Here's an overview of what's coming up for the month of May 2021.
Special Events
Saturday, May 1
A practical and contemplative tour of the Wheel of Life, showing how we can use this diagram to inspire our meditations and guide us along the spiritual path. All levels of experience are welcome, from complete beginners to seasoned meditators.
Sunday, May 9
Special Mothers Day Talk & Meditation. Share with your mom for FREE!
Saturday, May 15
This morning workshop explains the essential practice of Guru Yoga -- or reliance upon a Spiritual Guide -- through which we will receive powerful, transformative energy and make quick progress along our spiritual path.
May 15 - 18
In this very special guided retreat, we have the opportunity to draw close to our Spiritual Guide through prayer and mantra, so that we can receive powerful inspiration and blessings. By receiving powerful blessings, it is very easy to accomplish realizations swiftly.
Saturday, May 22
Clear Sky Mind Day Retreat, Saturday, May 22
Enjoy the powerful, relaxing, and empowering meditation called "clarity of the mind." Gain insight into the flexible and limitless nature of your mind, and gain the freedom to respond to daily life in the most constructive possible manner.
May 28 - June 2
Blessing empowerment of Buddha Shakyamuni and commentary to the Lord of All Lineages prayer. With Gen-la Kelsang Khyenrab, retired General Spiritual Director of the NKT-IKBU.
Weekly Drop-In Classes
The schedule continues each month, while the topics change. Each class covers a different aspect of the month's topic, with practical instruction and guided meditation. A mix of in-person, livestream, and recorded options.
Sundays
11am: Now is the Time to Love (Oak Park, Livestream, and Recorded)
11am: The Science of Happiness (Wicker Park)
Mondays
5pm: Oral Instructions of Mahamudra: Establishing the Foundation for Successful Meditation (Livestream and Recorded)
Wednesdays
7:30pm: Calm: A Life Beyond Anger (Livestream and Recorded)
Thursdays
6:30pm: Meditations for an Inspired Life (Wicker Park and Livestream)
NEW: This class opens up to in-person attendance starting in May!
Fridays
10am: Relax, Reflect, and Renew: Guided Morning Meditation (Oak Park and Livestream)
7pm: Friday's Big Question
Live 30-Minute Guided Meditations
Spend 30 minutes cultivating some peace of mind...and take with you for the rest of the day! Each includes brief introduction, guided meditation, and practical ideas to mix it with the rest of your day. Livestream only.
Mondays
7:30am: Morning Guided Meditation
12:15pm: Lunchtime Guided Meditation
Tuesdays
7:30am: Morning Guided Meditation
Wednesdays
12:15pm: Lunchtime Guided Meditation
Thursdays
7:30am: Morning Guided Meditation
Fridays
7:30am: Morning Guided Meditation