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RETREATS & SPECIAL EVENTS
Meditation retreats & workshops, social events, and public talks.

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.
- Member discounts activeSat, Apr 26KMCC - Oak ParkBreak free from the exhausting cycle of overthinking! This workshop will explore meditation techniques and perspectives that help you experience a more peaceful, spacious state of mind.
- Member discounts activeSat, Apr 26Normal First United Methodist ChurchDiscover how to awaken your inner potential to experience everlasting happiness and freedom from mental suffering; by contemplating and meditating on The Liberating Prayer you’ll find a practical way to overcome day-to-day problems and strengthen peaceful states of mind.
- Member discounts activeSat, May 03KMCC - Wicker ParkA relaxed, informal, hands-on workshop on the traditional Buddhist art of torma making. Tormas are traditional handmade food offerings, usually made of marzipan, that symbolize an offering of great bliss.
- Mon, May 05KMCC - Wicker ParkEnjoy vegetarian nibbles, non-alcoholic drinks and the company of other people like you who desire to be happy 24-7. No charge … just show up!
- Thu, May 08KMCC - Wicker ParkA special evening of beautiful Buddhist prayers and Tara mantra chanting with special guest teacher and Buddhist nun, Gen Demo.
- Fri, May 09Chicago Theater WorksDuring this special evening talk and guided meditation, Buddhist nun Gen Demo will reveal how pure love actually protects you from harm and suffering, how a loving heart inspires you to treat others with consideration and kindness, and practical methods to improve your pure love.
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