BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Sacramento Insight Meditation - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://sactoinsight.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Sacramento Insight Meditation REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251204T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251204T210000 DTSTAMP:20260604T210009 CREATED:20250818T193504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T173534Z UID:48657-1764874800-1764882000@sactoinsight.org SUMMARY:(Hybrid) Sit & Dharma Talk - Diana Clark - When Something Feels Off DESCRIPTION:Insight Meditation and Dharma Talk with SIM Teacher Diana Clark\n\n\n\nFor biographical details of the teacher Diana Clark\, click here. \n\n\n\n\n* The teacher will present via ZOOM at the Dharma Center.Hybrid events can be attended via Zoom or onsite at the Sacramento Dharma Center. \n\n\n\n\nWhen Something Feels OffMost of us know the quiet sense that something is not quite right. In this talk we’ll explore how the way forward can emerge from within the very moments that once felt so wrong. \n\n\n\nOffer a Teacher Donation\n\n\n\nDiana Clark will receive at least 75% of your donation. \n\n\n\nUse the following donate button and select Talk – Dec 4 Diana from the dropdown list. \n\n\n\n\nDONATE – Thu Talk\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow to Attend Remotely\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin online meeting: https://zoom.us/join or join by phone at 1-669-900-6833( Meeting ID: 893 8282 0540 and Passcode: 121034)For tips and instructions to join the meeting\, click here to check this news blog. URL:https://sactoinsight.org/event/weekly-meeting-2025dec04/ LOCATION:Hybrid (in-person and online)\, 3111 Wissemann Drive (or *ZOOM)\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States CATEGORIES:Online Remote,Weekly Meditation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sactoinsight.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Diana-Clarkx400.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251211T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251211T210000 DTSTAMP:20260604T210009 CREATED:20250818T193721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T173759Z UID:48660-1765479600-1765486800@sactoinsight.org SUMMARY:(Hybrid) Sit & Dharma Talk - Diane Wilde - Are You Listening? DESCRIPTION:Insight Meditation and Dharma Talk with SIM Teacher Diane Wilde\n\n\n\nFor biographical details of the teacher Diane Wilde\, click here. \n\n\n\n\n* The teacher will present in-person at the Dharma Center.Hybrid events can be attended via Zoom or onsite at the Sacramento Dharma Center. \n\n\n\n\nAre You Listening?Really listening to another is an incredible skill… it’s almost magical.  When we listen to another\, we are not only giving them the gift of our whole-hearted attention\, we are also taming the ego-driven addiction of impatiently waiting for OUR turn to speak.  When the Buddha spoke about Right Speech\, he was including both sides of the communication equation; skillful means of intentional speech as well as intentional listening to others.  Intentionally listening also means listening to ourselves\, to our own innate wisdom which we often ignore. Skillful Listening is a mindful practice that changes attitudes and beliefs as well as enhances empathy and community.  It is a great gift to bring into this New Year… for ourselves\, our friends\, and to those with whom we disagree. \n\n\n\nOffer a Teacher Donation\n\n\n\nDiane Wilde will receive at least 75% of your donation. \n\n\n\nUse the following donate button and select Talk – Dec 11 Diane from the dropdown list. \n\n\n\n\nDONATE – Thu Talk\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow to Attend Remotely\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin online meeting: https://zoom.us/join or join by phone at 1-669-900-6833( Meeting ID: 893 8282 0540 and Passcode: 121034)For tips and instructions to join the meeting\, click here to check this news blog. URL:https://sactoinsight.org/event/weekly-meeting-2025dec11/ LOCATION:Hybrid (in-person and online)\, 3111 Wissemann Drive (or *ZOOM)\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States CATEGORIES:Online Remote,Weekly Meditation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sactoinsight.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/DianeWilde-pic2022sm.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251218T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251218T210000 DTSTAMP:20260604T210009 CREATED:20250818T194706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T002802Z UID:48662-1766080800-1766091600@sactoinsight.org SUMMARY:SIM Holiday Gathering - Potluck DESCRIPTION:You’re invited! Join us for SIM’s annual holiday community potluck on Thursday\, December 18\, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm\, in person at the Sacramento Dharma Center. \n\n\n\nLet’s come together to celebrate the season with festive decorations\, nonalcoholic drinks\, delicious food\, and warm company. \n\n\n\nThis evening is a special opportunity to connect as a sangha — sharing good food\, laughter\, and gratitude. It’s a joyful way to spend time with familiar friends and welcome new ones as we close out the year together. \n\n\n\nBring A Dish to ShareBring a vegetarian or vegan dish to share (8-10 servings). Please go to SignUpGenius to indicate what dish you would like to bring.Tell us if you’re ComingYour RSVP helps us plan for tables and chairs. Please use the form below if you (or you and a friend/partner) are planning to attend. \n\n\n\n\n \n RSVP(Required)\n \n Yes I’ll attend\n \n \n Maybe – see comment\n How Many?(Required)Please enter a number greater than or equal to 1.Name(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n \n PhoneComment\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://sactoinsight.org/event/holiday-gathering-2025/ LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center Building\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States CATEGORIES:Weekly Meditation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sactoinsight.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/diwali-2890605_640-B.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251225T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251225T235959 DTSTAMP:20260604T210009 CREATED:20250818T195628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T064738Z UID:48673-1766620800-1766707199@sactoinsight.org SUMMARY:No Meeting Tonight DESCRIPTION:Happy Holidays. URL:https://sactoinsight.org/event/weekly-meeting-2025dec25/ LOCATION:CA CATEGORIES:Online Remote,Weekly Meditation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251227T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251227T160000 DTSTAMP:20260604T210009 CREATED:20251020T064101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T174942Z UID:49089-1766826000-1766851200@sactoinsight.org SUMMARY:(Onsite) Daylong Retreat - Dennis Warren - LOVE DESCRIPTION:Daylong Retreat with SIM Founding Teacher Dennis Warren\n\n\n\nFor biographical details of the teacher Dennis Warren\, click here. \n\n\n\nRetreat Theme\n\n\n\nLOVEThis one day that will explore the nature of Love that is individual and possessive vs that which is plural and non-attached. We’ll examine different viewpoints within Buddhism\, as well as other spiritual systems. While the difference between these two types of love may initially seem clear\, the actual experience and expressions of Love — when it is freed from craving\, clinging and identification — are diverse\, rich\, and inspiring. \n\n\n\nBefore his passing\, the Vietnamese monk Thich Nhat Hanh gifted us with a beautiful and insightful little book entitled “How To Love.” In its pages\, he offers a direct and heartfelt exploration of what it truly means to love—ourselves\, one another\, all beings\, the natural world\, and the Dharma itself. True to its title\, he gently shows us how to practice this love in our daily lives.While Thich Nhat Hanh lived and practiced within the Mahayana Zen tradition\, the wisdom in this book resonates deeply with the psychology\, teachings\, and methods of the Historical Buddha in our Theravadan/Vipassana approach to Buddhism. \n\n\n\nJoin us for an exploration of: \n\n\n\n\nWhat does Love mean from a Buddhist perspective?\n\n\n\nHow does it differ from our conventional understanding of love?\n\n\n\nHow can this particular approach to Love enrich our lives?\n\n\n\nWhat are specific\, practical ways we can integrate this form of Love into our daily lives and relationships?\n\n\n\n\nImportant Note: Reading and becoming familiar with the teachings in “How To Love” before the retreat will help you get the most out of our time together. During this one day\, we’ll have at least one period of mindful movement\, so please bring your yoga mat. The session will be led by Sandra (Sam) Halford\, a member of our community who is both a therapist and a trauma-sensitive certified yoga instructor. Plan to stay with us on site for the entire day\, and please bring a lunch to enjoy during our midday break. We warmly welcome you to join us in person on Saturday\, December 29th for this exploration of Love. We look forward to practicing together! \n\n\n\nAbout This Onsite Retreat\n\n\n\n\nThe teacher will present in-person at the Sacramento Dharma Center. All participants will attend in-person as the retreat will not be available via Zoom.\n\n\n\nPre-registration is required and we recommend you pay the registration fee in advance using the registration button shown below. Since your registration choice indicates that you’ll be attending in-person\, registering early helps us determine how many people the meditation room should accommodate.\n\n\n\nAfter you’ve registered you may later offer a donation in gratitude of the teacher. To offer teacher dana\, visit https://sactoinsight.org/retreat-dana-online/.\n\n\n\n\nSummary of Important Dates\n\n\n\n\n11/22/2025 – Registration opens.\n\n\n\n12/27/2025 – Attend and enjoy the wonderful retreat.\n\n\n\n12/27/2025 – For registration after the retreat\, send a message to the registrar to arrange payment.\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nSelect the Register Now button to indicate you’ll be attending in-person. The fee is $25.00 per person due before the start of the event. If you are able and interested in further supporting SIM financially\, you have the option of a registration fee of either $35 or $50 dollars. For the registration fee\, we also accept personal checks. No one will be turned away for lack of funds; please contact the registrar for more information.Before registering for this event\, please click here to review SIM’s Registration Refund Policy. \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration payment\, SIM will confirm your registration within 48 hours. Thanks for your patience. \n\n\n\n\n \n December Daylong registration – Attend in-person \n $25.00 – $50.00 \n Register now\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions for the Registrar?\n\n\n\nIf you need to contact the retreat registrar with any questions\, click here. \n\n\n\nTeacher Dana\n\n\n\nSacramento Insight Meditation events are sustained by the generosity of instructors in offering teachings freely and on the generosity of students and members of the meditative community in the form of financial support\, service and participation in events. With our practice of dana\, we support our Sangha. To make a donation for this event using a credit card or PayPal account\, click here to DONATE ONLINE. URL:https://sactoinsight.org/event/retreat-dec-27/ LOCATION:Sacramento Dharma Center Building\, 3111 Wissemann Drive\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95826\, United States CATEGORIES:Retreat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sactoinsight.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Dennis-Warren-2508-400.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR