Group Practicein Marin and Sonoma

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April 23, 2017, A two hour silent practice session and a lunch break was followed by Q & A with Venerable Bhante Vimalaramsi.
The monthly Sunday practice sessions are ideal to those with extensive experience in the sublime states of meditation also known as the brahamaviharas. Monthly daylong sessions are oriented for those familiar with the brahamaviharas and enjoy practicing in a casual group setting.
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5-Day Accelerated Group Residential Retreat November 7—22, 2015 lead by Bhante Vimalaramsi (bottom center). Top row from left to right; Steve Eckdish, Scott Jordan, Tom Duturme, Steve Paladino, Grant Rudolph, and Laurence.


​Located only a few miles from Sonoma plaza, this picturesque setting is ideal for meditation and discussion. A fully equipped kitchen is available to participants who wish heat up and eat breakfast or lunch. Self-directed practice is conducted in silence with the exception of lunch and dinner where sharing is encouraged.

Here are some photos from past practice sessions and special events with guest speakers.
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Oct 30, 2016, Venerable Bodhichitta participated in the daylong event by leading a guided meditation along with a Q&A session.
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Sunday peer group practice on May 15, 2016. There were 9 attendees participating in morning and afternoon sessions concluded at 6PM after tea and chocolate.
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Sunday peer group practice 12/20/15 included three extended self-directed sessions with a pot luck lunch break. From let to right; Steve Paladino, Grant Rudolph, Dr. Elaine Stainer, Abhay Vardhan, Laurence, Kathleen Cheek, and Steve Eckdish

Sunday, September 3, 2017

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Join us for silent meditation practice plus peer group lunch and conversation 
9:30 – 12:00  Self-directed practice 
12:00 – 2:00 ​ Lunch break 
2:00 – 4:30 Self-directed practice
​4:30 – 5:00  Tea and talk

Arrive and and settle in before the morning or  afternoon sessions
•   bring blankets and pillows as needed
•   arrive on time for each session
•   bring a bag lunch and beverages 
•   social time at the breaks
Contact 
 Steve, (707) 478-1329
steve1svt@gmail.com​
or Jordan, (415) 250-5294​
TheScottJordan@gmail.com

LOCATION
Open Eye Meditation Group, 875 4th St.,
​San Rafael, 2nd floor

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