guest teacher Gen Demo will explore Buddhist meditations and principles that can help you let go of negative feelings and thought patterns and thereby greatly improve the quality of your life.

Happy Half-Hour (Wicker Park)

Happy Half-Hour (Wicker Park)

Monday, May 6, 2024

Wicker Park

Join us on the first Monday of every month in Wicker Park, between the two classes. Enjoy vegetarian hors d'oeuvres, non-alcoholic drinks, and an opportunity to connect with like minded people. Food and drinks are on us!​

Looking for something else?

We have a recurring schedule of drop-in classes every week. All include guided meditation and practical teaching. Most also include time for questions. Learn more

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