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RETREATS & SPECIAL EVENTS

Meditation retreats & workshops, social events, and public talks.

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.

FEATURED EVENT

WEEKEND AWAY RETREAT

Spend Labor Day Weekend at a quiet, peaceful place, immersed in meditations and teachings on love that bring greater joy and meaning to your everyday life. Register by Aug 15.

Sept 4-7

Plymouth, Indiana

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WEEKEND AWAY RETREAT
  • Free Meditation on the Beach
    Free Meditation on the Beach
    Free Meditation on the Beach
    Sat, Aug 22
    Montrose Beach
    Join us on the lakefront for a free guided meditation with Gen Zamling, an ordained Buddhist monk and experienced meditation teacher. Infuse your weekend with some inner peace and mental clarity! Absolutely all levels welcome.
  • Introduction to Foundation Program (Oak Park)
    Introduction to Foundation Program (Oak Park)
    Multiple Days
    Introduction to Foundation Program (Oak Park)
    Sun, Aug 30
    KMCC - Oak Park
    Free intro class! Gain deeper understanding and practical experience of Kadampa Buddhism through systematic guided study, discussion, and meditation. Students in this class are diverse, spiritually curious, welcoming, and encouraging. Absolutely everyone is welcome!
  • Introduction to Foundation Program (Wicker Park)
    Introduction to Foundation Program (Wicker Park)
    Multiple Days
    Introduction to Foundation Program (Wicker Park)
    Tue, Sep 01
    KMCC - Wicker Park
    Free intro class! Gain deeper understanding and practical experience of Kadampa Buddhism through systematic guided study, discussion, and meditation. The students in this class are diverse, spiritually curious, welcoming, and encouraging. Absolutely everyone is welcome!
  • Labor Day Weekend Meditation Retreat
    Labor Day Weekend Meditation Retreat
    Labor Day Weekend Meditation Retreat
    Fri, Sep 04
    Plymouth, IN
    Sept 4 - 7. Join meditators from around the Midwest for a special weekend getaway in a serene retreat environment. Purify and transform your view of the world through guided meditation, traditional Buddhist prayers, and mantra recitation of the Buddha of Compassion.
  • Overcoming Attachment & Addiction: Meditation Workshop
    Overcoming Attachment & Addiction: Meditation Workshop
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    Overcoming Attachment & Addiction: Meditation Workshop
    Sat, Sep 12
    KMCC - Wicker Park
    Explore the underlying cause of cravings, attachment, and addiction through guided meditation and practical Buddhist wisdom. Learn to reduce craving and increase pure pleasure through methods designed for daily life. Led by Buddist monk Gen Zamling. Everyone welcome!
  • Peaceful Mind in a Stressful World: Afternoon Meditation Retreat
    Peaceful Mind in a Stressful World: Afternoon Meditation Retreat
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    Peaceful Mind in a Stressful World: Afternoon Meditation Retreat
    Sat, Sep 12
    KMCC - Oak Park
    Stress and anxiety weighing you down? Don’t despair! During this afternoon retreat we will practice meditations and learn beneficial ways of thinking to reduce anxiety and develop an unshakable mind. Led by Kadampa teacher Dave Murphy. Everyone welcome!
WHAT ABOUT WEEKDAYS?

We also have a recurring schedule of weekly meditation classes throughout the week.

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Drop-In Classes
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